Leafy sympathy cards, pet  bereavement and great tips and hacks

[@phyllis610]

1st time viewer. Such very good ideas for pet sympathy cards. I am going to make some with what I have.

[@nancyglaspie6735]

Love them both. I'm sorry you've been down. I still miss my mom after 20+ years. Hugs

[@deballen7031]

Hi. What a lovely thought and a beautiful card. I agree, menopause is hard and even tougher when we don't know what to expect and not everyone has people around that can or want to help enlighten us. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, skills and ideas.

[@dianestricker8552]

Really like the pet bereavement card.

[@kikilange6566]

I am sorry to hear you have been going through a bit of a hard stretch of days… I feel with you. I go through a lot of pain all the time too 😞. Your card is beautiful and will be a great pick me up for someone who just lost their kitty. I love your house plant - simple yet elegant.

[@annesmith1718]

Love your sympathy card! Very nice. ❤

[@karinberonius8799]

They're both beautiful and equally important cards. I tried to find some uplifting quotes. But nah, they all seemed to tell you to "be grateful..."🙄. So I say: Sometimes when life is extra crappy, be sure to do things that makes you happy. Treat yourself to something nice. Buy yourself a bouquet of flowers. Eat cake for breakfast. Watch funny movies and read funny books. Sure, it won't cure what ails you. But it won't hurt you either. (Unless you're allergic to flowers too.) We all need to be nicer to ourselves. I wish you brighter and better days ahead. 💐

[@2848Adriana]

Hi Sharon, I love both of your cards, TFS, Cheers Anna.

[@kimburckhard6271]

Love your pet sympathy card!

[@angelalittlewood3039]

Girl, you can email me or call me any time to sound off about your menopause! I remember my time well! Yes, it's OK to stick your head in the freezer, and yes, it's OK to feel grumpy and frustrated! Then once you're almost through it, you start growing hairs on your chin!!! As always, your cards are beautiful. I love Sabrina's die sets and love how you show different ways to use them. Sorry for the loss of your pet. I lost my 15-year-old Yorkie this year. I have children and she was still my baby even when they were young. She kept me sane through their teenage years! Take care of yourself sweet lady. Sending you hugs. xx

[@ala2721]

THAT IS A BEAUTIFUL CARD.

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Hi Sharon, loved these cards. Thanks so much. 😊

[@roxanneklinger3828]

I have 2 different sized paw print stamps that can be used for cards and use them frequently, and also for my dog's name for Christmas cards. It's a great touch. for pets. Menopause never helps anything. You'll get through it eventually. Just don't rip up your papers when you get those anger moments. Ice cream always helped me.

[@JoanOrloffDK]

Stunning cards Sharon 😻 I love your card designs, the plants and your foiling. Sorry you are feeling down 😔 life is hard sometimes, but look at the bright side, thats how we now when we are happy 🤪 I am crazy I know lol 🙏 I hope you feel better soon ❤️ thanks for sharing your creativity Hugs xx sending prayers your way my sweet friend 😘

[@maryannbright4850]

Loved your idea for pet sympathy card. Very kind idea. I loved your card. First time to watch got your info from Bitty Penny. I've been through hormone thing started young and lasted until old. (Like my Mom did) eat clean sugar brings on HOT flashes. Drink lots of water. Spine disease for 40 yrs. I'm in bed and can't even do art or anything. You're still young take care of yourself. Love your sense of humor. Laughter helps everything. Will pray for you. "Today is a good day to have a good day." ❤

[@Mari-cre8s]

What lovely, classy cards. The white die cuts in the pet card are something I never would have thought to do, and they really are perfect!! TY for sharing your talent with us! Menopause is a crazy ride, different for everyone it seems. It’s been years and I still get hot flashes🥵. Hang in there! It’s good to be honest that some days are just cruddy, denial never helps in my experience…. even tho (social) media would have us believe otherwise…🙄

[@beverlylancaster675]

I also have a terrible back, I’ve had 5 procedures and a surgery and it’s still terrible. Love the card! I sadly send a lot of sympathy cards for folks that have lost dogs. Due to my back issues I have had to stop competing in dog sports that is making me very sad. At this point I have eight dogs and I now have them in conformation shows. I have a handler’s to help with that. Keep your chin up I know that menopause is hard to go through I did that in my 40s, I’m in my 60s now.

[@janetcurtis701]

Thanks for the sympathy card ideas. So many videos are for “cute” cards, but I make many sympathy cards for a grief team at my church so I’m always looking for more formal ideas.

[@karendevanney5595]

Love the card I'm intrigued by your home made sticky tip pen would you do a video on how you made it for us x

[@bethweiss229]

Just discovered your channel. Love it! Packing foam use? Brilliant! Larger cards than A2? Yes, please. And unfortunately, I need lots of sympathy cards lately as well. I also have back problems from sitting on a hard piano bench for decades. It's no fun! Thanks for your great ideas!

[@sharzar5312]

Could you refresh my memory of how you made the homemade sticky pen? I know I saw it on a video. Praying for improving health soon.

[@barbarahill6365]

Sharon, I learned the result of chronic pain is depression. Ask your doctor, they will tell you, your body is simply acting the way we have all been programmed for. I’ve been dealing with chronic pain for over 25 years. Do things for you, that fill your well. I had some close friends I could go and talk with 1x a week, church, and a Bible study. Of course I crafted, and had kids at home as well. Try to get 8 hours of sleep! You know that old HALT thing hungry, angry, lonely, tired, is really true for me. This is a journey no one likes!

[@sandyartman7520]

I thought I could help with the “So sorry for your loss” clear stamp. I have a full page of sympathy/thinking of you sentiments I use all the time, that have that exact stamp. I don’t have the packaging but I think they are Inkadinkado Clear Stamps I got at Michaels some time ago. I found some Inkadinkado stamps on Amazon & Etsy but sadly not this one. I found a lovely set by Penny Black on Amazon, however. I make “Group Hug” (my creation) community cards for my church every month and these stamps are so useful for the little notes tucked inside the cards’ pockets.