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Ahoy stampers! This week we are showcasing the amazingly versatile Swirly Bird 
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You can create such a variety of images with this set:

  • flowers
  • leaves
  • birds
  • background splatters 
  • kites
  • boats

The stamp set can also be paired with the Swirly Scribbles framelits - purchase as a Bundle and save 10%


I have made a number of cards using the flowers and leaves, so I've decided to go nautical with my latest creation, here it is


I stamped my little boat and fussy cut, using the co-ordinating framelits to create the ocean, and for that WOW factor created a Life Bouy using Calypso Coral Thick Baker's Twine.  Then I went a step further and added the shaker element... there was a slight cataosrophy during this process.... I knocked the sequin container, I don't think any more needs to be said!

UPDATE: Lots of people have been asking how I created the outer loops, I folded the bakers twine and tied a knot, then measured around and repeated, then I used a glue dot to attach and was able to tuck the twine around the edge of the shaker underneath - here is a photo so you can get a visual:



Masculine cards don't come naturally for me, they are always a challenge, this one could be used for a variety of occasions - I'm going to stamp on the inside of the card when I decide on what the occasion is.  I am really happy with this colour combination too!


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  1. Tracy Elsom6 September 2016 at 19:01

    What a great masculine card Sue

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    1. Sue Vine - MissPinksCraftSpot7 September 2016 at 18:49

      Thanks Tracy, I didn't like it at all, but it is growing on me - think it is the masculine thing, these projects don't play out the same between my head and the finished card

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  2. Unknown6 September 2016 at 19:05

    OMG - Sue, this is such a cute card!!! I love how you have created the life ring and wrapped it using the baker's twine. It is such an effective card and I would have never thought of creating a card using like this using the 'Swirly Bird' Stamp set. You've done a fantastic job on this card. Well done and thanks for sharing ;)

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    1. Sue Vine - MissPinksCraftSpot7 September 2016 at 18:48

      Swirly Bird is sooooo versitale Louise, my next thing to try is a Kite!

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  3. Kim Oliver6 September 2016 at 21:22

    It's perfect Sue, I love the idea of the shaker inside the life preserver too. I have spilt those sequins before, have opened them the wrong way up too lol , what a mess!

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    1. Sue Vine - MissPinksCraftSpot7 September 2016 at 18:47

      Thanks Kim, well it's nice to know I am not the only one that has had a sequin episode!

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  4. Sherlie6 September 2016 at 21:27

    Suck a cute card, I love it!!! You are an inspiration!

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    1. Sue Vine - MissPinksCraftSpot7 September 2016 at 18:46

      Thanks so much Shirlie - I love hearing that I have inspired others, makes my day :)

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  5. Sandra Donald7 September 2016 at 02:38

    Amazing card! love it

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  6. Petra7 September 2016 at 06:46

    Love this card Sue!!! Just a technique question- How did you get the loose "rope" on the out side to stay? I sort of can see loops.... How did you create them? I think you have done a brilliant job- amazing! TFS xxx

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    1. Sue Vine - MissPinksCraftSpot7 September 2016 at 18:45

      Thanks Petra, I have updated the blog with an explanation and a photo of how I did the outer loops, and a side view of the card showing how I was able to tuck the twine around the edge - hope the helps :)

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  7. Unknown8 September 2016 at 05:01

    This is totally amazing I am going to try this card thanks for sharing all the det's♥

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