Hello everyone!  Welcome to the Our Daily Bread Designs November Release Blog Hop!  If you came here from Debi Southard’s Blog – Debi’s Crazy Life, you are in the right place!  If you happened on my blog but did not start at the Our Daily Bread Designs Blog,  you really should go back and start from there!  The reason is that there are secret words hidden along the hop which you need to collect along with the name of each Designer.  Then you have finished the hop you will return to the ODBD Blog and leave a comment that you have visited all the blogs and a special email address will be given to you so you can email the secret words you found in the correct order.  That’s all you have to do for the chance to win the entire new release this month!  That’s three GREAT new sets that will help you with all your card making needs just in time for Christmas!!!


Our Design Team Challenge this month was to make a Holiday Card and make it Shimmer!  ODBD owner, Kelley Holland, sent us all some GREAT designer papers that have shimmer, PLUS we each got a bottle of Tattered Angels Glimmer Mist, so these projects shimmer all over the place!!!   For my card I used the gorgeous SEI Tisnov Foiled Paper from the Moravia Collection that Kelley sent along with a luscious bronze piece of Prism Metallic card stock.  My poinsettias were spritzed with Tattered Angels Irrisdescent Gold Glimmer Mist!!  They use new Our Daily Bread Design Sets Blessed Christmas and Luke 2:11.

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  Our Daily Bread Designs – Blessed Christmas, Luke 2:11
Paper:  SEI Moravia, 140 lb Strathmore Watercolor Paper, Prism Metallic Cardstock
Ink:  Versafine Black Onyx and Clear Embossing Powder
Accessories:  Tatted Angels Irridescent Gold Glimmer Mist, Ribbon, Martha Stewart Rings Border Punch

Now from here you need to go visit Deb Saaranen’s Blog – Dream in Color.    Before you go… my secret word is "Christ".  Please note that if you have any problems along the blog, hop over to the ODBD Blog for todays post to see the order of the hop and the list of Design Team Members.

Here are the Rules for the Blog Hop Contest.  In order to be eligible to win, you must:

  1. Write down each DT name and their secret word or words
  2. Comment on each blog on the hop
  3. Return to the ODBD Blog and leave a comment there that you left a comment on each blog (but don’t mention the secret words!)
  4. Email gnywening@yahoo.com by 8PM EST on Nov 3, giving the DT names and their secret word/words.
  5. Grace will verify that all requirements are met and then randomly choose a winner.
  6. The winner will be emailed at the email address they used to email their submission.
    Remember …One LUCKY WINNER will win the entire release!


One More Chance to Win…

Please be sure to check out the ODBD Blog "Latest Challenge" to join our Design Team in this month’s Challenge!  The challenge this month is to make a Holiday Card and make it SHIMMER!  There are many ways you can do that… so this is easy enough for all to play along!  You might use Shimmery Designer Paper, Glimmer Mist, Shimmerz, Twinkling H2O’s, etc.  Just show us the shimmer so fitting to the Christmas season!

Everyone is invited to play along!  You DO NOT have to use Our Daily Bread designs stamps to win, but if you have them, we LOVE to see them!!!  Link your card to the Latest Challenge Thread on the ODBD Blog by Nov. 15th by 8 PM EST.  There will be a $30.00 Store Credit given to the winner of this challenge!  Show us the Shimmer!!!

 

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  • Grace NyweningNovember 1, 2009 - 7:31 am

    Oh Becca… you never disappoint… this is gorgeous!!! I love the richness of this paper and unlike me… you had the perfect color ribbon to use with it!!! Gorgeous!!! Hugs!ReplyCancel

  • DawnNovember 1, 2009 - 7:50 am

    Becca!! What a Beauty!! I love how you split the verse!! clever you! Beautiful flowers…wowza!ReplyCancel

  • SandeeNovember 1, 2009 - 8:01 am

    Again Becca, you amaze me! Perfect ribbon, gorgeous glimmerized poinsettias and really love how you arranged the scripture! Gorgeous card!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Karen WNovember 1, 2009 - 8:04 am

    One more time girl, this is just perfect and amazing!!!! Totally gorgeous!ReplyCancel

  • debNovember 1, 2009 - 8:04 am

    I love this card. Especially how you incorporated that royal blue into Christmas.ReplyCancel

  • DianeNovember 1, 2009 - 8:05 am

    Becca,
    WOW!!! What a stunning card. Love the poinsettias. As well as your beautiful bow. TFS.

    Have a wonderful week.
    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Laura.KNovember 1, 2009 - 8:14 am

    An elegant card with a gorgeous color combo. A perfect bow.ReplyCancel

  • SHARLENE LEBLANCNovember 1, 2009 - 8:15 am

    BECCA I LOVE YOUR CARDS. THEY ARE SUCH AN INSPIRATION. LOOK FORWARD EACH DAY TO SEE IF YOU HAVE POSTED ANY NEW ONES, THEY ARE ALWAYS GORGEOUS. LOVE YOUR BOWSReplyCancel

  • Barbara D. RamseyNovember 1, 2009 - 8:19 am

    This is SO pretty! Thank you!

    Barbara DianeReplyCancel

  • Sandy DuleyNovember 1, 2009 - 8:22 am

    Becca, love the cards (just got this MS Border Punch).ReplyCancel

  • Silke LedlowNovember 1, 2009 - 8:23 am

    WOW Becca!!! Your colors are striking!!! Gorgeous Christmas card -my friend!!! Hugs ~S~ReplyCancel

  • Connie M.November 1, 2009 - 8:26 am

    Oh Becca! This is just sooo beautiful! I love the rich red and blue colors…your ribbon is a perfect match to that DP too!! Stunning!!ReplyCancel

  • KimNovember 1, 2009 - 8:44 am

    Becca–love the touches of blue, and your coloring on the poinsettias is lovely!ReplyCancel

  • MaryNovember 1, 2009 - 8:51 am

    Becca, as always….BEAUTIFUL Thank you so much for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Crafty ChrisNovember 1, 2009 - 8:54 am

    Stunning really lovely colours, Christine xReplyCancel

  • LenoriaNovember 1, 2009 - 8:56 am

    This is beautiful – makes me want to reach out and touch the card!ReplyCancel

  • DianneNovember 1, 2009 - 8:58 am

    Absolutely fabulous. Your color choices really make the images stand out !!ReplyCancel

  • Denise~Paper PonderingsNovember 1, 2009 - 9:23 am

    Gorgeous…of course! Love the colors!ReplyCancel

  • annekeNovember 1, 2009 - 9:24 am

    hoi Becca

    so beautyfull again!!!
    nice day

    annekeReplyCancel

  • thinkerNovember 1, 2009 - 9:28 am

    beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Amy ShefferNovember 1, 2009 - 9:32 am

    Gorgeous and striking, Becca! Love your peek at the new ODBD!ReplyCancel

  • lacyquilterNovember 1, 2009 - 9:36 am

    Gorgeous, Becca.ReplyCancel

  • ShawnaNovember 1, 2009 - 9:41 am

    Gorgeous Becca, as always!ReplyCancel

  • Anita HoveyNovember 1, 2009 - 9:57 am

    Absolutely gorgeous. I love how the Poinsettias pop off the darker colors.ReplyCancel

  • Linda C.November 1, 2009 - 9:58 am

    Your artwork is always a 10!! PERFECT!ReplyCancel

  • Deb SaaranenNovember 1, 2009 - 9:58 am

    So rich and elegant Becca! Your designs are always a treat!ReplyCancel

  • SylviaNovember 1, 2009 - 10:01 am

    Oh just beautiful Becca. xReplyCancel

  • Vickie KertzNovember 1, 2009 - 10:06 am

    Love the blue and brown and then when you added the pink from the flowers it really made the card pop. ThanksReplyCancel

  • RenĂ©eNovember 1, 2009 - 10:11 am

    This is so beautiful, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Beth GrecoNovember 1, 2009 - 10:14 am

    Becca this is beautiful! Love how the rich blue/gold really make the pink pop!
    TFS
    Beth GrecoReplyCancel

  • Wanda ThomasNovember 1, 2009 - 10:16 am

    This is the most talented and inspirational group of designers. Congrats on being one of them. Once again, you have added grace and elegance to your contribution. Excellent!ReplyCancel

  • StampinCathyNovember 1, 2009 - 10:18 am

    Wow this is one stunning and inspiring card. I just love the layout, colors, and details you used on this card.ReplyCancel

  • ElaineNovember 1, 2009 - 10:20 am

    Beautiful! Those colors are fabulous!ReplyCancel

  • Sabrina aka okimom2girlzNovember 1, 2009 - 10:42 am

    OMGoodness, this is gorgeous!!! Love the non-traditional colors! Absolutely stunning. Hugs and blessings, SabrinaReplyCancel

  • Faye OwensNovember 1, 2009 - 10:44 am

    Love this card. The layers work well and the colors are wonderful! The scriptures is beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • BrendaNovember 1, 2009 - 10:51 am

    Beautiful card. Your ribbon is gorgeous. The stamp is amazing!!! Love the design of your card!ReplyCancel

  • hope_ in_graceNovember 1, 2009 - 10:58 am

    Beautiful card. Love the colors and blue ribbon.ReplyCancel

  • Kelly SantiNovember 1, 2009 - 11:10 am

    This is just stunning …… probably the most beautiful card I have ever seen, so rich in detail and color and wrapped up in the wonderous love of our Savior! Just STUNNING!!!!!!! Superb!! TSMFS!ReplyCancel

  • NenaNovember 1, 2009 - 11:23 am

    I love Kraft and blue; how wonderful that you were able to use these colors
    on a Christmas card. Just FANTASTIC!! Thank you for sharing you precious
    creation!ReplyCancel

  • LaToyaNovember 1, 2009 - 11:34 am

    Love the royal blue. Such an amazing card. You did an awesome job.ReplyCancel

  • terriavidreaderNovember 1, 2009 - 11:44 am

    Love your project as usual. Very elegant. Love the hop and a chance to win too! That would make a nice Christmas gift to me!ReplyCancel

  • jeannaNovember 1, 2009 - 11:45 am

    really love that blue ribbon in your card!!fantastic!!ReplyCancel

  • LaurieNovember 1, 2009 - 11:54 am

    I really like a Christmas card made with blue! Debi had one, too.ReplyCancel

  • NY DebbieNovember 1, 2009 - 12:08 pm

    Wow, Becca

    Simply StunningReplyCancel

  • VeraNovember 1, 2009 - 12:35 pm

    Stunning card I love all your cards they give me inspiration Becca. :) VeraReplyCancel

  • Angela FNovember 1, 2009 - 12:52 pm

    I love the versatility of this set. Amazing what everyone has created so far!ReplyCancel

  • andreaNovember 1, 2009 - 12:55 pm

    hoi Becca,
    I think your card I love the most
    beautiful colours and love that ribbon
    hugs andreaReplyCancel

  • PeggyNovember 1, 2009 - 1:01 pm

    Lovely card as always. Love the colors and glimmer. God bless!ReplyCancel

  • DebiNovember 1, 2009 - 1:20 pm

    Becca this card is gorgeous, love the blues with the pop of the poinsettias and the verse split like that.ReplyCancel

  • DMorganNovember 1, 2009 - 1:20 pm

    Becca,
    This is just beautiful. I love the colors!!!ReplyCancel

  • CarolNovember 1, 2009 - 1:26 pm

    Outstanding as always Becca! Beautiful card and color combination.
    “Hugs” GrannyReplyCancel

  • Val WNovember 1, 2009 - 1:27 pm

    Becca, this card is beautiful. I always love what you do with new sets from ODBD. I love the colors used on this one, and how you used the poinsettias to accent the scripture verse. And what would a card by Becca be without that signature bow? Always great to see what you’ve done.ReplyCancel

  • PattyjoNovember 1, 2009 - 1:42 pm

    What a gorgeous Christmas card you made! I just love the color combination . The elegant blue satin edged ribbon and bow are the perfect touch to this beautiful card! Your shimmering Poinsettias are perfectly colored and just stand out so beautiful! You did an excellent job on your card and it really inspires your readers to work on Christmas cards now.
    Thank you for sharing your art and for having this fun blog hop1
    PattyjoReplyCancel

  • BarbaraNovember 1, 2009 - 1:44 pm

    You never disappoint. I get so inspired to take it to the next level when I see your work. We are so blessed by what God has given you.ReplyCancel

  • JulieNovember 1, 2009 - 1:46 pm

    Blue? That is beautiful. I always end of reaching for traditional Christmas colors, but this blue is beautiful. Thank you. I am going to reach for blue next time. Just beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Mary DinucciNovember 1, 2009 - 1:46 pm

    Becca, as always you have created an absolutely beautiful card. That 3 panel, ribbon and punched bottom border is a winning design. Love, love it!ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterNovember 1, 2009 - 2:00 pm

    Beautiful, the blue is a lovely color to go with your flowers, love the ribbon and that border!ReplyCancel

  • Lynne DaviesNovember 1, 2009 - 2:09 pm

    Becca – your blog is another one I have stored under “Favorite Designers”. You never fail to come through.

    Lynne DaviesReplyCancel

  • Traci MajorNovember 1, 2009 - 2:19 pm

    What strikes me most about this card is the unusual but beautiful color combination…and love all the glimmer too, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Elaine S.November 1, 2009 - 2:20 pm

    Becca, Everything you do is always gorgeous. Your cards always inspire me.ReplyCancel

  • DianeNovember 1, 2009 - 2:20 pm

    Simply gorgeous, Becca! As always your creations are stunning and these are no exception. Love your presentation, color choices and the glitz you added. Just stunning!ReplyCancel

  • Jan ButlerNovember 1, 2009 - 2:26 pm

    Becca, your color choice made the poinsettias really pop. Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • MarisaNovember 1, 2009 - 2:26 pm

    Fabulous sketch card! Love the MS border punch and the ribbon is yummy!!ReplyCancel

  • sharonNovember 1, 2009 - 2:30 pm

    Now THIS is a blue Christmas card. Thank you Becca for the use of vivid blues. This card stunning. You rock!
    Sharon LReplyCancel

  • EliNovember 1, 2009 - 2:32 pm

    This is so regal. I love the rich colors and the stamping is brilliant. You continually inspire me.ReplyCancel

  • ThereseNovember 1, 2009 - 2:34 pm

    Becca your cards are always amazing and I just love stopping by.
    This card is stunning. The deep blue just draws you to the card.
    How unusual and stunning! Love it! Thank you for sharing all you do.ReplyCancel

  • cassieNovember 1, 2009 - 3:02 pm

    so pretty – i love the colors you put together — i wouldn’t have thought navy — so thanks for that bit of color genius!ReplyCancel

  • DawnNovember 1, 2009 - 3:14 pm

    Beautiful, regal card Becca. Love it!! Great job as always!ReplyCancel

  • Angie Z ~ DuckwaddlequackNovember 1, 2009 - 3:14 pm

    Oh Becca – awesome coloring!!! These colors are so rich and wonderful! Love that ribbon you used too! :)ReplyCancel

  • nancy wolffNovember 1, 2009 - 3:23 pm

    Becca, your cards are always an inspiration. This one is just gorgeous. I love the blue and pink, the glitter, and the design. Spectacular!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisNovember 1, 2009 - 3:28 pm

    Gorgeous card Becca. the poinsettias really pop on the blue background. TFS!!!ReplyCancel

  • MiriamNovember 1, 2009 - 3:40 pm

    Becca:

    Yours is the first Blog I check every day! I am always inspired by your ideas, talent and faith! Thank you for sharing with us! This card is another beauty! I loved your color combinations and your layout! It is absolutely gorgeous! I would love to win these great new release sets. They are certainly on my “wish list”. Bless you, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanNovember 1, 2009 - 4:02 pm

    Becca, Again your work is stunning. I come here everyday to check you out. I guess thats stalking. LOL.
    But everything you do I like to just look and admire. Again thank you for sharing us your god given talents.ReplyCancel

  • MaryNovember 1, 2009 - 4:03 pm

    What a beautiful card Becca! Love the colors you used!

    hugs
    MaryReplyCancel

  • peggysueNovember 1, 2009 - 4:10 pm

    I think I’m going to sneak one night, quiet as a mouse, into your home and steal away with some of your gorgeous ribbon. This card is so beautiful, the colors are so rich, wow, just wow!ReplyCancel

  • Alicia VinceletteNovember 1, 2009 - 4:13 pm

    As usual, beautiful

    AliciaReplyCancel

  • AnnetteNovember 1, 2009 - 4:14 pm

    Such a beautiful rich, elegant card, just love the colours, that blue ribbon is gorgeous, so beautiful poinsettias. It has been wonderful seeing so many different variations of them. Take CareX:)ReplyCancel

  • RandiNovember 1, 2009 - 4:22 pm

    Becca, this is beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Lynne PhelpsNovember 1, 2009 - 4:32 pm

    Lovely, as always! Love the non-traditional Christmas color scheme!ReplyCancel

  • SabineNovember 1, 2009 - 4:35 pm

    Becca, I am new to your blog!Your cards are amazing.Had to order all new releases from Our Daily Bread right away and can’t wait to get started on my Christmas Cards.Why did’nt I discover you earlier!Thank you! I will be looking forward to reading your blog every day.ReplyCancel

  • Nancy R GrimesNovember 1, 2009 - 4:46 pm

    What a beautiful card. I’d love to win these setsReplyCancel

  • Nicky HsuNovember 1, 2009 - 5:41 pm

    Absolutely Beautiful!!! Again, one more stunning work. Great job. Tha color is so eye catching.ReplyCancel

  • JPScrapsNovember 1, 2009 - 6:01 pm

    Stunning card. I love the colors you chose.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy (gerkat)November 1, 2009 - 6:14 pm

    Beautiful card, love all the awesome papers and the colors.ReplyCancel

  • JoyceNovember 1, 2009 - 6:22 pm

    Beautiful blue!ReplyCancel

  • nellieNovember 1, 2009 - 6:29 pm

    Totally gorgeous card Becca.I absolutely adore the blue colors. Hugs, Nellie.ReplyCancel

  • chrisdNovember 1, 2009 - 6:33 pm

    This is wonderful in blue tones and that ribbon …wow!ReplyCancel

  • Judy JacksonNovember 1, 2009 - 6:49 pm

    Such gorgeous cards you make — always elegant! And these are no exception!

    Judy JacksonReplyCancel

  • Lisa LynneNovember 1, 2009 - 6:52 pm

    Stunning as always! You do such beautiful work – thanks for the inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • Denise (peanutbee)November 1, 2009 - 6:55 pm

    Gorgeous, Becca! Love the striking shades of blue.ReplyCancel

  • catherineNovember 1, 2009 - 7:04 pm

    Wow, love your cards they are beautiful :)!

    Inky Hugs,
    Catherine
    ReplyCancel

  • Dani C.November 1, 2009 - 7:12 pm

    Your card is just so lovely!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • EFYNovember 1, 2009 - 7:21 pm

    What a pretty card. The border and color are so stunning. BlessingsReplyCancel

  • Lori HaltNovember 1, 2009 - 8:10 pm

    Hi Becca,
    I love the deep color of blue in the ribbon….What a very pretty card. thank you for sharing your work.
    Hugs LoriReplyCancel

  • charleneNovember 1, 2009 - 8:25 pm

    Becca I love your card the rich colors are just beautiful ! I love all your work
    HugsReplyCancel

  • Marion (Australia)November 1, 2009 - 8:27 pm

    Stunning as always. The colours aer fantastic.
    Hugs MarionReplyCancel

  • MrsRandMrR@cox.netNovember 1, 2009 - 8:50 pm

    I love the colors. What a beautiful card! I especially like the use of blue.ReplyCancel

  • Cheri HowardNovember 1, 2009 - 8:52 pm

    Beautiful! I never would have thought to use that blue paper, but it works so nicely!ReplyCancel

  • TeresaNovember 1, 2009 - 8:58 pm

    Beautiful card. Love the blue ribbon.ReplyCancel

  • EstelleNovember 1, 2009 - 9:01 pm

    Becca, as always your work is so beautiful. I so enjoy seeing what you are going to post everyday. It is one of the first site I go to every day…

    Estelle in Hernando, MSReplyCancel

  • JaneNovember 1, 2009 - 9:04 pm

    As always you have out done yourself . The colors are so vibrant, I love it.ReplyCancel

  • MaxineNovember 1, 2009 - 9:10 pm

    Love your use of blue on this card – it makes it just so rich and royal!!ReplyCancel

  • Anita HoldenNovember 1, 2009 - 9:42 pm

    I love your colors. You are soooo talented! I visit your blog daily and get inspired every time! Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • Edna SiueNovember 1, 2009 - 9:44 pm

    Becca, your creations are always wonderful, beyond words.ReplyCancel

  • PegNovember 1, 2009 - 9:46 pm

    Becca, Beautiful card! Love your work, your bows are always so beautiful! Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Chris OlsenNovember 1, 2009 - 9:53 pm

    Oh Becca!! I just love how you used the blue glimmery dp!! What a gorgeous layout and design!! Stunning!!! That bow rocks girl!!
    hugs,
    ChrisReplyCancel

  • Valerie WilliamsNovember 1, 2009 - 9:58 pm

    Becca I love all your work. Your bow was so pretty and just made the card perfect.ReplyCancel

  • Mary LouNovember 1, 2009 - 10:03 pm

    OMGoodness Becca ~~~ this is BREATHTAKINGLY BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!! Just love the color combo and glimmer!!!!! Amazing!!
    Thanks and blessings
    Mary LouReplyCancel

  • IrisheyesNovember 1, 2009 - 10:15 pm

    Becca, Love the card, You have as wonderful way with creating cards..ReplyCancel

  • JanineNovember 3, 2009 - 9:03 am

    The colors are just gorgeous Becca~!ReplyCancel

  • LoriNovember 3, 2009 - 9:19 am

    WoW!!! Truly stunning!ReplyCancel

  • Beth AnnNovember 3, 2009 - 9:19 am

    So glad your blog is back. This is such a beautiful card. God has given you a wonderful talent.ReplyCancel

  • […] If you are looking for the ODBD Blog Hop Contest post, click HERE. […]ReplyCancel

  • CherylNovember 3, 2009 - 10:20 am

    Thank you for so many wonderful ideas! You have hooked me onto Our Daily Bread Designs!!ReplyCancel

  • RosellaNovember 3, 2009 - 11:28 am

    Another absolutely stunning card by you! I would love to own these sets!!ReplyCancel

  • Karen ANovember 3, 2009 - 11:36 am

    What a beautiful card (as always), it is so elegant. I would love to be able to make cards as nice as yours.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy ONovember 3, 2009 - 11:42 am

    Becca, your card is beautiful as always!ReplyCancel

  • PatiNovember 3, 2009 - 12:27 pm

    Beautiful Becca! I love the brown and blues! The color of the poinsettas with that blue ribbon is beautiful, they like glow or pop or something just so right!ReplyCancel

  • DebbieNovember 3, 2009 - 12:58 pm

    Beautiful, can’t wait to see whats next.ReplyCancel

  • christiNovember 3, 2009 - 1:35 pm

    i just love how this card is pulled together. the layering is wonderful. cute that it is the answer to the question. was that your plan or just a sneak peek?
    cReplyCancel

  • EmilyNovember 3, 2009 - 2:19 pm

    Thanks for sharing! :o)ReplyCancel

  • quilterNovember 3, 2009 - 2:40 pm

    It was worth waiting for!–but sorry for all your stress yesterday. As always your card is beyond description, what a gift you have. Thank you for the inspiration. BlessingsReplyCancel

  • Miss GNovember 3, 2009 - 4:38 pm

    Oh My
    BEAUTIFUL, just love that bow and yet another Punch (yeaaaaa)

    You are so blessed and because you are so am I, thanks for sharing!!!ReplyCancel

  • MaryNovember 3, 2009 - 4:57 pm

    Stunning. Love the colors so rich.ReplyCancel

  • Anna MatthewsNovember 3, 2009 - 5:55 pm

    Love this card, the colors are so striking and the layout is fabulous!ReplyCancel

  • Susan IkinNovember 3, 2009 - 6:50 pm

    Becca
    Missed you terribly while your site wqs down – I try to visit every day for an inspiration hit, or just to look at something beautiful. Love the colours in this card. Thanks for all your wonderful work you share with us.ReplyCancel

  • mary friederichsenNovember 4, 2009 - 6:47 pm

    stunning! they are beautiful!!

    Thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Sue DNovember 7, 2009 - 7:22 am

    Glad your site is back and I can finally see this beautiful card–I like the colors you used and the layout.ReplyCancel

As much as I love coffee and as much as I love my friends, I couldn’t believe that I had not used THIS set from JustRite Stampers yet!  I think I got all wrapped up in Christmas too much to know that this set was surely calling my name!!  Funny, because when I do little gifts my default is a coffee basket and this set fits in to that vein very well!

I’m using this weeks sketch from Mojo Monday – it fit perfectly!  As you can see, I opted to use one of the stamps from the set as a stand alone sentiment instead of as a center or insde a border.  That’s the nifty thing about these stamps – even though they are coordinated to fit concentrically on the stamp mount – it’s easy to break out the mold and use them anywhere. 

Card Recipe:
Stamps:  JustRite –  A Little Caffeine and Friends Centers and Borders
Paper:  My Minds Eye – Tres Belle, Bazzill, The Paper Company – Blonde Columns
Ink:  Tuxedo Black Memento
Accessories:  Copic Markers, Spellbinders Classic Square Large, Spellbinders Classic Square Small, Spellbinders Standard Circles Small, Spellbinders Classic Scalloped Circles Small, Spellbinders Classic Rectangles Large, Ribbon, Martha Stewart Deco Shells Border, Martha Stewart Daisy Fan Deep Edge Punch

There are lots of exciting things coming in November!!  Be sure to stop by and see me tomorrow, Our Daily Bread Designs is having a blog hop to celebrate new designs!!  Stay tuned!!

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  • VeltaOctober 31, 2009 - 11:59 am

    My favorite colors!!! Very Elegant, as always when I visit! The Holly Berry Box below is Stunning! I just started working on a handmade box myself…I can only wish it would turn out as beautiful as yours!!! TFS your creativity…I swear, you are my very favorite artist out there!ReplyCancel

  • DianeOctober 31, 2009 - 12:05 pm

    Becca,
    Love the card!!!!

    Happy Halloween my friend.
    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • Grace NyweningOctober 31, 2009 - 12:20 pm

    Oh Becca…. I’m so a coffee lover and I love this stamp! Gorgeous feminine colors and love the bow! See you at the hop tomorrow! Hugs!ReplyCancel

  • annekeOctober 31, 2009 - 12:21 pm

    hoy becca,
    this card is so beautyfull!!!!!!!

    have a good weekend!!!

    greetings annekeReplyCancel

  • Sylvia/GeorgiaOctober 31, 2009 - 12:45 pm

    I’m a coffee lover too, and this card is beyond beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Darlene GabrielOctober 31, 2009 - 1:15 pm

    Wow this is gorgeous. Beautiful DP. I love the “fan” on the top and bottom of the main image. TFSReplyCancel

  • Amy ShefferOctober 31, 2009 - 1:38 pm

    Deeeeeelicious! Great use of the mojo sketch!ReplyCancel

  • MarisaOctober 31, 2009 - 2:02 pm

    LOVE that new MS punch!! How did we survive before all her wonderful punches and border punches??!! LOL! This is such a lovely card.ReplyCancel

  • Jan D.October 31, 2009 - 2:13 pm

    I’ve just recently discovered your site and I just love your cards. I can’t tell you how pretty I think they all are.

    Excuse my ignorance, but in the comment above “beautiful DP”…what does DP mean?ReplyCancel

  • BarbaraOctober 31, 2009 - 2:18 pm

    Exquisite !! I am running out of adjectives to describe your work. I love the MS fan punch behind the image
    Is there a 10 step program for this hobby? I want to buy everything you use LOLReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterOctober 31, 2009 - 3:38 pm

    so pretty, great use of the die cuts and punches, pretty colors!ReplyCancel

  • MrsHOctober 31, 2009 - 4:20 pm

    Good evening, Becca- such an elegantly beautiful card – gorgeous colours. I would just love to see your store of punches!!!ReplyCancel

  • ToshOctober 31, 2009 - 8:05 pm

    So sweet Becca!! Love what you’ve done with the punches!! And the colors are lovely!! Fabulous card!!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisNovember 1, 2009 - 4:28 am

    Your card is so pretty and sweet. Pretty in pink for sure. TFS!!!BeccaReplyCancel

  • NY DebbieNovember 1, 2009 - 6:34 am

    Your work is so breathtaking, I always love peeking into your blog to see your lovely creations, and this is not exception…ReplyCancel

  • Bernice BarnesNovember 1, 2009 - 6:42 am

    Love the colours and the Martha Stewart punches. Very nice card.
    BerniceReplyCancel

  • Kay McBrideNovember 1, 2009 - 12:59 pm

    cute card becca, I see you have checked out the new martha punches, i bought this one but in the corner rounder set. I think it is real pretty and i also got the dollie double sided punch. there were so many i had a hard time making up my mind what to get!! love the card and all the others you have done lately. esp. the santa!!
    hugs
    kayReplyCancel

  • Linda KlebackNovember 1, 2009 - 2:29 pm

    This is sure a Rubber Ladies card!!! ReplyCancel

  • VivNovember 5, 2009 - 5:03 pm

    I’ve just sat here at my PC, jaw on the keyboard, eyes stuck to the monitor, and glazed over looking at all you fabulous cards.
    I’m not worthy! *sigh*.
    Viv xx ;0)ReplyCancel

  • CYNTHIA BEYNONNovember 8, 2009 - 2:13 am

    BECCA HOW \DO YOU COME UP WITH ALL THE FANTASTIC
    IDEAS YOU HAVE FOR CARDS. IS IT THE DIE OR AN IDEA.

    CYNTHIA MReplyCancel

  • Banu HNovember 9, 2009 - 8:16 pm

    I love coffee and this set is a particular fave of mine…You card is sooo beautiful and so inspiring. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

Let’s see . . . go get coffee . . . plop down in studio . . . cup chin in hands . . . daydream a little . . . look up after an hour of wondering what to make next.   Lightbulb! . . . where is that bag of stuff from the $1.00 bin at Michaels?  Ah, there it is . . . bliss.

This is what I did yesterday.  I had a project all planned out but I just wasn’t feeling it enough to launch into making it.  I took a detour instead with some items I bought several weeks ago with a JustRite Monogrammed Writing Ensemble in mind.  This was a delightful project because it was extremely inexpensive, all the embellishment was fun and the addition of THIS JustRite set for monograms gives it that perfect polished touch I was looking for.

The purchased items here are the boxed pen, the boxed tiles, and small accordian file which originally had a bright fruit cover, and one package of four file folders that match the boxed pen.  File folders?  Don’t you see them?  That’s what I used to make the box holding the cards and the two belly bands on the boxes.  Okay that’s four items and you know where I purchased them, so besides adding the ribbon and design paper you can see what I have tied up in this project.  

The main item is the monogrammed note cards – I made a set of six.  For some reason I always prefer top folded cards and this week I’ve been pleasantly surprised at how much I’m liking side fold cards.  This is a side fold card that leaves much of the inside layer exposed so I thought I’d pretty it up.  After designing the layout of the card I knew that adding a small, crisp, one letter monogram using JustRite Damask Centers and 60 Point Font, would be a fairly clean look.   It’s hard to tell in the photo but the monogram sits inside a small square frame that I have popped up – then the last tier (the "B") is popped up.  Below is a picture of the card set unboxed.

I get the question in email all the time in regards to what JustRite set to start with.  My advice is this set is a perfect first project – it gives you a great feel for the stamps, how they fit into the mounts and they sure stamp up pretty!!

The cards are all 7" x 5" and I just used standard cream colored greeting card envelopes to pair them up.  No mystery to the box – it is the dimension of the card plus 1 1/2" on each side.  The nice weight of the file folder made the box super sturdy and since the file folder was double sided, the inside of my box is a shiny red :-).  The top of the box is made with a sheet of acetate.  I cut just a tad smaller than the bottom then scored 1 1/2" in on all sides, folded and taped it up.  It made for a lid that would fit just inside the bottom of the box.  The box itself used one file folder and one 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of acetate.  The belly band is made using a small strip of a second file folder.  

The accordian file was an easy embellish item.  It was a bright color to start with so I measured, cut and covered it with black card stock.  Once the black was in place, I then embellished with left over pieces of design paper -a monogram, border and bow finish it off.

Below is the pen set.  I simply put a belly band on the box.  For the (magnetic) tile set I simply embellished with monograms.  The magnets are recessed so these can be used as magnets or as paper weights.

Ensemble Supplies:
Stamps:  JustRite
Wood Stamper 1-3/16” with 3 Bonus Damask Centers & 60 pt Font Round 1-3/16"
Paper:  K & Co., Strathmore Art Paper, 1 Clear Acetate Sheet (for lid of box), Michaels Decorated File Folders from $1.00 bin (for bottom of box and for all belly bands)
Ink:  Versafine Black Onyx
Accessories:  Spellbinders Classic Square, Spellbinders Scalloped Square, EK Success Moroccan Lace Border Punch, Purchased $1.00 Bin Items – Boxed Tiles, Boxed Pen, Ribbon

This was totally fun.  Now that I have my layout in mind, it will take no time to sit down and make additional sets.  Okay one Christmas present done, a kajillion to go!  Have a great day friends and thanks so much for stopping by!

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  • Karen WOctober 27, 2009 - 2:46 pm

    This is just gorgeous, what a precious gift!ReplyCancel

  • Beth NormanOctober 27, 2009 - 2:55 pm

    Oh so elegant. Very, very nice. How nice to see such fabulous work from dollar products.ReplyCancel

  • annekeOctober 27, 2009 - 2:58 pm

    soooooooooo beautyfull Becca. graet job, what a much work, wel done!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    greetings annekeReplyCancel

  • BarbaraOctober 27, 2009 - 3:02 pm

    Another fabulous idea!! Can I get on your Christmas list? LOLReplyCancel

  • DianeOctober 27, 2009 - 3:04 pm

    Becca,
    Here I go again….. Ooooohhhhing and Ahhhhhing.
    Just beautiful.

    ~~Diane~~ReplyCancel

  • NancyKOctober 27, 2009 - 3:11 pm

    Becca – thank you so much for this post. I’ve been wondering what to make for my sister this Christmas and you’ve come to the rescue. While I won’t go all out with everything you’ve done, the pretty notecards are perfect for her !!ReplyCancel

  • vicki dutcherOctober 27, 2009 - 3:13 pm

    Gosh ~~ I WISH I was on your Christmas list! I am just speechless over your creativity! Beautiful project!!ReplyCancel

  • MaggieOctober 27, 2009 - 3:18 pm

    You always manage to make your creations looks so simple, even though it’s obvious that you put much thought in them. Then they look so elegant. Excellent job. I’m going to have to go searching for that accordian file folder. It looks smaller than any I’ve seen. TFS *wink*ReplyCancel

  • MortyOctober 27, 2009 - 3:20 pm

    More beautiful work Becca. I pop into your site several times a week and you never cease to amaze me with your stunning creations. Thanks so much for sharing your work with the world.ReplyCancel

  • Judy DunavenOctober 27, 2009 - 3:22 pm

    Becca you have done it again. I love the Black and White theme. Beautiful projects at an affordable price. Thanks.

    Hugs, JudyReplyCancel

  • Jerri KayOctober 27, 2009 - 3:41 pm

    Your monogram set is gorgeous Becca. What a wonderful idea! Love the black, white, and red, so elegant!ReplyCancel

  • CandyOctober 27, 2009 - 3:50 pm

    Did u stamp the black and white paper or does it come printed. I see you have K & Co as one of the companies. What is the name of it. I would be PERFECT for a project I have going………..
    Thank you!!ReplyCancel

  • Colleen HornerOctober 27, 2009 - 4:10 pm

    Becca, Becca, Becca I cannot have it all and just today I went to Quietfire Designs having looked at your quilt. Now I need this things too. Good thing they will only cost $1. That is what I have left.

    Joking of course. I love your creations and humbly copy them as best I can.

    ColleenReplyCancel

  • Loni ReynoldsOctober 27, 2009 - 4:12 pm

    I, too, am amazed by your creativity. It just never ends. This set is utterly beautiful and elegant.

    Another thing I’ve been wondering is what your photo setup is. Your photos are always so beautiful and there is very little shadow or background visible. Do you use a light box? The photos are awesome?

    Thanks for the inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • americaOctober 27, 2009 - 4:39 pm

    You are sssssssuper creative and i just love your amazing works of art GF!!!ReplyCancel

  • GloriaOctober 27, 2009 - 4:46 pm

    Becca,

    Absolutely beautiful!!I wish you lived nearer so you could teach me!!

    Love all of your work. Exactly my style but I do not have the know how.ReplyCancel

  • MarthaOctober 27, 2009 - 5:06 pm

    just beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa D. Atha (inspired by purple)October 27, 2009 - 5:22 pm

    Becca,

    Wow, your ability to look at things in the store and alter them to look so beautiful alwasy amazes me. This is so pretty!

    Hugs,

    Lisa AthaReplyCancel

  • Sue KOctober 27, 2009 - 6:06 pm

    WOW! – Becca this is simply stunning – so very classy and elegant – a great idea and a wonderful present – the recipient is going to be very very lucky and very very happy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!ReplyCancel

  • MarisaOctober 27, 2009 - 6:16 pm

    Fabulous!!! Love the cream and black and the border punch you used. A great gift set for someone.ReplyCancel

  • SueBOctober 27, 2009 - 7:08 pm

    Such a classy look with little cost – you go, girl – TFS!ReplyCancel

  • Denise (peanutbee)October 27, 2009 - 7:10 pm

    LOL, the start of your post cracked me up….love the *cup chin in hand and daydream a little*….too familiar! :)

    Gorgeous Gorgeous GORGEOUS set!!ReplyCancel

  • RufusOctober 27, 2009 - 7:41 pm

    Elegant, elegant, elegant! What a classy looking set! I’m glad to hear that you aren’t always in the mood to do “what should be done”. Wish I could dream up such a smashing “fun” set. Also wish I could go shopping with you! They never have such good stuff in the dollar bin when I get there!
    R/ReplyCancel

  • Linda C.October 27, 2009 - 7:47 pm

    Loads of class!! Loads of creativity! Loads of mojo!!ReplyCancel

  • lisa808October 27, 2009 - 9:15 pm

    Wow!!! This is beautiful and so elegant.ReplyCancel

  • KylieOctober 27, 2009 - 9:43 pm

    I love the colour scheme of this project and elegance of your work. So so so beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • patounineOctober 28, 2009 - 12:22 am

    magnifiqueReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisOctober 28, 2009 - 3:29 am

    Such an elegant gift set. Anyone would be proud to get a set like this. TFS!!!ReplyCancel

  • HeatherOctober 28, 2009 - 3:46 am

    Wow Becca – what can I say that hasn’t already been said!!! Would you like to add me to your gift list please????
    tfs
    Hugs
    HW(UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • Anne (UK)October 28, 2009 - 4:01 am

    Oh my goodness! Just when I think you have designed somthing that is perfection, you produce another show-stopping, mind-blowing, breath-taking project to blow us all away!

    My visits here are the highlight of my day!

    TFS Becca!

    AnneReplyCancel

  • AmandaOctober 28, 2009 - 4:02 am

    Absolutely stunning! A very special presentReplyCancel

  • Cindy HaffnerOctober 28, 2009 - 5:10 am

    Beautiful Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Jill HaddadOctober 28, 2009 - 6:13 am

    Fantastic! A beautiful, yet inexpensive gift set. Lovin’ it.ReplyCancel

  • Renee MOctober 28, 2009 - 7:13 am

    Becca,Soooooooooooooooooo lovely,God has truely blessed you in this matter!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Nancy EnsignOctober 28, 2009 - 7:19 am

    I purchased some JustRite product, but am unable to stamp with it. I cannot get the beautiful crisp images you do. I get ink lines where there shouldn’t be anything. Do you ink with a stamp pad or marker? I feel I wasted my money.

    Very FrustratedReplyCancel

  • Julia B.October 28, 2009 - 9:35 am

    WOW you did it again. This is so lovely, you have to know you are blessed.ReplyCancel

  • JanineOctober 28, 2009 - 10:00 am

    This is exquisite Becca!! You have an eye for detail that’s for sure. You know I think your work is amazing!!
    Have a fabulous day!!ReplyCancel

  • jan hunnicuttOctober 28, 2009 - 11:21 am

    These are so nice, I can’t keep up with you! I love the way you’ve used the Nesties dies!ReplyCancel

  • JamiOctober 28, 2009 - 12:17 pm

    What an absolutely GORGEOUS set and how clever to use file folders like that!ReplyCancel

  • Linda BandowOctober 28, 2009 - 12:55 pm

    Wow! what a nice gift and I need to go to the Dollar store more often, I guess. This is really neat Becca. TFSReplyCancel

  • Debra TalleyOctober 28, 2009 - 2:17 pm

    These are beautiful! I would love the name of the papers – besides just being K & Company. Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • Marion (Australia)October 28, 2009 - 3:07 pm

    Such a beautiful gift set.
    Very elegant in deed.
    Hugs marionReplyCancel

  • Linda KlebackOctober 28, 2009 - 3:16 pm

    Wow!!!!ReplyCancel

  • ToshOctober 28, 2009 - 3:24 pm

    FABULOUS!! Gorgeous, elegant and FABULOUS!!ReplyCancel

  • Denise TrahanOctober 28, 2009 - 3:38 pm

    Wow… awesome!!!ReplyCancel

  • niseOctober 29, 2009 - 5:43 am

    Elegant and so together! Love the belly bands ~ do you think MY belly would look better if I dolled it up like that? teehee…ReplyCancel

  • PaulaOctober 29, 2009 - 10:03 pm

    Love it! So pretty and elegant! Thanks for the inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • JarieNovember 6, 2009 - 1:58 pm

    Becca,

    This set is just amazing. I bought those items at M’s but hadn’t thought to spruce them up. I didn’t buy the magnets but I might have to go back and pick them up. TFS.

    JanetReplyCancel

  • SamanthaSeptember 13, 2010 - 1:52 pm

    How did you make the lid of the box with acetate? Is there a tutorial you could send me? Thanks!ReplyCancel

  • Jessie PorterNovember 19, 2010 - 2:58 pm

    You always do such beautiful job on your gifts. I really like the elegance of this one is very pretty.ReplyCancel

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