Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Cracked Glass....

I created this card with my square punch, ultra thick embossing powder, Versamark, and my heat gun. While definitely not a new technique, it is one I haven't used in quite awhile. I punched my squares from DP, coated it well with Versamark, dumped some UTEE over it, and then heat it up until it melts! Do this about 3 times for each square. After they are cool, bend them slightly or stick them in a freezer to get them to crack.

The shamrock and Gook Luck sentiment from the Crafty Secret's set called Lucky Wishes. I added a little pearl to the center. I placed that on a button, then on a white crocheted flower. I created a bow and layered everything on top!


I love how this cracked glass looks! Oh, and see the top of my crocheted flower? I sprayed that with a spray adhesive and sprinkled Diamond Dust on top. Super sparkly in real life!
I am still tired, and still haven't created one thing. There is a challenge over at SCS to make a monochromatic card.....I am hoping to at least try that.....to get me back in the swing of things! Still haven't uploaded my pics from this weekend.....what the heck is wrong with me?
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29 comments:

  1. Staci TaylorMarch 17, 2009 at 6:44 PM

    Thanks so much for stopping by my blog the other day! I've enjoyed looking around yours, and that card is beautiful! I haven't played with mine in awhile either, but i've always loved my UTEE!!

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  2. ReganMarch 17, 2009 at 7:01 PM

    Holy POOP!!! this is sooo totally gorgeous!

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  3. Charmaine (CharmWarm)March 17, 2009 at 7:11 PM

    Oh my is this gorgeous!

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  4. DeannaMarch 17, 2009 at 8:07 PM

    Oh wow this is like stunning! Love all the little details!

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  5. ~amy~March 17, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    *Holy Poop* that cracked me up...I love this Michele...the colors are magnificent...love what you've done with the crochet flower...the cracked glass is fabulous...

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  6. CherylMarch 17, 2009 at 8:33 PM

    Such a beautiful card,I love this technique as well!!!

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  7. JocelynMarch 18, 2009 at 4:17 AM

    Just love this one!!!!! I haven't used that technique in a very long time, but now you have inspired me!!! I too am one tired cookie and have done nothing, but maybe later this week!!! Have a Wonderful Wednesday!

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  8. CricketMarch 18, 2009 at 6:21 AM

    beautiful card Michelle! I love the idea of adding glitter to the flower!!

    smiles,

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  9. UnknownMarch 18, 2009 at 6:50 AM

    Oh this is beautiful!! Looks like a magazine page! So pretty! :)

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  10. Amy Adams (aka Scrapitgal)March 18, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    Beautiful card Michele - Making me feel like Spring!!

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  11. Denise ClarkMarch 18, 2009 at 8:08 AM

    Your cracked glass card turned out beautifully! Love the layout you used and the colors are wonderful! Great card!

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  12. StampinCathyMarch 18, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    Beautiful card and I just love this technique.

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  13. Rose AnnMarch 18, 2009 at 9:25 AM

    Beautiful card, Michele!! Your cracked glass looks amazing!!

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  14. AnonymousMarch 18, 2009 at 9:48 AM

    WOWZER!! What a gorgeous piece of art!! This is so stunning!! TFS!

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  15. Stamp and SmileMarch 18, 2009 at 10:16 AM

    O' Michele I love your new blog look!! And I just {{LOVE}} your card with the CHEERY spring colors... So elegant! Smiles... :)

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  16. Tracy LathropMarch 18, 2009 at 10:53 AM

    Hi Michele! Absolutely gorgeous! Glad you all made it back from the Special Olympics safe and sound! I bet it was lots of fun and tiring at the same time. My hubby's brother used to be an Olympian way back when and it was always so inspiring to see and tiring!

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  17. PamMarch 18, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    Beautiful card Michele, love the colors for this St. Patty's card!

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  18. AnonymousMarch 18, 2009 at 11:38 AM

    Hi Michelle...
    I ♥how you `dumped` some dupee...over and created thos tiles..
    Your card is `stunning`...
    Have a lovely Thursday:)♥

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  19. AnonymousMarch 18, 2009 at 2:33 PM

    wow, your cards is very very nice, love the details.

    MJ

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  20. TonnieceMarch 18, 2009 at 3:05 PM

    beautiful card

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  21. RubyMarch 18, 2009 at 4:01 PM

    Love your card Michelle, that cracked glass effect is lovely, and the ribbon looks gorgeous!

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  22. AlexMarch 18, 2009 at 7:15 PM

    This turned out beautiful Michele - I love it! *STAMPIN HUGS* Alex

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  23. Christi FloresMarch 18, 2009 at 10:42 PM

    This is gorgeous!!!!!

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  24. Regina EasterMarch 18, 2009 at 11:03 PM

    michele, this is gorgeous girl....hugs

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  25. AnonymousMarch 19, 2009 at 6:15 AM

    This card is so springy and refreshing - I really love the cracked glass look you got with the UTEE. So pretty! I'm definitely going to try it.

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  26. KitMarch 19, 2009 at 8:55 AM

    great card, the cracked glass looks so pretty I love the colours you have used.

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  27. AnonymousMarch 19, 2009 at 11:31 AM

    This is FABULOUS!! I LOVE the sparkle you added to the flower.

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  28. Libby HicksonMarch 20, 2009 at 12:16 AM

    LOVE this! How pretty, and clever to make cracked glass squares!

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  29. AnonymousMarch 20, 2009 at 3:44 AM

    This card is gorgeous. And your post of the Special Olympics was great. I am so glad I found your blog!!

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