Monday, October 17, 2016

Atlantic Hearts and the Hop To Stop


For the next couple weeks Becca Cruger over at The Damsel of Distressed Blog is hosting the Hop to Stop Blog Hop-here is the meaning from her Blog:

If you're wondering why everything (at least that's my hope) in the blogosphere is turning purple... there IS a reason - the Hop to Stop is here! 

You see, purple is the color of National Domestic Violence Awareness month. 
1 in 3 women will experience domestic violence over the course of their lifetimes. 
Let that sink in - 33% of all the women you meet. 

Women between the ages of 15 and 44 are more likely to be injured or die as a result of domestic violence, than through rapes, muggings and car accidents combined.

And women aren't the only people who are affected! Women, men, transgender - gender doesn't matter. Domestic violence is something that exists regardless of gender, socioeconomic status, religion, education level, etc.

I've decided to use my Atlantic Hearts Sketch this week to spread the word and here's what I've made:


So if you want to join along with the Hop to Stop, create something where the color Purple is the star and link up!  Becca asks that you comment on at least three other projects linked up to help spread the love, but I'll tell you it's worth visiting every single piece of art because you will read many uplifting stories and learn a few things along the way.  And use the sketch over at Atlantic Hearts to get you started!  Such a versatile sketch!


I started with my background piece... I ink distressed my background piece with some Tim Holtz distress inks in various purple shades and then splattered some water on it.  Then I used a stencil and some purple shimmer embossing paste to create my strip down the middle.  After that was dry, I swiped some purple Inka Gold onto the stenciled areas and then some gold Inka Gold around the edges.  Finally, I splattered some gold droplets around.


I finished it off with one of the beautiful sayings from Becca's stamp set, Strong Women, which is perfect for this Blog Hop with lots of beautiful and inspiring sentiments.

So thank you for stopping and please be sure to check out all of the projects both over at Atlantic Hearts and the Hop to Stop!  And play along!



18 comments:

~amy~ said...

Purple + Gold = Yes, please!

Lori said...

Lisa - thank you for taking a moment to remind us of such an important cause. You created a beautiful card to spread the word. Gorgeous background color, ribbon and gold heart - fabulous card!

shirley-bee said...

Fab card - love the distressed background!

Becca Cruger said...

My goodness this is beyond beautiful!! The gorgeous intricate dies create such amazing design lines. Thanks for creating for the Hop to Stop and raising your voice for victims of domestic violence.

Scrapper69 said...

Oh WOW Lisa! This is simply BEAUTIFUL! I LOVE the color mixture and the stencil design!

Theresa

Christine said...

I love this sentiment and your very regal looking card! The purple and gold are both elegant and strong. Prayers that those suffering from DV will find strength and encouragement!

Lizzy Hill said...

GORGEOUS! Loooove the way you've used the Inka Gold and that texture in the bg...it sure is a worthy cause.... I don't think I'll be commenting on all the entries....there's a PILE already - which is totally brill, of course!!

Julie Tucker-Wolek said...

This is gorgeous! LOVING the colors and that heart!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dee Earnshaw said...

Awesome color combo and design:)

Becca Yahrling said...

Absolutely gorgeous. Love the beautiful BG you created. I want some purple shimmer embossing paste - yum.

KT Fit Kitty said...

You always come up with something fabulous, my friend! This is absolutely gorgeous! Love the sparkly gold peeking out from behind the purple! Purple and gold are beautiful together, so rich looking! The shimmer embossing paste looks amazing!

Mitralee said...

Very lovely card and your words gave me a cold chill. Glad you are particpating and that is an epic background! HUGS!

lavina agarwal said...

Wow this is awesomely beautiful! ! :)
Thanks for stopping by at my blog..love

Jerrie said...

Wow! What an elegant card! Love your purple and gold color scheme. This is a fantastic take on the sketch!

Tracey said...

Simply Stunning....Love the shades of purple and the shimmer of gold, gorgeous card...love your take on the sketch too!

Suzanne Reynolds said...

Beautiful shades of purples and pinks and love all the watercoloring or mixed media you used...and love the ribbon and bow...gorgeous card.

SewPaperPaint said...

This is AMAZING Lisa! Super wow! Love this beautiful card. Hugs, Autumn

Lori Kobular said...

Stunning card! I love all the textures and that beautiful ribbon and heart! Wonderful card for a very important cause!