Friday, January 11, 2013

Verve Release Hop: No Matter What



Welcome to Verve's No Matter What Hop! Today we're releasing a lovely little set that you might have spied during Verve's Thanksgiving weekend sale. It's officially available for sale now, along with three brand new color collections of seam binding! There's a lot of eye candy today, so hop along with us for a chance to win some brand new Verve!

Prizes? Of course! We're picking THREE mystery blogs from today's hop to select a random commenter to win No Matter What plus one of our three new collections of ribbon (the Truly Madly DeeplyStormy Skies and Signature Ribbon Collections)! So be sure to give a little shout-out in the comment section as you hop around to each blog on the list. Winners will be drawn from all of the comments on the mystery blogs. 

Check out the Verve Blog for all the prize details and deadlines.


1. Julee7. Amy
2. Laurie8. Andrea
3. Maureen9. Betty
4. Teresa10. Charmaine
5. Tosh11. Janelle
6. Amber12. Jen d.

I have a major crush on the super fun bitty bags, which are perfect for gift cards or small sweet treats, such as a Ghirardelli chocolate square. For today's project, I've combined the trendy gray chevron bitty bag with the elegance of seam binding (from the beautiful Truly, Madly, Deeply collection) and bling. The "Love Always" sentiment from No Matter What is stamped on a Tiny Sweet Scallop tag and the darling "no matter what" (love!) is just a sentiment flag adorned with some big ol' red bling. To help the doily pop, I added a dark gray Classy Label die underneath.

Before I go, it's true, this is my last post as a Verve Diva for a while. I recently decided to step down from most of my design teams. A huge thank-you to Julee for the wonderful privilege of being a Diva and to my fellow Divas for their friendship and inspiration. Goodbyes are hard, so I'll keep this one short and sweet.

Hugs,


81 comments:

Desire Fourie said...

Amy this is beautiful. Love all those textures at the top.
Hugs
Desíre
{Doing Life – my personal blog}

Diana Nguyen said...

I would love itty bitty bags too if you decorated them like that and put chocolate in them! :) Super cute - thanks for all the Verve goodness you've shared over the years. You're very inspiring. Hope all is well!

Cindi said...

Adorable bag! I love the colors. Thanks for all the inspiration.

Danielle Daws said...

Oh my goodness, how beautiful! I love how you've clustered the embellishments!

Gregsgirl's crafty corner said...

such a sweet little bag!

~Tammy~ said...

I have to say I have a soft crush on them too! :-) This is such a darling bag! I love the doily and the twine! Perfect embellishing for the sweet tag!

Kathy said...

What a darling little treat bag. Love the way you did the doily over the top, such a pretty touch.

cm said...

SWEET little treat bags; a wonderful canvas to showcase the new releases! All the best in your future endeavours; you'll be missed as part of the Verve DT! Thank you for sharing.

Cheryl said...

A little bitty bag can pack a big punch. This is beautiful! All the best to you as you move on to other adventures!

Sherry said...

wow great idea love the folded doily and the paper you used..thanks for sharing it.

scrappingnana said...

This is so adorable. Love the embellishments. Will miss you as a Verve Diva. I really enjoy your blog and all the inspiration you share. Thank you.

Unknown said...

Thanks for the inspiration. I'm going to have to try this! Blessings!

Laura Cox {aka scrapaddict} said...

This is just adorable! Will miss your being a Verve Diva....always come to your blog when I need inspiration!!! Best to you in any and everything you decide to do!

My Studio Voice said...

Love the bright red with the white, gray and black on this card. Very pretty.

Rhonda said...

Amy I will miss your Verve inspiration. A darling card. Love the colors and details.

Lynn Noe said...

What a fabulous treat bag! I love the bright red ribbon against the white and gray. Those sentiments are wonderful! I sure do wish you the best in your new ventures! Change is good and necessary. God Bless You.

Marisa said...

Love those big chevrons and the big red bow. Darling tag to match. Sorry to see you stepping down, but know life has seasons and I know your decision was not made lightly. Hugest of ((hugs)) to you!!

Wanda Cullen said...

This itty bag is so adorable with just the perfect amount of embellishments! You have such a gift aka talent with combining elements to create amazing paper projects! I'm saddened to see you leave the DT, but totally understand life has demands on us other than stamping! :-) I'll miss you!

Darlene Gabriel said...

I enjoy seeing your wonderful creations. I'm sorry to see you go but I will check in here often still.
Your itty bitty bag is so pretty. Love the seam binding bow.

Dana D. said...

Adorable. Love the pops of red.

Petra Swart said...

Such a sweet little bag!! Love it!
Thanks for all the lovely work your shared with us while you were part of the Verve DT. All of the best for the future and happy crafting!!

jan farnworth said...

so pretty.

Sari said...

This is beautiful, love your blog.

Unknown said...

such beautiful work, love it, so much inspiration :)

Anonymous said...

Your card is beautiful. I love the pops of red on the white, black, and gray. Thanks for all the lovely Verve inspiration - best wishes in all you do!

Miriam Prantner said...

Love this! What a great combination of elements, from the die, to the doily, to the bag, to the ribbon, etc. Just so sweet!

Heather said...

What gorgeous packaging for a little gift! Love that stunning bow! You will be missed as we hop around on future Verve hops. Thanks for sharing your talents with us.

Ravengirl said...

I'm loving your sweet packaging. Goodbyes are hard...so let's just say you have been an incredible inspiration in my own crafting journey!

Confessions of a Paperholic said...

I love the use of color and texture. Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for the inspiration.

Lucy Newton said...

Beautiful card!!!

Lynn Good said...

Adorable card. Love the colours

taraklaassen said...

Nice card. I like the red and grey together!

Julie M said...

Such beautiful work, Amy. I love those grey chevrons (thought it was a stamped tag at first view!) and the grey/white/red colour scheme is really striking.

I am sad to see you taking a step back from papercrafting for now, I've only recently discovered your blog and you've really inspired me, but priorities have to be reassessed from time to time, and I look forward to seeing what inspires you next!

Julie

Karen Wedding said...

Wow! That red ribbon really pops on the card. Looks perfect. Sorry to hear you're leaving us. We'll miss you.

Unknown said...

I just love that your embellishments go "outside the lines." Beautiful!

keysha said...

Adorable treat bags!!

Rosemary said...

super cute little treat bag!

Morag said...

Such a cute idea and so well executed!

Linda Carson said...

Oh that's too creative! Forget the chocolate...the bag is a gift all itself! Verve is going to miss you but we'll still come visit!

elf1023 said...

Tis is beautiful, lots of color,and texture.

McStamper said...

Love the doily and ribbon.

Kathy Sheely said...

great card! I love how you did the top!!

Becky Sorensen said...

Beautiful. Love how you pretty up the bitty bags.

Luanne said...

Awesome Amy. That's what I call you, you know? I'll miss your Verve posts! You have brought so much inspiration into my life, and I can't thank you enough! Many blessings to you!

Kris B said...

Another amazing card Amy! Thanks for sharing your talent with us!

Bonnie said...

The red makes such a beautiful accent.

Anonymous said...

so cute - thanks for sharing your creative Verve talents with us!

Christine said...

Your treat bag is darling! Your blog shows up in my "top sites" folder. I always find your work to be inspiring and to have that "special touch" of creativity. Hope you will continue to post on your blog and that you will be specially blessed as you pursue other activities and other forms of art.

Sue D said...

Very pretty treat bag and sorry you are stepping down--I always enjoy your Verve projects.

Unknown said...

Really cute! Sorry to see you leaving Verve, I really like your cards.

craftymom205 said...

Love the treat bags.

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Karen Day said...

Super sweet project, Amy!

Alex King said...

Beautiful card, thanks for the inspiration!

Beverly Perdue said...

Amy, you have an amazing talent! You will be missed at Verve! Love the treat bag!

Kim Warne said...

Love your bitty bag...so many pretty layers!

Lisa Lynn said...

Your bag is adorable. Sorry to hear you are stepping down, you are so creative so you will be greatly missed! Best wishes!

FeedYourSoulArt said...

OOhh love the ribbon and bling! Thanks for sharing, Kat

pam said...

embellies are cute cute cute!

Tina said...

Crazy cute!

tammy said...

Amy!!
A bettersweet time---but a time in which you have taken a step closer to becoming the woman in which the Lord has created you to be:) You'll be missed, but change is good:) Your bitty sacks are super cute and thank you for allowing me to glean form you and your giftings:) be blessed
~Beyond Measure
tammy
www.urbeyondmeasure.com

Jody Thompson said...

What a sweet little bag! Who wouldn't want to receive that!

Tammie Koehnen said...

Lovely Valentine's day gift bag Amy. Love everything little thing about it. I have always loved all of your creations over the years. You are so talented and hope you always continue making cards. You are truly an inspiration! Blessing to you. :)

Annheidel said...

Sweet gift bag!

Barbara H said...

The cutest tiny bag and the ribbon is beautiful. Good luck in your new endeavor(s). Thanks for letting me hop along.

Big Mamma~ a.k.a. Mary S said...

At first I thought it was a card so beautifully done but after reading I see you created a master piece in a bag. Adorable!

Debbie Adams said...

Your card is just awesommmme! Love the gray with black and red just pops. I need to win me some Verve stamps. lol

Joyce McIntosh said...

what a beautiful bag. i love the colors and the crystal button really brings it together. i will miss all your great designs.

Tammy Hanson said...

Love, love ,love the doily accent. Very sweet combo.

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Teresa said...

great card!

Myoriah said...

I love the chevron bitty bag and the red bling really makes this.

kanatanewf said...

So sad to hear you are stepping down as a Verve Diva - but you are definitely going out in style with this card!

Charmaine (CharmWarm) said...

Just gorgeous, Amy! LOve your little treat pouch! So sad to see you go! I will miss you! :(

Sarina Coffin said...

Stunning! I love you incorporated the doily, it all looks amazing. Great work!

Stacey Schafer said...

so lovely, Amy! fabulous pop of red!

SueB said...

Your cards are always an inspiration to me and this one's no different. Here's wishing you the best in your future endeavors! Thanx for the inspiration and blog candy opp!

HawaiianLibrarian said...

Your itty bitty bag is the best w/ all that goodness layered on top. Mahalo for sharing.

Heidi said...

Amy I love how this card is focused on the top vs in the middle. So cute and different.

dj said...

what an adorable little baggie!! Love the color combination and the topper is just fantastic!! You will be missed in the Verve Diva land but your inspiration will continue to catch my eye as I spot you out there in the blog-a-sphere!!

ScrappyKsue said...

This is so pretty. I love the colors you used.

cghundley said...

Quite the little bag! Great work
on embellishing it.
Carla from Utah