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I made this piece a couple of months ago and it rekindled my love of embossing stencils and marked my first time using the embossing paste that was languishing in my stash.  It was all just an experiment but the effort was easier than I imagined and the results were eye catching.  From my stash I picked a Dreamweavers stencil and gold embossing paste.  I thought that velvet would make for a rich background to build a sample.  A test run on a small 4 x 4 square of velvet ended up perfect even though I was originally skeptical.  My next step was to do the final.  I followed the directions on the paste label which are little more than – lay down stencil, spread paste on like peanut butter, remove stencil and wash tools.  Um….I’m doin’ more of this. 

This all came about through a challenge to use art pieces as our inspiration.  One of my most vivid impressions of art are the pieces painted on black velvet sold by vendors on street corners.  As a military brat, I spent quite a bit of time in the Philippines and when we returned stateside you could always tell other families who had been there, because they had some kind of black velvet art in their household goods.  I thought the black velvet was kind of retro but it seems like I run into it even these days when we are in a touristy place.    

To finish the piece I picked up a very inexpensive frame from Walmart.  I adhered the embossed velvet to mat board, which I then backed with gold paper and mounted on a framed sized sheet of mat board also covered with velvet.  The glass was removed from the frame and the mounted piece inserted.  That’s it!

Piece Recipe:
Stamps:  None
Paper:  The  Paper Company – Gold Linen Weave
Ink:  None
Accessories:  Dreamweaver Gold Embossing Paste, Lynette Harlow Embossing Template, Ribbon, Frame

Here’s to hoping we’re all off to a great week!!

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  • LeslyJune 16, 2009 - 1:02 am

    This is absolutely gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • Linda S. in NEJune 16, 2009 - 1:51 am

    Wow, Becca!! Stunning is the word that comes to my mind.
    Linda S. in NEReplyCancel

  • Joyce across the pondJune 16, 2009 - 3:23 am

    Becca…this is simply stunning…..and you are a girl after my own heart….I too take the glass out of frames….love to be able to see (and touch!) the textures…I have two items unglazed…one a machine embroidery from 25 years ago which is as good as new (hoovered occasionally!) and another fabric backed collage which hangs in my hallway…no problem without glass at all.
    Thanks for sharing this, it is just so good to look at.
    JoyceReplyCancel

  • Joan FrickerJune 16, 2009 - 3:37 am

    Becca this is beautiful. And you make it sound so simple!!! Great job!

    JoanReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJune 16, 2009 - 4:03 am

    Just beautiful Becca. I have done this technique with paper but never on Velvet. The results you got are stunning. TFS!!!:0)ReplyCancel

  • Wanda HJune 16, 2009 - 5:44 am

    Gorgeous!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Gigi EscalanteJune 16, 2009 - 5:51 am

    Becca, another beautiful design. Thanks for making sound easy enough to try on my own.ReplyCancel

  • beth UllmanJune 16, 2009 - 6:05 am

    Oh Becca now that is a piece of art it is gorgeous do you think velvet paper would work? Very simple but oh how elegant.ReplyCancel

  • Amy A. MontrealJune 16, 2009 - 6:15 am

    Absolutely gorogeous and I love black and gold, so elegant.
    You inspired me with this Again….Tks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Donna RinckelJune 16, 2009 - 6:23 am

    Wow! You never cease to amaze me. This is gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • Bev J.June 16, 2009 - 7:00 am

    The black and gold together is very striking. Beautiful work. tfsReplyCancel

  • Cathy MJune 16, 2009 - 7:30 am

    I love how the gold stands out against the deepness of the black velvet. Very elegant.
    CathyReplyCancel

  • Tish SchneiderJune 16, 2009 - 7:32 am

    Wow, very elegant and stunning. You make it sound TOO easy!ReplyCancel

  • DianeJune 16, 2009 - 7:36 am

    Becca,
    Really. really eye catching.
    I just can’t get over how creative you are.
    Another piece of wonder work/art.

    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Carole MillerJune 16, 2009 - 7:54 am

    BEAUTIFUL It is so classic, I absolutely love it. Thanks for sharing. I need to get some velvet and try that.
    CaroleReplyCancel

  • JanineJune 16, 2009 - 9:50 am

    ALL I CAN SAY IS WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW!ReplyCancel

  • Peggy MaierJune 16, 2009 - 10:16 am

    I agree with everyone who posted! Can’t think of anything else to say (you’re SO talented)!ReplyCancel

  • Sonya AppelJune 16, 2009 - 11:08 am

    Becca,

    This is beautiful!! I was thinking about doing a quilled piece with a black velvet background also!! I have a few stencils that I thought I might give a try at embossing paste since yours came out so awesome!ReplyCancel

  • SandeeJune 16, 2009 - 12:47 pm

    WOW! WOW! WOW!ReplyCancel

  • Linda BandowJune 16, 2009 - 1:01 pm

    Who knew that something this eye-catching could be so simple. Of course, I may be singing a very different tune when I try it out myself. TFS!ReplyCancel

  • adelineJune 16, 2009 - 1:28 pm

    what a really nice and original project!ReplyCancel

  • Terri JacksonJune 16, 2009 - 2:24 pm

    Beautiful. Simple and elegant!ReplyCancel

  • ConnieJune 16, 2009 - 4:29 pm

    This is just so very striking and breathtaking, Becca…it just jumps off the computer!!ReplyCancel

  • sheenaJune 16, 2009 - 5:53 pm

    Wow Becca. This is exceptionally striking!ReplyCancel

  • NimueJune 16, 2009 - 8:00 pm

    Becca, I’ve got paste and stencils in the back of my cupboard. I think you might just be the push I needed to try this. Thanks – NimmyReplyCancel

  • Joan SwitalskiJune 16, 2009 - 8:13 pm

    Hi Becca! I just have to say that I’m so very happy that we have the same roots. Pinay ka rin pala! Your blog has always been the first one for me to visit and I always love your work ;) Thank you for sharing your talent which definitely inspires a lot I’m sure.ReplyCancel

  • cards4uJune 16, 2009 - 8:33 pm

    Beautiful!!!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)June 17, 2009 - 12:43 am

    Wow Becca,

    This is absolutely stunning! Gorgeous!

    Hugs,

    Lisa A.ReplyCancel

  • Cindy HaffnerJune 17, 2009 - 7:24 am

    Stunning!!!!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • BettyJune 17, 2009 - 8:38 am

    Becca, this is beautiful!!! It has been years since I tried the paste and it was in white not gold. This is very striking and amazing on the black velvet. It looks so crisp and clean. Beautifully done!!!ReplyCancel

  • Silke LedlowJune 17, 2009 - 9:52 am

    WOW – Becca – this frame looks awesome!!!ReplyCancel

  • Amy ShefferJune 17, 2009 - 9:59 am

    What a great look, Becca!!ReplyCancel

  • GloriaJune 17, 2009 - 1:13 pm

    I just wanted to let you know how much I admire your work. I love how you use your talents to praise the Lord. Your work is stunning. May God bless you today, and every day!ReplyCancel

  • MarionJune 17, 2009 - 3:24 pm

    Hi Becca love this! I’ve done this technique onto card but not onto velvet, going to give it a try.
    Marion UKReplyCancel

  • JudyJune 17, 2009 - 7:06 pm

    Wow! Absolutely beautiful!!!ReplyCancel

  • JenJune 17, 2009 - 10:11 pm

    {*Swoon*} I can see why you will do this again! WOW what a great effect!

    Beautiful.
    thank you for sharing !!ReplyCancel

  • LorelieJune 18, 2009 - 2:01 am

    Love how you used velvet…added a whole new ELEGANT spin to it!!ReplyCancel

  • Joan BJune 20, 2009 - 7:34 pm

    gorgeous, stunning, beautiful. words fail me!ReplyCancel

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I’m popping in quickly to share one of my favorite projects that I haven’t shared here yet.  Using one of my very favorite stamps from Our Daily Bread Designs called Lift Up Our Hands, I created a quick framed piece that graces my studio.   

The very inexpensive frame was purchased at Hobby Lobby and is an 10" x 10" frame with a 3.75" x 3.75" opening. I simply stamped the sentiment, which says, "May you feel His hands, lifting you up in prayer" in black and cream to match to frame.  The bow is a mega bow that is cinched with a brooch from my stash – never knew what I might do with it but it found a good home here.   I used two creams ribbons – one that is a 3" wide moire and one that is 1.5" wide and is embroidered.  Once the bow was completed, I simply glued it on.

Just in case you wanted to know . . . For this bow, starting at a midpoint with the wider 3" ribbon, I zig zagged the ribbon back and forth so that each of the three layers was stair stepped smaller ending again on a midpoint..  With smaller ribbon, I made two loops and laid them on top simply cinching the entire stack with my brooch, closing the pin on the back and arranging the smaller ribbon so that it was symmetrical.   For the larger ribbon, I think I used about a yard and a half.  For the smaller ribbon I think I used about a half a yard.

I love when I can change it up and do something other than a stamped card, especially when the project is so easy!   Anyone who can read this post can make this gift.  Go ahead, pick out a simple stamp that speaks to you, and frame it!  You’ll be able to add this to your bag of tricks whenever you need a quick gift too!

Gift Recipe:
Stamps:  Our Daily Bread Designs – Lift Up Our Hands
Paper:  The Paper Company – Cream White
Ink:  Versamark and Black Embossing Powder
Accessories:  Frame, Ribbon, Brooch

Thanks for stopping by!!

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  • Nancy PJune 4, 2009 - 3:44 am

    WOW this is beautiful. I love the ribbon and the brooch.
    Everything about it is classy and elegant. TFSReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJune 4, 2009 - 3:45 am

    Beautiful work Becca, I bet it would look gorgeous on your wall. Now that is a bow that I could do criss cross. Nice work Becca. Not just eye candy but candy for the soul too.ReplyCancel

  • ArtyjenJune 4, 2009 - 4:18 am

    Hey! You’ve done it again…….love it……it must be a super addition to your wall area.

    xoxoReplyCancel

  • SandeeJune 4, 2009 - 4:41 am

    Becca! This is absolutely the most gorgeous ever! Each and every project/card is more beautiful than the last! I WILL be casing this in the near future! Was the frame already painted and decorated?ReplyCancel

  • RobbieJune 4, 2009 - 4:48 am

    WOW!!! You made a simple project look soooo elegant. I don’t know how you continue to raise the bar, but every project is more beautiful than the last. Absolutely gorgeous!!ReplyCancel

  • MicheleJune 4, 2009 - 4:50 am

    This is seriously gorgeous!!!! WOW!ReplyCancel

  • michelleJune 4, 2009 - 4:57 am

    OMGosh Becca! This is stunning!ReplyCancel

  • DianeJune 4, 2009 - 5:17 am

    Becca,
    WOW!!!!!!
    Really, really pretty.

    TFS
    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • SuzyJune 4, 2009 - 5:41 am

    Stunning and powerful, this really touches my heart. Beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • RitaJune 4, 2009 - 6:56 am

    You continue to amaze me!

    Beautiful work, as always.

    RitaReplyCancel

  • BettyJune 4, 2009 - 7:11 am

    Becca, this is stunning!!! Beautiful bow detialing, too!!! Love how you used th brooch. Great look!!! Terriifc piece of art!!!ReplyCancel

  • CandyfJune 4, 2009 - 7:30 am

    Wow — very lovely gift!ReplyCancel

  • Peggy MaierJune 4, 2009 - 7:48 am

    Another beauty!ReplyCancel

  • Julie KoerberJune 4, 2009 - 8:00 am

    This is just gorgeous Becca! What a wonderful work of art to have sitting on a table of nightstand to remind you of all your blessings! Just beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Kathy (Wattle)June 4, 2009 - 8:00 am

    Absolutely STUNNING Becca!!! Love that bow!ReplyCancel

  • CathyJune 4, 2009 - 8:27 am

    Becca, This is really awesome. What can I say…..I love it. It seems that everything you do seems to touch my soul.ReplyCancel

  • Tish SchneiderJune 4, 2009 - 8:39 am

    Wow, this is wonderful! I love that bow! This would make a great gift or to hang anywhere in your own home. Gives me ideas of other things you can do using the same idea. How about a series of baby theme stamps in pastel colors for someone’s nursery? Kitchen theme stamps for your kitchen or dining area…the ideas are just pouring forth! As usual, you awe and inspire us!ReplyCancel

  • CarolenJune 4, 2009 - 8:44 am

    Thanks for sharing Becca! Especially, the
    how to’s for the bow. Beautifully done!ReplyCancel

  • Miss GJune 4, 2009 - 8:55 am

    cute idea, thanks for sharingReplyCancel

  • Michelle RJune 4, 2009 - 9:00 am

    Oh Becca….what an absolutely GORGEOUS work of art! Simply stunning!!!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)June 4, 2009 - 9:23 am

    Becca,

    Stunning! Very beautiful. I have often thought about doing something like this and just never have. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Lisa A.ReplyCancel

  • GraceJune 4, 2009 - 10:28 am

    Absolutely gorgeous Becca! You do have a way with ribbon!!! Love the frame!!!ReplyCancel

  • Suzanne J DeanJune 4, 2009 - 10:35 am

    Simple yet stunningly beautiful & lovely Becca! I adore frames & this is just fab & that bow–“Yum”! Will have to try that technique!

    hugz,
    SuzanneReplyCancel

  • LuAnnJune 4, 2009 - 10:56 am

    Beautiful Becca! You have a touch of magic in those hands of yours.ReplyCancel

  • valerieJune 4, 2009 - 1:03 pm

    I just want to say your cards are all so beautiful and you inspire me!ReplyCancel

  • Linda EJune 4, 2009 - 4:54 pm

    This is beautiful, Becca. I’m sure it serves as a daily source of inspiration. Thanks for sharing something that is so meaningful to you.ReplyCancel

  • jami {sgtStamper}June 4, 2009 - 4:59 pm

    What a beautiful addition for your studio! Love that ribbon – so creamy and soft.ReplyCancel

  • CandyJune 4, 2009 - 6:30 pm

    Oh Becca!

    This is just beautiful and something I would love to hang on my wall!
    That bow is very special as well. I love everything you make!!!!

    Hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • SueBJune 4, 2009 - 7:01 pm

    just amazin’ – TFS!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkJune 4, 2009 - 7:30 pm

    Beautiful! The bow is so special. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Billie AndersonJune 4, 2009 - 8:49 pm

    Another lovey piece of art. I think anyone would love to display it in their home and so many different applications can be used.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJune 4, 2009 - 11:33 pm

    another work of art. I just love this frame, but that ribbon, girl it is stunning.ReplyCancel

  • MrsHJune 5, 2009 - 1:38 pm

    Good evening, Becca – a most unusual and beautiful project. Your bos embellishment is just superb.ReplyCancel

  • SandyJune 16, 2009 - 11:16 am

    Wow!
    I found 5 of these frames at a garage sale several years ago still wrapped in plastic. I have never found a use for them until now. I am inspired.ReplyCancel

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My goodness, I’ll seem chatty today.  I have some news to share as well as a new release from Our Daily Bread Designs.  First for my news, I’ve been invited  to join the Magnolia-licious Design Team!!  This is a pure indulgence for me as I’ve been smitten with those stamps for quite a while.  Unknown to many of you, I like just about every genre of stamp there is.  I have quite a bit of artsy, elegant, eclectic and yes, quite a few cute stamps.   I’ve been hunting for something to take to the little girls at Sunday School in the way of cards, and these will fit the bill.  The ladies on the design team are as sweet as can be and have shown me a warm welcome.  I’m jumping in with them today and this week we have a Blog Hop on Friday, June 5th; I hope to see you then!

Now on to my card for today . . . this is one of the magnificent new releases with Our Daily Bread Designs and this particular set is called Ask, Seek, Knock.   Be sure to pop on over to ODBD to see the other set that rounds out the June Releases!

If you can’t tell, this Spellbinders Decorative Frame is one of my very favorites, I use it often.  This time I decided to change it up by embossing and stenciling on design paper.  I know the idea sounds "busy" but I really like the way it frame turned out.  The paper is subtle enough to take it.  I used the same ink for the frame, the sentiment and the edging on the double stacked Spellbinders Labels Four.  After I embellished the frame with topaz bling, I added a hat pin to which I added pearls and swarovski’s. 

TIP:  I know you will ask so I’ll go ahead and give a little explanation about the border around the Labels.  Normally I would do a reverse stenciling technique like I did on THIS post.  Because I wanted the ink to be the same as I used with the stenciling and because I was NOT using pigment ink as you need for reverse stenciling, I created a set of masks to use on the Labels dies that expose just the outer edges.   I did that by tracing around the insides of the die I was using with a pencil and then cutting out along that outline.  Then using repositionable glue I tacked my cut out on top of my die cut and sponged around the edges, removing the mask when finished.  It’s a sure fire way to get a different look with your dies. 

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  Our Daily Bread Designs – Ask, Seek, Knock
Paper:  Bazzill, SEI Windsor
Ink:  Brushed Corduroy Distress Ink
Accessories:  Spellbinders Decorative Frame, Spellbinders Labels Four, Bling from Michaels, Hat Pin from Hobby Lobby, Miscellaneous Beads, Ribbon

Don’t forget, since this is a new release day for Our Daily Bread Designs, there is another new set to see yet!!  All of the design team members are listed on my sidebar – be sure to visit to see what everyone is posting today.  Yes,  Amy Sheffer,  Angel Wilde,  Angie Zublionis, Betty Wright, Laurie Schmidlin, Chris Olsen, Dina Kowal, Jane Wetzel, Judy Rozema,  Angella Crockett and Lorelie Kim have new cards to share too! 

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  • Sharon LJune 1, 2009 - 7:38 am

    well let me tell you that you deserve it I can’t wait to see your blog to see what new thing you have come up with, your mind works like no one else’s.ReplyCancel

  • Amy ShefferJune 1, 2009 - 7:49 am

    Stunning card, Becca! Love the warm colors and that pin! Congrats on the Magnolia-licious DT spot!ReplyCancel

  • Susan BugalskiJune 1, 2009 - 7:50 am

    You did what? A visual tutorial would be most appreciated.

    Your card is absolutely stunning and congrats on the invitation to the new design team.

    SueReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJune 1, 2009 - 7:50 am

    This is breath taking, you are so creative with all your cards, and I learn something new every time I come by here, one of the things I learn is I am still in first grade :)ReplyCancel

  • Judy RozemaJune 1, 2009 - 7:51 am

    WOW! Totally magnificent in every way!!

    Congratulations on the new DT!!! Cool!!!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJune 1, 2009 - 7:51 am

    Oh my so Lovely, like how you have the pin threaded through the ribbons/bows! Congrats on the design team!ReplyCancel

  • FayeJune 1, 2009 - 7:56 am

    Congratulations on the design team-they are very blessed to have you.ReplyCancel

  • BettyJune 1, 2009 - 8:01 am

    Becca, it is absolutely gorgeous!!! Love the warm colors and all you wonderful technique and detailing. Beautifully done!!!ReplyCancel

  • JackieJune 1, 2009 - 8:05 am

    Becca, as usual you have made a wonderful card, I love the way you pay attention to every detail, thank you for showcasing the stamped image/sentiment in such a wonderful way. Congratulations on your Magnolia design team appointment, I can’t wait to see what you create with those cute stamps. Have a great day.ReplyCancel

  • ShirleyJune 1, 2009 - 8:13 am

    This is magnificent. I love the new set and how you have show cased it so beautifully. I am excited to see the ODBD is going to be at the stamp convention this year. Congratulations on being on their team. They are so lucky to have you and your creativeness. Your cards are always over the top. Can’t wait to see more cards with this set.ReplyCancel

  • PeggyJune 1, 2009 - 8:14 am

    Cpngrats Becca! Can’t wait to see what you create with the Magnolia line of stamps!ReplyCancel

  • Stacy SCS TwinshappyJune 1, 2009 - 8:18 am

    Gorgeous! Congrats on the new DT spot!ReplyCancel

  • GraceJune 1, 2009 - 8:24 am

    Just stunning! So good to even be in the same bread basket with you!! Wowza!!! Your talent amazes me! Congrats on the Magnolia spot! I love them too!ReplyCancel

  • Miss GJune 1, 2009 - 8:25 am

    Beautiful, I love the pin and ribbon look. The ribbon is beautiful and the outline (design) is awesome.

    I love the verse

    Have a blessed day!ReplyCancel

  • MélyaneJune 1, 2009 - 8:37 am

    Beautiful!!!!!!! Congrats on the news!!!! Can’t wait to see what you will create with those beautiful stamps!!!!ReplyCancel

  • NeenieJune 1, 2009 - 9:07 am

    WOW has Magnolia found a treasure in you!!!!!
    I read through the descriptions of making this card 3 times! You are the ONLY designer who takes the time to gives such detailed info. THANK YOU!!! I’ve been “lusting after” a Spellbinders frame and now you’ve “led me into temptation”!!!!! Just gotta have it.ReplyCancel

  • lisa808June 1, 2009 - 9:12 am

    Congratulations!ReplyCancel

  • GiovanaJune 1, 2009 - 9:23 am

    Congratulations Becca!!! Your card is adorable.
    God bless
    GiovanaReplyCancel

  • janeJune 1, 2009 - 9:41 am

    Oh my!!!Stunnning….Gorgeous…Breathtaking…..WOWOWOWOWOW!ReplyCancel

  • LorelieJune 1, 2009 - 9:49 am

    Wonderful as usual!!ReplyCancel

  • JanineJune 1, 2009 - 9:55 am

    Congrats Becaa and another beautiful card…ReplyCancel

  • Sonya AppelJune 1, 2009 - 11:00 am

    Beautiful and inventive as always! Thanks for the new ways to use our cardmaking supplies!ReplyCancel

  • Denise (peanutbee)June 1, 2009 - 12:02 pm

    This is incredible!! Love Love LOVE the large stick pin with the ribbon bows, and your framing is ALWAYS SPECTACULAR! Your talent seriously blows my mind!ReplyCancel

  • Cheri HowardJune 1, 2009 - 12:05 pm

    Stunning card, Becca! I actually prefer the colored border over the reverse stenciling. For some reason it just doesn’t “look right” to me, so I’ve never done it. Thanks for the tip!ReplyCancel

  • Cheri HowardJune 1, 2009 - 12:05 pm

    Oh, and congrats on the DT position!ReplyCancel

  • AnnetteJune 1, 2009 - 12:27 pm

    I love your cards. This is beatiful.
    AnnetteReplyCancel

  • SaraJune 1, 2009 - 12:31 pm

    That’s so wonderful Becca!! I know you’ll do wonderfulReplyCancel

  • Linda C.June 1, 2009 - 1:19 pm

    Quite LOVELY! Congrats on your new design team! Magnolia hit the jackpot of designers!ReplyCancel

  • sandraJune 1, 2009 - 1:24 pm

    you are amazing – just beautiful!
    SandraReplyCancel

  • Ad K.June 1, 2009 - 1:41 pm

    Another beautiful card, Becca, really stunning. I am always excited to see what you create! Congrats on being a designer over at Magnolia also. I’m off to send Kelley at ODBD an order for her new sets.ReplyCancel

  • Lauren FeekenJune 1, 2009 - 2:11 pm

    Congrats mom!ReplyCancel

  • MichelleHJune 1, 2009 - 2:22 pm

    Gorgeous! Congrats on the DT!ReplyCancel

  • Sherry 107June 1, 2009 - 2:23 pm

    Congrats Becca- I was just looking at the new Magnolia-licious blog!!! And to have you there also!! WOW!!! How cool is that!! You are one busy and talented lady! Whew!!!ReplyCancel

  • adelineJune 1, 2009 - 2:51 pm

    This card is again amazing.. WOW again!! I wish I could have half of your talent. I can’t wait tomorrow to see your next one! Thanks so much for sharing with us :)ReplyCancel

  • Linda S. in NEJune 1, 2009 - 2:52 pm

    I agree with all the above posts. Magnolia-licious is so lucky to have secured the talent of Becca Feeken! Congratulations, Becca! I am a member and fan of the Magnolia’s, so I can’t wait to see how you showcase them. Hurry, Hurry!! Linda S. in NEReplyCancel

  • Beth NormanJune 1, 2009 - 2:56 pm

    Honest to goodness, I just don’t know how you manage to pump out cards on a regular basis, have them all look unlike another, come up with a new way to use stamps and stencils, think outside the box, and come out professional looking like you were born to do this. Does this give enough impact in how amazed I continue to be with your work, Becca?! Good golly Miss Molly, this is one fab card. And thank you for the explanation GF!ReplyCancel

  • Beth NormanJune 1, 2009 - 2:57 pm

    Opps, I forgot to say congratulations on your big news. I’m so looking forward to seeing Magnolia cards. I can’t even begin to image what you’ll come up with for those stamps!ReplyCancel

  • Angie Z ~ DuckwaddlequackJune 1, 2009 - 4:24 pm

    Congrats on the new DT!!! You go girl!! This card is splendid and so beautiful! Love the warm colors and that pin is prefect!:)ReplyCancel

  • HeatherJune 1, 2009 - 5:15 pm

    Congratulations on your new assignment to the DT! More of the world needs to see your creativity and this is certainly one way of getting more of YOU out there :) This card is absolutely stunning! Thank you for the included bonus of the “tip”. I’m gonna try that technique since I have a lot of dye based inks and couldn’t do the reverse with them.ReplyCancel

  • Ann I.June 1, 2009 - 6:13 pm

    Congrats on becoming a member of the DT!! I love Magnolias and can’t wait to see what you do with them. Your talents are amazing!!ReplyCancel

  • Kathy (Wattle)June 1, 2009 - 6:20 pm

    Absolutely stunning and elegant as always Becca!!!! Congrats on your appointment to the Magnolia DT – you will be such a wonderful asset to them!!!ReplyCancel

  • DianeJune 1, 2009 - 6:32 pm

    Becca,
    Big CONGRATS!!!!! Magnolias are my all time favorite stamps. YIPPY!!!! I couldn’t be more happy. I am soooo looking forward to see what you come up with.

    Todays card is just beautiful. Thank you for the explanation about the border around the labels. Your always so thoughful.

    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Diane Stader/Lost in the 60'sJune 1, 2009 - 6:35 pm

    Outstanding work! Love the color scheme and the beautiful ribbon treatment. Blessings, Diane/Planted in Joy/Lost in the 60’sReplyCancel

  • Chris OlsenJune 1, 2009 - 7:01 pm

    Wow!! Gorgeous frame you created Becca!! Love that pin and bows! Very Elegant and beautiful!! Congrats on the DT! You will indeed be an asset with all your stunning creations.
    hugs,
    ChrisReplyCancel

  • marshaJune 1, 2009 - 8:44 pm

    Becca,
    I always love your cards! Congratulations on being chosen for a spot on the Magnolia-licious DT!

    Hugs,
    MarshaReplyCancel

  • KelleyJune 1, 2009 - 9:08 pm

    So incredibly elegant! Love the pin!ReplyCancel

  • BettyJune 1, 2009 - 9:24 pm

    Great card! Congratulations on being chosen as another DT member!
    You have awesome talent and they are lucky to have you!ReplyCancel

  • ToshJune 1, 2009 - 9:33 pm

    STUNNING Becca!! Your colors and embossing, along with the decorative pin and ribbon, are exquisite!! WOW!! Congrats on the new DT too Becca!! They’re blessed to have you as part of their team. I look forward to seeing what you do with their images!!ReplyCancel

  • MaryJune 1, 2009 - 10:35 pm

    Congratulations on joining the DT Becca. Love the card too. Hope your energy holds up to the increased work load !ReplyCancel

  • jami {sgtStamper}June 2, 2009 - 1:29 am

    True Becca style…gorgeous!! What a great technique for framing the nesties – thanks for sharing! And big congrats on the Magnolia team – can’t wait to see what you do with those cuties!!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJune 2, 2009 - 3:46 am

    Just so pretty in shades of brown, Becca. CONGRATULATIONS!!! to you. Looking forward to what you create. Thanks for the great tip too. You brighten my life every time I come here. Thank you for that.ReplyCancel

  • MarionJune 2, 2009 - 4:04 am

    A very classy card Becca! That frame is my fave too, just love what you have done with it!
    Marion UKReplyCancel

  • Angella CrockettJune 2, 2009 - 4:11 am

    Becca, this is soooo beautiful! I love the stencil layers and the gemstones! Thanks so much for the tip on the masking….you’re the best!!! God Bless! AngellaReplyCancel

  • Diane HJune 2, 2009 - 12:34 pm

    Beautiful card, I love the elegant look of it, and somewhat of a vintage look, too! Congrats on being a part of the desgin team, it will be fun to see what you can come up with for that, I can only imagine and I know it will be awesome, I can hardly wait!!ReplyCancel

  • SuzyJune 2, 2009 - 1:04 pm

    This is stunning as are all your creations. Pure works of art! I can’t wait to see what you do with the Magnolia stamps, welcome to the team :)

    hugs
    SuzyReplyCancel

  • MargJune 2, 2009 - 1:35 pm

    The card is beautiful. Congratulations on joining the Magnolia group. I can hardly wait to see what you design!ReplyCancel

  • MrsHJune 2, 2009 - 3:01 pm

    Good evening, Becca and many congratulations on your invitation – well deserved. Your card today is so beautiful – and I adore your hatpin. I’m very much into these little handmade hatpins at the moment and use to adorn my own cards a when I can. I do like how you’ve used yours.ReplyCancel

  • SandeeJune 2, 2009 - 3:54 pm

    Becca! This card is the most elegant and exquisite card ever! Amazing!ReplyCancel

  • Kerry D-CJune 2, 2009 - 5:57 pm

    We are so thrilled that you joined the Magnolia-Liscious DT! Your work is stunningly beautiful and this card is no exception!ReplyCancel

  • mary puskarJune 2, 2009 - 6:56 pm

    Becca: where did you ever get such a looong hat pin??? Please? Card is just gorgeous!

    MaryReplyCancel

  • Cindy HaffnerJune 2, 2009 - 7:08 pm

    Becca you are amazing!!!ReplyCancel

  • colleen eJune 3, 2009 - 9:26 am

    Becca, this card is amazing, it is smply stunning, your talents shine, thanks so much for sharing I am going to try and imulate this card as it is just gorgeous. thanks and bless you
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  • AnnetteJune 5, 2009 - 12:05 am

    This card is absolutly!! I love it.
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  • KyleJune 9, 2009 - 11:44 am

    WOO HOO!! I am ecstatic about your news!! I am a HUGE fan of Michelle’s and her on-line store. I can’t wait to see your gorgeous work! I don’t think there’s a card you’ve made that I didn’t absolutely love!! Congratulations!ReplyCancel
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