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16 Mar 2022

BIRTHDAY GNOME AND A MESSAGE FROM MUM

Good morning, today I have another card that I have just finished to share with you and enter into some challenges 
I have been concerned about losing my ability to colour I have messed up quite a few times but this one turned out ok, I think.
I have used a Birthday Gnome image I am not sure whose it is as I had printed off quite a few images prior to my mum passing away my head is still addled and could not find out which folder I got it from and I have loads of folders.
However, I coloured it with Nuvo markers, the papers are from a pad of vintage ones that I purchased from a local store some time ago, I added stickles to the top of the cake added a stamped sentiment, some black butterflies and Nuvo drops that is a colour match to the markers I used, I folded a spare piece of paper and made a fan of sorts.
I would like to enter this into the following challenges:

On Monday I was at my mums as I normally am and was talking to my brother when I noticed a circle of cloud in the sky it was unusual because there was no other clouds around, no planes or anything when I looked closer I was astounded to see a smiley face I posted these pictures on both Facebook and Instagram and it was on Instagram that one of my followers pointed out that there was a little heart as well.
I called my brother and he was also amazed, I was a mix of emotions, pure elation and total sadness.  I am certain in my heart that this was a message from my beloved mum. 


Many thanks for visiting not sure when I will be back probably April with some more DT cards until then I am still working my way through mums stuff and helping my brother and Jess.
hugs
lorraine x

27 comments:

Chris said...

Your card is more than OK Lorraine- it's fabulous1 Perfect choice of papers and a great layout to showcase your cute gnome- and the colouring is beautiful!
Love the smiley face in the sky- your Mum is watching over you!
xx

bolletjelucky.blogspot.com said...

Hi Lorraine, I totally missed the messages about your beloved mum. I'm sorry for your loss and I'm sure that your mum send this message to let you know that she is happy and still is around you. You've made a lovely card with that beautiful colored gnome. Take care and sending hugs your way, Miranda

Pat said...

Gorgeous card Lorraine, great image with fabulous colouring, thank you so much for sharing it with us at Fab’n’Funky. Amazing photo’s.

Pat xx

Margreet said...

Beautiful coloring of that cute gnome, Lorraine. It is a lovely card.
So special, that message from you mum.
xxx Margreet

Crafts-by-Alison.blogspot.com said...

Lorraine you have not lost your touch your colouring is perfect. Love the gnome he is so cute. Thanks for joining in our March Monthly Challenge over at a Place to start. Good Luck and we hope to see you again soon. Alison DT

*Vicki* said...

Your little gnome is just as sweet as can be! I think your coloring hasn't suffered at all! What a blessing to have this sweet message from mum especially when the both of you are together seeing it. Sending big hugs

KraftyKoolKat said...

Such a gorgeous creation Lorraine, it is so lovely to see you. I haven't got your email address anymore to contact you. I am so glad Mum sent her love to you.
Hugs
Cathy
xxxxx

Sue said...

Awww that's wonderful Lolo it's so hard when you have to sort everything out but seeing that face in the clouds must have made your heart so happy hugs Sue x

KarinsArtScrap said...

gorgeous colors and coloring Lorraine and a beautiful card
Gr Karin

Chrissy said...

Gorgeous card Lorraine, love this adorable image and fabulous colouring, love the papers and your design and that cute little fan..and oh wow, now you have turned the photo I can see the heart, how wonderful..Ooo, I've gone all goosey.

Luv CHRISSYxx

Alice (scrAPpamondo) said...

Oh Lorraine, I'm really very impressed by the photos you made to the sky on your Mum's house!! This is surely a sign for you!! Our loved ones are always with us, even if we can't see and touch them. What has happened it's just a blessing! I can see the heart cloud, too!
Speaking about your card, your colouring is fabulous as always and love so much your design and the details added. Hope to see other beautiful cards from you in the next time.
Sending hugs and love

Alice xx

crafty-stamper said...

Gorgeous card Lorraine,love the cute gnome and colouring looks great to me,love the P.papers and little fan you made.
Love your smiley face message and that does look like a little heart too!
Carol x

Sarn said...

Lovely gnome card and AMAZING sky photo. Xxx

Judy McKay said...

Very cute card, Love that Gnome. Thank you for joining us this month at 613 Avenue Create. Hope you will join us again soon. Judy DT

cotnob said...

A super card Lorraine, a fun image and you have coloured it beautifully.
Pauline - Crafting with Cotnob
x

Lee said...

Hiya hun.Your card is absolultely Stunning,so happy you feel able to make your beautiful cards.I saw this on FB,it was your mum saying hi and letting you know she's ok.Don't rush hun,grief cannot be rushed it's different for everyone,you must go at your own pace.Hugs xxx

Aunty Sue said...

Lovely card and design thanks for sharing at crafty catz

Jane Savage said...

Beautiful card, Lorraine! Love the added embellies, especially the fan! So lovely to see that message from your dear mum. I am sure she will find many ways to show you she is still with you and at peace. xx

Vee Cassidy said...

Your colouring is still awesome, you have been in my thoughts, take care, hugs, Vee xx

Bernardine Cuttino said...

Wow oh wow, the coloring on this image is just magical. Loving the colors and design. Thanks for joining us at 613 Avenue Create. We look forward to seeing you again.
Hugs
Berni Cuttino, 613 Avenue Create ,DT Coordinator
613 Avenue Create ,Challenge Blog
chasingthedream, My Blog

HilaryJane said...

What a wonderful olive green gnome and he is coloured beautifully. Love those different green tones and butterfly embellishments. Good to see you posting again. Thanks for sharing the smiley face in the sky photos, who doesn't love blue sky like that? xx

MeSi said...

Such a cute creation. I love that olive green gnome outfit. Thank you for sharing at Polkadoodles Craft Challenge. Hope to see you again!

Merja DT
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Stampsnob. said...

WOW True message .........Lis

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SarahR said...

Hi again Lorraine, I'm still here catching up on your posts and admiring this fabulous card - I don't think you've 'lost' your colouring skills at all! They are wonderful!

Must have been so nice for you to see a message for you in the clouds!

Sarah

Linby said...

A bit late - only just seen this post. It's a lovely card and great colouring too. But the star of the post has to be the cloud formation - how fabulous for you.

Lynnes old blog said...

Beautiful card, you definitely haven't lost your knack for colouring!
And those photos!! The clouds really stand out in such a lovely blue sky! A sign from your mum that she will always be with you and watching over you xx

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