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I recently purchased the STAMPlorations set True North and decided to ink it up the other day as I was needing a masculine birthday card.
I started by stamping and silver embossing both the image and sentiment.
I then added masks before adding colour - the sea and the sea fog I used dusters to apply the colours, which gave a sense of movement, but not violent movement.
The 'beams' were dusted on too, but I used sponges on the sky, which gives a hint at turbulence that may have just calmed.. I added dots of stickles for stars.
After tying the bakers twine around the panel, I added a thin strand of gold thread for interest. I then mounted this panel over a lighter blue base.
I also stamped the inside of the card with the compass from the set,
and added a birthday greeting too.
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29 comments:
Wow I love this masculine card and the background is amazing. Masking and embossing is one of my fave techniques.
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Such a stunning masculine card! I loved your stamp set..it is in my wishlist! And your masking is superb...loved the colors too! :)
Suchi xx
I think the story about the sky makes it all seem so real. The compass inside and the lighthouse are both a sign for finding your way. Thank you so much for taking time to post your very creative art with us this week at Word Art Wednesday in our 213th FF AG challenge! Advent Blessings, Carole
This is a beautiful card! Absolutely perfect for the men! Thank you for playing in our Funday Friday challenge!
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Jo
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Wow, this is gorgeous Maxine!! What a wonderful atmosphere you have created with your lighthouse and masking technique, I can almost here the horn as a ship approaches! Stunning! hugs :)
What a super sweet project you have for us today, so well thought out and put together a fabulous Creation Beautiful in every way, we are so lucky you have entered our art by miran challenge
so beautiful to look at good luck hugs Tracy x
Oh Maxine, this is a beauty! What a terrific masculine card and lovely stamp set - the pocket watches on the inside are perfect!
Sensational!! Love the way the light and sky are done. Perfect for a masculine card!
Lynn
It's brilliantly done, Maxine. I've just discovered Stamplorations (stencils!) but saw this stamp set. You've certainly captured the movement of the sea and the fabulous beam of light from this lighthouse. A lovely design layout, and a marvelous guy card (well, could really work for either gender I think!). Well done!!! Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, TFS & Hugs too.
Beautiful card Maxine and LOVE that verse!!
A fabulous masculine card. I love the lighthouse. Thank you for joining us for the Classy Cards N Such challenge this week.
Great masking Maxine. Lovely card.
Wow - this turned out brilliant again! A beautiful card Maxine!
Happy day!
oxo
Susi
Maxine this is so beautiful! Wonderful masking and gorgeous scripture!!!
Great techniques and such a pretty design, Maxine! Christmas hugs, Autumn
Beautiful masking Maxine! It is a great male card...so hard to do sometimes isn't it.
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Dot x
What a fabulous card! I LOVE the silver embossing and lovely inks you used! Thanks for joining us at Great Impressions! Sending HUGS! :) Mynn xx
A lovely masculine card Maxine - love the sponging and embossing - the scripture is perfect! {{{hugs}}}
A beautiful card, Maxine. I love lighthouses, and this one is just beautiful. Thank you for joining our weekly challenge at Classy
Cards 'n Such. Please join us again!
Mindy~CCNS~DT
fantastic job with the masking! love this card! thanks for sharing with us at Quick Quotes this month!
Alicia
This is a wonderful masculine card. I {heart} all things lighthouses! Yours is created beautifully! Thanks so much for playing along with us at Great Impressions. Merry Merry!
Perfect masculine image and fantastic technique!
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Masking is always a great technique to use on backgrounds, and it works really well with the stamps you've used.
Thanks for sharing with us at FSC
Avril xx
Great job, love the technique, and nicely done. Thanks for sharing. Thanks for playing our challenge at Lil Patch of Crafty Friends!
Leanne DT/LPCF
Great card, you did a great job masking!
Thank you for playing along with us at Lil Patchy of Crafty Friends!
Hugs,
Kelly
This is such a beautiful card for a man! I love lighthouses and you did a fantastic job on this one! I love it!
What a fabulous masculine card with the scene you have created... Thank you for joining us at Lacy Sunshine Color Your World Challenge..Hugs Lozzy x
Beautifully done~thanks for joining us at Quick Quotes!
Beautiful Card. Love all the details.
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