Monday, February 1, 2010

Our Daily Bread designs Release Blog Hop!


Hello and welcome to the Our Daily Bread Designs February Release Blog Hop!
If you arrived here from Chris' Blog, you are in the right place!  If not, you might want to start at the Our Daily Bread designs Blog to be sure you hop in the correct order, because we are having a Scripture Hop, and you will be collecting our Secret Scripture Words as you hop along, so you will want them in the order given!   
You have until Thurs. Feb 4th at 8:00PM EST to complete the requirements to be eligible to win.

There will be THREE BLESSED WINNERS... who will each receive a $15.00 Gift Certificate to the Our Daily Bread designs Store to go toward the stamps of their choice! Winners will be randomly chosen from all the qualified entries.

Here is what you need to do to be eligible to win:

  •  Hop from blog to blog in the order given below, writing down the secret words you will find clearly written  in their posts, and leaving a comment on each blog.
  •  Return here and leave a comment that you completed the hop and left comments for each designer.
          In the email, give me the secret words you found in order .... they will spell out a Scripture verse. 
  •  For an extra chance to win, send me another email telling me the Scripture reference where the verse can be found.
If for any reason a link is broken, simply return to the Our Daily Bread designs Blog  to see who is next on the list, leaving a space for the missing words.  Most often if you can't get on a blog or leave a comment now.... if you wait a little while and try again you usually can.

Now on to my projects:

 

I first saw the idea for this birdhouse used by Christine  and  I used the basic pattern for this lantern box on Stampin Mindy's blog, but making it a bird house.  The Chickadee image is from the new Feb. Our Daily Bread designs release, You Will Find Refuge, as is the tiny nest I stamped on the inside of the card.  The sentiment is  from the new release, Nest.  I used designer paper from My Big Idea, Gray Bazzill and lots of T Holtz distress ink in Walnut Stain.  Shingles are made with layers of punched edges with Fiskars Threading Water punch.  

For the card I made my own template based on the bird house box.  The dimensions are 4 1/4" wide and 5 3/4" high.  From top (fold) measure down ea. side 1 1/2" and make a dot.  From ea. side at top measure in 1 1/4" inch and make dot.  Draw diagonal line dot to dot and cut.  I cut the circle with my SB circle and placed the sentiment inside the card.  Cute irl.... but hard to photograph without shadows!

Accessories:  Cuttlebug Corner Die Cut, MS Lattice Punch, Fence Punch, Greenery Punch, Prisma Pencils and Gamsol, Spellbinders Small Classic Circle die cut, Acetate for box windows, chipboard for box base and base of lid.



I was just so excited about ALL these new sets this month that I just had to show you another project I made, using the set called Nest.  I used this Lang Mug as my inspiration and I think these would make a great themed gift idea!

 

This card is on a Cranberry Crisp base and used scraps of designer paper from SU! Recollections, K&Co, , a.t.d. Great Outdoors Scrapbook Kit, and the Paper Co.  The image is stamped on Very Vanilla and colored with Prisma Pencils, cut with a Spellbinder's Label 1, sponged while in the die and layered onto Cranberry Crisp and torn marbled gold dp.  The ribbon is from my stash and the pearls are Queen & Co.  Wouldn't this make a great gift with the mug filled with some goodies?  These sets are so versatile!  I have a ton of ideas running through my head!  


Thank you so much for stopping by today!  I hope you have enjoyed my projects~  Now on to enjoy the rest of the hop!  I can't wait to see who will win!!!

My Secret Scripture Words are:  said to
From here, hop to Debi's Blog and have fun!

184 comments:

Dawn said...

OMGoodness Grace!!! I simply ADORE that birdhouse!! So genius of you to turn the lantern into a birdhouse! the set is just FABulous!

ok...and that mug!! AWEsome inspiration!! LOVE the card, and yes, perfect gift idea!!!

Connie M. said...

WOWOWOWOWOW!! These are both sooo amazing, Grace! LOVE that lantern/bird house...how perfect! That mug set...what a beautiful gift this will make!!

Susan M said...

Absolutely stunning!

Chris Olsen, Glowbug said...

These are such gorgeous projects Grace!!! I so LOVE your birdhouse and just may have to case it. Your matching card is ingenious! Love the mug set...what a wonderful gift!! You always inspire me my friend!

Hugs,
Chris

Doni said...

Grace, your projects are awesome! Love the birdhouse...it's adorable!
Thanks for your part in blog hop!
Doni

Angelwood said...

Oh wow! Gorgeous! Love how you turned the lantern template into a birdhouse and it is so beautifully decorated! Amazing work! hugs, Angela

Sabrina Jackson said...

Sweet Grace, these are OUT of this world GORGEOUS!!! Oh my goodness, how much detail....is is mindblowing!!! So beautiful!!! Hugs and blessings, Sabrina

Debi said...

Grace I absolutely love both of your gift sets! They are phenomenal! You do such amazing work!

America said...

OHMYGOODNESS!!!! These projects are incredible!!!!!! WOW!! You are rocking these sets and Im lovin' all of what I see! :)

sjr585 said...

wow, they are fantastic!!Such creativity!!

Silke Ledlow said...

F-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C projects - Grace!!! WOW I'm blown away!!! Hugs ~S~

Migdalia said...

OMG! Awesome!

Crystal said...

Oh my WORD Grace Stunning work...GORGEOUS GORGEOUS GORGEOUS!

Beth Ann said...

What a great idea! I love the bird house. Thanks for sharing your work.

marcelle schauer said...

I love the clors you have used and your red bow is beautiful. Thank you for the inspiration.

Anonymous said...

Your projects are great. The bird house is awesome.
Kate

difrac said...

Love the bird house. I am so glad I found this site, love the music.

Merla said...

Just beautiful.

Anneke klerks said...

your projects are Just beautiful.

anneke

Gloria Westerman said...

These are just fabulous....I love your bird card....and your coloring is truly inspirational.....
thank you for sharing these with us and how you did it...

Rosella said...

Your projects are fantastic. I can see that these sets are definitely going on my wish list!!

scrappingnana said...

Your projects are beautiful. Love what you did with the images. TFS
JoAnn

Sharon said...

Love, love your creations. You are truly an inspiration. Thank you for all you share.

Anonymous said...

I just love the bird house. I will have to try one.Thanks for sharing
carole

Unknown said...

Thanks for the projects and cards. These help me think about a different shape. Love the cup.

Judy W. said...

Beautiful card and wonderful gift ideas! Thanks!

Peggy said...

Your creations are just stunning. Love that birdhouse box.
Blessings,
Peggy

JazzyH said...

I am speechless, Great and beautiful projects and cards!

Rosietoes said...

What stunning projects Grace. They are beautiful.
Edna x

Karen said...

WONDERFUL.... God has blessed your will a beautiful gift! Your projects are stunning. I can hardly believe that they are handmade! Thanks for a wonderful blog and comforting music too!

Karen

Diane said...

Sure do love the colors of this card. So glad to see "spring" images.

Karen W said...

Wow, they just keep getting better, what a fabulous selection of gifts from these sets. Just beautiful!

Ms. Jen said...

Talk about talent! Simply gorgeous.

Angel said...

Creative genius, Grace!!! LOVE your ODBD projects!

Kathryn B said...

Just had to leave you a comment Grace to let you know that your work is simply BEAUTIFUL!

Marilyn said...

Your projects are just beautiful. I especially love the candy holder. Thanks for sharing your projects with us.

Sarastamps said...

the birdhouse is TERRIFIC!!
~Sara

Becky said...

OMG...This bird house and card are unbelievable, Just awesome details.

Becky E. said...

Your lantern box bird house is GREAT! Loved it.
Becky E.

Jean said...

I love the beautiful birdhouse! Cannot wait to try making it... and chikadees are my favorites! Thanks for your great ideas and beautiful artwork! Jean

Anonymous said...

Great Job love this.

Dani said...

Your card is beautiful and the birdhouse stunning. Love your stamps. Dani Little

Lil Daffodil said...

Hi Grace,
these projects rae gorgeous and so well worked.
Hugs,
Fiona x

Mary L said...

I just might move if someone would send me one of these adorable "Nests".
Hugs & Hershey Kisses. ml.

Anonymous said...

Look at all this eye candy! Love it! Truly gifted, you are!
Chelsea

Kathy O said...

Just love these projects!! The birdhouse is just wonderful! My husband and I are both bird lovers so these are a special treat. Excellent work and ideas!

Juliana said...

I am fascinated with HOW you used the images!!! Beautifully done and incredibly creative!!

Julie- justwritedesigns said...

These are just over the top gorgeous, Grace! The bird house lantern is just wonderful and the inspired by mugs cardinal is perfect. You did an amazing job on these!

**Milu** said...

Hi Grace
I LOVE your projects!
do u sell them?
love
**Milu**

Emily said...

Wow! Thanks for sharing!!!!

Remigia Poulo said...

Inspiring projects. Love love the bird house. Thanks for sharing.

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness Grace, I'm picking my jaw up off of the floor. What a magnificent project!
--Hugs Becca

ellepaulette said...

These are just so lovely!!!!

Christy said...

I love the bird stamp and the really nice home for the bird!
Christy H.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful creations you have made, Grace and just love them all. The birdhouse is so pretty and the mug and card set would make a very lovely gift. Thanks so much for sharing.

Sherry said...

WOW, those are awesome, loved the colors on each of them. Wish I could come up with ideas like that!, lol

Peggy Maier said...

Oh my, I LOVE the projects with the nest stamp - so sweet!

Jackie said...

You do beautiful work!

christi said...

i just love the roof on the bird house. so creative and the bow on your card just blew me away.

Bertha Warner said...

The birdhouses are so, so sweet!

meemee48 said...

Your bird house box is gorgeous and the card you made from the mug inspiration, I would love to receive myself!

Nellie said...

Wow Grace what a beautiful project and card. Hugs, Nellie.

Anonymous said...

You are so talented! What an inspiration you are being to so many. Thank you for sharing your joy of stamping and paper crafting!
Sheila A

Lisa said...

Hi Grace,
Everything you did is beautiful, but my favorites are the birdhouse with the candy and the card. I especially like the card layout and the colors on it.

cedarrapidslea said...

What a great way to do the shingles. I love learning new ways to use punches.

Lorelie Kim said...

OMGosh, Grace!!! I was stunned into silence when I saw your GORGEOUS creations! That birdhouse candy container and coordinating card are masterpieces!! Your second ensemble is just as exquisite..the rich colors are PERFECT!

Anonymous said...

Oh my! how beautiful. I love all of your projets.

Anonymous said...

Dear Grace,

What an amazing display of talent! You are incredible! How did you attach your work to the mug, or did you work right on it? It is amazing! I love the birdhouse! I think I will try to make one...my father-in-law used to have about 40 birdhouses in his yard. He is in an "adult living" now and has no yard. I'll hang it in the house.

Amazing--Grace!

He IS Able,
Traci S.

p.s.Please keep praying.

Barbie said...

Amazing projects, I love them all.

Sabine said...

Your creations are amazing!!Your are so talented!!!

Linda Carson said...

Amazing, creative, unique, beautiful, gorgeous, inspirational and....I like it too!! Your talent knows no bounds!

Brenda said...

Your work is so amazing! The projects are beautiful. The nest card is such a match to your mug. Great job!

Angella D. Crockett said...

Grace, your projects here have absolutely blown me away!!! I am *almost* speechless! lol!!! What a blessing you are to this team...not just because you make the most gorgeous projects, but you have the most sincere, beautiful heart!! Love ya bunches!!!

Anonymous said...

Your page and projects are always so inspiring....the music too. Betty

sarah said...

Lovely projects. I especially enjoyed the music!

Tricia6653 said...

Beautiful work.

Debbie said...

Grace,, Bless you heart wonderful work.. Thank you for sharing.

Deb

Peajay said...

What a neat idea with the birdhouse box! Beautiful job! Thank you for sharing your talents!

Pamala

Anonymous said...

Really adorable ideas and I LOVE the stamps!!
Thanks so much for sharing your unique ideas.

Carol F

Sandee Shanabrough said...

Oh my Grace!!!! You have outdone yourself today!!!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE your birdhouse project and your card is lovely!!!!

Deborah Saaranen said...

Wow, Grace!!! You blew the top off of this challenge...literally!!! What adorable projects! Absolutely gorgeous!!!

Lovely Linda said...

OH MY GIDDY AUNT - Grace you are amazing!! L-O-V-E these projects - you are taking your amazing works into another league and showing off the ODBD images so well - YOU ARE ROCKING Blogville Sistah! Thanks for sharing! God bless you! {{{hugs}}}

Kathy Jones said...

***THUD*** OMGosh Grace these are mind blowingly INCREDIBLE!!!!! I'd say more but my jaw is on the floor!!!!

Laurie in MN said...

The birdhouse is impressive, especially thinking outside the box. (I couldn't help myself). The roof made with the punch is a very clever idea.

The card is fantastic. Your friends will love receiving the gift.

Katy said...

Wow, these are just amazing creations!! Gorgeous!

Val W said...

These projects are stunning. I love the birdhouse box. Very clever use of the border punch for the "shingles". That little chickadee is so cute.

Kathleen Picon said...

What beautiful work

Anonymous said...

I love the bird house--how inventive! Beautiful bird stamp.

Anonymous said...

You are so talented. Thank you for sharing your gift with us.

Diana N said...

Your birdhouse card is so creative.

Stephanie said...

first I saw the birdhouse & thought, "oh my goodness...how cute is this!" Then I saw your card...how I love how this aligned perfectly with the inspiration. So wonderful, Grace!!

ChristineCreations said...

Grace you just blew me away with the bird house, the intricate and wonderful detail...and then the nest set too! WOW! Just amazing...the colors are so fabulous with the nest card too. You've really shown these sets to their wonderful potential.

Lynne Phelps said...

The birdhouse is absolutely AMAZING! I love it!

Loretta said...

So pretty, Grace. Love your birdhouse.

Stampin_melissa said...

Stunning, simply stunning!

Anonymous said...

Thank you for sharing...so creative. Marsha

Sonya said...

Wonderful projects!! Love the bird house treat box, I will have to try my hand at it. Love the color combos and images, the bow is beautiful!

Donna said...

I LOVE birds and nature images. These are just beautiful. Thanks for your inspiration.

Pati said...

Very cool projects! I especially like the card with it's beautiful colors and that bow!

Bonnie in SC said...

Hello Grace, nice to meet you. You have a very nice blog. I love the birds, and your kitty, lol. He looks very contented.

dclouser said...

What amazing projects these are! Love the colors you used on them.

Deb Alderson said...

I think that these are awesome! Thanks for inspiring and sharing your gift!

Robin said...

great projects!
Robin

Teri C said...

Grace, I'm at a loss for words about how phenomenal all of your projects are! WOW is all I can say!

Chrisd said...

I love the work you did. The details are great! Thanks for sharing this with us.

Anonymous said...

What a cute idea w/the birdhouses! Thanks!

Jeanne Nielsen said...

Love the birdhouse, love your color combinations, love the links so hopefully I can find a minute to CASE!! TFS! Beautiful!

Chris said...

Grace, Your projects are AMAZING! Wow...I love chickadees! I'm originally from West Virginia and they were on of my favorite birds to feed and watch! And, I have to add...I love the music on your blog....thanks so much,
Chris

Mary Bennett said...

Hi Grace,
I love your cards and the darling lantern tuned into a bird house and birds are another one of my favorite cards to make. Love the Bible verse about the nests how true . God Bless you richly,
Mary Bennett

Fonda said...

This is my first blog hop and I'm thrilled at what I'm seeing so far! You ladies are soooo talented. Thanks for sharing.

Gretchen said...

Beautiful work! I LOVE the nest gift set the most!

Anonymous said...

OMG! Love your creativity. It is so inspiring. Thanks

Cheryl said...

Amazing work, thanks for inspiring me and pushing me to a new adventure.

charlene said...

Beautiful work thanks for sharing with us !
Hugs

annieb said...

Grace, I love your projects. Such a great idea to create the card to match the mug/box. It is awesome.
TFS.

MiamiKel said...

Your projects are just as amazing as can possibly be! Such vivid detail and coloring - wonderful!
TFS!

Patti said...

Like the colors in these.

Christie Cannon said...

Your work has a unique artistic flair. Stunning! I'm a birdhouse fiend, and never imagined such a gorgeous project. Bravo!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful !! I just love the nest!!

VStarRider said...

The birdhouse is adorable - but the nest is drop-dead gorgeous!!! I love the way you colored it - beautiful!!!
TFS,
Cindi

Alicia in Detroit said...

I love your work! Great idea for a house warming gift.

Anonymous said...

I love the birdhouse. Everything about this project is beautiful. I would love to do something similar to give to family members and special friends. Thank you for sharing.

Jan

jonb@npcc.net said...

I love these projects - so creative

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Anonymous said...

Your designs are too cute! I love the birdhouse!
Jean

Anita/AniLi said...

Beautiful projects!
Anita

Anonymous said...

God bless you for making these gorgeous projects!

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Betty Benton said...

Wonderful projects. The birdhouse is so cute with those punched shingles! And the card matches that mug perfectly!

Adirondack Annie said...

Incredibl Grae! How gorgeous is this birdhouse. You truly have a God-given talent when it comes to design!

Melisa Waldorf said...

Gorgous stamp sets and projects! Wow, your bird house treat box is fabulous! I love the way you used the border punches, so creative!

Mickie Miller said...

Ohhh, I love that bird house. I am a bird lover and love your work

JKB said...

What great ideas and projects!

pattiginaz said...

Your little bird house treat holder is soooo cute! And then the card to coordinate with the mug - how wonderful! They really look like they belong together. Thanks for sharing!

Fonda @Southern Scraps said...

your birdhouse is awesome. Great projects.

Deanna C said...

I love that sweet little bird. Your work is so beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

melv said...

LOVE the great ideas for a bird house! What a fabulous gift idea for anytime of the year.

Kathy Jones said...

I love you creative use of this beautiful stamp set

cookie said...

I love this project. I love birds and birdwatching so this is fabulous.

Juliana T. said...

I love the colors you used! Beautiful!

Janet said...

Wow, what great projects! I love the bird house with yummy candy inside and matching card. The mug set was so creative, too. Thanks for sharing your amazing talent with us.

Janice said...

Grace, what beautiful, creative work. Love that birdhouse and matching card. I may have to try that mug....beautiful.

Marsha said...

I am speechless. These are incredible! I wish I had as much talent as you have in your pinkie finger !

scrapmaniac247 said...

Grace. you have that amazing WOW power!!! I am completely blown away by your talents.

Mary Marsh said...

these projects are outstanding grace-love the new stamp sets

Trish said...

So beautifully done!

gsylucy58 said...

Grace, OH MY Goodness they just get better and better al the time! WOW!!!

Paperpretties said...

I love love love the birdhouse and that card based on the mug is just to drool over. Gojuss!

Miriam said...

Your projects are just beautiful and really showcase the new ODBD sets! I love the birdhouse candy holder and your lovely "nest" card is very classy! Thanks for sharing.

Karen Linarez said...

Your work is beautiful, and I love your blog page. I can't leave it till my favorite song is over!LOL

Anonymous said...

Love the bird house and matching card. Love the stamps, got to save my money for them.

Cathy B

StampinCathy said...

Fanatic projects and just love all the details. Thanks for this inspiring eye candy along this hop.

Anonymous said...

The card basedon the mug is THE BEST................

Anonymous said...

What beautiful creations, Grace! The birdhouse is perfect, and I appreciate your adding an extra little project to inspire us!

KathyE

jerae42 said...

I love your designs. Scripture stamps are really my thing. Jean

Kimothyjones said...

I love the mug!!! All of your projects are gorgeous inspiriation! Thanks!! And off I hop!

Anonymous said...

What an awesome use of "scraps", Grace. Your work is always an inspiration to me!
fancynancy

Sue D said...

Great projects--you really matched the mug well.

Lynn said...

Grace - what can I say that everyone else hasn't already said? What totally gorgeous projects! All the details are completelly amazing. Your 2nd project set with the mug is also beautiful and so inspiring! Thanks for sharing with us!

Melissa S said...

Amazing creations!!

dclouser said...

So gorgeous! Your talent amazes me.

Risa said...

What fabulous projects Grace! Your birdhouse is amazing!!!
hugs
Risa:)

marcelle schauer said...

You always amaze me with your ideas, they are so creative.

Shawna said...

Oh. My. Gosh! Your projects are absolutely stunning!

Deanna C said...

Oh My! What stunning creations! Your work takes my breath away! Thank you for sharing.

Colorado Crafter said...

I love your projects!! I'm always interested to see how others use the same "toys" that I have such as punches, etc. Your work is gorgeous!!! This is my first blog hop... I'm having so much fun!!

Donna said...

Grace, your creations are adorable. I've enjoyed looking!

Darla said...

What gorgeous projects--thanks for sharing!!

mjpsew said...

What a creative use for the punch...a roof for a bird house.
Just beautiful & clever.
Mary Jo

Dizziebee said...

wow what a unique box, very clever bet it took a long time and alot of patience

Unknown said...

breath taking

Unknown said...

breath taking

Unknown said...

How creative! I've got to give this a try. Thank you so much for the indirect challenge.

Anonymous said...

Oh, my! Such amazing work! The birdhouse and both cards are just so beautiful!

Anonymous said...

Absolutely beautiful!
tbcrops@yahoo.com

Rene said...

I just loved your projects, it is nice to make a card for someone special.
Rene from OZ xo

seamom said...

WOW! Lots of BEAUTIFUL artistic expression.

seamom said...

So pretty - so unique! Very nice..

Nancy Curtis said...

These are fabulous projects. Thanks for sharing your amazing talent.

Nita's World Handmade said...

I love this amazing creations!

DEB S said...

A-W-E-S-O-M-E Great job

DEB S said...

AWESOME Great art

Sandydee said...

WOW!!! Very talented lady.

Sandy Duley
sdul@insightbb.com

Cassie_lu said...

those are amazing projects. stunning, beautiful, and I could go on.