In February 2008, with Splicoast Stampers Inspiration challenge #115, I became the second hostess of that challenge. After 5 1/2 years, I have decided that it's time for me to hand over the reigns to a new Hostess. It has truly been one of the best design experiences of my life ... it has pushed me to try so many new things, and made me a better artist ... and for that, I am eternally grateful to SCS. I am also grateful for the many amazing friend I've made along the way.
My card for this week's Inspiration Challenge was inspired by the amazing Aquarius-Sapphire PRIMA Wallpaper from Eskayel ... just looking at it made me want to get inky, which is my favorite type of inspiration.
I started by coloring with gelatos down one side of a piece of thick watercolor paper. I sprayed with water and used a paintbrush to spread the color across the card. Next I sprayed with water again and tipped the paper so the color ran in streams down the card. This is a perfect technique for this week's Mix-Ability Challenge ... Drip Drip Drip.
I layered on several other colors of gelatos repeating the process with my paintbrush and even some baby wipes to blend, until I got an effect I was happy with (it took several tries, but I had lot of fun just playing).
Once it dried, I stamped my River City Rubber Works sentiment in India Ink and clear embossed. I finished with a black frame & a few black metal embellishments on the corners.
I hope you find Inspiration.
WONDERFULLY inspired inking! Great work w/the Gelatos and what a grand sentiment. The IC has been my fav challenge for yrs and I will miss "seeing" you there each week. I will, of course, continue to follow you on your blog. :)
Posted by: Gabby | August 31, 2013 at 02:08 AM
I know that SCS will miss you and the inspiration you give to all. I'm so glad I've found your blog and can see your amazing cards! This one... blown away by the inking and nearly brought to tears by your touching sentiment. Truly wonderful card.
Posted by: Bev | August 31, 2013 at 08:50 AM