Hi bloggers! I hope this one isn't too dark for you as I seem to have moved from my green phase into one that is using quite a bit of brown lately. Although this card was made a while ago, I just realised that I hadn't posted it until now. I really like decorative papers that have patterns that are very muted, tone on tone and that is what I picked for this card. I really like the black and brown together, although, I would imagine it isn't every ones cup of tea. I have used the scallop edge and the heart insert edgeabilities for the four horizontal borders on the card. The focal element was created using the heart square and the Samantha Walker Blossom tag die and just stamping my sentiment in the centre. I did a tiny bit of inking around the edge to frame it. You would never guess it's my card with the ginormous bow, huh? LOL I really like the black organza rose in the middle and the decorative stick pins to complete it. Whatcha think? All for now, Sue x
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Friday 11 November 2011
Black and Brown Elegance
Hi bloggers! I hope this one isn't too dark for you as I seem to have moved from my green phase into one that is using quite a bit of brown lately. Although this card was made a while ago, I just realised that I hadn't posted it until now. I really like decorative papers that have patterns that are very muted, tone on tone and that is what I picked for this card. I really like the black and brown together, although, I would imagine it isn't every ones cup of tea. I have used the scallop edge and the heart insert edgeabilities for the four horizontal borders on the card. The focal element was created using the heart square and the Samantha Walker Blossom tag die and just stamping my sentiment in the centre. I did a tiny bit of inking around the edge to frame it. You would never guess it's my card with the ginormous bow, huh? LOL I really like the black organza rose in the middle and the decorative stick pins to complete it. Whatcha think? All for now, Sue x
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I love it, I like dark cards they are very stylish. I really like the rose it takes the whole thing up a notch and moves it away from sombre.
Jenny x
It´s georgeous!!! I like how you embellish the dies together... Hugs Susanne
WOW wonderful card Sue. Isn't it funny how most of us have phases! I no I do. Have a good weekend xx Jan
I like it!!!!! xx
Sue, another stunning card. The rose and pin are certainly the finishing touches. Best wishes, Kym xxx
Not as keen on the darkness maybe (although don't dislike) but do love the way you have done the bow with the crinkly and vintage ribbon together with the rose on the top. I do think that it all comes together lovely.
Elaine
Stunning Card, Sue. Love, Julia xxx
This is gorgeous! Love the big bow and the colors are fabulous.
-Wenche
This is a card after my own heart! Whilst I love muted pinks etc, I also love browns, especially this time of year. I can see why people are sceptical about black - personally I love the drama of it, but find I have to really tone it down in cards I make for people or sell at craft fairs. Oity. The bow is gorgeous..as always with your cards Sue! Carole xx
Love the gorgeous card fantastic flower and bow
Another lovely creation Sue, love the organza rose / bow / pin combination. The edgabilitie dies are a nice touch too xx
It's lovely. Love the bow
It's my cup of tea love it.
I love the colours - so elegant. Another great creation Sue. Thanks for sharing.
Stampersue
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Hi Sue I like your brown phase very classy. Lots of love Jenny L
A wonderful card again. I love the big bow and this colour combination.
Hugs, Uta
A lovely vintage feel card Sue love black and brown combos - another great card thanks for sharing :-)
Maggie H
A lovely card and a most appropriate one to post today.
Frances
I like the use of the heart shaped edgebillities and nestabillities ,it is a romantic style card , can be used for friend , anniversary and engagement even wedding if you change the colour. another winner sue x Yvonne
Not too dark for me, I love it! Ali x
Wow Wow this card is stunning, love the ribbons, flower punched edges, infact love everything about the card. How was the flower made??
Maggie
The use of the patterned background paper takes the card from sombre to extremely stylish. The bows and flower are a departure though ( he he) Love the use of the edgeabilities. Great card!!! lol Lynne M
Good Morning to everyone - Those colours are wonderful together with the muted papers - gives the card richness - and the bow and organza rose look fab - love it.
lilygeexx
Just my colours Sue. I love this card. Fabulous Creation. Hugs Rita xxx
Love the colours sue it's certainly my cup of tea stunning card .Mandy x
I love black when used with one other colour, crisp and elegant.
A very stylish and sophisticated card as usual. I am loving the brown on black theme.
Hugs Amanda xx
Stunning card, Sue. The colour combination is lovely and that bow/flower embellishment is just gorgeous. Elzabeth x
WOW, love, love, love it how stunning is this card these colours look amazing together absolutely adore your creations...
Hi Sue
I love this....it is dark but thats good sometimes.A few classic colours and you have a stylish card.
Julie x
I like the dark colours, and brown has always been a favourite of mine - as my husband!! These days I think there are no 'set' colours that one must use in card making - anything is acceptable - as long as they work well together - and yours always do Sue. Thanks again.
Hi Sue you are such a tease with your lovely background papers come on tell us what they are! I must say I did like the foundations sets that were on C&C another winner Sue just my type of card take care Margaret
Hi Sue, dramatic with elegance. I like the use of the pins.
Elaine J xx
Beautiful as ever Sue. Ann W x
loved this card
black is so on trend
Vie Carter
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I think I have similar papers in my scrap box - will have to dig them out!
Hi Sue,
WOW WOW I just think this card is so elegant and sophisticated...it sure makes a change to see dark colours I love it,well done.
Carol x
Lovely Design Sue !
You said it all in your title Sue! Fab.
Very stylish card Sue, I like it
Hi Sue
Love these colours-a very stylish and elegant card.
Eileen x
Your cards always have an elegant look.
Love it! This color combination adds even more elegance. Love the rose and the stick pins and the lacy accents! Just beautiful :)
Lovely colour combination, am itching to try these as never thought to put these two together. Thanks Sue.
MariaS
It's a beautiful and elegant card, I love it!
I love black and brown together. And love the beautiful papers with the subtle pattern too. That bow is really gorgeous. I love this card. Lee x
I love what you have done with the card but the colours are'nt really me
wow this is stunning i love browns and coffee colours this looks fantastic sue hun xx
Love the central bit and the coloured paper but I am still struggling with the edgeabilities!!!
This is pure class. Metaphorically speaking this card is a classy siren; a stylish and extravagant girl.
Oh, this is stunning.
Hi Sue. Like the card design although not so keen on the darkness of the brown. You still amaze me with your bows, they're brilliant.
Hi Sue,
Just love this colour combination.It is so nice to see something other than pinks etc.It is so versatile for both male and female cards...... More Please.... xxx
Hi Sue
Love this card. Colours make it look so elegant.
Sue
Hi Sue, I think the brown and black work well together and make it look stylish, especially with the black organza rose. Love the dies you have used. Regards, Anne R x
I love brown and black together. A very classy combination.
Lorraine
Love the colours Sue.
As for your bows I must look up how you make them as they are fantastic.
Hugs Vanessa xx
such an elegant card Sue
sarah x
Beautiful. I just love the way you put colours together and the way you have with ribbons and bows.
Lovely card, very Victorian Arts and Crafts. I love how you mix different dies together on your cards, I never think of doing this. xxsue
This is amazing....I love black cards x
Barbara Daines.
You make the most wonderful cards I've ever seen. This one is so elegant. You always pick just the right colours to go together. Beautiful card Sue. - Joyce
This is yet another stunning elegant card. The edgeabilities really complement the nestie, and I love the way that organza ribbon subtly alters the black bow, lifting it so that it isnt sombre or dark. I have just been trying to analyse the way you have used the borders so the ones at the top & bottom are just the width of that layer, and the middle ones are the width of the card. Its really intriguing, cos as well as that, it looks like you have just wrapped ribbon around to make the vertical stripes, yet the whole design works without it looking cluttered!
Love the black and brown - my cards are going through that phase! - very stylish
Sue I do need to get my daily fix and this is another stunner.Is there any colour combos you can't get to work?
lovely card ,love the silky rouse so elegant...
Gorgeous card, very elegant!! Hugs, Frea
Oh Sue what a lovely combination of colours, the ribbon bow sets it off a treat, think I will give this combination a go!
Huge hugs
Sandra
I love those black pins.
i like the tonal values on this one. definitely not too dark. fab job.
Oh i love the combo of colors...very elegant. Your bow and pins look fantastic..tfs
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great combination of dies and that ribbon bow/rose is lovely!
R/
beautiful card! love the layers and the punched borders. very beautiful ribbon
That's a really pretty bow Sue, it looks really good on the card, in those colour combos, really nice card, thanks for posting it.
Love the colours, and the bow makes it amazing.
I love this card Sue it is not too dark it is elegant
Heather x
I think many have said my thoughts - it's not dark it's elegant. I've been playing with borders and getting some super results
love from Jackie D
SUE THIS CARD IS LOVELY
questa card è molto raffinata, anche se l'accostamento di questi 2 colori non è molto nelle mie corde...
Pure elegance here, that´s for sure. It´s just gorgeous Sue.
Very striking and rich card, like brown and black but would never have put them together on a card.Lots of inspiration and ideas on this blog.
Elegance is definately the word I would use. Also classy suits this rich card. Hugs, Carol S.xx
Elegance and classy are the words to describe this gorgeous card. Hugs Carol S.xx
WOW wonderful card
OMG!!! please can you send this one too meee! for my birthday in January (its the 15th LOL), this is up there with my favorites xxx
Another gorgeous card! I love the colour combination and the bow and rose embellishment finishes if off beautifully.
Happy Crafting!!! :) X X
Black and brown together always look nice, you always put so much work into each card the finishing touchers make all the difference.
Jane xx
another beautiful card! you are truly amazing!
Wonderful card!
I love how you have used both the colours.
Dont know how you get so many different ideas love this one as well
MissD
I love this card. The colours work really well, and I would never have guessed it was made by you with that wonderful bow on it LOL xxxx
Stunning card - the dark colours are very effective
Oh sue. Your cards are truly amazing. No wonder your heading towards 2000 followers. This is beautiful.
I am a bit behind in my comments. But beautiful card.
Sue C
I like this brown it's really nice! Love the pins they add a nice touch. Mimi
Not colours I would have thought to put together but they work beautifully. x
Another beauty - this colour scheme is so classy
Very Elegant.
Carol xx
love everything about this card.the colour ...the ribbon...etc.love it all.love Wilma.xx
Another stunningly elegant card, your colour scheme always amazes me.
love the colours an the ribbons bows are great!
fabulous ribbons an bows
So much detail!
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