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Friday, 6 September 2013

Happy Christmas

Hi crafters!  We have another winner (this is such fun!!) and that is:

  Karen Lotty!!!

Email me to claim your prize! (americansue1@gmail.com)

Back to a Christmas card today!  I had a tough time photographing this one because the light kept reflecting off the acetate I used!  I decided to keep this one rather simple too.  I used a piece of gloss white card and stamped snowflakes (from the Snowflake and Sprigs set by Creative Expressions) across it using a clear perfect Medium pad.  I used alcohol inks (cool Peri, aqua, and pearl mixative) and the Tim Holtz applicator tool with a piece of felt.  I pounced over my stamped images with it.  You have to look closely in the pics below, but you can see where they have resisted the ink.  I stamped my sentiment to the side on this strip and embossed it in white.  I decided that I wanted to recess the strip and have a snowflake bridge the gap, but since I picked the thinnest one, I didn't think it would be secure on its own so I added the acetate atop so it had something to sit on.  I used the New Years Dove embossing folder to give texture to my white background, before splitting it and adding the acetate.  I raised it with foam pieces and centred it so my inked strip showed through the acetate.  I glued my snowflake from the 2012 Pendant set to the top of the acetate.  I finished the card with my paper pierced double white mat to frame it nicely and a pretty pearl swirl across the top.  Great card to help use up some of those strips of both acetate and gloss card you may have hanging around!  Finished dimensions are 7" x 9" in size.  All for now, Sue x










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182 comments:

  1. Pam6 September 2013 at 06:01

    Very fresh and clean looking, embossed background lovely.

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  2. Marion Bull6 September 2013 at 06:04

    Great idea Sue and a technique that could be used for cards for any occasion! Thank you. xx
    Marion B

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  3. Lacelady6 September 2013 at 06:05

    Wow, a 'less is more' card - so refreshing. Not sure that it's quite you though.

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  4. Jan.moogie6 September 2013 at 06:09

    Simply stunning today Sue. Love it. xx

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  5. nancyd6 September 2013 at 06:10

    Morning Sue, another fantastic card
    I don't know if you showed this on
    C&C but I have seen it before and I
    still love it and the colour too.
    Nancyd xx

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  6. kitty davies6 September 2013 at 06:10

    Morning Sue this is a special card for that someone special,thank you,take care Kitty

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  7. cr@fty6 September 2013 at 06:11

    Good morning Sue
    A really nice clean and crisp looking card today. I agree with Marion it's a technique that can you used for any occasion . Congratulations to Karen.
    Hugs x
    Heather T

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  8. Eemeli6 September 2013 at 06:17

    Lovely card. Cas look is much to my taste and in this one less is definitely more.

    Hugs,
    Eemeli

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  9. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 06:24

    Morning Sue,
    Simple, but lovely. It's given me some ideas for cards for other occasions too. I love resist techniques so this is one I'll be trying soon. Thanks for inspiring us.
    Love, Karen

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  10. baconbits6 September 2013 at 06:26

    Morning Sue
    Simple and yet so elegant. Clean and crisp - like the resist snowflakes very subtle.
    TFS
    Hugs
    Amanda x

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  11. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 06:27

    Morning Sue
    Really lovely card. Very elegant and classy. Love the swirl in relation to the snowflake.
    Lisa x

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  12. Unknown6 September 2013 at 06:31

    HI Sue, I love the look of this very clean and elegant.
    Hugs n stuff
    Carol B

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  13. tracy w6 September 2013 at 06:35

    Hi sue
    What a beautiful card I've just started making my christmas cards so I will try this one out thank you tracy w x

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  14. Mrs B6 September 2013 at 06:36

    Hi Sue. I love it! That snowflake is simply gorgeous. As others have already said, a great technique that could be used for any occasion. Take care.

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  15. BridgetCG6 September 2013 at 06:40

    Hi Sue, really lovely card, simple but striking. Bx

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  16. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 06:41

    Belinda Raven said...

    Hi Sue, beautiful card - so elegant!

    Hugs, Belinda. X

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  17. Alison6 September 2013 at 06:41

    Nice, simply and elegant. Another stunner.
    Alison Dent x

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  18. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 06:43

    GM Sue - love the blue strip - very cool and understated - almost gets me shivering with cold.
    Rgs
    Clare W

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  19. jean.phillips16 September 2013 at 06:49

    Morning Sue, lovely clean, crisp card today. I love it! Love Jean xxx

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  20. Rosie6 September 2013 at 06:52

    That's just so cool,Sue.

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  21. Christine Harrop6 September 2013 at 06:53

    The blue strip looks great and the embossing is fabulous. A gorgeous card altogether. Christine x

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  22. Rose in Chester6 September 2013 at 06:55

    Hi Sue,
    Crisp and elegant - it's another beauty.
    I bet it's nothing like the temperatures you have in good new Florida!
    Hugs, Rose

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  23. Patricia Howarth6 September 2013 at 07:00

    Morning Sue, Congratulations to today's Winner.
    A lovely, clean and crisp card today, loving the colours too.
    Lots of love from Patricia xx

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  24. Debs A6 September 2013 at 07:01

    Morning Sue another stunning card i love it. I like how simple it is its so clean and fresh. I will be having ago at the one. Take care Sue xx

    Debs A

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  25. englishrose8976 September 2013 at 07:02

    Morning Sue, Love the clean look to this one. Great card. Sally x

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  26. Anne O6 September 2013 at 07:04

    Hi Sue
    Another stunning card. I love the channel and the blue snowflake effect on the background paper. So elegant.
    Best wishes, Anne O

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  27. Laura O6 September 2013 at 07:06

    love the embossed background ,nice card .Laura O

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  28. Gail6 September 2013 at 07:18

    Good morning Sue,
    A lovely cool crisp card! With stunning effects. I will be having a go at this one.
    Gail C x

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  29. Jackie T6 September 2013 at 07:22

    Good morning Sue this card is beautiful. I think I will be using this design thank you for the inspiration. Have a good day you must be travelling back soon. Not long and you will be on TV again. Love Jackie

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  30. hazel young6 September 2013 at 07:23

    Beautiful card Sue and not a bow insight xx hazel

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  31. Fieldsend6 September 2013 at 07:23

    Morning Sue, beautiful, clean and elegant - love. More Christmas ones please.
    Have a great day.

    Love June
    xxx

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  32. Nananne6 September 2013 at 07:24

    Sparkling , snowy, fresh card! And I can make this as I received my lovely Sprig and Snowflake Stamps this week!
    Thank you so much again I can't wait to use them.

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  33. carol edwards6 September 2013 at 07:26

    Hi Sue simple but beautiful, just like the first fall of snowx

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  34. Rosemarie6 September 2013 at 07:26

    Morning Sue, A very fresh and simple card, but so effective, definitely one to try. Have a good weekend Sue, and a very safe flight home.

    Love Rosemarie Fishlock xx

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  35. foxyg6 September 2013 at 07:27

    A lovely simple looking card Sue.

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  36. Nanna Tina6 September 2013 at 07:28

    Hi Sue
    A simply stunning card, quick and easy for any occasion.
    Congratulations to the winner
    happy crafting
    Love Tina x

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  37. AnneRD6 September 2013 at 07:30

    A very effective use of materials today Sue. Just enough acetate to make an impact, without being overpowering. Anne x

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  38. JAO6 September 2013 at 07:33

    Fresh snowy card and its lovely ,many thanks Sue.

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  39. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 07:33

    'morning Sue. great timing we will all be in the mood to get started once we start making this lovely card; the swirls are the finishing touch. Thanks Mabex

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  40. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 07:34

    Hi Sue,
    I just love this card it's so pretty. Think I will try and give this a go.
    Beverley W

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  41. Ann6 September 2013 at 07:37



    Hi Sue

    Crisp fresh snowy card so pretty for Christmas.

    Hugs Annx without an "e"

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  42. Clai016 September 2013 at 07:38

    Great technique and looks very wintery, fantastic card !

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  43. Ecco of Sheffield6 September 2013 at 07:38

    morning Sue
    from a very wet and dull Sheffield.
    Another beautiful gift for my stock box of Ccards.
    Blue/white - where could you go wrong with this colour scheme - and an easy format to follow. So for a quick Ccard just right.
    I think I'll try reducing in size for necessary posting etc.
    Janet x

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  44. weefortune6 September 2013 at 07:43

    Very understated card today but beuatiful. Have a Great Day E xx

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  45. Maryann Laursen6 September 2013 at 07:53

    Another beautiful card Sue, and such a lovely blue color, you´ve used with it. It makes it look so elegant.

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  46. Victoria6 September 2013 at 07:57

    This is a very striking card Sue and makes a different kind of Christmas card. Strange not having a bow!!

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  47. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 07:58

    Dear Sue What a wonderful card, I do not know how you come up with the ideas! I hope your tool shed shows are related to Christmas! Enjoy yhour last week with your Mom. Take Care Love Michelle S xxx

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  48. Patricia6 September 2013 at 07:58

    Good morning Sue, maybe simple but very, very effective.
    This design could be used for so many occasions.
    Have a Great Day

    Patricia xxx

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  49. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 07:59

    Morning Sue, another beautiful card, colours are lovely, and design stunning. Something I'd like to do for my Chrstmas card, Karen xx

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  50. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 08:00

    Morning Sue, another beautiful card, colours are lovely, and design stunning. Something I'd like to do for my Chrstmas card, Karen xx

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  51. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 08:01

    Morning Sue, another beautiful card, colours are lovely, and design stunning. Something I'd like to do for my Chrstmas card, Karen xx

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  52. MRS DUCK6 September 2013 at 08:01

    Good morning Sue and everyone
    A gorgeous clean and crisp card.
    Love it.
    Ang x

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  53. sued996 September 2013 at 08:02

    Very effective and the design could be varied slightly for lots of different occasions.

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  54. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 08:04

    A Lovely crisp looking card Thank you for the wonderful ideas
    Denise H X

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  55. TOB6 September 2013 at 08:08

    Another great technique, how do you do it !!!! Lovely card. hugs x

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  56. alimecca6 September 2013 at 08:17

    Hi Sue
    Lovely card. Very clean lines and simple. The Idea could be changed for any occasion and any gender. I really like the colours you have used in the stamped strip.

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  57. Marleine6 September 2013 at 08:17


    Morning Sue,

    Stunning card. Your ideas for something different are endless. X

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  58. Shirley T.6 September 2013 at 08:18

    Hi Sue,

    My kind of card - lovely.

    Congrats to Karen.

    Much love,

    Shirley T. xxx

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  59. Marion6 September 2013 at 08:22

    Hi sue i agree with the others ,nice clean lines and simple and no big bow.
    Marion H

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  60. Chris Kelly6 September 2013 at 08:23

    Hi Sue. What an elegant card. A lot of clever techniques used here to stunning effect.
    X Chris K

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  61. TDQ Karen6 September 2013 at 08:24

    What a cool card in every way, love the muted snowflake strip xx

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  62. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 08:24

    Hi Sue,
    Simple looking but very elegant.
    Veronique L

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  63. Jean Johnston6 September 2013 at 08:28

    Beautiful card. Just my favourite style.

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  64. Marianne's Craftroom6 September 2013 at 08:30

    Oooh very cas for you, very elegant

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  65. karenlotty6 September 2013 at 08:34

    Woohoo! Thank you so much I never win prizes It has really cheered me up at a bit of a tough time for me. The card is stunning Haven't got into stamping yet although I've just started using PM thru masks Will def give this a go & already I can think of some cd backgrounds in my stash that cud work I have the snowflake die Can't wait to "play"

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  66. darcydaydream6 September 2013 at 08:34

    I love this technique as it's so quick and easy but looks stunning. Love the fresh and clean look of this card. Will definitely be giving this one a go.
    Christine in Darcy......xx

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  67. Glenharon6 September 2013 at 08:37

    Good morning Sue,
    What a lovely card and lets me finally use the bottle of alcohol inks that i bought and then forgot how to use. Actually found them again to colour change the tiny clear things that you used in the centre if the flower with the pinky/peach centre.
    Will try out this technique though to see what happens. I really like the embossing plate that you have used, it is so pretty. And i know you said you had mounted the snowflake in acetate, but i still can't see it.
    Another winner Sue, thank you for sharing your crafty wisdom with us.
    Well done Karen, i know you will enjoy your prize.
    Love and crafty hugs
    Norah

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  68. nannapat6 September 2013 at 08:46

    Lovely colours in those alcohol inks Sue. A great design that could be adapted for so many occasions. Pat x

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  69. Pat S Witney6 September 2013 at 08:48

    Hi Sue

    Love the blue strip in the middle of the card. I can't see all of the card as the main picture is missing on my computer. Perhaps it will show up later.

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  70. Sonia Jones6 September 2013 at 08:49

    Well i must admit i really like this card. It's so simple but classy. Love it Sue. Hugs Sonia

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  71. Sonia Jones6 September 2013 at 08:49

    Well i must admit i really like this card. It's so simple but classy. Love it Sue. Hugs Sonia

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  72. gwen706 September 2013 at 08:50

    Such a beautiful card

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  73. lydia jordan6 September 2013 at 08:56

    HI Sue,
    A lovely understated card, clean, crisp and fresh, love it.
    Enjoy the last few days with your mum.
    Lydia
    X

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  74. Carol Clarke6 September 2013 at 08:56

    Morning Sue
    WOW stunning Christmas Card. Love the embossed background - one to try
    Hugs
    Carol x

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  75. Unknown6 September 2013 at 08:57

    A beautiful, stunning card. I love the look of the resist technique. I don't have any alcohol inks to another 'must have' for my list lol!
    Hugs Sue x

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  76. jessie6 September 2013 at 09:01

    MORNING SUE
    JUST A SIMPLE BUT BEAUTIFUL CARD.
    LOVEIT.

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  77. beachie6 September 2013 at 09:03

    Hi Sue
    Beautiful card this morning. So nice to see the alcohol inks used, beautiful colours too
    Audrey x

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  78. hollyberry6 September 2013 at 09:06

    A beautiful card that shows that less can be more.

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  79. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 09:10

    Hi Sue - this is a very crisp and elegant card. I occasionally use alcohol inks and I do have these colours, but I haven't used the resist technique so I will be trying this out. Congratulations to Karenlotty - I know exactly how you feel!!
    YvonneMay

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  80. Unknown6 September 2013 at 09:11

    Sue, that card is just gorgeous. I love the colours, and I learned so etching new today too. I never thought of using a resist with alcohol inks, so thank you so much for the nspiration! Maddy x

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  81. Jess Watson6 September 2013 at 09:15

    Morning Sue, another winner, lovely simple clean card, must do some for Christmas and other occasions. Take care, Jess xx

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  82. hotpotato6 September 2013 at 09:15

    simple but effective.

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  83. Margaret corgi owner6 September 2013 at 09:18

    Good morning Sue
    What a beautiful card so calm and peaceful if only we could say the same about the world.
    Margaret corgi owner

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  84. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 09:23

    Good Morning Sue. Lovely card. This is definitely one I'll be having a go at.

    Love Val x

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  85. Pat L6 September 2013 at 09:25

    Hi Sue
    Beautiful, I do love clean and simple cards and must try the resist technique with alcohol inks.
    Best wishes, Pat

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  86. Beryl6 September 2013 at 09:29

    Hi Sue, love the embossed background and the snowflake.

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  87. EmmaT6 September 2013 at 09:30

    Morning Sue, gorgeous card and perfect for Christmas. Emma

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  88. Unknown6 September 2013 at 09:32

    Good morning Sue, a lovely card, very elegant and striking of the less is more variety, love from Jackie D

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  89. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 09:33

    Sue
    This card is fabulous and has got me thinking about my personal Christmas cards for this year. I'm always rushing to get them done at the very end. I really NEED the embossing folder...
    Regards
    Caroline MacHugh

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  90. nattyboots6 September 2013 at 09:34

    Hi Sue

    Very different , but very nice i love it !

    Elaine H X

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  91. Crafty Nanna6 September 2013 at 09:35

    morning Sue, great card, the snowflake is so delicate it just sits nicely against the background.
    Have a great day
    hugs Lynn

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  92. Unknown6 September 2013 at 09:38

    Morning Sue, cool and crisp, that acetate window is so effective. Take care.
    Carol.x

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  93. CraftyJen6 September 2013 at 09:43

    Hi Sue

    What a lovely simple but elegant card. I really love the embossing and always use embossing on the cards I make now thanks to the inspiration from your blog!

    Jen x

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  94. Jean Z6 September 2013 at 09:46

    Hi Sue, very elegant love it love Jean Z xxx

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  95. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 09:49

    Good morning Sue, Love the fresh clean lines of this card, one I will certainly be giving a try, Thank you for your wonderful inspiration, love Brenda Lel xxx

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  96. Leats6 September 2013 at 09:51

    Hi Sue
    Another gorgeous card, but for me I didn't think the top card needed embossing. Live the contrast between the white and blue.
    Regards

    Lynda

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  97. Carol S.6 September 2013 at 09:52

    Great card Sue. Love the simplicity and the technique used. hugs, Carol S.xx

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  98. Sheila - Ginger6 September 2013 at 09:55

    Morning Sue,
    Another simply elegant card...I love it and the colours too.
    Not sure which day toy are travelling back but have a safe journey and looking forward to seeing you back on the TV.
    Congratulations to the winner.

    Love Sheila xx

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  99. Joanne K6 September 2013 at 09:56

    Morning Sue, very clean and stylish. Lovely colour. Kind regards Joanne K x

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  100. Pauline A6 September 2013 at 09:58

    Morning Sue,from a wet North East. Just the sort of day for spending some time crafting and what better than beginning with this elegant card. I'm missing the bow but love the bling swirl. Hugs Pauline A x

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  101. ros hodgkins6 September 2013 at 10:04

    Hi Sue, what a fresh, crisp looking card today.
    X Ros

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  102. Mac Mable6 September 2013 at 10:06

    Very nice clean Christmas card, not too fussy and very effective technique. Thanks for sharing x

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  103. Unknown6 September 2013 at 10:12

    Really simple and clean looking card today, although with your cards its never simple lol.....

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  104. Kiraneries6 September 2013 at 10:15

    Hi Sue, a lovely elegant Christmas card.

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  105. Tres6 September 2013 at 10:16

    Hi Sue. A fab snow flake card today !! It is a lovely card with a great resist technique. Embossing folder is lovey. I really love swirly stuff. Colours are great and pearly swirls to. I only thing I would change is I would probably have made a couple more smaller layers on top of the snowflake. Your card would be more practical for sending through the post though !! A great card Sue, thanks for sharing. Lots of love Tres x x x

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  106. Sandy G6 September 2013 at 10:31

    Hi Sue

    A gorgeous ice- cool card. Brrr! I really like the way you have placed the pearl swirl. Thanks for sharing.

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  107. Sandybee6 September 2013 at 11:26

    Very simple and elegant

    congratulations to todays winner

    xx Sandra

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  108. Gail6 September 2013 at 11:30

    Yet another stunning card - luv it xx GailT xx

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  109. Jackie Calvert6 September 2013 at 11:39

    Hi Sue. Simple design today, but pretty,
    Love Jackie C XXX

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  110. SusanP, Kent6 September 2013 at 11:42

    Quite minimalist for you Sue, but very eye-catching and the close-ups show there's much more in the background. I'm not into alcohol inks though having got into a right mess with them several times :(
    Sue

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  111. Donna Jones6 September 2013 at 11:42

    Hi Sue,
    Love this card, great colour inset in the channel.
    Donna Jones

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  112. CaronP6 September 2013 at 11:46

    Hello Sue. Simply stunning and elegant. xx

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  113. Jennifer6 September 2013 at 11:55

    What a lovely fresh, clean card Sue. Hugs, Jen x
    Krafty Keepsakes

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  114. Trish6 September 2013 at 12:01

    Hi Sue,
    Lovely card for Christmas and I love the use of acetate- I don't use it enough. TFS
    Hugs,
    Trish x (Hillside)

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  115. yorkielass6 September 2013 at 12:01

    Hello Sue, An elegant and clean crisp card. Love the inset channel, will have to dig out my alcohol inks, have not used them for awhile, thanks to your inspiration they will be getting an airing.
    Well done Karen.
    Have a great day everyone.
    Hugs June xxx

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  116. Ita6 September 2013 at 12:04

    Hi Sue stunning and love the idea with the panel.
    Smiles
    Ita

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  117. Unknown6 September 2013 at 12:05

    Hi Sue, Another lovely C.card really love this embossing folder which I have but another item not yet used, will be now though love the blue inset strip not got alcohol ink but will improvise somehow!
    Hugs
    Jean D

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  118. Jan Caven6 September 2013 at 12:09

    Hi Sue
    Breath takingand beautiful. I love the simplicity of the card but it would really stand out.
    Love Jan x x

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  119. Only By His Grace6 September 2013 at 12:10

    Hi Sue!
    I am a new follower from Australia and have enjoyed your lovely cards.
    I love the CAS cards and this one is gorgeous. The snowflakes look so gorgeous with the resist effect.
    Great idea using the acetate to hold the snowflake more firmer.
    Love it.
    Hugs Maz

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  120. camelot676 September 2013 at 12:15

    Good Afternoon Sue,

    This is such an elegant card and I really like how you have used the acetate. It's so simple but very effective. Thanks for sharing and hope you enjoy the rest of your day.
    Margaret A.

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  121. Unknown6 September 2013 at 12:22

    Simply elegant.Very clean and precise.
    Helen Bx

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  122. Jill Liddle6 September 2013 at 12:36

    I agree with others on this card, less is definitly more.

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  123. Gillian xXx6 September 2013 at 12:54

    This is a lovely card. Gorgeous colours.
    Gillian xXx

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  124. Gillian xXx6 September 2013 at 12:54

    This is a lovely card. Gorgeous colours.
    Gillian xXx

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  125. Clare Powell6 September 2013 at 12:56

    Gorgeous card, looks very elegant.

    Clare x

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  126. Kate's Cards6 September 2013 at 12:59

    Lovely!

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  127. Pinky6 September 2013 at 13:03

    Very clean and elegant. Lovely.

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  128. Jackie Meechan6 September 2013 at 13:10

    Gorgeous card. Love it. Plain but simple. Gorgeous

    CraftyJacq
    xx

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  129. Lynda's craft's6 September 2013 at 13:17

    Stunning Christmas card such a fresh look.Love the embossed background.
    Hugs Lynda Brock xx

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  130. Pam6 September 2013 at 13:18

    What a lovely card!
    Pam
    scrap-n-sewgranny.blogspot.com

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  131. Wacki Macky6 September 2013 at 13:24

    Wow Sue, another stunning card, I love the pearls - well I would wouldn't I!! tee hee. A lovely stylish card for Christmas and I must give it a try.

    Craftihappiness to you, love from Pearl

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  132. Wacki Macky6 September 2013 at 13:24

    Wow Sue, another stunning card, I love the pearls - well I would wouldn't I!! tee hee. A lovely stylish card for Christmas and I must give it a try.

    Craftihappiness to you, love from Pearl

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  133. Unknown6 September 2013 at 13:28

    Hi Sue
    A simple and effective card love the ice blue window border
    With the I cycle giving it the connected effect of a cold wintry
    Day x

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  134. lorraine (classylady)6 September 2013 at 13:28

    Hi Sue, simple but really effective.
    Love it all.

    regards
    Lorraine - Scotland
    xxx

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  135. Maggie6 September 2013 at 13:37

    Hello Sue. Thanks again for a card which will be a go to again and again. That little strip of colour makes all the difference and the resist technique works so well. Wonderful all round. xx

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  136. Debbie Tinks6 September 2013 at 13:48

    Lovely card Sue X happy crafting

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  137. June Ballenger6 September 2013 at 15:02

    Great card Sue I love the simple colours.

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  138. Julie Bee6 September 2013 at 15:10

    Hi Sue

    Very elegant.

    Best Wishes

    Julie Bee

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  139. Barcababe6 September 2013 at 15:26

    Afternoon Sue, another beautiful card. I love the simple clear lines x

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  140. Craftyhugs6 September 2013 at 15:55

    Hi sue
    Another stunning card and I adore those pearly swirls. It is very elegant and love the colours.
    I can't believe how many comments you have lol. I'm shocked!
    You deserve it as you are very talented
    Hugs
    Sharon x.

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  141. fluffycat6 September 2013 at 16:33

    Hi Sue, I can't think of anything to say about this card that hasn't already been said. It's beautiful.
    Congratulations to Karenlotty - isn't it lovely to win something out of the blue. Sue, you are so generous to the Wilsonettes.
    Frances

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  142. caroline6 September 2013 at 16:52

    Wow just simply gorgeous
    Caroline x

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  143. Janice K6 September 2013 at 16:58

    A lovely clean and contemporary style card, love the alcohol ink panel.x

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  144. magpie6 September 2013 at 17:51

    Fantastic card Sue! I love the pale blue against the white, it's just as Christmassy as the normal reds and greens. Lovely coloured inks put together too to make that lovely combination. "Thank you" Sue for the inspiration. I can understand how much fun it is for you Sue picking random winners. I can just imagine the whole bunch of us, (as soon as we can!), scrambling to get to the computer to see if our names have been pulled out of this lucky dip! Hehehehe Congratulations Karen! Enjoy your prize! Wonderful! xx Love Karen xx

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  145. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 18:03

    Dear Sue,
    A simply beautiful card that isn't as simple as first seemed, the more you look the more there is to see, lovely.

    Sorry I've not been posting much ,not feeling well.

    Best wishes from Katie-Louise Sweetlove

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  146. LesleyW6 September 2013 at 18:05

    A beautiful simple card using one of my favourite techniques. Love it! x

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  147. cuilliesocks6 September 2013 at 18:11

    Yet another stunning card Sue, love it, Kate x

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  148. nzillingworth6 September 2013 at 18:27

    HI SUE
    VERY PRETTY. SMASHING FOR CHRISTMAS NOT TOO MUCH TO DO WHEN SO MANY CARDS TO MAKE. YOU MAKE SO LITTLE LOOK SO GREAT. WELL DONE SUE
    BORN AGAIN SPELLBINDER
    NADINE HUG XXXX

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  149. Karen6 September 2013 at 18:36

    Another fantastic card. I love this idea & will be going to have a play to see if I can get mine to look as good as yours :)
    Karen Edwards

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  150. JJ6 September 2013 at 18:42

    Hi Sue,

    A very lovely card, we like the simple ones lol! Simple but still very stylish and effective.

    Love & Hugs

    Jacquie J xxx

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  151. Karen Drew6 September 2013 at 18:47

    What a lovely card. Simple but so effective.
    Love it
    Karen xx

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  152. jeffrey bubbles6 September 2013 at 18:51

    Love this simple but really pretty card. Will try to use the acetate idea soon. Kathy xxxx

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  153. Natasha6 September 2013 at 18:53

    Great card today sweetie, love the simplicity and cleanness of it, very effective. Hugs xNx

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  154. Ali B6 September 2013 at 18:59

    Hi Sue,
    Love todays card very simple and clean looking.
    Alison B. x

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  155. minx6 September 2013 at 19:06

    Hi Sue WOW what a stunning effect I love the simplicity of this card and feel I must give it try really beautiful xx

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  156. Anonymous6 September 2013 at 19:40

    As TDQ Karen said - a cool card in every way, Sue. Very dainty, very different. Can't recall you using acetate before and it's very effective.

    'P' in Wales

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  157. brenda6 September 2013 at 20:00

    Hi Sue, simple but effective it, love it, one to copy xxx

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  158. Snuffy Snoo6 September 2013 at 20:25

    Absolutely beautiful!!!!! Love Sam xxx

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  159. chrisull6 September 2013 at 20:33

    hello sue,what a beauty, so simple
    and fresh, this card could be made for other occasions by changing
    the colours,thank you sue. love from Christine c

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  160. Paper Junkie6 September 2013 at 20:50

    I love this elegant card Sue - love everything about it, especially as it looks as if it may be quick to do - what am I saying - I can never make a quick card! X

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  161. Marianna Hammer6 September 2013 at 22:08

    Nice and clean. Not very traditional. Lovely to see something different sometimes :)

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  162. yorkshiresue6 September 2013 at 22:22

    Hi Sue
    I love the clean simple card as would many of my family if I could succeed with the technique
    I received my DVD today of your time in Scotland so I've plenty to attempt from there aswell.
    See You Soon on C/C
    Hugs Sue XXX

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  163. Carole Z6 September 2013 at 22:42

    Lovely card Sun - love the simplicity, yet it's still stunning, Carole Z X

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  164. Marisa B6 September 2013 at 22:57

    I like this very much and already have lots of ideas for a spin on it! I really like a 'clean' card!! Thanks

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  165. Barbara6 September 2013 at 23:03

    Very pretty xmas card, crisp and clean, really like it!!!!

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  166. samantha wade6 September 2013 at 23:07

    hi, still not into christmas yet but lovely clean fresh card i like the acetate part will have to read it a few times to get it, great week of giveaways,thanks.
    x sam wade

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  167. Crafting Newbie6 September 2013 at 23:08

    Love this card Sue. You've inspired me to get the acetate out. Barbara. H

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  168. Unknown6 September 2013 at 23:08

    Love this, the acetate is a really nice touch, I might have a go

    Diane from Glasgow xx

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  169. Erica7 September 2013 at 00:40

    Lovely card Sue.
    Erica x

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  170. Abuzz With Creativity7 September 2013 at 01:41

    Love this card :-) my kind of colours used. Looks simple, but effective. Claire xxx

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  171. Jane7 September 2013 at 11:01

    Love today's card.

    Jane xx

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  172. Yorkie girl 7 September 2013 at 11:53

    Hi Sue
    God is Christmas just around the corner
    This very unusual version of a Xmas card is ticking all my boxes. Love it
    Theresa. X.

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  173. Lynn (delphinoid)7 September 2013 at 13:15

    Beautiful card Sue!

    I love everything about it.

    Happy Crafting!!! :) X X

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  174. Meg Owen7 September 2013 at 16:41

    Love the use of acetate on this card Sue. I always wonder how to use it.

    Margaret O
    xxx

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  175. Lucie Aspîrot8 September 2013 at 17:51

    Hi,
    Your is incredible. I've been trying to use those beautiful pearl/crystal swirls, but cannot keep the design. Could you tell me how you do it? Do you use a transfer sheet of some sort?
    Thank you,
    Lucie Aspirot

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  176. Lucie Aspîrot8 September 2013 at 17:51

    Hi,
    Your is incredible. I've been trying to use those beautiful pearl/crystal swirls, but cannot keep the design. Could you tell me how you do it? Do you use a transfer sheet of some sort?
    Thank you,
    Lucie Aspirot

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  177. Lucie Aspîrot8 September 2013 at 17:51

    Hi,
    Your is incredible. I've been trying to use those beautiful pearl/crystal swirls, but cannot keep the design. Could you tell me how you do it? Do you use a transfer sheet of some sort?
    Thank you,
    Lucie Aspirot

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  178. Lucie Aspîrot8 September 2013 at 17:51

    Hi,
    Your is incredible. I've been trying to use those beautiful pearl/crystal swirls, but cannot keep the design. Could you tell me how you do it? Do you use a transfer sheet of some sort?
    Thank you,
    Lucie Aspirot

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  179. LucieAspirot8 September 2013 at 17:52

    Hi,
    Your is incredible. I've been trying to use those beautiful pearl/crystal swirls, but cannot keep the design. Could you tell me how you do it? Do you use a transfer sheet of some sort?
    Thank you,
    Lucie Aspirot

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  180. Anonymous9 September 2013 at 04:15

    Hi
    Really nice Xmas card. Simple yet striking. The effect is lovely I must try this.
    Kayleigh B xx

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  181. CraftyJo9 September 2013 at 20:43

    Lovely!

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  182. cmu10 September 2013 at 13:23

    Delicate and elegant - a lovely card

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