When I was in high school, we lived in Milton, WV for a few years. I had the distinct pleasure of having Mrs. Blenko as my Home Ec teacher. She and her husband owned Blenko Glass, a handblown glass company in our town. The factory is world reknown for it's awesome glass. And, when I saw this vase, I thought of a vase I used to own that came from Blenko. I picked the colors, and watched as my friend made the vase. That was one of my best high school experiences. I loved watching the vase take form.
I sponged in colors starting from the bottom, Pumpkin Pie, Always Apricot, Glorious Green and Handsome Hunter. The vine was stamped in black and then Inkssential pen highlights were added. The butterfly was stamped in black and then colored in with SU! markers. I cut it out and popped the image.
Registered: May 15, 2005 Location: Arlington, Washington Posts: 30400
Fri, Aug 07, 2009 @ 11:09 PM
WOW!! this is lovely! the color graduation and blending is perfect for your chosen inspiration piece! love the silhouette branch and this stunning butterfly! tfs!
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Judy
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" If you have a talent, use it in every which way possible. Don't hoard it. Don't dole it out like a miser. Spread it lavishly like a millionaire intent on going broke. ~Brendan Frances~
Registered: March 20, 2005 Location: Butler, PA Posts: 77633
Sat, Aug 08, 2009 @ 1:36 AM
Every time I see your cards, I wonder if the non-stamping recipients are even remotely aware of the masterpiece they are holding in their hands.
The colors on this are fantastic, as is your blending - what else can I say except it is beautiful!
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