Considering it is only the middle of March it has been a pretty rough few months. Yesterday I had some news which knocked me for a six. A very good friend (her husband was in our wedding party) has just been diagnosed with an extremely aggressive form of leukaemia. She has just had her first chemo so the sentiment on my card is perfect for the situation I think. She is a fighter. I thought I would make her a card at each treatment so here is the first.
My Card
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I have used these two sets of stamps from Our Daily Bread Designs before, but they are particular favourites of mine. The sentiment is from the Keep Climbing set, and the image is from Bird and Butterfly Labels. I stamped them with Tsukineko pigment ink Pearlescent Crimson and die cut with SB Labels 18. The patterned backing papers are Forever Friends and the others are from my stash, together with the pearls. The 3D butterflies are Hobbycraft Fly Stickers.
Well that's it for today. Hope the snow stops soon; it is a real white world here again today!
Love and hugs from Christine xx
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This is such a lovely card Christine its just a shame that we have to make these type of cards but I'm sure your friend will love it
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A really beautiful card Christine and should really lift your friend's spirits. Hope everything goes well for her.
ReplyDeleteLovely card Christine, gorgeous colours ...your friend will love it
ReplyDeleteAnne
A beautiful card and sentiment Christine, your friend will appreciate it. Been quite dry and bright here. Carol x
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful...love the design and gorgeous colours.xxx
ReplyDeleteAwww hugs Christine..she will love this and as im typing this we are having sleet coming down..I wish it would go away! this is a lovely card huggles hun Sue J xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Christine, sure that not only will she love that you made it for her but also that you are thinking of her - you's lovely! Karen x
ReplyDeleteHi Christine, this is so special and I'm sure your friend will too.
ReplyDeleteHugs Sue W.
Wat een beeldschone kaart Christine, ik denk dat je vriend deze ook mooi vind.
ReplyDeletegroetjes Janie
Pretty card, love the colour, thanks for joining us at happy campers, Pauline x
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous card Christine. I love the colours and pretty little butterflies.
ReplyDeleteLorraine x
ReplyDeleteChristine, it's so great of you to make your friend a card for each treatment, it will help lift her spirits if she is a fighter she will hopefully get through this. She needs friends to be there for her at this time a just getting a beautiful card will show her you care.
Hazel
So sorry to hear about your friend Christine. I am sure that your beautiful card will help to lift her spirits and she is sure to know how much you care for her. The sentiment is just so beautiful and the soft colours are gorgeous
ReplyDeleteTake care
Hugs Sue
Sorry to hear your sad news Christine. I'm sure your gorgeous card will certainly go a long way in cheering her up. Hugs Rita xxx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Christine, what dreadful news so sorry to hear that, lots of positive vibes heading there.
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Elaine
Hi Christine, Sorry to hear about your friend, thinking about her and sending some Hugs. Your card is beautiful, great colour, she will love it. That sentiment is just perfect, wish I had that when I was sending cards to Hazel last year.
ReplyDeleteA Late Happy Birthday for your brother. WOW! that`s a great background he has, certainly a talking point.
Oh! My! goodness just looked up and it is snowing quite heavily. Will "Spring" ever come??
Have a Great Day
Patricia xxx
Wonderful card my dear creative friend^_^
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Sonia
Hi Christine i am so sorry to hear about your friends news I am sure this beautiful card will help give her some comfort in this very difficult time.
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lorraine x
Hi Christine, I am so sorry to read the news of your friend; I'm sure your lovely card will be much appreciated, hugs Carole Z xx
ReplyDeleteSorry about your friend, Christine. You'vr a gorgeous card, which will be cherished for sure!
ReplyDeleteI apologise for not visiting sooner… been poorly all weekend. I miss seeing your beautiful projects.
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You used wonderfull colours for this pretty card Christine!
ReplyDeleteLia xxx
Hi Christine,
ReplyDeleteJust dropping by to say thank you for following me over at Bloglovin,I've just clicked the button and I'm now following you...How funny we are both in Oxfordshire,I'm about 8 miles from Oxford.... Beautiful card for your friend,lovely sentiment sending best wishes to her...
Mandy x
Sorry to hear that.That's sad news.Thinking of you.Your card is so pretty.Thanks for joining in withus over at Nutcrafters.Hugs Debbie x
ReplyDeleteSo Sorry to hear of your dear friend's diagnosis Christine..I'm sure she will be delighted with this wonderful card & perfect sentiment... Lots of love & thoughts to her... Hugs May x x x
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear of your friends diagnosis Christine. I think it is wonderful that you are going to make a card every treatment. She will need every bit of positivity she can to get through it all. I'm not sure that is even a word but you know what I mean.
ReplyDeleteYour sentiment stamp is outstanding and your whole card is so upbeat...she will love it!
Hi Christine,
ReplyDeleteI' sorry about your friend, I hope she will fight and stay strong and with God's will she will recover. I ams ure she will love your card as much as I do. Thank you for playing along with us at Lady Anne's Stamp Challenge and we hope to see you again soon. Good Luck :)
Hugs,
Asmah
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Great card. Thank You for sharing with us at Lady Anne's Challenges. I hope we see you again soon.
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Beautiful sentiment and wonderful design. Love the special touch of butterflies! Thanks for joining us at Lady Anne's Stamp challenge.
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