It is time for Flourishes Timeless Tuesday Challenge (FTTC7)!!!! This week Cindy Haffner is hosting. She is challenging us to use ribbon. You may think ribbon? I use ribbon all the time. Of course, you do!!! We all do!!! I mean there are just so many ribbons out there to choose from. There are lace, organdies, ric rac, satin, twill, and grosgrain just to name a few. Then, there are polka dotted, printed, and stitched patterns to be had. And, if that is not enough, many of these come in different widths. Like I said, there are just so many to choose from. However, you may only use a certain type of ribbon all the time yet you hoard a boat load of others. It is time to cut those ribbons that bind you, lol!!! Try to venture from your normal comfort zone or try to use ribbon in a different way. Do not fret, though. If you are not feeling awfully adventurous, any card with some ribbon will do!!!! We would love to see what you do either way!!!
On this card I combined a couple of the elements that I love – the beautiful stamp set, the Spellbinders Flower, the wide ribbon, the vintage button, pearls and the Martha Stewart punch. I’ve been holding this card to share with you when these new sets were released and I’m so happy that they are available now!! This card was created for a class I recently taught and although it may seem like overkill, I purposely included as many of my favorite elements that are – well…me!
The wonderful flourish in the background is from a new Flourishes set called Ornamental Elements that is the epitome of the elegance and grace you’ve come to associate with Flourishes stamps. The perfectly sweet sentiment hidden on the inside says "Happiness held is the seed Happiness shared is the flower – it is another of the new Flourishes setscalled Sweet Peas. The filigree flower was created by Spellbinders Floral Accents and the leaf is from Spellbinders Sunflower One.
Here is the card recipe:
Stamps: Flourishes Ornamental Elements, Flourishes Sweet Peas
Paper: The Paper Company – Solar White, Bazzill Palo Verde, Bazzill Capers, Bazzill Bling – In the Pink, 140lb Strathmore Watercolor Paper
Ink: Palette – Landscape
Accessories: Spellbinders Sunflower One, Spellbinders Floral Accents, Martha Stewart Lattice Arch edger, Sheer Organdy Ribbon, Pearl, Silver Cord, Vintage Button
Stay tuned this week . . . I hope to be back later this week with a tutorial on how to make those corner perfectly using the Martha Stewart punch!!
Be sure to hop around and see what the other Friends of Flourishes have done on this Ribbon Challenge –
Cindy Haffner
Dee Jackson
Kimberly Crawford
Silke Ledlow
Betty Wright
A little later on this morning I’ll share another post with you for the Our Daily Bread Designs Blog Hop. You won’t want to miss it. Also remember I currently have Blog Candy to offer until noon on Wednesday – be sure to leave your post HERE.
I love the saying and turned out beautiful! Not that we expect any less! smile
Jen
Absolutely beautiful. Showcasing the lovely sentiment with the double cutout dies is a wonderful touch.
Loved what you have done with the Spellbinders Lables It really made you saying stand out
Another ‘quietly’ beautiful card Becca. The verse is so encouraging – the die cuts frame it superbly and the pearls on the buttons a lovely touch. The ribbon is fantastic as always.
Hugs
HW(UK)
xx
Becca,
Beautiful!
Inky Hugs,
~~Diane~~
Hi Becca!! Have you read the book by Stormie Omartian, ” Just Enough Light For The Step I’m On” ?! One of the many reasons I love your cards, is that they cause me to think about Gods’ Word, His beautiful Scriptures. How precious they are. Your cards are breathtakingly beautiful!!! IRIS, SAVED BY GRACE!!!
Another equalling stunning card. Takes my breath away. The clever use of the dies is so imaginative and the awesome words are something to look forward to every day. Thank you. xx
Absolutely gorgeous, I love how you layered the labels, what a wonderful idea.
So incredibly beautiful Becca! Just stunning!
Anoither beautiful card with a wonderful message to all.
It speaks to everyone. Thanks so much for using your talent.
so soft and pretty
Hugs
Norine
Oh…how inspiring as always. I love the elegance of this card. I’d like to know how you get the double embossing on the cut out labels.
TFS…Marian
Cool layout.
That is just a stunning card! Those Spellbinders dies are such a nice finish to a card. They look so classy! Thank you are sharing!
Rene’ Mewes
RM3116@charter.net
One word: Beautiful!!!
Wow, the card is so elegant, it leaves me stunned at the beauty of it. I love the way you layered your dies. I know you mentioned a magnetic sacer for Wizard, how do you acheive the same lok with Cuttlebug? I would love to see a tutorial for this, it is just so gorgeous!
Your cards are amazing!!! God Bless
Faye
Becca –
What a simply gorgeous card! How many ideas DO you have popping around in your head – LOL!! You just continue to amaze me with your beautiful work. Thanks for the eye candy.
Elaine Allen
Oh no, I hit the button by accident and sent you the above card with typos….. I know you don’t like them. Sorry, ha, ha, lol, as much as I hate to admit this, I’m sure it will happen again.
Sammie
Elegantly spectacular, Becca!
How exquisite! This is one of my all-time favorite quotes! I love how you used the dies…very clever! The paper you chose is perfect for this arrangement, although I would be tempted to hoard it myself! LOL! Thanks for more inspiring ideas, Becca! :)
Hugs~
Absolutely stunning!
Love the card. The way you used the die is really nice. You really make us use our brain to do something not quite so ordinary. Thanks for all the ideas!
Beautiful! I really like what you’ve done with the dies and the ribbon …. and the buttons …. the verse is thought provoking and a fond reminder. Thank you!
Beautiful, Becca! I love the two offset frames – so striking!
What a beautiful, and I do mean beautiful card. You have outdone yourself. It may be simple to make but it is stunning to look at. I love the color combinations that you chose. Thanks for the tip on using the double “Nestie’s”. The look is really regal. Have yourself a wonderful stamping day.
Trish in Wisconsin
Wow! This is gorgeous and I need to get Label 4 for my collection. The colors are simply gorgeous.
You do make me smile! Thank you!
I love, love LOVE this card! It’s absolutely stunning.
Lovely, Becca! You’re so creative!
Becca, my goodness how you get the mileage out of your punches and dies! I love how this looks with the double window and the inside cutout as the focal. Great idea and beautiful — as always!
hey Becca!
beautiful color combination
and those pearls…
those pretty pearls…
like our gates of Heaven…
full of Pearls!!!
Love
**Milu**
Becca,
ever since I read that saying I’ve loved it! What a great thought. Faith really is like that, God will be with us or meet with us but we have to take that first step. I’ve told my husband I want that set. Guess we’ll have to wait and see what happens! :)
Thank you so much for sharing all that you do!
This card is so beautiful!! I just love your cards, they are so elegant.
Great card…especially the way you did the double die and of course, the saying!
Jan Castle
Absolutely lovely, Becca! I’ve just scrolled through and looked at all I’ve missed. Since my computer problems I’ve gotten far too out of touch and it’s taking a long time to get in a new groove. Oh, my, how beautiful your work is! I’m sorry I’ve missed it till now, but what a delight it was to catch up! Thank you for always sharing such beauty!
I love this one. I depend a lot on faith!
Your work is absolutely beautiful!
*GASP* This is GORGEOUS!! Love how you used the Nestie dies to cut and emboss that beautiful frame.
Becca,
Your card is absolutely gorgeous. I love the pearls on the buttons, would never have thought of that. The paper you used is beautiful and looks so nice together. I am always in awe of the beauty of your work and know that you truly must be an Angel from above. Thank you for showing us a new way to use our nesties. I always know that I will be able to learn something new everytime I look at your stunning creations. Thanks again, don’t ever stop! We would miss you and your beautiful spirit so much.
So very lovely, as usual.
Jennifer
Becca….each time I come to your blog I am blown away! Your love of our Father shows, just by the time and effort you put into your cards! What a beautiful way to show your loving/giving spirit. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Hugs….
Stunningly GORGEOUS!!! I love it!
Love the pearl treatment on the buttons! Really nice!
Another great card but this time. you inspired me in
a different direction! An idea for something using just
a part of one of your treatments. Thanks!
And, again, thank you so much for making the time to
share your creative genius with us on your blog! You
are an inspiration!
Hi Becca… I just love your blogsite! Each time I open it, I am blessed by your talent and your sharing. God Bless You immensely for always sharing your work and inspiring us. You have been given a wonderful eye for beauty, heart for giving, and hands for creating. Letty
Good evening, Becca- another beautiful, elegant card. I have just recently ordered these nestabilities so can’t wait for them to arrive. Your cards are therefore a wonderful source of inspiration- so thank you for sharing.
Hi Becca,
That is an absolutely beautiful card right down to the colors and all.
I love those scriptural sayings and must buy a set for myself.
Keep on inspiriing us all. You do such neat work.
another FABULOUSLY gorgeous creation. Sigh, you are so my hero.
Yes, you are my HEROINE and I too have this in my hoard……too pretty to use….not. Love this. I will have to check my Wizard as I don’t remember getting a magnetic sheet. Thank you for making my day….nearly every day!
Very elegant, as always. Your cards always have a very professional and clean look. Keep them coming girlfriend!
Oh my…Gorgeous…as always!!!
Faith! that is what life is all about Faith! You have out done yourself again as always, what a beautiful cards. How do you did it?
Oh Becca, As soon as today’s card popped up on my screen, my first thought was, “Oh My Goodness…..Becca has been CURED!” I recognize that paper as some that has “hoardability” written all over it. Keep up the good work!! Maybe we can “cure” this disease. I know,…….maybe we could start a “paper” ribbon campaign……..Well, I guess that wouldn’t work because to make our ribbons look good enough to wear, we would have to use our BasicGrey, Cosmo Cricket, Little Yellow Bicycle, K & Co., and on and on…….so you KNOW that is not going to happen!! Oh Well, lead us on, we can only do our best!! Linda S. in NE
Hi Becca
Beautiful card as usual, love your talent. Hugs
Hi Becca, absolutely gorgeous card as usual, the sentiment certainly gives us something to think about especially after Sundays Posting!!!
Marion UK
Take all the above compliments & double it!!
Hello Becca
I must tell you it makes my day to visit your site, it’s encouraging and uplifting to my spirit. I check it almost daily during lunch. Keep up the awesome work and thank for the ideas and tutorials. Go Becca!!!!
Miss G, In TX
Stunning Becca, love your soft colors.
Becca, this is a beautiful card! I do love the way you used Spellbinders to showcase the sentiment. And I love your papers. Great job :)
Love your card and that sentiment! How beautiful it all came together.
WOW! WOW! WOWEE! That is GORGEOUS! GORGEOUS!!! I am SO borrowing that idea!! :) hee hee
Hope that you have a wonderful weekend, Becca!!!!
Wowy Becca, yet another gorgeous creation! Love the paper {*wink*} and how you used the Nesties!! =)
HI Becca, What a beautiful card, as always! You show us so many ways to use the tools we have. What a talent, what an inspiration you are! Thanks for sharing! Blessings!
Becca,
Wow! So pretty, and what a creative idea in how you used the spellbinders dies. I love everything about it. Gorgeous.
Lisa A.
This is a beautiful card. you are very creative with the spellbinders as always.
Regina
Exquisite as always Becca. Thanks for letting us in on your ribbon “trick”. It may have lessened the mystique but it got me thinking maybe I could be less ribbon challenged than usual :D.
Had a composition thought. Did you try placing the half pearls on a diagonal in the corner to mimic the slant of the frame? Just curious if it didn’t look as good as it seems to in my mind when I think about that type of placement.
Hugs and blessings and thanks for sharing sister stamper! – Jean
I love how you used the die cuts, it really showcased your wonderful saying. Also, love how you put the pearls inside of the buttons, nice touch!
Congrats on being published Becca! And as always, beautiful, beautiful card.
Barb
so excited about your news. I saw it in the magazine and thought, Thats Beca’s. Love, Love your blog, first one that I go to everyday. Thanks, Merrily
Lovely card Becca! Beautiful ribbon and pearls to go with an inspiring sentiment!
Another stunning card! That’s one of my favorite quotes. I seem to be the only one who doesn’t understand the use of the nesties. I’m the kind that needs to see and hold to understand! I’m curious how the embossing works on doubles. Please clarify for someone who is so concrete! Thanks for all your sharing.
Beautiful! You are always thinking outside the box!
neat idea with the framing, so pretty!
Seriously…another AMAZING creation! I really wish I was your next door neighbor so I could come and take crafting lessons from you! Your work is always so STUNNING Becca!
Have a great weekend hun!
Hugs~ Kim
Oh..wow!! Gorgeous!!
Wonderful card my dear and the sentiment is very nice.
love it love it , tfs. and blessing me with your talent. i thourouly enjoy it.
kay
Just saw this Becca….I am slow answering my emails lately sorry…it is magnificent…love all your choices with this card. GREAT JOB!!!!!!!!
Becca all I can say is I want to be you. You have amazing talent and I love your blog. Keep them coming.