Hello Stampers!
As Mothering Sunday is fast approaching, I thought I'd share some bright & bold statement jewellery that would make a nice gift for Mum. Of course, you could always make some for yourself instead!
Here's how I made the set...
I took 3 Stampbord pieces, 2 one inch square, & 1 two inch square. This is a fantastic surface to work on, & takes inks beautifully.
I applied alcohol ink (sunset orange, watermelon, & raspberry), using felt on an applicator tool, layering until I had the look I wanted.
I then sanded back the colour in the middles a little, to lighten.
I used jet black archival ink to stamp flowers from Katy Fox's Encyclopaedia Botanica plate.
Then I used a scratching tool to scratch some white highlights. This adds a lovely depth to the pieces.
I used the black archival ink pad to ink all of the sides & edges, to add a frame to my artwork.
Next, I embossed my pieces with clear ultra thick embossing enamel. I used 3 layers of embossing.
In the picture below, I have just embossed the large piece. You can see the difference the embossing makes, it really brings out the colours, and adds a beautiful shine, of course.
To finish, I added jump rings, metallic beads & ear wires for the earrings, & a ball chain for the pendant.
I hope you like this bright little set,
thanks for visiting,
Alison xxx
19 comments:
They're absolutely delicious, Alison - beautifully designed and made - lovely!
Alison x
Love using stampboard for jewellery making as it's a wonderful surface to play on.
Beautiful set, ball chain is my chain of choice & looks fab with your set:-) xxx
That is so pretty Alison, wonderful design.
They're so lovely. The colours are gorgeous & I love the white highlights.
Gorgeous pendant and ear ring set, so pretty, and the shine is great.
This design is so beautiful, Alison! Love it!
Exquisite, Alison, such a lovely gift and some wonderful tips,
Lucy x
Oh wow Alison, these are stunning and a great step by step too! You have just inspired me to dig out my stamp board!!
waoouuu un magnifique ensemble!!!!
Great work Alison.
Gorgeous colors!!! Love it!!! ~Sophia
a beautiful idea Alison - love these - great colours and fab stamping - perfect for mothers day xx
How bright and beautiful these are!
Such a beautiful idea Alison.
Wishes
Lynne
Very pretty Alison!!!
oxo
These are lovely Alison, the colours are wonderful.
xxx Hazel.
what a lovely set !!!
Must get out some of my stash of stamp board! Great inspiration.
xoxo Sioux
This is beautiful and inspiring.
susan s
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