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Hello there!  There was no way that I would have let today go by without a post, after all, it’s the last day of 2009.  OMG where did it go?  Today I’m sharing one of the newest JustRite Stampers releases called Romantic Sentiments.  It features 1 5/8" sentiments that can be used with the Decorative 2" Round Wide Borders; I think they go together beautifully!   I made this for my sweet sweet guy and I don’t think I can wait for Valentines Day to give it to him (wink). 

To frame the sentiment I decided to use Spellbinders™ Classic Heart #4 and #6.  I intertwined the two hearts by clipping through at the top part that I hid when I overlapped the two.  Then I treaded through a strip of paper punched with MS Traditional Eyelet Border Punch.   Then I created a medallion that begins at the bottom with Spellbinders™ Classic Scalloped Circles LG #3, Spellbinders™ Large Octagons #4 ( I used two of them and offset them so that the contract color peeks out) . . . I know, it’s just the little things.  I stamped my 2" border on the top octagon then continued with Spellbinders™ Standard Circles LG #2 and Spellbinders™ Standard Circles SM #2.  I stamped my sentiment on the last layer and secured them each using foam tape in between the layers. 

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  JustRite Romantic Sentiments, JustRite Decorative 2" Round Wide Borders
Paper:  K & Co., Coredinations, The Paper Company
Ink:  Ancient Page – Cardinal
Accessories:  Spellbinders™ Classic Heart, Spellbinders™ Classic Scalloped Circles LG, Spellbinders™ Large Octagons Spellbinders™ Standard Circles LG, Spellbinders™ Standard Circles SM, MS Tradiitonal Eyelet Border Punch, Ribbon

This year has been a good year for me sprinkled with a little bit of hard times, good friends, great surprises and a lot of love.  I can’t wait to jump into 2010 how about you?  I’m dying to know how you plan to ring in the new year tonight!

 

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  • SylviaDecember 31, 2009 - 8:48 am

    Becca, You do such beautiful work. This reminds me of something my grandmother would have around. The colors are great and the sort of Nostalgic look make it so romantic. Thanks for sharingReplyCancel

  • Barb HardemanDecember 31, 2009 - 9:22 am

    Becca, your work is always so inspiring! Sylvia is right, this is so nostalgic looking, very Victorian and so beautifully done. Your attention to the ‘small things’ is what stands you apart from the others…love it!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara D. RamseyDecember 31, 2009 - 9:44 am

    This is SO beautiful! I love this card! I would enter a contest to win this card! :<) Your creations are llovely.

    Wishing you a HAPPY NEW YEAR! and everything good in 2010!

    Barbara DianeReplyCancel

  • JudyDecember 31, 2009 - 9:57 am

    What an awesome card. Gives me ideas for my own sweet guy. Thanks for the wonderful inspiration throughout the year. I’ve missed your regular posts and hope whatever struggles you’ve had are behind you. I wish you and your family the very best for 2010.ReplyCancel

  • mom2hDecember 31, 2009 - 6:00 pm

    so pretty! I’m kinda glad to move on from Christmas cards, although I do get VERY caught up in them during the season.
    Blessings for a fabulous 2010!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)December 31, 2009 - 7:23 pm

    Becca,

    Ths is a beautiful card!

    I plan to spend New Years right at home in front of the T.V. DH works in a restaurant and has go in very early in the morning, so he’s sleeping, and I let me daughter have a friend spend the night. So, it is me, two ten year old girls, and some family type movies.

    Lets Pray that 2010 is a better year for both of us!

    God Bless,

    Lisa AthaReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJanuary 1, 2010 - 5:44 am

    I watched my granddaughter, she is 2 months old we did a lot of bonding. The first time I watched her she cried in my ear the whole time that I was with her. This time she actually had a few smiles for me. She has filled a void for us since I lost her uncle in 08. Enough or I’ll cry.

    This card is beautiful Becca, the design is is very eye appealing. I think your bloggers are off to a wonderful year drooling over your work again in 2010. Happy New Year Becca, blessing to you and your family. TFS!!!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJanuary 1, 2010 - 9:15 am

    Wow this is gorgeous, it all comes together beautifully!!ReplyCancel

  • DianeJanuary 1, 2010 - 12:49 pm

    Becca,
    Simply stunning card. Spent last night with family at my daughters. We all had a great time.

    Happy 2010,
    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Denise (peanutbee)January 2, 2010 - 7:19 am

    Oh WOWWWWWW, girl! This is awesome…..and I totally NEEEEEED to find that paper. GORGEOUS!!ReplyCancel

  • Jerri KayJanuary 2, 2010 - 8:01 am

    Absolutely gorgeous Becca, I missed this one! The design is perfectly stunning!ReplyCancel

  • SherriJanuary 2, 2010 - 8:16 am

    that is absolutely stunning! Happy New Year!!ReplyCancel

  • Val WJanuary 2, 2010 - 9:49 am

    Oh my goodness! This card is just sooo prettty. He is going to love it! We spent New Year’s Eve as we have for many years. We make a nice steak dinner together, sharing a glass of sparkling wine, then watch a movie we’ve rented. With our busy lives, it is so nice to end the year consciously spending time together. THAT is what’s important.ReplyCancel

  • Diane JaquayJanuary 2, 2010 - 12:48 pm

    This card is just far beyond GORGEOUS, seriously, one of the most beautiful creations I’ve ever laid eyes on!!!ReplyCancel

  • Miss BooJanuary 2, 2010 - 1:09 pm

    Beautiful card! Love the dp and design.ReplyCancel

  • PhyllisJanuary 2, 2010 - 4:14 pm

    Oh my gosh! This card is striking! Your work is so so beautiful and elegant! Thanks for sharing with us!ReplyCancel

  • SueBJanuary 2, 2010 - 9:06 pm

    Thanx for being a constant source of inspiration – the matted “wreath”-looking piece is just what I needed for a couple new stamps I received for Christmas!ReplyCancel

  • Linda B.January 5, 2010 - 9:04 am

    Becca, your card is so beautiful! Love the intertwining of the two hearts.ReplyCancel

  • Silke LedlowJanuary 6, 2010 - 3:45 pm

    Absolutely GORGEOUS card – Becca!!! The hearts look so cool!!! Hugs ~S~ReplyCancel

  • KarenBJanuary 7, 2010 - 8:28 pm

    Your card is devine, what a wonderful way to use the hearts.

    New Year was quiet here – I had some time off over Christmas so I had to work on NYE.

    I hope 2010 is a wonderful year for you.ReplyCancel

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Just a quick card to share with you using one of my very favorite color schemes – creme and gold.  I’m using one of the sentiments from the December release at Our Daily Bread Designs called His Gift. 

To set off the sentiment I used Spellbinders Floral Accent and Spellbinders Flourish Accent.  I simply trimmed my paper to fit the curve of the die template.  I think it makes an elegant edging. 

Card Recipe:
Stamps.  Our Daily Bread Designs – HIs Gift
Paper:  Gartner Treasure Collection, Garnet Treasure – Shimmer
Ink:  Versafine Black Onyx
Accessories:  Spellbinders Floral Accent. Spellbinders Flourish Accent, Ribbon, Pearls

Here’s hoping you are ready for Christmas!!  Have a lovely time making your final preparations and I hope those who are traveling make it home to loved ones safely.

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  • HeatherDecember 21, 2009 - 9:20 am

    This is another beautiful card Becca – so elegantly simple. Best wishes for a Happy Christmas to you and yours and looking forward to seeing you back next year nicely refreshed. Enjoy.
    Hugs and blessings
    HW(UK)
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  • Joselle(N.A.)December 21, 2009 - 10:34 am

    Becca, Thanks for this special card and thanks for all the beautiful cards you shared with us this year. I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Fantastic New Year with lots of Inspiration!!
    Blessings to you and yours.
    JoselleReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanDecember 21, 2009 - 10:45 am

    Becca, I wish we could have seen all of your beautiful card. Just a quick note saying thank you for a wonderful year with all of you gorgeous creation. I wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year.ReplyCancel

  • DianeDecember 21, 2009 - 11:12 am

    Becca,
    What a beautiful creation. Just stunning!

    Have a wonderful Christmas with your family. A blessed New Year.
    Really looking forward to another year of your wonderful creations and
    inspiration.
    Lots and lots of inky Huggs.
    Mwah,
    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Elaine AllenDecember 21, 2009 - 11:20 am

    Lovely Becca. Another beautiful card. Wishing you and your family a lovely Holiday Season!

    Elaine AllenReplyCancel

  • BarbaraDecember 21, 2009 - 11:24 am

    Beautiful!! Thank you for sharing “your” incredible gift with us all year . I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas and a New Year filled with, good health , joy , love and prosperityReplyCancel

  • SabineDecember 21, 2009 - 3:45 pm

    Stunning!Thank you for all the inspirations you gave me this year. Merry Christmas to you and your Family!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Marion (Australia)December 21, 2009 - 4:57 pm

    Hi Becca,
    A really beautiful card. Jesus our reason for the season.
    So much to be thankful for in this last year.
    Have a blessed Christmas Becca. Thnak you for all your lovely cards you have shared with us in the last year.
    God bless you
    MarionReplyCancel

  • MrsHDecember 21, 2009 - 5:29 pm

    Good evening, Becca- this is such a beautiful card using one of my favourite Bible texts which I frequently use on the inserts of mt Christmas cards. After seeing your beautiful card I will, however, rethink it’s use as the focal point on the front of the card. May I wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas and re-iterate the sentiments of the others- thank you so much for your wonderful inspiration throughout the year. Looking forward to seeing what you have in store for us in 2010.ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisDecember 22, 2009 - 4:47 am

    Beautiful card Becca, the colors make for an elegant card. Happy Holidays to you and yours. TFS!!!ReplyCancel

  • KarinDecember 22, 2009 - 7:21 am

    Your work is always just stunning. I am a huge lurker around here…Merry Christmas!ReplyCancel

  • Karen from OntarioDecember 23, 2009 - 5:47 am

    thanks for all your inspiring creations.
    Merry Christmas to you and your family.ReplyCancel

  • Amy - MontrealDecember 23, 2009 - 2:32 pm

    Have a beautiful Xmas and may the New Year bring you Love, Peace, Good Health and all the twinklings that life offers you!
    Merry Xmas!ReplyCancel

  • PatiDecember 23, 2009 - 10:04 pm

    Beautiful! Thanks for sharing how you use the spellbinders so creatively! It inspires me to look at them in new ways (and buy) esp. those that I didn’t know what to do with previously.

    Hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family!ReplyCancel

  • AnitaDecember 24, 2009 - 6:38 am

    I just want to say Merry Christmas Becca! And thank you for sharing with us the beautiful gift of creativity that God has given you!ReplyCancel

  • Grace NyweningDecember 24, 2009 - 7:14 am

    Becca this is gorgeous!!! It’s one of my favorite color combos too! Love how you framed the wonderful sentiment!!! Merry Christmas Becca! May God bless you and yours!ReplyCancel

  • jan hunnicuttDecember 24, 2009 - 11:56 am

    Merry Christmas! I’m pretty sure every time I click onto your blog I think “wow”, ;) Gorgeous card today!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)December 24, 2009 - 10:32 pm

    Becca,

    This is gorgeous! I hope you and your family are having a very Merry Christmas!

    Hugs and Blessings,

    Lisa AthaReplyCancel

  • Donna in AKDecember 24, 2009 - 11:37 pm

    Another very lovely card. Your work inspires me to try new things. Thank you for all the time you take to make and present these lovely projects. Blessings to you & yours at Christmas.ReplyCancel

  • JC from FLDecember 31, 2009 - 1:00 am

    Great card. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas. Looking forward to next year!!ReplyCancel

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Oh gosh, I know you are going to think this bizarre, but I’ve had this on my idea list for almost a year and I’m tickled that I could finally put it to the test.  What I’m showing today are custom soaps that I’ve stamped on with my JustRite Stamps – in a sense.  In my stash I had the neatest product that I finally was able to test out.  The product is Graphix Rub-onz and what it allows you to do is to make a rub-on of things you stamp (or print) so that you you can actually apply the rub on to the surface of your choice.  

I made my own soaps because I wanted the round and square shapes to match with the newly released 2" Square Decorative Frames and Decorative 2" Round Wide Borders from JustRite.   Then I sat down and stamped out four round borders and four square borders and used images from JustRite’s A Merry Little Christmas Borders and Centers to fill the centers.  For each border I used a Tombow marker and huffed before stamping.  For each center I used Memento Tuxedo Black Ink then colored with Copic Markers.   To wrap them up, I used a tall cellophane bag (about 10" tall) and cut the end off.  I twisted both ends, like on a piece of hard candy and tied ribbons on each end.  That wrapping still lets you see the face of the soap and makes a really balanced presentation with the ribbon on both ends.

Now really these soaps are more for decoration than anything but they can be used.  Once wet, the decal that is left from the rub on will peel off.   Here is the packaging for the rub-ons.  The instructions on the package are excellent and very easy to navigate.  

 

ETA:  This type of soap was simple to make.  The stock that you purchase at Michaels is premade and you only need to add fragrance if you want.  It get heated in the microwave for about a minute then poured into a mold. :-)  This was an activity we did every year when our kids were younger – it’s tons of fun.  My bars were ready to go in an hour.

Project Recipe:
Stamps:  JustRite 2" Square Decorative Frames, Decorative JustRite 2" Round Wide Borders, JustRite A Merry Little Christmas Borders and Centers
Paper:  None
Ink:  Memento Black Tuxedo
Accessories: LIfe of the Party Soap Molds (Michaels), LIfe of the Party Shea Butter Soap (Michaels), Grafix Rub-onz (Hobby Lobby),  Tombow Markers, Copic Markers, Cellophane Bags, Ribbon, Wire Mesh Basket.

 My gratitude for your sweet words and for stopping by today!

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  • Ellen PDecember 17, 2009 - 9:40 am

    These are just too darn cute! They would make great hostess gifts!ReplyCancel

  • Jerri KayDecember 17, 2009 - 9:41 am

    What a wonderful idea Becca, I love it! Thanks so much for sharing, these are so adorable and will look awesome in a guest bathroom during the holidays!ReplyCancel

  • BarbaraDecember 17, 2009 - 9:44 am

    I’ve had some of this stuff for MONTHS and have yet to try it out! You’ve given me the incentive!! Thanks, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • ShawnaDecember 17, 2009 - 9:55 am

    What a great idea and so beautifully done! Is it hard to make soap?ReplyCancel

    • Becca FeekenDecember 17, 2009 - 10:08 am

      It’s very easy to make soap. I purchase premade stock from Michaels. You throw it in the microwave for about a minute then pour it into your mold. Mine bars were ready in about an hours.
      BeccaReplyCancel

  • vicki dutcherDecember 17, 2009 - 9:59 am

    Becca – your projects are just amazing! You have such a creative brain!! LOL. TFS all your talent with us!ReplyCancel

  • Kyle E.December 17, 2009 - 10:00 am

    Thanks for sharing this wonderful idea with us!! Merry Christmas, Becca!!ReplyCancel

  • CarolDecember 17, 2009 - 10:00 am

    This is exciting Becca, I would never have thought of doing something like this with stamps. You are definitely blessed and sharing your talents must be your calling. Thanks so much! Have a blessed Christmas and may the Lord bless and keep you and yours.
    “Hugs” GrannyReplyCancel

  • JudyDecember 17, 2009 - 10:04 am

    Awesome as always. What a fabulous idea. These little soaps would make a great gift anytime of year. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Shirley LeeDecember 17, 2009 - 10:09 am

    Wonderful idea to make the soap look like candy! I make my own soap, and everyone hints around this time of year for more soap. I’m going to use your idea with the neighbors this year. Really cute. Happy Holidays!
    Shirley L.
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  • Sabrina aka okimom2girlzDecember 17, 2009 - 10:36 am

    Becca, your soaps are absolutey GORGEOUS!!!!What a fun little gift this will be. Have a wonderful Christmas and may God bless you beyond your expectations. Hugs, SabrinaReplyCancel

  • Sharon HarnistDecember 17, 2009 - 10:37 am

    Picking myself up off the floor … what a beautiful gift, Becca, and fabulous idea!!!ReplyCancel

  • BarbaraDecember 17, 2009 - 10:39 am

    Fabulous idea!! I had never seen the Grafix Rub-onz . If you ever stop designing for JustRite or Spellbinders I am going to sit down and cryReplyCancel

  • ToshDecember 17, 2009 - 10:55 am

    How clever and beautiful Becca!! What a wonderful gift idea!ReplyCancel

  • LenoriaDecember 17, 2009 - 10:58 am

    These are beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • AngelaDecember 17, 2009 - 11:00 am

    Becca – these are adorable!!!! These would make perfect gifts for my sister-in-law. She entertains several “high profile” guests so her guest bathroom is queen ready. These would look amazing on her vanity.

    Thanks for an amazing idea
    AngelaReplyCancel

  • Meemee48December 17, 2009 - 11:13 am

    How fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • WritingEliDecember 17, 2009 - 12:15 pm

    Get out of town!!!
    What will you think of next…dang girl. I am overwhelmed.

    Seriously, you inspire me every day. Thanks for using your gift to share with all of us craftlings.ReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanDecember 17, 2009 - 12:16 pm

    Thank you Becca for the stamp idea and the soap idea. You are so kind and sweet……….ReplyCancel

  • AmericaDecember 17, 2009 - 12:31 pm

    FABULOUS ideas. You are like an endless encyclopedia of crafty knowledge GF!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • JamiDecember 17, 2009 - 12:40 pm

    These are awesome – just too much fun!ReplyCancel

  • EmilyDecember 17, 2009 - 2:10 pm

    Those are beautiful! Your work is always inspiring! Where do you find the time to accomplish all these amazing creations?ReplyCancel

  • DianeDecember 17, 2009 - 3:43 pm

    Becca,
    What a wonderful project. And I love the story behind it.
    Thanks so much for sharing.

    Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Debbie ReavesDecember 17, 2009 - 4:52 pm

    Becca,
    You never cease to amaze me. Your blog name is sooo you. AMAZING!

    Thanks so much for all the time you spend to bring us your beautiful creations and talent.

    You are a real jewel in the world of life!

    take care and have a great Christmas!

    Debbie ReavesReplyCancel

  • RufusDecember 17, 2009 - 11:22 pm

    You really and truly are amazing! Glad you’re back, we’ve missed you.
    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours.
    R/ReplyCancel

  • Regina NDecember 17, 2009 - 11:47 pm

    These soaps Are absoulately beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • CindyDecember 17, 2009 - 11:52 pm

    Beautiful, Becca. What a great idea…I just worry that my soap really would leave color – my luck!!!ReplyCancel

  • HeatherDecember 18, 2009 - 3:01 am

    Oh Becca you come up with some pretty amazing ideas!! This project is awesome. Beautiful. Must look out for that rub-on package.
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • cherylDecember 18, 2009 - 4:22 am

    wow Becca, what an awesome gift idea! I must say you have the patience of Job!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisDecember 18, 2009 - 5:23 am

    Beautiful soaps. I would tell people these are just for looking at don’t touch. These would make wonderful gifts for everyone. TFS!!! Becca.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy J (Wattle)December 18, 2009 - 7:24 am

    Becca – you never fail to blow me away!!! How cool are these!!!!ReplyCancel

  • ClarindaDecember 18, 2009 - 9:31 am

    I’m so with everyone else… this is fantastic! Great idea and job with them. … and I’m one who never comments so you have to know it good if I do! :)ReplyCancel

  • Silke LedlowDecember 18, 2009 - 8:25 pm

    Okay – you clever girl you….he,he,he….I totally love this!!! Fabulous looking soaps…I’m so gonna hunt this rub-on thingy down…!!! You rock – Becca!!!

    Happy holidays!!! Hugs ~S~ReplyCancel

  • Joan BDecember 20, 2009 - 6:13 pm

    good grief these are clever and adorable. thanks for sharing. Have a very Merry Christmas.ReplyCancel

  • Wanda WilliamsJanuary 3, 2010 - 2:09 pm

    Oh . . . my . . . goodness!!! I wish I had found this before Christmas, but I will be prepared for next Christmas!!! Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful project!!!ReplyCancel
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