And a big thank you for all your lovely comments and thoughts about Tilly the Dog. We were back at the vets on Wednesday but not very good news sadly. He seems to be pretty sure that something is affecting her mobility probably by pressure on her brain (yes, there is one apparently!) or her spinal nerve, and probably a tumour, but without an MRI scan they can't be sure exactly where. We have decided at this stage that we'll go for palliative care, as an MRI scan is very expensive (4 figures) and even if money was no object it wouldn't alter the fact that we don't want her to undergo aggressive treatments like surgery or chemotherapy at her age. She's not in any obvious pain which is the main thing. She's happily pottering around and eating, etc., so the vet has started her on strong steroid treatment which has helped enormously - she's not staggering around like she's drunk, or falling over anywhere near as often! So if it all helps to make her comfortable that's all we can ask for. Back to vet this week - I'll keep you updated!
Anyway, apologies for the waffle - and if anyone stumbles across this blog they'll wonder why I'm chattering on about a dog!
I've got a card to share that was made for a special birthday, using a gorgeous Sarah Kay stamp 'Time for apple pie'
I enjoyed doing some colouring - it's definitely a good stress reliever! I've used copics and promarkers with a little pencil
The scrummy papers are from K&Co - I love their soft vintage colours and patterns. I've added some stitching, flowers from WOC, die cut leaves and swirly corner (Joanna Sheen) and Spellbinders floral oval.
The lace, ribbon and charm are from stash.
And the inside decorated to match!
Hope you like it.
Thank you again for all your lovely comments - especially for being so concerned about Tilly!
Back soon,
Kim x
I'm entering this card into the following challenges:-
Inkspirational - pink and green
Wedodoobadoo - embellish it
Sugar Creek Hollow - tic tac toe (sewing, ribbon, flowers)
Wags n Whiskers - lots of layers
Hanna & Friends - favourite colours
Its all about the vintage - lots of layers
Such A Lovely Stamp Not One I Own But The Colouring Is Stunning. Sorry News About Tilly Want The Best But My Very Says They Can Live For Years On Steroids And Hope She Has A Few More Years With You. Hugs To You And Tilly
ReplyDeleteOh wow this is just so beautifully vintage with lovely fresh colours.
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so beautiful Kim. I love Sarah Kay. You have coloured her in beautifully. Lovely vintage card. My thoughts are with you and darling Tilly. I agree with you that you are making her comfortable rather than put her through so much. I am doing the same with my cat. Michelle xx
ReplyDeleteWhat dreadful news about Tilly :0( As long as she is pain free Kim then keep on doing what you are doing. Keep up the crafting too it most definitely is a good stress reliever and your card is gorgeous. Take care, all of you xx
ReplyDeleteYour card is gorgeous Kim. I love the sweet image, fabulous colouring and such beautiful detailing.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about Tilly, it sounds like the steroids have helped her a lot and she is not in pain which is of some relief.
Take care, Sue xx
Sad to hear about Tilly Kim.If she is feeling no pain she will be happy.
ReplyDeleteLove your beautiful image and colours,gorgeous card.
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Awww Kim, I am so sorry to hear about Tilly. The hardest part about having a fur baby is having to let them go. We lost two within a year but we did the same as you... let them live out their time and make it as comfy as possible.
ReplyDeleteThis is a lovely card. I think the way you brought in the pinks with the flourish and the dress really compliment the paper. Beautiful colouring too.
So sorry to hear about Tilly. Glad that the steroids seem to be helping though. It is so sad because if you do go down the chemo road they can not tell you if their life is made better or worse with the treatment. I will still keep my fingers crossed and she is still in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteYour card is so beautiful Kim, you are a good girl doing the inserts at the same time. I am naughty and leave them till I use the card. It does make the card look so much nicer with the insert in when taking the photo.
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Cathy
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Totally beautiful card Kim, love it all. Sorry to hear about Tilly so ending loads of hugs. xx Flora
ReplyDeleteThis is such a gorgeous card Kim, love it.
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Carole xXx
Oh Kim so sorry about Tilly:( but I agree it's better to keep them comfy than have them go through all that. I wish they could tell us how they feel:(( your card is fab lots of huggles Sue xx
ReplyDeleteA beautiful card, the image and details look fantastic. Thank you for joining us at SCH this time.
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Oh Kim, so sorry to hear about Tilly...sending hugs.
ReplyDeleteLove your card, it's absolutely gorgeous and so adorable.
Wendy xx
What a great card! Wonderful coloring on that image and such detail in your embellishment. Thanks for sharing with us at Inkspirational!
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Beautiful layout, love the stitching. The colouring is perfect and the finish of the card is wonderful. Thank you for joining us at Inkspirational Challenges. Come back next time! Marina
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous and Beautiful card! Love the sweet sarah kay image, the paprs nad the pretty details! Oh, i hope your sweetheart (dog) is doing better! Good luck at the vets! Thanks for joining us over at It's All About The Vintage & Beauty Challenge! Good Luck! Hugs and sunshine
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card, Kim. Fabulous image and colours. Sorry to hear about Tilly but making her comfortable and if she is eating and drinking then that's at least a good sign that she isn't in pain :-) Hugs, Karon.
ReplyDeleteOh wow this is such a beautiful card! Love the colours and wonderful colouring!!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to hear that Tilly is doing a little better now she's on steroids and I hope you have many more happy times together.
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Gina xx
Oh! Poor little Tilly Kim..I do hope she is better now..I have been away and just read about her..all the very best..and such a gorgeous card you have made here..the colours are gorgeous and love the image and fabulous colouring...beautiful.
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Such a beautiful card, Kim with gorgeous colouring!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about Tilly! As a dog owner myself I know what a worry it is when they are ill. My fingers are crossed that she continues to respond well to treatment! Hugs! xx
Your card is beautifully made; your coloring is gorgeous. I'm glad you have your craft to help you through this tough time. Thanks for joining us at Sugar Creek Hollow for the Tic Tac Toe challenge.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful card Kim, your colours and papers are gorgeous. I love this Sarah Kay, Apple pie time is adorable and your colouring is wonderful..............fabulous embellishments!!
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Heather xx
Oh so sorry to hear about poor Tilly. I'm glad the steroids are helping though. You don't see Sarah Kays very often which is a shame cause they are so lovely. You've colored this one so prettily and the spray of blooms is a delight. Sending hugs to you and Tilly.
ReplyDeleteOh Kim, so sorry to hear about Tilly, I'm pleased the steroids are helping. Love your beautiful card, beautifully coloured image and details.
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Caz x
Sorry to hear your news about Tilly, lets hope the meds can help her feel better for a long time. Gorgeous card, love the colours you've used. Thanks for joining us at We Do Doobadoo this time
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oh, i love sarah kay! it´s a very cute also vintage card.
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Gorgeous, I love the image, and the papers go fabulously well with it, and that little tree charm is just perfect, hugs, Colette xx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Kim, I love that image, always a firm favourite, and the colour combo is just so perfect....
ReplyDeleteSo sorry Tilly is 'unwell', I hope she is ok, take care.xxx
Wow! That's a gorgeous card! Your image is colored so beautifully! Thanks for joining us at Hanna & Friends. Hugs, Susanne.
ReplyDeleteHi Kim sorry to read your little dog not too well, so sad....
ReplyDeleteyour card is gorgeous really pretty, hope you are well and not to busy x carol
Awww what a sweet card, and beautifully coloured too :)
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear wee Tilly is responding to the steroids and isn't in any pain.
Vets bills are frightening ... Ruby was there with a sore leg a while back, and by the time they were finished it was about £700 (which thankfully the insurance covered!)
A beautiful card Kim - I'm always in awe of the depth of colour you obtain in your colouring. Hope Tilly is soon on the road to recovery xxSarahxx
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