Greetings Bloggers! I hope you are having more fun than you can stand and getting all kinds of great inspiration from everyone's blog.
When I was trying to decide what to do for this event, I stumbled onto this tutorial on Split Coast Stampers... it's called the Bargello Technique. It caught my eye because it uses up scraps AND makes a rather unique background. I goggled "Bargello" and learned that it is a technique used in needlework and quilting. It translates beautifully into cardmaking, don't you think? I CASE'd the layout from the card on the tutorial and had to find a sketch that it could fit under. I think Sketch #9 translates loosely...
I did add a step between 6 and 7 where I dry embossed the whole piece before adding the embellishments and adhered to the blue card stock. I felt it gave the whole piece added dimension. The folder had snowflakes keeping with the whole wintry feel. I LOVE this technique because you can use up some more of your scraps! I don't know about you but no matter what project I do, I end up with more scraps than I used in the project!
I think even the Scrap Wrangler would like this technique.
I'm just sayin'... :)
I think even the Scrap Wrangler would like this technique.
I'm just sayin'... :)
I am not sure what this technique is all about. scraps I think. You are so patient with your scraps. A stunning card indeed
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this technique, I have learned something new:) Can't wait to give it a try! Really love how you used to the blues for the weave:)
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Love it! I'm a technique girl too, and loved doing this one as well!
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Thanks for sharing! I'm gonna give this a shot later on today!!
ReplyDeleteWow, this technique you used sure makes a beautiful card. I can't wait to try it! Thanks for sharing the technique with us.love that happy snowman!
ReplyDeleteI love the quilting effect this gives. Great way to use up those last bits and pieces of a pad.
ReplyDeleteLove this card! Fun technique! :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome background technique ! It reminds me of snowdrifts catching the sunlight on a crystal clear blue sky winter day =)
ReplyDeleteLove that you used a new technique for us today! So fun! Thank you so much for all you do for OWH! You're awesome Cindy!
ReplyDeleteThis technique is so pretty, but I still haven't tried it. You did a great job with it.
ReplyDeleteLove the card and the bargello technique you used. It will be a great one for me to remember to use up those scraps. Thanks for blogging with OWH.
ReplyDeleteGreat winter themed card Cindy, I love the blues and your snowman it cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute snowman and I love your bargello background.
ReplyDeleteNice to see the bargello tutorial again! Nice card :)
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Sandy, OWH President
Like how the bargello technique helps use up scraps. Truly a wintery card. Happy WCMD!
ReplyDeleteI almost didn't go to the bargello technique because I thought it looked to difficult. When I did, was I ever surprised. I think I could do this and it is beautiful. Can't wait to try. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteAdorable card and I love your bargello background!!
ReplyDeleteI definitely like the added texture the embossing adds to the background in this. I don't know if I've seen this exact technique before but then at a few that give that sort of quilted effect and I find I like them all. Nice job Cindy! Thanks for hopping with us today!
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So cute, Cindy! I love the little button embellishment - goes along with the quilted theme. Thanks for being part of our hop today! ~ Julie, OWH Blog Team :)
ReplyDeleteThis snowman is just too cute and I'm lovin all the blues you used! Great card!
ReplyDeleteWay to take on a new challenge of using scraps! As a quilter I have seen this made before...it is perfect for card making. I really love your image and use of the twine/button. Great card! tfs!!!
ReplyDeleteCute card!
ReplyDeleteI have needlepointed bargello before - it is a great use of your scraps and love the blue
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Totally, gonzo stunning card Cindy. The colors pop!
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Love this technique and your card--will have to try it again as I haven't done it in years
ReplyDeleteI tried this technique before. Thank you for reminding me!
ReplyDeleteHi Cindy, I love the blues in your card. Great idea to emboss the bargello bg; it really does look like a quilt!! I haven't tried that technique (bargello) but you did a beautiful job! Hope you are enjoying the HOp!
ReplyDeleteNow I am intrigued. I am going to have to go Google this technique as well. What a beautiful background. Thanks for sharing a new idea with us and joining in the hop today.
ReplyDeleteOh, I love that background!! I can see lots of uses for that technique. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI think the Scrap Wrangle will adore your technique! I have those two papers and the combination looks terrific! I agree that the dry embossing knits the papers together and does indeed mimic bargello quilts. Another fabulous card!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card! I like your snow man. Such a cute image. TFS AJ-
ReplyDeleteReally cute card, I love the blues and the darling snowman. Looks like a fun technique to try.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun technique! Great card, Cindy!
ReplyDeleteLove all the blues great use of scraps !
ReplyDeleteAwesome way to use up scraps! Thanks for sharing the idea and love the blue!
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Such a fun card, love the unique background!
ReplyDeleteThank you--for the pretty card and the technique!! LOVE your colors, too! I did this technique many, many moons again--will have to try ti again!! TFS!!
ReplyDeleteVery cute card!! What a great technique!!
ReplyDeleteVery cute--I like how this technique uses up scraps and how you embossed it too.
ReplyDeleteOh my,the scrap wrangler would approve! I love your card!
ReplyDeleteI agree, the Scrap Wrangler could find no fault in this technique. Looks great
ReplyDeleteI've seen this technique before but have never tried it myself - BUT I love anything that helps use up paper scraps. Why? Because I can't bear to throw them away! LOL Love your card.
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