Saturday 20 December 2008

Sketch Saturday #30


Morning everyone

And a happy Saturday to you all......the last one before Christmas, can you believe it...only 5 more sleeps till the big day!!! Hope Santa brings you everything you wished for (only if you've been good though!!) and that you all have a fabulous time.
For me it's mixed emotions, tomorrow would have been my Dad's 70th birthday and with Christmas around the corner I'm sure there would have been much celebration, so it's a time to look back and remember the times with my Dad.....I still miss him every day.....and then pick myself up and shake myself down and look forward to some magical days with my DH and my gorgeously wonderful kids.

Anyway enough of this chatter, I'm getting all upset just typing a few words so back to the matter in hand. As it is Saturday, it can only mean one thing.....yeah that's right.....another fabulous sketch at Sketch Saturday . Jo has come up with yet another stunna and I had real fun playing with this one.

I couldn't face another Christmas card, so went for something a bit more cheery and full of colour, really need to start making my Christmas cards earlier next year so that a) I have them made it time and b) I'm not so fed up with them........it does kinda take the shine of it a bit!!!

So here are the details of my card
  • Image: Tilda
  • Paper: I'm not sure....I think K&Co
  • Medium: Promarkers
  • Sentiment: Studio g
  • Flowers, brads, ribbon and spacer beads from stash

Thanks to everyone who joined in last week and every other week, we all realise that time is precious to everyone at the moment, so if you do have a few spare moments this week and feel the need to chill, hope you will stop by and join in the fun with us

On behalf of everyone at Sketch Saturday and from all the DT I would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas.

Thanks for stopping by, have a super day

17 comments:

debby4000 said...

Gorgeous card, wonderful Tilda and fab papers.

Mariska said...

Such a gorgeous card Gill. I just love the colour combo you've chosen! I want to wish you a very merry christmas sweetie! It's only normal that you would think of your dad more during this time but when you do... try to think of all the good times you've had together, maybe that would give you a better feeling. Remember, your dad may be gone but he will always be in your heart. Enjoy your family sweetie!!

xxx
Mariska

Diane.W. said...

Gorgeous card Gill.
So nice to see a non-xmas card,lol!!! :o)x

Natalie said...

Gill this is a beautiful card as is the one before. x

Debbie said...

Goreous card Gill, I love the image and the fab papers. Your colouring is beautiful.
I wish you and your family a very Happy Christmas. Debbie x

Sparkle and Flourish said...

I LOVE this card! Love the colours and the fab layout! I want to be able to colour with my promarkers like you!!! Can't wait to start making spring cards!!
Hope you have a great family time tomorrow.

Love and hugs Judy xx

Kit said...

such a gorgeous card love the colours and the shading of Tildas hair.

Heather "Hev" said...

Beautiful card Gill - love the colours and papers.!!

Thinking of you on this tough day!

Please pop by my blog there is an award there for you :)

Merry Christmas :)

Heather :)

cats whiskers said...

Hi Gill another little beauty hun you colouring is fabulus
Best wishes for a fabulous Christmas and even better New Year
Hugs Jacqui x

Faye said...

Gill, your colors are fantastic.

Kim said...

Gill your card is FAB! I love it! I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad...that is never an easy anniversary to get through any year! Sending you LOTS of hugs!!! Enjoy your holiday with your family!
Hugs~ Kim

Jo said...

A very cheery card, such beautiful colours.
(((((hugs))))) Christmas is always a time when we remember loved ones who have passed away, even more so when their birthdays are so close too. Your Dad will always be with you.
Take care hunni.
Merry Christmas to you all xx

Anonymous said...

I love this card Gill and of course, I adore Tilda in her cherry dress. Gorgeous papers...so pretty.
Wishing you a fabulous Christmas and a very happy 2009. ENJOY!
Hugs
Carole x

Linanna DESIGNS said...

Hi Gill, this is such a gorgeous card hun. Lovely image and beautiful papers to compliment it. i am sorry its a sad time for you just now remembering your dad. At least you have good memories hun, and you will always remember him with love, thats great. I hope you will get to enjoy your christmas despite this. Thank you for entering my blog candy, and good luck. Hugs for now Linda x

Jeanette said...

Gorgeous card Gill! I find there are times when I get a little emotional about not having my Mum and Dad around anymore but wonderful memories mean that we were fortunate enough to have wonderful parents! It is normal to shed a few tears! Have a Merry Christmas and all the best to you my friend in the coming year! Hugs Jeanette

jay670120 said...

lovely cards on your blog xx
Have you ever thought of entering fiskarettes craft competition , theres chances of winning prizes worth £250 in total this month!!! over at www.fiskarettes.co.uk
x jayne x

Sandra said...

Great retro colours on this card. Love your colouring too.
Have a fabolous Christmas and New Year.
Hugs
Sandra xx