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Sunday 27 October 2013

Gilded Christmas

Good Sunday morning all! It's a bumper day for prizes so please stay until the end of the blog post! First a rundown on the card, which, hopefully will be helpful to those of you working away on your Christmas card list! I started by embossing a piece of coconut white card with the Patchwork embossibility folder. I extended it to make a slightly larger background as it is easily realigned. I matted it with a thin black mat. Next I stamped the Striped Holly background by Justrite using a clear perfect medium pad onto soft gold card. I heat embossed it with gold powder for a tone on tone look.  I matted it with both white and gold card and then layered up on my embossed background. Next I covered a piece of black card with a sticky self adhesive sheet that was just large enough to accommodate the 2010 Heirloom ornament. I used Summer Meadow gilding flakes to gild the piece. Using the Justrite Heritage Christmas ornament stamp, I inked it using a black archival ink pad and stamped the image onto the gilding. I stamped the sentiment in the opening and used clear embossing powder and heat embossed the entire image. I cut it out with the matching die and mounted it on foam pieces and placed it in the centre of the card. I used a white gel pen to add dots around the design and sentiment.  I stamped the Festive Poinsettia by Justrite several times on to vellum using a clear Perfect Medium pad. I embossed them all with gold powder and cut them out with the matching die. I layered the flowers up, added a black flatback pearl to the centres and glued them to the corner of my card. I tied a messy bow with white seam binding, added a gold cord bow and finished it with one of the new crystal sparklers. A double mat of soft gold card was added to complete the card. Finished dimensions are 7" x 8 1/4" in size.

There are loads of winners in the Comment Game. We have several extra qualifying posts this week too!  The winners are:

Cardgenie!!!
BridgitCG!!!
JazzyLady!!!

From the extra qualifying post of Oct. 22nd, the winners are:
Clair Hughes!!!
Jane M!!!
Debbie Heenan!!!

From the extra qualifying post of Oct. 23rd, the winners are:
Cinders61!!!
Kerry Beard!!!
Digit!!!

Congratulations all!  Please email me at americansue1@gmail.com to confirm your address and claim your prize!  What a fabulous week it has been with all the kind words about the new videos, thank you so much!  There are plenty more on the way!  All for now, Sue x










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171 comments:

  1. Pam27 October 2013 at 06:01

    Thia is a fabulous card, have loved all the videos this week. Congrats to the winners and a big thank you to you Sue

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  2. tracy w27 October 2013 at 06:01

    Hi sue
    What a stunning christmas card love the whole theme thank you Tracy w x

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  3. Unknown27 October 2013 at 06:02

    A Gorgeous sumptuous card Sue! I love these baubles they are such lovely shape.

    Congrats to the winners today enjoy!
    Crafty Hugs
    Heather xx

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  4. kitty davies27 October 2013 at 06:09

    Morning Sue
    thank you another work of art. The videos have been great thank you take care Kitty

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  5. kitty davies27 October 2013 at 06:11

    ps sorry forgot to congratulate the winners stay safe in the comming storms Kitty

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  6. hollyberry27 October 2013 at 06:16

    Beautiful card,I love gilding flakes.Thank you for all the cards and wonderful new videos this week.

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  7. jean.phillips127 October 2013 at 06:16

    Morning Sue, what a fantastic card, love the gilding flakes. Congratulations to all the winners. Love Jean xxx

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  8. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 06:21

    Sue, it's been a fabulous week for all of us - thank you so much for what you do. We seem to get more and more.
    Opulent card, just gorgeous, would have to be for someone REALLY special!!

    'P' in Wales

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  9. Unknown27 October 2013 at 06:21

    Yeh! I won . Thanks Sue. Another wonderful card today.
    XX

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  10. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 06:30

    GM Sue - I am going to start the Christmas Cards this week and this has put me in the moood to do so. Lovely card -love gilding flakes. We have, so the weather men say, the worst storm since 1987 coming to the UK tonight into tomorrow - gusts of 80mph forecast - so it could do some damage. Nothing like you get in the US but still worrying. Stay safe fellow Wilsonettes and batton down the hatches.
    Rgs
    Clare W

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  11. Joan D27 October 2013 at 06:31

    Stunning Chrostmas Card Sue, as all of yours are. I'm having a card making day today as our weather is forecast to be awful, so good excuse to craft. Have a great day x x

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  12. cr@fty27 October 2013 at 06:34

    Good morning Sue
    Fabulous card I love the new crystal sparklers. We all appreciate what you do for us and can't thank you enough. Congratulations to all the winners.
    Hugs x
    Heather T

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  13. Debbie Tinks27 October 2013 at 06:34

    I love this card Sue .stunning Christmas card.
    Must try something like this. Happy Crafting.

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  14. Unknown27 October 2013 at 06:40

    Hi Sue, what a stunning Christmas card love the guilding flakes and the ornament die, the White ribbon sets it off a treat.. What a fabulous week we've been treated too thank you so much Sue looking forward to more .
    Hugs
    Jean D

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  15. Mrs B27 October 2013 at 06:44

    Hi Sue. Beautiful card, I love the effect the white dos add to it. You are in the right place at the moment Sue, the weather is bad and meant to be getting far worse over here! Stay safe Wilsonettes. Congrats to all of the winners. Take care.

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  16. Debs A27 October 2013 at 06:51

    Morning sue Wow what great christmas card iv only just started mine but now you have give me another great idea. I love all the gold on it and the guilding flakes are great i love using them. Congratulations to all todays winners xxx

    Debs A

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  17. JAO27 October 2013 at 06:53

    Great card Sue.

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  18. Unknown27 October 2013 at 06:54

    Good morning Sue,
    This card is beautiful and would be a wonderful card to send or receive. Your video clips are fantastic and well worth your time. Thank you for all you do. Big hello to your mom. Hope the FL weather is amazing.

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  19. TDQ Karen27 October 2013 at 06:56

    Beautiful card, love all the elements and they come together so well. Have loved all the videos this week, thank you so much. Congratulations to all the winners.

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  20. Ecco of Sheffield27 October 2013 at 06:56

    morning Sue
    What a beautiful traditional C.card for today's gift.
    I do love this bauble and have used it many times. The colours are so elegant and I for one would love to receive a card like this through my letter box.
    Congratulations to all the lucky winners.
    Janet x

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  21. Nananne27 October 2013 at 06:57

    Stunning Christmas Card! Love the look of stamping on the gilding flakes and then highlighting with the white pen, also love the new sparklers!

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  22. carol edwards27 October 2013 at 07:01

    Hi Sue a stunning card and so regal. The baubles are such a wonderful shape and size. Congrats to all this weeks winners x

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  23. Patricia27 October 2013 at 07:03

    Good morning Sue,
    Another absolutely stunning card.
    Love everything about it.
    Have a great day

    Patricia xx

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  24. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 07:14

    Oh how I love this card Sue. Love the gold embossing on the gold card and the bauble is exquisite. You bring us such great ideas and your videos are just brilliant. Enjoy your Florida sunshine while we prepare for a horrendous storm coming this way! Congratulations to all the lucky winners today. Best wishes
    YvonneMayxx

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  25. nattyboots27 October 2013 at 07:23

    Wow Sue you do spoil us ,what a fab Christmas card its just beautiful
    Congrats to the winners
    Elaine H X

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  26. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 07:24

    Hi Sue,
    What a stunning Christmas card!
    Can't wait for your next video.
    Thank you so much.
    Veronique L

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  27. alimecca27 October 2013 at 07:25

    Hi Sue
    Truly a beautiful card. Extremely opulent and exquisite. This bauble is my favourite of the Heirloom Ornaments, I just love the shape of it and with the stamps to match it is gorgeous. For once I have all of the " ingredients" to make this so this afternoon I might just give it a go. Thanks for all of the videos etc , it must have taken up so much of your time, but we all really appreciate it. Congrats to all the winners too.

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  28. Carol Clarke27 October 2013 at 07:33

    Morning Sue
    WOW this card is fabulous. love the gilding flakes and also the lovely poinsettia - mine are perfect now I am using the templates. Thank you for the informative video's Sue, keeping them coming
    Hugs
    Carol x

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  29. Jackie T27 October 2013 at 07:34

    Good morning Sue today's card is stunning. I am really enjoying the videos.Congratulations to all all winners there have been so many this week you are very generous Sue. Have a great day.Love Jackie

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  30. Rosemarie27 October 2013 at 07:38

    Morning Sue, This is an amazing Christmas card, it is so rich and opulent. The videos this week have been amazing, thank you so much.

    Love Rosemarie Fishlock xx

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  31. Jane27 October 2013 at 07:39

    Very nice like the gold, I need to get on with my xnas cards, that's it I'm starting them this morning.

    Jane xx

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  32. marg27 October 2013 at 07:44

    Good Morning Sue!
    I like the colours and the design on this card...... so pretty Sue!
    Well done to all the winners too!
    LoveMarg

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  33. baconbits27 October 2013 at 07:47

    Morning Sue
    Fabulous week of inspiration loved the videos that was a very inspired udea.
    Love todays card fantastic concept. Really must start mne.
    TFS
    Hugs
    Amanda xx

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  34. JJ27 October 2013 at 07:48

    Morning Sue,

    What a stunning card, so beautiful, loving the videos and look forward to plenty more.

    Congratulations to all the winners.

    Love & Hugs

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

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  35. baconbits27 October 2013 at 07:48

    Morning Sue
    Fabulous week of inspiration loved the videos that was a very inspired udea.
    Love todays card fantastic concept. Really must start mne.
    TFS
    Hugs
    Amanda xx

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  36. baconbits27 October 2013 at 07:49

    Morning Sue
    Fabulous week of inspiration loved the videos that was a very inspired udea.
    Love todays card fantastic concept. Really must start mne.
    TFS
    Hugs
    Amanda xx

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  37. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 07:50

    Dear Sue What a beautiful card! I absolutely love it! The colours are so rich and Christmassy. The videos are wonderful with a crafting area to die for thank you so much for everything you do for us. Take Care Love Michelle S xxx

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  38. Sandybee27 October 2013 at 08:03

    A great Christmas card, the colours are so lovely Sue
    Well done to all of todays winners

    Xx Sandra

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  39. Marianna Hammer27 October 2013 at 08:04

    Good morning :)
    Today's card is probably the pretties Christmas card I have ever seen. I love it.
    You keep amazing me. All the time something better, even when I think it can't get better than this...

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  40. Christine Harrop27 October 2013 at 08:06

    This really is a beautiful Christmas card! Christine x

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  41. MRS DUCK27 October 2013 at 08:07

    Good morning Sue and everyone.
    A stunning and opulent card. Just beautiful.
    Congratulations to the lucky winners.
    Ang x

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  42. Sam Smithard27 October 2013 at 08:09

    Morning Sue,
    What a truly Beautiful Card this morning! The Coulors areso rich and Christmassy.
    Every morning your Cards just get Better and Better, I just wish I'd got so much talent like yourself, you never seem to have a day where you seem to be stuck for ideas!
    I'm thrilled for all the Winner's.
    Love from Sam x

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  43. Gillian xXx27 October 2013 at 08:14

    These are my favourite of all the bauble shapes and i use them on lots of my cards. Another stunning card from you. Thanks for the videos they are great it feels like we are in the room with you.

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  44. karenlotty27 October 2013 at 08:15

    Congrats to the winners Lovely card

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  45. Tres27 October 2013 at 08:15

    Hi Sue. What a gorgeous Christmas card today !! I absolutely love the effect of the gold on gold embossing. It looks so rich and opulent. I think the contrast of white and gold colours together is just beautiful. The gilding flakes as always look fab. You have used my favourite poinsettias to. The white ribbon compliments the card so well and I must get some of the new sparklers !! They are so lovely.
    I did not get to see yesterday's video until really late last night but my word it was definately worth the wait !! Your card was amazing !! I am so in love with your new videos. I can't wait for the next one. I am so glad you have some more to show. I really don't know how you do it all Sue !! Thank you very much. It is all much appreciated.
    Congrats to all the winners. There is some bad weather on its way so please keep safe everyone. Lots of love Tres x x x

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  46. Joanne K27 October 2013 at 08:16

    Morning Sue a very opulent card today. Stunning colours. Congratulations to all the winners. Kind regards Joanne K x

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  47. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 08:17

    Hi Sue
    What a supercard cokours blend so well
    whopperjaw

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  48. Marianne's Craftroom27 October 2013 at 08:22

    Wow this is stunning, love the ornament and flowers and the black and gold is so striking

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  49. Jan Caven27 October 2013 at 08:25

    Hi Sue
    What a beautiful card, the centre piece is stunning and I love the color ways of the whole effect. A real stunner.
    Love Jan x x

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  50. Marion27 October 2013 at 08:35

    Hi Sue a beautiful card ,love the
    holly part .must try the gilding flakes.
    Marion H

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  51. Ann27 October 2013 at 08:35



    Hi Sue

    Beautiful card love the ornament it is lovely really nice background this is a mantlepiece card.

    Congratulations to all the lucky winners.

    Hugs Annx without an "e"

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  52. Rachel Taylor27 October 2013 at 08:39

    Love this ,you could make those baubles and hang them on the tree ! Congrats to the lucky winners
    Crafty hugs Rachel x

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  53. Jazzy lady27 October 2013 at 08:40

    Morning Sue. What a stunning card. There are several techniques here that I'll be using in my card making this week. Congratulations on the videos, I've enjoyed watching them.
    Love, Karen

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  54. lydia jordan27 October 2013 at 08:41

    Hi Sue,
    Stunning card, I think the 2010 baubles are the best shape and have used them a lot. Thank you Sue for a great week of cards and videos it's much appreciated.
    Congrats to the lucky winners.
    Lydia
    X

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  55. Chris Curry27 October 2013 at 08:42

    Another lovely card Sue. I'm so pleased I have these stamps and dies. Thank you.X

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  56. Maid of Kent27 October 2013 at 08:44

    Love this card it ticks all the boxes. So enjoyed the videos. Hugs Ann x

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  57. evelyn27 October 2013 at 08:44

    Gorgeous. Just got the stamps and not tried them yet. Will motivate me to get going. Evelyn

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  58. Donna Jones27 October 2013 at 08:47

    Hi Sue,
    Super card, loving the tone on tone gold with the white contrast.
    Donna Jones

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  59. Pat S Witney27 October 2013 at 08:48

    Hi Sue

    Another gorgeous card today Sue. The poinsettia done in vellum and embossed with gold looks fantastic. Thanks for this weeks videos. Congratulations to all the winners. Have a lovely weekend. We are off to see friends near Harwich. So won't be able to see this weeks posts. Will catch up when I get home.

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  60. Patricia Howarth27 October 2013 at 08:49

    Morning Sue, Love it !! Love it !! Love it !! I am definitely going to be trying this one, I love every element of this card.
    Congratulations to all the lucky Winners.
    Lots of love from Patricia xx

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  61. Unknown27 October 2013 at 08:50

    Stunning card with lots of techniques to try. I recently bought the stamps to go with these dies and haven't used them yet. Can't wait.

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  62. iReneM27 October 2013 at 08:57

    So rich, so opulent,so totally stunning!!!
    Fabulous gold bauble and beautiful flowers - love it, Sue :)

    x

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  63. Olga27 October 2013 at 08:57

    Fantastic card!Love the embossing!

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  64. Sheila - Ginger27 October 2013 at 08:59

    Morning Sue,
    Oh you do spoil us so much, not only with your exquisite works of art....of which today is another one...and your wonderfully explained videos but also with your generosity of prizes. Thank you so very much.
    Congratulations to all the lucky winners, enjoy your prizes.

    Love Sheila xx

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  65. gwen7027 October 2013 at 08:59

    Stunning Sue, I love it

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  66. Heather27 October 2013 at 09:03

    Lovely card as always Sue. And well done to all the winners.

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  67. Disco Queen27 October 2013 at 09:04

    Hi Sue, Super card. I love how the ornament has a similar look to stamping on acetate & gilding the back. Theresa x

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  68. Carole Z27 October 2013 at 09:06

    Morning Sue, gosh it's only 9am on a Sunday and so many comments already, lol! I really really love this stunning card; it's sumptuous, rich, elegant..I could go on...hugs, Carole Z XX

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  69. weefortune27 October 2013 at 09:06

    Stunning card, love Xmas, Have a Lovely sunday Sue Luv Elaine x

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  70. Beryl27 October 2013 at 09:06

    Hi Sue, a stunning card. Love the gilding flakes. Congratulations to all the winners.

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  71. Shirley T.27 October 2013 at 09:08

    Hi Sue,

    What a pretty card - love it.

    Congrats to all the winners.

    Much love,

    Shirley T. xxxxxxxxxxx

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  72. Maryann Laursen27 October 2013 at 09:14

    Oh my goodness this is sooo gorgeous Sue. This is so me, and I really really love, how this looks. I have a small request for you thoug, can´t you show, how you make these fussy bows with the goldstringbows on top to look this nice?? I have tryed and ttryed, but they alwaya looks terrible, so I always ends up throwing them out, so I would love to see, how you make yours always looks soo fabulous every time.
    Big congrats to all the lucky winners here today. Enjoy your prizes ladies.

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  73. J27 October 2013 at 09:14

    MORNING SUE
    REALLY GORGEOUS CHRISTMAS CARD.MUST GIVE THE IT A GO CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS.

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  74. Sarah Le M27 October 2013 at 09:17

    Beautiful card Sue, but then I have yet to see one that isn't. You are a very talented lady x x Sarah Le M.

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  75. camelot6727 October 2013 at 09:17

    Good Morning Sue,

    Well, as everyone has said, this is another truly stunning card to start our day. I just love it! Fabulous last video by the way, can't wait for the next one. Congratulations to all the winners (I am soooooo jealous) and thanks Sue for sharing this with us. Enjoy the rest of your day.
    Margaret A.

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  76. BridgetCG27 October 2013 at 09:19

    Hi Sue, this card is beautiful, love the opulent colours, I am getting more confident with my use of the gilding flakes, but have yet to try stamping on them. Congrats to all the winners, including me :-) love all the inspiration you bring us Sue, keep it up. Take care everyone with the winds and storms in the UK. Bx

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  77. hazel young27 October 2013 at 09:20

    Stunning card Sue love it. Have loved the video tutorials this week too. xx hazel

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  78. Mac Mable27 October 2013 at 09:23

    Love this card..wouldn't you love to receive it? Thanks for all your hard work with the videos and well done to the lucky winners x

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  79. Debra K.27 October 2013 at 09:25

    Stunning card. The gilded bauble is so lovely. The videos have been fab. I am missing the pinterest for your cards though. Debra x

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  80. Cinders6127 October 2013 at 09:26

    Love,love,love the bow! The white and gold combination is stunning. I have the poinsettia dies and stamps so will try this on vellum. Thank you so much for picking me as a winner too. Take care everyone in the wind x Gillian

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  81. beachie27 October 2013 at 09:30

    A fantastic card today. So many great things on it, the gel pen dots, I'm not good at dots, hand not steady enough, and the ornament, wow.
    Audrey x

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  82. TOB27 October 2013 at 09:30

    What a stunning Christmas Card. love the bauble. Can't wait for your next video. hugs x

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  83. Eemeli27 October 2013 at 09:33

    Those flowers are totally stunning! Love the overall on the card and color scheme is fan-tastic.

    Hugs,
    Eemeli

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  84. Sandy G27 October 2013 at 09:39

    Hi Sue
    Gorgeous card. The white embossed layer really pops as you have used gold as your bottom layers. The vellum flowers are so pretty and the bauble is superb. Thanks for sharing. Congrats to the lucky winners.

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  85. nannapat27 October 2013 at 09:50

    Wow - spectacular card Sue. I love every single element and would love to give it a go myself. Pat x

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  86. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 09:52

    Good Morning Sue. Would be so happy if this card feel on my door mat. It is stunning.
    Love Val x

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  87. Unknown27 October 2013 at 09:55

    Gorgeous card Sue, where can we get the metallic twine you used on the bow its so pretty
    Hugs n stuff
    Carol B

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  88. Fieldsend27 October 2013 at 09:57

    Morning Sue, fab Cristmas card, love it. Love the poinsettia, bow n the embellishments. Congratulations to the winners. Have a great day.

    Love June
    xxx

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  89. yorkielass27 October 2013 at 09:59

    hello Sue, Fabulous card, so rich and opulent, the gilding flakes look fab stamped on, I have not dared to try that yet maybe today I will give it a go. Love those poinsettias in velum. Thank you for a fabulous week, we have been spoilt, truly enjoyed the videos and look forward to more, you are such a kind giving person.
    Congrats to the winners.
    Stay safe from the storm everyone.
    Hugs June xxxx

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  90. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 10:01

    FAB-U-LOUS card. This would stay on show all year. Thanks Mabex

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  91. hotpotato27 October 2013 at 10:02

    stunning card, one I must have a go at.

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  92. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 10:07

    Morning Sue, a very classy and opulent card today, after a very rewarding week of videos, thank you so much Sue for these. I love that holly background stamp.
    ValC xx

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  93. Hilary27 October 2013 at 10:07

    Good morning Sue.
    Rich and sumptuous describes this card today!!You give us such inspiration and motivation! Congratulations to all the winners. I know they will be delighted with their prizes, as I have been. Enjoy your Sunday, and love to your Mom. Love and hugs. Hilary xxxx

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  94. Jean Z27 October 2013 at 10:11

    love the card Sue I love gilding flakes must get some love Jean Z xx

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  95. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 10:17

    Belinda Raven said...

    Hi Sue, what a super card - I adore this particular Christmas ornament and how you've used it in this beautiful card.

    Hugs, Belinda. X

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  96. 3362 Jan27 October 2013 at 10:24

    Morning Sue.A super duper card. Elegant, classy. I love gilding flakes, so this has prompted me to try. So a big thanks for that.

    Have a great week. Hugs. Jan. xx

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  97. Wacki Macky27 October 2013 at 10:25

    Lovely card today Sue, well done

    Pearl

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  98. Ali B27 October 2013 at 10:35

    Hi Sue,
    Great way to use the guilding flakes, gives me more ideas onhow to use them, thanks
    Alison B. x

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  99. Unknown27 October 2013 at 10:45

    Hi Sue,

    Your videos are absolutely super; you always make the difficult easy. Thank you

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  100. Jess Watson27 October 2013 at 10:47

    Morning Sue, another stunner, I also have not tried stamping onto gilding flakes, but will give it a try. Thank you so much for all your great inspiration, the videos are super. Congrats to all the winners, enjoy your prize, they are wonderful. Take care, Jess xx

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  101. Vick27 October 2013 at 10:57

    Hi Sue,

    WOW What a stunning card I just love the ornaments this year! HUgs to you and Well Done to all the lucky winners this week, Vick xx
    My Blogs
    the-artful-codger.blogspot.com & indigobluchallengeblog.blogspot.com
    My YTChannels vixcrafts & saturatedcanary

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  102. fynecrafts27 October 2013 at 10:57

    wow..love this card..really elegant looking.

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  103. Jackie Meechan27 October 2013 at 10:58

    Beautiful card as usual Sue, love it all.

    Congratulations to all the winners.

    Hugs
    CraftyJacq
    Xx

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  104. Unknown27 October 2013 at 11:01

    Very opulent looking Christmas card.Have really enjoyed the videos they are fab thank you Sue.
    Helen Bx

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  105. Margaret corgi owner27 October 2013 at 11:10

    Good morning Sue
    What a beautiful and elegant card looks even regal which so suits the time of year being celebrated, I love it. Will definitely be trying this one too!
    Congratulations to the lucky winners.
    Margaret corgi owner

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  106. Carol S.27 October 2013 at 11:20

    I love this card Sue. It's a stunner! Well done to all the lucky winners. Hugs, Carol S.xx

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  107. Maria - Ivyleaf Crafts27 October 2013 at 11:23

    Another stunning card Sue xx

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  108. Sioux P27 October 2013 at 11:29

    oh lovely card as always Sue. The bow and gold thread look really pretty. love the embossing oh just love it all. Also loving the videos thanks so much for all your time.

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  109. Yorkie girl 27 October 2013 at 11:31

    Hi Sue
    The card today I stunning nothing else to say but stunning
    Thank you for sharing your ideas and telling us how you achieve such wonderful works of art
    You take care a Sue
    Theresa x x

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  110. Lacelady27 October 2013 at 11:33

    I love all the stamps that enhance your card today - I now want all of those, as well as the dies!

    Congrats to the winners, you are so generous Sue.

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  111. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 11:35

    Hi Sue,
    I just love, love, love this card. I really must try and get some of that soft gold card it always looks stunning never garish or shinny and tacky as some mirror card can if the tone isn't right. You really do inspire us all. Congrats to the very lucky winners.
    Beverley W

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  112. Pat L27 October 2013 at 11:35

    Hi Sue
    Beautiful card love all of it, congratulations on a brilliant blog week really appreciate the how to videos
    Best wishes, Pat

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  113. Kiraneries27 October 2013 at 11:35

    Hi Sue, a stunning card. Beautiful and elegant. I love it. Congratulations to all the winners.

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  114. Jill Liddle27 October 2013 at 11:43

    This is a great card. Ticks all my boxes. Love anything with goldy on.

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  115. Marleine27 October 2013 at 11:46


    Hi Sue,

    Love the card, especially the background stamp.

    Enjoyed your blog videos this week, thanks. X

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  116. ssn.wht@gmail.com27 October 2013 at 11:57

    Lovely classic Christmas card - the background stamp and the poinsettia stamps are just fabulous! Thanks, Susan

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  117. Lynda's craft's27 October 2013 at 12:00

    A beautiful card love how the bauble with the guiding flakes looks then stamped on so stunning.
    Hugs Lynda Brock xx
    Congrats to all the winners

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  118. Unknown27 October 2013 at 12:06

    Hi Sue, a beautiful card. I particularly like the striped holly background you have used but the whole effect is wonderful. Love from Jackie D

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  119. CraftyJo27 October 2013 at 12:11

    Gorgeous! I have the die....have the stamp...have the gilding flakes...I'm all set!

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  120. auscrafts27 October 2013 at 12:11

    fabulous card love your videos

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  121. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 12:18

    Sue
    Another masterpiece - love everything about the card and the added gold cord and crystal sparkles are fab... now they are on my ever growing wish list.
    Regards
    Caroline MacH

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  122. Jennifer27 October 2013 at 12:24

    What another beautiful card Sue, it really is stunning. Hugs, Jen x
    Krafty Keepsakes

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  123. jane stillman27 October 2013 at 12:31

    A fabulous card,love the holly striped stamped background, bauble, flowers and gilding flakes. Congratulations to the winners, and a big thank you for the videos Sue x

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  124. hazel27 October 2013 at 12:34

    Hi Sue
    A Stunning Christmas card.I do love that Coconut card it really is a beautiful colour.Congrats to all the winners.
    Take care Sue and stay safe in the Storm that is going to hit. I am fine as i live in the NE of Scotalnd and it wont affect us.
    Hazel G x

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  125. Unknown27 October 2013 at 12:35

    Beautiful Christmas card , but what's new, all your cards are beautiful, congratulations to all this weeks winners... xx

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  126. Howdy27 October 2013 at 12:38

    Stunning card a gain, Sue. Love it.

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  127. nzillingworth27 October 2013 at 12:38

    HI SUE
    WOW WHAT A CARD. THEY JUST SEEM TO GET BETTER AND BETTER. CANT GO WRONG WITH GOLD FOR CHRISTMAS.
    VIDEOS ARE BRILL AND CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE.WHAT WILL WE LEARN NEXT.
    CONGRATS TO ALL THE WINNERS. YOUR IN FOR FAB PRIZES.
    BORN AGAIN SPELLBINDER
    NADINE HUG XXX

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  128. Gail27 October 2013 at 12:46

    Gorgeous card yet again and I luv every single element on it xx the gold on gold tone and the gilded bauble xx luv it, luv it, luv it xx GailT xx

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  129. SusanP, Kent27 October 2013 at 12:53

    Gorgeous gilding, Beautiful background, Opulent ornament and pretty poinsettias. This is a very special card with many variations possible. You open my eyes to so many new ideas. Thanks Sue.
    Sue

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  130. Unknown27 October 2013 at 13:07

    This is a stunning card Sue - I have that ornament already so would love the stamps - will have to check them out. Lovely colourscheme - a really striking card for a special recipient!!!

    Paula x x x

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  131. Victoria27 October 2013 at 13:08

    Whata great card. This is my favourite bauble die as the shape isso classy. Won't be able to access your blog for the next week so will have 7 cards to catch up on next week. Xx

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  132. Robin27 October 2013 at 13:14

    Beautiful. Love the way you did the poinsettia. I have both the die & stamp now, will have to work them into this year's cards.

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  133. mikki27 October 2013 at 13:21

    Fabulous card Sue must make it so here I go shopping more goodies to add to my stash Mikki xx

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  134. mikki27 October 2013 at 13:24

    Fabulous card Sue must make it so here I go shopping more goodies to add to my stash Mikki xx

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  135. Unknown27 October 2013 at 13:49

    Stunning, opulent and beautiful. A definite must try!
    The videos have been brilliant and looking forward to more.
    Congratulations to all the winners.
    Hugs Sue x

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  136. Jane M27 October 2013 at 14:15

    I seem to have won something in your blog giveaway. How exciting! Oh, by the way what a lovely Christmas card!!!!!

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  137. nancyd27 October 2013 at 14:21

    Morning Sue, a beautiful card very
    classy gold and white and the touch of black just makes it pop.
    Congratulations to all the winners
    well done.
    Nancyd xx

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  138. Unknown27 October 2013 at 14:42

    Wow beautiful card Sue!

    Diane from Glasgow xx

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  139. Sonia Jones27 October 2013 at 14:43

    A stunning card it's so elegant love it hugs Sonia x

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  140. SHARICA27 October 2013 at 15:46

    Congrats to winners .. Love this card .. love Christmassy things :)

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  141. Julie Bee27 October 2013 at 16:04

    Hi Sue

    Another elegant card, so clean looking.

    Best Wishes

    Julie Bee

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  142. Julie Bee27 October 2013 at 16:05

    Hi Sue

    Congrats to all the lucky winners.

    Best Wishes

    Julie Bee

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  143. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 16:23

    Good afternoon Sue

    I love that striped holly background stamp. What a great card.
    Congratulations to all the winners.

    Hope everyone is safe indoors away from this nasty weather.

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  144. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 16:24

    Good afternoon Sue

    I love that striped holly background stamp. What a great card.
    Congratulations to all the winners.

    Hope everyone is safe indoors away from this nasty weather.

    Annie H xXx

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  145. Karen G Ratcliffe27 October 2013 at 17:10

    Afternoon Sue
    Love your Christmas card today. Wish there was a video on this, but know you can't do one on every one of them. Your thorough disscription of the card is a real help in explaining all you put into it. Congratulations to all the winners. Looking forward to tomorrow's card.

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  146. ros hodgkins27 October 2013 at 17:23

    Hi Sue, Fab card, not too difficult to make a few of ( good friends and family).
    Excellent news that there will be more video demonstrations.
    X Ros

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  147. magpie27 October 2013 at 17:37

    "WOW!" Sue, stunningly gorgeous card! Love the ribbon,die, background, gilding flakes and the white/gold poinsetta's x Congratulations to all the winners! It's a wonderful feeling when your name is picked out isn't it? Wonderful! You will love your prize x Never give up! Thank you so much for your very generous heart Sue, not just doing these fantastic videos but for the wonderful giveaway prizes too. xx Love Karen xx

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  148. sued9927 October 2013 at 17:56

    A lovely Christmas card. Have loved watching the videos this week. x

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  149. Tina27 October 2013 at 17:58

    Hi Sue

    I think this is one of my favourite Christmas cards, I love it. The colour scheme is very elegant.

    Congratulations to all the winners, enjoy your gift.

    Batten down the hatches we are in for a rough ride tonight, hope to you are all ok and look forward to reading the blogs tomorrow.

    Kind regards :-)

    Tina X

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  150. Anonymous27 October 2013 at 18:10

    Love it, love it, love it Sue. Absolutely beautiful. Can we get the gold twine anywhere? I am greatly enjoying the videos in conjunction with Joanna Sheen as well. Ann (France)

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  151. Snuffy Snoo27 October 2013 at 18:45

    Hi Sue, this is a stunner!! I do love the richness of gold. I'd love to receive a Christmas card like this one... Love Sam xxx

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  152. Crafting Newbie27 October 2013 at 19:25

    Fabulous card Sue! I love gilding flakes & Christmas is the perfect time to use them. Congratulations to the winners. Barbara x

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  153. Erica27 October 2013 at 19:33

    Elegant,rich, festive and with ribbon and gilding flakes too. What's not to like?
    Erica x

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  154. sharon27 October 2013 at 19:37

    Good evening Sue
    Such a beautiful, perfectly elegant card - I love it!
    Crafty hugs
    Sharon Kirkwood. x

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  155. kimberley27 October 2013 at 20:40

    Fabulous card,Sue,take care,x.

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  156. Jean Johnston27 October 2013 at 21:03

    Great impact Sue. The gold, black and white is so elegant.

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  157. Janice K27 October 2013 at 22:14

    A very opulent card, beautiful. x

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  158. brenda27 October 2013 at 22:15

    Hi Sue, a gorgeous card, love the vellum poinsettias and the bauble, I have both these dies and the matching stamps so can't wait to have a go at this card x

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  159. Paper Junkie27 October 2013 at 22:32

    Love everything about this card - it's gorgeous. Congratulations to the winners! Just loving the videos Sue. X

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  160. Maggie27 October 2013 at 22:43

    Hello. Nearly missed today's post. Lovely card and great stamping. What is tomorrow going to bring - and I don't just mean the storms. Keep warm and stay in and craft. xx Maggie (better without a bow)

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  161. Meg Owen27 October 2013 at 22:54

    Love the card today Sue.

    Margaret O
    xxx

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  162. Unknown27 October 2013 at 23:47

    Lovely card Sue. Like the heirloom ornament a lot xx

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  163. Unknown28 October 2013 at 09:12

    Great card. Love the ornament and the embossing.

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  164. Sue28 October 2013 at 10:38

    This is a true work of art and would need to be for someone VERY special! But some lovely techniques - again! - to use on their own too! Sue of Worcester

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  165. Mau xx28 October 2013 at 11:44

    Absolutely Gorgeous! Such a beautiful card with all the gilding and detail..amazing!
    Hugs Mau xx
    hope you are safe from the storm.
    xx

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  166. Anonymous28 October 2013 at 15:33

    Hi Sue
    Fabulous card today, a very nice Christmassy loving the background and the velum poinsettias are very classy.
    TFS
    Hugs
    Amanda x

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  167. Vie Carter28 October 2013 at 16:40

    wonderful card, just received my just rite stamps, hope mine looks as good

    Vie
    x

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  168. mags29 October 2013 at 06:31

    A really beautiful card Sue. Love all the various elements and the colour combo.
    Mags
    x

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  169. mags29 October 2013 at 06:31

    A really beautiful card Sue. Love all the various elements and the colour combo.
    Mags
    x

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  170. Rose in Chester30 October 2013 at 09:32

    Hi Sue,
    I LOVE this card - it must be the most elegant bauble I have ever seen... Took me a while to understand your instructions but finally it clicked. Must try that for a VERY SPECIAL person (well, they'd have to be I'M running short on time)
    That bow doesn't look messy AT ALL - everything is so beautiful.
    Hugs, Rose

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  171. cmu30 October 2013 at 18:00

    Simply stunning - anyone receiving this would feel really special.

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