Monday, July 23, 2012

Shaping Up Blog Hop & Giveaway

It is the day of the BLOG HOP! Did you just join me from AGA? Welcome! Some of the Paper Crafts Gallery Idol top 20 winners have gotten together for some inspirational fun with shaped cards.  We each are also offering a prize package from our Gallery Idol winnings and some other fun stuff!


Here is a little mini card for a summer wedding or anytime really! The flower is a dogwood which blooms spring to early summer.


check out my fancy pics...no window sill! And Laura Bassen, are you loving the card? Thank you for the tips...ALL of them!

The card with some staging and cool editing thanks to a tip from Kasia Curry!

Here is the line up:

JJ Bolton

Cheiron Brandon

Heather Campbell

Joscelyne Cutchens

Jennifer Ingle

Amy Kolling

Agnieszka Malyszek

Wida Miller

Jocelyn Olson

Miriam Prantner

Anita Recksiedler

Elena Roussakis

Erin Lee Schreiner

Dana Warren

Laurie Willison

Tessa Wise

Nina Yang 


My humble prize package...


There are 2 ways to win, either by leaving a comment here on this post and/or by linking up your own NEW shaped card below (multiple entries are OK). You may already know that Paper Crafts is also having a challenge with shaped cards, found here, so why not link up with us too for an extra chance to win! I am including my 2 winning cards from the Gallery Idol competition too (seems fitting). This giveaway ends Sunday July 29th 11:59 EST.

The next stop is JOCELYN!


Good Luck, and hope you will come back for a visit some time, if you don't want to miss a single post, feel free to click the "follow" button or I can send you the posts via email! Whatever works for you ;)

Wida
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104 comments:

  1. Handmade Creations by StephanieMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:09:00 AM EDT

    Omg what a gorgeous card wow !!!!

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  2. ElenaMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:09:00 AM EDT

    what tips? I need to know the tips! love the pics, and the card is fantastic!

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  3. JingleMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:29:00 AM EDT

    You card is absolutely beautiful, Wida! Wow!

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  4. JJ BoltonMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:31:00 AM EDT

    Oooh, you're right, soooo pretty!!! I love the shape with the soft colored dogwoods! You need to spill your photo secrets! I was up late last night fiddling with my lights, lol! Have a wonderful week my dear!

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  5. cheironMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:40:00 AM EDT

    Love this shaped card Wida! Absolutely elegant.

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  6. BrendaMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:47:00 AM EDT

    This card is breathtaking! Love it!

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  7. GayatriMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:50:00 AM EDT

    Wow1 Wida, this is gorgeous. Love the elegant monochromatic colour combination. LOVE it!

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  8. HeatherMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:54:00 AM EDT

    Oh my goodness, this is beautiful! So classy & elegant!

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  9. Venus and Luanne @ Sisters Craft CafeMonday, July 23, 2012 at 9:03:00 AM EDT

    Your project is so gorgeous! love the shape and plain use of color, fantastic design.

    Luanne

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  10. Annette AllenMonday, July 23, 2012 at 9:06:00 AM EDT

    so pretty...totally love it..

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  11. Jocelyn OlsonMonday, July 23, 2012 at 9:33:00 AM EDT

    Super pretty tag/mini, Wida! The monochromatic colors are gorgeous. And I love the staging. ;)

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  12. Miriam PrantnerMonday, July 23, 2012 at 9:33:00 AM EDT

    Such a soft and pretty tag! Just gorgeous!

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  13. KarenMonday, July 23, 2012 at 9:35:00 AM EDT

    What a beautiful card!

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  14. Jessi FoganMonday, July 23, 2012 at 9:58:00 AM EDT

    So beautiful, Wida! I adore the classy dogwood bloom, and what a beautiful idea for a wedding card. I'm getting stuck on those making so many!

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  15. Karin ÅkesdotterMonday, July 23, 2012 at 10:20:00 AM EDT

    WOW!! Your tag is sooo sweet and pretty! Love the window touch - such wonderful design!

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  16. UnknownMonday, July 23, 2012 at 10:25:00 AM EDT

    Looks fantastic, Wida! A really showstopper! Can I have your stair banister along with your prize package? gorgeous!

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  17. cards by caraMonday, July 23, 2012 at 10:45:00 AM EDT

    What a simply stunning shaped card! If I have a chance, I will be joining this challenge.

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  18. AnonymousMonday, July 23, 2012 at 10:47:00 AM EDT

    What a sweet tag...so gorgeous!

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  19. UnknownMonday, July 23, 2012 at 10:55:00 AM EDT

    I absolutely LOVE your adorable card/tag! Gorgeous! ;o)

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  20. judyMonday, July 23, 2012 at 10:59:00 AM EDT

    I love this elegant tag; it is perfect for a wedding. The window design is lovely!

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  21. Patti JMonday, July 23, 2012 at 11:04:00 AM EDT

    This is quite beautiful! What a great tag for a wedding or anniversary gift. Beautifully done - thanks for sharing :)

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  22. VickiMonday, July 23, 2012 at 11:17:00 AM EDT

    Beautiful card - so delicate.

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  23. ReneeMonday, July 23, 2012 at 11:34:00 AM EDT

    This is absolutely stunning!!
    So soft and delicate...
    perfect! :)

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  24. jordanbev5@yahoo.comMonday, July 23, 2012 at 11:39:00 AM EDT

    Am your newest follower and love your card! Will come back to learn the how to, and hoping to enter a card this week! Thank you for having this!

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  25. Kara LynneMonday, July 23, 2012 at 11:43:00 AM EDT

    I love the shape of your card with those soft colored dogwoods. Very beautiful!!

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  26. SanketiMonday, July 23, 2012 at 11:51:00 AM EDT

    So soft and delicate..lovely Wida!
    I love that glittered butterfly card you had made for Gallery idol...

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  27. DanaMonday, July 23, 2012 at 11:58:00 AM EDT

    Wow!! Lovely card Wida!! Its so soft and elegant!! Gorgeous!!

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  28. Tenia NelsonMonday, July 23, 2012 at 12:07:00 PM EDT

    Ummmmm....super gorgeousness Miss Wida!!! Yep.....I just LURVE this!!!

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  29. Mary-Anne VMonday, July 23, 2012 at 12:26:00 PM EDT

    Beautiful mini card...its so elegant. Love to know the photography tips if possible. Thanks for the chance to win.

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    1. WidaThursday, August 9, 2012 at 6:34:00 PM EDT

      Mary, hopefully you will get this as I don't have your email. I got my set up from laura Bassen. She has a post on this very topic right now. Her blog is doublestick heaven! thanks for the nice comment!

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  30. Debra MillerMonday, July 23, 2012 at 12:40:00 PM EDT

    Very Elegant - love your tag!

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  31. MarieMonday, July 23, 2012 at 12:42:00 PM EDT

    Such a pretty card! TFS =)

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  32. Alicia S.Monday, July 23, 2012 at 12:56:00 PM EDT

    So pretty! I need this for a wedding this weekend! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  33. AnonymousMonday, July 23, 2012 at 1:07:00 PM EDT

    Your mini card is super pretty, Wida! And by the way, there's never a humble prize when it is given from the heart, specially when it includes two of your handmade cards! :)

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  34. AnonymousMonday, July 23, 2012 at 1:10:00 PM EDT

    oh what a cute card! I ALWAYS need wedding cards. Thanks for the inspiration. By the way, your pictures are amazing!

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  35. CindyMonday, July 23, 2012 at 1:19:00 PM EDT

    Wonderful tag! It's just so beautiful.

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  36. Elizabeth SanchezMonday, July 23, 2012 at 1:43:00 PM EDT

    /gawk
    WOW OH WOW!!
    You did wonderful here! Love it!!!

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  37. Alice Monday, July 23, 2012 at 1:51:00 PM EDT

    simply beautiful! love the white on white look!

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  38. Kris in AlaskaMonday, July 23, 2012 at 2:12:00 PM EDT

    So very lovely! Perfect for a lovely gift too!

    Kris in Alaska
    funamom at yahoo dot com

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  39. joscelyne cutchensMonday, July 23, 2012 at 2:34:00 PM EDT

    such a pretty, delicate, fancy, awesome card. i LOVE! xoxo

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  40. pamelaMonday, July 23, 2012 at 2:38:00 PM EDT

    Ahh, pretty shaped card!

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  41. Jan GarberMonday, July 23, 2012 at 3:10:00 PM EDT

    Your little frame tag is wonderful! I want to make and keep several on hand!

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  42. Vicki DutcherMonday, July 23, 2012 at 3:12:00 PM EDT

    How CUTE is this little tag!! I am so CASEing this! :)

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  43. mtscrapgalMonday, July 23, 2012 at 3:14:00 PM EDT

    Your beautiful mini card is perfect for a wedding package tag. Thanks

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  44. Puppy Kisses and Paper DreamsMonday, July 23, 2012 at 3:44:00 PM EDT

    I LOVE this idea ... I can't wait to try it and make a card or tag just like this one. Beautiful! Stunning! Wonderful!

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  45. Isha GuptaMonday, July 23, 2012 at 3:56:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous card and superb photo. TFS

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  46. Tracey McNeelyMonday, July 23, 2012 at 3:59:00 PM EDT

    What a gorgeous tag Wilda.

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  47. Andrea GarlandMonday, July 23, 2012 at 4:27:00 PM EDT

    Your prize is not humble is amazing as your card, so delicate... perfect.

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  48. Annette Witherspoon ♥Monday, July 23, 2012 at 4:27:00 PM EDT

    I love the pretty monochromatic card. You've inspired me to make one. Great staging and editing!! :-) Thanks for sharing!

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  49. sharon gMonday, July 23, 2012 at 4:46:00 PM EDT

    Humble? You are very generous!!!!!
    I like your sweet, delicate, fancy tag. It would be sooo pretty for a wedding gift!

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  50. Virginia L.Monday, July 23, 2012 at 4:54:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous wedding card!! I love your use of diecut!! Brilliant design, Wida!

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  51. Rochelle SodipoMonday, July 23, 2012 at 4:56:00 PM EDT

    Oh my! That was just wonderful! That design is breath taking!

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  52. EdnaMonday, July 23, 2012 at 5:06:00 PM EDT

    How beautiful!!!

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  53. Houses Built of CardsMonday, July 23, 2012 at 5:09:00 PM EDT

    Such a gorgeous card! Congrats to you again!!!

    housesbuiltofcards@gmail.com
    www.housesbuiltofcards.blogspot.com

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  54. LaloMonday, July 23, 2012 at 5:09:00 PM EDT

    Very fancy card...Loving the new look of your pictures too!!! I want those cards of yours...so much fabulousness :)

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  55. Anita RexMonday, July 23, 2012 at 5:10:00 PM EDT

    What a pretty card! So soft and stunning Wida!

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  56. AliMonday, July 23, 2012 at 5:23:00 PM EDT

    I love the dimensions of this tag and it's subtle color.

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  57. LeaMonday, July 23, 2012 at 6:32:00 PM EDT

    Very elegant! Love it!

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  58. Kim MMonday, July 23, 2012 at 6:45:00 PM EDT

    Lovely card. So elegant.

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  59. UnknownMonday, July 23, 2012 at 7:46:00 PM EDT

    my goodness this is gorgeous! i adore the all white designs...stunning. thank you for the chance to win this generous prize too. I've linked up a couple cards of my own :)

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  60. AmyMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:08:00 PM EDT

    So elegant and classy. Love it :)

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  61. Karen B.Monday, July 23, 2012 at 8:11:00 PM EDT

    Just wanted to stop by quick and say congratulations again on your success!

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  62. Angi BarrsMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:13:00 PM EDT

    Elegantly sweet! Love the gems too. :)

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  63. Bee's hiveMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:22:00 PM EDT

    This is beautiful Wida!

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  64. Denise BryantMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:42:00 PM EDT

    Beautiful card! I love the shape and the dogwood image! Elegant!
    DeniseB

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  65. KailashMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:52:00 PM EDT

    Very pretty card!!

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  66. JessicaMonday, July 23, 2012 at 8:58:00 PM EDT

    this is so pretty! love the dimension, the elegant stamp, and that great die shape! :)

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  67. LindseyMonday, July 23, 2012 at 9:22:00 PM EDT

    Such a pretty card! Love the delicate colours.

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  68. Kathy HMonday, July 23, 2012 at 9:37:00 PM EDT

    Beautiful stamping and I love dogwood trees!

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  69. Kelly GriglioneMonday, July 23, 2012 at 9:47:00 PM EDT

    Such a cool shape, Wida! Love it. How nice of you all to put a prize package together : )

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  70. CandaceMonday, July 23, 2012 at 10:22:00 PM EDT

    this is such a great tag!! so elegant!!

    Candace
    scrappin2littleprincesses.blogspot.com

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  71. Emily LeiphartMonday, July 23, 2012 at 11:15:00 PM EDT

    This is beautiful, Wida! I love the window style of it!

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  72. Liz O.Monday, July 23, 2012 at 11:35:00 PM EDT

    What a lovely card Wida! You are right it could be used for many occassions. TFS and for the chance to win such a wonderful prize.
    Have a lovely day!
    Liz

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  73. Bunny DobbieMonday, July 23, 2012 at 11:38:00 PM EDT

    Elegant entry in the shaped cards. Verry classy.

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  74. KatieTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 12:12:00 AM EDT

    Love your 2 grey cards, especially the butterfly one.

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    1. KatieTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 12:13:00 AM EDT

      Sorry, also meant to sat your dogwood tag is gorgeous!

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  75. MichelleTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 12:15:00 AM EDT

    Love your card! So elegant!

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  76. Kathy McTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 12:17:00 AM EDT

    Oh, the dogwoods enhanced with a rhinestone are simply stunning on this card/tag. Love how you layered them over the open frame. Thanks for the chance at your awesome prize package and for a fun Blog Hop!

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  77. nicole-stagg-studioTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 1:08:00 AM EDT

    So elegant! I would use it for wedding favor tags

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  78. AnonymousTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 1:42:00 AM EDT

    Love the simple elegance!

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  79. Amy KollingTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 8:54:00 AM EDT

    Wida, this is just pure elegance! Who makes this dogwood stamp? I've been needing to add one to my collection! LOL

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  80. TeeTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 8:58:00 AM EDT

    So so elegant...the photography is awesome

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  81. Vera Yates (Ling)Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at 9:02:00 AM EDT

    Beautiful & elegant, Wida!

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  82. Felicia - Scrapper in the MakingTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 9:55:00 AM EDT

    Wow, what a Beautifu; Tag. Smooches... Felicia

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  83. connieTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 10:39:00 AM EDT

    your tag is beautiful~

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  84. Jessica YoderTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 12:01:00 PM EDT

    What a elegant tag! Very nice

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  85. NadineTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 12:37:00 PM EDT

    This is just so gorgeous! Love, love, love it!

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  86. KatherineTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 2:06:00 PM EDT

    Wow - giving away some of your great cards? Loved them in the idol competition. Thanks for the chance to win. I love this card, it seems so dainty to me.

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  87. Lisa's Creative NicheTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 7:24:00 PM EDT

    Oh my gosh this card is BEAUTIFUL!!!! I love the soft color of the dogwood blooms on the stark white, too often white is covered up but you have really put it on display with this card! Thanks for the inspiration!
    Lisa

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  88. Julianne NTuesday, July 24, 2012 at 10:41:00 PM EDT

    My initial reaction to your shape card was: pretty, pretty, pretty!!! but your card has so much class, that it really is exquisite! Simple and sweet! thank you for inspiring and sharing ;)

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  89. KarenladdWednesday, July 25, 2012 at 12:43:00 AM EDT

    Wow, that is one gorgeous card!!! Love the flower and the cut out shape. The monochromatic color scheme is so elegant!

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  90. Shari KlynWednesday, July 25, 2012 at 1:43:00 AM EDT

    You have created a very elegant looking card. It looks expensive! The colored gift bag just makes the card POP more! Great job.

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  91. StampNKWednesday, July 25, 2012 at 1:56:00 AM EDT

    Your gift tag is just beautiful! I love the white on white color combo!

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  92. GeriWednesday, July 25, 2012 at 2:22:00 PM EDT

    This gift tag is absolutely stunning! Never in a million years would I have thought to create this! Congrats again on your idol achievement! (PS...this prize package is far from humble!)

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  93. Sue DWednesday, July 25, 2012 at 3:41:00 PM EDT

    Very pretty mini card--perfect for a wedding!
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  94. UnknownWednesday, July 25, 2012 at 6:36:00 PM EDT

    Beautiful card! Love the shape and soft colors!

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  95. ~amy~Thursday, July 26, 2012 at 7:28:00 AM EDT

    oh my goodness...one word: beautiful

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  96. FroggietalksThursday, July 26, 2012 at 4:28:00 PM EDT

    that is a gorgeous card. Love the dogwood flower.

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  97. AnonymousThursday, July 26, 2012 at 10:44:00 PM EDT

    What a soft and pretty card! The dogwoods look so delicate in the soft pink!

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  98. Jinny NewlinFriday, July 27, 2012 at 4:35:00 PM EDT

    What a gorgeous creation! LOVE the window, and your bits of bling are the perfect finishing touch!

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  99. stamplover2011Saturday, July 28, 2012 at 9:34:00 PM EDT

    Wonderful card!! So cute!

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  100. TrinhSunday, July 29, 2012 at 12:05:00 AM EDT

    Absolutely gorgeous, Wida! I love the diecut window and the soft colors for the dogwoods.

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  101. Veronica ZSunday, July 29, 2012 at 12:40:00 PM EDT

    Oh my this is SO SO pretty! I love the soft colors, and dogwood blossoms are my favorite!

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  102. WidaSunday, July 29, 2012 at 8:09:00 PM EDT

    hi mom i really love your card

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