The Allsorts Challenge has the optional theme this week of 'Embellish It'.
I used a MFT 'Cross-Stitch Flower Frame' die with black card and used white crochet cotton for the stitching. I layered it on Memory Box 'Stitched Circle Layers' die cuts. The background was embossed with a Spellbinders 'Dainty Dots' embossing folders. I used clear flower gems to embellish the card and added a sentiment.
There are lots of wonderful prizes from our sponsors this month - WOWVOW, Oakwood Direct and Craft Stash.
The DT have made some wonderful cards for inspiration HERE.
As I had all my stash out, I made a second card, reversing the colours.
I am joining in the following challenges with the first card:
Now for some exciting news. Next Saturday the Allsorts Challenge will be celebrating its 14th Birthday and as you would expect, it will be special week with lots of fabulous prizes to be won. So put the date in your diary and join in the fun!
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Striking stylish card, love the texture!
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A lovely monochromatic design featuring your beautiful cross stitching.
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Both versions are absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteA lovely black and white card. Very stylish and a bit CAS!
ReplyDeleteLia xx
Wow that stitching really pops on these cards Liz. Thank you so much for entering our birthday blog hop at CRAFT Challenge remember to add this card to each DT blog to be in with a chance of winning more prizes.
ReplyDeleteHugs Sheryl CRAFT DT xx
Wow, such fabulous monochromatic design! Love both the versions and especially the white. I have those flowers gems, I find them so pretty!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful monochomatic card Liz, I aways think black and white stand out wit hcards.
ReplyDeleteSue xx
This is a wonderful mono make. I've not seen a cross stitch die before but it is very effective.
ReplyDeleteLove that stitching and the bold black and white. It looks good both ways xx
ReplyDeleteI'm loving the two monochromatic looks on these prettily cross stitched cards using this delightful flower shape Liz, and the embossed dainty dots go beautifully in the background and finished beautifully with the flower shaped gems. x
ReplyDeleteGreat to see the positive/negative both... such a great design! One that just doesn't need any colour... Enjoy the weekend
ReplyDeleteWhat an outstanding monochrome card Liz, absolutely beautiful!! xx
ReplyDeleteI only just realised you had done cross stitch on your card Liz, so effective in the mono colours.
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Very pretty card with those stunning colours, what a great design x
ReplyDeleteSuch a striking design- looks fabulous in both versions! Lovely texture from the beautiful cross stitching and embossing.
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I really like how you reversed the black and white and both made such beautiful cards! Loving that wonderful cross stitch!
ReplyDeleteLynn
I always admire your very neat stitching Liz, this is gorgeous, love the B&W.
ReplyDeleteI just love the homespun look of stitching on cards, and these two are fabulous! The reverse design is a great idea for making two pretty cards.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Allsorts!! Love the b&w!! Cool!
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Karen C
These two card are just fabulous Liz hugs x
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for celebrating and sharing your wonderful creation with us over at CRAFT Challenge this week!
ReplyDeleteLoving the black and white theme of your card - so elegant. Apologies for the late comment. Thanks for joining us at Addicted to Stamps and More!
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The black and white is very striking Liz. Shabneez x
ReplyDeleteOh I love this, Liz! What a great stitching die--don't remember seeing that one.
ReplyDeleteTwo terrific black and white cards! Love the stitching and the addition of the little flowers.
ReplyDeleteGreat stitching and I like black and white together.
ReplyDeleteValerija xx