Sunday 10 February 2013

Thinking Of You

Hello dear blog friends. I am more than ready for Winter to take a hike and allow Spring to come in. I'm getting really tired of the snow! Fortunately the rain took it's place over night and most of the snow has gone but I think more is forecast. I have been to my Zumba class this morning and oh boy did she work the upper arms!! Aching or what?

My Card
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Today's card is for my friend whose mum is very ill in hospital and thought I would just drop her a card. It had to be a quick make so I settled for a CAS card. The card is my usual 6x6 and matted with yellow pearlescent cardstock.  I then used a Martha Stewart punch - I think it's Lace Doily Edge punch - on two pieces of white and one piece of yellow and lined them up. The stamp is from JustRite stamps Grand Sentiments - not quite straight! You see, you are not the only one Patricia!!! The  flowers are actually Medium Rose and Miniature Rose from Cheery Lynne, and by just using two flowers on each I think they resemble daisies.. I always admire the corner dies that Jacqui uses  (http://jacquibourne7.blogspot.co.uk/)
so I bought the Cheery Lynn Lace Corner Deco Die C.  They are all so pretty that it was difficult to make a choice. I'm sure I'll be getting more at some point!! Lemon ribbon and pearls from my stash finished it off and it was ready for John to pop it through the letterbox as he passes shortly.

I hope you all enjoy the rest of the weekend.

Love and hugs from Christine xx

25 comments:

Jacqui's little piece of England said...

Love this card Christine those flowers just add a nice touch and of course I LOVE your corner dies :)
(I've used the same one on my card today) :)
jacqui xx

Sue said...

this is gorgeous Christine. I love the delicate colours and beautiful flowers.
Sue xx

Anonymous said...

hi Christine,
Such a delicate card could be used for all sorts of occassions with a change of sentiment, I also love Jacquis corners & will be treating myself very shortly x Sue x

Crafty Lark said...

Looks so beautifully fresh, great design. Very elegant corner. I an trying to develop a more logical approach to my die shopping. lol xx Flora

Marie-Louise said...

Beautiful card Christine. Very elegant.

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Doreen said...

This is gorgeous,such a fab design and colours.xxx

Lorraine said...

A gorgeous card Christine. I love the soft colours and pretty flowers.
Lorraine x

Rita said...

A beautiful card Christine and perfect for someone who is ill. Hugs Rita xx

Carole Z said...

Hi Christine, this is so lovely and Spring-like with the soft yellow, I am sure it will help to comfort your friend, hugs Carole Z X

Sue said...

Beautiful Christine, wish I could do zumba but unfortunately everything I loved to do I had to stop after a spinal op...many moons ago I did karate and got my black belt and ballroom and latin dancing..I was so fit and thanks to a drunk driver that was all taken away but at least I can walk again which is a blessing...think that snow is headed our way for tomorrow! and like you I'm sick of the stuff LOL hugs hun Sue J xxxxxxxxxx

Stamps and Paper said...

SUch a pretty card Christine...love the delicate corner die too

Anne

Christina Griffiths said...

This is so beautiful Christine. I love the layout and the stamping and the colour is perfect xx

Gerrie's kaarten said...

wat is dit een prachtig kaart
Gerrie xx

janieworkum said...

Je kaart is prachtig, de kleuren tinten wit/crème zijn heel toepasselijk voor deze kaart.
groetjes janie

Sonia said...

Stunning card my dear^_^
Wonderful colors and embellishments^_^
Big hug,
Sonia

melanie said...

Beautiful card >melanie

Karla said...

Prachtig kaartje Christine.

Groetjes Karla

May said...

Gorgeous card Christine, Love the detail & wonderful design.. Love those flowers... Hugs May x x x

Linda (Lindyloo) said...

Hi Christine,
A lovely card indeed. The soft lemon with white is so spring fresh and totally lovely. Sometimes simplicity brings a stylish elegance and I think you have done that beautifully.
Hope you are well. Best wishes always Linda xx

Planetsusie said...

This really is such a pretty CAS card Christine. I love the choice of colours and the border punch is beautiful.

I am sure your friend was really pleased.

Hugs to you Sue Pxxx

Patricia said...

Love it!! this is a beautiful, delicate gentle card.
Love the colours and how you have put it all together.
Sorry to hear about your snow.
Nothing here yet but the sky looks like it could dump a load on us at any time.
Happy Crafting

Patricia xx

Jenny L said...

Hi Christine,
a super card and design. I love those flowers used and the colour card you have used. I bet this has cheered her up no end. I know it would me to receive such a beautiful card.
Have a wonderful crafty day.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

Unknown said...

Hi Christine returning the visit,so pleased you took the time to visit my blog and your much appreciated comment,your creations are stunning,this card is so pretty,hope your friend's mum is ok, I am sure this will have cheered her up.I have become a follower of you too and I look forward to sharing our creations.Take Care.Jacqueline.S

scrappymo! said...

Beautiful card...love the ros of borders and the tone on tone colours. Welcome to the Christmas Card Club!

Maureen aka Scrappymo!