Hello everyone, it is Faith Art Friday at Layers of Color: http://www.layersofcolor.com/blog/
There are many of us who love to combine our passion for paper and for God, here is an excellent opportunity to share with others of the faith!
I have made this card using images, Gothic Crosses and a New Release Flutterescent. I have used the Emboss Resist technique and love the dramatic effect it has had here, especially as this card is also for the His Holy Name Challenge: Forums at Splitcoaststampers
where we study the attributes of God...I am catching up on these studies and this is from a few challenges ago - the attribute is Sanctifies
I love to use symbolism on these cards - it just happens that way each time....on this card red is for the Blood of Jesus that washes us clean - sanctifies us, so freely shed for us, the cross is where our debt was paid in full. I used the music behind the image to remind me that God puts a new song in our hearts - the song of the REDEEMED!!
The cross is embossed in white to symbolise us being washed clean, white as snow! I chose this particular cross from the set Gothinc Crosses as it is more rugged, that was nothng fancy about the crucifiction, the cross was not make of french polished timber that had been buffed so it was smooth - no it would have been rough and full of splinters - no comfort zone there! The smaller raised cross symbolises the many levels of our salvation and sanctifying - it is an ongoing process - a daily walk! The beautiful layered butterfly is symbolic of our new life in Him.
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Fri, Nov 27, 2009 @ 5:22 PM
Linda~ your work on the HHN always touches me. I saw the symbolism straight away in this one. The verse and the butterfly give hope. I love this challenge, and you certainly bring hope!
------------------------------ Pat Smethers "The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden." Isaiah 58:11
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Sat, Nov 28, 2009 @ 6:55 AM
Linda, you have such wonderful messages in your cards. This one is absolutely
the best and carries the most hopeful message ever! Your creativity amazes me. I saw the comment you left on my little sewing machine RAK to Pam. She will never let to use that thing (LOL) so I thought I would just get to your gallery and see what you have been doing lately. It is, of course, awesome. I am away on a Thanksgiving trip but when I get home, I am sure to visit your gallery again and leave you some comments on your beautiful work.
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Sun, Nov 29, 2009 @ 10:27 AM
Wow, Wow, Wow on so many levels Linda. The message, the technique, the feel. It's all there and done in "Lovely Linda Style"!! Super gorgeous and thought provoking Linda. As far as Benzi is concerned, I doubt anyone could thread that teeny, tiny "faux" sewing machine!! LOL!!! TFS your inspirational card!!!
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Registered: November 27, 2004 Location: TN Posts: 32
Sun, Nov 29, 2009 @ 4:06 PM
My, how this technique makes me think of His blood, and the verse brings it full circle to our sanctification. I look forward to the day that I can make some of these pages! I'm saving the examples you and others have posted for inspiration in January.
Linda, What did you use to make the white swirl that is behind and around the cross?
Thanks for sharing!
Amy C
Registered: November 3, 2008 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 12269
Wed, Dec 02, 2009 @ 2:42 PM
Wow, Lynda, you've created another master piece. I love the symbolism you've used and again thanks for sharing your heart. It is so encouraging to me!! blessings, shelia