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WRBF-3712-2012
Howdy friends, I hope you are a butterfly lover just as I am.  Die cut filigree butterflies simply make me swoon.  I love this new  Spellbinders™ Les Papillions Two set which lets me layer the filigree portion over the solid portion for stunning layers.  It goes along perfectly with a new set by JustRite Papercrafts called Butterfly Dreams.  In order to create a frame in which to set all my embellishments I cut Spellbinders™ Gold Labels Four  and  Spellbinders™ Labels Four at the same time and while both dies were in place, I stenciled in between the two dies to create the colored frame.   

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My card is smaller than my usual and I love how tight it makes everything fit.  This one is 4.25″ tall by 6.5″ wide.

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: JustRite Papercrafts – Butterfly Dreams
Paper: Neenah Classic Crest Natural White, Prima Tea Thyme
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black, Amuse Blush, Victorian Velvet Distress Ink
Accessories: Spellbinders™ Gold Labels Four, Spellbinders™ Labels Four, Spellbinders™ Les Papillions Two, Recollection Pearls, May Arts Silk Ribbon, Recollection Pearls, Maya Roads Trinket Pin, Becca’s Bow Maker

Yesterday several people asked me about the corrugated paper I used in yesterdays card. No, I’m not good at all at stripping boxes, lol!!  Michael’s sells a set of corrugated cards with craft envelopes under the Recollections brand.  They come in a box of 30 and the size of the card is 6″ x 6″ doubled which essentially yields a 12 x 6 panel with a crease in it.  If I need to cut it in half, 6″ x 6″ will be plenty big.  It was a sweet find along with the 40% off coupon I used :-)   Have a stellar day!!

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  • MaryannFebruary 20, 2013 - 2:33 am

    ooh my goodness Becca, this is soooooooo gorgeous. I´m totally in love with this one here. It´s soooooo beautiful as can be, and I just soooooooooo love it. WAUW WAUW WAUW.ReplyCancel

  • MelanieFebruary 20, 2013 - 3:17 am

    This is so stunning I have just got those dies may have to try this .MelanieReplyCancel

  • Christine Harrop, Oxfordshire, UKFebruary 20, 2013 - 3:22 am

    This is beautiful Becca! I’m loving this new gold labels 4, and the butterfly is stunning! love from Christine xReplyCancel

  • RitaFebruary 20, 2013 - 3:42 am

    Another beauty Becca. I have just pre-ordered this set and now I can’t wait till it arrives. Enjoy your Day. Hugs from Scotland. Rita xxxxReplyCancel

  • Nadine IllingworthFebruary 20, 2013 - 4:21 am

    Very girlie. Lots of texture . a grand card.ReplyCancel

  • Anne (UK)February 20, 2013 - 4:42 am

    So beautiful!
    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • Catherine (UK)February 20, 2013 - 4:54 am

    Absolutely beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • colleen hFebruary 20, 2013 - 6:09 am

    I love it, and the saying is greatReplyCancel

  • ann robbinsFebruary 20, 2013 - 6:24 am

    Another WOW=er!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Mstgane
    AnnReplyCancel

  • Rebekka RFebruary 20, 2013 - 6:35 am

    This is stunning Becca, I love that butterfly and love the colors.ReplyCancel

  • Judie RymanFebruary 20, 2013 - 6:45 am

    Becca, how sweet this card is! I haven’t seen that sentiment before, and boy! did I need it this morning!!! The card just plain makes me happy. Thank you for that gift today!ReplyCancel

  • CathyFebruary 20, 2013 - 6:56 am

    Beautiful card. Love the butterfly. You know what they say. If nothing ever changed there would be no butterflies.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenFebruary 20, 2013 - 7:15 am

    LOVE this little card Becca!!!!!!!!!! DEFINATELY, a hand delivery! :) (Then you get to see the delight in ones face too! )ReplyCancel

  • Edna BurgessFebruary 20, 2013 - 7:41 am

    Very beautiful. Bet you’re happy to be back in your grove and you’re so good at it. Glad you got your daughter’s bedroom all in order. Sounds wonderful. EdnaReplyCancel

  • Shirley DuncanFebruary 20, 2013 - 7:57 am

    Beautiful as are all your creations. The butterfly is gorgeous and I wonder how you affix it to your card. Do you have some magic pop tape that doesn’t show?ReplyCancel

  • Lori mFebruary 20, 2013 - 8:07 am

    To beautiful to be a card, this is a true keepsake frameable work of art.

    Hugs, Lori mReplyCancel

  • Eileen L.February 20, 2013 - 8:10 am

    Beautiful Becca, Butterflies are always a must have for me. This
    card is just gorgeous, but all your cards are.ReplyCancel

  • conniecrafterFebruary 20, 2013 - 9:07 am

    Oh my that is absolutely stunning, love the open framing, the sentiment stamped on the deisnger paper and the Beautiful butterfly with the pearl accenting!ReplyCancel

  • Jackie WFebruary 20, 2013 - 9:10 am

    Stunning, Becca. I have been considering the butterfly die, but I already have soooooo many butterfly dies I’ve been talking myself out of it. Now I see the possibilities I just might have to reconsider:) BlessingsReplyCancel

  • Shirley LeeFebruary 20, 2013 - 9:35 am

    Beautiful card. Your creative mind must be buzzing with ideas all the time as evidenced on the beauty of this card. Is it hard to stencil in color between the two dies you used? What a great idea and the result is amazing.
    ShirleyReplyCancel

  • MarisaFebruary 20, 2013 - 9:37 am

    I loooove butterflies and this one is stunning! Gorgeous card. Good to have you back in blog land too ((hugs))ReplyCancel

  • CynthiaFebruary 20, 2013 - 9:46 am

    Oh, Becca, this is such a delicate and sweet card! It springs from the screen, whispering joy and love. I love it! Thank you, for the inspiration. ~CynthiaReplyCancel

  • Lisa from AlbertaFebruary 20, 2013 - 9:59 am

    Oh Bekka you have the most beautiful cards, I have purchased many a spellbinder because of you but I still have problems removing the paper from the die especially with heavily detailed dies. I use wax paper already and it is so frustrating to get everything planned and prepared and then have cut after cut break because they are stuck. Sometimes I almost wanna give up. Any advice cause you seem to have it mastered.ReplyCancel

  • ChelseaFebruary 20, 2013 - 10:17 am

    OOOOoooooH! I love this one!! That butterfly looks so gorgeous on the flower background. And pink! Couldn’t be prettier. Thank you for lending beauty to my day!ReplyCancel

  • Francie in MontrealFebruary 20, 2013 - 10:37 am

    Your card is positively delightful. Looking at it transports me into a magical garden with beautiful butterflies. Oh my. The sentiment is also one of my favourites. I’m enchanted with your creation.

    And to rectify an omission from yesterday – what great fun you & your daughter must have had in redecorating her room. One of the rites of passage from little girl to young woman. A special time for you both and I’m happy for you.ReplyCancel

  • SheilaFebruary 20, 2013 - 10:50 am

    This is just beautiful Becca. I love your cards….you put so much attention to detail in each and every one. The sentiment is so lovely too!ReplyCancel

  • Beth EllisFebruary 20, 2013 - 12:24 pm

    I too love butterflies and will be adding this die to my Spellbinder’s “wish list”! You are such an inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • LenoriaFebruary 20, 2013 - 2:30 pm

    This card is so gorgeous and just absolutely perfect! I love your cardmaking style, it is so delicate and feminine and just makes me happy (I know you do masculine cards also which I like but I’m drawn to the feminine ones most).ReplyCancel

  • linda littleFebruary 20, 2013 - 2:55 pm

    card very beautiful and elegant linda littleReplyCancel

  • kathy/NorthCarolinaFebruary 20, 2013 - 4:37 pm

    Such a beautiful butterfly…and I love the way your sentiment is printed on the patterned paper…so lovely!ReplyCancel

  • Rosy NewlunFebruary 20, 2013 - 5:10 pm

    Dreamy card, Becca. I love your stenciled pink between the frame edges. I just need to experiment more with all the dies, like you do — thanks for more inspiration! Aloha <3ReplyCancel

  • TheresaFebruary 20, 2013 - 6:02 pm

    Love it. I love how large and open the frame is–so cute with the message inside.ReplyCancel

  • LageneFebruary 20, 2013 - 7:33 pm

    Gorgeous, I love all the layers!ReplyCancel

  • DodiePFebruary 20, 2013 - 10:17 pm

    Your cards are breathtaking! Absolute works of art.

    I am new to cardmaking – still trying to find my style – and I love yours! Is what you do possible for a beginner? Or does it take years of practice?

    I also wonder how you put different dies together to make cuts. You said

    “I cut Spellbinders™ Gold Labels Four and Spellbinders™ Labels Four at the same time and while both dies were in place, I stenciled in between the two dies to create the colored frame.”

    How do you keep everything evenly spaced? I think I saw somewhere where you said that you tape them together to keep them even, but doesn’t the tape interfere with the cut?

    Thanks … For all you do to inspire.ReplyCancel

  • RitaFebruary 21, 2013 - 8:17 am

    Hi Again Becca, This card is absolutely stunning. As you know I have been following you for a long time and after hoping I could do one of your cards justice, I have now created your Interlocking Gatefold Card from June last year. I have not been well for a while, so I’m thrilled to link my blog to yours after creating my recent card. Hugs from Scotland. Rita xxReplyCancel

  • Charlotte ZweigoronFebruary 21, 2013 - 4:00 pm

    Sometimes the details escape me in the overall beauty of your creations…. I am so glad some folks pointed out that you had stamped your sentiment on the design paper itself. Another little “Becca Trick” to try!!ReplyCancel

  • Deborah ArtliffFebruary 22, 2013 - 12:40 am

    Morning all well i must say what a stunning card i love everything sbout this card. It would make a beautifull mothers day card but i’ll miss out on making one as i lost my mum 4 months ago. I love the colours that you have used its so elegant. Xxx

    Debs AReplyCancel

  • mary anne guthFebruary 22, 2013 - 12:22 pm

    Another stunner on your part and yes, I love butterflies too. You have definitely been influencing my card making latelyReplyCancel

  • Deborah ArtliffFebruary 23, 2013 - 1:49 am

    Morning I would just like to say what a beautiful card i love everything about it its so girlie with it been in pink. It would make a great mothers day card xxReplyCancel

  • SusanFebruary 23, 2013 - 1:53 pm

    How feminine and beautiful Becca. Thank you for sharing this lovely card with us.ReplyCancel

  • NubieneFebruary 24, 2013 - 7:13 am

    Hi I love your cards I use spellbinders too love them your colours are put together well .i have a blog due to ill health cannot keep up often I only have 2 followers what am I doing wrongReplyCancel

  • StormFebruary 25, 2013 - 9:46 am

    Hi I love all your cards. Unfortunately I am unable to see any of your tutorials unless they are printed. I would love to make some of them but……… any chance of tutorials that are printed? Please.ReplyCancel

  • Charlotte LawrenceFebruary 26, 2013 - 6:09 pm

    I pinned these 2 groups of cards for a friend. I don’t want to keep them on my Pinterest account but I can’t delete them. I don’t want to look at them anymore. How can I delete them?ReplyCancel

  • Pet73March 10, 2013 - 11:41 am

    This is stunning! Very, very beautiful!ReplyCancel

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WRBF-3710-2012
Big hugs and greetings blog friends!  I hope your week is off to a magnificent start :-)   While I’m blissfully getting back into the groove, I’ve been crafty among many other activities.  You’ll laugh, but my youngest daughters bedroom furniture has been in boxes in my dining room since last May.  On Sunday I got some extra special bonding time with her while we gutted her room and banished her childhood furniture.  She now has digs befitting a college girl and had some friends over for a room warming party.  I loved the surprised look in their eyes when the rounded the hall corner to glimpse her grown up decor.  The twin sized wooden captain’s bed we carted out to the road lingered there no more than an hour before someone came by and looked upon it as treasure.  For that I’m thankful.  I didn’t think it good enough to go to the Salvation Army but I’m glad that someone can put it to use.   She told me yesterday morning that she felt like she woke up in a hotel room!  It brings to me thoughts of how very special home is and how important it is to make it a cozy place to feel safe and comfortable – home is the heart.  It inspired my card today using a wonderful sentiment from Quietfire Design called Home is the Heart.

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I made a base (5.5″ x 7″) using design paper and layered on top of it corrugated cardboard which I cut using Spellbinders™ A2 Bracket Borders One on each end.  Next I layered a panel cut with Spellbinders™ Curved Matting Basics A on top of a panel embossed with Spellbinders™ Numbers and Letters (Side B) M-Bossabilities™ cut by Spellbinders™ Curved Matting Basics B.

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Quietfire Design – Home is the Heart
Paper:  Die Cuts with a View – Chateau Lavender, Recollections Corrugated Cards
Ink: Amuse – Grape
Accessories:   Spellbinders™ A2 Bracket Borders One, Spellbinders™ Curved Matting Basics A, Spellbinders™ Numbers and Letters (Side B) M-Bossabilities™, Spellbinders™ Curved Matting Basics B, seam binding, Bazzill Button, Recollection Pearls, May Arts Pleated Ribbon, Hirschberg Schultz & Co Modern Romance Floral Pic, Maya Roads Trinket Pin, Becca’s Bow Maker

Truly sending hugs and blessings your way.  Go be crafty!!

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  • Gretchen WilsonFebruary 19, 2013 - 5:43 pm

    This is so very pretty and soft, I love the quote.ReplyCancel

  • lizFebruary 19, 2013 - 5:49 pm

    such a pretty card , would love to see pictures of her room I’m sure it is an amazing room.ReplyCancel

  • Rosy NewlunFebruary 19, 2013 - 6:07 pm

    Love this, Becca – and the story behind it.
    Such gentle colors – I can’t get dp to look as good as you can make corrugated card board to look! You inspire me <3ReplyCancel

  • FrancineFebruary 19, 2013 - 6:09 pm

    Very pretty!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn in E-TownFebruary 19, 2013 - 6:11 pm

    Beautiful card! Those are my favorite color combo! So please share the before and after pictures of the bedroom remodel! With your talents I can only imagine how beautiful it is!!!!ReplyCancel

  • LaurenFebruary 19, 2013 - 6:16 pm

    I take a peek daily at your blog. Whenever there is a new item, it ALWAYS takes my breath away. Your projects are always so beautiful and so artistically presented. Thank you for sharing them with us.ReplyCancel

  • DenicFebruary 19, 2013 - 6:20 pm

    This is such a beautiful card and I think the colors go so well together. Purple was one of my mom’s favorite colors and now it is my grand daughter’s favorite as she just had her room painted in light and dark purple. I thought it might be too much purple but adding the white furniture and chair rail really made it just right. Now she has just got to learn to keep it clean and all will be well. : ) Take care my cyber friend and many blessings to you and your family. Denice….ReplyCancel

  • joan curtisFebruary 19, 2013 - 6:28 pm

    I always love your cards and try to copy some of them as best I can. Where do you get your corrugated? I’ve been peeling boxes apart, but it’s tedious. Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • QuietfireFebruary 19, 2013 - 6:29 pm

    Thank you dear Becca for using the stamp today! I love the satisfaction of completing a big job like that. Congratulations! Did you have pangs as you got rid of little girl things?ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenFebruary 19, 2013 - 7:15 pm

    LOVELY STORY BECCA!!!!!!!!!!! :) AND a LOVELY CARD!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • ChelseaFebruary 19, 2013 - 7:19 pm

    I love this card! The layers of texture really compliment the color and theme of the card. Another inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • SheriFebruary 19, 2013 - 7:34 pm

    Your card is beautiful! I know you are a private person but I know I am not the only one who would love to see her room. It sounds so amazing!ReplyCancel

  • Teresa B.February 19, 2013 - 8:34 pm

    Sounds like you ha a great time with your daughter. Would love to see your finished project. Happy you have been very busy and enjoying your new and old adventure.ReplyCancel

  • kathy/NorthCarolinaFebruary 19, 2013 - 8:54 pm

    OH, I love these shades of purple! Just beautiful, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara BruderFebruary 19, 2013 - 9:13 pm

    Love the card. Like the corrugated piece on the card, too.ReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithFebruary 19, 2013 - 9:20 pm

    Beautiful card Becca. Loved the story behind it. Congrats to your daughter for the room make over. It is always fun to upgrade and even better when it makes such a wonderful impression on her part. I am sure with your talents, it is beautifully decorated as well.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • Diann SandersonFebruary 19, 2013 - 9:32 pm

    Lovely Becca = glad you are getting back in full swing and I can’t wait for your first video!!! OXOXOReplyCancel

  • conniecrafterFebruary 19, 2013 - 9:38 pm

    very pretty, love the colors, great design. so neat you could do this project together, I am the same way I love it when I put something to the curb and someone else sees use in it :)ReplyCancel

  • Ursula UphofFebruary 19, 2013 - 9:46 pm

    Beautiful card, all the layers and textures are just so lovely. Ursula xxReplyCancel

  • CaroleFebruary 19, 2013 - 10:06 pm

    Lovely card.ReplyCancel

  • croppinmamaFebruary 19, 2013 - 11:01 pm

    Love the corrugated cardboard adding nice texture and mixing casual with the feminine touches. And since purple is my favorite color, that’s a bonus!ReplyCancel

  • GinnyFebruary 19, 2013 - 11:24 pm

    Becca, only you could make corrugated cardboard look so elegant! Lovely card.ReplyCancel

  • MaryannFebruary 20, 2013 - 1:37 am

    Such a wonderful story Becca and such a wonderful card too. It is hard for both parts, when the childhood is cleaned out and they find out they´ve grown up and got other needs, but it´s a nessecary process, called growig up, I think. And like you say, sooo awesome, when someone else then can see the same treasure in it, as we´ve done earlier too.ReplyCancel

  • TammyFebruary 20, 2013 - 1:41 am

    Very pretty and it’s good to see you get back into crafting for us again. LOL
    Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Nadine IllingworthFebruary 20, 2013 - 2:07 am

    Love the texture and colour . Fab job xxxReplyCancel

  • NikkiFebruary 20, 2013 - 2:12 am

    A very beautiful card:) gorgeous colours and textures. Lovely story too and i’m sure as with your cards you have created a beautiful, dreamy bedroom for your daughter ,thankyou for sharing :) .ReplyCancel

  • CarolFebruary 20, 2013 - 4:51 am

    As always…beautiful card. Especially like the layered effect. Thank you for sharing your story–your daughter is lucky to have a mom such as you!

    Would you consider including a “Pin it’ button on your blog?ReplyCancel

  • colleen hFebruary 20, 2013 - 6:10 am

    I am in love with this card, purple is my favorite color and the saying says it all!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BFebruary 20, 2013 - 6:37 am

    I like your card today. It is a bit different for you.ReplyCancel

  • Francie in MontrealFebruary 20, 2013 - 10:25 am

    It’s a delightful card with your signature ribbon/bow treatment and a lovely sentiment from Quietfire.ReplyCancel

  • Beth JonesFebruary 20, 2013 - 10:53 am

    Becca, Becca, Becca, I am just so sorry this kit venture didn’t work out for you—I do agree with your philosopy about the door and window—but it has certainly worked out for me, and I imagine the other subscribers feel the same way. I will absolutely cherish the stamps and dies I have, and never regret my subscription, and am so glad to know you are continuing to design for JustRite Stampers, one of my favorite lines! I have been away from my computer for awhile, so am just catching up! Love you!ReplyCancel

  • SusanFebruary 23, 2013 - 1:55 pm

    Home is indeed the heart of life. So glad to hear that your daughter’s room makeover made her heart sing.ReplyCancel

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Sweet blog friends, I have a bit a news to share.  Please note that I’m choosing not to hang the word “sad” on my news, because it is not a sad occasion and I’m a firm believer that when one door closes, another one opens.   In fact, the proof that something good is always on the way is apparent to me in every waking day.  Most of the last ten months I’ve spent the lion’s share of my time working on the Amazing Paper Grace Kit Club – in fact the last kit shown on January 15th is on its way to club members as we speak; some have already arrived.  For many reasons – way too many to detail here, the January Amazing Paper Grace kit is going to be the last kit issued.  What this means to members is that no new kit is to be unveiled on February 15 and no charges will be made to your credit cards for those future kits.  

I won’t be going anywhere :-)  This creates a great opportunity to get back to what I love, my blog.  I haven’t made a video since last year, so the camera is being dusted off as I speak.   I’m hopeful that the next door will open soon and I’d encourage you to be on the lookout for new stamps to my line licensed by JustRite Papercrafts in the coming months.   The kit was a huge undertaking between three different entities in three different parts of the country; I did not own the kit, I was just blessed to be able to design it each month.   Thankfully, each of the companies involved still exists and in fact, if there was a kit that you really wanted, but were not sure about, you probably want to go back and buy that kit before they are gone for good!!!

Please note, that as the designer, I don’t handle customer service inquiries other than to pass your messages along.  The reason for this is I don’t have any of your account information or any of the shipping records and wouldn’t be able to answer your question.  Going forward, if you have any questions about previous kits or want to purchase additional kits you must either call customer service at 918-453-9111 or go to the kit website – www.amazingpapergraces.com.  Scrap-Mart, who has many kit clubs under their umbrella,  has done an amazing job at customer service with previous kits and will continue to field inquiries at the following email address:  info@amazingpapergraces.com

My heartfelt thanks to JustRite Papercrafts for graciously manufacturing both the superb quality dies and stamp sets that filled the kit.  Thanks also goes to Scrap-Mart for gathering all the goodies, packing and getting them into mailboxes all over the world.  Thank you to the roughly 500 members who looked forward to every shipment and for blessing me with such encouraging words each month.   I hope you’ll continue to look forward with me, after all, tomorrow is another day :-)

 

 

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  • CaroleFebruary 13, 2013 - 11:28 pm

    Sometimes one has to pull back and just change courses. As much as I loved and looked forward to each and every kit, I certainly respect your decisson to no longer do this great task. Bless you for each loving thought and time spent on the kits you did create.ReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanFebruary 13, 2013 - 11:48 pm

    That is so understandable…we still love and adore you and will continual to support you in any way….
    The Lord has a new journey for you and I know it will a blessing…ReplyCancel

  • Victoria C.February 14, 2013 - 12:08 am

    Becca, your an amazing person and your right, God opens doors when HE closes windows…Bigger and Better, that is what the Father wants for us…I am glad you’ll be doing video’s as I adore you and the work you do…your the only one I have on my Pinterest acct…thank you for all that you do…I can’t wait to see what the Father has in store for you! blessings, victoriaReplyCancel

  • ChelseaFebruary 14, 2013 - 12:12 am

    2012 was an exciting year for you, with the launch of your Kit Club. What an experience! What a wonderful opportunity! I am so thankful for all of the beauty you brought to our lives with your kits and I soooo look forward with you to see what is in store for you in the coming months. May I offer these famous words from a wonderful person very experienced in living through change:
    “This is what the past is for! Every experience God gives us, every person He puts in our lives is the perfect preparation for the future that only He can see.”
    ? Corrie ten Boom, The Hiding PlaceReplyCancel

  • Teresa B.February 14, 2013 - 12:40 am

    You have been at the top of all you have done for us all along. I’ll be here waiting for your next presentation of whatever comes next. Can’t wait.
    Blog on!ReplyCancel

  • Mary MFebruary 14, 2013 - 12:59 am

    Oh Becca, I’ve received 3 of your kits and will be trying to get the other 2 that I don’t have. I haven’t completed anything yet but they are all wonderful. I also love your bow maker! You are at the top of my list for most beautiful cards on the web. The die you designed for Spellbinders is also on my long list. The frame you made with it was stunning and I’m going to copy it for my children and grandchildren. I wish you the best of love and luck in all you endeavor. I know you will persevere in all God brings to you. You are one (1) super lady.ReplyCancel

  • Joyce AndersonFebruary 14, 2013 - 1:44 am

    I Praise God THANKFULLY each and everytime I face the “fork in the road” as you recently have.
    You are truly “listening” to His voice and I love that so much!

    Please know we all have enjoyed being a part of this journey of Kits
    with you and I will continue to pray for your Guidance and Wisdom that
    He will give you.

    Blessings,
    joyceReplyCancel

  • MelanieFebruary 14, 2013 - 1:50 am

    Oh Becca thankyou for the stunning kits I have received still waiting for my Jan kit but it does take a while to get to the U.K I will continue to follow you thanks for the inspirations . MelanieReplyCancel

  • Debbie G.February 14, 2013 - 1:58 am

    I can appreciate all of the work it takes to administer, manage and operate the kit club, much less the unique designs within each kit. it’s been an amazing ride and I thank you for all that you put into the Kit Club. I applaud you for accepting what the limits are on the journey and making the necessary changes. Amazing Paper Grace will always be one of the top blogs I visit each day because I can’t wait to see the beautiful cards that you create. God bless! debbieReplyCancel

  • Carol SouthernFebruary 14, 2013 - 2:19 am

    I was so excited knowing tomorrow I would see another beautiful kit released by you, but sadly it isn’t to be. I loved these kits and it was a treat to see it arrive and make up the cards.
    We all have to do what is best for ourselves and I appreciate the time you must have put into these kits. Thanks for delivering your talent to my door each month. There will be something else around the corner for sure.
    I visit each day and will continue to be amazed at your creative talent.ReplyCancel

  • Dottie DavisFebruary 14, 2013 - 4:28 am

    Our hearts know when we need to take inventory of our activities to see if they are really what we want to do. It is all about chosen priorities. The really neat thing is that if one doesn’t launch out into unchartered waters how will that person ever grow? I sold cards for the gals at the local credit union on a regular basis and though it was a really cool idea and I loved it, it proved too demanding and drained my creativity. I had to PRODUCE! It turned into something I had not bargained for. But to have someone actually want one of my cards, to pay their hard earned cash for it, uplifted me very much. But, not for me….I am back to doing what I love; simply making cards for those I love and care about.ReplyCancel

  • Clare BuswellFebruary 14, 2013 - 5:08 am

    I’m looking forward to your videos again, they are always a treat!!ReplyCancel

  • PatFebruary 14, 2013 - 7:11 am

    for me this door closing means I get to see and learn more from you I miissed your videos they taught me so much Welcome back to usReplyCancel

  • SuAnneFebruary 14, 2013 - 8:07 am

    We’ve “missed” you Becca. Looking forward to the wonderful things you’ll be sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Jean CFebruary 14, 2013 - 8:17 am

    Oh Becca, I just started getting the kits. I had received the December and February one. I have completed all of December kit and I only lack the journal being done with the February kit. I am so sorry, because I loved to the kits. But , I have missed seeing you be so active on your blog. You are an inspiration. I hope that you will continue to create beautiful cards and share them with us.ReplyCancel

  • Maggie CastilloFebruary 14, 2013 - 8:34 am

    I am so sorry to hear this. I’m sure that your next endeavor will be just as amazing as this was. Good luck and God bless you.ReplyCancel

  • Regina M. HamiltonFebruary 14, 2013 - 8:37 am

    Sometimes God closes a door and open a window. I will be waiting patiently for your next video. I have missed them.ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BFebruary 14, 2013 - 9:03 am

    I am sad to hear there will be no more kits as they were so well put together. If you are okay with it, then I am. I look forward to the next step of your journey and know that we are there with you.ReplyCancel

  • MargFebruary 14, 2013 - 10:06 am

    As a receiver of the Kits I certainly appreciated all your wonderful designs. I will be sad to see them go but on the positive side, I will still be seeing your designs and creative projects. You know what is right for you. Welcome back to what you enjoy doing.ReplyCancel

  • Jackie WFebruary 14, 2013 - 10:53 am

    The Lord does indeed open other doors to us. I really liked the stamps and dies that you designed for your kits, but I have soooooo much paper and other stuff, I didn’t feel I could justify purchasing the whole kit. I am looking forward to seeing what other items you come up with for JR. Blessings, and CRAFT ON!ReplyCancel

  • Sam BurnettFebruary 14, 2013 - 11:14 am

    While I’ve certainly LOVED the kits and am so glad I signed up the second I read the announcement about the Kit Club starting, and will miss getting them, I’ll still Love you Becca and look forward to seeing the next step in your journey. It takes a lot of courage to be able to say NO or STOP when you need to, and you must take care of yourself first and foremost – otherwise you have nothing to give to others and that would be such a shame for someone with the talent and artistry you have! Best of luck, I’m hanging with you!!!ReplyCancel

  • milliejsFebruary 14, 2013 - 12:47 pm

    Becca, I for one am very glad to have you returning to the videos. It’s kind of like the saying about giving a man a fish or teaching him how to fish. That is what the videos are for me. I didn’t buy any kits, not because they weren’t beautiful, but because I need to learn HOW to do them myself.

    So from my humble opinion I can hardly wait for a video….

    Hugs from Nebraska.ReplyCancel

  • Margaret (Scotland)February 14, 2013 - 1:32 pm

    Hi Becca, not sad news, just news. At least we will still have you as our daily mentor. Sometimes, when a hobby becomes too overwhelming, it stops being a pastime that you love. Deadlines have a way of putting so much pressure on you, that you begin to resent what you have to do. I so admire you, for your honesty and courage, in taking such a step. You can always look back and say, “I did that, and did it well.” You go girl. We will always be here…the avid followers and fans.
    Love
    MargaretReplyCancel

  • Sandy HaysFebruary 14, 2013 - 2:40 pm

    To tell the truth… selfishly, I’m glad. I have missed you! As much as I admired your work with your kits, I really missed those beautiful random cards you would make. You are my number one “go to blog” when I need to make a really special card. Your choice of colors and your layering is a huge inspiration for me. Looking forward to more magic from the Layering Queen!ReplyCancel

  • DebbieFebruary 14, 2013 - 3:02 pm

    I am grateful for the kits I did receive and the inspiration they have provided. But as a blog reader, I see this as a definite mixed bag. While I will miss the kits and their beautiful contents – it would be good to see more of our projects and creativity too. I respect and admire your talent and courage – and those are things that can never be taken from you. Best wishes to you as you change paths – and know that you have a lot of admiration and support out here in the blogosphere.ReplyCancel

  • Teresa GrayFebruary 14, 2013 - 3:09 pm

    Thank you for this little note. I did Love the kits but I’m kind of happy because I haven’t had a chance to use them. I had signed up for the year. I loved the things you had designed for them and I loved the supplies inside but now I don’t have to feel bad that the box just sets there for “one day when I have the time”. Hugs!! Can’t wait to see the next door you step through.
    God Bless you.ReplyCancel

  • Francie in MontrealFebruary 14, 2013 - 3:35 pm

    Like most of your followers, I’ve got mixed emotions too. But one feeling overwhelms everything – I want what you want. You see, all of us like everything you do. You have no idea how much. So you do what’s best in your mind. Like a mama chicken, all us chicks will follow you online faithfully, where ever you go and whatever you do. Trust me on this.ReplyCancel

  • Monica LoreFebruary 14, 2013 - 3:47 pm

    Well, I’m going to have a moment of “sad” (being a subscriber to the wonderful kits), then I will congratulate you on looking into new things and am looking forward to seeing what you have up your sleeve. Good Luck!ReplyCancel

  • DonnaFebruary 14, 2013 - 4:15 pm

    Sorry to hear that but I understand. I am looking forward to seeing your new and innovative tutorials. I am finding that I don’t think outside the box much but you make up for that with your tutorials!

    Donna <ReplyCancel

  • Bert RiveraFebruary 14, 2013 - 6:51 pm

    I know you still have many wonderful projects ahead, with the next just around the corner. Best of luck.ReplyCancel

  • Desiree YoungFebruary 14, 2013 - 7:29 pm

    One word: heartbroken. I am glad things are good for you, but I am sad and I will miss your kit. :(ReplyCancel

  • ButterfliesFebruary 14, 2013 - 8:16 pm

    Good Evening Becca,

    I am so very grateful that you share your talent with us. I know that you have prayerfully thought through your decision. I am so looking forward to see what is in store for you in the future. Thank-you for all that you do.ReplyCancel

  • ButterfliesFebruary 14, 2013 - 8:19 pm

    Oh my goodness, I forgot! Is it still the 14th where you are??? Happy Valentines Day Becca!!!!ReplyCancel

  • FMFebruary 15, 2013 - 1:13 am

    I will miss these beautiful kits and will enjoy the ones that I have received. I full understand your decision and wish you well in your future endeavors.ReplyCancel

  • Deanne @ Three TreesFebruary 15, 2013 - 7:03 am

    Oh I am so sad – I looked so forward to receiving your kits in the mail. But I am happy that you are going back to something you love and that you are doing great :)

    Deanne :)ReplyCancel

  • Linda RoyaltyFebruary 15, 2013 - 9:37 am

    Becca, I have been one of the lucky ones to have all of your kits because I joined the kit club. I am so sorry that you will not be designing more kits, but God will open more doors for you. This I know. I love your blog and always read and watch what you are doing. Praying for you and your future. You are so very talented. God bless. :-)ReplyCancel

  • SusanFebruary 15, 2013 - 2:36 pm

    You don’t mention why the kits are being discontinued , and I must admit to being puzzled, for with 500 odd subscribers, surely profitability could not have been the issue. At any rate, I am one of .those subscribers, and I have been
    totally satisfied with the kits I have received. I have paid much more each
    month for scrapbooking kits, and did not receive as much product, or. carefully
    developed project instructions. The kits were lovely, and contained. almost infinite potential for creative use. Another bonus has been that I live in a
    town that does not have a dedicated scrapbooking store, and I loved
    Receiving products that are not normally available to me. Take pride in a job well done, and. best luck in. future. Endeavors.ReplyCancel

  • PamFebruary 15, 2013 - 4:25 pm

    Becca, i just got my February kit today, my very first one. I opened the box and everything in it is beautiful and I cannot wait to create with all of my new supplies. I got online to thank you for creating such beautiful products but sad to see that you will be discontinuing that endeavor. I have followed your blog for a long time now and have always respected your gorgeous creations and your blog. Although we will be missing out on great kits (probably the best one out there), it’s more important for you to be comfortable and happy in what you do. Have at it, we’ll be here looking over your shoulder hoping we can create something as half as beautiful as you do. Take care, luv ya! PamReplyCancel

  • MarianFebruary 15, 2013 - 5:42 pm

    I never had the pleasure of one of your kits, but I am so thankful that you are continuing with your blog and your lovely creations! I LOVE your talent and the fact that you share it. You have been a huge inspiration to me to start and continue with card making!
    Thank you
    MarianReplyCancel

  • Michelle CoonFebruary 15, 2013 - 6:48 pm

    Becca – While I am disappointed to hear that there will be no new kits I am very thankful that I have each of the ones that you designed. I love the stamps and dies and use them often. I am looking forward to seeing what is ahead for you.
    Blessings,
    MichelleReplyCancel

  • susanFebruary 15, 2013 - 8:39 pm

    Becca, thank you for all the wonderful kits. I have and will continue to enjoy them all. I can appreciate all the work and time you must have put into each one. I look forward to seeing where you go next in your journey. Thank you so much for sharing all your lovely work on line. Best wishes!ReplyCancel

  • Carla WmsFebruary 15, 2013 - 9:21 pm

    Becca: Thank you for sharing your talents with us. APG kits were the first and only paper kits I have ever subscribed to, primarily because I love the quality of your work. And although I am sad to see the kits discontinued, I am happy for you. Happy you are returning to your “first” love. I look forward to checking in and seeing all your beautiful creations and will continue to faithfully follow you. Wishing you God’s Best! CarlaReplyCancel

  • FebeFebruary 16, 2013 - 6:27 pm

    Becca I’m SO looking forward to the future and what it brings!
    I just purchased my first, and now, my only kit and know that I”ll enjoy it for years to come.
    But what I’ll enjoy even more is stopping by every now and then seeing something new you’re up to, something different you’ll be sharing.

    No saddness, just excitment for what tomorrow brings: more Joy!

    Wishing you the best, and wanting you to know, like everyone else, I’ll be here at your side!

    Onward and forward we go!

    FebeReplyCancel

  • Rachel BrooksFebruary 17, 2013 - 11:09 am

    I have them all – waiting to be used – but I’ll enjoy them when the time is right to create. I love your creations and those very special dies. They’ll be in use forever! I was at a point where I felt my budget was begging me to quit, but I just couldn’t bear to miss any kits, so this will help the budget! :) I know you’ll be moving in a new direction, and I’m sure you’ll continue to design stamps and dies that are all Becca! Good luck and congratulations for making a tough decision that is in your best interest!ReplyCancel

  • MagaliFebruary 17, 2013 - 11:27 am

    Becca!
    I am waiting for your response regarding my request for order 886
    Magali from BrazilReplyCancel

  • Cyndy WFebruary 17, 2013 - 12:23 pm

    Well Becca, I am sad to think that the kits are discontinued, I just bought my first on, received it yesterday and LOVE it. However, I LOVE you more and want you to be happy. There is no one in blog land that inspires me more than you, so if this decision helps you be happier, healthier, and more creative, then you have made the right decision and I accept it wholeheartedly. Now if you ever decide to “go away” completely, that is a different story. PLEASE DON’T DO THAT EVER! May the Lord bless you generously, as you bless all of us with your wonderful talents. Hold fast onto God’s perfect peace and find rest in his arms. Just let Him lead you and everything will be fine! Forever your fan.ReplyCancel

  • Charlotte ZweigoronFebruary 17, 2013 - 2:27 pm

    I have missed your heavier involvement in your blog and, at the same time, know that you needed a profit center in your life. Looks like we are both going to eventually get what we want and I will gladly have my wish take second place while you forge ahead. Best wishes for all your endeavors and thank you, dear friend, for being so instrumental in moving my love of paper crafting to a higher level. I have been very happy lately now that I have the new bow maker and the CD in my possession. At last my cards have that super finishing piece they were missing!ReplyCancel

  • TeresaFebruary 17, 2013 - 7:40 pm

    Becca, I will miss the kits. Yours was one I “knew” I would love, as your style is so wonderful. Other kits never hit the mark for me month after month. I am sad. That said I will be here checking your blog and enjoying the grace and talent you share with us.ReplyCancel

  • WendyFebruary 18, 2013 - 2:55 pm

    I am really bummed, I just found this site and was going to buy the february kit. I was so excited to find something that included stamps and dies. is it not available now?ReplyCancel

  • crocifissa817February 18, 2013 - 8:34 pm

    Becca thank you for sharing your God given talent with us. I am saddened that you will no longer be continuing with the kit club as it was exciting to wait for my kit each month. God has another blessing waiting in the wings. I will be on the look out for
    Future designs of yours.

    God Bless YouReplyCancel

  • EveleneFebruary 19, 2013 - 10:58 am

    I sincerely hope the Lord will continue to direct your path, and I’m sure whatever line of endeavor you will take now and in the future it is for your own best and His glory because He is the one who has endowed you with such a remarkable and amazing talent. All the best Becca!! You are well-loved.ReplyCancel

  • M CoxFebruary 19, 2013 - 5:38 pm

    I just finished doing the December Kit which everything turned out so beautiful. I was so proud when I stood back and looked at all that I had made with your ideas and was so pleased.
    My heart breaks, but you are a child of God and I feel he has bigger plans for you and your gifts.

    Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • Lorrayne IngramFebruary 19, 2013 - 7:51 pm

    Thank you for all that you share with your reads. Praying blessing for you.ReplyCancel

  • GmaKateFebruary 19, 2013 - 7:58 pm

    Becca, I’m so sad that you’re discontinuing the kits, but I respect your desire to concentrate on your blog. I will be proud to say that I have your entire collecton of kits, and will continue to be a faithful blog reader. As I keep using the various accessories and die cuts from the kits, I hope to be inspired by your talents. God bless you in your new endeavor of stamp collections!!ReplyCancel

  • SusanFebruary 20, 2013 - 8:25 am

    I’m glad you are excited about making videos again because I sure am! I get your blog updates just to look at your beautiful cards. They aren’t anything I am capable of making, but I sure do admire them.

    Looking forward to your new focus.

    SusanReplyCancel

  • glofloFebruary 20, 2013 - 11:48 am

    I loved the background of this so much I hope you don’t mind but I am using it as my cellphone wallpaper. Love your work..ReplyCancel

  • SueFebruary 21, 2013 - 9:16 am

    I love your work and follow you but thought your kits too expensive. Somehow, I thought they were basically the Spellbinders die and a stamp, with just enough paper to do four cards and I thought four cards at $57 was pretty high. I didn’t realize they included extra paper until I read your note and most of the comments and then you know that feeling, “Oh, no, these will no longer be available!”. It seems we appreciate more what is no longer there! So I looked up your kits to see what I would be missing and saw all the stuff included! It sounds like you send enough paper, etc. to make dozens of cards, so I ordered two kits.

    I am so thankful you will still be blogging. I don’t understand all this kind of stuff but I hope that somehow you are able to make your living while doing all this wonderful blogging and tutorials. When I first started looking at Spellbinders cards I noticed I was especially drawn to certain cards and in time came to realize they were yours! God has given you a great talent! Keep it up! You inspire us all! Southern SueReplyCancel

  • Gayle SchultzFebruary 21, 2013 - 11:07 am

    I really enjoyed knocking the socks off of my friends when I showed them each kit. Oh well, it seems I always get in on the good stuff at the end. On the plus side, maybe now you’ll be able to do the tutorial for the red snowflake card that you promised 2 years ago! Please???ReplyCancel

  • Myrna SweetFebruary 21, 2013 - 10:30 pm

    Becca: I received my final card kit in the mail today. Wow, you really put a lot of thought and effort into your card kits. I can’t even imagine the time it took you to reserch and design the kits. Your last was your best! Thank you for sharing your talent with us.

    xoxo MReplyCancel

  • Joan SchoppeFebruary 23, 2013 - 7:08 am

    Hi Becca,
    Your cards are so unique and beautiful. I check you website every day to see what wonderful creation you have come up with.
    I have a question that perhaps you can answer. I have been searching for a stamp that says :Truly great friends are hard to find, difficult to leave, and impossible to forget. Can’t find it anywhere and thought perhaps you could help.
    Thanks and Best Wishes,
    Joan SchoppeReplyCancel

  • SusanFebruary 23, 2013 - 1:57 pm

    Congratulations on all of your gorgeous kits Becca. I know that whatever you do, you will have many people eager to see your creations. May God bless you as you continue your creative and life journey.ReplyCancel

  • CarleneMarch 3, 2013 - 12:37 am

    I LOVE your work and have LOVED receiving each kit, each month. I am sad that I will not be able to look forward with great anticipation to see what beauty you design for us each month. With that said, I certainly understand when one must re-evaluate what is on one’s plate and make decisions that help and enhance our lives. I will continue to be a dedicated Amazing Grace blog follower!ReplyCancel
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