Rest & Renewal...Taylored Expressions Sneak Peek Day One...

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It is officially 2011, and the start of a fresh, new year. Today is the first day of a full week of sneak peeks from Taylored Expressions, and the card I have to share today uses the lovely new set, Rest & Renewal.

I chose to use this verse for its feeling of hope and strength, and I wanted to create a card that would help to convey a sense of its beauty. The sentiments in this set coordinate perfectly with the new Frame It Up die, which I used here and outlined in tiny pearls.

I first saw this ribbon rose technique on the blog of my dear stamping friend, Carla Bazhenow, who is so talented and an amazing teacher. I have been wanting to try replicating it and it was just what I wanted for this card. Please visit her site for a terrific tutorial.

BEAN NOTES

• Stamps: Rest & Renewal (Taylored Expressions)
• Ink: Memento Rich Cocoa (Tsukineko)
• Cardstock: Early Espresso, Pear Pizazz, Blushing Bride (Stampin' Up!); Choice Buttercream (TE)
• Templates: Scallops and Circles Impression Plate (TE)
• Dies: Frame It Up and Leafy Branch (TE)
• Fibers: Green Organza and Pink Satin Ribbon (TE)

HAPPY BEANS

• Accents: Eyelets (We-R-Memory Keepers); Pearls (generic)

I hope you enjoyed my project today, and for more creative inspiration, please be sure to check out the rest of the Baker's Dozen. Rest & Renewal coordinates with another new set, New Beginnings, which several of my fellow DT members will be showcasing today. May your year be off to a restful beginning and may the holidays have renewed your spirits.

• Charmaine Ikach
  Danielle Lounds
  Donna Baker
  Jackie Pedro
  Jodi Collins
  Karen Giron
  Karen Motz
  Melissa Sauls
  Regina Mangum
  Sankari Wegman
  Tori Wild
  Taylor VanBruggen