It’s not often I post twice in one day, but in addition to the CASology challenge, today is the March Papertrey Blog hop.
The Papertrey March Blog Hop challenge is high gloss, which leads one directly to Glossy Accents. I have to admit I have an issue with Glossy Accents. I find it nearly impossible to get it to go on smoothly. I did a Google search and didn’t find any great tips, so if you have some, I’d really appreciate it if you’d share them.
I combined an inspiration piece by Stephanie Klauck from the recent Online Card Classes for the Textural Effects Lesson–using Washi tape to mask off the edges of a card to create a frame with Distress Inks. Instead of glitter on the balloons, I used Glossy Accents.
The “Happy” (“Wonderful Words”) was cut from high gloss metallic blue cardstock and the rest of the sentiment came from “Stylish Sentiments: Birthday.” The balloons are from “Balloon Bash.” Here’s a closer look at the gloss. (Excuse the glare; these photos were taken after dark last night.)
The next card was made from scrap pieces I had lying on my desk after playing around this weekend with cards for the Online Card Class: One Layer cards. The hearts and “thanks” are both Simon Says dies and I covered them with Glossy Accents. I do have an easier time covering the smaller pieces. I die cut and trimmed the “Building Blocks” die by Papertrey and adhered it to a Tropical Teal card.
You can find a lot of inspiration for card making on Nicole’s blog today.
The gloss on those balloons is blinding – you can even see it on the thumbnail in the gallery! The thank you card is super sweet too. Jenny
I love your balloon card, that masking is so crisp and clean!
Karen I love your glossy card, the balloons are awesome in high gloss.
So GORGEOUS with the Balloons Karen!!! Love this!
Beautiful glossy effects on the balloons. Love it!
These are both very pretty! I particularly love the bold design of the first card, simply fabulous!
Love that balloon stamp set. Thanks for a great idea to use it.
Glossy Accents is one supply I do not own. I love the look on the “thanks” card.
Love the inked blue background – so many wonderful ideas came out of that OCC class. The balloons are gorgeous! I wish I had tips for smooth coverage of the glossy accents – does holding my breath and saying a quick prayer count?
Two beautiful cards- the balloon card is just so happy- love!
Both cards are really cute.
Oh, these are both wonderful! I especially love the balloons on the first card!
Both are just fantastic. Love your balloons and that yummy teal paper.
both cards are fab – love the gloss!
Love both Karen, but particularly your Stephanie Klauk version, as it was one of my favourites. I think your high gloss balloons would be much easier to do than the glitter. And the metallic happy really sets it off.
Hi Karen! Long time no see – I’ve missed seeing your gorgeous photos and beautiful creations! Love both of your cards!
Both cards are fabulous. Love the gloss on both.- Irma
Aww, such happy cards! Love them!
Love these cards, especially the one with the tropical teal background. Your glossy elements are perfect.
Bright card, the ballons are so shiny, and love the shades of blue in the background
Love that the word pops in the metallic paper.
OMG!! LOVING these!! Such AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL Designs!! I LOVE your takes on the Challenge!! THANKS SO MUCH for sharing and have a FABULOUS WEEK!! =)
I love the glossy balloons on your first card and the fun hearts on the second. Such fabulous cards. What great takes on the challenge!!
Both of these are fabulous. I especially love the first one!
Those glossy balloons are fab. About half an hour ago I tried to unclog my Glossy Accents..and it went everywhere. So I’m in the “hate” bit of my love/hate relationship with the stuff 🙂
The white against the realisation really stunning. No success here EVER with Glossy Accents!
Glossy accents = mess here. I love the high gloss card stock and the ‘thanks’ card is gorgeous.
Hi, love the cards. I’ve found that if I tap/pound the bottom on the desk before putting it away, it tends to clog less. Also, it works if I store the bottle upside down. Either way it’s never fun to unclog. It also might help if you keep the tip out of the glue until the end. Then use it to move it around. But I quite agree that the glossy stuff is gorgeous, but never easy. Good luck. Love the balloons. TFS Jess
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