As much as we wish we didn’t need them, it’s good to have both Sympathy and Thinking of You cards on hand. A nicely written note (and a nicely made card) can really make a difference in a time of need or sorrow. Join me at my next class where we will be making these cards. Sentiments are interchangeable so you can customize them to suit your needs.
This is a card design that I found on Pinterest and I made just a few construction changes. I decided to fold the front forward (instead of making cuts) to give the card some easy to create interest. I also used a masking technique to make space for my sentiment. This Summer Silhouettes stamp set makes a lovely impression. The “With Sympathy” comes from a past Paper Pumpkin kit. Love Paper Pumpkin!
I also cased this card from Pinterest with minor changes. I am discovering that I like to frame a card with a larger border than the standard 1/8″. This one has a 1/4″ Old Olive border on all sides. I’ve also been wanting to use my Awesomely Artistic stamp set for some time and I think this is the perfect occasion. The dragonfly is embossed in gold which makes her really pop off the page.
The new Botanical Blooms stamp set and Botanical Framelits are a definite go-to product for any occasion. All you need to do is change up the color of flowers to suit your needs. I chose Watermelon Wonder and Crushed Curry to make up this bouquet (with a hint of Real Red for the blossom’s centers) and a background of Very Vanilla. The leaves are cut with Mellow Moss. The patterned strip of Designer Series Paper comes from the baby themed Sweet Li’l Things. I used another Paper Pumpkin stamp for the words.
If you are in the South Shore area, I would love for you to join us at class on either Thursday, March 31 at 10 am or Friday, April 1 at 10 am or 7 pm. All you need to do is RSVP.
