Just us Girls this week has the challenge to make a Sympathy card... these are no-one's favourites because of the reason behind them, but I have just made this as the mother of one of my husband's childhood friends has just died. In fact for someone of this age, the occasion is probably more one of celebrating a long life, but there is sadness also.
The background was made with Amethyst and Old Silver Inka Gold paste placed onto a craft mat, spritzed with water and a print taken from it using absorbent card. It can be buffed to a beautiful sheen when dry. The die cuts are Memory Box and the sentiment is from a Crafter's Companion die.
These pastes give such a beautiful effect Chrissie, beautiful card for the sad occasion, Cathy x
ReplyDeleteFABULOUS make for such a sad occasion, I'm sure the recipient appreciated your time and efforts on this card
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Simply beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!! Looks like you are having a lot of fun with inka gold. xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely way to think about it...A celebration of life x The card is gorgeous and loving that background. Hadn't thought to use the inka's in that way so thank you for the inspiration x
ReplyDeleteBeautiful sympathy card. I like the way you said celebrating a long life; works perfectly. Thanks for joining in at JUGS!
ReplyDeleteWow, this is spectacular and I am sure that it will lift the spirits of your friend. So sorry for your loss and I agree with the others- it is a celebration of life but sorrowful for the loss and presence of the loved one... Thanks for sharing with us at Just Us Girls- hugs!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Chrissie! This really stood out to me!
ReplyDeleteThis is stunning! That background is gorgeous and the colors you used are so soothing and comforting. What a perfect way to look at this as a celebration of life. Thanks for playing with us at JUGS!
ReplyDeleteThis card is stunning! Love that inky panel, and the white die cuts are perfect! Thanks for joining us at Just Us Girls!
ReplyDeleteLove the inky lavendar background. It creates such interest with the white die cuts on top! Beautiful butterfly fluttering into the picture!
ReplyDeleteSure to be a comfort to him in the loss of his mother.
Thanks for joining us this week at Just Us Girls!
Fab card for such a sad occasion Chrissie, have had to make 5 lately and all in two weeks! hope that's my last for a while now ;( Viv xx
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