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Monday 11 July 2011


Morning blog followers!  Well it seems that nobody wants to have me shot at dawn or drawn and quartered for posting Christmas samples in July!  Yeah for that, I was sweating bullets!  So here are a  few more of the Christmas cards from the last shows for your perusal.  Since they had the same colour schemes, I decided to post them both together, even though they are using different Spellbinder dies from the Christmas set offering.  I can't really decide which of these I prefer, how about you?  They are both simple in their layouts, nothing too tricky.  I did, however, use the border from the doily set on the first card with the bauble (see they mix and match well, don't they?!)  I do like the soft blue and white colour combo for Christmas.  It gives you the feel of the season, but in a subtle way I think.  Let me know what you think of these and if you are still in the mood for more (because I definitely have more!).  All for now, Sue x
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59 comments:

  1. Erum Tasneem11 July 2011 at 08:52

    Stunning!

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  2. Jan 11 July 2011 at 08:58

    Absolutely fabulous xx Jan

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  3. veronica11 July 2011 at 09:09

    these are lovely - think i prefer the bauble one, so simple, but the snowflake is stunning, definitely a special one!

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  4. marg11 July 2011 at 09:13

    Hi Sue !
    Love the blue and white... really crisp,and white,and even!(LOL) and if we have a winter like last, the colours will really match. I love the Snowflake card , it looks like an iced Christmas Cake..beautiful.
    Love Marg

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  5. Lynne Gilbert11 July 2011 at 09:22

    Hi Sue. Got to be my favourite colour scheme for Christmas. Love them both but bauble one come out top for me! Thanks for yesterday. Really enjoyed it. Lol Lynne xxx

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  6. sandy's crafty bits11 July 2011 at 09:41

    wow what a super little christmas card ... love your design ... the snowflake is great ... happy crafting and love sandy xx

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  7. Wellnifty11 July 2011 at 10:26

    Both are gorgeous, love the snowflake and the border on the top one x

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  8. Bee and Dee11 July 2011 at 10:28

    Beautiful cards, snowflakes are such special images. Hugs Bee

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  9. Wellington11 July 2011 at 11:13

    Both beautiful cards - but I'm edging towards the snowflake aperture as my fave cos I'm a sucker for lots of dimension on a card, particulary if it does the slightly unexpected thing of going 'in' rather than a more tradtional popping up & outwards

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  10. Fiona11 July 2011 at 11:23

    Absolutely lovely. Having just booked a holiday for October I think I'd perhaps better follow your example and make a start on my Christmas cards!

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  11. Clai0111 July 2011 at 11:30

    I really can't decide which one I prefer as they are both absoutely gorgeous! I'm trying to visualise a set of 5 all different but on the same christmas theme and design and they would make a stunning selection in this colour combination.
    Very cool !

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  12. Kate's Cards11 July 2011 at 11:30

    Crisp fresh designs!

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  13. dutchess11 July 2011 at 11:51

    Hi Sue....MORE MORE MORE!!!!! we need your inspiration for Christmas...I was so mad at myself for missing the christmas baubles....I love these 2 cards they are so elegant......and I shall aspire to recreate even though I only have last years nesties......take care and more samples please!!! Margaret

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  14. Karen11 July 2011 at 12:20

    Beautiful colours and look so cool and elegant whilst the sun is shining outside!!! Christmas in July, great!

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  15. Maryann Laursen11 July 2011 at 12:23

    Oh boy these are sooo cool. I just love these Spellbinder dies and these are awesome. What lovely cards you´ve made with these here Sue, they looks gorgeous. Beautiful work and sooo easy for anyone to do.

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  16. Inkypinkycraft11 July 2011 at 13:31

    What a beautiful snowflake, gentle and sophisticated.great stuff!

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  17. Marjorie's Owl11 July 2011 at 14:00

    Gorgeous cards, can't choose between them!

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  18. christine11 July 2011 at 14:53

    Both are stunning I can't decide which is my favourite love the colours too.

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  19. Unknown11 July 2011 at 15:45

    Well who could resist these? x leigh x

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  20. Anonymous11 July 2011 at 15:55

    Beautiful cards both. I love love the second one, hope you don't mind but I'll be giving that one a try myself. Keep them coming.

    Sue

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  21. KimberleyG11 July 2011 at 16:08

    I really like both of them. It is neat how the second one is a raised cutout. I used the same colours for my Christmas cards last year. It was a refreshing change from the traditional. Feel free to show us more.

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  22. LellyJelly11 July 2011 at 17:23

    Oh yes, these definitely hit the spot! Anything blue is good. I don't do the reds/greens for Christmas so these are right up my street. Not twee or over 'lacy' in effect, these are just lovely. The second is my 'must-have', but hey, who cares?? It's Christmas in July.
    So looking forward to the dabble day - if we're late then please wait for us - I'm the driver.x

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  23. Jan11 July 2011 at 17:59

    Beautiful cards Sue, love the subtle colours.
    Jan x

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  24. bea11 July 2011 at 18:25

    Stunning cards Sue as always - thanks

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  25. Helene11 July 2011 at 19:05

    Lovely Christmas cards and so inspirational.

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  26. Papercraft By Carole11 July 2011 at 19:30

    Both gorgeous - but I definately have a thing for that ornament die. Keep them coming!! Like the sound of your "Dabble Day"!! Cxx

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  27. Soo11 July 2011 at 19:32

    I love love the snowflake one but love the ornament one just that little bit moe. I bought the Christmas Spellbinder set and can't wait to get using them! Thanks again for the inspiration.

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  28. PaulineC11 July 2011 at 19:32

    They are both really gorgeous and I cannot decide which one I prefer.

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  29. gill11 July 2011 at 19:53

    Both cards are gorgeous but prefer the bauble one because I could try that for myself although i dont have the Xmas dies.

    Gill

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  30. Barbara Phillips11 July 2011 at 20:56

    Love the snowflake one but the bauble one is also fab. Please give us more samples as I need the inspiration. When are you back on C&C?

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  31. Christine B.11 July 2011 at 20:59

    Hi Sue gorgeous cards. I got the dies so it's so nice to see them up close. I definately need the inspiration. Thanks for sharing. Hugs x ChrisB

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  32. furrypig11 July 2011 at 21:29

    Fabulous as always and lovely cool colours depicting the winter season perfectly

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  33. Unknown11 July 2011 at 23:55

    Sue, these cards are simply stunning! The snowflake stamp and dies are beautiful....Keep on crafting...

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  34. Rufus12 July 2011 at 06:36

    How beautiful! Keep posting 'em!!
    R/

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  35. Anonymous12 July 2011 at 10:46

    Show us more they are beautiful

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  36. JULIEMCRANE12 July 2011 at 16:57

    Hi Sue

    I think i prefer the bauble but both lovely. I like the colour combo too, it looks very clean and stylish.

    Julie x

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  37. Julie Smith12 July 2011 at 22:15

    Hi Sue,

    So pleased I have found your blog, I love your cards they are so classy

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  38. Lorraine12 July 2011 at 22:28

    oh wow sue you really do spoil us with inspiration these cards are delish i love the crisp white look from them xx

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  39. Anonymous13 July 2011 at 13:26

    love this white on white look, specially with that little bit of colour, beautiful!

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  40. Vee13 July 2011 at 14:54

    Oh, Sue. You have done it again. I think these will be my Christmas cards this year.
    Thx.

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  41. Bernie14 July 2011 at 03:41

    These are both stunning! Can't pick just one, love them both to much.
    Blessings bernie

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  42. Anonymous14 July 2011 at 11:14

    I love both and can't choose a favourite!
    The colour is beautiful, a favourite of mine!

    Deb

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  43. scrapper16 July 2011 at 14:45

    Absolutely LOVE the clue and white snowflake card - so classy.
    Baubles are not my cup of tea but this white card is very stylish.
    Looking forward to seeing you at the workshop tomorrow

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  44. violetclouds16 July 2011 at 23:03

    like the others have said, so hard to choose, but for me the snowflake wins

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  45. Littlehamsterz19 July 2011 at 04:42

    They're both absolutely beautiful, but my favorite is definitely the snowflake spellbinder. It just looks so intricate!

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  46. Tiggerbird20 July 2011 at 19:43

    Absolutely beautiful cards... so detailed!

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  47. Carole Z22 July 2011 at 07:13

    They are so beautiful...I love the colours too

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  48. Mimi29 July 2011 at 10:30

    These are both stunning! Especially in the white. Great job!

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  49. Ms. Petersen2 August 2011 at 17:06

    These are absolute stunners! I really struggled last year with coming up with Christmas card ideas, so I am so happy to have come upon yours here. I've saved them to my "ideas" folder. Thanks so much for posting them!

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  50. Mimi8 August 2011 at 02:31

    I'm the biggest "Bah humbug" around too....but I love these two cards!!! They are just gorgeous!! Great inspirations! Thanks! Mimi

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  51. PaperCraft Paradise9 August 2011 at 02:49

    WOW again now who would want to receive one of these gorgeous cards in the Mail I love the layered look with the ornament and the ribbon and rose just finish the card.
    love your work. thankyou so much for sharing
    Hug mariana

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  52. Unknown13 August 2011 at 10:47

    Theses cards are fabulous! In this summer hit, it made me feel a little bit chilly :-)

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  53. Lynn (delphinoid)18 August 2011 at 01:48

    Stunning cards! They are fabulous!!! I love the second one most because I like the way you have done the central snowflake, it's gorgeous. :) X X

    Please visit My Blog: Delphinoid's Cards and Craft

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  54. CathyinMN21 August 2011 at 01:33

    Love them both! I certainly would have to get them both since I wouldn't be able to make up my mind.

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  55. Jan.moogie26 August 2011 at 06:26

    Just love these cards but which die is the cut out snowflake from? would love to purchase it

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  56. Tigs26 August 2011 at 16:12

    Lovely cards. I like to see cards using colours other then green and red. They are beautiful.

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  57. Yvette26 August 2011 at 23:23

    both cards are lovely but my favourite is the bauble, such an elegant card and lovely colours

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  58. Weihn26 October 2012 at 03:35

    Absolutely fabulous xx Jan

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  59. Patricktngx2 February 2013 at 23:27

    Both gorgeous - but I definately have a thing for that ornament die. Keep them coming!! Like the sound of your "Dabble Day"!! Cxx

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