Over at Simplicity, Susan is hosting a One Layer Inspiration Challenge to use something from her Pinterest board. I found this leaf hanging which I love (I wanted to capture the picture for you, but this one wouldn't let me).
I, once again, used this sketch challenge from Less is More.
And I tried the technique from Paper Trey's Make It Monday. This week is called "double time bleaching" . Now I have never done bleaching with stamps. So this was a learning experience for me. And since this is a one layer card, I needed to be sure that the bleach did not "bleed" outside the main image panel. Here is my solution:
I used the removable tape to tape down the cling wrap to the areas that would not get the bleach.
After I was done stamping with the bleach and color, I thought the panel needed a bit more "umph". So I spritzed it with some Perfect Pearl Mist (in Sunflower Sparkle). Here is a close-up of that effect: 
Supplies used:
Paper - Paper Trey Ink (terracotta)
Stamps - leaves: Stampin Up Gently Falling; sentiment: PTI
other: scallop embossing folder: sizzix (?), pearls, Perfect Pearls Mist, score board
Thanks for looking.
Super card, great autumnal feel - it'll be here before we know it
ReplyDeleteKathyk
Hmmm,this is pretty nice colors,so elegant looking!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! And thanks for the tutorial on how you did it all.
ReplyDeletePS, my guy's a car guy too. It's about even who spends more!
Hello there-What a lovely card-just sums up Autumn for me-really pretty colours,love how you have created this too.
ReplyDeleteOh,and thank you for following me at My-Little-Crafty-Corner-lovely to have your company :) x
I haven't tried that bleaching technique because I am afraid that I'll get bleach everywhere! LOVE how this card turned out...and it's it cool how we both were inspired by the same photo and yet our cards are so different...I LOVE it!
ReplyDeleteHi Susan, the bleaching was actually very easy - just be sure to prepare your work space before. I recommend that everyone should give it a try at least once. Chrissie from "Less is More" just said to be sure to clean the stamps right away, so they don't get "gooey". I look forward to seeing you trying this!
DeleteWhat a beautiful autumnal card, fab colours.
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Maarit
So beautiful Carol!!! Love the debased lines- great accent!
ReplyDeleteStunning card Carol
ReplyDeleteFabulous rich colours
Thanks so much
mandi
"Less is More"
This is a beautiful card, love the technique.
ReplyDeleteAvril
This looks amazing Carol, I hope you washed your stamp quickly after using bleach, I ruined a favourite one of mine.. the rubber went all gooey!
ReplyDeleteThe card looks simply beautiful!
Thanks so much
Chrissie
"Less is More"
What a fabulous effect the bleach had. You have combined several techniques beautifully.
ReplyDeleteHeather T
You did a fantastic job with the bleach challenge and I appreciated the picture step-by-step! Welcome to Blogland! It is fun and addictive and inspirational and the members of this community are incredibly nice!!
ReplyDeleteHello,
DeleteYou are right about this being very addictive. As I am now on my laptop daily, my hubby keeps saying, "what are you doing over there?" He just doesn't understand :)
Thanks for your comments. And I love your blog too!
Good job Carol with a new technique, it can be tricky for sure. But your results are fantastic. Beautiful card. Hey thanks for joing my blog:)
ReplyDeleteI love what you did with the bleach and thanks for the tip on using cling film, now I really must try it. Love your beautiful card. A x
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tutorial. Very nice card.
ReplyDeleteI am your latest follower...found you through Darnell's blog.
Hi Carol - just jumped over from Darnell's blog to say a huge welcome to Blogland ....... sure you'll be amazed by the warmth and generosity of crafting bloggers. Love your card and the bleaching - it's so effective.
ReplyDeleteKaren x
Hi Carol, I just visited Darnell's blog (http://www.djkardkreations.com/) and wanted to say Hello. I'm new to blogging also (Mar 2012), & I found that so many bloggers were so supportive with all the technical help I needed to get started (still do!) Love your cards, and will be checking back often. Will check to see if I can become a follower. I'm not posting cards at the moment(if you read any of my posts you'll see why), but hopefully, will be again real soon. Looking forward to 'getting to know you'. My DH also loves cars (old ones). TFS
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card with great success using bleaching. Just popped over from Darnell's blog to say hello ! Blogging is great fun and I also find everyone very supportive & friendly :) Have fun ! Shirley
ReplyDeleteHi Carol have been looking for you in blogland and glad I found you ,your cards are amazing!(have been peeking through earlier posts)love your bleaching technique have tried it myself but think I need more practice!! and bloggers are the most generous and friendly people that I know so looking forward to seeing more of your creations!!!! x
ReplyDeleteFabulous use of the bleaching technique!!! LOVE how it looks on the red paper, and a perfect take on the inspiration photo.
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