Not the easiest card to make.
Especially considering this card is for a little boys family. He was the same age as my youngest son which made it feel even closer to home. I put a lot into this card and it took all afternoon to make. I really wanted the card to have a soft elegant feel, almost calming.
I created 2 cards and layered them together.
I punched 2 tags and stamped with
SMS Mini Messages. Then added a little "X"
with my tiny attacher.
This little blue butterfly is so pretty.
The card opened up fully.
Here, I added another butterfly and embossed a paper one. I also cut out his name and added it above the ribbon. Out of respect for the family I took the photo before adding his name. I can assure you it's a beautiful touch.
I wanted the card to be soft if you know what I mean.
Again, I embossed the butterfly and the paper.
Sympathy cards are never easy. And they are even harder when it's for a child. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Nicole, that is absolutely beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful card for a very sad loss. I am deeply sorry to learn of the passing of your friend's son. He is at rest and peace; I hope his family can take comfort in knowing he is touched by the love of the Lord in Heaven.
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Ellen ♥ CardMonkey
Nicole, this is a beautiful card for a very heart breaking loss. Hugs to you and my thought and prayers go to this boys family and friends. I wish them peace.
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ReplyDeleteOh what a wonderful card for such a sad time.. They are always the hardest to do.. I cry buckets when I have to make one.. Well done.. Take Care
ReplyDeleteNicole, what a beautiful card! I'm sure that your friend will cherish it, knowing how much love went into making it.
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Such a beautiful card but for such a sad occasion. His family will get great comfort from it. It is easy to see you put your whole self into it.
ReplyDeleteWell done.
Myrna
Absolutely gorgeous (and yes soft) card for a very hard reason. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family as well as yours, Nicole.
ReplyDeleteYou can see that this is a heartfelt card...capturing a youthful beauty of a life short lived. They are the hardest to make and you can feel the love, sympathy and honouring within this beautiful tribute to the loss of a child. Beautifully done! xx
ReplyDeleteMy sympathy goes out to the family. It is one of the hardest things to do is lose a child. Your card is beautiful. I am sending my prayers out to the family.
ReplyDeleteYou are right it is a very sad occasion. Your card is a beautiful one as always and I must also say how caring it is that you did not publish the name of the little boy!
ReplyDeleteTo the family: I cannot even begin to imagine the pain and sadness you are going through! Please know that I send my deepest sympathies and prayers to you.
You are right a card like that is never easy to make! Beautiful job though!
ReplyDeletePlease tell the family that they have my deepest sympathies at this difficult time. I will keep them in my prayers
Beautiful card Nicole.
ReplyDeleteI can not even imagine the pain they are in right now.
All my best to them.
I am sure your beautiful, personal card will give them some comfort.
This is just heart breaking.
Absolutely Lovely!!!My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family....
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What a perfect card and I know that the family will find some comfort in it. It is such a tragedy when a family loses a child, my heart aches for them
ReplyDeleteNicely done, you achieved the soft look you wanted. The loss of a child is so sad for everyone, I'm sure this beautiful card will be treasured.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful.
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Stunning card..yes it's so hard to make these type of cards...you did a fabulous job. I love the colours and your embossing folder you used is fab..tfs
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job, love the look. Love the gemmed butterfly. Prayers for the family. ((HUGS))
ReplyDeleteArtist, reno chick, baker, suzy home maker, interior designer .... You always wow me with everything you do. Keep it up. Love your latest cards.
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