This is for Sabrina's challenge and what a challenge it was! This is about my 5th attempt at getting collage stamping right. I love the end results, but boy did I struggle.
I frequently use 6 or 7 stamps on the one card, but that is to create a scene. Using 6 or 7 stamps to create a collage is soooooo different.
I pre-cut 3 pieces of card stock about 5"x7"each. When I know I'm going to do something messy I always cut extra cardstock for the left over ink, paint etc.
I stamped the Lavina Stamp eye first using Memento ink. I then did a quick dunk into a puddle of heavily diluted purple and orange distress inks. I hit all the pieces with the heatgun, then continued to stamp all the other images.
Even by my standards, these are too weird as a card, but I thought they would make cool bookmarks - hence all the ribbon. The little gift card came about because I kept trimming the collage until it looked right. I would have stopped at ATC size.
Tip: Buy seam binding, twine, ribbon etc in white or cream colour, it's quick and easy to dye. Smack a distress ink pad onto a piece of foil / mat, squirt on some water. Cut a length of seam binding, scrunch it in your hand and squirt the exposed part, then dunk into the inky puddle. The colour will be variegated because you only pre-wet part of it.
Copics colour up seam binding in a flash too.
Thank you for looking.
Date: Thursday, October 11, 2018 GMT Views: 1382
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Registered: July 27, 2007 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 123053
Thu, Oct 11, 2018 @ 11:31 PM
These have an amazing Indian look, to me...I think the colours and the way your background could be sari silk, and then the image makes me think of henna tattoos. Your colouring in the actual eyes is incredible, I keep zooming in to look again. Fabulous work, Susie. Thanks for joining in!
Registered: August 10, 2006 Location: Sunny Florida Posts: 25289
Fri, Oct 12, 2018 @ 12:03 AM
WOW!!! Oh, yes, the eyes have it, and "it" is awesomeness! These have such detail and I continue to look at them to find more! I love the colors, stamped images, sparkle, frilly black ribbon, seam binding, and pinkish ribbon. The details around the eyes are stunning. You are an awesome artist, my friend, and these creations are knocking my socks off! Outstanding work, Susie! You never disappoint!!!
Registered: June 10, 2011 Location: Canberra, Australia Posts: 6524
Fri, Oct 12, 2018 @ 12:35 AM
Right - got the feeling someone is watching me! This is a stunning background of inky goodness to showcase those sparkly eyes. Must have taken her hours to put on that makeup. Three great articles with that true Susie touch.
Registered: June 29, 2010 Location: Recently moved to the seaside, with views over to the Isle of Wight Posts: 13177
Fri, Oct 12, 2018 @ 2:31 AM
I know it's rude to stare, but honestly I can't stop ogling every inch of these beauties! Love the stamps, the colours, and the exquisite use of gems. Susie you have blown me away!
Registered: August 15, 2007 Location: Twin Cities MN Posts: 45507
Fri, Oct 12, 2018 @ 5:47 AM
Those eyes are getting an eyeful if they're looking at me this morning....still in my pjs, have bedhead.... These are so cool..I love the wonderful colors and your collage work is terrific....the seam binding and fluffy trim are perfect! Awesome weird arty stuff going on here...
Registered: October 19, 2007 Location: Packer Country, WI Posts: 67211
Fri, Oct 12, 2018 @ 6:06 AM
Beautiful creation, Susie. This reminds me of Carrie Underwoods' look she has when singing her hit song- Crying Pretty. She is a country singer from the states. Another wonderful creation from you. TFS
I love your work and this is so unique and interesting. Love the glitter in the eyes. These are GREAT bookmarks! Thanks for sharing your beautiful pieces of work.
Registered: November 7, 2006 Location: Willamette Valley Oregon Posts: 33778
Fri, Oct 12, 2018 @ 8:10 AM
Oh be still my heart! Gorgeous beyond belief. What a gift you have 🇦🇺. I would even read a book with a bookmark like those. Though probably not as I would be too busy lost in those eyes.
Did you show Eunice? I am certain she would want to update her eye makeup!
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Registered: October 26, 2009 Location: Oakhurst, near Yosemite Nat'l Park. Posts: 46421
Fri, Oct 12, 2018 @ 8:44 AM
2 in one week??? wow Susie, you are making up for lost time!
These eyes are fabulous my dear sister! You do the best bg's, best stamp collage and fantastic eyes!!!! Beautiful!!
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Registered: March 30, 2008 Location: Somewhere between the Shire & Mordor! Posts: 4620
Fri, Oct 12, 2018 @ 11:11 AM
ABSOLUTELY STUNNING, Susie! LOVE this image! And you did a WONDERFUL JOB on the collage technique! LOVE the Fun Fur yarn too, seems to take some of those whispy eye lashes to the top...
for color and details are extraordinary! You may be my new occularist!! Lol!
These are so cool..I love the wonderful colors and your collage work is terrific....the seam binding and fluffy trim are perfect! Awesome weird arty stuff going on here...
