I fell in love with this stamp the moment I saw it. I still have this one and I haven't been able to find another angel that even comes close and I have been looking. If you know of where I can buy one, please email me at the EMAIL ME on the sidebar. I also thought you might enjoy 2 of the techniques I used on this card.
For the image, I used StazOn Black stamped off once on scrap paper and then on Acetate for muted tone. The Angel was painted with a Niji waterbrush filled with Future Floor polish and dipped in True Blue Pearl Ex for the gown and Antique Bronze Pearl Ex for the hair. Sometimes this technique is called Pearl Ex Floored. The way it dried was uneven leaving it with a floating gossamer look. (If you try this technique, practice on a piece of acetate first.) The Wings are Glue and Dazzling Diamonds. The skin is Paint Jewels Peach Quartz. I applied it with the tip of the bottle and help of a toothpick to get it into the corners. The bird is Brilliance Moonlight white.
The background on the white card is the Stampin' Up Stars Jumbo wheel with Opalite Golden Mist. It was also used as the background on the right side of the inside of the card. You can barely see either in the photo. The ribbon is white organdy tied in a knot with Gold cord used for beads knotted on each side of knot. The edge inside and out of the circle is Stickles Diamonds glue glitter. The words are stamped with Gold Encore and embossed with Gold EP.
Image:
- StazOn Black ink pad
- Stampin' Up On Angel Wings
- Acetate 4.25X4.25
- Niji Waterbrushfilled with Future Floor Polish
- True Blue and Antique Bronze Pearl Ex
- Brilliance Moonlight White ink applied with regular paint brush
- Paint Jewels Peach Quartz
- Clear Drying Glue
- Dazzling Diamonds glitter or Deco Art Glamour Dust Crystal (The exact same thing)
Background:
- 1 Folded 5.25X10.5 and 1 5.25X5.25 Neenah Paper Classic Crest Solar White Super Smooth 80 lb. cardstock
- Stars Jumbo Wheel
- Opalite Golden Mist ink pad
- 1" White Organdy ribbon
- Gold cord
- Czech Clear and Blue transparent AB beads from local hobby store
- Stickles Diamonds glitter glue
Words:
- Stampin' Up On Angel Wings set
- Encore Gold ink pad and Gold Embossing Powder
I am so close to finishing a card. Pray for me!!! Thanks for stopping by 'the blog' to look and share.
39 comments:
Wow!!! Shirley, this is stunning! I love the blue angel and the sparkly wings! Breathtaking! :D
Your card is absolutely beautiful. I know that the stamp was a stampin up set and I may know someone willing to sell. I will let you know! It's just gorgeous!
Ах, Ширли! Это невероятно красивая работа!
Wow Shirley, this is such a stunning card! I love how the angel is 'floating' in the circle. She certainly is a lovely image and you've coloured her beautifully!
Oh she is beautiful, superb job.
Oh she is beautiful, superb job.
AAAwww... this is so sweet and wonderful! Love the pearls on the ribbon, a perfect little detail!
hugs,
Jorunn
This is so pretty Shirley! That blue is gorgeous and the wings sparkle like crazy. I love it!
As usual, just stunning! I love the sparkle and it's so nice that you give such a complete "recipe", too.
Beautiful Shirley, love the sparkle of her wings!!
WOW!!!! I need a thesaurus!! Beautiful, gorgeous, fabulous, stunning- I am running out of words to say how beautiful this card is!
As for what *I* think are exquisite angels, have you seen the stamps by Adriana Cirstea at American Art Stamp company?
Here's a link:
http://americanartstamp.net/cart/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=13
I only have one so far- the "walking angel"- but all of them are on my wishlist.
HTH
Wow! Brilliant, Shirley! Love it!!!
Shirley this is so gorgeous...magical! That is a beautiful angel image! Cool techniques to try too! I so appreciate you!
Blessings, Maria
This is the most perfect image for this technique. Oh, my goodness, Shirley--it's gorgeous! I'm glad to see someone gave you a link to the image. It looks familiar but I couldn't place it. Thank you so much for bringing out this beauty to share!
Lovely card and you're right- she is a beautiful angel. This card really conveys peace :). Can't wait to see what you're working on!
Barb
Shirley this is just beautiful. I love how you did the wings.
Oh Shirley this is a stunning card. I am so glad you explained the how to. I might give this one a try.
Heather
Just gorgeous and so special! Beautiful work Shirley.
Vicki
Shirley,
This is one of my favorite stamp sets, and I, too, have not been able to let it go. I'm always looking for new ways to use it, and you've inspired me.
Thanks for sharing your talents,
Niki
Fantastic card, so lovely! Love all the pretty sparkle and shimmer!
wow, this is a beauty Shirley!!
So Elegant, Adorable, and Fantastic all rolled up in one!! Love the softness of your card... Smiles :)
So Elegant, Adorable, and Fantastic all rolled up in one!! Love the softness of your card... Smiles :)
Beautiful card! Love the glitter around the circle, great effect :)
This is just gorgeous Shirley! I love the image and your colouring technique looks divine!
This is gorgeous!!! I too love this set!!! It is a classic! :)
K
This is so so so pretty! I think you are right...its a wonderful image! Just gorgeous! How nice that you took the time to show us this card and also that you are so close to getting another done!
Thank you for the love you left on my blog..holy cow you must have been in there all afternoon...
Thank you for that! Hang in there, you will be back in the cardmaking swing of things shortly!
Beautiful card, love the effect you got with the pearl ex.
What a wonderful image - I love the shimmer on her wings - the lovely bow and stick pin - great techniques on this Shirley!
WOW Shirley!! This is totally gorgeous!! :)
Gorgeous card, Shirley!!!
Beautiful card! I love the soft blues you used, it makes the card so soft and elegant
Oh wow shirley another stunner...and love the elegance and glitter of this card..I have this stamps and must dust it off now.
connie paxman
Such a gorgeous card Shirley!! I just love how that angel is "floating".
Our Daily Bread designs has a lovely angel set that you may like. You can see it here.
hugs,
Jami
Beautiful , love the touches of glitter !
This is gorgeous, Shirley! I love that angel image and all the sparkle!
Beautiful! Love your angel she is so delicate and perfect...as is your colouring and design. Love the way she floats and all the sparkle!
I love your Angels wings. Gorgeous sparkle to them. I like how you did a circle cut out on the card.
Another beautiful card Shirley. I love the angel too.
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