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Sunday 14 June 2015

Did I mention ...I love blueprints stamps?

Well here is a card I made using the new Robot Tim Holtz blueprints , which I made to send to my Dad for his birthday from the children...I love blueprint stamps and these are no exception...quirky and fun and great for all occasions ..


I started by inking the background of the card in pumice stone and edging in black sot and walnut stain, spritzing a bit of water to create a more dappled effect . I added a piece of torn paper from pocket cards and used the other piece in a different part of the card. I love creating all these layers.. and see not a found relative in sight!


I added colour to the little robot guy using distress markers scribbled on my craft sheet to create a palette and picking up colour using my waterbrush. I edged in distress ink using blending tool.



I added lots of idea-ology and some tissue tape to add details ... I scuffed up a flashcard and inked to highlight the sanded and scuffed bits .



I added some numbers...can you guess the age ? and crossed the mini attacher staples to create little kisses .



So hope you like my blueprint make, keep your eyes peeled I am sure these little guys will be making an appearance again..sometime soon x

It's an absolute age since I entered a challenge ..so thought I would enter this with some of my old teamies over at Frilly and Funkie , for their monochromatic challenge x

keep those fingers inky!
trace x

21 comments :

  1. What a fun card Trace! Would work for Bill this year too!!!!!

    Sally

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  2. This is terrific and very different Trace. Bet your dad will love it.

    Love Chrissie xx

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  3. Fab card Trace, I bet grand dad is going to love it!

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  4. What a great stamps for this masculine card...love the use of colours too Trace!
    Your dad will be pleased with this creation!
    Have a nice Sunday, Alie

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  5. super make Trace and perfect for your kids to give to your dad - I bet he loves it! I love blueprints too! Hugs rachel x

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  6. Fabulous masculine piece Trace, I just love your robot and the wonderful neutral palette. Thank you so much for joining us at Frilly and Funkie for our 'Monochromatic' challenge! Hugs, Pamellia DT :)

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  7. Love it Trace! Love the layers and grungyness! I just bought the mini Bots. They are so darn cute!

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  8. Love the card, such a sweet little robot. Happy crafting, Angela xXx

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  9. Fabulous card! Trace Love the Robots stamps et n its great to see how you have used one of the stamps - giving a more modern looking stamp an aged vintage feel! Love it n sure your Dad will too . hugs xx

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  10. Thx so much Trace for adding me to your blog list . Much appreciated - must get one set up on mine xx

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  11. I love that set of stamps (another one for the wish list) and the card for your Dad is just brilliant! Hugs, Anne xx

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  12. Oh Dear - I think I lost a screw!!!!! I wonder what happened to Robot #2!!!!!!!!
    Sandy xx

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  13. Oooh I love this little guy - he looks great Trace x

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  14. Wait, blogger is letting me leave a comment?? What's going on?? That is a terrific card, the robot is very cute.

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  15. What a great masculine design with the metal and staples and colors you used - nice job with the blueprint robot - I'm sure your dad will love this card!

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  16. Sorry, can't seem to reply under my other comment - thanks for entering this little dude over at frilly and funkie x

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  17. Fabulous, Trace!! Such a fun and playful card for your Dad!! He's going to LOVE this!! XOXO-Shari

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  18. What a fun card Trace, that robot stamp is so cute! Happy birthday to your Dad!

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  19. Brilliant Trace!!! I LOVE this fabulous robot. As ever you know how to rock that Pumice Stone! My bet - you've ordered a vat of Hickory Smoke! Thank you so much for joining us at Frilly and Funkie. Jenny x

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  20. You may have mentioned it once or twice! But I never tire of seeing the results. Fabulous greys and grungy layers - what a great card.
    Alison xx

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