I am hosting this week's Mix-Ability Challenge in the challenge forum at SplitCoastStampers! The challenge is called Pick a Color, Any Color! (Mix104) The challenge calls for you to create a monochromatic project, using the color of your choice.
To create my card, I created a watercolor wash on 140lb watercolor paper, stamped Gertie (unknown manufacturer) in black StazOn ink, and further enhanced the image with alcohol markers and more watercolor wash techniques. I added a fun black frame using the Impression Obsession Rectangles 6-in-1 die set, and finally added a glittery puffy heart in honor of the upcoming Valentine holiday.
The idea behind the Mix-Ability Challenge is to make mixed media simple and approachable, and to let you experiment using things you already have. Each Friday a new challenge is hosted, but there is no time limit, so you can participate whenever you'd like on each challenge. Join us, won't you!?
Supplies
Stamp: Unknown Company
Ink: Jet Black StazOn, Distress Inks
Paper: Fabriano 100% Cotton Cold Press Watercolor paper, Paper Accents
Other: Niji Waterbrush
Hi!
We do have the farm in Texas, but Im at the house in Washington. Alan is still in Texas on the farm, until late spring. :)
We plan to move him up here and perhaps use the farm as a rental property.
Ive added a new category to the blog called Life in the Woods.
Sassy Sweet Notes: Life in the Woods
Cluck, cluck!
-Anna.
Posted by: SweetMissDaisy | January 25, 2015 at 10:57 AM
PHYLLIS..... I am wondering the same!! I'm so glad you asked Anna. And ANNA.. love your new craft room, but that chicken coup rates pretty darn close..if not on par! most impressed!! Also as usual your cards and the ideas inspire. Thank you.
Posted by: Estelle | January 24, 2015 at 11:35 PM
Sorry if this has nothing to do with your post but I was wondering, do you no longer have your farm with all the animals and gardens??? Living out here in Los Angeles I looked forward to your stories about your farm and gardening life. Congratulations on your new home.
Posted by: Phillis | January 23, 2015 at 09:41 AM
I swear we have an old sepia tone family photo that looks just like that! Maybe great Grandma sitting on her stoop with the chickens! Great look. Fun frame.
Posted by: Carol Dee | January 23, 2015 at 07:44 AM
Even tho I can't draw two circles, you show that I could stamp my way to a nice watercolor look anyway! Way fun image!
Posted by: Jan Elmore | January 23, 2015 at 05:33 AM