Autumn Sympathy

Hello, it's Bridget here today to share an autumn card with you.  

Sadly, I needed a sympathy card today for a family from church who had

to say good-bye to their mother, mother-in-law and grandmother.

I reached for the beautiful Leaf Silhouette Dies, but first  

 stenciled a woven background with Ranger Distress Inks including 

Spiced Marmalade, Shabby Shutters, Peeled Paint, Fired Brick, and Mustard Seed.

I then cut the larger leaves with the Leaf Silhouette Dies, using the 

negative die-cut to sponge over the stenciled background.  The same Leaf 

Silhouette Die set has fabulous matching smaller leaves which I sponged 

and popped up, adding a few enamel dots to finish.

The sentiment is from Bridge of Hope.
When I finished the card, I had second thoughts, wondering if
it's too bright for a sympathy card - I'd truly like to have your opinion
on that if you have time to let me know.  Do you prefer more subtle tones
for sympathy cards?  Thank you, and thanks for stopping by today!