Saturday 9 June 2012

Love That Craft Stash!

Morning everyone!  I will tell you right now that this card is actually pale yellow and black.  I know my picture taking skills leave a lot to be desired, but I'm going to blame this one on the equipment! LOL  I was having a good rummage through some of my craft stash, the stuff you buy because you think, "I'll use that," but you hardly ever do!  You know what I mean, all crafters have some of that stash.  Well, I found a lovely cameo and I haven't a clue where it came from but I was completely smitten with it.  So I pulled out my Floral Oval dies to put together a quick card so I could see the cameo on a card.  I started with the Valor Embossibility folder to create an embossed background.  I cut the largest Floral Oval die out of black card for my focal element.  I stamped my sentiment on pale yellow card, and cut it out with the middle size of the Floral Ovals.  I used Black Soot distress ink with a very light hand and inked the piece while it was still in the die.  I layered the two pieces turning the large oval in a vertical fashion.  Using mounting foam, I added them to the top of my background.   I ran a piece of black silky crush ribbon around the bottom of the card and taped it to the back.  I tied a double bow and added my matching cameo to the centre of the bow.  I used a glue dot to add my bow to my card.  I cut up a black rhinestone swirl spray and added pieces to the top and bottom of the card.  Three rhinestones were added to the top and bottom of my focal element  to complete the card.  Super easy and super quick.  I love the way the cameo looks too!  Now if I just could remember where I got it! LOL  All for now, Sue x

186 comments:

Unknown said...

What a great way to showcase the cameo. I'm loving that ribbon! Yes, I think all crafters have "stashes" that threaten to take over some of our precious space. I'll try to make use of your example and use some of it. Thanks, Sue, for another gorgeous card.

Unknown said...

Hi Sue what good use of the cameo, I know what you mean by having a stash. When I am out and about I often buy bits to use at a later date and when I search through my bits often wonder to myself "now what project did I buy this for". Great card nice to see the bow back, wish mine turned out as good as yours.

Wilma

Claire said...

Gorgeous card Sue, love the layered ovals and your bow is so beautiful. I have some of those cameos, I think i got mine from ebay
Claire xx

jean.phillips1 said...

Moring Sue

What a stunning card! Love the cameo, really sets the bow off. I love the layered ovals too, I have used them a lot just lately, they are so elegant. Love Jean x

Jenny L said...

Hi Sue,
wonderful card love the cameo. Pity about the colour not coming out true. I bet it looks great in those colours. You are right we all have stashes we buy and never use, but the difference with me and I don't know about the rest of you is I can't remember where I put things. Except for my Spellbinders of course. Have a great crafty day everyone, as the sun is shinning.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

JAO said...

Great card Sue.

kimberley said...

Another winner Sue although i think this would have to be for someone very special as its so spectacular.have a big stash myself but don't have anything like the cameos must try to look out for some, take care x

Jenny Marples said...

That cameo is delicious and it really stands out so well on this. You're right, you needed to say that it was yellow - oh the joy of cameras!! Hugs, Buttons x

lindyloo12 said...

Hi Sue Yipee a sunny day for a change! You have done it again Sue, yet another spectactular card, I wish I had your imagination Sue. This card made me go all sentimental as Cameos remind me of my Nan as she always wore one that my Grandad gave her. I only have a small craft room so I try to have a "tidy" every couple of months or so, and am always amazed at how many things I had forgotten I had, I am off to a craft show tomorrow though so am bound to add more to my stash, so had better have a tidy up today to make room!

Carole Z said...

hi Sue, wow I love this card..and yes we all have those stash boxes don't we? Love the use of the cameo; I'm not a fan of the portrait cameos that are 'on trend' at the moment, but this floral one is gorgeous on your card, Carole Z X

auscrafts said...

Morning Sue ,another lovely card ,love the cameo ,must find the ones I have

Unknown said...

Beautiful cameo, lovely card. Julia xxxx

Karen said...

This is fantastic, the floral oval is top of my wish list, but I am on a self imposed "use what you have first' regime at the moment. I think this might be the one that tempts me though, just love it

marg said...

Good Morning Sue
My first thought was Victorian and then I noticed the beautiful Cameo and yes that is still my thought ...lovely card Sue!
LoveMarg

Unknown said...

Morning everyone
Well another beautiful card Sue. Your Cameo reminded of all the odds and bits I collect at craft and jewelery fairs like Scarf rings and flat painted and varnished stones etc. I really must dig them all out again and use them up like this. Your inspiration keeps so many people across the globe crafting or getting them to return to crafting. You truly are an ambassador for spellbinders and card crafting.

Thankyou so much

Beth Peake

Patricia said...

Good Morning Sue,
Oh! WOW! I love it, love how you have used the Cameo. I have some similar,different colour though, must go and rummage in "my stash" look for them and use.......
Thank you once again for another stunning card.
Have a Great Day

Patricia xx

KellysKards said...

That cameo is beautiful and looks great on such a fab card.

Joesgrandma said...

Lovely card. Very Victorian. Happy Saturday Sue

Jan said...

What a wonderful card Sue xx Jan

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Another very stylish card. Love finding stuff in my stash.

Anonymous said...

Good Morning Sue,
What a beautiful card, the cameo on the bow such a focal point it is lovely, the floral oval is one of my favourite dies, I really like this card.
Have a great day everyone.
Happy2craft

Pam said...

What a fabulous card Sue. Love everything about it especially the bow and camoe. Not sure I could give that one away - it would have to be for someone special.

Victoria said...

Another stunner Sue. You've made good use of the cameo. How I would LOVE to receive one of your cards!!

Wendy L said...

This oval is grgeous and your ribbon stash is amazing.xxx

Heather said...

Good morning Sue you have have made another masterpiece today. The cameo is so pretty and really makes the card look very Victorian.
Hugs x

May said...

Such a striking card... love the cameo and the bow... Just perfect! Hugs May x

nmty said...

Hi Sue, what a lovely idea to use your cameo on the card. It just shows you how little things can inspire your ideas! As always sue, a stunning card!

Val in Spain xxx said...

Good Morning Sue. Whaat a lovely caard. I'm running out of adjectives to describe all you wonderful creations. Love the cameo and the colours and the bow of course.

Sandra F said...

Stunning card sue. Love the cameo and the bow.

Alison said...

Lovely card Sue, :)

Desiree said...

Morning SueBow!
I wish you could remember where you got the cameo from too - it's beautiful! Am going to check ebay after Claire's comment.
Have a great weekend.x

Lydia Jordan said...

Hi Sue,
Love the card pity the colour does not show that well, bet its even more stunning in the flesh. Very pretty cameo and the use of.
Have a good day.
Lydia
X

Maryann Laursen said...

A really awesome card Sue, and I too absolutely LOVE the Cameo. It´s really gorgeous as is the entire card here. I love the palae yellow and it looks even better with the black too, so all together you made a clear winner here.
Have a wonderful eweek-end hun and lots of great fun.

Maggie said...

Hello Sue, that's a wonderful use of the cameo. I bet the colours are more vibrant in real life, but don't you worry as we get the idea and then we can try it ourselves! Who would receive such a beautiful card - must be someone very special I think. xx

Janice K said...

What a beautiful cameo!! Shame we can't get those here. The Floral Ovals have now gone to the top of my wish list. Thanks for the inspiration Sue. x

shampylou30 said...

stunning card love the cameo how can you part with it sue xxx

Mary at Doghouse said...

Morning Sue

What a beautiful card, those floral oval dies are so useful. The cameo is stunning and sets off the black bow just wish my bows could look like that.

Clare Powell said...

Gorgeous card. The cameo looks great.

Clare x

Jane in Spain said...

I have some 3D embellishments that I can never really decide where to use - this has certainly given me a few creative ideas! Another lovely card - thank you

Ruthie said...

Great card Sue, I thought I must buy that die, and just went to play and guess what I already have it. Do you think I have too many spellbinders, NO you can never have too many. I love the little rhinestones, just that little detail makes the whole thing pop and come togeter.

Jane said...

Tell me about it I have a massive stash, funny that you have never use the cameo me neither, I have a bag of them got them from China . I love the card its beautiful lemon and black are a fab combo.

Jane xx

Missmizog said...

What a superb card. I also love the cameo.
Have a great weekend.
Sue

Nanna Tina said...

Hi Sue
I have these finds when I am suppose to be tidying my stash and then everything stops to 'play'and as you say its remembering where you bought the item, might need to add notes on my craft buys ha ha, I love the colours, I make a few yellow cards as it is my grandaughter Isabelle's favourite colour, I even made yellow christmas trees last christmas as that is what she wanted, happy crafting
Tina x

Sandybee said...

Even though it's black and pale yellow in reality, black and cream is one of my favourite colour combinations. The cameo is just a perfect finishing touch.
xx Sandra

Vicki Sharkey said...

What a stunning card Sue. it's great when you can use those items you keep for a rainy day (and ahven't we had plenty of those!). I looked on ebay adn there are loads for sale in the jewellery making section and quite reasonable, all different sizes too.
Vicki :)

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue
I bought that die yesterday so now I have some inspiration for using it. You are amazing!

Grimsby Chris

Chris said...

HI Sue,
Your card is just stunning. I made a Black & Yellow card for my daughter's birthday last week but with a much more vibrant Yellow.(As Yellow is her favourite colour). It was not nearly as good as yours though.
Chris X

baconbits said...

Morning, What a wonderfl usefor the Cameo - it is soooo striking. this card is very elegant and extremely sophisticated.
TFS
Hugs
Amanda x

lestim said...

Hi Sue, well you've done it again "Ollie". Fantastic card, love it all. I am now surfing eBay for Cameos. Best wishes, Lesley x

Lynda's craft's said...

Such a stunning card and WOW gorgeous
bow love love love it. Lynda

Unknown said...

Morning Sue Hope you are will get your winter wollies ready for when you get home its freezing here. Any way back to the card it is so elegant I must say these are one of my faverite dies the colours are beautiful together And I love the cameo. I'm doing a craft stall this afternoon for charity so I think I will have to do this card am sure It will sell well.
Lookforward to seeing you on thursday are we going to have a sneaky peek of whats to come.

Take Care
Debs xx

nannapat said...

I love those floral ovals Sue & you have shown them at their very best, and the cameo is so pretty. Another gorgeous card. Pat x

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue,
If only I could find things like that in my stash - empty foil sweet wrappers (just in case because of the colour) aren't quite the same are they lol. Love the card.
Beverley W

Anthea said...

Morning Sue, Beautiful card that cameo is gorgeous. I think your crafty stash would be a dream to have a look through :) Hugs xx

jayne denver said...

Hi Sue absolutely gorgeous love it
I have this die and used it a lot
Thanks Sue

sued99 said...

Fab card. I wish I could tie bows as well as you.

Craftypurpledragon said...

Hi Sue,
Wow, this is a gorgeous card and so elegant. Love it.
Love and light.
Suz x

Lin W said...

love black and yellow,use them a lot.
xx

Sonia Jones said...

This is a gogeous card. I wish i had something like that cameo in my stash but unforunately not!! I'm looking forward to seeing you back on our screens, not long now! It will be great to see the new die collection and see how you use them! Soniax

BridgetCG said...

A really lovely and elegant card Sue. love the cameo on top of the bow. Bx

Marion said...

lovely card ,very elegant looking .keep up the good work Sue.
Marion

Sue Yorkshire said...

Fantastic card Sue, I love your cameo and how you have used it, now I would have put in the centre of the topper and it wouldnt have looked anywhere near as lovely as yours.

I have been working through my stash and just using scraps to make cards!!!

Sue xxx

AdrienneQ said...

Ok I admit it I also have cameos in my stash and now I know how to use them

Lizzie said...

Hi Sue
WOW'O'WOW What a card a stunner love everything about it
Thank you
Lizzie (serial copycat)xox

Rose in Chester said...

Another beautiful card - that cameo would only be sent to A VERY VERY VERY SPECIAL person -it is gorgeous.
Have a lovely weekend

Moni said...

Gorgeous card, fab details and colour combo. Hugs, Moni

Phil D said...

That is a stunning card Sue and the cameo - well its just so lovely - a great card as usual
Phil D

ann lomax said...

hi morning Sue, another fabulous card. Ann

hazel young said...

Lovely card so even though is does look the slightest bit of yellow lol. love the design. it looks stunning whatever the colours xx hazel

Victoria said...

Smart and sophisticated!!

Carol H said...

Gorgeous card - definitely a winner.

Margaret corgi owner said...

Wow what a gorgeous and very stylish card.
If you do remember where the cameo came from please share the secret with your blog friends!
If only my bows came out the same as yours it would be great. I know you have 1 dvd for stamping, have you thought about a dvd of bows and Spellbinders / Heartfelt Creations? Take care.
Margaret

Cdteach said...

I'm sure we all have an embellishment somewhere that we love and it never seems to fit with a made card IYKWIM, so it's great to see a card that has been made with the cameo as the starting point and this is something worth thinking about when sorting through our stash.

Tres said...

Hi Sue. Wow what a gorgeous card!! I love the idea of turning the ovals opposite ways. I love the great big bow to and that cameo oval is very pretty. Such a wonderful card for for lots of occasions. Looking forward to seeing you on cc love Tres x x x

nesscraftyqueen said...

Truly Sumptuous.
Lovely colour scheme.
I have a stash I should visit but its all 'so precious' you know!
Not sure I have anything like that cameo tho which is very pretty, for sure.
Crafting hugs
Ness

martine said...

hi sue wow what a beautiful card i love the pale yellow with the black it not colours you would think of putting together ( well i wouldnt lol) xxx
martine xxx

nzillingworth said...

Hi Sue
fab ribbon and great card. wouldn't have known it was yellow card. But wouldn't spoil the card the colour. I do like that embossing folder. Not got used to all the new names of the folders yet.
spellbinders on C&C in a min.
born again spellbinder
Nadine hug x
nzillingworth@hotmail.com

bluebell-flowerwood said...

hi sue i like the card today,love the camio.so dose a lot of other commenters. may there be a possibility that you may find the supplyer, theonly place i get my camios is china via the ebay. hope you will be back on the teli soon. you are missed. we had the designer that has the lovelly long hair yesterday,sorry i carnt remember her name. love bluebell-flowerwood.

Christine Hussey said...

Morning Sue, what another stunner! It would have to be someone very, very special for me to give the cameo away as I would want to keep it for myself (is that being selfish?). I think by the time I get on to ebay all the cameos will be gone. A truly beautiful card, TFS. Have a lovely Saturday, hugs Christine H x

Carolyn said...

Stunning Sue,love that cameo and ovals.x

MARGARET said...

Hi Sue
Lovely cameo, lovely card.
Margaret L

MARGARET said...

Hi Sue
Lovely cameo, lovely card.
Margaret L

Crafty Loops said...

Sue this card is beautiful, I just adore yellow. And that cameo is stunning too. Lee x

Shazza said...

such a stunning card x

Lynn (delphinoid) said...

Gorgeous card Sue! Those Floral Dies are lovely and I love the use of the cameo, it goes lovely with the black silky crush ribbon.

Happy Crafting!!! :) X X

Cazann49 said...

Hi Sue, What a great card and idea!! I'm sure we all have some little toppers we'd like to put on a card, but felt they were too small. This is a great way to use them!! Will definitely be using this idea a lot! Thanks as always for such inspiration..:)..Enjoy your day..xx

Marie-Louise said...

Beautiful card. Love these ovals.

Lynne M said...

Hi Sue, what a fantastic card, I must go through my crafty stash to see what I've bought and forgotten about. Lol Lynne M

Lara B said...

Good morning Sue
This is such a gorgeous card! it would look great in what looks like navy and cream as it does in your black and pale yellow!

The cameo is beautiful! It adds that extra touch to what is already a beautiful card!

The dodgy equipment (lol) gives us crafters an idea of what other colours go together.

Have a great day!

Lara xxx

Unknown said...

Gorgeous card!
I love the layered ovals and your bow is stunning. The cameo is beautiful and colors are matching so well.

Unknown said...

That cameo is gorgeous. I love the colours, I recently bought a black and cream book of flocked papers and this card reminds me of them. I am going to make something similar. I bought the floral ovals last week and am loving them

Love Tracie xx

Joan Hill said...

This shouts CLASS, really beautiful Sue, will definitely have a go at this one, thank you x

Claveh said...

Oh Sue, this is breath taking, I love it. Thanks. xxx

nattyboots said...

Its a real classy beaut of a card Sue , i love everything about it . I know what you mean with all our " i can use this for ????? " and then we dont, Elaine H X

pam said...

hi sue what a beautiful card, love the cameo. pam

jan01253 said...

Another lovely card but the cameo is gorgeous. (I want one)
Jan xx

Debbie Tinks said...

lovely card sue

lilygee said...

What a difference it makes when you add that extra special embellishment - the cameo looks wonderful - a very beautiful card Sue
lilygee xx

Vie Carter said...

Morning Sue

Love everything about todays card, the colour combo the ribbon, gem swirls and the cameo is lovely

Another big hit

Vie
x

Linda said...

Beautiful card, the cameo is so pretty, I'd hate to part with that!Linda x

lorraine (classylady) said...

FABULOUS card Sue, love the whole thing but the cameo is definately the finishing thing.

regards
lorraine
xxx

Christine said...

The card is as beautiful as the cameo, so 'the whole is greater than the sum of it's parts'. Beautifully done.
Thank you, Sue
Christine
x

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue, Stunning card. The cameo is beautiful. With Love & Light Theresa. H

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue, Another stunning card. Love the cameo, perhaps creative expressions would consider sourcing similar cameos for us crafters - just a thought.Best wishes, Carolyn H.x

CraftyJo said...

That cameo really *is* lovely, and the card is quite stunning. It's nice to know I'm not the only one who 'finds' stuff in their stash ;)

sue said...

Morning Sue, Lovely card, lovely colours. Love the cameo thanks for sharing another beautiful card.
Hugs Sue M xx

Anonymous said...

Morning Sue...Ohh I just love this card and the colours..the Cameo is gorgeous, they would be a lucky person indeed to receive a card like this one!! Love the way you put the ovals, I shall be looking out for Cameo's in the charity shops now :-)

love...Manx Linda xx

Planetsusie said...

Hi Sue - I print off pictures of the card designs I want to 'borrow' and funnily enough it has printed out as pale yellow and black (think me inks are on their way out!!) I love the design and the cameo is something I don't think I could part with, it's so beautiful. The swirly bits are gorgeous - I have some but am loathe to part with them!!!

Hugs Sue Pass xx

bhavana said...

Simply beautiful, love the cameo and the ribbon!! Thank you!

Ecco of Sheffield said...

Afternoon Sue
thank you for this beautiful card - This definitely goes in the -super card - set.
Janet x

hollyberry said...

What a different embellishment!
The card is lovely as ever and I wish I could make bows like you.

Glass Daisy said...

Hi Sue,
I love these dies, bought them some weeks ago. They make a very elegant card so easily. You must get through an awful lot of ribbon, but your bows have changed the look of my cards lol.
Sonia x

yorkielass said...

Hello Sue, The cameo is beautiful, the card sumptious, wish my bows turned out like yours. My stash is overflowing and I am on a use what I have regime at the moment.
Have a lovely weekend everyone.
Hugs June xx

sheila said...

These dies are just perfect for this beautiful cameo, if this was my card i don't think I'd want to send it to any one, I'd just want to keep pulling it out now and again and enjoy it all over again

ladygolfer said...

Just Exquisite

Erica said...

Hi Sue,
What a lovely card. The cameo is just perfect and the colours too despite the equipment blip!
Regards Erica

Ladock girl said...

Love this card, looks more cream and black on my screen, but still beautiful. The cameo is so lovely it could almost and item of jewellery. Love Linda xxx

salem said...

fab card love color

Carol said...

hi sue
what a lovely card useing the valor e/b folder for the b/ground is great.
have been trying to buy the floral dies but out of stock e/where. the cameo is fab also the ribbon used for the bow looks gorgeous.my stash of card is mounting not buying any more for a while till I have used some of it up.as you say we need to use up what we have.

Love carol xxx

fluffycat said...

Hi Sue, Love this card, it is absolutely gorgeous. I have all the elements needed to make it, including some cameos in my stash that I got from my local craft shop. That's this-afternoon taken care of, then!
Frances

gwen70 said...

Quite simply gorgeous Sue, yet another winner

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue, firstly I want to say sorry I,ve not left a comment for some time but that was due to me being ill. This card is stunning and I'm thinking of it in many other colours,lilac and purple perhaps lol, your stash must be well worth seeing. Thanks for your inspiration as always, hope you make the most of your time left over the pond. Hugs Liz C. X

EmmaT said...

Fab card, and yes I definately have stash ive bought and still not got around to using. This is great advise to take a item (like your cameo) and build the card around it. I love the choice of pale yellow and black as its an unusual choice but i think it works.
Emma

Vick said...

Hiya Sue,

Oh My, this card is elegant, gorgeous, stunning, beautiful can you tell i like it? its so lovely, i love the colour combo, and i might be wrong but you may have got the cameo from someone on Etsy or Ebay, moreso Etsy as i have seen a few on there and you can buy the moulds on there for that particular design.........love everything you show us, pls dont stop ......hugs Vick xxx
the-artful-codger.blogspot.com
YTChannel vixcrafts

Jacqui aka Morgana said...

Another stunning yet simple card Sue. I definately know what you mean about stash I had forgotten about, moved my craft room last weekend and the amount of stash I have for those "just in case" moments is mounting. Will that stope me getting more - I very much doubt it lol.

Anonymous said...

i love the card yes we all know what u mean about stash we all have it thats y we have craft rooms 2 store it all in lol keep up the gd work ur blog is so inspirational wats really ghr8 is scrolling bac thru 2 see earlier cards its phenomanal

joy said...

hi sue
wow fantastic love every thing about the card . the cameo is lovely
joyce.e

Ita said...

Hi Sue WOW this is a fantastic card and the cameo is stunning.
Ita

angiec said...

good use of the cameo on a simply stunning card

barbiepinkfairy said...

I love this one I always love black with anything. The oval dies are one of my favourites and on my very long wish list!

Venus and Luanne @ Sisters Craft Cafe said...

another beautiful card Sue. love the layered dies and embossing.

~luanne

jordiegirl said...

Wow that is so beautiful Sue.

I certainly have lots of stash to use up!

Laura O said...

Another great card Sue.Just love the ribbon and the oval dies .Fab Laura O

nikkib said...

I'm always buying things that catch my eye thinking that will come in useful, then I use it, want another and cant remember where I bought it.... gorgeous card again and that cameo is beautiful.....

jane stillman said...

Wow, another stunning card, and it compliments the cameo so well x

Helen said...

Another stunning card and great inspiration - I'm going to go through my stash and see waht's hiding there!!

JULIEMCRANE said...

Hi Sue

What a gorgeous card, love it. Loving the cameo too.

Julie x

craftysals creative corner said...

simply stunning sue, not been about for a while and as always your cards inspire and wow us

craftysals creative corner said...

simply stunning sue, not been about for a while and as always your cards inspire and wow us

ang said...

very classy love it angxxx

brenda said...

What a beautiful elegant card love the bow and the cameo is gorgeous x

Sue said...

Absolutely adore that card Sue love the cameo xxx

Linda Simpson said...

A beautiful elegant card. Loving that cameo it finishes the bow off beautifully.

Hugs
Linda xxx

Anonymous said...

Another fantastic card Sue using the beautiful oval flourish - just a wonderful card to send to someone special - love the use of the cameo too. Yvonne xx

Redanne said...

Stunning card, beautiful cameo. x

Patricia Howarth said...

Sue, Another amazing card. Absolutely beautiful and the card is a gorgeous backdrop for the cameo, elegant and slightly mystical. I know what you mean about buying stuff and forgetting you have it, I have a craft room full of stuff bought at shows etc and filed away in my bottomless pit of a craft room, never to see light of day again, because I have forgotten what I was going to do with it ha ha. Lots of love, Patricia Howarth xx

Su said...

Absolutely gorgeous - wish I could find a beautiful cameo like that in my stash but I know I definitely haven't got any! Makes a superb focal point on a stunning card!

Su (Soop) x

Debra W said...

Another beautiful card Sue. I love the cameo, I have some similiar buttons in my stash that I now know what to do with lol! Debra W

Christine B. said...

A beautiful card. Your gorgeous cameo just finishes the bow off beautifuly. Hugs x ChrisB

Sarah said...

An Amazing card Sue.

Sarah x

HiggiSue said...

Great card Sue. love the cameo and must get crafting rather Rhankyou just thinking about it.

Rosemarie said...

Hi Sue, What an amazing card. The cameo is just beautiful. Lindsey said to tell you she thinks it is a great card. Sometimes if you just have a good look through your stash it is amazing what you find - where you get it from you never remember - but we just have to have these things.

Love Rosemarie xx

HiggiSue said...

Really great card. I need to start crafting and using my dies rather than just admiring. lol.

Barbara said...

Gorgeous card Sue, the cameo is very pretty and really stands out on the card.

Gay New Malden said...

Stunnig Sue

Love


Gay x

Marie said...

Beautiful! I love the cameo....no wonder you wanted to use it.

Hugs,
Marie F

hotpotato said...

The cards still get better and better, this card is GORGEOUS!

john said...

this card reminds me of the victorian era i love it loads
debbie xx

Rhonda Miller said...

Beautiful. I love the bow.

SUZYD said...

BEAUTIFUL CARD,LOVE THE CAMEO.SUZYD X

pinkcraft said...

Another very petty card Sue.

alimecca said...

Hi Sue
Another stunner. Love the colour combination and the cameo is gorgeous.
Keep them coming!

Maggie said...

Stunning card Sue, do not know where you get the ideas from
Maggie x

Sue, Birmingham said...

As soon as I saw this card, old Queen Victoria popped into my head!... it was quite weird and I don't know why! It is great when you find a little 'treasure' you'd forgotten about! Sue x

Emily H said...

Wow! This is lovely! I love tnr broach button!

Cinders said...

Hi Sue,
wow a stunning card, love the cameo.
Best wishes
Caz xxx

Teresa said...

Love this card Sue,colours are just right and sets the cameo off to a T. I know what you mean about finding things in your stash that you'd forgotten about - I'm always doing it LOL! Keep the ideas coming and thanks for the inspiration yet again. Love Teresa (Nottingham) xxx

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous!! Mabex

Dawn Louise said...

Love it so classy , fabulous as always x

Ria said...

Hi Sue
I love this card it is very elegant. The colours and dies all work together beautifully to make a stunning card.
Ria

magpie said...

Hi Sue! You never cease to amaze me with your "quick" cards! This is so beautiful & classy, even if it looks cream it's still easy to imagine it in the pale yellow. The cameo is lovely Sue, thank you Claire, will be looking on ebay for those! I know what you mean about finding things that you've forgotten you've got. Then before you know it you've brought that & everything else out that you'd forgotten about & it's ended up all over the place because you don't want to forget about it again! Phew! Love the bow! Beautiful, beautiful card xx Love Karen xx

Yorkie girl said...

Hi Sue
Another lovely card wish I had half of your talent and inspiration
Look forward to your return next week you have been missed
Take Care
Theresa x

mags said...

A gorgeous card Sue. Love the cameo and the lovely ribbon bow. Great dies used too.
Mags
x

Sue Parish said...

Absolutely beautiful, Sue. I love everything about it - but especially the bow and cameo,
Sue x

Linda (Lindyloo) said...

Hi Sue,
I can see the yellow when I zoom in and it is absolutely lovely with the black. A fabulous design and an outstanding layout.
Love the Cameo, that is one of the items that I tend to have in my stash and keep thinking I can't use it because it's too lovely.
Looking forward to your shows next week. I hope you have something really wonderful as I have been saving a little just incase.
Regards and hugs Linda xx

CathyinMN said...

Beautiful card as black and white! I'm sure it's beautiful in light yellow and black, as well.

franzesjoi said...

oooh my absolutely beautiful!!! sue, where can i buy your talent and inspiration.. (LOL) your creations are always stunning!!!!!

Jan.moogie said...

wow wow wow Sue stunning simply stunning x

Solange Barreto said...

Cada dia amo mais visitar seu blog, ficou um espetáculo seu cartão, belíssimo, precioso.
Um beijo, fique com DEUS.
Feliz semana.

EML Llanelli said...

Sue, have never seen these Cameo's before but they are beautiful,what a shame the true colour of the card did not appear as it should, but this does not in any way detract from the beauty of the card. I can only dream of aspring to making cards of your quality, but wil soldier on as I sm enjoying my grand calibur, dies and your daily postings.

Mena Ireland(Galway) said...

Hi Sue, what a stunning card the bow and cameo are fab,where do you get your great ideas.Thanks for sharing your fantastic inspiration,this is a beautiful elegant card.xx
Philomena(Mena)xx

Cassieajh said...

Sue this is one of your finest, I love the colour combinations, I will be raiding my stash to see what I can come up with to make something close to yours. Wonderful once again A x

Becky Dunham said...

This is breathtaking Sue! I love black and yellow together and even though this is kind of faded, it is still gorgeous! I wish you could remember where you got that cameo too, because I want some!

jo said...

love this card, try "the bead shop" they have a good selection of cameos love Jo xx

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous design Sue, I have some of these cameos, like you saw them and thought oh they are lovely, but have never found a use for them, well I can get them back out now lol tfs Helen O xxx

Unknown said...

Hi Sue
Your cards cetainly have the wow factor x