Good Sunday morning all! Here's one for the grunge lovers among us. I know it won't be to everyone's liking, but it was great fun to make! I started with a piece of slate grey card. I used the
Basketweave mask over it and applied our
Rust Patina kit through the mask to give the background a steampunked look. Next I stamped the
Eliza STDF called Steampunk Butterfly and cut it out with the matching die. I used
Distress markers to colour it in. I stamped just the butterfly again and cut it out by hand and added it to the original stamped image. I stamped the sentiment in black above it. I cut the dragonfly from the
Industrial Chic Butterfly and Dragonfly set and inked it with some walnut stain distress oxide. I used the
Rust kit and applied them to some MDF cogs and wheels to distress them. I glued them to the card in clusters. The card was completed with white and slate grey card. The finished dimensions are 6 1/2" x 9" in size. All for now, Sue x
Hi Sue
ReplyDeleteIt may be grungey and different to your usual style but it’s fab!
Love that rusty look.
Been away for a while due to being poorly and then a week in the Isle of Wight. Been checking out all the posts I have missed due to being absent from the blog. Obviously the cards are all winners but so was I in the die release draw. Congratulations to all the other winners. I feel incredibly lucky, as I am sure everyone else who struck gold does! Thank you Sue x
Happy Sunday everyone
Crafty hugs
PP
Yvonne x
Good Morning Sue. I know the grunge isn't for every one... and I am only just getting there with it .... but this is lovely. I have some of the industrial steam punk dies you released a year or so ago and they are my go to one's for the men. I think I may be on the spend again after seeing you beautiful sample today. Thankyou Sue.
ReplyDeleteYvonne hope you are feeling better... and enjoyed your holiday.
Sending hugs and best wishes to everyone. Kind regards Ann Toppcards Leeds
Morning Sue.
ReplyDeleteWow this is a great card thank you.
Take care and have fun Kitty.
Different but I am just getting into mixed media and it's great to have a change
ReplyDeleteMorning Sue. Have a lovely Sunday whatever your plans are. Thanks for the daily inspiration you give us, we can't love them all I suppose 😕
ReplyDeleteSending hugs xxx
Morning Sue, great grunge card for those who love something different. It is fun to do something outside your comfort zone at times. Love Jean xxx
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Sue and all
ReplyDeleteSuch a different style of card this morning and first look you would never guess it ones of your cards. I have the Rust Patina kit and would of never thought to use it through a stencil. Thank you for sharing.
Crafty hugs to all , Wendy
Hi Sue, different but still a lovely card. It is good to broaden your horizons.
ReplyDeleteBarbara V
Hello Sue,
ReplyDeleteA different look for you but it is lovely in that distress, grunge way. I made it my mission to use everyone one of your STDF from the prior release in a card and I have been successful except for this stamp. No matter how I stamp it or what I use - ink, embossing powder, the image does not show clearly as it does in your card. After numerous attempts I put it aside but maybe I will try one more time after seeing your posting today.
Have a great Sunday.
Beverly
Hello Sue, love the butterfly and dragonfly too. They look great with your grungy background. Xx
ReplyDeleteGood morning Sue
ReplyDeleteA quick comment before leaving for work. This style of card never seems to go out of fashion, I tend to keep my ‘grunge’ for projects rather than cards but I love the one you’ve done today. It was you and Sam that got me into grunge I miss seeing her demos, give her my love when you see her.
Hugs x
Heather T
I like it a lot ! x
ReplyDeleteHello Sue,
ReplyDeleteYour card is lovely if you are into grunge and mixed media. I am not a fan myself but do admire the work
Marion S x
Wonderful card Sue xx Hazel
ReplyDeleteGreat card today-very different.
ReplyDeleteMichele
Good morning Sue.
ReplyDeleteThank you for waking me to the fact that not all cards should be pretty,pretty. I must admit that I'm not a lover of grunge but this one is interesting. thank you Sue.
Marie P.
Morning Sue and all the Wilsonettes
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card even though im not a grungy person I really like this one
Sending love and healing hugs to all that need them xx
Have a good day all
Love
Sharon MK
xxx
Hi Sue, Nice card different. love Jean Z xxx
ReplyDeleteLove the card sue very different but very interesting thank you sue
ReplyDeleteLove June Horrocks xxxxxx
Lovely rusty looking card. No not your usual style but it is lovely to see something different. And you do rusty so stylishly!
ReplyDeleteHi Sue
ReplyDeleteGreat texture and detail but not a style for me.
B xx
Morning Sue,
ReplyDeleteNot into grunge just not my choice of style, but you have made a card with lots of detail.
Lydia
X
Love those rusty cogs ,I like a grunge card x
ReplyDeleteMorning Sue and all Wilsonettes, I am sure all the crafters who like funky stuff will enjoy this, amazing selection of samples, xx
ReplyDeleteStay safe, healthy and happy, hugs, June Smith xxx
Great card! Love the colours😍😍
ReplyDeleteFirst glance.....oh! Second look.... ummmmmmm. Third look.... I rather like this!
ReplyDeleteTeresa
It’s good to see this sort of thing, you can take ideas from it for men’s cards. I personally like it, but I know it’s not to everyone’s taste.
ReplyDeleteAnnette x
I love a bit of grunge makes a nice change from pastel. Also loving more inky type cards xxx
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ReplyDeleteI like this, it's not my style, but it
gives some good ideas,
Doreen x
Hello Sue
ReplyDeleteIt is good to see you make cards that are different as it gives us all new ideas.
Lots of detail in this card and I like it. It is full of detail and it is interesting and I can see it made up with a different colour scheme.
Enjoy your Sunday!
Lesley S x
Hi Sue,
ReplyDeleteI think it's fabulous, and if I'd seen your post yesterday, I would have "borrowed" some aspects of this. I'm making a card for my nephew and got a shock when I worked out how old he was - 28!! - so definitely no more a young teen!
My card will be featuring the celtic dies, and let's see what I manage to do...........
Hugs, Rose
Hello Sue, I think this card is absolutely brilliant, love everything about it. Different designs and colours are always inspiring different creative thoughts. Have a good day everyone. Bx
ReplyDeleteMorning Sue, Ive become a keen fan of 'your grungy style' as the male members in my family/friendship group delight in receiving one.
ReplyDeleteWe all get stuck in a rut at times, and you always manage to give us a push toget us out. Thank you. Great card, by the way. Yippee, no power cuts as yet.
Have a great day, everyone. Hugs xx Pauline in S.A.
Hi Sue. Love some of the techniques you have used on this card. I don't know how it looks in real life, but for me the background in the glitter paste overpowers the interesting techniques on top of it. I would, perhaps, have used lighter colour inks instead.
ReplyDeleteLisbeth
Hello Sue
ReplyDeleteI am always amazed how easily you can switch styles. Yvonne glad you are back with us. There are so many missing names from the blog I miss hearing from them
You are so talented Sue, from beautiful and dainty to real grungy, you take it in your stride. No really to my taste, but then it is nice to play around and create different effects, we even surprise ourselves sometimes....All the elements look great and a lovely card to finish...thank you for sharing Sue...luv Ursula xx
ReplyDeleteWell Sue, I love steampunk and grunge and know how much fun you have making them. I love the elements but I think the background is too busy with all the elements on. Lots wont agree and that's ok its nice to have different opinions, but I love that you change styles constantly. Have a great day. Hugs WINTERWARM.xxx
ReplyDeleteHello Sue and all
ReplyDeleteWow - I think you have discovered a new type of card Sue, Classy Grunge. Not a grunge fan really but the colours and design of this card are fabulous, I just wish I could put something like this together.
Hugs
Muriel x
Hi Sue
ReplyDeleteLots of interest in today’s card and I admire your grungy style even though it’s not for me
Love and hugs to everyone
Pat
Hi Sue A very different type of card today but I love it the stamped image is great
ReplyDeleteVery different style of card but it’s not for me I’m afraid.
ReplyDeleteDoreen R
Hi Sue, a very different card today. Not my style but great for those who love grunge and good for male cards.
ReplyDeleteGood afternoon Sue,
ReplyDeleteA very different card today but one that divides people. I think it's great that you cover many tastes.Yvonne xx
I like this and thanks for the reminder to use masks/stencils on coloured card and not just white card
ReplyDeleteTo My Wonderful Dear Friend Sue,
ReplyDeleteI Love Today’s Card I Love The Colour Combination
I Love The Exceptional Stamp Used..................
Take Great Care My Wonderful Dear Friend
Extremely Wonderful Warm Fond Wishes To Colin Also Heather
Lots Of Love Also Huge Hugs 🤗
Love From Sam xxx
Hi Sue, even those of us that don't care for grunge can admire the design and techniques in this card. It is a little dark for me but I love the dragonfly and I am sure Eliza's STDF would look lovely in lighter colours on a non-grunge card.
ReplyDeleteFrances
Although I probably wouldn't make this card, I do rather like it. You can pull it off and it looks good. I like the stencil on the gray card stock. I am trying to use my stencils more and I think I even have this one. I have not seen the stamp either so something new this morning and I like the stamp so the card does appeal and I can seeing where you had fun making it. You really never make a bad card.
ReplyDeleteHave a great Sunday!
Stephanie K
SC/USA
Hi Sue and lovely wilsonettes x
ReplyDeleteFantastic card Sue x really inspiring x thankyou Sue x
Theresa w in Berks xxx
Hi Sue this is a stunning card I love the design. It is good to mix things up a bit. Take care. Hugs Jackie
ReplyDeleteStriking card!! Love the butterflies!
ReplyDeleteVery cool :)
ReplyDeleteVery different and a great fun card Sue. Not sure its something I would tackle but I do like it.
ReplyDeleteHugs Helen xx
Great card
ReplyDeleteHi Sue, Love it !! Love it !! Love it !! Steampunk can't fail for me, I absolutely love it, and this card is fantastic.
ReplyDeleteLots of love from Patricia xx
Just one word....WOW!!!
ReplyDeleteLike this card Sue. I need a male card. Some brilliant ideas here. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI really like this card. X
ReplyDeleteLove your grungy card, nice to see these now and then
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Great card Sue. xx
ReplyDeleteHi Sue lovely card and great stamp. Thanks Helen Terry xxx
ReplyDeleteInteresting card, not really my style.
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