CRS Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 The only bling and glitter my cards have are done digitally this time. Mine are pretty simple this month. I can't wait to see all the cards! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnBK Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 Mine are very simple, too, just as they usually are. They'll be done today and I'll spend the rest of the week picking glue off my fingers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molczan Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 Well, I must say that I LOVE bling, so it will be fun to see how everyone uses it on their cards. Pretty, pretty! Although my hubby doesn't much like it when I get glitter on him...but I think it makes him look better! LOL! Sara, I hope you are feeling better soon! It's great to lay on the couch when you don't "have to", but it gets old quickly when you're stuck there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara Arell Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 Mine are very simple, too, just as they usually are. They'll be done today and I'll spend the rest of the week picking glue off my fingers! You mean there are two of us called "Sticky Fingers"? LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnBK Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 At least two! I have such tiny little pieces on this card it's impossible not to get glue on my fingers. And I may be cross eyed when I get done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnBK Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 I am busily watching the glitter dry and printing labels for mailing...they are all done, complete, finished! On their way tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bride Posted January 20, 2012 Author Share Posted January 20, 2012 Received two beauties in the mail today .... Carla's and Karen's. Great job ladies!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in N.Z Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Mine wentin the post on monday Lei so you should get them next week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara Arell Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Mine are still in my computer. Groan. Still can't sit in a chair at the table yet but I'm working on it. I have them all ready in the computer - getting very nervous and antsy though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRS Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Glad they arrived safely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butterflykisses Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 So glad they arrived safely. Mine are relatively simple although I bet I spent 3 hours on the digital part ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butterflykisses Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Meant to add I don't remember who suggested laying out the front & back together, printing & folding in half rather than 2 separate pieces but it worked like a charm. Much easier than trying to match up 2 separate pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molczan Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Mine wentin the post on monday Lei so you should get them next week Jane, I'm so excited that you are part of the swap! We'll be getting a card all the way from New Zealand...how cool is that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnBK Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Meant to add I don't remember who suggested laying out the front & back together, printing & folding in half rather than 2 separate pieces but it worked like a charm. Much easier than trying to match up 2 separate pieces. That's the way I've always done mine...SOOO much easier. And speaking of mine, they are now in the hands of the trusty USPS....holding breath until I hear they have arrived at their destination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florida granny Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hi everyone, I haven't been in the forum for a week or so because some of you had me panicked that my cards were overdue! I had to re-read Bride's email to be sure I wasn't late getting mine together. Nice to hear that some people are finished, some are in the middle, and some haven't even started theirs yet! I love Valentines and am looking forward to seeing what everyone has come up with this time. The Christmas ones blew me away -- you gals are SO talented. All those sticky fingers and glitter-sprinkled homes and husbands are worth it! Mine are almost finished and should be in the mail early next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara Arell Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 I feel terrible. I haven't even printed my cards out yet. I can sit long enough to print them but can't sit in the straight up chair long enough to do the gluing and glamming. I'm so afraid I'm not going to be able to get my cards done on time. Doc says two more weeks before the swelling goes down enough for me to sit normally and it's making me feel really awful - I still have alot of pain and when I do try and sit to print (and gosh knows, I've tried several times) the swelling just gets in the way - the incision is in a terrible place to keep me in a reclining position to stay comfortable. Not going to say I'm out just yet cause I'm hoping that I can get them done. I just don't want anyone mad at me if I do have to drop out. I had no idea about this surgery when I signed up for this. I'm trying.........and that's where I am now. I can print my cards out and mail them to anyone who wants to glue, glitz and glaam them for me! Any takers? :going-crazy: :going-crazy: :giggle_bear: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teecee Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Hope to be able to get mine mailed Tuesday. Not a lot of glitz, glam, bling or doo dadding this time around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariJ Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I feel terrible. I haven't even printed my cards out yet. I can sit long enough to print them but can't sit in the straight up chair long enough to do the gluing and glamming. I'm so afraid I'm not going to be able to get my cards done on time. Doc says two more weeks before the swelling goes down enough for me to sit normally and it's making me feel really awful - I still have alot of pain and when I do try and sit to print (and gosh knows, I've tried several times) the swelling just gets in the way - the incision is in a terrible place to keep me in a reclining position to stay comfortable. Not going to say I'm out just yet cause I'm hoping that I can get them done. I just don't want anyone mad at me if I do have to drop out. I had no idea about this surgery when I signed up for this. I'm trying.........and that's where I am now. I can print my cards out and mail them to anyone who wants to glue, glitz and glaam them for me! Any takers? :going-crazy: :going-crazy: :giggle_bear: Sara, take care of yourself foremost. But, truly - the cards are not due at Lei's until January 9th so there is still time - almost 3 weeks! A lot of people were really quick finishing, but as Diane said - the group is in different stages of "finish".... Or, not.... I am just starting to design my digital part right now. Relax, get well and do what you can... Or not! Most important to take care of you. And, feel better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiles Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 well, mine were in a "really safe place" for a few days. But they turned up today, and I dug out some color coordinating glitz and glam. Maybe tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara Arell Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I feel terrible. I haven't even printed my cards out yet. I can sit long enough to print them but can't sit in the straight up chair long enough to do the gluing and glamming. I'm so afraid I'm not going to be able to get my cards done on time. Doc says two more weeks before the swelling goes down enough for me to sit normally and it's making me feel really awful - I still have alot of pain and when I do try and sit to print (and gosh knows, I've tried several times) the swelling just gets in the way - the incision is in a terrible place to keep me in a reclining position to stay comfortable. Not going to say I'm out just yet cause I'm hoping that I can get them done. I just don't want anyone mad at me if I do have to drop out. I had no idea about this surgery when I signed up for this. I'm trying.........and that's where I am now. I can print my cards out and mail them to anyone who wants to glue, glitz and glaam them for me! Any takers? :going-crazy: :going-crazy: :giggle_bear: Sara, take care of yourself foremost. But, truly - the cards are not due at Lei's until January 9th so there is still time - almost 3 weeks! A lot of people were really quick finishing, but as Diane said - the group is in different stages of "finish".... Or, not.... I am just starting to design my digital part right now. Relax, get well and do what you can... Or not! Most important to take care of you. And, feel better! :) You're so sweet, Marilyn! I'm just not used to being down and it's getting to me. I think I thought this was going to be no harder than a root canal! I'd take 10 root canals over this! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florida granny Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I feel terrible. I haven't even printed my cards out yet. I can sit long enough to print them but can't sit in the straight up chair long enough to do the gluing and glamming. I'm so afraid I'm not going to be able to get my cards done on time. Doc says two more weeks before the swelling goes down enough for me to sit normally and it's making me feel really awful - I still have alot of pain and when I do try and sit to print (and gosh knows, I've tried several times) the swelling just gets in the way - the incision is in a terrible place to keep me in a reclining position to stay comfortable. Not going to say I'm out just yet cause I'm hoping that I can get them done. I just don't want anyone mad at me if I do have to drop out. I had no idea about this surgery when I signed up for this. I'm trying.........and that's where I am now. I can print my cards out and mail them to anyone who wants to glue, glitz and glaam them for me! Any takers? :going-crazy: :going-crazy: :giggle_bear: Sara, Please take care of yourself and give yourself permission to be kind to your body. It knows how to heal so give it the time it needs to do it. Nature works at her own pace. You give so much love everyday in the forum that we can close our eyes and just picture a virtual Valentine from you. If a real one comes in the mail later, that will be icing on the cake, so to speak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara Arell Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I feel terrible. I haven't even printed my cards out yet. I can sit long enough to print them but can't sit in the straight up chair long enough to do the gluing and glamming. I'm so afraid I'm not going to be able to get my cards done on time. Doc says two more weeks before the swelling goes down enough for me to sit normally and it's making me feel really awful - I still have alot of pain and when I do try and sit to print (and gosh knows, I've tried several times) the swelling just gets in the way - the incision is in a terrible place to keep me in a reclining position to stay comfortable. Not going to say I'm out just yet cause I'm hoping that I can get them done. I just don't want anyone mad at me if I do have to drop out. I had no idea about this surgery when I signed up for this. I'm trying.........and that's where I am now. I can print my cards out and mail them to anyone who wants to glue, glitz and glaam them for me! Any takers? :going-crazy: :going-crazy: :giggle_bear: Sara, Please take care of yourself and give yourself permission to be kind to your body. It knows how to heal so give it the time it needs to do it. Nature works at her own pace. You give so much love everyday in the forum that we can close our eyes and just picture a virtual Valentine from you. If a real one comes in the mail later, that will be icing on the cake, so to speak. OK - now you've made me smile and cry at the same time! What a very sweet thing to say. MUAH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florida granny Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I spent a fun weekend glitzing up my Valentines and they are now packed up and mailed! I added a little more bling this time around (my Christmas ATCs were mostly digital) -- just because I like to do that to Valentines. It will be fun to see everyone else's, sparkly or not. Like Angela, I'm excited about getting cards from around the country and globe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bride Posted January 24, 2012 Author Share Posted January 24, 2012 Jane's and Shannon's arrived today ... gee it's like Christmas at my house with envelopes arriving with such treasures ... You ladies are going to be so blessed!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinkerbell11 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Oh so glad they made it to you Lei! Can't wait to see all of them together!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teecee Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I mailed mine this morning. You should have them in a few days Lei. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnBK Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Oh, I was so hoping for notice that Lei had received mine....Please, Mr. Postman...deliver de letter, de sooner de better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariJ Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Well, my ATCs are designed, printed, assembled and waiting for blinging! One QUESTION, please? How can I color the edges of the card? They are very white while the card is colored. I remember someone said something once about "destressing" ink or inkpad. I actually got an inkpad yesterday, (am I getting into this or what?!) but have no idea how to do this without possibly messing up the entire card. I know I can sorta slide the edge against the inkpad, but am afraid of getting ink on the actual card. Can someone help? Is there a preferred way to do this and how do I? Thanks so much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara Arell Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Well, my ATCs are designed, printed, assembled and waiting for blinging! One QUESTION, please? How can I color the edges of the card? They are very white while the card is colored. I remember someone said something once about "destressing" ink or inkpad. I actually got an inkpad yesterday, (am I getting into this or what?!) but have no idea how to do this without possibly messing up the entire card. I know I can sorta slide the edge against the inkpad, but am afraid of getting ink on the actual card. Can someone help? Is there a preferred way to do this and how do I? Thanks so much Marilyn, sliding the edge along the inpad won't mess up your card - at least in my experience it adds a nice touch if a wee bit of the ink gets on the design - but if you just carefully hold the inkpad and rub it on the edges, you can do it without getting it on other parts of your card - easy pease, my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariJ Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Awww.. Sara - thanks for your quick reply! I am happy to see you answering and hoping you're feeling a bit better today... Or, at least not worse! That's a plus, huh? Appreciate your help.. Now I can get to work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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