Hello, Crafty Makers!
My Sister-in-law lost her husband of 55 years on February 9th. This has been a difficult time for my husband and me, too. She is his favorite sister and one of the people I love most in the world. We bought houses close to each other, and our kids grew up together. Her daughter became a physician, and our son became a physician's assistant. I have never seen her so broken.
If you follow my blog, you have seen her mentioned numerous times. She is my best customer and is always my best marketing person. She tells everyone to come to me for special occasion cards. I knew I had to create a card for her.
THE CIRCLE OF LIFE
I knew I wanted to create a shaped card. I also knew I wanted to keep the footprint small. I knew there were no words to express how my heart hurt for her and this loss. Nothing I could say would penetrate the darkness of the lonely nights ahead. So, I chose those words as my sentiment. I chose the butterfly to represent growth and change through each stage of life, and the circle to symbolize the circle of life that eventually closes for all of us!
I used my "tree" wood embossing folder to create texture on the bottom of the card. The butterfly die is from my Memory Box Die collection. The MB dies are timeless.
This card style is super easy and very versatile! I will use it many times in the future!
Thanks for stopping by!
Hugz,
Chana
So sorry for your loss and sending my condolences. I love the well thought out card you made and all the reasons for your choice. Love all the beautiful dies and the sentiment is just perfect.
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Thanks, Carol!
DeleteMy heart goes out to your SiL Chana, I know exactly how all of you feel. As your sentiment says, There are no words. It's so difficult to express the sorrow I feel for you all, especially your SiL. x
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DeleteI love this simple and so very beautiful card. Big hugs to you all. x
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DeleteThe way you shaped this card around the idea that there truly are no words feels incredibly tender. The symbolism you chose comes through so clearly, especially the butterfly and the circle working together to hold both fragility and continuity. The wood‑textured base adds such grounding warmth, and the layered circles frame the sentiment with a quiet elegance that fits this moment. The kraft and white palette keeps everything soft and honest, letting the meaning lead. This is a beautiful, heartfelt tribute, and it shows how deeply you care for her.
ReplyDeleteI appreciate your visit to my blog and the kind words you shared. I hope you will stop by again soon.
Thanks, so much, Lisa! I appreciate your insightful and touching comment! Hugz!
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