For my card I stamped and embossed the awesome Birthday Chart stamp onto some watercolor paper.
Then I colored over the embossed image with Distress Markers, spritzed it with water and let the colors mix.
Once the image was dry, I used the iron off technique to iron off the embossed sentiment, creating a perfectly smooth image. I am addicted to this awesome technique that I learned from Jennifer McGuire...HERE is a video she did showing you exactly how to do it.
Also, I used the Bubble Confetii stencil for the background. I just rubbed VersaMark ink over the openings of the stencil and then dusted on some Perfect Pearls to create the shiny silver dots.
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LOVE LOVE LOVE this. :)
ReplyDeleteWow I really need to learn the iron technique, it is fabulous. I really love the watercolour effect, it is my favourite x
ReplyDeleteI also love this technique!! It looks great!
ReplyDeleteGreat card.
ReplyDeleteSo awesome! Love the colors :-)
ReplyDeletePerfection!! Love the colors!!
ReplyDeleteI'm amazed at how clear and sharp your words remained after using the iron-off technique. I really need to try that. Great card!
ReplyDeletewonderful watercolor card.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun card! I love the colors!
ReplyDeletegreat way to use the subway art saying.
ReplyDeleteOooh, Cute! I'd love to get a card this pretty for my birthday on the 16th.
ReplyDeleteThanks for being a part of the birthday blog hop.
Great cards! Happy 2nd birthday to ABNH! ;-)
ReplyDeleteI love the colors !!!
ReplyDeleteI love the colors !!!
ReplyDeleteA very nice birthday card!!
ReplyDeleteLove the watercolour look, yet you managed such vibrant color!
ReplyDeleteLove this technique and can't wait to try it. Cute, colorful card.
ReplyDeletegreat bright colors on your card!
ReplyDeleteI'll have to try this iron off technique. I love all the gright colors on this. :)
ReplyDeleteLOVE the card!
ReplyDeleteGreat and colorful background on your card!
ReplyDeleteLike the rainbow of colors.
ReplyDeleteMelissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
Your card is lovely and I need to try this technique because the results are so fabulous!
ReplyDeleteLovely card, thanks for posting it for us to see.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a fun birthday card!
ReplyDeletegoing to try the technique
ReplyDeleteWhat a very sweet and fun card I love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet card. Love you're watercolor background and the sentiment.
ReplyDeleteLove the blend of colors!!!
ReplyDeletelove the water color technique
ReplyDeleteLove brightly colored birthday cards and this qualifies.
ReplyDeleteVery colorful--I like how you used the distress markers.
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Such a gorgeous card, Kelly...I LOVE it! So glad you could be part of the hop!
ReplyDeleteIt's bright and cheerful. What's not to love.
ReplyDeletei love all the colors you used, they are beautiful together.
ReplyDeleteLove the colors and your card! This has been a great Hop!
ReplyDeleteGreat card...so fun...
ReplyDeleteAmazing card!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat sentiment. Good job on the card.
ReplyDeleteLovely card. TFS!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun technique, Kelly, and I love the pretty colors you used! Awesome card!
ReplyDeleteGreat job...the iron off technique worked out amazingly on this card..thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteYou've mastered this technique! I love the colours and the grey contrasting effect!
ReplyDeleteI love the background using the stencil perfect pearls!! Great card.
ReplyDeleteFabulous card, Kelly. Love the watercoloured background.
ReplyDeleteCool technique.
ReplyDeleteYour card is wonderful & colourful!
ReplyDeleteCute card, lovely watercolouring
ReplyDeleteColorfully delicious! Thanks for sharing your great card.
ReplyDeleteGreat use of the iron off technique. I'm going to have to try for myself.
ReplyDeleteA great card using this technique. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteA great card using this technique. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty card great tecnique. Congrats on ABNH turning two and thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThe card is realy lovely I like the colors that you used. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteColor combo is very pretty. I like the shifting between them. The stamp is adorable with the this style. It looks like those at the optics!! haha.
ReplyDeleteLove the colours and watercolour.
ReplyDeleteEverybody is trying this iron-off technique! hmmm...
ReplyDeleteGreat card - thanks
ReplyDeletegreets Nicole
Love the watercolors and the technique!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty card. Love this technique!
ReplyDeleteGreat card! Love the rainbow effect :)
ReplyDeleteFantastic card. I love this technique.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card.
ReplyDeletegreat effect with the rainbow
ReplyDeleteBeautiful background!
ReplyDeleteGoing to have to try this - the result is fabulous :)
ReplyDeleteLove this card. Great for someone with a great sense of humor and who is lots of fun to be with.
ReplyDeleteOh, great to find more really cool ideas!! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteVery bold card
ReplyDeleteLove how this technique makes the colors so soft and welcoming.
ReplyDeleteI love the graded colors in the background. Watercolor is amazing!
ReplyDeleteNice Card!! :)
ReplyDeleteLove all the colors , such a great card!!
ReplyDeleteGreat card. Love the birthday stamp.
ReplyDeleteReally a great idea! Can't wait to start "ironing"...
ReplyDeleteLove your card.
ReplyDeleteJeg ønsker dig en dejlig dag :0)
great card, gorgeous colors!
ReplyDeleteLove this technique! This would make a great masculine birthday card:)
ReplyDeleteI love this card for it's color and simple design. It is great for masculine or feminine cards. I always have trouble coming up with masculine cards. Thanks for sharing your talent and giving me a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI think I need to get an iron for the craft room!
ReplyDeleteGreat color combo!
ReplyDeleteGreat card! I really like the colors and detail.
ReplyDeleteLove the colors!
ReplyDeleteStencils are so much fun and add a unique element. I'm glad so many are available now. Your design was effective and I enjoyed seeing it. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteColorful but muted. Like how it all pulls together!
ReplyDeleteGreat card! Love the rainbow watercolor background!
ReplyDeleteSo cute, I really like the rainbow background for the sentiment! Thanks for sharing...
ReplyDeleteVery pretty background!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a HAPPY birthday card! The watercolors--AWESOME! And I really like the iron-off technique. I'm enjoying how the different DT members are using this technique--FUN! Thanks for sharing! XOXO-Shari
ReplyDeletewhat a cool technique, must give it a try.
ReplyDeleteVery cool...love the technique!!! gotta try this.
ReplyDeleteI too am addicted to both watercolors and the iron off technique, which you used to make a gorgeous card.
ReplyDeleteWatercolor and bokeh...perfect for a party!
ReplyDeleteI've been seeing so many bright cards on this hop that the gray background was a bit unexpected, but I love it. Gray is one of my favorite colors and I love how you used it here!!
ReplyDeleteWow, I love the effect you created here!!!
ReplyDeleteThe stencil background is so pretty. Pp making a big comeback it seems!
ReplyDeleteI love the bright colors, and the iron-off technique is super cool.
ReplyDeleteStunning card! Love that technique too! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteAwesome card ! fab Technique too !
ReplyDeleteLove love love the colors on this card! The white just POPS!!! Thanks for being part of the HOP.
ReplyDeleteLove the rainbow color background, just so pretty
ReplyDeletePretty watercoloured frame for the sentiment!
ReplyDeleteFun card.
ReplyDeleteI love this technique.
ReplyDeleteLovely card!!
ReplyDeleteI love this technique also, it turned out great, I like the perfect pearl dots also!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea for a male card...which are hard to create.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty and very colorful!
ReplyDeleteI am in watercolor heaven.
ReplyDeleteSuper versatile - lovely.
ReplyDeleteHi Kelly! Beautiful watercolor effect card. Thank you for sharing your tutorial on the iron-off technique : )
ReplyDeleteLoving all these great Hero Arts creations!
ReplyDeletehappy anniversary--
ReplyDeletewould love to win the prize package--
thanks for the give away--
Love the colours!
ReplyDeleteI'm afraid to try this technique because my husband may ask me to start ironing his shirts. Ha!
ReplyDeleteGreat birthday card!
ReplyDeleteLove the techniques you used yo create this beautiful card!
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty card and great technique.
ReplyDeleteFabulous card! Lovin' it!
ReplyDelete~God bless~
Beautiful rainbow effect!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty and colorful! I love it!
ReplyDeleteLove your card, and this technique! Great job!
ReplyDeletegreat to see another example of ironing off embossing! Will have to try it too.
ReplyDeleteHappy B-day to ABNH!
Love the distressed look of the sentiment piece, wonderful card!
ReplyDeleteGreat technique wonderful colors!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your card. The stamp really shines with the iron-off technique.
ReplyDeleteLove this card. Can't wait to try this technique
ReplyDeleteLove the rainbow effect. Very nice.
ReplyDeletelove!
ReplyDeleteI'm really loving the iron off technique! Your card is awesome!!
ReplyDeleteFun card - love the colors and the technique you used!
ReplyDeleteAlways love this iron off technique.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great use for the iron off technique! Pretty card!
ReplyDeletegreat card - love the color combination - you have a new follower!
ReplyDeleteSandra ltb
Great cards! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteThat watercolor looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteLove the look, definitely gonna try this.
ReplyDeleteLOVE this! And the perfect pearls are a nice touch!
ReplyDeletelove your watercolor effect on your b'day card : )
ReplyDeletegreat look on your happy card...
ReplyDeleteLove your card and the iron-off technique. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo very creative! Love it. TFS.
ReplyDeleteWow wonderful!
ReplyDeletelove the rainbow colors you used :)
ReplyDeleteLove your card. I'm learning so many new things from this blog hop. Delia Rotolo
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Thanks for sharing the technique! Your card is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteReally liking this iron off technique. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLovin this technique! And I'm always a sucker for a great rainbow ;-) Love your card!!
ReplyDeleteGreat card!! Great technique.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card. Great technique.
ReplyDeleteInteressting card size!
ReplyDeleteLove your card - it's sure to bring a smile to the lucky birthday person!
ReplyDeleteGreat card! Love the stripes of color! On a side note, love your blog layout too, clean, graphically nice, no flashing annoyances, pop up comment is perfect - this is what I would strive for if I started a blog. :) Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteKatie B.
Beautiful techniques. Your card is so bright and cheery!
ReplyDeleteLove your card!
ReplyDeleteI really love this! I'd like to try this technique!
ReplyDeleteGreat card and great background !!
ReplyDeleteYour card is just awesome, love it!
ReplyDeleteLove how it looks like water color!
ReplyDeleteI adore anything RAINBOW and this card too!
ReplyDeleteGreat Job! I love this technique and you nailed it! Beautiful card.
ReplyDeleteFun rainbow card.
ReplyDeleteSuper cool water color effect@!
ReplyDeleteI totally love this technique too! You did a fabulous job!
ReplyDeleteKris in Alaska
funamom at yahoo dot com
The rainbow background and text together are great.
ReplyDeleteThat technique looks like fun! Will have to try it. Great looking card!
ReplyDeleteLove your card, Kelly!
ReplyDeleteyes love the technique too...great card dear Kelly...
ReplyDeleteYour sentiment really shines on your card. Thanks for the colorful entry.
ReplyDeleteCute stamp, really like this big sentiment stamp trend!
ReplyDeleteGreat card. Distress ink are a wonder to work with. Fabulous ideas.
ReplyDeleteFun card! Great bold sentiment and colors!
ReplyDeleteFabulous watercolour card
ReplyDeleteWonderful background for that large sentiment.
ReplyDeleteLove this card!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Must try this technique :)
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful card Kelly! I love this technique!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful, Kelly ... a rainbow showpiece with a very cool perfect pearls background! Anita :)
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful, Kelly ... a rainbow showpiece with a very cool perfect pearls background! Anita :)
ReplyDeleteGreat card. it is the second card i have seen on the hop using the iron off technique. it looks great so i might have to give it a go.
ReplyDeleteuse rainbow color is simple and yet the best
ReplyDeleteI really have to try this iron off technique. You make it look so simple and gorgeous! TFS!
ReplyDeleteVery cute card!
ReplyDeleteVery clever. I like your color selection, too.
ReplyDeleteNICE opening i think is the opportunity for talented guys its good step.
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I like the Versamarked polka dot background. The whole card is great. Thanks for sharing.
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