Friday 20 November 2015

Christmas Double Days

 Hello crafters!  I have  channel card and a buckle card for you today, two of my favourite styles of cards!  First up is the navy blue and white channel card.  I started by cutting a piece of coconut white card into two sections, one larger than the other (about 3/4 and 1/4 in size).  I embossed both pieces with the Frosty Swirls embossing folder for texture and added mounting foam to raise them to create the recessed channel.  Next I cut the Classic Adorned Rectangle inside decorative die in white card, using the inner oval to cut it into a frame.  I backed it with Navy blue card and added foam to the back, attaching it to the top of my card.  I cut a mini Snowflake striplet in white and backed it in blue and glued it into place in the recessed channel I creating in the card.  I cut the thin borders from the Lavish Swirls diagonal and attached them to each side of the recess with a strip of white pearls along each edge.  I cut the snowflake tag and added it across my focal element die and then added two slightly larger snowflakes to the ends.  I stamped my sentiment and cut it out with a small oval die, using the die to trace around to create a faux mat in Navy blue to go behind it.  I completed the card with a pierced white mat, then added a thin navy blue mat and a final white mat to frame it.  The finished dimensions are 6 1/2" x  8 1/2" in size.  Scroll down for card number two.




Today's second card is a buckle card created using the Deboss Snowflake die and the matching stamps (designed by John Lockwood).  I stamped three of the Shooting Stars Medallion and embossed them in gold.  I used the matching die to cut all three out and used the inner die to cut them into frames.  I cut a long strip of milk card and wove it through the die cuts, turning the outer dies horizontally while keeping the centre die vertical.  I added tape to the back to secure them then added mounting foam.  I embossed a larger piece of milk card with the Let It Snow folder for texture.  I cut the Scandinavian Border in gold card and cut it down the centre, adding a half to the top and bottom edge of the card.  I ran a length of cream pearl strips along each edge as well.  I added my buckle feature in the centre of the card and used the inside of the stamped frame as my sentiment adding it the the centre with foam.  I completed the card with a milk pierced mat, a thin gold mat and a final milk mat in my usual manner.  The finished dimensions are 6 3/4" x  9" in size.   All for now, Sue x




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Pam said...

So beautiful., two lovely cards, no. 1 just edges it for me.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOLLY 😘💕💕💕💕💕💕💕😘 hope you have a great day.
Melody, I know how worried you are, my sister in law told me about my brother and we went to see him in Wales and he was so very pleased to see us. Stay strong honey, Francis needs his family from Ireland too.
Tracey, hope you are coping okay.
Hugs to all.

TDQ Karen said...

These are both stunning, love them Sue, can't choose between them

TDQ Karen said...

Just seen Pam's comment. Happy birthday Molly!

June Smith said...

Morning Sue and all Wilsonettes, we are gifted with 2 cards today, both equally beautiful in there own right although I think number 2 is just a fraction in front but only a very small fraction. Your cards are always so well made they truly are a masterpiece.

Stay safe, healthy and happy, hugs, June Smith xxx

nancyd said...

Morning Sue, two beautiful cards today I think number 1 for me too although both are beautiful I prefer the silver tones.
Happy Birthday Molly hope your lucky and win one of these cards.
Nancyd xx

Yvonne H said...

Good morning Sue,
Two beautiful cards today, I love number 1 as it just goes to show how well you can marry up your dies together. Number 2 is very grand looking making it slightly vintage in style. Totally different but never the less beautiful cards. Happy Birthday Molly. Yvonne xx

Patricia said...

Good morning Sue,
Two great cards, No. 2 is the one in front for me.
Have a good day
Patricia xxx

cr@fty said...

Good morning Sue
You've given us two gorgeous cards this morning and although they are both beautiful number 1 has the edge for me.
Happy Birthday Molly! X
Hugs x
Heather T

kittyedavies47@gmail.com said...

Morning Sue.
Two very beautiful cards,If I must choose then i shall say by a hairs breadth it is no 1 Thank you very much.
Happy Birthday Molly.
Take care all and have fun Kitty.

Nanna Tina said...

Hi Sue
Two stunning Christmas cards I must get a wriggle on and get mine finished and posted, been playing with some new cookie cutters making Christmas trees
Happy crafting
Love and hugs to all
Love Tina x x. X

Karen Derbyshire said...

A love both cards, but the buckle card is the winner for me. I like the colour you have chosen Sue.

Anonymous said...

Good morning Sue such beautiful cards it is hard to choose but I think the first one in blue and white. So many details to look at from the description which can be missed just by looking! Love from Jackie xx

Nanna Tina said...

Hi Sue
Two stunning Christmas cards I must get a wriggle on and get mine finished and posted, been playing with some new cookie cutters making Christmas trees
Happy crafting
Love and hugs to all
Love Tina x x. X

Jan on the Fosse said...


Good Morning Sue
Two stunning cards I think No.1 is my winner.
Jan x

Jan.moogie said...

Really gorgeous cards today Sue both are equally stunning. Love that mini snowflake striplet. Have a great day, hugs xxx

Anonymous said...

Morning Sue. Its that time of the week again. There is not many left for this year so we have to make the most of these last few christmas double day fridays and you havent let us down Sue. These are two beautiful cards. Love the contrast between the navy and white but then the tone on tone is equally as gorgeous. Sorry i cant pick a favourite as i would be happy to recieve either one of these through the letter box. Good Luck to everyone for the draw tomorrow.
Take care everyone in this terrible weather.
Best Wishes.
Denise T x

tracy w said...

Hi Sue
Another two stunning christmas cards today love the colours and the dies I love the second one a little bit more thank you tracyw

CraftySuetoo said...

Hi Sue. Two beautiful cards but I have to admit a soft spot for your channel cards and I absolutely love the snowflake striplet so card no.1 just edges it for me.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOLLY, I hope you have a lovely day. Sue XXX

JAO said...

Lovely cards Sue, like the second one best.

Pat said...

Morning Sue
WOW, two of the most beautiful cards I have seen
The mini striplet are so usefull
PAT x

Muriel said...

Hello Sue and all
fabulous twofer again, number one is my favorite, love the color and the snowflake border die, The buckle card is lovely too but maybe different colors for me though that could be the photo or my tablet screen.
happy birthday Molly, I hope you have a great day,
Muriel x

Anonymous said...

Two very nice cards Sue. I favour number2 .
Happy Birthday Molly, have a lovely day. JJxx

hettygarlick said...

Both really lovely cards.

Sandy G said...

Hi Sue
Lovely cards. I think number two is my favourite. I love the gold. Thank you for sharing.
Have a great day everyone.
Hugs.

Unknown said...

Hi Sue,
Another double delight day! Both are stunning in their own way. Love the navy and white but also the vintage look of Johns star stamp.
Have a good day everyone!
Anne M xx

Unknown said...

2 stunning cards, so difficult to choose a favourite today
Carol

Unknown said...

GM Sue. No 1 is my fave. Very very lovely.

Jackie T said...

Good morning Sue both of these cards are gorgeous. Thank you for the daily inspiration. Have a great day today. Hugs Jackie

BenteS said...

Beautiful cards both of them!

MRS DUCK said...

Good morning Sue and everyone
Two lovely cards. I don't know if the buckle card has the sepia tones I'm seeing on my screen in real life but that's the one for me.
Have a great day.
Ang x

Linda Graham said...

The navy and white card is my favourite Sue but the other is nice,you come up with some amazing designs for your cards and I struggle with one sometimes,but with your inspiration it does help a lot,thank you,Linda x X

Janice K said...

Good morning Sue. What a great start to a Friday, TWO beautiful cards! Both are stunning but I have admit to being drawn to the contrast of the white and blue one, the snowflakes really pop, gorgeous! Have a lovely day. X

A Happercrafter6 said...

Good morning Sue. Both cards are lovely with lots of different elements.
Jan
Northampton

Roz McLellan said...

Hello Sue

Back on track today. Both these cards are beautiful. I can't choose between them.

Love
Roz.x

Barbara Gosden said...

Two lovely cards, Sue. I like the channel card best.
B xx

Debra K. said...

Two fabulous Christmas cards today Sue! I like both of them but the white and navy card just takes the edge. Wonderful card design as usual. Debra x

PharmacyMichele said...

Two great cards but the first one is my favourite-love it.

Happy Birthday MOLLY!!!!!!!!!!!!

Michele.

Debra K. said...

Just seen Pam's comment. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOLLY!!!! Have a wonderful day. Debra x

Anonymous said...

Two great Christmas cards for the double day, Sue, like them both but leaning towards number 2 and the unusual colours. Still haven't started mine! HELP.
MOLLY - a very happy birthday. Now you're no longer a child but a teenager and a young lady WOW! Enjoy your special dinner with your pals and sorry grandad can't be there.
Melody OMG what a dilemma - best tell him. Sure he will be pleased to see the family one they're with you and they must feel they need to see and support him too. It'll be OK.
Tracy - whoohoo new hair - hope you're feeling a bit better and up to crafting!
All other poorly people - big hugs and wishing you well again.

'P' in Wales

Jean Z said...

Hi Sue, I love the cards so beautiful . love Jean Z xx

lilian said...


Hi Sue, love both of these wonderful cards, but I think , one has the edge for me.
Haven't started my C cards yet, must start soon.
Best Wishes Lilian in Cornwall

Rosemarie said...

Morning Sue, Two very different and beautiful cards today, love them both. I can't choose between them.

Love Rosemarie x x

Happy Birthday Molly x x

Kathy Baker said...

Morning Sue, two lovely cards today but I think number 1 is my favourite probably because it's in navy!
Kathy B x

BridgetCG said...

Hello Sue, wow you have chosen 2 really beautiful and elegant cards for the Christmas Double Day, love them both, so cannot possibly choose a favourite. Have a great day. Bx

Denise said...

Hi Sue

Two wonderful cards, number 1 has the edge for me but only just.
love
Denise (mini) - Brough

Loraine Jefferis said...

I love both cards but number 2 has it for me. I think its the colour. I really like the embossing folder. There is something about buckle cards. Best wishes Loraine Jefferis xx

shabbycraftcabin said...

Love both the cards, 2nd one is my fav though. Have a good weekend, Ivy xx

alimecca said...

Hi Sue,
Two stunning. Cards this morning, I really like them both. I think if I had to choose, I would probably go for the first one.
Melody, I don't think Francis will be mad at you, I think he'll be pleased to see his family. Daily hugs and prayers for you both xx
Tracy, hope you're feeling better today. New hair as well - I bet you look fab! Hugs xxxx
Milly - Happy Birthday!! Have a lovely day xx
Love and hugs to all, Alison xxx

foxyg said...

Two stunners Sue. Love them both.

Jane said...

Good morning Sue, Two beautiful cards today can't choose! Take care Jane B.

Kiraneries said...

Hi Sue, two beautiful Christmas cards. Not sure I can pick a favourite. The first I love the gorgeous intricate and detailed dies you have used. The second is so elegant in the cream & gold.

Unknown said...

Two superb cards for us today Sue. Love them both but I think number one just wins by a short head for me. Think its the colours! Have a great day everybody
Hugs Sylvia xx

Heather Treble said...

Hi Sue,
Two really beautiful cards to brighten up a wet morning in Lancashire! They are both so detailed and classy. I am slightly more drawn to the first one, not sure why because they are both lovely.
Thanks for sharing all the great inspiration,
Heather Treble

Chris Curry said...

Two gorgeous cards Sue. If I had to choose I think I would pick the second one as my favourite, but that is a difficult choice. Thank you. xx

Wacki Macky said...

Morning Sue, two beautiful cards today. both are fab and I love them both,can't choose either over the other.

lots of love,

Pearl x

Unknown said...

Good morning sue what beautiful cards you have for us today
And the designs are wonderful

Debs A xxxx

Jan's Paper Flowers said...

Good morning Sue and all the wonderful Wilsonettes. Wow, two beautiful Christmas cards. Thank you!

Happy Happy Birthday Molly. Have a wonderful day!

Have a beautiful day everyone!

Anonymous said...

Two beautiful cards today Sue. No 1 has the edge for me love the navy and white together. The dies are gorgeous for both cards.
Thank you for sharing. Anne xx

dmj from kettering said...

Yes I like the navy/wht one the best, but saying that, the other is lovely too!!





Doreen x

Diane Green said...

Hi Sue
My oh my it's a difficult choice today as they are both beautiful cards but the first one has a slight edge for me but only by a slither - I think it's because I was using the snowflake die yesterday and realised just how pretty it is. Thank you for sharing.
Love Diane G xxxx
Happy birthday Molly hope you have a fantastic day xxxx
Melody sending you a hug xxxx
Tracey new hair look at you big hugs xxxxx

Sonia Stephenson said...

Hi Sue. Beautiful cards today. Love them both especially the first one. Have a lovely day. Hugs to all xxx

nattyboots said...

Two lovely cards Sue, the First one hits the spot for me .
Have a lovely weekend.
Elaine H X

Izzy said...

Hi Sue,

Two stunning cards, love all the little details on the White/Navy channel card but if pushed to choose between them just prefer the simpler Gold/White buckle design...must be the vintage feel to it

Izzy

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Lovely cards, the first is my fave, love the colours best

Scottydog said...

Another two beautiful cards today Sue - how do you keep the inspiration going?? I particularly like the navy card with the White, makes such a contrast.

Happy birthday MOLLY, have a lovely meal with your friends.

Melody - hope everything works out with your visitors from Ireland, I'm sure Francis will be pleased to see them.

Tracy, sorry you are still feeling a bit sickly but pleased to hear you are liking the new hair!

Aspiring crafter said...

Two lovely cards Sue, the first is my favourite but hard to choose!
XxxRuth

gwen70 said...

Two more beautiful cards today Sue, I like the first one best

Wendy L said...

Love them both, will try the buckle one tomorrow me thinks, xxx

crossstitchmarg said...

Morning Sue,
Two beautiful cards today, I love them both so cannot choose between them.
You have just inspired me to making some more Christmas cards today.
Have a lovely day
Maggie

Anonymous said...

I enjoy seeing the Friday cards and today is no exception.
Two really lovely cards Sue, thank you for the detailed descriptions on how you make them, it really helps.

marg said...

Hello Sue
I think I prefer the second one best!
Both beautiful though!
Take care
Love Marg

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue - two amazing cards again today. Like both of them but the channel card does it for me and I particularly like the contrast of the navy and white. Think this mini striplet die will be used a lot by me for next year's Christmas cards! Many thanks for more wonderful ideas, best wishes
YvonneMayx

hollyberry said...

Two very different but equally beautiful cards,no.two my favourite but only just.
Molly Happy Birthday,hope that you have a special day.

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
I love both cards. I particularly like the stamping design on the second card.
Thank you for all the inspiration.
Veronique L

Croquet Queen x said...

Hi Sue,
Both cards are gorgeous!!!
The use of all the pearls really makes the cards extra special.
:-)
Lorna D

auscrafts said...

both nice but the second one is my favourite between the two

Rosemary Stickland said...

Two lovely cards, but the channel card is my favourite.
Rosemary xx

Anne said...

Two beautiful cards, Sue. I love the channel technique.

Anne (Northampton)

auscrafts said...

I must be thick ? it's taken me 4 attemps to verify the post I wonder how many to post this ?

iReneM said...


Both beautiful cards...
the gold buckle one is my favourite

Hope you all have a good weekend


x

lydia jordan said...

Morning Sue,
Two outstanding cards love them both, but no 2 just got past the post first for me.
Have a good day.
Lydia
X

Love2papercraft said...

MOLLY Happy Birthday!!! Pretend like you see little emoticons of balloons, cake, presents, musical notes, party hats & hearts...because that's what I want to type, but they don't seem to work in the blog. You're 13 now right? That's so exciting! I hope you enjoy your dinner out with your friends (& some family just off a ways at another table :) You are a teenager now! I hope your day is super special because YOU are super special!!!
Hugs from Rebecca in Colorado
(To Sue et al- I hope to come back after a sleep and work & comment on the last couple days of cards and catch up with my lovely friends! But I wanted to be sure & get the bday greeting in while it's still Molly's day!)

Glenharon said...

Good morning Sue and the Wilsonettes,
I love the darkness of the blue that you have used under the white as it reminds me off the sky at Blackpool when the Illuminations are on. I have never seen such a dark sky is there is down there but it gives a tremendous backdrop to the lights. I used the frosty swirls embossing folder yesterday as it is probably my favourite go to folder at this time of the year and you get such a wonderful emboss from it. The stark white against the dark navy is a lovely combination together.
The cream and gold buckle card is stunning as well in a soft elegent sort of a way. It doesn't hit you in the same way that the white and navy but it is so subtle in it's beauty. Haven't yet tried a buckle card but i will as this looks like an "easy" one to start on. Thank you Sue for fridays double whammy, take care
Happy 13th Birthday Molly sweetheart, sorry that your beloved grandad can't be there but he will want to know all about your day and night when you see him. Enjoy your special day wee lass.
Love and crafty hugs
Norah (glenochil)

ellyscard creatief said...

Two beautiful cards Sue.

Sandy (tort) said...

I love the blue cards frames as they show off their beauty so well.
I am just not a lover of the shape of the whole card.
Both cards have stunning features:0)

granny sue said...

Hi Sue, Yet more lovely cards. I am finished with Christmas cards though now. As I am going away I have them all written out ready for posting (really not me being this organised).
SueL x

Unknown said...

TTwo stunning cards again Sue.

love buckle cards.

Love Val in Spain x

Patricia Howarth said...

Morning Sue, I love both these cards, but number 2 is my favourite, I just love the colour and what you have done with it, gorgeous !!
Lots of love from Patricia xx

Tressa said...

Two more classic Sue cards. Whereas I am a great fan of blue and white, I think John's stamp and the colours make the second one one the winner for me today.

Thank you for all your hard work as always.

Teresa

Yorks butterfly said...

Morning Sue, two lovely cards for us today. I think I prefer the second one, as the first is a little too busy for me, but a lovely colour combination on both cards.
Wendyx

Carol Clarke said...

Morning Sue
Love both of these stunning cards - I love making buckle cards - that you for the inspiration
Hugs
Carol x

Rose in Chester said...

Hi Sue,
both cards are BEAUTIFUL and completely different. I am so glad I don't have to choose between them. Thank you Sue, for the inspiration.
Hugs, Rose

Bejay said...

Hi Sue,
Wow...two stunners this morning. I thought the first one was brilliant...and then I saw the second one, it blew my socks off! I love everything about it, especially the colour! I've never made a buckle card before but seeing this wonderful one, I think that I really need to give it a try. Thanks so much for sharing them both with us.
Have a wonderful birthday, Molly x
Bejay x

Lorraine Freeman said...

Good morning everyone,
Sue, I love both of today's cards, thank you.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOLLY, have a great day.
Melody, I think you did the right thing telling Francis' family, you need the support too. Hugs for you all.
Laine, I hope this time the antibiotics work and that you can avoid a trip to hospital. I hope the furniture is now safe from your four paws.
Tracey, hugs.
I visited the blog yesterday but forgot to comment!
I have managed to get a mobility scooter and may make my first outing on it today if it stays dry out there. I went to a scrapbook class last night but had to leave early as sitting in those upright chairs really hurt my back, so have the pages to finish at my leisure.
I must see what else I need to do for Christmas so I can panic properly :)
Wishing good things to all xxx

Heather Harrison said...

Morning Sue. Two beautiful cards. Love both. Thank you for sharing and giving lots of inspiration. Hugs Heather.x

Karen W said...

These are both just gorgeous! Thank you so much for making each day special with your inspiration pieces.

sharon said...

Wow 2 beautiful cards, it is lovely to see cards in different colours for Christmas.
The second one is a real winner with me!!
hugs
sharon :)

Brenda said...

Good Morning Sue,
Two lovely cards today Sue, the navy and white just stands out so beautifully .
The second card is much more subtle, tones but equally as beautiful.
I love both of today's offerings, it would be difficult to pick a favourite.
Thank you for sharing these beautiful cards.
Hope you have a good day, love Brenda XXX

TOB said...

HI sue, 2 beautiful cards today, I love them both. My shoulder operation is on Monday and I'll be glad when its over, but still won't be able to craft.
Hugs to all
Theresa xx

Kate's Cards said...

Two fab cards. Number one has to be my favourite. xx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
Two very different cards, but equally beautiful, you really are spoiling us,
Marlene O xx

jenny Briggs said...

Lovely two cards Sue I will probably try the second as I have that stampb

Paula said...

I'm a 'clean' kind of girl (girl???) so will have to pick the first card, although they are both lovely. :)
Paula x
(WelshPaula)

nannapat said...

Two beautiful cards Sue. I love them both but the second one is my favourite. Pat x

nzillingworth said...

HI SUE
WOW WHAT FAB CARDS. THINK THE BEIGE ONE GETS MY VOTE. VERY HARD TO CHOOSE.
BORN AGAIN SPELLBINDER
NADINE HUG XXX

Pat L said...

Hi Sue
Thank you for two lovely Christmas cards just couldn't choose between them

Molly, happy 13th birthday, hope you have a lovely day and maybe one or two of Sues new dies. Enjoy your night out with your friends
Tracy hope the sickness is easing and you feel a little better today

Hugs and best wishes everyone
Pat

SusanP, Kent said...

Another Christmas double act! Lovely cards (#2 is my favourite). Really must get on with mine though.

hazel young said...

Two stunning cards Sue love them both hazel

Annie Stamps said...

I absolutely adore your channel cards, they always look stunning.

Annie P xx

Angela Wade said...

Good morning, Sue and Wilsonettes. Hope the weather is dry, where ever you are.
I'm glad to say, it's dry here, although the ground is waterlogged !!!

Two lovely C. Cards, Sue. I love the stunning navy and white card !!
Thanks for reminding and showing us that we can be creating fabulous C. Cards using our everyday dies too !!

Happy Birthday, and Best Wishes to Melody and to anyone else celebrating a birthday, or anniversary today.

Hugs and Best Wishes to you all,

Angela in soggy, South Wales Xx

Nannieflash said...

Gorgeous cards Sue, I do love both of them they are so pretty. I hope you enjoy your weekend. hugs Shirleyxxxx

Crafty Cruiser said...

Two really beautiful cards. Difficult choice but if I had to choose, I think the first one would get my vote.
Doreen R

Unknown said...

Morning Sue
I really do like these cards - so very pretty!

Barbara W said...

Hello Sue

Two beautiful cards today. Love them both, but I adore the buckle card!

Lol Barbara W (Worcestershire) xx

Sue MacFall said...

Love the second card - colours and style.
Thanks Sue,
Sue Mac

Lynn Dalby said...

Hello Sue.

Lovely cards but if I had to choose I would pick the first card. I love channel cards the dies you have used and the colour. Thank you for sharing.

Best wishes

Lynne L said...

Wow two stunning cards using the dies in such a clever way! I think my favourite is the first mostly because of the colours you used

Lynne L said...

Wow two stunning cards using the dies in such a clever way! I think my favourite is the first mostly because of the colours you used

Anonymous said...

Your cards are beautiful. I love the stark contrast of navy and white or cream. I don't own any of your embossing folders, but I think I need to invest in some of them. When prioritizing my wish list I seem to always choose dies first, but your Embossing Folders are gorgeous. I like the large size of them, too, since I make cards at least 5x7 or 6x6. Great cards today. TFS Jan D., Florida, USA

Evis M said...

Hi Sue.
I love both of these cards but if I could only choose one then it would be the first one. The white and blue card is just stunning.
Regards,
Evis M.

C A W said...

Two very different cards, the dies and lay up are gorgeous.

Linda28 said...

Two beautiful cards today, I love both colour combinations and find it so hard to pick a favourite! Linda28

Anonymous said...

Theresa says
Hi sue and lovely wilsonettes x
Both gorgeous cards and can't choose a favourite x
Happy 13th birthday molly x have a lovely day and enjoy your meal xxx
Hugs to all who need one x
Take care everyone x
Theresa w xxx

utilitygirl said...

2 more beautiful cards to inspire us - thank you

Unknown said...

Hi sue.

Loving both of these but ur first one is my fav. I'll have to have a go at this one sometime.

Melody. I know what u mean about the big hair. My hair is really fine but she thinned it out White a bit so it doesn't look so bad. I thought all the wigs looked so fab. It wasn't as bad as I thought. I'm sure Francis will enjoy his visit and I'm sure he won't be too mad. Lol

Molly. Happy 13th birthday chick!! Have a smashing night with ur friends.

I'm still feeling sick but not as bad today just so tired can't be bothered doing anything an that's not like me as I'm always on the go. Well just not today lol xx

June Horrocks said...

Oh sue they are both beautiful I can't choose I love all your work love you too
June Horrocks xxxxxxxx

Elsie Smith said...

Hi Sue. Two stunning cards, love them both.science

fluffycat said...

Hi Sue, lovely cards and although the snowflake striplet is one of my favourites, card number one is just a little busy for me. Number two is my favourite, I love the vintage look and the clean lines.

Molly - HAPPY 13TH BIRTHDAY, I hope you are having a lovely day.

Tracy - new hair! Just think, you won't have to visit the hairdressers for ages lol

Melody - even if he doesn't say so, I am sure Francis will be pleased to see some of his family and I think you did the right thing in telling them.

Frances

weefortune said...

Hi Sue, two beautiful cards, hard too choose but I think no 1 is my favourite love the dark blue and white, have a great day x

ros hodgkins said...

Hi sushi Sue, love both of today's cards, the second is my favourite as it's neat and I love cream and gold together. The first card for me is too much, each portion is beautiful, but would have made two beautiful cards. X Ros

KarinsArtScrap said...

stunning and elegant cards Sue
Gr Karin

Lesley said...

Two very different cards today. At this time of the year I love to see your Christmas cards. Today the first card is a bit busy for me but I really like he second one.

barbara macaskill said...

OMG!!! These are both absolutely gorgeous!!! I love the second one most of all!! TFS!

Unknown said...

To My Very Special Friend Sue,
I Truly Love Both The Cards You
Shared With Us Today I Love The Complete
Difference In Them, The Dies Are Stunning I've
Been Using Your Angel Die And Its Tremendous It Cuts Like
A Dream, One Lady From My Craft Class Purchased A Angel At A Show
She Was Having Difficulty Cutting It Out So I Tried At Home I Don't Know
The Make Of This Particular Die, But The Die Is Silver Its So Very Hard To Cut Out I Tried
Six Times I Wanted To Go Give Her Quite A Few Cut Outs But I Don't Have
The Time!!! So I'm Going To Cut Her Quite A Number Of Your Beautiful Angel That Cuts And Embosses
Like A Dream.
Take Great Care My Special Friend
Warmest Wishes To Your Mom And Colin
Love And Huge Hugs To Yourself
From Sam xxx
Hugs To All Wilsonettes
Huge Hugs To Lancashire Steph Take Care x

Meg Owen said...

Hi Sue,
I like the dies you used for the first card but my favourite is the second card with the buckle topper.

Love
Meg
xxxx

magpie said...

Hi Sue, wow, wow and another wow! Ooooo I love both them....but the blue and white just tips into 1st place. I so love the channel cards and I love the Let it Snow Ef loads! Gorgeous! "Thank you Sue", sending love and hugs to you, your mom and family xx Sending love and hugs to all our Wilsonettes in need too xx "Happy birthday Molly!" Have a wonderful day sweetheart x I have no doubt that you'll have lots to tell your grandad when he sees you xx Take care everyone xx Love Karen xx

ursula said...

Two really beautiful cards Sue, different techniques but equally stunning....luv Ursula xx

Jean said...

So pretty!

Unknown said...

Hi sue,
2beautiful cards today, couldn't decided which I like better.

Hugs pat xx

terrie said...

Great looking cards....I like when I see two on the same day of your cards....there are always so beautiful...I wish I had the same flare of making cards as you do....
Well done Sue

CraftyJo said...

Loving that first one, navy for Christmas...why ever not! :)

Wheely Bad said...

Hi Sue

2 beauties... the first, well I love any blues and as my striplets came today... yay! Have the snowflake swirl folder... I love it- I turn the flakes into flowers at other times of the year! The second is different to a lot of Christmas cards and I guess you could do it in many colours. Might try it letterpressing the snowflakes on the die and adding a bit of gilding wax instead of the stamp. I have loved the last 2 days' cards too. Thank you for some amazing ideas- feeling very inspired and hope to rattle out a few Christmas cards over the weekend (fingers crossed!).

Hugs for you & Mom from Billy & I x

I'm sure you don't mind me doing this...

Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday dear Molly,
Happy Birthday to you!!! :-D

Happy 13th birthday Molly, hope you have a great time tonight with your friends, Billy sends woofs, wags and lots of doggy cuddles and kisses and I'm sending hugs and best wishes to you. Have a wonderful day xxxx

Tracy, sorry you feel so drained and sick, bet your new hair looks amazing. Sending gentle hugs and hope you feel better tomorrow xxx

Laine, sorry you're feeling so bad too, Disappointed you've had to start from scratch with the antibiotics. Gentle hugs for you too and hope the meds do the trick xxx

Lorraine F, welcome to the world of battery powered mobility! You'll really enjoy it, it'll give you a lot more freedom. With regard to struggling in hard chairs I take cushions and pillows everywhere, there's one on whatever chair I'm using. Favourite is an old, quite thin feather pillow. I even put on the car seat when I travel, it goes everywhere with me. Hugs and happy travelling x

Melody, just say to Francis "I've invited your brother to visit" and leave it at that. It deflects the visit away from his illness. A visit from family may be the thing to kick start him feeling stronger. I sincerely hope so. Sending hugs to you both.

Beth, hope your ok, hugs x

MIA again, massive migraine that started Wednesday afternoon and finally left me early this morning. I don't like taking the strong pain meds when the migraines are bad, happy that today all I have is a very tingly head so I've had some and hoping I don't feel too dozy to play with my new striplets, snowflake and poinsettia, after ordering some last minute supplies.

Lynda, Theresa, Yvonne, Jan in L.I, Rebecca in CO, loved your comments this week, thank you and hugs xxx

Sending hugs and best wishes to all the Wilsonettes, sending extra special hugs to those who need them. Hoping those unable to comment return soon.

T x



Margaret-Anne said...

Stunning as usual, particularly the second card. Colour palette is exquisite and very rich looking.

Myra said...

Hello Sue,
Two lovely Christmas again today! It's hard to find new things to say . They are both gorgeous , the first one just edges it I think!
MOLLY - 🎂🎼 Happy Birthday to You! Enjoy your Birthday! 🎉🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈
Love to all,
Myra xxx

Pen Sunshinepen said...

Afternoon, just catching up and boy I do love your 2nd card. Really lovely.

Crafty hugs Pen x

Lisbeth said...

Lovely cards again today. For me, the first one just edges it possibly due to the colour scheme.

Lisbeth

Jane Franklin said...

I can't choose as usual love them both. Best wishes to all jxxx

Deb E Isle of Wight said...

Absolutely stunning double day and have to admit the 2nd post is my favourite. Something a bit different, but it only just edges it as I love the dies and colour combo of the first one.

JJ said...

Hi Sue,

Two stunning Festive cards, think I prefer the second one for a change, quite vintage looking by the colours.

Love & hUgs

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

Suzzette Yandle said...

Double days are double the fun! Thank you for sharing your ideas. I have not done a channel card yet, but you have inspired me to try this technique. You do this technique so well!

Nana on the Hill said...

Lovely cards Sue, think the channel card is my favourite, but l love your beautiful buckle card too.

Jess Watson said...

Hi Sue, two gorgeous cards for us today.
It is very hard to choose a favourite, love them both.
Take care, Jess x

rolfi said...

Good evening Sue,
today I can´t say which one is my favourite. I like them both.
Rolf xxx

lilysmum said...

Good evening Sue and all. Two pretty cards again, navy & white, my favourite, but I think the overall composition of the 2nd card is preferable to me. But, saying that, I'm not so keen on the stamp-sorry.
Best wishes to all and a very happy birthday to Molly- ENJOY!
Hugs,Theresa x

Yorkie girl said...

Hi Sue and all your crafty crew
I love a two fer and what a lovely two they are
I think the first one just pips it for me I think love the striplet
Thanks Sue for the inspiration I might have to try this one
Hugs to those that need one
Theresa G x

Anonymous said...

Beautiful cards, thank you for sharing from Lianne Morrison

Unknown said...

Hi Sue
Two totally different cards but both stunning.

Always Learning said...

Beautiful cards. The first one is my personal favourite. Thank you for sharing. Karen x

Jackie Meechan said...

Hi Sue and all the Wilsonettes
Two gorgeous gorgeous cards. My favourite is blue and white though I always love blue and white anyway and both are stunning as usual .
Hugs
CraftyJacq
XX

sandieann21 said...

Both are lovely. Think the first is my favourite xx

Clai01 said...

Oh Sue i really can't pick a favourite as they are both gorgeous cards ? x

Marianna Hammer said...

So beautiful cards!!!!!

craftynanna jo said...

Two gorgeous cards but i think no 1 is my favourite,
Hope you have had a super dooper day MOLLY,Happy Birthday,
hugs to all Johanna

cuilliesocks said...

Two very beautiful cards Sue, Kate x

Dawn Holben said...

Two very different but very gorgeous cards today, I love them both.
I have the stamp you have used in the second one and have not tried it yet.
I will definately have a try at this one now.
As for choosing my favourite, I can't. They are both equally pretty.

Maureen Killen said...

Hello Sue,
Two beautiful cards today. The first one is the winner for me, but I think number two would be perfect for people in the States. As soon as I saw it, I saw the Stars and Stripes!!!
MOLLY - HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! :-)
Love to all,
Maureen xxx

liz spooner said...

Hi Sue, both cards are beautiful, but the second one has a slight vintage feel due to the colours you have used.xx

Barbara said...

Two beautiful cards but the second one is my favourite as I love the vintage feel it has about it.

fame01 said...

Hi Sue
WOW!!! Two amazing cards I carn't pick in these which is my fav I love em
thanks for sharing
Hugs Sarah N (Rotherham)

DeeDee7770 said...

Both cards are exquisite and I would be proud to use either design but I have to pick the first. Blue and white snow cards are one of my favourite cards. The colours are stunning and I find it really makes a statement. I love the contrast of white and blue. I often use blue mirror card and white diamond embossed snow flakes.

Theresa said...

oh i say. love both but i love the cream and gold one. the buckle card is your signature style, hugs xx

Saba said...

Hello Sue,
Love two for one days. The first one just edges in the lead for me but both are truly beautiful.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOLLY, hope you have had a lovely day.

Love and hugs for all
Saba xxx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
These are a little bit busy for mt taste but I love the navy and white colour combo.
Beverley W

Unknown said...

I LOVE buckle cards, I think you are the only card designer who does them, but I do like the channel card too.

Di said...

Hi Sue,
Two stunning cards again, love them, also like the idea of the buckle card.
Di B. x

Unknown said...

Two beautiful cards today, as usual I don't have a favourite. X

Unknown said...

Your channel cards are my favourite!
We haven't seen you're buckle cards for ages!
Number one is my favourite because of the channel, the colour and the snowflakes! Three favourite things. Love it!
Big hug
Julie E

Welsh Dors said...

Hi Sue,
Two beautiful cards, couldn't choose a favourite they are both exquisite.
Regards
Dorianne

Unknown said...

Two great cards, no 1 is my fav

Vie
x

Unknown said...

Hi Sue,
Two beautiful cards, difficult to choose but I think number one might have the edge because I love navy and white!
Love Janet x
from Wakefield

Maria said...

Hi Sue and everyone,
Two absolutely fabulous cards. Love them both!
Also the card and tutorial video yesterday were stunning,
so glad I just bought the die.

Molly- hope you had a nice day on your Birthday. Enjoy
your dinner.x
Wheelybad- please take care x
ToB- Good luck for your operation Monday x
Tracy- sending you well wishes x
Lorraine- time to cut Brodies claws, no scratching on
the new chairs . sorry you got the wrong meds. and have
to start again.x
Yvonne- hope you ok.x
Getting colder in the UK, stay warm everyone.
Hugs to all and special ones to my friends,
Maria x

Ann said...



Hi Sue

Two lovely Christmas cards thankyou.

Hugs to all

Annx without an "e"

DeCor said...

Hi Sue

Like both cards, but am really drawn to the first with it's striking blue and white.

Thank you for two such contrasting ideas.

Littlelamb said...

Two lovely cards today Sue. Thank you for sharing. Both so good it is difficult to say which one l like best so will suey I like both of them.

Laura O said...

fab card ,Laura O

Shirley T. said...

Hi Sue,

Two beautiful cards. Thank you.

Much love,

Shirley T.

Eunice said...

Both cards are wonderful! Where do you come up with all your wonderful ideas??? Care to share!!!

Tres said...

Hi Sue. WOW !! Both of today's Christmas cards are gorgeous !!! I love the Navy blue one with the beautiful Snowflake Striplet. I also love the the other card with the debossed snowflake and John Lockwood's beautiful matching stamp. The buckle card is a lovely design. I would never be able to choose a favourite as I think they are both stunning Sue !! Thank you for sharing two beautiful Christmas cards today. Sending you lots of love from Tres x x x

Molly, Wishing you a very Happy Birthday today !!! I hope you had a lovely day. Sending you lots of love and hugs on your special day from Tres x x x

Sending lots of love to everyone from Tres x x x

Helen Bell said...


Hi Sue

Two lovely cards once again. I love the colours of the first one, but I like the second one best, which is unusual for me as I'm not normally a lover of vintage style cards.

Hope you have had a nice birthday Molly.

Love Helen. X

Dorothy of Baldock, GB said...

hi Sue,

Two stunning cards again today. I must say I like the look of the "buckle" card, I must give it a go.

Have a lovely weekend everyone.

Love n hugs from Dorothy of Baldock

Karen M said...

Hi Sue
Two lovely cards,I like both of them can't wait to try them out ,
Happy birthday Molly ,think I just managed to get in its 7.58 am here in Oz
Best wishes everyone
Karen M

Melody said...

Hi Sue, 2 gorgeous cards I love the 1st one navy an white look so good together. Take Care Melody xxxXxxx
Told Francis this morning his brother was coming he was not happy saying doing things behind his back when he didn't want pity, turned out they got delayed an didn't arrive to Essex till 11pm so they are coming tomorrow I am hoping Francis will of got use to the idea by then. Thank you all xXx
Molly hope you brought loads of nice things at lakeside an I see you before you go for your meal and yes give you your gifts lol like so much might just keep them myself Have fun sweetheart xXx

Berina RGA said...

Both cards are gorgeous!! Love the color schemes on both!!

Jean Bullock said...

Both cards are wonderful. I pinned. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/415386765610696899/ https://www.pinterest.com/pin/415386765610696870/ Everyone says, "Merry Christmas" here in the states. Kind of wish we all said the same thing - (either happy or merry - doesn't matter to me ) would make card making a lot easier, lol.

Carol from La Crosse said...

You never cease to amaze me with your designs. I just LOVE the double card days!

Thank you for sharing your talents.

Sandy H said...

Two gorgeous cards. The first one is my favourite, really like the crispness of the navy and white together.
Molly, hope you had a super birthday.
Take care everyone.

Chantal said...

Stunning cards, love the first one, Super.
Hugs, Chantal S

Beryl said...

Two beautiful cards.

Pamela said...

My colours! And I'm a sucker for anything with snowflakes!

Alice (scrAPpamondo) said...

Wow, these two card are just gorgous!!Very different but both impressive!

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