Making cards - Ideas for a card craft beginner (part 2)

Fifi_Folle

Morning Ladies,

I am off work today with a frozen shoulder so am propped up in bed with a hot water bottle on it. Even though it hurts alot, I couldn't resist coming on here to catch up on what you've all been up to over the weekend!

Firstly a massive thanks to Melissa for the goodies she sent me. I haven't seen them yet as I got them posted to my Mams address but I gave her permission to open up the parcel & she says everything is lovely & to say thankyou from her too! Love your cards that you have made recently too.x

Rusty A belated Happy Birthday to you! Hope you had a fab one.
Thanks very much for the secret stash info. I've only had a quick peek but it looks amazing! Can't wait to use some of them next time I make some cards.
That's great that you have a shop selling your nappy cakes! They are gorgeous, wish I was as talented as you. What shop is it, is it one anywhere near me?
Have you got your Cuttlebug yet? My Mam & I got one recently & I love it! They are so easy to use.

Manson666 I'm so sorry to hear you are having such a bad time at the moment :grouphug:

Rainmac Hope Thomas is all better now. I like your crafty place challenge card, it's very summery.
Thanks for the link to the Lili of the Valley Sale. Somehow some polar bears, a dragon & some butterflies jumped into my basket!! It must be because they are three of my most favourite things so wanted to be with me coz they knew i'd love them!

Npsmama I'm so glad your little one is ok, what a nasty shock that must have been.
Have you got your piglets yet? I can't wait to see a pic!
I absolutely love your quilt cards, I think I might have to pinch that idea if you don't mind! Thanks for the link to the papers too, there's some lovely ones on that site.

Louby lou lou Glad your stall went well even though the weather was bad. I'm sorry to hear about your SILs Mam. The card you have made her is lovely.

Jailhousebabe Take That were fabulous! I feel like I've gone back to my teenage years again. I think I'm in love with Jason Orange now, phwoar he's gorgeous!! :smileyhea lol

MrsTidge You are never too old to see Take That!! This was by far their best show ever. I'm going to see them again in Manchester in a couple of weeks & I am excited already! Glad you had a nice day shopping in London. When was/is your birthday?

EmmaOC Thanks for the link to the freebies

LucyLu Hope you're not havng such a difficult time :grouphug: x

SheGrinch I think your nephews card is very funny, not sure he will though! haha

Padingtondoo Thanks for singing Bros, I used to be a Brosette so it made me smile! Love everything on your blog, you are very talented!

Saveapenny Hope you are feeling alot better :grouphug: x

cgcockcroft I like your black & white card. I always thinks monochrome cards look so classy. D&D are so cute aren't they!

Mumhug I don't think people would be offended if you didn't want to post abroad. It is such a kind gesture for you to make. Everyone is so lovely on here!

I think that's everyone covered but if I have forgotten you I am sorry, it wasn't intentional!

I'll try & get some pictures of my cards posted now

Fifi_Folle

A friend at work asked me to make him a card for his Grans birthday. Here's what I came up with

Fifi_Folle

His Mam was impressed with the card I made so asked if I'd make a wedding card for her & she'd pay me! I was so chuffed. She said the colour theme of the wedding was cream & burgandy. I had no idea what kind of card to make so I just ended making up a selection from her to choose from. Here they are













I think she went with the last one.

melissa75_2

Fifi Folle - you're welcome - I get stuff delivered to my Mum's all the time - but she lives 2 hours away. So sometimes I regret it as I have to wait weeks to get my parcels. Beautiful card - I really like the flower and lace - its so pretty.
Mumhug - what a lovely, generous offer.

melissa75_2

Fifi Folle - beautiful wedding cards - they're all very different. I think my favourites are the first and third ones - although its hard to choose!

Fifi_Folle

And last but not least I was at a christening yesterday so made this. I got the idea from here, so thanks to whoever posted it originally!

JailhouseBabe

Morning all!
First thing, I'd like to apologise for being very behind on commenting on blogs. I don't know why but whenever I type in a comment and try to post it, it just disappears.
I'll try to add a card to the CCC challenge later today, but I think they're using comments to link now instead of Mr. Linky so it probably won't work for me.
I can't remember now how many blogs I've tried to comment on, so will just have to say a general thanks to everyone.
Louby-lou-lou - your sympathy card is very nice, and fitting for the occasion.
cgcockcroft - I love how you've managed to work a D&D image into a monochrome card; it's very effective.
fif folle - you've been busy! Your cards are all very professional looking, I love the flower on the 'gran' card. The pram card is gorgeous; I know I say it every time someone posts one, but I really do love those prams and the different ways they're being incorporated into the cards. I think I was the first to post a link to it, but I prefer everyone else's take on it to mine!

Fifi_Folle

Thanks Jailhousebabe. The flower was a topper from Lakeland, which unfortunately you can't get anymore since they've stopped selling all their crafty things.
I really like your take on the pram! I agree with you, I love to see all the different ways people use them on their cards.

Marg

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Hello, I'm off sick today as well:eek: I've got a water works infection & feel pretty yukky with it, but I should be ok once the antibiotics kick in.

Because I've got time I've had a bit of a browse at a thread I used to visit and I was pleased to see that PinkladyMel is still in the competition on the above blogspot. If you get the chance why not go & have a look and vote for [STRIKE]your favourite [/STRIKE]Melanie Marshall. Am I allowed to say that on here?

All your cards are fab Fifi Folle - hope you feel better soon

rainmac

Sounds like several people are poorly at the moment so BIG hugs to you all. I can join in the ill club as I've hurt my neck/shoulder and it was really bad on friday and saturday. Been better since yesterday but think the painkillers and hot water bottles have helped.

My DS2 has been loads better since yesterday, he's just really tired, thank you for the kind comments x

Lovely cards everyone, hope I've caught up with blogs today.