Thinking of You ~ Cupcake's Creations

Thinking of You 31

Mona Pendleton | Saturday, June 18, 2016 @ 5:29 AM | Cuttlebug , PTI , Sizzix , Tim Holtz

Hi! I hope you are having a great Saturday! Today I have a trio of quite similar cards to share featuring pretty flowers from the PTI Vintage Linens stamp set which I bought months ago and never used until today. I was in need of a Thinking of You card for my dear sister who has endured 12 weeks of chemotherapy, a bilateral mastectomy and 2nd stage reconstruction surgery for stage 3 breast cancer. She has opted out of radiation but will continue with 7 months of chemotherapy.

The next two are sympathy cards for Scott's family members who are in my thoughts and prayers. Scott's 53 year young cousin passed away last week.

For sketch inspiration, I joined along with the current Freshly Made Sketches sketch challenge:

and for color inspiration, I joined along with the current Color Throwdown color challenge:

Thanks so much for visiting ~ I hope you have a great weekend!
Be Sweet ;)

31 Sweet Comments So Far:

Cheryl W. said...: I love your cards, Mona. Their simple beauty is perfect for the occasions. Just wish there were happier reasons for making them. I hope your sister continues her healing process and is back to full health when she finishes her chemo.; Reply June 18, 2016 at 7:19 AM
Christine said...: your cards are beautiful, sorry for all the bad news though, life is difficult.; Reply June 18, 2016 at 7:45 AM
Helen Wallace said...: Fresh and clean look, just perfect for the sentiments. Sorry to hear about your Sister and the bereavements.; Reply June 18, 2016 at 7:03 PM
Samra said...: Dear Mona, I think of your sister quite often and try to send happy thoughts where ever she is. I truly hope she will get better soon and get back to enjoying the life with her loved ones in health and happiness.
I am so very sorry about Scott's cousin, my deepest condolences to you and family.
Your cards look so elegant and striking! You are a queen of simple elegance.
Have a great weekend and thank you for continuous inspiration in crafting and life.
Hugs
Samra
Paper Talk with Samra; Reply June 18, 2016 at 7:42 PM
SD pooja said...: Lovely !; Reply June 18, 2016 at 11:51 PM
Marjan said...: Difficult times ... I do hope your sister will recover fully and wish her the strenght needed. Your cards are lovely and elegant.; Reply June 19, 2016 at 1:53 AM
Tracey said...: So sorry to hear you are in need of these cards. Sending strength to your sister. Beautiful cards Mona. The yellow is lovely. xx; Reply June 19, 2016 at 4:43 AM
SewPaperPaint said...: Such a sweet and summery card, Mona!; Reply June 19, 2016 at 5:26 AM
Pam said...: Love these beautiful cards. Sending prayers for your sister.; Reply June 19, 2016 at 7:19 AM
Patty O'Malley said...: Lovely cards, Mona! I hope all will be well for your sister. I am so sorry for your husband's loss of his cousin.; Reply June 19, 2016 at 8:58 AM
MackieMade Paper Creations said...: Such pretty cards! Love that flower!!! Hope your sister is getting stronger and stronger!; Reply June 19, 2016 at 9:51 AM
Stella said...: Such a sad and difificult time for both your families. I hope your siter will recover; it will be a long and difficult battle.... Your cards are lovely!; Reply June 19, 2016 at 11:41 AM
Faye said...: Such pretty cards, Mona. They will certainly be a source of comfort, knowing you are thinking of them enough to send a card so lovingly made.; Reply June 19, 2016 at 1:58 PM
paperkicks said...: Beautiful cards! Love the cut-out backgrounds...lovely!; Reply June 19, 2016 at 4:27 PM
Amy O said...: These are all beautiful cards! I love the way you've added the textured backgrounds. I'm sure these cards will be appreciated and treasured. Thanks for joining us at Freshly Made Sketches this week!; Reply June 19, 2016 at 5:59 PM
Jen Timko said...: What a stunning group. Elegant, subtle and so lovely. Terribly sorry to hear of your family's loss. Thanks for sharing this week at FMS!; Reply June 19, 2016 at 6:20 PM
Lori said...: Lovely and comforting designs. Thanks for joining us for this week's Color Throwdown!; Reply June 19, 2016 at 7:04 PM
Greta said...: These are absolutely stunning, Mona--some of my favorite cards! I know they'll bring comfort to your family.; Reply June 19, 2016 at 8:30 PM
Lisa Elton said...: These are all as pretty as can be Mona! I will say a special prayer for your sister, she's been through a lot. I'm sorry to hear of the loss in Scott's family, prayers for them as well.; Reply June 19, 2016 at 8:46 PM
Linda said...: Beautiful cards!; Reply June 19, 2016 at 9:27 PM
Val-Belle said...: Such elegant cards... love the idea that you can do more than one at a time and change the look with a different background and sentiment. Beautiful colours too <3; Reply June 20, 2016 at 1:38 AM
Mirna said...: So sorry for your losses. I know these beautiful cards will give your loved ones comfort.; Reply June 20, 2016 at 8:27 AM
Jan Evans said...: Lovely cards, Mona! Love the different backgrounds! So sad about your losses! Will keep you and your family in my prayers.; Reply June 20, 2016 at 8:33 AM
Neesie said...: What a worrying time you're having right now. It can't be easy but your cards will bring such wonderful loving thoughts to the recipients. I love the stitching.
I'm sending positive healing thoughts your way for your sister. I know someone who has been through the same thing and she's doing really well now. Take care and be strong.; Reply June 20, 2016 at 9:57 AM
Petra Swart said...: So nice to see some cards from you again, Mona!!! And all of these are so beautiful!!! Love the pretty yellow flowers and how you have combined it with the kraft and white!!! Some very neat sewing!!!!! Wonderfully done!!!
Have a great day!!!; Reply June 20, 2016 at 11:14 AM
Ros Crawford said...: Your card is beautiful ... I am so sorry to hear your news ... 53 is far too young. I do hope your sister recovers well ad my thoughts are with her and you..; Reply June 21, 2016 at 2:33 AM
Mrs.B said...: Gorgeous cards Mona, so sorry to hear your sad news. Best wishes to your sister.
Avril x; Reply June 21, 2016 at 6:14 AM
Julia Aston said...: Love the embossed panels on your beautiful cards!; Reply June 21, 2016 at 8:23 AM
Lisa said...: Oh wow, these are absolutely stunning, Mona!! I love the embossing and the stitching!! They look amazing!! My thoughts and prayers are with your sister as she goes through her treatments, and to Scott's family for the loss of his cousin. Big hugs :)

Lisa
A Mermaid's Crafts; Reply June 21, 2016 at 10:49 AM
Davi said...: All three cards are Beautiful Mona, love that you combined the kraft paper with them! Im Continuing to keep your sis in my prayers. So sorry to hear about Scott's cousin, a very young man! Im sure your sis and the family will all appreciate their cards!; Reply June 27, 2016 at 9:03 PM
Holly AKA KopyKat said...: Oh here are those beautiful cards, wow, love the flowers and the different backgrounds.; Reply July 29, 2016 at 10:43 PM