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Tuesday 15 December 2009

Funny Christmas.................and a Gypsy solution

I am getting to like the Gypsy now, I wouldn't say I love it, but I am definitely liking it, once you get used to it, it is quite convenient not to have to reach for all the cartridges and overlays whenever you want to make a cut. However, I do find it almost impossible to do without the handbook, it's really difficult to work out what the creative features of each cartridge is, so I tore out the creative features page from each of my handbooks, and took them to staples to be laminated. Then I punched a hole in each sheet and threaded them all in alphabetical order onto a metal key ring - the type you can buy in craft stores

Just having that page handy, will jog my memory of what I can do with the cartridge
Such a quick little card today, I went to visit a friend who belongs to PC Crafters Hug, which produces downloadable images, I loved this one, and so will a friend of mine! I cut the snowman and bag out of a second image and popped them to give a bit of dimension, gave her some bling earrings, added a very lush green velvet ribbon, a bit on inking and I was done - the image was already coloured.
Thanks Bev, I am going to have fun with the stuff you gave me




I hear that the UK are expecting a really cold spell, and some snow, I do hope that doesn't mean the plane can't land on friday morning, I will be digging the old thermals out for sure, and the electric blanket will be the first thing I put on.
Back to the packing...........it's getting very boring, I would much rather sit here 'chatting' to you




19 comments:

  1. Hi Enfy
    Fantastic card, love the image and sentiment...
    I hope to be jetting off to a warmer climate before the snow comes, hope you have a good journey on Friday.
    Hugs Emma x

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  2. Thankyou for that the great tip for the gypsy I agree with you it is hard to see what creative features you have on each cart.
    Lovey card love the image and sentiment !!!
    Hope you have a safe journey back to the uk the snow is ment to come thurs fri but it will probably be a little fluttering.xx

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  3. a fab card, I love the sentiment!!

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  4. Fab card ...I love that quote...
    Safe journey Enfys :)xxx

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  5. Great fun card and the perfectly correct sentiment lol.
    I love to hear how you are getting on with your Gypsy as I have been deciding whether to buy one or not and have heard good and bad points to them, that was a great tip about laminating the sheets.
    Kim xXx

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  6. En, what a giggle for so early in the morning, I love it and sure your friend will also. Hugs

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  7. What a clever idea, Enfys! I usually end up clicking on every imaginable feature until I find what I was looking for! No wonder it takes me all day to design one card! Love your PC HugWare images and that luxurious ribbon!

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  8. What a gorgeous card Enfys,i love your image and colours.

    Hugs Riet.xx

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  9. En, what a brilliant idea for the gypsy, and I LOVE this card! What a funny title! Popcorn is adorable, too. Good luck with your packing, and safe travels. Merry Christmas to you and the family.

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  10. Great card! And I have to agree with you about the Gypsy. I never know what feature I'm looking for & what's available. The images are still too small on screen to tell what they are. You came up with a great solution.

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  11. Wishing you a very safe trip back to the UK and Happy HOlidays to you and your family!!! HUGS!!! :) :) :)

    p.s. I still love your idea of laminating those pages!

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  12. what a fabulous image and sentiment :)

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  13. oh Enfys, I love the ear rings, how cute is that.

    Have a safe trip back.
    And have a very Merry Christmas. hugs

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  14. Oh I soooo agree, En!!! That's the only thing that is really bothering me so far. You came up with a great solution! Your card is adorable! Have a safe trip! hugs!

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  15. What a wonderful picture, the card is fantastic.
    Hugs
    Melodie

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  16. hi enfys, i know exactly what you mean about the handbooks and stuff,i wish they had the handbooks online like they use to so that you could see all the stuff on the cartridges....anyhoo awesome idea and love the card..hugs

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  17. what a great idea and a stunning card! that image is just gorgeous! love how you create! everything is always so beautiful! hugs!

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  18. Hi Enfys wow I love your image and your snowman, the greeting is just right for it.
    I also are having some problems getting to grips with my Gypsy, I suppose I will get the hang of it eventually. Hope the flight is ok, no snow so far, but its certainly cold and wet. With love and hugs Shirleyxxxxxxx

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  19. Hilarious En! Looks like a Hallmark! Love it! Have a safe trip home. xxD

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I love reading your comments, thank you for taking the time
Enfys x