Tuesday, February 2, 2016

Make It Monday #238

Valentine Ombre Stamping

Melissa shows us this week how to she does the ombre effect with dies and gelatos.   You can click on the title above to see her example.  

I made this card, and chose to use the Big Hugs die from Papertrey Ink, along with the Sunflower cover plate.  I am in need of these kinds of cards these days.   

I die cut the sunflower and only used part of it.  I placed a piece of polk a dot design paper behind it and place it on White card stock base.  I die cut three of the HUGS and colored with my Zig clean water colors brushes in the three shades of yellow for the ombre effect.  The rest of the sentiment is from the same set.  

 

 

This card is very bold and striking.  After cutting the die out, I almost didn't use it.  Instead, threw it in the scrap box where it landed on top of the designer paper.  That was when I knew I had a card. Love it when a design jumps up and hits you in the face.  

Thanks for dropping in to see my card today.  I do appreciate the comments that you may care to leave. 

Enjoy!

 

14 comments:

  1. Isn't it funny how cards come together unexpectedly. This is such a striking color combo! I may have to borrow this idea soon! Thanks for inspiring me!

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  2. Totally love this card and especially how it came together...gotta love happy accidents like that! Really like the striking color against the black and white flower...stunning!! :0)

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  3. Another of your cards going on my inspiration board. Oh my gosh that sunflower die is fabulous. It looks like lace. You are right that designer paper looks so fabulous behind it. I loved your story too.

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  4. LOVE the pop of colors on your HUGS.....that's exactly how I think your hugs would feel.....colorful! They look amazing up against that big bold beautiful die.....WOW!!! Oh man even your scrap box can craft! ;)

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  5. Oh, I love how you got your design idea! Love the graphic pop of ombre oranges with the black and white! Too striking to ignore;)

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  6. Oh, so very gorgeous! Great card design and love the ombre shades too.

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  7. Going right in my craft room to 'throw' die cuts onto designer paper! Worked perfectly for you, maybe I'll have the same luck! Beautiful in every way, Barbara! Love the boldness, great striking dies, and yes, the ombre is sunny perfection!

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  8. Super cute, I love the polka dots peeking out behind that awesome sunflower. That is one great cover plate!!! You have really nailed this challenge, love the colors with the black and white. Really striking and bold.

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  9. Don't you just love it when happy accidents happen? You've got a winner here, for sure Barbara!! Love the boldness and perfect ombre coloring.

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  10. Too funny how you came up with the design ,what ever works :) This is a beautiful black and white,loving the tiny polka dots. Lover your Serendipity Card!

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  11. Your brightly colored Hugs are a perfect match for the sunflower cover plate!

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  12. Wow, the die cut sunflower is stunning!

    TFS!

    ~~Heidi
    http://mylittlestampingblog.blogspot.com

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  13. Your card is amazing Barbara ! Love the ombre effect so beautiful! You are an amazing and creative person! Hope you are enjoying your time away from the cold! Have a Blessed day! Hugs

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  14. Striking color combo and I love the ombre effect "Hugs." You are always trying something new and inspiring me. Beautiful card!

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