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Wednesday, 8 July 2015

Wednesday Weekly Card Giveaway

Hello there my crafty friends!  I have been wanting to show off this card using one of John Lockwood's new stamps!  Isn't it gorgeous!  I started with the background and used the Lattice and Lace Striplet without the outer cutting edge.  I cut it three times side by side and then added some mounting foam to the back to raise it for dimension.  I added it over another piece of coconut white card for a white tone on tone look.  I added large 8mm white flatback pearls to the corner flowers in the striplet.  Next I stamped John's Floribunda stamp using a black archival ink pad and cut it out with the matching Lisbon die.  I used Distress markers to colour it in, mainly Mustard Seed Forest Moss, Worn Lipstick and Picket Fence.  I stamped it again, but this time, I hand cut the large flowers and coloured them.  I added them with foam above the original flowers on the stamp.  I stamped my sentiment and used the Montreal and Toronto dies centre ovals to cut it out and mat it.  I added it to the side with foam.  I finished the card with a white pierced mat and another larger white layer.  The finished dimensions are 7 1/2" x  8" in size.  If you would like to be included in the drawing to win this card, just leave me a comment.  The winner will be drawn and announced on Saturday's blog post.  All for now, Sue x




  
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276 comments:

  1. Pam8 July 2015 at 06:01

    Beautiful card Sue. This is an absolute stunner.
    Hugs to all especially Patricia, see your Wilsonettes friends have surrounded you with their kindness

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  2. Unknown8 July 2015 at 06:02

    GM Sue. Lovely card. Especially love the striplet.

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  3. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 06:05

    WOW - What a beautiful card - Marie Cummins

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  4. Yvonne H8 July 2015 at 06:07

    Good morning Sue,
    Stunning absolutely stunning, stamps & dies work beautifully together. Yvonne xx

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  5. tracy w8 July 2015 at 06:12

    Hi Sue
    Another stunning card love the background die and the rest the colours are great thank you tracyw

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  6. kittyedavies47@gmail.com8 July 2015 at 06:12

    Morning Sue.
    A really beautiful card. lovely background, Thank you.
    Take care Kitty.

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  7. Clai018 July 2015 at 06:12

    Oh yes Sue it is extremely gorgeous!
    I love how you use the stamps and the colours!
    one of my favourite Sue Wilson techniques! x
    Well done John also lovely stamps!

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  8. Lorraine's blog8 July 2015 at 06:18

    Beautiful card as always

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  9. Sandy G8 July 2015 at 06:21

    Hi Sue
    What a stunning card. I love the way you have done the background and the stamped image is super gorgeous! Thank you for sharing.
    Have a great day everyone.
    Hugs.

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  10. nzillingworth8 July 2015 at 06:24

    HI SUE
    I WOULD NEVER HAVE GUESSED THAT WAS A STRIPLET IN THE BACKGROUND. IT LOOKS SO GOOD. LOVE THE LAYERS ON THE FLOWERS. A VERY PLEASING CARD, LOVE IT
    BORN AGAIN SPELLBINDER
    NADINE HUG XXX

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  11. A Happercrafter68 July 2015 at 06:26

    The striplet die is really effective, as is John's stamp. A very pretty card.
    Jan
    Northampton

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  12. Unknown8 July 2015 at 06:36

    Hi Sue,
    I am so pleased you used this stamp as I bought it recently but it didn't look anything like yours when I did it.
    Need a bit more parctice at the colouring in bit!
    Great inspiration and the background is stunning.
    Lovely -yet again!
    Anne M xx

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  13. Jenny L8 July 2015 at 06:41

    Hi Sue,
    wonderful creation today highlighting John's lovely stamp, and your very super striplet background.
    Love the beautiful colour of the wonderful stamped image.
    Have a lovely day.
    Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

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  14. Jan on the Fosse8 July 2015 at 06:44

    Morning Sue.

    John's stamp looks perfect on this card. The background striplet is gorgeous. Beautiful card.

    Jan

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  15. nancyd8 July 2015 at 06:45

    Morning Sue, a gorgeous card and the background is gorgeous.
    Nancyd xx

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  16. BridgetCG8 July 2015 at 06:46

    Hello Sue, what a beautiful card for the giveaway, love the stamp it looks fab against the striplet background. Have a great day. Bx

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  17. doreenmj8 July 2015 at 06:46



    I have this striplet but haven't had a chance yet to play; the stamp does look good, too!!



    Doreen x

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  18. Unknown8 July 2015 at 06:52

    Pretty card Sue have a great day
    Luv Rach :)

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  19. ecco of sheffield8 July 2015 at 06:53

    Morning Sue
    What a delight and a feast for the eyes this morning. You've certainly made the start of my day beautifully.
    I love your striplet dies. It doesn't matter how they are used they always work and make beautiful statements and this one certainly does just that.
    It isn't one in my striplet collection YET but certainly will be when I next purchase one of your dies.
    I love the new stamp and it just finishes off that gorgeous background and the sentiment says it all JUST BECAUSE.
    A big thank you JUST BECAUSE you are YOU.

    Well the day has started off cooler so fingers crossed that it might stay that way and give us a chance to recover from the last three weeks of scorching heat.

    I might even get some crafting done as it's been really too hot to concentrate on anything.

    To all in pain and suffering I hope your day gets better. To everyone please take care and stay safe. See you tomorrow.
    Janet x

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  20. JAO8 July 2015 at 06:54

    Beautiful card Sue.

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  21. rosiejt8 July 2015 at 06:55

    This card is fantastic, especially the way you have used the striplet. The simple sentiment tops it off perfectly.

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  22. Maria - Ivyleaf Crafts8 July 2015 at 06:55

    A stunning card I love the way you have created the background xx

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  23. Nanna Tina8 July 2015 at 06:57

    Hi Sue
    Lovely card I don't stamp anymore but have some decoupage that would work well, I love striplet dies I used one of your first ones for a friend's card so fingers crossed she will receive it today and love it.
    Happy crafting
    Love and hugs to all
    Love Tina x x x

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  24. Sandra Biggs8 July 2015 at 06:58

    Hi Sue
    Beautiful card. Stunning background.
    Keep up the great work.
    Thanks

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  25. Nanna Tina8 July 2015 at 06:58

    Hi Sue
    Lovely card I don't stamp anymore but have some decoupage that would work well, I love striplet dies I used one of your first ones for a friend's card so fingers crossed she will receive it today and love it.
    Happy crafting
    Love and hugs to all
    Love Tina x x x

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  26. Rach838 July 2015 at 06:59

    Beautiful card and I really love the background. It looks great tone on tone. Lovely stamps too - the flowers are delightful.

    Rachel x

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  27. Linda Graham8 July 2015 at 06:59

    Amazing card Sue,so good and useful you can use the striplet die as a background,the stamp is beautiful, thank you,Linda x

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  28. Craftetter8 July 2015 at 07:01

    His Sue, What a wonderful card - getting to the time of thinking of making my Mum's and Aunt's card and this would be perfect. Hope you are keeping well.
    Hugs Elaine xx

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  29. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 07:01

    Another stunning card Sue - love how you have used the die to create the background.

    Sy

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  30. syy8 July 2015 at 07:04

    Sorry my last post wasn't meant to be anonymous

    Sylvia

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  31. syy8 July 2015 at 07:04

    Sorry my last post wasn't meant to be anonymous

    Sylvia

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  32. crossstitchmarg8 July 2015 at 07:04

    Beautiful card Sue, I don't know how you get all these ideas for cards.

    I am so glad you do though.

    Have a great day
    Maggie in Solihull
    Xxx

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  33. JennyH8 July 2015 at 07:06

    Beautiful card Sue, so pretty, thanks for the chance to win it : )

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  34. Heather Harrison8 July 2015 at 07:08

    Morning Sue. A beautiful card. Love the striplet and the flower stamp. Thank you for sharing. Hugs Heather.x

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  35. Linda288 July 2015 at 07:09

    Good morning Sue, A truly beautiful card today, this Striplet is so pretty and looks amazing as the background! Love the stamping, although it is something I have not done very much, apart from sentiment tags, but may have to have a go after seeing how beautiful Johns stamp looks. So it looks as though the colouring pens are now going on my list. Enjoy your day everyone and take dare, Linda.

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  36. Unknown8 July 2015 at 07:11

    Good morning Sue
    A lovely card! The striplet die makes a great background. John's stamps really do compliment your cards.
    Love Elaine x

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  37. Muriel8 July 2015 at 07:12

    Hello Sue and all
    this is certainly a WOW card!! It is beautiful. Your striplets are fabulous as backgrounds and John's stamp is just perfect. I haven't stamped in a while but find the colouring in very relaxing,
    lucky indeed is the winner of this beauty
    Muriel x

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  38. DeCor8 July 2015 at 07:13

    Good Morning! It is so amazing that this is a striplet. It is really beautiful with such a great 3-D effect. It looks very complicated yet the striplet has made it simple. Beautifully finished with the flowers. Have a good day, Sue and everyone else! Lovely and cool here, so enjoying it for the change.

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  39. carol edwards8 July 2015 at 07:19

    A beautiful card Sue and the stamp by John is lovely x

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  40. Debra K.8 July 2015 at 07:20

    Another perfectly made card sue! The decoupaged flowers look so lovely, John's a clever guy, and the striplet die has made the most wonderful background. Debra x

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  41. Unknown8 July 2015 at 07:23

    Morning Sue,
    How have I missed this striplet?!!! It's gorgeous. John's stamp is lovely too so would love to win this card. Have a good day.x

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  42. Jackie T8 July 2015 at 07:25

    Good morning Sue today's card is gorgeous I love the dies and the stamps the effect is very appealing. Have a great day today. Hugs Jackie

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  43. Barbara (C)8 July 2015 at 07:25

    What a beautiful card. I like the way John and Phill's stamps are co-ordinated so well. This stamp is so pretty and the touch of colour set the striplet design off very nicely. Thank you for all the inspiration you give us Sue

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  44. Roz McLellan8 July 2015 at 07:28

    Hello Sue

    Another stunning card. I especially like the striplet used like that.

    Love
    Roz.x

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  45. Kathy Baker8 July 2015 at 07:30

    Good morning Sue, today's card is so lovely, the striplet looks so good as a background and Johns stamp looks good with your dies
    Kathy x

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  46. Tracey Short8 July 2015 at 07:30

    Good morning Sue

    What another beautiful, elegant card with a gorgeous splash of colour.

    Have a great day.

    Love Tracey, Hull
    xx

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  47. Rosemarie8 July 2015 at 07:31

    Morning Sue, I just love this striplet, I need it. What a beautiful background it makes. And together with Johns stamp it makes a winning card.

    Love Rosemarie xx

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  48. Jan.moogie8 July 2015 at 07:37

    Gorgeous card today Sue, its amazing what you can do with your dies. xxxx

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  49. sonja_w8 July 2015 at 07:43

    Beautiful card, the striplet die looks fab as does the stamp. xx

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  50. Unknown8 July 2015 at 07:44

    your striplet die and John's stamp go so well together. .Gloria (Sidcup) xx

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  51. lilian8 July 2015 at 07:48

    Hi Sue & Friends, love, love, this card as stamping is my main love.
    Have not got any of these products, looks like I shall have to go shopping.
    Best Wishes Lilian in Cornwall

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  52. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 07:49

    Morning Sue. WOW This card is an absolute stunner. Your striplet die's are all beautiful they make great background's. The stamped image is fantastic and the colouring is just perfect. You could make this for any occasion by just changing the sentiment.
    Take care everyone.
    Best Wishes.
    Denise T x

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  53. Anne8 July 2015 at 07:49

    I do like the striplets used like this - they are so effective. A lovely stamp as well.

    Anne (Northampton)

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  54. Karen M8 July 2015 at 07:50

    Morning Sue
    What a beautiful card,I like the way the striplet has been used & John's stamp is lovely,sets the card off well.
    Best wishes
    Karen M

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  55. Jane8 July 2015 at 07:51

    Good morning Sue, A beautiful card again, amazing what you can do with your dies ! Take care Jane B.

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  56. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 07:53

    Super card, Sue, love the way you have created the background with the striplet. Yes, John's stamp is lovely and makes a great focal point with your touch of decoupage, something you rarely do!

    'P' in Wales

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  57. Unknown8 July 2015 at 07:55

    love the striplet dies, this card is just stunning❕

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  58. hettygarlick8 July 2015 at 07:55

    How beautiful. I love the stamps that match the dies. They give an added "something" to a card. I've never been much of a stamper, but these stamps are converting me!

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  59. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 07:56

    Hi Sue - what a gorgeous card this is. Love your striplet dies and love the way you have used it here. John' s stamp is beautiful and the colouring really shows it off. An absolute winner of a card, so pretty. Best wishes
    YvonneMayxx

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  60. JosieB8 July 2015 at 07:58

    Morning Sue
    Hope you are well and everyone is enjoying the weather.
    I love the background and the flowers are very pretty,
    they go together very well on this card.
    Best wishes to you all.
    JosieBxx

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  61. PharmacyMichele8 July 2015 at 08:00

    Beautiful card-the shot of colour from the stamping really makes the image stand out.

    Michele

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  62. Yorks butterfly8 July 2015 at 08:02

    Morning Sue, another lovely card, love the striplet die used as a background. Love John's stamps and together they make lovely cards.
    Wendyx

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  63. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 08:02

    Good morning Sue the striplet makes a super background and The stamp is a beautiful design. Love from Jackie xx

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  64. Unknown8 July 2015 at 08:04

    Good morning Sue what a stunning card I love the die cut background and the stamping is wonderful.

    Debs A xxx

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  65. cr@fty8 July 2015 at 08:04

    Good morning Sue
    Today's card certainly made me do the happy dance it's beautiful. The striplet background is stunning with the stamped image setting it off perfectly.
    Hugs x
    Heather T

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  66. Jane Franklin8 July 2015 at 08:05

    Just gorgeous. Love the background dies effect. Jxxx

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  67. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 08:07

    Oh! Sue, this is such a gorgeous card, someone will be delighted to win this. The striplet dies are lovely and the stamp is really nice.

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  68. Marjeta8 July 2015 at 08:09

    Gorgeous card. This dies are fabulous. And image fits perfect.

    Marjeta

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  69. Janice K8 July 2015 at 08:12

    Good morning Sue. Wow! What an amazing card! The stamped image is gorgeous and that background beautiful, so fresh and feminine.x

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  70. Unknown8 July 2015 at 08:13

    Hi Sue, what a fantastic card, love the striplet used for the background. The stamped image is gorgeous. Lol lynne m & dastardly devious demon doggie divas xxxxx

    What was I thinking( not properly obviously) cuz I decided the settee cushions were definitely looking worse for wear ( divas destroyed) so it was time for new ones. Well they lasted a couple of days before the little b's attacked them. Knowing my two it won't be long before they have more holes in them than in a tube of polo mints!!!! Oh well it was a good idea at the time.

    Lol and hugs to all lynne m xxxxx

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  71. Sue from Wiltshire8 July 2015 at 08:14

    That is a beautiful card. Really like the strip let and stamp.

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  72. Rose in Chester8 July 2015 at 08:15

    Hi Sue,
    WOW, what an amazing card. It's BEAUTIFUL. I love the all on white and the splash of colour. GORGEOUS.
    Hugs, Rose

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  73. Jean Z8 July 2015 at 08:16

    Hi Sue, This is one of the most beautiful cards you have made it is so pretty, I love striplet dies and the stamped image is gorgeous. love Jean Z xxx

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  74. Izzy8 July 2015 at 08:16

    Hi Sue,

    This is just too lovely!...now I know it would be too greedy of me to want to win this card as I've just recently won an earlier Wednesday Giveaway but I'm leaving a comment anyway!...lol

    Izzy

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  75. Sonia Stephenson8 July 2015 at 08:16

    Hi Sue. Beautiful card today with the lovely background and image. Have a great day. Hugs to all xxx

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  76. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 08:16

    Hi Sue, really love that striplet die and John's stamp goes so well. A really stunning card, one of my favourites.
    Jo Wilson - Inverness-shire

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  77. Unknown8 July 2015 at 08:17

    Morning Sue, Beautiful card, love everything about it!
    Thanks for sharing, love Junex (Cumbria)

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  78. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 08:18

    Dear Sue What a wonderful card, it has a lacy feel about it! THe stamp is great too. Take Care Love Michelle S xxx

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  79. Heather Treble8 July 2015 at 08:18

    Hi Sue,
    A lovely card, I love the way that you have used the striplet die for the background and the stamp is beautiful.
    Thanks,
    Heather Treble

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  80. karenlotty8 July 2015 at 08:20

    Woo hoo! Love it I was lucky enough to win this Striplet die (I love Striplet dies) and have used it as a feature on a card and now seeing it used as a background Guess what I'll be creating after work today

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  81. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 08:20

    Hi Sue,
    Wow! That stamp is beautiful and the card is stunning.
    I would love to win it!
    Veronique L

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  82. rolfi8 July 2015 at 08:20

    Good morning Sue,
    a really gorgeous card with an elegant background. The flowers are beautiful too.
    Rolf xxx

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  83. Croquet Queen x8 July 2015 at 08:21

    Hi Sue,
    Your striplets are simply the BEST!!!!!
    So amazing on their own and fabulous cut together as a background!
    That's a win win!
    Lorna D

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  84. lydia jordan8 July 2015 at 08:24

    Morning Sue,
    Gorgeous card, love the stamp and it's coloured beautifully. The striplet is one of my favourites so versatile.
    Have a good day.
    Lydia
    X

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  85. Evis M8 July 2015 at 08:24

    Hi Sue.
    What a beautiful card.
    I love the colour and the striplet is fabulous.
    Regards,
    Evis M.

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  86. Unknown8 July 2015 at 08:27

    Hi Sue
    What a beautiful card, I love how you have used the strip lets, really pretty.
    love Jan x x

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  87. nattyboots8 July 2015 at 08:29

    Oh my Sue your card is just gorgeous
    One of your blog followers is going to be a very happy bunny to win this one.
    Good luck Everyone.
    Elaine H X

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  88. Rosemary Stickland8 July 2015 at 08:30

    Beautiful card Sue, it's great to see different ways of using the striplets.
    Rosemary xx

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  89. Chris Curry8 July 2015 at 08:32

    I think I love everything about this card. The striplet is great and as a back ground works superbly. John's stamp is gorgeous and the decoupage you have done only adds to it. Finally I think the sentiment fits this card perfectly. Beautiful Sue. Thank you. XX

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  90. Marion8 July 2015 at 08:38

    Hi Sue wow this card is gorgeous ,love every thing about it.
    and how you have coloured the flower is lovely.
    I would treasure it if i was lucky enough to win it.
    Marion H

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  91. Unknown8 July 2015 at 08:40

    Another beautiful stunning card Sue. Would suit many occasions.
    Frances x

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  92. Marianne's Craftroom8 July 2015 at 08:42

    What a beautiful card love it

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  93. Nannieflash8 July 2015 at 08:44

    Good Morning Sue, oh wow that is truly stunning, I love your stamp and that background is just gorgeous I will have to discover how you did that. hugs Shirleyxxxxx

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  94. gwen708 July 2015 at 08:49

    Simply stunning Sue, will have to get this die , it is gorgeous

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  95. ellyscard creatief8 July 2015 at 08:50

    Beautiful card Sue. Love the flowers.

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  96. Janette MacArthur8 July 2015 at 08:52

    Good morning Sue, WOW! Stunning card this morning - love It!
    Janette x

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  97. Swiftycrafter8 July 2015 at 08:52

    What a truly wonderful card Sue, it is absolutely beautiful.
    Lynne x

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  98. Hazel8 July 2015 at 08:52

    Good morning Sue, a beautiful card using a veristile striplet. Love the whole design. Hazel x

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  99. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 08:55

    This is gorgeous sue love the lattice and lace background and the flower stamp adds a lovely focal point . It is simply stunning . Love yvonne bennett xx

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  100. Scottydog8 July 2015 at 08:58

    Wow, that is beautiful Sue! Love the effect from the lace striplet, haven't seen that one before - another one for the wish list!

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  101. Rosie8 July 2015 at 08:59

    Hi Sue
    An absolutely stunning card today.....i love the lattice and the lace background....
    Have a lovely day
    Rosie xxx

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  102. pinky8 July 2015 at 09:02

    Absolutely beautiful card Sue and the papers sounds totally edible lol.

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  103. Carol Clarke8 July 2015 at 09:03

    Morning Sue
    This card is gorgeous. Absolutely stunning background
    Just love it and Johns stamp is beautiful
    Hugs
    Carol x

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  104. Aspiring crafter8 July 2015 at 09:06

    Stunning, stunning card Sue!
    XxxRuth
    Patricia, hope you are feeling ok xx

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  105. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 09:09

    Sue, I love all of your cards but this one is extra special. x

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  106. Unknown8 July 2015 at 09:12

    Morning Sue and all wilsonettes another beautiful card with such a fantastic stamp, looks like I will gave to invest in this one.

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

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  107. BenteS8 July 2015 at 09:13

    The card is just gorgeous !
    The flower stamp is so beautiful, and I love the way you have used the die for the background :))

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  108. hollyberry8 July 2015 at 09:13

    An absolutely gorgeous card,everything is just beautiful about it.

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  109. Unknown8 July 2015 at 09:14

    To My Very Dear Friend Sue,
    Today's Card Is A True Beauty I Love
    The Freshness Of The Coconut White Foundation Card
    I Love How You've Created You Amazing Background
    By Using "Lattice And Lace Striplet" This Is So Beautiful.
    I Must Say I Really Love John Lockwood New Stamp
    "The Floribunda Stamp" It's Looks Outstanding On Your
    Magnificent Card, As I'm A Stamper First And Foremost
    I'm Always On The Lookout For Stunning Stamps And
    This Is Beautiful. I Use My Stamps In Coordination With
    My Dies, I'm Going To Have To Check Out John's New
    Range Of Stamps.
    Have A Great Day Sue
    Take Great Care My Very Dear Friend Sue
    Warmest Wishes To Your Mom And Colin
    Love And Hugs To Yourself
    From Sam xxx
    Hugs To All Wilsonettes
    A Huge Hug To Lancashire Steph Have A Great Day x

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  110. June Horrocks8 July 2015 at 09:15

    This card is sooo lovely sue stunning love the stamp and sentiment thank you sue xxxxxxxxjune horrocks with love xxx

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  111. Susan Battensby8 July 2015 at 09:18

    Hi Sue
    Wow, what a stunning card. I had no idea your background was a striplet,
    It's so pretty used like that and I love your colouring on John's beautiful stamp too. x

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  112. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 09:18

    Really gorgeous, Sue, a lovely vintage feel. Would love to win this one to display in my new craft room! Love to all, Judy M

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  113. Jess Watson8 July 2015 at 09:20

    Morning Sue, what a wonderful start to the day with this gorgeous card.
    The winner will be very lucky indeed.
    Love Johns stamp, another for my wish list.
    Take care everyone, Jess xx

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  114. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 09:22

    Hello Sue
    What a really gorgeous card today. The striplet works really well as a background and I love that stamp of John's.
    I will be keeing my fingers crossed for the draw as will all the rest of your Wilsonettes!
    Lesy S x

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  115. Rainey's Craft Room8 July 2015 at 09:23

    A beautiful die cut background and the stamped image adds a gorgeous splash of colour.
    Lorraine

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  116. Unknown8 July 2015 at 09:25

    Good morning Sue, what a beautiful background the striplet die makes. The stamped image focal point is just lovely, fingers crossed, Edwina

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  117. utilitygirl8 July 2015 at 09:28

    A beautiful card Sue - love the stamp. the colours are gorgeous

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  118. Paula8 July 2015 at 09:30

    Absolutely 'bloomingly' beautiful! I love the background, something I have never thought of doing, yet I have several of the striplets. :) I'm in awe of your imagination Sue.
    Paula x
    (WelshPaula)

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  119. Unknown8 July 2015 at 09:31

    Stunning card Sue, I liked this die from it being released. Crafty Regards Julie Kay xxx

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  120. fame018 July 2015 at 09:31

    Hi Sue
    What a pretty card I love the background
    thanks for sharing
    Hugs sarah xxxx

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  121. Cdteach8 July 2015 at 09:34

    This is such a pretty card Sue. My first love has always been stamping and that's why I think I was drawn to this.
    I've used my striplet dies to cut backgrounds like this one,sometimes I've done them tone on tone and others have had colour behind them......... one things certain they always look great.

    Jan

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  122. cheryl brown8 July 2015 at 09:34

    Good morning Sue,

    Such a beautiful card, John must be congratulated too on his gorgeous rose stamp. You just can't have enough roses around you.
    Love & hugs
    Cheryl xxx

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  123. Glennis F8 July 2015 at 09:38

    This is so pretty - a fabulous stamp too!

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  124. Marleine8 July 2015 at 09:40


    Morning Sue,

    Such a Beautiful card.x

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  125. Wendy L8 July 2015 at 09:43

    This is stunning Sue, I,m proud to know the very talented John, you have shown his design to perfection, xxxx

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  126. Beryl8 July 2015 at 09:43

    A stunning card Sue.

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  127. patwyn8 July 2015 at 09:47

    Good morning, Sue,

    Beautiful card again, loving the striplet background - very pretty.

    Pat xxx

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  128. Lynda Mellor aka Loopy Lynda8 July 2015 at 09:49

    Good morning Sue, wow another stunner!!!
    Someone's going to be doing a happy dance!!!
    Good luck everyone!!!
    Have a good one!!!
    Loopy Lynda xxx

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  129. Pat S Witney8 July 2015 at 09:50

    Hi Sue
    What a stunner iof a card today. I love the look of the Lattice and Lace Striplet and John's new stamp. They just make a statement together. I don't think how lovely these striplet dies are until we see them on a card.

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  130. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 09:51

    A beautiful stunning card xx rose

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  131. Alison D8 July 2015 at 09:52

    Hi Sue, this truely is a beautiful card. I prefer cards that have a picture as a focal element, so this one works perfectly for me. Keep up the good work. Love and hugs,
    Alison D x

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  132. hazel young8 July 2015 at 09:55

    beautiful card love it x xhazel

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  133. Barbara W8 July 2015 at 09:58

    Hello Sue

    This card is beautiful.

    I love John's new stamp and it looks so lovely on your background.

    I will try and cut a background from my striplet and marry it with some of my 'Sue Wilson' dies and am sure I will get a beautiful card as a result. Thanks for sharing this method.

    Lol Barbara W x

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  134. Jackie Meechan8 July 2015 at 09:59

    Gorgeous card, love the way you have left the die in the card and not fully cut it out makes it so different looking.
    Hugs
    CraftyJacq
    XX

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  135. Robin8 July 2015 at 10:01

    A lovely card - john is coming up with some brilliant stamps.

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  136. Helen Terry8 July 2015 at 10:10

    Hi Sue
    Love this card and the striplet die is gorgeous for the background, The stamp is beautiful and love the colouring.
    crafty hugs
    Helen Terry
    xxx

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  137. MRS DUCK8 July 2015 at 10:13

    Good morning Sue and everyone
    Now that may need to be another Striplet on my list lol!
    Fantastic card and you have coloured John's stamp beautifully. He's a talented guy but I'm biased lol!
    Have a great day.
    Ang x

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  138. Pat L8 July 2015 at 10:15

    Hi Sue
    This card is so lovely and like everyone else I would really love to give it a home! The striplet makes a wonderful background and the stamp is beautiful, I'd do more stamping if the results looked like yours

    Hugs and best wishes everyone
    Pat

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  139. Unknown8 July 2015 at 10:22

    Love the striplet background so have just ordered that. John's designs are getting better by the minute too!

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  140. Roisin8 July 2015 at 10:25

    Oh it's fabulous Sue ......I love John's stamp and you have coloured it beautifully !!

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  141. Margaret corgi owner8 July 2015 at 10:27

    Good morning Sue
    Wow what a beautiful card really stunning, but I love all the striplets so not at all surprising!
    Hugs
    Margaret corgi owner

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  142. Unknown8 July 2015 at 10:36

    Great card today - love the striplet and the stamp is beautiful

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  143. Helen Bell8 July 2015 at 10:36

    Good morning Sue and everyone

    A beautiful card, very delicate and a little bit different using the lovely stamp.

    Love a Helen xxx

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  144. marg8 July 2015 at 10:44

    Hello Sue
    Must have this Die its beautiful!
    Take care
    Love Marg

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  145. Shirley T.8 July 2015 at 10:46

    Hi Sue,

    WOW what a gorgeous card. Love it.

    Shirley T.

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  146. Unknown8 July 2015 at 10:47

    Absolutely gorgeous card Sue. You've really outdone yourself.

    Best Regards,
    Sue L

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  147. Kiraneries8 July 2015 at 10:52

    Hi Sue, a stunning card. A lovely background and the beautiful stamped floribunda flowers are gorgeous. I love it.

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  148. Laura O8 July 2015 at 11:00

    sue ,love the background on this card must try this technique ,Laura O

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  149. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 11:07

    Hi Sue,
    What a beautiful card, I particularly like that striplet used as a background. Stunning.
    Beverley W

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  150. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 11:07

    Hi Sue, what a beautiful card, absolutly love it.
    Regards
    Lunyliz

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  151. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 11:08

    Hi Sue A real stunner this morning! The stamp is lovely and the colours perfect.

    Take care


    Christine (Serene Polly)

    xxxxx

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  152. Ann8 July 2015 at 11:16

    Hi Sue

    Gorgeous card so lovely the stamps are gorgeous and the lattice and lace striplet is

    beautiful another one on the wish list for dies :-)


    Hugs to Ann

    Annx without an "e"

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  153. Unknown8 July 2015 at 11:28

    Good morning Sue & the fabulous Wilsonettes!

    What a little stunner, a veritable master class in Cardmaking techniques! How ingenious to use the striplet as a background, you would never have guessed, it works so seamlessly. Your striplets are so versatile and this one is a beauty. I have always had a soft spot for stamping because I have loved colouring in since I was a child, plus I have a fondness for decoupage, they are both very relaxing pursuits.
    I love the way you have married the two together so effectively, the colouring itself is superbly done Sue. Johns stamp works fabulously well with your die, it is a lovely design to colour and one lucky Wilsonette will be definitely doing the happy dance on Saturday!
    I'm feeling decidedly jaded this morning, Darcey was a dirty stop out last night and we were chasing her around our court at 2am trying to tempt her home-she would come tantalisingly close before prancing away like a little lamb....Grrr! Eventually conceded defeat and went to bed but couldn't sleep properly till she mossied on home at 7.30 because it was raining. She devoured a full packet of cat food before going to bed chuffed with herself, little minx!
    Not much crafting going on at the minute with Wimbledon in full swing, never mind, I will catch up next week.
    Have a lovely day everyone, wherever you are and whatever you are doingxxxx

    Love and crafty hugs,

    Laine1972xxxxxxx

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  154. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 11:34

    Very pretty card and I love the background. I also follow John's blog so good to see his stamps being used from a different view point. Now going to find that striplet die!!
    Lynda in Spain

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  155. melody8 July 2015 at 11:35

    Hi Sue, beautiful card love the way you have used the stripet for the background, you're stamping is always fantastic, wish I could stamp mine always looks like I splashed mud on the paper. Take Care Melody xxxXxxx

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  156. Gail8 July 2015 at 11:38

    Morning Sue,
    Beautiful card, love your background, and John stamp sets if off beautifully .
    Gail C x

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  157. Maureen B.8 July 2015 at 11:41

    Super card Sue with great background. Would love to copy in several colours Hugs Maureen (mem) B.

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  158. sued998 July 2015 at 11:50

    The striplet makes a lovely background on a gorgeous card.

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  159. Unknown8 July 2015 at 11:56

    What a gorgeous card, love the background and the stamp looks stunning.

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  160. Alice (scrAPpamondo)8 July 2015 at 12:09

    Just fabulous!

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  161. Cathie8 July 2015 at 12:09

    Good morning Sue. such a lovely card today. The striplets always make a lovely background. Love the way you coloured the stamp and then added dimension by cutting out the flowers. Thanks for sharing and have a great day.

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  162. weefortune8 July 2015 at 12:14

    Hi Sue, Beautiful Card. Hugs Elaine x

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  163. ursula8 July 2015 at 12:15

    Beautiful card, different for you, but I like the idea. I am not really a stamper, prefer my die cutting cards, but it is lovely nonetheless.....luv Ursula xx

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  164. sandieann218 July 2015 at 12:16

    I absolutely love this striplet and it is on my wish list.

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  165. sandieann218 July 2015 at 12:16

    I absolutely love this striplet and it is on my wish list.

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  166. Marianna Hammer8 July 2015 at 12:17

    This card is so beautiful. I love it! :)

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  167. Dorothy of Baldock, GB8 July 2015 at 12:29

    Hi Sue,

    This card is gorgeous, everything about it!

    Stamping is not my thing, but it has given me some ideas.

    Love n hugs to all. Dorothy Macdonald

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  168. Princess Pixie!8 July 2015 at 12:40

    Hi Sue
    Wow. The striplet die and the stamp are beautiful as stand alone products but when you put them together the result is absolutely striking. Beautiful card.
    Crafty hugs
    Yvonne
    x

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  169. Pauline A8 July 2015 at 12:41

    Hi Sue, That striplet makes such a pretty background and the stamp is so pretty. I love decoupage and haven't done any for quite a while due to eye problems. This is going to be one lucky winner for somebody on Saturday. Hugs xx Pauline A

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  170. Unknown8 July 2015 at 12:44

    Hi sue
    Oooooih ooooh what A treat today.
    That strip let looks great done like that. Love that stamp its georgeous xx

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  171. mommaRN508 July 2015 at 12:55

    Oh my! There are no words to properly describe this card. It is beyind stunning. You never fail to deliver, Sue

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  172. cuilliesocks8 July 2015 at 12:58

    Hello Sue, Your card is stunning, the design is so beautiful with those die and the stramped image is gorgeous, love it, Kate x

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  173. Jayne S8 July 2015 at 13:02

    Wow what a beautiful card, the background shows off the die so well.

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  174. hotpotato8 July 2015 at 13:06

    lovely card Sue. x

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  175. Mary Blight8 July 2015 at 13:15

    Hi Sue & All The Wilsonettes, I hope you all well today & enjoying good weather, wherever you live? Unfortunately, it is more like Winter than Summer in Rosemarket!
    Thankfully, I am feeling a lot better than I was this time last week! I apologise if I depressed anyone, with my constant moaning but I really was poorly! I went to the hospital yesterday, for my 'pre-op', so now I just have to sit back & wait for a date! Hopefully it won't be too long (although I don't want it to be in August, as I hope to have an annual 'three-day break'!
    I hope that anyone suffering ill health, or sadness in their families, will feel stronger, VERY SOON!
    Well Sue, your card is absolutely stunning, as usual! I LOVE the image that you've stamped, it looks so fresh & summery. The dies that you've used for the background, compliment it perfectly! WELL DONE! I would love to be in with a chance of winning this beautiful creation!
    Take care, everyone!
    Best wishes,
    Mary Blight XX

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  176. barbiepinkfairy8 July 2015 at 13:20

    Love t he background, another use for striplets! Thanks xxx

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  177. Jill Liddle8 July 2015 at 13:26

    Beautiful card today Sue.

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  178. Lesley8 July 2015 at 13:26

    Really love the stamping on this card. It is lovely to see stamping on a card for a different look. Shows how the John Lockwood stamps can be used along side your dies.

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  179. Maggie8 July 2015 at 13:32

    Beautiful stamp and a beautiful card Sue, love the background great idea.
    MaggieH capricornCrafts

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  180. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 13:37

    Hello Sue, This is a really lovely card, with your clever use of the striplet die as the background, and the beautiful Floribunda stamp just makes the card 'pop' ! Exquisite....... Simply beautiful.
    Love and blessings
    Jersey Pauline X

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  181. Val W.8 July 2015 at 13:43

    Hi Sue, a wonderful combination, the striplet die with the stamp,such a pretty card. x

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  182. Patti8 July 2015 at 13:47

    Hi Sue,

    This card is beautiful! How do I get the stiplet die?

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  183. Myra8 July 2015 at 14:00

    Hi Sue,
    I love this card today! All your Striplets are beautiful. I don't have this one but it's really beautiful! I would be thrilled to win it as anyone on this great blog would!
    I'm home! Back to washing, ironing etc! Back to my Craft Room too! I've missed it!
    Love to all,
    Myra xxxx. Special hugs for Maureen! Xxx

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  184. Myra8 July 2015 at 14:02

    PS, I forgot to say , John's stamp is gorgeous!
    Myra xx

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  185. Lynn Dalby8 July 2015 at 14:15

    Hello Sue and all.

    I can understand you being excited about this card. The Lattice and Lace Striplet is such a lovely die and white on white is always a winner in my book. Your focal element is so pretty and the positioning of the sentiment is charming. Thanks for sharing.

    Best wishes.

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  186. Robin8 July 2015 at 14:32

    So very beautiful! Hugs, Robin

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  187. Diane Green8 July 2015 at 14:33

    Hi Sue
    This background you have made with this striplet die is beautiful and I have fallen in love with this stamp, it goes so well with your dies. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.
    Love Diane G xxx

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  188. Craftycatty8 July 2015 at 14:37

    The stamps are lovely and could be used for any occasion. I must say... the die cut background is stunning.

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  189. SusanP, Kent8 July 2015 at 14:42

    Once again a beautiful card - using your striplets to create backgrounds is so effective. White on white shows off the beauty of the die and John's lovely stamp to the advantage of both! Love the colouring too, Sue.

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  190. Bejay8 July 2015 at 14:44

    Hi Sue,
    What a stunning card for this week's giveaway! The stamp you've used is just timeless isn't it and I just adore the background. x

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  191. SHARICA8 July 2015 at 15:00

    Hi Sue .. I Adore this card .. it is truly Amazing and Awesome .. xx

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  192. Brenda 8 July 2015 at 15:02


    Hello Sue,
    No one would have ever guessed that this die cut background was created from using a striplet die three times,
    It is georgeous, those Pearls sit perfectly atop the corner flowers.
    Johns floral stamp sits beautifully creating a lovely focal point.
    I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE today's beautiful creation.

    Hope you are having a good day, Love Brenda xxx


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  193. shabbycraftcabin8 July 2015 at 15:06

    Wow I truly truly love this card. Hope to win it :-) take care, Ivy xx

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  194. Anonymous8 July 2015 at 15:08

    Hi Sue, such a beautiful card, love the striplet, the new stamp completescthe card.
    Diane










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  195. Unknown8 July 2015 at 15:20

    Hi Sue
    What a beautiful delicate card today.
    Ginnie x

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  196. Cameeli of Richmond8 July 2015 at 15:24

    Hi Sue
    Truly beautiful card and the stamp is really pretty too.
    Have a lovely afternoon.
    Cameeli xx

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  197. Shari M8 July 2015 at 15:26

    Beautiful. Love the combination of the coloured and die cuts. That is a fav to do here at times as do love the finished cards. Thanks again for a super idea, and guess it is time to start adding striplets and see if they work into a 5.5" card.

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  198. Berina RGA8 July 2015 at 15:27

    Beautiful card Sue!! Lovely sentiment too.. The striplet die is gorgeous

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  199. jean.phillips18 July 2015 at 15:30

    Good afternoon Sue, beautiful card, just love it! Love Jean xxx

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  200. Karen Ratcliffe8 July 2015 at 15:34

    Morning Sue
    What a georgous card!! Love tJohn's Floribundas stamp and your color combo! The Lisbon die cut out on top of the striplet page is just genius! Thanks for your sharing your great combos. Who wouldn't love to win this card! Karen

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