I haven't used Crystal Effects on my cards in ages, but after seeing these Two Cool cards, created my two of my stamping friends, I'm ready to gloss up some flowers! Check it out!
Darla Eigenschink created this beauty using the single Triple Treat Flower stamp and Crystal Effects. Talk about a treat!
Streaky Glass Flower
She started by stamping the floral image onto Glossy White card stock with StazOn Black ink, then covered with a thick layer of Crystal Effects. While the Crystal Effects was still wet, she dropped several drops of Pool Party, Pear Pizzazz and Island Indigo Refill Inks on top, then used a straight pin to marbleize the colors. When the Crystal Effects was dry (let it dry overnight), she trimmed around the flower.
See a step-by-step tutorial on Streaky Glass by Amanda Corbet.
Other supplies used: Top Note Die, Curly Cute, Finial Press Impressions Folder, Island Indigo Ruffled Ribbon, Pearl Jewels, Antique Brads.
Jodi Geers created this cheerful card, also showcasing flowers topped off with Crystal Effects.
She stamped the Fabulous Florets flowers onto Whisper White card stock with StazOn Black ink, then colored them in with So Saffron and Poppy Parade Classic Ink Pads and a Blender Pen.
After trimming around the flowers first, she added a thin layer of Crystal Effects to the petals and let them dry overnight.
Simply gorgeous!
Other supplies used: Just Believe stamp set, In Color Designer Patterns Paper Stack, Subtles Designer Patterns Paper Stack, Rhinestone Jewels.
Thanks so much to Darla & Jodi for allowing me to share their beautiful creations!
Angie
I love this technique. I had the pleasure of meeting Darla, and I was happy to tell her how much I loved your blog and seeing all the pretty cards of hers that you showcased!