Saturday, October 2, 2010

BLOG HOP






WHAT IT IS/HOW TO WIN


Here it is, our Dream Team Blog Hop. This is my very first Blog Hop, so bear with me. For three days, October 1-3, the Dream Team members will be posting new samples and card information. You need to comment on EACH member blog to qualify for the most fantastic free prizes. You can win YOUR favorite stencil, paste and Metallic FX color. Remember, comment on EVERY blog for the most chances to win. Become a follower of the Dreamweaver stencil blog here for an extra chance. After leaving your comments, go to the Dreamweaver Stencil site and choose your favorite stencil. Tell us why it is your favorite or how you would use it, and you can win it. Check back on the blogs October 4th to find out if you are the winner picked by random.org for that site.


DAY 2


This is the beginning of day 2. For a look at DAY 1, start with Deborah's blog here. Okay, so on to my goodies.

I am calling today METALLIC FX MADNESS DAY for my blog, anyway.

First Technique: Metallic FX on paste.




This peacock card was created using Peacock Stencil LG 730 and Feather Stencil LJ 840. I pasted the feathers on blue cardstock with Glossy Black paste and threw Metallic FX powders in Ivy, Kiwi, Navajo Sky and Glacier on it while the paste was still wet. I did the same with the peacock design on acetate. When they were dry, I used a Swiffer sheet to wipe off the excess. I then decorated the top with black Art Glitter and rhinestones. I put vellum behind it and laced ribbon up the side. I wish the photographs could do the beautiful Metallic FX powders justice!





This next card was done using the same techniques with the Holly and Swirls LL 3005 and Seasons Greetings LS 91. Using the Glossy Black Paste really made the Kiwi and Ivy Metallic FX powders stand out, even on the white cardstock. This card will be featured as one of 5 in my next Dreamweaver Card Class at Scraptales in Brighton, Michigan. (They also have a large selection of Dreamweaver Stencils and supplies in stock.) Check out the website for further class information here.


Second Technique: Metallic FX on Double Sided Tape

Okay, I had to work a little for this one, but I finally have it down to an EASY technique.




First, cut the Dreamweaver Double Sided Mounting paper to size. Then, rub soap on the back of the Candy Cane Stencil LL 555. You need to do this so that the stencil will be able to be removed easily from the backing without bending. Then, use the removable tape to mask out the ribbon. This is very important, because once the Metallic FX powders go down on the backing paper, you cannot attach anything else to them. When the ribbon is masked off, rub a little Metallic FX in Kimono Red on the candy cane with your finger (otherwise known as the very important crafting tool.) I find that the finger works best because you can really get into the nooks and crannies. Gently flick the stencil from behind several times with the stencil face down to remove as much of the powder as possible. Then, use a damp cloth over the stencil to remove the additional powder. Remove the tape and color the ribbon using 3 different colors of green flocking. I used the Picasso Stencil LL 332 to mask off the areas I wasn't currently putting flocking on. (It is probably the ugliest AND most useful stencil you will ever own.) Press the flocking onto the mounting paper with some pressure, as that is the best way to make it stick. Then, roll off the excess. Flick it and REALLY get the extra flocking off. Put stencil face down on a table and CAREFULLY remove the mounting paper. Pour white Art Glitter over the top of the whole thing. Apply to card.
What I like the most about this technique is how the FX powders are beautifully shimmery, but have an almost antique look about them, making a nice contrast with the flock and the glitter.
The Celebrate Stencil LM 283 was done with the first technique.


Now, the last technique: Metallic FX on Polymer Clay





For best results, use black polymer clay. Play with it then roll it out with your brayer and smush it several times until it rolls out smoothly. Put a little olive oil on the back of your stencil and press it into the clay. Brayer over the top a couple of times until the clay raises a little above the stencil. The Christmas one was made with Happy Holidays LM 139, Three Deer LL 467 (backwards, as it turns out) and Metallic FX in Gold Dust, Eye of the Tiger, Ivy, Kiwi and Kimono Red. The Iris (I am thinking about making it a bookmark) was done with Bearded Iris Stencil LL 516 and Metallic FX powders in Purple Satin, Plum Royale, Sapphire, Moonstone, Kiwi and Ivy. I also added a little yellow flocking with Zig Squeeze N Roll Glue.


Well, MY post is finally over. Just in case you can't tell, Metallic FX is one of my newest obsessions. I hope you learned enough here to make it one of yours, too. Comment below to win your favorite goodies. Then, go to Lee's Blog to continue your hopping.


GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY HOPPING!

27 comments:

  1. WOW, Laura! New technique sheets need to be written for these NEW ideas! Love how the Metallic F/X looks on the polymer clay, and I had thought of using them on the double sided mounting paper...but didn't think it was possible and here you used it beautifully. Great ideas!

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  2. GASP!!! These are beautiful...amazing...fabulous...but that peacock is absolutely jaw-droppingly-over-the-top-SPECTACULAR Laura!!! WOW WOW WOW!!!!!

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  3. WoWZers! So beautiful Laura! I NEED to see that peacock card IRL!!! Call me!

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  4. Oh Laura....all of you projects are gorgeous!!! Yes, yes....the peacock is mouth dropping!!!

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  5. Wow, Laura you brain really works over time I wish I was closer so we could have play dates. I especially love the peacock and the polymer clay I must try using it sometime.

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  6. AMAZING!!! I love the combo of the glitter, flocking, and metal FX on the candy cane. Very creative. I agree, wish we were closer so we could share ideas face to face.

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  7. OMG! The peacock card is amazing!

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  8. Beautiful cards! Great descriptions for technique!

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  9. I just loved them all but my favorite is card #2 - it's just gorgeous! I love the gold accents and the subtle beauty of the holly leaf. My favorite stencil that I will use to make Christmas cards is Bare Trees (LJ849) Silver Metallic paste and Moonshine FX (04). Thanks for all your inspiration!

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  10. Laura! SO inventive!!! Each of your projects is fantastic!!!!!!!!! Don't you just love F/X on all surfaces! Aaah - YEAH!!! Great job! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!
    My choices would be Pearlescent Paste or LJ858 Greetings. I use that term all the time. This stencil would be a great addition to my stencil stash (which is pretty huge!!!).

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  11. Beautiful work Laura, very creative! The F/X powders are so versatile and the colors are wonderful. Great job!

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  12. Love all of your cards! Love the peacock card!! BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  13. Absolutely stunning!!! I am just so impressed with your creativity, especially thinking to use the clay. I am hoping to win some of my favorite new items, including FX Ivy Garden, Metallic Silver paste, and LL3005 Holly and Swirls. I love holly!

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  14. Laura,

    Thank you for demonstrating how the peacock card can be used so beautifully! It is now on my list of favorites! If selected that is my choice of stencils for sure! I would definitely case your card, if you wouldn't mind. Therefore, my choice of paste is glossy black and F/X would be Navajo Sky. Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing such a beautiful way to use the peacock stencil! I will be adding myself as a follower to your blog...such terrific ideas. I love the way you used part of the holly stencil on the round ornament in your blog! So many ideas!!!

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  15. I absolutely LOVE the peacock card. It's phenomenal! And I'd really love to win the Feather stencil (LJ840), gold embossing paste & FX12 Glacier Lake.

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  16. Laura,

    I love all of your cards, but especially the peacock. Great idea to use the Metallic FX on the paste. I have to try that one. If I were to win here are my choices: LG699 Copperplate Corners, Metallic Silver Paste & Metallic FX02 Amber Glow. Thanks for sharing and the opportunity to win. Linda E.

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  17. I use polymer clay on a regular basis, but haven't used the stencils with it..dahh... If I were to win, LG726 Trout and Friends, copper embossing paste, and FX15 Kimono Red.
    Sheila

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  18. Laura the peacock card is spectacular and the bow on the candy cane is amazing. I love the beach chair and clear paste and royal fx

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  19. Gorgeous cards using the metallic F/X! All the colours of F/X are spectacular and you have really shown them off. My favorites today are: LG710 Orchid, Glossy black embossing paste (to use your techniques) and Navajo Sky F/X. Thanks!

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  20. Laura,
    Your talent is fabulous! Enough said.

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  21. These are all drop dead gorgeous! I would love to have the peacock stencil, the glossy black paste and the kiwi F/X!

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  22. Your peacock card is stunning! I love the Christmas cards too! If I win I'd love to have the Holly and Swirls LL3005 some original embossing paste and kiwi metallic f/x.

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  23. Wow I learned a lot just reading your blog. Looks like I will have to check out the new mica powders and give them a try. Love your candy cane card. So "simple" but effective. Really nice. I would like to try the large sleigh stencil to make Christmas cards this yea. Perhaps some metallic silver paste would look good with that stencil and for mica I could try to play with Glacier Lake

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  24. LOve them all! You are awesome!

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  25. Beautiful cards! Using the stencils with polymer clay is amazing! Great work!
    Kim

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  26. Oh wow these are all so gorgeous! The peacock is amazing and I can't get over the colors and detail the fx adds! My favorites right now are LJ 890 Flourishes, Pearlescent paste, and Plum Royale fx.

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  27. It's so much fun to use one stencil with different products, and I can't wait to try the double stick paper with Metallic F/X powders . . . just as soon as I get the glitter off my desktop! Your cards are beautiful!

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