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Wednesday 27 March 2013

Friendship



 Hi guys!  The Ornate squares are the star today.  I really enjoyed playing with this set and the matching stamps from JustRite.  What's not to like when you have a beautifully detailed die set and you can get matching stamps to accessorise so well!  I used a piece of paper from my stash that had a gold design on a dark background.  I covered it with sticky adhesive sheets and then micro beaded it for texture.  I wrapped my cream silky crush around the bottom and put a nice big bow at the bottom.  I finished my bow with a pearl embellishment and two pearl stick pins for accent.  Next I cut two of the large ornate square dies and put them together, but offset the pattern so it looks like it has eight arms instead of just four.  I stamped my matching die from the Ornate Happiness set on soft gold card and clear embossed it.  I cut it out with the matching die and then stamped it one more time.  This time, I hand cut the design around one of the inner lines.  I offset it on the other one, showing the nice edge pattern from it.  I added it to the centre of my card and finished off my focal element by adding some flatback pearls.  I added a double mat of soft gold card and pierced the inner mat.  A really nice card for a dear friend, don't you think!  Finished dimensions are 7" x 8 1/2" in size.  All for now, Sue x



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168 comments:

  1. Pam27 March 2013 at 06:01

    Another stunning card. Love the background. As always yu never fail us, Sue.

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  2. jean.phillips127 March 2013 at 06:02

    Morning Sue, do like the gold on this card but not so sure about the background, maybe a bit dark for me but do love the stamps. Love Jean xxx

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  3. hollyberry27 March 2013 at 06:04

    Hi Sue
    A very classy card with gorgeous colours.

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  4. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 06:06

    GM Sue - like the background and love microbeads.
    Rgs
    Clare W

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  5. Patricia27 March 2013 at 06:08

    Good Morning Sue,
    Love the concept of this beautiful card. For me I think I would use a lighter background.
    You never cease to amaze me with all you brilliant ideas.
    Have a Great Day

    Patricia xxx

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  6. baconbits27 March 2013 at 06:16

    Morning Sue,
    Such an opulant card. Love the black and gold. Micro beads are definately the way to go they are great.
    Your repertoire never ceases to amaze me.
    TFS
    Hugs
    Amanda x

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  7. Lacelady27 March 2013 at 06:16

    Beautiful design Sue, but I'm with some of the others, I think the background is a bit darker than I would have used, even though it's pretty.

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  8. Unknown27 March 2013 at 06:19

    Good morning Sue love this one i really like the gold card that you have used. The back ground really set the dies off. I just wish i could come up with half the ideas that you bring to us. Take care sue xx

    Debs Artliff

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  9. Joesgrandma27 March 2013 at 06:29

    Another beautiful Baroque style card!

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  10. Unknown27 March 2013 at 06:30

    Hi Sue. Love this the topper almost looks like metal, of coiurse that could be the photography. More inspiration you are fabulous

    Hugs n stuff

    Carol B

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  11. Gail27 March 2013 at 06:31

    Good Morning Sue,
    A lovely card , but a bit dark for me also! I'm sure it would look just a good if not better with a lighter background.
    Gail C x

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  12. englishrose89727 March 2013 at 06:32

    Great card sue.

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  13. Chris Curry27 March 2013 at 06:32

    Morning Sue.

    Love watching your shows and this card is lovey. Looking forward to April 9th.

    Take care
    Chris Curry

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  14. CraftyAnn27 March 2013 at 06:33

    This card is beautiful. I did not order this set of dies the 1st time round but when I saw this card on the show, I just had to order them. I hope the postman brings them today as I just cannot wait to have a go at this card. Thanks for all the inspiration, but I don't think the bank manager is very happy. Heaven knows what he will say on the 9th April.
    Take care and happy .

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  15. tracy w27 March 2013 at 06:34

    Hi sue another stunning card love this one thank you for all your ideas Tracy w x

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  16. Anne O27 March 2013 at 06:39

    Hi Sue
    This is a gorgeous card. Your idea of doubling up and offsetting is great. I'm looking at all my dies differently now!
    Best wishes
    Anne O

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  17. Unknown27 March 2013 at 06:39

    Good morning Sue,
    I didn't think I needed these dies, but think they are now on my must have list.... This card is beautiful...,

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  18. Michelle27 March 2013 at 06:43

    Morning Sue, this is a beautiful card for a friend and I love how you have used the different shaped pearls. Another winner Sue.

    Hugs, Michelle E xx

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  19. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 06:45

    My 'puter has been on a "go slow" this last couple of days so today I've been lucky enough to have a triple showing of your wonderful cards...they are all lovely in their own way. Clever you!! Mabex

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  20. TDQ Karen27 March 2013 at 06:48

    I love the sentiment and the card is just beautiful

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  21. Mrs B27 March 2013 at 06:50

    Hi Sue. What a stunning card. So elegant, the rich, dark background with that beautiful soft gold is gorgeous. The ornate squares are on my wish list! Take care.

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  22. Rachel Taylor27 March 2013 at 06:52

    Morning Sue
    Ornate squares is one of my favourite dies , this shows it off beautifully ! Its very striking in these colours .
    Crafty hugs Rachel x

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  23. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 07:00

    Good Morning Sue,
    A lovely card, black and gold is so complimentary, I like the dark cards as much as the light ones.
    Have a great day, snowing here again.
    Michelle(happy2craft)

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  24. BridgetCG27 March 2013 at 07:01

    Hi Sue, I wish I had just an ounce of your creative energy. This card is really beautiful. Bx

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  25. Linda27 March 2013 at 07:10

    what a beautiful card
    hugs Linda

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  26. Nananne27 March 2013 at 07:18

    Love the soft gold in this card, and the way you have offset the squares very pretty!

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  27. lainey27 March 2013 at 07:22

    love those dies Sue!! lainey x

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  28. kimberley27 March 2013 at 07:22

    Love the design of this card Sue but I feel it is just a little bit dark for me,take care,x.

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  29. Patricia Howarth27 March 2013 at 07:25

    Morning Sue, A beautiful card, loving the micro-beaded background card, and the sentiment is just beautiful. Gorgeous, as always.
    Lots of love from Patricia xx

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  30. Unknown27 March 2013 at 07:28

    Beautiful card, very ornate an classy.

    Hugs
    Alice x

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  31. Victoria27 March 2013 at 07:29

    The ornate dies are lovely. I like the gold, but would probably use a lighter background. It probably doesn't photograph well but it does seem very dark. But a very classy card.

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  32. JAO27 March 2013 at 07:31

    Really luv this card, and will be trying something similar

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  33. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 07:31

    Gorgeous card, Sue, just love the microbeaded background - wish it was easier to get the lovely papers you seem to have! Maybe USA?
    Caught a repeat show, v.impressed with tying wide bows - especially on live TV and with no waste of ribbon!! Hats off to you.

    'P' in Wales

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  34. foxyg27 March 2013 at 07:33

    Another stunning card Sue. Well done.

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  35. Linda Simpson27 March 2013 at 07:35

    Good Morning Sue, stunning as always. Loving the colour combination and the fabulous die. The sentiment is beautiful.

    Hugs
    Linda xxx

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  36. Marleine27 March 2013 at 07:37


    Hi Sue,

    Lovely card enjoyed your shows. X

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  37. Rose in Chester27 March 2013 at 07:42

    Good morning Sue,
    What a beautiful card, and you're right - the stamps really enhance the dies.
    Enjoy your day.
    Hugs, Rose

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  38. Marion Bull27 March 2013 at 07:43

    Really love this card, very classy and beautiful.

    Marion Bull x

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  39. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 07:45

    Good Morning Sue. Loving the die and the stamp but sadly the background is just coming across as plain black on my screen.

    Val in Spain xxx

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  40. margaret t27 March 2013 at 07:46

    Morning Sue. what can I say another stunning card. margaret xx

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  41. Carole27 March 2013 at 07:47

    Morning Sue. I love this card, simply stunning (as always).

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  42. auscrafts27 March 2013 at 07:49

    simply beautiful

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  43. CardMaker27 March 2013 at 07:50

    Good morning sue
    Another fantastic card
    Nicky x

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  44. Laura O27 March 2013 at 07:51

    great card ,love the micro beads.Laura O

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  45. Marianne's Craftroom27 March 2013 at 07:54

    Very elegant

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  46. Unknown27 March 2013 at 07:56

    Beautiful as always Sue. Have a great day. Xx

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  47. maxine h27 March 2013 at 07:58

    Morning Sue
    I love todays card, always think black and gold is a lovely combination, I love the soft gold card and use it a lot, and I've ordered this die set and stamps so hopefully it'll be here soon!
    Love maxine xx

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  48. Jane27 March 2013 at 07:58

    They are gorgeous dies....added to my ever lengthening wish list x

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  49. marg27 March 2013 at 08:06

    Hello Sue
    Thanks for the close ups so that my screen shows more details!
    Love the black and gold though, the sentiment is so sweet!
    LoveMarg

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  50. Ecco of Sheffield27 March 2013 at 08:07

    morning Sue
    Although I like the format of today's card I'm afraid it is one that is too dark for me. I do like gold/black but for some reason it's not doing anything for me today.
    As it's snowing here again today it's going to be a lovely crafting day. Bliss!!
    Janet x

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  51. karenlotty27 March 2013 at 08:10

    Lovely I love black & gold together Not as old fashioned as the previous example that I'd commented on

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  52. hazel young27 March 2013 at 08:11

    Stunning card love the gold and black, the sentiments are always lovely too xx hazel

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  53. Donna Jones27 March 2013 at 08:12

    Hi Sue,

    Love it, not too dark for me.

    Donna Jones

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  54. sarah hyett27 March 2013 at 08:14

    A beautiful and elegant card, love the background and the colour scheme is lovely. X

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  55. beachie27 March 2013 at 08:26

    Hi Sue
    A beautiful elegant card. The colours are perfect for it. Just love it all.
    Audrey x

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  56. Hellma27 March 2013 at 08:27

    Great card, love the gold and the stamps.

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  57. Carol Clarke27 March 2013 at 08:32

    Morning Sue
    Another stunning beautiful card, I do like the background with the micro beds, it does give it texture. Love the soft gold and black and your trade mark of a large bow
    Hugs
    Carol x

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  58. Unknown27 March 2013 at 08:35

    Interesting and rich colour scheme. Like mystery look.

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  59. gwen7027 March 2013 at 08:35

    really stunning card Sue

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  60. Anthea27 March 2013 at 08:42

    Good morning Sue, don't know exactly what it is about this card but it just doesn't grab me. Possibly a bit dark although I don't usually mind dark backgrounds. Hugs xx

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  61. Sandybee27 March 2013 at 08:44

    Very dramatic card this morning Sue,
    Brilliant

    xx Sandra

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  62. nancyd27 March 2013 at 08:45

    Morning Sue, a beautiful elegant
    card today don't usually like
    dark colours but I do like this one.
    Nancyd xx

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  63. Ann27 March 2013 at 08:46



    Hi Sue

    Really interesting card today love the dark background. The centre piece is just gorgeous love the offset idea with the die cuts and the black and soft gold sentiment piece very clever love it.

    Hugs Annx without an "e"

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  64. Unknown27 March 2013 at 08:47

    Hi Sue
    Very elegant card but a little dark for me. I love the new stamps with matching dies, really takes everything to the next level.
    Love Jan x x

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  65. Carol H27 March 2013 at 08:50

    A little dark for me but love the concept.

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  66. lydia jordan27 March 2013 at 08:50

    Morning Sue,
    Sorry not sure about this one doesn't grab me as your cards usually do. I do love the centre piece and he sentiment.
    Lydia
    X

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  67. Unknown27 March 2013 at 08:54

    Lovely card from a lovely lady!

    Crafty Hugs
    Heather Rogers xx

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  68. EmmaT27 March 2013 at 08:59

    Morning Sue, another great idea for using the dies, so many idea so little time! Love the colours. Emma

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  69. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 09:00

    I love dramatic cards Sue and this one does it for me. YvonneMayxx

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  70. Annie27 March 2013 at 09:02

    This is gorgeous, Sue, very striking - dark is growing on me! Hugs Annie

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  71. Rosemarie27 March 2013 at 09:08

    Morning Sue, These ornate squares are beautiful and I love the way you have offset them. The sun is shinning here this morning, I wonder how long it will last.

    Love Rosemarie xx

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  72. Jean J27 March 2013 at 09:10

    Another idea for using the dies in unexpected ways - a square becomes a circular design and it looks so good.

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  73. Jess Watson27 March 2013 at 09:13

    Morning Sue, very elegant card today, but like some of the others, a bit too dark for me, good job everyone has different tastes! Take care, Jess x

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  74. Maggie27 March 2013 at 09:14

    Hello. This is a very chic card. Just a bit on the dark side I feel for the sentiment. More appropriate for a guys card maybe. However, great inspiration for the die cutting as always. Thank you. xx

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  75. Shirley T.27 March 2013 at 09:17

    Hi Sue,

    Lovely card especially the gold card - stunning.

    Much love,

    Shirley T. xxx

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  76. ellyscard creatief27 March 2013 at 09:20

    Beautiful card Sue.
    Gr Elly

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  77. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 09:23

    GM Sue, very ornate love it. Must get some of the soft gold card it's beautiful.
    Gilly C

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  78. Eemeli27 March 2013 at 09:32

    That die cut is fabulous! Beautiful card but my mind would like to try this with a Christmas sentiment :)

    Hugs, Eemeli

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  79. nattyboots27 March 2013 at 09:32

    Hie Sue

    I love the background and the stamps , another classic card

    Elaine H X

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  80. nannapat27 March 2013 at 09:32

    Love the design of this card Sue, though the background is a bit dark for me. It does look very elegant and you couldn't find a better theme than Friendship! Pat x

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  81. carol edwards27 March 2013 at 09:33

    Hi Sue a beautiful card and a great sentiment Carol E

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  82. Fieldsend27 March 2013 at 09:36

    Morning Sue, just love the microbeads they just finish a stunning card off. Love the card and also the sentiment. You are a true friend doing all this inspiration for us crsfters.

    Love June
    xx

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  83. Helen27 March 2013 at 09:41

    Stunning as ever. I just love your fabulous bows. I've been having a go at tying the double ones and am finding it asker than using a bow maker so many thanks for that tip.

    Hugs Helen xx

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  84. Fuchsia27 March 2013 at 09:42

    Such a pretty card Sue love the gold !

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  85. mell27 March 2013 at 09:44

    I love this sue! it looks like a die I have but have not used yet. xx

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  86. Crafty Lark27 March 2013 at 09:50

    Gorgeous focal point, love the whole card. xx Flora

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  87. Erica27 March 2013 at 09:52

    GM Sue,
    Another stunner! Love this die.
    Erica x

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  88. Jean Z27 March 2013 at 09:53

    Hi Sue, love the card Jean Z xx

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  89. Sheila - Ginger27 March 2013 at 09:54

    Hi Sue,
    you never cease to amaze me, even your darker cards are stunning.
    Can you tell me which is the best double sided ahhesive paper is to use with the Grand Calibur please?
    Many thanks
    Love Sheila xx

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  90. Aileen27 March 2013 at 09:56

    Very sophisticated!
    I like the look the microbeads give to the background, but I worry that I would soon have none left if I did such big pieces in this way!!!
    Hugs Aileen xx

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  91. Sandra27 March 2013 at 09:58

    Oh Sue, vintage elegance, these are two words that came straight to my mind when I first saw it. It is gorgeous .
    Thank you so much for your endless inspiration !
    I appreciate what you do so very much,
    Huge hugs,
    Sandra xxxx

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  92. Gail27 March 2013 at 09:59

    Beautiful - elegant card with one of my favourite colour combos xx Gail T xx

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  93. Gail27 March 2013 at 09:59

    Beautiful - elegant card with one of my favourite colour combos xx Gail T xx

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  94. Carol S.27 March 2013 at 10:00

    Morning Sue, Not too sure about this one. Love the gold but maybe the background is a bit dark for me. Hugs, Carol S.xx

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  95. Crafty Nanna27 March 2013 at 10:15

    Another great card Sue, I do love the soft gold card it's just so gorgeous

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  96. Lynda's craft's27 March 2013 at 10:17

    Such an elegant card Sue love the gold combo. Hugs Lynda xx

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  97. Marianna Hammer27 March 2013 at 10:19

    Another lovely card today. Love the microbeaded background.

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  98. howdy27 March 2013 at 10:29

    Soft gold is so much classier than miri. I would love to receive a acrd like this. stunning.

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  99. Unknown27 March 2013 at 10:36

    Hi Sue, really like the soft gold card and the layout

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  100. Corinne27 March 2013 at 10:36

    Hi Sue love the soft gold card not as brash as mirri fab card as always hugs Corinne

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  101. Wacki Macky27 March 2013 at 10:37

    Morning Sue.

    Another great card and I love the gold you are using. I have this die set myself so I must give it a try using it in the way you have on this card. I've only used it as a single layer so far.

    Happicraftiness to you, Pearl

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  102. Clare Powell27 March 2013 at 10:48

    Gorgeous card, might have to add those dies to my wishlist.

    Clare x

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  103. Debbie Tinks27 March 2013 at 10:55

    lovely card Sue

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  104. Jackie Calvert27 March 2013 at 11:02

    Goodmorning Sue, As you say, what's not to like! these are stunning dies, and I wish I had them. Be careful in the snow.

    Love Jackie C XXX

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  105. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 11:06

    Hi Sue This card is very rich, love the colour. Take Care Love Michelle S xxx

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  106. Maryann Laursen27 March 2013 at 11:19

    Again such a gorgeous card Sue. You´re truely amazing, that you can keep comming up with all your awesome ideas.
    Have a wonderful Easter everyone and enjoy the holiday with good friends and family around.

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  107. Unknown27 March 2013 at 11:26

    Another microbead miracle! Lovely.
    Diane from Glasgow

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  108. Shahab27 March 2013 at 11:30

    Hi Sue I have to say I simply adore the Ornate Squares Die and this card shows it's potential a very classy card I love the colors you have chosen another amazing card
    thank you for sharing
    Hugs, Shahab xx

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  109. Unknown27 March 2013 at 11:34

    Beautiful card Sue, but then what is new, I don't think you have ever done a card that I haven't liked, you are just so talented, keep it up as eve cryard inspires me... xx

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  110. yorkielass27 March 2013 at 11:43

    Hello Sue, A very dramatic card, not too dark for me. Love the sentiment and how you have offset the pattern. The soft gold card is beautiful to work with will have to stock up again soon.
    Have a great day everyone.
    Hugs June xxx

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  111. The Taming of the Glue27 March 2013 at 11:50

    What a stunning card. See you at Ally Pally!

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  112. Unknown27 March 2013 at 11:55

    Morning Sue, just! Another stunner, love the way you have used the squares.
    Carol.x

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  113. Pat S Witney27 March 2013 at 12:05

    Hi Sue

    The background it a bit to dark for me. However, I loved the overall idea. I love the soft gold card. As I've said before you will have to start bringing paper stashes over from the states.

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  114. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 12:13

    Hello Sue,
    A really gorgeous card, love the sentiment. Your ideas never cease to amaze me they just keep coming and coming, thank you for sharing them with us.
    Best wishes, Brenda Lel

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  115. Craft Addicts - Tracy Evans27 March 2013 at 12:24

    Beautiful card Sue, wonderful details and the background is gorgeous. Love your trademark bow too. Tracy x x

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  116. nzillingworth27 March 2013 at 12:29

    Hi Sue
    This card would do for any occassion, beautiful. I just got into apertures and u go and build one up lol. Smashing layering with very pretty paterns.
    Just rite and spellbinders match made in heaven. But may have found a cheaper way to do it. (More later when perfect one to send you).
    Born agina spellbinder
    Nadine xxx hug
    nzillingworth@hotmail.com

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  117. NURSE NELLY27 March 2013 at 12:29

    HI SUE AND FANS
    WHAT A WONDERFUL OPULENT CARD TO SEND LOVING THOUGHTS TO A FRIEND WHO WALKS ON THE DARK SIDE. I LUV EITHER YOUR GORGEOUS ALL WHITE CARDS OR DARK ONES. THANKS FOR BEAUTIFUL HARD WORK AND PHOTOGRAPHY. SUN IS SHINING NOW. LUV NURSE NELLY XX

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  118. Ita27 March 2013 at 12:40

    Good afternoon Sue another winner I just love the gold,and as you say ,great dies and matching stamps take's it to another level
    Smiles
    Ita

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  119. Sue C27 March 2013 at 12:42

    Lovely card once again, you never cease to amaze me xx

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  120. Snuffy Snoo27 March 2013 at 12:50

    Hi Sue, what an amazing look - you wouldn't automatically realise that you could get that look from that die. Very clever. Love Sam xxx

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  121. CraftyJo27 March 2013 at 12:57

    How is it that you see so much more in a single die than I do??? :) Fabulous card.

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  122. Unknown27 March 2013 at 13:18

    Hi Sue, lovely card with the ornate squares die such a focal point, I agree with some of the other ladies the background a little too dark for me or maybe it's just how it comes out on my pc I cannot see the patterned paper it looks plain black but a great card anyway !
    Hugs
    Jean D

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  123. Unknown27 March 2013 at 13:33

    love this card Sue absolutely stunning,

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  124. Julie Bee27 March 2013 at 13:41

    Hi Sue
    A very nice card although a little dark.

    Hope you and yours are all well.

    Best Wishes

    Julie Bee

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  125. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 13:52

    Hi Sue
    You had better call the doctor I FORGOT to log onto your blog this morning it must be old age catching up lol. Once again you've shown us how amazing our cards look using Spellbinder dies.
    Hugs x
    Heather T

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  126. Jane27 March 2013 at 13:57

    Very opulent and rich, lovely.

    Jane xx

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  127. Pat L27 March 2013 at 14:02

    Hi Sue
    What a beautiful card and I love the black and gold combo, just longing for for your pick of the day in April !!
    Best wishes, Pat

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  128. CraftyCj27 March 2013 at 14:14

    another stunner x

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  129. Trish27 March 2013 at 14:34

    Lovely card, Sue- you never disappoint, always inspire. TFS
    Hugs,
    Trish x

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  130. Kate's Cards27 March 2013 at 14:59

    Very opulent.

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  131. ssn.wht@gmail.com27 March 2013 at 15:01

    Lovely background effect Sue, and more great stamps!

    Thanks, Susan

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  132. Christine B.27 March 2013 at 15:14

    A great card once again. Hugs x ChrisB

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  133. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 15:16

    Hello Sue

    A stunning card

    June x

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  134. Vie Carter27 March 2013 at 15:22

    Lovely card concept today

    would like it lighter for me perhaps lilac or pale pink

    Vie
    x

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  135. Christine27 March 2013 at 15:42

    A formal, elegant card. Beautiful.
    Thank you, Sue
    Christine
    x

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  136. Tres27 March 2013 at 15:42

    Hi Sue. What a gorgeous card !! I love your black embossing on the gold card. This is a wonderful way to use the ornate squares dies. The stamps look lovely to and one of your beautiful bows to finish !! I missed your card yesterday and have just seen it. it is truly Gorgeous too !! I love it all. You are just so clever. I always know I can find something beautiful on your blog when I am stuck for ideas. Please keep your inspiration coming. lots of love from Tres x x x

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  137. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 16:09

    A rich looking card today Sue, but on the dark side for me. Received my "comment" prize today and am thrilled with it. Thanks Sue.
    Val C xx

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  138. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 16:25

    Belinda Raven said...

    Hi Sue, very classy card today. Mr friends would be thrilled if I made them a similar one!

    Hugs, Belinda X

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  139. Barbara27 March 2013 at 16:27

    Beautiful card Sue, that gold card looks lovely!!!

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  140. iggy27 March 2013 at 16:50

    this is why i log on MOST days [ 99.9 % ] .......i have this square die & wouldnt have thought of turning it into a 'round ' shape........please done ever stop blogging OR appearing on our screens

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  141. nikkib27 March 2013 at 16:51

    Love the gold colour, so soft and looks aged and vintage, my fave genre....

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  142. Unknown27 March 2013 at 16:52

    They just keep coming every day another lovely design and the colour of gold so beautiful.

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  144. magpie27 March 2013 at 17:17

    Beautiful card Sue. I do love the soft gold card. Love the dies too. Just gorgeous! xx Love Karen xx

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  146. Hanneke27 March 2013 at 18:06

    Wow, what a stunning card! I love the colors and the microbeads and embossing! Hugs, Hanneke

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  147. Katie-Louise Sweetlove27 March 2013 at 18:22

    Dear Sue
    What an amazing card this is I love the microbeading over the background card. I also love the ornate square turned on its head as you do and shown in a different way.
    Thank you for all your crafting inspiration.
    Best wishes from Katie-Louise sweetlove

    Ps. I loved the shows for the pick of the week thanks for all your hard work you did for them.

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  148. Anonymous27 March 2013 at 18:35

    Hi am a new member and think this card is just stunning...
    traci

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  149. Janice K27 March 2013 at 19:20

    A very ornate and stylish card. Love the effect of off setting the squares. Thank you for highlighting another use for my square dies! x

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  150. MARGARET27 March 2013 at 19:24

    HI Sue
    stunning.
    Margaret l

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  151. AnneRD27 March 2013 at 20:02

    Hi Sue
    A very opulent card. Very pretty.
    Anne in sunny Sydney xx

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  152. Rhonda Miller27 March 2013 at 20:48

    This is gorgeous.

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  153. Glass Daisy27 March 2013 at 20:57

    Hi Sue,
    Today's is a bit dark for me in clour but great in design. Got my card this morning this morning from the 7o'clock show......it's lovely Sue thank you so much. It was the one I was hoping for and is much more tactile than It looked on tv.
    It is the second one I have been lucky enough to receive. May I say Sue, the first one I received last year I thought was lovely......but this one show's both how the dies have become more detailed and dare I say it.....how you have raised your game to use them to best advantage. I am humbled by your imagination and use of the latest dies and cosmic shimmer glitter materials. Thank you.
    Sonia x

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  154. Margaret corgi owner27 March 2013 at 21:24

    Hi Sue
    I really like these stamps and the gold makes the card look so opulant and rich.
    Margaret

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  155. salem27 March 2013 at 21:26

    love color great card

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  156. Unknown27 March 2013 at 21:44

    Hi Sue, Lovely card, as always I love your use of microbeads, I really need to actually get mine out of the pot and use!!

    Happy Crafting
    Jean x

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  157. lucky007527 March 2013 at 22:12

    Hi Sue You have me well hooked on the micro beads and making my own back grounds now LOL
    Les xx

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  158. cmu27 March 2013 at 22:16

    What a gorgeous card - thanks for sharing it.

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  159. Sue Parish27 March 2013 at 23:20

    Hi Sue,
    Super card - and I love the sentiment,
    Sue xx

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  160. Jan.moogie28 March 2013 at 05:54

    Quite a bold card this, stunning as usual Sie x

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  161. Ali B28 March 2013 at 08:58

    Hi Sue,
    Another great card that looks exquisite, love the background.
    Alison x

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  162. aggieosborne110428 March 2013 at 10:49

    Hello Sue,
    Now this is my kind of card!!!! It's intricate beauty mixed with bows and other embellishment, cooked lovingly by Sue Wilson...result is YUMMYLICIOUS! Take care always
    Lots of love, Aggie xxx

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  163. Unknown28 March 2013 at 14:20

    Hi Sue stunning card, I don't no what it is but just something I'm not sure of! But still a beautiful card. Debbie Ravenhill xx

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  164. Craftychris28 March 2013 at 21:41

    Fabulous! xx

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  165. Vick29 March 2013 at 06:07

    What a stunning card, I love the soft gold card and use it often! and those ornate squares will be definitely finding their way into my crafty stash soon I just know it cause they are gorgeous! Hugs lovely lady, Vick xxx
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  166. Leanne29 March 2013 at 12:41

    Very elegant.

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  167. Jacqui aka Morgana30 March 2013 at 21:09

    I just love the effect of the microbeads and you use them to achieve some stunning results Sue. Yet another beautiful card from an extremely talented lady.

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  168. catherine3 April 2013 at 22:10

    This looks beautiful and love the background piece
    x catherine

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