Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Over the....

top.  Yep, we got bling, metal, multiple layers, glitter, color, embossing....did I forget anything? Yeah, probably did but the point is that this card is NOT shy.  It is loud and proud and it is for my friend who is going through some very challenging health issues.  She has received some news that is not the news that she was hoping for.  It is not happy news and it is going to take a lot of her strength to go the next step in her journey.  And I feel for her.  And, I can't do a whole lot for her....to help her except to let her know that I am thinking of her.  That I know what she has ahead of her is scary but that I also know that she has it in her to dial back her fears and increase the volume on her hopes and that, yes that, is what will get her through the next few months.  So, I wanted a card that was vibrant, and hopeful. And, unfortunately,  a card and a prayer is all I can do for her at the moment.


And this is the inside because I am trying to finish off more of my cards on the inside.  Just trying to be pretty inside and out ;-D  


I am also going to send her a pair of very bright, very fun shoe laces.  Because, I know she will be up and about again and when she is I want her to have some fabulous, funky shoe laces to be-ribbon her shoes.  Thanks for stopping by.....I hope you all are having a good day ;-D

Be well,
Sheila

13 comments:

Sasha said...

Stunning! Sheila, your colouring is beautiful...especially your gorgeous rich coloured butterfly...Fabulous card!

Robin K. said...

Sheila-you are such a beautiful person both inside and out (just like your cards)! Your friend is a very lucky person to have you in her life-I know you and your creations will give her the comfort she'll need. Love the vitality and hopefulness of your card design-the butterfly is positively glowing!

Maureen Morton said...

You are the perfect friend - who can fail with you on their team?! Love this in all it's glory! It makes me smile that I am struggling with "clean and simple" while you are happily dancing over the top! Love it and you, girlfriend!

Sasha said...

Hi Sheila,
Thank you so much for your lovely comments on my card. Here is the tutorial I used...

http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/resources/tutorials/outoftheboxwithnestabilities

Barb said...

Sheila, your friend will adore this card and the loving thoughts that go along with it! It's so beautiful! Hugs to you!

joy said...

I agree with all of the above comments, Sheila! You are one great friend to have around and she will cherish this card. And, I just know she will love the pretty shoelaces, too!

Pam W Merwin said...

Exquisite! I know it will make her smile :)

Pajalu said...

Wow Sheila, This is one amazing card. I'm sorry for the reason that you needed to make this card & am sending hugs to you both. It sounds like you both need them. This card is stunning & I love the colours you have used xoxoxo

Judy1223 said...

Wow, Sheila, if this card doesn't bring a smile to your friend's face, I don't know what will! I love the idea of the fun shoelaces, too...you ARE so thoughtful!

Dawn T said...

You are a super friend Sheila. Your card will cheer your friend up, letting her know you are there for her. A fabulous card, beautifully finished inside as well.

Elizabeth Allan said...

Sheila your card and happy energy will give your friend such support! Love all the color and your idea about the fun and funky shoe laces!

Brenda said...

What wonderfully kind thoughts you shared Sheila and your friend is so very lucky to have someone like you in her life to pep her up! She is going to love this card and I can just imagine how funky those laces are going to be!

Greta said...

This card will be a big lift for your friend--I know she'll look at it over & over. Just being there for her means a lot. Gorgeous work, Sheila!