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I needed a masculine card, and this is the result!
I was inspired by this technique video by Natasha Foote.
I started by making my stamp, using a very old Cuttlebug die and foam, as per the instructions
I then stamped it over a panel that I had blended DOX inks over, and clear heat embossed. I then took Chipped Sapphire DI and sponged it over the whole panel until I had a good coverage.
That's when the magic happens, especially once you wipe the excess ink off the embossed area!
After mounting the panel over a light blue base, I added some black pearls and the stamped greeting from a Dark Room Door set.
A fabulous card Maxine, a super homemade stamp and lovely colours.
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This masculine card looks fabulous, Maxine!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card!
ReplyDeleteThank you for joining us at Polkadoodles Digi Choosday! Jane S (DT) Paper, Pencils & Pretty Things xxx
Fabulous card. I love seeing all your creations. You never cease to amaze me with your creativity.
ReplyDeleteThat would be a great card for a guy, Maxine. Love the final detail of the twine, it just finishes it off nicely :)
ReplyDeleteA lovely CAS card. Thanks for joining Aud Sentiments challenge. Elaine
ReplyDeleteOh what a nice "in the dark" card - and making your wn stamps makes it more special. Great masculine card. Thanks for joining us over at The House that Stamps Built.
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful card. Thanks for reminding me about making homemade stamps. I will try it soon. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card! I just love your design! Thank you for sharing in our challenge. Please join us again!
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Beautiful male card, love the touch of twine and the gorgeous blue.x
ReplyDeleteThis turned out really neat. I think I still have that very old die that you mentioned (smile) I think it's one of the first ones that I bought. I like how you used it here. I have to see if I still have it somewhere?
ReplyDeleteA great masculine card Maxine and I imagine very satisfying knowing you created the stamp as well.
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Fabulous idea to make your own stamps. Great masculine card Maxine.
ReplyDeleteI really like this card. Thank you for linking the tutorial. It was very interesting. I have to make so many male cards so this is one for my 'to try' list. Kate xx
ReplyDeleteMaxine: What a great guy's card! The heat embossing adds not only color but texture! Terrific!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty.
ReplyDeleteOoo . . . this is beautiful!! Congrats to you making your own stamp; it looks awesome! And the colors are fabulous! Thanks for playing with The House That Stamps Built.
ReplyDeleteWonderful colors and masculine card design.
ReplyDeleteHugs Diane
What a beautiful creation! Thank you for joining the Digi Choosday Challenge. We are already looking forward to your next participation!
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful CAS-card! Love the repeated shapes ! Enjoy the weekend!
ReplyDeleteHi Maxine thank you for visiting and leaving kind supportive words .
ReplyDeleteYour card is fabulous ..what a great idea using an embossing folder as a stamp
What did you use to adhere it to foam?
Thanks for sharing that video Maxine, very cool indeed and one that I want to give a try. I love how your card turned out, a great masculine card indeed! I love the die you chose to make your stamp with and love the colors of ODI's you used. The twine and black pearls finish off this card nicely! Hugs, Brenda
ReplyDeleteLooks so good!
ReplyDeleteYour card sure is magic Maxine and one striking masculine card x.
ReplyDeleteMaxine, this is amazing! Ilove the creativity of creating your own stamp - Ill have to check out this video! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteSimple and stunning. Well done. Definitely worth the effort. Thank you for sharing it on The Crafter's Café Challenge Blog.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful catd, I like your handmade stamp! So glad you joined us at The House That Stamps Built! Donna DT
ReplyDeleteThis is an awesome card! Love it! 😍
ReplyDeleteFabulous masculine birthday card!
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining us at Little Red Wagon this week!
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Hi Maxine, a stunning card and what a fabulous idea, the variation of colours looks great with the deep blue. I hope you are well away from the new outbreak in NZ. Stay well.... Have a wonderful week... Megan
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ReplyDeleteWOW to making your own stamp, Maxine. Your card is just so pretty with the heat embossing and lovely colours. I must check out the video and that is exactly where I am off to now.
Love,
Monica
Beautiful card and great technique! Going to try this myself. Thanks for joining us this week at Krafty Chicks!
ReplyDeleteWonderful card Maxine... watched Natasha's video too. Loved it, great Kiwi crafter.. thanks so much for sharing the inspiration...
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing, and may God bless and keep you and all whom you love safe and well.
Prayer hugs, Shaz in Oz. X
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You are very brave, and what a fab result. CarolG
ReplyDeleteThis is a great masculine card. Great job.
ReplyDeleteStunning card, what an effective design. Thank you so much for joining in the Aud Sentiments Challenge, I hope we will see you again next time.
ReplyDeleteJenny (Aud Sentiments DT)
What I love the most on this one dear Maxine aside from the shades of blue that you chose is the pattern design! It looks very classy and relaxing to stare at :)
ReplyDeleteFabulous creation! Thanks for joining us for Week 32 at Polkadoodles Craft Challenge!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous stamp you made. I haven't done anything like this in ages but I remember Spellbinders gals teaching me this when they were once over. Doesn't it look super!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colours.
Blessings, Neet xx