Happy Wednesday everyone!! I hope you have had a wonderful week since my last posting! So much for this "Poster Child"...I thought I was home free but the Chemo Dragon had more thoughts about me. This last chemo treatment has ended up being a very HUMBLING one. I knew the last was going to be the worst but little did I know that I would be out of commission for almost a week after having the Neulasta shot from the depths of Hades...lol...BUT the good news is that I am feeling much, much better and hopefully on the mend to much better days ahead. I can't remind you all enough to please be constantly aware. I would never want any of you to experience the downside of chemotherapy!!
Now, let's get happy because today is the Flower Soft Blog Hop where the DT members were asked to use one of the darling Flower Soft Toppers. So if you have arrived here first, I would love for you to start the Hop at the Flower Soft Blog. Please make sure that you comment on every blog post in the hop! One lucky participant who comments on one of the blogs will win a prize package of Flower Soft products which includes: Moments in Time Boy's Sports Toppers, Sage and Sand Ultra Fine Flower Soft, Flower Soft Glue. Comments will stay open for until 6:00 pm June 29th. The winner will be announced on the Flower Soft blog on June 30th. I also wanted to remind you that there is a new episode of Flower Soft TV every Friday. To register for announcements, contests and specials at Flower Soft TV go to http://www.flower-soft.tv/#information.html and then click green "REGISTER" button.For my card, I used Bazzill for the base, all matting is PTI, and the DP is from Papermania. The background panel is machine stitched and for the topper I used a MS ATP punch for the setting. I used Sand and Toffee Ultra Fine Flower Soft to outline the bears and a touch of Raspberry Fizz Ultra Fine Flower Soft for one of the bows. The blue bows were covered with Crystal Effects for shine. The topper I selected is from the Recipes for Friendship collection. To finish the card I added tiny blue mulberry roses, a satin vertical and bow, and pink pearls.
I hope you have enjoyed my little submission and will visit my other Flower Soft DT partners to see what they have created for this fun event. Your next stop on the way will be to the blog of Debbie Seyer who I'm sure will have something very exciting for you to see!!
But before you go....a couple of Jacque things...smile
WINNER of the Belles 'n Whistles Sweet Stuff...Congratulations to...
Judi who said
Once again, you've EXCELLED yourself, Jacque, I don't know how you do it!!! Just love your card, and this image is SO beautiful.Glad the chemo is over now, and hope you're feeling better SOON! Hugs Judi xxx
Thanks to everyone who dropped by and left a comment. Looks like this surprise will be going to Hampshire in the UK. Judi, plesae contact me before Saturday, June 26 at noon DST so that I can get the package out to you.
NEW SWEET STUFF from ME...You all know that I can certainly not participate in a Blog Hop (or anything else for that matter...haha) without offering you something from my Sweet Stuff bin. So for this Hop I would like to offer the following goodies from my Flower Soft stash!! Hope you like it!
Flower Soft Recipes for Friendship Toppers
Toffee Ultra Fine Flower Soft
Sand Ultra Fine Flower Soft
Raspberry Fizz Ultra Fine Flower Soft
Flower Soft Glue
Collection of Pink and Blue Mulberry Flowers
Please leave a comment before Saturday, June 26 at Noon DST to be eligible for my Sweet Stuff! Good Luck!!
My sincere thanks to each of you for dropping by to see what's happening in my world! It is a much happier and nicer place because you are such a very important part of it. The many comments, emails, etc that you send to me, have made my life much richer and I appreciate the constant encouragement so much...Enjoy the rest of your week and I hope you will return again often! Big hugs!!
132 comments:
woo hoo I get to be the first one to comment ... sorry you have been so ill but overjoyed that you are feeling better ... I'm not a teddy lover, but the sentiments are wonderful, friendships are like gold and should be treasured
Oh Jacque, I so hope you're feeling better now, you are an inspiration. I love your teddy card with the flowersoft, you bow is perfect as always! ♥
Love your card!!! Glad to hear that your are much much better now, and thanks for your beautiful stash and the opportunity to win it)))
Jacque, this card is so cute. :))Great job as always.
Maggi
Jacque this is great idea... Your card is very pretty, and thanks to chance to win it.
Hugs
Agnieszka
Jacque this is sooo sweet, love your die cut, image, colors, and the piercing...Such a beautiful creation!
Jacque, this is so adorable!! I love your gorgeous card!! xx
hello Jacque i have hope you will'be free from chemo soon.Your card is great like always. Be carefull
hugs Kasia
Awww Jacque your card is beautiful, as always x So sorry the chemo hit you like a brickwall but it is over now so lots to look forward to! Thank you so much for the chance to win your 'super sweet' sweet stuff, big hugs xxx
Hi Jacque,
You are an amazing woman and a real inspiration! I am so glad that you are feeling better again :o)
Thanks so much for a chance to win this beautiful candy.
Fiona x
Sweet card Jacque! Hope you are doing well this week! As always, thanks for the chance to win!
Hugs
Ramona
http://create-with-joy.blogspot.com
each cards i stare at in amazement...you are truy gifted....glad you're feeing better too...xxx
Jacque, I hope you are feeling good.
I wish you to be very healthy and always feel good.
Thanks for the chance.
Have a nice day!
lovin the card! glad you are felling better now after your last chemo. thanks for the chance to win some sweet candy!
x laura x
Hi Jacque,
Fab card hun - love your ribbon and bow. Super cute image and fantastic sentiment. So glad the light at the end of your tunnel is getting brighter by the day!! Things can only get better from here on in.
Hugs
Dawn x
You can always be relied on to create a stunning card Jacque and this is no different, such a cute recipe too.
So sorry to hear that you've been laid low by the final treatment, but I hope that things will continue to improve for you day by day from now on.
Love it! The thin fluffy outline is very nice, the colors are BEARy cozy =)
Love the text going round and the girlish look =)
Awww.... the bears are sweet~
I wish I can win the Sweet Stuff this time, as my mom birthday falls on June 26, it would be such a great surprise for her if she saws this great Sweet Stuff.
http://the-art-town.blogspot.com/
Gorgeous card with a very sweet bear image:-)
Loved the frame around and your nice colours.
Have a great daY! Hugs Laila.
Glad you're feeling better and on the mend.
What a sweet gorgeous card. Lovely papers and image. Thanks for the chance to win. Kathleen x
So happy to hear you are feeling a little better Jacque, I really need to get myself some of the ultra fine, I only have the sweet pea and spring. Your card is adorable and I love the topper. I'm enjoying the hop. Need to go visit Debbie now.
Blessings
Suzi x
Glad to hear you are feeling better every day! Thank you for offering such beautiful sweet stuff and for the chance to win it. Your card is absolutely adorable, I love it! Stay well sweety! ~ Staci
Such a gorgeous card Jacque. .you just keep pulling them out of the hat!! Wondeful work :)
I'm so sorry you had such a dreadful week. Thank heaven's that your chemo is finally over. I hope you feel better real soon!!
Sandie
Hallo Jacque,
ich wünsche Dir alles erdenklich Gute of this Welt!!!!!!
Deine Bärchenkarte ist so toll und niedlich und der Bloghope ist klasse
lg gila
I'm glad your feeling better sweetie! I admire your perseverance. YOU ARE A REMARKABLE WOMEN!
Thank you so much for letting us know about the Flower Soft Blog hop I'm going to hop right over there! Your card is so cute. I love the image and the border punch is so pretty. Have a wonderful day!
Hugs Bonnie
Hi Jacque,
good to hear you're feeling better now! There will be much "good time" ahead of you!!
Youre crad is great as ever.
Hugs,
Jolita
Jacque, this is so adorable!!
I am so sorry to hear you've had such a rough go of it but happy to hear you are feeling better now. Praying you will be blessed with nothing but good health and happy days from here on out. You are an inspiration.
Thanks again for another oppertunity to win your sweet stuff.
Blessings
Bernie
Hi Jacque,
I'm so sorry you have had such a difficult week from your last go round with chemo...but at least it's the last go round-right:0)
I couldn't wait to check your blog today in hopes it would be a birthday appropriate card and I could pretend it was..for me.. lol.. You didn't let me down. Your card is perfect as always. I love the colors, the flower soft and the bears are adorable.
Thanks for the info about the blog hop. Since I'm here I will go and check it out.The stamp they are offering looks just like an exact picture I have of my two sons about 15 or 16 years ago.
It would be quite fun to win your blog candy also since I have never used flower soft before and don't have any. Thanks for the chance to win.
Take Care & God Bless,
Cheri
I am so pleased you are feeling better Jacqui, and thanks for being so generous once again. Would really love to win this, as I have recently started with Flower soft and loving it. Your card is pure delight as I just love teddies. Warm wishes. Have a good week.
Jacqui I am so glad that you are done with your chemo ! I pray that you continue to get stronger. Your card is adorable and thanks for the chance to try some of the new little fine flower soft, you are so giving !
This card is beautiful! You do lovely work. I just signed up for your email feed so I don't miss anything!!!!
Love the card. The bears look real with the flower soft on them. Hope you have a great rest of the week.
craftymom205 at yahoo dot com
This is just so precious, Jacque!! I love how you've outlined the cute bears with Flower Soft, and your frame is beautiful with the little flowers and perfect ribbon!!
Glad you're feeling better, Jacque! Hugs!!
Well, I hope you are feeling better now! You'd never know it by the looks of your card! So beautiful, as always! You are a true inspiration in so many ways! I have not tried Flower Soft yet, but have been wanting to so very much! I love the dimension and realism it adds to your projects! I have been following your blog and the Flower Soft blog for quite some time just admiring and in such awe of your work and the whole extremely talented DT! Thanks for all you do! *hugs*
Gorgeous card! And I am sorry to hear the last shot was aweful bad for you but I am also happy to hear you are feeling much better!! You are such a strong woman and I love how positive you are always! Your truly and inspiration all around!! :)
Thanks for being so kind and generous!
-Stacie
Another wonderful card. So sorry your last session was so bad. Hoping you make a lasting and strong recovery, never to have to go through anything like that again...
Oh, your card is gorgeous. I hope you're feeling a lot better soon. Sorry to hear the shot didn't treat you so well. TFS.
sono felice per la tua nuova vincitrice e ti ringrazio per la tua continua generosità... un saluto solare dall'italia ciao
Sorry to hear that the last treatment kept you down, but I am happy to hear that you are feeling much better now. Your card is so cute, and of course the coloring is amazing.
You are forever giving away sweet stuff! Thanks so much for the opportunity to win those goodies. :)
Hi Jacque
Nice card. I'm glad to see you're feeling better now. Thanks for the opportunity to win this yummy blog candy.
Glad you are feeling better. WOW! Your cards is just amaZING and so inspiring. Thanks for a chance at some flower soft goodies. I've been wanting to try some. I just love how it just bring things to life on a project.
Those bears are absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for the chance to win some flower soft sweet stuff!
wonderful card thanks for sharing. would love to win some of your sweet stuff :)
I love the style of your cards, with all the embellishments to make them special. You have such a talent for putting it all together!
Thanks for your generous blog candy too.... always a treat!
DeniseB
So sorry you had such a tough week Jacque, sincerely hope it's all up hill from now on!!
Love your card (as always)..thanks for a chance to win some flower soft goodness!!
Hugs,
Terry
I am so glad you have the worst of the treatments behind you. There are too many wonderful things to do and see to be ill and I think you know how to enjoy them all!
Beautiful card, as always! Thanks for sharing your time and talents! :o)
hi i am so please you are feeling alot better huni take care of yourself and wow lovely candy thankyou.I must say i just love your card it is so sweet xx
What a beautiful card! Your blog is awesome, I'm signing up to follow you. I'm so sorry to hear about your cancer, my prayers are with you as you fight this. Shari (cricutrookie)
Everything is sweet about your cute creations!! The little flowers and that wonderful punched border!!! LOVING that topper and the great Flower Soft additions.
Beautiful card as always Jacque, I'm glad to hear that you're feeling much much better, my best wishes to you as you continue to recover. Thank you for the chance to win this fabulous giveaway, you're soo generous.
Hugs
Hazel
Hi Jacque, fab card, love the image and color combo. Fab candy too. Hugs,moni
Jacque, what a gorgeous card, I love it! Sorry to hear that your last week has been less than great, but happy that you are feeling better now! I hope you have nothing but smooth sailing from now on! How very generous of you to offer up this candy, thanks for the opportunity!
xxAutumn
Hi Jacque,
I'm happy that you feel better now.
Gorgeous Card. I love the sentiment!
Hugs Sandra
What a beautiful card Jacque,i love your image and the colours.
So gorgeous papers.
Hugs Riet.xx
Oh, I hope you feel better. This card is beatufil I love how you used flower soft.
Every time a beautiful card! You really must enjoy this craft since you put so much effoert in all the things you do!
Charlotta / La Vikinga
Gorgeous card!! Thanks for a chance at the candy. :)
So glad your starting to feel better after your last chemo. I sincerely hope this will be the last of the bad times for you.
Hugs Beccy x
I'm not entering the blog hop but spotted a post from you and had to hop over to see how you are. So glad you are noe feeling better. Fab card too. Hugs Marianne x
Glad you are feeling better.
Gorgeous card!! The teddies are so cute!
Awwww... what a cute card! Love the bears!
Beautiful card as always.
Hugs, Line
What a gorgeous card. I love how you made the bear look all fuzzy :)
Glad to hear you are feeling better after your chemo ordeal. Doesn't stop you making some gorgeous cards though!! Lovely to see you back on your blog too. xx
Jacqui, another excellent creation. I love the way the Flower Soft makes the teddies look even more sweet. Uuuuuuh and that border punch, stunning.
I was wondering why I hadn't seen a new post in days. It's done...., it's over with....yeah glad to see you back
It's wonderful to meet you on your blog--wishing you the best with your health. Thanks for the chance at the give-aways. I'm new to flower soft and didn't know about the toppers.
Lovely bears on your card! I'm glad to hear that your are much much better now, and thanks for your beautiful candy and the opportunity to win it!
What a stunning card, Jacque....soooo sweet! Love those adorable bears and what a phenomenal job coloring those cuties! Such a clever idea, Jacque,covering the bows with crystal effects!
I'm so glad you are feeling better, Sweetie!
What a beautiful card!
I'm sorry to hear that you have been unwell in the last few days - I so hope you are well on the road to recovery - you are such an inspiration!
Love, Andrea xx
Glad you are feeling better! Your card is beautiful.
Jennifer
Hi Jacque~~sad you are feeling blue. Hope each day keeps getting happier and healthier. Your card is just the SWEETEST!!! Thanks for chance at the flower soft sweet stuff!!
Blessings and Hugs
What a surprise it was for me to see that you've used Flower Soft on bears and bows... My narrow minded thinking was stuck on flowers! Oh Jacque, thank you so much for your continual inspiration. I AM a bear lover, so now I want the Toffee and Sand lol! Lovely card!!!
Continuing to pray that you are stronger and stronger both physically and emotionally. You've been through quite a trauma and our bodies usually heal faster than our emotions. May your spirits be lifted and your heart filled with JOY ♥
Love and hugs ~
Lori
Hi Jacque~~me again~~this time I am doing the FS Blog Hop and what an adorable topper and card you had created!! I myself have become a huge fan of FS!!
Thanks dear
Hello Jacque- I just love this card, so darned sweet!
I also love those little boys in that stamp, I need to get some of those.
I am sorry it has been so long for you to recover this time. I hope it gets better for you sweetie!
What an adorable card! I LOVE it! So sorry that your last treatment took so long to work through. But I am so thankful that the treatments are behind you and with the Lord's help I know that you will make it through. I'll continue my prayers and healing thoughts. Big hugs to you!
Beautiful card. I love how you colored the bears. The layout and color combo is great. I love the added bow, flowers and pearls. Thanks for a chance to win some sweet candy. I'm glad to hear that you're feeling better.
Adorable card. Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win.
Very sweet card...I love the soft teddy bears. Thanks for the inspiration
I'm sorry that the Chemo Dragon wasn't quite done with you. But sooo happy to hear that you are feeling much better. Hopefully things will just continue to get better and better! Thanks for another chance at some of your yummy Sweet Stuff. As always I liked your card!
R/
Gorgeous card Jacque! love the sweet image.
x
Such a sweet card, how awesome does the Flower Soft look on those teddies??
I'm constantly in awe of how positive you have been throughout your treatment, and I'm glad to hear you're continuing to feel better. Take care xx
Oh Jacque my girl, I'm SO SOOOO Glad you are starting to feel better. I'm sorry that you've had to go through so much! You're a real trooper for sure!
Your creations are absolutely STUNNING... how you manage it all, is just amazing! I would have probably been down for the count a long time ago! I KNEW you were a fighter! ha ha
Biggest Hugs,
Lynda
Jacque, I am so glad that you have this part behind you. We are all so thrilled that you are so strong, and keep hanging in there. it will soon be better, hopefully!
Meanwhile, your art gets better every week! i do not know how you do it.
Get Well Hugs to you!
Pat Smith
Glad your feeling better Jacque :) That card is just beautiful
hugs Nikki C
I LOVE this card! Beautiful as always! So sorry to hear this chemo was so rough but I'm glad you are feeling better!
Good to know that you are feeling better. Love your cards, just beautiful......
Hang in there :)
Hugs,
Noreen
Beautifly done! The Teddy bears are so cute and the touch of Flower soft make them so special.
Hi Jacque!
Sorry to hear the last chemo session hit you so hard - glad you're feeling perkier now though!
Gorgeous card - I love those bears, and the FlowerSoft just makes them so much cuddlier!!
Esme xx
Hiya hun,Gorgeous card you have inspired many of us with your creations .Today the card is absolutely gorjuss!bit partial to Bears.
Sorry to hear you had a rough week l;ast week but hopefully now up and onward your such an inspiration to all.Wishing you all the luck health and happiness to come your way.
love n (((hugs)))
judex
This is a brilliant card, I love teddy bears and have bought myself a few recently. I love the effect you have achieved with the flower soft, I have bought myself some recently and now I will have to buy the fine jars as well, lol!
Your card is just stunning like always JAcque, I just love it. And thanks again for a great blogcandy, even I´ve never been so lucky to win any LOL, but who knows, maybe some day???
Hope, you´re doing just great now, and is soon all back on top again dear friend?
have a wonderful day.
Biiig hugs Maryann
Wonderful card again... you always have the very best candy
Gorgeous card, flowersoft does bring creations to life, wishing you a lovely and pleasant day, onwards to the hop!
Jacque, YOU blow me away with your strength and courage. I am so happy that your chemo is behind you. You have the thoughts and prayers of so many Jacque. Hang tough.
Another beautiful piece of art by you to beautify the day!
Hugs,
Pam L.
Jacque, I said a prayer for you this morning. Pray all is well. Love the sweet little teddy card. Get some rest.
God bless!
Peggy Allen
I love your card! Sweet teddies! Sorry you had such a bad time and glad to hear that your are better.
Jacque this is sooo sweet, love your die cut, image, colors, and the piercing...Such a beautiful creation
Your card is just adorable! I've never tried Flower Soft, in fact just found out what it is and can't wait to try some out. Their toppers are so gorgeous!
I'm sorry that the chemo is so rough on you and hope you start feeling better soon. We are losing a dear friend to Cancer, so heartbreaking and frustrating that we can't do more for him :-(
Wishing you a wonderful day!
Michelle
Oh, I hope this is my chance to try Flower Soft. I've seen you do some spectacular things with it and would love to get my hands on some.
Hi Jacque,
Hope you're much better now...and that all is over...your card is so sweet...I just love Teddys...thank you for the chance at the candy...hugs...
Denise Trottier
I am so glad it is all behind you now. It is so nice of you to offer blog candy!
What a sweet card, and even sweeter candy! Congrats on finishing your chemo! I'm glad you've got it all behind you and wish you brighter days a head.
I love flower soft and Iam so excited that you are offering a hop to go with it.You are such an inspiration to the paper crafting community.
I am hopping along and love your card. Sorry to hear that you got kicked in the behind but glad to know you are feeling a little better. Best wishes to you. Stacy H-W
www.scrapwithstacy.blogspot.com
I love your cards! Beautiful!
Thanks for the give away!
Janet Ang from NorCal
I'm soooo happy to have you back here Jacque hun xxxxx BIG hugs sent your way. Pray for me, I'll be moving Saturday morning. Huggies xx
Thanks for sharing you beautiful card. I have recently started using Flower Soft and love it!
Another lovely card Jacque. So cute and I love the use of the flower soft.
Hugs
Penni
X
I love what you did with your card - too cute! Isn't FS the best invention? Thanks for sharing and thank you for your generosity in giving us this big opportunity
DianeL
loyaz1@wbhsi.net
Hi Jacque, glad to hear you are feeling a bit better, I love the effect Flower Soft has but have never tried it, your card is lovely and thanks for the chance to win the 'candy'.
Rene from OZ xo
Jacque, dear, I so hope you are on the road to much higher grounds now! thank goodness the chemo is DONE...YAY let's put on our dancing shoes and celebrate!!! :)
Amazing card hun! Absolutely love everything about it...especially all the pink! :)
Big Hugs~ Kim
PS -Thanks for the chance to win some lovely goodies!!!
Another lovely card Jacque. I have some of the original flowersoft, but not tried the ultra fine yet- many thanks for the chance to win some.
Sorry to hear that this week has been a toughie for you, hopefully now it will all be behind you and you can look forward to a chemo-free, brighter future.
Many hugs,
Trish x
Jacque,
So glad you are feeling better (nasty stuff anyway!)
I absolutely adore this card. It is SSSOOO stinking cute!!!
Also, would like to thank you for the chance at the goodies!!
Hope it is all smooth sailing from here on out for you!!
Jacque-
You've done it again!!! Amazing card!!! I really like how the flower soft gives it that extra depth. VERY VERY CUTE!!!
Calyspo
What a pretty Card dear Jacque. I love the colours you put together. Thank you for being so kind to always spoil us with your goodies.
Take care and have a great week-end.
Hugs
Melanie
Fabulous candy thanks for the chance to win all these lovely goodies. , I have added your candy to my sidebar with a link back to you
Great to know you are feeling better now. What a sweet card this is!!!
Hello. I am still new in all this quilling and cardmaking staff. I can only say that the card you've made is just wonderful. Congratulations!
Sounds like you have had a rough time of it, but so glad to hear you are feeling better. The bears card is absolutely adorable. I love the flower soft accents. It's just perfect as always!
Glad you are feeling better. Beautiful card--I like how you outlined the bears.
Glad that you are felling better. Your card is beautiful as usual.
Hi Jacque! So glad to hear you are feeling better! Your cards are stunning and we love visiting your blog.
Thanks for the chance of winning this fab sweet stuff!!!
Love and hugs
Emma and Susan
xxx
Hi Jacque,
what a beautiful work!!
I am very excited!
Here on my blog, I have something for you.
Please take a look.
Love
Paola
Hi Jacque,
beautiful card xxx i just love your work.
have a great weekend.
hugs Sharon
So glad to hear you are doing better. I love your cards, Everyone you post is beautiful and I don't want to miss a one, Thanks for the chance at some great blog candy,
Love your cards Jacque!! And thanks for the chance to win some blog candy!
Thanks for another chance!
Zetti :-)
Your cards are always fabulous! So many added special touches, with the flowers, ribbons, punches, layers, etc etc!
DeniseB
I'm so very glad that was the last of your chemo and that you are doing better. I pray for you that you won't have to go thru it again. As always your cards are amazing and I don't know how you do it. Take care hugs...Mimi
Hi Jacque,
Love love love the card. Sorry you had a tough week. You truely are a massive inspiration in many ways. Thanks for sharing.
Lisa
Beautiful card, Jacque. Hope you are feeling better in the days ahead.
What a sweet card so cute. Thanks for sharing.
~Patricia
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