September 15, 2023

Color Hues #72 - Hop For Lindsey

 Hi there friends! Today, we are hopping in memory of our dear friend and fellow cardmaker, Lindsey Martin-Penny, who sadly passed away last year from a rare and aggressive form of ovarian cancer. The next stop on the hop is down at the bottom of my post.




I met Lindsey through Emily Leiphart and Lindsey and I became fast friends. I still can't believe that she has been gone for a whole year. It was only a 45 minute drive through the country between Lindsey and I. When you think about this great big card making community it's pretty amazing to find a crafty friend so close! 

We both lived north of Toronto in cottage country, so whenever the Toronto Crafty girls got together Lindsey and I would car pool down to the city. It was on those drives that we really got to know one another and got into those deep and often hilarious conversations. We had a few adventures, like being so involved in a conversation we missed our exit. Or the lunch incident when I made a gorgeous Cobb salad and when I turned to put the platter on the counter, the whole salad went on the counter too! I loved her quirky disposition and her kindness, but more I will miss the many things we said we were going to do together but didn't have enough time. I hope you enjoy the hop and spread the word to help others to not have to face this devastating type of cancer.


The infamous salad!






 The stamp, stencil and die set that I used for my card today was one that Lindsey talked me from admiring into buying! It was an older set from Pigment Craft Company called Delicate Florals.



Today I'm introducing the colours for the  Color Hues Color Challenge #72! We are posting a day earlier than normal so that we could do the hop. Purple and Red were Lindsey's favourite colours!


September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Lindsey’s husband Burke thought it would be a great time to sell off her many craft supplies, with all of the proceeds going towards Lindsey’s Legacy Fund for Clear Cell Ovarian Cancer Research in cooperation with The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.

 

The purpose of this hop will be to honour Lindsey, celebrate her life and all that she loved, as well as help spread the word to raise funds for clear cell ovarian cancer research.  You can help in one of several ways!


 

1.    Purchase a Flat Rate Mailer stuffed with loads of fabulous craft supplies.  These can only be mailed within Canada and there will be no tax receipts provided with the purchase of these boxes.  A box of craft supplies would make a great gift for yourself, a crafty friend or a child/classroom!  For details about the boxes and how you can go about purchasing one, please email lindseyslegacyfund@rogers.com with the message "Craft Box" or visit Lindsey’s original blog, Bashful Blogging.  Every craft box purchase in September will be entered into a draw and one lucky winner will win a $100 gift certificate to Scrap ‘n Stamp.

2.   During the month of September, shop at Scrap ‘n Stamp using the code LINDSEY10 at checkout.  You will get 10% off your purchase (sale items excluded) and Scrap ‘n’ Stamp will donate 10% of their proceeds to Lindsey’s Legacy Fund.

3.   Any donations over $15 made directly to Lindsey’s Legacy Fund will receive a digital tax receipt.

4.    Repost this hop on your social media and encourage others to share!


 

Lindsey’s Legacy Hop begins at Emily Leiphart’s blog.  If you get lost along the way, please return to Emily’s blog where she will have the entire hop list.

 

How to hop:

  • Like and leave a comment at each stop
  • Learn a little bit about Lindsey’s connection to that person
  • Share this post and help us save lives

The next stop on the hop is Glenda  Please be sure to leave a comment at each of the stops where you can learn more about Lindsey’s life, loves and her legacy.

 




24 comments :

Marlena M. said...

I'm so sorry Tracey, oh what a lump in my throat right now. I had just a wee peek at sweet Lindsey through INkspirational and she is such a gem. Beautiful photo, memories, card and tribute.

JulieP said...

Love the memories!!! And awesome salad. LOL!!! How fitting that you used a supply enabled by Lindsey. Thanks for sharing the photos and all of the behind the scene work you did for the hop. Miss her.

Burke Penny said...

Thanks Tracey for posting this beautiful card, for your help in putting this project together, and for sharing your thoughts and memories about Lindsey.

Greta said...

Absolutely gorgeous card Lindsey would have loved! Cancer is taking so many wonderful people away from us. If only we spent money on cures, instead of things that really don't help mankind.

Nancy said...

Even though I heard the salad story a few days ago it made me smile again from ear to ear, and for that I am grateful. Lindsey would want us to keep smiling. Your card turned out wonderful and thanks also for helping with the Boxes for Burke and the hop itself. You are and were a terrific friend to her and all that know you now.

Nancy said...

I so enjoyed reading your post and hearing these memories once again. Your card is gorgeous and love that Lindsey talked you into purchasing that set. The sentiment says it all! You were such a good friend to her and to others currently. HUGS!

Joyce said...

What a lovely story and tribute to Lindsey. I am so glad you two had each other as friends, and I am so sad I never had the opportunity to meet Lindsey in person. Your card is stunning.

Kim Heggins said...

Simply beautiful post and tribute to Lindsey....love your gorgeous card, one I am sure she would love!

Julie B said...

Such a lovely tribute to a much missed friend Tracey. How appropriate that you used a set that had such a strong link to your crafty time with Lindsey. :)

luvhymns said...

What a way to honor your dear friend. I stumbled on this hop from another gal's email. Love that you have love, laughter and cherished memories to see you through.

Karen said...

Your card is just beautiful, and I loved reading about your adventures with Lindsey. It is the perfect way to honor your friendship!

~amy~ said...

Oh Tracey, your project is gorgeous and I loved seeing your photos.

Bobby said...

What a wonderful tribute to your friend, Tracey. Using a set she encouraged to buy in her favorite colors speaks volumes about your connection to her. Listening to all the stories makes me wish I had the privilege of knowing her.

I Card Everyone said...

I know I commented on IG but it bears repeating - you are such an incredible friend to have honored Lindsey in such a beautiful way, Tracey.
=]

Emily Leiphart said...

It's crazy all the things that I was present for and don't remember so I'm glad that you retold the salad story! I know you are missing Lindsey as much as I am. She would've loved your stunning card in her favourite colours and it's the reminder I needed to play with my Pigment Craft products again. Thank you once again for all our conversations while organizing this hop and whenever the mood strikes. Love you, Tracey! 💜❤️

Cat Craig said...

Lovely tribute to a friend, and a lovely card.

Dotty Jo said...

I was never going to make it through this hop without crying! A beautiful card, and such lovely memories of our dear friend. Sending you big hugs, Tracey. She really was one in a million, wasn't she, Jo x

Glenda J said...

Thank you for sharing your memories and your gorgeous card that I know she would love. Big hugs to you.

cm said...

Such a heart-warming tribute to our dear friend, Tracey. Love the memories you shared, the friendship and special bond the two of you had and, of course, the awe-mazing card! Glad she 'influenced' you from admiring this set to making a purchase. Perfect card for our Lindsey! Perfect!
Sending you loads of hugs and much love,
~c

Kristin Sluhan said...

What a beautiful tribute to a belove friend...I love your stories of time spent together. I will head over now to purchase a box! Love your card too BTW... Thanks for visiting and commenting on my blog, I appreciate the crafty love

Marcia Hill said...

LOVED reading all your wonderful stories and memories Tracey...Lindsey sounded like the best friend ever! I'm so sorry you were robbed of the time to do all those fun things you thought you had time for...a good reminder to never take anything for granted! Your card is absolutely lovely and how special that the set you used was one Lindsey encouraged you to get! Hold tight to all your wonderful memories my friend!! Hugs. :0)

Stef Perry said...

Tracey, it couldn't be more fitting than for you to use a stamp set Lindsey encouraged you to buy for your gorgeous card. I never had a chance to know Lindsey, so it has been sad but wonderful to read stories about her and escapades with her friends. Thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute to her memory!

Cindy Beach said...

A gorgeous card, Tracey and such a moving tribute to honor Lindsey. I wish I had gotten to know her a little bit. Thanks so much for your hard work to promote the event.

Lindsey said...

Beautiful card and tribute! I know you have had some significant losses of dear loved ones over the last couple years. Wishing I could give you a big hug in person. Love you, Tracey!