Thursday, March 1, 2012

Mar 1 ODBD Release Blog Hop

LetYourLightShineLuminary

Welcome to the Our Daily Bread designs March Release Blog Hop!  If you got here from Sabrina's Awesome Blog, you are in the right place.  If not you might want to start at the Our Daily Bread designs Blog and start from the beginning.  If you get lost along the way, simply return there, where the entire hop is listed with links.

Now, here are the Hop Details:
  • The Hop will run 8am EST Mar. 1 until 8pm EST Mar 2.
  • The winners will be announced on the ODBD Blog on Mar 3.
  • Four  hoppers will win a $20.00 Gift Certificate, and One blessed hopper will win this month's Bread Basket Bundle!!!
Here is what you have to do to be qualified to win one of these prizes:
  • Hop to each designer’s blog and leave a comment
  • Return to the Our Daily Bread designs blog and leave a comment telling us that you completed the hop, making note if there were any you could not comment on.
  • Answer the question  on the ODBD blog when you leave your comment.
Here are my project details:

I made a luminaria to match the card I shared a couple days ago as a sneak peek, so I'd have a pretty little gift set for a friend.  


Stamps: Spread the Light
Designer Paper: My Mind's Eye Mademoiselle, Vellum
Ink: Color Box Frost White Pigment Ink
Accessories: Spellbinder's Floral Doily Accents, Classic Circles Petite, Prima Flowers, Martha Stewart ribbon, Martha Stewart Bough Punch, Pearls (a gift from a sweet friend)

Here is the set together:

Blessing-to-me-2-gift-set

Here is a recap of the card details:
Card Stock: Mark's Finest Papers, designer paper:  My Mind's Eye Madamoiselle.
 Ink: SU! Baja Breeze
Accessories: Cheery Lynn Italian Doily, Fanciful Flourish, Anastasia Border, Spellbinders Floral Doily Accents, Classic Circles Large,   pearls and larger flowers were a gift from a sweet friend.  The smaller flowers are Prima, and I sponged them lightly with baja breeze.

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166 comments:

Sandee Shanabrough said...

Grace! Wow!!! This ensemble is so beautiful!!!! And I love that pearl trim!!! Gorgeous!

Becky said...

I declare, Grace...with each of your creations I am absolutely blown away. This just takes my breath away!

Angella D. Crockett said...

My goodness, what a gorgeous set!! What a fabbie idea to create a luminaria!!! Love your beautiful embellishments....yummmy!! Love and hugs, Angie

Patti J said...

When I grow up, I want to be able to create masterpieces like yours! What a beautiful creation, Grace! Thanks for sharing....you are amazing, indeed!

Tami B. said...

These are both so pretty. I absolutely love the colors, and the sentiment on the vellum window is great.

Linda Dale said...

Fabulous set, WOW, each creation just get more beautiful. Such an inspiration. Blessing, Linda

Dawn said...

what a gorgeous gift, Grace!! who wouldn't LOVE to be on the receiving end!!! wow

Shelia said...

Your luminaria is perfect for this sentiment!! Absolutely gorgeous card and details! Fantastic gift. Whoever receives this will definitely be pleased!

Indian River Stamper said...

This is a BIG WOW!!! The luminary is absolutely gorgeous and your choice of stamps lead to a beautiful gift! Especially a gift to me. The card is gorgeous as well.

Judi said...

As always, your work is stunning. The luminaria is so graceful and feminine, and the pearl trim is perfect. I love the card as well - what a lovely gift for some lucky person.

Sherry Kushibab said...

Grace, you are so creative and talented. Love the soft blues you have used with these great sentiments. As for that pearl trim - WOW - beautiful....a lovely and thoughtful gift for someone. Hugs.

Anonymous said...

This is a great card and I love the whole gift set. Thanks for the inspiration.

Mickie said...

Put me on you mailing list, I love this, lol. Such beautiful works of art.

Miriam Prantner said...

How perfect to make a luminary using that sentiment! It's beautiful, I love those pearls that hang down from the top. Gorgeous!

Carla S. said...

Gorgeous luminaria, Grace! It's so beautifully designed and a perfect complement to your stunning card!

Wanda Cullen said...

What a fabulous gift set, Grace! Love the luminaria idea...so creative!

seamom said...

WOW! (I think I start most all of my comments to your blog with WOW.) This creation is unique. A luminaria! It is beautifull. What a nice gift for some lucky friend!

Anonymous said...

Grace your work is amazing! This set is just stunning! Your friend is going to be so lucky to receive such an amazing gift.
Thanks for sharing it with us first :)
Tammy

Caryn S said...

Such a beautiful set. I love the blues and the luminaria is a lovely idea.

thejoyinlisa said...

Ooooooh....lights....flowers....mmmmm...aaaahhh...pretty. LOL...seriously though, this set you have created is absolutely to die for and as my fellow hoppers have mentioned, your friend is going to be awfully happy when she receives this. thanks for sharing your talents with us!

Becky Green said...

Grace!
This is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE what you've done!!!!!! You ALWAYS AMAZE!!!!!!!!!! :)

merrymstamper said...

Wow! Gorgeous gift idea and the matching card is amazing.

Betty said...

Gorgeous set! Wow.

Becky said...

wow Grace, this is stunning! Beautiful colors and beautiful design.

kaybee said...

Beautiful. Love the coloring in the circle.

Kathy O said...

Lovely set! And lovely soft colors!

Bec said...

I love the colors you use. Thankx

Dottie said...

As others have said Wow! I whole heartedly do too. Your cards are beautiful. I am getting to like blue a lot more because of gals like you using it more. These blues are a home run!

Sabrina Jackson said...

Grace, oh sweet Grace, you just always know how to make my heart sing! I LOVE your luminarie and card, so soft and beautiful! Hugs and blessings, Sabrina

Linda said...

Grace, this is so lovely. Your design and colors are perfect and the sentiment so perfect for a lumineria.

Karol L said...

Oh my this is really stunning. Every bit of this card and luminary are just breath taking.
Gorgeous

Marisa said...

That fancy doily and vine die are gorgeous!! New additions to my wish list! Beautiful project and card! Love the oclour combo.

Ann said...

Very, very pretty card and I like the music too!! nice blog!!

Mstgane
Ann

Unknown said...

Such a gorgeous luminary and card set. I like the blue colors too, very soothing.

Brenda said...

What a gorgeous set - the luminaria just shines and the colors are perfect. So soft and subtle- yet with lots of layers.

Connie M. said...

Grace!! Your luminary and card is just stunning! LOVE the soft blue and the amazing flowers!!

BarbaraW said...

Awesome gift with matching card.

Patty Sue 2 said...

I love luminaaries....your's is beautiful. Love the blues you used!

Julie- justwritedesigns said...

Gorgeous set, Grace! The colors are so fresh and pretty and all the die cuts and roses are just beautiful.

S.C.Gardner said...

Wow, this is just beautiful and so delicate and detailed...I love the stamps and the card is delightful and then the luminary is adorable to...great job...

Conniecrafter said...

Gorgeous use of dies on the card and just love the idea of the vellum, what a lovely gift!

Pat said...

Blue is my favorite color. Love the combination of items you used. The luminaria with this particular sentiment is great.

Tammy said...

Grace!!!! Your card and luminary is so lovely!!! Of course I'm a bit partial to blue---one of the colors that symbolize the Holy Spirit:) And you can sense the HOly Spirit through the creations that the Lord has created through you:) Huge cyber hugs!!! be blessed
~Beyond Measure
Tammy
www.bbbm.weebly.com

Clare said...

Grace, your card and luminaria are gorgeous! I love the colors you chose to use! Well done, Ricky's mom! Hugs!

Cathyt said...

Both the card and the luminary are simply beautiful.

Cards By Jan said...

Breath-taking Grace!! Wow is the only word I can find........both are just stunning!! love your colours,and all your elements!! Hugs

Bunnyfreak said...

Love the colors. The luminary is so stunning.

wannabcre8tive said...

Grace, your cards are so lovely. I am liking the blues combined with the pearls.

Tinker Planet said...

What wonderful frosty colors! Your card made me smile :)

claudia swain said...

love the "light" in the background of sentiment

Charlotte Zweigoron said...

Very lovely! Music is delightful as well.

NJGardenGirl said...

Lovely projects, Grace!

Candy Meyers said...

What a lovely card. I can't wait to try this idea.
Candy Meyers

Anonymous said...

very pretty card.

Linda from Georgia said...

I never thought of crafting a luminaria. What a perfect gift for those needing a touch of love and a reminder of our Father's faithfulness.

Maureen R said...

Wonderful idea. So soft and inviting. Thanks for "letting your light shine" with us!!!

beck said...

This set is gorgeous!! Thanks for sharing!

Rachel Brooks said...

Love, love, love your luminaria! What a lovely pair they make for some lucky person!

Melita said...

Jaw dropping beautiful! WOW!

Rosella said...

Beautiful! Love all the projects you made, especially the luminaria!!

Gail L said...

Oh WOW!
Just lovely!

Bernie said...

This sentiment is perfect for your amazing luminaria. Stunning card to match.
Blessings Bernie

Patti said...

Love this set...so attractive

Kelley said...

So beautiful, Grace! An awesome gift set! I still have your poinsettia background luminaria and I love it!!

Rosemary said...

absolutely drop dead gorgeous, grace!!!

Anonymous said...

So beautiful,love the color blue. Mary L Schreiber

Sherry said...

What a gorgeous set!!!can I get on your give away list, lol??!!!!

Sherry said...

What a gorgeous set!!!can I get on your give away list, lol??!!!!

Sherry said...

What a gorgeous set!!!can I get on your give away list, lol??!!!!

Joy said...

This is so pretty. What a lovely gift to give and receive. Light and dainty!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful!!!

TFS,
Victoria Merrick
angelicmsn1 at aol dot com

Linda said...

What a beautiful gift set. Such detail and the coloring so calming.

Donna said...

Just Beautiful. Great job!!

2 peas in a pod said...

Wow! This is beautiful! Thanks for the inspiration. Hugs Brenda

Anonymous said...

Great shade of blue and I live the unique pearl trim.
Joyce

Anonymous said...

lOVE IT, WHAT A GREAT CALMING LIGHT FOR SOMEONE IN THE HOSPITAL OR NURSING HOME! GREAT IDEA! tHANKS FOR SHARING OUR PRECIOUS jESUS TO ALL.

Tameko said...

Such a beautiful project. Love the colors.

Jan Garber said...

Lovely blue bow and set! Your friend will absolutely cherish this gift!

rlovew said...

Wonderful set- the luminary is the perfect way to set off the lovely sentiment.

jean w. said...

What a gorgeous card and luminary!

Scrap-n-happy said...

Wow! I love everything about this card. The dimensional details with the lace ribbon, pearl accents & flowers. Such a lovely design. :)

Kathleen said...

So many gorgeous details! What a unique gift.

M Cash said...

Lovely card; such inspiration to me

Anonymous said...

Love the card and the luminaria. I like the blue.

Holly Paulson

JD/ Jill said...

Very pretty! I like the colors that you used!

Chris Olsen, Glowbug said...

Absolutely stunning Grace!! Love your luminaria with the elegant pearls, the soft blue and yellow with the white and your elegant design!! The layout of the card with your floral embellishing is so beautiful!! Gorgeous giftset my friend!!
hugs,
Chris

Sarah said...

What a stunning gift! Love the pearl trim and the colors are so beautiful! Hugs

Rozy said...

What a great set! You did a beautiful job.

Meg said...

Very nice projects. Thanks for sharing.

Linda Carson said...

Always picture perfect artwork! Your friend will be blessed w/such elegant gifts!

Melody said...

Gorgeous!! Love the light!!

Vail said...

Both the card and luminaria are gorgeous.

paperpourri said...

Lovely....makes me think of spring!

Jo Williams Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator said...

What a lovely gift set Grace! How on earth did you make the luminera? I love it!!!

craftymom205 said...

Beautiful projects.

craftymom205 at yahoo dot com

Roberta said...

This set is beautiful!! Would make a wonderful gift!!!!

Claire Spielman said...

Exquisite in color and design!
TFS...new follower
Creative Wishes,
Claire S.
www.scrapmyway.blogspot.com

tpolite said...

Very creative!!! Love the luminary! My immediate response was "that is so cool how did she do that?!". Great job!!

Nan G said...

A luminaria! How wonderful! A gorgeous set your friend will love!

Anonymous said...

Such creativity, love it, thank you so much for sharing it.

Pati said...

Very pretty color combo with the blues & ivory. Very pretty card.

ktfabian said...

Both are absolutely beautiful! As is the music. Thank you for sharing both.

Liz Williams said...

You are shining God's light in many ways with this lovely creation.

Loretta O. said...

Love all the pretty lacy details.

Cindy Lou said...

So soft and beautiful! Awesome gift set! Such wonderful inspiration, thanks for sharing!

Babs Y. said...

Absolutely gorgeous, as usual. Whoever receives this is very lucky.

Pat Jandacek said...

What a lovely gift set. Both pieces are beautiful.

kayquinton@yahoo.com said...

Truely unbelievable. I love the pearls

Terri S said...

What a beautiful gift set! The new ODB stamps are so perfect for this! What a treasure for your friend.

Lynne said...

Grace - Love your project. So soft and beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

Dolores said...

I love the soft colors and how shabby chic it looks. Fabulous project TFS.

Miriam said...

How clever to create a luminaria with this sentiment! Both the luminaria and the card are beautiful. I love the blue and ivory color combination and the special touches you always add! Bless you for sharing!

Becca Feeken said...

So loving your luminaria Grace!! Along with the card it makes for a stunning gift ensemble!

Anonymous said...

A beautiful set, your card and luminaria! Lovely embellishments on both...especially loving those drop pearls!
Lu C

Lorraine said...

Now how elegant is that? Beautiful

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful set. I love the luminaria. Thanks for sharing your talent.

Hettie H said...

WOW...this is a great set! The color combination is very soothing.

Ratty Hugs said...

This is a breathtaking design. Thanks for sharing it.
alsmouse ~C8> Ratty Hugs

Karen W said...

Wow both are fabulous but the light is over the top and so perfect for this saying. Just gorgeous!

Tina AKA GardenDiva said...

What an awesome gift for someone special.

Lucy said...

.simply. gorgeous.

thefrashers said...

oh! such a gorgeous set. your card is suitable for framing and i loooove the luminaria. nice work.

Leanne said...

Simply fabulous!

Miesje said...

Gulp!! Grace this is awesome! I saw the card from a few days ago too, what an incredible gift! Love it.

Jonia said...

Grace what an amazing set to be able to give to a friend! I love everything about both the card and the luminaire! Just beautiful.

Joy said...

I love how you made the center of this card. It is just perfect with the sentiment. Gorgeous!

slbt17 said...

so pretty - love your choice of die cuts.
Sandra ltb

irishgalkelly said...

Hi Grace! This is SO pretty! I love your gift set and I'm sure the person receiving this will treasure it! Beautiful, soft and calming color combo. So classic. I appreciate all your attention to details.

Anita Braddock said...

Grace this is so very Beautiful Love the card and the whole set. The colors and perfect the way you have layered and added the Spellbinders dies are the best. the Patterned papers is Awesome and adds the Beautiful Contrast. your Roses are Amazing. and the Ribbon is Gorgeous.
and the added Bling adds that Wow Factor. thanks for sharing.
abbraddock@msn.com

stampencamper said...

what a perfect project for this set, great release and such fun viewing all the projects on this blog hop, thanks for sharing

Anonymous said...

What a gorgeous card and gift! Exquisite! Thanks for sharing.

Sue said...

WOW, all of the creations along the way are beautiful and this is absolutely stunning!

Sue D said...

Gorgeous set! I like all the embellishments.

Christine Harrop said...

A truly beautiful set. Love the pearl trim.

Laureen said...

This is a perfect way to use this verse! A lovely gift for someone.

marcelle schauer said...

What a fantastic idea as a gift. As always Grace you do such a wonderful job inspiring all of us, thank you.

Clare Curcio said...

Hello, Grace! Did you tint your ribbon on this project? Beautiful! I love luminaries! If you don't mind, I'd like to send you a photo of one I made for Christmas. Hugs!

Cheryl S. said...

What a wonderful project with two gorgeous pieces!! I love these new verses.

joy said...

I squealed when I saw your pearl drops - so very sophisticated! Beautiful job on your card and box.

kay Long said...

Nice Job!!! I love your projects. Thank you for sharing with us.

Bonnie said...

Wow! This set is beautiful! You chose the perfect verse for a luminaria!! Gorgeous card, colors...love it!
BonnieG

rosalie said...

What a wonderful gift to receive. You are very creative - beautiful card!!

Jo4Him said...

What a gorgeous gift luminaria and card (wish it was for me!). LOVE your colors and all the details in your projects. Thanks for sharing.

Danae Fayard said...

Love that ribbon!

Danae Fayard

April said...

These are so beautiful and elegant! You did a great job!

Anonymous said...

grace you inspire me to pull out my spellbinder dies make some cards,just need to go to daily bread for those beautiful verses thanks lori

meemee48 said...

What a nostalgic, yet gracefully beautiful project.

TrinaM said...

What a gorgeous gift set for a lucky friend. Such beautiful design and colors. TFS.

Joanne said...

I love the colours in your cards and the touch of orange behind the "Let Your Light Shine" seniment is genius...really looks like a glowing light.

Anonymous said...

Oh, what a beautiful set! I love your soft blues and the wonderful die cuts. Lovely! Judy D.

Anonymous said...

Your light is certainly shining...lovely card

JKB said...

What terrific projects. Just beautiful.

JKB said...

What terrific projects. Just beautiful.

Home Grown Joy said...

Grace,
This is lovely. I like the idea of the card and luminaria matching. Ultra-feminine touches and your use of vellum is classy. I have lots of vellum (I lost it then found it!!)I'll have to consider this since I love making candles too. And MME paper is my all time favorite.
April B

kud said...

That's very creative. Good job!

Sundaystamper said...

Love the light!

dmbennett said...

Beautiful ensemble. Love your color choices. These are some great new releases. Can't wait to get a few of them. TFS

E. Marie said...

Grace, your luminarie is just beautiful. I love it as much as I loved the card and the coloring is so pretty. Really like how you strung the pearls around the top.

Unknown said...

Beautiful ensemble. Totally Awesome.

Betty Wright said...

Beautiful design and ensemble, Grace! Just gorgeous!

christi said...

this is a gorgeous card.

Unknown said...

Wow Grace...this is absolutely stunning!

Draisey said...

The baubles are great!

Draisey said...

The baubles are great!

Debbie Erickson said...

Grace,
First of all I love your testimony on your blog. Then, of course, I think your card is wonderful. "You are a blessing to me!"

Karen said...

The luminaria is such a great idea-- this is a great pair of projects.