I started off by trimming panels from the Confections Metallic Kraftstock pad to measure 4.1/4" x 5.1/2", embossed using the Texture Fades and sanded over the detail with my trusty Tim Holtz Sanding Grip which I believe is now retired. So if you haven't gone one, use an emery board or folded up sandpaper.
I applied a coat of Distress Collage Medium Vintage to the panels and scribbled Distress Crayons over some areas, rubbing it in with my finger to create shadows around the detail. I removed the crayon from the embossing using a slightly damp cloth and sanded again where I felt it was necessary.
I coloured Distress Watercolor card with Antique Linen, Old Paper and Frayed Burlap Distress Oxide inks using the technique that I'm sure you are all familiar with by now.
I stamped the images from Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous Stamptember 2018 on to the Distress Watercolor card with Ground Espresso Distress Archival ink and die cut using Tim Holtz/Sizzix Stitched Rectangles Thinlits. I re-stamped the images and fussy cut the bird and the flower and leaves.
I distressed the edges of the panels using Tim Holtz Paper Distresser, added to a panel of Classic Kraftstock (also with distressed edges), fixed the stamped panel in place with Tim Holtz/Sizzix Mini Foam Adhesive, added the fussy cut images, also on Mini Foam Adhesive and added Idea-ology Christmas Ephemera.
I added Tim Holtz Eclectic Elements thread bows.
I was now on a mission to get the cards done, dusted and photographed before the daylight disappeared and on hindsight, it wasn't the wisest decision to add stitching around the edges of the Classic Kraftstock panels, because half-way through the sewing machine needle unthreaded itself and this old impatient crafter had torn her hair out, had a massive tantrum and was ready to throw in the towel before, on the hundredth attempt, we were finally good to go again. But, about 10 stitches in, the spool ran out of thread and enough was enough. I've been in this game long enough to know when to admit defeat...time to resort to that tried and tested cheat using Tim Holtz Design Ruler, Craft Pick and a Sakura White Gelly Roll Pen.
You can only truly appreciate how beautiful the Metallic Kraftstock is when you turn the card to the light, the soft vintage shimmer is so gorgeous.
and I'm finishing off with a few close-ups
and telling myself repeatedly that tomorrow is a brand new day
Have fun whatever you are creating
Hugs Kath xxx
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Oh Kath, I am swooning here! These cards are just stunning, I love the look of the embossed metallic card and I always love the way you layer up the ephemera .... two really wonderful vintage looking cards my friend! Hugs, Anne xxx
ReplyDeleteStunning, what else can I say, really love them Kath..xx
ReplyDeleteFabulous Cards Kath...right up my street !!! Love the design xx
ReplyDeleteTFS and best wishes
Annie xx
So beautiful they are Kath enjoy your day x
ReplyDeleteGreat cards my friend. You inspired me to dig out my old embossing folders again...
ReplyDeleteTruly the feel of vintage gloriness! I love all of your makes, but these two just have that "little something" extra that make them outstanding. I am glad you perservered, even with sewing machine woes (and aren't they just the worst)! Thanks for sharing the cards and inspiration; gonna check my old embossing folders, too!
ReplyDeleteThese are fabulous vintage Christmas cards. Love the textures and wonderful embellishments.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Linda xxx
I love everything about these unique vintage cards!
ReplyDeletethese are fabulous Kath! I had to come to read the tutorial to see how you did it!
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