Saturday 15 July 2017

Lavender and Lace and Chocolate Baroque CAS



Morning Peeps, a scheduled post as I am back in hospital for another kidney surgery.................or might be out when this pops up on my blog, it was all very last minute hence I have been a tad quiet this week. But it's time for our new challenge at Allsorts and this week I am hosting the theme and have come up with 'Lavender and Lace'. Again we have two prizes on offer, some stamps and Sizzix dies so double the reason to join in.

My starting point for this one was a square of Fabriano dragged through a watery mix of distress inks (smooching seems to be the new 'in' word for this really old technique). When dry I stamped the entire piece with a Penny Black lacy background stamp called Floral Thread using dusky concord DI. A strip of lace, flowers made with Tattered Lace Fleurs system and some Ivy which is also from TL and finally a PB sentiment.


And added rather hastily I'm afraid so no details (always mail me if you want any details), my Chocolate Baroque shares which you will also find over at the DT blog today along with lots of shares from my team mates. All use stamps from the Mackintosh and Seasonal Ladies sets which Lesley showcased on Hochanda last month.






Please do pop over to the challenge blogs to see what my tea mates have made to inspire you and of course I hope you will also enter this weeks Allsorts challenge.

41 comments:

aussie aNNie said...

Stunning display of gorgeous work of art, B, thanks.xx [aNNie]

Kelly Lloyd said...

All stunning cards as usual Brenda.
I think my fav is the top one,
Have a lovely weekend
Hugs Kelly

Craftyfield said...

A fabulous line-up Brenda, I don't know how you do it! I love the lavender and lace and this pink and green Mackintosh card is visually striking in its CAS way! I hope everything went well at the hospital and you're back home (weekends aren't fun there!).xx

gwen70 said...

Stunning cards as always Brenda, you certainly have been busy, hope you are on the mend after surgery xx

Jane Willis said...

Hope your op was successful and you are now home and recovering. I love these cards, especially the Glasgow Rose style ones
Jane

Helen said...

Hope all goes well and you're being well cared for. take care. Great cards!

Wendy L said...

Gorgeous makes Brenda, hope you are home and feeling OK. xxx

Sandma's Handmade Cards said...

What a stunning collection of cards Brenda. The first one is gorgeous and I love everything about it, from the background to the sentiment. The colours are lovely too and I really like the Lavender and green combination. Your Chocolate Baroque cards are beautiful and I especially like the first and last ones. I do hope that all has gone well for you this time and that you're back home again resting. You take all the time that you need to get well again. Crafty hugs, Sandra x

Mervi said...

Gorgeous cards! The first is my favourite.
Hoping you speed recovery;-))m

Glennis F said...

I hope your operation has gone well - take it easy!

ALI said...

Brenda a beautiful selection of stunning cards.

Gerrina said...

Wow, your lace card us stunning and I still think the rose-stamps from CB are still my favorites...love how you used them on these cards!Such different seison-woman-cards; they fit the seasons so well!
Hope you are out of the hospital and will recouver fast! Sending some positive energy your way! Hugs, Gerrina

Valerija said...

Great cards as always from your hands.
Valerija xx

KarinsArtScrap said...

it are all beautiful cards Brenda but the second one is gorgeous
Gr Karin

Linby said...

Great makes as always. I love that lace background on the first one it's so effective especially with the real lace. Of course I love the CRM makes - I really need to get using my stamps! Wishing you well - take care. L x

Robin said...

Such beautiful creations! I so love them all! Hope all is well!! Hugs, Robin

Rainey's Craft Room said...

A really pretty selection of cards Brenda.
Lorraine

crafty-stamper said...

Fabulous selection of cards Brenda -beautiful Lavender and lace and brilliant stamped background-love all the samples and hope you are well after your surgery
Carol x

Leanne Harris said...

Well Brenda, you may have scheduled ahead but you seem to be far more organised from your hospital bed than the rest of us fully abled folk all put together!!!!! What an inspiration this post is, so many beautiful makes and each one so different. I do hope that you are going on OK Brenda, I send you my love and best wishes for this week ahead too xxxxx

Stamping Bubbles said...

A beautiful collection of cards as always Brenda, I do like the CB ladies stamps. Hope all goes well with your hospital stay.
Take care
Lesley

Crafting Queen said...

Stunning card, just adore the first one. Have a great weekend.

Kathleen said...

Love the flowers and background on the A challenge a really lovely creation.
The second card is very striking.
The remainder of the cards are gorgeous too.

Kath x

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Hope the op went well. Love the softness of the top ones, fab flowers and a sentiment I love. Gorgeous collection of cards, the bottom one is very striking

Berina RGA said...

Beautiful cards Brenda. I can't pick a favorite. Beautiful colors.

Donna Ellis said...

What intriguing, interesting, fantastic images, Brenda. All your cards are beautifully done. B, I am sad to hear you had unexpected surgery again. Praying that you experience a complete recovery without complications. xx

Greta said...

Hope surgery went well & you're feeling better every day, Brenda! Beautiful work--the lace is stunning & I really love those flowers in cards 3 & 4!

kiwimeskreations said...

Oh Brenda, I pray all has gone well for you and that you are back home and recovering well. Love your cards, especially the lavender and lace one - as they say, all things become new again - just pop a new name on it!! Love the top two Chocolate Baroque cards.
Blessings
Maxine

CdeBaca Crafts Gallery said...

Stunning cards! Unique and beautiful work!

Gerrie's kaarten said...

Wat zijn je kaarten allemaal prachtig.
Groetjes Gerrie

Marlies said...

A gorgeous collection of cards Brenda! Lovely flowers of the lavender one! I hope all went well with your OP. hugs, Marlies

Caro´s kreative Welt said...

WOW, all cards are gorgeous. Beautiful works!!!
Hugs Carola

Sue's Crafty Corner said...

I'm playing catch up after a very hectic weekend. A gorgeous collection of cards Brenda, I love the lavender and lace at the top.

Sue xx

Fikreta said...

I hope you will be better soon and your surgery will went fine.
your cards are so very nice
lots of hugs

KandA said...

What a stunning collection of cards Brenda and I love the sentiment on the second. Hope you're recovering well and you're right to take it easy and let your body get better. Take care xx

SewPaperPaint said...

Another gorgeous collection Brenda! Hugs to you, Autumn

Tracy said...

I love all your cards Brenda, your lavender and lace is really pretty and gorgeous flowers.
Happy crafting
Tracy x

Jeni Mc said...

This Lavender and Lace card is stunning Brenda , I love all of it ,the wonderful flowers ,appropriate sentiment and beautiful background , I do hope all went well and that you are recovering , Take care JeniX

susiestacey said...

Wonderful collection of cards Brenda, love the lavender and lace one the flowers look so pretty. I like the Mackintosh stamps you are using they are very stylish. x Susan x

Inkypinkydelights said...

What a fabulous collection of cards Brenda. I am just catching up a little on comments. Thank you so much for visiting my Blog. And Happy Weekend to you. Judy x

Lotusblommans vardag said...

Wonderful cards!

I´m out here today to search for inspiration :)
Hope to participate in your flower-challenge at
Stamping sensations so am a bit in a hurry!

Haope you are enjoying a great saturday,
Hugs Sussie.

Tracy Welham said...

Thse are stunning Brenda! I do hope your stay in hospital was too long. Creative Blessings, Tracy x