The challenge title is 'Make It Masculine' - so now is the time to make those cards so many of us find difficult and to swell your stash so you always have one on hand.
I also adore this sentiment- it is just perfect for someone who is very special to you don't you think?
I had fun getting inky and was quite pleased with the background although maybe the reflected sun could have been a bit more precise but overall am happy with how it turned out.
The bamboo stamp is another old one (from when I was going through my 'Everything Asian' period.... - go on, I know we all did it)
I made my own mountain mask for this one too!
Please read our rules before you link up - we are a STAMPING challenge so stamping must be the focal point of your creation! We have a brilliant prize this month too - pop over to the blog, check it out and make something masculine!
Wow… this took my breath away! Perfect inking and mirror stamping, love it!
ReplyDeleteWow love this Viv, love the shadow effect. xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful scenic card you've created Viv and love your mountain...the colours are gorgeous..
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You've made a beautiful card using these stamps, great background too. I went through the Asian thing, Egyptian thing ... and so on ad infinitum!!
ReplyDeleteGreat atmospheric card Viv and agree a good image for the guys.
ReplyDeleteB x
Such a gorgeous scene Viv. My son has his Birthday in a few days time and I still need to make his card, seems like this challenge is just at the right time for me.
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Such a beautiful card Viv. I can't believe that you could resist using the beautiful heron stamp, its probably one of my most used stamps. Take care and stay crafty x
ReplyDeleteWow. The colors are amazing and I love the mirror technique you’ve used. A truly outstanding design.
ReplyDeleteIt's a very serene scene Viv. Suitable for either sex I reckon.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Sarnie xxx
Absolutely gorgeous, Viv! I love it! your reflection is perfect. It must be just me, but I love doing Male cards, and probably have equal numbers of male and female ones in my stash
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous scene,great colours.xxx
ReplyDeleteHa ha Viv, I have the same stamp and never used it either! You gave mad a fab card with it, love it
ReplyDeleteJoan x
A beautiful card Viv. It has a very serene look about it. Lovely colours and a fantastic reflection effect. A very nice sentiment too. Marlies
ReplyDeleteThe background definitely has the 'WOW' factor, super sentiment and images.
ReplyDeleteKath x
Tis beautiful. Perfect mirror imaging. I like that sentiment too. Hugs Mrs A.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful, Viv! I love the inking of the background and the reflection of the sun! Such a peaceful scene and a wonderful sentiment!
ReplyDeleteBright/bold and such a great sentiment! What a terrific job of making the mirror images!
ReplyDeleteyep, cards for the guys can be so difficult but you rocked it with this beauty... That is one lovely sentiment Viv!
ReplyDeleteThis is just fabulous, Viv, such gorgeous colours, and yes, the heron definitely deserves an outing! The stunning background makes the perfect setting for it. I have it too but have only used it once. I'm glad I'm not the only one who buys stamps because they are such wonderful images, without a specific use in mind. Sometimes you just have to wait a while for the right occasion to come along!
ReplyDeleteLynne x
What a beautiful oriental scene Viv, I love the depth of colours too.
ReplyDeleteHappy crafting
Tracy x
Pure magic simply beautiful x
ReplyDeleteA frameable work of art, Viv! And I think the sun reflection is just fine. Water is rarely completely flat and still so in real life it's not precise. I think every detail is excellent!! Keep well! Hugs, Darnell
ReplyDeleteBeautiful scene and quote - love it. Emma
ReplyDeleteAmazing masculine card and the colours, the scene and atmosphere are stunning x. This didn't show up in my reader list Viv so I am sorry to be late in commenting x.
ReplyDeleteThis heron is wonderful Viv and love the scene you have made around and in such pretty colours. A fantastic masculine card. x
ReplyDeleteHi Viv - first time entering at Stamping Sensations so I had to pop by and say thanks for the inspiration! Just love your serene water and heron scene!! Amazing how you did the reflections!!
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