Well, it’s been a long road to get to where I am now, not there yet but a least there is light at the end of the tunnel! I am still suffering from those dreadful migraines but after intensive treatment the trigger seems to have been “switched off” so where I was getting 3-4 migraines a day I am now getting 5-6 migraines a week – a huge improvement.
Before I go any further I just want to give a huge big shouting thank you to the super patient people at Wild Orchid Crafts, Whimsy Stamps, Saturated Canary and Nitwit Collections for bearing with me whilst I get my act together. You are awesome, and thank you from the bottom of my heart for your patience.
So on to my card – the first one in months and months! It’s for the Wild Orchid Challenge which is “Lovely Lavender”. We have a colour chart to work from (compliments of Pinterest) so a nice easy one for me to ease in to.
I have used one of the adorable Whimsy Stamps (Sylvia Zet) stamps – Wyanet. And I have used one of there fab sentiments from the Simple Sayings Notables set.
When I started colouring I was really nervous, I have not touched a marker since July so wasn’t sure I was going to be able to do it but, like riding a bike you don’t really forget do you?
Colours used:
Hair: E74, 71, 70, Walnut pencil
Clothes/Feathers/Boots: V28, 25, 22, 20 Imperial Violet pencil; E43, 42, 41, 40, French Grey 50% pencil
Rock: C3, 1, 0, 00, Warm Grey 70%
And of course the delish Wild Orchid Crafts products:
35mm Trellis Rose, small orchids, 15mm roses, cottage rose and fabric daisies. I have also used pearl and berry spray, gold spiral stamens, pearls and lace.
Hugs
Happy to hear you're feeling better. Love your card, it's so sweet and pretty.
ReplyDeleteOh, Sweetie, it is so wonderful hearing that you are improving and seeing one of your lovely cards again is marvelous!!!! Gosh, I have missed you so darn much!!!! Just take it easy, dear...and only do what you can!!!! Great big hugs to such a dear sweet friend!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely card, I'm happy you're feeling better
ReplyDeletehugs Linda
Well Bev, all your trials and tribulations have not caused you to lose your magic touch. This creation is as gorgeous as all your previous ones. So glad to hear that your health is improving, although 5-6 migraines per week still sound awful.
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Jennifer. x
So glad you are back Bev. And hope you are feeling much better. Its going to be slow but take the time you need it.
ReplyDeleteYour card is wonderful, and the colouring is very very great.
Hugs Astrid
Lovely to see your beautiful cards again. Missed you loads, but your health is your priority.
ReplyDeleteTake care😄
Christine x
I am thrilled to see your card pop up in my dashboard this morning Bev...welcome back, you have been so missed. Your colouring is just as amazing and your card is delightful. Take it easy...looking forward to seeing more of your wonderful work soon. Huge hugs x
ReplyDeleteYaaay, Bev's back ...and in style! Very good to be able to visit you on my blog round again. Here's hoping that those migraines will keep coming down in number. x
ReplyDeleteIt's good to see you back Bev. Your card is stunning. I love the sweet image, beautiful colouring and gorgeous detailing too.
ReplyDeleteTake care
Sue xx
Welcome back Bev and what a great card for your return, I'm so glad you're on the mend, love Carolyn x
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you are back and good to hear that things are slowly getting better. Although I have missed your posts - I would much rather you get better so don't push yourslef too much. Stunning card as per usual.
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Elaine
Glad to hear you are on the mend. Beautiful card and fab colours. A big welcome back.
ReplyDeleteHugs Ann
That's fabulous news Bev, a huge improvement and hope you are feeling much better too. It's lovely to see you back with a gorgeous creation, love the image, fab layout and detailing. Take care, Claire x
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear your starting to get better hun :) xxx
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear you are feeling better Bev and it's great to have you back with your gorgeous card!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Hazel xx
Hi Bev
ReplyDeleteLovely to see you back and that you are feeling a little better your card is stunning and gorgeous as always
Hugs Dianne xx :)
Welcome back Bev. It is lovely to hear that you seem to have turned the corner on those dreadful migraines and are on the road to recovery.
ReplyDeleteLove your card - the colours are beautiful.
Toni xx
Awwww Bev, what a wonderful treat to see a card from you this morning - sincerely hope you are back to full strength soon, you've been missed soooo much. As always a truly stunning creation - you never fail to amaze with you crafting ability - hope you keep getting better and better each day, big hugs, Jo xxx
ReplyDeleteIt's such a beautiful card, Bev, I'm so happy to see you back to your creating best and sounds like you're on the road to recovery which is even better news. XOX Lucy
ReplyDeleteSo pretty, glad you are on the mend, it has been horrendous for you. xxxx
ReplyDeleteThis is fabulous love the design and image Ginny x
ReplyDeleteOh Bev, your card looks amazing!! So happy to see you back.
ReplyDeleteI also have bad migraines, I am so sorry that yours is so heavy, but glad that it is getting better.
Hugs, Sonja.
Welcome back!!!! This is a wonderful come-back card: love the image of course, love the papers, love that frantaged butterfly, love the flower treatment... Well done!
ReplyDeleteSo, so pleased to see you back Bev and to hear that things are improving for you. Fabulous card and your colouring is as perfect as ever - just don't overdo it and slow your recovery down. Hugs, Pat x
ReplyDeleteNice to hear, that you feel better - I missed your lovely work. Wish you, that everything will get even better! Your card is really wonderful!
ReplyDeletewonderful to see a crafty post from you Bev, and even better to hear that you feel you have turned a corner healthwise. A gorgeous card and proof (if any was needed!) that your colouring skills are just as fabulous as ever!
ReplyDeleteKim x
Gorgeous card Bev & i'm really pleased that you are begining to feel better xx
ReplyDeleteGood to see you have not lost your touch - this is beautiful! Bev, are you sure they are migraines and not cluster headaches? If your doc hasn't mentioned it, it might be worth asking. Glad you are improving. Hugs Sxx
ReplyDeleteSadly they are migraines Squirrel, complete with the aura, vomiting and nausea, intolerance to light and sound. Been getting them for years but never the intensity I had this past few months.
ReplyDeleteSo wonderful to see you back Bev, I've missed seeing all your beautiful creations but you're back with a bang sweetie as this is just gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI'm so pleased to hear that you're headaches are becoming less frequent and I hope that you continue to go from strength to strength in the future.
Chrissie xx
Love to hear that you feeling better.
ReplyDeleteYour card is beautiful.
Blessed day,Elly
Take it easy Bev, delighted to hear from you, gorgeous card! Ruby x
ReplyDeleteWonderful to have you back Bev and pleased to hear that you are feeling better, migraines are just so debilitating, awful things, onwards and upwards.
ReplyDeleteLove your card, sweet image coloured beautifully, you've not lost your touch, hugs Kate X
So good to see you back Bev, and you certainly haven't lost your touch. Your card is gorgeous, an adorable image and so beautifully coloured.
ReplyDeleteLorraine x
Glad to see you back! Yours was the first blog I'd always looked at but didn't have a blog myself then to tell you how much I loved your cards. I hope they can find something soon to get rid of your migraines completely.
ReplyDeleteYour card is beautiful and your colouring is something I aspire to. Well worth the wait! Take care. Debra x
So Glad you are back. I sincerely hope that the migraines get less and less and finally disappear. Your card is absolutely beautiful, the colours you have used are so pretty.
ReplyDeleteTake care, and keep on with the recovery
Sue x
Stunning card Bev, fab colouring and great details. I am glad you are back! Hugs, Moni
ReplyDeleteYou are back you have made my day!!! This card is fantastic you are still the best. I hope that your health keeps improving every day. Love and Happy Crafting Love Carole x
ReplyDeleteWelcome back Bev!!!! I'm happy to hear you're feeling a bit better. Your card is FANTASTIC!!!! Your colouring is as awesome as usual! Love everything, the flowers, colours, layout, papers! Hugs, Brigitte
ReplyDeletelovely to see you back, so pleased you are feeling better and you have not lost your touch lol
ReplyDeleteTilly
lovely to see you back.Checked most days to.
ReplyDeleteMollie
So cute card byby tanja
ReplyDeleteWelcome back Bev. So glad to read that things are starting to improve for you. I have really missed your beautiful cards.
ReplyDeleteEileen x
Well Bev - you certainly have not lost your touch! This card is beautiful, love the lavender and pink. Colouring is awesome as ever - so missed your cards and colour guide. Hope things continue to improve for you - it sure is about time.xx
ReplyDeleteWelcome back, Bev! I hope you get fully recovered soon. :)
ReplyDeleteThe card is beautiuful, so is your colouring.
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Vanja
Yipppeeee your back it was Lovely to see you Blog sitting at the top of my Blog today. You certainely haven't lost your touch your card is jam packed with Gorgeousness!
ReplyDeleteGood to see you back bev.. Glad things are slowly improving for you.
ReplyDeleteYou card is as beautiful as always
Hugs Kelly
So glad you're feeling so much better now!!
ReplyDeleteAnd you've still got what it takes to make gorgeous cards!!!
Your colouring is FAB as always!!
Bye and take care!!
Marjolein
such a stunning card bev and its wonderful to see you back xx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card and I hope they find something to give you some relief!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful crad, such pretty colors and details. So happy to have you back :)
ReplyDeleteHugs Louise
So glad to hear you are feeling better, and glad to see you creating. I hope you feel better each day!
ReplyDeleteWow! Just found your Blog and what fabulous cards you make!! :)
ReplyDeleteMichelle x
Glad to see you back, Bev, hope your health continues to improve rapidly :-) Love your card, such a sweet image and beautifully embellished as always. Donna xx
ReplyDeleteOh I really missed your cards and I am so glad that you are doing better. The card is so amazing!!! hugs! MOjca
ReplyDeletewohoooooooooo!!! Bev on my dashboard!! and this is a totally gorgeous card too hunny, I love it.
ReplyDeleteOh I am so pleased to see you having a good old make again!
huge hugs Lou xxx
So happy to see you back, Bev! Have missed your stunning creations! Hope you keep feeling better and better every day. This is gorgeous! I love the colors and sweet image! Wonderful coloring!
ReplyDeleteso glad to have you back :)
ReplyDeleteGlad your back and feeling better missed your gorgeous cards see you haven't forgotten to colour she is gorgeous xxxxx
ReplyDeleteSooooo good to see you back here again Bev, and I´m soo glad to hear, you´re feeling better, but please be carefull now and don´t overdo anything okay? We don´t want anything to go backwards again because you´re too soon right.
ReplyDeleteWhen all that is said, then I totally love your card here and you did an amazing job here, I can see, you haven´t forgot to color a good image thanks god. It´s gorgeous work as always hun.
So good to see you back, hope things keep improving.
ReplyDeleteLove the card, gorgeous image and layout.
Hugs
Caz x
I'm glad you're better. Welcome back, love to see your beautiful creation. Love this image and awesome design.
ReplyDeleteJasmina
It's great to see you back Bev.I hope you continue to get better.
ReplyDeleteI just love you card and those colours are my fav.
Hugs x
Yay!! So happy to see you back and doing a bit better!!! You certainly didn't lose any of your creative abilities while you were gone!!! This card is fabulous!!!! Love that little image,too!!! Hope you can continue to feel better, migrains are horrendous, I don't know how you did it with them every day!! Even 5-6 a week makes me feel ill for you!!! Take care!!!
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Teri
Beautiful, simply beautiful! Love all those WOC flowers. Glad you're a bit better and I hope you continue to improve each day.
ReplyDeleteTake care.
Kitty
A big welcome back Bev, you amd your wonderful talent have been sorely missed.
ReplyDeleteGlad to confirm that you haven't lost your magic, this is such a wonderful card.
Take it easy now, pace yourself, I need the fix of visiting your blog, lol
Warmest hugs and wishes
Julie Ann x
Happy to see you Bev !
ReplyDeleteYour card is wonderful, a little beauty !
Take care !
xxx
Hi Bev and welcome back, you have been a miss. Card stunning as ever. Take care Annx
ReplyDeleteIt's such a beautiful card, Bev!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy to see you back to your creating best and sounds like you're on the road to recovery which is even better news!!
XXX Heidy
so good to see you back and feeling better and you certainly haven't lost your touch, this is stunning!
ReplyDeleteDebxx
What a gorgeous card. I love the beautiful image.
ReplyDeleteSo good to see you back Bev and with a stunning card.Gorgeous image and colouring and those papers are beautiful..
ReplyDeleteLuv CHRISSYxx
The work is sensational
ReplyDeleteamazingly the present
and is wonderfully done.
I am charmed by her
glad things are improving. Gorgeous card, colouring superb as usual and I love those papers x
ReplyDeleteSo happy to see you back paper crafting again. You have sure NOT lost your touch. Your creations are beautiful. Love the colors and the cute little image.
ReplyDeleteEeeek! Sooo pleased to hear you're health has improved :) And talk about coming back with a bang! Wow gorgeous card Bev xxx
ReplyDeleteFab to see you & your wonderful creations back Bev! So glad you're on the mend :o)
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Tracey
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Wonderful to see you back Bev and I am so happy that you are getting to grips with the migraines. Beautiful card as ever and I'm looking forward to seeing lots more!
ReplyDeleteHugz
Laurian
So glad to see you crafting again Bev. Love this card. x
ReplyDeleteWelcome back
ReplyDeleteand what come back
gorgeous card
all good
hugs Tamara
So good to see you back Bev, I've missed your stunning cards. Today's card is gorgeous, love the colours. Hope your health continues to go in the right direction. Take care.
ReplyDeleteDeborah
Welcome back Bev, glad your feeling a little better,
ReplyDeleteCard a masterpiece as always. Hugs. xxxxxx
Hi Bev,
ReplyDeleteGlad to have you back, hope your full recovery will be very soon, the old saying rings true 'you can't keep a good gal down' Love your card
Rene from OZ xo
Bev, it's so great to see you back!! You've been missed, sweetie. What a blessing to hear that things are getting better. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Gorgeous card....as always! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Bev, nice to hear that you are feeling better. You certainly haven't lost your touch as this is a gorgeous card.
ReplyDeleteMags
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Great to hear that u r doing better, awesome card
ReplyDeleteIt's good to see you back Bev and to hear you are feeling better than you were.
ReplyDeleteYour card is stunning, so gorgeous as always.
Hugs
Wendy xx
So glad to hear things are getting a little better, Bev! Hopefully, it will all be back to normal soon. Beautiful card as always! It's great to see your beautiful cards again.
ReplyDeleteHow lovely to see you back an with a stunner too, fabulous. Hope you get much better soon xx
ReplyDeleteSo good to see you back, hopefully you will continue to improve. You certainly haven't lost your touch, a beautiful card as always x
ReplyDeleteA big warm welcome back hunnie!! Your card is as beautiful as ever.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Monny x
Yay! You are back! I say it is a fantastic creation- the coloring is of course top notch! You haven't lost your crafting mojo at all!
ReplyDeleteNo one is happier than I to see you back. I have been so worried about you & was just tickled pink to see a post & know that you are getting better every day. You sure didn't lose your ability to make gorgeous cards. Bless you on your road back to a healthy life. You were missed my friend. And your card is not only gorgeous it's perfection...
ReplyDeleteHugs, Janie
Welcome back Bev! I´m glad your feeling better, hope all those migraines will be history soon. The card is stunning!
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear things are improving for you, hope you will be 100% pain free in the near future. Thinking of you, and very glad to see your crafty creations again,
ReplyDelete{Hugs} Barb
Glad that things are getting better for you Bev and hopefully you can get ride of those migraines for good! Your card is stunning! Super glad to see that you are able to craft again and share your gorgeous work :) Hugs! Laura
ReplyDeleteSo HAPPY to hear that things are improving for you Bev! Hope they continue to get better. LOVE your card - just so beautiful.
ReplyDelete♥ Jocelyn x
So HAPPY to hear that things are improving for you Bev! Hope they continue to get better. LOVE your card - just so beautiful.
ReplyDelete♥ Jocelyn x
A stunning card Bev so glad to hear youre feeling better.
ReplyDeleteBIG hugs and glad to hear you are making progress. Fab-u-lous card, you've still got it girl. XX
ReplyDeleteGood to see you back Bev, and with such a beautiful card too. You certainly havenot lost your touch! I have been thinking of you. Judy x
ReplyDeleteGood to see you back hun. Certainly haven't lost your touch. It's as if you have never been away :-) x
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are back, hope your health continues improving, your cards are always lovely to look at.
ReplyDeleteWOW!!! Fantastic to hear that you are getting better.. But Whaaat .. 6 migranes a week.. And several at the same day.. That sounds horrific.!! I sincerely hope that you will get even better very Soon.. I wish you all the best! :o) Your card is Beautiful! gorgeous Colors and cute cute image!! Lovely Coloring and colors and Flowers match Perfect!!! Great Card! :o) And Good to have you back! :o) Hugs from Norway! :o)
ReplyDeleteGood to see you back hope you continue to improve
ReplyDeleteHi Bev,
ReplyDeleteSo glad to see you back where you belong. We have missed you lots and pray you feel much better every day. Your card is uber cute. TFS
Hugs,
Trish x
Glad to see yoou back, you're card is gorgeous hope to see lots and lots of cards of you again
ReplyDeletehugs Annemarie
Great is see that you are back, fab card
ReplyDeleteYaaayyyyy! Bev's back! :D So nice to see you again hun! So sorry you've been so poorly, glad you're on the mend, fingers crossed. And a beautiful card too, you haven't lost your magical touch :)
ReplyDeleteKelly.x
With so many comments I'm sure you won't see mine but it's wonderful to see you back posting and hearing that things are improving, hope they continure so your headaches will leave completely. Now on to this beautiful card, I love this adorable image and you've colored her to perfection. Your embellisments are awesome great to have you back! hugs, Ruth Ann
ReplyDeleteGreat to have you back Bev and a fabulous card as ever. Take care love Jane now a member of the Nitwits team! x
ReplyDeleteYES!! I am sooooo very happy to see you my friend. Looking forward to your complete recovery and more art from you.
ReplyDeletesharyn
You haven't lost your touch one bit, Bev! I have been thinking about you a lot, and am glad to hear some good news. I can't imagine what you've been going through--must have been very exhausting and depressing. I am so happy that you see the light ahead of you--and excited to see you back in the card-making saddle!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear you're getting some ease at least hon - nice to have you back in the land of crafting too!! Onwards & upwards! xx
ReplyDeleteI agree with DebraK that you certainly have not lost your touch one bit. I hope your progress continues and you get to zero headaches. God bless you.
ReplyDeleteWhoo Hoo, I'm so glad you're back and more importantly, that your migraines are getting fewer.
ReplyDeleteStunning card, just wish I could "forget how to colour" like you :)
Welcome back!!
So good to read that you're feeling much better now. I just hope that from now on you feel better every day.
ReplyDeleteYour card is gorgeous and the coloring is just beautiful.
Hugs, Yvon
Gorgeous card Bev! I am so glad you are back, feeling a little bit better. Hugs, Ivonne
ReplyDeleteHappy to see you back in the saddle again!! I hope the improvements will continue and it's good to see this lovely card you've made.
ReplyDeleteHugs Yolanda
OMG....your card is beautiful as you have always made them!! So glad you have seen some relief!!
ReplyDeletebeautiful card and coloring-welcome back glad to hear that your health issues are on the upside
ReplyDeleteYes!!! I am so glad you getting some relief :) My prayers are being continued for all. Your card is Fabulous!!
ReplyDeleteBigg Hugz
So pleased to see you back, well done with the card & please don't overdo things
ReplyDeleteAnn x
Welcome back Bev you certainly haven't lost your touch just gorgeous
ReplyDeleteBettyxxx
You most certainly didn't forget how to colour, Bev!!! Lovely to see your gorgeous card hin and to hear of the improvement in your health, hope it just get's better and better for you. Big Hugs Marjorie x x x
ReplyDeleteLovely to see your gorgeous card Bev and to hear you have an improvement healthwise, hope it just keeps getting better and better hinny. You most certainly didn't forget how to colour!!!!, just as fabulous as ever
ReplyDelete.Big Hugs, Marjorie.x x x.
Bev, I'm so happy to see this post today! I can't tell you how worried I've been for you as many other crafters have been too! You've certainly not lost your mojo even if it has been a while since you've coloured and crafted. This card is utterly stunning, right down to the embellished inside! Really beautiful Bev. I'm so happy you are able to pick up your pens again and enjoy some crafting time. I'm sure you missed it, but not perhaps quite as much as we missed you! Big happy hugs, Wends xxxx
ReplyDeleteIt is lovely to see that you are able to make cards once again. Hopefully you will continue to improve with your health.
ReplyDeleteYour card was worth waiting for, absolutely gorgeous.
hugs
sharon:)
Beautiful card Bev, so glad to hear that you are starting on the road to recovery hopefully you have turned a corner and you continue to improve. You certainly have not lost any of your talent.
ReplyDeleteHi Bev its lovely to see you blogging again, a stunning card. hugs Shirleyxxx
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're back and feeling better! And your card is as beautiful as ever!!! You surely haven't forgotten how to color beautifully and add just the right embellishments!
ReplyDeletereally nice to see you back angxx
ReplyDeleteLovely card Bev. Welcome back! Good to see you posting again. Hope the migraines eventually go away altogether. Hugs, Kelly xxx
ReplyDeleteOh wow!! So stunning!! Your colouring is beautiful and I love all of your gorgeous flowers and lace :)
ReplyDeleteFiona L x
Hello Bev - so glad to hear you're feeling better and it's so nice to see you crafting again! welcome back to the land of blog! hugs Mary x
ReplyDeleteSo lovely to see you back and glad to hear you are finally beginning to feel a little better, too...such a fabulous card, so glad you can begin to enjoy your crafting again and we can share in it, too - we've missed you loads! Hugs,
ReplyDeleteJanet xxx
Hi, Bev!
ReplyDeleteSo happy to see you back and with this beautiful card! It´s really a joy to know you are doing better, hope to hear you are doing good soon!!!
Hugs,
Ardilla :)
So glad to see that you are feeling better and on the mend. Your talent is as always fabulous and your card beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful come-back card! I wish my cards were 1/10th as good as yours! It is a really good feeling to start seeing some light again after such a difficult time, may it continue for you xxx
ReplyDeleteSo pleased to have you back, Bev. What a terrible time you seem to have had and soooo glad that you have some relief and hope you just get better and better! xx
ReplyDeleteThe card is beautiful, colours gorgeous and your colouring, as always, perfect.
Hugs Annie
So so glad to hear you are now on the mend Bev and what a come back card, truly gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteOh Bev, I am so, so happy to see you back again, my friend. I really do hope and pray that you are now on the road to recovery; and such a pretty card you've made - you certainly haven't lost your touch!
ReplyDeleteAliceH
Fabulous card and i am so happy to hear you are on the mend. Big hugs Di xx
ReplyDeleteLovely to see you back Bev, hope you continue to improve and it's great to see you haven't lost any of your wonderful talent, great card xx
ReplyDeleteSo wonderful to see you back Bev...I have been missing my "Bev Fix"...and with a stunning card....gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteluv CHRISSYxx
This is so pretty, glad to hear things are improving little by little, Hang in here sweetie, nice to have you back
ReplyDeleteHugs Julie P
So very glad that you are back and recovering! Step by step and one day at a time! Gorgeous creation!!
ReplyDeleteLovely to see you back with us again Bev. xxx and so pleased to hear you are on the mend, albeit slowly... xxx hugs
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