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Wednesday, August 10, 2011

CAS Collage Strikes Again

Using yesterday's Twinkling H2Os technique, I made a background that simply screamed for a collage-style Christmas card.

So that's what I made.


I couldn't get a picture of yesterday's card that showed the pretty shimmer, but for today, I do have a close-up. The colors are a bit off from real life (not so pink, more of a red), but you at least can see the shimmery effect.


The card is 5" square that will fit some ready-made square envelopes I have.  The words are taken from various sets, including Mark's Finest and Ali Edwards (Technique Tuesday). The snowflakes and tree are from Hero Arts.

If you're looking for an unofficial challenge this week, consider making a similar collage card yourself. It's fun to play around with a different look every now and then, and you can still challenge yourself to keep it simple with limited layers and no embellishments, as I've done here.

Must say I'm enjoying my vacation. Just wish I could get some decent pictures of the many bald eagles flying around the lake. It's so wonderful to see them soaring over the cabin and teaching a juvenile to fish. If you're at all interested, I'm posting a few vacation pics on my other blog.
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15 comments:

  1. LindseyAugust 10, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    This may be a new favourite, Susan! I love the colours, layout... everything!

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  2. Virginia L.August 10, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Simply beautiful! Love the collage ideas!

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  3. MichelleAugust 10, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    I love the colours of this card, and I love the design of your images together. I might have to try this myself.
    I will pop over to your other blog, I saw the swimming photo yesterday (reminded me of my kids swimming in the pool in mid-winter, no sense of cold at all!).
    I just posted some photos of trees on my blog, if you'd like to see the colour of Brisbane in winter. :-)
    Michelle.

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  4. Deborah FringsAugust 11, 2011 at 2:12 AM

    This is super - I love using H20s - the colours are fab and the shimmer is just stunning. I like the collage effect in your card.

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  5. SusieAugust 11, 2011 at 3:16 AM

    Awesome and beautiful card. Going over to your other blog now to have a look at your photos.

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  6. KathykAugust 11, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    FAB card Susan

    Kathyk

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  7. CassandraAugust 11, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    My goodness! this is the busiest card you have ever done! Love it though.

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  8. G PeplowAugust 11, 2011 at 5:19 AM

    Hi again, Love the fact that you're getting all free and easy with your designs, it all looks so relaxed. Fab results, have fun, Gay xxx

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  9. FrancieAugust 11, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Really liking this card and technique.

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  10. Colorado CrafterAugust 11, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    I really like this one. Your post yesterday made me want to try this technique and this card makes me want to get out all my Christmas sets and see what I can mix and match. I don't have the Twinkling H2Os, but I have some Glimmer Mists that you mentioned trying. Your background is so pretty I may just have to get some H2Os... have been wanting some anyway! LOL!!

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  11. Vicki DutcherAugust 11, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    I LOVE this collage card!! It HAS TO BE my favorite technique!! :)

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  12. SusanAugust 11, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Wonderful collage card! And I like your idea of an informal challenge to do a collage card - I'm going to try one and I'll post it in my SCS gallery. I've never done a collage card before.

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  13. SueAugust 11, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Brilliant collarge card and lovely colours Luv Sue x

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  14. GisèleAugust 11, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Another beautiful card Susan! I actually CASED your style today and I think you may get a kick out of it. It was a very refreshing change of pace. Ode to Simplicity

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  15. Kristie W. August 12, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    I love this card!! It really looks wonderful!

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Thank you so much for taking time to comment!