Monday, April 14, 2014

Lots of Love for Lauryn



Isn't this little girl just precious? 
Let me introduce you....

Lauryn was diagnosed with Leukemia on March 27, 2014. She is currently hospitalized in the DC area undergoing chemotherapy to fight this terrible disease.  

Lauryn is Linda Payne's granddaughter...
many of you in the stamping community probably know our sweet Linda!

As news of Lauryn's illness spread via social media, many of you have asked if there is anything you can do to help, so we have come up with a plan. We decided to have a Card Drive and would like to invite YOU to help by sending "happy mail" to Lauryn and her family.

Please create cards to share your love and encouragement for Lauryn and her family. Lauryn's parents are Josh and Elizabeth and she has two older siblings: Lily and Logan. We thank the Lord for this dear family and need to pray for them as they are seeking to glorify the Lord throughout this trial. 

Cards can be mailed to:

Children's National
Hematology/Oncology RM 437
Lauryn Newsome
111 Michigan Ave NW
Washington DC 20010

You can find updates on Lauryn via a Facebook page that has been set up by some family. It is Fight on Little Lauryn. They have shared how encouraging it is receive a simple "like" on a Facebook status or words of love and encouragement that is posted.

Here is the fabulous group of bloggers who have joined us in promoting this Card Drive. We would love for you to hop with us as numerous bloggers have blog candy and all you need to do is leave a comment... 

Olga Jewell Craftieodamae
Mary Anne Kelemen Lakeside Stamping
Lisa Haines The Purple Place
Colleen Holmes A Card’s Delight
Anita Autore Cards & Coffee 
Sandra Van Blaricum Cards and Creativity 
Nina Brackett Crafting in Croatia
Linda Coughlin The Funkie Junkie
Kathleen Curry Will Stamp for Wine
Melissa Czapor My Many Journeys
Vicki Dutcher All I Do is Stamp
Tera Fujan Stamp Queen 
Joy Hadden Pieces of Joy
Karen Knegten Studio at the Lake 
Lee Murphy My Reality
Betty Neville Betty Neville's Blog
Jackie Randolph Paper Moments 
Shirley Ross Card Art, Etc.
Melissa Shultz Buggin to Stamp
Brenda Turner Stamp It Up
Geri Utterback Geri’s Cards 
Cheri Weston Stamp’n Boomer 
 
Here is a card that I created using one of the digi images that I received after donating to Lauryn's family. I am planning to send cards to each family member.  What a terrible ordeal for each of them.
If you would like to donate, you can find the link HERE.

Used my Perfect Papercrafting Mini Rulers for these beautiful straight mats!  See sidebar for details!


Blog Candy!!!
One lucky reader will receive a $10 gift card to Die-Versions.com
If you are a follower of my blog, you can leave two comments, for two chances!
I will post the winner for MY blog candy on Friday, April 18th.

Have a great day.
Thanks for stopping by!

Patti J.

45 comments:

craftieodmae said...

Gorgeous, love the layout!!!

Mary Anne / MA54K said...

The card you have created is super sweet, and it is sure to make her room a happier place. :)

Lynn Mercurio said...

What a sad story, but unfortunately one that isn't isolated. So many children are afflicted with this terrible disease. This card you created is such a sweet creation and what a wonderful heart you have for participating in this project.

God bless you, Patti!

Hugs,

Carla S. said...

Beautiful card, Patti! I'm sure they will love receiving this!

New Creations said...

Amazing job done for a lovely cause!!! Good to be a part of it.

Glittered Paws said...

Perfect for the little one - very sweet - great layout. I am sure Mom and Dad will smile when they see this one.

Glittered Paws said...

Two comments two chances what an opportunity - plus how sweet that you are going to make a card for each family member - I try to do this with my little chemo buddy - family life does go on and often they feel forgotten.

Jennifer Scull said...

what a precious card you have made using these 2 images, Patti! thank you for being part of the blog hop! :)

Sandra said...

Lovely card Patti,love how you used one of "Lauryn's"images.
Hugs,Sandra

Kathy said...

Patti, this is so very pretty. Love the shades of blue. SO kind of you to make cards for the whole family!

Lisa said...

What an adorable card, Patti for such a beautiful cause. How sweet you are to make a card for her whole family. I'm sure they will appreciate it so much. I will add them to my prayers. Have a great day :)

Lisa
A Mermaid's Crafts

Verna Angerhofer said...

So sweet of you to join this wonderful cause and make a lovely card for her. I will be making her a card this afternoon too. My prayers are with her and her family as well.

Pat (mspfd) said...

What a super card for Lauryn! The image is so dang cute and you did a fabulous job showcasing it.

Nana Griffin said...

A sweet card for sweet Lauryn. I will send her out a card ASAP.

ThePurplePlace said...

Absolutely adorable!! My special thanks to your for all the amazing time and effort you have put into this wonderful event.

I'm so grateful to everyone who has taken the time to be part of the hop, to create cards for Lauryn, to donate to her fund-raiser, to say a prayer and so much more.

Hugs to all and again --- THANK YOU!!!

ThePurplePlace said...

Thank you for creating a sweet and adorable card for Lauryn.

It's so wonderful to see so many amazing crafters all working hard to put a smile on the face of this sweet little girl.

Big Hugs to everyone who has been part of the wonderful blog HOP!!

Shirley said...

Hey Grandma!! Your card for Lauryn is just too too beautiful and cute too! She will love it!

Duh Me here, I checked everybody’s link but mine. It is wrong on everyone’s blog. It is showing as:

http://cardartetc.blgospot.com/ and you get:
“Sorry, the page you were looking for in this blog does not exist.”

The correct link is:
http://cardartetc.blogspot.com

Hugs and thanks for your help with this, Patti!! Like you aren't busy enough!!! :-)

Lori said...

Such a sweet card!

Vicki Dutcher said...

Such a cute digi!

Lady Bug Stampers said...

What a wonderful card you have created for such a precious little girl. I will also make a card to send to her. God bless her and her family and all of you for all you are doing for them.
Linda K.

Emily Thubbron said...

Patti, your card is so sweet. I love that image. I'm sure Lauryn will love it too. Thanks for joining the card hop.

Emily T.

Karen (TLgirl353) said...

What a cute card! She will love it!

Jennie said...

Your card is so sweet Patti! I just know it will be a blessing to Lauryn and her dear family. Thanks so much for joining this Card Drive hop and spreading the word!!

Joan said...

Precious card. I love it. Thanks for allowing me to be a part of this heartfelt experience.

Patti P. said...

Gorgeous, love the way your paper colors just make the word art and image pop on your card. Love this design!!!May have to case this sometime.
Thanks for your support in the card drive, but never a doubt you would with your sweet heart.
God Bless you, hugs.....

AmethystCat said...

sweet card by a wonderful lady! You're so giving and caring!

Cornelia (fun stamping) said...

Beautiful, sweet card - Lauryn will love it! That blog hop is just such a great idea! I wanted to contribute, so I made a card for her, that I just have posted on my blog and mailed it out today
http://fun-stamping.blogspot.com/2014/04/card-drive-for-lauryn-with-paper.html

Carol L said...

I love what you've done with this sweet image, especially the way you framed it! Adorable card!

Cheryl W said...

Lovely card, Patti, and so kind of you to help this family through their ordeal. I will definitely make some cards, i.e., happy mail, and send them off. Thank you for your caring heart and gentle spirit that is such a wonderful example to all of us.

redwasher1 said...

Patti, gorgeous card, love the cute image and your design is awesome!

Edwina said...

Hi Patti, I love your card. It is simple and elegant. I am so glad you did not add things a 2 year old could pick off and choke on. Your card is perfect. Thanks for sharing. Edwina Brown edwinabrown@comcast.net

Cara said...

Love the layout Patti! Perfect choice for the image. Thank you so much for the opportunity to participate in something so awesome and come away with Inspiration in more ways than one!
XX Cara XX

Cheri said...

You are just so creative, my friend. I love this.

CG said...

What a lovely card! Certain to give a lot of smiles. Glad to be a part of this great cause with you. Best to you & yours, CG

Theresa's Studio said...

Cute, cute card,Patti! This a wonderful event that you ladies are doing for Lauryn and her family.

Theresa's Studio said...

Cute, cute card,Patti! This a wonderful event that you ladies are doing for Lauryn and her family.

Karenladd said...

Love this absolutely adorable card for Lauryn. Wonderful coloring!! Thank you for sharing with us..I'm off to make a card to send as well.

Karenladd said...

I am a new follower!

Nana Griffin said...

I am a follower of your blog. I sent a card out yesterday. Keeping Lauryn and her family in my prayers.

arlsmom aka Lynda said...

your card is fantastic...love the color!

Joan Ervin said...

What a sweet card to send to little Lauryn...I'm so sorry to hear about her illness!!! I will get a card out to her and her family right away!!!

Jenn Zeeb said...

What a sweet card, for a super GREAT cause!

Jenn Zeeb said...

I am a new follower, thanks for the opportunity

stampqueen said...

Sweet card!!! I am sure she will love it!!!

Donna said...

Gorgeous card and great cause she will be in my prayers.