Tuesday, 3 July 2012

Less is More with Everything Eleanor

I found the Less is More challenge quite tricky this week, as we are instructed to take inspiration from their blog header.  It is a lovely blog header, but I just wasn't sure what to do with it!  In the end I decided to go with Everything Eleanor and use the colours, the flourish, the flowers and the gems from the header.

Here is what I did:


I stamped the flourish to begin with and then stamped the frame on another bit of Crumb Cake, before drawing around it and cutting out a slighter bigger frame in gold for an extra layer.  The sentiment is from Faith in Nature, while the small flowers are from the ever so useful Itty Bitty Shapes punch set.  The butterflies are, of course, those of Embosslits fame.  A few rhinestones and three score lines at the top finished off the card.

Supplies
Stamp: Everything Eleanor, Faith in Nature (sentiment)
Ink: Basic Black
Card: Basic Black, Crumb Cake, gold card (non SU - using up some scraps from last Christmas!)
Other: Embosslits Beautiful Wings, Itty Bitty Shapes Punches, rhinestones, Simply Scored board


As always, if these or any other SU goodies have caught your eye, please do not hesitate to drop me an email or give me a ring on 07977 141605.  I will be delighted to assist you with your crafty makes and to place an SU order for you.  Remember that all orders of £45 or more qualify for free organdie ribbon and Everyday Enchantment brads!  Click here for details.

Another day, another cat picture:


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23 comments:

  1. Jacqueline3 July 2012 at 18:23

    This is lovely Victoria - especially the gold - Jacqueline xx

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  2. Bonnie3 July 2012 at 19:00

    I'd say you got it, Victoria! I love the black butterflies and that pretty gold around the label. I still haven't figured out what I'm going to do.

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  3. Zippy3 July 2012 at 19:12

    Fab card, love the design for the sentiment xxx

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  4. Suze Bain3 July 2012 at 19:19

    Oh very elegant Victoria and I love the blingy butterflies! xx

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  5. Anne-Marie3 July 2012 at 20:03

    Oooooo....who's a classy crafter, then? Gorgeous.....totally gorgeous....love the black and gold.
    Thank you so much for your supporting prayers for Immy, too.

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  6. Jenny3 July 2012 at 20:23

    You've caught the glimmer of gold brilliantly on the photo, I love how you've simplified the design and the butterflies are a great addition too :0)
    Just look at that puddy tats face!!! Aww
    Jenny x

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  7. Mandi3 July 2012 at 20:25

    Simply superb Victoria
    I love Everything Eleanor, but, only just ordered it this month
    Thanks very much
    mandi
    "Less is More"

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  8. Vicky Hayes3 July 2012 at 20:42

    I love the flourish behind your label Victoria and the sparkle of the flowers and butterflies. The picture definitely captures the contrariness of cats! Vicky x

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  9. Sarn3 July 2012 at 21:45

    Love your take on this challenge hon. Very stylish xxx

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  10. Unknown3 July 2012 at 21:47

    Great take on the challenge Victoria - love the clean lines. Keep wondering if I can live without Everything Eleanor.......hmmmmm guess not!

    Karen x

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  11. Wishcraft3 July 2012 at 22:12

    Super stylish card Victoria, really gorgeous :o) Hugs, Lisa x

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  12. Hettie3 July 2012 at 22:28

    Gorgeous card there Victoria. That stamp set is already on my Wish List. I can see you and Sandra are going to cost me a fortune. Just been working out how much those penguins will cost me in punches - too much! LOL!
    If you pop over to mine there is some bread and butter pudding but you have to be quick!

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  13. Karen M3 July 2012 at 22:39

    Beautiful card - such a pretty design, hugs x x

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  14. theboelemas@aol.com3 July 2012 at 22:50

    Gorgeous card - really elegant x

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  15. Unknown3 July 2012 at 23:57

    Another great card love the stamp..x

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  16. Marijke4 July 2012 at 06:29

    just beautiful

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  17. Irene4 July 2012 at 08:21

    A very stylish and elegant card Victoria, I love the butterflies and sparkly gems. Everything Eleanor is one of my favourite sets (as are all of my SU stamps)
    luv
    irene
    xxxx

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  18. Anonymous4 July 2012 at 10:29

    Fabulous card Victoria such a beautiful take on the theme very sophisticated and elegant. Love the cat today and how true too!

    Marie

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  19. ShazInOzCardsCalligraphy4 July 2012 at 10:53

    ah such a very cute card Victoria, thanks so much for sharing, Shaz in oz.x

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  20. Sarah's Little Snippets4 July 2012 at 15:55

    A beautiful card Victoria, the flourishes are gorgeous and the black butterflies with bling. Perfect! Sarah x

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  21. Loli 4 July 2012 at 23:19

    Hola Victoria, thank you for your kind comment:D, i'm glad to see you.
    My weddings crads is a proyect for my niece, next year finish the university and she would like to wedding in two years and i made differents proyects for they and for a little company of events:D, i hope to see your Magic box!!!!.
    Fantastic and elegant card Victoria, i love your frame stamp, black and gold is always a perfect combo, gorgeous job!
    A hug from Palma

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  22. Unknown5 July 2012 at 21:24

    What a lovely thank you card I love that die you have used Hugs Elaine

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  23. Clare6 July 2012 at 22:54

    Wow your cutting skills are amazing girl!!! my frame would be all over the place lol!!!. Such a pretty card and very elegant. Hugs Clare xxx

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