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Too soon for you?  Well, I think I have it.  Spring fever that is.  Ahhh….so nice outside it’s hard to sit still.   I don’t know about you, but when spring starts to blossom I have a whole change over that occurs in my studio.  I still have some Christmas paper out, and a little Valentines, but now’s the time to put it away to begin getting ready for a new season.  Yay!!  So I guess this fever comes just in time for new spring stamps and such!!  Well, if you are easily enabled, you might want to look away – today I’m using some new Our Daily Bread Designs stamps.  This is a peek of what’s coming at the beginning of the month – spring stamps!!  Okay, I can hear you saying that you’ve never seen that die cut before – well, you haven’t.  It’s a new custom die from Our Daily Bread Designs – you’ll be seeing more of it in the coming month.  I’ve paired it with Spellbinders Ribbon Banners.

The Happy Spring sentiment comes from a set called Daffodil Tag Set and the Daffodils come from a set called Daffodil Corner – available on March 1st.  What a burst of yellow, hunh?  I tied the tiny bows with my peg bow maker so that I could get them all the same size.  Wow, this little thing has come in handy!!  If felt great to get out the watercolors and paint these pretty daffodils.

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Our Daily Bread Designs – Daffodil Tag Set, Daffodil Corner Set
Paper: Bazzill, K & Co.
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black and clear embossing Powder, Distress Inks and Reinkers
Accessories: Our Daily Bread Designs – Custom Label,  Spellbinders Ribbon Banners,  Ribbon, Zva Creative Pearls

Thanks so much for stopping in today.  I’m catching my breath and playing around with more tutorials to come soon!!

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  • Dolly/scrapthatFebruary 22, 2011 - 2:34 pm

    Beautiful as always…TFS!ReplyCancel

  • Beth B.February 22, 2011 - 2:40 pm

    Beautiful, Becca! I am sooooooo ready for spring!ReplyCancel

  • ShoregirlFebruary 22, 2011 - 2:47 pm

    I’m seeing spring things popping up all over the crafty web….think it’s on everyone’s mind! Love your card — you always do such beautiful work!ReplyCancel

  • Miss GFebruary 22, 2011 - 2:49 pm

    BBeautiful in color the yellow is so bright a pretty love the floral and pearls.
    Thank you for sharingReplyCancel

  • emilyFebruary 22, 2011 - 2:54 pm

    Loving your sunny spring-y card today! We have sunshine but it’s still cold and there’s sooo much snow…can’t wait until I see green grass!
    Your daffys are so pretty and that die shape is lovely.
    Thanks for sharing! :o)ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:06 pm

    I think we all have a little Spring fever. Your card is a breathe of fresh air. It is gorgeous Becca. Love the way you colored the main focal and the color combination is just so pretty. Beautiful work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Karen WFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:11 pm

    Beautiful card and I can’t wait to see the new sets and die, how exciting!!ReplyCancel

  • Debby WalkerFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:13 pm

    Delicious! I am ready for spring also! We just had another ice/snow storm in NW Ohio…we’re .needing some sunshine. So, Thank You for sharing yours! This card is yummy rays of hope! Hugs.ReplyCancel

  • Mary Ann MFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:23 pm

    Nice card. I’m ready for Spring, especially since we just got another 10 inches of snow and more to come.

    Enjoy the warm weather for me!ReplyCancel

  • DeloresFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:27 pm

    love your Becca bitsReplyCancel

  • Mary HarrisFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:29 pm

    Great card Becca!! I really love the bows, pearls and the colors and oh yes those daffodils :)
    We still have plenty of snow but I know we are on the downside and that spring will be here soon!! But I just heard last night that we are going to have a colder than normal spring….Boo I hope they are wrong!ReplyCancel

  • DawnLFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:30 pm

    beeeee-U-ti-ful Becca!!!!ReplyCancel

  • ValFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:32 pm

    Good Morning Becca,
    I love your spring card, it is so bright and cheery. It makes me feel like I want to outside and plant my garden and tend to my flowers…however, we still have snow on the ground, so that is not going to happen any time soon. That does not stop me from enjoying your beautiful card and dream of what is to come.ReplyCancel

  • Pam B.February 22, 2011 - 3:33 pm

    Awwww, it looks like we all have Spring Fever. I’m so ready, unfortunately in Florida we don’t have a very long Spring, summer comes fast and with that comes hot, muggy steamy weather. But for all you up North, I know your ready to bypass all those snowstorms. You have experienced some awful blizzard type of weather this year.

    Becca, love your card. As always another beautiful handmade card. Daffodils are always so pretty when they bloom. HAPPY SPRING TO ALL :) :)ReplyCancel

  • Naomi ArmentaFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:36 pm

    Love the colors Becca. Makes me hopeful for spring to be around the corner!ReplyCancel

  • sandi ackermanFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:44 pm

    Your colors are gorgeous. Thanks. We have snow surrounding us so a bit of flowers is always nice. I would like to learn how to incorporate the coloring into my stamping. Yours look very smooth.ReplyCancel

  • Rachel BrooksFebruary 22, 2011 - 3:59 pm

    I have daffodills up along the edge of the house under the overhang. They’ve been up for over a month. Just hope this cold snap doesn’t end their thoughts about blooming! Oove these bright sunny days and your card just lifts one’s spirits right up!ReplyCancel

  • Anne ( Midlands UK)February 22, 2011 - 4:30 pm

    I love it Becca. AnneReplyCancel

  • Nancy FlecknellFebruary 22, 2011 - 4:33 pm

    Becca it’s not quite spring here in Eastern Canada but hopefully in another 3-4 weeks all the snow will be melted and gone. Now put that Christmas paper away (and don’t tell anyone that I bought a bunch a few days ago)!!
    I love love love spring and can’t wait to see my garden flowers popping up!
    Love your card too! It’s lovely as always!ReplyCancel

  • RebeccaFebruary 22, 2011 - 4:36 pm

    Too early for Spring I don’t think so it can’t come early enough! Your card does bring memories of Spring to mind; very pretty love all the little bows.ReplyCancel

  • Dianna N.February 22, 2011 - 4:50 pm

    Hi Becca:
    Yellow… my favorite color! I’m loving the sweet little bows and pearls! This card just radiates sunshine! Thank you for a very happy, and inspiring card!
    Hugs!ReplyCancel

  • Lori mFebruary 22, 2011 - 4:53 pm

    Very pretty and very cheery colors, :)ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonFebruary 22, 2011 - 4:55 pm

    BECCA BECCA AS USUAL THE CARD IS BEAUTIFUL. THEY LOOK
    LIKE THEY ARE REAL AND YOU CAN PUT THEM RIGHT INTO A BOWL. I
    DOWN’ KNOW HOW YOU COME UIP WITH SUCH BEAUTIFUL CARDS
    EVERY DAY.

    CYNTHIA BEYNONReplyCancel

  • Barbara WilsonFebruary 22, 2011 - 4:59 pm

    Beautiful card. I am ready for spring. But the weather isn’t.ReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)February 22, 2011 - 5:28 pm

    EEEK — yet “another” die to die for and I imagine I’ll be wanting several many more than I’m ever able to purchase — you gals and your new dies are killin’ me!!! This is definitely a fabulous one too!!!

    LOVE your colors, Becca, how you’ve layered the die cuts and your fun ZVA Pearls with just a larger yellow one every so often — GORGEOUS!!!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara AKA GardenladyFebruary 22, 2011 - 5:31 pm

    Becca this card makes me smile and looking forward to spring. Today here in Oklahoma the sun is shining and no clouds in the sky! It started out chilly but has warmed up real nice. My green is coming up on my daffodils and hyacinths so enjoyed this card thinking of warmer days and green grass.

    On those angel pins you shared the instructions on. I took that earring back and turned it around and pushed it up inside the cone shaped bead and it held all them together at the top without them sliding down. Of course I then had another one at the bottom to hold the pin on a card or whatever you were using it for. Just thought I would share that info.

    Spring hugs and have a blessed day!ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleFebruary 22, 2011 - 6:23 pm

    Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!!! We are having lovely blue skies intermixed with rain and snow showers (nothing sticking…YET!). I’m soooo ready for spring!
    JanReplyCancel

  • MarieFebruary 22, 2011 - 6:46 pm

    Beautiful Springtime card. Makes me think of the warmer weather that’s just around the corner xxReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanFebruary 22, 2011 - 7:11 pm

    Love your spring card…..and I do love the new die cut…..but the stamps is gorgeous…..and I am so ready for spring to get here…..I also love how you used two different colors pearls very pretty….thank you for sharing…ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)February 22, 2011 - 7:27 pm

    Well now. I was enjoying today’s cold crisp winter weather until I saw your lovely card. And now, Spring looks pretty good to me. Thanks for sharing a breath of fresh air with us. It sure looks good.ReplyCancel

  • paulaFebruary 22, 2011 - 7:37 pm

    how refreshing – spring. At last.

    Paula, Derbyshire, UK.
    x x xReplyCancel

  • MichelleFebruary 22, 2011 - 7:44 pm

    It’s not too soon. Spring can’t come soon enough. I love Spring flowers. These daffodils are fabulous!ReplyCancel

  • JaneyFebruary 22, 2011 - 8:30 pm

    Last week we were teased with Spring-like temps and sunshine and all but the huge mounds of snow had melted. Then Sunday night – ‘thundersnow’ as Mike on the Weather channel has coined it….and then sleet and finally by Monday afternoon – huge amounts of snow – 6″ in about 2 hours. It’s Indiana – this is what we expect.

    So, I love your card today – sunny colors, Spring flowers, just beautiful, Becca!

    Thanks fo sharing with us.

    hugsReplyCancel

  • Judy McMullenFebruary 22, 2011 - 8:43 pm

    Hooray for Spring and daffodils…love them! Also love that beautifully colored image on that great die cut layer and love your ribbons! Another Beautiful Becca creation!!!ReplyCancel

  • Becky DFebruary 22, 2011 - 9:08 pm

    Oh Becca – I am so ready for spring! Unfortunately it is not ready to come to Utah yet :( I love this card though – gives me hope that spring will come! This is just beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Elissa LymanFebruary 22, 2011 - 10:27 pm

    After a wet cold Arizona winter, it is nice to see spring flowers. Love your card, as usual it is beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • RufusFebruary 22, 2011 - 11:16 pm

    Gorgeous! Yes , I think that Spring has finally come to Fl. Only problem with that is so has the pollen! May have to add that set and the die to the want list, which never seems to get any shorter!
    R/ReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithFebruary 22, 2011 - 11:22 pm

    This card definitely welcomes spring. We are having some wonderful weather right now also, but there is another rain storm due to reach us Thursday- Sunday. I have been spending my mornings spring cleaning our yard. It just feels so wonderful to be able to actually work out there in this gorgeous weather. Our nights have been very cold though. I definitely have spring fever. Beautiful card Becca. These stamps would make lovely Easter cards.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • KathFebruary 22, 2011 - 11:22 pm

    I am so ready for spring but we got about 18 inches of snow the past 2 days. So your daffodil is well recieved.. in fact I think it is beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaFebruary 23, 2011 - 1:05 am

    I am ready for Spring! It is right around the corner :).
    Gorgeous card.ReplyCancel

  • Candy MillsFebruary 23, 2011 - 2:47 am

    Gorgeous Becca!
    Makes me want to see the daffodils blooming – can’t wait for them :o)
    Hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • Angelina WesselsFebruary 23, 2011 - 4:21 am

    Beautiful card, so springlike! I bought some potted daffodils in the grocery store and they have been blossoming and are oh, so pretty! This is one of my favorite spring flowers. Your card is so colorful, and what a neat shape for the custom die! I will have to watch out for this release. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • EileenFebruary 23, 2011 - 6:37 am

    I love Springtime! and your card says it all…..very fresh and lovely colours.
    For me, Spring is the time for new beginnings more than any other time of the year…..it is definately my most favoured season.

    Take care LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • Jeanielou KaufmanFebruary 23, 2011 - 8:45 am

    As I have said so many times…your work is so spetacular and so refreshing to see. I love the uplift I get from everyday’s creation. This spring one just blows me out of the water. I do love spring as my favorite season. A new beginning and the shedding of all old gloomy, dark and cold things, bringing forth a bright, warm cuddly feeling of better things to come. Aren’t we all so blessed?
    Have yourself a week in the Lord.
    Hugs, JeanielouReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKFebruary 23, 2011 - 8:52 am

    Sooo beautiful Becca and sprinlike too. Thr daffodil is one of my favourite flowers and is the Welsh National flower and as I am born and bred in Wales, UK then it just had to be. It is also the flower that we have for our Patron Saint’s Day which is St. Davd Day, March 1st. So it was so lovely to see this card today even though it’s a week early.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • Evette K. CiampoFebruary 23, 2011 - 9:15 am

    OH MY GOSH BECCA….you had me from the start on this card. How amazing it is. You inspire me ssssssooooooooooooo much. Just wish I could make cards like u. I try. LOL Have a great day and thanks for sharing. HugsReplyCancel

  • Beth NormanFebruary 23, 2011 - 9:16 am

    Another stunning card. Everything you touch turns to gold.ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterFebruary 23, 2011 - 10:20 am

    Wonderful spring card, such lovely painting and love your pearl and bow border!ReplyCancel

  • ANNETTE KLASINZFebruary 23, 2011 - 10:30 am

    i can’t wait for spring! beautiful!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • yogiFebruary 23, 2011 - 11:11 am

    beautiful. Spring can never come too soon. I meant to mention the other day (or maybe I did, can’t remember), but I watched your tut on the bow maker. Ive never used one, but it definitely looked like a good idea. So i guess i should work my way in to my basement and put one together… Maybe on my way down to get my coffee.ReplyCancel

  • pamela watsonFebruary 23, 2011 - 1:30 pm

    Becca, I have a question? How do you mail your cards with all the large embellishments on the front without having the post office ruin them?ReplyCancel

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Hi there.  I hope you all have had a wonderful, wonderful weekend.  I’ve spent most of the weekend with my daughter but did get some time to pull together a card.  I’m really loving the way the pleated background looks and many of you asked me to go into more detail.  You asked, you got it!!  Everyone will find their own way, but in the video I show you how I get this set up for my card.
Pleated Background CardI’m using a sweet little sentiment from Quietfire Design called A Smile That You Send Out; it was just the perfect size to fit the heart.  I love that this heart gives you the ability to pull in color by adding a stenciled color.  I’m using Spellbinders Reverse Wonky Rectangles and inside I’ve put Spellbinders Nested Hearts backed by Spellbinders Classic Hearts.  The elements are all very simple – it’s really the pleating that gives the card interest.  The paper that I’m using is Bella Bleu and it just so happened to have a coordinating border that I thought would be perfect for the pleating without being too distracting.  I repeated the border along the bottom in flat form just for reinforcement.

SUPPLIES I USED

Stamps: Quietfire Design – A Smile That You Send Out
Paper: Bazzill, Ella Blue
Ink: Brushed Corduroy Distress Ink
Accessories: Spellbinders Reverse Wonky Rectangles, Spellbinders Nested Hearts, Spellbinders Classic Hearts, Ribbon, Zva Creative Pearls, Recollections Flower

Have a look at the video – it’s pretty short and it will give you the gist of how the card is put together.

Thanks so much for peeking in to see me today!!  See you soon!!

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  • Jane KFebruary 20, 2011 - 6:33 pm

    So lovely, Becca! And just what I needed, as we’re in the middle of a heavy snow storm in the Twin Cities. You’re an inspiration to us all – thanks!ReplyCancel

  • bonnie32002February 20, 2011 - 6:39 pm

    I have been making fan fold flowers for ages…I really love the wonderful twist that you’ve done with the accordion fold. I look forward to giving this a try…ReplyCancel

  • Beth B.February 20, 2011 - 6:45 pm

    What a lovely card, Becca! Thanks so much for the tutorial as well….perhaps one day I’ll get up the courage to try it! :)ReplyCancel

  • Carol FroehlichFebruary 20, 2011 - 6:52 pm

    Another Gorgeous Card. BEAUTIFUL papers. Thank you for the tutorial.
    I am definitely going to try this one.

    God Bless!ReplyCancel

  • Phyllis M.February 20, 2011 - 6:53 pm

    Beautiful card, Becca and I sure do love the pleated background on there. Love the pretty papers you used also. Thank you for the wonderful tut on how to do the pleating too. I live in MN so we are having a blizzard today so its so nice to have pretty cards and inspiration to keep us going and thank you so much for sharing your beautiful creation.ReplyCancel

  • FrancesFebruary 20, 2011 - 6:55 pm

    Love the folds in the center, great idea! Thanks for the inspiration, hugs, Frances.ReplyCancel

  • Susan BugalskiFebruary 20, 2011 - 6:57 pm

    Fantastic card. I love everything about it but especially the pleating and colors you used. Thanks for the tutorial.ReplyCancel

  • Candy MillsFebruary 20, 2011 - 6:57 pm

    Hi Becca,
    Hope you had a nice time with your daughter.
    Thank you so much for showing us how you do your pleating. I tried it the other day, but because I didn’t know how you anchored it – it didn’t work for me.
    NOW I know :o)
    Big hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • Shelly SchmidtFebruary 20, 2011 - 6:59 pm

    OOhhhh! This is one amazing card! I love the pleating through the frame. Thanks for the tutorial.ReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanFebruary 20, 2011 - 7:10 pm

    Love this!!!!! I want to make one of these….so thank you for the great tutorial…..I think I can make one now…..thank you for sharing….ReplyCancel

  • Barbara WilsonFebruary 20, 2011 - 7:11 pm

    You always come up with wonderful ideas. Beautiful card.ReplyCancel

  • Diane LFebruary 20, 2011 - 7:16 pm

    So stunning Becca!!!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkFebruary 20, 2011 - 7:25 pm

    Beautiful card. Thanks for the video. Something for me to practice. TFS.ReplyCancel

  • Valerie MatinFebruary 20, 2011 - 7:42 pm

    Oh my…Beautiful!!! Thanks for sharing. I was wondering how (or what) you do/use to adhere the outside corners…esp. on that ribbon strip. There is such wonderful height and dimension… I was not able to tell in your video…
    Thanks,
    Valerie
    P.S. CATCH!!! I just sent you back your SMILE!!! Have a GREAT day!!!ReplyCancel

  • NancyFebruary 20, 2011 - 7:45 pm

    What a beautiful card Becca. Thank you for making the how to video.ReplyCancel

  • Leslie GFebruary 20, 2011 - 7:48 pm

    you make it look so easy . . . Love the tuit! I will give it a tryReplyCancel

  • Evelyn in OregonFebruary 20, 2011 - 7:53 pm

    You are just a wonderful card artist!ReplyCancel

  • ChaunFebruary 20, 2011 - 8:02 pm

    Thanks for sharing the video on “how to pleat”.

    You are so generous with your time!ReplyCancel

  • Susan GFebruary 20, 2011 - 8:12 pm

    This is a gorgeous card!!! Thanks for the how-to!!
    SusanReplyCancel

  • JamieFebruary 20, 2011 - 8:23 pm

    Wow! Mystery solved! Thanks so much for sharing the details of this technique.ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisFebruary 20, 2011 - 8:32 pm

    Beautiful card with a beautiful sentiment. I love the shades of brown and blue they are very pleasing to the eye. Love that pleated background. Thanks for the video, it always makes more sense. As always Becca TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Robyn JosephsFebruary 20, 2011 - 8:39 pm

    TFS
    love the pleats and how it sets off the quietfire quote.ReplyCancel

  • Vicky SchmidtFebruary 20, 2011 - 8:59 pm

    Oh my gosh Becca, Thjs card is beautiful. When I saw it, I want my husband to see it. He also thought it was a wonderful card.
    Thanks for sharing
    VickyReplyCancel

  • Darlene JFebruary 20, 2011 - 8:59 pm

    Becca,
    Such a beautiful card. I am enjoying all the Becca Bits. Thanks for sharing.
    DarleneReplyCancel

  • Naomi ArmentaFebruary 20, 2011 - 9:04 pm

    Beautiful Becca. Thank you for the video!ReplyCancel

  • Deborah HooperFebruary 20, 2011 - 9:05 pm

    Beautiful. The flower is perfect on that card.ReplyCancel

  • Mary H.February 20, 2011 - 9:15 pm

    Fantastic! Thanks for the video showing exactly how you do that. And as usual, thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • emilyFebruary 20, 2011 - 9:20 pm

    Love this technique. I played with the rosettes a little at Christmas time. They are rather fun and I love yours behind the frame. Nice twist!
    Thanks for sharing! :)ReplyCancel

  • chrisdFebruary 20, 2011 - 9:41 pm

    Such a lovely card and the video is great also.ReplyCancel

  • NancyFebruary 20, 2011 - 9:47 pm

    Very nice video, well presented. Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • MickieFebruary 20, 2011 - 10:01 pm

    Love your video, so informative!ReplyCancel

  • KathyFebruary 20, 2011 - 10:18 pm

    I simply adore the pleated background!!!!! I am going to view the video tomorrow as i’m running late this evening… looking forward to it… This is an awesome card…thank you for sharing your creativity with us!ReplyCancel

  • JaneyFebruary 20, 2011 - 10:32 pm

    I think your pleating in a card is ingenious! I am just ‘catching up’ on email before I turn out the lights, so I will watch the video tomorrow morning before I head to the office. As always, Becca, thank you for sharing many of your techniques with us.

    hugsReplyCancel

  • JenFebruary 20, 2011 - 10:39 pm

    Beautiful love the colors and the pretty flower!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara AKA GardenladyFebruary 20, 2011 - 11:14 pm

    Becca you just amaze me with all your wonderful card designs. Each time I open your blog you take my breath away! Nothing is ever duplicated! You are so generous with all your tuts! I loved the one yesterday and love the one today as well! I hope you had a lovely day with your daughter!

    Hugs,
    Barbara AKA GardenladyReplyCancel

  • DebraFebruary 20, 2011 - 11:42 pm

    Nice tutorial – thanks for sharing! Love the fast forward .. you made it look so easy!ReplyCancel

  • Dianna N.February 21, 2011 - 1:21 am

    Hi Becca,

    Another splendid card!

    You always find a new way to do something with an old standby. This time it’s accordion pleated paper. Who would have guessed that you could get pleated paper twisted around to come out like that! Just beautiful!

    Today, my husband made me a bow maker like yours, and I made four bows right off the bat! He was so happy! Now all I have to do is make some cards to go under them! Ha! Ha!

    Thank you bunches!

    Hugs!ReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithFebruary 21, 2011 - 1:23 am

    Glad you actually showed a tutorial on this. The first time I saw you use this technique, it looked as thou the window was cut thru the card base itself and that the pleating was mounted from inside the card rather then laying on the outside and mounting the window over the pleating element. You probably thought I was nuts when I asked if you had box scored your card base to accomodate the pleated element. Seeing your tutorial just cleared that all up. Thanks. Beautiful card – what gorgeous paper.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • Cathie (Owen Sound)February 21, 2011 - 1:32 am

    Hi Becca,
    Love your beautiful card and instructional video. I could listen to your videos all day. You have such a soothing and calming voice that makes me want to listen more!
    I can see many possibilities for this technique with different shapes and a variety of patterned paper.
    I have been away lately and just trying to catch up on all that I miss from your blog. Your blog is the first I open in a day!
    Thanks for all your gifts you share, sweet Becca,
    Love and hugs,
    CathieReplyCancel

  • Linda LFebruary 21, 2011 - 2:49 am

    Awesome Becca…thanks for sharing how that is done. Love the look it gives. xLReplyCancel

  • EllyFebruary 21, 2011 - 3:39 am

    You did it again….such a gorgeous card!!!

    hugs, EllyReplyCancel

  • Corine van der ZeeFebruary 21, 2011 - 4:05 am

    WOW, GORGEOUSSSS!!! Love this card and thank you for the tutorial.

    Greetings CorineReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKFebruary 21, 2011 - 4:17 am

    Oh I just adored this card Becca, I’ve used the pleating when I first saw you do it as a flower, but this is so clever and the blues and chocolate go beautiful together. Thanks som uch for another great tutorial.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • HeatherFebruary 21, 2011 - 4:45 am

    Oh Becca – this card is gorgeous and thanks so much for the excellent video tutotrial. It’s so much ‘nicer’ to have visual and of course to hear your lovely voice. tfs
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • Karen WFebruary 21, 2011 - 5:39 am

    Oh Wow i just watched the video, thank you so much, I would not have known how to start this. I’m off to see if you are the one that had the video on the folding for the doilies to make a flower also. Just gorgeous card and thanks again.ReplyCancel

  • Lori EllFebruary 21, 2011 - 5:39 am

    Thanks Becca. So beautiful. I love that paper too. God Bless you for sharing your talent with all of us!ReplyCancel

  • Evette K. CiampoFebruary 21, 2011 - 6:35 am

    Thank you for answering my question so quickly…as it seems others had the same one too, lol. Just love this effect. Great card Becca. Hope your daughter is doing ok. Hugs. God bless.ReplyCancel

  • caroline hillFebruary 21, 2011 - 7:28 am

    Thank you so much for pleated background tutorial.
    You always amaze me . Your blog is my favorite.
    Thanks CarolynReplyCancel

  • Miss GFebruary 21, 2011 - 7:52 am

    Oops, I put my pleating comment inthe wrong section.
    However, thank you for the video and the card is a beauty as usualy.
    Have a great week!ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaFebruary 21, 2011 - 7:57 am

    Gorgeous card Becca, and great tutorial.ReplyCancel

  • Anne ( Midlands UK)February 21, 2011 - 8:38 am

    It is another beautiful card from you Becca, thankyou. AnneReplyCancel

  • EileenFebruary 21, 2011 - 8:48 am

    Thank you for that great tutorial Becca…..I love the way you think ‘outside the box’ it makes your cards so interesting.
    Take care LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • JessicaFebruary 21, 2011 - 9:25 am

    Lovely card Becca. What an amazing difference the accordian folding makes. Without it, the card would be pretty but with it…as Emeril would say “BAM”. lol Thanks for sharing your talent with us.
    Hugs, JessicaReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterFebruary 21, 2011 - 9:33 am

    Beautiful, and love the border strip, like how it makes it look like you’ve used two papers, love the blue and brown combo and the flower is lovely!ReplyCancel

  • Leslie MillerFebruary 21, 2011 - 9:55 am

    Oh, Becca! This card is like a beautiful sculpture! I didn’t see the beauty in those Wonky shape Spellbinders before, but you’re sure opened my eyes. Leave it to you! You make everything beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Claudia CullenFebruary 21, 2011 - 9:59 am

    This is probably one of the most beautiful cards I’ve ever seen. You are such a miracle worker. Hope I can copy.ReplyCancel

  • ANNETTE KLASINZFebruary 21, 2011 - 10:43 am

    beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Mrs. HamFebruary 21, 2011 - 11:25 am

    Becca, thank you so much for this tutorial. I have wondering how you do the pleating. One question. Are you using the Martha Steward score board?

    ReginaReplyCancel

  • lacyquilterFebruary 21, 2011 - 12:20 pm

    This is awesome, Becca. What a beautiful technique.ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)February 21, 2011 - 12:34 pm

    Thank you so much for everything you share with us. Today’s big thank you is for the Becca Bit. This pleating is just so very neat. I hope when I try it, it’s as easy as you make it look.

    I love your beautiful card(s), your website and all the fun creative stuff you share with us. You have no idea what a huge influence you have on so many people. You’re one amazing lady! Please excuse me for gushing. I’m particularly grateful today.ReplyCancel

  • CarolFebruary 21, 2011 - 1:08 pm

    Becca, Thanks for the video on the pleated background…you make it look soooooooooooo easy! And loved the way you speeded up the placement of the pleated circle…cool! Excellent! CarolReplyCancel

  • geatyFebruary 21, 2011 - 2:12 pm

    Hello Becca, another gorgeous card, and thank you for this video, I was in the people you require more detail on the construction of this map and I’m delighted, thousand thank you you have shown great kindness, very Good evening to youReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenFebruary 21, 2011 - 2:58 pm

    WOW! Thanks Becca! Great tutorial!!!! AND VERY EASY!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • LynneFebruary 21, 2011 - 4:46 pm

    Thanks Becca for the great tutorial on pleating. Wow your card is beautiful.
    I was wondering how to do this and it is so good of you to share. I’m sure the recipient of your card will treasure it always as it deserves.ReplyCancel

  • SuziFebruary 21, 2011 - 8:16 pm

    I love it when you say you are done, just a flower and maybe a few pearls. . . . And your work turns into a masterpiece! Thank you! Love these videos!ReplyCancel

  • LeanneFebruary 21, 2011 - 10:41 pm

    Wow ! What a beauty. I’m so glad I found your blog again. It’s so inspirational.
    When time permits do stop by my blog. I’m very happy about my new post and would like you to see it too.ReplyCancel

  • Linda BandowFebruary 22, 2011 - 12:25 am

    Just a lovely filip….TFS Becca, your work is so special.ReplyCancel

  • pat pFebruary 22, 2011 - 4:38 am

    Becca
    I always love your Becca Bits and tutorials..I’m so happy that you showed us the flower project and the fan paper to put behind the frame. Now I know how to do this and approach it..

    Your cards are always so beautiful ..thank you so much

    patReplyCancel

  • ArleneFebruary 22, 2011 - 10:19 am

    We love your cards. We are using an idea of yours to make a centerplace for each table at the funeral for my sister in law. My question is: where do you get the jeweled bottom for the card to sit on. It would be very special for each table.

    Thanks!!

    Arlene Wallin
    ReplyCancel

  • MarieFebruary 22, 2011 - 6:32 pm

    Another fab tutorial! Many thsnk, Becca xxReplyCancel

  • Karen LinarezFebruary 23, 2011 - 3:00 am

    I really love this card. That accordian folded background is great. You are always soo creative. You do such beautiful work!ReplyCancel

  • Lillian F.February 24, 2011 - 11:19 am

    Hey Becca
    I really loved this card. You make it look so easyI had to try it. And you know it took me more than an hour! It came out beautiful and I gave it to my aunt for her eighty-first birthday she really loved it. Thanks for the ideas and techniques I can’t get enough of your use of the nestabilities…..keep them coming! I am also working on the 31 days but this one might take ME sixty! :)ReplyCancel

  • Lillian FFebruary 24, 2011 - 11:57 am

    Hey Becca
    This was such a lovely card I just had to try it. Of course you know it took ME more than an hour. :) Following your techniques made it look so easy. It came out beautiful and I gave it to my aunt for her eighty first birthday she thought it was so beautiful she has it on display! Thanks for the videos and techniques with the nestabilities you give us so many good ideas. Can’t wait to see what you come up with next.ReplyCancel

  • Rebya FalkMarch 18, 2011 - 3:11 pm

    Thank you so much for your tutorials. You are a wonderful teacher. Your work is absolutely beautiful.ReplyCancel

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Hi there sweet friends.  Popping in to let you know that two of the three winners have responded.    I’ll have a further update for you tomorrow.  In the meantime, after all my errands today I got the inspiration for a card.  I was thinking petticoats, lol.  Can’t you tell?  Seriously, this is my favorite, favorite, favorite lace.  I indulged last year after I saw this in the Prima booth at CHA.  No worries, it won’t go to waste – I sew too so this may end up on the bottom of a jean jacket or something.   It was my starting point on this card and then I thought it an excellent place to showcase one of the new background stamps from Our Daily Bread Designs – the Fish Background.  It’s very subtle here because it’s stamped over top of my striped design paper – I heat embossed it with ivory embossing powder.  Then I stamped half of the sentiment from the Anchor set and behind it, very faintly, you can see the anchor image.


My focal point medallion is made up of  two of Spellbinders Fancy Tags Two with Standard Circles SM and Standard Circles LG layered on top.   Lol, you know I’m push myself from time to time to step outside of my color comfort zone – voila -purple for you.  It honestly doesn’t happen often, but I’m trying to change that!!


SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Our Daily Bread Designs – Fish Background, Anchor
Paper: Bazzill, K & Company
Ink: Studio G (dye based)
Accessories: Spellbinders Fancy Tags Two, Spellbinders Standard Circles SM, Spellbinders Standard Circles LG, Ivory Embossing Powder, Ribbon, Prima Lace Pearls

You all are the sweetest!  I’m cooking up some good stuff for you!!  Come back and see me soon!


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  • Candy MillsFebruary 18, 2011 - 2:42 am

    Wow Becca that lace is really something!!! I can just see you in a jean jacket with that on it too :o)
    LOVE the fish background stamp!!! You make everything so different! In this case stamping that background on striped paper – I never would have done that. Excellent ribbon – love the touch of purple. Every time you say you go out of your comfort zone – you do it with class.
    Big hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • FernandaFebruary 18, 2011 - 3:08 am

    so creative-love the darker stamping (sentiment) over the lighter one (anchor)!ReplyCancel

  • geatyFebruary 18, 2011 - 3:43 am

    Super card Becca, j’aime bcp what you did and done with so much love, that’s why we love even more your work, good luckReplyCancel

  • Mary HarrisFebruary 18, 2011 - 3:50 am

    Becca I love that lace and I love the bow too. The ribbon is really pretty!!ReplyCancel

  • HeatherFebruary 18, 2011 - 4:46 am

    Beautiful card Becca – The stamping and colours are so subtle and that lace and bow, WOW. love it.
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKFebruary 18, 2011 - 5:20 am

    Fabulous Becca!!! Love the colours and the way you’ve used the stamps and the lace is soooooo beautiful and the add touch of purple to the bow just sets it of wonderfully. I just love your creations so much. Thank you.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • Jane FiresFebruary 18, 2011 - 5:46 am

    Becca, Where did you get the ribbon? It is beautiful. Thanks for sharing. JanieReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisFebruary 18, 2011 - 6:14 am

    That lace is gorgeous, and I love how you utilized it on that beautiful card. I’m loving the color combination too. That is a pretty ribbon too. I like how you over stamped your sentiment on top of the anchor. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • HeatherFebruary 18, 2011 - 6:19 am

    Beautiful combo of colors and design … where did you get that ribbon … I love it!!!ReplyCancel

  • TaterFebruary 18, 2011 - 6:20 am

    This is absolutely stunning! Your use of the ODB background stamp is stupendous. Beautiful. Thank you for sharing your creation and thank you for your inspiring tutorials. I tried the gathered ribbon technique and I was able to create one!!!ReplyCancel

  • Carol LFebruary 18, 2011 - 6:23 am

    I love every detail here! The background stamp, the faint image stamped behind the sentiment, and oh that ribbon and lace! Gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • michelle frasherFebruary 18, 2011 - 6:41 am

    what a treat when you step out of your comfort zone and use colors you don’t usually use. love that ribbon! and all that lace! you could really make it into a ‘girly’ card.ReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellFebruary 18, 2011 - 6:47 am

    Oh man, it is gorgeous!! I love the lace and ribbon!!!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkFebruary 18, 2011 - 6:55 am

    You are amazing! The card is beautiful and the lace and ribbon…..I want to shop where you shop. TFS.ReplyCancel

  • Jeanielou KaufmanFebruary 18, 2011 - 7:14 am

    Here I am seeing another very beautiful creation, the great Victorian look. Love this, Becca. Have a blessed day.
    Hugs, JeanielouReplyCancel

  • Dianna N.February 18, 2011 - 7:15 am

    Hey Becca,
    I never thought of stamping over a patterned paper! It really makes a difference in a large print stamp. I appreciate the subtleness of it. I also love the way the bow turned out!
    Thank you for another beautiful card, and delightful tip!ReplyCancel

  • Donna RFebruary 18, 2011 - 7:18 am

    Gorgeous card, Becca! great way to start the weekend!ReplyCancel

  • JeanFebruary 18, 2011 - 7:35 am

    Beautiful card. I love the fish background on the patterned paper.
    Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • SusiFebruary 18, 2011 - 7:43 am

    I agree, that Prima lace is SCRUMPTIOUS!!! As is your card, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara WilsonFebruary 18, 2011 - 7:57 am

    Very pretty, glad that petticoats inspired you. I sometimes wonder do people even wear slips let alone petticoats.ReplyCancel

  • Judy CoveyFebruary 18, 2011 - 8:02 am

    Another beautiful card Becca! Love the lace too and I adore the bow, not only the actual bow but the print.ReplyCancel

  • bethann dFebruary 18, 2011 - 8:10 am

    oh lovely lace, great card, wonderful sentiment. like the subtly of the b’grd over the patterend paper. no winnners answered???, i’ll answer the call lolReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanFebruary 18, 2011 - 8:18 am

    So beautiful…..love the lace petticoat….ReplyCancel

  • Shelly SchmidtFebruary 18, 2011 - 8:38 am

    Gorgeous card- love the lace and I can see why you had to have it! I love the image stamped softly and then the sentiment over it.ReplyCancel

  • ChaunFebruary 18, 2011 - 8:41 am

    This is wonderful, as usual. And the little pop of purple with the neutrals realy does make it POP! Keep it up! Let’s see some more purple out of you!ReplyCancel

  • lacyquilterFebruary 18, 2011 - 8:41 am

    Beautiful, Becca. I need to remember that I can stamp on designer paper.ReplyCancel

  • Miss GFebruary 18, 2011 - 8:43 am

    Good Morning Becca

    BEAUTIFUL, I thought the fish were apart of the paper. the petticoat look is awesome and I looke the book and corner effect. you are so talented.
    thank you again for sharing . The color combo is awesome!.

    Again CONGRADS to those that won the BLOG!ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenFebruary 18, 2011 - 8:46 am

    This is SO PRETTY!!!! Yep, I can see Petticoats!!! :) I LOVE that you put a little bit of ribbon on the corner too!!! NICE touch!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaFebruary 18, 2011 - 9:24 am

    This is gorgeous Becca, that lace is beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • AnnelieFebruary 18, 2011 - 9:50 am

    Just love this card, Becca. I’m a sucker for plaid — love the little corner accent you’ve added with the ribbon as well. My day wouldn’t be complete without checking to see what you have created. Thanks for sharing your amazing talent with us all.ReplyCancel

  • sandi ackermanFebruary 18, 2011 - 9:54 am

    I really love encouraging ,spiritual phrases that are similar to the ones that you use Becca. Can you give me an idea of where you find them? Thanks Also, we have lots of great outside card ideas but some inside card ideas could be of use too. Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • emilyFebruary 18, 2011 - 9:57 am

    Becca, your petticoat lace is so pretty and the checkered ribbon to go with it is so fresh and country looking. Love it! The image and sentiment are perfect together. What an inspirational card.
    Thanks for sharing and hope you have a good weekend! :o)ReplyCancel

  • Pam HFebruary 18, 2011 - 10:12 am

    Beautiful. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Michelle ~ daydreams505February 18, 2011 - 10:28 am

    Very pretty and I haven’t seen this lace before. :)ReplyCancel

  • RobynFebruary 18, 2011 - 10:47 am

    When I saw this card, I thought that the lace was the ruff sea and the top part of the card was the calm sea. Just beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Linda EFebruary 18, 2011 - 10:48 am

    Stunning, Becca! I love all of the ribbon and lace!ReplyCancel

  • RubyFebruary 18, 2011 - 10:55 am

    As usual a beautiful card… I love everything abou it and the embossing of the background is genius. Just wondering how you got the pinking on the end of the ribbon, was it done with pinking shears? Tks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)February 18, 2011 - 10:58 am

    I totally understand why this is your favorite lace — it is heavenly! I’ve never had the nerve to use that much lace on a card, but your ‘petticoat’ border is GORGEOUS!!! Your bow is awesome too — LOVE it!!!ReplyCancel

  • Debby WalkerFebruary 18, 2011 - 11:08 am

    I really like the vellum overlay, and perfect bow as always! Thanks for sharing! HugsReplyCancel

  • Peggy MullenauxFebruary 18, 2011 - 11:45 am

    Beautiful card. Love your choice of lace and the perfect ribbon to go with it. You are so creative. {{ }}ReplyCancel

  • Elissa LymanFebruary 18, 2011 - 12:16 pm

    I love the color combo. Purple is my favorite color! I watched your video on bows and I am working on making beautiful bows like you. The lace is gorgeous.ReplyCancel

  • FrancesFebruary 18, 2011 - 12:32 pm

    This is so beautiful, love it. Hugs, Frances.ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonFebruary 18, 2011 - 12:51 pm

    BECCA BECCA I AM TYPING THIS DURING A EARTHQUAKE HERE IN
    YUMA AZ. ITS NOT A BAD ONE, MAYBE THREE ON THE RICTER SCALE. THE CARD IS BEAUTIFUL AND I THINK IT MAKES A GOOD MENS CARD. WHATEVER ITS BEAUTIFUL AND DIFFERENT. WHERE
    DID YOU PURCHASE THAT BEAUTIFUL LACE. I COULD REALLY USE
    IT.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)February 18, 2011 - 12:55 pm

    So many little details to get to the altogether glorious finish. The first thing that popped out at me was the ribbon corner and the pinking on the bottom of the bow tails. After reading each comment, I had to go back and look at that particular detail. Then, the oh so gentle anchor stamp. So beautifully understated. Like some of your other followers I could not quite take in that you stamped on your DP. Yes, you told us, but really, who does that? Except you!

    I love every little thing about this card. You done did it again!ReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.February 18, 2011 - 1:00 pm

    Becca,
    Love the lase on the card and the pretty bow. Those new stamps are so fabulous, I wish I had them. I sure hope that my info went through to you for the prizes, since you mentioned that you only received two responses, I always have such troubles with computer stuff. Well, hope to hear from you.
    ~Ginny K.~ReplyCancel

  • Peggy H.February 18, 2011 - 1:25 pm

    Wonderful card, beautiful ribbon,but i love purplr always have, thanks for sharing your wonderful designs!ReplyCancel

  • Karen LinarezFebruary 18, 2011 - 1:59 pm

    Yet another very pretty card, Becca! I like what you did with the ribbon over the corner, and what a perfect bow. I love the way you layered the medallion, and that background was very creative. I love making my own backgrounds, which was my only way till I got inspired here to use background paper.ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleFebruary 18, 2011 - 1:59 pm

    I totally enjoyed you ‘step outside the box’ Becca…nicely done! Like what you did with the fish stamp – I thought I ordered the embossing plate – in error I had ordered the stamp….so now I have both! And….thanks to you, now I know what I will do with the stamp – LOL!
    JanReplyCancel

  • IdaFebruary 18, 2011 - 2:08 pm

    Simply Stunning.ReplyCancel

  • LenoriaFebruary 18, 2011 - 2:30 pm

    This is such a beautiful card and I love all the lace and everything about the card!ReplyCancel

  • Bev J.February 18, 2011 - 3:43 pm

    Beautiful, love what you did to the striped dp!!ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BFebruary 18, 2011 - 4:18 pm

    Love it. He really does calm the restless sea. We just have to listen.ReplyCancel

  • Lenny B.February 18, 2011 - 4:42 pm

    Your ‘Calming the Restless Sea’ card is really nice. I love the color of paper, ink, lace, and ribbon. Your friends and loved ones are so lucky to receive your beautiful cards! (I’m so lucky to see them). :)ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterFebruary 18, 2011 - 4:51 pm

    neat stamping on the paper, I wouldn’t have known it wasn’t part of the paper if you hadn’t said. And I like he stamping of the sentiment over the image, pretty framing!ReplyCancel

  • Elaine AllenFebruary 18, 2011 - 4:51 pm

    Hi Becca –

    Gorgeous card! You never cease to amaze me. I really love that lace and the touch of purple. Purple in any shade is my favorite color.

    Elaine AllenReplyCancel

  • Rhonda ZFebruary 18, 2011 - 5:52 pm

    I adore the fish background! That is so cute.ReplyCancel

  • HelenFebruary 18, 2011 - 5:52 pm

    Becca you are so clever, I would never have thought of stamping on patterned paper! Love that idea.ReplyCancel

  • Mra DomeneFebruary 18, 2011 - 6:37 pm

    Just… marvellous.ReplyCancel

  • MichelleFebruary 18, 2011 - 6:49 pm

    Very pretty! I love the layers of laceReplyCancel

  • Annette MoranFebruary 18, 2011 - 7:07 pm

    you’ve done it again! Lovely card and I love the splash of purple.ReplyCancel

  • MarieFebruary 18, 2011 - 7:11 pm

    Beauiful card! Becca. I love the lace and ribbon xReplyCancel

  • Sabine EdelmannFebruary 18, 2011 - 7:45 pm

    Beautiful card and again awesome inspiration! Got my own ODBD stamp sets today. Love this release….and can’t wait until I have time this weekend to create! Have a good one….ReplyCancel

  • MickieFebruary 18, 2011 - 7:56 pm

    Another beauty Becca. Don’t know how I missed the tutorial on that bow, will have to check that out as it is so pretty.ReplyCancel

  • SorayaFebruary 18, 2011 - 8:10 pm

    Gorgeous! love your elegant bows too!ReplyCancel

  • Trish VernerFebruary 18, 2011 - 8:26 pm

    Becca, this is gorgeous and I really love that fish background stamp.
    Big hugs,
    Trish xxReplyCancel

  • JaneyFebruary 18, 2011 - 9:43 pm

    That lace is the sweetest lace!! I would have been falling all over myself to get to the Prima booth, too.

    Lovely way to accent the background papers and I love the anchor stamp and the Fancy Tags Two……such a cleaver way to pull everything together!

    Thanks for sharing with us.

    hugsReplyCancel

  • ChrisBFebruary 19, 2011 - 4:28 am

    I love this card so calming, the colour work so well with image and sentiment. That lace is do die for. Gorgeous. Thanks for sharing all your inspiration. Love and Hugs x ChrisBReplyCancel

  • RebeccaFebruary 19, 2011 - 10:15 am

    I love you work. Where do you get the beautiful scripture stamps you use.ReplyCancel

  • paulaFebruary 19, 2011 - 10:20 am

    a lovely card – some great elements. a restful image on the stamp behind the sentiment – and had to look twice to see the fish background.

    Paula x x xReplyCancel

  • Debbie HammFebruary 20, 2011 - 12:56 am

    You’ve done it again! You are an inspiration. Hugs, debbieReplyCancel
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