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Monday, 31 August 2009

A Red Top Hat...



Hi all... I had a fab weekend!! Loved going to the craft shop in Elgin, the girls there are just so friendly!! This is one of the nellies I purchased! I love Leanne Ellis designs, so I am surprised it has taken me quite so long to buy them for myself!!

Whilst at the shop I got to look at some of Tiets and Judy's cards they are even more amazing in real life! Incredibly talented ladies!! also got a few hints hand tips.

I have gone for the monochrome look as I finally got some Memento ink, so I have been able to have a proper play with my copic's. I don't have many only 3 shades of grey and 2 skin tone so I am fairly limited..however its a start! I have gone over the top hat with Anita's glaze and have sprinkled some red glitter in it.

I plan on entering this card for a couple of challenges:

http://thepinkelephantchallenge.blogspot.com/ Recipe, 1 ribbon, 2 squares, something that sparkles. (the red hat sparkles - however you cant see it very well, every time I tried to take a close up photo the camera said that my battery was low.. very strange..but if you click on the photo you should be able to see it!)

http://stamptacularsundaychallenge.blogspot.com/ Use Scallops

http://creativeinspirationschallenge.blogspot.com/ use stitching (real or faux... I've used faux stitching)

http://www.iftheshoefitsscrapit.blogspot.com/ Polka dots
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52 comments:

  1. Cheryl31 August 2009 at 12:42

    This is awesome Juls! Love the black/white with a touch of red....it really makes it all pop!

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  2. Anonymous31 August 2009 at 12:48

    This is a super card, I love the effect with the monochrome and the Hat..
    I can't make my mind up about these stamp's,
    I am more into the cute one's.. but you never know my taste may change..

    Fab card
    x
    Vicky

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  3. Jeni C Slack (^0^)31 August 2009 at 13:49

    What a cool Monochrome card, Juls! I think the red just pops right off the page :) xox ~Jeni

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  4. Janis Lewis31 August 2009 at 13:52

    This shading and red sparkling hat (the enlarged pic is even more sparkly) are just stunning! You did such a great job on the shading!

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  5. Emma31 August 2009 at 13:56

    This is beautiful Juls - so classy :D

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  6. craftyb31 August 2009 at 14:05

    Welcome back Juls...very classy look! bx

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  7. Anna31 August 2009 at 14:09

    Fun card! Love the spash of red!

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  8. Cindy Haffner31 August 2009 at 14:17

    Oh my so striking, love the dots.

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  9. brenda31 August 2009 at 14:24

    Hi Jules

    Super, has a real retro feel to it.

    Glad you had a nice weekend and most importantly managed a craft shop.

    B x

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  10. Anonymous31 August 2009 at 15:11

    gorgeous monochrome card, i always struggle to do these..just want to add loads of colour. ive just got my first set of copics too, but like you NEED more colours!
    love emma x

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  11. Unknown31 August 2009 at 15:12

    What a pretty card! I love the black and white with just a teeny POP of red! Fabulous! Thanks for playing along at teh Shoe!!!
    ~tracey

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  12. Bee31 August 2009 at 15:45

    Really stylish card, love the scalloped shaped card and stitch effect - great overall impact :)
    Crafts By Bee

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  13. Cheryl31 August 2009 at 16:00

    Love it,it is so striking.....you always do a fantastic job with this colour combo!!!
    Hugs xx

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  14. Jacilynn31 August 2009 at 16:25

    I love the monochromatic look! super cute card Juls.
    x

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  15. PinksyDoodles31 August 2009 at 16:56

    This is fabulous Juls, the red really pops! I love all the stitching too.
    Glad you had a good weekend and enjoyed your visit to the Elgin craft shop.
    Clare x

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  16. Unknown31 August 2009 at 18:26

    Hi thanks for your comments earlier love the card it really stands out with just that little bit of red Christine x

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  17. Heather31 August 2009 at 18:37

    You can't beat black, white and red together for impact and that fabulous coloured Leanne Ellis image just gives it that final WOW factor. Fabulous card.
    hugs Heather xx

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  18. Annie31 August 2009 at 19:03

    Wow stunning - I love the stamp - love the layout and the colour combination is so classy. Just wow.

    Ann xxx

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  19. June Nelson31 August 2009 at 19:46

    This is mint!!!! I love it, and thanks for visiting my blog too xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  20. Jules31 August 2009 at 20:28

    Hi Juls

    Great card.

    Always love black and white but the red top hat sets everything off beautifully.

    Lovely faux stitching too.

    Glad you enjoyed your long weekend.

    Love Jules xx

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  21. Andrea,31 August 2009 at 20:35

    Wonderful card, I love the image and the colour combo makes it look even more striking

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  22. Emma31 August 2009 at 20:37

    Stunning card Juls...really gorgeous.
    Emma x

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  23. Christa31 August 2009 at 20:56

    Hi juls,
    Nice blog you have , beautiful cards.

    Greetz Christa

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  24. Anonymous31 August 2009 at 21:13

    Beautiful card, i love the colour combo, so stunning! Fab image too!
    Hugs
    Erin x

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  25. Kat31 August 2009 at 21:13

    Hi Juls another fabby card. I agree Papercrafts at Elgin is fantastic. You almost need a bank loan to get back out again. I can't believe that you were at my local shop too on Saturday. So was I! My friend met me at my work and we went straight up there. We got there just before 1pm and left about 2pm. Coffee and cake was yummy wasn't it. Jeannie and Jane who work in the shop are very knowledgeable. Jane does wonderful Pergammanno and Jeannie is expert at cards and scrapbooking. I think most of the samples were hers - I know her work. Elaine the shop owner used to go to her classes at a previous shop in Peterhead. Glad you liked the shop. Lots more stock to come including gorgeous MME Christmas papers which I need to get my name on.

    Kat xx

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  26. Beth aka BR-T31 August 2009 at 23:18

    I love these images too! Your card is fantastic! Beth

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  27. Unknown1 September 2009 at 00:12

    Beautiful! I've not seen these images before...

    So glad you had a nice weekend getaway!

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  28. Nikki Schmaltz1 September 2009 at 02:37

    This card is so cool! Love it! Thanks for playing along at SSC this week!

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  29. mueppi1 September 2009 at 07:16

    Stunning card Juls!!!
    Hugs Gisela

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  30. LOUISE1 September 2009 at 07:16

    Awesome card Juls, love the monochrome with a hint of colour, and the stitching is a great touch. Thanks for joining us on Creative Inspirations Challenge. LOuise x

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  31. Liz's creative corner1 September 2009 at 09:30

    Just to say thank you for your lovely comment on my blog,they do make you feel good don't they? I love your card,Glad you enjoyed your weekend, lucky you going to such a nice craft shop lol x

    Hugs Liz x

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  32. Liza1 September 2009 at 10:56

    Great card, I adore her red top hat. Thanks for joining us at SSC.

    Liza x

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  33. Tracy1 September 2009 at 12:30

    Beautiful card,gorgeous image and colours.
    Thanks for taking part over at creative inspirations.
    Hugs
    Tracy
    xxx

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  34. debby40001 September 2009 at 12:44

    Oh this is stunning, fab image and brilliant colour combo.
    luv
    Debby

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  35. Vixykins1 September 2009 at 13:41

    Absolutely gorgeous! Dont worry about the copics, I only have 21 to my name but you'd never guess as they can be blended with greys and touch the nibs together for other shades and colours so even if you only have a handful they can go a long way :)

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  36. Riet1 September 2009 at 15:33

    What a beautiful card Juls,i love the image and colours.
    So gorgeous papers.

    Hugs Riet.x

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  37. Leah l'Orange1 September 2009 at 21:37

    absolutely beautiful stuff here, Miss Juls... you weren't kidding about the red, black and white combo! i see so much of it here!

    thanks for the sweet comment on my blog - i shall be keeping an eye on yours for inspiration! :D

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  38. maxine1 September 2009 at 21:47

    A fantastic card thanks for joining us this week and good luck.

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  39. cabio's craft corner2 September 2009 at 01:02

    Wow, Jul, I've never seen this image before, she is neat. Love your coloring and all the doodle. You have so much patients!
    Hugs,
    Cabio

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  40. Anne2 September 2009 at 12:12

    What a cool card! The black and white suits the image really well, and the red adds just the right amount of extra interest!

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  41. Kim Dellow2 September 2009 at 15:18

    Wow! Stunning card! Kim

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  42. Anonymous2 September 2009 at 19:26

    Cute card ;0)
    Thanks for joining us at SSC this week.

    Janneke X

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  43. Anonymous2 September 2009 at 21:22

    Lovely card the back and red theme work perfectly thank you for taking part at ssc

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  44. dolcreations3 September 2009 at 01:07

    I usually shy away from black and white but after seeing this gorgeous card..well no more!
    This is stunning. What a fabulous card!
    Christine

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  45. raindropecho3 September 2009 at 15:17

    I love black/white/touch of color cards and this is soooo great. I wish I could stay at your blog for hours, but alas, life gets in the way. This is gorgeous!

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  46. SannaS3 September 2009 at 15:52

    Such a gorgeous card! Love the powerful color combo! And the red top hat!! =)
    Thanks for stopping by and for your kind words!
    Hugs, SannaS

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  47. Paula3 September 2009 at 23:20

    Truly a piece of art, love this color combo and how you incorporated the scallops! Thanks for joining us this week at the Stamptacular Sunday Challenge!

    Pleasantly,
    Paula

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  48. Unknown4 September 2009 at 01:51

    Beautiful card, and love the addition of the red top hat.

    Thanks for joining us this week at SSC.

    Joanne x

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  49. cheryl4 September 2009 at 12:11

    brilliant card and love the image and papers thanks for joining us this week over at creative inspirations love cheryl xxxx

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  50. 3treescreations@gmail.com4 September 2009 at 13:14

    I think that is one of my favorite cards of all time (by you or anyone else). I love your colors. It is almost goth-like. All your details are GORGEOUS! I hope you give yourself a big pat on the back for this lil beauty :D

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  51. Sprytebyrd5 September 2009 at 05:58

    This is beautiful!
    Thanks so much for joining us at Stamptacular this week! Hope to see you again soon!
    Dee

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  52. Sheri Gilson7 September 2009 at 01:10

    Very fun card!! Love the black & White with just a bit of red. Thanks for playing along with us at TPE!!

    Sheri
    http://thepinkelephantchallenge.blogspot.com/

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