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Thursday 10 November 2011

A Pastel Christmas
























 Hi blog friends!  More Christmas today, but not the usual colour combos you would expect.  Can you handle a pastel pink and blue as a Christmas card?  I wasn't at all sure where I was headed when I started this one!  I originally was going to just keep it to pale pink and dusty rose, but the blue snuck in there as it needed a frosty look to it.  I embossed the Spellbinders snowflakes into the background of the card after I had stamped it with the snowflake from our Christmas Filigree stamp set and embossed with white powder.  I then used the Spun Sugar distress ink and the Broken China distress ink to lightly add colour to the background.  The stamped images acted as a resist while the ink highlighted the die embossed areas.  I cut a frame from Labels eighteen and while in the die, inked it with spun sugar distress ink leaving the white edge.  I mounted it up over my sentiment for dimension.  With a piece of velvet ribbon that had some decorative cording on it (out of my craft stash), I ruched it up the side of the card. I cut out a few of the Spellbinder snowflakes to add to the ruching with some pink Bakers Twine too.   I added some pearly swirlies that I coloured with a tiny bit of spun sugar reinker.  The entire card was matted on pink card and framed with,  you guessed it, what else but pearl PVA glue dots.  You know I love them!

 Here is a close up  that shows the stamping and the embossed card background.  Not my usual style, but I like doing things that are a bit different from time to time too.  So what is the consensus on this one?  Thumbs up or thumbs down?  Be gentle.

We have a winner on our ''over 100 comments'' contest too.  From the blog post on Tuesday the 8th, I picked number 22 randomly and that coincides with comment number 22 which was left by follower Edwina!!!  Please email me to confirm your address before I post off your prize.  Thanks for playing!

Don't forget to leave a comment for your extra entries into the blog candy contest.  If you have any difficulties, email me!  sue@particraft.co.uk  All for now, Sue x
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109 comments:

  1. Jan 10 November 2011 at 06:18

    WOW stunning card Sue. Love it xx Jan

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  2. Missmizog10 November 2011 at 07:10

    Hi sue
    Yet another amazing card. The colours go so well, what an unusual coloured christmas card.
    Sue

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  3. Marie-Louise10 November 2011 at 07:11

    Very unusual but very nice. A change from the usual Christmas colours.

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  4. Unknown10 November 2011 at 07:26

    I like this - very elegant. Love the ribbon and the pearl swirly. Love, Julia xxxx

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  5. Jenn Zeeb10 November 2011 at 07:29

    I love this, WOW, great card
    hugs
    jenn zeeb

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  6. Leanne10 November 2011 at 07:42

    What a fabulous card. Love those flourishes.

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  7. Maggie10 November 2011 at 07:57

    Stunning card, looks soo pretty how you have inked through the stencil, and the ribbon & embelishments finish it off.
    Maggie

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  8. Chloe's Nan10 November 2011 at 08:03

    This is a gorgeous card Sue, the background is so effective and yes the blue does give it that 'frosty' feel xx

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  9. bhavana10 November 2011 at 08:09

    You are truly amazing, how do you do it! Another beautiful card!

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  10. Fuchsia10 November 2011 at 08:18

    What different colors Sue its quite lovely the snowflake is brill !

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  11. DI10 November 2011 at 08:31

    Another fantastic card loving the colours makes a change.

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  12. Clai0110 November 2011 at 08:41

    Sue i want to hunt in your craft stash , if lovely things like that ribbon are in there LOL !
    It's gorgeous, so is the card , really pretty.

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  13. Elaine L10 November 2011 at 09:01

    The photo makes the card look like it has that luxurious feel - it must look fabulous in reality. Love the subtlety of this card.
    Elaine

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  14. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 09:12

    very unusual but effective, a winner again sue x. Yvonne

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  15. Maryann Laursen10 November 2011 at 09:14

    Another great piece of art here Sue. I just love, how you try all these different things out, that we´re just too scared to dare try out ha ha ha. Most of it really looks awesome, even it can be hard to imagine, before we make it, so it´s really cool, that someone dare to try and with such an awesome result. It looks fabulous.

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  16. Uta10 November 2011 at 09:18

    Your card looks so precious.

    Hugs, Uta

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  17. Linda (Lindyloo)10 November 2011 at 09:21

    Oh dear, Sue I am so sorry but (you do say to be honest!)this is not to my particular taste. The style and layout of the card is beautiful but personally, I am not too fond of the colours. Oh lord, I feel rotten now, but I don't want to become a sycophant. Have a good day all. Regards Linda

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  18. Unknown10 November 2011 at 09:32

    Thumbs up, of course!!!
    What an elegant pretty card!

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  19. baa-me-chick10 November 2011 at 09:32

    It is so refreshing to see "holiday" cards created in alternative colours. Sue, you inspire me to try out the more unusual styles & let art take over.
    Thankyou xx

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  20. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 09:34

    WOW it's beautiful, just goes to show what you can do with a plain sheet of paper. Yes it is different for you and for people who like trad christmas colours but we are all different and that WILL be someones cup of tea, I love it.
    Ribbon looks good too. Like the frosty feel aswell. The only thing for me is maybe too many pearls.

    Sue C

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  21. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 09:57

    I think this is one of the most beautiful cards I have ever seen, you are a marvel Sue.
    Janet Babar

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  22. Kimbo10 November 2011 at 10:08

    This looks so opulent and certainly a card for a special friend. Kim x

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  23. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 10:18

    Wow the girl done good, a truly exceptional card Sue, the colours are amazing together, you truly inspire everyone and make us think outside the box as well.
    A stunning card.
    Hugs Amanda x

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  24. dutchess10 November 2011 at 10:37

    A definite thumbs up Sue.....how do you have the ideas?...that background is so intricate....and as for colours we all need to think more than just red and green for christmas, I try to think of the living room of the recipient and match their colour scheme...makes for some interesting cards! take care Margaret

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  25. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 10:44

    Wow! I love the colours used in this card, last year I did my cards in pink and everybody loved them. This year I have made them in blue and white (but now I think I will add some pink as well ;-) The pearls and ribbon finish the card off, another beautiful card.
    Heather x

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  26. uksharon10 November 2011 at 10:54

    I love that snowflake background will have to borrow that technique. Fabulous card and loving the spellhinders layered into snowflakes or flowers - my favourite use of spellbinders.
    Best wishes, Sharon

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  27. Takaya10 November 2011 at 10:58

    it's sooo unusual christmas colours, but I'm LOVE IT! For me- great album cover.
    Don't like pink but here looks so cool! :)

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  28. Canonbury creations10 November 2011 at 11:04

    love the colour palette Sue and although it's not traditional it still has a vintage feel. Loving the ribbon!!
    Val x

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  29. Rita10 November 2011 at 11:18

    I love this look Sue. It certainly has a vintage feel to it and I love it for that alone. The pearl embelishment is beautiful. Fabulous card. Hugs Rita xxxx

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  30. eileen.fj10 November 2011 at 11:28

    Hi Sue
    This card is really lovely-the colours go so well and the background is so effective. Love those siwrly pearls!

    Eileen x

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  31. Nick10 November 2011 at 11:44

    Hi.
    This card is amazing,I really love the ribbon with the trim.Stunning!Thanks for sharing.

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  32. Bee and Dee10 November 2011 at 11:53

    Wonderful card Bee x

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  33. craftymum10 November 2011 at 11:58

    Gorgeous. I love the frame and the pearl flourish is amazing
    hugs sarah x

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  34. Vie Carter10 November 2011 at 12:00

    Love the pearl swirls - make such an impact

    Vie Carter
    x

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  35. Maria's Paper Thoughts10 November 2011 at 12:36

    Stunning, the colours work really well.
    MariaS

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  36. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 12:37

    What a stunning card Sue! The colours work together beautifully! Would absolutely love to receive a card like that. Kath x

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  37. Wellington10 November 2011 at 12:39

    See, I'm not pinky inclined, so I personally would have just gone with blue against white...And in fact may well do so when I borrow the idea tee hee. Resist techniques are a fave of mine

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  38. Sandra F10 November 2011 at 13:04

    Another beautiful card. I don't know how you do it Sue.

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  39. Angela Drummond10 November 2011 at 13:10

    Another stunning card, I love the colour combo

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  40. Suzanne10 November 2011 at 13:33

    A big thulms UP from me - love the velvet ribbon and the delicate colours and patterns throughout - wow wow wow - do you think I like it !!! - thanks for sharing work wonderful work
    Suzanne x

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  41. Maggie10 November 2011 at 13:37

    Wow a totally gorgeous card love all the stamping and embossing as stamping is my first love, liking the pastel shades such an unusual combo going back for a closer look and definately will be giving this a try, thanks Sue for sharing.

    Maggie H

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  42. craftycarol10 November 2011 at 13:40

    Hi Sue,
    You've done it again...another beautiful card and unusual colours for Christmas too.
    Carol x

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  43. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 13:57

    Stunning card, really love the pastel shades, you are so talented. Edwina

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  44. Marleine10 November 2011 at 13:59

    Beautiful card, I love the colours. You never seem to be at a loss for inspiration.

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  45. Marleine10 November 2011 at 14:02

    Beautiful card, I love the colours. Truly an insiration.

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  46. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 14:22

    Wow another stunning card sue

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  47. Mandy Makes and Mends 10 November 2011 at 14:39

    Mmm not sure about colours but I love the design and the ribbon and pearls are just Devine am I allowed to say that ? Mandy x

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  48. Becky Dunham10 November 2011 at 14:58

    Wow Sue! This is gorgeous! I can definitely handle this color combo on a Christmas card! You can send it to me if you really want to :)

    rebeccadunham at hotmail dot com

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  49. Kate's Cards10 November 2011 at 15:13

    I just love the background!!

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  50. Janet10 November 2011 at 15:18

    Not sure about the blue - maybe a bit paler - but Hey! what do I know!!

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  51. Neha Jain10 November 2011 at 15:20

    amazing :)

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  52. LellyJelly10 November 2011 at 15:28

    Nice looking card, Sue (despite the frills -LOL!).x

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  53. Sandra Riley ..10 November 2011 at 15:37

    Lovely card Sue, the colours are unusual for christmas but Really work, I love the contemporary look.
    Thanks for the inspiration Sue

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  54. Sandra10 November 2011 at 16:02

    What can i say other then another stunning card Sue
    Sandra x

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  55. Unknown10 November 2011 at 16:20

    FAB CARD as always Sue.I love the pearly glue dots and the way you have rick-racked the ribbon. You inspire me to craft too.

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  56. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 16:38

    Hi Sue, it is really beautiful and lovely to see a card that is not in traditional Christmas colours, I am going to have a go at this one! Regards, Anne R x

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  57. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 17:02

    Lovely to see unusual colours on a Christmas card. Well done Sue. Lovel. Ann W

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  58. lilygee10 November 2011 at 17:31

    Hi Everyone - a pink and blue card but still looks quite Christmasy - I love that ribbon - looks regal; a ribbon to die for! - what a stash you have Sue - I'm really into ribbon at the moment and trying all kind of ways to use the edgeabilities to weave ribbon onto - but spend to much time experimenting and not making! never mind, it;s relaxing.
    Thanks for a lovely card
    lilygeexx

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  59. Carol S.10 November 2011 at 18:09

    Great card as usual Sue. You always produce a different take on things - like Christmas!! Hugs, Carol S.xx

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  60. Carole Z10 November 2011 at 18:29

    Well done Edwina on winning the prize...enjoy! Sue I love this card, the colours give it s really vintage feel, Carole x

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  61. Susanne10 November 2011 at 18:47

    I wish you the same....Love this sentiment and your card!!!! Hugs Susanne

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  62. PaulineC10 November 2011 at 18:49

    I love the unusual colours. I think that they do work together really well. I also love the ruched velvet ribbon.

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  63. KimberleyG10 November 2011 at 19:22

    Love the pearl swirls and the blue.

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  64. jollyjoyce10 November 2011 at 19:40

    Wow what beautiful colours. Is there ever a time you make a dud card? - I don't think so. As for the ribbon, did you get this in Florida? I love their ribbons. Keep up the outstanding work Sue. - Joyce

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  65. Anonymous10 November 2011 at 19:42

    Hi Sue, WOW, WOW and more WOW. I love it. I have to say that the photo looks more peach than pink. The blue adds dimension. As someone else said, I would be happy if you sent it to me.
    I look forward to viewing the next card.
    Elaine J

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  66. elkeartsandcrafts10 November 2011 at 19:43

    hello

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  67. Rhonda Miller10 November 2011 at 20:17

    What a pretty card.

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  68. violetclouds10 November 2011 at 20:48

    this is another amazing & elegant card, the ruched ribbon looks fantastic

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  69. Gillian Wilson10 November 2011 at 21:19

    Sue
    Tres Chic.....very baroque.Love how you can completely change a plain piece of paper into a work of art.Gillian

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  70. Rocky10 November 2011 at 21:21

    I LOVE snowflakes!

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  71. Barbara Phillips10 November 2011 at 22:26

    Absolutely love it, its very different but I love pastel colours and I love the pearls. Its really set off with the ribbon. Loving all your different styles!!!

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  72. Fiona10 November 2011 at 22:51

    Very stylish

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  73. Elizabeth10 November 2011 at 23:39

    Very nice card Sue...Love the ribbon..Where can I get some please? xx

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  74. Crafty Loops11 November 2011 at 00:52

    This is beautiful Sue. I love non traditional coloured Xmas cards. The trim is so pretty and I LOVE the bling. I need to find some of the swirly bling, I dont have any. I find it a bit difficult to find. Its definitely a "Thumbs Up" from me Sue. Lee x

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  75. Kimberly11 November 2011 at 03:30

    oh i love all the techniques you used...very elegant card...thanks for sharing.
    www.justwordz.ca

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  76. CathyinMN11 November 2011 at 03:58

    Not your typical Christmas colors, but this card is absolutely gorgeous! I love it!

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  77. Vee11 November 2011 at 04:10

    yes, sue, a very pastel christmas. i think i am going to stay with the slightly deeper hues. lol the swirls on this one are exquisite.

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  78. Luanne11 November 2011 at 05:59

    Very beautiful! card. really love the color and the embossing is beautiful. If you don't mind me asking, how do you get that bluish shade on your card? I'm new at these things and would love to learn new techniques.

    Cheers!

    Luanne
    myfootahead(at)gmail(dot)com
    craftersreference.blogspot.com

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  79. Rufus11 November 2011 at 06:01

    I like it! It's different and unusual. Love that rouched ribbon it's really pretty. The pearl swirl is quite elegant.
    R/

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  80. Kym's Crafty Cards11 November 2011 at 07:19

    Sue, what a gorgeous card. Love the addition of the ribbon as it's just perfect. Best wishes, Kym xxx

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  81. WencheP11 November 2011 at 07:38

    This is beautiful and so elegant. Love the snowflake!

    -Wenche

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  82. Stampersue11 November 2011 at 08:43

    Got to get me some of the PVC Pearly glue the dots look amazing. Unusual colours for a Christmas card but oh so stylish.

    Stampersue
    X

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  83. Jenny L11 November 2011 at 08:53

    Hi Sue I have been busy making Christmas Cards so not looked at your site. Silly me I missed 3 wonderful cards. Lots of love Jenny L

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  84. Elizabeth11 November 2011 at 11:38

    Lovely card, Sue. I particularly like the snowflake background and the pink/blue combination works surprisingly well. Elizabeth x

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  85. Jane thorne11 November 2011 at 11:39

    Hi Sue beautiful card love the colours and christmas can be any colour....

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  86. Lorraine11 November 2011 at 16:33

    aww this is so pretty i just love this style xx

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  87. scrapper11 November 2011 at 16:58

    Interesting colours but the ribbon reminds me of my grandma's house and that was a ong long time ago!

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  88. Sheila H.11 November 2011 at 17:42

    Hi Sue,
    Another stunning card.Love the colours.So nice to see a contemporary Christmas card instead of the usual reds and greens.Beautiful.xx

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  89. Christine B.11 November 2011 at 20:55

    Wow beautiful, I must try that embossing with my dies. I have just used them to decorate some boxes for my daughter for Christmas. Hugs x ChrisB

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  90. Claire-Louise12 November 2011 at 08:20

    Like the colours, but love the background with the embossing of the snowflake dies. Haven't thought of embossing the dies without cutting them first, might have to try that later today.Thanks for the inspiration

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  91. Jackie D12 November 2011 at 09:23

    I think the background is great but to be honest this card is not one I particularly like...sorry!

    love from Jackie D

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  92. Ciacchina12 November 2011 at 16:22

    che eleganza! mi piace come hai realizzato lo sfondo

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  93. Ольга13 November 2011 at 08:11

    Very beautiful frame with the text

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  94. Anonymous13 November 2011 at 10:45

    I love the design but Im not really sure about the colours, I think its the pink and blue together, but saying that we all have different tastes xxx

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  95. claudia13 November 2011 at 14:31

    Wow what a lovely card! Is is so rich of particulars!
    xoxoxox
    Claudia

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  96. Lynn (delphinoid)13 November 2011 at 15:06

    Such a gorgeous card. I love the colours you've used, they are untraditional but make a beautiful alternative and really works.

    Happy Crafting!!! :) X X

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  97. Jane13 November 2011 at 18:53

    Not sure about this one, Im going to have a go with the embossing, don't think the picture do's it justice looks a little dark

    Jane xx

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  98. Jan.moogie14 November 2011 at 09:16

    great idea for Christmas cards

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  99. pamela14 November 2011 at 09:21

    Lovely card.

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  100. Jackie Ginger14 November 2011 at 17:37

    Stunning card. The background looks alomst like damask.

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  101. shells-crafts15 November 2011 at 00:18

    Fab card. Love how you've done the edging. Very effective.

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  102. miislucky16 November 2011 at 02:48

    I totally love the snowflakes in the card! I am going to try that now. Another gorgeous card, Sue. Mimi

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  103. Tracy Heaton18 November 2011 at 13:17

    Lovely - I've just bought the snowflake and it's so lovely

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  104. Carol D19 November 2011 at 09:43

    Love the colour combo and those snowflakes, and those pearls are fab.
    Carol xx

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  105. blingy crafter20 November 2011 at 17:28

    love the pearls on this one with the ribbons !! well done

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  106. Wee Purrfect Crafter20 November 2011 at 17:46

    i love the use of the ribbon on here.. very effective

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  107. Sue20 November 2011 at 20:23

    Another stunning card Luv Sue x

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  108. CraftyJo20 November 2011 at 22:31

    Definitely a thumbs-up!

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  109. Anonymous4 December 2011 at 12:48

    Love that u have got away from readitional colours and works wonderfully. Well done cracking card. Nadine in Bradford yorkshire uk . Hope u come back to us soon, spellbinders week was fantasic.

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