Tuesday 22 April 2014

A little black and cream

Hello all and hope that you had a lovely Easter weekend - with some sunshine, goodies to eat and plenty of relaxation time too!  We were very lucky with the weather which stayed reasonably good, and a lovely sunny day yesterday. which was good as we ended up having quite a gathering with friends here for an afternoon tea!  At least we could make good use of the new garden furniture lol.  But apart from the usual conveyor belt of cooking and washing up which seems to happen when I've got a house full of people, I've been rather stressed and worried.  Tilly the Dog isn't so good at the moment and is having problems with mobility and keeps stumbling and falling over as if her front left leg keeps giving way.  We had her to the vet on Saturday again, with some blood tests and examinations done. They seem to think it's a neurological problem so we'll see our usual vet tomorrow to discuss options, etc.  So although we're all a bit upset and worried (well, in my case, VERY worried!) we did point out that at least it suggests that Tilly does have a brain because we had questioned the existence of one at times.... lol! So I'll try not to panic too much until we get some results back and talk things over with the vet.

Anyway, just thought I'd share a couple of cards made with a 'black & cream' card collection from Kanban that I was given. I don't normally use kits as I find them harder to use and have a complete inspiration absence. But this was such nice card that I thought I'd have a play and make a couple of simple cards


On this one I've used the card, with a Spellbinders die (cut up!) for the corners and some gold ribbon from stash (which I've a feeling came from a box of chocolates at Christmas - crafters never throw anything away!).


On this one I've added some Spellbinder blossom die cuts with metal brad centres, and some black & gold ribbon from stash.

Hope you like them! 
I hope that you have a good week - I'm back at work today and I've a feeling it'll be a busy week!
I will try to get round to blogs this week - and I would just like to say a big thank you for all the lovely comments that you leave, they really mean so much. 
Take care,
Kim x 

I'm entering the second card into the following challenges:-
Love to create - monochrome + ribbon
Simply Create Too - no stamped or digi images
That's Crafty - B&W + splash of colour (gold)


21 comments:

  1. Lovely design and detail on your stunning creations. Its such a worry when a beloved pet is poorly. Please keep us update on Tilly's progress Kim.
    Laine
    xx

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  2. Black and cream always looks classy and elegant, and your cards are no exception. I love the addistion of the gold too, adds a touch of decadence to them. I do hope Tilly is better soon, they do make you worry when they're poorly xx

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  3. Fabulous black and cream combo. The cards are great! Thanks for joining our Monochrome & Ribbon challenge this week at Love to Create! Mo xxx

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  4. So sorry to hear that Tilly is still having problems Kim. I do hope she is well and they can help her soon.

    Your creations are gorgeous Kim, love them.

    Hugs
    Cathy
    xxxxxx

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  5. Gorgeous cards Kim, love both of them. Sorry to hear about Tilly, wishes her well.
    Hugs
    Caz x

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  6. Sorry to hear poor Tilly is not herself at the moment so Get Well wishes to her! Love your cards Kim, what great card to be given and you have done a great job xx

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  7. Sorry to hear about Tilly - fingers crossed with the results. Thanks for taking part in the That's Crafty challenge. Good luck with the draw.

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  8. Beautiful card Kim...love the black and cream, such a gorgeous combination. Thank you so much for playing along with us at Simply Create Too!

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  9. Fab colours, really lovely cards Kim... Hope all goes well at the vets hun. Hugs, Lisa x

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  10. Oh, sorry to hear about Tilly, it must be a worrying time for you. I hope she is better soon.
    Your cards are gorgeous. I love the colour schemes and stylish designs.
    Sue xx

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  11. Oh Kim so sorry to hear about Tilly hope she is fine soon you must be so worried:( The card is lovely really pretty huggles Sue xx

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  12. These are fabulous cards Kim. I love the black and cream. Sorry to hear about Tilly. Although not an animal person I do appreciate how awful it must be when you are attached to your pet. Hope she picks up.
    Love Lea x

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  13. Beautiful cards! Fabulous papers. Hope Tilly is OK. Hugs, Karon.

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  14. I know Tilly's predicament isn't funny but your comment about her brain sure was. LOL. Hope the vet can sort out the problem quickly. I think you used the kit pieces beautifully Kim. Classy cards! Hugs!

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  15. Two beautiful cards Kim, black and cream always looks so elegant!.. lovely layouts too..
    Hugs,
    Marjorie x

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  16. Beautiful, beautiful creations! Love the black and cream and the papers are gorgeous!!
    I so hope that Tilly is better soon.
    Hugs
    Gina x

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  17. Beautiful Kim, so elegant...
    Hope Tilly is ok and can be sorted out soon.....xxx

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  18. These are beautiful cards ... I don't buy kits either as I find them almost impossible to use!
    Hope wee Tilly is OK, and that you've had good news from the vet xxx

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  19. Gorgeous cards! Classy and elegant and I love the pizazz the little bit of gold gives.

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  20. Gorgeous cards! Love the color combination!
    Thank you for joining our Monochromatic with a Ribbon Twist Challenge at Love to Create this week.
    Ruza, LTC Admin/Designer
    Ruza's Craft Corner

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