It's stencil week at Just Us Girls! When trying to decide which stencil to use this time, I came across a small one from ARTplorations that hasn't seen much use.
Sadly, we were in need of a sympathy card. We lost a brother-in-law unexpectedly last week. I made this card for our nephew and his wife. A simple vase of violets (IO) was stamped then colored with a water pen. I did a bit of selective soft stenciling around them. The panel was cut with a Pinkfresh border then matted with coordinating blue cardstock. I love what the stenciling adds to this simple design!
2025 has proved to be a difficult year for us thus far. My dad had quite the ordeal with his heart valve replacement. After 2 months, he's finally home. My big brother lost his wife yesterday after an illness.We are all heartbroken. We also have a young family member (9 years old) in the hospital recovering from heart surgery followed by complications. I pray as we move into spring, things will improve.
Have a blessed day friends and hold on to those you love just a bit tighter today.
14 comments:
My heart goes out to you on all the losses and surgeries your family has had to deal with this year Lisa and it's not even April yet! Sending LOTS of hugs and many prayers your way for healing! And your card is absolutely beautiful...love the simplicity of it and the lovely stenciling in the background! :0)
Such a lovely card. I’m sorry you had to use it. 😞
A beautiful way to send condolences, Lisa. I'm sure your nephew and wife will appreciate it.
So much to deal with but I know your faith will carry you through. Big hugs and prayers to continue!
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You've had more than your share of worry and loss. I've been wondering how your dad was doing and I'm glad to hear he was able to go home. I know your beautiful card will be appreciated and hopefully it was therapeutic for you to put your love into creating it. To me, this is the perfect sympathy card. The soft stenciling took it to the next level!
Marisela Delgado said: Hi, Lisa! I'm so sorry for everything that is going on. I know that your faith will see you through. You're in my prayers, my friend. 💜 Mari
My heart hurts for all of you, having gone through all that you're experiencing. So much to process and heal from. Thank goodness our craft is also therapeutic. Your card turned out lovely. It is soft and ever so thoughtful. Sending you all heartfelt prayers and hugs.
I'm so sorry for all the worries, Lisa. It seems like they come in bunches. This is a lovely card to send to your nephew and his wife. The stenciling does add to that sweet vase of violets and so does the framing with the blue peeking through.
So sorry for all the loss and health complications your family is facing, Lisa. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your extended family. Your card is so soft and lovely. Exactly what a sympathy card should be and will provide a bit of comfort to your nephew and his family.
So sorry for your family's troubles and loss, Lisa! Your beautiful sympathy card will bring comfort to your brother, I'm sure. Hugs to you!
Oh, Lisa, so much heartache and worry and I'm very sorry about that. Your sympathy card is sweet and soothing. A beautiful IO stamp, and the stenciling is just enough in the background. I hope your dad and the young family member will be okay. My heart goes out to you all.
I'm heartbroken for you and your family, Lisa. That is a lot to bear but there are prayers heading their way from many different people. Your sympathy card is lovely and will be appreciated.
Your card is beautiful, my heart goes out to you. But I do know that Spring is filled with rebirth, I pray that you will soon have comfort and peace. My prayers and thoughts will be with all of your family!
Beautiful sympathy card, I love your soft stenciled background and your pretty jar of flowers ♥
So much loss and heartache... Lisa, if there is anything I can help you with, please just ask. I am so sorry for you and your family... and my prayers and thoughts are definitely with you. Gorgeous card in the midst of it all. Amazing.
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