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Hello there friends.  I’m rejoicing because I’ve had a second to take a breath, look ahead and see that January is going to be a phenomenal month!!  Today I have a quick card to share.  I pulled out one of the inspirational sentiments from Quietfire Design and this one fit the bill; it’s called Reminding One Another.  Sigh, when you see words that look so beautiful they need no other picture to bring them to life!!!

As it were, I have been hoarding this beautiful Prima paper since last fall.  My attempts to use it were thwarted by the need to create yet another Christmas card and as you can see there was no way I could get creative and pass that off as Christmas, lol.  Same with the lace; it is Prima and it is at the tippy top of my favorites list (sorry ribbon, I had to give you a break).  I simply stamped the sentiment directly on the the paper so that you can see that lovely flower but the flourishes and such on the sentiment are soooo pretty.  I love this craft!   To hold these things in my hands and make something with them makes my heart sing!!

HOW IT’S MADE

1. Make Card Base – mine is 5½ x 7
2. Layer with paper and mat slightly smaller than base. Adhere with foam tape
3. Layer with paper and mat at least 1″ smaller than previous. Adhere with foam tape.
4. Layer with stamped image.  With foam tape, adhere to top of lower mat to leave room for lace.
5. Adhere lace and roses over the bottom of stamped image layer.
6. Add embellishments.
7. Smile

By the way, the rose trim that I used over the lace on this card was originally white and it met with a tea dying accident ala Becca.  Since it’s made from polyester I didn’t think the tea would set and keep.  Hooo boy, was I wrong.  I walked away for probably about 10 minutes while it boiled and came back to this dark golden brown mess.  I didn’t throw the trim away but I never imagined that I’d be able to use it.  I stand corrected.  There’s a lot to be said for salvaging a wreck  . . or so my heart says, all the time :-)

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Quietfire Design – Reminding One Another
Paper: Prima Design Paper, Bazzill, The Paper Company
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black and clear embossing powder
Accessories: Prima Lace, Tea dyed rose trim (Hobby Lobby), heart pins (Joann’s)

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  • Cathie - Ontario, CanadaJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:28 pm

    Hi Becca,
    Oh, what a beautiful arrangement! I especially love the unique choice of colours, so unexpected. The quote you chose us lovely, will have to look at those stamps. The little roses are so adorable, good job!
    Hope all is well Becca as I think of you each day.
    Blessings,
    CathieReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:35 pm

    I love the card. The sentiment is beautiful. Thank you for being you.ReplyCancel

  • MarieJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:35 pm

    Hello Becca,

    WOW!!! This card was worth waiting for…it’s gorgeous!!! The sentiment really touched my soul. The embellishments and absolutely everything are gorgeous. xxReplyCancel

  • Laura WhitakerJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:44 pm

    love the ‘wreck’ i was immediately drawn to the rich colour of your ribbon, if i hadn’t read about you accident, i would have never known!ReplyCancel

  • PamJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:47 pm

    I love the company that wrote the saying. They are awesome. Love the lace as well. It really adds to the card. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • miluJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:48 pm

    your tea accident came out GORGEOUS!ReplyCancel

  • Peggy MullenauxJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:48 pm

    Love the card. I did not know poly would take a tea dye. Learned something new. {Hugs} PeggyReplyCancel

  • Marla H.January 6, 2011 - 5:48 pm

    The colors are stunning and the card is beautiful!!ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:50 pm

    This is beautiful, the dp is stunning and the font for the sentiment is sheer elegance.ReplyCancel

  • Kristy ChristophersonJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:50 pm

    absolutely gorgeous, Becca!!!ReplyCancel

  • cynthiaJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:55 pm

    These colors are wonderful!ReplyCancel

  • Nancy DawesJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:55 pm

    I understand what your saying about “your heart sing” when doing this paper crafting. I feel the same way! I have been making cards for years and years and just love how the craft has progressed with all the beautiful lace, flowers, pins, trinkets, cutting systems – all which had to be done by hand 10 years ago.

    I am so happy to see that you are surviving and continuing to craft.

    NancyReplyCancel

  • MarianJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:58 pm

    I love it!ReplyCancel

  • Barb HardemanJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:00 pm

    Hi Becca, your work and creative talent never cease to amaze me. I learn so much from just looking at your cards…this is exquisite…hugs…BarbReplyCancel

  • JoAnn BurnhamJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:04 pm

    Beautiful card and I think the rose trim looks lovely, not a mess.ReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.January 6, 2011 - 6:08 pm

    Stunning card!
    As they say, No mistakes, just happy accidents and that tea dyed lace certainly fit the bill. Goes wonderfully with the card.
    ColleenReplyCancel

  • Susan GJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:12 pm

    Beautiful!! and I love the dyed flower trim, what wreck? they are a lovely color!
    SusanReplyCancel

  • Penny ReedJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:12 pm

    Everything about this card is fabulous! The colors, the “tea accident” and the lace. All together they are just beautiful. Hope your heart sings a lot!!!ReplyCancel

  • Steph HJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:12 pm

    Beautifully collaged – Love the roses too. Your tea dyeing accident turned out quite serendipitous!ReplyCancel

  • MazJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:13 pm

    Hi Becca!
    What a stunning card. I love the color and that paper is to die for. I must try dying ribbon and lace in this way.
    Hugs MazReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:22 pm

    BEAUTIFUL, Becca!!!!!!!!! This IS STUNNING!!!!! WHAT GORGEOUS PAPER!!! I can see why you’d be hoarding it!!!! LOL You did a SUPER JOB with the lace!!!! ( I’ve seen HOW polyester dyes!!!! :/ ) I understand about your heart singing!!!!! :) (Isn’t God good?)ReplyCancel

  • Tina Van EickJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:25 pm

    Becca,

    I don’t know how you do it. Each card or project you create is more beautiful than the rest. Thank you for sharing.

    God Bless You,

    TinaReplyCancel

  • dianeJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:26 pm

    WOW another beautiful creation, now i have to find that rose lace.
    God Bless, DianeReplyCancel

  • Candy MillsJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:27 pm

    Becca I am in love with the paper, wonderful lace and ‘rose trim’. I don’t think it was an accident – do you?
    A most beautiful card :o)
    Hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • Donna RinckelJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:34 pm

    Love your card, Becca! The sentiment is very special. Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • LisaJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:35 pm

    I heart the fabric embelishment!

    (Where do you purchase these items) Lisa!ReplyCancel

  • Sabine EdelmannJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:37 pm

    This is just stunning! What beautiful and strong colours! I Love everything about this card including the roses . There is a place for little mistakes just like that reserved for a special card.ReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.January 6, 2011 - 6:38 pm

    Becca,
    What a beautiful card. The unusual colors look fantastic on this card, I like the oops color of the flowers, very dramatic!! You make me want to craft more and more each day…..that would be my dream and goal, to craft endlessly and give to others what I craft! Especially if they turned out even half as nice as yours do, you truly have a gift! ~Ginny~ReplyCancel

  • Tammy Q HowellJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:41 pm

    What a great accident! LOL I didn’t realize the lace had been dyed until you wrote that. There are not mistakes in stamping, only reasons to embellish or use in a different way! Love the card and the saying is beautiful also.ReplyCancel

  • DonaldaJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:47 pm

    Oh hon this card is just gorgeous !!!!! So love the papers you have used. I sent you an email about the drawer template I do hope you got it dear. HugsReplyCancel

  • Linda EJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:53 pm

    Absolutely beautiful, Becca! I love how you used the patterned papers!ReplyCancel

  • Susan BugalskiJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:53 pm

    Beautiful card but especially love the colors.

    SusanReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:55 pm

    this is beautiful!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Kay LusnakJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:56 pm

    How do you ever do it? Thank you for sharing your gift that God so blessed you with!ReplyCancel

  • TrishJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:07 pm

    Oh Becca that is just beautiful and yes we should remind ourselves every now and then.Hugs Trish.ReplyCancel

  • Donna G.January 6, 2011 - 7:13 pm

    Beautiful. Love the paper, the lace and the rose trim! Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Deborah HooperJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:37 pm

    Did you make the little roses? If so, you must show us how. They are so pretty.ReplyCancel

  • Val WJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:53 pm

    Becca, you can’t imagine how many times I visit your blog, and the first thought I have when I look at what you’ve made is, “Wow!” This beautiful card gave me another “wow”. That paper is beautiful, and the rose trim is perfect. You have such a talent with the details on your cards.ReplyCancel

  • JaneyJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:01 pm

    Beautiful card, Becca. Love the paper, the stamp, the lace and the roses. As i always told my sewing students – there’s no mistake, you are the designer, so it’s a part of your creative genius. Wonderful !

    HugsReplyCancel

  • Maxine D/KiwimeJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:01 pm

    Love all your work, but this is spectacular. And yes, thankfully God id also in the business of salvaging wreaks – we are both examples of that!! Praise His name.ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:19 pm

    Absolutely beautiful!!!! I would have trouble letting go of that paper too!!!!!
    Now that you have, rest assured that others hearts are singing as we are treated to your creation! Thank you Becca!
    Jan CastleReplyCancel

  • Judy McMullenJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:22 pm

    Lovely! Great idea to stamp the image directly on that beautiful paper. You’re right, you don’t want to hide it! And those lovely roses…isn’t it amazing how what we may consider a “wreak” God leads us to a beautiful outcome!ReplyCancel

  • MaryKayeJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:40 pm

    I just wish my mistakes were aslovely and salvagable as yours. I love this card!ReplyCancel

  • Jean McGeeJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:53 pm

    This card is BEEEEEEEEEEEEEE-U-T-FFFFUUUUULLLLLLL!!!!
    I like the DP behind the sentiment and OOOOOOOOOOOO what a sentiment. It is sooooooooooooo much fun when we can finally use one/some of our “mistakes” (which are designers choice {in this case- you chose to leave the room} ).
    Jean McGeeReplyCancel

  • SusiJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:57 pm

    Goes to show that accidents aren’t all bad :-) The colours on this card are GORGEOUS!ReplyCancel

  • DebraKJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:57 pm

    so beautiful! it is so pretty to have a sentiment right on the DP. Your accident was a lovely touch!ReplyCancel

  • Michel EJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:58 pm

    Absolutely beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • Vicky SchmidtJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:09 pm

    Becca,
    I love the card, your mistake just made the card better. I just love your work.ReplyCancel

  • SuziJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:11 pm

    Thank you for another “aha” moment: stamping right on the printed paper! It’s beautiful! I always pull out solid paper for stamping. Gotta give this a shot ASAP, before my decrepit minds forgets!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:23 pm

    Beautiful card and your attention to detail is amazing. TFS.ReplyCancel

  • Linda LJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:32 pm

    Oh what a happy tea dying accident that was….it is so beautiful and the card is a masterpiece…that paper oh my goodness it’s sumptious. Yes this is one beautiful craft I agree and we are blessed to have it in our lives. xLReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:37 pm

    Beautiful card! Glad to know about the tea dying.ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:44 pm

    BECCA BECCA BOY , THIS IS A DIFFERENT BECCA CARD. M;Y
    HUSBAND ASKED WHOSE CARDS I WAS LOOKING AT AND I SAID,
    MY FAVORITE AND HE SAID NO WAY. THEN HE HAD TO LOOK AT THE
    REST OF THE BLOG. DIFFERENT, BUT I REALLY LIKE IT HE SAID
    STILL THINK OF YOU AND KNOW THAT YOU ARE WATCHED OVER BY
    OUR LOVING LORD.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • Carol RJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:06 pm

    Love it all! So beautiful. My favorite piece on this is the lace!!!ReplyCancel

  • MilliejsJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:19 pm

    Becca, I so much enjoy your cards…it’s kinda like going out and picking a new fresh little flower everyday to put on your table. I always stop and look at your new card and am never disappointed. God has blessed you tremendously and in turn you bless all of us. Thank you for your faithfulness.ReplyCancel

  • MickieJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:21 pm

    Oh Becca, this is just gorgeous. The stamp says it all does it not? Your choice of DP to use the stamp on along with the lace and tea dye project all adds up to one more beautiful card. God Bless!ReplyCancel

  • TerriJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:24 pm

    Just beautiful.
    Ter ;)ReplyCancel

  • ChaunJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:51 pm

    Gorgeous! Some of my best cards have been happy accidents after I had to get creative after I got an inky thumbprint or smudge on it. One of my favorite quotes: There are no mistakes! Only opportunities for embellishment.ReplyCancel

  • Patty W.January 6, 2011 - 10:52 pm

    Becca, You are amazing!!! Crafting and card making make my heart sing too. Your tea dyed roses are lovely! The colors you used together just “POP”. You are sooo inspiring Girl,in ways you can’t imagine! TYFS again. Blessings to you and your loved ones. Patty W.ReplyCancel

  • Tami BJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:54 pm

    This is the 2nd “accident” I’ve seen this week that got used to make an absolutely beautiful card. Shows you that even a mess can have a wonderful ending- kinda like what God does with us isn’t it?ReplyCancel

  • KerryJanuary 6, 2011 - 11:15 pm

    This Reminding One Another card looks fresh and bright. Becca you have created a lovely card with a different style for you.ReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)January 6, 2011 - 11:24 pm

    Oh, Becca, I LOVE how your tea died roses work so beautifully with your GORGEOUS Prima papers — what a happy accident!!!ReplyCancel

  • GinnyJanuary 6, 2011 - 11:39 pm

    I was going to comment that the ribbon roses are unusual. Well, they are! A Becca original! They are stunning on your card.ReplyCancel

  • MaryannJanuary 7, 2011 - 2:41 am

    Oh my goodness, this is soooo beautiful Becca. I can only agree about this paper, it´s really stunning. I´ve always had a weakness for beautiful paper. but many times, I don´t dare to cut in it, as I want to save it, if it´s really beautiful. But boy this looks awesome. You´re such talented lady Becca, I get all jealous he he he.
    Have a wonderful week-end ahead hun.ReplyCancel

  • cardchickJanuary 7, 2011 - 3:20 am

    the card is gorgeous! and I luv the sentiment!!!! as for the little flowers….oh my I thought they were store bought…did you boil the tea bag and the ribbon at the same time???? would you mind sharing the instructtions with us???ReplyCancel

  • Lorie B.January 7, 2011 - 4:14 am

    What gorgeous colors! They absolutely go with the great quote! :o)ReplyCancel

  • racheJanuary 7, 2011 - 4:20 am

    Thank you so much for sharing your creativity.
    God bless you today and you bless us.ReplyCancel

  • Angelina WesselsJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:01 am

    What a beautiful card! Sometimes the sentiment and the paper say it all!
    Pretty paper!ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:06 am

    Beautiful card…beautiful sentiment Becca and that gorgeous ‘accidental’
    ribbon looks perfect.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • JeanJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:34 am

    Becca,
    Your tea dying accident turned into a beautiful addition to your card. I love the bold paper and the unusual colors are wonderful.ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:49 am

    Your little wreck as you call it is gorgeous. Love the sentiment and the DP is gorgeous. Great composition Becca. Beautiful work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Kyle E.January 7, 2011 - 7:16 am

    Absolutely stunning, Becca! I love the paper, with it’s bold colors, as well as the lace and ribbon roses!!ReplyCancel

  • emilyJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:17 am

    Your card is so gorgeous! I love happy accidents! They have given me some of the my most creative and well, happy memories! Just think of it as God thinking ahead for you! :o)

    I admire your steady hand stamping your sentiment on your PP. I get nervous sometimes and make a mess. I have stamped on thin vellum if I am down to my last piece of a special paper. I think I need more practice… and confidence!

    Love your work and thanks for sharing! :o)ReplyCancel

  • Lisa PJanuary 7, 2011 - 9:12 am

    I love the color of the ribbon! The card is beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • corrieJanuary 7, 2011 - 9:51 am

    great job Becca, love your work thanks for sharingReplyCancel

  • lacyquilterJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:11 am

    Stunning card. What gorgeous paper.ReplyCancel

  • ChristineJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:19 am

    What a blessing you are to us. Thanks for sharing your amazing work.

    Your Sister in Christ

    ChristineReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:37 am

    Beautiful, love how you used this large print paper, the trim is just perfect with this card, good thing you didn’t throw away!ReplyCancel

  • Susan GJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:11 am

    That is such lovely paper! So glad the tea dying accident didn’t go to waste–lovely embellishments!ReplyCancel

  • alsmouseJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:30 am

    Lovely card. I can see why you held onto the paper so long. The dyeing error wasn’t really an error, it was an pre-planned chance to inspire you to create this lovely card. Thank you for sharing.
    ~C8>ReplyCancel

  • Peggy HJanuary 7, 2011 - 12:27 pm

    Wow! What a great card, beautiful colors, love the stamp, your cards are always works of love! Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • Lori mJanuary 7, 2011 - 12:28 pm

    Becca, this is so pretty, your tea stained lace matches perfect, thank you for sharing. :)ReplyCancel

  • Debbie B.January 7, 2011 - 12:56 pm

    Becca, do we need to be looking for another word? I still love your card. Just wondering.ReplyCancel

  • Kay McBrideJanuary 7, 2011 - 1:18 pm

    as always beautiful card, and i love how u stamped the sent. on the paper, i really never thought about doing that. i learned something today whoo hoo!! that lace and ribbon trim is too darling. i want some of that stuff!!ReplyCancel

  • Sue OJanuary 7, 2011 - 1:21 pm

    Becca, a beautiful card as always! I love the little heart pins that you used!ReplyCancel

  • JessicaJanuary 7, 2011 - 1:29 pm

    Oh Becca, this is a beautiful card! I wish I had other words besides the ones be always use to mean beautiful! I would love to open such a lovely gift on my birthday!!ReplyCancel

  • Sue (suen)January 9, 2011 - 9:34 pm

    Gorgeous card, Becca! The tea dyed trim is fabulous and so nice with the papers and awesome lace!ReplyCancel

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And now, a brief word from our sponsor . . . Well, today has been a technology nightmare.  I’m working on some things behind the scenes and nothing (technology wise)  has cooperated for the last two days :(  Ah, such is life in the big city, right?!?  I know some of you were worried . . .  I’m doing fine.  I programmed the word of the day to change, and hit enter but apparently it did not take.  It’s probably only fair to give you the word as a freebie :-)  The word that I just posted is: “*****” .  Be sure to write it down.  I’ll leave this post for a full 24 hours and then erase it.

Okay, back to my disasters, lol!!  I’ll have a post up soon friends!!

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  • Robyn JosephsJanuary 5, 2011 - 6:30 pm

    hang in there- technology happens
    patience and curiosity in 2011
    blessings,
    robynReplyCancel

  • NancyJBJanuary 5, 2011 - 6:46 pm

    Thank you,
    You are doing a great job. Shake it off and remember tomorrow will be a bright new day!ReplyCancel

  • TinaHJanuary 5, 2011 - 6:52 pm

    Another of my goals is to learn new techniques to use all of the great products I have acquired!ReplyCancel

  • Patti LeMayJanuary 5, 2011 - 6:54 pm

    Technology is an amazing thing when it works Becca. Glad I kept going and found the word and even happier to learn that you are okay.ReplyCancel

  • HeikeJanuary 5, 2011 - 7:20 pm

    Technology is a wunderous thing. The word is on my second page under the post as per usual. I don’t know if its the way the Blog is set up but it only shows 3 projects/blogs at a time then I have to click onto the next page and hey presto there it continues.ReplyCancel

  • MickieJanuary 5, 2011 - 7:32 pm

    So sorry you have those old glitchy problems, it happens to the best of us. LOL!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara JayJanuary 5, 2011 - 7:43 pm

    Thanks for the update and word of the day !! Maybe you need a nice hot cup of tea and a night to put up your feet. Tomorrow is a new day and you can tackle the problems them :)ReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.January 5, 2011 - 7:54 pm

    Becca,
    I actually have a question for you. I was wondering, is there a trick or something you can do to get the clear stamps off of the plastic they come with?? I have broken several trying to get them off from the plastic sheet. Some are stuck on there good. If there is a trick to getting them off the first time please let me know it. I usually buy them on clearance and it really doesn’t pay if you end up losing part of your stamp set from them tearing apart. I would greatly appreciate any helpful suggestions. I am trying to be frugal with what I buy, but I would like to be able to use them at least once, sadly that will not be the case for a few. Help! ~Gin~ReplyCancel

  • Sabine EdelmannJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:06 pm

    Not a problem at all, Becca! By now we are all guessing anyway and it is so much fun!!!ReplyCancel

  • SheriJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:08 pm

    Must be a full moon out there – techie stuff has been such a wreck here today as well!ReplyCancel

  • Diana BJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:15 pm

    Aren’t computers grand!ReplyCancel

  • ChaunJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:15 pm

    My scanner isn’t working very well and I’m trying to scan in photos for genealogy. It’s getting on my last nerve, so I feel your frustration. So glad you or your kids weren’t sick or something.ReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:42 pm

    Thanks for the “freebie”ReplyCancel

  • LucyJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:43 pm

    You know what they say “don’t sweat the small stuff”. This is easier said than done. I usually get so frustrated when things don’t work out that I have to leave it for a while. Hang in there Becca, it will all turn out wonderful for you in the end.

    Hugs
    LucyReplyCancel

  • Kate StockmanJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:44 pm

    Thanks for letting us know.ReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)January 5, 2011 - 8:44 pm

    Ohhh, so sorry for “technical difficulties”, Becca — they’re NOT fun!!! ;p( Thanks for giving us the word!ReplyCancel

  • Tami BJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:46 pm

    Whew! Thanks, now just 2 more to go.
    And regarding the techno. stuff- I feel for you, I’ve been fighting with my computer for 2 days now, but I think & hope everything’s worked out. From what I’ve been hearing from several other friends there was a lot of this going around.ReplyCancel

  • TeresaJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:46 pm

    We have had computer problems also. Hmmmm. Strange. Others are also. Anyway, I’ve not been able to get the am word. Don’t know what I’m not doing. See ya tomorrow.ReplyCancel

  • Lori mJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:47 pm

    Thank you for the freebie word, Blessings, Lori mReplyCancel

  • Charlene DahlbergJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:48 pm

    So glad is was just technical – computers can be a challange for sure but you do such a wonderful job– We are so grateful to have you to inspire us in crafts and bloggingReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:51 pm

    I TOTALLY UNDERSTAND!!!! Computers….really at times, BLAHHHH!!!
    Another goal for 2011- TO CONTINUE TO LEARN…techniques, etc! :)ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:57 pm

    Must be fixed because I was able to get it at the blog candy post.
    Another New Year’s gol…trying not to get frustrated when the computer does not cooperatate!ReplyCancel

  • Val WJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:59 pm

    Thanks for the update. I wondered too if you were not well, or if you were super busy working on another new creation. Hope your computer problems smooth out soon for you. It took me a few days to adjust to the new “look” of your blog, but I’m liking it. Thanks for all the work you put into it, both “on the page”, and behind the scenes.ReplyCancel

  • Mary MeerdinkJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:00 pm

    I am so excited EVERTIME I go to your site.You have chosen to share with all of us addicts {nice ones} your many and diverse talents.Thank you so much for using the gifts that God gave you and letting us all reap the rewards.May He keep you in His care.ReplyCancel

  • LynnJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:03 pm

    I have only received the first one and this one – Is that right?ReplyCancel

  • Carrie ZJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:06 pm

    Thanks for listing I have ALL six words, Good Luck to ALL……ReplyCancel

  • FrancesJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:08 pm

    I only have three words!!!ReplyCancel

  • MarciaJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:09 pm

    Thanks BEcca

    I also will try to use a lot my stash of papers this year or give them a nice use!

    Hugs
    MarciaReplyCancel

  • LynnJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:10 pm

    Looks like I’m defeated before I get started good. lol I guess I thought I would be able to pick them up at any point instead of them going away. So much for guessing. hahaReplyCancel

  • Patsy BocookJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:13 pm

    You are one of the most awesome people in God’s creation. I just can’t find the words to say how I can feel your Christian spirit even though we’ve never met. You are very talented and are a blessing to so many.
    Yours in Christ,
    PatsyReplyCancel

  • Cindy LouJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:17 pm

    Well, I thought I was doing bad because I only had four words, then I was really happy because some had only two or so, then I saw someone had 6! I check it every couple of hours cause it doesn’t seem to change on my 12:01’s (I’m on EST) so now all I have to do is figure when Florida changed to a different time zone and I’ll have it down pat LOL. Oh well, it’s just fun playing along, I never win any way, but I like drooling over the prizes. I know, I am goofy, but I like to dream :) Have a great successful day tomorrow – everything will suddenly all fall into place – for a few minutes anyway lol.ReplyCancel

  • DebraJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:27 pm

    I’m confused about the time zone too .. I’ll see what it tells me after I post this and hopefully I can figure it out. I also thought I was supposed to post my comment on the original entry every day but I can’t get there, there’s nothing to tell me to go to older entries .. or am I just missing it … Funny cause it’s been a tough day for me too .. but thank heavens it’s soon over and on to a new one …ReplyCancel

  • D. IdetJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:33 pm

    Hopefully your day will go better.ReplyCancel

  • DWDJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:34 pm

    I have 6 words counting the one just given. I thought I had messed up somewhere. I have been checking twice a day. Hope you get the tekkies worked out. I sure don’t understand them.ReplyCancel

  • JeanJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:36 pm

    You gotta love it when it works but if it acts up it will drive you crazy.
    Thanks for the word.ReplyCancel

  • DawnJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:37 pm

    Oh my! This is my first time entering for blog candy. I guess I misunderstood. I only have 4 words. Live and learn. I love your cards! What a wonderful artist. My goal? More stamping! Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:49 pm

    oops, I have 5, which one did I miss????ReplyCancel

  • MArtha NicholsonJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:08 pm

    I’m gonna try to keep my craft room cleaner. It’s gonna be a major undertaking. But I’m gonna try.ReplyCancel

  • MArtha NicholsonJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:09 pm

    I’ve only seen 4 words. That is all that has come through to my computer.ReplyCancel

  • MArtha NicholsonJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:11 pm

    I see that others have 4 words while some have 3 and some have 6. Becca which is right? Please make clear.ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:20 pm

    BECCA BECCA MY OTHER GOAL IS TO ORGANIZE MY TIME SO THAT
    I HAVE MORE FOR STAMPIING AND MAKING BEAUTIFUL CARDS.
    THANKS FOR THE WORD TODAY. OR WOULD THAT BE CALLED
    CHEATING. HEY, EVERYONE HAS A BAD DAY ONCE IN A WHILE
    MAYBE I WILL BE LUCKY THIS TIME.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:23 pm

    Becca,
    I have played your double play many times in the past, but this is the first time I have had so much trouble. I tried to return to post a comment everyday, but couldn’t get there. Is it me or is it your new programming. Well anyway, sounds like you are having enough problems on your end as well. Hate computer problems.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • Susan GJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:26 pm

    don’t feel bad…I totally sabotaged my whole blog, and have to go back in and add stuff individually back in. it totally sucks! LOL
    SusanReplyCancel

  • CarolynJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:36 pm

    Good luck with the glitches. I was able to access all 6 words, so something is going right. Hope the problem is fixed soon so you can get back to inspiring us! :) Another of my goals is to better manage my paper.ReplyCancel

  • scrappygirlJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:46 pm

    Don’t you just hate when things like this happen??? And it is always at the most inopportune time! JEESH!
    Anyway, heads up things will get better. Thanks again for a chance at the candy! I will keep my fingers crossed that you have no more glitches.ReplyCancel

  • Cindy KJanuary 5, 2011 - 11:30 pm

    Sorry to hear you are having problems. Hopefully they will take care of themselves soon and you can get back to what you are good at, creating those beautiful cards! They brighten my day!ReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 5, 2011 - 11:48 pm

    Hello Becca,

    looks like I have missed some words too I’m in Auss so I guess that makes sense,

    thanks for giving us the chance to win anyway, I always consider myself a winner just being able to see your beautiful creations

    Regards

    SusanReplyCancel

  • lizJanuary 6, 2011 - 12:09 am

    Im so glad your ok the word did show up right after I posted my post thanks for letting us know all is well with you . We really do care about you and I for one am so glad to know you as a Web -friend and hope that some day we can have a “meet Becca day”ReplyCancel

  • Deebi27January 6, 2011 - 12:36 am

    Don’t just love technology…when it on it is wonderful and have a problem creep up and you’re ready to throw out and try again. I was worried this after -noon after lunch when I couldn’t find the word, zoo glad you are well…
    HUGZ!ReplyCancel

  • Deebi27January 6, 2011 - 12:43 am

    Tomorrow WILL BE better darling! Not that I have a lock on that, but I do believe tomorrow is always better!ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie GJanuary 6, 2011 - 1:27 am

    Becca, my relationship with my computer is also a love/hate one!!! Sometimes I could just scream! Oh well, a better day is surely on the way. I’m enjoying the posts, writing the words all down and having a great time learning some new things. Hope you have a blessed day!ReplyCancel

  • MaryKayeJanuary 6, 2011 - 1:32 am

    Quote from one of my high school text books: ” We are not only the benificiaries but the victims of our own technology.” I was impressed enough back in 1969 to memorize that statement, and it has proven to be more and more true over the years! Keep telling yourself that it will get better…eventually.ReplyCancel

  • TexieJanuary 6, 2011 - 2:05 am

    Thank you again for being so sweet and keeping todays word up for 24 hours…Today I accomplished my goal of 30 minutes of organizing my craft room…I found so much stuff that I had actually forgotten that I had……So in a way, you saved me some money……LOL…..I now plan to use my NEW Found supplies and be ahead of the game…Love your blog…..
    God Bless you Becca
    Thank you again for writing your blog and sharing your wonderful cards and projects…One more thing……I know a lot of people don’t really like to write instructions for their projects….Thank you for doing the instructions, tutorials and videos….We truly appreciate them and you….
    TexieReplyCancel

  • MaryannJanuary 6, 2011 - 2:05 am

    Well the tecnologi sure is funny sometimes. This time, I haven´t had any problems at ll, what I read others have had, and I´ve been able to go in twice a day to get the words and aaalso got this last one here on yout blog, so I have all 6 of them, and I´m one of them, who use to have problems accessing , but this time, there hasn´t been any problems sofar, so I better knock under the table now LOL.
    Hope things will be sorted out for you, as it´s really devastating, when computers play up. Another goal might be to get better to use and understand them LOL.
    Have a wonderful dayReplyCancel

  • Nancy HitchcockJanuary 6, 2011 - 2:15 am

    technology is just a tool. a handy one when it works; not so handy when it not works. my craft goals are to be more prepared. today made 5 crds, that’s more than yesterday and right on target for this new year. just one a day will get me to my 2011 goal of 31 per month. Enjoy your work, Becca, wherever it takes you! and thanks for your encouraging blog.ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJanuary 6, 2011 - 4:32 am

    You’re just amazing in so many ways Becca….even finding ways to get around the glitches. Well done Becca.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • TrishJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:08 am

    Hi Becca Technology is a wonderful thing when it works. Thanks for the word and hope you get things worked out soon.
    Hugs Trish.ReplyCancel

  • JaneyJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:43 am

    Thank you for being so gracious with us as usual, Becca! The technical cliches have to be frustrating. However, I am grateful for all this new technology that gives me the ability to connect with you.

    HugsReplyCancel

  • Cally YatesJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:13 am

    Hi Becca
    So pleased it was just a technical hitch.
    I stayed up until 11pm, that is the time the new word posting, of known, came through across the Pond in Blighty.
    As this is my first attempt at this sort of thing, I wondered if the delay was part of the game.
    Hugs
    Cally xReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.January 6, 2011 - 7:31 am

    Becca,
    I am amazed at people who can do any type of web site and to be able to do the tutorials that you do and never falter, simply skillful. Don’t worry about the computer glitch with the double play words we all understand what computers are like!
    ~Ginny~ReplyCancel

  • wustazJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:50 am

    I am so technologically challenged it’s sad really. my kids just look at me and shake their heads. if I wan’t anything done I give it to my son and he has it done for me in about 2 secondsReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:51 am

    Computers. You can’t live without them and sometimes you can’t live with them. Don’t worry, we are all here for you.ReplyCancel

  • Barbara in SCJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:58 am

    Thanks for the freebie Becca! We’ll be waiting anxiously for the next one to pop up.
    Hugs, Barbara in SCReplyCancel

  • CledithJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:49 am

    Wow. What more can anyone say about your site?
    CledithReplyCancel

  • GeorgiaJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:01 am

    You website is wonderful, technology is another thing, when it works it works, when it doesn’t it is a pain. Hope that 2011 is great for you, keep up the good work.ReplyCancel

  • Bert RiveraJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:19 am

    Your have me confused on double play instructions. Thurs. is 1/6/11 and Fri. is 1/7/11.ReplyCancel

  • MArtha NicholsonJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:30 am

    My goal is actually inprove my style.ReplyCancel

  • MaeJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:32 am

    I hope this is where we comment, I am confused but that doesn’t take much to happen lol
    I love the heart and can’t wait to try it!ReplyCancel

  • MarieJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:58 am

    Hello Becca,

    Don’t worry. Things like this just happen from time to time.

    Many thanks for todays word xxReplyCancel

  • Donna BJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:43 am

    Hi Becca
    I love your site, you have given me so many great ideas. Thank you for your talent and sharing with others.
    Hugs
    DonnaReplyCancel

  • Betty GoodsonJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:58 am

    I had the freebie word, but just couldn’t get some others, I have a total of three, but I like reading the other comments and seeing what new pretty you’ve created, anyway.ReplyCancel

  • dolores from NMJanuary 6, 2011 - 12:30 pm

    Thank for the free word.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:51 pm

    Soon everything will be working well with this new blog…ReplyCancel

  • Debby WaltersJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:57 pm

    I love the card you made today with the prima paper. It is drop dead gorgeous…….and yes, I do love your new site….now that I can post comments once again…heheheeReplyCancel

  • Leah RenfroJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:20 pm

    Yet another absolutely amazing card. This one is my fav for this year. lol Glad there have only been a few. I KNOW it will get so much harder to decide.ReplyCancel

  • ColoradoJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:43 pm

    Wow… we’re all having technical difficulties! LOL!! Our internet service was out for 48 hours so that totally wiped out my chances on the double play. Oh well, I never win anything anyway. Have fun everyone!!ReplyCancel

  • Deebi27January 6, 2011 - 8:19 pm

    Sure hope today was better for you Becca. You are a trooper plus!
    Hugz, Debbie/Deebi27ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:50 pm

    BECCA BECCA WE WOULDN’T LIKE THIS WORLD IF EVERY DAY WAS
    PERFECT. I KNOW I WOULDN’T THIS WAS ONE DIFFERENT CARD
    BUT BEAUTIFUL.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • MArtha NicholsonJanuary 7, 2011 - 12:00 am

    Okay I have a great one for 2011. I’m gonna try to understand what is going on with this blog candy. Everyone is so mixed up. I have 4 words. How many are there for real?ReplyCancel

  • DWDJanuary 7, 2011 - 12:06 am

    Totally love the papers you used on this card today!!! I would hoard it too. LOL I like the tea dyed look of the roses. You are so creative and make perfect cards.ReplyCancel

  • NancyJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:21 am

    Love the latest card and I’m sure you’ll get all straighten out soon. In the meantime I’m still planning more goals for 2011 to post. :)ReplyCancel

  • Tricia JonesJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:39 pm

    Well you have me beat, the last word I have been able to find is Known.

    Tricia6653ReplyCancel

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I have double play blog candy going on right now. Click HERE to go to the post to leave a comment to enter.


Peeking in to say hi to you today!  I wanted to share a gift that was sent to me recently that I found absolutely captivating!!  The care and detail that went into the gift absolutely blew me away.  I may be living under a rock but I had not seen this template before but someone has surmised that I’m a calendar-aholic and hit the nail right on the head.  I hope she doesn’t mind me sharing her name, but Wanda Thomas sent me this jewel and I’m not kidding, I marveled over each and every detail for at least 20 minutes and promised some of my stamp club buddies that I would send a picture online.  Dearest Wanda, I hope you if are reading that you accept my thanks and also email me to let me know where we can find the directions – I’ll be sure to publish them and I’d love to make one.  Again, maybe many of you already know where to get this but I honestly don’t get to do that much surfing right now.

Check out additional pictures of this sweet, sweet project.

Wanda, your gift arrived before Christmas but Kelly and I live a bit of a distance apart so we make dates to catch up with each other.  Lately because of the deadlines I have going on, I haven’t been able to see her until just this week.  Imagine my surprise!!!

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  • Kimmy KJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:09 pm

    So beautiful. What a lovely set, and your coloring is magnificent!ReplyCancel

  • JaneyJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:16 pm

    What an incredible gift! And what a great idea; I hope Wanda will share the template wiith you. I’ve seen the little boxes with the drawers, but not with the flip uo stand for display. Thank you, Becca, for sharing this with us. Such talent!

    hugsReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:23 pm

    That is a beautiful gift. I just love all the flowers.ReplyCancel

  • Margaret PeltierJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:23 pm

    Stunning – what a lovely gift to receive!ReplyCancel

  • Teri FrankJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:24 pm

    Here is a SCS link to a similar project – the post includes links to templates. I can’t wait to see what you do with it Becca!

    TeriReplyCancel

  • Sherry LowmasterJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:25 pm

    WOOOOW!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Jerry AmundsenJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:25 pm

    Beautiful gift. I have used the flowers on a calendar but it didn’t look as striking as having flowers and calendar separated.ReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:29 pm

    This is a jaw dropper!!! I love it and would love to try to make one too. Will be watching to see you Wanda sends you the info.ReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)January 3, 2011 - 7:29 pm

    This is I-N-C-R-E-D-I-B-L-E !!! !!! !!!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara JayJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:30 pm

    This is lovely!! How do you change the large calendars on the lid?ReplyCancel

  • Bev HammackJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:30 pm

    This is Awesome!!! A real beauty~ReplyCancel

  • Carole MillerJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:31 pm

    WOW, I LOVE that. If you get the directions, please, please, PLEASE, be sure to share them. Absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Thanks for sharing your gift.

    Carole MillerReplyCancel

  • Chris KJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:32 pm

    What a beautiful idea!. Hope you get the directions – I would love to make one myself.ReplyCancel

  • DebbieJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:33 pm

    OMG you just blow me away with your projectsall of them. I sure wish I was your neighbors and we were friends I could use so of your teaching.

    TFS

    Hope your doing ok being thanking of you.

    Hugs Debbie

    I have got to get some of these stampsReplyCancel

  • Kelly MassmanJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:34 pm

    How sweet! It is really pretty! I’m sure you were thrilled!ReplyCancel

  • MargieHJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:36 pm

    BRAVA, Wanda!!!!!!!!
    This is just beautiful and a fitting gift for my beautiful friend! You can tell you put a lot of love in your work! Wonderful job, Wanda :0)

    Thank you Becca for sharing this gift with us! Such a fun and great surprise for the new year! May you have good things happen to you in 2011, my friend!!! xoReplyCancel

  • Margaret B.January 3, 2011 - 7:37 pm

    What a nice surprise. I hope you can get the pattern because I would love to make some for Christmas presents next year…oops..this year 2011.ReplyCancel

  • JoAnn BurnhamJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:38 pm

    I bet you were surprised. That is a gorgeous gift. Hope you get the directions to share.ReplyCancel

  • Barb HardemanJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:39 pm

    What a fabulous gift. Wanda is a very talented gal and I’m sure you blessed beyond belief to have such an awesome calendar!
    Hugs,
    BarbReplyCancel

  • Sandra ltbJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:40 pm

    very pretty!
    Sandra ltbReplyCancel

  • Deborah HooperJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:43 pm

    That is truly a unique and beautiful gift. It is your style and I would have sworn it was made by you. Can’t wait for the template and your version of the calendar. I know you’re itching to make it.ReplyCancel

  • Linda ScottJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:45 pm

    Love this, hope you can get the instructions because I would love to try it.ReplyCancel

  • Pat MorganJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:49 pm

    WOW fantastic Bekka I want to say how I look forward to seeing your wonderful creations A real highlight for meReplyCancel

  • Pat JandacekJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:50 pm

    What a great design! And Wanda did a beautiful job. I look forward to her response. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • paulaJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:53 pm

    what a fantastic looking project and a wonderful gift – so special and personal.

    I’d love to know if there is a template too, so thank you for sharing Wanda’s truly stunning project.

    Paula. Derbyshire, UK. x x xReplyCancel

  • Carol CarriveauJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:54 pm

    Lucky, lucky you! Hope she shares the template. Happy New Year to you and your family and I hope that you and your family have an uplifting year.ReplyCancel

  • CheriJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:57 pm

    How beautiful! You so deserve a nice gift like this, after sharing so much w/your followers!ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJanuary 3, 2011 - 7:57 pm

    How BEAUTIFUL!!! Wanda DID put ALOT of work into this!!! It’s SO NICE!!!! I just made an easel card yesterday!!!! OH YES, do SHARE the directions!!!! We’d ALL LOVE to have them!!!! Thanks for sharing!!!! :) Send the directions Wanda, PLEASE!!????!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Mary MacJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:07 pm

    Becca, that super duper gift just goes to show how very much you are appreciated. Some people really show their appreciation in deeds eg Wanda. I’m a prime example of someone who is much more selfish with her time and just uses a few words to express gratitude. Perhaps I should consider looking into this for the New Year?

    Wanda’s gift is magnificent and must have taken a lot of time to complete, she sure is an example to me.ReplyCancel

  • LennyJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:07 pm

    This is so beautiful! Wanda created a most wonderful gift for you. She is so gracious, as you are for all your followers. Bless your hearts.ReplyCancel

  • Sabrina aka okimom2girlzJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:10 pm

    Hello sweet Becca, first of allI would like to wish you a Happy New Year!! Been missing you at BC ;D. I just admired that wonderful easel card box you’ve received. I knew I saw something similar before and here is the link. I am not sure it is the same size, but I guess that could be adjusted.

    HTH!! Sending you hugs and blessings, SabrinaReplyCancel

  • Mae CormierJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:11 pm

    I love the gift you received! What a nice desk calender! I saw that the word for today is *****
    I hope I am putting my comment in the right place!
    MaeReplyCancel

  • Debbie AldersonJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:17 pm

    What a nice & thoughtful gift.ReplyCancel

  • Lisa (LoveLee Notes)January 3, 2011 - 8:18 pm

    Lovely! I believe that is the Easel/Pedestal Card & Drawer Box, if I’m not mistaken. What a wonderful idea!ReplyCancel

  • Jeanielou KaufmanJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:19 pm

    I would love that template also. I can see why you are in awe. How gracious is that for such a beauty. I love how giving of talent so many folks are. Enjoy it, Becca, it is a ‘keeper’. Thanks for sharing it with us.
    Hugs, JeanielouReplyCancel

  • Linda EJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:20 pm

    What a beautiful gift! Thanks so much for sharing it with all of us in blog land. Hope to see the template for this someday too!ReplyCancel

  • crystal bJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:22 pm

    Thanks for sharing. I love it. Hope to see the template for this someday. It would make a great gift anytime. I love your blog.ReplyCancel

  • Lori mJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:25 pm

    What a beautiful gift, thank you for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Cindy KJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:26 pm

    Just about sweetest calender I have ever seen! I would be captivated too if I received this! Very lovely!ReplyCancel

  • AnnieJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:27 pm

    Absolutely stunning, Can’t wait to see the instructions!ReplyCancel

  • JerilynnJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:31 pm

    Anyone else having problems leaving a comment on the blog candy posting for yesterday? I click on the comments to add and it stops loading for me at posting 175 and then it is black at the bottom and I can’t post a comment. Can anyone help?ReplyCancel

  • Deepa M.January 3, 2011 - 8:35 pm

    Becca that gift is absolutely stunning!!! How lucky are you?? Thanks for sharing it online for everyone to marvel over :) If Wanda gets in touch with you, will you ask her whose stamps she used? I’m guessing flourishes from the detail level. Have a wonderful day! :)ReplyCancel

  • MaryKayeJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:38 pm

    What a fun and thoughtful presentation.ReplyCancel

  • MarianneJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:38 pm

    Wow that is absolutely gorgeous! lucky you. How thoughtful Wanda.ReplyCancel

  • MickieJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:58 pm

    What an absolutely wonderful gift from such a thoughtful friend. This is really cute and yes I would like the instructs on how to do this.ReplyCancel

  • RufusJanuary 3, 2011 - 8:58 pm

    Becca, this is a friend indeed, a very talented friend! Wanda, if you should read this, BRAVO it’s gorgeous! And what a perfect idea to create the box version of this card to use to store all the calendar pages. Great Work!
    R/ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:04 pm

    ECCA BECCA WHAT A VERY THOUGHTFUL GIFT BUT ALSO A LOT
    OF WORK. ITGS STILL TEMPTING TO TRY. I THINK I WOULD LIKE TO
    MAKE IT IN A DIFFERENT COLOR.

    CYNTHIA BEYNONReplyCancel

  • DonnaJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:04 pm

    Can’t wait to see the directions for this. It is adorable!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:06 pm

    What a beautiful gift you have received Becca. Wanda your work is wonderful, so much eye candy and so well put together. As always Becca, TFS!!! Looking forward to the directions. :-DReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:10 pm

    BECCA I HAVE A QUESTION. WHAY DO I ALWAYS GET A BLACK
    DESIGN ON MY EMAIL. EVERY ONE I HAVE SENT IN KGETS A
    BLACK DESReplyCancel

  • Judy I, St. Louis MOJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:28 pm

    What a great gift! I can’t wait to see the directions.ReplyCancel

  • JeanJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:32 pm

    What a wonderful gift. One that will last all year! Would love to see how this one goes together.ReplyCancel

  • esther schattschneiderJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:36 pm

    Cool easel card/calendar/treasure box combo! Lucky you!!! and lucky us to get to see all these neat things. Cool blog candy, too! you’re the best!ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:40 pm

    BECCA BECCA THANKS FOR SHOWING US ALL THE CARDS ETC.
    MY GOAL IS TO FIND A WAY TO PURCHASE A GRAND CALIBUR.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • JenJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:49 pm

    Oh wow Wanda did a great job but look who we have to thank you Becca for all you great talent and inspiration you have given us!!!
    Hugs JenReplyCancel

  • DWDJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:49 pm

    This calendar/easel card is amazing!!! I have seen these around but not with this detail. I love the calendar inserts and the colors she used on the flowers (of the month) I assume. I hope you ask Wanda to do a guest slot here and show us how to make these. Or if she has a blog we may visit to find instructions, I hope she lets you post the addy for us. You’re a lucky girl to have someone think so much of you.ReplyCancel

  • Candy MillsJanuary 3, 2011 - 9:55 pm

    Lucky you, Becca!
    What a fantastic job Wanda!!
    What a lot of work you did on this beautiful gift.
    Absolutely love it and look forward to instructions also :o)
    Hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • scrappygirlJanuary 3, 2011 - 10:04 pm

    SSOOO CCCOOOOLLL!!! This is an awesome project–can’t wait to see the instructions for this! OOOOHHHHH the possibilities……
    Thanks again for a chance at the candy!ReplyCancel

  • BradlynJanuary 3, 2011 - 10:17 pm

    Wow! This is a spectacular gift–very considerate. I am impressed with the enormous amount of work this calendar took…and the coloring is fantastic too…Like you, Becca, I’d like to make one too so when you get the directions, please share! Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • CarolenJanuary 3, 2011 - 10:30 pm

    A really beautiful gift Becca! Thanks
    for sharing it with us!ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleJanuary 3, 2011 - 10:34 pm

    Beautifully done and lovely to look at! Lucky You Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Ann LeeJanuary 3, 2011 - 10:37 pm

    Now that’s paper engineering. Great job Wanda!ReplyCancel

  • Angelina WesselsJanuary 3, 2011 - 10:38 pm

    What a really cute little calendar project. One of the nicest that I have seen, and the flowers are so pretty! What a nice gift!ReplyCancel

  • LisaJanuary 3, 2011 - 10:40 pm

    What an elegant idea…I love the ‘drab’ frame surrounding the beautifully colored flower!ReplyCancel

  • Marla H.January 3, 2011 - 10:44 pm

    WOW what an amazing gift and so much work and detail went into this. Enjoy it and I hope you learn how to make them!!!ReplyCancel

  • HeatherJanuary 3, 2011 - 10:47 pm

    This is such a wonderful gift. I LOVE this. When you find the directions I want to try my hand at this also. Each month has been crafted with such care. Lucky girl. :)ReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithJanuary 3, 2011 - 10:59 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous. I for one would definitely be interested in directions for making this. Wow what a sweet gift Becca. Let us know any info you come up with please. Thanks.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • Elin K.January 3, 2011 - 11:06 pm

    Wow – so pretty! I hope she is willing to share directions. :)ReplyCancel

  • Deebi27January 3, 2011 - 11:21 pm

    What a beautiful gift! The rich details are just amazing obviously a gift to be treasured! I would say you are a very lucky lady…but you deserve such beautiful gifts!ReplyCancel

  • Carolina EvansJanuary 3, 2011 - 11:49 pm

    Beautiful gifts!!!I Happy New Year. I am planning on spending my year teaching crafts and having fun. Thank you for the blog!!ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJanuary 3, 2011 - 11:51 pm

    I love this box/card/gift. Maybe you will do a tutorial on it sometime for us. This would be a wonderful gift for someone but instead of putting the pictures of the flowers, I would do some Bible verses on the inside cards. Please show us how to do it.ReplyCancel

  • BettyJanuary 4, 2011 - 12:01 am

    What a fabulous gift Becca – certainly something to treasure! Really well done Wanda!ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie GJanuary 4, 2011 - 12:55 am

    What a cool calender! I love little boxes too and this one is so unique. I’ve never seen one like this before. You did a great job Wanda! I’m hoping we can learn how to make one.ReplyCancel

  • TrishJanuary 4, 2011 - 12:59 am

    Becca what an amazing gift. Well done Wanda, yes it would be lovely to know how to make this calendar card.
    This is how highly you are thought of and loved Becca.
    Hugs trish.ReplyCancel

  • Catherine KraftJanuary 4, 2011 - 1:07 am

    What a wonderful gift! A lot of thought and work went into this and it’s absolute gorgeous. Great job Wanda!! Thanks for sharing.

    Blessings,
    Catherine
    ReplyCancel

  • Lorie B.January 4, 2011 - 1:39 am

    That is a truly wonderful gift! Look at all the wonderful detail! :o) Lovely work, Wanda!ReplyCancel

  • Debby WalkerJanuary 4, 2011 - 1:47 am

    great gift!ReplyCancel

  • MaryannJanuary 4, 2011 - 1:55 am

    This is an outstanding project. So gorgeous work, and the coloring isjust perfect. I can see, why you´re sooo happy about this gift Becca, it really is amazing. You did a stunning job on this one Wanfda, and I really hope, you´ll sharethe instructions for it, as thisis simply the perfect gift to that someone, who we´ll like to give a little something, but who we don´tknow what to give, but all needs a calendar tigth? It´s so gorgeous. Thanks sooo much for sharing it with us bessa.
    Have a wonderful week ahead all of you.ReplyCancel

  • MaryKayeJanuary 4, 2011 - 2:03 am

    Clever treasure. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Cindy KJanuary 4, 2011 - 2:03 am

    Collecting those words! I just can’t get enough at looking at your beautiful cards Becca! They are all so lovely!ReplyCancel

  • patounineJanuary 4, 2011 - 3:34 am

    très joli meilleurs voeux pour 2011 bizReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJanuary 4, 2011 - 4:00 am

    Hi Becca this truly stunning gift shows just how much you’re thought in thia wonderful creative world. How thoughtful, clever and so kind of Wanda to send you this and you really deserve it.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • racheJanuary 4, 2011 - 4:48 am

    Beautiful!!! You are so blessed to have such great friends!
    thanks for sharingReplyCancel

  • Jacki TobinJanuary 4, 2011 - 6:18 am

    Becca, such a beautiful gift! It’s stunning, I have seen them on SCS but not a tutorial, so hope you can get one done!ReplyCancel

  • laura jJanuary 4, 2011 - 6:55 am

    such a gorgeous project! Wanda chose the perfect recipient for this gift! looking forward to future posts showing us how to make this unique calendar!ReplyCancel

  • Cally YatesJanuary 4, 2011 - 7:17 am

    What a fab gift.
    Can’t wait to see how it is made. What a clever girl she is.
    Sorry( She, is the cat’s Mother as my Mum would say) I mean Wanda.
    Hugs
    Cally (from across the Pond) xReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkJanuary 4, 2011 - 8:04 am

    WOW! I would like to give that a try and haven’t seen it anyplace and neither have my stamping buddies. Have a great day and God bless.ReplyCancel

  • Robyn JosephsJanuary 4, 2011 - 8:20 am

    thanks for sharing the gift and the gift of friendshipReplyCancel

  • Tina Van EickJanuary 4, 2011 - 8:30 am

    Becca,

    The instructions were on last weeks Split Coast Stampers newsletter, but your friend has taken it to new heights…Thank you for sharing.

    Hugs and God Bless You,

    TinaReplyCancel

  • SharonJanuary 4, 2011 - 9:11 am

    Wow! That’s a wonderful gift. Hope you get directions soon; I’d love to try this one too! Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • emilyJanuary 4, 2011 - 9:13 am

    This is adorable. I love the little drawer to hold the different pages. What a sweet gift.
    Thanks for sharing! :o)ReplyCancel

  • deb vandersteegJanuary 4, 2011 - 9:31 am

    Hi Becca,

    What a wonderful surprise! It is beautifully done. I can’t think of a more deserving lady to receive such a gift. Thank you for sharing Wanda’s work with us.

    Hope your day is full of blessings.

    Hugs,

    DebReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJanuary 4, 2011 - 9:40 am

    Wow that is gorgeous, a great deal of work!!ReplyCancel

  • bethann dJanuary 4, 2011 - 9:42 am

    wow that is fantastic, imagine all the work.ReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 4, 2011 - 10:08 am

    Wow! The is really beautiful. Thank you for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Sylvia/LittleTreasuresJanuary 4, 2011 - 10:13 am

    The gift of friendship is a treasure. Wanda has made a beautiful creation and a great way to express Thanks for all you do. Thanks for sharing a great surprise.ReplyCancel

  • KarlaJanuary 4, 2011 - 10:13 am

    I am so thankful for all of you talented women who share your creations. May you continually be inspired and as you inspire others.ReplyCancel

  • DawnWJanuary 4, 2011 - 10:14 am

    that is fabulous! Love it.

    DawnWReplyCancel

  • Brenda MooreJanuary 4, 2011 - 11:09 am

    A beautifuly gift. You have a friend who treasures you or she would not have spent the time it must have taken to make this gift. I would like to try this if you are able to get the instructions and share.ReplyCancel

  • DeniseJanuary 4, 2011 - 11:46 am

    Love all your ideas Becca. I wish my brain would come up with such elegant thingsReplyCancel

  • Becky DJanuary 4, 2011 - 11:50 am

    This is absolutely beautiful – how lucky you are Becca to have received such a gift! I too would love the directions!ReplyCancel

  • ChinnuJanuary 4, 2011 - 11:54 am

    What a lovely handmade gift, with so much thought and care put into it. way to go, Wanda! Becca, thanks for sharing with us and I hope you’ll share a tutorial with us soon!ReplyCancel

  • Deb SnearyJanuary 4, 2011 - 1:11 pm

    What an awesome project!!!!!!!!! Wanda did a fabulous job. Becca can’t wait to se what you do with this idea also. You amaze me!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Susan ShafferJanuary 4, 2011 - 2:16 pm

    Loved the calendar idea!!! Also, thanks so much for the heart tutorial, I tried doing the ornament one and knew I needed HELP!!!ReplyCancel

  • Kelly V.January 4, 2011 - 4:15 pm

    Perhaps in the future I will have to start actually screening your mail….lol. I cannot believe that I had this in my possession and just handed it over to you, Becca!!

    It is truly fantastic!!! Way to go sweet Wanda!! You rock! Thank you for making Becca’s day. She deserves it!!

    Love, KellyReplyCancel

  • Betty GoodsonJanuary 4, 2011 - 4:19 pm

    What a beautiful and thoughtful gift. Our friends are truly one of life’s best blessings. thanks for being one of ours.ReplyCancel

  • MarieJanuary 4, 2011 - 5:12 pm

    Hello Becca,

    This is stunning, as usual xxReplyCancel

  • Pat JacksonJanuary 4, 2011 - 6:18 pm

    what a beautiful thoughtful gift – and thank you for sharing it with us. And, echoing most of the previous comments PLEASE share the instructions Wanda – this is incredible!ReplyCancel

  • TatankyJanuary 4, 2011 - 6:50 pm

    Really beautiful what a great gift !ReplyCancel

  • Wanda ThomasJanuary 4, 2011 - 10:57 pm

    First of all, thank you all so much for the compliments. It was so sweet of Becca to share this, but as you can see from the ribbon and pearls, she is a considerable influence in my crafting.

    I e-mailed her some details on the project but I am an “ad-hoc” stamper and do not document things well. I’m hoping I gave her enough to duplicate and enhance along with documenting the process. Here are a couple of things to get you going. The easel/box itself was made from this tutorial: http://joaniscardsmadebyhand.blogspot.com/2010/06/easel-box-tutorial.html Every thing else seems standard to me except maybe the backgrounds on the flowers made my masking the flowers and using “scrubbies on a stick” for texture.

    If there is a part that you specifically want to know, you can e-mail me at wandathomas {at} att.net. Again, thank you all so much for the praise and kind words.

    I know each of you realize how much a handmade gift means to people and I encourage you to share your talents in the same way – to total strangers that might need an uplift. Believe me, it does more for you than it does for the recipient! Let’s all pay it forward.ReplyCancel

  • LyndAJanuary 5, 2011 - 3:40 pm

    A beautiful gift for a beautiful person. thank you for sharing it with usReplyCancel

  • Fay MarieJanuary 5, 2011 - 6:31 pm

    What a beautiful, thoughtful gift. Wanda is very creative…just like you, Becca. Thank you for sharing it with us and thank you, Wanda for the added comments. I can’t wait to try it! What great personal gifts for my friends.ReplyCancel

  • Barbara TJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:16 am

    Stunning gift!ReplyCancel

  • Carrie ZJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:34 am

    Becca, you have a wonderful friend in Wanda. Wanda thank you for sharing with us on how and where to go so we can try a hand at the calendar.ReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.January 6, 2011 - 1:51 pm

    Becca,
    Since it is a cold and snowy day out today here in Ohio I am working inside on my scrap room. I am working towards my goal of organizing my scrap room so that I can make my cards and do my scrap booking more efficiently. It will take some time to go through everything I have collected over the years, but I’m sure that I will find things I have forgotten about and it will be new to me again. Since money is kind of limited right now, it will be nice to find those old forgotten items from long ago and use them to create new exciting items now. It really is all about organization and ability to find things easily that will contribute to being able to get more done, quickly, and when the mood strikes!! I’m making progress little by little each and every day! ~Gin~ReplyCancel

  • Karen in DallasJanuary 7, 2011 - 2:48 pm

    Hi Becca
    my goal is to clean up after every project and to make more cards to friends and relativesReplyCancel

  • Yvonne NicholsonJanuary 8, 2011 - 9:45 am

    Hi Becca,
    I make some Easel boxes with calendar for my card making friends, and they loved them, they don’t like making boxes so thought they would like them.
    They were not as nice as the one your friend Wanda made for you, I love how she made different flowers for the months so you can change them, but how do you change them. I love making hand made things to give to friends.
    I will have to try the eseal box from the link Wanda gave you, it is a little different from the one I made, it looks more sturdy.ReplyCancel

  • Your Faithfulness » Our Daily Bread » Spellbinders » Stamping » Amazing Paper GraceJanuary 9, 2011 - 11:30 pm

    […] & Co. paper.  Short and sweet!! (Those of you who were interested in making the calendar from A Captivating Gift, sweet Wanda sent her source, so I’ll share her comment with you at the bottom of my […]ReplyCancel
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