Saturday, February 28, 2015

Spring Coffee Lovers Blog Hop - Take 2

Right now it is 11 p.m. and if ever a girl could use some caffeine, it would be little old me. 

 I. Am. Beat.

 My cousin had a birthday party last night and her whole family popped into town for a visit. They live about 5 hours away, so it was a real treat! We went to a dueling pianos show last night and let's just say we definitely brought in the early morning hours in style. 

 But between the late night, getting up at 7 to start breakfast, and entertaining, coffee has been my best friend. Whew!


I'm going to keep this post as short and as sweet as I can:
Two things I want to tell you fine folks about:

 Number one: Eclectic Ellapu's new challenge starts TODAY. The Pink Team's challenge is Anything Goes and the Purple Team is "Go Green", so head on over and enter all your awesome cards so the rest of the design team and I can come ogle them!

 Number two: If you haven't heard of the Coffee Lover's Blog Hop by now, you should crawl out from that rock you've been hiding in and come join the party!

 I whipped up a second card tonight using some stencils.

I started by sponging Mustard Seed all over the cards background and stenciling with Wild Honey and a stencil over the top. The cards are supposed to be spring themed, and there is nothing more springy than a fresh sunrise. 


Next, I die cut an image on my Cricut, and used it as a second stencil. I sponged with Fired Brick Distress Inks. 

I added some Fired Brick and Vintage Photo DIs to the edges and stamped mug and sentiment from a Prima set. A little twine and a doily later, I had a completed card! 

 Pssssssst - if you like that sunburst stencil, I'm giving one away in my blog candy package. Leave me a comment and >>>include your contact info<<< and you'll be entered. It's not necessary to follow my blog, but if you do you'll receive an extra entry! 

I haven't even had a chance to comment on most of the entries from the hop, since this weekend has been so jam packed. I'm headed off now to check out some awesome creations! 


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76 comments:

  1. jenMarch 1, 2015 at 12:50 AM

    This is great!!! Love the double stencil!

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  2. brendaMarch 1, 2015 at 2:30 AM

    I've been allocated half an hour before system restoration continues, then fingers crossed my computer activities will be back to normal. So quickly popping in say what lovely work Becca.

    B x

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  3. SueMarch 1, 2015 at 2:47 AM

    This is gorgeous Becca, I love the stencilled background, the sun rays looks amazing and the warm sunny colours are beautiful.
    Sue xx

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  4. Dawn TMarch 1, 2015 at 2:52 AM

    just amazing Becca. Love the stencil you made. It really is lovely. Love the layering

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  5. Lizzy HillMarch 1, 2015 at 3:25 AM

    YUM. No, DELISH! Well, both actually....but delish works more with liquid than yum. And if I get a chance, I am SO going to join in......got behind myself the past few days....eeeeekkK!!!!!!

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  6. Lynette JacobsMarch 1, 2015 at 4:07 AM

    So gorgeous. Would love that sunburst stencil :). I also have an addiction for coffee but if i drink it at 11pm, I would never sleep. You NEED your sleep...go to bed now xx

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  7. Dotty JoMarch 1, 2015 at 5:55 AM

    What a beauty - I love all the details with the stencil. Totally gorgeous, Jo x http://dottypuddingdesigns.blogspot.co.uk/

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  8. Lori KobularMarch 1, 2015 at 6:23 AM

    Wow! The background that you created is Awesome! It looks just like an early morning sunrise!

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  9. ~amy~March 1, 2015 at 6:34 AM

    This is awesome...I love all the inky goodness and your coffee stencil you made...so FUN!
    Thanks for joining in the fun♥

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  10. joyMarch 1, 2015 at 6:42 AM

    Very clever to use two stencils for your background. Love your card, Becca!

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  11. ShellyMarch 1, 2015 at 7:59 AM

    Awesome card!

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  12. VanessaBMarch 1, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    i absolutely LOVE this!! the stenciling is awesome! your card design is fantastic. the whole this is awesome! :)

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  13. Patti JMarch 1, 2015 at 9:19 AM

    Wow! Love the stencils that you used, especially that one you cut yourself! How creative! Thanks for sharing and thanks for a chance to win that fabulous starburst stencil! Mamagilliam at gmail dot com

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  14. JerrieMarch 1, 2015 at 10:17 AM

    Becca, love your background. Your whole card is coffeelicious!!

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  15. KT Fit KittyMarch 1, 2015 at 10:53 AM

    I love your stencilling, Becca! You're making good use of your Cricut to create your own stencil! Your card looks amazing! Yes, I would love to win your blog candy and that fabulous stencil! fitkitty1@gmail.com

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  16. nancy carrollMarch 1, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    OMG, LOVE the colors, stenciling, this is amazing! Sounds like so much fun, can't believe you are up making cards instead of asleep! awesome work for being so tired. Thanks for the opportunity to win such fun blog candy!
    nance459 at yahoo dot com.

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  17. conilMarch 1, 2015 at 11:41 AM

    Happy to hear your weekend was festive and fun...so's this card....LOVE that you made you own stencil to achieve that sunny, fabulous background. Think is should be a stencil that those of us without a Cricut can purchase. It's AWESOME! Perfect for those out there with caffeine obsessions.

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  18. Monika ReeckMarch 1, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    yoou really great at using that stencil for your card
    I have tim holz rise Stencil maybe I can follow your instruction here and cool using that cappuccino coffee black sentiment on that orange color
    cool cool technique I must off after this to start CASE ing your card..
    let me see if I can make a good foto because in Germany now it is 19:00 night
    great card Becca love this
    I am already your follower my dear :)

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  19. ionabunnyMarch 1, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    Love the background you created. Love the word stencil you created. Fabtastic. I'm not even going to try and comment on all the entries! Over 200 already!! Just about to add to that LOL. Hugz

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  20. LisaMarch 1, 2015 at 12:00 PM

    This is fabulous!! I love the stencils!! What a beautiful design!! It sounds like a busy, exciting weekend!! I hope you are able to rest today!! Have a great day :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  21. BirgitMarch 1, 2015 at 12:03 PM

    This is so warm in feeling which is soooo nice:) Love the background and the stenciling-just perfect

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  22. Elaine aka EllapuMarch 1, 2015 at 12:41 PM

    Again another piece of art where the colors remind me Spring and good weather on its way - so if the coffee doesn't do it then the sunshine will xx

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  23. LauraJane:)March 1, 2015 at 1:08 PM

    Incredable layers Becca!

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  24. AnnMarch 1, 2015 at 1:14 PM

    Beautiful with the Fired Brick and Vintage Photo Distress Inks. And that cute Prima stamp.

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  25. Cat CraigMarch 1, 2015 at 1:53 PM

    Love all the texture you got from the double stenciling.

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  26. Celeste GoffMarch 1, 2015 at 2:04 PM

    This card is just amazing! I love it!

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  27. Mary MarshMarch 1, 2015 at 2:15 PM

    you created such a beautiful background for your coffee themed card-hope you recovered from your late night-thanks for the chance to win some blog candy - my email is mrmarsh917@msn.com

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  28. Holly AKA KopyKatMarch 1, 2015 at 2:18 PM

    oh this is so fabulous. Thanks for the chance to win some candy. hollysilva911@hotmail.com

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  29. KarenladdMarch 1, 2015 at 2:38 PM

    OOh, love the warm colors and that gorgeous stenciled background! What a wonderful design! I've been trying to learn how to use stencils and this is great inspiration!
    kladd94803 at aol dot com

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  30. KarenladdMarch 1, 2015 at 2:39 PM

    Following on Google!!

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  31. CarolMarch 1, 2015 at 2:55 PM

    This looks fabulous Becca. Carol x

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  32. ivyMarch 1, 2015 at 2:59 PM

    those are great stencils! love what you did with the coffee words stencils!

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  33. Taunya ButlerMarch 1, 2015 at 5:23 PM

    Love that you did such a great sunshiny job on your cards!! Love the ray of sunshine that you are to the crafting world and love seeing the cool and trendy techniques you use on your creations!! Both cards are fantastic and I think you deserve a HUGE gold star on your forehead for making it through this weekend!! Even is coffee had to be involved!!! =] Have a super good week!!!

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  34. arlsmom aka LyndaMarch 1, 2015 at 5:37 PM

    fabulous background and colors on your card!!

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  35. Kim HegginsMarch 1, 2015 at 5:39 PM

    Becca....wow, what a card. This is just how I feel in the morning drinking my first cup, it make me shine just like the sun!

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  36. Kara LynneMarch 1, 2015 at 5:47 PM

    Wow! Now that is some serious stenciling! I LOVE this card!

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  37. LindseyMarch 1, 2015 at 8:26 PM

    I love that coffee stencil, and this card!

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  38. Jessica Frost-BallasMarch 1, 2015 at 9:06 PM

    Love the stenciling!

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  39. KellyJeanMarch 1, 2015 at 9:12 PM

    Great card! kellyjeanstamps@gmail.com

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  40. Lisa EltonMarch 1, 2015 at 10:24 PM

    Oh wow Becca, what a fantastic background!! This is amazing!!

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  41. wendipooh13March 1, 2015 at 11:09 PM

    oh my gosh LOVE your sunburst!! gorgeous card and totally rocks!!

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  42. GretaMarch 2, 2015 at 12:00 AM

    Great card, Becca & that sunburst stencil is really cool!

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  43. D-March 2, 2015 at 2:10 AM

    I loVe your sweet card. Thanks for sharing.
    Crafty hugs,
    Dawn
    DesignsByDragonfly {blogspot}
    dmcardmaker {at}{GMAIL}{dot}{com}

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  44. Jessi FoganMarch 2, 2015 at 3:08 AM

    OH EM GEE! The layered stenciling - freaking genius! And the doily! And the layered panels, and twine...dang, Becca, I want to be inky like you when I grow up :)

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  45. anja curversMarch 2, 2015 at 4:59 AM

    Wow this is so, so awesome love the layered stenciling how clever.

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  46. PamelliaMarch 2, 2015 at 6:58 AM

    Wonderful Becca! Loving those fiery colours and what an amazing use of stencils! Just gorgeous! hugs :)

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  47. Carole ZMarch 2, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    Fabulous Becca, love the stencilling and colours, sorry I've missed commenting last week, have had flu :( Hugs Carole Z X

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  48. TangledBlueRoseMarch 2, 2015 at 11:09 AM

    Such a wonderful thing, coffee! Love how you always make such awesome layers! Love the warm colors, feels so right. Love seeing all of your wonderful art! Thanks so much for sharing Becca!
    ~kim

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  49. Lee-AnneMarch 2, 2015 at 11:28 AM

    Wow! Love the colors...fabulous design, Becca!

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  50. Teresa Godines #6857March 2, 2015 at 11:28 AM

    Your background is awesome. I need to use my sentinels more often. Great card. TFS

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  51. *Vicki*March 2, 2015 at 12:36 PM

    This really IS awesome with your stencil work!! Very cool! :)

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  52. AnonymousMarch 2, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    What a fantastic card Becca x

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  53. Brandi RMarch 2, 2015 at 1:21 PM

    Gorgeous background!!! Love this card!

    Follower via Blogger
    keelalagirl at gmail dot com

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  54. Nora NollMarch 2, 2015 at 3:39 PM

    Oh how FUN!! I love the stenciling on this. I need to try layering them like this!!

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  55. DonnaMarch 2, 2015 at 6:12 PM

    Love your second entry! nice use of ur cutting machine too!

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  56. SylviaMarch 3, 2015 at 6:15 AM

    Fabulous card, Becca, wish I could use my cricut like you used yours! Just wonderfully creative! Have a fun Tuesday and happy hopping!

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  57. Happy DanceMarch 3, 2015 at 8:07 AM

    Dang girl!! This is stunning!!! Double stenciling...you are sooooo clever to think that up!! Love that the coffee stencil even has my current favvie on it...macchiato! Great colors; reminds me of brilliant sunrises over the lake. Fantastic card!!!! Well done, my friend, well done! Bev

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  58. Kay MillerMarch 3, 2015 at 12:13 PM

    Your card is absolutely amazing!! Wow! I love love that stenciled background! Fabulous work!

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  59. New CreationsMarch 4, 2015 at 3:27 AM

    I love how you made your own cricut stencil and over stenciling on sunrays, stunning and inspirational creation, love it!!!

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  60. cmMarch 4, 2015 at 1:47 PM

    Wait a minute here...you made this sunrise splendid stunner in a state of near exhaustion? I'm in awe...the sunrays, the fabulous coffee-themed stencil you created (brilliant and innovative! I love it!), the colours...the whole works is a new level of dazzlement. Gorgeous in every way...gorgeous!
    Hugs~c

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  61. D.Ann CMarch 4, 2015 at 2:36 PM

    FAB background and card! Love that stencil! Thanks for the chance to win it!

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  62. CharkMarch 4, 2015 at 3:09 PM

    love your design on this! giveaway on my entry #275 too, if you're interested

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  63. Sue DMarch 4, 2015 at 9:53 PM

    Love this background!
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  64. Waving My WandMarch 4, 2015 at 10:50 PM

    Whaaaat?? I'm gonna have to try that with my Cricut....love your card! momtojeb at gmail dot com

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  65. 2amscrapperMarch 5, 2015 at 1:54 AM

    great card Becca--I see you at STAMPlorations and I already follow your blog. Thanks for the chance at your giveaway.

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  66. AJ BodineMarch 5, 2015 at 12:12 PM

    Awesome, awesome, love the stencil you created! What fiery look to this card, it gets me energized just looking at it!

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  67. CaffeinatedPapercutsMarch 5, 2015 at 1:58 PM

    Oh I love it!! The stencils are amazing and the card turned out lovely. Feel free to send it my way... ;)
    caffeinatedpapercuts{at}gmail{dot}com

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  68. JanisMarch 5, 2015 at 2:29 PM

    Love your layered stenciled background!! Such a fun card. Pinned.
    Thanks so much for a chance to win your blog candy....so many fun things to play with. Would love to give them a home in my craft room!!!
    <3 J

    jwoolbright at gmail dot com
    HerPeacefulGarden.blogspot.com

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  69. MauraMarch 5, 2015 at 3:51 PM

    Love that stencil you used. Sure sounds like you needed your coffee! Thanks for visiting on the hop!!

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  70. Katie Ann BrooksMarch 5, 2015 at 11:01 PM

    awesome background! This makes me thing of a old time diner!

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  71. Milka GuboMarch 6, 2015 at 2:43 AM

    GORGEOUS!!!! Love it!!! :-D

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  72. Helen F.March 6, 2015 at 12:00 PM

    Ooohh, how awesome!!

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  73. CealMarch 6, 2015 at 5:30 PM

    Love the background! Fabulous card

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  74. My Paper EpiphanyMarch 6, 2015 at 11:24 PM

    Wow this is drop dead gorgeous. I love every detail!!!
    jen.a.martin59@gmail.com

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  75. An'Jenic G.March 7, 2015 at 12:01 PM

    So cute! Loving the background.

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  76. Keren BakerMarch 8, 2015 at 8:27 AM

    Gorgeous multi layered stencilling!

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