The unveiling of the new Pals Paper Arts blog is today, and I hope that you love our chic, new look! The challenges have a twist to them and we have added four new ever-so-talented members to our Design Team. You can read all about it here. But first, lets talk about today’s inspiration card. This week the challenge is an inspiration challenge, using this lovely Oscar de la Renta photo:
There was so much happening in this photo, I didn’t even know where to start. After staring at this photo in wonder, and wondering how anyone could ever wear heels this high, I opted to draw my inspiration from the colors of the wall and the atomizer between the heels. I hope you will not only enjoy today’s card, but also today’s spotlight on technique…faux silk!- When faced with an inspiration photo, remember all of your options: colors, shapes, textures, objects, or even ambiance! Because these colors were right up my alley, I opted to create in terms of color and texture! But I could not overlook the smidge of lace near the candle…and those shoes!
- Vintage Trinkets! The old scissors pictured made me think of sewing. What better excuse could there be to add snippets of Victoria lace trim, miniature buttons and those adorable vintage looking safety pins. And what a delightful way to add a pair of high heels, stamped using the Things I Love set, into the mix.
- Cajun Craze and More Mustard! The “Floral Image” from Day of Gratitude was inked with Cajun Craze and stamped onto More Mustard card stock, to emulate the colors of the atomizer. The Friends Are Flowers stamp, from Friends Never Fade was inked with Cajun Craze and stamped onto Very Vanilla. Then just the flower from the center was snipped out. This was stamped a second time onto More Mustard, and just the center of the flower was snipped out and adhered to the first flower. The flower was then sponged with More Mustard ink, and its edges were distressed with a little Soft Suede. The flower was then popped onto a Stampin’ Dimensional and adhered to the Day of Gratitude image. Basic Pearls complete the look!
- Waffle Paper! A piece of Early Espresso card stock was coated with Tombow Adhesive, and covered with Brown Waffle Paper. The look is instant texture which mimics the trunk!
- Fabulous Faux! While searching for inspiration, my eyes were continually drawn to the background wall. What a perfect place to use the Faux Silk technique! For those of you who are new to this technique, it is so quick and easy. Here is a pictorial of how I created the faux silk background:
Spread a thin layer of Tombow onto the card stock.
Smooth using a sponge brush. No sponge brush? That’s alright! You can use a piece of scrap card stock, or even your fingers!
Crumple up your piece of tissue and then smooth it out.
Place the tissue on top of the card stock, smooth and adhere.
Ready for distressing!
A Sponge Dauber and Early Espresso ink defines the edges and accentuates the wrinkles! How much easier can it be!
Looking for more unique techniques? Splitcoaststampers has oodles! Remember, if you have any questions about today’s card, or the techniques that I use, I will gladly answer them! So, how did I do today? My favorite part of today’s card were the little high heels I attached with the vintage safety pin. How about you? I will be anxious to see what you create, and to read what you think about the new PPA! Until next time…
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Ann, your faux silk looks amazing. So does the entire card. LOVE those shoes as accent.
Thanks so much for the Splitcoast shoutout!
Hugs and smiles
Ann, what a great card and those darling itsy-bitsy shoes, I love ’em! Thanks for the great tutorial going to try it today.
Ann,thank you sooo much for becoming a follower. I am honored! I just signed up to follow you, but I actually visit you each day and look forward to your creative style! Thanks for blessing my day with your kind words! And by the way, this faux silk is amazing!
I love this card! It is absolutely beautiful. The little high heals are perfect.
WOW,interpretation of the photo Ann! Love all the little details–the pearls, the faux silk, the shoes, the lace and those sweet little pins! You’ve really captured the essence of the photo–beautiful work!
Too cute I too liked the high heals Thanks for the tutorial I’m going to have to try it out.
Very nice. I’m liking that stamp set more and more.
What can I say that hasn’t already been mentioned?
Beautiful card, colors & creativity.
Gorgeous in every way, Ann!
I had to giggle – my eyes went directly to the little shoes – I thought – are those really little shoes? How cute and then I settled back and gazed at the whole card! So gorgeous. Love the explanation of the background. The lace was just perfect. Thanks for sharing it with us!
Chris R. from Iowa
I love the faux silk technique. It makes your card really look vintage. I love your color combo tgether as well as the lovely lace trim, pearls and that darling little shoe charm. As always your card is gorgous! Have a wonderful day Ann.
Mary
That was a great tutorial. Thanks for doing that. Your card is wonderful. I too love the little shoes hanging.
Thanks for the tutorial. Now that I see how easy this technique is, I am going to try it today. Love the card, and keep the tutorials coming. I see so many of your cards, and I wonder how you do something. This is great. just had to leave a comment today to tell you this. Cindy in NY
As usual, you’re card is gorgeous. Thanks for the faux silk tutorial. I will have to try that soon.
Gorgeous card, Ann. The technique is awesome. You always have such a wonderful balance!
Mike
I love the elements that you pulled from the inspiration and your tutorial! I never thought about that shoe stamp! Very lovely, Ann.
Your card is beautiful! I love the faux silk technique. Thanks for sharing the tutorial. I can hardly wait to try it! And the new PPA is fabulous! ~Bonnie~
Wow – you nailed this challenge. I am a HUGE fan of the vintage look and you’ve captured it well.
Nice work!
Wow, stunning card! Looks like a fun technique, thanks so much for the tutorial.
Stunning! Stunning! Stunning! And your pictorial is excellent. Thanks so much for sharing it.
Great card, great tutorial, great snipping of the shoes! I agree with Linda on the autumn colors. My favorites!
DIVINE design Ann! Dangling shoes are such a great accent!
Beautiful card, Ann. I think you did an amazing job with the sketch. You are so right – find one or two things to focus on for your inspiration. Love the little shoes! great tutorial, too
Now, I’m off ot check the new ppa site
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jaydee
vintage and super fabbie! going to try this!!!
This is stunning Ann..so elegant and shabby chic! Thanks for the fabulous tutorial too. {SMILES}
Love the card and colors. Hate to admit that fall is right around the corner, but it IS my favorite season. The dangling shoe is also my favorite part.Thanks so much for the tutorial. Will give that a try.
fabulous pictorial . . . and those shoes? That’s the cutest touch ever! Hugs, Mary
This is so pretty! Thanks for the tut! I’m going to have to try that! Lovely card! TYFS!
~Chanda
Elegant and beautiful. I love your inspiration card. Love those colors… and the pic tutorial. Can’t wait to try it. Hugs,
Yep I adore those shoes as well! This is beautiful! You are fabulous with autumn colors – and the season is just beginning 🙂
Truly awesome! I love so many things about it that I don’t even know where to start. The little heel is my favorite touch! I also love how you used the waffle paper, buttons, pearls…I could go on and on. Thanks for all the inspiration! I will have to the faux silk technique a try!
Love this technique. Lovely card as always. Thanks for the tutorial.
Amazingly beautiful as always! I have never tried this technique, but I love the result.
I love the vintage feel of your card. I have never seen this technique before, it is just beautiful. And of course the little dangling shoes are just to cute. It is also nice to see a man on board Paper Pals…
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Darlene-Joy
Awesome card. Love the dangling shoes. Thanks for the tutorial.