It has been a few weeks of ups and downs so unsurprisingly I've not felt like doing anything.
DOWN - The purchase of the house we have been trying to buy since May has fallen through with the buyer (after weeks of messing us about and running up our solicitors bill) deciding he didn't want to sell it after all. I have had some not very nice and very uncharitable thoughts about this person.
UP - The search for another home proved fruitful and we made an offer which was accepted.
DOWN - The lady selling has not yet found somewhere else to live so we are stuck here in the rented house for several more months.
UP - Trying to make the best of things we set to and shifted some of the cardboard boxes and other stuff which were surrounding us in the room where we had temporarily put the work desks and my storage shelves were put back together. OK the other room is like Cardboard Mountain but here in what is now the 'Office' and 'Craftie Space' is tidy and I have rescued some more (not all) of my stash from the packed cases.
I just fiddled about a bit and made this slimline card using pastel coloured DI's, a Flourish stencil and a stamp that was free with a mag eons ago.
The sentiment is from an Altenew set.
So that's the update from here - and I now have a stable internet connection too which means I can have some time visiting you all. Thanks for looking today! x
Sharing over at -
Cardz 4 Galz - Stencils
Mod Squad - Slim Cards
HLS Stencils September - A/Goes
26 comments:
Sorry to hear about your ups and downs trying to sort out your house situation, fingers crossed it will all come good eventually. Good that you've managed to make yourself a crafty space for the time being and look forward to seeing more of your makes. Take care.
Dearest Viv my heart goes out to you. You have been so unlucky x. So glad you can see some 'ups' to your situation x. Stay positive my friend x.
Such a beautiful card Viv with the prettiest of delicate stencilling and a glorious silhouette stamped image x.
It’s a lovely card with great text. Sorry to hear your moving troubles. Hope something works out for you soon xxx
Poor Viv, this sounds like a very trying time my heart goes out to you. I've never understood why the UK is so behind in selling houses and a contract not being legally binding. there needs to be a financial implication like the loss of a deposit as in other countries :(
Your card is so pretty, wonderful stenciling on the background ♥
Hi Viv...so very sorry for you ad I can appreciate how angry, upset and disappointed you must be feeling. Your card though is lovely, pat on the back for creating. That stamp fits so well with the slimline card and the sentiment is truly lovely too. Hugs xx
So sorry to hear that your house has fallen through Viv, I think I would have had uncharitable word as well. You've created a beautiful card with gorgeous colours too.
Sue xx
I'm glad you've had some ups to go with the downs, Viv! And I'm glad you have been able to get to some of your craft stuff and make this gorgeous card! Love that pastel background with this wonderful stamp! The sentiment goes perfectly!
Oh Viv, that is a lot of ups and downs. I hope in the long run you will be very happy in your new home and glad that the original seller pulled out, but what a trauma. Your card is beautiful, I love the soft background colours against the black silhouette xx
Oooh, that sure sounds like a real rollercoaster ride. But once settled in your new home, it will be worth it.
I have this stamp too, used it only once or twice even though I love it, mainly becuase of its size. But it's perfect for a slimline layout! Thanks for the inspiration.
Sorry to hear about the house purchase falling through and hope the new one goes through quickly.Gorgeous card love the delicate stencilling and beautiful image sure I still have that somewhere
Carol x
Damn it!! That is so disappointing Viv. I'm happy that you have found another place, but with it being in the future, you've made the best of the situation with getting the packed things out of sight and your crafting area ready to play. And a beautiful card you made too. Love the soft colours and the beautiful silhouette image. Fabulous sentiment that is just perfect for cheering someone up.
Hope the rest goes smoothly and you will be in your new place soon. Love and hugs, Loll
Viv I really feel for you...I comepltely understand how you feel about this person....I hate moving house its so stressful....I always think that things happen for a purpose so hopefully things will work out for you.
Beautiful card, hopefully making this card gave you some time to relax..
Anne
wonderful card, and congrats on re-claiming your crafty space! Yes, I know you have to wait for the house but at least you have something fun to keep you busy and the happy thoughts of having someplace to go soon!
Oh my goodness, you have certainly been on a roller coaster with the house situation. But the good news is that it will be over eventually and you will be in your new home. I love this image, it's just stunning, as is your stenciled background, well done! Wonderful work here, and great take on the challenge, thanks so much for playing along us with us over at the Mod Squad.
Judy~ MSC DT
Beautiful card, I love the soft background.
Hugs,
Katrina x
Glad you were able to find some crafting time - this is a beautiful card! Thanks for joining us at Happy Little Stampers for the Stencil Challenge!
Oh Viv... I'm so sorry for your "downs"... What a blow. I remember the house thing happening to me once and my solicitor saying at the time that the house was not meant for me. He couldn't have been more right... Here's hoping in time you find the same. With all that you still made a beautiful uplifting card.
I hope you manage to get settled in a new home soon. I'm glad you were able to find enough craft stash to join in with this beautiful card. Thanks for joining us at Cardz4galz. Love Dawn x
Oh bless you Viv! All this must have combined to make a stressful move even more stressful and my heart goes out to you. I'm so glad you've managed to get a craft area up and running as that will I am sure alleviate some of the stress. Sending hugs and best wishes for a speedy move.
And can I just say your card is stunning! I love that beautiful silhouette on the gorgeous pastel background. Vicky x
Love your card! House buying and selling is a total nightmare, I do hope you get sorted soon!
So beautiful..
Thank you for joing us at HLS stencil challenge
DT Swapna
Hi Viv, So sorry to hear of the downs and the disappointments, pleased about the ups. I hope you soon get word and a date when you dcan move into your new house. Sudch a stressful time, but be positive, keep crafting, it keeps you sane and calms the mind. I love your pastel background with the stunning stamp. Thanks for joining us at Cardz 4 Galz. We look forward to you visiting us again. Caz. DT.
That is such a bummer about your house!! Fingers crossed for you that you are able to get into the 2nd one sooner than expected! Your card is gorgeous! Thanks for joining us for the Cardz 4 Galz challenge.
Hi Viv, long time no contact. Still making lovely cards I see, I only make the occasional one now, I have moved onto different art. I hope you are both well and bearing up under the stress of trying to move and COVID. I still have my first ever ACD which was from you.
I'm not sure how I missed this one Viv but better late than never! It's a beautiful card and I love the subtle touch of stencilling in the background x
Awwww Viv! It has been a rollercoaster for you xxx Your card is gorgeous and so pleased that you have a crafty space with some crafty supplies to keep you going xxxx
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