Thursday, January 23, 2014

you are my happy (STAMPlorations, ATCAS, RIC)


What would you come up with for this sketch?  There's still time to play along with Sketch Challenge #4 at STAMPlorations.  Here's what I did with my new Trendy Feathers stamp set.  I love how "real" this feather looks - hailing from Lake Huron's shores I've seen a lotta feathers in my time ;)


Got me some new washi tape.  Yes, I do have enough.  But five coordinating rolls to a pack?   Don't ya love the teensy floral print? I got two packs.  I'm bad.

Put washi strips down on CS and die cut the alphas.  Knew where I wanted to place the alphas, so I put a strip of washi down making sure the patterns would line up when I adhered the alphas.  Been doubling or tripling the die cuts lately to give 'em more umph. A tiny heat embossed sentiment and voila!

Playing at:


Runway Inspired Challenge #52 cuz at first glance the splashes of color on her dress reminded me of cascading feathers.
Addicted to CAS #30 cuz my washi's brand-spanking new.

Thanks for visiting.  Case you're interested, here's a recent shot of Miss Ellie.  Going on seven months.




Supplies for you make me happy
Paper:  cardbase The Paper Studio
Stamps: STAMPlorations
Ink : Hero Arts, Versamark
Tools: die PTI
Other: washi, Zing embossing powder

26 comments:

sandie said...

This is a stunner Maria, the grey feathers really work with this pretty tape and the die cuts doubled up like this give great dimension x

shirley-bee said...

Ooh, just fabulous! I love the grey feather background, and the washi/die cut combination is genius! And Miss Ellie is soooo sweet!

Cornelia (fun stamping) said...

Such a great interpretation of the sketch - love that Washi idea!

Taheerah said...

I love this so much Maria!! The combination of feathers, washi tape and letters is so creative!! Thanks for joining in with us at Runway Inspired Challenge!

Shelly said...

Oh, my! This is such a cool card! :) Love how you did the letters with the washi tape. And the colors are just lovely.

Deepti said...

Superb!! Guess what I was trying to make a card for RIC using washi tape and ended up wasting :( nothing worked you and now when I seeing ur creation, I am like why this did not hit me lol :) ur card is truly amazing

Virginia L. said...

ULTRA sophisticated, Maria! I love how you used the colors and die cut! Really beautiful! So glad that you join the fun with us at Runway Inspired Challenge!!

Kylie said...

Wonderful use of the sketch, Maria. I love the use of the feathers too! Thanks so much for playing along at ATCAS xx

Sharli Schaitberger said...

Awesome use of washi! I also love the feather background! This is an interesting card, nice work!

Unknown said...

Get outta town with this awesome die cutting, washi alpha coolness! I loooove it! Cute puppy, too!

Joni Andaya said...

FABULOUS take! Awesome use on the washi :) Love <3

richardbreaks said...

Ooo, I likey! And, Miss Ellie is BEAUTIFUL!

Clare said...

I'm a sucker for all washi floral prints, and I love how you let this one shine! And that stamped background is so neat - I thought it was patterned paper at first!
Miss Ellie is so precious! I just wanna pet all that fluffy goodness! :)

Jackie Rockwell said...

Very cool effect, love the small print on the washi. ADORABLE puppy too!

My Paper Epiphany said...

Ohh I love this! I thought of feathers too, but I don't have very nice feather stamps ( yet!). Your design is so clever. Great use of washi!

Anonymous said...

Hi Maria. Love the way you combined two of the challenges with you feathered background and the word YOU. Fab card. Have a great day. Monika xxx

Maarit at Violets Corner said...

Fantastic card Maria, very clever and interesting design.

Warm hugs
Maarit

Happy Dance said...

Am lovin' your washi! Mine's sitting in a box, and I really must use it more! Especially after seeing this wonderful card of yours!! Love the colors, design, and your awesome feathers. Great card Maria. Bev

Kelly Griglione said...

Now that's interesting! I've seen this same look with stamping on a die and the card base, but I haven't seen it with washi. You're a smart one, maria f.

Greta said...

Oh my goodness, that is one adorable puppy! I can't imagine lining up the tape on the letters to match--amazing! Love this card!

alexandra s.m. said...

Oh wow Maria! This is "thinking outside the box" at its best!
I love your idea and your card!! Genius!!
Thank You~

Darnell said...

I was just going to say it was time for another Ellie fix - thank you so much! I think your card is a winner at RIC this time for sure! I defo love it! Real-looking feathers and that wonderful layered word, yummo, Maria!! Hugs, Darnell

Anonymous said...

Miss Ellie is an absolute beauty what a gorgeous girl.fabulous card Maria, love the feather stamping and the gorgeous stamped die cuts just amazing. Thanks so much for joining us at ATCAS and good luck.

Marie

Anonymous said...

I tried to comment on this card last week but it wouldn't process! MARIA I LOVE THIS CARD!! SO unexpected the elements and I just can't stop looking at it! Way to go! Gorgeous.

Jennifer Rzasa said...

I am in love with your feathered background and use of washi tape! Thanks so much for joining us on the Runway!

Tasnim said...

I LOVE your take on the challenge photo! Such a unique interpretation!

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