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Saturday, May 25, 2013

It's time for another bloghop!

Welcome to my little stop on the hop!
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Here's a thank you card made with some My Mind's Eye papers and a Cuttlebug die.  I kept finding myself too busy to make a card for this hop, so I was getting this one done just under the wire, but using a 6x6 paper pad really helped me pull it together quickly! 

(EDIT: Many people have asked about the sentiment.  It's from Cuttlebug's With Gratitude die/embossing folder set, available here.  I'll punch an envelope full of the sentiments in different colors and offer them as blog candy for a random commenter since you all love it so much!)

This card started out based on OWH Sketch #144, but I took a few liberties.  Sketches are a great jumping off point!
 

Enjoy the hop!  Be sure to make some awesome cards for OWH this weekend!  
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Cards shipped to OWH in 2013: 651 blank and 236 AnyHero (as of 4/28/13)
Cards shipped to OWH in 2012: 1284 blank and 218 AnyHero
Cards shipped to OWH in 2011: 1695

Check out OWH at www.operationwritehome.org to learn more about its mission and how to get involved.
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232 comments:

  1. Penny WardMay 25, 2013 at 6:43 AM

    I love your use of DP, but I really like the unusual font on your sentiment...beautiful !!!

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    1. KathrynMay 25, 2013 at 9:56 AM

      Thanks, Penny! It's from the Cuttlebug With Gratitude die and embossing folder bundle. http://www.cricut.com/Shopping/detail--Cuttlebug-A2-Combo-With-Gratitude-280-424.aspx

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  2. roseofsMay 25, 2013 at 6:46 AM

    Lovely card- shades of orange and blue are getting to be some of my favorites together, and the brown ties it all together so well. I love the little twine bow. I was inspired by Sandy's 6 x 6 paper suggestion, too. The little owls in this paper are so cute! I'm very impressed with your contribution to OWH - I just started sending cards in April so I'm a real newbie.

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  3. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 6:48 AM

    Kathryn pretty papers and colors, but I really like that touch of black with your punched piece along the side. It helps the rest of the black mats to really stand out. Enjoy your weekend.

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    1. KathrynMay 25, 2013 at 9:58 AM

      Thanks! I cheated and added that after everything else was done. So the twine is covering the seam. Happy accidents?

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  4. MarshaMay 25, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    Nice combination of papers. Thanks for supporting OWH.

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  5. sherry vargaMay 25, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    Very pretty card and I like the black accents.

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  6. Nancy MMay 25, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    I like the DP's together, as well as the layers and embellies! Nice job!! It's all pulled together so nicely.

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  7. JanetMay 25, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    What is the font you used? I love it! I love seeing the use of 6x6 paper pads, need to do more of that myself. Great use of the sketch! ~God bless~

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    1. KathrynMay 25, 2013 at 9:58 AM

      It's this die from Cuttlebug: http://www.cricut.com/Shopping/detail--Cuttlebug-A2-Combo-With-Gratitude-280-424.aspx

      Thanks for visiting!

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  8. LaurieMay 25, 2013 at 7:20 AM

    The layout is great and the colors are very pretty. Everything works so well together.

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  9. GinnyMay 25, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    Papers are beautiful - and the "liberties" that you took with the sketch really brought the card to life! Beautiful!

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  10. MistyMay 25, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Very pretty. I like the dark layering to give it 'pop'.
    Hummer Hugs,
    Misty
    http://delitefulsuds.blogspot.com/
    hummingbird204 at comcast dot net

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  11. rlovewMay 25, 2013 at 7:45 AM

    Adorable card! I love the colors and the owls are absolutely cute as can be!

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  12. Patricia ChalasMay 25, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    Lovely card I love how you use your DP and the great color combination

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  13. LauraEvaMay 25, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    This is beautiful!!!

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  14. AnnMay 25, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Kathryn, I love your card. I really like the darker scalloped border and your paper choices are awesome!

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  15. Ruth GMay 25, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    I love how you worked the owls into your top layer with the sentiment! The matting is great for making each layer stand out - I need to remember that! The papers you used are wonderful and I like all the little details with the gems, the twine and the scalloped edge! Thanks so much for your dedication to OWH and for sharing your inspiring card today!

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  16. MarcellaMay 25, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    I like the colors and the layering. The dark color behind the pattern paper makes it pop. I can't wait to start using some 6x6 pads.

    What is DP that so many commenters are referring to?

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    1. cr8ivemeMay 25, 2013 at 8:19 AM

      DP is another way of saying designer paper or patterned paper.

      HTH,
      M.E.

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  17. ladypainter44May 25, 2013 at 8:12 AM

    this is a great card! Nice work gal! Some hero will love it.

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  18. PamMay 25, 2013 at 8:14 AM

    What a lovely use of a variety of coordinating papers. This is beautiful thank you card that anyone would love to receive from someone. Congratulations on all the cards you hve made.

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  19. Jen MMay 25, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    Kathryn, this card is amazing! I love how well the papers work together and the font on that die is really cool. AWESOME!

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  20. RozyMay 25, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    Great card. I wish I had the ability to put colors together the way you do. Looks so polished.

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    1. KathrynMay 25, 2013 at 10:02 AM

      Go buy a 6x6 pad. They're regularly $4 at Michaels or ACMoore, so you can get one for $2 and change with a coupon. Everything inside goes together so nicely and using one will help you feel more confident in matching papers and patterns. These papers are all from one paper pad, so I didn't have to do any work to make sure they went together. Thanks for visiting!

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  21. cr8ivemeMay 25, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    Wonderful card. I love all the patterned papers you used.

    hugs,
    M.E.

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  22. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    Very pretty card & loved that you took "liberties"---- I like to do the same thing.

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  23. CyndyCMay 25, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    I love the colors and the way you layered the pieces. I need to learn more about using 6 x 6 pads because that is about all I buy anymore.

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  24. Jean SMay 25, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    Great card! I love the colors and all the detail. I would definitely choose it from a box of cards!

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  25. garnettMay 25, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    Love How you use patterned paper. I need to start using my pile.

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  26. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    Nice elegant card. For something you made quickly, it is great.

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  27. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    Your OWH stats are impressive and this is another beautiful card headed their way! I love the colors of the papers you chose and I too, love that font!

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  28. Ruby CraftMay 25, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    Your card is so cheerful! Beautiful colors and love the extra touches you've added. I'll have to give the 6x6 paper pads a try. Thanks for the inspiration and for being part of the OWH Memorial Day Blog Hop!

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  29. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    Kathryn, I just love the papers you used in this card. I have this paper pad just waiting for me to dive into. You've inspired me to do so this weekend. Tfs!

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  30. JoAnn RossMay 25, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    That is so beautiful! I never would've realized it was done quickly! The paper is gorgeous and all worked together so well! That's a lot even when they're from the same pad; I think it's using the black that tied them together so wonderfully! I'm definitely going to remember that because using 6x6 is almost all I do anymore. And your number of cards made is awesome!!!

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  31. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    Great use of of brown mats to tie the layers together. I will remember this--no stamps--so out of my box, but I will try to make a few cards like this.

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  32. Sharon ChengMay 25, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    Your color combination is wonderful. The owls are so cute. The liberties you took with the sketch made this card.

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  33. Andrea TMay 25, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    Love the color combination. Looks great for a last minute card.

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  34. ~Antoinette (inspired stamps)May 25, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    Kathryn, I really love the brown mats you used in this sketch! Your card is so lovely!
    God Bless,
    Antoinette

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  35. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    Great colors and design. Your details just make the card.

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  36. KellyMay 25, 2013 at 9:00 AM

    Good choice of papers. I too like your font!!

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  37. Debbie Fisher (debbiedee)May 25, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    I love using 6 x 6 paper pads as well. I love how you designed your own card. All the little details are just perfect!

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  38. Marilyn YoungMay 25, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    I love your choice of papers, especially against the dark background. Is the "thanks" a stamp or a die cut? I really like it and it sure "pops". TFS!

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    1. KathrynMay 25, 2013 at 10:03 AM

      It's a Cuttlebug die: http://www.cricut.com/Shopping/detail--Cuttlebug-A2-Combo-With-Gratitude-280-424.aspx

      Thanks for visiting!

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  39. Penny L.May 25, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    wow, those papers work incredibly well together, esp. as you layered each one which helped them flow. like the font on that sentiment....is it a stamp? a die cut? love it!

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    1. KathrynMay 25, 2013 at 10:04 AM

      It's a Cuttlebug die: http://www.cricut.com/Shopping/detail--Cuttlebug-A2-Combo-With-Gratitude-280-424.aspx

      Thanks for visiting!

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  40. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    Your card is lovely. The layering truly does pull it all together very well and helps the "thanks" to pop even more. Great job on this card and great job your dedication to OWH.

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  41. Kathy SMay 25, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    That is exactly why I love 6 x 6 pads, they match, are easy to use, have great scale and make card making easy. TFS.

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  42. CarolynMay 25, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    That is really cute - the mats really make it pop!!

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  43. Papermoon DreamsMay 25, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    Very pretty!!! Love the little owls and the font on thanks.

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  44. StephenieMay 25, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    Pretty colors and dp! love it!

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  45. msalmonMay 25, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Kathryn, love the card, nice touch with the black

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  46. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    The little owls paper is so cute!! The colors go so good together. I like that you referenced the sketch as a starting point, by doing so you added a little of yourself to the card. Well done!!!

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  47. CherieMay 25, 2013 at 9:50 AM

    Great placement of those owls with your sentiment. It does make it easier when you use a 6x6 as your starting point, doesn't it? I like the extra touches of twine and bling. Cute card!

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  48. JeanetteMay 25, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    I love how you used so many different patterned papers that all went together.

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  49. Susan CMay 25, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    Very pretty, simple design but elegant

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  50. Paula-Scrap AddictMay 25, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    oh you used one of my favorite paper packs! I love the Owls, great layers!

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  51. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Very cute! I'm going to need to dig out my 6x6 pads soon!

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  52. RufusMay 25, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    Love the owl and the colors! Impressive numbers on your cards for OWH. That's made a LOT of folks happy! Thanks for your support of all our Heroes.
    R/

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  53. AprilMay 25, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    I like the thanks die, too. I am going to follow the 6X6 paper pad tutorial this weekend and get some cards made for OWH. It is all about the paper isn't it? :-)
    April

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  54. sarahstoneMay 25, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    I love all your matted layers and the papers coordinate so nicely. It's a very pretty card!

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  55. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    Love that sentiment! The coorway is fab.

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  56. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 10:14 AM

    That would be COLORWAY. Need more coffee.

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  57. Carol JMay 25, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    That is a nice card, I like that you add to the sketch rather that being restrained by it. I think sometimes people feel that can only do what is on the sketch. I also love the sentiment.

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  58. cbcottonMay 25, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    Just love this card such a simple concept but not thought of often enough and the colors just make it pop. THS

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  59. Linda AndersonMay 25, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    Wow, this is one gorgeous card!! Love your papers and your die cut "thanks."

    Linda

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  60. SarahMay 25, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    Stunning card-- love the papers you selected and great use of that die-- I think I need to dig through my stash and it seems awfully familiar...fingers crossed I hope I have it :)

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  61. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    love the use of sketches as well, and the 6x6 is such a great way to make the decision which papers to use - i am finally using my 6x6 pads after the OWH tutorial this week. Love your colors

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  62. Karen WyngaardMay 25, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    Love the colors!

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  63. Melanie RozwoodMay 25, 2013 at 10:39 AM

    This is really pretty. I really like the color combo.

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  64. JoAnn PMay 25, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    I love that ou use the paper design as the focal point. That is some cute paper.

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  65. grandmax2May 25, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    Colours exude a warm feeling. Very nice

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  66. annMay 25, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Love the card. The sketch is great and your sentiment is awesome. I would love to be in the drawing for your blog candy. Ann O.

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  67. JulesMay 25, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    Very pretty colors - love those owls!

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  68. ReneeMay 25, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    Cute cute cute! Love the little owl sitting there and love your colors!

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  69. Marilyn's Cricut CraftsMay 25, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    Lovely color combo and I love the Cuttlebug die cut. So glad you added a link for us all. TFS! ~ Marilyn

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  70. scrappingnanaMay 25, 2013 at 11:12 AM

    Very pretty. Love the layers and colors. I have that Cuttlebug set, I guess I better dig it out and use it. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  71. Seongsook DuncanMay 25, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    All the papers are complimenting each other and I like how you layered them. Thanks for shaing.

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  72. Jen R.May 25, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    I like the color repetition in the papers.....I'm more of a "rubber stamper" than a "paper crafter" but this is a pretty card.

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  73. Joanne TravisMay 25, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    Love the bold sentiment with the lovely use of the designer paper. It all comes together so beautifully.

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  74. Beth F.May 25, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    Fabulous card! I love the DP and the punched edge. Great way to use up some scraps.
    Beth F. OWH #114

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  75. JPScrapsMay 25, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    The card is wonderful!

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  76. BonitaMay 25, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    Really great color combo. Cheerful. Thanks

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  77. Verna AngerhoferMay 25, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    What a cool mix of pattern papers. All work so well together and love that nice big sentiment.

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  78. Dana D.May 25, 2013 at 11:54 AM

    What a fabulous card. Great colors and details. I love the font too. And thanks so much for the chance to win some "thanks". Very generous of you.

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  79. Pat YMay 25, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    Great card,love the colors.

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  80. Cynde PMay 25, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    Love the color combination - very pretty. Also really like the font of your sentiment - so nice that you're offering to share it :)

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  81. Darcy KeenerMay 25, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    I just love how you used the pattern paper. I never quite know how to use the ones with the scenes in the corners. This gives me great ideas on what to do with those pieces. Thanks for all of the cards you have made. That is amazing!

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  82. SylviaMay 25, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    Lovely card, Kathryn, love the colors and the papers you used. You are really dedicated to making cards for the troups with the numbers you have put up! Such a wonderful thing to do for your country! TFS and have a wonderful weekend.

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  83. reflections:0)May 25, 2013 at 12:17 PM

    Loved the colors they work well together.
    Great job on all that you do for OWH!

    reflections:0)

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  84. Rhonda MillerMay 25, 2013 at 12:19 PM

    What a wonderful card. I love the owls.

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  85. WickedPixieMay 25, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    I think you have chosen a gorgeous combination of papers and the dark mats you used really makes it POP! Very eye-catching in the thumbnails of cards for the hop! :)Traci

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  86. Becca-expressionsMay 25, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    Those patterned papers with pictures on them often end up in a collection. I don't see how I can use them. This a perfect solution! Thanks for your participation in the OWH Blog Hop! I'm inspired!!

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  87. KelleyMay 25, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    I'm impressed with your OWH numbers! Love your card, too. :) 6x6 pads are the best.

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  88. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    very pretty ....like how you used the diff textures and the owl :) ...

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  89. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 1:06 PM

    I love the way you took a few "liberties" with the sketch, and livened it up. The color combos are great.

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  90. FLstampaddictMay 25, 2013 at 1:06 PM

    I love theuse of layers! Always one of my favorite tecniques.

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  91. LoriMay 25, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    The darker matting really makes your card pop!

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  92. barbara macaskillMay 25, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Love the font! The cloud and owl papers are awesome! Great card! The different papers just go together so well! TFS!

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  93. Barbara GreenbergMay 25, 2013 at 1:25 PM

    Beautiful thank you card for our troops. Love the clouds.

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  94. DoloresMay 25, 2013 at 2:10 PM

    Thanks for being part of this hop and sharing your work. Those 6x6 pads are great but you still have to put the right combination together, and you did it!

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  95. DIYDesignStudioMay 25, 2013 at 2:14 PM

    wonderful embellishing and I love the colors.

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  96. SandyMay 25, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    Great Card. I have a fondness for Owls and I LOVE a lot of layers...

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  97. mswhizzMay 25, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    I really like the layering and how that little bit of border around each layer really makes it pop.

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  98. MareMay 25, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    Love the liberties you took with the sketch and I love owls. Beautiful card.

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  99. Laura NorrisMay 25, 2013 at 2:43 PM

    Very nice card! Love the patterned papers!

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  100. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 2:46 PM

    Everything just coordinates perfectly! Beautiful card. Thanks for Sharing.

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  101. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Beautiful paper combinations. Great card.

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  102. Susan SMay 25, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    i really like that you backed the patterned paper with darker cardstock. I also really like the punched border with string around it. I think I'll copy this one!

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  103. NJ Stamping QueenMay 25, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    Very pretty card! I love the owls on the front panel! Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
    :) Marie (OWH #119)

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  104. Carol LMay 25, 2013 at 2:55 PM

    I was just about to ask you about that awesome sentiment! LOL That just draws the eye into your card immediately, and I love it! Pretty papers too, and I wish you a very happy Memorial day weekend!

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  105. Heather GrowMay 25, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    Love the punched sentiment. I like how you adapted the sketch.

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  106. MaggieMay 25, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    Very nice interpretation of the sketch. Cute scene with the owl under the clouds.

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  107. BlytheMay 25, 2013 at 3:12 PM

    I love the owls

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  108. Sybrina KMay 25, 2013 at 3:14 PM

    Kathryn, Another fabulous card! Great choice of patterns and colors. (You're so right about 6 by 6 pads -- couldn't get by without them!) Love how the brads in the top left balance the border punch on the bottom right.

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  109. Beverly SteeleMay 25, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    love the owls you used..i have this paper i am going to have to pull it out ;)

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  110. luvmy2girlsMay 25, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    Very pretty card and I love the owls!

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  111. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 3:59 PM

    Love the colors you used, your card reminds me of a spring day, great flowers and owls!!!

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  112. Karen DMay 25, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    Pretty papers and colors, love the accept.

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  113. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 4:47 PM

    Thank you for participating in this wonderful cause! I love your "thanks" card. The papers and the sentiment all match.

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  114. MargaretMay 25, 2013 at 4:50 PM

    Wonderful card! I love the sweet owl paper!

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  115. Sharon RussoMay 25, 2013 at 4:53 PM

    Sometimes I will rely on the paper combinations in a 6 x 6 pad too. Lifesavers. I like the peachy warmth in the papers you chose.

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  116. BrendaBMay 25, 2013 at 5:02 PM

    Love the beautiful colors on this and the way you matted the patterned papers!

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  117. ColleenMay 25, 2013 at 5:26 PM

    Love how you took the sketch and made it your own. Great reminder to me. Love the cute edgeing too!

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  118. KathyMay 25, 2013 at 5:33 PM

    I have that paper pad. Love how you used the owls...I always wondered what to do with them.

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  119. Annie WillsMay 25, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    Great colors and love that owl print!

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  120. Teresa Godines #6857May 25, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    Love your owl paper. Very cute. TFS

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  121. JessieMay 25, 2013 at 6:09 PM

    Great take on the sketch! And, of course, my eye is ALWAYS drawn towards the owls, lol!

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  122. Lori in AZMay 25, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    Love this card! Love the "happy accidents"!

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  123. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 6:31 PM

    Great job showing off beautiful papers and letting them shine

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  124. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    Great job showing off beautiful papers and letting them shine

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  125. Operation Write HomeMay 25, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    Love your yummy papers and layering to set them all off!
    Sandy, OWH Exec. Dir.

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  126. LynnsLockerMay 25, 2013 at 6:54 PM

    Wow....I love that paper. The owls are stinkin' cute. And, I love the clouds and sun. Nicely done! Thanks for sharing!

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  127. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 7:06 PM

    Nice card. Love the Thanks. All the paper goes together so great. Thanks for sharing.

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  128. CarolMay 25, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    Love how you used the sketch as a starting point and then took off from there to make it your own. The colors look great together. Good job!

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  129. Robin B.May 25, 2013 at 7:11 PM

    Very cute, I love the colors and variety of patterned papers you used and those owls are adorable!

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  130. postalorphanMay 25, 2013 at 7:14 PM

    Fabulous card - love the papers! And thanks for the update on the sentiment. It's perfect!

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  131. Betty: Reflections with CoffeeMay 25, 2013 at 7:15 PM

    Blog candy! This is the kind of candy I can really chew on and pass along on cards. Wishing, dreaming! Beautiful design.

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  132. jennifer mittenMay 25, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    I love tthis card! And I admire all the cards you have sent out this year, great work!

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  133. Camille ShortMay 25, 2013 at 7:45 PM

    This card has taken my creativity to the sky! Love how you used the corner of a 12 x 12 to capture some fun items from the page....I often have a hard time using those pieces well.

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  134. ShanaMay 25, 2013 at 7:46 PM

    I love that you let the paper show off. I too much always add images, and forget some of the papers have great images. shanasewing@yahoo.com

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  135. Patti JMay 25, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    Glad you found time to create! Great cared :-) thanks for sharing!

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  136. Patti JMay 25, 2013 at 8:03 PM

    Oops...great CARD! Sorry!

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  137. Rosie GuiherMay 25, 2013 at 8:18 PM

    Your card is so sweet. I love the little owl. And I like how you did the all the layers. Sketch's are hard for me to follow and it is always nice to see how some one else see's it. Thanks for sharing. Great papers.

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  138. CynthiaMMay 25, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    great idea - always need more - especially with designs on 12x12 paper that are in only one part - now I can cut them out and use them on cards! thanks for the inspiration.

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  139. Miriam PrantnerMay 25, 2013 at 8:35 PM

    Very cute card! I love the parts of the papers that you used!

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  140. CanadaindyMay 25, 2013 at 9:09 PM

    I like that card. I have been wanting to try the 6X6 pad for card making. I'm sure that the soldiers will love them.

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  141. ChristineMay 25, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    I like the stacking effect,adds depth!

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  142. gabby2057May 25, 2013 at 9:36 PM

    Really like the colors, owls are one of my favorites.
    I need to try the 6 x 6 pads. Great card.

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  143. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    I think the idea of using 6x6 DP is a great way to get started. Sometimes I sit at my desk, trying to think of where to even start. Now I know...thanks! Thank you for including your own special treat to a lucky winner. The font of your "thanks" is cute.

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  144. airbornewifeMay 25, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    Kathryn... what a wonderful card. Great use of the pattern paper. I need to see what I have in pads that can be used like you did here. thanks for the inspiration. blessings ~ Pam

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  145. CourtneyMay 25, 2013 at 10:15 PM

    Love how you use the paper, the clouds as the second layer are perfect!

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  146. SammanthaMay 25, 2013 at 10:17 PM

    Great card. The owls are so cute.

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  147. JenMay 25, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    I like the Cuttlebug font also. Very unique. I just started getting more into the embossing folders and have added to my 6x6 decks. I agree they make card-making faster!

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  148. byAnnetteMay 25, 2013 at 10:43 PM

    I did not know the Cuttlebug combos had dies as well as embossing folders. That font is great!

    Great choice of patterned paper; especially like the owls with all the swirls.

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  149. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 11:14 PM

    You are so talented when it comes to combining color, patterns, designer paper and sketches. I agree: the perfect font choice. Thanks for participating in the hop.

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  150. Paula S.May 25, 2013 at 11:42 PM

    Great work with this sketch Kathryn! Your papers are just perfect and I love the focal point panel with the owls and sentiment combined. Die cut sentiments always add nice detail to a design so it's no surprise to me that you have gotten so many compliments on this one. Thanks for joining in the hop and supporting Operation Write Home!

    Paula S.
    OWH Blog Team

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  151. Crafting AdventuresMay 26, 2013 at 12:00 AM

    Great attention to detail. Nice papers and a great die cut!

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  152. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 12:52 AM

    Love the choice of papers. I just don't seem to have the knack for putting papers together. It apparently is a talent not a learned skill

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  153. newscrapperMay 26, 2013 at 1:13 AM

    Love the orange and yellow with the blue makes me think of spring, Great job!!

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  154. SHartlMay 26, 2013 at 1:33 AM

    this is a beautiful card and a great sketch! Love the colors you used and that adorable owl!

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  155. StampinPenguinMay 26, 2013 at 1:37 AM

    I find a lot more inspiration seeing how a sketch is used than in the original b&w sketch. Thanks for showing the variation.

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  156. Mary MacMay 26, 2013 at 2:54 AM

    Owls are my favorite and love this card

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  157. Jean BullockMay 26, 2013 at 2:56 AM

    The papers you chose are wonderful and the layering just perfect. I like the border punched strip you added. The sentiment font is just right for this card. Great job.

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  158. LynnMay 26, 2013 at 7:01 AM

    WOW....colors are amazing. I like this card sketch too. And I also like the "thanks". Beautiful job!

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  159. Mary-Anne VMay 26, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    Love your take on the sketch and the wonderful cuttlebug die.

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  160. Karin RMay 26, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    Thanks for taking part in this bloghop - love the color combination and layout of your card!

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  161. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    I am so glad that there are so many talented artits such as yourself. I am inspired by your beautiful creations.

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  162. rscholzMay 26, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    Love the paper you used on the card. 6x6 paper pads are great. Thanks for sharing.

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  163. ajsdigishoppeMay 26, 2013 at 9:22 AM

    I love the owls they are so cute!
    Thank you for sharing and supporting OWH!

    Amanda :)
    www.ajsdigishoppe.com

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  164. BarbMay 26, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    love the card especially the owl and sentiment

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  165. Patricia HaysMay 26, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    Excellent job combining the designer papers! The owl is darling!
    I saw your post with the 6x6 templates. Brilliant! :) I like how you tied it in with some of the oldest OWH sketches.
    Thanks for all you do for OWH!

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  166. Cindy's Card CoMay 26, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Love the choices of papers, they tie together great. I take liberties with sketches too.

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  167. Marilyn MMay 26, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    The patterned papers make this card stand out. Love those little owls.

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  168. JaniceMay 26, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    I love the different patterns you chose for your card. It's very bright and cheerful. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  169. AnonymousMay 26, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    Love this card! Your use of pattern paper and the font used! Nice Job!

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  170. RosieMay 26, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    This design is so clean and it looks simple to recreate! I like the idea of the 6x6 tablet to keep things together. Thanks. Rosie Glenn

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  171. Leslie HannaMay 26, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    Great card! Gotta love 6x6 pads! (leslie #113)

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  172. TammyMay 26, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    Fabulous card Kathryn! I love the papers and that CB sentiment!

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  173. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 1:34 PM

    You were as WISE as those owls designing this lovely creation!

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  174. Shaughn WoodruffMay 26, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    FAB card! I love the sentiment! Great color combo! Thanks for sharing!

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  175. L. LevyMay 26, 2013 at 2:35 PM

    This is a beautiful card!

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  176. SumikelikestoscrapMay 26, 2013 at 2:47 PM

    I like the little owls on the paper and how you layered everything. Very eye catching. Thank you for sharing.

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  177. DianeMay 26, 2013 at 3:48 PM

    love your papers and the use of the sketch! Great card! TFS

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  178. Donna NuceMay 26, 2013 at 4:49 PM

    Love your choice of DPs for this sketch. Beautiful color combination! Thanks for your support of OWH.

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  179. Robin ClendenningMay 26, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    I'm still trying to make it through everyone's cards... Love your card with the owls...so cute! Love the stones on the side and the border punch you used too!!

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  180. PattiMay 26, 2013 at 6:19 PM

    I like the way you did the foreground-background relationships, making a sky behind the owls. The colors are great together, the brown pops everything. :)

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  181. croppinmamaMay 26, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    Great card...thanks for sharing. I, too, love the die cut sentiment. croppinmama1(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  182. CheriMay 26, 2013 at 7:15 PM

    Lovely card! The papers work so well together!!

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  183. Carmen O.May 26, 2013 at 7:46 PM

    Absolutely Adorable! I'm a big owl fan and love the colors you chose as well. Well done.

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  184. www.hokiecoyote.comMay 26, 2013 at 7:48 PM

    I'm loving that owl paper as well as the sentiment.

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  185. Cynthia FerenzMay 26, 2013 at 9:33 PM

    Very nice card! TFS!

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  186. Dotti SnellMay 26, 2013 at 9:53 PM

    I like the choice of colors and I especially like the black matting and trim.

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  187. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 9:56 PM

    Soo cute! Really love owls right now!

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  188. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 9:57 PM

    This card is adorable! I love the owls and all of your paper. The sentiment is awesome! I'm going to have to get that folder. Thanks for the chance to win the envie full of them!

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  189. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 11:58 PM

    Beautiful card! I absolutely LOVE the DP you used, and the boldness of the sentiment! TFS!

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  190. SusanMay 27, 2013 at 1:22 AM

    such a cute take on the sketch!! love those sweet owls!

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  191. UnknownMay 27, 2013 at 3:19 AM

    Love love love this! Yes, that sentiment is perfect! I have become so attached to owls lately. I guess I'm on the bandwagon there... Lol! Ur card is precious! Thank u!

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  192. JanetMay 27, 2013 at 3:21 AM

    Love the "liberties" you took with the sketch. Layers make everything just pop! Great job!

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