Hi everyone, I'm back with another card as party guest at Seize the Birthday.
I've gone with the toppings option this time, one layer. But you can always play along with anything goes birthday.
I very rarely make one layer cards, it's way out of my comfort zone lol!
I wanted to try something other than stamping so I used a sponge dauber to add distress ink with this stencil, then added some white prismacolor pencil to try and give some shading.
Not sure if I'm totally happy with my efforts, but I had fun trying this!
I'm also linking up to the 3rd birthday celebrations at AAA Cards, congratulations!
I'm also linking up to the 3rd birthday celebrations at AAA Cards, congratulations!
Supplies:
Dreamweaver shells stencil; distress inks; prismacolor pencil; stately embossing folder;
sentiment sticker.
Thanks for visiting,
Cathy x
This shells stencil looks great and the colours are beautiful Cathy, and I adore the embossing which frames it so prettily. x
ReplyDeleteThe shell wreath looks awesome and I love you used more natural colors to stencil!!! A beautiful birthday card!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card Cathy, those shells look really wonderful. Will have to keep my eyes open for that stencil, very very pretty, have worked perfectly.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful, Cathy! The shells and the colors look splendid! Love it!
ReplyDeletexx Ashwini
Oh what gorgeous stencilling! A wreath of shells is such a novel idea and your colours are just perfect for a seaside theme. Thanks for joining in with AAA Cards 3rd birthday celebrations.
ReplyDeleteBeautifully elegant stencilling, those delicate colours work so well with the sea shells and a perfect CAS design too. Thanks for playing along in our 3rd birthday challenge at AAA Cards this week
ReplyDeleteI really like this - the softness of the images is so unexpected. The embossing is a classy addition too.
ReplyDeleteGreat blending with the dauber and such a pretty card. I love it! x
ReplyDeleteIt looks fabulous Cathy, the embossing really takes a one layer card to the next level.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card, Cathy. The stencilling is beautiful - I love your colour choice. xx
ReplyDeleteI love the soft look and the soft colors on this card.
ReplyDeleteWell, considering it was out of your comfort zone, Cathy, you've done a marvellous job! Love the soft colours, and the embossed frame.
ReplyDeleteYou should be very happy with your efforts Cathy! Your perseverance paid off! I love it!
ReplyDeleteThose pastel colours are fabulous with these beach side images, Cathy ... the soft style puts me in mind of dreamy tropical islands ... yum! Hugs, Anita :)
ReplyDeleteThis is exceptional!! I love the soft colors you used and your "wreath" design!! Beautifully done. We are so happy to have you with us as a special guest at STB!!
ReplyDeletePatti
Wonderful job of stenciling, Cathy! Love the layout and colors!
ReplyDeleteLove your card Cathy. You did a great job stenciling those images.
ReplyDeleteCheerful and fun b-day card, Cathy! Love the beautiful seashell stenciling. Hideko
ReplyDeleteThis is fantastic. Love the ocean theme. You rocked this one layer card.
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