TLC309 ~ Resistance is Faux Tile! ~ 01/24/11

[Toy]

Hello Stampers!!

Ok, that title is really showing my inner geek. For those of you who are wondering what the heck I’m talking about, the line “Resistance is futile!” originated from the Star Trek: Next Generation series. When I was trying to come up with a name for today’s technique challenge, one of my Star Trek geek kids (and they’re ALL Trekkies) came up with that.

~ Faux Tile ~

Now, we’ve done similar techniques before, but just recently Michele Kovack posted a tutorial here in the resources section that is uber cool! You can find her tutorial with a video HERE. I’ll give you a couple of hints that I found made this technique not only fun, but easy to do!

Michele’s tutorial shows her using Ranger Glossy Glaze on her tiles. I started thinking that not everyone would have Glossy Glaze, so I did a few tests with other mediums to see what else would give same or similar effects. I have attached a photo at the bottom as a visual, but here it is in a nutshell:

A) UTEE – similar effect, not quite as shiny, but no wait time on the drying.
B) CLEAR EMBOSS (2x) – more of a matt finish, but no wait time on drying.
C) GLOSSY GLAZE – excellent coverage and shine. 2 hours minimum on drying.
D) ALEENE’S CLEAR GEL – result is a clear “bubble”, which is cool, but at least 2 hours dry time.

*** Oh, and when you put either Glaze or Gel on your pieces, it's best to lay them on either wax paper or acetate so that you don't have to pry them up off your desk! heehee.... ask me how I know ***

I also got to thinking about the tiles themselves. Tiles are used to decorate in a variety of ways, so you might want to think outside the box and make a pattern instead of the traditional square.

Here is my sample:

~ Birthdays are Faux Tile~

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You have to try this….resistance is futile!!!

Oh, and GO STEELERS!!!!

[joan ervin]

Well now, how cool is this!!!!! I'll have to work on my tiles now and let them dry overnight...thanks, Holly, for the fun challenge!!!!

[stamp300]

I would love to participate in this challenge. I like the technique, however would clear ep work?

[Understandblue]

HAHAH - ROFL!! You will be assimilated!

[Toy]

Originally Posted by stamp300

I would love to participate in this challenge. I like the technique, however would clear ep work?

Yes, but you won't get the high gloss that you do with the glaze or a gel. If you click on the picture attached in the original post, I show you the different options and the results you might achieve .

[Toy]

Originally Posted by Understandblue

HAHAH - ROFL!! You will be assimilated!

It's a trap!

[stamp300]

Well, maybe I'll stop at Mike's and get something tomorrow then. Or, I'll figure something out.

[stamp300]

Originally Posted by Understandblue

HAHAH - ROFL!! You will be assimilated!

Are you being funny Lydia? It's working.

[markie's mom]

OOOOOO! GREAT challenge...I changed the order in the steps, but it worked for me!

Here's my submission

[sumtoy]

I love this idea..for the first attempt I think it turned out ok

TLC309-tiled

[ckbythesea]

Originally Posted by Understandblue

HAHAH - ROFL!! You will be assimilated!

Oh! Favorite episode quotes! But too late to stamp, gotta work tomorrow.

[Cook22]

LOL, your title is wonderful. I tried this out when the tutorial came out in the Inkling, but I want to have another go with EP or UTEE, so if I can get the housework out of the way quickly, this will be the perfect motivation. I was sure I was going to step on my drying Glossy Accents last time - no room on the table .

[angelladcrockett]

hahaha! I got your pun right away, Holly! Good one!! Hoping to play this week....I'm going through challenge withdrawals!!!!

[n5stamper]

Here is my FAUX TILES IN THE FOREST.

[NANCYRUTH]

Thanks Holly! Live long and Prosper and May The Force Be with you!!! HERE is my card!!!

[GardenDiva]

TLC309 Listen with your Heart by GardenDiva - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

Fun time making this card Holly. I need a new versa mark...and when I get a new one I'm trying a more eleborate card next time.
Thanks for the tip Faith !!!
Happy Monday ALL !!!

[Vicky Gould]

Fun one, Holly! Thanks a lot!

The Butterfly

[jdmommy]

Fun Holly! Thanks! Here it is:TLC309. CAS103 Flourished Heart Tile by jdmommy - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[DawnL]

thanks Holly!

[rlsjohnson]

Oh, I hope I can get a chance to play. Back in 2005 or 2006, there was a challenge here on SCS for the Faux Tile...but then it was called Mosaic - using the UTEE. I have some glaze and UTEE, so I may try both again. (Not on the same card. Although, that may be a whole 'nother project. ) I haven't done one of these in, well, years!

[Oddesigns]

Originally Posted by Toy

It's a trap!

A girl after my own heart! Straight from Star Trek to Star Wars. I got your title right away.

And I just got some of the Ranger Glossy Accents because I saw the faux tile tutorial and wanted to give it a try. I'll post the result later.

[Toy]

Originally Posted by Oddesigns

A girl after my own heart! Straight from Star Trek to Star Wars. I got your title right away.

And I just got some of the Ranger Glossy Accents because I saw the faux tile tutorial and wanted to give it a try. I'll post the result later.

LOL. Yeah, with four sons in their late teens and 20s, there is either Star Trek, Star Wars or Stargate playing on a TV or computer in our house at all times. When I get to watch a chick flick, it's like a holiday!

[Crafty Math Chick]

wishing i could 'join the collective' and 'be assimilated'today my friend - great challenge and quote though

[MariLynn]

Originally Posted by Toy

LOL. Yeah, with four sons in their late teens and 20s, there is either Star Trek, Star Wars or Stargate playing on a TV or computer in our house at all times. When I get to watch a chick flick, it's like a holiday!

You forgot FOOTBALL too!!

[yo sam]

Fun technique!! I think I should have used a different image, but needed another Valentine's Day card. Here's mine TLC309 Faux tile by yo sam - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[Biggan]

Thanks for the challenge! Here´s mine;

Twilight

TFL!
Birgit

[Reddyisco]

I think your title is extremely cute and clever!!

[ChristineCreations]

Thanks Holly for pushing me to try this!

TLC309 Happiness by ChristineCreations - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[Bailmac]

Yippee........I got to play......TLC309 Life by Bailmac - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[carol_PA925]

Thanks for a really fun technique! I've been using Glossy Accents for a while, and I'm thinking I may need the industrial size bottle now! LOL Here's my card.

[cork1035]

Echoing Tiles

It was a fun challenge, a little sticky and messy because I used Crystal Lacquer.
I will try another with UTEE. Thanks for the great technique.

[sumtoy]

Here is one more

Tiles for your Birthday

[Tammy05]

I'm glad I had a chance to play along. This is a great technique-simple yet beautiful.
TLC309 Faux Tile by Tammy05 - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers
I can't remember how to create a link without using this whole line?? I will get a glass of wine and that will help me remember!

Tammy

[pbvkt]

Thanks for the prompt! I probably never would have done this technique otherwise. Here's my card.

[GloriousGreetings]

Here is my card:

FLOURISHED FAUX TILE

[stamp300]

OK! I'm going to try it tonight, stopped at Michaels today at got the Glossy Accents so we will see.

[Toy]

Originally Posted by stamp300

OK! I'm going to try it tonight, stopped at Michaels today at got the Glossy Accents so we will see.

Yay, Connie!! Can't wait!

[momoffive]

Here is mine! It finally dried lol.TLC309 by momoffive - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[stamp300]

Here's my faux Laughter: TLC309 Faux Laughter by stamp300 - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

Thanks Toy.

[Ona_i_ja]

Hi, my faux tile:

Grey for Men