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A very warm welcome to my teeny, tiny part of the huge world of blogging. This is where I share my passion for making hand made greeting cards. So - why "Always with a Heart"? Well this is for two reasons. Firstly, it is because every card I produce carries a heart on it somewhere. This can be big and bold or small and almost hidden - the fun sometimes is just trying to find it! Secondly it is because I put my heart into everything I produce. I hope that any visitors enjoy seeing what I post. If you drop by then please leave me a comment so that I know you called. It would be nice to know that you have found my heart in what I do.

Wednesday, 11 April 2012

BIG BROTHER

Tee hee .. .. no .. .. not Big Brother the TV show .. .. .. my Big Brother!!!

He is the big 60 on Friday the 13th!!!!

I showed you the card I made for my Mum to give to him.  Well here is the one I have just been and popped in the post for him from the House of Hearts.





This used:

Image:  Stamp Fairy
Sentiment:  Pink Petticoat and Woodware Clear Stamps "FRCL107" Wedding Anniversaries
Backing Papers:  Nitwits
Martha Stewart:  Embossed Zig Zag
Sizzix Die:  Stars 2
ProMarkers and Chalk
Glamour Dust:  Silver and Gold
Cord from the Stash Box

So as you can see I have used my favourite Nitwit papers .. .. again!!!

Lots of hearts for my lovely brother .. .. because I love him loads.

Sorry I am short and sweet again but I have masses to be getting on with here on the wedding front .. .. but I would like to ask just one question before I go.

Where have all those dandelions suddenly appeared from overnight?  I saw masses of the blighters on my walk to the post box and now I can just envisage them blowing all their seeds in the direction of the House of Hearts in a few days time.  Grrr!!!

I wonder if you can buy huge mosquito nets that would cover the whole of my front and back garden!!  

Love

44 comments:

Lynne said...

Super card for your brother Jules.Love the masculine DP.
Someone once told me that you know when spring is here by the dandelions. Not that you`d notice by the weather we`re having but you never know....
Lynne xxx

Cynthia said...

I love how this one is both cute AND masculine! All those stars are so cute! (Oh, AND masculine!!) ;-)

The Craft Bucket said...

Super cute card, love visiting your blog to spot the heart! Jane x

Crafty Moone Cards said...

Gorgeous card Jules.
Sue x

Viv said...

Can't make my mind up whether this ted looks happy about his age being broadcast or not!!!
Great card Jules and guaranteed to put a smile on his face even if he's 60!!
We have lots of lovely yellow "flowers" in our garden too......!!!

Vicky said...

What a sweetie Jules...your brother will just love it hun...!

big hugs Vicky xx

Misty's said...

Hi Jules

Best wishes to your brother for his 60th birthday. Love the card you made for him! Those backing papers you used are gorgeous!
Michaela xx

Sarn said...

Cute! x

amanda stokes said...

Hi Jules,
Great card for your big brother,fab image and papers
LOL I asked my OH the same question yesterday,its like they appeared overnight! :) x

Loopylou. said...

LOL Jules!! moalways thinks that dandelions are rabbits puddings for being good and eating all there grass so I had to giggle at your post!!
and aww that is one cute card for your brother hun, I love that heart paper! might need that nitwits paper now...:)
huge hugs Lou xxx

Jacqui's little piece of England said...

Lovely card again Jules

jacqui x

Catherine said...

Fab card, love that cute image and the stars...

Bev Henwood said...

Hi Jules, Love the card, I always struggle with male cards. Have been over to Teddy Bo and spent money on their digi images (as per your card the other day) - love them. Best wishes. Bev

Crafting Queen said...

Adorable card, sweet image.

angelwhispers said...

What a perfect card for your Brother just love it! Chanelle xx

angelwhispers said...

What a perfect card for your Brother just love it! Chanelle xx

Whisper said...

Superb hun, am loving the fireworks on the image and the papers, Luv Sam x

Carol said...

Love this Jules as I'm sure he will. Don't know about the dandelions we don't seem to have any up here! Carol x

M said...

Ahh that glittery firework is perfect! I'm sure he will love it! M x

Anonymous said...

Fab Jules! I love cards for men that are masculine but have a cuteness about them too. This is a perfect example.

Dandelions don't come anywhere near our garden any more. A nice man from Green Thumb comes round every three months and puts something on the lawn that keeps them away.
xxx

The Crafty Blonde said...

Great card, love the fabby image and sparkles. Great papers and love the stars.
Lyndsey xx

Donna Mosley said...

Another fab card for your bro Jules. Love the sweet bear and fireworks. I know what you mean about the dandeliuons too hun, the same here. They do look pretty when they turn into clocks though. BUT then they multiply. :o(

Donna x

Beryl said...

I think those dandelions are there lurking, just waiting for 5 minutes of sun and then there they are.
Your brother will love this card - it's cute but manly. Hope your brother is too and he enjoys his special day.
Beryl xx

Gibmiss said...

Hi Jules
Fabulous card for your brother......
Hugs Sylvie love the papers xx

mags said...

Lovely card Jules. The image is great and just perfect for the occasion. I am sure your brother will love it.
Mags
x

An Occasional Genius said...

I'm guessing there's no bonus points for finding the heart on this card lol!!

Don't know about the dandelions, maybe the rain has encouraged them?

Love your card, I always forget to work with lighter colours for guys cards xx

susiestacey said...

Hi Jules gorgeous card for your Bro. x Susan x

Anonymous said...

Aww this is gorgeous!! Love the image and the stars the bottom are fab!! xx

Roma said...

Lovely card Jules.

Any brother would be happy to receive it .
Lovely image ,loving the stars x

Annette Bowes said...

Hi Jules, just catching up you have been busy lol! Love both your cute cards you made for your brother. Perfect paper for the sizzix die card, love the pearl necklace. Love how you have stitched next to the buttons on the beautiful dragonfly card to, enjoy the rest of your week, take careX:)

Little K Smith said...

Hi Jules
Aw what a sweet card for your big bro, hope he has a fab birthday on Friday! And what gorgeous work since I last visited, I can't keep up with everyone at the mo! Hope you've had a lovely Easter :)
Kelly.x

Anonymous said...

I love those papers Jules, they are so texture-ful! If thats a word!

Love it!

Debs said...

Love this card Jules - the sparkles are fabulous.
Hope you had a lovely Easter.
Debs xx

coops said...

stunning card jules.love the sweet bear and fireworks and gorgeous soft colours :D

xx coops xx

Di said...

Perfect Jules - the hearts are right, but the stars also show that you think your big brother is truly a star too! Super image too. Love, Di xx

Marie-Louise said...

Marvellous card. The image is great and the backing papers are just perfect.

Irene said...

A brilliant card for your brother, just perfect.
luv
irene
xxxx

jem (jane elizabeth middleton) said...

another fab big bro card,how lucky to have such a talented sister.
Have you been watching the apprentice,I have and that four rooms.love Wednesday tv.
janex

Nannieflash said...

Oh wow Jules your brother is going to love his card, its such fun. hugs Shirleyxxxxx

Vicky said...

Hi Jules, I have just found your fantastic blog!!! Love all the cards and I'm sure your brother will love this one,

hugs Vicky x x x

Tracy said...

Hi Jules
A really fab male creation, beautiful design and love the colours
Happy crafting
Tracy x

Sue B said...

Aww this is another cutie Jules! I love that bear!! and the sparkly fireworks look wonderful. Gorgeous papers and embellies. Your brother will love this!! ;-)
Love Sue xx

rosie said...

fantastic! love the bear he is so cute and the sparkly firework effect is stunning x

Anonymous said...

Another fabulous card Jules, love the image and brilliant fireworks!
Helen x