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September 19, 2018

Six Ways to Use the Charming Cottage Year-Round

Good morning Friends! Today the Creative Team and I are sharing makes using the Charming Cottage – we’re absolutely smitten with it! In fact, today we’re showing you at least Six Ways to Use the Charming Cottage Year-Round. It zoomed to the top of the favorites list for many of us and we started musing, how else can it be used. Well, of course, it can be used for Christmas! Just that use alone will provide goodie boxes to teachers, to the person who unexpected drops off a gift, well, to anyone. Nothing like having a stash of goodies boxes on the ready during the holidays to reciprocate!! All this week we marveled at how fun they are to make. So I hope you scroll through and pick a favorite among all of the designers. Most have made a Christmas Cottage and picked another occasion or two. Link list at the bottom of my post…

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The Charming Cottage is available at Spellbinders and other retailers.

Giveaway

(This giveaway has ended.) No hop would be complete without a little something you could win :-) Leave a comment at any of the blogs and you may have a chance to win! We will be giving away one die of the winners choice, (excludes A Charming Christmas) to 1 commenter picked from the combined comments on all 6 six blogs and is open to international commenters. Winner will be posted on the Amazing Paper Grace blog on Monday, September 24, 2018.

Link List:

Joanna Wisniewska
Teresa Horner
Melissa Bove
Christine Emberson
Amazing Paper Gr ace
Alisha Barry

WR-Supplies
Stamps: None
Paper:  Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White – Cover – 80lb smooth, Gold Foil Paper, Coredinations
Ink:  None
Accessories:  Amazing Paper Grace Dies by Spellbinders, Charming Cottage,

Thanks so much for stopping by :-) Okay, I have to say it . . . . . . . we are almost to the 90 days before Christmas mark! Yikes!! It will be here before we know it. But then, that’s a beautiful thing.

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Chelsea JohnsonSeptember 19, 2018 - 9:46 am

What a charming little box! What a wonderful little package for goodies and treasures.ReplyCancel
EarlineSeptember 19, 2018 - 9:53 am

Love this have to get this dieReplyCancel
Patricia YoudellSeptember 19, 2018 - 9:55 am

Hi Becca
I am so excited to know you will be on Hochanda soon, I have already set my TV to record your shows.
This die set is so pretty and will be very useful for many occasions

Pat xReplyCancel
Joyce StewartSeptember 19, 2018 - 10:04 am

This is a charming little cottage….please, please, pretty please…..may I have it? I do hope so!ReplyCancel
Rai Lynn GuidoneSeptember 19, 2018 - 10:07 am

So cute!!ReplyCancel
MonikaSeptember 19, 2018 - 10:08 am

Oh, this is so cute! Love the detail on the front… would make a perfect addition to any house! The scalloped shingles look amazing. The red ribbon looks gorgeous to finish it off.ReplyCancel
Teresa M HornerSeptember 19, 2018 - 10:09 am

Love this adorable box!! You always make the cutest things :)ReplyCancel
DorisSeptember 19, 2018 - 10:13 am

Love everything you create. You are so gifted!ReplyCancel
ANN ROBBINSSeptember 19, 2018 - 10:26 am

Becca,
Those people in the UK are just lovin’ you the same way we do here in the states! Have a safe trip and will be watching!!
This is one of the sweetest dies for Christmas and as you say for lots of other occasions. I guess I better get started on Christmas cards!! Yikes!
Hugs
Ann RobbinsReplyCancel
KathymSeptember 19, 2018 - 10:27 am

So adorable!!!! All the designers are fabulous!!! Thank you!!ReplyCancel
hazel youngSeptember 19, 2018 - 10:31 am

Stunning die set and box, loving the decor xx hazelReplyCancel
Pamela KellySeptember 19, 2018 - 10:33 am

Adorable! Love it!
Hugs, PamReplyCancel
Christine SpringmanSeptember 19, 2018 - 10:42 am

This is adorable, perfect for gifts or someone moving into a new home.ReplyCancel
Denise BryantSeptember 19, 2018 - 11:11 am

Love this gorgeous cottage! So many beautiful details to make it extra special!ReplyCancel
Diane FSeptember 19, 2018 - 11:57 am

Aptly named, Becca! This is absolutely CHARMING! I can’t wait to see what is on the hop!ReplyCancel
ElaineSeptember 19, 2018 - 12:12 pm

Wonderful creations made with your fantastic Die Becca , you are always thinking what we would like , Thank You .
God Bless xxxReplyCancel
SandySeptember 19, 2018 - 12:29 pm

This little cottage is perfect for the sweet treats that are shared at the holidays. But, there are so many gift giving occasions during the year and this hop demonstrates so beautifully the versatility of this die. For wedding favors, it works perfectly! I loved Joanna’s “window” ideas and I can see it being used with the vignette dies, as well. Well done, Becca!ReplyCancel
Lynda Mellor aka Loopy LyndaSeptember 19, 2018 - 12:37 pm

Good morning Becca, love the gingerbread ?
Glad you’re on Hochanda again can’t wait!!!
Have a good one!!!
Loopy LyndaxxxReplyCancel
Beth JonesSeptember 19, 2018 - 1:18 pm

As always, Becca, you just have a way with everything
!—color, ribbon and embellishment design, and I just love this die–have ordered it and several from the new Christmas
Cottage collection!ReplyCancel
Carole StrawnSeptember 19, 2018 - 2:25 pm

This is lovely. I always make gift boxes or bags for our neighbors at Christmas and this would be a perfect addition. I can’t wait to see the other creations.ReplyCancel
Diana YockeySeptember 19, 2018 - 2:30 pm

I LOVE the color combination for Christmas and can imagine how cute it would be for any event/season/holiday. What a cute and versatile favor box!ReplyCancel
Brenda HopkinsSeptember 19, 2018 - 5:19 pm

A beautiful die and project. Thank you.ReplyCancel
LittlelambSeptember 19, 2018 - 5:22 pm

This is a lovely die and love the cottage you have made. Thank you.ReplyCancel
Noelene ApapSeptember 19, 2018 - 6:28 pm

Oh Becca I love all of your new dies! I can say I am addicted & probably a little broke now haha
I love this die, not only will it be versatile for many occasions but I think it’s a great one to use for Christmas projects for the kids, bit like when you make a gingerbread house with them, just less mess ;)
Can’t wait to see what the rest of the team has done with it, bet I will love them all just as much x
Have a lovely week! xReplyCancel
María Alba NegrónSeptember 19, 2018 - 6:40 pm

Hi Becca,

I am wanting this die so bad!!!!! Only you could come up with such gorgeousness!!!
I deduct by the dimensions that I can place a bag of 20 small home baked cookies in it.
Could you corroborate it? Thanks!

Cariños,
María AlbaReplyCancel
Becky GreenSeptember 19, 2018 - 7:25 pm

VERY SWEET, Becca!!!;) LOVE ALL of the little swirls on this little cottage, AND the little handle on the top! PERFECT for gift giving! ;) SUPER JOB, Becca! ;)ReplyCancel
Janice E BrummettSeptember 19, 2018 - 8:07 pm

What a pretty box. I can just see a Halloween box filled with goodies for the grandkids. Have to have this die!ReplyCancel
Beverly JordanSeptember 19, 2018 - 9:15 pm

With this charming a little gift box, it will become an heirloom!! Love the details especially!ReplyCancel
Dora BrownSeptember 19, 2018 - 9:19 pm

So many cute ideas! Always love seeing all your designs.ReplyCancel
AletSeptember 19, 2018 - 9:20 pm

Always so cuteReplyCancel
Betty McalisterSeptember 20, 2018 - 12:02 am

Hi Becca. Simply beautiful. A very versatile die as you and your ladies have shown. Some wonderful inspiration.
Will be away on holiday but have set record for Hochanda. XxReplyCancel
Tracey ASeptember 20, 2018 - 1:17 am

Wow Becca. What a beautiful box and absolutely gorgeous for Christmas. I was trying to be good, but it’s definitely on my wish list now. Looking forward to the shows on Hochanda.
Happy Crafting.
Tracey.xReplyCancel
Sandra BiggsSeptember 20, 2018 - 1:21 am

Wow the Christmas cottage die has so much potential. So versatile.
loved the blog.
Many thanks for all your work. Cant wait to see you on Hochanda.
xxReplyCancel
Sandra SmithSeptember 20, 2018 - 5:48 am

This cottage is so sweet and perfect for many different holidays and occasions. We always know that you will give multiple uses for your dies and we love it!ReplyCancel
Lorraine GallSeptember 20, 2018 - 7:28 am

I’m truly amazed at your creative abilities!! The versatility of this set knows no bounds!!ReplyCancel
Dana MSeptember 20, 2018 - 10:25 am

Oh what an adorable little cottage! You’ve included so many fantastic details. Such a beautiful die design!ReplyCancel
Marisela DelgadoSeptember 20, 2018 - 2:47 pm

You always make the cutest things! FABULOUS!!ReplyCancel
Jean TondySeptember 20, 2018 - 4:21 pm

Absolutely charming, it will bring a new meaning to your Christmas creations & is so innovative that it will see you through all seasons not forgetting wedding favours or even baby showers. Kudos to Spellbinders for such a lovely die x..ReplyCancel
Shelley BelshamSeptember 21, 2018 - 3:46 am

I am in absolute awe of your talent. You have been my inspiration for several years now. Thank you for sharing with us all.ReplyCancel
Katherine MitchellSeptember 22, 2018 - 1:42 pm

I am so pleased that you will be on our screens next week in the UK. Do hope you bring a good supply of this super cottage, just right for the Christmas table.ReplyCancel
EwelinaSeptember 23, 2018 - 1:19 pm

So beautiful, universal cotage to be use all year roundReplyCancel

September 14, 2018

Spellbinders September 2018 Introducing Blog Hop | A Charming Christmas

by Becca Feeken90 comments

Sweet Friends, Becca Feeken with Amazing Paper Grace here. I’m so excited to be able to showcase my new Christmas designs! In fact, we’re having another Spellbinders blog hop to celebrate new collections. Today I’m so tickled to show you a little more of A Charming Christmas Collection that was recently released! Stay tuned for giveaway details below, for the blog hop list and I also have some special dates to announce!! On Wednesday, September 19th the Amazing Paper Grace Creative Team will be having a Blog Hop to show you How to use the Charming Cottage for Year-Round Occasions. Oh, and on Tuesday, September 25th, I’ll be in the UK debuting a new collection on Hochanda – stay tuned for air times. So, let me tell you about this collection…

A Charming Christmas is a sweet little collection that you can use to make your Christmas Cards and to add that special love to your packages, presents, and holiday giving. They have a sweet, elegant and traditional flair but take on contemporary with just a change of colors and embellishments. Speaking of embellishments – I created the die sets so that they are personalized to claim them as Christmas by adding the charms that come with most sets. That means, when you are not using them for Christmas, most motifs can be used year round. I just love cozy things that remind me of all the beautiful holidays I’ve been blessed to live.

I just love the Charming Cottage – you can make it anything you want, today it’s a pretty box! Above, I simply took the cottage and embellished it to match my decor for the season and it’s ready for sweet treats!! I embellished it by adding the Snowflake Toppers and Borders and it added gold flowers with the Cinch and Go Poinsettia.

I’m already finding that I reach for the Holly Jolly Christmas Card Front often. It’s one of the easiest Christmas Cards I’ve made because the die does all the work. I used the frame as a background here and added a sentiment on top. This time my card is upright (portrait) but earlier I did a horizontal presentation along with the die cut sentiment that comes with the die. Easy peasy!

Stamps: Quietfire Design – What is Christmas
Paper: Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White – Smooth Cover Stock, Gold Mirror Board
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black
Accessories: Amazing Paper Grace Dies, A Charming Christmas Collection, Charming Cottage, Holly Jolly Christmas, Cinch and Go Poinsettia

Become a Gracelet :-)

If you are new to Amazing Paper Grace, hit the subscribe button to get notifications of each post. This blog is just like home to me – 10 years now – and it houses a huge series of picture galleries sortable by Die Name, By Color, By Card Size and By Occasion. I’d love it for you to join me and other Gracelets here. I love talking to fellow cardmakers – hit me up on Instagram or Facebook.

Giveaways

To celebrate this release, Spellbinders is giving away a $50 gift certificate to a lucky winner – selected from comments across all the blogs in the hop. The giveaway closes on Sunday, September 23rd, 2018. The winner will be announced in the blog hop post on Spellbinders blog on Monday, September 24th, 2018.

Blog Hop Order:

Here is the full list
Spellbinders

Becca FeekenYou are here :-)

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I hope you find inspiration along the way through all the folks participating in the Blog Hop. Enjoy and in the meantime, thanks so much for stopping by!!

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Jennifer SnyderSeptember 14, 2018 - 10:32 am

always exquisite and delicate. You have such a great sense of grace.ReplyCancel
RaquelSeptember 14, 2018 - 10:47 am

Another stunning piece of art. So delicate and beautiful. Thanks BeccaReplyCancel
Rai Lynn GuidoneSeptember 14, 2018 - 10:49 am

Lovely, as always!! Such an inspiration to maje pretty things.ReplyCancel
Lynda Mellor aka Loopy LyndaSeptember 14, 2018 - 10:50 am

Good morning Becca, good things ahead!!!
Bless you!!!
Loopy LyndaxxxReplyCancel
Carole StrawnSeptember 14, 2018 - 10:53 am

As always absolutely gorgeous. I love the use of gold and white on this card. It always creates such an elegant look.ReplyCancel
KathymSeptember 14, 2018 - 11:11 am

So brilliantly wonderful and elegant!! I am ordering all!!!ReplyCancel
Crafty CruiserSeptember 14, 2018 - 11:16 am

Absolutely gorgeous project and cards. So, so lovely, as usual – you never fail to inspire.
Doreen RReplyCancel
Pam KellySeptember 14, 2018 - 11:24 am

So very lovely. Thank you, Becca.
Hugs, and blessings,
PamReplyCancel
Nrice34102@gmail.comSeptember 14, 2018 - 11:32 am

Thank you for sharing the beautiful new projects! I love them all!!ReplyCancel
Jean MarmoSeptember 14, 2018 - 11:32 am

Simply stunning!ReplyCancel
Becky GreenSeptember 14, 2018 - 11:42 am

GORGEOUS, Becca!!!! You AUTOMATICALLY KNOW, that WHATEVER is inside, is SOMETHING SPECIAL with the outside of the package being SO GROGEOUS! ;) LOVE that gold foiled paper for elegant work, as your dies! JUST GORGEOUS!!!!ReplyCancel
Becky ReederSeptember 14, 2018 - 11:49 am

Love you designs, I can’t decide which I need most!ReplyCancel
Linda BatsonSeptember 14, 2018 - 12:08 pm

Becca, your cards are so elegant and classic. I can wait to see more of this collection.ReplyCancel
Sandra SmithSeptember 14, 2018 - 12:34 pm

So excited about your new collection and the blog hop! Each card is beautiful here so I’m looking forward to seeing the rest of the contributions.ReplyCancel
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Cynthia ColeSeptember 14, 2018 - 12:55 pm

Exceptionally beautiful projects!ReplyCancel
joy meadowsSeptember 14, 2018 - 12:59 pm

Love your elegant dies, Becca! Such beautiful cards you have made with them.ReplyCancel
Carol bSeptember 14, 2018 - 1:59 pm

Holly Jolly Christmas looks like a true “workhorse ” for making cards!
Carol bReplyCancel
EricaSeptember 14, 2018 - 3:05 pm

Very beautiful. It’s great to see women of color get the opportunity to design and share their talents with others.
Thanks,

Erica K.ReplyCancel
BECCA YAHRLINGSeptember 14, 2018 - 3:06 pm

Your beautiful creations never disappoint! Very lovely designs.ReplyCancel
Diana YockeySeptember 14, 2018 - 3:59 pm

Truly beautiful and inspiring as ever. You are so amazing and grateful that you share your talent with all of us!ReplyCancel
Kathy cavanessSeptember 14, 2018 - 4:37 pm

Easy but looks hard, elegant cards.ReplyCancel
Clare CurcioSeptember 14, 2018 - 5:11 pm

Very beautiful, Becca!ReplyCancel
bev pSeptember 14, 2018 - 5:21 pm

These are all simply beautiful. Thank you so much. Confession: I scrolled past the comment section at first, and there are a lot more lovely projects to see!ReplyCancel
justMarieSeptember 14, 2018 - 5:45 pm

Very pretty box!ReplyCancel
BunnySeptember 14, 2018 - 6:35 pm

Beautiful gift box and card. Actually it’s very elegant.

A decade is quite a milestone. Congratulations! We do love being Gracelits.ReplyCancel
Christine SpringmanSeptember 14, 2018 - 6:44 pm

Love it you always come up with the most beautiful dies . Your work is truly amazing. ChristineReplyCancel
Meghan KennihanSeptember 14, 2018 - 7:33 pm

I love the box… so elegant and delicate! Great use of gold on the Merry Christmas card too!ReplyCancel
Yvonne NicholsonSeptember 14, 2018 - 7:54 pm

Just love the beautiful cards and gift box, Becca you sure know how to make beautiful things.ReplyCancel
Christine JohnsonSeptember 14, 2018 - 8:30 pm

Oh my goodness! Beautiful collection! I have so many on my wish list! Love all your designs, Becca! Tfs Hugs, ChristineReplyCancel
Diane FSeptember 14, 2018 - 8:30 pm

Oh, Becca, your Christmas creations are so beautiful and inspiring! I just purchased Christmas Boughs and I can’t wait to play with it.ReplyCancel
Cindy ThickSeptember 14, 2018 - 9:01 pm

Beautiful and elegant cards.ReplyCancel
Kathy sSeptember 14, 2018 - 9:10 pm

As usual STUNNING creations with such a beautiful die set. Never fail to amaze me. Thanks for sharing and your inspiration.ReplyCancel
Peggy PSeptember 14, 2018 - 11:04 pm

I love your gorgeous creations. They are so stunning!ReplyCancel
L KelsaySeptember 14, 2018 - 11:39 pm

Your cards are always beautifulReplyCancel
shartlSeptember 15, 2018 - 1:37 am

Your projects are always amazing and so very elegant. The gold and white box is spectacular!ReplyCancel
Pam TASSeptember 15, 2018 - 4:26 am

Hi Becca simply GEORGEOUS ………….
You are so very inspiring with anything you do the die’s
you create , the stamps which have lovely words and
not to mention the beautiful BOWS we are all trying
to make ….( No one gets them like yours ) hugs Pam XXXReplyCancel
Diane RaglandSeptember 15, 2018 - 7:03 am

Your die designs are exquisite! Your beautiful creations never disappoint—these projects are stunning!ReplyCancel
Mary HolshouserSeptember 15, 2018 - 9:56 am

The frame is beautiful.
It makes for an elegant card
that highlights a lovely
sentiment. thanks for sharing
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DorisSeptember 15, 2018 - 10:11 am

Everything you make is just gorgeous! Thank youReplyCancel
Sara AlfordSeptember 15, 2018 - 11:42 am

Oh my Becca!
Our move was full of speed bumps, but here I am with computer up and the first click was on your website. I am breathless with your new collections. Being a Christmas baby my love for your “A Charming Christmas” lept to the fore. There are so many adjectives I could use to describe this particular “collection”, but angelic is best of all. the dies are dainty, lovely and sweet. Each new release seems more beautiful than the last. Thank you for your inspiration. My second click will be on Spellbinders to purchase this “collection”. God bless, SaraReplyCancel
Lillian ChildSeptember 15, 2018 - 12:23 pm

So very lovely!!! Thank you for sharing your talent and inspiration with all of us!!ReplyCancel
Sophia VidaSeptember 15, 2018 - 12:52 pm

Beautiful!!! Love these dies :)ReplyCancel
MichelleSeptember 15, 2018 - 1:07 pm

Oh Becca, I just love your dies. The cottage is adorable and would look great on my Christmas dinner plates as a little sweet thing inside. I borrowed my friends Charming Christmas die and working like crazy to finish some before she needs it back. It is absolutely stunning. Thank you so much.ReplyCancel
Adie Fane-HerveySeptember 15, 2018 - 1:32 pm

Elegantly stunningReplyCancel
MonikaSeptember 15, 2018 - 1:59 pm

Oh, I am in love with the poinsettia die! LOVE, love, love it. Such an elegant embellishment to that pretty box.ReplyCancel
Sharon gulliksonSeptember 15, 2018 - 2:19 pm

The vintage look is wonderful!ReplyCancel
Anne KumaranayagamSeptember 15, 2018 - 2:20 pm

Elegant and simple. Always helpful to see how others mix dies, fonts, layouts. Thanks so much for taking the time to post your work!ReplyCancel
Dj DSeptember 15, 2018 - 2:23 pm

What a gorgeous die and fabulous cards! TFSReplyCancel
Rose Mary SmalleySeptember 15, 2018 - 2:31 pm

Becca…has anyone told you that you are “Freeken” awesome at what you do? I am sure they have…LOL….and it is so true…..I have seen your work before and it is always such a piece of artwork….thank you so much for designing and making such beautiful pieces…..I look forward to seeing more…..hugsReplyCancel
Kirsty VittetoeSeptember 15, 2018 - 3:02 pm

They are all beautiful.ReplyCancel
Barb HousnerSeptember 15, 2018 - 3:09 pm

very beautiful cards –
beautiful set of dies
thanks for sharingReplyCancel
cyndi morrisSeptember 15, 2018 - 3:57 pm

Gorgeous, elegant projects — stunning.ReplyCancel
Peachy WSeptember 15, 2018 - 4:34 pm

Your dies are perfect for Christmas and some for everyday use as well. What a great Holiday collection, so pretty!ReplyCancel
Lynn HarrellSeptember 15, 2018 - 4:55 pm

So elegant and classy. Definitely going to add this die to my stash. Beautiful work as always. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel
Nelissa WintersSeptember 15, 2018 - 5:59 pm

Gorgeous cards, love those dies.ReplyCancel
Pam YoungSeptember 15, 2018 - 6:01 pm

Oh Becca, your creations are breathtaking!! I am really in love with the charming cottage dies!! A must have!!ReplyCancel
Nancy-AnneSeptember 15, 2018 - 9:29 pm

I love the frame on your first card!ReplyCancel
HelenSeptember 15, 2018 - 9:38 pm

Becca, these projects are absolutely stunning. The gold-foiled paper is a perfect choice for such elegant dies. tfsReplyCancel
Penny D WalkerSeptember 15, 2018 - 9:41 pm

Lovely cards and gift box. Love your elegant style. Thank you for your inspiration.ReplyCancel
Mary Sanders MacFadyenSeptember 16, 2018 - 12:31 am

You are right the frame does do most of the work. Thanks for pointing that out. I love what you have created. Very niçe.ReplyCancel
Mindy DrummondSeptember 16, 2018 - 12:52 am

I absolutely love your A Charming Christmas set. Your designs are always so elegant and beautiful. Both of your cards today are easy but stunning, definitely my type of card to make lol. Thanks for sharing and for all of your inspiration.ReplyCancel
Birgit NortonSeptember 16, 2018 - 6:47 am

Wow ~ Stunning and elegant! I love all your projects Bekka. You make the most beautifully detailed dies. ~~swoon~~ReplyCancel
Darlene ChristianSeptember 16, 2018 - 7:10 am

Beautiful as always. I’m so glad that Spellbinders has added you as one of their designers as I have enjoyed your creations for years.ReplyCancel
HussenaSeptember 16, 2018 - 7:22 am

A big WOW! I am in love with each and every project you have shared here, Becca. All your projects have such a elegant touch to them. I could never have thought to use the Snowflake Topper die as a border. Totally inspiring! Your dies are always so well thought out and designed. It’s been a real pleasure working with them. This Christmas collection is a must-have! <3ReplyCancel
Sheila LaneSeptember 16, 2018 - 8:06 am

Wow! You did an amazing job on all of them. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel
Lori PodolskySeptember 16, 2018 - 10:35 am

Your cards are always SO very elegant and classy, Becca! I always love to admire them! A treat for the eyes, for sure.ReplyCancel
JanellSeptember 16, 2018 - 3:15 pm

So many ways to use this. The box is beautiful.ReplyCancel
JackieASeptember 16, 2018 - 5:38 pm

Becca you design lovely dies and I own so many of them. They are elegant and versatile. Thanks and keep them coming. As always your projects are lovely!ReplyCancel
Sue DSeptember 16, 2018 - 9:40 pm

Your projects are so elegant!ReplyCancel
ShelleeSeptember 16, 2018 - 11:20 pm

Can’t wait to get this Christmas set! Your dies always give such inspiration!ReplyCancel
Diane Lynne ClemenSeptember 16, 2018 - 11:23 pm

The Holly Jolly etched dies are becoming a fast favorite of mine, too. I loved your added pearl touches around the frame. You make the most perfect bows EVER.ReplyCancel
Dee EarnshawSeptember 17, 2018 - 9:42 am

Wow I am blown away by your amazing projects – they are just so gorgeous – thanks for sharing :)ReplyCancel
Patti J.September 17, 2018 - 11:05 am

Oh, Becca…your designs just get more gorgeous with each new release! Loving the beautiful cards, and that box has stolen my heart. I have a group of 80+ ladies at church that I like to spoil with pretty treats. This will be in my in cart soon! Thanks for the inspiration!ReplyCancel
Peg ASeptember 17, 2018 - 1:45 pm

Becca, love, love, love your Angel & Holly Jolly Christmas dies the most. Of course, they’re on my buy list & will join my expansive Becca Feeken die collection.ReplyCancel
Denise BryantSeptember 17, 2018 - 11:21 pm

Gorgeous and elegant creations!ReplyCancel
Lynne WilcoxSeptember 18, 2018 - 12:02 pm

So pretty!ReplyCancel
Dana MSeptember 18, 2018 - 3:12 pm

Gorgeous projects! So many wonderful details, stunningly elegant.ReplyCancel
Miriam PrantnerSeptember 18, 2018 - 4:03 pm

These are lovely! That box is just so pretty and I could see it all done up in white for a baptism or wedding too!ReplyCancel
Lauryne CunninghamSeptember 18, 2018 - 6:21 pm

Your projects are stunning! I love all the detail and I can tell that everything you did was carefully done! Just beautiful!ReplyCancel
Connie WoodSeptember 18, 2018 - 10:13 pm

I am looking forward to purchasing some of these Christmas dies. I especially want the Christmas doily. Can’t wait.ReplyCancel
Nandini KarmarkarSeptember 18, 2018 - 10:34 pm

The new release is fabulous. I especially love the gorgeous dies. They are so intricate! And I love the inspiration cards.ReplyCancel
Leanne SSeptember 19, 2018 - 5:20 am

As always, very elegant. Love your die designs.ReplyCancel
Beverly JordanSeptember 19, 2018 - 9:18 pm

I love the gold mirror cardstocks used with these that turns them into such elegant displays with the intricate dies!ReplyCancel
Jean MarmoSeptember 21, 2018 - 8:55 pm

Everything you make is so elegant!ReplyCancel
connie woodSeptember 22, 2018 - 9:20 pm

Oh Becca! Those Christmas treat boxes are so elegant and charming. Your cards and boxes are always so beautiful.ReplyCancel
Anna RodgersSeptember 22, 2018 - 11:02 pm

This may be the sweetest blog post I’ve ever read on a hop! Thanks for making me feel welcome! And thanks for the “Charming” inspiration!ReplyCancel
Sharon RoselliSeptember 23, 2018 - 3:51 pm

So happy to of found your blog! Such beautiful Christmas cards I do A2 size but these are still inspiringReplyCancel
Teresa GodinesSeptember 23, 2018 - 6:10 pm

Stunning projects. Love all of the gold accents. TFSReplyCancel
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August 31, 2018

The Joy of Making for the Season | Amazing Paper Grace

by Becca Feeken44 comments

The Joy of Making for the Season is palpable when fall arrives. I just itch, just yearn to create. Back to when I was a girl and we would set aside a day to make Spritz Cookies in double-digit dozens. That was the best day ever and was one of many highlights during the holiday season. I love throwing my heart into it. The same goes with cardmaking. I love working through the year but something magical happens when we get into the season of giving. In these days, so sprinkled with hope, I suppose I dream about one of my cards gracing a home or one of my gifts tickling someone deep down in their soul.

I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to create some Christmas dies with my A Charming Christmas Collection. They are food for my yearning to create and I find myself looking forward to tinkering with them. Actually, this collection was designed a year ago, so I’ve been waiting with baited breath to create actual cards.

Joy of Making for the Season

I wanted to create a card with a bit of old world charm. Along with sultry old papers, I picked the Charming Snowflake Doily to highlight. I chose gold but I’ve seen this in both white and silver and those are next on my list. This is a die that can be used year round, but the petite snowflake charm makes it Christmas :-) It was fun to play!

A Pin for You

Are you creating yet? Time’s a wastin’!! I hope you get a sense of peace, gratitude and accomplishment from your works. Jump in, it’s the season!

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Beverly JordanSeptember 1, 2018 - 1:04 pm

Gorgeous card and die! I love creating but seem to do more experimenting. Then when I get with friends I will buckle down and do something productive. I set January and February for making Christmas cards as not to be in a rush. I’ve done all of this year’s already and will be designing for 2019 next.ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 1:30 pm
  
  Beverly, I’m picking myself up off the floor. You’re already done and were done by February! Please rub off on me – I need to follow your example!!ReplyCancel
Chelsea JohnsonSeptember 1, 2018 - 1:25 pm

That absolutely could not be prettier, Becca. What a gorgeous Christmas card! I can’t believe we’ve had to wait a whole year to see your Christmas collection (good thing you didn’t sneak-peek it to us and make us drool for a year!) Thank you for the beautiful inspiration!ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 1:32 pm
  
  Chelsea, thank you!! After the hustle and bustle of this year, I’m really grateful to turn my thoughts towards Christmas and have an opportunity to do some heartfelt creating!ReplyCancel
Karen RothSeptember 1, 2018 - 1:26 pm

I am so in love with this card. Everything is speaking elegance. When I see the ribbon I see Jesus.. The snowflake reminds me that I have been made white as snow. The gold reminds me of the streets of gold in heaven. Thank you for reminding me.ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:26 pm
  
  Thank you Karen!! Just knowing it inspired you in a positive way makes my heart sing!ReplyCancel
christiSeptember 1, 2018 - 1:34 pm

love all the layers and how they fit together. very pretty. any idea when your team will mail out the Friday winners?ReplyCancel
L KelsaySeptember 1, 2018 - 2:01 pm

Beautiful and so elegant. I always love your cards.ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:28 pm
  
  Thank you L Kelsey :-)ReplyCancel
Carolyn LSeptember 1, 2018 - 2:43 pm

Becca, I have followed you for years and every Christmas season your game escalates higher and higher. Truly impressive card idea (always with a gorgeous silk or satin bow) that is perfect in every single layer. Cannot wait to see the Rest of the Story!

Super idea, flipping Christmas card-making time! Thanks a millions to Beverly for sharing one of those simple, “who thought of that?”, genius traditions!ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:59 pm
  
  Carolyn, thanks for your sweet words!!ReplyCancel
Christine SpringmanSeptember 1, 2018 - 2:46 pm

Another beautiful set of dies. The card is gorgeous. Your cards inspire me and give me new ideas for card making. Enjoy your weekend. Quinty girlReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:59 pm
  
  Thank you Christine! So glad you’re inspired!ReplyCancel
Carol H.September 1, 2018 - 3:28 pm

Such a beautiful card! Love the snowflake doily die!ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:59 pm
  
  Thank you!!ReplyCancel
Becky GreenSeptember 1, 2018 - 5:22 pm

Hi Becca!
BEAUTIFUL CARD!!!! As I read your post, the question that came to me was, “What is YOUR favorite die that you’ve created? Of all the dies you’ve done?” I too LOVE the old world feel when it comes to Christmas! I haven’t started my card making for Christmas YET! LOL I am still working through birthdays here! But, some ideas have entered my head about what I will do for Christmas! ;)ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:57 pm
  
  Thank you Becky :-)ReplyCancel
Lynda Mellor aka Loopy LyndaSeptember 1, 2018 - 5:35 pm

Good morning Becca, love everything about this!!!
Have a good one!!!
Loopy LyndaxxxReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 2, 2018 - 12:00 am
  
  Thank you sweet friend!ReplyCancel
Kristine VencelSeptember 1, 2018 - 5:43 pm

A beautiful Becca design stunner! I can’t imagine where you find all the ideas for your stunning die designs. Love this new design.
Thank you for sharing.ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:53 pm
  
  Thank you Kristine. My pleasure, I’ve loved tinkering around!ReplyCancel
BunnySeptember 1, 2018 - 6:09 pm

This is really lovely. That snowflake charm is an “I want” item.ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:53 pm
  
  :-)ReplyCancel
KathymSeptember 1, 2018 - 6:56 pm

Yes, a Merry Christmas to all! Secretly I celebrate Christmas each day of the year. Shhhhh, just between us!!ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:53 pm
  
  Lol!! I think that’s a great practice!! :-)ReplyCancel
Jan Symonds AustraliaSeptember 1, 2018 - 8:10 pm

Very beautiful, surely to receive a stunning card like this would keep anyone smiling and grateful. Beautiful, thank you Becca. XX Jan ?ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:52 pm
  
  Thanks Jan!ReplyCancel
Sandra SmithSeptember 1, 2018 - 8:17 pm

This card is so beautiful and definitely has an old world feeling. I love that. Thank you, Becca for all the inspiration you share.ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:52 pm
  
  Thank you Sandra!!ReplyCancel
SuzzieQSeptember 1, 2018 - 8:26 pm

Beautiful card using your lovely and amazing dies. Yes, I have started on my Christmas cards. Very early start for me, but my fall will be occupied with a new adventure – no time for card making then.ReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:51 pm
  
  Thank you SuzzieQ. Hmmmm, your new adventure sounds, well, like an adventure. Congrats!ReplyCancel
Doris PetherbridgeSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:12 pm

Gorgeous card Becca. I so love everything you make. Always so elegant.
Thank youReplyCancel
- Becca FeekenSeptember 1, 2018 - 11:56 pm
  
  Thank you so much Doris!ReplyCancel
Pam TASSeptember 2, 2018 - 2:58 am

Hi Becca thanks for sharing ! love your work I get
soooo much inspiration from your work you are
the best and your work is so elegant !
Been in my room with a pkt of tim tams and a hot chocolate
it’s the second day of SPRING here YA ……… Still some snow
in the high country and 1 and 2 deg at night but we live in hope lol
Take care hugs Pam XXReplyCancel
BenteSeptember 2, 2018 - 4:28 am

Beautiful card :))
Your Christmas collection dies are absolutely gorgeous!ReplyCancel
Debi AdamsSeptember 2, 2018 - 4:43 am

Ah, Becca. Never anything less than the prettiest! You have a clean, tasteful and elegant style that is timeless. I love getting your latest blog updates to see what you’ve been up to. This one is another beauty!ReplyCancel
ANN ROBBINSSeptember 2, 2018 - 8:03 am

Hi Becca,
ANother georgous card. Love how you brought the cookie making into your blog. Isn’t it something we did as children that makes our memories so special especially at CHRISTMAS!
I will be starting my cards (don’t do as many as I used to)soon. I now belong to a die cut echange so that is keeping me busy especially when they see your dies in my collection and I am happy to share die cuts with them. Have a great Sunday and bless you.
Hugs
Ann RObbinsReplyCancel
Crafty CruiserSeptember 2, 2018 - 9:03 am

Stunning card, Becca. This charming snowflake doily really is charming and can be used all year around too. Clever you!
Doreen RReplyCancel
Dianne SchlegelSeptember 2, 2018 - 10:10 am

Another beauty Becca – very inspiring! DianneReplyCancel
Carol RossouwSeptember 2, 2018 - 2:01 pm

Your cards never disappoint Becca. This is stunning!ReplyCancel
Denice with a "c"September 4, 2018 - 6:24 am

This card is just stunning. I love the colors and the elegance and LOVE that bow. I am actively working on my Christmas cards now. I make about 60 and try to hand deliver all of them. I really hate mailing things like this in the mail. Not only does it cost a lot to do so but I really enjoy the response of those I give a card to. The cards have a lot of heart and love put into them and their response is so heartwarming to me. God bless…Denice with a “c”ReplyCancel
JennigladwinSeptember 4, 2018 - 11:58 am

Cannot find the snow flake dieReplyCancel
Charlotte ZweigoronSeptember 5, 2018 - 1:48 pm

I teach a card making class at the local community center. We are not as advanced as some of your followers but decided last year that we would devote one class per month to Christmas cards. It has been a fun adventure and I think everyone is ready for Christmas card time this year. You are always one of my greatest inspirations and I always present you to my ladies as my mentor in card making. This card will be one of our monthly projects, if you don’t mind. I love it..!ReplyCancel
Teresa StevensSeptember 15, 2018 - 9:50 am

Oh my goodness! Your cards are the epitome of Christmas elegance. They are heirloom pieces for sure! Thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

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