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Friday 22 October 2021

Decorative Squared Octagons

Hello bloggers!  Last but not least is the Decorative Squared Octagons!  I know the name is a mouthful, but this set is absolutely beautiful.  One thing that I do need to mention is that these do not cut out of the paper, only into the paper.  They have been designed to work with the Double Stitched Octagons so if you already own that set, these can be used to make decorative frames.  Shown here, you can see the lovely pattern that they make which can be used to go around your focal element.  If this set is singing your name, don't forget to leave a comment on this post.  Just to remind you, I will be doing the drawings on Oct 26th and posting the list of winning names in the afternoon.  Please don't forget to come back by the blog on the 26th to see if your name is among the winners!  All for now, Sue x

                                                                              

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76 comments:

  1. Hi Sue this is a gorgeous card. I love it. Take care. Hugs Jackie

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  2. Lovely card
    My favourite dies of all time my Noble dies as you know another to add to the collection.
    Stay safe all
    Elizabeth Bennett

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  3. Deb E Isle of Wight22 October 2021 at 12:08

    What a great set of dies and perfect companion to the the other set, but can see how they are also stand alone...Love the post...

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  4. What a brilliant idea! These will be really useful.

    sandyh(hull)

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  5. AfternoonSue and all the Wilsonettes
    Wow what a fantastic set of dies they make a beautiful card what a fun time you could have playing with them

    Hope you all have a good afternoon and stay safe

    Love
    NannaShaz54 in MK
    xxx

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  6. Good Afternoon Sue Omg Omg Omg. Yes three times. I love them. Aaanndddd ... I have the double stitched set to go with it. Ohhh what a fabulous die set. And what a way to finish Sue. Really lovely Launch with some very quirky new sets. What a brilliant designer you are.Good luck everybody. Someone is going to be very lucky to win this set.
    Kind regards Ann Toppcards in Leeds.

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  7. Hi Sue.
    This die set sure does sing to me.
    A beautiful card and a brilliant die set top of my list.
    Thank you for the brilliant launch, good luck to all.
    Take care and have fun Kitty.

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  8. I love this, I saw a card a couple of days ago using this and wondered how it worked now I know, I have the others in this collection already so this would a great addition and of course expanding the options when used together.

    Many thanks Sue for all your hard work in bringing us these fantastic new dies and of course your samples showing them off, have a great day.

    Freedomlass
    (LesleyT - Skegness)

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  9. Afternoon Sue and all Wilsonettes, oh what a way to finish- this 'Decorative Squared Octagons' die set is FANTASTIC, and oh how I would love to win this and add it to my collection, it is a remarkable set with so many combinations to use again and again, it is one of those dies that you would go to so often to create wonderful samples like you have today, I am sure there will be loads of samples using this set combined with all the others in this release, yes Sue your onto a winner again. God Luck everyone xx

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

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  10. Julie G from sunny Scunny22 October 2021 at 12:37

    Good afternoon Sue,

    These look amazing. I love the effect you have created on your sample card. A definite staple ingredient for card making!

    Love, Julie G from sunny Scunny

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  11. Hi Sue
    What a fantastic idea.I have the other set to work with them. Gorgeous card.
    Thank you so much for all your hard work and giving us so much inspiration.
    Jan x

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  12. Hello Sue and all
    How fantastic ! They look amazing and would be such a great background for so many cards. Love it! Love it! Love it !
    Thank you again for a fabulous release Sue
    Hugs
    Muriel from Oz x

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  13. Susan Foster Croydon22 October 2021 at 12:47

    Wow! This is a great effect! Beautiful card. This is definitely on my wish list😀
    Susan Foster Croydon

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  14. Wow, this set is amazing:))
    Looks great on your lovely card.
    Thanks for another great launch!

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  15. Very pretty very useful to many, I'm fine with my frames thank you I really don't need anymore. I've loved every single post of this launch, your designs are why we enjoy your projects and the quality and versatility is why we adore your dies.
    Many congratulations Sue you know how to please us, time after time, launch after launch, what a pleasure it is to be part of this beautiful family xxx

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  16. You are right, this is beautiful and I
    would love to win! Thank you for another
    (mini) release! It is fun to participate!
    Sharon Brand

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  17. A lovely card. Very unusual effect from this die set.
    B xx

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  18. Hey
    These give a really unusual effect! Something very different!
    Love
    Sam Salter
    xxxxxxxxx

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  19. Hi Sue, I wish I had the sentiment on the previous card when I was working and selling my cards. I didn't comment as should I win I don't think I would get much use from it so left it for someone else to be lucky. I do love the card though and hope the detail will be on the blog soon.
    We saw the Decorative Squared Octagons on the very first post of this launch, you certainly made us wait for it :-) I think it is a fabulous die and adds interesting detail to the card.

    Frances

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  20. Hello Sue
    This is so unusual I can't wait to see more examples. Thank you so much for these monthly launches Sue I love them all.Take care everyone x

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  21. Hi Sue
    A very intriguing die, I too look forward to seeing more examples
    Margaret x

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  22. Hi Sue, Oh wow, is that not the best frame, love it, and your card is very pretty. Take care and stay safe everyone. Bx

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  23. Such gorgeous textures, so clever use, love it!

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  24. Marie P. from Longridge22 October 2021 at 13:30

    Good Afternoon Sue and all.
    A grand Finaley I would say.
    A great Launch from beginning to end/
    Thank you Sue.
    Marie P.

    KEEP SAFE

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  25. Good afternoon Sue,
    Wow what a fantastic card,I love how this cuts into the card & makes a real focal point. Yvonne xx

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  26. Hi sue a very beautiful card got the last one off the launch it’s been fantastic. One for sure they have all made my heart sing you are such ax clever lady thank you so much
    Stay safe my friends xxxxxxxx

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    1. /I forgot to put my name at the bottom I know it’s at the top but it’s got to be at the bottoms
      June Horrocks xxxxxxxcc

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  27. A great set of dies, and a fantastic card and die to finish with.
    Kate from Kendal


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  28. Hi Sue

    Yes this definitely, definitely sings to me. It’s a great set to compliment the Double Stitched Octogons, but you could just use them on their own as well.

    You get so many dies. They makes such a statement. Wonderful!

    It’s sad your new launch has come to an end, but I’ve enjoyed every post. There have been some brilliant cards to see too. Look forward to seeing more on your blogs in the coming weeks.

    Thank you for your hard work and providing us all with inspiration.

    Love Helen xxx

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  29. Well as I thought you saved the best until last! This die is so unique yet will be so versatile. I suspect it will probably be seen in a lot of your samples in the future.
    What a fabulous launch, I like them all, thank you Sue, you must be very pleased with the response.

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  30. Gorgeous decorated frame, love it x
    Hugs
    CraftyJacq
    XX

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  31. This is a very unique octagon. A great and useful die set for sure.
    Stephanie K

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  32. Wow, this set is fabulous! So different but so very useable.
    Doreen R

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  33. Wow, can see these being a must have. WakeyL

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  34. What a finish to this launch, such a lovely
    die, and so useful. The card is great too.

    Stay safe,


    Doreen x

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  35. You’ve saved the best until last, what a fabulous set of dies. This set is definitely sing my name! Gorgeous card.

    Liz Cavill ~ Crafty Sunflower xx

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  36. Hi again Sue and lovely wilsonettes x
    What a brilliant finish to the launch Sue x I have the other octagon dies so it would be really rude not to get these too !!! They look fantastic x thankyou Sue x
    Theresa w in Berks xxx

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  37. Oh wow Sue, this card is fabulous and these dies will be so useful with the stitched octagon set.
    You have definitely saved the best to last of what has been a great launch.
    Marion S x

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  38. Hello Sue,
    This one is definitely singing my name! What a fantastic concept you have come up with. My mind is buzzing with ideas for using this die set. It’s rocketed to the top of my wish list. Thank you for another lovely launch.
    Tooth Fairy Jo. xxx

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  39. A beautiful card and fabulous die to end your new launch. Thank you Sue. Xx

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  40. Wow - what a way to end the launch. Brilliant idea and another item for my NEED list! Thank you for all you do to help and inspire us. Colleen (Bucks) x

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  41. Hi Sue, what a fantastic idea this die is. It will be so useful with the octagon set. Another to add to my list. The card is gorgeous.

    Thank you very much Sue for another brilliant launch. You are so inspirational with all the never ending ideas you keep coming up with.

    Barbara V

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  42. Eunice from Edmonton22 October 2021 at 16:09

    Stunning card Sue, this set of dies are definitely a MUST have!! This has been a wonderful launch Sue, your design ideas are spot on and very practical with ideas that go on forever!! Great launch!!

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  43. Yay!!! You did it, this is exactly what I’ve been talking about…can now do the paper piercing with one die! You little beauty Sue Wilson!! Any plans for other shapes?

    Zoe in Pencoed x

    p.s. I’ve ordered this so please don’t include me in the draw x

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  44. A great set of dies can be used for so many occasions xx

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  45. These are just fabulous. I can see so many uses for them. Congratulations on another fantastic collection. X

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  46. These are so effective, love them when several done together as with this gorgeous card. We'll done on this release Sue all have been fantastic xx

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  47. Lovely set of dies. Very unique and so many possibilities
    Great mini release once again. You never fail to impress with something different
    Luv
    Karen xx

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  48. Fab die & fab card.

    Janet Wilson in Menston

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  49. Fantastic design and it's very hard to have a favourite as per usual but i think this could be used more on many different projects or themes and celebrations.
    Gorgeous card also just love it! x

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  50. Evening Sue, beautiful card and I saw this on one of the other cards and was wondering how you used your circle dotted cutting die to get this effect but see now its a whole die. Well done. A

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  51. This is a fantastic die set to complement the Double Stitched Octagons! Beautiful card to showcase them. Love it.

    Thank you, Sue, for another great mini launch, for your inspiration and generosity.

    Hugs from Toronto to you all.
    Stay safe and healthy.
    Carmen-Dorothy

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  52. Hi SUE
    I do like your card today and I most certainly love the Double Stitched Octagons die,
    Thank you so much for this Launch really enjoyed it.
    Owlish p Xx
    From The Bonnie Land

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  53. Fabulous card Sue, this looks a great set to have
    Glennis nz

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  54. Hi Sue
    Well what a launch this has been with a spectacular grand finale x
    I do have the double stitched octagons and I can just picture how fabulous these will be when teamed up together. Such a brilliant idea x
    I have loved each and every post from this launch and I am so excited to see the new dies in action in the coming weeks x
    Thank you so much for a wonderful few days, it’s been a blast x
    I am going away early tomorrow morning to stay with some friends so I will no be around for a few days. Have a wonderful weekend everyone whatever you’re up to x
    Crafty hugs x
    PP
    Yvonne x

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  55. What a wonderful die! I love the card you've made with it

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  56. WOW, WHAT A GREAT finish to your latest launch!!! Your card is just gorgeous...
    Love Rosie from Chorley xxxx

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  57. Fabulous card and die, Sue xx Hazel Nottm

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  58. Wow, this last die is very different and full of possibilities! Love it very much . Great card too, so classy and interesting!
    Thanks for all the launch!

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  59. Hi Sue.
    Wow you saved the best to the last...... absolutely beautiful.
    Hugs
    Rose

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  60. Hi Sue
    Oh my word just when I thought things couldn’t get better you come up with this die! It’s absolutely beautiful and a definite ‘I Need’ die.
    Hugs x
    Heather T

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  61. That makes such an impact, Sue. It's great!

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  62. Hi Sue,

    to be honest couldn´t understand the die until I saw your card.
    I would say it makes a stunning effect on every card and it´s a must-have.
    very special - love it.

    Rolf xxx

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  63. I already own you other octagon dies and this will compliment them so well. Engineergirl x

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  64. Wow! Such a cool effect from this set, your card is gorgeous! An absolutely fab release, thank you. Take care. Craftychris in Bournemouth xxx

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  65. Wow, that's so effective - perfect way to add interest to a card design without adding dimension (which can sometimes be important for postage). And it looks as though you can decide how wide the pattern is, based on how many of the dies you use. I wonder if you could change the spacing, too, by staggering the dies, using odd ones only ... I look forward to seeing what else you come up with.
    Jomada-Dawn

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  66. Hi Sue,
    What a way to end the great October Die Release. I absolutely love the Decorative Squared Octagons. This is such a versatile die set with stunning results. Your card is absolutely gorgeous. This is a must have for me!
    Be well and stay safe.
    Robin From Riverside

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  67. This looks amazing behind the octagons....lovely card and another great mini launch....luv Ursula from Verwood xxxxx

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  68. Was für eine großartige Stanzschablone!
    Die Karte ist wunderbar.
    Sabine aus Barleben

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  69. This is ingenious. I couldn’t make out what it was when I first saw it advertised. Use mirror card behind, stitch on it. I’d love to have a go at playing with this. Brilliant. Thanks Sue x

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  70. You are a clever lady Sue. This die is amazing. This is definitely on my list.
    Annette x

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  71. Hi Sue,
    What an amazing die set to end the launch of a great new collection!
    Véronique L

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