Hi there blog friends!  I have a Becca Bit to share with you today that’s a spin off of the card I did yesterday with the punched frame.  So many of you asked me to walk through how I punch that frame and get it to line up – so I show you how.  Although every punch is different, I figure out how they align then I use this method.

After looking at the YouTube you might ask how do you figure out what the offset on a punch is.  Play around with it :-)  The offset is rarely more than 1″ and quite often is 1/2″, 5/8″ or 3/4″.  I’ve also found that manufacturers rarely use an odd offset like 16th’s.   To try to figure out the offset I usually try 1/2″ first, followed by 3/4″  then 5/8″.   Try it by punching your border then cutting the edge past the border in one of the increments I just mentioned, then flip your corner punch over and try to tell how it is matched.  It will either be end to end or a set of holes will align.  Through trial and error, you should be able to find the offset.  Write it down.  You can use it to for getting your corners perfect or for punching around the corner without the corner punch!!

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  • Marge (mer)May 21, 2011 - 9:06 am

    You’re brain works in such amazing ways, Becca!!! I’ll definitely be trying this soon!!! I’ve purchased my round box @ Michaels for a flower loom (per your fabulous directions), so first chance I get I’m off to find the rivets and my hubby has a brand-new drill he’ll get to play with — LOL!!! ;-) LOVE your tutorials — TFS!!!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara AKA GardenladyMay 21, 2011 - 9:16 am

    Yippee!! Another wonderful Becca Bit. Love this frame using paper punches. I definately will give this a try once we get my new hobby room finished. Right now I can’t find anything since my tools are packed in boxes. Thanks for taking the time to make this video for us….you are the bomb!!ReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.May 21, 2011 - 9:18 am

    Thank U 4 this fantastic video. You make things look soo easy.
    Going back 2 my room 2 give this a try.
    Thanks again
    ColleenB.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy in SequimMay 21, 2011 - 9:26 am

    You’re my favorite designer by far. Since you’ve already determined the offsets for numerous punches, would it be possible for you to list on your blog at least the Martha Stewart around the page punches’ offsets? Please?ReplyCancel

  • Debbi (UK)May 21, 2011 - 9:31 am

    Thank you so much for your ounch tutorials! They are fantastic and have opened a whole new word for me and my punches. Your talent shines through again.

    Thank you xxReplyCancel

  • Mz CookieMay 21, 2011 - 9:54 am

    Becca, this is an amazing tutorial. I can’t tell you how many punches I have that I’ve quit trying to use cuz they don’t work for me, well now, I am going to master them. And I think Mz Stewart should be paying you for teaching all of us…lol…. Amazing tutorial and idea. Thank you for sharing your wonderful creativity with all of us…ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie O'ClairMay 21, 2011 - 10:05 am

    Ooh this is awesome I never thought to try this technique. Thank you so much for sharing!
    Hugs BonnieReplyCancel

  • FayeMay 21, 2011 - 10:07 am

    Thank you, Becca!!! Craft room and M. Stewart punches, here I come.ReplyCancel

  • CathyMay 21, 2011 - 10:40 am

    Thank you for the tutorial. You make it look so easy. : )ReplyCancel

  • RubyMay 21, 2011 - 10:46 am

    Tku so much for your wonderful Becca bits! As I’ve said before I always look at a new punch and wonder….. how would Becca use this punch… haha… tks for your share! Please keep them coming!ReplyCancel

  • CharlotteMay 21, 2011 - 10:52 am

    Thank you for once again taking the time to show us how you achieve such beautiful creations! You make it look so easy – which encourages us to give these techniques a try! THANK YOU!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara JayMay 21, 2011 - 10:53 am

    You never cease to amaze me with the techniques that you figure out ! Thanks for the video. I am going to try it.ReplyCancel

  • BernieMay 21, 2011 - 10:57 am

    Thanks for another wonderful tutorial. I don’t have any this type of punch yet but I’ll know where to come when I do. I’ve used your last tutorial on making frames without the corner punch on several cards. LOVE IT. Thanks again!
    Blessings BernieReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenMay 21, 2011 - 11:07 am

    Becca!!!!
    You MUST HAVE a mechanical mind to have figured this all out!!!!!!!! :) WOW!!!! I could NEVER have done this!!! I’ll have to have my husband read this to figure it out!!!!!!! I DON’T HAVE ANY TYPE of mechanical mind !!!!!!!!! I WILL go and watch your video!!!!!!!!!! You’ve just BLOWN ME AWAY!!!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • alsmouseMay 21, 2011 - 11:30 am

    Thank you for the excellent tutorial. I was going to ask for one but looks like I wasn’t the only one who wanted to know how.
    ~C8>ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkMay 21, 2011 - 11:51 am

    Thanks so much. Now, with your help, I have a chance to make it work.ReplyCancel

  • ChelseaMay 21, 2011 - 12:01 pm

    Gracious! I thought those frames came that way. I had no idea YOU punched them!!!! Becca, you are a punch genius. An absolute genius! Thank you so much for the tut.ReplyCancel

  • Diana BMay 21, 2011 - 12:06 pm

    OK, so that takes care of the smaller frame on that card – looks like you did something a bit different for the larger one, but I bet we can figure it out! Thanks, as always, Becca, for your generous spirit.ReplyCancel

  • Elaine AllenMay 21, 2011 - 12:07 pm

    Becca –

    Thank you so much for this. I LOVE your Becca Bits!

    Elaine AllenReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisMay 21, 2011 - 12:24 pm

    Awesome tutorial. I now can look at my punches in a different way. So clever you are Becca. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)May 21, 2011 - 12:32 pm

    I agree with all the previous comments, especially Mz Cookie, the 6th comment. You’re are a gem and I am truly blessed to have found you and your blog.ReplyCancel

  • MatildeMay 21, 2011 - 12:33 pm

    Becca, thank you so much – I love your videos – you are an excellent trainer and make everything very clear – thank you so much for taking the time to share your knowledge and talent! I appreciate it!ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonMay 21, 2011 - 12:51 pm

    BECCA THANK YOU FOR ANOTHER GREAT TUTORIAL THAT ALL OF
    US CAN LEARN FROM. ANY INFO PRINTED FOR US IS VERY HELP
    FUL. HOW CAN WE EVER THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU ARE DOING
    FOR ALL OF US STAMPERS. HERE IS MY GREAT BIG THANK YOU
    HUG AND KISS.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithMay 21, 2011 - 2:47 pm

    Another wonderful tutorial and love the way the card came out using this method.
    Creatively yours,
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • Elizabeth LincolnMay 21, 2011 - 2:50 pm

    Thanks Becca, you made this so easy to understand. A previous blogger had a great idea. If you wouldn’t cause you too much grief, is it possible to post the offset amounts on the MS punches you have already recorded. That would be so helpful for those of us not as talented as yourself.ReplyCancel

  • Harriet ClarkMay 21, 2011 - 5:41 pm

    Becca, you’ve done it again! With your creativity, generosity of spirit, and sharp thinking, you’ve given us a new use for our punch collection! Many thanks! And as some of the other commenters mentioned, maybe you could tell us the offsets for some of the MS punches. That would be a big help!!
    Thanks so much!ReplyCancel

  • Dianne CMay 21, 2011 - 7:01 pm

    Great tutorial Becca, thanks. DianneReplyCancel

  • Barbara GhigliottyMay 21, 2011 - 8:34 pm

    Hi Becca, I just wanted to thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial! Actually, ALL of your videos and written tutorials are so helpful! I look forward to seeing your post EVERY DAY ~ You are an amazingly talented lady, and so sweet to share your tips with us! Thank you so much!!!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara GhigliottyMay 21, 2011 - 8:40 pm

    Hi Becca,
    I just want to thank you so much for this tutorial! Actually, ALL of your tutorials and videos are so helpful!!! Thank you for being so sweet to share your tips and beautiful projects with all of us ~ We are really blessed to have you!!!ReplyCancel

  • Theresa RomaniMay 21, 2011 - 9:04 pm

    Great explanation and tutorial! I think I’ll write my offsets right on the punch with sharpie too, so I don’t have to find some mysterious book in my “Craftastrophie” (word courtesy of Lydia Feidler) of a stamp room.ReplyCancel

  • MickieMay 21, 2011 - 9:58 pm

    Fantastic! You are just so smart. I will try this and write the measurements on masking tape and stick on my punches. Thanks for the tutorial, it was great!ReplyCancel

  • varshaMay 21, 2011 - 10:01 pm

    thank you ,Becca……………………………….your tutorials are all very helpful..ReplyCancel

  • pat pMay 22, 2011 - 3:24 am

    Becca
    I always love your Becca Bits. They are so clear and helpful. You must be a math person or have really good logic skills. I would never have been able to figure it out with out a visual..Your tutorials are really helpful and show it so much better than words..
    thanks Becca
    patReplyCancel

  • TerriMay 22, 2011 - 10:19 am

    WOW! Thank you for another amazing tutorial.

    Ter ;)ReplyCancel

  • JoanMay 22, 2011 - 10:52 am

    I am new to your blog and just watched your video. What do you and everyone else mean by ‘offsets’ ? I have quite a few MS punches and they tell you to use a certain size paper to have them come out right.
    It looks like maybe you are using sizes other than what they say to use–is that what you are doing? I just don’t understand offsets??
    I will have to look at the video again–how in the world would I know if I need to cut off an inch or something else or what side I need to cut off anyway. Can you tell I really struggle when it comes to anything that involves math.
    Sorry to be so dense, would some one be kind enough to explain the whole concept please. tiaReplyCancel

  • JoanMay 22, 2011 - 11:00 am

    I am new here and just watched your video. I don’t understand what you mean by ‘offsets’. I have several of MS punches and they tell you to use certain size papers so they come out right.
    I guess I don’t understand offsets and what you are doing—but I would
    like to learn if you or someone would please explain to this dense person.ReplyCancel

  • LorililacMay 22, 2011 - 11:36 am

    Thank You Becca. You saved me a lot of guessing and Hoping it will work.ReplyCancel

  • MaryannMay 22, 2011 - 2:15 pm

    Thanks soooo much fir another great tutorial here Becca, I agree, your brain really knows how tto work things out ina great way, and thanks for sharing all that with us too.ReplyCancel

  • LupingMay 22, 2011 - 4:27 pm

    Your work inspires me to the maxReplyCancel

  • AlexMay 22, 2011 - 5:43 pm

    Ooh this is awesome I never thought to try this technique.I always love your Becca Bits. They are so clear and helpful. thanks for sharingReplyCancel

  • Rachel BrooksMay 22, 2011 - 6:36 pm

    Wow! Becca the wizard! This will save me MUCH paper (from errors) and MUCH frustration. Great tutorial – hardly a bit – more like a mammoth help! Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • Rachel BrooksMay 22, 2011 - 6:38 pm

    Wow! This will save me LOTS of paper (from trial and error) and LOTS of frustration! It’s hardly a Becca BIT, more like a Becca BOUNTY! Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • EileenMay 23, 2011 - 7:49 am

    Thank you for another wonderful tutorial Becca…..you are one smart cookie!
    LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • Vicki BMay 23, 2011 - 12:48 pm

    You give great tutorials. I watched this one and also the one for using edge punches without the corner punch to go with it. Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • JalineMay 23, 2011 - 2:01 pm

    Very good informations, thank you so much.ReplyCancel

  • debra mMay 23, 2011 - 3:10 pm

    What IS an offset?? I need to know what I need to measure. Sorry to be sooooooo basic!ReplyCancel

  • nancy wolffMay 26, 2011 - 12:55 pm

    Becca your talents are amazing. Thank you for all your tutorials. I’ve been able to punch great borders using the technique in your tutorial “Punching a perfect border”, but I’m having trouble with this Becca Bit using the corner punch. I can’t seem to get the off set right. I’ll keep trying. Thanks again, for all you do. God Bless.
    NancyReplyCancel


Hi there blog friends.  I’m bopping in very quickly to share a “different” card with you.  Here again, this is something I had sitting on the corner of my desk in the “I’m not sure how I feel about it pile.”  Often, on a day that I’m feeling spunky, I dive into that pile to come up with something.  I’ve loved this frame, so it finally made it onto a card!

I’m sharing a sentiment from Quietfire Design called Each of Us.  It’s small enough to fit right smack dab in the center.   I stamped it on acetate because I love the design on this paper and wanted it to be able to peek through.

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Quietfire DesignEach of Us
Paper: K & Co, Coredinations Pearl
Ink: Stazon
Accessories: Martha Stewart Border Punch – Doily Garden Deep, Pearls, Ribbon

Running out for errands, but I’ll be back tomorrow :-)

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  • sandi pMay 20, 2011 - 9:39 am

    Oh Becca … your cards are SO BEAUTIFUL!! My mind doesn’t think like this, but you inspire me every day. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us!!ReplyCancel

  • Peggy MaierMay 20, 2011 - 9:51 am

    SO pretty! That’s how I feel about it!ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)May 20, 2011 - 9:53 am

    Very glad you felt spunky enough to publish this card. It’s a winner. A tad different from your usual style, but I really like it. The frames are a knock out and as usual the bow treatment is fabulous. I would not have thought those colours would complement, but they do, wonderfully. A very together card. Gosh, I enjoy your blog! Many thanks.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaMay 20, 2011 - 9:56 am

    This is pretty Becca. Love how you did the frame. I love it!ReplyCancel

  • Mary H.May 20, 2011 - 10:01 am

    Just a lovely, lovely card. I have that MS punch, and NOW I have an idea of something to do with it. TFS. Have a great weekend.ReplyCancel

  • JessicaMay 20, 2011 - 10:06 am

    Hey Becca, I just love this card! The frame is exquisite! And the sentiment too…I love it all.
    Hugs, JessicaReplyCancel

  • Sylvia/GeorgiaMay 20, 2011 - 10:08 am

    Don’t have that punch; didn’t think I needed it. Now I know better! You inspire me every day! Every day I think you can’t get any better, and yet you always do.ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKMay 20, 2011 - 10:09 am

    Another little beauty Becca!!!!!

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • JeanMay 20, 2011 - 10:20 am

    I love the frames on this card. It is stunning, as always.ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie HarrisMay 20, 2011 - 10:28 am

    Very sweet, simple, elegant. I love the ivory frame.
    The bow accents it beautifully.
    BonnieReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.May 20, 2011 - 10:33 am

    Beautiful! Love the framing. Everything goes so well together.
    I have that MS punch but was wondering; how in the world do you make your frames? Something that I’m not doing right cause mine sure don’t come out as lovely as yours.
    ColleenB.ReplyCancel

  • Naomi A. of ColoradoMay 20, 2011 - 10:33 am

    Love it!
    BlessingsReplyCancel

  • MarisaMay 20, 2011 - 10:34 am

    Fabulous frame and a gorgeous card.ReplyCancel

  • Kimberly WMay 20, 2011 - 10:39 am

    It is different. The borders are really bold. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • AnneMay 20, 2011 - 10:44 am

    You do it every time! Such an elegant combination!
    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • Beverly HubbardMay 20, 2011 - 10:49 am

    I like your color combination, frame, embellishments, but can’t decide if I like
    two frames. Look forward to tomorrow”s post. Bev.ReplyCancel

  • MaryellenMay 20, 2011 - 10:55 am

    I love today’s card! The frame you created has inspired me to try to
    make one too.
    Thanks Becca and have a wonderful weekend!
    -MaryellenReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisMay 20, 2011 - 10:56 am

    Sometimes we are our own worse critics. Your card is very pretty and should have moved to the I want to show this off pile. I like how you have double framed the main focal and you have embellished just so nicely. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Evette K. CiampoMay 20, 2011 - 11:06 am

    You REALLY blew me away with this card honey. Wow is it amazing. My mind is not always on “creative” so it is often very difficult for me to come up with ideas…have to case alot. Sighhhh. Just want you to know I look up to u so much for fantastic ideas knowing your God given talent will help me and others to give that “creative brain” a boost!!! Thank you so much. Hugs.ReplyCancel

  • alsmouseMay 20, 2011 - 11:31 am

    Becca, you shouldn’t have been hesitant on this card. It is Lovely!
    ~C8>ReplyCancel

  • alsmouseMay 20, 2011 - 11:38 am

    Becca, you shouldn’t have been hesitant on this card. It’s Lovely!
    ~C8>ReplyCancel

  • janeybMay 20, 2011 - 11:39 am

    I’m so glad you had a ‘spunky’ day and finished this card – beautiful!!ReplyCancel

  • alsmouseMay 20, 2011 - 11:41 am

    Becca, you shouldn’t have been hesitant with this card. It is Lovely!
    ~C8>ReplyCancel

  • Anne ( Midlands UK)May 20, 2011 - 11:47 am

    It’s beautiful as always. Anne xReplyCancel

  • Stephanie WMay 20, 2011 - 11:53 am

    This is beautiful. I really like the sentiment on acetate. Great look.ReplyCancel

  • Kelli bMay 20, 2011 - 11:59 am

    Amazing card as usual. How did you make the frames like that using a punch? TfsReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenMay 20, 2011 - 12:25 pm

    WOW Becca!!!! THIS IS FABULOUS!!!!!!!!! What was there to be “unsure” of????? I would rank this card as one of YOUR BEST!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT IT!!!!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • BernieMay 20, 2011 - 12:28 pm

    Another stunner! That frame REALLY grabbed me. Brilliant color combo and of course the ribbon and bow are perfect.
    Blessings BernieReplyCancel

  • Carol RMay 20, 2011 - 12:34 pm

    Pretty card! Like the stick pin in with the bow.ReplyCancel

  • Cindy ClevengerMay 20, 2011 - 12:41 pm

    I like it!ReplyCancel

  • MarianMay 20, 2011 - 12:44 pm

    I love it…what border punch is that? Is it a punch around the page? IReplyCancel

  • Carol WMay 20, 2011 - 12:52 pm

    I agree, there was no need for hesitation! I love the “sandwashed” colours on this one — so peaceful.
    I’m also loving the use of the deep MS punch to create a frame — I think with a little figuring and a ruler I can use your tutorial on doing frames with border punches to achieve a similar look! (Of course, you’ve also made me want to run out and buy that punch rather than using one I already have!)ReplyCancel

  • HeatherMay 20, 2011 - 12:54 pm

    Glad you are having a “spunky” day :) Gorgeous card! Thank you for sharing :)ReplyCancel

  • AnnieMay 20, 2011 - 12:59 pm

    Beautiful card as usual! Loved it! Hugs, AnnieReplyCancel

  • Mary HarrisMay 20, 2011 - 1:04 pm

    So pretty!! I love that punch!!ReplyCancel

  • Elaine AllenMay 20, 2011 - 1:06 pm

    Becca –

    Another beautiful piece and I love the sentiment!

    Elaine AllenReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkMay 20, 2011 - 1:07 pm

    You always hit a homerun…this is hit out of the park! TFS. Enjoy your weekend.ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleMay 20, 2011 - 1:14 pm

    Great card….great frame…great saying!!! Thanks Becca!
    JanReplyCancel

  • Sandra PMay 20, 2011 - 1:15 pm

    I am one of those shamefaced persons who seldom have time to leave a comment — but for all the times I haven’t – your work is beautiful, YOU are beautiful and I wouldn’t miss a day without viewing your blog. TFS coloring, techniques, tutorials and more, all wonderful.ReplyCancel

  • Becky DunhamMay 20, 2011 - 1:24 pm

    Sweet card Becca! i love that sentiment and the paper peeking thru. That frame is interesting – would love to know how you made it, assuming you did :)ReplyCancel

  • Judy I, St. Louis MOMay 20, 2011 - 1:41 pm

    Awesome card. Now you’re going to have to explain just how you did that frame – please.ReplyCancel

  • Barbara AKA GardenladyMay 20, 2011 - 3:02 pm

    Oh I just love this card! The frame is perfect and I would love to know how you did it! Everything is so perfect…..love the colors, the bow and the stick pin. What an awesome card!ReplyCancel

  • Jean McGeeMay 20, 2011 - 3:50 pm

    OOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I like, I like. Almost want to call you Spunky but then I am not sure what is bringing on your spunkiness feeling. I also just “finished’ a couple of cards that I had no idea what I was going to do with them. Feels good to have completed them and off my desk -YES!!!
    Thank you soooooooo much for your tenacity/perserverance – sharing your God given talent with us.
    Jean McGeeReplyCancel

  • CandyMay 20, 2011 - 3:54 pm

    Extraordinary!ReplyCancel

  • Diana BMay 20, 2011 - 4:02 pm

    I love that frame! You simply must do a tutorial for us on how to do that…please?ReplyCancel

  • PattyMay 20, 2011 - 4:05 pm

    Becca
    This card is simply beautiful. I love this punch. Guess it’s another one I’ll have to go out & get. I just love punches & the spellbinders dies.
    Have a nice weekend.
    PattyReplyCancel

  • Magi DuncanMay 20, 2011 - 4:16 pm

    Becca, This is a beautiful card! But I am unclear as to how you made the frames! If you get the chance to share, I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks and have a great weekend! Hugs, MagiReplyCancel

  • Judie RymanMay 20, 2011 - 4:24 pm

    Well, I have to say that THIS has got to be one of my most favorite cards that you have EVER made. I simply love it!!! Thanks!!!ReplyCancel

  • SuziMay 20, 2011 - 4:34 pm

    That punch is on my shelf! Now I’m inspired to use it! You do such wonderful things for me! Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • LynneMay 20, 2011 - 5:58 pm

    My sentiments exactly. One of my most favorite cards. The frame is awesome. Would love to know how you made it.ReplyCancel

  • Deborah HooperMay 20, 2011 - 6:02 pm

    It’s beautiful as is everything you do. Your bows always seal the deal.ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BMay 20, 2011 - 6:08 pm

    I love it! You are really great with adding depth and texture.ReplyCancel

  • JeanMay 20, 2011 - 6:21 pm

    Becca – this is a beautiful work of art and your imagination brilliant! As always, thank you for sharing. Blessings.ReplyCancel

  • JeanMay 20, 2011 - 6:25 pm

    Becca ~ Your card is beautiful and your imagination brilliant. As always, thank you for sharing. Blessings.ReplyCancel

  • michelle frasherMay 20, 2011 - 6:44 pm

    ooh, i love this card. love the eyelet frames and the paper and everything else about it.ReplyCancel

  • mom2hMay 20, 2011 - 6:52 pm

    Stiiiiillllll hangin on for that Prima paper! :)ReplyCancel

  • Yvonne NicholsonMay 20, 2011 - 7:00 pm

    Becca I love your card and the border frames, how did you make them curved, did you use a did cut first then punch around it.
    You always come up with some thing different.ReplyCancel

  • VivaceMay 20, 2011 - 7:07 pm

    I love it! Love the frames. Those are really beautiful! Great idea.ReplyCancel

  • CharlotteMay 20, 2011 - 7:28 pm

    Oh, Becca, the eyelet frame is stunning! I love the sentiment and the way you stamped it on acetate so the design paper shows. The entire card is beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • cindy ClickMay 20, 2011 - 8:09 pm

    Another beautiful card. The colors are so elegant. Have a blessed weekend.
    Cindy
    nindys-blog.blogspot.comReplyCancel

  • Jo4HimMay 20, 2011 - 8:32 pm

    Great card Becca. Different—I like!ReplyCancel

  • Donna PrzybylowskiMay 20, 2011 - 8:40 pm

    Wonderfully beautiful card Becca, your work is always top knotch!! Love this card, and the acetate is such a great idea and to be able to see the lovely paper!!
    DonnaReplyCancel

  • MickieMay 20, 2011 - 8:45 pm

    What a beauty. Not understanding how you made the frames tho! They are gorgeous.ReplyCancel

  • DelamaMay 20, 2011 - 9:07 pm

    I like the card and I love how you did the two different size of boarder and as always I love the saying. Thank you for sharing.
    Have a great weekend :)
    DelamaReplyCancel

  • HeatherMay 21, 2011 - 4:52 am

    Gorgeous card Becca – when I first looked it reminded me of crochet lace which I love. The colours are beautiful and the sentiment is one that can be used so often and of course the bow has ‘Becca’ written all over it.tfs.
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • VARSHAMay 21, 2011 - 5:15 am

    THANKS BECCA…….I LOVE THE NEUTRAL COLOURS……..AND THE SENTIMENT….A PERFECT CARD ON MY BIRTHDAY……………………………..ReplyCancel

  • VARSHAMay 21, 2011 - 5:21 am

    THANK YOU, BECCA…………….LOVE THE NEUTRAL SHADES……AND THE SENTIMENT……..PERFECT ON MY BIRTHDAY……..ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterMay 21, 2011 - 9:12 am

    so pretty, such lovely layering of the framingReplyCancel

  • DawnMay 21, 2011 - 10:52 am

    This is another breathe taking card from you!
    Thank you for sharing the beauty you create!
    Hugs, DawnReplyCancel

  • Connie GodMay 22, 2011 - 7:38 am

    Very cool! Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellMay 22, 2011 - 7:55 am

    I LOVE this!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • FMMay 22, 2011 - 3:37 pm

    Beautiful…I LOVE THIS!ReplyCancel

  • Sylvia/LittleTreasuresMay 22, 2011 - 8:40 pm

    Thanks for the tutorial on this beautiful framework. I treasure your Becca Bits, helps me save a lot of time! Really pretty color combo too. EnjoyReplyCancel

  • EileenMay 23, 2011 - 7:38 am

    The frames are lovely but I think it is the bow, flower and stick pin that makes this card sing! Another beauty Becca!
    LOL EileenReplyCancel

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Yes it’s true . . . I try to deny it but I think it shows. Yes, I try to slip a card in here and a card in there, but it seems like there’s always something on the corner of my desk that’s pink. I surrender!  I’m swamped with quite a few deadlines and I finished up this card that has been waiting in the wings for a while – I was just rationing pink!  This is a sweet set from Flourishes called Fanciful Flourishes, that I’ve been dying to get inky. I love damask, it absolutely makes my heart sing, so it was quite satisfying to work the motif into a background. You know what that means don’t you? No hunting for hours for the right paper, because I made the perfect one myself ;-)

For the romantic shape of the card I used Spellbinders Grand Labels One.  Since the card is predominantly white, I wanted the bottom to seem like eyelet fabric so I punched a border.  Then I added white lace, pearls and ribbon.  I stamped the small sentiment on Spellbinders Floral Doily Accents and threaded my ribbon through to hold it in place.  Lastly, I stamped the damask butterfly (on both sides) and the solid butterfly on another paper then cut them all out with Spellbinders Fanciful Flight.  The flower was already made and I pulled together the pieces for my pearl pick.   

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Flourishes – Fanciful Flourishes
Paper: K & Company, Expedit White Cardstock
Ink: Colorbox Chalk – Pink Pastel
Accessories: Spellbinders Grand Labels One, Spellbinders Fanciful Flight, Spellbinders Doily Accents, Lace, MS Border Punch, EK Success Border Punch, Hug Snug Seam Binding, Recollections Pearls, Zva Creative Pearls

Thanks for stopping in to see me.  Have a fab day!!

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  • Gail RMay 19, 2011 - 10:52 am

    Gorgeous card as always…..just lovin’ the lace you have used it’s adorable
    Hugs GailxReplyCancel

  • Naomi A. of ColoradoMay 19, 2011 - 11:04 am

    What a beautiful card. It truly is an inspiration to see your blessed talent come through in your cards. Thank you for sharing your blog, your projects and blessings!ReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)May 19, 2011 - 11:12 am

    This is purely scrumptious in pink with lace & pearls — what more could a girl want?!!!ReplyCancel

  • Gretchen WilsonMay 19, 2011 - 11:14 am

    Becca, This is beautiful. I love pink and I don’t get to do enough of it, too many males in this family.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaMay 19, 2011 - 11:17 am

    This is gorgeous. Love the pink and love that lace.ReplyCancel

  • Terri SMay 19, 2011 - 11:17 am

    This one should be framed in a wonderful Victorian frame it is so pretty. Love the idea of stamping on the b/g paper to just get the design you want.ReplyCancel

  • AlexMay 19, 2011 - 11:18 am

    I love pink, and lace, and pearls, Becca your work is beatiful and amazing.ReplyCancel

  • Debby WMay 19, 2011 - 11:19 am

    Stunningly beautiful Becca. I love the pink myself. This is an awesome card. Hope your day is going well and all of your deadlines are met. Hugs…..ReplyCancel

  • Debby WMay 19, 2011 - 11:20 am

    Stunning card Becca. I love pink. Your card invokes a feeling of romance. I love it.ReplyCancel

  • Sally GasparriMay 19, 2011 - 11:21 am

    There is no color more feminine than pink and this card is the ultimate of femininity. Love your use of the lace, pearls, ribbon – all of it together. Beautiful card!!! I would be over the top if you sent it to me.

    Sally GasparriReplyCancel

  • Ree DonnellyMay 19, 2011 - 11:24 am

    No other words fit but PRETTY, PRETTY & PRETTY!!!ReplyCancel

  • Becky DunhamMay 19, 2011 - 11:25 am

    They say the first step to overcoming an addiction is to admit that you have one :) Personally I hope you don’t overcome this addiction because you do pink so well! This card is absolutely gorgeous! I definitely have to have that eyelet lace punch – I have seen it a couple of times recently and it is calling me loudly!ReplyCancel

  • Peggy MMay 19, 2011 - 11:26 am

    Becca, This is a sweet card. You can have an affair with pink any time you want. I also like pink..purple, red, blue, green, yellow, orange, etc. {{Hugs}}ReplyCancel

  • Fran LMay 19, 2011 - 11:28 am

    Oh! So pretty! I love everything about it. Your gift always amazes me!ReplyCancel

  • Marie SellersMay 19, 2011 - 11:28 am

    Ooooh-La-La…What a georgeous card! Love it!ReplyCancel

  • CharlotteMay 19, 2011 - 11:33 am

    Another stunning creation! I love pink, too – and, all the added lace, ribbon and pearls (not to mention all the die cuts/punching) give this card such a delicate, feminine look. LOVE IT. Thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithMay 19, 2011 - 11:34 am

    I love all the pink-ness!! It is so soft and lovely. I really am lov’in all of the laces you have been coming up with. Where are you finding this esquisite laces. Are they from your local fabric store ? I sure am not seeing them at any that I frequent. They are truly beautiful finds.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • Beth B.May 19, 2011 - 11:38 am

    Becca, your card is sooooo gorgeous! Love all that pink and everything else! Fantastic job, as always!ReplyCancel

  • ileanaMay 19, 2011 - 11:39 am

    this is soooo pretty! beautiful details, hugs,ReplyCancel

  • Andrea EwenMay 19, 2011 - 11:42 am

    Make no excuses for loving pink, it is a perfectly delicate and feminine color that should be honored and displayed prominently. Looks like you’ve accomplished both of those tasks… :)ReplyCancel

  • Anne McIntoshMay 19, 2011 - 11:43 am

    You continur to amaze me! I always think I’m overdoing it with embellishments, but you have convinced me there’s never too much. Your work is unbelievable! I’m so glad I found your blog!ReplyCancel

  • DawnMay 19, 2011 - 11:44 am

    I love pink!!!!
    I am wowed by your beautiful creation! (Again!)
    It is so lovely..
    Thank you for sharing.
    Hugs, DawnReplyCancel

  • Cathe EkasMay 19, 2011 - 11:47 am

    Becca, Your cards are truly works af art. What an amazing talent you have. I also love all of the pink, lace & pearls. I have not stamped or done any paperrafting for 10yrs due to illness.. Things have changed so much.
    I know you can not answer many questions because you are so busy and have so many followers but I do not know what die cut machine to buy. I know you use spellbinder dies and sizzix embossing. Do they all go together. Can I buy the more inexpensive Sizzix and use spellbinder dies?
    If you can’t answer, I’ll understand. God Bless. Have a good day.ReplyCancel

  • CandyMay 19, 2011 - 11:47 am

    Just dreamy….ReplyCancel

  • Elaine AllenMay 19, 2011 - 11:47 am

    Nothing wrong with pink in my book Becca. Especially when it looks as spectacular as your masterpiece! Gorgeous!

    Elaine AllenReplyCancel

  • ColoradoMay 19, 2011 - 11:53 am

    Lovely card!! Fanciful Flight is on my wish list!!!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara JayMay 19, 2011 - 11:56 am

    Wow this is gorgeous!! I never grow tired of your pink beauties . Everyone is magnificentReplyCancel

  • Karla TempestMay 19, 2011 - 11:57 am

    I love your card today in the pink. The backgrounf with the new stamps are going to be so great for backgrounds. The flat lace you used today as well as yestedays are outstanding and add a punch to set it all off.

    I look forward to each one of your posts to see what new you have come up with. You do such great work.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenMay 19, 2011 - 11:58 am

    Pink makes me SIGH!!!!!!!!!! Can you hear me????? :) This is LOVELLLLYYY!!!!!!!!! I REALLY like how you stamped the damask on top of the stripped paper!!!!!! SOOOOO ABSOLUTELY SWEET & DELICATE!!!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkMay 19, 2011 - 12:05 pm

    Pretty In Pink, TFS.ReplyCancel

  • KathyMay 19, 2011 - 12:08 pm

    Another beautiful card, Becca! Your work is absolutely amazing!ReplyCancel

  • sandi ackermanMay 19, 2011 - 12:19 pm

    Yes Becca, Pink is your color. The 3D Butterfly is cool.ReplyCancel

  • MegMay 19, 2011 - 12:31 pm

    Pink is good anytime!! Go with it. Like seeing your projects. Keep up the good work.ReplyCancel

  • MegMay 19, 2011 - 12:35 pm

    Don’t know if my first comment got on or not. But another beautiful pink card. Always nice.ReplyCancel

  • Jo UnwinMay 19, 2011 - 12:39 pm

    I share your love affair with pink :) and this card is absolutely beautiful. I would be thrilled to receive something like this!
    JoReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleMay 19, 2011 - 12:42 pm

    So sweet…love the pink…absolutely perfect Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Terry S.May 19, 2011 - 12:42 pm

    Wow, whata great card. Reminds meof the movie ‘Pretty in Pink’. Everything just goes so well together.ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)May 19, 2011 - 12:51 pm

    Oh Becca, you’ve gone and did it again. Created another memorable card and it’s pink! Pink has to be the loveliest shade in the spectrum. I’m thrilled to pieces that you incorporate it so often in your cards. Makes me feel giddy with happiness when I look at your work, specially in pink. Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • JessicaMay 19, 2011 - 12:58 pm

    I love pink too! What a sweet card. And you’re the creator, what’s wrong with pink maybe once a week. I always love your stuff.
    Hugs, JessReplyCancel

  • Beth PollockMay 19, 2011 - 1:20 pm

    Becca I just love your work! It is so soft and feminine, and, well, comforting. There is an aura that comes from your cards, as well as your website that is just so warm and welcoming. It is like coming into a friends house for tea and scones and talking over creative ideas.
    Pink is just fine in my book! LOL
    Beth PReplyCancel

  • DeniceMay 19, 2011 - 1:28 pm

    Pink is probably one of my least favorite colors, but wow this card is absolutly beautiful. Pink and all. You really have a God given talant on getting colors to zing…… God bless…..deniceReplyCancel

  • ChinnuMay 19, 2011 - 1:28 pm

    So so pretty and girly! Love it.ReplyCancel

  • SusanMay 19, 2011 - 1:28 pm

    Simply lovely.ReplyCancel

  • yvonne TuneMay 19, 2011 - 2:12 pm

    pink’s my favourite colour as well, beautiful cardReplyCancel

  • Sylvia/GeorgiaMay 19, 2011 - 2:16 pm

    Yes, pretty in pink, but this is more than pretty. It’s gorgeously beautiful!!ReplyCancel

  • Mary HarrisMay 19, 2011 - 2:19 pm

    Just GORGEOUS!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Carol RMay 19, 2011 - 2:22 pm

    Another beautiful and elegant card in pink!ReplyCancel

  • BonnieMay 19, 2011 - 2:40 pm

    Absolutely beautiful…..you are truly amazing!!!
    This has to be one of my very favourites.
    BonnieReplyCancel

  • Pat BargerMay 19, 2011 - 2:57 pm

    How gorgeous, Becca. I also love your pink!!!!!!
    By the way, where do you find your lovely lace
    that you use on your cards. It always adds such
    a gorgeous feminine touch!

    Blessings,
    PatReplyCancel

  • Pam PMay 19, 2011 - 3:07 pm

    Yet another gorgeous card. I too love pink, it is the color that I use most when making cards. Thanks for sharing your beautiful cards with us.ReplyCancel

  • Pat JandacekMay 19, 2011 - 3:13 pm

    You and your beautiful cards and comments make every day perfect. Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • Rene from OZMay 19, 2011 - 3:29 pm

    Hi Becca, your card is lovely and you do pink very well.
    Rene from OZ xoReplyCancel

  • JeanMay 19, 2011 - 3:40 pm

    Becca, you are so awesome. This is a great card. Love all the elements!ReplyCancel

  • GerryMay 19, 2011 - 3:46 pm

    Becca – You are a hopeless romantic! You are so creative. I absolutely love your work!ReplyCancel

  • Tami BMay 19, 2011 - 3:55 pm

    This is so pretty. I especially love the lace and little pink rose.ReplyCancel

  • BernieMay 19, 2011 - 3:56 pm

    Wow this is Stunning! I love the pink, lace, and pearls. I especially love how you stamped on the butterfly, makes it pop and come to life.
    You inspire and educate so many of us. I see shadows of your work and links to your blog all over blog land.
    Blessings BernieReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonMay 19, 2011 - 4:27 pm

    BECCA NOW THAT IS WHAT I CALL A BECCA CARD, BEAUTIFUL
    FANTASTIC AND PRETTY. OH, IF I COULD ONLY COME UP WITH CARDS LIKE YOU DO. THEY ARE JUST FANTASTIC WEN YOU MAKE
    A BECCA CARD. WHO EVER WON THE BEAUTIFUL PAPER???????

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • Pat FaulhaberMay 19, 2011 - 4:44 pm

    Forgot to leave a comment yesterday but here goes for today. Still loving the paper giveaway and your card today was gorgeous as usual. HAVE to look at your website every day—my favorite. PatReplyCancel

  • Deborah HooperMay 19, 2011 - 5:47 pm

    Why fight the feeling! Go with it. The card is beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • AnneMay 19, 2011 - 6:02 pm

    So so pretty! Love it :o)
    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • DawnllMay 19, 2011 - 6:17 pm

    I am with you and Pink- Love it!ReplyCancel

  • Eunice BrownMay 19, 2011 - 6:20 pm

    I also love pink, so I don’t think you could ever go wrong using that color. Another beautiful card, Becca, thanks for sharing. E.BrownReplyCancel

  • Kathy SMay 19, 2011 - 6:27 pm

    your cards are absolutely stunning- I love this card so soft and feminineReplyCancel

  • JeanMay 19, 2011 - 7:17 pm

    Hello Becca ~ as always your card is gorgeous, very, very pretty and pink really is so feminine. Pink is in a class all by itself, as are your cards. I love the fine details that you’ve applied to this one. Thanks for sharing! Take care, Blessings.ReplyCancel

  • Beverly HubbardMay 19, 2011 - 7:50 pm

    YOU NEVER FAIL TO MAKE A BEAUTIFUL CARD. HOW I WISH I HAD YOUR TALENT.ReplyCancel

  • janeybMay 19, 2011 - 8:19 pm

    Fanciful Flight – perfect name for this perfect card!!

    hugsReplyCancel

  • VivaceMay 19, 2011 - 9:05 pm

    Beautiful! I love the pink! I really love the eyelet border.ReplyCancel

  • Michelle HonseMay 19, 2011 - 9:29 pm

    I love love love this card!! Your things are always an inspiration to me! I look forward to your daily blog each day! You creat a bright spot each day in my life! Thanks for the great things you do!!ReplyCancel

  • MickieMay 19, 2011 - 9:29 pm

    Such a beauty Becca, I don’t know where you get all your ideas. You are so a beautiful, talented person.ReplyCancel

  • LynneMay 19, 2011 - 9:34 pm

    Exquisite. I love the pink and the lace.ReplyCancel

  • Ginny IngramMay 19, 2011 - 11:11 pm

    I love that you love pink! This is another beautiful card. I don’t seem to make pink cards – maybe I’ll have to try one soon!ReplyCancel

  • AndreaAMay 19, 2011 - 11:17 pm

    OMgosh Becca, I think this is my most favorite card ever!!!!!!!!
    I think I have loved every card you ever made and it would have been hard to chose a favorite until just now.
    My favorite color goes all the way back before I started school.
    That is when I learned the difference between pink and baby pink!!!
    Love it!!!ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BMay 20, 2011 - 12:27 am

    Oh my word, another winner. Beautiful card!ReplyCancel

  • EllenMay 20, 2011 - 1:07 am

    I, too, dearly love pink! Most any shade, but especially the mauvey rosy ones. Just loved the current card. Your talent is incredible!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)May 20, 2011 - 2:09 am

    Becca,

    This is absolutely beautiful, simply breathtaking!

    Hugs,

    LisaReplyCancel

  • trish lawrenceMay 20, 2011 - 3:05 am

    Each morning you cheer me up with your lovely cards,my fix you could say. Thankyou for being there every day.ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKMay 20, 2011 - 3:45 am

    Well what can I say Becca that already hasn’t been said! This card is sooooooo exquisite, such a beautiful shade of pink and the details are just amazing. Oh I love it to bits!! I always look forward so much to my daily visits to your stunning blog.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • Angelina WesselsMay 20, 2011 - 3:49 am

    A very pretty card – I love the pink and white!ReplyCancel

  • VARSHAMay 20, 2011 - 4:11 am

    A CREATIVE BEAUTY………FROM A BEAUTIFUL HEART….ReplyCancel

  • VARSHAMay 20, 2011 - 4:11 am

    A BEAUTIFUL CREATION……FROM A BEAUTIFUL HEARTReplyCancel

  • VARSHAMay 20, 2011 - 4:15 am

    A BEAUTIFUL CARD…………FROM A BEAUTIFUL HEART……ReplyCancel

  • Anne ( Midlands UK)May 20, 2011 - 4:31 am

    Another beautiful card Becca. AnneReplyCancel

  • bonnie weissMay 20, 2011 - 5:57 am

    I always look forward to what you have created and posted, Becca and secretly I hope it’s pink! This card is another stunner.

    From one pink addict to another …ReplyCancel

  • Mi MiMay 20, 2011 - 5:58 am

    I am mad for pink too and I love this card.ReplyCancel

  • La VonneMay 20, 2011 - 6:26 am

    I luv your bows with seam binding….where to you get your binding? Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • deb vandersteegMay 20, 2011 - 6:45 am

    Oh Becca
    I love pink as well and this and this is just gorgeous!! The lace, flower and pearls are the perfect additions to this masterpiece. Beautiful work sweetie.

    Hugs and Blessings,
    DebReplyCancel

  • MarianMay 20, 2011 - 7:32 am

    Beautiful! I love the colors and am envisioning (is that a word?) it in several other pallettes too…I love paper, I love Spellbinders!! and I love punches…I’m a true addict.ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisMay 20, 2011 - 7:56 am

    Very pretty in pink your card is Becca, Love the flower and how you have embellished your whole card. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterMay 20, 2011 - 9:31 am

    Oh so lovely, like your lace and punched border, pretty flower!ReplyCancel

  • MegMay 20, 2011 - 12:55 pm

    Another unique card. Would like to see how you did that frame. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Sue WalshMay 20, 2011 - 7:18 pm

    Totally fabulous!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Juliana TMay 20, 2011 - 8:26 pm

    beautiful, beautiful car! I love your attention to detail.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy J (Wattle)May 20, 2011 - 11:44 pm

    Pretty Pink Perfection!!! Gorgeous Becca!!ReplyCancel

  • TrishaMay 21, 2011 - 1:03 am

    Good Morning Becca
    What wonders of beauty must lay in your ‘stash’ !
    If I had your stash in my craft room, I might stay in there forever, just
    sitting and staring at all the pretty things.
    The lace that you used on this pink card, is without a doubt the most gorgeous lace ever.
    Love, love, love this card!!
    Hugs & Smiles
    TrishaReplyCancel

  • JeanneMay 21, 2011 - 4:39 pm

    Becca,

    I know you don’t usually go with pink but WOW maybe you should. This is absolutely GORGEOUS. LOVE IT!ReplyCancel

  • KimMay 21, 2011 - 6:28 pm

    What a beautiful and stunning card. You did an amazing job, I love this card. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • EileenMay 22, 2011 - 9:57 am

    WOW this is a very pretty and feminine card which so many people would love to receive….with me at the top of the list LOL
    Gorgeous!
    LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • LalaMay 22, 2011 - 4:04 pm

    Oh Becca, You have such a talent! You always seem to have the perfect combinations on your cards, colors, embellishments, and die cuts. Love each and every card.ReplyCancel

  • Karen LinarezMay 29, 2011 - 2:11 am

    I love the card shape and it’s so perfect with that border, which really does look like eyelet. The butterfly is beautiful and goes perfectly with that sentiment die. Just an absolutely beautiful card.ReplyCancel

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