Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Grungy Monday #8 and Gingersnap Creations 101

"Save a horse ride a cowboy" is what this card brings to my mind!  We are challenged to use Cowboys and Cowgirls at Gingersnap Creations, so I went with the Cowboy theme!  For Grungy Monday, Linda has us playing and splattering with inks using Tim's September Technique Challenge.  Now Mr. Holtz used Adirondack Dye Ink Pads, but since I only had a couple of colors, I went with Distress Inks!  I did distress my image backgrounds after the splattering and stamping.  The blue background paper, I added to the puddle to give it kind of a leather type look.  Of course, I covered most of it up.  We used Tim's Typeset Alphabet die and corners from the ATC die.  I was going to make a tag, but then decided this would be a birthday card or Father's Day card for my DH, who is a far cry from a "Cowboy."
Inks used, Archival Black, Distress Inks, Chipped Sapphire, Stormy Sky, Tumbled Glass, Black Soot, Walnut Stain, Vintage Photo.
My friend, Tracy is having a blog candy offering.  Now if you don't know Tracy, you really should take the time.  She is a riot and a really cool person, not to mention she is guest designer for the "Altered Alice" this week, which reminds me to get creating something!

I also received a consolation prize from another Blogger friend, Lisa, over at LoveLee Notes!  She had a blog giveaway and even though I did not win, she wanted to thank me!  Lisa sent me the sweetest little box of tea conversation cards and a precious card.  Was that lovelee or what?  Lisa offers some interesting tips from time to time, so take a visit!  Thank you, Lisa!
Wishing you all a wonderful week.  Your visits and comments are always appreciated!
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32 comments:

  1. Jean Franks BeckMay 24, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Wow! Gorgeous cowboy card! I love how it's so distressed and worn looking - your techniques were perfect, and they turned out beautifully.

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  2. PetraBMay 24, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    This is awesome, love the techniques you used and even more the results !

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  3. NettyMay 24, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Oh wow this is awesome Terry. So pleased I can comment at long last.
    Annette x

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  4. Lucy EdmondsonMay 24, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Great cowboy card!

    Lucy x

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  5. MeggymayMay 24, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Super piece, love the cowboy stamp.Yvonne x

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  6. cherylMay 24, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    oh hun love this,what a brilliant design,love the stamp and the detail is amazing love it hugs cheryl xxxxx

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  7. Lisa SomervilleMay 24, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Fab western themed card, love all the distressing!

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  8. Gerri HerbstMay 24, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Incredible project just love everything adout it, your techniques, your images and your colors. Thanks for playing with us at Gingersnap creations

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  9. Marjie KemperMay 24, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Wow, Terry, this is flipping gorgeous!!!! The brads in the photo corners is such a neat effect and your colors are gorgeous.

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  10. Cindy AdkinsMay 24, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    Wow, how gorgeous, Terry!! And how sweet of your friend.
    XO

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  11. HeatherMay 24, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    This is awesome Terry! That Cowboy is awesome! Love the whole feel of your card!

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  12. ToniMay 24, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Terry this turned out awesome... just love all the details involved. That stamp did well with this technique... BEAUTIFUL job !!!!!

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  13. LisaMay 25, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    Terry, you are so sweet! That was such a nice post--I'm so glad you liked the cards. I created each one with a different photo background and various trivia bits.

    And I gotta say, I love that cowboy themed card. The colors look great with all the technique you used! I don't have but one archival ink so I doubt I'll get some in time to play, but I enjoy looking.

    Also, I gotta tell ya--I was able to get most of the Alice unmounted stamps, except the rabbit =( so I'm hoping to check out Altered Alice (soon as I've had a chance to play). Woo Hoo--thanks for inspiring me!

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  14. Sue WestMay 25, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    Wow, Terry, this is awesome. Love the cowboy. Fabulous.
    Sue xx

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  15. Valerie-JaelMay 25, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    Great tag with the cowboy, looks really vintage, and what a lovely present you got - enjoy! Hugs, Valerie

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  16. PamMay 25, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    Love your card Terry! That would fit in nicely around our house! And what a lovely gift you recieved!
    Pam

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  17. Jan HenningsMay 25, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    I love this and all of its grungy goodness :) I actually was so sore for a couple days at the end of last week...LOL!

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  18. JoAnneMay 25, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Love the grungy cowboy-great colors Terry!

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  19. JingleMay 25, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    This is SO fantastic!!! I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE it!

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  20. 1CardCreatorMay 25, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Gorgeous card Terry! I love the inks and colors, they look fantastic, and I love, love love the way that lettering looks! You are so talented!

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  21. Brenda BrownMay 25, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    I love how you have combined these challenges Terry and the outcome is fabulous. Lots of gorgeous inkiness and great colours.
    luv and hugs {brenda} xoxox

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  22. AnonymousMay 25, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Hi Terry
    What a fabulous piece of art. The colours are perfection.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  23. UnknownMay 25, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Yeehaww! Your cowboy card is gorgeous Terry! You're such a skilled stamper! Love your happy mail, too! Enjoy!

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  24. NanMay 25, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    Wonderful card..love these colors!
    I had to double check your new avatar...used to seeing those cute fuzzy ears!

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  25. 2amscrapperMay 25, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    wonderful creation! It works so well for the Gingersnap Creations challenge!

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  26. JaneMay 25, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Being from the wild wild west - I can totally appreciate your card. The technique worked perfectly with your stamps.

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  27. Maria OntiverosMay 25, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Love this! Really have to get in touch with my inner cowgirl before the ginger theme changes.

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  28. Crafty Chick DesignsMay 26, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    This is great! The stamp works so well w/this technique. And all your little details, exquisite. Thanks for becoming a follower of mine last week! I was trying to become one of yours but it doesn't seem to be an option right now! I'll be back.

    Debbie C

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  29. The Craft Cupboard Under the StairsMay 28, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Awesome stuff Terry! Gotta love that cowboy!

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  30. Linda LedbetterMay 28, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Okay, I'm still laughing over the opening line of this post! Bet there are a lot of cowboys around my part of the country who'd love to have THAT on a bumper sticker!

    This card is amazing, Terry! The GM technique is perfect with that cowboy stamp, and the design is beyond cool! You've completely rocked the antique, old West feel, and your guy is certainly going to love this.

    That IS a lovely gift! Much deserved, too. :-)

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  31. AnonymousMay 29, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Wowee! Great job on the challenge, love the cowboy stamp for the piece. great job

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  32. Evelyn S.June 18, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    I'm about a month late commenting on this...but this cowboy card is fantastic! I've read and re-read your post, but can't find stamp credits. I am really interested in owning these images.

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