Thursday, August 25, 2011

Flower Soft and Our Daily Bread Designs


Are you ready for a Blog Hop?

Come join us in a special blog hop with The Flower Soft and Our Daily Bread Design Teams!

As you make your way through the hop make sure you comment on each and every post. There will be two prize winners chosen randomly among the blogs.

Flower Soft and Our Daily Bread Designs will each be selecting a winner for a $20 prize package!

The blog hop ends on August 30th. The prize winners will be announced on the Flower Soft blog and Our Daily Bread Designs Blog on August 31st.

If you came here from Marie Berquist's blog you are in the right place. If not please start at the beginning at the Our Daily Bread Designs Blog.


It is rare for me to have a clear mental picture of a fully completed card before I begin, but for today's hop, I knew exactly what I wanted to do!  I envisioned a simple, soft, monochromatic pale gold and ivory card using ultrafine sand Flower Soft and the wheat image from the set, Our Daily Bread.

I love this set with this beautiful verse from the Lord's prayer...the verse and image remind me of the words Pastor Cory often shares when he asks the Lord's blessing over the elements for weekly communion at our church.  That God would take something as everyday as bread and wine to illustrate His great love for us helps me to remember that time with Him daily is as vital to my spiritual life as a meal is to my body.  He is the Bread of Life!  (If you've never done Beth Moore's study of the Tabernacle, you should!  Everything in the Tabernacle is a correlated to something about the character of Christ!  It is filled with Covenant imagery...love this study!)

Notes: 
ODBD set, Our Daily Bread
ultrafine sand Flower Soft 
Color Box Donna Salazar Mix'd Media Inx
Basic Grey Capella designer paper
Prima Innoscence 2 paper and pearl flower
Kaiser Craft pearls
sheer ribbon (I folded a short strand and heated it with the heat gun for "leaves")
JBS/Superior stick pens

Now hop on over to Angella Crockett's!  Can't wait to see what gorgeousness she's created!
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63 comments:

  1. christiAugust 25, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    i love the subtleness of this card. it's so peaceful. and it gets straight to the message. you did a great job with this.

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  2. Karen WAugust 25, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Very soft and pretty, love the monochromatic look of this. Great hop and lots of inspiration!!

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  3. Angella D. CrockettAugust 25, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Deb, this is so gorgeous! I love the softness of your card and the Flower Soft on the wheat is so perfect! I love this hop....seeing FS used in so many different ways is so inspirational!! Hugs and blessings, Angie

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  4. AnonymousAugust 25, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    SO ELEGANT
    HUGS CHRISSY O
    XX

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  5. Stamp like you mean itAugust 25, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Deb, what a beautiful and meaningful creation! The FS is lovely and gives such a sweet dimension to your work. Thanks for the "Woman's Heart" link as well. Food for the soul!

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  6. DawnAugust 25, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Deb, a true beauty!! Hugs my friend!

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  7. GraceAugust 25, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Deb this is so pretty and I loved reading your words too! Love the flower soft on the wheat! Such great dimension! It's great hopping along with you today!!!
    hugs,
    Grace

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  8. LoriAugust 25, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Beautiful card. Love the tone on tone...

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  9. evette k. ciampoAugust 25, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Deb you did a great job on this card. I love your flower and the design of the card. A subtle elegant use of Our Daily Bread images/statements and Flower soft. Beautiful card. Ty for sharing. God bless ekc.

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  10. BassladyAugust 25, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    the soft tones of your card are very tender and touching...wonderful effect!

    hugs and kisses from germany,
    silvi xoxo

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  11. An'Jenic G.August 25, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Love the soft colors you used. love the flower you used.

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  12. Debbie SeyerAugust 25, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Beautiful card, Deb!! Thanks for the nice comments on my blog......this mom is doing much better!!

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  13. JanettAugust 25, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Beautiful,so soft.

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  14. UnknownAugust 25, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Very pretty, soft and sweet!

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  15. mjblahnik56August 25, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Beautiful card. I am a new follower. TFS

    mjblahnik56@hotmail.com

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  16. KimberlyRaeAugust 25, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Gorgeous job on your project! Love the natural color pallet and the flower work. TFS!

    Blessings,
    KimberlyRae
    kreationsbykimberlyrae.com

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  17. Bobbie LynnAugust 25, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Beautiful card. Love the softness to it.

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  18. stampencamperAugust 25, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    perfect 'bling appeal' for the wheat stems, an
    adorable card, thanks for making the blog hop fun

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  19. AnonymousAugust 25, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Very elegant.
    Mary l.

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  20. Sherry KushibabAugust 25, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Your colors are so soft and subtle, just perfect! FS adds just the right amount of details. Love it.

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  21. AnonymousAugust 25, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    Thanks for the reminder that I have that "Daily Bread" and need to call upon it more often. Beautiful reminder.....keep them coming!

    syd
    sydegan@hotmail.com

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  22. Barb R.August 25, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Your card is lovely! I love the colors...very simple and beautiful. Love the wheat touch. It's all such a beautiful design! Great job!
    Barb O.

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  23. CheekAugust 25, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    So rich looking!!!

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  24. Elaine SauerAugust 25, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    I love the colors

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  25. Elena CAugust 25, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    It is a beautiful card. It's great when it turns out exactly as you imagined. Beth Moore's study...yes I have done those too and the one you are talking about is my alltime favorite. I started with that one and I still love it the best...God bless you for sharing your art.

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  26. Sandee ShanabroughAugust 25, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Wow! Deb this is gorgeous! I love the muted tones and the pretty touches of Flower Soft on this beautiful image!!!

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  27. Tenia NelsonAugust 25, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Gorgeous!!

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  28. Shabby PatiAugust 25, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Deb, beautiful soft card. Love the colors. Great combination.

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  29. Lisa SomervilleAugust 25, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Beautiful! Love your choice of papers and wonderful design!

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  30. LaurieAugust 26, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    What a pretty card. The layout & papers are terrific. I especially like how you darkened the edges of each piece.

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  31. BeckyAugust 26, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    This is so soft and lovely.

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  32. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    I love the almost monochromatic palette, it's so pretty. Thanks for posting.
    EllenaELizabeth Makes, Australia

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  33. Betty WrightAugust 26, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Deb, this is beautiful! Love the soft colors and details! Love how you used the flower soft! Wonderful scripture card!

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  34. Angela TAugust 26, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    I love the quietness of this card,but it is still stunning at the same time!

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  35. AprilAugust 26, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Very soft and pretty card.

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  36. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    Deb, this card is so calming, the soft tones that you used are so peaceful. Love the use of the flowersoft on the cattails. TYFS

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  37. Linda DeckerAugust 26, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    The wheat is so real looking with the FS added to it. Love the rich tones.

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  38. Deneen TrebleAugust 26, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Beautiful card, I love how you used the Flower Soft on the wheat sheaves.

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  39. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    This card is so soft and elegant. You did a great job. Mickie M

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  40. GwenAugust 26, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Love the peaceful look of your card and what a great idea to use the flower soft for the wheat !!!

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  41. Stacie (craft-princess)August 26, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    So beautiful and elegant!

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  42. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    How elegant and lovely this cream and gold creation is! I was so blessed by your comments regarding what this card means to you! You've given me an idea ... I think I'll look into getting the Beth Moore study that you mentioned. I love her work. ~ ~ ~ Rita R

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  43. DarleneAugust 26, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    Very nice Deb,love the nice soft colors

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  44. JeannineAugust 26, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    Loving this card--simply BEAUTIFUL!

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  45. Sharon PeeleAugust 26, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    This is gorgeous, It gives me a peaceful feeling!! beautiful work!!

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  46. Lynn B.August 27, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    Your work on this card is superb, Deb. I appreciate that you art keeps the meaning front and center. And thanks for your words about the tabernacle too. Food for thought.

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  47. Bev GerardAugust 27, 2011 at 2:42 AM

    I know just what you mean ... but this has truly come together in a marvelous way, don't you agree? Beautiful from every angle.

    ~Bev

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  48. IreneAugust 27, 2011 at 6:16 AM

    What a stunning, peaceful card. Thanks for sharing your commentary behind the card!

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  49. Dorothy SAugust 27, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    How gorgeous in these lovely soft tones - perfect setting for the wheat. Thanks for sharing.

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  50. ConniecrafterAugust 27, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    the softness is terrific and that flower soft is a perfect match for this, Love it!

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  51. paperpourriAugust 27, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Love the monochromatic palette!

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  52. PeggieAugust 27, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Very pretty - love the simple colors and all the layering.

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  53. SherryAugust 27, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    very pretty!!!! I love everythiong about it!!!!

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  54. UnknownAugust 27, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    very elegant card, I love the embellishment, lovely :)

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  55. Sue DAugust 27, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    You achieved your vision for this card--beautiful.

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  56. LesliAugust 28, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Lovely card. Very soft, but full of interest.

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  57. BarbaraAugust 28, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    A beautiful, soft look. Relaxing and inspiring both.

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  58. Cindy LouAugust 28, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    This is a beautiful card, love the monochromatic look, I just can't stop looking at it. Indeed, Beth M is great at giving a vision and you did a wonderful job at interpretting it. TFS!

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  59. Linda BeesonAugust 28, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    That is a beautiful card in such a simple and elegant color combo.

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  60. Sew Sweet N CraftyAugust 30, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    The soft colors on this card are so peaceful. Thanks for having one of my favorite songs on here too by the way- Mighty to Save.
    Sew Sweet N Crafty
    SewSweetNCrafty.blogspot.com

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  61. ClareAugust 30, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Beautiful job on this card!

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  62. AnonymousAugust 30, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    So very pretty, & soft!!! TFS
    dianne davis

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  63. AnonymousAugust 30, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Hi Dab~

    I love your monochromatic card. It is direct and to the point. I love the look of the Flower Soft on the Wheat. It looks as if it could sway in the breeze. And, I loved reading your message about what the stamp is about. Wonderful job!

    He IS Able!
    Traci Starkweather
    http://He-IS-Able.blogspot.com

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