Our Daily Bread Designs April blog hop...

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Hello everyone! Welcome to the April 1st Our Daily Bread designs new release Blog Hop! We are all so excited about the new sets and I know you will be too.  If you got here from Julie's blog, you are in the right place! If not, you might want to pop over to the Our Daily Bread designs Blog and start the hop from there!

The Hop will run from 8am EDT April 1 until 8pm EDT. April 2.  The winners will be announced on the ODBD Blog on Sun. April 3.  For this hop, there will be THREE Prizes of One Free Set (your choice), and  ONE GRAND PRIZE of THREE FREE SETS, YOUR CHOICE!

Here is what you need to do to be entered in the drawing:
  • Leave comments for each designer on each blog
  • Return to the ODBD Blog and leave a comment, telling us you completed the hop and noting any blogs you were unable to comment on.
  • Answer the question on the ODBD blog ( no need to answer it on all our blogs)
Since I have been in a simple kinda card mood lately I decided to make two fairly quick and easy cards to share with you today.  On the first one I used one of the smallest stamps from the Birds & Butterfly labels set as a little medallion and a scripture from Scripture Collections 5.  I cut out the medallion using my Grand Caliber and the Spellbinders labels 18 set which perfectly coordinates.  Basic Grey's Marjolaine designer paper went perfectly with some fun ribbon I picked up last week.

For my second card I went all manly with the Birch background and the Father's Day set.  Now my dad loves Moose and I know that I will be making his father's day card with this set for sure!  Once again I went for simple.  Simple, easy straight stamping, a bit of sponging, a scrap of ribbon and some brads.  My moose cut out with Spellbinders classic circles and layered on the ODBD fancy ovals.
Now you need to hop on over to visit Angie and see what loveliness she has to share with you today.

What I used:
Our Daily Bread Designs Father's Day, Birch background, Birds & Butterflies labels, Scripture Collection 5
SU whisper white, basic black, old olive, crumb cake, soft suede card stock
Basic Grey Marjolaine designer paper
Versafine black, Ranger brushed corduroy, SU baja breeze ink pads
Grand Caliber, Spellbinders classic circle, ODBD fancy oval, labels 18
Sizzix embossing folder
SU and Michael's ribbon,  SU brass brads, Recollections black glitter brads
sponge

Comments

Chris Olsen, Glowbug said…
What beautiful creations Debi!! I just love the bow and colors of the first paired with the layout and all the texture on the second. What a perfect masculine card.
hugs,
Chris
April 1, 2011 at 8:08 AM
Grace said…
Both of your cards are beautiful Debi! I love the little stamp from the birds and butterflies set... small enough to use in many ways and love the birch bg paired with the texture and colors of the second one! Beautiful creations!!!
April 1, 2011 at 8:23 AM
Kay said…
Two beautiful cards, I love the birds and butterflies labels. Thanks for sharing and a chance to win.
April 1, 2011 at 8:24 AM
Margarita said…
Beautiful cards. A very nice pairing of masculine elements and scriptures. Beautiful crfatsmanship. A pleasure to stop by your blog today.
April 1, 2011 at 8:26 AM
Tami B. said…
2 very nice cards. I love the Father's Day card with the birch background & moose stamps.
April 1, 2011 at 8:42 AM
Francie G. said…
Beautiful, Debi! Love the design and ribbon of the first, and the embossing of the masculine creation! Hugs!
April 1, 2011 at 8:42 AM
Unknown said…
Your cards are wonderful. I especially love the Father's Day card. Great use of the stamps.
April 1, 2011 at 8:48 AM
Beth Norman said…
Awesome work. I love the new Father's Day stamp and hope to buy it soon. Your ribbon on the top card is gorgeous.
April 1, 2011 at 8:53 AM
Rachel Brooks said…
Love your cards. It's so great to see really masculine images!
April 1, 2011 at 8:54 AM
Unknown said…
Love, love, love the first card. I'm usually a pink lacy sort of girl, but love the colors and ribbon - so different yet so striking.
April 1, 2011 at 8:55 AM
Anonymous said…
Love the moose card. Wish my dad were still with us so I could make one for him.
April 1, 2011 at 9:03 AM
perennial-mommy said…
This card is lovely! Simply beautiful. I love how the stamps coordinate with the die!
April 1, 2011 at 9:07 AM
Joyce said…
Masculine cards are challenging for me and you have made a wonderful one.
April 1, 2011 at 9:08 AM
Anonymous said…
These are cards. So good to see some male cards that are still really pretty.
Charlene
April 1, 2011 at 9:09 AM
Angella D. Crockett said…
Wow!!!! Both are so awesome!! I love how you designed the first one around that cool ribbon and I'm totally drooling over the "manly" card....I love every single thing about it! Blessings, Angie
April 1, 2011 at 9:11 AM
Vail's Creative Endeavors said…
Great cards especially to be able to give to a man. It's so hard to make masculine cards that look so good.
April 1, 2011 at 9:11 AM
Wanda Thomas said…
These are both awesome. And I love it when you bring in some of the older collections. Reminds me I need those! Thanks
April 1, 2011 at 9:12 AM
Anonymous said…
Wonderful cards and love the new stamp sets too. Thanks for sharing.
April 1, 2011 at 9:13 AM
Karen A said…
Love the simple designs and how the stamps and dies work so well together.
April 1, 2011 at 9:17 AM
Beth Ann said…
Beautiful cards. I love the colors. Thanks for sharing.
April 1, 2011 at 9:20 AM
cyndie2010 said…
What beautiful cards. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win.
April 1, 2011 at 9:25 AM
Deborah said…
You used one of my favorite verses on your first card, and I love the subtle, but distinct coloring of the lime and black.
April 1, 2011 at 9:28 AM
Marlena M. said…
Wow, both your cards are awesome. It is nice to see how big that birch background is! Manly cards are difficult to do....you did a great job. I also love the coordinating colors in the first card.
April 1, 2011 at 9:40 AM
Becky said…
Both of these are lovely. Wonderful simple designs.
April 1, 2011 at 9:44 AM
Anonymous said…
I love the simplicity as that is my kind of card. That is a new color combo for me but very pleasing.
Hugs, Jeanielou in PA
April 1, 2011 at 9:45 AM
Sarah Raines said…
Beautiful cards! I especially love the color scheme with the sweet new bird stamp. And great layouts!
April 1, 2011 at 9:46 AM
Anna said…
Loved your cards and the ribbon is perfect. The green on black looks so good.
April 1, 2011 at 9:55 AM
schnurse2004 said…
love both of the cards.. they are stunning..

tfs
April 1, 2011 at 9:55 AM
Becca Feeken said…
Oh Debi, you have been one busy woman!! Both are wonderful cards and you sure know how to do masculine, dear friend!! I could sure take a lesson or two on that (wink).
April 1, 2011 at 9:58 AM
Amanda said…
Oh wow! I love how you made two cards that are so different yet so amazing!! I really love the moose card for all the subtle colors :)
April 1, 2011 at 9:58 AM
bethann d said…
i struggle with guy cards, this is wonderful, both are beautiful
April 1, 2011 at 9:59 AM
Dawn said…
both are fabulous, Debi! I love the color combo/ribbon on that first one! awesome!
April 1, 2011 at 10:05 AM
Gretchen said…
Oh I love the moose card- always a good thing to have some "manly" stamps in the collection! Jus fabulous!!
April 1, 2011 at 10:29 AM
Evette K. said…
Oh Debi your cards are both so so good. Spellbinders dies are just the bomb aren't they? U did great gf.
April 1, 2011 at 10:36 AM
NancyD said…
You have shown us two very nice cards. I love the designs and especially that leafy ribbon.
April 1, 2011 at 10:37 AM
Rosemary said…
beautiful cards! i especially like the first one... the color combo is just fabulous!
April 1, 2011 at 10:45 AM
Candy Meyers said…
I love the idea of a simple card. These would be great for a man, and we all know they don't appreciate all the fru fru or work that goes into a card. Great ideas.
Candy Meyers
April 1, 2011 at 10:51 AM
Julie- justwritedesigns said…
These are both terrific, Debi! Love the colors and clean layouts. The dp really makes the image stand out on the first and your second is such a great masculine card. Wonderful, Debi!
April 1, 2011 at 10:53 AM
BuzzyBeeCottage said…
Love the Father's Day card. The colors are great for a masculine card.
April 1, 2011 at 10:55 AM
Catherine said…
Both cards are lovely! I love the fresh, clean look of the 1st - with the spring green and B&W. And the ribbon on that is gorgeous! Love the Birch (my fave tree) background on the second card. TFS!
April 1, 2011 at 10:56 AM
Barbara said…
I like both cards. It is good to a card to make for a man.
April 1, 2011 at 10:59 AM
Sherry Kushibab said…
That simple kinda card mood you were in produced two beautiful cards. Stunning ribbon on the first with the medallion and circle Spellbinders, and a great sentiment with the bird and butterfly set. Great colors on your fathers day card...hope your dad enjoys it.
April 1, 2011 at 11:00 AM
Becky E. said…
Both cards inspire me to get movin'. These special days will be here before we know it and I fully intend to be ready for them.
Thanks for lighting that fire under me.
April 1, 2011 at 11:02 AM
Sheila said…
Just love the cards. I love the colors of both of the cards. I always have trouble with the "guy" cards. I may have to save my pennies to get this set.
April 1, 2011 at 11:02 AM
Linda said…
I love your cards. Thank you for sharing your creativity.
April 1, 2011 at 11:03 AM
Chris R. said…
Love them both.
April 1, 2011 at 11:04 AM
madmummy said…
love them both...the "bird" medallion is lovely.
Jo
April 1, 2011 at 11:11 AM
Jennifer L said…
Thank you so much for sharing two simple but wonderfully designed cards. These would be wonderful for a card workshop! The ribbon and the paper did match up beautifully and the birch background is awesome for any masculine card! Blessings!
April 1, 2011 at 11:14 AM
Charlotte said…
Oh, my . . . nothing "simple" about either of these. They're both great! I love that image from the Birds & Butterflies label set! And, I love that moose, paired with the birch background and the embossing! Absolutely wonderful.
April 1, 2011 at 11:17 AM
Judy W. said…
Great cards! Love the birch background and colors on you manly card!
April 1, 2011 at 11:19 AM
Queen Mary said…
I love your cards and thanks for showing the bird label, I'm definitely ordering those!
April 1, 2011 at 11:22 AM
Elena C said…
Less is more...sometimes simple is a refreshing change...The two cards are great!!! Good job!!!
April 1, 2011 at 11:26 AM
Karen Wedding said…
Very nice cards. I especially like the father's day card. I like the crocodile background strip.
April 1, 2011 at 11:27 AM
June Pegram said…
I love when you can view how one layout can be used over and over and deliver a completely new vision! Great.
April 1, 2011 at 11:35 AM
Darlene Gabriel said…
Love your cards. I can't wait to get that birds and butterfly labels set. Your masculine card is wonderful too. You've showcased the new stamps so beautifully.
April 1, 2011 at 11:47 AM
Lucy said…
Thanks so much! I enjoy the elegant simplicity of your work; it helps to showcase the stamps; it makes it easy for us to case!
April 1, 2011 at 11:52 AM
Taylor said…
Debi, I think both cards are absolutely lovely!!
April 1, 2011 at 11:58 AM
Angela Toucan said…
2 incredible cards, I love your style
April 1, 2011 at 12:01 PM
charlene said…
Love the cards perfect for amale!
April 1, 2011 at 12:04 PM
Anonymous said…
Lovely work! Love the clean, crispness of each and the use of the ribbon and textures. Lovely work! Jan E. (Janaria)
April 1, 2011 at 12:14 PM
Anonymous said…
Debi
I love both of your cards! Moose are favorties of mine but I generally use them only in December. It's lovely to see your moose on a Fathers Day Card.
I especially love your first card too. One of my favorite Psalms and it is perfect with the Birds and Butterfly stamp!
Cindy C
April 1, 2011 at 12:15 PM
TN Granny said…
I always love help with masuline cards and this birch background is amazing. Thank you for the two beautiful cards your simple is amazing in my book.
April 1, 2011 at 12:20 PM
Bobbi said…
These are two great cards. Love the moose.
April 1, 2011 at 12:29 PM
sandyh said…
love both cards, but especially the moose card, colors are great!
sandyh
April 1, 2011 at 12:29 PM
Barb P. said…
Very nice cards. Thanks for the masculine inspiration.
April 1, 2011 at 12:31 PM
bernietom47 said…
These are both lovely. So nice to see masculine cards, like others I find them so difficult to make. I love the Father's Day card with the birch background & moose stamps.
Blessings Bernie
April 1, 2011 at 12:32 PM
PatS said…
These masculine cards are so awesome. What an inspiration for Father's Day!
April 1, 2011 at 12:38 PM
ellepaulette said…
What wonderful cards!! I love them!!
April 1, 2011 at 12:40 PM
Cheryl W. said…
These cards may be simple but the Spellbinders die cuts add a wonderful touch of elegance. TFS!
April 1, 2011 at 12:46 PM
Mari K. said…
Both cards are lovely, I especially like the DP and the ribbon on the first one you shared.
April 1, 2011 at 12:59 PM
christi said…
both of your cards are nice and simple to do. i like to see things that are simple as well as the fancy ones. nice to see a mans card here and there too.
April 1, 2011 at 1:02 PM
snowbear said…
I LOVE that moose... it's perfect on that card... great colors as well.. i needed a good father's day idea!
April 1, 2011 at 1:04 PM
Judy Hall said…
The manly card is magnificent. I love the moose and the textures.
April 1, 2011 at 1:15 PM
stampencamper said…
I love this card, so much.
such lovely creativity, great new images, and just a 'eye popping appeal card'
April 1, 2011 at 1:17 PM
Sharlene L. said…
My these are just gorgeous cards. Love the one with the moose.
April 1, 2011 at 1:44 PM
Dianne said…
The cards are nice. I liked how you mixed the shapes on card 2.
April 1, 2011 at 2:09 PM
Kathryn said…
Even though you said they were "simple" cards they still took a lot of thought and planning. I love them both!!
April 1, 2011 at 2:20 PM
JR Swoboda said…
Great cards. Always like to see things that work for men too.
April 1, 2011 at 2:22 PM
Ann G's crafts said…
Like your neutral colors. This would be a nice card to give to a guy.
April 1, 2011 at 2:26 PM
Donna D said…
Beautiful cards. Thanks for sharing with us!
April 1, 2011 at 2:30 PM
Laura (sandytoz) said…
Very nice masculine cards!
April 1, 2011 at 2:37 PM
Jan Castle said…
Great cards....and I have to do a 'man' card today...thanks for sharing your designs!
Jan
April 1, 2011 at 2:41 PM
Anonymous said…
Very pretty cards, nice masculine card. Mary l Schreiber
April 1, 2011 at 2:48 PM
Judy Kulm said…
Great cards. Sometimes I tend to make them to fussy.
April 1, 2011 at 3:13 PM
wendy G said…
Love the birch background stamp and the texture of the embossed paper. Cute moose!
April 1, 2011 at 3:24 PM
Anonymous said…
No Aprils fool joke here, these cards a wonderful. Barb F
April 1, 2011 at 3:39 PM
Lynne said…
Male cards are so hard to do and these really fill the bill. Labels 18 seems to be a real favorite and the stamp for inside it is a must have.
April 1, 2011 at 3:49 PM
Lynne said…
Debi - Both of your cards are great - it is so hard to make masculine cards and these are really great - especially like the moose one! Thanks for sharing.
April 1, 2011 at 4:08 PM
Carpenters said…
The colors of these cards are wonderful! Thanks for sharing.
April 1, 2011 at 4:16 PM
Kathy said…
Your cards are beautiful! Very innovative..love, love, love them!
April 1, 2011 at 4:17 PM
Anonymous said…
Great guy Cards...thank you
April 1, 2011 at 4:22 PM
Mary said…
Thank you for these great guy cards
April 1, 2011 at 4:23 PM
normajeanr50 said…
Debi, your cards are so pretty. I love both of them. Thanks for your inspiration and sharing your creativity.
April 1, 2011 at 4:32 PM
Brenda said…
I love your cards - both of them are awesome! And I really liked the sentiments!
April 1, 2011 at 4:35 PM
Santaread said…
Both cards are beautiful but I especially like the masculine card.
April 1, 2011 at 4:49 PM
Anonymous said…
Thanks for sharing.Love your cards.
April 1, 2011 at 4:50 PM
Cheryl said…
Love both cards, but I especially like the colors you used on the first card (green, gray, black and white). Thanks
April 1, 2011 at 4:57 PM
Judi said…
Both cards are very nice. I love your Father's Day card with the birch background. I love the masculine colors,
April 1, 2011 at 5:08 PM
Sherry said…
both of your cards beautiful, however I really like the second one
April 1, 2011 at 5:10 PM
Wendy Ogden West said…
I love the colors on your cards.
April 1, 2011 at 5:18 PM
Maryellen Webbet said…
I love the scripture quote on the
first card. The second card is
wonderful too!
April 1, 2011 at 5:24 PM
Jeanne J. said…
I love the moose card. You don't see too many masuculine cards - LOVED yours!!
April 1, 2011 at 5:30 PM
schmidtrv said…
Both of your cars are great. wonderful colors.
Vicky Schmidt
April 1, 2011 at 5:35 PM
Susan said…
Super cards Debi -- I love the ribbon you used on your first card -- it just makes it! The birch tree background on the second card is lovely. It is always hard to make masculine cards and yours works so well.
April 1, 2011 at 5:43 PM
Anonymous said…
good work! Thanks for sharing!
April 1, 2011 at 5:46 PM
Peachy Wessels said…
Your cards are beautiful!
April 1, 2011 at 5:48 PM
Anonymous said…
I love both of your cards...but especially the birch background. I know your dad will love a card like this!
Diana Walsh
April 1, 2011 at 5:54 PM
jean wilson said…
Both your cards are great! Love the labels and the Father's Day one is just right for a Dad!
April 1, 2011 at 5:58 PM
Barbie D. said…
Both of your cards are gorgeous. To me less is always more and I love the simplicity of both cards.
April 1, 2011 at 6:07 PM
Fonda said…
It's so refreshing to see masculine style cards. Don't get me wrong, I love all the frilly girlie ones too.
April 1, 2011 at 6:18 PM
Judy A said…
I really like the scripture and colors you choose for the first card. But I also like the texture you used on the masculine card. TFS.
April 1, 2011 at 6:27 PM
Babs Y. said…
How beautiful. And I like the simplicity.
April 1, 2011 at 6:31 PM
Cindy Lou said…
Your cards are so nice, I like to go simple at some points as well. Both cards are striking, but the masculine card really caught my eye. Very well done, thanks for sharing!
April 1, 2011 at 6:35 PM
Barbara said…
Love the masculine card. We can always use more of those
April 1, 2011 at 6:40 PM
SavedbyGrace said…
Your cards are beautiful. I especially love the one for your dad. Treasure all the moments with him, they will be precious memories someday. My daddy would have loved a homemade card from me. Thank you. Iris, Saved by Grace
April 1, 2011 at 6:51 PM
Elizabeth said…
Debi, both of these cards ar great! I really like the first one. The little label is really cool! And the colors! Not my style, but I like them. You've inspired me to go a little farther outside my comfort zone!
April 1, 2011 at 6:53 PM
Karen said…
I just love the masculine card!
And the ribbon on the first one is beautiful too.
April 1, 2011 at 7:08 PM
kiwimeskreations said…
Beautiful cards, Deb - i am also on a 'simple card' run at the moment, so appreciate these no end. The colours on the first card are amazing, and the texture in the second card really finishes it beautifully.
April 1, 2011 at 7:16 PM
Patricia said…
Debi, both of your cards are wonderful!! Perfect for any father on Father's Day!! I think my favorite is the first one, I really love that ribbon!!
April 1, 2011 at 7:23 PM
Jan Keen said…
I love both your cards.....awesome!! JanK
April 1, 2011 at 7:24 PM
Kath said…
such a cool Manly card.
April 1, 2011 at 7:41 PM
Anne said…
I love the ribbon on your first card. You have helped me out for a birthday card for a man. The man I am sending this birthday card to probably does not know what a moose is (city boy) so I will substitute a sail boat.
April 1, 2011 at 7:59 PM
Susan said…
Great card and love the colors.
April 1, 2011 at 8:00 PM
CraftinGranny said…
Beautiful cards and so inspirational. "Hugs" Carol
April 1, 2011 at 8:12 PM
lstroker300 said…
These are both very masculine cards and very nice. Great color combos.
April 1, 2011 at 8:13 PM
patonslake said…
I enjoy seeing how different artists use the stamps and dies. Love it.
April 1, 2011 at 8:14 PM
Bertha W said…
Loved both cards but my favorite was the Moose card - always looking for new "man" cards. Thanks!
April 1, 2011 at 8:17 PM
Peggy said…
Wonderful Bible verse and beautiful card. The Father's Day card is also great.
God bless,
PeggyS
April 1, 2011 at 8:20 PM
Robyn said…
great message in the quotes
thanks for sharing
April 1, 2011 at 8:36 PM
Mary Roberson said…
I'm so glad to see some masculine designs. You put a lot of thought into these cards to make sure that they have nice touches, but that they are not too frilly.
hmheartfelt(at)yahoo.com
April 1, 2011 at 8:37 PM
Kathy Billings said…
Both csrds are gorgeous. I have trouble with Man Cards. This one is beautiful.
April 1, 2011 at 8:41 PM
Melody (lacyquilter) said…
These are wonderful. I love that birch background.
April 1, 2011 at 9:12 PM
Anonymous said…
Love both cards and great color combos.

Sandy Duley
April 1, 2011 at 9:19 PM
fishsmom said…
nice background...great ribbon!
April 1, 2011 at 9:20 PM
Sharon Peele said…
Debi, both of your cards are gorgeous!! You chose the perfect colors for a masculine style cards!! Wonderful job!!1
April 1, 2011 at 9:28 PM
Unknown said…
Wonderful cards! I always have a hard time with cards for men... yours are fabulous!
April 1, 2011 at 9:28 PM
Anonymous said…
Great cards particularly the moose. Thanks for sharing. Jo4Him
April 1, 2011 at 9:33 PM
craftymom205 said…
Love your cards. Great color combo on the first one.

craftymom205 at yahoo dot com
April 1, 2011 at 9:48 PM
Sue D said…
Both cards are fabulous!
April 1, 2011 at 9:57 PM
gram cheryl said…
I love both your card but especially "Create in me..." a special verse I often use in my quiet time.
April 1, 2011 at 10:00 PM
Rachel said…
Just Gorgeous!!!
April 1, 2011 at 10:28 PM
cvrdhinlo@yahoo.com said…
Your designs are inspiring, yet warm. I really like your color schemes.

Loretta
April 1, 2011 at 10:30 PM
Anonymous said…
Very nice cards. I soooooo enjoy these new stamp sets.
Jean McGee
April 1, 2011 at 10:41 PM
Georgee said…
Wondrful color palettes. Love the masculine card. They are always the hardest for me! Thanks for sharing!
April 1, 2011 at 10:43 PM
Barbara Jay said…
Both card are lovely. I especially like the first one with the Birds and Butterflies labels
April 1, 2011 at 10:54 PM
Connie M. said…
Debi! I so love both of your cards! The ribbon on your first is just amazing, and I love the beautiful moose with the ribbon tag...the perfect touch!
April 1, 2011 at 11:00 PM
Chrisd said…
Both of your cards are great and that moose card with the details really is nothing like I have yet. Another item for my wish list.
April 1, 2011 at 11:14 PM
janey said…
Your cards are very nicely balanced and I really enjoyed the ribbons. Very pretty cards - even the 'manly' one.
April 1, 2011 at 11:19 PM
Waipahu CBDO dba Waipahu Community Coalition said…
Such a classy look to the 1st card. Great rustic feel to the fathers day card. Great work. Tfs
April 1, 2011 at 11:19 PM
kngwd89 said…
Both cards are stunning! Sure do like the birch background! LeAnn
April 2, 2011 at 12:08 AM
Betty said…
Guy cards are so hard for me and these give me inspiration. Thanks for sharing.
April 2, 2011 at 12:26 AM
Heather said…
I really love the way you all take care of our wonderful men. They don't get enough credit in the store bought world. All the topics are either dead stupid or disgusting.
On the other hand, yours are uplifting and honorable. Bravo!
April 2, 2011 at 12:40 AM
Unknown said…
I really like your cards especially the father"s day card...the colors and texture used
April 2, 2011 at 1:09 AM
luvthatstampin said…
Both cards are great, but I have to have the moose set. I have a summer cabin in WY and I have moose meander through the back yard. I love them!
April 2, 2011 at 1:16 AM
Anonymous said…
"Create in me a clean heart", words to one of my favorite songs. Nice to know that it is in a stamp. Thanks for sharing.
April 2, 2011 at 1:17 AM
E. Marie said…
Both your cards are so pretty. Great use of these new stamps. I really like the little fold of ribbon on the left side of the Father's Day card. What a great way to add a bit of ribbon without making it look to "girlie"
April 2, 2011 at 1:23 AM
Unknown said…
I love these cards. the 1st one is my favorite of the two but they are both wonderful.
April 2, 2011 at 1:31 AM
Casmiles said…
Both cards are wonderful. I love the color and paper blocking on the first one!
April 2, 2011 at 2:27 AM
Natalie said…
A couple of WOW(!) cards here Debi, beautifully done!!
April 2, 2011 at 2:32 AM
Anonymous said…
There is always beauty in simplicity and both of these cards are beautiful! Love the stamped sayings and the color combinations you chose.
April 2, 2011 at 2:50 AM
Anonymous said…
THANK YOU SO MUCH for the beautiful masculine cards. I can say BEAUTIFUL can't I??!! :)
Always love ideas for men cards!

Carol Froehlich
April 2, 2011 at 2:57 AM
rush said…
one the first card, i really like that printed ribbon. on the second card, the textured paper is a real plus.
April 2, 2011 at 2:59 AM
Linda said…
Linda F. said...
Thank you for sharing your ideas. I loved the ribbon on the first card. I also enjoyed the simplicity of both cards. I like the new bird and butterfly stamps; simple, but elegant.
April 2, 2011 at 3:13 AM
Viki Banaszak said…
I love, love, love your cards!
April 2, 2011 at 3:41 AM
NYtina112 said…
Your cards are beautiful. I appreciate the idea for Father's Day! Thank you!
April 2, 2011 at 6:00 AM
Stampvanwinkle said…
Your cards are just lovely Debi. I love the simplicity of them yet they are so elegant.

Hugs,
DEb
April 2, 2011 at 6:16 AM
Sheila said…
Your cards are a big hit with me. Very eye appealing.
April 2, 2011 at 6:43 AM
Tanja said…
These cards are really lovely, I like the colour combos of each and that fancy leaf ribbon!
April 2, 2011 at 6:50 AM
Auntie Em said…
Both of your cards are lovely. The green and black is so elegant. The masculine one has so many great textures and details with out being overwhelming.
Thanks for sharing! :)
April 2, 2011 at 7:04 AM
imsteelefullofscrap said…
Both of your cards turned out beautiful
April 2, 2011 at 8:08 AM
Luv 2 Create said…
Debi,
Two fabulous cards. I love the classic lines and colors of the first card and all the texture of the second.
Marcie
April 2, 2011 at 9:11 AM
Unknown said…
Love the cards....... especially the moose
April 2, 2011 at 9:17 AM
Irene said…
Love your cards--they are beautiful. Thanks for using the birch background; I was wondering how it would translate to a card...it is lovely!
April 2, 2011 at 9:33 AM
Designing with Debbie said…
I love your cards. Green is my favorite color so anything with green in it is ok in my book.

p.s I love your quote at the bottom of your blog
April 2, 2011 at 9:58 AM
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April 2, 2011 at 10:02 AM
Chrissy D said…
Oh both are gorgeous creations!
April 2, 2011 at 10:16 AM
Dee said…
I love the color combinations! The ribbon on the first card is beautiful.
April 2, 2011 at 10:17 AM
Judie Ryman said…
Gotta LOVE the way you used your ribbon! That leaf ribbon is just the sweetest and what a great touch! Thanks so much...
April 2, 2011 at 10:24 AM
Glenda said…
Two beautiful cards. The colorful paper and ribbon lets the simplicity of the birds and butterflies as well as the sentiment stand out as they should.
You did a wonderful job with the birch background and couldn't have shown it off better - love it!

Glenda
April 2, 2011 at 10:49 AM
GrannieR said…
The B & B label is just gorgeous...and paired up with one of my favorite scriptures! Both cards are amazing!
April 2, 2011 at 11:21 AM
Ratty Hugs said…
Both cards are lovely. Great colors & layering.
~C8>
April 2, 2011 at 11:24 AM
Marie D. said…
I loved both of the cards. Very interesting color combination.
April 2, 2011 at 11:46 AM
Kim P said…
These are both fantastic! I love that verse from Psalm 51 in the first card...and that soft,small silhouette image looks great with your printed ribbon!
April 2, 2011 at 11:59 AM
Sarah Stainback said…
What great cards. I always like black and white
April 2, 2011 at 12:18 PM
DottyA Cards & Things said…
Always looking for ideas for good masculine cards, and this one is a must! Very will done! Love the first one too, these new stamps are the best!
April 2, 2011 at 1:16 PM
Anonymous said…
Loved your colour scheme! So very Pacific Northwest at the moment,too and very fresh looking!
April 2, 2011 at 2:21 PM
Sara Mac said…
Two great cards! I love the ribbon you chose on the first card. The second card has great texture and colors.
April 2, 2011 at 2:28 PM
Liz said…
I love how simple you can make these two cards and that there is more for the "male" card
April 2, 2011 at 2:51 PM
LaDawn said…
Great cards. Even though they are easy they are very pretty. With 2 children many times I choose the easy cards just because of time.
April 2, 2011 at 3:08 PM
peacefulgardens said…
Beautiful ideas and very creative. Amazing details. Thank you.
April 2, 2011 at 3:24 PM
Karen said…
I really love the leaves on the ribbon with the birds.
April 2, 2011 at 3:36 PM
mamaduck said…
The 2 cards that you made are beautiful.
April 2, 2011 at 4:09 PM
shelleyjwilliams said…
I love the green and grey scheme. Wonderful art, so talented. The one with the moose is nice too. Love the colors and the cards.
April 2, 2011 at 4:27 PM
chaun said…
Love the subtle colors!
April 2, 2011 at 4:56 PM
April said…
very nice cards1 My husband would love the moose. He is a big game hunter and loves the outdoors. I love the colors on both cards.
April 2, 2011 at 5:32 PM
Traci S. said…
Wow! Such beautiful, and different types of cards. I love how that bird image came out on the first card...and LOVE that SCRIPTURE...one of the first I learned as a Christian. I love the colors in your ribbon/bow along with the dp!

The second card is such a wonderful nature lover's card...and masculine card! I really like the image alone with the trees next to it! That is beautiful with the label behind the moose. The Embossing Folder worked lovely...wish I knew which one it was. This whole card is a delight!

Thank you for sharing them!

He IS Able,
Traci S.
April 2, 2011 at 6:08 PM
Dianne said…
Great cards. Very masculine, thanks for sharing. Dianne
April 2, 2011 at 6:17 PM
Dianne said…
Great looking cards and colour combinations. Dianne
April 2, 2011 at 6:21 PM
Robyn said…
What wonderful work you do Debi. I love visiting your blogg!
April 2, 2011 at 6:39 PM
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