Saturday 21 September 2024

Simple blooms


Morning to you all, this week at Allsorts Liz would like to see Sympathy or Get Well cards and of course the Anything Goes option. Prizes come from Craft Stash and Highlight Crafts. We have an important note on this weeks post which we ask all entrants to read.

I've used a MCS background and simply stamped the blooms using mini distress inkpads direct to stamp along with a spritz of water and sentiment which is Penny Black.

Below another simple one again using MCS (Highlight Crafts), image printed twice, oblong dies to cut aperture's on one, foam pads to the back and lined up over the second image and  a few Swarovski gems.


Short post, had shoulder and head nerve blocks Wednesday and back in for the re-scheduled Kidney op Wednesday, such a glamorous life I lead.

25 comments:

Aquarius said...

Floral cards are very suitable for this type of occasion and these two are beautiful. Clever idea for the yellow one. All the very best for your upcoming op.

meg said...

Two gorgeous floral cards suitable for any occasion,

Pauline C said...

Two gorgeous floral cards - love the delicate stamping on the first one and the clever use of apertures on the second. Hope your upcoming op will go ahead this time and best of luck with it xx

Craftyfield said...

Both beautiful cards Brenda! I hope the nerve block is working.x

Sarn said...

Two gorgeous cards. I particularly like the die cut aperture/foam pad one.
Wishing you luck for next op, plus a speedy recovery xxx

Lisa said...

Your handmade cards are absolutely stunning! The use of MCS backgrounds and the technique of stamping blooms with mini distress inkpads and a spritz of water create such a beautiful effect. The Penny Black sentiment adds a lovely touch. The second card is equally impressive. The way you’ve used oblong dies to create apertures and added dimension with foam pads is so creative. The Swarovski gems are the perfect finishing touch.

Carol L said...

The first card with the matching envelope is gorgeous and that 2nd card is just stunning with the perfectly matching overlay design! Amazing cards! So sorry you're dealing with pain and nerve blocks and then more kidney issues later on this week. Sending heartfelt healing hugs and best wishes your way for getting back to a pain-free life quickly.

Ellibelle said...

Two beautifully doen cards Brenda, great designs perfect for the occasions.

Ellibelle said...

Just noticed your comment on my Penny Black card. The die has not been retired by Penny Black, it's the owner of online shop "PB Stamps" (they used to sponsor Penny Black and More challenge a long time ago) who is retiring, so he had marked everything down in his shop.

Pat said...

Two fabulous simple cards Brenda, the colours on each are beautiful. Hope all goes well on Wednesday.

Pat xx

Gail L said...

Very pretty Brenda!
Good luck with your treatments!

Chris said...

Yes Brenda, your life is just one big round of giddy excitement and fun! Seriously, hope all goes well with the op on Wednesday.
Your beautiful floral cards would cheer anyone's day.
xx

crafty-stamper said...

Both beautiful cards and flower stamps but really love the second one. Hope the nerve blocks are working and wishing you a speedy recovery after your kidney op.
Carol x

Greta said...

Hope the nerve blocks work and that the procedure is successful. What a lovely first card and such a great design for those beautiful lillies!

KarinsArtScrap said...

you have made a beautiful and gorgeous card Brenda........great design on the last one.......gr karin

Faith A at Daffodil Cards said...

Such very beautiful cards Brenda. Good to read you had the blocks done and good luck for Wednesday, I admire you keeping everything up to date on your blog etc. Take care. x

Linby said...

A pretty card with the lovely background. Your second card is the perfect image for the technique and looks so beautiful.

Crafting Queen said...

Two great cards Brenda. Anesha x

Carole said...

Two beautiful cards. Love the purple flowers with the spritz for the watercolour look and those daffs are so fresh ad spring like. Looks a complicated card too! xx

Sarah said...

Beautiful cards Brenda and I love your clever aperture idea. You brought a smile to my face about the gin. We made a wonderful discovery in Aldi this week a mulled spice gin liquer, it's delicious and I'm not a fan of messed about gin usually!! I have everything crossed for you xx

HilaryJane said...

Lovely cards. Good luck on Wednesday xx

Liz said...

Two stunning cards, Brenda. I especially love the technique you’ve used on your second card, just beautiful!
Hope all goes well tomorrow.
Liz xx

Donna Ellis said...

Hi, B! I smiled at your use of the "glorious life" phrase at the end of your post. I truly do understand, although you seem to have just about every little thing plaguing you as time marches forward. (Please send Mr. Murphy - of Murphy's Law - away!) May I also please thank you for the impact you've held in my little life. In utter humility, I thank you for being one of the kindest, dearest, most caring and authentic individuals I've ever met. You have given me strength on many occasion. Brenda, I think of you nearly every day, reminding myself of your essence, and of others who find themselves in your position. I had something similar to your nerve blocks across my back and cervical areas in 2023. We call them RFA (radio frequency ablation) here. First I went through four procedures of the nerve blocks to see if the procedures would be effective, and then the longer-lasting RFA. The RFA was guaranteed for 4-6 months, but BOY AM I LUCKY! It's been 17 months, and they are still keeping the bulk of my body pain at manageable levels, enabling me to walk a little, and do some other movements I otherwise would not be able to do. I can usually even shower without assistance again! I hope your nerve blocks prove to be just as successful! As for your cards, I am absolutely in love with the yellow blossoms. Your design is lovely! The direct to stamp technique is one I have forgotten and looks fabulous on your slim line creation. Wishing you beauty in the days ahead, my friend. Love, de

Nadia Adams said...

Your 'Simple Blooms' card is absolutely stunning! The way you've layered the floral elements creates such an elegant and polished look. I love how you've kept the colors soft and subtle, allowing the blooms to truly pop. Krazycouponclub

Sandra H said...

Two really beautiful cards Brenda so elegant they are x