Monday, February 8, 2010

Keepin' busy on a sad weekend...

Well, I had a bit of bad news hit on Friday.....my grandfather passed away. It was expected, yet unexpected at same time...he was 92, so in that aspect, it was expected right? But I personally just didn't expect to get the phone call....anyways....he has passed and is at peace. Unfortunatly, my family lives in Pittsburgh, and I am down here in Virginia. Mother Nature decided that she was going to make it impossible for me to GET to Pittsburgh this weekend....so...I was unable to go up and be with my mom and grandma. I didn't really know what to do with myself, so..I sat down, had some wine (maybe alot of wine....) and crafted! It was the only thing I could think to do to take my mind off of the situation...it worked for the most part....
So here are a few things I got accomplished this weekend....(challenges each card fulfills is below each card!)


frogmush
Frog Hello Card

1. Friday Sketchers ( i used their sketch, it is fab! be sure to go there and check it out!)
2. Saturday Spotlight: Teeny Tiny Time! my frog is my interpreations, he is a teeny tiny creature!



hiphiphorray

Hip Hip Hooray!

(no challenges for this card, I made it for my sister, she just got a new job and moved to DC! )



hedgie2
Hedgie "i love u" card

1. Digi Kitty! this card is my DT sample for Digi Kitty's BEE GREEN challenge! I used the Heels over Hedgie Stamp set, and used some cardboard from one of the many boxes laying around here in my craft room.........lol! Be sure to check this one out over at Digi Kitty! There is also a freebie stamp for all participants in this challenge....why would u NOT want to play? LOL!
2. Crazy 4 Challenges: Valentines!
3. Creative Card Crew: Valentines!
4. Twilight Tuesday: touchy feely vampire valentines! i added flock to my hedghogs!!

I also made a Layout this weekend, but it is for a future Shoe challenge, so, it will have to wait! Im glad I got all this done this weekend, it really did help me take my mind of of everything....and come tomorrow, I will have a whole new distraction....
thanks for stopping by today! I appreciate everyone who looks at my stuff, even if you don't leave a comment, thanks so much for taking the time to look!
tracey

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10 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2010 at 4:56 PM

    HI Tracey!! I really adore all of your creations hun!! The images are all too cute! ;) I love your small froggie...adorable!! Sorry to hear of your loss. Big hugs. Thanks for playing along with us at Saturday Spotlight this week!

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  2. Tonya KlarFebruary 8, 2010 at 5:02 PM

    I am very sorry about the loss of your grandfather. I am glad he's at peace but sorry for your loss. You did a gorgeous job on all your cards! I love every single one of them! Thank you for playing in the TT challenge!!!

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2010 at 1:16 AM

    This is super super cute Tracey. I'm glad you are doing things to keep your mind busy--you are such a strong and wonderful person. I love the hedgies, and the flock--what a GREAT idea!

    Hugs,
    Kristal of Digi Kitty

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  4. ShelleyFebruary 9, 2010 at 6:19 AM

    Sorry to hear of your sad news. But keeping busy is the best thing. These cards are wonderful. Your colouring is great (even with the wine). hugs Shelley

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  5. Darlene February 9, 2010 at 9:48 AM

    So sorry to hear of your loss! It's difficult to loose the ones we love ... no matter what age!!

    Your creations are adorable ... love the teeny tiny frog ... perfect!! Thanks so much for joining us at Saturday Spotlight! Hope to see you again next week!!

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  6. Dawn B.February 9, 2010 at 2:06 PM

    So sorry to hear about your loss.. I think it is hard no matter what..Your cards are terrific and perfect for Saturday Spotlight..Thanks for joining us..

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2010 at 11:16 AM

    So Sorry T! My Grandpa is 91 so I can understand what you mean about expected yet not. Big HUGS to you and your fam!!! Love the card!

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  8. AudFebruary 11, 2010 at 3:11 AM

    Sorry to hear about your grandfather...

    Your cards are beautiful!♥

    Thanks for joining us at Friday Sketchers this week!

    Hugs,
    Aud

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  9. Boni Boutelle-JonesFebruary 11, 2010 at 11:19 AM

    These are adorable! I am so sorry to hear about your Grandpa. My grandma passed away last summer and she was 98 - you know it's inevitable but that doesn't make it any less sad. I'm just so thankful that my boys got to know their Great Grandma. I'm also in Virginia and ready for the tropics. But have had tons of crafty time!! Take care!!

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  10. Chris Olsen, GlowbugFebruary 11, 2010 at 5:49 PM

    I am so sorry about your grandpa and that you were unable to go spend time with your family at this time of loss. My Grandma passed away at 98 but it still isn't easy. My thoughts are with you.

    Your cards are beautiful!! What a perfect take on the teeny tiny challenge. Thanks for joining us at the Saturday Spotlight this week.

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