The Hope We Have

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Hi there friends!! I’ve been reading your blogaversary entries and just marvel at the genuinely sweet souls that posted what they are grateful for.   I’d hug every one of ya if I could get my arms around you!!   It simply does my heart good!!!  I do have a card  to share today.  It was made using the new sets from Our Daily Bread Designs which include the Anchor Set and the He Shall Be Called Background.  They work so well together – the background is a fabulous element to throw on a card.  I seem to be stuck on the dusty blue color – I love it!


HOW IT’S MADE

1. Make Card Base – mine is 6″x6″
2. Layer a mat 5¾”x5¾”.  Adhere with foam tape.
3. Layer a mat and design paper 5½” x 5½”. Adhere with foam tape.
4. Layer two matted panels, 2″ x 4½”, with stamped cream cardstock. Adhere with foam tape.
5. Tie Ribbon
6. Top with a medallion created using Spellbinders Parisian Motifs, Labels Nineteen, Classic Circles LG.  Adhere with foam tape.
7. Stamp sentiment then cut/emboss with Classic Circles SM,  Adhere with foam tape.
SUPPLIES I USED

Stamps: Our Daily Bread Designs – Anchor, He Shall Be Called
Paper: Bazzill, K & Company – Juliette
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black
Accessories: Spellbinders Labels Nineteen, Spellbinders Classic Circles SM, Spellbinders Classic Circles LG, Spellbinders Parisian Motifs, Clear Embossing Powder, Ribbon

Thanks for peeking in today!!  I’m so grateful for such a wonderful group of readers.

Posted in Our Daily Bread, Spellbinders Die Templates, Stamping

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  • DonnaFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:22 am

    Beautiful card……love the colors! The verse is so true, God surely is my Anchor.ReplyCancel

  • AnitaFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:23 am

    Beautiful card and beautiful scripture passage. What a blessing to someone this card would be.ReplyCancel

  • lacyquilterFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:37 am

    Beautiful. I always love seeing the different ways to layer all the gorgeous dies.ReplyCancel

  • DarlaFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:39 am

    Gorgeous card! I always LOVE it when you do a blue card, they always are favorites of mine!ReplyCancel

  • RobbieFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:41 am

    That color is one of my very favorites. I love the sentiments you always use. You bring verses and design together so well…keep inspiring us!ReplyCancel

  • Mary JaneFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:42 am

    Beautiful card. I, too, am a fan of making cards of blue and white. I am wondering where you get your ribbon, especially the wider widths. Don’t seem to be able to find any around my home. Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • RebekkaFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:43 am

    Beautiful card and beautiful color combo!ReplyCancel

  • Dolly/scrapthatFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:48 am

    Sooo pretty! TFS!ReplyCancel

  • sarahFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:49 am

    Hi Becca
    this is a stunning card. What do you do with all the cards you have made?
    hugs sarah xReplyCancel

  • bethann dFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:50 am

    blue in any shade is my fav color but this dusty blue is so calming, so perfect for the stamps, another lovely card BeccaReplyCancel

  • GloriaFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:51 am

    Becca,

    What a beautiful card and encouraging message!

    Reminds me of the hymn “Will your anchor hold”ReplyCancel

  • Phyllis M.February 10, 2011 - 8:52 am

    Beautiful card love it. Thank you for including your measurements for your card size and also the panels and layers too. That really helps know what size your beautiful cards are. I am so glad you have included them in your card recipes. Wonderful work and so inspiring. Thank you for sharing your lovely creations.ReplyCancel

  • Carol LFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:55 am

    This is magnificent with all the layers and gorgeous blues!ReplyCancel

  • CharlotteFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:00 am

    Oh, Becca, EVERYTHING you do is so lovely, and this card is no exception! I love, love, love the “He Shall Be Called” background paired with the Hebrews 6:19 verse. And, I love the dusty blue color, too. I’m always in awe of what you make! Thank you for sharing your talent!ReplyCancel

  • Corine van der ZeeFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:00 am

    Wow Becca, what a beautiful card, love the colours!
    You’re an great inspiration!

    Have a nice day and a big hug from Holland.

    X CorineReplyCancel

  • Susan KingFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:01 am

    Becca, you are amazing how you just put all the Nestabilities Dies together.ReplyCancel

  • CharlotteFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:02 am

    I forgot to add . . . that I’m always glad when you reveal “How It’s Made” as I’m especially curious to know what size your cards are.ReplyCancel

  • MerlaFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:02 am

    I like that you are stuck in the dusty blue colors and you have paired them so well with the patterned paper you chose. Love your site Becca…I visit everyday and am seldom disappointed. You have your own unique style and it is beautiful. Love your new idea for us to share our crafting secrets among us…ReplyCancel

  • emilyFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:02 am

    Enjoying your blue cards lately Becca, although any colour you use seems to be perfect for the card you make!
    Thanks for sharing! :o)ReplyCancel

  • SusiFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:05 am

    Every card you post with the lovely Parisian dies coming from Spellbinders makes me SO glad I pre-ordered them! Can’t wait to get my hands on them, and all because your cards are SO beautiful.ReplyCancel

  • DaviFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:09 am

    A beautiful card…such a peaceful color and encouraging scripture!!ReplyCancel

  • Kelly MassmanFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:11 am

    love it! I see if I can think of something to share for your 31 days!ReplyCancel

  • Marvel BurrFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:14 am

    Hi Becca!! I so enjoy looking at your cards, and I’m thrilled that you’re sharing the base size of the cards, too. It makes it so much easier to try to replicate the card with the supplies that I have, that may not be exactly the same as what you’ve used!! :} May God continue to bless you as you serve Him!

    Hugs!ReplyCancel

  • Jeanielou KaufmanFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:17 am

    Another’ keeper’ or I sometimes call them a ‘treasure’. I love blue, and of course the wonderful words.
    What can I say, except it is so gorgeous as usual with your talented hands and mind. Thanks for the joy for my day.
    Hugs, JeanielouReplyCancel

  • MaryannFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:22 am

    What a gorgeous card dear friend. I love the blue colors, they´re just gorgeous, so please just keep them comming dear friend.ReplyCancel

  • JannaFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:25 am

    This card is GORGEOUS! You are a great inspiration!ReplyCancel

  • Karen WFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:25 am

    Beautiful card and I love this new set also. Wonderful colors and the spellbinders dies are perfect with it.ReplyCancel

  • Judy WilliamsFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:26 am

    I have my new Spellbinder wish list ready after seeing this card. Becca, I absolutely love it.ReplyCancel

  • Shelly SchmidtFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:30 am

    Beautiful- love the sentiment and the pretty colors you used!ReplyCancel

  • Helen BisesiFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:43 am

    Your work is always so beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Cindy haffnerFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:45 am

    BEAUTIFUL Becca!!ReplyCancel

  • CherylFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:45 am

    This is a beautiful card, Becca. What’s your secret to getting your DPs and your mats so perfectly alligned? Do you ever ending up tossing something aside because it was a bit crooked? I always seem to have a problem with that. Have a wonderful day!ReplyCancel

  • TheaFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:45 am

    Hi Becca,

    Such a beautiful card and i like the textstamp! (my english is not so good)
    I hope you are doing well!

    Hugs TheaReplyCancel

  • Miss GFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:53 am

    Good Morning Becca
    You just stay stuck on the dusty blue I’m loving it and love to see how you mix and match the pattern paper as well. Thank you for the “the way you made it” block. Blue is a calming color and that new Parisian(?) Spellbinder is beautiful. Be blessedReplyCancel

  • SusanFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:57 am

    A really beautiful card.
    thank you for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Tammy Q HowellFebruary 10, 2011 - 9:59 am

    Beautiful Card! Love that sentiment!ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenFebruary 10, 2011 - 10:02 am

    There’s that WONDERFUL BLUE again!!!! GORGEOUS CARD!!!! :) WOW!!!!ReplyCancel

  • GlendaFebruary 10, 2011 - 10:24 am

    In awe of your talent!! Sooo inspiring!!ReplyCancel

  • lindylou50February 10, 2011 - 10:28 am

    love the colours here. Haven’t visited for a while but I like the new layout of your blog with the boxes underneath with all the details, thanks for the continued inspiration Becca.ReplyCancel

  • Diane LFebruary 10, 2011 - 10:39 am

    Oh my! It is such a pleasure to visit your blog Becca! Your cards are always so stunning! TFS all the details of your card,love it!ReplyCancel

  • PeggyFebruary 10, 2011 - 10:45 am

    Awesome! Love the dusty blue and the Our Daily Bread has some wonderful sentiments.ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie JeanFebruary 10, 2011 - 10:48 am

    WOW !!! I love this color Becca.
    This is just a Beautiful Card. Again, you are so creative.

    Hugs,ReplyCancel

  • Karen HetheringtonFebruary 10, 2011 - 10:55 am

    Hooray for dusty blue! It’s one of my favorite colors too.I once tried to arrange my closet by colors and realized I only had two,blue and beige!
    I check out your cards every day. They are sooo lovely.Ah that I could be that creative.
    KarenReplyCancel

  • LorettaFebruary 10, 2011 - 10:58 am

    I really love this card…the blue…the layers…the sentiment…yep…it all works beautifully!!!ReplyCancel

  • MarisaFebruary 10, 2011 - 11:11 am

    Love how you layered the nesties, Becca. Gorgeous DP and card.ReplyCancel

  • AnneFebruary 10, 2011 - 11:14 am

    Wonderful sentiment – wonderful card to display it :o)

    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • EbaFebruary 10, 2011 - 11:38 am

    really beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • MilliejsFebruary 10, 2011 - 11:40 am

    Dear Becca….today I am grateful for being able to see the sun shining. Sight is a precious gift. It allows us to see all kinds of beauty to refresh our spirits. Have a good day.ReplyCancel

  • MarjaFebruary 10, 2011 - 11:47 am

    What a beautiful card Becca. The blue colours and layout are gorgeous. I aboslutely love it.

    hugs Marja
    the NetherlandsReplyCancel

  • Sheila - UKFebruary 10, 2011 - 11:48 am

    That dusty blue card is just sooo beautiful….do wish I could get it in the UK..and your card is another beauty Becca.

    Love Sheila xxReplyCancel

  • Sharon FieldFebruary 10, 2011 - 11:49 am

    Another winner! Thank God that I have the eyes to see……..ReplyCancel

  • FrancesFebruary 10, 2011 - 12:15 pm

    Gorgeous card, love it!!ReplyCancel

  • lois skiathitisFebruary 10, 2011 - 12:16 pm

    Beautiful card Becca, love the layering on this one. Beautiful work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-DReplyCancel

  • PamelaFebruary 10, 2011 - 12:38 pm

    Love todays card yet again! I’m even more thankfull today as I feel so much better than I did yesterday. Healthwise I mean.ReplyCancel

  • Mary SchmidtFebruary 10, 2011 - 12:41 pm

    You make such beautiful cards. How do you get the ideas to put everything together and have it turn out so gorgeous? My brain would never come up with the ideas, like that. I need to find the inspiration from another source and take ideas from that. That is why I love looking at all these blogs. Thanks for coming up with all the ideas. I love your cards.ReplyCancel

  • Barbara PFebruary 10, 2011 - 12:44 pm

    WOW ! I think I HAVE to HAVE those new ODB stamps….He is truly so Wonderful to me !! Lovely card Becca ~ReplyCancel

  • Donna PolleyFebruary 10, 2011 - 12:56 pm

    What would we do with out the great spellbinders die’s? You do such beautiful cards with them.I hope your heart is healing. It is special to all of us Blog friends to know we can some how encourage you as you use the gifts God has given you to heal and encourage each of us in our daily lives.
    God is good and has truly given you a special gift.Thanks for sharing it with us.ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterFebruary 10, 2011 - 1:06 pm

    Love the color, such pretty layering, Gorgeous card!ReplyCancel

  • Mary GutierrezFebruary 10, 2011 - 1:17 pm

    What can I say…but everyday I’m in awwwww….gorgeous card as always!!ReplyCancel

  • Sabine EdelmannFebruary 10, 2011 - 1:26 pm

    Wonderful card! Now I can’t wait for this stamp sets to arrive at my doorsteps!ReplyCancel

  • TemaFebruary 10, 2011 - 1:47 pm

    Another day, another beautiful card. Today I will say that I’m grateful to have apassion which is paper crafting.To be fullfilled one must be passionate bout something.ReplyCancel

  • KathyFebruary 10, 2011 - 2:20 pm

    Very nice…love your sketch.ReplyCancel

  • JeanFebruary 10, 2011 - 2:34 pm

    I love the card. The background is so awesome. I had a period of time in my life that was so stressful that I could not sleep. I didn’t count sheep, I would go through the alphabet thinking of the names of God. Sometimes I would get to Z. Sometimes, I didn’t get very far until I drifted off to a restful sleep. It was as though as I called out the various names to Him he ministered to me. Christ is our anchor!ReplyCancel

  • Lori HeadyFebruary 10, 2011 - 2:39 pm

    I know I’d be all over without my anchor.
    Pretty colors and great job.ReplyCancel

  • JoAnn BurnhamFebruary 10, 2011 - 3:00 pm

    Gorgeous card. Love the colors and the way you layered the elements. Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • JessicaFebruary 10, 2011 - 3:14 pm

    Just gorgeous! I love this sentiment! And all the spellbinders labels etc. It’s all just beautiful! Thanks again for your lovely work.I do so enjoy your projects.ReplyCancel

  • Barbara WilsonFebruary 10, 2011 - 3:33 pm

    Beautiful card. I am grateful that my husband got a good report on his heart health today.ReplyCancel

  • GloriaFebruary 10, 2011 - 3:49 pm

    Love your card, especially when blue, my favorite color. God is my anchor. PTL!!! Love all the layers in your card too!ReplyCancel

  • Mary HarrisFebruary 10, 2011 - 3:54 pm

    This is such a beautiful card Becca!! I just love that sentiment!! Lovely!ReplyCancel

  • MarieFebruary 10, 2011 - 4:38 pm

    Hi Becca,

    Beautiful card…and sentiment xReplyCancel

  • JenFebruary 10, 2011 - 5:30 pm

    BEAUTIFUL…ReplyCancel

  • Clare CurcioFebruary 10, 2011 - 5:55 pm

    I’m happy to know Jesus, because he has brought us through a difficult time in 2010, and we weren’t aware of it until not too long ago. Over the last 10 months, I can honestly say I have seen God’s hand work in our lives – it’s right there in front of our faces and we can’t deny it! I’m so thankful that I am a child of God, and that my husband is too! Our daughter recently accepted Christ as her Saviour, so we have more to celebrate!ReplyCancel

  • Bette SFebruary 10, 2011 - 6:21 pm

    Becca, I would bet that Spellbinders have you specifically in mind when they come out with new dies! No one creates with them like you do! Just absolutely beautiful! Love the colors and the sentiment and of course, the dies.ReplyCancel

  • ChristinaFebruary 10, 2011 - 6:42 pm

    beautiful card…. I love the blue’s!ReplyCancel

  • Margaret ThompsonFebruary 10, 2011 - 7:05 pm

    I just love the blue in that card. Boy it really makes your work stand out beautifully. Colors and color coordination is everything when it comes to a project, any project.ReplyCancel

  • DelamaFebruary 10, 2011 - 7:10 pm

    I like how layer the card and the color you have chosen. And I really love the say that you had chose to put on this card. Thank you for sharing.
    Have a great day :)
    DelamaReplyCancel

  • Val WFebruary 10, 2011 - 7:50 pm

    So pretty! Blue is one of my favorite colors, so this really caught my eye.ReplyCancel

  • DeniseFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:04 pm

    I love that blue too Becca & what a beautiful card, but your cards are always so beautiful. And the Lord is my savior & anchor in my lifeReplyCancel

  • SnoopyFebruary 10, 2011 - 8:15 pm

    It’s gorgeous! I love that dusty blue color too. It’s such a beautiful contrast with the white ribbon. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Hugs,
    Snoopy :DReplyCancel

  • Michelle ~ daydreams505February 10, 2011 - 9:25 pm

    Beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Theresa RomaniFebruary 10, 2011 - 10:51 pm

    I love the richness of your designs and the double panel behind the focal image is so elegant and just right for it!ReplyCancel

  • Pat FaulhaberFebruary 10, 2011 - 11:43 pm

    Another gorgeous card, Becca. It amazes me how you come up with all your designs. Such a talent! God has blessed you for sure. PatReplyCancel

  • Karen LinarezFebruary 10, 2011 - 11:51 pm

    Wow, this is such a beautiful card. I love that blue, too, and that backgroung IS really great. I’m so anxious to get my hands on some ODBD stamps, they are fantastic. I would love to make a card with that same combination of nesties but put it on a gatefold card. Again, what a beauty, Becca!ReplyCancel

  • LouiseFebruary 11, 2011 - 12:40 am

    Beautiful card….Wow!!! Love that blue color, and the spellbinders that you’ve used. How do you come up with so many ideas???
    You do “amazing” work :o)ReplyCancel

  • KelleyFebruary 11, 2011 - 1:22 am

    I don’t think it is possible to be stuck on dusty blue. :)

    I keep looking at Our Daily Bread stamps and I think I just need to bite the bullet and buy some. You are enabling.ReplyCancel

  • Vickie DoswellFebruary 11, 2011 - 1:50 am

    What a beautiful card! I love blue and this is a nice shade. I love blogs cause they let you reach out to see things you would never see.ReplyCancel

  • Gay FerlandFebruary 11, 2011 - 3:30 am

    I love your blog!!! Although your cards are hard to recreate, I like looking at them!ReplyCancel

  • CathyFebruary 11, 2011 - 4:40 am

    I adore the blue, too. You have inspired me over the years, so thank you. Being on a tight budget for the past few years, I have avoided large craft purchases, but I have just bitten the bullet and bought a die cutter and my first sets of spellbinders dies (and discovered that I could save a little by importing them from your side of the Atlantic), so am finally beginning to play.ReplyCancel

  • SusanFebruary 11, 2011 - 7:26 am

    Your cards always make me want to go out and buy more Spellbinders. I enjoy stopping by and seeing what you have created! Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • Olga JewellFebruary 11, 2011 - 7:48 am

    This is absolutely beautiful! Your bows are always so perfect!!!!ReplyCancel

  • Cindy WorswickFebruary 11, 2011 - 8:31 am

    I love this blue!!!! Beautiful as usual!!!ReplyCancel

  • Carletta BrockFebruary 11, 2011 - 8:54 am

    Becca,

    You are too generous with all the giveaway goodies. Today, I am grateful for all the generous and giving people in the world such as yourself.

    CarlettaReplyCancel

  • Francie (Montreal)February 11, 2011 - 9:17 am

    What a precious card in every aspect, Becca. Could have only been made by a very precious lady. Thank you for sharing it.ReplyCancel

  • EmmyFebruary 11, 2011 - 10:27 am

    Love the contrast with the two blues! Another awesome creation.ReplyCancel

  • ConnieFebruary 11, 2011 - 12:46 pm

    My trouble is finding time to do the cards I want to do, I like doing embrodiery on paper but your cards make me want to expand what I do.
    I have been practicing with corner punches using you tutorials. Thank you for the inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • RoxanneFebruary 11, 2011 - 1:35 pm

    I LOVE your cards….I am one of those “blurkers”, who read–don’t write a bunch, but love your artwork! Happy upcoming blogaversary!! :)ReplyCancel

  • Angelina WesselsFebruary 11, 2011 - 3:00 pm

    This is a beautiful card! I love the layout, it really allows you to use several DP patterns or stamped backgrounds, yet forms a nice focal point for your saying! The dusty blue color does work well here as well. You have a great eye for color, pattern and creativity – you inspire the rest of us!ReplyCancel

  • KayFebruary 11, 2011 - 7:56 pm

    Today I am grateful to be in my own home for the weekend. With my husband, and able to worship with my church family on Sunday.ReplyCancel

  • Lorie B.February 12, 2011 - 3:01 am

    This is a lovely card! What a powerful sentiment!ReplyCancel

  • geatyFebruary 12, 2011 - 4:00 am

    Hello, my name geaty, I am new to your blog and Holala, I am very happy with myself included in your newsletter, I love what you do, and I have always admired your wonderful accomplishments, I tried to leave a message for your blog candy but you have had over 1000 comments !!!!!! wahoo !!!!!so I am unable to connect then I let you understand a little here, a big thank you for everything you shared with us is great, good luck and long live your blog geaty of belgium!ReplyCancel

  • Paula FullerFebruary 12, 2011 - 8:40 pm

    I’m thankful for my husband of 42 years. I see troubled marriages all around me and it reminds me how fortunate I am.
    I love your blog Becca, and I continue to be inspired by the gentle beauty of your work. Many Thanks.ReplyCancel

  • GarnettFebruary 13, 2011 - 7:07 am

    Beautiful card…………… Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

  • JoanieFebruary 13, 2011 - 4:01 pm

    Oh Becca if only my cards would turn out one quarter as beautiful as yours do !! You r truly blessed.

    JoanieReplyCancel

  • paulaFebruary 15, 2011 - 7:36 am

    Hi Becca

    This is such a sweet card – and blue is my favourite colour.

    I’ve not been by in a couple of days as I have a really poorly little boy (well, he’s 14 but will always be my little boy)… as well as having some investigations into something that has turned up in his blood… he’s not got tonsilitis – so blogging, crafting etc has taken a back seat in the last week or so.

    Thank you for continually making gorgeous and stunning creations – a true reason to make me smile recently.

    Paula, Derbyshire, UK. x x x xReplyCancel
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