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Greetings Blog Friends!!  What a busy day it has been.  You’ll find this hard to believe but I can count the number of masculine cards I’ve made in the last couple of years on two hands. I guess the planets have aligned because I’m back with another masculine card.  Yikes!  They are the tough ones because I can’t simply slather pearls and lace on them but for those of you who thanked me for the brief break from pink – this is for you!  Waltzingmouse Stamps welcomes a new release and this set is called My Island.  I love the sentiment You Bring Me Sunshine – it’s so very true!

The rays of sunshine are framed in Spellbinders™ Card Creator S5-136 A2 Fancy Weave.  I simply tucked it under my burlap ribbon and embellished the bottom with pearls.  To corral my ribbon I used Spellbinders™ S5-138 Octagon Strips and Accents and simply wove the loose ends of my bow up and down through the available openings.  I finished off with a masculine embellishment at the bottom – not a flower, but a piece from Spellbinders™ Ribbon Buckles.  That’s it short and sweet – this goes in the pile for when some occasion calls for a guy card!

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps:  Waltzingmouse Stamps – My Island (Available July 1)
Paper: K&Company, American Crafts, Recollections Kraft
Ink: Wild Honey Distress Ink, Memento Rich Cocoa
Accessories:  Spellbinders™ Card Creator S5-136 A2 Fancy Weave (new), Spellbinders™ S5-138 Octagon Strips and Accents (new), Spellbinders™ Ribbon Buckles, Recollections Pearls, Satin Ribbon, Burlap Ribbon

(New Spellbinders die templates ship in August)

Be sure to peek in to see what the rest of the designers are up to!!

Fabulous Design Team Creations
1. Anya Schrier 7. Kelly Schirmer
2. Becca Feeken 8. Tosh Leyendekker
3. Julia Aston 10. Mona Pendleton
4. Belinda Chang Langner 11. Sandie Dunne
5. Jennifer Holmes 12. Clare Buswell
6. Bonnie Sharp 13. Claire Brennan – Owner
Posted in Spellbinders Die Templates, Waltzingmouse
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  • MaryannJune 30, 2012 - 2:12 am

    A really beautiful card, that any male would be proud to recieve, that´s for sure, so why you don´t so more, is a riddle to me??? You could do loads of this kind and make them look just as gorgeous I´m sure.
    Have a wonderful week-end ahead.ReplyCancel

  • Cheryl WrightJune 30, 2012 - 2:52 am

    Becca, this is stunning. Totally agree with you re male cards. I use loads of bling too, so I find masculine cards extremely difficult!ReplyCancel

  • Denise SmithardJune 30, 2012 - 3:32 am

    Hi Becca,
    As always I love the card on your blog this morning, you have truly great talent, I love your Bow’s, I am a great fan of the fantastic Spellbinders.
    Kind regards love from Sam x (From England)ReplyCancel

  • NancyJune 30, 2012 - 4:55 am

    This is gorgeous! I love everything about the card and I can;t wait to get my hands on those new dies :)ReplyCancel

  • SandieJune 30, 2012 - 4:56 am

    Stunning card. I am loving all the masculine samples in this release. xxReplyCancel

  • Nan GJune 30, 2012 - 5:24 am

    Stunning! Love all the texture and the play between the rough burlap and the smooth ribbon. Great job, again!ReplyCancel

  • lizJune 30, 2012 - 5:31 am

    Great job, and peals have a place still,ReplyCancel

  • Dianne CJune 30, 2012 - 5:50 am

    Great card as always. I think everyone has a difficult time with cards for men.ReplyCancel

  • kathy/NorthCarolinaJune 30, 2012 - 6:08 am

    Becca, I really like this card,especially the burlap ribbon. Perfect for a guy. I can’t help but wonder what it would look like without the bow. I think, for a guy, it might work even better without it. Everything is so perfectly paired: paper, burlap, stamps, etc. You really are an artist!ReplyCancel

  • ANN ROBBINSJune 30, 2012 - 6:19 am

    The burlap sure makes the masculine feature. This can definitely be a problem thinking of things for a male card. My man is into old cars so I use stamps I have for him. His birthday is in July so I may use the burlap effect ~ think he would like that. Thanks for sharing and love 2 cards in one day. You hhave been busy, girlie. Bless you and your talented hands!
    Mstgane
    AnnReplyCancel

  • FrancineJune 30, 2012 - 6:34 am

    Your in fire! There is always a post from you waiting for me.
    One after another man cards. By chance I know you will come back to your
    mark.
    So beautiful masculin cards because we need it.
    Merci
    FrancineReplyCancel

  • LucindaJune 30, 2012 - 6:39 am

    Becca how do I get more info on how you did your labels on your storage cases.Love all of your cards.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJune 30, 2012 - 6:40 am

    Becca, the burlap looks like wheat too! :) VERY NICE!!!!!!!!!! (Here’s a question for you: Doesn’t the burlap STINK? My eyes & nose water when I smell burlap! :( I LOVE the look & even have some in my fabric…. Just wondering! )ReplyCancel

  • Deborah FringsJune 30, 2012 - 6:53 am

    I really like all the layers and texture in your card. The burlap ribbon is perfect and even a few pearls!! Super!ReplyCancel

  • Lynn WildJune 30, 2012 - 7:25 am

    Another Becca masterpiece! I’m looking forward to the release tomorrow.

    Lynn WildReplyCancel

  • Julia AstonJune 30, 2012 - 7:37 am

    What great colors on this masculine card Becca! love the layers of die cuts and beautiful ribbon – the frayed burlap adds wonderful texture and the sun ray image tucked in at an angle looks great!ReplyCancel

  • SoniaJune 30, 2012 - 8:00 am

    Another great card! I love how you wove the ribbon through the octagon strip.ReplyCancel

  • carolJune 30, 2012 - 8:31 am

    As usual – simply amazing!ReplyCancel

  • anyaJune 30, 2012 - 8:38 am

    Fabulous job, Becca. I do love the masculine color scheme – that bit of burlap is so yummy!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkJune 30, 2012 - 8:39 am

    Becca, thanks for making my day with your cards! Must check out the new dies.ReplyCancel

  • cassie kJune 30, 2012 - 8:43 am

    Love how you framed the sun rays.ReplyCancel

  • LageneJune 30, 2012 - 8:46 am

    Dare I say it…GORGEOUS masculine card!ReplyCancel

  • MarilynJune 30, 2012 - 9:33 am

    Love this card, great way to use your burlap, and your new Spellbinders dies, great effects. Once again you have made a beautiful card with your signature bow on it!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJune 30, 2012 - 9:57 am

    The burlap makes for a very nice card Becca. Love the colors and how you have embellished. The bow looks very nice and it looks professionally done. Beautiful work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • Peggy H.June 30, 2012 - 9:59 am

    Awesome card!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa SackettJune 30, 2012 - 10:07 am

    This card is right up my alley — I love the burlap and pearls which work together very effectively. If anyone can make it work, you can…and do it so well!ReplyCancel

  • Jackie A.June 30, 2012 - 10:31 am

    What a gorgeous card. The colors and burlap is wonderful. This gives me an idea. My man would love it! We need more examples of masculine cards.ReplyCancel

  • AnnelieJune 30, 2012 - 11:42 am

    Love the burlap ribbon — don’t think I’ve seen that before. It adds just the right touch to the “manly” card. Thanks for sharing, Becca.ReplyCancel

  • Camille M. RussellJune 30, 2012 - 12:26 pm

    Great coloring choices and not too mushy looking for those macho-men who will receive them!ReplyCancel

  • Vicky SchmidtJune 30, 2012 - 12:50 pm

    What a great man card. I am always looking for ideas for a man card,
    Thank you for shsring
    VickyReplyCancel

  • CynthiaJune 30, 2012 - 12:51 pm

    Simply gorgeous, Becca! Gotta’ work in my studio-have local orders. Blessings!ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)June 30, 2012 - 2:02 pm

    Another Becca beauty! This is so strong and masculine. What a great man-card!ReplyCancel

  • Mona L PendletonJune 30, 2012 - 2:29 pm

    Beautiful masculine card Becca! Love it!ReplyCancel

  • Charlotte ZweigoronJune 30, 2012 - 2:30 pm

    I have seen a lot of talk lately about the difficulty of man-cards. I agree, it is a stretch… but once I get into it, it opens a whole new door… and, I love to peek into new corners and see what I can do! Probably the hardest part is that men don’t tend to gush over our efforts the way our lady friends do… it goes with the territory, I suppose. I do notice that my husband keeps every single card I make for him and seems protective of them. That’s gotta be a good thing in a man’s world. My grandsons are most impressed and expressive when I make them a card with something they think is only part of their world, like Steam Punk or Grunge. Grandma does Steam Punk?! That’s impressive!!ReplyCancel

  • Tosha LeyendekkerJune 30, 2012 - 3:10 pm

    Love the warm rich colors and textures Becca!! Gorgeous, as always!!ReplyCancel

  • Pattie JonesJune 30, 2012 - 3:39 pm

    Love all the textures, and beautiful browns. hard to make masculine cards but this is elegant and our men are elegant….thanks for sharing…..hugsReplyCancel

  • ChelseaJune 30, 2012 - 4:02 pm

    I sure cannot wait to get my hands on that card creator set. You have really put that set to a lot of inspiring use, and I love how you worked it in to this card. Fabulous card, Becca.ReplyCancel

  • conniecrafterJune 30, 2012 - 4:27 pm

    Awesome masculine card, love every detail!!ReplyCancel

  • carolenJune 30, 2012 - 5:18 pm

    Awesome!ReplyCancel

  • KathleneJuly 1, 2012 - 2:28 pm

    Very pretty card, Becca. Love the new sentiment from Waltzing Mouse. Hugs, KathyReplyCancel

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Greetings blog friends!  First of all let me tell you there are some winners to report here!! You’ll remember at the beginning of the month I was interviewed by an on-line papercrafting magazine called Scrap’n Art. They graciously extended free 30 day subscriptions to Amazing Paper Grace readers so they could get in and see the article as well as the breadth of valuable content they offer on a monthly basis.  Well, there was a promise of 10 free one year subscriptions and they’ve given me the names of the winners.   All the necessary changes have been made to extend subscriptions, the winners don’t need to do anything except enjoy.  The winners are:

-Irene Bazell
-Kathy Clement
-Joanne Garland
-Yvonne Gebauer
-Nan Gustafson
-Lorrayne Ingram
-Robyn Josephs
-Glenda Kerr
-Kelly Neis
-Lisa Sackett

I have a card to share today using a fabulous sentiment from Our Daily Bread Designs called Bicycle.  Now I have to add, I don’t ever stamp a sentiment without using a Stampamajig and I even use it with clear stamps.  This sentiment as originally seen in the set is one long sentence.   The beauty of stamping makes it such that we can change these things if we want to; this is something I do all the time!  I needed a much more compact area because I wanted to fit into one of the new Spellbinders™  S4-367 Back to Basics Tags.  In looking for something different to do, I added Spellbinders™ Grand Labels Twenty Three behind my focal panel as a border.  I also picked a small flower die template that makes teeny tiny rolled roses from Spellbinders™ Whimsy.  ETA:  The bicycle is not a stamp but a motif on this fabulously masculine My Minds Eye paper that I picked up at Hobby Lobby.  The ODBD set does feature a bicycle also!! :-)

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps:  Our Daily Bread Designs, Bicycle
Paper:  My Minds Eye, Bazzill, Recollections Kraft
Ink: Amuse French Roast
Accessories: Spellbinders™  S4-367 Back to Basics Tags, Spellbinders™ Grand Labels Twenty Three, Spellbinders™ Whimsy, Satin Ribbon, Recollections Pearls, pearl brad

Thanks for stopping by and remember, something good is always on the way :-)

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  • ChelseaJune 29, 2012 - 1:44 am

    This is a beautiful card, Becca. I love the design. And the coffee color is so rich looking. Just lovely!ReplyCancel

  • Christine Harrop, Oxfordshire, UKJune 29, 2012 - 1:59 am

    Terrific card Becca and I love it. I think you must have made it just for me because I do a lot of cycling!! And this is a card you could send to a man – I am always on te lookout for “male – type” cards!ReplyCancel

  • AstridJune 29, 2012 - 2:01 am

    Stunning, love that bicycle stamp and the whole design and the colours are just beautiful together.ReplyCancel

  • AstridJune 29, 2012 - 2:09 am

    Hi Becca, Astrid again, I just checked the bicycle stamp on the Daily Bread design site and saw your bike is very different, did you change that stamp too or was the actual cycle part of the paper?ReplyCancel

  • Ursula UphofJune 29, 2012 - 2:50 am

    Becca just love this card, with the sentiment and all.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy SJune 29, 2012 - 3:13 am

    so prettyReplyCancel

  • MaryannJune 29, 2012 - 3:30 am

    What a wonderful card here Becca. As always you´ve done a terrific job, and I love this one here.ReplyCancel

  • cynthia beynonJune 29, 2012 - 3:40 am

    Becca Hope your weather is better today. Ours only hot hotter. That is
    the only way to describe it. 114 degrees. Loved your card as it brought
    back so many memories.

    cynthiaReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.June 29, 2012 - 4:12 am

    lovely card.
    Congratulations to all the winnersReplyCancel

  • TrishJune 29, 2012 - 4:20 am

    Just love this card. and the sentiment is wonderful.
    Cannot ride a bike so think this is lovely.
    Hugs Trish.ReplyCancel

  • Kathy/NorthCarolinaJune 29, 2012 - 4:37 am

    Yippee! Can’t believe I won a one year subscription to Scrap n Art! Thank you so much, Becca! I’m very excited!!!

    I love the colors you used in this card. That brown satin bow is so dreamy, and makes me want to go get a cup of coffee. Mmmmm….The quote is perfection with the bicycle image.

    I just ordered a stamp a ma jig, and can’t wait to start using it. Thanks again, and keep moving!ReplyCancel

  • loftylassJune 29, 2012 - 5:35 am

    Love your card Becca – the colours, craft card and sentiment plus cycle are well suited to ‘male themed’ cards – and we all know how ‘difficult’ these cards are to come up with. tfs
    Hugs
    Heather (UK)
    xReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJune 29, 2012 - 5:43 am

    Awesome card Becca. Tim Holtz style done the Becca way. Very nice I might add. Love the sentiment. I like the bow at the top of the card this time for a different look. Beautiful work. Congratulations!!! to all the winners. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • GlendaJune 29, 2012 - 5:44 am

    Becca, love your card this morning. The sentiment just speaks to me this morning as this is exactly how I’m feeling. I feel if I stop everything will tumble! Thanks so much…the colors are so beautiful and I love the bicycle stamp!ReplyCancel

  • Diane HJune 29, 2012 - 5:54 am

    Beautiful card, and love the sentiment!ReplyCancel

  • Nan GJune 29, 2012 - 6:06 am

    OMG! Is all I could say, as I was scrolling down the winners…..That’s me! Thank you! Love the online mag Scrap n Art! And your card fabulous! Love how you’ve curved the sentiment to fit your tag. So nice to see something other than pink… :DReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJune 29, 2012 - 6:09 am

    CONGRATULATIONS LADIES!!!!!!!!!!!!! ENJOY!!!!!!!!!! :)

    BEAUTIFUL card Becca!!!!!!!!!!!! Love the lined paper you used! By what I read, it sounds like the sentiment & the bicycle are the ONLY things you stamped! WOW!!!! Your card is BEAUTIFUL with ALL the extra pretties you add! :) BEAUUUUUUTIFUUUUL!!!!!!!!!!!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkJune 29, 2012 - 6:15 am

    Your card is a work of art. TFS. Have a great day.ReplyCancel

  • Lynn WildJune 29, 2012 - 6:21 am

    This is just gorgeous Becca! I had already been contemplating purchasing this new stamp set and you’ve just confirmed that I “need” it now!

    Lynn WildReplyCancel

  • Gloria WestermanJune 29, 2012 - 6:23 am

    Congratulation to the winners!!! how exciting…..I love your card…..will have to case this one too…..like I do all of yours…..LOL….tfsReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)June 29, 2012 - 6:25 am

    What a great card and sentiment! I’m just going to have to get my hands on that sentiment. I popped over to ODBD and checked out Bycycle. It will be perfect for a couple of folks near and dear to me. But it’s not just the stamp, it what you do with it and nobody does it like you!ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJune 29, 2012 - 6:28 am

    wow Becca, another stunning card. Wonderful warm colors.ReplyCancel

  • Rhea ThompsonJune 29, 2012 - 6:57 am

    Hi Becca!

    You must like to stay up late! Your e-mail came into my computer at 1:15 am this morning!

    I like the direction of your bow today – it’s nice to see different ways bows can be added since I get stuck doing the same thing over and over.

    I’d love to know the size of your cards each day; would that be possible? In my mind, you are the absolute BEST designer on the web! I can’t wait each day to see what you have created. Keep up the good work!

    With much admiration,
    RheaReplyCancel

  • Dottie DavisJune 29, 2012 - 7:49 am

    The card is gorgeous with the brown tones, the bike and the sentiments. The little bitty flowers are just perfect … any larger would distract from the beautiful paper and bike. I love the idea of using the “older” dies with the new.ReplyCancel

  • IreneJune 29, 2012 - 7:52 am

    yay, I won, I won, thank you so much. And your card, as always, is beautfiul!!ReplyCancel

  • Laura with Layers of ColorJune 29, 2012 - 8:02 am

    Oh, I’m loving these rich chocolate colors! Gorgeous, Becca!

    Warm summer hugs!ReplyCancel

  • MarilynJune 29, 2012 - 8:05 am

    Congrats to the winners. . . lovely card, great quote! And your bows are terrific!!!ReplyCancel

  • anapajaritaJune 29, 2012 - 8:18 am

    The bicycle stamp is not the one on the link provided…
    It is a beautiful stamp! Where can we find the other?ReplyCancel

  • EileenJune 29, 2012 - 8:37 am

    I agree with Loftylass….I think this makes a wonderful male card, the colours and theme would be ideal for a guy who loves to ride his bike.
    LOL EileenReplyCancel

  • KarenJune 29, 2012 - 9:41 am

    As always, wonderful!ReplyCancel

  • ANN ROBBINSJune 29, 2012 - 9:46 am

    Congrats to the winners, I am waiting for the new dies from spellbinders ~ that’s what I want to win (LOL)!!!!! Love the chocolate brown colors and the bike is really cool! I have an old friend who is a bicyclist and this would make him a great card. TFS!!!! HUGS!!
    Mstgane
    ANNReplyCancel

  • SusanJune 29, 2012 - 9:52 am

    Congratulations to the 10 winners of the magazine subscription. Hope you enjoy it!

    I really like this card Becca. Very different! I like the way you used the lined paper, love that bicycle and of course all of the finishing touches that make your cards so special.

    Hope you have a great long weekend and a happy 4th of July!ReplyCancel

  • Sharon RoselliJune 29, 2012 - 9:56 am

    love this card! the sentiment I needed today. thank you I receive it! something good is going to happen today!ReplyCancel

  • MichelleJune 29, 2012 - 10:46 am

    This is the most beautiful card that I have seen today!ReplyCancel

  • FrancineJune 29, 2012 - 11:05 am

    Something good is always on the way. It is so true with your blog.
    Beautiful card.
    Merci
    FrancineReplyCancel

  • Rebecca BowmanJune 29, 2012 - 11:09 am

    This is a wonderful card. Glad you step outside your girlie box for a change! Nice to have some ideas for the male population. You do such a great joB!ReplyCancel

  • ShelleeJune 29, 2012 - 11:35 am

    This is such a nice card! And, as always, I think it is also a great work of art! You are SO talented!
    ShelleeReplyCancel

  • MarisaJune 29, 2012 - 11:41 am

    Fabulous card as always, Becca. Love how you did the sentiment.ReplyCancel

  • Charlotte ZweigoronJune 29, 2012 - 11:46 am

    I have heard of this “Stampamajig” but have never seen one or seen one in use… You have given me something to investigate! I am familiar with the stamp you used so I know what part of it is altered and I often want to do this with some of my stamps and banners. The banner curves but the words do not!!! Beautiful card, Becca!! I know your plate is so FULL but I am still looking forward to being able to purchase something from your Etsy Shop. Hope the time will come soon!!ReplyCancel

  • Pattie JonesJune 29, 2012 - 12:04 pm

    Just a beautiful card, love the colors you chose, and the image is on my wish list….love it…..thanks for sharing……hugsReplyCancel

  • Charlene DahlbergJune 29, 2012 - 2:14 pm

    Becca,
    Your card is so rich with color. I love it – the colors are awesome.

    You say the stamps are Bicycle from Our Daily Bread but the set I see has the bicycle leaning against a fence. Is there another bicycle that I missed?ReplyCancel

  • FMJune 29, 2012 - 3:37 pm

    Congrats to all of the winners! I really like this card…the colors, the saying, all just beautiful!!ReplyCancel

  • conniecrafterJune 29, 2012 - 3:45 pm

    Great design and has that vintage feel!ReplyCancel

  • Vicky SchmidtJune 29, 2012 - 5:11 pm

    Becca,
    i just love all your cards. sorry i have not send you any emails. i had to have surgery on my right arm and i can’t use it for 6 weeks. and sleeping in a chair is not funny either. i would like to enter to recieve the magazine.
    vickyReplyCancel

  • JeanJune 29, 2012 - 5:20 pm

    Hi Becca, Another of your beautiful cards – just love how you have put it all together and how you stamped that perfect sentiment. Is it possible that you could mention which MME paper pad you used for this card in your next post? There are so many lovely MME papers to choose from. Many thanks – I always look forward to seeing what you produce.ReplyCancel

  • Robyn JosephsJune 29, 2012 - 7:37 pm

    Thanks for making me a winner!ReplyCancel

  • Shavanna BurlingameJune 29, 2012 - 9:04 pm

    I am so excited to get your emails. I love my new Becca’s Peg Bow Maker. I have always been so lousy at making bows, but love to use them on my cards. You have solved my dilema and made my life simple. God Bless you…love your site.ReplyCancel

  • LageneJune 29, 2012 - 10:08 pm

    Beautiful card, love the browns, makes it great for a guy!ReplyCancel

  • Carmen LuceroJune 29, 2012 - 10:57 pm

    Great to see masculine card inspiration! Thanks Becca i’ts fabulous!

    Hugs,

    Carmen LReplyCancel

  • karen dayJune 30, 2012 - 12:37 am

    Beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • DianaJune 30, 2012 - 6:45 am

    I love these cards and I am going to try the 4 butterfly one today, I love butterflies. Congrates to all of the winners.ReplyCancel

  • Lisa SackettJune 30, 2012 - 10:13 am

    I’m working my way around to your recent posts, and I love these rich tones in the cars you’re producing! Imagine my surprise to see my name as a winner on the subscription — wow! I feel so blessed.ReplyCancel

  • RobinJune 30, 2012 - 12:18 pm

    This is a great card for both men and women, I like that. And congratulations to the winners ; enjoy!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa :)July 1, 2012 - 3:52 am

    Beautiful card, Becca! Love the way you did the sentiment!ReplyCancel

  • KelleyJuly 10, 2012 - 12:19 am

    So cute!!!ReplyCancel

  • SallieJuly 20, 2012 - 2:01 pm

    So perfect. I just now was able to get to my mail after home damage in our recent storm here in Central VA. That is where I am…just keep moving. Love your card. I will always remember it and the quote from DBD.ReplyCancel

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Dear Blog friends, I had a chance to read all the comments from my blog post on Saturday morning.   I’m simply overwhelmed by your words.  One of the comments said I hope this is one of the days where you feel loved by all of your readers.  One of the days?   Just so you know, I feel that way everyday.  But more than that, I feel the sweet generosity of spirit of all the readers who pass through leaving thoughts and tips for others. 

I do have a card to share today, it features a new JustRitePapercrafts set called Thank You Labels 20.  The set is designed to match Spellbinders™ Labels 20 and the center circles matches Spellbinders™ Standard Circles SM.  In addition I used Spellbinders™ Marvelous Squares to frame it all in.  I’m intrigued by the loops on the side of the frame, so naturally I’ve had a go at different weaving formations and this is one of a few I’ll be showing you.  The colors here are a little bit darker than my normal palette, but a nice change of pace.


Sometimes I can’t bear to cut the tails on the ribbons too short.  I know that will prompt people to ask what I do with them or how they can be sent that way.  I just tuck them inside the card – way easier than trying to get them the correct length and honestly I like the long length.

SUPPLIES I USED
Stamps: JustRitePapercrafts – Thank You Labels 20
Paper:  Bazzill, Prima
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black
Accessories: Spellbinders™ Labels 20, Spellbinders™ Standard Circles SM, Spellbinders™ Marvelous Squares, button, ribbon, Recollections Paper Rose, Recollections Rhnestone stickers,

Sincerely . . . thanks for stopping by, see you soon!!

Posted in Retired Products, Spellbinders Die Templates
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  • RizwanaJune 25, 2012 - 5:19 am

    Love your cards and always can’t wait to see your new creations. Just wish I could craft like you. This card is so elegant and opulent love the detail, flowers and bow, just gorgeous. By the way just curious what happens to all your wonderful makes. Have a wonderful day hugs Rizwana xxReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisJune 25, 2012 - 5:21 am

    Gorgeous card Becca, love the darker colors used. It’s a little old world yet shabby-chic at the same time if that makes sense. You have embellished just beautifully. Amazing work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • kathy/NorthCarolinaJune 25, 2012 - 5:24 am

    Really beautiful….The weaving technique is quite amazing. But part of me hates to cover up the beautiful frame. I love the color palette!ReplyCancel

  • AmandaMJune 25, 2012 - 5:32 am

    This is such a gorgeous creation! I love the color combination. I love coming here just to see what beautiful things are there to brighten my day. Thank you so much, always, for your inspiration. I’m very grateful for everything you share.ReplyCancel

  • Ann robbinsJune 25, 2012 - 5:58 am

    I really like the black. One of my fellow cardmakers is very creative and she uses a lot of black. every week when we get together, I take my impad and show them all your creations for the week. Love getting the second one so fast ~ guess Sunday’s rain put you in a creative mood. Know it did me. The stamps add so much! Love it!
    Mstgane
    AnnReplyCancel

  • Patti WilleyJune 25, 2012 - 5:58 am

    Oh my! I’m quite sure I always start my coments this way, all of your cards are so beautiful! This background paper is just gorgeous and no one ties a more interesting bow than you Becca! Thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • SoniaJune 25, 2012 - 5:59 am

    Beautiful card! Of course it comes from a beautiful heart!ReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)June 25, 2012 - 6:10 am

    Oh my! Another magnificent masterpiece! Your ribbon weaving and bow are even more spectacular than usual – if that is possible. I love your blog and have learned so much from you. Thank you.ReplyCancel

  • AstridJune 25, 2012 - 6:22 am

    Wow, what an amazing card, stunning! Love the woven ribbon in the background, a real eye-catcher, it made me go wow the moments I saw it.ReplyCancel

  • Debbie BJune 25, 2012 - 6:29 am

    I love all your cards. They are so intricate and beautiful. I would love to take a class from you and find out how you put the different backgrounds and dies together. You are amazing.ReplyCancel

  • lizJune 25, 2012 - 6:31 am

    Love your color combo, it is stunning , Glad to hear what you do with your bows, I made one the other day felt like I had to cut it to fit in the mail.
    Have a Wonderful Day ,ReplyCancel

  • josieJune 25, 2012 - 6:33 am

    Ilove going on your site your cards have given me so much inspiration,although I am from across the water in England I don’t miss a day to look at your fantastic cards.ReplyCancel

  • facsmomJune 25, 2012 - 6:35 am

    What a wonderful way to start the day with beautiful cards and beautiful hearts. Today is one of those days that I would like to hit a “like” button for so many of the other comments. I, too, would be curious about what happens to your beautiful creations after you make them.ReplyCancel

  • facsmomJune 25, 2012 - 6:38 am

    P.S. Your cards are almost beyond description. BUT you kick that up another notch (sorry Emerrill . . .) by your photography-card awesome and such immaculate (I’m running out of words . . .) backgrounds used in the photo.ReplyCancel

  • MaryannJune 25, 2012 - 6:47 am

    Absolutely stunning creations here again Becca. You are simply amazing and your work is just soooo stunning always. Thanks so much for all the awesome inspiration, you always share inhere. I´m really astonished by all the beauty always. And this is definitely one of those, I´ll keep in mind for a very long time. I love it.ReplyCancel

  • monica edwardsJune 25, 2012 - 6:51 am

    I swear you never cease to amaze your my newspaper haha. Every morning faithfully I pull you up to see what is happening with you and what beautiful creation you have ins tore for us. My mother is from the Philipines nice to see crafts branching out from all over the world.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJune 25, 2012 - 6:52 am

    SOOOOOOOOO VERY BEAUTIFUL Becca!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!!! :) The darker palette is WONDERFUL!!!!!!!!!!!! :)
    Thanks for showing us! :)ReplyCancel

  • Melissa BJune 25, 2012 - 7:01 am

    What a stunning card! I just love all of the colors. You certainly have a gift, and are a gift to all of us in the card making community!ReplyCancel

  • Marilyn ClarkJune 25, 2012 - 7:09 am

    OH MY! What a gorgeous card. Thanks for sharing your God given talent with your readers.
    You are amazing! Have a great day.ReplyCancel

  • ColleenB.June 25, 2012 - 7:12 am

    Gorgeous card Becca and you are so very creative; especially when it ocmes to ribbon.
    May you have a great day and a better day tomorrow
    ColleenB.ReplyCancel

  • FrancineJune 25, 2012 - 7:17 am

    I like so much this new square frame and the dark colors. Those 2 elements are taking all my attention.
    Merci
    FrancineReplyCancel

  • MarilynJune 25, 2012 - 7:27 am

    WOW! Such a stunning card. . . from your paper, ribbon weaving, frames, sentiment, flowers, and your outsanding bows, this card is a masterpiece. You are such an inspiration both with your card making and your words of wisdom. I too would love to know what you do with all your beautiful cards you make.
    From the bottom of my heart I want to say a huge “Thank You” for keeping your blog site updated, sharing such gorgeous cards and making me feel so inspired with your words of wisdom from your heart.
    May you continue to be Blessed with the love of family, friends and creativity in your card creations.ReplyCancel

  • ChinnuJune 25, 2012 - 7:33 am

    Becca, this is simply beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • mary puskarJune 25, 2012 - 7:47 am

    Becca: Where did the die cut of the sewing machine come from? It’s so pretty!

    MaryReplyCancel

  • Juliana TJune 25, 2012 - 8:01 am

    I really love all your cards. You are so talented. This one is gorgeous and I love how you did the ribbon behind, too.ReplyCancel

  • Edna BurgessJune 25, 2012 - 8:14 am

    Very beautiful and all the extra ribbon. Can’t figure out how you did that. Anyone would love receiving such a card. Know I would. EdnaReplyCancel

  • Bernie KJune 25, 2012 - 8:14 am

    Becca, you do not make cards. You create art. What a God given talent you have!ReplyCancel

  • Charlotte ZweigoronJune 25, 2012 - 8:27 am

    Well, you did get some beige and a shade of pink or rose in there! The black is a knockout! You must be in high hog-heaven when the new dies come out. Spellbinder’s products just keep getting better and more innovative. What wonderful toys for someone as creative and “out-of-the-box” thinking as you! What does it take to get you out of that craft barn when CHA is on the way? It is pure torture for me trying to figure out which ones I love the most and how much I can spend this time. Whacking those die templates is recommended by one of the other intricate die makers… they say it won’t damage them. I still try to be a bit judicious about how much and how hard I bang the die on the edge of my craft table. I haven’t tried the wax paper but that’s on my list of things to try. Blessings and Hugs, Becca.ReplyCancel

  • LizJune 25, 2012 - 8:34 am

    awesome! love the color combination.ReplyCancel

  • Barbara JohnsonJune 25, 2012 - 8:35 am

    Becca you make my day!! First thing in the morning I opened your mail and I got the biggest lift! Just what I needed. I hope yu are lifted up by your fans!! You are terrific. Artist AND amazing Christian witness!! Thanks for all you do!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa SackettJune 25, 2012 - 8:49 am

    Gorgeous card! I love the color palette you used and your style of elegance in all your designs. And thank you for consistently sharing the moments. It’s what brings the realism into an otherwise digital world.ReplyCancel

  • Charlene DahlbergJune 25, 2012 - 8:49 am

    Becca,
    It just makes my day to see what beautiful creation you have to share with us. Sharing your thoughts and talent is so inspiring.ReplyCancel

  • Cheryl WrightJune 25, 2012 - 8:51 am

    Becca, this is absolutely stunning! What a wonderful card for anyone to receive. And I loooove the long ribbons!ReplyCancel

  • SianJune 25, 2012 - 8:58 am

    Just stunning! I always look at your creations, especially those with die cuts and wonder how your brain comes up with all the fascinating ways of using them?! I wish my brain would do that! But, I guess if we were all the same then life would be boring :)

    The colouring of this card is also really beautiful. Your cards are always so decadent :)ReplyCancel

  • DesiJune 25, 2012 - 8:58 am

    Amazing dies and your card is so elegant. Thanks for sharingReplyCancel

  • CynthiaJune 25, 2012 - 9:00 am

    Oh, so delightfully beautiful, Becca! Blessings!ReplyCancel

  • BethEJune 25, 2012 - 9:14 am

    Becca, you continue to amaze and inspire me! The colors are so far from your usual pastels but I would recognize it as a Becca card anywhere. You are such a delightful, warm, Christian woman. I would be proud to call you “friend” – actually, I think we all consider you a friend. I have already ” per-ordered” the wonderful Spellbinders “Marvelous Squares” and can’t wait to begin creating with these outstandingly intricate dies. Hugs and Blessings to a one of a kind, unique talent!ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaJune 25, 2012 - 9:22 am

    wow Becca, this is stunning. Love how you did the ribbon and the colors are gorgeous. Your photos of your cards are awesome too, do you actually own the stuff behind the cards you photograph?ReplyCancel

  • MarisaJune 25, 2012 - 9:32 am

    Gorgeous!!ReplyCancel

  • LageneJune 25, 2012 - 9:42 am

    Absolutely GORGEOUS! I love the vintage look of this dusty rose ribbon on the darker background!ReplyCancel

  • Margie FulcherJune 25, 2012 - 9:46 am

    Becca: This card is so gorgeous. I love, love, love the colors. ALL your cards are so beautiful. Also, thank you for the videos you share with us. I always look forward to my e-mails from you. I can hardly wait to get the marvelous squares. I do have a question. Will we be able to use the marvelous squares in our Cuttlebug, or will I have to get a Grand Calibur?
    Thanks for sharing you talents. You are an inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • KarenJune 25, 2012 - 9:49 am

    LOVE the ribbon weaving! And I love the long ribbon tails, too!ReplyCancel

  • Barbara BruderJune 25, 2012 - 10:12 am

    What a pretty card. Love the colors on this card and the ribbon weaving looks so nice on this card.ReplyCancel

  • Karen M. RothJune 25, 2012 - 10:35 am

    Is there any card that you do that is not GORGEOUS? It seems as I look at all your cards they are all just so breath-taking! You are a very talented artist, hun! God gifted you well :o)

    Keep them rolling in!ReplyCancel

  • Rachel BrooksJune 25, 2012 - 10:45 am

    Beautiful, as usual. I love your creative brain that “sees” so many alternative uses for dies, stamps, etc. It helps my elderly feeble one think slightly more outside the box!ReplyCancel

  • Cheryl StaufferJune 25, 2012 - 11:13 am

    Gorgeous creation and I love the Colors. Looking forward to more of your weaving techniques. Thanks for the inspiration you give everyday..ReplyCancel

  • EveleneJune 25, 2012 - 11:27 am

    What endear you to me are not only your wonderful creations but your KIND AND GENEROUS HEART as reflected in the loving thoughts you leave us each time. Take care Becca. Love you dearly.ReplyCancel

  • Dottie DavisJune 25, 2012 - 11:29 am

    When you want to make a big “splash” use black with tan etc. and you have it. I am absolutely in love with the colors on this card. I fall for the black every time but do not use it often myself either. It is for very special occasions it seems. You are so creative and we are the beneficiaries of the time you spend on these lovely cards. Thank you.ReplyCancel

  • Pattie JonesJune 25, 2012 - 11:29 am

    Gorgeous card with rich deep colors. Regal colors. makes one think of times gone by and the richness of fabric, lace,ribbon and flowers. Just love it. Anxious to see how you did the weaving. …..have a good day…..hugs and smiles….thank you for you inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • jo anne eggersJune 25, 2012 - 11:47 am

    Hi–i love your work–each piece is something that should be framed! i have recently bought two Spellbinder’s dies that you use and i am having a terrible time getting the paper out of the die without ripping it. one is the Lace Doily Motifs and the other is the Splendid Circles. do you have any suggestions–paper thickness perhaps or just a LOT of patience.

    thanks so much, Jo AnneReplyCancel

  • Laura with Layers of ColorJune 25, 2012 - 12:00 pm

    A work of art and a labor of love! Wow!ReplyCancel

  • BernieJune 25, 2012 - 12:05 pm

    I just knew you’d do something interesting with those Marvelous Squares, you never disappoint. FABULOUS!!!
    Blessings BernieReplyCancel

  • Jan CastleJune 25, 2012 - 12:18 pm

    STUNNING….like everything about your beautiful card…and your sharing spirit…
    Blessings and Paper Hugs,
    JanReplyCancel

  • sheriJune 25, 2012 - 12:26 pm

    I have already pre-ordered the Marvelous Squares die. When I first saw the side slits, I too, immediately thought of ribbon weaving and wondered if that would work. Now I know it will !!! Your treatment on this card is magnificent. You say you will be showing a few examples of this technique, and I can hardly wait to see them. Your work is so inspirational to all of us. I have learned a lot from you. Thanks so much!ReplyCancel

  • AlexandraJune 25, 2012 - 12:50 pm

    Beautiful card Becca, and I love those richer colours too. These new frames look amazing too, yet another for my wish list. I’m glad your blog cheers you up, it certainly puts a smile on your blog readers faces (I suppose I can only speak for myself, but I’m sure others would agree).
    thanks for all the lovely ideas and inspiration you give us, for using your dies in ways that stretch the imagination.ReplyCancel

  • Donna WJune 25, 2012 - 1:14 pm

    Absolutely Love it!
    Blessings!ReplyCancel

  • Rosie WaldtJune 25, 2012 - 1:17 pm

    Love the ribbon art you did and of course, thos SB Marvelous Squares, I’ve got to have that one!!! Very gorgeous as usual, Becca!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Camille M. RussellJune 25, 2012 - 1:33 pm

    Am I going to get an answer (recipe) to how to make those gorgeous snowflake-like paper embellishment you made with Spellbinders new Squares–or should I just forget about ever making them?ReplyCancel

  • MegJune 25, 2012 - 2:01 pm

    Becca, I read your post about losing a friend suddenly. Am so sorry for that as it must have been such a surprise and shock. May you be comforted with the memories that you shared with her. Hopefully you will see her in heaven. I try to look at your blog regularly but don’t post much. You are appreciated very much and I’m grateful for your beautiful creations. Since I don’t have a die cut machine I don’t have any dies to create them in my own version, but do enjoy looking.
    Keep up the good work for us to view and thanks again.ReplyCancel

  • NadineJune 25, 2012 - 2:57 pm

    Very lush. good jobReplyCancel

  • joyce andersonJune 25, 2012 - 3:22 pm

    WOW —Soo love the darker colors today. I’m hoping to place a
    order for all the tips you’ve included for us…THANK YOU , thanks again!
    Love this card!ReplyCancel

  • Terri SJune 25, 2012 - 3:46 pm

    Love the pairing of the rose colors with the darker! Thanks for that inspiration! You bring inspiration each day…in design, color, and most of all humanity and love of God.ReplyCancel

  • Jean CJune 25, 2012 - 4:04 pm

    Wow! What a beautiful pairing of colors! You always amaze me with your creativity and design. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with the world.ReplyCancel

  • ChelseaJune 25, 2012 - 4:07 pm

    Another amazing card! This is just beautiful, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • mayJune 25, 2012 - 4:28 pm

    This card just beautiful ,darker colours is so appealing ,can’t wait to next one !!
    Really love those ribbon’s you use am useless with ribbon’s
    Such a great talent you have Becca!ReplyCancel

  • conniecrafterJune 25, 2012 - 5:32 pm

    Lovely, such neat criss-crossing of the ribbon, I can’t wait to get that square die :)ReplyCancel

  • cindy ClickJune 25, 2012 - 5:48 pm

    These colors are stunning together!! I love the “criss-cross” effect of ribbon. It reminds me of vintage parlor look back in the day. My mother, always had a parlor in their house, and it was in these colors. She was from Rhode Island, so she pronounced it “paw-la” Thank you for letting us peek into your life and trusting us to share your feelings and your talent. We are honored.
    CindyReplyCancel

  • MarianJune 25, 2012 - 6:02 pm

    This is just gorgeous and I love the way you have folded the ribbons on the side into the Marvelous Square die.ReplyCancel

  • PJJune 25, 2012 - 6:08 pm

    What a beauty! I love the ribbon weaving and the color combo is so “dramatically” elegant.. I know sometimes you say it seems to take you forever to choose your designer paper, but you always make a fantastic choice.

    PJReplyCancel

  • Sylvia/GeorgiaJune 25, 2012 - 6:45 pm

    Everything about this card is beautiful beyond words! Only you could have thought to do the wonderful ribbon weaving which made the card go from wonderful to totally amazing!ReplyCancel

  • SuziJune 25, 2012 - 7:05 pm

    So beautiful! I love the long tails, too!ReplyCancel

  • OnaJune 25, 2012 - 7:52 pm

    Dear Becca,

    Thank-you SO much for sharing your talents and your life with us.
    Yours is the 1st blog I look for every day. BlessingsReplyCancel

  • Gloria ShirrJune 25, 2012 - 11:04 pm

    Gorgeous card Becca!! Love the colors and how you pulled it all together. Great job!! Gloria

    ReplyCancel

  • JaniJune 25, 2012 - 11:28 pm

    Beautiful card. I love the way you wrapped the ribbon.ReplyCancel

  • RufusJune 25, 2012 - 11:44 pm

    love, love, love it!!!! The “woven” ribbon, the long tails, color combo, just elegantly gorgeous! Glad to know that the love & respect comes through in the comments.
    Hugs,
    R/ReplyCancel

  • SusanJune 26, 2012 - 12:14 am

    What a beautiful card Becca! You are so good to your readers and I so appreciate all of the time you take to share your amazing talents with us. Looking forward to more of your weaving!ReplyCancel

  • Jackie PiertJune 26, 2012 - 12:47 am

    I love the colors! It works really nice and look sharp! Please share you technique for inking?? coloring?? the dies. Like the one just behind the Thank You tag. curious minds would love to know how you got that look!

    Have great one!
    JackieReplyCancel

  • Jackie PiertJune 26, 2012 - 12:48 am

    Oh and silly me finally figured out that if you run your mouse over the calender…LOL it shows what posting was on that day..and if you click it..LOL guess what..it takes you to it roflmaooo I so amuse myself sometimes!

    JackieReplyCancel

  • Edna SiuJune 26, 2012 - 1:40 am

    Becca, it is lovely color, and the tails are tails, let them be as long as you like it, it is you, it is yours, it is totally your way.ReplyCancel

  • patricia p.June 26, 2012 - 2:36 am

    Becca
    I love the darker palette and I loved the ribbon work. It really makes it sing.
    Everything is perfect as usual but I do love the rich colors.

    Love all your works but some speak more to me than others.
    take care Becca and GB

    patReplyCancel

  • loftylassJune 26, 2012 - 3:38 am

    Thank YOU Becca…..Love your card – I use black quite often in my cardmaking and teamed with pink and cream it is delightful. The ribbon weaving is stunning. I’m so looking forward to these new dies becoming available. tfs.
    Hugs
    Heather (UK)
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  • Gloria WestermanJune 26, 2012 - 6:05 am

    Stunning!!! I love these colors also….they are so elegant….can’t wait for these dies to hit the market….tfsReplyCancel

  • JoannJune 26, 2012 - 6:36 am

    Becca I love this card! I love the colors, i love everything about it. You do some awesome work!

    Hugs,
    Jo
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  • CherylJune 26, 2012 - 7:05 am

    Hope you’re feeling better today. I am thankful for every morning that I open my eyes and I am still here. The older I get (60+), the more I try to fit as many joyful things in my day as possible.
    I lost my husband to a heart attack when I was 26. Many years ago, but I have never forgotten the lesson that I learned. Love every minute and every day to it’s fullest.
    With that thought in mind, my daughter and I leave tomorrow to spend a month with my dear daughter in Tn and my 5(soon to be 6)grandchildren. I live in central Florida and get to see them once a year. This will be my first time to spend a whole month with them. My husband works at Disney(35 years) and cannot take that much time off. I feel a little guilty leaving him and my home behind, but feel the need to spend quality time with my daughter and grandchildren. In a few years, she might be able to manage a trip down to visit. Until then, I will make the yearly trip to see them.
    My largest regret is that I will not be able to see your blog every morning. My computer and cards will have to sit for a month.
    Have a wonderful July, Becca.
    You are such an inspiration.
    Love CherylReplyCancel

  • Marcie SmithJune 26, 2012 - 10:11 am

    Just love these new majestic squares. Your card is so lovely. Love all the elements of this card from the gorgeous prima paper to the beautiful ribbon usage and of course this new die set, which is a stunner.
    MarcieReplyCancel

  • NoelleJune 26, 2012 - 4:22 pm

    I ab-so-lute-ly LOVE these colors. There is a nod to vintage and a bit girly. I so enjoy seeing the works of art that you share with us.ReplyCancel

  • Jan BrumbelowJune 28, 2012 - 6:18 am

    All your cards are works of art. Surely a delight to those who are lucky enough to receive them.ReplyCancel

  • Wendy OlsonJune 28, 2012 - 9:29 am

    Beautiful cards. I am anxious to try some of these ideas. Do you have to pa extra postage? Most times I don’t mind but at Christmas it would be very expensive.ReplyCancel

  • June MetcalfeJune 28, 2012 - 10:51 am

    Just can’t wait to get my hands on the Marvellous Squares – you make such beautiful cards Becca.

    On a more serious note – is there a possibility of your Bow Maker coming to a retailer in England at all? If I buy from America I am charged tax by our Customs which takes it way up in price.

    Best wishes
    JuneReplyCancel

  • GLENDA S NEWMANJune 28, 2012 - 1:36 pm

    A FRIEND JUST TOLD ME ABOUT YOU AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL WORK.IM JUST GETTING STARTED INTO MAKING CARDS , YOUR A BIG INSPRIATION TO ME .YOUR CARDS ARE UNBELIEVEABLE.THANKS FOR SHARING. GLENDA S NEWMANReplyCancel

  • Katie K.June 28, 2012 - 2:56 pm

    Thanks, Becca, for another gorgeous card. Would you consider doing a Becca bit on how you kept all the pieces together while weaving those ribbons. I can see how you did it. But I’m sure I’d be all thumbs at getting the ribbons taped down smoothly on the back without getting the front off kilter. Any tips?ReplyCancel

  • Lizzie from NZJune 28, 2012 - 3:01 pm

    Becca, thank you for your inspirational cards once again. I can’t wait to do some next week, which is our school vacation winter break time. I am looking forward to surrounding myself with craft materials, and not watching the clock!ReplyCancel

  • Earlene BostJune 29, 2012 - 12:28 am

    GORGEOUS!!! Love the weave and the way the ribbon trails off the card.ReplyCancel

  • Jean HempelJuly 4, 2012 - 11:46 pm

    Such a beautiful gorgeous card..I love the darker deeper coloring, it is so beautiful and makes the card so stunning and sharper.. A stunning card for a Thank You card… love the flowers and the ribbon combo…
    Hugs, JeanReplyCancel
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