Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Trying a New Challenge

I'm playing along with a new-to-me sketch challenge from the Outlawz challenge. The sketch looked simple enough and I pulled out my well-loved Serendipity Mustang horse image to create my card.
I used the Sizzix plaid embossing folder, stamping with Memento Rich Cocoa, Potters Clay, and Dessert Sand inks on the top of the embossing folder, and then running it through the Big Kick. I stamped the image on water color paper and colored it with Tombows and an aqua brush. I cut 1" squares diagonally to create the corners, and added a horseshoe charm with a brad. This will make a great card for any guy who likes horses, so I'll add a sentiment when the occasion calls for it to be used.
Thanks for spending a few minutes of your day with me..........have a great Tuesday!

Carol

9 comments:

Mary Anne / MA54K said...

Now I know what image you are speaking of! Gorgeous! Love the way the plaid background came out, and the horseshoe is perfect!

~ Kathy said...

Great take on the sketch! And - oh my goodness - no copics! {grin} I keep popping by for inspiration - maybe I'll get to play a little this weekend after I get my garden planted!

Benzi said...

Wow! You know I LOVE that mustang and your plaid bg is just awesome. Potter's Clay ink is just a favorite of mine. What a beauty you've created! You've used a perfect charm.

Donna Hanley said...

Carol, What a fabulous card. I've got to get that Sizzix Plaid ef. Evrrything you do with that one looks great. Wonderful coloring job. I love your little horseshoe. Talk to you later.

Joanne (jojot) said...

this background you make just leaves me in awe....wonderful backdrop to your image

Marlene said...

Beautiful!! I know a horse lover who would LOVE this card. Gorgeous...and I love the little added charm. too cute!

JD/ Jill said...

I could never get tired of seeing this image, and you did a great job with it...Great coloring!

Elise said...

HOW could you NOT love THOSE EYES! To deny him carrots would be criminal! I LOVE THIS! {Of course, you KNEW that! hee hee} This composition is WONDERFUL and with just the perfect blinged-out accessory: PERFECTION! I give the lady with ALL the talent and BLUE RIBBON! Yeeeeee Haw!

Shannon White said...

oh my gosh! What a gorgeous image! love how you've water colored him, very pretty! Fabulous BG too!

Hugs!
Shannon 8-)