Hi guys! Here's a closer look at the new Enhanceability dies from Flower Soft called Hearts and Flowers. These are truly unique in that they do not cut an image out completely. Rather, they cut just the outline and leave the centre intact. This allows you so many options when adding these dies to your repetoire. I have used the corners again here to make the little heart flowers which are so very dainty and pretty. I used one of the Fancy framed tags to cut the aperture in the middle and I backed it with a red and white decorative paper. I mounted my background on foam pieces for dimension and interest. I stamped my sentiment on coconut white card then cut it with the Vintage Lace tag and inked it with Fired Brick Distress ink while in the die. I mounted this piece over the aperture opening on foam pieces also. I added two black rhinestones to the tag and some black rhinestone swirls to the background. I added a mat of red for balance and then pierced the edges of the black mat to complete the card. It's a really simple card but I love the fact that it can be used for just about any occasion with a change of sentiment. All for now, Sue xSaturday, 8 September 2012
Hearts And Flowers
Hi guys! Here's a closer look at the new Enhanceability dies from Flower Soft called Hearts and Flowers. These are truly unique in that they do not cut an image out completely. Rather, they cut just the outline and leave the centre intact. This allows you so many options when adding these dies to your repetoire. I have used the corners again here to make the little heart flowers which are so very dainty and pretty. I used one of the Fancy framed tags to cut the aperture in the middle and I backed it with a red and white decorative paper. I mounted my background on foam pieces for dimension and interest. I stamped my sentiment on coconut white card then cut it with the Vintage Lace tag and inked it with Fired Brick Distress ink while in the die. I mounted this piece over the aperture opening on foam pieces also. I added two black rhinestones to the tag and some black rhinestone swirls to the background. I added a mat of red for balance and then pierced the edges of the black mat to complete the card. It's a really simple card but I love the fact that it can be used for just about any occasion with a change of sentiment. All for now, Sue x
Hi Sue, beautiful card so well executed. Need to get these dies.
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The card is cute. Love little punched hearts!
ReplyDeleteGM Sue - as you say very flexible card for any occassion. Like it
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Clare W
Gorgeous card Sue, I wasn't sure about these dies but I am getting to like them.x
ReplyDeleteLove this card, the new hearts & flowers looks divine xx
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ReplyDeleteMorning Sue another beautiful card until yesterday I wasn't sure about these die but when they arrive yesterday I soon changed my mind their are so delicate. Hope you are enjoying your break to recharge your batteries.
Take Care
Debs Artliff
Beautiful card Sue, so delicate and pretty!x
ReplyDeleteHi Sue,
ReplyDeletelove the idea of these dies. So delicate and sweet. The card is fabbbb as usual.
Have a wonderful crafty day everyone.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.
Hi Sue
ReplyDeleteVery pretty card indeed so delicate. If the centre was cut as a heart it would make a lovely valentine card. I think a lot of people will find these dies useful.
Crafty Hugs
Heather Rogers xx
ReplyDeleteHi Sue
Very pretty card this set of dies will be so useful.
Hugs Annx without an "e"
Sue,
ReplyDeleteI have been using these dies and love the effect, simple and lovely...thanks for these ideas. You are the best.....
Wow pretty fabulous creation. I love this.
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morning sue,
ReplyDeletei need to win the lottery so i can get all these lovely dies.
love this card
best wishes
norma
Hi Sue....Beautiful card...I love the hearts and flower dies...must add them to my wish list...
ReplyDeleteChrissie..x x
A beautiful card, very pretty and delicate. Like other comments I wasnt sure about these dies, they need to be demo'd to show their true worth, and you do that so well. Now I will have to get them.
ReplyDeleteMorning,
ReplyDeleteAnother super card as usual. This is a very pretty and delicate design that when shown off are a must have for everyone.
TFs
Hugs
Amanda x
Good Morning Sue,
ReplyDeleteValentine was my first thought when I saw this post, the dies are so cute, I bought the flowers and butterflies, should have bought both now, lol.
Have a great day everyone.
Happy2craft
Beautiful card. Think I might have to buy those dies!
ReplyDeletebeautiful card these may have to go on my wish list
ReplyDeleteMorning Sue, Was not too keen on these dies when I first saw them but know I am thinking I will have to get them! Hope you have had a nice break. Love Jean x
ReplyDeleteHi Sue, yet another absolutely gorgeous card. I'm waiting for delivery of this (and quite a few more) die and can't wait to get cracking with them.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend.
Wow this is a beauty. Love those weeny heart cutouts and flowers.
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ReplyDeleteMorning Sue, A gorgeous card, I love the edgeabilities dies, at first I thought I wouldn't like them, but I really do and I'm going to have to have them ha ha. This card looks like a quite quick card to make, but looks gorgeous. Lots of love from Patricia xx
ReplyDeleteMorning Sue,
ReplyDeleteLovely, delicate looking card. X
Hi Sue, a very delicate card and I wasn't sure about the half punched flowers, but I must admit you have made a fantastic card with it.
ReplyDeleteAudrey x
Love the colours - a pretty die this one and really like the smalldetail of it.
ReplyDeletelove lilygee
xxx
Hi Sue another lovely and beautiful card I just love the look of red and white together it looks so clean. Love the hearts and flowers dies too.
ReplyDeleteCrafty hugs Sarah
When I saw these die I didn't think they looked very impressive. But I have see a couple of cards you have made, your changing my mind another one to add to my wish list.
ReplyDeleteJane xx
Very, very pretty card Sue, these enhanceability dies are so decorative. Definitely would fit any occasion. Hugs Christine H xx
ReplyDeleteStunning Sue the card and dies on my wish list xx hazel
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card Sue. Once again you have come up with a brill design. xxx
ReplyDeleteHi I was unsure about these dies too but after seeing your card i think they are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMarion
morning Sue
ReplyDeletevery pretty card today and one that I think would gladden anyone's heart to receive. Very dainty and lovely.
Janet x
Have just ordered these dies as I think they are really lovely! Another great card.
ReplyDeleteThe Enhanceabilities give a whole new look to your cards-beautiful! x
ReplyDeleteLove the cute little flowers. Beautiful card Sue. Pat x
ReplyDeleteGood morning Sue
ReplyDeleteLike so many others I didn't like these dies at first but after seeing your samples I am really liking them and they have gone on my wish list. Today's card is so delicate and pretty and anyone receiving it would be very happy.
Hugs
Simply Elegant!
ReplyDeletemorning sue another wonderful card the way that this die only cut out some of the die is great it gives lovely look to the card
ReplyDeletehave a lovely weekend and that you have enjoyed you little bit rest
shirley xx
need to add this die to my ever growing collection haha
A very delicate card, truly lovely!
ReplyDeleteHello Sue,
ReplyDeleteI was not sure about these dies, but the way you have used them opens up my mind and I can see how they can fit in with a lot of my other dies. The flowers and tiny hearts look so delicate, this is a lovely card and yes I agree could be used for many occasions.
Have a good weekend, Love BrenLel
Lovely card, these dies are so versatile xx
ReplyDeleteReally pretty card. Love, Julia xxx
ReplyDeleteFab card Sue, really want to get my hands on these dies. Hope you are having a good break. Bx
ReplyDeleteHi Sue,
ReplyDeleteVery pretty card the dies look interesting.
Hope you had a good break.
Lydia
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A pretty card Sue but unfortunately I am a minority today....still on the fence with these dies.
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely card Sue. I wasn't sure if I liked these dies to start with but I must say they are growing on me.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend everyone
xx Sandra
A pretty card, and suitable for most female celebrations.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sue
Christine
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Lovely card but like HiggiSue I am also on the fence.
ReplyDeleteLovely card Sue. I am still not sure about whether I would get enough use out of these dies. But this card looks gorgeous.
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Yes a lovely little card ,just right for any occasion.
ReplyDeletelove the little hearts
Take Care
Elaine H X
Lovely card, very unusual dies .XX
ReplyDeleteI think I might need these dies. They make such pretty cards.
ReplyDeleteHello sue
ReplyDeleteTrouble with Google lost my other message..anyway sweet card
LoveMarg
Morning Sue, still havent made my mind up about these dies yet. I see one card and think must get those then see another and think not sure I like the effect....Hugs xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work here as always hun.The small punched hearts looks so cute on it.
ReplyDeleteHi Sue
ReplyDeleteA very pretty card, love those dies, hope your having a lovely time.
Happy crafting to all
Love Tina x
You've really shown how to use the new dies effectively. They're gorgeous. Thank you Sue.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful card, just love these dies.
ReplyDeleteyet again another stunning card, i really like these dies i can see alot of ways of using these and i particularly like the butterflies xx gail in eastbourne
ReplyDeleteHi Sue, your card is so pretty my dies arriving today so I can have a play. Hugs x
ReplyDeleteHi Sue,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this card though I must say those new dies are not my cup of tea. Won't be buying them, sorry x
Hi Sue.
ReplyDeleteThese are quite pretty dies, with a dainty feel, I think the swirls give the card an elegant lift.
xx
Morning Sue, I wasn't sure about these dies when i saw them, but you've done a stunning card with them and they look great.
ReplyDeleteEmma
Another lovely card Sue. These dies are just right for that 'little extra something'
ReplyDeleteCarolyn B x
Hi Sue,
ReplyDeleteI wasn't sure about these flower soft dies when I first saw them but you have made such lovely cards with them that I've changed my mind - they have now gone on the wish list. Beautiful card once again; you are so clever.
Beverley W
Morning Sue, really lovely card what a nice idea.
ReplyDeleteHugs Sue M x
Another lovely card Sue. These dies are just right for that 'little extra something'
ReplyDeleteCarolyn B x
Good morning Sue, Such a pretty card, the Enhanceability is such a delicate die, love the tiny hearts and flowers, but like Higgisue I am also on the fence about them.
ReplyDeleteHope your batteries are recharged and you had a restful break.
Have agreat day everyone,
Hugs june x
Hi Sue
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card as usual and also flexible as you say.
Morning Sue, This is a very pretty card, still thinking about these dies. I hope you had a great break and come back fully refreshed and ready to go.
ReplyDeleteLove Rosemasrie xx
Hi Sue, This die is such a great idea. I love cutting around stamped butterfly wings and it's great that this is done for you on the little flowers. Beautiful card as expected! Hugs, Carol S.xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card, love the look of the new background dies,
ReplyDeleteClare x
Hi sue what a lovely card, love the flowers and hearts they just finish a card when it needs that little something,i hope you had a lovely break xxx
ReplyDeleteall the best martine xxx
Beautiful card, so simple and fresh looking. Hugs Ann
ReplyDeleteVery pretty,definately a someone special card,take care ,x.
ReplyDeletelove the card .nice n simple .. hugs sarah ..x
ReplyDeletesimply beautiful Sue :) lainey x
ReplyDeleteMorning Sue, hope you're enjoying your break :)
ReplyDeleteI love this card, as I do with all the ones you design. Black, red and white is so effective. The new dies are fabulous and I'm looking forward to using them.
June x
Hi Sue, What a beautiful card, love the effect that the enhanceability gives take care vanessa xx
ReplyDeleteHi Sue, When I saw these dies I thought Vintage Romance. Love your take on them though. It is really quirky. With love & light Theresa. H
ReplyDeleteHi Sue
ReplyDeleteLove this card, its so cute
Margaret L
Great card!
ReplyDeleteI love the colors and those flowers at the corners are adorable!
Hi Sue.
ReplyDeleteA simple card but so effective.
Evis.
This is a sweetie, and you are right, suitable for just about anything. I have the version with butterflies on order, I just wish they would come soon.
ReplyDeleteLovely Sue, just lovely. Hugs Sheila.x
ReplyDeleteLovely for Valentines Day!
ReplyDeletehi Sue another die for my listi just got a big envelope of spellbinders so off to play in a while this is such a pretty card
ReplyDeleteHi sue love this card gutted I didn't get these dies when you had them on c+c but I put my order in before I had seen the programme as I didn't want to miss out on the venetian set again!! Lol love lesley xx
ReplyDeleteAnother lovely idea Yet another item added to my Birthday Wish List (next month!)
ReplyDeleteHi Sue
ReplyDeleteLove the card. I' m not to sure about these dies but my friend has these dies and I'm going to try before I buy lol
Thank you
Lizzie (serial copycat)xox
This card is lovely Sue, so simple, so sweet & suitable for any occasion. A really nice die. xx Love Karen xx
ReplyDeleteI'm not so keen on these dies but I do like your card. I am sure the dies might grow om me.
ReplyDeleteSUCH A PRETTY CARD.SUZYD X
ReplyDeleteThis is such a pretty card Sue! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, thanks for all the useful tips
ReplyDeleteHi Sue,
ReplyDeleteI'd hardly call today's card simple, you're too modest! It is very striking and I'm warming to the enhanceability dies too.
Hope you're fully re-charged.
Sue
I love these enhanceabilities they just add something special to a card. Linda xxx
ReplyDeleteJust Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteLovely card Sue. Not on my list of Spellbinders to buy as not my cup of tea.
ReplyDeleteI've not had a lot of time for blogging this week, so I'm enjoying a look back at the week's posts now. I've missed some real stunners. This card is so beautifully delicate. :) Hope you have a lovely weekend.
ReplyDeletesuch a beautiful card Sue
ReplyDeletePretty card Sue
ReplyDeletenice if you want a quick card
Vie
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Hi Sue, Hope you're having a nice restful weekend. I am another who is not at all sure about this particular new die, but it's a lovely card anyway (as your cards always are) and I do like dainty! Sue xx
ReplyDeleteLike the look of this. Defintely different!
ReplyDeleteHi Sue, A lovely card I think most
ReplyDeleteof us feel the same about these dies
but when your showing what can be done with
them you are converting us.
Nancyd xx
love these new dies x
ReplyDeletelovethese dies great card
ReplyDeleteHi Sue,
ReplyDeleteNot too keen on this card I'm afraid.
But we can't all like everything the same.
Margaret O xxx
Another lovely card Sue. I think these dies are great because you do not need to do a lot to make such a pretty card.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Sue!
ReplyDeleteI am loving these new dies and will need to invest in them soon.
Happy Crafting!!! :) X X
Love the simplicity yet versatility of this card Sue, gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThese new dies are adorable Sue, love the colours you have used and the bling just makes it! xxx
ReplyDeleteMorninf sue,love the card and putting the paper behind the appeture is a great tip
ReplyDeleteIta
Very pretty card Sue,these new dies are lovely but way down my wish list at the moment! Carole Z X
ReplyDeleteSue this is really beautiful I love the red underneath and the black swirls look gorgeous with the sentiment too.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Linda xxx
Good evening Sue
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely card, the flowers are so cute as are the little punched hearts!
I didn't realise these were from Flower Soft.
Many thanks for the gorgeous Card!
Hope you are taking it easy!!
Lara xxx
Such a lovely card and very fun dies.
ReplyDeletea lovely card, again makes great use of showing the beautiful dies x
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting dimension this gives. Like to see more xx
ReplyDeleteLove the punched out fowers nd the die cut looks like a wrapped candy.
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Beautiful card and a bit different, I love the overall effect of it. and those flowers are a perfect size.
ReplyDeleteAudrey x
Hi Sue, Super funky card. My inspiration wall is getting over full again! I just love your style. With love & light Theresa. H
ReplyDeletelovely card sue
ReplyDeleteI totally love this card! Love Sam xxx
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