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Card Making Ideas by Becca Feeken using Spellbinders Garden Weaves
Good morning sweet friends!  Thanks for stopping by and thank you so much for your kind words.  You have no idea how much you lift me up . . . as I read through comments over the past couple of days I want you to know how much you bless me.  Some days I do struggle for inspiration but once I see my friends here, that struggle melts away.  If I’ve been able to inspire you it is but a small token for all I that receive in return.  If you don’t comment, never worry about that, you bless me nonetheless.  Thus the inspiration for my card today, I hope you are blessed every day and in all you do.  I wanted a crisp clean, framed arrangement all of one color.  I hunted through my sentiment stash for God Bless You and found it among my Wordsworth stamps!

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Here’s how I made it – step by step:

Start out with a card base that measures 5-3/8″ wide – 6-1/2″ tall.  Cut a panel 4-1/4″ – 5-5/8″  and cut/emboss 2 of Spellbinders Fancy Weave – cut Fancy Weave on each long side and apply to the back of the cut panel to make a border – patch any gaps with the second Fancy Weave then apply ribbon and adhere panel to base with foam tape.  Next cut/emboss Spellbinders Matting Basics A #5 and #7 at the same time.  Cut/emboss two Spellbinders Garden Weave and adhere to the back of frame created with Matting Basics then adhere the grouping to the card base using double foam tape.  Cut/emboss small oval from Spellbinders Elegant Oval and stamp sentiment – adhere to base using a triple layer of foam tape.  

CRAFT SUPPLIES I USED 
Rubber Stamps: Wordsworth (Sentiment), Yellow Bicycle (Frame)
Craft Paper: Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White – 80 lb
Ink: Versamark, Fresh Ink – Chocolate
Accessories:  Spellbinders Fancy Weave, Spellbinders Matting Basics A, Spellbinders Garden Weave, Spellbinders Elegant Oval, gold embossing powder, May Arts Silk Ribbon, Gold Rimmed Pearl Brad (Michaels), Grand Calibur Die Cut Machine

Bless you my friends and have an awesome weekend!  I’ll see you soon!

 

Question Parking Lot

Carole Thrasher on Comment #41 asked why sometimes the link does lead to the correct item *lately*.  Carole, thank you so much for pointing this out to me . . .  I would be totally lost if you all weren’t my eyes and ears.  To be totally honest the error in linking was just an over sight.   I had started copying links and editing their destination instead of typing them by scratch – it takes a while to get things linked up but it sounds like I have to go back to the old way.  Gonna go back over the last two weeks of posts to make sure they are all correct.  So sorry for the frustration, sweet friend.  In the meantime, thanks for pointing this out to me and if you ever find an incorrect link, please don’t hesitate to drop me a line through the contact tab at the top of the blog so I can make the correction.  I’d sure rather know :-)

Edited to add:  Oh Carole, I went back and did have to change about 5 or 6 links to point to the correct product, arrrggh!!!  Thank you.  I always appreciate the friend that will let me know my slip is hanging or if I have something in my teeth.  That’s exactly what you did :-)

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  • Jacquie JacobsJune 21, 2014 - 12:54 pm

    Hi Becca,

    WoW! This is stunning , again you make such stunning cards, so elegant and delicate I just love it. THANK YOU for all your inspiration you give to us, I am sure everyone else, like me, are inspired by your creativity.

    I love how you put different dies together, they always seem to work and then there are those gorgeous bows of yours, they always complete the card.

    Hope you have a wonderful weekend.

    Love & Hugs

    Jacquie J xxx
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  • Linda RoyaltyJune 21, 2014 - 1:11 pm

    Beautiful as always. Thank you for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • MaryannJune 21, 2014 - 1:25 pm

    Sooooo beautiful as usual Becca, you just know how to make them sooo romantic and stylish, sooooo beautiful hun.ReplyCancel

  • Marzee CarnesJune 21, 2014 - 1:31 pm

    Becca, your cards are always so beautiful, but I think this may be one of my favorites! There is something SO elegant about an all white or all cream card. I just love this!ReplyCancel

  • Debbie DunhamJune 21, 2014 - 1:33 pm

    Gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • RoseJune 21, 2014 - 1:36 pm

    Hi Becca,
    what a beautiful card – so simple and elegant. You are truly inspired and we are blessed to see your creations.
    Don’t ever lose heart.
    Hugs, RoseReplyCancel

  • Ann RobbinsJune 21, 2014 - 1:49 pm

    Hi becca
    Love, love, love it! To me there is nothing prettier than white on white or cream on cream. Bless you my friend. Feel like I have known you all my life.
    Hugs
    MSTGANE
    AnnReplyCancel

  • anita kejriwalJune 21, 2014 - 1:59 pm

    Hi becca. Seeing your cards…I feel at peace and each one of them are a master piece. You are truly my idol.ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BauderJune 21, 2014 - 2:18 pm

    Your card is beautiful as always. I love how you put it together and used only one color cardstock. This may seem out of line but I would like to know if you would consider making a stamp that says “we love you”? I don’t have a problem finding stamps such as “Love You” or “I Love You” but what happened to “WE Love You”. I want to send cards to family members from both of us. Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJune 21, 2014 - 2:22 pm

    YOUR card is stunning Becca. Love the design.ReplyCancel

  • ElaineJune 21, 2014 - 3:06 pm

    So lovely ,crisp and fresh, i just love it Becca .
    God Bless
    Elaine H XReplyCancel

  • Maureen KillenJune 21, 2014 - 3:15 pm

    Good evening Becca,
    This card, and the sentiment are beautiful. And I want to say God bless you, as well.
    Much love xxReplyCancel

  • margaret driscoll UKJune 21, 2014 - 3:43 pm

    ‘Hello Becca
    Its 9.30 pm on the Longest Day….I have the Front door open and listening to a Blackbird singing…and of course I am commenting on the Blog too!
    Today’s card is truly Inspirational Becca…. absolutely beautiful!
    Thank you
    Love MargReplyCancel

  • EveleneJune 21, 2014 - 3:53 pm

    Your layering has always been fabulous and classic.ReplyCancel

  • Mary Jane CiurlaJune 21, 2014 - 4:00 pm

    Absolutely perfect for me to make for a friend who is moving far away.ReplyCancel

  • Mary H.June 21, 2014 - 4:24 pm

    Stunning….I’m not that has not been commenting lately (time) but I enjoy all the amazingly beautiful cards you made. I always think “this time she’s outdone herself’ until I see the next card. I don’t know how you come up with all the elegant designs and think of so many exciting ways to use the spellbinders together as you do. Blessings to you. Hugs & TFSReplyCancel

  • Anne (UK)June 21, 2014 - 4:40 pm

    S-W-O-O-N! Love everything about this card!
    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • Joyce AndersonJune 21, 2014 - 4:47 pm

    ah h h this “all one color card ” is PERFECT with the God Bless You
    Sentiment. I Truly Love this. And hope I can manage to make one for one of my Drs!,,,,, drs need this kind of Encouragement. I know because my husband was a Dr. A good Christian Dr
    Thank you so much
    JoyceReplyCancel

  • Blue RoseJune 21, 2014 - 4:59 pm

    Becca,
    Gorgeous, gorgeous, card. I can see using it for so many reasons. I love cards like that. You did an amazing job, and you always make it sound so easy. Love it, just love it.ReplyCancel

  • Karen LJune 21, 2014 - 5:05 pm

    This would also make a beautiful wedding card by changing the sentiment. Very elegant.ReplyCancel

  • Kristine VencelJune 21, 2014 - 5:05 pm

    Stunning design! Crisp but soft & elegant in its simplistic monochromatic design. Thank you for the inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • Judy PeachJune 21, 2014 - 5:14 pm

    This card is beautiful!! Your step by step instructions are great. Keep them coming! I Love It!ReplyCancel

  • MarilynYJune 21, 2014 - 5:36 pm

    A compliment for you: Some people (me) are inspired by others and some people (you) are the inspiration that inspires us with your creativity, imagination and talent. Every time I receive your email I unknowingly take a deep breath with anticipation to see what you are unveiling to the world now. Your very existence is a blessing to all who enjoy and appreciate your work. Have a great day!ReplyCancel

  • Lorraine Gould in AustraliaJune 21, 2014 - 6:39 pm

    Oooh sooo lovely. TFS, always an inspiration. Thank you
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  • MyraJune 21, 2014 - 6:42 pm

    Hi Becca,
    Life gets so busy sometimes that we don’t always take time to do the most important things!
    Thank you for your lovely blog, thank you for the inspiration you give in your lovely cards . Thank you for the pleasure you give to others.
    Today’s card is beautiful and such a lovely sentiment for the recipient of such a card to receive.
    God Bless you too, in all you do.
    Thanks for being a blessing to others.
    Love MyraReplyCancel

  • LorettaJune 21, 2014 - 8:01 pm

    Very pretty. The tone on tone combination is simply perfection. Appreciate your fantastic cards; thank you for sharing. Blessings!ReplyCancel

  • Vicky SchmidtJune 21, 2014 - 8:20 pm

    Becca, That is beautiful. You sure do a good job of making cards.
    I love every one of your cards. Even when you use colors I don’t like the card is beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • BARBARA DEE MCELDOWNEYJune 21, 2014 - 8:24 pm

    OO! monochrome / white is always soo pretty! lovely work you clever lady!
    Barbara McE AUCKLAND/NZReplyCancel

  • Suzi MetcalfeJune 21, 2014 - 8:39 pm

    I have a file on my computer that is just for inspiration. It’s mostly Becca cards! Just added another! Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • ChelseaJune 21, 2014 - 8:41 pm

    Gorgeous creamy loveliness today, Becca. This is a fabulous card and if you end up sending it to someone it will bless them as much as it does me!!ReplyCancel

  • Joni StonekingJune 21, 2014 - 9:54 pm

    And God bless you, too, Becca :)ReplyCancel

  • Ruthie ArmstrongJune 21, 2014 - 10:13 pm

    Hi Becca! Love your card. I’m a big fan of cream on cream. So clean and elegant. Just beautiful!! Loves, RuthieReplyCancel

  • Clare WJune 22, 2014 - 1:02 am

    Pure class – love it – re my comment on your previous post yes I would obviously love a video on using the Krylon pen when you get a few spare mins – ha! Thanks for your wonderful blog – its a highlight of my day when I see there is a new posting on it.ReplyCancel

  • CraftysusanJune 22, 2014 - 1:49 am

    Absolutely gorgeous Becca. You certainly inspire me to make cards as all yours are stunning and I now buy some dies just because you have showcased them to demonstrate just how beautiful they can be. I always buy your new dies straight away so would love you to design some more please. Hope you have a lovely dayReplyCancel

  • SophiaJune 22, 2014 - 4:03 am

    Hey Becca – I love this card! Your ability to layer different pieces is such an inspiration to help stretch me into getting more creative at layering and to try different things. Thanks for all you doReplyCancel

  • Barbara Ann KellyJune 22, 2014 - 4:36 am

    I have never left a comment before but I really do love your cards, I wish I had the inspiration that you do. Sometimes my cards turn out okay but they never look as good as yours. I will keep on trying, Ann xReplyCancel

  • Barbara TranquillaJune 22, 2014 - 5:16 am

    Thanks Becca for another beautiful card. Your designs are always classy, never over the top, and beautifully balanced. You also share tips that carry over to other cards–like adjusting a die cut to suit non-standard measurements, combining previous dies to new ones, unique placement of embellishments. I love your professional guidelines but even more I appreciate your spiritual encouragement and positive attitude. Each day I look forward to new postings but never tire of going back into your archives for fresh ideas and uplifting thoughts.ReplyCancel

  • Patricia HowarthJune 22, 2014 - 8:21 am

    Hi Becca, ‘Bless You’ too. As always, your card today is stunning, stunning, stunning !!
    Lots of love from Patricia xxReplyCancel

  • Claudene pienaarJune 22, 2014 - 8:42 am

    I love your work. God has really given you a way that touch my heart . You give your talent for greating to us all. O by the way I live in South Africa. ClaudeneReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJune 22, 2014 - 9:47 am

    This would be a wonderful Wedding Card Becca! (I’ve had weddings on the brain lately—-3 these past few weeks!) LOL But, your card is wonderful!!!! Love how you have that swirly part coming out of the frame! FABULOUS JOB! :D Quite ELEGANT!ReplyCancel

  • Carole ThrasherJune 22, 2014 - 12:30 pm

    Becca, I’ve been watching your card making ideas for a long time now–maybe 3years. They are always wonderful!!
    However, fairly often, when you list the Spellbinders components that you use, when I click on the link to see what the die looks like, it brings up a completely different die. For instance the “Garden Weave” when clicked on shows “Tranquil Moments”. It’s a bit frustrating– just wondered if you knew what was up with this?
    Thanks for all your sharing!! CaroleReplyCancel

  • Marion TurnerJune 22, 2014 - 1:44 pm

    Hi Becca
    Your card is stunning love to come and see your creations
    They are all Wonderful.
    Love Marion xReplyCancel

  • barb macaskillJune 22, 2014 - 2:25 pm

    Simply stunning! TFS!ReplyCancel

  • DesireeJune 22, 2014 - 8:48 pm

    Thanks for blessing us with your designs. I feel like my day has been made better when I see something that you create! And I like your tone on tone stuff the best, but haven’t been able to really make it work for me. Thank you for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Mrs BJune 22, 2014 - 8:58 pm

    Hi Becca. Simply gorgeous card : ) Take care.ReplyCancel

  • ArnetteJune 22, 2014 - 10:03 pm

    Beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • ShauneenJune 23, 2014 - 2:11 am

    Hi Becca, the Lord has blessed you with incredible talents. Thank you for being true to His word through your faithful discipleship and for sharing this blessing with friends around the world. Warm wishes from South Africa xxxxReplyCancel

  • Norah McPheeJune 23, 2014 - 4:54 am

    Good morning Becca,
    A beautiful card yet again and so crisp and clean looking but also has that soft look being made in the ivory cream with the soft filigree tendrils trying to escape from under the framework. Thank you Becca for the inspiration that you bring with each and every card or item you make, it is so much loved,
    Love and crafty hugs
    Norah (Glenochil, Scotland)ReplyCancel

  • Thelma HankinsJune 23, 2014 - 9:31 am

    Dear Becca,
    I love all of your beautiful creations, however, I love you most for the sweet Holy Spirit that dwells inside of you. God has certainly blessed you beyond the normal with talent to create. I’m always excited each time I receive one of your emails that direct me to the latest thing God chose you to create. I thank Him and you for blessing me this day.

    Love,
    Thelma Hankins
    Kitts Hill, OHReplyCancel

  • kath marshJune 24, 2014 - 1:09 am

    Dear Becca
    You humble me with your inspiration and talent. Never doubt that people adore your masterpieces especially me who has not got an artistic cell in my brain. Your hard work inspires us all. xReplyCancel

  • Norah McPheeJune 25, 2014 - 3:44 am

    Good morning dear Becca,
    Please can i ask how you managed to get the gold on the edge of your beautiful roses? The latest card that you have made with the fine gold enhancements is just stunning on the Friend Who Understands card of the 23rd and i have fallen in love with the roses (which i can make) and their gold edging.
    Many thanks flower
    Love and crafty hugs
    Norah (Glenochil, Scotland)ReplyCancel

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Card Making Ideas by Becca Feeken using Quietfire Design - You May Not Be Able to Leave Your Children and Spellbinders A2 Tranquil Moments
“Promise me you will not spend so much time treading water and trying to keep your head above the waves that you forget, truly forget, how much you have always loved to swim.”

– Tyler Knott Gregson

Hi sweet friends.  Yes it is quiet here on the blog but I’ve been creating up a storm . . .   That poem is me . . . (substitute craft for the word swim).   I have to connect to what I’m making.  I want to savor every choice.  Lately I have been taking my time and enjoying the process – after all, that’s part of what brings us to crafting, right?   These days the windows are open, the music is on and if it’s not working out I simply don’t force it.    I’m a blank slate crafter meaning I would rather everything be my serendipitous choice – I dream it up as I go along – that’s the sweet spot.  I hope that inspires you to remember that you’ve always loved to craft.  That leads to my card for today!  This sentiment by Quietfire Design called You May Not Be Able to Leave Your Children is hands down in my top five.  I’ve only stamped it once but I think about it every time I’m making a Quietfire card.  Many times I make the card then make the sentiment fit.  Today, nah-ah!  The card was built around the sentiment because I was determined to use it.  How very, very sweet it is!

Card Making Ideas by Becca Feeken using Quietfire Design
I went all vintage-y on you today.  As always, I try to dissect my dies to expand how they can be used.  This card uses the small motifs from Spellbinders A2 Tranquil Moments.  The smallest motif is cut and laid side by side to create the vertical border and the circle is bordered with the larger filigree motif.  Since these dies are double ended I was able to get two motifs from each cut!!

Here’s how I made it – step by step:

Start out with a card base that measures 6-1/4″ square.  Add a panel from pink card stock cut to 5-7/8″ square – adhere to base with one layer of foam tape.  Add a panel from design paper cut to 5-1/8″ wide by 5-5/8″ tall, rim with Gold Krylon Pen.  Cut 3 of the smallest tag motifs from Tranquil Moments – Cut each motif in half and adhere five of the six pieces along the left edge then adhere directly to pink layer.  Cut 4 of the medium filigree motifs from Tranquil Moments – cut each motif in half and tape 7 of the 8 pieces evenly spaced around Spellbinders Standard Circles LG #7 adhere to base using a double layer of foam tape.  Add a die cut layer using Spellbinders Majestic Circles #5 and #6 at the same time – adhere with one layer of foam tape.  Add a die cut layer using Spellbinders Standard Circles SM #7 – stamp sentiment, rim with Gold Krylon Pen and adhere with one layer of foam tape.

CRAFT SUPPLIES I USED 
Rubber Stamps: Quietfire Design – You May Not Be Able to Leave Your Children
Craft Paper: Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White – 80 lb
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black
Accessories: Spellbinders A2 Tranquil Moments, Spellbinders Standard Circles LG #7, Spellbinders Majestic Circles #5 and #6, Spellbinders Standard Circles SM #7, The Paper Studio Gems, May Arts Silk Ribbon, Prima Roses, Grand Calibur Die Cut Machine

Hey, I wanna say thanks to you for stopping by.  I feel so blessed to have the wonder readers I have and I also love how the comments are collaborative – you all help each other.  Don’t forget, I’ve started putting a question parking lot so that if you have a question about this particular card – ask it and come back to this post to see your answer!

Question Parking Lot

Becky Green on Comment #6 asked where I got the little pink roses.  Those are tiny pink roses by Prima.  They measure about 3/8″ across.  I’m not sure if you can still get them through Prima or not (I get things out of my stash, you know…) but lots of people see mulberry flowers this size – I’ve even seen them on amazon.com :-)

Ruthie Armstrong on Comment #11 asked what printer I use to print digital papers.  Through no great research I have an Epson XP-300.  The only reason I have it is because it was the cheapest thing at Walmart at the time and cost about $49.00 and in my mind cartridges have not been too bad BUT, I only use it for scanning and printing the occasional digital paper and Cut and Print for my Silhouette Cameo.  Also, since this one is wireless and sits right in my craft room, I needed it to be fairly small – this one is 12″ x 15″.  I like that I can print and use Copic and Spectrum Noir markers without the ink smearing.  The only downside is that it’s finicky feeding in thicker paper like my Neenah 80# – it will work but I have to hold my mouth just right :-)

Clair W on Comment #33 asked for tips on using a Krylon Gold Marker.  Hmmmm….me thinks I should do a video on that – stay tuned!!  In the meantime, buy one and just jump in.  Hold your pen so that the chisel tip is across the edge of your paper (perpendicular) and press the tip into the edge of the paper.  Since the tip is fiber, it will part slightly.  Run the pen down the edge of the paper and as you run it down ink will come off on both sides of your edge.  Practice!!  I’ll be back with more tips because this is a tool I have used a lot over the years and fall in love with it all over again when I pick up a new replacements :-)

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  • Holly BJune 19, 2014 - 11:25 am

    Hi Becca, What a beautiful card you are sharing with us today… I would call this one Vintage Charm…. I can understand why you started with this senitment, as it hold such a deep meaning for any parent… Love all the pretty pink roses too !!ReplyCancel

  • Helen SkJune 19, 2014 - 11:26 am

    Thank you!!!!! Very beautiful!!!!!! )ReplyCancel

  • ChelseaJune 19, 2014 - 11:31 am

    I love how you use the dies, Becca. I would never think of cutting them and using them like this as a border, but they are just gorgeous! What a great idea. Thanks so much for the inspiration from your beautiful card.ReplyCancel

  • AndreaJune 19, 2014 - 11:41 am

    Love it!! Another great card!ReplyCancel

  • FMJune 19, 2014 - 11:44 am

    Thanks so much for the inspiration that you offer in every project that you do!
    This is a gorgeous card and the sentiment is perfect!ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJune 19, 2014 - 11:47 am

    Absolutely LOVELY Becca! :D I ADORE the vintage! And the verse is WONDERFUL TOO! sigh! It DOES remind you to be the best you can be, because your kids are watching! Even when they’re older!

    My question—-(Hope I can remember to come back & see the answer! LOL) I hope I didn’t miss it in your post, but where do you get your lovely pink flowers? They’re BEAUTIFUL! :DReplyCancel

  • Jacquie JacobsJune 19, 2014 - 11:55 am

    This is gorgeous Becca, so pretty and that verse…wow! Love it.

    Love & Hugs

    Jacquie J xxx
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  • Dottie DavisJune 19, 2014 - 11:58 am

    Sweet and beautiful little card. Very pretty.ReplyCancel

  • Patricia HowarthJune 19, 2014 - 12:07 pm

    Hi Becca, A very beautiful card.
    Lots of love from Patricia xxReplyCancel

  • Dorina DJune 19, 2014 - 12:21 pm

    Gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • Ruthie ArmstrongJune 19, 2014 - 12:25 pm

    Becca your card is just beautiful! Love the things you do with Spellbinders dies. Also have a question. What kind or brand of printer do you use to print that beautiful vintage paper? Loves, RuthieReplyCancel

  • TammieJune 19, 2014 - 12:28 pm

    Such a sweet reminder.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJune 19, 2014 - 12:32 pm

    This is gorgeous.. Love the design paper and love that quote.ReplyCancel

  • Blue RoseJune 19, 2014 - 12:47 pm

    Becca,
    Gorgeous card. Wonderful sentiment. Love the background paper. Very clever how you utilized your dies. Amazing job.ReplyCancel

  • Maureen KillenJune 19, 2014 - 12:54 pm

    Good evening Becca,
    You are a little tinker, I’ve checked your blog for the last few days every hour that I’ve been in, and then when I go to my daughter’s house for the afternoon with the granddaughters, you post your blog!! (lol).
    This is just beautiful, the verse is so true, there is no substitute for love or time.
    Your posts are always worth waiting for and they are always so meaningful, thank you.
    Love xxReplyCancel

  • Michael TrentJune 19, 2014 - 1:14 pm

    Hi Becca….as always, a GORGEOUS card!! Have a question about the paper you used – with the flowers on it. I have seen you use this in one or two other projects and I just LOVE it. Can you tell me who makes this paper? The line?

    Thanks in advance! Love your work.

    MichaelReplyCancel

  • Sonia StephensonJune 19, 2014 - 1:22 pm

    Wow Becca this card is stunning. I love how you have used the dies to make your border and surround the focal point. The sentiment is beautiful too. Love everything about it and your gorgeous style xxReplyCancel

  • Dawn EJune 19, 2014 - 1:35 pm

    Oh Becca, this is so beautiful l just love it it makes me feel so serene. You always make the most beautiful cards & I just love your dies too though they are extremely hard to get here, You work so hard & give us so much of Gods beauty in your work. I also love your US size cards, ours can often be 8″ x 8″ which is enormous compared to your sweet beautiful cards.
    Every Blessing
    Dawn
    ps I’m sorry I’ve been so quiet but I’ve been rather poorly all this year & am only just getting over it…ReplyCancel

  • Marzee CarnesJune 19, 2014 - 2:03 pm

    So beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Anne (UK)June 19, 2014 - 2:21 pm

    Oh my! Beautiful card – beautiful sentiment! A double winner!
    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • margaret driscoll UKJune 19, 2014 - 2:22 pm

    Hello Becca!
    What a wonderful sentiment, what ever you add …..it always makes me think!
    Thank you for the Wisdom !
    Love the Card too!
    Take Care
    Love MargReplyCancel

  • ElaineJune 19, 2014 - 3:18 pm

    What a beautiful sentiment , now that is love .

    Such a lovely card too
    God Bless
    Elaine H XReplyCancel

  • Mary Jane CiurlaJune 19, 2014 - 3:28 pm

    This card is marvelous. I have not been stamping for quite a while but it is a blog like this that I know will get me motivated again. Thank you for your inspirational stamping.ReplyCancel

  • Mrs BJune 19, 2014 - 3:49 pm

    Hi Becca. This is a real beauty, so delicate and I love the sentiment : ) Take care.ReplyCancel

  • Aiveen judgeJune 19, 2014 - 3:56 pm

    Hi Becca, another very beautiful inspiring card. Thank you. Aiveen.ReplyCancel

  • Jean w.June 19, 2014 - 4:02 pm

    Absolutely love this stamp. And without a doubt your card, as always is gorgeous! Tfs!ReplyCancel

  • DesireeJune 19, 2014 - 4:50 pm

    Always love to check your blog and see what you’ve posted. You are by far the main reason I purchase from JustRite and Spellbinders! Lol. ;-)ReplyCancel

  • KathleenJune 19, 2014 - 6:33 pm

    So very sweet and delicate!!!!
    Thanks for all of your encouragement, coaching, and card designs!
    You are the best!ReplyCancel

  • MaryJune 19, 2014 - 6:35 pm

    Becca you truly are inspiring. The way you utilise the ‘bits’ of the die sets to make unique creations amazes me. You certainly make one think outside the box thanks so much for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • RoseJune 19, 2014 - 7:00 pm

    Another beautiful card Becca. Thank you so much for sharing.
    Hugs, RoseReplyCancel

  • Leslie ScholesJune 19, 2014 - 7:29 pm

    Another gorgeous card & another lovely sentiment! Thank you for being such an inspirational “enabler”… :-)ReplyCancel

  • Robyn JosephsJune 19, 2014 - 8:18 pm

    So pretty! and this is one of my fav Quietfire Design stamps too!
    Thanks as ever for creating with Quietfire!ReplyCancel

  • Clare WJune 20, 2014 - 12:55 am

    Lovely card and what a sentiment -here’s a question for you – any tips on how to edge using a krylon pen? I have bought one but dont know how to use it to get a perfect edge. Any tips/advice most welcome!ReplyCancel

  • Norah McPheeJune 20, 2014 - 4:38 am

    Good morning Becca,
    I always love your cards as they always have a certain meaning behind them and they are always so beautifully crafted. I can understand you wanting to use today’s verse as it is beautiful and so very true in what it says. We are put on this earth to live life to the full and that includes making choices. I love how you make a card as you are feeling and not because it has to be a certain way. Thank you Becca for your continuing inspiration that you so willing give to the rest of us.
    Love and crafty hugs
    Norah (Glenochil, Scotland)ReplyCancel

  • Colleen HowellJune 20, 2014 - 5:05 am

    I love it, so delicate yet powerful in words. I have pinned it, I have a board just for your cards, I love them all. And get excited whenever I see one on their I do not have I have only been on there for about a 1 to 1 1/2 years now. Thanks again for another great card.ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJune 20, 2014 - 8:56 am

    Absolutely Gorgeous, love how delicate it is!ReplyCancel

  • Clare WJune 20, 2014 - 9:03 am

    Me again – just read your response to my question re the Krylon pen – it inspired me to get it out of it’s packet and have a go – I’ve been looking at it sitting on my desk for a couple of weeks almost frightened of it!! I got the ink going and did as you said and wow! really effective and looks good even 1st attempt – which was a edging a straight line – suspect circles/ovals migth not be as easy though?… Another question for you of that’s not greedy of me -Any special way to store the pen now it’s open? – point downwards or level? packaging is not specific – love the effect it gives – thanks soo much for responding – really appreciated.ReplyCancel

  • barb macaskillJune 20, 2014 - 9:38 am

    Love this sentiment! I totally agree with you about not forcing the creative process! If it isn’t there then it isn’t there! I often find myself working on one project and all of a sudden a new idea pops into my head and just has to come out right that minute! I set aside what I am working on a start the new one so I don’t lose the idea! Then, every couple weeks or months I go back and try to complete all my UFPs. Last night was one of those nights. I got 2 projects finished and one almost done. A few more hours and I will have them all finished! YAY!
    Back to your card though! LOVE the sentiment and will be buying it from Quietfire! TFS!ReplyCancel

  • ShazzaJune 20, 2014 - 10:01 am

    gorgeous, love that sentiment xReplyCancel

  • shiJune 20, 2014 - 4:49 pm

    just came on your site and love your cards and sayings thank youReplyCancel

  • Linda LoydJune 20, 2014 - 5:41 pm

    Have I told you lately just how awesome you are? Me thinks not…. You are an awesome inspiration. Ok, got that off my chest. Many blessing to you and your process.ReplyCancel

  • Patricia HowarthJune 21, 2014 - 12:15 pm

    Hi Becca, This is a very beautiful and very pretty card, I especially love the heartfelt sentiment, I could read it over and over again, I love it !!
    Lots of love from Patricia xxReplyCancel

  • janice pikeJune 24, 2014 - 3:48 am

    I know this doesn’t have anything to do with the above beautiful card,I will get to them later, but I am desperately looking for the punch you used the make the rounded shape to place the butterflies in, could you please tell me how I could find one if they are not out of stock by now? I have been looking at that video for over one year and I’m about to go crazy trying to find that punch. It would be greatly appreciated…..Do you want to sell yours? See, I really am desperate, no kidding….ReplyCancel

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Card Making Ideas by Becca Feeken using Quietfire Design - You Never Know How Strong You Are and Spellbinders
Hi there friends, happy weekend :-)  I’ve been busy with my grown girls and family stuff but happy to take a break to create!  Spellbinders 5 x 7 Mystical Embrace is one of my favs and I’ve done a couple of cards with it.  This time around instead of the tall portrait orientation I went for the wide landscape orientation.  This card is all die cuts – no cutting panels at all, in fact I’ll tell you how it all stacks up.  I used a wonderful sentiment from Quietfire Design called You Never Know How Strong You Are.  

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You can see the inside layers in this picture.
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Here’s how I made it – step by step:

I made a card base by gluing two cream die cuts of Mystical Embrace  together at the top using Ranger Glossy Accents.  (Check out my post HERE to see what that looks like from the back.)  Die cut a layer using Spellbinders A2 Floral Ribbon Threader  from cream and adhere to base with foam tape.   Die Cut a layer using Spellbinders A2 Matting Basics B #5 from gold and top with a die cut layer cut using Spellbinders A2 Matting Basics A #4 from cream and adhere with foam tape.  Die cut a layer using Spellbinders Elegant Ovals from cream cardstock, stamp sentiment, adhere to base of card.  Die cut two Spellbinders Architectural Accents from gold cardstock and attach above and below sentiment with foam tape.  On inside of card insert a similar set of panels using Matting Basics B #5 from gold and #4 from cream.  Add pearls and bows.

CRAFT SUPPLIES I USED 
Rubber Stamps: Quietfire Design – You Never Know How Strong You Are
Craft Paper: Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White – 80 lb, Gold Foil Paper
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black
Accessories: Spellbinders 5 x 7 Mystical Embrace, Spellbinders A2 Floral Ribbon Threader, Spellbinders A2 Matting Basics B #5, Spellbinders A2 Matting Basics A #4, Spellbinders Elegant Ovals, Spellbinders Architectural Accents, The Paper Studio Gems, May Arts Silk Ribbon, Grand Calibur Die Cut Machine

That’s it for me today, thanks so much for stopping by!!   By the way, someone asked where they could see the dies and stamps I’ve designed so I gathered them all up in a Pinterest Board HERE. I’d love it if you’d follow me there – it’s a great way to see whole galleries of my cards.  In fact, for the stamp sets and dies, if you would be so kind as to like or repin the sets you like to most, it will help me to know what I’m designing next :-)  You all are the very best!!

Question Parking Lot
Katherine H on Comment #30 asked about the printer I used.   Since there was no printer use on this post, I’ll direct you to the next post where I did actually use a printer and another reader asked the same question.  Thanks so much for the question Katherine!  Look at the Question Parking Lot on THIS post for the answer!

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  • MickieJune 14, 2014 - 9:14 am

    Absolutely breath taking girl. This is gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • Cathy HomanJune 14, 2014 - 9:19 am

    Amazing!!!! I love your talent.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy JoJune 14, 2014 - 9:20 am

    Becca- this is my favorite card of yours…and that is quite a statement because your cards are always fabulous! A work of beauty!ReplyCancel

  • Kristine VencelJune 14, 2014 - 9:25 am

    Love this card using all the elegant die layers. Soft creamy vanilla & gorgeous gold- what a combination! ( I know you said white cardstock in the craft list, but in the post, it appears lusciously vanilla!)ReplyCancel

  • CaroleJune 14, 2014 - 10:06 am

    Very pretty!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn in E-TownJune 14, 2014 - 10:07 am

    Oh so pretty!ReplyCancel

  • MaryannJune 14, 2014 - 10:09 am

    This is soo beautiful and so elegant Becca. I love the gold, you´ve added to it, it really makes it elegant.ReplyCancel

  • MelindaJune 14, 2014 - 10:43 am

    Oh, Becca! You make the most beautiful things! I just love your style! It’s so girly! ;)
    Love, blessings and prayers, my friend!
    MelindaReplyCancel

  • Maureen KillenJune 14, 2014 - 10:50 am

    Dear Becca,
    This just takes my breath away, it’s so beautiful. And the sentiment is so true, as many of us know.
    I’ve missed you, but the wait has been well worth it. I hope you’ve had a lovely break with your family, you deserve it.
    (it’s 4.50 p.m. in the U.K.)
    Love xxReplyCancel

  • Maureen KillenJune 14, 2014 - 10:54 am

    P.s. I’ve just been in to see the dies and stamps you’ve designed – you’re one clever lady. If I can do what you ask, I will, but I’m no computer wizard so keep your fingers crossed !!ReplyCancel

  • ANN ROBBINSJune 14, 2014 - 11:05 am

    Went to your Pinterest board and if it has your name on it, I bought it. Only a couple I haven’t got.
    This is just one more masterpiece to your collection. AWESOME!!
    Glad you had a little break but please know we miss you when you are not here with this AMAZING PAPER GRACE.
    Hugs
    Mstgane
    AnnReplyCancel

  • Blue RoseJune 14, 2014 - 11:12 am

    Becca,
    What gorgeous card, and a gorgeous sentiment. Great encouraging words. Love all the dies you used…getting them little by little.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJune 14, 2014 - 11:21 am

    What an absolutely stunning card Becca! I love the verse too! Thank you for directing us to your Pinterest Board! I bookmarked it! :) As always, you are such an inspiration! :) Blessings!ReplyCancel

  • melitaJune 14, 2014 - 11:36 am

    gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • RoseJune 14, 2014 - 11:38 am

    Hi Becca,
    So lovely………. you really make gorgeous cards. And the sentiment is spot on, too.
    Have a good weekend.
    Hugs, RoseReplyCancel

  • Dolly LaBelleJune 14, 2014 - 11:44 am

    Absolutely beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • margaret driscoll UKJune 14, 2014 - 11:55 am

    Hello Becca
    I love this sentiment ….that ……and …..No one knows, how much a heart can hold!
    I really like today’s card such sweet colours Becca!
    Love it
    Love MargReplyCancel

  • ElaineJune 14, 2014 - 12:09 pm

    Becca you are just one amazing Lady ,
    God Bless
    Elaine H XReplyCancel

  • HelenJune 14, 2014 - 12:15 pm

    Gorgeous! Love it. Off to see you on Pinterest. Thank you so much for sharing. Love HelenReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJune 14, 2014 - 1:27 pm

    This is just so elegant! Love the color combo.ReplyCancel

  • EarlineJune 14, 2014 - 1:52 pm

    How beautiful this card is you are such a blessing to just drop by on thanks for all you do.ReplyCancel

  • anita kejriwalJune 14, 2014 - 2:22 pm

    For me you are the ultimate your cards have a duvine touch….. believe me! Its true.ReplyCancel

  • Beth NormanJune 14, 2014 - 2:26 pm

    Such a pretty card. You always manage to create the most elegant of cards.ReplyCancel

  • Dorothy HarrsionJune 14, 2014 - 2:27 pm

    Becca, Absolutely beautiful – as usual!ReplyCancel

  • Margaret CrawfordJune 14, 2014 - 3:09 pm

    Hi Becca, love this card. Stunning and oh so elegant, and a lovely sentiment. I cannot believe that you have designed so many stamps and dies. It seems just like yesterday, we were all waiting with expectation, for the very first Amazing Paper Grace stamp to be released! How time flies when having fun! Thanks again for sharing.
    Margaret (Scotland)ReplyCancel

  • JeanneJune 14, 2014 - 3:25 pm

    Becca, you are sooo talented, I absolutely love following your card-making, and I must thank you for sharing how you store your dies, which I have copied and am so grateful for knowing. One day I will make a card as good as yours, but until then they are staying strictly in the family!!!!

    Kindest regardsReplyCancel

  • Patricia HowarthJune 14, 2014 - 3:29 pm

    Hi Becca, This card is so elegant, I’m absolutely loving the curly, wurly focal die-cut, it is very pretty and the sentiment is so poignant. I love this !!
    Lots of love from Patricia xxReplyCancel

  • Norah McPheeJune 14, 2014 - 4:14 pm

    Good evening Becca,
    I always like your filigree cards as they always look stunning and todays is no exception as it is quite exquiste with just the right message on it. I don’t have the ribbon threader die but i do the gorgeous mystical embrace that i fell in love with the minute i seen it. I think because of being spoiled by your creativeness, i now try and make more cards with the die cut shape itself. Thank you Becca for your inspiring designs,
    Norah, Glenochil, ScotlandReplyCancel

  • Anne (UK)June 14, 2014 - 4:52 pm

    Just fab- fab- fabulous!
    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • Katherine HJune 14, 2014 - 5:48 pm

    Hi Becca, your card today was so absolutely beautiful. I noticed with many of your cards you use digital paper…can you please tell me what kind of printer you use to get such beautiful results ?I truly hope you will share your secret…..

    Thanks again for your great inspiration.

    God Bless,KatherineReplyCancel

  • Carol H.June 14, 2014 - 8:16 pm

    Such a beautiful card! No truer sentiment ever. Thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • barbara macaskillJune 14, 2014 - 8:29 pm

    Elegant and Stunning do not do this card justice! It took my breath away and my jaw is still on the floor! I went to your Pinterest boards and pinned tons but have to go back again for more pinning and perusing pleasure!
    I am a fairly new follower but am in total awe over your creations!!
    Looking forward to many more of them! TFS!ReplyCancel

  • Clare WJune 15, 2014 - 1:12 am

    great die cut and that stamp wording is spot on. Wish those stamps were more accessible here in the UK – hint hint!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJune 15, 2014 - 7:26 am

    Wow, absolutely stunning, that gold gives it such an elegant touch!
    Enjoy your family time :)ReplyCancel

  • Terri WJune 15, 2014 - 7:29 am

    So delicately beautiful Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Jacquie JacobsJune 15, 2014 - 11:39 am

    Hi Becca,

    This is gorgeous, love it.

    I shall take a look at your stamps page. Do you do mail order from the States to UK by any chance, or do you have a supplier over her, if not it might be worth thinking about?

    Love & Hugs

    Jacquie J xxx
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  • Jacquie JacobsJune 15, 2014 - 11:45 am

    Oh my gosh, Becca I am so sorry, I did not realize you designed all those Stamps and dies for Justrite, how silly of me, I even have a few lol!!! There’s me asking if you sell any lol!!!

    love & Hugs

    Jacquie J xxx
    ReplyCancel

  • JenniferJune 15, 2014 - 12:09 pm

    HI Becca
    Yet another beautiful card from you, I like the way you not only embellish your cards beautifully but you always manage to accessorize the card ready for a photo, stunning work.ReplyCancel

  • ShazzaJune 15, 2014 - 12:43 pm

    this is beautiful xReplyCancel

  • Margie LuttrellJune 15, 2014 - 12:51 pm

    That would make a gorgeous wedding card. You always find the coolest flowers, too!ReplyCancel

  • KathyJune 15, 2014 - 7:07 pm

    So very lovely. Thank you for the joy you and your creations bring to the world!ReplyCancel

  • Mrs BJune 16, 2014 - 2:34 am

    Hi Becca. This is a lovely card, so pretty and the sentiment is beautiful : ) Take care.ReplyCancel

  • Juanita DJune 18, 2014 - 12:10 pm

    This is truly another of your fabulous cards. Never can wait until the next one comes out that you make. You are so blessed with talent.. If I only had 1/32 of your talent I’d be lucky. Keep going girl….ReplyCancel

  • JOYCE ANDERSONJune 18, 2014 - 11:39 pm

    Soooo BEAUTIFUL…..especially using all dies, NO MEASURING,
    HALLELUJAH!!!
    Thank you for posting this for us to droll over!
    God Bless you Becca,
    joyceReplyCancel

  • Norma EikenberryJune 22, 2014 - 1:21 pm

    You are so amazing. I love your cards and all the creative ideas you think of doing. God blessed you with many gifts.ReplyCancel
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