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Monday, February 10, 2014

QUEEN OF HEARTS- FIND YOURSELF A CUP

Welcome to the Queen of Hearts Event!
Here is my contribution!
The friendliness and caring felt in THIS stamped phrase, brings an image to mind, of a shared pot of tea, and warm conversation. A jar of tea, makes a great little gift. Not over the top like a Ferrari with a big bow, but something that implies warmth and caring.
As you can see, the band around the jar, has layers of DESIGNER PAPER, matting the stamped sentiment. I used SPELLBINDERS NESTIBILITIES LABELS SIX to cut the paper layers.
Designer paper and the SENTIMENTon the glass insert is enough for the lid.
I hope this simply done gift jar inspires you- so many sweet gifts can be given in a jar, any time of year, and any occasion. Or better yet, no occasion at all- just because.
 
Here is our Blog Hop Schedule and the dates each designer will be posting (Click on each person's
name to go to their blog):

Feb 10 - Holly and Teresa
Feb 11- Sherry and Jutta
Feb 12 - Wendy and Terre
Feb 13 - Yogi and Robyn 
Feb 14 - Suzanne and Wanda

For a chance to win….
Leave a comment below before midnight PST February 14, 2014. A winner will be randomly chosen
from my list of comments and your name will be posted on February 15, 2014.
For more details AND to enter in the Queen of Hearts Challenge, please visit
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63 comments:

  1. Christine HarropFebruary 10, 2014 at 12:22 AM

    What a lovely idea for a little gift. As you say this can be for any occasion, or none at all. I love it. Christine

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  2. Debbie K.February 10, 2014 at 1:53 AM

    This is so sweet! Love the sentiment. Such a thoughtful gift.

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2014 at 3:38 AM

    Eileen L. said...
    Love the sentiment, how inviting. I could settle in and chat for hours. Let me grab my cup...... Great idea.

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  4. christiFebruary 10, 2014 at 4:04 AM

    what a stunning and thoughtful gift idea. I love homemade things. very homey presentation.

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  5. ColleenFebruary 10, 2014 at 4:56 AM

    I love this idea in a jar. You could put anything in this jar, the possibilities are endless.

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  6. CraftyJoFebruary 10, 2014 at 6:00 AM

    Who needs a Ferrari anyway? ;) I love the idea as much as I love a cup of tea.

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  7. RobynFebruary 10, 2014 at 6:14 AM

    I'm inspiried!!!Think I'll go get a cuppa and do some die cutting and stamping!
    thanks Holly!

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    1. Karen G RatcliffeFebruary 10, 2014 at 6:23 AM

      The jar with the tea is so fitting with the verse!! Love what you did with it. I do teas for my friends and this gives me great ideas. Awesome job! Karen

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2014 at 7:09 AM

    Great idea. I have loads of mason jars and what a great way to use them. Recycling and gifting all in one package.

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  9. wendyFebruary 10, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    Cute idea. I like that it is not "over the top:". Simple is often better.

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  10. TeresaFebruary 10, 2014 at 7:21 AM

    What a beautiful sentiment and what a cute idea Holly... thanks for sharing with all of us :)

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  11. Saundra A.February 10, 2014 at 7:37 AM

    Great idea and I have the stamp! As said before, it could be used many different ways with another stamp or even hand written or typed sentiment if you do not have a stamp, though I have many. There is a way to use for most holidays or occasions. Thanks for a wonderful use for jars Holly.

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  12. MargFebruary 10, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    What a wonderful gift idea. I have tea with a friend every week and we just sit and chat and chat over a cup or two of tea. she would love this.

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  13. UnknownFebruary 10, 2014 at 7:57 AM

    What a great idea!!! Will keep that one in mind. Thanks for sharing.

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  14. UnknownFebruary 10, 2014 at 7:57 AM

    What a great idea!!! Will keep that one in mind. Thanks for sharing.

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  15. LafinsolFebruary 10, 2014 at 8:00 AM

    What a sweet way to use an old jar and make it into something lovely...love the dp in the jar lid with the sentiment layered on top...awesome.

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  16. PatFebruary 10, 2014 at 8:15 AM

    Great idea for sharing with a friend. Thank you.

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  17. I'm a Little TeapotFebruary 10, 2014 at 8:18 AM

    What a wonderful gift idea! There is nothing like sharing a tea with a friend...and every friend would love this lovely jar of tea!

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  18. SherylHFebruary 10, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    I have always liked that particular sentiment as it reminds me of a long-time friend and the tea we would drink together. I really like your use of designer paper and diecuts to highlight this project.

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  19. YogiFebruary 10, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    cute idea. Have ag reat day

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  20. Judy McKayFebruary 10, 2014 at 9:50 AM

    Holly, I love your project. Great gift idea. Judy

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  21. donnaFebruary 10, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    I like this gift idea!!

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  22. UnknownFebruary 10, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    this is a thoughtful pretty gift :) thanks for the idea

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  23. Rena SawatskiFebruary 10, 2014 at 10:56 AM

    Lovely gift idea and the stamp is perfect for it.

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  24. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2014 at 11:07 AM

    What a wonderful idea for a gift. Beautiful. CarmenG

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  25. KellyFebruary 10, 2014 at 11:24 AM

    I really love your 'tea' jar! Such a sweet gift! I am inspired to make one for my tea-loving friend! Thank you

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  26. June CampbellFebruary 10, 2014 at 12:04 PM

    I totally love your tea jar and the stamped sentiment. I once decorated a big coffee tin and filled it with mix for gingerbread pancakes as a Christmas gift. I might go with your teapot idea this coming year.

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  27. Kathy EddyFebruary 10, 2014 at 12:37 PM

    What a clever gift jar! I love how you decorated it!

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  28. UnknownFebruary 10, 2014 at 12:44 PM

    I am a tea lover and have shared many a cup with friends as we chat in the living room. Your blog however brought to mind an earlier day of sharing cups of tea with my mother over the kitchen table as I recounted my school day to her.
    I am curious about the best glue to use when adhering to glass.

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  29. CaroleFebruary 10, 2014 at 1:32 PM

    Hmm now why didn't I think of that. Just lovely Holly thanks for sharing.
    Warm hugs Carole

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  30. Jacoline FitzgeraldFebruary 10, 2014 at 3:13 PM

    I just love what you have done with this project Holly. What a marvelous gift for a friend... having a cup of tea with your best friend is like the most wonderful finish to a great day.

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  31. Linda CarsonFebruary 10, 2014 at 3:47 PM

    What a lovely and thoughtful gift idea! Beautifully done Holly!

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  32. ConFebruary 10, 2014 at 3:56 PM

    I am so glad that I saw your project! I have already added it to my Pinterest pg and Facebook pg.

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  33. Janet L.February 10, 2014 at 4:13 PM

    What a cute and terrific gift! I love the sentiment.

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  34. Beach Girl 115February 10, 2014 at 5:27 PM

    The jar with the charming tea sentiment would be a perfect gift for a friend or shut-in. I personally love tea, and always rejoice when someone gifts me with a box or tin. Thanks for sharing a great project.

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  35. KFlahertyFebruary 10, 2014 at 5:42 PM

    What a cute idea and I do love that sentiment, very inviting

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  36. HeatherFebruary 10, 2014 at 6:10 PM

    What a great gift idea. Love it

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  37. HeatherFebruary 10, 2014 at 6:10 PM

    What a great gift idea. Love it

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  38. Jan CastleFebruary 10, 2014 at 7:43 PM

    Lovely idea for a gift...love the sentiment!!!
    Jan

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  39. Linda TFebruary 10, 2014 at 7:43 PM

    What a lovely project and certainly would make a great special gift. Thank you for sharing with us.

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  40. seauFebruary 10, 2014 at 8:22 PM

    I've seen many jars but I especially like the way you put your gift jar together. Very cute and I love the sentiment. TFS.

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  41. UnknownFebruary 10, 2014 at 8:25 PM

    What a lovely gift to give...I love it! The sentiment fits so many of my tea drinking friends...Thanks for sharing your lovely jar...Patti

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  42. Marianne CFebruary 10, 2014 at 9:53 PM

    That's a lovely gift jar...nicely done. Thank you for the inspiration!

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  43. Dorina DFebruary 10, 2014 at 10:07 PM

    Love that quote on the jar full of tea. Such a fantastic sentiment to share with a special friend. Great idea and nicely done.

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  44. TheThreeCCCsFebruary 10, 2014 at 10:47 PM

    I would love to know where I could purchase the stamp? I love tea, I love sharing tea, I would love to make something similar as gifts for my mother and friends...

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    1. HollyFebruary 11, 2014 at 9:16 AM

      You can click on the first link, below the first photo. The link is the word "THIS" or you can go to quietfiredesign.ca- the link is on my sidebar.
      So glad you like it!

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  45. Jutta February 11, 2014 at 3:02 PM

    Awesome gift idea and the stamp is a perfect match for it! Have a great day!

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  46. jcobbFebruary 11, 2014 at 6:42 PM

    This is beautiful and what a lovely gift for a very special friend!

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  47. Denise BryantFebruary 11, 2014 at 8:59 PM

    Beautiful sentiment for your jar of tea! Lovely gift idea!

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  48. Julia DunnitFebruary 12, 2014 at 1:44 AM

    How lovely a gift this will make..I love the shape you chose for the labels, works perfectly!
    This stamp makes me smile..I have so many images of cups of tea and such...it's the English in me!

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  49. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 7:14 AM

    I love tea! This is a great idea!

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  50. Cindy van OorschotFebruary 12, 2014 at 12:33 PM

    Great project and a wonderful gift idea.
    Cindy

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  51. UnknownFebruary 12, 2014 at 1:58 PM

    Gift jars are always such a great idea. This one is exceptional!

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  52. SoniaFebruary 12, 2014 at 8:00 PM

    Very pretty; love this.

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  53. Anne February 13, 2014 at 1:02 PM

    This is just beautiful! Superb!

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  54. Jo4HimFebruary 13, 2014 at 7:19 PM

    Awesome project; thanks for sharing

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  55. nanny23February 13, 2014 at 9:33 PM

    Very nice project!! Thanks for sharing!

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  56. AnonymousFebruary 13, 2014 at 9:49 PM

    Very pretty project for those wonderful old canning jars! JW

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  57. Nadine WongFebruary 13, 2014 at 10:09 PM

    Great idea. Love the use of recycling the canning jars. Lovely.

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  58. JoniFebruary 14, 2014 at 12:48 PM

    Very nicely done - and a jar of tea is always a good thing, imo. Thanks for sharing this!

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  59. FroggietalksFebruary 14, 2014 at 1:38 PM

    This is a super sweet idea:) Love the jar.

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  60. ChristinaFebruary 14, 2014 at 2:05 PM

    Lovely work and lovely idea :)

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  61. Crafty Aunt DeeFebruary 14, 2014 at 8:16 PM

    Now that's the perfect gift for someone special. Love that sentiment on the label. Such a great idea. thanks for sharing.

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