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Today I’m sharing another sweet sentiment from Quietfire Design called The Secret of Genius.  I just can’t bear to put the sentiment on the inside of the card because I think they are drop dead gorgeous for center stage on the front.

One of my favorite new shapes is Spellbinders™ Labels Twelve; the curved edges remind me of a vintage shape.  My card is simple, but I stacked the shapes and used one of the throw away pieces from Spellbinders™ Lattice Borderabilities® Petite as corner pieces.   For the curly tendril on my flower I used Spellbinders™ Doodleparts.   The unique lacy ribbon is Mays Art – it’s totally wired and posable ;-)

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  Quietfire Design – The Secret of Genius
Paper:  DCWV – Mariposa, The Paper Company – Pink with Gold Dots
Ink:  Green Dye Based Ink
Accessories:  Spellbinders™ Labels Twelve, Spellbinders™ Doodle Parts, Spellbinders™ Lattice Borderabilities® Petite,  Pearls, Mays Art Ribbon

Thanks for stopping by today!!
 

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  • Sandi AshJanuary 15, 2010 - 5:55 am

    I wasn’t sure I liked Labels Twelve when is was released but seeing your card is moving me off the fence. Who’d have thought you could end up with such a pretty bow from such a lacy ribbon. Thnaks for this lovely card.ReplyCancel

  • annekeJanuary 15, 2010 - 6:10 am

    pretty card again Becca
    fine day
    annekeReplyCancel

  • RobbieJanuary 15, 2010 - 6:24 am

    Gorgeous card, Becca! I love that ribbon and that it’s wired!!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJanuary 15, 2010 - 6:27 am

    Gorgeous card Becca, I’m liking that labels 12 die, have to have that one. Very nice composition and beautiful colors chosen. Wired ribbon, such a delight to work with it just stays in place. LOL! TFS!!! :-]ReplyCancel

  • SallyJanuary 15, 2010 - 6:28 am

    hi Becca,
    I think your card has definitely made up my mind about Labels Twelve….”I WANT it!!
    Beautiful card.ReplyCancel

  • AnitaJanuary 15, 2010 - 6:37 am

    Love your colors, the ribbon, everything!ReplyCancel

  • Betty BolandaJanuary 15, 2010 - 6:58 am

    I love all the new labels. Love the colors of your card. I just don’t know how you do it.ReplyCancel

  • Elaine AllenJanuary 15, 2010 - 7:11 am

    Hi Becca –

    What a lovely card, so very elegant. That is such a beautiful sentiment. HAve a wonderful weekend.

    Elaine AllenReplyCancel

  • Mary AnnJanuary 15, 2010 - 7:32 am

    You never cease to amaze me with the cards you create with the nestabilities. I love how you use bits and pieces (and even leftover pieces that most of us throw away) to accentuate a corner or a sentiment. You’re inspiration is awesome!ReplyCancel

  • Judy JacksonJanuary 15, 2010 - 7:44 am

    This is just simply elegant! I love it.ReplyCancel

  • DianeJanuary 15, 2010 - 8:42 am

    Beeca,
    Sigh……Just beautiful. I love all the soft colors. Your creation is
    truely a delight.

    Blessings,
    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Linda EJanuary 15, 2010 - 8:47 am

    Gorgeous card, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • ShirleyJanuary 15, 2010 - 8:59 am

    Your card is so gorgeous. I am liking all the new spellbinders. Love that bow, too.ReplyCancel

  • Mel MJanuary 15, 2010 - 8:59 am

    I just love the way you forefront sentiments in many of your designs. The incredible details you add make them shine! Gorgeous work!ReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanJanuary 15, 2010 - 9:33 am

    Stunning again……..I love this Becca…..I really wish you would do tutorials on your cards……..ReplyCancel

  • MarisaJanuary 15, 2010 - 10:09 am

    LOVE the sentiment. My DH always teases me that I haven’t grown up yet and love being a kid and now I have a quote I can show him LOL! Lovely card showcasing this quote :DReplyCancel

  • Peggy RJanuary 15, 2010 - 10:27 am

    Absolutely Beautiful!! I love this card and you were right to keep the verse outside.ReplyCancel

  • SuzanneJanuary 15, 2010 - 10:57 am

    Beautifully done as aways Becca. Your soft colours compliment the Gentle Thoughts quote perfectly. Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • ToshJanuary 15, 2010 - 11:26 am

    Ooooo!! So soft and pretty Becca!! Love your corner treatments with the new Labels die!!ReplyCancel

  • Candy MillsJanuary 15, 2010 - 12:10 pm

    Hi Becca,
    Another beauty today! You have showcased Suzanne Cannon’s work in a most becoming way. I can’t get over what you do with the Spellbinders!
    Hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • TerriJanuary 15, 2010 - 1:03 pm

    Beautiful…I love the colour combination and the way you layer.ReplyCancel

  • CookieJanuary 15, 2010 - 1:11 pm

    Becca, I have to say what a beautiful card this is. The colors are so very soft. In fact I thought of velvet when I looked at it. Absolutely beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • Donna in AKJanuary 15, 2010 - 3:24 pm

    Such a beauty. I especially like the pearl accents on the corners.ReplyCancel

  • ColleenJanuary 15, 2010 - 3:39 pm

    Fantastic card.So elegant. I also love the verse.ReplyCancel

  • americaJanuary 15, 2010 - 3:57 pm

    So beautifully done! Love the GOLD CB DOTS!ReplyCancel

  • Linda ScottJanuary 15, 2010 - 4:14 pm

    Hi Becca,
    Another wonderful card, I love your use of ribbon.
    What size are your cards.ReplyCancel

  • Val WJanuary 15, 2010 - 6:06 pm

    Another beautiful card, Becca. I’m liking that labels twelve die too. Clever use of your scraps from your borderabilities as corners. I hardly ever make square cards, but seeing your cards make me want to make some in that shape. Thanks for the inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • CYNTHIA BEYNONJanuary 15, 2010 - 6:11 pm

    BECCA BECCA NOW THIS IS WHAT I CALL A BECCA CARD. IT IS JUST
    BEAUTIFUL AND SOMETHING I WOULD BE PROUD TO SEND TO A FRIEND.
    YOU SURE CAN MAKE THEM.

    CYNTHIA BEYNON

    ReplyCancel

  • miluJanuary 15, 2010 - 7:59 pm

    that lace ribbon!?!
    is to die for !!!!ReplyCancel

  • Marion (Australia)January 15, 2010 - 8:59 pm

    Perfect. Love it.
    Hugs MarionReplyCancel

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  • Jerri KayJanuary 16, 2010 - 8:03 am

    Absolutely stunning Becca, elegant, soft, beautiful . . . .Love it!ReplyCancel

  • JeanJanuary 16, 2010 - 12:02 pm

    You did it once again, Becca. Stunning card! It certainly elegant! I wasn’t going to get Label 12 but now I have to. Thanks again for sharing your cards.ReplyCancel

  • PatiJanuary 16, 2010 - 1:11 pm

    Beautiful, elegant, soft colors, calming and a great saying!! I like that labels 12 and how you used scraps to embellish, that’s creative and resourceful too : )ReplyCancel

  • Amy A.January 16, 2010 - 5:56 pm

    Congratulations and you amaze me with your creativeness.
    You are the Best!ReplyCancel

  • yogiJanuary 16, 2010 - 9:40 pm

    fabulous card. Love the way everything just pops of the page. And couldn’t agree more with the comment for Suzanne’s rubber as center stage. BIG GRINReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)January 18, 2010 - 11:00 pm

    Becca,

    This is so pretty and elegant! Truly beautiful!

    Hugs,

    LisaReplyCancel

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Brrrr there!  Am I the only one who can’t seem to get up off the sofa to do chores because I’m so c-c-cold?  There, I’m blowing the scent of my hot chocolate in your general direction ;-)  I’m sharing a simple watercolored card today that I pulled from my ready to share stash.  I simply cut and colored several layers of this sweet angel with my Tombow markers.  I layered her on a combination of Spellbinders™ Long Classic Rectangles LG and Spellbinders™ Long Classic Scalloped Rectangles LG. 


I hung a little gold ring to symbolize her halo!  No bow, but a knot with wide ribbon to finish things off!  My sentiment is matted by a layer cut using Fiskars Apron Lace Border Punch.

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  Stampendous, Inkadinkado
Paper:  Coredinations, GP White, 140lb Strathmore Watercolor Paper, K & Co.
Ink:  Black Brilliance, Colorbox Merlot
Accessories:  Spellbinders™ Long Classic Rectangles LG, Spellbinders™ Long Classic Scalloped Rectangles LG, Fiskars Apron Lace Punch, Satin Ribbon, Tombow Markers

Okay, I’m going back to get under the sweet quilt my darling sister-in-law made me and hubby for Christmas.  I hope my post finds you snuggling and cozy with your loved ones.

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  • CYNTHIA BEYNONJanuary 14, 2010 - 2:12 am

    BECCA BECCA AS USUAL I LIKE YOU CARD BUT NOT AS MUCH AS THE
    ONES WITH THE LARGE BOWS AND A DAILY BREAD SAYING.

    CYNTHIAReplyCancel

  • Sue (Australia)January 14, 2010 - 2:16 am

    BECCA – this AGAIN is gorgeous – i love it! And i love the knot! The colour scheme is gorgeous too – love it love it love it – you are soooooo talented – but i guess i dont need to tell you or anyone else that!!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Gillian (Australia)January 14, 2010 - 2:17 am

    Love the ribbon Becca. I cannot image you being so c-c-cold, I am dying here in Brisbane with the heat. Thanks again for sharing your talent with us. God Bless.ReplyCancel

  • BarbaraJanuary 14, 2010 - 2:25 am

    Love it!! and tomorrow I will be at Michael’s looking for a Fiskar’s Apron Lace punch LOL I love what you did with it .ReplyCancel

  • Pam (PeeJay)January 14, 2010 - 2:37 am

    This is simply stunning Becca. The simplicity of it is striking and the colourways are beautiful. Love, love, love it!ReplyCancel

  • Marion (Australia)January 14, 2010 - 2:57 am

    Hi Becca,
    I haven’t left any comments lately. Blame it on being very busy. I have just looked through your recent cards and they are super. I love the way you ahve done the ribbon knot. your colouring is beautiful and soft.
    Hugs MarionReplyCancel

  • Susan JoyceJanuary 14, 2010 - 3:24 am

    Totally delightful, love the angel image.

    Today in Moora Western Australia were I live it has been 40 degrees celcius for most of the day, thank goodness for reverse cycle airconditioning, but I don’t think I could handle the cold that you are experiencing.ReplyCancel

  • annekeJanuary 14, 2010 - 3:24 am

    beautyfll card

    greetings annekeReplyCancel

  • Candy MillsJanuary 14, 2010 - 4:27 am

    Beautiful Becca! I have this set of Angels and forgot to bring it out at Christmas. It is always the right time for Angels though…..I know you agree :o)
    Big hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • katrinJanuary 14, 2010 - 4:38 am

    hi becca,

    often i have a look at your blog and think you make sutch winderful things.
    your card today is amazing and has a stunning layout.
    i have a question: i saw you used the fiskars apron lace punch around the edge. can i use this punch in the same way arround the edge like the treading water punch??? this would be great because i’m lookig to a an alternate to the new stampin up punches.

    thanks for your help and kindness. :-)

    warm greetings
    katrinReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJanuary 14, 2010 - 4:59 am

    Another beauty Becca. Beautiful colors chosen and that ribbon is so pretty. The lace punch used on the card makes the whole card pop, it nicely frames everything. TFS!!! :-]ReplyCancel

  • Judy CoveyJanuary 14, 2010 - 5:38 am

    Brilliant card Becca, love the colors, the lovely bow and the angel is adorable. Keep up the great work and continue to inspire.ReplyCancel

  • BerylJanuary 14, 2010 - 5:38 am

    Yikes, I’m with you, when will Spring be here? Beautiful color scheme Becca and I particularly love the patterned ribbon, what a lovely change. Your work is beauitful.ReplyCancel

  • SandraJanuary 14, 2010 - 6:02 am

    all I can say is that you are amazing – another wonderful card!
    SandraReplyCancel

  • Ellen PJanuary 14, 2010 - 6:07 am

    Love the card, love the stamp…angels are among us!! Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanJanuary 14, 2010 - 6:20 am

    OMGosh…….this is another beautiful creation……love it ….and I love the way you did the border with the apron lace punch……and love your bow too……thank you Becca for showing us your creations………
    p.s. It’s very cold here in Tennessee with 29F……ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkJanuary 14, 2010 - 6:26 am

    Beautiful! Absolutely Beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Lynda Pleckan (Joyful Stamper)January 14, 2010 - 6:27 am

    Simply gorgeous card, Becca! I love the colors and layering of the angel, and your compositions are always so inspiring. LOVE the patterned ribbon knotted – you have the most exquisite ribbons!! Mostly, today, I appreciate the reminder that we have angels! Sometimes you just need to be reminded of His love! Thank you.ReplyCancel

  • Jenny S. (UK)January 14, 2010 - 7:30 am

    Forgive my lack of feedback for so long. I am like a bear hibernating. I look at your blogfeed every day and as always am in awe of your talent.
    I feel I have to add a comment today as the card is so beautiful.
    I adore your ribbon and to tie a knot instead of a bow is wonderfully brave and so gorgeous. The stamp is adorable and your use of Nesties as inspiring as ever.
    Happy New Year to you and may your Blessings be many.
    xxxxReplyCancel

  • cdjcape521January 14, 2010 - 7:45 am

    I open your blog as soon as I get a message~! Your cards are beautiful!!! If it makes you feels better, sunny FL is f-f-reezing! We are not as well insulated in our homes! I’m going to need an angel for the electric bill this month! How do you do such outstanding bows-I think you need to give us a tutuorial!ReplyCancel

  • MarshaJanuary 14, 2010 - 7:48 am

    This is really gorgeous! Your style is ALWAYS amazing and elegant…thanks for sharing your talents.ReplyCancel

  • janeJanuary 14, 2010 - 8:20 am

    Hi Becca! This is soooo sweet! LOVE following your blog! :)ReplyCancel

  • Betty BolandaJanuary 14, 2010 - 8:29 am

    Thank you for sharing with us. You make my day.ReplyCancel

  • Mary Ann SmithJanuary 14, 2010 - 8:53 am

    Beautiful. I would also like a Tutorial on making your beautiful bows.
    I look forward to seeing your beautiful cards.
    Mary Ann SmithReplyCancel

  • LexiJanuary 14, 2010 - 8:56 am

    LOVE this card!
    One of my all time favs of yours!!ReplyCancel

  • Linda C.January 14, 2010 - 9:28 am

    Sweet!ReplyCancel

  • DianeJanuary 14, 2010 - 9:49 am

    Hi Becca,
    Such a sweet creation. Your coloring is great. Gotta love Tombow markers and water color paper. Keep warm under that quilt ;-) .

    Warm hugs,
    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • NanciJanuary 14, 2010 - 9:51 am

    I visit your blog everyday and am always amazed by your creations.
    Is your ribbon two-sided? If not, how did you tie such a beautiful bow with the printed side up? Stay warm and don’t forget the marshmallows!ReplyCancel

  • Sharon J.January 14, 2010 - 9:51 am

    I love love love this card. Angel stamps/cards are one of my favorite. I am always looking for inspiration to use my angel stamps. Thanks for all your inspiration that you share.ReplyCancel

  • christyJanuary 14, 2010 - 10:06 am

    LOL I need to have hot chocolate now !!
    Your card is beautiful.The ribbon is perfect:)ReplyCancel

  • Debbie OlsonJanuary 14, 2010 - 10:52 am

    Beautiful watercoloring, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • EstelleJanuary 14, 2010 - 12:40 pm

    Yes, it has been brrrrrrittlly cold here in Hernando MS too. But it has warmed up some. I can hardly wait for Spring. I do love seeing your beautiful cards and creations…. Thank you for sharing.

    EstelleReplyCancel

  • Grace NyweningJanuary 14, 2010 - 3:56 pm

    Gorgeous Becca! Your watercoloring is over the top gorgeous!!!ReplyCancel

  • cazzyJanuary 14, 2010 - 4:14 pm

    That is a lovely card. Got the hot chocolate fumes thanks!

    Cazzy xReplyCancel

  • Val WJanuary 14, 2010 - 7:44 pm

    She really is sweet, and I love how you used several layers to give her dimension. All the elements of your card go so well together, right down to that gorgeous ribbon! Just lovely!ReplyCancel

  • Kerry FitzpatrickJanuary 14, 2010 - 9:25 pm

    Loved the angel on this card and went to both Inkadinkado and Stampendous and couldn’t find it…..could you please tell me where I can buy this stamp.ReplyCancel

  • Donna in AKJanuary 14, 2010 - 9:57 pm

    Mmmm good! hot chocolate scent – ‘sent’ our way. :-) Actually we are happy because it has warmed up to -20 degress because it was -40 degrees. I so enjoy visiting you each day. Your projects are so uplifting. I love this angel card! Thanks for sharing yourself!! with us.ReplyCancel

  • Pam JabenJanuary 15, 2010 - 8:29 am

    Beautiful! The ribbon is so pretty and adds just the perfect finishing touch!ReplyCancel

  • CindyJanuary 16, 2010 - 1:36 am

    absolutely beautiful. I love the way you can fit “larger” ribbon onto your cards. Mine always looks overpowering…I’ve got to learn to do this better…ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)January 18, 2010 - 11:02 pm

    Becca,

    This is so sweet and pretty! I believe in angels too!

    Hugs,

    Lisa AthaReplyCancel

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I’m so glad that you all seem receptive to my bargain bin creations, I have another to share with you today :-)  I made two versions of this card from a set of felt coasters I found in the $1.00 bin at Michaels.  No,  I don’t work for them but I have a serious, serious addiction to that darned bargain bin.  This is another last season card and I only purchased one set of these coasters and spent the rest of the year looking for more.  I’ve learned that once an item is out, it’s out.  So, imagine my surprise when I found new felt coasters for this upcoming spring.  I hope to have more cards made with the new sets in the coming weeks.

The name for this type of card escapes me, but the decorative panel extends above the fold of the card itself.  I tried a ribbon on and embellished with a small medallion made from .  One of the cards is fairly plain and the other is covered with pearls – the pearls one is my favorite but I bet you’re not at all surprised.

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  Retired PSX
Paper:  Bazzill, 140lb Strathmore Watercolor, NRN Design Paper
Ink: Colorbox Parchment
Accessories:  Spellbinders™ Classic Ovals LG and Spellbinders™ Classic Scalloped Ovals LG, Martha Stewart Lace Doily Border Punch, Ribbon, Pearls, Felt Coasters

Brrr . . . off to get more hot chocolate.  Please stay warm!!

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  • Donna in AKJanuary 11, 2010 - 2:14 am

    Lovely projects! I’m partial to the pearl card too. I don’t know about your Michaels store, but ours puts the bargin bins right at the front door…..where I always find something! that I know I can use! :-)ReplyCancel

  • Vickie DoswellJanuary 11, 2010 - 2:36 am

    I like both cards but I think the pearls would be my choice also! I love bling and tend to over do it sometimes but hey! life only comes around once. I am a big bargin bin shopper also and I tend to leave the store with more than I came for! Thank you for sharing all your beautiful works with us.ReplyCancel

  • HelenaJanuary 11, 2010 - 4:16 am

    Awesome Becca! You amaze me everyday!

    Hugs, HelenaReplyCancel

  • Christy HJanuary 11, 2010 - 6:09 am

    Those darned bins!!! I got a Michaels gift certificate for Christmas and spent most of it in the bargain bins.

    I love the cards! I guess I’d better scoot BACK to M’s and grab up those coasters that I touched and admired then put back.

    Thanks for all your beautiful ideas!! I’m a big fan!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJanuary 11, 2010 - 6:31 am

    I think we all know the one with the pearls is your favorite Becca, LOL! you have a style that we all love. These are so elegant looking. TFS!!!ReplyCancel

  • Kelly LandersJanuary 11, 2010 - 6:57 am

    This is just gorgeous Becca! And it is always a bonus when we can find embellishments so reasonably! I love the Dollar Bin too.

    I think the name of the card style you made is called the Tent Topper. There is a resource for it on SCS!!

    Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • annekeJanuary 11, 2010 - 7:06 am

    hoi Becca
    what a beautyfull card!!
    gretings annekeReplyCancel

  • HeatherJanuary 11, 2010 - 7:28 am

    Beautiful cards Becca – again!! Michaels must love you…. pity we don’t have them in UK. I too think the one with the pearls will be everyone’s favourite!!!
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJanuary 11, 2010 - 8:00 am

    These are beautiful, my fav is the pearl one too :)ReplyCancel

  • Miss GJanuary 11, 2010 - 8:11 am

    Love them, I too am addict to the Michael’s dollar bin. Thay are beautiful as usual. Thanks Becca for sharing!!!ReplyCancel

  • ValJanuary 11, 2010 - 8:21 am

    These are absolutely beautiful! I love your work.ReplyCancel

  • Susan PearsonJanuary 11, 2010 - 8:35 am

    Isn’t this card called an Easel Card. I just made some and that is what it looks like from your photo. Love your cards. They are more like a gift than a card.ReplyCancel

  • Elaine AllenJanuary 11, 2010 - 8:39 am

    Hi Becca –

    What lovely cards! So very pretty. I understand completely your addiction to the bargain bins. I share the same addiction. I’m on 1st name basis with the manager, since I’m there so often. I love the bargain bins and I also love hunting around the store for their clearance items (they never have them in just one spot). I’ve gotten some really neat things there.

    Elaine AllenReplyCancel

  • Wendy MooreJanuary 11, 2010 - 9:08 am

    Hi Becca,

    I love this project. I found these at Michael’s also and I wasn’t quite sure what to do with them. (Michael’s is my second home too so to speak). I cut one apart and used it on a card but I like the idea of using the whole thing. Thanks once again for the inspiration. I’m partial to pearls too!ReplyCancel

  • MargJanuary 11, 2010 - 9:18 am

    This is the difference between your creative mind and mine. I saw the felt coasters and thought they are different and then walked on. Didn’t see any possibility with them at all! Thank you for expanding my mind.ReplyCancel

  • Cindy H.January 11, 2010 - 11:19 am

    How beautiful these cards are!!ReplyCancel

  • DanaJanuary 11, 2010 - 11:45 am

    These cards are gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • ToshJanuary 11, 2010 - 12:08 pm

    Love the felt Becca!! So gorgeous and elegant!!ReplyCancel

  • TeresaJanuary 11, 2010 - 1:13 pm

    Becca, you make the most beautiful cards! My eyes went for the card with pearls first. My cards never seem complete without pearls or something along that line.ReplyCancel

  • Betty BolandaJanuary 11, 2010 - 1:33 pm

    Love the cards Becca, Well done again. You are so good at puting things together.ReplyCancel

  • DianeJanuary 11, 2010 - 4:06 pm

    Becca,
    No I’m not surprised at all that the one with the pearls is your favorite.
    I love both of them. I find you so amazing [ ;-) ] that you can look at something so plain and make it into an incredible creation. You are truely blessed. And we are all blessed that you choose share your talents with us. Thank You Becca, if I haven’t said it enough. Off to get some hot chocolate myself. It’s mighty cold up here in Michigan. BRRRRR

    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • MrsHJanuary 11, 2010 - 4:57 pm

    Good evening, Becca – two beautiful cards. I love them both although as with you I think I would lean more towards the pearls one.ReplyCancel

  • LuAnnJanuary 11, 2010 - 8:51 pm

    Such simple beauty.ReplyCancel

  • CindyJanuary 11, 2010 - 8:56 pm

    Pearls for me…Michaels – now that we have one 5 minutes from me – BAD news (for my purse). Actually I know just about all of the employees very well, we’re all on first name basis’, and when I had my surgery and mentioned I might be missing out on special deals, 50% , etc, the manager said no problem – just call and let him know and he’d take care of me. Needless to say, I’ve got craft friends, so I was able to get to the store in time to reap the bennies. They even seek me out from time to time to answer other customer’s questions…ReplyCancel

  • jami {sgtStamper}January 11, 2010 - 10:00 pm

    Those are both gorgeous Becca! I love the pearls too! Those bargain bins sure are hard to stay away from….I usually end up buying more than I can use! I could probably open my own dollar store! LOL!!ReplyCancel

  • Candy MillsJanuary 11, 2010 - 11:13 pm

    Oh Becca these are wonderful – I too like the one covered in pearls the best! LOL
    I guess all the ladies on the blog live in the States? I don’t live close to a Micheals but the odd time I get to one I never find delightful things like these coasters….. Either we don’t have the same items in Canada or I simply miss out by not living close to one.
    Hugs, CandyReplyCancel

  • Leslie MillerJanuary 12, 2010 - 12:23 am

    Becca, you could make a silk purse out of a sow’s ear! Imagine… what an eye you have. These are gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • Linda EJanuary 12, 2010 - 7:17 am

    I love what you did with the coasters. I have the same ones from last season still sitting in my stash. I think it’s time I put them on a card!ReplyCancel

  • Susan LankfordJanuary 12, 2010 - 8:34 am

    Beautiful….how do you attach those teenie pearls without the glue showing?? I find that sometimes the self-stick ones do not really stick for long!ReplyCancel

  • Bridget FariaJanuary 12, 2010 - 11:28 am

    A friend has taught me to see beyond the scrapbook aisles. See that you can rework almost any little tid bidy thing that you find into a work of art. How cool is that?! That is true creativity! Love your idea.ReplyCancel

  • Janet CastleJanuary 12, 2010 - 12:26 pm

    B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • CaroleJanuary 12, 2010 - 6:19 pm

    Wow. I love the bling, but I probably would have made the non-bling. I just don’t have your flair.ReplyCancel

  • SophiaJanuary 12, 2010 - 8:32 pm

    I’ve seen these so many times in the $1 section and didn’t know what to do with them. I’ll keep my eye out for them now! :)ReplyCancel

  • Val WJanuary 12, 2010 - 9:10 pm

    I recently saw the new coasters that are out and thought to myself, could I use these on cards? You’ve proven they they can indeed be used beautifully in a card. I guess I need to give those dollar bins another look!ReplyCancel

  • Patty WJanuary 12, 2010 - 10:57 pm

    Becca, You’ve done it again Girl! You have that creative eye that I wish for. I need those coasters! We don’t have a Michael’s near us either. I really wish we did. That store is like a playland for me when I do occasionally get to one. My honey’s probably happier though. Your card is just beautiful! Love the soft colors and the way you used the rings. And I wouldn’t have recognized the cross if you hadn’t pointed it out. I so look forward to your next card!!! Blessings! Patty W.ReplyCancel

  • mom2hJanuary 13, 2010 - 8:36 am

    I have these coasters, too! Mine came in 4 pastel colors, and I planned to use them (one of each color) on a 12×12 scrapbook page as grid background for an Easter photo. I just haven’t had the right photo yet.ReplyCancel

  • Loni ReynoldsJanuary 13, 2010 - 7:43 pm

    Gorgeous, luv! And I like the pearly one best, too, even though I generally like less bling rather than more. Bravo!ReplyCancel

  • SandiJanuary 14, 2010 - 10:04 am

    Love the cards, I also am addicted to the dollar bin @ Michaels. I see things like this and don’t get them, then later realize something I could have made with them and it’s too late. So have a lot of things I have to figure out what to do with.ReplyCancel

  • Nellies NestJanuary 15, 2010 - 5:41 am

    Oh Becca, you are so creative, I looked at those too and thought, what can I do with them…now I know…now you have enabled me to go today and grab a few….thanks…LOL…..love how yours turned out, beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • CindyJanuary 16, 2010 - 8:25 pm

    Today my Michael’s had the coasters – had to rush home and bring up your blog again for ideas…thanks!!!ReplyCancel

  • JodiJanuary 17, 2010 - 11:57 am

    I love everything you make. I am more impressed with everything I see. You are a genius!!!!ReplyCancel
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