There is a challenge going on at the forum this month hosted by one of our lovely members. The challenge is about using misting, masking and gesso. The Swirlydoos store has recently added NEW glimmer mist and glimmer glam from Tattered Angels. Lots and lots of different colours! How about these?

Put the mask over the patterned paper and randomly apply some white gesso on it using a palette knife. Let it dry. Do not remove the mask.
Mist two colours of Shimmerz mist on it. Later, use a wet wipe and wipe off any inks which are on top of the areas with gesso. Let it dry. Do not remove the mask.

Enhance the masking with Faded Jeans distress ink and a sponge or the distress ink applicator. Then only remove the mask.
Use a brush and Peeled Paint distress ink to color part of the masked image. (Swipe some distress ink onto a non stain mat and mist of water over it. Use a brush to pick up the colours to paint.) 

I'm a little late with posting this blog post, due to NO internet.
I was really upset by it, cause I so badly wanted to share the next two cards.

First, this Gorgeous card, by Rae



















Linda got inspired by this month's (tutorial) card. Look at the delicate distressing and careful chosen colors.
Her way of using the trims are so gorgeous. All topped of with that lovely tag and beautiful flowers.

I was so pleased to see a few cards being submitted to the gallery this week. Think about how happy you make someone, when they recieve such a beautiful card. Cards are so fun to make and awesome to recieve.
And Krissy has the most amazing stuff in the Swirlydoos Store, to create the most beautiful cards.

Don't Blink!

Two tiny footprints these may be
But soon a much bigger pair you'll see
Walk, run, jump, hop or even ski
Leaving prints that will make you smile with glee.
This face will change to a certain degree
These feet will also grow and it's a guarantee
So please don't blink I hereby decree
Or else you won't be able to recognize me!



This week we bring you this incredibly beautiful LO by Meg...The photo's are of her husband and sweet, sweet boys that are growing from babies to big boys!! And soon, they will be young men, so as the title suggests, Dont Blink...Love the love the grunge clock representing time as it slips away. The film strips that hold memories of capturing time and making it stand still while all the while, it keeps slipping away. Love love the flowers and the clock hands on that one. The design is shear perfection. the layering and distressing and the stamping is a perfect touch!! Beautiful job Meg!! We really adore this one!!So those of you with little ones, love them and hold them tight while you can, because...

Don't Blink
Just like that you're six years old and you take a nap and you
Wake up and you're twenty-five and your high school sweetheart becomes your wife
Don't blink
You just might miss your babies growing like mine did
Turning into moms and dads next thing you know your "better half"
Of fifty years is there in bed
And you're praying God takes you instead
Trust me friend a hundred years goes faster than you think
So don't blink...

I cannot believe Krissy's talent in building gorgeous kits! She constantly amazes us not just with the monthly kits, but also with spotlight kits every now and then.It contains lots of beautiful fairy stuff from Kaisercraft, but also gorgeousness from Prima, Tattered Angels and more.

This week we bring to you the gorgeous work of Helena ala Finnabair style!! We were blown away at the mix of 2 very distinct styles rolled into one knockout page! Helena created this layout for a Dusty Attic challenge to lift one of their designers. So she chose to lift Ann's style which is very unique. Helena used Swirlydoos July kit and lots of misting and inking. The blue colors are just incredible as she blends them perfectly. The way the photo's are framed is just sheer magic. Helena, you have "Hit this one out of the ballpark" as we say in America!! A true Swirlydoos Home Run!!!
Please visit Helena's blog for more gorgeous inspiration!!
CLICK HERE

Today I want to share an amazing tag with you which is created by Scrap2day.

I stumbled at this gorgeous card from Beverly. Which, in my opinion, fits perfectly with this lovely summery weather.