Tuesday 6 May 2014

Days of Wine & Roses



Hello friends!  Tuesday video day again and I will be showing you how to make one of the styles of flowers you can do using the Classic Rose die.  These are very easy and a really pretty addition to any handmade card too.  Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel by clicking on the link on the right hand side of my blog.  That takes you right to the channel and you just need to click "subscribe" in the right hand corner.  You will automatically be notified when I add new videos to the channel.  There is a second card for you to see today as well so don't forget to scroll down to have a look!

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Finished dimensions are 7 1/2" x 8 1/2" in size.




A card from the Belle of the Ball  stamp set by Creative Expressions for the second card today.  I started by letterpressing the background using the Embossibility folder called Ornamental Iron.  I inked the folder with Antique Linen distress ink and embossed it onto my milk coloured card.  I stamped the border twice from the set in black on to milk card.  I added a thin black mat to them and mounted them diagonally across the corners of the card.  I stamped the dress in black and embossed it in clear and cut it out by hand.  Using an Antique Linen distress marker, I added some detail to the dress then mounted it on foam and placed it on the background.  I stamped the sentiment and cut it out with Decorative Labels Eight and inked it with Antique Linen.  Using the Vintage Florets, I made several small flowers to use around the sentiment tag.  I mounted the entire piece on a wide black mat and added Cosmic Shimmer black PVA glue dots to the edge.  A milk mat layer with piercing holes surrounds it and then a final solid milk mat.  Finished dimensions are 6 1/2" x 6 1/2" in size.  All for now, Sue x






199 comments:

Pam said...

Good morning Sue and all Wilsonettes. Love todays cards, (I seem to say that every day, but it is always true). Just gorgeous.

Back to work today, hope everyone is well. Love & hugs

Unknown said...

Both are beautiful can't wait to see the video
Crafty Hugs
Heather xx

Pat said...

Morning everyone
Two lovely cards again, I really must add the classic rose dies to my wish list
Pat x

Unknown said...

Morning. Lovely cards Sie. The second one is my favorite Just about to watch the video
Debra x

Unknown said...

Morning Sue
Once again two beautiful cards. Will watch the video when I'm in the craft room so I can follow you when you show the Classic Rose!
Many thanks for all your hard work and sharing.
Sheila x

Sandy G said...

Hi Sue
Both these cards are gorgeous. I love the letter pressing technique. So effective. The roses are lovely. Thanks for sharing.
Crafty hugs.

Wacki Macky said...

Wow! Love the cards today Sue, great. Will watch the videos when I get back from work.

Crfatihappiness to all, love from Pearl

Eemeli said...

Fantabulous! Gorgeous creations both. Can't wait to watch the video...

Hugs,
Eemeli

Vick said...

Hey there Sue, Oh WOW this is my day!!!! I love everything and the rich colours on the first card are so up my street!! I cannot wait to watch the video so off i go!! hugs and have a lovely day my friend xxx
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Mrs B said...

Hi Sue. Great card in a lovely colour combo : ) Thanks for the video, you make the rose so fast : ) I was wondering just how many you have made over the years? : )
A hug for Pam and all that are in need. Take care.

kitty davies said...

Morning Sue.
Thank you for the very informative video I will try once again to do the roses mine never look like your. The cards are beautiful. Take care, It is pouring with rain today a good day to craft Lol Kitty

Rosie said...

Will watch the video later, as I love the first card.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful card Sue. Enjoyed the video as always. Thank you
Pauline

Granny Smith said...

Hi Sue,
Love these cards especially the second one, so elegant! Will watch video later when I get back from work and give them a try.
Have a good day.
Chris xx

BridgetCG said...

Hello Sue, what stunning cards, great video showing the roses, and the combination of the dies. Love both cards, but have to say the first one is my favourite. Bx

Anonymous said...

"How pretty?" you say - well, very very pretty - a real Sue card. Love it all; gorgeous roses and plum card. Thank you for the video, wonder how many will be trying roses today?!
Really like the subtle letterpressing on the second card, and the design so easy to achieve.

'P' in Wales

Dreamt last night of the demo day at HW - you had to do it on the sidewalk and only two of us turned up in the morning (was it you Heater T?) then I realised I should have been at a later session. A C&C presenter was trying to sell a new cutting gizmo but it kept sticking, so you smiled sweetly, got into your very tiny red car and drove off. Bizarre, or what?

Anonymous said...

Sorry, Heather T!! 'P'

Carole Z said...

Both gorgeous cards and flowers Sue..video after work! :) Carole Z X

tracy w said...

Hi sue
Another two stunning cards love the first one that wine coloured card look great must get some the second card it love the dress stamp going to buy that stamp thanks for sharing the videos are great hope to see you on tv soon Tracy w x

CraftySuetoo said...

Good morning Sue and everyone.
I forgot it was video day (the Bank Holidays confuse me!!!) so it was a wonderful surprise when I logged on. Will have to watch when I get home as I'm running late this morning. I've followed your instructions on how to make the rose but it will be fantastic work along with you, thank goodness for tablets that go anywhere! The second card is stunning - I love it.
Have a great day all.
Sue xxx

Unknown said...

Hi again
couldn't resist and had to watch the video - will definitely be making roses tonight of all sizes!!!
Thank you.
Sheila x

Jackie T said...

Good morning Sue today's cards are gorgeous. I will watch the video when I get home from work. Have a great day everyone. Love Jackie

Magzeeann said...

Hi Sue. Two really beautiful cards again today! The second one will be great for my granddaughters prom ~ thank you for the inspiration! Will watch the video later. Hugs,
Maggie x

floss said...

Hi Sue,
Great video and two lovely cards. The first one is my favorite one. After seeing you use the plum card a while back, I ordered some from Joanna Sheen and it's stunning as are the roses. Thank you. X

Crisco said...

Lovely cards ... the darker roses look like they are made out of chocolate!

englishrose897 said...

Good morning Sue and all followers,
2 lovely cards today.
Have a great day
Sally x

carol edwards said...

Good morning Sue and everyone, love both cards' the roses are beautiful and the dress define. Off to watch video x

Gail said...

Two stunning cards again xx will catch up with the video tut later but luvin the roses in the first card and the off-set stamped bands on the second xx GailT xx

Anonymous said...

GM Sue - absolutely love the 1st card - think that's a must try - will watch video later - wet and dull here today - ahh well the sun couldn't last I suppose.
Rgs
Clare W

Unknown said...

Morning Sue Wow two beautiful cards I love them both. I think I will be having to make these I hope you dont mind. I wish I could come up with half yhe designs that you come up with. Well im off now theirs a video to watch so I'll see you tomorrow. Many thanks xxx

Debs A xx

JJ said...

Two Beautiful cards Sue, love them both, particularly love the boarder in the second one, not sure which set this comes from but it looks like one of you California designs lol!

Love & Hugs

Jacquie J xxx
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Julsb said...

Beautiful cards, love the dress stamp in the second card.

Gail said...

Good morning Sue,
Hope you are having a brilliant time in Fl. Today's cards are both lovely, but I do like the first one best! Great video on how to make the roses, thanks.
Gail Cx

cr@fty said...

Good morning Sue
Two very beautiful cards for us this morning. I love the plum card it's such a rich colour. I have the stamps you used to make your roses with and I wonder if you could stamp then cut them out. I'm off home today so will try later and will let you know. I love the colours and all the dies you've used in the first card, especially the way all your dies work together. The second card is a very pretty feminine card. Thanks for the hints and tips in the video and as always you make everything so achievable.
'P' in Wales you made me laugh when I read about your dream and it was definitely me with you lol
Hugs x
Heather T

Unknown said...

Hi Sue, brilliant cards today. Love the flowers on the first card and the dress on the second. Don't I wish I had a figure like that. Will watch video fur babies willing later with a cuppa. Lol lynne m & fur babies x x x

There is justice after all , hubby has been constantly saying "don't know what your problem is , poochies are little angels for me". Well they weren't yesterday when he was looking after them hehe. He planted lots of daliha bulbs that our youngest daughter had bought for him and poochies sat and watched. As soon as his back was turned Tilly started digging them up. It does me good to know once in a while its not just me they drive nuts lol .

Lynda - email not arrived again - craftlynnie59@hotmail.co.uk .
Lindsay - hope your rib is better and your mums ankle.
Jean - big big hugs for your son.
Yorkielass, Magpie, Norah - gentle hugs to you from the little b's

To all "Wilsonettes" may your day be bright even if the weather is not . Lol lynne m x x x

Rosemarie said...

Morning Sue, Two beautiful cards today. I am very much a flower person, so love the roses. Dull and wet here this morning. Have a good week.

Love Rosemarie xx

JAO said...

Lovely cards Sue.

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Two for one today Znd both gorgeous, love the roses and the dress is a beauty

Angela Wade said...

Hi Sue and Wilsonettes,
two very pretty cards today but quite different in design - like them both Just watched the video for the Wine and Roses, lovely colours. Will have to give flower making a go when back home.
Flying back to Dubai after my 4 day break in Phuket at midnight.
Hope the sun is shining for you all.
Best Wishes, Angela in Thailand x

Patricia Howarth said...

Morning Sue, A beautiful video and card, I especially loved watching you demo the classic rose. Your second card is equally beautiful, I especially love the faux letterpress technique, I haven't tried it yet - but I will !!
Lots of love from Patricia xx

Angela Wade said...

Hi Sue, loved yesterday's card too. Very pretty in the blue and white.
Best wishes, Angela in Thailand x

Nanna Tina said...

Hi Sue
I love both cards, lovely colours I will have to get those dies as soon as so I can have a play at making the roses, I have some smaller dies to make roses but they are just too small for my hands.
The weather is so different today and it is dull, wet and grey and hubby has dentist today so crafting will be later, managed to watch the video on my phone this morning before my family got up but battery went flat before I could leave a comment so put my computer on.
Love and hugs to all
Happy crafting
Love Tina x

Jean Z said...

Hi Sue, Both these cards are beautiful and I love the rose die must get it . love Jean Z xxx

Anonymous said...

Morning Sue. Two beautiful cards again. The first one with your roses on is lovely. When i got theses dies i cut them out in a few different colours and sat and made them all up the first ones didn't come out that well but by the time i had finished i thought they were ok and the plum card makes it look very rich. The second one is beautiful i have these stamps but never thought to cut them out by hand i have always stamped them then cut them out with a spellbinder now you know why we need you just to give us crafters your insperation and to remind us to do thing a little diffarent. Have a lovely day.
Best Wishes.
Denise x

TOB said...

Two lovely cards today,(they are always lovely) The second one is my favourite. Have a great day, hugs Theresa. xx

Janette MacArthur said...

Good morning - once again two beautiful cards - love them both!
Hugs Janette xx

PharmacyMichele said...

Two great cards, love the first one and the video. Sun is shining and I have a week off work-yeah!

Michele.

Jan.moogie said...

Two for the price of one lovely, both are gorgeous and the rose demo too. We are truly spoilt, thanks Sue love them both xx

camelot67 said...

Good M orning Sue,

Two beautiful cards today and I shall watch the video a little later. Thank you for sharing and Sue, I hope you enjoy the rest of your day
Margaret A.

Jayne S said...

Two stunning cards today and a tutorial, what a great start to a dull day. Thanks Sue.

cheryl brown said...

gorgeous cards today. love the deep maroon one, that's the colour I always go for if I'm making special birthday cards for
older family and friends. Hugs Cheryl xxx

Aspiring crafter said...

Two lovely cards Sue-will watch video later.
Love the roses and also the way you have embossed the second card .
Have a great day Sue ,
XxxxRuth

Alison Couchman said...

I love the deep plum of the first card and the roses are gorgeous. I keep wanting that die but am very aware of the cost of posting these highly embellished cards so might wait a while.
Have a good day all.

Unknown said...

Hi Sue I love the classic rose set and use it on a lot of my cards. I have only got the Spanish background and the Seville sets so far. The others are beautiful too must add them to my wish list. The second card looks almost Victorian - very pretty.
Denise X

Annie said...

GM Sue, two lovely cards and the video is great, thank you. Such a lovely colour, the plum. You make it look so easy!
Have a great week, Sue, and everyone
Hugs Annie

Nananne said...

Two stunning cards! Loved the video as it really shows the dies so well and also the roses, which are beautiful .
Hugs to all xo

Janet k said...

Morning Sue, two gorgeous cards today thank you, I love the first one and the colour combination, thank you for showing the roses, I will have my own garden now, just lovely! Have a good day, Janet x

Linda28 said...

Your spoiling us again today Sue! Two beautiful but very different cards, love them both, will be watching the video later. Maroon is so classy and rich looking. My youngest granddaughters prom in June so may have to get this stamp. Best wishes to all. Linda.

heather harrison said...

Morning Sue. What can I say but that both cards a gorgeous. Love the colours in both. I must try that embossing technique. Will watch the video later. Have a good day. Hugs Heather.x

ssn.wht@gmail.com said...

Both very pretty cards today - will catch the utube video later! Thanks, Susan x

TDQ Karen said...

You make such beautiful flowers, I guess I will have to keep practising LOvely cards once again xx

MRS DUCK said...

Good morning Sue and everyone.
Love the roses and embossing but not a fan of the dress stamps Im afraid.
Have a great day.
Ang x

Unknown said...

Love the first card, but unsure on second im not keen on using stamped images as the main focal point,properly because I don't stamp unless its a sentiment,
I think everything else about the card is lovely, and that stamp is so pretty and detailed,sorry but number one wins it for me sue x
Norah that could be so tempting lol dont know how long the cards would last for in our possesion but we could have a laugh finding out lol
Take care all , raining in highlands today
Hugs lorraine x

Donna Jones said...

Hi Sue,
Great video again. Beautiful cards, loving the rich plum card, sugared roses and flourish dress too.
Donna Jones

karenlotty said...

Love the flowers Need list again! Hee hee! Julia has posted a card with the classic rose die All 3 embellishments are so different from one die! (Did any of that make sense!) Not many i occasions when I can make cards with dimension as most of mine need to be posted

gwen70 said...

Two beauties today Sue, the second card is stunning

Anonymous said...

Belinda Raven said....

Hi Sue, thanks for the great video. The Belle of the Ball card is 'to die for' lol! I will enjoy making her for a friend.

Hugs, Belinda. X

Hilary said...

Good morning Sue, and everyone. Two specials for us today!
Look forward to watching the video later, and the second card is beautiful.
Wishing you all a happy and healthy day. Love and hugs. Hilary xxxx

Joan D said...

Two stunning cards. Must try the letterpress technique as it looks so unusual and different. Will watch video later x x

Sue from Wiltshire said...

Such pretty cards. Will have a go at the rose as I have the dye set, and look forward to seeing some more things to make with it too.

Carol Clarke said...

Morning Sue
Both cards are stunning as usual, you are an inspiration to us all
Hugs
Carol x

hollyberry said...

Two beautiful cards but I think that the first is my favourite-well wine and roses,what more can a girl want-well maybe chocolate!

Marianna Hammer said...

Thank you so much for another wonderful video. What a card. I love the colors!!
The other card is lovely too :)

June Horrocks said...

Beautiful cards sue you are so so clever my granddaughter Annabelle has a prom in July I think the dress is a must thank you sue love always June xxxx

Marion said...

Hi Sue what beautiful cards ,love the burgundy one ,I have the flower dies so will be trying out the roses.
Marion H

Sonia Stephenson said...

Hi. Lovely cards and great video today. Just love your roses - they're so beautiful. Have a great day and hugs to all xxx

lydia jordan said...

Hi Sue,
Love the richness of the first card, and the roses are fabulous. I do like the concept of the second card, but sorry, I'm not a fan of the dress stamps.
Will watch the video later.
Lydia
X

Unknown said...

Good morning Sue and everyone

More loveliness for a Tuesday morning. Thank you as ever Sue.

Take care

Christine
xx

nattyboots said...

Hi Sue

Just loving your cards as always , will watch the video later with a well deserved cuppa
Take Care
Elaine H X

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue. Morning Wilsonettes. Thank you for 2 smashing cards ( not used that before) now I know why - its an understatement to your work ! The classic rose die has to be next on my wish list then the fern, or.is it the striplet, rose then fern ? Oh dear, I hate having to make choices ! What a fab tutorial for the rose, and that little touch of sugaring - the Finishing Touch'
Off for routine bloods and to get a lump looked at, ignored it for 2 weeks and its a little painful, so time to get it checked (just below my ear and on my jawline)

Hope all of our family are well, to those not so good, I send my love and hugs.
Have a wonderful day Sue.
Love you.
Lancashire Steph xx

Angela Allen said...

Hi Sue
Two more lovely cards and a great tutorial.Love the roses die.
Love Angela x

yorkielass said...

Hello Sue, Two beautiful cards again and thank you for the great video, you make it look so easy, the results are wonderful. The plum card is so rich and love the embossing. The dress on the second card is so elegant, must get that stamp. Have a lovely sunny day with your Mom.
Pam and Tina gentle hugs to you.
Jean hope Gary is improving and has his operation soon, hugs to you both.
Lynne M your fur babies tale made me smile, I can imagine your hubby's face when he realised what Tilly had done, hugs to you and little bs.
Norah, Steph and Tres hope you are feeling well.
Cameeli hope you are coming down from cloud nine and savouring the wonderful memories.
Take care everyone.
Hgs June xxx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
Oh wow I love both these cards - can't wait to see the video when I get home. Love the colours of the first card and the dress stamp is right up my street as they say. Hope everyone has a good day.
Beverley W

Jess Watson said...

Morning Sue, two beautiful cards today, love both of them, I really must try and make the roses, Off to watch the video and your brilliant instructions. Still catching up on 3 weeks of Sue, after missing out being on holiday, wi-fi on ship was rubbish! Take care, Jess x

Glenharon said...

Good morning sue and fellow Wilsonettes,
Two very beautiful but entirely different cards for us today and being honest i couldn't pick between them as both stunning. The dress is one i have always longed for but at 5'1" have no chance of ever doing it justice, my friend Debbie now at the grand rafters of 6' she would look stunning and she has the model figure for it as well. I forgot it was Tuesday so forgot that it was movie day and the bonus of another fantastic card for our delight.
Welcome home Janet(Ecco) hope that you had a lovely time when you were away. I hope your 4 day reviver to Phuket has done you a power of good Angela.
Now Lynne, i was giving some thought to Tilly's legwarmers as they wouldn't take that long to knit up (listen i went through school being called knitty Norah and not for the normal reasons of the nit nurse either)and i am quite sure you could get her a little body vest with the tutu attached from like Matalan to full fill her ambitions of star and beam gymnastics;). How could you deprive that wee soul(my word)diva(yours) her ambitions?
Now Lorraine, all we need to make sure of is that they have a healthy overdraft and not to go too far over it,yes???
Going back to bed as having a rough wee days so i will wish you all a fanastic day and see you all tomorrow. Cameeli having gone AWOL since the wedding come backkkkkk...
Or was the festivities that lively that you are still in recoverance mode?
Love and crafty hugs to all,
Norah (Glenochil) where my hills are shining bright and clean today.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful cards. Take care. Claire

hazel young said...

Stunning cards Sue love them both xx hazel

nancyd said...

Morning Sue, two fantastic cards today
just going to watch video now still having
problems bringing both you and Julia's
blogs up don't know the problem.
Nancyd xx

barbiepinkfairy said...

Two real stunners!

JESSIE said...

MORNING SUE
LOVE YOUR CARDS TODAY THEY ARE JUST BEAUTIFUL.GORGEOUS COLOURS

Anonymous said...

SUEperb cards today Thank you Sue. I will have to watch the video later AND catch up with You Tube. Keep well. Mabex

Unknown said...

Beautiful cards.
Love the flowers.

ellyscard creatief said...

Both are beautiful.
Love the roeses.
Gr Elly

Lacelady said...

Ooh, a twofer! I love both, but that dress and border stamp really appeal to me. Off to see the video, though I'm sure I've seen you do them on C&C, but it never bores me, and reinforces my memory. Thank you so much.

nannapat said...

Two fabulous cards Sue, I love the elegance of the second one. Gorgeous flowers on both of them -I'll watch the video later. Pat x

Chris Curry said...

Two beautiful cards Sue. I have tried the rose making before and they were ok, but I forgot to do the pinching so will do that today. I am making an anniversary card and they would be perfect. Thank you. Take care. Xx

Brenda said...

Good morning Sue,
Love the video and the tutorial on making roses, I know you have it on your blog - but just to see you making them (and I now have these dies as well) is brilliant. Thank you! Card is absolutely stunning, almost a signature card -anyone would recognise this is your work. Love the second card and the Faux letter press looks gorgeous.
Have a good day, big hugs to everyone who needs them LOL.
Take care, love Brenda xxx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue
Two gorgeous cards again. I couldn't choose a favourite they are both stunning. Thank you.
Bye for now.
SandraP xxx

Glennis F said...

Two fabulous cards today, and thanks for the video

Beryl said...

Hi Sue, love both cards. Will have to watch the video later.

Maryann Laursen said...

WAUW todays card is soooooooo gorgeous Sue, I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE these dies from teh Spanish Collection, and this card just showed me, I was right about them. But also the other card today is sooo beautiful too, you are really a true artist with these dies hun. I loved the making of the rose sooo much, you really make it look sooo easy to make them.

Aspiring crafter said...

Just watched video Sue-love the embossing with the die , looks so pretty,
XxRuth

Laura O said...

two fantastic cards today love both of them .Laura O

Anonymous said...

Hello Sue
Both cards today are absolutely fabulous. I have just watched the video and am just off to cut some roses ready to have a play! The video reminded me that I didn't reach perfection when I tried to make some last time!
I love the rich plum card you have used and it is one of my favourite colours so will try and achieve a similar result with the Spanish collection dies I have.
The second card is very elegant too and love the "posh frock stamp" you have used.
Love from Lesley S

Sandra said...

Good Morning Sue & lovely ladies,
The bank holiday weekend has confused my days, so seeing the video tutorial was a lovely surprise, thanks Sue!
Two gorgeous works of art again today, I do love those dress stamps, they look stunning however you use them, they have so much detail that they work being stamped with no colouring as well as being coloured too.
Cameeli, I hope you are well, missing your humour, (and I am excited to hear how your lovely wedding weekend went), but I am sure you are exhausted so take it easy.
Lancashire Steph, hope all goes well for you today!
Crafty Hugs to you all,
Sandra xxx

Maureen Killen said...

Good morning, Sue,
Beautiful, beautiful cards. I know we always say it but it's true. Can't choose between them!
Look after yourself xx

Pauline A said...

Morning Sue, Two lovely cards for today. I enjoy making my own flowers for any card which I make so am looking forward to giving your roses a go. Also looking forward to watching the video later with a coffee and some peace. Hugs Pauline A x

Julie Bee said...

Hi Sue

Two great cards, love them both for different reason's.

Will watch the video later.

Best Wishes

Julie Bee

p.s. What's happened to Cameeli, want to hear how the wedding went?

Debbie Tinks said...

Love the cards Sue ....happy crafting ...x

Sheila - Ginger said...

Morning Sue,
First of all a great video with a stunning card....love the plumand white and than a wonderful prise...a second card....abnther stunning card. Thank you so much Sue for all the hard work and inspiration you put into your blog.

Love Sheila xx

Val Jones said...

Good Morning Sue. Both cards are treasures. Looking forward to watching the flower video later.
Love Val in Spain x

Lorraine Freeman said...

Love the videos, thanks again :) Beautiful cards once more

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue lovely cards as usually. Question can you please ask to have the tied together embossing folder rereleased really love it and can't find one anywhere many thanks

Skybluepinkpixi

Victoria said...

How pretty? VERY PRETTY!! Love the flowers, I've made so many over the years following your instructions, and they're fab. Love the second card too. The embossing folder and borders go really well with the detail on the dress. Great classy card.

terrie said...

Both of your cards turned out awesome...I have no idea how you come out with such lovely cards...
Seeing you put these cards together is just magical.
Well done Sue

Kiraneries said...

Hi Sue, two gorgeous cards. The Roses are beautiful. Thanks for the video and I will be playing catch up watching them after we get home tomorrow. The second card is very feminine and I love it. A gorgeous stamp the dress.

jean.phillips1 said...

Morning Sue, Spoiling us again with two stunning cards! Love them both! Love Jean xxx

Pat L said...

Hi Sue
Two beautiful cards, love them both. Didn't get to comment yesterday but really loved the peek a boo card with the wonderful Italian die and stamp
Best wishes to everyone, Pat

Unknown said...

Two great cards today Sue, am off to watch the video so I can make some of your roses up. I spent Sunday cutting out my Italian collectin in as many different ways as I could and also cut the roses and faux quilled flowers, so I'm ready to go.
Lynne you made me chuckle as always with the girls antics and I'm so pleased Tilly has proved your not mad to your OH, Norah keep up with the lovely stories too,hugs to all, from me and my still sore rib (mums ankle is improving all the time Lynne but my rib is being a little tetchy as I an not rest it as much as I should) xxx

Floss said...

HI Skybluepinkpixi,


Emerald Crafts have 5 in stock.I have ordered from them and the service is very good.Hope this helps.

Karen said...

Both lovely and love the black/ivory combo. Will enjoy the video later when all the chores get done!! xx

Tres said...

Hi Sue. It's video day today !! My favourite !! A two - fer as well !! You really do spoil us Sue. The video as always is just FAB !! I love you demo on your Roses dies. I have really got into making these Roses now over the last few weeks or so and to be honest, I am finding them a bit addictive !! I just want to make them in any colour card I can find !! I have not tried them using felt though yet.
I will definitely be following today's video now as I see I was not rolling them back enough after bending them round the edge of my paintbrush and not quite getting the two smallest petals quite right to fit inside the larger layers !! I am always learning something new following you !!
I really love the rest of the card to and have most of the dies you used so I will definitely be giving this card a go. I already have the plum card so I will be making Plum coloured Roses next !!
The second card today is beautiful to. I have not seen this dress stamp before. It looks very pretty. I may have to get this one. I think this dress would look beautiful on a Wedding card or Wedding invitations. The border stamps are very pretty to. X x x
Have a lovely day today, take care Sue love Tres x x x

To all the wonderful Wilsonettes, Have a lovely day today. Take care everyone love Tres x x x

Tres said...

PS I forgot to say to you Sue, I made your faux quilled leaves for the first time yesterday in white and they are just gorgeous !! All I need to get now is the faux quilled blooms flower dies !! I still love my Roses though !! Love Tres x x x

Lynda's craft's said...

Good morning Sue & Wilsonettes Wow two gorgeous cards love the first so rich & elegant love the classic rose die used it loads I will watch video after I finished the ironing. The second card is sooo pretty just love it Sue
Thank you for sharing two lovely cards xx

Lynne m sorry email still didn't get to you I defently put your email address in properly so could you try sending one to me lynda_brock@msn.com ( I will also try again )
Love your little tale with Tilly & the bulbs bet hubby had to admit they are not always little angels lol xx

Lanc Steph hope all goes well with tests today sending you hugs xx

Jean hope Gary has his operation soon he must be in a lot of pain sending you both love & hugs.xx

Hugs to Pam & all that need them xx

Love & hugs to you Sue hope your still enjoying you time with mom xx Lynda Brock xx

Rose in Chester said...

Hi Sue,
the first card is absolutely exquisite - the dies are just made for the colour combo of white and plum. Beautiful, elegant and divine, that's what the roses are. I'm still having to practise to get them looking as good as yours.
The second card is also beautiful but it cannot compete with the first one. HOWEVER, I would count myself very lucky to receive it.
Hugs, Rose

Jeanie said...

Hi Sue two gorgeous cards great video my favourite with roses used this die so much making roses and used lots of my small pieces of card up and so pretty too thankyou

Emily said...

Beautiful cards, Sue! Love the plum color ,and the roses are so elegant! Your dies are so gorgeous too. Thanks for the video

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue. Classy & elegant cards but I do have a favourite - the first one - stunning roses!
Adstar

Myra P said...

Hi Sue,
Gorgeous cards today although the first one is my favourite! I love the plum card and have some but scarcely used it! I will now! Love making the roses but mine were never just right - ok - but not right! Now I know where I'm going wrong and it's in the last two little pieces and the rolling or not enough of it! Lol .
Tres I think you and I have the same problem with them - but hey there is comfort in not being the only one! x
Have been cutting loads of faux quilled flowers and leaves as I go to a Care Home to craft this afternoon! Have stamped and cut the big butterflies and other birds and flowers and we will make a Spring garden picture together! - well that's the theory - practice may be a whole lot different. We will have fun - that's the main thing!
Steph - do hope all goes well today. X
Jean still thinking about you and all who need a crafty hug!
Love Myra
Ps. Did Heather turn into heater cos dream had demo taking place outdoors!! X

lydia jordan said...

Hi Sue,
Just popped back to say thank you for the video today, perhaps now I can make roses as good as your. Thanks for the tutorial.
Lydia
X

Nana on the Hill said...

Hi Sue, two more beautiful cards, how do you do it! I recently did a wedding card following one of your designs and got some lovely comments, for which l thank you. Your a real inspiration.

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
Thank you for the stunning demo.
I love the Spanish collection more and more. The roses are gorgeous!
Veronique L

Nana on the Hill said...

Hi Sue, two more beautiful cards, how do you do it! I recently did a wedding card following one of your designs and got some lovely comments, for which l thank you. Your a real inspiration.

baconbits said...

Afternoon Sue
Two breath taking cards today, both very sophisticated.
Off to watch video.
TFS
Hugs
Amanda x

Ecco of Sheffield said...

Afternoon sue
Two very different gifts today by two oh so pretty in their own right.
Will finally reach my own doorstep tonight so everything back to normal tomorrow.
I can then get right back to my morning with my crafty family. Thank you Nor ah for the welcome home.
Take care and hope to see you all tomorrow.
Janet x

Pam B said...

Beautiful, both of them, what more is there to say

love Pam

Janice Jerolymack said...

Thank you sooooo much for the rose tutorial. I will finally be able to use my dies. Very much appreciated and I just love your cards.

hazel said...

Hi Sue
Thank you for the rose tutorial and for the Video.It's a beautiful card the second card is so beautiful and very Elegant would make a beautiful wedding card
Take care
Hazel G xx

Unknown said...

Good afternoon Sue. Thanks for an excellent tutorial again. Please don't stop filming these videos. I love them.
Luckily for me I have the dies for the first card. Which I'm still playing with and will for a long time yet health permitting. The second card I have one of the elegant dresses which could look equally as stylish but I don't think it has as much detail as the dress featured here. It's the letter pressed background that does most of the work, it really makes it another wow card. I think I might try to give it a go in the very near future. My napa valley die finally arrived today so that will be something else to play with too. You have inspired me with so many ideas again. You really are a treat.
Well the sun's out here today so I'm going to make the most of it.
Crafty love to everyone, take care, Jo xx

Unknown said...

Hi Sue,
The first card is such a classic design, which would work in almost any colour way and create a completely different mood. The roses are lovely, they almost look real, and add great dimension to the card. Great, easy to follow tutorial, as always.
What a contrast with the second card, so dramatic and theatrical, and again, would work in many colour combos. The stamps are so detailed, a very girlie card.

fluffycat said...

Hi Sue, two beautiful cards today but I think the first one just has the edge for me, probably because of the roses :-)
Norah, sorry it is a bad day for you but the hills do look lovely so I'm sure they will help you feel better.
Lancashire Steph, hope the lump turns out to be nothing but you are right, it is always best to get checked out.
Frances

Unknown said...

Hi Sue, two more beautiful cards the first one is my fav tho the second one is very pretty just right for a prom card. going to watch the vid now and see where im going wrong with the roses. Yvonne xxx

Karen G Ratcliffe said...

Morning Sue
Thank you for the superb video! Love the purple and white of the best wishes card. The dies are still on my wish list, but Mother's Day is coming!! Love the second card and admire how all the designs go so well together!
Very creative and lovely, as usual!
Hugs, Karen

Lynn (delphinoid) said...

Gorgeous Cards Sue!

I love them both and really love the colours on the first card.

Thanks always for sharing such wonderful inspiration.

Happy Crafting!!! :) X X

Tina said...

Hi Sue and blog friends,

I just DITTO all the lovely words said about your cards today, I love the flowers, another on my NEED list, Going to put the kettle on and sit and watch the video now.

Steph, I hope all goes well for you today. X

Hugs to you Pam. X

Kind regards to all :-)

Tina XX

Rachel Taylor said...

Lovely cards Sue .the second is my favourite.
Crafty hugs Rachel x

Susi Mortimer said...

Afternoon Sue and everyone,
Gorgeous cards as always, love the colours can,t wait to see the video, will watch when I'm in my craft room later.
Hope you are getting a rest while you are with your Mom.Take care. Susi xx

johanna said...

hi sue from rainy co mayo western ireland (i'm on holiday) two beautiful gorgeous cards i'm showing them to my family and they are all oooohing and aaaahing once again we all love the colours and roses and dies and everything about them love j

Maggie C said...

Hello Sue. Ha - I've just mastered the rose technique with your dies and lo and behold there it is to remind me. They are so versatile I use these lovely flowers on everything. xx Maggie (better without a bow)

Ivonka said...

Hurrah! I love it when there's a video!

Ita said...

Hi Sue and everyone my I pad is showing your video like a slide show but I do have sound,waiting for my son to have a look at it
The cards are both works of art.i love the flowers and have the Die but I have made some terrible ones ,so into the bin.and start again.i love the second card and the dress is stunning.
Both cards sining to me.
Ita

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Rosie said...

Two beautiful cards, Sue. Loved the tutorial and the detailed explanation on how you made the first card, TFS.....

Caron28 said...

Hello Sue. Both beautiful cards, love the roses on the first and gorgeous dress stamp on the second. Thank you for the tutorial. xx

Jane said...

Both beautiful card today love them both .

Jane xx

Unknown said...

2 amazing cards today. Love them both.
Thanks
Janice W

SusanP, Kent said...

The roses are so real-looking! This die is great and I know I'll enjoy the video later. Both cards are terrific, but I do like #1 best.
Sue

Delilah64 said...

I have become really good (and quite quick) at making the roses now since following your tutorial, so thanks for sharing that technique. I love to learn all the new things that you demonstrate. I'm amazed that you never run out of ideas. You really are so creative.

Thanks

Nic xx

Unknown said...

Sue two stunning cards as always . Hazel x

Unknown said...

Hi Sue, I've said it before and I'm sure I'll say it many times, I Love Tuesday/Thursday as it's Video Days, The Fabulous You Tube Subcription is a Tremendous idea, Where all Your Fantistic Video's are all lined up no need to look by name, I think it's a Wonderful idea.
If people don't watch Create and Craft, (Which I only WATCH when YOU, JULIA, PHILL, and SAM are on). by watching You Tube they can at least watch your Awesome Demo's here.
Not being unkind it's without a Presenter Keep updating you on stock levels and going through Stock so for me.
The You Tube Subcription is a great big "PLUS FOR ME!"
I Love how you've used your Spanish Dies together, I really Love how you Embossed the Centre of
"The Granada Die" it's so Pretty! Then cutting
"The Galicia" in Plum is Awesome The Detail of these Dies are quite Tremendous, Fabulous Flowers using The Classic Rose Die, Sue you are one Extremley Talented Lady, The Video's are so informative and helpful for Future Reference.
We are really Lucky Today "TWO CARDS" So today your sharing another Beautiful Card I Love The Milk and Black Card together, then you've used and a Stunning Stamp From none other than "Creative Expression" who for me are now Market Leaders in Craft Products, you can trust them, the quality is perfection,
"No there not paying me to say all this Lol!"
The Stamp you've used "Belle Of The Ball" is a Stunning Stamp, the Awesome Embossing Folder is Extremley Striking and so detailed, I love all The details of this Card, The Dress Is so Pretty and you've even added a Pearl Choker on just to add that difference, I've so enjoyed watching The Video twice! and I'm sure I'll watch it again as there's always something you miss, The Cards today have been Truly Tremendous, Thanks for Sharing Sue I so much appreciate it, and The Fabulous Photograph shots.
Take Great Care Sue Love and Hugs from Sam x
To All Sue's Bloggers I do hope your all well.
Hugs from Sam

Diane Green said...

Two beautiful cards today Sue and lovely colours. I think the plum is very striking and shows off tne Italian dies beautifully. Thank you for the demo on the roses it's all very clear to see how they fit together. Have a great dat. Love Diane G xxxxx

Pat S Witney said...

Hi Sue
both of these cards are absolutely stunning. I seem to have missed yesterday's as well. Not to sure if I'm on foot or horse back at the moment with our relatives staying. I will look at the video later if I have a chance, otherwise it will have to be later. the dies and stamps are stunning as are the roses. They look like velvet roses. Superb. Hugs to everyone who needs one as usual.

Craftychris said...

Two stunning cards! xx

Sue Crease said...

Sue, both cards are so lush in their own rights.
Sue. C

Carol S. said...

Love both of these cards today. Right up my street.. Hugs, Carol S.xx

Anonymous said...

Beautiful cards again Sue, Cant wait for my rose dies to come now. I have a question. You often use lovely hat pins on your creations and say you make them up yourself , however I have been unable to find the blank pins for this. Please can you tell me where they can be purchased. Many thanks.... Rena

CraftyJo said...

That second card really 'floats my boat' ;), lovely.

Unknown said...

Great video, really like the rose dies and the card is gorgeous.

Nadine in Spain said...

Two lovely cards and another great video tutorial - Thanks Sue!

Nadine

Karen Drew said...

We are spoilt today with two beautiful cards.
Really love the dress one.
Luv
Karen xx

Janice K said...

Another two stunning cards,I love the elegance of the second one and the video tutorial has shown me that I MUST have the Classic Rose dies.x

Margaret corgi owner said...

Good evening Sue
Two glorious cards today absolutely beautiful as always, colours are wonderful and those roses, well what can I say that has not been said already they are absolutely fantastic!
Hope all goes well today Steph sounds a little like what my daughter had and it turned out to be a saliva stone of all things.
Thanks for your help Tina my (Sues really) embossing folder is on its way, yipee!!
Warm wishes and hugs to those who need them.
Margaret corgi owner

Terry Owen said...

Stunning, thank you :)

Paper Junkie said...

Two gorgeous cards Sue - thank you so much. Will try and watch video later -just about to make a thai curry - in a hurry - been up to my allotment garden most of the day and am now completely knackered! hugs to all. X

trent999 said...

Hi, I'm a bit late today. Fantastic cards Sue, I especially like the first one (Best Wishes) with the roses, I'm a sucker for roses as they're my favourite flowers. The video is excellent as always, it's so nice to have no interruptions.... Thank you for sharing.
Take care everyone. Nick xx

Joanne K said...

Hi Sue, just sat and watched the video and really enjoyed it. I am awaiting delivery of some of these dies and it was good to see how the mix and match. Another two great cards. Kind regards Joanne K x

Christine C said...

Hello Sue and Everyone.
Two lovely cards today Sue,
I found the video very helpful
as I have got the classic rose dies and I didn,t really know
how to use them so thank you for
the demo. hope you are well Sue
and everyone has been ok today.
From Christine C and Ella

Sioux P said...

fabulous cards today Sue and love the rose demo, will definitely have a go at those. Thank you as always

Theresa said...

what a treat. both cards are so beautiful. the first one is rich and decadent. awesome colour combo. the second is a classic xx

Unknown said...

Hi Sue - I am definitely in love with this first card - the colour choice the roses just everything and then there is the very different but equally beautiful second card. Thank you again and again.

Hugs to all in need and hope everyone has had a good day. Take care all Helen xx

Barbara said...

Two beautiful cards and a fantastic video!
You do make it look so easy Sue, love the plum coloured card and am just going to order it if Joanna Sheen has any left.

Maria said...

Fabulous cards,love them both and I also love the rose dies (will have to tell the kids hoes b-day coming up:).

weefortune said...

Hi Sue, beautiful card s today looking forward to watching the video as I've not used my rose dies yet, hope all is well with you hugs xx

alimecca said...

Hi Sue,
Two lovely cards for us to savour today. Love the first one and the video. Really must get to grips with making the roses - have the dies & now I can sit and do step by step with you! Hope you're having fab time with your Mom.
Steph hope everything went well today. Norah, sorry to hear you've had a bad day, hope tomorrow will be better for you. Love and hugs to everyone. Love Alison xx

Unknown said...

Two gorgeous cards. I'm not a lover of the plum but you've sold it to me on this card. Love love love the dress!

Hugs Alice x

magpie said...

Helloooo Sue and all the Wilsonettes! Wonderful, what a gorgeous two-fer package and video. I love the beautiful rich plum and white card. Stunning roses and thank you Sue for the tutorial. I love watching each stage that you do. It's my me time. The second card is a wow too. Loving the colour, the faux letter pressing technique and the dress stamp is lovely. I love how you have put the "borders" too it really looks effective. A different yet great way of using border stamps. Hopefully will have chance to play tomorrow!
Hope your day at work was ok Pam, sending you a hug xx, Lancs Steph, hope that lump is ok xx Norah, hope you're ok too xx Lyndsey, nice to see you! Hope you manage to rest that rib xx Myra, hope you've had a happy crafting day x Lynne, thank your fur babies for the gentle hugs. Seems like Karma has done a swift turnaround on your hubby and his daliha bulbs....mmm xx To all our Wilsonettes who are in need a bit of a hug. To you too Sue x take care everybody xx Love Karen xx

Jane Franklin said...

Hi all. Just love the the wine colour and the roses are so right with it. Just watched the faux letter tech and love it. Thanks Sue. Luv jax

Brawny x said...

Both cards are gorgeous Sue. Absolutely lovely x

sued99 said...

Gorgeous cards. going to watch the video now.

Suejimbel said...

Thanks for the classic rose tutorial, shall make some tomorrow! Lovely cards x

Shirley T. said...

Hi Sue,

Really pretty card. Thank you.

Much love,

Shirley T. xxxxxxxxxx

Lisbeth said...

Love the colours of the first card, unfortunately I can't afford to buy all the die sets until I win the lottery. Thank you for the tutorial on the wonderful roses, I still can't get mine to look as good as yours.

Lisbeth

Jackie Meechan said...

As usual 2 gorgeous cards. Colours dont look great on my phkne but can imagine them
Hugs
CraftyJacq
Xx

samantha wade said...

hi, love two card days, both are lovely, thanks for sharing, xx

Jan said...

Love this Sue. Thanks for sharing xx JAn

Unknown said...

Two gorgeous cards today.Love the richness of the plum one,and the roses are just beautiful.
Helen Bx

AnneRD said...

Lovely cards today Sue. Will have to watch the video tomorrow, been a bit busy today. Anne x

Sandy H said...

Two beautiful cards. I love using the flower dies you've used in the first one - even my feeble attempts look quite good. Will save the video to brighten up tomorrow.

Unknown said...

Hi sue and crafty crew.
Both cards are stunning in their own right. U really know how to get the creative juices glowing sue. I just want more!!!!! Lol will watch the vid when I get a min lol
Love Tracy from killie x