Tuesday, February 18, 2020

CAS Stencil Challenge

Hello...

The CAS Stencil challenge this month is to use foil
To be honest I'd decided to give this one a miss - I didn't have a laminator and really didn't want to spray my stencils with the adhesive I have, even though I know some of you have had fabulous results. The thing is I really do like the look of foiling....
Well as it happened, some of my GF's gave me money for my birthday last month so I thought what the heck! I bought an inexpensive laminator (£15) together with Deco paste and using a little heart stencil, I made an anniversary card for friends of ours


Oh my..... It's like when you use embossing powder for the first time... Magic! But more shiny


I cut leaf stems from AI pieces added two vellum banners which I'd stamped and clear embossed, plus a little fussy cut butterfly recycled  from a shop bought birthday card- He blends perfectly
I have to say I'm really happy with the result and my new toy.


Thanks for popping in and have a great day!

~ Ros ~


22 comments:

Pat said...

This is absolutely delightful Ros, and you are right that the gold foil is so shiny and yummy! I love the added AI die cut leaves and the they have a delicate look, together with the vellum, and the upcycled butterfly is just perfect over the foliage. A gorgeous card. x

Darlene said...

WOW! I can't tell you enough how much I LOVE your style! What an absolutely gorgeous design! LOVE IT!

Diane said...

Oh wow, this is fabulous!! Love the pretty shiny hearts and what a great use of that butterfly, the card is gorgeous!! I do have a laminator but haven't used it in a while, maybe need to get it out hmmm! Been gone 10 days and now trying to catch up, it will take me days LOL...have a nice day my friend!!

Marcia Hill said...

WOW!!! Absolutely GORGEOUS card Ros! And such fabulous foiling first time around with your laminator too! I'll be sharing my card on Thursday and my hearts did not come out as perfect as yours (although I do like how my card turned out!), so I'm pretty impressed by how well you did! Love the added ferns, butterfly, and vellum sentiment banners too! Lovely, lovely card my friend!! :0)

Carole said...

This is stunning Ros and worth your purchase...though I am not sure how you have achieved this super look. Must get on U- tube ad maybe think abut a cheap laminator too..never having had one!

Leslie Miller said...

Oh, my! I see lots more foiling in your future! This is amazing, Ros, and not just the foiling. The whole card is really beautiful!

Bonnie said...

You should be happy with this new toy, Ros! What wonderful results! So much better than the spray and your stencil is ready for another use. I may have to look into getting one of these toys!

Barb Ghig said...

I really love how your card turned out, Ros! Your foiled hearts are so pretty and pair perfectly with the leaf stems and darling butterfly! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at CAS Stencil...We always enjoy seeing your creations in the gallery! Barb xx

Christine Alexander said...

Beautiful Ros, the green foliage is the perfect touch for the gold hearts. this is so much fun isn't it :)

I Card Everyone said...

Ros, not only have you managed to make the most beautiful foiled card, you've managed to photograph it perfectly, too!
LOve every. single. gorgeous. element of this little masterpiece! BE STILL my butterfly-loving heart!
=]

Mac Mable said...

Wow what a stunner Ros. Another new toy to become addicted too....Fabulous x. Great use of the stencil and a really magical effect from the foiling. I love how you've grouped all the elements together and what a stunning card x.

Marina said...

My problem is that I use the technique and then don't know what to do with what I've made. What a fabulous design this is and such an inspiration on how to do it.

Maria said...

Oh, my goodness, how gorgeous! Love those shiny gold hearts, so pretty! Such a beautiful card with the greenery and butterfly, too! Looks like you had great fun with your new toy!

nancy littrell said...

Oh My...Stunning foil hearts and die cut leaves and butterfly,Ros. Your sentiments on vellum are so sweet and let your other elements shine:-) I can see plenty of foil elements in your future cards, my friend. So pleased you joined us at CAS Stencil. Hugs..Nancy

Loll said...

Your foiled hearts turned out perfectly Ros - YAY! Thankful you got your laminator (thanks to your generous friend) ... this card is gorgeous and your friends are going to love it. Your collage of elements works together beautifully! Amazing card!! xx

Pauline said...

Ros, your card is gorgeous! Love the foiled hearts and your complete design. So many wonderful elements it all came together beautifully! I know you will be making lots of cards with your laminator and foil. So glad you are enjoying your new 'toy'! Have a great weekend!

Darnell said...

Oh, man, now you're changing MY mind with your really elegant and shiny anniversary design, Ros! It must be even more gorgeous in person!! Hugs, Darnell

Kara Lynne said...

Oh no! Please don't make me want to go down the foiling trail! Oh, but the gorgeous shine you achieved is amazing! Such a beautiful card, Ros!

Robyn Oliver said...

Simply beautiful Ros, that green with the white and gold is perfect.... I too like the foiling look, but don't have the equipment, I think my daughter has a laminator, so I'll have to read up about it.. your card is really inspiring me... have a fabulous weekend, hugs Robyn

Greta said...

I agree with you about the "wow" factor with foil & gotta say you had incredible results! Maybe I need to get Deco paste!

Sue Lelli said...

WOW! Those shiny hearts with the butterfly and fern are LOVELY!

Barbara said...

Mmmh... I do have a laminator - so one more thing to try. I guess I need to have a closer look at it first, though. The outcome here is gorgeous and you are right: the shine is incredible!