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Monday, December 14, 2015

Slightly Masking Mad????

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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.

I am linking this up to:
Quick Quotes Challenge #58 - Non-Holiday Cards
Jo's Stamp Shack Fun Friday Challenge #118 - Anything Goes
Art By Miran Challenge #47 - Anything Goes
STAMPlorations Never Ending Anything Goes Challenge
Lil' Patch of Crafty Friends Challenge # 23 - Anything goes
Great Impressions December Challenge - Anything Goes
Fashionable Stamping Challenge #116 - Make Your Own Background
Lacy Sunshine Challenge - Anything Goes
Classy Cards n' Such Challenge #115 - Starry Starry Night
Word Art Wednesday Challenge #213 - Anything Goes

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29 comments:

  1. ShirleyDecember 14, 2015 at 9:08 PM

    Wow I love this masculine card and the background is amazing. Masking and embossing is one of my fave techniques.

    Thank you for sharing with us at Fashionable Stamping Challenges.

    Warm crafty hugs from Shirl x x x
    ShirlsCards.

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  2. SuchiDecember 14, 2015 at 9:39 PM

    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

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  3. UnknownDecember 15, 2015 at 12:59 AM

    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

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  4. Jo Williams Independent Stampin' Up DemonstratorDecember 15, 2015 at 1:36 AM

    This is a beautiful card! Absolutely perfect for the men! Thank you for playing in our Funday Friday challenge!
    Hugs,
    Jo
    ♥ Jo's Scrap Shack ♥

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  5. PamelliaDecember 15, 2015 at 2:49 AM

    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 :)

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  6. Tracy Wray aka TrakDecember 15, 2015 at 2:56 AM

    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

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  7. MiamiKelDecember 15, 2015 at 3:49 AM

    Oh Maxine, this is a beauty! What a terrific masculine card and lovely stamp set - the pocket watches on the inside are perfect!

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  8. jimlynnDecember 15, 2015 at 6:05 AM

    Sensational!! Love the way the light and sky are done. Perfect for a masculine card!
    Lynn

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  9. MaryHDecember 15, 2015 at 11:29 AM

    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.

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  10. JennieDecember 15, 2015 at 1:58 PM

    Beautiful card Maxine and LOVE that verse!!

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  11. wannabcre8tiveDecember 15, 2015 at 4:11 PM

    A fabulous masculine card. I love the lighthouse. Thank you for joining us for the Classy Cards N Such challenge this week.

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  12. Dawn TDecember 15, 2015 at 6:05 PM

    Great masking Maxine. Lovely card.

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  13. froebelsternchenDecember 15, 2015 at 10:14 PM

    Wow - this turned out brilliant again! A beautiful card Maxine!
    Happy day!
    oxo
    Susi

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  14. stampingbowdDecember 16, 2015 at 6:13 AM

    Maxine this is so beautiful! Wonderful masking and gorgeous scripture!!!

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  15. SewPaperPaintDecember 16, 2015 at 8:33 AM

    Great techniques and such a pretty design, Maxine! Christmas hugs, Autumn

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  16. Ink Art DesignsDecember 16, 2015 at 1:08 PM

    Beautiful masking Maxine! It is a great male card...so hard to do sometimes isn't it.
    Thank you for joining us at Fashionable Stamping Challenges
    Dot x

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  17. Mynn xxDecember 16, 2015 at 8:12 PM

    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

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  18. Lovely LindaDecember 16, 2015 at 9:37 PM

    A lovely masculine card Maxine - love the sponging and embossing - the scripture is perfect! {{{hugs}}}

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  19. Mulberry MindyDecember 17, 2015 at 4:33 AM

    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

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  20. Golden Goddess DesignsDecember 17, 2015 at 8:46 AM

    fantastic job with the masking! love this card! thanks for sharing with us at Quick Quotes this month!

    Alicia

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  21. UnknownDecember 17, 2015 at 9:01 AM

    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!

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  22. Denise PustelniakDecember 19, 2015 at 6:26 AM

    Perfect masculine image and fantastic technique!
    Thank-you for joining us at Color Your World!

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  23. Mrs.BDecember 21, 2015 at 4:47 AM

    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

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  24. LeanneDecember 21, 2015 at 8:14 AM

    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

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  25. Kelly SchelskeDecember 21, 2015 at 3:49 PM

    Great card, you did a great job masking!

    Thank you for playing along with us at Lil Patchy of Crafty Friends!

    Hugs,
    Kelly

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  26. Olga FinkDecember 22, 2015 at 12:26 AM

    This is such a beautiful card for a man! I love lighthouses and you did a fantastic job on this one! I love it!

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  27. LozzyDecember 22, 2015 at 9:00 PM

    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

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  28. Connie MercerDecember 28, 2015 at 11:56 AM

    Beautifully done~thanks for joining us at Quick Quotes!

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  29. LisaDecember 30, 2015 at 2:52 PM

    Beautiful Card. Love all the details.

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