"It Is Better To Read A Little And Ponder A Lot............................

Than to read a lot and ponder a little", my quote used on my bookmark for the Stampotique challenge.

I had a piece of watercolour card leftover from a previous project and really just wanted to play with some sprays and paint for a change and create a more vibrant background thank I usually create.  I used Altered Originals sprays by Dyan in burnt orange and sky blue, adding water to blend.

I used Minky Girl (available from The Stamp Attic), coloured with my new Prismacolor pencils, which I am loving at the moment, cut out the image and added to my bookmark along with some text torn from an old book. Machine stitching was also added for a little more dimension.

I found the quote on-line which I thought was perfect for a bookmark.  Text was added using Basic Backgrounds from Dyan Reaveley along with a diamond background from the same set stamped with white acrylic paint for texture. Circles were also added dipped into Gesso. HELLO (also from Stampotique) was added to a coloured background using Distress Ink and added to the bookmark.

I added acetate to the top of the bookmark to give protection as my daughter Laura has already claimed this piece LOL. I did enjoy recycling and creating an inky background just for the fun of it. 

Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a comment.  Enjoy your week.  Tracy x x