Friday 26 October 2007

DCM - Wrapped Up In Ribbon

What a fabulous challenge this week over on the DCM blog. I didn't find out the dare until lunchtime as I was on the reception desk all morning at work. Hardly the best place to be full of cold & barking better than the average dog! But, I'm home now & am not going back until Wednesday. I'm hoping the cold will not prevent me playing this long weekend as I have brand new toys from Crafty Individuals. This paper & stamp are from them, this Angels stamp is one of the site's new additions. The ribbon has lived in my craft box for 4 years. It is gorgeous gold starred with wired sides. Perfect for bending into any shape you choose. I got it in a pack of 3 different ones from Lakeland Ltd. The silver vellum was also from Lakeland in a floral kit full of pressed flowers.

Now on to something completely different. You British ladies all know about the fantastic Red Arrows. They are a sight over most UK skies. Well apparently they are featuring on a petition which I & all my work colleagues have signed, to be sent to Downing Street. It seems they are told they can't do a display at the 2012 Olympics because they are "too" British & might offend other countries! Well, I say tough. They are the very essence of Britain & something we are proud of. Its like saying we can't fly our flag. When will this nonsense end. In the race to appeal to all, it is becoming racial against our own country & beliefs. If you agree they should fly, then please sign the petition. It takes literally seconds.

28 comments:

Juliet said...

Beautiful card Paula, the stamp is lovely. How ridiculous not allowing the Red Arrows to fly - I totally agree with you!

Andrea, said...

Gorgeous card Paula, the stamp is so pretty and I love the ribbon. Hope your cold gets better soon and you can get on with your crafting. Have a good weekend.

Anonymous said...

Paula is so stunning. Really beautiful.

Rika said...

Beaufiful Christmas card, your new stamp is great!

Dawn Wheeler said...

Realy beautiful card paula ,the stamp is great,Dawnx

Andrea C (Frog) said...

Wow Paula it is gorgeous.

Andrea x

My Paper World said...

Really beautiful! Thanks for the link to the petition, I have signed!

Hermine said...

Beautiful Paula.

Andrea, said...

I've just tagged you, check out my blog for details

Louly said...

Dreamy, beautiful and elegant are the first three words that came into my mind.

stampingbalou said...

This is such a lovely card - fabulous

Sarah said...

Beautiful Paula, that ribbon is lovely!

Kathy said...

Youd've fdone a great job here, Paula and the ribbon really makes the whole thing look really sumptuous

Michelle said...

Love the card - fab!!! I'm just going to sign the petition - its shameful!!!

stamp and scrape said...

Paula - are you getting enough vitamin C?? Hope you recover soon.
Gorgeous, gorgeous card!
Ros

Anonymous said...

Glad to see you got that ribbon out of your craft box and onto a card ... beautiful.

Rainbow Lady said...

Lovely card. I totally agree about the Red Arrows they are fantastic and represent our country well.
Love Cynthia xx

Jo said...

Gorgeous card and I love your Lo too :) and how can something possibly be too British! everything is now just so silly :(

jo xx

Angelnorth said...

Very stylish, Paula. The ribbon is a perfect finishing touch for that stamp.

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous Paula.:) Love that ribbon.
Vanessa.

Anonymous said...

Cute card !

Wendy said...

Great card - like the ribbon you have used.
Wendy

Anonymous said...

Thank for you little word on my blog !! Your card and the rubbon are very beautiful !! Bravo !!!

michelle said...

first of all, I love your card and that stamp is gorgeous. and second, too british? I can't believe it! That is freaking ridiculous! Good luck with your petition.

Kim Costello said...

beautiful angel stamp and lovely ribbon great card! Thanks for Sharing!

Samm said...

OOOhhh, but we all love the red arrow!!! tut!!!

Love your card, very pretty!

Samm
x

Lynne said...

Beautiful card Paula, love your new stamp. Thanks for joining in the ribbon fun.

Rhi said...

Gorgeous Paula! I love the red arrows, couldn't they do olypic coloured smoke or something... this world is mad!