Monday 6 May 2013

You're The Best!

 Hi my crafty friends!  I think this is a bank holiday for you if you are in the UK, so hopefully that will mean a nice crafty day for you!  This card seems exceedingly simple upon first glance.  I have used the Filigree Delight die set once again.  This time, however, I decided to use it in conjunction with the Grateful Lattice background die in a very subtle way.  I picked some Graphic 45 backing paper from my craft stash and then cut my Grateful Lattice out of sheer vellum for just a hint of an overlay on my backing paper.  It is not obvious, it makes you work to see it, but it adds a nice texture for interest.  I use Cosmic Shimmer dries clear glue in the corners of the backing paper, then I wipe it from a dot to more of a smear.  I find that this holds the vellum beautifully and doesn't show.  I decided to leave the edge of the background and add flat back pearls in each of the sections as accents.  Next I cut the Filigree Delight die using the inner oval die out of coconut white card to make a frame.  I added some very small pieces of foam mounting to the back for dimension and added this piece to the centre of my card.  I stamped my sentiment in Black archival ink and cut it out with the smaller tag piece in the set.  I used Tattered Rose Distress ink to lightly ink it for a pretty shadow.  I mounted this piece across the centre of the Filigree Delight focal element.  I tied a messy bow out of Flesh Seam Binding and used some Tattered Rose ink on it to distress it further.  I spritzed it and crumpled it for a shabby chic look.  I tied a piece of white tulle and added my bow on top of it in the corner.  I made a white rose as an accent by following the tutorial at the top of my blog.  I "sugared" it by adding Cosmic Shimmer  dries clear glue with my finger all over it, then dipping it in the Rock Candy Dry Glitter.  I used a glue dot and attached it to the centre of my bow and added two pearl stick pins as accents.  I added a double white mat of coconut white card and using my piercing ruler, I added pierced holes to the inner mat as a frame.  Finished dimensions are 6 1/2" x 7 1/2" in size.  Enjoy your bank  holiday!  All for now, Sue x






184 comments:

Pam said...

Such a beautiful card, very feminine and pretty. love the bow and rose, colours are gorgeous.

Eemeli said...

Stunning creation. Love the soft muted colors and the bow with rose is fantastic!

Hugs from Finland,
Eemeli

cr@fty said...

Good morning Sue
Today's card is so pretty, I must try using vellum with my dies it looks gorgeous. That's a good tip for attaching the vellum, I have bought so many 'vellum glues' but they all show through. I always end up hiding the glue behind a topper or attaching with brads.
Hugs x
Heather T

Unknown said...

Oh! This is gorgeous Sue

Love it all. I love the vellum addition adds a nice soft extra touch and also the net under the bow nice addition.

Crafty Hugs
Heather Rogers xx

Unknown said...

Hi Sue, Today's card is beautiful. I'm loving the way you have used the vellum, you were right I really had to look for it. Very opulent looking card, stunning. I have been away for a couple of days and missed your morning lovlyness! However, I have been through all of the cards and they all stunning. Hope you have a great day crafty hugs Debbie R xx

TonyR said...

an insomnia comment from lil ol me!
stunning card as always by my crafting goddess!!
huge hugs from brighton xxx

Dolly Daydream said...

Morning Sue
Happy Bank Holiday to everyone. I love the colours and the use of velum on this card,not something I would have thought of doing, so once again Sue another great tip for us to try
Hugs Dawn S.

Rose in Chester said...

Good morning Sue,
It's just beautiful - everything about it - the way you've used the grateful lattice, the white rose and the gorgeous bow (I love that seam binding).
Will certainly use more of my vellums now that I know how to attach it without resorting to measures like Heather T.
Weather here is gorgeous sunshine but only 13 degrees Celsius - so no sleeveless outdoor attire just yet for me.
Hugs, Rose x

Carol Clarke said...

Morning Sue
Stunning card today, very feminine and beautiful. Love the layering of the vellum what a lovely idea.
Hope everyone enjoys the sunshine we are expecting today
Hugs
Carol x

Unknown said...

Morning Sue yet again another stunning card it so feminine and i do like the backing paper the you have used. I seam to use this die set all the time. Sue you are such a talented lady you give us so much inspitation. Xx

Debs A

Lara B said...

Good morning Sue
Beautiful card!
Every element is a treat, lovely colour combo and so well put together...as usual!!
Thanks for sharing the hints and tips!
Have a great day
Lara xxx

tracy w said...

Hi sue
another stunning card yes I will be crafting on this very sunny bank holiday Monday you have some great ideas for cards can not wait to see what you have tomorrow thank you Tracy w x

Unknown said...

Hi Sue, lovely design and use of vellum is exciting. Gorgeous card.

Wilma x x x

Unknown said...

Good morning Sue,
This card doesn't look simple at all. I love the color. Great design and classy style like you. Another sunny day in Kent

Mrs B said...

Hi Sue. Stunning card, love every part, the vellum is so subtle but it is a fantastic addition. Thank you for the tip on attaching it, I had the same problem as Heather and Rose, now I will be trying this. Take care.

starcyl said...

This is very stylish and not so simple looking. I do like the way you have used the vellum.
Jenny x

JAO said...

The card looks lovely ,but don't think photos do it justice.

Anonymous said...

GM Sue - just love this - its a must try! No crafting for me today - ironing and gardening await.....It just never ends!!
Rgs
Clare W

Nananne said...

Another beautiful card, the filigree dies are gorgeous , love the use of the vellum it gives a very soft and interesting texture
also the rose and ribbon makes it very feminine.

MRS DUCK said...

Good morning Sue and everyone.

Another smasher. I love the background paper. I always shy away from vellum but perhaps I should give it a go.
Enjoy the sunshine today folks. X

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
Lovely card- I always struggle with vellum as I'm never really sure what to do with it. Now I know. It looks fab on this card. Thank you.
Beverley W

kimberley said...

Another lovely girlie card Sue-very simple but effective,Any chance of getting some more male orientated cards as I could do with some inspiration on those lines,take care,x.

Anonymous said...

Such a pretty card Sue - love the way you have used the vellum. It has given me more of an idea of how to use it now. Thank you for your wonderful ideas and inspiration. YvonneMayxx

Unknown said...

Hi Sue,

Yet again another beauty!

Lisa x

Unknown said...

Hi Sue
Beautiful and feminine, love the vellum overlay, it is so subtle.
love Jan x x

Lacelady said...

Inspired use of vellum for a different 'texture' - such a pretty card, and I love that die!

Ann said...



Hi Sue

Gorgeous gorgeous card love the way you have used the vellum over the background paper so pretty yet another stunning card. Thankyou for all your inspiration.

Hugs Annx without an "e"

Patricia said...

Good Morning Sue,
I really LOVE how you have used the vellum on this card.
A stunner as always, love the colour and the whole design
Have a Great Day

Patricia xxx

melanie said...

Stunning card sue love the colours must try vellum .Melanie

jean.phillips1 said...

Morning Sue, Happy Bank Holiday Monday to you, for once the sun is shining here on a Bank Holiday! Beautiful card today, love the use of vellum and the rose is gorgeous. Love Jean xxx

beachie said...

Hi Sue
The sentiment describes this card perfectly. It is so beautiful and the vellum is perfect. Love it
Audrey x

TDQ Karen said...

Such a pretty card, love the muted effect through the vellum xx

sarah hyett said...

Such a lovely pretty card today, love the colours. Hopefully going to enjoy the lovely sun this bank holiday with friends while celebrating our 13th wedding anniversary. Have a great day everyone. X

Jackie T said...

Hi Sue today's card is gorgeous. I haven't used vellum much at all but I will have a go now. Enjoy the bank holiday everyone. Jackie

Donna Jones said...

Hi Sue,
Beautiful card, love how the vellum mutes the dp, but the die cuts let some come through. Loving your bow too.
Dona Jones

Anonymous said...

Good Morning Sue. So love that lattice die. The bow and the rose are a delight. Thankyou for yet another beautiful card.

Hope you are enjoying your stay in USA.

Love Val in Spain xxx

englishrose897 said...

Good morning Sue, today's card is so beautiful. Have a great day Sally x

Rosemarie said...

Morning Sue, A beautiful card I love the filigree frame, and the vellum gives a beautiful smoky look behind it.

Love Rosemarie xx

Carol S. said...

Hi Sue, Love the colours of the backing paper. Very pretty card. Hugs, Carol S.xx

Sue Parish said...

Such a pretty card, love the colours and the subtle vellum. Absolutely gorgeous.
Have a beautiful day,
Sue xx

Ecco of Sheffield said...

morning Sue
Would you believe we have a beautiful sunny and warm morning here and it's a bank holiday!!!!!
I love the format of today's gift but not quite sure of the colour scheme would like to try it out in different colours. I bought the lattice die and had it delivered only this last week so I will definitely be playing. I really like vellum as an overlay it creates a magic view and tones down any harsh colours.
Janet x

marg said...

Good Morning Sue!
The Lattice is so delicate, but its beautiful Sue!
I don't have that Die... but never mind I will adapt.
Lovely card Sue!
LoveMarg

alimecca said...

Hi Sue
Very beautiful and feminine card today. Love the way you have used the vellum. I wish my roses looked like yours!

lainey said...

love the way you have used the vellum Sue!! lainey x

Jane said...

I absolutely love these flowers they look so beautiful, I've made loads of them put them in a box for later lol.
very pretty card today.

Jane xx

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Stunning. Love that filigree design

Sandybee said...

Another gorgeous creation, I love using vellum with the dies and folders

xx Sandra

Unknown said...

I love the colours on here Sue, its simply stunning! Thanks for starting the Bank Holiday off so beautifully.
Hugs Hayley x

Rachel Taylor said...

Thank you for the nice words Sue , we do love a bank holiday !
This card is stunning ,the colours remind me of ice cream !
Crafty hugs Rachel x

karenlotty said...

Love it I have the lattice die (yeh!) Used it once in an aperture card Loved the effect but then didn't know what else to do with it Will def try wiv vellum Ooh! Might try fading out a background (I'm a cd crafter) and overlaying it on a darker version of the same background...

Anonymous said...

Good Morning Sue,
A really pretty card this morning, love what you have done with the vellum, gives a lovely soft effect.
Sun is shining today, hope everyone has a lovely Bank Holiday Monday.
Michelle(happy2craft)

Sandra F said...

It's a beautiful card Sue. xx

BridgetCG said...

Hi Sue, another beautiful card, really like the idea of the parchment being die cut, fab colours. Bx

nuttinanni said...

what a beautiful card, not too elaborate but stunning all the same. One flower just finishes it off perfectly. Cherylx

Marion said...

Hi Sue really like the lattice die will have to go on the never ending list of wants.i like the colour too bit differant.
Marion H

Anonymous said...

Pretty, Pretty GORG-E-OUS, Pretty FAB-U-LOUS, Pretty WON-DER-FUL I like it!!! Can you Guess? Mabex

Jan.moogie said...

Wow Sue, a lot of work has gone into making this card and it is stunning. The rose on the floppy bow and net is fab.xx

Uta said...

Your card is so beautiful. I love the color and dies and the big bow with the flower looks so fantastic.
Hugs, Uta

Marion Bull said...

Such a beautiful card today. The vellum adds something special and I love the colours. Thank you Sue
Marion xx

Patricia Howarth said...

Morning Sue, Love it, Love it, Love it, the subtleness of the vellum, over the patterned backing paper, is so beautiful. The backing paper is gorgeous, and the die-cut really complements, and the rose and bow etc are so pretty. I love it.
Lots of love from Patricia xx

Victoria said...

The vellum background is subtle but so effective. I love the colours today, and the flower is stunning. Beautiful card.

Cazann49 said...

Hi Sue, this is a beautiful, pretty card. I love the colours and the way you've used the vellum. As you say, very subtle but effective. have a great day xxx

yorkielass said...

Hello Sue, Absolutely beautiful, very pretty and feminine. Love the soft colours and the delicate vellum overlay, thanks for the tip to attach it, I will use it more thanks to you. The flower and bow are divine and need to get the Filigree Delight dies they are gorgeous. Thanks for your kind Bank Holiday wishes Sue, have a lovely time with your Mom, hugs to both of you.
Happy Bank Holiday Monday everyone, enjoy the sunshine!!!!
Hugs June xxx

Maggie said...

Good morning. What a beautiful card for a very beautiful day. Thanks for the vellum glue tip, I'll certainly try that. xx

Anonymous said...

Simply lovely, Sue.

'P' in Wales

granny sue said...

Hi Sue. Gorgeous card. Loving the colours and the rose is perfect. I must keep practising. SueL

lydia jordan said...

Hi Sue,
Stunning, love it all the use of the vellum and the colours are just lovely.
Have a good day.
Lydia
X

Fieldsend said...

Morning Sue, lovely card again today and love the way you have used the vellum . Card very apt because you are The Best. Have a good day.

Love June
xxx

hotpotato said...

Lovely card Sue, yes I'll be card making today and then enjoy my coffee sitting in the sun in the garden.

gwen70 said...

todays card is so pretty, love the colours and the flower and bow are gorgeous

JJ said...

How beautiful this looks with the vellum in the background, love the idea Sue. Another summery card with the pastel colored background, very feminine.

Love Jacquie J xxx

EmmaT said...

Morning Sue, beautiful card, love the velum border and colours. Emma

Clare Powell said...

Beautiful card, love the ribbon and flower.

Clare x

Lynne M said...

Hi Sue, a beautiful girlie card. Just love the effect of the vellum. Lol Lynne M x x x

hollyberry said...

Very feminine,subtle and beautiful card today.Also very springlike.My favourite flower has burst open in the garden-apple blossom- so feeling that spring has arrived here in Somerset with the sun shining as well.Have a wonderful Bank Holiday everyone.

Joanne K said...

Morning Sue, such a pretty card today. I like the use of vellum, however, on first inspection I thought maybe it was wax paper. I have vellum amongst my stock but never use it maybe I will get it out and have a play. Kind regards Joanne K x

Marianna Hammer said...

This is a lovely card. Feminine, subtile and pleasant. I love it :)

Crafty Nanna said...

absolutely beautiful, gorgeous card Sue. Have a great day.

Christine Hussey said...

Stunning Card Sue, very delicate colours and love the use of the vellum, must have a go. Enjoy your day, hugs Christine H xx

Unknown said...

Morning Sue, such a beautiful card, love the way you have used the vellum. These dies are on my wish list (that grows by the day. haha).
Thanks again for all your inspiration.

Happy crafting
Chrissie x x x

fame01 said...

sue love this card very soft looking colours very fresh looking..you could do a lot of colour combos with this as well// stunning .. hugs sarah xx

Unknown said...

Absolutely stunningly gorgeous x

Marleine said...


Morning Sue,

Beautiful card. The whole of it so soft and feminine.

Especially love the way the flower is nested in the ribbon.x

Jess Watson said...

Morning Sue, lovely card, I really like the use of vellum on the card thanks for the tip about attaching it to the card. Hope you have a great day, take care, Jess x

hazel young said...

Another stunning card Sue, love the rose and colours you have used xx hazel

Joanne2403 said...

oh so pretty, what lovely card, I have been playing with the idea that I need the lattice spellbinder die.... no more playing, I do NEED it very much lol.......
Vellum always adds a touch of class, tfs Sue :P

Joanne2403 said...

oh so pretty, what lovely card, I have been playing with the idea that I need the lattice spellbinder die.... no more playing, I do NEED it very much lol.......
Vellum always adds a touch of class, tfs Sue :P

nattyboots said...

What a stunner i love it all,especially your bow { how do you do it } you are a true inspiration.

Elaine H X

Unknown said...

What a gorgeous delicate card. Love it Sue
hugs n stuff
Carol B

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue What a beautiful card for a lovely Bank Holiday and I love the colour combo. These lattice dies from Spellbinders are brill....I cannot stop using them! Take Care Love Michelle S xxx

Pat S Witney said...

Hi Sue
today's card looks gorgeous, lovely soft muted colours. Thanks for the tip regarding attaching the vellum. vellum glues never work. How can you say that one of your cards is a simple one. Their's no such thing with your cards Sue. Does you fabulous stash of paper come from Sue?. if not, how come I never seem to find any fab papers like yours. we are very hard done by in the Oxfordshire area.

Sheila - Ginger said...

Morning Sue,
Such an elegant card this morning, love the muted colours too. Hope you are still enjoying your time in Florida with your lovely Mum. Thankfully, at last, the weather is being really kind to us, especially, as you said, it's a Bank Holiday here.

Love Sheila xx

Anonymous said...

Very pretty card today. Adore the colours. The messy bow and rose finish it off beautifully.
JazzaC x

redfox said...

Morning Sue, I do so look forward to seeing your card every morning! You always inspire me, my only complaint is that I want all the dies you use but the budget wont stretch that far!! Another stunner again today. Do you really read all the comments that people leave? Must take a while as so many of us love you!! Look forward to tomorrow's creation.... love Sarah

Disco Queen said...

Wow Sue! I love the soft colours & use of vellum.

Unknown said...

Such a pretty card. I love the colours and bow & rose. Another beautiful creation.
Hugs Sue x

baconbits said...

Morning Sue - Simply Stunning, a very pretty and feminine card. With the delicate vellum you have to look real hard to see - bet this is just amazing up close and personal.
The sentiment sums up what we all think of you -" You're the Best".
TFS
Hugs
Amanda x

Gail said...

Stunning - stunning card and I wouldn't have thought of using velum with the lattice die as I would have expected it to tear which is why we look at your blog for all your inspiration - I also luv the filigree die set and me thinks this may be another one for my wish list (which gets longer each day)!! xx GailT xx

Janice said...

Such a beautiful card John, I love the bow detail so feminine. Janice

Kate's Cards said...

Very pretty. Love the colours.

Maryann Laursen said...

Awesome card here again Sue. I love the paper, you´ve used behind and together it again makes a perfect look. Stunning work as always hun.

Janice K said...

I love the colours in this card and the messy bow and flower are divine. x

Unknown said...

My goodness Sue, I'm not out of bed and you have 100 comments already!!! Beautiful card, I love the way you have cut the vellum to use as an overlay on the background. Very unusual and a lovely effect. Hope you are having a great time and yes, a crafty day for us today, and a visit to the gym probably in order after my lie in lol! Maddy x

Jackie Calvert said...

This is beautiful, the bow and rose took my breath away. I really like the use of the vellum too.
No crafting for me till I've done some cleaning, I'm afraid I've put it off too long.
Take care now, love Jackie C. XXX

Jean Z said...

The card is very lovely and the background looks stunning i must try it love Jean Z xx

Shirley T. said...

Hi Sue,

Gorgeous card - love it.

Much love,

Shirley T. xxx

Tres said...

Hi Sue. A beautiful card using beautiful colours !! I love the look of the filigree delights dies. The vellum looks great too !! I am not too sure about the messy bow but your rosé is gorgeous. Happy crafting to all love Tres x x x

SusanP, Kent said...

It's a lovely day today and another of your beautiful creations to enhance it! The vellum overlay adds subtle interest(initially I thought you'd embossed the background paper with the die). Delightfully feminine in pretty colours.
Sue

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chris Linnett said...

I have to work today x your card is a bank holiday winner ! Hugs x Chris

Leanne said...

Awesome!

howdy said...

delicious!

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deniseann said...

Hi Sue , What a pretty card I like
the delicate colour. Very girlie!!

weefortune said...

Stunning!!! Love this die Set

BW Elaine

Lesley sinclair said...

Hi sue this is a lovely card and I love how you've used the vellum,I have some vellum in my stash but very rarely use it so must get it out and play. It's a lovely day here in London going to be warmer later so digging out h BBQ yeah!! Love Lesley x

Unknown said...

Beautiful Sue, the vellum looks great like that , very subtle. Fantastic weather here in the UK for a bank holiday the sun is out, but I am working, whats new...!!!! xxx

Unknown said...

Hi Sue
Stunning card, very pretty and fresh.
Margaret L

Anonymous said...

Sue
Wonderful card - love the idea of the vellum - very soft and would make a lovely accent for any backing paper ... my mind is whirring. Need some of the rock candy glitter.
Thanks for the inspiration.
Regards
Caroline MacH

Meg Owen said...

I think this is my all time favourite card Sue.
Just love it all.

Margaret O
xxx

iggy said...

happy May day bank holidays to you. Oh how i wish someone would send me such a divine creation as that.......beautiful...stunning...so pretty yet not sickly as sometimes for me pretty can be OTT.this isnt......many thanks sue for that.

Lynda's craft's said...

Wow what a beautiful card it's stunning love the colour it's so pretty. Thank you Sue for another lovely creation.
Hugs Lynda xx

Debbie Tinks said...

Lovely card Sue.nice colours x

CaronP28 said...

This is a gorgeous card Sue, love everything about it - especially the colours. xx

Sue B said...

Another wonderful card Sue especially like the colours, very summery.

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Laura O said...

this is a stunning card ,love this die and the vellum is really pretty behind.The rose is fab!!!Laura O

Snuffy Snoo said...

Hi Sue, what a lovely card!! Such a clever idea to use the vellum in that way....don't know why I've never thought of that! Love Sam xxxx

ssn.wht@gmail.com said...

Love the effect with the velum overlay Sue - really pretty card. Thanks, Susan

hazel said...

Good Morning Sue
That die is Absolutely Stunning and you have made a stunning card with it. Also love the colours you have used. Have a great day Sue
Take care
hazel G

Jackie Meechan said...

Beautiful. What can I say.

Hugs

CraftJacq

jeffrey bubbles said...

Simple but effective today. I really like this card especially the bow. Kathy xxxx

Unknown said...

Very beautiful card.Really like the effect created by using the vellum overlay.Stunning.
Helen Bx

Unknown said...

Hi Sue, A beautiful, feminine card love the colour the vellum and the dies love everything . Thanks sue for the inspiration you give us all .
Best wishes to you and mum
Hugs
Jean d

Nanna Tina said...

Hi Sue
Just beautiful, the sun is out today so been in the garden, but must finish cards for Ryan before Thursday.
Happy crafting
Love Tina x

nikkib said...

Such a beautiful card Sue... the bow and rose in the bottom left corner are gorgeous... x

Jill Liddle said...

Very pretty card.

sued99 said...

This is lovely. I love how the vellum makes it look softer and maybe more feminine.

Ita said...

Hi Sue stunning,the velum gives a lovely look,and the glower with the rock candy glitter gives the rose a very delicate look.
Thanks for the inspiration,hi to your Mom.
Smiles
Ita

CraftyJo said...

Such a lot of lovely details again on this beautiful card.

nancyd said...

Hi Sue, a beautiful card really like
the velum cut out like this never thought
of doing it must try it and your background paper is lovely.
Nancyd xx

3362Jan said...

Hi Sue. Lovely sunny day in the U.K.today,yay. Just love this card. love the use of vellum. TFS.Hugs. 3362 Jan.x

Pat L said...

Hi Sue
Wow lovely card and I really like the vellum cut with the grateful lattice die.
Best wishes, Pat

TOB said...

Beautiful card. Lovely vellum overlay.Hope you are all enjoying the sunshine.xx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue - 'You're the Best' Beautiful card and I love the vellum addition.
Val C xx

Gail said...

Hi Sue, love the card and thanks for the brilliant tip on how to attach velum.
Gail Cx

salem said...

wooow card beautifull

Rhonda Miller said...

What a lovely card.

Paper Junkie said...

I love the vellum over the patterned paper. Very clever. X

Anonymous said...

Really do like the use of vellum and love the rose.
Susan x

Jan said...

This is another stunner Sue xx Jan

Anonymous said...

Simply beautiful

Mol x

Shazza said...

very pretty card, love it x

Unknown said...

Hello Sue

Oh how I wish I had a crafty day today - instead I was making mini donuts at my niece's birthday party!

Loving this card - would never have thought of putting a velum overlay on a card but it does at that bit extra.

Loving the colour too.

Diana

Carol H said...

Beautiful card love the soft colours and that bow is just gorgeous.

Cazzie D said...

Very beautiful card Sue. The messy bow looks amazing.

Erica said...

Hi Sue,
Lovely card in very pretty colours. Love this die.
Erica x

Brakkers said...

Beautiful card, Sue, so feminine and dainty and wonderful use of vellum in the background, though I DO think you are taunting me with that gorgeous die that I am wanting.

Anne from Leighton Buzzard

Anonymous said...

Hello Sue,
Rather late today have had a lovely manic family weekend had all our grand children here (six) and parents - Its been great!

Todays card is beautiful love the colour and the vellum gives it look very feminine look. Just love it all.
Best wishes Brenda Lel

maxine said...

Stunning card Sue x

Trish said...

Hi Sue,

Gorgeous card, really like seeing you use vellum. It gives another layer, but without great depth, which is needed these days when posting. TFS
Hugs,
Trish x

Tina said...

Hi Sue

I have only been blogging for a week and each day have said your cards are elegant, beautiful and stunning and today's card is all of the above, the colours,the dies, rose, bow stick pins and the use of the vellum gorgeous. Every card is a work of art and I look forward to seeing your cards every day.

Thanks Sue :-)

Kind regards

Tina x

Unknown said...

One of my favorite dies. Beautiful card. Lovely girlie summery colour.

jane gray said...

Sue

Stuning card, loving the colours

Take care
Janex

Vie Carter said...

Lovely day weather wise here today Sue

Great card today, lovely design

Vie
x

Kiraneries said...

Hi Sue, a beautiful card. I like the velum lattice gives it a soft look, really lovely.

Tandy said...

Hi Sue
What a lovely card loved the vellum touch. I haven't been very well so have missed your lovely cards but managed to look back on the ones I missed.

Linda Simpson said...

WOW what a stunner of a creation Sue. Love how you always bring something different to show us and different techniques and styles. Great inspiration too.

Hugs
Linda xxx

Katie-Louise Sweetlove said...

Dear Sue
What a very pretty card this is with all the subtle layers it has. The vellum looks so pretty die cut with the grateful lattice die and adds more beauty to the background to the filigree frame die and sentiment on the tag piece in the centre. I was sure on first looking at this card that you had used microbeads on the background paper but you don't mention them so I assume it must be the background papers' design.

I've had a lovely day making cards using my Spellbinder dies and Grand Calibur I've made 7 small cards but I took my time and thought a lot about each one and they were only simple cards nothing very fancy and certainly not up to your standards, but I enjoyed myself.
It was too hot to sit out for me but I sat in the lounge with the back door open and crafted with the sunshine and breeze coming in a lovely day.

I hope you had a good day too.

Best wishes from Katie-Louise Sweetlove

Karen K said...

Love the colours and the addition of velum. Subtle but very effective. Lovely

Karen x

carol edwards said...

Hi Sue lovely card, very pretty. Like how you have used the vellum and the info on glue

Carole Z said...

Hi Sue, this is gorgeous! It's been a beautiful bank holiday here for a change! Carole Z xx

SHARICA said...

Wow .. Love the colours, Very Pretty :)

Cheryl said...

Very Pretty. You get a lot of mileage out of Filigree Delight - such pretty cards with it. I think that's a set I'm going to have to pick up.

Ali B said...

Hi Sue,
What a lovely card. The vellum gives it another depth. I aways wondered what I could use it for will give it a go now. Thanks for the confidence and ideas.
Alison x

Unknown said...

One of my favourites! I just need to find that lattice die very frustrating trying to get hold of it!
I just love the whole thing.
Take care of you
Maggie Hugs

magpie said...

This is so so pretty Sue. What a great idea to remind us that we can use our vellum for that beautiful "soft focus" look. Loving the colours, the rose and the stunning bow too! Spent some with my mum and dad, (yesterday now) and had fish and chips for tea! They keep going at 84 and 82, they're an inspiration at their ages. Hope you're still having a great time with your family and that you're having the same beautiful sunshine there too! xx Love Karen xx

Lynn (delphinoid) said...

Absolutely Gorgeous!!!

I love everything about it, the colours, the dies, the bow etc.

Hope you had a lovely Bank Holiday.

Happy Crafting!!! :) X X

Hanneke said...

Wow, I love that overlay on the gorgeous DP. Hugs, Hanneke

Unknown said...

Just peachy!
Diane from glasgow

Kelly D said...

Beautiful card creation as always, I love the net under the bow and that rose in the center of it beautiful.
Kelly x

nzillingworth said...

HO SUE
STUNNING CARD,MORE LACE THE BETTER FOR ME. tHE FLOWER IS THE AMAZING FINISHING TOUCH WONDERFUL
BORN AGAIN SPELLBINDER
NADINE HUG XXX

Wacki Macky said...

Love the way you've used the velum on this card and the subtle colours are fantastic Sue,

Craftihappiness to you, love from Pearl

Unknown said...

Hi sue
What can I say perty perty perty
Love it the colours a beautiful combined with the dies the
Graphic 45 papers are so nice x