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What a glorious day!  I’m a busy as a bee today but wanted to stop for a moment to share a card with you.  January seems to be the birthday month – I can count about five that I need to get ready for – so I churned out one this morning.   Don’t you love for your friends to get your personal handmade cards for their special day?  If you ask me, there’s no better feeling than to open that mail and get that surprise.  I hope my friend likes this one!!

I have an admission to make – check it off under the “frugal” column.  I dipped into the Prima stash again and pulled out this trim of roses that has nine roses linked together.  I thought it would make a perfect flower so I gathered it on the edges and cinched it up.  Well…..the card backing that the trim came on was entirely too pretty to throw away, so that’s what I’m using on my card.  It’s sitting under the flower.  I simply cut it using Spellbinders Big Scalloped Borderabilities Petite and mounted it on the left side of the card.

HOW IT’S MADE

1.  Make Card Base from cream – mine is 5½” x 7″
2.  Layer with paper and mat slightly smaller than base. Adhere with foam tape
3.  Layer with paper and mat at least 1? smaller than previous. Adhere with foam tape.
4.  On left side of card space five large pearls vertically.
5.  Cut/emboss Fleur-de-Lis Pendant
6.  Stamp stamp sentiment then cut/emboss with Labels Seventeen.
7.  Cut/emboss larger Labels Seventeen then stack last three elements using foam tape.
8.  Adhere Fleur directly to right side of card.
9.  Take panel and cut/emboss using Big Scalloped Borderabilities Petite die.
10.Tie ribbon, affix flower and adhere to card base using foam tape.
SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Inkadinkado, Prima
Paper: Bazzill
Ink: Versafine Vintage Sepia, Antique Linen Distress Ink
Accessories: Spellbinders Labels Seventeen, Spellbinders Fleur de Lis Pendant, Spellbinders Big Scalloped Borderabilities Petite, Prima Roses, Seam tape, Pearls

I have not forgotten about Double Play.  I’ll be back later on tonight with the winner and I’ll share the poem that I pulled the words from.  A-ha!!  I know you all wondered how I came up with the words, lol!!  If you want to venture a guess about the poem, leave a comment and give me your guess.  I make it hard for you to google these things (wink), but some of you may figure it out.

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  • Bev J.January 7, 2011 - 5:11 pm

    Very pretty-I like salvaging what I can from cards, packaging, etc. Love being green!ReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:13 pm

    LOVE your card Becca! TFS.ReplyCancel

  • Anne ( Midlands UK)January 7, 2011 - 5:14 pm

    Hi Becca that is a beautiful card. Like you I have a lot of birthdays in January. Have been busy this afternoon making a card for one of the ladies in the cardmaking group I go to. I just wish I could come up with such inspired cards as yours are. Well I must keep practising. Thankyou for all that you so kindly share with us. God Bless . Anne xReplyCancel

  • Cally YatesJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:15 pm

    Hi Becca
    Love the card, but have no idea about the poem.
    I expect I shall be annoyed with myself when you “explain” all.
    Hugs
    Cally (from across the Pond) xReplyCancel

  • Linda EJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:18 pm

    Becca, this card is by far one of your most beautiful creations to date! The way the piece under the flowers coordinated with the beautiful flower bow you made on me was not lost on me. I eagerly searched your post to see who made it and got a marvelous surprise!!!ReplyCancel

  • JessicaJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:20 pm

    This is beautiful, I love your flower and bow.ReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:21 pm

    this card is breath taking! I sat with my mouth open just staring at it, it’s beautiful!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Sheila BartlettJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:23 pm

    Oh Becca your friend had better love that card, it sure is a Beauty as usual your Art is Exceptional! Thanks for sharing
    Hugs, SheilaReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.January 7, 2011 - 5:29 pm

    Oh my, another stunning card. Absolutely Beautiful Becca

    Irish toast
    In the New Year, may your right hand always be stretched out in friendship, never in want.

    Becca, this doesn’t happen to be the poem that the words where from now would it be?
    ‘And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year:
    Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown.
    And he replied: Go out into the darkness
    and put your hand into the hand of God.
    That shall be to you better than light, and safer than a known way.’

    If so, I have this framed and hanging on my wall.
    ColleenReplyCancel

  • JackieJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:30 pm

    This has to be one of my favorite cards that you have done. The flower made with those rosettes is beautiful. At first I thought it was torn fabric..Amazing..So happy you are back in that craft room. Take care.ReplyCancel

  • Debby WalkerJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:31 pm

    This has been fun…thanks for all the inspiration…ReplyCancel

  • SuziJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:33 pm

    I love your re-cyling! My family knows never to throw away any even-slightly pretty or interesting paper, cardboard, foil, etc., until it has passed over my craft table. My daughter-in-law saved the wrapping paper from a package she got from Japan. Does she know how to win my heart, or what? LOL!ReplyCancel

  • Jean MacraeJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:33 pm

    You are an inspirationReplyCancel

  • Phyllis M.January 7, 2011 - 5:35 pm

    Could the poem possibly be The Gate of The Year in 1908 by Minnie Louise Haskins? Absolutely love your beautiful card. Totally amazing.ReplyCancel

  • cynthiaJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:36 pm

    Inspiring!ReplyCancel

  • Pam AustinJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:37 pm

    Hi Becca,
    It has been some time since I last looked at your blog but that only means that there were that many more completely beautiful cards to gaze upon. I first saw your work in Paper Crafts or CardMaker magazine maybe over a year ago and I have to tell you that I think you are so phenomenally talented! Your work is nothing short of absolutely gorgeous and your use of die-cuts, placement, ribbons and color choices are always awe-inspiring. It is a total treat to scroll through your blog and watch the next stunning entry appear on the screen! I am always inspired after looking here. Thank you for sharing your amazing work with us. I always have a smile after I have visited.
    God Bless,
    Pam Austin
    Costa Mesa, CAReplyCancel

  • LisaJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:41 pm

    DID YOU MAKE THE BOW???ReplyCancel

  • BrookJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:43 pm

    Another beautiful card from you. Thanks again for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • SoniaJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:46 pm

    Could it possibly be the following poem?

    I said to the man
    who stood at the gate of the year,
    ‘Give me a light that I may tread safely
    into the unknown.’
    And he replied ,
    ‘Go out into the darkness
    and put your hand into the hand of God.
    That shall be to you
    better than light
    and safer than a known way !’
    So I went forth
    and finding the Hand of God,
    trod gladly into the night .
    And he led me towards the hills
    and the breaking of day in the lone East.

    Minnie Louise Harkins 1875-1957

    Even if it is not, I discovered a great poem! Thanks, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • paulaJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:46 pm

    Gorgeous card Becca – its not frugal – its environmentally friendly crafting!!!

    Paula, Derbyshire, UK. x xxReplyCancel

  • MaryKayeJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:49 pm

    Beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Susan SJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:49 pm

    Becca, your talent is incredible! I love looking at your cards…I just know that they are WAY beyond my ability. I’m so not detailed-oriented enough. But they are lovely to look at. Anyone would be thrilled to get a card from you.

    God bless you and give you strength for each day!ReplyCancel

  • MazJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:51 pm

    Oh my! The colors you have used on this gorgeous card are stunning.
    The roses you have made with the ribbon are so special and what a super idea to use the backing card stock from the ribbon. Waste not, want not.
    I think I lost track of the words. I only have four and didn’t see any others.
    Not to worry.
    Have a great day.
    Hugs MazReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:52 pm

    This is stunning Becca. I know if I received one of these cards for my Birthday I would be very happy.ReplyCancel

  • Mary HarrisJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:57 pm

    Beautiful :)ReplyCancel

  • Carol RJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:58 pm

    Gorgeous! I love the ribbon roses and great way to use packaging (if pretty!).ReplyCancel

  • CharlotteJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:59 pm

    Breath-Taking!! Stunning!! Gorgeous!! Amazing!! None of these words seem adequate enough to describe your latest creation!! How ingenious to take rose ribbon trim and create a larger flower with it. And, I love how you even used the backing paper it came on!! Blessed is the individual who receives this beauty for her birthday!! THANK YOU for so generously sharing your talent with us. Your are an inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • Patricia SwaglerJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:07 pm

    I love your card! How clever to use the packaging and to make a flower out of the rose trim. I need to start looking at my stash in a different way. I also found the poem by Minnie L Harkins that Sonia quoted.ReplyCancel

  • Debby WalkerJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:10 pm

    What a pretty card….great usuage of your packaging, it IS very pretty…Have a great evening…Hugs to you….ReplyCancel

  • Patricia SwaglerJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:11 pm

    The poem is by Minnie Louise Haskins, I put Harkins. It is still a beautiful poem.ReplyCancel

  • Frances HarringtonJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:16 pm

    Just beautiful. Any one would be ecstatic to receive this on their birthday.ReplyCancel

  • Vicky SchmidtJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:24 pm

    Becca, very beautiful. you give us some great ideas.ReplyCancel

  • Marla H.January 7, 2011 - 6:27 pm

    What a gorgeous card. I love to use packaging items myself. I hate to throw things away when you can recycle or reuse!! Great job!!ReplyCancel

  • Robin BurgesonJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:29 pm

    What an incredible flower!ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:35 pm

    HOW LOVELY BECCA!!!! You did a WONDERFUL JOB!!!!! I BELIEVE your friend will LOVE this card, frugalness or not!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Laurie FlanneryJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:35 pm

    Beautiful card Becca. You are an inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • Deborah HooperJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:36 pm

    So, so beautiful. You are continuously surprising us with the most beautiful artwork. You can tell you are pouring your heart into it.ReplyCancel

  • VickiJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:37 pm

    I love your card. Of course they are always beautiful.
    My guess is this about the poem(And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year: Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown. And he replied: Go out into the darkness and put your hand into the hand of God. That shall be to you better than light, and safer than a known way.)
    Have to admit I cheated and googled it.ReplyCancel

  • Pam PJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:39 pm

    Another stunning card, who wouldn’t love to receive this in the mail. Your are incredible!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:40 pm

    Beautiful…..love how you did your flower….you’ll have to do a tutorial on that one…….and the back of the package……just prefect……tfsReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:41 pm

    WOW!! look at that beautiful card with that gorgeous bow tying it all together. Boy would I love to be a fly on the wall when the recipient gets this card for their birthday. As always Becca, TFS!!! Gorgeous work. :-DReplyCancel

  • Michelle ~ daydreams505January 7, 2011 - 6:41 pm

    This is just beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Pat SJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:01 pm

    Another masterpiece! Becca I am always in aw of what you do!ReplyCancel

  • ChaunJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:05 pm

    Girl, you are certainly on the roll early in the year!
    So many pretty cards already!ReplyCancel

  • Sylvia/GeorgiaJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:10 pm

    This card is AWESOME! That rose trim bow is amazing! How do you continue to outdo yourself???ReplyCancel

  • jean wilsonJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:17 pm

    Well this is beautiful! I too save the tissue boxes to do cards with they are too beautiful to just throw away…recycle!!! Looks like some people have found the poem!!!ReplyCancel

  • Jackie BurnsJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:28 pm

    Very nice Becca, and, as a matter of fact today is MY birthday!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara JayJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:32 pm

    So pretty and a color combination I have never tried. I was thrill to read there is a Sepia” color ink. I have been looking for one , Yes I read every word you write including the list of supplies and directions. LOLReplyCancel

  • Cindy KJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:37 pm

    Absolutely beautiful! Anyone would love to receive this card! Love the idea of using packaging as part of the card! I’ve done that once of twice too!ReplyCancel

  • PamJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:38 pm

    Hi Becca, oh pretty please can I be your friend too. I have a birthday coming up in February and I would truly love for someone to send me a personal handmade card as gorgeous as what this beautiful card is.

    I know my birthday would be all that more special if someone sent me a card like this, I would cherish and treasure it forever. I love roses and this card is so, so pretty. As always your creativity and talents never cease to amaze me. Your friend is very blessed to have a dear friend like you in their life. I’m sure they will feel very blessed when they open this handmade card that you lovingly made for them.ReplyCancel

  • EdnaJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:41 pm

    Very Beautiful card! You do such nice work. EdnaReplyCancel

  • Jean McGeeJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:43 pm

    W OOOO WWWW!!!!!!!!!!!!! B-U-T-FUUULLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!
    I also am into recycling – kleenex boxes, tissue paper, wrapping paper, paper sacks, whatever I can get my hands on and then some.
    Jean McGeeReplyCancel

  • TeresaJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:53 pm

    Beautiful as always.ReplyCancel

  • SuziJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:56 pm

    Minnie Louise Haskins wrote:

    And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year:
    “Give me a light, that I may tread safely into the unknown!”
    And he replied:
    “Go out into the darkness and put your hand into the Hand of God.
    That shall be to you better than light and safer than a known way.”
    So, I went forth, and finding the Hand of God, trod gladly into the night.
    And He led me toward the hills and the breaking of day in the lone East.ReplyCancel

  • MaryLouJanuary 7, 2011 - 8:21 pm

    Wow that is a beautiful card. Love it.ReplyCancel

  • pamela watsonJanuary 7, 2011 - 8:22 pm

    Becca, that is gorgeous and the rose is so pretty. I love it and love that you are frugal and used the backing from the trim to add beauty to your card.ReplyCancel

  • KellyJanuary 7, 2011 - 8:25 pm

    Gorgeous card Becca! As for the poem, I was determined! I believe that the author is Minnie Louise Haskell and that it was written in 1908.ReplyCancel

  • GabbyJanuary 7, 2011 - 8:26 pm

    The flower and ribbon are outstanding and I am a BIG fan of recycling! I have one box in my craft room that is dedicated to all things that I “might” be able to recycle on my cards or art projects! :)ReplyCancel

  • KellyJanuary 7, 2011 - 8:27 pm

    Haskins! Not Haskell!!ReplyCancel

  • TrishJanuary 7, 2011 - 8:34 pm

    Hi Becca I don’t know if you got my message to you in contact me. but I couldn’t find where to e mail you. Anyway Just love this card. you put them together so beautifully.
    Hugs Trish.ReplyCancel

  • SusiJanuary 7, 2011 - 8:45 pm

    Call it “frugal” if you wish, but I see it more as … “crafty”, or even more so, “BRILLIANT” !!! What a perfect match to that lovely flower. Your friend is going to LOVE this!ReplyCancel

  • Wanda MJanuary 7, 2011 - 8:45 pm

    As always…your cards are so beautiful.
    Hugs…WandaReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJanuary 7, 2011 - 9:06 pm

    Wow! I love, love this card. These are my colors.ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleJanuary 7, 2011 - 9:09 pm

    Can’t wait to hear from you again tonight….Becca, your card is fabu!!!!
    JanReplyCancel

  • JaneyJanuary 7, 2011 - 9:37 pm

    Becca – your inspiration with the roses trim is stunning. I love everything about the card and I;m sure your friend will feel honored to receive this gift from you.

    HugsReplyCancel

  • Donna RinckelJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:28 pm

    Gorgeous card! Love the flower. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.ReplyCancel

  • MickieJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:39 pm

    Hey there is nothing wrong with being frugal, it’s a good way to be!! I’ve got some backings I plan to use also. Your card is gorgeous as usual and I love that backing on it.ReplyCancel

  • Candy MillsJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:00 pm

    Wonderful Becca!
    I love that you used the packaging and that rose is beautiful!!
    Hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • FrancesJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:04 pm

    I love this!ReplyCancel

  • Miss GJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:04 pm

    I love the flower and bow. Frugal ??? (just being green)
    have a great week-end and again thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • emilyJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:08 pm

    This is sooo pretty! I love the delicate flower trim over the PP and the pearls and colours.
    Thanks for sharing! :o)ReplyCancel

  • Cathie - Ontario, CanadaJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:19 pm

    This is what I love about you Becca, you reuse or repurpose items and include them in some way on your cards. I am a spender is some ways, but I also like to save a buck too. Thanks for the inspiration!
    Hugs and blessings,
    CathieReplyCancel

  • Barbara WilsonJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:25 pm

    Beautiful birthday card. You have a wonderful creative talent.ReplyCancel

  • DebraJanuary 8, 2011 - 12:27 am

    This is absolutely beautiful and anyone who gets a card like this will think they’re pretty special!ReplyCancel

  • HeatherJanuary 8, 2011 - 12:28 am

    Another beautiful creation. I love this flower and the colors are stunning.
    I forgot to tell you how much I love your blog background. This is new right? I don’t remember it before. I just found your blog when I joined Flourishes BBB. :)
    Hugs~ReplyCancel

  • Mary R.January 8, 2011 - 12:41 am

    I, too, enjoy making birthday cards for friends and family. I just received an email yesterday by my niece who said her husband called from work just to see if his card from me had arrived. That really thrilled my heart. And, my cards are nowhere near as beautiful as yours. Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Becky DJanuary 8, 2011 - 1:09 am

    Wow Becca! How do I get on your Birthday card list? :) This card is just lucious!ReplyCancel

  • Laurel CJanuary 8, 2011 - 1:22 am

    Absolutely beautiful card Becca. I always enjoy looking at your site, it is one of the best. Thanks for sharing. (L)ReplyCancel

  • Lorie B.January 8, 2011 - 2:05 am

    Stunning card! Isn’t it nice when you can re-use other things. It feels good to be “green.” :o)ReplyCancel

  • lacyquilterJanuary 8, 2011 - 2:39 am

    Awesome!ReplyCancel

  • Yvonne HaganeJanuary 8, 2011 - 2:51 am

    Wow this is gorgeous!
    Love the amazing color combo.
    I`m sure the recipient will LOVE it:)ReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithJanuary 8, 2011 - 3:10 am

    Hi Becca,
    This is so beautiful. Your friend will definitely love it. That flower is lovely.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • Cynthia WilliamsonJanuary 8, 2011 - 4:30 am

    Each card is more amazing than the last. I thought yesterday’s card was scrumptious but when I saw today’s card I just thought Oh My! We will have to invent some new adjectives for you Becca. May you always find inspiration.
    XxOoReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJanuary 8, 2011 - 5:24 am

    OH WOW BECCA…..this is an absolutely STUNNING card….in fact stunning doesn’t seem sufficient enough a word. Just so eaquisite!!

    Love Sheila xxxReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJanuary 8, 2011 - 5:30 am

    Ooops ‘eaquisite’ should read EXQUISITE!

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • Nancy SchultzJanuary 8, 2011 - 6:34 am

    What a beautiful card. I love how you have made a flower out of the roses so very clever. Thanks for sharing your beautiful work!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJanuary 8, 2011 - 10:04 am

    Oh it is beautiful, she is going to just LOVE it!ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie GJanuary 8, 2011 - 10:30 am

    Oh Becca, this is such a beautiful card! How could anyone not absolutely love it!! I only hope I can one day create something so beautiful. I just love your blog and am learning so much from you. Thank you, thank you for the inspiration and instruction. BonnieReplyCancel

  • GaleJanuary 8, 2011 - 10:39 am

    Becca,
    This is a beautiful card. I love the roses but the whole thing together is beautiful. Just gorgeous. I love the poem also. I was not able to do the double play but love the poem.

    Have a great day.
    GaleReplyCancel

  • Rose C.January 8, 2011 - 10:44 am

    I just love the vintagey look of this card. It is utterly beautiful Becca.ReplyCancel

  • MarieJanuary 8, 2011 - 11:07 am

    Hello Becca,

    Another beautiful card – As usual xxReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)January 8, 2011 - 4:38 pm

    Oh Becca, it’s just so darn pretty! Your friend will love it. Lucky friend. Lucky lucky lucky friend.ReplyCancel

  • Angelina WesselsJanuary 8, 2011 - 6:06 pm

    This card is just stunning! I love the colors and that flower rose was so pretty. Who wouldn’t love getting a card like this in the mail? I certainly would.ReplyCancel

  • Linda CarsonJanuary 9, 2011 - 1:21 am

    WOW! Another stunning card! My birthday is this month……the 29th. My address is 3205……!!ReplyCancel

  • June MJanuary 9, 2011 - 4:57 am

    Such a beautiful card – don’t know how you keep doing these masterpieces time after time.ReplyCancel

  • Linda BeesonJanuary 9, 2011 - 1:11 pm

    Yum on every part of those gorgeous card! That amazing flower, the wonderful choice of colors and that beautiful label treatment!ReplyCancel

  • Kay McBrideJanuary 10, 2011 - 11:28 am

    beautiful card, i love how u used everything. someone will truly be pleased to get this one.
    hugs to you
    kayReplyCancel

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Hello there friends.  I’m rejoicing because I’ve had a second to take a breath, look ahead and see that January is going to be a phenomenal month!!  Today I have a quick card to share.  I pulled out one of the inspirational sentiments from Quietfire Design and this one fit the bill; it’s called Reminding One Another.  Sigh, when you see words that look so beautiful they need no other picture to bring them to life!!!

As it were, I have been hoarding this beautiful Prima paper since last fall.  My attempts to use it were thwarted by the need to create yet another Christmas card and as you can see there was no way I could get creative and pass that off as Christmas, lol.  Same with the lace; it is Prima and it is at the tippy top of my favorites list (sorry ribbon, I had to give you a break).  I simply stamped the sentiment directly on the the paper so that you can see that lovely flower but the flourishes and such on the sentiment are soooo pretty.  I love this craft!   To hold these things in my hands and make something with them makes my heart sing!!

HOW IT’S MADE

1. Make Card Base – mine is 5½ x 7
2. Layer with paper and mat slightly smaller than base. Adhere with foam tape
3. Layer with paper and mat at least 1″ smaller than previous. Adhere with foam tape.
4. Layer with stamped image.  With foam tape, adhere to top of lower mat to leave room for lace.
5. Adhere lace and roses over the bottom of stamped image layer.
6. Add embellishments.
7. Smile

By the way, the rose trim that I used over the lace on this card was originally white and it met with a tea dying accident ala Becca.  Since it’s made from polyester I didn’t think the tea would set and keep.  Hooo boy, was I wrong.  I walked away for probably about 10 minutes while it boiled and came back to this dark golden brown mess.  I didn’t throw the trim away but I never imagined that I’d be able to use it.  I stand corrected.  There’s a lot to be said for salvaging a wreck  . . or so my heart says, all the time :-)

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: Quietfire Design – Reminding One Another
Paper: Prima Design Paper, Bazzill, The Paper Company
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black and clear embossing powder
Accessories: Prima Lace, Tea dyed rose trim (Hobby Lobby), heart pins (Joann’s)

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  • Cathie - Ontario, CanadaJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:28 pm

    Hi Becca,
    Oh, what a beautiful arrangement! I especially love the unique choice of colours, so unexpected. The quote you chose us lovely, will have to look at those stamps. The little roses are so adorable, good job!
    Hope all is well Becca as I think of you each day.
    Blessings,
    CathieReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:35 pm

    I love the card. The sentiment is beautiful. Thank you for being you.ReplyCancel

  • MarieJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:35 pm

    Hello Becca,

    WOW!!! This card was worth waiting for…it’s gorgeous!!! The sentiment really touched my soul. The embellishments and absolutely everything are gorgeous. xxReplyCancel

  • Laura WhitakerJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:44 pm

    love the ‘wreck’ i was immediately drawn to the rich colour of your ribbon, if i hadn’t read about you accident, i would have never known!ReplyCancel

  • PamJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:47 pm

    I love the company that wrote the saying. They are awesome. Love the lace as well. It really adds to the card. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • miluJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:48 pm

    your tea accident came out GORGEOUS!ReplyCancel

  • Peggy MullenauxJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:48 pm

    Love the card. I did not know poly would take a tea dye. Learned something new. {Hugs} PeggyReplyCancel

  • Marla H.January 6, 2011 - 5:48 pm

    The colors are stunning and the card is beautiful!!ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:50 pm

    This is beautiful, the dp is stunning and the font for the sentiment is sheer elegance.ReplyCancel

  • Kristy ChristophersonJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:50 pm

    absolutely gorgeous, Becca!!!ReplyCancel

  • cynthiaJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:55 pm

    These colors are wonderful!ReplyCancel

  • Nancy DawesJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:55 pm

    I understand what your saying about “your heart sing” when doing this paper crafting. I feel the same way! I have been making cards for years and years and just love how the craft has progressed with all the beautiful lace, flowers, pins, trinkets, cutting systems – all which had to be done by hand 10 years ago.

    I am so happy to see that you are surviving and continuing to craft.

    NancyReplyCancel

  • MarianJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:58 pm

    I love it!ReplyCancel

  • Barb HardemanJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:00 pm

    Hi Becca, your work and creative talent never cease to amaze me. I learn so much from just looking at your cards…this is exquisite…hugs…BarbReplyCancel

  • JoAnn BurnhamJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:04 pm

    Beautiful card and I think the rose trim looks lovely, not a mess.ReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.January 6, 2011 - 6:08 pm

    Stunning card!
    As they say, No mistakes, just happy accidents and that tea dyed lace certainly fit the bill. Goes wonderfully with the card.
    ColleenReplyCancel

  • Susan GJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:12 pm

    Beautiful!! and I love the dyed flower trim, what wreck? they are a lovely color!
    SusanReplyCancel

  • Penny ReedJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:12 pm

    Everything about this card is fabulous! The colors, the “tea accident” and the lace. All together they are just beautiful. Hope your heart sings a lot!!!ReplyCancel

  • Steph HJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:12 pm

    Beautifully collaged – Love the roses too. Your tea dyeing accident turned out quite serendipitous!ReplyCancel

  • MazJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:13 pm

    Hi Becca!
    What a stunning card. I love the color and that paper is to die for. I must try dying ribbon and lace in this way.
    Hugs MazReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:22 pm

    BEAUTIFUL, Becca!!!!!!!!! This IS STUNNING!!!!! WHAT GORGEOUS PAPER!!! I can see why you’d be hoarding it!!!! LOL You did a SUPER JOB with the lace!!!! ( I’ve seen HOW polyester dyes!!!! :/ ) I understand about your heart singing!!!!! :) (Isn’t God good?)ReplyCancel

  • Tina Van EickJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:25 pm

    Becca,

    I don’t know how you do it. Each card or project you create is more beautiful than the rest. Thank you for sharing.

    God Bless You,

    TinaReplyCancel

  • dianeJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:26 pm

    WOW another beautiful creation, now i have to find that rose lace.
    God Bless, DianeReplyCancel

  • Candy MillsJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:27 pm

    Becca I am in love with the paper, wonderful lace and ‘rose trim’. I don’t think it was an accident – do you?
    A most beautiful card :o)
    Hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • Donna RinckelJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:34 pm

    Love your card, Becca! The sentiment is very special. Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • LisaJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:35 pm

    I heart the fabric embelishment!

    (Where do you purchase these items) Lisa!ReplyCancel

  • Sabine EdelmannJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:37 pm

    This is just stunning! What beautiful and strong colours! I Love everything about this card including the roses . There is a place for little mistakes just like that reserved for a special card.ReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.January 6, 2011 - 6:38 pm

    Becca,
    What a beautiful card. The unusual colors look fantastic on this card, I like the oops color of the flowers, very dramatic!! You make me want to craft more and more each day…..that would be my dream and goal, to craft endlessly and give to others what I craft! Especially if they turned out even half as nice as yours do, you truly have a gift! ~Ginny~ReplyCancel

  • Tammy Q HowellJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:41 pm

    What a great accident! LOL I didn’t realize the lace had been dyed until you wrote that. There are not mistakes in stamping, only reasons to embellish or use in a different way! Love the card and the saying is beautiful also.ReplyCancel

  • DonaldaJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:47 pm

    Oh hon this card is just gorgeous !!!!! So love the papers you have used. I sent you an email about the drawer template I do hope you got it dear. HugsReplyCancel

  • Linda EJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:53 pm

    Absolutely beautiful, Becca! I love how you used the patterned papers!ReplyCancel

  • Susan BugalskiJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:53 pm

    Beautiful card but especially love the colors.

    SusanReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:55 pm

    this is beautiful!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Kay LusnakJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:56 pm

    How do you ever do it? Thank you for sharing your gift that God so blessed you with!ReplyCancel

  • TrishJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:07 pm

    Oh Becca that is just beautiful and yes we should remind ourselves every now and then.Hugs Trish.ReplyCancel

  • Donna G.January 6, 2011 - 7:13 pm

    Beautiful. Love the paper, the lace and the rose trim! Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Deborah HooperJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:37 pm

    Did you make the little roses? If so, you must show us how. They are so pretty.ReplyCancel

  • Val WJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:53 pm

    Becca, you can’t imagine how many times I visit your blog, and the first thought I have when I look at what you’ve made is, “Wow!” This beautiful card gave me another “wow”. That paper is beautiful, and the rose trim is perfect. You have such a talent with the details on your cards.ReplyCancel

  • JaneyJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:01 pm

    Beautiful card, Becca. Love the paper, the stamp, the lace and the roses. As i always told my sewing students – there’s no mistake, you are the designer, so it’s a part of your creative genius. Wonderful !

    HugsReplyCancel

  • Maxine D/KiwimeJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:01 pm

    Love all your work, but this is spectacular. And yes, thankfully God id also in the business of salvaging wreaks – we are both examples of that!! Praise His name.ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:19 pm

    Absolutely beautiful!!!! I would have trouble letting go of that paper too!!!!!
    Now that you have, rest assured that others hearts are singing as we are treated to your creation! Thank you Becca!
    Jan CastleReplyCancel

  • Judy McMullenJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:22 pm

    Lovely! Great idea to stamp the image directly on that beautiful paper. You’re right, you don’t want to hide it! And those lovely roses…isn’t it amazing how what we may consider a “wreak” God leads us to a beautiful outcome!ReplyCancel

  • MaryKayeJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:40 pm

    I just wish my mistakes were aslovely and salvagable as yours. I love this card!ReplyCancel

  • Jean McGeeJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:53 pm

    This card is BEEEEEEEEEEEEEE-U-T-FFFFUUUUULLLLLLL!!!!
    I like the DP behind the sentiment and OOOOOOOOOOOO what a sentiment. It is sooooooooooooo much fun when we can finally use one/some of our “mistakes” (which are designers choice {in this case- you chose to leave the room} ).
    Jean McGeeReplyCancel

  • SusiJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:57 pm

    Goes to show that accidents aren’t all bad :-) The colours on this card are GORGEOUS!ReplyCancel

  • DebraKJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:57 pm

    so beautiful! it is so pretty to have a sentiment right on the DP. Your accident was a lovely touch!ReplyCancel

  • Michel EJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:58 pm

    Absolutely beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • Vicky SchmidtJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:09 pm

    Becca,
    I love the card, your mistake just made the card better. I just love your work.ReplyCancel

  • SuziJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:11 pm

    Thank you for another “aha” moment: stamping right on the printed paper! It’s beautiful! I always pull out solid paper for stamping. Gotta give this a shot ASAP, before my decrepit minds forgets!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:23 pm

    Beautiful card and your attention to detail is amazing. TFS.ReplyCancel

  • Linda LJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:32 pm

    Oh what a happy tea dying accident that was….it is so beautiful and the card is a masterpiece…that paper oh my goodness it’s sumptious. Yes this is one beautiful craft I agree and we are blessed to have it in our lives. xLReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:37 pm

    Beautiful card! Glad to know about the tea dying.ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:44 pm

    BECCA BECCA BOY , THIS IS A DIFFERENT BECCA CARD. M;Y
    HUSBAND ASKED WHOSE CARDS I WAS LOOKING AT AND I SAID,
    MY FAVORITE AND HE SAID NO WAY. THEN HE HAD TO LOOK AT THE
    REST OF THE BLOG. DIFFERENT, BUT I REALLY LIKE IT HE SAID
    STILL THINK OF YOU AND KNOW THAT YOU ARE WATCHED OVER BY
    OUR LOVING LORD.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • Carol RJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:06 pm

    Love it all! So beautiful. My favorite piece on this is the lace!!!ReplyCancel

  • MilliejsJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:19 pm

    Becca, I so much enjoy your cards…it’s kinda like going out and picking a new fresh little flower everyday to put on your table. I always stop and look at your new card and am never disappointed. God has blessed you tremendously and in turn you bless all of us. Thank you for your faithfulness.ReplyCancel

  • MickieJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:21 pm

    Oh Becca, this is just gorgeous. The stamp says it all does it not? Your choice of DP to use the stamp on along with the lace and tea dye project all adds up to one more beautiful card. God Bless!ReplyCancel

  • TerriJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:24 pm

    Just beautiful.
    Ter ;)ReplyCancel

  • ChaunJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:51 pm

    Gorgeous! Some of my best cards have been happy accidents after I had to get creative after I got an inky thumbprint or smudge on it. One of my favorite quotes: There are no mistakes! Only opportunities for embellishment.ReplyCancel

  • Patty W.January 6, 2011 - 10:52 pm

    Becca, You are amazing!!! Crafting and card making make my heart sing too. Your tea dyed roses are lovely! The colors you used together just “POP”. You are sooo inspiring Girl,in ways you can’t imagine! TYFS again. Blessings to you and your loved ones. Patty W.ReplyCancel

  • Tami BJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:54 pm

    This is the 2nd “accident” I’ve seen this week that got used to make an absolutely beautiful card. Shows you that even a mess can have a wonderful ending- kinda like what God does with us isn’t it?ReplyCancel

  • KerryJanuary 6, 2011 - 11:15 pm

    This Reminding One Another card looks fresh and bright. Becca you have created a lovely card with a different style for you.ReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)January 6, 2011 - 11:24 pm

    Oh, Becca, I LOVE how your tea died roses work so beautifully with your GORGEOUS Prima papers — what a happy accident!!!ReplyCancel

  • GinnyJanuary 6, 2011 - 11:39 pm

    I was going to comment that the ribbon roses are unusual. Well, they are! A Becca original! They are stunning on your card.ReplyCancel

  • MaryannJanuary 7, 2011 - 2:41 am

    Oh my goodness, this is soooo beautiful Becca. I can only agree about this paper, it´s really stunning. I´ve always had a weakness for beautiful paper. but many times, I don´t dare to cut in it, as I want to save it, if it´s really beautiful. But boy this looks awesome. You´re such talented lady Becca, I get all jealous he he he.
    Have a wonderful week-end ahead hun.ReplyCancel

  • cardchickJanuary 7, 2011 - 3:20 am

    the card is gorgeous! and I luv the sentiment!!!! as for the little flowers….oh my I thought they were store bought…did you boil the tea bag and the ribbon at the same time???? would you mind sharing the instructtions with us???ReplyCancel

  • Lorie B.January 7, 2011 - 4:14 am

    What gorgeous colors! They absolutely go with the great quote! :o)ReplyCancel

  • racheJanuary 7, 2011 - 4:20 am

    Thank you so much for sharing your creativity.
    God bless you today and you bless us.ReplyCancel

  • Angelina WesselsJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:01 am

    What a beautiful card! Sometimes the sentiment and the paper say it all!
    Pretty paper!ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:06 am

    Beautiful card…beautiful sentiment Becca and that gorgeous ‘accidental’
    ribbon looks perfect.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • JeanJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:34 am

    Becca,
    Your tea dying accident turned into a beautiful addition to your card. I love the bold paper and the unusual colors are wonderful.ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJanuary 7, 2011 - 6:49 am

    Your little wreck as you call it is gorgeous. Love the sentiment and the DP is gorgeous. Great composition Becca. Beautiful work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Kyle E.January 7, 2011 - 7:16 am

    Absolutely stunning, Becca! I love the paper, with it’s bold colors, as well as the lace and ribbon roses!!ReplyCancel

  • emilyJanuary 7, 2011 - 7:17 am

    Your card is so gorgeous! I love happy accidents! They have given me some of the my most creative and well, happy memories! Just think of it as God thinking ahead for you! :o)

    I admire your steady hand stamping your sentiment on your PP. I get nervous sometimes and make a mess. I have stamped on thin vellum if I am down to my last piece of a special paper. I think I need more practice… and confidence!

    Love your work and thanks for sharing! :o)ReplyCancel

  • Lisa PJanuary 7, 2011 - 9:12 am

    I love the color of the ribbon! The card is beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • corrieJanuary 7, 2011 - 9:51 am

    great job Becca, love your work thanks for sharingReplyCancel

  • lacyquilterJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:11 am

    Stunning card. What gorgeous paper.ReplyCancel

  • ChristineJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:19 am

    What a blessing you are to us. Thanks for sharing your amazing work.

    Your Sister in Christ

    ChristineReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterJanuary 7, 2011 - 10:37 am

    Beautiful, love how you used this large print paper, the trim is just perfect with this card, good thing you didn’t throw away!ReplyCancel

  • Susan GJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:11 am

    That is such lovely paper! So glad the tea dying accident didn’t go to waste–lovely embellishments!ReplyCancel

  • alsmouseJanuary 7, 2011 - 11:30 am

    Lovely card. I can see why you held onto the paper so long. The dyeing error wasn’t really an error, it was an pre-planned chance to inspire you to create this lovely card. Thank you for sharing.
    ~C8>ReplyCancel

  • Peggy HJanuary 7, 2011 - 12:27 pm

    Wow! What a great card, beautiful colors, love the stamp, your cards are always works of love! Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • Lori mJanuary 7, 2011 - 12:28 pm

    Becca, this is so pretty, your tea stained lace matches perfect, thank you for sharing. :)ReplyCancel

  • Debbie B.January 7, 2011 - 12:56 pm

    Becca, do we need to be looking for another word? I still love your card. Just wondering.ReplyCancel

  • Kay McBrideJanuary 7, 2011 - 1:18 pm

    as always beautiful card, and i love how u stamped the sent. on the paper, i really never thought about doing that. i learned something today whoo hoo!! that lace and ribbon trim is too darling. i want some of that stuff!!ReplyCancel

  • Sue OJanuary 7, 2011 - 1:21 pm

    Becca, a beautiful card as always! I love the little heart pins that you used!ReplyCancel

  • JessicaJanuary 7, 2011 - 1:29 pm

    Oh Becca, this is a beautiful card! I wish I had other words besides the ones be always use to mean beautiful! I would love to open such a lovely gift on my birthday!!ReplyCancel

  • Sue (suen)January 9, 2011 - 9:34 pm

    Gorgeous card, Becca! The tea dyed trim is fabulous and so nice with the papers and awesome lace!ReplyCancel

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And now, a brief word from our sponsor . . . Well, today has been a technology nightmare.  I’m working on some things behind the scenes and nothing (technology wise)  has cooperated for the last two days :(  Ah, such is life in the big city, right?!?  I know some of you were worried . . .  I’m doing fine.  I programmed the word of the day to change, and hit enter but apparently it did not take.  It’s probably only fair to give you the word as a freebie :-)  The word that I just posted is: “*****” .  Be sure to write it down.  I’ll leave this post for a full 24 hours and then erase it.

Okay, back to my disasters, lol!!  I’ll have a post up soon friends!!

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  • Robyn JosephsJanuary 5, 2011 - 6:30 pm

    hang in there- technology happens
    patience and curiosity in 2011
    blessings,
    robynReplyCancel

  • NancyJBJanuary 5, 2011 - 6:46 pm

    Thank you,
    You are doing a great job. Shake it off and remember tomorrow will be a bright new day!ReplyCancel

  • TinaHJanuary 5, 2011 - 6:52 pm

    Another of my goals is to learn new techniques to use all of the great products I have acquired!ReplyCancel

  • Patti LeMayJanuary 5, 2011 - 6:54 pm

    Technology is an amazing thing when it works Becca. Glad I kept going and found the word and even happier to learn that you are okay.ReplyCancel

  • HeikeJanuary 5, 2011 - 7:20 pm

    Technology is a wunderous thing. The word is on my second page under the post as per usual. I don’t know if its the way the Blog is set up but it only shows 3 projects/blogs at a time then I have to click onto the next page and hey presto there it continues.ReplyCancel

  • MickieJanuary 5, 2011 - 7:32 pm

    So sorry you have those old glitchy problems, it happens to the best of us. LOL!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara JayJanuary 5, 2011 - 7:43 pm

    Thanks for the update and word of the day !! Maybe you need a nice hot cup of tea and a night to put up your feet. Tomorrow is a new day and you can tackle the problems them :)ReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.January 5, 2011 - 7:54 pm

    Becca,
    I actually have a question for you. I was wondering, is there a trick or something you can do to get the clear stamps off of the plastic they come with?? I have broken several trying to get them off from the plastic sheet. Some are stuck on there good. If there is a trick to getting them off the first time please let me know it. I usually buy them on clearance and it really doesn’t pay if you end up losing part of your stamp set from them tearing apart. I would greatly appreciate any helpful suggestions. I am trying to be frugal with what I buy, but I would like to be able to use them at least once, sadly that will not be the case for a few. Help! ~Gin~ReplyCancel

  • Sabine EdelmannJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:06 pm

    Not a problem at all, Becca! By now we are all guessing anyway and it is so much fun!!!ReplyCancel

  • SheriJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:08 pm

    Must be a full moon out there – techie stuff has been such a wreck here today as well!ReplyCancel

  • Diana BJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:15 pm

    Aren’t computers grand!ReplyCancel

  • ChaunJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:15 pm

    My scanner isn’t working very well and I’m trying to scan in photos for genealogy. It’s getting on my last nerve, so I feel your frustration. So glad you or your kids weren’t sick or something.ReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:42 pm

    Thanks for the “freebie”ReplyCancel

  • LucyJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:43 pm

    You know what they say “don’t sweat the small stuff”. This is easier said than done. I usually get so frustrated when things don’t work out that I have to leave it for a while. Hang in there Becca, it will all turn out wonderful for you in the end.

    Hugs
    LucyReplyCancel

  • Kate StockmanJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:44 pm

    Thanks for letting us know.ReplyCancel

  • Marge (mer)January 5, 2011 - 8:44 pm

    Ohhh, so sorry for “technical difficulties”, Becca — they’re NOT fun!!! ;p( Thanks for giving us the word!ReplyCancel

  • Tami BJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:46 pm

    Whew! Thanks, now just 2 more to go.
    And regarding the techno. stuff- I feel for you, I’ve been fighting with my computer for 2 days now, but I think & hope everything’s worked out. From what I’ve been hearing from several other friends there was a lot of this going around.ReplyCancel

  • TeresaJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:46 pm

    We have had computer problems also. Hmmmm. Strange. Others are also. Anyway, I’ve not been able to get the am word. Don’t know what I’m not doing. See ya tomorrow.ReplyCancel

  • Lori mJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:47 pm

    Thank you for the freebie word, Blessings, Lori mReplyCancel

  • Charlene DahlbergJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:48 pm

    So glad is was just technical – computers can be a challange for sure but you do such a wonderful job– We are so grateful to have you to inspire us in crafts and bloggingReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:51 pm

    I TOTALLY UNDERSTAND!!!! Computers….really at times, BLAHHHH!!!
    Another goal for 2011- TO CONTINUE TO LEARN…techniques, etc! :)ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:57 pm

    Must be fixed because I was able to get it at the blog candy post.
    Another New Year’s gol…trying not to get frustrated when the computer does not cooperatate!ReplyCancel

  • Val WJanuary 5, 2011 - 8:59 pm

    Thanks for the update. I wondered too if you were not well, or if you were super busy working on another new creation. Hope your computer problems smooth out soon for you. It took me a few days to adjust to the new “look” of your blog, but I’m liking it. Thanks for all the work you put into it, both “on the page”, and behind the scenes.ReplyCancel

  • Mary MeerdinkJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:00 pm

    I am so excited EVERTIME I go to your site.You have chosen to share with all of us addicts {nice ones} your many and diverse talents.Thank you so much for using the gifts that God gave you and letting us all reap the rewards.May He keep you in His care.ReplyCancel

  • LynnJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:03 pm

    I have only received the first one and this one – Is that right?ReplyCancel

  • Carrie ZJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:06 pm

    Thanks for listing I have ALL six words, Good Luck to ALL……ReplyCancel

  • FrancesJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:08 pm

    I only have three words!!!ReplyCancel

  • MarciaJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:09 pm

    Thanks BEcca

    I also will try to use a lot my stash of papers this year or give them a nice use!

    Hugs
    MarciaReplyCancel

  • LynnJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:10 pm

    Looks like I’m defeated before I get started good. lol I guess I thought I would be able to pick them up at any point instead of them going away. So much for guessing. hahaReplyCancel

  • Patsy BocookJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:13 pm

    You are one of the most awesome people in God’s creation. I just can’t find the words to say how I can feel your Christian spirit even though we’ve never met. You are very talented and are a blessing to so many.
    Yours in Christ,
    PatsyReplyCancel

  • Cindy LouJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:17 pm

    Well, I thought I was doing bad because I only had four words, then I was really happy because some had only two or so, then I saw someone had 6! I check it every couple of hours cause it doesn’t seem to change on my 12:01’s (I’m on EST) so now all I have to do is figure when Florida changed to a different time zone and I’ll have it down pat LOL. Oh well, it’s just fun playing along, I never win any way, but I like drooling over the prizes. I know, I am goofy, but I like to dream :) Have a great successful day tomorrow – everything will suddenly all fall into place – for a few minutes anyway lol.ReplyCancel

  • DebraJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:27 pm

    I’m confused about the time zone too .. I’ll see what it tells me after I post this and hopefully I can figure it out. I also thought I was supposed to post my comment on the original entry every day but I can’t get there, there’s nothing to tell me to go to older entries .. or am I just missing it … Funny cause it’s been a tough day for me too .. but thank heavens it’s soon over and on to a new one …ReplyCancel

  • D. IdetJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:33 pm

    Hopefully your day will go better.ReplyCancel

  • DWDJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:34 pm

    I have 6 words counting the one just given. I thought I had messed up somewhere. I have been checking twice a day. Hope you get the tekkies worked out. I sure don’t understand them.ReplyCancel

  • JeanJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:36 pm

    You gotta love it when it works but if it acts up it will drive you crazy.
    Thanks for the word.ReplyCancel

  • DawnJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:37 pm

    Oh my! This is my first time entering for blog candy. I guess I misunderstood. I only have 4 words. Live and learn. I love your cards! What a wonderful artist. My goal? More stamping! Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellJanuary 5, 2011 - 9:49 pm

    oops, I have 5, which one did I miss????ReplyCancel

  • MArtha NicholsonJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:08 pm

    I’m gonna try to keep my craft room cleaner. It’s gonna be a major undertaking. But I’m gonna try.ReplyCancel

  • MArtha NicholsonJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:09 pm

    I’ve only seen 4 words. That is all that has come through to my computer.ReplyCancel

  • MArtha NicholsonJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:11 pm

    I see that others have 4 words while some have 3 and some have 6. Becca which is right? Please make clear.ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:20 pm

    BECCA BECCA MY OTHER GOAL IS TO ORGANIZE MY TIME SO THAT
    I HAVE MORE FOR STAMPIING AND MAKING BEAUTIFUL CARDS.
    THANKS FOR THE WORD TODAY. OR WOULD THAT BE CALLED
    CHEATING. HEY, EVERYONE HAS A BAD DAY ONCE IN A WHILE
    MAYBE I WILL BE LUCKY THIS TIME.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:23 pm

    Becca,
    I have played your double play many times in the past, but this is the first time I have had so much trouble. I tried to return to post a comment everyday, but couldn’t get there. Is it me or is it your new programming. Well anyway, sounds like you are having enough problems on your end as well. Hate computer problems.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • Susan GJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:26 pm

    don’t feel bad…I totally sabotaged my whole blog, and have to go back in and add stuff individually back in. it totally sucks! LOL
    SusanReplyCancel

  • CarolynJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:36 pm

    Good luck with the glitches. I was able to access all 6 words, so something is going right. Hope the problem is fixed soon so you can get back to inspiring us! :) Another of my goals is to better manage my paper.ReplyCancel

  • scrappygirlJanuary 5, 2011 - 10:46 pm

    Don’t you just hate when things like this happen??? And it is always at the most inopportune time! JEESH!
    Anyway, heads up things will get better. Thanks again for a chance at the candy! I will keep my fingers crossed that you have no more glitches.ReplyCancel

  • Cindy KJanuary 5, 2011 - 11:30 pm

    Sorry to hear you are having problems. Hopefully they will take care of themselves soon and you can get back to what you are good at, creating those beautiful cards! They brighten my day!ReplyCancel

  • SusanJanuary 5, 2011 - 11:48 pm

    Hello Becca,

    looks like I have missed some words too I’m in Auss so I guess that makes sense,

    thanks for giving us the chance to win anyway, I always consider myself a winner just being able to see your beautiful creations

    Regards

    SusanReplyCancel

  • lizJanuary 6, 2011 - 12:09 am

    Im so glad your ok the word did show up right after I posted my post thanks for letting us know all is well with you . We really do care about you and I for one am so glad to know you as a Web -friend and hope that some day we can have a “meet Becca day”ReplyCancel

  • Deebi27January 6, 2011 - 12:36 am

    Don’t just love technology…when it on it is wonderful and have a problem creep up and you’re ready to throw out and try again. I was worried this after -noon after lunch when I couldn’t find the word, zoo glad you are well…
    HUGZ!ReplyCancel

  • Deebi27January 6, 2011 - 12:43 am

    Tomorrow WILL BE better darling! Not that I have a lock on that, but I do believe tomorrow is always better!ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie GJanuary 6, 2011 - 1:27 am

    Becca, my relationship with my computer is also a love/hate one!!! Sometimes I could just scream! Oh well, a better day is surely on the way. I’m enjoying the posts, writing the words all down and having a great time learning some new things. Hope you have a blessed day!ReplyCancel

  • MaryKayeJanuary 6, 2011 - 1:32 am

    Quote from one of my high school text books: ” We are not only the benificiaries but the victims of our own technology.” I was impressed enough back in 1969 to memorize that statement, and it has proven to be more and more true over the years! Keep telling yourself that it will get better…eventually.ReplyCancel

  • TexieJanuary 6, 2011 - 2:05 am

    Thank you again for being so sweet and keeping todays word up for 24 hours…Today I accomplished my goal of 30 minutes of organizing my craft room…I found so much stuff that I had actually forgotten that I had……So in a way, you saved me some money……LOL…..I now plan to use my NEW Found supplies and be ahead of the game…Love your blog…..
    God Bless you Becca
    Thank you again for writing your blog and sharing your wonderful cards and projects…One more thing……I know a lot of people don’t really like to write instructions for their projects….Thank you for doing the instructions, tutorials and videos….We truly appreciate them and you….
    TexieReplyCancel

  • MaryannJanuary 6, 2011 - 2:05 am

    Well the tecnologi sure is funny sometimes. This time, I haven´t had any problems at ll, what I read others have had, and I´ve been able to go in twice a day to get the words and aaalso got this last one here on yout blog, so I have all 6 of them, and I´m one of them, who use to have problems accessing , but this time, there hasn´t been any problems sofar, so I better knock under the table now LOL.
    Hope things will be sorted out for you, as it´s really devastating, when computers play up. Another goal might be to get better to use and understand them LOL.
    Have a wonderful dayReplyCancel

  • Nancy HitchcockJanuary 6, 2011 - 2:15 am

    technology is just a tool. a handy one when it works; not so handy when it not works. my craft goals are to be more prepared. today made 5 crds, that’s more than yesterday and right on target for this new year. just one a day will get me to my 2011 goal of 31 per month. Enjoy your work, Becca, wherever it takes you! and thanks for your encouraging blog.ReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKJanuary 6, 2011 - 4:32 am

    You’re just amazing in so many ways Becca….even finding ways to get around the glitches. Well done Becca.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • TrishJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:08 am

    Hi Becca Technology is a wonderful thing when it works. Thanks for the word and hope you get things worked out soon.
    Hugs Trish.ReplyCancel

  • JaneyJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:43 am

    Thank you for being so gracious with us as usual, Becca! The technical cliches have to be frustrating. However, I am grateful for all this new technology that gives me the ability to connect with you.

    HugsReplyCancel

  • Cally YatesJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:13 am

    Hi Becca
    So pleased it was just a technical hitch.
    I stayed up until 11pm, that is the time the new word posting, of known, came through across the Pond in Blighty.
    As this is my first attempt at this sort of thing, I wondered if the delay was part of the game.
    Hugs
    Cally xReplyCancel

  • Ginny K.January 6, 2011 - 7:31 am

    Becca,
    I am amazed at people who can do any type of web site and to be able to do the tutorials that you do and never falter, simply skillful. Don’t worry about the computer glitch with the double play words we all understand what computers are like!
    ~Ginny~ReplyCancel

  • wustazJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:50 am

    I am so technologically challenged it’s sad really. my kids just look at me and shake their heads. if I wan’t anything done I give it to my son and he has it done for me in about 2 secondsReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:51 am

    Computers. You can’t live without them and sometimes you can’t live with them. Don’t worry, we are all here for you.ReplyCancel

  • Barbara in SCJanuary 6, 2011 - 7:58 am

    Thanks for the freebie Becca! We’ll be waiting anxiously for the next one to pop up.
    Hugs, Barbara in SCReplyCancel

  • CledithJanuary 6, 2011 - 8:49 am

    Wow. What more can anyone say about your site?
    CledithReplyCancel

  • GeorgiaJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:01 am

    You website is wonderful, technology is another thing, when it works it works, when it doesn’t it is a pain. Hope that 2011 is great for you, keep up the good work.ReplyCancel

  • Bert RiveraJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:19 am

    Your have me confused on double play instructions. Thurs. is 1/6/11 and Fri. is 1/7/11.ReplyCancel

  • MArtha NicholsonJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:30 am

    My goal is actually inprove my style.ReplyCancel

  • MaeJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:32 am

    I hope this is where we comment, I am confused but that doesn’t take much to happen lol
    I love the heart and can’t wait to try it!ReplyCancel

  • MarieJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:58 am

    Hello Becca,

    Don’t worry. Things like this just happen from time to time.

    Many thanks for todays word xxReplyCancel

  • Donna BJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:43 am

    Hi Becca
    I love your site, you have given me so many great ideas. Thank you for your talent and sharing with others.
    Hugs
    DonnaReplyCancel

  • Betty GoodsonJanuary 6, 2011 - 10:58 am

    I had the freebie word, but just couldn’t get some others, I have a total of three, but I like reading the other comments and seeing what new pretty you’ve created, anyway.ReplyCancel

  • dolores from NMJanuary 6, 2011 - 12:30 pm

    Thank for the free word.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:51 pm

    Soon everything will be working well with this new blog…ReplyCancel

  • Debby WaltersJanuary 6, 2011 - 5:57 pm

    I love the card you made today with the prima paper. It is drop dead gorgeous…….and yes, I do love your new site….now that I can post comments once again…heheheeReplyCancel

  • Leah RenfroJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:20 pm

    Yet another absolutely amazing card. This one is my fav for this year. lol Glad there have only been a few. I KNOW it will get so much harder to decide.ReplyCancel

  • ColoradoJanuary 6, 2011 - 6:43 pm

    Wow… we’re all having technical difficulties! LOL!! Our internet service was out for 48 hours so that totally wiped out my chances on the double play. Oh well, I never win anything anyway. Have fun everyone!!ReplyCancel

  • Deebi27January 6, 2011 - 8:19 pm

    Sure hope today was better for you Becca. You are a trooper plus!
    Hugz, Debbie/Deebi27ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJanuary 6, 2011 - 9:50 pm

    BECCA BECCA WE WOULDN’T LIKE THIS WORLD IF EVERY DAY WAS
    PERFECT. I KNOW I WOULDN’T THIS WAS ONE DIFFERENT CARD
    BUT BEAUTIFUL.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • MArtha NicholsonJanuary 7, 2011 - 12:00 am

    Okay I have a great one for 2011. I’m gonna try to understand what is going on with this blog candy. Everyone is so mixed up. I have 4 words. How many are there for real?ReplyCancel

  • DWDJanuary 7, 2011 - 12:06 am

    Totally love the papers you used on this card today!!! I would hoard it too. LOL I like the tea dyed look of the roses. You are so creative and make perfect cards.ReplyCancel

  • NancyJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:21 am

    Love the latest card and I’m sure you’ll get all straighten out soon. In the meantime I’m still planning more goals for 2011 to post. :)ReplyCancel

  • Tricia JonesJanuary 7, 2011 - 5:39 pm

    Well you have me beat, the last word I have been able to find is Known.

    Tricia6653ReplyCancel
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