Monday, November 15, 2021

CAS Mix Up Reminder -- Stencil Monoprint



It's reminder time at CAS Mix Up for Loll's stencil monoprint challenge.  This technique is the coolest thing!  There's no right or wrong with the outcome.  It's going to look watercolory and artsy pretty much no matter what you do.  There are video links on the challenge blog.  Quick to watch and quick to accomplish!


 


For today's card I used a stencil with a rather intricate pattern in it so I wasn't sure how this would turn out, but I actually like it quite a lot.  I made this as an anniversary card for a friend, but it would work for a wedding or Valentine, too.



The stencil is a Funky Fossil heart which was gifted by a lovely friend.  Hoping to keep it CAS enough I added just a border and a word.  All inks are Distress Oxide on watercolor paper -- Milled Lavender, Abandoned Coral, Seedless Preserves.  For the die cut border and word I pressed them into the ink pads, light to dark, then spritzed with water.  The distress oxide inks give an interesting look.

Come see us at CAS Mix Up for all the amazing team samples.  We'd love to see what you come up with, too.  Have a beautiful day!


Paper:  Fabriano Artistico Extra White 140 lb hot press watercolor, semi-gloss leather texture white  Ink:  Distress Oxide Milled Lavender, Abandoned Coral, Seedless Preserves  Other:  Funky Fossil Heart Stencil, Tutti Stitched Nesting Hearts, Poppystamps Heart Sprinkle Sash, Frantic Stamper Sending Love/hugs

23 comments:

HilaryJane said...

I like it a lot too, just brilliant. I think you have given me an idea for my husbands anniversary card xx

crafty-stamper said...

Fabulous card and love this brilliant technique
Carol x

Bonnie said...

What a beautiful heart, Leslie! I love these colors and the monoprint pattern and the die cut sentiment all inked up in the same colors!

Lynette said...

Oh how pretty, Leslie!! That looks like a very fun technique, for sure.

Pauline said...

Leslie, this is beautiful! I love your colour choices and how this turned out. Great anniversary card too!

Evelyn S. said...

Heart Art! It's lovely, Leslie! I am so in love with diecuts on cards...can't imagine doing without. Your colors are perfect, too.

Christine Alexander said...

you're right monoprints are so artsy and yes no right or wrong print. Love the card you made and I think you friend will also love it.

Loll said...

LOVE your beautiful heart monoprint, Leslie. The colours are gorgeous! xx

Glenda said...

Your friend is going to be so happy to receive this very pretty card in the mailbox! I love the colors you chose to work with and the overall design!

Diane said...

This turned out beautifully! I went over and watched the videos, it does look like fun, maybe I can give it a whirl! I love how you have used the heart, another fabulously designed card!

Yogi said...

Beautiful card. Nice technique. I see our minds are in sinc. I was just thinking of doing something similar the other day for some ATC's I need to make... You've just spurred me along BIG GRIN. Have a great day

Conniecrafter said...

Beautifully done, I love your choice of colors, I agree that the oxides give it a special look you can't get with other inks. That little heart banner with the sentiment is so pretty!

Pam Sparks said...

So beautiful Leslie! You nailed it!

Margaret said...

Gorgeous and so creative. Love the colors you chose to use.

Cat Craig said...

Oh this is some lavender goodness. the stencil is fabulous. Super card Leslie.

aussie aNNie said...

Another absolutely gorgeous designed card. The colours are so pretty......xx

nancy littrell said...

Love your monoprint background for your die cut window heart and your matching watercolored die cut LOVE sentiment, Leslie. I also LOVE this wonderful stenciled watercolored monoprint technique:-) We have so much fun! Love and Hugs and wishing you a wonderful Holiday season...watch for your krumkake cookie fairy this holiday season:-) Love and Hugs...Nancy

My Paper Epiphany said...

What gorgeous colours and a stunning card!

Nanny's Pansy Patch said...

I really like this card, probably because of my favorite colors! I'm sure the recipient will love it! It made me smile!!

Ros Crawford said...

I love it! It's gorgeous and your stenciling worked beautifully!

Susan Joyce said...

Beautiful CAS design and I love the colours you chose.

conil said...

You should really be pleased with your monoprint...it's so clear and detailed. Love the heart shape and the colors. Also, that is the perfect diecut sentiment for an anniversary card.

Linda said...

Sorry for the late visit Leslie.
Your card is just beautiful. Gorgeous colours, and such a pretty stencil monoprint xx