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Sweet blog friends, happy new week!!  I haven’t had a chance to make a card for a couple of days;  I’m on the road taking care of some family business so I don’t have all of the craft room conveniences, as you can tell from my natural daylight pictures (phew, that was a learning curve at dawn).  I finished off a card I started at home and wanted to share ;-).   Are your eyes still twinkling after seeing the peeks and reveal of all the new Spellbinders??  Well, me too!!    Today I have a layered and jeweled card to show.  It’s made using Spellbinders ™ Elegant Labels Four.  It fit like a glove with two of the new CHA sets from JustRite Papercrafts; I used the Garden Gate Background which I stamped on the uppermost layer before die cutting.  Then I also used Buntings and Banners for the tags.  

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My sentiment is cut using Spellbinders™ Fancy Framed Tags Two.  The tiny tag is just the cutest ever – it’s Spellbinders™Charmed I’m Sure.  I love the flexibility of this type of card, I can easily switch out my tiny little tag to direct this to another endeared family member or friend!

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Because the card is so see through I decided to add design paper to the inside so that it peeks out a tad when the card is closed – just enough to make you curious :-) 

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: JustRite Papercrafts – Garden Gate Background, Buntings and Banners
Paper: Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White. K & Company
Ink: Amuse – Blush, Brushed Corduroy Distress Ink
Accessories: Spellbinders ™ Elegant Labels Four, Spellbinders™Charmed I’m Sure, Spellbinders™ Fancy Framed Tags Two, May Arts Silk Ribbon, lace, Recollections Half Pearl Stickers, Bow Maker

Sending sweet blessings!!  

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  • Rebekka RJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:05 am

    OH wow…This is just elegant, loving the pink.ReplyCancel

  • lisa808January 21, 2013 - 9:20 am

    Gorgeous!!!ReplyCancel

  • Patricia HuberJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:22 am

    Pink again! I love it.ReplyCancel

  • Amy A.January 21, 2013 - 9:29 am

    Such elegance Becca!! Its an absolutely gorgeous card.ReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:29 am

    So Beautiful!!!ReplyCancel

  • MartiJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:31 am

    All I can say is WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • PatSJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:33 am

    OMG how gorgeous, one of your best yet! Love the “see through”. I can’t wait to get my hands on some of these new Spellbinders, I think they have out done themselves….you, too.ReplyCancel

  • christiJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:36 am

    I love all the bling and layers and pretties. this is such a gorgeous card. safe travels.ReplyCancel

  • Francie in MontrealJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:43 am

    I am speechless. This is the most lovely, feminine, delicate card ever and has just risen to the top of my Becca favourites list. It has everything I love in a card – the intricate see-through dies, the bling, the shape, it’s pink and of course the Becca bow and ribbon. Who could ask for more!ReplyCancel

  • EileenJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:47 am

    Well done yet again Becca….this is a winner! So feminine and stylish, elegant and soft at the same time……just stunning! Thanks for sharing with us.

    LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • Eileen L.January 21, 2013 - 9:52 am

    Beautiful…just beautiful. Love pink. Your bows are gorgeous. This die is a must have.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:55 am

    OH SO LOVELY BECCA!!!!!!!!!!!! :) Safe travels!!!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Diana E. BishopJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:57 am

    As everyone else….I loved this card ! Absolutely beautiful and Thanks so much for sharing. Have a wonderful Day !
    Blessings…DianeReplyCancel

  • Gretchen WilsonJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:58 am

    This is so very dainty, I just love the lacey effect.ReplyCancel

  • Diana G. StewartJanuary 21, 2013 - 9:58 am

    Becca, This card is just flat out gorgeous! I think this will be one of the favorite cards I have ever seen. Thank you for your effort. Be safe as you travel.ReplyCancel

  • CaroleJanuary 21, 2013 - 10:10 am

    Just breath taking! Thank you. I hope your home and life returns to “normal” for you soon! Just remember to take time for your self. God did give us a day of rest………..ReplyCancel

  • Kathy BJanuary 21, 2013 - 10:36 am

    OH.MY.GOODNESS!!! This is such a lovely card, I had to stop and study it for awhile…gorgeous!! This along with the other Spellbinders sneak-peeks is definitely making my eyes sparkle :D Have a great week.ReplyCancel

  • carolenJanuary 21, 2013 - 10:39 am

    Elegant!ReplyCancel

  • yvonne tuneJanuary 21, 2013 - 10:42 am

    Hi Becca, that is just so pretty, I love it, I think that set of dies will have too be my latest purchase,
    take care
    God bless
    YvonneReplyCancel

  • AnnieJanuary 21, 2013 - 10:50 am

    Becca, this card is so beautiful, I didn’t even notice the bling on it at first. My eyes were drawn to the intricate designs created by the dies. Your mom is going to love it, as I’m certain she does all of your cards. I’m actually running out of adjectives to describe your awesome work.

    Hugs, AnniebeeReplyCancel

  • June SmithJanuary 21, 2013 - 11:10 am

    This card is absolutely amazing, I love it. xxxReplyCancel

  • Ann RobbinsJanuary 21, 2013 - 12:10 pm

    So very elegant! You keep ceasing to “amaze” me, darlin’! Be safe!
    Hugs
    Mstgane
    AnnReplyCancel

  • conniecrafterJanuary 21, 2013 - 12:15 pm

    Oh my it is just goregous, so delicate and elegant, lovely paper for the inside too! Lovely gem with the tag and lovely layering of the dies!ReplyCancel

  • DebbieJanuary 21, 2013 - 12:21 pm

    Becca, this is so frustrating because I want this spellbinders die NOW! LOL It’s so hard to wait and then you forget the project! I love your card and you can us it for so many different occasions! Spellbinders did a great job with this die! Thank you…ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJanuary 21, 2013 - 12:31 pm

    Beautiful card Becca. I love the pink.ReplyCancel

  • MaryannJanuary 21, 2013 - 1:20 pm

    WAUW this is so gorgeous Becca, absolutely wonderful creation. I just so love it.ReplyCancel

  • PatJanuary 21, 2013 - 1:50 pm

    oh this is so beautiful thanks for shareingReplyCancel

  • Julia BickleJanuary 21, 2013 - 1:53 pm

    Always “amazing” Becca! Spellbinder dies make the most beautiful cards and scrapbook accents! PS I have your bowmaker and just love it! Everyone always asks me, “How did you make that bow so perfect?” I just wink and tell them it’s my little secret!ReplyCancel

  • LisaJanuary 21, 2013 - 2:11 pm

    Just gorgeous Becca!!ReplyCancel

  • colleen hJanuary 21, 2013 - 2:20 pm

    beautiful, and yes I missed seeing a card from you over the last couple of days. I look forward to them wish you had one everyday!! safe trip on your travelsReplyCancel

  • CynthiaJanuary 21, 2013 - 2:35 pm

    Becca,
    This is an absolutely fabulous card! I love your work! Now, to my art studio to create! You inspire me. ~CynthiaReplyCancel

  • ava gJanuary 21, 2013 - 2:39 pm

    such a gorgeous creation. love the soft texture feel to the card. lovely
    ava gReplyCancel

  • PamelaJanuary 21, 2013 - 3:18 pm

    Just so darn cute Becca!!!!! Very Elegant!!!!ReplyCancel

  • ChristineJanuary 21, 2013 - 3:53 pm

    Oh, my, Becca, I love the pink lacy goodness of this card! Everything about it is just gorgeous. Thanks so much for sharing and be safe while away!ReplyCancel

  • Kelly LJanuary 21, 2013 - 4:22 pm

    Beautifully done, Becca! Your lighting was still super, and the pretty pinks are stunning! Safe travels! Hugs, KellyReplyCancel

  • FrancineJanuary 21, 2013 - 4:28 pm

    This is so adorable!
    Beautifull!
    Merci!ReplyCancel

  • Julie RaeJanuary 21, 2013 - 4:55 pm

    Becca, another gorgeous card! Friends in my card club are just hammered by the detail, the layers and overall beauty of your work. You are amazing. Happy travels!ReplyCancel

  • DianneJanuary 21, 2013 - 5:16 pm

    Wow stunning card love it..ReplyCancel

  • Cyndy RogersJanuary 21, 2013 - 5:27 pm

    Another scrupmtious card!!!!

    I will also say that I come visit your site often and just adore your work. You provide wonderful inspiration and have expanded my own creativity. I love seeing the variety of ways to use my dies.

    While I don’t comment very often, I thought you might like to know you can count another admirer out here in cyber space!ReplyCancel

  • ChelseaJanuary 21, 2013 - 6:39 pm

    Have mercy, that’s a beautiful card! I can’t quit looking at it! I don’t know how you do it, but you continue to amaze and inspire me, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Trudi HuttonJanuary 21, 2013 - 6:53 pm

    That card is so beautiful! Your color sense and talent for putting dies together is spot on gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • LageneJanuary 21, 2013 - 7:00 pm

    SO ELEGANT and Gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • RobinJanuary 21, 2013 - 7:24 pm

    This is an incredibly beautiful card!ReplyCancel

  • amishaJanuary 22, 2013 - 12:00 am

    its a vry vry awesome card….it looks angelicReplyCancel

  • Joyce AndersonJanuary 22, 2013 - 12:41 am

    Amazingly BEAUTIFUL…so Delicate -yet, blushingly pink..honoring
    the Mother.

    Thank You,
    JoyceReplyCancel

  • Dorina DJanuary 22, 2013 - 1:03 am

    Gorgeous and elegant. Love the dies usedReplyCancel

  • NikkiJanuary 22, 2013 - 2:28 am

    So gorgeously pretty and elegant…. I managed to purchase the brilliant new spellbinder dies from C&C tv here in the uk! I just can’t wait to use them! xReplyCancel

  • Pearl LiuJanuary 22, 2013 - 3:09 am

    Hi Becca

    Loving yr creations more than ever!

    I’m writing from Sunny Sngapore and because of you, I’m gonna take my card making to the Spellbinder level when I return to crafting soon.

    Can you advise which is the best machine to use Spellbinder dies with?
    I do have a Cuttlebug but don’t mind having a new machine.

    Looking forward to yr reply!

    Thank you so much.

    PearlReplyCancel

  • EllenJanuary 22, 2013 - 3:46 am

    Hi Becca,

    I love your cards and creations. I always look at your blog. It’s amazing wath i see…….i love it. So happy with the tutorials. Thanks for share.

    Grtz, EllenReplyCancel

  • JeannieJanuary 22, 2013 - 8:08 am

    Oh Becca, this is so beautiful, wish I had all those dies so I could case it :)ReplyCancel

  • JeanJanuary 22, 2013 - 11:08 am

    ….simply wow! Wow – beautiful and wow, – what an imagination, as always, thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • kathy/NorthCarolinaJanuary 22, 2013 - 3:46 pm

    Becca…this is just gorgeous! I love how lacy and delicate it is. Love all the white combined with that soft, soft pink ! You really are a wonder!ReplyCancel

  • DebraK in FLJanuary 22, 2013 - 7:38 pm

    Very beautiful and elegant–love it a lot!ReplyCancel

  • teeJanuary 23, 2013 - 2:35 am

    gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • Cathy AJanuary 23, 2013 - 6:15 am

    This is so delicate and feminine.ReplyCancel

  • Charlotte ZweigoronJanuary 23, 2013 - 7:52 am

    I’ve gotten a little behind on checking my email so I’m just seeing this beauty! I will be receiving this die as soon as they ship to my seller and can’t wait to do a card like this. It is amazing!! One question: How did you get the front and back pieces of the card together? The edge of the die cut looks very thin and my brain is just not giving me a solution! I know you have figured out a way to do this that will seem amazingly simple…. will you share?ReplyCancel

  • Bert RiveraJanuary 23, 2013 - 9:50 am

    So elegant! Always love your art.ReplyCancel

  • JeriJanuary 26, 2013 - 11:18 am

    I love your work. The most recent cards are over the top!ReplyCancel

  • Deborah ArtliffJanuary 29, 2013 - 12:43 am

    Morning becca i love this card any mom would would love to recieve this card. My mum would have loved this card but mum passes away 8 weeks ago so im going to miss out making mums cards
    Take care

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  • KathyJanuary 31, 2013 - 5:42 pm

    I hate to sound like a broken record, but this is gorgeous!!!ReplyCancel

  • Anusha VamseeFebruary 4, 2013 - 6:00 am

    Awesome cards.. Ur work is so much inspirational..ReplyCancel

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Serenity Card - Amazing Paper Grace
Greetings blog friends, I truly hope you are having a wonderful week!!  Today I took time to make a card for my sweet daughter who is going through a challenging time.  Ever the optimist, for the first time I see her in a different light as she struggles to get on top of some of the obstacles that life often places in front of us.  She one of the most level headed, tell-it-like-it-is, cut-and-dry people that I know, but we all know how easy it is give advice to others than it is to look inward and know what to do with our own dilemmas.  Even with grown kids I feel like the mom running after the youngster on their first attempt without the training wheels.  I guess that never stops.  I’m good to stand back and not look alarmed; it makes me feel like I’m doing something supportive to send her a card with some subtle reminders :-)

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So you know that lately I’ve been gushing about digital papers; this one came to me just in the nick of time.  I found a new site (OScraps) that I simply love and this Serenity Paper was one of the projects – I know I’ll use this a lot!!  I printed it out but changed the colors of the filled in “o’s” so that they are all the same color.   The Gingham Paper also comes from the same site.   I know that some of you don’t like digital, but my craft budget this year calls for drastic measures, lol.  Starting with a 6″ x 6″ base I layered on the gingham paper followed by a layer with the serenity paper cut with Spellbinders™ Grand Squares (5″).  Once I know that I have one square layer, it’s a cinch on my paper cutter to glue then trim while keeping things neat and tidy.   I cut the new Spellbinders™ Just Swingin’ die template – it’s so whimsical it makes me smile!  I wanted to keep the cutout white, so I edged the die with my ink so that it would stand out a little bit from the background.  I tied a vertically oriented bow then added a sweet little tag from Spellbinders™ Back to Basics Tags and stamped one of the impactful words from Words of Faith.

I’m sending this to her at work in hopes it will live on her desk and give her the gentle reminder that she can’t control the world and others and that things will be all right if she surrenders what she can’t change.  Hmmmm, what was that I said about easy to give advice?  I think I’ll take some too :-)  

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Our Daily Bread Designs – Words of Faith
Paper: OScraps – 52 Inspirations Week 14 (Gingham), OScraps – 52 Inspirations Week 39 (Serenity), Coredinations – Cancun
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black, Amuse – Bermuda
Accessories:  Spellbinders™ Grand Squares (5″), Spellbinders™ Just Swingin’,  Spellbinders™ Back to Basics Tags, 

Be well!!  See you soon!!

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  • TerriJanuary 10, 2013 - 6:42 pm

    Beautiful Becca I am sure she will treasure this and it will calm her while she is at work.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJanuary 10, 2013 - 6:52 pm

    This is gorgeous Becca. I love this tree die and that paper is awesome.ReplyCancel

  • EffieJanuary 10, 2013 - 6:58 pm

    Lots of love shining thru! Very nice papers, and can’t wait to get that new die.
    Oh you enabler you :) thanks for sharing and all the best to your daughter.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJanuary 10, 2013 - 7:01 pm

    GORGEOUS CARD BECCA!!!!!!!!! I’M SURE your daughter will LOOOOOOOVE this card!!!!!! I LOOOOOOOOVE the DIE you used!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Laura Kirste CampbellJanuary 10, 2013 - 7:09 pm

    Beautiful with heartwarming love- what a special gift! She’s so blessed to have you as her mother!
    I just learned of your new announcement as a Spellbinders designer and of course your work is dreamy!! My heart swells with JOY for you my friend! Wishing you much great success!
    Sweet congratulatory HUGS!!ReplyCancel

  • Mary H.January 10, 2013 - 7:17 pm

    Beautiful, and what a wonderful way to keep your daughter reminded. And to remember Mama is still watching over her too. Yes, it IS so hard, and although we let them go, we really don’t let them go, do we? (I don’t anyway!). Thanks for the links to some good websites, and I just saw the S/B swing die ‘in person’ today in my stamp group. Really a lovely one. You did it proud. TFSReplyCancel

  • PatMJanuary 10, 2013 - 7:29 pm

    Love your card and the new Spellbinders Tree die. I’ve been admiring that new die for days and your card makes it even more inviting. Your daughter is blessed to have a caring and loving mom that STILL looks after her. Your words are so familiar as we’ve “been there, done that” and you’ve inspired me to go make a card for my daughter, too! PMReplyCancel

  • Rosie WaldtJanuary 10, 2013 - 7:31 pm

    Love, love, love your card, especially the tree die. Sad I can’t order it and get it right away. ha. The best for your daughter.ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn in E-TownJanuary 10, 2013 - 7:35 pm

    Gorgeous card. I love everything about it!! Especially your colors, ribbon, pin, ahhh heck just all of it I love, even what you wrote on your blog, yes I too need to hear my own advice too!
    Blessings to all of you!ReplyCancel

  • AnnieJanuary 10, 2013 - 7:44 pm

    What a beautiful encouragement card, Becca! I know your daughter will love adore it and the message it sends nearly as much as she loves her mom.ReplyCancel

  • AnnieJanuary 10, 2013 - 7:45 pm

    Oops! That “adore” wasn’t supposed to stay in there! I hate when I hit the enter button too quickly! LOLReplyCancel

  • LaurieWJanuary 10, 2013 - 7:47 pm

    What a beautiful card. I am sure she will love it. I love that you discovered Oscraps!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn NimmoJanuary 10, 2013 - 8:04 pm

    WOW – it will look beautiful sitting on her desk. It is difficult when our children face challenges….LOVE it.ReplyCancel

  • miluJanuary 10, 2013 - 8:05 pm

    Hey Becca!
    As a mother I know how hard to see your kids go through difficulties and just stand back and let them deal with it
    It is very hard… but praying for them is the most powerful thing a mom can do
    The card is very beautiful
    Love,
    MiluReplyCancel

  • FrancineJanuary 10, 2013 - 8:41 pm

    For a mother it is so difficult …this card is very pretty and it is so delicate for your daughter.
    MerciReplyCancel

  • DeniceJanuary 10, 2013 - 9:07 pm

    I can tell you from experience, you will never hurt more than to know your child is in pain and nothing is harder than to stand back and let them go through it knowing that is what needs to be. I am now on my round of grand children so I guess it never ends. Best advice I ever listened to….. Be Still And Know That I Am God….. : ) DeniceReplyCancel

  • Barbara BruderJanuary 10, 2013 - 9:18 pm

    Becca, What a gorgeous card. I am sure your daughter will love the message that your card sends. And a beautiful card it is!!ReplyCancel

  • ChelseaJanuary 10, 2013 - 9:19 pm

    What a charming way to express your love to your daughter! She will be thrilled to have your support in such a beautiful visual reminder. Your kids probably never throw away anything you make because seeing all of that beauty is something they would want to keep in their life for a long time!ReplyCancel

  • Vicki StegallJanuary 10, 2013 - 10:24 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • MJanuary 10, 2013 - 10:25 pm

    Amen to that! I will take that advice too. Love your card!ReplyCancel

  • CindyJanuary 10, 2013 - 10:27 pm

    What a special mother you are, Becca. Your daughter is very lucky, as I know you are too with her for a daughter. I love this card. And the way your colored the frame on the tree made it look like two different dies. Beautiful~!ReplyCancel

  • GitteJanuary 10, 2013 - 11:09 pm

    Beautiful card. Wishing all the best to your daughter.ReplyCancel

  • Billie AJanuary 10, 2013 - 11:55 pm

    I love this card, the tree is an awesome die, I love trees. Beautiful stunning card. Prayers for your daughter as she walks though the challenges of life and for you to have strength to carry her though this by just being there. Awesome card, great reminder that there is a higher power out there we just need to let go and let God. Would be a great card to frame. HugsReplyCancel

  • joyce andersonJanuary 11, 2013 - 12:18 am

    LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS CARD….SO T E N D E R !!!

    THANK YOU FOR YOUR INSPIRATIONS…
    GOD BLESS,
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  • June SmithJanuary 11, 2013 - 1:29 am

    This card is absolutely beautiful and the papers are fabulous, thank you so much for sharing it with us. It is sometimes hard being a mum but the pleasures we get from our children are memorable and last forever, we are always there for them.

    love June xReplyCancel

  • MaryannJanuary 11, 2013 - 1:34 am

    A truely gorgeous card here Becca, and I´m sure, it´ll cheer your daughter up, when she see this. It can only put her in a good mood to look at this beauty.
    I agree, it´s always sooo much easier to know, what everybody else have to do, but suddenly pretty difficult, when it´s one self, but that´s how life is too.
    Have a wonderful week-end to both of you there.ReplyCancel

  • Christine Harrop, Oxfordshire, UKJanuary 11, 2013 - 2:34 am

    This is a beautiful card which your daughter will love. I’m sure that as a parent it must be so difficult to stand by helpless when your child is suffering. In the words of the hymn by C A Gabriel “Just Keep On Praying Till Light Breaks Through” – God is there!

    By the way I love the Just Swinging die.

    Love from Christine xxReplyCancel

  • EllenJanuary 11, 2013 - 3:04 am

    what a gorgeous use of the serenity paper . I’d frame that card it’s such a good reminder to us all and great mother advice.ReplyCancel

  • Debbie ReavesJanuary 11, 2013 - 5:26 am

    This came at just the right time. My granddaughter just turned 16 and got her drivers license this week. I spent all of last year teaching her how to drive and while she is a good, careful driver, I’m a basket case. I can barely function due to worrying about her driving in our area of crazy traffic and drivers. I’ve been praying all the time about it but am struggling.
    Okay, I feel better now.
    Love this card and your sweet spirit.
    Good luck and wishes to your daughter.

    DebbieReplyCancel

  • Ann RobbinsJanuary 11, 2013 - 6:20 am

    Just a wonderful card which I know your daughter will enjoy!! We all have. My sister just bought the die you used and she will just love seeing how you used it. I have her onto you getting your blog so I am sure she will enjoy this. Good luck to you and your daughter.
    Hugs,
    Mstgane
    AnnReplyCancel

  • Nadine IllingworthJanuary 11, 2013 - 6:33 am

    Fab card love the dies. As always lovely finishes touchesReplyCancel

  • colleen hJanuary 11, 2013 - 6:54 am

    this is an amazing card I love everything about it the colors, designs, the message and etc… I am planning on getting this die from spellbinders it is one of my favorites and I will have to remake this card for sure!!!!
    YOU MAKE AMAZING CARDS, YOU ARE SO TALENTED I WISH I COULD MEET YOU IN PERSON TO SEE IF SOME OF THAT COULD RUB OFF ON TO ME!!!!! keep them comingReplyCancel

  • Jackie A.January 11, 2013 - 6:59 am

    Love the card, papers are great and the infusion of the new Spellbinder die is sooooooo clever. You are a wonderful artist!!!ReplyCancel

  • antonellaJanuary 11, 2013 - 7:38 am

    I absolutely love this card and the die!!! It is so pretty!!!
    Hugs, antonella :-)ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJanuary 11, 2013 - 7:55 am

    That is one of my favorite Bible scriptures. Thank you for your creativity!ReplyCancel

  • Dottie HarrsionJanuary 11, 2013 - 8:25 am

    This is incredible – as usual. I love the soft greens and what you did with the tree. The design as promoted in the sneak peak didn’t interest me – but you have just sold me on it!ReplyCancel

  • conniecrafterJanuary 11, 2013 - 9:08 am

    Sounds like the perfect card for her, and so lovely to put on her desk at work!ReplyCancel

  • MoniqueJanuary 11, 2013 - 9:10 am

    Gorgeous Card Becca! Who cares if you used digi papers, creativity know no boundaries, you make it beautiful! You are very talented!ReplyCancel

  • LageneJanuary 11, 2013 - 10:22 am

    Gorgeous card, I love the background paper too!ReplyCancel

  • Jean CJanuary 11, 2013 - 10:58 am

    Beautiful card. I love the background paper.ReplyCancel

  • Judy McMullenJanuary 11, 2013 - 11:08 am

    Wonderful! Inspirational! Lovely! I’m sure this card will lift your daughter’s spirits and encourage her while she faces trials. Blessings to you both!ReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 11, 2013 - 5:00 pm

    Your care and love with certainly shine through when your daughter receives your lovely card. Such a great reminder. I absolutely love this tree with the pearls. Wishing your daughter all the best.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy BJanuary 11, 2013 - 8:53 pm

    Beautiful card Becca – the colors along with the lovely tree, pearls and airy ribbon make it look so delicate.ReplyCancel

  • KelleyJanuary 12, 2013 - 1:51 am

    Wow, very cool!! That teal color looks great!ReplyCancel

  • Leigh McKeeJanuary 15, 2013 - 8:28 am

    Is the 52 Inspirations from O’Scrap the 2013 edition? I attend Celebrate Recovery and I have NEVER seen the entire Serenity Prayer in a format available for card-making/scrapping.

    I found O’Scrap but they don’t give any details about what is contained so if you could let me know if that is the right product, I will tell them you sent me.

    Blessings,
    LeighReplyCancel

  • Linda MageeJanuary 20, 2013 - 10:08 pm

    I just received my first kit and I LOVE it! I just looked at your gallery of cards and I have to tell you that you have an amazing talent. Thank you for sharing with everyone.ReplyCancel

  • KathyJanuary 31, 2013 - 5:43 pm

    Beautiful… love the colors too!ReplyCancel

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I couldn’t help but put in one more last post of the year – 2012 for a fitting send off for 2012 and a huge welcome for 2013.    Happy New Year blog friends!!   I’m looking forward with great anticipation to 2013 and all the possibilities it will yield.  Thanks so much for hanging in there with me throughout the year and all the wonderful changes that came my way.   On the same hand, you never know what’s around the corner – remember as I say, something good is always on the way!!!

In fact, something kind of cool will be going here at Midnight tomorrow night, January 1st.  Remember, it’s ‘that‘ time of year when exciting new products appear, exciting new prizes are given and other good stuff (insert knowing grin here)!  So, you’ve been tickled and hinted, be sure to come back to have a look see.  In the meantime, I’ll be back tomorrow morning with a card for a blog hop.

It’s my honor and pleasure to chat with you all every day and I’m so thankful for friends near and far!  Thanks again for a fun and stellar 2012, {{BIG HUGS}}!!

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  • Carol KoppmanJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:11 am

    HAPPY NEW YEAR, BECCA.

    Enjoy reading your newsletters. Love your cards.

    Thank You,

    A Fan
    CarolK.ReplyCancel

  • CindyKJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:19 am

    Happy New Year to YOU Becca! May 2013 bring you many happy moments and blessings from above!
    I’ll be back tomorrow night!ReplyCancel

  • AlisonJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:21 am

    And a happy healthy crafty 2013 to you too Becca.ReplyCancel

  • CaroleJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:22 am

    Happy New Year to you. Just to let you know that you are in my prayers and that I wish you health and happiness in 2013 and years to follow. Thank you for sharing your beautiful designs.ReplyCancel

  • Phyllis McKennaJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:26 am

    Happy New Year Becca! All the best to you in 2013.ReplyCancel

  • Hettie HJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:27 am

    HAPPY NEW YEAR to YOU too!ReplyCancel

  • Edna BurgessJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:35 am

    Becca, can’t wait until tomorrow to find out what’s new and exciting. Happy New Year to you too. EdnaReplyCancel

  • Jocelan PerryJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:35 am

    Becca Happy New year too you and your family. I wish you and your family all the blessings in the New Year.
    JocelanReplyCancel

  • CindyJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:36 am

    Happy New Year back at you, Becca. I have had health downfalls the last 9 months of 2012. My days brighten up when I mosey over to your Blog to see what you have dreamt up. I am never disappointed. I love all the glitz and ribbon. You are certainly my favorite card designer.
    Thanks for Sharing…
    CindyReplyCancel

  • June SchmidtJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:40 am

    Happy New Year Becca, I hope 2013 is a wonderful year for all of us and may we have lots of fun scrappin! Thanks for all the wonderful cards you do and I really am enjoying the kits so far!ReplyCancel

  • Margie FulcherJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:48 am

    Becca: Happy New Year!!! Thank you for a blog that is truly an inspiration. I just found your blog in 2012, and I have enjoyed it so much. May God richly bless you and your family in 2013.ReplyCancel

  • ChelseaJanuary 1, 2013 - 12:51 am

    Happy New Year, Becca! May God richly bless you in 2013!ReplyCancel

  • MelanieJanuary 1, 2013 - 1:16 am

    Happy new year and thanks for all the wonderfull inspiration you share with us .MelanieReplyCancel

  • CarolJanuary 1, 2013 - 1:20 am

    HAPPY NEW YEAR BECCA!!! Here’s wishing a glorious New Yew Year to each of us … one and all!

    Hugz,
    CarolReplyCancel

  • Jan CastleJanuary 1, 2013 - 1:28 am

    Wishing you a Happy and Blessed New Year Becca!
    Paper Hugs,
    Jan in Salem, OR
    P.S. If you happen to be going to CHA this year, please stop by to say Hi…would love to meet you in person – I will be working in the Cheery Lynn Designs booth!ReplyCancel

  • KathyJanuary 1, 2013 - 2:19 am

    Happy New Year! Looking forward to all the fun!ReplyCancel

  • MaggieJanuary 1, 2013 - 2:29 am

    Happy New Year to you Becca. I hope this is a great one for you.ReplyCancel

  • AmyjdJanuary 1, 2013 - 2:37 am

    Happy New Year!ReplyCancel

  • Alice IsenbartJanuary 1, 2013 - 3:31 am

    Becca, I have only recently discovered your blog and I am blown away by your creativity. I am truly inspired by your work and so appreciate the knowledge you share with us freely. Happy New Year to you and yours!ReplyCancel

  • Andrea AsherJanuary 1, 2013 - 4:08 am

    Happy New Year Becca!!
    I will be following the blog hop as I always spend New Years alone now.
    Something fun and to take you worries away for awhile.
    Can’t wait to see all the new stuff!ReplyCancel

  • Nadine IllingworthJanuary 1, 2013 - 4:08 am

    HAPPY NEW YEAR thanks for the fab cards in 2012 and looking forward to what you are going to see in 2013. xxxxReplyCancel

  • Carol SJanuary 1, 2013 - 4:15 am

    Wishing you a wonderfully exciting, happy, health, fun filled and prosperous 2013. I’m so looking forward to seeing the Kit Club projects for 2013.
    Love your blog and have been visiting most days for many years although I don’t very often comment.ReplyCancel

  • MaryannJanuary 1, 2013 - 4:34 am

    And a very HAPPY NEW YEAR to you too Becca. May all the best in life come your way here in 2013. Thank you soooo very much for all the amazing and wonderful inspiration you shared with us inhere in the past year, and I for one is so looking forward to see, what you´ll have up your sleeves for us of good things this year. You are such a big inspiration to me all the time, and I feel it has really made me a better crafter since I met you a few years back. Thanks so much for b eing YOU and do what YOU´re always doing.
    I hope that 2013 may be filled with all the joy, fun, happines and good health in the world for you ad everybody here in this wonderful crafting world.ReplyCancel

  • Judy I, St. LouisJanuary 1, 2013 - 5:22 am

    Happy New Year Becca. Thanks for all the great inspiration you’ve provided this year. I’m look forward to seeing what the New Year has in store.ReplyCancel

  • Linda R.January 1, 2013 - 6:00 am

    Happy New Year Becca!ReplyCancel

  • kathy/NorthCarolinaJanuary 1, 2013 - 6:41 am

    Happy New Year, Becca! I pray 2013 will be blessed with more good things than you can number!ReplyCancel

  • LaureenJanuary 1, 2013 - 6:48 am

    Happy New Year Becca! I pray for blessings for you in this new year and for the Lord to continue to help you through the trials we all go through from time to time in our lives. Thank you for all your wonderful ideas and your generous heart in all that you share.ReplyCancel

  • Gretchen WilsonJanuary 1, 2013 - 7:05 am

    Happy New Year Becca and may this be a bright and happy beginning of new creative idea flowing from you through the gift from God. Blessing to you and your family my friend.

    God Bless
    GretchenReplyCancel

  • JaneyJanuary 1, 2013 - 7:43 am

    Blessings to you and everyone for a peaceful and productive new year.

    hugsReplyCancel

  • Ann RobbinsJanuary 1, 2013 - 8:17 am

    Happy New Year to you Becca!
    My day is always complete when I get a blog from you. I have introduced my Sister to it and she is a “newbie” to cardmaking but gets the “high” as I do when she sees what you have produced!!!!
    May God bless your hands to continue to create and may your health in 2013 continue to be good. We hate it when you are not able to come to us each day with a new creation. God Bless.
    Hugs,
    Mstgane
    AnnReplyCancel

  • Jan MayoJanuary 1, 2013 - 11:14 am

    Happy Happy New Yew Becca, so look forward to you new creations on here,, your ideas are just beautiful and I look forward to them and use many parts of them for my own crafting ideas. Hope the New Year brings youu all you wish for..May God’s love continue to shine on you and yours, JanReplyCancel

  • Francie in MontrealJanuary 1, 2013 - 1:29 pm

    Well thank you, Becca for making 2012 a wonderful year inspite of all the challenges you faced. You are a remarkable person; strong, creative, smart, funny and sensitive. I wish you a 2013 stuffed to the brim with good health and happiness, peace and love. You deserve every morsel. Thanks again for 2012.ReplyCancel

  • LynneZJanuary 1, 2013 - 1:48 pm

    Becca – Just wanted to take a moment to wish you a very happy 2013. It has been such a joy for me to watch you spread your wings and take on new challenges. Looking forward to seeing what you have coming our way next!

    Love & Kisses

    LynneReplyCancel

  • Bobbie GonzalesJanuary 1, 2013 - 2:09 pm

    I love the use of the gold pen to add dimension and you are convincing me on using silk ribbon. Did you dye this ribbon to match?ReplyCancel

  • OmegaJanuary 1, 2013 - 3:07 pm

    Happy New Year Becca! I look foward to all your exciting and beautiful posts. I just can’t get enough. I don’t comment as often as I peek in (I’m sometimes peeking in while at work) but I love everything you create and you are such an inspiration to us. Thanks for all you do and the beautiful creations you offer for us to enjoy using. Have a wonderful year!ReplyCancel

  • deniceJanuary 1, 2013 - 4:41 pm

    I pray you and your family will be blessed this year and always. It has been a pleasure having someone to keep in touch with and to know I am not alone in the trial and struggles of this life. I only wish that I will someday be able to handle my trials and struggles with the same grace you do. Once upon a time I had the faith of a lion , and through it all, I was the rock of the family, but I am afraid I am wavering and am need of much prayer. God’s Word comforts me but my heart is heavy and tired. It has been a long and tiresome life. I pray that my zest and joy will once again surface and I can get over the saddness and weariness that has overtaken me. Thank you my friend for being an unseen ear that does not judge and a place I can express my feelings. You are blessed with more than a talent of making beautiful cards. God bless to all …… deniceReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 1, 2013 - 5:58 pm

    Happy New Year Becca! Thanks for your continued generosity of spirit, talent, and giveaways. May God bless you.ReplyCancel

  • RobinJanuary 2, 2013 - 10:46 am

    Beautiful Spellbinder Die…can’t wait to get my hands on this one. Keep up the great work and Happy New Year!ReplyCancel

  • Janet (London)January 2, 2013 - 11:14 am

    Becca

    Happy New Year!
    I just came across your designs, searching for some inspiration for my Martha Stewart punches and your designs are just beautiful and inspired me to buy some Spellbinder dies and get crafting in 2013.ReplyCancel

  • Jan KeenJanuary 2, 2013 - 2:57 pm

    Wow Becca….Down right Gorgeous!!
    happy New Year!!ReplyCancel

  • Linda GreenJanuary 2, 2013 - 4:29 pm

    total beauty in the making!!!!
    I think this is really elegant!ReplyCancel

  • Kathy BJanuary 2, 2013 - 7:14 pm

    Happy New Year, Becca!! Wishing you all the best in this new year, and looking forward to all the wonderful things you have in store for us :)ReplyCancel

  • Becky TorbettJanuary 2, 2013 - 9:54 pm

    I love your elegant graduation photo in under glass! I really need to get that die!ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie GillJanuary 3, 2013 - 5:28 pm

    I love your die and every thing you have doneReplyCancel

  • Bonnie MitchellJanuary 5, 2013 - 1:58 am

    What a super idea – love exploring all the new diesReplyCancel

  • ClaraJanuary 6, 2013 - 7:58 am

    Que trabajos tan hermosos!!!!ReplyCancel
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