Monday 28 October 2013

Best Wishes

 Hello my crafty friends!  I have really wanted to share this card with you, but not until the first video went live.  Since that was last week, I thought you might want to see another card that uses the same flower technique, but with a deeper rust coloured ribbon.  Isn't it gorgeous!  This is one of the new satin ribbons that Creative Expressions is carrying (Sam Poole has it in stock I know if you are looking).  To begin, I stamped the Dotted Fronds background by Justrite.  To do this, I dabbed the flake and glitter glue on it using a piece of cut 'n dry foam.  I stamped it quickly onto black card and set the card aside.  I cleaned my stamp thoroughly first to remove any of the remaining glue residue.  I used the Red Blaze gilding flakes and covered my stamped image.  I use a piece of Rubit Scrubit pad to move the flakes over the image, then I refine it by rubbing lightly in a circular motion.  This removes any excess flake so that the detail can be clearly seen.  I used the Grand Rectangles to cut a frame and then added in an additional die during the embossing phase for some added detail to it.  I mounted the frame on foam over my background.  I cut the rust satin ribbon down the centre and made two flowers following the technique on the October 22nd post video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pu4JS2HlCb4  They look like rich autumn Chrysanthemums, don't they?  I finished my flowers with some black tulle and a Bella Rose swirl cut from black card.  I stamped my sentiment and embossed it in gold, cut it into a strip and matted it with black.  I cut the ends into a fork and mounted the end under my flowers then across the card, ending on top of the frame.  I finished the card with a double white mat with my signature piercing.  Finished dimensions are 6" x 8" in size.  Another video for you tomorrow!  All for now, Sue x







161 comments:

Pam said...

gorgeous card and the flowers are to die for, just lovely.

Unknown said...

Good windy Mondaynto you.
This card is fantastic. I can't wait for the next video.

jean.phillips1 said...

Morning Sue, fabulous card, love the background and the flower is gorgeous! Love Jean xxx

kitty davies said...

Morning Sue thank you lovely card love the flowers good for posting take care Kitty

Unknown said...

Beautiful card Sue. At first glance it looks like a lattice die cut has been used for the background....this looks stunning. Another funky flower..Love it. Xxx

Mrs B said...

Hi Sue. Wonderful card. I love the dotted frond background. It is stunning. And the flowers, both shape and colour, are so beautiful. Loving the videos. Take care.

Anonymous said...

Love this card, Sue, perfect for autumn birthdays. Flowers just as you say, a rich autumn chrysanthemum. Bought the Bella Rose set after seeing you use the swirl so much - use it all the time, it's the best twirly swirl of all!!

'P' in Wales

nancyd said...

Morning Sue, absolutely gorgeous
these flowers are amazing and the colour is
beautiful looking forward to next video.
Nancyd xx

cr@fty said...

Good morning Sue
Today's card is absolutely stunning, and the new flower you've shown us how to make is beautiful. I'm looking forward to the next video.
Hugs x
Heather T

Unknown said...

Today's card is so gorgeous especially those flowers! Scarily windy in Kent at the moment so keep safe everyone!
Crafty Hugs
Heather xx

tracy w said...

Hi sue
Another stunning card the videos are great to I've just got my hands on my DVD you did in Scotland the the charity watch the first DVD can not wait to try some of your cards out what a great idea I had four hours of sue Wilson teaching me how to make cards thank you Tracy w x

Nananne said...

Beautiful Warm Card! Just perfect for an autumn day, love the ribbon flowers and the gilding flake background .

Rosie said...

Lovely and warm card.

Jane M said...

Love the rich colours in this card.

Gail said...

Good morning Sue,
What a beautiful card! Love the flittered background, and the flowers so rich.
Gail C x

BridgetCG said...

Hi Sue, a really beautiful card, love those gilding flakes, and the flowers are superb. need to try them. Bx

Patricia Howarth said...

Morning Sue, Stunning card, love the background stamping and gilding flakes, loving the frame especially with the added detail, it looks really effective, and the flowers are absolutely stunning, and so rich looking.
Lots of love from Patricia xx

JAO said...

Lovely card Sue.

Nanna Tina said...

Hi Sue
Love the gilded background, and the flowers and swirls.
Happy crafting
Love Tina x

Ecco of Sheffield said...

morning Sue
What a fantastic way to start the day. Today's gift is something really special. The colouring is so opulent and gorgeous. The format so simple but yet makes the most fantastic statement.
I haven't been brave enough yet to try your technique for the background yet - have still to store up enough courage!
Janet x

TDQ Karen said...

What a beautiful card, very striking with the gold on black and a beautifully rich flower xx

Anonymous said...

Another beautiful card Sue, gorgeous flowers. Love the gilding. Thanks for sharing. Pauline

petula said...

Hi Sue, stunning card. The gilding is beautiful as are the flowers. Brightens a very wet day.
Luv Pet x

Sarah Le said...

Another beautiful card, thank you for sharing

Anonymous said...

Lovely autumn card. I have tried making the flowers - great. Love the videos.
Denise Hancock X

ElizabethS said...

Morning Sue, I absolutely love this card - everything about it, colours design and it's simplicity.
Thank you for explaining about the frame (adding an extra layer at the embossing stage). I saw that on another card you did and wondered how it was done.
Keep safe in this awful weather.
ElizabethS x

alimecca said...

Hi Sue
Gorgeous! Love those flowers, must really give them a go.

Marleine said...


Hi Sue,

Lovely card. All the elements come together so perfect. X

Anne O said...

Hi Sue
Another beautiful card. I just love gilding flakes and that stamp shows them off to great effect. The flowers are stunning.
Best wishes
Anne O

auscrafts said...

simply stunning

Disco Queen said...

Wow Sue! Another fabulous gilded card. The flowers are stunning. Theresa x

englishrose897 said...

Good morning Sue, great card, love the background. Sally x

Jackie T said...

Good morning Sue today's card is gorgeous I don't know where you get all your inspiration from I'm just glad that you do. Have a great day. Love Jackie

Debs A said...

Morning Sue what a beautiful card i love how you made the background with the gilding flakes i love using them. Take care Sue xxx

Debs A

MRS DUCK said...

Good morning Sue and everyone.
Beautiful card. Your flowers are stunning.
Have a great day.
Ang x

Jeanjohnston said...

Those flowers are just gorgeous.

Maid of Kent said...

Lovely card the flowers are beautiful. Hugs Ann

Anonymous said...

Stunning card sue. Loving the video tutorials x

Rachel Taylor said...

Just stunning ! The flowers are gorgeous
Crafty hugs Rachel x

hazel young said...

Stunning card Sue love the background and flowers xx hazel

Anonymous said...

GM Sue - lovely background - a must try! v. windy here today - hope not too much damage - stay safe all
Rgs
Clare W

Unknown said...

Hi Sue, lovely autumnal colours and beautiful rich ribbon flowers , love the guilding flake background have that stamp,
must try.
Hugs
Jean D

Anonymous said...

Dear Sue What a beautiful card and the ribbon flower is just perfect as ways. Take Care Love Michelle S xxx

weefortune said...

Beautiful Card Sue , crafty Hugs Elaine x

Unknown said...

Morning Sue - a beautiful card and I think I must start to use gilding flakes. I have some but just need to get some containers to decant them into. Hope everyone is okay after the storm. Love Helen xx

Anonymous said...

BEA-U-TI-FUL card today. Thanks as always Mabex

Sam Smithard said...

Morning Sue,
You've done it once again!! what a "Beautiful Card"
on your Blog this morning!
I love those flowers! and yes I so agree the Ribbon is truly Beautiful I purchased mine from Sam, I really love the background, I have a birthday in December something like this would be great and very much appreciated by that particular person.
Take Care Love from Sam x

karenlotty said...

Love the card That stamp is beautiful It reminds me of your "high/low" technique which is my favourite thing to do at mo Stay safe everyone

Erica said...

Oooh Sue, what a stunner!
Erica x

carol edwards said...

Hi Sue lovely card, lovely flowers, beautiful colours and fantastic card x

Ann said...



Hi Sue

Gorgeous card very Autumnal colours the flowers are fabulous just like the bronze chrysanths just right for this time of year.

Hugs Annx without an "e"

JJ said...

Morning Sue,

Wow! A stunning card, loving it all, that ribbon is gorgeous, on my must get list lol! The flowers look fabulous.

Love & Hugs

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

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
I love the background to this card.
Must try the gilding flakes.
Veronique L

Unknown said...

Good morning Sue. Beautiful and rich looking today. These justrite background stamps are so versatile. Xx

Annie said...

Beautiful, Sue, the flowers are gorgeous! Happy Monday and have a great week. xx

Rosemarie said...

Morning Sue, what a beautiful colour ribbon. Love the card it is so rich.

Love Rosemarie Fishlock xx

Glenharon said...

Good morning Sue,
I love the new ribbon technique flowers as they do look like the curly pompom chrysanthemums and in the rust coloured ribbon they are the perfect autumn colour with the beautiful gilded autumn coloured flakes.(I love autumn because of the beautiful colours). The satin ribbon:- is it single sided so that it crinkles under heat, please?
Different type of card yet again , thank you Sue for your continuing inspiration.
Love and crafty hugs
Norah

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
That background stamp looks fantastic guilded simply stunning. Can't wait for tomorrow's video. Take care.
Beverley W

TOB said...

Just gorgeous, you are definitely the flower making Queen. hugs x

Fieldsend said...

Morning Sue, different look today but still a beautiful card. The bows are stunning. Have a great day.

Love June
xxx

Shirley T. said...

Hi Sue,

Gorgeous, stunning card. Love it. I bought this Becca Feeken stamp from your show, it is absolutely lovely.

Hope everyone is safe after the storm, didn't get it in Llangollen.

Much love,

Shirley T. xxx

Debbie Tinks said...

Love the card Sue .X. happy crafting

gwen70 said...

Beautiful card Sue, adore the colours

Hilary said...

Good morning Sue. Such beautiful, rich, Autumn colours today. The flowers are gorgeous and yet another project on my 'to do' list!! Heavy gales here and I hope everyone affected will be safe today. Enjoy your day Sue. Love and hugs. Hilary xxxx

marg said...

Hello Sue!
I thought I'd slept through the STORM...but when I drew back the curtains, the leaves were still on the trees! Lets hope Bristol misses it!
I love this stamp and the gorgeous flowers Sue! I haven't tried them yet but I am inspired after watching you Video.
Take care everyone!
LoveMarg

Pauline A said...

Morning Sue,
What a super card. I just love those roses which you make with the satin ribbon. Must have a go. And; the Bella rose die is worth buying if not just for the swirl. In fact I love everything about this card. Thank you. Hugs Pauline A x

nattyboots said...

Hi Sue
Absolutely stunning !

Elaine H X

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue - hope everyone is safe - the storm reached us this morning and the winds were horrendous but they have now subsided and the sun is out!!
Love your card today Sue and the colours are beautiful. I tried the flake and glitter method last week but I think I left the stamp on the paper too long and it stuck to the card. I notice on your blog you said do it quickly, so I am going to try it again today as I do love the results. Best wishes
YvonneMayxx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue
stunning card so eye popping
whopperjaw

lydia jordan said...

Hi Sue,
Another beautiful card using gilding flakes, stunning flowers. Looking forward to tomorrows video.
Lydia
X

lydia jordan said...

Hi Sue,
Another beautiful card using gilding flakes, stunning flowers. Looking forward to tomorrows video.
Lydia
X

nuttinanni said...

A gorgeous card from gorgeous Sue. hugs Cheryl xxx

Margaret corgi owner said...

Good morning Sue
What a beautiful card I love it, such lovely rich seasonal colours too. The flower is really luxurious, you really do make it look so easy.
Margaret corgi owner

Tres said...

Hi Sue. WOW !! This card for today is so gorgeous !! The new background stamp is lovely and those gilding flakes look fab. I really loved these new flowers when I first saw you make them on your video tutorial. The swirls look great to. This is a really beautiful autumn card. Looking forward to another video tommorrow. I can't wait !! Lots of love Tres x x x

Unknown said...

Amazing card!
I so love those flowers!!!!

Joanne K said...

Morning Sue, a lovely Autumnal card for today which in light of the weather is rather appropriate. Just love the new flower technique. Kind regards Joanne K x

Joanne K said...

Morning Sue, a lovely Autumnal card for today which in light of the weather is rather appropriate. Just love the new flower technique. Kind regards Joanne K x

Beryl said...

An amazing card. Love the flakes.

Anonymous said...

Good morning Sue
I just love this card with its rich autumnal tones its really lovely, and here in Surrey with leaves a swirling its very appropriate. well must dash off to work.
Keep safe those who have to go out today. I envy all those who are at home crafting have a lovely day.
Cameeli
xx

Janice K said...

Oh wow! I love the autumnal colour palette and this card is stunning! The gilding flake background is gorgeous and the flowers amazing, love it! x

jessie said...

MORNING SUE
GORGEOUS CARD AS ALWAYS. LOVE THE FLOWERS.

Anonymous said...

Good Morning Sue.. I LOVE it. Beautiful background and fantastic flowers.
Love Val x

Lacelady said...

Beautiful colourways really enhance this card Sue.

Delyth said...

Beautiful card love the colour of the gilding flakes. Delyth

Jean Z said...

love the card and the flowers are beautiful love Jean Z xx

EmmaT said...

Morning Sue, beautiful card and use of the flakes. Emma

hollyberry said...

WOW what a card-absolutely love it!

ros hodgkins said...

Hi Sue, Gorgeous gilding background stamp. I am getting together a stash of larger stamps to be able to as you have. Thanks for all your hard work.
X Ros

camelot67 said...

GHood Morning Sue,

WOW! Another stunning card for us to start our week. The flowers are amazing. Thanks for sharing this with us and I hope you enjoy the rest of your day.
Margaret A.

CraftyJo said...

Loving the background - that stamp looks incredibly useful and very beautiful.

3362 Jan said...

Morning Sue. I love the colours in this card, so like the season.Another project to add to my list!! Love it. Thank you. Jan. xx

Jess Watson said...

Morning Sue, what a rich looking card for today, the ribbon is gorgeous. Thank you again, take care, Jess xx

beachie said...

Hi Sue
Stunning flowers, love this card
Audrey x

Unknown said...

Hi Sue, got the power back now, suffice to say it has been rather windy here. Loving the flowers, as you say they look like chrysanthemums, love from Jackie D

nzillingworth said...

HI SUE
I GOT SIMILAR BAAACKING TO THIS BY GOLD LEAF IN A SQUARE THEN ONE OF THE GRIDS FROM SPELLBINDERS CUT IN BLACK. (BUT YOURS IS MUCH BETTER AS ALWAYSLOL).
FLOWERS ARE THE NEXT THING I AM GOING TO TRY. THEY LOOK AMAZING. YOUR CARDS JUST SEEM TO GET BETTER AND BETTER.
BORN AGAIN SPELLBINDER
NADINE HUG XXX

Lynda's craft's said...

Good morning Sue this card is stunning & the flowers are gorgeous
thank you for showing it as the background looks rather like a die than a stamp i just love it
Hugs Lynda Brock xx

loftylass said...

So beautiful Sue. The flowers are stunning.... (we need a selection of those ribbons please!).
Hugs
Heather W
x

Mac Mable said...

Just gorgeous. Love the flowers and the background gilding. Thanks for sharing x

Gail said...

Another gorgeous card - luv the background and the emboss effect on the frame xx and the flowers well what can I say other than fandabidocious!! xx luv it xx GailT xx

Olga said...

Love the background! It suits so well!

Cazzie D said...

Who wouldn't be blown away to receive this card! Simply gorgeous.
Caz x

Unknown said...

This is stunning Sue! I am going to try out the flowers - they do look beautiful!

I am getting through a heap of gilding flakes - will need to re-order soon!

Be safe on this stormy day!

Christine

Unknown said...

Stunning card.Love the background and the flower is
fabulous.
Helen Bx

Debra K. said...

Fabulous card, love the background. Debra x

Anonymous said...

Sue
Absolutely fabulous. Love those flowers. Must try some.
Thanks for the inspiration.
Regards
Caroline MacH

Sonia Jones said...

Stunning card today and the flowers are absolutely beautiful. I love them. I have watched the video on making them so will definately be trying this out. hugs Sonia x

Mau xx said...

This is stunning Sue, I love that gilding and the flowers are gorgeous.
Hugs Mau xx

Jill Liddle said...

Beautiful. beautiful colours

Pat L said...

Hi Sue
Beautiful card, the background is stunning as are the flowers
Best wishes, Pat

yorkielass said...

Hello Sue, This card is a stunner, the flowers are gorgeous and love the warm autumn colours and the background. I have this stamp but have not played yet, busy doing Christmas cards, also got the Bella Rose set of dies after falling in love with your swirl.
Have a great day everyone.
Hugs June xxx

Kiraneries said...

Hi Sue, a beautiful card. Gorgeous autumnal colours and gilding.

Julie Bee said...

Hi Sue

Love this card, yes they look exactly like real flowers, your videos are great.

Best Wishes

Julie Bee

sharon said...

Good morning Sue
I just love the backround on this beautiful card - I can't believe the detail in it. I still have to try the flake & glitter glue, for some reason I'm nervous about it! I'm glad you were so kind to show us how to make those fabulous flowers Sue - they are another 'must try' to add to my list
unfortunately in bed with MS at minute, but hopefully up soon and back into my craft room.
Hugs, Sharon Kirkwood. x

Lynne said...

Another beautiful card Sue - very effective.
Best wishes.
Lynne in Spain

Lynne said...

Another beautiful card Sue - very effective.
Best wishes.
Lynne in Spain

Eemeli said...

Hi Sue. Love the gorgeous card you have created and the background is stunning!!

Hugs,
Eemeli

Jackie Meechan said...

Hi Sue what a lovely card. Colours are brill and love tge background.

Weather not bad up here in Scotland. Lucky us.

CraftyJacq
Xx

Anonymous said...

Hello Sue, I have been without an Internet connection for three days, and oh boy! have I missed you and your blog. But its all sorted now and gosh what treasures I have missed! the last three days cards are stunning AND I have a video to watch.
Today's card is really fabulous - love the Guilding flakes and the flowers are absolutely beautiful. I just love it all !!!!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful inspiration, what would we do without you. love Brenda Lel xxx

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Gorgeous Autumnal shades and love those flowers

Paper Junkie said...

This is just a fabulous card Sue - loving those satin flowers so must give them a try. X

Trish said...

Hi Sue,
I adore this card- the black with those fab gilding flakes make it so glamorous. Love, love, love it.
Hugs,
Trish x. (Hillside)

hotpotato said...

gorgeous card.

Maryann Laursen said...

An amazing card here too Sue, and those flowers really looks amazing and it´s a really stunning color, that goes perfect with the rest here.

Nanny Jo said...

that's beautiful, Sue...love the flowers! Jo x

SusanP, Kent said...

What a gorgeous card! Love the stamped and gilded background and the 'melted ribbon' flowers. They co-ordinate beautifully. The tulle finishes the floral spray perfectly - a bow would have been too much.
Sue

utilitygirl said...

Lovely cards today and yesterday Sue, really love the gilding flakes will have to get going with those soon

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue
A simply gorgeous Autumnal card today. Love the flower.
TFS
Hugs
Amanda x

Myra said...

Hi Sue,
What a truly gorgeous autumnal card. So appropriate for today. Surrounded by fallen leaves here. Flowers look just like chrysanthemums. Thank you once again.

Love Myra

ssn.wht@gmail.com said...

Wow - what a stunning design - love the background and the flowers are just wonderful! Must find some more time to spend in my craft room to implement all the ideas you give me!!!

Thanks Susan

Barbara said...

Gorgeous card, the gilding is beautiful and the flowers match perfectly. Looking forward to another video!!!

Wacki Macky said...

Hi Sue, fantastic card today, love the colours, textures and everything about it. The videos are a wonderful addition too.

Craftihappiness to you all, love rom Pearl

Jane said...

Beautiful love the flowers, will have a look for the ribbon .Opulent card

Jane xx

Vie Carter said...

Stunning card today, love the drama of it

Vie
x

kimberley said...

Absolutely stunning and the flowers are to die for ,take care,x

Patricia said...

Beautiful card once again.
Love the background and of course the stunning flower.
Hugs

Patricia xxx

Ali B said...

Hi Sue,
What a simple but complicated card! Loving the new video demos.
Thanks
Alison B. x

magpie said...

Stunning card Sue and loving the autumn colours. Beeeutiful flakes and loving that rust satin ribbon! Another "wow" factor xx Love Karen xx Take care everyone with the weather x

Tina said...

Hi Sue

Beautiful card, the flowers are amazing I will be going to Sam Poole for the ribbon. I'm lucky enough to have the stamp for the background, so will give this card a go. :-)

Luckily we tied everything down in the garden yesterday. I sat up until the storm started at about 1.30am doing my daughters wedding invites. After about 20 minutes we lost our electric, and it has only just come on now, I'm cold and was terribly bored not being able to go on line or watch TV, but did enjoy making tea on a camping stove. Happy days. Hope you are all well and weathered the storm.

Kind regards :-)

Tina X

Sandy G said...

Hi Sue
WOW this card is stunning!! I have this stamp but haven't used gilding flakes with it. I will do now! The flowers are gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.

Shazza said...

wow this is brilliant, I love those flowers. Will try to watch the video but am still having difficulty watching the last one as it keeps freezing on me :-(
x

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue, beautiful card as usual,
must try your way in making the flowers as I have dexterity problems as this looks as if it might be easier.
God bless
JanNxx

Unknown said...

Just gorgeous!! Can't wait for tomorrow's video

Yorkie girl said...

Hi Sue
What an amazing card
I love your guilding on this card it looks brill
And your flowers are to die for
Thanks for sharing your talent sue look forward to tomorrow's video
Theresa x

Donna Jones said...

Hi Sue,
Beautiful, love the background and the stunning flowers.
Donna Jones

jennywren1947 said...

Hi Sue like this card it's really effective very pretty
Hugs Chris x

nannapat said...

Stunning card Sue - beautiful background and the flower colour is fab. Pat x

Karen Drew said...

Stunning card. Love the richness of the gilding flakes
Luv
Karen xx

Unknown said...

Card to die for today Sue, loving this one, such lovely deep rich colours xx

Crafting Newbie said...

Loving the flowers Sue.

Laura O said...

fab card ,love the flowers .have been away for a few days and I think I have crafting DT's.Laura O

Carole Z said...

Totally stunning card Sue, I love the flowers , Carole Z xx

hazel said...

Hi Sue
Absolutely Stunning card. The colours and Gorgeous as the flowers are. Thank you for sharing
Take care
Hazel Gx

Carol S. said...

A very rich look to this card. Love it! Hugs, Carol S.xx

Anonymous said...

Opulant looking card today Sue and I love the flowers.
ValC xx

Sandy H said...

Beautiful card. Love the flowers.

Meg Owen said...

Very dramatic but beautiful.

Margaret P
xxx

Unknown said...

One of my favourite cards, gorgeous!

Diane from Glasgow xx

mags said...

This is gorgeous Sue. Love the gilded flake background.
Mags
x

Rose in Chester said...

Hi Sue,
What a breathtakingly beautiful card - I want to be there, in the Royal Box at the Opera of "Carmen".
That is what this card says to me...
The background, flowers in fact the entire composition is stunning.
It's got to be my favourite (amongst many, I know).
Hugs, Rose

cmu said...

Great card - stunning background. Well done.

Sheila - Ginger said...

Morning Sue,
WOWEE!! This is FA-BU-Lous!The flowers are so beautiful and such a stunning colour too. The whole creation is just wonderful.

Love Sheila xx