Hello peeps,
It's been a busy couple of days here, Jake had a beautiful send off yesterday, the sun shone, lots of motorbikes made his last journey with him & hundreds of people went to his funeral. The start had to be delayed while the crematorium staff were rushing around setting up loud speakers outside in the gardens so the people who couldn't get inside could still hear the service as there was just no way everyone could fit inside.
This afternoon I have had a house full all awaiting heading off for a ride to the beach in Jake's memory. Jode & hubby have gone on his bike & the group who left from here looked lovely wearing special polo shirts over their jackets which Jodie has been busy organising with Jake's name and dates of his life on the back which I think was such a lovely gesture and also good as it has kept her busy.
It's time to get down to business as I'm so late with my post, I've been typing it over a couple of days as pins & needles in my arm is driving me nuts & I intended finishing it this morning but with the hoards arriving I didn't get chance.
This weeks challenge at
is that old favourite
My lovely teamies & I are featuring Hero Arts products on our creations this week.
Ingredients -
Featured Hero Arts products - Felt Angels, Holiday Cheer Messages & white embossing powder
Image - Magnolia, Little Tilda
Medium - Copics
Papers - Magnolia Ice Princess & Snowy Wood
Twine - Hemptique
Flower - Prima, Gillian
Resin Cherub - Prima
Charms - Darice
Sparkle - Donna Salazar Sugar Shimmer
Pearls - Hero Arts 3mm & 5mm
Tools - Magnolia Doo Hickey so wrapped lovely heart, Old Swedish Lace, Martha Stewart Aspen & Himalayan snowflake punches, CC Designs Olive branches & MFT die-namics Icicle border
The Copic colours I've used are -
skin - E11, E00, E000, R20, E93, hair - E44, E43, E41, wings - C3, C1, C00, dress & tights - B32, B00, B000 / C1, C00
Don't forget to keep an eye on the STORE BLOG peeps for lots of inspiration, new goodies in store and also changes to win candy :)
I'm entering my card in the following challenges -
Just Magnolia - show me a heart & Make It Monday - anything goes, The Sketchy Challenge - sketch, Crafting For All Seasons - stitching, Divas By Design - celebrate, Just Keep On Creating - Christmas, Penny's Paper-Crafty - sparkle & shine, The Perfect Sentiment - anything goes with a sentiment, Crafty Sentiments - lets sparkle, Creative Card Crew - Christmas, Deep Ocean - things with wings, Everybody Art - anything goes, Paper & Such Design - wings & things, Stamp & Create - stitch it up, The Crazy Challenge - anything goes, Magnolia Down Under - all stitched up, Christmas Stampin' All Year Long - non traditional colours, Crafty Ann's - Christmas in August, Crafty Catz - ribbons & bows, Fairytale - song inspiration (Angels, Robbie Williams), Frosted Designs - twine / ribbon, Inspire Me Fridays - anything goes,
Thanks for stopping by
Image - Magnolia, Little Tilda
Medium - Copics
Papers - Magnolia Ice Princess & Snowy Wood
Twine - Hemptique
Flower - Prima, Gillian
Resin Cherub - Prima
Charms - Darice
Sparkle - Donna Salazar Sugar Shimmer
Pearls - Hero Arts 3mm & 5mm
Tools - Magnolia Doo Hickey so wrapped lovely heart, Old Swedish Lace, Martha Stewart Aspen & Himalayan snowflake punches, CC Designs Olive branches & MFT die-namics Icicle border
The Copic colours I've used are -
skin - E11, E00, E000, R20, E93, hair - E44, E43, E41, wings - C3, C1, C00, dress & tights - B32, B00, B000 / C1, C00
As always our lovely Heidi is sponsoring our challenge with a fabby $50 spending spree in the
Don't forget to keep an eye on the STORE BLOG peeps for lots of inspiration, new goodies in store and also changes to win candy :)
I'm entering my card in the following challenges -
Just Magnolia - show me a heart & Make It Monday - anything goes, The Sketchy Challenge - sketch, Crafting For All Seasons - stitching, Divas By Design - celebrate, Just Keep On Creating - Christmas, Penny's Paper-Crafty - sparkle & shine, The Perfect Sentiment - anything goes with a sentiment, Crafty Sentiments - lets sparkle, Creative Card Crew - Christmas, Deep Ocean - things with wings, Everybody Art - anything goes, Paper & Such Design - wings & things, Stamp & Create - stitch it up, The Crazy Challenge - anything goes, Magnolia Down Under - all stitched up, Christmas Stampin' All Year Long - non traditional colours, Crafty Ann's - Christmas in August, Crafty Catz - ribbons & bows, Fairytale - song inspiration (Angels, Robbie Williams), Frosted Designs - twine / ribbon, Inspire Me Fridays - anything goes,
Hi Mandy! This is absolutely heavenly....love your magnificent coloring of this lovely Tilda and the design and details are phenomenal.
ReplyDeleteWow, wonderful card!!! Love it!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Mandy - love the sweet image and gorgeous colours. Hugs, Claire x
ReplyDeleteAh Mandy, it must have been a hard day.
ReplyDeleteYour card is a beauty, as always. I love this colour combo and all these lovely resin charms. Jen x
OMG, she is absolutely magnificent!!!! I LOVE your card and the soft colours you used! I'm sorry for your loss and I hope your arm will get better. Hugs, Brigitte
ReplyDeleteMandy, your card is gorgeous! Hugs! xx
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like Jake had a wunderful farewell Mandy, a very hard but beautiful day for all his beloved ones I'm sure!
ReplyDeleteYour card is soooooo pretty and this little Tilda is the sweetest thing!
Hugs, Irene
Fantastic card. Love it....joann sassy raggedy
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Mandy :-) all the details are sooo pretty :-)
ReplyDeleteso sorry you have had a hard few days and today must have been so sad ,,,:-( sending a HUGE HUG xx
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Lols x x x
Stunning card, the image is gorgeous and I LOVE all the detailing
ReplyDeleteSue
I love visit your blog Mandy, every time you did an enchantment for my eyes:) This creation is stunning, sweet, elegant^_^
ReplyDeleteBig big hug,
Sonia
Hi Mandy stunning card!!!
ReplyDeleteAwe!! Mandy, she is so adorable, Love your layout, colouring and those gorgeous embellishments. This is such a gorgeous Christmas card hon.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Suzi x
Gosh Mandy this is so beautiful x
ReplyDeleteMandy, this is adorable-but your cards always are.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad jake had a nice send off, it's still a huge shame someone so young has to go. Big hugs though chick, I can't imagine how hard it must be for your daughter and you.
Hugs Bex xx
Beautiful card Mandy, lovely colouring and design. Debs xx
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous card. I love the colours.
ReplyDeleteBig hugs,
Nikki x
Truly beautiful Mandy. Love everything about it.
ReplyDeleteHugs Sharon. x
Gorgeous card Mandy - love that angel in the corner.
ReplyDeleteSo pleased that Jake had a good send off - it is sooo hard when someone so young is taken.
Big Hugs to you and your daughter.
Denise xxxxx
Big hugs Mandy sounds like Jakes farewell was just right. Your card is stunning as always just fab colouring hugs rebekah xx
ReplyDeleteStunning card Mandy :)
ReplyDeleteLove the colours and all your amazing embellies...and look at Tilda! Ain't she just a cutie pie (I did buy one from this set...but I can't remember which one I bought ha!)
I'm glad to hear the day went as well as is possible. (Big hugs to Jodie)
Love Elaine xx
Oi Mandy,
ReplyDeleteAmei seu cartĂŁo.
Acho muito lindo e fico boba quem tem essa facilidade de fazer cartĂŁo, tag's enfim essas coisinhas pequenas.
Realmente já vi que não levo jeito para isso.
Querida, obrigada pela visita e pelo recadinho carinhoso.
Bjos no seu coração.
Fique na PAZ sempre.
Mandy, this is stunning! Your details always blow me away! :)
ReplyDeleteWow, Mandy, this is really fantastic, wonderful colours.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Melodie
i`m glad the send of went ok,how lovely so many people went too,such a shame life can be cruel.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely thing of Jodie to do too.
Your card is gorgeous as ever,i do hope the pins + needles stops soon.
Love your adorable, gorgeous card Mandy.
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Debby
What a gorgeous card, I love the pretty pastels :o)
ReplyDeleteJackie xx
Beautiful card hun - hope life gets better for you soon
ReplyDeleteSarah x
This is fabulous Mandy, thank you for sharing it with us at Crafty Ann's
ReplyDeleteAnn x
What an adorable card! I love that image and your coloring is superb. Thanks for playing along with us at Paper and Such!
ReplyDeleteStunning Mandy!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for playing at MDUC this week,
Hugs Kylie x
Absolutely STUNNING Mandy..Loz
ReplyDeleteWow totally stunning card !
ReplyDeleteWat een prachtig kaartje Mandy.
ReplyDeleteEcht schitterend mooi.
Gr Leny Hempen
Hi Mandy, this is an especially stunning card - I adore that cherub. I'm glad everything went well for Jake and am sure Jodie will be OK, given time.
ReplyDeleteHugs Allex
Gorgeous! hugs Lotta
ReplyDeleteThis is really gorgeous Mandy. Saw you over at MIM.
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Cathy
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Mandy this is so stunning, love it and I LOVE that sweet little embellishment on the corner, oh thats gorgeous.xx
ReplyDeleteForgot to say, Thanks for joining us at CraftyCatz this week.xxx lol..
ReplyDeleteThis little angel is so adorable.
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining us at Fairy tale.
LG Michelle
Oh Mandy!! Such a stunning card! Thank you for joining MDUC this week too.
ReplyDeleteBig hugs, Camilla
Stunning card Mandy!! Love that resin cherub!!
ReplyDeletehugs...
Stunning card Mandy, so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Caz x
Hi Wow incredible Love the blues and that angel ! Stunning details ;0) x
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning. Sue x
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card, Mandy! I really love all the girly embellishments you added and this card really has gotten me in the mood for the holidays!!! :)
ReplyDelete*mwah*
Steph
Simon Says Stamp!
What a lovely card! Thank you for joining us at Fairy Tale Challenge! xx Bianca
ReplyDeleteOh this is stunning! I saw your card on MIM and had to drop by for a closer look.
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--Cheryl--
This is so darling and your soft coloring and white elements are so elegant! Thanks for joining us at CSAYL! :)
ReplyDeleteBEAUTIFUL!!! Lovely Colors.. and your Coloring is Gorgeous.. :o).. Perfect sewing.. and those Angels.. WOW.. Stunning.. I love the border die cut.. and the way you have used it.. FAB Card! :o)
ReplyDeleteThank you for Joining us at Just Magnolia and Hanglar & Stanglar Challenge :o)
Hugs Solveig (Sol)
Darling card. I love so many of your details. Love the softness of the card.
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining us at Creative Card Crew.
Mari
Wow, just love it! Your colouring is fabulous
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining us for our Christmas challenge at The Creative Card Crew
Margaret
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your card is beautiful and light as a feather~
ReplyDeleteWhen I dropped by earlier I forgot to thank you for joining the Paper and Such Wings and Things challenge.
ReplyDeleteHi Mandy, wow, this is stunning. I love this new Tilda and your colouring is amazing. Your detail as always is fantastic.
ReplyDeleteHugs Sue W.
Another stunner Mandy, I love everything about your cards, you can tell you take so much care and pay attention to every detail x
ReplyDeleteTruly beautiful card. All the details combine to make it breathtaking!
ReplyDeleteThanks for playing with us @ The Perfect Sentiment. Hope you'll play again!
Such a lovely Christmas card! Thanks so much for joining us at the creative card crew for our challenge. Good Luck!
ReplyDeleteDenise
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Wow, this is gorgeous. So many lovely details !
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining The Crazy Challenge.
Hugs Berit
This is a really beautiful Christmas card, that little angel is really cute.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing your card at Christmas is just around the corner at Just keep on creating, I hope you will continue to play along :)
Very pretty Christmas card! Thanks for joining us at Creative Card Crew!
ReplyDeleteSuper sweet Mandy, love how soft and pretty this is not to mention that cute little cherub..hugs
ReplyDeletehello Mandy, thanks to play with us at CSAYL this week, what a sweet and nice card you made, hope to see you next time, biz
ReplyDeleteOMGOODNESS Mandy!!! I just stumbled upon your blog and I just have to say these are the most beautiful card creations. You are so talented! Your layering and embellishments are perfectly placed, and the colours are so soft! I'm just starting out with creating my own and this is definitely intimidating and inspiring all at the same time! Beautiful!
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