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Happy Monday blog friends!!  Today I’m hopping along with good friends at Stamper’s Dream and I have to tell you that it’s certainly a delightful way to start the week.    I’m sharing a set chock full of wonderful sentiments, including one of my very favorite quotes.  I’ll very easily use every sentiment in this set, with a couple of totally awesome ones that I haven’t heard before.  They all come from the Life Clear Stamp Set by Impression Obsession and I found them at Stamper’s Dream.

You’ll laugh but my card started with the crochet rose.  Once I got started on these roses, I made a little stash!  I love to crochet and quick and simple things like this make me really feel like I’m doing something.  Once I had my rose done, I picked paper and dyed ribbon.  Can every card making day be like this?   Please?

I have a second card today and it’s based on my the thing I use to prime my mojo each week.  The sketch is Mojo195.   I tackle it because I give myself only an hour or two on Monday morning to get it done, so I get a little sense of accomplishment starting off  the week.  It gave me an opportunity to use another of the flowers I crocheted (this one was the first) and it was the perfect sketch for me to include another of the sweet sentiments in the Life Clear Stamp Set.   If you want to make a similar rose, simply google “crochet rose” – I was amazed how many patterns were out on the internet for these coil type roses.

SUPPLIES I USED

Stamps: Stampers Dream – Life Clear Stamp set by Impression Obsession
Paper: Pink Paislee, Strathmore, Coredinations
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black, Brushed Corduroy Distress Ink, Antique Linen Distress Ink
Accessories: Spellbinders Fleur de Lis Square, Spellbinders Lacey Ovals, Spellbinders Classic Squares LG, Spellbinders Classic Ovals LG, seam binding, Tim Holtz Brass Corner, Pearl Pic, Zva Creative Pearls, Prima Lace

Second Card
Paper:  K&Co, Bazzill, The Paper Company
Ink:  Colorbox Chalk Ink – Blush Rose
Accessories:  Spellbinders Lacey Circles, Spellbinders Lotus Pendant, Spellbinders Labels Twenty, Lace, Seambinding, Pearls, Button

I hope you’ll surf through some of the fine talent that lay in store during the Stampers Dream Blog Hop. Michelle has hidden blog candy along the path of hoppers, so the more comments you leave, the better your chances of winning.  The winner will be announced on the Stampers Dream Blog on Thursday evening, June 16th.  Good Luck!!  You can see a pick of the winnings at the bottom of my post :-)

Stampers Dream and Friends Blog Hop List
1. Debbie Olson 11. Arlene Cuevas
2. Becca Feeken – You Are Here! 12. Charmaine Ikach
3. Michelle Rodgers 13. Mariana Grigsby
4. Laurie Schmidlin 14. Lea Lawson
5. Amy Sheffer 15. Joan Ervin
6. Denise Marzec 16. Teresa Kline
7. Tosh Leyendekker 17. Jeanne Streiff
8. Mona Pendleton 18. Kellie Fortin
9. Cindy Lawrence 19. Christina Fischer
10. Silke Ledlow 20. Jo Thompson

Here are the goodies you can win!



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  • Martha HJune 13, 2011 - 6:05 am

    Your card is beautiful. I wouldn’t expect anything less. Thanks for the chance to win.ReplyCancel

  • Mary JoJune 13, 2011 - 6:10 am

    Oh the flower is so special. The card is stunning. Becca you never let us down. How are you able to come up with such beautiful cards each time. Thank you.ReplyCancel

  • AlexandraJune 13, 2011 - 6:12 am

    Hi Becca,

    love the card. Especially love the rose! I do crochet a lot, too and love it. Is it possible to get a pattern for that rose? It looks so nice.
    Love, AlexandraReplyCancel

  • Angel hawksJune 13, 2011 - 6:17 am

    I love your crocheted rose. That is so fabulous. I also like the multiple layers if diecut frames. Excellently done.ReplyCancel

  • BethJune 13, 2011 - 6:19 am

    Gorgeous card, as always, Becca! LOVE that beautiful rose! More beautiful than others I’ve seen….could you please share a link to the directions? Have a wonderful week!ReplyCancel

  • SoniaJune 13, 2011 - 6:22 am

    I love your card. The elements that really call to me are your beautiful crocheted flower, the lace, and the background paper. As always- a beautiful card!ReplyCancel

  • Tina BailieJune 13, 2011 - 6:23 am

    Lovely!ReplyCancel

  • terriavidreaderJune 13, 2011 - 6:24 am

    Lovely. Just lovely.ReplyCancel

  • ToniJune 13, 2011 - 6:24 am

    How cute . . . the rose. Hope you will share the how-to with us. Lovely card, as usual.ReplyCancel

  • DebbiJune 13, 2011 - 6:25 am

    Love that crocheted rose! You amaze me, Becca, with all the things you know how to do. You must be very fast at crafting in order to be able to post new projects each and every day. You’re my hero!ReplyCancel

  • Dianne CJune 13, 2011 - 6:31 am

    Lovely card Becca, do you have the pattern for your rose you could share with us????? I have never seen a rose so beautiful. DianneReplyCancel

  • Judy BeckerJune 13, 2011 - 6:35 am

    Beautiful Card as always, I love the rose it makes it so special, I would love to have the pattern too. You have such a beautiful feeling in your cards, keep up the wonderful work and inspriation.ReplyCancel

  • MaryAnneJune 13, 2011 - 6:35 am

    You are the best!!! Thank you for another beautiful card.
    MaryAnneReplyCancel

  • GloriaJune 13, 2011 - 6:40 am

    Oh my,oh my,oh my another gorgeous card Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Dotty AJune 13, 2011 - 6:42 am

    Your card is just so fresh and beautiful…. love your coloring and the lovely papers you choose too. This is going to be a FUN hop… so off I go!!ReplyCancel

  • TanjaJune 13, 2011 - 6:44 am

    lovely card Becca – could you please publish your pattern for the crochet rose?ReplyCancel

  • Jenny LavenderJune 13, 2011 - 6:51 am

    Gorgeous as usual! Thanks for sharing your amazing talent! Thanks for a chance to win!

    Jenny L.ReplyCancel

  • FrannieJune 13, 2011 - 6:58 am

    I LOVE the rose. How did you crochet it? You are awesome..ReplyCancel

  • AdairJune 13, 2011 - 6:59 am

    Beautiful! I love your crocheted rose!ReplyCancel

  • CharlotteJune 13, 2011 - 7:00 am

    Another beautiful card. And, I love your crochet rose. It’s so very lovely. Could you share the directions with us? Hope you have a wonderful week.ReplyCancel

  • CaroleJune 13, 2011 - 7:01 am

    Your multitalented Becca, Beautiful cardReplyCancel

  • Judy I, St. Louis MOJune 13, 2011 - 7:02 am

    Beautiful card. The crochet rose is gorgeous. I only know how to chain stitch, but I’d love to see the pattern too and maybe I could get a friend to show me the other stitches involved.ReplyCancel

  • Colleen HagermanJune 13, 2011 - 7:07 am

    love the quote – beautifulReplyCancel

  • CarolJune 13, 2011 - 7:07 am

    Gorgeous card. Love that crochet rose!!ReplyCancel

  • JessicaJune 13, 2011 - 7:09 am

    Hey Becca, I love that rose. Is it just a strip of single crochet then rolled into a rose? Very sweet. I too love that sentiment.
    Thanks for sharing, and a chance to win too!
    Hugs, JessicaReplyCancel

  • LucyJune 13, 2011 - 7:10 am

    Oh Becca, I wish you lived near me; there are so many things you do well! I want to be able to verbally encourage you for all the great ideas you share. Instead, I will pray that you our Lord helps you connect the dots of what a blessing you are to many of us! I love the use of all the elements!ReplyCancel

  • june lanumJune 13, 2011 - 7:10 am

    gorgeous card, so detailedReplyCancel

  • Marilyn BronsonJune 13, 2011 - 7:17 am

    Wow, lovely and intricate, just what I have come to expect from you. Love the rose too — I will have to try one of those.ReplyCancel

  • JeanJune 13, 2011 - 7:21 am

    Good morning Becca ~ as always your card displays your flair for the beautiful and elegant. I really like the way you used the offset swirl and the sweet touch with the crocheted rose. Love your card. Thank you. Blessings.ReplyCancel

  • MarianJune 13, 2011 - 7:23 am

    Oops…probably not supposed to post about the poll here, but I did! Gorgeous card Becca…you still manage to amaze me with your creative beautiful choices of color and mixing and matching the templates!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJune 13, 2011 - 7:28 am

    This is beautiful Becca, love the colors and the layering. You always layer so nicely. You use different dies that work so well together and they are things that I never think of. I love the sentiment too. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Loraine ThorpJune 13, 2011 - 7:32 am

    Beautiful card Becca.Love thar crocheted rose.Wish I had the pattern for that one.Do you use embroidery floss to make the flowers?ReplyCancel

  • Susan McMenaminJune 13, 2011 - 7:34 am

    What a great co-op-JustRite and Spellbinders!!Beautiful card creation, Becca.ReplyCancel

  • SassyJune 13, 2011 - 7:35 am

    I am not much of a planner when it comes to making cards … I just start… so I can totally relate to starting with the crocheted rose. Beautiful result!ReplyCancel

  • CarolJune 13, 2011 - 7:42 am

    Gorgeous Card!! Love your crochet flower!ReplyCancel

  • chriss blagraveJune 13, 2011 - 7:44 am

    Love your colours, layering and that gorgeous crocheted rose!ReplyCancel

  • Pat PJune 13, 2011 - 7:45 am

    lovely and how true!
    Do you have a pattern or source of pattern for the rose?ReplyCancel

  • Lisa PJune 13, 2011 - 7:47 am

    So beautiful! I love all the details. thanksReplyCancel

  • Mary Ann TJune 13, 2011 - 7:48 am

    I laughed when I read that you started with the rose. Sometimes you get a lovely embellie and make several cards and it never quite works with where you end up. So, to my mind, tt makes total sense to start with the embellie and go from there (or else we’re both crazy).ReplyCancel

  • Lillian ChildJune 13, 2011 - 7:49 am

    Simply lovely, Becca!! LOVE that crocheted rose … any chance you would be willing to share the instructions?ReplyCancel

  • Beth MallowJune 13, 2011 - 7:51 am

    Another beautiful card. I just love the colors & all the different textures you used. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • JerryJune 13, 2011 - 7:53 am

    I love the details in your cards. I keep going back and seeing something I had missed. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • KayJune 13, 2011 - 7:53 am

    Beautiful card, love the antique feel and colors. The sentiment is wonderful, I need that set!ReplyCancel

  • EileenJune 13, 2011 - 7:59 am

    Another beautiful card Becca……and what a beautiful crocheted rose. My grandmother tried to teach me crocheting but I was never as good as she was, my tension was never just right…she also taught me to knit socks, gloves etc which I was quite good at ,,,,she could never understand why I could keep my tension with my knitting and not my crocheting! Never mind, we can’t be good at everything can we? So now I just sit back and admire other peoples crocheting…like yours for instance!
    LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • PJ HarringtonJune 13, 2011 - 7:59 am

    Becca, This is beautiful !! Your blog is in the top three that I try to hit everyday!!! Your work is outstanding and I love your Becca Bits!! TYReplyCancel

  • Ann I.June 13, 2011 - 8:01 am

    Gorgeous card, as always! Love that rose, wish i could crochet like that!ReplyCancel

  • Shelley C.June 13, 2011 - 8:03 am

    Beautiful card. The rose really is a highlight on the card. Love it.ReplyCancel

  • KathieJune 13, 2011 - 8:08 am

    I love how you used the “real” lace.ReplyCancel

  • KimJune 13, 2011 - 8:10 am

    thank you for all the beautiful cards you create and share with us. I like the rose, will you teach us how to crochet it? ThanksReplyCancel

  • Carol RJune 13, 2011 - 8:14 am

    Lovely design with everything on this card. Beautiful crocheted rose too!ReplyCancel

  • AimeeJune 13, 2011 - 8:14 am

    Beautiful card.. Love your bowsReplyCancel

  • VailJune 13, 2011 - 8:20 am

    This is a beautiful card, love the crocheted rose, very pretty.ReplyCancel

  • EveJune 13, 2011 - 8:21 am

    Bewundere wieder einmal Deine Kreativität.

    LG EveReplyCancel

  • Judy CookJune 13, 2011 - 8:23 am

    What a beautiful card. I love all the colors and the cute little flower. Sometimes I start out wanting to use something in a card and then create around it. It can be a real challenge sometimes.ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJune 13, 2011 - 8:23 am

    Oh this is so beautiful Becca….the sentiment is so lovely and the rose is gorgeous.I would also love to be able to do it too.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • Ronda A.June 13, 2011 - 8:24 am

    Amazing card and those roses are to die for….thanks for sharing and a chance to win!ReplyCancel

  • Stephanie LeeJune 13, 2011 - 8:25 am

    This is a very beautiful card Becca!! Love the layering you did with the nesties.ReplyCancel

  • NANCY PROUDFITJune 13, 2011 - 8:25 am

    Well you have truly found the beautiful, as always. Thanks, Becca, for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Jean SJune 13, 2011 - 8:26 am

    Hi Becca, gorgeous, as always!! Thanks for sharing….ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJune 13, 2011 - 8:27 am

    Becca!
    This is SOOOO LOVELY!!!!!!!! I REALLY like the little swirl of pearls off to the side of your sentiment!!!!!!!! AND YES, the little crocheted rose is BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Your color choices are WONDERFUL!!!!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • kathyJune 13, 2011 - 8:28 am

    I love the layering! Great card! Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Karen WeddingJune 13, 2011 - 8:32 am

    As usual, you have made an incredible card. So beautiful. Great job again! I love your color combination on this card. Very pretty.ReplyCancel

  • ConnieJune 13, 2011 - 8:33 am

    Becca, we so enjoy all your beautiful cards and blog. I really enjoy your how-to videos on new methods. Keep up the good work and keep teaching us new “tricks” to wow our families and friends! Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • DorothyJune 13, 2011 - 8:40 am

    Question: Can we comment or visit only 4 blog hop spots? Or is there onlt 4 per day allowed? This is the first time I received the message “can not open another page you have reached your maxmum.” Help!ReplyCancel

  • Luanne FordJune 13, 2011 - 8:41 am

    Gorgeous! Love the pearls and your fabulous flower!ReplyCancel

  • Jan GavinJune 13, 2011 - 8:50 am

    Crochet roses – darling!!! Directions PLEASE (I can crochet, although haven’t in a long while – looks like fun!)ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJune 13, 2011 - 8:50 am

    This is gorgeous Becca. Beautiful colors and beautiful details.ReplyCancel

  • RubyJune 13, 2011 - 8:54 am

    I just love this card… and your favoirte color Pink! Tks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Rachel LoeschJune 13, 2011 - 8:54 am

    Another beautiful creation, and the rose tops it off! Love the colors on your extra card, too!
    ~Rachel in SacramentoReplyCancel

  • RubyJune 13, 2011 - 8:54 am

    Beautiful card… and your favorite color… Pink. Tks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • PamelaJune 13, 2011 - 8:55 am

    Amazing card! I love the colors, the ribbon and the verse!ReplyCancel

  • Judy HJune 13, 2011 - 8:55 am

    A beautiful card as always. I too keep caches of elements I make but never seem to create the perfect card to use them on.ReplyCancel

  • Gail GanongJune 13, 2011 - 8:59 am

    These projects are so PRETTY IN PINK!ReplyCancel

  • KayleneJune 13, 2011 - 8:59 am

    Your cards are amazing!ReplyCancel

  • JudyJune 13, 2011 - 9:01 am

    your cards are always so beautiful…so full of love .ReplyCancel

  • Gail GJune 13, 2011 - 9:02 am

    SO PRETTY IN PINK!ReplyCancel

  • Beth PollockJune 13, 2011 - 9:04 am

    Beautiful cards Becca and I am going right out and search for those great little crocheted roses! I love to crochet too and what better place for some crochet than a card! Becca, if I happen to win this blog candy please pass it on to another as I won in Michelle’s last blog hop! Thanks!
    Hugs,
    Beth PReplyCancel

  • Barbara BruderJune 13, 2011 - 9:04 am

    Your card is just so beautiful!!!ReplyCancel

  • MarilynJune 13, 2011 - 9:05 am

    Your cards are like a breath of fresh air! I love the pinks, embellishments and ribbons! Your work is just beautiful.
    Enjoy your week.
    (hopefully this won’t be a duplicate post, not sure the other one went thru)ReplyCancel

  • Lesley BrownJune 13, 2011 - 9:10 am

    What beautiful cards, Becca. I love that rose…looking at it, I can think of so many possibilities! Alas, I cannot crochet….but I can learn! Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • HopeJune 13, 2011 - 9:22 am

    You are amazing talented! Thanks for sharing.
    ~HopeReplyCancel

  • NadineJune 13, 2011 - 9:27 am

    Becca, I looooooove your work. Every single card is wonderful. I found your blog today and couldn’t stop watching. Thanks for inspiring me.

    NadineReplyCancel

  • ChristarJune 13, 2011 - 9:36 am

    I’m always in awe of your creations. Such a beautiful card. Thanks for a chance to win.ReplyCancel

  • Sally GasparriJune 13, 2011 - 9:42 am

    The crocheted roses are lovely but it seems like a lot of work for one card. You spend a lot more time on one card than I do, but then your cards are a million time more beautiful than mine too. Your work is gorgeous Becca. I really love your videos and Becca Bits too. Thanks for everything you do for us.

    Sally GasparriReplyCancel

  • kendraJune 13, 2011 - 9:44 am

    Wow, these cards are sooo beautiful! I need to learn how to crochet those flowers, they’re stunning!ReplyCancel

  • Candy MeyersJune 13, 2011 - 9:46 am

    As always, your cards are beautiful. Thanks for sharing your talents with us. The prizes for this blog hop are great. These are such fun, and even if one doesn’t win, they do get to see a lot of wonderful ideas.
    Candy MeyersReplyCancel

  • DarlaJune 13, 2011 - 9:47 am

    Wow! What beautiful cards and I LOVE the crocheted rose!ReplyCancel

  • Ruth Ann SmithJune 13, 2011 - 9:47 am

    Lovely cards, love the flower. I haven’t crocheted in years, maybe I should try again.ReplyCancel

  • Carol EJune 13, 2011 - 9:48 am

    The cards are just beatiful I love the rose, and all the pinkReplyCancel

  • CaroleJune 13, 2011 - 9:51 am

    Wow Becca thats beautiful like all your workReplyCancel

  • Carol EJune 13, 2011 - 9:52 am

    Your cards are just beautiful and I love the rose and all the pinkReplyCancel

  • Mary Amm LJune 13, 2011 - 9:52 am

    Wow! Love the rose.ReplyCancel

  • bethann dJune 13, 2011 - 9:53 am

    beautiful and romantic. love that rose. i might have to learn how to crochet.ReplyCancel

  • AndreaJune 13, 2011 - 9:53 am

    Absolute perfection! :)ReplyCancel

  • EleanorJune 13, 2011 - 9:54 am

    Oh my, Becca, those roses are darling and I am going to google for them! Both cards are soooo beautiful and I love the sentiments. Also, the layering of the nestabilities is fantastic.ReplyCancel

  • FernandaJune 13, 2011 - 9:57 am

    The flower is just gorgeous- you are so talented bless you!ReplyCancel

  • lizJune 13, 2011 - 10:01 am

    Stunning you always make us think outside the box, thanks for another great card to get our days going.ReplyCancel

  • MickieJune 13, 2011 - 10:03 am

    OH OH OH, I love those little flowers. Beautiful cards Becca.ReplyCancel

  • Carol EJune 13, 2011 - 10:03 am

    Your cards are just beautiful and I love the rose and all the pink you used.ReplyCancel

  • Laura (sandytoz)June 13, 2011 - 10:04 am

    So very pretty Becca!ReplyCancel

  • FranJune 13, 2011 - 10:14 am

    Becca; you are truly an inspiration with your lovely creations each and every day!ReplyCancel

  • Sandy KrastinsJune 13, 2011 - 10:14 am

    Becca,your cards are always sooo beautiful. I love the sayings you pick and as always the beautiful layers of design involved. Thanks for the opportunity to win blog candy.ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)June 13, 2011 - 10:16 am

    Oh my! It just doesn’t get any prettier than these two cards! I love the crocheted flowers. You just get better and better. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.ReplyCancel

  • Selene KemptonJune 13, 2011 - 10:25 am

    These are simply breathtaking!ReplyCancel

  • MelbaJune 13, 2011 - 10:28 am

    Beautiful cards as usual!! I need to start making some of those crochet roses.ReplyCancel

  • DeniceJune 13, 2011 - 10:29 am

    Beautiful card as usual. How do you get your crocheted roses to stay put on your card and the lace also? I can’t figure out how to make them stay in place. Love your work and think you should put out a book of all your lovely cards. God bless…… deniceReplyCancel

  • Lea LawsonJune 13, 2011 - 10:32 am

    These are beautiful! I just love the crocheted roses!!ReplyCancel

  • Cheryl StaufferJune 13, 2011 - 10:32 am

    Becca, you have chosen a wonderful sentiment to accent your gorgeous cards. I love your crocheted roses – guess I should of learned how to crochet when my mother wanted me to learn as a child so then I could make these terrific flowers! Thank you again for sharing your beautiful creations with us all!ReplyCancel

  • Michelle RJune 13, 2011 - 10:38 am

    Becca, these are absolutely GORGEOUS!!! You never cease to amaze me with your talent and creativity! Thanks for joining us today, my dear friend!ReplyCancel

  • JudyJune 13, 2011 - 10:39 am

    Beautiful cards! Love your roses!ReplyCancel

  • Patty PriceJune 13, 2011 - 10:42 am

    Becca, your cards are absolutely gorgeous! WOW! Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Cri WatsonJune 13, 2011 - 10:51 am

    What lovely cardsReplyCancel

  • Joan ErvinJune 13, 2011 - 11:00 am

    I just love both of your beautiful pink creations, Becca….your crocheted roses are absolutely gorgeous!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • OlenaJune 13, 2011 - 11:02 am

    Lovely. Just lovely. OlenaReplyCancel

  • Renee VanEppsJune 13, 2011 - 11:04 am

    OMGoodness these are breathtaking cards!!! Thank you so much for telling us how to find those roses! I was really hoping to find out if you sell them on Etsy or something?? I would buy a TON if you did!! Great jobReplyCancel

  • JoJune 13, 2011 - 11:04 am

    Your cards came out beautiful Becca! I wish I had the knack to crochet.ReplyCancel

  • Lorie HethornJune 13, 2011 - 11:05 am

    Wow! What beautiful cards! I to crochet and have thought of adding crocheted flowers to my projects. I really got into making grunge roses and prima flowers, but the crochet flowers are so elegant.
    Thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Laurie SchmidlinJune 13, 2011 - 11:07 am

    Wow, Becca your cards are beautiful! I especially love your charming flowers!ReplyCancel

  • JudyJune 13, 2011 - 11:09 am

    Love all that you do. First thing that I look at in the morning. Do you have a tutorial on the crochet flowers? Thank you for being an inspiration all of us.ReplyCancel

  • Jennifer RJune 13, 2011 - 11:13 am

    What a gorgeous card. So pretty!ReplyCancel

  • Rebecca FrancisJune 13, 2011 - 11:32 am

    Wonderfully Gorgeous!

    Rebecca
    ReplyCancel

  • Anita PilmanJune 13, 2011 - 11:35 am

    What a lovely card!ReplyCancel

  • GemmaJune 13, 2011 - 11:40 am

    I enjoy checking in on your blog every morning, and am amazed with your talent. You are a minister to creative souls. God Bless you!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara TJune 13, 2011 - 11:46 am

    you are one talented lady Becca. Love that crocheted flower!ReplyCancel

  • Janice P.June 13, 2011 - 11:48 am

    I love that flower. I will have to try it too. Pink is so pretty in this card.ReplyCancel

  • carolineJune 13, 2011 - 11:50 am

    Normally I don’t like pink (except for baby girls) but in this project I love it.ReplyCancel

  • Cheryl WJune 13, 2011 - 11:56 am

    Your crocheted roses are like little confections atop your cards. Love them. The sentiments you chose are wonderful. TFS and thanks for the chance to win the goodies.ReplyCancel

  • Tanya PhillipsJune 13, 2011 - 11:56 am

    Gorgeous cards Becca! I love those flowers.ReplyCancel

  • SherrylJune 13, 2011 - 11:58 am

    Wow, these are so feminine and pretty,lots of detail . Lots of talent going on here , thankyouReplyCancel

  • MarisaJune 13, 2011 - 12:03 pm

    Gorgeous set of cards, Becca. Especially love the mojo one.ReplyCancel

  • Chrissy WilczynskiJune 13, 2011 - 12:10 pm

    Beautiful card…ReplyCancel

  • Yvonne NicholsonJune 13, 2011 - 12:11 pm

    Lovely card and the colors, very nice crochet rose, do you have a pattern, for I like to crochet my own flowers too, but not seen a pattern for one like yours.ReplyCancel

  • Sherian DixonJune 13, 2011 - 12:46 pm

    Love both of your cards. The embellishments, especially the crocheted flower, are amazing!ReplyCancel

  • SusanJune 13, 2011 - 1:00 pm

    Your cards are as lovely as ever Becca.ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJune 13, 2011 - 1:00 pm

    Becca, could you give us the pattern for the crocheted rose? I love it and do a little crocheting myself.ReplyCancel

  • f lynn rushJune 13, 2011 - 1:10 pm

    love that pink, pink, pink card!ReplyCancel

  • Angelina WesselsJune 13, 2011 - 1:11 pm

    Adorable cards – very sweet and pretty! Also, love the sentiments that you chose – how true!ReplyCancel

  • ingaJune 13, 2011 - 1:36 pm

    Simply Beautiful, love the rose will have to make one. TFSReplyCancel

  • RUTHANNJune 13, 2011 - 1:57 pm

    Beautiful card. Thanks for the chance to win!ReplyCancel

  • Bobbie GonzalesJune 13, 2011 - 2:06 pm

    I love how you started with the crochet rose. They remind me of the roses my grandmother taught us to make.
    Your designer paper and lace are a beautiful start to a gorgeous card.ReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.June 13, 2011 - 2:20 pm

    Becca,

    Love , Love, Love that beautiful crocheted rose on your stunning card!! You have made me decide to hunt for my crochet hooks and to find a pattern to make some and get back into the groove of crocheting!! ~Gin~ReplyCancel

  • Magi DuncanJune 13, 2011 - 2:24 pm

    Becca, I love both cards! They are, as always, simply gorgeous! But for some reason I am drawn to the second one, perhaps because the shade of pink used to make the rose is my favorite! Take care and have a blessed week . . . Hugs, MagiReplyCancel

  • Sheri SJune 13, 2011 - 2:25 pm

    Appears my previous comment did not go thru…but this lovely croched flower card really deserves another comment. I just love it.ReplyCancel

  • connie smithJune 13, 2011 - 2:27 pm

    Wow..Becca…how gorgeous!! Beautiful crocheted flowers!!ReplyCancel

  • ValJune 13, 2011 - 2:27 pm

    Beautiful cards! The pinks you used are soft and sweet. Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • MeghanJune 13, 2011 - 2:38 pm

    Love those crochet roses. Fabulous cards!ReplyCancel

  • Erin GleeJune 13, 2011 - 2:44 pm

    Beautiful! You did a great job on the crocheted roses and made me want to Google instructions for myself!ReplyCancel

  • Joan VJune 13, 2011 - 2:46 pm

    Wow, your cards are beautiful. I love cards with sentiments as the main image. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Marcy KJune 13, 2011 - 2:47 pm

    Becca that card is gorgeous and the rose is amazing! I’m also pulling out the yarn and crochet hook! Thanks for the inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • JaniceJune 13, 2011 - 2:50 pm

    Oh Becca, what can I say. Your cards are always so georgeous. The soft colors and all the components are always so perfect. Again, thank you for sharing your beautiful talent and your beautiful heart!!!ReplyCancel

  • Linda PalmerJune 13, 2011 - 2:51 pm

    This card is stunning! The crochet rose is the most beautiful one I’ve ever seen.ReplyCancel

  • Mary HarrisJune 13, 2011 - 3:01 pm

    All I can say Becca is Beau-T-full………… I love the crochet roses!! You love flowers like I love flowers!!! I have to find a pattern now. lolReplyCancel

  • Bonnie RabonJune 13, 2011 - 3:08 pm

    Simply stunning. Your work is so inspiring.ReplyCancel

  • CorinaJune 13, 2011 - 3:14 pm

    Pink, Pink and more pink…my favorite color…absolutely beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • Billie DeeJune 13, 2011 - 3:23 pm

    Becca – those cards are GORGEOUS! As always ;)ReplyCancel

  • FMJune 13, 2011 - 3:30 pm

    Love the crocheted rose!ReplyCancel

  • Joyce CarlsonJune 13, 2011 - 3:31 pm

    As always Becca another beautiful card! You are such a talented lady! I do want to learn to do those flowers.ReplyCancel

  • Anne HartschlagJune 13, 2011 - 3:42 pm

    All of your cards are exquisite. The crocheeted flowers are perfect for this card.ReplyCancel

  • Christine WJune 13, 2011 - 4:05 pm

    WOW! Both are absolutely gorgeous! The crocheted flowers make each card!ReplyCancel

  • MicheJune 13, 2011 - 4:13 pm

    I really like the way you layered the die cut outs and the sentiments are beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • RufusJune 13, 2011 - 4:17 pm

    Becca, both cards are just beautiful. You find the most gorgeous lace! I’ll have to try one of your crocheted flowers.
    Thanks,
    R/ReplyCancel

  • sharon lJune 13, 2011 - 4:20 pm

    Becca
    I love your roses. Years ago I had carpel tunnel release done. I have not been able to paint or crochet.Months ago I tried to crochet thinking the rose is so small I would be able to crochet them. Not so. Ya know, this age thing is getting on my nerves! Hee hee. I cannot think of a better choice to inspire a card. Beautiful!
    Sharon LReplyCancel

  • RebeccaJune 13, 2011 - 4:28 pm

    So beautiful! I love it!ReplyCancel

  • Pat KinserJune 13, 2011 - 4:29 pm

    Such talent! I just love to visit with you on your site and enjoy the fruits of your labor. It is such a pleasant feeling. Thank you for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Barbara AKA GardenladyJune 13, 2011 - 4:31 pm

    Wow! Love the beautiful cards but especially the pink card! That crocheted rose pulls your eye right to it! Again you have done a super job on the cards! Beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • JuleeJune 13, 2011 - 4:38 pm

    These are simply gorgeous! Love those crocheted roses. Thanks for playing along with Mojo Monday!ReplyCancel

  • Susan BugalskiJune 13, 2011 - 4:49 pm

    Beautiful card as per usual.ReplyCancel

  • Renee VanEppsJune 13, 2011 - 4:56 pm

    Oh my! These are so beautiful!! Love the stamps and the crocheted roses! If you sell these by any chance, I will buy a ton of ’em!!ReplyCancel

  • bethann dJune 13, 2011 - 4:57 pm

    beautiful as always. soft and romanticReplyCancel

  • Vicky SchmidtJune 13, 2011 - 5:06 pm

    Becca,
    I love your card. Pink is one of my favorite colors. The crocheted roses are just beautiful.
    Vicky SchmidtReplyCancel

  • foxyenglishcrafterJune 13, 2011 - 5:12 pm

    Awesome cards. Love the crochet roses and the quotes. Love the cards very pretty.ReplyCancel

  • ArleneJune 13, 2011 - 5:14 pm

    OMG Becca, GORGEOUSNESS! Your cards are so beautiful! I always leave inspired after visiting your blog. Just breath-taking! :)ReplyCancel

  • maryJune 13, 2011 - 5:17 pm

    love your cards. so pretty.ReplyCancel

  • PJJune 13, 2011 - 5:19 pm

    Oh dear! Becca, you have done it now. Now I have to go find my crochet thread I have stashed somewhere. You really do inspire great intentions in me… I am working on actually following through with the intentions. Lovely work as always, and I think the roses are a wonderful beginning to a beautiful card with a great sentiment.ReplyCancel

  • JeneenJune 13, 2011 - 5:28 pm

    Your cards are always such an inspiration! Just beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Jazmin DJune 13, 2011 - 5:35 pm

    Absolutely beautiful!!! And thank you for the chance to win.ReplyCancel

  • Misty LJune 13, 2011 - 5:43 pm

    That crochet flower is gorg!ReplyCancel

  • MoiraJune 13, 2011 - 5:44 pm

    What beautiful cards and those crochet roses are so cute! I can see why you built your designs around them. TFS!ReplyCancel

  • Bee60June 13, 2011 - 5:51 pm

    Hi Becca,
    I adore the crochet roses. I am going to attempt to make one soon. I hope the roses are easy to make. Thanks so much for sharing your beloved creations.ReplyCancel

  • KellyGJune 13, 2011 - 6:21 pm

    Beautiful cards as always. I went and looked up the pattern for crochet roses. Thanks for the idea!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara GhigliottyJune 13, 2011 - 6:34 pm

    Hi there Becca ~ Oh, your crochet roses are lovely! And, your cards…well, as always are absolutely STUNNING! Thanks so much for a chance to win this fabulous blog candy!ReplyCancel

  • KarenJune 13, 2011 - 6:35 pm

    Beautiful, as always. I particularly love the texture of the rose.ReplyCancel

  • annette klasinzJune 13, 2011 - 7:04 pm

    love it!ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJune 13, 2011 - 7:12 pm

    BECCA I JUST LOVED THE BIRD CAGE CARD AND YES, I AM GOING
    TO TRY AND MAKE IT WHENEVER I CAN PURCHASE ALL THE ITEMS
    NEEDED.
    I LOVE THE TWO CARDS ABOVE, ESPECALLY AS THEY ARE PINK,
    BUT LOVE THE STYLE OF THEM.
    THANK YOU FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN THE CANDY, WENT TO DEB
    OLSENS BUT NO PLACE FOR COMMENTS.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • ElaineJune 13, 2011 - 7:22 pm

    Beautiful cards! I have some of that patterned paper you used in your 2nd card! Love the roses! I’m a beginner crocheter. Can you share the instructions; only if a beginner can handle it :)ReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.June 13, 2011 - 7:29 pm

    Beautiful card and love the crocheted roses
    ColleenB.ReplyCancel

  • JoAnne FreemanJune 13, 2011 - 7:31 pm

    These cards are really incredible! Elegant, classy, yet so warm and heartfelt. Love it!ReplyCancel

  • Jo4HimJune 13, 2011 - 7:33 pm

    Love these cards. I’ll have to give those crochet roses a whirl. Great blog candy; love that stamp set!ReplyCancel

  • Brenda BJune 13, 2011 - 7:42 pm

    I am off to search for the roses. I love to crochet and to finish something fast makes it even more fun. Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • GailJune 13, 2011 - 7:46 pm

    That’s some serious blog candy and a seriously beautiful card.ReplyCancel

  • Tami BJune 13, 2011 - 8:00 pm

    These are both gorgeous. The 2nd one would make such a wonderful baby girl card.ReplyCancel

  • TemaJune 13, 2011 - 8:01 pm

    Another prettycard,as always with amazing detail.ReplyCancel

  • PeggySJune 13, 2011 - 8:31 pm

    Beautiful cards. Love the sentiment, layering and of course the beautiful bow with crocheted rose and pin.
    God bless,
    PeggySReplyCancel

  • Carissa SquiresJune 13, 2011 - 8:35 pm

    Very pretty! so shabby pinkReplyCancel

  • MercyJune 13, 2011 - 8:42 pm

    Very elegant card :) MercyReplyCancel

  • Sandra ltbJune 13, 2011 - 8:51 pm

    very pretty!
    Sandra ltbReplyCancel

  • Bonnie DittoJune 13, 2011 - 8:58 pm

    Love that pink color. Those flowers are to die for!!!ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie DittoJune 13, 2011 - 9:00 pm

    Beautiful pink!! Those flowers are to die for!!ReplyCancel

  • Gail BJune 13, 2011 - 9:16 pm

    What a beautiful card!! By the way, I like golds and browns for color schemes. Thanks for the inspiration! My fingers are sore from the hot glue I used making ribbon roses! They still need work!!ReplyCancel

  • CindyJune 13, 2011 - 9:18 pm

    Love the colors, the design and the crocheted roses are a great addition (of course, I always love pink and pearls).ReplyCancel

  • JeanJune 13, 2011 - 9:22 pm

    Becca,
    Love your card. It is beautiful and the crocheted rose is so cute. Thanks for a chance to win some goodies!ReplyCancel

  • Diane HJune 13, 2011 - 9:44 pm

    Gorgeous ~ Gorgeous as always……always love all your beautiful layers and eye for detail!!ReplyCancel

  • GeorgeeJune 13, 2011 - 9:47 pm

    Wow, love your cards!! The crocheted rose is wonderful. Love all your Bling!! This has inspired me to go crochet a few for my cards & scrapbooking. Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Mary KayeJune 13, 2011 - 9:47 pm

    Beautiful. I love your creations. I also want to know how to make the croched rose.ReplyCancel

  • BernieJune 13, 2011 - 10:01 pm

    Wow two lovelies today! Both stunning. Your colors and papers are always so lovely. I especially love the rose on the second card. It just looks so soft.
    Blessings BernieReplyCancel

  • Linda CarsonJune 13, 2011 - 10:11 pm

    What can I say after over 200 comments?? Take all compliments and double it!! Picture perfect for sure!ReplyCancel

  • Mona PendletonJune 13, 2011 - 10:22 pm

    Gorgeous cards Becca! So girly and feminine! Love the crocheted rosettes!ReplyCancel

  • KelleyJune 13, 2011 - 10:25 pm

    Your cards are beautiful, as always. I love those roses! I’ve been tempted to try some, now I’ll have to do it.ReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)June 13, 2011 - 10:30 pm

    WOW, love everything about this. Guess I need to hone my crocheting “skills”! The roses are sooo sweet!!!ReplyCancel

  • Rea CusterJune 13, 2011 - 10:46 pm

    Hello Becca, I am so happy to be told about your blog, I have been looking for Christian bloggers. Debby Walker told me about you. I love your cards. Maybe you can check out my blog, and follow by email. I wish I had the skill to crochet, so I could make some flowers. ( I never was able to catch onto crocheting. Ha! ) God bless you, HugsReplyCancel

  • MarianneJune 13, 2011 - 11:08 pm

    Love this gorgeous card! I wish Iknew how to crochet! Those roses are beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Karen LinarezJune 13, 2011 - 11:08 pm

    What pretty cards. I love the papers, the layering, and the colors. Those flowers are the best. And, I can crochet, too; so I’m gonna do that google thing and try it, thanks for the inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • E.TJune 14, 2011 - 12:03 am

    These are stunning creations. Saw your card at Mojo Monday and thought I’d drop by. Just love them both!ReplyCancel

  • Linda F.June 14, 2011 - 12:11 am

    Both cards are beautiful. I really need to get the Fleur de le’s from Spellbinders. I really like your crocheted roses. I also liked the lace on the first card, nice accent! Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • CherylJune 14, 2011 - 1:39 am

    Stunning! I love the crocheted rose!! Now I have to go make some! Thanks Becca. Hugs.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy SJune 14, 2011 - 2:16 am

    your cards are beautiful and I love your crocheted roses- they were the first thing I saw when your blog opened.ReplyCancel

  • Susan GJune 14, 2011 - 2:18 am

    LOVE the very pretty second card!!!
    SusanReplyCancel

  • Iris FrankJune 14, 2011 - 3:14 am

    Oh, such stunning work! To be only half as good, would make dance from the rooftops! The inspiration that touches my heart is truly a gift from God! Thank you! IrisReplyCancel

  • Iris FrankJune 14, 2011 - 3:19 am

    I’m sorry they came in duplicate. I didn’t mean to do that. I had trouble sending before, so I submitted a couple times to see if it would go through. Thanks so much! IrisReplyCancel

  • Lynne WJune 14, 2011 - 4:55 am

    Gorgeous cards!! Just love your layering techniques!! And the crocheted blooms are stunning…def must try that!ReplyCancel

  • Diana SoodJune 14, 2011 - 5:08 am

    I just wanted to say WOW!! Your cards are simply beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • donna calamariJune 14, 2011 - 5:30 am

    I am swooning. Both crads are beautiful! The crochet flowers are devine.ReplyCancel

  • Pam PJune 14, 2011 - 5:48 am

    Nothing more to be said but gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • JoJoJune 14, 2011 - 5:48 am

    Another beautiful creation! Love the rose. Wish I knew how to crochet.ReplyCancel

  • Laraine RJune 14, 2011 - 6:50 am

    Gorgeous cards!! Love the rolled roses!!ReplyCancel

  • Helen FJune 14, 2011 - 6:53 am

    Such an elegant set of cards. I just love those crochet roses.ReplyCancel

  • Amy ShefferJune 14, 2011 - 8:39 am

    Beautiful cards, Becca! Love how you accented the sentiment panel on the first one with that pearl flourish! The crochet roses are gorgeous and your loopy bows are too!ReplyCancel

  • PamelaJune 14, 2011 - 8:50 am

    Luv,luv,luv the roses-so different. Makes me wish I could crochet. Beautiful work. Thanks for the fab giveaway of some wonderful items.ReplyCancel

  • yvonneJune 14, 2011 - 8:53 am

    Lovely card!ReplyCancel

  • VickiJune 14, 2011 - 8:54 am

    Becca, love your colors and style!ReplyCancel

  • Janice P.June 14, 2011 - 9:03 am

    my favorite color to use is red with a touch of black and white. Maybe it should be red, white, and blue since this is Flag day. By the way, Becca, I would be interested to know your response to each poll question for the week. We value your opinion on a lot of things, as you are the best!ReplyCancel

  • Kim NJune 14, 2011 - 9:50 am

    What beautiful cards!! Love the roses as they remind me of my grandmother who loved to crochet!!ReplyCancel

  • Kim NJune 14, 2011 - 9:52 am

    What beautiful cards!! I especially love the roses as they remind me of my grandmother who loved to crochet.ReplyCancel

  • perla rodriguezJune 14, 2011 - 10:03 am

    I love this card and that crochet rose is soooo cute tfs and tft chance to win.ReplyCancel

  • perla rodriguezJune 14, 2011 - 10:06 am

    love your card and that crochet flower is sooo cute tfs and tft chance to win.ReplyCancel

  • perla rodriguezJune 14, 2011 - 10:10 am

    love it and the crochet flower too tfs and tft chance to win.ReplyCancel

  • PaulaJune 14, 2011 - 10:14 am

    You are just going to have to show us how to make those flowers. I crochet around recieving blankets, but I have never made a flower.ReplyCancel

  • CarolJune 14, 2011 - 10:20 am

    I love the crochet flowers. I would never have thought to use them on a card. Your card is beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • CarolJune 14, 2011 - 10:26 am

    I love the crochet flowers, I’m going to try to make one. I would never have thought to put them on a card. Your card it beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • alsmouseJune 14, 2011 - 11:03 am

    Loving these cards, ever so pretty. I think I will have tro learn how to crochet, because those roses are the icint on the cake.
    ~C8>ReplyCancel

  • Susi KJune 14, 2011 - 11:08 am

    I just love how you layer all those elements, Becca – a beautiful card!ReplyCancel

  • Susi KJune 14, 2011 - 11:09 am

    I just love how you layer all those elements, Becca – beautiful card!ReplyCancel

  • alsmouseJune 14, 2011 - 11:09 am

    Again, you blow us away with a lovely card. I have to learn how to crochet, because those flowers are the icing on the cake.
    ~C8>
    P.S. sorry if this is a dup. server is acting goofy today.
    *~C8>ReplyCancel

  • Gail GoodmanJune 14, 2011 - 12:03 pm

    As always another gorgeous card! Every time I turn on the computer I have to check your site. I love the inspiration you give me. Thanks for sharing your time with all of us.ReplyCancel

  • Diana BJune 14, 2011 - 12:59 pm

    Love the crocheted roses – will have to search for a pattern. It totally makes the card – of course being a pink card just makes it so feminineReplyCancel

  • kerry HicktonJune 14, 2011 - 2:00 pm

    Wow your cards are gorgeous, i have bought some crochet hooks and wool i just now need to take the plunge. Loving seeing all these new blogs im wowed, and i also get a chance for some crafty yumminessss!! Kezzy xReplyCancel

  • Linda K.June 14, 2011 - 2:14 pm

    Your cards are awesome. I check your blog every day and every day you surpise me with more beautiful cards. Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • christiJune 14, 2011 - 4:25 pm

    wow becca, you can tell you were in your element. pinks abound. lovely cards, bows and flowers.ReplyCancel

  • Beverly S.June 14, 2011 - 4:54 pm

    Beautiful work! I always feel “inferior” when I look at your cards. :)ReplyCancel

  • Deborah BJune 14, 2011 - 5:20 pm

    Becca, your talent goes beyond the heavens. God has so richly blessed you and you are such an inspiration to us who were not blessed with such a great talent. Your cards are always a highlight I look forward to everyday. The card(s) are beautiful and of course I love the pinks!!!!ReplyCancel

  • DaniJune 14, 2011 - 5:42 pm

    The roses are absolutely beautiful! I need to learn how to do those….. Beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Nancy A. ThorntonJune 14, 2011 - 6:13 pm

    both are beautiful cards, so not the pink girl but have seen so many ways to use pink recently that it is actually growing on me but I will forever be a red girl over pink, no offense. Luv, luv, luv, the crocheted roses and thanks for the links to purchase something I’ll never master.ReplyCancel

  • LaureenJune 14, 2011 - 6:27 pm

    Love everything about this card but the flower is the topper and pink is just the perfect color. I haven’t crochet in years but may have to try this.ReplyCancel

  • Dottie DavisJune 14, 2011 - 6:41 pm

    Oh my gosh, these cards are beautiful. What would we do without the inspiration you wonderful ladies give us by sharing these cards.ReplyCancel

  • Ashley N NewellJune 14, 2011 - 6:42 pm

    These are gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • DonnaJune 14, 2011 - 7:03 pm

    Really love your cards and you are right about the crocheted roses.. They just “add” something to the card.. Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • DonnaJune 14, 2011 - 7:05 pm

    Love your cards! You are right about the crocheted roses – just adds something to the cards.. Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Stephanie S.June 14, 2011 - 7:24 pm

    As always-A lovely job and the colors are wonderful. So soft and sweet.ReplyCancel

  • lily55June 14, 2011 - 8:05 pm

    wow — makes me want to try my hand at crocheting, again. your creativity and skill is inspiring!!ReplyCancel

  • Stamping with PrincessJune 14, 2011 - 8:25 pm

    Adorable! I find this particularly interesting because my twin sister is on a crochet kick! She just cozied a tree for the first annual national yarn bombing day. The roses on your card are so adorable…I can see asking her to whip me up a few! Thanks for the inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • barbara lassiterJune 14, 2011 - 8:47 pm

    Your cards are beautiful. So glad I found your blog!ReplyCancel

  • JennyJune 14, 2011 - 9:10 pm

    Love your cards as usual very beautiful & the crotchet flowers off set these delightful cards. Remember when we had crotchet flowers on our beanies when we were kids. Keep up the good work xxReplyCancel

  • marianne dresherJune 14, 2011 - 10:16 pm

    love the cards.such pretty colors to put togetherReplyCancel

  • JoanieJune 14, 2011 - 10:19 pm

    Most beautiful as always Becca.

    JoanieReplyCancel

  • ShannahJune 14, 2011 - 10:33 pm

    Oh my gosh these cards are just stunning! And those crochet roses are gorgeous!!ReplyCancel

  • ShannahJune 14, 2011 - 10:40 pm

    Oh my gosh these cards are just stunning! And those crochet roses are gorgeous!! I will definitely be giving them a try! ;)ReplyCancel

  • Iris FrankJune 15, 2011 - 3:25 am

    More beautiful works of art! Tha shades of pinks are stunning! I love the roses, and thank you for the tutorial so we can make our own. God bless you! Iris FrankReplyCancel

  • Carly WJune 15, 2011 - 4:25 am

    Wow I love these crochet roses. Thanks for the pattern… I crochet, knit, papercraft and you could say am addicted to craft.
    Thankyou also for the opportunity to win some prizes.ReplyCancel

  • Dianne CJune 15, 2011 - 5:03 am

    Just another beautiful card, Becca. Love that little rose and thanks for the tutorial. DianneReplyCancel

  • Jary RioloJune 15, 2011 - 11:47 am

    I am in love with the softness of the baby pink crochet flower!!ReplyCancel

  • Kristi JorgensonJune 15, 2011 - 7:20 pm

    Those are gorgeous cards! I’m always amazed at your creations!ReplyCancel

  • SuZeQJune 15, 2011 - 8:04 pm

    Oh how precious. I love these flowers!ReplyCancel

  • Sue DJune 15, 2011 - 10:09 pm

    Very pretty cards and love the crocheted roses!ReplyCancel

  • Shirley LeeJune 15, 2011 - 11:36 pm

    Wish I could crochet those flowers like you do. You are such a talented lady. The cards are adorable. Thanks for the chance to win the goodies.
    Shirley L.
    Roseville, CAReplyCancel

  • Nancy TedeschiJune 16, 2011 - 6:29 am

    I find spellbinders make a card look so professional and beautiful…it just finishes off a project.ReplyCancel

  • Lynn dJune 16, 2011 - 6:37 am

    lovely cards, the roses are so sweet!ReplyCancel

  • BrendaJune 16, 2011 - 7:15 am

    The cards are beautiful. Thanks for the chance to win.ReplyCancel

  • JeanJune 16, 2011 - 9:05 am

    Beautiful! You inspire me – thanks!ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie PJune 16, 2011 - 11:13 am

    Beautiful as always!ReplyCancel

  • KatlynJune 16, 2011 - 5:11 pm

    WOW! I love your crocheted flowers!! And your cards are gorgeous – I love all of the details with the pearls and layers and lace. Thanks for sharing!!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJune 17, 2011 - 7:36 am

    Awesome cards, so love the way you layer the dies for framing and your roses are just beautiful, I will have to google that, I have been making the smaller crochet flowers but haven’t tried anything bulky yetReplyCancel

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Hi all,  as I do every Sunday night, a new poll is ready (I’m a couple of hours early) on Amazing Paper Grace.  Last week’s poll was quite interesting and showed that most people have an interest in multiple crafts.   Papercrafters are quite talented and have a desire to explore many other facets of papercrafting.  This week the poll turns to how you define crafting or why you craft.  So often when you read someone’s blog or you meet another crafter, part of the introduction is how or why they got into crafting.  Why do you craft?  Take a second this week to weigh in, it won’t be an easy choice  because many reasons apply but I know you’ll be able to pick one.

Remember I run a poll every week and the poll is up all week long.   You can see the results of earlier polls on my Crafting Poll Archive Page.

Take care, I’ll see you tomorrow :-)

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  • Barb TraceyJune 12, 2011 - 11:00 pm

    Can I really be the first to comment? Wow! Just wanted to say that I voted for “therapy/balance”, because I am emotionally and mentally much healthier if I take the time to spend on creative pursuits. But I really could have used and “almost all of the above” option. I turn 60 this month (YIKES!) and have quite literally been a lifelong crafter/creator in some media or another. I had the example of my Dad, who could, and did, make anything, not to mention my grandmothers, both of whom made out of necessity as well as pleasure. (My Mom’s creative genes are exercised by writing… she is pretty much all thumbs otherwise.) I just don’t feel complete without creative outlets. It is almost as necessary for life as breathing.ReplyCancel

  • ConnieJune 12, 2011 - 11:07 pm

    I truly make cards for the joy it gives to others. Friends and acquaintences appreciate the time you invest in them. It’s so personal and often is better than a gift.ReplyCancel

  • Mary LJune 12, 2011 - 11:31 pm

    While I love it as a hoby, it is also theraputic.
    Sometimes I feel I just Must create something.
    mary l.ReplyCancel

  • Maxine D/KiwimeJune 12, 2011 - 11:49 pm

    Yes it is a hobby I enjoy – I also make enough money to help keep me in supplies and my parents were both crafty folk…. so many reasons!!ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)June 13, 2011 - 12:05 am

    It gives me enormous pleasure to make personalized cards for the people I love. I believe they enjoy receiving them. Many have told me they keep my cards as mementos, which makes the whole thing worthwhile. I am blessed that I found a hobby that is a win/win endevour.ReplyCancel

  • DWDJune 13, 2011 - 12:39 am

    I have always dabbled in a craft of somekind. I got into paper crafting in 2006 when our first grandchild was born and 3 mos later my husband was called up for active duty and went to Iraq for 16 mos. Now I have 2 grandchildren and my husband is still on active duty. He is stationed in another state, 4 hrs away and comes home on the weekends. Since there is no one here but me and our 2 dogs, I am still scrapbooking and starting to get into making mini albums. I think they will make wonderful gifts. Lord knows, I have plenty of stash to make them without having to go out and buy anything. LOL I’m just a little slow and hope I get faster as I learn.ReplyCancel

  • Peggy DollarJune 13, 2011 - 1:06 am

    It is my passion and I could do it 24-7. I make very little money from it but it brings me immense pleasure in the doing and in the giving. It feels like something I MUST do and I enjoy all aspects of it except cleaning up after the project is done.:-) Time just goes away when I am creating, listening to wonderful music or an audio book. It just doesn’t get any better….If I could just figuire out how to do it all outside among the flowers and by our stream it might be the best yet……ReplyCancel

  • ChinnuJune 13, 2011 - 1:11 am

    I want to pick more than one answer! Hobby – check; therapy / stress relief – check; social thing – check! Also, because I enjoy giving handmade cards now because of the personal touch (not because of $s). I never realized what a huge community / industry this paper crafting world was when I started my little hobby 2 years ago – and now I’m completely hooked. I just wish I had more time outside my real job so I could play with paper.ReplyCancel

  • Diane HJune 13, 2011 - 2:07 am

    My creative room is the first place I enter when I am stressed…I keep the door closed to keep the “crafting” kitties out (yes they think they can craft…one emptys out my sponges on a daily basis)…it instantly relazes me, even if I don’t create right away…just handling my supplies satisfies me!!ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJune 13, 2011 - 2:58 am

    Having a 39 yr old special needs daughter I find card making very therapeutic when my mojo allows it. Great poll again Becca.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJune 13, 2011 - 3:58 am

    BECCA I MADE A WREATH FOR MYSELF, I OWED A FAVOR TO MY
    FRIEND SO I MADE HER A WREATH. SHE SHOWED IT TO SOME OF
    HER FRIENDS AND A BUSINESS WAS CREATED. AFTER 20 YEARS
    I NO LONGER HAVE A BUSINESS BUT LOVE TO CREATE CARDS.
    I CAN HARDLY WAIT UNTIL I SEE YOUR BEAUTIFUL CARD, ETC FOR
    THE DAY AND WHAT YOU HAVE TO SAY. I HAVE BEEN FOLLOWING
    YOU FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS. THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU
    SHARE AND WHAT YOU GIVE.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • LilieJune 13, 2011 - 4:20 am

    Crafting brings me joy and I love how the finished product comes out. It challenges me to continue to create more interesting things.ReplyCancel

  • TanjaJune 13, 2011 - 4:26 am

    I also wanted to picked more than one, I think you could have left out “Its a hobby I enjoy” because I think every crafter would agree with that one! I had a hard time deciding between the second and third answer, and picked the third even though calling myself “an artist” may seem a bit puffed up cardmaking is definitely an outlet for my creativityReplyCancel

  • sonia buckJune 13, 2011 - 5:15 am

    As a child, I developed a love for crafting. I would get up early and watch a kid’s show called Captian Kangaroo. On this show was a segment from time to time where the Captain would introduce a craft using paper, boxes, crayons, scissors, glue, etc.The supplies were announced in advance so we could gather them and be ready to make the project with the Captain. Thiis was the highlight of my world. I just loved to create, even at that early age. Thus this was the beggining of my passion. Paper puppets, kid’s games, whatever it was; folding, cutting and pasting was my joy. I also enjoy needlework and hope to incorporate this medium into my papercrafting. My children are adults and I am finding time to get back into this activity I find so fulfilling. Some of my goals include taking classes in design and color. I currently work at a state university and should be able to access resources here to help me develope and expand my creative prowess! Thank you for your sharing of your talent that makes my heart sing. Your creations are most tantilizing to my creative soul. They bless me!ReplyCancel

  • CherylJune 13, 2011 - 5:28 am

    I also could have chosen many of them. I started crafting with my Grandmother in the 50’s. She belonged to a club that sent a craft out once a month. I would go stay at her house during the summer and she would have a whole drawer of crafts just waiting for me! Later, I moved in with my Aunt Alice. She could do multiple crafts and taught them all to me. I will try “anything” to express myself. I really do believe that expressing ourselves is “sharing our soul”. I would LOVE to have my crafts sell and own a business. That would take finances way beyond my capabilities. Now I work for Michael’s and share my crafting knowledge with all my friends (customers) every day. Crafters love to “share”!
    As usual, a great poll Becca. Hugs.ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJune 13, 2011 - 5:38 am

    I have to sign in each time now. I also tried 4 times yesterday to post and it wasn’t working I will try again later. I voted it’s a hobby that I enjoy. Where else can you make something for someone and you know that you will get a smile and a good response. That makes it all worthwhile. Great poll Becca. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • LindaJune 13, 2011 - 5:39 am

    I started making cards and doing papercrafts a few years ago and love, love, love it. Crafting of all kinds puts me in the zone, where only the supplies and I live, thinking of colors, what goes with what and creating something that is beautiful and appreciated by others. I love quilting and sewing too and it is interesting to see how similar the papers and fabric I work with are. It is something I wish I had the time to do every single day. Am trying to establish a craft studio where I can go and enjoy some crafting each day….so hard to keep it organized. Enjoy your blog and comments always. All the best. So my answer is life balance.ReplyCancel

  • Dianne CJune 13, 2011 - 6:27 am

    I started making cards well over 15 years ago, for family at birthday time only. That was maybe 15 cards a year, money and supplies were not at hand. I love to use paper, of all the crafts over the years, anything made of paper has been my passion. DianneReplyCancel

  • MaryAnneJune 13, 2011 - 6:29 am

    I have tried every kind of craft……but have finally decided that making cards and other paper projects if what I really want to do. I have not bought a card in 7+ years and everyone tells me that when I give a card & gift that the card is the “gift”. I had make all the thank-yous for work, I enjoy sharing my cards with different organizations; I am a card-angel through Chemo-Angels and that is the more rewarding project I have ever done. I have made some wonderful friends. I also teach classes and share that way…..but am taking a break for the Summer for a complete re-organization is my craft room.
    As others have mentioned, it is my therapy and I make at least 2 cards every day before I go to work. My husband is an artist so he is very supportive.
    I am a paperholic…would rather buy pretty papers than anything else!!
    Happy card-making to everyone!!!!
    MaryAnneReplyCancel

  • Mary SandersJune 13, 2011 - 7:29 am

    Good morning Becca
    I started crafting after my second child was born. That was quilting! It was short lived then I moved to paper and have been at it for 17 years! I started scrapbooking then moved to cards with scrapbooking thanks to you. Be blessed!ReplyCancel

  • EileenJune 13, 2011 - 7:40 am

    I love crafting so much I even started classes in my area and met loads of lovely people. The thing which became very apparent was the kindness shown by everyone who came to the classes towards each other….if anyone forget to bring something they needed someone was always there to lend it to them, someone was always there to lend a listening ear when one of the class members was going through a hard time, I learned that not everyone had been fortunate enough to have the kind of life I had and I soon realised that I was very blessed in many areas of my life. I felt very humbled when I heard about the stresses and strains some people had to endure. We ended up very close to each other…..just like a big extended family who loved to craft.
    LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • DawnJune 13, 2011 - 8:11 am

    The question was a hard one for me because even though it is a hobby I enjoy, I also feel most times it is therapy and balances me in some way.
    It makes one think how God can create something for us that does so many things! Wow!
    Hugs, DawnReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkJune 13, 2011 - 8:42 am

    Card making is one of the hobbies I enjoy. Visiting Amazing Paper Grace always inspires me. Thanks for the poll.ReplyCancel

  • Jennifer PerkinsJune 13, 2011 - 8:46 am

    I lost my first husband 5 years ago after a long, unexplained illness, and my children and I are still grieving. Since then, there have so many other stressors that leave me discouraged. Papercrafting is a way for me to get away from whatever is weighing on me at the moment without actually leaving my family. I can’t control so much of what is worrying us, but I can make something beautiful in the mean time. It soothes my spirit.

    hugs,
    JenniferReplyCancel

  • LuJune 13, 2011 - 8:50 am

    Crafting I think started many years ago as a hobby. Then came scrapbooking, then cardmaking. My cardmaking is a daily, definately daily therapy! I guess I rationalize the time I spend in my craft room as sort of a card ministry. I supply cards to a older lady in our small church that sends them to the members and children. I also live in the country and I send them to people up here as well as family and friends. I know when I have gotten a handmade card I always love it and I those that receive mine always say how much they love them. So it is also a win /win therapy.ReplyCancel

  • MarilynJune 13, 2011 - 9:03 am

    Your cards are like a breath of fresh air!!! I’m loving this pink theme you have going on, it’s just so refreshing. Your work is so beautiful!!!
    Have a great week.ReplyCancel

  • Jan SchultheisJune 13, 2011 - 9:39 am

    I have always liked to do different crafts, I was a room mother and girl scout leader when my girls were in school doing crafts for these things. Then I went back to work when I was 41 years old and didn’t have time to craft. When I retired after 21 years I started crafting again, at that time I was into several different kinds of crafts but now do basically card making and scrapbooking. I volunteer to help with the crafts at vacation bible school and have done this for the last 12 years. I am also the craft person for our ladies mission doing crafts for Mothers Day and Christmas. There is always a craft of some sort that I am working on and my craft room always tells that story. I really enjoy all of your tutorials and Becca bits please keep doing them for us.
    JanReplyCancel

  • Yvonne WeberJune 13, 2011 - 9:50 am

    I have made various kinds of crafts over the years, but now stick primarily to paper (cards, pictures, ornaments). I find it very relaxing. Although I make primarily cards for personal use, I do craft shows in the fall and sell there. Still have a lot of inventory of other things which rounds out the table. I always keep a plastic box with cards in the car as many times my friends ask if I have any with me to buy. Love it when they do that.ReplyCancel

  • Cathy DismukeJune 13, 2011 - 11:25 am

    I needed a hobby and was introduced to Scrapbooking first, then onto card making. I do them both avidly. It occupies my mind and gives me plenty of great projects to do.. I’m retired now and have lots of time to pursue my hobby. My hubby built me a “craft shack” that I can play in and leave and shut the door when I’m done. I love it! I love being able to learn new ideas and techniques.
    Thanks for your blog, I love looking at it every day!!
    CathyReplyCancel

  • RobertaJune 13, 2011 - 11:27 am

    I guess I enjoy making people smile. And I like to see if I can do it. I don’t believe I am one of the best but it is fun and if someone else enjoys it that’s all that matters. I love all that you do and you certainly bring a challenge to do better. God Bless you!ReplyCancel

  • Elaine JohnsonJune 13, 2011 - 11:29 am

    I, too could have checked nearly all the boxes. I got into stamping and papercrafting for real when a friend had a difficult hysterectomy and had to be down for 6 weeks. We played nearly everyday. She became a Stampin’ Up demonstrator and I became a very good customer. From there, I checked out every “party” company available in our area, then stores where ever I went. Las Vegas was especially full of stores that became on-line companies. There are no longer any stores in my area so I still do catalog companies, but a friend started displaying with SCS and Etsy. Why did I not think that so many sites would be available? I am flabbergasted! Other than personal use, I make cards to send to our Lodge’s widows. They love them. I also stamp on the blank offering envelopes used for tithes at my Spiritual Center. Many companies had envelopes pre-printed that did not express our beliefs. I truly enjoy sharing what little talent I have with an appreciative audience. Thank you, Becca, for your wonderful cards and tutorials. Oh, it took me about two weeks to figure out how to navigate your blog. I’m pretty much self-taught and not much of a techie. Love and blessings to you for all that you do.ReplyCancel

  • Betty GoodsonJune 13, 2011 - 2:55 pm

    LIke everyone else, it’s hard to pick just one. I picked hobby I enjoy because that covers a lot. I’m not like so many of you, I was never a crafter, didn’t think I could pull it off. I became inspired watching Carol DuVall on HGTV and realized there were some things I could do. I surprised myself several times in that it looked pretty decent and practice has improved that, even though all my cardmaking friends are more talented than me. I wanted to scrapbook my memories and found stamping allowed that, but……… once I got into stamping and making cards, everything else took a back seat. I love sending a card to someone who appreciates the time it takes. I never make cards fast, but just lose myself in the process. Hours have flown by before I know it and there’s usually no one up in the house but me. It’s a major stress reliever, both in sitting here alone making cards and also in a group. Some card makers have become my best friends and I’m so grateful to have them in my life. I love going to the different blogs to see what others create. Joyful is the only way to describe this hobby.ReplyCancel

  • Tara WilderJune 13, 2011 - 4:01 pm

    Hey Girlie…. did not know if you got my text- some of the old crew meeting at Angelinas at Noon on Wed 6/15/11 come if you can!!
    love and miss you!ReplyCancel

  • Charlene DahlbergJune 13, 2011 - 6:28 pm

    There are just too many catagories that I can check– it is a hobby I enjoy, stress reflief, creative outlet I need and making new friends -the list goes on. Besides , I believe crafting is in my genes. my grandmothers knitted, crocheted and braided rugs. My mom did all that and sewed most of our clothes and ran a fabulous Antique business.ReplyCancel

  • Mary RobersonJune 13, 2011 - 7:39 pm

    Its a hobby that I find I have much less time to do anymore, unfortunately.
    I absolutely love all sorts of arts & crafts and miss the hours I used to be able to devote to them. I used to sell some of my items for profit, but its
    rare that I do so now. I usually make items (centerpieces, corsages, wreaths, etc) for friends and family upon request (baby showers, wedding showers, etc) and give them as a gift.ReplyCancel

  • JeanJune 13, 2011 - 9:04 pm

    Becca, what an interesting question. I love to create. I always have. Since standing by my grandmother’s knee and making baby doll clothes and playing in her buttons. She would give me scraps of fabric and let me make my own patterns and dress my dolls. I had a child’s Singer sewing machine when I was 4. I remember asking my mom for fabric to make my dad a handkerchief for father’s day. She told she didn’t have any. I kept begging for fabric. Finally I went to the linen closet and got some white fabric. Cut a square out of the center of it to make the handkerchief. Guess what I cut a holle in. A brand new sheet. Good for me bad for my mom! I love cardmaking now. I can go into my craft room and loose myself in paper and stamps and color. Love it!ReplyCancel

  • Pam HJune 13, 2011 - 9:20 pm

    You come up with some of the most creative questions. I am not sure how I would answer. Good thing it will be a multiple choice.ReplyCancel

  • Linda KayJune 14, 2011 - 5:57 am

    No one in my family was crafty, But some how I got the bug, scrapbooking i started when it first came out way back in the early 90’s. wow. I am a widow and live alone it is my therapy and my enjoyment. I love it I just can’t seem to get into it at the moment, but I will. It just takes time and the right frame of mind. thanks for your beautiful cards.ReplyCancel

  • KarenJune 14, 2011 - 8:39 am

    I love to make things– anything, really. I am an artist and art teacher, but I rarely get enough time to dive in and do something major. Cards let me give a little piece of me to my friends and that gives me real joy.ReplyCancel

  • Linda ClarkJune 14, 2011 - 2:35 pm

    Becca, In 2004 I was doing nothing but painting. Tole painting that is. I really enjoyed it and was happy with my progress. A few months later, I learned my niece had stage 4 cancer. For some reason I could not bring myself to paint after that. I wanted to do something for my niece and did not know what until I met this lady who owned a scrapbooking store and we talked about something my niece and I could do together but we lived 3 hours apart. So my new friend and I decided we could make cards and/or a scrapbook. My niece was receiving chemo at the time and she could not move her head without becoming quite ill. So long story short, I started a scrapbook for her. I wanted her to look at it as a new beginning.
    Once a week I would send her a “goody box” full of papercrafting tools and accessories. She loved it. She could sit still and yet add pictures and journaling to her new book. We did the scrapbook for about 6 months and then her doctor told her she needed to go home and spend her last days with her family. She had lost her battle but she never gave up. She so loved working in her scrapbook and I was so happy it gave her a chance to think of something other than the pain she was experiencing. We lost her on January 06, 2006. She was an only child and she had lived life to the fullest. She was just 33 years old. Life brings about circumstances over which we have no control. Today I am making cards and card samples for my friend’s scrapbooking store. Perhaps I will work on scrapbooks some day in the future. Thank you Becca for your talents and your willingness to share those talents. You are a great inspiration to us all. Hugs LindaReplyCancel

  • Connie GoodJune 14, 2011 - 2:51 pm

    I find that doing paper crafts is so relaxing so I use it as therapy to unwind.ReplyCancel

  • Karen LinarezJune 14, 2011 - 10:02 pm

    I chose artist, but I’m actually a little more between two, artist and hobby. I enjoy reading about others on your poll. I like even more hearing how you answer the questions…guess it makes me feel I know you just a little bit better (if only in cyberworld!).ReplyCancel

  • Carrie KleinJune 17, 2011 - 8:11 am

    A friend invited me to a Stampin’ Up party and I’ve been hooked ever since. I now have taken over on of my children’s bedroom (after they moved out) for my crafting room. I just love to go there and create as I do find it my therapy/balance, my creative outlet. I can sit and make a card within a 1/2 hour (I like quick vs. a quilt or afghan), and people really enjoy getting a homemade card or papercraft. I love your cards for their inspiration (although mine don’t come close) and thanks for your awesome tutorials, I’ve learned alot.ReplyCancel

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Hi there blog friends, I’m posting part three of the Pop Up Birdcage tutorial!!   To keep the picture count down I integrated most of the pictures with text instruction.  If you follow along step by step, you will be just fine.  I’m curious to know if you are going to try it.  If you think it’s way too hard, I’d appreciate that feedback as well.  I love this type of project and hope to do more if I can successfully lead readers through getting it together!! 

S5-033 Spellbinders Bird Sanctuary Lace
S4-329 Spellbinders Butterfly Circles Seam Binding (Hug Snug)
LF-127 Spellbinders Grand Scalloped Square Felt – Green and Burgundy
S4-328 Spellbinders Foliage Pearls – Recollections (Michaels)
S4-114 Spellbinders Standard Circles LG Pearl Stick Pin – (Joann’s)
My Minds Eye – Adore Fly Away Paper (HL) Prima Lace
My Minds Eye – Lovely Shabby Chic Paper (HL) Scor- Pal
Antique Linen Distress Ink Scor-Tape – 1/8″, 1/4″, Sheet Tape
Vintage Photo Distress Ink Velcro Dot
Coredinations Tan Pearl Colorbok Metallic Paper – Gold Foil
Coredinations Lavender Pearl Strathmore Linen Canvas
Coredinations Scarlet Pearl Sewing Machine

A couple of tips to start:

  • There are a lot of pictures here.  What you see on the screen are thumbnails.  Click on the picture to see the full text on each step.
  • Heavy cardstock is important.  I’ve used Strathmore Linen Canvas Paper.  You could also use a 140lb Watercolor Paper.
  • Pay attention to the the pieces – I’ve numbered them.
  • I’ll ask you to make light pencil marks on the backs of the cages. Before assembly is finished, erase the  pencil marks.
  • There are eight birdcage panels and pairs of them have notches cut in them.  Don’t stress about the notches!!  The most important thing to know is that you have to cut all the way to the line.  If you cut short, your birdcage will not sit level, if you cut a tiny bit too long, no one will know but you.
  • Breathe!  Okay, let’s get started :-)

Here is a full size of my reference picture.  Depending on your computer, you may be able to print it out so that you can reference it as you step through the tutorial.

Below is a picture of what the cage looks like when it’s collasping.  It should collapse easily and open up easily.  Remember, you don’t absolutely have to do this as a pop up.  You can make a nice 3-D decorated gift if you like!

Well that’s all folks!  Once I get done with my deadlines, I think I’ll make some more of these.  In the mean time, happy crafting!!

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  • DebbiJune 12, 2011 - 8:33 am

    Wow, amazing!!!! What a work of art and thank you again for all the time and trouble you put into this tutorial (and all your other tutorials) for us all. You truely are an inspiration (it was your blog that influenced me into making my own. And yours is the standard I am working hard to meet…if I ever will :) ). Fantastic!!!!! Hugs Debbi xxxReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJune 12, 2011 - 8:35 am

    Becca! WoW1 Another great tutorial on Part 3, the birdcage and the fold-up part of this stunning box-card. Thank you so much for all the time and hard work that you’ve put into this wonderful creation and tutorial for us. You’re so kind and such a star.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • ChinnuJune 12, 2011 - 8:36 am

    This is gorgeous, Becca! How do you come up with these ideas ? Most of us would see a one-dimensional die. I’ve got the die on order and would love to try this project when I get the die…. though I must say I’m a bit intimidated by all the steps! Thank you for taking the time to provide such detailed instructions. You are wonderful.ReplyCancel

  • Lynn MullinJune 12, 2011 - 8:37 am

    HI! I am a new follower introduced to your amazing work by a fellow card maker. Every thing you do is truly amazing! Thanks so much for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • TeresaJune 12, 2011 - 8:43 am

    WOW!!!ReplyCancel

  • Janet in the JawJune 12, 2011 - 8:58 am

    I am constantly amazed and inspired by you Becca. Everything, and I do mean everything, you do is absolutely elegant and beyond words. You are so willing to share you knowledge and discoveries with all of us and we are so very blessed to have you as part of our lives. Thank you for all your beautiful creations, meanderings and friendship.

    Cheers for the Great North,
    JanetReplyCancel

  • Yvonne NicholsonJune 12, 2011 - 9:02 am

    Hi Becca,
    I don’t know how you come up with all the things you do with the Nesties, it must have taken you some time to figure out how to do the bird cage. I would love to try it ,for Ilike doing things like that but won’t go out and buy the die just for that. Thanks for going to so much work to put this all together. I love all the things you do, some are a little to busy for me but they sure look good how you put it all together.ReplyCancel

  • Patty PriceJune 12, 2011 - 9:03 am

    Oh wow that is gorgeous! WOW WOW WOW!!!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJune 12, 2011 - 9:11 am

    So much hard work on the step-outs Becca, it is greatly appreciated. The finished project is stunning. I may try this some day. At least I know that I can come here for the directions. as always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • lizJune 12, 2011 - 9:12 am

    Hi Becca, Thank you so much for the info: on this Bird cage project, I have done each step on the day you posted it so I would be ready for the next step , ladies it really isn’t that bad, I didn’t have the LF-127 Spellbinders Grand Scalloped Square so I used a punch for my scallopeds and it worked fine, I used the inks and papers I had on hand and stamped the bird cage and bird on the front, I will be using this as a pop up for a special Birthday and then as decor on a table with two doves sitting in the cage for my daughters wedding shower ( might end up on the tables at the wedding too.)
    Thanks again Becca and give it a try ladies
    lizReplyCancel

  • Cindie DeaseyJune 12, 2011 - 9:23 am

    WOW! Absolutely beautiful! I am not sure I am brave enough to try it, but I might some day. Thank you so much for the wonderful instructions.ReplyCancel

  • alsmouseJune 12, 2011 - 9:26 am

    Becca, thank you for taking the time to create the videos for this lovely & imaginative project.
    As for my fav color palette, I like them all, some more than others. I have a container of color ideas & when totally stumped, pull a color idea out & use it.
    ~C8>ReplyCancel

  • Mary L.June 12, 2011 - 9:48 am

    Oh! WOW!! as Patty says.
    I agree with all the above.
    What a great project.
    Thanks Becca, for sharing this one.
    mary.l.ReplyCancel

  • Connie GoodJune 12, 2011 - 9:53 am

    Way toooooo cool. I guess if I made this the person better not pitch it ever. Love it and thanks for sharing the idea with us all.ReplyCancel

  • Liz S.June 12, 2011 - 9:53 am

    Looks pretty easy. I for one am going to try it as soon as I can get the die. Thanks for taking the time for the tutorials. Enjoy your Sunday!ReplyCancel

  • Sammie BryantJune 12, 2011 - 9:56 am

    Wow, you make it look so easy. This is an awesome series, card, tutorial. etc., etc., etc. I love everything about it. How do you come up with these ideas? There is no way that I could have ever figured out the mechanics of this card. I would love to make this set, it is so gorgeous and I am totally into birdcages now. You have really made this doable, it does not in the least intimidate me. All I have to do now is buy the birdcage die and I will get started making this. Thanks so much for taking the time to provide us with such in depth tutorials, you are incredible. I look forward to all of your posts, you never cease to amaze me.

    PS- Your cards are not all busy, I love your style and the time and love you put into making these projects. I also love your attention to detail and perfection, my type of artist!ReplyCancel

  • BernieJune 12, 2011 - 10:08 am

    Good Heavens Becca It’s simply stunning. I can see this at a lot of weddings. It amazes me not only how you can figure out all the individual steps for something like this but your willingness to put so much work into sharing it with the world.
    I think you could become a rich woman if you put all your tutorials into a book. I’d bet it would sell like hot cakes. I don’t buy craft books but as often as I refer to your Becca Bits and Becca Bows I know I’d buy your book and keep it on my work table at all times.
    Blessings BernieReplyCancel

  • Mary MacJune 12, 2011 - 10:09 am

    Gosh Becca have I ever told told you, you are a talented, patient, generous, genius? That is a marathon tutorial and does appear to be very clear – unfortunately I’d eat it before I’d venture into making it! Perhaps I can blame the fact that I don’t have a dedicated ‘craft space’ but… Thank You, Thank You, Thank You.ReplyCancel

  • AlexJune 12, 2011 - 10:13 am

    WOW! Absolutely beautiful! This is an awesome series, card, tutorial good work Becca i love your blog it is just amazing thanks.ReplyCancel

  • MickieJune 12, 2011 - 10:44 am

    Wow, that is amazing! You are one talented lady and yes as someone commented you really should publish a book with all your Becca Bits.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJune 12, 2011 - 10:49 am

    WOOOOOOWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is WONDERFUL Becca!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I don’t have this die, but your tutorial SURELY makes me want it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for showing us!!!!!!!! All those little cuts…..I WOULD BE intimidated, if it weren’t for YOU showing us!!!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Donna GJune 12, 2011 - 10:53 am

    Whew! Lots of hard work went into this tutorial, for sure! I don’t have these dies yet, but I do plan to purchase them and try your tutorial. Thank you for breaking down the steps for us! I can’t even imagine the time you put in to figuring this all out!
    Thanks again!
    Donna GReplyCancel

  • Pat HarveyJune 12, 2011 - 10:58 am

    This is the most beautiful card I have seen… Each step is a step of love. Now I need to get the supplies and try this…thanks so much!
    Ur awesome!ReplyCancel

  • GloriaJune 12, 2011 - 11:18 am

    Becca,
    You slammed this one out of the ball park!!! WOW, I can’t say enough about this Birdcage Popup Card and Giftbox, it is absolutely gorgeous. I am going to try this one. Thank you for the step by step instructions. Not sure if it will ever look like yours, and it may take me a year or two, but I am going to give it a try anyway..
    Thank you so much…ReplyCancel

  • KathyJune 12, 2011 - 11:40 am

    This was a fabulous tutorial… I do not have the birdcage, but i am thinking about other die cuts until I can acquire it….. I didn’t see how wide the notches were suppose to be.. noticing that the center one was twice as wide as the rest.

    I am looking forward to more of your tutorials… this one was fabulous!!! You did an outstanding job…thank you for all of your hard work!ReplyCancel

  • LoisJune 12, 2011 - 12:19 pm

    Fabulous pop-up card tutorials. Thanks so much for the detailed tutorials. I am on my way out to buy the heavy duty paper to make the bird cage. I love pop-up cards and have made several but your’s is over the top and I’m loving it. Thanks so muchReplyCancel

  • Lynne PhelpsJune 12, 2011 - 12:33 pm

    I am so impressed by the inner workings of your mind! Thanks for giving us a peek inside!ReplyCancel

  • Theresa BonettiJune 12, 2011 - 12:35 pm

    Becca, I must applaud you and say THANK-YOU! This bird cage pop-up card/box is just awesome.. Daily you bless me with your wonderful creativity and sharing of your knowledge. I’m always learning something from you. I totally appreciate the time you have taken to put this very detailed outstanding tutorial together. It’s the best tutorial I’ve ever seen. This project is on my to do list, can’t wait until I get the die templates (August ship date/not easily found). Again, Thanks-so-much & have an awesome Sunday! Hugs & Blessings…ReplyCancel

  • LeanneJune 12, 2011 - 12:43 pm

    WOW! Simply fabulous. I love 3D projects too, but, I do not think I will try this as cutting with scissors won’t be an easy task at all. I do not own any crafting tools yet nor are they available here.ReplyCancel

  • Rachel LoeschJune 12, 2011 - 12:49 pm

    Wow, how beautiful! Thanks for sharing your creative talents with the awesome tutorial :)
    ~Rachel in SacramentoReplyCancel

  • MaryannJune 12, 2011 - 12:50 pm

    Thank you so much Becca for doing this awesome tutorial for us here. I know, how much work goes into making them, so I really apreciate it, I can tell you.
    I just have one question, Am I the only one, who´s only getting half of the text on the pictures onhere? For some reason I only get either the first or the last of the text, depending on which side it´s on??? It doesn´t really make any sense here on the third part? The first 2 were just perfect, but this third part, seems to miss half of the text on all the pictures??? I hope, I´ll be able to figure it out thoug, when I´m geting on with it, as it might be logic then.
    Thanks so very much again hun for all your stnning work and for always sharing it sooo generously with all of us.
    Have a wonderful week-end here and take good care hun.ReplyCancel

  • Barbara GhigliottyJune 12, 2011 - 1:04 pm

    Hi Becca,
    I love that you provided us with every little detail for this GORGEOUS birdcage…I definitely need that! I would love to try this, but need to buy some of the Spellbinders dies, so I’m bookmarking this tutorial…thank you so much!
    Oh, and my fave colors are the same as yesterday (LOL) ~ Pink, Black and White! Thanks again for all that you do to inspire us…you are AMAZING!!!
    Have a great day, BarbReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJune 12, 2011 - 1:08 pm

    BECCA FIRST OF ALL,. THANK YOU FOR TAKING ALL THAT TIME TO
    PUT THE DIRECTION DOWN SO WE COULD MAKE THE BEAUTIFUL
    BIRD CAGE AND CARD. I CANNOT WAIT UNTIL I CAN PURCHASE THE
    BIRDCAGE DIE SO I CAN GET TO WORK.
    I REALLY APPRECIATE ALL THE TIME MAKING THE CARDS, AND THEN YOUR MAKING A TUTORIAL WITH PICTURES. NOT MANY OF
    THE ARTISTS WILL DO THAT. BUT THEN AGAIN, YOU ARE SO VERY
    SPECIAL IN MY MIND.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • DawnllJune 12, 2011 - 1:20 pm

    This is truly amazing! I love the step by step- I just don’t own the dies yet so I will reference for another day.
    You did a fabulous job!
    blessings to you,ReplyCancel

  • LalaJune 12, 2011 - 1:23 pm

    Wow, when you said pop-up I thought you meant it was mult-dimensional, but you really meant “pop-up”. How ever did you come to this intricate design. Do you ever sleep? I’ve said it before, you are a genius when it comes to creating outside the box. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the time and energy you put into making it possible for others to benefit and enjoy your creative spirit. You seem to have boundless energy, creativity and generosity. Thank you Becca.ReplyCancel

  • LaureenJune 12, 2011 - 1:28 pm

    You have put so much work into this beautiful project and thank you for it! I will have to wait till I get the bird cage die to do it though. My next favorite color is blues and to Maryann who wondered if anyone else was having problems seeing the words around the pictures in the 3rd tutorial, it is doing it on my computer also. Should still be able to figure it out I think.
    Thanks Becca.ReplyCancel

  • Barb O.June 12, 2011 - 1:43 pm

    Becca

    Your Pop up Bird cage tutorial is magnificent, I will try at some point when I feel I have lots of patience!ReplyCancel

  • Barb O.June 12, 2011 - 1:49 pm

    Becca, Your Pop up bird cage tutorial is magnificent; thank you! I will try it when I feel I have lots of patience! Also thank you for the opportunity to win the beautiful Prima papersReplyCancel

  • Carol BurnetteJune 12, 2011 - 2:12 pm

    Maryann, try clicking on the first picture in the step by step instructions. When I did this it opened a new enlarged screen with complete instructions visible.ReplyCancel

  • HelenJune 12, 2011 - 2:19 pm

    Thank you so much for your “ever so detailed” instructions. We in the card making world, are so fortunate that you are willing to share your “how to” on your card projects.ReplyCancel

  • Carol BurnetteJune 12, 2011 - 2:26 pm

    I don’ remember the exact words to the quotation, but it goes something like this …”Who we are is God’s gift to us,what we do with our talents/abilities is our gift to God”. Becca, each time you create one of your beautiful cards and share it with others, you glorify God. Thank you.ReplyCancel

  • Janice P.June 12, 2011 - 2:48 pm

    We are so fortunate to have you as our teacher for such a beautiful project. Lucky is the person who receives this birdcage! I love working with blues, but my next favorite color would be the purple and pinks.ReplyCancel

  • Lisa PJune 12, 2011 - 3:26 pm

    Amazing! I just love it!

    Today I went shopping and decided I love all paper color combinations.ReplyCancel

  • Gail BJune 12, 2011 - 3:43 pm

    Wow! What a project! Although I like ornate cards, I don’t think I will make this birdcage card. Your instructions are very clear, and the end result is fabulous! Thanks for taking the time to make this process so clear!ReplyCancel

  • Cheryl StaufferJune 12, 2011 - 3:51 pm

    Thank you so much, Becca, for taking all the time necessary to make this wonderful tutorial. I greatly appreciate your detailed instructions as I know I would need them to help me create this gorgeous 3-D project.ReplyCancel

  • Bert RiveraJune 12, 2011 - 3:55 pm

    I love, love this type of project. Please continue to do more of this type of tutorial. My best friend, Susan, would call this a Bert project.ReplyCancel

  • PhyllisJune 12, 2011 - 4:13 pm

    You are so awesome. Thanks for all the work you did just so we could make this marvelous bird cage!ReplyCancel

  • CharlotteJune 12, 2011 - 5:26 pm

    OMG . . . that’s all I can say! OMG! Please just let me crawl into your brain and sleep there for a little bit. I love, love, love this project. Can’t wait to try it. Thank you BeccaReplyCancel

  • TrishJune 12, 2011 - 5:30 pm

    Becca oh wow this is awsome and so well worth waiting for.
    Thank you for your inspiration.
    Hugs Trish.ReplyCancel

  • LianneJune 12, 2011 - 5:59 pm

    Thankyou Becca for the huge amount of time and effort you have put into these tutorials! I love it and keep going back to look at the pictures of the project, it is so amazing. I would love to give it a go, I guess it will depend if the dies ever become available in NZ. They mostly do around six months or so after they are in the US.
    Hugs and Blessings Becca, you are amazing.ReplyCancel

  • AntonellaJune 12, 2011 - 7:40 pm

    This is just incredible! You are so talented! Hugs, antonella :-)ReplyCancel

  • CindyJune 12, 2011 - 7:44 pm

    WOW – beautiful, and your detailed tutorial is amazing. Thanks, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Mary JoJune 12, 2011 - 8:08 pm

    I agree WOW. The project itself is beyond stunning, creative, imaginative and more. Your tutorials are always so helpful and easy for others to follow. Becca Thank You for being such a good teacher.ReplyCancel

  • Jean CrockerJune 12, 2011 - 8:34 pm

    Great card and so beautiful. Thanks for sharing your talent so we can make a beautiful card too. By the way, I am new to your site and I love the name of your site!ReplyCancel

  • dianeJune 12, 2011 - 8:34 pm

    I wish I could write THANK YOU a million times, I cant wait to make this,
    since I started reading your blog I have to get the packages at the door before my family sees them from buying so many spellbinders dies LOL.ReplyCancel

  • RufusJune 12, 2011 - 10:19 pm

    Thank you for doing this, Becca! I loved the project that you made and soooo wanted to win it. I don’t own the dies for this yet… yet being the operative word! They are def. on the list. I think that I could re-create your pop up bird cage using your directions.
    Hugs,
    R/ReplyCancel

  • IreneJune 12, 2011 - 10:55 pm

    Hi Becca……it is absolutely beautiful and if it were offered in a class format with an Instructor going over it bit by bit with me I would love to do it…..however it looks a little difficult…….stunning though.ReplyCancel

  • Diane HJune 13, 2011 - 2:08 am

    Gorgeous and wonderful instructions….might have to give this a go!!!ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJune 13, 2011 - 4:11 am

    Wow! How do you come up with these ideas? Are you an engineer? Thank you for the tutorial.ReplyCancel

  • Lynne WJune 13, 2011 - 4:40 am

    Gorgeous!!! Love this project!!!ReplyCancel

  • FayeJune 13, 2011 - 7:38 am

    I love pop up cards and this is completely amazing!!! Oh my gosh!!ReplyCancel

  • FayeJune 13, 2011 - 7:56 am

    Wait! I just checked…I can’t get the die until Aug? I want it NOW so I can try this. : ( Thanks for all the inspiration you provide!ReplyCancel

  • LavonneJune 13, 2011 - 8:05 am

    How do you make your crochet rose…..luv it!ReplyCancel

  • DorothyJune 13, 2011 - 8:34 am

    You are amazing!ReplyCancel

  • BekkiJune 13, 2011 - 11:09 am

    as always…love your creativity!!!! Say!!! can you post the instructions for the crocheted rose? I too love to crochet!!!! as well as make cards!!! Thanks so much for all your inspiration!!ReplyCancel

  • LavonneJune 13, 2011 - 3:47 pm

    The goodie candy looks yummy! Thanks for the chance to win!ReplyCancel

  • SuziJune 13, 2011 - 5:05 pm

    I find your tutorials easy to follow. I don’t have this die, at least not yet, so I don’t have plans to make it, but I’m sure I could now that you’ve spelled it all out. Thanks for being such a good and generous teacher!ReplyCancel

  • GeorgeeJune 13, 2011 - 10:11 pm

    Wow,wow , wow!! It may be more time consuming & a little more difficult but for that once in a lifetime special card? it can’t be beat! It would be worth every moment spent!!! Thanks so much for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Denice BartucciJune 14, 2011 - 10:08 am

    Awesome, awesome, awesome! Such a fab card, so many details and time went into it and the tutorial…and it shows!ReplyCancel

  • Karen LinarezJune 14, 2011 - 4:37 pm

    Wow, what an awesome, AWESOME project. I just don’t know how you think through something like this and make it work, unless maybe you’ve got a civil engineering degree. You are one of those kind of people that write craft books on how to make all sorts of creavtive things that the rest of us buy and wonder where they came up with all those fantastic ideas. You have just an amazing talent!! I’m tempted to draw something like it and cut it out just so I can try it. If I ever get a die similar to it, I definitely will make one.ReplyCancel

  • Karen LinarezJune 14, 2011 - 4:48 pm

    Oh, yeah, btw I agree with so many others…the tutorial was great and very easy to follow!ReplyCancel

  • Renie RogersJune 14, 2011 - 5:47 pm

    Becca, I don’t usually comment on blogs but I feel I have to Comment on the Birdcage card. I LOVE your site for the elaborate, the unique and the special techniques. PLEASE do not “dumb down” your work. I want to praise and thank you for your tutorials and bits and your willingness to share your art. These are the things that make you and your site so wonderful. I have peeked in on your work for just over a year now and look forward to your words of faith and wisdom as much as all the rest. I find most of the cards on the web to be silly or juvenile or just plain ugly, but you, ODB and flourishes are my go to inspiration sites. I also enjoy the bring-back-beautiful cards. love and prayers; RenieReplyCancel

  • AnneJune 16, 2011 - 2:34 am

    Becca – thank you so much for taking the trouble to produce such detailed tutorials. This is an amazing project and I suspect there will be birdcages popping up (pardon the pun) all over the place!
    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • Robin BurgesonJune 16, 2011 - 6:20 pm

    This is an incredible card. I can never get over how gifted you are. All my stamping friends think you are their #1 go-to person for card ideas! Me too, of course!ReplyCancel

  • kendellJune 19, 2011 - 1:12 am

    Hi Becca, This is awesome. I can’t wait until mine arrives from Spellbinders. Thanks for sharing kendellReplyCancel

  • Mary RobersonJune 19, 2011 - 10:46 am

    Becca,

    You most certainly put a lot of hard work into this tutorial.
    This is surely a labor of love:) I think you put a little bit of
    yourself and a whole lot of love into everything you create.ReplyCancel

  • StinaJune 20, 2011 - 4:18 pm

    Amazing Instructions Becca! I was able to follow them with little difficulty and made the birdcage — and it popped just as it was supposed to! Much to my amazement! I only tried with practice paper, but am ready now to do one with “real” paper — you inspire me everyday. Thank you so much for the endless time and effort you put into your blog and cards and projects and for sharing them!ReplyCancel

  • ChristineJune 25, 2011 - 8:57 am

    What a faboulous card!.Didnt think I could make it but followed your detailed instructions and I am sat looking at the birdcage now and i am so happy with it.Your card making is in a league of its own- just the best.Thanks for all the inpiration.ReplyCancel
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