Rusted Enamel!
Super Special Prize from Tim and Mario!
Just another Manic Monday? Naw, MUCH better: It's another CCC, and we're on lucky number 31! This is one of a handful of the techniques in the book I'd never tried before, and, guys, I'm HOOKED! What a fun and simple way to make a really cool, distressed background. And, wait until you see it in person-- it really DOES look like enamel!
Grab that fabulous Compendium of Curiosities and open it to page 41, where you'll find Tim's instructions for making your own Rusted Enamel art. I'm really excited to see what you guys come up with using this technique!
Tim and Mario ROCK, by the way, just in case anyone didn't know that (but I know you did).
To be eligible to win all these Tim-pressive (pun!) goodies, simply create your own art using the Rusted Enamel technique and link it to this blog via the InLinkz button at the bottom of this post. You're in the running as long as you honor these two simple rules:
1. Follow the technique as it's written in A Compendium of Curiosities (adding your own special flair, of course!); and
2. Out of respect to Tim, please don't post the technique instructions on your blog!
So, there you go! This Tim Holtz-inspired Rusted Enamel challenge is open until 8 pm (mst) next Sunday, February 13. I am really excited to see what you guys create with this awesome technique. Have a blast!
Big hugs,
Linda
P.S. I'm still making my around around blogland to admire all of last week's submissions, so if you haven't heard from me you will very soon, and deeply I apologize for the delay. My work life has been on hyperdrive for a few weeks now, but things seem to be settling down at last, and I'm so relieved!
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37 comments:
Thanks Linda! Looks like a great challenge this week!
I am loving that Elephant stamp, great look!
This is one of my fave techs, I wondered when it would be "the one"! lol! Can't wait to get started! Your project is awesome, btw!
Fantastic tag, Linda! Love that stamp!
31 weeks! Wow! Can't believe it has been that long on this inkin' adventure! Love the elephant image and for sure he/she is enjoying the journey! Wonderful tag! Have a great and hopefully less "work" week!
You Tim-press us as always, Linda! Wow, what a great prize; it would round out my Tim collection so nicely! Tim and Mario rock, but you rock just as...uh, is it "hard"? "Fast"? Hmmm...gotta think about that one. Anyway, you know what I mean! I can never thank you enough for this "Adventure de Compendium" (I had to get all fancy there 'cause it's so special); I've had such a wonderful time and will hate to see it end!
Another week another CCC can't believe we are on week 31 have had a fantastic journey with you and thanks to Tim and Mario for the FAB prizes, still got my fingers crossed getting hard to craft now!!! lol. Off to try rusted enamel another one I have not tried yet, 'till later
Maggie x
Hey GF, can't wait to try this one, that ele-fant is super! hugz
Your green inks really suit the elephant image.
I did this technique years ago at a stamp camp. Love the look of it! Will try to do this challenge but it's a busy week as I'm going away.
Sharon
aka Celticrafter
Great tag, Linda! I just checked out the tech in the book....can't wait to try it for myself.
You're so RIGHT ... this technique creates a finish that does emulate very real rusted enamel.
I love the stamping you used, and the colors! Beautiful!
Have a fantastic week: Remember to breathe and smile and laugh. :)
ooh I love that technique, shall see what I can come up with, BTW thanks for doing this its such fun
Beautiful tag.
-Sue in AK
Your tag is totally gorgeous Linda. So looking forward to having a go at this. Annette x
hi, Linda! Your rusted enamel tag is truly inspiring! Can't wait to have a go at this one! And what a fabulous prize, too!! :)
Your tag is amazing! I nearly bought the stamp set you used, yesterday but in the end didn't (mistake!) I had such fun with today's challenge - awesome technique, can't believe I haven't tried it before. Thank you - and to Tim and super Mario for the prize keeping my fingers crossed!)
Love this piece Linda. That elephant just does something for me. I never know what to use him on but I had to have him and he's perfect here. My week looks very hectic but I will have to find time to play.
A much loved technique this one great fun and results! That Elephant a stamp I covet but have not got hold of, yet. Love what you have done with your tag just a smasing little scene.
Hope work gives you a break soon, take care and have fun. XOXO Zoe
Fabulous tag Linda, love the images and those corners are simply gorgeous and a love addition to your tag. Great technique this week, I love it. Mine is very subtle this week but it is there LOL. Great prize this week too, very generous. THANKS. Tracy Evans x x
Awesome Linda, I havent tried this one either, so I'm off to the studio to play and I'll be back soon.
hugs Lynn
I made sure I wasn't going to miss out this week! woohoo I made it!
Wow. Your tag is brilliant. You've got a great enamel look there.
Marilyn
Hi Linda - what a great piece. And words to live by "Enjoy the Journey." Wonderful work, as always. :) Theresa
Another great technique!!!! I love your tag, I need that green!!
Pam
Love your tag! The green is just beautiful and the metal corners add just the right touch!
Fun challenge. I'm a first timer, so I hope I did the linky thing right.
loving your tag Linda... have done mine, third time lucky LOL xx
First time entering this challenge. Really had fun and your tag is great!
This was a great one! Everyone's work is amazing! Great prizes this week too! I'm wishing that stamp my way! LOL
Great Tag Linda love this technique although my pic did'nt come out too well.
Becky x
Your tag is perfect Linda, what a fabulous technique! xx
Once again, I can't get the linky to work, but here’s mine
Vic
Hi Linda - I absolutely LOVE your tag!!! It is gorgeous. I love your background and just using black on it for stamping and embellishing make it very dramatic. Cheers!!
ditto to what Rhonda said! I have had your tag in my head all week. I really really love it. Perfect color choice and stamps for this technique. Have I told you lately how much I appreciate you having these challenges!
Can't believe i hadn't tried this yet, its an awesome technique, i love your tag Linda, and i just managed to get mine in on time
I'm so excited to finally have a chance to participate in the Compendium of Curiosities challenge! Love the tag you made!
What a great assortment of art this week, starting of course with yours, Linda.
Thanks for all you do for us!
This is my first week participating in the CCC. I love looking at everyone's creations and the various directions they take.
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