I had need of a birthday card as my son would have been 22 years old on Tuesday of this week. I couldn't let the day go by without making him a card - no matter how weird that sounds - so this is the card I came up with.
I used SugarPea Designs You're My Type die set and the sentiment from Yay for You by MFT. It's really hard finding a birthday sentiment that doesn't mention "Happy" or "Celebrate" so this is a simple statement of fact. The colors chosen are from Hero Arts - Paradise and Adriatic along with a bit of Cherry Crisp from MFT.
Thanks for visiting. I'm hoping to spend some time over the next couple of weeks stamping for the fun of it and joining in a few challenges but it will depend how I feel. Frustratingly, when I'm not stamping, I want to be stamping, but when I can be stamping, I have zero motivation! I wish you all a peaceful season and to those of you missing someone, I can now truly understand how that feels and I wish I could give you all a hug.
Products used:
Stamps: Yay for You (MFT)
Ink: Versamark
Cardstock: White, Black, Cherry Crisp (MFT), Paradise, Adriatic (Hero Arts), Itsy Bitsy Polka Dots (MFT)
Dies: You're My Type (SugarPea Designs), Stitched Rectangle Stax (MFT)
Accessories: Spectrum Noir Clear Sparkle Pen, White EP, Nuvo Crystal Glaze
The card is a lovely tribute to your son. He may not be here to celebrate, but you can celebrate the life he had and cherish the memories. God bless. I hope your Christmas is gentle.
ReplyDeleteI love this! My sister's birthday is the 22nd....so it makes me smile even more!
ReplyDeleteI also wanted to say I was thinking of you this season, missing your son.♥
ReplyDeleteLove the card, may you have cherished memories stored in your heart and in your head.
ReplyDeleteNot weird at all, Karren! I think this was such a lovely idea and I love that you chose fun, bright colors...especially all those fabulous red hearts! Thinking of you and sending great big HUGS! Barb xx
ReplyDeleteOh Karren! This card is just amazing! I love that typewriter! All those sweet little hearts are perfect! Love the sentiment and I love how you never seem to have stray embossing powder!!! I need to learn your trick! This seems like the perfect card to remember Matthew!
ReplyDeleteSweet card with bright vibrant colors......xox
ReplyDeleteDoesn't sound weird at all to make a card for Matthew, Karren, and I love this one. Gorgeous colour combo and that typewriter is adorable!
ReplyDeleteI know exactly what you mean about stamping right now. When I finally have some time for it I sit at my desk staring at my supplies and my mind is a total blank. Its so frustrating!Fingers crossed you and I both get some inspiration over the next few weeks. Big hugs.
Such a lovely way to remember. It's such a happy card for him even though I know it was painful to create. You will be in prayers this holiday season.
ReplyDeleteOh I love the typewriter on your card. Gotta get that! Happy Christmas to you and thanks for the hug, needed that.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful way to remember Matthew. I love the colors and the cute typewriter. Sending hugs to you, Karren!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful way to remember Matthew on his birthday. <3
ReplyDeleteI have been thinking of you and all the added stress of holidays. Thank you for sharing this amazing card. I have no doubt that Matthew loves it. Wishing you peace and much love.
ReplyDeleteIt doesn't sound weird at all to create a card for your loved son, Karren. Matthew is living in your heart and that's sound quite natural to send him this beautiful birthday message. May 2020 brings you a bit of peace.
ReplyDeleteI can see your heart poured into this card, Karren. It is amazing, absolutely perfect. I think this is a beautiful expression of your love for your son; nothing strange about it at all. Singers write songs, artists paint pictures, we make cards. Expressions of love through our art of choice. Agree with those above; praying that 2020 gives you a peace that passes all understanding.
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