CAS(e) This Sketch #380

Today I'm playing along with the folks at the CAS(e) This Sketch challenge blog.  The sketch this week is very different and I've had a lot of fun watching to see everyone's take on it.

Any guesses as to what I saw in the design?

Ha!  Yep, Shark Time!  

I began the card with an ink blended stencil technique I first saw on Instagram by MFT designers Laura Devalo and Jodi Collins.  The stencil they used is a part of  MFT's latest release.  I ordered it immediately *blush* but because I don't yet have it, I did some improvising with a different stencil as inspired by my dear friend Michele.  I ink blended onto the stencil, turning it several times to get the water effect.  Very cool.  

In order to get the shark in the right position for the sketch I had to do some mirror stamping.  I find that I get the best results with this technique if I use a crisp black pigment ink so I heat set it with clear embossing powder prior to some careful Copic coloring.  I curved the sentiment along the line of the shark, matted the panel on a piece of black card stock and finished it off with some clear droplets.  

Here's a peek at the inside of the card....

  

This one was really fun to make and I love getting new inspiration for my favorite well loved stamps.

Supplies:

Avery Elle - Shark Hugs stamp set (shark)

Avery Elle - Hello Chum stamp set (greeting)

Avery Elle - Celebraytion stamp set (cupcake)

Vicky Boutin - stencil

Distress Oxide - Tumbled Glass

I'm off to see just which card challenge inspires me next!

Stay safe and healthy my friends!  

_________________________________________________________________________

Thank you for visiting my little crevice of the crafty blogosphere.  Your time, comments and friendship are much appreciated.  

Happy Crafting!

Jules