Tuesday 11 October 2016

And The Adventure Begins......

Time for our monthly post for Eileen Hull and this month the team are showcasing cards. I was inspired by Eileen's Paper Trail adventures for my card this month.
I was inspired by Eileen's own Trailer to create my card using Eileen's Travel Trailer Die.
I began by placing Tim Holtz Layering Stencil onto my card and applying DecoArt Media Crackle Paste over the stencil.
I love the dimension the Paste gives to the design. I allowed this layer to dry completely before proceeding with the next step.
I applied a small amount of 'A Bit Jaded' Infusions to the background and spritzed with water, allowed it to sit for a few moments and then dried with a heat tool.
I then die cut the Travel Trailer from white card.
I added touches of Distress Crayon to add further to the aged, grungy feel.
I painted my Travel Trailer with DecoArt Media Fluid Acrylics Cobalt Teal Hue, Quinacradone Gold, Burnt Umber and touches of Carbon Black. Before applying the paint I did add a few touches of Texture Sand with my finger to add further to the old aged feel of the Trailer.
I added dots of the same paint using the end of my paintbrush to give a further layer of interest.
I also added splatters of Burnt Umber Paint to the background and added cotton threads behind my Trailer for added texture.

Thanks so much for stopping by. Tracy x

19 comments:

Lesley said...

So....this is kinda cool Mrs! I want a rusty trailer just like it!

brenda said...

Think I lost my comment Tracy, so just in case said what a beauty, one of my favourite colour combos and such lovely textures.

B x

Amanda said...

Love this Tracy, caravaning grunge fab!!
Love
Amanda x

SewPaperPaint said...

This is totally amazing Tracy! I love the mixed media vibe and rust effect! Hugs, Autumn

eileen hull said...

You have captured Scotty Tracy! This is such an amazing card- fantastic details!

Redanne said...

Oh wow Tracy, the rusting on the van is superb! I love how you created the 'road' - well actually, I just love the whole card - it is fabulous! xxx

Yvonne Garner said...

Another homerun!

Deb said...

Wonderful card Tracy, love the colours and textures on the trailer!Deb xo

Sue said...

This is gorgeous Tracy, I love your crackling and your lengths of threat, and your rusty old caravan is fabulous xx

Tracy Welham said...

Awesome card Tracy! My hubby would love a card like this as he has been a camper/caravanner since he was a young child. Thanks for sharing your fantastic inspiration. Creative Blessings, Tracy x

hazel said...

This is amazing Tracy, I love the crackle and the rusty caravan.
xxx Hazel.

Words and Pictures said...

I love this - your rusty vintage caravan is just delightful, and the crackle and the colours really make me happy.
Alison x

Seth said...

This is too cool. Love the rust, loose thread, crackle and those colors!!

crazycraftykittie said...

Thanks for the visit today, and the lovely compliment. I'm so new to this that I didn't know how to find other bloggers until you commented. I'm really glad I followed my nose to your blog. I love your work, especially the rustic caravan. The colours are stunning and the use of the die is inspiring. Kit x

Barbara said...

Love your rusty caravan! This color palette is fabulous and the design perfect! As always! Barbara

Suzanne C said...

Beautiful! I feel like your camper has miles of travel on it and many stories to tell!

Julia Aston said...

I just love your wonderful rusted trailer and the textured tracks!

Lisa said...

I could not love this more!! I just came back from a camping trip so this really calls to my heart!! The trailer looks amazing!! I love the crackle and the colors and every single detail!! Spectacular, Tracy!! Have a great weekend!! Big hugs :)

Lisa
A Mermaid's Crafts

A Pink said...

Great use of the camper van die Tracy. Love all the rustiness - reminds me of my Bros old camper only his was a mustard yellow colour but with similar rust . lol
hugs x