And what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, and to love kindness
and mercy, and to humble yourself and walk humbly with your God? (Micah 6:8)

Monday, July 1, 2013

ODBD July Release

It's time again for another fabulous release by Our Daily Bread Designs!   Love is in the air and wedding bells are ringing.  The new sets being released this month are perfect for wedding and anniversary card making and gifts. Although we are not having a blog hop this month, there will be one winner chosen from one of the designer's blog comments who will receive a $50 Gift Certificate to the ODBD Store! You will have until July 3, 2013 at 9:00 pm EST to make your comments!  You can find all the card samples and blog links on the Our Daily Bread Designs Blog, but to make it easier for you, I will also have all the designer's links at the bottom of this post.

Now for some news about our ODBD Designers...

  • Angela Crockett and Audrey Hiltke are moving to the Aluni Team!
  • I will be moving from the Challenge Team to the Design Team!
  • Deb Saaranen is taking a short leave for a few months since she is moving.
  • Kathy Roney is leaving the Challenge Team...we will miss her!!
  • Connie McCotter and Betty Wright are leaving the Alumni Team!  We will miss them as well.  Both Connie and Betty have been on our team for many years, and Betty was also the Alumni Team Coordinator!
  • Cheryl Scrivens is joining us on the Challenge Team...welcome Cheryl!
I have two cards to share with you using some of the new release sets.

Creative Nugget:  The Quatrefoil Pattern die was layered onto My Mind's Eye DP and Smokey Shadow card stock.  By cutting a Spellbinders Decorative Labels Eight die in half and attaching half to the top and half to the bottom, a border was made before mounting the front to a Pink Pirouette card base.  The Quatrefoil Design Dies were used to create a frame in Smokey Shadow for the Love Scripture verse.  Some dyed seam binding was woven through the Quatrefoil die and the verse popped on top with dimensionals. The swag, banner, and love birds were stamped with images from the new To the Love Birds and Banner Sentiments stamp sets and die cut with the matching Bird Cage and Banner Dies.  A few Cheery Lynn Mini Fanciful Flourishes and pearls were added to finish the card.

Here's the second one:

Creative Nugget:  The Gingham Background was stamped in Pink Pirouette on the top of a Solar Crest panel and a CB embossing folder used to give texture to the bottom of the panel.  It's hard to see, but the bird cage from the To the Lovebirds stamp set was randomly stamped in VersaMark and white embossed over the pink gingham. This panel was stitched to a Pink Pirouette matt. This time the smaller Decorative Labels Eight die was cut lengthwise to create a border at the top and bottom of the card and black lace added before attaching it to a Solar Crest card front.  This gave a different look than the one above.  All of the pieces from the Bird Cage and Banners Dies were used to decorate the front of the card along with the sentiment from the Banner Sentiments stamp set.  The bird cage was mounted on a Spellbinders Antique Frame die and some ribbon, flourishes, and roses finish the card.

The new sets and dies used to create these cards are available today at the ODBD Store!

Be sure to visit these super talented ladies for more incredibly gorgeous samples using this month's new release sets.  Leave a comment on each one of their blogs to be eligible for the PRIZE!

~~Angie~~Audrey~~Chris~~Dawn~~Grace~~Julie~~
~~Lisa~~Lori~~Sabrina~~Sandee~~Silke~~Tosha~~

Thanks so much for stopping by!  Have a wonderful day!

Hugs,
Cathymac

51 comments:

Anonymous said...

Beautiful in pink! Great cards.

Chris Olsen, Glowbug said...

What gorgeous cards Cathy!! I just love your layout with the flower bouquet trail and the birds in the first and the feminine pink design with all the frills on the second. Gorgeous creations.
hugs,
Chris

Julie- justwritedesigns said...

Both are beautiful, Cathy! Such lovely cards, all pretty in pink!

Marjorie said...

Beautiful cards.
Marjorie from TX

Anita Braddock said...

Gorgeous cards. love the layering and the colors. love the attention to details. thanks for sharing.

Unknown said...

Very beautiful work! I couldn't pick a favorite one if I tried.

Marsha said...

So many details and added elements. Love the die cuts you used. Never thought to do the vine leaf in pink. I like it.

Dawn said...

beautiful, Cathy! love the 'trellis' look of the Q-die and the birds on the 'vines'!! such lovely samples!!

Angella D. Crockett said...

Both of your cards are amazing!!!! I love the dies and yummy colors you chose for both!!

Beth Norman-Roberts said...

Your work is so elegant and I can tell lots of time and effort went into them. You showcased the new stamps well.

Lisa Somerville said...

Beautiful cards Cathy! Love the addition of the Quatrefoil Dies and the lovely embellies!

Unknown said...

Gorgeous cards and colors. I like how you used the quatrafoil and leaves. Love the bird cage also.

TLady said...

CATHY! YOUR CARDS A BEAUTIFUL!!!!! SOOO ELEGANT & FEMININE!!:) LOOOOOOOOVE THE PINK!!!!!!! AND the SCRIPTURE VERSE IS WONDERFUL!!!!!!:) ALL THE little elements you've added JUST ADD to these LOVELIES!!!!!!:)

JANIS FROM CANADA said...

BLACK, WHITE, PINK, DOES IT GET ANY BETTER.... THANKS FOR THE INSPIRATION...

JANIS FROM CANADA said...

LOVE ALL THE CARDS AND ALL THE HARD WORK THAT THEY DO.. WANT THESE SETS BAD.....

Kelley said...

So beautiful, Cathy!! So more awesome pink going on with these!! I love it!!!
So glad to have you move over to the DT release team!!

Christine Harrop said...

Pretty in pink! In fact - beautiful! I love the birdcage but I think maybe the first card is my favourite - by a whisker. Christine

Anonymous said...

Love the intricate work on your cards, and so pretty in pink!!

CherylQuilts said...

Cathy, these are both so GORGEOUS! I love the shade of pink, and they are both so beautifully embellished. What wonderful cards they will make for two special couples!! Hugs!

CherylQuilts said...

Cathy, these are both so GORGEOUS! I love the shade of pink, and they are both so beautifully embellished. What wonderful cards they will make for two special couples!! Hugs!

Regena said...

Both ur cards are gorgeous!!

Christine said...

What wonderful cards! Love the scripture verse and all the pink goodness you have added. TFS!

keeleykats said...

Cathy, Your cards are stunning! All the layers and attention to detail is incredible! Thank you for sharing!

Joan V said...

Wow, so pretty and creative. I love all the layers on both cards. Thanks for sharing.

Jean Bullock said...

So beautiful!!!!!

Sue D said...

Lovely cards--I like the dies you used.

Sandee Shanabrough said...

Cathy I absolutely love both of your cards!!! And they're both pink!!!! I love how you put the little birds on the flourish in the first card! And that little pink bow on the second is so perfect!!!! And I love how you did the birdcage in the background with the gingham!!!

Sarah Biswabic said...

Your cards are gorgeous! Love them!

Patsy B. said...

pretty inspirations!

Unknown said...

Totally awesome. Good thing I have numerous wedding cards to make so I don't have to choose...thanks for sharing!

Audrey Hiltke said...

Cathy - you are such a wonderful addition to this already fabulous Design Team - congratulations my friend!! I love your creativity - I can see your heart in both of these creations!
Blessings,
Audrey

Susan said...

Very nice and love those new sets.

scrappingnana said...

Gorgeous cards. Love all the details. TFS

Candy Meyers said...

Beautiful card. I love the flourish overlay,
Candy Meyers

Mickie said...

Both are beautiful. This is a nice set.

Sabrina Jackson said...

Oh my goodness, Cathy, I am gasping for air here! Both of your cards are absolutely breathtaking my friend! I might have to borrow those designs. :D Hugs and blessings, Sabrina

CanadianScraps43 said...

First of all Cathy I want to say that I love your blog header. Your dog is such a sweetheart that I want to kiss the face off him/her and wrap my arms around him and give him a big hug. What an adorable animal. Your so blessed. Second of all I want to say that your cards are totally stunning. Your design and skill is mastery in both creations, both revealing sheer elegance and femininity. To the layering and use of same colours, to placement of embellishments and embossing, just totally gorgeous creations. Thank you so much for sharing such fine work with us all. Hugs.

Betty said...

Love your card. The scripture is just right. And the wonderful pink. Betty

Janis said...

How lovely!! I am enchanted by the pink and black together along with your lovely details all through the cards.

Carol Hurlock said...

Oh be still my heart! Two beauties and both in pink. Love these pretty cards-they are excellent!
Bear Hugs,
Carol

Teri C said...

Gorgeous cards! Great job!

Saints Rule! said...

Amazing details... from the Versamark image on gingham to the rich pearl spray, these gems take my breath away! {{hugs}}

Conniecrafter said...

oh my they are both just stunning creations, such wonderful framing and the flower arrangement in the second is just lovely!

Tosha Leyendekker said...

I LOVE how you incorporated the birds with the flourishes in the the first, and your cage is stunning with the diecut background in the second!! Two very stunning beauties!!

D- said...

Very elegant cards. Love the pink & black and pink, black & white combos. TFS.
D~ dmcardmaker (AOL)
http://designsbydragonfly.blogspot.com

Lucy E. said...

Your cards are so gorgeous! I love the delicate pink with the black trim-so stunning!

Lucy E. said...

So Gorgeous! I love the pink and black together-it's so stunning! The layers are awesome,

Cindi said...

Love these cards. I especially love the pink and black, very elegant. TFS

Sherry said...

both are beautiful!! love all the die cuts on them!

Creative Crafter said...

Hi there - Love your design creativity. Blessisngs

Silke Ledlow said...

Cathy, both cards are just gorgeous! Hugs ~S~