Good Sunday Afternoon Everyone….first let me start off by saying I am TOTALLY BLOWN AWAY with the love and support and FORGIVENESS I have received from so many!!! You honestly have NO IDEA what your words mean to me and I THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart!!!!!
My aunt called me this morning and I shared with her what had happened…..and that I had decided to just pull all of my files….she knows how much I enjoy sharing and giving back so she got in her car and came over to give me a what for!!! LOL Gotta love the mom like figures!!! I love her dearly and she knows me SO well!!! So she and I sit and chatted a while and she shared (like SO MANY of you have said) that I should not stop giving and sharing…. and she knows that’s not what I want either…..
So I decided to go through every file with a fine tooth comb and pull ANY files I remember specifically being asked to create from an image sent to me……if I wasn’t able to confirm it definitely was safe I removed the file…..and have now reposted all my files……of all my files I’ve made I only had to remove a handful from hundreds of files…..so hopefully they won’t be missed……
Having done this weeding I decided to repost my DVD’s for sale for those who didn’t want to download one at a time….(Because remember…..my files are free to download from My Windows Live account)……And I took it one step further and decided to work up 2 new DVD’s…The first one is my
And the other one is my:
FLOWER CUT FILES & TUTORIALS COLLECTION
There is NO PRESSURE at all…I’m NOT trying to push these on anyone…I just wanted to let you know they are available if you might be interested…….
And to kick of me continuing to share here are a couple of cut files I had done the past couple of days……if you would like to have them, please find the links below….
PDC Happy Birthday Gift Bag Skirt 12-30-2010
SVG / DXF / WPC / GSD / PDF / EPS / MTC
PDC Heart Trio Border 1-1-2011
SVG / DXF / WPC / GSD / PDF / EPS / MTC
PDC Have a Very Blessed Birthday 12-26-2010
SVG / DXF / WPC / GSD / PDF / EPS / MTC
Then Lastly I thought I would go ahead and share with you some fun I did enjoy creating some flowers for My ETSY Store……aren’t these pretty…..
I just love how these turned out and am looking forward to make more in different colors!!!!!
Ok…….Back I go to trying to create!!!! I hope you all enjoy the remainder of your Sunday!!! I know I feel like the Lord has truly blessed me with some AMAZING online friends!!!!!! THANK YOU so much for your support and love….I pray you all enjoy a very blessed week…..Please come by again…until next time…..
You rock my socks Miss! And your new additions are stunning. I LOVE you hydrangeas so much...I can't even tell you how much! Thanks for all you do. You may not know it, but you really inspire many of us (especially me) to go way beyond ordinary and be extraordinary and to be the best artists we can be!
ReplyDeleteSorry you have had this upsetting experience. We all make blunders in our life don't we, not everyone has the strength to stand up and publicly admit it. It's sad this has happened as a result of your natural kindness. I'm glad you have been helped to come through the other side of this and hope you'll continue to cope with what must still be 'on going'. I don't have a cricut or such like but I love your blog and enjoy seeing all you make. Beautiful flowers by the way. Don't think you'll lose any of your faithful followers who I'm sure consider you as much an inspiration as I do. Hugs lin
ReplyDeleteFirst of all....wooohoo! Sooooo happy!
ReplyDeleteThank you for you aunt for helping you in this very difficult decision. I hope people realise how a generous of a person you really are! Big hugs!
Penny,
ReplyDeleteI just want to say that I am so pleased you decided to share your files again and Thank you to your Aunt. Your files and works of art are truly inspirational.
God Bless
I am so glad to see you get back on your saddle. You art is amazing. Thanks so much.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy that you are sharing your files again, they truly are something special. Please don't let a few people who think they need to become "copyright police" dictate what you do. As most of us do, we see something and create our own design to be something similar. That isn't copyright violation, that is being creative!!!! To violate a copyright, you would have to get the FILE, and COPY that file. Creating your own file from something you see, isn't violating any copyrights.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy that you reconsidered your position! I absolutely and truly inspired by your work. Thank you for sharing your creativeness with us again. I have added your blog badge to my blog...You deserve a spot there, not that my blog is anything to brag about.. but I want you there.
ReplyDeleteDana
Yippee.....................she's baaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for reconsidering, and welcome home again!
Thanks also to you Aunt for helping you through this process
So pleased you decided to continue Penny
ReplyDeleteBest wishes
Doreen
Penny thank you so much!!!! Please give your Aunt a great big hug and kiss from all of us!! I also have added your blinkie to my blog page and I just want to thank you for all your inspiration.
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good for you Penny!
ReplyDeleteyou and your work are awesome!!
Thank God for giving you such a strong, wise woman to help you during this time!! I was sorry I had missed your posting yesterday but glad that my fellow bloggers stepped up to the plate!!
ReplyDeleteHugs!!
Dana xx
What is the saying Penny, *To err is human, to forgive is divine?* Forgive YOURSELF honey. It was an accident and it's your intent that shows who you really are - helping out a friend and being the angel on earth you are. To have it blow up in your face seems so unfair, but part of life. Just take from it the lesson but not the negative. Smiles Jan xx
ReplyDeleteI just downloaded some more of your files and am going to try the rose one out-yikes! Not sure how it will look, but I thank you very much for leaving me a tutorial, because I never would have figured it out on my own. I am glad to see you are still able to upload your wonderful files, I think I can speak for the masses that we appreciate them very much!
ReplyDeletePenny,
ReplyDeleteI can't even begin to explain what you do. Not only by sharing your files but for being who you are and the way you are. Don't let any one change that or make you change that. I pray you keep the strength to continue fighting all these demons so to speak. You effect much more than just our craft projects maybe you just don't realize it. Stay strong and do what you do...touching our lives, opening our hearts and soul.
Great to hear you have the loving support of your Aunt and so many people on the internet. It would be such a shame to have your creativity spoiled by a few.
ReplyDeleteI don't visit often due to very slow internet but I love visiting when I can. I find software programs easy to use but I sure need help in putting cards etc together and your site is so full of wonderful ideas. Thank you for sharing your talent.
Such wonderful news Penny!!! I am thrilled that you are making your cut files available again, you are one of the most talented woman I know. Give your Aunt a big hug from me :)
ReplyDeleteWHEW!!! I was worried there for a minute. You are my inspiration!! What would I do without your creativity in sharing? I did the same thing that some of the other bloggers did and put your blinkie on my blog so that everytime I see it I will be reminded of your inspiration. Thanks and God Bless you!!!
ReplyDeleteGlad your Aunt came and gave you a what for!! LOL I don't think you would have been happy not sharing, it seems to be in your nature...glad your feeling better about all of this & thank you for being you!!!
ReplyDeleteStaci
Yeah, I'm joining everyone else by saying that your aunt ROCKS! We all need someone like her every now and then. Thanks again for putting your files back on, Penny. I pray that the Lord brings you through this even stronger than before!
ReplyDeleteFondly, Tami
Dear Penny's Aunt:
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU FOR TALKING WITH PENNY!!!!! BIG HUGS TO YOU!
Oh yeah and hugs to you too Penny!
Thank you for reconsidering...and thank you for your wonderful, smart Aunt.
ReplyDeleteYayyy!!!!! Good for Auntie!!! Give her a big thank you hug from me, Penny. If she hadn't been there, I would almost have been prepared to swim the Atlantic and come and give you wot for myself!!! The thought of you not sharing... I panicked for a mo, and I've just downloaded a whole lot in case they disappeared again lol!
ReplyDeleteYou shouldn't be surprised at how your friends all rallied round. We love you and are not prepared to stand by and let people trample all over you like that.
You just keep on doing what you do so well, and please don't let this awful experience undermine your confidence. You have NOTHING to be ashamed of. It is the accusers that should be ashamed. If they are reading the comments on your blog, they should realise that, from the dozens of people who have risen up in utter outrage, and leapt to your defence.
Hugs, and more hugs Penny,
Shoshi xoxox
Penny,
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you reconsidered and I'm sorry about this sad episode. I have been through it too. The horrid feeling will fade in time. Just keep doing what you love and know that you are much appreciated!!
Thank you so much for reposting your files. I was upset you pulled them since I don't always download them when you post them, but I understood why. So thanks again. I just downloaded the birthday bag skirt and plan to use it this weekend.
ReplyDeleteYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!!!!!!!!!! Your Auntie is the bomb diggity! :) Love Love Love the bday skirt. I used your idea, not as elaborate as yours though for Christmas (Just cut a decorative Christmas paper and put a ribbon or bow on it. It was for the boys and fancy is just wasted on them, hehe). But I will definitely use this one. Great Nephew 1st bday coming up and this will be nice and easy for me. ;) LOL!
ReplyDeleteGlad you are staying around. You are the "BEST!"
~Terri
Penny, You go girl! I'm so glad you decided to continue to share. The world would be a much sadder place with you!
ReplyDeletePenny,
ReplyDeleteI'm so pleased that you listened to your aunt and your heart. You are an ARTisit and a very sweet person... as I said before I'll stick by you as well as many others..
love to all
Gail
Penny - sorry to hear that you have to go thru all this! That copyright stuff can be a tricky one at times; as many times we get inspired by others work. I must say that you have handled it all so well!
ReplyDeleteThe bag topper was a hit Penny! I'm so glad you reconsidered are sharing your files again - I blogged about it today. :)
ReplyDeletePenny, you have been so generous with your talent and creativity, I am inspired when I visit your blog and amazed at your designs. Thanks so much for continuing to share and for your commitment to integrity. Any one who knows you or has visited your blog can not fail to see how talented you are, that you have no need to plagiarize any design. Thanks so much for sharing your talent with all.
ReplyDeletePenny- I haven't been following you all that long and when I saw your post from Sat. I was surprised! How could anyone accuse YOU of stealing?? I'm so glad you've decided to continue sharing your files. I've been inspired by not only your artistic talent, but also by your generous spirit. And to see the way you've handled this situation only makes me admire and respect you even more. You have a permanent follower here!
ReplyDeleteJust in case you didn't get my last post...I missed that one this morning/today...maybe because I got up at 4 AM to go with Randy while he hunts ( I did the scouting of nothing!)...I am heading off to bed now!
ReplyDeleteHugz, Debbie/Deebi27
Penny, I just recently found a treasure in you, I believe in my heart you would never claim something of someone else's as your own on purpose. It sounds as though someone else was not honest with you! As I said ... I just found this treasure of a lady and I will gladly stand up for you! You have done what you needed to do (Thanks for to Auntie for kicking you in the behind!!) and put a BIG smile on the face and now onward and upward!
Hugz, Debbie/Deebi27
PS...Your files super duper and flowers are FABULOUS...I want to make that conversion to MTC!!! Smile darling!
ReplyDeleteHUGZ, Debbie
Penny....I love the flowers you have designed here. There are so realistic.
ReplyDeleteBrigitte
Penny
ReplyDeleteSooo glad you decided to continue. "Auntie" you need a big hug for helping with this difficult decision.
Hugs,
Myrna
Penny I am so glad you decided to continue. We all make mitakes somewhere along the line. Thanks to your aunt. Will keep following you.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing.
Way to go Auntie! Thanks Penny for continuing your wonderful blog and sharing your talents!
ReplyDeleteI am soooooo pleased that you have reconsidered your position. To stop completely would have been a great shame. Well done for bouncing back....hugs
ReplyDeleteDiane
I am so glad that you have put your files back up for all to enjoy! Thank you for the new goodies and your flowers are gorgeous!
ReplyDeletePenny I am so glad you had time to reflect and realized that you don't have to stop doing what you love because of one innocent mistake. You are very talented and kind. I enjoy your blog very much and your projects WOULD have been missed.
ReplyDeleteYou're baaaack.....Yahoo!!! I'm so glad you changed your mind Penny. It would be a travesty to hide your talent under a bushel for any reason. Hope you have a very blessed day. (((hugs)))
ReplyDeletePleased your Aunt gave you a good talking to lol.
ReplyDeleteYour flowers are just stunning, carry on amazing me lol
Tilly x
Penny, God bless your Aunt! I am so glad you have someone that can talk you through all this madness! I am so glad you are going to continue to create and share...I know that these have been very hard times for you...and this too shall pass my friend! Your flowers are all stunning...and I am looking forward to seeing your new creations as well as your tutorials. Bless you dear friend.
ReplyDeleteHUGS!
Vicki
I am not a joiner, and have never become an official follower of any blog even though I regularly visit many. Today, I am going to become a follower of your blog because I so appreciate your owning up to your mistakes and, having done what you can to make reparations, are continuing on as you have always done. You have a beautiful gift. You gift others with your sharing so much of yourself, including your files. Than you, Penny.
ReplyDeleteBTW, your hedrangeas are soooooo gorgeous!!
I was out of town and was catching up on my email when I came across your post about taking down the free files. I started hyperventilating, wishing I had downloaded all of them when I had the chance (was waiting until I got SCAL or MTC this year). Then I saw the post that you reconsidered, and I was able to breathe a sigh of relief!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you changed your mind!! With so many people branching out into making cutting files, it's hard to keep up with it all. As a follower of your blog, I know you are a strong, faithful, Christian woman. So I know (as do your followers) that you would never do anything intentionally to hurt anyone or to set out to steal someone's work.
We all appreciate your hard work and love that you share your files without expecting anything in return. I hope you know that if you ever needed anything you could call on us to stand by you. Much love to you Penny and thank you so much for making the decision to continue to share your ideas and files!
just catching up on your Blog and....well the world would've been a sadder place if you had let this setback rule your decisions. Your files are wonderful and having been the recipient of your skills (you made me a scalloped file), I would've really missed the opportunity to benefit from your creativity and download those files I was interested in. I absolutely love your flowers , I thought they were real :) Keep up your wonderful work and know that you are loved and appreciated!
ReplyDeleteKudos to your Aunt as well!! Thanks Auntie :)
cheers, caz
I'm so happy you will continue doing what you love to do. I think you have made a very wise decision. I wouldn't have stopped coming here either way, but I know you get joy from creating and sharing. I know I love to share what I create on my blog, although I don't share anything like you do, I just love showing people my creations and ideas.
ReplyDeleteoh my dear penny! i just read about your troubles and i am soooooooooo very sorry. you have a wonderful talent and a spectacular heart - which all your followers are aware of. i'm NOT going anywhere!
ReplyDeletei wish you a truly blessed new year, filled with happy miracles!
hugs :)
Oh Penny! You are a blessing and so is your Aunt. I am sending her a cyber hug right now! You have a way of drawing us all in and I know that that is the Lord shining through you. I am so glad that you have not allowed Satan the opportunity to devour you. It would have been a shame. God bless you - you keep sharing Him in all you do!
ReplyDeleteI am not familiar with all that has been going on, one thing I do know, Jesus has given you a wonderful gift. To not share it with others, that would be a sin. You are so giving of yourself, your gift, it is from the Lord. Truly. That you enjoy what you do, that is the blessing we all share with you. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteGrama 4 Jesus
I may be a bit late to the party in saying thank you but here it is THANK YOU! I am a pastor who also scrapbooks and without talented people like you to inspire me I would not be very creative. It takes a big person to admit they are wrong and an even bigger person to do so in public. I appreciate not only your honesty but also your willingness to adhere so tightly to your Christian values. The cornerstone of our Savior's grace is forgiveness so it is my prayer that that not only will others forgive you but you will also forgive yourself for what is obviously and honest mistake.
ReplyDeleteOh wow Penny I missed a lot in the last few days! You must have been so hurt. You are the most talented person and you have no idea how much I appreciate all that you do. Thank you so much. I'm so happy to hear you will still be making files. I always get excited to see your new creations.
ReplyDeleteI also have been out of the loop for a while, but I am glad that you have decided to still share your talents. Your enthusiasm for your sharing of your files is very obvious in all the comments you make on your blog. Everyone of us, I am sure, has made a mistake that we were unaware of, but have learned a lesson from it. Thank you for all your work.
ReplyDeleteMarg
Penny,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you feel you will still share your wonderful creations! You are a wonderful person who did nothing short of making a mistake. I am so sorry for all your recent troubles. You are a great person and you should be proud of all you do your for followers. Thank you we would never think to leave you.. you are a friend and inspiration. Thank you for all you do for us!
Thank you so much for sharing,I love your files and that your willing to share with us. We are human and not one of us is prefect so we are all in need of forgiveness at some point,and pray we get it.
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