Thursday, October 9, 2014

Halloween Cards for The Card Concept and The Paper Players

Sharing two more Halloween cards with you all today.  The first is for a challenge for The Card Concept.  I went with Freestyle Collage for this card, which is not my regular style (stepping outside of the box). 


I did all of my stamping on the pattern paper, stamping with Versafine black ink and then clear embossing.  For the mummy, I used a white gel pen between the embossed lines.  I love how he turned out. My sentiment is recessed, and I used a few sequins to add some additional interest, including one to provide the glow of the lantern.  


My second card was created using a set from Simon Says Stamp.  This was my first attempt at creating a background with my Copic Markers.  (Yes, I need some practice there!)  I'm entering this card in The Paper Players challenge for this week, which was to create a Halloween card. 


I love how this card came together in the end.  Love the spider!  Love the sentiment!  Love the washi tape!  


I can't wait to play with more of my Halloween stamps. 



Supplies Used - Happy Hauntings
Cardstock:  Stampin' Up, Neenah
Pattern Paper:  Doodlebug
Stamps:  Close To My Heart Moonlight Workshop
Dies:  Costumed Pets from Simon Says Stamp
Ink:  Stampin' Up, Versafine and Stampin' Up Clear Embossing Powder
Other:  Pretty Pink Posh Sequins and Signo White Gel Pen


Supplies Used - Trick or Treat
Cardstock:  Stampin' Up, Neenah
Pattern Paper:  Doodlebug
Stamps:  Costumed Pets from Simon Says Stamp and All Around Halloween from My Creative Time
Dies:  Costumed Pets from Simon Says Stamp and Just Simply Live from My Creative Time
Ink:  Memento, Stampin' Up and Copic Markers
Other:  Pretty Pink Posh Sequins and Queen & Company Washi Tape




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8 comments:

  1. Ann SchachOctober 9, 2014 at 6:15 PM

    Both cards are wonderful, but oh my gosh...Your Paper Players entry is absolutely adorable! I love the mummy puppy. The little spider is the perfect touch. Thanks for playing with The Paper Players!

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  2. Jenni's JemsOctober 10, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    Two great cards but my favourite is the mummy one and a real clever idea to use a gel pen !x

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  3. laurieOctober 10, 2014 at 3:52 PM

    Both cards are awesome..such fun for Halloween!

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  4. Claire BroadwaterOctober 10, 2014 at 5:00 PM

    Oh, both of your cards are perfect! I love both mummy's! Such a clever idea to use a gel pen, too! Thank you for joining us at The Paper Players this week! XX

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  5. sue t.October 12, 2014 at 2:00 PM

    Ahhhh great job with the free style- it is one I fear!! Bravo!! Thanks for joining us at the Card Concept!

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  6. Keep It Sweet and SimpleOctober 12, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    Love both of your cards, but that little, mummy, dog stole my heart.
    Definitely ''too cute to spook' :-)
    Caroline xxx

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  7. KerinOctober 13, 2014 at 5:43 PM

    I love both cards! Super cute dog & the mummy is awesome! Thanks for joining us this week at The Card Concept :)

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  8. GeriOctober 13, 2014 at 10:19 PM

    Two fabulous cards that speak volumes for your creativity....like the white gel pen between the embossed lines that adds contrast & texture, the orange sequin in the lamp post, the recessed sentiment, the beautiful copic background (which I think looks AWESOME), the mix of polka dot & hound's tooth dp, the wee EMBOSSED PAW PRINT...great attention to detail!!!

    Thanks so much for choosing to "step outside the box" and try a new style, & for sharing your creation with us at the Card Concept Challenge :)

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