Morning all! I really like this one and thought it would make a nice card for today's giveaway for you. Definitely on the more traditional side than the previous Christmas posts have been, but with an elegant look to it and a bit of bling! I worked backwards on this one, starting with the
Justrite Wreath first and stamping it in
black archival ink. I used several
Distress markers to colour the image including Forest Moss, Scattered Straw, Festive Berries, and even a few touches on Pine Needles and Crushed Olive. I stamped the image a second time and coloured and cut out selected areas of the holly to mount upwards for dimension. I cut the bow out and coloured it with
Festive Berries then added a coat of
Cosmic Shimmer Red Berry Sparkle glue and allowed it to dry then mounted it on foam over the original bow. I cut a
Reflective Moments die in
coconut white card and mounted the wreath which I cut out with a simple circle die. I stamped the sentiment from the set called
Bells Of Christmas set and cut it out with
Fancy Framed Tags Two ad mounted it below the wreath. I added a pierced white mat layer with a thin black mat to the focal feature. I cut a larger white piece and ran double sided tape around the edges, then added
Iced Snow for a bit of the bling. A thin black mat and a final wider white mat finished the card off nicely. Finished dimensions are 6 1/2" x 8 1/4" in size. If you would like to be included in the drawing to win this card, simply leave a comment on today's post (instructions how are on the right hand side of the blog), the winner will be announced on Saturday's blog post.
On another exciting note, I saw my good friend Nigel May recently and I was excited to hear that he
has had another woman's fiction novel released on line. It is called "Addicted" and is down loadable now
on Amazon for just 99p and I'm including the link for you below. For those of you who read his first novel, "Trinity", I am sure that you will want to tuck into this one as well. It is sure to be an exciting and glamorous read!
Here is the link for you:
http://myBook.to/ADDICTED_NigelMay
All for now, Sue x
225 comments:
«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 225 of 225Have just read on Facebook that Sue Wilson and Julia Watts will be at CRAFTWORD in HILLINGTON GLASGOW on 15th July!!!!!!!!!
Tickets can be booked on 27th on the CRAFTWORLD website.
For all the Scottish crafters Craftworld in Hillington is a fabulous craft shop, large and spacious, great for demos and workshops and have every kind of die available. Im glad I don't live near it or I would be bankrupt!!!
A stunning, traditional card with a modern twist to it with the addition of the fancy cut matt-beautiful. x
Gorgeous Card Sue!
I love everything about this one and I loved catching your latest shows on C&C. You're always a joy to watch and you share such wonderful inspiration.
I have already downloaded Nigel's new book, but I haven't started reading it yet, I waiting for the school's summer holidays (only got 4 more weeks at work), so hoping to get into it then. :)
Take care Sue!
Happy Crafting!!! :) X X
Hi sue. What a kickstart to Christmas with your amazing demos on ur shows which I'm watching again in case I missed anything. I did buy a couple of the sets my fav was definately the snowflake I couldn't resist it!!
Beutiful card I'd love to have it!!
Love Tracy from killie x
What a lovely card for today.
Your christmas offerings have inspired me to make a start on mine
I will definitely thank you when I have them done and ready in good time.
Luv
Karen xx
Love these traditional Christmas colours and what a beautiful stamp. The sentiments is in a very pretty font too. Pat x
Stunning card x
Hi Sue
Enjoyed your shows at the weekend. The Justrite stamps are lovely. This is just my sort of card.
watched this demo. it is awesome and shows your colouring abilities to the max. love it. xx
Hi, Sue and fellow Wilsonettes, a lovely , traditional looking Christmas card with a Sue Wilson twist !! I join a long list of hopeful Wilsonettes who'd love to receive this Sue Wilson Original.
Had a busy day today, constantly in and out, so no chance to catch up on comments, but Best Wishes to all and hugs to those in need,
Angela in S. Wales X
I'm not a fan of xmas wreaths but I do like the background so would adapt something else. Thanks Sue for the idea. Luv jax
Hi Sue,
Loved this card when you showcased it on C&C , the reflective moments die is very pretty and the wreath stamp is gorgeous a very traditional Christmas card,love it
Thanks Sue xx
Daily hugs to all wilsonettes, and special hugs to Pam, yorkielass, Mrs B,Magpie, and Lynda.
Lancs Steph wishing you and your daughter a fabulous day tomorrow xx
Tandy special hugs to you xx
Jean D
Xx
What can I say. Only six months til Christmas!!! This card is simply amazing x
Good evening Sue & Wilsonettes,I just love this C card loved it when you demoed it love it now the close up pictures are wonderful the pink glue that turns red I defiantly need it. A stunning card
Thank you for the chance to win this master pic good luck everyone. Love & hugs Sue Lynda Brock xx
Pam thinking of you & your nephew hope he is making progress. My nephew had a snow board accident two years ago doctors said they didn't think he would walk again as he couldn't feel his legs, but if you see him today he has made a full recovery so please don't give up hope big hugs Lynda xx
Steph wishing you & your beautiful daughter the best day ever for her Wedding tomorrow & wishing her & her husband all the luck in the world.You & Mr Lanc will be so proud of her plenty of tissues needed BIG HUGS to you all Lynda xx
Janet Ecco glad you arrived safe in France & wow what a lovely surprise from your husband.
My husband got me an Ebosser last Xmas as a surprise too as my hands also are getting worse & started to struggle with the GC I love it so hope you love yours as much Hugs Lynda xx
Sandra & Julie L thank you both for your lovely comments on my cards & Sandra thank you for inspiring me to do a blog. Hugs Lynda xxx
Barbara Awww enjoy your new puppy hugs Lynda xx
Tandy thinking of you stay strong gentle hugs Lynda xx
Daily hugs to Pam,Tres, Yorkielass Margaret ,Jean c,Jean D Cazzie Magpie Norah Myra Lynne M Tilly & Cully are you ok .
Hi Sue
Saw you demonstrate this; its lovely. Anne x
iT'S AMAZING JUST HOW MUCH DIFFERENCE A WEE BIT OF "BLING" GIVES A CARD... LOVELY.
Nice card but just a bit too soon to be doing this kind of card, lets make the most of the summer and each day as it comes.
Margaret O
xxx
Anyone would love to receive such a gorgeous card. Thanks for sharing the video and another way to do the flowers.
5911countess
I love this card.....that wreath is stunning!
Lovely card although I'm not ready to start on Christmas just yet. Glad you explained on C+C about the berry sparkle pink colour drying red or I would have passed this one by.
Take care everyone.
Beautiful and elegant card as always. The Cosmic Shimmer Red Berry Sparkle glue really makes the ribbon/bow pop. Hopefully, I will be able to find it here in the US. I will be proud to display this card in my home.
Hi Sue. I've been following you for a while now and you've brought me such inspiration that I thought it was time to comment. Your cards are beatufiul, amazing and exceptional. Thanks so much for sharing.
Lorraine p.s I downloaded the 2 books from Nigel. I will let you know how I like them x
Truly stunning Christmas card,understated elegance.Love it.
Helen Bx
Hi. I can't believe it. I typed and posted and it's gone. Oh well. Beautiful card Sue as always. Thank you for shareing it with us.
Debra x
Sue,
Beautiful Chrsitmas card. Love the Iced Snow around the border. Great coloring job on the wreath.
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