Good morning all! Just sneaking in another of the Christmas cards to remind you it's time to start making them as it will be upon us before we know it! This one appeals to my sense of a more non traditional styling in the grey and white colour choice. I started by embossing my white card with the Holiday Magic embossibility (my personal choice for a holiday embossing folder, I just love this one!) Next I stamped my sentiment on some patterned paper. I picked a grey tone on tone so the black archival ink would show up nicely. I really love stamping over papers like this as they add so much interest without being too distracting (there is a close up below). I cut the top of the paper on a freehand angle just to give it a bit of playfulness. Next I selected two shades of grey and all the snowflake dies from the Snowflake Pendant and Create a Flake sets to use. I wanted a random assortment of sizes and shapes. I covered my grey card and some white card with a piece of our self adhesive sticky sheet and cut all the snowflakes. Remember, do not emboss when using these adhesive sheets or the backing paper will split. I peeled the backing paper off each one and dipped them in my clear micro beads, giving them a fun shimmery textural look. Next, I layered them up and cascaded them across my cut edge and glued them into place. For the centres of the snowflakes, I used the Cosmic Shimmer silver PVA glue to give a faux pearl look to them.
I added a spray of pearl swirls to the bottom of the card as an accent and pierced the edges to complete the piece. Think how pretty this would be in golds too! There's your Christmas cards sorted! All for now, Sue x
I added a spray of pearl swirls to the bottom of the card as an accent and pierced the edges to complete the piece. Think how pretty this would be in golds too! There's your Christmas cards sorted! All for now, Sue x
167 comments:
This is truly beautiful and I love the colour theme - makes it look so wintery.
Morning Sue. love the design but not to sure of the colours. Too much like old snow to me I prefer it when it is still white. x
Stunning card Sue.
GM Sue - yes its only 52 days to go - OMG!I had better get a move on. Like this one.
Rgs
Clare W
Good morning Sue,
I have been making Christmas cards for two months mostly as gifts, so now it is time to make them for me. I like this card but can't tell if it is grey or black or maybe green... Must be my iPad today. Thanks
Hi sue love it already made all my Xmas cards and made a load more for family and friends just have to finsh the gift shopping and I'm done thanks jayne
I like the colours of this card I might try these colours again .About 2 years ago I'd bought a 6 x 6 pad of grey christmas papers and made some of my cards with it .but not many folk liked the colours.Oh well you can't please everyone
I love the monochromatic colour scheme, I think it still says Christmas really well. Love the pearls and shimmer and all that beautiful texture.
Cheers,
Kasey ~ in Oz
Another gret card.
Bore Da Sue I absolutely love this card. I will try it in the golds just to see.
Good morning Sue, I really like todays card, you did something similar with poinsettias on an angle across the bottom of a card once if I remember and the effect is quite special. Looking at all these christmas cards does remind me that I need to get a move on with mine, I'm so behind. Linda xxx
Love this card. An unusual colour scheme for christmas but it works really well. Love the snowflake dies i think i NEED these soon! Hugs Sonia x
Another really gorgeous card here Sue. I wish I had been started out long time ago, but as usual, I´m always too late, so I can sure use some really easy examples, as I have loads to make, so best get on and get going on them here too LOL:
Good morning Sue
This is my absolute favourite embossing folder I am using it all the time. Today's card is fabulous, I love the colours, style and the micro beads, can you guess that I love it? Lol
Hugs x
Good Morning Sue.
Another stunning card, love the idea. I really should start thinking about Christmas cards.
Have a Great Day
Patricia xx
I love this card with it's simple colour scheme - it lets all the deatail of the design speak for itself.
Hi Sue, really like this card and the colours. You are right Christmas is speeding up on us. Bx
Morning Sue. I love the colours you have used but I am not keen on that many snowflakes across the card,
Sue xx
Morning Sue
Love this card too, love the snow flakes.
love Jean x
hi sue wow another stunner think of all the different colour schemes you could do on this,havent got the snowflake dies but have something simlar to them may give this one ago .. hugs sarah ..xx
Great card.
Gr, Elly, Roemenie
Love that paper. And more micro beads, what more can you ask for?
A stunnung card Sue.
Good morning Sue,
Grey (or gray) is not for me, but in gold - now you're talking!
Composition is lovely and one could substitute the snowflakes with poinsettias....... I shall have a go!
Have a great weekend.
Morning Sue, Absolutely gorgeous, I love the colours and the soft grey patterned paper blends beautifully with the embossing. The snowflakes with micro beads are so gorgeous, I love, love, love them.
Lots of love from Patricia xx
Hi Sue,
Love this card, colours too, I will have to give this a go for my family cards.
Donna Jones
Good morning Sue, what a stunning christmas card, i think this one has to go close to the top of my fav cards that you have done for christmas. i love the way the snow flake fall down the card and the way the actually look like they are frosty. i think i am going to have a go at reproducing this one. thank you so much for all your hard work and inspiration xx gail from eastbourne xx
Hi Sue
Love the card.
Hi Sue
What a gorgeous Christmas Card really like the colours grey & White so elegant. The snowflakes look just fab like they have been touched by frost and the sentiment is so nice looks lovely on the patterned paper.
Hugs Annx without an "e"
Hi sue. Another stunning card
Good Morning Sue. Lovely wintery feel to this card.
Already made and delivered 60 Christmas cards to my local animal charities. Most of them using one Spellbinder die or another.
Done about half of my own personal cards but this is one to try today maybe in ice blue as well.
Val in Spain xxx
Morning Sue,
Another lovely card with a heartwarming sentiment which looks great on the patterned paper.
Erica x
Good Morning Sue,
A lovely frosty feeling Christmas card, really catches the feel of the snowflakes, I have actually made four Christmas cards now, must get into the mood for Christmas (bah humbug).
Have a great day everyone.
Michelle(happy2craft)
Morning Sue.
Like the design but think personally would prefer it in silver or gold. X
Hi Sue!
Gorgeous card!!
Hugs,
Simone.
Good morning Sue. Love the card as always but am going to try it in some cool blues I think, and maybe another one in lilacs and purples, but I love the idea, and Ive just bought some more micro beads and double sided sticky, so I'm good to go. (A good job really, as Ive not made any of my personal christmas cards yet lol).
Big hugs
Max xx
Hi Sue, I was surprised grey and white works so well. Love the card!
Gail C.
Hi Sue, a beautiful card, I think the greys are shown to their best, I love the swirls you use, they really add a touch of luxury
Audrey x
Gorgeous card, love the colours you've used.
Clare x
Hi Sue,
I don't know how you do it, another stunner! I will have to dig out my greys.
Hugs, Carol x
Lovely design, I think this is one I might be copying!
Hope you are enjoying your time away. Anne
Hi Sue another lovely card and so pleased that you have moved back to Christmas, I definately need that push to finish my cards. Take care Love Michelle xx
Very elegant card with great design. Hugs! xx
Lovely Sue just lovely. Hugs Sheila.x
elegent, classy, stunning!! Sue :) lainey x
'morming Sue, Thanks as always for another lovely card. Hope you are having a Great Time and all is ell. Mabex
A lovely card as always ,I must start Christmas! Lucyx
At the risk of becoming boring and repeating myself everyday-another stunner,take care,x.
Here's the "w" I missed out!!! I usually read first and then press the send button.....OOps1 Mabex
Hi
Simply gorgeous, will make it in various colours fo all my friends.
Val x
Another gorgeous card sue don't know how you manage it everyday but so glad that you do xx hazel
Good morning Sue, I'm one of your 'newer' followers on here though I've followed and recorded ever single show with you on C & C.
Your cards are so amazing and inspiring. I have the Holiday Christmas tree dies but don't have any snowflakes so I think I NEED to make another purchase. I also have the Holiday Magic embossing folders and I love the swirly one too.
I'm loving the snowflake card. I agree that the sentiment really stands out on the soft grey card and as always I love the pearly swirl. Not sure if you're still with your Mum, but hope you're all well and having a nice time,
With love from Julie in Wales
Hi Sue
Lovely card; yet again!!!! How do you do it? I am so grateful for all your lovely ideas. I am not sure the colours work but could do it in gold the basis is there to expand on so thank you.
Crafty Hugs
Heather Rogers xx
Hi Sue like the card but not sure on the grey ,would prefer blue or silver myself.still dont no how you keep coming up with differant ideas but please keep doing it.
Love Marion
Beautiful, love the swirl of snowflakes and great sentiment.
Another super card Sue! I love everything about it. X
Beautiful card and I love the colour scheme
A really beautiful card love the snowflakes and the embossed background.Laura O
Love this Sue!
Have not used my snowflakes yet but this card style Is a must. loved doing it with flowers so off to try with flakes.
Thanks for inspiration.
Hello Sue
Love the sentiment ... I have done a few cards like you in the sloping designs this is such a lovely design , thank you for showing it Sue!
LoveMarg
Another lovely card Sue with a different take. Love the look of stamping on the patterned paper. You never cease to amaze me with all your ideas. Enjoy your time in the States but can't wait to see you back here again! Yvonnexx
Hi Sue
Yes i like this card . I have nearly finished all my christmas cards .Have to make a extra special card for my nearest and dearest. Then have some birthday cards to do.
joyce.e
A very beautiful card. I love the dimension. Vee xx
Hi Sue
Another winner I think. I love the composition and the snowflakes are lovely - look good with Pinflair Ice Diamond as well. I also like the idea of putting poinsettias across the top instead of the snowlakes. Pleased you keep inspiring us - I've finally made 14 cards -only 136 to go!!!!
Hi Sue
Lovely card i like the random snowflakes i still have my special cards to make so i had better get a move on
Take Care
Elaine H X
Hi Sue, Gorgeous card again and I am sure it looks even better in real life. Keep them coming!! Hugs, Carol S.xx
Hi sue, I just love this card, my favourite! The snowflake design is wonderful and the colours look so elegant. Well done that woman :-) Maddy x
really gorgeous card Sue, love all the white
Morning Sue....this is a card perfect for the folk with the black and white decor...and I have a few friends who colour co ordinate there cards to each room!...I love the design and to be sure you could replicate it in any colour combo...this is perfect for me.....having fun with Mom? you need to be telling us what you are getting up ! xxxxxx
Hi Sue
I have made a few 'special' cards but still have a few more to do. I love this design and the colours.
Happy crafting and I am looking forward to the spellbinder shows for the POD.
Love Tina x
Morning Sue, another fabulous card
love the grey and white would never
thought of using these colours for Christmas
have started made about 10 now but
must get cracking so this is another
one must try. Nancyd xx
Morning Sue, another inspiration for us, I must get a move on and get some c cards made. Love this one so will do a few like it. Thanks for sharing, take care, Jess
What a beautiful frosty card!
I love the different background :)
Hi Sue
Lovely and different colour theme,beautiful card.
Hi Sue,
Wasn't sure about the grey then in the lower picture it looked more silvery so I guess it is a case of experiment but I do like the composition. have a good wekend
love from Jackie D
Hi Sue, I think the grey & white you have shown work really well, but as so many have said, there are many colour themes that would work. I have the folder & snowflakes so can have a go. The sentiment is lovely. I also have the pointsettia flowers & know I've seen you do this style with those too. I'm a bit of a sad case I'm afraid & last night my other half caught me!!! I record all your shows, watch them a few times in case I've missed something & then pause each card shown to photograph before deleting the show & make space ;-). I'm never sure I'll see them again even on here, so like to keep a record. Once it's been on here I delete the tv screen version as your photos are close ups not waving in the air!!! I've been doing this method for years as I'm really visual being a graphic designer & can work out how something's been created very quickly. I then make my own creation, but find your designs truly inspire me. I have masses of dies now & really need a good way of storing them properly. Have magnetic sheets, but they are heavy & I should probably cut the sheets up too. I find the dies ping off at the moment & I don't want to loose any, so need a better solution. Do you use photo albums? Portfolios? You have more than myself & I know mine are taking over the house!!! Claire xxx
gorgeous card.
Hi Sue,
Love the simple elegance of this card and the colours are just lovely.
I think this will be very achievable.
Have a good day.
Lydia
X
Good morning Sue. Another lovely card, I like the flakes slanted down the card, and the micro beads add a lovely touch.
Morning sue what a beautiful card its stunning im going to get my christmas cards started. But not in the moud to do them as ive just lost my mum so my hearts not in it.
Debs Artliff
hi sue, love the title and the card, if only all could be that way love & peace
sue xx
Lovely card Sue, very elegant. Not too sure about grey personally but colours are easily changed! Pat x
The colours are unusual for xmas but I like the change, I have grumbled (sorry) when you were posting xmas cards in July, but I am happy now it is November, we need to crack on and get them made.
hi sue love your card today,will give it a go,have these dies,and card to. any thought on putting together a paper pack of fine pattered papers to match the basic card pack. it would be nice. love bluebell-flowerwood. hope you are all save from the sandy hurricane.
Morning Sue, yippee i finished my xmas cards this week - all 300! Most of them have poinsettia or other spellbinders shape on them. I now have presents to make/paint. Love this colour scheme and layout of this card, the split background is very effective. Emma
Hi Sue
This card is beautiful, yes we must be getting on with our Christmas Cards. Thanks for giving us some wonderful ideas.
Margaret L
beautiful stylish card angxxxx
Love the card Sue but the colours would have to be brighter for me especially at Christmas. also loved yesterday's card - right up my street!
Val C
Hi Sue,
I like the layout of this card but have to admit I'm not so keen on the colours - I'm just not a grey person - any other colour and I'm sure I'd be singing.
Beverley W
Beautiful Sue just beautiful. Must start my cards otherwise I will be buying again, ouch!! Have a lovely Friday, hugs Christine H xx
Hi Sue, my these colours work well together, never thought of using grey but you never know if you don't try. Lovely card.
Wilma x x
Hi Sue, i love this card the snowflake dies are lovely xxx
all the best Martine xxx
Morning Sue,
Loving the card so different and lovely colours.
Regards
June
x
Good morning Sue, A beautiful card, the glistening snowflakes are stunning. Love the unusual colourway, gold would be perfect also.
Have to make a start on my cards next week!!!!
Have a great day everyone.
Hugs June xxx
Love that embossing Sue and it's nice to do something a bit non traditional colourwise - thanks for sharing with us.
love lilygee xx
Hi Sue,
Another beautiful creation love the colours.
Love BrenLel
The snowflakes are sooooo pretty Sue!!
This card is gorgeous, love that embossing and the color combo although no traditional, it´s so elegant!!! I love it :)
Hi Sue,
another beautiful card again.
Have a wonderful crafty day.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.
Unusual colour scheme but I like it.
Like others have said this design of card can be adapted in so many ways, it's a must to keep in my design folder.
I'm like a cat on a hot tin roof today, son on long haul flight from Amsterdam to Peru - going on to Lima then trekking to Machu Pichu. He's only 43!! but I'm a Mom and worry is what we do right?
Margaret O
xxx
A lovely card Sue. A different colour scheme, will have to give it a try.
Another lovely card. Would not have thought to use grey but it works wonderfully.
Clarissa. X
Lovely!
Good morning Sue, just about im late today....love todays card, the colours give it a frosty feel to the card perfect for the season. Hugs xx
I love this card Sue, another gorgeous project. I wouldn't have thought to use the patterned paper in that way, another thing to try.
Have a great day,
hugs LYnn
Hi sue this is a lovely card and a timely reminder that I need to start my xmas cards!!! I have been going to start my xmas ones since midway through september!! Lol. oh well I'm just going to have to forget about everything else and just craft for the next month!! Its such a hard life lol love lesley xx
Gorgeous card Sue. xx
Hi Sue
Looks a very complicated design but fab. (your secret is safe with me).And those beads get everywhere. Another carol singing card. Wonderful job you have done.
Born again spellbinder
Nadine hug xxx
nzillingworth@hotmail.com
Hi Sue
Another beautiful card :)
June x
Sue I love this card, so elegant and frosty and perfect x
5*'s Sue. Gorgeous card. It's one I'd send to someone I love.
Hi Sue another lovely card so Christmas'y hugs Lynda x
Hi Sue,
love the card and the sentiment you use are very nice.xx Jean Z
stunning card thanks for sharing .Melanie
Hi Sue. Love the colours of today's card, which give a frosty feel. Love the swirls too. xx
Another stunner Sue
xx Sandra
Perfect Christmas card Sue
Vie
x
Fantabulous card XX
Hi Sue
Not sure about the colours it would look great in White & Gold. Hugs xx
Hello. Brrr this makes me feel chilly. Think I'd prefer the warmth of golds and whites but it's such a pretty card all the same. xx
Hi Sue, Sorry late today. Love the card, just makes me feel guilty that I have not done all my Christmas cards - must get cracking. Have a peaceful weekend.
Love Rosemarie xxx
Gorgeous Christmas card, I love the stamping on the delicate backing paper - really cool! xx
Hi Sue, I REALLY like this card, it's truly beautiful, I love the icy colour theme. Love Sam xxx
Lots of ideas on this card, and an outstanding sentiment. Lovely.
Thank you, Sue
Christine
x
same for me not to sure about the colours but it may suit brown and pink
Hi Sue. What a great card for today !! I still have not started my christmas cards yet !! I am coming to the end of the scrapbook I am making for my mum for christmas. I love your christmas card today. I think gold would look fab and blue and white too !! I love the snowflakes and the swirly pearls finish it off perfectly. I do love that sentiment too. Lots of Love Tres x x x
How very beautiful love the untraditional Christmas card everything about it.
Jane xx
Hi Sue, I really love the design of this card but it looks lost in these colours. I much prefer white on white for christms with just a flash of colour.
Love and hugs
from Esther in the Highlands xx
Beautiful card Sue! I started so well with my Christmas cards in the summer and then other crafty demands on my time took over...now I'm starting to panic! Carole Z X
Lovely card Sue - very subtle colour scheme which works really well.
Love this one Sue. Very attractive!
Hi Sue, another lovely card must admit I haven't thought of using grey before but it just works so well.
Good bless
JanNxx
I love this one Sue. It's got the brrr motion while we're sitting snug by the fire! I like the colours & how the archival sentiment stands out on the patterned paper. I really love how you've put the silver pearls on with the cosmic silver glue too, wow, what an effect! Yes, gold would look stunning too! The holiday embossing folder looks like an all round "celebration" one to use. Better had get cracking with the Christmas cards, can't believe how quickly this year has gone! Hope you & you're love one's are all fine xx Love Karen xx
i love micro breads. they give a nice frosting to cards. Great card yet again Sue!
Think i am going to have a go at stamping over pages, have never really tried that, lovely card as always Sue x
Hi Sue,
This is a great card!
I love the colours and the detail.
Joan B.
Super card Sue really lovely
Hope you are enjoying your stay, but missing you.
Margaret
Love the layered look and color choices.
Love the design but not sure about grey, might try it in silver. I also like using the holiday magic embossing folder especially on vellum it looks so classy. X
What a beautiful card, the subtle grey paper is lovely and the overall effect stunning. x
Lovely card Sue. Love the use of grey - very unusual for a Christmas card but it looks fab!
Another great card Sue, also loved the one you did with Poinsettas.
Hope you are enjoying your time with your Mum
regards
lorraine - scotland
xxx
Another beautiful card Sue, I have these dies and will certainly be giving this style a go.
Carol
x
Another lovely card. I'm pleased I don't have to choose my favourite because I like them all.
Hi Sue
This is one of my favourite, just love the colours and design.
Happy Crafting
Jean
Nice card - i really must try some of these micro beads, i like the effect they give
Julie x
Lovely card. Just wondering if anyone would know where I could get the sentiment stamp - it is beautiful!! Thanks again Sue. Luv Hil xo
Very nice Sue. Love the way you do your greetings by stamping - I never stamp mine cos I'd mess them up!
Another wonderful creation, I love your use of the micro beads, must invest in some of those.
Mol x
Hi Sue...A stunning card..love everything about it...Yes I must get on with my Christmas Cards.....
Happy crafting
Chrissie x x x
Hi Sue,
Another use for micro beads! Lovely with the grey and white, really frosty.
Must get back to my Christmas cards. I started really early (for me) but have been sidetracked by family events.
Hope you have a good weekend,
Sue xx
Hi Sue,
Another beautiful card. Love the colours.
Have a good weekend.
Pauline xx
another lovely card, was thinking about starting my cards tomorrow and you;ve given me an idea, better dig out my create a flake 3 die..... hope you're safe and sound in USA, been watching everything unfold on the news and its terrible whats happened, we have friends in NYC and they are OK thankfully..... x
Stunning Christmas card and loving the sentiment. Fabulous snowflakes too.
Hugs
Linda xxx
Lovely - such a pretty card.
Lovely very 'wintery' colour scheme on this one, style would work well in various colours and gold, as you suggest would be gorgeous!
Su (Soop)
Love this card Sue.must try this one for my xmas cards
Made it in time to see a lovely card ready for Christmas. Need all the inspiration possible right now to get cracking with those cards!
Oh WOW Sue, i love this card its stunning, and so classy!! love it and i am defo going to recreate this for a family member this year! need to get cracking i havent made one card for Christmas yet eek!! lol..hugs, Vick xxx
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VERY PRETTY CARD.SUZYD X
Lovely card, sue.
Keep up the good work.
On catchup so late comment
Love the cool colours, Sue,
yet more ideas to try.
'P' in Wales
Sue nice card good one for christmas.
Perfect!!!
Sue this is absolutely stunning - every time I see your Christmas cards - I think that it is the one I'm going to do this year - then I see more and change my mind...
I love the microbeads, but wondered if they went a long way.
Beautiful.
Paula x x x
This is such a great card Sue, I am going to try to reproduce it, probably not with such great results but hopefully quite close! xxx
Morning Sue, thank you for another lovely card. The card is beautiful and keeps inspiring me to try more.I hadn't got all the stamps you used, but used my own theme to do this card. I loved experimenting with the snowflakes and must put the dies on my Christmas List. xx
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