When someone from the Youtube crafty community is going through trials and tribulations, I am amazed at how the others in the community rally around. If there is a major illness, a passing, or some other difficulty, well wishes, virtual hugs, and prayers surround and bind.
The card I made in the picture above is for a friend who has recently faced, and is facing, major changes to her life. I wanted to create a cheerful card that “embodied” a sunny outlook. I topped the golden yellow of the cardstock and the textured handmade paper base with sparkly applique lace trim, dimensional stylized leaves with gold foil details, and butterflies that represent a new life after metamorphosis. I hope it brings a smile to her face and reminds her that she has friends out there that are thinking of her and are wishing her the best.
The next card is one I made for a friend, Jackie’s (YT: J Kolbe) mother. Jackie called on her YT friends to make her mother (who is going through chemotherapy treatments) a card, a tag or an ATC. She mentioned some things that her mother liked, such as birds, birdcages, flowers and the color turquoise, so I tried to include them all in this card. I think the result is warm and, hopefully, uplifting.
How fortunate I feel to be able to craft some things that may bring some cheer during hard times. It’s not much, but sometimes the little things can make a big difference, especially if they are repeated and aggregated, the way calls to action often are in the YT crafty community.
The following is a video in which I share the second card:
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This is just gorgeous Kristina & what a wonderful way to show support!! 🙂
Thank you Dani! I think this community is so warm, caring and supportive. I always want to contribute to that when I can. 🙂 Big hugs, Kristina
Wow Kristina those who receive your cards will surely have a brighter day. They are so sweet 🙂 Toodles,,,^..^,,,Melissa
Thanks Melissa. That sunny color really makes for a cheery card, at least I hope so. 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting! Hugs, Kristina
I love these inspirations uplifted cards they are so cheerful sure they surely appreciate this thank for sharing this…huggz
Thank you Elena. We all go through trying times, and if we can lift each other a bit here and there, life is so much sweeter. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by and commenting. Warm hugs, Kristina
your heart is so big and you are amazing. I know you have been here for me and I totally appreciate everything! xoxox, Rhonda
Oh my goodness, Rhonda, you are so sweet and thoughtful. If I can help lift someone up who is going through a tough time, what would be a better way to spend my time and energy? We all go through difficult periods, and I’ve had experiences where the oddest comment or kind word (once from a casual school mate and once from a total stranger) has changed my whole perspective. I hope I am adding to the positive things in this world. Much luv and big huge hugs, Kristina