Goodness, who doesn’t adore snowmen? I think I’m addicted to them, and this is a fun new stamp that’s been sitting on my desk from Quietfire Design called Snowmen Fall from Heaven. Isn’t it sweet? I found the perfect Snowmen paper from My Minds Eye and gussied it up with a border punch. I’ve had the snowman die from Cuttlebug for a few years and never quite knew what to do with it. Since it is all the pieces of the snowman I decided to put them all in a little plastic bag to hang from the card.
| Card Recipe: Stamps: Quietfire Design – Snowmen Fall from Heaven Paper: My Minds Eye, Bazzill Ink: Colorbox Pigment White and white embossing powder Accessories: Martha Stewart Vintage Floral Border Punch, Martha Stewart Cherish Border Punch, Grosgrain Ribbon, Pearls, Cuttlebug Snowman |
When I was working with the new die tag from Our Daily Bread Designs, I cut several extras. They came in handy for making my card. I love tall thin cards that fit in a #10 envelope but I rarely make them – guess I’ll have to change that :-) For this one I used two tags I cut and paired them up with Spellbinders Label Fourteen as well as some three dimensional elements from K & Company.
On the inside I adhered a border and a liner. The sentiments are from the Poinsettia set and the Mistletoe set.
From the same paper used to make the border inside the card, I made a #10 sized envelope as well and cut along one edge of the flap with the Martha Stewart Vintage Floral border punch.
| Card Recipe: Stamps: Our Daily Bread Designs: Poinsettia set and Mistletoe set Paper: K & Company, Bazzill Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black Accessories: ODBD Tag Die, Spellbinders Labels Fourteen, Ribbon, K&Company Dies Cuts, Martha Stewart Vintage Floral Border Punch |
By the way someone asked yesterday where I purchased my fork stand used in yesterdays post. I’ve had it for quite a few years; I normally use it with larger things and it was always covered up enough that you’d never know it was a fork. I use it to hold a favorite snapshot I like to have at hand. Anyways I altered it myself. I just purchased the fork at World Market (so pretty with the swirl on top) and I bent it using tools (perhaps pliers and a pipe?). So there you have it, that’s my frugal little stand. :-)
Thanks for stopping in . . . odd timing I know, but I caught a breath and sat down. Hugs to all!
These are fantastic! I love the snowman and how one is there all wrapped just hanging there, awesome idea!!!!
Oh My Gosh Becca… what a FUN idea! I just love it!! Thinking outta the box on that one for sure :o) I love snowmen too!
Hugs & continued prayers, Ree
The snowman card is extra cute. The Merry Christmas card is absolutely gorgeous. Such creativity and talent you have, Becca!
Gorgeous tag card, but love love love that snowman card. What a cute idea to put the pieces in a bag. Praying for you!
Oh my gosh Becca, that snowman card is pure genius girl, so totally adorable and fun! The poinsettia card is gorgeous!
Oh my goodness, that snowman card is just darling! I would have never thought to add a little baggie of pieces! Woowww, you are genius! :) I also love the elegance of your Christmas tag card and beautiful matching envelope. Hugs and prayers, Kelly :)
What a wonderful idea to “attach an unassembled snowman” . As always, your exceptional artwork is so inspiring! Thanks for the views.
Love this! Great Job!
Loved your cards and your creativity. Holding you close in thought and prayers. God bless.
Becca!!!
Your snowman card is SOOOOOO CUTE!!!!! I agree, WHO doesn’t love snowmen? I love what you did with the little snowman pieces!!!!
And your talll thin card—ELEGANT as usual!!!!! You did a FANTASTIC JOB there too!!!!! VERY TRADITIONAL! LOVE IT!!!! You’re doleing out INSPIRAAAAATION!!!! THANKS Becca!!!! :)
Becca
I love them both and the snowman is soooooo cute. I am a punchacholic in rehab… beautiful cards. You’re the best!!!!
He’s so adorable! What a great idea!
Oh Becca……. how adorable. I am ordering that snowmen fall from heaven stamp right now. I so look forward to your creations, you always inspire me.
OMGosh…those are so gorgeous!
I’m so glad to have you back for inspiration :)
Your snowman card is just too cute!! The other one is gorgeous!! Beautiful works as always Becca. Continuing to keep you in prayer.
I really like that snowman idea – and the fork, too. I didn’t see it before and what a great idea!
Becca:
Love the Snowmen, but love the sentiment better. What an original idea to put the bag on the card. What “little” crafter wouldn’t love to get this card! As usual, your work is just beyond words. I still say, when I grow up (LOL) I want to craft just like you. thanks for your inspiration on today.
Great idea. I bet I have some dies that are just screaming to be done like the snowman. Thank you.
Do you have any idea what an inspiration you are? You continue to dazzle us with your creativity while you are going through the most difficult time in your life. I am filled with awe.
Thank you, dear Becca for your beautiful art and for being a role model in so many other ways. I continue to remember you in my prayers.
Oh yes, I nearly forgot. Your newest addition to the Becca library of cards is just great. A touch of humour, a dollop of beauty, and a big helping of pure genius. I just can’t wait for what you come up with next.
Wow, two fabulous cards Becca. I love the idea of the little snowman gift – a great card for children.
Louise x
Too cute!!! I love the snowman in the bag. What child would not love to take that snowman out and construct him on something.
Becca, it is so good to see you back in your studio. Thanks for sharing!
How clever to put the snowman “parts” in a baggie. I might have to steal that idea! I don’t think I have that die. I hope it’s still available!
Becca – I keep scrolling back and forth between these two wonderful cards. I don’t want to miss any details. Both cards are so creative. I love the playfulness of the snowmen (any child – and adult for that matter, would love receiving that card!)and I love the sophistication of the tag card.
I think of your days and know that every one is a different one for you and you will experience ‘firsts’ for a year. You are not alone.
Thank you for sharing with us.
Wonderful ideas, Becca. The snowman card is particularly perfect to send to families with children. I think kids would get a big kick out of it. Continuing to send prayers your way, Cheryl
Two stunning cards … what we have all come to anticipate and expect from your creative talents, Becca. Happy to see you back again.
I love snowmen and these are just too cute. Just absolutely wonderful. You amaze me with your talents. Hugs and prayers to you.
My dear Becca, I wanted to post again and express that you are just amazing, girl. God is certainly pouring into you right now and He will see you through it all. Just as John had had been released from the doctors, to go home and die, God also was helping you get ready for your beloved husband’s leaving you. Please just wrap your brain around this thought…our Abba Daddy was preparing you for such a time as this. You can do this, dear Becca because God has already given you all you needed, including this wonderful successful blog to withstand the storms that life can brings.
I love Snowmen and I love this card, you amazing woman, you.
Becca – Your cards are absolutely fabulous! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talent with us “closet crafters”! I love your work!
And I agree with Janey, you will experience of ‘firsts’ this year, but it will get better with time. I lost my best friend, my mother to lung cancer and a week later my divorce from my first true love and soul mate was final one week later. It has been five years, and now can honestly say, I am okay! I don’t know about you, but I ‘loose’ myself in crafting and it is sooooo good for the soul. You are definately not alone!
I , too, have a weakness for snowmen…love your card! And the “long” card is great…reminds me that I need to make more cards of different sizes like this long one..You’ve inspired me to that today.
The snowmen are such fun and the tag card is just exquisite. Beautiful craft from a beautiful person. God bless you Becca.
Marion, UK
Snowmen are adorable , but they melt when you hug them. Like that you have included a make your own snowman.
Oh, Becca, what a fun idea to hace this little snowman in a baggie to be put together…I can see my kids going crazy over this one :D. Your ODBD card is absolutely breathtaking!!! Thinking of you and still praying!! Hugs, Brina
BOTH are just stunning; the snowman card makes me smile – particularly all his pieces in the little bag – what a fabulous idea!
Love the 2nd card – so vintage and elegant!
Girl, you are sooooo talented – the fork? I would NEVER have thought of something like that – absolutely brilliant!
brilliant ideas!
Love your snowman card, especially the sentiment! Your attention to detail is simply fabulous, be it in word, thought or paper ;) Your second card is very elegant and very you, but I love your snow card the best of all today. Thanks so much for sharing!
Both of these cards are lovely! The first is colourful, fun. The second, so elegant, very traditional, and the ribbon you chose for the bows is terrific!
Becca, your snowmen card is too cute and oh so creative. Your second card is very elegant. Love them both.
A fork??? Who’d have thunk?? :D
Anyway…I love snowmen. (When one of the grands was small, he called them ‘Snones’ and that is what I have called them ever since.) Having one unassembled and hanging is total genius!!!!
Love the vintagy (is that a word?) card! So elegant.
You remain in my thoughts…and prayers! God will see you through!! He is your comfort and strength!
this is adorable.
Love all of it, Becca, especially the snowman! Blessings.
So, so sweet, Miss Becca! Thanks so much for sharing! You really are AMAZING:) You remain in my heart, thoughts & prayers. And thank you for the reply regarding your FORK STAND! I will try your tip right away. Hugs & gratitude for you & your generous sharing of your God-given talent, Brenda
Hi Becca,
Your cards are wonderful. You always inspire me.
Your snowman card is adorable. What a great idea, and it makes me smile and I get in a lot of trouble when a stamp makes me smile.
Hope you are having a good day sweetie.
Love and Prayers,
Deb
beautiful cards – the snowman is such a fun one!
Sandra
The little snowman card and kit are just about the cutest thing ever. What a sweet greeting! And I love your traditional card with the fancy edging on the envie. Great idea! Thank-you for sharing! :o) {Hugs}
Love the unassembled snowman LOL! Fabulous with that sentiment. Your second card is GORGEOUS – wow!!
The tall Christmas card is gorgeous and the snow-people are always so cute. Great composition on both projects. I keep snow-people out all year they are a favorite of mine. As always Becca, TFS!!! I’m sending hugs your way too.
I love your little snowmen. Such a cute card. Becca, I’ve noticed the stand you have the snowmen card on, you’ve used it on many of your posts. Where did you get it and exactly what is it. It really is beautiful and is such an elegant way to display your cards.
Your inspiration continues. . . . Beautiful! Thank you!
Adorable!!!
Cute little snowman, I love them too. Glad to see you playing! God Bless!
Becca, You are SO inspiring! I love the snowmen. I also love the little tidbit on the fork stand! How creative are you? Continuing prayers & hugs!
Becca I have truly missed your designs. I am glad that you are back and can’t wait to see what you come up with next! Simply BEAUTIFUL! Will you be doig any videos?
So Pretty…..and clever……I love this idea……will have to remember this project……and I was wonder about your fork……thanks for the in site…..and always for sharing…..
Becca, you made me laugh! Completely unexpected card! Good for you! Did you know exactly what to do as soon as you saw the quote? It’s adorable. Thanks so much!
I love your snowman! And I have that same snowman die that I got a couple of years ago, and haven’t figured it out yet! Great idea using the pieces in a bag!
I’m glad you caught a breath….your creations a just beautiful! TFS
I am addicted to M Stewart punches. They are so adorable. I can’t get enough of them. I am glad to see that you are back crafting. Such beautiful cards. I wish I was as talented. Having a wonderful hobby will help you get through this difficult time. It is a great way to express yourself. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you have strength to get you through the days. God Bless!
Darling card & what a good idea for the parts in a plastic bag! It will thrill the grandchildren. Thank you. (:
The snowman card is adorable, what a cute idea!!
The tag card is absolutely adorable.
I am glad that you got right back into making your cards.
It seems the longer you wait the harder it is.
Thanks Becca for ALL your wonderful cards!!
Very adorable little snowman card!! So cute!
SOOOOO cute… I luv the snowmen, esp when they’re in a little jar with a cork top with the sparkly powder, little black eyes, and carrot nose- sweet! Your idea is the same-
Lovely card really cute ! Great idea too !
Thanks for sharing…these look doable for me – LOL!
The card is absolutely gorgeous and the snowman “parts” and saying are quite a rib tickler … so cute!
Bravo!!, Becca … what a fantastic idea for using all those wee snowman parts … just love it!! Only you would think of that!! The card itself is just so lovely too. Your tall card and matching envelope are absolutely gorgeous … such rich colours and detail on them both, they’re just wonderful. Your matching card and tag in yesterday’s post were fabulous too … lucky recipient! Do hope that the time you’ve spent in your studio these last couple of days creating your latest gems has been good therapy … and thank you so much for sharing. Thinking of you and sending Hugs, Melodie
What an adorable idea to have an “unassembled” snowman hanging on the card.
love love love the Snowman card idea. And the fork stand is a great one – and cheap enough – great gift idea for girls at work for their cube. Most of them have a baby ( or 2 .) or their favorite pet. thanks again – glad you color outside of the lines like I do!
OMGoodness Becca………so beautiful you inspire me
Hugs Linda
Love the cards, Becca! The unassembled snowman is such a fun idea! I have that die and am not sure it’s ever been used! I think I’ll make some cards for the grandkids–they should have fun putting a snowman together! I love the elegance of the poinsettia card. The holly strips with the polka dot BG are so pretty and I love the double sentiment pieces!
Hi Becca,
You think out of the box all the time…..Your fork stand is great!
Oh I think your snowman card is delightful – what a fun card to receive! So cute with your perfect papers to match.
Your second card is very elegant and the matching envelope is a wonderful addition.
Praying for you ~ Candy
Becca, The elegance of your second card is amazing. I love it! You have the best ideas. I also like the snowman card. Very cute. Thank you for sharing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
I am so happy u r back to “work”
Hang in there Becca…
I think about u often
Love
**Milu**
LOVE the snowman and the other project is GORGEOUS!
Becca, Love both cards but the snowman card is my favorite. And who doesn’t love snowmen. God bless and take care.
Wow these are wonderful. Love the adorable ‘unassembled” snowman (cute and fun idea) and the elegance of your tag card.
Wow. Wow. Wow two stunning cards. One so elegant and the other such fun. The snowmen are so adorable and such a brilliant cute idea to pop the little pieces in the bag. It’s such a jolly fun card it as to be my favourite. Thinking of you. Take care and big Hugs.x ChrisB
Becca, I loveboth these cards bur especially snowmen. I have to force myself to not buy any more snowmen becase I have so many.
Thanks for your creative juices.
Love
Vicky
It is so nice to see your work again Becca. The snowman card is so cute, but I just love the poinsettia one. I will be making one of those for sure. Thank you for sharing.
Beautiful! Thanks for the “fork” info too. Who would have thought? Hugs to you too!!
Love the colors in the poinsettia card. Hugs
I love the snowman pieces in the bag with that sentiment!
Love your little package of snowman parts-so cute. The other card has beautiful colors and I love how you decorated the envelope!!
Hee hee love the snowman sentiment and the cute little bag of bits.
Becca! I love love love that snowman card. I too have that snowman cuttlebug die and have never used it. I already have my card idea and supplies ready for this years holiday card (eeks…haven’t even started them yet) but this is going to be my next years card. instead of the snowman paper you used (which is so awesome) I have a Peddler’s Pack Snowman stamp that I think I will use. I will certainly have to work on those throughout the summer because it will be a lot of coloring to get enough stamped and colored for 45 cards, but I think it will be worth the work.
Also, where did you get that jeweled stand you photograph your cards on? I’ve asked this many times but I understand you might not see my posts because you hundreds with every new posting, but I will keep asking till you see my question one day.
Hey if you ever are or want to visit the northwest and need a host home, I have a big house and my daughter’s room is always open to guests. She lives in Korea teaching English right now. So, if you ever are to be a guest at the Portland conventions I’d love to have you visit. I’d love to meet you in person some day. Who knows, maybe some of your talent could rub off…..lol.
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous….as always! Thanks so much, Becca, for your wonderful posts.
Wonderful cards, beautuiful colors, ideas. Glad to see you back! thank you for your lovely cards and time!
Becca, you have more creativity in your little finger than I have in my entire body! These cards are both just fabulous, each one so entirely different than the other. I love the unassemble snow man – just too cute – but the other card is so elegant and exquisite! Beautiful work, as always…
Blessings,
Barb
Always, beautiful. Thanks
Becca, so glad to see you back to your beautiful creations.. I believe crafting truly has a healing power.
I know that I adore snowmen! They’re so round, and plump and sparkly cute! They warm my heart. Your card is adorable. Love the un-assembled bag. Fun!
The snowman idea is adorable. I live your cards but so many seem so difficult. This one is very CASE able!
The snowman card is sooo cute!! I love it! The other card has such fantastic colors and is so elegant. Absolutely beautiful!!!
Oh Becca I love both of these! Your ODBD card is so elegant and beautiful and the snowman one is just too cute! I love snowmen too! So good to see your creations again! Still praying my friend!!! Hugs,
Grace
Most EXCELLENT artwork from fun to elegant!!
Love the idea of putting the CB snowman pieces in a bag, unassembled! I’ve got that die and have always used it to BUILD snowmen! How much easier and cute besides! As for the long card, very Becca elegant! So nice to have you back creating. Hang in there, Becca.
Hugs,
R/
Love your totally clever way of adding the unassembled snowman — perfect!!!
Have found it too difficult to even write a comment, Becca, but know that you & your family are still in my thoughts/prayers. Take care!!!
Oh my goodness, I’ve fallen in love with your snowman card! The colours, textures, and playful patterns compliment each other so well.
Becca, I just wanted to let you know that I have been keeping you and your family in my prayers.
I enjoy checking in with you everyday and am always excited to see any new post!
God bless,
Cathie
Good Golly, where do you find your strength… Yes, snowmen are sooo very special. I gave sooo many away a few years ago and saved my most very special ones. Those I gave away to any of my co-workers. Your card speaks
BECCA is very loud letters and your bow, gosh I wish mine would look like that. I know I need to go back to your bow tut and go over and over until I get it right! Welcome back again and may that your inner spirit give way to your cards when you are ready. You are a force to be reckoned with!
Hii Becky – it is great to see you today! I love your cards – they are both fabulous in their own way – your second card is so elegant – Yoiu have ROCKED with the Nesties as always Becky – thanks for sharing and the inspiration! {{{hugs}}}
Ooooooh Becca :o)
So good to see you crafting. You are truly amazing :o)
And what creations and ideas. You are a true inspiration on all fronts.
Keeping you and yours in thought and prayer.
Hugs
Anne (UK) x
So creative! Just found you blog through the blog hop. I will be back!
MCF’s Mimi
My favourite is the unassembled snowman who comes in your plastic bag. What a cute and original idea!
Blessings to you this weekend. Cynthia <
The snowman card is so cute! Great little crafty gift to attach to the front of it!
This is soooo beautiful!! You are so talented Becca!
Love the snowman card and the pearl bling.
My sister sent me an unassembled snowman on a card last year. I took it assembled it and put it on a card and mailed it back to her. She got a big kick out of it.
How cute!! Love the snowman card. The second card is so elegant. Love your creations!
What gorgeous projects
I adore your cards. The snowman card is the cutest snowman card ever! Thank you for sharing your beautiful work! –Gail Lass
just gorgeous projects I so in love with these things…
blessings all
I am just grateful to see the beauty on the blogs
Gorgeous projects!
Snowmen are my favorite. I love the sentiment and must steal that for my next project. Very nice, Becca.
Fabulous snowman card!
Becca, you are proving to be an inspiration to us in
so many ways! You continue to be in my thoughts
and prayers.
Such wonderful ideas! Love them all!
WOW your work never ceases to amaze and impress me. It is so inspiring. I love your cards. THey have such wonderful detail. I love the MS punches you use!!! Great job!!! That snowman paper is wonderful!!
Becca – Your unassembled snowman card is so cute. I am still giggling. What a fun card. Your other card is just over the top gorgeous. Love the beautiful paper and all the layering.
Marcie
I’m with you Becca, snowmen are always in style no matter what year we are in. LOL Your snowman pieces in the clear bag is most brilliant. I don’t have the cuttlebug die, but I want it! I have the Bosskut one though and I’m sure he would just fine too. =D thanks for such fun inspiration and other ways to use our dies because the dies with the itty bitty parts can be a challenge if you don’t have the Quickutz sticky stick. ;)
Oh My!!! How Adorable. When I saw it I got sentimental because it reminded me of this melted snowman project my son brought home one year… it was glue, sprinkled with glitter and snowman part, nose, buttons, etc… You have brought a happy memory and inspiration to my morning.
Thanks, Hugs, Antonella :-)
Oh love the little bag of snowman card, what a cute idea!!
Your second is so elegant and to have the matching envelope just brings that extra wow factor to it!