Hi all, I would like to thank you for leaving me such wonderful comments on my posts, your continued support, encouragement and friendship mean so much to me.
Today I have some cards to show you that I have been quietly making this last week. I have titled this post 'Mixed Bag' not only for my cards but today is a little different for me. It is Polo's 17th birthday it is also the anniversary of my Dad's death, he passed away 35 years ago.
Polo is deteriorating in health week by week, the tablets are not working as well as they were the Vet has also told me that he has a heart murmur and rapid heart beat. I am torn at the moment as to what to do but I just cannot say goodbye to him yet.
Anyway onto my cards, I have made a male card using a Di'd Digi image, I have had this one for such a long time and have had the pleasure of using him several times. I hope that this will fit the 'Fathers Day' challenges that I would like to enter which are:
I coloured the image with promarkers the papers are from my stash, I added brown satin ribbon, buttons, card candy and stamped sentiment.
My next card I made is using a Digi Image from Crafts and Me, I have gone for a green theme, the papers are from Papermania Capsule collection, I added butterflies and flowers. I would like to enter this card into the challenge at
My third and final card is for an order that I received, in fact I had a request from two different people for a Wedding card this is the only one I took a photo of. The paper is Papermania I added corner and centre die cuts as well as the hearts, I added a double bow of pink organza ribbon, flowers and sentiment.
I would like to enter this one into the challenge at
Well that is it from me on the post front until tomorrow but I will be back later to do some commenting, until then I wish you all a great weekend.
40 comments:
Gorgeous cards Lorraine, all equally beautiful. So sorry to hear about poor Polo, its so hard when our fur babies get old and poorly isn't it?
Sending you both some gentle hugs
claire xx
Hi Sweetheart, Im so sorry to hear that youve have two painful things on your mind at the moment, its not easy coming to terms with knowing youve got to let go, but Im sure you will know when Polo has had enough and will make the right decision then, just enjoy what time you have left with him.
Stunning cards I love them both, your designs are just gorgeous. hugs Shirleyxxxx
Hi...Gorgeous cards, sorry to read about Polo, we all get so attached to our family pets as they become a member of the family! which makes it really hard to let go...((hugs)) x carol
3 fabulous cards x Hope today is not too difficult for you and Polo improves x
Hi Lorraine
Anniversaries can be so sad and distressing news on love ones can be heartbreaking. You will be in my thoughts.
Your cards are lovely. I am so grateful for this wonderful past-time of ours which gives great comfort to me and I hope to you to.
Hugs
Laine
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What a gorgeous cards,I love the images and your papers.
Hugs Riet.xx
3gorgeous creations Lorraine that bear is so adorable asleep on his beer keg, lol but my fave of the 3 has to be the green one it is stunning. So sorry to hear about Polo, I know how difficult it is. Ria's dragon goes for an op on Monday and hopefully all will be well then but unfortunately no guarantees, thinking of you and sending cyber hugs to you & Polo xx
Gorgeous cards Lorraine but i must say green isn't a colour i use a lot but i love this one.
Sorry to hear about Polo hun i know what its like to lose a much loved pet, we still have one cat and that's why i'm not getting any more pets hubby keeps on about getting another one but i just cant cope when they go. luv gina xx
Such beautiful projects! I absolutely love your versatility and all of the details are absolutely perfect. Beautiful work! :)
Your cards are beautiful as always hun!!My thoughts are with you Lorraine as a pet lover, I have also been in this situation....you will know when the time comes when you just have to say goodbye....not an easy thing to do...but the right thing to do as you love him so much
sending you a big hug
laney
Hi it's hard when it's the anniversary of a death of a loved one ! Hope you get by remembering all the good stuff and having a chuckle ! Polo is such an amazing age you are so lucky to have had him for so long !! I think he has been spoiled and so well looked after he wants to hang on to you too !! even if his body is has had enough ! Hard times ! You have made 3 beautiful cards I just love the buttons on the first one, the gorgeous green colour in the second and I love the papers in the third ! ;0)
Two fabulous cards .. love that cute Ted!
Take care
Lisa x
Poor little doggie. It's hard to let them go. I know all about that when it comes to cats. You have made such lovely cards at the same time. I'll be thinking about you.
Love n hugs
Marie
Hi Lorraine, Di's teddy image was also one of the first of Di's digis that I bought and fell in love with. I have used this image several times now and he makes me smile every time I see him! I love your funky, bright take on the challenge and thanks for joining us over at Di's digi designs. xx
Just been blog hopping and came across your fabulous blog and so glad I did. Your cards are all so beautifully made and very inspirational.
I was sorry to hear about Polo, I know how hard it can be to make such decisions.
Hugs Sue
3 super cards and all so different in style,love the drunken bear image.
Sorry about your little dog, my 2 will be 12 this year, they become so dear to you,vets don't know everything so trust your own judgement.
take care . hugs janex
All your cards are Gorgeous Lorraine x
I know exactly how you feel with your pet. My staffie has been battling cancer for over 3 yrs now. The vet said on his last op which was to remove mass tumour cells that he would not operate again. Vinnie has bumps galore over him,some are really big, but he has not changed. He is still so lively, & I know any day now I will have my last trip to the vets, but like you I cannot bring myself to doing it yet!!
hugs sally x
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gorgeous card Lorraine, love the image and buttons
thanks for playing with us at BTC&G this month
hugs
céline
One very laid back bear, one sexy lady and some pretty hearts!
Gorgeous set of cards Lorraine - love em!
Lorraine x
Hi Lorraine,
First of all I am so sorry that Polo is not getting any better, I do know how you feel, and will be thinking of you.
Onto your cards, they are all gorgeous cards, love the male card the image is super, great wedding card too. Love the image on your green card and thanks for entering it into our challenge at Fab'n'Funky.
Pat xx
Hi Lorraine, my you have been a busy bee. Your first card looks so much like my husband I had a chuckle to myself, what a fabulous image. I love it.
Your second card is fantastic, I love the green and those images are so lovely and the colouring is fabby.
The wedding card is so elegant and I'm sure they will love it.
I'm sorry to hear about Polo, we get so attached to our pets and love them to bits.
I'ts always sad too when we can't be with people that we love.
Sending big hugs your way.
Sue W.
Keeping you in my prayers sweetie, I know how hard it is to lose your parent, and I don't think we ever get over it.
Also I know it has to be hard with your fur baby...we love them like our babies...hopefully you will be able to make a decision that is best for Polo...I also miss my fur babies but knew I couldn't keep them here for myself when I knew they were in pain and their quality of life wasn't there anymore.
Hang in there you have so many people thinking of you.
Hugs
I do hope Polo is going to be OK,you have to be strong...Your cards are gorgeous Lorraine.xxx
Beautiful selection of cards,love the layouts and images! Thinking of you, Big hugs Jo xxx
Lorraine all your cards are gorgeous, such lovely detail!
I am really sorry to read about little Polo, thinking of you! hugs, Karenx
fabulous selection of cards lorraine.great male card,love the bear.beautiful elegant wedding card and your green hannah lynn card is fantastic :D
So sorry to hear that polo is unwell and i will be thinking of you today.
xx coops xx
oh i'm so sorry polo is not doing well. i'm praying for him.
these are fabulous. i LOVE that wedding card!
hugs :)
Three more gorgeous ones Lorraine, love the buttons and adorable image, Beautiful shades of green with such a fab layout and talk about classy with those lovely hearts--great job
Deb
xxx
You have some very beautiful cards here! I love how you coloured your green card!
Thank you for joining us at Fab'n'Funky this week!
Fabulous selection of cards, love your green one...Thanks for joining us at Fab'n'Funky this week.
So sorry to read about Polo, know just how you are feeling.
Wendy xx
Gorgeous cute bear card Lorraine, love your buttons with the Candi in the centres, great idea. Now why didn't I think of that! It's so hard when our devoted pets get old, have one too with age not on her side or her health. Hope your thinking happy memories of your Dad. Thanks for playing along with us. BTC&G. Carolxx
Too cute and I love those buttons! So glad you joined us for our Father's Day challenge at Cards for Men!
Hi Lorraine, sorry it's been so long since I visited. Sorry to hear about Polo.
Absolutely love that cute ted. Fab colouring and love the layout too.
Hugs Sally xx
Three awesome cards sweetie. Every one of them is lovely and all very different. So sorry to hear Polo is still poorly. I know it is hard to make the difficult decision.
Hugs
Cathy
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My dear friend the cards are all three Wonderful as always. I want you to know that Im thinking of you and my heart hurts for you as you celebrate Polo's birthday, loss of your dear father and have to see dear Polo declining. Chin up girl you have lots of friends that love you :)
I love this image of Di's as well Lorraine and love what you did with it thanks for joining us at Di's Digi downloads hugs Jess
Lorraine: Fantastic entry into our Challenge #15 - "Happy Father's Day [or for a Male]" Challenge. [looked at all your cards--wonderful!] I had loads of fun visiting, commenting and looking around on your blog. A heartfelt thank you for joining in at Simply Create Too.
Diane
Simply CreateTooDesign Team Member
http://DianesDigitalDesigns.blogspot.com/
Super cards and awesome colouring :-D Thank you for joining us at Delicious Doodles.
So sorry about Polo xxxxxx
Great cards thanks for playing at Delicious Doodles
Luv Jane xxx
Great image and I love the layered buttons!!
Thanks for joining in with BTC&G this month,x
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