Tuesday 16 March 2010

Two Shows For Me!

Hi everyone,   I have just been told that I am not only doing the wildflower show on Create and Craft on Wednesday, but I am also doing a second show that day too!  Since Sheena is on a short holiday this week, they have asked me to do a Spellbinders nestability show as well.  This is a first, my first Spellbinders show and my first time doing two shows in one day.  Ususally I do a show about once a month so for me to have two shows in one day is big!  Although I haven't had much notice, I  have been hard at work making samples for these shows (which means I haven't had too much time to play with the new stamp sets.  Those new stamps are just sitting on my table staring at me and laughing!! Soon, I hope, soon!)  The wildflower show is set for noon and the Spellbinder show is scheduled for 3pm. 

I did say that I haven't had  a lot of time, but I have had a little time to play and I managed to make a few more military cards and one card from our yet unreleased religious stamp sets. 

I was rather pleased with my religious card as I was able to make it look like a miniature Bible by stamping it on vellum four or five times, cutting it out and curling the pages slightly and  layering it like a book.  I've included a pic showing the side view so you can see what I'm talking about.  I used a small piece of satin ribbon to make it look like a bookmark and edged the pages using a gold paint pen.  I know that both the military stamps and the religious stamps are more specialised but I think it is very difficult to find stamps to fill those needs.  I am hoping that you like these designs and even if they aren't for you, you might know someone who would enjoy these.  What do you think?  I've got to get back to my show prep.  All for now, Sue x

46 comments:

bonjen3 said...

looking forward to your shows!

Lynne said...

looking forward to the shows Sue. Not sure about the religious stamp - but it will fit someone's bill so a useful one to have. Really like the military sets. Good even for those not in the forces - just good macho sets. Good luck with the shows, Best Wishes.

Naomi Johnson said...

fabulous cards, love the little bible! think its perfect!

Suzanne said...

great news for us 2 shows - at least it isn`t 2 hours together for you
Love the samples and the mini bible
Have fun
Suzanne x

margaret said...

Looking forward to your shows on Wednesday, will be watching. Love Spellbinders and stamps.

Knerten said...

Your religious card is really impressive; great !

paperscissors said...

preparing for two shows and you still had time to craft!!! wow, the results are incredible andthe bible looks awesome, love the bookmark, your attention to details, spot on!

Debbi said...

Wow! Your Bible is AMAZING!! Totally amazing!!
I love the military card, too. I really like the stars in the background. Wow!

Lorraine said...

these are gorgeous cards love the bible one xx

Kate's Cards said...

I like I like I like!
Good luck tomorrow - dvd set to record already.
Kate
xxxx

veronica said...

looking forward to the shows - the religious stamps look like being really useful, and I love the way you did the bible!

Wellington said...

Fab - 2 shows for my birthday :D Yay! Don't take this the wrong way but I'm hoping I have to record them, cuz that means that hubby will have taken me out for lunch tee hee

Annette said...

You are one busy lady! Inspiring how you're still able to create such beautiful cards - thanks for sharing!

The Taming of the Glue said...

Now I know what I'll be doing that day! The bible card is very useful..confirmation, christening, wedding, bereavement and even Xmas. Pam

Sarpreet said...

Good luck with the show - thanks for the notice - i will cerainly be tuning into watch what you do! I am so excited, can not wait to see your samples! Please - i really hope they do show the samples

irinka said...

Wow, LOVE this card. Bible is sooooo beautiful.

Annette said...

2 great cards, good luck on Wednesday i'll be watching sandra x

mae said...

Buen lindos tus trabajos!!!saludos!

ikki said...

Look forward to seeing you on air. Hope it goes well and that you enjoy the experience. ikki

Jayne Owen said...

Hi Sue

the samples look great, hope it all goes ok, I'm sure you will be fine as always. How come you have space on your table for stamps to sit, a rarity for a crafter lol

Keep up the good work Jayne xx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
Saw the first show and really enjoyed it. Well done! Looking forward to show 2.
Lesley

Lesley said...

Watched the first show and really enjoyed it. Well done! Looking forward to show 2.
Lesley

Anonymous said...

wow - the card with the bible was perfect.
great idea!

I really like the colors on the military card and the assemble is a fine detail ;o)

Jeanette ;o)

KimberleyG said...

Love how you make the bible like a real book and the gold edging makes it look really fancy.

Pink Heather said...

I love the top masculine card. The stars look gorgeous embossed like that.

Tindaloo said...

great cards - and cool bible!

miislucky said...

The bible card is the best i've ever seen.

Myzdamena said...

Both shows were absolutely fantastic!

You da daddy! hehe

I love to watch Create and Craft... I sort of hope I'll get better at crafting through some sort of crafty osmosis...so I watch as often as I can hehe

xxx

terriavidreader (IN-USA) said...

I love the bible card. Sometimes those are just the perfect ones! Everyone needs speciality cards on occasion. I'm always looking for more thoughtful "thinking of you" kind of cards. I don't care for the generic ones I see in stores.

Mary Lou said...

Amazing amazing cards especially the Holy Bible card!!! Superb!!! Good luck with your shows~~I know you will be great!!
Blessings

sandyh50 said...

Wow, these are amazing, I love the Holy Bible on vellum!

AniLi said...

I love the bible card.
Good luck with your shows!
Religious stamp sets, that is something I is really missing in my stash.

Sunny said...

Sue, these are wonderful creations. Love them.

Carole RB said...

Two fabulous card!

Zuila said...

wonderful creations, I love the bible card!
hugs.

Julie said...

Brilliant shows, enjoyed them so much. Have bought the wildflower stamps, both sets, and the sailboat blue and purple ink pads too. If my cards turn out half as good as yours I will be happy, thanks for the inspiration. xxx

Brooke said...

WOW super creative cards..love them!! Thanks so much for sharing!

Anonymous said...

Wow, What a fabulous bible card, simply gorgeous xx Doreen

Anonymous said...

Lovely cards, the bible/vellum idea is one that I will certainly use in the future.

Unknown said...

Two lovely cards Sue. I do like the Bible card as it is hard to find nice religious cards & this fits the bill. The military one is great too.

Amanda said...

Both card are great! Love the religious card just a tad bit more :-)

Rufus said...

Don't use a lot of religious cards, but you did a really great job on yours. Now the military one, THAT I use a lot of. Off to check it out
R/

craftygranny said...

Love the bible it's fabulous .

Tkat said...

that little bible is so awesome! wouldn't have thought of that -- but i love the effect! :)

Shirl said...

that mini bible is a fantastic idea! it really gives the card a beautiful touch! :)

Auntie Em said...

The layered vellum for the Bible is an awesome idea!!! Thanks for sharing! :o)