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Please check in to see if you are my winner.  The Blog Candy has been won but the winner did not have the 8 words for the Double Play bonus so I’ve picked another name.  To keep things going, I’ll allow 24 hours before I draw a new name to win these goodies.   Please pop in to see if it is you – wouldn’t want you to miss out!!

I did a quick roll of random.org and came up with the number 17 which belongs to Stephanie Hester.  Stephanie, reach out to me through my contact page.  If you can send me the eight words, the bonus is yours.

I hope you are all having a fabulous Monday.  I’ll be back later on tonight with a new card.

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  • miluJanuary 10, 2011 - 2:43 pm

    how are you my friend?
    If Stepahanie does not respond I am here!
    hahaaaaaaaaaaaaaahaa
    I have sent you a personal e-mail before Christmas…=)
    Respond when u have time,ok?
    Have a blessed day
    **Milu**ReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.January 10, 2011 - 3:13 pm

    I think the green eyed monster is coming out in me, I am secretly hoping that no one has all 8 words, cause I maybe do….mawhaaaaaaaaa!
    Just kidding, good luck to everyone, but I would love to use those new cuddle bug folders!!! ~Gin~ Maybe I will still have a shot at them! :)ReplyCancel

  • ChaunJanuary 10, 2011 - 3:39 pm

    I actually have the 8 words. I had to work hard to remember to check in twice a day to get them!ReplyCancel

  • Cally YatesJanuary 10, 2011 - 3:50 pm

    Hi Becca
    I got all excited there for just one moment. Can I change my name to Stephanie ;0)
    I must say, I do love the little patterned icons before each name.
    Big Hugs
    Cally (from across the Pond) xReplyCancel

  • Cyndi EvansJanuary 10, 2011 - 3:57 pm

    Too bad I just have a boring name like Cyndi. LOL Stephanie sounds so much nicer!
    I pray for you daily and hope you are hanging in there!ReplyCancel

  • Deborah HooperJanuary 10, 2011 - 5:27 pm

    I managed to get eight words this time, so if she’s a no go, I’m ready. I do hope you get it Stephanie.ReplyCancel

  • MarieJanuary 10, 2011 - 5:45 pm

    Congratulations to Stephanie!ReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithJanuary 10, 2011 - 5:50 pm

    Congrats Stephanie. Becca was so sweet to offer such a fabulous prize. But she is one of the most generous people I know. So enjoy those fabulous dies.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • JenJanuary 10, 2011 - 6:25 pm

    Congrats to both ladies! :)ReplyCancel

  • Lori mJanuary 10, 2011 - 11:26 pm

    Beautiful and congrats to the winners but we’re all winners here getting to view all the gorgeous cards you make, thank you for sharing.

    Blessings, Lori mReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJanuary 11, 2011 - 4:10 am

    Congratulations Stephanie…I do hope you have all 8 words so that you can claim Becca’s wonderful candy.
    Yes I agree with Lori too as we are all winners to be able to view all your stunning works of art Becca.
    God bless and many thanks for all you do for us.
    I would be just as pleased to hold one of your beautiful cards in my hands.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • NatalieJanuary 11, 2011 - 10:55 am

    Congrats Stephanie! I do hope that you have the 8 words. I don’t, hehe, I just want to stop by and say hi. Seeing Becca’s amazing works is already rewarding.ReplyCancel

  • BunnyJanuary 12, 2011 - 7:21 am

    I am new to this. Can someone please explain how to find the words for the Double Play chance? Thank you.ReplyCancel

  • ChaunJanuary 12, 2011 - 3:41 pm

    I’ve got all 8!ReplyCancel

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Hi there!  I don’t want you to think that I”m yearning for spring, but hallelujah, the spring colors are coming out!   If you don’t think that flowers and butterflies are in, then have a look at all the K and Company paper that has just come out.  They are back to their romantic, classic look if you ask me.  I purchased a little pad and had to try it out, thus the card!  I’m using one of the new Our Daily Bread Designs Sets called Faith, and some new K & Co. paper.  Short and sweet!!

(Those of you who were interested in making the calendar from A Captivating Gift, sweet Wanda sent her source, so I’ll share her comment with you at the bottom of my post).

HOW IT’S MADE

1. Make Card Base from cream – mine is 5½” x 5½“
2. Layer with paper and mat slightly smaller than base. Adhere with foam tape
3. Cut border. Adhere with foam tape.
4. Stamp sentiment and cut/emboss with Spellbinders Labels Twelve.  Adhere with foam tape.
5. Tie ribbon and secure under largest layer.  Add pearls.
SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Our Daily Bread Designs – Faith
Paper: Bazzill, K&Company
Ink: Versafine Vintage Sepia
Accessories: Spellbinders Labels Twelve, Martha Stewart Border Punch, Ribbon, Pearls

By the way, many of you have been waiting on pins and needles for me to share the pattern Wanda used for the sweet calendar she sent – here’s her comment:

First of all, thank you all so much for the compliments. It was so sweet of Becca to share this, but as you can see from the ribbon and pearls, she is a considerable influence in my crafting.

I e-mailed her some details on the project but I am an “ad-hoc” stamper and do not document things well. I’m hoping I gave her enough to duplicate and enhance along with documenting the process. Here are a couple of things to get you going. The easel/box itself was made from this tutorial: http://joaniscardsmadebyhand.blogspot.com/2010/06/easel-box-tutorial.html Every thing else seems standard to me except maybe the backgrounds on the flowers made my masking the flowers and using “scrubbies on a stick” for texture.

If there is a part that you specifically want to know, you can e-mail me at wandathomas {at} att.net. Again, thank you all so much for the praise and kind words.

I know each of you realize how much a handmade gift means to people and I encourage you to share your talents in the same way – to total strangers that might need an uplift. Believe me, it does more for you than it does for the recipient! Let’s all pay it forward.

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  • D. IdetJanuary 9, 2011 - 10:30 pm

    Nice card….let spring begin!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Darlene JJanuary 9, 2011 - 10:44 pm

    Becca, a beautiful card as always. I am so ready for spring, more snow predicted for our area by morning. Think of you so often.ReplyCancel

  • Penny ReedJanuary 9, 2011 - 10:46 pm

    So pretty. I love the romantic look. Bring on the flowers! Spring is such a time of renewal. This just says spring!ReplyCancel

  • SylviaJanuary 9, 2011 - 10:46 pm

    Beautiful as always! I’m missing your quotes that use to be at the left side of your blog… :)ReplyCancel

  • PamJanuary 9, 2011 - 10:46 pm

    Very nice Becca! We are expecting snow tonight in Nashville. Facebook is all talking about the snow. Would love to see spring.ReplyCancel

  • FranCineJanuary 9, 2011 - 10:46 pm

    Stunning,as your cards always are,ahh Spring,can’t wait.ReplyCancel

  • GinnyJanuary 9, 2011 - 10:48 pm

    I love the verse on this card, as well as the colors you have chosen. It’s cold here, so a reminder that spring is coming – someday – is needed!ReplyCancel

  • SylviaJanuary 9, 2011 - 10:48 pm

    oh, I found them in “the fine print”! :) Love your blog and ALL of your work. Beautiful!!!!ReplyCancel

  • SheriJanuary 9, 2011 - 10:49 pm

    I am more than ready for spring. We are in the middle of a snowstorm and in fact the schools are closed tomorrow. But I would exchange a day off for 65 and sunny anytime!ReplyCancel

  • Sparkles!January 9, 2011 - 10:56 pm

    Lovely card – and I am looking forward to spring…my favourite season!ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJanuary 9, 2011 - 11:01 pm

    I can not wait for Spring!! Beautiful card and beautiful colors.ReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 9, 2011 - 11:08 pm

    Another beauty and just love all those gorgeous colours,

    Just coming here and reading your messages and seeing your beautiful creations is my fix for the day so I always start off at your site first Becca and then sift my way through the rest,

    take careReplyCancel

  • Cathie - Ontario, CanadaJanuary 9, 2011 - 11:23 pm

    Hi Becca,
    I love the beautiful colours in your spring card. The floral paper is stunning! I agree that flowers and butterflies are going to be very popular this year and that makes me really happy. I’m always drawn to florals from delicate to bolder looks. Great job Becca.
    Blessings as always,
    CathieReplyCancel

  • FranJanuary 9, 2011 - 11:25 pm

    Beautiful card as always,it is such a pleasure and a privilege to see them.Thank you for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Gay FerlandJanuary 9, 2011 - 11:33 pm

    I love the beautiful cards you make, thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Sabrina RadeckJanuary 9, 2011 - 11:43 pm

    That is beautiful paper! Will have to get some. Beautiful card, Becca.ReplyCancel

  • RobJanuary 9, 2011 - 11:45 pm

    Lovely card Becca, I really LOVE that gorgeous paper too.ReplyCancel

  • AshaLatha R K PrasadJanuary 9, 2011 - 11:47 pm

    Very beautiful!!!!

    Ash…
    ReplyCancel

  • Deebi27January 9, 2011 - 11:54 pm

    I am ready for Spring/Summer…the heck with this cold weather! Love the welcome to spring colors…bring it on!ReplyCancel

  • HeatherJanuary 10, 2011 - 1:45 am

    Oh Becca this is another beauty. I love that new paper. I saw that at Michaels the other day. Swoon!
    Thanks so much for the info on that beautiful calendar set. I am on my way to check it out. )
    Hugs~
    HeatherReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithJanuary 10, 2011 - 2:26 am

    Beautiful card Becca. I just love K & Co. There papers are just so wonderful and beautiful. I just love to work with their paper – you can feel the quality of the paper when you handle it. Thanks for sharing the info on the easel box calendar set. I really want to make some of these ever since I saw your original post. So sweet of you to remember, and so sweet of Wanda to share her instructions with all of us. Thank you!
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • ChelseaJanuary 10, 2011 - 2:44 am

    Beautiful, refreshing spring card – what a wonderful verse to use on your card. Just lovely!ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJanuary 10, 2011 - 4:08 am

    These colours are just so stunning Becca and so is your card…lovely fresh colours and a beautiful reminder of what’s just round the corner. I;m so thrilled that butterflies look to be one of the trends this year as they are my favourite creature.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • Lorie B.January 10, 2011 - 4:51 am

    Love the colors!! They would brighten anyone’s day! :o)

    Thank you Wanda for sharing your instructions! :o)ReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellJanuary 10, 2011 - 5:20 am

    I am ready for Spring, but they calling for more snow today, ouch! Love your card, the colors, the layout and that bow!!! Thanks for the link and I can’t wait to see what you come up with!ReplyCancel

  • Tanja S.January 10, 2011 - 5:31 am

    What a lovely card and that K and Co paper is so beautiful (They make the loveliest feminine papers!)ReplyCancel

  • JeanJanuary 10, 2011 - 6:20 am

    It’s snowing! I get a stamping day that I wasn’t expecting. Love those spring colors and cant wait to get some. Love your card and thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJanuary 10, 2011 - 6:31 am

    The K & CO. paper is so yummy. I love the simplicity of your card today Becca. You always pay so much attention to detail. Pretty color combination. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Beth B.January 10, 2011 - 6:34 am

    Beautiful card, Becca! Love that paper too!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara WilsonJanuary 10, 2011 - 7:02 am

    Another beautiful card. I like how you used the punch to go around the label. Thank you for your creative.ReplyCancel

  • racheJanuary 10, 2011 - 7:25 am

    you do such beautiful work. Love seeing all you do.ReplyCancel

  • Jan D.January 10, 2011 - 7:35 am

    What a beautiful card! I also tried the easel box and it turned out pretty good. I was a little confused about what parts were what in the tutorial, so a second one will be a little easier. I have always loved the easel card by itself, but this puts a new spin on it. TFSReplyCancel

  • paulaJanuary 10, 2011 - 8:32 am

    What a sweet, sweet card Becca – so refreshing and uplifting in the colours you have chosen.

    What a kind and unassuming crafter Wanda is. I feel that she underestimates her own talents and is more happy to make someone else happy and the compliments she receives are less important than the importance of the person receiving her kind gifts (if that makes sense).

    I’m still in awe of what she produced for you – as I am everyday that you post one of your spectacular pieces of work.

    Thank you as always for sharing,

    Paula, Derbyshire, UK.ReplyCancel

  • emilyJanuary 10, 2011 - 8:59 am

    Becca, your card is so pretty! Gorgeous PP you used on it. I love all the pretty pinks and corals a lot of your cards have had lately!
    Thanks for sharing! :o)ReplyCancel

  • Kay McBrideJanuary 10, 2011 - 11:59 am

    another beautiful card, i have seen that new K & Company paper and it is very pretty, dont have any yet. u did a great job with this awesome card
    hugs
    kayReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJanuary 10, 2011 - 3:35 pm

    so pretty, love the spring colors, I just received this punch set for Christmas and I love the way you layered it, I used the inside square to stamp on it, but I love your idea more, thanks for the inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • MarieJanuary 10, 2011 - 5:47 pm

    Gorgeous card, Becca. Lovely uplifting colours xReplyCancel

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So now you know – we’re at the Gate of the Year.  Isn’t that beautiful?  What an inspiring way to usher in a new year.  So many of you got it!   Double Play is fun for me too, I really relish picking the words, hope you enjoyed playing.  So without further delay, I’ve gone to Random.org to pick a winner.

You win the blog candy my dear if you can reach out to me through my contact page and send your address within the next 48 hours :-)  If you want to win the Double Play, forward the eight words (that you collected yourself) along with your address.  If you were not able to get the words, we’ll let someone else have a chance.   Thanks again for playing!!

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  • Marcie SmithJanuary 8, 2011 - 3:14 am

    What a wonderful poem. Congrats to Jo, the lucky winner of that generous blog candy.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleJanuary 8, 2011 - 3:41 am

    Congrats to Jo for the win!!! And thanks Becca for offering the Blog Candy…everyone had fun, I’m sure.ReplyCancel

  • TrishJanuary 8, 2011 - 4:02 am

    Conggratulations Jo and well done Becca, Love the poem and thank you for your wonderful site. I am learning so much.
    Hugs Trish.ReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 8, 2011 - 5:11 am

    Congratulations Jo,

    I hope we get to see what you create with this lovely prize,

    Becca thanks a million times over for all the lovely shares, much appreciated and thanks for the lovely poem,

    all the best SusanReplyCancel

  • MaryannJanuary 8, 2011 - 5:17 am

    Congratulations to the winner ofthis amazing candy here, and thanks so much Becca for putting it up in the first place. And thanks soo much for the beautiful poem too, and just for being you and sharing all your great skills with all of us and all the wonderful inspiration, you always give us all.
    I wish that you will have the most wonderful year ahead hun, and I so look forward to see all your stunning creations in the furure too.
    Big warm hugs MaryannReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJanuary 8, 2011 - 5:37 am

    Many congratulations Jo and so many thanks to you Becca for giving us all the chance to win your blog candy and for all the wonderful creations and inspiration you give us throughout the year. I hope the coming year is beautiful for you.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellJanuary 8, 2011 - 5:58 am

    Congratulations!!!! It was fun and exciting Becca, thanks!ReplyCancel

  • Cally YatesJanuary 8, 2011 - 6:09 am

    Well done Jo, I hope you enjoy the Candy.
    Thank you Becca for the fun Double Play.
    I have not seen this poem before, and it was written by a fellow Brit.
    Hugs
    Cally (from across the Pond) xReplyCancel

  • JaneyJanuary 8, 2011 - 6:10 am

    Congratulations to Jo. Thanks, Becca, for the opportunity to have some fun with our crafting goals. I love the poem and I’m planning on getting a copy of it to put in my kitchen and crafting room ‘ put your hand in the hand of God’ – a powerful reminder of His presence and love.

    Hugs to you, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Lorie B.January 8, 2011 - 7:11 am

    That is a fabulous poem!! Congratulations Jo! Have fun with your new goodies! :o) Thanks you, Becca, for a fun game!ReplyCancel

  • Angella CrockettJanuary 8, 2011 - 7:40 am

    What a beautiful poem, Becca! I have never seen it before! More love, hugs, prayers, and New Year wishes headed your way for you and your family! Blessings, AngieReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)January 8, 2011 - 7:44 am

    Congratulations, Jo; disappointed for me, but VERY HAPPY for you!!! I know you’ll really enjoy all the goodies Becca has so graciously given this Gate of the Year!!!
    Thanks, Becca, for the poem, fun Blog Candy and making us think about our goals for the New Year. God bless you always and may his Grace shine upon you!!!ReplyCancel

  • chrisdJanuary 8, 2011 - 7:46 am

    Thanks Becca,
    It was a new poem to me. Congrats to the lucky winner!ReplyCancel

  • TeresaJanuary 8, 2011 - 7:48 am

    The poem is so warm. Congrats to the winner.ReplyCancel

  • MickieJanuary 8, 2011 - 7:49 am

    What a beutiful poem and a beautiful thought to start the year with. It was something I have never heard but will treasure. Congrats to to lucky winner.ReplyCancel

  • JoanJanuary 8, 2011 - 9:19 am

    I love the poem. Congratulations Jo on winning. Thanks Becca for such a wonderful job teaching us.ReplyCancel

  • Bev J.January 8, 2011 - 9:27 am

    Beautiful poem and Congrats to the winner! Thanks for the chance to win.ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkJanuary 8, 2011 - 10:09 am

    Congratulations Jo on being the winner! Thanks Becca for the chance to play. Beautiful poem.ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJanuary 8, 2011 - 10:23 am

    Beautiful poem. Congratulations!!! to the winner, have fun with your new toys. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • jean wilsonJanuary 8, 2011 - 10:31 am

    Thanks Becca for a fun blog candy game! And that poem is great! Thanks for sharing all your amazing paper grace!!!ReplyCancel

  • jean wilsonJanuary 8, 2011 - 10:32 am

    Oops! Congratulations Jo!!!ReplyCancel

  • Sabine EdelmannJanuary 8, 2011 - 12:25 pm

    Woohoo….Jo! You must be over the moon over joyed! Congratulations and enjoy more crafting supplies from Becca ! Love the poem as I never heard it before!ReplyCancel

  • Marla H.January 8, 2011 - 2:06 pm

    Congrats to the winner and a beautiful poem indeed!!ReplyCancel

  • Nancy HitchcockJanuary 8, 2011 - 2:26 pm

    That is a lovely poem to greet this new year, Becca. How clever and creative you are to include us in your ventures this way. Congratulations to Jo! Using what we already have, life-wise and craft-wise, is a great challenge. Enjoy your new gifts!ReplyCancel

  • JenJanuary 8, 2011 - 2:36 pm

    Yup – faith is a wonderful thing. :) Thank you for sharing Becca.
    and congrats to Jo.. . if you decide you don’t want it now that you have your HobbyLobby I’d be happy to take it off your hands, (*wink*)ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJanuary 8, 2011 - 2:54 pm

    Love that poem!ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJanuary 8, 2011 - 4:03 pm

    BECCA BECCA LOVE THE POEM AND GLAD TO SEE YOU MAKE
    RELIGIOUS CARDS. THANKS FOR THE DOUBLE PLAY AND UNHAPPY
    THAT I DID NOT WIN BUT HAPPY FOR JO.
    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • BarbaraJanuary 8, 2011 - 4:50 pm

    Beautiful poem. ThanksReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleJanuary 8, 2011 - 7:39 pm

    Congrats to the winner!ReplyCancel

  • Beth MillerJanuary 8, 2011 - 9:37 pm

    Such a beautiful poem; what good words to live by!ReplyCancel

  • MarieJanuary 9, 2011 - 1:10 pm

    Congratulations to Jo. Enjoy your lovely prize!!ReplyCancel

  • Bert RiveraJanuary 9, 2011 - 2:03 pm

    Love the poem. Congratulations to the winner.ReplyCancel
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