Sunday, June 6, 2021

Picture Perfect Hello

Hello, lovely friends.  First of all, I want to thank all of you for your concern for LuLu and for my family while she, hopefully, recovers from her stroke caused by the fibrocartilaginous embolism.  It has been a trying time and this emotional roller coaster is a crazy ride.

I haven't had time to make cards, but I do have some card photos sitting here on the blog and ready to share.  Hey, I can sit with LuLu and do that at the same time, and the diversion helps keep my mind in a better place.  Besides, it's hard to feel down when looking at this:



These darling little hamsters are from the MFT Picture Perfect set, colored with Copics, and designed on a 4 3/4" square card.  All ingredients are listed below.  It was definitely a fun card to make.

By the way, I need to finish the switch from my Google (Feedburner) email service to the new follow.it service.  I loved the way the blog emails looked up to this point, but I'm not sure if I have the new service set up right for all of you.  So, please, if you get this email (possibly twice) I would love to know what the follow.it email looks like on your end.  Are you getting a full post with photos, or is it just a title that you have to click on to visit the blog?  Thank you so much for your help.  Have a beautiful day!


Stamps:  MFT Picture Perfect  Paper:  Neenah Classic Crest Super Smooth Solar White, SU Bermuda Bay, ribbed white (unknown brand), My Mind's Eye Notable designer paper, Bo Bunny Natural Necessities Double Dot designer paper  Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black  Coloring:  Copics  Dies:  MFT #captions, Memory Box Jasmine Frame (2012)  Other:  SU Subtle embossing folder

25 comments:

Maria Rodriguez. said...

Hello Leslie: Well, let me tell you that this post came to me in the usual, fabulous way, pictures and all so, the "follow.it" is working fine.
These little hamsters are adorable and I love how you made this look like a Polaroid picture, so darn cute.
Now, how is your sweet Lulu doing? I'm anxious to know if the medication and therapy are working, I'm praying she will make a full recovery.
Give her a big hug from me.
Sending love, my friend.
Stay healthy and safe.
XO
Maria.

Aimeslee Winans said...

Adorable card. I can read your entire post. xoxo

crafty-stamper said...

Great fun card love the really cute image and the foliage frame-LuLu has a lot of fans sending good wishes for her recovery too bless her
Carol x

Conniecrafter said...

Before I forget I am getting the full page in my email, I think it works great, I might have to try using that one too :)
Your card is just adorable, love the way you have colored them, and I love how you have used that frame with them, I really need to quit buying dies so I am made to use my old ones like this, I so love how you used it!
I am sure Lulu is feeling the love you have for her, hope every day is a little better for her!

Ros Crawford said...

It's a terrific and fun card Leslie and beautifully done... I'm still so sad for you and sending as many positive thoughts as I can your way.

Jane Luxem said...

Your post came through perfect...script and photos. Continued good thoughts for Lulu!

Annie H said...

;-))) what a cute couple, lovely fun card !

Yogi said...

Lovely. Have a great day

Unknown said...

I could read the entire post in my email. And your card is very cute! Though I don't know you personally, I feel as though I do ... your love for Wally and Lulu tells me we could be good friends, if we ever met. I have thought about you all a LOT since reading about Lulu and my heart hurts for you. I'm sending my very best wishes and prayers for Lulu to make a good recovery.

Nanny's Pansy Patch said...

I hope this fines Lulu is doing much better! I love these adorable hamsters that you colored up so cute! I'm sure Lulu loves the extra time and hugs she is receiving! Good thoughts coming your way!

Claudia said...

I can read and get photos if I click on the title.
Thinking of you both after hearing the news of LuLu.
Prayers are sent . We who have pets can feel your pain.

Donna Ellis said...

Hi, Leslie - your little fur critters on this card are beyond sweet. You are so right, that they cannot help but put a smile on my face. You always take ANY image and turn it into something heartwarming and happy. I just love your artwork. Sending furry good thoughts to you and Lulu. love, de

Pauline said...

Leslie, your card is so sweet! Love these two critters. Your entire layout is adorable, suits these 2 perfectly! Sending healing wishes and good thoughts as Lulu continues to heal to a full recovery. Hugs,

Margaret said...

This is such an adorable image. Love your layout and the great frame you created for these cute critters. Hugs to you all.

CaroleAnn said...

Hi, Leslie
Your cards are adorable and there is something about that critter one and the previous post of the kitties that just makes me have a big old smile on my face!!!

So sorry about LuLu and I am praying for comfort for her and for your heart. I have had many pets in my lifetime and know too well what it feels like to worry over a sick pet. Big hugs to all of you!!!!

Cindy Beach said...

This is adorable! I love these MFT images, you've made such a cute card.

Christine Alexander said...

your blog is coming perfectly, love seeing the pics in the email. You gave me the nudge I need to use follow it :)
Those little hamsters are adorable and love the DP frame.
Positive thoughts for Lulu ♥

Darlene said...

OMG this card is adorable ... brought an instant smile! Keeping you in my happy thoughts and praying LuLu is doing better with each passing day! HUGS

Lynette said...

Oh, these little critters are so darn cute! They look like they are peeking in a window to see how Lulu is doing. :-)

Bonnie said...

I got this email with the full post and I believe it came through Feedburner. It seems that when I get notification through Follow.it it's just a title. Maybe I need to subscribe again.
Anyway, I'm glad Lulu is holding her own and you can spend lots of time with her. Your hamsters are adorable and you're making me want to order this adorable set! Thanks for the inspiration and enabling, my friend!

Bonnie said...

This post just came in on FollowIt! The whole post not just the link. I think you've got it all set.

Cat Craig said...

Darling card, and yay on follow it working. Hugs and prayers for lulu.

Diane said...

This is just the cutest !! In all the stamps I have I don't have any hamsters, now you make me want some, they are so plump and so darn adorable, made me smile as soon as I saw them. Hoping Lulu is recovering!!

Loll said...

Glad you have your subscribers set up ... and I'm one of them. :) Everything came through perfectly, my friend! What a happy little card. You can't look at those faces without smiling. I hope you are taking some time to look at them too ... you need a pick-me-up! Thinking of you and LuLu. xx

HilaryJane said...

Such a cheery little card, love it xx