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Tuesday, 9 April 2019

Best Wishes


Hi bloggers!  Today's card features the Iris Flower Square done with Crystal Tints.  I started by cutting the Iris Flower Square out of coconut white card. I glued it to a piece of acetate, making sure that all the lines were securely glued to the acetate.  I used Yellow Citrine, Rose Quartz, Pink Topaz and Emerald Green to fill in the sections of the flower.  I allowed the colours to mix a bit to give it more interest.    I set it aside to dry overnight as I added two coats of each colour.  I left the background open, but mounted a piece of arctic Blue card behind it when dry.  I cut a larger piece of white card as a base, then added the Hexagonal Border on the diagonal in the upper corner.  I cut the Best Wishes sentiment in black and glued in to the lower edge of the card.  I added the flower square to the centre with foam mounting for dimension.  The card was completed with white and black mats and layers.  The finished dimensions are 6 1/4"  x 6 3/4" in size.  All for now, Sue x





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55 comments:

  1. BridgetCG9 April 2019 at 06:08

    Morning Sue, a gorgeous card with lovely vibrant colours, brings a smile to my face. Have a good day everyone. Bx

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  2. kittyedavies47@gmail.com9 April 2019 at 06:28

    Morning Sue.
    Thank you this card is so beautiful.
    Take care and have fun Kitty.

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  3. Karen Drew9 April 2019 at 06:29

    Beautiful and bright card
    Luv
    Karen xx

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  4. Jackie Meechan9 April 2019 at 06:43

    Gorgeous card, colours a very bright and will brighten everybodys day if they receive a card like this. Think it would make a great get well soon card too!

    Hugs
    CraftyJacq
    XX

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  5. carol edwards9 April 2019 at 06:45

    Hello Sue, a beautiful card with the ever so lovely iris. Love the colours and I always enjoy the stained glass effect. Thank you xx

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  6. Marion Scott9 April 2019 at 06:46

    Hello Sue, a gorgeous card. Love how you have let the colours mix together a little. It looks so natural
    Marion S x

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  7. Steph Cotterill9 April 2019 at 06:56

    Good morning Sue. What a lovely vibrant happy sample to wake up to. The whole collection of the square flower dies are so beautiful and versatile but I must remember to use the handy tip you gave us about a tiny bit of glue dot on a pokey tool to help pick up the tiny centre fall out pieces, I know it will cut down on the amount of 'tuts' when I fight to pick up and place lol. You have given us day after day of the prettiest of samples the past few weeks, so thank you. Whenever your long deserved holiday starts, and wherever your spending it, I hope you have the most relaxing down time, if anyone deserves it you do xxx

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  8. Netty The Runner9 April 2019 at 06:58

    Very elegant Sue. The hexagonal border looks lovely set in the corner.
    Annette x

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  9. hollyberry9 April 2019 at 07:02

    Such a beautiful card and lovely cheerful colours.

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  10. Jan on the Fosse9 April 2019 at 07:03


    Hi Sue
    The square flower dies have become my favourites at the moment.This card of yours looks stunning.
    Jan x

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  11. Beverly Fuchs9 April 2019 at 07:09

    Hello Sue,

    An iris delight for the eye this morning. The colors are beautiful and look so natural they way they have blended together, you would almost think you were looking at a photograph. The hexagonal border adds the perfect added touch.

    Have a wonderful day.

    Beverly

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  12. Anonymous9 April 2019 at 07:10

    Hi Sue, lovely card this morning. Bright and cheerful.

    Barbara V

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  13. June Smith9 April 2019 at 07:15

    Morning Sue and all WIlsonettes, such a pretty sample today, I did purchase some of the tints but wasn't able to get the yellow so that is on my list to get, I want to try this process because it makes the stained glass effect so realistic, thank you for sharing.

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

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  14. Marie P.from Longridge9 April 2019 at 07:44

    Good morning all.
    A beautiful card Sue with a stained glass appeal. There are so many different paints available now that it's difficult to choose between them I love all of your offerings to us and you regularly brighten my day.
    Thank you.
    Marie P.

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  15. Janice K9 April 2019 at 07:44

    Good morning Sue,
    A stunning card with wonderful vibrant colours, a real eye catcher.x

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  16. Barbara Gosden9 April 2019 at 07:51

    Hi Sue
    A beautiful card.
    B xx

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  17. Lynne L9 April 2019 at 07:54

    Good morning Sue A beautiful iris card the colours are amazing & the added hexagonal border is the perfect finishing touch

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  18. Ann Topp9 April 2019 at 07:59

    Good Morning Sue. What a lovely card to start my day with. Clean fresh and crisp looking...just like a summer morning. Although I am not a great fan of the stained glass technique... I think it's a beautiful card...and would be happy to receive it. Thankyou for all your inspiration Sue. I don't know where we would all be without you. Sending hugs and best wishes to everyone. Kind regards Ann Toppcards Leeds.

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  19. Clai019 April 2019 at 08:01

    Lovely card. x

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  20. theresa w9 April 2019 at 08:04

    Hi Sue and lovely wilsonettes x
    Beautiful card Sue x the way you have blended the tints is excellent, it looks so realistic x thankyou Sue x
    Theresa w in Berks xxx

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  21. Crafty Vonnie9 April 2019 at 08:17

    Good morning Sue,
    A very bright & vibrant card today.Yvonne xx

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  22. Princess Pixie!9 April 2019 at 08:22

    Hi Sue
    Bright and beautiful. Just what is needed this morning as the weather here is very grey and damp.
    Apologies for lack of comments - busy weekend then a period of recovery was required! Hopefully back to normal now.
    Happy Tuesday everyone
    Crafty hugs
    PP
    Yvonne x

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  23. Anne9 April 2019 at 08:24

    This is so beautiful, Sue.

    Anne (Northampton)

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  24. gwen709 April 2019 at 08:24

    Beautiful card Sue xx

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  25. Anonymous9 April 2019 at 08:27

    Hi Sue - a really beautiful card with bright and cheery colours. The diagonal border is such a clever touch. Sending best wishes
    YvonneMayxx

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  26. Muriel9 April 2019 at 08:31

    Hello Sue and all
    A beautiful, colourful card today. I haven’t tried the crystal tints but they look so gorgeous here that may have to be remedied. Love the border and as usual the pop of black to make it all really stand out.
    hugs
    Muriel x

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  27. June Horrocks9 April 2019 at 08:47

    What a beauty today sue I love it love the iris the colour you have chosen so vibrant love it !!!!!
    Thank you love june Horrocks xxxxxx

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  28. dj from kettering9 April 2019 at 08:53



    A lovely bright and cheerful card that
    anyone would love to receive!!



    Doreen x

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  29. hazel young9 April 2019 at 08:56

    Beautiful card Sue xx Hazel

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  30. Ruth Kidd9 April 2019 at 09:00

    Wow, this is stunning Sue. I absolutely love your flower square dies.

    Ruth x

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  31. Jean Z9 April 2019 at 09:08

    Hi Sue, Very pretty .love Jean Z xxx

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  32. sued999 April 2019 at 09:10

    A lovely card. I think I might have to acquire this die as it makes such beautiful cards. X

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  33. lydia jordan9 April 2019 at 09:24

    Morning Sue,
    Gorgeous card.
    Lydia
    X

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  34. Rose in Chester9 April 2019 at 09:42

    Hi Sue,
    This card is so beautiful. And the honeycomb accent provides an extra amount of interest.
    I think, done in different colours, will make a beautiful sympathy card, too.
    Hugs, Rose

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  35. Anonymous9 April 2019 at 10:07

    Beautiful card. hugs WINTERWARM. xxx

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  36. jean.phillips19 April 2019 at 10:38

    Morning Sue, stunning card, love the colours of the Iris. I get my dressing off today so hopefully will be able to move my head a bit easier. Love Jean xxx

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  37. Kiraneries9 April 2019 at 11:26

    Hi Sue, a beautiful card. Lots of white makes the colourful Iris pop and stand out.

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  38. Fluffycat9 April 2019 at 12:29

    Hi Sue, as with all your flower square cards this one is gorgeous. I love the way you have blended the crystal tint colours within the petals imitating nature beautifully.

    Frances

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  39. karenlotty9 April 2019 at 12:59

    So so pretty I must try this technique

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  40. Suemac9 April 2019 at 13:07

    A beautiful sample.

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  41. ursula9 April 2019 at 13:25

    Oh I jut love those colours, beautiful card...luv Ursula xx

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  42. Pat L9 April 2019 at 13:27

    Hi Sue
    Beautiful card and I love your square flower dies even though I haven’t been very successful with the crystal tints yet!

    Love and hugs to everyone
    Pat

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  43. Crewe9 April 2019 at 13:45

    Hello Sue
    I have not tried this technique yet but it is definitely one I must attempt.Have a good day everyone.

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  44. Helen Bell9 April 2019 at 15:12

    Hi Sue

    Great card. Love the vibrancy of the colours you get with the crystal tints. I like the blue card behind too.

    Love Helen xxx

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  45. Suzzette Yandle9 April 2019 at 15:21

    I am really liking the blending of different colored Crystal Tints in the petals. When I was making glass stain glass products, many decades ago, I would search out those glass pieces that were multi-colored and textured to use on my design. Thanks for sharing your ideas.

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  46. Eunice Astle9 April 2019 at 15:38

    Beautiful card Sue, love your color combination on the Iris.

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  47. Pawprintx49 April 2019 at 16:44

    I like this technique better than any other with the flower squares. I think the stained glass appearance on this card is lovely.
    Stephanie K
    SC/USA

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  48. Lisbeth9 April 2019 at 17:58

    Hi Sue. What a lovely splash of colour on the card today. Love the way you have used different colours on the flower to make it look more realistic.

    Lisbeth

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  49. BenteS9 April 2019 at 18:08

    Love that die, beautiful card!

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  50. Pauline Austen9 April 2019 at 18:21

    Hi Sue, I've said it before but I'll say it again, "I love your stained glass effect dies". This one is beautiful and I really must buy the die to add to my collection.
    Your colours are gorgeous. I would love to own a card like this. Hugs xx Pauline

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  51. Betty McAlister9 April 2019 at 18:45

    A beautiful card Sue. Very vibrant xx

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  52. Scottydog9 April 2019 at 20:42

    Beautiful, cheerful card. Thank you Sue!

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  53. CCM9 April 2019 at 21:23

    Love cheerful cards, so love this one, too.

    Hugs from Toronto
    Carmen-Dorothy

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  54. Alice (scrAPpamondo)9 April 2019 at 21:28

    Fabulous, colourful and very elegant!!

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  55. cr@fty10 April 2019 at 07:04

    Hi Sue
    Wow! What a stunning card! I love the way the colours have blended!
    Hugs x
    Heather T

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