Monday 3 December 2018

Brushos Christmas

Hello and Welcome
This is a simple card that came together easily with the help of my Brushos and some white embossing powder.
For those of you still needing to make a few last minute cards, this sure fits the bill.

I began with a piece of heavy white cardstock.  I like to use it as I find the inks sit on the surface instead of soaking in.  You could totally use some watercolour paper as well with great results too.
I placed the Poinsettia Sketch stamp into my Misti, inked it up with some Versamark then sprinkled on some white embossing powder and heat set.  The white embossing powder works as the perfect resist for the inks.
Next, I sprinkle some Brushos lightly over my card panel....less is more as these are so highly pigmented, then sprayed with some water.  Using a wet paintbrush, I moved some of the wet ink around, highlighting some areas more then others.
When that was dry, I stamped the sentiment, added a few drops of Nuvo  and mounted it all onto a plain white card base.


Thanks so much for coming by and taking a look.

Adding my card to these challenges:
Simon Says Wed.- ANYTHING GOES
CAS Mix Up- EMBOSS RESIST
(emboss resist, Brushos, watercolouring)


Supplies
Stamps- Poinsettia Sketch (Impression Obsession); Seasons Greeting (Recollections)
Inks- Versamark; Tuxedo Black Memento
Paper- heavy white (Scribes Nook)
Accessories and Tools- Misti (My Sweet Petunia); Brushos; Mister (TH); paint brush; 
white Embossing Powder; heat tool; Nuvo Drops

32 comments:

Annie said...

Karen, this card is a BEAUTY! I want to give this is try (when I get back to my paper arts mode). Thank you for explaining your process. Now to try getting your card into my Pinterest so that I can remember I want to do this technique.

Joanne Hoffmann said...

This is absolutely stunning, Karen! Gonna pin it rught now!

Ellibelle said...

An amazing card Karen. I need to get some Brushos but just ordered some distress oxides!

Pat said...

The colours are so pretty Karen and the white embossed poinsettias stand out and look fabulous and all in shades of blue and green Brushos. x

Donna Ellis said...

Oh, Karen! It's exquisite! I love your color choices and the beautiful poinsettias! hugs, de

Susan said...

So beautiful in those shades of blue and green - I love it!! Great free flowing use of the brushos with the white embossing.

Jan said...

Excellent use of the Brusho...sooooooo pretty!!! TFS

Gail said...

So gorgeous! Need to give my neglected Brushos some love. Thanks for the inspiration!

Nancy Soetaert said...

love your card!

Cheryl Robertson said...

Beautiful card! I just received Brushos for my birthday. Can’t wait to try this technique.

Anonymous said...

I love the blues and greens. I have made cards like this before but I only used one color. I'm going to mix them up and see what happens. It's a beautiful card. TFS

Jeanne H said...

This card is particularly lovely and makes a great Christmas card. I think I will CASE it. Thanks for sharing.

Mac Mable said...

Wow what a stunning effect. The colours of the Brusho's are so unique and love the technique you've used. One very special card. Thank you for the step by step too x

Mac Mable said...

Thank you for joining in the CAS Mix Up Challenge with your beautiful and unique card Karen x

CherylQuilts said...

Ooh, Karen, this is GORGEOUS! The colors are amazing, and this poinsettia stamp is perfect. I love the gradation and how you've moved the color around. Simply and elegantly stunning! Hugs and love, sweet friend! xoxo

Carolyn L said...

WOW! This is one of the prettiest poinsettia cards I've ever seen! Your mastery of Brushoes is phenomenal. It certainly gives us something gorgeous to aim for. Thank you for this delight to the eyes!

Ina G said...

What a beautiful result you got from those Brusho's Karen. Great variation of colours. Just stunning!

Bonnie said...

This is GORGEOUS, Karen! I love the blues and green and how the petals are darker than the surrounding area! It doesn't look easy, my friend! Thanks so much for sharing this with us at CAS Mix Up!

JanR said...

Beautiful! The colours are gorgeous!

Christine Alexander said...

Stunning Karen, really makes me want to pull out my brushos.

Loll said...

Gorgeous card Karen. Your poinsettias with the brushos look amazing. A piece of art! xx

kiwimeskreations said...

Wow - you ruse of brushos is amazing, and this is one stunning card
Blessings
Maxine

cuilliesocks said...

Stunning card Karen, beautifully coloured and stamped, Kate x

nancy littrell said...

OMG, Karen..your heat embossed poinsettia watercolored with Brushos is absolutely Stunning!!! I love your color choices and your light touch with your Brushos. Beautiful stamped sentiment in the lighter area too. TFS my friend. Happy Holidays, Nancy

Susan Joyce said...

Such a beautiful and artsy design Karen, I love every design element.

Lizzie Dzadiek said...

Beautiful card would love to give this a try, feeling inspired

Jo said...

This colour scheme of poinsettias totally works for me, in fact I love this. TFS this brilliant approach. A beauty.
Merry Christmas to you and yours xx

Papercraft Boutique said...

Wow, I love these blue poinsettias! The Brusho blend/mix is so beautiful and and the sentiment is in the perfect spot!
Hidekoxx

Robyn Oliver said...

Beautiful card Karen, love the effect of the Brushos with the white embossing.....seems I'm going to have to practice a bit with Brushos, I just this

Bobby said...

Gorgeous, Karen. The play of colors looks like the sun shining through giving a glow to the background and letting the poinsettia stand out.

Julia Aston said...

What a beautiful mix of blues and greens in your brushos Karen - a lovely watery look with the white embossed image!

Ruby said...

Whoever gets this card is a lucky person. It is stunning Karen.