Its time for our first challenge of 2013 at Addicted to CAS and our code word for the next fortnight has been chosen by the very lovely and talented Karen
Here is my little number
I used this lovely Delicate Doilies stamp from Inspired by Stamping which I embossed using white SU embossing powder. Joanna from Inspired by Stamping also offers the digital die cut for this set of stamps so I was able to cut the doilie shape with my Cameo and pop up the base with some foam which was then placed inside the doilie cut out.
The bottom of the card was dry embossed with this lovely little Sizzix embossing folder, a couple of red pearls, actually they started off as white but I coloured them with a red Copics marker, and there you have it !
We have an awesome sponsor again for this challenge. Please let me introduce you to
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Uniko Studio is a small company based in the North East of the UK. Uniko Studio specialises in surface pattern design & clear stamps for the hobby market.
Uniko Studio will feature high quality photopolymer stamps designed & manufactured here in the UK, and if things go well we will branch out into other crafting supplies.
Beverley has been kind enough to offer a fabulous prize –
This gorgeous digital collection is up for grabs AS WELL as your choice of 3 x digital paper collections!!!
To be in the running to win this wonderful prize, please do not forget to check our challenge rules HERE.
Please use the Code Word provided for your inspiration and remember to keep your project Clean and Simple. Now, how are you going to use embossing on your project? Will it be dry or heat or both? We can’t wait to see what you come up with.
Why not pop over Addicted to CAS to see what the rest of the DT have come up with to inspire you and hopefully you will join in as we really look forward to seeing your wonderful creations.
In the words of that famous rabbit ” thats all folks “
Take care
Marie
baileyrosy 
Gorgeous card Marie – love that you’ve used both dry and heat embossing, and those red pearls really pop.
Hugs.
Karen x
Beautiful card, Maria, love the dark background! Hugs, Valerie
This is absolutely beautiful! Really love it,
Lucy x
Absolutely stunning, Marie! Sort of made me breathless, actually. xoDonna
Happy New Year Mrs P, hope you’re feeling fit as a fiddle again! Very elegant card, those red pearls finish it off perfectly. TTFN. Suze xx
Stunning, love the black background with the embossed doily.
Yvonne x
A gorgeous card, love the popping red beads.
This is such an elegant card – I love both the dry and heat embossing! I just got a Cameo and am learning how to use it so I will be coming here for inspiration and see what you do with yours!! Hugs, Harriet
Beautifully embossed card Marie, hugs Annette x
Gorgeous and so creative as always Marie!
xx
WOW – that red pearl embellishment is the most perfect of additions and that white embossed stamp (am I so impressed with your use of white embossing powder which can be tricky to handle) against the black is sensationally elegant.
Wishes
Lynne
Stunning and original as always Marie! Love the layout and those red pearls just pop! Hope you are better now, Happy New Year
Val x
WoW! What an eye-catcher again!
Have a nice weekend!
Such a fantastic design, it’s so very elegant Marie! I really struggle to photograph a black card, yours is perfect, I think I really need some photographing tips… or a new camera lol!
What a beauty this is Marie. I LOVE it. Very elegant and the white embossing, sitting in the die cut area is a fabulous focus. Great job my friend.
Oh! HOW do you come up with so many STUNNING cards, genius I expect LOL.
A fabulous card love the embossing and the pearls.
Bee-yoo-ti-ful!!! You are such a show off 😉 I wish I had half your talent and creativity. You are awesome! xx
Hi Marie. Fabulous card! Love the way you’ve used the negative die to frame you gorgeous doily stamp … and that it actually goes outside the frame on one side —so clever and unique!! The touch of red adds lots of punch. Loll xx
Stunning card, Marie! The white image looks so dramatic on the black background, I like how you’ve put it slightly off the edge and the embossed sentiment. Sue x
adorable card!!
Happy New Year! to you and your family, Marie. I know…..I haven’t stopped by for a while…..sorry my friend!
Your card is gorgeous! I love the pop of white against your black card. Beautifully stamped and embossed doily, and I love your dry embossing, too. Such a unique layout.
Hello again Marie :-), hope you are feeling back to normal now, especially as a little birdie told me you are working very, very hard at the moment. I think you need a spot of crafty retail therapy ;-). Your card is gorgeous as always, and I love the little touch of red with the black & white. I really wanted to join in with this challenge when it started but was way behind over Christmas with one thing and another, but I think this theme is a perfect opportunity, as I have a plan…..
Take care Marie
Maria xxxxx
Hey you! I knew this was your card before I saw the name above it. Stunning!!!!!!!!!! Now then I have just seen another card which for some reason showed up with this post which is amazing so I am off to track it down. What you done with it.
Crafty Hugs, Florence xx
Florence my posts are like buses nothing for days and then they all come at once !
It’s always a pleasure to come and see your cards Marie! This one is a beauty with that beautiful white, embossing in the aperture showing up against the dark, textured card stock. I do hope you and your husband are feeling better now. Vicky x
Marie, you were soooo missed last Saturday, wish you were there! Next time you won’t miss the crop, right?
Your cards are always so elegant and this is no exception! I love how you have used the black cardstock and the red pearls are an amazing touch!
Another wonderful card Marie 🙂 love the use of the black card
This is such a beautiful card Marie.
xxx Hazel.
amazing card!
Oh wow, a perfect little black number with just a touch of white elegance and a hint of red bling … catwalk stuff! Anita 🙂
Marie,
your combo of dry and wet embossing is great! And the red pearls POP!
I alway find it hard to create black cards. Well done!
Hugs
Christine
I have to compliment you on this card too. I think it is just so striking with the detailed white stamping on the black background!