Another little tutorial...

Happy Friday everyone! I have gotten a few questions on how I made the background on the following card so I decided to make a little tutorial. I hope you enjoy! Please don't hesitate to let me know if you have any questions or any steps are unclear. :)

Here is the finished card:

This next step is shown on black paper so you can see the technique. This is what you would do with your small, white center panel that you have just sprinkled with white embossing powder (in the previous step).

*Before heating the embossing powder, use a paint brush to brush away sections of the embossing powder for a distressed look.

Finally, add stitching, butterfly, and adhere panels.

Thanks again for stopping by! See you tomorrow with our next "Inspired by..." stamper!

Barb *Day 6*

Here is our last inspiration card from Barb:

Can you believe that this is her first try with Copics?!! I love the shading on the flowers and the grass at the bottom looks awesome, too! The purple is such a regal color choice. Barb's overall design perfectly draws attention to the focal image. Finally, the rounded corners and embossing finish off this beauty of a card!
Here is my take:

Thanks so much everyone for stopping by this week! AND BIG THANKS to Barb for playing along and allowing me to share your talent on my blog! If you haven't been to visit Barb's PHOTOSTREAM be sure to stop by--she updates regularly with her lovely creations!
See you tomorrow, my friends, with a little photo tutorial...
Supplies--Stamps: Flowers (Hero Arts CL374), Sentiment (Hero Arts CL351), Text (Hero Arts K5344), Grass (Stampin' Up); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), White Gel Pen (Sakura); Other: Misc. Cardstock and Embroidery Floss, Glossy Accents (Ranger), Corner Rounder (EK Success), Hero Hues Notecard (Hero Arts) *THANKS KATHY!*, Swiss Dots Embossing Folder (ProvoCraft for Cuttlebug)

OOPS!

**edited to add- I finally have it posted! Click HERE for the complete post! :) **

Hi friends! I just realized I forgot to upload the picture of my card for today! LOL! I will upload it as soon as I can, but until then I know you will enjoy Barb's card! :)

Barb *Day 5*

Here is today's card by Barb:

I love the unique way Barb has used this Hero Arts grass stamp! By stamping it in white on that beautiful blue she has added a bit of magic to her scene! It reminds me of a warm, starry, summer night. The organza ribbon complements Barb's color scheme. Finally, Barb always pays close attention to details like the tiny pearls on the butterflies!
Here is my take:

See you tomorrow with our last day with Barb! Thanks for popping by!
Supplies--All Stamps Hero Arts (Fern K5314, Sentiment CL156); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Black Ink (Stampin' Up); Other: Scallop Punch (Fiskars), Misc. Cardstock and Thread

Barb *Day 4*

Here is today's inspiration card by Barb:Pretty, dainty, and feminine- this card is the epitome of all three! Barb's fantastic shading on the background flowers looks so realistic! The embossed background looks great, too! Finally, it's the little things that Barb always remembers which make this card outstanding-- rounded corners, pretty pearls, and delicious ribbon!

Here is my take. I was especially inspired by the overall layout of Barb's card. :)

Supplies--All Stamps Hero Arts (CL351, CG146, K5344); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger); Other: Misc. Ribbon and Paper Flower, Butterfly Punch (Fiskars), Dimensional Adhesive (All Night Media), Metallic Decor (Hero Arts), Misc. Cardstock

Barb *Day 3*

This next card by Barb is sure to knock your socks off:
The purple and gold color scheme of this card caught my eye immediately! I love how again, Barb, the master of distressing, has created a glowing center. It's the perfect place to put that GORGEOUS rose! Finally, the subtle flourish on the purple background is a lovely hint of pattern!

Here is my take:Thanks for looking and stopping by! See you tomorrow, my friends!
Supplies--All Stamps Hero Arts (CL400, CL272); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), White Gel Pen (Sakura), Copic Markers (BV00, Y08, YR68); Other: Dahlia Die Cut (Nestabilities), Misc. Cardstock and Thread

Barb *Day 2*

Here is our next card by Barb:

This is another example of Barb's amazing coloring and distressing skills! I love how her floral image seems to glow from behind. The lilac is colored with the most perfect shades of purple, pink, and lavender. And did you see the subtle stamping in the background? Such an elegant touch!

Here is my take:

Thanks AGAIN for stopping by and leaving such lovely comments. Barb's cards definitely are a HIT! :) See you tomorrow!

Supplies--Stamps: Flower (Rubber Stampede), Text (Hero Arts K5344), Sentiment (Inkadinkado); Ink: Distress Ink (Tim Holtz/Ranger), Copic Markers (BV00, B29, B34), Black Ink (Stampin' Up), White Gel Pen (Sakura); Other: Pearls (Recollections), Misc. Cardstock and Thread