Hi everyone. Today is the start of a new technique at Group of Seven. Julia introduced us to this fabulous technique that is a twist on the Eclipse (or Camoflague) technique.
I had it in my head that I wanted to use a stencil, even though the technique calls for stamping a large image. :) I made two stenciled card fronts using the lovely Sunflower stencil from Magenta, sponging with Distress Inks (Mustard Seed, Ripe Persimmon, Rusty Hinge, Mowed Lawn). One was used at the base of the card front, the other was die-cut with a Hello Frame die (AliExpress). I cut two more of the Hello Frame dies from white card stock and layered them with the stenciled one on top. The final step was to glue the die-cut stack on top of my card front, lining up the images. I'm so happy with how this turned out!! :)
Please check out the details for the technique and link to video on the blog ...
Here's what I learned when I experimented with this technique ...
- Even though this is called Cover Die Eclipse, you don't have to use a Cover die. You can use regular dies, or a mix of a few different dies to create your pattern.
- You can use a stamp or stencil to create your design. This makes the technique more versatile.
- Patterned paper is also a great alternative to stamping an image.
Sending the sunflower card to Stencil Fun March Challenge.
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For the card above, I used a large stamp (Pinecone Background - Simon Says Stamp), inking the image with shades of green and brown Distress Inks and spritzing with water before stamping. I die-cut my top layer using a frame die (Sizzix - Rachel Bright) that was gifted to me many years ago. The card is finished with a black stamped sentiment (Big Scripty Greetings Holiday - Simon Says Stamp - retired).
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... and one more ...
This time I used patterned paper for this technique. It worked great! I used images from a set of papers from AliExpress. There were two of each design ... one solid and one on vellum. I used the vellum image for the background, layering a couple of die-cut white layers (I used a honeycomb corner die in the bottom right corner). Then added the solid image for the top layer, also cut with the honeycomb corner die in the bottom right corner. The image comes outlined with gold, so I simply added a gold metallic die-cut sentiment (Happy Birthday Friendship Script- Memory Box) to complete the card. :)
Thanks for stopping by!
Card #1:
Stamps: n/a
Paper: White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.)Ink: Distress Inks: Mustard Seed, Ripe Persimmon, Rusty Hinge, Mowed Lawn (Tim Holtz)
Accessories: Sunflower stencil (Magenta), sponge brushes, Hello Frame die (AliExpress), white Posca pen
Card #2:
Stamps: Pinecone Background (Simon Says Stamp); Big Scripty Greetings Holiday (Simon Says Stamp)
Paper: White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.); Mixed Media Paper (Fabriano 108 lb.)Ink: Distress Inks: Shabby Shutters, Peeled Paint, Gathered Twigs (Tim Holtz); Black pigment ink (Obsidian - Altenew)
Accessories: Water mister, Sizzix frame die (Rachel Bright),
Card #3:
Stamps: n/a
Paper: White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.); Patterned Paper from AliExpress; Gold metallic paper (SU!)Ink: n/a
Accessories: Honeycomb corner die (unknown); Happy Birthday Friendship Script die (Memory Box)
These are all so different and such cool examples of this technique, Lolly! Having done it, I know that the photos don't do them justice as far as the cool depth and angles! I forgot I wanted to try one of my corner dies, so I'm bookmarking and pinning that one. Happy Easter! Love, Dolly
ReplyDeleteThese are all gorgeous. What a great technique. Can't wait to give it a go xx
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting technique Loll, you've certainly cracked it with these three examples. :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards using the eclipse technique in different ways Loll! Beautiful stenciled sunflowers on your first card, and I love the beautiful pine cone cover stamp with your pretty framing die cut, and a pretty third sample with the honeycomb just cut out of the side - love the touches of gold on that one! (my first two samples I had posted on the admin disappeared on the blog?) Julia xx
ReplyDeleteOH WOW, your cards are amazing Loll, I am so going to try this one it's so effective... love them all especially the last using he patterned papers... Happy Easter Robyn
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love your stenciled sunflower and the patterned paper turned out beautifully. Your pine cone is so pretty with the touches of colour xx
ReplyDeleteThree gorgeous cards with this technique, Loll - especially love the pine cones & patterned paper ones and the stenciled flowers look amazing too!!
ReplyDeleteWow, Loll these are all incredible! Your stenciled sunflowers are beautiful, the camouflaged frame among the pine looks extra pretty and your patterned paper try was a win! Great job!
ReplyDeleteThese are really pretty, Loll! Love the technique
ReplyDeleteThree very different examples of the Eclipse technique! It works equally well with the stencil, the stamp, and the patterned paper - great idea to try them all. My favourite is the last wone with the patterned paper - it is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteAll Three of your cards turned out beautifully, Lolly :-) TFS all your cards and detailed descriptions, dear friend. I do want to try in the future:-) Love and Big Hugs...Nancy
ReplyDeleteThese are all beautiful, and all so different, thanks for sharing another inspiring technique xxx
ReplyDeleteWOW, WOW, WOW! All three cards are FABULOUS Loll! I've only ever seen the eclipse technique done with word dies before, but love the idea of using a coverplate die instead and will definitely have to try this! Your sunflower card is BEAUTIFUL and I just love how all that yellow POPS against all the white! And your pinecone and greenery card is STUNNING...absolutely BEAUTIFUL my friend! Your last card with the dsp and vellum is just as pretty too! A lovely, lovely combination of cards my friend! Hugs. :0)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards using different products. I had not thought of using pattern paper but your card turned out beautiful. Great technique.
ReplyDeleteWow, all three cards are wonderful, Loll! I love the frame dies and how you used the honeycomb partial die for the last card! I need to try this fun technique! Thanks for the inspiration! Sue N
ReplyDeleteI love your take using a stencil and it came out beautifully. All the of cards did. A fun technique with so many different looks and outcomes. This is the best group to learn new things.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to watch the video and try making one of these cards. You have shown several ways that the technique can be used on different images with different style cover plates, Loll, and they all turned out spectacularly.
ReplyDeleteThree really beautiful creations using this fun technique, and I love the bright stencilled sunflowers, and the pretty 'hello' frame die works really well over the top and more depth with the layers, and then inking up the stamp with the green and brown and with a little spritzing before stamping has given such wonderful depth of colour, and the choice of die with an open shape in the centre works brilliantly..I think this is my favourite, and the greeting to finish has a wonderful font and stands out well in black. The patterned paper on the last is gorgeous with the gold outlines and the honeycomb die down the righthand side, and with more layers for added dimension here too..the gold sentiment finishes it perfectly. x
ReplyDeleteOh this one really is one that I want to try...love the texture and color of it. Love that you have several examples.
ReplyDeleteBright and beautiful sunflowers, Lolly! You got them lined up perfectly! I love the pine branches with their watery look and bold sentiment! The paper is perfect for this technique and this was the prettiest of the package! I love how it looks using this technique!
ReplyDeleteWOW, these are just super, Loll! I like your take on this technique too- a bit different. Great images and gorgeous cards.
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