Chaitali and Julie, THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart! This has been a labor of love and the commitment these ladies have shown this project is appreciated SO VERY much. As Julie would say "MONDO SQUISHY HUGS" to you both AND to ALL those who are joining us today as we hope to make a difference - United We Conquer!
In honor of three amazing mothers, each of whom have been directly impacted by breast cancer, Chaitali, Julie and I, teamed up to find a way that we could make a difference and honor these very special women in our lives. Seeking a way to actively contribute to finding a cure for the disease, we have created the Courage Stamp & Die Set.
We selected the Breast Cancer Research Foundation because of the contribution they make to research. 91 cents of every dollar goes directly to research - that's huge!!! It is research that is going to bring about the change we need to achieve a future beyond breast cancer.
My mom had a quiet courage. While caring for her after her mastectomy I admired her will to survive and was so thrilled when the words "you are cancer free" were uttered. Sadly, ours is one of those stories where it came back, and this time with a vengeance that was a battle she couldn't beat. The memories and love she provided live on in our memories!
Mom had the most stunning flower garden! Julie and Chaitali did such a beautiful job creating the "garden" for our stamp set. We shared sentiments and ideas as we worked to create a set that could be used by many to cheer on those who need a message of encouragement. I am so very thrilled that this stamp set can be used for so many occasions, in addition to breast cancer. BUT today we focus on sharing ideas how you can use this set to make a difference in the lives of those who are suffering from breast cancer.
My sister, Betty, and I honor our mom with the cards we are sharing in this post. When Mom and Betty would come to my house for a visit we would sit together and create the thank you notes that go in your orders. We would sit and chatter and laugh as we worked. I look at this photo and smile (and perhaps get a bit teary eyed as well) remembering that day!
I asked for a "mondo" ribbon in the Courage set, large enough to cover in flowers! Mission accomplished :) I hope to someday soon share a tutorial showing how to easily stamp the many layers of flowers with precision. For now click here to download a PDF layering guide for help with the stamp layering.
In mom's garden were the most stunning "fluffy" poppies. Betty created an entire series of cards in the poppy colors. That sis of mine is uber-talented you can follow her on Instagram! Thank you for allowing me to share your gorgeous cards here today Betty! BUT even more THANK YOU for always being there for mom. Thank you for being here for me - I love you!
No one can imagine the impact of the words "it's cancer" until you hear them from one of those closest to you. Let's protect our daughters, friends, mothers, and the men in our lives, so that we don't ever have to hear those words spoken to us again - we need to work together to try and help. We need to help change that devastating number - "one in eight." We need to help provide researchers every opportunity to find a cure!
"Courage does not always roar. Sometimes it is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, I will try again tomorrow." To all those reading this fighting your own battle right now, be it breast cancer, cancer of another variety, depression or anxiety - know you are loved! Together we can be the end!
Please join us today and help us support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation!
- donate to BCRF - https://give.bcrfcure.org/ellenhutson
- stamp for a cure - purchase the Courage Stamp & Die Set - $25 from the purchase price of each set will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
- share this page on social media.
- create to share your love and support.
Now go hop and enjoy the beautiful inspiration shared by an incredibly talented group of designers! THANK YOU for your support!
