Sunday 6 January 2013

NEW YEAR BLOG CANDY!

Good Morning Everyone,

BLOG CANDY TIME!

As promised yesterday  this post is to let you all know that I have a lovely piece of blog candy up for grabs
to celebrate the New Year.
I would like to give away a gorgeous Spellbinder Die- Di- Lites Fantastic Flourish Three so that one of you can have the pleasure of using this fabulous design.


This is a card that I made for the recent Pick of the Day that I did and it shows how you can use it to make a very eye catching background


I have also used the gorgeous butterfly stamp from Joanna's Knitting set which I stamped and embossed in white embossing powder.

The only thing I ask is for you to leave a comment - it would be fantastic if you became a follower of the blog too as I am posting on a much more regular basis showing you some of my designs including Spellbinder ideas that I have been showing on my recent shows.
I will keep this Candy running for 2 weeks ending on January 20th (which is the day that Mark and I go to see Strictly come Dancing in Birmingham!!! totally unrelated but very exciting!!)

Thankyou for popping by again and I have that you are the lucky one to receive this fab die.

Bye for now and enjoy a lovely Sunday,
Jo xx

73 comments:

  1. Love the card Jo, so simply but so effective, I will definitely have to purchase this die. Saw you doing the demo on TV where your love of the crafts really came through even after such a long time on TV
    Jean x

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  2. Your card is gorgeous Jo, so striking. Great candy, thank you for the chance. I am already a follower.

    Pam x

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  3. ooh love this one and would love to join your blog candy please.
    Hope you both have a fantastic time at the show- would love to go and see that one day!!

    x catherine

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  4. What a fabulous die and your card is gorgeous! I love the way you have used the die. Thank you so much for the chance to win xx

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  5. Lovely card you have here - a very intricate die! I have become a follower too - would love it if you could do the same for me. Thank You for the chance to win the blog candy x

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    1. Hi Gemma,

      Thank you for your lovely comment. I will pop over to your blog now and join in x

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  6. It certainly makes a lovely background Jo. Tracy x

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  7. What a gorgeous card and a great die. Thanks for the chance to win

    Happy new year to you

    Jackie x

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  8. What a stunner of a card , Jo I asked ages ago how you did the crackle effect on your plaques any chance of a tutorial ????.Melanie

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  9. I love this die - so versatile - and the card is stunning - hope I win it !!!! Happy New Year - Jane xxxx

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  10. Hi Jo, that die is beautiful, I love how you transformed it into a background. Thanks for the chance to win it, love Claire x

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  11. ~Lovely card. When I saw it on the TV I thought I would like to have a go at this technique. If I win the candy I will be able to.

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  12. Thanks for the chance to win it, it's a lovely one!!

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  13. Stunning card, and fab die, thank you so much for the chance. Hugs,moni

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  14. Already a follower and this candy is gorgeous, thanks for the chance. xxxx

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  15. Lovey card Jo - as usual! Intersting use of the die, - will have to give it a go myself!

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  16. Simple but effective card Jo. Looking forward to seeing you more often!! Crafty New Year!!

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  17. Lovely candy Jo and the card is gorgeous. Thanks for the chance to win.
    Mags
    x

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  18. What a beauty your card is! Thanks for the chance to win such lovely candy!

    love Mags B x

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  19. Love the card Jo now lets see if my luck is in.

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  20. Gorgeous card Jo, thanks for the chance to win some blog candy Carole Z xx

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  21. A beautiful card J

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  22. Hi Jo
    Thanks for the chance to win this fab die - loved how you used it to create the background for your gorgeous card.
    You must be so excited to be going to see Strictly - I know I would be :o)
    Take care
    Debs xx

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  23. What a gorgeous card Simple but so effective

    Very generous candy
    Thanks for the chance to win.

    Luv
    Karen xx

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  24. Love the stylish look. Thanks for the chance!

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  25. Beautiful card. Thanks for the chance to win.

    Clare x

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  26. Love this card Jo...I've never used corners like this, so will have to have a go.

    CarolynB

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  27. What a fabulous card, Jo. You are so creative and won't miss any of your demos, as I learn so much from you. Thank you for the chance and your idea too.

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  28. I am loveing my new die lites and this one i have not got yet xx
    the card you have made with it is stunning Jo xxx

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  29. A gorgeous card Jo. Thank you for the opportunity to win this lovely die.

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  30. Happy New Year
    Thanks for the chance to win
    Hugs
    Clare x

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  31. Just joined your followers following your last appearance on C & C and looking forward to seeing your designs and getting ideas. Thank you for the chance to win this die. Happy new year. Jackie D

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  32. Hi Jo,
    Love the card. Thinking out of the box using a corner like that. Look forward to more of your shows. X

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  33. I loved this card when you were on the tv.It looks even more amazing close up.Thank you for the chance to win this little beauty.Hugs Debbie x

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  34. oh i love the card you have made with the yummy spellbinder, not got this one in my collection, may just have to find a little bit of space to put it IF i am the lucky winner..( Well i can wish )

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  35. I always enjoy your shows on create &craft. This is a beautiful card. Thank you for the chance to win this lovely die.
    Pat xx

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  36. Hi Jo

    Love the card, so pretty and the die looks very versatile. First time I've posted on your blog but have been following for a while! Hope you enjoy Strictly. I'm going to see it too but at Sheffield with my DIL and granddaughter!
    Hazel x

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  37. Hi JO, happy new year! Super die card, great to see you on C&C, I visit regularly but don't leave any comments, not sure why, your cards are so elegant and beautiful. Following, so I don't miss out, take care! Ruby x

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  38. Hi Jo, It's a beautiful card, I love the colours and the die. I have only just found your blog, I've been receiving your emails for a while now but never realised you had a blog. Thank you for visiting my blog on Saturday, and thank you for your good wishes re the Allsorts Challenge win. I have followed too. Enjoy Strictly, we couldn't manage to get any good seats this year. We went last year to Newcastle and my husband had managed to get tickets for the second row, perfect. We had Robbie Savage dancing in front of us for the finale. The only problem was, my hubby and I were both feeling under the weather, we had bad colds, I felt really sorry for the people around us because we were coughing and sneezing. I felt so bad I was drinking whisky to try and perk up - the thing is, I don't usually drink!!. Enjoy it, I'm so jealous. Wendy xx

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    1. Hi Wendy,
      Great story - shame you couldnt make the most of Robbie Savage dancing in front of you!! x

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  39. Jo this card is stunning as all your cards are. I am off to see strictly too but not until the 8th Fabruary, I can't wait to go.
    Thanks for the chance to win this gorgeous die.
    Kim xXx

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  40. What a lovely card. I have been looking at this die on a few sites and keep thinking I would like to use it. Hope you enjoy Strictly

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  41. Super card Jo as always love your style. Hope to get over to the shop very soon. Thanks for the chance to win a lovely die :)
    Hugs Fi xx

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  42. This die has become one of my favourites, I have seen so many cards made with it and would love the chance of winning it. Thank you Jo!
    Janice x

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  43. Oops, pressed enter too quick. Love your card too!
    Janice x

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  44. I brought mum into your shop today, and i noticed this die as we walked in, i said i would pick it up after looking round, but after looking round it was too late, some one else had picked it up, so it was not my day today, but saturday was my day, as my first grandchild was born "Alfie Jack". Mum and i both love your shop Joe, and thankyou mark for a cupa Tea x

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  45. Lovely card as ever. Thanks for the class yesterday.

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  46. Hi Jo
    Love this die and it makes a super card

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  47. Hi Jo this is the first time that I have ever sent a message on anyones blog. I watched you on C&C yesterday and heard you mention about your blog, so thought I must visit. Your cards are lovely, I like Spellbinders and have ordered the opulent ovals and cannot wait for them to arrive.Look forward to visiting more often now I have found you,and get some inspiration to use the new dies.

    Bye Janette x

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  48. Hello.
    How uncanny is that; I try to follow your blog (with a few issues which aren't your fault) and then I find a blog candy?!! My lucky day! I watch you regularly on C&C but today's show was great. Using those metals is brilliant and the different ideas you say you're going to use tomorrow, especially the felt, really interest me. I must find that gorgeous blue craft metal, as it looks stunning embossed.

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  49. Love the card and the die Jo. I watch you on C&C and use a lot of your ideas for my spellbinders. I still have quite a few that I have not used. I am not too good at coming up with the ideas myself even though I have been a card maker for a number of years. Just found your blog after watching you this morning on C&C. Looking forward to keeping up with your ideas. Thank you. Marion x

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  50. Jo i'm just sat watching you on create and craft and just love your demo's such inspiration and fabulous products!! Thanks for the chance to win this gorgeous die and keep up all these fabulous designs they really are just unique! Love Chanelle xx

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  51. Lovely candy Jo thanks for the chance of winning the lovely goodies.

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  52. What a great card and a lovely prize. The flourish makes a great statement background, really draws the eye

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  53. I was watching you on C & C at lunchtime and had my email read out. So glad someone asked if you had a blog; here I am and I will become a follower so I see when you post. Loving your cards and also loving the chance to win some blog candy.

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  54. How fun! So cool. Thank so much for the chance 2 win. Love your cards!

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  55. New follower so glad I found you and would love a chance to win your candy! xx

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  56. Love your demo's with the spellbinders I think you have a very elegant style which I like and the colours you choose seem to be my favourites.
    AnnD

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  57. wow thanks for the chance to win your candy, hope you have a great time when you go to see strictly angxxxx

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  58. Enjoy you day at Strictly, love the butterfly, will have to break my new years resolution and buy the butterfly stamp when I am next in Conningsby.
    June Poke

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  59. I love seeing how people make use of the dies in ways other than would be expected. It makes us think more about what we have, and how we could use them differently and so get more use and value for money.

    Hope you have a great time at Strictly.

    Hugs
    Julia
    xxx

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  60. Hi Jo just found your Blog and it is very inspirational. I love to watch you when you are on T.V and I hope to visit your shop when I can get my Husband to bring me. From TinaC

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  61. What a beautiful card, thank you
    Maureen

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  62. Just just been watching your fab show on create and craft and found your blog!! Now I can't stop looking at all your creations - so much inspiration - I will definitely be back xx

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  63. Hi Jo,
    I have also just found your blog after watching you on C&C. You must have such fun getting to try out all the new products. The spellbinders are fab and your samples are gorgeous, really inspirational. Have fun on Sunday. Janette X

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  64. Just been watching you on C & C and checked out your blog as a result of this. Love the tips you give us on spellbinders. Will now be following you to get inspiration from your lovely cards x

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  65. Loving the card Jo in fact they are all lovely.
    I have been crafting for 15+ years but I am new to blogging and Spellbinders and it seems every turn sends you on a new Journey.
    I am hoping your weekend at Strictly has not been ruined by the SNOW!! If not enjoy :-)

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  67. What a lovely die...it looks great on your card..and I am delighted that you still like my butterfly design. I'm loving the shows Jo.. Keep warm. Hugs.. Sylvie A xx

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  68. I'm your latest follower...Your posts showcasing the Spellbinders look great...Off to read more as I don't use mine enough!
    Although I am from Canada, I do visit England every couple of years and do go to Lincolne...will have to check out your shop on my trip this summer if you are not too far from there!! Off to check my map...

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  69. Wow you've created a spectacular card with this die. What a great idea. Thanks for the chance to win the die. Just became a follower.

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    1. Gosh, I've completely lost track of time. Its no longer January. Too late for this candy. O well, would still like to be a follower.

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