I sadly needed a sympathy card for a special co-worker friend.
I hope he and his family feel the heartfelt hugs I sent when they receive this card.
This card was a labor of love and a combination of water coloring and stamping.
I first dropped some green watercolor paint into the bottom left corner and then blew through a straw to push it up to resemble blades of grass. I then brushed watercolor paint onto the Stampin Up Too Kind flower stamp and lightly stamped it, letting it loosely spread.
The “hugs” sentiment is from the Paper Smooches Sentiment stamp set. I love the font, and this set has a bunch of other fun ones I’m sure you’ll be seeing in future cards. I finished it off with some “signature” jodi splatters, then distressed the edges of it and some complimentary colors of card stock. I wrapped it with some linen thread and adhered it to some vanilla cardstock.
Cheers & HUGS & Happy Friday,
Jodi
the creative life in between 
So sorry about your co-worker. The card is lovely and I am sure will bring a smile to their heart. You have a wonderful Friday too!
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Thanks JR! Hope you are doing well, my friend! Thinking of you xx
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Thanks dear, today so far I am, one moment at a time 🙂
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You have a real talent Jodi!!!
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Thank you “someone!” 🙂
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You know, all your cards do seem to have that inimitable “Jodi” signature style already…..am thinking it’s time to start making them up in bunches and finding a retail outlet to carry them. Yep, they’re that special!
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Awh! Thanks! Just having fun with it for now! 🙂 Art therapy! But who knows what the future will bring. Appreciate your vote of confidence.
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Jodi, if I were the recipient of this card I would definately feel all the love and heartfelt sympathy that went in to make it. It is absolutely beautiful and it shows how much you care. I too am sorry for your co-worker’s loss. Have a wonderful joyful weekend! ((hugs))
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Awh! Thanks PJ! Happy Friday! HUGS to you too! 🙂
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Your cards are so beautiful Jodi. I am certain whoever receives them feels like they have just been given a very special gift.
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So kind of you, Lynn! Thank you for making my day! 🙂
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I agree with Lynn. This is beautiful artwork you’ve created here, as are all of your cards and paintings! You have a gift for balance and color, and it’ll carry on into any medium you choose. I’m sorry for your friend’s loss, but I’m glad he has a friend like you for support. Enjoy a gorgeous spring weekend!
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you are too kind, Laura. 🙂
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I’m really not, lol. It is very obvious to anyone who follows your work. Knowing which colors to add where, and in what amounts, is half the battle and you’ve got that totally nailed, lady!!
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My head is growing this morning – YIKES! So many sweet comments 🙂 Happy dancin! 🙂
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Triple (Blushing)
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PS You ROCK!! 😱🙀😱
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it’s beautiful Jodi, love your technique description, very clever! Love the hugs stamp and font~anyone would be thrilled to receive one of your works of art~I love your signature splatters and the way you often finish the cards with a tie. Happy weekend,
Jenna
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Thank you sweet Jenna! I love that you appreciate all the details 🙂 I know you are a detail girl – a TRUE artist!
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Generations from now, someone is going to open a box of family treasures and find this card.
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O M G – you made my heart skip a beat… You have such a way with words, buddy! Thanks for MAKING my day! WOW!!! xo
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Gorgeous card Jodi!! So sorry for the reason to have to make it. Love the straw technique and will have to try that!
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Thanks Ginger! You’ll love it and rock it I’m sure 🙂
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Using a straw-egad! Flower is great.
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egad – must by my Oh Rob! 🙂
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Sorry to hear that you needed a sympathy card. They’re so hard to pick out (I think). It never occurred to me to make one. That makes sense. It’s so much more heartfelt. And yours is a beauty.
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Thanks Jo – I can only imagine what YOU could make!
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Your card is WOWZA wonderful! I would have never thought to paint a stamp with watercolor paints – so brilliant of you! Sorry about your friend’s loss. Nice you could be there for him. I would feel so touched to receive this card that has your heART in it. Hugs to you! xoxo. 💜
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So excited that I thought of something creative to share with you! hehe! Isn’t that a flip?! 🙂
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Oh, YOU inspire me too my dear friend! 🎨😄🌈
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I love your style! It’s so free! Hope you can join us soon for a painting afternoon. See you soon? Lois
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I would love to Lois! Hopefully one day this Spring/Summer!! 🙂 I can’t wait to see your work!
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With sympathy for the loss of a friend, Jodi. Your card is stunning! I have already pinned it for inspiration. I just love your watercolor techniques and signature splatters! Watercolor really changes the look of the Too Kind stamp. (I didn’t even recognize the blossoms!) I love the colors you chose and your distressed layers. It’s one of my favorites! ♡
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Thank you so much for the “too kind” words, Dawn! 🙂
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