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Unfortunately, we all have a need for a message of sympathy here and there. It seems that we have an increased need for them as we get older ourselves. But I recall keeping a selection of cards in my desk at work for those sad events as well. This card is one of those that…

My wonderful stamp club met yesterday–what fun we had!! We learned several techniques–which I’ll share later this week! But, I just had to share these beautiful swaps!! The theme was Sympathy or Thank You! […]

Hi Friends, I've had to make five sympathy cards in the past 2 weeks, and that makes me sad. I do like to keep a few sympathy cards on hand, but I must have wiped out my stash a while ago and not noticed. This first batch was made with some brighter colors - Sympathy cards don't have to be dark and sad. You can even put bling on them! It's okay! I had my Darling Details stamps out two weeks ago, so I made this first back using some masking and three colors. Very simple layering - just the…

Hello friends!!! I participated in a couple of swaps last month and just got my cards back! I wanted to share them with all of you because they are awesome. Let me know which one is your favorite. Rachael's VIP Swap - Rachael is my friend. She introduced me to Stampin' Up! and got me…

It’s great to be able to make simple sympathy cards quickly. Follow this tutorial to complete your card in minutes.

I used the Stampin’ Up! Painted Poppies stamp set to create a clean and simple sympathy card to share with you today.

Hi everyone, One of the great benefits of being a Stampin'Up demonstrator is when we, demonstrators get together for fellowship, idea exchanges and business tips. I have been a member of the Stray ducklings for the past 14 years and they have been my life line for my little business. This last Saturday we got together and did a card swap - the theme was Sympathy. A sad but very necessary card to have in our arsenal of cards. I wanted to show you the card that I designed. I'm also providing…

Create this sympathy card using the Simply Elegant 12" x 12" paper and free Special Moments Stamp Set from Stampin' Up! #papercraftwithme