Good Morning Ladies,
Welcome to another 'Something Floral for Friday', I bought the Sue Wilson 'Ava' die last weekend at Ally Pally, I finally got around to playing with it while Pat was round yesterday afternoon. Sadly Pat forget to pack her 'Groovi' system as she had taken it out of her bag to show Pete and forgot to put it back in, so she was a little bit at a loose end, she was going straight out to her friends so didn't want to get too dirty, so we chatted while I crafted.
I cut the largest part of the die out of white card, created a mat for it out of 'So Saffron' card and cut the little delicate centre part out of the same card and layered with white. I then assembled all the layers and then used the Stampin Up! Pretty Label punch and 'Label Me Pretty' stamp set to create the sentiment for my card. I like this combination as you can stamp it and colour it to match your project. This one I coloured with watercolour pencils and the SU blender pen, as it smooths the pencil out beautifully.
Pretty Label Punch and Stamp set
To finish the card I added a seam binding bow with a little rose to finish it off and them arranged some pretty paper flowers around the top corner in complimentary colours.
I then coloured some plain white pearls with the Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blend pen and added them around the card.
Making this card took me back to those days when I made these style cards all the time, I know some of you prefer this style of card, I love it but I am also pleased that I picked up stamping as I think I would have got bored of putting together the same style cards.
The other thing that I am thankful for is finding Stampin' Up!, if for nothing else, the best thing about Stampin' Up! is that Everything Matches, the card matches the ink, then there are all of the colouring Mediums, Watercolour Pencils, Markers, the new Stampin' Blends (alcohol pens) are all in the same colours as the cardstock, I shudder to think about the time and money I spent on fuel and postage trying to find plain cardstock to match a beautiful Pretty Background paper but never getting a decent match.
Now I can just relax, knowing that SU will bring out a new range of gorgeous Designer Series Papers, in beautiful colours and pretty patterns that match perfectly with all of the cardstock that they carry. I can then stamp in matching ink and embellish with matching embellishments. Who could wish for more!
I hope that you are all looking forward to a nice relaxing weekend, mine will be super relaxed compared to last weekend.
Don't forget to look in tomorrow to see what everyone bought at Ally Pally, plus much more!
Love and hugs to all of you
Sandra
xxxxxxx
Morning Ladies
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Sandra, it’s really lovely.
Busy day yesterday at work then I did the shopping then phoned my Dad. I was shattered and went to bed fairly early. Thank goodness it’s Friday although I need to be up early again tomorrow as I’m at the hairdressers at 8:30 as I have an appointment to give blood at 11:25 in Southport. They’re reducing the number of places you can donate at which is annoying. I’ll still go but I need to plan my day better next time!
Michele
OH has the same problem re donating blood Fewer places to go to and less time slots eg no evening session It’s such a shame when they’re screaming out for people to donate
DeleteMorning Everyone
ReplyDeletefrom yes another very wet Sheffield. When will we get a dry day.
SANDRA- a beautiful card and it looks as though SW has produced another winner in the background dies. I also love the colours you have used.
Well it's that 'swear' word day for me today. the washer is already churning and so I really must get a wriggle on so that I can finish a job I started at my craft table yesterday and had to put to one side because my hairdresser arrived.
The CAFE is OPEN as usual for you all to pop in for a cuppa and a chat. There's fresh scones on the counter but sorry no fresh cream today. Oh and the bucket is still by the door. Take care everyone.
HUGS are winging their way to you all. xxxx
Hi Janet
DeleteSurely there can’t be much more rain ☔️ above us. But you seem to have had more that most. Still no sunshine from Australia. I’ve done a bit of swearing this morning. Mostly cleaning the bathroom out. Have to do it just a tad more for the first week of his treatment. Mind you for someone has to be mega careful because he’s more subceptable to catching infections. He dug up a plant for Doreen on Wed without wearing gloves 🧤 and even fell over heavily on her kerb stones. He saw no problem of getting his hands mucky in soil.
A very pretty card SANDRA
ReplyDeleteI suppose in a way that’s why I love my Serif crafting because I can make card/papers match But without a printer or laptop I’m scuppered I am trying not to rely on it so much
Must go and get ready for work Hair appt this afternoon and Oscar may visit (yay!)
Hi Karen
DeleteHope your printer gets sorted out soon. Enjoy Oscars visit if it materialises.
Hi everyone.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty card Sandra. You can always tell Sue Wilson's dies. They're very distinctive. Love the flower arrangement.
Had a very disturbed night. Harvey brought a baby bunny home around 3 this morning. We were all up as he was howling with pride so loudly. Anyway he dropped in and it ran into the utility room right in the corner behind the dishwasher.All the appliances were pulled out and Paul eventually caught it. Poor little thing. Couldn't find any marks on him so Paul went and got dressed and carried it up to the field at the top of our road. I hope he found his way home. Anyway while everything was pulled out I took the opportunity to brush and mop then Lynn put the kettle on and we had a drink and got back to bed at 6, wide awake of course.Oh the joys of owning animals!!!
Craft club today yeh. Used my stencils for the first time for ages to make my cc this week so taking them to use at craft.
Have a lovely Friday everyone.
Love Valx
When I said I hope he found his way home, I meant the bunny of course- not Paul ha ha.x
DeleteHi Cal
DeleteMy word you did have an eventful night. Oh the joys of owning animals. Karen ( Petes daughter ) took one her Jack Russell and one of her cats to have their teeth looked at. Came away £700 lighter. Just think what she could have bought for that. She could have paid someone to start sorting out her house.
Hi Sandra and ladies
ReplyDeleteAnother great card today. Lovely to sit and watch you create for a change. As Sandra said I sat and chatted, looked at Sandra’s magazine. I’d taken my new Groovi plates but all my parchment was sat on the side at home. I’d made some cards on Wed and put everything in my notebook. I’d taken it out to show Pete ( hmmm ) was what I got from him. But afterwards I didn’t put it back in my bag.
Had a blip with Pete at the hospital on Tuesday. First he was late going in as a batch of Radium was contaminated, so they had to send for another one. So all the patients were behind. Then they said his blood count was to low from the previous weeks blood tests. Anyway they took another one, tested it and it was just above the low level ( whatever that is ) so they decided to give it him. Good job to as he wouldn’t have been able to have his last one next month. Funny thing was a nurse cane out with a gigercounter to test the radiation levels. All the time we’ve been in Nuclear Medicine I’ve never seen that.
Gentle hugs to all who need one today.
Hello Sandra and everyone,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely card Sandra. You are certainly showing Ava at her best. Love the colours you have used.
We are on our way to Kingston to visit John Lewis. Ciara's idea of a treat. She loves to shop!
Have a good day everyone.
Hugs Brenda XXX
Hello Sandra and everyone,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely card Sandra. You are certainly showing Ava at her best. Love the colours you have used.
We are on our way to Kingston to visit John Lewis. Ciara's idea of a treat. She loves to shop!
Have a good day everyone.
Hugs Brenda XXX
Hello Sandra and everyone,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely card Sandra. You are certainly showing Ava at her best. Love the colours you have used.
We are on our way to Kingston to visit John Lewis. Ciara's idea of a treat. She loves to shop!
Have a good day everyone.
Hugs Brenda XXX
HELLO BRENDA HELLO BRENDA HELLO BRENDA xxx
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Hi Brenda
DeleteI hope you and Cairo have a good shopping trip today. Not to sure why your comment was posted twice. But I see Lynda had a good laugh 😂 At it.
Oh dear Brebda
DeleteIt actually posted three times.
HAHAHA ,haven't got the emojo that Lynda got. Oh Pat you so funny too. The girls name is Ciara and it's Brenda Hihihi. Love reading your posts xxx
DeleteHello ladies, I told you a couple of days ago I was rubbish using my phone to leave messages on the blog. Thank you for giving me a laugh. XXX
DeleteHello Sandra & everyone
ReplyDeleteWe have a dull cold day but it's not raining yet but looks like it will.
Sandra your card gorgeous lovely Die & pretty colour's you have used.
Terry's got back garden to do. I'm going round with duster then clean the patio door track & white frame. Then do the front window ledge & door track polish the letterbox. I'm worn out after writing it all down. Didn't have a very good night sleep.my feet were burning & painful think it's when i was round Margaret's I was sittting in a chair with my legs down,that seem to start it off. Well better get motivated otherwise I will fall asleep.
Love Lynda xx
Forgot to say Lynda I hope your legs are feeling better today.
DeleteHi Lynda
ReplyDeleteAnother dull day here as well. Pete is supposed to be cleaning the patio before we go to Doreen’s. But he’s sat playing scrabble as usual at the moment. As we usually go about 2.30 and we have a big patio I can’t see it being done anytime soon.
Hi Sandra and all in the cafe' today.
ReplyDeleteI hope you all have a nice day whatever you are up to.
Working, crafting, rescuing bunnies, shopping, cleaning and going to have your hair done or give blood. I spent the morning at pain clinic then back home waiting for the electrician to move some cables for the tv, router and sky box etc. so I have shut the door to the lounge because they kept the patio doors open so it's gone very cold in there and my fingers and the rest gone stiffed, brrrr
Take care everyone. Warm hugs ,Maria xxxx
Hi Maria
DeleteI hope the electrician sorts your router and sky box out. I hope pain clinic went well today and it’s helping you.
Hi Sandra & all in cafe,
ReplyDeleteSandra a very pretty card you have shown today, I still prefer stamping though. I agree with you about SU, I am trying to be good & use the paper I have to use it up, how long before I give up, we will see. Hope you have à relaxing weekendxxx
Val sorry to hear of your disturbed night, the jouys of owning cats. Hope craft club went well.xxx
Sending hugs to all who need them love Margaret.xxx
Hi Sandra and all in the Café today. A beautiful cheerful card to brighten a dull day here. I hope you're meds are doing their job my lovely so you can enjoy a relaxing weekend with Paul xx
ReplyDeleteLilian, you were very lucky to be able to get your washing out yesterday.
It is so good to see you popping in dear friend. I do hope life is starting to be a little kinder to you now x
Val, oh dear, what a night you had! I suppose the only good side was that you got some spring cleaning done! X
I hope you all have a good weekend with less rain than we have had this week! I am hoping to get a day of crafting tomorrow, fingers crossed.
We had a lovely day out at a park yesterday but it was really quite chilly and grey but it didn't stop the grands and one of the adults having a great time on a large circular swing 😙 Mum you will definatley have to come with us next time. Sorry I couldn't make it today but know you will have loved your in visitor. Love to you and Pop xxxx
Sending love and hugs to you all with extras for Lilian, Val and all in need. Take care xx
Mum, that should read"your unexpected visitor" xx
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