Monday 23 September 2013

Lacey Tiers Stained Glass

Hi bloggers!  I just wish you could see this one in person as it is so pretty!  I love the pop of the glittered window against the black and white, it really does look like a stained glass window.  I used the Filigree Corner dies designed by Becca Feeken for Justrite stamps and cut four of them out of black card.  I glued them in the corners of my white card.  Next I cut one of the Lacey Tier dies out of black card.  I glued the frame on the diagonal in the middle of my corners.  I cut a piece of coconut white card large enough to accommodate the circular part of the die.  I covered the piece with a sticky self adhesive sheet. I peeled the backing paper off and placed my die cut on it.  I made sure that it was completely stuck down by placing the release paper back over it and rubbing well.  Next I used the Lilac, Lavender, Iced Blue and the Vintage Violet polished silk glitter and sprinkled it randomly over the exposed sticky sheet.  I used my finger to rub it smoothly into the sticky areas around the die cut.  This also blends the glitter nicely.  I tapped off the excess and wiped off any glitter left on the die cut.  I trimmed the excess away from around the circle and added mounting foam to the back.  I mounted it in the centre of my card.  I added a double black mat with a pierced inner mat layer to complete my card.  No sentiment this time as I think it could be used for just about anything.  I really liked the way this one came out, I hope you do too!  Finished dimensions are 8" x 8" in size.  All for now, Sue x






151 comments:

Pam said...

Gorgeous, reminds me of our Cathedral Rose window.

Anonymous said...

Nice card, Sue, makes me think of Big Ben. That really is one super die.

'P' in Wales

Unknown said...

Good morning Sue,
This card is beautiful. It was great seeing you,yesterday at the Ally Pally, you look fab, nice necklace... You must be exhausted. Cheers

kitty davies said...

Morning Sue
lovely card good for any church ceremony, or red and yellow sunset
thank tou take care Kitty

nancyd said...

Morning Sue, a very pretty card and lovely colours,
just had a peek at yesterdays it is fantastic
did't manage to check in yesterday
but that is just my kind card. Hope you
had a good time at Ally Pally.
Nancyd xx

Jan.moogie said...

Gorgeous card Sue,the stained glass window effect really works for me.xx

baconbits said...

Morning Sue
As you say this is fabulous in real life, saw it Saturday and it really pops and sparkles.
This works for me.
Hope you get a rest today.
TFS
Hugs
Amanda x

Anonymous said...

Hi sue
Stunning card love everything about this card thank you Tracy w x

Unknown said...

Hey Sue, hope Ally Pally was a success. Saw this when you demoed it on C+C its even better close up.
Hugs n stuff
Carol B

Lacelady said...

Oooh I love the pretty colours - and I have two corner dies on their way to me. I don't have the central die, but I'm sure I could substitute one. Once again, thanks for the idea - you still amaze me at how you come up with them.

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
A beautiful card, love the glitter. Hope you had a good time Ally Pally.
Beverley W

Debs A said...

Morning Sue its gorgeous card i adore this one it fitting for any church occasion. Love it sue xx

Debs A

Anonymous said...

GM Sue - love this - it's a must try!
Rgs
Clare W

cr@fty said...

Good morning Sue
I loved this card when you demo'd it on C&C. I have done a similar technique using a peel off but you are able to do so many different shapes your way thanks for the idea.
Hugs x
Heather T

Unknown said...

Good morning Sue. Yes I do .. It's truly like a drained glass window. I like the dies too. Must use this technique again as it has been a long time.xx

Lisa said...

Morning Sue
Another lovely card. I saw you demo it on C&C. The stained glass window is so effective.
Lisa x

Jackie T said...

Good morning Sue today's card is gorgeous I saw you demo it on C&C and I was lucky enough to see it yesterday at Ally Pally. I was so pleased to meet you and really chuffed when you recognised me from the blog. I hope you get some rest today. Love Jackie

Rachel Taylor said...

Thae filigree corner dies look so good when cut out . I love this card ,its very striking !
Crafty hugs Rachel x

Rosie said...

I really liked this demo on Create and Craft and it looks super on your blog. Becca Feenen is avery talented designer - as you are.

JJ said...

Morning Sue,

I love this card, watched you demo it on your show, I absolutely LOVE stained Glass windows so this is brilliant, make a great card for any occasion and any gender.

Love & Hugs

Jacquie J xxx
http://jewelscardcraft.blogspot.co.uk/

Unknown said...

Such a lovely card. I really like the stained glass window effect. Another die on my wish list!
Hugs Sue x

Nanna Tina said...

Hi Sue
I love those corner dies and the stained glass effect is stunning.
Hope you had a great weekend at Ally Pally.
Happy crafting
Love Tina X

Liz said...

lovely card, one more techniquee to add to the list to try out.

Maryann Laursen said...

Soooo beautiful Sue. I really love the look of the stained glass behind there, sooo gorgeous, and I can easily imagine, it looks much better in real life than the picture shows.

Patricia Howarth said...

Morning Sue, A beautiful card, loving the stained glass effect, and the gorgeous corner die-cuts.
Lots of love from Patricia xx

carol edwards said...

Hi Sue beautiful card, the background is like the sun shining through in church with window x

Rosemarie said...

Morning Sue, Saw this one on your show, it s fantastic. Hope Ally Pally went well.

Love Rosemarie Fishlock xx

petula simpson said...

Hi Sue, hope you had a great time at Ally Pally. Yet another fabulous card, love it.
Pet x

MRS DUCK said...

Good morning Sue and everyone
Gorgeous card. Saw this on TV and thought it was fab then.
Have a great day.
Ang x

Rose in Chester said...

Good morning Sue,
I'm running out of superlatives here.... this card is another fab one and I fully agree about the "no sentiment" - I find it difficult to add a sentiment on quite a lot of my cards due to lack of room (don't ask why)... In any case, people can write their sentiments on the inside!
Hugs, Rose

englishrose897 said...

Morning Sue. This is a great card. Have a wonderful day. Sally x

Ecco of Sheffield said...

morning Sue
Today's gift is certainly majestic. A really beautiful rose window. The dies are stunning and the colours in the glitter so beautiful.
I defy anyone not to love the completed gift and as you say can be used for any occasion and for any gender.
Hope you are having a reasonable week after your hectic week-end. Looking forward to seeing you on our screens at the end of the week!
Janet x

karenlotty said...

Very striking & suitable for so many occasions inc Christmas (sorry to say the "C" word but it is fast approaching I'm going to give this a go with a medallion die

TDQ Karen said...

Loved this when you demo'd it and it looks fantastic, so striking xxx

Unknown said...

Hi Sue, fabulous card for many occasions the dies are so intricate and the glitter just sets them off , beautiful.
Thanks Sue
Hugs Jean D

gwen70 said...

Stunning Sue, love the look of stained glass

alimecca said...

Hi Sue
Even though I'm not a black fan, I really do like this one! The centre looks just like a Rose Window in a Cathedral and would also look stunning in really bright colours. Hope you had a good time at Ally Pally and are not too tired.

TOB said...

Lovely dies, great layout as always. hugs x

sarah hyett said...

A fabulous card. Love the stain glass effect. Sarah h

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue - this card is a reminder of the window at Ally Pally and how wonderful it was to watch your demos (especially being lucky enough to come home with one!) Have now found the Secret Garden stamp on the internet so I am looking forward to doing the fire and ice version of your beautiful white on white card you had on the stand.You worked so hard on Saturday and I expect yesterday was just as busy so hope you have a very relaxing day.
YvonneMayxx

Victoria said...

This card really did look lovely on TV, you could see the shimmer properly, but your photos do a good job too! Great technique again.

Glenharon said...

Good morning Sue,
What a stunning card and being a fan of stain glass windows i can just imagine the effect that it projects. Normally i am not really a black fan, but the black shows off the "stain glass" beautifully.
Hope you had a great time at the Ally Pally and recover from the toils of it quickly.
Love and crafty hugs
Norah

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
I saw this on your table on Saturday and asked you how it was made. I'm so pleased to have the instructions now. I can have a go!
Thank you for sharing.
Veronique L

camelot67 said...

Good Morning Sue,

I have to agree with everyone so far the stain glass window effect works so well. Fortunately I have just purchased the Lacey Tiers and Filigree Corner dies and am really looking forward to playing with them. Thanks for sharing and hope you enjoy the rest of your day.
Margaret A.

Unknown said...

Hi Sue, saw this card on saturday at your stand and thought wow , so pleased to see it on your blog explained. Hope you manage to get some rest after AP. Lol lynne m x x x x

Fieldsend said...

Morning Sue, such a beautiful and stunning card. Love the stain glass window effect. Hope you had a great time at Ally Pally. Have a great day.

Love June
xxx

marg said...

Hello Sue
Before Spellbinders I had lots of Jayne Nestorenko medallion stamps, and used her H2os to colour..I was wondering if this would be the same effect, until my Dies arrive that is !
Love this card Sue, and leaving the bits in part.
Lovely card as usual!
Love Marg

hollyberry said...

Loved this card when you showed on C&C and it looks even better close up.Hope that you had a lovely time at Ally Pally.

Marion said...

Hi Sue love this card .i liked it when you showed us how to do the window on your tv show.
have a good rest today ,you deserve it.
Marion H

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Beautiful, really shines and shimmers

Mac Mable said...

Clever technique and very intricate looking card x

Mrs B said...

Hi Sue. This is a gorgeous card. I loved the demo you did on C&C too. So versitile and can change the colours to suit. Fantastic. I am sure you are exhausted after Ally Pally so I hope you have time to get some rest! Take care.

lydia jordan said...

Morning Sue.
Stunningly beautiful. Looks even better than it did on the tv. Sounds like you had a great weekend at Apply Pally, bet you are ready for a rest today.
Lydia.
X

Ann said...


Hi Sue

Absolutely gorgeous card I watched you demo this on C&C fabulous I got the lacey tiers now need the corners so so pretty dies.
Take care and recover after your very busy show.

Hugs Annx without an "e"

Carol Clarke said...

Morning Sue,
WOW I just loved you showing this card on C & C and I had to buy the dies which arrived at the weekend. Just about ready to have a go. Hope Ally Pally went well, sorry I couldn't be there.
Hugs Carol x

Eemeli said...

Very effective look. Love the symmetry.

Hugs,
Eemeli

Sandy G said...

Hi Sue

A very dramatic card. Gorgeous colours. Good to see the old techniques coming back in fashion. Thank you for sharing.

Gail said...

Morning,
Stunning card, very dramatic with the black, but I like it very much!
Gail C x

Jan Caven said...

Hi Sue
This is the card that made me buy the dies, it is really gorgeous. I used to do a lot of mandala stamping a long time ago and this reminded me if how effective it can be. Will definitely be having a go at this one. Hope you are recovering from your hectic weekend.

Love Jan x x

Anonymous said...

Good Morning Sue. Lovely, lovely card but where's the bow?

Love Val x

Marleine said...


Morning Sue,

Love this card, but then I loved all the cards I saw at the show. X

yorkielass said...

Hello Sue, A dramatic card, the stained glass window is beautiful, used my glitters, from your Sunday show, yesterday and love the effect.
Have a great day everyone.
Hugs June xxx

Anonymous said...

Dear Sue the card is wonderful so effective and beutiful colours! Take Care Love Michelle S xxx

Unknown said...

Becca's die is superb, your ideas to use it are amazing. This is a card for so many occasions.
Janice W

sarah hyett said...

A fabulous card. Love the stain glass effect. Sarah h

Shirley T. said...

Hi Sue,

Ohhhh. I bought these dies from your shows. Guess what cards I will be making today???

Much love,

Shirley T. xxx

BridgetCG said...

Hi Sue, love the effect of this card, and the colours of the glitters are offset so well by the black. Fab idea. Bx

nattyboots said...

Such a beautiful card Sue , i love it

Elaine H X

Clare Powell said...

Gorgeous card, love the stained glass window effect.

Clare x

Unknown said...

Very effective, like the stained glass look.

fluffycat said...

Hi Sue, I loved this card when you showed it on TV. I like the stained glass effect although have previously only done it with peel-offs so this technique is a must-try.
Hope you have a good rest today, it sounds as though you were very busy at Ally Pally.
Frances

Anonymous said...

Hello Sue, I agree with this one really does look better in person I saw it at Ally Pally on Saturday and was SO blown I had to buy this die and some of the glitter.(please say a big thank you to one of your helpers who went diving under the counter to locate this die as your earlier stock had completely sold out)
Hope you're having a peaceful day today, love Brenda Lel xxx

Anonymous said...

Just had a quick look this morning I will check it out at my leisure later. It's FAB-U-LOUS!! There must have been a LOOOooong HAPPY DANCE after you designed this lol Mabex

Maggie said...

Hello Sue. I did see this one in real life and it's simply lovely. I'm sure it would look great in all colours and maybe reds and golds for xmas. Hope you get a bit of a chance for a rest today. xx Maggie(better without a bow)!

Disco Queen said...

Gorgeous card Sue!

loftylass said...

Love this card Sue - the stained glass effect is superb. Hope you had a great day at Ally Pally - would love to have been there - no doubt you will be 'putting your feet up' today.
Hugs
Heather W
x

Nikki Craft said...

Oh this is totally adorable....saw this one at the show yesterday:)
Thanks for our chat, I have sent an email, just hoping it was the right one! But you know where you can find me:) x
Nikki Payne

hazel young said...

Beautiful card Sue xx hazel

Crafty Nanna said...

Morning Sue, it is a stunning card especially when seen personally and I loved watching you demoing a similar version with the peacock mask. Thank you again for signing my card and I was lucky enough to get a piece you had made. I also managed to get the Roman Romance folder that Becca has on her blog at the mo so had a great time at your stand. I don't know how you managed to keep that lovely smile and energy going right to the end of Sunday too!

Hope you manage a good rest today,
hugs Lynn

Jess Watson said...

Morning Sue, lovely card, saw this demo on C&C
But it looks so much better close up, hope you had a good time at Ally Pally. Take care, Jess xx

Pat L said...

Hi Sue
Love the stained glass effect with the glitters, super card
Best wishes, Pat

Erica said...

Hi Sue,
Saw you demo this last week on C n C. Looks just as lovely here.
Erica x

Jean Z said...

Very nice card Sue lovely dies love Jean Z xx

Sheila - Ginger said...

Morning Sue,
Oh what a beauty! Saw this one on C&C and I thought it was great the way you created the colours to create the stained glass.

Love Sheila xx

Debbie Tinks said...

Nice card Sue. Happy crafting X

Beryl said...

Beautiful card Sue. Love the stained glass window effect.

Tres said...

Hi Sue. This is an amazing card today !! I love the stained glass window effect with Becca's beautiful dies. I have some of the polished silk glitters and they are fantastic. They are unlike any other glitters I have ever seen or used before. They are so nice to work with although I tend to get myself, the dogs, the cat and every where In the surrounding area covered in glitter !! I do not have the Lacey tiers dies yet but they are on my wish list. This is a very beautiful card Sue and one that could be used for any occasion. I love the way the black card brings the sparkly glitters to life !! You are the one who inspired me to try using black card. I always thought there was no place for it on a greeting card but I was very wrong. It really compliments just about any other colour you put with it and makes your design pop !!
Hope you take some time out for yourself and have a good rest. Lots of love Tres x x x

Jean Johnston said...

Just received my new Spellbinder dies and will try them out with this design. Lovely and useful for many occasions.

Kiraneries said...

Hi Sue, a stunning card. I watched you on tool shed demoing this card and order the glitter. Hoping it will be waiting for me we get home at the weekend. The dies are on my 'must buy' list.

Jackie Calvert said...

Hi Sue. Nice one, could be used for different occasions too. I haven't got these dies, but do have similar, so will be trying this. Yay. Take care now, Jackie C

Unknown said...

Beautiful card,this die is gorgeous.Very versatile for many occasions.
Helen Bx

beachie said...

Hi Sue
Gorgeous. Love the effect you have achieved here.
Audrey x

nzillingworth said...

HI SUE
VERY PRETTY CAN HEAR THE CHOIR SINGING. SO VERY QUICK TO MAKE TOO. SAW YOUR DEMO C&C. BRILL CARD FOR ANY EVENT. NO SENTIMENT OR BOW BUT STILL A STUNNER.
BORN AGAIN SPELLBINDER
NADINE HUG XXXX

Unknown said...

Hello Sue

I saw you demo this card on C&C - it's stunning.

Diana

Pauline A said...

I loved this card when I saw your demo's on C&C last weekend. Hope you are being spoilt after having spent such a busy weekend. Hugs Pauline A x

Jill Liddle said...

Very, very nice.

CraftyJo said...

Love it!

Anne O said...

Hi Sue
Another beautiful card. I loved this when you showed it on C&C. Too tempting.
Best wishes
Anne O

Pat S Witney said...

Hi Sue

Stunning card today. You did this type of card in one of your shows that I recorded. Hope your resting today.

Laura O said...

fab card love these dies.Laura O

Margaret corgi owner said...

Hi Sue
What a talented lady Becca is just like you this is oh so beautiful, I love the stain glass effect just perfect.
Margaret corgi owner

Sandybee said...

I just love this stained glass effect

xx Sandra

Jennifer said...

Pretty stained glass effect. Hugs, Jen x
Krafty Keepsakes

jean.phillips1 said...

Good afternoon Sue, a really striking card, love the stained glass effect, it is really beautiful. Love Jean xxx

Donna Jones said...

Hi Sue,
Stunning card, love the stained glass effect, great colours too.
Donna Jones

Julie Bee said...

Hi Sue

Liked this when you did it on C&C.

Very pretty.

Best Wishes

Julie Bee

Kate's Cards said...

Just like a church window! Lovely!!

weefortune said...

HI Sue another Lovley Card, HAve a Great Day Elaine x

Trish said...

Hi Sue,
Absolutely gorgeous card- the stained glass look is so effective. I would love to see this done in a range of mixed colours. TFS
Hugs,
Trish x. (Hillside)

Carol S. said...

Hi Sue, It was so nice to have the opportunity to have a chat with you yesterday at Ally Pally. I have also sent you an email with the information you wanted re: my necklace. I saw this card on C&C and love the finished effect. Hugs, Carol S.xx

Anonymous said...

Afternoon Sue
I saw you demo this technique on C&C and thought how lovely it looked, like u say its just like stained glass so pretty. I will defiantly be trying this and look forward to using all sorts of colours. These dies are lovely and versatile. Hope you had a nice time at AP.
Kayleigh xxx

Unknown said...

Stunning stained glass effect. I love how you did it with the glitter. I bet it would look fantastic with your caught in crystal technique too!!!
Love the dies as well.

Lynda's craft's said...

Absolutely stunning Sue love the colours so pretty the dies are gorgeousness.
Hugs Lynda Brock xx
Hope Ally pally went well for you Sue probable need a good rest now xx

Unknown said...

Stunning stained glass effect. I love how you did it with the glitter. I bet it would look fantastic with your caught in crystal technique too!!!
Love the dies as well.

Snuffy Snoo said...

Hi Sue, I was lucky enough to see this sample at the Ally Pally and it really is truly beautiful!!! Love Sam xxx

ssn.wht@gmail.com said...

Really striking card today - just lovely!

Thanks, Susan

Christine Harrop said...

Great card. Love all teh coloured glitter youhave used. Christine

Jane said...

Just reminds me of church window.

Jane xx

3362 Jan said...

Hi Sue. Just love this card. Could suit quite a few different occasions.
Hope you are not to tired after Ally Pally. Hugs. Jan. x

The Taming of the Glue said...

Hope you've recovered!! We're nearly there, slept like logs last night. Great fun though. Roll on April! Hugs. Pam & Steve xx

magpie said...

Hi Sue! Hope you are managing to get a bit of rest after all the globe trotting you've been doing and that's without all the demoing that you've done xx Loving those dies and "wow" those stunning glitter colours......well....I'm a magpie aren't I? Lol xx Thank you Sue for your inspiration. Put your feet up and have a cup of tea...... xx Love Karen xx

Barbara said...

Gorgeous card Sue, those dies are a must have!

Anonymous said...

Sue
Beautiful card and it can be used for any occasion even Christmas - and I've not started mine yet - Oh horror of horrors I'm always on the last legs and I'll need inspiration for super quick ones.
Regards
Caroline MacH

fame01 said...

Hi Sue
What a stunner of a die real nice card really like the colours .. hugs sarah ..xx

Jazzy lady said...

Hi Sue,
I tried this technique at the weekend after seeing your demo and I love it. You're right that it looks so much better than in in the photos.
Love, Karen

Shazza said...

saw this on the shows, gorgeous x

brenda said...

Hi Sue, loved this technique when I saw you demonstrate it on C&C, it is so effective. Loved yesterday's card too, my kind of card x

jeffrey bubbles said...

Love the die Sue and the closeups give us an idea of how pretty it would be in person. Kathy xxxx

Janice K said...

A gorgeous card which could be adapted so easily with different colour combinations to suit lots of different occasions, so versatile! x

Jan said...

Love the stained glass effect xx Jan

Jan said...
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trent999 said...

Hi Sue.
Absolutely stunning card, I blew it up on my TV and it really shows it off.
Take care Nick

Unknown said...

one word, gorgeous, the combination of the glitters look fab together, would look great with many other colour combinations too.. xxx

Unknown said...

Love the glitter effect, gotta try this one with my xmas cards

Diane from Glasgow

Ali B said...

Hi Sue,
Love the effect you have used on this card. I saw you demo it on C&C show. Will have to give this one a try.
Alison B. x

Wacki Macky said...

Hi Sue, hope you've recovered from the weekend in Ally Pally. I would have loved to be there but maybe next time eh? This card is just fab, I love this sort of look and using the glitter is sheet genious, I bet it looks great for real the pictures don't do it justice. The corner dies are so good and they look good in black.

Craftihappiness to you, love from Pearl

Joanne K said...

Evening Sue, pretty card. Hope you have had a great weekend and not too tired. Kind regards Joanne K x

Unknown said...

this card is STUNNING! I love the diecuts you chose and the colors for the 'window!'

Maria I said...

hi Sue it was my first time at Ally Pally and I loved it. You must be exhausted it was great to see you. Love the effect of this card and the corner dies. xxxx

Maria I said...

hi Sue it was my first time at Ally Pally and I loved it. You must be exhausted it was great to see you. Love the effect of this card and the corner dies. xxxx

nannapat said...

Beautiful card Sue, I love the colours you've used for the focal image. Pat x

Vie Carter said...

great die and layout of the card

Vie
x

Unknown said...

Wow, so pretty.

Marianna Hammer said...

So pretty. I love that effect

Lynn (delphinoid) said...

Beautiful card Sue!

I love the stained glass effect, it's so stunning and looks fab.

Such a shame I missed out on going to the Ally Pally this time, but hopefully I'll get there next time.

Happy Crafting!!! :) X X

Jackie Meechan said...

Gorgeous saw this demo on cc. Loved it then also. need to try it

Hugs
CraftyJacq
Xx

Howdy said...

Stunning

aggieosborne1104 said...

Hello Sue,
This is fantastic! It reminds me of tinted glass from churches, my hubby and I adore them when we get a chance to see one. I've missed leaving comments, I haven't been very well. But I'm better now, I love your cards...all of them.
Lots of love, Aggie xxx

aggieosborne1104 said...

Hello Sue,
This is fantastic! It reminds me of tinted glass from churches, my hubby and I adore them when we get a chance to see one. I've missed leaving comments, I haven't been very well. But I'm better now, I love your cards...all of them.
Lots of love, Aggie xxx

cmu said...

The glitter makes this card - the colours are gorgeous.

Crazy Bird said...

An absolutely beautiful card and would look nice in several different colourways!