Hello guys! Yes I am trying another laced card to make up for last month's effort. I am limited to the type of ribbon I am allowed to use, but I have used a wider zigzag this time, showing off more of the background. I love this one! I hope it will appeal to more of you this time too. I started with a flowery background paper in a cream and brown pattern. I covered it with micro beads for texture, (yes, I am quite addicted to my micro beads and think they make lovely texture for cards!) Next I cut the top and bottom "lacing" strips using a combination of edgebility dies to achieve this. I used two inserts together with the scallopy cutting edge. I added mounting foam to raise these pieces for dimension (and to make the lacing process easier too) and added them to either side of the card. A quick note here, even though I have used foam pieces for this, because they are seated on to the micro beads, you need to use some Cosmic Shimmer glue for really good adhesion on top of the beads. Next came the lacing. I started by attaching the seam binding on the right side to the back of the card and then through my holes, skipping every other one up and down until I reached the other side. I tucked the other end behind the card and then added a messy bow and flower on top. The flower was made using Sam Poole's Button Floral stamp (tutorial for this is on the Creative Expressions website). Next I stamped my centre focal element using the Justrite Kindness set. I stamped it using a clear perfect medium pad and clear embossed it over decorative dotty paper. After I cut it out with the matching Labels 20 die, I added some pearl Nestabling as an accent and cut a dark faux nestie as a mat for it. I stamped my sentiment and cut it out with a smaller Labels 20 and used a light inking of Antique Linen while in the die. Pierced the edges to finish it as I usually do. A quick note, I have started to photograph the new cards that I am making using a ruler in one of the pictures (I won't post the ruler pics) so I will be able to give you card measurements when I start posting those. There is usually such a lag between when I make the cards, do the shows and post the cards, that I can never recall what size they were and they are rarely still in my possesion by that time to check them! Today's card was rather large, in the neighborhood of 8" x 8 1/2" in size. Anyways, I hope that you like this one, as I was kind of fond of it! All for now, Sue x
Hello guys! Yes I am trying another laced card to make up for last month's effort. I am limited to the type of ribbon I am allowed to use, but I have used a wider zigzag this time, showing off more of the background. I love this one! I hope it will appeal to more of you this time too. I started with a flowery background paper in a cream and brown pattern. I covered it with micro beads for texture, (yes, I am quite addicted to my micro beads and think they make lovely texture for cards!) Next I cut the top and bottom "lacing" strips using a combination of edgebility dies to achieve this. I used two inserts together with the scallopy cutting edge. I added mounting foam to raise these pieces for dimension (and to make the lacing process easier too) and added them to either side of the card. A quick note here, even though I have used foam pieces for this, because they are seated on to the micro beads, you need to use some Cosmic Shimmer glue for really good adhesion on top of the beads. Next came the lacing. I started by attaching the seam binding on the right side to the back of the card and then through my holes, skipping every other one up and down until I reached the other side. I tucked the other end behind the card and then added a messy bow and flower on top. The flower was made using Sam Poole's Button Floral stamp (tutorial for this is on the Creative Expressions website). Next I stamped my centre focal element using the Justrite Kindness set. I stamped it using a clear perfect medium pad and clear embossed it over decorative dotty paper. After I cut it out with the matching Labels 20 die, I added some pearl Nestabling as an accent and cut a dark faux nestie as a mat for it. I stamped my sentiment and cut it out with a smaller Labels 20 and used a light inking of Antique Linen while in the die. Pierced the edges to finish it as I usually do. A quick note, I have started to photograph the new cards that I am making using a ruler in one of the pictures (I won't post the ruler pics) so I will be able to give you card measurements when I start posting those. There is usually such a lag between when I make the cards, do the shows and post the cards, that I can never recall what size they were and they are rarely still in my possesion by that time to check them! Today's card was rather large, in the neighborhood of 8" x 8 1/2" in size. Anyways, I hope that you like this one, as I was kind of fond of it! All for now, Sue x
165 comments:
Hello Sue, this laced card looks much better as it is n ot dominated by the lacing and the lovely background can shine through. Love the button flower.
what a beautiful card
hugs linda
beautiful card Sue
Morning Sue. I prefer this one. I agree with Pam that the lacing doesn't dominate the card and you can see the rest of this beautiful card. Have a good day. Christine x
Morning Sue....A lovely card Sue. I love the background paper and the flower. I did like the last one that you did, but this one I do like much more......
Happy crafting
Chrissie x x x
GM Sue - I like this better than last months but still think it needs thinner ribbon - sorry! and be counter laced. I hear what you say about being limited in what you use - but we are not! Haven't tried lacing yet but will give it a go.
Rgs
Clare W
How do you do it Sue? You come up with such unusual ideas and turn them into works of art.x
Good morning Sue,
Love this card and I need to add the ribbon in this style very chic.
Hi Sue, agree with previous posts that I like this card better than the last one tho love them both. When I tried it I used very thin ribbon and liked that finish. Love today's background paper xx
Beautiful card! I love the flower on the bow :)
Love todays card Sue, love the borders and the matching flower.
Hi Sue I sound like a creep but I like all your cards and think that we are really lucky that you come up with so many ideas to inspire us every single day.
Beautiful card, glad you are safe and the storm has not affected you .Melanie
Beautiful elegant card Sue.
Sue
Morning Sue, like the background paper and I love using micro beads. Still not sure about lacing, but I agree with you this is better than last months.
Keep the great inspiration coming.
Gail C. x
Good morning Sue
I love today's card and I also loved the last one you know the saying Sue you can't please everyone etc
Hugs x
Good Morning Sue. Love the lacing effect - it's not as full on as last time. Micro beads are stunning as usual and very oretty flower..
Val in Spain xxx
Another lovely card - thanks to you, Sue, I shall be using my edgeabilities more creatively. Also, the flower is BEAUTIFUL.
Loved last month's card just as much as this one though - they are just different!
Morning Sue,
As usual another stunner - i have always been a fan of the lacing technique. This card is really effective.
TFS
Have a great day.
Hugs
Amanda x
well sue i am loving this card very much i havent no edgeabilities but think i will have to have some after christmas as i am saving to buy my beautiful grand daughter a dolls pram and i am busy to making things for a craft fair for charity. love all the inspiration you give to us all keep em coming .. bye for know sarah .. xx
Hi Sue
Love it !Love it ! Love it !
Elaine H X
Inspiration again, Sue.
Love the matching background and flower but pondering on the lacing.
Need edgabilities, micro beads and labels 20 etc etc etc!! Sooo needy.
'P' in Wales
This card is definately nicer than the other laced card. But i'm still not over keen on it. Sorry! I love the background card though and the matching flower is great. Hugs Sonia x
Hello Sue. Your card is beautiful. I like the zigzag (I am an engineer so of course these symmetric things are the ones I fancy) and the little pearls around the sentiment look adorable. And of course once again you have nailed it with your flower.
Hugs from Finland, Eemeli
Hi Sue another lovely card and so pleased I got the labels 20 dies. Thank you for putting on the measurements of the card because it is quite difficult to tell.....I wait for them on C&C so I can see them then. Take care Love Michelle xx
Hello Sue
Good that the measurements will be included I usually go by the size of the Die and take it from there..I love to see how many Dies you have used on each card . Love this card Sue! and the backing paper colours
Love Marg
DEfinitely like this card Sue. Lovwe the shapes and the background. Even like the lacing. Thanks Sue!
Hi Sue, love the laced card, and this background paper is lovely, and the flower done with it really pops the pattern. So another lovely Sue inspiration example. Bx
An absolutely awesome card. I love this one too, but I also liked the last one thoug.
wow stunning all those pearls mmmmm xx
Morning Sue I love the lace cards that you do. I like yhe flower that youve done i with have to go and have a look at how its done. I like the colours that you have used. All together t its a stunning card.
DebsArtliff
Super nice card.
The flower is beautiful.
Gr, Elly, Roemenie
Good Morning Sue,
Lovely card, the edge borders are great, I like the ribbon lacing on this card, it all blends in. The other card was too much green for me. Love the flower button.
Have a great day everyone.
Michelle(happy2craft)
Hi Sue,
another fabulous card. Really like the paper used. I loved the other lace up card and I love this one. Never have I been disappointed in what you create.
Have a wonderful crafty day.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.
I will never be a huge fan of the lacing effect but I like this much better as the ribbon does not take over the card. I love the beaded background and the flower especially.
Hi Sue
Gorgeous card really like this one so nice you can see the beautiful background thru the laced ribbon.
Hugs Annx without an "e"
Nice to be back and seeing your wonderful cards, this one is lovely. xxx
Morning Sue
Love the colour combination, the bow and especially the sentiment but would prefer the lacing to have been applied to a much narrower ribbon...
June x
Morning Sue
Yes I love this card, the lacing goes well with it being a bigger card. Love the background paper and the flower and og course the lovely labels 20 dies.
love Jean x
Hi Sue
I'm very early this morning lol!
I love this card and the lace borders I like to see different styles to do with the dies.
I'm liking the measurements, as I'm like Marg I go by what die you have used.
Thank you
Lizzie (serial copycat)xox
Morning Sue,
One of my favourite cards. X
Morning Sue, This card is absolutely stunning, I love it, the lacing is beautiful because it doesn't dominate the card, it enhances it. I love the sentiment and die-cuts, the colours are magnificent.
Lots of love from Patricia xx
Stunning card Sue really love the background paper. Love the colours xx hazel
A beautiful card love everything about it. X
Hi Sue, Much better than the last one, love it! Have you thought of using narrower ribbon/cord used in corsets? Hugs xx
Hi Sue,
Such a lovely card, love the flower and lacing.
Thank you for my comment prize, you are so generous not only with your prizes but your time and inspiration too.
Donna Jones
Hi Sue I love it and really like the lacing but the flower is super. I dont have micro beads but love the effect they give.
Audrey x
morning Sue
Have to admit that I like this one much more than your previous lacey card. I think it's because it is not so fussy. I like the colour scheme and in particular the edge dies - I seem to fit a few of these together often for the edges of my cards as they do go well together.
Janet x
Not usually.my cup of tea with ribbon lacking but this is gorgeous Sue
Morning Sue,
Loved both of the laced cards and like the idea of beading the background. Will have to have a look at the flower tutorial.
Kind regards
June
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Wow, very leegant and loving the laced ribbon and the patterned flower
Hi Sue, Beautiful, my favourite things - paper flowers and ribbon. Hope you are enjoying your trip.
Love Rosemarie xx
that's a very clever idea Sue :) lainey x
Hi Sue i have to agree with some of the other comments ,still not sure on the lacing .but like the card in general .
Love Marion
I love, love, love this. Gorgeous card! Hugs! xx
Beautiful card, lace doesn't dominate the card quite as much but I would still prefer thinner ribbon.
Morning Sue....another not sure about the lacing but that's just me....loving the micro beeds had a go yesterday doing some flowers...must get SAMs stamps....and they looked great...hope you are having fun with all the craft shops and that you had a good Halloween hugs xxxxx
Great card Sue ,like the lacing and I love your flower-its fab.Laura O
Lovely card, very elegant.
Clare x
Good morning Sue, Like this one, as others have said the lacing does not dominate the card you can appreciate the lovely backing card. Hugs xx
Beautiful card, the lacing works well on this one
Never saw the first card but this one it certainly stunning, love everything about it, design, colours, idea, the lot, just a great card!!
Morning Sue, must agree with most
of the posts I like this one much better
the last one was too fusy for me but
I really like this one the pattern
paper is fab. too. Nancyd xx
I love the lacing here. I think the wider space works well and you can see the background. Also the light coloured ribbon is effective. Stunning card.
Good morning Sue, now this lacing I really love, it looks pretty without overshadowing the backing paper. Perfect
xx Sandra
At least this card looks doable by those of us with less nimble fingers Sue - when you laced the Vintage border, I couldn't believe my eyes!
SUE LOVE THIS CARD
Hi Sue,
I'm not a fan of lacing but this design I don't mind as it is not so dominant. I like that you have made the flower from the same paper as the background and with the topper the whole card looks very elegant.
love from Jackie D
Good morning Sue, A beautiful card, love the background, ribbon and flower, loved the previous one as well you are soo talented and inspirational/
Have a great day.
Hugs June xxx
I much prefer this method of lacing Sue - it's not so overpowering. It's a beautiful card and the colours are just lovely. Pat x
Hi Sue,
Not a great fan of the lacing effect but I do think this one is far better than the last ribbon is not so dominant.
Love the rest of the card and the colours.
Hope you are having a great time with your family.
Lydia
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Good morning Sue, what a lovely card i think i prefer this type of laced card as it shows more of the beautiful back ground paper.
And that rose is just scrummie. i love the way your roses look i have tried to get mine to look the same but i must be doing something wrong as they never look as good as yours. well keep up the good work xx gail from eastbourne
lovely card.
Wow this is such an amazing card (as usual)!! I keep seeing your cards everyday on you blog and they really inspire me to make more cards, but I'm stuck at uni doing a chemistry degree with no spare time and no craft stuff, my ideas book is going to jam packed by the time it gets to Christmas and I'll actually have some time to craft again. I hope the next 4 years fly by so I can go back to crafting everyday :D Thank you for all your wonderful inspiration!! :D
Christine
A lovely elegant card Sue, but I did smile when you said what ribbon you were 'allowed' to use, I can't imagine anyone taking ribbon away from you.
Hi Sue, Yes this is definately a winner in the lacing comp. The background is more open. Love these flowers and they are so easy to do. Another great card. Hugs, Carol S.xx
Totally gorgeous, love the ribbon lacing and that flower is divine!
Cheers,
Kasey ~ in Oz
Hi Sue, I love this card because the layout can be used with many different colour/ribbon combinations..Thanks for the tutorial as well..:)..Have a great day..xx
This card appeals more than the last laced one. Like the rose made from same paper as background.XX
Hi Sue
Although this is so much nicer than the last one, sorry I'm still not a fan of the lacing. I do like the fact that you can see the background in this and love the micro beads and flower.
Morning Sue
I love this card the colour scheme and the borders are gorgeous
Prefer the lacing on this one as its not so predominant, much nicer
Sue xxx
I'm not sure about the lacing on this one. I think it would look better without it!! However I love everything else about it!!
not keen on the lacing sorry love the rest "!"!
Morning Sue, yes i think this one is much better as you can see more of the paper and card, love the backing paper and card. Emma
love the flower i always have truble making them
sue x
Morning Sue, lovely card, like everyone else I like it better than the last lacing one, more open. We can choose whatever we want to use, I know you will be limited to what you can use, so it can be sold. Take care, Jess xx
Hi Sue, what a pretty and unique creation you've made for today- I love it. This card is just so creative and girlie just what I like. I'm making my last three christmas cards today and have enjoyed your inspirational cards on your blog. I hope you are safe and well as the USA has had a battering from the weather. I look forward to you being back on our screens on create and craft as I love your demos. Take care, and once again today's card is really lovely well done for your creativity. From Katie-Lou
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WOW WOW WOW Sue. simply gorgeous. Hug Sheila.x
Hi Sue
Very nice sue.
love the flower.
Margaret L
Love the ribbon, I loved the last one it makes the cards really elegant love the way you exposed the background more this time Thanks for another lovely card x
That background paper does look good with the microbeads - a lovely, interesting card altogether.
Morning Sue,
A lovely card, you have such an eye for matching colour and design.
Erica x
Love the antique look about this card and I think the ribbon effect looks good and the flower compliments the papers. Didn't have time yesterday to look at your card but looked today and it is simply divine - love it Yvonnexx
Hi Sue
I think the flower jumps out as done in the wonderful patterned paper.(Still haven't got the bitty flower dies grrr, next on my list to buy).Yes thinks this card sings. I understand why you get attached to your cards, wonderful.
Born again spellbinders
Nadine xxx hug
nzillingworth@hotmail.com
Hi Sue Stunning I love the lasing and I did like the last one you did ,the paper is fab and the backing paper is stunning.I think it is a great idea that you are going to do sizes it would be a great help.I know you do not agree with inserts ,bit you do need them at times,it would be helpefull if you did some sampels of a sort of type of inserts?? I am hopeless myself at doing inserts on the computer,what I do is cut some nice paper with one of the dies,then do a verse ,and cut it out with a die to match the ones used to make the card ,it works o.k.
I will not be able to comment on the blog for the next few weeks I am off to the Grand Canaria for some sun,with my sisters hope you are having a good time with your mom.
Regards
Ita
Hi Sue, This is PERFECT, and if the ribbon was any thinner, it would NOT work at all, it comes down from the rose and flows through the card beautifully. Well done. Elaine x
Hi Sue
Like the lacing on this one it doesn't take over the card.
Morning Sue.
I prefer this one love the micro bead bkground & the flower
I think this card would look better without the ribbon lacing, but it is still pretty.
I really like this one but would probably have done the ribbon the other way too, like ballet shoes.
Great card
Rebekah
Hi sue love this card and the lacing looks good will definitely have to give it a go!! I must get labels 20,I didn't think I would need them but I do!! Lol love lesley xx
Hi Sue,
I'm so glad you are going to be able to give us all some idea of big your actual designs are. Sometimes when I've tried to copy your ideas they don't work as well and I think this is because my base card is too small. Really liked the close up pic of the microbead background it really does show what a difference these can make. Thanks for sharing.
Beverley W
Hello Sue
You've done it again - another beautiful card.
How do you make your fantastic bows?
Diana
Hello Sue. Ten out of ten for this one. So much better with the lacing as ornamentation and not the focus of the card. That flower is lovely too. Really like this and might even give it a go. Thank you xx.
Sue, your card is fabulous! I just love the flowered paper, the scalloped edges, the flower! Ok, I just love everything about your card!
It is gorgeous!
Oh yes Sue this works so well
Lovely use of the flower tops it off
Vie
x
another gorgeous card Sue....gorgeous background with the ribbon details
crafty hugs
Elly P
x x
Love all your creations Sue but I do prefer this one and enlarging the image shows all the beautiful detail you have put into this card, hugs Christine H xx
Hi there Sue,
Love, Love, Love it, you see far more of the background this time. I liked the last one but have to say I prefer this.
Have a Great Day
Patricia
Wow its beautiful Sue! Love the papers too!
Pearl x
hi sue, lovely card again, i sell my cards and everyone loves them, but they yours i just copy them lol crafty hugs julie x
Hi Sue such a pretty card love the background paper and the micro beads do make the paper pop xxx
all the best martine xxx
After deciding I didn't like weaving on cards, I have to say I do like this! It's smooth weaving, and the bow ties in so beautifully. A smooth card altogether.
Thank you, Sue
Christine
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love the background paper, pretty card judith x
Still not keen on the lacing.
Love the focal element with the pearls.
Margaret O
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Hi Sue
Yet another beautiful card I have not done any lacing yet.
Happy crafting.
Love Tina x
Great card today Sue love the lacing. Linda xxx
Hi Sue, this card is really lovely and has quite a different look about it. Love Sam xxx
Hi Sue,
Yes the lacing is less dominant - but I would prefer it to be thiner. The rest of the card is beautiful.
Love BrenLel
I really like todays card, it makes background look like pennants, I like lacing on both cards you've done. thanks for guide as to how big your cards are x
Lovely card Sue, love the flower, still not sure about the lacing :) Carole Z X
Lovely card Sue, love the flower, still not sure about the lacing :) Carole Z X
Hi Sue, lovely dies used, but the lacing isn't for me. Sorry.x
was not keen on the first ribbon card to busy looking for me but i like this one better but might use a slightly narrower ribbon myself. Thanks for the measurements and cant wait for your new idea of the ruler guide that will really help x
This is lovely Sue, I must admit I was not too keen on the previous one either, but this one is a lot nicer. Thank you for persevering! xxx
Hi Sue. I too prefer this card. I really like the die and background design but lacing isn't really my thing. I do like the colours.
Hope all's weel with you. xx
I have just managed to get my Labels 20 now. Can't wait to start using them. I love your cards I think they are amazing. Thank you for being such an inspiration.
Love the laced card with the matching flower the colours are scrummy
I've loved it when you demo these on C/C
Hugs Sue XXX
Hi sue, yes I do like this. I love the way you have produced the sentiment. Great idea to use a smaller labels 20 diecut on top,of your embossed one, it looks fab. Maddy x
Hi Sue,
Yet another beautiful card.
Hugs Carolx
Love the card Sue ,lovely colours flower and bow.
Jane xx
Great detail, lovely ribbon!
I absolutely love this card.
Lovely card and I prefer this one to the other laced card as I like seeing more of the background paper. Making a matching rose is a good idea too.
Julie x
Simply gorgeous!! x
love this card sue must admit wasnt keene on last months hugs ruth j
Very elegant & beautiful is this card Sue x Love the "Victorian " look of it. Stunning! Oooo that would be good to have the measurements of the cards that you do. xx Love Karen xx Hope everybody's okay in the States. Prayers & thoughts are with all those who've been affected by "Sandy". xx
yes like this one sue its a lot better than last months. hug melody xxx
Gorgeous card like the subtle lacing better. Very victorian looking!!!
Stunning card Sue, I love the lacing of the ribbon and the bow in the corner is fabulous with the flower. Lovely paper too.
Hugs
Linda xxx
Like everything about the card except the lacing, sorry not a fan of lacing. The colours are really nice and the flower is lovely. Hugs Ann
Yes Sue I like this one better suttle laceing love the colours hugs Lynda x
A lovely card - everything looks just right, matching and co-ordinated.
love lilygee xxx
ooohhh I like this alot Sue..... feminine and pretty.....
A beautiful card Sue. I love it. xx
Hi Sue,
Well i love this one, i think it makes a big difference the colour combos and background papers you use, love it, so english cottage looking xxxx hugs Vick xxx
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Hello Sue, your cards are so lovely, and look hard to make, but after reading your blog I cannow see how you do it. thanks again for all your help, just found out where I leave comments. hugs Avis, hope you remember me from last week.
Hi Sue
Love the card. I really like the laceing up on it.
Hi Sue
Love the card. I really like the laceing up on it.
Hi Sue,
Very stylish indeed. I agree with you that the micro beads add fab texture. I love using them (which is just as well as I bought 2 pots to save on postage and when they arrived they were much bigger pots than I'd imagined they would be! I thought I'd never use them all, but now I'm not so sure ......!)
Sue xx
Hi Sue,
It's a beautiful card i love everything about it thanks for bringing us lovely cards it's nice to be able to copy them and not find it too hard xx Jean Z
lovely card sue will have a go at lacing ribbon
hugs chris x
Very nice Sue.
Can I ask - is it normal for the tan mat to stick to the pink or raspberry plate plus the embossing folder you feed through the Grand Calibur????? I find it rather annoying.
I never had this problem with my little Double Do-XL although the rubber mat for that is of a different composition.
Hi Sue
Another lovely card, you can never overdo the micro beads, I love them, and the ribbon bow with the flower is just perfect.
Happy Crafting
Jean x
i love the lace up on this one its so different,the flowers look really pretty too
love the colour combo.....the wider spaced lacing is somewhat different.BUT still light & airy. love the flower too. crafty hugs
Like this card more than last months. It's not as busy & distracting. This is more subtle. The colours are really nice on this one. The other colours were nice too, but not all at once as was a bit heavy. These colours & papers really do compliment each other. I like the laced ribbon. I know your limited in what ribbon you can use, but surely cutting it down the middle could work also if you wanted to lace it both ways?! Only saying as an option as you cut other ribbons. I like this one as it is though. Was thinking more of the other.
My son really enjoyed making my Mums birthday card with me this morning whilst his sister was at nursery. I cut dies, stuck decoupage, inked hearts with my stamps, embossed. Seemed to love it!!! Claire xxx
Hi Sue, I think this way of weaving lets the background show through to better advantage. If one only had the wide ribbon, I guess you could always fold it lengthways, and press it to make it narrower for weaving. Anne
Love the colors and the flowers gorgeous
Love this one, the threaded ribbon is fabulous xx
Classy card, laced ribbon is just right!
Su (Soop)
SUPER CARD,LOVE THE PAPERS.SUZYD X
I love this card Sue - and the lace up effects. The background paper is lovely too.
I think that I am starting to fall in love with the shape of the Labels 20 die - it makes a great focal point on the card.
Your messy bow looks fab as usual.
Paula x x x
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