Hi guys, how's this for a really sweet and quick sewing card? The background was embossed with the So Trendy embossibility folder. I cut a border using the new edgeability insert with the scalloped cutting edge. I dyed some white American seam binding using tumbled glass and crushed olive distress inks. I did this twice to get the colour a bit darker. You need to dry it completely then use more ink swiped on to your craft mat and spritzed with water. I wanted a shabby chic look to the ribbon and bow so I scrunched it as I dried it to achieve this. I cut a dressform and a pin cushion and a sewing machine using the Nina Brackett sewing element dies. I inked through the die to bring out the details on the dressform and the pin cushion. The sewing machine was the leftover piece from another card I made where I used the negative piece. I stamped my sentiment on a tag and inked the edges. I attached a button with some Bakers Twine to it and added it to my bow. I added some pearly swirlies and paper pierced the edge to complete the card. Are these dies growing on you too? All for now, Sue xThursday, 12 April 2012
Sew Thankful
Hi guys, how's this for a really sweet and quick sewing card? The background was embossed with the So Trendy embossibility folder. I cut a border using the new edgeability insert with the scalloped cutting edge. I dyed some white American seam binding using tumbled glass and crushed olive distress inks. I did this twice to get the colour a bit darker. You need to dry it completely then use more ink swiped on to your craft mat and spritzed with water. I wanted a shabby chic look to the ribbon and bow so I scrunched it as I dried it to achieve this. I cut a dressform and a pin cushion and a sewing machine using the Nina Brackett sewing element dies. I inked through the die to bring out the details on the dressform and the pin cushion. The sewing machine was the leftover piece from another card I made where I used the negative piece. I stamped my sentiment on a tag and inked the edges. I attached a button with some Bakers Twine to it and added it to my bow. I added some pearly swirlies and paper pierced the edge to complete the card. Are these dies growing on you too? All for now, Sue x
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Lovely card, I've still haven't had time to play with my set of these dies, but hopefully may have time tonight or over the weekend.
How do you manage to use the embossing folder on a larger piece of card I always struggle with that? Do you have a tutorial somewhere I took watch?
Hugs Lol xx
Good morning Sue, the dies are great though not as versatile as others I could think of. This card is perfect for those of our sisters who are more in tune to a needle. Thanks for sharing.
Blessings
Sonia - St Helens
I really did not think that i would use thtese dies, but i really like them.
Lovely card.
Sue
Pretty card Sue and very suitable for someone who likes the sewing crafts. Very pretty spring colours too
have seen many cards with these shapes you created magic with them.
lovely card once again sue
A really pretty card Sue...I really do need these dies!
Carole Z X
wow, beautiful card! Would be perfect for friends who love to sew!! I think I will need to save up, and start buying soon! Thanks for sharing!
Hi Sue,
wonderful card. The sewing elements are great. Haven't used mine yet. But had a great idea from one of your earlier sewing cards. I haven't got a measure tape stamp so I photo copied a measure tape. It looks really nice.
Have a good crafty day. Thank you for sharing all your lovely creations.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.
another great card sue these dies are growing on me sue xxxx
Love this card its stunning Melanie
Morning Sue what a lovely card I havent had time to play yet but I've got a few friends that like dress making so these die are just perfect.And I cant wait to Play with them.
Take care Sue
Debs xx
The dies are certainly growing on me. Was unsure at first but your wonderful ideas for using them are making me want them more and more. I do love your scrunched up ribbon bows xxxx
Another lovely card sue! How addicted am I? It's 7 am I have been travelling for a couple of hours to collect my grandchildren for a few days but when I stopped at services for the toilet had to check for your today's card!!!!! Well I am glad I did its lovely! I love the colours! Love jx
It's a nice card but I don't get these dies sorry not my cup of tea and just to add I love to sew but I don't think I would like a card with a sewing theme loved yesterdays card though.
Love Nina x
Where do you get all your wonderful ideas from? If there is a font and we can all tap in send the link to me please. Another lovely card Sue.x
Good Morning Sue,
Another great card,do not have these dies and keep saying I would not use them much. But you know I might just............
Have a great day
Patricia xx
Lovely card Sue, not to sure about the colours but still like the card. I never purchased this set did not think i could use it but you have certainly given me plenty of ideas.
lovely card Sue
SUE LOVELY CARD
I HAVE THE DIES MUST TRY THANKS
Great card.
Clare x
Love this, these sewing dies are gorgeous.
Waiting for my sewing dies, I finally made my mind up so hope they come soon, love this card as I do all your designs, Thanks Mabex
My eyes went immediately to the edgeability and the dyed seam binding. I have lots of that from all the sewing I used to do and have used it and hem tape (king of lacy) on several cards. Everyone always asks where I got it and if it was expensive. They may be the least expensive "additives" I've ever used. That's always a plus. I'm loving the sewing series!
Love the sewing stuff. I have to get those dies if they are on again. Gorgeous card Sue. TY
Morning Sue,
Lovely card Sue, although I like these dies, I don't know many people that they would be suitable to make a card for, but its great to look at your layouts to adapt my other dies with.
Love Chris X
Someone who does a lot of sewing would love a card like this one,i like the colours too.Elaine H X
Morning Sue,
Don't have these dies but you never know...
Love the card and if I saw this in a shop I would have bought it.
Celina - Waterford
Hi Sue, I love what you do with these dies although the dies are not really for me, I can see the design of the card with another theme, for me your cards are a great tutorial, my own work has improved soo much since I have been following you thank you agin for the inspiration. Best wishes Lesey x
Hi Sue. I bought a roll of the seam binding but have yet to try dying it with distress inks. Its a look I like so will try it soon. These dies are growing on me with every card you show us. Karen x
Cool Card. Love, Julia xxx
I love this card Sue, as a seamstress this dies are great for my projects, I just wish they would arrive.
Hi Sue - I dithered over these dies and my sensible head won but seeing what you do with them makes me want them all over again. Even sew(!), not sure I would use them that often. Love what you've done with them on this and other cards - loved the card made on C&C with the 'negative'. Kathy x
Morning, these are not really my cup of tea but a lot of people seem to like them. I prefered the coco colour combination that you have done on previous blogs. All the best Zerena. x
A lovely card, great use of the dies.
Jo x
beautiful card, as always...
OMG Sue you are so talented love the colours of this card and your are right...the dies are growing on me....it seems Spellbinder have put a spell on me.....I can se my collection of dies growing....will ned to stack up on some magnetic sheets when I visit the Alley Pally on Sunday,
Hugs
Shahab x
Hi Sue
Lovely card love the dies.
You are so talented.
see you soon.
joyce.e
Great card. Love the theme.
I loved this one when you demoed it on C&C, it looks fab. Will definitely have to give this one a go.
Vicki :)
Hi Sue
This is sew (pardon the pun) lovely and yes these dies are growing on me as you are demoing them more sew i feel a purchase coming on lol
Thank you
Lizzie (serial copycat)xx
These dies are on my 'I need' list lol. I have loved every sample you have made with these dies and they are certainly growing on me.Todays card is very pretty and ticks all the boxes for me thanks for sharing Sue.
hugs x
Love those dies you used! The colors are great, so fun! Lovely card! The sewing theme is so fun! Hugs, Hanneke
Morning Sue,
I don't have theses dies I would not use them but I do admire the work that you do.
Have a good day.
Lydia
X
lovely card ilove the sewing dies they r so different
hugs lisa xx
lovely card ilove the sewing dies they r so different
hugs lisa xx
Sue,
Another fine card... You make my day with your ideas.
Cheers,
Debby
lovely card - love the colurs - Rachel xx
A lovely card Sue. You make it sound sooo easy but I think it would take me hours to do!! Pat x
i too have got these dies,and have played around with them,i have dried embossed then used my versa mark over the dies to heat emboss the effects have been great,i didnt think i would get much use from them but saying that they are perfect for a crafty themed card,love them,and love your design..one thing can you show more of the crosses please as im cutting them up and using them as accents rather than using them as the cross.i need more inspiration....especially with the little one's ta x
Hi Sue ,
I love this card. The colours are lovely and the sewing theme is great. It is different from your flowers and bows (which I love) but still you! I have these dies and plan to use them today.
You have inspired me to blog for the first time.
Erica
Morning Sue, Yes these stamps are certainly growing on me. I have made a couple of cards with them already and I just love that embossing folder. Love Jean x
Hi Sue
Not sure that the dies are my sort of thing but love the overall effect and the colours are wonderful.
Off to make my sons 18th birthday card now before he comes home from his day out celebrating with his friends.
Have a great day
Caz xxx
Morning Sue
This is a lovely card, the colours are really nice and I was just looking at those exact coloured inks last night and wondering, well now I know I need them lol
The dies are very nice but not something that I would buy as they are too specific and I wouldnt use them very much.
Sue xxx
Good morning Sue,
So glad that I got these dies and the American seam binding when you were on C&C. Have just ordered the sewing stamps and am awaiting their arrival. This card is gorgeous, the embossing is really effective and I love everthign else about it. Keep up the good work. Have a lovely day.
Hugs, June x
Fabulous color combo and that ribbon looks so yummy! :) -Eemeli-
Good Morning Sue and everyone. Not my sort of card but like the edgability die.
This is so gorgeous Sue. I really have this set of dies on top of my wishlist, and I sooo hope, that I´ll get it sometime soon, as there´s sooo many things, you can do with them and this is just awesome, and I can think of quite a few more ideas to use this set for, but will have to waittil more money comes in, I´m afraid SIGH.
Hi Sue. Love the way you have used the sewing dies. However, as a new card crafter who is just starting to collect Spellbinders, they would not be on the top of my wish list as they would have the least use. The M-bossing folders are another matter - they give such clean deep impressions and make such lovely backgrounds that they are my next 'must have'. Anne x
Hi Sue, I really love this card I have recorded the demo and keep looking back to see if I can get to grips with it.I see that you found the dress form... LOL
Julie x
This is my favourite card with the sewing dies. The colours are so fresh and pretty. Love it.
Hi Sue
love the card but these dies aren't for me.Don't think they are as versatile as many others-oh well each to their own!
Morning Sue love the look of these dies and will be purchasing them when i have some spare cash xx hazel
Morning Sue, love everything about this one, super card. Hugs Christine H x
Hi Sue
what unusual colours and works very well. Smashing embossing pattern. Getting to like the unusual places you put your sentiment. Makes a change from normal stamp on the card.Yes can this card gently humming away. Great card. Well done Sue.
Born again Spellbinder
Nadine xxxhug
nzillingworth@hotmail.com
Hi Sue
Another wonderful card and great colours
Janet
Hi Sue
Yet again a brilliant card, you are so talented, i am looking forward to meeting you at the ali pali show at the weekend
Hello Sue
Yes the Dies are growing on me ..I can't wait to log on and see what delight you have for us each day..
Lovely Sue !
Love Marg
Lovely card Sue, your designs inspire me so much.
i like it but not in love with it.its the sewing items just dosent do it for me....sorry
Sew lovely. Have many friends who would adore to receive this card. Just need to get the dies now. xx
Great card Sue.
You always pick great colours.
Bean
Beautiful card.I love this dies.
Felicie
Good morning Sue, really lovely card again, I have a few sewing friends who would really appreciate this. Thanks for sharing.
Hugs Sue M xx
Hi Sue another lovely card I just love these dies I am also having trouble getting the embossing folder on larger card can't quite master it.
Have a lovely day
Regards
Jane L
Hi Sue, Have these dies, but struggling a bit with them, so thanks for the ideas. The only bit that bothers me is the sizes, can you have a sewing machine that is as big as a pin cushion? I am sure that if I play a bit more it will work. I love the colours you used.
Love Rosemarie xx
Great card Sue, enjoy Ally Pally
lorraine
xxx
Fab dies Sue, another great card love the colours. Linda xxx
this card isnt something i would of thought of yet its so stylish and for the right person would mean so much sue ur amazing much love mell xx
Hi Sue
Lovely card, but not sure if I will be adding the dies to my collection as I don't think I would use them. Do you know when you will be back on C & C yet? Have a good day
Kaz
x
These dies have definitely grown on me :) As I've said before, I am a sewist as well as a papercrafter so they really do appeal to both sides of me.
I don't sew but these dies are really appealing anyway. I'll have to think of friends who sew as a good excuse to get them.:)
Thank you for the inspiration.
Edna x
Hi Sue,
lovely card, I can think of a few people that would appreciate a card like this.
Carol x
Love the way you have used these dies but not sure I would get much use out of them. Also the colour inks you have used are my favourite, I find myself using them time and time again. X
I have to be honest and say the colours on this card don't sing to me, but I love what you've done with the dies. I went to my local craft shop yesterday, and the young lady that works there asked if I would like to go to Ally Pally - of course I bit her hand off. It will be my first craft show visit ever ever. I am so excited. Hope I can get near enough to you to say Hi x
Hi Sue,
I really love my sewing dies and with all the haberdashery papers etc around at the moment there are lots of occasions to use them
love from Jackie D
Sue, another lovely card but I think I agree with some of the other comments in that perhaps they cannot be used for quite so many different occasions. I love the ribbon embellishments as usual. I haven't got any seam binding but really feel yet another'need' coming on.
Toni xx
Hi Sue
I like the way you use these dies but can't think of many people I could send them too. I like the colours you've used.
Grimsby Chris
Lovely card, not to keen on the sewing dies but you use them beautifully
Lovely card - note to self - new dies to be added to collection :)
Hi Sue, another lovely card. I am always in awe of your creations. Thank you so much.
A really nice card Sue.
Fantastic card.
Hi Sue,
I have just been back to read everyones comments from yesterday and for some reason my comment for that card and, after checking, also the day before are not showing up. Please, please can you check to see if they came through your end. Yesterdays was about 'Easter Parade' if it helps you differentiate. I hope I didn't mess up, I did do them very, very late last night before bed.
Anyway dear friend, I love the colour change here today. The gorgeous misty jade with limey green is stunning and so refreshing (don't care if they are different in real life, I love my laptop version!). Such a different card, simple and fun with a lot of punch. Lovely to see the playful cards back in your repetoire; I love your capacity for change it keeps us ever glued to your creations.
It was lovely here with us till now, it's just started to empty down!! The kids in the cul-de-sac are screeching as they run indoors, it's so funny...lol!
Hope you have a great day.
Big hugs Linda x
Ps For anyone interested I have posted a tutorial today on my blog (www.creativeharmony.blogspot.co.uk) for my 'Decorative Fancy Pins' including links to places to buy the components; including Sam Poole's shop where you can buy the pins Sue uses too (Don't forget you can dress those up a bit too if you want to. It's just a bit of glue and a pretty bead or two).
love these dies
Oh Sue, this card looks lovly now it has the dress form and the tag! See we do watch the shows. Thanks again for the inspiration!
Sue I love it, I can see it fitting different ages and occasions x
I managed to get these dies but have not had a chance to play yet - I am dying to die! Loving all your ideas and cannot wait to have a go x
This card is "sew" perfect for a few ladies in my life I love the inspiration you gave me thank and God Bless
Super card again Sue, I can see that I will have to get these dies as well. I have just ordered the Morocann and Persian Accents, so excited.
Love and hugs
Sandra
hi Sue yes a nice quick card and I love the idea that you can dye the ribbon .My pick of the week arrived at long last ,sio yerstday i spent the day using the dies, and embossing so now to see if I can make a card lol
Smiles
Ita
Another great card for anyone who likes to sew.
another lovely card Sue, I need these dies !!!!Wish I could win the lottery lol, hugs Liz x
Hi Sue,
I'm not a sewer but I do like these dies. I love the colours you have used here.
Joan B.
Hello Sue,
Simply love this card just wish I could afford to buy the dies they appear to be very useful. Can't wait for tomorrows card.
Best wishes
Beverley W
These dies are not just growing on me, they are calling my name :) Love this card! My favorite elements are the patterned sewing machine and that gorgeous ribbon!
Gorgeous card Sue, didn't get this set of dies though so can't have a play
Hi Sue,
Most I like the embossed background paper with the beautiful rounded corners.
Hugs Petra
Another great sewing themed card, Sue - love it!
nice card for sewing enthusiasts, don't think I would make them as I don't know anyone that likes sewing, only myself lol
Gwenda
Hello Sue, just love this card, in fact I love them all. So looking forward to seeing you demonstrate at Ally Pally this weekend. Must set the alarm clock to arrive early.
Kind regards
Jean - Croydon
Hi Sue, are these dies growing on me i am afraid the answer is no. Sorry.
That aside i do like your card, and the i am loving the embossing folders.
TFS
Hugs
Amanda x
Hi Sue, Well I love it... I adore the sewing dies I love the colours
Fabulous... See you at ally pally Sunday!!! Hugs May x x x
just looove this card and those Nina Brackett dies :) I just got the home sweet home ones. TFS ♥
Hi Sue, I love these dies and the card is great. Hugs, Carol S.xx
I'm loving these dies too, so must save up for them. This is a fab card, love the colours. Zo xx
sew lovely Sue!! lainey x
I love your use of colour - even when its monochrome you always produce depth that creates shades of colour or do I mean tones?? its like the way velvet has highlights, so beautifully textural. You are a constant inspiration Sue. truly grateful Cx
Hi Sue,
At last my POTW has finally arrived today, so I can start to play, lol. I feel as though I haven't commented for ages, but I do look everyday. All your cards are super, I loved the white one with the blue bow, and yesterday's card was stunning. I cannot find anything negative to write about your posts, because they are all just amazing, I love it all, you are just brilliant, sue. Wish I could come to Ally Pally, but I have to work so I can buy more dies,lol. Best Wishes to you Sue.
Happy2craft.
These particular dies aren't appropriate for everyone, but are perfect for sewing friends, and I would happily use the rest of the card design with different dies.
Thank you,Sue
Christine
x
I LOVE this Sue, it is gorgeous! Those dies are on my wish list. I am really into the sewing stamps etc at the moment and these would work so well. Loving the colours you have used and the pin pricking around the embossed card makes it really POP.
Hugs
Linda xxx
This is lovely Sue I cant believe its a "quick" card though. very "on trend " too.
Hey lovely lady
This card is another stunner!! you are such an inspiration.
I would also like to say thank you as i received my prize today, the stamps are just gorgeous and will make a perfect addition to my collection. Butterflies are my fav and also my business logo ;)
Much love
Amanda xx
This is a lovely card. I haven't really got any sewing friends, I'm the one who does sewing for them so I probably wouln't invest in these particular dies.
Lovely card Sue. Not sure I would get much use out of these dies myself. But love your creations.
Mags
x
I dont like sewing but love what you have done with the dies!!!
Brilliant card. I sew love these dies. Mine arrived the other day and look forward to having some time to play.
I really like this embossing folder, got all weekend to have a go at making a few cards hooray
Jane xx
Another great sewing card - love it.
Hugs........Wendy
Love the colours Sue and yes, the dies are growing on me - a lot! It's that cute little sewing machine that's done it, it's just irrisistable! I don't need it but I want it very much and my excuse is that I've already got the Sam Poole stamps that kind of go with it. Afraid my heart always rules my head where craft shopping is concerned, I'm hopeless! Sue x
These dies are definitely growing on me. The sewing machine is the cutest thing! The colours you have used are gorgeous on this card. Fab! xx
great use of these dies
love everthing about it
Vie
x
i got these dies as part of the potw and i didnt think i would use them much but the cards you have made are lovely i dont sew but i would be happy to get one like todays card i also have sams vintage sewing stamps so these dies can be used with them thanks for the inspiration lesley xx
great card sue, once again you are the queen of dies
absolutely lovely sue x love it vicky from suffolk
Hi Sue
Yes the dies have grown on me!
I'm not a green person but otherwise love the card and definitely the inspiration :D xx
Pretty card, not got these dies but love the sewing theme!
Soop (Su) x
Hi Sue
love the card. I got these dies yesterday as part of the pick of the week. I'm sure I'll enjoy using them.
Thankyou
Jeanne
Hi Sue
love the card. I got these dies yesterday as part of the pick of the week. I'm sure I'll enjoy using them.
Thankyou
Jeanne
wow i love this sue its so pretty xx
Lovely card Sue I am unsure about dies, yes I like them how often would I use then, would they be at the top of my list to get, think some of the heartfelt would be higher up, I do know many people that sew. I love the border and a big thank you for ribbon info and instructions must have a go. Thanks again for sharing your talent with us your our star! Hugs Fiona P xxxx
I love it Sue, I think ive said before, but Im really taken with the sewing cards, I think they are so different and unique, have fun at the ally pally take care Helen O xxx
Hi Sue I am not into sewing but think anyone who was would love to get a card like this one.
Hi Sue,
Loving this card, especially your Pun intended stamp sentiment... "sew thankful" wish i had these dies years ago when i had to make a retirement card for a friend's mum! Thanks for sharing yet another stunning card!
Hugs Bim x
I really like the sewing memorabilia around at the moment and love how you have used it on your card..... x
Hi Sue, love the ribbon, wish I could justify buying these dies. Linda x
Love this card Sue - you have used my favourite embossibility - So Trendy. It looks really effective with the sewing theme. Thanks for the inspiration!
Hugs Sue Pass
I love this card, Sue. The blue and green hues look really fresh next to the white background. Great layout too. Thanks for your super inspiration.
I'm saving my dies so that I have time to play as this month is just too hectic with my best friend's wedding, an office move and the local elections. Although, techincally the election is in May. If only there were more hours in the day!
Happy crafting,
Rachel x
Hi Sue,
What a lovely card I love these dies and you have once again shared how to use the dies in such a great way. I love this card
Annexx
Hi Sue,
What a lovely card I love these dies and you have once again shared how to use the dies in such a great way. I love this card
Annexx
Hi Sue,
What a lovely card I love these dies and you have once again shared how to use the dies in such a great way. I love this card
Annexx
a change of colours lovely for spring :-)fantastic
debbie x
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