Wednesday 8 February 2012

Seafarers Delight



 Hi blog friends!  I am really excited to show Sam Poole's new stamps.  These fab new stamp designs, great for those masculine cards, will be officially released for sale later this month.  I really enjoyed working with these as they lend themselves to so many techniques.  I used the Eco-Green Paints to create the crackle technique I used on the background.  A layer of black paint first.  Next a layer of watered down PVA  (Eco Glue or Cosmic Shimmer brand work well for this).  While the glue is still tacky, I painted the mushroom coloured Eco paint over the top.  I heated it to speed up the drying time and bring out the crackle effects.  The crackle is a result of the drying time between the glue and the top coat of paint.  Once the piece was thoroughly dry, I stamped the map background stamp randomly over it with frayed burlap distress ink.  I stamped my sentiment in black archival ink in the upper corner.  I made a sailor knot using some natural cotton fibre from my craft stash.  I inked it with tea dye a bit to distress it.  I stamped the clipper ship with black archival on kraft card.  I used a white pencil to highlight the ship, the sails and the water.  I cut out a gray circle frame and embossed it with the metal look mask and then sanded over the top to distress it.  I cut a slightly larger circle frame in black to mat it with and added silver PVA glue accents to the edge.  I wanted it to take on the look of a porthole, giving the card more of a nautical theme.  If you like these new stamps that Sam has done, she will be using them on Feb. 17th on her show on Create & Craft.  I know she has some fun demos planned, don't forget to tune in to see.  All for now, Sue x

146 comments:

Missmizog said...

Hi Sue
What a fantastic male card. I know a few men (sounds bad, but i do mean family) that would be as pleased as punch to receive this. Loking forward to these stamps being released.
Sue

Герцогиня said...

Hi Sue
What a fantastic card! Beautiful!

Maggie said...

Great male card Sue, and great stamps from Sam look forward to their release.

Maggie H

Kazbomps said...

A fantastic card and the crackled background is so effective. I love it. Karen x

Patricia said...

Good Morning Sue,
Yet another fantastic card.
Just love everything about it, that "knot" really does impress.
Look forward to Sam`s show have marked it in the calander.
Patricia

Patricia said...

Good Morning Sue,
Yet another fantastic card.
Just love everything about it, that "knot" really does impress.
Look forward to Sam`s show have marked it in the calander.
Patricia

Pam Swadling said...

Wow Sue what a fantastic card. I love it.

melanie said...

what a great card will be watching Sam on C&C .Melanie

AnneRD said...

Wow - this really is a mans card! Lovely stamp from Sam, looking forward to her demonstrations. Anne x

Carole Z said...

Super card! Have been taking a glimpse of these stamps on Sam's blog...more great designs from Sam and looking forward to them! Love Carole Z xx

nattyboots said...

Wow the man in my life would be pleased with this one Sue.Elaine H x

Elizabeth said...

Morning Sue, I love this very masculine card and think I will have a try at it. Very different and love the knot effect. Looking forward to seeing Sam on C and C later in the month.
Elizabeth

Claire said...

Gorgeous card Sue, that background is fab, one of my favourite technique. The new stamps look great, can't wait to see more of them. Love your nautical knot too
Claire xx

Lynnus said...

Hi Sue,
a stunning card - just beautiful x

Jacqui's little piece of England said...

Well what a fantastic card and so apt for the men in my life

jacqui x

bhavana said...

Great card for males! love it, know a few people that this card could be given tooo!

Anonymous said...

Lovely card for our men
Thanks

She x

Mandy Makes and Mends said...

What a great card for fathers day ...thanks for the idea ...love it x

occasionali said...

Wow a great man card.

Victoria said...

Great stamp and I love the knot. Brilliant touch.

jan said...

hi sue, wow! what a fantastic card, I love the crackle affect, will have to try this, great men'scard.
love jan x

ang said...

really like the card , love the way you did the crackle seen sheena demo this,but when I tried it used very pale colours and it just did not look very good will give it a try with black thanks angxx

Linda said...

Hi Sue, absolutely fabulous mans card, always stuck for ideas for men so will look forward to the show. Linda x

joy said...

Morning Sue
Fantastic card. can't wait for the stamps to be released.
joyce.e

Clare Powell said...

Great men's card. The crackle effect background looks brilliant. Looking forward to watching Sam's show.

Clare x

Von said...

What a sensational card !the background sets the image off to a tee!
Von x♥x

Heather said...

Morning Sue I can't wait for Sam to release her new stamps, I have all her other stamps and use them all the time. this card is such a clever one with some great techniques. I especially love the knot which ties in with the nautical theme and would love a demo on how to do this ;-)
Heather x

jean.phillips1 said...

Morning Sue

what a great card for a man. Love the way you have highlighted the ship and water with the white.

Barbara said...

Beautiful card Sue! The crackle background is fab and the knot is great, really makes the card stand out. Love Sams stamps and cant wait to get them!!!

Unknown said...

I love Sam's new stamp sets. Gorgeous card Sue - love the way the white pencil works on the sails and the water. Brilliant. Very impressed that you know how to tie that knot! Love, Julia xxxx

Anonymous said...

what a great card for men will be looking out for these
hugs
Alison Glover x

Lesley Lendon said...

Great card, Sue/x

Jenny L said...

Hi Sue,
great card. I love Sam's stamp sets. I bought the last lot you showcased. They went to the top of my long lost of must haves. She is very quick with deliveries too. I look forward to her show.
Lots of love. Jenny L

dutchess said...

Wow Sue that is just stunning.....what a fantastic background I shall have to have a look at these stamps! hope you are well take care Margaret

marg said...

Hello Sue
This is a lovely card !
I love the stamped background and the KNOT that's clever..I think this stamp will get a lot of use.
Love Marg

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue, Wow! I love the crackle and stamped map background. When I first saw it I thought it was designer backing paper. I think the map stamp would be very useful for any transport vehicle / travel / vintage style cards & could easily become a 'go to' item. Thanks for the sneaky peak - will tune in on the 17th to see more. With Love & Light Theresa. H

sandra collis said...

Hi sue love e new stamp

Alyx said...

Wow! This is incredible for a blokey! I should think that all men would love this.
xx

Lydia Jordan said...

Hi Sue,
What a great card love the new stamp look forward to seeing the rest.
Lydia
XX

Marie-Louise said...

Fantastic male card.

fluffycat said...

Hi Sue, this has to be one of the best male themed cards I have seen. I think your porthole works really well and the highlights on the ship really make it ping. Love it.
Frances

sue said...

Hi Sue,
This card is fantastic and would suit my husband perfectly, he's mad about ships. Look forward to the stamps. Sue M x

Clarissa said...

Great card. Nice to see a mans card.

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
This card is really great, love the crackle paint background, the knot, the porthole, the stamp, everything is great, a fab card.
The 17th is booked into my diary.
Best Wishes
Happy2craft

Lynne M said...

What a great card for a man. Stunning LOL Lynne M
ps. I can see from the pics that you enjoyed yourself at the CHA.

Carol S. said...

Hi sue, I think this is my fave, stunning card you have made for a while. I love doing the crackle effect myself and these stamps work so well with it. They are amazing and I can't wait to get my hands on them!! Hugs, Carol S.xx

Hanneke said...

Wow! Love that crackle effect and that map stamped on it looks awesome. Hugs, Hanneke

Janet said...

Love it!,

Rita said...

Hello Sue
Hooray! A male themed card! Thank you so much. Loving the way you have highlighted the ship, it's sails & the waves with a white pencil as it really brings it to life.
I'll certainly be doing something very similar in the near future.
Regards! Rita

Unknown said...

Ooo is that ship a stamp??? Cards is fab :)

Unknown said...

Lol should really read first THEN post I'd have answered my own question :D

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue, great looking card, love the vintage look and the knot stunning. All the best Suzie B x

scrapper said...

Fantastic card Sue - so nice to have a great man's card and to see your talents shining even without ribbons and bows!!
Great colouring and I gather Kraft paper is definitely IN!

Ruthie said...

Men always a problem in more ways than one, but this card would suit any of them. I look forward to seeing the whole stamp plate.

gwendraeth said...

great mens card, love the distressed crackled backing and
the knotwork
Gwenda

Uta said...

Wow, what a great men card. The image is so fantastic and I love the seaman knots on the card. Great idea.

Hugs, Uta

Jan Caven said...

Hi Sue
This is a great male card and the stamp looks amazing, will be on the look out for the release. Will solve a lot of problems when it comes to cards for men, well done

lorraine (classylady) said...

Hi Sue great card, lovely stamp but it;s what you do with it that makes it special.

can you let us know when are you back on C & C??

lorraine
xxx

eileen.fj said...

Hi Sue
Love this card. Looking forward to seeing the stamps.
Eileen x

Lorraine H said...

What a brilliant man card - really looking forward to seeing Sam on ?C&C. Lorraine x

Anonymous said...

Great idea for a masculine card. Thanks for sharing your expertise with us

Kate's Cards said...

I really like this card. Fab!!

yorkielass said...

Hello Sue, Great male card, love the crackle background and the knot. You are so talented, thanks for sharing. Have marked the 17th, will be watching Sam's stamps.
Hugs, June x

gwen70 said...

Really like this card, can't wait to see what else she will be bringing on the 17th

Lizzie said...

Another stunner Sue, Sam's stamps are lovely I've mark my calender for the 17th to watch Sam's demos and spend some money lol!
Thank you
Lizzie (Serial copycat)xx

nzillingworth said...

Hi Sue

17th of Feb , its a date chuck. Only just over a week to wait. You have us all excited. Seems ages since we have seen you on C&C.
Well think the stamp will be a Sail (sell)out.LOL Sets such a beautiful scene for a card. I know some sailors that cant tie a knot as good as that. Were u in the guides? lol. Love how you have kept it in theme. This card will sail passed the winning post for me.
Safe trip home.
Born again spellbinder
Nadine xhug
nzillingworth@hotmail.com

Anonymous said...

Another great card and perfect for any male, can't wait for the stamps to arrive.
LOL JanNxx

Anonymous said...

Unusual card for you Sue but very nice for the males in our lives. Look forward to seeing the rest of Sam's collection on C/C on 17th. Thanks, Ann W

Anonymous said...

omg Sue love this card sooo much, its amazing for the men, cant wait to get the stuff to make it, thank you for sharing Helen O xxxx

Fiona said...

Hadn't thought of stamping a map on the crackle eco paints - very effective.

Sandra Riley.... said...

So excited about Sam's new stamps, seen a sneak peak on her Blog! I think they will fint in brilliantly with the red, white and blue colour themes this year too. I love your card, I love that crackle effect, it looks amazing. Nice to have something easily acheivable for men too.
Photos of the show are great Sue, looks like you had an amazing time. I think you will be exhausted when you get home!
Hugs
Sandra xx

Sue J said...

A really lovely card for any man. I love the paint effect you have done. :)

Dawn Louise said...

Fabulous, just brilliant, this background technique is one of my all time favourites to do and have found through trial and error the eco green glue is the best for the job, x that flower dress is amazing, x

Hellma said...

Great card Sue, love the background.

Cazann49 said...

What a superb male card!!!Love the crackle effect...xxx

Cazann49 said...

Please can someone say on here when the stamps are on show on Create and Craft...thanks..xx

Redanne said...

Hi Sue, this is a really fantastic card, love the crackling and also the knot. Looking forward to seeing the stamp set.

Claire said...

That is one of the nicest male cards I've ever seen.

Absoultely amazing!

Claire

Maryann Laursen said...

An amazing card here for men Sue. I love the cracled background and the colors are great too. You´ve done a great job here again hun.

Clai01 said...

This is such a great looking card, love everything about it and looking forward to seeing Sam on create and craft soon with the stamps etc

May said...

I love this card, I always struggle with male cards thank you for sharing Perfect!!! Hugs May x x x x x

Stampersue said...

Hi Sue

I love this card - it is just the thing for a card I have to make for a male birthday I have got coming up. Your ideas just keep coming - long may you blog.

Stampersue
X

lainey said...

This is a fantastic male card Sue, love that knot, just the right finishing touch!! lainey x

SusieB said...

Hi Sue, Love the background and the colours but not too keen on the stamp :-(. Probably because I dont make many male cards but will definitely try the crackle technique. however i can see why so many peop[le like it, its just not for me. Happy Days! SueX

Anonymous said...

This is great! Looks like a ships window with another ship in view.
Love Pearl x

Ita said...

Hi Sue a very different card and would make a great male card.I have a son who is a ships Captain ,so next time he is home he will be making knots for me
Ita

CathyinMN said...

I really love this card! Great masculine feel.

Jan.moogie said...

Another great mans card Sue thanks for the inspiration.x

craftycarol said...

Hi Sue,
Wow what a lovely mans card,I love the background as well as the beautiful stamp.
Carol x

Sandy Palmer said...

Wow, fabulous card Sue!

Angie said...

A stunning card

lindyloo12 said...

Hi Sue A very manly card, which would capture anyones imagination, you really are so clever.

rita2 said...

Hi Sue
I think your card is great. You have used so many techniques. I cannot wait to see the new stamps.
Rita2

Lorraine said...

oh wow this is fab i love the new stamps and gosh wish i could tie knots like that xx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue

Love this card - a very male type card - think it's just great. Geraldine

Cumbrianlass said...

Hi Sue
Great card, and I know a chap who likes ships and the sea, so Sams stamps will be just right.
Janet

mags said...

Great male card Sue. Love all the white accents you have added to the image.
Mags
x

CraftyJo said...

Absolutely gorgeous!

Barbara Daines said...

Great stamp and fantastic background....really must try something like this x Thanks

Dealbaida said...

Sam has designed some of my favourite stamp sets and this sneak preview is very enticing.

Jaw dropping pics from CHA, Sue. Boy how I would like a ticket to that show!

Marion

Jane said...

Very affective for a mans card the stamps look fab

Jane xx

veronica said...

great preview here Sue - love those stamps, and a beautiful card

Vie Carter said...

Great card - you could almost see yourself in a seafaring in

Vie
x

Craftychris said...

Absolutely fabulous! I am looking forward to Sam's shows on c & c, thanks for the heads up! xx

Stacey G.-2 Craf-t-4u said...

A perfect male card! I love that knot! That would be something my father would love! Have to keep that one in mind!

Inkypinkycraft said...

Gorgeous card, love it!!!hugs trace x

Unknown said...

Fabulous Card Sue Well Done !.
I like Sam Pooles designs and this one is just perfect for the men in my family, cannot wait for the release.
I love the crackle effect and the look of old maps, this is so Fab. !
Hugs. Elaine.W

Unknown said...

Fabulous Card Sue Well Done !.
I like Sam Pooles designs and this one is just perfect for the men in my family, cannot wait for the release.
I love the crackle effect and the look of old maps, this is so Fab. !
Hugs. Elaine.W

Sonia said...

Hi Sue, great card - love all the elements especially the knot. Looking forward to seeing the stamps on c+c.
Blessings
Sonia - St Helens

PaulineC said...

Fabulous card, and I am so pleased to find out that we have new stamps coming from Sam.

CaroleH said...

Hi Sue,
Another brilliant card love the stamp looking forward to seeing the rest on Sams show x

Carole H.

CaroleH said...

Hi Sue,
Another brilliant card love the stamp looking forward to seeing the rest on Sams show x

Carole H.

lockedinmycraftroom said...

Hi Sue, fabulous card, looking forward to seeing Sam's stamps.
Chris

Shelley said...

Fantastic card, stamps, everything. I have to have these. x

sheila said...

I am really impressed with this card and really like the techniquie you've used and would like to feel I could produce something like this one day.

sheila said...

I am really impressed with this card and really like the techniquie you've used and would like to feel I could produce something like this one day.

themessycraftroom said...

wOW lOVE IT. A fantastic card love the image and how you have used it. Brilliant. Hugs x ChrisB

Ria said...

Hi Sue
Wow what a stunning male card this is my type of crafting. I can't wait to see Sam's new stamps on C&C
this month I think I will need to start saving my money.
Ria

Crafty Loops said...

Ohhhhh Sam will be showing these amazing stamps on my birthday...Yippee. Its the 11th Anniversary of my 21st.....heehee, not my 32nd birthday, lol. Love your card Sue and tour sea knotted rope is fab. Lee x

SusanneJ said...

love this card great male card thanks Sue hugsss xxxx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue, What a stunning Male card, keep them coming. Yvonne xx

Claveh said...

This is just a really lovely mans card and I think it is just brilliant. I love the colours that you have used.
Thanks Sue.

Craftycat said...
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Craftycat said...

Sue this is gorgeous, we live on the coast so these really appeal! Can't wait now to see what Sam does with them too x

Vee Cassidy said...

Hello, Sue
I would love to touch this card although I would have to be careful in case I got a skelf ( a wee sliver of wood in my finger)!! Vee x

freedom99 said...

Hi sue lovely card nice to see something for the men.
Can you give us a clue as to when you will be back with spellbinders dies? I an saving hard for the new ones . Thanks

Sue Parish said...

Hi Sue, what a super card! Can't wait to get the stamps to try it - thank you for techniques explained, I haven't done that kind of thing yet. That knot is very impressive! I did buy a ball of string for pennies in a hardware shop sale - I knew it would be useful one day - now all I need to find is the bookmark someone gave me with all the different knots on! What fun. Looking forward to Sam's show, Sue x

Rhonda Miller said...

What a terrific card. I love the image.

Linda (Lindyloo) said...

Good morning Sue,
I'm sorry I am late commenting again but I have been out for a cinema treat with my daughter & niece and it was a late finish. Since then I have been trying to catch up with my fave blogs.
My father would have adored this card if he were still alive and, if I had made it for him, it would have sat on the mantle for weeks. He loved ships & timber (being a carpenter/joiner) and was very good at knots. In fact, being a perfectionist, I know he would have pointed out to me that the Granny knot is not used by sailors because it is unsafe as it slips easily and can jam. It is often confused with a Reef knot, which 'is' used by sailors... boy I must stop, I am starting to sound like dad... LOL!! (but that's not a bad thing I can tell you).
Although he would have been correct, I think the Granny knot is a little more decorative which is why it was often used in heraldry (under a different name).
Wow, that made a change from me singing didn't it (confession- I am singing too: Rod Stewarts, I am Sailing).
Anyway Sue, I really love your card, it is what I call a Man's card. You don't even have to like the 'theme' of this card to appreciate its beauty; its beauty lies in the artistry, materials and techniques you have used. This shows the Sue I love, the tutor/mentor/creator. Thank you for the tips.
Essay over ;). Hope you are good.
Hugs Linda x

Olga said...

Such a cute male card! Great job Sue!

sheila stokes said...

A really fabulous male card.x

Vicki Sharkey said...

Hi Sue, what a great male card, alter the stamp and it would suit loads of men. LOVE it.
Vicki :)

Debbie Tinks said...

SUE NICE CARD FOR A MAN

Knerten said...

Love the DP you have used here, along with this great stamp = Fabulous card, Sue !

elkeartsandcrafts said...

Unusual and interesting. Perfect male card.

Elaine J

Christina Griffiths said...

Always difficult to come up with an idea fro male cards but this is just great. Thanks

Becky Dunham said...

LOVE this card Sue! Great techniques I need to learn :) And that image reminds me of our honeymoon where we spent 2 weeks on a sailing ship in the Carribbean - I think I need that stamp! Thanks for sharing this breathtaking card!

Lynn said...

what a great card for a man...really love the background..will have to tune in and watch Sam, i want these stamps!!

Pat said...

Great card for a man Sue. I alwayslove Sam's stamps.
Patx

hazel said...

A fabulous card for a man, I love it.
xxx Hazel.

I have just become a follower.

Sharon Field / Inky A*Muse-ment said...

Wow, fabulous card Sue... I wrote a tutorial on that technique for Splitcoast stampers a while back!

SusanLotus said...

Brilliant creation! :)
Hugs!

violetclouds said...

love the look of sam's new stamps, I dont have long to wait now till I see her show

Unknown said...

Wonderful male card!

miislucky said...

Beautiful!!!

Ryan said...

Hi Sue This is a great male card and the stamp looks amazing, will be on the look out for the release. Will solve a lot of problems when it comes to cards for men, well done