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Welcome to my projects for the "It's A Girl Thing" Turner Syndrome Awareness 2nd Annual Blog Hop!
Turner Syndrome is a genetic disorder leaving a girl baby with only one X chromosome, instead of two. These children (and adults) contend with life-long medical issues and learning disabilities. Occurring once in every 2,500 female births worldwide, it is more common for pregnancies to not survive full term. That is why TS live births are considered MIRACLES.
Thirty-six caring Sponsors and nine DT Members are offering prizes to commenters to bring Turner Syndrome Awareness to the Public. For details on how you might win any of these fabulous prizes, please see Lori's TS home page. Thanks for learning About Turner Syndrome.
Prize Winners will be announced February 15, 2020, on the TSA blog. The winner of my personal prize will be announced on my blog after February 8.
My Personal Prize:
My TS related projects are inspired by the TSA official color board:
To achieve that rich black, glossy cardstock was used.
Wink of Stella was applied to the butterfly and birthday word.
A flower on the butterfly's body adds a feminine touch:
Living with Turner Syndrome: Linda Hunt
I am an appreciative fan of movie star
Linda Hunt
whose roles are always character-rich.
My favorite programs Linda has starred in:
NCIS Los Angeles
Kindergarten Cop
Linda was born with Turner Syndrome.
One thing I have learned regarding Turner Syndrome is that there are many chromosomal deviations that cause humans to be born with "interesting outcomes".
Here is the genetic graph for girls and boys born with KNOWN abnormal chromosomes.
Next time we see a person who doesn't seem to fit a "normal" male or female pattern, we need to keep in mind that genetics plays a huge part in ALL OF OUR biological "development", which has nothing to do with a person's lifestyle choices:
After reading the above sentiments regarding acceptance and kindness, you will understand why the word KINDNESS was superimposed on the butterfly:
Remember to visit the "It's A Girl Thing" Turner Syndrome Awareness Blog Hop 2020 page to become eligible for prizes.
Thanks for joining us in the blog hop!
Products Used:
Challenges I would like to support please:
Prize Winners will be announced February 15, 2020, on the TSA blog. The winner of my personal prize will be announced on my blog after February 8.
My Personal Prize:
My TS related projects are inspired by the TSA official color board:
To achieve that rich black, glossy cardstock was used.
Wink of Stella was applied to the butterfly and birthday word.
A flower on the butterfly's body adds a feminine touch:
Living with Turner Syndrome: Linda Hunt
I am an appreciative fan of movie star
Linda Hunt
whose roles are always character-rich.
My favorite programs Linda has starred in:
NCIS Los Angeles
Kindergarten Cop
Linda was born with Turner Syndrome.
One thing I have learned regarding Turner Syndrome is that there are many chromosomal deviations that cause humans to be born with "interesting outcomes".
Here is the genetic graph for girls and boys born with KNOWN abnormal chromosomes.
Next time we see a person who doesn't seem to fit a "normal" male or female pattern, we need to keep in mind that genetics plays a huge part in ALL OF OUR biological "development", which has nothing to do with a person's lifestyle choices:
After reading the above sentiments regarding acceptance and kindness, you will understand why the word KINDNESS was superimposed on the butterfly:
Remember to visit the "It's A Girl Thing" Turner Syndrome Awareness Blog Hop 2020 page to become eligible for prizes.
Thanks for joining us in the blog hop!
Products Used:
- Dies: MB Delia Butterfly 98353, MB Finn Butterfly #98351, SW Butterfly Frame CED7105, SW Seville CED1203, SW Cordoba CED1206, MB Kindness Cursive Script #94391, Poppy Stamps #1113 Jumbled Birthday
- Paper: Black Glossy, White, Pale Pink, Orchid, White on White Vellum, Checkered Pink DP,
- Misc: Clear Wink of Stella, Old Paper DI, Bright Purple dye ink, Craftwell Honeycomb EF,
Challenges I would like to support please:
- World Wide Open DT Challenge #1 AG DT 2/15
- Creative Knockouts #335 Birthday Wishes 2/5
- Seize the Birthday #182 All Creatures Great and Small (C5) (sep post) 2/11
- Scrapyland Challenge #130 AG with dies SL sells 2/4
- Crafty Calendar (Feb) Use Die Cuts or Punches 3/1
Butterfly hugs and kisses,
Donna you have outdone yourself! These cards are beautiful and precious! I can see the love you poured into making each one. I love the vellum paper you used for the butterfly wings and that sweet rose for it's body! Your cards are perfect! I can't thank you enough, my dear friend, with all the support, help, encouragement and most of all for joining me on this mission to bring awareness of Turner Syndrome! Thank you with all of my heart!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful cards Donna love the gorgeous butterflies and the vellum winds perfect against the rich glossy black cardstock and the rose is the finishing touch
ReplyDeleteCarol x
Donna thank you for your informative post. I had never heard of this. It's a lovely idea to help spread awareness. Love Dawn x
ReplyDeleteHi Donna your card are stunning. I love them they are gorgeous. Take care. Hugs Jackie
ReplyDeleteTwo stunning card, love the dies you used.
ReplyDeleteDonna, these cards are just gorgeous. They are so soft and feminine. Those butterflies are to die for! Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteHugs Sheryl xx
Two very pretty butterflies. I love the flower in the first one. Hugs Mrs A.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards Donna, pretty butterflies and fabulous designs - they are both stunning.
ReplyDeletePauline - Crafting with Cotnob
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Fabulous card for the Turner Syndrome hop. Just beautiful. [Bunny]
ReplyDeleteDonna your love shines through your work, absolutely stunning and so much more. Your card is just super gorgeous and such a fabulous cause and interesting explanation of Turner Syndrome.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Lori m
Donno you do not just create card but always have something to share be it technique ,a thought or a cause like today! I loved both the cards and having know that butterfly has significance they become even more beautiful.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Donna, the pink and black color combination is so elegant especially with the vellum on the butterfly! This is a great educational hop and your information on Linda really helps put the picture together (big NCIS fan). Hugs, Donna
ReplyDeleteYour cards are so pretty, Donna. Those butterflies are spectacular and I like how you featured the word kindness. Great blog post too! It was on your blog that I first remember reading about Turner Syndrome, although I still wasn't sure what it was. Thank you for shining the light on Turner Syndrome so we can all learn more about it.
ReplyDeleteDonna, both of your cards are stunning! I love the sheen on the black die cut frames and your vellum butterflies are swoon-worthy. I didn't know that Linda Hunt lived with Turner Syndrome. I adore her witty personality!!
ReplyDeleteWOW these cards are stunning! I love the gorgeous butterflies. I must say you learn something new everyday. I am a big fan of Linda Hunt and never realised this was the syndrome she had. Just goes to show how powerful and strong this actress is to have become so well known even with Turner Syndrome. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Linda xxx
Such gorgeous cards! Pink, gingham, and butterflies are always a great idea, and your cards are absolutely lovely. I adore Linda Hunt and had no idea that she lives with TS!
ReplyDeletewhat gorgeous cards you have made Donna
ReplyDeletegr karin
Wow Donna these cards are stunners! Beautifully designed and crafted, the colours, papers and die cuts are fabulous and the dimensional butterflies,so delicate and gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI remember learning about this syndrome last year - the previous blog hop- so the beautiful cards you kind ladies have created are definitely helping to spread awareness as I hadn't heard of Turner Syndrome before then.
Well done for supporting the cause!
xxx
WOW ... your cards are GORGEOUS (as always) and very inspiring! my second WOW is that I too LOVE Linda Hunt as Heddy on NCIS LA and did NOT know she too suffered from Turner Syndrome! Thanks for that tidbit. You've done a fabulous job of helping Lori get the word out about Turner Syndrome ... God Love Ya!
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely cards you've made for this hop. I didn't know there was black glossy card stock! The vellum butterflies are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing about Linda Hunt and the TS information. I'm learning so much through this blog hop.
ReplyDeletewooww, these cards are gorgeous. Love the butterflies on vellum!!
ReplyDeleteDonna, as always, your cards are simply stunning! So very lovely.
ReplyDeleteLynn
Love that delicate butterfly and the beautiful card. Thanks for creating awareness
ReplyDeleteBeautiful butterfly cards. Love the shiny black, the vellum and the flower. I enjoy Linda Hunt on NCIS too and did not know she had Turner Syndrome.
ReplyDeleteThese creations are so beautiful & really delicate sweetie. I adore the beautiful butterfly. I have a thing for butterflies & penguins. A really good cause as well.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Cathy
xxx
Thank you so much for participating in this hop to help spread the word for AWARENESS of Turners Syndrome! GORGEOUS creations, I especially love the one with the delicate black background die!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness Donna!! Your cards are just AMAZING!! That big translucent butterfly with the wings is stunning! The pink and black radiate in a beautifully elegant and feimine way on your designs! I love them both and I especially love how you've added the meaning to your "kindness" over your butterfly. I didn't know Linda was born with TS. Thank you for all of your kind work in helping spread awareness with Lori & Julie my friend! HUGS
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards some beautiful details!!
ReplyDeleteGreat way to make the Awareness for Turner Syndrome be known! Thanks for sharing your information about this syndrome
Great cards inspired from the logo. Love how you made the word kindness stand out. Thanks for spreading awareness.
ReplyDeleteBoth your cards couldn't be any more gorgeous Donna, my goodness you have outdone yourself once again with these beautiful creations!! Thanks for sharing about "Nettie' too I didn't know that! Have a blessed day!
ReplyDeleteHi Donna, I love the cards.
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a nice weekened. Sue
After multiple hops and many friends participating, my awareness is very acute, but I sure didn't know Linda Hunt is a Turner girl. I have admired her greatly, as well. Binge watched several seasons of The Practice, and Popeye is still one of my all-time favorite movies. Wow! What a lovely card you have to bring awareness to the disease and to the ladies who are living with Turners. Thank you, Donna!
ReplyDeleteWow .... what a great project. It's nice to help !
ReplyDeletebye Ine
Two amazing cards Donna, something I have never heard of Turners! thank you for alighting me..
ReplyDeleteLove the butterflies and beautiful velum details on these gorgeous cards.
Hugs Pam x
What a beautiful butterfly and I just love the little flower in the center. Your cards are really pretty & elegant. I love Linda Hunt!! And had no idea that she was born with TS!
ReplyDeleteStunning card, Donna! I am learning so much about this genetic disorder and had no idea that Linda Hunt had it. I loved her in Kindergarten Cop. TFS!
ReplyDeleteso beautiful cards.
ReplyDeleteIm glad that I saw this blog hop so I learn more.
These look amazing Donna! I love the butterflies. I didn't know Lina Hunt also had TS....she's one of my favorite actors :-)
ReplyDeleteBold colours superb creation, love the butterfly and velum xx
ReplyDeleteDonna, What can one say that hasn't been said? Other than you have out done yourself once again!! You go that extra mile for your friends and always leave us inspired! I'm thankful you are my friend!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Jan
Such an informative Post! These cards are gorgeous! I love the butterflies, so pretty and delicate and glorious! Love the background dies too! Magnificent!
ReplyDeleteYour cards are always gorgeous but this one is especially impressive with the translucent butterfly and the Kindness sentiment. Although I was aware of Turner Syndrome, I didn't know much about it and I love that the hop is educating, as well as inspiring with beautiful projects.
ReplyDeleteLOVE your post on Turners Syndrome - thanks for raising awareness and why you included the word 'kindness on your card -
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards for this informative hop! Thank you for being a part of it.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards! Amazing layers of elements and wonderful depth.
ReplyDeleteMiss Donna, you have outdone yourself with much beauty and love to make us aware of TS. Your cards especially the butterfly is breathtaking. Thank you for all that you do in the creative world. Much love and hugs
ReplyDeleteWow Donna! Those cards are absolutely gorgeous and I especially love those pretty butterflies. I want to thank you so much for all the work you have done as well for promoting this cause. These hops are so informative and I know I had never known about such a disease until they were started up.
ReplyDeleteSo many layers of AWESOME! I LOVE the colors and I love that butterfly die! I didn't know LINDA HUNT had it! I LOVE her in NCIS LA!
ReplyDeleteHi Donna!! Your cards are stunning!! And that butterfly...I have to get it. I had no idea that Linda Hunt has TS too. Ya learn something new every day but with this blog hop, I learned a lot!
ReplyDeleteSuch gorgeous cards! And such a wonderful blog hop!
ReplyDelete100% pure sweetness in these cards!!! Thanks for continuing to make others aware of Turner Syndrome :)
ReplyDeleteOh Donna, these cards are such spectacular creations! I can tell you pulled out long hoarded/saved specialty vellum and that tiny rose was the perfect touch too. So much attention to detail to make each card special in honor of the ladies affected by TS! We each plug along fighting our own battles we forget others fight theirs too. Not only did you create 2 beautiful cards for this hop, I can tell you were instrumental to helping Lori coordinate the hop itself. You are super sweet and so giving. So glad to have gotten to know you! You are an inspiration in many ways, my friend!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful creations! I love the layering and details, and the butterflies are just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the information on TS! I'm learning a lot along the hop!
Lovely cards. Thank you for the information about Linda Hunt. NCIS Los Angeles is one of my husband's favourite TV shows.
ReplyDeleteyour post has made many aware of this syndrome, two beautiful cards, many thanks for joining in the Crafty Calendar Challenge
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely delighful cards, and love so much the touch of the tiny rose as butterfly body, how sweet!! Thanks for all your explanations, and for YOUR kindness taking part of this hop to spread the world about the Turner Syndrome! Loved you shown Linda Hunt, I think she's a very important example to give hope to all the families of girls with TS!! I didn't know this movie star!
ReplyDeleteYour cards are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI also love Ms Hunt as an actress and had no idea she has TS.
Beautiful cards. I love the pink, white and black color scheme, and the kindness die is perfect.
ReplyDeleteLove the butterfly and the way you added kindness Donna...such a stunning creation
ReplyDeleteCheers
Dr Sonia
Such gorgeous cards, Donna! That butterfly die is so pretty especially with the delicate little flower along with the dainty patterned vellum butterfly is so beautiful! I also love the extra little bit of sweet honey comb in there! You've thought of everything! Thanks for everything you do to support the Turner Syndrome Awareness Blog Hop.
ReplyDeleteI love your beautiful card, and my favorite part is the word KINDNESS in the butterfly! That is such a wonderful message! Thank you so much for being a part of this!
ReplyDeletetake care!
Michele Henderson
crimsonowl@comcast.net
Gorgeous creations Donna. Beautifully designed projects and I just love the butterfly touch, really finishes off these beautiful creations.
ReplyDeleteI too also love the actress Linda Hunt, I was always drawn to her when I saw her in movies, she has such a tiny stature and often wondered how she got into acting. Did not realise she had Turner Sydrome until reading your post. Thank you for the information. All her roles have been perfect for her. Thanks for sharing.
Hugs
Annette
Thank you for sharing with us over here at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.
Annette DT / Admin / Registered Owner for https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/
Your card is so beautiful and I love the reminder that different doesn't mean less. I have 3 children who are taught to be kind and thoughtful in all situations and to be accepting of everyone. Education is the first step to acceptance so this hop is a great idea.
ReplyDeleteDonna, I am here to tell you your card is absolutely beautiful, to support the hop, and to thank you for linking up at Scrapy Land Challenges.
ReplyDeleteYour butterfly is just beautiful. I really like the wings especially.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful butterfly card, one that has such gorgeous colors and meaning behind this lovely creation! They transform and fly and have such a silent beauty! Thanks for sharing your lovely card!
ReplyDeleteTwo beautiful cards, Donna - love the pink and black.
ReplyDeleteHelen x
I absolutely loooveeeee the butterflies :) The pink one is gorgeous! Love it! Thank you for linking it up to our Scrapy Land Challenge. Alina, DT
ReplyDeleteDonna, your cards are simply stunning. I love the intense femininity that you have exuding out of them. The butterflies with the vellum wings are so delicate and gorgeous. Thank you too for telling us a bit more about Turner Syndrome.
ReplyDeleteHugs Monica
Absolutely stunning, Donna! What a gorgeous butterfly. I didn't realize that Linda Hunt was also a TS lady and now I admire her even more. She's always been a favorite of mine. Thanks for sharing that information. :-D
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning, Donna! What a gorgeous butterfly. I didn't realize that Linda Hunt was also a TS lady and now I admire her even more. She's always been a favorite of mine. Thanks for sharing that information. :-D
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely cards! This has been a wonderful hop!
ReplyDeleteThanks Donna for spreading awareness....your cards are wonderful!!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful cards and thank you for sharing about Linda Hunt, I learned something today.
ReplyDeleteI wasn't aware of Turner Syndrome before this hop so it has definitely worked in increasing awareness.
ReplyDeleteBoth your cards are beautiful. I love your kindness one especially, people in general should be less judgemental and more kind to others. No one else knows what struggles we have had to overcome to be the people we are today.
Can I just say on the bloghop I have seen some lovely comments from you for the other participants. That really is lovely. We in the crafting community (and life in general) should lift people more in just being nice to others. I just wanted you to know that it has been noticed :)
Your cards are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWow, two equally gorjuss cards! Love the detail and textures, beautiful! So glad you joined us for our Birthday Wishes Challenge at Creative Knockouts!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards, I wasn't aware of this syndrome either. Thankyou for playing along at Seize the Birthday, Cathy x
ReplyDeleteDonna, as always, your cards are stunning! Thank you so much for sharing them with us, and for taking part in this wonderful blog hop to raise awareness for Turner Syndrome! Hugs...!
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous!!! Love the super elegant dies you have used, and the color combos are beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteYour cards are absolutely stunning! Thank you for sharing them with us!
ReplyDeleteNadine - My Scrap n' Stuff
I learned something new, I did not know Linda Hunt has TS. Fabulous cards, I love them.
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed day.
It is evident that you love your dear friend and this cause. This card is impeccable. I just love the wings!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Bev
Donna! These are gorgeous!! I've loved being a part of this hop! What a great idea to spread the word.. and very cool about Linda! I did not realize that she had TS!
ReplyDeleteWow theses are both gorgeous, I love the pink and green combo, the black glossy is so pretty, and the softness of the butterfly against it. love how you put the flower on the one and kindness on the other!
ReplyDeleteWow your cards are absolutely beautiful - love the butterflies and layout of your cards - another great creation thanks for sharing my friend.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are gorgeous! Thank you for joining our Challenge at The Creative Knockouts! We hope to see you again! Deezy (DT)
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful and thoughtful card, Donna and thank you for all the information about a little-understood condition.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Carol x
DELIGHTFUL cards Donna!
ReplyDeleteApart from being WONDERFUL to look at, I appreciate them all the MORE for knowing the thought and KINDNESS that included in the design!
I hopped along last year and learnt such a lot about Turner Syndrome. There are so many aspects to this genetic disorder that it is almost overwhelming, especially when we remember that less than 2% of babies conceived survive to birth, precious girls that face the challenges each day with their families. It was fascinating to learn that an actress that I admire is living with this genetic disorder. It is amazing how adversity brings out the strength and BEST in people!
THANK YOU for sharing :)
PS - please don't include me in your prize draw, I am enjoying my hopping, learning and being inspired along the way
Gorgeous cards, Donna. Love the black, pink and white colour combo. They're so dainty and feminine, just perfect for this hop to bring awareness to TS. Thanks for the information and inspiration, my friend.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day.
Hugs,
♥ Lena
Lena’s Creations
Beautiful and informative post De, love your card.xx
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous cards!
ReplyDeleteI love the delicate butterflies!
I did not know that Linda Hunt had
TS-Wow!
Oh, Donna, I'm sorry to be so late in commenting, getting back into everything after the wedding. Your butterfly cards are fabulous!!!! The flower center is perfect. So so pretty. Your post about this condition is sobering but you touch on something that I learned in my research concerning loved ones in my family with a hereditary form of bipolar. It's a fricking miracle that everyone isn't chromosomally challenged or chemically imbalanced in some way, and I suspect we are! My heart goes out to those afflicted and made to feel abnormal. The wisdom is none of us are truly normal. XOX
ReplyDeleteAs usual, LOVE your card designs. The choice of black and pink make a striking appearance. Especially like the sentiment of "kindness". That is important for all of us.
ReplyDeleteHi, Donna....
ReplyDeleteYour cards are soooooooo beautiful!! I adore the pink and black together, esp with the beautiful shine you added. Kindness is such an appropriate sentiment!
I didn't know Linda Hunt was born with Turner Syndrome. Although I hopped along last year, I had forgotten that 99% of conceptions with Turner Syndrome do not survive until birth. They really are miracles!!
<3 J
jwoolbright at gmail dot com
HerPeacefulGarden.blogspot.com
Donna, your cards are beautiful; I love the design and the pink/black color combination you chose. Those intricate black die cuts are so eye catching and anything with butterflies tops the list for me! Thank you for shining some light on TS, something I've never heard of before. I hope you're having a wonderful weekend! Off to get caught up on some laundry; you never know how much you miss your machines until you don't have them for a couple weeks! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards -- I love the use of black with the designs . It is absolutely lovely. I'm honored to be hopping along with everyone to raise awareness !!
ReplyDeleteDonna I love your cards and the beautiful butterfly with the great sentiment! Thank you for sharing more on the Turner Syndrome I love seeing the graph of the genes and it really puts it in perspective. Thank you for spreading kindness!
ReplyDeleteAmazing cards, as always. Love the black glossy paper for the beautiful die, never think to use it much. The butterfly is lovely and the word across it looks perfect.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Sue
What stunning cards and absolutely beautiful. I so enjoyed reading the post and learning Donna and well done on raising awareness and spreading kindness. You are one kind, generous and thoughtful lady x
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that about Linda Hunt, she is one of my favorite actors. Thank you for sharing the information about TS. Gorgeous creations Donna, lovely butterflies and designs! Thank you for sharing with us over at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.
ReplyDelete~ Sherry DT/Admin xx
Beautiful cards to highlight a little-known condition. I love the vellum butterflies. Thanks for playing along at Seize The Birthday :)
ReplyDeleteThese are both gorgeous cards Donna! Thank you for sharing with us over here at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.
ReplyDeleteGale DT for http://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com.au/
Thank you for raising awareness and your cards are stunning!
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