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Happy Monday friends!  It will be a busy week with sporadic posting from me but I wanted to share a JustRite card with you this morning.   I picked some wintry, cool colors, snow flakes and lots of framing to showcase another of the adorable JustRite Christmas sets, this one is called Christmas Joy Borders and Centers Oval Set. 

I started out by cutting Spellbinders Labels Eight and cut two additional dies from white to use as a tiny layer – they are the same size as my blue Labels Eight panel however they are offset a little bit so that you can see the white.  On top of that I layered the Spellbinders Snowflake Frameabilities with the small frame from Spellbinders Poinsettia Frameabilities centered on top of that layer.    That gives me a good area to  put my JustRite layers which are cut using Spellbinders Classic Ovals Large.   A cinched bow topped with K&Co Snowflakes and pearls finishes it all.   Rare for me, but I decorated the inside as well :)

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  JustRite Christmas Joy Borders and Centers Oval Set
Paper:  Little Yellow Bicycle, Heidi Grace, The Paper Company, Bazzill
Ink:  SU Bordering Blue
Accessories:  Spellbinders Labels Eight, Spellbinders Poinsettia Frameabilities, Spellbinders Snowflake Frameabilties, Spellbinders Classic Ovals Large, Ribbon, K&Co Snowflake embellishments, pearls

JustRite Tip:  Not sure where to start?  This week I’ve received several emails asking advice on what sets to start with for JustRite.  There are so many good sets, it just depends on what you like to stamp and my feeling is that you are always safe to start with Monograms.  Be sure to check out THIS guide on the JustRite Stampers site that addresses where to get started and how to build a basic set of JustRite stamps.

Spellbinders Tip:  Several of you have emailed me about tips and techniques for cutting with Spellbinders.   Pendant dies are quite intricate and I’ve found it helpful to rub the die template with wax paper before cutting – it helps the die pop out.  Someone recently said to cut the wax paper and leave it in place so that you have a waxy base on your die – the paper is so thin that it’s no problem.  With different conditions like humidity and paper thickness, if you find that your intricate die did not cut on the first pass, rotate the die 90 degrees and run through your die cut machine again.  As these become mainstay tools I’m amazed at the tips that other Spellbinder users are coming up with – be sure you check out the Spellbinders Blog and search threads on Splitcoaststampers.

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  • Jerri KayAugust 31, 2009 - 9:42 am

    It’s gorgeous Becca, love the soft blue shades, the embossing, all the wonderful accents . . . positively gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • Samara JosephAugust 31, 2009 - 9:51 am

    Beautiful card! As all of yours are. I had the pleasure to meet you at CHA. We had a great conversation. Unfortunately, I lost the email address you provided me with. I’d love to include you as a follower on my blog. Take a look and if you like what you see, please join. I’d be honored.ReplyCancel

  • Roberta NoddinAugust 31, 2009 - 9:55 am

    Hi Becca, You are so talent for your favorite bows. It is so lovely Thank you for sharing Enjoying your DayReplyCancel

  • KathyAugust 31, 2009 - 9:59 am

    Simply GORGEOUS!ReplyCancel

  • Grace NyweningAugust 31, 2009 - 10:01 am

    Absolutely stunning Becca, as always! Great tips too! Thanks so much!ReplyCancel

  • chapelierAugust 31, 2009 - 10:25 am

    magnifiqueReplyCancel

  • LouiseAugust 31, 2009 - 10:33 am

    Wow, it’s beautiful (as usual!!!)
    Louise xReplyCancel

  • Cindy HaffnerAugust 31, 2009 - 10:56 am

    Truly stunning Becca!!!ReplyCancel

  • cazzyAugust 31, 2009 - 11:26 am

    Wow Becca, that is gorgeous. I won the blog hop and I am looking forward to trying my Just Rite stamps, also I will be able to buy more over here in the U.K.

    Cazzy xReplyCancel

  • Sue a/k/a MOUSEMOM40August 31, 2009 - 12:37 pm

    Oooh I love those beautiful blues! This card is absolutely beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Karen WAugust 31, 2009 - 12:50 pm

    Wow, it’s gorgeous, I just ordered snowflakes and the frame, now I can’t wait to get them!!! Thanks for the ideas.ReplyCancel

  • KarenAugust 31, 2009 - 12:56 pm

    This card is breathtaking!!! Love the colors and design. Thanks soooo much for the great tip using intricate spellbinder dies. I was having a hard time with one of the new ones and this should help a lot….will give it a try.ReplyCancel

  • RhondaAugust 31, 2009 - 1:07 pm

    Becca,
    I love your cards! I do wonder how everyone mails these cards with so many layers and bows. What do you do? Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • MelanieAugust 31, 2009 - 1:11 pm

    Becca, you are the most talented cardmaker I have seen! Thank you for sharing your ideas with the rest of the world!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterAugust 31, 2009 - 1:47 pm

    so pretty, lovely papers, like the snowflake with the bow!ReplyCancel

  • DianeAugust 31, 2009 - 3:07 pm

    Becca,
    Beautiful winter card. I love all the shades of blue.
    Way to rock all those spellbinder dies!!!!!

    Have a great week,
    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Regina NAugust 31, 2009 - 3:08 pm

    Beautiful! Beautiful! I love the papers.ReplyCancel

  • MrsHAugust 31, 2009 - 3:18 pm

    Good evening, Becca- a truly stunning presentation. I love the crispness of the colours; makes it truly magical.ReplyCancel

  • Kay McBrideAugust 31, 2009 - 3:51 pm

    love the layers and the inside too. its a beautiful card.
    hugs to youReplyCancel

  • Beth NormanAugust 31, 2009 - 3:57 pm

    Thawk! Ouch, just hit my nose when I got close to the screen. This one is a beautiful. All of your work is, but this one really jumps right out at me. You are so blessed with talent, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Lynnor aka icensheba on SCSAugust 31, 2009 - 4:50 pm

    Oooooh, this is a beauty!!!! Love all the dimension and hte frosty colors!!!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisAugust 31, 2009 - 5:08 pm

    Stunning card Becca, I love the composition and the beautiful colors chosen. Thanks for the links. As always TFS!!!ReplyCancel

  • ToshAugust 31, 2009 - 5:20 pm

    Gorgeous Becca!! I LOVE the soft blues and white combo with all the fabulous shapes, sparkle and embossing!!ReplyCancel

  • Patricia GessnerAugust 31, 2009 - 5:43 pm

    Becca, this is a beautiful card!!!! It is wonderful!!!ReplyCancel

  • SandraAugust 31, 2009 - 8:24 pm

    thanks for the tips! Beautiful as always!
    SandraReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)August 31, 2009 - 11:13 pm

    Becca,

    The detail on this card is amazing! Absolutely gorgeous. I rarely decorate the inside of a card either, but it looks pretty, I may have to start doing that.

    Hugs,

    Lisa AthaReplyCancel

  • Denise (peanutbee)September 1, 2009 - 7:20 pm

    BREATHTAKING!!! Love the shades of blue and the big sparkly snowflakes!ReplyCancel

  • CandySeptember 1, 2009 - 10:15 pm

    WOW Becca!! You continue to surprise me with your awesome talent.
    This card is just awesome!! Beautiful and sentimental – with another of your gorgeous bows.
    LOVE IT!
    Hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • CarlaSeptember 2, 2009 - 6:54 pm

    Absolutely beautiful. I really admire how creative your mind works! Your designs are really something Becca. I start every day just checking in just because I need a good “gasp”… and inevitably keep changing my favorite. 8)

    Keep up the beautiful work. So inspiring.

    Thanks,
    Carla.ReplyCancel

  • CindySeptember 2, 2009 - 9:15 pm

    Beautiful Card! I love to check your site every day and share with my little Sis in NY. Thank you for sharing.
    CindyReplyCancel

  • SHARLENESeptember 3, 2009 - 7:28 am

    YOUR CARDS ARE ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS. I CHECK YOUR BLOG AT LEAST 5 TIMES A DAY, AS I CAN’T WAIT TO SEE WHAT YOU CAME UP WITH ON YOUR NEXT CARD. I WANT TO MAKE THEM ALL. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK. YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION TO SO MANY PEOPLE. THANK YOU.ReplyCancel

  • AnnSSeptember 3, 2009 - 8:04 am

    This card is gorgeous. Even though it’s 80 degrees here, I’m getting that holiday feeling.
    AnnSReplyCancel

  • Darlene GabrielSeptember 4, 2009 - 11:04 am

    This is gorgeous. I love all the details you put into your cards. The colours on this are so soft and elegant – I love blue and white together. The way you can layer all the different shapes and sizes of dies continues to amaze me – I’m always gathering insight from you. I also love the way you finished the inside of the card. This is something I’ve been trying to remember to do for the past few months now. I love the way it ties it all together.ReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanSeptember 5, 2009 - 11:42 am

    So beautiful! I just love your work. The colors and details are wonderful.
    Can’t say enough about all your designs.ReplyCancel

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While I was in the Christmas mood and had festive stuff on my work table I thought I’d work up these Holly Berry House Christmas Bells.  Stampers Dream has quite a few different bells in stock and the one I chose to work on is called Holly Bell.  They come as one stamp, with assembly instructions,  that you simply stamp 5 times, cut out and glue on the tabs.   So you’re wondering if it was easy?  Yes, this was just the task I needed to work on this weekend . . . stamp, cut, assemble.

I experimented around with different papers and coloring methods and to my delight found that you can go any way you want to.  For these I embossed with gold on 140lb watercolor paper and colored in the holly with my Tombow Markers.   After cutting and gluing I put a ribbon through the top of the bell and a jingle bell inside.  I think these will be perfect for a Christmas tree and you can color them to match any theme. I’ll be making more of these :)  the instruction sheet shows that if you don’t care for the square look, you can assemble these same panels for a round bell!

The poinsettia on top is another Holly Berry House stamp – Persnickety Poinsettia Medallion Medium.   It’s one stamp that is cut out four times – each time it’s cut you lop off a set of outer leaves and it makes it perfect for stacking.   I embossed with gold on a dark red velvet paper, and cut out my four layers.   I mounted two of the cut outs behind the bow and two in front. 

Recipe:
Stamps:  Holly Berry House Originals – Holly Bell, Persnickety Poinsettia Medallion Medium
Paper:  140lb Strathmore Watercolor Paper
Ink:  Versamark and Gold Embossing Powder
Accessories:  Tombow Markers, Aquapainter, Ribbon

Weekend, what weekend, right?!!!?  I hope yours was fabulous.  It has been so busy with my daughter starting college.  I have a feeling it will be another week before we’re all back in the groove :)

 

 

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  • CarolenAugust 30, 2009 - 4:36 pm

    Speechless!ReplyCancel

  • NancySAugust 30, 2009 - 4:48 pm

    These are SO BEAUTIFUL, Becca. WOW, we never know what to expect from you…but it’s always gorgeous. Love it. TFS.ReplyCancel

  • BettyAugust 30, 2009 - 4:51 pm

    Oh, my!!!! I do not know where to start, Becca!!! Absolutely gorgeous!!! WOW!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Carol WestAugust 30, 2009 - 4:59 pm

    I love these Becca. They are fantastic. Now I’ll have to make some for the kids for their tree this year. Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • PatMAugust 30, 2009 - 4:59 pm

    Becca, You inspire so many folks and I LOVE your work. Yesterday your JustRite Christmas Joy was beautiful and you moved me to do more investigating into Just Rite stamps. I am finding most of the layouts and designs are beyond the basics and I’m a little confused about where to start. When I checked the shelf at a store, I was even more confused because of the different sizes. Would you please give me some hints about where does a beginner start? I love what I see and I’m ready…just need lots of HELP!ReplyCancel

  • myAugust 30, 2009 - 5:50 pm

    Hi Becca,

    They are gorgeous!!! As soon as I saw what you made, I had to go to the website and immediately bought 2 bells and the snowflake medallion too. Thanks for introducing them to us! I always look forward to your postsReplyCancel

  • Michelle RAugust 30, 2009 - 6:14 pm

    I have to tell you I’m VERY impressed with these! I knew I liked them from looking at the stamp…but seeing what you’ve done with them is just AWESOME! There are over the top, Becca! Fabulous work, my friend!ReplyCancel

  • Brenda A.August 30, 2009 - 6:21 pm

    These stamps are going to be added to my wish list. You always do an amazing job on anything you touch.ReplyCancel

  • Denise @ Paper GemsAugust 30, 2009 - 7:17 pm

    Everything you do is SO inspirational to me! I just love dropping by to LEARN from you!

    Although my “style” is different from you, I’m able to expand my focus with “colored” embossing powders, learn to “fold” my spellbinders, and now I make “big” bows on my new projects as I was always kinda “shy” about put ’em out there! Thank you for posting all your lovely creations for all to SEE!

    .P.S. bought some “Holly Berry” stamps because of you!

    Denise :)

    http://PaperGemsStudio.blogspot.comReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisAugust 30, 2009 - 7:30 pm

    Just beautiful Becca. You always make everything look so effortless. I so appreciate you explaining it to us, and thanks for the link on where to find them. TFS!!!ReplyCancel

  • Brenda MartinAugust 30, 2009 - 7:33 pm

    OMG………STUNNING…………your tombow colouring is fabulous…. These are absolutely marvelous decorations.ReplyCancel

  • Denise (peanutbee)August 30, 2009 - 9:12 pm

    Wow, Becca!!…your watercoloring on this is beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Denise @ Paper GemsAugust 30, 2009 - 9:16 pm

    Becca,

    Love to see your creations as I LEARN so MUCH from you!

    I purchased the “Holly Berry” medallion stamps because your creations have inspired me to layer with them…and now I want ALL the Spellbinders seeing what YOU do with them!

    Kinda cool..this week both you and I made “Card of the Week” Shout it out list! :)

    …my next creations are incorporating LARGE bows because of you!…not “shy” anymore with petite bows!

    DeniseReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)August 31, 2009 - 12:04 am

    Becca,

    These are fabulous!

    Hugs,

    Lisa AthaReplyCancel

  • Bev J.August 31, 2009 - 3:57 am

    What a beautiful and unusual project-great work. tfsReplyCancel

  • Tammy HowellAugust 31, 2009 - 4:02 am

    These are so pretty. What a unique idea!ReplyCancel

  • JoyAugust 31, 2009 - 4:45 am

    Brilliant!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterAugust 31, 2009 - 7:19 am

    so pretty, your going to be all set for Christmas :)ReplyCancel

  • ChristyAugust 31, 2009 - 9:34 am

    Gosh!! I sure would love to be on your holiday card list ;)
    They are gifts in them self’s .ReplyCancel

  • Jerri KayAugust 31, 2009 - 9:39 am

    Oh my gosh, this is so beautiful Becca! I’ve been dying to try one of these bells, I think you’ve pushed me over the edge! Absolutely gorgeous girl@ReplyCancel

  • MargAugust 31, 2009 - 11:04 am

    These are just beautiful and so festive!ReplyCancel

  • MrsHAugust 31, 2009 - 3:26 pm

    Good evening, Becca- these are beautiful. I have the poinsettia medallion stamp too,but haven’t used it for years- it is lovely. I actually have quite a few of the Holly Berry House medallion stamps but rarely use them- must have another try.ReplyCancel

  • Patti JoAugust 31, 2009 - 5:16 pm

    You sure brought the inspiration out with these! I love the Holly Berry House stamps, but have moved on to other things. After seeing your Christmas Bells, I certainly see I will need to add to that collection!
    Thank you for sharing your artwork! Beautiful!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Patti JoAugust 31, 2009 - 5:39 pm

    These are gorgeous Becca! Have used the Holly Berry House stamps before but moved on to other things. With your inspiration will need to add at least one of these to the collection! Thank you for sharing your works of art!ReplyCancel

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Today I’m sharing a card using the newly released JustRite Christmas Joy Borders and Centers Set.  In case you didn’t make it to the Blog Hop back on August 17th, JustRite released six new Christmas sets in preparation for the upcoming holiday season.  I just love the small ovals and the fact that Spellbinders Classic Ovals Large fits them perfectly is a bonus!

I was looking for a country feel here so I opted for my Basic Grey Wassail paper and some darkish colors.  I had some gingham ribbon that fit the mood as well.  I colored my center with Copic Markers and darkend the oval up with some Antique Linen distress Ink and a little bit of Vintage Photo Distress Ink.   The border was stamped with Versafine Sepia and distressed in the same way.  For that cute little ruffle, I just took a piece of 1 1/2" wide wired ribbon, folded it in half and pulled on the wires to gather it.  Using Zip Dry Glue, I secured the ruffle to another oval and popped up my border and Joy sentiment centered over the ruffle.   I mounted the whole ruffled medallion on a Spellbinder Fleur de Lis Pendant. 

Did you notice that my brads match the ribbon perfectly?  Tis no coincidence!   One of my friends lent me her new I-Topper tool from Imaginisce.  It’s a tool that lets you make brads in three different sizes out of a variety of pliable materials.  I used cut up pieces of my ribbon and was surprised how quickly I had these done.  The I-Topper lets you make brads in three different sizes and this is the smallest of the three.  If you haven’t seen it before, just click on the small thumbnail below and Vanna my friend Debbie Olsen is showing one off (at CHA).   

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  Justrite Christmas Joy Borders and Centers Set
Paper:  Basic Grey Wassail, 140lb Strathmore Watercolor Paper
Ink:  Memento Black Tuxedo, Versafine Sepia, Antique Linen Distress Ink, Vintage Photo Distress Ink
Accessories:  Spellbinders Classic Ovals Large, Spellbinders Fleur de Lis Pendant,  I-Topper, Ribbon, Zip Dry Glue

Thanks for stopping by!  As we head into the end of the week be good to yourself :)

 

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  • Denise (peanutbee)August 28, 2009 - 6:33 am

    Oh my gosh, I LOOOOOVE that ruffled gingham….and the matchy-matchy brads….OVER THE TOP! Love it!ReplyCancel

  • SMKAugust 28, 2009 - 6:49 am

    this is simply lovely… has a old world country charm to it :D so cute and I looove that wonderful ribbon!!ReplyCancel

  • BeckyAugust 28, 2009 - 6:53 am

    Becca, your cards are just beautiful! I love your colors on this card – you are such an inspiration! Your style is very clean, neat, and beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkAugust 28, 2009 - 6:55 am

    You never cease to amaze me! Stunning as always. TFS.ReplyCancel

  • Michelle RAugust 28, 2009 - 7:06 am

    Girl, those matching brads and ruffled gingham are awesome! Love your card AND the i-Top tool! And that picture of Debbie is priceless!!! :-)ReplyCancel

  • NorineAugust 28, 2009 - 7:17 am

    another beautiful card love the brads and matching ribbon
    Hugs
    NorineReplyCancel

  • Linda B.August 28, 2009 - 7:42 am

    Very lovely card Becca. Thank you for sharing another wonderful creation with us.ReplyCancel

  • Susan GAugust 28, 2009 - 7:44 am

    Love the country feel of this card. I love gingham on anything, and this gathered piece just makes the card.ReplyCancel

  • Silke LedlowAugust 28, 2009 - 8:25 am

    Love this card – Becca!!! It does have that wonderful country look!!! The new JR images are fabo!!! Have a wonderful weekend!!! Hugs ~S~ReplyCancel

  • DianeAugust 28, 2009 - 8:36 am

    OHHHH BECCA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Thats beautiful. I LOVE how you used the gingham. I’m such a country girl. ; )

    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Linda EAugust 28, 2009 - 8:54 am

    Beautiful card, Becca! I love the pendant and the matching bradsReplyCancel

  • Kim KramerAugust 28, 2009 - 9:12 am

    Ohhh! The gingham is soooo beautiful! You are such and inspiration to say the least, Becca! My favorite thing about opening your posts, is I know it will be something different everytime, yet still AMAZING! :-)ReplyCancel

  • Heather WoodsAugust 28, 2009 - 9:22 am

    I just love the country feel of this card Becca. Looking forward to buying that tool when I visit the States in a short while.tfs.
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • Bev J.August 28, 2009 - 9:29 am

    Your card is just wonderful-love it all, especially the colors and your ribbon and brad treatment. tfsReplyCancel

  • DebbieAugust 28, 2009 - 10:27 am

    Not only a country feel, your card also has a sort of vintage vibe – beautiful, as all of your creations are!ReplyCancel

  • ToshAugust 28, 2009 - 1:55 pm

    This is gorgeous Becca!! I adore your ribbon framing! And your brads…fabulous!!ReplyCancel

  • cazzyAugust 28, 2009 - 2:43 pm

    That is perfect.

    Cazzy xReplyCancel

  • MrsHAugust 28, 2009 - 3:11 pm

    Good evening. Becca. Oh my, this is so lovely, words fail me.ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisAugust 28, 2009 - 4:31 pm

    I think you hit the country feel right on. Your card is beautiful so nostalgic looking and those brads look amazing. TFS!!!ReplyCancel

  • SuziAugust 28, 2009 - 4:48 pm

    Love the gingham, even with stripes and prints! A year ago that would have made me cringe! This ol’ dog is learnin’! TFS!ReplyCancel

  • Cindy HaffnerAugust 28, 2009 - 6:33 pm

    Pretty, pretty Becca, I love your brads and ribbon.ReplyCancel

  • Lynnor aka icensheba on SCSAugust 28, 2009 - 7:10 pm

    Just love the pretty gihgham ribbon and brads!!! Beautiful county feel!!ReplyCancel

  • PeggyAugust 28, 2009 - 7:50 pm

    You nailed the “country feel” 100%! Beautiful card Becca and I love the gingham ruffle and brads!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)August 28, 2009 - 9:41 pm

    Becca,

    So traditional and elegant, it is absolutely gorgeous.

    Hugs,

    Lisa AthaReplyCancel

  • Kerry D-CAugust 28, 2009 - 10:02 pm

    aw shoot, Becca! I can’t afford to come to your blog! Between all the cool spellbinders stuff and now a brad maker….I am going to be broke! And probably divorced too! LOL! This is gorgeous!!! Love this country look!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterAugust 29, 2009 - 8:47 am

    So pretty, just love the ruffle framing and how neat to be able to match the brads to it!ReplyCancel

  • ElsaAugust 29, 2009 - 11:42 pm

    Hello
    This nice card thank you very much for sharing.
    GreetingsReplyCancel

  • Sharon (notimetostamp)August 30, 2009 - 4:53 am

    This is just darling! LOVE that ruffled ribbon treatment!!!ReplyCancel

  • ZuzanaAugust 30, 2009 - 1:27 pm

    Beautiful card…:)ReplyCancel

  • PaulaAugust 30, 2009 - 3:10 pm

    Dang girl, this is sooo cute!ReplyCancel

  • Kay McBrideAugust 31, 2009 - 3:49 pm

    i really like the oval ruffel and matching brads
    hugs to youReplyCancel
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