It is Stencil month at CAS Mix Up and our host Nancy chose one of my favourite techniques - Stencil Heat Embossing.
I used two stencils for this card.
First I used Versamark ink through the trailing ivy stencil and a tub of Lilac embossing powder. Was a little concerned about this powder as it is literally YEARS old and never used! But it actually worked fine and it gave a really nice gloss finish.
The background stencil is from Lavinia called 'Crackle' but it reminds me of a stone wall and I thought it would be a good backdrop for the ivy.
Lightly inked it with some make up brushes (which I find don't give as deep a coverage and I like it!) in Wilted Violet which was a good match.
Stamped the sentiment in Smokey Gray.
Arlene (Sundaystamper Papercrafts) is our Guest Designer this month and you can check out her lovely make along with all the others from my talented DT buddies over at the CAS Mix Up blog.
Look forward to seeing your makes in our gallery too! x
I’ve just seen this challenge so it’s got me thinking now. Your card is beautiful and I love how you’ve used another stencil in the background. The colours that you’ve used are lovely too x
ReplyDeleteEX-quisite. The layering of your stencilling maked this card have so much substance even though it's just one layer. The embossing adds just the perfect amound of texture for a sympathy card.
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty colours and a lovely design.
ReplyDeleteKath x
A lovely card for a sad occasion xxx
ReplyDeleteGreat job of embossing through this delicate stencil, Viv! The soft color of the stenciled background is perfect for showing off the ivy!
ReplyDeletebeautiful Viv, love your trailing Ivy and the delicate stenciling behind :)
ReplyDeleteYour softly stenciled stone wall background was perfect for your beautiful glossy trailing heat embossed ivy, Viv. I would not have thought to use lilac for your ivy..so soft and thoughtful for a sympathy card. TFS my friend. Love and Hugs...Nancy
ReplyDeleteLOve the kikac ivy and the stencilled background is perfect-never tried this technique
ReplyDeleteCarol x
Clever use of the two stencils. I'm always surprised when really old embossing powders seem to work OK, somehow I had an idea they would deteriorate but it seems not.
ReplyDeleteYour card looks very plastic, I like it very much.
ReplyDeletePerfect card for such an occasion Viv...love how you've used your stencils
ReplyDeleteAnne
Love this Viv, the colour is gorgeous and the ivy looks wonderful with that shine. Your background works really well too xx
ReplyDeleteViv, that background is totally a stone wall - I see it just as you do! and agree it is a wonderful place to see a trailing vine. Lovely in lavender!
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Lively card Viv, love the colours you have used and the soft background stencilling
ReplyDeleteJoan x
That's an interesting background stencil, Viv. I probably wouldn't call it "crackle", either, but I love it! Your trailing ivy is perfect in combination with the background, and I love that you did it all in lavender. So soft and pretty. I hope you don't have to use your card soon, but it's good that you have it ready.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card made with two lovely stencils , and the colour is so lovely..going to check out the blog you mentioned
ReplyDeleteBabs x
This embossed trailing ivy looks so pretty over the Lavinia stencil and love the soft stencilling and love how glossy the ivy leaves look. Two beautiful stencils and a lovely design Viv. x
ReplyDeleteDouble stencils! I love it!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous mix of two stencils, Viv! The background is soft and delicate and the heat embossed ivy really stands out over top. LOVE the shades of purple! xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely combination and I'm loving the soft colours... Beautiful card Viv
ReplyDeleteVery effective and beautiful result. For anyone who has lost someone this will be a sensitive show of sympathy x
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty card, perfect for a sad occasion and I love how you've done the beautiful double stencilling Viv x.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, and sure to bring a smile during such a tough time. I LOVE the embossing through the stencil, something I'm not sure I've ever seen before - or at least recognized! Love the colors you've chosen
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful card Viv.
ReplyDeleteSue xx
Two beautiful stencils used on this lovely sympathy card!
ReplyDeleteOh what a delicate and beautiful sympathy card, Viv! I love it! The color (Lilac) is my favorite. The stone wall like background is perfect for the trailing ivy. The gray ink for the sentiment is just the right touch.
ReplyDeleteHideko xx
This is so pretty and a perfect condolence card. Lovely soft colour blending to create the stone wall.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful mix of purples. And the crackle stencil works perfectly to make a stonewall. A beautiful and appropriate sympathy card design.
ReplyDeleteLove your colours Viv, so soft and pretty and the combination of the two stencils.
ReplyDeleteLOVE this, Viv! Such a beautiful colour and design. lovely!
ReplyDeleteYour card is beautiful. Such pretty shades, and I love the layered stenciling.xx
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