The Flower Challenge #94

Hello, my friends!  It's August already - I am NOT ready to say goodbye to Summer, are you?  Apparently either is The Flower Challenge ... take a look at the gorgeous inspiration for Challenge 94 - it's a COLOR challenge!

 

I adore each and every color in this TFC rainbow - and love 

that bit of grey in the mix!

I've reached for Altenew's Eclectic Bouquet once again and these inks:

Together they added beautiful color to my bouquet:

The image was stamped in VersaFine Clair: Morning Mist ink,

stenciled with the layered coloring stencils, and cut

with its die.  Then I used my SU Subtle Texture to emboss the negative cut.

Residual ink on my blending brushes added shadow to the cut

edges and then my bouquet was popped up for dimension.

That sweet sentiment is also from this set... a few sequins and my playtime

is complete!

You have plenty of time to make one or two cards to add to our gallery - we can't wait to see what you'll make of our colors!  You'll find lots of gorgeous inspiration on The Flower Challenge page HERE.

=] Michele

Altenew Inspiration Challenge - March 2024

 

Emily's husband brought her the most gorgeous bouquet that became her shared photo as host of Altenew's March 2024 Inspiration Challenge.  I was inspired indeed and thought it was the perfect opportunity to share another new addition to my Altenew stash!

I actually convinced my husband to come craft with me!  He was a natural with stenciling as long as I agreed to finish his card for him - deal!

Using the stamps, stencils, dies, and embossing folder, here is how I finished Tom's beautiful bouquet:

You'll see we used the same basic colors for stenciling - any difference is in the touch, or amount of pressure used.

I kept mine pretty CAS but instead of an embossed panel, I added extra Eucalyptus to my bouquet!

I will be entering Tom's card to the challenge - maybe he will have better luck than I have had lately!  lol

Thanks for stopping by - happy crafting!

=] Michele