Saturday 21 January 2012

Less is More " Cut it Out " And The Return Of The Pokey Tool !


Yes its back ! the pokey tool has been mysteriously returned to its rightful place , I know how concerned you all where about it , well at least Vicky alias Crafting Claire was . Lately I have been playing with my new Cameo which has just been returned to me  it was unwell and had to be returned to the UK to visit the die cut doc. I had had it only for a week when it refused to produce the goods , it arrived a few days ago so have being making lots of little intricate designs with it. ( see previous post ).  Horror of horrors upon its return my pokey tool did a runner and I was left using a cocktail stick to weed out the negative pieces,  no fun ! I accused my youngest son Ari of being the culprit as I had seen him eying it up suspiciously lately and asking a lot of questions about it. The funny thing was that I didn't confront him with it but I mentioned it on my blog , which he doesn't read  or so I thought !  The next day the Mr Pokey was back on my desk as if by magic! so...........

When I saw this morning that Chrissie and Mandi at Less is More where asking us to " Cut it Out " it seemed like fate had intervened , not only was my Cameo working but my pokey tool was back in my possession .  I had made several cards this morning but only managed to photograph one as my little doglett Bailey was taken ill and I had an emergency dash to the Vets ( all is well now ) upon my return mother nature had taken its course and turned the lights down low so couldn't get decent photos .

Would also like to link this to Cas-ual Fridays who are asking us to use black and white and not a hint of another colour ! Think this first one fits the bill !







Hope this is not too over the top ! My lovely Cameo and gorgeous Mr Pokey are responsible for this creation,  looks easy but believe you me my full bin is testimony to the opposite,  getting the right measurements and layout is a tad tricky if you are dense like me !




Just wanted to share another frame that I made , its quite similar to the one on my previous post, I liked it so much I made this one which is slightly less fussy ( Chrissie Mandi this is not for LIM !! ) I will be using them in my jewellery shop as window displays for Valentines, this one I photographed inside one of the shop cabinets and I love how the lighting makes it look a little look the theatre. The heart and the little button are made from Fimo I used a couple of silicone molds that I made to make the shapes and then embossed and inked them up. The rest of the frame is made with my Cameo.


Once again there are some fabulous entries over at Less is More, I have been a slacker of late and haven't taken part in one of their challenges for ages so I do hope they let me back in ! Both Mandi and Chrissie have created some amazing inspirational pieces definitely worth a visit. Over at Cas-ual Fridays there are some fabulous entries and their DT have worked their magic once again !

Wishing you a wonderful weekend.

Marie




70 comments:

  1. My jaw has hit the floor in adoration of your frame and the delicate ballerina, stunning art then the cameo. This looks anything but easy, precision and no room to hide on a card like this.
    Well I applaud you.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  2. Beautiful work from both you and Cameo!! So pleased that you got her back and she's working well for you, Marie.
    I love your gorgeous black and white card, and your super ballet theatre, too. Such a fabulous idea to use them as window displays.
    Good to hear that your pokey tool has made a miraculous return, too:)

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  3. I just know that if my Pokey Tool went missing, I'd give up on life! Funny how yours suddenly returned... they SAY they don't read our blogs but I suspect them of taking the odd glance! Marie I would love to visit your jewellery shop which sounds like a magical place - your ballerina frames will make wonderful displays. Your cameo card is just gorgeous with that ornate frame and clever aperture. Fabulous work as always! Vicky x

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  4. Your card is so elegant Marie, love B&W. Carol x

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  5. GASP! first, your story made me smile this morning. hee hee. so happy everything has fallen back into it's rightful place (and your pooch is well, too). your card is goooooorrrrgeous! that frame is absolultely AMAZING!

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  6. Hi Dolly, your card is so intricate and gorgeous! The use of black and white is simply perfect!! Thanks so much for joining us at CAS-ual Fridays! Hope to see your beautiful work again!

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  7. Fabulous Marie, Gorgeous frame and beautiful cameo, love it and the stagey card below, brill makes both. I'm so glad your pokey tool turned up and love reading your blog, you always make me smile, Thank you so much:0) Have a great weekend, Gay xxx

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  8. Wow your die cuts are amazing Marie and love your use of them. Beautiful. Enjoy the weekend, Annette x

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  9. Some fabulous projects from you - glad your cameo's now working and that your pokey tool has seen fit to return home too. Love your LIM entry

    Kathyk

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  10. πω πω..καθομαι και τα κοιταζω..η καρτα ειναι πανεμορφη..τελοια..καλο σ.β...πολλα πολλα φιλια

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  11. Wow pokey tool and cameo die have really worked hard your card is stunning! Love the frame too.
    Diane ( need to get my thinking cap on now fo my card)

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  12. Absolutely stunning! The cameo is so elegant, the frame is amazing!

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  13. oh wow hun these are just brilliant just love the images you have used really well worth the efffort hun,hugs cherylxxxxxx

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  14. Stunning card Marie
    what intricate cutting...fabulous
    So glad you found your pokey tool
    I've lost a die that I just cannot find! always dread to think of them falling in the bin and gone forever
    Thank you very much
    mandi
    "Less is More"

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  15. Hola Dolly, really fantastic card with your complicate cameo, the frame is fabulous!!!i love it.well done Dolly.
    A warm hug from Palma

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  16. Well, I'm picking myself up off the floor yet again, after viewing your work! Seems to 'blow me off my feet'! Magnificent comes to mind ... The frame you are going to use for Valentines on your shop window is so very theatrical .. a sure winner to display jewelry in. Glad your doglet is OK and Mr. Pokey is back in his rightful place. Mr. Pokey's on the loose can be dangerous commodities. hmmmm. Take care ..xoDonna

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  17. What a great cameo card, love the black and white and fabulous frame :)

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  18. Your LIM card looks fabulous and I'm so glad that all your tools are exactly where they are supposed to be!
    Thanks so much
    Chrissie
    "Less is More"

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  19. OMW!!! Marie, your cameo card is amazing; an absolute stunner! What a fabulous idea to use your frames in the shop window - oh I wish I could come and see!!

    Glad your pokey tool turned up, lol!
    xx

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  20. Cameo is gorgeous and I just love the little theater thingie. Also much relief poorly dog is well again and all important pokey tool has been restored. If No2 Son is reading this leave your mother's toys alone she's not playing with yours is she?

    I have missed loads here its that flipping reading list and working so sorry to have neglected you XOXO Zoe

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  21. The Cameo is beautiful, its a very elegant card. Love your display box as well.
    Yvonne x

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  22. The cameo card is so striking and yes, I believe that it is anything but simple. I think LiM cards are deceptively simple - with a fussier card, you can hide mistakes. Your frames do look like mini theatres - just gorgeous! Glad your pokey tool has seen fit to return to its rightful place!

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  23. Fabulous cameo card. It has a timeless beauty about it
    Beryl x

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  24. oh wowee.. i just love that cameo.. and what a relief to find your pokey tool lol..what with earthquakes and pokey tool mysteries.. my life sounds really boring lol..
    That frame is absolutely stunning.. and the ballerina frame will look gorgeous in your display
    Lisa x

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  25. Oh wow that ornate frame is sooo beautiful Marie and the cameo too for that matter! I love the frame and I'm sure they'll look amazing in your window display...I can imagine your shop is a little treasure trove of goodies :)
    The pokey tool mystery thickens.... what would your son want with the tool?????
    Jenny x

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  26. A beautiful cameo & a fab design. Your little framed ballerina is so sweet.
    Sally x

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  27. Fabulous card Marie, stunning in black and white! Love th frame to use as a display in your window I bet it will attract a lot of attention. Welcome back to the pokey tool!!
    Val x

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  28. Such an elegant card! Very pretty.
    Thanks for the sweet comments on my blog!

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  29. Come visit and help me with my silhouette! Your card rocks!

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  30. First of all you are not dense. Just particular. Fabulous cameo and frame.
    Hugs, Chris
    Funny how things turn up when you least expect.

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  31. WOW! What a beauty! I love what you've done with your cameo-really gorgeous :) Thanks for playing with us at CAS-ual Fridays!

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  32. Couldn't even imagine doing it with out your pokey tool. Gorgeous!!! So glad it turned up!
    Also glad your little doggy is o.k.
    Hugs Lynn

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  33. Πανέμορφα και τα δύο!!!!!καλή σου μέρα!!!!

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  34. your LIM card is very elegant and striking at the same time...fab creation.

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  35. YOur LIM card is an absolute stunner...simply gorgeous

    Anne

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  36. Both really stunning projects, the black and white silhouette card is so intricate and beautiful and I love the frame, it looks just like a little theatre
    Lindsay xx

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  37. υπεροχες και οι δυο δημιουργιες σου!!!
    η κορνιζα μου αρεσει πολυ!!!!ειναι γλυκα!!!!
    φιλια!

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  38. What a wonderful way to combine both challenges! Your projects are beautiful. ;)

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  39. Beautiful cards! My sons too eye up my crafty goods, it was fun to read your story!

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  40. This one is a 'wowzer' Marie - so elegant and classy. Theatre is beautiful too - loving that ballerina. xx

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  41. Wow, to both of them - stunning x

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  42. Two fabulous cards, glad the pokey tool has returned now too & your cat is better.:O) Viv xx

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  43. Hi Marie Hope you are keeping well. Just love your cards, what would we do without our pokey tools lol.. hugs Chris xx

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  44. Oh, Marie... these are so lovely! The cameo is stunning and I have just loved checking out the dancer in her frame/box. Wonderful pieces!

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  45. Your cameo is just fabulous. I love the framing and the aperture suits it perfectly. I love the dancer in her frame box. It does look like a little theatre. Glad you got Mr Pokey and your Cameo back! x

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  46. Absolutely gorgeous, Marie! Love your "pokey holes".

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  47. Love that gorgeous Cameo! Have always just adored the look of them. Beautiful Job and thanks for visiting my blog! Yours is GREAT!!
    Cindy Porter
    http://cardcrazeeme53.blogspot.com/

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  48. Oh! my this is gorgeous, love the B&W. I can understand why you needed your pokey tool. gorgeous cut.

    YOur little dancer is perfect too, I bet it gets comments in your shop window :)

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  49. Two fantastic creations, love the Cameo and the dancing girl.

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  50. Fabulous work again Marie.
    xxx Hazel.

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  51. Hi Marie, such stunning creations. I love the cameo - it's very striking - and your frame with the ballerina is absolutely beautiful, the light catches it perfectly. Take care, Maria x

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  52. Love the cut out cameo card - and your little scene card is just lovely!

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  53. ...wow, both cards are so beautiful! Greetings from Brigitte

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  54. Oh Marie your card is stunning. I love your new frame too.
    Linby

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  55. Marie, each new post of yours is such a delight... these are amazingly elegant, LOVE them!

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  56. Two gorgeous cards. Your LiM one is stunning.
    What is it with craft tools taking on a life of their own?
    Lynne xxx

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  57. Lovely work Marie! I especially like the cameo card - so very elegant and classy. Hope you pup is feeling alright and that the vet bill wasn't outrageous.

    Carol S

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  58. Hi Marie! Don't you LOVE your Cameo?! I've had mine since right after they came out and I'm LOVING it!! I just did a print and cut for a scrapbook layout...it's beyond awesome!! LOVE the aperture card you've created with it!!

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  59. Stunning card, love the black and white togther x

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  60. Fab aperture card using a cameo, love it :) Thanks for playing this week at CAS-ual Fridays!

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  61. Gorgeous cameo card, glad you found your pokey tool, I hate it when I can't find things, they usually only reappear once a replacement has been purchased.

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  62. Totally fabulous! Thank you so much for playing along at CAS-ual Fridays.

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  63. That cameo you did is truly stunning, simple in style, the kind that people do think is easy. You must have spent hours on the design and the execution of it. I have a Cameo too, and I love it. I also love the way it draws. xx Maggie

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  64. What a beautiful cameo...perfect for black and white...just lovely how you have it displayed:)!!

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  65. Wow! both of these projects are stunning!

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