Nov 17
Some cards are harder to make than other. I’ve always had mixed feelings about sympathy cards because I felt those of the hardest words to share with the other person, don’t necessarily need dressing up. The tragedy that made this particular card happen affects me personally and the recipient is very dear to my heart. I felt the need to create for her, and include a message inside that would be well composed, saying everything I want to say without struggling to find the correct words in a face-to-face conversation. I created it having a very dear person in mind who is here no more, and it was beautifully cathartic.
I had a solid idea in my mind and some of the old stamps I have helped me execute it. One of them is from a company that shut its doors a year ago, There She Goes. I used to design for them. The set is called Angel Mail and the sentiment I used comes with it. I kept quite a few of their sets and this one is especially dear to me as the sentiments are truly unique and meaningful. I really wanted one that would be more personal than just a dry ‘with sympathy’.
The other stamps used here are Birch Branch Print from Memory Box (foliage) and Antique Engravings from Hero Arts. Only the latter can be found in the SSS store (here), and it’s one of my all-time favourites.
I created the scene by masking off a circle and creating a sun with Distress Inks first. I sprinkled on some water for a textured look. Then I stamped the branch and the bird and coloured the latter with Copics. Finally I stamped the sentiment. I used a light grey ink so that this rather large stamp doesn’t overwhelm the composition.
Beautiful and perfectly crafted card with heart.
Absolutely stunning!
Just beautiful!
Such a beautiful card! Stunning creation!
Your true emotions are apparent in the colors and droplets.
So sorry for you loss.
A heart-felt message to the bereaved is always hard to come by, but you’ve done it with this truly lovely card.
Stunning, Chupa, and what a fabulous sentiment. Sure to touch your friend’s heart. Glad you are there for her!
Such a beautiful card for such a sad occasion. I’m sure the recipient will appreciate the thought and love you put into creating this and I’m hoping it will bring her some comfort, knowing that she is in your thoughts.
Beautiful and so very touching. This card speaks volumes.
This card truly speaks from the heart! Beautiful composition, touching words and thoughtful composition. So sorry for your loss. Ann
This is simply, beautiful! Touching, indeed. Love!
Serene and beautifully stamped. I’m sorry that a personal tradgedy has been the catalyst for it’s creation, but so glad you have found some solace in the process. Take care 🙂
Very peaceful and wonderful.
This is beautiful, Iwona. The sentiment is perfect. I’m sure it was appreciated.
This is beautiful!
Just perfect.
Happy sigh! Sooo beautiful!