Dear Friend

I needed to create a very special card for a dear friend who lost her mother. I didn't want it to be a typical Sympathy card, but rather one to show us how we get through all the tough times. She was there for me when I lost my mom, and before that, she would stop in just to say a quick hi to my mom and give her a smile. My mom lived with us and my friend lived 2 doors away. When she moved away it was sad, but we still lean on each other for some soothing words and friendship.

My card is started with an ivory base, and touches of Chocolate Kiss card stock. The dp is a floral list from K&Co and is over stamped with a hydrangea stamp, which is an Anna Griffin design by All Night Media. I stamped it with Memento, Rich Cocoa, and also used that to sponge round the edges. My sentiment is from Gina K. Designs. The butterfly is an MS punch with a row of tiny pearls. As a special touch, I added the last of a very special strip of diminutive buttons sewn on brown velvet, which was from my mom's collection. I have hoarded them for just the right card. I thought that this was the perfect time to use them.

I would like to enter this card for :

Speedy the Cat's Friends Challenge #39 - Sympathy Card

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