Friday, 29 September 2017

Missing Pearl...

Happy Friday,

I will be at Crafting Live at Stoneleigh Tomorrow and Sunday, following that we will be off to the airport for a short holiday ( yes I have l;isyetedn to all my blog family who have told me to take a break!)  That said it means that the Blog posts for the next 2 weeks will be shorter with more pictures and less description.  As many of you may realise I dont schedule my posts weeks in advance and post each one the night before.  That means that Whilst I am away I need to schedule a lot of posts!

Todays card is again quite simple I have titled it as Missing Pearl ads I am sure we have all had the occasion that when we photograph a card or give it to someone awe see one item missing.  Can you spot the missing pearl on this one? lol

I took a piece of white glitter card and cut the Amy Design poinsettia trio into each corner.  This gave 3 2 sets of 3 different sizes of poinsettia and a perfectly spaced aperture of the flowers.  By carefully placing the dies, they come as a set of three fused so this bit is easy, at opposing corners I was able to frame the piece.

Next I placed a lilac card behind this and then shaped and offset the cut poinsettias over the top giving a quick 2 layer flower.

I stamped the sentiment from my winter trees clear stamp set ( luckily I used my press to impress as it took inking the stamp three times to get the lilac ink to show up on the glitter card!) and added a frame made with the oval stitch dot dies from press cut.  I also added pearl strips around this and a little foliage to tie the centrepiece to the corners.

Finally I added a host of Pearlage around the frame and added a few layers of white and lilac to finish.


Enjoy...
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51 comments:

  1. Mrs J29 September 2017 at 06:50

    Really like this card John Pleased to see you have listened and are having a holiday Have a good one. Have spotted missing pearl but only because you said to look for it!

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  2. June Smith29 September 2017 at 06:58

    Morning John, lovely card today, quick and easy especially with the stamp to impress tool. I didn't realise that you have to set your blog every night, and you are having a holiday which is good, you both need it so enjoy yourselves, will still be commenting on the blog, well you know me.

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

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  3. nancyd29 September 2017 at 06:59

    Morning John, a gorgeous card and I too only spotted the missing pearl after I enlarged photo to look for it. Have a great holiday you deserve it.
    Nancyd xx

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  4. Jan on the Fosse29 September 2017 at 07:12

    Morning John
    Lovely card,yes I too spotted the missing pearl.Enjoy your holiday.
    Jan

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  5. Anonymous29 September 2017 at 07:33

    Lovely card John. Pleased to here you are taking a well deserved holiday.Enjoy! Joycex

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  6. BridgetCG29 September 2017 at 07:38

    Hello John, oh my word, this card is absolutely gorgeous, love the colours and the pearls. Enjoy your holiday you deserve it. Have a great day everyone. Bx

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  7. Unknown29 September 2017 at 07:50

    Morning john
    A gorgeous card love the colour and those pearls
    Catherine xx

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  8. Marion Scott29 September 2017 at 07:51

    Good morning John, fabulous card - yes I spotted the missing pearl but had you not mentioned it I don't think I would have done.
    Have a great holiday and birthday - I too will be away on holiday and will be celebrating my 70th birthday on the 5th - I believe yours is a couple of days later.
    Marion S x

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  9. kittyedavies47@gmail.com29 September 2017 at 08:00

    Hi John.
    Thank you a beautiful card.
    Have a great holiday.
    Take care and have fun Kitty.

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  10. Maria - Ivyleaf Crafts29 September 2017 at 08:07

    A Lovely card John. I've seen the missing pearl but only because you said aboutit. Have a great holiday xx

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  11. foxyg29 September 2017 at 08:39

    Beautiful card John. Have a great holiday. Xx

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  12. Val Jones29 September 2017 at 08:50

    Love this card John. Found the missing pearl space but wouldn't have done if you hadn't mentioned it.
    Have a fantastic well deserved holiday.
    Love Valxxx

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  13. Wendy L29 September 2017 at 08:55

    Gorgeous xxxxx

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  14. NannaShaz29 September 2017 at 08:56

    Morning John
    Stunning card today really pretty and found the missing pearl lol
    Have a good day and a lovely holiday too
    Love
    Sharon
    xxx

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  15. ahappycrafter5029 September 2017 at 08:59

    That is a really pretty card. Hope you have a good time at Stoneleigh. Pleased to hear you're having a break.
    Jan
    Northampton

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  16. Barbara Gosden29 September 2017 at 09:38

    Hi John
    A gorgeous card, love the colours.
    What a great wheeze, spot the missing pearl certainly has us all paying attention to the whole card. I only spotted it because I was looking for it - remember, only God is perfect!
    Have a great holiday.
    B xx

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  17. Anne29 September 2017 at 09:46

    Beautiful card, John. Good tip for stamping on glitter card.
    You certainly deserve the holiday - enjoy.

    Anne (Northampton)

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  18. granny sue29 September 2017 at 09:51

    Any card which has pearls on it gets a tick from me. Gorgeous card. See you Sunday. SueL x

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  19. karenlotty29 September 2017 at 09:51

    Beautiful card and yes I spotted the missing pearl only after you pointed out that there was a missing pearl
    I have, many a time, spotted a missing item when I see a photograph I keep promising myself that I photograph a card layout before I stick anything down Never do though!
    Enjoy your break away xx

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  20. Yorks butterfly29 September 2017 at 09:52

    Great Card John, love the pearlage, and the poinsettia are beautiful.
    Have a great holiday.
    Wendyx

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  21. lydia jordan29 September 2017 at 09:57

    Morning John,
    Gorgeous card, just my style. Have a wonderful holiday.
    Lydia
    X

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  22. Netty The Runner29 September 2017 at 10:20

    Beautiful, very pretty card John.
    Annette x

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  23. stitchingranny29 September 2017 at 10:41

    Love it when you post a "John Card", and this one is so pretty. Mainly white with just a hint of colour - oooooooooooooohhhhhhhhh yes definitely me.
    Have a lovely holiday, sounds like you may be going somewhere nice and warm, so have lots of fun

    Hugs n stuff Helen xx

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  24. Unknown29 September 2017 at 11:20

    Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow. The card is just so gorgeous. Glad to hear you have listened and taking a break

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  25. hettygarlick29 September 2017 at 12:00

    That's lovely! I usually notice a missing pearl or element of some kind after I've photographed the card!! xx

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  26. Barbara D29 September 2017 at 12:19

    Hi John, Absolutely beautiful,missing pearl or not anyone would be delighted to receive a card like this,just gorgeous.Stay healthy and happy Lots of Love Barbara D xxx

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  27. Jackie T29 September 2017 at 12:28

    Hi John this is a stunning card I love it. Enjoy the weekend and have a wonderful holiday. I wonder where you are going? I hope it is nice and hot. Take care. Hugs Jackie

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  28. Rose in Chester29 September 2017 at 12:59

    Hi John,
    loving this card, can't even see the "missing pearl".........
    Hugs, Rose

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  29. deniseann29 September 2017 at 13:03

    Hi John, My style this card, much as I try to stamp I still come back to the dies. See you tomorrow at Stoneleigh.

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  30. Lynne L29 September 2017 at 13:04

    Hi John beautiful card I love the pearls and the flowers all so very pretty Hope you have a really good break

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  31. Quinty girl29 September 2017 at 13:16

    This card is lovely, you could change the theme and use it for any occasion. Christine

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  32. Myra29 September 2017 at 13:30

    Hello John,
    Missing Pearl or not - this is my favourite card of this week! Although I did really like another couple as well!! Lol!
    You do deserve a holiday and I hope you have a safe journey and a lovely time!
    May I just say you look very young for 70 !!! Lol!
    Love and thanks Myra xx

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  33. Unknown29 September 2017 at 13:47

    Love this card John! I can't find the die though!!! Does it have a full title?

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  34. Lisbeth29 September 2017 at 14:01

    Hi John. What a really good idea for making a poinsettia, I may have to borrow this one. Hope you have a wonderful holiday and that you are going somewhere a little less rainy and windy,

    Lisbeth

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  35. SuzzieQ29 September 2017 at 14:05

    Lovely card and "she" has personality!

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  36. Anonymous29 September 2017 at 14:45

    Irrespective of the missing pearl it is still a beautiful card John. Have a great weekend at the show then forget everything and enjoy your holiday. Love from Jackie xx

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  37. Maureen Killen29 September 2017 at 15:45

    Hello John,
    Love this card, it's so elegant and beautiful - even with the missing pearl. That could be your signature style on future cards lol.
    Have a great time at the show and, after a safe journey, have an enjoyable and relaxing holiday.
    Maureen xx

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  38. Dawn Holben29 September 2017 at 15:58

    John this is gorgeous, we all must have had one of those cards where we notice later that we have missed something lol.
    Have a fab holiday, you definately deserve a break, any room in that suitcase for me lol

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  39. Jenny L29 September 2017 at 16:34

    Hi John,
    beautiful and stunning card yet again.
    I love your design and the super colours.
    So glad you decided to take a break and have a holiday you sure have burnt the candle from both ends for a few years now.
    Enjoy your rest.
    Lots of crafty regards. Jenny L.

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  40. Anonymous29 September 2017 at 18:22

    A beautiful card John. Thank you for sharing it. It is stunning. Enjoy your well deserved holiday and celebrate your special day in style! Take care! Crafter by the Sea xx

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  41. Poppyfield Card Crafts29 September 2017 at 18:44

    Hi John

    This is a stunning creation! Love the colours

    I hope you have a well deserved holiday.... enjoy!

    June x

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  42. Patricia29 September 2017 at 20:53

    Good evening John,
    Great card it's beautiful even with the missing Pearl.
    Have a good weekend and a fantastic holiday ... well deserved for sure.
    Patricia xxx

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  43. sued9929 September 2017 at 21:22

    Love this gorgeous card.

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  44. cuilliesocks29 September 2017 at 21:46

    Just gorgeous John, have a brilliant holiday, Kate x

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  45. Betty McAlister30 September 2017 at 00:29

    Beautiful card John despite the missing pearl which we only noticed cos you told us!! Have a great holiday and birthday. I'm off to the Sun next week too. x

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  46. Littlelamb30 September 2017 at 01:38

    A beautiful card John. Love the purple. Thank you for sharing this. Hope the weekend goes well and have a lovely holiday and birthday. Take carexxx

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  47. MRS DUCK30 September 2017 at 08:55

    Eh up John
    I never spot a missing one until I have photographed either. I think it's called the law of sod.
    Elegant✔ lilac✔ flowers✔.
    All good for me.
    Ang x

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  48. Linda4930 September 2017 at 10:34

    Beautiful card John. Have a great holiday.

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  49. Marie P. from Longridge30 September 2017 at 11:01

    I really like this card John and I must say that I didn't find the missing pearl even when I looked for it!
    I hope you enjoy your holiday and come back rested.
    Also hope that you have a great Birthday.

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  50. Unknown2 October 2017 at 12:25

    Morning John
    Hope you are in the sun!Spain?
    Get in the pool every day-that will get rid of the glitter in your hair. Please don't go house hunting, you are NEEDED here, particularly in the craft hungry south
    Oh yes! Love the card!!!!
    Jenny/Doris

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  51. Angie - PENNY FLOWERS3 October 2017 at 03:34

    Oh you're very cheeky John. I see where it was and where it is now. On the odd occasion I have looked back at a card I have made and noticed something I wasn't happy with.. I've wanted to put my hand into the computer screen and fix it! A missing pearl is so annoying.. I've even thought to put a couple of spare pearls in with the card and a note to the recipient saying "just in case"
    It's so good to see you doing some of your 'SW Style' cards. Your stamping is super but I'm not a stamper so I like this type of card. Now I have decided to make a "JND Style" folder for your cards... because you certainly have developed a Style that is just YOU. Great Work!!!

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