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~from the bottom of my heart...~

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

I've got a list a mile long of things that need to get done today, but I just couldn't get my heart into it until I got a couple cards created.  Unfortunately, I've found myself in need of several sympathy cards.  And, if there's a card I hate to purchase, it's a sympathy card...just can't stand some of that wording.  My high-schooler has a couple great young teachers who've both suffered significant loss recently.  I so appreciate their passion for their jobs, and compassion for their students, that I really want them to know my son appreciates it, too, and that we're thinking of them.  I'm hoping those hand-delivered thoughts might brighten their day...



My own heart has certainly been heavy the last week with news of illness and horrible tragedy within our small community.  I wanted these cards to reflect that, with all my heart...I am praying, and will continue to pray for healing in these situations.  Sometimes it's all we can do, and I hope that these gals will be comforted in knowing that...while life continues to roll along...they remain in our hearts and in our prayers...


Considering the ages of these two young ladies...I wanted the cards to be a little more CAS and trendy, so I kept the colors simple and the lines clean...



I used some beautiful inspiration from the Simon Says Blog Hop, which I thoroughly enjoyed.  They're releasing a new die that's a simple curved edge...I mean really simple...yet it adds such a special and fresh touch to the designers' cards.  I used an old cutting system to get my curves, since I don't have the die...one symmetrical and one asymmetrical, as you can see.  I love the Studio Calico veneer frames I just picked up from JoAnn's of all places...delighted to see them there...better late than never.  I knew all kinds of things would look sweet in them, and for these cards, I used them with that little heart from my Simon Says 'Lot's of Hearts' set again.  I only wish I would have had that gorgeous woodgrain cardstock they carry...my PTI woodgrain impression, here, has a larger look than I would like for these small embellishments...but I'm still happy with the texture it adds to the card.

And now the to-do list awaits...but my heart does feel much better!  In the long run, maybe that will help!
Thanks so much for stopping!

~geri~

23 comments:

  1. You're such a special lady Geri with a kind heart and soul. It really pours out in this post. I will keep these folks in my prayers as well. Your card is perfect, very peaceful and soft.

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  2. These are beautiful cards, and my thoughts are with the young teachers they are for.

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  3. Absolutely beautiful, Geri. And they "say" exactly what you were hoping they would. You are so kind and thoughtful :)

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  4. These cards are beautiful Geri, sympathy cards are so hard to make, but I think you really captured a quite, aching serenity here. So sweet of you.

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  5. Your cards reflect a tender, elegant reflection of your compassion. The use of nature based products brings to mind the full circle of life. Thank you for sharing your inspirations.

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  6. Perfect in every way...simple and heartfelt.

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  7. Oh I'm so sorry to hear that there has been such sadness in your community. Your cards are absolutely beautiful and heartfelt. The woodgrain embossing looks so classy.

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  8. They're gorgeous! I like the a-symmetry of the first one, it's quite effective. It's terrible that you need them, but they will be greatly appreciated, I am sure!

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  9. Your cards are absolutely stunning, and I KNOW will be much appreciated by these poor young women going through a terrible loss right now. Beautiful design with classic lines and gorgeous detailing. Love the woodgrain and love the hearts. The curved edge is just gorgeous. :)

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  10. Geri... I at times have no words to appreciate your work, I mean what adjective to use to describe the beauty of these. Still I am saying this from the bottom of my heart, I am in love with ur creations, their simplicity and their beauty :)

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  11. Stunning work, my friend! Absolutely stunning! :o)

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  12. I'm sorry for all the sadness Geri :-( Seems like this world if full of it lastely. I hope it gets better :-) I really love the simplicity of this card and the curve you added. How come my PTI die dosent emboss as good as yours :-) ??

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  13. Hi Geri, These are beautiful cards. I think you're right, thoughts and prayers acted upon, mean all the difference in the world.

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  14. Beautiful - your cards took my breath away! The elegant simplicity is stunning. Sympathy cards are difficult to make, especially when younger people are affected.

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  15. Beautiful cards Geri, hope they bring a little smile to the recipients :) x

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  16. This jumped out of the SSS gallery, so sad to see the occasion. Beautiful, gentle, thoughtful cards. I think that woodgrain pattern is just gorgeous.

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  17. This jumped out of the SSS gallery, so sad to see the occasion. Beautiful, gentle, thoughtful cards. I think that woodgrain pattern is just gorgeous.

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  18. Geri, these cards are heavenly! The way you focused on the texture, is just beautiful! It inspires me to dig out my impression plates and craft the night away!

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  19. What a beautiful card, Geri! I'm sure it will warm someone's heart. It warmed mine!

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  20. These are so simple, but so utterly stunning in their beauty Geri. You are a design master for sure. I'm in awe. Hugs!

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  21. Geri these are wonderful and so heartfelt! And I am sure will mean so much to the recipients! I know that when my husband was fighting cancer sometimes my heart was often lifted at the end of a long day of treatments by a card sent by a friend to let us know they were thinking and praying for our family! It really is the best medicine in very difficult times as I am sure you know. Hugs my friend! You have such a beautiful spirit! :)

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