Saturday, June 2, 2012

Mystical and Very Magical

My mind did wander off into the land of "Make Believe" with the newest challenge at Fashionable Stamping Challenges.  The stamps I used are from Stampin Up and are pretty old ones at that.  I remember bidding on these on eBay, because I thought they were so full of magic and imagination and just felt I had to have them!  Here is how this came together and I sure hope you will pull out whatever "Mystical and Magical" stamps you have and join in this fun challenge, where we get to be kids for a day!  Please stop by FSC, because I know you will want to see what my magical DT Sisters have created and don't forget there is always a prize!
I stamped my images on manila paper using Black Stazon and then colored the images using Stamping Up Markers.  Went over some of the colored areas with Spica Glitter Pens, which the little extra shimmer does show through.  After that dried, I covered all stamped and colored images with the VersaMark Pen and then clear embossed.  I wanted the extra little 3-D effect!  I also stamped some extra mushrooms and the bird, cut out and glued down.  I then colored a background stamp with Distress Inks (Antique Linen, Bundled Sage, Stormy Sky, Tumbled Glass), by rubbing the ink pads directly onto the stamp.  After that was done, I quickly used the blending tool to move some color, gave it a light spray of water and stamped over the images.  The back panel was freezer paper I used alcohol inks on some time back to use as a gift wrap!  So that was actually recycled and I cut a couple of mini butterflies to add.  The metal was embossed and tied down with some threads and then I added a mix of  chunky/fine glitter, seed beads and micro beads using Glossy Accents.
Thank you so much for stopping by and I sure hope to see you at FSC!  Have a great Sunday!

32 comments:

Yvonne Garner said...

Hi Terry! You nailed it with your card! Very magical feeling exuded. Feels like forever since we have been in touch. Hope all is well. Best, Yvonne

Debi said...

so cool Terry!!! love this magical card- just perfect for the challenge, debi x

Shelly Schmidt said...

I do not think I have ever seen this SU set- it is fabulous and you have done a magical job creating with it- Oh you have done a wonderful job with the coloring- and the back panel of AI's- so pretty!!!

Ink Art Designs said...

Wow Terri, this is awesome! I absolutely love the stamps, and the scene that you have created is telling a beautiful, magical story!!! The AI in the background just adds the most amazing finishing touch...gorgeous...on all levels!
Dot x

Unknown said...

WOW!! This looks amazing. I Love that image and you colored it perfectly. And that background and glitter are all so yummy. I have to say you rocked this challenge my friend..

Hugs~

Silvia(Barnie) said...

Terry, that's not only a magical it's really a wonderful card. I love all the details.

Valerie-Jael said...

Magical piece, very pretty! Valerie

Mrs.B said...

Fabulous card Terry, Love the images and the little scene you have created. The AI sheet is beautiful! Great detail with the seed beads. Love it!
Have a great wekend.
Avril xx

Cath Wilson said...

Beautiful work and I love that little girl and the bird! What a fab image. Shame to cover that gorgeous background, though - looks wonderful x

Jenny Marples said...

Just stunning. Love the background, the colouring on the images and the glitter/beading as it really adds and ethereal feel to the whole piece. Thanks for sharing - will now wing over to the FSC blog. Hugs, Buttons x

Unknown said...

Wow Terry, such a dreamy, romantic, magical, mystical creation this is! Love it!

Netty said...

Beautiful fairy magic Terry, loving your gorgeous card, Annette x

Sharon said...

This is beautiful Terry!!

Sugar Lump Studios said...

magical indeed! the details and colors are amazing Terry! Any Princess of the Pea would highly desire! :) Always love your gorgeous work m'dear! I hope you have a magical Sunday! xoxo

Jan Hennings said...

Love this Terry! What a fun challenge :)

Sandra said...

This magical card is beautiful. It's a little fairytale!

Vada said...

Wow Terry, what a fresh look.
Wonderful Work.
Hugs Vada

Brenda Brown said...

This is a gorgeous card Terry, love the stamps and the alcohol ink background looks amazing.
Hope you are having a great weekend.
hugs {brenda} xox

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous card Terry, the alcohol ink background on freezer paper is stunning ! Sue C x

Ephemera said...

Hi Terry, your card is absolutely gorgeous, I can see why you wanted these stamps they are really special and have created a truly magical feel. xx

Marjie Kemper said...

OMG Terry this is too cool. That metal word strip is unbelievable embossed!!! You GO, girl... what a creative idea. And I know just the stamp that wants some ink for this one....

Asia King (aka Joanna K) said...

Terry, this is AMAZING!!! And truly magical - absolutely gorgeous scene my friend! xx

Carol W. said...

So beautiful, love the various techniques and colors are fabulous TFS

Michele said...

your creation is full of delightful magic! the rich bacground coloring is perfect. i'm inspired. i may even hop over to FSC and see if i can play this round!

Gio said...

Your card is so magical, Terry. And lovely!

Jingle said...

WOW! This is absolutely wonderful!

1CardCreator said...

This looks quite magical indeed! Beautiful stamps and techniques.

Anonymous said...

Hi Terry
I've really missed being part of FSC this time around.
Oh my word this is remarkable. It reminds me of a book illustration, the detail and colouring.
Wishes to you
Lynne

pooky said...

Hey Terry!!! Your card is gorgeous!!! I love Fairies and mushrooms! Tfs!
♥Bev

Lynn Stevens said...

Terry your card is Magical and love the quote!
Hugs Lynn

lilscrappers said...

STunning work! Love your site and I am signing up to keep my eye on you :)

Lisa said...

First of all, I really like the card -- a lot of technique on there...very cool. Secondly, I didn't know you could use freezer paper in conjunction with AIs?! I SO have to try that. =) TFS, I hope you're doing well.

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