Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Heat embossed tea cups


I just had to have this stamp from Stampendous! This is the first time I use it, and for my first attempt I chose to stamp directly onto a DP, using gold embossing powder and a Marianne DP. I heat embossed with gold on gold for the background, using  a stamp from Kort&Godt. I attached the background to a light blue paper and then onto a gold A2 card base. To avoid the cups hanging in mid air I used half a doily as a table cloth. I used blue seambinding ribbon to attach the spoon metal charm.
A birthday greeting was stamped and heat set, gold on white.

This card is for these challenges:
1) TIME OUT Challenges - Embossing with the optional twist of sparkle
2) Chocolate, Coffee & Cards - #79 Use a Charm
3) Crafty Catz - #256 - Anything Goes
4) Crafty Creations - #277 Embossing
5) Cupcake Inspirations - #289
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33 comments:

  1. scrappymo!December 2, 2014 at 6:56 AM

    Oh my gish! Pia, this is beautiful. I have been eyeing up this stamp too!

    I had spoken to myself most firmly about not buying more items before the move...but i may just have to get this stamp now!!!

    I like the embossed look of it. So delicate and pretty. I have a confession. I used to be a collector of a couple of fine china patterns. I have downsized them completely as well and will only take a white set with a gilded edge with me to the new house.

    So you see, I could still collect china...stamped images of china at least...teehee

    Nothing beats a good cup of tea in a china cup or a coffee in a china mug.

    Wonderful card, Pia!

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  2. Deepti StephensDecember 2, 2014 at 7:52 AM

    Wow! Very elegant card and I like that spoon charm! :)

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  3. sandieDecember 2, 2014 at 7:57 AM

    I must try the gold embossing on DSP, it is a clever way to look like you are really good at paper piecing! The spoon, doily combo works well x

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  4. SueDecember 2, 2014 at 8:06 AM

    This is so beautiful Pia. I love the gold embossed teacups and wonderful background. The doily and spoon charm are the perfect embellishments.
    Sue xx

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  5. UnknownDecember 2, 2014 at 8:20 AM

    Superb Pia, love the added half doily and the spoon, must admit love that image too, great card my friend, hugs xxx

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  6. MarinaDecember 2, 2014 at 8:25 AM

    Such a pretty and vintage look! I loved it at first glance but when I looked closer and saw the spoon...!!!!The doily is a great idea and really fits the theme.

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  7. cotnobDecember 2, 2014 at 9:20 AM

    This is a fabulous card Pia, I love your gold embossed tea cups and the doily and spoon are perfect.
    Pauline
    x

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  8. Shona ChambersDecember 2, 2014 at 10:32 AM

    Such a gorgeous card!! I'm in love with those dainty tea cups and the little spoon is so cute!! So glad you joined us at TIME OUT and hope you come back again soon!

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  9. LaineDecember 2, 2014 at 10:38 AM

    This is so very elegant Pia, with many layers of fabulous detail. Such a clever card construction and a complete delight.
    Laine
    xx

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  10. Monika ReeckDecember 2, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    wooowww I adore the embossed on the tea cup Pia soo elegant and adorable embellishment that teaspoon..adorable shabby chic card Pia....
    I hope you are okay..cause I did not see you since last sunday around my Blog..or are you traveling again Pia...
    Enjoy your travel and hope you have time to make cards..hugs, Monika

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  11. aussie aNNieDecember 2, 2014 at 12:04 PM

    Beautiful embossed card and tea cups Pia. Everything about this design, colour and papers used are gorgeous. You can enter my candy as you don't need to put on your side bar this time. I love your mice below this card, I just coloured this one in today for a DTxx
    The Journey is the Start

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  12. Lau WDecember 2, 2014 at 12:15 PM

    Wouah this is wonderful ! And to doily touch is PERFECT !!!
    xxx

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  13. TinaDecember 2, 2014 at 1:07 PM

    such a beautiful card, lovely details and colors
    thanks for sharing a cupcake inspirations

    Tina
    sweetie dt

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  14. Sue B December 2, 2014 at 4:38 PM

    Oh Wow! this is gorgeous Pia!! what a wonderful design! the embossed teacups look so pretty and the gold embossed background looks really fab! I love the doily and spoon… they finish the card off perfectly! :-))
    Thanks for all your lovely comments my friend!
    Hope you have a nice evening!
    Big hugs, Sue B xx

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  15. KraftyKoolKatDecember 2, 2014 at 5:49 PM

    This is so pretty Pia, a really stylish awesome project. I am lost for words sweetie.

    Hugs Cathy xxxxx

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  16. ChrissyDecember 2, 2014 at 6:38 PM

    So beautiful Pia..fabulous gold embossed cups and I love the tablecloth doily and the little spoon is perfect..gorgeous card.

    luv CHRISSYxx

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  17. JaceeDecember 2, 2014 at 6:45 PM

    Fabulous Pia, love how you have used the doily
    hugs Jacee
    Simply Paper Card Design

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  18. Alice (scrAPpamondo)December 2, 2014 at 9:49 PM

    Wow Pia, what a stunning 3D effect in your card! The gold embossing powder looks great, the cups seem true and the doily is a perfect tablet cloth!

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  19. DonnaDecember 2, 2014 at 9:52 PM

    Absolutely fabulous, this may be my favorite of your cards! You really outdid yourself!

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  20. crafty-stamperDecember 3, 2014 at 12:12 AM

    love the gold embossed cups just beautiful and great idea with the added doily and teaspoon
    Carol x

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  21. lozDecember 3, 2014 at 12:15 AM

    This is fabulous Pia. I Love the way you have stamped directly onto DP..Loz

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  22. WishcraftDecember 3, 2014 at 12:19 AM

    Love the stamp, fab design too... lovely card :o) Hugs, Lisa x

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  23. MerviDecember 3, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    So gorgeous, what a delightful design. Perfect elements and a cute spoon too. Stylish card, love it;-))m

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  24. Sue NicholsonDecember 3, 2014 at 2:06 PM

    Lovely sweet creation , thanks for joining us at CC&CC cheers Sue N x

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  25. Meihsia LiuDecember 3, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    Wow..... Such beautiful card, Pia. Love the pretty cups and the teaspoon. Great design! :)

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  26. chrissy xxDecember 3, 2014 at 5:34 PM

    Oh My! It's BEAutiful! I LOve everything about it Pia..So elegant and I LOve your embellishments.
    Chrissyxx
    I used my Cameo for the sentiment just scanned it into my machine and cut it out with vinyl xx

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  27. TammyDecember 3, 2014 at 6:05 PM

    This is gorgeous Pia! I love that image and how you've stamped right onto the dp, beautiful gold embossing and details!!
    Tammy x

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  28. ReginaDecember 4, 2014 at 6:10 PM

    What a fabulous classy card which just screams luxury!
    hugs Regina

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  29. DarnellDecember 5, 2014 at 7:07 AM

    This card is the complete package, Pia! It's a brilliant design to showcase that fantastic stack of embossed cups! And the doily, teaspoon charm, and ribbon are your signature touches of perfection!! Hugs, Darnell

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  30. NanceDecember 6, 2014 at 6:09 AM

    Gorgeous card! Love the gold. Thanks for sharing it at Cupcake Inspirations Challenge! Come join us again!

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  31. PeanutDecember 8, 2014 at 4:47 AM

    Fantastic!!! What a lovely b'day card. Love how you've added the doily... great 3D effect. Brilliant idea, Pia!
    x Asha

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  32. Danielle VincentDecember 9, 2014 at 8:16 AM

    Wow - gorgeous! Love the little spoon - such a perfect touch.

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  33. chanya13December 10, 2014 at 12:25 PM

    Beautiful !!! Love colours and image. Thanks for joining us at Chocolate, Coffe & Cards Challenges!!! I hope you get to join us again for our next challenge. Agnieszka DT

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