Monday 9 May 2022

Wall

We've had some nice dry days recently so the work has continued in the garden and the craft desk has been sat at infrequently.

But I did do a couple of makes and tidying away the usual mess I make (yes I am keeping the new room tidy 😉), I thought I would use the Gesso again before it got consigned back to the cupboard after being inspired by Pinterest.

I have quite a lot of stencils - I have decided I have to start using them more - I buy them, look at them and then they just get filed away!

I have a couple of brick wall stencils but this one is a large one from Clarity.

I started by inking my background in shades of Antique Linen, Victorian Velvet and Seedless Preserve.

Once dry I simply randomly applied the gesso through the stencil.
A bit of random stamping along the bottom and one of my fave sentiments using Memento Sweet Plum
Job done!

Sharing over at TIOT whose challenge this time is Use a Stencil, and over at Colourful Options the challenge is Pretty in Pink.
Hope all is OK in your part of blogland and will get round to catching up with you all soon! x

20 comments:

crafty-stamper said...

Fabulous card love the textured stencilling and great sentiment
Carol x

Christine Alexander said...

Beautiful, love the colour and the random stenciling :)

Mac Mable said...

The random gesso through the stencil for the wall looks fabulous and I love the colours on your wonderful card Viv x.....Great sentiment too x.

Aquarius said...

Glad I'm not the only one who collects stencils and masks and then rarely use them 😀. This is so effective and the words are great.

Stamps and Paper said...

Love your card Viv...the gesso brick background is lovely..looks like the flowers are creeping up the wall..... not doing much at the moment as hubby and I have got Covid 9th day now....wish it would just go away... Hoep you're ok.

Anne

Lee said...

You have inspired me Viv.I don't have any Gesso yet but I do have a brick wall stencil.Love your imagination,and beautiful colours.xx

Carole said...

Oh my! You are going great guns here Viv. Love that card. What a fabulous wall stencil and pretty flowers. Its just so different and fabulous. xx

AlisonC said...

I have the messiest craft corner, there never seems to be time to tidy, it's a good job no-one can see it. I love the colours here and the brick effect with the gentle stamping. x

Sarn said...

Love this classy card. Don’t put the gesso away just yet. Xxx

Sue's Crafty Corner said...

Such a beautiful card Viv, I love it.

Sue xx

HilaryJane said...

What a wonderful soft pink and I love the effect from the stencil and the added texture. Those little bits of grass stamping are just enough. a lovely card xx

Pat said...

I love the colour choices with the Antique Linen, Victorian Velvet and Seedless Preserve some rich and pretty pinks, and the added white gesso through the brick stencil done quite randomly adds to the charm of the piece, also the pretty grasses and super sentiment finish it brilliantly..a gorgeoous card. Glad you have been able to get out in your new garden. Hopefully we can have some sneeky peeks when it is done. x

Meggymay said...

A fantastic design and super sentiment Viv, thank you for linking with us over at Try it on Tuesdays.
Yvonne xx

Diane said...

Beautiful and unique, so very creative! Thank you for joining our challenge at Colorful Options!
Diane CO DT {Nellies Nest}
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TK said...

Beautiful, serene and calming -- wonderful card, Viv

Bonnie said...

Love the colors in this background and the wonderful texture of the gesso, Viv!

Mrs.B said...

A lovely make and the colours are so pretty. I never think of using Gesso for stencilling, so thanks for the inspiration Viv.
Thanks for sharing this at Try it on Tuesday.
Avril xx

Makira said...

AWWWW! Loving your mixed media! It is one of my favorite techniques. I look forward to seeing more of your makes in the future! Cheers, Makira

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Katrina Bufton said...

Beautiful card Viv, love the soft colours.
Hugs,
Katrina x

Joan said...

Love this Viv, great textures. One of my favourite stencils too

Thanks for joining in at Try It On Tuesday Challenge

Joan