Monday, 14 January 2013

Mask It

Hello Everyone...............a huge welcome to followers old and new x

Today I am sharing another 8 by 8 easel card using the masking technique.  I really enjoy this technique and I used  a combination of Tim Holtz Visual Artistry  Collection and  his Components Collection Stamps.

There are various ways of doing the masking technique........i.e you can restamp the image on paper, cut it out and place over the main stamped image.............there is also a masking fluid that you can apply over the stamped image and then remove, or as I have done on this one...cover the stamped images with torn paper. 



Once images were stamped  in Archival Ink ( Sepia) I inked them with various shades of Distress Inks......................my favourite Vintage Photo and Blue China.


I added a few embellishments  placing glossy accents inside the framed piece.



Thank You so much for taking the time to drop in and maybe even leave a comment.....it means so much as I know you are all very busy.

Take Care x


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20 comments:

  1. Lovely, lovely card Annie... beautiful colours, and your layered stamping is gorgeous - lots of my favourites there!
    Alison x

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  2. The masking looks amazing Annie...gorgeous card!
    Alison x

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  3. Some fantastic masking/stamping here Annie and a lovely subtle colour scheme. Think that glossy framed area is beautiful. Hugs, Jenny x
    ps. thanks for the reminder of easel cards - as you can see I'm using it a lot at the mo!!!

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  4. Beautifully masked card Anne, I love the distressing, and the colours compliment each other perfectly. Hugs Mum xxxx

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  5. Annie, this is wonderfully done! Your masking technique turned out terrific. I really love that sentiment. My son has an art assignment due that involves a shadow box creation and some of your ideas here I am going to share with him as I think he will really appreciate the visual and get the wheels turning. Love how your easel card turned out and I can't wait to see what else is cooking on your crafty table!!
    hugs,
    Lisa x

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  6. You have masking done to a fine art Annie. Beautiful and gorgeous warm card. Nicola x

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  7. Hi Annie, Your card is gorgeous, so much to see and so many beautiful stamps. I also love the colours you used to distress it. It reminds me of a beautiful collage. I have tried that masking fluid but not had much success, your idea is much better. Hugs, Anne x

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  8. Anonymous1/15/2013

    Hi Annie
    Not only remarkable stamping but also your masking is incredible and that touch of glossy accents in the frame is a creative addition.
    Inky gorgeousness.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  9. Gorgeous stamping, Annie! Love the masking and your additions of metal.

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  10. Great use of techniques here! Love the layered stamping and the neutral colors.

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  11. This is awesome! Love it! :)

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  12. Great, creative project. I love it. I hope you dont mind if I use your idea for my own inspiration. Thanks.

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  13. I just LOVE this Annie ... so very much to my taste but way beyond my capabilities! I shall be back to peep at it again and see if I might, one day, pluck up the courage to have a go at something similar myself. Debbie xXx

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  14. This is one gorgeous piece, Annie! I really like the way you've stamped it! I've never tried that technique before, and it's now on my to-try-list for sure! Hugs, Sandra

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  15. Great card annie with so many details and every on very beautiful.
    Greetings Janny

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  16. What a gorgeous collage of stamps Annie...great looks!

    greetings, Alie :-)

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  17. Just a beautiful card, great stamping.

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  18. You are quite the masker! Love love love the many images here...gorgeous collage and fantastic colors! LOVE!

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  19. Hello Annie,
    Just been reading a bit on your blog. This really is a work of art.
    I wish i had enough of the stamps to create this..
    What part of Scotland are you from?
    Need to read more of your blog, Just loving it so much.
    Regards'
    Nelle xx

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  20. WOW fantastic Annie.

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