Shaking things up - Shaker Cards
I'm shaking June up a bit with a shaker scene from the ocean in order to play along with the July Challenge at Creative Embellishments.
Creative Embellishments Artist Trading Coins (ATC's) are the focus of my card design.
ATC's are trendy and fun to use on a multitude of projects. For me, they are the perfect size for card making. The abundant "blank space" on many of the ATC's makes them great candidates for shaker cards.
Here are the chipboard pieces I used on this card.
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Here is the image from the Challenge this month. This is a bit different. It's a color challenge with a monochromatic theme. OK I added a few green accents, but green is blue but with more yellow added...am I right?
Most of the chipboard has simply been painted with acrylic paint.
The sea turtles may look complex but looks are totally deceiving. They were topped with a variety of Liquid Pearls Pearlescent paint.
I prefer using Liquid Pearls on chipboard that has distinct engraved markings - like the shell. I am not skilled with the paintbrush because my hands are too jittery (could be too much coffee and tea).
I also try avoiding any possibility of paints bleeding outside the lines.
Yes, I am a "color inside the lines" kind of gal.
At any rate, the Liquid Pearls provides controlled and clean brilliance.
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My inspiration for this card actually started with the Peacock Feathers Shaker Mix, from Buttons Galore and More - 28 Lilac Lane, with it's gorgeous blue and green sequins, buttons, and beads. It reminds me of the blue/green hues of the Caribbean Ocean.
Thus a shaker card idea was born featuring on of my favorite majestic sea creatures, the sea turtle.
Here are some additional images of the finished card.
Wondering what to use for shaker filler?
OK so now you have your shaker card made and you are ready to fill it. Don't sit at your crafty desk and look around for little bits. You have easy options!
Beads, Sequins,
Beads, Sequins,
I filled with sequins and crystals from Buttons Galore - Sparkletz. They have an assortment of colors and bits for the perfect filler.
TIP: Add your filler then use a good adhesive to seal the shaker with the pre-cut acrylic piece that comes in the kit. I used Beacons 3-in-1glue because it dries clear and works well with a variety of surfaces ( acrylics, plastics, wood, metal, fabric, canvas).
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