Saturday, May 28, 2016

Make it Monday #250: Masked Backgrounds



Well, hello! I've been MIA for quite awhile, as I've been dealing with some fairly serious health issues. However, I am glad to be able to finally make and post a card for this week's challenge.

I'm loving the new faith-themed stamps that PTI is coming out with, and have recently made a few cards, just for me. I've never done this before, as they're always for other people, but I am needing these reminders that God is always with us, especially through the storms. However, this card is going to a friend, who is also dealing with health issues.

I masked off the edges of some watercolour paper, then sponged with Aqua Mist, Hawaiian Shores and Tropical Teal inks. Finally, I splattered with water. I used Betsy's new Inspired: Praise stamps and dies to make this card.

For the inside, I chose a sentiment from A Cheerful Heart.

And finally, here is one of the cards I made for myself. I watercoloured this panel awhile back, but just recently added the sentiments. (Stamp: Mondo Hydrangea, from EH)



11 comments:

  1. Your cards are gorgeous!! I agree, sometimes we not only need reminders of God's faithfulness...we need a card just for us! So glad you are doing better!

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  2. Kathryn, so sorry to hear about serious health issues but thrilled to see you creating. Both cards are striking and so elegant with a beautiful message. Take care of yourself, my dear...wish I could help. 😒

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  3. I missed you, hope you are feeling better! LOVE your cards, the ink on the 1st one is GORGEOUS--great color! And that Praise die is heavenly! Your water colored Hydrangea is beyond beautiful!!! They're both stunning in their own ways! Be well, my friend! xo~

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  4. What an interesting and inviting concept to create cards for oneself, instead of others. I think I ought to try it! Your cards are most beautiful, I really like the mint color achieved on your first.

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  5. Beautiful cards and lovely color selections on both. Hope you're feeling better soon!

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  6. Beautiful, beautiful cards Kathryn! I'm sorry to hear you've been having health issues...am sending prayers and hugs your way!! :0)

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  7. These are just awesome, the colors, the sentiment, the designs. I had no idea you are sick and wish you a speedy speedy and complete recovery. Much love to you dear one!!!!

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  8. both cards are beautiful- well done

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  9. Kathryn, your cards are simply beautiful.
    I love the pretty colors.

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  10. Kathryn, your MIM card is inspired - gorgeous blues, which I'm really loving right now. But, oh my goodness, that watercoloured panel is spectacular! I don't know what inks/paints you used, but that card sings. Truly beautiful. Hope you're feeling a little better? Any new results in? Love you.

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