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Monday 24 September 2018

Thanks

Hi crafters!  It's an offset squares card for today's offering.  I started with a piece of coconut white card as a base.  I used the Squared Squares to cut three frames out of various shades of purple in different sizes.  I offset all the squares so they lined up at the left side of the card and glued them into place,  I cut a wide stitched flag and added the Thanks sentiment to it.  I made a fancy flower using the Starlight Daisy and seated it at the end of the flag.  I accented it with leaves and curly ferns sprigs.  White and Lilac mats and layers were used to complete the card.  The finished dimensions are 8" x 8" in size.  All for now, Sue x








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76 comments:

  1. hollyberry24 September 2018 at 06:03

    Beautiful card. Love the graduated purple and the flower is so pretty.

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  2. Alice (scrAPpamondo)24 September 2018 at 06:31

    Lovely effect with the offset of the Squared Squares !! Great design!

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  3. Debra K.24 September 2018 at 06:38

    Great card today! Debra x

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  4. kittyedavies47@gmail.com24 September 2018 at 06:40

    Morning Sue.
    Thank you a brilliant card.
    Thank you and your Angels for all the great weekend shows.
    Take care and have fun Kitty.

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  5. TDQ Karen24 September 2018 at 06:41

    Beautiful card Sue love the colours and the setting is great

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  6. ClareW24 September 2018 at 06:41

    GM Sue. Great card. The squares are a fave.

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  7. Steph Cotterill24 September 2018 at 06:47

    Hi Sue. Brilliant idea to give to a chappie, remove the floral design use any colours that tickle your fancy and there you go, one male card for any occasion ☺ sorted.
    Is there any wonder Julia has the Queen of Background title she rocked her embossing shows, but im just wondering if the team will continue to use their 'ink names' plus I'd love to sniff Phill too, he always gives the impression he'd smell really good lol you guys have all the fun, any chance of it been bottled lol. A great sample and a great weekend thanks so much xxx

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  8. Pussycats24 September 2018 at 06:49

    Good Morning Sue and all
    Such a brilliant card this morning you have created from Squared squares . The colours work beautifully together and the of setting to the left works beautifully.
    Loved watching you all over weekend .
    crafty hugs to all Wendy

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  9. Anonymous24 September 2018 at 06:51

    Hi Sue, gorgeous card today love the flowers too.

    Barbara V

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  10. hazel young24 September 2018 at 06:51

    Beautiful card Sue x x hazel

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  11. Netty The Runner24 September 2018 at 06:55

    A great way to use these dies Sue. A fabulous card too. The Take Over was great, really good to see you and the rest of the team on tv.
    Annette x

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  12. Jan.moogie24 September 2018 at 07:05

    Wow wow wow stunning card today Sue. love it, hugs xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  13. Janice K24 September 2018 at 07:06

    Good morning Sue,
    A beautiful card using a brilliant, and very versatile die; love the shading of purple frames.x

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  14. CraftyCoffey24 September 2018 at 07:22

    Fantastic card, brilliant idea which I might get just use. Love it.

    Michele

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  15. ahappycrafter5024 September 2018 at 07:31

    Like the offset idea. Thinking ‘out of the box’ I guess.
    Jan
    Northampton

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  16. cheryl brown24 September 2018 at 07:32

    Hi Sue,

    Brilliant 'outside the box' thinking for today's card! love it


    Love 7 hugs
    Cheryl xxx

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  17. Chris Curry24 September 2018 at 07:39

    A very smart card Sue, as always I love your flower. Thank you, have a good day. Xxx

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  18. June Smith24 September 2018 at 07:42

    Morning Sue and all Wilsonettes, thank you for today's sample it is using one of my most favourite dies, beautiful.

    Stay safe, healthy and happy, hugs June Smith xxx

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  19. Helen E Jones24 September 2018 at 07:48

    Hi Sue love the colours used makes a great card Helen Jones

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  20. jean.phillips124 September 2018 at 07:51

    Morning Sue, lovely card, love the way you have off set the frames and the flowers are gorgeous. Love Jean xxx

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  21. Suemac24 September 2018 at 07:53

    A great sample.

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  22. Marie P. from Longridge24 September 2018 at 07:54

    Good mor ning Sue and all Wilsonettes.
    A gorgeous card again today Sue. I really love the colours you have used and your flower is exquisite, I personally have never been able to make pretty flowers, I think I am too ham--fisted .
    Your take-over was superb and I was able to watch a few of the presentations on my PC
    Thank you so much.
    Marie P.

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  23. Barbara Gosden24 September 2018 at 07:55

    Hi Sue
    A lovely card. I love the purple frames, and the flower is gorgeous.
    B xx

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  24. Lynne L24 September 2018 at 07:58

    Good morning Sue Beautiful card I love the colours & the way you've offset the squares

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  25. Marion Scott24 September 2018 at 08:03

    Good morning Sue, a lovely card and love the offset frames in shades of purple
    Marion S x

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  26. Anonymous24 September 2018 at 08:04

    Hi Sue - such a clever card, so simple but so effective. Love the use of different shades too. Sending best wishes
    YvonneMayxx

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  27. Clai0124 September 2018 at 08:10

    Love the shades of purple also on this card, it looks fantastic. x

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  28. BridgetCG24 September 2018 at 08:11

    Hello Sue, what a fantastic and modern design, love the shades of purple, one of my favourite colours. Have a good day all. Bx

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  29. lydia jordan24 September 2018 at 08:28

    Morning Sue,
    A striking card today love the offset square.
    Lydia
    x

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  30. NannaShaz24 September 2018 at 08:28

    Morning Sue and all Wilsonettes
    Great card today, take flowers of and perfect for a male card

    Sending love and healing hugs to all that need them xx

    Have a lovely day all
    Love
    Hunnymummy54 from MK
    xxx

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  31. Susan Battensby24 September 2018 at 08:36

    Lovely card and a great layout.
    x

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  32. Anonymous24 September 2018 at 08:37

    Hello Sue
    I love the way you have used the Squared Squares in those lovely mauve shades.
    With the addition of the Starlight Daisy and the leaves it makes such an attractive card!
    Lesley S x

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  33. June Horrocks24 September 2018 at 08:40

    One of my favourite dies sue I love the lay out your colours are brilliant thank you for a great weekend all of you love always june horrocks xxxxxxx

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  34. Scottydog24 September 2018 at 08:41

    The graduated purple squares really stand out & are a great contrast to the lovely flower. Thank you Sue. Loved the take over weekend, just didn’t get much done!

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  35. karenlotty24 September 2018 at 08:46

    A great card
    I’m hoping to watch the shows on Rewind as have been away from television and internet

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  36. Yorkie girl 24 September 2018 at 08:56

    Good morning Sue and everyone
    Where have I been. I have not seen these squares squares dies before
    I have to say I love them and need them. Now lol
    Beautiful card the floral eliment is again perfect
    Have a wonderful day Sue
    Hugs Theresa G x

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  37. gwen7024 September 2018 at 09:00

    Stunning card

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  38. Crafty vonnie24 September 2018 at 09:04

    Good morning Sue,
    Beautiful card & one that would suit many occasions. Fantastic shows & I loved seeing all the teams demonstrations.Yvonne xx

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  39. Crewe Trish24 September 2018 at 09:06

    Hello Sue
    This is still at the top of my need list can I hold out until the NEC in November

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  40. Jean Z24 September 2018 at 09:11

    Hi Sue, Lovely card. love Jean Z xxxx

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  41. Anonymous24 September 2018 at 09:22

    Hi Sue

    A beautiful card today, those squared squares are wonderful wish I had a larger craft room!! I think I have reached capacity.

    Heather R Oxfordshire

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  42. Pat24 September 2018 at 09:23

    Lovely Card Sue. :)

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  43. theresa w24 September 2018 at 09:37

    Hi Sue and lovely wilsonettes x
    Fabulous card Sue x the square frames look fantastic offset and I love the different purple shades x the flower and ferns are so pretty x thankyou Sue x
    Take care everyone x
    Theresa w in Berks xxx

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  44. Rose in Chester24 September 2018 at 09:38

    Hi Sue,
    It's beautiful. I love those squares............ Red and black for me, for colours..
    Hugs, Rose

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  45. evis24 September 2018 at 09:59

    Hi Sue,
    Love the card. The flowers are pretty and the different shades of purple
    really make the card look quite stunning.
    Regards,
    Evis M.

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  46. Theresa24 September 2018 at 10:55

    that is a cool card. loving the straight lines. and that dark aubergine colour is ace, hugs xx

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  47. Tressa24 September 2018 at 11:00

    Lovely card. I like the way you have shaded it. I have these square dies but have yet to use them... I will certainly work on your idea.

    Teresa

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  48. Pat L24 September 2018 at 11:46

    Hi Sue
    Brilliant card and I love the offset squares, must have a go at this

    Love and hugs to everyone
    Pat

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  49. Kiraneries24 September 2018 at 11:50

    Hi Sue, a beautiful card. Lovely colours and a gorgeous flora spray.

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  50. Sue MacFall24 September 2018 at 11:53

    Love the geometric look of this card and the colours are great. Thank you Sue.

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  51. CraftyJo24 September 2018 at 12:20

    Love the offset squares, adds more interest to the card than just simple layering :) Not finding the flower and sprigs totally necessary though but that's just me, I know most others love them :)

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  52. Jackie T24 September 2018 at 12:47

    Hi Sue this is a stunning card I just love it. The dies are just amazing. Take care. Hugs Jackie

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  53. Lynda's craft's24 September 2018 at 12:48

    Hi Sue I really like today's card I'm I'm lucky enough to have that Die so if it's ok I will try & make this card .
    Love Lynda xx

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  54. Deb E Isle of Wight24 September 2018 at 13:12

    Love the use of the colour tones on this card - really emphasises what a beautiful die it is and topped off with one of your fab flowers makes it yet another gorgeous post...

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  55. Anonymous24 September 2018 at 13:57

    Hi Sue,
    I love the Squared Squares with the ombre effect.
    Thank you for sharing.
    Véronique L

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  56. Fluffycat24 September 2018 at 14:03

    Hi Sue, a lovely card and the squared squares look great layered up in this way and I love the choice of colours. The Starlight Daisy perfectly reflects the open feel of the squares.

    Frances

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  57. sandieann2124 September 2018 at 14:04

    Lovely card, and dies are very effective.

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  58. Unknown24 September 2018 at 14:51

    Hi sue,

    Love the colours and dies! They all work so well together, very pretty

    Di Di from broadstairs Kent.

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  59. Brenda 24 September 2018 at 15:42

    Hello Sue, Gorgeous card, love the square dies and the way you have set them out on the cards.
    Hope you’re having a good day, hugs Brenda XXX

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  60. Unknown24 September 2018 at 16:07

    Refreshing!

    This card makes a big impact using what isn’t there, in both the flowers and the frames.

    Ombrés never appeal to me, but this is a spectacular way to move through the intensities of a color.

    Donita

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  61. DeCor24 September 2018 at 16:23

    Such a great use of the squared squares. A very dramatic effect. Love these flowers.

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  62. Helen Bell24 September 2018 at 16:41

    Hi Sue

    Great card. I toyed with burying the frames die, but others seeed to scream buy me first, so I don’t have it yet. Looks great in those colours.

    Love Helen xx

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  63. Laura O24 September 2018 at 18:33

    Fantastic card sue beautiful flowers. Laura O Springfield

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  64. dj from kettering24 September 2018 at 19:02



    I do like this!! I can see another
    set to go on my list!



    Doreen x

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  65. Patricia Howarth24 September 2018 at 20:16

    Hi Sue, A lovely card, beautiful florals and I adore the squared squares.
    Lots of love from Patricia xx

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  66. ursula24 September 2018 at 21:03

    Such a striking card, love the colours...and of course the embellishments in true Sue style...luv Ursula xx

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  67. Unknown24 September 2018 at 21:31

    Love love love this card. My favourite colour too

    You are such an inspiration Sue, thank you xxx

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  68. Littlelamb24 September 2018 at 21:37

    Lovely card and without the flowers would make a good male card. Thank you.

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  69. sued9924 September 2018 at 21:51

    Love the graduated colours. The design is great and the whole card is fabulous. X

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  70. Di25 September 2018 at 00:09


    Hi Sue,
    A beautiful card in the graduated purples, looks very smart. Love the Starlight Daisy as well, a very pretty flower.
    Cheers,
    Di B. x

    Tasmania.

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  71. CCM25 September 2018 at 03:09

    Love the graduated purples and the offset squares that make this card different and beautiful. I don't have the Starlight Daisy but I can use any flower from your impresive Finishing Touches Collection that I have.Thanks for the inspiration.

    Hugs from Toronto,
    Carmen-Dorothy

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  72. Latenight SandyH25 September 2018 at 03:37

    Gorgeous card. Love the colours.

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  73. BenteS25 September 2018 at 09:34

    What a striking way of using the frame die - just love it!

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  74. June Ballenger25 September 2018 at 22:36

    Beautiful card. I have these dies but I really haven't used them enough xx

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  75. Owlish27 September 2018 at 09:12

    Hi SUE
    I think this is a very fantastic way of using these squared squares and in my favourite colours I love it like these dies

    OWLISH Xx

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  76. stitchingranny28 September 2018 at 08:39

    Nice card Sue though I am not a big fan of the squared squares. I much prefer the look of your stitched or pierced edges - just an old fashioned girl I guess and these are too modern for me lol.

    Hugs Helen xx

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