Friday 9 June 2017

Stencilled one layer shells.


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!


Supplies:
Dreamweaver shells stencil; distress inks; prismacolor pencil; stately embossing folder;
sentiment sticker.

Thanks for visiting,
Cathy x

19 comments:

Pat said...

This shells stencil looks great and the colours are beautiful Cathy, and I adore the embossing which frames it so prettily. x

TaeEun said...

The shell wreath looks awesome and I love you used more natural colors to stencil!!! A beautiful birthday card!

Aileen said...

Beautiful card Cathy, those shells look really wonderful. Will have to keep my eyes open for that stencil, very very pretty, have worked perfectly.

Anonymous said...

Absolutely beautiful, Cathy! The shells and the colors look splendid! Love it!
xx Ashwini

Jane said...

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.

Sazzle Dazzle said...

Beautifully 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

maria f. said...

I really like this - the softness of the images is so unexpected. The embossing is a classy addition too.

Mac Mable said...

Great blending with the dauber and such a pretty card. I love it! x

Cat Craig said...

It looks fabulous Cathy, the embossing really takes a one layer card to the next level.

Liz said...

Gorgeous card, Cathy. The stencilling is beautiful - I love your colour choice. xx

Barbara said...

I love the soft look and the soft colors on this card.

shirley-bee said...

Well, considering it was out of your comfort zone, Cathy, you've done a marvellous job! Love the soft colours, and the embossed frame.

Nancy said...

You should be very happy with your efforts Cathy! Your perseverance paid off! I love it!

Anita in France said...

Those pastel colours are fabulous with these beach side images, Cathy ... the soft style puts me in mind of dreamy tropical islands ... yum! Hugs, Anita :)

Patti said...

This 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!!

Patti

Bonnie said...

Wonderful job of stenciling, Cathy! Love the layout and colors!

JoAnn said...

Love your card Cathy. You did a great job stenciling those images.

Papercraft Boutique said...

Cheerful and fun b-day card, Cathy! Love the beautiful seashell stenciling. Hideko

Glenda J said...

This is fantastic. Love the ocean theme. You rocked this one layer card.