Hello my crafty friends! I really liked this new die called
Divine Eloquence and decided to use it and do a little paper piecing with the
Creative Expressions Flamenco stamp from the Singles range to create today's card. First, I created a textured background by embossing a piece of coconut white card with the
Celtic Flower embossing folder. This one is very detailed so I recommend a light spritz of water before embossing, it helps to soften the paper's fibres so they don't crack. I used my
Cosmic Shimmer dries clear glue around the edge and added some
Iced Snow for a bit of bling. I cut the
Divine Eloquence out of white card and backed it with
Lilac card cut just slightly larger. I mounted it in the centre of my embossed background with mounting foam for dimension. I cut the smaller die as a backdrop for my gown and mounted it with foam as well. I stamped my ball gown image onto milk card and coloured just the shoulders and neck of the mannequin and cut out thee entire image (you only have to be precise around the top, the rest will be covered with the dress). I stamped my image again on decorative paper. I picked a small pattern for this and cut out just the dress. I glued the dress to the cut out mannequin to complete my paper pieced stamped image. I mounted the dress in the middle of my die cuts. Using the same paper that I used for the dress, I die cut several flowers using my
Classic Rose die and made three flowers and added them around the stamped dress. I added some
white tulle and a pearl spray with the largest flower and seated the smaller two on the opposite side. I finished the card with a double white mat with a pierced inner layer and three
flatback pearls in the upper corner. The finished dimensions are 7 1/2" x 8 3/4" in size. Please leave a comment on today's post if you would like to be entered in the drawing to win this card. The winner will be announced on Saturday's blog post. All for now, Sue x
246 comments:
«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 246 of 246Hi Sue, sorry I have been missing but my computer has been "ill"!! Well, divine elegance says it all, a beautiful card, love from Jackie D
What a pretty and feminine
card. I do like that die set -off to hunt for it!!
Janet in Kent
Very very pretty. I really don't think the photos are doing today's card justice. Julie NZ
Oh my Sue this card is truly stunning. Words fail me.
Fingers crossed would so love to win it
Debra x
A beautiful and elegant card...
Well done on the choice of color Sue.
Such a gorgeous card. That dress is just beautiful.
Good evening Sue and everyone.
Apologies for my lateness but had work then visitors for my birthday.
Like Meg, I love the card but would substitute something else for the dress. The embossing is amazing.
Have a great evening.
Ang x
Hi sue
Beautiful card. I really looooove those roses. I haven't quite mastered them yet sue style but I'm getting there lol. Thank goodness for tutorials lol x
Ooooh sue, todays card is stunning.
Just been catching up with the cards from the last week as I have been on holiday. You never fail to produce something gorgeous every day
Luv
Karen xx
A stunning card that is so beautifully soft and elegant, love it. x
Wow!! This is just fabulous - I love it
What a gorgeous card today Sue, I'm not a girly girl so dresses aren't normally my thing, but do like this one and the paper you used to paper piece is lovely and has just the right size par pattern, you are so clever and talented, must keep thanking your mum for this xxx
Myra, am so sorry about your kitchen, they are terrible when things start to fall apart or stop working, so hope you can get things sorted. Lynne just loved your story about your husband dancing with the girls, just wish you could video it for us all as I'm sure there are many of us that would love to have a good laugh.
Sandra I hope you don't have problems with the pills for Milo, if you do wrap him in a towel, tightly, then tilt his head up and mouth open, pop the pill in as far back into the throat as you can and then spit onto his nose, sounds revolting, but his first instinct will be to lick his nose and with that he will swallow the pill, my grandfather was a vet and this was the easiest way he found to do this, not I front of his clients though!
Tres, your poor husband, did make me chuckle though, hope it's all sorted now though. Joanna hope you got on ok with the Dr today. Julie laz, and husband, I hope you are soon back able to see, but so glad your husband is enjoying looking at Sues cards, just goes to show how many more men could be crafting! Lorraine well done on managing to get the cat and kittens in ans so pleased that mum is happy with the situation, I do hope your vets can sort something out for you or put you intouch with a charity that will, keep us informed. Norah, Pam, Alison and Lynne thank you all so much for thinking of my stallion, he is only 32" tall bless him, and this morning is much brighter, even wanted a cuddle which he hasn't wanted for a few days, we are unsure how the wire got into his field, it was so tight that you could not see it at all, it was only through putting his scissors into the wound he finally found it, another couple of days and he would definitely had to be put to,sleep, I still feel so guilty about it, bit he had been seen twice already by another vet.
Take care all, if this weather continues I will be starting my CC nice and early as it's so cold, just got a few rugs to mend for clients then I am definitely going to,settle down into them, ideas please Sue xxx
Gorgeous card again today and the embossing folder you've used really stands out on this card.
oh my goodness what a fabulous card in its elegance design and colour definetly one superb card to win love J
Fab-u-lous card Sue such elegance perfectly interpreted by a fab card designer and crafter. Thanks as always Maureen
Hi Sue,
Fabulous card love the EB folder and the divine die , love how you've matched the dress and flowers , stunning , I have just the place for the card to fit in lol, thanks Sue for all the inspiration to give us .
Love and crafty hugs to everyone especially Julie Laz hope you'r eyes will soon be better xx and anyone else whose not well or under par xx
Hugs
Jean D
Xxxx
Hello Sue
Wow, what a beautiful card today and luckily I have the Divine Eloquence Die set which I have not used yet!
The colour, embossing folder and gorgeous dress stamp really give this card the Wow Factor and I can't wait to make my version with another one of your elegant dress stamps which I already have.
Anyone of us would be over the moon to have this lovely card arriving through our letterbox. Still catching up with all the cards I have missed whilst on a lovely break up in Derbyshire. Weather could have been a little better but it was still great to have the time to relax and enjoy ourselves.
Love from Lesley S
a fantastic card Sue ,have not been on the blog in the past week ,my 8 year old daughter had her appendix out last Sat .We only got out of hospital today.missed checking your blog terribly ,Laura O
This is a wonderful card,Sue,and I love the wee tips you give for making things easier! Thanks so much,Val
Good evening Sue& Wilsonettes very late today had my friend round she wanted to cut some of your dies that I have.todays card is truly gorgeous I love the colour combo & the stamp is beautiful so very elegant.
Love & hugs Lynda xx
Welcome Jolene you are now a Wilsonettes. On Sues blog,our crafty mom Hugs xx
Lindsay sorry about the poor stallion hurting his leg sending him gentle hugs' xx
Sandra so pleased Milo is ok tell Bella to be gentle when they are playing gentle hugs xx
Julie Laz sorry your still poorly with your eye & hope you will be better soon. Thank you
Julie's husband for blogging for her give her my love & gentle hugs xx
Tres MEN ay I'v got one like him hope he mended pipe without any further damage & your kitchen is back to normal xx
Norah glade your table is empty at last hugs xx
Pam sending your daily hug xx
Steph hope you ok sending gentle hugs xx
Love & hugs to all in need of one Lynda xx
I love seeing what you are giving us every morning-I admit I don't always wait for the email to get into my inbox-If I am up late enough I will jump on over to your blog to see what you have posted!
Love the colors and the flower arrangement, and….all of it!
Hi Sue, well you've done it again. This card is beautiful. Stamping has grown on me. I never had much luck with stamping when I first started making cards, but you and Julia Watts have encouraged me to keep practicing. Thank you. Best wishes
Alison D x
hi sue, all fab cards using different and unusual techniques, and so classy.are you making all your hatpins yourself? can you possibly what brand the dies are if we haven't seen them before, thankyou. we keep learning all the time from you. kind regards gary nicholls.
WOW check your blog most days Sue but will have to stop. ..... there is always something. I NEED! ! I shall need a mother of the bride outfit soon-I wonder! Thanks for the inspiration x Jean T
Lovely card Sue and the color.I love the dress what is the name of the stamp you used. I love all the cards you make and the videos are helpful.
Thanks
Yvonne N.
What a very elegant card. I just adore the background embossing...must try to get a hold of that one...another gem from you. Thanks for sharing and inspiring us. xx
Oh this card is so beautiful. How lovely the dress and roses look in the same paper. Thanks for the tip about spritzing before using the embossing folder.
julie laz hope your eyes improve soon. What a kind husband you have.
Beautiful card. Makes me rethink my ladies vintage stamps. I'll try this technique this week end. Thank you for the inspiration.
What a great card. Love the colours and all the detail. The embossed part is gorgeous. You always seem to amaze me with your cards.
My oh my! what a stunner you have created there. I would love the chance to win and also to find out about that mannequin dress stamp. Please tell me who makes it and where I can get it, preferably here in Australia.
TFS hugs from Australia
Hi Sue
This card is simply stunning. Love the embossing folder used and the Spanish dress stamp. Hugs to all.
Hi, Sue, really love this card. Everything about it is beautiful and elegant, really stunning. This has to be one of my favourites!!
Like everyone else, would love to win it : - )
Sorry for late posting.
Best Wishes to everyone , Hugs to Julie Laz and wonderful hubby, and all 'fur babies' and their families X
Angela in S. Wales x
Hi, Sue, really love this card. Everything about it is beautiful and elegant, really stunning. This has to be one of my favourites!!
Like everyone else, would love to win it : - )
Sorry for late posting.
Best Wishes to everyone , Hugs to Julie Laz and wonderful hubby, and all 'fur babies' and their families X
Angela in S. Wales x
Absolutely stunning card Sue and so elegant. Love the idea of paper piecing, I must give it a go.
What a gorgeous design, Sue, I must admit I haven't been a fan of dresses on cards, but you've converted me! I feel another shopping spree coming on!
Love, Judy M
Love this dress stamp...and the roses...and the die...and - what's not to love!
Yet another beautiful card on this drizzly grey day.
Hi Sue
Catching up with your blog again. I cant access my internet when i am away at the cabin as there is no signal .Hoping to get fibre optic soon which will end the problem .
WOW Sue this card is Absolutely Stunning and would make a ideal wedding card. The embossing folder stamp dies are all stunning.Love the design Sue you clever lady
Take care
Hazel G X
Hi Sue
what a beautiful card with the coffee cup reminds me of my cousin in the states who gave me a coffee cup fridge magnet to remind me that she may not be here but each time i have a cup of coffee she is here with me in spirit.
The first card is simple but has beauty love the rich colours you have used Sue
Take care
Hazel G x
Gorgeous card love the colour, the background, the stamped image ... well I love it all x
Hugs to everyone who needs and wants one.
CraftyJacq
Xx
The card is amazing! I am relatively new to your dies, after I saw your video demo I ordered the Spanish and California Collection right away. I look forward to collecting them all.
Thanks so much, Lena
Hi Sue, What a stunning card. It is truly amazing. Thanks for all your hard work.
Beautiful card,love that dress.Must get that embossing folder it's stunning.
Helen Bx
Hello Sue
As many others have said, this card is really beautiful! So much elegance and still managing to look classically simple and stylish. Wouldn't we all love to dress like this!
Great work, best wishes
Chris Harrison
Stunning Sue as always. I wish I had your creativity. Thanks for your inspiration. Beautiful.
Michele Bedford
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