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Monday, March 23, 2015

City Crafter Challenge Week #254 "Let's Go Ombre"

Hello everyone,

It is time for a new challenge at City Crafter Challenge Blog!
This week's host is Ros and she would like to see projects with ombre effect added to either entire card or detail on it...
Here is the inspiration photo and you can chose any shade:



I went with blue shades, my favorite :)


I used a damask stencil and inked the base with Faded Jeans Distress Ink. That is where I incorporated my ombre effect. I went from heavy applied ink to very light to get that fading effect...


Even my handmade flowers are ombre :)


The shabby bow was hand died with Faded Jeans Distress Ink.


I added a wooden swirl that I painted white and a Happy Birthday sentiment printed on vellum...mixture of textures gives it quite a nice look, I think.


One more look at the finished card...

Darnell is our guest designer for the month of March. Please stop by her lovely blog to check out her fabulous creations. :)
And of course check out my teammies' amazing work:



and

Stella

This past weekend I had an honor of meeting Kirsty for the first time. We both live in Las Vegas but never had a chance to meet. We had nice lunch and got to know each other better...
What a treat that was for me!!



I hope you enjoyed this post...
Have a wonderful day and thanks for stopping by...
Samra
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40 comments:

  1. KarrenMarch 23, 2015 at 10:23 PM

    This is gorgeous! I love how you've used the blue ink in varying "depths" to give the ombre effect.

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    1. SamraMarch 24, 2015 at 1:48 PM

      Thank you so much Karren :) Good to see you stopped by!! Hugs :)

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  2. Kirsty VittetoeMarch 23, 2015 at 11:10 PM

    Such lovely work Samra! It was delightful meeting you too! Let's do it again next month!

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    1. SamraMarch 24, 2015 at 1:49 PM

      :) Thank you Kirsty :) Yes, we'll definitely have to meet again, next month just let me know!

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  3. Nikki ActonMarch 23, 2015 at 11:41 PM

    Oh wow, that card is just stunning Samra xx

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  4. Mrs BeezMarch 24, 2015 at 12:14 AM

    This is just stunning Samra.

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  5. Ros CrawfordMarch 24, 2015 at 3:49 AM

    Very lovely card Samra ... beautiful flowers!

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  6. PamelliaMarch 24, 2015 at 4:24 AM

    Gorgeous Samra! What a genius idea to incorporate the ombre into your stencil design, love it! Fabulous choice with the blue and your flowers are amazing! Another stunning shabby chic work of art my friend! What a treat that you get to meet Kirsty in person, hope you had a wonderful time. Hugs :)

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    1. SamraMarch 24, 2015 at 1:51 PM

      Hi there!!! Thank you so much for bringing extra sunshine to my day! I am glad you like my card :) I had great time having lunch with Kirsty! She is one wonderful lady!

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  7. UnknownMarch 24, 2015 at 4:38 AM

    This has to be one of the most beautiful cards - EVER!! I love the stunning colours and soft textures you've added - BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) And how great you have Darnell guest designing she does the most amazing CAS cards!!
    Hugs
    Georgie xx

    PS my card is up on ASOI - sorry times were slightly out xx

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    1. SamraMarch 24, 2015 at 1:53 PM

      Awwww Georgie :) Thank you so much for such a sweet comment :) I truly appreciate it! I already checked out the tag you made and is my absolute favorite!!! You truly know how to create amazing art!!!

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  8. Gabrielle PollaccoMarch 24, 2015 at 5:12 AM

    Oh my!! Its gorgeous!!! I love that fresh color combo, so delicate and beautiful!! xo

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    1. SamraMarch 24, 2015 at 1:55 PM

      OK, I must have died and ended up in heaven!!! Gabrielle Pollacco visited my little blog!!! OMG I am so thrilled and honored!!! I am so glad you like my card Gabrielle :) Thank you soooo much for stopping by and taking time to leave me a comment! Hugs :)

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  9. MariaMarch 24, 2015 at 10:19 AM

    Gorgeous card with the lovely flowers in blue! And, how awesome that you met with Kirsty for lunch!:-)

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    1. SamraMarch 24, 2015 at 1:56 PM

      Hi Maria :) I wish you contacted me when you were in town on vacation, I would have loved to meet you. I am glad you like my card :) and meeting Kirsty was such an honor!!! She is one wonderful lady!

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  10. DarnellMarch 24, 2015 at 10:39 AM

    How fun that you and Kirsty got a chance to meet IRL!! That is the BEST! Thank you for sharing the pretty photo! Your ombre blues are so fabulous on your card, Samra! There is so much texture and design details!! Thank you for letting me play again this week at CCCB!! Hugs, Darnell

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    1. SamraMarch 24, 2015 at 1:57 PM

      It is such an honor to have you with us Darnell!!! Your creations are amazing! I am glad you like my little card and YES meeting someone in person is the best and talking about life, family and crafting, time just flew by!

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  11. Julia AstonMarch 24, 2015 at 12:35 PM

    what a beautiful card! love the flowers and ribbon and lovely background! How fun to meet up with fellow stampers!

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    1. SamraMarch 24, 2015 at 1:59 PM

      :) I am glad you like my card Julia :) Thank you so very much for taking time to leave me a comment that always makes my day! Meeting Kirsty was a true treat for me!

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  12. StellaMarch 24, 2015 at 1:05 PM

    THe CCCB girls are meeting each other :) I love seeing that photo of the two of you! I am gogng to meet Ros in April. And so looking forward to that!
    Your card; sigh.... A gorgeous example of your elegant style and these colors....lovely! You have a uniqque and amazing talent for shabby chic!

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    1. SamraMarch 24, 2015 at 2:00 PM

      Thank you so much Stella :) That is great that Ros and you will meet soon! How wonderful that our team is deepening friendship. :) Who knows maybe we all meet one day! Wouldn't that be just fabulous???

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  13. TraceyMarch 25, 2015 at 4:44 AM

    Such a beautiful card, so soft and elegant! The ombre blues are fabulous.......my favorite colour too! Great photo too....How wonderful that you could meet Kirsty.

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    1. SamraMarch 25, 2015 at 6:19 AM

      Thank you my dear :) I am glad that you like my card, it looks way better in real life, that vellum banner looks really nice against all other textures.

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  14. Heather JacobMarch 25, 2015 at 5:04 AM

    wow wow wow this is perfectly perfect ... loving the colors and texture ... exquisite work xoxo

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    1. SamraMarch 25, 2015 at 6:20 AM

      Awww, thank you so very much Heather!!! I am honored with your visit!! I am a HUGE admirer of your work!!!

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  15. DianeMarch 25, 2015 at 8:29 AM

    What a gorgeous design.

    Hugs Diane

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  16. crafty-stamperMarch 25, 2015 at 4:26 PM

    Gorgeous and very shabby chic love all the texture and flowers
    Carol x

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  17. Pawsitively CreativeMarch 26, 2015 at 8:28 AM

    Samra, you had me at Ombre! Your card is so elegant and scrumptious! You need to teach a class. Lol! Love this and I just love this! Did I mention this is gorgeous! Hugz to you muffin! ~Niki

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    1. SamraMarch 26, 2015 at 8:51 AM

      Thank you so much Niki :) You are too funny cupcake!!!

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  18. cebelicaMarch 26, 2015 at 9:08 AM

    I think I have a new favourite ... This card is just scrummylicious. I don't even know where to start ... Everything about this card is just perfect. It's TOP!
    Hugs! xx

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    1. SamraMarch 26, 2015 at 1:54 PM

      Thank you so much Maja :) You are just way too sweet :)

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  19. AnonymousMarch 26, 2015 at 9:18 AM

    What a beautiful card!! LOVE your style!

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  20. DeeptiMarch 26, 2015 at 1:50 PM

    Your cards are so beautiful that I can keep staring at them forever :)

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    1. SamraMarch 26, 2015 at 1:55 PM

      Same goes for me with your cards Dee, I love your cards, they are such work or art!!!

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