Hello, Friday!
Posted by Jenn on March 28th, 2008
It’s been a long week for us, lots going on everywhere and it seems like we’ve done nothing but run around. Nothin’ like a message from Above to have you slow down and appreciate everything and everyone around you, right?
We found out that a family member passed away last night. We’d been expecting the news, but still . . . hard to hear. Knowing I needed a sympathy card and had a sketch to work with and new product (my Jenni Bowlin kit arrived yesterday), it was easy to pull something together while I was a little distracted. I also started a birthday card with the same sketch, but didn’t get it done in time to share . . . my brother’s birthday is tonight, so I have time, right? Be back later with a bright card!
Make sure to check out Beate, Cami, Charmaine, Laurie, Lori, Mary Jo, and Sharon for more inspiration and takes on the sketch challenge. Don’t forget to hug your friends and family today, too!
Info after the page break if you’re interested.
You can click on the thumbnail to see the pretty paper better. I had to take a picture outside for a more true color representation. . . it was just too dark and the flash doesn’t do sometimes!
Paper: Bazzill base, Chocolate Chip layers. Patterned paper is from 7 Gypsies - the ivory is Staatsburgh, the blue pattern is ___ (I’ll be back to add that)
Ink: Chocolate Chip Craft, Old Paper distress from Ranger
Stamps: Brighter Tomorrow (I think) retired from SU!
Accessories: Coffee Shop Glimmer Mist, Ranger ink sponge thingee, SU! pretties kit and Chocolate ribbon, scalloped scissors by Fiskars, foam tape, Chipboard shape with hole punched @ top (unknown).
March 28th, 2008 at 7:48 am
Oh wow! How elegant! Just gorgeous Jenn!
March 28th, 2008 at 7:51 am
OH Jenn!!!! {{{{Jenn & Mr. Jenn}}}} Give Mike a big hug for me! So, so sorry, sweetie - even when you know it’s coming, it’s so hard! I’ll be thinking of all 4 of you this weekend! Your card is beautiful, and a wonderful tribute. Love you, friend….
March 28th, 2008 at 8:10 am
Sorry you needed this, Jenn, but it’s beautiful, I love the colors.
March 28th, 2008 at 8:11 am
Your card is gorgeous. Love that ribbon, the flowers and the shape of the sentiment piece.
I am sorry for your loss! Big cyber hugs!!!!
March 28th, 2008 at 8:12 am
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March 28th, 2008 at 8:27 am
{{hugs}} sad to hear your news…even when expected it’s still hard. your card is just beautiful.
March 28th, 2008 at 8:49 am
What a truly elegant card. Love the colours you used also. I’m sorry for your loss.
March 28th, 2008 at 10:37 am
Sorry for your loss Jenn. Your card is SO pretty. Love how you used the pretty kit.
March 28th, 2008 at 10:46 am
Sorry to hear about your loss Jenn. The card is absolutely stunning. Love everything about it.
Thinking about you {hugs}
March 28th, 2008 at 10:57 am
(((Jenn))))
Gorgeous sympathy card—just sorry you needed one.
Going to go hug my kiddos right now!
March 28th, 2008 at 11:01 am
I’m so sorry for your loss. Your sympathy card is so elegant and so beautiful!
Deena (moonrise)
March 28th, 2008 at 11:11 am
Oh, this is so soft and pretty. Sorry to hear your sad news though.
March 28th, 2008 at 11:32 am
I am sorry for your loss. Beautiful elegant card though.
#Hugs
March 28th, 2008 at 11:34 am
Jenn, this is so classy! So sorry to hear about your family member…I’ll be praying for you guys.
P.S. I {heart} Jenni Bowlin stuff!
March 28th, 2008 at 12:12 pm
Gorgeous sympathy card-sorry for the loss.
Bev J.
March 28th, 2008 at 12:20 pm
Oh, Jenn…I’m so sorry for your loss!! {{{Jenn}}} Your card is amazingly beautiful!!! The subdued colors and gorgeous embellishments really make it special!
March 28th, 2008 at 2:10 pm
So peacefully beautiful. Big hugs to you.
Miss you….
March 28th, 2008 at 5:46 pm
Gorgeous and elegant! I love the pearls.
March 28th, 2008 at 5:55 pm
I’m sorry for your family’s loss. This card was very much a labor of love, and it shows - it’s so stunning and elegant. Beautiful!
March 28th, 2008 at 8:22 pm
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, it’s hard no matter whether you expected it or not! Your card is beautiful Jen! *STAMPIN HUGS* Alex
March 28th, 2008 at 10:40 pm
Sorry for your loss… Your card is lovely. I need one for a acquaintance who just lost her son, a young adult the same age as my youngest daughter. The colors you chose are perfect.
March 28th, 2008 at 11:50 pm
HUGS Jenn - that news is never easy! So sorry! Your card is beautiful and hopefully making your brother’s card will bring you some moments of joy.
March 29th, 2008 at 9:47 pm
I’m so sorry, Jenn. Your card is stunning, and I’m sure it will be well received.
March 31st, 2008 at 10:39 am
Your card is beautiful!
Just catching up on some of my favorite blogs and I am sorry I’m a little late but I am very sorry for your loss. It is never easy to let go of a loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
March 31st, 2008 at 3:36 pm
This is beautitul and rich. Love the pearls! Sorry for your loss.
Joan
April 4th, 2008 at 5:44 am
Jen, Just to look at this you would never know that you were distracted. This is absolutely beautiful. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss! Sending you big hugs.