I’ll start with saying that today’s card is one that no one should ever have to receive (or make). It is for a family at my children’s school who are suffering the loss of their 9 day old baby girl. Certainly no words can ever come close so I thought that making a beautiful card might be meaningful. Again, not sure this comes close but I hope it will at least let them know that we are thinking of them and praying for them.
I had no idea how to approach this card and had been wanting to use the colors from this Stampin’ Celebration Challenge all month. I am too late to link but I thank them for the inspiration. Make sure you go see the winner’s card. Heidi’s creation is beautiful. I chose the hydrangea from the retired Because I Care since it is one of my favorite stamps. I hope the tone of this isn’t too “sunny” but it seems more subdued in person than in the picture. I layered some retired Basic Gray Taffeta Ribbon on top of the Victoria Crochet Lace and I think it gives a pretty effect. The sentiment is from my old go-to Teeny Tiny Wishes.
Thanks for stopping in today. I’ll be back tomorrow with the latest Freshly Made Sketches challenge.
Stamps: Because I Care (hostess, retired), Teeny Tiny Wishes; Paper: Twitterpated DSP, Polka Dot Parade DSP, Very Vanilla, Basic Gray; Ink: Daffodil Delight, Basic Gray; Accessories: Victoria Crochet Lace, Basic Gray Taffeta (ret), Neutrals Buttons, Dimensionals
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Beautiful card Jen. It will mean a lot to that family and they will treasure it! I love the colors!
Really lovely and soothing. I’m sure this poor family will appreciate your caring thoughts. How very tragic for them.
How heartbreaking. 🙁 You made a lovely creation that is sure to touch their hearts during this difficult time.
Oh Jen, I am sure your beautiful hand stamped card will mean a lot to them even though they must be suffering. I shake my head and wonder how can these things happen to someone so innocent. So sad. Thank you for sharing. Hugs, Bev
A beautiful card for a truly tragic event. I’ll be sure to give my kids an extra hug tonight.
Such a beautiful card and so wonderful for such a sad occassion! Love the colour combo!