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Tuesday 1 September 2015

Let it Snow


Hello bloggers!  We are heading into a batch of my Festive die videos, but this is about the time that we should think about getting our Christmas cards done (or at least started!)  I hope that these next few weeks of videos will give you some ideas and get you going!










 The finished dimensions are 7 1/2" x  8 3/4" in size.  All for now, Sue x









183 comments:

  1. Lovely card Sue. Delicate looking but very beautiful.
    Back to work today, take care everyone

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  2. Good morning Sue

    Simply beautiful. I love it all!

    Crafty Hugs
    Heather xx

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  3. Beautiful card,lovely colours that are crisp and wintery.

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  4. Hi Sue
    Another stunning christmas card thank you tracyw back to work after 3 weeks off

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  5. Hi Sue
    Beautiful card so crisp and delicate.
    Jan

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  6. Morning Sue, a beautiful Christmas card looking forward to the video will have to wait till I get to my daughters to watch it running late today.
    Nancyd xx

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  7. Beautiful card Sue., look forward to the rest of your Christmas ones. Will be watching video later. JJxx

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  8. Hi Sue, gorgeous card love the background an the colours look great, will have to watch the video when we get back from the hospital this afternoon it's going to be a long day. Take care Melody xxxXxxx

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  9. Morning Sue.
    A beautiful card and great video. Thank you.
    Take care. The rain has stopped. Kitty.

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  10. Good morning sue what a beautiful card and the colours are gorgeous.
    And your design is absolutely wonderful
    Have a lovely day
    Debs A xx

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  11. Good morning Sue,
    A very elegant looking card. Yvonne xx

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  12. Morning Sue
    Another great card and video today, thank you for the inspiration
    Pat x

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  13. Hi Sue,
    Absolutely gorgeous, another Sue Wilson work of art! I love that card even though I hate snow :-)
    I'll definitely start (again, did some in January) at the end of Sept.
    Hugs, Rose

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  14. Hi Sue, today's card is gorgeous, the colour combo is fast becoming my favourite. Great video too. It is really time to start Christmas cards, otherwise it will be a rush again. Have a great day. Bx

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  15. His Sue.
    what a stunning card. It almost makes me shiver just looking at it with its cool colour combination. The poinsettias are totally amazing.
    I really must start to get my festive dies for this year's cards as before I know it it will November and all I will have is the few cards left from last year !
    The video doesn't seem to want to wake up just yet so will try again later. I'm really looking forward to the next batch of festive video tutorials Sue.
    Whatever your plans for the day hope it's a happy day Sue and am sending hugs to you, Alison, Sam, Tina and Elizabeth.
    Thanks Sue for your help.
    Lancashire Steph xxx

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  16. Love your deliucxate snowflakes. Super card

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  17. Good morning Sue, I stunning card showing just what can be done with your dies. Hazel x

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  18. Hi Sue, So pretty I love Christmas cards. Love Jean Z xxx

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  19. Hi Sue. This is so pretty, I love the crisp and fresh colours you have used and the effect the velum gives. Thanks for a great video, these Christmas ones will hopefully make me start my Christmas cards in earnest : )
    Melody, I hope today's hospital visit goes as well as is possible. Molly, enjoy your holiday. It doesn't matter that you can't comment for a few days, the important thing is to have a lovely time with your family.
    I hope you have a safe and trouble free journey Sue.
    Hugs to everyone. Take care xx

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  20. Gorgeous beautiful stunning the list could go on. xx hazel

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  21. GM Sue. Very lovely. I will be painting the kitchen today and most probably tomorrow also! It's needed doing for a while so I'll be glad when it's done and back to normal! Will watch your video later when I will no doubt need a free minutes rest!

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  22. Hi Sue,
    I'm enjoying the videos. Great inspiration and this card is perfect for christmas. The colour combination is so pretty and the glitter just sets it off. Will be trying this one!
    Going on holiday for a week this weekend so might not be able to post but will try!
    Christmas starts when I get home!!
    Be safe out there everyone.
    Anne M xx

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  23. Good morning Sue and everyone
    Subtle and elegant. Just lovely!
    Have a great day.
    Ang x

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  24. Morning Sue and all Wilsonettes, todays card is a stunner, I love Christmas and have started doing a few of my cards but really need to get my finger out, your videos are so inspirational so I will definitely be doing this one, also your new festive collection is amazing, I am loving them.

    Enjoy Tuesday, stay safe, healthy and happy, hugs, June Smith xxx

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  25. The white poinsettias look especially stunning on a simply gorgeous card! x

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  26. Hi Su,
    this is a perfect Christmas card and lovely to get away from the usual red and green.
    Will watch the video later.
    Love Val in Spain x

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  27. A really beautiful card today.
    Doreen R

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  28. Morning Sue. WOW This is a fantastic card. Love the cool colour's to this one and with having the vellum over the top it's given it a frosty look to it. The poinsettia's are stunning as is the background. I made some of my card's when you released your first collection of die's and then some more when you released your second mini collection just to see how they looked and as you can imagine they didn't disapoint. I need to make some more so i can put both collection's together and i can't wait to see how they all turn out, but i am in the middle of making my son and future daughter-in-law's wedding invatation's so hoping to have them finished by the end of september and then it's straight onto the christmas card's, so a busy couple of month's a head for me LOL. Thank's for another informative video and looking forward to seeing the rest of your christmas video's. Keep them coming. Hoping you are well rested and having a lovely time.
    Take care everyone and guess what the sun is shining after all that rain yesterday. Now isn't that a surprise.
    Best Wishes.
    Denise T x

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  29. Hi Sue, love this card , the colour is just right , you are so clever at putting colours together, I spend ages trying to get a good combination.
    Best Wishes Lilian in Cornwall

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  30. Good morning Sue this is a gorgeous Christmas card. I will be watching the video later when I get back from work yes the holidays are over. I have made a start with my Christmas cards this year and I have gone very simple. Have a great day today. Hugs Jackie

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  31. Good morning Sue,
    I love the subtle elegance of your stunning card.
    I am leaving for a holiday with Hazel next week. When I get back I will start my "Christmas Cards"
    Off to "watch & learn" there is always something to learn every time.
    Have a great day
    Patricia xxx

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  32. Beautiful card-pretty & delicate, lovely subtle colours.

    Michele

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  33. Morning Sue,
    Lovely delicate card today, really pretty. I've already seen your video (have s link to your videos so see them when you upload them) but will watch in detail when I give this a go.

    Have to rush today have acupuncture in just over half hour, then rushing around before going to craft workshop.
    Have a great day.

    Oh before I forget you need to check out EBay UK someone is selling die cuts of your new dies, looks like has been for a while I sent John the details on Facebook last night in a message. I tried to report it to eBay but the 'owner ' of the rights has to do so. They are not made up cards just die cuts. Which according to what John said is against the Angel policy.

    Maggie

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  34. Hello All! Another beautiful Christmas card Sue! I like that it has a frosty yet soft look to it. I'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of my die purchases - one of them is the corner, border & tag set used in this video. It's so pretty! I know you've shown us how to do the "messy" bows on one of the videos before - I'll have to go and find it. Mine look messy alright- just not in a good way!

    Molly I don't know what the technical issues are that you are having regarding posting from your iPhone. But I've had a lot of problems too like my post disappearing before I finish it or problems if I try and edit it...it just freezes up. I've found if I type up my post while I am in a different application such as the "notes" app (it's just one that came as part of my phone-not one I had to download or anything), I can simply copy & paste it into the blog, without any problems (so far). That may not be what you are experiencing at all, but thought I'd share just in case it is helpful. Your Nan & others are right though - it's ok if you can't post for awhile!

    I hope everyone, including their furry companions (I'm talking about the 4-legged variety, not hairy husbands lol) are doing well or at least on their way to it! For those returning to work, I hope you have a good week.
    Sunshine & hugs...Rebecca in Colorado

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  35. Beautiful card Sue! I love the white design with just a hint of aqua, so lovely. Debra x

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  36. Hi Sue. This card looks good so will look forward to watching your video later. SueL x

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  37. Morning Sue lovely card today the poinsettia looks lovely in white, I will enjoy watching your video later with a nice coffee
    Kathy x

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  38. Good Morning Sue
    1st of September and its nippy, but the Sun is shining, looks like the Summer is over!
    Lovely crisp card Sue, I need to get my notebook ready to watch the Video!
    Take care
    Love Marg

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  39. A really lovely card and that delicate aqua peeping through is great. Christine

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  40. Good morning Sue , a lovely card and the colours are beautiful ,together it makes a really nice Christmas card.
    Take care Jane B.

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  41. What a beautiful card, Sue. Imagine getting this in the post at Christmas!

    Anne (Northampton)

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  42. Caroljsmith11@btinternet.com1 September 2015 at 07:52

    Stunning card today sue love the background.

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  43. Hi Sue,
    Such a beautiful and elegant Christmas card. I'll be making a start on my cards this week. I've already done some parts of cards but not put anything together yet. The inspiration that you and all the creative expressions team give us is great. Off to watch the video, thanks for sharing,
    Heather Treble

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  44. A fresh, crisp card, the vellum softens it nicely. Another one to try, it will probably take me most of the afternoon to do, but very satisfying if I get a result
    half as good as yours. It's still raining here, is it no wonder it's called the green and pleasant land. I love it when it rains, it means I can stay indoors and craft and not feel guilty about my untidy garden, let it rain (or snow)
    Linda

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  45. Morning Sue, beautiful card and yes it is time to make a start on the Christmas Cards! I have already started mine with some of the new dies I bought but must get on and make some more. The way this year is flying by it will soon be time to post them! Loved John's shows yesterday, makes such a difference when the demonstrator has time to explain and show step by step and give out handy tips without all the silly nonsense that used to go on, long may it last! Love Jean xxx

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  46. Beautiful soft and gentle Christmas card! Love everything about it, off to watch the video now.
    Hugs to all xo

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  47. Gorgeous card Sue I have most of these dies. They are gorgeous every one of them. Love the colour used.
    Hugs
    CraftyJacq
    XX

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  48. Hi Sue
    Wow wow wow. What a stunner we have today. Love the colour combination and the dies you have used. The vellum gives it a soft look. I'm sure I have some but only found acetate when I was looking for it the other week. I'll find it when I'm looking for something else. I'll be watching the video later if I can. If not I'll watch when I get home from a very sunny Salou.

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  49. A lovely card, it has a delicate frosty feel to it.

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  50. A lovely card Sue ,
    I so love the Poinsettia flowers.
    Take care
    Elaine H X

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  51. Deb E Isle of Wight1 September 2015 at 08:06

    Beautiful card again today and using probably my favourite Christmas saying 'let it snow'. The colours and textures give this a beautiful chilly feel and can see this in most of the blue/purple/grey palette range for a lovely frosty effect - just stunning.

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  52. Morning Sue. A very pretty Christmas card. These colours are lovely. I must admit I have not started my Christmas cards! Next week maybe. Great video.

    Love Rosemarie x x

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  53. Morning Sue, Ohhhhhh, this is gorgeous, the colours are gorgeous and the 'bling' is fabulous.
    Lots of love from Patricia xx

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  54. Gorgeous Christmas card Sue. I love the delicacy of the colours and adore your snowflake dies, which I have and will be using on my cards this year. Thank you. Xx

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  55. Hi Sue- this card is stunning and one of my favourite colours. Poinsettias are always a must on my Christmas cards, but have to admit I can't bring myself to think about Christmas just yet! John's shows yesterday were absolutely brilliant. Such a pleasure to watch him demonstrating cards from start to finish with no rushing. Best wishes
    YvonneMayxx

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  56. Hello Sue and all
    beautiful card today with so many favourite elements, poinsettias, snowflakes, vellum and the colours WOW! !I have started my cards this year, but started only, may get a move on after watching the video.
    today is the first day of spring and it was just gorgeous,
    sorry to hear so many holidays over and back to work, enjoy as much as you can
    Muriel x

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  57. Morning Sue,
    Beautiful card ,love everything must have a go the video was very good ,enjoyed the music at the end too
    Best wishes
    Karen M

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  58. Hi Sue. Gorgeous card today. Have a great day. Hugs to all xxx

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  59. I do like blue/wht cards, and this is superb111



    Doreen x

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  60. Morning Sue, that is such a lovely Xmas card nothing to over the top, I know my daughters would love it so I will watch your video and see how to make it. hugs Shirleyxxxxx

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  61. Stunning card sue love it the colour is so festive love June horrocks xxxx

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  62. Stunning card sue love it the colour is so festive love June horrocks xxxx

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  63. Good morning Sue love the frosty look the aqua and white gives love from Jackie xx

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  64. Stunning card Sue, lovely and fresh

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  65. An unusual combination for xmas , one I wouldn't have thought of, but doesn't it work well. Just love it. Jxxx

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  66. Morning Sue,
    Gorgeous card so elegant, love it.
    Will watch video later.
    Lydia
    X

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  67. Hi Sue,

    Love that snowflake background that looks as if it's been partly obliterated by a fresh snowfall, very clever and those pinstriped poinsettias are so classy!...I've already got two different poinsettia dies and keep telling myself I don't need any more but the heart says "Buy Them!"...lol...so they're now on the wish list...

    Izzy

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  68. Hi sue what a beautiful card ,love the frosty look
    and the colour and the flowers are lovely too.
    Marion H

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  69. Hi sue what a beautiful card ,love the frosty look
    and the colour and the flowers are lovely too.
    Marion H

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  70. Good morning Sue, just watched the video!!! Thanks for
    sharing!!! I just love vellum it gives an ethereal
    look!!! Thanks once again!!!
    Have a good one!!!
    Loopy Lynda xxx

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  71. Lovely card Sue. I like the use of spray to add the glitter to the background. The use of vellum to mute the die is an interesting concept.

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  72. Absolute stunner today, love the poinsettias

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  73. WOW WOW WOW gorgeous card and fantastic video today Sue, thanks for sharing, have a great day. Hugs xxx

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  74. Morning Sue. Beautiful card. Love the colour and flowers. Have started my Christmas cards keeping it really simple but will do special cards for family. Will watch video later for inspiration. Hugs Heather.x

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  75. Another quite classy looking Christmas card.I will give it a try.Thankyou for video tutorials,we can learn from them and improve our skills.Adrienne

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  76. Another great card,need to start on my Christmas ones,but plenty of ideas through your blog.

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  77. Hi Sue, a gorgeous Christmas card. So much detail and dimension with lovely colours. Thanks for the video. I can't start my Christmas cards until November as we are away so many times.

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  78. Hi Sue.
    I just love this card. The colours are just right for it.
    Regards,
    Evis M.

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  79. Beautiful Christmas card!
    Ohhhhhhhhhh I would love to have snow for Christmas, although I think that we will be having a hot one :(
    hugs
    sharon :)

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  80. Sooo pretty! Love the blue background and flowers! Olga Ko

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  81. Hi Sue
    Very pretty card. Love the colour. Thanks for sharing.
    Have a great day everyone.
    Hugs.

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  82. What a beautiful card, just love the pinstripe poinsettias and the background looks gorgeous.

    thank you Sue for a great video x

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  83. Morning Sue, today's card is just stunning, very wintery looking.
    You have given me just the push to start my Christmas cards, off to watch the video and learn.
    Take care everyone, Jess x

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  84. Hi Sue
    This card is really beautiful, love the soft effect the vellum gives the background. How funny the poinsettia stamp fell into my basket last time I had a splurge! I'm going to start Christmas cards when Emma is safely delivered to university , it will keep me busy so I don't miss her, the untidy ness and noise! I'd noticed you are using spray glue more these days, I must admit I was struggling when cutting double sided sheets with card so this is a welcome change. I just need a spray glue box now! The sun is shining here today and I think the forecast for the week is good too - you can tell the children are back at school! (Sorry Jackie T xxx). Enjoy your day.
    Love Diane G xxx

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  85. Hellooooo Sue,

    A beautiful card with a 'frosty' look courtesy of the vellum with a beautiful cool green pop of colour.
    Love & hugs
    Cheryl xxx

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  86. Lovely card Sue, really enjoyed the video.

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  87. Good morning Sue, love love love today's card!
    Janette x

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  88. A beautiful card Sue! Makes me feel as though it's a frosty morning, and yes, I should be thinking of getting my Christmas cards started! :)
    Paula x
    (WelshPaula)

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  89. Unusual colours for Christmas, but the card is lovely.

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  90. I have started on my Christmas cards! I want your new Angel next, she is soooo pretty.

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  91. Morning Sue,
    Thankfully I have almost finished my Christmas cards lol
    Your card is stunning.
    I do love Blue and silver for Christmas :)

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  92. Hellooooo Sue and the Wilsonettes! Beautiful card Sue and love the white and aqua colour combination...it definitely has a brrrrrr feel to it! Lol! Nice to see the velum too as it just gives it that lovely soft look....but then I'm bias about velum...lol! "Thank you Sue" for the video, great as always xx It's also good to know that you have a marathon of ideas for Christmas.....we need all thee help that we can get.....mmmmmmm xx Sending love and hugs to you Sue, your mom and family xx Sending love and hugs to all our Wilsonettes, here and away too xx Take care everyone xx Love Karen xx

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  93. Beautiful Card Sue!

    I absolutely love this card and everything about it.

    Happy Crafting!!! :) X X

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  94. Theresa says
    Hi sue and lovely wilsonettes x
    I love todays card sue x its so beautiful x the vellum really softens the crisp frosty effect its gorgeous x the colours are lovely so pretty x I shall watch the video later after I have washed down the muddy wellies clothes and sleeping bag !
    Take care everyone x
    Theresa w xxx

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  95. Hi Sue,
    A beautiful Christmas Card today. Thank you for all the daily inspiration.
    I watched a couple of John's Shows yesterday. He made some lovely cards and gave some good tips too.
    I watched one programme on my iPad which was good.
    I think it will be a very interesting channel to watch. It's getting better each day and I wish them every success.
    Take care Sue.
    Love to all, Myra xxx

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  96. Beautiful card today Sue. Love the colours. Must try and watch the video later. Always better to watch at my son's. If I watch at home it keeps stopping and starting. Loved John's programmes yesterday.

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  97. Beautiful card and fantastic video! Love how you made it so frosty looking and the colors are stunning.
    The vellum softens the background beautifully! I haven't started my Christmas cards yet...we're having
    a heat wave here in New York and it's hard to think about Christmas. I'd better get cracking though, it
    will be here before I know it. I'm learning so much from your fantastic videos...thank you for the inspiration!
    Have a beautiful day!!!

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  98. Really beautiful card .I think I will be borrowing your inspiration .Thanks Sue

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  99. Hi Sue
    Gorgeous christmas card love the delicate vellum effect.
    crafty hugs
    Helen Terry
    xxx

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  100. I agree with Rose, this is another Sue Wilson work of art. The card is beautiful.

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  101. Your card is so pretty. I love that you have left and right orientations in some of your die sets. Great video. Jan D., Florida, USA

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  102. Hi Sue
    Beautiful card, love the snowflake die used for the background, and great video as always

    Hugs and best wishes everyone
    Pat

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  103. My xmas cards are started already, I think if I put as much effort into them as you do I'd only get about 6 done! And they'd have to be extra special people to receive one like that ;)

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  104. Hello Sue

    I think this is such a beautiful Card. The sparkled Snowflake background is great and the Delicate aqua background with the velum topping is lovely. The floral arrangement with the hint of aqua from the ribbon is delightful. Thanks for sharing.

    Best wishes.

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  105. Hi Sue,
    Beautiful card - lovely for those special cards we all have to make. Great video too.
    Love and hugs to all, Alison xxx

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  106. To My Very Special Friend Sue,
    Yes You've Guessed It I've Watched Thi Video Previously On YouTube
    But It Was Fantastic To Watch Again, This Extremely Interesting Video
    With Lots Of Tips And Super Techniques.
    I Just Love The Fabulous Colour Palette You've Chosen The White
    And The Aqua Foundation Card, The Aqua Is Such A Soft Pretty Colour
    I Just Love The Dies You've Used, Starting With Your Mini Snowflake
    Background Which Is Stunning I Just Love How You've Added Your Vellum
    To Soften The Background, I Love Your Awesome Clssic Poinsettias I Also Love How
    You've Stamped Your Sentiment And Then Used The Tag From The Snowflake Collection
    I'm Thrilled I Purchased This And Most Of Your Christmas Dies I Must Admit I'd Like To Purchase More.
    I Enjoyed Watching John On Hochanda It Was Truly Fantastic To
    Be Able To Watch Uninterrupted Workshops I'm So Looking
    Forward To Watching Yourself, Julia, And Phill.
    Take Care My Dear Friend
    Warmest Wishes To Your Mom And Colin
    Love And Huge Hugs To Yourself
    From Sam xxx
    Hugs To All Wilsonettes
    A Huge Hug To Lancashire Steph x

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  107. Hi Sue perfect Xmas card love the colours xxx

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  108. Gorgeous card, love the snowflake die. Best wishes

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  109. This is beautiful, Sue. I love the muted colours and the white poinsettias. Will watch the video in a bit. xx

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  110. Stunning card! I love these die cuts! The poinsettias are gorgeous!

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  111. Afternoon Sue
    This is such a beautiful card. I remember it being one of the cards in the launch and loved it then. I will watch the video later (hopefully). Not long now til we see you and enjoy your fantastic demos. I can't wait. It seems like forever since you have graced our screens.(Yipee)!
    Have been watching John and a few others on Hochanda. Have to say I do think they need to sort things out. John is doing a fantastic job as are the other guests I've seen and I think the presenters are doing the best they can. The fact that the website is not up and running is a huge mistake on their part and the freedom club is just not good value for money. I am thoroughly enjoying the demonstrations so will persevere but do hope that things will improve soon.
    I am obviously getting better as this time last week I would not have had the energy to be that negative.
    So I'm dressed - clothes not pyjamas - hope you're impressed. The house is really not looking too healthy. In my absence it has been sadly neglected. Whilst being bed ridden it appears that the carpet has all but disappeared in the front room. Major excavation required to find it.
    I seem to be struggling to walk in the kitchen as every step I take is an effort due to the fact that I am 'sticking' to the floor. Yuk!
    The dishwasher was overflowing until I sorted it and turned it on about 10 minutes ago. I am hoping that this process will eliminate the overpowering odour that was so evident when I came down stairs!
    Can someone please tell me why men/boys are completely incapable of emptying a kitchen bin? They see that it is full and instead of doing the right/sensible thing they proceed to push the contents down with such force that it will require industrial lifting equipment to rectify the situation!
    Sorry folks. I think that is quite enough moaning for now. I have plenty more where that came from but will leave it alone for now. To be honest the boys have been pretty good at taking care of their frail and ailing mother whilst she has been wallowing in bed for a week. I know that if I designate duties over the next few days that by the weekend the house may start to look more inhabitable and less like a squat!
    Take care everyone. I am going to be playing catch up with the blog for a while so have patience fellow Wilsonettes. I have missed the blog hugely and it is lovely to be back. Sending love and hugs to everyone - especially those who are not feeling their best or having a rough time.
    Crafty hugs
    Yvonne
    x

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  112. A beautiful and pretty christmas card, and the colour is just perfect for snowflakes.
    I love seeing all the christmas cards and although I havn't had the mojo to make many yet
    I so love seeing them all andlove all things christmasy lol

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  113. Hello Sue,
    What a beautiful card you've given us today (I love this soft aqua colour) It looks so delicate and very feminine, I just love it all.
    Thank you for your wonderful inspiration.
    Love and hugs, Brenda XXX

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  114. Wow Sue what a beautiful card, beaufiful colour and a fabulous selection of Dies, but the way you put them together just makes the card special. I love these Christmas Dies, and have used them so much this year, but would love a Christmas Gemini Die - great to make Gift Card Holders
    Wendyx

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  115. What an absolutely stunning card Sue, love everything about it!! :)
    Hugs Donna xx

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  116. Super card Sue, you make it all look so easy, your choice of dies amazes me....luv Ursula xx

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  117. Gorgeous snowflakes and pretty poinsettias, what a lovely, frosty looking card today.
    Lorraine

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  118. Beautiful! I love the softness of this blue and your poinsettias are breathtaking!! TFS!

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  119. beautiful card!! love the soft color!! pretty poinsettia! love your dies!! and yes!! I should start making Christmas cards!!
    -Berina
    Moxie Craftie

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  120. Stunning card Sue. Your poinsettias are just amazing and I love the soft blue colour. Pat x

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  121. Such a gorgeous gentle card, Sue, lots of motivation and thank you for the video. Must get into the CCard swing of things - started in June but sort of 'went off' a bit.
    Saba - thanks for the advice - have managed to find the programme info. Bless you!
    Have watched some of John's repeats night and early morning - love his little tips and the Waste Not Want Not use of ALL of his bits!! He does so well and didn't even blink when he was called 'Rob' - presenters have a way to go yet. They even showed the striplet buying info when holding up the finishing touches bundle - Nigel etc wouldn't let that pass by. Ah well. Can only get better.
    Molly - you having a good time?? Hope so.

    'P' in Wales

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  122. Great card today Sue, picking up lots of tips for this Christmas card making session. Thank you.

    I've managed to buy most of this year's dies from your range, they were at the bottom of my wishlist but I turned it upside down! So I don't need any more seasonal dies for this year now.

    Lots of love and craftihappiness everyone,

    Pearl x

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  123. Gorgeous card Sue, lovely cool and crisp colours.
    Enjoyed the video as usual very inspiring.
    Looking forward to your upcoming shows hopefully they will have sorted out a few of the hiccups. Have to give them a chance but do hope you are on with Lee as you two make a great team.

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  124. Hi Sue
    Really like this one. Thanks.
    Zena xx

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  125. Love Love Love this card!

    Sue L

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  126. Hi Sue,
    Love the white snowflakes on the white background with the whole thing glittered - it didn't show up to well on the video until right at the end. Silly me.....I should have looked at the close up pictures first.
    Beverley W

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  127. Good morning Sue and the happy band of Wilsonettes,
    This is a very striking card Sue that i love in every way from the colours to the dies and all the bits in between. I love how you soft image the back ground with the parchment as it just gives off like a soft glow bulb, enhancing the soft subtliness of the card. Although i have the top set of dies i don't have the snowflakes yet but i'm sure i could improvise with the spellbinder ones that i do have. There is an awful lot of dies this year that i would love but heyho the necessities are needed first IE a die machine that works and that isn't broken. Oh how glad am i that Hobbycraft had that plateless, handleless GC down for sale as it was about the only one in my budget and it works fine.
    Had an absolute ball yesterday when i met up with 3 of the Wilsonettes and what a time we had giggling and laughing and putting the world to rights, it was fantastic and i know that they had a great time as well. Sue this is all because of you and this fantastic blog that an awful lot of us that are housebound or lonely have made such lovely friends from all over the world, thank you Sue for making this all possible. It is lovely to find like minded people that as bonkers as i am and i know a lot of you are as well. You start by thinking that you are the only one and then find a whole array of people in the one place that are just as bad. HAve a great day everyone with crafty hugs going to all my Angels that keep me up,
    Love and crafty hugs
    Norah (Glenochil)

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  128. An amazing glittery Christmas card today in aqua and white. Love the layers and love the embellishments. Attaching the snowflakes around the outside of one layer and then spray gluing and glittering makes for a unique and beautiful layer. Silly me, I would have cut the snowflakes out first, then added glue in some form to each snowflake, THEN I would have glued the completed snowflakes to the card layer. Thank you Sue for your ideas and trying to make my life less complicated by showing me how to do this process with less effort. Thanks for the clear and percise video - always a treat. You, Sue, are one fabulous crafty and talented woman. Yeah for all of us Wilsonettes!

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  129. Hi sue
    Just started my Christmas card making. This will certainly be one of them.
    Liz xx

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  130. Hi Sue and everyone
    beautiful frosty card today, I love the colours and the velum overlay, the poinsettias are gorgeous, will enjoy watching and learning.
    Sorry been missing girls, don't know where my days have gone since I got back.
    Thank you for such a warm welcome back, sending big hello's and hugs back to Lorraine (names in a hat, what a good idea, I have the same trouble choosing which dies to buy next. Might I also add that I saw your posts from a bit back and I too iron jeans, even the boys skinnys lol), Lynda B (hope little Annnie has recovered from her nervous night), Maria A (it was Carvoeiro in Portugal), Saba (I didn't have the piri piri this time but the fresh sea bass was amazing yum), Theresa , Carole B. I'm afraid I'm still not up to speed so please bear with. Got to dash now but hello Rebecca in Colorado, sending a big welcome! Molly and Melody (hope everything goes well at the hospital), Yvonne G (glad you're up and about again, we can play catch up together), Beth B (sending woofy woofs to your girls), Myra (hope you're feeling better after your migraine, they're awful aren't they).
    Love and blessings everyone - Deb C xx

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  131. Hi Sue
    Love the layers on this card and the frosted glass effect,gorgeous.

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  132. Hello Sue

    Lovely card.

    Regards
    Joan from Newcastle

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  133. Hi Sue, had a busy day today sorting out my craft rooms! ....... The kitchen table.......the dining table.......the lounge coffee table. Etc. yes! I've started my CCards. Die cuts and glitter everywhere. Great timing bringing us Christmas videos and I can't wait for your inspirations. Such a pretty card today Sue. I love it. Now to watch the video. Hugs. xx. Pauline A

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  134. Hi Sue,

    Love the frosty colours on this card, makes a nice change from traditional Christmas reds and green. Will watch the video later.

    Pat xxx

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  135. Hi Sue
    Beautiful card!!!.....can't believe Christmas is on the horizon already!!!!
    Love
    Sam
    xxxx

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  136. HI SUE
    YES STARTED THE CHRISTMAS CARDS. BUT NOT AS FESTIVE AS YOURS. BRILL VIDEO. CANT LIVE WITHOUT THE JEWELS. THINK THE VELLUM LOOKS FANTASTIC. ALSO LIKE THE FLOWERS MADE OUT OF VULLUM HAS BECOME ONE OF MY ADDICTIONS. (ALL MY ADDICTIONS ARE CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS AT THE MOMENT). LOVE THE INSPIRATION. THANKS
    BORN AGAIN SPELLBINDER
    NADINE HUG XXX

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  137. Love the effect on this card. Have started my christmas cards but nothing as elaborate as this.
    luv
    Karen xx

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  138. Hello Sue, love vellum and this card is gorgeous. Take care, Ivy xx

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  139. Hi Sue, a stunning card with lots of pretty detail, gorgeous colour.x

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  140. Hello Sue, and all the ladies.
    I have a feeling a deja vous when I look at this card. It's beautiful.
    Yvonne, I know exactly how you feel. When I broke both arms, I couldn't do anything for 6 weeks. My house looked like Miss Havisham's from Great Expectations!!!
    Love to all,
    Mauree xxx

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  141. Hi Sue

    It's lovely, though Im not up to any cards let alone Christmas cards.

    Just a quick post. Sorry I haven't read any comments but just wanted to say hi to you all. Not in a great way but nothing serious, just very fatigued after a busy day Saturday having eyes tested then a meal for brothers birthday. Will be back properly hopefully tomorrow. Thinking of Molly and Francis and anyone else whose ill, injured or having a bad time. Hugs to all of you,

    T x

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  142. hi sue
    This is such a pretty card I love the colour
    Lynne L

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  143. fantastic card ,would have to bean extra special person to get a fab card like this,Laura O

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  144. Really stunning card and love the colours too Sue.xx

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  145. Lovely card Sue.

    Love to all
    Meg
    xxxx

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  146. lovely soft card. very icy... brrrr, hugs xx

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  147. Good Evening lovely Sue and fab Wilsonettes!

    Putting into words just how much I adore this card is an impossibility, I don't have the necessary vocabulary or eloquence to convey my delight and absolute awe at your many talents. The idea of placing velum over the snowflake background is inspiring, and really softens the look enabling you to add even mor interest to the background in the form of the individual snowflakes and diamond sprinkles. There is so much to absorb, so many elements to admire and luckily I have the benefit of your fabulous demo to enable me to create my own example.
    Fortunately, up until tonight, I have all of the dies apart from the mini background-My credit card has just had a haemorrhage in the form of a juicy order for those Christmas dies begging to be given a loving home. So, in a couple of days I will have the snowflake mini background just begging to be unwrapped and transformed into a work of beauty al a Sue Wilson!
    I am feeling quite giddy with excitement at the prospect of receiving my bounty and will have no excuse but to start thinking festive thoughts.
    Christmas cards are the most enjoyable to create, they really get you in the mood, but I always struggle to start them before late October-it just seems weird to contemplate snow, turkey, presents and Santa in late Summer....even if the weather has taken a turn for the worse!
    Talking of the inclement weather, I acted with folly and just a smidgen of insanity this afternoon when I mistook a ray of sunshine for summery temperatures and ventured out in just a vest top and flimsy cardigan-at best I could have been described as an optimist, at worst a total buffoon because the heavens opened and my valiant attempts to dodge the fist sized rain drops were met with defeat.
    I felt borderline hyperthalmic and if I don't get a liberal dose of pneumonia it will be a miracle:-)
    Yvonne, my poor dear friend, you have struggled valiantly from your sickbed using every available ounce of strength to be met with a sight akin to Armageddon! My heart goes out to you, it reminds me of my days at university when my room was immaculate but the rest of the flat was like a bomb site with week old plates of mouldy pasta , dirty clothes, beer cans, fag ash and the odd text book creating a man made obstacle course of filth and squalor! Get those young strapping lads of yours to muck in with the clean up job whilst you put your feet up from a safe distance:-) Good luckxxx
    Deb, a kindred spirit, I thought that I was the only one who thought that ironing jeans and underwear was normal behaviour -we can stand united against those who seek an unkept, untidy and creasy world! I do however feel for you, in the wake of your holiday- all of that washing and ironing will give you repetitive strain injury you poor soul:-( My thought are with you at this trying timexxxxx
    Norah, how lovely to hear about your friendships gained through Sues brill blog-my only regret is that I don't seem to live near anyone because I would dearly love to meet my fellow Wilsonettes.
    Wheely Bad, hope you feel better soon honey, get plenty of rest and don't push yourself too far too soonxxxx
    Molly, hope you're enjoying your break away with your family- don't worry about not being able to post, we'll still be here when you get back, waiting to hear all about your time in Devonxxxx
    Have a peaceful night everyonexxxxx

    Love and crafty hugs,

    Laine1972xxxxx

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  148. Good Evening lovely Sue and fab Wilsonettes!

    Putting into words just how much I adore this card is an impossibility, I don't have the necessary vocabulary or eloquence to convey my delight and absolute awe at your many talents. The idea of placing velum over the snowflake background is inspiring, and really softens the look enabling you to add even mor interest to the background in the form of the individual snowflakes and diamond sprinkles. There is so much to absorb, so many elements to admire and luckily I have the benefit of your fabulous demo to enable me to create my own example.
    Fortunately, up until tonight, I have all of the dies apart from the mini background-My credit card has just had a haemorrhage in the form of a juicy order for those Christmas dies begging to be given a loving home. So, in a couple of days I will have the snowflake mini background just begging to be unwrapped and transformed into a work of beauty al a Sue Wilson!
    I am feeling quite giddy with excitement at the prospect of receiving my bounty and will have no excuse but to start thinking festive thoughts.
    Christmas cards are the most enjoyable to create, they really get you in the mood, but I always struggle to start them before late October-it just seems weird to contemplate snow, turkey, presents and Santa in late Summer....even if the weather has taken a turn for the worse!
    Talking of the inclement weather, I acted with folly and just a smidgen of insanity this afternoon when I mistook a ray of sunshine for summery temperatures and ventured out in just a vest top and flimsy cardigan-at best I could have been described as an optimist, at worst a total buffoon because the heavens opened and my valiant attempts to dodge the fist sized rain drops were met with defeat.
    I felt borderline hyperthalmic and if I don't get a liberal dose of pneumonia it will be a miracle:-)
    Yvonne, my poor dear friend, you have struggled valiantly from your sickbed using every available ounce of strength to be met with a sight akin to Armageddon! My heart goes out to you, it reminds me of my days at university when my room was immaculate but the rest of the flat was like a bomb site with week old plates of mouldy pasta , dirty clothes, beer cans, fag ash and the odd text book creating a man made obstacle course of filth and squalor! Get those young strapping lads of yours to muck in with the clean up job whilst you put your feet up from a safe distance:-) Good luckxxx
    Deb, a kindred spirit, I thought that I was the only one who thought that ironing jeans and underwear was normal behaviour -we can stand united against those who seek an unkept, untidy and creasy world! I do however feel for you, in the wake of your holiday- all of that washing and ironing will give you repetitive strain injury you poor soul:-( My thought are with you at this trying timexxxxx
    Norah, how lovely to hear about your friendships gained through Sues brill blog-my only regret is that I don't seem to live near anyone because I would dearly love to meet my fellow Wilsonettes.
    Wheely Bad, hope you feel better soon honey, get plenty of rest and don't push yourself too far too soonxxxx
    Molly, hope you're enjoying your break away with your family- don't worry about not being able to post, we'll still be here when you get back, waiting to hear all about your time in Devonxxxx
    Have a peaceful night everyonexxxxx

    Love and crafty hugs,

    Laine1972xxxxx

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  149. Sue, this is a beautiful card, I love poinsettias in any colour, and those on this card are exquisite.

    I love the video too.

    Love 'n hugs to all Dorothy Macdonald from Baldock

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  150. You are so right about starting Christmas cards! I've done a couple but mojo has gone so I will look forward to seeing your inspiration Today's card is beautiful I love the delicate colours

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  151. I'm really pleased to see my favourite colour again. This is such a beautiful card. Your snowflakes are all gorgeous!
    I will try to make this one. Thanks for the inspiration Sue. You're a gem!
    Big hug
    Julie E

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  152. Fab card great video. Hugs Theresa xx

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  153. Hi Sue
    Beautiful Christmas card. It wont be long till the big day is here.Hard to believe this is September now, This year has went in quick
    Take care
    Hazel G XX

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  154. That is so pretty, love the dies, the colours, the poinsettias, everything about the card.
    Jan
    Northampton

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  155. Hi Sue

    Gorgeous Christmas card so pretty love love love it.

    Hugs to all

    Annx without an "e"

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  156. Evening Sue and everyone.
    Stunning card and great tutorial video, Thank you Sue!

    Jan from Long Island- Hi ,have you any good card craft
    shops in New York you could recommend ? Coming over for
    a week soon and would love to have some American card
    craft back home with me.x
    So nice to see you Yvonne. You are missed when you
    not here you know. Glad if you are feeling a bit
    better but get the boy's to help you out with some
    tasks. My son (23) is the same thou and it's always
    the answer with, I do it later ,grrr!x
    Norah- so glad your meeting up with the girls went well
    and you had a good time. Love to meet you too one day.x
    Who is going to A P in September ?x
    Wheelybad- just take it easy, sending you a hug x
    ToB- hope you are alright, any news about your operation ?
    Melody- My thought are with you and the family,
    hugs to you all. Hope Molly have a nice time on her
    holiday x
    Beth- hope you are doing ok, cuddles to fourpaws! x

    To all Wisonette's and friends, take care and

    hugs Maria x

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  157. Hi Sue and all your crafty crew
    Well today's card is totally up my street I love it
    Not watched the video yet so looking forward to that
    Your inspiration shines through and I and so many others thank you for sharing it with us.
    Take care folks hugs to everyone
    Theresa G x

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  158. Thank you for a wonderful video. How absolutely lovely this card is.

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  159. The card is wonderful. You definitely are trying to give us a kick start when it comes to Christmas cards, good on you!!!!

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  160. Hi Sue & Friends
    Lovely card Sue & video was great love the velum effect makes it so soft & Sutlel looking.
    Hope your having a good time with your mom & family
    Love & Hug's Lynda Brock xx

    NORAH so pleased you had a lovely time with the girl's & all enjoyed the day Hug's xx

    Beth sending you Hug's & cuddles for eight paws xx

    Molly Hug's xx

    TOB Theresa love & Hug's

    Big hug's for all my friends xx

    Hug's for all Wilsoettes xx

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  161. Hi Sue,
    Beautiful, beautiful card.
    Di B. x

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  162. Gosh Sue I have just read through the comments & realised that the comment I wrote yesterday has gone walkabouts somewhere or other & it was well within the character limits...oh well glitches happen I guess so on with writing about your gorgeous card because I simply cannot remember what else I had written, think I'll go back to writing in word that way if it goes missing again I can do a copy & paste.

    When I saw this card Sue I was racking my brains about where I had seen it before, notice how your cards have such a wonderful impact on my memory...well I cheated & looked back on your older posts & yay it was the frosty mini background made during your last mini launch...I loved it then & I still love it now only now there is the generous addition of the video demonstrating to us your fabulous hints & tips on how to make this gorgeous card...Thank you, Sue everything that you do for us is very much appreciated.

    Take care & Love 'n' (((HUGS))) to yourself & our lovely Wilsonettes Beth B x x x

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  163. Hi Sue,
    what a really great tutorial for a very beautiful card.
    I love the fab design of this, and your fab use of your wonderful dies.
    Thank you so much for sharing.
    Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

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  164. I just love those snowflake and poinsettia dies, and the let it snow label came out stunning With that glitter.. Thanks for the inspiration, and a beautiful card.

    Happy Crafting
    Ma :)

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  165. Beautiful card today - I have these dies and have already made quite a few for this years Christmas cards, just love how they cut

    Vie
    x

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  166. Hi sue.
    I just love ur Christmas cards. I have the poinsettia die well the filigree one anyways. I'm sure I can adapt.
    It's beautiful xx

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  167. Hi Sue
    Fabulous card and video thanks fir sharing
    Hugs x
    Heather T

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  168. I think these are my favourite colours - a lovely card!!





    Doreen x

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  169. Hi Sue
    Your really spoiling us with all your gorgeous card this week & love them all.
    This is stunning & the colours are so pretty & with all the different textures look amazing together.

    Love it !!

    Crafty Hugs
    Haze T xx

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  170. Hi sue, just went back to see some of your other cards and I must have missed this one,
    I love this card and will be copying this one sue everyone will love the. Crafty hugs Julie xxx

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  171. Hi sue, just went back to see some of your other cards and I must have missed this one,
    I love this card and will be copying this one sue everyone will love the. Crafty hugs Julie xxx

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