The Clean & Simple Challenge CAS265 (3/24/14) was "Color Blocking with a twist". The twist was to add a die cut or punch shape to the color blocking.
Color blocking is not something I've done before, so my attempt was rather timid - I opted to go subtle with my color choices and kept to tones of blue. I swiped the back of the stamp with three Memento mini pads - Summer Sky, Teal Zeal and Nautical Blue. They looked kind of dorky together after I applied the ink to the stamp so I gave it a spritz of water and allowed the inks to run together to soften the effect. The background used here is the first generation stamping; I was able to get 2 more images before I ran out of ink. I love making left-overs for some future project!
I opted to use a stamped silhouette image on the color blocked background and have the die cut be off to the side. The tiny rhinestones were added to give a bit of sparkle to an otherwise somber card.
It was so nice of you to stop by and look at my Birds in the Thicket card. Thank you!
Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2014 GMT Views: 7517
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This is such a pretty card. I love that you spritzed the bg, it was the perfect way to soften the image edges and color intensity. Such a striking beauty. Thanks for sharing. Sorry I didn't see this earlier to give it some love! ;)
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Registered: October 29, 2004 Location: Coos Bay, Oregon Posts: 24007
Mon, Feb 19, 2018 @ 10:25 AM
Gorgeous CAS design and acrylic block background for your silhouette bird image. Your framing and die cut leaves are perfect for your main image. TFS..in 2014:-)
Congratulations for being chosen this weeks Featured Stamper...a much deserved honor. Hugs
Registered: March 31, 2008 Location: Eastlake, OH Posts: 22598
Sun, Mar 04, 2018 @ 4:22 PM
I'm back revisiting this one since Nancy Littrell showcased it on her blog today. This is JUST amazing! Love it even more visiting a second time. I'd LOVE to know where you got that wonky square though.