Vintage-Inspired Sympathy Card Using Elements of Text

Today I’m sharing a simple, elegant card that’s made with just a few supplies—stamps, cardstock, and a bit of soft coloring. It’s a versatile design that works beautifully for many occasions, but I especially love it as a Sympathy card. Its gentle colors and vintage touches give it a peaceful, heartfelt tone.

I’m always drawn to vintage-inspired backgrounds, so when I saw the Elements of Texture stamp set, it immediately became a favorite. Pairing it with the delicate florals in Spotlight on Nature brought this design to life.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Stamp the Flower – Begin by stamping the flower image from Spotlight on Nature using Memento Black Ink on your card front. This ink is perfect for coloring as it won’t bleed.
Add Color with a Blender Pen – Using a Blender Pen, softly color in the flower with Pretty in Pink for the petals and Soft Sea Foam for the leaves.
- Tip: Place a drop or two of ink from your re-inkers onto a palette or clear block. Dip your Blender Pen into the ink to “paint” with precision.
Create the Background – Lightly stamp background elements from the Elements of Texture set using Crumb Cake Ink. This adds a soft, vintage layer that doesn’t overwhelm the main image.
Add a Sentiment – Stamp your sentiment in Memento Black so it stands out crisply over the textured background.
Finishing Touches – A few Brushed Brass Butterflies add just the right amount of shimmer and elegance to complete the card.
Don’t Forget the Inside – To tie everything together, I stamped the same flower image inside the card and on the envelope. It’s a small detail that makes a big difference in presentation.

This card design is timeless and adaptable—perfect for sympathy, thinking of you, or even encouragement cards. I hope it inspires you to pull out your Blender Pens and start creating something beautiful and meaningful.