Feeling Spicy

I so enjoyed myself making this yesterday, I just had to show you:
I am so in love with this Spice Cake dsp from Stampin Up! I just want to do it justice.  I can remember our American sisters making cards with it last autumn and being blown away by it, so as soon as it appeared in the Spring Mini here in the UK I couldn't wait to order it.
I saw this fabulous card made by Julie Marshall here and fell in love with it.  So here's my version.  I love the way these colours go so well together.  I've used a Pool Party base, then Soft Suede, then white, with the sentiment stamped at the bottom, also in Soft Suede  I've had my first ever go at paper piercing all around the edge, but it doesn't show up very well in the picture.  I really enjoyed doing it though.  There are a few techniques like this that I've never tried (like the rock-n-roll technique) that I must have a go at soon.
No sooner is the Spring Mini catalogue out of the door when the Summer Mini comes in and there are a few things in there I am dying to get my hands on!
Thanks for dropping in today, I'm off to place an order for some cardstock. 
Back soon
Jane xx

Comments

  1. Stamps and Paper30 April 2012 at 20:10

    Lovely card Jane and live your colour pallet....

    Anne

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  2. Donna Mosley30 April 2012 at 20:23

    A gorgeous card Jane, love the papers, design and pretty flowers.

    Donna x

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  3. Julie Marshall2 May 2012 at 05:30

    First time paper piercing, huh? Well, if you're like me, you'll be doing plenty more of it...lol It's one of my favorite accents.

    Love your version of the card. Those flowers are adorable! So honored that you CASE'd me and thanks so much for the shout out.

    I too love these papers. They are some of my faves! TFS.

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  4. Michelle2 May 2012 at 18:46

    I love the card Jane. Those papers are great, I really like them. The flowers on the card are so pretty, what die did you use? x x

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  5. Vicky Hayes2 May 2012 at 19:36

    These papers are stunning aren't they and I love your layout. I like the way the two large flowers overlap the crossed banners and the additional little flower by the sentiment. Vicky x

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  6. Ann Schach3 May 2012 at 19:37

    Absolutely beautiful, Jane! I miss Spice Cake! It was one of my favorite DSP's!!!

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  7. Nannieflash4 May 2012 at 15:00

    Oh wow Jane, you really are creating some stunning and beautiful cards, I love this one and its simple design. hugs Shirleyxxx

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  8. Margaret4 May 2012 at 20:29

    Another gorgeous card, Jane. The dp's are lovely and look so good together

    Margaret xx

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