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Really!!  It honestly doesn’t get any easier than this, lol!  I have less than an hour invested in this card but I’m pleased as punch.  You see, one of my Quietfire Design team mates is hosting a challenge over on Two Peas and I was fretting about whether I would have time enough to enter.  So, I’m checking it off my list :-)  I absolutely love this sentiment!!  No telling why I went with the red and white other than I love them and to me it makes the card jump out at you.
By the way, if you have some sweet sentiments you’d like to show off, head on over here to check out the rules for this ultra simple challenge in the Winterfest 2011 and give it a whirl!!

I’m under the gun to get some cards out in the mail, so I’ve decided that this will be the format for my mailing, er..um..minus the gems, lol!  I love it when a plan comes together.  Speaking of plan, I hope yours includes some me time or craft time!!

HOW IT’S MADE

1. Make Card Base – mine is 5″ x 6.5″
2. Cut paper 4.25″ x 5.5″ and emboss.
3. Stamp sentiment and adhere to a slightly larger mat with foam tape.
4. Tie Ribbon, adhere focal panel to base using foam tape.
5. Adhere a gem to each embossed line intersection. (80) and 1 pearl at center.

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Quietfire Design – To Create Is to Touch
Paper: Strathmore Acrylic
Ink: Colorbox Pigment Ink – Cranberry
Accessories:  Satin Ribbon, Pearl, Ruby Gems, Clear Embossing Powder. Sizzix Embossing Plate – Thank You Set #5

Be sweet and enjoy your day!!

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  • KathyMarch 8, 2011 - 8:54 am

    Very elegant… this would be great for Valentine’s Day or Christmas!!ReplyCancel

  • TammiMarch 8, 2011 - 9:06 am

    WOW!!!! THIS IS SPECTACULAR!!!!! This is one of my favorites so far! <3ReplyCancel

  • geatyMarch 8, 2011 - 9:12 am

    hi becca, i love this card, is gorgeous, kiss from belgiumReplyCancel

  • yvonne TuneMarch 8, 2011 - 9:15 am

    Beautiful, I love it, but then I love all your creationsReplyCancel

  • Corine van der ZeeMarch 8, 2011 - 9:16 am

    So gorgeous!!! Love the white with red accents and beautiful sentiment.

    Hugs from Holland
    CorineReplyCancel

  • Linda EMarch 8, 2011 - 9:18 am

    Fabulous card! Your embossing and bling add so much impact!ReplyCancel

  • Gloria CMarch 8, 2011 - 9:19 am

    Becca,

    I just love Red and White cards, and this one is Beautiful!!

    Thank you.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy BillingsMarch 8, 2011 - 9:19 am

    Becca…your work is exquisite!!!! My desire is to make cards that are just a little bit like yours. Well actually exactly like yours but I’ll be happy if they even resemble them a little bit. :) You are the Queen of card making and have such a wonderful talent and I know it is inspired by God. I always look forward to seeing what you do. Will you be making a tutorial for this card? I Love all the scoring on this card. Oh how I wish that I could spend some time with you learning how to choose papers and, make such gorgeous bows and put everything together so beautifully!!!!ReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.March 8, 2011 - 9:20 am

    Oh, WOW! That is one Awesome card
    ColleenReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisMarch 8, 2011 - 9:22 am

    Did you say easy. This is elegant Becca, I love all of the half back pearls on your card Becca they go so well with the beautiful bow. as always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • mary anneMarch 8, 2011 - 9:23 am

    What a lovely card. I just love the red and white. It is a favorite of mine.
    – Very simple but very elegant.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaMarch 8, 2011 - 9:25 am

    This is just stunning, love the white and red, and love this embossing plate.ReplyCancel

  • Carol LMarch 8, 2011 - 9:30 am

    absolutely STUNNING!ReplyCancel

  • Amanda HMarch 8, 2011 - 9:36 am

    Beautiful, Becca!! Another Gorgeous and Drool Worth Inspiration for all of us!! :) I enjoy all of your cards so much :)ReplyCancel

  • Deb RobinsonMarch 8, 2011 - 9:39 am

    Becca: Wow the card does jump at you. Would love this for V-Day or Christmas – different sentiment though. Great Job! Did you do your bow with your Whatchamacallit! (Peg-Bow)ReplyCancel

  • Donna RMarch 8, 2011 - 9:48 am

    Beautiful card, Becca! It really pops with that splash of red. TFS!ReplyCancel

  • Karen WallaceMarch 8, 2011 - 9:51 am

    This and the previous one are both beautiful. I love the simplicity of this and yet it’s elegant.ReplyCancel

  • Karen WallaceMarch 8, 2011 - 9:55 am

    Just beautiful, I hope this comment works, last one didn’t take. I love the card and very understated elegance.ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKMarch 8, 2011 - 9:55 am

    Oh so beautiful Becca….the red and white is just gorgeous!

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • EdnaMarch 8, 2011 - 9:57 am

    Beautiful, but mailing with all those stones is a pain but a hand out card, it’s perfect. Stickles is much better for mailing. EdnaReplyCancel

  • cynthiaMarch 8, 2011 - 9:58 am

    Absolutely gorgeous, as always! Blessings!ReplyCancel

  • Dianne CMarch 8, 2011 - 10:01 am

    Elegant card Becca. DianneReplyCancel

  • Penny ReedMarch 8, 2011 - 10:02 am

    Another stunner!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Judy CoveyMarch 8, 2011 - 10:07 am

    OMG, such a simple card that couldn’t be more gorgeous and elegant! I totally love this card and will definitely do my best to recreate it soon. Thanks so much for the inspiration, again!!!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara WilsonMarch 8, 2011 - 10:13 am

    Beautiful card. But I am with you if I had to produce very many I would leave off the gems.ReplyCancel

  • JackieMarch 8, 2011 - 10:16 am

    This card really stands out, both in its simplicity and beauty! Great job, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • AnneMarch 8, 2011 - 10:23 am

    Love it! Love it!

    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • JessicaMarch 8, 2011 - 10:38 am

    Thanks for this lovely card Becca! It is so simple and easy yet it makes quite a splash! Love it, love it, love it!
    Thanks JessicaReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterMarch 8, 2011 - 10:40 am

    Beautiful, really makes a statement!ReplyCancel

  • MarisaMarch 8, 2011 - 10:50 am

    Those gems on the intersections are fabulous! Love the red and white and your bow is stunning. Great card :)ReplyCancel

  • Pat SMarch 8, 2011 - 10:51 am

    Sorry pretty and clean! Love the simplicity of the design.ReplyCancel

  • Pat SMarch 8, 2011 - 10:52 am

    Oops. Too many letters. Meant to say So pretty not sorry! My bad.ReplyCancel

  • Regina NMarch 8, 2011 - 10:53 am

    The red makes this card so rich. Wonerful job as usualReplyCancel

  • SusiMarch 8, 2011 - 11:16 am

    Wow! You sure have a way of making CAS Clean & SPECTACULAR!! Gorgeous card, love the red & white!ReplyCancel

  • Karen LinarezMarch 8, 2011 - 11:21 am

    Fabulous card. I never would have thought to try something so simple and expect such a stunning result. I love it! I always get inspiration from you, Becca. Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • Leslie GMarch 8, 2011 - 11:31 am

    This is so wonderful — love the colors!ReplyCancel

  • BernieMarch 8, 2011 - 11:39 am

    Wow Simple but STUNNING!
    Blessings BernieReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)March 8, 2011 - 11:40 am

    WOW! What this card says to me is bright, fresh and snazzy. An hour? Oh my, I have so much to learn! It would take me a couple of hours just to attach the gems.ReplyCancel

  • Mrs. HamMarch 8, 2011 - 11:51 am

    You have proven that quick and be beautiful. Love it.ReplyCancel

  • Shelly SchmidtMarch 8, 2011 - 12:10 pm

    Gorgeous card! Love the jewels and the gorgeous bow- and the sentiment is wonderful! TFSReplyCancel

  • CarolMarch 8, 2011 - 12:13 pm

    lovely, Becca! I do have a question for you. Your page design and colors are lovely, but I cannot see the writing in pale print and am searching for the place to find older posts. I don’t get to log on very often but don’t want to miss any of your cards, so love to look back through older posts. Where am I missing this “older posts” place? Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • Sabine EdelmannMarch 8, 2011 - 12:41 pm

    Love this clean card! Awesome red and white card!ReplyCancel

  • RosendaMarch 8, 2011 - 1:13 pm

    Really beatiful. I love the embossing in the card.ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleMarch 8, 2011 - 1:27 pm

    Beatiful Becca! I like everything about the card!
    JanReplyCancel

  • FMMarch 8, 2011 - 1:38 pm

    Very elegant!!! What a striking card!ReplyCancel

  • MargMarch 8, 2011 - 2:16 pm

    What a wonderful saying. The card looks so dramatic that it just ‘pops’. Lovely.ReplyCancel

  • JeanMarch 8, 2011 - 3:05 pm

    What a beautiful card. I love it!ReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellMarch 8, 2011 - 3:09 pm

    So elegantReplyCancel

  • Anne ( Midlands UK)March 8, 2011 - 3:53 pm

    It is gorgeous- as they say less is more.ReplyCancel

  • kathy sMarch 8, 2011 - 4:18 pm

    this is simply gorgeous- is the embossing a folder- can’t say I’ve seen that one but wow what an effect. Love love love the colour combo.ReplyCancel

  • Donna VoseMarch 8, 2011 - 4:45 pm

    Hi Becca, I am amazed daily at your creativity. You make the most BEAUTIFUL cards I’ve ever seen. Thank you for sharing. You are a real inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • WendyMarch 8, 2011 - 5:06 pm

    Very nice! Love it!ReplyCancel

  • CarolenMarch 8, 2011 - 5:09 pm

    Stunning!ReplyCancel

  • EvaMarch 8, 2011 - 6:24 pm

    Becca, have you tried the new Jewel Dazzles from Hot Off the Press? They are stickers that look like jewels when adhered to a card but without the bulk. I just love them, aince I mail most of my cards & the bulk of jewels is too expensive to mail.ReplyCancel

  • AnneMarch 8, 2011 - 6:45 pm

    80 gems!!! Oh my goodness Becca, you’ve the patience of a Saint.
    It’s a beautiufl card
    Anne xReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)March 8, 2011 - 6:57 pm

    Becca,

    This card is absolutely Gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!!! I love the bright red on the white!
    Stunning!

    Hugs,

    Lisa AthaReplyCancel

  • Neesey GebalskiMarch 8, 2011 - 7:04 pm

    Love it.ReplyCancel

  • MichelleMarch 8, 2011 - 7:22 pm

    Beautiful! Red is my favorite color and I am in awe of the beauty here. The sentiment is perfect!ReplyCancel

  • lizMarch 8, 2011 - 7:50 pm

    I love the red it stands out so nice most people I think save the red and white for christmas or Feb.14th but I love using it all the time and I love the embossing stunningReplyCancel

  • MarianneMarch 8, 2011 - 7:54 pm

    Beautiful! Love the red & white, the bling & justeverything you do.ReplyCancel

  • Theresa RomaniMarch 8, 2011 - 7:56 pm

    Oh my gosh! Drop dead gorgeous! I’m going to need to get my hands on that embossing plate. You are such an enabler, LOL.ReplyCancel

  • VivaceMarch 8, 2011 - 8:13 pm

    Gorgeous! I want to try this idea! Love it!ReplyCancel

  • KellyMarch 8, 2011 - 9:22 pm

    Simply beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Christi aMarch 8, 2011 - 11:39 pm

    So elegant. Great job!!!!ReplyCancel

  • AnaMarch 9, 2011 - 2:56 am

    Sencillo, elegante, hermoso………..realmente muy hermosa !!!

    Felicidades !!!

    Doy gracias a Dios por el talento que ha depositado en ti.ReplyCancel

  • HeatherMarch 9, 2011 - 5:08 am

    Simply beautiful Becca – love the colour. Is the embossing a stencil or a folder please?
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • EileenMarch 9, 2011 - 7:41 am

    Simple and Elegant! Beautiful!!!!
    LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • SheilaMarch 9, 2011 - 8:34 am

    Wow!!! You just want to touch and hold this card. Awesome job. Thanks for the ideas. I could never make anything like this but I can dream about it.ReplyCancel

  • MaryMarch 9, 2011 - 12:08 pm

    Oh, Becca…………………Love this card it has all the pazza and bling that I love. I am sooo into bling!!! Your creations are always THE BEST!!!ReplyCancel

  • yogiMarch 10, 2011 - 2:01 pm

    Beautiful. That’s a whooping bunch of rhinestones. Love the red & white.ReplyCancel

  • DWDMarch 11, 2011 - 12:01 am

    This card is just beautiful!!! It would have taken me an hour to attach all those gems and another hour to tie the bow!!! You did good to do this whole card in an hour.ReplyCancel

  • Nadine BaileyMarch 30, 2011 - 10:27 am

    I enjoy the card fronts. My problem is with what to do with the inside many times. The front of the cards are so wonderful, I feel like the inside is lame.

    Could you show examples of the inside of the cards?

    Thanks.ReplyCancel

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Happy Monday Blog Friends!! I have a quick card to share with you today. For the past several weeks I’ve been playing along with Mojo Monday and since I find that that works well for me, I’m at it again today. It really helps me break outside of my box and perhaps use things that I don’t normally use on a card. I pulled out some of my favorite muted K & Company paper and flowers and got started.  This is Mojo Monday 181 – what a pretty sketch!!


I was pretty true to the sketch and worked it up quite quickly this morning. I’m moving on to some “have to do” things, so this is a welcome break for me.  Off to get coffee and contemplate over my chore list!!  By the way, son’s birthday dinner last night was fabulous.  Sheesh, I still can’t believe he is 21. 

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Printworks Sentiment
Paper: K & Company
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Back
Accessories: Prima Lace, Recollections Flowers, Pearls, Seam Binding, Spellbinders Doodleparts

I’ll be back tomorrow with something new!  Have a great start of the week!

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  • emilyMarch 7, 2011 - 9:53 am

    What a beautiful way to start off the week! Love the colours and all the diamonds.
    Thanks for sharing! :)ReplyCancel

  • Cathie LemonMarch 7, 2011 - 10:02 am

    Hi Becca,
    What a refreshing spring card. I love the paper as well, such a pretty combination of patterns. What I love about you is how you incorporate textures and layering of different elements. Beautiful as always.
    Hugs and love,
    CathieReplyCancel

  • Lori mMarch 7, 2011 - 10:11 am

    Very pretty, the soft pastel colors and the whole card just blend like the rainbow in a sky!ReplyCancel

  • MargMarch 7, 2011 - 10:14 am

    A beautiful card. I really like the flower and the addition of the pearls.ReplyCancel

  • Corine van der ZeeMarch 7, 2011 - 10:15 am

    Stunning! Beautiful soft colors and gorgeous details!

    Hugs CorineReplyCancel

  • Cindy haffnerMarch 7, 2011 - 10:19 am

    GORGEOUS Becca, I LOVE your take on the sketcg!!~ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKMarch 7, 2011 - 10:21 am

    These colours are so delicate Becca and come together so beautifully on your wonderful card. So please you had a great time with your son and fthe rest of the family on his 21st birthday.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • BettyeMarch 7, 2011 - 10:27 am

    Such beauty, such inspiration for us all. Twenty-one year old son, such a spring chicken you are Becca, I have grandchildren older than that. Have a blessed day and TFS.ReplyCancel

  • SusiMarch 7, 2011 - 10:30 am

    Ooooh … pretty!ReplyCancel

  • Ree DonnellyMarch 7, 2011 - 10:33 am

    Love this, Becca…and a happy birthday to your son!!!ReplyCancel

  • Donna RMarch 7, 2011 - 10:34 am

    Beautiful! I love that rose. Did you make it yourself? I’m always looking for new ways to make the embellishments I use, but it’s very time consuming!ReplyCancel

  • Carol LMarch 7, 2011 - 10:44 am

    This is just a stunning presentation! I LOVE that tiny pearl in the flower center!ReplyCancel

  • alexMarch 7, 2011 - 10:45 am

    beautiful…… i love the flower, the colors they are so soft! thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • JessicaMarch 7, 2011 - 10:51 am

    Hey Becca, what a gorgeous card! I love those papers. I don’t think I’ve seen a K&Co that I didn’t love! I love those little flowers too. I think I’m going to make some of them to use on layouts and cards. Thanks for sharing, hugs, JessicaReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanMarch 7, 2011 - 10:52 am

    Just beautiful…….have a wonderful day…..now to my chore’s….lolReplyCancel

  • pamela watsonMarch 7, 2011 - 10:57 am

    I LOVE the flower embellishment and the background thingy. What a pretty card and you always say just a quick card ” ha ha it would probably take me all day to make that. Lovely !ReplyCancel

  • Barbara WilsonMarch 7, 2011 - 11:02 am

    Some fabulous cards. They grow up quickly don’t they. Glad you had a good time with your children.ReplyCancel

  • EdnaMarch 7, 2011 - 11:22 am

    Very beautiful! EdnaReplyCancel

  • ChrisBMarch 7, 2011 - 11:35 am

    Hi Becca Really love the colour on this card and your beautiful flower.Glad you had a lovely time with your children. Hugs x ChrisBReplyCancel

  • Rachel BrooksMarch 7, 2011 - 11:38 am

    I need to make a file of your cards to get me more into layers, bows, flowers, color – in other words – EVERYthing! You are such an inspiration. Thank you a million times for all you do.ReplyCancel

  • Mrs. HamMarch 7, 2011 - 11:42 am

    This is gorgeous. I love the flower, just beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • AnneMarch 7, 2011 - 11:54 am

    So glad you had a great time with the family :o)
    So glad you had time to make this beautiful card!

    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • Brenda OsmanMarch 7, 2011 - 12:04 pm

    You brighten my day….every day. Thank you for your beautiful designs!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Mary HarrisMarch 7, 2011 - 12:08 pm

    Very Pretty!!!ReplyCancel

  • Patty ChapmanMarch 7, 2011 - 12:25 pm

    I just love the colors and the flower is stunning….how do our kids get so old and we stay so young? LOL!ReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithMarch 7, 2011 - 12:27 pm

    Love your take on this sketch. Love the colors and papers.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • vivianMarch 7, 2011 - 12:34 pm

    stunningReplyCancel

  • Cheryl S.March 7, 2011 - 12:43 pm

    This is a gorgeous card and I love everything about it!!

    God bless.ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)March 7, 2011 - 12:49 pm

    Pure loveliness. I adore the design, the colours you chose, and each element you’ve added. Pretty as a picture! Glad you enjoyed your son’s celebration dinner last night.ReplyCancel

  • DebraKMarch 7, 2011 - 12:53 pm

    Beautiful Becca! Love the soft, muted colors.ReplyCancel

  • leslie GerhardtMarch 7, 2011 - 1:13 pm

    Beautiful Card!!ReplyCancel

  • sandi ackermanMarch 7, 2011 - 3:01 pm

    Glad you enjoyed the b-day. Kids grow too fast sometimes. By the way, did I miss who won the blog hop last week. It was a jump all over and I came across some very interesting ladies and sites. But I thought this one was only two days. I did not see the announcement of a winner. I know something is coming up on the 17th.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenMarch 7, 2011 - 3:14 pm

    Hi Becca!!!
    SWEET card!!!! I REALLY like this one!!!
    Hope this goes through! Our computer CRASHED & the NEW one is giving me some PROBLEMS!!!! I miss leaving you comments!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisMarch 7, 2011 - 3:25 pm

    Love the composition on this beauty Becca. You certainly have used some pretty paper the colors are delicious. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • lizMarch 7, 2011 - 3:26 pm

    Love the card , Happy Belated to your son’s 21st My son’s 21st is tomorrow and my youngest 20th is sunday YEAH all 4 are now out of their teens , would love to see the card you made for your son. having a really hard time doing a card for that age group . oh that would be something I would like to see more of young mens card I also have my 25 year old graduation next month so any help there???ReplyCancel

  • Donna WakefieldMarch 7, 2011 - 3:48 pm

    Wow! what a gorgeous card. I love the colors and that flower is fabulousReplyCancel

  • Penny ReedMarch 7, 2011 - 3:55 pm

    Every card you make is fabulous, but this one just grabs me! Must be the luscious color combination. Anyway, it is to die for!ReplyCancel

  • FMMarch 7, 2011 - 3:59 pm

    Beautiful, luscious, soft colors…love the flowers! So happy that you had a great evening last night!ReplyCancel

  • Carole (FibreJunky)March 7, 2011 - 4:01 pm

    My eldest son will be 21 in July. I’m still trying not to think about it. It’s too scary!!!

    Gorgeous card!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn NimmoMarch 7, 2011 - 4:48 pm

    Beautiful card!!! Happy 21st birthday–yes, time does fly by! My son is 27 and it’s so hard to believe.ReplyCancel

  • Sylvia/GeorgiaMarch 7, 2011 - 5:13 pm

    Everything about this card is simply divine!ReplyCancel

  • lizMarch 7, 2011 - 5:33 pm

    feel like a fool I some how missed your post yesterday and didn’t see the card you made for your son opps I sat down yesterday to make a cards 1pm and well I decided to clean off my table a little bit and one thing led to another and well it was 3:00 AM and no cards made for today I spent the whole time cleaning I decided to move my crafts stuff around and ( I really just went in to the closet where I store my stamps right now cause were in between homes and I decided that I should make room for my clothes Funny how Crafts take over everything I only brought what I REALLY NEEDED LOL I have a very nice craft room with a bed in it , who needs sleep anyway thats when all the great ideals come to my brain. Now off to make that Birthday card for tomorrow .. simple enough for a gift card to go in.ReplyCancel

  • MichelleMarch 7, 2011 - 6:31 pm

    Beautiful! Kids grow way too fast! My oldest turned 29 this year. I can’t believe he’s the same age as me!ReplyCancel

  • AnneMarch 7, 2011 - 6:54 pm

    oh wow love the flowers Becca, a smashing card
    Anne xReplyCancel

  • Laura FigueroaMarch 7, 2011 - 8:45 pm

    This card is real beautiful!! Love it!ReplyCancel

  • JeanMarch 7, 2011 - 9:24 pm

    Beautiful card. I love the colors of the paper.
    Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • AngelMarch 7, 2011 - 9:55 pm

    This is quite lovely, Becca! What embossing folder is this? I must have it. ;-)ReplyCancel

  • JaneyMarch 7, 2011 - 10:17 pm

    And today, I’m 66 ! Happy Birthday to your son.

    I really like this card, Becca – the colors and the flower are stunning. I did go to the Spellbinders web site to look at ‘ Doodleparts’ but my search came up empty….another name?

    thanks for sharing.

    hugsReplyCancel

  • Michelle ~ daydreams505March 7, 2011 - 10:37 pm

    Oh! As soon as the picture of this card appeared on my screen it grabbed my heart. It’s beautiful. :)ReplyCancel

  • Nina ForsythMarch 7, 2011 - 11:29 pm

    Wow Becca, that is stunning. I love it.ReplyCancel

  • HeatherMarch 8, 2011 - 4:37 am

    A simple scetch – maybe….. but a stunning card Becca. The colours are so beautiful and the pearl nestled in that gorgeous flower (did you make it?)
    just classic. tfs.
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • Dianne CMarch 8, 2011 - 6:55 am

    Absolutely beautiful. DianneReplyCancel

  • bethann dMarch 8, 2011 - 7:22 am

    so beautiful but when do you do anything less? i love how you follow a sketch but stay true to your selfReplyCancel

  • bonnie weissMarch 8, 2011 - 7:30 am

    Another Becca ” WOW” card … how stunning!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterMarch 8, 2011 - 9:56 am

    That is just beautiful, such lovely papers, like your strip of embossed paper with the ribbon!ReplyCancel

  • Annette GreenMarch 8, 2011 - 10:24 am

    Absolutely gorgeous, elegant and beautiful. Love all the layers and textures. Fantastic card!ReplyCancel

  • dawnMarch 8, 2011 - 12:04 pm

    gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • Marie SellersMarch 8, 2011 - 1:17 pm

    This is beautiful! A “scraplift” for me!ReplyCancel

  • Marie SellersMarch 8, 2011 - 1:19 pm

    I abolutely love, love, love this card! My style of card!ReplyCancel

  • Marie SellersMarch 8, 2011 - 1:22 pm

    Love this!ReplyCancel

  • LalaMarch 8, 2011 - 6:01 pm

    Oh Becca, I wish my mojo worked liked your mojo! What a beauty.ReplyCancel

  • BarbaraMarch 8, 2011 - 9:34 pm

    I just love this card (as I do your cards) I am interested in what embossing folder you used behind the seam binding?ReplyCancel

  • OlenaMarch 8, 2011 - 11:32 pm

    This is card is awesome! Great job! OlenaReplyCancel

  • JuleeMarch 9, 2011 - 3:58 pm

    So beautiful! Love all the lacey trim! Thanks for playing Mojo Monday!ReplyCancel

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Hi there sweet friends, bless you on this fine Sunday!!   My young man turned 21 today, so the girls and I am taking him out to dinner.  These are the best days, spent with family – I am so blessed!  After we finished our other to do’s today, my daughter and I scrounged through what I had for K-Cups for the Keurig she got me at Christmas and we sipped Chai Latte on this surprisingly chilly day in the south.  I hope all my friends weathered the storms of yesterday with no problem.  Anyways, on to my card – this is a new stamp I just got from Quietfire Design called I Love You Not Only For What You Are.  I think it would make a lovely anniversary card.  Even though I haven’t spent a lot of time scrapbooking lately, I can see this making its way into a memory album that I have no idea when I’ll make but it seems to be on my heart. 


I used Spellbinders Elegant Posts as the focal point – I love the ornateness of this die template!!  You’re probably wondering why I’ve not used this yet.  I have just added it to my collection and get ready, because you will see it a lot this week.   I spent some time playing around with it and have a number of cards in progress.  You know, you’ve got to strike while it’s hot – well that’s me and designing — until I’m off on the next idea.  What a magical border with the Fleur de Lis Doily Accents – I promise you, I’m trying not to wear it out but it is classic, classic, classic.

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Quietfire Design – I Love You Not Only For What You Are
Paper:  Strathmore Acrylic, Bazzill
Ink: Blue Dye Based Ink
Accessories: Spellbinders Elegant Posts, Spellbinders Fleur de Lis Doily Accents, Spellbinders Standard Circles LG, Spellbinders Standard Circles SM, seam binding, pearls

So many people ask how I mail my cards, so I couldn’t help but be a little bit devious and take a picture of the card in it’s envelope.  That’s really how I send them out!  Granted, this one doesn’t have a big bow, but if it did, it still goes in the envelope. This is a standard #10 envelope – roughly 4.25″ tall and 9.50″ wide . . . my card is 4″ tall and 9.25″ wide. 

That’s all for me today.  It’s lovely that many of you have weighed in on this weeks poll already!!  I would never have guessed the outcome but I guess that’s what makes it all so fun.  I’m working diligently in the background to fill in some of the places where it says “Coming Soon”.  Little by little, I’ll get there.  Changes are always happening, so be sure to peek around.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart for spending a moment with me!!

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  • Francie (Montreal)March 6, 2011 - 7:37 pm

    Charming, pure and simple. Love the sentiment and the stunning black and white presentation. You continue to amaze. And a big thank you for introducing me to Quietfire Design. They have beautiful stuff. And lastly, I do enjoy all your Amazing Quotes. They give me wonderful pause for thought.

    Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)March 6, 2011 - 7:41 pm

    Ohhh, yes, those elegant posts are sooo sweet!!!ReplyCancel

  • GinnyMarch 6, 2011 - 7:44 pm

    Thank you so much for showing the envelope, too. It’s beautiful in its own right and I always wondered how you sent your cards. Your blog is a wonderful gift that you send right to my inbox. Thanks for sharing your inspiring creations with me.ReplyCancel

  • Theresa RomaniMarch 6, 2011 - 7:45 pm

    Wow! I love how you think “outside the box.” I’m waiting for my posts to arrive and when I do, I will have to give this style a try!ReplyCancel

  • JalineMarch 6, 2011 - 7:45 pm

    Another piece of art. Lovely as always. Thank you the link to Quiet Fire. Looking forward to your next creation.ReplyCancel

  • Mary H.March 6, 2011 - 7:50 pm

    Hi Becca, Lovely card.As usual. How DO you come up with all these fantastic designs???It’s wonderful that your family could be surrounding you as you celebrate such a big milestone birthday. Blessings.ReplyCancel

  • Lori EllMarch 6, 2011 - 7:52 pm

    Love loveReplyCancel

  • Mary H.March 6, 2011 - 7:52 pm

    Hi Becca, another lovely card, as usual. How DO you come up with all these fantastic designs? Did you cover the envelope, or make it from PP?
    How wonderful that your family could be with you for such a big milestone birthday. Happy Birthday to the birthday fella, and Blessings.ReplyCancel

  • Donna BMarch 6, 2011 - 7:54 pm

    Becca I just love your card. I love the black and white, stunning.
    thanks for sharing your talent with us.
    Hugs
    DonnaReplyCancel

  • Sabine EdelmannMarch 6, 2011 - 7:56 pm

    Love what you did with this Spellbinder elegant posts die! This is an amazing card. Thanks Becca for sharing…ReplyCancel

  • FMMarch 6, 2011 - 7:59 pm

    So elegant!!! Congratulations on your son becoming a young man today. Another milestone in life! He is so lucky to have such a wonderful mom!! Enjoy your family!ReplyCancel

  • CarolMarch 6, 2011 - 8:00 pm

    Becca, Not only do I love the card, but also the great envelope! I love making envelopes as well as cards….completes the thought! Great going! CarolReplyCancel

  • LisaMarch 6, 2011 - 8:01 pm

    Becca, I have only been aware of y our blog for about two weeks, but I have to tell you, I find it to be very inspirational. I love the way you think out of the box to combine different dies, etc. I am currently job hunting, so I have to be very careful with my $, but there are some Spellbinders dies just calling out to me, ha, ha. Love those 40% off coupons! Where in the South do you live? I’m originally from Ohio, but I lived in Atlanta, GA for 13 years. I currently lilve in Arizona. Thank you for being so faithful to your blog, I look forward to seeing what you come up with every single day!

    LisaReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithMarch 6, 2011 - 8:16 pm

    This is a beautiful card and would be equally lovely incorporated in a LO.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • Amanda HMarch 6, 2011 - 8:20 pm

    I am and always will be a true fan of your cards, Becca!! Thank you so much for your wonderful wonderful inspiration! :)ReplyCancel

  • Naomi ArmentaMarch 6, 2011 - 8:21 pm

    I love this card Becca! Absolutely beautiful and ornate! Love it!ReplyCancel

  • DawnMarch 6, 2011 - 8:28 pm

    Beautiful card!
    My “baby” and only daughter Amy, turned 22 years old today!
    She has big brothers, 34 and 31 yrs old.
    Thank you again for blessing us with your gifts!
    Hugs, Dawn
    ReplyCancel

  • Judie RymanMarch 6, 2011 - 8:38 pm

    Seeing your cards, Becca, makes me feel really sorry for those who have to receive “store bought” cards… So much of your heart goes with the card along with your awesome artistic talent.

    Thanks for sharing your wonderful cards.ReplyCancel

  • Becky BowmanMarch 6, 2011 - 8:39 pm

    Beautiful – awesome, thank you for sharing… also thanks for introducing me to another of stamps… your an inspirationReplyCancel

  • sandi ackermanMarch 6, 2011 - 8:40 pm

    The verse is so neat. Also fun to see a different style cut card. Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • kathy sMarch 6, 2011 - 8:53 pm

    This is such a universal sentiment – love it and your card.
    Happy Birthday to your son and hope you all had a great time together.ReplyCancel

  • BernieMarch 6, 2011 - 9:01 pm

    Another amazing card! So elegant! I love black and white cards, it’s my favorite color combo. We don’t see it very often but I do love the long narrow card. Your envelop is as stunning as your card. I need to practice making envelops I’m not very good at it.
    Blessings BernieReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenMarch 6, 2011 - 9:08 pm

    What a SMART looking card!!!!! VERY ATTRACTIVE!!!! AND I can see it would be nice for a fellow!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • paulaMarch 6, 2011 - 9:09 pm

    O M G – Becca – this is absolutely stunning – I’m still waiting for things like this to hit the UK… i’m sure if I look hard enough, someone will have some stuff – but this card – it truly is my new favourite!!!

    Lots of hugs, and congratulations to your son on his 21st.

    My son is 18 on Friday which is the same day I will be 40. A true day of celebration….

    Paula, Derbyshire, UK. x x xReplyCancel

  • Mrs. HamMarch 6, 2011 - 9:11 pm

    what a lovely card. I orginally didn’t want the Elegant Post dies, but now I do.ReplyCancel

  • Yvonne NicholsonMarch 6, 2011 - 9:13 pm

    I love what you do with the Nesties, and black and white always looks so elegant.
    Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenMarch 6, 2011 - 9:14 pm

    Hi Becca!!! I see my comment FINALLY went through!!! Having computer issues on this end!!! I’ve REALLY MISSED leaving you any comments!!! ALL your work has been/ IS WONDERFUL!!!!! Just wanted you to know, eventhough I haven’t left a comment for awhile I HAVE been OBSERVING!!!! ( Last computer crashed & the new one is, “NEW!!!! ” :) I’m just NOT computer savy is all!!! :) )ReplyCancel

  • Yvonne NicholsonMarch 6, 2011 - 9:19 pm

    I love what you do with the Nesties, you come up with some great ways to use all the different shapes, black and white always looks so elegant.ReplyCancel

  • Mary CMarch 6, 2011 - 9:23 pm

    Becca, love your work and todays sentiment is perfect. Looks like I will need to do some shopping.
    MaryReplyCancel

  • Chrissy SMarch 6, 2011 - 9:26 pm

    As usual a beautiful card Becca, so many things that you could use the stamp for. Shopping is on the cards!! Although not too much, i’m trying to organise my work room and need to use up some of the stuff i have but
    still have not used.

    thanks for sharing all your talents.

    Blessings
    Chrissy xReplyCancel

  • Linda EMarch 6, 2011 - 9:50 pm

    Love the card, Becca! The navy and white is so striking and the envelope is beautiful. Your friends and family must anxiously await the mail carrier’s arrival when they are expecting something from you!ReplyCancel

  • ValMarch 6, 2011 - 10:01 pm

    Good Evening Becca,

    Your card is lovely, I’m so attracted to black and white cards. You also gave me some wonderful ideas for some punches that I have. Your envelope was also stunning, something that I have not done but am thinking about.

    I entered your poll, I was hoping that you had a slot where we just say…I come to your blog because all of your cards are so beautiful, that is the one that I wanted to click on but it wasnt’ there so had to select something else. Your blog is always amazing and gives me so much inspiration.

    I’m so happy that you got to spend some time today with your son on his very special birthday!ReplyCancel

  • chrisMarch 6, 2011 - 10:10 pm

    Even your envelopes are pretty :)ReplyCancel

  • Candy MillsMarch 6, 2011 - 10:27 pm

    Oh Becca!!!
    How beautiful and how classic!
    So happy to hear you spent the day with your children on your son’s 21 Birthday. I wish him all the very best in his adult years :o)
    Hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • TeresaMarch 6, 2011 - 10:53 pm

    Congrats on your son’s big day. We had a pretty chilly day in North Mississippi to day as well. I love the pure elegance of the blk and white. And the scroll work – the sentiment is one of my favorites. have a good wk.ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonMarch 6, 2011 - 10:55 pm

    BECCA BECCA EVEN YOUR ENVELOPE’S ARE SPECIAL AND ]
    COLORFUL. I SURE WOULD LIKE ONE LIKE THIS INSTEAD OF ONE FROM THE STORE.
    BIRTHDAY’S ARE SPECIAL WHEN THEY ARE YOUR CHILDRENS. WE DO
    UP THE DINING ROOM AND LIVING ROOM VERY SPECAL WITH ‘B’ CARDS HANGING ALL OVER. I AM LUCKY I MAKE MINE BUT BILL HAS TO
    GO OUT AND PURCHASE HIS.
    THANK YOU AGAIN FOR ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL CARD.
    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • Sue McWhorterMarch 6, 2011 - 11:16 pm

    It does fit in the envelope. I’m one of those who asked. Do the bows look okay after they’ve been in the envelope a few days. Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaMarch 6, 2011 - 11:19 pm

    This is so elegant Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Dianna N.March 6, 2011 - 11:32 pm

    Hi Becca!
    You always make me wish I could buy every single Spellbinder die that you use! I am so anxious for the dies that I’ve already purchased to to get here! Ughhhhhhhh, hurry, hurry! And now I want the Elegant Posts die—I’ll just have to start saving my pennies…
    Hugs!ReplyCancel

  • Brenda OsmanMarch 6, 2011 - 11:33 pm

    You constantly amaze me with your creativity. I check your blog everyday and always admire your creations. You have a wonderful gift!!!ReplyCancel

  • KellyMarch 6, 2011 - 11:45 pm

    This is beautiful! I will definitely have to buy that stamp!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara AKA GardenladyMarch 6, 2011 - 11:55 pm

    Love your card! At first glance I thought it was black and white. On the second photo I see it is navy blue! You amaze me with your ability to use all those nesties and pull the different elements together! Lovely as always!ReplyCancel

  • MarisaMarch 7, 2011 - 12:20 am

    You must have started young to have a 21 year old!! Huge congrats on a milestone birthday :) They grow up waaaay too quickly, don’t they! LOVE the card too!!ReplyCancel

  • Susan NelMarch 7, 2011 - 1:09 am

    What a fantastic card,,, it just strike me,, you must have a zillion stamps cos everyday you have a new wording saying on your cards,,a m a z i n g!! the black n white is stunning.ReplyCancel

  • Susan NelMarch 7, 2011 - 1:14 am

    oh my dont see my comment,where did it go,,,
    your card is fantastic,,, you must have a zillion stamps cos everyday you have another wording stamp on your cards,, just stunning this black n white.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy PMarch 7, 2011 - 1:50 am

    Another wonderful card. You come up with the most amazing designs and really get the most out of your spellbinder dies. I am sure many girls go out and buy the dies after seeing your cards. I love visiting to see what you are doing.ReplyCancel

  • PatMarch 7, 2011 - 3:33 am

    Thank you for sharing your inspiration Becca, as I dont have a link I don’t know if you will get this message, but I have sent it from my heart anyway. xx PatReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKMarch 7, 2011 - 4:05 am

    Simple but oh so very elegant Becca and such a gorgeous envelope to go with it. The sentiment is so beautiful too. Hope you had such a wonderful time with your lovely family.
    God bless you Becca for all you do.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • PhyllisMarch 7, 2011 - 4:22 am

    Becca, you are like a beacon in the night……..a virtual “light house” of inspiration and hope for those of us who lose our way on our own path of creativeness. Like so many seamen of old, we know where we want to go but, encounter unseen obsticles on the journey and become unsure of reaching our destination. Thank you so much for “saving” me more than once with your wonderful sharing of examples and directions.
    I see my little cards now beginning to line up and you are part of many of them my friend……and I thank you so much! God bless you.ReplyCancel

  • Corine van der ZeeMarch 7, 2011 - 4:25 am

    Beautiful, elegant card. Love the sentiment.

    Hugs CorineReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.March 7, 2011 - 5:50 am

    Stunning and very elegant card. Have always liked that sentiment.
    Beautiful card.
    ColleenB.ReplyCancel

  • HeatherMarch 7, 2011 - 6:33 am

    Another beauty Becca – so elegant. Looking forward to buying these dies when they are released this side of the pond. tfs
    Hugs
    Heather
    xReplyCancel

  • emilyMarch 7, 2011 - 6:38 am

    Your card and envelope are so beautiful! I love the black and white of the card and the blue and gold scrolled design paper of the envelope. As soon as you see that envelope you know what is inside is going to be special!
    Thanks for sharing! :)ReplyCancel

  • EileenMarch 7, 2011 - 6:56 am

    I love, love, love that card….the Nestie you have chosen is beautiful as is the envelope.
    LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisMarch 7, 2011 - 7:18 am

    Very elegant Becca, I like the longer size card which I don’t see you use too often. I love those die-cut fancy posts. as always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Judy CoveyMarch 7, 2011 - 7:47 am

    Oh WOW Becca, just love your card and beautiful envelope! The Elegant Posts and Fleur de Lis accents make such gorgeous embellishments. Great saying/sentiment too.ReplyCancel

  • Doreen GuilfoyleMarch 7, 2011 - 8:05 am

    WOW. My goodness… your card is STUNNINGLY gorgeous! I am so happy that I have stumbled upon your blog b/c someone posted it our Yahoo Group. Your creativity is boundless. For sure, I am becoming a Follower. Thank you so much for sharing your crafting with us all. :-)
    ReplyCancel

  • KathyMarch 7, 2011 - 8:57 am

    I really like this card and I think the envelope really sets it off!ReplyCancel

  • SusiMarch 7, 2011 - 8:59 am

    Beautiful, elegant card – I love how you threaded the ribbon through the Fleur de Lis border!ReplyCancel

  • Karol HallMarch 7, 2011 - 9:18 am

    This is the most beuatiful card I have seen. So very simple yet elegant. I fear this is another one of your ideas I will be using. Thank you and bless you and your family
    karolReplyCancel

  • JeanMarch 7, 2011 - 9:22 am

    This card looks for formal (tuxedo) and so elegant with the black and white.Thank you for sharing such a beautiful and elegant creation. The sentiment is wonderful and I can see that on a nice anniversary card.ReplyCancel

  • CyndeMarch 7, 2011 - 10:43 am

    Love this card.! IT is so striking in the black and white. Totally awesome. It totally amazes me how you can put things together. You really twist and turn things on all your cards, with all the layers and colors you choose. It’s always exciting to come to your blog and see your gorgeous art. Thanks for all the inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterMarch 7, 2011 - 11:01 am

    Oh Wow, just gorgeous, so lovely and elegant, I like the different style of card too!ReplyCancel

  • AnneMarch 7, 2011 - 11:51 am

    The epitome of elegance, Becca! Love it!

    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • Cheryl S.March 7, 2011 - 12:42 pm

    I love the elegance of this card, the use of all the Spellbinder pieces and your choice of black & white.

    Thanks for sharing you wonderful card!ReplyCancel

  • WendyMarch 7, 2011 - 6:04 pm

    Super pretty Becca! Very classy, I love it!ReplyCancel

  • EMarch 8, 2011 - 10:09 am

    Becca-Just when I think your Cards cannot get any more beautiful-you come up with this Red and White Beauty-I have to say that this is one of my TOP favorites out of hundreds(maybe thousands) of cards that I have ever seen-everything about it is just PERFECT-thanks ! “HUGS”ReplyCancel

  • Karen LinarezMarch 8, 2011 - 11:25 am

    This is gorgeous. You always come up with such creative ways to use those die cuts! I love what you did with those posts and with the ribbon lacing. And, your black & white stands out so beautifully.ReplyCancel

  • yogiMarch 10, 2011 - 2:05 pm

    moments with you are just so PLEASURABLE.

    I agree this is classic. Just beautifulReplyCancel
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