Sunday, 1 February 2015

February already, and a new Claritystamp Blog Challenge

Hello there!  I hope you enjoyed last month's challenge;  you have certainly produced some stunning artwork.  Well, are you ready for a new challenge and a new theme? 

For my floral project, I decided to make a farewell card for a work colleague who left in mid- January to pursue new interests.  She collects Moorcroft pottery, and I thought this would be a perfect theme to inspire this month's project.  Beautiful isn't it?




I actually live in Stoke-on-Trent, only about 10 minutes away from the factory.


Main Ingredients
 
Black card and paper
Rose Panel stencil
Embossing machine
Versamark ink pad
Mica powders:  Perfect Pearls Forever Green, and Cosmic Shimmer Blue Sky, Lapis Lavender, Lava Red and Raspberry Red
Paintbrushes
Decorative edge punch
 
First I used the stencil to emboss a piece of black card.  This is the side I will be working on to imitate the tube lining which is so typical of Moorcroft pottery.
 
 
I replaced the stencil, and, working in sections, sponged Versamark through.  Then it was simply a case of brushing on the dry mica powders to 'paint' the panel.



 
Once I took the stencil away, this was the result.
 

The finished panel fits onto a large DL card (that is A4 folded in half lengthways).  I cut the first mat from glossy black card and used a punch to create a decorative edge on the two short sides.
 
 
I used the same edge punch on another two pieces of card, and used the Versamark and mica powder to match the main panel.
 
 
The artwork was then simply mounted onto a white card blank.
 
 
I hope you like the finished card.  I look forward to seeing your ideas and artwork again this month.  Till next time.  Xxx
 

 
 
 
 
 
 





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30 comments:

  1. Naomi1 February 2015 at 09:27

    Barbara, a beautiful card. Love this Rose Panel stencil and you have used it beautifully. xxx

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    1. Unknown1 February 2015 at 21:24

      Thanks Naomi. I have had this stencil for a while without ever using it, and was struggling for inspiration, then it all just came together how it does sometimes. Xxx

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  2. Lynne Bishop1 February 2015 at 09:28

    Beautiful, I love the rose stencil. Also Moorcroft pottery , it is wonderful. I intend to treat myself to a piece one of these days. xx

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  3. Mrs P1 February 2015 at 09:42

    Great detailed blog Barbara and a beautiful piece of artwork created at the finale! :-) xxx

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    1. Unknown1 February 2015 at 21:46

      Thanks Carole. I like to do the step by steps, so that everyone can see how easy it is and maybe give it a go themselves. Xxx

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  4. Lisapmac1 February 2015 at 10:14

    Wow beautiful, I have this stencil, I must try this, gorgeous inspiration xx

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    1. Unknown1 February 2015 at 21:49

      Thanks Lisa, you are always so supportive of my work. I'd love to see your take on this project if you give it a try. Xxx

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  5. carols handmade cards1 February 2015 at 11:39

    I love how you have used this stencil and the colours, I have this stencil but have not used it for quite a while. Xx

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    1. Unknown1 February 2015 at 21:57

      Thanks Carol. I did try very hard to take photos that were a true representation of the colours and hopefully show some of the shimmer of the mica powders. Xxx

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  6. Maria Moorhouse 1 February 2015 at 12:08

    That pottery is lovely, and your card is a great homage to it, really beautiful work.xx

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    1. Unknown1 February 2015 at 22:02

      Thanks Maria, your kind words mean a lot to me. As the pottery was really the starting point for the idea for this card, I thought it was nice to share my inspiration. Xxx

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  7. Angela1 February 2015 at 14:47

    Lovely card Barbara, and what a brilliant way of tying in the pottery your friend loves too. x

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  8. Shelagh Metselaar1 February 2015 at 17:46

    A very clever way of using the stencil, reflecting the look of the tube-lining. Immaculate Perfect Pearls painting, too; you must have used a very fine brush in some areas.

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    1. Unknown2 February 2015 at 07:08

      I'm glad you think the card relects the tube lining of the pottery. Don't be deceived, it was very easy to do. Xxx

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  9. Yvonne1 February 2015 at 20:11

    Beautiful piece of work Barnpbara. I was born and brought up in Stoke on Trent, moved away then went back for 10'years living in the village of Stanley Nr. Endon. Long time before paper crafting though, I was doing cross stitch and patchwork during that time xxx

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    1. Unknown2 February 2015 at 22:19

      Small world isn't it Yvonne. My dad was born in Stanley and grew up there. Glad you like my tribute to Moorcroft. Xxx

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  10. Amanda Openshaw1 February 2015 at 21:08

    This is a lovely technique, think I'll have a go at this, the result is beautiful.. Xx

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    1. Unknown2 February 2015 at 22:21

      Thanks Amanda. Do have a go, its very easy to do. Xxx

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  11. crafty1 February 2015 at 21:17

    Love your work so nice xx

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  12. Emma Burns2 February 2015 at 00:41

    Hell Barbara. At last I have managed to get into your blog (I may start a campaign...I hate Blogger) I really love your take on this stencil. Adding to that the Moorecroft look of it, wonderful outcome. I am sure your work colleague loved it to pieces. Wonderful inspiration. Hugs xx

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    1. Emma Burns2 February 2015 at 00:41

      Sorry that is meant to say Hello. xxxxx

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    2. Unknown2 February 2015 at 22:25

      I know what you mean Emma, I am getting so many error messages from Blogger... nightmare! Glad you like how the card turned out. My friend was delighted with it too. Xxx

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  13. Theresa2 February 2015 at 10:55

    fancy that. i used that same stencil this week as i neede an art deco looking piece. love your take on it. it looks enamelled, xx

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    1. Unknown2 February 2015 at 22:29

      Great minds think alike, Theresa? Would be great to see what you have done using the same stencil. I'm sure yours is beautiful too. Xxx

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  14. Lesley2 February 2015 at 11:36

    Great to read where you got your inspiration from. Moorcroft pottery is so vibrant and you have captured that in your card really well. x

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    1. Unknown2 February 2015 at 22:40

      Glad you appreciated reading about the inspiration for this project Lesley. If I have captured the essence of the Moorcroft pottery, I am very happy. Xxx

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  15. rachel14 February 2015 at 21:55

    stunning Barbara - really gorgeous and I love the Moorcroft pottery too xx

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