For today's post, how about this for a really quick, simple card when you don't have too much time to fuss about. I have let the decorative papers do all the work really. I added a piece of my favourite lace from my craft stash and a flower cut from the spiral blossoms two die to frilly it up a bit since the paper was so dark. I also found this ribbon in my stash and thought it matched quite well. Notice, there isn't actually a bow, just a know below the flower. You say, what no bow! Well that is because I didn't think it needed it and that was all the ribbon I had! Sometimes we just have to make do, don't we? LOL I love the sentiment though and just thought the postage stamp dies worked well with these papers. I didn't pierce the edge but I did double mat it to give it a bit of character. Finally, I added three black glints to the corner for interest. These, by the way, are recycled glass pieces from Eco-Green Products and they are really nice for use in those areas that just need a little something, you know what I mean! I hope this one appeals to some of you out there in blog land! All for now, Sue x
132 comments:
Good morning Sue
There seems to be something missing from todays post, it sounds lovely though Lol. Congrats to the winners.
Sue
Well done to the winners shame there is no pic Melanie
Hmm, I'd like to see the final work, please. It must be beautiful. =)
Appeal to me for sure, I love how the spiral blossoms works with the ribbon. xx
Oh I love this card Sue! I love bows, but this is gorgeous and doesn't need a bow! That flower is stunning! Thanks for sharing this luscious creation!
Hi Sue
Beautiful card.
Sue
Another Fab! creation, I love it.
Used yesterdays card as inspiration for a card I needed. It was nice but did not have that final "Sue" touch, Will keep trying.
Thank you agian,
Patricia xx
I have this flower die but can't get on with it. It always seems to be too tall. Is it the same for you? I suppose the only way to send a card or project with it on is in a card box.
will have to get in more practice thats all there is to it. Go away cleaning and HELLO craft day. Might even be able to rope in my daughter for a 'stitch and bitch' as we call our crafting sessions.
Thanks Sue and keep 'un coming.
linda
Another great card Sue I just love the flower. x
I also have the flower die and love it to pieces, I have a lot of home made papers (not by me!) in my stash and love the colours but have not been able to use them much before but they work beautifully with the flower die. I also have loads of tiny bits of ribbon which I am loathe to throw away as so pretty - I will be doing knots all over the place now! Loving the work Sue as always x
Love this card Siue. x
Lovely
She.
Hi Sue,
Congratulations to the winners.
Love the card more flowers which I am favouring at the minute.
Lovely card again Sue. The colours work well together and the papers are gorgeous.
Mags
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Beautiful card Sue. I love that lace that you frequently use. Any chance of letting us know where you get it from? I know this may have been asked before but I am new to the blog.
Thanks
lovely card sue love the colours and simplicity of it. congrats to winners xx hazel
Hi SUE
Love this card colours are great .
Some times less is more.
joyce e
Lovely card Sue, I really like the stripy card and the way it changes the appearence of the flower. Linda x
Beautiful card Sue. Love the Spiral Blossom 2 die and the glass glintz. Julia xxx
I love love love this card.
What a classy card Sue and I love the lace you have used, since following your blog I have been to my local haberdashery a lot LOL. I NEED to get the postage stamp die set because it sets the sentiment off nicely. The colours are fabulous and your right it didn't need a bow ;-)
Heather x
Great card and great colours you chosse.
Hugs, Uta
Love the colours Sue and the stripy paper for the flower, gives it more dimension somehow. I often do knots in preference to bows, probably cos my bows are not so good
Sue xxx
Sue, I always love your choice of background papers. This card is great - love the way you have used the ribbon. I find it difficult to get the same professional effect you always get when tying a bow. This way will be more achievable for me, and an excuse to buy the flower die!
Anne x
Good morning Sue i love it its a fav already love the colours and papers .
Hugs
Alison Glover
Love the colour- love the card- it's amazing what you can do with so simple a design Sue
great card using my favourite colours, they go so well together Sue. The flower really seems to have more "depth" using this paper.
Simple, elegant and I have to say one of my favourite verses, tfs Helen O xxx
Good morning Sue and all
Boy what a card. It reminds me so much of my dad and London (again). Dad loved fabric with small prints like this for ties and in jacket linings and there used to be a lovely barber shop in London decorated with these colours. So manly, very sophisticated and so London chic. Dad would have adored this card (but no flower for him).
The glints are lovely, I haven't seen them in black before. I've only seen the clear ones Julia Andrus (Eco-green) brought to C&C. I'll add these to my wish list as I love glass (I'm after German glass glitter in black). Oooh my list is growing & I'm trying to be good ready for your next show; I'm certain you'll tempt me again! lol..
Well thats enough reminiscing for today.
Thinking of you, Linda
Hi Sue, what a great card. Just love the colours, papers, and the design. Really, really fabbbbbb.
Lots of love. Jenny L.
Good morning all,
another day and another great card Sue. I too, love the colours, minus the flower it could be masculine, with the flower its elegent chic. Its surprising how 1 emblelishment can completely change a card.
love and hugs
Dawn x
Sue, a gorgeous colourway, very stunning and effective. fabulous verse. perfect. Best wishes, Kym x
Hi Sue, Love the colour combination and patterns. The flower and ribbon are just enough without a bow. Very elegant. Hugs, Carol S.xx
Love these colours together sue and the flower is simply Devine ....stunning x
Hi Sue well looks like I have to get those postage stamp dies as well...this is just a classic Sue!!!! lovely, the sun is shinning its my birthday and I am going to have a good day as I hope you will too....take care Margaret
Anither beautiful card Sue.
So beautiful, love the colour combo
HI Sue, well my spiral blossom two has just arrived this morning so I will be able to have a play. Love the card, you keep using those wonderful background papers. Your card does not look like a quick one just the usual Sue masterpiece. I shall look forward to watching your stamping show tomorrow on C & C. All the best Suzie B xx
Really lovely card Sue - even without a bow. Hehehe.
Elizabeth
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A lovely card.
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FROM DEBBIE
Hi Sue
Lovely card- always love your decorative papers.
Eileen x
another great card Sue.
Janet xxxx
Hi Sue
11 elements to your card (12 if u count the glue) and so effective. You are making me understand papers. I have been frightened to use them up to now. Seems as long in the same colour range it works. Are there any other rules on choosing paper to match? I have seen people use dots and stripes together but never looks right for me. Or am i too mean to use my beautiful paper stash lol.
And only used 3 dies this card. Less is more. Could make a good game how many elements. Well done Sue. Cant wait for February
born again spellbinder
Nadine x hug
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Very cleverly put together Sue.
Nice colour combination and the card looks quite simple to make - till I read the above post which counted 11 elements1!!
Still love it though
Hi Sue
I am intrigued the way the flower looks so different to the striped background paper, very interesting, and I take note how often you are using the stamp shaped spellbinder. This is another one on my list, I saw it on TV and thought no not my cup of tea but you have changed my mind.
Hi Sue another nice card and so different from yesterdays , lovely muted colours Tom
sue it is hard to see the detail on the card ,but what i see is fab,also no E.mail to day of your card
Smiles
Ita
So pretty, and that lace is beautiful.
Take care
Tracy x
Hi Sue
Another stunner how do you keep your ideas coming.
I have the spiral blossom die but I have not been pleased with the results. I will have to keep trying they say practice makes perfect here's hoping.
Regards
Lydia
Quite a moody card but that's fine as there are as many styles as there are types of people. A definite 'stand out from the crowd' from the pastel, pale colours I've been seeing around craft stands lately.
Congratulations to the winner. We are being spoilt with all these prizes.
Sue, I think this is my new favourite card ever. It has a unisex look, despite the flower, which is very appealing. I can't quite believe that these backing papers go together, especially with the black lace, but it works.
Please, please bring the glints (as many colour options as possible) to create & craft. I have been to the creative expressions website and was so impressed by the options. Black is my must have colour having seen it's use in your designs and clear would me amazing for seeing through to the design below.
With love & light Theresa. H
Wow,another beautiful card.Stunning.xx
beautiful card as usual Sue. where do you get your inspiration. look forward to your cards every morning.marie
As luscious and as inspirational as ever; keep them coming! Thanks muchly Sue.
Congratulations Maggie and Linda. Have fun!
Marion
Wonderful inspiration as always.
Chris
Another lovel card, inspires me to take another look at my designer papers. Thank you.
Another super card Sue. I would never have thought of using stripey paper with the flower die but it looks fantastic! I must make it a late New Year's Resolution to TRY more things like you do! That postage stamp die again - it's fast turning into one I NEED! Congrats to the winners, Sue x
Hi Sue ...I love these colours everything works so well together ..you truly are my mentor when it comes to crafting ..thank you x
hi sue, another lovely card, I will be checking out my designer papers,as the one's I thought I didn't really like suddenly take on a new look, thanks to your inspiration using different colours etc. congratulations to the winners you lucky people!
love Jan x
I love the way you put things together that I would have thought wouldn't go. I am going to have a play with some of my papers now! :)
Lovely card, looks very sophisticated. I love the way the ribbon looks.
Clare x
Hi Sue
My fav colours and i love the way you put this one together a quick and simple card but makes a big statement
Lizzie (serial copycat)xx
Absolutely beautiful card and so elegant. Lovely.
I do like those postage stamp dies...... plus I think the use of the lace ribbon just subtly echoes the lacy effect of the spiral flower die. Cool!
Two colours I wouldn't normally use, don't they look great together. Nice card. Terrie
Another fabulous card. Love the lace, it make for a very elegant card suitable for many occassions Lovve Helen R
Fab!!!
This would make a great sympathy card - although there are obviously other uses for it too. Very elegant, as always.
well done sue, wot a wonderful card xx
Congrats to the lucky winners. Wonderful card again, sue!
Hi Sue, I like the background paper, even though its dark. The verse is lovely. very nice card.x
That is gorgeous paper Sue - and those 'bows' are my favs - I do them all the time and I think they look really sweet - nice card - just bought spiral blossoms 2 and so if you don't mind I think I'll kind of copy this one. I really want to start to use more beads and stones on my cards cos I have tons and they are so interesting - thinking of taking up chinese knotting or something like that to make interesting braid for my cards - feel the need for new things now it's new year!!
lots of love lilygee and congrats to the winners.
xxx
Another stunning card. The sentiment is wonderful and could be used for so many different occasions.
The card and sentiment are both wonderful, love the flower and really must get that die (I have another make and it is quite small) but I do miss the piercing around the edge - only because I see it as one of your signatures! Still wonderful though, as usual. Congrats to the lucky winners. Regards, Anne Rx
Another wonderful card. You could easy give this to a man with a couple of tweek's. TFS
Sue C
Well another stunner of a card - with your inspiration i am ablem to look at papers in my craft room with a different view and utilise them.
TFS
Thinking of you
Hugs Amanda x
love these papers and the colours are gorgeous...really rich. Love it,
Carole Z xx
I've been sat with my spellbinders all day trying to think 'out of the box' and its finally worked lol thanks Sue your great I love your work and that card is fab!!!! hugssssss
Dear Sue,
A lovely card. It has quite a masculine feel; perhaps the postage stamp die? You did say that one would be good for male cards. I REALLY love the glints. Vee x
Love the card Sue. Congrats to the winners
Congrats to the lucky winners. Wonderful card again, Sue
Not the colours I would generally choose, but they work so well together that I'll be giving them a try. x Thanks for great inspiration x
Love the simple card. Keep up the good work Sue. xx
Hi Sue
I love your colour choice on this card and you are right the card didn't need a bow. I love how all your cards are statement pieces
Ria
As always, a lovely card Sue & I like the colours. Ann W
Lovely card Sue, I have a stash of papers I have never used, you have given me so much inspiration, I look forward to seeing every new card.
Marian
These are stunning.
Congratulations Winners! Aren't we spoilt x. I love these flowers, I use them alot. Thank you Sue for another beautiful card. Craftylicious x
The flower die works really well with the patterned paper. Yet another lovely card.
Love this conbination of colours. A lovely card. xx
WOW another great card, I am so drawn to these colours, this looks simpler than some but everything works so well together.
thank you for the continual ongoing inspiration
lorraine
xxx
Hi Sue, love the colours on the card, could be for male (without the bow) or female. That flower works so well with so many different looks. Thanks again Sue.
Blessings
Sonia - St Helens
This is another beautiful card Sue, I don't know how you manage to keep creating such gorgeous projects.
Pauline
x
The stripy flower is gorgeous and the perfect contrast to the darker colours of the card.
Lovely card. It doesnt need a bow as the flower finishes it off perfectly. Karen x
Hello Sue, Love the colours, the ribbon does not need a bow as the flower finishes it off beautifully. Thanks again for your inspiration. June
Another gorgeous card Sue,xx
lovely card and colours I am loving that flower die angxx
I love this card with the strong colours and the non use of the bow. It makes the message stand out even more but I love the flower too. I am learning sooooooooo much! meg
Hi Sue,
This card is very inspirering and the backround paper is lovely,The ribbon and flowers compliment the card too.
Carol x
You have started something know Sue, you seem to have had over 100 comments most days this week. What a week of gorgeous cards.
Jane xx
Beautiful card! love the color and design. I just love the flower.
Luanne
Thanks for another inspiring card Sue.
Edwina
Sue all your cards are inspiring and this is just another delightful one.
Carol at Henlow
Great card Sue love the flower and ribbon instead of bow liking the colours too not some i would have used but I like them together!
Maggie
The flower looks quite different in a stripy paper - good idea.
Great card, I love the flower and must remember to use this die more
Lovely card with lovely colours
Will have to consider getting the postage stamp dies
Love to All
Sue XXX
Beau-ti-ful SUE! I have that flower die and not had to nerve to have a go yet but its so beautiful!!
Love how you mix and match your papers Sue. This is a gorgeous card which would be ideal for a man.
Hi Sue,
Lovely card again Sue, it too is one of my favourite verses (I blogged it yesterday)
All of the cards this year are really standing out, the colours and designs are really stunning.
Love
Happy2craft.
You would never think this was a quick and easy card, I love your eye for colour co-ordination.
Again an awesome card here Sue. I just love your flower, it´s sooo cool.
Have a wonderful week-end everyone and lots of fun.
Another beautiful card Sue!
Another fabulous card from you Sue. I love your choice of colours too. I need to try making some cards in your style Sue.
Hi Sue love the card dont know how you do it another fantastic card
Theresa x
Hi Sue,
Another lovely card, Would be quick to assemble like you said, have added it to my list of my to-make-cards for my Charity!
Thanks for the inspirations.
Bim x
Another great card Sue
Love the papers
Vie
x
A very classy card, I love the colours that you used
My mojo has been tapped out the last few days and I have been desperately turning pages for inspiration. Why didn't I just think to come here first!!! Your latest creations are just breath taking and you truly take the art of card making to a whole other level.
Been a pleasure and thank you sincerely for the inspiration you've provided. :)
hugs,
Lisa xx
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FROM DEBBIE TINKS
really love the card. Hugs Bee
Gorgeous Card as always Sue. I love the papers and colours you've used. The ribbon matches it all so well and the sentiment it lovely.
Happy Crafting!!! :) X X
Another fab card Sue, I think this would work well in all colourways and look completely different. Like it!!!
Vicki
I love this card, from the Design to the colours and flower. Its simply beautiful Sue. Lee x
Hi Sue
There is something quite masculine about this card even though it has lace and I have never used a striped pattern together with a diamond pattern, I didnt think it would look right, how wrong was I.....I love the look. Lesson learnt note to self....try things out you dont think you will like :D
Sue x
This is another really classy card and it's amazing how many colours co-ordinate really well with the Kraft. I can see why that gorgeous lace is your favourite.
Hugs
Lesley Xx
This is another really classy card and it's amazing how many colours co-ordinate really well with the Kraft. I can see why that gorgeous lace is your favourite.
Hugs
Lesley Xx
Love the patterned paper, looks very stylish!
Love the black lace. I use knots about equally as bows. They are especially great for masculine cards.
I totally love this card!!! It is so beautiful! It is as always one of your best cards that I need to copy, lol. Thanks for so much inspiration!!! hugs Mimi
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