Mar 07 2011
Howdy …. in Lots of Layers!
Welcome to the brand new week! This week the Outlines team has been challenged to use “Lots of Layers” on our projects, and also to use “Smooch” shimmer as well.
I’m using the Split Layering Collage – Howdy (H-1061) stamp today. In order to pop up so many of the 
varied elements, I stamped the entire image 3 times with Memento Tuxedo Black ink. Some of the elements are only popped up with one extra layer, while the pottery, coyote, and “Howdy” were colored 3 times, with 2 popped up layers for even more dimension.
This was my first experience with Smooch paints (Apple Green) . It’s so easy to use, and the applicator tip allows for very small amounts if you like. The color & shimmer are lovely in person! I’ve added the Smooch to the pottery, cactus 
spines, coyote decor, and on the sentiment + surrounding decor.
The background texture utilizes a Cuttlebug herringbone embossing folder, while the rick rack also adds a similar texture in its weave.
You’re invited to check out the blogs of my design team colleagues for even more creative inspiration as well: Jeanne Streiff, Jenny Gropp, Lisa Silver, Robin Kirkpatrick, & Sandy Hulsart. I hope you like today’s project! Thanks so much for your moments here as well as your thoughts. Here’s to a great week for each of you!
9 responses so far
Bev, this is wonderful, I love all the earthy colors and how you added the herringbone and ric rac elements. Great job.
I love this Bev. What a fun card with so much color and interest.
Bev… my sis lives in AZ and would LOVE this card! Is there anyway you would concider selling it? It’s beautiful.. so I would totally understand if not..but had to ask:)
Fabulous Southwestern card, Bev – perfect for a Texas girl! Love those colors and your popped up layers. The herringbone texture and ric rac are wonderful touches!
Love the ric rac stripe you paired up with this! Fun card and thevlittle cacti along the bottom…. Too cute!
Lovin’ all the detail and dimension and texture and fabulous rich warm colors. This is beautiful, Bev!
Hi Bev!
I saw this on SCS and had to come take a peek at the rest of the pictures.
Lots of work and layering but it is stunning!
Bigs hugs,
True 😀
I’m sorry I missed commenting last week, because this is such a gem! I love the Southwest colors and all that dimension!!! Love it!
Love, love, love southwestern motif.