Hello crafty friends, my cross is finally finished. :) I am very happy the way it turned out. The main color is cottage rose matte and the center cross was done in a country white (chalk base), with a very light dry brushing it gives a lacey look to the cross. The "tips" were given a distressed look with the cottage white chalk paint. I added a pretty colorful butterfly from Reneabouquets.com I tried to get a closer look at the butterfly in the next photo. I thought it was fitting that I should dedicate this cross to the memory of his dad. I know it isn't done with a manly theme, but hubby said that it was okay, just make it the way you want it to look. The butterfly signifies a new life in Christ.
Last week was the funeral & celebration of life service for his father. It was a jammed packed two days, of meeting family members that we haven't seen in years. Everyone was very nice, the service was beautiful. The weather was a bit cold with flurries, but by that afternoon the sun popped through the thick cloud cover. He is missed, but will stay in our hearts. ♥
As I close this post I hope you all are well. Have a blessed day, hugs, Mary
