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I don't often use pre-printed images in card making, but this one appealed to me, as did the technique that was used for foiling.
The tutorial, with the images, is on the Graphics Fairy Site here
I was really happy with the outcome, and the card went into the mail almost immediately.
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The foiling was done in crimson, and went really well with the rhododendron image on the print out - there were various sentiment strips and I chose these ones for this specific card
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There were stamps and butterfly images as additional ephemera also.
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All the elements were sponged with Tea Dye D.I. before using, and the butterflies were adhered on their bodies only, so their wings were free to be lifted up for added dimension.
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I finished the inside of the card with another strip of foiling in red.
I love the way that the technique gives a distressed look to the end result.
I am linking this to:
The technique was a 'first' for me
Your foiling technique is lovely, Maxine! I agree, that preprinted image is far too pretty to pass up! Wonderful card. So happy I got to see your creation at Jan’s Digi Stamp Challenges . Thanks for the inspiration, and I hope to see more of your designs soon.
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Donna
{Creative Smiles - my little crafting world}
Fabulous look for this card! Love the foiling you added, it really adds so much to the beautiful flower
ReplyDeleteI can see why you wanted to use this obe; it is subtile and beautiful! Hugs, Gerrina
ReplyDeleteMaxine, your card is stunning with so many details and bits and pieces. Inspiring! I love the finishing touch, too - the red bit on the inside! Perfect!
ReplyDeleteReally a pretty image and I LOVE the foiling look around the edges. It really sets off that beautiful flower! VERY pretty card.
ReplyDeleteLynn
Gorgeous card. That foil around the image create a beautiful frame. It's a very elegant design. Thanks for joining us at A Place To Start. Hugs, María.
ReplyDeleteI can see why you used the image. I have several Azaleas on my property and love the flowers. You can almost smell the fragrance coming off these blooms. Great get well card.
ReplyDeleteHugs and Blessings
I think this would cheer anyone Maxine, so very pretty.
ReplyDeleteB x
That foiling looks amazing what a great way to add extra bling and interest to a card xx
ReplyDeleteThanks for the link Maxine, I will give this a try today, if I can find any foil!
ReplyDeleteI love that card! I would love a card like that.😍
ReplyDeleteThis is stunning, Maxine. The florals are so beautiful. Thanks for sharing with us at Word Art Wednesday. Thanks also for your kind comments on my personal blog. They always bless and encourage me.
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Karen
I do like the colours you've used in this card, it looks lovely. Elegant design x
ReplyDeleteMaxine- so love this beautiful card! The DP is so pretty and I will have to pop over to see the foiling technique you used! Beautifully created!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card, lovely colours and a great technique. Thanks for joining us at A Place to Start
ReplyDeleteThat is a very pretty card :)
ReplyDeleteWow Maxine, this is a stunning card! I love the image you used but what really makes it pop is the foiling around it. I've never seen that done that way before and I am loving it! Love how you did the sentiments too. Hugs, Brenda
ReplyDeleteAmazing Floral creation, Maxine! Thank you for sharing your special creation with the fabulous foiling technique and sharing it with us at Jan's Digi Blog Challenge. Good Luck and Happy New Year!
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Jan
(Owner & Illustrator of Jan's Digi Stamp Shop)
Absolutely Gorgeous! Thanks so much for sharing with us at A Place to Start!
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Chana Malkah, Owner
Your preprinted card image is so elevated with the foiling...absolutely beautiful. Rhododendron grew in North Carolina where I lived until I was 12 years old...It is one of my favorites...
ReplyDeleteA really wonderful card. Love the colors. Thanks for joining us at S+F=C.
ReplyDeleteI am going to leave your blog soon and go and check on this foiling technique - it is so effective.
ReplyDeletethe card itself is very pretty and I do like the red and the pink together. Such beautiful blooms and the perfect sentiment for someone feeling under the weather.
Blessings, Neet xx