We are so sorry heartfelt support card.

 Greetings.  Some cards are difficult to make because sometimes there are no words in difficult times.  This is an idea of a simply stamped card with a heartfelt sentiment.

Sentiment:
There is no good card for this.  We are so sorry.

Monochromatic Sympathy Card + Gold Stamping

 Hello and welcome.  Today,  I am sharing a monochromatic sympathy card with gold metallic stamping.  The colors are blue on blue with a hint of shine from the gold stamping.

Sentiment:  With sympathy.

Condolences are some of the most difficult greetings to make and send.  But, making them subtle yet pretty helps.

Stencil paste tulips ~ Support card

Today, I am sharing heartfelt greetings with a stencil paste tulip card, to lend support.  This was made using stamping, ink blending and stenciling with glitter paste.

Sentiment:
When no words will do... this card is my hug to you.

This works for condolences, illness, life challenges, support and more.

Mixed media style sympathy bouquet card

For today, I am sharing a mixed media style sympathy bouquet card.  
This one features stamping, stenciling, ink blending and more.

Sentiment:

I see their love in every little detail of your strength.

Sympathy cross card & script background

 Hi there.  Today's project is a support or sympathy cross card & script background.  I used a mix of Copic markers for color plus white heat embossing for the background.

Sentiment:
In your own time and way, I'm here.

This is a heartfelt greeting with inspirational words for comfort.

Support or Sympathy Rose Tag Card

   Hello friends.  Today, I am sharing a vintage style support or sympathy rose tag card.  

Sentiment:
I am here for you.
You are held in love.
You are thought of in love.
My door is open.

The greeting card is perfect to show you care for many reasons including condolences, support, get well, thinking of you and more.

Pearlescent watercolor and gold embossing on black

 Today for Unity Stamp Company, I share pearlescent watercolor and gold embossing on black paper.  This matching sympathy set of cards and a gift tag were made quickly and easily with a couple of unique watercolor products.

Almost any stamp and theme can be used for this watercolor and embossing technique.

Watercolor Floral Spotlight Card ~ Mixed Media

For today on the Unity Stamp Company blog, I share this watercolor floral spotlight card project for sending support or condolences.  This is made using rubber stamping, watercolor pens and masking.

The overall look of this technique is a mixed media style.  

Heartfelt Pet Sympathy Card ~ Dog Theme

  This heartfelt pet sympathy card is a great way to send condolences.  Sometimes there are no words for those who have lost a beloved fur baby.  This dog themed project is also up on the Unity Stamp Co. blog today.

I used a few steps for this card including stamping, stenciling, ink blending and various embellishments.

Technique ~ September 2023 Friends Of Unity Blog Hop

 Welcome.  Thanks for visiting.  The September 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is "Technique".  My technique is background stenciling.  I hope that you will join in on the fun.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

This is a look at my set of cards for September.

My projects show two ways to add a background frame along with ink blending.

Flat card & envelope with simple stamping ~ Dog

   Today for Unity Stamp Company, I made a flat card & envelope with simple stamping.  This set features an adorable puppy dog and paw prints.

Sentiment:  Love is a four letter word.

I kept this simple and flat for easy mailing.  The stamp layering helped.

Watercolor ~ July 2023 Friends Of Unity Blog Hop

 Welcome.  Thanks for visiting.  The July 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is "watercolor" themed.  I hope that you will join in on the fun.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

For today's cards, I chose a sympathy theme, because I like having these types of cards on hand when it is needed.  Also, I think that soft watercolor adds a peaceful look.
The details for each card follow.  Be sure to check out the rest of the blogs in the hop for beautiful inspiration and ideas for card making.

Stamp layering CAS card ~ Sympathy

  For today, I am sharing an easy stamp layering CAS card in a sympathy theme.  I kept this one simple and to the point.

Sentiment:
So sorry for your loss.

For support during these times, this card is a simple yet pretty greeting to show that you care.

Watercolor sympathy card ~ clean and simple

  Hi crafty friends.  Today, I am sharing a clean and simple watercolor card for sympathy occasions and to show support.

Sentiment:  With deepest sympathy.

I kept this simple, especially for the occasion.  The stamps are from the Unity Stamp Co. January 2023 Kit of the Month.

Vellum embossed sympathy card set ~ floral

 Hello and welcome.  Here is a set of two vellum-embossed sympathy cards.  They are heat embossed and made flat for easy mailing.

Sentiments:
Nothing in life prepares us for losing someone we love.
My condolences to you and your family.

Sadly, these types of cards are occasionally needed.  It is helpful to have them on hand and ready to lend support.

Using leftover paper scraps ~ butterfly frame card

 Hello.  Today, on the Unity blog, I am sharing an idea for using leftover paper scraps for card making.  I like to keep scraps that I think could easily be incorporated into future projects.

Sentiment:
With sympathy.  Wishing you peace in the midst of sorrow.

This layered card was fun to make with treasures from my box of paper scraps.

Daisies ~ Colored Pencils on Colored Cardstock Technique

 Hello.  Today, on the Unity blog, I am sharing a card featuring colored pencils on colored cardstock with a sympathy theme.

Sentiment:  Deepest sympathy.

I made a quick video tutorial showing the process for this project.

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This daisy vase is perfect for sympathy card making to have on hand for those times when you want to send condolences.  And, it is possible and easy to color using colored pencils on colored cardstock. 

Sympathy Bear ~ My Creative Time Just Cards

 Hello.  The My Creative Time design team is sharing anything goes projects.  Today, I am sharing a sweet sympathy card with a little bear and heart.

Sentiment:  With heartfelt sympathy

This card will surely lift up spirits in times when condolences are needed.  I used a few easy layers and a bit of color to make this heartfelt card.

Broken Heart ~ Day 3 My Creative Time Sneak Peeks

 Hello, it's Gaylynn.  The My Creative Time 119th Edition release and sale is coming up on Friday.  But for today, the team is sharing Day 3 sneak peeks.  

Sentiment:

It's hard to find the right words.

This is for those times for sending words of support.  It works for sympathy, loss, breakup, get well and more.

Bear & Mini Tag ~ Day 2 MCT 119th Edition Sneak Peeks

 Hello, it's Gaylynn.  The My Creative Time 119th Edition release and sale is coming up on Friday.  But for today, the team is sharing adorable Day 2 sneak peeks.  

Sentiment:  I'm so sorry.

This sweet bear card is for sending support in trying times.  It works for sympathy, get well, support, thinking of you and more.