Wednesday 28 May 2014

Friendship

Hello all and I hope that all is well with you and that you enjoyed a relaxing Bank Holiday weekend (for those in the UK!) and that you've all had some sunshine wherever you are.  Thank you so much for all your lovely thoughts and comments about the loss of my little dog, they have meant so much and been hugely appreciated.  We miss Tilly the Dog so much, she was such a big character and gave us all so much fun and laughter - along with doggy cuddles and kisses! But we're trying hard to remember all the good things and not dwell on the sadness (despite me having the odd 'wobble') - and to reassure Grumpy Poppy the Cat that things are ok. She keeps wandering round, peering into corners, obviously waiting for the dog to bounce out at her!  Our dog and cat spent a lot of time together, slept together at night and jostled one another out of the way when it came to getting fuss and attention - so I suppose it's only natural that the cat is a bit confused now that she's an 'only cat'!

Anyway, as crafting has always been my 'therapy' I've 'Carried On Crafting', doing some colouring, card-making and crocheting.  I'll share some pics soon of the crocheted blanket I've been making for the last couple of months - I'm quite pleased with it!  But thought I'd share a card with you that I made and delivered to our vet and his great team (as a thank you card) - they have always been so good with us, particularly over the last difficult few weeks.


I've used a sweet LOTV stamp coloured with a mix of copics and pencils.

The papers are from LOTV, with some ribbon from stash.  The 'stitch' stamp and sentiment are also from LOTV. I've used the DooHickey doily flower and MB precious hearts dies, with pearly centres from WOC. 
I wasn't sure about the colours at first - the aqua and lilacs together - but I think they work ok. 
I'll try to catch up with all your crafting in Blogland and I'll be back soon to share some pics of the crocheting! 
Take care,
Kim x 

I'm entering this card into the following challenges:-
Craft Your Passion - frame it
Love to create - cute + punches/dies


23 comments:

  1. A gorgeous card, Kim using my fave colour combo! That is such a poignant image too! Big hugs to you at this difficult time! xx

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  2. Fabulous card, love the little hearts and the colour combo, lovely!
    Hugs Jacee

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  3. Such a beautiful card Kim. I love the image, the papers and details you have added are gorgeous. I am sure your vet and his team were really touched to receive such a special card.
    Take care, sending you hugs
    Sue xx

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  4. Gorgeous - I love your colour scheme, and those die cuts are perfect for this image. Thanks for joining us over at Love To Create for this weeks challenge.

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  5. Kim I Bet This Brought A Year To Their Eyes Love It And That Is Tilly Enjoying A Cuddle Over Rainbow Bridge. Was Only Thinking Of You At Weekend My Buddy Had A Funny Turn And Scared Me And Thought How You Must Be Feeling. Big Hugs Miss You On C C Come Say Hello If You Get A Minute

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  6. Such a lovely card, the vet team will be really touched. I did the same for ours. You have been on my mind Kim and as you say there are bound to be wobbles. I had such on a visit to Tesco recently after I spotted the vet that helped Mog on his way. I have never shopped so quickly, then got to the car and sobbed all the way home!! xx

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  7. A gorgeous card Kim. Fabulous image and I love the pretty papers and colour scheme.
    Lorraine x

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  8. This is such a gorgeous card Kim and the colours are fab and the image fits so perfectly. (I still have wobbles after 21/2 years).
    Take care.
    Hugs
    Gina xx

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  9. Very beautiful! Thanks for sharing your lovely card with us at Craft Your Passion. hugs, Helena

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  10. What a fabulous card Kim and the image is so wonderful and perfect for this sad time. Your vet and his team will cherish this card and I think you are so considerate for thinking of them. Our vet sent out a sympathy card but it hadn't occurred to me to send one to them so I'm sure they were so happy to receive it.

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  11. Your card is so thoughtful Kim. I'm sure the vet people will appreciate it. I think you picked a wonderful image to use. Hang in there lady. Hugs!

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  12. A lovely thank-you gesture Kim and a pretty card. Sweet image and detail.
    Laine
    xx

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  13. I've been wondering how you are Kim it's such a sad time and my heart really goes out to you and your family. The card and especially the image brought tears to my eyes..such a thoughtful gesture lots and lots of huggles Sue xxxx

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  14. This is so pretty Kim, love the layout and the endearing image and colours. A really lovely thought to send to the vets.

    Hugs
    Cathy
    xxxxx

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  15. A beautiful and thoughtful card Kim and I am sorry to hear your sad news. Enjoy the memories. Loads of hugs, Flora xx

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  16. this is such a pretty card Kim - i love the colours and its perfect to thank your vet. i bet its the best thank you card they ever had!! - I had a little smile to myself when i saw tilly in your sidebar - its such a nice reminder, my cats are all still there in mine - I love to see them there each day hugs Judith xx

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  17. What a lovely card Kim and how thoughtful you are even though things are rough for you. Take care x

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  18. Such an adorable card Kim, and such an appropriate image. What a wonderful thought. Hugs coming your way and for Poppy too.

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  19. Beautiful card Kim, your image brought a tear to my eye xx

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  20. Gorgeous card and such beautiful colours.I'm sure it will be much appreciated.Sorry to hear about your little dog.Keep those happy memories coming and in time,hopefully,your wobbles will lessen.Thanks for joining us at Craft Your Passion.Hope to see you again next week.
    Lisa x

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  21. Gorgeous with your color combo and sweet image!! Love your design and dies. Thanks so much for joining us this week at Love to Create for our Cute with punches and dies challenge!
    Hugs'
    Jackie - LTC owner

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  22. Gorgeous card! The image is perfect for the occasion, and I really love your design! Thank you for joining our Cute with Punches & Die Challenge this week at Love to Create.
    Ruza, LTC Admin/Designer
    Ruza's Craft Corner

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  23. Beautiful card, love the colour combo and gorgeous layout, hugs, Colette xx

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I love reading your comments - and thanks for taking the time to leave one!
Kim x