No - I do not know why they are called ‘shutter cards’ but they are fun to make! These are for two November birthdays.
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Oh ST! Roses 
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My absolute favourite flowers!
And cats 
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my second favourite pet!!!
That must have taken a long time to craft! You’re amazing 
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.Perhaps they close like some shutters do ???
ok I’ll shut up.
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Good thinking, Smiffy!
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They’re both gorgeous cards SilverTabby but the “friends” one is my personal favourite.
I particularly like the intricate cut-out patterning on both cards.
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These are stunning…the details are so pretty. Very impressive!
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Excellent work Tabby…you are a true artisan 
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It’s a pleasure to see such intricate work Tabby …it must have taken you ages 
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Love it my crafty friend x
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Thank you.
This is my favorite part as well.
SilverTabby, you have been busy. Beautiful work!
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Are they cut out with that machine you have mentioned occasionally in passing (ages ago)?
You must describe how it is done and what else the machine does. If I have muddled this up with someone else just ignore
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Yes, Bruce, they are done with a ‘die cutting’ machine. I currenty have two. An 8yr old EBosser and a 2yr old Gemini and If I had 1p for each piece of card they have cut between them - I would be a millionaire!
EBosser cuts and/or embosses card, paper and thin metallic sheets.
Gemini cuts and/or embosses paper, card, cardboard, tin, leather and most fabrics.
How to use with dies …
How to use with a stencil …
Understanding pressure …
Thanks for that @SilverTabby
edit: Watched the first two and am halfway through the third but I have to go out now will watch the rest of it later.
Very interesting, I think you would enjoy 3d printing to make decorations.
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The idea of 3d printing fascinates me, Bruce, would love to see a demo but don’t know anyone who has one - apart from you - and it’s a long walk to Australia !!