Hi blog friends! Here is a simple card that I did with two different versions. I originally made the bottom card and wasn't happy with it as it felt unbalanced when I finished it. Since I wanted to use it as a demo card to show the lovely lacy circles doubled up to make it look like a doily edge, so I decided to re-do it. I put the heavier striped card on the background this time and I felt like it balanced out the heavy bling from the focal element. You decide which one works better! I cut the Labels 22 out of black glitter card and added the matching nestabling. Then I cut two of each size of the lacy circles, offset them and pushed the edges upwards a bit for a ruffly look. I used the Riveria Lilac Vintage Ribbon for my bow and added one of pre-made black organza flowers to the centre. All for now, Sue x
86 comments:
I love them both! I do think the top one looks more "balanced" but really I love the bottom one too :)
Hi Sue. I do like both cards but do agree that the top one does appear to work slightly better. But fab cards as always.
Mags
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I can't decide which one I like the most - maybe because they are both so elegant and lovely xx
Love them both Sue but the stripy background is better, just xx Jan
I like them both...I see what you mean in the top one appearing more balanced, but I DO love the bow on the bottom one! Carole Z xx
I must admit, I am the same here and feels the second one is a little better balanced to. But it really shows well how lttle it takes to change the look of something. I just love your bow, it just finish it all of.
I prefer the first one. More striking. Love, Julia xxx
I like both versions, but must admit to liking the second card best, the bold stripy background really sets off the front. Just love that colour bow.
But both designs could be packaging for expensive chocolates!!!
Hugs Amanda x
Can't decide on which I like better as I like both of these card- leaning maybe more to the bottom one but very close. Excellent use of ribbons.
Elaine
I kinda like both and cannot chose so I will vote for both (can I do that?) lol
Heather x
Both cards very dramatic but i like the first card most with the bold striped background paper Luv Sue x
Hi Sue lovely cards yet again, just love the colours. I think I like the original best. I've just made a card for our daughter with an Egyptian theme and some of the grand dies. By the way did you know if you have not got a Tim Holtz ruler you can use the Fleur De Lis Accents long die, as it has holes in it. Lots of love Jenny L
I like both of them Sue.
I like the top card the best........although both are striking! Nicki xx
They are both beautiful and I just love that dark blue ribbon! I think my favorite is the card on top 'cause having that white space on the middle and stripes on the back gives more space and it doesn't feel so tight.
Hugs from Finland, Eemeli
Both are beautiful cards.
Oh to be able to make cards that I am not "happy" with and have them look as good as this. Both beautiful and I couldn't choose.
Great cards Sue I like the bottom one best as the stripes on the first one, for me, are too much - not really a stripes girl lol!
Maggie H
Lovely cards Sue !
They are both lovely cards Sue but I think the first one is the one I would chose if I had to.
Sue x
I think they are both lovelycards Sue can not choose. Yvonne xx
They're both super!
Hello Sue
I don't think I could choose between them either !
Love Marg
The change is very subtle, but on much reflection I think that I agree that the 2nd version is slightly better.
Love them both!!! Have a nice day!
Hugs Susanne
These two cards are very elegant sue .....love them x
Hi Sue
To be honest I think they are both great, but if I had to choice one, I think, like you It would be the top one.
xxx Janet
I would be ecstatic to receive either of these cards, they are stunning
Yes, maybe the second one is more balanced Sue but I like them both. Ann W
Hi,
I prefer the first version. I haven't read any other comments yet, so it will be interesting to see how the 'others' feel about it.
Elaine J xx
Hi Sue, I like the second one best, because I love the bow and with less stripes I think the eye is drawn to the sentiment more easily. Regards Anne x
Hi Sue
I must admit I like both of these cards, but I would think that the second one for me is probably more balanced.
Eileen x
Ribbons are back - glad to see you're feeling your old self again!!!
Hi Sue,
I personally like both versions but I do think the scond one has the edge on 'wow' factor.
Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family.
Dawn x
Hi Sue
I look at your sight everyday during my lunch break at work and you just blow me away with your designs. I wish I had half of your imagination.
Keep posting because I like looking.
Best wishes.
Bet
Like both versions Sue but must admit I do like the second one best
I must admit I like both of these cards, but must say i am leaning more towards the first card.
Hi Sue - both very smart but do prefer the stripes as the background - Kay x
Hi Sue,
Love both cards...but prefer the first one its much more classic.
Carol x
They're both lovely, so much work with so many elements!
I like the bottom one best Sue, but hey - who am I to judge the work of the Master!
stunning cards Sue
hugs Sarah x
Lovely! MariaS
Wow Sue I love em both...my POTW has arrived at last so can play with my nestabling!!!!! wheeeee,going to try to craft this afternoon hope you are having a great time with Mom and Dad....take care Margaret
Sue, I think you're right. Although both cards are very nice, I do like the top one better.
I like them both so could not choose!! Fab as usual.
Both great cards
Vie Carter
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Both cards are lovely Sue
take care lilygeexxx
oooh so pretty i like both of them. another stunner
...........hello!!
I think i like the bottom card best , but they are both stunning.
Sue
Both are great but I have to say I think I prefer the original, no accounting for taste.
I love them both, and could not pick a favourite. Edwina
I like both and cannot choose.
I like both and cannot choose.
Love them both but the top one is my favourite. Hugs, Jayne x
Im as much use as an ashtray on a motorbike Im afraid as I love them both Sue. Lee xx
I love them both x
I like both...cannot choose Sheila
2 stunning cards if I had to choose it would be the 1st one very classy cards.
Chris x
Hi Sue
I agree with you, the 2nd is more balanced. Such a lovely card I think I will give it a go.Thank you for the wonderful inspiration :)
Sue H.
Its hard to choose but I think that the top one is the one I prefer. Karen x
I like your second idear the best like the bold strips
Jane xx
Beautiful
Sorry Sue, I am struggling for words here as I am giggling so much over Lee's (Craftyloops) comment. The thought of an ashtray on a motorbike - I love it!!
Now back to these delightful cards. I can't really prefer one over the other. Your first creation seems delicately feminine while the second is more soft masculine: reminding me of a banker manager's shirt and tie.
I have just rewatched your demo of the updated card on C&C (17th Nov) and realised that the updated card is in fact a visualisation of a Martin Parker ensemble. (I do so love his shirts.) Regards Linda
Love the colours on this card Sue and agree with your ocmments about balance, the stripes on the top card really makes it pop
THESE ARE BOTH BEAUTIFUL HUNI XX
Love them both sue. I bought some of your foundations papers while ago and haven't used them yet, all i need now are some of your nestablings!
Thanks for sharing sue.
Bim x
Sue both cards are gorgeous l really can not say which one l like best, thank you for sharing with us. Ann Pepall
Wow, they both look great.
These are both lovely but the top one is breathtaking. Vee x
Both cards are so beautiful.
Both are totally gorgeous - but agree with you that your #2 version (top card)is better balanced.
x
beatiful cards love this nesty,
SUE LOVELY CARD
FROM DEBBIE
Both cards are great but if I have to choose then it would be the bottom one. lol Lynne M
Love both cards.Would be difficult to choose which one to make first.xx
HI Sue
Love this card my sister and i are busy making cards for friends and family . you have given us so much to think about.
love your work thanks joyce e
Both cards work really well, judging by other Bloggers comments you can please all of the people all of the time by taking one idea and reconfigering it.
I can't decide.
What a lovely card, there is not enough words to say how beautiful your cards are sue
Both cards work. I really like the idea of pushing up the lacy circles. I'm going to try that one now. TFS! Mimi
My preference is for the top one as I like the patterned paper to the back. Saying that I wouldn't say no to the other if it was offered as they are both gorgeous Sue x
Both cards lovely as usual, but the top card does have the edge. The central piece looks better on the plain background with the dark stripes at the back.
Best wishes.
Lynne in Spain
Saw u make this one on c&c and couldnt choose then. Remind me of the sea and sailors so could be a mans card. um good enough to send to any one. Well done Sue
born again spellbinder
Nadine
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Lol i thought that was a trick then, a bit of a spot the differnce, I see the difference now, another beautiful design xx
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