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January 07, 2016

Blue friend ...

Hi Everybody,

Todays card is elegant and perfect to let friends know that they are special.

The blue card is from Papermill Direct and makes a really pretty effect when covered with the embossed parchment I have used

The parchment has been embossed with the Butterfly Folder  and added to the blue card so that the foam tape sits beneath the added oval.

For the oval I have used the Spellbinders Victorian Bow  and I have cut this in antique silver card that I bought from the craft shows

The verse is from a set by JustRite Stampers  and it fits beautifully inside the frame that matches Labels 29

The ribbon is Organza  from Mei Flower and tied in a double bow with a pale blue pearly centre over the knot

The flowers are from Wild Orchid Crafts  and put together to compliment the card.  The centre of each flower has a tiny Glitter ball also from WOC

They have added sparkle from Glitter Magic  and into the display I have added blue Hat Pin that can be removed as a gift for the recipient of your card.

More tomorrow ...

Hugs xx

35 comments:

  1. Hi Christina, another stunner today I love how you have added the embossed parchment to the card, it really makes it look extra special and the flowers, bow and hatpin are really beautiful. Love the colour combination too. I have yet to get my crafting stash out after Christmas. Had a tidy up day with my husband yesterday and it took all day finding a place for it all so it is all now in one place. Is anyone as bad as me. Kind regards Anne Owens xx

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  2. That is just so pretty, you are so talented
    cheers, Kaye

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  3. Morning Christina, another of my favourite flowery type of cards love everything about it.
    Nancyd xx

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  4. Lovely card, very pretty.

    Michele

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  5. Just gorgeous! Definitely elegant Love it

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  6. So elegant! The touch of silver using the Victorian Bow die adds the perfect touch. I hadn't seen that die before but it's now on my "must have" list. The flowers are so pretty but I really like the embossed parchment paper layer. Beautiful!
    Sandra Smith

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  7. Hi Christina, stunning detailed card, love the colour you have used, beautiful!
    Regards Liz.

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  8. Gorgeous card , just beautiful i love everything about it .
    Elaine H X

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  9. Just love the soft blue tones of your card Christina...gorgeous card

    Anne

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  10. stunning card Christina, absolutely beautiful. love the embossed parchment.xx

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  11. Good Morning Christina :) Another, in a series of ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL cards this week! Thank you for adding wonderful beauty to my day. Enjoy glorious day! Big Hugs.

    Hi Anne, All of my Christmas decorations were taken down and are now lying around in my crafting area... that's not good :) Hope to get it put away soon, so I can make something. :)

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  12. Morning Christina,
    A lovely card, do like the embossed parchment.
    Lydia
    X

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  13. Morning, Christina,
    Wow...elegant is a little bit of an understatement for today's card. It's incredible. I now want to rush out and see if I can get some parchment paper so that I can try embossing. The effect is fabulous! I'm thinking of trying a variety box of card from Papermill Direct. It's a great price and a great way to try some of their wonderful colours. The biggest problem is that they have so many choices it's an almost impossible task lol.
    Bejay x

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  14. Gorgeous and elegant!
    The embossed parchment is is great!

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  15. Lovely card - the parchment addition makes it look even more special xx

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  16. Hello Christina,
    love the card - blue is my favourite colour. Thank you for all your sharing with us .
    Sue Mac

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  17. Hi christina,I just love everything about this card.thanks for such a brilliant idea.

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  18. OH my, this card is beautiful...first it's my favorite color and second you placed all of the embellishment in the right place....tfs
    well done Christina....just beautiful

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  19. A most beautiful card Christina, I love the embossed parchment paper over the coloured card, so pretty. It is one amazing card for today....luv Ursula xx

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  20. Oh my how beautiful, lovely colours. Has been a while since I have embossed parchment.

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  21. Very nice Christina. It is so elegant!

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  22. Christina this is a gorgeous card. The embossed parchment, ribbon, flowers snd hatpin are just so lovely. X

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  23. Elegant and perfect, just as the description says. Thank you Christina.

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  24. Beautiful card Christina. Love the embossing on parchment. Must try this again.

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  25. Such a beautiful card..perfect for January with its icy blue. Absolutely gorgeous and my favorite thing is your hat pin.

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  26. So very, very pretty. Love the color.

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  27. Christina,
    Just gorgeous. I mimic the other comments. Yes, Anne Owens, I am going to really think out my organization for my "crafting" bedroom. My hubby is good at helping when I need help.
    I do have a baby card to make for daughter by Saturday otherwise all on hold till this room becomes tidy. :)
    ~blessings, Louise

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  28. Absolutely gorgeous Christina. Just lovely x

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  29. Hi Christina,
    Beautiful card.
    Di B. x

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  30. Hi Christina,I agree with the other ladies...this is just one very beautiful card! The embossed parchment, the colours you've chosen, flowers, hat pin and double bow...WOW!! Janelle x

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  31. absolutely stunning and in my fav colour too! thanks for sharing,
    hugs,
    karen xx

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  32. A beautiful card. I love the embossing on parchment and I particularly love the stamp.

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