Saturday 20 October 2018

Crystal Tint Christmas Frame Card



Hi crafters!  I just love these Crystal Tints.  They are fabulous to use to make beautiful backgrounds for your cards, festive or otherwise.







































The finished dimensions are 6 1/2" x  7 3/4" in size.  All for now, Sue x
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96 comments:

Steph Cotterill said...

Morning Sue. I love how your photography shows the immense sparkle on your background and the embossed detail on this festive frame, I know you don't always put your die cut through the emboss process but due to the quality of the dies and the machine you use its not always necessary and the stills show that in depth on this pretty festive sample. Off to see what I need to make this really effective background. Enjoy your day xxx

Karen Drew said...

Love this die. Makes a fab card without too much effort. Great for Christmas batch making
Luv
Karen xx

Clai01 said...

Lovely card and background technique. x

jean.phillips1 said...

Morning Sue, beautiful card, love the background! Love Jean xxx

Denise Bryant said...

Gorgeous winter scene! Love the details!

kittyedavies47@gmail.com said...

Morning Sue.
Thank you, a lovely card and video.
Take care and have fun Kitty.

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue, gorgeous card, love the background. It really shows off the beautiful die.

Barbara V

Barbara Gosden said...

Hi Sue
Gorgeous card. Will watch the video later, I’ve a busy morning.
B xx

Pauline Austen said...

Morning Sue, such a lovely card for all ages. Love your background. Hugs xx Pauline in S.A.

hollyberry said...

Gorgeous background on a beautiful card.

TDQ Karen said...

I love these backgrounds and so effective with the lovely frame

Chris Curry said...

I love this card and thank you for the reminder for a great background. Have a good weekend Sue.xxx

Janice K said...

Good morning Sue,
I love the beautiful background you've created with the crystal tints, it's so vibrant and sparkly, A gorgeous card. Thank you for the tutorial.x

KarinsArtScrap said...

stunning Sue......love everything about it, the background / die

gr karin

carol edwards said...

Hello Sue, such a lovely Christmas card, sparkling, colour and a great sentiment.xx

hazel young said...

Gorgeous card Sue, love the snipability of the die cut xx hazel

Marion Scott said...

Hello Sue, stunning card, love these crystal backgrounds and they are just perfect for this die and many others. Fabulous video too.
Marion S x

June Smith said...

Morning Sue and all Wilsonettes, gosh what a sample for us today, the colours are amazing, will have to check out this crystal tint. Love the dies used too.

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

theresa w said...

Hi Sue and lovely wilsonettes x
Wonderful card Sue x the background is stunning with just enough colour and sparkle as not to distract from your fantastic frame x I really must invest in some crystal tints , the effects look amazing x thankyou Sue x
Theresa w in Berks xxx

Scottydog said...

Very striking card, love that background & it is perfect for the white die cut. Thank you Sue.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful card. Thank You so much for the wonderful Die launch it was fantastic. I have no idea how you come up with such wonderful designs. Hugs. MERRY BERRY 2 xxx

dj fro kettering said...



I've missed the videos during the die launch, and what
a gorgeous one to have!!!! Love the colours,



Doreen x

Muriel said...

Hello Sue and all
Can’t wait to see the Video on this one, I don’t have any crystal tints and after your October release have already spent more than my Craft budget for a while, lol !, but this card is so lovely. This frame is a favourite and I have used it often already for this year
Hugs
Muriel x

Crafty vonnie said...

Good morning Sue,
Beautiful winter scene with a lovely background. Yvonne xx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue - this background is stunning and the crystal tints show up so well against the white. The card is just beautiful. Congratulations on another great launch - there are many which will go on my Christmas list this year. Sending best wishes
YvonneMayxx

Lynne L said...

Good morning Sue wow stunning card the background is gorgeous I'll watch the video later as I have a very busy day today!

gwen70 said...

Stunning card, background is beautiful

NannaShaz said...

Morning Sue and all Wilsonettes

What a beautiful card and love the background, I have just brought some crystal tints so will have a play after watching your video

Sending love and healing hugs to all that need them xx

Have a lovely day all

Love
Hunnymummy54 from MK
xxx

Mavis L said...


What a gorgeeous card love the colours used, Mavis L x

karenlotty said...

Lovely card I love the background technique

Anne said...

Beautiful card, Sue.

Anne (Northampton)

Marie P.from Longridge said...

Good morning Sue and all Wilsonettes.
Another great card and I DO have the die for this one. The video is great and I really must follow your tutorial re. the 2 trees with the glitter. I will also (I hope) do a Pixie Powder background.
Great inspiration Sue.
Thank you.
Marie P/

Patricia Howarth said...

Morning Sue, I am really loving the effect of the crystal tint, this background is stunning, I am looking forward to watching you create this beautiful card.
Lots of love from Patricia xx

Princess Pixie! said...

Hi Sue
Wowee! This is stunning. Video on hold until later.
That background is something else. Looking forward to watching this technique. You never know I might even try it!
I really need to pull up my crafty sleeves and get my bum into gear and make some cards. It’s been ages. I usually have all my mums Christmas cards finished by July. So far 10! 40 more to go!
Happy Saturday everyone.
Crafty hugs
PP
Yvonne x

Pussycats said...

Good Morning Sue and all
WOW card this morning . I do love the caught in crystal effect and the colours you have created are amazing . The dies you have used pop on the background. Thank you for creating the video.
Wendy

Susan Battensby said...

Lovely card and gorgeous background.
x

Deb E Isle of Wight said...

Love this post, have the dies and the crystal tints so will be having a go...Thanks for sharing

evis said...

Hi Sue,
Love the card. I have the dies and have used your method of glitter on the background.
It looks good.
Regards,
Evis M.

Jean Z said...

Hi Sue, lovely card i have these dies and i have used it a lot. love Jean Z xxxx

Unknown said...

One of your best dies, with a great background techniques in magical colors.

This is a winner all around.

I have the technology but lack the courage to believe I can get a fabulous result.

Christmas doesn’t seem near because we just finished with hot weather, but it’s almost already too late! We’re never going to make it!

Best,
Donita

Stella Munn said...

What a lovely card Sue. Thank you. This would be great to send to someone special with children in the family as it caters for everyone. X

Yorkie girl said...

Good morning Sue
This Christmas card is just fantastic that background is amazing not watched the video yet but I definitely will as I need to see how you created it
Have a wonderful weekend
Best wishes and hugs
Theresa G xx

rolfi said...

Hi Sue,

a gorgeous card and an absolutely stunning background.

Rolf xxx

BridgetCG said...

Hello Sue, what an awesome card, love the dimension on the die cut, and the background is just gorgeous. Have a great day everyone. Bx

stitchingranny said...

Such a pretty card. A technique I have yet to try.

Hugs Helen xx

redfox said...

What a stunning background, I don't have any of the crystal tints but if that's what they can produce that might have to change!! I bet you must be pretty wiped out from reading all the comments over the last few days. You do work so hard and we all really appreciate It as we use your inspiration to create our own cards. Love to all Sarah

Kiraneries said...

Hi Sue, a beautiful traditional Christmas card. I love your Santa flying across the tops of the houses with the lovely sparkling night sky behind. Thanks for your video.

Crafty Cruiser said...

Beautiful background on this lovely card
Doreen R

Welsh Dors said...

Hi Sue,
A fabulous Christmas card. Definitely a centre of the mantelpiece card.
Best wishes
Dorianne

Unknown said...

Hi sue,

Stunning I've seen you demo this one it's such a beautiful card,

Di Di from broadstairs Kent,

Snuffy Snoo said...

Hi Sue
Stunning card!...off to watch the video now!!
Love
Sam
xxxxx

lydia jordan said...

Afternoon Sue,
Gorgeous card, love the acetate background.
Lydia
X

sandieann21 said...

Lovely card, Sue. Really enjoyed the release last week. x

Pawprintx4 said...

A beautiful , fun card. This might be my son and crew’s Christmas card. First Christmas for my grandson! I love Caught in Crystal backgrounds.
Your launch was wonderful. I always think you can’t possibly come up with more ideas to tie your previous collection but some how you do.
Everyone have a wonderful weekend!
Stephanie K
SC / USA

CraftyJo said...

Gorgeous, such rich colours.

Helen Bell said...

Hi Sue

A gorgeous card. Love the die and the background. I think adults would love this card more than children, but then it appeals to almost everyone I think. Enjoyed the video as well, nice clear instructions. I bets there are lots of backgrounds made today.

Love Helen xxx

Ann Topp said...

Good Afternoon Sue. Just love this card Sue. And you have made the video so easy to follow I havnt used those crystal tints before..... but you made it look so easy.... I really want to have a go now. Love the die too. Wonderful sample Sue. Sending best wishes to everyone. Kind regards Ann Toppcards Leeds.

Anonymous said...

What a super background. Looks so vibrant xx

Suzzette Yandle said...

Lovely card, beautiful background and fantastic video. Thank you for sharing your great ideas.

Rose in chester said...

Hi Sue
I love this card, especially with the fantastic background you created. It's a stunner.
Hugs, Rose

Eunice Astle said...

What a beautiful technique with the Crystal Tints!!! These are going on my Christmas list. Thank you so much for your amazing ideas!!

BenteS said...

Gorgeous card you have designed, the background is awesome😍😍
Thanks for the video!

Sandra said...

Wow! This card is stunning!

Pat L said...

Hi Sue
Beautiful card and great video as always

Love and hugs to everyone
Pat

Lisbeth said...

Hi Sue. I have just made a very similar card to this but mine doesn't look as good as yours as I hadn't thought of putting extra trees in the background which is a great idea.

Lisbeth

Anonymous said...


Hi Sue
Just love today's card beautiful colours.

Heather R Oxfordshire

Fluffycat said...

Hi Sue, I loved this card so much that I bought the die on release :-) Watching you create the background was most interesting and made me wonder if I had anything that would help me replicate it, I shall think on and maybe have a play tomorrow. I like the way you disguised the reverse cut of the trees using glitter - very clever and I will 'borrow' that idea thank you.

Frances

Alice (scrAPpamondo) said...

Wow, fabulous card!!! Love so much these tints, they looks amazing for backgrounds!!!

Maria said...

Hi Sue and everyone
Wonderful background and a nice x-mas card, love it Sue

hugs to all Maria x

Lynda's craft's said...

Hi Sue gorgeous background & beautiful card love it.
Love Lynda xx

Joan McKevitt said...

A wonderful die, Sue....perfectly shown off by that lovely background! Jo x

ahappycrafter50 said...

A gorgeous background, pretty card. I’ve just bought two of the Celtic dies.
Jan
Northampton

Tressa said...

Lovely background that matches he dies perfectly.

Teresa

Barbara said...

Fantastic card Sue!!!!
I love that background, its so pretty. I have all the Crystal Tints but haven't used them yet so guess what I am going to be doing?

Kate's Cards said...

Wow, wow, wow!

alimecca said...

Hi Sue,
What a beautiful card today. I absolutely love it! The background is so striking and really makes the card pop. I have now discovered Glitter Kiss and love it - it’s going on everything!! Looks like I’m going to have to try the Crystal Tints. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to win the dies in your fabulous new launch this week, it is so generous of you. I loved the collection but only commented on those that I knew I would use as I wouldn’t want to deprive someone else ( if that makes sense) love and hugs to all Alison xx

Unknown said...

To My Wonderful Dear Friend Sue,
This Is One Of My Favourite Techniques Using
The Phenomenal “Crystal Tints”. I Love The Exceptional
Cutting Dies Used The Magnificent “BELIEVE IN MAGIC FRAME”
Your Video Tutorial Was As Always Superb Where You Shared Lots Of
Tips/Techniques I Purchased All The “Crystal Tints” When They First
Became Available I Love Using Them...........
Sue, Thank You For Sharing Today’s Exquisite Card
Take Great Care My Wonderful Dear Friend Sue,
Sue, Lots Of Love Also Huge Hugs 🤗
Love From Sam xxx

sued99 said...

Fabulous card. I love the background, the sparkle and the way you’ve achieved such depth. X

Viki Banaszak said...

What a wonderful card! I love me some sparkle!

CCM said...

You worked your magic again,Sue, creating a magical winter night using the Believe In The Magic Frame set. Beautiful.

Hugs from Toronto
Carmen-Dorothy

DeCor said...

Love this going to try to get background done. Thank you again!

Helen Terry said...

Hi sue stunning card love all your techniques. Thanks Helen x

Helen Terry said...

Hi sue stunning card love all your techniques. Thanks Helen x

Nana on the Hill said...

I just love the way you do these backgrounds, such a great technique, it really is a beautiful background for your gorgeous dies. Xx

Unknown said...

Hi Sue
Absolutely stunning I love these backgrounds.
With best wishes
Elaine Ann

ursula said...

Very pretty card indeed, a typical Christmas scene....luv Ursula xx

Littlelamb said...

A beautiful card. Love the background. Thank you for the excellent video.

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue
A really beautiful card with a stunning background!
Lesley S x

Laura O said...

Great card sue another stunner back ground is stunning. Laura o Springfield

Craftychris said...

Ooh this is stunning! xxx

lovestamping said...

Brilliant card Sue with a great background.

Owlish said...

Hi SUE
Fantastic card with fantastic colours love it

OWLISH Xx

Unknown said...

Beautiful card

Vie
x

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
I love the crystal tints.
Thank you for the demo.
Véronique L

Anonymous said...

Stunning Card Sue!

Unknown said...

Incredibly stunning.Absolutely gorgeous.