Morning Folks and what a beautiful morning it is too...cold, frosty but most important of all bright....and today is a very special day ...the first day of the new presidency of Barak Obama....a momentous day for the whole world...not just the American people.As I watched his Inauguration Speech....I was truly moved by the occasion..he is a skilful orator and communicates brilliantly with his audience...a humble unassuming man who cares about all the citizens of the USA regardless of creed or colour....he has a big mountain to climb but he brings hope to us all for peace and stability in the world. I wish him and all our buddies in the USA good wishes and here's to better times.
I think I have turned the corner this week...my old enthusiasm has returned and I am back to enjoying what I do.....probably because I have lots of deadlines and I always think I work better under pressure...give me lots of time and I never seem to get out of the bit....and do you know what....the bulbs are peeking through in the garden.......a sign that Spring is on it's way.
and the matching envelope
Papers: Basic Grey Sugared Collection
Bling & Ribbon from my stash
I am in challenge mode now....so off to get a couple more done and the last of the DT stuff...see you all tomorrow for Sneaky Peek Thursday.....Hugs Kath xxxxxx
Hi Kath,
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog via OWOH and entered your draw, I saw this card of yours and just had to say it is just stunning, I will be back to see more.
Cheers Linda
beautiful - LOVE this especially making a matching envelope perfect
ReplyDeleteOhhhh this is just sooooo beautiful Kath. I love the way it all sits together so nicely - very clever!!! And I love the sentiment - it IS precious, just like you my friend, and I'm glad your enthusiasm is returning, cos it is just plain old crappo when you get like that isn't it xxxxx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work Kath, I just ♥adore♥ this card and matching envie, and your amazing attention to detail. Fabulous take on Kazan's sketch!!
ReplyDeleteStunning card Kath, absolutely stunning. Have a lovely day.
ReplyDeleteOh wow Kath! This is so gorgeous! I love the flourishy swirly bits and the sentiment is so sweet! xx
ReplyDeleteHello Kath! this great card, as always! Beautiful! the colors and everything you've given him are fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that the new U.S. president is important for all the world. In my country, Argentina, also live with hope that things will improve for all, and that peace prevails over all things.
Kath a hug! Happy Wednesday!
Just love your Card Kath, and those BG papers and that flower is just georgous.
ReplyDeletethank you for your lovely comment on my blog.
Hope you got the ribbon OK.
Carol xx
Oh, this is Beautiful Kath!
ReplyDeleteMight just have a go myself now, you've inspired me!
Hugs Suze x
Hi Kath. You could not have put your thoughts on Barack better. I wholeheartedly, and I suppose the greater part of the world, agree with you. Your card is gorgeous and a great interpretation of the sketch. Love the colour combo. Can't believe you are witnessing the very first signs of Spring on your side, then we must start witnessing the very first signs of autumn here in Johannesburg, have not noticed it yet though. Hugs from Desire
ReplyDeletethis is beautiful! I love the matching envelope.
ReplyDeletelovely card.
love tina x
aww this is sooo beautiful!!!there is a little something for u on my blog!! luv n hugs Lesley xxx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card, beautiful colours! Hugs, Moni
ReplyDeleteHi Kath
ReplyDeletei love your card its so pretty, there is something for you on my blog
hugs
holly x
p.s pls give buddy a hug for me :)
Such a gorgeous creatyion, Kath!!! love every detail!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Peet
This card is absolutely stunning! I just love everything about it! And that matching envelope...fabulous!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Kath. Really beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWhat bulbs are that? Don't they know it's only January? I have loads of tulips in the house at the moment, they are my favorite flower this time of year and I buy them every week the moment the christmas tree is back in it's box.
Eveline.
Kath, I didn't check who was logged in but it's me who put in the comment and not my daughter Simone who started her own blog today and keeps sitting in front of the computer and logging me off.
ReplyDeleteEveline.
Oh what a gorgeous take on this weeks sketch...
ReplyDeleteAren't those sugared papers just delicious.. I've had mine out today & just can't get enough of them...
Look forward to tomorrow's creation..
Hugs
Lorraine xxx
Wow Kath what a beautiful card you have created here....Im all inspired by your blog xx thank you for sharing all your ideas xx chooks xx
ReplyDeleteOm-goodness Kath - can your work get anymore gorgeous. This is really beautiful (do I say this everytime!)
ReplyDeleteHugs
Kazan
This is beautiful Kath......I love the flourishes. Nice take on the sketch, too.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work! I have that Basic Grey line, and love it! Thanks for sharing your ideas!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card.
ReplyDeleteSo very pretty...I just love the layers of accents! Great job with the sketch!
ReplyDelete~Lea
completely gorgeous! wow! love this so much!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card !!!
ReplyDeleteHow do you do it?? Love your card again!
ReplyDeleteYou are so talented.
I bought that paper also. Can't wait to use it.
Martha
love all the layers bits and pieces and colours of this card Kath- just fab
ReplyDeleteAllisonX
Very pretty
ReplyDeleteSo pretty. Love this so much.. Great Job with the Sketch.
ReplyDeleteSonia (Sony) :)
Wow,this is beautiful Kath! Love the swirls...great take on the sketch!
ReplyDeleteGlad you're feeling your mojo again!
Blessings, Maria
Beautiful Kath!
ReplyDeleteLove it, its scrumptious!
ReplyDeleteHello this is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteKath, your card is truly beautiful! Gorgeous sentiment and such amazing attention to detail - you a one very talented lady! Oh, love the matching envelope too!
ReplyDeleteHugs Sarah x