For IC100, to make a card inspired by someone who has inspired me.
I grew up scared to try new things and, after a divorce at 27, with a 2 year old daughter, I took a position in a women's clinic and worked for a remarkable woman named Susan Hill. She pushed me...gave me courage... to stretch myself and do things I never would have dreamed I'd be able to do and I was fortunate enough to work for her for 20 years. She is now in the battle of her life with breast cancer and I know she faces this battle with courage. She loved clean, stark lines and modern art.
For the past 10+ years, I have been blessed to work for and with Kittie 747. Many of you have been subjected to her encouraging, helpful, kind words here on this stamping site...you can imagine how wonderful a boss she is! And a wonderful friend. She helped me to find the courage to overcome my belief that I had no artistic talent and try my hand at stamping. She helped me open up an entire other side of me that I didn't know existed and it has brought me amazing pleasure. While this is not a "Kittie" card, I did use the fern stamp from water color minis in her honor.
And, while I didn't brayer this card, Zindorf certainly inspired me.
Sorry the block letters of "courage" didn't show.
Date: Saturday, November 3, 2007 GMT Views: 1086
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Splitcoast Dirty Dozen Creative Crew SU Design Team Alumni
Registered: January 7, 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 42880
Sat, Nov 03, 2007 @ 4:48 PM
A stunning card with a touching story reminding each of us how we can improve someone's life just by being ourselves. A great tribute to your friend. I will send a prayer her way. TFS Kathy
------------------------------ Kathy Stamp n Sip with me
Registered: April 23, 2006 Location: Looking For Teapots! Posts: 59742
Sat, Nov 03, 2007 @ 5:26 PM
Wow, this is a wonderful card for a wonderful person. How great for you to have the opportunity to see and work with Kittie every day....both socially and professionally! A wonderful card!
Registered: September 20, 2007 Location: Herington, KS (home is Bremerton, WA) Posts: 5849
Sat, Nov 03, 2007 @ 5:53 PM
Wow! Such an incredible story. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. Your card is breathtaking! From the colors, to the images, to the sentiments...truly inspring. This is definitley going into my favorites!
------------------------------ Dorothy- Stamping keeps me sane!
Registered: February 1, 2005 Location: Temple, Tx Posts: 37720
Sat, Nov 03, 2007 @ 7:57 PM
Your card is beautiful with the lovely brayed background and the wonderful sentiments!! You are so blessed to know and work with such special people...I am sure they feel the same way about you, too!!
Registered: July 20, 2007 Location: Fergus, Ontario, Canada Posts: 52588
Mon, Nov 05, 2007 @ 6:19 AM
My first thought when I saw the thumbnail, was 'Zindorf'. I am so glad Kittie747 helped you unlock your artistic talent. This is a wonderful piece of art.
------------------------------ Ina
"Surely His salvation is near those who fear Him, that His glory may dwell in our land." Psalm 85:9
Registered: May 27, 2004 Location: West Alexandria, Ohio Posts: 4315
Wed, Nov 07, 2007 @ 5:46 AM
Wow! This is so very beautiful! I love how things have a chain reaction in life. You were inspired by some and now you are inspiring others. Thank you for sharing both your story and your creations! Hugs!
------------------------------ Michelle Gallery Blog
Registered: July 29, 2004 Location: Maryland Posts: 6251
Mon, Apr 07, 2008 @ 3:54 AM
Wow, just looking at the Trees Three gallery. And I saw your great card. Certainly an inspiration all around. It sounds like you have some great encouragement in your life with some great ladies...tfs