Saturday, 4 June 2011

Less Is More–Monochromatic

Woohoo….it’s Saturday and Dad is home to entertain the children so although the sun is shining, I’ve found time to check out the Less is More Challenge this week (it was actually the first thing I checked this morning…but don’t want to seem too keen.  The theme is MONOCHROMATIC:
Just Believe
I’ve never really done much with monochrome so this is probably my first ever monochromatic card.  I doubt it shall be my last! LOL!
I’ve used the ‘Just Believe’ Stamp set in Basic Black.  The sentiment is from Silhouette Sentiments.  I stamped the image once, then aligned it with my Stamp-a-ma-jig and stamped it again without re-inking it.  I also inked the edges of the card before matting it on to Basic Black card.
I finished it off with some clear rhinestones under the sentiment and a fancy bow in black.

But it’s  not a very cheery card, is it?  So you know I’m going to have to have another go!  Chrissie and Mandi’s challenges can keep me busy all week!!
Well, off to enjoy the remainder of the sun.  I think we’re off swimming too.  Come back soon for more Smile.
BFN
Linda
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Posted by Linda at 13:43
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41 comments:

  1. Suzilou4 June 2011 at 14:00

    Oooo another a fab stamp, get to see so many gorgeous stamps when looking at all these challenge cards, got a fair few of them on my wish list now hehe. Love how you have double stamped this image may have to give that a go :)

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  2. Hazel4 June 2011 at 14:10

    The image is beautiful and your card is lovely. Hazel x

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  3. Bernadet Rodakowski4 June 2011 at 14:31

    I don't know if its the stamp or your technique, but there's a wonderful watercolor quality to your image. I even looked at the magnified view to enjoy it more! Nicely done!

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  4. Mandi4 June 2011 at 14:38

    Striking card Linda
    That stamp seems to work in any colour!
    I think possibly the second faded stamp could have been slightly over, so there was less showing, if you get me! But, it's FAB
    Thanks very much
    Diva LIM mandi
    "Less is More"

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  5. Jess S4 June 2011 at 14:41

    this is so perfect! I have this stamp set on my wishlist

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  6. Jo Capper-Sandon4 June 2011 at 14:54

    Very striking in black and white! Fabulous.

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  7. Tara Cardwell4 June 2011 at 15:43

    I think it's just lovely - perhaps not "cheery" but its very elegant and classy.

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  8. Loli 4 June 2011 at 16:11

    Hello Linda thank you for to visiting my blog last week.
    I LOVE YOUR STAMP!!!fantastic, and i love so much black and white cards, so elegant.
    A hug from Palma de mallorca

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  9. Chrissie4 June 2011 at 16:31

    I'm glad we keep you on your toes Linda... always lots to do!
    This is lovely, black and white can be very striking!
    Thanks so much for playing along again.
    Chrissie
    Lady LIM
    "Less is More"

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  10. kelly4 June 2011 at 16:35

    Beautiful! I'm ashamed to say that I have this set but it has never seen ink.
    Kelly xx

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  11. Andrea Estensen4 June 2011 at 17:13

    Stunning. I love black and white.

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  12. Sarn4 June 2011 at 18:34

    Very dramatic!

    Hugs, Sandra My card is HERE!

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  13. Pauline4 June 2011 at 18:37

    Beautiful card, that stamp is gorgeous!

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  14. Rita4 June 2011 at 18:39

    Beautiful card Linda. Hugs Rita xx

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  15. Joan4 June 2011 at 18:57

    Gorgeous elegant card, love it

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  16. Anonymous4 June 2011 at 19:15

    Beautiful stylish and strong card

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  17. Jan 4 June 2011 at 19:30

    Great card xx jan

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  18. Lynne4 June 2011 at 20:32

    Great card.
    Lynne xxx

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  19. Kathyk5 June 2011 at 10:21

    FANTABULOUS!

    Kathyk

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  20. Beryl K5 June 2011 at 18:59

    Great card
    Beryl x

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  21. Diane5 June 2011 at 19:41

    Elegant and lovely!

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  22. Vicky Hayes5 June 2011 at 22:24

    You're sounding like a true LiMette Linda! I love how striking this stamp looks in black and white. Vx

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  23. Suzi B5 June 2011 at 22:51

    Great card
    Sue :)

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  24. Zoechaos5 June 2011 at 23:20

    Just gorgeous XOXO Zoe

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  25. Irene6 June 2011 at 11:26

    A fabulous card, I love the idea of double stamping.

    irene
    xxxx

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  26. Canonbury creations6 June 2011 at 21:59

    Love your black and white card and the double stamping, so effective!
    Val x

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  27. Lisa A.7 June 2011 at 00:18

    This is simply beautiful!! Love the black on white...stunning with your ribbon, as well:)!!

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  28. Susan7 June 2011 at 04:02

    Love that stamp...and it looks fab in the black and white setting!
    My card is HERE

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  29. suzARTe7 June 2011 at 10:01

    this card is really beautiful. the use of only black and white is fantastic

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  30. Kathleen7 June 2011 at 15:44

    Fabulous card.

    Kath x

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  31. judith@poppy cottage7 June 2011 at 17:31

    Lovely card, well done for your first attempt at monochromatic! Judith xx

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  32. Viv7 June 2011 at 17:42

    Fab card, well done :O) Viv xx

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  33. Isabelle Norris7 June 2011 at 23:01

    shades of grey and black, love it
    beautiful card
    isa

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  34. Carol7 June 2011 at 23:06

    A very striking card. Carol x

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  35. Michellem8 June 2011 at 03:43

    So elegant!! The ribbon is a perfect touch!

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  36. Sue -8 June 2011 at 17:42

    Lovely card. That stamp is on my wishlist too!

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  37. sparklygirl-Tina8 June 2011 at 17:45

    Hi Linda

    I love your card and that big bow!

    Take care

    Tina

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  38. Anne8 June 2011 at 20:48

    This is so elegant! Lovely bow
    Anne
    x

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  39. Dana9 June 2011 at 03:17

    I love the black and white and your gray image is perfect!

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  40. G Peplow9 June 2011 at 16:57

    Fabulous card, love the double stamping, works great:0) Gay xx

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  41. Sally H9 June 2011 at 19:55

    oh wow! This is fabulous!

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I'd love to hear what you think....thanks for looking :-)

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