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Monday, July 3, 2017

MIM # 290 Combining Stenciling and Masking

I just had to get in one last card before I am gone for 16 days...family time...
I loved this MIM from Betsy, so quickly did this card (a couple of times...mess ups)  And wouldn't you know my re-positional tape ran out!
I used Fresh Bouquet and the sentiment from Beautiful Berries.
Ok, DH is wondering where I am...it is 11 PM and we have an early flight out...so off I go.
Thanks for stopping by...I will be missing for a couple of weeks!
Oh, and I made the background stencil myself by tearing the paper...I cut the paper to the card size, then marked iwth a pencil at the 3/4 inch line, using my fiskars paper cutter, I made two diagonal lines in opposite corners, then I simply tore the paper.  I did love the look of Betsy's new stencil that comes in the latest Make It Market Kit but I had to improvise!

Heart Hugs, friends!



13 comments:

Brenda in IN said...

Great card with lovely coloring and masking. I love that you made your own stencil for the cool background. Have a wonderful time and we'll see you when you get back.

Marcia Hill said...

Beautiful card Colleen! Love your background color and great stamp set to use...I'm using the same one too! Hope you have wonderful away and family time!! :0)

A Cup of Cold Water said...

Colleen, your card is beautiful. I love the contrast with the yellow...I thought about using Fresh Bouquet, too!

Sandy S. said...

Gorgeous card, and I love your torn stencil.

Maria said...

Awesome techniques you used for your lovely card, Colleen!! Very pretty flowers!! Enjoy your time away!!

Kim Heggins said...

So, so beautiful! Colleen, love your gorgeous card and those flowers are so perfect! Happy 4th of July!

Kari D said...

What a great idea! I love that you improvised your 'stencil' look. Such a gorgeous card. Your colors are so very rich.

victoria h said...

Love the colours and was surprised that you made the stencil by tearing paper. Such a clever idea and beautiful card. Enjoy your break.

Michelle said...

Colleen, what a beautiful card! I love all the bright colours!

Loll said...

Great job with making your own background stencil. Love the torn edge look. Such bright and cheerful colours for your card, Colleen. And a fantastic technique that I must try. Have a wonderful vacation, my friend. xx

Birgit said...

Beautiful Colleen! Have fun on your trip!!

Carmela said...

Love your choice of florals and colors. The card turned out beautifully!!

Jennifer T. said...

It's beautiful, Colleen. Love your background color choice.