Sunday, May 06, 2012

sweet sketch balloon bear


For me this is classed as Clean and Simple but I do love how its turned out and it can be labelled a mans card.
The sketch is Sweet Sketch Wednesday and of course my little bear is LOTV.


 The papers are Kaiser and I've used the mans card compulsory zigzag punch from Martha Stewart.
 To finish I've used the clouds from Francoise Read patchwork balloon set, I do love these clouds they already have the stitched bit and are easy to cut out. The sentiment comes from that set too.
I can add it to the Lili's Little Fairies challenge of Anything Goes too
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Well I'm not surprised that nothing got done yesterday, with the phone ringing off and on and people popping in but Mum is now settled in Nursing Home. Considering how long it takes for anything to get done at the hospital and communication is absolutely rubbish.
 We only told then Thursday we liked the home we visited and it was all booked and ready for her  to go yesterday. It's pity they weren't that efficient when it came to finding out about Mums fractured wrist from a fall she had in the hospital.

71 comments:

Dawn T said...

another delightful card Debby. lovely PP for the background and love the zig zag punch. I got it yesterday so can't wait to try it out.

rachel said...

Absolutely stunning Debby - I've got this stamp coming for my birthday - can't wait now!!! Hugs Rachel xx

Sandra1968 said...

This is a gorgeous card and I love the papers you've used!
Hugs, Sandra

carrie-lee said...

gorgeous card love the sentiment xx

Crafty Moone Cards said...

Absolutely gorgeouds card Debby.
Sue x

nnalorac said...

A real cutie Debby, love your design and DPs, adorable card. Carolxx

Lisa Jane said...

oh this is lovely .. i just love the image and the papers are perfect
Lisa x

Christine L said...

Your cards just get better and better Debby... this one is super fabulous!

Glad to hear that your Mum is settled... sounds like she had a bad time in the hospital!

Hugs
Christine x

Beryl said...

It's so sweet but is such a mans card. Love the iage and the colouts.
Glad your mum is settled in Debby. It will take a lot off your mind knowing she is somewhere safe.
Beryl xx

Stamps and Paper said...

Lovely card Debby and such a sweet image... pleased to hear you have got your mum settled its never an easy time...

ANne

Leigh said...

Oh wow, this is fabulous. I have this same stamp on order. Pretty sure I have the same papers around too. Debby, I love the way you've coloured the balloons.

Doreen said...

This is gorgeous ,love the image and fabulous papers.I love the way you decoupage.xxx

Whisper said...

Oh what a cutie, fabby papers and image.

Aaah Nursing homes and hospitals - gee they are a law unto themselves !!, Luv Sam x

Cornelie said...

Very, very nice!!!

Anne said...

What a proper little cutie Debby. Hope your Mum settles OK. Hugs x

Chrissy said...

I love this card Debby, love the colours,papers and sweet image, the balloon looks magical...gorgeous card..

Luv CHRISSYxx

Brigitte said...

WOW, he is gorgeous!!! I love the patterned paper with the balloons and the MS punch! So very pretty!!! Hugs, Brigitte

Nicole said...

Gorgeous card! Nice image and a lovely text! Hugs,Nicole

Catherine said...

This is gorgeous, love the clouds and the cute image. Hope things work out ok with your mum...

Unknown said...

Debby what a beautiful card, nice colors and a cute stamp.
I am a bad blogger lately but I just see that the last time you've made beautiful cards great.

Hugs Suze xxx

Wendy said...

Adorable and so so gorgeous Debby, love it.
Wendy xx

Grenouille Greetings said...

Hope your mum settles in to her new home, Debby. You've made a lovely card today. Not that I'm surprised of course! Super design and wonderful coordination. Hugs, Lesley

McCrafty's Cards said...

An absolutely gorgeous card Debby. I like the image, those clouds and the papers.
Kevin xx

Claire said...

This is such an adorable card Debby - love it. Hugs, Claire x

susiestacey said...

Hi Debby, gorgeous card love the cute stamp from LOTV and the beautiful colours you have used x Susan x

Irene said...

Such an adorable card Debby!!!

hugs, irene

Kara Lynne said...

Debby, I LOVE this! The colors are are wonderful, and the stitched look flows throughout. It's wonderful!

sallysbitz2 said...

Lovely card Debby. I love the way you have used the MS punch, very effective x

Glad to hear things are getting sorted for you & your Mum x

hugs sally x
sallysbitz.blogspot.co.uk

Annie said...

This is gorgeous....love how the image is popping out, looks like they're actually flying! Fab papers and design. Hugs Ann x

Marian said...

Wat een prachtige kaart weer en je olifantjes snoezig hoor
Groetjes

Joey said...

Debby this is gorgeous, love the layout and fabulous papers! Joey x

Jeannie said...

Hi Debby! I always smile when you join us and your creation this week is no exception ~ he's so darn cute! You couldn't have used more perfect paper! Thanks so much for joining us this week at Sweet Sketch Wednesday.

Peace & Luv,
Jeannie

Erin- said...

Debby, I LOVE this! I follow your blog and look at your fantastic creations everyday, but I'm notorious for not leaving comments. This card, however, is too cute not to comment! Seriously, I love everything about this.

I'm glad you've gotten everything settled with your Mom.

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Glad your Mum is settled. Fab card, love the colours. I am so glad I bought this stamp, so cute.

Anonymous said...

Oh I love this Debby, gorgeous colours and such a sweet image!
Helen x

heidy said...

Fab card Debby!!
XXX Heidy

Lorraine said...

Gorgeous card Debby, I love the image and the little clouds.
Glad to hear your Mum is settling in.
Lorraine x

Eileen said...

I really love this one Debby, everything matches so well. Love those clouds, and your colouring is perfect as always
Eileen x

coops said...

fabulous card debby.i love these backing papers and really gorgeous image :D

xx coops xx

Helen said...

what a gorgeous cutie!

Riet said...

Beautiful card Debby,I love the image and the colours.
So gorgeous papers.

Hugs Riet.xx

The Crafty Blonde said...

Fabulous card, love the cute little bear and fabby papers and muted colours. Great little clouds and fab sentiment.
Lyndsey xx

Kjersti said...

A beautiful card Debbie! Love the cute little bear!
Hugs Kjersti:)

Liz's creative corner said...

Gorgeous card hun, fab image and lovely die cut, hugs Liz xx

angelwhispers said...

Debby this is one gorgeous card just adore you image and the papers are just so perfect! Thinking of you Chanellexx

coldwaters2 said...

Hi Debby this is absolutely adorable, I totally love the papers and colours you have used and that image is super and cute,
Hugs
Lorraine x

Tracey said...

Gorgeous card Debby :-) I love the patchwork feel. Hope ur mum will be very happy in the home.
Hugs
Tracey
Xx

Tracey said...

Gorgeous card Debby :-) I love the patchwork feel. Hope ur mum will be very happy in the home.
Hugs
Tracey
Xx

Stamps and Paper said...

Simply adorable Debby...great image

Anne

Linda Anderson said...

Absolutely darling! Love your image and colors. Thanks for joining us this week at Sweet Sketch Wednesday.

Linda

Danielle said...

Too adorable for words Debby! LOVE this - the papers and colours are just perfect and I adore those clouds!
Hugs, Danielle

Kathie said...

Hi Debby your Sweet Balloon Bear is just so cute and yes it would make an awesome masculine card great idea. I do love your colours and your design paper was just the perfect match. Yummy card and thanks so much for sharing your card with us at Sweet Sketch Wednesday and good luck.
Hugs
Kathie SSW-DT

Kim Dibben said...

Gorgeous card Debby, love the cute image, fabulous colour combo and layout.
Hugs Kim xx

mulberry station said...

Hi Debby, it is always such a treat to have you join us. I am always delighted when I see the you ahve entered a card. This one is gorgeous. I love all the detail work you add to your cards. They are stunning beyond words. Thanks for sharing your card with us.
Nancy SSW-DT

Patti P. said...

Debby, your talent never slows down, these are gorgeous papers and perfect with your LOTV. Love the clouds.
Thanks for sharing at Sweet Sketch Wednesday.

Patti SSW/DT

PS: Hope your Mom settles well.

Danni said...

This image is just so darling!! What a super sweet card!!

Spyder said...

Amazing card, just too cute for words!
(Lyn)

Heide said...

Debby,
This is just darling! Super duper cute, love the popped image. So glad you could join us this week at SSW.
Hugs, Heide SSW-DT

Elise said...

Oh my gosh Debby! Wowww, this is incredibly gorgeous! I love how you layer you images and make it look "puffy" .. it's STUNNING! Thank you so much for joining us at Lili's Little Fairies!

Hugs,
Elise

Melodie said...

Super cute. I love the colour-combi very much.
Hugs
Melodie

Unknown said...

Super sweet Debby love the papers too! Jo xxx

jem (jane elizabeth middleton) said...

love this card,colours just right and a fab image. janex

XxJULESxX said...

oh wow love it!! another gorgeous one Debby!

Julie said...

So adorable, love the image and the balloons!! Juliex

Sharon Basel said...

Debby this is just amazing! One of your best cards yet. Love this darling bear in a balloon - it has such great dimension, one of your hallmarks. The clouds are just so clever as the sketch embellies. So beautifully done - I love your work and am so glad you share it with us at Sweet Sketch Wednesday!
Sharon, SSW-DT

Arlana 11426 said...

Such a adorably sweet card. I love your image and you always have such perfect detail. Have a Sweet day!!! Arlana@SSW!!!

melsanford said...

Such a cute little bear! Love the hot air balloon papers - perfect! Love 'n' hugs, Mel xx

Genevieve said...

Oh this is beautiful!!! Love the little bear in the balloon & the clouds are fab!! Thanks so much for joining us this week @ SSW :)

Genevieve DT

Juls said...

too cute!! love the little clouds, hugs Juls

Babs said...

Beautiful! Every detail is fantastic.
Luv, Babs xo

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