When I put this sketch together, I knew exactly what I was going to do. It was supposed to be a birthday card with one of the crazy cats by Tim Holtz sitting on a piece of balloon-patterned paper looking at the birthday sentiment. I could see it perfectly in my mind's eye. After trying multiple cats from the stamp set and multiple papers and multiple sentiments, I gave up trying to convert my mental image to paper.
But I think the failure was meant to be. In the midst of my attempts, one of my co-workers lost her mother and I needed a sympathy card. This card came together in minutes and I think it's just right.
Beautiful sympathy card, Kim. I have bits and bobs of this pad of paper left, and it has been one of my favorites. Those yellows and blues, combined with a little black are perfect here. I'm sure your co-worker will appreciate this lovely and comforting card very much. It's beautiful. Bev
ReplyDeleteGlad I am not the only one who comes up with an idea and then just can't seem to make it work right! But this is beautiful! Love the diecut against the yellow! Love your sketch this week!
ReplyDeleteoh I love how you used the die and designer paper Kim. Beautiful .
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card, love the silhouette against that pretty dp, Cathy x
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful sympathy card and perfect for the theme as it's not too over-stated, nor is it dreary. I just love your sketch - so many ideas floating round my head for it!
ReplyDeleteI think it's just right too Kim, very pretty!
ReplyDeleteThat paper is so pretty! And I love this die paired with it. A beautiful sympathy card, Kim! Fun sketch!
ReplyDeleteI would have thoug that this was exactly what you had in mind. And I'm with Linda....glad it isn't only me that does that. This is really lovely. Sorry you needed it but I'm sure it will be very appreciated.
ReplyDeleteThe flower background in the large rectangle really makes the silhouette flowers stand out! Superb!
ReplyDeleteAs sad as it is to need sympathy cards, this card is absolutely gorgeous! I love those silhouette flowers. That patterned paper is gorgeous too! What a great combination! Love it!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful sympathy card. I often think of yellows and grays for that sort of card and I love how you've created a beautiful silhouette against the pretty patterned paper.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to seeing the card with the cat some day. Now that he's in your head he might come out when he's good and ready!
This is a perfect sympathy card! So elegant and delicate! Love those grey silhouettes against the pretty DSP.
ReplyDeleteOh so beautiful! I love the elegant silhouette you've used - just gorgeous Kim!
ReplyDeleteI tend to shy away from yellows, but you've used it beautifully here.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! I think I need to add that silhouette die to my next TE order.
ReplyDeleteIsn't that so strange how that works? You really did turn lemons into lemonade in your craft room! Your final card is completely amazing. It's so gorgeous and serene with that pretty DSP and flower silhouette. Beautiful design and fantastic sketch!
ReplyDeleteHi Kim, your sympathy card is absolutely gorgeous! I was inspired to CASE your card to make a pet themed memorial thank you card for Sending Paw Prints.
ReplyDeleteSending Paw Prints supports our furry friends by collecting blank pet themed thank you handmade cards and donating them to animal shelters and rescue groups for them to write heartfelt thank you messages to donors, foster parents and volunteers.
Occasionally animal shelters and rescue groups receive donations made “in memory of” or “in honor of” a pet, loved one, family member or friend. For this occasion they like to send a blank pet themed memorial handmade card with a thank you sentiment or no sentiment.
http://sendingpawprints.blogspot.com/
Thank you for the inspiration!
Hugs, Karen