Welcome back for another round of Kelly's Social Stamping- a group hop by a bunch of stampers gathered together by everyone's friend Kelly. It's a privilege to know Kelly, she is such a gorgeous soul gathering friends from near and far to share inspiration, friendship and creativity- and a sense of connection. I have thoroughly enjoyed this Covid inspired connection.
Our theme for this week is change- and what a vast topic that is- we have all been surrounded by change for months now and it is not an easy challenge. But as the posters keep reminding us "We are all in this together".
One of the biggest places for change has been the workplace, and a lovely friend of mine has been nursing for many years and finished work this week. She has cared for countless patients with her gentle manner and nurtured many nurses and doctors along the way. She has been the breadwinner for her family after emigrating from the UK and work simply won't be the same without her. So I have created a mini album for the all the staff to sign as part of her retirement gift. I used lots of different sentiments to say thankyou. I hope she realises how special she is.
I have made these in the past using the Memories and More cards but this one is a larger version so I could use some of the large size journalling cards as well. You can find links to instructions for previous albums here.( Also on one of Kelly's bloghops in the past!) I will come back and write up the dimensions tomorrow. I
Again I have not added too many embellishments as it needs to be fairly flat for people to write in it. Once we have added a photo or 2 and everyone has signed the card ( and I've made a box for it!) I will do any additional decorative stamping to fill in any gaps and bling it up if necessary.
You can get a better idea with a view from the top. I have used all new incolours but based the pages on Seaspray which I had more of and will be easier to write on.
There have been changes at home, changes at work, changes in travel, changes in when we can visit, changes to class structure, changes in the home, changes in the garden....... I hope you and your family have adapted. Thanks for going on this journey with me. Take care.
Next this week is Michelle. Be sure and hop all the way around for some great ideas.
I hope you have a creative week and remember,
"don't just post online,
post something pretty!"
cheers, Liz
What a beautiful idea and gorgeous project. I’m sure she will love this.
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely gift. I’m sure she will love it. Beautifully made.
ReplyDeleteStunning creation Liz and one your friend will cherish as she changes into a different phase of her life. Thanks for joining in with the Social Stamping Blog Hosts! You're awesome! Kelly x
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