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Saturday, 8 March 2014

A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Anniversary Card


Let me refresh your memory about my neighbour, Mrs W. She and I have become good friends in the last couple of years and I've made a few cards for her to give to people, including a 90th birthday card for Mrs M.  Mrs. W's daughter is married to Mrs. M's son, but we'll come back to that later.

A couple of weeks ago in the hairdresser (they meet up there every Friday at 1:00), Mrs M was saying that she couldn't find a 60th wedding card for her friends in England. Mrs W very kindly offered that I would make her one - and then she sheepishly told me that evening, hoping that it would be ok. Of course, I was delighted to make the card and here it is. (60th is diamond, by the way)

Fast forward to yesterday, again at the hairdresser, where Mrs M reminded Mrs W that this week is the 40th (ruby) wedding anniversary of their married children. You guessed it! I now have two commissions to make two cards for the same couple - one from each of the mothers. So tomorrow afternoon, I'll be trying to figure out how to manage this whole thing - two different cards, both good, but the one for Mrs W will have to be just a smidge better, to keep this tricky relationship in balance! Wish me luck!
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24 comments:

  1. Cathy8 March 2014 at 19:36

    This anniversary card is stunning Ardyth, the sparkle is beautiful for this diamond milestone. I'm sure you'll create 2 ruby beauties too, Cathy x

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  2. Bonnie8 March 2014 at 20:31

    I have no doubt that you can do it, Ardyth! But what stress when 2 friendships hang in the balance! This is a fantastic card by the way! Love the sparkle that speaks of diamonds!

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  3. Tenia Nelson8 March 2014 at 23:46

    Gorgeous card!!

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  4. Cat Craig9 March 2014 at 00:11

    Gorgeous card. Lol...good luck with that smidge!

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  5. Kim Heggins9 March 2014 at 00:46

    This is just beautiful and I am really looking forward to seeing what you come up with for the 40th anniversary.

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  6. Malika9 March 2014 at 04:32

    Lovely card,your other cards are fab to

    Malika

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  7. Anita in France9 March 2014 at 04:48

    So much gorgeous sparkle, Ardyth ... just lovely! Good luck with the balancing act cards ... looking forward to seeing them! Anita :)

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  8. Kate9 March 2014 at 04:53

    Great card and love that story ..look forward to seeing the cards :)
    Kate xx

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  9. Sian Ridley9 March 2014 at 05:42

    I don't know what you're worried about - you always create the most stunning cards I have ever seen and every single one is amazing! I know what you mean about having to keep relationships in balance though - I have two wedding cards to make for the same wedding, one from the mother of the bride and one from the sister of the bride - talk about awkward!!! ;)

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  10. Hannelie9 March 2014 at 08:14

    Good luck indeed!
    Can it get better thanks this... cause this one is awesome... I'm watching and waiting!

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  11. Vicki Dutcher9 March 2014 at 10:23

    YOU are an amazing stamper! This is so gorgeous~

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  12. Gerrina9 March 2014 at 11:55

    I wish you luck!! And a great card! Enjoy the sunday, Gerrina

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  13. Maarit at Violets Corner9 March 2014 at 13:47

    Stunning card, the die cuts are pristine, love the sparkle.

    I'm sure you'll manage the card balance perfectly, you make such fabby cards.

    Warm hugs
    Maarit

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  14. Bobby9 March 2014 at 16:10

    Whatever you do, I'm sure the ladies will love them. After all, when have you ever made a bad card. This glittery gem is proof positive.

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  15. Deborah Frings9 March 2014 at 20:47

    I think this card is so elegant with some sparkle too! Only appropriate for a diamond anniversary.

    Have fun with the Ruby cards - looking forward to seeing them both!

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  16. cm10 March 2014 at 15:24

    No need to worry, Ardyth - both your cards will be stunning beyond what either of the ladies can possibly anticipate! They'll be blown away with what you'll present to them! This anniversary card: stunning!! Isn't it wonderful that we can create cards to 'fill in' gaps, and in so doing, make people feel every so special? You're doing exactly that to the nth degree!
    c

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  17. Chriss Blagrave11 March 2014 at 08:02

    I love this diamond anniversary card, perfect in so many ways and the story behind it is precious! I hope that we will get to see the ruby card...no pressure ;)

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  18. Kelly Griglione12 March 2014 at 11:58

    Oh how funny! You'll just have to make them very different, right, then they won't be able to tell which one is "better." Well actually, what am I talking about, they will both be stunning I'm sure! Love those PTI number dies. They get so much use over here.

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  19. Lee-Anne12 March 2014 at 16:53

    What a fun story, Ardyth! This is just perfect for a diamond anniversary...gorgeous card! Sorry to hear about your snow...like you, we've had more than enough...come on spring!

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  20. wienerhoneymooners15 March 2014 at 13:22

    This SHINES!!!

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  21. Tracey McNeely24 March 2014 at 16:51

    What a gorgeous diamond Anniversary card Ardyth! I know you will work wonders for Mrs M and Mrs W! You cards are always lovely!

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  22. Tracey McNeely24 March 2014 at 16:51

    ...and I hope that you share the results with us here! ;)

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  23. Diane Jaquay31 March 2014 at 09:45

    So classy and elegant!

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  24. Darnell8 April 2014 at 18:35

    Excellent job, as always, Ardy!! Mrs. W must love you to pieces!! Hugs, Darnell

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