Hello Stamplings!
Me, again! It's the 28th of the month and time to share our Group of Seven Cardmakers technique, which this month is Masked Stenciling. I'm delighted that my friend Pat from Colourful Card Creations is our Guest Designer! To see Pat's beautiful card and the results of the rest of the Group of Seven, please click over to the Go7 blog.
Here is the design I came up with:
The technique is as simple as it sounds and there are lots of possibilities! You mask a portion of your card panel or an image and then stencil over the mask. I started by first going through my stencils for ideas.
When I came to this NBUS stencil, the "Aha!" phase was done!
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To make my mask, I traced the flamingo through the stencil onto an adhesive sheet and fussy-cut it. Yup, that's right, I fussy-cut those legs and that neck! Of course, after wards, I needed a sip of wodka and a brief lie-down.
Upon rising, I placed the flamingo on my card front and blended ink through the tropical leaves portion of the stencil using CP inks and brushes. I just noticed that my flamingo is shy and somehow managed to duck her head into the leaves!
And because that was easy and fun, I made a second card:
For this card, I used the watering can you saw on my previous post and the Floral Mask stencil from Memory Box. The result you see made me cock my head and had Hammy and the little guy laughing out loud.
So here's a little tip: If you are masking an image, rather than an edge, take a minute to visualize the finished card and how the image and the stencil will work together. For example, will part of the image (say, a watering can handle) disappear into the stencil?! Oops. I saved the card by covering the can with a die-cut, but I wanted to share my learning moment.
Springification!
We have a sunny break in the rain and it's enough to bring a riot of color to the yard!
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Enjoy the rest of your week! No, seriously, enjoy! LITS!*
*Life is too short!
Linking my card to Allsorts Challenge (things that fly), Shopping Our Stash (it's not easy being green), SSS Monday (fur or feathers), Stencil Fun (a/g), and The Paper Funday Challenge.
I can't believe you cut those skinny little legs on your flamingo sis - well I can because I can see it - so I guess what I should say is that I'm quite impressed with your cutting!! she looks perfect hidden in the forest of those large leaves - great mix of color used - I had the same issue you had with your watering can with the stencil I used on my bunny (you'll see on my post) so I used a different stencil! Your garden is so full of beautiful flowers! my Daffs, crocus and hyacinth's are just popping the points of their greenery up out of the ground here - we're still 40-50 during the day and can still be in the 30's at night - depending on the day!! crazy weather.... Julia xx
ReplyDeleteI love the wonderful flamingo set within that forest of different coloured leaves Darnell, and a lovely sentiment to finish. No wonder you needed a drink and a lie down after fussy cutting that shape, especially the very thin legs, but it worked excellently. I had to laugh as I did cock my head too, but when you look very closely you can see the handle of the can running through the leaves..I do love the purple background and the floral stencil is so pretty. The spring flowers in your garden look gorgeous! x
ReplyDeleteForget about those skinny legs - though I bow down to your fussy-cutting skills - I LOve the tropically color and feels you brought to your card today, D! WOWZERS this is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteTipping my hat to your twofer, and your garden, too!
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Good for you fussy-cutting that intricate flamingo! I can see why you needed a wodka and lie-down afterwards. :) Your card is fabulous. The flamingo looks so happy among the tropical leaves. Great card. And I love your watering can card too. :) xx
ReplyDeleteGreat technique and cards, this is new to me.
ReplyDeleteMy its a good job you had the nip after the fussy cutting Darnell! What a fun technique you've come up with.
ReplyDeleteAren't you lucky to have freesia growing in your garden, I've tried many times without luck. Here the snowdrops have finished and the daffodils are starting to show yellow. Spring has sprung, well Friday so snow is in the forecast!! Lambs are due here soon too. :)
Super cards Darnell, it looks like a fun technique to use. I’m not sure I’d have the patience to fussy cut those spindly legs! Thank you for joining in the Allsorts Challenge this week using the Things That Fly option.
ReplyDeleteLiz xx
I am so impressed with your fussy cutting, that flamingo would be legless and headless if it were me cutting :)
ReplyDeleteThose tropical leaves are so beautiful in all the different shades of green and your watering can handle can be any of the scrolls and swirls in the stencil :)
Great job fussy cutting the flamingo with his skinny legs. Love your stenciled background on both cards - just lovely. TFS
ReplyDeleteI dub you the fussy cut queen...wowsers...I am so impressed!! What a great technique! Way to go shopping your stash for our "it's not easy being green" challenge!! So glad you joined the fun and play along with us at Shopping Our Stash.
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Two lovely examples of that technique, Darnell - well done on your fussy cutting!! I think I'd go for the stencils that have some mask pieces included!! And oh your beautiful flowers - 19F here today and we got snow yesterday. No flowers in sight...
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun technique and you nailed it! Two pretty cards, Darnell and pretty garden flowers! Can't wait for spring to arrive here!
ReplyDeleteFantastic masking and stenciling! I love that you used those gorgeous tropical leaves for the flamingo image. Thank you so much for sharing at Allsorts and using the Things that Fly option.
ReplyDeleteI love this technique, and your cards, plus I'm sending a helping hand to get you up off that lie-down after tending to those legs! Wow! I think your technique is a bit different than others I've seen, and I love it
ReplyDeleteThat's such an interesting idea, and you've got me thinking about what I could do with my own stencils. Thanks for the visualization tip. I need tips like that. I tend to jump into things without thinking!
ReplyDeleteGreat masking Darnell, such pretty cards with a lovely fresh summery feel to them, many thanks for sharing with us at Allsorts challenge and following the Things that Fly option.
ReplyDeleteB x
Love how you have used the technique, Darnell, and thanks for sharing the giggle you, Hammy and the Little One had at your expense.. it means that we can learn even more potential from this fabulous technique.
ReplyDeleteWot, wodka and a nap mid-crafting - that's serious stuff you know - did Hammy (or the Mister) approve?
Blessings
Maxine
I am bowing to the fussy cutting...I have no patience for it. Fun technique.
ReplyDeleteLovely cards with this great technique - I also admire you fussy cutting skills!
ReplyDeleteKath x
Looks like a fun technique that you did a wonderful job executing. I actually think it's neat that you got the handle of the watering can to blend in. You can't plan stuff like that. LOL Thanks for sharing these delightful cards. Your flowers are very pretty!! Have a happy day!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a beautiful and fun technique to try and both cards turned out so pretty. I can see the white bird's head in the first card for a fun look. Way to use your supplies to create these 2 great cards. Your flowers look amazing too btw, lucky you!
ReplyDeleteOh my, your fussy cutting skills! I would've needed that sip before cutting, just to settle my nerves. Wonderful card designs Darnell! Thanks for sharing your lovely card with us at The Paper Funday Challenge.
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I applaud your patience in fussy cutting those legs! He looks so at home among the tropics. Beautiful card for this technique.
ReplyDeleteLove your masked cards and lesson given and learned, thank you :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous flowers, so bright and sunny. x
Hi Darnell,
ReplyDeleteoh what a fabulous technique I must try this one.
I love your wonderful cards and the stencillied colours and techniques.
So clever to use the flamingo and the watering can.
I have a few ideas coming to mind to try.
Thank you so much for the inspiration.
Lots of crafty love and hugs from my house to yours. Jenny L.
Well done for fussy cutting that flamingo - kudos to you. The end result looks great and thanks for the tip. i will try to remember it xx
ReplyDeleteThat's a fabby flamingo Darnell and it's perfect for us at Allsorts this week xx
ReplyDeleteNope, cannot believe you cut those skinny legs. I'd need a lie down after, too, with ice on my hand and wrist. Sheesh! But what a cool idea! Pretty stencils and colors. I love all the spring blooms in your garden! I have nothing to speak of quite yet in my garden, but it's nice to see the flowers in the shops.
ReplyDeleteYou did some fancy fussy cutting, my friend! I can't imagine cutting those legs. I would have been hitting the wodka before I finished! She looks right at home in the leaves and possibly tasting them a bit too! The watering can looks right at home in the flowery background! Your flowers are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great technique. Love the effect.
ReplyDeleteYour garden is amazing! so pretty
Hi Darnell!! I cannot believe you fussy cut those legs! I'd be more than a little fussy after that--LOL! That's a really cool technique to use with stencils! Both of your cards are so pretty! Your garden flowers look so beautiful! Many hugs, Carol
ReplyDeleteI love the thicket of monstera leaves on the first card. The flamingo has hidden perfectly in it and I can see him spying on you in your Playhouse. Yes, the head is clearly stuck between the leaves.
ReplyDeleteThe second card is equally fascinating. The white of the masked watering can works beautifully with this amazing lavender color. Thanks for reminding me of this cool technique.
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I did the technique a different way and had a little trouble too. Your fussy cut flamingo is out of this world, Darnell, and I can see why you needed a lie down. ;) I will remember your tips and tricks if I make any more with this technique. I'll be posting my cards later.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great technique! I love how your flamingo card turned out, such pretty colors, and it's not pink! Thank you also for visiting and commenting on my blog, I appreciate your time and sweetness! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteWow Darnell what beautiful cards using this technique the flamingo is a stunning card as is the first one yours so talented and try all kings of crafts and the results are always stunning good on you l just love them both x
ReplyDeleteOnce again you've come up with a technique I've never heard of nor seen. You're fussy cutting is extraordinary--no wonder you needed a rest! Your tips for success are wonderful, too! Such fun cards!
ReplyDeleteLol, Darnell...you gave me a chuckle with your comment about having to have a sip of vodka and a lie down after fussy cutting the flamingo! I am with you...I really do not like fussy cutting. For me, it never turns out well. But I did love your interesting technique and see what you mean about losing part of the design with the stencil, but yours were perfect! Thank you so very much for joining us at The Paper Funday Challenge this month.
ReplyDeleteTwo lovely cards Darnell and a great technique..I don't use my stencils enough.
ReplyDeleteAnne x
Whoa, these two cards are downright gorgeous!! What a fabulous technique and a great way to use those stencils! Your flowers popping up are a beautiful breath of Spring air, I'm jealous, my poor flowers are blooming a couple months early in my very messy winter gardens!!
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Oops, looks like I missed a couple of posts, but am fixing that now. Both cards are lovely xoxo
ReplyDeleteGreat job fussy cutting that flamingo! No wonder you needed a lie-down afterwards! Love the colours and stencilling you did around him - it looks very tropical. That's a good hint you gave us because of the watering can card - I'll have to remember to think about that! And I must say I'm jealous that you already have such beautiful flowers blooming in your garden!!
ReplyDeleteYou cu the flamingo and didn't cut the flamingo? That poor bird would have lost a beak or a wing in my care while I was fussy cutting. Fabulous cards, Darnell, Jo x
ReplyDeleteGreat Card and awesome technique! Thanks for sharing both with us at Shopping Our Stash!
ReplyDeleteHugz,
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