Hello Friday!
What a week it has been.
I created this card on Wednesday, but had trouble posting it.
Simple. Serene. Mood invoking.
Wednesday was the funeral for my brother.
I planned his memorial. I spoke at his service. I needed the courage to speak. So I created a card for myself, yes, me.
And, it helped give me the strength to get through the day.
Ironically, I had already made the card before I had found the sketch from Freshly Made Sketches that was the same as my design! How interesting was that??
I just saw this sentiment and it was soo fitting! That was my starting point for my card. Shades of 70’s style brown reminded me of him as well. I added the Vellum die cut leaves from the Forever Fern Dies as they added just the right amount of softness.
Now I look at this card and really see the beauty in the phrase.
- Stamp Set – Ridiculously Awesome
- Dies / Embossing – Forever Fern Dies
- Card Stock – Cinnamon Cider, Vellum
- Ink – Misty Moonlight
- DSP – In Good Taste
This is really beautiful! Love the softness of the vellum. So glad you joined us this week at FMS!
Thank you Jen! Another great sketch!
So sorry about your brother…..
Thank you. Much appreciated.
So sorry about your brother….your card is perfection….CAS, lovely, thoughtful. Prayers to you & your family.
I appreciate your kind words LeAnne, thank you.
I am so very sorry about the death of your brother. It is so difficult to lose a sibling and my thoughts are definitely with you. I love the card you made to encourage yourself! It is beautiful and the sentiment is one of my favorites. I love the idea of a card for yourself…what a marvelous idea,!! Peace be with you soon and may your brother rest in peace.
Katie, your kinds words are so nice to read. Thank you!
I’n so sorry for your loss. This card is so lovely with the rustic background and soft vellum leaves. Thanks for playing along with us at FMS this week!
Thank you Jacquie. FMS are so versatile I must say. Thanks for stopping by!
This is such a pretty card! I love the vellum. I’m so sorry to hear about your brother. It sounds like you honored him beautifully. Thanks for joining us at Freshly Made Sketches this week!
You are too kind Amy, thank you!
What a lovely card! That woodgrain background and vellum leaves looks so pretty together. I love that sentiment as well! So sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Thanks for joining us this week at Freshly Made Sketches!
Thank you kindly Jen!