Tuesday, April 19, 2011

TMS#90: Surprise Pop-Up Card



Good Tuesday morning! No sketch from Melissa at Tuesday Morning Sketches this week, but a technique challenge instead. I will have to admit, I am not much for techniques.... I don't have a lot of patience.... Surprisingly, I will concede that I did find this one to be rather fun though! You can view a tutorial here; there is also a YouTube video link towards the end of the tutorial. I had more luck watching the video. Also, I would recommend using a piece of scratch paper to practice with before breaking out the "good stuff"!


I colored my image with pencils and then applied a LOT of glitter.... Glitter...it makes me happy! Since my DP is pretty busy, I kept the layering and embellishing to a minimum; just some simple felt flowers with buttons. The real fun with this card is when you pull up the tag to expose the hidden message. How fun is that? Now that I have learned how, I think I may be using this technique again....


Image/Sentiment: Stamping Bella

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Sakura Black Gel Pen

Paper: PTI Stamper's Select, Fine Linen and Dark Chocolate, Heidi Grace Designs DP

Embellies: Barbara Trombley's Art Glitter in "Angel Dust", Doodlebug Glitter (brown), PTI Dark Chocolate Twill and Buttons, PTI Raspberry Fizz, Fine Linen, Simply Chartreuse, and Hawaiian Shores Felt

Extras: Prismas/Crayolas/Goo Gone, Spellbinder's Nestabilities, Corner Chomper, The Cat's Pajama's CutUp Die, DMC Floss, Red Line Tape, EK Success 3D Dots


I can't wait to see what the rest of the DT has crafted using this fun technique; I hope to see you play along too!


Thanks for stopping by today!


Angela

12 comments:

Imke said...

Angela, this is such a cute image and i love all the glitter !! I have never tried this technique but the cards looks so beautiful- i will give it a try !!

Kathy said...

Angela, this is really cute, love that image, and the felt flowers add a sweet touch. Great card. Your advice was good, I tried it on scrap paper before I did the final cuts, too!

Amy said...

This is adorable! I love that image and the way you glittered the flower petals. Surprise pop-up cards are pretty easy--they take a little extra time but the WOW factor is worth it!

Theresa said...

Hi Angela, your card is simply fabulous. I love all the glitter. Although you said the DP is busy - I think it's perfect!! Excellent.

Linda Palmer said...

I love this cute image and all the glitter. I am going to check out the instructions, but not much good on techniques. You did a great job on a very cute card.

Chris said...

omg that image is too cute!! and your card is adorable!!

Jackie Randolph said...

Fabulous job with the technique Angela!! Your image is adorable and the busy papers are perfect. Love the glitter definitely makes one a happy crafter!! Have a great week!

Anonymous said...

I really need to try one of those - you've inspired me! Love the coloring and the glitter just makes it shine - perfect for spring!

Awesome card Angela!

Donelda said...

While I used to love trying new techniques, these days I'm not very adventursome. But this card turned out so cool I might have to try it! Love all the bright colors and the dark of the background paper!!

Jessica G. said...

Sweet card, Angela! Adorable image, gorgeous DP, and such a fun technique. And I love the glitters!!

Larissa said...

A very fun card! Love all the glitter you used on the image!

Unknown said...

I have not done this type of card in a long time that is about to change;) This is beautiful!