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Good Friday morning blog friends!  It’s been a busy week, I’ve been taking a class and it feels great blowing out the cobwebs up there in the old brain.  I’ve found myself very hungry to learn some of the things I have sitting here, but haven’t had the time or inclination to tackle.  I knew I would get around to it sooner or later.  In the meantime I do have a card to share today.  It was made using one of the September releases from Our Daily Bread Designs called Seed Packet.

I settled on using some My Minds Eye Paper – Lost and Found 2 – so beautiful and they all match!  I folded Spellbinders™ Labels Twenty across the top of my main panel like a valance then tied a bow across.  I stamped my sentiment on Spellbinders™ Labels Seventeen and framed it using Spellbinders™ Fancy Tags Two so that I could hang it from my bow, like a tag.  With a fine point Sharpie, I marked around the inside of Labels Seventeen, just to give the tag a border and some visual interest.  Lastly, inside the the frame on the design paper, I mounted a filigree trinket with Bazzill button and threaded my pearl pick through existing holes.

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Our Daily Bread Designs – Seed Packet
Paper: My Minds Eye – Lost and Found 2 – Breeze
Ink: Memento – Cocoa
Accessories: Spellbinders™ Labels Twenty, Spellbinders™ Fancy Tags Two, Spellbinders™ Labels Seventeen.  Bazzill Button, Pearls, Seam Binding, Satin Ribbon, Pearl Pick, Filigree, Recollections Flowers

Thanks for stopping by, I hope you’re making plans for a fabulous weekend.  I’ll see you soon!!

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  • DarlaSeptember 23, 2011 - 9:38 am

    Stunning!! This color combo is beautiful and that card is truly a work of art! This may just be one of my favorites of your creations!ReplyCancel

  • MaryannSeptember 23, 2011 - 10:06 am

    Oooooooh boy such a gorgeous card here Becca, and I just love blue, so it makes ot even more gorgeous to me he he he Love it.
    Have a great week-end hun and lots of fun.ReplyCancel

  • Pet73September 23, 2011 - 10:17 am

    Stunning – like always!!!ReplyCancel

  • Judy McMullenSeptember 23, 2011 - 10:20 am

    Beautiful! What a perfect setting you have created to showcase this awesome Bible verse!! Thanks, Becca, for the inspiration.

    And I’m hoping you will share what you are learning in the classes you are taking.ReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.September 23, 2011 - 10:25 am

    Beautiful layed out card and such a wonderful sentiment.
    ColleenB.ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)September 23, 2011 - 10:29 am

    This is a classic, Becca. Where do I start… First the colours you picked are perfect, the ribbon treatment and baby flowers are a joy and because of you, I’ve developed a penchant for decorative pins. Of course you are always about a mile ahead of me when it comes to displaying them. This card I think might be in my top ten favourites of yours. It’s a winner for sure.

    Hope you continue to enjoy your course. Best of luck to you. Be well. Be happy.ReplyCancel

  • BernieSeptember 23, 2011 - 10:33 am

    What a beautiful card! Love the colors and of course all the lovely Spellbinders layers. It’s always fun the learn something new, glad you are taking time to do something different you enjoy.
    Blessings BernieReplyCancel

  • Christine Harrop, Oxfordshire,UKSeptember 23, 2011 - 10:36 am

    A stunning card Becca and the blue looks really good. Hope you enjoy your weekend too.
    Love from Christine xxReplyCancel

  • Kathy ESeptember 23, 2011 - 10:52 am

    Super good-looking card…I think my favorite part is the framing with Fancy Tags 2! I just never think to look at my tags in the way you do and your results are always winners!! Thank you for sharing this lovely art work!ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenSeptember 23, 2011 - 10:59 am

    JUST BEAUTIFUL Becca!!!!!!!! LOVE that Blue! & the LOVELY stick pin!! The sentiment is WONDERFUL!!!!!! LOVE those scripture verses!!!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:00 am

    Just Beautiful….this is my favorite verse…..thank you

    I too am a little restless and have been thinking of taking some classes….I would love to know what classes you are taking…..b/c I don’t have a clue on the classes I want to take…..ReplyCancel

  • Theresa RomaniSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:01 am

    I’m speechless! This is so incredibly beautiful!!ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:02 am

    OOOOH…This is just stunning… Gorgeous colors and love the stick pin and jewel.ReplyCancel

  • michelle frasherSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:03 am

    how lovely! have missed seeing your work. it always makes my day. thanx.ReplyCancel

  • Grace NyweningSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:08 am

    Becca this is so beautiful! I love the soft tones and your wonderful layout! That filigree element is gorgeous!!!ReplyCancel

  • KathySeptember 23, 2011 - 11:10 am

    Lovely card and verse. I really like the colors you have used. I must get me some more Spellbinders.

    Have a fabulous day Becca.ReplyCancel

  • Edna BurgessSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:16 am

    Beautiful card. Like the verse and love the stick pin. EdnaReplyCancel

  • conniecrafterSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:30 am

    Beautiful framing of the verse, and love your metal embellishment with your pin, lovely papers too!ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:44 am

    Becca Gosh Becc, another beautiful card ……….Sure wish I thought like you
    do to come up with card a\fter card. I give you so much credit for thinking of all these cards and most importantly for shareing them with us. Hugs and Hugs
    to you for that.

    CynthiaReplyCancel

  • Janet DeLongSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:53 am

    Absolutely beautiful, you do such wonderful work!!ReplyCancel

  • Frances EricksonSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:53 am

    Becca I absolutely love all of your cards!!! Such blessed inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • AnnelieSeptember 23, 2011 - 12:21 pm

    Gorgeous as always, Becca. You always find just the right combination of elements that work perfectly for your creations. Thanks for sharing and good luck with your class.ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisSeptember 23, 2011 - 12:21 pm

    In a word stunning. I love the LO and the color combination. So much texture and layers. This is breathtaking. Beautiful work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • GaleSeptember 23, 2011 - 12:33 pm

    Becca,
    I love your blog, You give me inspiration and beautiful items to look at, Thank you so much, even if I get to just look at them. One day I will be able to have the time t do crafts. Thanks,ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BSeptember 23, 2011 - 12:39 pm

    Beautiful card. I need to remember that verse and take it to heart.ReplyCancel

  • Suzi YerkesSeptember 23, 2011 - 12:58 pm

    You make the most amazing items. Each piece is a work of art. Thank you for sharing all of your beautiful work, instructions and videos.ReplyCancel

  • DeniceSeptember 23, 2011 - 1:15 pm

    Beautiful card. I love the color and the Bible verse, this is one I have a special place in my heart for. A mustard seed starts small and then grows huge. Our faith, if correctly exersised, should do the same. God bless….. DeniceReplyCancel

  • Mary EdmondsSeptember 23, 2011 - 1:17 pm

    Becca you are such an inspiration to me!!!

    I LOVE all of your beautiful cards!!! I love the “bling” you add to each card! You have a gift from God my friend and you are using it to inspire other people to create beauty!!!

    Hugs to you!!!ReplyCancel

  • FrancineSeptember 23, 2011 - 1:51 pm

    I really like the look of this card but I don’t agree with the verse. Each day of my life I face the impossible but… It never stop me to believe. Bonne fin de semaine. FrancineReplyCancel

  • DelamaSeptember 23, 2011 - 3:25 pm

    I just enjoy your card today. It just feel like you just made it just for me and love saying on it. Great job!!!! Thank you for sharing.
    Have a great day :)
    DelamaReplyCancel

  • Jill NorwoodSeptember 23, 2011 - 4:48 pm

    Oh my this is sooooo pretty! Your cards always make me smile! Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara SwavelySeptember 23, 2011 - 7:09 pm

    Another amazing card. Absolutely beautiful!! Where do you find the stick pins and the gorgeous ribbon?ReplyCancel

  • tanjs souterSeptember 23, 2011 - 7:10 pm

    Such a beautiful card Becca, I can’t believe you hand drew that border with a sharpie – it looks so perfect!. You must have such a steady hand. Have a blessed weekend.ReplyCancel

  • Carol RSeptember 23, 2011 - 9:02 pm

    A beautiful card! Really like the sentiment and font used to express it. Great layout of this card too.ReplyCancel

  • Maxine DiffeySeptember 23, 2011 - 9:24 pm

    thank you for blessing us with this card – it is stunning!!
    Blessings
    MaxineReplyCancel

  • HeatherSeptember 24, 2011 - 3:54 am

    Beautiful card Becca – the colour combo is gorgeous and your attention to detail never ceases to amaze me. Stunning. tfs.
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • JessicaSeptember 24, 2011 - 6:11 am

    Absolutrly gorgeous as always Becca. TFSReplyCancel

  • EileenSeptember 24, 2011 - 10:53 am

    Beautiful,,,,,your layout and attention to detail is stunning. A very pretty shade of blue and the sentiment is so beautifully framed.
    LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • Sandy KrastinsSeptember 24, 2011 - 12:22 pm

    Absolutely beautiful! I would love to have a tutorial on making the beautiful stick pin embellishments you make. Where to you find the pins with the little stoppers on the ends? Thanks for inspiring us all every day!ReplyCancel

  • Carolyn G.September 24, 2011 - 3:31 pm

    Just beautiful!! The colors, the way you put it all together. Becca, this is just beautiful!!ReplyCancel

  • Dottie DavisSeptember 24, 2011 - 9:09 pm

    How lovely the pale blue is for this card. Just beautiful and soft. I love it!ReplyCancel

  • Karen ConnerSeptember 24, 2011 - 9:12 pm

    Your cards are beautiful! I love the way you wrapped the framing around the sentiment.ReplyCancel

  • Iris FrankSeptember 25, 2011 - 2:47 am

    Your creativity amazes me. Every card shows your love for our Lord! So beautiful and truly an inspiration. Thank you so much!ReplyCancel

  • MelodySeptember 26, 2011 - 10:49 am

    This is absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! Thanks for sharing such lovely works of art with us!!ReplyCancel

  • SusanSeptember 26, 2011 - 11:35 pm

    One of my most favourite verses on a beautiful card. Thank you Becca.ReplyCancel

  • Pet73September 27, 2011 - 2:21 pm

    This is gorgeous! So elegant!ReplyCancel

  • AnneSeptember 27, 2011 - 5:49 pm

    Beautiful verse – beautiful card!
    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • MarySeptember 28, 2011 - 8:49 am

    My goodness this is definately eye candy! Just stunningly beautiful. Yummy colors!! I could spend all day looking at your creative projects.
    I still want to be be Becca when I “grow up”.ReplyCancel

  • kendellSeptember 30, 2011 - 8:33 am

    Another beautiful card, I love the way you have framed the verse. Thanks for sharing once again. Kindest regardsReplyCancel

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Hi there blog friends!!  Just a reminder, you have a little more time to make it through the Waltzingmouse Stamps Blog Waltz and leave your name with the designers to have a chance to win!  In the mean time, I thought I’d pop in really quick with a how-to!!  Imagine that, I haven’t had a how-to in so so long but it just happens that I made extra pictures while I was creating just in case anyone asked.  Well, some of you asked so here it is.  Yesterday I showed you a little gingerbread cottage house that I created into a trinket box to hang on your tree and two were created as tasseled ornaments to hang on your tree.  They were made using Waltzingmouse Stamps set – A Cottage Christmas and A Cottage Home. They’re simple to make – here’s how . . .

For the ornament top or the box top you will need a piece of paper that is 8.5″ x 5.5″.   As shown above, score at 1/2″, 2″, 4.5″, 6″ from left side turn paper 90 degrees and score 1″ from bottom.

The scoremarks will guide you where to stamp each panel.  Start out by stamping the Christmas Cottage in the two larger openings, just like I’ve done above.  Emboss, if you like.

Mask the sides of the Christmas Cottage and stamp with the narrower, peaked roof stamp from A Cottage Home.  (I did the masking second because I was embossing and I didn’t want the residue from my low tack masking tape to interfere.  I masked, stamped, sprinkled embossing powder, then removed tape and applied my heat tool).

This is what the finished stamping will look like.

Cut as shown above — Snip the bottom into flaps that bend at the score line.  Snip from the top down to the “v” between the roofs and snip straight down to the peak of the roof.  Fold diagonally along the roof peak line.

You’ll need to make another score line just like I’ve done above.  On the large Christmas Cottage panels only, score from the valley to valley of the adjacent peaked  piece.

One last score . .  score across the entire piece at a point that will be just above all the peaks.

Does your piece look like mine?  Good, you’re ready to add Scor-tape.  Decorate as you wish, then remove your tape and assemble.  To me it seemed easiest to adhere along the side, adhere along the bottom then tackle the top last by punching a hole at the top and adding adhesive then threading through a ribbon loop for a holder.  Snip the top part of the peak portions if the tabs stickup too far.  To finish the ornament add tassels, loops or lace and velvet embellishment.

Want to make it as a trinket box?  The steps are the same except you’ll fashion a box bottom like this:


For the box bottom you will need a piece of paper that is 8″ x 4 1/4″.  Score at 1/2″, 1 7/8″, 4 1/4″, 5 5/8″ from left side, turn paper 90 degrees and score 1″ from the bottom.

Clip as shown above, apply Scor-Tape and assemble box bottom.
These were a ton of fun to make, I hope you’ll give them a try!!  Happy crafting!!

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  • Sheila-UKSeptember 21, 2011 - 3:22 am

    Great tutorial and thank you so much for sharing it with us Becca…..such a cute trinket box.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • Christien Harrop, Oxfordshire, UKSeptember 21, 2011 - 3:25 am

    Thanks for this tutorial Becca. I just love this snowy cottage.
    love from Christine xReplyCancel

  • Carolyn G.September 21, 2011 - 3:48 am

    THANKS BECCA! I was hoping this was coming! You’re terrific!ReplyCancel

  • Anne ( Midlands UK)September 21, 2011 - 4:26 am

    Thankyou so much Becca. I have been looking for something special to make for the ladies in the cardworkshop I go to- to hold a bracelet for their Christmas presents- I’ve just found it !!!!! Better get cracking. Anne xReplyCancel

  • Dianne CSeptember 21, 2011 - 5:14 am

    Love the idea and the cottage set. Thanks Becca. DianneReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkSeptember 21, 2011 - 5:53 am

    Thanks so much. I am saving it to my favorites file in its own category. You are so thoughtful. God bless.ReplyCancel

  • FrancineSeptember 21, 2011 - 6:06 am

    The explanation are very clear it looks not to difficult . This project is the first on my wish list .Merci for give it to us. Francine.ReplyCancel

  • Cheryl LeaSeptember 21, 2011 - 7:25 am

    Thanks for another fab tutorial. I can see lots of ways to use this little box–it’s so cute!ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenSeptember 21, 2011 - 7:50 am

    THANK YOU Becca! I LOOOOVE THESE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are SOOOO CREATIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)ReplyCancel

  • Carol LeaderSeptember 21, 2011 - 8:08 am

    Morning Becca. In July, 2010, you made a beautiful red and white pop-up snowflake card that you said you would make a demo on. I know you’ve said you’ve received many requests for it. In 3 weeks, I’m going to a stamping retreat and I make my Christmas cards there. Could you please make that demo video before then? Many thanks. CarolReplyCancel

  • Charlotte ZweigoronSeptember 21, 2011 - 9:03 am

    Thank you so much for this tutorial. It looks like it could be used for many things. I love this gingerbread look with the craft-type paper & white ink!ReplyCancel

  • Maria VillasenorSeptember 21, 2011 - 9:32 am

    Thank-you Becca for the instructions, I love your art and your clear guidelines
    are easy to follow.
    Maria V.ReplyCancel

  • HeatherSeptember 21, 2011 - 9:57 am

    Thank you so much for sharing the tutorial! I’m seeing some of these being made in my future :)ReplyCancel

  • TeresaSeptember 21, 2011 - 10:12 am

    These little ornament boxes are very cute. I hope we can look forward to seeing a tutorial on the folding card that you made earlier. Thanks for all the hard work you put in your creations even if you don’t get to the tutorial. God Bless.ReplyCancel

  • Sandra PolencheckSeptember 21, 2011 - 10:42 am

    These darling ornaments will make the perfect hostess gifts and/or such cute decorations for a gingerbread Christmas tree. I will give one to each person who visits over the holidays.ReplyCancel

  • Jean CSeptember 21, 2011 - 11:06 am

    Thank you for sharing the info. It helps to visualize the process.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenSeptember 21, 2011 - 11:29 am

    Hi Becca! Just HAD TO come back & leave another comment! WOW!!!!!!!! WHAT A BLOG HOP!!!!!!!!! Those ladies do AMAZING WORK!!!!!!!!! I was TOTALLY IMPRESSED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It was time WELL SPENT!!!! THANKS BECCA!!!!! ( Now, I REAAALLLLLY want that little Christmas cottage stamp set!!!!!!!!!! LOL ) :)ReplyCancel

  • BernieSeptember 21, 2011 - 12:52 pm

    Thanks Becca! I can see making these in different colors to form a Christmas village fill each with goodies then letting the grandkids take one as they leave.
    Blessings BernieReplyCancel

  • Robin GasserSeptember 21, 2011 - 1:21 pm

    Great how-to post on your adorable little house!
    I have been going through ALL your past blog posts–they are wonderful–it just is taking forever because here in the Missouri boonies we only have dial-up available :(.ReplyCancel

  • PamSeptember 21, 2011 - 3:04 pm

    Hi Becca – love the house projects. Any chance of a video tutorial on the “I have a secret” fold down house warming card?ReplyCancel

  • Jane SuperSeptember 21, 2011 - 3:39 pm

    Wow! Thank you Becca! Adorable and I love those Waltzingmouse stamps.ReplyCancel

  • Phil(omena) from Dublin, IrelandSeptember 21, 2011 - 4:55 pm

    Just think its gorgeous – love it all – the designs, the results – oh so lovely – delighted to know they originate in Northern Ireland – love all your work, so inspiring.ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BSeptember 21, 2011 - 4:59 pm

    You make it look a little easier but you are still amazing. Thanks for the tutorial!ReplyCancel

  • SusanSeptember 21, 2011 - 6:14 pm

    Your creativity never ceases to astound me Becca.ReplyCancel

  • RufusSeptember 21, 2011 - 8:39 pm

    Thanks for the tutorial, Becca! These are really cute. A while back you talked about a new bow that you were perfecting…can we hope that there will be a new Becca Bow soon?
    R/ReplyCancel

  • MarciaSeptember 21, 2011 - 8:54 pm

    Thank you tutuorial and it is a cute ornament.
    Love the ideaReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisSeptember 22, 2011 - 6:37 am

    Wonderful step-out tutorial. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Barbara BruderSeptember 23, 2011 - 12:20 am

    Another fabulous project. Thanks for the tutorial!!!ReplyCancel

  • FloSeptember 23, 2011 - 9:35 am

    Really cute. Thanks for the how-tos.ReplyCancel

  • Yvonne TuneSeptember 23, 2011 - 11:23 am

    Hi Becca you have the patience of a saint, I don’t think I could do this one,
    it’s so beautiful. wonderful tutorial as always.
    YvonneReplyCancel

  • Linda BandowSeptember 23, 2011 - 2:32 pm

    Thank you so much Becca…great simple tutorial and will be buying this stamp…perfect for my gift card gifts.ReplyCancel

  • Helen LeBrettSeptember 24, 2011 - 12:52 am

    Great tutorial!!! thanks: you’re too clever :-) (i’m bookmarking this so I can find it when I need it!)ReplyCancel

  • EileenSeptember 24, 2011 - 1:20 pm

    Thank you so much Becca, I am hoping to use this template for Christmas time pressies.
    LOL EileenReplyCancel

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Hi there blog friends!  I’m so excited, this is my first Waltzingmouse Stamps Blog Waltz and today we get to present the final stamp set of the four new sets that have been previewed in the last several days.  The stamps are available today plus the wonderful news is that you can win prizes just from waltzing along and looking at the goodies and leaving comments for each of the Design Team Members.  There are prizes hidden amongst us so, the more design team members you leave comments for, the greater your chances of winning.    Leaving comments will enter you into the drawing for a stamp set of your choice.  You’ll have until 11:59PM GMT, (5:59AM Central, 3:59AM Pacific, 6:59AM Eastern) on September 21st to enter your comments.  The winner will be announced on the 23rd on Claire’s blog.  If you have just left Tosha Leyendekker’s blog to get to me, then you are on the right track.  By the way, the entire hop list can be found on Claires Blog,  should you get lost.


For my project today, I’m using a new Waltzingmouse Stamp set called A Cottage Christmas.  Well I think you know how very partial I am to these little cottages – I thought the Cottage Christmas set would work up perfectly into a trinket/candy box and matching handmade tassel ornaments.  They are both made the same way, just like simple boxes or shall I say like a milk carton with the pointy top!!  I scored my box and stamped out four continuous panels of the house (two of the Cottage Christmas and two of the thin cottage portion with the pointy roof from A Cottage Home), then assembled.  Below is an ornament using cream seam binding for the tassel.

Then I made a similar ornament with red seam binding for the tassel.

I kept it simple using the white embossing powder and distressing with Vintage Photo Distress Ink.  I almost think these little house are a little addicting :-)

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Waltzingmouse Stamps – A Cottage Christmas, A Cottage Home
Paper: PTI Kraft, The Paper Company
Ink: Versamark, Vintage Photo Distress Ink
Accessories:Scor-Tape, White Embossing Powder, Seam Binding, Beads, Velvet Ribbon, satin ribbon, Pearls

Well, now I send you along your merry way — the next stop on the waltz is a fellow Design Team member that is new addition to the Design Team too – Clare Buswell!!  Get ready, everything she makes is utterly brilliant!!  Thanks so much for joining in – designing with the new stamps has been so fun – really!!  I hope to see you soon!!

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  • LindseySeptember 19, 2011 - 1:26 pm

    love it, just beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • PaulineSeptember 19, 2011 - 1:29 pm

    Stunning work Becca, i love the seam binding and the cosy feel to your ornaments.ReplyCancel

  • MajaSeptember 19, 2011 - 1:34 pm

    Gorgeous ornaments, love them.ReplyCancel

  • Shaji SivanandanSeptember 19, 2011 - 1:35 pm

    E excellent presentationReplyCancel

  • Jen TSeptember 19, 2011 - 1:45 pm

    Instant heirlooms!ReplyCancel

  • Julia AstonSeptember 19, 2011 - 1:47 pm

    what lovely creations Becca! love the ribbons on the ornament and fun beaded loop on the treat box!ReplyCancel

  • Amanda HSeptember 19, 2011 - 1:47 pm

    Becca, you have the most Brilliant of ideas, your so creative!! I keep coming to your blog for all the juicy eye candy and all the wonderful (and surprising why-didn’t-I-think-of-that) out of the box, ideas!! I love them, please keep them coming!!

    PS. You and Waltzing Mouse are a great fit!! Your creativity really shows off their stamps so well! My favorite creation is your first Blog Hop day (day one) with that awesome card house!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Rosie WaldtSeptember 19, 2011 - 1:48 pm

    Love your Christmas house!!ReplyCancel

  • christiSeptember 19, 2011 - 1:48 pm

    this is so cute. i bet your just loving the new opportunity with Waltzingmouse Stamps. keep up the super creativity you share.ReplyCancel

  • KathySeptember 19, 2011 - 1:56 pm

    They are fantastic! The white ink on the kraft colored cardstock gives the look of gingerbread! perfect choice for the house!ReplyCancel

  • Louise HSeptember 19, 2011 - 1:57 pm

    Wow, Becca, your projects just blow me away! They are stunning xReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanSeptember 19, 2011 - 1:58 pm

    So Beautiful…..what a charming way to add to your Christmas charm….did you put your tree up already????tfsReplyCancel

  • ToshSeptember 19, 2011 - 2:00 pm

    How clever, charming, creative and beautiful Becca!! Love your cottage ornaments and sweet little gift box! What a wonderful idea!ReplyCancel

  • JJ Bolton {Ribbon Girls}September 19, 2011 - 2:01 pm

    What a great idea! Your ornaments are just beautiful! Christmas must be amazing at your house:)ReplyCancel

  • Laraine RSeptember 19, 2011 - 2:01 pm

    Wow!! These are just stunning!! You amaze me everytime I check your blog!!ReplyCancel

  • Rachel BrooksSeptember 19, 2011 - 2:04 pm

    Love your ideas. What fun for you with a new direction.ReplyCancel

  • michelle frasherSeptember 19, 2011 - 2:04 pm

    yes, i agree with all the previous ladies. love this project. you come up with the niftiest ideas and execute them beautifully. thanx.ReplyCancel

  • lisa808September 19, 2011 - 2:13 pm

    They are all so pretty.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy in IdahoSeptember 19, 2011 - 2:16 pm

    This stamp set is great! love the white stamping.ReplyCancel

  • CathySeptember 19, 2011 - 2:25 pm

    Another wonderful project, Becca. The stamp set is so cute. Thanks for sharing.!ReplyCancel

  • Sherry LowmasterSeptember 19, 2011 - 2:32 pm

    What cute ornaments!! Where do you get watltzing mouse stamps? Is there anyplace in the US that sells them?ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonSeptember 19, 2011 - 2:38 pm

    Becca You new craft sets are blowing me right out of my crafting chair. The
    first set and last are fantastic and what you have done with them is just 10
    times more fantastic. How do you think of them. I don’t know how you do it,
    but I sure am glad. I love making cards like this.

    cynthia your #1 follower for many years nowReplyCancel

  • NancyL2648September 19, 2011 - 2:44 pm

    Gorgeous as always!ReplyCancel

  • Lesli FieldsSeptember 19, 2011 - 2:46 pm

    As usual, beautiful projects. I love these ornaments. When my children were small, I made a lot of gingerbread and paper decorations for the Christmas tree so my expensive glass ornaments wouldn’t be at risk of being broken by little fingers. These ornaments really bring back those wonderful memories. I might make some anyway, even though my children are old enough now to handle the ornaments without breakage!ReplyCancel

  • Deborah FringsSeptember 19, 2011 - 2:51 pm

    These are so pretty – and I can imagine them on the tree – looking gorgeous! Fab!ReplyCancel

  • SandieSeptember 19, 2011 - 2:51 pm

    What wonderful ornaments. Love the white against the kraft. Beautiful. xxReplyCancel

  • JoAnn B.September 19, 2011 - 3:01 pm

    Love them both. The white on Kraft is lovely. These cottage stamps are adorable. TFSReplyCancel

  • Kelly SchirmerSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:02 pm

    You are truly the Queen of 3D, Becca! This is a gorgeous idea for an ornament! Love the shape and the sweet trims you used. The sheer red ribbons are fantastic! You have truly made Claire’s cottage sets come to life. So incredible!ReplyCancel

  • Christine HarropSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:06 pm

    Hi Becca,

    Justt love your tree ornaments! Good luck with Waltzing Mouse

    ChristineReplyCancel

  • Sylvia/GeorgiaSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:08 pm

    Love, love this!ReplyCancel

  • Sherry PhippsSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:09 pm

    Another cute house! I will order this set today!!! Love both of your cottage projects!ReplyCancel

  • Miss GSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:09 pm

    AAAAwesommmmmmmmmeReplyCancel

  • MaryannSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:15 pm

    Soooooo stunning Becca. Everything you ever do is always so amazing, and so is it today. You are incredible girl, and I so love your work, and these stamps is just gorgeous too.ReplyCancel

  • Sarah MartinaSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:15 pm

    Oh my goodness these are incredibly SWEET! Beautiful work, Becca! Love the backdrop, too!ReplyCancel

  • l hamonSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:15 pm

    Hello Becca, I am so happy that your on this Waltzing Mouse team your projects are so enjoyable and inspiring. Looking forward to many more…thanksReplyCancel

  • Carol ESeptember 19, 2011 - 3:25 pm

    Love all your projects, thank you for creating and sharing them.ReplyCancel

  • KellySeptember 19, 2011 - 3:37 pm

    Awesome I tell you…totally awesome! But that comes to me as no surprise, everything you touch turns into a masterpiece!ReplyCancel

  • Kathy ESeptember 19, 2011 - 3:42 pm

    I love the little houses…great gift boxes! Super job!ReplyCancel

  • Clare BuswellSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:43 pm

    LOVE your ornaments, just beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Linda CarsonSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:45 pm

    Oh my goodness! Is this not a work of art or what!! God certainly blesses the work of your hands! Love it!ReplyCancel

  • Cheryl WSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:54 pm

    This is just too perfect, Becca. So unique. I love it!ReplyCancel

  • SianSeptember 19, 2011 - 3:55 pm

    This little cottage box is awesome! It should definitely house (see what I did there?!!) chocolates! :)ReplyCancel

  • Wanda CullenSeptember 19, 2011 - 4:09 pm

    Wow, I love your little gift box ornaments! Cute as can be!ReplyCancel

  • monica holmesSeptember 19, 2011 - 4:16 pm

    These cottages are soooo cute and these little milk carton style ornaments/gift boxes are the best idea for a special Christmas gift!
    you are seriously blessed with coming up with ideas!

    i am wondering how you did the fold up cottage in a card the other day.ReplyCancel

  • Moira GalarneauSeptember 19, 2011 - 4:22 pm

    What beautiful creations – love the detail on your cottages!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa FitzpatrickSeptember 19, 2011 - 4:25 pm

    Awesome ornaments! I just have to make some of those. :o)ReplyCancel

  • Kathy SSeptember 19, 2011 - 4:47 pm

    You are amazing first the pop up card using these cottages and now a gift bow- how do you see 3D in a stamp so easily-thanks again for the inspiration BeccaReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisSeptember 19, 2011 - 5:04 pm

    Such a pretty project. It would make a nice gift or a pretty decoration for the tree. If you make more you will have your own Christmas Village, beautiful work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Carol from kiwi landSeptember 19, 2011 - 5:06 pm

    More great projects.Love them all.More items to add to the ‘I want’ list but it seems for every item that comes off 2 or 3 go on.ReplyCancel

  • Betty BourassaSeptember 19, 2011 - 5:07 pm

    I just love your gift box. So gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • J BSeptember 19, 2011 - 5:07 pm

    Absolutely adorable! I have been eyeing Waltzingmouse stamps for awhile, they are so unique to anything else I’ve seen.ReplyCancel

  • carl bSeptember 19, 2011 - 5:08 pm

    Becca,
    I am partial to the little cottages also. I love what you did with the pop-up cottage card on the first day. You are one clever lady and Waltzing Mouse is lucky to have you.
    carol bReplyCancel

  • Laura IshamSeptember 19, 2011 - 5:12 pm

    How clever to turn that beautiful little cottage into an ornament! I’m so glad you were added to the Waltzingmouse DT so I could be introduced to your wonderful blog!ReplyCancel

  • Jan GarberSeptember 19, 2011 - 5:32 pm

    The wonder of all the little treats and surprises that you could put in those adorable ornaments!ReplyCancel

  • Charlotte ZweigoronSeptember 19, 2011 - 5:53 pm

    Having done miniatures and dollhouses for years, these little cottages would be a great temptation! Yours are beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Cheryl StaufferSeptember 19, 2011 - 6:22 pm

    I love the cottage stamp and I certainly like how you made it into just an adorable ornament!! Will you be sharing how to make the trinket/candy box later- please!!ReplyCancel

  • SharronSeptember 19, 2011 - 6:23 pm

    Love how you used the cottage to make an ornament—SO ADORABLE!ReplyCancel

  • Darlene PSeptember 19, 2011 - 6:24 pm

    Becca you are so talented! Thank you for the continued inspiration!!ReplyCancel

  • Kim WSeptember 19, 2011 - 6:24 pm

    Becca, Love your little houses. I would be tempted to make a bazillion for
    tree ornaments, and gifts for friends. Such a creative idea!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Lynn WildSeptember 19, 2011 - 6:30 pm

    What a fabulous idea! Is there a template for the box anywhere please?

    LynnReplyCancel

  • Carolyn G.September 19, 2011 - 6:41 pm

    Oh, Becca! Absolutely wonderful!! Love these little houses! What great little gifts they would make!ReplyCancel

  • Dianne CSeptember 19, 2011 - 7:04 pm

    So cute, love it. DianneReplyCancel

  • DelamaSeptember 19, 2011 - 7:07 pm

    I think you are great too with everything you make. I just think this little house you made is adorable and I like the new stamp that ya are trying out with. Thank you for sharing.
    Have a great week :)
    DelamaReplyCancel

  • Denise BryantSeptember 19, 2011 - 7:14 pm

    Absolutely divine! I love the kraft paper, and the lace trim and pearl embellishments you used! What a treasure….
    DeniseBReplyCancel

  • María Alba NegrónSeptember 19, 2011 - 7:33 pm

    Hi Becca!

    You never cease to amaze me!!! All your creations are just AWESOME!!!
    I want to be you so badly! I guess I will have to settle for almost there with my work, because although I consider myself a pretty nice crafter you just take the cake!!!! Keep inspiring me to do better every time! By the way I am subscribed to your blog and I have a folder just for your creations! I always find inspiration and walk away elated after I see your work! Keep it up!

    Cariños,
    ReplyCancel

  • Marge R. (mer)September 19, 2011 - 7:35 pm

    These are simply AMAZING (as always), Becca — between you & Claire’s imaginations, we can expect many treats to come!!! Congrats on being chosen for her fabulous DT!!!ReplyCancel

  • Francinev (montréal)September 19, 2011 - 7:46 pm

    love it……ReplyCancel

  • MarisaSeptember 19, 2011 - 7:54 pm

    Do you have a tree up all year round for picture taking purposes??!! Curious minds must ask LOL! Great projects.ReplyCancel

  • RufusSeptember 19, 2011 - 8:11 pm

    These are so sweet! I can see all sorts of possibilities. Glad to have you active again, Becca! Still looking forward to that new bow tutorial.
    Hugs,
    R/ReplyCancel

  • Marisa GrossonSeptember 19, 2011 - 8:33 pm

    Becca, Becca, Becca. As usual you bring out the beauty of any stamp set. WMS is lucky to have you in their DT. Keep up the great work. You inspire us all.ReplyCancel

  • Penny ReedSeptember 19, 2011 - 8:34 pm

    Oh Becca! Clever you! You never cease to amaze with your fabulous creations! What a cute idea for a small gift or candy. TFS!ReplyCancel

  • Jody HammondSeptember 19, 2011 - 8:36 pm

    Those are very elegant looking Becca. Did you have to put up your tree already to get the perfect picture, lol?ReplyCancel

  • KrisSeptember 19, 2011 - 8:44 pm

    Becca…you never cease to amaze me. Your creations are always so interesting and well,,,,,stunning!ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenSeptember 19, 2011 - 8:47 pm

    I LOVE THIS Becca!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Did you put your tree up JUST for these pictures??????? LOL I would LOVE to win this set!!!!!!!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Cathy WeberSeptember 19, 2011 - 8:51 pm

    Gosh I would love to see your Christmas Tree in person. It must be just packed with the most gorgeous hand-made ornaments…ever! This looks just like a little gingerbread house tied up on a tree, so beautiful Becca.ReplyCancel

  • SoniaSeptember 19, 2011 - 8:57 pm

    I love these little houses. What a great idea for ornaments! Such precious little cottages- who would not want a streetful of these on their tree?ReplyCancel

  • BarbSeptember 19, 2011 - 9:05 pm

    i love this Becca! i need to try to make some of these myself. please note that i said ‘try’ ;) beautiful design work this release (as usual). i’m loving these the new stamps so much!ReplyCancel

  • Jane SuperSeptember 19, 2011 - 9:18 pm

    Wow, I have been waltzing so much I am dizzy. You ladies are just plumb full of creativity. Thanks for sharing what you can do with these great products.ReplyCancel

  • RuthAnn KingSeptember 19, 2011 - 9:18 pm

    This set is so versitile and pretty, it is a must have. Love the ornament you did with it. Thanks for sharing, and chance to win. Take care. RuthAnnReplyCancel

  • SandyLSeptember 19, 2011 - 9:22 pm

    So lovely, Becca – going over to buy them right now!ReplyCancel

  • TeresaSeptember 19, 2011 - 9:43 pm

    this is just 2 cute. I love this stamp setReplyCancel

  • Debbie BSeptember 19, 2011 - 9:43 pm

    Becca, It is beautiful!. It is very graceful, like I picture you.ReplyCancel

  • jenSeptember 19, 2011 - 9:45 pm

    You always blow me away. Today is no exception. You’re such a wonderful addition to the WMS Team. Congratulations. And keep up the great work.
    Thank you for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Belinda LangnerSeptember 19, 2011 - 9:45 pm

    Wow, what a fabby box!!! PERFECT for the houses! So cool!ReplyCancel

  • Helen LeBrettSeptember 19, 2011 - 9:49 pm

    Amazingly beautiful little boxes: they would make such great gifts!! And your photos are lovely too (where did you find a christmas tree up and lit this time of year?) or is that photo magic :-) Welcome to the WMS family, and you are sure a great addition for those of us who look at all the creations, saying, “ooh, ahhh…” Thanks for the great ideas :-)ReplyCancel

  • sharonSeptember 19, 2011 - 10:00 pm

    I check your blog almost every day to see what beautiful things you come up with! I was not disappointed today either!ReplyCancel

  • Kim HSeptember 19, 2011 - 10:29 pm

    Those do look like they could be addicting lol Great ornaments or little gift boxes. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • erin tSeptember 19, 2011 - 11:15 pm

    Oh how precious!!!ReplyCancel

  • Mona PendletonSeptember 19, 2011 - 11:29 pm

    Darling project Becca! What a sweet treat presentation!ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaSeptember 19, 2011 - 11:58 pm

    wow…this is gorgeous.ReplyCancel

  • SamSeptember 19, 2011 - 11:59 pm

    All these marvelous cottage projects – I want my very own cottage! Love this idea Becca, TFS!!!ReplyCancel

  • Beverly TiemannSeptember 20, 2011 - 1:09 am

    Your work is always so lovely. Thank you for sharing it.ReplyCancel

  • Charmaine StackSeptember 20, 2011 - 1:13 am

    Lovely, Becca. Reminds me of those narrow Belgian houses. So glad Claire snagged you for her DT!ReplyCancel

  • DebbieDSeptember 20, 2011 - 1:14 am

    A clever use of this stamp for little house ornaments. Fabulous!ReplyCancel

  • AstridSeptember 20, 2011 - 2:28 am

    So very, very creative! Amazing creation!!!ReplyCancel

  • HeatherSeptember 20, 2011 - 4:30 am

    Becca….. How divine are these little boxes – you’ve created something gorgeous combining two stamps. Love it…. I’ll be making some of these with my grandchildren and I know they will be as excited as I am at the prospect. tfs
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • JessicaSeptember 20, 2011 - 6:39 am

    Oh My Gosh!!! I love little houses…must be that little girl in me…doll houses I guess. My mom had a very special one made for me…it was on legs with removable walls. I have very fond memories.
    As an adult, I’ve had this love of miniature houses of all kinds. I love this stamp set! And your creation. TFSReplyCancel

  • PeggySSeptember 20, 2011 - 6:53 am

    Great job on the ornament box. Love it.
    God bless,
    Peggy AllenReplyCancel

  • FrancineSeptember 20, 2011 - 6:59 am

    A little dream project. I like the color of the house. Francine.ReplyCancel

  • auntie emSeptember 20, 2011 - 6:59 am

    These little gingerbread cottages are so cute! Love the white embossing and all the lovely trims.
    Thanks for sharing! :)ReplyCancel

  • Barbara A.September 20, 2011 - 7:05 am

    That is so adorable!!! Thanks Becca for sharing your awesome talents with us all and keep them coming too!!!ReplyCancel

  • Monika/buzsySeptember 20, 2011 - 7:12 am

    Oh, Becca… these sweet ornament cottages look fabulous. The trim looks great on the bottom. :o)ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)September 20, 2011 - 7:14 am

    Delightful! And you stage your creations so beautifully. Just love the little cottage and think it would make a wonderful addition to any Christmas tree. That Becca brain is in high-gear!ReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.September 20, 2011 - 7:32 am

    Beautiful ornament, love the white and lace and seam binding, nice touch! ~gin~ReplyCancel

  • EileenSeptember 20, 2011 - 8:09 am

    These cottages are beautiful and loads of uses for them too! You are a great inspiration to us all Becca <3

    LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.September 20, 2011 - 8:14 am

    A wonderful design idea, I just love the cottages! You never cease to amaze me with your creativity! You are such an inspiration to me, ~Gin~ReplyCancel

  • bethann dSeptember 20, 2011 - 8:59 am

    so sweet. i love g’bread housesReplyCancel

  • Renee LSeptember 20, 2011 - 9:07 am

    This is so precious…
    love it!! :)
    Would love more instructions on the box…
    looks like a milk carton…
    but yet…
    not.
    An uber fabby ornament…
    just gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • Cheryl B.September 20, 2011 - 9:10 am

    This is a phenomenal idea. I love this “milk carton ” box. This would look great on my “Visions of sugarplums” tree as little gingerbread boxes. TFSReplyCancel

  • Evette K. CiampoSeptember 20, 2011 - 10:15 am

    An amazing project Becca. I love it. This stamp is wonderful and I want it big time. But hubby has cut off my spending for awhile so it will have to stay on my wish list for now. Boo hoo hoo. Thank you for the inspiration to come out of my box and make something besides a card. ekcReplyCancel

  • RudlisSeptember 20, 2011 - 11:01 am

    Becca, your project is just gorgeous, as always.ReplyCancel

  • conniecrafterSeptember 20, 2011 - 12:13 pm

    so creative and pretty, love the fringe on the ornament too!ReplyCancel

  • jean w.September 20, 2011 - 1:43 pm

    Oh Becca I love this stamp…you did it the other day on a pop-out card, I believe and now this ornament!!! Wow I would love to win this!ReplyCancel

  • ~ Ali Watson ~September 20, 2011 - 3:02 pm

    I was soooo looking forward top seeing what you would create with these Becca and again you just amaze me. FABULOUS!!

    Ali xReplyCancel

  • FMSeptember 20, 2011 - 3:57 pm

    Just love these little cottages, too! Becca, you are sooooo clever!!!ReplyCancel

  • Ruth KnappenbergerSeptember 20, 2011 - 4:46 pm

    Love these little houses, and especially I love all your masterpieces. You definitely have a god given gift which you so generously share with us. tfsReplyCancel

  • Jo Ann MooneySeptember 20, 2011 - 5:16 pm

    Becca, everything you make is so beautiful and elegant! I love your cottage ornaments. So pretty!ReplyCancel

  • peggysueSeptember 20, 2011 - 5:17 pm

    Oh my word, love that little 3-D house ornament, what a GREAT use of the set!ReplyCancel

  • Shannon WhiteSeptember 20, 2011 - 5:36 pm

    OMgoodness what a Wonderful Christmas Ornament! So Clever and Creative and down right Adorable! Love this! Thanks so much for the inspiration!

    Hugs
    ShannonReplyCancel

  • Gail BSeptember 20, 2011 - 5:45 pm

    Unique, as usual!!ReplyCancel

  • HeatherSeptember 20, 2011 - 7:37 pm

    I’m really loving the ornaments :) I hope you will post instructions on how to do these wink ;)ReplyCancel

  • Jo4HimSeptember 20, 2011 - 8:19 pm

    Adorable gift boxes/ornaments. These stamp sets are great. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Sue DSeptember 20, 2011 - 8:27 pm

    Fabulous idea!!ReplyCancel

  • Maria VillasenorSeptember 20, 2011 - 11:15 pm

    Becca, this little church is beautiful, I usually buy an ornament a year for each of my children, I think this year I will make them. Hope I win
    Maria VReplyCancel

  • BettySeptember 21, 2011 - 12:16 am

    Gorgeous projects Becca! Love your creativity!ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonSeptember 21, 2011 - 5:15 am

    Becca Can hardlty wait until I receie my ordered sets so I can see how you
    made your house and card. Much easier when I see your pictures, directions
    and sets. You are such a sweetheart to do this for us. I will think of you every
    time I see my house in the tree. Thank you again.

    cynthia beynonReplyCancel

  • CarolaSeptember 21, 2011 - 6:12 am

    Becca, your boxes are so gorgeous, I really love them very much. The white stamping on kraft looks so beautiful and I also like the lace, that makes it very elegant.

    Kind regards
    CarolaReplyCancel

  • AnyaSeptember 21, 2011 - 9:41 am

    Ohmygoodness! Seriously awesome! I went through your tutorial first (thank you so much, btw – I will certainly be trying this) and then I came to these pictures. Becca, these are just outstanding – a simple design yet they pack such a huge punch! Thank you so much for the overwhelming inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • FMSeptember 21, 2011 - 1:16 pm

    Becca, you are sooooo clever!!!ReplyCancel

  • playingwithpaperSeptember 21, 2011 - 3:25 pm

    The things you think of!!!
    I love little houses on the tree. My question is how in the world
    did you show them on a lit Christmas tree?? Did you put up
    and decorate a tree to show them to us?ReplyCancel

  • MarciaSeptember 21, 2011 - 8:57 pm

    Pretty nice idea!!ReplyCancel

  • Lori mSeptember 21, 2011 - 11:54 pm

    Becca, I’d just love to observe you work for one day if not more, just gorgeous once again, love your work, thank you for sharing all the inspiration.

    Hugs, Lori mReplyCancel

  • LisaKSeptember 22, 2011 - 8:55 am

    Another stunning creation. You are such an inspiration. I would never have thought to use my stamps in this way!ReplyCancel

  • Sylvia/LittleTreasuresSeptember 23, 2011 - 10:27 am

    Unbelievable!!! You are like a Magician with Paper. If there was a Paper Heaven you’d be right at the TOP. Love this design Becca.ReplyCancel

  • ElviraSeptember 25, 2011 - 9:47 am

    Adorable!ReplyCancel

  • helenOctober 2, 2011 - 2:53 pm

    adorable!!! thanks for sharing the how-to!!ReplyCancel
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