Sunday, October 6, 2013

CAS(e) This Sketch #48


Just got back from the beach where we spent the weekend and decided to try and make a card for the current CAS(e) This Sketch Challenge. I did change the orientation and went for a Christmas theme, my first in preparation for December!

Paper: cardstock (PTI)
Ink: various distress inks; Versafine Onyx Black
Stamps: Hero Arts (Winter Trees; sentiment HA CL343)

After stamping the image I cut it up into 3 equal parts and matted them on navy blue cardstock. While I was in the mood of changing things up I also decided to go for a non-traditional way of stamping the sentiment.

I thought the distress ink looked a little blotchy, but I'll put it down to the winter storm that is raging in that scene!

Hoping you are enjoying the end of your weekend.

16 comments:

Rosemary said...

wow, wow, WOW!! your card is absolutely stunning, Brenda!

walchowDesign said...

Somehow, I like how your winter storm turned out, Brenda! Great placing of the sentiment too!

Cindy C. said...

Brenda, wonderful take from the sketch!

Robin K. said...

This is stunning Brenda!! I really love the colors and the paneled design! The vertical stamping of the sentiment is perfect!

Lisa said...

this I GORGEOUS! Love how you cut the image up- perfection especially with these colors :)

Anita Rex said...

I really like your take on the sketch! I don't think I would have thought of that! :)

Trinh said...

Gorgeous card, Brenda! Love the inked panels.

CinnamonSally said...

Oh Wow Brenda this is stunning and such a great take on the sketch!

Maureen Morton said...

From the beach to a winter storm....you've got it all covered, Brenda! Hope you had a great trip. This card is lovely - so much depth - and a super take on the challenge.

Arlene said...

Love the way you used the sketch. WOW - and I love this particular stamp. I've loved it since it first came out. Never considered using it this way, but now you are inspiring me. Love it so much!

Amie Kiger (Kigz) said...

Stunning take on the sketch!!! I love the colors and the beautiful way you presented them. Super tree stamp! :)

Nat said...

omg!! so wintery and beautiful! awesome card :)

Leigh Penner said...

Oh, this is gorgeous!
Thanks so much for playing along with CAS(E) this Sketch!

Betty said...

Great stamping job. Thanks for playing along with us in the CAS(E) this sketch! challenge and hope to see you again.

Sian Ridley said...

This card is stunning! I like that you've spun the sketch and those christmas stamps are beautiful! This is a winner if you ask me :)

Dawn T said...

I'm way behind with my commenting Brenda. This is a fabulous card. Really love the way you used the three panels.