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Friday 21 September 2012

Make A Wish

Hello there bloggers!  A lighter, brighter card for today, and just in case the colours don't show up true, this one is lavender and white with a bit of black as an accent.  I decided on a lavender background behind my lattice, but first I wanted to micro bead it so I applied my sticky adhesive sheet to my lavender card.  I peeled the backing paper off and carefully laid my white lattice background on top.  Making sure that I had the shiny side of my backing paper against the lattice, I used it to press the lattice down to make sure that it made contact with the sticky sheet everywhere.  If you put the matte side towards your sticky sheet, it will adhere so be careful not to do that.  Once I was satisfied that it was completely stuck, I poured my micro beads over the top of the piece.  I cut my flowers out of several shades of purple and stacked them for a whimsical looking flower.  I added a few of the flourishes and two stick pins to complete my corner focal element.  I stamped my sentiment on white card and added a light inking of dusty concord.  I cut one of the small fancy framed tags in white and mounted it over my sentiment with foam pieces.  I trimmed the sentiment to the edge of the tag and added it to the upper corner.  I cut a small lavender butterfly from the set to rest on the edge of the tag.  I pierced the edges in my usual style to complete the card.  A lovely whimsical card for any occasion.  All for now, Sue x

169 comments:

  1. Gorgeous Sue Very plain and simple and a very useful card to have in stock to just add a sentiment as needed!

    Crafty Hugs
    Heather Rogers xx

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    1. hi sue
      Beutiful card today. i love the expandable dies ... i have used the swirls and the butterfly magic and they make such easy but lovely cards. I just love it along with the micro beads lol

      Irene A

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  2. A simply beautiful card today, love it.

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  3. Hi Sue.
    This card is a lovely card that could easily be used for different occasions, simple but beautiful.Hope you have a good time at Ally Pally-shame I can't be there

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  4. Hi Sue I just adore the lattice die, you can use a plain, floral or patterned background and add embellishments as required. The flowers set off the card.

    Wilma

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  5. Simple elegant and fairly easy to do, love it Sue x

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  6. a beautiful card, elegant can be for any occasion love it

    hugs jane xx

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  7. GM Sue - love it - will be trying this one.
    Rgs
    Clare W

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  8. 'morning Sue,love the card today; Thaks as always Sue. MABEX

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  9. Lovely = I do like this die and the lattice too. The colours make me think of spring xx

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  10. Again a winner-you never cease to amaze me! Sorry you weren't on c&c yesterday but I suppose you can't be in two places at once,take care,x.

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  11. Beautiful card Sue. First I looked it is only black and white but then started really looking and saw all the beautiful lavender colors. That butterfly is adorable.

    Hugs from Finland, Eemeli

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  12. i so want that lattice die i love it , the card is stunning very elegant like the colours to . watched another recored show yesterday with a cuppa it was a great show keep up the good work sue you really do inspire me .. take care sarah .. x

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  13. Morning
    Simple stunning, very chic, elegant and sophisticated. The lattice die is in my want list.
    Really love the lavender.
    Have a great time at Ally Pally.
    TFS
    Hugs
    Amanda x

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  14. Morning Sue, An absolutely gorgeous card. Its very elegantly simple. I would love to try this but as yet not got the lattice dies but they are next on my list to buy! Sonia x

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  15. Hi Sue,

    I'm really liking this lattice die, it seems to be so useful and makes a clean crisp card whatever you use it with. I hope you are able to enjoy Ally Pally and don't get too tired,just a pity I can't be there
    love from Jackie D

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  16. A gorgeous card that can be adapted for any occasion. I love the lattice die, I find it adds that special something :o)

    Julie and Phoebe xx

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  17. What a beautiful card - the minute I saw it I knew who I shall make this for.
    Have a great time at Ally Pally.

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  18. Less is more they say & this card proves it. Beautiful design Sue, I really love it. Pat x

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  19. Wow very beautiful card
    hugs Linda Dekker

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  20. I love those flourishes. They add that special something to the card. And together with the bow and flowers give the card a very elegant look. Beautiful! Hugs! xx

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  21. lovely card, simple and stylist, lilac, lavender, etc my favourite colour theme judith xx

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  22. Hi Sue
    My favourite colours,love the simplicity of this card, this die is on my ever growing 'wish' list.
    Have a great weekend and happy crafting
    Love Tina x

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  23. Gorgeous card Sue love the colours and that lattice background its to die for. Hope you have a great time at Ally Pally. xx hazel

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  24. Morning Sue another beautiful card I love it. Its so elegant love the lattice die I think that this could be my next die I get
    Take Care

    Debs artliff

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  25. Agreed! A lovely card, fresh and fun. Love the flowers over the ribbon.

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  26. Sue,
    A very sweet card. Thanks. See you this weekend along with you other million fans.

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  27. Morning Sue, Absolutely stunning, I love this card, the colour is my favourite and the whole card is just so elegant and beautiful. I will definitely be trying to re-create this one. Thanks for sharing your infinite expertise with us all.
    Lots of love from Patricia xx

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  28. morning sue
    love this card
    best wishes
    norma

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  29. A lovely card. Must look out for the lattice die. La ender and white beautiful
    Rita x

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  30. Beautiful, fresh and feminine. x

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  31. Gorgeous card, love the colours and lattice background.

    Clare x

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  32. A beautiful card Sue,love the colours.
    Have a great day,
    Kelly

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  33. Good Morning Sue,
    Absolutely gorgeous, love the lattice die, the whole concept of this card is beautiful, your cards are so crisp and clean, again stunning. Loved Julia's shows yesterday with Loen, what a laugh.
    I am going to Ally Pally this weekend, so if someone is hovering around your stand, looking as though they want to say Hello, but looks too shy, that's me, hee hee.
    Have a good day everyone.
    Happy2craft

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  34. Good Morning Sue,
    Love, Love, Love your card, design, colour oh! the whole lot.........
    This Lattice Die has become one of my favourite dies, I have actually used it on my Blog Card today as well.
    Have a Great Day

    Patricia

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  35. Morning Sue
    Love the colours and the design Beautiful Sue!
    Love Marg

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  36. Morning Sue

    What a lovely simple clean card. This design would suit just about anyone,love it.
    Have a great weekend, wish i could be there

    Julie x

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  37. Hi Sue

    Stunning card very simple gorgeous colours. so useful for any occacions love it.

    Enjoy Ally Pally

    Hugs Annx without an "e"

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  38. Hi Sue a beautiful simple card. Love the lattice die, and have just ordered one, can't wait for it to arrive. Enjoy Ally Pally. Bx

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  39. Hi Sue, such a pretty card for many occasions I love the micro pearls shining through the lattice & think the lavender choice was perfect for this. Hugs xx

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  40. Good Morning Sue. What a clean elegant card. i love the lattice die a definite "to buy" on my list. Lovely delicate shade of lavender and very simple but pretty flower.

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  41. Morning Sue

    A beautiful card Sue, love the colours. Hope to see you tomorrow at Ally Pally. Love Jean x

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  42. How very beautiful lovely colour combo, the lattice die is really affective.

    Jane xx

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  43. Good morning Sue
    I love these new dies, I want them all lol. I love today's card it is so pretty and love the idea of putting the micro beads beads on the background after placing the lattice on the adhesive background.
    Hugs x

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  44. Gorgeous and beautiful card
    Sue
    Hugs Dianne xx :)

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  45. Hi sue lovely card so simple yet elegant will definitely be giving this idea a go!! Loved all yours and julias shows this week and I'm looking forward to ally pally!! I will also be someone who is hovering near your stand not wanting to disturb you!!! Lol love lesley xx

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  46. Love this card.I have the botanical flourish but simply need the lattice die. hope Ally Ally is a success

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  47. Morning Sue,
    A beautiful card in it's simplicity . Have a good week end. X

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  48. Hi Sue love the simple clean look of this card and my favourite colour too.
    Marion

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  49. gorgeous card ,with beautiful colours ,would do for any occasion

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  50. Hi Sue,
    fabulous card as usual. Love the colours. The butterfly looks so cute, and of course that die is superb.
    Have a wonderful crafty day everyone.
    Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

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  51. Really pretty with simplicity. Really like this card

    luv n hugs

    Beth

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  52. Hi Sue, very pretty card. Love all the dies and colours you have used today!x

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  53. I love the card and also the method of sticking the lattice down and them making use of the sticky surface to add another element to the card with your micro bead. this would work with all of these new allover dies

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  54. what a lovely card, stunningly simple the colours are very muted and calm .... good luck Sue for your weekend at the Ally Pally xx gail from eastbourne

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  55. morning Sue from a very wet Sheffield.
    A lovely and again peaceful card.
    I really like the colour combo. I am still trying very hard to get the lattice die but having great difficulty as everywhere seems to be 'sold out'. I also love the butterfly dies and use them a lot.
    Janet x

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  56. Beautiful card, beautiful colours, a real stunner

    xx Sandra

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  57. Gorgeous card Sue, have a great day. Maddy x

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  58. I love this lattice die, have seen a few sample cards made with it, this one is one of the loveliest.

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  59. Hi Sue, this is a beauty and I want to do them just like that, love those swirls. Missed you yesterday
    Audrey x

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  60. Hi Sue
    Love this card so sweet, thanks again Sue

    love Babs x

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  61. Hi Sue
    Love this card so sweet, thanks again Sue

    love Babs x

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  62. Morning Sue, a very pretty card love lavender and white combo.
    Love Sue M x

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  63. Good Morning Sue
    Such a classy card ,simple but classy i just love it

    Have a nice weekend
    Take Care
    Elaine H X

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  64. Hi Sue oh my what a lovely card the colours are wonderful xxx
    all the best martine xxx

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  65. Morning Sue,, oh no another die to add to my ever increasing list, lovely card once again, enjoy ally pally. Take care, Jess x.

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  66. lovely card have fun at ally pally wish i could be there but i cant this yr

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  67. Fabulous card Sue. Have a good weekend and happy crafting :)
    June x

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  68. Good morning Sue
    Gorgeous card!
    The colour has shown up just right!
    I love the lattice die..and the others of course!
    The ribbon and microbeads mmmmm!
    I love the layout, the card is suitable for many occasions!
    Have a great day and of course have a great time at Ally Pally (I know the shoppers/crafters will)!!
    Lara xxx

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  69. Pretty card, and I love the butterfly embellishment which makes the whole card seem more delicate. I wish I was at Ally Pally with you!

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  70. I love today's card, very elegant.

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  71. love this card, really pretty. must get round to using my micro beads!
    have a great time at Ally Pally - wish i was going.
    xx carole

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  72. Good morning Sue, beautiful everyday card today. Loved the shows have recorded some for future reference and inspiration :)Wish I was going to the Ally Pally Hugs xx

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  73. Morning Sue, Love the card it is quite simple but effective and the colours are beautiful. Good luck at Ally Pally - wish I was going.

    Love Rosemarie xx

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  74. Wow, I love this card.
    I love lavender!

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  75. A stunning card, love the colours and layout.
    Emma

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  76. Hi Sue,

    Wow, what a stunning card. I love the colours and will definitely add this die to my 'must have' list.

    Have fu at Ally Pally

    Erica x

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  77. Hi Sue. This is a beautiful card!! I love the layout, I love the new lattice die. I think it would look great for a male or female card. The lavender colour looks fab against the lattice die. I also love the flower and those swirls are gorgeous!! Good luck at ally pally. I wish I was going too. Have a lovely day love Tres x x x

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  78. Good Morning Sue,

    A very versatile design adaptable to any occasion. Love all shades of mauve/purple/lavender/lilac.
    Wish I could make it to Ally Pally, but not this time I'm afraid :o(
    Sue

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  79. Wow beautiful card, love the lattice background. A totally stunning card.

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  80. Hello Sue,
    What a stunning card, this card would stand out anywhere it has such a visual inpact, it could be adapted for a bereavmant or even a christmas card, any occasion, love it.
    Have a great day. Love BrenLel

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  81. Good mornins Sue, This card is gorgeous, crisp and clean. The lattice die is on my wishlist. Love the flowers and the butterfly.
    Have a great time at Ally Pally, wish I was going too.
    Loved the shows this week, bought a few goodies.
    Have a great day everyone.
    Hugs June x

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  82. hi Sue, stunning card, love the extenable die.

    hope Ally Pally goes well.

    lv norma

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  83. This simple plain card is so useful for many occasions with the change of sentiment. Like it, a lot. Hugs Ann

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  84. Hi Sue, another beautiful card and I love the lattice die. The bow and flower is stunning and the little butterfly, for me, adds that special touch. Hope all is going well at AP, hugs Christine H xx

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  85. Hi Sue
    Oh my goodness what a beautiful card, you are so kind sharing all your wonderful inspirations with all of us.
    Thank you.
    Margaret

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  86. Hi Sue, what a lovely card, the colours are very elegant, love the lattice die, this will go on my shopping list, take care vanessa xx

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  87. Hi Sue
    A lovely simple beautiful card.
    Have a great time at ally pally.
    Margaret L

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  88. Hi Sue, this is a beautifully elegant card!!..Love the layout, dies and colour..:)Have a great day...Carole..xx

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  89. Hiyah,
    Love this one Sue, the lattice die is fab, thank you.
    Enjoy Ally Pally x

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  90. loving the coloures simple but V affective Corinne x

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  91. Hi Sue
    that was going to be my next job cutting a hole in the lattice work.I missed the butterfly totally. Fantastic card. Smashing flower in the middle of the bow. How many jars of beads have u used? Not got through my first one yet. I can't be using enough.
    Brill job
    born again spellbinder
    Nadine hug xxx
    nzillingworth@hotmail.com

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  92. Simple elegance. This card is beautiful.
    xx

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  93. Morning Sue. Just love it. Colours just right.Take care.3362Jan.

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  94. Love these lattice dies - they are amazingly versatile, can be used for a variety of occasions and even a simple card looks stunning, as this one does Sue - thanks for sharing
    Love lilygee xxx

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  95. Hi Sue.
    This card is simple but oh so elegant and pretty.
    Evis.

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  96. Beautiful card Sue, love the colours, really must get the lattice die

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  97. Hi Sue
    Love the card nice and quick one this . I have sat (while watching tv) and pierce around loads of backing card ready for when i need them as i find this the most time consuming also done some 3 dots close together then a space and it looks quite nice to.
    Enjoy Ally Pally everyone
    Thank you
    Lizzie (serial copycat)xox

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  98. Gorgeous Sue,love the lattice background and the over all colour scheme in this card.Your flower is fab as usual and the butterfly just finishes this card perfectly.Laura O

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  99. Gorgeous Sue, I do soooooo want that lattice die :)

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  100. Beautiful card as always!! I do have a question however!! I have not been getting the daily e-mails, is there a reason for it! I have tried to request newsletter again, but it says I am already subscribed to one! Please help! thanks

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  101. Hi Sue Im running out of adjectives
    for all your wonderful creations.
    another stunner! Have fun at Ally Pally.

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  102. Hi Sue,
    A beautiful card I love the colours and the flower you have made is very pretty, is it a mixture of dies?
    Have a good time at Ally Pally.
    Lydia
    X

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  103. This is such a pretty card & one I will definately have a play with. Can't wait for Ally Pally I'm like an excited school girl.

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  104. Love this colour scheme, and the black just sets it off. XX

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  105. Beautiful card, love the design and the colours you have used. Got to have the lattice die. Xx

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  106. Hi Sue another wow card, I love the lavender is such a lovely soft colour behind the lattice,and the the star of the card I think id the butterfly
    Smiles
    Ita

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  107. Stunning. Beautiful colours and the lattice background is lovely.
    Clarissa. X

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  108. Wonderful work! Greetings from Brasov!

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  109. I really like the clean lines and simplistic look of this card.

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  110. Another stunning card Sue - just love the lattice - must add this to my list of must-haves! Have a great time at Ally Pally - Yvonne xx

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  111. 'Make a wish' my wish would be to have your inspiration to make such beautiful cards

    Each day something different

    Lovely card today Sue

    Vie
    x

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  112. Hi Sue,

    I love the lattice die. I liked the way you micro beaded through the lattice holes. Hope to see you at Ally Pally.

    Barbara

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  113. Hi Sue, such a pretty, soft card. Very simple. Hugs, Carol S.xx

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  114. I love this card and can't wait for the lattice and the leafy design to come back I missed them last time. Hope to see you a 'the palace'

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  116. simple but beautiful, really enjoyed all the programmes this past couple of days, Thanks to you and Julia for all your hard work. Enjoy Ally Pally!!!

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  117. Absolutely love the card and would look stunning in so many different colour combinations.

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  118. Fabulous card. Treated myself to the expandable dies..so easy to use and they look gorgeous. x

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  119. A very pretty card today Sue.
    The lattice die works so well in lots of ways.

    Margaret O
    xx

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  120. Beautiful....as always Sue !

    Love...Manx Linda xx

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  121. Beautiful Elegant card Sue..x

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  122. What a lovely card sue. Just the style I love.
    Thank you for sharing. Kind regards,
    Dianne xx

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  123. Oh Sue, this is lovely! Lavender is one of my favourite colours. It has such a "calming effect". Beautiful, but simple. Have a fantastic time at Ally Pally! One of these times I'll be lucky enough to go......! Hugs xx Love Karen xx

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  124. Love the background! Great card!

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  125. Hi Sue, A great card love the lavender background must try this
    I cut out a lattice piece and not
    used it yet I will now.
    Nancyd xx

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  126. Sue - this is the first time I have written on your blog but I have just had a brilliant time watching you and Julia on tv with the spellbinders as always!
    I absolutely love the simplicity of todays card and hope you have a great time at Ally Pally this weekend.

    Hugs - Barny Owl xxx
    (Right - now I hope I get the next step right.....!)

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  127. Gorgeous card Sue, the dies are lovely. Linda xxx

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  128. Ok......this message may come up twice for which I apologise ... but it is the first time I have blogged!
    Sue - I just had to come on here - loved the tv shows and the cards on here are amazing.
    Hope you are enjoying Ally Pally and hope to see you at the NEC this year?

    Hugs, Barny Owl, xxx

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  129. Absolutely beautiful Sue. Another winner.

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  130. Hiya Sue honey! I love your card today and it does show up lavender, i love the colour shade you've used and this card looks all fresh and stunning, yep, love it!! Hugs Vick x
    the-artful-codger.blogspot.com
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  131. Lovely creation. I think I am really going to have to get this lattice die!! Christine.

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  132. Love this card will have to get this lattice die it's great well done again

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  133. Really lovely. such a great die.

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  134. Beautiful card Sue, so simple but effective

    regards
    lorraine - scotland
    xxx

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  135. Lovely card Sue, very pretty. Have a good time at the show Im sure you will be mobbed. Up here in Scotland we only ever have the Hobbycraft shows twice a year and not nuch else. I wish you could come up here for a visit!!!

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  136. I am loving that Lattice work ,it has a lot of uses I should imagine !

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  137. Hi Sue....another beautiful card....I love the lattice....hope you have had a great day...

    Chrissie..x x x

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  138. Lovely quick card if needing one in a flash. Love it xx

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  139. Hi Sue
    What a surprise, you have used the lattic die today and I have just ordered the fancy lattic die.
    I am really looking forward to using this die.
    I love this card Sue a good choice of colours.
    Ria

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  140. Lovely, so clean and fresh and my favourite lavender too.
    Have arrived at Surrey/Middlesex border tonight, just 3 trains in the morning and I'm at Ally Pally!
    See you tomorrow!
    Sue xx

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  141. Once again Sue, beautiful, simply beautiful, I love the lattice background. xxx

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  142. Simply lovely.. I am loving these large background dies Spellbinders are releasing, so intricate.... x

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  143. Absolutely fabulous, love everything about today's card, have a brilliant weekend x

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  144. Fan card Sue, really love the colours & layout..missed your shows this week as been in London since Thursday! Looking forward to Ally Pally tomorrow :) Carole Z X

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  145. Hi Sue back off my hols and this is just fantastic. Lovely colours and beautiful design.

    Enjoy Ally Pally.

    Hugs
    Linda xxx

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  146. Wow!...What a gorgeous card Sue...lavender is one of my favorite colors...way to go girl...just keep it coming!

    Take care now. Deborah.H. :)

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  147. Lovely card with simple, gorgous sentiment and die cuts.

    marg0006 at verizon ddot net

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  148. Omg these lattice dies seem to be calling out to me "buy me, buy me" I'm seeing them everywhere and they are gorgeous. I adore your card to day, simplistic but beautiful. Crafty hugs , sharon xxx

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  149. Lovely card, fabulous use of the lattice die.
    Thank you, Sue
    Christine
    x

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  150. Oh Sue, your Christmas cards have been so beautiful, the lattice one being one of my favourites.
    Keep up the splendid work and keep sharing your talent with us
    Hugs
    Sue XXX

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  151. Yes, I love this one too Sue - that lattice is fantastic.

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  152. Love the simple look of the card very pretty. Hugs melody x

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  153. Love the simple look of the card very pretty. Hugs melody x

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  154. light, pretty and my favourite colour, whats not to love :-)

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  155. This card is on my list to work on this afternoon. It is so pretty! Kathie

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  156. Simple idea... stunning card!

    Su (Soop)

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  157. just lovely' what els can i say, crafty hugs julie xx

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