 
Sweet friends, I promise that I’m going to set aside this die after this card goes out. After a week of using Spellbinders Gate Element, I can’t tell you how many times I cut that one die. When I was finished with the series, I probably had 30 diecuts left over. It just so happens that after going to CHA, I have a number of Thank You cards to get into the mail. I know myself too well and if I hold out and make unique cards, it will take me forever. If I go ahead and make similar cards, I can get it done pretty quickly. With the leftover diecuts from this week I started playing around and came up with this design that is very similar to the Victorian Fans I’ve made over the years and the latest I made HERE and the folded flower I made back in 2010, HERE. They were my inspiration for a simple two diecut thank you card using eight of the die cut leftovers. Each die cut was folded in the center the each side folded to the center again – essentially into quarters. I stapled the end of each piece then hot glued them to a small circle in the center. For the tag I used Spellbinders Back to Basic Tags.
The card measures 5″ x 7″ and is being sent in the clear box so I won’t have to worry about the filigree getting crushed. I have a several more to make, and to keep things easy, they will all be a variation of this design. No worries about the clear box, HERE is the last card I sent that way and it arrived in pristine condition!
| CRAFT SUPPLIES I USED |
Stamps: Wordsworth – Everyday Greetings
Craft Paper: Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White – Smooth, PTI – Sweet Blush, Digital Paper from my stash
Ink: Hampton Arts – Pink
Accessories: Spellbinders Gate Element, Spellbinders Back to Basic Tags, The Paper Source Cream Satin Ribbon, Lace, button |
Thanks for your never ending encouragement this week. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed getting crafty and hope that if you found anything useful in my work this week, that you’ll put it to good use. Sending you blessings, as always!
Question Parking Lot:
Many of you asked where I get my clear boxes. The answer is I have a large steel rule die that cuts those boxes and I buy the acetate in bulk – I have had it for years and years and made that purchase because my bulk use of the boxes made it make sense. The clear plastic I’m using is quite heavy .02″ in thickness. Here are two options that are much more cost effective than the acetate I’ve been using:
Amazon.com – minimum quantity is 10 – these are clear top only but will give the same result
Clearbags.com – minimum quantity is 25 – these all clear
I’ve heard people use the latter for sending through USPS with no problem, but in all honestly I’ve not used this brand myself. Hold on tight though, I’ll message clearbags and ask for a sample and will let you know the result. I’ve seen their brand on many of the Papercrafting/Stamping Online stores.
Good morning sweet friends! Today is the final day of the series One Box, Three Occasions; the occasion I chose to highlight today is a Birthday. Well, not just a birthday, a birthday for a little, little girl. I had to do it! So often I pull something from my stash for my little friends but today I decided I would make a custom box (not what it appears to be) that is definitely for a wee one and designed to hopefully bring a smile. At first glance todays samples seem much like yesterdays – I created a soft pink card using Spellbinders Antique Corner (cut four times) and built up with Spellbinders Labels Thirty Nine followed by Spellbinders Fleur de Elegance and finally JustRite Vintage Labels Seven. A tad on the elegant side but this card was 30 minutes from start to finish and is easy, classic layers. The finished card size is 5-1/2″ square. If you are intrigued as I am with boxes and want to know how to make the original box – instructions can be found on this post: https://www.amazingpapergrace.com/one-box-three-occasions-day-1/
I decided to go easy on the embellishments; I know I wouldn’t have any problem mailing this out! The silk bow and ribbon roses compress quite a bit to a flat profile although I never have a problem with the larger bows and flowers I use (creative packing :-)).
If you look closely, my box looks different. It is :-) It’s made from mat board and it has a single thickness lid that I fashioned by scoring. The box is 2-1/4″ square and 5″ tall. Today I used Spellbinders Gate Elementt as a border and attached it directly to the box instead of the lid.
Then the magic happens when the lid comes off, yikes – an explosion box with a little ballerina inside :-) The ballerina is Spellbinders Tiny Dancers
Spellbinders Labels Twenty Seven works “perfectly” as the four way hinge on the inside bottom to make the explosion box. I simply scored Labels Twenty Seven on each of four sides, applied glue above the score line and attached to four matboard panels which were covered on front and back with design paper. When I lift all of the four panels, their hinge brings them vertically into a box that can be capped with a simple top. I decorated by gluing the gate element on the front and wrapping it around to the inside. If you are feeling adventurous and want to try an explosion box, there’s an excellent resource HERE. I cut the 2 tiny dancers from a cereal box weight chipboard because I wanted a sturdy base. Then I cut again from cardstock and glued over the chipboard. I added lace as the skirt, ribbon as a top and a band of gold for a crown then glued the two sets of girls back to back so they look good from every angle. Lastly I used Spellbinders Ribbon Banners to add Happy Birthday to the base of the box.
| CRAFT SUPPLIES I USED |
Stamps: Wordsworth – Birthday
Craft Paper: Neenah Classic Crest Natural White – Smooth 80 lb,PTI Sweet Blush, K & Company – SW Floral Mat Pad
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black
Accessories: Spellbinders Labels Twenty Seven, Spellbinders Antique Corner, Spellbinders Labels Thirty Nine, Spellbinders Fleur de Elegance, JustRite Vintage Labels Seven, Spellbinders Gate Element, Spellbinders Ribbon Banners, Spellbinders Tiny Dancers, May Arts Silk Ribbon, Want2Scrap Pearls, Glossy Accents for adhesive, matboard, Offray Ribbon Roses, lace, Recollection Pearls |
I’ve enjoyed each remake of the filigree box :-) I did the series because I couldn’t choose just one and I thought the options were interesting. One more card coming with the Gate Element die and then back up on the shelf it goes – it kept me occupied this week and I hope it gives you some ideas of what you can do with it!
Question Parking Lot:
Elaine Johnson on comment #3 asked me when the Tiny Dancer dies would be available. They look to be available right now in the Spellbinders store – I clicked on them and they were placed in my cart :-). I think what was not available were measurements because these two figures would be difficult to measure or the measurement has not been loaded yet.
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An awesome card here too sweet friend, and thanks sooo much for the uplifting sentiments here in the end too. They must sure be a nice sight first thing every morning and lovely to boost your selfestime every day.
Thanks sooo much for sharing them here with us too. I love both the card and the sentiments as well.
Have a wonderful week ahead now.
Your card is absolutely beautiful Becca!
Thank you for the inspiring words, I will try and remember them. We have so much to be thankful for but sometimes forget. There are so many horrible things happening in this world that some days it is hard to be cheerful. Family life is important to me and I hope this year will be a happy one, especially for you and all your followers. Love Helen
VERY BEAUTIFUL BECCA, card & writing. God is good to give us what we need, when we need it. BLESSING DEAR LADY! ;)
Gorgeous card Becca! Totally love how spiritual you are and how you remind us that God is everything!
Hugs,
Jo
xox
Thanks for the great sentiment and for sharing the beautiful card. Your cards are always stunning! Do you ever have any that you get stuck on or thrown out cause they didn’t work out just right??
Oh Becca, my day isn’t complete unless I’ve checked your blog and felt the love both in your writing and in the love you put into each of your card/project creations!
You are an Amazing person, I thank you for sharing and opening your world on this blog for us to learn, create and feel inspired both physically and creatively.
May Gods Grace continue to be upon you.
This is gorgeous Becca. I really like it
Thank you Becca again for a lovely card and a great message. I too am a homebody and I am perfectly happy about it! Have a great day and I look forward to more cards…
Same to you! Your cards inspire me and makes me feel good inside and out. Thanks
What a sweet and needed saying Becca. Thank you so much for sharing.. Even though we don’t know each other personally, I feel through your blog, Facebook, sharing, emails etc. that we are friends. Thank you sweet lady!
What a wondertful thought to begin each day.Thank you.
Beautiful. You are an inspiration.
Thank you!!!
Debra
Becca – Your card is so lovely. Thanks for always sharing your wonderful talent. You are such an inspiration.
Hi Becca,
Wow! Stunning! Love the use of dies you have used, I find it amazing how you always add two or three die cuts together on the front of a card and they all go together so well. Beautiful creation.
Love the calender on your desk too.
Love & Hugs
Jacquie J xxx
Becca, we might never meet in person but, through the wonders of technology, we are able to touch people far and wide. You are such an inspiration and your cards are so incredibly beautiful. You reach each one of us every day through your kindness and generosity, you teach, you challenge, you inspire.
So thank you, dear lady, for sharing your amazing talent and creativity with us every day.
The words on this calendar page are beautiful, we should think that way always.
Hugs.
Maria.
Becca. You do such beautiful work. Spellbinders much be so happy to have you on their team. Each and every post I think you can’t do anything more beautiful than the last and of course you do. It is always a treat to see your email. Thank you so very much.
Wonderful card.
The combination of dies is so delicate & beautiful, Becca, as is that inspirational calendar page you have shared with us!
Such a beautiful card. And thank you for the inspiring words.
Hugs
Anne (UK) x
You should make a stamp out of that beautiful saying!
I love that sentiment Becca, just beautiful, as is your card. Also love the the inspiring words.
Love the card, especially love the post…and I’m thinking you should (nudge nudge nudge gentle shove) send that last saying to Suzanne at Quietfire – I see her calligraphy alllll over this one…NUDGE :)
I work from home, and during the day, my community here is the dog and the cat – who is usually off sleeping someplace. I know the power of words through the pixels – be assured yours come this way as well.
Blessings –
Joni
Love the sentiment! Will add it to my journal of sayings. Kind of reminds me of the words the maid in “The Help” said to her young charge. ??
I am loving this die! I guess frequently using it on the blog helps cement it in our minds, Lol! I can see where it would be a favorite die to use.
Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful creations!
Amazing thought!!! Thanks Becca! Beautiful card…as always!!!!!!!!
Paper Hugs,
Jan
What a beautiful, beautiful post. Your card is beautiful, your words are beautiful, your heart is beautiful. It is a blessing to come to your blog and be refreshed with all of this beauty.
Another beautiful card Becca love the sentiment you have used xx
I’m sorry I do not take the time to comment on each of your posts. You are so gracious to share all of your wonderful creations and give us instructions to make our own. Thank you so much for that. I will try to remember to take the time to comment on each post.
Gorgeous card, Thanks for sharing!
Time and again you amaze us with your cards and projects. I have run out of words to put into these comments after so many years of following you. I sound like a broken record so I don’t always comment each and every time anymore. But, be assured that I never miss one of your posts. I adore your work. I just love all of these new Victorian dies that Spellbinder has bestowed upon us this last release. They are gorgeous. They are so you. Did you have anything to do with them??????
Hugs,
Marcie
Becca, I enjoy reading your blogs from here in Australia. I am always so amazed at the wonderful work you share with us. Each one displays your love & peace which you have. Our wonderful Lord has truly given you a talent…keep sharing.
Beautiful!!!!!!!!
Great card. sharing the end of your post with my daughter the teacher..to pull out when she is tired.
Hi Becca, once again another beautiful card. I just love the cream and white combo. Thank you for the inspiring words from your calender that are so encouraging just at a time when I need it. I will have to write them down so I won’t forget them. Have a wonderful day
I too look forward to your emails just too see what beautiful card you made and to read your post. You are an angel and an inspiration.
Hi Becca,
Things have been very hectic so I’ve ony just now got round to looking at your last three blogs…………….All of which have been absolutely gorgeous and inspiring.
And here’s a quote in a book that a friend gave me:
“I wish you the beauty of silence, the glory of sunlight, the mystery of darkness, the power of water, the quiet strength of the earth, the love tht lies at the very root of things”.
It is such a beautiful sentiment…………. uplifts me every time (as do all of the quotes in that book.
Hugs, Rose
Oh rats, two typos – hope you can forgive, but I’m sure it doesn’t detract from the quote.
Beautiful card and wonderful quote.
What a gorgeous card. I have been feeling a little bit down today, visiting “Amazing Paper Grace” helped to comfort. Thanks for graciously sharing your awe inspiring cards and ideas.
Cindy
I comment because your work moves me to do so. Your craft has such beauty it is truly a gift from God. You are blessed, and you graciously share your blessing with us. Thank you! This card is gorgeous, and the quote is uplifting. I will print it out so I can read it often.
Another lovely creation as always – great sentiment – thanks for sharing
Hi Becca. It is so good to hear that you are in a good place, both mentally and physically now, You do so deserve to be content : )
This is a beautiful card, very delicate. The die cuts are gorgeous aren’t they.
I love your calendar, very inspiring : ) Take care.
Hi Becca. Another absolutely stunning card! Love your calendar sentiment too :-) Hugs xxx
Hello Becca
I comment because I need to tell you how beautiful your work is, and to thank you for the inspiration you send out !
I have todays Dies, but would never had thought of putting them together like you have!
Love the sentiment at the end of the blog……. so thought provoking!
take care Becca
Love Marg
Hi Becca super card and just to say l can,t stop making the boxes they are great you are so clever hugs linda
Hi Becca, love the inspiration you have given us. I look forward to your blog posts so I can enjoy the lovely cards and other projects you show us. You have truly been an inspiration to me and have inspired many a Spellbinders purchase. I just received the Arched Elegance and Swiss Pocket bundle from C and C on Saturday and have been playing around with it a little. It’s a great set and one that I am sure I will use over and over again. Looking forward to more releases from you.
Exquisite card Becca, thank you.
Lynne x
Good morning Becca,
Beautiful card from a beautiful lady. I love the sentiment, and also the quote on your calendar. Thank you xx
A thankyou to you Becca also, for all your beautiful designs, and your positive attitude that inspires me
I am always inspired when I see you have a new post and today’s was one I really needed. My life situation has taken a turn for the worst and I was in despair but after looking at your beautiful design and reading your calendar quote I find myself in awe. That someone who has gone through so much and has shared so much and received so much still has the compassion and humility to be greatful in such an outward way. Your site name “Amazing Grace” takes on a whole new meaning for me today. May he continue to use you to inspire all who cross your path.
With much gratitude.
Xxxxxxxxx
Dee
As impressive as your card is today, it is the thought from your calendar that grabbed my attention. I’m making a copy of it and taking it to my Bible study and will be sure to give you the credit for passing it on to others. Again you made my day, Becca. Many thanks.
Thanks for providing such wonderful inspiration. I hope you know how much we appreciate it. I agree with you. Its wonderful to feel content and comfortable in your own home.
Thank you for the words of encouragement you shared. This is another beautiful card. I am now ready to start my day.
Beautiful framing in the card, and what a great thing to lift you up every morning!
What a beautiful card!! The dies you used are all on my wish list!!! LOVE the sentiment also! TFS!
There isn’t much more that I can say that hasn’t already been said ! So I will just say …..All of the above comments go into this one’s comment.! ! !….WE ARE SO GRATEFUL AND THANKFUL TO HAVE BECCA IN OUR LIVES.
God’s Blessing to you, dear Becca!
Such an uplifting post Becca, your card is wonderful, love the words, I really enjoy popping over to your blog because I always look forward to feasting my eyes on all your beautiful creations x x x
Absolutely delightful love the words too
Margaret corgi owner
Hi Becca, A stunning card, beautiful colours and a fabulous sentiment.
I’ve just seen yesterday’s card, and that is stunning too. I always love your projects.
Lots of love from Patricia xx
Glorious indeed!
Becca, That is a beautiful card, and the love the words on your calendar, something nice to read when you need it. Bless you heeps
Sweet Becca,
I am not the best commenter in the world but I PROMISE I look at all your blog posts and videos. I am even checking out old post and watching old videos. I love what you have done with the boxes and plan on trying this myself. Your work is so inspiring AND I CAN NOT WAIT TO PURCHASE SOME OF YOUR DIES. I always knew you would be famous one day and here it is!! When I told my new Texas crafting friends they were very envious that we are old friends. Keep up the awesomel crafting so I can learn some fabulous ideas. Love the passage I will read it every day and think of you.
Kay
Sweet Becca,
I am not the best commenter in the world but I PROMISE I look at all your blog posts and videos. I am even checking out old post and watching old videos. I love what you have done with the boxes and plan on trying this myself. Your work is so inspiring AND I CAN NOT WAIT TO PURCHASE SOME OF YOUR DIES. I always knew you would be famous one day and here it is!! When I told my new Texas crafting friends they were very envious that we are old friends. Keep up the awesomel crafting so I can learn some fabulous ideas. Love the passage I will read it every day and think of you.
Kay
Breath taking! I can’t wait until these dies are released they are on my buy list.
Thank you so much for sharing with all of us!
It’s like having a friend close by to inspire us and teach us so much .
You are a very special person in many ways take care XX
Gorgeous card Becca!
Your cards and boxes are amazing and you are such an inspiration. I visit your blog everyday and I am never disappointed!!!
I know just what you mean, Becca. Real or imagined, this electronic world provides us with so much support. I choose to see it as a real connection between hearts and minds that we are blessed to have at the touch of a few buttons. I never realized how many people were visiting my site until I checked the stats quite by accident one day. Only a small portion of them commented so I had no idea how many there were. It was a small joy to learn that. Hopefully, you see the numbers of us who visit consistently but only comment occasionally, too. Additionally, I have been following you for about 5 years and have seen every post; went all the way back to the very beginning to see what I had missed and then check out every new post. I still struggle to see things the way you do that makes your creations so fabulous. There is a rare vision for these things in your mind and it is a special creative gift that can only be partially duplicated with great effort by those who don’t have it. Create on, lovely lady.
Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us. I can’t thank you enough for the encouraging words at the end of this post. They really lifted me up. You are such an inspiration.