Saturday, May 25, 2013

Operation Write Home Blog Hop-Thank You!

Hello! I am so glad you stopped in! A very special welcome is extended to everyone visiting from OWH! This weekend, I decided to join in a wonderful blog hop hosted by Operation Write Home.  You can click on the photo to go to the beginning of the hop.



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To be a part of the blog hop, I agreed to create a thank you card based off of a OWH sketch.  I chose sketch B-10 from the bonus sketches.  You can find the sketches here.  And here is my take on the sketch...


While it is too late for you to sign up to host a spot on the blog hop, you are welcome to check out the OWH site and learn more about this fabulous organization.  Our preschool class was blessed enough to receive a an OWH card last year from a class pen pal. I am so excited about being a part of the creating side this time!

Thanks so much for stopping by and enjoy the hop! Happy Memorial Day and remember to give thanks for the wonderful people, past and present, who protect our country!  

Card Recipe: All items Stampin' Up, Cardstock-sahara sand, island indigo, Sycamore Street DSP, Stamp Set-Just Believe, Ink-summer starfruit, island indigo
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99 comments:

  1. Lisa MincklerMay 25, 2013 at 5:56 AM

    SIB,
    This is marvelous what you've created with the sketch. The colors are fresh and inviting and the beautiful sentiment says it all. I think it's just wonderful that you are part of this. OWH is a fabulous organization and I love all the outpouring of support they give to our troops.
    Gorgeous creation my friend!!! Happy Memorial Day to you too.
    Huge hugs,
    Lisa xx

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  2. Words and PicturesMay 25, 2013 at 6:24 AM

    Great patterned papers to make a really smart, fresh card - and in such a good cause.
    Alison x

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  3. craftysahmiamMay 25, 2013 at 7:23 AM

    Perfect sketch for using up scraps, I love it! THANK YOU for joining the OWH Memorial Day Blog Hop!

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  4. Carol LMay 25, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    Nice papers and choice of image for your pretty card! TFS it with this OWH hop! Happy Memorial Day weekend!

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  5. ErikaMay 25, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    I love the green leaves stamped on the brown. The thank you in blue is a nice contrast. Very nice job.

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  6. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Love the mix of papers!

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  7. Leslie HannaMay 25, 2013 at 9:52 AM

    Pretty papers and a great sketch for using left-overs. (leslie #113)

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  8. msalmonMay 25, 2013 at 10:46 AM

    Thank you.... love the colors and layout, nice touch with leaves

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  9. NJ Stamping QueenMay 25, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Beautiful card and DSP! Very nicely done! Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
    :) Marie (OWH #119)

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  10. sherry vargaMay 25, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    Very pretty, love your use of papers and how they blend together.

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  11. ~Antoinette (inspired stamps)May 25, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    Hi Margaret!
    Your card is lovely! Love the sketch you chose and the papers you used!
    Blessings,
    Antoinette

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  12. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    Love the way you combined those papers. I have been trying to figure out a better way to combine that same pack. Very CAS-able. The image works with it!

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  13. JulieMay 25, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    Great card, Margaret! I love the use of the kraft cardstock, it's my personal favorite :)

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  14. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 11:59 AM

    Very pretty card!

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  15. Melanie RozwoodMay 25, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    This is pretty. I like the papers you chose.

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  16. AprilMay 25, 2013 at 12:13 PM

    I like the use of the greenery behind the sentiment. The cardstock coordinates beautifully.
    April

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  17. Barbara GreenbergMay 25, 2013 at 12:46 PM

    I love all the different patterned papers you used on your card. Great job and the stamped image with sentiment is so special.

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  18. Sybrina KMay 25, 2013 at 1:35 PM

    Margaret,

    I really like how the stamped image pops off the blue cardstock. Thanks for supporting OWH!

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  19. Paula S.May 25, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    Very pretty! I like the effect of stamping an image with the sentiment over it in a darker color as you did in this... simple technique but so effective. Thanks for joining in the hop and supporting Operation Write Home!

    Paula S.
    OWH Blog Team

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  20. Operation Write HomeMay 25, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    I'm so glad your class got a response - how fun for the kids!! Love your card, nice combo of papers!
    Sandy, OWH Exec. Dir.

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  21. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 2:19 PM

    How cute! I love that paper and all the colors in it. Thanks so much for sharing!

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  22. Jen R.May 25, 2013 at 3:08 PM

    I like the colors, especially with the flowers. Thank you for supporting OWH!

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  23. jimlynnMay 25, 2013 at 3:08 PM

    SO pretty and love, love, love the mixture of DP you used Margaret!!! Fabulous!
    Lynn

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  24. postalorphanMay 25, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    This is a beautiful card - love the papers, and the stamping works so well with the overall look.

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  25. DonnaMay 25, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Love this patterned paper!

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  26. Paula-Scrap AddictMay 25, 2013 at 3:45 PM

    I've used this sketch myself, love the OWH sketches!

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  27. Verna AngerhoferMay 25, 2013 at 3:58 PM

    Beauitful layout...gorgeous papers used. And, love the focal silhouette image too.

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  28. TammyMay 25, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    Beautiful card and I love all of the papers!

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  29. MissyMay 25, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    Super thank you card, the stamped image is so pretty!

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  30. Sharon RussoMay 25, 2013 at 6:10 PM

    Very nice paper combination.
    Thank you for sharing.

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  31. Sue DMay 25, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    Very pretty--I like the colors and patterns of paper.

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  32. Andrea TMay 25, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    I love the combination of papers and colors. TFS

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  33. Debbie Fisher (debbiedee)May 25, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    lovely! I used this sketch too

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  34. CheriMay 25, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    Fantastic card and the papers you used with this sketch. I used the same sketch - amazing how they are so totally different. Well done!!!

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  35. Rhonda MillerMay 25, 2013 at 9:20 PM

    Beautifully done. I love those papers.

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  36. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 9:22 PM

    Very nice patterned paper choices.

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  37. Cindy's Card CoMay 25, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    Wow, I love your paper combos! This turned out great.

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  38. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    Beautiful card! Love the DP you used!

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  39. reflections:0)May 25, 2013 at 10:24 PM

    These papers work so well together. Nice card.

    reflections:0)

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  40. Donna NuceMay 25, 2013 at 10:32 PM

    Love your card and the different DSPs you used on it! I love your explanation for your blog name! I have a Weimeraner who leaves little grey hairs on everything! Thanks for your support of OWH.

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  41. LynnMay 25, 2013 at 10:36 PM

    Terrific card! I love the strong blue through the middle. Got to go revisit those bonus sketches! Thank you for supporting OWH and have a great weekend!

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  42. Crafting AdventuresMay 25, 2013 at 10:39 PM

    Great paper combo! The colors and image are great together!

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  43. CheriMay 25, 2013 at 11:29 PM

    This is very pretty with the paper combination you chose. The simple stamped box provides the perfect balance.

    Cheri - John 3:16
    www.djssundries.blogspot.com

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  44. SylviaMay 25, 2013 at 11:44 PM

    Love your card, Margaret, such pretty papers and stamping, great use of the sketch! TFS and have a beautiful weekend. #133

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  45. RufusMay 26, 2013 at 12:00 AM

    Thanks for supporting OWH and joining in the hop.
    R/

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  46. MelissaMay 26, 2013 at 12:06 AM

    Cute card, love the layout and all of the fun print papers!

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  47. SheilaMay 26, 2013 at 12:07 AM

    Very pretty card! I love the sketch you picked. Have an awesome weekend.

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  48. Aundria B.May 26, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Love your choice of papers & the layout you chose - I'd forgotten about the bonus sketches; guess it's time to re-visit some of those! I really like how you gave the eye a place to rest above & below the 3rd paper piece and for the stamped greenery and sentiment. Thank you for sharing this card and for your support of our heroes and OWH.

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  49. LindaMay 26, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    Very nice card! Love your paper mix! Great stamping! TFS!!!

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  50. Fuzzy SlippersMay 26, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    Oooo, this is so pretty Margaret! Great job!

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  51. MistyMay 26, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Very pretty papers! And I have the same with my Yellow Lab, White Shep, 4 cats, the birds...*sigh!
    Hummer Hugs,
    Misty
    http://delitefulsuds.blogspot.com/
    hummingbird204 at comcast dot net

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  52. JulesMay 26, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    I love the colors and your pattern papers.

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  53. AnonymousMay 26, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    What a beautiful combination of patterned papers. I love how your card turned out.

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  54. Miriam PrantnerMay 26, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Great card, I love the beautiful papers and that great silhouette image.

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  55. ajsdigishoppeMay 26, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    Love the paper combination you chose :) Thank you for sharing and supporting OWH!

    Amanda
    http://www.ajsdigishoppe.com

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  56. Amie Kiger (Kigz) May 26, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    Beautiful pattens in that combination! Thanks for showing how this sketch can be used! :)

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  57. JPScrapsMay 26, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    The card is lovely!

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  58. grandmax2May 26, 2013 at 12:40 PM

    Nice card.

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  59. Teresa Godines #6857May 26, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Love the different paper patterns. Beautiful card. TFS

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  60. KellyMay 26, 2013 at 1:51 PM

    Nice way to show off how well SU DSP goes together!!

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  61. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    Love the card, the papers are super. I love to see what others make with the sketches...this is a great example. Love the stamped image on top. Thanks for sharing your talent and supporting OWH

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  62. Cindy OMay 26, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    Very elegant leaves and sentiment. Love the blue mat with your neutral cardstock.

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  63. Annie WillsMay 26, 2013 at 3:47 PM

    Gorgeous papers...and I'm so glad I have that stamp set too now! Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful card!

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  64. GinnyMay 26, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    Good job on your card - I like that stamp and your ink choice

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  65. ReneeMay 26, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    I love how you used all the dp to make this card…very cute!

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  66. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 6:57 PM

    Very pretty card! Love the choice of patterned papers. Thanks for sharing:)

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  67. www.hokiecoyote.comMay 26, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    Great use of SU products!

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  68. SusanMay 26, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    great combination of soothing colors!! so pretty!

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  69. SarahMay 26, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    Great card-- love the sketch and the paper you used is perfect--not to mention that this stamp set is awesome :) Thanks for your support of OWH!

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  70. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 8:48 PM

    Beautiful paper combinations.

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  71. JoAnn PMay 26, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    That is a very popular sketch on the hop. Love the papers.

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  72. JessieMay 26, 2013 at 9:55 PM

    I LOVE that paper! The floral stamp really ties it all together. Great job!

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  73. Marilyn's Cricut CraftsMay 26, 2013 at 9:57 PM

    Your papers are yummy! And I love your nicely layered sentiment mat. It makes for a striking focal point on your card. Thank you for sharing your card with us! ~ Marilyn

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  74. Susan SMay 26, 2013 at 10:22 PM

    oh wow...I love how you used different patterned papers together. really nice card

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  75. Patti JMay 26, 2013 at 10:52 PM

    I love your blog name, and the story behind it...lol! I have furry critters too, and can relate to those shadow hairs! Great card! Thanks for sharing!!

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  76. paulaMay 27, 2013 at 1:13 AM

    Very pretty! Thanks for sharing!

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  77. Diane Clark-SuttonMay 27, 2013 at 1:39 AM

    Good choice of pattened paper. I like how you stamped the image and sentiment on the same piece of paper and overlapped them.

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  78. KarenladdMay 27, 2013 at 1:51 AM

    Love the paper strips and beautiful image on your card!

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  79. cr8ivemeMay 27, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    Lovely card. The DSP is terrific.

    Hugs,
    M.E

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  80. Tricia MorrisMay 27, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    Hi, Meredith! Yes, I noticed that we used the same formula, too! Love your card, as well! Hope you're enjoying the weekend.

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  81. Pat YMay 27, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    Great card, love the colors you used very bright and happy.

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  82. Becca-expressionsMay 27, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Lovely card...and not a black Lab hair in sight! Thanks for your participation in the OWH Blog Hop!

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  83. DianeMay 27, 2013 at 11:50 AM

    love the assortment of patterned papers and the flower stamp! Great card!

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  84. LynnsLockerMay 27, 2013 at 2:59 PM

    Wow...gorgeous paper and stamp. The colors ROCK. Nicely done. Thank you for sharing.

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  85. Amy MartinMay 27, 2013 at 5:24 PM

    Such a pretty card. I love the papers you used. Well done. Thanks for joining in.

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  86. UnknownMay 27, 2013 at 6:05 PM

    Yummy papers and beautiful stamp! I can't wait to start making mine this week! I have so many ideas now! TFS and for joining in the OWH blog hop!

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  87. AnonymousMay 27, 2013 at 7:23 PM

    I love the stamp and find ways of how to use up all of my scraps.

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  88. Jen MMay 27, 2013 at 7:30 PM

    Very pretty! I love the flower stamp.

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  89. silviaMay 27, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    Pretty card!! LOVE the stamps!

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  90. paulaMay 27, 2013 at 8:22 PM

    I like your card. I like the polkadots. I am proud to be a part of this hop. Samantha, age 7.

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  91. Ruth GMay 27, 2013 at 8:46 PM

    I absolutely love the colors, papers and stamps that you used! They all work together to create a really wonderful card!!! Thanks so much for sharing and for supporting OWH!

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  92. Paper BlessingsMay 27, 2013 at 9:01 PM

    Wonderful contrasts of papers! Cheerful but not too bright or clash-y (yeah, making up words here, lol). Thanks so much for sharing!

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  93. Heather GrowMay 27, 2013 at 10:26 PM

    Great card. I love the bold paper is in the center. It draws attention to the sentiment.

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  94. ElizabethMay 28, 2013 at 12:12 AM

    Love your card! And since I still have Sycamore Street DSP, I think I will copy you:)

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  95. KelleyMay 28, 2013 at 12:15 AM

    Pretty card! I really like the stamped image.

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  96. PoJoMay 28, 2013 at 1:01 AM

    Love your style! Thanks for sharing!

    ptucker6 at cox dot net

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  97. AnnMay 29, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    Beautiful way to use those paper scraps! I feel a CASE coming on....

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  98. Dixie CochranJune 5, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    I love the papers you chose for this card. Beautiful!

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  99. UnknownJune 9, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    Hate I missed this opportunity but your card is fabulous. Love the dp's and your take on the sketch. :)

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