Friends of Tony have recently reached an amazing milestone, and of course we couldn't possibly go to the newsagent for such a special occasion!

Out came the Brushed Metallic Gold Card, gold embossing powder, a piece of lovely shimmery gold ribbon from my stash, Vintage Wallpaper embossing folder, the lovely name plaque stamp from "Creative Elements" stamp set, some pearls and an Antique Brad, to make this 15cm square card.

Don't you love how those half pearls fit into the centre of the embossing pattern?

Quite a simple but very elegant and effective card. I enjoyed the challenge!

Back in a day or two with a COMPLETELY different birthday card!