tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post8797484919490128974..comments2024-03-28T22:10:59.521+00:00Comments on Cotswold Crafter: Pretty Pink Floral Birthday!Sandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-28047452153882044462015-01-27T00:23:08.947+00:002015-01-27T00:23:08.947+00:00Hi Sandra
What can I say, yes I know Beautiful,Bea...Hi Sandra<br />What can I say, yes I know Beautiful,Beautiful and hundred more ! I think even I could try making this one or, No as I have not got those fab.dies and not the lovely flowers so I leave it to You ,Lynda, Sue and some other amazing ladie's to continue my journey into card making. I love seeing what you all coming up with every day. Starting to feel pretty slow but that might be a good thing lol How are you doing, seeing the doc.for that knee ?<br />Hope you had a rest yesterday ,you must be so sore bless you. Rg the school I Do hope you and Paul will get some answers and apologies in due course !! Will ask my sister how much she takes for the puppies and come back...... Bed or acer thats the question ? Acer or listening to snoring lol He's still up too (chest-infection) sigh. Wish you a goodish night Maria xMariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05672255244916708700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-57848440090258749742015-01-27T00:06:32.600+00:002015-01-27T00:06:32.600+00:00Hi Pat,
I am so pleased you have returned, there h...Hi Pat,<br />I am so pleased you have returned, there have been a few welcomes for you today in the posts. They are the best bunch of ladies there could ever be, so friendly caring and helpful.<br />thank you for the lovely comment about my card that is very kind of you.<br />I too thought that machine was a little expensive. If ever you need a bigger die cut, if I have one you would like then I will gladly cut you a few and post them, so feel free to ask if there is anything you fancy in particular,<br />I am off to bed now, as it is late, I didn't finish my card until late tonight so I am all behind.<br />Love and hugs<br />Sandra xxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-86688220939524402872015-01-27T00:01:29.201+00:002015-01-27T00:01:29.201+00:00Hi Myra,
I am glad all the comments have been usef...Hi Myra,<br />I am glad all the comments have been useful, I emailed Sue today and ask if she could design a machine as she gets things spot on for what we need and I am sure it would be the perfect machine! she probably thinks I have gone mad!<br />it would just be nice if they were honest when they sold you the machines in the first place!<br />I am glad you are enjoying the blog, I love it!!!<br />sending you huge hugs<br />Sandra xxxxxxxxxxxx<br /> Sandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-2910883071068637612015-01-26T23:57:30.722+00:002015-01-26T23:57:30.722+00:00Hi Pat,
Thanks for the lovely comment about my car...Hi Pat,<br />Thanks for the lovely comment about my card today.<br />if you like on Wednesday I will sit with you and help you order what you need. if that helps. <br />My coach has given me the week off from athletics, I had to get a sick note from my mum, he said he wishes he hadn't pushed me so hard and expected me to carry salsa and walk!!! haha<br />you do make me smile!<br />love you lots<br />Sandra xxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-59584964757003821762015-01-26T23:53:37.291+00:002015-01-26T23:53:37.291+00:00Hi Saba,
Thank you for your lovely comments, you a...Hi Saba,<br />Thank you for your lovely comments, you are most welcome on my blog, my home is your home! so put the kettle on! haha<br />You did make me laugh about your wine and matting and layering,<br />I know the feeling, maybe if we had a go at making a card under the influence it may turn out 'perfectly distressed' and that's trendy right now! but I fear the only thing that would be distressed is us at the bloomin mess! so here's to crafting sober!<br />I have made a man card for tomorrow!<br />I have no clue as to Sue's surprise the only thing that has me puzzled is that last time Sunrise Crafts had Sue's new dies to view before Sue launched them and they have no new Sue dies as yet!<br />Well You will be glad I don't have the webcam on as I am sat on the edge of the bed with a towel wrapped around me, just out of the shower and somebody is gently snoring beside me, so I had better go. goodnight my lovely,<br />Hugs<br />Sandra xxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-21372244206868559792015-01-26T23:42:38.143+00:002015-01-26T23:42:38.143+00:00Oh Sam,
you say such lovely things, your kinds are...Oh Sam,<br />you say such lovely things, your kinds are beautiful too.<br />That particular die is so versatile, I think it was Sue W that introduced me to it a couple of years back. Not sure how long you have been following Sue, but she used to do all the big Spellbinder launches on create and craft (sorry if you already knew that).<br />Her shows were amazing and always sell outs!<br />I think if you explore around some of the buttons there are templates to give you ideas, if not just have a practice post and see what it looks like, nothing to lose!<br />Look forward to hearing from you tomorrow my lovely,<br />Hugs<br />Sandra xxxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-18821730398097080682015-01-26T23:36:57.828+00:002015-01-26T23:36:57.828+00:00Hi Littlelamb,
Wow that sounds confusing, I hope y...Hi Littlelamb,<br />Wow that sounds confusing, I hope you have marked off on the calendar when you change from 6 to 4!<br />good news about your driving though, take it easy at first though, just until you get your confidence back.<br />thanks for the lovely comment about the card.<br />Big Hugs<br />Sandra xxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-65757342365146393842015-01-26T23:33:54.707+00:002015-01-26T23:33:54.707+00:00Hi Lynda,
or should I call you virgin mary! haha
T...Hi Lynda,<br />or should I call you virgin mary! haha<br />Thank you for the lovely chat on the phone this afternoon, not sure where the time went, we certainly weren't lost for words, haha.<br />Thanks for the lovely comments,<br />Sandra xxxx<br />Sandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-61558813016608058532015-01-26T23:31:27.660+00:002015-01-26T23:31:27.660+00:00Hi Maureen,
Thanks for the lovely comment about my...Hi Maureen,<br />Thanks for the lovely comment about my card.<br />Its a pity George couldn't virtually deliver us all a coffee, wouldn't that be lovely.<br />Please take it easy my love, this virus has clearly taken it out of you and if its your first day out of bed the slightest thing will exhaust you so baby steps, get up have a little potter about and then rest please, let your body recover enough to get rid of that virus for good, just another week of taking it easy, you clearly hadn't completely got rid of it from last time.<br />Drink plenty and maybe get back to the doctors about the headaches, you have me all worried. <br />I am awaiting a response from the school, so watch this space.<br />You take care please,<br />Gentle healing hugs,<br />Sandra xxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-3946520326628494252015-01-26T23:24:14.429+00:002015-01-26T23:24:14.429+00:00Oh Margaret,
I was so worried about you, I seem to...Oh Margaret,<br />I was so worried about you, I seem to remember you did mention something to do with the internet, but when I hadn't seen you or on here for a couple of days, my little heart was racing, but luckily we got a message to you and all was well.<br />See my lovely the place just 'aint the same without you'! so welcome home! I will get the kettle on!<br />Bella is doing well now, but hates the vet, the night before she had her stitches out she slept in our room and she was fidgeting all night, I could here her cleaning her self and it sounded like she was biting her nails, but no the little minx had removed her own stitches, boy was I worried, but the vet said that she did a better job than he could and left no marks! I tell you if its not the chidren its the pets!<br />We have had some lovely discussions this past week, but ready to start a new one so any suggestions, you get the ball rolling!<br />I just love how everyone interacts with each other!<br />Sending you the biggest welcome back hug,<br />Sandra xxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-13020600056746104072015-01-26T23:16:12.423+00:002015-01-26T23:16:12.423+00:00Hi Sue,
I think I will wait a couple of days to s...Hi Sue, <br />I think I will wait a couple of days to see what happens, otherwise I could miss out on something extra special!<br />Its funny you should say that about Sue as I emailed her earlier asking her to do the very same thing! haha we must be physic!<br />Well after leaving messages and waiting to hear back all day, I rather think I am going to have to wait until Paul can take me to the school so that we can deal with this face to face!<br />Thank you for your kind words, you ladies have kept me going over the last few days!<br />hugest of hugs<br />Sandra xxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-2974731657858934332015-01-26T21:37:51.194+00:002015-01-26T21:37:51.194+00:00Hi Sandra. A bit of a later post today as I had to...Hi Sandra. A bit of a later post today as I had to rush off to work this morning. You have given us such a pretty card today, thank you. You do just right to treat yourself to some new dies, or have you decided to wait and see if Sue is launching some more? Wouldn't it be good if instead she had "invented" a new machine that actually cuts across the width of the plate? I hope that you got some answers from Lucy's school today, without it being too stressful for you. Remember - they were in the wrong! Take care of yourself. Sue xxxCraftySuetoohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05680558302839341241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-74773560621690083012015-01-26T21:15:47.137+00:002015-01-26T21:15:47.137+00:00Hello sweetheart just when you thought I had gone ...Hello sweetheart just when you thought I had gone awol I am back thanks to a wonderful BT broadband engineer who has been here most of the morning 'playing with his toys' and having cups of tea. We have had no broadband for a week and I have so missed paying my daily visits to you to see your stunning and beautiful creations and my daily trips down memory lane about those lovely sweets that used to be available years ago.<br />I hope you are well or as well as possible and your kitten has recovered from her surgery by now. I have quickly looked at your stunning cards but as yet have not had time to read your posts but when time is available I shall, so I hope the family are all recovered by now.<br />take care<br />With love and hugs<br />Margaret corgi ownerMargaret corgi ownerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07044940577122022288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-9713658384815792292015-01-26T20:02:40.674+00:002015-01-26T20:02:40.674+00:00Another lovely card. Hope all went well at the sc...Another lovely card. Hope all went well at the school today and you got some answers. I had a check up on my cataract op today and the eye is still inflamed so I have different drops and have to put them in 6 times a day for 2 weeks then 4 times a day for two weeks then go back but couldn't get an appointment for 4 weeks so have to wait 5 weeks. I was able to drive today as the other eye which I have already had the op on is 20/20 vision so very good.Littlelambhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08087457203137939264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-476963749826384502015-01-26T19:35:42.820+00:002015-01-26T19:35:42.820+00:00Hello my lovely
Sandra it was really lovely chatt...Hello my lovely <br />Sandra it was really lovely chatting to you on the phone,it was like we have known each other for age's.Sorry I ment to ask how you got on at Lucy's school,hope you let the have it .<br />Your card today is gorgeous the colours are so pretty & your beautiful flower arrangement as always just right. Your so talented Sandra. Look forward to tomorrow's card.<br />Lots of love Lynda xxxLynda's craft'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01532280747477027294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-25270946660150079872015-01-26T19:09:18.325+00:002015-01-26T19:09:18.325+00:00Hi Sandra
A bit late I know but better late than n...Hi Sandra<br />A bit late I know but better late than never. First of all I'd like to welcome Patwyn and Saba to your blog. Your names nearly the same as mine Pat. Back to Your card Sandra, another stunner today. Love your pink cards. And your flowers are simply gorgeous. Must take the measurements of your flowers, so I can order a few. I understand your having a meeting today. Must have missed that somewhere. Go girl and kick ass. Big big hugs to you today and hope your knee isn't playing up. No athletics today, have a rest from training.Pat S Witneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01805104841993312589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-66366988629536850512015-01-26T18:18:42.874+00:002015-01-26T18:18:42.874+00:00Hi Sandra,
Love your pink floral card, it's ri...Hi Sandra,<br />Love your pink floral card, it's right up my street. Your flowers are so pretty and so beautifully arranged, I don't know how you do it. If I am putting more than one flower on my cards I dither for ages trying to decide just where to position them, honestly, it can take me half an hour sometimes so if I was putting so many on it would probably take me all week.!!!<br />Today I really wanted to make a girly, pink, blingy, pretty card, but as luck would have it I had to get on and make a dreaded "Man's" card for my son in law. I loathe making cards for men and most of them don't really care either way whether you have put your blood sweat and tears into it.<br />Still haven't finished it and if I want to have a glass of wine with dinner I had really better crack on. My matting and layering can be a bit hit and miss at the best of times, but after a glass of wine, well, they are not good. Mind you, after the said glass, I find I really don't care.<br />I had a look at John next doors blog today and he is going to be on C&C, I thing on the 31st and he mentioned something about a "sneak peak", so I expect Sue's surprise this week is going to be a new launch. I am in two minds. One part is so excited and the other is thinking oh no, I still can't afford to get the ones from my last wish list!<br /><br />Been thinking about you today Sandra and hope all went well and you got the apology and explanations you deserve.<br />Better try and publish now, hope I don't end up with a pizza challenge like I did on Sue's this morning, that was so weird, glad it made you laugh Myra and you are right toast would have been much more appropriate.<br />Love and hugs to you all, <br />and a big welcome to Patwyn, I am a newcomer as well and have been <br />made to feel so welcome on Sandra's lovely blog.<br />SabaTooth Fairy Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05102182308435269314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-24206501303480179342015-01-26T14:29:19.620+00:002015-01-26T14:29:19.620+00:00Hi Sandra
Firstly thank you so much for welcoming ...Hi Sandra<br />Firstly thank you so much for welcoming me to your blog. I am looking forward to getting to know all your blog friends and seeing more of your lovely creations. Today's card is gorgeous, very pretty colours. <br />I read your blog about what happened at Lucy's school and I was appalled and disgusted by what was done. I hope you and Paul get a satisfactory outcome today. Go give 'em hell!<br />Hope you don't mind, but I would like to thank Steph for her welcome last night. I was so pleased to receive such a nice message.<br />Also thanks to Sue (Mrs B) and Hazel for their information on the XCut machine. It's good to hear other crafters opinions on these machines as it is not a cheap purchase, especially when you are on a budget. <br />Thank you Sandra for the info on the new Big Shot machine. I did look it up and it is a bit expensive as I am on a limited budget at the moment. Must say it looked okay and if it is half as good as the one I have got now it will be worth saving for it. Will wait for some reviews.<br />Take care all you lovely ladies,<br />Love and hugs<br />Pat xx <br /> patwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15236559081836427765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-20815118190564878582015-01-26T12:12:53.080+00:002015-01-26T12:12:53.080+00:00Hi Sandra,
Hi to everyone who pops in and makes t...Hi Sandra, <br />Hi to everyone who pops in and makes this such a fun place to be ! Agree with Steph's lovely description!<br />Today's card is really lovely and your little flowers are gorgeous! I'm going to have a look for Wild Orchid flowers . I love the neatness of your cards Sandra and everything always looks just right! Thank you.<br />Thanks too to Sue, (Mrs B) re the Xcut machine. I will have a look at that too. I'm on handle number 2 from GC but it keeps falling off - usually while I'm turning the handle . One of these days it will not go back in .<br />Have a good day everyone! Love this blog!<br />Lots of love, <br />Myra xxxx<br />PS. - hope all goes well today Sandra! Be thinking of you and Paul. xMyrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14667747125575972770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-33366319932919116482015-01-26T12:00:26.185+00:002015-01-26T12:00:26.185+00:00Hello Sandra,
Your card today is gorgeous, The col...Hello Sandra,<br />Your card today is gorgeous, The colours, the flowers and the whole composition is lovely.<br />Steph, this is no virtual coffee shop, as I was reading your post George appeared with a cup for me, how scary is that!!!? I also agree that those of us who are retired, and on small pensions, do not have the money to constantly buy new sets of dies.<br />Brenda, I was up for first time in a week yesterday for a few hours. Went with George this morning at 7.20 for the school run (we let daughter and son-in-law go to work and we see to the girls) but have had to come to bed to recover. Don't know what is the matter, this virus has drained all energy and the headaches are horrendous, I suppose it's just a matter of time.<br />Sandra, I hope you get some joy from the school regarding the problem last week, and don't let them make you upset, uptight or unhappy. <br />love xx<br />Maureen Killenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04706260334646673279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-23424696494181724402015-01-26T11:33:51.829+00:002015-01-26T11:33:51.829+00:00Hi Hazel,
Rant all you want, get it off your chest...Hi Hazel,<br />Rant all you want, get it off your chest, it's all good information!<br />So frustrating though, sometimes you don't want to buy online, it would be nice at times to go into a shop and try things out, infact I think that's an idea, if Hobbycraft had machines on display that you can have a go on, you could take an intricate die with you and do your own bit of research.<br />The Xcut seems to be getting quite good reviews!<br />I was watching Tim Holtz on You Tube yesterday introducing some of his new ranges at CHA 15, he still uses his Sizzix Vagabond machine, but it looked quite a faff as you have to keep the button pressed in until the plates have gone through, so you may as well be winding a handle! In my opinion!<br />Well must go as Paul will be in for lunch in a few minutes and I have been "blogging since 8am, I'm still jot dressed" tut tut naughty me!<br />I have a list of 'points' to write before calling the school?<br />Love & hugs<br />Sandra cxxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-14011681049050567592015-01-26T11:18:18.883+00:002015-01-26T11:18:18.883+00:00Hi Sue,
Thanks so much for taking the time to expl...Hi Sue,<br />Thanks so much for taking the time to explain X cut to Patwyn, we all know what it us like to make a major purchase like that not knowing wether you are doing the right thing, when the Grand Calibur came our there weren't many alternatives, but of late the machines have been a bit hut and miss quality wise, but they have bought out the New Teal GC with all neural gearing, Pat (witney) had half one for a couple of weeks so we will see how she gets on, so far so good though.<br />Don't worry about the length of your post Sue, you know me, "the bigger the better. ;) <br />Thanks for your lovely words about card.<br />Sending you great big hugs,<br />Love too,<br />Sandra xxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-43121151114396092892015-01-26T11:08:22.130+00:002015-01-26T11:08:22.130+00:00Firstly I would like to thank you for allowing me ...Firstly I would like to thank you for allowing me to show your stunning card, as you saw, everyone loved it, I love the idea of having a "guest designer" now and then, we get to see a variety of card styles and techniques too.<br />I hope your training doesn't go on for too long, it's usually stuff you already know anyway, even worse that you aren't getting paid!<br />I am off for a top up from Wild Orchid!<br />Hugs<br />Sandra xxxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-43732792193989989042015-01-26T10:45:16.884+00:002015-01-26T10:45:16.884+00:00Thanks Theresa,
I am guessing you are in agony ble...Thanks Theresa,<br />I am guessing you are in agony bless you my lovely!<br />Get on the phone and tell them you can't cope with this anymore!<br />gentle hugs<br />Sandra xxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-81515569876050697912015-01-26T10:40:40.741+00:002015-01-26T10:40:40.741+00:00Good morning Jacquie,
Thanks for your kind words a...Good morning Jacquie,<br />Thanks for your kind words and for the note about my win, what a fab way to start the week!<br />I will pop across to see what you have been up to later,<br />Thanks for dropping in,<br />Hugs<br />Sandra xxxxxSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.com