Wednesday 30 May 2018

Thank You

Hello crafters!  Today's offering is a Noble card, so it's big one!  I started with the background,by embossing a piece of coconut white card with the Aztec Flower embossing folder.  I added small white pearls at the junctions around the focal element.  Next I cut the Classic Adorned Octagon for the outer section in Cobalt blue.  I switched and used the decorative dies from the Lavish Accented Octagon.  I used the Double Stitched Noble Octagons to add frames around both sections, with the inner section raised with mounting foam.  I seated it over the smaller white decorative section which was also cut from the Lavish Accented Octagon set.  I cut a centre blue octagon and added the Thank You mini expression to it cut in white.  The Passion Flower die set was used to create a couple of flowers to accent opposite corners.  I seated the larger flower on a satin bow and added leaf accents to both.  White on white mats were used to complete the card.  The finished dimensions are 8 1/4" x
8 1/4" in size.  All for now, Sue x







                                                      Follow my blog with Bloglovin

93 comments:

Jan on the Fosse said...

Good Morning Sue
Wow what a striking card.Love all the dies you have used and the colours are so good together.
Thanks for sharing.
Jan x

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue, a gorgeous card this morning. Love navy blue and white cards and the dies are beautiful.

Barbara V

Beverly Fuchs said...

Hello Sue,

What a "lavishly adorned" card you have for us today. It is regally elegant with the beautiful cobalt color and the swirls and curls of the die. I like the use of the stitched frames separating and enhancing the decorative frames. It gives both definition and dimension. The lovely embossing folder ties it all together perfectly. Simply stunning.

Have a wonderful day.

Beverly

ClareW said...

GM Sue. Very very lovely.

BridgetCG said...

Morning Sue, this card is stunning, love the various layers with the white and cobalt blue, which has to be my all time favourite shade of blue. and the flowers are the perfect addition. Have a good day everyone. Bx

Ann Topp said...

Good Morning Sue. Absolutely stunning card. I have these dies and they are so beautiful. Your sample is gorgeous Sue....as always.... and the colour way is so classic.
Well we are home safe and sound after three glorious weeks in Turkey...I had a great nights sleep in my own bed.....which was heaven..... and I can't wait to catch up with all the lovely cards that I have missed making notes on. I think I am going to be very busy. Sending best wishes to everyone. Kind regards Ann Toppcards Leeds

Unknown said...

Good Morning Sue

Gorgeous sumptuous card. I love the Royal Blue and White and the dies ad embossing folder are stunning.

After near non-stop thunderstorms and torrential rain here in Kent yesterday, we have woken to a misty, still, warm morning even the birds are breathing a sigh of relief and singing sweetly again. Long may it last. I can't craft when the weather is out of kilter LOL!

Crafty Hugs
Heather xx

Marion Scott said...

Stunning card Sue, love the way you have used the stitched frames and the colours are just beautiful.
Marion S x

kittyedavies47@gmail.com said...

Morning Sue.
Thank you a beautiful card, I love the dark Blue, so dramatic.
Take care and have fun Kitty.

Crafty vonnie said...

Good morning Sue,
Absolutely stunning card today with your cobalt blue making this card stand out .Yvonne xx

hollyberry said...

Amazing card,love the colours.

Steph Cotterill said...

Morning Sue. Firstly I'm loving the the Aztec flower folder it makes a fantastic background to show your LAO frames, they are appropriately named that's for sure. I'm waiting for a call from my little craft shop owner to tell me she's had her delivery from CE Towers including my 3D folders but I also need this, it really is an eye catcher, and hopefully it will help get my craft juices flowing again - it's been far too long since I've made anything ! I appreciate your daily inspiration and always a great start to my day. Who wouldn't love to receive such a beauty like this. A cooler more comfortable day ahead so maybe now my little room doesn't feel like a sauna it may intice me in. Have a lovely day Sue xxx

June Smith said...

Morning Sue and all Wilsonettes, such a lovely creation today, yes it is a big card but sometimes that is what we want and this fits the bill perfectly. The dies are amazing.

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

Debra K. said...

Lovely card today! Debra x

Janice K said...

Good morning Sue,
This card is a beauty, the gorgeous cobalt blue and white colour way certainly makes a striking look. A great example of how well your dies work together.x

hazel young said...

Wonderful card Sue x xhazel

Netty The Runner said...

Stunning Sue.
Annette x

Jan.moogie said...

I have a thing about hexagon and octagon shapes and then to put noble stitching around or even piercing then I am sold Sue. Stunning card today, love it. Have a fabulous day today, hugs xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

TDQ Karen said...

Real Sue original. Love all the different layers

JAO said...

Great card Sue.

CraftyCoffey said...

Stunning card, love all the layers & texture.

Michele

ahappycrafter50 said...

Lots of interesting layers today and love your colour choice.
Jan
Northampton

Barbara Gosden said...

Hi Sue
A beautiful opulent thank you card.
B xx

June Horrocks said...

Such beautiful dies sue I love this card the colours the flowers wow !!!!!thank you
Love always june Horrocks xxxx

karenlotty said...

Beautiful card in striking colours which makes a refreshing change
PS I thoroughly enjoyed Lisa’s shows last night

Laura O said...

Another great card sue. Love all the layers to this card really pretty. Laura O Springfield

NannaShaz said...

Good Morning Sue and all the Wilsonettes
What a gorgeous card today love these Octagon dies they make very pretty cards

Sending love and healing hugs to all that need them xx

Have a good day all
Love
Hunnymummy54 from MK
xxx

Anonymous said...

Lovely effect when you need a big card for a special occasion xx

jean.phillips1 said...

Morning Sue, a really stunning card, love it! Love Jean xxx

Muriel said...

Hello Sue and all
Love it, the colours, octagons, passion flower, fabulous
Hugs
Muriel x

lydia jordan said...

Morning Sue,
Gorgeous card, love the noble dies.
Lydia
X

Chris Curry said...

Another lovely card Sue, someone would realise how thankful you are if you sent this beauty.😀. Thank you, have a good day. Xxx

Croquet Queen x said...

Hi Sue,

I've been away for a while and really missed your blog, so it's great to be back!
What a beautifully bold card, the noble dies really do make fabulous creations.

Croquet Queen x

margaret driscoll said...

Good Morning Sue
Beautiful card!
Love Marg

Clai01 said...

love these dies especially, they are on my ever growing daily wish list ! x

Anne said...

The Classic Adorned Octagon dies are my go to set for my special cards at the moment. I love them and this card shows them off so well.

Anne (Northampton)

gwen70 said...

Beautiful card, the die is on my wish list

Suemac said...

A lovely card

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue - love all your double stitched dies and this one is no exception. It makes beautiful cards for special people. Haven't used this colour before, I usually use navy, but I might buy some of this striking colour. Sending best wishes
YvonneMayxx

Izzy said...

Hi Sue,

What a lovely card...I already have the Classic Adorned set but you've just shown me how much I need the other two Noble Octagons...

Izzy

Anonymous said...

Good Morning, Sue
Gorgeous card!
Lesley S x

Scottydog said...

What a beauty! Loving everything from the embossing folder through to the colour. Would be over the moon if someone sent me a card like that! Thank you ?Sue.
Watched yesterday’s video & was amazed to find the background was done with a stamp. Now on my list!

rolfi said...

Hi Sue,

that´s an amazing card... The blue colour is so vibrant and the card looks so elegant.

Rolf xxx

Jean Z said...

Hi Sue, Love the card and colours . love Jean Z xxx

Lynne L said...

Good morning Sue Wow fabulous card I love the octagons they make such beautiful cards The EF is lovely too

Jackie T said...

Hi Sue this is a stunning thank you card it is simply gorgeous. Those dies are just amazing. Have a great day. Take care. Hugs Jackie

Anonymous said...


Hi Sue

A real you card today, gorgeous and very striking with the blue.

Heather R Oxfordshire

Marie P. from Longridge said...

Good morning Sue and all wilsonettes.
What a gorgeous card again Sue. A definite Sue Wilson card and I love everything about it. I wish I had those dies and will put the dies and stamps on my wish list in a prominent place where my family members can't miss it when they visit.
Hugs to all
Marie P.

Unknown said...

The cobalt in the octagons really sings to me. I checked to see if you had used cobalt pearls.

I had another idea for chocolate sauce on the ice cream sundae if you can't get hold of brown PVC glue. Melted crayon. Maybe draw and then color the shape you want, then heat with a heat gun while dripping on more crayon.

Best to all,
Donita



Lisbeth said...

Hi Sue. What a lovely card today. There is something about dark blue and white that always helps to create a really smart looking card. Love these dies as there are so many elements you can create a card with so much detail.

Lisbeth

Pat L said...

Hi Sue
Beautiful elegant card, thank you for sharing

Love and hugs to everyone
Pat

Pussycats said...

Good Morning Sue and all
Amazing card this morning , beautiful colours and so much detail you have made creating the card. You can really tell that this is one of your creations. enjoying watching Lisa show casing your dies, she is doing a fantastic job.
Crafty hugs and well wishes to all.... Wendy

Rosemary Stickland said...

Beautiful card, love the blue and white.
Rosemary xx

DeCor said...

Love this card. A stunning statement card.

Kate's Cards said...

Big and bold! Love it! Xxx

Rose in Chester said...

Hi Sue,
The Octagons and Hexagons must be one of my all-time favourites. They are so so elegant and your chosen blue and white is beautiful.
Hugs, Rose

Karen M said...

Hi Sue
Beautiful card,love the colour's & the flowers,very elegant.
Donita I like your crayon idea.
Best wishes
Karen M

Fluffycat said...

Hi Sue, a really lovely card and the blue and white look so crisp and fresh. I don't have any octagons, just hexagons, but I'm sure I can use your inspiration to create my version. Most of the keepsake cards that I make to order are 8" x 8", I love square cards as they give you so much scope and your Noble frames have helped me no end.

Ann - glad you had such a good holiday but there never is anything quite as good as your own bed is there.
Donita - great idea but watch your fingers!

Frances

redfox said...

Thank you for sharing Sue!! I don't have all the dies you've used but I have a few and others that could be substituted. So I'm really going to have a go at making this. I love your octagon and hexagon dirs. and the cards that can be made with them. Love to all Sarah

Owlish said...

Hi SUE
This is a very striking elegant card with so many features put into it very nice

JOY Xx

theresa w said...

Hi Sue and lovely wilsonettes x
Stunning card Sue x love the swags of the octagon die they are so elegant x the cobalt is really regal and I love the embossing folder too with its perfect pearl placements x thankyou Sue x
Theresa w in Berks xxx

lovestamping said...

What lovely dies and a great card. Thank you

stitchingranny said...

Great card today Sue.

Hugs Helen xx

ursula said...

Just love it Sue, that cobalt blue is really stunning against the white....a most beautiful card and I love big cards too....luv Ursula xx

Alice (scrAPpamondo) said...

Lovely card! I have that EF and it's so much pretty!!

sandieann21 said...

Fab card , so well put together.

Nana on the Hill said...

I absolutely love this card, it's just gorgeous xx

Littlelamb said...

Lovely card Sue. I am sure anyone would be pleased to receive this.

CraftyJo said...

Lovely :)

rosiejt said...

A lovely card and what a way to say 'thank you'!

Lynn Dalby said...

Hello Sue.

Lovely Card, I love these dies and your clean, fresh, classic colours. Thanks for sharing.

Best wishes

Welsh Dors said...

Hi Sue
A really striking card today. Love the die and the colour.
Best wishes
Dorianne

Kiraneries said...
This comment has been removed by the author.
Kiraneries said...

Hi Sue, a gorgeous card. Ver elegant and striking in the colbolt blue and white.

Tressa said...

Great canard. Love the colour choice.

Teresa

Pat S Witney said...

Hi Sue
A great card today. Love the colours you’ve used.

Patricia Howarth said...

Hi Sue, Truly beautiful !!
Lots of love from Patricia xx

Joan McKevitt said...

I love the octagonals, Sue....they always make such lovely cards, no matter which ones you use, and this is no exception! Jo xx

Brenda said...

Hello Sue, I love all of the dies you have used to make this beautiful card, the Colbalt and White is absolutely stunning. Hugs Brenda xxx

Di said...


Hi Sue,
Stunning car, a beautiful card and the lovely colours you have used.. Love the dies and embossing, the card is so fresh looking.
Cheers,
Di B.x
Tasmania.

Lynda's craft's said...

Hello Sue
Gorgeous card. & Gorgeous Dies love the Colbait blue & White combo beautiful
Love & Hug's Lynda xx

CCM said...

Hi Sue,
What a beautiful color combination! What a gorgeous card, it really highlights all of the beauty and elegance of these super octagon dies.Thank you, Sue, for your endless creativity and inspiration.
Hugs from Toronto to you all and special hugs to all missing friends.
Still a newbie to Craft / not longer the newest, or the only across the pond Wilsonette
Carmen-Dorothy

Betty McAlister said...

Beautiful card Sue. Xx

Sandy G said...

Really lovely card Sue. Thanks for sharing.
Hugs.

Princess Pixie! said...

Hi Sue
Beautiful card. Every intricate part of it is gorgeous x
Lisa did your dies proud on Hochanda. She did an amazing job x
Crafty hugs
PP
Yvonne x

Eunice said...

This card is very intricate Sue, I had to sit and really look at it to see everything that you incorporated into the design. I really enjoyed this card and the colors are right up my alley.

Helen Bell said...

Hi Sue

Great card, certainly makes a statement. Love the boldness of the blue and white. So pretty. The embossing folder is wonderful too.

Pawprintx4 (Stephanie K), thank you for the welcome back and your kind words. I hope you get some sun back soon. X

Love Helen xxx

Janice E Brummett said...

Beautiful card! There is so much to look at on this card so I enlarged it to see all the beauty you incorporated in it. This one is more my style, love it.

Latenight SandyH said...

Striking card. Love the embossing folder with all the little pearls and the octagons.
Take care everyone.

Susan Battensby said...

A gorgeous card, love everything about it.
x

Marie P. from Longridge said...

Another Sue Wilson card which I would love to send to you Sue to thank you for brightening up my days.
I just love everything about it and although I don't have all the dies you have used I may be able to compromise with some that I do have.
Best wishes to all.
Marie P.
PS I am finally getting your posts in English LOL

Dawn Holben said...

Sue this is another beauty, i have been meaning to get this die but what with all this spinal surgery i just have not got around to it yet.

Viki Banaszak said...

Wow! This is just gorgeous! Such wonderful textures and design.