Friday, January 9, 2015

New Steampunk technique

Now that Christmas is over and I have used all my wonderful gift cards shopping for new supplies, I can finally begin creating with said supplies because my goodies came in the mail! Yippee!


I joined an ATC swap and knew I wanted to do something in the realms of Steampunk so I created these three ATCs. They measure 2.5x3.5

I used a NEW embossing folder from TH (Postcard) for all 3 backgrounds. I then tried a NEW technique of heat embossing the silver one and distressing it to create a tarnished look. TIP: Heat emboss the ATC before running it through your die machine. 
I used 3 pieces of washi tape on this one and also 3 metal gears under the rose. 
This greenish one was achieved using Inka Gold Metallic rub green/yellow. I used 3 gears on this one (under the rose)


This gold one was made using Rub-N-Buff European Gold. I used 3 gears on this one as well.  

Thank you for stopping by and leaving your lovely comments, it brightens my day. Carpe Diem!

This project will be shared with the following: 

SanDee and Amelie's Steampunk Challenge -Three's My Lucky Number HERE (I used 3 ATC's, 3 roses, 3 metal gears on each ATC, 3 clocks, and 3 new techniques using rubs, embossing powder, and Inka Gold

Mixed Media Monthly Challenge #8-Something New for the New Year HERE (I used new embossing techniques, a new embossing folder, and new metal embellies)

NBUS-anything goes using Never Before Used Schtuff (this blog is hilarious!) HERE










Try It on Tuesday-My Favorite Things HERE (My favorite "thing" isn't a thing but a theme or way of life for some-STEAMPUNK! Love everything about steampunk and I try to incorporate it into most of my art.
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46 comments:

  1. My Card Attic: HazelJanuary 9, 2015 at 3:21 PM

    Love the steampunk idea! What a lot of hard work you have put in to these, works of art! Hazel x

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 9, 2015 at 4:27 PM

      Why thank you Hazel! This was a fun project to do. And that is what art is all about right?

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  2. MargikJanuary 9, 2015 at 4:52 PM

    What fantastic ATC's! I love the embellishments and your new embossing folder, the backgrounds look fabulous.
    Thank you for joining us at Try it on Tuesday.
    Mar x

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 9, 2015 at 5:03 PM

      Thank you Margik! I am having a hard time with this new EF though. It is cutting through my paper...

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  3. KT Fit KittyJanuary 9, 2015 at 6:12 PM

    These are absolutely gorgeous! I've only made one steampunk card - for my BF's birthday last year - he loved it but I really struggled with it. You definitely know what you're doing with steampunk and I love the techniques you used! Well done!

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 9, 2015 at 10:53 PM

      Oh wow! Thank you for that wonderful compliment. It means s lot. :)

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  4. DebiJanuary 10, 2015 at 12:35 AM

    These are delicious !!! Love them all ! Debi x

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  5. Claudia N.January 10, 2015 at 1:14 AM

    These are awesome! And I love the many "threes" there are to be discovered! Whoever gets these ATCs is definitely in for a treat! Wow!
    Thank you so much for sharing these with us at SASPC!

    Claudia x

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 10, 2015 at 9:09 AM

      3 is a lucky number Claudia but my lucky number is 7 and 11. It is an open swap so I am hoping she likes the ATCs. Love SASPC!

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  6. Little ArtbeeJanuary 10, 2015 at 3:10 AM

    Wow you created amazing steampunk ATC, made with lot of fantasy. Every piece an artwork! I love them all.
    Dear Greetings
    Sabine

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 10, 2015 at 9:10 AM

      Thank you Sabine. ATCs are so fun to make and every one takes on a life of their own. Haha!

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  7. chrissieJanuary 10, 2015 at 4:07 AM

    Stunning work on these pieces

    Thank you for sharing them at Try it on Tuesday

    Love Chrissie x

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  8. PamelliaJanuary 10, 2015 at 5:19 AM

    These are just fabulous, wow!! Can't find your name anywhere, so I'll just call you Doc! I love the different metallic looks you achieved here and all the fabulous gears and metal trinkets really add flair! I LOVE THEM!!

    Thank you so much for joining us at Try It On Tuesday for our 'My Favourite Things' challenge! Hugs, Pamellia DT :)

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 10, 2015 at 9:14 AM

      Pamela-you make me laugh. My name is Niki. Thank you very much for stopping by my little crafty corner. Hugs!

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    2. PamelliaJanuary 12, 2015 at 8:07 AM

      Hello Niki!!! Nice to meet you!! Thanks for your wonderful comment on my blog, so sweet! See you again soon, hugs :)

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    3. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 12, 2015 at 9:19 AM

      You are very welcome and I will be seeing you again soon. Hugs!

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  9. BrigitteJanuary 10, 2015 at 6:15 AM

    Your ATC are beautiful, this metallic look is perfect.
    Thank you for your participation at SanDee&amelie's Steampunk Challenges!
    Brigitte

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 10, 2015 at 9:16 AM

      Bridgette-thank you! I haven't used much rub n buff but I am really liking the effect and it's fun to work with your fingers. Hehe!

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  10. Donna B.January 11, 2015 at 6:32 AM

    Love the metallic effect you created. Great ATCs! Thanks for joining us at The Mixed Media Monthly Challenge.

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 11, 2015 at 9:27 AM

      Thank you Donna and I am so glad that you think they look metallic, my job is done. Lol!

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  11. DarnellJanuary 11, 2015 at 11:52 PM

    Your ATCs are really extraordinary, Niki! My goodness, the detail on each one is just fabulous! I could not stop staring at them to make sure I didn't miss anything. They look so real and like they weigh a ton from all the "metal!" Now I don't do steampunk, but that doesn't mean I don't love looking at steampunk, and I've enjoyed seeing a lot of it (especially from my British friends who are devotees of Sir Timmy Holtz), and I think you ROCK steampunk!!

    Thank you so much for playing in my NBUS Challenge #3 and for joining me as a follower! It's a pleasure to meet you and follow you back! I hope to see you again soon! Hugs, Darnell

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 12, 2015 at 12:33 AM

      Darnell, dear am I so happy that you stopped by my little blog! Your blog is so inspiring and I can feel the love that you share with everyone. You are a true inspiration and one of the sweetest people I have met in blog land. Thank you so very much for the positive feedback and I can't wait to see what you do next, maybe some Steampunk? Lol! {{{{{{{{Big Hugz}}}}}}}} to you! ~Niki

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  12. UnknownJanuary 12, 2015 at 8:24 AM

    Oh, I LOVE those embossing designs!! And your embellishment layering is amazing!! Thank you so much for joining us at the Mixed Media Monthly Challenge!!

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  13. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 12, 2015 at 9:04 AM

    Thanks Karen! The EF cut deep and leave amazing detail.

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  14. Mrs.BJanuary 14, 2015 at 2:32 AM

    Love these embossed ATCs. Your new folder looks wonderful with the metallic finish. Great layers and embellishments.
    Thanks for sharing with us at TioT
    Avril

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 14, 2015 at 9:40 AM

      Thank you Avril! Now I am trying to figure out a rusting technique, we shall see what happens. Sometimes I feel like a mad scientist working on projects. Lol

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  15. Julie SJanuary 15, 2015 at 4:36 PM

    Wow, these are fabulous! I love the metallic-looking background and all of the little bits to look at. As luck would have it, I have an ATC swap coming up with a steampunk theme - will have to give this technique a whirl. Thanks for the inspiration!

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 15, 2015 at 5:22 PM

      Thanks Julie! Best kind of ATC swap ever, in my opinion. Lol. It does my heart wonders to hear I have inspired someone. To me that is the greatest compliment. Thanks so much! ~Niki

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  16. RedanneJanuary 16, 2015 at 11:03 AM

    As a Tim Holtz and Steampunk fan I love your wonderful ATCs Niki, they are fabulous. You really have packed so much detail into each and every one, there is so much to see. I just want to reach out and touch them.... especially the gorgeous peacock feather - beautiful work! Anne x

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 16, 2015 at 11:55 AM

      Thank you Anne! The peacock one is my favorite of the three. That feather was donated by a very loud peacock, he will wake anyone up very very early. They are gorgeous animals but can be a bit of a pain in the rear. Lol! ~Niki

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  17. TangledBlueRoseJanuary 17, 2015 at 3:47 PM

    Gorgeous ATCs Niki! Not sure how I missed these beauties! So gorgeous! I need you to teach me your embossing technique! So stunning. Love love them!
    ~kim

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 18, 2015 at 8:40 AM

      Lol! Thank you Kim! I can definitely show you how to do the embossing. Gotta love embossing powders!

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  18. LauraJane:)January 19, 2015 at 11:54 AM

    Heavy Metal ATCs!!
    Great work!

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  19. PamelliaJanuary 27, 2015 at 6:49 AM

    Congratulations on placing top 5 at Try it on Tuesday! Fabulous project Doc!! big hugs :)

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:32 AM

      Thanks Pamellia! I sent you an email. Big Hugz to you!

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  20. Mrs.BJanuary 27, 2015 at 9:46 AM

    Hi Niki, Congratulations on your Top 5 pick with us at TioT.
    Could you please email me at: avril_branthwaite@hotmail.com
    Avril x

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:33 AM

      Oh happy day! Thank you Avril and TIOT! I sent you an email. Whoot whoot!

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  21. RachelJanuary 28, 2015 at 9:28 AM

    these atcs look fantastic! love the tarnished metal look you got! Thank you so much for playing with the Mixed Media Monthly Challenge!
    -Rachel
    rwkrafts.com

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 28, 2015 at 12:12 PM

      Thanks Rachel! I wasn't sure how well all 3 would turn out but am happy that I made all of them differently. It was a fun messy project.

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  22. Lynn KJanuary 30, 2015 at 6:30 PM

    Fabulous steampunk ATC's! Love the metallic effect! Thanks for joining us in this month's Mixed Media Monthly Challenge!

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 30, 2015 at 8:36 PM

      Thank you Lynn! Inka Gold and Rub N Buff are awesome to work with.

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  23. MelanieJanuary 30, 2015 at 10:03 PM

    This is beautiful. Thanks for joining the Mixed Media Monthly Challenge!

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