It’s one of those rare days – we all know exactly where we were when the events of September 11, 2001 were set into motion. We also remember the hours following the events as explanations of the horror were unveiled. It was an event that was meant to tear us apart and destroy us – instead, it validated our fortitude. For a time, we united as a united people in the face of such a horrible attack. Today’s project is a simple one that pays homage to a day we should all remember. Here’s my card:
Tips, Tricks and Reminders
- Ribbon of Courage. To create this centerpiece for my card, I layered strips of Designer Series Paper over a scrap piece of Whisper White cardstock. I used Real Red patterns from the Regals 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper and Pool Party pieces from Twinkle Twinkle Designer Series Paper. The patterns gave me just what I wanted to mimic stripes and stars in the American flag – and they weren’t too thick to crop with the Support Ribbon Framelits Dies Cards. Here’s a look at my 1/2″ strips of cardstock:
Here’s a look at Ribbon of Courage Bundle that’s filled with ribbons, hearts and great sentiments that offer encouragement for a variety of reasons:
- Simple Sentiment. With a card like the one I’m sharing today, the image is the focal point. The supporting sentiment, though, plays an important part in the design. I searched for sentiments all over the catalog that would be appropriate for this card – there are quite a few. I’m glad, though, that I have Tabs for Everything – it’s a set that’s filled to the brim with lots of words that are perfect for lots of occasions. I cropped the heart with the large heart from the set and layered the sentiment over top of the heart. I originally wanted the heart in the center of the ribbon, but that covered up all of the stripes in the center, so I scootched it over a bit – I quite like the offset heart.
Even if you don’t plan to make tabs with this set, it’s a good one to have. Here’ a look at Tabs for Everything:
- Color Combination. While the heart of this card is red, white and blue, black pays an important role on this card. My design once had a red backdrop with a Pool Party top panel – I switched out the Pool Party panel for a Blueberry Bushel one so that all elements would pop off the page. The black layer was added to tie to the sentiment banner and to add solemnity to the card. All four of these colors play an important role in this card:
Stamp Sets: Tabs for Everything Papers: Twinkle Twinkle, Regals 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper (Real Red), Real Red, Blueberry Bushel, Pool Party, Basic Black, Thick Whisper White Inks: Whisper White Craft Accessories: Support Ribbon Framelits Dies, Classic Label punch, White Stampin’ Emboss Powder, Heat Tool, Stampin’ Dimensionals
I love what we do. Making cards can help us to celebrate or offer comfort. Making cards can also be a cathartic experience. This was a special card for me to make, and I’m so grateful I could share it with you today. We should always remember September 11 and remember the lessons we learned – how to work with one another and how to be kind to one another in the face of adversity. Much love!
Thanks for stopping by today!
Brian
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Hi Brian. Simple but strong ! Love from France …
Well said. Beautiful card.
Simply elegant. Thank you.
LOVE!!!
Love your use of DSP to create your own as well.
Thank you for sharing your talent with us day in and day out,
Maleta
Beautiful. Thank you.
At first glance this card made me say WOW, very powerful! Your matting on this card along with the colors you chose are simply perfect! Then after searching you found REMEMBER! Total WOW card!
Very Special, and just perfect card! I love the ribbon method!
I’m not an American citizen but I do remember where I was when the awful events of 9/11 unfolded.
My thoughts are with all Americans today ❤️
Beautiful Card and lovely thoughts! Thank you!
Thank you for the stunning remembrance.
Yes, 9-11 needs to always be observed. Hopefully, we will continue to recall and be strengthened by our response.
Love how you did the stars and stripes.
What a wonderful card. The layering of DSPs is a brilliant idea to create strong feelings for this card.
‘Never Forget’. That is powerful. I have been to Ground Zero many times when visiting NYC. I have moved South but, I still have that strong pull in my heart, on this day, every year on commemoration day for 9/11. It stays with you, a long time. This is a good thing, for it makes me to ‘Never Forget’.
Gorgeous card Brian. I remember exactly the tragedy. We were in my son’s kidney doctors office and the doctor sent my son to the bathroom so he could tell me the events that were unfolding. When my son fell asleep on the two hour drive home I was able to put the radio on and get updated. It was terrifying and we’ve been praying for peace in the hearts of all ever since. What a clever layering of stars and stripes.
Absolutely beautiful, such a fitting tribute to innocent lives lost.
Captured perfectly.
Robin Anne West
Thank you.
Beautiful in concept and thought. Love the layered DSP patterns.
Although I follow you regularly. I very seldom comment. This card says it all. Thank you.
Awesome card..perfect layering and die cut with DSP! Hugs!
” It was an event that was meant to tear us apart and destroy us – instead, it validated our fortitude. For a time, we united as a united people in the face of such a horrible attack.”
What a moving statement you have made here Brian with both your words and your amazing card.
I will carry your eloquent statement and the beauty of this card in my mind and heart today. Thank you for sharing this with us, Brian.
Brian. What a powerful card. I love how you used the DSP too! That was the most horrible day in many lives and one we will never FORGET. how they managed to hit so many different states and tried to rip us apart only to make us stronger and UNITED!!! A great tribute Brian….
Beautifully done and beautifully said…..it was an unspeakable tragedy and yet so many people showed such courage as the day unfolded.
What a great remembrance card, Brian. It denotes a somber feeling, as well as a powerful one of the courage and unity of our country. Love the color combo and the “stars and stripes” you made. So perfectly fitting for today. Make it a good one, my friend.
beautiful card; some things in life I don’t remember, but that day, even the time & what I was doing, still remains in my heart. The Americans were so gracious & couldn’t thank you enough. I don’t think I’ll ever forget that day.
The United States of America is my adoptive County and I love It.
The events of that day are burned in my memory for always and all we can do now and forever is NEVER, EVER FORGET AND HONOR THE FALLEN HEROES.
Your card truly conveys a message of unity and the valor that was displayed that sad and terrifying day.
Thank you for sharing.
XO