Monday 11 August 2014

DIY Man!

Hello all - it's Monday again! Where did the weekend go? It's strange how it always seems to pass more quickly than the midweek days - or is that just me?  We've got a house full of bags and boxes and it's verging on the chaotic as my daughter gets everything packed and ready for moving south later this week. There's not only all of her belongings, but also some bits and pieces and items of furniture that we've either bought or been given that are all being taken down to help them set up their new flat! It looks like the storage room for a second-hand shop in our hall, lounge and conservatory! Sigh. But although I won't miss the mess, I will miss my daughter when she's gone.  But we're looking forward to seeing her new home and helping her get sorted. But as a parent, it's all about treading that fine line between helping and supporting - but not interfering! Lol!

Anyway, less waffling! Just wanted to share a card I'd made for a friend, who asked if I could make a card for her husband's birthday.  I love the expressions on Gus's face (from Bugaboo) so used this digi (as I know her husband does a fair bit of DIY)


I'm afraid to say that this is very familiar in our house too.... We either can't find a torch, or when we do the batteries will be dead! 


I've coloured Gus with copics and I did add some glossy accents to his specs but it sadly doesn't show on the pics. The backing paper is from First Edition, with some added stitching, and the felt and twine is from K&Co. The sentiment stamp is from LOTV - and the 'flashlight' sentiment comes with the digi stamp!
Hope you like it.
Thank you for all your lovely comments on my crochet cushion - and on Grumpy Poppy the cat!
Back soon,
Kim x 


17 comments:

  1. Kim Your fabulous image made me smile,love your card.
    Hugs Sue xx

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  2. Fabulous and fun creation Kim.
    Laine
    xx

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  3. Fabulous card Kim, I love the fun image and great sentiment.
    Sue xx

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  4. Smokin' good colouring! Love this image and sentiment and yep, no working flashlights at our house either!

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  5. Such fun Kim, a smashing card, love it!
    Hugs Jacee
    Simply Paper Card Design

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  6. What a brilliant card Kim. He's such a great character!! xx

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  7. LOL....story of my life with flashlights Kim..fabulous image and colouring and love his facial expression..so funny.
    All the best to your daughter with the move..I remember those days well..

    luv CHRISSYxx

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  8. A brilliant card Kim. Love the fun image and layout....I have one of those cases!!
    Lorraine x

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  9. Fabulous and brilliant card Kim love the image and wishing your daughter best wishes on her move
    Hugs Dianne xx :)

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  10. Love it Kim, the sentiment is fab!! Love your colouring too.
    Hugs
    Gina x

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  11. Such a fabulous card, Kim! Loving Gus, he is just so perfect for so many of those guy cards we have to make! Love the brown colour scheme too and your wonderful colouring! xx

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  12. Fabulous card Kim, I do love this image and he has come in handy lots of times. Love your take on him. Hope the move goes smoothly for your daughter and don't forget to buy lots of tissues.
    Hugs
    Cathy
    xxxxx

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  13. Fab card Kim I love these images they crack me up! lol huggles Sue xx

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  14. I've been seeing old Gus popping up a lot on cards. Guess everyone's in the mood for a little humor and we all know Gus is good for that. It's a really fun card and I'm sure it will bring a chuckle. Best wishes on the move for your daughter and the restoration of your own house. :-) Hugs!

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  15. Hahaha what a fab image. Great card Kim x

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  16. Fab card, and that sentiment is so true!
    Good luck to your daughter in her new home, you will miss her!

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