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Thursday 1 December 2011

One Card, Two Versions




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  I originally made the bottom card and wasn't happy with it as it felt unbalanced when I finished it.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


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86 comments:

  1. Becky Dunham1 December 2011 at 06:34

    I love them both! I do think the top one looks more "balanced" but really I love the bottom one too :)

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  2. mags1 December 2011 at 06:39

    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
    x

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  3. Hope and Chances1 December 2011 at 06:47

    I can't decide which one I like the most - maybe because they are both so elegant and lovely xx

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  4. Jan 1 December 2011 at 07:04

    Love them both Sue but the stripy background is better, just xx Jan

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  5. Carole Z1 December 2011 at 07:13

    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

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  6. Maryann Laursen1 December 2011 at 07:20

    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.

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  7. Unknown1 December 2011 at 07:22

    I prefer the first one. More striking. Love, Julia xxx

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  8. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 07:24

    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

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  9. Elaine L1 December 2011 at 07:28

    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

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  10. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 07:34

    I kinda like both and cannot chose so I will vote for both (can I do that?) lol
    Heather x

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  11. Sue1 December 2011 at 07:44

    Both cards very dramatic but i like the first card most with the bold striped background paper Luv Sue x

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  12. Jenny L1 December 2011 at 07:51

    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

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  13. Sandra F1 December 2011 at 08:07

    I like both of them Sue.

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  14. baa-me-chick1 December 2011 at 08:08

    I like the top card the best........although both are striking! Nicki xx

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  15. Eemeli1 December 2011 at 08:09

    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

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  16. Marie-Louise1 December 2011 at 08:10

    Both are beautiful cards.

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  17. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 08:47

    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.

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  18. Maggie1 December 2011 at 08:48

    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

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  19. Fuchsia1 December 2011 at 09:02

    Lovely cards Sue !

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  20. Sue Yorkshire1 December 2011 at 09:08

    They are both lovely cards Sue but I think the first one is the one I would chose if I had to.
    Sue x

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  21. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 09:20

    I think they are both lovelycards Sue can not choose. Yvonne xx

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  22. Tracy Heaton1 December 2011 at 09:22

    They're both super!

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  23. marg1 December 2011 at 10:27

    Hello Sue
    I don't think I could choose between them either !
    Love Marg

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  24. PaulineC1 December 2011 at 10:45

    The change is very subtle, but on much reflection I think that I agree that the 2nd version is slightly better.

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  25. Susanne1 December 2011 at 11:03

    Love them both!!! Have a nice day!
    Hugs Susanne

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  26. Mandy Makes and Mends 1 December 2011 at 11:08

    These two cards are very elegant sue .....love them x

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  27. Cumbrianlass1 December 2011 at 11:41

    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

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  28. lorraine (classylady)1 December 2011 at 12:01

    I would be ecstatic to receive either of these cards, they are stunning

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  29. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 12:09

    Yes, maybe the second one is more balanced Sue but I like them both. Ann W

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  30. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 12:16

    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

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  31. Redanne1 December 2011 at 12:33

    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

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  32. eileen.fj1 December 2011 at 12:33

    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

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  33. Fiona1 December 2011 at 12:43

    Ribbons are back - glad to see you're feeling your old self again!!!

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  34. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 12:48

    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

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  35. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 12:55

    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

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  36. Gwen Marsden1 December 2011 at 13:01

    Like both versions Sue but must admit I do like the second one best

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  37. Hellma1 December 2011 at 13:05

    I must admit I like both of these cards, but must say i am leaning more towards the first card.

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  38. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 13:07

    Hi Sue - both very smart but do prefer the stripes as the background - Kay x

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  39. craftycarol1 December 2011 at 13:15

    Hi Sue,
    Love both cards...but prefer the first one its much more classic.
    Carol x

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  40. CraftyJo1 December 2011 at 13:52

    They're both lovely, so much work with so many elements!

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  41. Janet1 December 2011 at 14:01

    I like the bottom one best Sue, but hey - who am I to judge the work of the Master!

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  42. craftymum1 December 2011 at 14:02

    stunning cards Sue
    hugs Sarah x

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  43. Maria's Paper Thoughts1 December 2011 at 14:06

    Lovely! MariaS

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  44. dutchess1 December 2011 at 14:13

    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

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  45. CathyinMN1 December 2011 at 14:31

    Sue, I think you're right. Although both cards are very nice, I do like the top one better.

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  46. Craftychris1 December 2011 at 14:35

    I like them both so could not choose!! Fab as usual.

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  47. Vie Carter1 December 2011 at 15:18

    Both great cards

    Vie Carter
    x

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  48. lilygee1 December 2011 at 15:38

    Both cards are lovely Sue
    take care lilygeexxx

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  49. eom1 December 2011 at 15:38

    oooh so pretty i like both of them. another stunner

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  50. Kate's Cards1 December 2011 at 15:48

    ...........hello!!

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  51. Clai011 December 2011 at 16:43

    I think i like the bottom card best , but they are both stunning.

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  52. Stephen Cresswell1 December 2011 at 16:51

    Sue

    Both are great but I have to say I think I prefer the original, no accounting for taste.

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  53. Anonymous1 December 2011 at 16:57

    I love them both, and could not pick a favourite. Edwina

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  54. Barbara Phillips1 December 2011 at 17:47

    I like both and cannot choose.

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  55. Barbara Phillips1 December 2011 at 17:48

    I like both and cannot choose.

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  56. thecraftycavalier1 December 2011 at 17:59

    Love them both but the top one is my favourite. Hugs, Jayne x

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  57. Crafty Loops1 December 2011 at 18:18

    Im as much use as an ashtray on a motorbike Im afraid as I love them both Sue. Lee xx

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  58. Missmizog1 December 2011 at 18:24

    I love them both x

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  59. sheila1 December 2011 at 19:12

    I like both...cannot choose Sheila

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  60. Unknown1 December 2011 at 19:24

    2 stunning cards if I had to choose it would be the 1st one very classy cards.
    Chris x

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  61. Sue H1 December 2011 at 19:48

    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.

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  62. Kazbomps1 December 2011 at 20:35

    Its hard to choose but I think that the top one is the one I prefer. Karen x

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  63. Jane1 December 2011 at 20:43

    I like your second idear the best like the bold strips

    Jane xx

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  64. di1 December 2011 at 21:08

    Beautiful

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  65. Linda (Lindyloo)1 December 2011 at 21:18

    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

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  66. scrapper1 December 2011 at 22:06

    Love the colours on this card Sue and agree with your ocmments about balance, the stripes on the top card really makes it pop

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  67. Lorraine1 December 2011 at 23:07

    THESE ARE BOTH BEAUTIFUL HUNI XX

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  68. Unknown1 December 2011 at 23:16

    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

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  69. Ann Pepall2 December 2011 at 02:25

    Sue both cards are gorgeous l really can not say which one l like best, thank you for sharing with us. Ann Pepall

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  70. Rhonda Miller2 December 2011 at 03:59

    Wow, they both look great.

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  71. Vee Cassidy2 December 2011 at 06:53

    These are both lovely but the top one is breathtaking. Vee x

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  72. Uta2 December 2011 at 08:40

    Both cards are so beautiful.

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  73. iReneM2 December 2011 at 08:42

    Both are totally gorgeous - but agree with you that your #2 version (top card)is better balanced.
    x

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  74. ginny c2 December 2011 at 09:13

    beatiful cards love this nesty,

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  75. DEBBIE2 December 2011 at 10:02

    SUE LOVELY CARD
    FROM DEBBIE

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  76. Lynne M2 December 2011 at 10:16

    Both cards are great but if I have to choose then it would be the bottom one. lol Lynne M

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  77. SMAG532 December 2011 at 13:35

    Love both cards.Would be difficult to choose which one to make first.xx

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  78. joy2 December 2011 at 18:14

    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

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  79. sheila3 December 2011 at 22:53

    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.

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  80. KimberleyG4 December 2011 at 03:24

    I can't decide.

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  81. Irene Thacker6 December 2011 at 18:59

    What a lovely card, there is not enough words to say how beautiful your cards are sue

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  82. miislucky8 December 2011 at 02:22

    Both cards work. I really like the idea of pushing up the lacy circles. I'm going to try that one now. TFS! Mimi

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  83. Jan.moogie9 December 2011 at 06:32

    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

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  84. Lynne9 December 2011 at 12:49

    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

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  85. Anonymous13 December 2011 at 01:25

    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
    nzillingworth@hotmail.com

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  86. Anonymous13 December 2011 at 08:03

    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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