Sunday, April 29, 2012

Phases


I definitely go through phases when card making, do yo? Sometimes it is graphic and modern, sometimes it is shabby and vintage, and other times fun and cute. Sometimes my phases are introduced through a new stamp set or product or tool. Sometimes it is because I've seen something and just want to reproduce it. Always, no matter what phase I'm in, I still think I keep things clean and simple and still true to me. Anyway, thank you for everyone that comes for a visit, even if what you find here is what might not have originally drawn you in.

So this card I made while still in my shabby and vintage phase. And the I am loving the ink distressing tool phase. And the ooh this picture is so pretty phase. And the I just discovered how easy the lovely May Arts silk ribbon is for making big, full bows phase. And last but not least, I just got the Market Street Stamps Sweet Lace stamp in the mail the other day phase. I first misted a piece of kraft card stock with Partridge in a Pear Tree Tattered Angels Glimmer Mist, then stamped the lace with white craft ink and then sprayed the cards stock once more,  with a little bit lighter misting this time.


Market Street Stamps is having a Block Party, thought I'd join in on the fun! And I'll also be linking up to the Simon Says Stamp Challenge: Anything Goes too!

39 comments:

  1. Whatever the phase...Lovely card, Karen! :)

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  2. This is so pretty, love that bow!

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  3. Beautiful Karen! Love the layered ribbon/bow.

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  4. Karen, I adore your style...you do always keep it CAS which you know I love, but wow...do you teach me so much with your techniques. This is so soft and feminine! Gorgeous my friend.

    PS I hope you are submitting lots for the misting/stamping for the Nov/Dec PC...because you certainly rock your mists!!

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  5. Wow, this sure is a pretty card, Karen! I loved reading all the "phases" you used to create this beauty! :)

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  6. your misting/stamping in white is gorgeous! love the effect it gives.

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  7. Karen, that card is absolutely stunning. I don't think there is any style you can not do!

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  8. I love your insight on "phases". It really struck a chord with me. It's nice to know we don't have to put ourselves in a box, but still have our personal style. This card is gorgeous!

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  9. gorgeous card. love your different styles. I want to do some other styles but could not put it together. Second what Lynn said about your misting/spraying magic.

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  10. Whatever phase you're in Karen, it's a joy to visit your blog.... I tend to go through product phases especially when new stash arrives :0)
    The lace stamp is gorgeous...just like a fancy pair of patterned stockings stretched over a piece of card!
    Love the flowing bow too as a contrasting texture :0)
    Jenny x

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  11. Phases keep things interesting but you always are true to your style no matter what!! another lovely card :) very pretty!

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  12. I'm with you - a bunch of phases!!! I like that I try different techniques too and just don't stay with ONE type of cardmaking!!!

    This is gorgeous!!! Love the brown/ivory mix! and wow on that bow!!!!!!

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  13. You rock at misting Karen and I love your cards and style no matter the phase :)

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  14. Gorgeous card Karen. i like all your phases...lol.

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  15. I'll keep coming no matter what the phase! You do it all so well! That lace pattern is so soft and delicate, and the ribbon is gorgeous. Love the blingy button you added, too.

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  16. I love your CAS take on shabby chic, Karen! The sweet trim on your ribbon softens this design beautifully!
    Hugs!
    x

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  17. This is really pretty...love the bow/ribbon!

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  18. Hi Karen...

    The lace stamp and that bow are so pretty!!!
    And honestly ... what draw me here is your clean and simple style!!! I truly enjoy each visit!!! Thanks for that... hugs...xoxo

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  19. Any style mood you're in is ok by me, they're all fabulous! Love the pretty rich brown on this card and the ribbon treatment is amazing!

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  20. This is so increibly pretty and classy!

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  21. stunning!!!
    your CAS style always inspires me :)

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  22. As you have visited me for awhile now, you know that I am an eclectic creator. I craft by mood, inspiration, product, and sometimes just by what's on my desk. I think wherever the creative process takes the creator is alright no matter what as long as it's fun and enjoyable!

    Your card is beautiful and the ribbon treatment is stunning!

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  23. This is one of my all time fave as far as backgrounds go! And I try my hand at different card styles and wish I could master some but I'm just not that good :(

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  24. Gorgeous, Karen! That big bow is just amazing! Thanks so much for linking up with us this weekend at Market Street Stamps! - angelica

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  25. That background is amazing, Karen!! (i first thought it was patterned paper) As is the bow, the distressing, etc :)

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  26. such a beautiful and subtle background. i adore those may arts silk ribbons!!! =) love seeing your work with all the different phases. you are an inspiration, Karen!

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  27. Oh my I love this clean elegant card, looks like everyone else did as well. Just so elegant!

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  28. love the look of that background!

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  29. So this is probably the only background stamp of theirs that I don't own and you're making me really regret that situation! :) Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous!

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  30. Oh wow! Love the subtle background stamping. Such an elegant card Karen! :)

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  31. this is gorgeous...I love that amazing background and that ribbon is so perfect...lovely card...

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  32. Wow! I love how all those phases came together here- beautiful!!!

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  33. I love all of your phases and this is so stunning!

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  34. I like! So subtle it comes across as soft and pretty.

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