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Flourishes Daffodil
Flowers Flowers Everywhere!!

It is time for Flourishes Timeless Tuesday Challenge!!!!  Thanks so much for all who played along with us last week.  This week Dee Jackson is hosting the Timeless Tuesday Challenge.  She is challenging us to use flowers! Whether they are stamped, silk, real, punched, fabric, dried, crocheted, or clear, if it looks like a flower it is a flower!!!

My card uses one of the newly released Flourishes sets Signs of Spring.  The daffodil is a pleasure to color up.  Because the petals are so perfectly spaced out, I chose to stack them up in a tole like fashion to add some depth.  To me, this is one of the easiest ways to give interest to a focal piece and if you goof on part of your image, this is the one of the best ways I’ve found to salvage parts of it.  The sweetest little sentiment in the same set is the one chose to highlight with the daffodil.

Flourishes Daffodil 2

To make the card I cut a bordered panel using the Martha Stewart edger that looks like a picket fence.  Tip: Keep your eyes peeled for a tutorial next week on how to punch these in a perfect square and make the corners come out looking very neat. On top of this panel I layered a medallion cut with an Incire template.  I’ve had these in my stash forever and have played around with them, but this is the first time I’ve used them on a finished piece. (I haven’t been able to find a good website to show these, but if you google them, many other examples will come up.)  Then I watercolored three of these gorgeous daffodil and cut them out.  The bottom daffodil is the complete flower.  The second daffodil is three of the petals and the center of the flower.  The top daffodil is just the center of the flower.  These are all stacked on a circle cut with my Spellbinders Standard Circles Large that I watercolored blue.  To finish I stamped the sentiment on Spellbinders Tag 5 and added ribbon and pearls.

Okay, I confess, I’m so ready for spring!!

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  Flourishes – Signs of Spring
Paper:  K & Co – Que Sera, The Paper Company – Blonde Columns, 140lb Strathmore Watercolor Paper
Ink:  SU More Mustard, SU So Saffron, SU Ballet Blue, Black Brilliance
Accessories:  Incire Lace Template #16, Martha Stewart Edger, Spellbinders Classic Circle Large, Spellbinders Tag 5, Black Embossing, Powder,  Ecru Cording, Pearls

P.S.  Thanks for all the kind words about my wonderful hubby.  You’re right, he’s a keeper *wink*!

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  • Charlene R.February 17, 2009 - 1:23 am

    Not surprised! Another beautiful card. I’m going to have to get one of those templates. Keep them coming, I enjoy your work.ReplyCancel

  • JennyFebruary 17, 2009 - 4:24 am

    Absolutely beautiful. I do love your use of wide satin ribbon and have actually bought myself some…no more thin, scared to be bold, ribbon for me.
    Thanks once again for your God given inspiration.
    J. xxxReplyCancel

  • ElisaFebruary 17, 2009 - 4:37 am

    This is such a beautiful card Becca. Not surprised… like Charlene said. I love the way you stacked the daffodils. And the colors you chose! I am going to look forward to your tutorial to learn how to make those perfectly square corners with the edger. I check my gmail everyday for your cards! I am trying to make one for my son in college who loves music. I just got the rock and roll stamps by Inkandinkado and I am trying to figure out what to do! I am going to check your gallery for inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • Beth NormanFebruary 17, 2009 - 4:47 am

    Oh my goodness, this is just beautiful!! The punch system you used to do the scallop around the flower really makes this card pop. As always, I love your work!ReplyCancel

  • DebiFebruary 17, 2009 - 4:56 am

    Whoa! I have tried cutting these out by hand and they just don’t come out very smooth…great job. Love the colors you used together, one of my favorites, looking up and seeing ‘blue skies with the Son looking down on us!’ God is very good to us.ReplyCancel

  • SueBFebruary 17, 2009 - 5:41 am

    The Amazin’ Becca strikes again! Beautious – TFS!ReplyCancel

  • Joan FrickerFebruary 17, 2009 - 5:44 am

    Becca, this is a beautiful spring card. I love the colors and how you stacked the flowers. Great job!

    JoanReplyCancel

  • CynthiaFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:02 am

    You have done it again. Wow! If I lived 100 years I could not do one card with this much imagination. LOVE IT! The fence was pure 100 imagination.ReplyCancel

  • CherylQuiltsFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:10 am

    Your creations are absolutely knock-me-off-my-chair gorgeous…every day! You’re amazing…thanks for your inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • KarenFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:14 am

    Beautiful. I love the layers of flower.ReplyCancel

  • PeggyFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:27 am

    Absolutely beautiful card!ReplyCancel

  • DianeFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:27 am

    Becca,
    Okay. First, I to am ready for spring!!!
    And most importantly the card is stunning.
    Really looking forward to another of your wonderful tutorials.

    Have a GREAT day my friend.

    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • NorineFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:36 am

    another nice card love what you have done with the fence punch You are the queen of punches that so sure
    Hugs
    NorineReplyCancel

  • DeniseFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:41 am

    I am completely intrigued by your cut out with an Incire template. What a stunning boarder that makes to your georgous daffodil. I hope you will share that process in a little more detail – Absolutely breathtaking! You do amazing work!!!ReplyCancel

  • Debbie from Buffalo, NYFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:51 am

    Greetings from Buffalo, NY! Becca, I love looking at your creations every day! This card is outstanding…you are so inspiring! I’m looking forward to the tutorial on creating the picket fence punch border. Thanks for sharing! DebbieReplyCancel

  • dianeFebruary 17, 2009 - 7:11 am

    Absolutely awesome card. Gotta go check out that Incire template! beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • RitaFebruary 17, 2009 - 7:40 am

    Your creations – and especially this one – take my breath away! When I grow up, I want to be as creative as you! TFS RitaReplyCancel

  • Bev J.February 17, 2009 - 7:56 am

    Beautiful! Love the medallion and the picket fence punch-neat! rfsReplyCancel

  • Jamie W.February 17, 2009 - 7:57 am

    Oh my, beautiful! And I love the picket fencing border. Every day I see you show up in my inbox I think “ooooooh, I wonder kind of a border or medallion Becca will be showing today!”. Many thanks.ReplyCancel

  • WillowFebruary 17, 2009 - 8:15 am

    This card simply takes my breath away with its beauty!! It is hard to find just the right words for how it makes me feel to look at it…I am truly inspired!! Thanks so much for sharing your creative spirit!!!ReplyCancel

  • Debbie PeysenFebruary 17, 2009 - 8:17 am

    I love the card. Your use of the picket fence blew me away. I would have never thought of that but thanks to you now I will.

    Thanks for sharing your talent.

    God Bless
    debbie PReplyCancel

  • GigiFebruary 17, 2009 - 8:29 am

    Stunning!ReplyCancel

  • JenniferFebruary 17, 2009 - 8:46 am

    Couldn’t be prettier or more more elegant or more stunning or more imaginative or more perfect!!!

    JenniferReplyCancel

  • MarianneFebruary 17, 2009 - 8:46 am

    Thank you so much for sharing your absolutely beautiful cards! You are so creative and a great inspiration to all of us!ReplyCancel

  • BettyFebruary 17, 2009 - 9:00 am

    Becca, this is absolutely gorgeous!!!!! From the coloring, to the punched frame detailing, and everything in the middle. GORGEOUS!!! Blessings to you!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • freidaFebruary 17, 2009 - 9:00 am

    WOW! How gorgeous! Stacking the daffodil is genius! This is so stunning! You are truly an inspiration to us all…in more ways than one! TFS

    Hugs~ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterFebruary 17, 2009 - 9:01 am

    Oh wow stunning, the framing for your flower is Beautiful, reminds me of sunflowers!ReplyCancel

  • Silke LedlowFebruary 17, 2009 - 9:18 am

    FABULOUS CARD – Becca!!! I love the punched frame and the how you layered the daffodil!!! You are rockin’ my world with youe fab creations!!! Hugs ~S~ReplyCancel

  • Jerri KayFebruary 17, 2009 - 9:25 am

    It’s so beautiful Becca, I love the medallion!ReplyCancel

  • neenieFebruary 17, 2009 - 9:30 am

    Beautiful and makes me also ready for Spring!!! I found a site for the Incire template : dandeeimages.com . Was this quite tedious to cut out??? Could you use the Wizard or Cuttlebug? You stimulate my creative juices!!!ReplyCancel

  • Shelly SchmidtFebruary 17, 2009 - 10:10 am

    What a beauty- this card is just gorgeous! The colors are fabulous, and the layering really adds to the overall beauty of this card- WOW!!! I love your colors together as well. Thanks for sharing your talent!!! Every post is such a treat!ReplyCancel

  • JanineFebruary 17, 2009 - 10:17 am

    LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Cindy HaffnerFebruary 17, 2009 - 11:57 am

    Wow-zers girl.ReplyCancel

  • Dee jacksonFebruary 17, 2009 - 12:20 pm

    Wow!! I love the frame! You are so creative!! this is gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • Deb ZachrichFebruary 17, 2009 - 12:40 pm

    WOW! Becca, your talent is AMAZING!ReplyCancel

  • Stephanie HargisFebruary 17, 2009 - 3:23 pm

    This is absolutely beautiful Becca! I always love the elegance of your cards! Thank you so much for always sharing them with us! :DReplyCancel

  • MrsHFebruary 17, 2009 - 3:48 pm

    Good evening, Becca – another stunning card. Your daffodil is coloured to perfection and that lacé work is just magnificent. The colours used are also so beautiful. Oh, I could go on and on and on, so I’ll say no more -it has all been said by the others lol.ReplyCancel

  • MicheleFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:56 pm

    WOW…what to say when you’re utterly speechless?

    Your work is just amazing!!!ReplyCancel

  • SuziFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:59 pm

    That picket fence was the first thing I saw. I love it!ReplyCancel

  • Stacy Twinshappy SCSFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:59 pm

    So soft and elegant Becca. Great card.ReplyCancel

  • Ann I.February 17, 2009 - 7:00 pm

    Absolutely breathtaking! I wish I had just an ounce of your talent! You come up with the most amazing creations with your ‘tools. Thanks for sharing your talent with us!ReplyCancel

  • Ali ManningFebruary 17, 2009 - 7:34 pm

    This card is a big wow!! It looks fabulous – I love all the flower layers. TFS.ReplyCancel

  • Dianne K.February 17, 2009 - 8:09 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous, as always!!!!! You are such an inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • Linda C.February 17, 2009 - 8:47 pm

    WOW! Take all the above compliments & double them!! I’m speechless!ReplyCancel

  • ChristineCreationsFebruary 17, 2009 - 8:50 pm

    Oh I love the feeling of the color peeking through Becca…just like spring!ReplyCancel

  • Judit VFebruary 17, 2009 - 9:35 pm

    This is awesome…great job!ReplyCancel

  • VonFebruary 17, 2009 - 10:38 pm

    Again what an ingenious way of using products on hand. Your cards are always so gorgeous. Thanks for sharing with us.ReplyCancel

  • Linda BeesonFebruary 18, 2009 - 12:02 am

    Wow, is that creation amazing! Stunning!ReplyCancel

  • SitaFebruary 18, 2009 - 1:07 am

    Beautiful as always!! Love the soft colors and the way you run the picket fence around the edge!ReplyCancel

  • MakarenFebruary 18, 2009 - 6:44 am

    I have always loved using incire patterns on my cards. I’m so glad to see you use the technique. Your site is so popular, maybe it will catch on. In case people can’t find the templates to buy, I can tell them it’s easy enough to duplicate the pattern on the computer, size it to what you need and either copy it to the back of your patterned paper or use a separate pattern to cut the design. A craft knife or disposable scalpel (my choice) is used to cut. Way to go for showing this beautiful technique!

    MakarenReplyCancel

  • kimFebruary 18, 2009 - 7:48 am

    ohhhhh this is my new favorite!ReplyCancel

  • americaFebruary 18, 2009 - 10:24 am

    Another GREAT card! Elegant and lovely as usual for you! TFSReplyCancel

  • MargFebruary 18, 2009 - 11:00 am

    What a lovely card. I never thought of using that border punch that way. Thanks for the inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • Angel WFebruary 18, 2009 - 11:10 am

    WOW! WOW! This is SO incredibly beautiful! I LOVE it!!!!! Seriously! You never let me down when I visit…. all works of art here! HAve a happy day, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa PhillippiFebruary 18, 2009 - 7:31 pm

    Beautiful- I love the use of the incire template- I will be looking to give this a try!ReplyCancel

  • Heidi BlankenshipFebruary 18, 2009 - 8:42 pm

    Becca, your work is absolutely Amazing!! I love all of the details you put into each piece. I always love seeing your work!!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)February 18, 2009 - 9:10 pm

    Becca,

    Another absolutely gorgeous card! I love how you layered the daffodil! Such a refreshing card, it has Spring written all over it! I am so looking forward to that tutorial on the MS picket fence border punch!

    Hugs,

    Lisa A.ReplyCancel

  • Joan JefferyFebruary 18, 2009 - 10:38 pm

    Oh my, my, my, my, my!!!!!! This is absolutely stunning!ReplyCancel

  • Leslie MillerFebruary 19, 2009 - 8:34 am

    Every detail of this is so beautiful, Becca! You leave no centimeter lacking. I love the border punch and the very intriguing medallion. A stunning piece of work!ReplyCancel

  • Jill HaddadFebruary 19, 2009 - 12:40 pm

    Can I come to your house and play with you??? You have the neatest toys!!!!!! Love the medallion – I’m off to Google Incire templates now. Thanks for sharing your awesome work with us.ReplyCancel

  • broniFebruary 19, 2009 - 6:34 pm

    Oh my goodness, Becca! Is this ever gorgeous!! I love the look of the medallion you created and the daffodil is exquisite in tole!ReplyCancel

  • KrenFebruary 20, 2009 - 4:21 pm

    I love seeing how you “rethink” punches and ideas. I am inspired to give them a try! krenReplyCancel

  • colleen eFebruary 21, 2009 - 4:48 pm

    Becca i hope your ok I have missed your post the last several day.
    bless you
    colleenReplyCancel

  • jami {sgtStamper}February 21, 2009 - 10:49 pm

    Oh Becca….I just wish I could sit inside your brain for a day…you come up with the most amazing creations. You add so much detail without distracting from the images or sentiments. This is just beautiful!!! Looking forward to your tutorial!ReplyCancel

  • Cindy LawrenceFebruary 23, 2009 - 11:03 am

    Oh Becca, this card is BREATH-TAKING, girl!!!!!!!!! You never cease to amaze me with your incredible talent, my friend! Soooo glad you had such a fab time in FL…wish I could have been there as well!! {{hugs}}ReplyCancel

  • Theresa LeonardFebruary 23, 2009 - 5:07 pm

    This card is so beautiful. I love it and the intricacy that it has makes it so special. Thanks for sharing with us.

    TheresaReplyCancel

  • Amy SaucerMarch 2, 2009 - 2:38 pm

    Where can I get the Incire Lace #16 template??ReplyCancel

  • Judi GrahamMarch 16, 2009 - 7:17 pm

    Hello! Becca you mentioned in one of your posts that you would do a tutorial on using the picket fence punch ?? Pleeeze!!! thxs!ReplyCancel

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Today’s card is from one of the newly released February sets at Our Daily Bread Designs;  Keep My Lamp Burning.  I love the lighthouse and the fact that the set comes with four different sentiments makes it so versatile.  The inspiration for the card came from this design paper in my stash – it looks like a turbulent sea with waves crashing about.  Since the sky on the paper looked so brilliant, I decided to stamp the lighthouse on acetate so that you can see through to the sky on the design paper.  The rest of the card I kept very simple because I wanted the design paper to show through.

I framed the acetate with Spellbinders Classic Frame then stamped directly on the design paper with Black Stazon.  I popped the frame up over the sentiment to give the card a little depth.  Ribbon, brads and a Cuttlebug corner make it a wrap!

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  Our Daily Bread Designs – Keep My Lamp Burning|
Paper:  Paperhouse Productions, Bazzill, 140lb Strathmore watercolor paper
Ink:  Black Stazon
Accessories:  Spellbinders Classic Frame, Brads, Ribbon, Cuttlebug Vintage Corner

Thanks so much for stopping by today!!

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  • Shirley ChalmersFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:34 am

    Oh Becca you always find the most beautiful words to put on your cards, I definately feel so much better after Ive visited your blogspot. Thank you for such gorgeous cards.ReplyCancel

  • Muriel CarterFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:38 am

    Dear Becca,
    I love the new stamps from Our Daily Bread, especially the lighthouse. After viewing this card, I will definitely buy it. You not only light up the lighthouse, but you light up the life of an 86 year old lady, who is having such JOY, making cards at this late date in her life. Thanks, MurielReplyCancel

  • NorineFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:58 am

    really like how you framed the lighthouse great job
    Hugs
    NorineReplyCancel

  • jami {sgtStamper}February 16, 2009 - 6:24 am

    Stunning! Love it against that beautiful paper!!ReplyCancel

  • DianeFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:29 am

    Becca,
    Another beautiful card.

    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Amy SabolFebruary 16, 2009 - 7:51 am

    Becca,

    This is absolutely stunning!! I love your creations so much. Praise God that you are using the talents He has given you!! Lighthouses have a very special meaning in our family. I have a question for you in regard to this stamp set. Would you please e-mail me about this? Thank you and I truly appreciate your time. ~Amy S.~ReplyCancel

  • JennyFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:06 am

    Oh! this is just fabulous. Such a restful yet energetic card, if you understand. I do love these sentiments, nothing in the UK I don’t think to match them.
    Thank you, yet again, for your wonderful inspiration.
    J. xxReplyCancel

  • Janine AFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:09 am

    Becca,

    I haven’t seen a card that you have made that I didn’t like. You really have a talant. This is beautful.ReplyCancel

  • Lisa GravesFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:01 am

    Absolutely beautiful! :-)ReplyCancel

  • freidaFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:26 am

    WOW! How stunning! I love the idea of stamping on the acetate for the sake of the background paper! Must remember that tip! Don’t know what it is about ribbon, but you two REALLY get along well! It’s always so perfect , and such an elegant touch!

    Hugs~ReplyCancel

  • Julie KoerberFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:35 am

    Becca, this is just gorgeous!!! I love that set and have it on my “wish list!” You created something that looks so dimensional with the acetate — very cool!!!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:45 am

    Oh Wow you found some awesome paper to go with the image, and that frame is so cool!ReplyCancel

  • MarianFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:48 am

    GORGEOUS…and Muriel (post wayyy above)…I took my Mom shopping yesterday and she is 83…she is now totally interested in joining me for making cards. I am so happy to see this. She is also very talented, and I’m glad to have her join me…what a great interest.ReplyCancel

  • americaFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:52 am

    Great card with such gorgeous details! As always!!!ReplyCancel

  • Bev J.February 16, 2009 - 10:00 am

    Like the dp-it really goes with the lighthouse-beautifully done.

    Also want to say your husband is a real keeper-great card he made for you and so sweet of him.ReplyCancel

  • Pat in WAFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:13 am

    Love your blog. Your cards are always an inspiration to me.ReplyCancel

  • janeFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:35 am

    Awesome Becca! I am excited cuz I have this set and I am getting this Spellbinder frame! Simply gorgeous as usuall!ReplyCancel

  • CookieFebruary 16, 2009 - 12:25 pm

    Becca, your creativity takes my breath away…. this is just phenomenal……..ReplyCancel

  • Beth NormanFebruary 16, 2009 - 4:13 pm

    This is so beautiful. I’ve seen a lot of amazing things with this stamp set. You definately sold me on buying this!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)February 16, 2009 - 5:51 pm

    Becca,

    Love this card. So beautiful. What a great idea stamping on acetate, it looks gorgeous with that DSP behind it.

    Lisa A.ReplyCancel

  • MrsHFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:52 pm

    Good evening, Becca – a truly stunning card and the background is so beautiful and suits the image to perfection.ReplyCancel

  • Judit VFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:44 pm

    Love this card…so beautiful! The background is great and love the way you framed the lighthouse!ReplyCancel

  • LazyKayFebruary 17, 2009 - 4:29 am

    You are SUCH an inspiration – I’d NEVER have thought of using that image in such a way – thank you.

    xxxxxxxxxxReplyCancel

  • Peggy MaierFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:19 am

    The use of the frame really sets off the whole card – you’ve done a beautiful job (as usual)!ReplyCancel

  • KelleyFebruary 17, 2009 - 8:47 am

    Amazing again!!ReplyCancel

  • Jerri KayFebruary 17, 2009 - 9:26 am

    Fabulous, I love the way you’ve popped the lighthouse up!ReplyCancel

  • Heidi BlankenshipFebruary 18, 2009 - 8:41 pm

    Absolutely Stunning!! I love everything about it!! Love how you used the frame too!ReplyCancel

  • Helen ReitersFebruary 19, 2009 - 12:10 am

    Hi Becca
    I have just received this stamp set in the mail. It is such an inspirational set. I cannot wait to make some cards using it. Thanks for your inspiration – I hope I can do as much justice to this set as you have shown to us.ReplyCancel

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My heart just melted . . .I have to tell you this story.  I’ve been married for 26 years and today my husband surprised me in such a way that my heart just melted.  It happens all the time but this was a really big one.  I was gone most of the day and had left him at home – there was tons of stuff I needed to do.  Whenever I finally did get home he told me he had to make a confession.  What?  I was standing back in the bedroom and he opened up his dresser drawer and pulled out a small pile of papers.  He said I’ve been working on this card for you and I got stuck . . . THUD!!  After I got up off the floor, I looked at what he had in his hands and it was all of the pieces of the above card, minus the ribbon and minus the wording and plus some other punched borders he was going to try out.  You see he had gone over to my studio and knew what he wanted to do but didn’t know where to find the items.  Had he not hit that obstacle, he would have finished without me knowing it.  I took the pieces in my hand and looked them over incredulously . . . I realized that when he would come out to talk to me while I was stamping, he was really watching me.  He was mentally recording how to do things and where I stored things.  You can’t imagine how long I was speechless.  And, you can’t imagine how long I smiled.  I’m telling you, my heart simply melted.  So he asked, can you help me find the other things I need?  I told him, "For Sure!"  He said, now you can’t post this!!  Then I said "Of course honey, I won’t."

So we went over to the studio and located the JustRite Letters for his sentiment and the ribbon.  I know what you are thinking.  You’re thinking that I put my hands on this card.  Well, I did, but only to tie that piece of red ribbon.  Otherwise this was all my sweeties doing – he knows how to use Spellbinders and from watching me he used an aquapainter and colored that rose on his own!  Not bad for a first attempt, hunh?  This is why 26 years has flown by and how I know I’m more blessed than is humanly possible.

Here’s his recipe:
Stamps:  Flourishes – I Love Roses, JustRite – Brayton Alphabet
Paper:  Bazzill, 140lb Watercolor and ????
Ink:  SU Ruby Red, SU Always Artichoke, Black Brilliance
Accessories:  Ribbon, Spellbinders Tags 5, Spellbinders Scalloped Heart, EK Success Heart Punch, Brads, aquapainter
 

 

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  • Margaret HightonFebruary 16, 2009 - 4:31 am

    Dear Becca,
    what a lovely and special surprise.
    i wish my husband would do something like that.
    You must be very special, for him to go to all that trouble, lucky you.
    May it long continue.
    Margaret.
    ukReplyCancel

  • Margaret HightonFebruary 16, 2009 - 4:33 am

    Forgot to say, it is a really lovely card,
    for a first timer.
    margaret.
    ukReplyCancel

  • Karen WallaceFebruary 16, 2009 - 4:46 am

    Wow, what a wonderful surprise!! He needs lots of hugs!ReplyCancel

  • Sarah LizFebruary 16, 2009 - 4:55 am

    Well Becca, when I read your post my heart melted too. You are truly blessed to have a husband who clearly cares about you so much! Sarah, UKReplyCancel

  • ElisaFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:10 am

    Becca,

    What a beautiful story to share with us!
    It brought tears to my eyes! He is a wonderful husband who really loves you. No surprise there tho… You area wonderful person!!!!
    The card is beautiful too! and again, no surprise there… with such an incredible artist… it must’ve rubbed off… ;-)ReplyCancel

  • JewelsFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:12 am

    Aw Becca. That is the sweetest thing ever! He did a GREAT job! I dont think I could even use my Aqua painter that well. Congrats on 26 years of marriage and how lucky you are with a man that sweet!! Such A cute share, thanks!ReplyCancel

  • Joyce across the pondFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:18 am

    Wonderful husband, wonderful card…praise God from whom all blessings flow……and your husband is a blessing.ReplyCancel

  • ValerieCFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:18 am

    It must be a female reaction because my heart melted too. That is the sweetest thing. Absolutely priceless. My father is from the old school and doesn’t wear his heart on his sleeve. Quite a few years ago on Valentine’s Day he went out in the snow and walked the words I LOVE YOU! My mom still talks about it today. Your husband is a keeper!!!ReplyCancel

  • CyndeFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:22 am

    Becca that is one of the sweetest things I think I have heard in a very long time. What a Truly loving thing to do. Especially when you think he was paying note to all you were doing for how long? SO THAT he too could make the card for you. Just too sweet for words. He certainly Loves you, where you Live, too so to speak…..too much!ReplyCancel

  • Shirley ChalmersFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:24 am

    What a Sweetheart, you never know what is going on in hubbys mind, I know my husband surprises me with the little things he does. Well done Becca youve got a Gem for a Hubby, and please tell him that his card is Absolutely Brilliant Im not sure that I would have done as well. HES PRICELESS.ReplyCancel

  • kimFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:32 am

    My word ~ Your husbands love for you melted my heart also! Lovely!!ReplyCancel

  • CassieFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:35 am

    This is just awesome! I got chill bumps all over……You are truly blessed ..

    Have a Blessed Day!

    CassieReplyCancel

  • BaukjeFebruary 16, 2009 - 5:43 am

    Wow what a lot of love went into that card, and what a clever husband you have, his card is beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • Anna/OmaFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:01 am

    This card is beautiful! He did an awesome job!ReplyCancel

  • TrinaFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:07 am

    Wow, its the little things like this that they do that floor you the most. You can see the love and attention that he put into this card and for him to go into “uncharted territory” to do this for you shows how much he loves and adores you. Well done Mr “Becca Stamps” you da man! xxReplyCancel

  • CanneFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:15 am

    Your husband is wonderful, he obviously does not take you for granted even after 26 years (same as me actually). Mine also likes to show his appreciation but I don’t think he would go the length of actually trying to make a card….you luck thing!ReplyCancel

  • jami {sgtStamper}February 16, 2009 - 6:22 am

    Oh ya….tears in my eyes….he’s a keeper for sure!!!ReplyCancel

  • RobbieFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:23 am

    What can you say!! It’s not the beautiful finished project; it’s not the colors chosen; it’s not the layout (which is fantastic); it’s not the ability to use a die cut machine or other tools; it’s not even the sentiment – it’s the fact that he is so in love with you that he wanted to reach deep in his heart to try to express his feelings for you by ‘creating’ something with his own hands!! How blessed you are! I’ll be married 26 years in April and mine is great, too (although I couldn’t see him doing this-he wouldn’t know where to begin to look for a thing in my room, but he makes up in many, many other ways).ReplyCancel

  • DianeFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:27 am

    Becca,
    What an awesome husband you have.

    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • HannyFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:33 am

    WOW!! awesome card Becca.. what a talented husband you have there. he obviously watches a lot of what you do.. how very special for him to make his own card.. thanks for sharing it with us.. I wont dob on you hehehe eReplyCancel

  • Janet ZeppaFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:51 am

    Oh that is just the sweetest story ever! He’s a keeper!ReplyCancel

  • Beverly AFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:52 am

    How sweet! I know you’ll treasure this card forever.ReplyCancel

  • mudmavenFebruary 16, 2009 - 7:28 am

    Oh how very sweet he is and very talented too! The card is just lovely. You truly are blessed! ~chrisReplyCancel

  • Tish SchneiderFebruary 16, 2009 - 7:34 am

    How sweet! That melted my heart, too! He did a great job, too. See, that just goes to show that it’s not the size or cost of the gift, but the feeling and heart that goes into it that’s most important. You are such a lucky woman…..ReplyCancel

  • GloriaFebruary 16, 2009 - 7:41 am

    Wow, you are truly blessed. His card is absolutely beautiful. What a sweet husband. I pray you will continue to have “many” more years together. I love when women share beautiful stories like this one. It also melted my heart…..:-)ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterFebruary 16, 2009 - 7:53 am

    He did an awesome job, my sweetie made my valentine card too, sure makes it extra special doesn’t it!ReplyCancel

  • Sherry 107February 16, 2009 - 7:54 am

    Ohhhh!! How AWESOME!!! I think your talent has rubbed off on your husband! I just can’t imagine how joyous your heart must have been when you saw this—-he knows where to touch your heart—-and OURS!!
    God Bless you both!!!ReplyCancel

  • Ann C.February 16, 2009 - 8:02 am

    You are so blessed. I am sitting here with tears in my eyes because of your husband’s thoughtfulness and love.ReplyCancel

  • JoAnn BeachlerFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:07 am

    Thanks for sharing this with us…God bless you both.ReplyCancel

  • Kim HowardFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:16 am

    How sweet is that!!! What a keeper!ReplyCancel

  • JennyFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:18 am

    My heart goes out to him, what a wonderful man. To do that for you is so special it brought a tear to my eye too.
    Clasp that man to your bosom with hoops of steel and never let him go. lol!! he is one in a million.
    Huge hugs to him, he’s a star.

    J. xxReplyCancel

  • Sabrina aka okimom2girlzFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:30 am

    What a blessing. We often think that our husbands don’t care about what we do as long as we are happy. This right here shows that they do care and that they do pay attention. He knows what makes you happy and he gave his best (which is stunning to say the least!!!!!) and surprised you in such a special way. Belated “Happy Anniversary” by the way. May God bless you with many more.ReplyCancel

  • Cindy H.February 16, 2009 - 8:40 am

    What a beautiful card!! He did a wonderful job, too. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • SouthernScrapsFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:42 am

    Wow! What a blessing. My hubby confessed that he was going to make me a card but could not find the time alone to get into my stamping stuff wihtout me knowingReplyCancel

  • lacyquilterFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:55 am

    Way cool. You better keep him.ReplyCancel

  • NANCY RILEYFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:56 am

    That man really loves you! You are a blessed woman!ReplyCancel

  • SharonFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:56 am

    what a lucky woman you are of course we don’t need to tell you that.ReplyCancel

  • Maggi HauptFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:57 am

    Becca….this has to be one of the most loving stories I have ever heard! Thank you so much for sharing it….obiviously you love each other so much and I hope you share this story with many others.ReplyCancel

  • Violet UhlmanFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:59 am

    That man of yours is some talented! Let me know when he gets his own blog!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa GravesFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:01 am

    He is so thoughtful and talented as well! His card is beautiful! You are certainly blessed.ReplyCancel

  • JoaniFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:08 am

    Oh Becca how sweet!! I think that you would of had to peel me off the ground too. What a sweet heart, no wonder you’ve been together for so long ~ your both the perfect match!! Hold on to him tight, there are not many like him out there.

    That is something to treasure – maybe in a shadow box with your pictures.

    Hugs,
    JoaniReplyCancel

  • Viki BanaszakFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:12 am

    OMG! He is definitely a keeper! He did a wonderful job on the card. It is stunning. It gives hope to us all that love is alive and well and romance is still available no matter how long we’ve been together.ReplyCancel

  • AngelaFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:21 am

    There needs to be more men out there like this. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Debbie from Buffalo, NYFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:28 am

    Greetings fom Buffalo, NY… All I can say is WOW! My husband gave me one of my own cards once (with a note on the bottom that said he owed me for the card), but I would never expect him to attempt to make one. Your hubby did an awesome job…I wish I could watercolor like that! You are truly blessed, Becca! Thank you for sharing, Debbie from Buffalo, NYReplyCancel

  • ElaineFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:36 am

    That’s fantastic! What a sweetheart!ReplyCancel

  • Julie KoerberFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:38 am

    Ok, I actually teared up reading your post about hubby. OH MY GOSH – what a sweet man and how blessed you must feel. Give that man a big hug from all of us for his thoughtfulness. You have a keeper!!!ReplyCancel

  • freidaFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:40 am

    OHHHH, how precious! How blessed you are to have someone who loves you enough to do this…all on his own! I’m so impressed! His work is better than mine! All I can say is he has a good mentor!

    You both are so fortunate to have shared this many years and are stronger than ever. What an inspiration you both are! Congratulations!

    Big hugs~ReplyCancel

  • CherylFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:42 am

    That is awesome! He did an AMAZING job!ReplyCancel

  • Cathy GreenFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:42 am

    How sweet! Although my husband is the most wonderful man in the world, I think yours just might come in a close second! You definitely picked a winner 26 years ago. Men like this make it easy to keep going for 26+ years! Tell him that even though you didn’t post this, all of the stamping community thinks he’s got real potential! Thanks for sharing such a great story with us. CathyReplyCancel

  • Linda KlatchFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:44 am

    My heart melted for you! He did an awesome job!! Looks like your talent is rubbing off on you hubby.ReplyCancel

  • Mimi2sixFebruary 16, 2009 - 9:49 am

    Wow, what a blessing! He melted your heart but from all the comments it obvious that he melted all of our hearts. This is such a big thing that cost nothing but time and effort on his part. It just goes to show that while flowers, jewlery, etc. are appreciated, it’s the things from their heart that melt ours. Your husband has touched all of us with his love for you. What a sweet story, thank you for sharing it with us.ReplyCancel

  • Marisa(whiterockmama)February 16, 2009 - 9:50 am

    Your dear hubby deserves a standing ovation for that wonderful creation and even moreso for his desire to be able to touch you in a special way! What a wonderful Valentine’s gift – so much more than something purchased. I’m sure you’ll treasure it for a long time! Blessings to him for honoring and serving his wife as per Eph 5!! At this rate, he will been his own ID and gallery on SCS :)ReplyCancel

  • PatM.February 16, 2009 - 9:51 am

    That is so touching! Can you imagine him taking the time and patience in putting each little piece together to show how much he loves you… that is love!!

    I have a very nice hubby also – he is not creative with paper, but in the kitchen…

    Congratulations to both of you on 26 years of marriage (I am about to celebrate 30)!

    Please continue to love and nurture each other, that’s what marriage is all about!!!!!!!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Shirley LeeFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:04 am

    What a wonderful Valentine surprise for you! This lovely act shows how much your husband loves you! What a treasure you will have forever in both his card and himself! Tell him his card is great, too! Congratulations on 26 years of marriage, too!
    Shirley L.
    Roseville, CAReplyCancel

  • SandyFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:25 am

    Becca, this man is a keeper. The card is beautiful even if the ribbon had been left off. He is really talented.
    My husband did the same for me once on my birthday. It wasn’t as polished as the one your husband did but means every bit as much to me as I’m sure your card does.ReplyCancel

  • Norma KtatzFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:30 am

    Hi Becca,
    I read this to my husband, who is also one who would do the same and when reading this to him, we both had tears in our eyes. We are so lucky, aren’t we?
    NormaReplyCancel

  • BridgetFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:31 am

    How special is that? It’s funny what our husbands see. I will be in my craft corner and my husband and kids often come to see what I am playing with. He plays with the punches, stamps and has even made a few of my sons scrapbook pages. He is a woodworker/carpenter so he fully understands the need to create and play too! What a nice thing your husband did for you. It truly is the little things that make life so grand!

    My Best,
    BridgetReplyCancel

  • Darlene GabrielFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:36 am

    How sweet – what a great story and thank you for sharing it with us.
    Are we not blessed beyond measure with the loving husbands God has brought into our lives??ReplyCancel

  • MarianFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:37 am

    The card is beautiful. I have such a sweet “visual” of him standing there with all the “pieces”…
    Truly an awwwwwwww moment.
    My husband wants to learn to make cards also. I think it’s great! Big hearts *smile*ReplyCancel

  • Evie BeckerFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:43 am

    Ain’t love grand!!!!!!!! Fantastic story….Fantastic couple!!!!! We’ve been married 41 yrs…..doesn’t seem possible……’cause MANY times I still get that tickle in my tummy….just like when we were 18 yrs old. Enjoy your Man…..the card is AWESOME

    EvieReplyCancel

  • colleen eFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:45 am

    thanks for sharing such a heart felt story. its all about the thought that really matters and his thouhgt wa a 1000 times fold. you are a blessed women. big hugs and kisses to him the card is pricelessReplyCancel

  • Elizabeth S.February 16, 2009 - 10:47 am

    This is so beautiful!! Love your story. What a wonderful man and he did a great job. It was so thoughtful of him and such a wonderful surprise.ReplyCancel

  • MargFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:52 am

    My word, your husband is priceless. I had a lump in my throat as I was reading your ‘story’. The card is wonderful.ReplyCancel

  • CindyFebruary 16, 2009 - 11:01 am

    Becca, My heart is melting too. That card was so full of love. You are one lucky lady! Congratulations to both of you for having such a wonderful and loving marriage.ReplyCancel

  • SueFebruary 16, 2009 - 11:07 am

    Congratulations to both of you for all of the love that you obviously share with one another. It is so awesome to hear stories like this. You both are very lucky to have each other.ReplyCancel

  • Cindy HaffnerFebruary 16, 2009 - 11:12 am

    Becca he is a keeper so sweet.ReplyCancel

  • BeckyFebruary 16, 2009 - 11:19 am

    Becca,, I check your blog daily and absolutly love your cards. I get so many ideas and inspiration from your site. But today tops all of them. Not because it is the most beautiful or the most intricate card but because its one of the most heartfelt and sincere cards ever. My dh is my best critic, my encourager, and cheerleader but he would never attempt to make me a card. He and WalMart are friends in the card section. I save every one he gives me because I know that the ones he picks out are from his heart. But, to have my hubby even pick up a stamp would just drop me. And we have been married 41 years. What a wonderful memory for both of you. God IS good.ReplyCancel

  • Jill HaddadFebruary 16, 2009 - 11:42 am

    Okay Becca – I’m amazed!!!! Your hubby made such a beautiful “from the heart” gift for you – AND he did it so well. He’s obviously had a great teacher – even if you didn’t know you were teaching.ReplyCancel

  • JudiFebruary 16, 2009 - 11:54 am

    He’s a keeper!ReplyCancel

  • lorraineFebruary 16, 2009 - 11:55 am

    Your story made me smile…yes you are very lucky….and made we want to share my quick story. I am in a wonderful relationsip for the last 7 years. A week before Valentines day my sweetie ended up in the hospital having a quaruple bypass and valve replacement. I surely didn’t expect anything for valentines. Just like your husband, my partner has been watching me….even though I am just starting to learn myself. When he came out of surgery…the next day even though highly medicated, he told me he had secretly made me a card and hid it in the closet, but not to look until Valentines day. Here is a man with a VERY BIG HEART……. I will share your story with him today at the hospital.

    Thanks for everything you give us from your heart

    LorraineReplyCancel

  • Charlene H.February 16, 2009 - 11:56 am

    Well, I am extremely impressed with this card. OK, and a lot jealous too! The cutting is perfect and the placement of each piece just works. You are one lucky girl over there.ReplyCancel

  • JacquelineFebruary 16, 2009 - 12:01 pm

    Truly awsome. How thoughtful and unique. Your husband would make a wonderful Consultant.ReplyCancel

  • Marlene OFebruary 16, 2009 - 12:03 pm

    Love your site. My DH made me a card at Christmas which I really appreciated but as he does not hang around my craft room very much, he is not as capable as your DH is in the making of this card. I even showed it off at my LSS and the gals there were impressed that he would even attempt to make a card. I’ll make sure they look at your site.ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleFebruary 16, 2009 - 12:06 pm

    KUDOS to your hubby!!!!
    JanReplyCancel

  • PatFebruary 16, 2009 - 12:07 pm

    WOW, I’m impressed! What a wonderful husband and relationship you have. Your talents move many hearts and souls and it all starts in your home. My husband also comes to my craft room while I’m working to visit and chat….hmmmm…I’m wondering if by chance he’s also watching and learning. Thanks for sharing this warm story.ReplyCancel

  • SamFebruary 16, 2009 - 12:11 pm

    awww, that is just so very sweet!!ReplyCancel

  • CookieFebruary 16, 2009 - 12:29 pm

    What a wonderful story Becca and what a talented man he is….. Thanks for sharing his beautiful card and the wonderful story…. made me puddle up……ReplyCancel

  • LenoriaFebruary 16, 2009 - 12:30 pm

    This is so sweet, and it makes me tear-up! He sounds like a wonderful man and husband. I hope you both share much happiness, always.ReplyCancel

  • Elaine AllenFebruary 16, 2009 - 1:30 pm

    Becca –

    That just brought tears to my eyes! What a wonderful and romantic man you have there! He is very special. I’ve been married 36 years. I was 18 and he was 19 when we got married. He is not super romantic, but every once in a while he does something that just “melts my heart”, so I know that feeling.
    Wishing you many more years of heart melting!!

    Elaine AllenReplyCancel

  • jenFebruary 16, 2009 - 1:39 pm

    AAAAAAW! My hubby would just go to the drug store and buy a card. LOL

    He did a beautiful job on the ROSE (WOW!!) and all the layers and everything. I would melt too. He’s definitely a KEEPERReplyCancel

  • PhillisFebruary 16, 2009 - 2:06 pm

    This would be something my hubby would do. We are blessed!ReplyCancel

  • CindyFebruary 16, 2009 - 2:42 pm

    You are a very lucky lady! Love the card, and especially that he made it for you.ReplyCancel

  • Linda BandowFebruary 16, 2009 - 2:49 pm

    You are TRULY blessed….what a guy!! My husband appreciates my work but is also very quick to say he does not like or DOES like something….he hate’s busy cards as do I and have not heard that much this past year. It must be the influence of the blog stars.ReplyCancel

  • NimueFebruary 16, 2009 - 2:53 pm

    What an act of love. It’s good to know your goodness is so loved – NimmyReplyCancel

  • miluFebruary 16, 2009 - 2:56 pm

    hey Becca! You will have more posts on this card than on any card you may ever do…
    Hahaaaaaaaaaahaaaaaaaa
    I can’t believe he would know what to do to make you happy and surprised at the same time!
    you should have videotaped him working and show all the other husbands!!
    for 1st time card maker he is a good student of yours!
    Give Mr. Feeken a high FIVE for me!!
    he is a keeper…
    and I am sure you are a keeper to him too =)
    May the Lord continue to bless and protect your marriage…
    love,
    **Milu**ReplyCancel

  • Sue KmentFebruary 16, 2009 - 3:09 pm

    I have tears in my eyes just reading this…it so touched my heart. I can only imagine what it did for you!ReplyCancel

  • Michelle BenoitFebruary 16, 2009 - 3:11 pm

    Lovin’ this!ReplyCancel

  • Wanda WilliamsFebruary 16, 2009 - 3:18 pm

    You are blessed with an incredible husband!!! That was SO sweet of him to do that for you. May he continue doing sweet stuff for you forever (and reciprocated, of course!). :-DReplyCancel

  • Lavonne (tweetygirl)February 16, 2009 - 3:22 pm

    Hi Becca,
    congratulations on 26 years of marriage! That’s so great! This year will be 16 for us. That was really sweet of your husband to do that for you–brought tears to my eyes too! My husband spent hours last year for our 15th putting together a card with multiple pages. He used pictures from our wedding and different verses from the Bible to express his love for me. It was very touching.
    Have a wonderful day and enjoy that card!!!ReplyCancel

  • sheenaFebruary 16, 2009 - 3:22 pm

    So my eyes have welled up with tears. Tell your husband we all think that was the sweetest thing to do.ReplyCancel

  • Beth NormanFebruary 16, 2009 - 4:15 pm

    Wowers, you are such a lucky lady!! Lucky in Love too!ReplyCancel

  • JenniferFebruary 16, 2009 - 4:22 pm

    That is the sweetest, most romantic thing! He did a wonderful job on your card.ReplyCancel

  • MrsHFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:02 pm

    Oh Becca, that is such a sweet card and an even sweeter story. You have a wonderful husband and they are hard to find. I have one too who gives me great encouragement in my cardmaking even tho’ he wouldn’t know where to start himself. We will be celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary in March.ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)February 16, 2009 - 6:02 pm

    Becca,

    Wow! I thought it was your creation until I read your story. I hope he isn’t mad at you for posting it anyways, because it is truly gorgeous. My eyes were watering after I read your story. You truly have the world’s most thoughtful and romantic husband. My husband is supportive and proud of my creations, but I don’t think he would ever attempt this. What a sweet man. Tell him we all said he did a fabulous job!

    Hugs,

    Lisa A.ReplyCancel

  • neenieFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:08 pm

    What a sweetheart!!! Don’t ya’ just luv it????? Now this is truly a gift of love. Don’t dare to dispose of this card. In fact, frame it or put it on an easel beside your bed!ReplyCancel

  • Gail GenrichFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:13 pm

    I love that man! I was hoping my hubby would do something like that but guess what – I got one even better – since I don’t generally clean up after myself, he came into my studio and cleaned the laminate floor on his hands and knees – while I was making his valentine card! Now that’s true love! Sounds like we have a couple of keepers here. We are going on 29 years in May. Thanks for sharing this special story Becca – and Happy Valentines Day!ReplyCancel

  • Judit VFebruary 16, 2009 - 6:42 pm

    Oh this is so sweet! And the card is adorable!!ReplyCancel

  • ClaudiaFebruary 16, 2009 - 7:19 pm

    You have got to be just about the most blessed woman alive….ReplyCancel

  • Elaine MooreFebruary 16, 2009 - 7:37 pm

    Oh Becca!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You have a real winner with your husband!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • NoelleFebruary 16, 2009 - 7:57 pm

    I known for 26 years that you have a keeper. I am not suprised at the love and care that your sweetie put into this project, it is wonderful.ReplyCancel

  • VonFebruary 16, 2009 - 8:23 pm

    Becca you are a blessed person to have such a kind and wonderful husband. Lovely card.ReplyCancel

  • TracyFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:00 pm

    that is the cutest and most wonderful story ever! My husband looks over my shoulder occasionally to offer suggestions or ‘inventions’ to make my life easier, but the most he has offered (and I am not complaining mind!) is to pick a card off of our card program on the computer and print it out for me :)ReplyCancel

  • BarbFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:04 pm

    Awwww, that is such a precious and sweet story. He did a fabulous job for his first card. I would have thought he had been making cards for years and actually, I would have guessed it to be one of yours, so he is a really good student in observation :). Now you know you will have to do a scrapbook page and place that card as the star of the page with the entire story journaled. What a wonderful, wonderful story to preserve for many future generations of your family. Thanks so much for sharing your story Becca. God bless you both.

    BarbReplyCancel

  • MayleeFebruary 16, 2009 - 10:37 pm

    O my gosh Becca! That is the sweetest thing your hubby did to surprise you. Happy Anniversary!ReplyCancel

  • Charlene Austin (Willow01)February 16, 2009 - 10:39 pm

    Oh Becca~~~I can’t help but smile too! That is so precious.ReplyCancel

  • AmyFebruary 16, 2009 - 11:00 pm

    Oh Becca,

    What a wonderful husband you have! If this the card he made, he did a FABULOUS JOB! I can’t think of anything more romantic than what he did! It certainly appears you married the right man!

    I hope you has a fabulous Valentine’s Day!ReplyCancel

  • CharleneFebruary 17, 2009 - 12:40 am

    Well after reading your surprise story, I ran for the tissue box. What a wonderful surprise from your husband. I’d hold on to him, there aren’t that many out there like him. Happiness to both of you.
    Chalene R.ReplyCancel

  • Amy ShefferFebruary 17, 2009 - 1:08 am

    What a sweet story, Becca. And a sweet man – you are indeed blessed!! He did an awesome job, too!!ReplyCancel

  • LazyKayFebruary 17, 2009 - 4:28 am

    Truly a gift from the heart – no wonder your heart turned to treacle!

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  • DonnaFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:34 am

    I’m absolutely in shock! This card is gorgeous! I cannot believe he did this! Oh, I am so touched that he would invest his time in doing something for you, and something that he knew you would love. What a sweetheart! And thanks for sharing with us, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Amy JohnsonFebruary 17, 2009 - 8:32 am

    Oh, how sweet!ReplyCancel

  • KelleyFebruary 17, 2009 - 8:49 am

    Geez, can your husband give me lessons? Awesome card!ReplyCancel

  • Jerri KayFebruary 17, 2009 - 9:30 am

    That’s the sweetest story ever Becca! I think I’d weep if my hubby ever did something like this, let alone watch me. I think in the past three years, he’s been in my stamping room twice . . . .LOL. I don’t know why Spike TV interests him more than my stamping . . . bwahaahaa!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Shirl MartinFebruary 17, 2009 - 10:39 am

    Lovely story and a lovely card. I will share the story with my hubby tonight over dinner. God bless you dear Becca.ReplyCancel

  • Kelly V.February 17, 2009 - 11:19 am

    Becca, I am sitting here fighting back the tears. The relationship between you and your sweetie never ceases to amaze me. Tell the Mr. that he did a fabulous job both with his card making and his heart warming…lol. Love you both.ReplyCancel

  • MicheleFebruary 17, 2009 - 6:55 pm

    WOW…amazing. What a special union; I pray you’re blessed with many, many more years together!!ReplyCancel

  • ChristineCreationsFebruary 17, 2009 - 8:51 pm

    Oh Becca…that just melted my heart. A beautiful Valentine you have. I have one of those kinds of guys too…SO blessed!ReplyCancel

  • Darla MillerFebruary 17, 2009 - 11:30 pm

    What a great story and a tribute to your relationship and your wonderful and sweet partner! Thanks so much for sharing – I’m so glad you did – it made my day! :) I feel just as lucky with my husband and will share this story with him!
    Happy Hearts,
    DarlaReplyCancel

  • MariFebruary 18, 2009 - 12:17 am

    Ok, literally? I teared up. A lot.
    You lucky, lucky girl! :)ReplyCancel

  • MaryFebruary 18, 2009 - 6:35 am

    Wonderful story Becca. Your husband now has his own fan club so far 120 strong :)ReplyCancel

  • AlienAnessaFebruary 18, 2009 - 9:01 pm

    Oh Becca, that is so wonderful!! My hubby does that too, talks but really stalks (the good kind)!! Your hubby did a phenomenal job on that card, I thought for SURE your hands were all over it!!! =)ReplyCancel

  • Leslie MillerFebruary 19, 2009 - 8:38 am

    Becca, I would have been crying my heart out. Things like this just break me up into little pieces. They would have been happy tears, though. What a sweetheart he is! He did a wonderful job with your supplies, too!ReplyCancel

  • Carolyn KingFebruary 19, 2009 - 8:35 pm

    omgosh Becca—that is just too sweet….he did a great job too!ReplyCancel

  • DeborahFebruary 21, 2009 - 12:25 pm

    It’s when they watch us and listen that we know they truly love us. You are blessed with a pearl above price.
    DeborahReplyCancel

  • Cherie SFebruary 27, 2009 - 10:12 pm

    I love your blog you are so talented and I always enjoy looking at all of your works of art.

    I just came across this one posting and OMG my heart melted too. Your husband sounds like the most compassionate hubby ever – I felt like crying when you explained how he took the card pieces out and asked for your help. What a lovely soul, congrates on such a successful marraige. Happy Anniversary!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Kim SmithMarch 1, 2009 - 1:41 pm

    I’m still wiping the tears from my eyes as I scroll down the long list of responses to your post. Beautiful Card! His love for you emanates through his work. Have you ever thought of framing his card in a picture frame? Then you could hang it on the wall as a piece of art. Thanks for sharing with the rest of us. BTW My husband and I will be celebrating our 25th Anniversary in June this year.

    Happy Anniversary!ReplyCancel

  • Amazing Paper Grace » A Sweet StoryNovember 7, 2010 - 11:16 am

    […] so typical of how close they were – if you missed the original post, you can it read it here http://www.amazingpapergrace.com/my-heart-just-melted/.  Thanks for indulging me while I step in for my dear friend.  Please hold her in your […]ReplyCancel

  • VivaceNovember 7, 2010 - 12:18 pm

    How tender-hearted indeed!ReplyCancel

  • Susan GNovember 7, 2010 - 12:37 pm

    speechless here! what a wonderful testament of his love for you :)
    SusanReplyCancel

  • LauraNovember 7, 2010 - 6:52 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest Sympathy to you and your family.

    Laura SteinhoffReplyCancel

  • Angelina WesselsNovember 7, 2010 - 11:16 pm

    What a beautiful effort and a very big tribute to his love for you! These are the little special things that you will always remember and love him for and when you look back at them, will keep him in your heart and keep him close to you always!ReplyCancel

  • Deebi27November 8, 2010 - 12:16 am

    What an amazing story of love in the truest sense of the word. My hubby looks at different things I show him, sometimes critiques, but not to make for himself. Yes, he loves YOU! God’s blessings to you and your home!ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonNovember 9, 2010 - 1:48 pm

    BECCA BECCA AFTEWR READING THE STORY OF YOUR CARD FROM JOHN, TELLS ME YOU HAVE A LOT OF LOVING MEMORIES TO REMEMBER
    JOHN BY. AS I HAVE GONE THRU THIS I KNOW THAT MEMORIES ARE
    VERY SPECIAL. MAY IT CONSOLE YOU TP KMOW THAT OTHERS CARE AND PRAY FOR YOU AND YPUR FAMILY

    CYNTHIA BEYNON,ReplyCancel

  • AndreaANovember 12, 2010 - 10:09 pm

    Becca, I hope that card gives you as much comfort as all my cards from my Sweetie has given me.
    I know everyone goes through this differently.
    But I think I might know how you are feeling a little.
    My Sweetheart has been gone EXACTLY 3 years to the day longer than yours.
    But I get his cards out that he has gave to me over the years and read them very often.
    I wish you peace and comfort.ReplyCancel

  • Linda BrooksNovember 25, 2010 - 7:06 pm

    Miss Becca,

    This post was the perfect ending to a perfect Thanksgiving day…thank you for sharing what angels really do when we are gone from the house! You can just feel the love he poured into this card. I still pray for your peace every day.ReplyCancel

  • OriNovember 25, 2010 - 11:45 pm

    You’re blessed with True love, and his love lives still though he’s now with Heavenly Father.ReplyCancel
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