Monday, March 28, 2011

Trying it out---not sure it worked

Greetings from Barcelona Spain.  Weather here is BEAUTIFUL!!!! I went to the Picasso museum and had to wait in line for over an hour!  It was crazy busy but soooo worth it. 
OK so I thought I would test out my theory that heat embossing works on every project-esp if the clear  powder is used.  I used some My Minds Eye paper and some Doodlebug Ribbon, my spellbinders and of course some CTMH stamps!
I have to say the flash has helped out the embossing but I sort of like the results. 

A close up of my home made ribbon embellishment.  My tiny stapler from Tim Holtz and a few sticky dots work wonders!
I finished off the inside with a bit of paper and inked edges.
I had to make the envelope nice as well--here I used a fiskers edge punch and some ink.  Nothing fancy just enough to make it pretty!
See ya back here on Wednesday--I will be in London and packing to return home but I made a project before I left so not to leave  you all high and dry.  LOL. 
Make it a great one


Posted by scrapguy at 2:50 AM
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16 comments:

  1. KelMarch 28, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Well,, it so worked..embossing looks great!! I love Mind's Eye paper and you really put it to work on this card..excellent design and color combos!! Enjoy Spain and the rest of your travels.. Thanks for inspiration to get out the embossing powder!

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  2. MelissaMarch 28, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Oooooo...Spain! I would love to visit there! My parents were there for some time while my Dad was in the Navy before I was born.

    I think it absolutely worked! Beautiful!

    Melissa
    www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com

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  3. NanetteMarch 28, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    I think it came out great! Spain is a beautiful country...I was there years ago. Enjoy!

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  4. Janet HamiltonMarch 28, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Thank you. What a great card! Would appreciate any details on how you made the ribbon embellishment. Really nice. Have been to the countries you've just visited--glad you are able to travel there! It's mind-enhancing to take in all the cultures.

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  5. AnonymousMarch 28, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Bryan I think your embossing turned out perfect I love how honest you are...and share your frustration as I've been there and done that too so your fresh ideas are a huge help....enjoy your trip and thanks for all your awesome ideas love this card so pretty and fresh.

    Joan Smith

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  6. A Cup of Cold WaterMarch 28, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Great card. Love the embossing. Really like the flower you made
    Thanks for sharing
    Susan

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  7. AmylucimarMarch 28, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    i love embossing! that ribbon flower looks awesome!

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  8. moknowsallMarch 28, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    love the colors in your card today. cleaver use of ribbon.

    Maureen

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  9. JANLYNNMarch 28, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    I love your ribbon flower and embossing. Thanks for the idea of useing a border punch to pretty up the outside of envelopes. Your little touches on the inside of your cards and on your envelopes make them so extra special.

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  10. Dakota BearMarch 28, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    The embossing turned out quite well. Love the decorated envelope.

    Have you checked out the human statues along Las Ramblas?

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  11. BethAnnMarch 28, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    The embossing looks great, Bryan. We were in Barcelona for a couple of days last August, before boarding our cruise ship. Fun city, for sure. Your card is just beautiful, and thank you for thinking of us, when you are so busy travelling.BethAnn M.

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  12. The Art of Being KelcifiedMarch 28, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    Great card! The embossing looks great and I love your ribbon embellishment!

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  13. AprilsL8March 28, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    I think it worked great!! Love the ribbon, too!

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  14. ChrisMarch 29, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    Loved the embossing. I am just now getting back into embossing. That is all I did for awhile but never did the clear on clear. I really like it

    Chris

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  15. FabMarch 30, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Hey Bryan, just love this card, I had to feature it on PaperMood.com I hope you don't mind ? Let me know ! X Fab

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  16. SHELLEEApril 3, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    I think your embossing worked perfectly! Very nice card!
    Shellee

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