Oh, I don’t know where to start on this one . . . this poll is a little bit of a departure from the generic types of questions I’ve been asking since the inception and I’m going to harness the polling aspect this time to get a little bit of feed back on the content here on amazingpapergrace. It is inspired by some sweet comments and emails I’ve received lately.
I should mention first that there’s no telling what you will see here – it just depends on my muse. I may have been hit with an inspiration and I’ve learned to ride with it while it’s running. So far that has work out well for me ;-) As you know, I am really wrapped up in my blog and I’m sure I’ve disappointed fellow bloggers as I rarely get out to leave comments or surf. Moreover, I’ve so fallen down on the job of answering emails and finishing up my 31 Days feature, yikes!! Truth be known, I’d much rather be in the studio creating and experimenting so that I can bring another tutorial or frugal discovery to the table. I find I have to allot the time I allow myself to be on the computer and get up and walk away when time is up, lol!
Okay, so let me cut to the chase – I value you readers and want to continue to provide the content you’ve indicated you like as well as acknowledge things that are important to you but I need to know what they are. As you can guess I’m quite torn; there’s a finite amount of time I can spend in the combined endeavor. So yep, I’m asking you! Please weigh in — I’m curious to find out how important some of these behind the blog tasks are to you as a reader.
ETA: I just wanted to clarify this doesn’t arise out of anything negative that has happened – it’s more of me being conscientious. I’m so blessed that the people who stop by or send me emails are so friendly and gracious. Amazing Paper Grace is something that has made me immensely happy, perhaps because I’ve taken it where I want it to go. So no worries – although it doesn’t take much, I’m all about doing what makes me happy, lol!
Interesting poll! I know you enjoy webcruising as much as anyone. I also have trouble when time’s up because it seems that simply checking out one blog leads to another, then a different link, etc. I still think you should be able to do that without worrying that you’re spending too much time on it. This is how we all learn and grow and we all want you to do that Becca! I guess what I’m saying is that we get what we get, no explanations and no worries! Your work is stellar, and we are lucky to get what we do!
I agree wholeheartedly! I am also NOT a fan of facebook and am completely turned off by social media so anything that I would have to view by going through facebook would not ever be viewed, even though I value your beautiful style and comments and tutorials. I wouldn’t worry about a thing and keep doing what makes you happy, isn’t that why you started blogging to begin with? We are just lucky to get to go along for the ride and enjoy what you share.
BECCA WHAT EVER YOU GIVE US IS IMPORTANTAND YOU \
SHOULDN’T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT IT. WE APPRECIATE WHAT
YOU ARE TEACHING US AND SHOWING US. TO HAVE A TEACHER
LIKE YOU IS FANTASTIC, AS YOU HAVE SUCH GREAT IDEAS. JUST
KEEP UP WHAT YOU ARE DOING = NO WORRIES.
CYNTHIA
Oh Becca….you are such an inspiration. I love to see your almost daily beautiful card. And I love to read what stamps, punches, nestabilities, & techniques, etc you use. Your videos are fantastic. So if something has to go, let it be the blog….as there are many out there…..but no one, I mean NO ONE makes cards like you. You are the best! Thank you for all you do, it is much appreciated!
Have to agree with Debra!!!! Your work is DEFINITELY STELLAR!!! I like that word!!! STELLAR it is and STELLAR you are Becca. You are truly in a class by yourself. I REALLY don’t know of anyone who can compare to you, your cards, techniques and tutorials are off the scale…….a 50 on a scale of 1 to 10. Look forward to my updates from you EVERYDAY. As a matter of fact……I cancelled most of my other subscriptions………you are the ONLY one I follow anymore. TRULY DEDICATED TO YOU!!!!
I have to agree with Debra…I would have loved to been able to click more than 1…if I had then 1,2,and 5 would have been what I would have clicked…Maybe if you could add the basics in 1 location add to it as you can or need to…Develope and create more tutorials as needed…habgig out on FB or answering all of your emails or comments is a time waster, as I am told all of the time…But here is better advise…those that like what you are doing will keep following you…
One of the highlights of my day is seeing the wonderful cards you make Bekka.
Thanks so much Hugs Pat.M New Zealand
Hi Becca.
This is a very interesting poll which I have voted on. I look forward to your post each day and enjoy your tutorials, but I feel that it would be great if you could “get out and comment around some more” to quote you. I have formed so many wonderful friendships because of a two way exchange between bloggers, but always feel that you would not have time to know any of your followers or what we do. I think that you would also enjoy taking some time visiting and checking out the blogs of the girls who come to visit you each day.
It was difficult deciding which activity to vote for. I was torn between the tutorials and showcasing more cards, and I find it interesting that (at present) those are the top two items. That being said I think you should spend your time doing what makes you happy. That is the most important thing you can do for yourself – particularly at this stage in your life. If you want to make cards, make cards. You make the most gorgeous cards I have ever seen so no one should ever tell you to stop. If you derive enjoyment from your blog, by all means work on it. Personally I think whatever you want to do for whatever amount of time right now – whateve makes you happy – do it!!! We will be overjoyed to receive whatever it is you have to offer us because we know it is the best there is – anywhere. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving us so much all the time. We love you!!
Sally Gasparri
I am NOT a facebooker. I subscribe to the blogs I like and have them delivered to my email box. I get backed up on the reading if I am out of town for a week or so. I have a laptop, but if I visit my parents, they don’t have internet, so I can come home to 600 + emails. I am trying to weed out a lot of the junk ones. My taste has changed over the last 6 yrs, and a lot of the ones I had signed up for in the beginning don’t click with me now. I scrapbook mostly and have just recently gotten into mini albums. I love your blog because a lot of the layering and things you use on cards make beautiful scrap pages or pages in a mini album. I just love reading about your day, family and bargains you find and recreate. Just keep on doing what you have been doing.
As a Becca Addict, I can honestly say I need my “fix” of card or project every day. If you posted new cards twice a day, I wouldn’t miss a single one. But in reality I know you can’t do that so I have to content myself with enjoying the posts when the muse strikes you. I have to say I don’t even care about blog candy. I just want to bask in the magic of your art. I feel privileged to have the internet in this day and age so I can see and be inspired by your work. What a blessing!!
I learn from tutorials…..but a card has to be made in order to make a tutorial…right? how else does one learn as well…I think your doing fabulous as you are lead by the grace of our Lord…… do what inspires you…..and of course we will be inspired too as always :)
I could only vote for one category so I said steady stream of cards and ideas. But I also love and value your video tutorials.
Your cards and other projects are an inspiration to me. I don’t buy any Spellbinder dies until I see what you do with them.
I love your video tutorials because they are truly “original” ideas and techniques not someone else’s ideas with a slightly different twist.
I agree that Face book and answering 99% of your emails is a waste of your creating time. I am fairly new to this and I have had no problem finding tutorials and videos on how to do the basic techniques so that would be redundant . For me your site has plenty of features I come to see the creative ideas you offer.
You did wonderfully at this blog and I subscribe your blog because of the contents. Do not feel obliged to comment or reply email because it is really a waste of time. Reply only because you wanted to. Hope you will continue to enjoy what you are doing. After all, crafting is for own pleasure in the first place, isn’t it?
Happy crafting and hugs,
heaney
Oh Becca…So thoughtful of you to ask us what we think!!! I’ll agree with so many others…You and your work is PERFECT the way it is…If the Lord leads you to make any changes then so be it. We are honored to have your blog fed to us daily…I look forward to it!!! I really do not care one way or the other…Anything you want to do to make you happy is PERFECT for me.
Blessings,
Valerie
Becca,
I love, love, love your beautiful cards, but I also love your tutorials. I’m just a simple card maker but I drool over your masterpieces and they give me ideas of how to use some of the things that I have in different ways. Picking just 1 thing in the poll was very hard for me but I think seeing your cards excites me the most. As far as I am concerned your blog is great, and no matter what you do with it, I will still come here at least once a day!:))
Maryann, thanks for weighing in. I want to make sure everyone knows that I’ve not received any pushy, unfriendly or demanding requests. I’ve always said that I’m open to ideas and quite a few people share them through email or through comments. I love blogging and am so blessed to have the kindest people stop by. Not looking to make changes but do value what everyone thinks. I stress about some of the things I can’t get to, but from what I’m seeing, that some of these things aren’t really a big deal anyway :-)
Sweet friend, and yes I considder you as a friend, as I come here every day and have lots of joy from seing, what you´ve been doing since last and watch all your tutorials on different things, which devellop my skills too. It is such a wonderful pleasure all the time, so it is almost like I know you more and more, even we´ve never even talked. One thing is very certain, it´s your blog and it´s your life, so NOONE should tell you what to do and what to show here, that´s entirely up to you. You do what you want and like, and if the muse takes you in a certain direction, that´s what you show, and nobody should tell you otherwise, but just be glad, that you always sooo willingly share everything with us, and allows us to learn about all your fantastic creations, and be able to do the same ourself, that is really amazing. Most other people would have kept it to them self, or charged a lot of money for teaching all these things, but you always share sooo much totally free and even with pleasure, so if anybody don´t think, that´s enough, then they can go to some of the others who´s making classes and pay them to get what they want, cause when you pay, you can maybe order, what you´ll like to have, but when you walk into a place, where all is free, you can´t make demands, but just be happy, that there is still some people in this world, who actually still gives all they have and even for free, and then it´s really rude to start complaining and demanding anything else.
So if it was me, I would just dump that kind of people Becca, cause they´re just jealous and the kind, who just never can get enough, so just ignore them hun.
What I wanted to say with all this is, that you shall ofcause only do, what YOU like to do and what makes YOU happy, as it´s YOUR blog and YOUR life, and I´m very sure, that most of us inhere, is more than happy, that we´re allowed to come here every day and be treated from all your wonderful knowledge and creativity, and I for one sure feel very very blessed, that I CAN Do that, so please Becca, don´t make any changes at all, unless it´s something you do, because YOU want it that way or it makes you happier, but definately not for anybody else. I love to come here every single day and see, what you have to share with us, and I just loves everything I get here, and I always get something from here, and that is really awesome, and not many can give this much to their followers as you do all the time.
Have a wonderful week ahead hun and just be happy okay? Then I´ll look forward to come again and see, what you have for us next time.
Take care dear friend and stay happy, that´s all that matters.
My vote is alot like which came first the chicken or the egg? The cards you create are what inspires you to showcase techinques in your tutorials. Without the inspiration there would be no tutorials. They go hand in hand when something comes up that touches and inspires you. Your AmazingPaperGrace is your Journey, Becca and we all have the pleasure that you share it with us so wherever your journey goes, so too, go I. Do not worry about what we like and focus on what you like and where you feel led to go. I visit here every day or play catch up as often as possible if I miss a day or so. I go here because it is one of my “Favorites” even tho I have an e-mail reminder it is not necessary.
Thank you for being you!
Cindy
I so look forward to seeing everything and anything you share Becca. Your talent and the fact that you share it with us is truly amazing and I look forward to your creations whatever you do. The words Amazing Grace sum it all up for me, for that is what you truly have. I think that going down whichever path each creation takes you is so important. You do anything that makes you happy, I’m just happy to see it and learn so much from you.
Lynne
Becca – Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us all – I am hoping that you are not getting discouraged by any nay-sayers out there, folks telling you how to spend your time! The reason I love your blog is that you are just straight forward all the time. You are most generous with your time and your efforts and we have all benefitted tremendously for it. Personally, I have stopping subscribing to blogs which have turned commercial – always promoting another sneak peak of their stamps/products. I have kept on with your blog because you are just basically sharing your “craft”. I totally agree with Facebook not being important. I guess what I am saying is that I have appreciated your dedication to the simplicity of blogging!
You should concentrate on what ever makes you the happiest, honestly. You aren’t here to serve us, you know? We are just lucky to have a sneak peak at your amazing creativity…of course the happier you are, the more creative you will be and we will benefit too, win-win I’d say :)
Becca,
This was a difficult vote for me! I love the tutorials, but I sure enjoy dropping in every day to see the new cards, too. And I still go back and peruse the 31-day series for frugal scrappers and organizing. I think you do a wonderful job and yours is the only blog I check out daily. Thank you for all you do!
I don’t spend much time surfing the net, but I do look forward to reading your blog each day. It is my favorite. I love your beautiful cards and creations, and I really appreciate your tutorials and organizational tips. Those are the most important to me, even if you don’t choose to post every day. I find it amazing what you accomplish! Thank you for sharing your talent with us.
I believe we all start this journey of blogging and sharing to make ourselves happy, without sounding too selfish, when it becomes a bind, i.e: having to visit others and leaving comments or else! do we really wanna be doing this?
This is supposed to be like therapy, sharing and enjoying what you love, so for me as long as you enjoy what you are sharing then keep doing it!
I love the fact that you post tutorials and are forever sharing anything new that you have learnt. I am not a social network kinda girl and truthfully dont like FB. I follow you in my reader and when i see you have a new post i pop in for a visit. Just keep doing what you do, thanks for the sharing, you obviously have been doing something right with all the visitors that you get.
have a great week, G”d bless
smiles
Paola
Becca, I stop in to look at your creations, which are absolutely amazing. I do enjoy the tutorials and anything you post but I am mostly addicted to your creations. :) We are very blessed to have you sharing so much.
Hi Becca.
I love you just the way you are.
I really look forward to checking each day to see what comes up on your Blog.
Your Tutorials are wonderful AND my youngest Son has made me a Flower Loom following your instruction. My husband being too poorly to help, except in the advice section ;0)
Thank you for being you.
Hugs
Cally x
Don’t let the tail wag the dog. Your creative genius and ability to teach and share are the heart of your ministry to us. The joy and happiness you receive from that are just a sign to me that you are using the gifts God has given you. Stay true, dear one!
Becca keeping yourself happy is priority ONE! Without happiness, creativeness goes steadily downwards. I LOVE Becca Bits. The series you did on Right Angle Punching brought a tear of joy to me and the dust off my punches. You don’t seem to favor any one stamp company but feature everything that is hot in the market at the same time. Since my happy accident of finding you I have found that you eventually get around to my “how’d she do do that” questions even. I can never imagine how you would possibly keep up with answering the enormous amount of emails I imagine you must get, as much as you might love to. Smurfing this world wide web can take away huge chunks of time before you even realize it is gone, as you well know. If that happens to you every now and then and you get your “fix” be happy and don’t get down on yourself for that.
I truly believe, in the end, what makes you happiest will be best for you and that will keep all your fans happiest.
Your muse, wherever it happens to take you that day has proven to provide us with the beauty, detail and embellishments that we would not otherwise see. Well I think that’s enough said!
Glenda
I think you do a great job on your blog, I love the tutorials, I’ve learned so much from them, my friends husband made several of us bow makers and he’s now working on the flower loom thing from your blog. I love your cards and all the layers and mixing of die cuts. Thanks so much!!!
Don’t let the tail wag the dog! Your creative genius and ability to teach and share with us are your ministry. You help us bless other people. The joy and happiness you experience doing this indicate to me that you are doing what you should be doing.
Becca, Becca, Becca – You are tying yourself up in knots……. We come to visit you because we like what we see and if we learn something along the way – well all to the good. You started your blog for your ‘release and pleasure’ not to educate your followers. Don’t get me wrong, I adore all your tutorials (and I look forward to them) but this is your page and we keep coming back because we like you and your talent is beyond compare.
I’m afraid if you went over to Facebook I would miss visiting you daily and I would be very sorry.
Please stay just as you are but only if it gives YOU pleasure.
Hugs
Heather (UK)
x
Hi Becca
I am not a big blog lover really, there are only a few I regularly follow but yours is top of the list. I live in England and love to see the new spellbinders on your blog to get a taste of what is to come. You are such an inspiration to me and I regularly tell fellow crafters about your blogs. I was even at a demo yesterday when one of my fellow crafters showed the demonstrator how to do a ribbon bow and guess whose blog he got it off? Yes you’ve guessed it, yours! You simply can’t improve on perfection and your blog offers everything I need. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
I can’t begin to imagine the time you spend on card making, tutorials, and the blog! It is appreciated by many! I love when you share bits about your life…I don’t want you to feel you need to be “cranking out” cards and tutorials like a factory, because, as much as we all enjoy them, your true gifts from God are showcased when you are doing something YOU enjoy. Though my cards aren’t ever exquisite like yours and I can’t afford to buy many stamps, spellbinders, etc., I draw a ton of inspiration and ideas from your blog and always leave feeling blessed. What more could a girl ask for???!!! Thanks Becca!
BEST WISHES,ALWAYS…………..BECCA.
I just love tuning into your blog each time I receive an e-mail. You teach me so much with your ideas and videos which I just love love love. You inspire me so very much. I just really love all your work and always try to copy. Your blog is 1 that I alway tap into for ideas because everything is so perfect, I too am blessed to have the internet so I can see your beautiful work each day. Thank You So Much.
I have been subscribing for just a little over a month now and I look forward each day to reading your blog and viewing the beautiful work you do….it is such an inspiration for me to try new techniques and variations with my existing materials……you are an amazing and talented artist….I love the diversity and creativity that you have with your tutorials……..thank you so much for sharing and teaching your passion with all of us!
Hi Becca I sat down to write my comments and find that all has been said I have followed your blog for a very long time. I started when looking for inspiration for my new spellbinder. I did not imagine I would get so many ideas and inspiration. I can only add never change Becca, you are a truely lovely person.
Love seeing your creations so went with that however also think the tutorials are also invaluable. I really enjoy reading your blog and eagerly await the email telling me there is a new post. As I think others have said you must do what is right for you and makes you content, please don’t change – you are an inspiration in many ways. Anne x
Becca I don’t want to choose any of your poll options….I need one that says “Do what I want to do” cause that’s what I feel you should be doing. It’s your bog – do what you want on it. You haven’t got this many bazillion followers from doing the wrong thing my dear…we love you, it’s obvious. Keep doing what you’re doing…what you enjoy doing and that will shine through to us all. Just one last thing….do not waste your time on Facebook….can’t understand what the big deal with it is to be honest. It just takes you away from creating. What a time waster. xL
This is your blog and you can do what you want to do with it. It’s always been my great pleasure coming here for my daily smile. I voted on develop and create more new tutorials. It’s always fun learning new things and seeing how someone else puts together a project. You run a clean ship hear, by that that I mean its not cluttered at all. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-D
The polls are great,except for this one! Your Blog is perfect, as are you. The only change I would wish to see is the “plan” to shorten the 31 days tips to the 31 best. I’d leave each one as it is- the “best” idea is, of course, the one I haven’t thought of yet. Even the double/quadruple tips are interesting in their different descriptions of the same thing and just go to show you how valuable a tip can be. Sorting the tips out and deleting some of them would be a waste of YOUR precious time. Please continue to take very good care of yourself!
It’s a joy to check in with you each day!
I love everything you do so for me it doesn’t matter.Love your cards.Have a wonderful memorial day.
This was a difficult poll to answer. I needed a “None of the above” option. What you do is so good, I wouldn’t change a thing. I’ve never known anyone so dedicated to what they do. It’s funny, because I was thinking about you and your dedication before I turned the computer on this morning. If you feel you need to do something more, maybe just pick 1 comment randomly each day and reply to it. We would all feel really special to get a personal line from you. I know I check for your blog first thing every morning. I feel like I know you and you are my friend.
Have a blessed day!
May I just ask a favor? If you could just give us an idea of how a card goes together for you. How you decide what kind of spellbinder dies you are going to use, the paper choices (how do you know what goes with what), and what is the general size of each card you make. I guess that would be a tutorial all in itself, wouldn’t it? I am always inspired every time I come by your blog. I just know you are Amazing Paper Grace and I thank God for you everyday!
Personally your blog is great and whatever you do is just fine with me. It’s your blog, I don’t pay you to inspire me (although you do or I wouldn’t be a follower). I so appreciate the time you spend trying to help me learn new things and just looking at what you’ve created is inspiration enough and I think your blog needs to be what you want it to be and needs to focus on what you want it to. Thanks.
Becca,
I look to your blog for inspiration daily!! And you never disappoint!! Your cards are so beautiful and artistically done, I learn just by gazing at them! I also love your tutorials, they help me to learn new tricks and easy ways to do things that look complicated. Your becca bits are always wonderful, and are great “polly pointers” , sorry I had to use that phrase, I just picked it up this weekend. It means great tips to live by! Please keep up on your blog with great cards, tips, videos, and the like. That is why I stop in at your blog every day, to see what is new! I am not a fan of face book and don’t go to the social network sites, I much prefer the blogs with videos, tips, and beautiful cards to see! I don’t care much about chit chat and just love to see the art and crafts!! ~Ginny~
I absolutely love your creations – especially the fact that most are scripture based. I stop by your blog daily for inspiration, even though I will never equal your talent. You are quite blessed! I would be sad if I didn’t have access to your work through your blog. As far as what you post, that is up to you. Don’t overwhelm yourself to the point that it is no longer fun for you! God bless.
Have looked forward to seeing your new cards every day, since I found you site. I wonder what I missed along the way. Your tutorials are wonderful and easy to follow and I have learned a lot. Thanks for taking the time to share your ideas with us along the way. Dianne
Just from reading the last few comments above me I was going to wright the same thing….I too have learned SO much from visiting your blog daily and look forward to it each morning… Never will I become as gifted as you but you diffently draw the best out of me to try new things. And again like all of us are saying; This is your Blog, do what makes you happy at that point in your life. Don’t forget to stop and smell the flowers everyday!
Becca, I love your blog just the way it is. I like facebook to keep up with friends activities but not for stamping sites. I much prefer to go to a blog. I look forward to seeing what you have posted each day. I love the personal glimses you give us into your life, too. Your talent is the best and I get so much inspiration from it.
I learned about your site in a card class I was taking. The bows were the big topic so I looked you up and subscribed – that was at least 5 years ago. No one else comes close to your creativity and you are the one I watch for ideas. Don’t change and don’t try to do it all. I think tutorials are good for the harder cards (like the birdcage) or a brand new technique. I read the prvious comments and it sounds to me like you are doing what is right. Do what makes you happy – it is making us happy.
Lois
I just love your work, how you teach and I have just learned so much from you!!!!! To me the most important thing is your teaching. I would love for ya to drop by and comment and see ya on FB yeah, but….I know you are busy and that being busy brings more knowledge to me. Does that make any sense LOL You do a wonderful job!!!!!! God has blessed you with so much talent and I get the benefit of all your talent through you teaching, thanks!!!!
:-) I didn’t vote today because I can’t decide which one I like better: tutorials or a showcasing of cards…. tough call there I’d be happy with either of those.
Thanks for all you share and inspire me with with.
Becca,
Reread Vickie’s comment – #28. She says it all.
I agree with many of these ladies. Your work is ALWAYS amazing & we are very privileged that you share it with all of us. I only started making cards a few years ago, but I have grown SO MUCH from enjoying your work which gives me such terrific incentive to be creative. Creativity for all of us comes from a special place & you are blessed with a talent that God wishes for you to enjoy & share WHEN you can. The most important part is “for you to enjoy your talent” & the sharing is best when it is good for you. We are all blessed with a talent of some kind & HE wants us to share that with many. But, He also wants us to be happy. I feel you must do what makes you HAPPY. We will enjoy what you “can” share & we will understand what you do not have time enough for. I learn SO MUCH from your tutorials & from all your wonderful creations, but that would not happen if you were not “happy” in doing it. Therefore, I wish for you to do what is BEST for you & we will learn from your choices. Thanks for your generous giving. (I, personally do not do
Facebook & very few other blogs, so that would not be what I would follow.) Pat
Becca,
I too check your blog every day!! Your cards make my heart beat faster as I see all the beautiful creations the Lord gives you!! And when you post a tutorial it is an added bonus!! I say stop “worrying” about what we want or even what you want….as you know, you’ll be happiest doing whatever HE wants you to do!!! And by the looks of your work….that’s what you’re doing!!! I read you EVERY day and am so thankful that you give us so much for free. I seriously get excited everyday to see what the Lord has enabled you to that day!!! LOVE you and your work…..enough said!
You left out the option to just keep on doing what you do! Yours is my favorite blog, and I don’t think you need to change a thing!
Keep on doing what you’re doing. Its all great. You give so much more than anyone else does and I just want you to know that I – and all your readers – really appreciate it.
Becca, We drop in to see what you have made. To read what is on your heart for the day. We are brought to you by what you post from the love you have and share with the passion you show in your crafty. Whatever you have to post is all we can ask for. It is your blog. Don’t make it a “have to make everyone happy” situation. We have all fallen in love with you. Be yourself. That is why we are here. You make our hearts and spirit happy. And even closer to God. Now have a GREAT DAY.
What a conundrum you face! I say, continue to do what makes you happy, that is, whatever makes you shine your beautiful light. I could ask for nothing more, and you’re quite generous to share all that you have.
Thank you for the time you’ve given us.
Ellen ? CardMonkey
Hi Becca, There’s not much more to say after all of the above! You’re doing a great job as is. Thank you for sharing your talents, and your life, with us. You’re AMAZING! xx
personally, i love your style. so i stop by to see what’s new. i also like to see different manufactures products that you show case so well. my favorite think to do after that is to visit the different blog hops. sometimes i don’t find out about them until it’s your day. i like it when your on the first day of the hop. your tutorials are wonderful. i like the way you do them. it makes it very easy to follow. sometimes it looks so easy when you do it. then i try and find out that i have 10 thumbs, how does that happen? so keep up the great work and remember to do what you want and need to do along the way. keep it fun so you wake up looking forward to every day. thanks for all you do.
A day without Becca is a day without sunshine. I need my daily dose of you or the day just doesn’t start for me. Your blog is perfect! I love your writing, your card creations, your teaching, everything. The important thing is to do what you love and it will never become work. I would put that above all.
Thank you, thank you, thank you, for all you have shared. Every morsel is deeply appreciated.
Hi Becca, my time is limited blog surfing so I visit my besties when they pop up in my email feeds. I love all your creative card examples and love your visual tutorials . In the words of the Golden Girls……Thank you for being a friend !
P.S. I forgot to mention, that I have no idea how you do it all. Life seems to get in my way, just keeping up with my comments and ogling your cards, reading your blog and Becca bits and watching your videos, How you manage to create your cards, write your blog and Becca bits, create your videos, etc must be exhausting. To make a short story longer, dear lady, if you have to cut something out, cut the bits that give you the least pleasure. We’ll still love you and enjoy whatever it is you feel you can do.
Cheers from your fan up north!
the first one, and the last 2 :)
Happy Memorial day
Susan
PS…I am one of the people, who have asked over and over again a question that has not been answered, i even did the contact you thing.
Hi there friend. I feel that I know you a little bit through your blog and feel that you are a friend to all of us. Whatever makes you happy makes us happy. The compassion you share of your creations just inspires me to create and share with others too. Not only that, but you bring me joy each day as I look at your new idea or card and feel the love of the Lord in your life.
I agree with most of the women here that love your blog for whatever you have on it. We’ve all subscribed to it because we love your work AND the things you share. You’re one of my favorites because it’s all good!
I do have a favorite thing though, and that is your tutorials.
Don’t try to please everyone…God has given you a great gift and He wants you to share it with great joy!!!
oh Becca, keep the cards, porjects and tutorials coming. my day would be so blah without your work. God has given you a talent to share – we love you and your blog so much. my day just wouldn’t be the same without you
Awe Becca, You are so thoughtful to ask this question. As you always are. You question is kinda of like asking which part of Christmas do you like best and want more of. But I have to admit, I love your tutorials best. You speak slow enough for me to take notes and fast and clear enough to get right to the point. Your tutorials are very comprehensive but easy to understand.
I do however, enjoy your little behind the scenes explanations of what you do with all your cards and how you package and mail them. And your organization tips and Becca Bits. I also love hearing if you got featured in magazines so I can look for you. And I do look for your work in every one of them.
Thanks for the neat poll.
-Blessings,
Kim K.
Becca,
As I said often, yours is my favourite blog. Your work is exceptional. My favourite thing is the clear tutorials you give. My interest right now is flower making and I enjoyed the ones you did but I am into the realistic flowers done with the different punches and would love to see more of that on your blog. I look forward to your new card each day. Thanks for being such an inspiration. Mary
I love your bits, tips, cards, and tutorials. I do wish some times I had a printable copy of your tutorials since I don’t have home Internet and some times don’t remember all the steps after watching the video at the library. Beautiful work from a beautiful heart
Donna
Hi Becca ~ I am grateful for your presentation just as it is. Your tutorials are easy to follow and the information that you provide after each card is excellent. Your thoughts as you created your art for the day are sweet and I enjoy reading them in addition to the ‘amazing quotes’. Thank you for being such a friendly lady and sharing your lovely work. As the adage goes, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it:) Blessings.
Becca, you cards are always beautiful and inspiring. Your tutorials on the more involved techniques are well done and always worth watching. I look forward to you blog every day. Thank you for sharing all you do with us.
Becca, your work is beautiful and I would be content just to view the cards and projects you make each day. I think the reason most people want more tutorials speaks to the lack of time and/or opportunity and/or money many people lack to take a class or learn a technique. I know where I live on Long Island (NY) so many stores closed and there are about two places to take a class. In years past, there were many others! So sad. It is tough here for many store owners competing with Michaels, AC Moore and Joannes that we are also lucky to have all over the island. But, they, too, do not offer classes. That combined with the lack of time to attend whatever classes are offered make it very difficult to learn. So we turn to our blogs which really give us so much in the way of inspiration and direction. Whatever you are able to share with us is so very much appreciated. You should be having as much fun as we are and if not, something needs to change. Thank you!
Becca – We all follow you for what you do best — stellar creativity! Please continue with that. I see value in you perusing the comments as you shape your thoughts for tutorials, projects, etc. As a blog follower, I don’t think it is realistic to expect a personal response to comments.
Becca you are such a blessing to your readers and with your God given talent, I want you to do whatever you feel like doing on any given day and we will be thankful.
Becca, Becca you are AMAZING!
I love your blog just as it is. Please don’t change a thing. I think your talent is a gift from GOD and you inspire me. I especially like the scripture cards. I look forward to your postings. I was following a blogger that changed her style based on her followers comments and her blog has changed significantly, not as interesting. Thank you for sharing all you do.
Forget FB – it’s a colossal waste of time. Keep doing what you’re doing – cards and tutorials. Just do what you feel. Continue doing it with elegance and inspiration. I do wish I knew where to buy your exquisite lace ribbons. They appear to be French imports.
Dear Becca,
I start my day with Becca and a cup of java. I DO NOT FACEBOOK! I check in with you each day for the inspiration which your blog provides. I have used your blog as inspiration and MOTIVATION to use the toys that I have in my studio — thanks for the silent kick in the behind!!! I love the tutorials, the projects and all that your blog offers I have a blast watching you do a tutorial– I watch you and then I jump up and go and get the supplies I need and WOW — I have used some of the toys that have sat idle for a while.
So keep up the GREAT work (or fun) looking forward to seeing more of what you have to offer — GIRL YOU REALLY ROCK!!!
Becca, I love visiting your blog on a daily basis – you’re such an inspiration to me and make such beautiful cards. I’m a visual learner so I really enjoy the videos you make and share with us – it’s a great way to learn new techniques for me. I love when you share where you’ve found good bargins for some of your supplies. But in the long run, you need to do what is best for your – you have to please yourself first. I feel that you’ve become a friend to me over the past and if we ever met, it would be like seeing an “old” friend!!!! Thanks again for your daily inspiration. Hugs
Only you would think to ask us these questions. I found this a very difficult pole. Although I love your tutorials I said steady stream of cards and ideas but only because that is what you seem to enjoy most. I think you should spend your time doing whatever makes YOU most happy. Honestly you don’t owe us a thing. Everyone who comes to your blog is blessed with anything and everything you share with us in which ever way you choose to share it. If you start changing things to make other people happy you just might find you are no longer happy with what you are doing. Be happy dear lady be happy.
Blessings Bernie
Becca, I have no expectations and I come to your bog for inspiration, tips and serenity. I am in total awe of what you can accomplish in a day. Your talent and will of sharing enables me and others to leave their troubles and create. Please continue as it is through you that others can obtain peacefulness
I really enjoy the cards you make. I also like the tutorials. I am going to look how to use the regular punches to go around the page. I think you do more than enough for us. Enjoy your life and do what makes you happy.
I think what you’ve shared with us is absolutely wonderful. I don’t care where your muse takes you as your creativity and imagination is very inspiring. Your level of completeness is spot on. Your instructions impeccable.
Now if you could please find the time to make that video on the red and white exploding snowflake from last Christmas, we would be soooo grateful. I remember you mentioned receiving requests for it. Thank you for all you generously give to us. :o)
Carol
I LOVE every card that you make. You inspire me. Thank you for posting all the beautiful cards and tutorials. Just keep doing what you are doing and what makes you happy. You make us happy looking and admiring your work.
Hugs
Lizette
I love your blog because it is very creative, varied and informative. I have learned a lot of techniques and gotten many ideas that I plan to use when I retire next month. I love spellbinders and own a lot of them. Through you I have found our daily bread stamps and love them. Just wished I could buy them all. Keep up the good work and may God be with you and your family. Don’t change a thing!
Becca, I have to agree with the very first blog entry. You are ‘Stellar’ in bringing to your blog a steady stream of exceptional talent, insight and down to earth views along with beautiful works of paper art. I feel I could just ‘stop by your home’ and be comfortable just chatting away. I have learned so much from what you have shared here. As some have written, you are a wonderful ‘teacher’. Also, I do not have facebook or twitter. Just maintaining a blog is enough for me! I look forward to seeing your creations. All your tutorials and little ‘Becca’ bits are great. Thank you for being so detailed in listing everything you use to make your projects. You truly enjoy/love what you are doing and it is appreciated. Hugs!
I pretty much like what you’re doing. If the polls take too much time, I could live without polls. I like the Becca Bits and the cards and the video tutorials. I don’t do Facebook, so if anything requires me going there to see it, I don’t do it. Thanks for all you do for us! You’re AMAZING!
I can only say that I do so enjoy looking at your blog. I can totally understand about setting a time for computer use. I often wonder where the last several hours have gone as I visit the many blogs I have bookmarked. Some sites I don’t visit everyday but yours is the one that is first on my list to always visit. Your cards are amazing and I learn so much from your tutorials. Thanks for all you do. Enjoy your creative time.
This is your website, blog, etc. We love whatever we are able to see/hear/ etc. You need to do what is working for you at any given time. I don’t think I’m a big blogger, so probably enjoy other things I find here, but you are in the driver’s seat. Go girl!
I enjoy whatever card or technique you show us. You are so generous doing so. I do not do facebook or any other social media so I wouldn’t see anything you would put on those sites. I think you should do whatever makes you happy. If you create a card or technique and share it with us, we are blessed. If you want to take the day off to do something else, who are we to complain?? That would be immensely selfish of us. Your work is inspirational and beautiful. Never give it up.
Thanks for being so considerate and asking our opinions… I’d say go with what makes your heart and head happy. When you’re doing something that you love and enjoy, then that will come through to us!
Personally, I don’t use social media and I actually learn better from being able to view still shots/photos – not video tutorials. My connection speed for the computer is slow so trying to watch something that moves on the screen is cumbersome and discouraging. I love to see your actual cards and the basic ingredient list.
Just photographing and setting up your narrative is time consuming; so I can’t imagine how much time it takes to post, blog surf, explore for yourself, create videos, etc. Crafting and maintaining a blog should be fun for you – so go with what makes you the happiest! We’ll love it no matter what!
Becca
I could not choose any of the things you gave as what or where to go with your blog as I am extreeeeeemly happy with where you have gone with it and what you are doing with it daily!!! If anything I would love to see you stay the way you are headed I truely look forward to this blog every single day!!!
Thanks
Michelle
Becca, todays survey was hard to choice just one. My vote was for tutorials but I am blessed with your blog just the way it is. A little of everything. I so appreciate your talents and do so look forward to each new creation of yours. And, it is always good when you can do what you love!
Please yourself, that is the most important. Whatever makes you happy, you do it. We love seeing what makes you happy.
I’m torn Becca … this is YOUR blog and you can do whatever you want with it. I am only here for the ride (and what a wonderful, wild ride it has been). I enjoy your tutorials and your amazing cards. Some I look at briefly while I sip coffee, and others I spend all morning, deconstructing, and dazzled how such a masterpiece was created. If you want to link your blog to FB, or spend more time at other blogs do it.
I would miss your wonderful work tho.
I did not vote because I love everything about your blog and look forward to reading it every day. I have learned so much from your tutorials and videos. I hope you continue your blog in whatever way makes you happiest.
Please just do what makes you happy! Crafting is a therapy for me and If it doesn’t make me happy the creative juices do not flow. You have such a precious gift, please yourself and do what makes you happy.
I second everything that has been said. We just love what you do!
Paulla
Hi Becca,
I love your Blog! I get so much inspiration from your cards and tutorials.
It’s your Blog and I think you should be able to use it how ever way you want to. Either way, thank you for sharing all your beautiful items with us.
It’s very hard for me to vote on this poll. I think you should be able to spend your time the way you would like. Your blog is the first one I check each day. I love your fantastic creations and your tutorials are wonderful. But if you don’t post for a day or two or a week, I can live with that. Do what makes you happy!
Your blog is what inspires me to try new things. I’m more of a straight line, symmetrical (to a fault) person, and you inspire me to add lace and bows and more layers than I ever thought I would! I didn’t vote on the poll–because there wasn’t a space for KEEP DOING WHAT YOU’RE DOING–that would be my choice. There are days that I open up your blog and you just blow my mind away with the beautiful creation you’ve done!
As far as Facebook, I know I have my blog linked to that via Networked Blogs–and when I put up a new blog post, it automatically shows up on Facebook, too. Maybe that would work for yours, also?
Overall–just keep on keepin’ on. You are one of the most talented cardmakers I’ve seen, and I enjoy all you create. Thank you for sharing your talents with us!!!!!
Becca, As I read through each comment, I though… I wanted to say that! Because you ARE a great inspiration to so many. Please…don’t change a thing, as so many said. You do have “amazing” talent and I love your work. I thank you for sharing!
How sweet of you to ask. I hope the results won’t see you giving up one activity for another – maybe just changing the proportionate time if you do anything. You blog rates a 10 on a scale of 1-10. It is always updated. Material information is concisely placed and the instructions are perfect. You do a tutorial when it seems necessary and you are true to your art. Please don’t let a few unhappy campers change you in a negative direction. And remember too, there are probably 3 people who look for every one that comments – count the silent majority as well. They wouldn’t keep coming back if there were problems.
As far as social media and e-mail. I don’t expect Martha Stewart to answer my e-mail or chat with me on Facebook and I personally think you have more to offer than she does. That’s the price of “fame” and you are famous. I don’t think there’s a stamper out there that doesn’t know “Becca.”
Keep up the good work…..
Becca, I said add more features and tutorials, but do whatever YOU need to do to inspire you because I know when something is fun to me and I run it in the ground it becomes trudgery. Every time I log on and see an email from you I get excited and immediately that is the first thing I look at. So, please do whatever you enjoy first and foremost because I think that will show on your blog and your cards and you always sound so enthuastic. Just don’t do anything to change what you enjoy!
Everything you share is GREAT! I look forward to seeing your cards every day. They are so beautiful, always. And I always get ideas when I see them. This is certainly supposed to be a way for you to share what YOU love and want to share, so that is the priority. But I must confess, my selfish nature wants to get info I can use, too. So, I voted for the tutorials, because then I am sure I get as much as possible from your brilliant ideas. But anything you share is certainly valued. Thanks for your generosity.
I can’t speak for all your readers, but I think we love everything you do for us so anything is great! The tutorials are nice, but I know they take a lot of time. Anything you choose to share is valued and cherished. Thank you for your time. :)
hi there,Becca…………..
i read your blog every single day before even brushing my teeth……….lol
u r just amazing………………………sharing E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G with us,may The Lord bless you and give you abundant happiness in all your endeavours……..i live in dubai and am an ardent follower of your blog……
YOUR DESIGNS ROCK!!!!!!!!!……………………….
Becca, while I love the blogs & shopping online, it can sure eat up time. I don’t do facebook or twitter ’cause it eats up too much time. I’d love to see more tutorials, especially if you posted them in PDF form. I find PDF files much easier to save for reference. I do like the recipe you list for completing your projects. I also enjoy your videos on youtube. Keep doing what you’re doing. As long as it makes you happy. Have a great week!
Becca,
I’ve commented a few times before on your blog. I do get it in my E-mail daily so I can look at it first thing. I love all the wonderful tutorials you share with us and your creations inspire me. I do understand time restraints more than you know. I think although we all love your blog now, you should do what makes you happy.
I greatly enjoy all that you do on your blog, but my favorite part is the tutorials, and they are a huge help to me personally. I appreciate all the time and effort it takes to put this blog together and I am happy when you are happy with the results. Thanks so much for asking what your fans think. Blessings on you and yours.
I love your elegant style and your tutorials are such a gift. Thanks for sharing what you do and how you do it. Ann Lind
Becca I think anything you share with the rest of us will always be useful. I have only recently discovered your blog, and am so enjoying it everyday. Your creations are totally awesome. So just the fact that you are sharing a little bit of yourself with us everyday is great. Please continue as you have been, because what makes you HAPPY, makes the rest of us HAPPY, too!!!!!! :) Blessings………
Becca, dear – there’s not much more to say that hasn’t already been said. But I’d say, don’t change a thing. We all follow you because we LOVE what you do. Your work is so beautiful and YOU are an inspiration. I have learned so much in the short time I’ve known about you. We all feel like we know you because you share more than cards with us – you share your life. We hope that you get as much from us as we get from you. Please, don’t change. Do what makes you happy – don’t stress. The Lord has blessed you with a talent and we are all so blessed that you share it with us!
Becca, you have a wonderfully creative gift which you freely share, and we love you for it. I think people have voted for your tutorials because they are so well done…and we learn so much from them. We are also inspired by each of your cards and find the other blog items interesting. Do what makes you happy, omit the rest of it, and your faithful following will certainly benefit from that.
Not that I’m an expert at this and I may be totally wrong (I often am!) … but I wonder if you miss that look on people’s face as you’re presenting. It gives one a sense that one is either reaching folks or boring them. I surf quite a bit and believe me I’m always surprised at the number of comments you get from your creations (and believe me well deserved!). I think you should continue to do what makes you happy. I also think in general surveys are a bit hard to answer because there may be two options that could answer the question and when one is forced to provide only one I’d rather not answer the survey rather than give a wrong impression. I love your blog as it is, you give us a good mix of tutorials, tips, things to ponder, new ideas and many times a different way of looking at things. I always love seeing your cards, but if you don’t have one I enjoy reading about your adventures to craft stores or just a new idea you came up with, or something you’re working on. Tks for sharing with us! (sorry for the long post!)
I love your blog. It is like an oasis that I check into frequently. Looking for inspiration sometimes, or a tutorial that shows a little less expensive way to do something. I love the bows and tutorials. My DH really made me one of bow makers and I can actually make a decent looking bow. I enjoy seeing how you have combined colors and patterns and textures. I am very pattern challenged so I am starting to break out and use some patterns too.I guess the bottom line is that what makes you happy probably makes all of us happy too. Your happy translates into your work, which in turn inspires and blesses us, which then makes us happy too. Now how can you beat that. Hugs from Nebraska.
Becca, I love your blog just the way it is…….the different ways you use punches, put Spellbinder dies together idea’s I would have never thought of !
When you show how it’s done I always try and go did it myself. Great insperation for me, and I tell my friends too. I always look at your blog everyday.
I did not vote because first of all it is your blog and you should do it the way you feel led to do it and be true to yourself.
I think that is the main reason behind having a blog… to express yourself.
It is absolutely wonderful the way it is anyway. Just continue to be fueled by your amazing creativity and it will not lead you wrong.
I will add though that I don’t care at all for Facebook however you should do whatever you want to.
I think you are immensely talented. I look forward to seeing what you create and am always deeply impressed.
I appreciate you sharing with us like you do and most of all I appreciate your love and devotion to God.
Becca I visit your blog everyday, your cards are true inspirations. I have a facebook page, but rarely use it. Even as a blog reader I have limited time to spend on the computer, so I am picky about the blogs I visit, as I am sure is the case for most of us. I come to your blog because of what you offer – a true generous heart, a creative genus, a kind sharing spirit, a Godly women. There are times when I try one of your marvelous tuts, and just can’t wrap my mind around a concept in that case I’ll ask a question or send an email, but I’m not offended if I don’t get an answer, I know your a busy lady. I love your blog and appreciate all you do. I wouldn’t change a thing, Thank you.
I love getting my coffee and seeing what card you’ve put out there for us each day ( Sunday are Becca days here, where I look at your cards and try to make one so You have a day named after, you should be a Holiday)
It brings me great peace of mind even if there are a few words under my breath as I try to make them lol but I love every min. of it . Do what feels best for you, FB I don’t like , and I too although very nice of you “blog candy” isnt an important issuse with me to follow you. Cards are my number one thing I like form you all though a card does come along that I can’t figure out like the “bird cage” that pops out of the litte box a tutorial for that would be Awsome !
Do what you love the most and the rest of us will follow we’re here to offer you what ever you need in support. I have other blogs I go to when I’m looking for something but I never miss a day with you been visting you since you started and your our cyber .friend so missing coffee with you throws off my day.So I voted for “Showcase a steady stream of cards and projects” I know though that one card can take hours even a day to make so don’t worry about showing a “steady stream”
We love you Becca so only do what you can and what makes you Happy .
Yours is the first and only blog I have ever followed. I have visited some but not regularly. I love your style of cards and think I have improved my cards and have had a lot of fun working with ribbon in new ways. I appreciate so very much the manner in which you are handling your grief with courage and strength. My husband is in the late stages of dementia and I don’t always display those qualities. Your example helps me to keep moving. it would be so easy to just sit and stare into space. Instead, I keep working on my craft and buying new spellbinders and stamps. It’s amazing how many one can want. Thank you again. Judy
While I don’t often leave comments on your blog I ALWAYS open it to feast my eyes upon what you have created…..such wonderful eye candy and so inspiring. You have sooo many creative ideas and your tutorials and what you share in your writing are always helpful to me. While I follow quite a few blogs I have my favorites – yours is amazing and all I can say is keep on doing what you have been doing.
Hi Becca,
I, like so many of your readers visit your blog daily and it ALWAYS brings a smile to my face. I am truly in awe of you and your most beautiful work. You have inspired so many people, not only with your beautiful works of art–but with your spirit and strength and hope. We are the ones that are blessed for having you in our lives. I have learned so much from you and your awesome tutorials. Things that I would never ever try, you show how to do it and do it beautifully ( and you always give super tips too).. I say, let all the Facebook people come here, to your fantastic blog. It is perfect and I like “sharing” a little part of your life. God is good and has placed your right where you need to be for now, with us.
Hugs and Blessings
Monica M
Oh, Becca! You want me to choose one answer!
Like you, there is not enough time to do all I would love to do. I love your cards, your videos are fun to watch (lots of ‘Duh’ moments in those :D ), your thrifty tips are so helpful and your polls are fun.
I have a facebook page, so I can see what my kids are up to. I rarely post.
I have to say, stay with what you are doing. Your blog is an inspiration and I appreciate the time you share with us. I may not always leave a comment but I do enjoy my time with you. Thank you.
I’m with the top 60% who love your tutorials and ideas! It looks to me from the poll that you are doing exactly what the huge majority of us are hoping for, and you do it so well. That is what attracted your loyal following and seems to be “who you are” so I don’t think you need to worry about changing a whole lot. We love you just the way you are.
Becca!
I believe you’re doing EVERYTHING RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!! I read a couple of the posts before mine & I HAVE TO AGREE, what makes you happy, makes others happy!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE how you share your BEAUTIFUL CREATIONS, your tutorialsl, your giving us ways of doing things cheaper…. You’re SO INSPIRING!!!!!! I look for your blog everyday!!!!!!!!!!!! In the long list of emails that come through, yours is the FIRST I go to!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for sharing with us ALL of your knowledge!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I feel like I can make nicer cards… because of YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep up the GREAT work!!!!!!!!! HUGS!!!!!!!! :) ( Here’s a question, maybe one you can’t answer, but here goes! I can’t get to the craft store very often, being they’re so far away. I also find the plates for the cuddle bug to warp quickly, eventhough I use both sides…space my cuts out…. I find I just go through these plates quickly! Especially, if I used them like you do!!!!!!!!!!! Is there ANYTHING ELSE that can be used in place of these????? ) Thanks Becca!!!!!!!!!
Becca,
What a gold mine! I just found your YouTube videos. Now I have inspiration just waiting for me. Your style is so beautiful. I really appreciate your frugal information as it is so easy to spend a fortune to make beautiful cards. Thanks for your inspiration!
Blessings,
Julie
Hey Becca!
I try not to fill up your blog responses to often, that is a lot of reading and that coupled with email gets to be very much too time consuming, taking time away from the one thing we all love ~ the Creation of Cards. The constant flow of people through your blog will always be high because you have an immense amount of talent that everyone enjoys. You express your care for us as you share in your tutorials, but none of it is worth anything if you aren’t allowed to do what you do best ~ create. I stop by at least once a day and sometimes more when I am looking for something I am sure is in your archives, but I would be happy if you just posted the cards and gave a vague idea of the contents you used. All the rest is just icing on the cake. Two years ago, I got so caught up in the computer aspect of life that everything else suffered. Finally I said enough, I limit the amount of time actually spent on the puter and create with lots more time and ease. It is a precious gift to have back. My jubby says he can tell the difference as well, he said I stopped singing when I was occupied on the computer, and I am back to singing again. Let yourself sing Becca, give yourself the time you need, we will be very happy with whatever you put out. God has blessed both you, and us to have you. Enjoy the blessings, go create.
Becca – It is YOUR blog and I check it out every single day just to see your beautiful, awe-inspiring creations. You do what it is your heart tells you to do, not what others might nag you for. Everybody can find something wonderful to take away from your blog.
I love you and your blog just the way you are. It’s your blog – you can do what you want. Do what makes you happy. We are so blessed that you share all your beautiful creations and talent with us.
In answering your poll, I was torn. I did check the one for more tutorials, but I love seeing a steady stream of your beautiful cards. Often seeing them is enough. Once you’ve done the “thinking out of the box” for me, I can figure out how to do it. I’m pretty good with the mechanics. It’s the creative that you have that I am lacking. Thanks for asking! :o)
Becca, your cards are wonderful and I really appreciate that you have one showing most every day! Also, love the blog candies you offer. Would like to know how you get your card layers to look so smooth (no buckling), and how you make your pins? What products do you use for pop dots and pins? If you’re looking to expand, would love to see more colored up stamp images or digitals. Just my humble opinion – I know you promote Spellbinders but my opinion of them is that they are pricing themselves out of business. The dies have gotten ridiculously expensive and I quit buying them and believe me, I have all of them up to the latest release when I decided enough was enough with Spellbinders. Not to mention, they don’t respond to emails. Hope you’re having a wonderful holiday.
Don’t change a thing. I think that is why I like your blog. It’s beautiful to look at, informative, it instructs and we can feel what your heart it saying. Crafting and being creative takes alot of time, getting on the computer can become very consuming and not always constructive. Before you know it, you can waste hours by looking at things on the computer. Do what your heart tells you to do. I wish there were more blogs like yours. Sincerely, Cindy
Dear Becca–how can I start this comment–I know first THANKS for all you share with all who visit your blog–there is really nothing that I would change-you have a variety of ideas-answers to our questions-information on products–and I have to say I enjoy your tutorials so much–even though we do not see you your voice tells it all—your are smiling as you speak–I agree with all who have sent in a comment–do what makes you feel good-you inspire all of us–you are an awesome artist. Again thank you for all you do–and may you continue to be blessed each day with good health-joy-laughter and love. Raquel
I love your tutorials and seeing your beautiful cards every day. That is good enough for me. I also am one of those that do not do Facebook and I also dislike bloggers that beg for comments. I never leave a comment when they beg for them. To me that’s like begging for a gift or a compliment and that just isn’t good manners. I limit my internet time because I have too many other more important things that need my attention that I do not want to neglect. Leave your blog as is for now would be my opinion. It’s the right combination for most everyone.
Becca, this is a difficult poll for me to answer. I checked the projects and tutorials as I find your work so inspiring and it encourages me to think outside the box with my own tools and supplies. I also love your cards and find them very inspiring also. In fact today’s card is gorgeous, as always, and so many of your cards and projects make me smile from the job I get just seeing them. Sorry that sounds corny but they do make me smile!!
I echo the sentiments from so many of your followers. I love seeing a new posting and then I marvel at your stunning creations. I am thankful for your tutorials, projects, and cards. I get so much joy out of trying a new technique and my friends enjoy my endeavors. Thank you so much for sharing your talent! You are amazing, just like your blog! Please take good care of yourself so you will continue to enjoy creating! I appreciate all the time, effort, and energy you put into your blog for us. I would never want it to become a burden! Sending you blessings! Shirley
Becca this poll is very difficult for me because you do all the things on the poll already. You inspire me every day so for me just keep on doing what you do, so very very well.
Hugs Linda in New Zealand
I’ve taken many of your lessons and applied them to my cards. As a relative new stamper, your insights and beccabits are invaluable. I appreciate the time you take to explain many ‘how tos’. I look forward to reading your blog and finding answers to question I’ve had. Thank you so very much for caring enough for US to share your knowledge!!!
Sylvia Craig
I agree with many above. This is YOUR site – do what YOU want to. If people need to “chat,” let them do so on Facebook or Tweet or whatever (I’m not into ANY of that stuff myself) Your cards and tutorials are priceless – you could be getting rich with your tutorials if you charged for us to download them! There are few other blogs that even interest me, but yours is a daily treat.
While I am waiting for your web page to load I always feel like I am standing at locked doors to a store full of wonderful things and I am waiting for the doors to open. Just the anticipation is exciting. And I am never disappointed when the door opens to your page with all the wonderful cards, projects and tutorials.
Your blog is perfection. Why mess with perfection. If you are happy with it, we are happy with it.
Sorry Becca I haven’t voted in this poll. You are already so generous with your time, energy, tutorials, tips etc. etc. I am just so happy to have found your blog – I’ve learned so much but mostly I just drool over your fab work. I wouldn’t wish your hobby to become a burden to you, so, you MUST do whatever gives YOU most satisfaction and joy. Those social media sites don’t interest me – I’m a greedy blog hopper addict!
Heartfelt gratitude for all you’ve given us but don’t forget to take good care of BECCA please.
May God bless you richly all the days of your life.
Love from Dublin, Ireland.
I wouldn’t suggest you do anything except what pleases YOU – ‘ cause that’s proven to be what pleases me…otherwise I wouldn’t be here. I would suggest that you NOT ‘get out and about’…that chews up an awful lot of time that would be more beneficially used in creating (trust me, I know). You seem to strike a good balance already of sharing with tutorials and giving your readers what they ask for. Three Cheers for Becca – just the way you are!!!
Becca you are awesome I love your blog and have gotten so many many ideas from things you have done. I have to admit I do not put the ribbon on the things I do because I mail most of my stuff to my family out of state so with postage being what it is, you know what I’m saying. Anyway this is your blog do what makes you happy, I make cards and scrapbook because it makes me happy if I had to do it for a living I would probably grow to hate it or maybe just not enjoy it so much – this is a fun thing so have fun and we will have fun along with you.
I am having a hard time voting on a specific item in this new poll, Becca, dear!! I can say – don’t fret about facebook or ‘getting out and comment more’. So – I can tell you what is not important to me, however, I can’t limit what is important to me (from your list) to just one thing. I am in agreement with others – this is YOUR blog and you need to continue to do what makes you happy – then we’ll be happy because you’re happy and when you go with your muse, then we all benefit. If we get too much of a good thing, then you might wear out – so pace yourself – allow us to give you love comments – and bask in our care for you.
hugs
Sweet Becca, As I’ve said before, your little corner of the web is such a sweet place to stop and rest as we come in from the world. Many have commented that we think of you as our friend, if we meet someday, we would have so much to talk about because we feel we’ve come to know you. We have prayed for you, cheered you on, shed tears for you. You have poured yourself into our lives thru your beautiful creations. We thank you Becca, we want what is best for you. You are a positive influence in a world that’s looking for answers. Becca, you use your God given talent and the platform He has given you to make a difference. The internet is used for so many nasty, evil things. Grab it for the glory of God girl !! Go ye therefore into all the world………. Acknowledge Him in all your ways and He will direct your paths. Iris, Saved by Grace
Becca…please continue doing what you’re doing that makes you happy. I promise to keep watching and loving your Blog! I did answer your questionnaire, but wanted to add a comment, too!
You are my Oprah of the blog world don’t change a thing!! This is where I come to see something beautiful,get a up lifting message and to learn something new. You are the reason I started my blog although I don’t have nearly as many followers as you (26 to be exact)or the dedication that you have to your blog and followers I love haveing my piece of the blog world.
Keep doing what you are doing!!!
I had to laugh after I voted this time… I’m actually with the largest number of voters so far! Hooray!! I don’t do Facebook, etc. so I was extremely happy to see that so far no one else was interested in Facebook! LOL! I subscribe to quite a few cardmakers blogs and I do that because I want to learn new techniques and be inspired in my cardmaking. Just my preference, but I’d much rather spend my free time looking at cardmaker’s blogs and learning things than anything else other than making cards myself. I enjoy your blog as it is… seeing all your beautiful cards and I also enjoy your Becca Bits so I can learn how you do some of the things you do. Keep up the good work!!!!
Becca, I adore your blog and congratulate you for being wise enough to know when you are doing too much. I get so much from seeing your cards and appreciate the tips and tutorials. I protect my time by viewing only a few quality blogs, and must tell you that you post more than any others I read. Please don’t burn yourself out!
Have to quote Beth Moore: One cannot do a thousand things to the glory of God. This helps me to stay on track.
I look forward to your blog and search me email for your link. You have opened new doors for me with your work.
Although I voted for one, I could have easily picked others. In truth, I’m perfectly content with your blog just the way it is.
Hi Bekka
I love your blog!
I would like to click on the first option but I feel that woulbe selfish on my part and I think that, if you would like to, maybe you need to get out and about and visit the other blogs.
Becca, no matter what you give us, we are so fortunate to be able to see and learn from your projects and tutorials. I would much rather that you follow your muse as it comes and don’t sweat the small stuff as we used to say, back in the Dark Ages. I enjoy the basics as well….a reminder is always a good thing and often is “news to me”. I voted for the tutorials as I only got one choice. While I do get on Facebook it is mostly my friends and family….don’t spend much time there.
Please just continue as you have and don’t spread yourself too thin……we want you to keep loving what you do without regarding it as a chore.
Your friend and fan, Linda
I really enjoy your tutorials, but you have to make cards in order to do that, right? I don’t know about you but if I am doing something that doesn’t make me happy, pretty soon I have moved on to something else. Your cards are so awesome!!!! If something needs to go, please don’t let it be the cards or tutorials, lol! We have a need to know how you do what you do!
I LOVE your projects! BUT I am more happy that you are able to make yourself happy by doing what you do!! I aspire to be just like you one day!!!
I WANT to be able to do what makes me happy and I WANT to do MORE of it than I am right now!! I pledge right now to make that happen–Thanks for the inspiration yet again!!!! Keep up the great work!!!
Most of us seem to agree, do what YOU want to do. I love your cards and your tutorials, you are unbelievably talented and generous with your knowledge. I don’t do FB, I don’t have enough time in my days as it is! Since I don’t have a blog you couldn’t comment on it if you tried! Just do whatever makes you happy, Becca. I hope you continue to take us along for the ride of discovery! Be happy above all.
R/
I have no idea how you manage to create something new every day. I so enjoy seeing your work and just love your style. I appreciate the Becca Bits too — just keep on doing what you are doing and you’ll make me happy!
Becca each day when I sit down and turn my computer on I check my emails first. I always look for that email that says you have posted something on your blog. You have captured the style that I love! I love lace, pastel colors and enjoy your cards because that is what you use! You offer such wonderful tutorials that you share with us. Your creative nature just blows me away. You always come up with such unique ways to use papercraft tools. I just hope that you continue being happy with your blog as you are a good friend and I consider you family. We all want you to do things that you enjoy or they become a burden and no fun. Keep up the great job you are doing! I have never joined Facebook and do not intend to join. My family have but I just don’t have the time to keep up with it. Thanks for sharing with us and look forward to your next post.
I love your cards AND your wonderful tutorials.
Becca, each day I look forward to receiving email from you. Your cards are always so intricate. You are so creative in your use of the many tools available these days, and so generous to share your talents so freely. Whenever I get together with my cardmaking friends we always discuss your blog, your tutorials, and your amazing spirit. Keep doing whatever brings joy to your day.
Becca…
I love your Becca Bits and tutorials. I love your Mandela’s the round things you do with punches and the punching that you do when you demonstrate to us. I’ve learned a lot from you. Your an artist..no doubt about it. I love the way your showing us in your cards how to layer and put so many designs together with layering and how you do the bows and your sentiments. I just love everything about your cards. I love it even more when you teach us with your tutorials and Becca bits. Your so generous with you knowledge and skill. I want more more…more of the same..The way you do it is perfect for me. I’m being exposed to things I’ve never thought of before or even tried. Your teaching me how to use my punches. Spellbinder dies and just tools that I didn’t know what to do with them.
Please express yourself..this is what is great..when you create and express yourself we all learn from that. When you do a video or tutorial your helping us even more as some of us learn best by seeing. Seeing the execution of your projects is the best of all.
Your the best Becca and thank you for giving your best to us.
I think of you as one of my teachers. I hope you keep teaching us all for as long as you want to do it. Keep turning out your fantastic original cards.
Love it all just the way you are.
pat
I think I have now gone completely through your blog from start to finish, and I am amazed. Your work is so beautiful, your words so kind as you speak through this blog. What a testament to your faith and the talent with which you have been blessed. I look forward to seeing what you present in the coming days.
I agree. I would have clicked 1 and you, making a steady stream of cards, also. I am able to create some beautiful cards by looking at your creations and then following your tutorials. The basics are always important also. I look forward to your blog every day. Knowing how much time it takes to keep up with the blog and everything else, I would understand that you need to narrow it all down. We enjoy everything you do, Becca and we are grateful for it all, but, there are only so many hours in the day to work on the computer. We’d much rather see your beautiful cards. They are such an inspiration.
Becca,
I love your blog. this is the only one that I will look at on a daily basis if you offer something. You should do what you like to do. You are so creative and have such a wonderful style that is reflected in your work. Your tutorials are wonderful. They are clear and precise with great instructions for completing steps to making a great cards. Informative, creative, educational. What more could you ask for!
Its funny this is a topic here or anywhere. I often said to my hubby I don’t know where some people get all the time they spend on here LOL There are only so many hours in a day. I have facebook but never look at it, same goes for twitter LOL There are so many wonderful blogs out there and the talent blows me away. I have learned so much from you and many othesr who take the time to share their knowedge. I love to learn and try new things. In the end do what makes you happy LOL.
Dear Becca…we love your blog not only for the wonderfully creative and inspirational cards you share with us but also for you being so generous in sharing a bit of yourself with us EVERY DAY! I start my day with your blog and a cup of coffee and just love knowing you will be there to creatively set the tone for the rest of my day. Please do what makes you happy! Those of us who look forward to our daily dose of Becca do so because we love what you share with us…be it another beautiful card, a Becca bit or any of the other wonderful things we find here. I wholeheartedly agree with an earlier post…”if it ain’t broke don’t fix it”. Thank you for being you.
Darling Becca, this is YOUR blog, you should do what makes you happy otherwise it becomes drudgery and you won’t have fun. i feel privledged that you allow us to see and share so much of yourself as it is. i come to your blog daily because i feel connected to you and frankly because of the art you make.. it is always stunning. so let go of whatever expectations you feel you owe us, we are lucky to get inspiration, tips, ideas from you. do what makes you happy, if a reader doesn’t like it , they don’t have to read you imho. God bless you
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Becca this is your blog that we all come to see because we like what we see here….if we didn’t, you would not have the following that you have. Life is so short, so if I were you I would do what makes you happy and are comfortable with. You are such an inspiration to us all, so whatever you do we will be happy with.
LOL Eileen<3
Dearest Becca,
I am going to echo much of what has already been said. You are truly a special soul and that you are so giving and sharing with your “amazing” talents is a GIFT to us all. I must tell you that yours is the only blog I devoutly visit every day! You are such an inspiration and I believe that is so because you are doing what makes you happy…you must listen to your muse always. We come here to be a part of your world, to feel your kindness and friendship while learning amazing things…for however long you choose to offer your blog to us we will follow :D
With love and hugs,
Beth P
Becca I stop everyday to check out what wonderful creations you have done…with the exception of holidays.. as it’s a crazy time during those. But i enjoy seeing a great new card each day…or project. But I will say that your tutorials have been wonderful and i am always pleased to see one of those… In the end, however, I think we all excel at what we are enjoying the most… so that said, I think whatever you enjoy the most gives us the best end project! Just know you have been doing a fabulous job!!!!
That was hard……to pick just one. I love seeing a new card or project everyday, it really makes me want to create something….anything. But if you don’t have time in your studio to just create, you’ll be unhappy. I love all the tutorials even the ones you say are sooooo easy that blow my mind. You may not need to visit other blogs for inspiration as you seem filled with your own, but I’m always grateful for your linking us to others as I need lots of inspiration. The blog hops allow that, but I certainly can get behind on other things if I allow it. We thank you for all you give now and will continue to be grateful for what we get.
Becca, your cards are SO gorgeous! I love your creations and know it takes valuable time to make them and share them with us. I really appreciate the tutorials. I love learning new ways of crafting and you seem to always share something I’ve never thought of before. We never want your blog to feel like a chore, so please share what you have time for, but most of all leave time for yourself to enjoy life! You must keep important things a priority. After this life, that’s all that really matters!
I visit your blog almost everyday and sometimes more than once. I love all you do and just love your creativity. I love the cards and use your ideas. The tutorials are also a big plus because I have learned so much from you. Keep doing what you love to do because I believe that if things are not enjoyable then one cannot give it their best!!
Becca, Your cards, tutorials, storys etc. are what I look forward to every day when I visit your blog. I think the blog reaches more of us and allows you to post cards, tutorials etc. Facebook and twitter leave a lot to be desired as far as content is concerned. On the blog, you can go into as much (or as little) detail as you want. Answering emails…hmmm. Please continue to do what makes you happy, most of us will follow you wherever you are. You are very much loved, personally and creatively. God has blessed you and he blesses us with you. Thank you.
love the vintage look, as always a must do card.
I voted for you to do what you love and that for me cards were more important than the videos but I just gotta ask if there is any way to get the “how to” on your card you did with the bird cage I got the bird die from spellbinder so I could make this for my mother in law but I just can’t tell from the picture how you got it to come out of the box. would like any help on this so I can make it for her birthday this month .thanks again for all you teach us.
I like all your cards, but I guess I enjoy the tutorials the most as you have such a great voice and are so good at showing us how you do whatever you’re doing/making. Thanks for everything. Edna
Hi Becca, I love EVERYTHING about your blog! Especially your tutorials, as they are so educational! I think you should just go with your heart, and keep doing what you have been: Inspiring us with your GORGEOUS CREATIONS!!! Thanks so much for being there! Barb
I love you just the way your are…..
Hi Becca,
I LOVE your blog – yours is in my top two on my list that I check out whenever I go to my favorite blogs list, so therefore I guess I’m happy with whatever you do! My point being: this is YOUR blog and you should do whatever YOU want to do on it. Obviously you’ve made a TON of us happy out here in Blogland, so I say, “Keep up the good work!” After all…you DO inspire us! YOU and your BLOG are AWESOME!!!!!
Thanks for EVERYTHING!
Cindy :)
I look at your blog regularly and and inspired by what I find there. You are truly blessed and able to be so creative. I encourage you to continue to inspire so many of us that need your muse to push us to be creative. Creativity is a gift, please keep sharing if you are able. thank you
Becca
Happy (happiness), Hope, and healing is what I find and feel when I visit your blog. And if I may say DITTO to Pat’s(#81) comment. I start my day with your blog. I have been on travel 5/30-6/3/11 and the first thing I did when I got home was check your blog. And I all could say WOW Becca you’ve been busy. Do what makes you happy, that’s what makes it fun for “YOU”
” Be Happy Don’t Worry”
we’ll be right here following our favorite girl!!! you do know her, right???
Her name is B-E-C-C-A!
God Bless and Keep You!
Miss G in Texas