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Friday, January 28

CSS Alumni Blog Hop: Sketch

Hello my friends and welcome to another fun CSS Alumni Blog Hop. This time our talented Melissa Cash has designed this fun sketch for this hop. Now, if you are here from Cheri's blog you are in the right place, if not I will invite you to start hopping from StampTV!

This is the sketch:


and this is my card:  I"M CUCKOO for you

Directions:
  • Make card from Ocean Mist cardstock.
  • Mat Chocolate Brown Cardtsock and Patterned Paper. Ink all edges and add straight stitches.
  • Stamp image on White Cardstock in Memento Tuxedo Black. Color it with Copic Markers.
  • Die-cut, emboss and stencil image piece.
  • Cut out an extra colored image and add it with foam tape.
  • Die-cut and emboss a piece of Chocolate Brown Cardstock with Fleur de Lis Dies. Cut out center part, add some adhesive to put it together and add it as a  background frame.
  • Stamp sentiment in Vintage Photo Distress Ink.
  • Finally add 3 pearls.

Card Recipe:
Now, hop over to Jen's blog and enjoy her creations!

Make sure to leave a comment as you hop along because on Tuesday morning (February 1st), we will randomly choose one of the comments from all the blogs who will get a stamp set of their choice valued up to $24.95

Hope you like my card.
Thanks for stopping by!
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107 comments:

  1. joyJanuary 28, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Oh, this is a great card! Love the colors and the dp you have used. Great job!

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  2. Carla S.January 28, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Great card, Giovana! I love the papers and the cuckoo clock!

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  3. Karen (TLgirl353)January 28, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Great card, Giovana! Your stitching is perfect!

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  4. Betty NevilleJanuary 28, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Wonderful card Giovana! Love your colors and the popped-up clock!

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  5. SharriJanuary 28, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Giovana, Gorgeous card!! I love the papers with the cuckoo clock!

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  6. Payne Holler CardsJanuary 28, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    oh my, this is perfect!!! always love when you sew on your cards - a lot of time in this one...
    hugs
    Linda

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  7. CarolinaJanuary 28, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    Love how you used the clock and such a beautiful take on the sketch - love it!

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  8. VicJanuary 28, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Beautiful card!!

    iamvictorias at gmail dot com

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  9. CynthiaJanuary 28, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Oh my, this is lovely! The colors, dp, and image go so well together.

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  10. Die Cut LadyJanuary 29, 2011 at 4:02 AM

    We had a cuckoo clock from Germany my Dad got when he was in the Army. I still remember having to wined it. It brings back memories.
    Lovely card.

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  11. MiesjeJanuary 29, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    Adorable! I just love that cuckoo clock! My parents still have one. Your stitching is fantastic!

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  12. ladyjJanuary 29, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    Those colors are great and the stitching is fab!!! Great job :-)

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  13. CheriJanuary 29, 2011 at 6:13 AM

    Everything about this card is lovely, Giovana. I just received this set yesterday and I fell in love with the clock stamp immediately. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  14. Kay SJanuary 29, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Gorgeous as always, Giovana! Love the colors you used and the way you gave it a vintage feel. The layered cuckoo clock is adorable with the touch of glitter on it.

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  15. lisa808January 29, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Love the image and how you matted it.

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  16. Miss Boo (a.k.a. jen70)January 29, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Beautiful card! Love the dp and all the beautiful details that showcase your images.

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  17. Theresa MomberJanuary 29, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Fabulous, Giovana! I love the stitching.

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  18. Vicki DutcherJanuary 29, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Beautiful (as always) - amazing stitching!

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  19. LynneJanuary 29, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    The clock is a winner.

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  20. KellyJanuary 29, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Beautiful card--I love the clock!

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  21. stampqueenJanuary 29, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Great card - I love the clock, and the colors, and the touch og glitter!!!

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  22. Connie CJanuary 29, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    I really like the color palette you chose! I have this set but haven't yet used the clock image. This really inspires me. Wonderful use of the sketch, too.

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  23. peggy wainmanJanuary 29, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    So pretty, love the colors!

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  24. Crafty Math ChickJanuary 29, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Another stunning card with this image. Love the pendant frame, the sparkle and all of your stitching Giovana.

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  25. Sue VanDeVusseJanuary 29, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Cute, cute, cute! Great stitching.

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  26. MelissaJanuary 29, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    Great card Giovana! I really like the stitching and the way you cut the fleur de lis frame to make it fit your design.

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  27. Kathy MartinJanuary 30, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    Great card and fun clock image!

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  28. Barbara ColbertJanuary 30, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Beautiful card!!! Love the colors and the cuckoo clock!

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  29. KellyJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Love the border under the clock. Great job.

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  30. LageneJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Soo Pretty! Love the extra glitter on clock!

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  31. BeckyJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Lovely card. wonderful colors

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  32. BarbJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Very pretty

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  33. LauriPJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    I love this card. I'm a big fan of cookoo clocks and Grandfather clocks.

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  34. StephanieJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Great card! I love the cuckoo clock!

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  35. LenoriaJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    This is a beautiful card! I love the colors and the clock.

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  36. UnknownJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    I am "cuckoo" for this card! So cute!

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  37. Sherry KushibabJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Nice paper and I think the sentiment with that clock is sooo cute.

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  38. Sue McGuireJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Love your card, Giovana! The colours are great. It has such a nostalgic feel to it!

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  39. UnknownJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    I really like the background boarder used on this card. I guess I will have to get that die for myself. ;)

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  40. RitaJanuary 31, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    I love the dimension in this card & the colors are so beautiful!

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  41. My Need 2 CraftJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    This is beautiful. I need to sew on some cards. :) Love how it looks. :)

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  42. SteelydawnJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    I love everything about this card! The paper combination is gorgeous!

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  43. Scrapbooks and SunsetsJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    This is a truly beautiful card. The colors and composition are lovely.

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  44. Dolce ImpressionsJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Always love your work. Love the clock too cute.

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  45. Virginia WingoJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Gorgeous card with so much detail and a great design.

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  46. sandyhJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    great card. love the colors and the bling on the clock!
    sandyh

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  47. Sheila MurrayJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    I love your card..especially the stitching.

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  48. AprilJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Absolutely stunning!

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  49. MarshaJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Love the clock and cuckoo verse - and especially the tiny heart on the clock face. Thanks.

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  50. creativeartsJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Lovely card. I love the clock and sentiment!

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  51. LindaJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    LOvely card and love the DP that you used. Thanks for sharing.

    Linda D.

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  52. DebraMJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    I love this card....you did a fantastic job and I love the cuckoo clock....

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  53. UnknownJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    That card is stunning...although it is very cute it is also very classy. I really liked the way you used the stickles...made the parts really stand out.

    Jackie
    jmpresearch@gmail.com

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  54. Kay MJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    So cute! Love the touch of black!

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  55. Flower girlJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    This is a very pretty card with lots of work obviously having gone into it. i love your colouring in.

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  56. Flower girlJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    This is a very pretty card with lots of work obviously having gone into it. i love your colouring in.

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  57. PatriciaJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    Love the stitching on the card. I also like the die cut behind the clock. Great card.

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  58. Jan BarrieJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    How Cute!! Everything just fits.
    Jan

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  59. whitneymaryannJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Love the colors of your card and envy your sstitching prowess. Thanks for sharing your creativity.

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  60. UnknownJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    great card. love the idea and colours.

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  61. Nana GriffinJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    So cute. Love the cuckoo clock detail.

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  62. CarolJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Such a fun card, love that Cuckoo Clock image!

    Carol B
    ciaoitalia2007(at)gmail(dot)com

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  63. SandyJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Love the cuckoo clock! I did the hop backwards just for fun today and what a surprise your card is!! REally unique and fabulous!!

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  64. JanJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Beautiful card.....Great job!

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  65. MissyJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Giovana
    What a beatuiful card. I hope you are feeling better.

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  66. Queball0321January 31, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    What a great card I love the design behind the focal point.

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  67. UnknownJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Beautiful subtle colors and distressing. Very pretty card!

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  68. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    I love the colors & the cuckoo clock!

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  69. JoanneJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Love your clock stamp...all the hearts. Great card.

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  70. Montana MamaJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    always enjoy your cheerful cards

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  71. AlexisJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    I love all the dimension and texture in your card. Love the stitching too!

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  72. cal8007January 31, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    Beautiful card Giovana. Me encanta el reloj! Es la primera vez que te visito por medio del blog hop. Me encantan tus creacionse.

    TFS

    Carmen L
    cal8007 at aol dot com

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  73. SusanJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    I always love the way you put together your cards Giovana -- and you haven't disappointed me with this one either! I really like the use of the Fleur de Lis to back the cuckoo clock.

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  74. JulsanneJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Very creative. I love the clock and the colors you chose.

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  75. cathyellieJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    The coo coo clock it too cute!

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  76. MaxineJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Beautiful job on coloring and shading.

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  77. JO WITNEY (ENEVOLDSEN)January 31, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    You work always leaves me amazed, you never disappoint. You are as usual right on the money with your ideas, and talent.

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  78. CarolJanuary 31, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Once again, amazing job.

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  79. paddyJanuary 31, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    what a great card...just love the details you have added especially the sewing. Really makes me think of my Austria.

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  80. lilahabJanuary 31, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Loved your card and the music as well. I am not sure my first post..posted. so thanks again

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  81. ChristineJanuary 31, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    beautiful card! I am really loving that cuckoo clock!

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  82. Barbara HaleJanuary 31, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    Your card is just lovely - love the subtle color combination you used.

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  83. Melinda GleissnerJanuary 31, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Your card is fabulous! It's such a great stamp set. The paper is so pretty, love the stickles accents.

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  84. DianaJanuary 31, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Beautiful card; the stitching is perfect & I love how you used the Fleur de Lis die to make a mat for your image.

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  85. terrieJanuary 31, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    very nice card and I also like the sentiment..perfect for your card...well done

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  86. SoniaJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    I love your cuckoo clock!

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  87. JoanJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Loved your card. Beautiful colors. You always inspired me.

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  88. DianaJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    Beautiful! Your stitching is perfect! These are my colors and I love the double image! I've got to try that!

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  89. JoniJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    sew lovely, as usual.

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  90. PatSJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Love the added dimension you gave this card. I am in love with the cuckoo sentiment!

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  91. UnknownJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Cucko!

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  92. UnknownJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Cocko!

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  93. Suzanne RussellJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    Great card as always, Giovana! Loved the touch of sparkle (one of my favorite touches)

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  94. LinaJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    Wow!!! that is beautiful. Love the colours and teh clock

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  95. Pat JandacekJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Cute image and I like the framing. TFS

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  96. Melody (lacyquilter)January 31, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Love the cuckoo clock. Great card.

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  97. LeisaJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Love the colors, inking, stitching, 3D cuckoo clock - thanks for sharing :)

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  98. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    I love the dimensional look on your card! And I always love stitching! Beautiful job!

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  99. ClareJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Giovana, your card is so cute! I love it!

    How did you put music on your blog? I love that too!

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  100. KarenJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    I really love your card. I'm cukoo for it!

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  101. jan farnworthJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    very cute

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  102. JaneFebruary 1, 2011 at 2:16 AM

    I am cuckoo for your card - what a great one!

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  103. UnknownFebruary 1, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    Giovana what a lovely card. I love all of the little details, simply wonderful. And sewing.....I keep forgetting to take my Janome out.....argh! Beautiful!

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  104. laurieFebruary 1, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    Stunning!

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  105. DarlaFebruary 1, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Love the image and sentiment. Little different for Valentines and the colors are untraditional but I love it.

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  106. LindaFebruary 1, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Wow the color super pretty I like the clock too! I think it so cute!

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  107. Scrap HappyFebruary 2, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    Cute! like the cuckoo!

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