Mixed17 challenge requires using two different mediums. One that creates a smooth surface and one a rough surface.
For a rough surface I started with a scrap of packing material which came embossed with a dotted pattern. To add to the rough appearance I added walnut distress ink and liquid pearls. At the folded edge of the card I also added a line of hot glue and some micro beads. While most might think of hot glue in terms of a nice smooth line my lumpy results are prefect for the rough surface. Particularly after I added microbeads onto the hot glue. You are welcome to stop by my blog to see a close-up of the glue and microbeads.
I must shout out a thank you to Vivian Keh at Contadina K . She frequently uses hot glue in her mixed media projects. I appreciate her inspiration! My next challenge is to work on my hot glue technique so I can also achieve a more organic looking line.
For smooth surfaces I often think of vellum and one of my favorite looks is white embossing on the white vellum. Here I used a Tim Holtz stamp and embossed in white. I embellished with a few butterflies made with scraps of alcohol inked glossy cardstock.
Thanks for looking!
Date: Saturday, May 25, 2013 GMT Views: 1286
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Registered: July 29, 2004 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 41784
Sat, May 25, 2013 @ 6:02 PM
OMGGGG! I don't know where to start! First of all that packing material is AMAZING!!! Then - hot glue?? Seriously? That is GENIUS - I've NEVER used it that way before!! You are going to start a trend! What a lovely, creative card. Thank you for sharing this with us!
Registered: May 31, 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 14509
Sun, May 26, 2013 @ 7:16 AM
Hot glue! Inspired! Your contrasts are wonderful for a truly creative and inspired creation.
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Registered: March 13, 2012 Location: Southern Florida Posts: 5253
Sun, May 26, 2013 @ 10:52 AM
Love this! The contrast between the soft floral panel and that micro beaded side strip is wonderful.
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Registered: June 14, 2009 Location: Keller, Texas Posts: 8597
Sun, May 26, 2013 @ 5:50 PM
Love everything about this card. The embossing on vellum is great, and I never thought of glossy cs for the smooth part. I may have to case this card soon although it may end up looking totally different. Thanks for the inspiration!
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Registered: December 15, 2011 Location: Abilene TX Posts: 11275
Sun, May 26, 2013 @ 9:51 PM
Fabulous card! I'm glad to find another Contadina K. fan, how cool that you used the hot glue technique!
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