Good Afternoon peeps, are you getting a bit of this sunshine ? It's been really lovely here today after a -8 frost last night, but that's fine if it means we get some nice daytime weather.
Thanks to everyone for their feedback on the Royal Mail saga, my letter is underway and will let you all know what they have to say, although I am not expecting any quick response judging by their usual activity.
I thought I would share one of the samples I did for Stamp Addicits with their new lion image which went on sale today, I like to call him the Lion King, although I know that's not his official name he really does remind me of that character. He's quite a large fellow and I simply stamped him and coloured with Aquamarkers, added some sky and background grasses and some palm trees cut on the Cricut. I know you don't really associate palm trees with a lions habitat, but this lion is a bit of a dandy and on his holidays............you all know I live in fantasy land.
And here's a little giveaway of some Nitwits DP's and embellishments from Sir Stampalot who's sale is still on and bargains to be had here.
Just leave a comment on this post and I will draw a winner before my next post later this week.
And here's a little giveaway of some Nitwits DP's and embellishments from Sir Stampalot who's sale is still on and bargains to be had here.
Just leave a comment on this post and I will draw a winner before my next post later this week.
Hi Brenda, love the lion but he's not exactly Clarence the friendly lion, he looks a bit cross ... not cross-eyed :)) Great card and I love the palm trees too. Elizabeth x
ReplyDeleteFab card, and so gorgeous image. Lovely candy. Hugs,moni
ReplyDeleteFab card Brenda - love the palm trees and the idea of the Lion King on his hols :o)
ReplyDeleteLove the giveaway too - great colours - thanks for the chance to win.
Debs xx
Gorgeous card Brenda. Not your famous signature style, but lovely :)
ReplyDeleteGreat card, such a fun image. Like what you have done with it. Thanks for the chance to win some goodies.
ReplyDeleteMags
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this is such a fun card i love the lion he seems pretty relaxed in his enviorment:):)
ReplyDeleteI like the lion and your card very much, although I'm not sure if he seems to be really a friendly lion. I think there is something in his eyes....
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance to win some goodies.
Hugs
Claudia
I love the background you have created on this card, thanks for the chance to win! M-J
ReplyDeleteYour Lion King looks so fierce too! Definatley has attitude! Thanks for the chance to win the colour tones are lovely...
ReplyDeleteThis king looks like one cool cat! Wouldn't want to cross him! hehehe Thanks for the chance at the candy!
ReplyDeleteYour dandy lion looks beautiful....stunning colouring...love the palm trees (was in Florida lately and now I miss the the palm trees)...thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeletexxx Margreet
Lovely card. This lion is quite a handsome guy :-) Your colouring is beautiful!
ReplyDeletexxx Marianne MW
какой интересный лев) Мне очень нравится... брутальный такой))))
ReplyDeleteBrenda, while you are actively struggling with your post, I have had problems with UPS mail. After placing the order at the store, and paying for its delivery, I had to pay extra for delivery here in our country. It is so stupid and very unpleasant.
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable lion!! I really like your card. Thanks for the chance at the candy.
ReplyDeleteAwww this is ONE fun card, what a lovely card, love the lion and style xxx
ReplyDeleteI really like your lovely card. It´s a cool lion.Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteHi Brenda, what a brilliant Lion, love him. Thanks for the chance at the candy.
ReplyDeleteJo x
I like him and I can see why you've named him the king! Thanks so much for the chance!
ReplyDeleteLisa
Really fab card Brenda.What a lovely stamp.Thank you for the chance to win these goodies.Love Debbie x
ReplyDeleteFabulous Brenda...and thanks for the chance too :o)
ReplyDeletebig hugs Vicky xx
What a fun card. I love the lion. Thanks for a chance.
ReplyDeleteHy!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool lion. My son would love it. Thanks for the chance to win this candy.
hugs, Ingrid
Such a great card Brenda and I love that funky lion. xx
ReplyDeleteVery funny lion and the card is so cute! Like it!
ReplyDeleteCute Card and yummy goodies too. Thanks for the chance
ReplyDeleteHugs, Rosalee
This lion is very very cool Brenda. Beautiful creation.
ReplyDeleteNice you goodies.
Lovely greet
Marja
Fun card =) Very cute lion =)))
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun card, reminds me of the movie madagascar with the animals on a tropical island. Good luck with Royal Mail and thank you for a chance to win that yummie goodnes. Hugs, Hanneke
ReplyDeleteYour card looks great - but I am not sure I would trust that lion ....lol Thanks for the chance to win goodies
ReplyDeleteGreat card Brenda, hope the lion's enjoying his holiday lol! Not sure what to make of his expression though.
ReplyDeleteMeant to add a comment to Saturday's post but was still having problems commenting. I think RM and other large companies are their own worst enemy with the weird answers they give to complaints. Another problem is that your problem seems to be with RM and the Post Office. People tend to think they are all the one thing but they aren't! I'm not defending RM because I've had my own problems with them and even posties aren't immune to having problems with them.
I have to say I'm not happy about people saying PO staff are jobsworths because we want to check and weigh. We have to do this for our sake and the customer's, and also we're told to use the template every time. In practice an experienced PO person can usually tell by the look and feel whether something is ordinary, large or packet. I'm sure the people who complain about this would be the first to complain if we assumed a letter was ordinary and someone ended up being surcharged because it was large. It would be our fault. It really looks as if someone misread your letter which often happens I think if we have to complain about anything. I don't think it's just RM that gives daft answers to a clearly written complaint or query!
This morning before 9.30 I had 2 customers each with 10 parcels and each of them got 10 individual receipts. The first one was while it was quiet but the second caused a queue! No-one complained but I still apologised to everyone in the queue as I served them for keeping them waiting. In general people don't mind if you do that. Perhaps your post office person doesn't realise that it's his/her job to give the customer what he/she wants! Don't bother if they're grumpy that's their problem not yours! My daughter's father-in-law deliberately likes to go to the grumpy assistant for his pension just to annoy them. It's just mischief on his part as he's a lovely man.
Stick to your guns Brenda, don't give in, their must be someone in RM who can give you some answers. All I can say to everyone is if in doubt ask for a posting receipt and always put your own name and address on everything.
Take care,
Kat xx
Wonderful card Brenda....I like how you said he is a bit 'dandy' and off on a holiday. Love the imagination that goes into your cards. :-) Thanks for the chance in your giveaway.
ReplyDeleteLove your part of fantasy land - & the super scenery you've given him. He certainly looks like eh's enjoying those palm trees.
ReplyDeletePaula (PEP)
So nice card! :) Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic image, he looks fantastic. Smashing card Brenda. Lee x
ReplyDeleteI love the lion image, it looks like it has so much character. and thanks for giving us the chance to win
ReplyDeleteLindsay xx
What a lovely image of the lion Brenda,gorgeous card.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win the give away
Hugs harma
lovely card and super candy. both are winsome :).
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun lion!!! great card...
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance with the candy :)
Hi there again B., Ah some delicious yummies on offer and in my favourite colours too how delightful!
ReplyDeleteI pray someone who needs cheering up wins these. And for the weather update in Oz? it is 22C at 5.35pm in arvo and it is raining but we need it so not whinging. Oh, and enjoyed the Royal Mail comment above too! God bless, Shaz in oz.x
What a sweet card! The lion is so cute.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win this sweet candy :)
What a masculine lion, brings a smile on my face. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteA wonderful card. I love the lion, but he looks a bit annoyed to me - maybe his holiday isn't going to plan!
ReplyDeleteNikki x
I love lions very much!
ReplyDeleteThank you for candy.
oh Brenda this is one,brilliant card just love that lion hugs Cherylxxxx
ReplyDeleteThat is one cool lion, Luv Sam x
ReplyDeleteI love lions since my lil one is fascinated by them these days! nice work!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely card! I like it!
ReplyDeleteWhen I saw your card, was in my mind: "Hudomushen lev!" it means "Waggish lion!" I love the stamp and the card you made.
ReplyDeleteExcellent card...It looking so excellent and funny. Every thing looking awesome. Thanks for sharing such a beautiful card.
DeleteQuesto leone è stupendo, la card mi piace molto.
ReplyDeleteciao ciao
Hi Brenda, lovely card I was looking for animal image and came here. I love it.
ReplyDeletehehe, what a fun card. And really nice give away.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are lovely Brenda, as always. xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a beutiful card:) Mee like!!
ReplyDeleteThe lion brings lots of character to this card. I love it.
ReplyDeleteHappy Crafting!!! :) X X
Very funny lion !! I really like your card.
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