Hello again....
I have some amazing news to tell you but first a card using a never before tried technique of stamping through a stencil which is this months challenge over at the CAS Mix Up
And my card...
I honestly hadn't intended to enter this one but I needed another guy card so I used a mountain stencil and a favourite postal stamp which I've had for years...
As you can see I did a few 'layers' of mountains and then re-positioned the stencil to stamp and emboss the postal stamp. A little bit of dottie tape and another sentiment and it's good to go... Where to?
Well that's the amazing news...
I told you in my previous post that Ross had passed his exams despite all odds and yesterday his dream came true... He has always been interested in all things space related and believe me there is nothing that boy can't tell you, he's even been known to correct his teachers on the facts. Well, a couple of days ago he got an interview at Stafford Uni and following that he took a call from Collins Aerospace who were so blown away by his knowledge (their words) that they have offered him a 4 year engineering degree apprenticeship!!
To say I am ecstatic is an understatement, I have cried buckets. With all his disabilities as well as losing his Dad when he was only 3, Ross has defied the odds and never gave up on his dream and obtained one of only 10 places available in the whole of the UK.
So this is another card for him, I am feeling so blessed right now, and just had to let you know.
I need a tissue...
21 comments:
I have goosebumps reading your news Ros....well done indeed to Ross, you have every right to be proud of him and so does he! Good Luck in his venture. It's so good to hear some uplifting news for a change. Your card for him is very different and clever in design and I am sure he will be thrilled with it. Hugs xx
Ros, you've solved the 'my stencil is too thick' dilemma! I absolutely love your mountains, and you've chosen the most wonderful stamps for your card.
You have every right to be very, very proud of that great nephew, Auntie! Well done, Ross! Wish it, dream it, do it - very apropos!
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Ros, I feel all choked up over hearing your news. Good for Ross in the face of adversity! The world is his oyster and you'll have more good news to report soon enough. You made the perfect card for him in the way it expresses how the world lies at his feet. Your stamping through the stencil worked out beautifully. I'm glad Ross's achievement gave you a reason to join us at CAS Mix Up!
OMG...such very exciting news for Ross and all the family and friends. Ross is an amazing roll model for all those who struggle to follow their dreams:-) TFS Ross's happy exciting story, Ros. Was he named after you? I Love your clever, creative and beautiful stenciling with the stamping. Your softly stenciled mts in the background and choice of stamp plus the sentiment are all so perfect. Ross will treasure your card made with love! So pleased you joined us at CAS Mix Up, my dear friend. Love and Hugs...Nancy
That truly is amazing news, congratulations to Ross. I am so glad his knowledge and enthusiasm showed through on his interview. Very good luck to him. I love your card, it is so clever, what a great take on the technique, your stamp works so well with the mountain stencil and I love the soft muted colours. Thank you for joining us this month at CAS Mix Up xx
Sorry I've been MIA lately, but just read through all your posts from the past few weeks and drooled over all your cards...beautiful as always!! And YAY to Ross for the amazing opportunity that he's been given!! You have every reason to be SO proud of him Ros...I just love hearing stories like that!! Hugs. :0)
OMG ... THAT'S AWESOME ... YOU GO ROSS!!! How exciting and what a blessing! Good for him ... I'm SO HAPPY for him! He's so deserving! YAY ROSS!
Now, onto that card! LOL Absolutely awesome! I saw that technique used elsewhere (Leslie I think) and though hmmmm wonder what I have that would work ... I LOVE what you came up with ... it's PERFECT!
Sending an ATABOY across the pond to Ross! YOU GO GUY!!!
Ohhhh this is tremendous news Ros......No wonder you are super proud and well done Ross x.
What a unique and creative card and the mountains and the postal stamp are so perfect together.....So clever and I love it x.
Thank you so much for stopping by my blog and leaving such a kind and friendly comment. I really appreciate it and yes mixed weather and it has turned Autumnal and definitely cooling down x.
Oh, what a wonderful card for your nephew!! Beautiful stenciling and stamping and love those mountains!! He certainly deserves another card to celebrate!! Huge congratulations to him, how awesome!! Such great news, Ros! And, I can feel your excitement coming through on your post! Smiling and clapping here for your nephew!!!:))
Way to go, Ross! You have every reason to be proud and he has a wonderful great aunt that loves him a lot! Great card with the mountains yet to climb!
Well first congrats to your Ross, what an honor and an achievement! The card is a fabulous card for a man, just perfect, now settle down and have a glass of wine lol!!
Wowzer, stunning effect with the mountain range and the postage sentiment. I absolutely love it ♥
Oh my gosh, that is the BEST news Ros! I needed a tissue after reading your post. I'm so proud of Ross!! What a special man and he is living the dream right now!! Congrats to Ross, again!!
LOVE your stamping through the mountain stencil. This is such a cool card Ros. It will be appreciated and loved by Ross. Thanks for sharing with us at CAS Mix Up! xx
What amazing news! I can see why you are so proud! Congrats Ross! Your card is extra special and I bet he'll love it. Thanks so much for making this technique shine and sharing at CAS Mix Up:)
What a fantastic achievement and so well deserved as Ross has his dream career in the making now. It shows that if you work hard enough dreams can come true. No wonder you are so excited for him, and his Dad would of course have been very proud. This card is very appropriate with the mountains and the travel aspect with the postage stamping, and I love the dotty washi tape which makes an interesting border, and the perfect sentiment too. x
Oh my goodness--how fabulous! He must be quite an amazing kid! Great job making another masculine card & using the technique, which I only tried once without success! Need to try a different stencil--maybe this weekend.
The stamps you chose to use through the stencil are SO fitting... it really makes an impact!
Thank so much for sharing with us at CAS Mix Up!
Chrissie x
Thank you for sharing the exciting news, Ros! I'm so happy for you and Ross!
Your mountains are absolutely beautiful, and the postal stamping adds so much interest. The dottie tape is a cool accent. And of course, the encouraging sentiment is perfect for Ross!
Hideko xx
Your news is totally Fantastic and I am so Happy for him! To have come so far....well deserved end result! You must be so proud!
Was scrolling through your blog and saw this post. HOW EXCITING for both your son and you! Congratulations on an amazing offer!!
Do you have a tissue to spare? That is such wonderful news! I love the card, too, but this really is secondary in this case...
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