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5 Simple Steps to Creating Handmade Personalised Cards to Celebrate any Occasion
An idea to create a handmade personalised birthday card
Kraftykate
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Are you considering gifting a memory book but don’t know where to start?
Take a peek on how I can help you create the perfect memory book in honour of your loved one, to capture and hold onto a lifetime of special memories. What is the purpose of a memory book? Every life is filled with memories - and a carefully crafted memory book helps ensure those stories are held onto, shared and never forgotten. A memory book is a book filled with photographs, stories and memories of your loved one, to use in time of reflection and reminisce on all good time
Kraftykate
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Finding a Sense of Completion ...
Helping a loved one tell their story ... Sometimes people reach a stage in life where sharing their memories, stories and experiences becomes deeply important and when time with loved ones becomes especially precious. You may have a family member with a life limiting illness and, whether they are being cared for at home in their own familiar surroundings or in a hospice, they may struggle with feelings of unworthiness and a sense of being a burden to others. Help them find a
Kraftykate
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Maintaining a Relationship Through Memories
One of the most heartfelt ways to remember a loved one who has passed away is by collating and preserving memories. This allows families and friends to maintain a relationship through remembering all the good times and special moments throughout their life. Memories serve as a bridge between the past and present, enabling those missing a special person in their lives, to celebrate the life lived and the impact they had on their lives. Touch the photo to take you to my Funeral
Kraftykate
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Creating a Funeral Memory Book – Making Memories That Last
Creating a funeral memory book is a meaningful way to preserve the stories, photographs and special moments that made the life of your loved one unique. Each page is carefully designed to reflect love, remembering the special moments and connection. In this handmade memory book, I’ve included space for photographs, written memories, stories and personal touches that help families celebrate and honour their loved one. A memory book can be a comforting keepsake for all the fami
Kraftykate
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What will you give your loved one for Valentine's Day ?
How do you put into words how much your loved one means to you? How do you express the profound impact they have had on your life? They’ve been there through the ups and downs, the good times and the bad. It’s a challenge, isn’t it? But I have an idea! Why not illustrate your feelings with something a little different? Imagine a beautiful memory story book that collates all the special moments you’ve shared in your relationship. It’s a fantastic way to celebrate a special day
Kraftykate
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Why should we maintain that human contact with a handmade gift?
The Importance of Giving a Personalised and Unique Keepsake In a world where everything has become digitalised and instant, I think it is more important than ever to maintain that human connection ! Giving a meaningful gift reminds us that thought, time, and emotion still matter. When memory becomes fragile, we must hold onto the moments that matter most. A Birthday Story Book encapturing memories of a special occasion My memory books and cards carry stories, emotions, memori
Kraftykate
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8 Reasons Why Capturing Memories Matters ...
People often ask me why I do what I do and why I am so passionate about it? Our family are always with us in our hearts and minds, whether they are living just down the road or having to be cared for in residential accommodation. We often wish we had more photos and memorabilia to hold on to those memories we accumulate in a lifetime and to remember the vitality and joie-de-vivre of our loved ones. It is so important to have something tangible to eventually share with grandch
Kraftykate
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Behind the Scenes: How I created a personalised Wedding Memory Family Heirloom
Cherished & Personalised Wedding Memory Gift: Creating a Timeless Family Heirloom for Newlyweds thrilled they’re tying the knot – but...
Kraftykate
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A bespoke, unique and personalised fun filled newspaper tabloid birthday card!
A fun filled Tabloid format makes for a unique personalised card capturing lots of memories! Ok, it's high time I wrote my next blog post ! Currently I'm on a GWR train to London Paddington for a couple of days, spending a 'cultured' evening at a concert. Anyway, back to the blog, I thought it might help pass an hour or two to put pen to paper so to speak which got me thinking about a fun card I made for a 60th birthday! Imagine all kinds of fun filled memories and experienc
Kraftykate
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