Tuesday, May 31

Gina K. Designs May Inspiration Blog Hop Day 2: Dreams and Birthday Bash

Hello my friends! Welcome to Gina K. Designs May Inspiration Blog Hop Day 2. Are you excited to see what we have for you today? I am! For today's hop we have 2 wonderful sets: "Dreams" by Tami Mayberry and "Birthday Bash" by Rupa Shevde.

The Dream, The Hope, The Reality Card:

Directions:
  • Make card base from Ivory Cardstock.
  • Cut  apiece of Patterned Paper (Butterfly Garden from Pink Paislee), ink all edges. Adhere it to a piece of Grass Green CS. Add a couple of strips of PP, for the top one punch bottom border, ink all edges and add stitches. Adhere it to card.
  • Stamp image and sentiment on Ivory Cardstock in Vintage Photo Distress Ink. Die-cut and emboss image using Rectangle Nestabilities. Adhere it to card with foam tape.
  • Add Clear Rhinestones to top border and bow to card.

Card Recipe:
  • Cardstock: Ivory, Grass Green (GKD)
  • Paper: Butterfly Garden (Pink Paislee)
  • Stamps: Dreams (GKD)
  • Ink: Vintage Photo (Ranger)
  • Embellishments: Clear Rhinestones, White Ribbon (GKD)
  • Accessories: Border Punch (Fiskars), Rectangle Nestabilities (Spellbinders), Sewing machine, Sponges. Foam tape, Scor-tape.
Birthday Wishes Easel Card

Directions:
  • Die-cut 3 pieces of Red Hot CS using Eyelet Circle Nestabilities (Biggest die).
  • Stamp image on White CS in Memento Tuxedo Black, color image with Copic Markers. Die-cut, emboss and stencil it with Circle Nestabilities. Adhere it to 1 of the Red Hot Circles.
  • Die-cut, emboss and stencil a second piece of White CS using Circle Nestabilities. Adhere it to second piece of Red Hot CS.
  • Stamps sentiment on White CS. Die-cut and emboss it using Fancy Tags Die. Adhere it to card using foam tape.
  • Take your last piece of Red Hot CS, Score it exactly in half, the score it at 1", fold it and adhere to card to create the easel part. (See picture).
  • Add bow and stickles to cupcake and turtle.

Card Recipe:
  • Cardstock: White, Red Hot (GKD)
  • Stamps: Birthday Bash (GKD)
  • Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukineko)
  • Embellishments: Pink Ribbon (GKD), Star Dust Stickles (Ranger)
  • Accessories: Circle Nestabilities, Eyelet Circle Nestabilities, Fancy Tags (Spellbinders), Copic Markers, Fabri-tac, Scor-tape, Foam tape.
All the products in bold can be found at Gina K. Designs Store.

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Have fun hopping!
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99 comments:

  1. MelanieMay 31, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    That is easel is so adorable! I must get some of that pink paislee paper to try, this is beautiful!

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  2. Cat TidwellMay 31, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Oh so awesome Giovana! I almost did a circle easel card too, lol! LOVE it!

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  3. richardbreaksMay 31, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Gorgeous work!! The easel is awesome!

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  4. Rita KeggMay 31, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    love both of your cards!

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  5. UnknownMay 31, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Wow, what wonderful cards, the first is Fabulous, such wonderful stamping and distressing and the stitching looks so great, your card stock almost looks like leather!! Love the card.
    And the Second is so adorable, what a great design, have to try that one today!!! Have to make my grandson a card!
    Thanks
    Donna Przy....
    Love your music by the way!!

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  6. DebMay 31, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    SO gorgeous, Giovana! I love the circle easel, but that first one is definitely my FAV!

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  7. StephanieMay 31, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    Great projects! The cards are so cute!

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  8. SandyMay 31, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    I especially love the gorgeous dream card

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  9. Dottie WatsonMay 31, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    I love your cards. So different
    Thnx for sharing.. hugz, Dottie

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  10. Barbara ColbertMay 31, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Beautiful...I LOVE the easel card!!!!! ANd the stamps are SO cute!

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  11. ShellyMay 31, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    How absolutely breath taking is the first card! Then you did a 360 and made an adorable easel card! How talented are you! TFS!

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  12. Karen DensonMay 31, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    The dream card is absolutely beautiful.

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  13. Vicki DutcherMay 31, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Once again, stunning work! That first card is just amazing!! Your 2nd fun card is so clean and crisp!!

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  14. Teri CMay 31, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    These are JUST BEAUTIFUL!!

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  15. jonim52May 31, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    That easel card is soooo stinking cute!

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  16. RietteMay 31, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    Hehe that easel card is mind-boggling! Love the coloring of the first card.

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  17. Kevin RenzMay 31, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    Beautiful cards!

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  18. JoanMay 31, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    The neutral tones on your 1st card are very striking as is the circle easel design, and your 2nd with the mouse and turtle is so cute.

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  19. BonitaMay 31, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Great cards. Easel card is stunning. Thanks

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  20. LynneMay 31, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    What a wonderful card and great tutorial. Have to try this one.

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  21. Rosie GuiherMay 31, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Beautiful!!

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  22. SueMay 31, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    What beautiful cards.All your cards are inspiring.

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  23. Nana DonnaMay 31, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Your cards are gorgeous, off the finish the hop

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  24. ScrapacatMay 31, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    OMG you have gone above and beyond with these! Beautifully distressed image matched to the perfect paper - I must have that paper - and a cute easel card... I'm in heaven with inspiration!
    ♥ky

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  25. ValerieMay 31, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Both cards are excellant, you are very creative.

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  26. Suzanne J DeanMay 31, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    The first one is so elegant and beautiful Giovanna! And the 2nd is just super cute--love the circle easel!

    hugz,
    Suzanne

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  27. janice mossMay 31, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Beeeuutiiful! Love the mouse & turtle!

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  28. JoniMay 31, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    As an educator and a mom, I know you shouldn't have favorites, but when my time is limited, I always choose to look at your work. The easel is sweet. But your sweet, sweet song is my favorite. Be blessed.

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  29. The Vannoy FamilyMay 31, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Such beautiful cards - Thanks so much for sharing Giovana! Love Gina K's blog hops - so inspirational! Have a great day!

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  30. calamitypamMay 31, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Is this not the cutest thing? I just find it amazing that y ou are so fabulous!!!

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  31. Jaclynn MarieMay 31, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Love, Love these cards; especially the Shabby Chic!!! TFS!

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  32. Auntie EmMay 31, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Love the green and brown card with the bird silhouettes and bling on the border. The little red friend card is really fun.
    Thanks for sharing! :)

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  33. BarbMay 31, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    awesome cards. am going to have to try doing an easel card.

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  34. KellyWMay 31, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Love the cards!!...thank you for sharing!!

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  35. L8ybug2May 31, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Beautiful! I love the mouse and turtle.....Rita

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  36. UnknownMay 31, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    Wonderful cards, Giovana. Great used of the stamps.

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  37. SueMay 31, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Gorgeous cards

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  38. Sharon HarnistMay 31, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Beautiful Dream card, Giovana, and your easel card is fabulous!

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  39. Christine MacneilMay 31, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Great cards, Giovanna. The easel is so cute!

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  40. AnonymousMay 31, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    Great card. Like your ideas

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  41. dklessigMay 31, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Beautiful cards, the easel card is so cute. children would love it.

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  42. dklessigMay 31, 2011 at 10:16 AM

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  43. Sue DMay 31, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Both cards are fabulous!

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  44. BonnieMay 31, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Love your cards! I've never tried an easel card but will add it to my list.

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  45. KaryMay 31, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Awesome cards, Giovana!! The easel card is so so cute, and the first card is just perfect. Love them!

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  46. Diane NMay 31, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Giovana I love your cards!

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  47. Isabel ZMay 31, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Stunning creations. I love the easel!

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  48. Betty NevilleMay 31, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Fantastic Giovana! Love them both!

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  49. Kay SMay 31, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Your first card is simply gorgeous! Love everything about it. The easel card is absolutely adorable! Love the sparkles on the cupcake frosting! :-)

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  50. CarolMay 31, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Such wonderful card ideas! Thanks for sharing.

    Carol B
    ciaoitalia2007(at)gmail(dot)com

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  51. Nana GriffinMay 31, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    So lovely! I like the stickles on the cupcake, envelope and turtle shell.

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  52. NancyMay 31, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Love the "mouse" card!!

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  53. Designs By SkyMay 31, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Love BOTH cards! They are both gorgeous! Thanks for the instructions.

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  54. UnknownMay 31, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    Wow your first card Giovana is GORGEOUS. Love the distressed look of it and that stitching is wonderful!

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  55. Crafty Math ChickMay 31, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    These are terrific! I have never seen a round easel card before and I love the sparkle you added to the turtle's shell! You certainly demonstrate your mastery with the shabby chic style in your first card as well.

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  56. CarolinaMay 31, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    Love the elegance you achieved with the first and the adorable scene and fold you created with the second!

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  57. Jenny McGeeMay 31, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Very cute cards. Love the circle.

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  58. jonim52May 31, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Love the easel card. I really have to try that, thanks for the inspiration

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  59. GayleMay 31, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    Lovely, Very clever using a circle for your easel card. I loved both of them.

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  60. AnniesggMay 31, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Love the cards thank goodness we can scrap lift.....you are so talented!! Thanks!

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  61. sandiMay 31, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    I love the first card!! Beautiful! Thank you for sharing.

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  62. SharonMay 31, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Great cards! Especially like the first one with the distressed look!

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  63. SharonMay 31, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    great cards!

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  64. Barbara HaleMay 31, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    I love both of your cards. I made some easel cards last year and now I want to make some more. TFS

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  65. JillMay 31, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    Both cards a great---beautiful and cute

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  66. Pam YoungMay 31, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    I love your cards!! The easwl is so cute and clever.

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  67. LindaMay 31, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Awesome cards. I love the details on each one. Thanks for sharing.

    Linda D.

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  68. Verna AngerhoferMay 31, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    I love your cards. The first one is so elegant and lovely. And, the second one is just adorable. Both sets are very desirable to me.

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  69. Karen (TLgirl353)May 31, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Giovana- These are both wonderful cards! I especially like your first one!

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  70. UnknownMay 31, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Your cards are exquisite! I especially like the gold stitching around the edges...very beautiful!

    Your red card is so unique as well.

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  71. SusanMay 31, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Beautiful cards as always Giovana. I just love the first card -- very vintage feel. Your second card is so sweet!

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  72. jazy1mMay 31, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    Love Love your cards. Thank for sharing.

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  73. MarshaMay 31, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Your first card is absolutely gorgeous. I don't think I have ever seen a round easel card - so cute !

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  74. redstamper7May 31, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    The red easel greeting is just as cute as it gets! What a super fun present for some lucky recipient! Very nice.

    Becky T

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  75. TinaMay 31, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    LOVE the distress embossing. The easel card is to cute!

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  76. TeresaMay 31, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Love the vintage look of your first card! Beautiful! Hugs, Teresa E.

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  77. LorraineMay 31, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Wow, gorgeous work and both cards are so very different!

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  78. Cynthia BaldwinMay 31, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Love the stitching and vintage look of the first card, and how CUTE is the 2nd card?! TFS!

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  79. Debbie RogersMay 31, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    The easel is awesome, but I love your card Giovana using Tami's "Dream" set!

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  80. Michelle SingleMay 31, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Love all the details on your cards - wow!

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  81. GoldaMay 31, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Both are great, but the round easel card is amazing.

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  82. JennieMay 31, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    Oh these are beautiful Giovana!! Love the Dreams design and your Birthday Bash is adorable! Love the circle card design :o)

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  83. vlyratMay 31, 2011 at 8:20 PM

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  84. vlyratMay 31, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Beautiful card... and I love the love eisel card too!

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  85. BrendaMay 31, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Fabulous cards Giovana!!

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  86. KellyMay 31, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Such cute cards! Love the first one!~

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  87. margaretMay 31, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    I love your stand up card. I must purchase the die cut for that.

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  88. margaretMay 31, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    I love your standup card-- I must purchase the die cut!

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  89. Melody (lacyquilter)May 31, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Great cards. Love the fun easel.

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  90. JillMay 31, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    What beautiful cards, I especially love the easel card, with that cute little mouse and turtle. You did a spectacular job on both of them. Thank you so much for sharing.

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  91. A Soul's HeartbeatMay 31, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    I love your first card, it's just stunning, a little different fold on your easel card, very neat!
    Patti

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  92. RavengirlMay 31, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Love this creative little easel card and the beautiful papers that you paired with Tami's beautiful new set!

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  93. Kris in AlaskaJune 1, 2011 at 12:04 AM

    Both cards are great but I especially love the second one! Cute and round and an easel to boot! Fantastic! TFS!

    Kris in Alaska
    funamom at yahoo dot com

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  94. Luv 2 CreateJune 1, 2011 at 5:20 AM

    Giovana, that circle easel card is just adorable. Will have to give it a try for sure.
    Marcie

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  95. Lee June 1, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    LOVE the circle easel card!! And the Dreams card is so elegant and soft!

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  96. bbryantJune 2, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    These are gorgious the easel cards is a must for my collection.

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  97. thekolbesJune 2, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Your talent is amazing
    Trish
    krazykcrafters at msn dot com

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  98. ClareJune 2, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    How cute is this! VERY!

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  99. UnknownJune 2, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Love it!!! Fabulous mousie card!

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