Friday, January 11, 2013

Time Isa Fly'n!

Hi Crafters! I'm really excited to get through this post, and you will see why towards the end. 
At the All Things Tim Yahoo Group, the ATC swap challenge this month is "Wings". So here mine is.
I stuck some Inkssentials Metal Foil Tape to cardstock, and then colored it with Red Pepper Alcohol Ink.
I used Tim's Mini Clock Die to cut the shapes out.
I added Alcohol Ink Blending Solution to an Alcohol Ink Pen, and removed the Ink from the feet, knob, and hands of the clock. I recolored the hands with Pitch Black Alcohol Ink in another Pen.
I inked the clocks with Walnut Stain and then poured UTEE on them and heat embossed. The red faded a little bit, but it made a wonderful vintage color.
More Foil Tape was adhered to cardstock and then gessoed very lightly. I used Tim's Sizzix Heart Wings Die to cut wings.
I coated the wings with Crackle Accents, let them dry, and then inked them with Walnut Stain.
Using the Mini Compass image, I stamped it in Jet Black Archival onto some scrap pieces of round shapes of cardstock. I cut them out and adhered the clock faces to them using Crackle Accents, which made a crackley look underneath. I adhered these to the Mini Clocks, and the wings to that last. A Long Fastener and a metal gear finished these off.
I created a masterboard using a sheet of Sandable Embossed Graphic 45 Cardstock from Core-dinations. I sanded the clock faces, and then stamped 2013 using Brushed Pewter Distress Stain. After I cut the ATCs, I inked the edges with Black Soot Distress Ink, and misted the cards with Biscotti Perfect Pearls. After I adhered the flying clocks, I computer generated the sentiment.
 
I had some of the masterboard cardstock left over, so I thought I would do a little variation, and make some more ATCs as gifts.  I added some letters in Antique Bronze Distress Stain. Yes that's right...CHA! I'm heading out today and I couldn't be more excited! This is a dream come true for me. I didn't think it would ever happen. I'll take lots of photos and blog about what I see so you all can share in the fun through my eyes.
I am also submitting this to Hels Sunday Stamper challenge for "Things That Fly". And, I will finally get to meet Hels at CHA in the flesh!

Supplies:
From My Stash- silver cardstock, computer generated words


I hope your hands get creatively dirty soon!



45 comments:

  1. Fabulous ATCs! Have a great time at CHA.

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  2. Wow..have fun atvthe CHA wish I could be there ..one day....have a ball..great atc full of many wonderful techniques! Lve it! Trace x

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  3. FAntastic Atcs!!!!! Enjoy at the CHa!!!! BArbarayaya

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  4. WOW!! Wonderful ATC's so many amazing textures.. Have fun at CHA..Thanks so much for the fabulous tutorial... Hugs May x x x

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  5. Anita, I am very happy for you! Congratulations! Great tutorial too.

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  6. Sublime! So many fantastic ideas here (thank you for the step by step). I hope CHA is everything you wish for and more, and have a great time meeting up with everyone. Hels will no doubt be bouncing around, in her words, like a giddy kipper! Looking forward to the piccies. Hugs, Jenny x

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  7. Love these ATCs, they're gorgeous. Have a WONDERFUL time at CHA, can't wait to read about your experience.

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  8. The ATCs are fantastic Anita. You always have so many techniques and details, I love them. Have fun at CHA!!

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  9. Wowser - you are such a master of techniques! Superb work. I'm sure all the recipients will adore these. Have a most wonderful time at CHA (you lucky duck!) and can't wait to see all your reports and piccies. Nicola x

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  10. It's amazing how you were able to produce so many ATC's, and they're all wonderful. The metal foil dyed in red gave the clocks a very special finishing touch. I couldn't think of a better person to go to CHA. May you have an enlightening and fun filled experience. Say hi to Tim for me, LOL!

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  11. Always enjoy seeing your artwork! I hope you have a fabulous time at CHA!

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  12. Oooooo, love the clocks. Fantastic ATCs. Thanks for the details. CHA? You lucky duck! Have a great time. Looking forward to seeing it through your eyes.

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  13. Totally amazing ATCs Anita and I love how you did the clock! Love your imaginative projects they're always inspiring to me. Hope you have a great time at CHA and I'm looking forward to your posts about it. Hugs Chris.

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  14. Super ATC's Anita! Wish i could come and trade with you, but such a long trip is not in my budget this time.
    Have fun!

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  15. How cool, all your ATCs are fabulous. Love the bright red clock.

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  16. Absolutely scrumptious ATCs - and another crystal clear and totally inspiring step-by-step... thank you so much! That embossed cardstock is amazing (another temptation, so what's new)...

    Have a magnificent time at CHA (not much doubt about that I should think)... can't wait to hear how you find it all. Safe travelling...
    Alison xx

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  17. Fantastic ATC's Anita you are such a prolific crafter and your work is always brilliant chock full of colour and technique. Have a ball at CHA, look forward to seeing your pictures x

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  18. It is wonderful!!! So great idea with fly clock. I love it. Fantastic cards I can't get enough of. Beautiful colours of all elements.
    Greetings Asia:)

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  19. Have a fabulous time at CHA - I'm sure you will. I just love your work and these ATC's are no exception. Love the mini clock die.

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  20. Yay, You! Have fun, fun, fun! So happy for you! BTW...this ATC rocks! I love that the alarm clock almost looks like candy.

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  21. Wow Anita, these are gorgeous! Love the mini clock with the wings! Have fun at CHA! Wish I could be there too! Hugs, Sandra

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  22. Fabulous ATCs Anita and a wonderful step-by-step too - thank you for that. Love the colours you chose for the clocks, some very lucky people are going to be very happy receiving those. How wonderful to be going to CHA and getting to meet up with Hels and Candy and so many others. Hope you have an amazing time and come back with lots of stories for us! Hugs, Anne x

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  23. So clever--love the red clocks. Have a great time at CHA!

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  24. Beautiful! I love your clocks, they are adorable!!

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  25. Fabulous!!! love them all!!!

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  26. These are really great. I am totally loving that poppy red against the neutrals. It really pops. Time sure does fly! How great for you to be flying off to CHA. It's definitely a dream of mine.

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  27. What awesome ATCs.... they are sure to fly right out of your hands! Have a fantastic time at CHA. I can't wait to hear all about your adventures!

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  28. They are awesome! I must say, you show me such great ways to used dies that I don't order and then, well, now I want that clock! People will go nuts for one. i am so excited for you to be able to CHA. I know that is such a dream, and glad you are getting it realized. Have a blast! I can't wait to hear all about it. Safe journey!

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  29. Wow! These totally rock! I love your color scheme and all the wonderful textures you achieved. Great job - thanks for sharing :D

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  30. These are wonderful, Anita!!!! And I'm so excited for you getting to go to CHA!!!

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  31. Your ATC's are amazing! Love how you shared the steps. Have a wonderful time at CHA!!

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  32. These are fabulous Anita. I love the wings on the clock. I am sure CHA will fly in too. Have a blast

    Hugs
    Annie x

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  33. Fabulous to see the process here Anita, a great project.
    hugs {brenda} x0x

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  34. Very cool ATC's, Anita! Great design to fit the theme!! Have fun at CHA and maybe next year I can manage to go! So close, but so far! Have a great weekend, but how could you not?

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  35. These are fantastic, dear Anita! Have a great time at CHA! I'm jealous :-)

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  36. These are fabulous as always, Anita. And it is so wonderful that you share exactly how you do everything. And what awesome news that you are going to CHA! You didn't tell us who you are demo-ing for, but they sure are lucky to have you! Can't wait to hear all about it.

    Hugs,
    Linda

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  37. Fabulous Anita! Now I'm kicking myself for not joining in this ATC swap!
    There never seems to be enough....wait for it... TIME! RRR. Sorry couldn't resist!
    ope your having an awesome time at CHA. lucky gal.
    Hugs Lynn

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  38. Wonderful ATC cards Anita! I just love ATC cards and you inspire me all the time. Thanks for sharing DiAnn

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  39. So cute in a steampunk way!! Love that they are all a bit different!! xo Evie

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  40. These are fab!! Hope your journey to CHA met your dreams!!

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  41. So many fantastic ideas here and thank you for the step by step. And the ATC cards are wonderful!

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  42. "The Time Is Gone, the Song Is Over..." my lovely Pink Floyd ... ATC-SUPPER!

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  43. omg, I am so late visiting... erm, you see, I got enchanted by some crazy Texan broad and had a ball and forgot to check my blog rofl LOVE the ATC's... LOVE mine, will treasure it... and ... LOVE Texas Trash.. nomnomnom Thanks for making CHA such an amazing event in my life... love ya chick xx

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