Hi Everyone, something you wouldn't normally think about today, but my "quirky" sense of humour made me do it.
The family decided to spruce up my Grandparents and Mother's grave, it was so black, it was impossible to read the headstone. It was done last week and was like new, we were all so thrilled with it. Anyhow, I decided to give a little thank you to everyone at the stonemason's, as I didn't know how many worked there, I decided to do 6. I thought maybe it would be about that. I know that Funeral Directors and Stonemasons have a good sense of humour, because I knew one a few years ago, and she told me a few things, but that's beside the point.
My idea was, these, I hope it doesn't offend anyone here, but they had a good laugh when I gave them, I hope you can have a chuckle too. I used a paper pad and cut them with my Silhouette. I cut a strip of card and stamped the sentiment, but I had cut it too close to the edge, before I die cut the label, I don't think they noticed as they were laughing a lot. As you can see they are coffins, well it's nearly Halloween and I don't do anything Halloween because we have no callers. A bite size Twix was placed inside, for their coffee break. It's the thought that counts?
What a fun way to say thank you to the stonemasons. A lovely idea. xx
ReplyDeleteI should think doing the job they do, you need a sense of humour Faith, it can't be easy can it. I love the little coffin shapes for a chocolate treat. So thoughtful of you. xx
ReplyDeleteThese are a brilliant thank you -love the little coffins.I was once asked for a birthday card for someone who woked at a Funeral Directors and they asked for pics of the funeral home and coffin lol
ReplyDeleteCarol x
Oh my gosh, these are brilliant and a fantastic way to thank them for helping clean up the headstones. A really fun way to pay appreciation.
ReplyDeleteI have never thought to give something as this to the stonemasons as thank you, brilliant idea.
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These are darling and what a wonderful way to show them how much their work meant to you - and have a whole lot of fun at the same time! CUTE and fun!
ReplyDeleteLynn
That's a lovely idea and it is the quirky shape that makes it such a good gift. I can see why they were pleased xx
ReplyDeletehaha I bet that made their day Faith. Anything that makes people smile is a winner. CarolG
ReplyDeleteI think this is a brilliant idea and you pulled it off perfectly! I love the coffins!
ReplyDeleteYou are lovely Faith! What a perfect way to say thank you to the stonemasons! Vicky x
ReplyDeleteExcellent.... Bet they don't get many thank yous.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure the humour was appreciated Faith, great little gift boxes, Kate xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely way to show your appreciation of their work Faith, I think they are brilliant and were sure to raise a smile xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a brilliant idea Faith, we must have similar senses on humour and I can well imagine the giggles at the recipients end.
ReplyDeleteB x
I think this was the perfect way to say thank you Faith!! I'm sure they did get a kick out of these and appreciated them as well. As I'm sure this is job that doesn't get a lot of thanks. It is funny too and I think they look fabulous! I have watched some people on Tik Tok who go around cleaning up old graves that are black and had all kinds of crap on them. It is interesting to watch them come back to new looking again! Hugs, Brenda
ReplyDeleteLove it Faith - funeral directors and stonemasons so often 'survive' by developing a 'black' sense of humour - and so did we when DH was dying...
ReplyDeleteFabulous 'coffins', and a great idea!!
Blessings
Maxine
Brilliant crafting Faith.
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Cathy
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What a great way to say thank you Faith! huggles Sue x
ReplyDeleteA bit like ambulance crews, I think the humour keeps them going. These are wonderful and a great unusual thank you which I am sure they appreciated.
ReplyDeleteHa ha ha, fantastic idea Faith, and they came out perfectly, love them.
ReplyDeleteLuv CHRISSYxx
your little thank you coffins are absolutely fabulous and definitely perfect for those involved in the cleanup of the headstones.
ReplyDeleteThey’re great thank you gifts for the stonemasons and undertakers xxx
ReplyDeleteWhat great gifts for them!
ReplyDeleteI think it's a great idea! They are adorable!
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