This is a fun technique using stencils to remove colour to add a different effect. I learned that it's best to start with a background that is "freshly made". Watercolour and powdered ink backgrounds that have been done a while, don't tend to release the ink as easily a newly done pieces. Also, this technique works with a variety of papers ... watercolour, mixed media, bristol, etc. (not regular card stock). I find mixed media works the best as ink tends to sit on top so is effected by adding water more than the other papers. Hope that helps for those that are new to this. There are also instructional videos on the challenge blog.
Stamps:
Paper: Mixed Media paper (Strathmore 140 lb. 400 Series); White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.)
Ink: Distress Inks: Picked Raspberry, Ripe Persimmon (Tim Holtz); Smoky Slate (SU!)
Accessories & Tools: sponges, Flower stencil #2 (STAMPlorations), water mister, Floral Stem Collage die (Poppy Stamps)
Challenges:
CAS Stencil March Challenge - Ghosting
I love how you're stenciling has the flower pattern and then you laid the white die cut flower over it Loll! So pretty in the pink and orange behind the white framing! xx
ReplyDeleteSuper card Loll, love the warm, sunny background with the white die cut. :)
ReplyDeleteLovely card, Loll. I love the stencilled background - beautiful colours. xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful stenciled ghosting in true "Loll" colours! I'd like to try it with water and with a baby wipe and see which I like best. You got a great effect with the water. And created a wonderful CAS card with it and the lovely die cut.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Ghosting technique, Loll! Your color palette is so pretty and I love your attached bloom!
ReplyDeleteThanks again for the video tutorial...I found it very helpful with this technique...of course, it's always fun to watch you create, too :)
Okay, I'll try this. The card is so lovely and the background that is ghosted is so pretty. I'm off to watch the video. I love that white die cut flower and it looks great against the pink and orange background.
ReplyDeleteSuper lovely! Love the orange and pink background! And, the white die cut flower sets it off perfectly!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ghosted stencilled background in those gorgeous favourite colours of yours, Loll. The crisp white die cut is a stand out. Great design, too, xx
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the ghosted flowers in the background that resemble the die cut framed flower! It looks like a whole garden of flowers!
ReplyDeleteWow, your ghosted background flowers look great! I love ghosting, but only have done it with white ink. Another technique for me to try. I haven't played with a lot of stencils, so would be good time to go at it. I love the way your card turned out and you know how much I love this flower die cut. Well done as always! Hugs, Brenda
ReplyDeleteBeautiful background Loll, I can feel the sun stream through the flowers :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous sponged color combo for your stencil ghosting, Loll. Love your choice of stencil and your beautiful die image. A Big thank you also for sharing your You Tube Video for this challenge. I used your video and tips for several ghosting cards. You make learning new techniques so much fun my friend. Hugs..Nancy
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Loll! I can’t wait to play along!
ReplyDeleteI love your blended colors, Loll. I can't wait to try this. It will give me more practice with Brushos which I definitely need.
ReplyDeleteWOW ! I'm totally in love with your card ! Your ghosting background is just stunning and this die cut framed flower is so beautiful. Stunning ! Thanks so much for sharing and for inspiring. x
ReplyDeleteWhat a beauty.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Loll!! .... as usual : )
ReplyDeleteWOW Such a pretty card Loll, love your mix of colours and the ghosting pattern and that's a fabulous floral window die - all you girls have me envious of your stencil and die collections - gorgeous card
ReplyDeleteThis is stunning, Loll. I love the colours you used and how the flower stencil matches with the beautiful flower die-cut.
ReplyDeletebeautiful....I appreciate you paper suggestions, I have only use reg cs but need to try a different paper.
ReplyDeletexx Karen
This is just so fresh and beautiful, Loll! Thanks for the tips about paper and newness of the inking!
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty card Loll, gorgeous colours and I love this die, Cathy x
ReplyDeleteThank you for being such a good teacher, Lolly! This is another super easy technique that packs a huge wallop in a finished design. I love your beautiful card!! Hugs, Dolly
ReplyDeleteLoving the colour choice and what a striking technique. Thank you so much Loll for the tips ...I always learn something from you x Stunning card and the crisp white die cut against that beautiful background looks amazing x.
ReplyDeleteI do love your colour combinations Loll, this one is gorgeous. Great results with the ghosting effect too xx
ReplyDeletePink and orange, the best of friends on the colour wheel. Love the clean crispness of this beauty. The BG makes this bloom even prettier. Delightful! xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ghosted background with a pretty color combo, Loll! The white flower pops beautifully and it's really a nice touch that you layered the petals. Thanks so much for sharing your tutorial video and useful tips!
ReplyDeleteHideko xx
Gorgeous card Loll and you managed to get such a clear lift with this technique too! Thanks for the inspiration.
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