I made a Sympathy card for a blogging friend who has just lost her husband. They often took their dogs to the beach so I chose to make a seashore themed card:
I used:
- 4.75" x 4.75" square white card blank, side opening
- a snippet of white card - from my snippets basket, die cut to 4.5" x 4.5" for the top layer, using a square stitched die by Heffy Doodle
- then used an unbranded 'Seagulls' die (NBUS) to cut an aperture into the top layer. It was slightly tricky as it's a solid die but I solved that by running a strip of low-tack tape right across the die where it splits into parallel cutout lines to make sure it sat level on the card
- then added a piece of patterned paper to the back of the aperture, slightly trimmed from full size, so it's not a snippet, using a glue pen. It's from a lovely paper pack called 'Sea Wave' from Amazon. Just ask if you would like the link folks!
- next came the silver sentiment, which came from my little stock of ready-foiled sentiments. I made a few using the laminator, WOW Fab foil and sentiments from Julie Hickeys 'Assorted Sentiments #2 Die Cut Foilables' set (116 in the set!)
- added the whole completed scenic panel to the card base using narrow strips of self-adhesive foam - finis!
I'd like to enter this card into the following challenges:
- Allsorts Challenge #829 HERE - the current challenge is 'Animals'
- Darnell's NBUS Challenge #77 HERE - the seagulls die was having a first outing
Dudley Pupdate: I did my usual 'ten rounds in the ring' with Dudley the other afternoon - also known as a grooming session. Trimmed around his eyes - his blonde eyelashes are so pretty - gave him a really good brush and comb from nose to tail and his coat looks so fluffy and white, especially lovely right now. Quick spritz of doggie freshner and he was good to go!
Remember, the results from Sarn's Challenge #511 are now published in the Snippets Playground HERE.
Do come and play with us in the Playground - refreshments will depend on the weather over here in England. They do say the temperatures will soar this coming week - out with the paddling pool again! Summer isn't done with roasting us yet it seems!
Love as always, Dudley and yours truly,
The seaside themed die and background paper have combined to make a very serene card - perfect for the sad occasion. Xxx
ReplyDeleteAlways difficult ones to make Di but this is lovely with real feel of calm, many thanks for joining us at Allsorts current challenge.
ReplyDeleteB x
What a lovely card Di, under sad circumstances.
ReplyDeleteI’m bringing ice creams for everyone at the playground 😘🍦xxx
A really lovely choice of die for a sympathy card and a handy tip to ensure it cuts straight, always difficult when the die is 'solid'. Thanks for joining in with our animals theme at Allsorts. Fingers crossed that temperatures don't soar too high again.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful sympathy card Di, Cathy x
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card Di for a sad occasion xx
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful card for a sad occasion. Well done Di!!
ReplyDeleteLia xx
A lovely card for such a sad occasion - I'm sure your friend will appreciate it.
ReplyDeleteKath x
Very tranquil card, beautifully put together xx
ReplyDeleteI think this is a beautiful die and looks great with the sea themed paper to back it Di, and has a calm reflective feel, just perfect for someone going through this difficult time. x
ReplyDeleteStunning card and die, it's a peaceful scene which will be nice for your friend. So glad you joined us at Allsorts challenge!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Di, what a beautiful die you've used. I've seen this die used on several blogs lately..... sitting on my hands to stop me going off and ordering one.
ReplyDeleteLiz xx
Hi Di
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card for your friend .. .. I am sure it will be appreciated very much.
Love the soft colours very much!
Love and hugs
Jules xoxo
That is a beautiful seagull die and your background is perfect, Di! Your card will bring her comfort and happy memories. Thank you for inspiring everyone to use their NBUS! Hugs, Darnell
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