Having lately executed a ‘With 3 issues’ submit that includes PaperArtsy Fresco Acrylic in Copper – I simply had to make use of this fabulous paint once more, but additionally added some Gold and embossing for many gilded goodness.
I’m utilizing considered one of Kate Crane’s Christmas stamp units; I used to be meaning to make playing cards however ultimately made a festive panel for the wall – it appeared wasted on a card!
I believe I’d describe this as ‘a reindeer framed with a star made out of Christmas bushes’?! It really began as a mandala design with a lot of reindeer heads – however it was starting to look very bizarre!
Though I began with a unique composition in thoughts – I did know I wished to make use of some leaf stamping to include our Nature theme.
Initially I simply used gold paint however after I added some stamping in white too – there was better distinction towards the black card.
If you have not used leaves earlier than – seems to be for ones with outstanding veins. You may add the paint to the leaves with a brayer or paint brush (flat is finest) – simply experiment – you solely need the paint on the veins. Begin with a little bit and construct up…..
Earlier than I began stamping I created some background papers to make use of by sponging each the copper and gold paint onto white card.
These have a stunning shine – though the pictures could not decide that up.
I additionally sponged some Metal Gray onto white card and determined so as to add some stars utilizing the stencil. So happy I did, as I really like how this turned out.
Now it was time to begin stamping.
