Sunday 2 November 2014

Last hint of Autumn



Time for our monthly challenges at Stamping Sensations and Penny Black and More where our themes are 'Simply Christmas' and 'Anything Goes'.

For my Penny Black and More piece I have masked a panel on a piece of Centura Pearl (reverse side) and also a masked sun, shaded with Pan Pastels and stamped Penny Black 3937H Birds on a wire, 3940F Life and 3948 Fireworks and simply matted and layered onto coordinating Bazzil added some Swarovski crystals and added a bow down the spine. You will find all the stamps listed above and below on Penny Blacks website here, where you can sign up to their free club and follow them on Facebook.


I have used a mixture of stamps on my Stamping Sensations card, Art Impression, Lavinia and Penny Black, all stamped in black archival and the background created with a mixture of inks and Pan Pastrels. I cut the frame on the Cricut, embossed and them rubber with gilding wax and finally a few red berries using stickles.

And just the one more as I wanted to use this new Penny Black stamp while there are still hints of Autumn about. At the same time I tried out the new Pebeo drawing gum which I am so pleased to say works a treat creating a mask to use with Dylusions and wet sprays and no seeping under the mask as with paper and sticky film masking sheets....result at long last !


I heat embossed the tree from Penny Black called A Day in Autumn 40-359 with detail copper, stamped some of the branches again across the bottom, distressed and embossed the edges. The words are single words taken from a couple of Penny Black sentiment sets 30-140 Christmas Cheer and 30-229 Special Wishes and the stenciling in the background is Penny Black Verdana 25-003.

Lots of lovely prizes t be won at both challenges so I really hope you will join in.

53 comments:

Marja Sch said...

Wow what a wonderful cards. So well done. Gr Marja

Jane Willis said...

I love all these especially the first one - it really looks as if the sunshine is glistening through droplets of dew on the plants.

Whisper said...

WOW what a stunning collection of cards, have a good Sunday, although i think it could be showers most of the day !!, luv Sam x

Craftyfield said...

Love the Christmas card's atmospheric effect and the frame is so perfect!

Sarah said...

Another tremendous trio Brenda but the stag is most definitely my favourite. I love the scene you have put together, particularly the dog walker, such a great touch. And the frame is worth of hanging on the wall!! Have a good Sunday xx

Sammy said...

I love them all Brenda! I've just started using masks and stencils and spray inks and such, so will take your comments on the drawing gum on board, as I've yet to do achieve much with sprays! x

ellyscard creatief said...

Gorgeous cards Brenda.
Gr Elly

Michelle J M said...

Absolutely stunning, each and every one! The frame on the Deer one is fabulous and the colours on the others are so fresh and lovely. Michelle x

Sue said...

A truly stunning selection of cards Brenda. Your designs are wonderful and so inspiring, I have been trying to choose a favourite but I can't because they are all equally beautiful.
Sue xx

Sally H said...

Wow, wow, wow, Brenda! Three totally stunning makes! I love them all! The colours on the first are so beautiful, The second is such a wonderful scene, set off perfectly with that gorgeous frame, and the third is such a wonderful blend of colours and textures! Couldn't choose a favourite if I tried! Never thought of using masking fluid with my dylusions. Must try it, and brushing them too!

Andreja said...

Fantastic cards Brenda :-))
I like all!
Have a nice Sunday,
Hugs, Andreja

Astrid Maclean said...

Stunning cards all of them, but I do think the middle one is my favourite, just love the embossed frame!

Joan said...

Wow Brenda, three more fabulous cards. Love them all but especially the one with the stag gazing into the picture. I'm in awe at how you keep everything so clean when using pan pastels, I end up with finger prints everywhere! I'm interested in what the masking stuff is?

New Creations said...

Brenda, all are beautiful and cheerful Autumn creation! Love to see the 3 styles together. I love your technique for landscape creation!!!

Donna Ellis said...

Good Morning, B! What a great way to start my morning at your blog. The techniques on each card are SO BEAUTIFULLY EXECUTED! Your talent melts my heart with the natural beauty of nature coming through your artful fingers. The frame for your magnificent stag is a wonderful touch, and the burst of sun rays and white toppers on your flowers - just incredible - thank you for my eye-feast today. Thinking of you fondly, and hoping each day is a little better for you. xo

Helen said...

Another fabulous batch of cards - love the first one best of all! poor game (again) yesterday - tough week ahead too...

KT Fit Kitty said...

So beautiful, Brenda! I can't pick a favourite! Although the gold and the bright colours on the third card really appeal to me! Love the techniques you've used here - always such a pleasure to view your makes!

Julie said...

Ohhhhhhh Brenda, absolutely stunning cards! at first I was drawn to the oh so gorgeous colours of your first card with the liquid pearl dots to the seed heads but you know, I just love the gorgeous embossed frame to the second card so it's impossible for me to choose between them! Hope you're enjoying your weekend, Julie.x

Alice (scrAPpamondo) said...

Wow wow wow!!! I LOVE your landscape cards, they are always fabulous!!
Love expecially the second, with the gorgous embossed frame, but these hree cards are one more beautiful than other, they are all stunning! Really great works!

aussie aNNie said...

Fabulous creations Brenda love the images/stamps and gorgeous colours used..xxxThe Journey is the Start

Gail said...

All wonderfully done!
Hope you're feeling well!

Pat said...

Three gorgeous cards Brenda, I love the beautiful clean lines of the first, the beautiful frame on the second and the wonderful colours on the third. Hope you are having a good weekend.

Pat xx

Ellibelle said...

Such beautiful creations Brenda, gorgeous colors and each one if so wonderfully done! Hope you're having a great day and a good week ahead!

Lynne K said...

Just beautiful, all three, but I absolutely LOVE the stag scene, frame colours and everything! x

Mervi said...

Stunning cards Brenda, love the two first, absolutely stunning pieces.
Just arrived from cabin, rained the hole day.
Happy new starting week;-))m

Lau W said...

OMG ! I would like to make such lovely cards ! Love your creations dear Brenda !
xxx

Anonymous said...

What a lovely set of cards, Brenda. I especially love the first one.... that sentiment is beautiful and the overall design of the card is really nice. Thank you for your lovely comments on my blog. See you again soon.
Amelia xx

Jacee said...

Stunning work Brenda!
hugs Jacee
Simply Paper Card Design

pinky said...

You really do paint a thousand words with your cards mrs B, they are like little works of art!

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Fabulous especially the top one which I adore. Great sentiment

Mrs.B said...

A stunning set of cards Brenda, so pleased I don't have to pick a winner!
Avril xx

Eva Olmo said...

Ohhh I love these cards, are really beautiful!

susiestacey said...

Beautiful cards Brenda, the first one is so elegant - love them all x Susan x

Bad Kitty said...

beautiful cards

Kathleen said...

Three gorgeous cards as always but the first is my favorite a very classy looking card, love it.

Kath x

McCrafty's Cards said...

These are stunning Brenda, I love all three!!
Kevin xx

Anonymous said...

oh wow, brenda! these are all so gorgeous - the colours, techniques, layouts; stunning pieces of art.
hugs, linda

Jackie said...

Three stunning cards Brenda, I do so love your scenes :o)
Jackie xx

Pamellia said...

Wowsers Brenda! I love them all, but that frame is to die for! I feel like a tutorial should not be too far behind! lol hugs :)

Berina RGA said...

beautiful creations Brenda.. love the frame you have created... amazing!! and nice sceneries...
-Berina
Moxie Craftie

Gerrina said...

Beautiful cards! Love the frame and deer on the second, the super landscape on the first and the super autumn colour on the last card... Hugs, Gerrina

coldwaters2 said...

Oh my wod Brenda these are so beautiful each the cards are wonderfully designed the images are superb
hugs
lorraine x

Lorraine said...

Stunning cards Brenda. Love the image s and designs.
Lorraine x

Craftnut said...

Gorgeous makes b x

Unknown said...

Olá, são lindos trabalhos.

Viv said...

Playing catch up Benda! Fabulous makes as ever but I simply love the bird one - and now I will have to go get me that sentiment stamp with the Ghandi quote! xxx

Eret said...

All your cards are amazing! Specially your Christmas card. I love the embossed frame and your superb scene.
Hugs,
Eret

Paper Creations by Shirley said...

Hi Brenda, all three are gorgeous with the various techniques and beautiful designs. Wish I could sit and watch you create these :) I hope you are doing well, Shirleyx

Linby said...

Fantastic work as always, love the details on the first card and the embossed frame on the second one is fab.
Lynn x

Shirley said...

A beautiful set of cards Brenda. Your inking and gilding work is beautiful as always. Gorgeous colours too.

Shirley

Tracy said...

Gorgeous creations Brenda. The one with the stag is my favourite, the Stamping is brilliant.
Happy crafting
Tracy x

Rhonda Miller said...

These are both gorgeous.

Grá O'Neill said...

Fabulous cards, the scenes you've created are gorgeous. I especially love the stag card :)