Wednesday, April 10, 2019

CAS Stencil April 2019

Hello friends.  The challenge this month at CAS Stencil is to use embossing pastes or gels along with your stencils...messy but oh so FUN!!


I had just gotten a new jar of Viva Glitter Paste, so it was a great time to try it out for this challenge.  Here's what I came up with:


I started by blending my background first with Gina K's Applemint ink, and then used a Penny Black stencil (Petite Blossoms) and the same ink color to create the leafy background.  Without removing my stencil I added the Glitter Paste and then quickly removed it to let it dry.  Here's a closer up so you can see the sparkle better:


This card has some serious sparkle going on and it's even prettier IRL!!  I made this card into a sympathy card with a PTI sentiment and a Poppystamps die cut (Massa Leaf Background).

This really is a FUN way to use stencils and I even made another one using a sunburst stencil, but haven't had time to make it into a card yet.  Check out all the FABULOUS inspiration from the DT, and they also have links to several videos if you've never used pastes or gels with your stencils...you can find it all right HERE.  This challenge is open till the 24th.

Thanks for stopping by today ... I love it when you do!


20 comments:

Viv said...

I simply love this Marcia - a beautiful green shade and just perfect for a sympathy card.
Confess I am struggling with this challenge but like all things I will get something passable..... eventually!!

Birgit said...

What a lovely card! The sparkle of the leafy background really makes the white sprig shine! A very comforting card my friend.

Julia Aston said...

Wow - what a gorgeous background you created with the lovely green and sparkle through your stencil Marcia! So pretty framed in white and with the sentiment strip along the bottom!

Patti said...

Simplicity and sparkle!! what a beautiful card!! This will greatly encourage the recipient my friend!!

I Card Everyone said...

Marcia! I love the sparkle! so, SO pretty!
=]

Bonnie said...

I'm lovin' these sparkly leaves, Marcia! The die cut is perfect with this stenciled background! Wonderful texture, dimension and sparkle!

Barb Ghig said...

Oh Marcia...the sparkle and shine with your Glitter Paste is gorgeous! I love your soft green background and your leaf die cut is just perfect with your design! So glad you joined in the fun at CAS Stencil!

Lisa Elton said...

That touch of glitter is just lovely Marcia! This is a peaceful card and is sure to bring comfort to the recipient. Beautifully done!

Christine Alexander said...

wonderful effect with the glitter paste :)

Loll said...

This is gorgeous Marcia! LOVE the beautiful apple mint ink and your beautiful and sparkly glitter paste. Beautiful design and layout! Always fun to get a bit messy making a card. :) xx

Bobby said...

So soft and shimmery, Marcia. Perfect for a sympathy card.

JoAnn said...

This is so pretty. Love the pretty green color with the sparkly glitter paste. Great card.

Kara Lynne said...

Gorgeous! So glad you were able to capture the sparkle on camera! This is a technique I love, but rarely do. So inspiring, Marcia!

Patti said...

Hey Marcia : ) can you please e-mail me. I have somehow lost your e-mail address and blogger won't let me hit reply to your earlier comment on my blog : ) mine is: Patti at neck styles dot com. No spaces : )

Thanks a bunch!

Mac Mable said...

Such a pretty and striking card. Love the colour of the green and the pretty glittery paste looks amazing...love it x.

nancy littrell said...

Gorgeous glittery stenciled with paste background for your crisp white die cut leaves. Beautiful CAS card design, Marcia. I am so pleased you joined us at CAS Stencil Card Challenge. Hugs..Nancy

Sharron said...

Beautiful and so great for a sympathy card! Love all the greens and that wonderful sparkle!

Ros Crawford said...

Oh this is so stunning Marcia!! The stenciling is beautiful and that green glitter against the green cs really looks terrific! Wonderful!

Anita in France said...

Elegant and soft, Marcia ... with just the perfect touch of shimmer to lift someone's spirits ... this is just beautiful! Hugs, Anita :)

Linda said...

This is so beautiful and delicate, love the sparkle too xx