Hi there blog friends. I didn’t mean to be away so long but I wasn’t really away, I just wasn’t able to sit at the desk. My pinched nerve is back except the doctor doesn’t think its a pinched nerve. It’s a long story but the boot I’ve been wearing while avoiding foot surgery for the last year has caused my hip some problems. I’m trying to move forward with the foot surgery now but that seems to be easier said than done as another obstacle has cropped up. Fall down (figuratively), get back up! No worries, I managed to get into the studio – it’s the best medicine I could have taken today!!
For my card today I’m using a sentiment from Our Daily Bread DesignsSacred Season set and was tickled that it fit right inside my ornament die cut. I stacked Spellbinders 2011 Heirloom ornament (cut as a frame and wrapped with seam binding) on top of Spellbinders 2010 Heirloom Ornament. For the corners of the main panel I used Spellbinders Lace Doily Motifs. I added a little bit of lace and a little bit or ruffled seam binding and pearls. Heavens, this took me forever but it sure feels good to make a card and set aside my worry. I hope you can do the same. While I was on break I thought about how therapeutic card making has been for me – it’s the best stress reliever I know :-) I’m so blessed.
Sorry to read of your hip and foot problems, but very happy to hear from you. I was getting very worried. You never stay away from you blog for so long. Take care of yourself!!
Gorgeous card too! Love the wrapped seambinding technique.ReplyCancel
Dee in N.H.November 27, 2011 - 9:30 am
Gorgeous card Becca! Sorry you are not feeling the greatest but really glad to hear from you. Hopefully when you are able to get your foot fixed it will help with the other stuff! Making a card or just getting inky is so good for the soul!ReplyCancel
Love your latest card and especially how your wrapped the ornament with seam binding, it gave it some a homey feel, AND I also love the narrow ribbon that used for your sweet little bow on top of the ornament. So glad to see you back on-line. Sorry to hear that you are still struggling with your foot issues and hopefully you’ll be able to have the surgery sooner than later in hopes to get your body back to feeling “normal” again. Wishing you all the best.ReplyCancel
JoAnn B.November 27, 2011 - 9:49 am
WOW, this is gorgeous. Love everything about it. Sorry you are having problems with your foot and hip. Sending prayers your way.ReplyCancel
What you do with dies is just incredible! Beautiful creation!ReplyCancel
Sharon KreutzerNovember 27, 2011 - 9:55 am
Sorry to hear about your back/hip/foot situation,
Becca, I too experienced something like that .
Get the foot taken care of and maybe many of the other
situations will go away too. Love the way you mix so
many different factors into your creations. Thanks for
using your talents and sharing them with us.ReplyCancel
Judy I, St. Louis MONovember 27, 2011 - 9:58 am
Welcome back. I’ve missed you. You never cease to amaze me. With all your health problems you are still able to create wonderful projects. Your latest card is gorgeous. I love how you did the seam binding.ReplyCancel
Gorgeous card, Becca! I’m sorry you are having so many problems! I hope that the obstacles will be cleared away soon. Have a wonderful week!ReplyCancel
PJNovember 27, 2011 - 10:03 am
!YAY! You’re back! I was getting worried about you :) You’re my first blog I visit my list of favorite bloggers. The card, as usual, is gorgeous!!!!!ReplyCancel
What a wonderful project. Sorry to hear you are having problems, pray that it will be resolved sooner than later. Thank you for sharing even though you are not feeling the greatestReplyCancel
Fabulous card, Becca, and the perfect lace & pearl embellishments too.ReplyCancel
MickieNovember 27, 2011 - 10:19 am
So sorry about all your problems, sending prayers up for you. This is a beautiful card Becca and yes card making is great therapy!ReplyCancel
DeniceNovember 27, 2011 - 10:21 am
I was thinking …….. when The Word talks about Beauty for Ashes, how much those words fit you. What ever you are dealing with, you always take the ashes and turn them into beauty. God bless you , Becca, my friend amid the ashes….. Hugs and Love ……. DeniceReplyCancel
lizNovember 27, 2011 - 10:26 am
Yeah as everyone I was thinking about you ( sent you and email) knew something had to be going on for you to be away. So sorry to hear of your foot and hip issue, My hip goes out quite a bit and I know how hard it is to sit and make a card and put the time into it that I want to. Please take crare of yourself and let us know if/when you are going in for your surgery .Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers always.ReplyCancel
I am so sorry to hear about your troubles Becca. It makes me sad to think of you in pain. I am glad you were able to get some therapy in today – this is gorgeous. I am praying for you honey.ReplyCancel
Hi Becca! Prayers continue here as well! Well, it sure looks like you saved up some mojo while you were resting, because this card is over-the-top gorgeous! I love every detail! So clever how you wrapped the seam binding…wow! Sending lots of love and hugs your way! Blessings, AngieReplyCancel
Sorry to hear about your troubles, I did like the line “While I was on break I thought about how therapeutic card making has been for me – it’s the best stress reliever I know” and I have to agree with you. I came home from a very unsettling meeting, lots of bad feeling and bad temper! I went into my craft room with a thumping headache and came out later feeling totally calm and pain free.
Absolutely beautiful card! Becca, I hope you are feeling better soon. This had to be extremely painful. Moving forward, I hope you surgery is successful, as well as the therapy I am sure you will have to go through. I will be saying a prayer for you.
Becca, I am so very pleased to see you back blogging and was getting VERY concerned. I will have to get your phone number from Jan so I can call next time. I would love to come over and be your “fingers” for projects, yea right, like anyone could!! No one can take your place, but we sure learn from your creations!!! I always take away a tid bit or two or three from each post.
You are in my thoughts and prays.
Sharon DoolittleReplyCancel
HeatherNovember 27, 2011 - 10:42 am
Absolutely stunning, as always! :) Praying all goes well with your foot, hip and whatever else … God knows and that’s all that matters :)ReplyCancel
MargNovember 27, 2011 - 10:42 am
What an elegant and unbelievable card. I am sure that it took you a long time, as you said, but the end result is so worth it. I do hope your foot and back troubles get sorted out. Dealing with health issues can be a bit frustrating at times.ReplyCancel
shawneegalNovember 27, 2011 - 10:51 am
Oh Becky, first of all I want to send wishes to you for a fast recovery from your foot and hip problems. I know the pain they can cause. I’m sorry it has kept you from creating since that is what you are so wonderful doing. This card is gorgeous and I love reading how you mix elements from different machines and the ones you make yourself, to create such beautiful items. You amaze me each card you make with the beauty makes me wish so much that I was half as talented as you are.
Hope you soon are pain free and back to enjoying your crafting and card making.ReplyCancel
Cindie DNovember 27, 2011 - 10:51 am
Beautiful card! I am lifting you up in prayer. God Bless you!ReplyCancel
Glad you are back Becca! I am sorry to hear about your issues with pain and discomfort and wish you a speedy healing process. Your new card is glorious and speaks volumes of the therapeutic properties of making art! It is truly heaven sent :D
You are in my prayers…
Hugs,
Beth PReplyCancel
Sorry to hear you are not feeling well, hope you recuperate soon. Your card is wonderful as always. love it. hugs, Frances.ReplyCancel
christiNovember 27, 2011 - 10:59 am
so glad to see your back if only here or there. i definately understand the falling apart stuff. getting old is not for sissies! your card is gorgeous.ReplyCancel
BarbaraNovember 27, 2011 - 11:02 am
Well I missed you and glad your back! Was having Becca withdrawals, not a good thing!ReplyCancel
SuziNovember 27, 2011 - 11:13 am
Beautiful card! Of course! You never cease to amaze! TFS! Hope you checked out my lead on lace remnants. It’s a great deal and beautiful lace.ReplyCancel
Carol FroehlichNovember 27, 2011 - 11:14 am
Sorry about your back problems but very grateful you are still with us.
Beautiful card Becca. Thank you.ReplyCancel
JaniceNovember 27, 2011 - 11:17 am
Glad to see you are back and with yet another inspiring card. We were all starting to worry something terrible had happened, as it had been so long between posts.
Sorry to hear you are having all these problems with your health and being in pain is no fun at all – let’s hope you can get the treatment sorted soon and get back to enjoying your card making.ReplyCancel
MarisaNovember 27, 2011 - 11:28 am
Gorgeous card. Love the pearls outlining the ornament. So sorry to hear of your back and foot issues. Hopefully things will sort themselves out as you move forward with decisions regarding treatment. Glad your stamp room provided you some comfort :)ReplyCancel
BobbiNovember 27, 2011 - 11:32 am
I’m so sorry to hear of your health problems. I pray all goes well with your surgery, and you are back on the top of your game soon. I love you your work, and admire your wonderful gift. Take care, and have a blessed holiday.ReplyCancel
EileenNovember 27, 2011 - 11:33 am
Sorry to hear you are in such pain but an old doctor once told me that the longer you have pain, the mind copes with it and the less you feel it…and it’s true, you can get used to living with pain but I hope you don’t have to for too long. Your card is an inspiration to us all, thank you once again Becca, it is beautiful!
LOL EileenReplyCancel
Cynthia WilliamsonNovember 27, 2011 - 11:40 am
Hi Becca,
Sorry you are not well. I was beginning to worry that something was wrong and am really happy to see you back. Hips seem to be a daily topic among my friends and I lately. Hope you are better soon because we are a very selfish bunch and miss our regular doses of “Beccaness”
Your card as usual is very elegant and you are very inspiring.
Lots of good wishes,
CynthiaReplyCancel
Sorry to hear about the new pain you have but thankful for the therapy (card making). I don’t have those pains, just stress but I find the worst days I ave the better my cards look. It is my therapy and artistic output.ReplyCancel
Pat HarveyNovember 27, 2011 - 11:43 am
Becca, So sorry to hear all your going thru, I can relate to the pain…I have rheumatoid arthritis and bought a pair of sketcher shoes, the kind that rock…well long story short, because of those (terrible) shoes, it threw off my gait and I could barely walk…it took about 3 months and if I walk for long periods of time still bothers my hip and back. My doctor told me when people get boots to wear on a injured foot they have the other shoe built up so not to do that. I hope your feeling better soon! Take care…ReplyCancel
Nancy LahrNovember 27, 2011 - 11:49 am
Becca, take care of yourself. And I agree, card making is so theraputic when you are not feeling well.ReplyCancel
Beautiful Becca! Praying for the Great Physician’s healing hand.ReplyCancel
Debbie BNovember 27, 2011 - 11:50 am
What a neat idea to wrap the die cut in the seam binding. Nice job. Good to hear from you. I know you are busy but I miss seeing you every day!ReplyCancel
Oh Becca I’m so sorry to hear about the foot and hip. You are going to kick yourself for putting of the surgery for so long. I did. :) For me it was just my great toe (it’s now held together with tiny wires, screws and staples) but it is amazing how once that was fixed my hips, back, neck and other foot all suddenly felt better. Whodathunk it. I hope you can get it done soon. When something prevents you from doing what you love you simply must do something about it.
Your card as always is a pure delight.
Blessings BernieReplyCancel
LalaNovember 27, 2011 - 12:02 pm
Ohhh, so glad you are back. Have been thinking about you every day. Sorry to hear about your problems. I have posted in my craft space a saying that goes something like this “Doing and Making are acts of hope, and as that hope grows we stop being overwhelmed by the troubles of the world.” I believe it’s true. And Becca, don’t ever forget that your beautiful creations are an inspiration to all of us. Thank you and God Bless.ReplyCancel
Frannie CameroNovember 27, 2011 - 12:06 pm
Beautiful card…always beautiful…all your cards and crafts.
I am happy you were able to go to your studio and craft a little. I am sorry to hear of your pain. I will keep you in my prayers and hope all gets well soon.ReplyCancel
I am so glad you are back because you have been missed and I am so sorry to hear that one thing has caused another issue. Our bodies are such a marvel and such a curse sometimes. Your card is stunning and it’s so nice that you found making it therapeutic. I am always slow at making cards but that just extends the therapy so who cares.
Hugs!
CecReplyCancel
Suzi YerkesNovember 27, 2011 - 12:31 pm
Becca, I am so sorry to hear about your health problems. If it is of any consequences, I have had 3 foot surgeries on the same foot and everything has turned out fine. It really isn’t a big deal, but the hip thing might straighten itself out when you get your foot fixed. I wish you speedy recovery and health. After foot surgery just prop your leg up to a comfortable height and keep making those beautiful projects. I am glad that you decided to go into your studio and relax and get your mind off things. As always you make the most amazing cards.ReplyCancel
So glad to have you back!!! Sorry to hear about the health issues – hope that they can be resolved soon. Love what you have created here – but Becca you are costing me money!!! Every time I visit your blog another item is added to my wish list!!
Becca we have all missed. You have so many people who love you and are praying for you. We are all sending you healing prayers and healing thoughts of love. This card was amazing like all of your beautiful cards. I missed you. We finally moved to Olympia, Wa and I don’t have my craft room yet as we are renting until we close on our house so I will live through your cards to keep me inspired. God Bless you and heal you.ReplyCancel
lois skiathitisNovember 27, 2011 - 12:44 pm
I’m so sorry to hear that you are not feeling so well. I’ll continue to keep you on my prayer list. Take care of yourself. Your card is beautiful Becca. Love all of the die-cutting on this one. Beautiful DP chosen. That ornament is so pretty as it is tied up with a pretty bow. I love how the ornament houses the sentiment. Beautiful work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel
Oh, Becca. So sorry to hear about your problems. My prayers are with you. I too was begining to wonder when we’d next hear from you and then we get this wonderful, as always, card. Just beutiful, Becca. Hope everything works out well for you soon.ReplyCancel
I was wondering why there were no posts from Amazing Grace in my inbox. Now I know why. I hope & pray things get better for you. I know how it feels to have leg problems having them myself. Will pray for you. And oh your card is beautiful as always.ReplyCancel
Jacquelyn AlexanderNovember 27, 2011 - 1:09 pm
What a beautiful card. I live the effect of seam binding on the ornament. You are some talented!ReplyCancel
Sherry107November 27, 2011 - 1:11 pm
So glad you are back! Did you know they started a “where is Becca”!!! On SCS!!! We all missed you-so sorry you are having more troubles-You card is beautiful! As always!! thanks sdo much for sharing your great talent with us all! Praying for better days for you!ReplyCancel
I just love your work and your creativity on your cards. Thank you for sharing. I hope you had a great Thanksgiving.
Have a great day :)
DelamaReplyCancel
RebekkaNovember 27, 2011 - 1:17 pm
What a gorgeous card Becca, love all those pearls. I do hope all will be well with you.ReplyCancel
Becca, a most beautiful card, one that makes me feel at peace, thank you for it.. hope it helps you too.. Remember God is our healer and and we must lean on him which I know you do.. You will be okay, of that I am sure, your faith will pull your through, but extra prayers help, so my prayers are flying down your way.
Hugs, JeanReplyCancel
Dottie DavisNovember 27, 2011 - 1:49 pm
We have all missed your beautiful creations but more importantly we are praying for your health issues. Along with my husbands horrendous back surgery came an army of prayer warriors….out of the woodwork, so to speak. Wow. We are so encompassed round about with God’s love and grace as we go through everyday trials of life. He is faithful and what he started he will finish. Truly, the joy he gives is our strength. I never understood that til I began praising Him for everything and then noticed I was so happy no matter what. Amazing. He is faithful to his children.ReplyCancel
So sorry to hear of your health issues and really have missed seeing your beautiful work. Sending prayers for a speedy recovery from far across the ocean. Hang in there, we are thinking of you!!ReplyCancel
Mary HavlovicNovember 27, 2011 - 2:01 pm
Hi Becca. Just to let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers and wishing you a speedy recovery.ReplyCancel
Francie (Montreal)November 27, 2011 - 2:27 pm
Like everyone, I too was worried and have missed you. Hope your foot and hip problems are resolved soon. How hard this must be for you! You have way more than your fair share of difficulties. I’ll pray and send hugs daily. On a happy note, what a wonderful card, Becca. Seems like your bottled up creativity has exploded into this magnificent card. You’ve outdone yourself yet again. This I think is my all time favourite. Do
take good care of yourself, dear lady. I hope you are back on your feet soon.ReplyCancel
Lynne IngramNovember 27, 2011 - 2:35 pm
Becca: You have been missed. You make the most exquisite cards. May you feel well soon. Surgery is no fun but hopefully it will fix both the foot and the back/hip problem. I have bursitis in my right hip so I know how anoying that pain can be. Merry Christmas and happy card making.ReplyCancel
Sorry to hear you’re not feeling up to par. As someone who has done the surgery/illness route, I know it’s not easy. Glad your beautiful creations give you some stress relieve! I know they sure do brighten my day! This one is just lovely, the wrapped frame is so clever!ReplyCancel
janeyNovember 27, 2011 - 3:22 pm
Glad to hear you are finding some mental relief to your physical state of body, by stamping. We all benefit from your stress relief….thank you!
Oh my I hope you take care and have no new surprises. I spent 4 months in that air cast (boot) this year and still feel it in my knees and back.
Your card is another beauty and love your use of layers sweetie.
Take careReplyCancel
MNovember 27, 2011 - 4:03 pm
Really missed your posts Becca! Hope things start looking up. I too find card making to be therapeutic and a stress buster.ReplyCancel
Oh Becca I was wondering what was happening for you.
I know what you mean about standing/walking lop-sided playing havoc with your back – for me it resulted in repeated migraines for a while!
Do hope you can get the surgery you need soon. I was supposed to have foot surgery some years back, but it would have meant 6 weeks in plaster at least, so I put it off as I was too busy and didn’t have time for it!! My lifestyle has changed since then and I don’t have the pain, so now I can live with it.
Beautiful card – and yes card making is such good therapy – and far cheaper than a counselor – although we have the Mighty Counselor to go to.
So sorry to learn you’ve not been well. Now it’s time for us to pray for you. God works through the prayers of His people!! I know!! Thanks for sharing your God-given talents with us. Blessings to you, too – and lotsa luv. JocReplyCancel
kim r.November 27, 2011 - 4:34 pm
Another beautiful card! Thank you for sharing it. Will be praying for you.ReplyCancel
EdieNovember 27, 2011 - 4:45 pm
Been missing you. Glad you werre able to get back in your studio and make a card. Praying for you.ReplyCancel
A gorgeous card Becca! I love everything about it. My heart hurts for you knowing you are in so much pain. I will be praying for you!ReplyCancel
RubyNovember 27, 2011 - 6:03 pm
I just love this card… but sorry to hear you’re not feeling good. I know about back pain, so I do sympathize with you. I will pray for a speedy recovery and you’re back in the studio wowing us (is that really a word!) Tks for sharing your creations.ReplyCancel
Harriet ClarkNovember 27, 2011 - 6:16 pm
Your creativity knows no bounds, Becca, even when you’re in pain. I’m sending healing thoughts your way, and will keep you in my prayers. You are such a blessing to all of us, in every way. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?ReplyCancel
JeanNovember 27, 2011 - 6:17 pm
Hi Becca! I’ve missed you and was wondering if you were feeling okay, nice that you’re back and so sorry to hear that you are having back troubles. Hopefully you’ll get scheduled for the foot surgery soon. Thank you for sharing your creativity in your beautiful card.
All those little question marks in my last post were supposed to show up as little hearts! They were hearts on my screen, but not when it posted. Oops! Sorry!!ReplyCancel
EveleneNovember 27, 2011 - 6:22 pm
Your creations have always been a source of joy for me each time I visit your blog. But more than your posts, it is your loving persona that endears you to me. This card is another eye-popper. I hope and pray that God’s healing hand will be upon you. No matter how much pain you’ve been going through, nothing is too difficult for Him because you are His precious child.
Hi Becca,
Sorry t hear about your health issues. I sure hope all works out well. I have had several surgeries on my feet and still have trouble with my hips, back and feet. Foot surgery is not fun. I will be praying to the feet God’s for a speedy recovery for you. Make sure you stay on top of your pain meds after your surgery. There are so many tiny bones in the feet and the healing can be trying if you do not stay on top of the pain with meds.ReplyCancel
Linda CarsonNovember 27, 2011 - 7:59 pm
Bless your heart! Nothing worse than pain! Hopefully you’ll get relief soon! This card is dazzling and truly elegant! Wish I were on your Christmas card list!ReplyCancel
What a beautiful card. Will be praying for you.ReplyCancel
Darlene PNovember 27, 2011 - 8:54 pm
Sorry you haven’t been feeling well lately. I’m glad this GORGEOUS card offered you some relief. As always, thank you for taking the time to share your creativity. Your designs are truly inspiring.ReplyCancel
Absolutely stunning card Becca! Will be remembering you in prayer for a good solution and relief from pain. We thank you for the blessing of sharing your artistic creativity…God is so good and we are blessed! Happy Holidays as we remember the reason for the seaon.
Jan CastleReplyCancel
Magi DuncanNovember 27, 2011 - 9:17 pm
Hi, Becca! I was wondering where you had gone to! Sorry to hear about your foot and hip issues, though! I will keep you in my prayers . . . Beautiful card – you are always such an inspiration! Take care and God Bless! Hugs, MagiReplyCancel
chaunNovember 27, 2011 - 9:41 pm
Creativity is a great stress-reliever and takes one’s mind off of troubles. You are in my prayers!ReplyCancel
Becca~Your creativity is God given and you do it so well. I know he will bless you with a quick recovery with your upcoming foot surgery. Hang in there and keep the creativity flowing! Hope you are feeling 100% real soon.ReplyCancel
So sorry to hear about your foot and hip. It just seems like a domino effect (my husband had knee surgery, thru off his hip and back) but things will get better, hopefully sooner, than later. Your card is gorgeous, great to have you back!!!
CindyReplyCancel
Vicky SchmidtNovember 28, 2011 - 1:34 am
I miss you Becca. Hope you will be pain free soon. I have to have surgery on my knee this morning so will not be on the computer for a while.
I love your card. you sure do beautiful work.
VickyReplyCancel
AngelNovember 28, 2011 - 4:00 am
Hello,Becca!I love your card.Your card is gorgeous,great to have you bask!!!Angel.ReplyCancel
Just gorgeous and what a wonderful idea to combine both year’s ornaments. Fabulous!!ReplyCancel
Rachel BrooksNovember 28, 2011 - 6:28 am
Sorry to learn of your problems. Yes, feet are the core to our whole spinal system. I’ve had surgery on both feet and after fracturing my femur last spring, it did a number on that hip. Dec. 13 I have hip replaced, and can’t wait to be free of the pain and uncertainty every time I go to stand up wondering if I can walk or not! I’m told both hips have arthritis, but it’s only the right one that hurts, so hope one operation will take care of the problem. Don’t put off foot surgery. I was fortunate to go to podiatrist rather than osteo doctor, so had NO PAIN at all, as they didn’t use a tourniquet. I was waiting for all the pain I’d heard about and they just laughed and said that the pain is from the tourniquet most osteo doctors use when operating. Good luck. Prayers will be with you!ReplyCancel
JessicaNovember 28, 2011 - 7:22 am
Lovely card! I’m sorry to hear you’ve had some health issues. I’ll send up a prayer that they don’t last long and all goes well with the foot surgery!
Hugs, JessicaReplyCancel
Kelly SasNovember 28, 2011 - 9:29 am
Missed you and your creative talent so very much Becca! So sorry to hear you are in pain and battling medical issues. Thanks for taking time to inspire me – I love your work and I admire you personally. I will be praying for you to heal and the doctors to have the knowledge and skill to help you too.ReplyCancel
Oh Wow, Gorgeous, I so love the wrapping of the die and the layering, such perfect framing for the sentiment.
Sure hope you can get the surgery soon so that you don’t have to keep experiencing this back pain, isn’t it crazy how one thing can lead to another.ReplyCancel
bethann dNovember 28, 2011 - 10:58 am
so lovely as all of your creations are. but i have the materials to make something that may turn out to be remotely like yours. yippeeReplyCancel
Bert RiveraNovember 28, 2011 - 11:16 am
Glad your back, sorry to hear you have had some big medical problems. Pain is always a big problem when in involves backs, hips and legs. Hope you are feeling better. Your art continues to amaze.ReplyCancel
BECKY DAYNovember 28, 2011 - 11:40 am
SUCH A BEAUTIFUL CARD. BUT ALL OF YOUR ITEMS ALWAYS ARE. THE COLORS ARE VERY SOOTHING AND THE LAYOUT IS ALSO VERY QUIET BUT BEAUTIFUL. THANX FOR SHARING. PRAYING FOR YOU.ReplyCancel
LindylooNovember 28, 2011 - 1:16 pm
Hi Becca, I have only been checking your blog for a very short time but I love your work and did wonder why you had not posted for a while. I am truly sorry to hear you have been in so much pain. Be strong, you have been given the strength to cope I promise you. I have been living with spinal pain for 12 years after car accident and spinal surgery and the good side to it is that it gave me the opportunity to try new crafts including cardmaking. I love your style and am always smiling when I see and read your cards and blog. Please be well soon. Thank you for all your inspiration. Best Wishes Linda (S.Wales, UK)ReplyCancel
MegNovember 28, 2011 - 1:25 pm
Glad to see you back. Was worried when I didn’t see a new entry on your blog for so long. sorry you are having so much pain & issues. Will pray foot surgery goes well and eliminates at least that problem. Thank you for your beautiful projects. May you continue to be able to get to the studio.ReplyCancel
RuthyNovember 28, 2011 - 1:41 pm
God bless you and yours Becca, will pray surgery goes well and you heal quickly. With love.ReplyCancel
SaraNovember 28, 2011 - 3:15 pm
Becca, such a beautiful card. I do hope your foot surgery can take place soon so you can start mending. God Bless.ReplyCancel
It’s good to see you back, Becca. Sorry about the foot and hip problems. I hope that will all be resolved soon.
Love the card. I know about the theraputic effect of doing our art. It’s possible to lose yourself in the creative process and find peace in making something beautiful or appealing to others.Keep on going. You will find the grace and the strength to deal the the restReplyCancel
SusanNovember 28, 2011 - 7:22 pm
I’ve sent a healing prayer out for you Becca. So sorry to hear that you are not doing as well as we would all like you to be. Thanks for taking the time to share your latest creation.ReplyCancel
Patty W.November 29, 2011 - 12:07 am
Becca, I just knew something was up, when we didn’t hear from you for quite awhile. I really hoped you were just out having a good time. I’m so sorry you’ve been in pain! I am still keeping you in my prayers. I know that God is watching over you and guiding the hands of your doctors, so that you will be well soon! Thank you for the beautiful and inspiring card! It’s awesome! ( I just about panic when I think how close Christmas is!) Girl, you’ve worked your magic again! Thank you, now I can get on with making my cards. Hugs and blessings! Patty W.ReplyCancel
Hi Becca. God has blessed you with a wonderful gift of creativity. He has also blessed you with crafting sisters that support you in prayer and I am one of them. Hugs, Prayers and blessings from the Wonderland of Snow in Canada.ReplyCancel
Hi Becca, I love this card so much, Ihope you don’t mind that I have made one using your idea. Mine is not anywhere as lovely as yours, but your inspiration is what makes me do this, Take care.ReplyCancel
Good morning dear blog friends! There’s lots to cover today so here’s the short version — a card and matching box and a video to show you how, a new background stamp, questions about paper for the honeycomb ornament and a surprise tonight at midnight — read my entire post to get all the details! Okay, now the long version, lol!! I have a project to show today and a video to accompany it, that I’ve been trying to get to since the beginning of October. It feels great to have it done! Remember the Hexagon Box I made last month? Since it was very clean and simple, today I’ve gussied it up and given it a vintage flavor using some of my favorite Romantique Prima paper.
The hexagon box allows for so much embellishment that I just know it will be my “go to” box for a while to come. I know I’ve mentioned that I love for the box to be a part of the gift and I don’t want them to be tempted to throw it away. It feels sturdy so I know it can be used for other things after the gift is removed. The best part of the box is that the walls of the box lend themselves so stamping and especially using borders. I’m using a new background stamp by JustRite Stampers, the Scrolled Vine Background Stamp. I’m a background stamp kind of girl, so I stamped the Scrolled Vine Background stamp right on top of some subtle paper to get the effect I wanted for both the card and the box.
I’m going to have to get used to the video processing time now that I’ve moved to HD, yikes!! With my flip video it used to take 8 minutes max to render the video, now it takes two hours to send to my computer and about 45 minutes to upload to YouTube! I’m shortening the learning curve but my brain is aching, lol!! For those of you who are interested in doing the Honeycomb Ornament tutorial, many have emailed me to say they are having trouble finding paper. Apparently the paper I’ve used is no longer stocked at Hobby Lobby. I’m soooo sorry – I’ve seen that type of paper at art stores but I live in a small city and would not have a clue where to find it if not at Hobby Lobby. As an alternative, I’ve recommended any double sided paper that is not thicker than typing paper – I believe that Close To My Heart has or used to have a text weight double sided paper. If not, try book pages, like those from an old vintage dictionary, magazine pages, brayered or stamped printer paper or wrapping paper. These should all be thin enough to do the trick!!
I hope you can stop by and see me tomorrow :-) I’ll have the opportunity with a group of designers, to reveal a seriously cute, new Spellbinders Die that you’ve never seen before! As you know, no reveal comes without the chance to win something very cool so the fun starts at Midnight EST.
WAUW Beca this is as usual absolutely gorgeous creations, and I just love both to pieces here. Your box and card is sooo beautiful and so well done, and it just looks fabulous hun. Gosh if I was just as talented as you to get all these ideas, that would be soooo awesome.
Have a great day hun and I´ll look forward to see, what you´ve made with Spellbinders tomorrow.ReplyCancel
Kim SearsNovember 14, 2011 - 4:19 pm
Wow this is so lovely! Who wouldn’t love to recieve this GORGEOUS set!ReplyCancel
Edna BurgessNovember 14, 2011 - 4:21 pm
Love this beautiful hexagon box and the card that goes along with it. The flowers look real. Have missed seeing you on line lately. Hope you haven’t been ill. Really enjoy all your projects. EdnaReplyCancel
Beautiful box and card. You are the most talented designer I know. I absolutely look forward to everything that you do. Thank you for sharing with us.ReplyCancel
Oh my Becca, this is sooooo gorgeous.. I love the box and the colors with the flowers on toop and the card is so very beautiful… So stunning just like everything else I have seen on your blog.. you are so talented that I am in awe.. I enjoy your blog and look forward everyday to see what you are going to come up with next. Thank you Becca and God Bless…ReplyCancel
lois skiathitisNovember 14, 2011 - 4:32 pm
Gorgeous box and card, love the colors chosen it looks very victorian to me. Just absolutely lovely. This really is a very nice gift set. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel
Febe GiaquintoNovember 14, 2011 - 4:34 pm
The box, the card, all so pretty! Your email so exciting! It’s the first I’ve recieved and I feel as if I should go nap now and be ready at the strike of 12! LOL
Not sure if I follow you, but are you looking for Honeycomb paper???
There is a online supplier…… I can check for info if you need…
I buy some of mine from CropStop.com.. am I allowed to share that info?
And also, please, explain the just rite stamps. I”m not sure I understand them. You need to purchase alot to use them??? Very confussed here…….
But love all you do. Thanks so much for sharing your creative ways with us. I’m a long time stamper, but new to crafting and trying to catch up and try it all. :)
Your work is always so lovely! Great job!ReplyCancel
Francie (Montreal)November 14, 2011 - 4:58 pm
Oh my! This is soooo pretty. They have all my favourite elements – pink, roses, lace, beige, pretty paper and your fabulous ribbon/bow treatment. What can I say? Simply that I’m in awe of your talents sums it up. Thank you for sharing this.ReplyCancel
EmilyNovember 14, 2011 - 5:04 pm
How exciting! I can’t wait to see a new spellbinders die…I think I’ll stay up just so I can see what you’ve made. I love your box and matching card. I’ve really fallen in love with the vintage look and I need to try more cards in this style. I think I’ll be adding this box die to my Christmas wish list.ReplyCancel
Wow Becca what amazing projects! Love everything about them both. Thank you for always giving us a link to the dies etc. that you use. If it’s a die I don’t have sometimes it’s difficult to see what you’ve used or to figure out how you’ve altered it until I see what the die looks like. The links helps the light go one. :)
See ya tomorrow.
Blessings BernieReplyCancel
ColleenB.November 14, 2011 - 5:08 pm
Gorgeous set. Just darn right Outstanding.
ColleenB.ReplyCancel
ChelseaNovember 14, 2011 - 5:12 pm
What a beautiful gift set, Becca. You are just a creative genius!! Thank you so much for sharing your gorgeous work!ReplyCancel
Trish DominguezNovember 14, 2011 - 5:19 pm
I go on line every day to see if you have a new post. You make my day and I LOVE all your cards etc.ReplyCancel
What a beautiful, BEAUTIFUL gift set, Becca. You always manage to take it one step further and create the most perfect projects. Thanks for the tutorial for the hexagon box. I have added it to my list of projects to try. BTW … I have been using my BPBS for all of my bows for my Christmas cards and have yet to have even one not turn out perfect. You rock Becca!ReplyCancel
Cheryl RandallNovember 14, 2011 - 5:27 pm
Becca
What a beautiful box. Is there someway you could post a pattern of the template that we could enlarge for those of us who would like to to try it but do not have the grand calibur or the die?
Thanks for sharing your creativity with all of us.ReplyCancel
Hi Becca, Stunning box & card set and a fabulous tutorial that was so easy to understand. The embellishment you created on the top is just perfect too. Well worth all the time & trouble you spent sorting the video out. Thank you.
Tine :)ReplyCancel
Dottie DavisNovember 14, 2011 - 5:57 pm
I can’t imagine how difficult to get each step just right to film. My son in law is a videographer and he takes literally thousands of feet of film to get one usable shot. But, you did an amazing tutorial, actually just figuring out the box steps makes me tip my hat to you. This box is just so gorgeous, so girly girl. Love it and can’t wait to jump into this project. Thank you so much for your time and effort to share with all of us your beautiful cards and such.ReplyCancel
This is so beautiful! Love the colour and details – it’s gorgeous in every way.ReplyCancel
SusanNovember 14, 2011 - 6:29 pm
Wowee Becca! What a fabulous tutorial. So straightforward. Makes me wish I had that die for sure!
I absolutely love your feminine, gorgeous card and hexagonal box. They are definitely something any woman would love to have — and you’re right — they would absolutely want to keep them!
I just love Spellbinders products and you take them to a whole new level — they must be so thrilled to have you on their design team. Can’t wait to see the new release after midnight!ReplyCancel
JeanNovember 14, 2011 - 6:37 pm
Hi Becca – it’s been a long while since I’ve posted a comment, although I visit your site regularly. The hexagon box and matching card are just beautiful. What gorgeous creative talent you are gifted with, and thank you for sharing!! Take care!ReplyCancel
Wow Becca! What a stunning box and wonderful tutorial! Thank you so much for providing us with gorgeous creations and well thought out videos. My wish list grows bigger and bigger everytime I visit your blog!ReplyCancel
Ooooo – so gorgeous and what a wonderful idea!!!ReplyCancel
Cindy MNovember 14, 2011 - 7:40 pm
My, my, my Becca! This has to be the most beautiful thing you have made to date. It is breathtaking!! I can’t imagine anyone would throw away this beautiful gift. May I ask what you do with all your creations? Do you have an Etsy store? If your give-aways were for your creations, I think I would have received a priceless piece of art!ReplyCancel
Debbie McKelveyNovember 14, 2011 - 7:43 pm
WOW that box and card take my breath away! I am always amazed at how you take the simplest items and make these gorgeous boxes and cards. That’s why I love visiting your blog, so I can see what you’ve done with the latest dies, stamps, embellishments, etc. You are the BEST!!ReplyCancel
LaurenNovember 14, 2011 - 7:54 pm
Becca-
What else can I say that has not been said? This is just gorgeous, sweet and lovely. You are a very sensitive woman.
Have missed you lately. Glad you are okay.
LaurenReplyCancel
RubyNovember 14, 2011 - 8:32 pm
Great tutorial… wonderful creation. Tku so much for sharing this with us! I can see using it for a set of stamped coasters!ReplyCancel
This card and box is beautiful, thanks for sharing…:)ReplyCancel
Vicky SchmidtNovember 14, 2011 - 8:47 pm
Becca,
You are so talented. I love everything you do. I missed you not posting but I am sure you have a life to live too. Be sure that I think of you often & pray for you.
VickyReplyCancel
Incredibly beautiful, Becca! Love how you made the box!ReplyCancel
RufusNovember 14, 2011 - 10:08 pm
Becca, this is a fabulous set. However the lucky recipient may be will be THRILLED! I’m quite sure that they won’t be throwing that box away, it’s as much of a gift as whatever may end up inside it. Will be looking forward to the new die you’ll be showing. Miss seeing you post as often, but I’m sure that you’ve got many, many things going on in your life. Hope that you are well and happy, I KNOW you’re busy!
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MarilynNovember 14, 2011 - 10:41 pm
I don’t even know what to say. . . .one lucky terrific person is going to feel very loved and special whom will get this set from you!!!!
What talent you have, absolutly love your pink flowers. This is an over the top beautiful project.
You are so kind to do tutorials, give us all the links to what you’ve used. How kind and thoughful you are!!!
You are a Blessing to all you have touched with your talents in life!ReplyCancel
Thank you so much Becca. Your cards and boxes are amazing as usual.
Your tutorials are a gift!
Cheers,
JaneReplyCancel
Linda CarsonNovember 14, 2011 - 11:07 pm
God has blessed you w/some amazing creative talent! Your box and card are absolutely divine!ReplyCancel
Sylvia JohnsonNovember 15, 2011 - 1:12 am
Becca I love this hexagon box! You did not mention the size of the sb die. Will it fit in a Big Shot or Cuttlebug? Oh I hope because I will definitely get the die if it fits in one or the other. Thank you for all the directions for the different things you make. I adore making 3D items so this box is right up my alley. This would be beautiful for Valentines Day. You are such a lovely talented lady. I can tell you have a sweet spirit. So thanks for all you do and share with us in blogland!ReplyCancel
RebekkaNovember 15, 2011 - 1:15 am
This card and box is just so elegant. And what an awesome tutorial.ReplyCancel
DianneNovember 15, 2011 - 4:04 am
Becca the box and card are just so elegant….Love the roses also….
Thanks so much for the tutorial on the box….You are such an inspiration….ReplyCancel
Becca
Another great tutorial..clear and easy to understand. I just love your tutorial video’s. I’m learning so much from watching you..thank you Becca.
Wow, it’s a lovely box! Thank’s for the great video.ReplyCancel
EileenNovember 15, 2011 - 9:14 am
Becca you have done it again! Amazed me with your beautiful creations!!!!
The card is gorgeous and the box is outstanding! I can also picture the box as a Christmas Box with cosmetics, lotions or chocolates inside for someone special and on the top instead of the Roses you could have Poinsettias and Christmas ribbons….wouldn’t that be beautiful too? Unfotunately I don’t have the Spellbinders Die that is required or I would have a go right now! Thank you for another ‘Becca Special’.
THIS IS GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!! The papers, yes are BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!! The lace, the ROSES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The box & the card are TRUELY BREATHTAKING!!!!!!! Hmmmm, WHAT goody will you place inside the box????ReplyCancel
A B S O L U T L Y A W E S O M E……… You are the sweetest person to go to so much trouble with all these wonderful tutorials. God bless you ……. DeniceReplyCancel
mayNovember 17, 2011 - 5:20 pm
You make my day with all these beautiful item’s you make
such a talented designer !!
God BlessReplyCancel
Becca, You are so talented. This is a great box!!! My only problem is I don’t own the spellbinders die for the lid. We live on a fixed income and I can’t afford to get this yet so, is there any other way to make the lids? Thanks so muchReplyCancel
Superb tutorial, but sadly I could never afford the Spellbinder’s die :( But certainly food for thought on trying to create something similar even without it. Thanks for taking the time to put it up :)ReplyCancel
Clarissa DNovember 27, 2011 - 9:39 pm
Becca it is nice to hear from you. You will be in my prayers. Thank you for the beautiful card ;this is why I look forward to your entries. May the Lord grant you all grace.ReplyCancel
cynthia beynonNovember 27, 2011 - 11:39 pm
BECCA I HAVE BEEN AWAY FROM MY COMPUTER AND AM NOW
HEARING ABOUT YOUR BEING AWAY. I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT
THE MEDICAL PROBLEMS YOU ARE HAVING.
I LOVE THE HEXAGON BOX AND ALL THE OTHER ITEMS YOU
HAVE PUBLISHED. WITH ALL YOUR PROBLEMS THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME ……WE ALL APPRECIATE IT.\
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Hi there blog friends!! Remember the Honeycomb Ornament I made last year using the Spellbinders Ornament die template? This year Spellbinders released the 2011 Heirloom ornament and with Christmas around the corner I created a tutorial on how to make your own. Several of you have asked for a step by step and a video and you’ve got it. I was honored when Splitcoaststampers asked me to submit those for their site – you can see the step by step tutorial and list of products needed at this link: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/resources/tutorials/honeycombornament/
In the meantime, for those of you who like videos – have a look see here!
I’m quietly working in the background on projects (insert mischievous grin here). I hope you enjoy the tutorial, there are more on the way!!
Becca – this is an awesome tutorial. Very clear and understandable. I will be running off to make some of these honeycomb ornaments today! DddReplyCancel
Wonderful project and equally wonderful tutorial, Becca. Can’t wait to see what else you will be posting! BTW … I am so loving my BPBS (Becca Peg Bow System). I just finished a mass production of cards and I used the Figure Eight bow. They turned out SOOO nice.ReplyCancel
Robin FishbackNovember 10, 2011 - 12:34 pm
Beautiful ornament and fantastic, concise directions. Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel
Becca, you are just amazing. This ornament is fabulous and your video is wonderful. I love it. Thanks so much for sharing with us.ReplyCancel
Diana E. BishopNovember 10, 2011 - 1:23 pm
Amazing….amazing….and how do you always come up with such fabulous projects. Thank you so much for the video, as that certainly helps (me especially) to see how you do it.ReplyCancel
Barb GhigliottyNovember 10, 2011 - 1:26 pm
Oh my ~ What a GORGEOUS ornament, Becca! Thank you so much for the tutorial, and I can’t wait to see more (wink, wink)!
Oh yes I´ve already seen it on Splitcoas stampers site and it was so awesome hun. You are such a genius to think these ideas out, that´s for sure, and your work are always so awesome. Thank you sooo much for sharing all these wonderful ideas with all of us here hun.
Have a wonderful week-end ahead here soon and lots of crafting fun.ReplyCancel
Vicky SchmidtNovember 10, 2011 - 1:34 pm
Becca,
You are4 great to share your ideas with us. I just love your blog.
Love the ornament.
VickyReplyCancel
KathyNovember 10, 2011 - 1:35 pm
Absolutely stunning…great tutorial. Love your blog. The setup is beautiful.ReplyCancel
SOOO LOVE this, Becca — TFS!!! It’s AWSOME, sooo elegant and classy in every detail!!!ReplyCancel
Debbie BNovember 10, 2011 - 1:57 pm
Yes I do love the ornament. You are an amazing artist and a wonderful person. I have really missed you. I check you blog everyday to see what you have cooked up for us.ReplyCancel
This ornament is beautiful, I am going to get this spell die and over the Thanksgiving break, I am going to make these with my daughter…this is so fun….Thank you so much for sharing…:)ReplyCancel
RubyNovember 10, 2011 - 2:26 pm
Absolutely beautiful… I’m in awe! Tku for sharing this. Definitely an amazing creation.ReplyCancel
Patricia BassonNovember 10, 2011 - 2:55 pm
You have a new follower in me!!! This is so fabulous…I will be back to watch the rest of your great tutorials…Thank you so much!ReplyCancel
ShauneenNovember 10, 2011 - 2:58 pm
Absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for the inspiration Becca !!ReplyCancel
barb fNovember 10, 2011 - 3:00 pm
Does any one know where to get the thin test weight paper Becca used on this project??? I love the ornament but can never find paper like she uses. Thanks BarbaraReplyCancel
janeyNovember 10, 2011 - 3:38 pm
thank you, Becca!!! I loved the ornament last year and I am grateful for the tutorial – this technique might be in my future.
Oh my goodness, this is so cool! And the best part is I just received this die yesterday in the mail. Guess what I’ll be doing???? lol I love your blog and all your fabulous ideas!ReplyCancel
Judy McMullenNovember 10, 2011 - 7:08 pm
Becca, I saw your tutorial and SCS yesterday and fell in love with this ornament. The paper you used really caught my eye. I would love to get my hands on this purple and gold combination. My nephew is a U of WA grad and purple and gold are the school colors. I thought he would love getting an ornament using this gorgeous paper! I know you mentioned Hobby Lobby. We don’t have one in the city I live in but I thought I might be able to find it online if you could give me more info. Thanks!ReplyCancel
LalaNovember 10, 2011 - 7:44 pm
Hi Becca, I love watching your tutorials. You are so precise and so calm in your instructions. You always leave me thinking “I can do it”. Thanks for always sharing your beautiful projects.ReplyCancel
MarinaNovember 10, 2011 - 8:44 pm
Beautiful!!!!! OH my gosh Becca maybe I missed something that you take breaks between cards. You are a love drug for me and treasure your creativity. I can’t be without your daily cards. My husband said I was going through withdrawals. I look so forward to checking your site after work. I am sure I am not the only one. Your wonderful! My mom passed away some time ago and I feel that your cards and comments are so welcoming and a comfort zone. I just can’t tell you how much it means to me. Sorry ladiesfor my long comment but I am addicted.ReplyCancel
RufusNovember 10, 2011 - 11:01 pm
Gorgeous, Becca! I saw the piece on the Spellbinders blog and was hoping (crossed fingers) that you’d do a video. Can’t wait to see what else you’ve got in the works. We’ve missed you! Thanks for sharing your creativity and for creating the video for us visual types.
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RufusNovember 10, 2011 - 11:10 pm
Sorry meant to say over on Splitcoaststampers!
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HettieNovember 11, 2011 - 1:00 am
WOW! You never cease to amaze me. Thanks for the wonderful project!ReplyCancel
SusanNovember 11, 2011 - 1:30 am
Thanks for another inspirational tutorial Becca — I don’t know how you come up with so many unique creations!ReplyCancel
ChelseaNovember 11, 2011 - 1:42 am
Another wonderful tutorial! Thank you so much, Becca, for sharing your idea with us. I hope to be able to try this technique soon!ReplyCancel
mayNovember 11, 2011 - 4:17 am
Awesome !
You are so talented
cant wait till the next projectReplyCancel
Nancy WNovember 11, 2011 - 4:18 am
What a gorgeous ornament! I will be making one in red and gold, in conjunction with wearing a red poppy for our Remembrance Day and I will hang in on our Christmas tree to keep those close memories. Thanks for the inspiration, Becca.ReplyCancel
HeatherNovember 11, 2011 - 4:35 am
Hi Becca – gorgeous gorgeous project and a great tutorial thank you – you were missed…..
Hugs
Heather
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Barbara AKA GardenladyNovember 11, 2011 - 5:33 am
How fabulous! Thanks Becca for another great tutorial. You really rock!
Hugs,
BarbaraReplyCancel
FrancineNovember 11, 2011 - 6:57 am
It look so easy but i know it is because it is very well done. Merci !ReplyCancel
Marilyn ClarkNovember 11, 2011 - 7:26 am
You are one amazing woman. WOW what a talent! You have me believeing I can do this (if I can find the die) Thanks for sharing with us. God bless.ReplyCancel
lois skiathitisNovember 11, 2011 - 7:37 am
Gorgeous Ornament. Thanks for the very clear video with the easy to follow steps. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel
Becca I cannot tell you how excited I was to see that you had this tutorial!!! Been thinking about doing this for a few weeks and your step by step instructions in the video are wonderful. Thank you!ReplyCancel
EileenNovember 11, 2011 - 1:02 pm
thank you Becca for all your wonderful tutorials and for all the time you put into them to help make us better crafters.
LOL EileenReplyCancel
CandyNovember 11, 2011 - 2:42 pm
Thank you! Your talent knows no bounds.ReplyCancel
SondraNovember 11, 2011 - 3:26 pm
Hi Becca
Amazed that after years of browsing the internet I have only today discovered you through Splitcoaststampers. Your site is amazing and your creativity is inspiring. I too, as another commenter mentioned loved the paper you used. We fortunately do have a Hobby lobby here but I wasn’t able to find anything double sided that I thought was thin enough. Is there anything else you can me? Did it come in a pack? Was it with the scrapbook paper etc…. Anything information is appreciated.
Signed up for your emailings and am looking forward to what is to come
This is so amazing! I was very inspired by your amazing creativity that I made an ornament using the Cricut Art Philosophy Cartridge and posted it on my blog: ScrappinThread.blogspot.com. I linked to your amazing tutorial so that others cans see how you created the beautiful ornament above. Thank you for sharing your gift of creativity with others. BeverlyReplyCancel
WinkNovember 11, 2011 - 9:44 pm
You are something else! The ornament is Absolutely Gorgeous! I wish I was only half as creative as you! I look forward to your emails everyday. Thank you so much for all your inspiration.ReplyCancel
Sandy KempfNovember 12, 2011 - 11:35 am
What a BEAUTFUL paper craft! I am going to make one with my 10 year old daughter. I’m sure she will treasure it. Thank You for sharing!ReplyCancel
AnneNovember 12, 2011 - 1:11 pm
I love your tutorials! Thank you so much for sharing your amazing creative talent with us.
Hugs
Anne (UK) xReplyCancel
Suzi YerkesNovember 12, 2011 - 9:30 pm
What talent you have! You make amazing cards and projects and am kind enough to share directions with all of us. Thank you is hardly enough. Thank you and God Bless.ReplyCancel
GG Judy JacksonNovember 14, 2011 - 4:16 am
Loved it. Don’t have this die yet so I checked out another of your ornament videos. I also don’t have the Fluer De Lis Motif but found the Flur De Lis square (S4-318) works just as well using the 3 embossed markings on the center of each side. I used the largest die (#4) in white and #2 for the center in silver patterened wrapping paper. I cased your video to make a topper for the square metal tin, then threaded a large ribbon with glittered snowflakes thru the lid and bottom so the tin could be hung on a tree until Christmas morning. One of my more eyecatching gift card holders! My SU demonstrator takes pic and uploads for me at times so If you want to see it, let me know. (GG stands for great grandma; as apposed to the talented Judy Jackson of the TJ magazine). Thank you for all your creative ideas.ReplyCancel
Mia McDonaldNovember 14, 2011 - 11:55 pm
Becca, your work is so awesome!! Everytime I enter your site I have to be ready to work bc I’m always so inspired by what you have done. I’m doing an ornament swap with some of my closest girlfriends and when I saw the Honeycomb ornament. I felt like it was a must have. I’m doing mine with tissue paper so a needed to add a few extra steps but I would love to share my results with you.ReplyCancel
MargieNovember 19, 2011 - 9:09 pm
love it..you are so clever..thanks for sharingReplyCancel
Cindie DNovember 21, 2011 - 5:13 pm
WOW! So beautiful! I love watching your tutorials.ReplyCancel
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Sorry to read of your hip and foot problems, but very happy to hear from you. I was getting very worried. You never stay away from you blog for so long. Take care of yourself!!
Gorgeous card too! Love the wrapped seambinding technique.
Gorgeous card Becca! Sorry you are not feeling the greatest but really glad to hear from you. Hopefully when you are able to get your foot fixed it will help with the other stuff! Making a card or just getting inky is so good for the soul!
Gorgeous!
Love your latest card and especially how your wrapped the ornament with seam binding, it gave it some a homey feel, AND I also love the narrow ribbon that used for your sweet little bow on top of the ornament. So glad to see you back on-line. Sorry to hear that you are still struggling with your foot issues and hopefully you’ll be able to have the surgery sooner than later in hopes to get your body back to feeling “normal” again. Wishing you all the best.
WOW, this is gorgeous. Love everything about it. Sorry you are having problems with your foot and hip. Sending prayers your way.
What you do with dies is just incredible! Beautiful creation!
Sorry to hear about your back/hip/foot situation,
Becca, I too experienced something like that .
Get the foot taken care of and maybe many of the other
situations will go away too. Love the way you mix so
many different factors into your creations. Thanks for
using your talents and sharing them with us.
Welcome back. I’ve missed you. You never cease to amaze me. With all your health problems you are still able to create wonderful projects. Your latest card is gorgeous. I love how you did the seam binding.
Gorgeous card, Becca! I’m sorry you are having so many problems! I hope that the obstacles will be cleared away soon. Have a wonderful week!
!YAY! You’re back! I was getting worried about you :) You’re my first blog I visit my list of favorite bloggers. The card, as usual, is gorgeous!!!!!
Awesome card! Take care and have the best holiday season you can have.
Glad you are back. Hope you get to feeling better soon. Love the card.
craftymom205 at yahoo dot com
What a wonderful project. Sorry to hear you are having problems, pray that it will be resolved sooner than later. Thank you for sharing even though you are not feeling the greatest
Fabulous card, Becca, and the perfect lace & pearl embellishments too.
So sorry about all your problems, sending prayers up for you. This is a beautiful card Becca and yes card making is great therapy!
I was thinking …….. when The Word talks about Beauty for Ashes, how much those words fit you. What ever you are dealing with, you always take the ashes and turn them into beauty. God bless you , Becca, my friend amid the ashes….. Hugs and Love ……. Denice
Yeah as everyone I was thinking about you ( sent you and email) knew something had to be going on for you to be away. So sorry to hear of your foot and hip issue, My hip goes out quite a bit and I know how hard it is to sit and make a card and put the time into it that I want to. Please take crare of yourself and let us know if/when you are going in for your surgery .Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers always.
I am so sorry to hear about your troubles Becca. It makes me sad to think of you in pain. I am glad you were able to get some therapy in today – this is gorgeous. I am praying for you honey.
Hi Becca! Prayers continue here as well! Well, it sure looks like you saved up some mojo while you were resting, because this card is over-the-top gorgeous! I love every detail! So clever how you wrapped the seam binding…wow! Sending lots of love and hugs your way! Blessings, Angie
Sorry to hear about your troubles, I did like the line “While I was on break I thought about how therapeutic card making has been for me – it’s the best stress reliever I know” and I have to agree with you. I came home from a very unsettling meeting, lots of bad feeling and bad temper! I went into my craft room with a thumping headache and came out later feeling totally calm and pain free.
The card you made is gorgeous.
Absolutely beautiful card! Becca, I hope you are feeling better soon. This had to be extremely painful. Moving forward, I hope you surgery is successful, as well as the therapy I am sure you will have to go through. I will be saying a prayer for you.
You work is sincerely appreciated.
Becca, I am so very pleased to see you back blogging and was getting VERY concerned. I will have to get your phone number from Jan so I can call next time. I would love to come over and be your “fingers” for projects, yea right, like anyone could!! No one can take your place, but we sure learn from your creations!!! I always take away a tid bit or two or three from each post.
You are in my thoughts and prays.
Sharon Doolittle
Absolutely stunning, as always! :) Praying all goes well with your foot, hip and whatever else … God knows and that’s all that matters :)
What an elegant and unbelievable card. I am sure that it took you a long time, as you said, but the end result is so worth it. I do hope your foot and back troubles get sorted out. Dealing with health issues can be a bit frustrating at times.
Oh Becky, first of all I want to send wishes to you for a fast recovery from your foot and hip problems. I know the pain they can cause. I’m sorry it has kept you from creating since that is what you are so wonderful doing. This card is gorgeous and I love reading how you mix elements from different machines and the ones you make yourself, to create such beautiful items. You amaze me each card you make with the beauty makes me wish so much that I was half as talented as you are.
Hope you soon are pain free and back to enjoying your crafting and card making.
Beautiful card! I am lifting you up in prayer. God Bless you!
This is such a pretty card. Praying for healing for you.
Glad you are back Becca! I am sorry to hear about your issues with pain and discomfort and wish you a speedy healing process. Your new card is glorious and speaks volumes of the therapeutic properties of making art! It is truly heaven sent :D
You are in my prayers…
Hugs,
Beth P
Sorry to hear you are not feeling well, hope you recuperate soon. Your card is wonderful as always. love it. hugs, Frances.
so glad to see your back if only here or there. i definately understand the falling apart stuff. getting old is not for sissies! your card is gorgeous.
Well I missed you and glad your back! Was having Becca withdrawals, not a good thing!
Beautiful card! Of course! You never cease to amaze! TFS! Hope you checked out my lead on lace remnants. It’s a great deal and beautiful lace.
Sorry about your back problems but very grateful you are still with us.
Beautiful card Becca. Thank you.
Glad to see you are back and with yet another inspiring card. We were all starting to worry something terrible had happened, as it had been so long between posts.
Sorry to hear you are having all these problems with your health and being in pain is no fun at all – let’s hope you can get the treatment sorted soon and get back to enjoying your card making.
Gorgeous card. Love the pearls outlining the ornament. So sorry to hear of your back and foot issues. Hopefully things will sort themselves out as you move forward with decisions regarding treatment. Glad your stamp room provided you some comfort :)
I’m so sorry to hear of your health problems. I pray all goes well with your surgery, and you are back on the top of your game soon. I love you your work, and admire your wonderful gift. Take care, and have a blessed holiday.
Sorry to hear you are in such pain but an old doctor once told me that the longer you have pain, the mind copes with it and the less you feel it…and it’s true, you can get used to living with pain but I hope you don’t have to for too long. Your card is an inspiration to us all, thank you once again Becca, it is beautiful!
LOL Eileen
Hi Becca,
Sorry you are not well. I was beginning to worry that something was wrong and am really happy to see you back. Hips seem to be a daily topic among my friends and I lately. Hope you are better soon because we are a very selfish bunch and miss our regular doses of “Beccaness”
Your card as usual is very elegant and you are very inspiring.
Lots of good wishes,
Cynthia
Becca,
You card is absolutely stunning.
Sorry to hear about the new pain you have but thankful for the therapy (card making). I don’t have those pains, just stress but I find the worst days I ave the better my cards look. It is my therapy and artistic output.
Becca, So sorry to hear all your going thru, I can relate to the pain…I have rheumatoid arthritis and bought a pair of sketcher shoes, the kind that rock…well long story short, because of those (terrible) shoes, it threw off my gait and I could barely walk…it took about 3 months and if I walk for long periods of time still bothers my hip and back. My doctor told me when people get boots to wear on a injured foot they have the other shoe built up so not to do that. I hope your feeling better soon! Take care…
Becca, take care of yourself. And I agree, card making is so theraputic when you are not feeling well.
Beautiful Becca! Praying for the Great Physician’s healing hand.
What a neat idea to wrap the die cut in the seam binding. Nice job. Good to hear from you. I know you are busy but I miss seeing you every day!
Oh Becca I’m so sorry to hear about the foot and hip. You are going to kick yourself for putting of the surgery for so long. I did. :) For me it was just my great toe (it’s now held together with tiny wires, screws and staples) but it is amazing how once that was fixed my hips, back, neck and other foot all suddenly felt better. Whodathunk it. I hope you can get it done soon. When something prevents you from doing what you love you simply must do something about it.
Your card as always is a pure delight.
Blessings Bernie
Ohhh, so glad you are back. Have been thinking about you every day. Sorry to hear about your problems. I have posted in my craft space a saying that goes something like this “Doing and Making are acts of hope, and as that hope grows we stop being overwhelmed by the troubles of the world.” I believe it’s true. And Becca, don’t ever forget that your beautiful creations are an inspiration to all of us. Thank you and God Bless.
Beautiful card…always beautiful…all your cards and crafts.
I am happy you were able to go to your studio and craft a little. I am sorry to hear of your pain. I will keep you in my prayers and hope all gets well soon.
I am so glad you are back because you have been missed and I am so sorry to hear that one thing has caused another issue. Our bodies are such a marvel and such a curse sometimes. Your card is stunning and it’s so nice that you found making it therapeutic. I am always slow at making cards but that just extends the therapy so who cares.
Hugs!
Cec
Becca, I am so sorry to hear about your health problems. If it is of any consequences, I have had 3 foot surgeries on the same foot and everything has turned out fine. It really isn’t a big deal, but the hip thing might straighten itself out when you get your foot fixed. I wish you speedy recovery and health. After foot surgery just prop your leg up to a comfortable height and keep making those beautiful projects. I am glad that you decided to go into your studio and relax and get your mind off things. As always you make the most amazing cards.
So glad to have you back!!! Sorry to hear about the health issues – hope that they can be resolved soon. Love what you have created here – but Becca you are costing me money!!! Every time I visit your blog another item is added to my wish list!!
Take card!
Becca we have all missed. You have so many people who love you and are praying for you. We are all sending you healing prayers and healing thoughts of love. This card was amazing like all of your beautiful cards. I missed you. We finally moved to Olympia, Wa and I don’t have my craft room yet as we are renting until we close on our house so I will live through your cards to keep me inspired. God Bless you and heal you.
I’m so sorry to hear that you are not feeling so well. I’ll continue to keep you on my prayer list. Take care of yourself. Your card is beautiful Becca. Love all of the die-cutting on this one. Beautiful DP chosen. That ornament is so pretty as it is tied up with a pretty bow. I love how the ornament houses the sentiment. Beautiful work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-D
Oh, Becca. So sorry to hear about your problems. My prayers are with you. I too was begining to wonder when we’d next hear from you and then we get this wonderful, as always, card. Just beutiful, Becca. Hope everything works out well for you soon.
I was wondering why there were no posts from Amazing Grace in my inbox. Now I know why. I hope & pray things get better for you. I know how it feels to have leg problems having them myself. Will pray for you. And oh your card is beautiful as always.
What a beautiful card. I live the effect of seam binding on the ornament. You are some talented!
So glad you are back! Did you know they started a “where is Becca”!!! On SCS!!! We all missed you-so sorry you are having more troubles-You card is beautiful! As always!! thanks sdo much for sharing your great talent with us all! Praying for better days for you!
I just love your work and your creativity on your cards. Thank you for sharing. I hope you had a great Thanksgiving.
Have a great day :)
Delama
What a gorgeous card Becca, love all those pearls. I do hope all will be well with you.
Becca, a most beautiful card, one that makes me feel at peace, thank you for it.. hope it helps you too.. Remember God is our healer and and we must lean on him which I know you do.. You will be okay, of that I am sure, your faith will pull your through, but extra prayers help, so my prayers are flying down your way.
Hugs, Jean
We have all missed your beautiful creations but more importantly we are praying for your health issues. Along with my husbands horrendous back surgery came an army of prayer warriors….out of the woodwork, so to speak. Wow. We are so encompassed round about with God’s love and grace as we go through everyday trials of life. He is faithful and what he started he will finish. Truly, the joy he gives is our strength. I never understood that til I began praising Him for everything and then noticed I was so happy no matter what. Amazing. He is faithful to his children.
So sorry to hear of your health issues and really have missed seeing your beautiful work. Sending prayers for a speedy recovery from far across the ocean. Hang in there, we are thinking of you!!
Hi Becca. Just to let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers and wishing you a speedy recovery.
Like everyone, I too was worried and have missed you. Hope your foot and hip problems are resolved soon. How hard this must be for you! You have way more than your fair share of difficulties. I’ll pray and send hugs daily. On a happy note, what a wonderful card, Becca. Seems like your bottled up creativity has exploded into this magnificent card. You’ve outdone yourself yet again. This I think is my all time favourite. Do
take good care of yourself, dear lady. I hope you are back on your feet soon.
Becca: You have been missed. You make the most exquisite cards. May you feel well soon. Surgery is no fun but hopefully it will fix both the foot and the back/hip problem. I have bursitis in my right hip so I know how anoying that pain can be. Merry Christmas and happy card making.
My wish for a speedy recovery Becca. This is a gorgeous creation!
Sorry to hear you’re not feeling up to par. As someone who has done the surgery/illness route, I know it’s not easy. Glad your beautiful creations give you some stress relieve! I know they sure do brighten my day! This one is just lovely, the wrapped frame is so clever!
Glad to hear you are finding some mental relief to your physical state of body, by stamping. We all benefit from your stress relief….thank you!
hugs
Beautiful!!! I’ll be lifting you up—you are a princess of the most High!! be blessed Beyond Measure
Tammy
Thats such a lovely card – hope all your problems clear up soon Good wishes and God Bless.
Sorry to hear of your foot and hip problem. I hope you are better soon.
Love the card. But then everything you do is fabulous.
Oh my I hope you take care and have no new surprises. I spent 4 months in that air cast (boot) this year and still feel it in my knees and back.
Your card is another beauty and love your use of layers sweetie.
Take care
Really missed your posts Becca! Hope things start looking up. I too find card making to be therapeutic and a stress buster.
Oh Becca I was wondering what was happening for you.
I know what you mean about standing/walking lop-sided playing havoc with your back – for me it resulted in repeated migraines for a while!
Do hope you can get the surgery you need soon. I was supposed to have foot surgery some years back, but it would have meant 6 weeks in plaster at least, so I put it off as I was too busy and didn’t have time for it!! My lifestyle has changed since then and I don’t have the pain, so now I can live with it.
Beautiful card – and yes card making is such good therapy – and far cheaper than a counselor – although we have the Mighty Counselor to go to.
Blessings
Maxine
So sorry to learn you’ve not been well. Now it’s time for us to pray for you. God works through the prayers of His people!! I know!! Thanks for sharing your God-given talents with us. Blessings to you, too – and lotsa luv. Joc
Another beautiful card! Thank you for sharing it. Will be praying for you.
Been missing you. Glad you werre able to get back in your studio and make a card. Praying for you.
Hope u feel better, beautiful card
A gorgeous card Becca! I love everything about it. My heart hurts for you knowing you are in so much pain. I will be praying for you!
I just love this card… but sorry to hear you’re not feeling good. I know about back pain, so I do sympathize with you. I will pray for a speedy recovery and you’re back in the studio wowing us (is that really a word!) Tks for sharing your creations.
Your creativity knows no bounds, Becca, even when you’re in pain. I’m sending healing thoughts your way, and will keep you in my prayers. You are such a blessing to all of us, in every way. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
Hi Becca! I’ve missed you and was wondering if you were feeling okay, nice that you’re back and so sorry to hear that you are having back troubles. Hopefully you’ll get scheduled for the foot surgery soon. Thank you for sharing your creativity in your beautiful card.
Take care.
All those little question marks in my last post were supposed to show up as little hearts! They were hearts on my screen, but not when it posted. Oops! Sorry!!
Your creations have always been a source of joy for me each time I visit your blog. But more than your posts, it is your loving persona that endears you to me. This card is another eye-popper. I hope and pray that God’s healing hand will be upon you. No matter how much pain you’ve been going through, nothing is too difficult for Him because you are His precious child.
Lovingly,
Evelene
Hi Becca,
Sorry t hear about your health issues. I sure hope all works out well. I have had several surgeries on my feet and still have trouble with my hips, back and feet. Foot surgery is not fun. I will be praying to the feet God’s for a speedy recovery for you. Make sure you stay on top of your pain meds after your surgery. There are so many tiny bones in the feet and the healing can be trying if you do not stay on top of the pain with meds.
Bless your heart! Nothing worse than pain! Hopefully you’ll get relief soon! This card is dazzling and truly elegant! Wish I were on your Christmas card list!
Beautiful Card! Praying for you.
What a beautiful card. Will be praying for you.
Sorry you haven’t been feeling well lately. I’m glad this GORGEOUS card offered you some relief. As always, thank you for taking the time to share your creativity. Your designs are truly inspiring.
Absolutely stunning card Becca! Will be remembering you in prayer for a good solution and relief from pain. We thank you for the blessing of sharing your artistic creativity…God is so good and we are blessed! Happy Holidays as we remember the reason for the seaon.
Jan Castle
Hi, Becca! I was wondering where you had gone to! Sorry to hear about your foot and hip issues, though! I will keep you in my prayers . . . Beautiful card – you are always such an inspiration! Take care and God Bless! Hugs, Magi
Creativity is a great stress-reliever and takes one’s mind off of troubles. You are in my prayers!
Becca~Your creativity is God given and you do it so well. I know he will bless you with a quick recovery with your upcoming foot surgery. Hang in there and keep the creativity flowing! Hope you are feeling 100% real soon.
This is stunning, Becca!
Hello!!! I was wondering if you sell these as kits. they are so beautiful. You truly are blessed.
Trudy
very pretty card…
So sorry to hear about your foot and hip. It just seems like a domino effect (my husband had knee surgery, thru off his hip and back) but things will get better, hopefully sooner, than later. Your card is gorgeous, great to have you back!!!
Cindy
I miss you Becca. Hope you will be pain free soon. I have to have surgery on my knee this morning so will not be on the computer for a while.
I love your card. you sure do beautiful work.
Vicky
Hello,Becca!I love your card.Your card is gorgeous,great to have you bask!!!Angel.
Just gorgeous and what a wonderful idea to combine both year’s ornaments. Fabulous!!
Sorry to learn of your problems. Yes, feet are the core to our whole spinal system. I’ve had surgery on both feet and after fracturing my femur last spring, it did a number on that hip. Dec. 13 I have hip replaced, and can’t wait to be free of the pain and uncertainty every time I go to stand up wondering if I can walk or not! I’m told both hips have arthritis, but it’s only the right one that hurts, so hope one operation will take care of the problem. Don’t put off foot surgery. I was fortunate to go to podiatrist rather than osteo doctor, so had NO PAIN at all, as they didn’t use a tourniquet. I was waiting for all the pain I’d heard about and they just laughed and said that the pain is from the tourniquet most osteo doctors use when operating. Good luck. Prayers will be with you!
Lovely card! I’m sorry to hear you’ve had some health issues. I’ll send up a prayer that they don’t last long and all goes well with the foot surgery!
Hugs, Jessica
Missed you and your creative talent so very much Becca! So sorry to hear you are in pain and battling medical issues. Thanks for taking time to inspire me – I love your work and I admire you personally. I will be praying for you to heal and the doctors to have the knowledge and skill to help you too.
Oh Wow, Gorgeous, I so love the wrapping of the die and the layering, such perfect framing for the sentiment.
Sure hope you can get the surgery soon so that you don’t have to keep experiencing this back pain, isn’t it crazy how one thing can lead to another.
so lovely as all of your creations are. but i have the materials to make something that may turn out to be remotely like yours. yippee
Glad your back, sorry to hear you have had some big medical problems. Pain is always a big problem when in involves backs, hips and legs. Hope you are feeling better. Your art continues to amaze.
SUCH A BEAUTIFUL CARD. BUT ALL OF YOUR ITEMS ALWAYS ARE. THE COLORS ARE VERY SOOTHING AND THE LAYOUT IS ALSO VERY QUIET BUT BEAUTIFUL. THANX FOR SHARING. PRAYING FOR YOU.
Hi Becca, I have only been checking your blog for a very short time but I love your work and did wonder why you had not posted for a while. I am truly sorry to hear you have been in so much pain. Be strong, you have been given the strength to cope I promise you. I have been living with spinal pain for 12 years after car accident and spinal surgery and the good side to it is that it gave me the opportunity to try new crafts including cardmaking. I love your style and am always smiling when I see and read your cards and blog. Please be well soon. Thank you for all your inspiration. Best Wishes Linda (S.Wales, UK)
Glad to see you back. Was worried when I didn’t see a new entry on your blog for so long. sorry you are having so much pain & issues. Will pray foot surgery goes well and eliminates at least that problem. Thank you for your beautiful projects. May you continue to be able to get to the studio.
God bless you and yours Becca, will pray surgery goes well and you heal quickly. With love.
Becca, such a beautiful card. I do hope your foot surgery can take place soon so you can start mending. God Bless.
It’s good to see you back, Becca. Sorry about the foot and hip problems. I hope that will all be resolved soon.
Love the card. I know about the theraputic effect of doing our art. It’s possible to lose yourself in the creative process and find peace in making something beautiful or appealing to others.Keep on going. You will find the grace and the strength to deal the the rest
I’ve sent a healing prayer out for you Becca. So sorry to hear that you are not doing as well as we would all like you to be. Thanks for taking the time to share your latest creation.
Becca, I just knew something was up, when we didn’t hear from you for quite awhile. I really hoped you were just out having a good time. I’m so sorry you’ve been in pain! I am still keeping you in my prayers. I know that God is watching over you and guiding the hands of your doctors, so that you will be well soon! Thank you for the beautiful and inspiring card! It’s awesome! ( I just about panic when I think how close Christmas is!) Girl, you’ve worked your magic again! Thank you, now I can get on with making my cards. Hugs and blessings! Patty W.
Such a beautiful card, perfect for this time of year. Your creations are so beautiful. I find such inspiration from you.
Dana
Hi Becca. God has blessed you with a wonderful gift of creativity. He has also blessed you with crafting sisters that support you in prayer and I am one of them. Hugs, Prayers and blessings from the Wonderland of Snow in Canada.
Hi Becca, I love this card so much, Ihope you don’t mind that I have made one using your idea. Mine is not anywhere as lovely as yours, but your inspiration is what makes me do this, Take care.