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Judi Apr 6, 2006

Well, I thought I would give this ATC thing a try.  I'm not sure about this whole thing.  I made seven.  They took hours to make.  I started off with white cards, then I airbrushed a midnight background...three layers of colors plus the stars.  The stars reqired masking for the hard edges.

Then I cut and pasted (spray adhesive glue actually) the bears/tigers/lion-lamb photos, then sprayed with an acrylic crystal clear coating to protect the surface.    Then I added genuine Austrian crystals in three shades of blues and pinks, some with aurora-borealis coatings...and some other do-dads.

The AUstrain crystal are BRILLIANTLY sparkly in the light.

All in all I thought these were very time consuming.  I don't know if I will be making any more like these.  I may just do paintings and drawings on the next ones..if there are any "next ones".

Tammy Apr 6, 2006

THUMP !!!!!!  That's the sound of my jaw hitting the floor !!   Your cards are breathtaking Judi.  That airbrushing with the crystals is so magical.  Are you putting them on bid4bears ?  I want one !   :clap:  :clap:

gotobedbears Apr 6, 2006

They are beeeeeyoooootiful ATC's Judi  :clap:  :clap:  :clap:

But i have to agree with you, it's very time consuming and i bet you would be able to paint some absolutely stunning ones.

Throw out the doodads and get the paintbrush out  :dance:  :hug:

Penny 

Judi Apr 6, 2006

Thanks Tammy!   :hug: I just wasn't sure about them ..really...I almost threw them out until my daughter told me she wanted one.

I am going to post them on Bid 4 Bears except for the goldenbear...the edge is a bit damaged and my daughter wants that one anyway...that worked out just right., eh?

Judi Apr 6, 2006

Thanks Penny.  I LOVE YOUR cards.

I really just could not believe how

long

these took to make....and what a mess my kitchen was too after words.......can't work on these in my workshop...it's full to the brim with bear stuff!!!

Tracy Apr 6, 2006

Oh Judi!!  These are awesome!!    Totally puts my first attempts to shame........I might be able to live with that if you're planning to put these on Bid4Bears.      I want one too!!

:hug:
Tracy

Winney Apr 6, 2006

Beautiful Judi ...really stunning effects....Winney

WildThyme Apr 6, 2006

Judi... they are absolutely wonderful!!!! I love the fact that you airbrushed them too, since that is something you are so known for!     

Kim Basta
Wild Thyme Originals

ArtHeart Apr 6, 2006

HOLY CATNIP BATMAN!
Those are awesome!

nt

melissa Apr 6, 2006

I almost threw them out

no no no!  Judi these are amazing - whew, I am so glad you posted them here.....these are stunning!!!

Laura Lynn Banner SponsorApr 6, 2006

WOW!!!!!!!!!

Sooooo... when are these going on Bid4Bears???????

Shari Apr 6, 2006

Amazing!! Your talent knows no bounds.           

starlite Apr 6, 2006

Judi,
Your cards are tremendous - just like your bears and critters - I can not decide which one of the photos I like best - infact I love them all  - waht a talented lady!! :clap:  :clap:
:hug:

Judi Apr 6, 2006

Thank you.  :hug:  :hug:  :hug:  :hug: ...well I guess I am glad I did not throw them out after all........ I have listed some on www.bid4bears.com

patsylakebears Apr 6, 2006

Judi what wonderful ATC's they are amazing .......

Dilu Apr 6, 2006

Oh my....Oh my gollygoodness....first Penny comes out of the closet and now Judy?  Beautiful work Judi, just beautiful.....

Oh if you made one of Cozy I would move heaven and earth to trade with you....what could I do?  That would be good enough?

stunned

dilulikins

jazzyrags Apr 6, 2006

I Think they  are magnificent Judi, it makes me feel that i want to try and make one .

Judi Apr 6, 2006

Dilu, I don't think I still have a photo of Cozy.  DO you have one?  I would be happy to make for you with Cozy on it.

Thanks for the nice comments ladies :dance:

kbonsall Apr 6, 2006

JUDI, THEY ARE BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Eileen Apr 6, 2006

  These are beautiful, Judi! 

I love the way the beasties hold center-stage. Without too much glop they pop.

Next time you're tempted to throw something (anything) out, if your very intelligent daughter fails to stop you, send it to me, COD.

Eileen

I Love Teddies Apr 7, 2006

I love your ATCs!   

Dilu or Judi,

Who is Cozy?  Do you have pics?

SueAnn Help Advisor, Banner SponsorApr 7, 2006

They are brilliant, Judi . . . so glad you decided not to throw them away!

Celena Apr 7, 2006

Phew!!! Luckily you DIDN'T throw them away....SUCH LOVELY CARDS 

doodlebears Celebration AmbassadorApr 7, 2006

  JUDI they are really wonderful.

 

How could you even think of throwing them out. I can't make anything at the moment because I have cut deeply into my finger. I'm having to type with my finger stuck up in the air......stupid me!!!!!!!

Hugs Jane. 

Judi Apr 7, 2006

I can't make anything at the moment because I have cut deeply into my finger. I'm having to type with my finger stuck up in the air......stupid me!!!!!!!

OUCH Jane!!! :hug:  :hug:  :hug:   sorry, but I am giggling here, picturing you sitting at your computer with your finger up in the air!