Time for a new challenge at Allsorts and this time the theme has been chosen by Christine and it is either **The Beach** or the usual *Anything Goes*. Prizes this time are from Grafton Crafts and you can see full details on the Allsorts Blog.
When I saw the theme this time I went straight to my collection of useful bits and pieces because I knew there were at least a couple of die cuts in there of some wooden posts, just waiting to be used and, as it happens I also came across a couple of seagulls and a handy clump of grass. The seagulls and grass were already coloured and ready to go but the wooden posts were white so I set about colouring these with some Distress Oxide ink mixed with water. I then decided to go for a relatively CAS design using a couple of square dies and one of my slatted circles which I layered together, backing the circular area with a piece of a previously made Gelli print which is sea-coloured. Finally everything was adhered to a 6" square card - so far no sentiment has been added to the front of this card, which will probably be left blank because I find that people are often looking for cards in which they can write their own personal messages.
Slatted Circle Dies - from Craft Addictions UK
Wooden Posts and Gulls - dies from Gummiapan
Grass - from On the Horizon set Stampin' Up (long retired)
Absolutely perfect for our new theme Val, a peaceful fee to it. I'm of the same mind with sentiments, whilst I do use words, the occasion is left to the user.
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Beautiful serene scene Val, your combination of dies is absolutely perfect! xx
ReplyDeleteA fabulous card for the Allsorts challenge. Love everything about it.
ReplyDeleteHappy Summer Solstice! xxx
Love your cas card Val and your background gel print is perfect for the sea.
ReplyDeleteGreat dies and design.
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Stunning scene Val and that circle die is a great bscking for your scene!
ReplyDeleteA wonderful seaside card Val, love the background x
ReplyDeleteThe seagulls have so much character. It really captures that playful seaside vibe!
ReplyDeleteLovely peaceful seaside card Val, and a great way to use those bits n bobs. Great colouring too xx
ReplyDeleteDelightful make, everything is so perfectly placed too
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I love it when I can use bits... a little help in getting my stash under control! Gorgeous card, Val. x
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