Something Fishy

And now for something completely different - FISH!

If you are wondering why this is completely different, 

I think these are the only fish stamps I own and when a challenge or swap 

involves fish, these two are the star attractions.

For the background, I started by smooshing white cardstock through Distress Oxide inks

in 'peeled paint' and 'broken china' which had been spritzed with water.

I'm quite intrigued by the unique patterns that this method creates.

I cut it down to an 8cm x 8cm square

and then decided I'd make concertina sides 

and an outside frame to match the background.

The fish are done in a similar way to the background, 

using 'worn lipstick' and 'fired brick', but this time using gloss cardstock.

Initially it looks a bit chalky but once I buffed it with a tissue, the colour really pops!

(I watched a youtube yesterday by Jennifer McGuire using this method.)

 Stamps

Designs by Ryn - Koi Fish Set

Challenge

Craft Stamper - March Take It Make It Challenge

 Happy Crafting!