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Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Hero Arts Blog Hop January 2011

I'm so happy to be included in this week's Hero Arts Blog Hop. Check each day the week of January 10th, 2011 for the blog hoppinest fun and inspiration from the Hero Arts past hostesses! Definition of "hoppinest" is the best blog Hopping ever! But you'll never find that word in the dictionary. I just love the new 2011 stamps I received from Hero Arts to explore different techniques and designs.

If you find a broken link, you can always go back to the Hero Arts blog for the master list of blog links: Also, please email tami@heroarts.com and provide the blog address that has the bad link so we can fix it. Thanks!

You should have come from viewing the wonderful and talented Virginia and at the end of my comments, I'll pass you onto the next wonderful hop along the way.

Please leave a comment because every comment left along the hop gives you a chance to win new Hero Arts 2011 stamps!

This first card up is my favorite card of all and I didn't know what to do with it at first. Two inch blocks on black topped by 2 1/4 inch sparkly square on black background square. The Large Blossom, (CG271) was a late bloomer for me. I was fooling around with different embossing powders when I found some old glitter embossing powder that just pulled this whole card together.

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First card up is "Joy Ride", (CL481) with a scooter a go go. A button, ribbon and background of Dots and Flowers (S5213) on the scooter panel and Cling Dots (CG139) on kraft. I embossed the scooter and used some black Enamel Accents on some of the dots. The sentiment is from the same new set.

Next card, we have the new 2011 Hand Drawn Flower (CG285) and some oldies, but goodies, Cling Dots (CG139) and Just Wanted (CL175) with a little Black Enamel Accents for the center. EASY PEASY. You can vary the look of the flower by arranging the three flower layers with the bottom layer showing in the spaces. It looks like you have many more layers.

I really like how this came together. I love the silhouette from (CG265), "Getting Ready". I stamped a sentiment from "Glamorous" (CL 269) on the tag on front and I glued a slim black scallop border on the inside of the card with a sentiment from "Glamorous".

A "Special Note of Thanks", (CL499) lets me thank you for visiting. I heat embossed the wreath and used pencils to color in. However, I wanted a whiter white, so I used white Enamel Accents on the petals, which really pop the flowers on the kraft background. The sentiment would be good for a get well, sympathy, or just sending caring thoughts.

Now remember to leave a comment because every comment left along the hop gives you a chance to win new Hero Arts 2011 stamps!

Thanks for visiting and now to Sue's Inky Fingers. ENJOY!








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  1. TraceyJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    WONDERFUL creations!!! You showcased the stamps so well Arlene!!!

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  2. Suzanne CJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    Arlene... Wonderful cards. Love the richness of your plummy card. The scooter is sweet and love the flowers.

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  3. stamping sueJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:09 AM

    That scooter image reminds me of my childhood. Great cards! stamping sue

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  4. Virginia L.January 12, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    Love your glittery cards!Each one of them is made with such care and attention! Beautifully done, Arlene!

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  5. Sarah J MoermanJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    Wonderful cards, Arlene! You've been busy! :)

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  6. Sarah J MoermanJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:24 AM

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  7. JoyJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    Every single one of your cards Arlene are so beautiful, you have been one busy gal creating these beauties, hugs!

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  8. BarbJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    So fun to see all of these wonderful cards, Arlene! I love the way your Hand Drawn Flower looks! So elegant! And the scooter one is really cute! The purple and black combo is gorgeous on your first card too! Fabulous job, my friend!

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    Very nice cards. Thanks for sharing them. Margaret K.

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  10. stampingandstitchingJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    Wow Arlene, you've been busy! Wonderful cards and inspiration!

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  11. Jen W.January 12, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    These are all so fun and such a variety of styles! You're not helping me to whittle down my wish list... :)

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  12. LeniJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    Hi Arlene, Great work! I especially love the two last cards I think! I'm already in love with the wreath of leaves and the wreath with the little flowers!

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  13. judkajudiJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Arlene, this is an amazing showcase of the new stamps! The use of glitter ep in the first card really did pull it all together! I am loving that scooter!

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  14. Kelly BoothJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    Such wonderful Cards Arlene....Love what you did with your new stamps....Smooches!!

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  15. ~amy~January 12, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    such gorgeous cards...thanks for all the inspiration!

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  16. gberry14January 12, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    Lovely cards and the glitter just makes them dazzling! Love your wreath card too! -L. Berry

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  17. LynnJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    Those are wonderful cards, especially the one with the hand drawn flower :).

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    Thanks for sharing your work in this fun hop!

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  19. walchowDesignJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Beautiful designs, Arlene! Love the silhoutte card!

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  20. mdogJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    Fabulous cards - love the colors you used, too! Thanks for sharing

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  21. FleurJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    i love how you have used the silhouette stamp and the scooter card gives a great idea for a stamp i wouldnt have looked at, thanks

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  22. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    unique cards and love the use of textures

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  23. RosemaryJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    fantastic group of cards, arlene!! the first one is just stunning!

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  24. KryssiJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:13 AM

    wow you were busy as a stamping bee! beautiful work!

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  25. DwitaJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    So adorable, Arlene. Love the wreath...

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  26. Deb Walker Deb Stamps Life, LLC January 12, 2011 at 6:16 AM

    Your pink silhouette card is especially fabulous Arlene! Great work posted today!

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  27. Janet a.k.a. swanlady21January 12, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    A great set of cards. Love the first one - how you offset the top square

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  28. ShelleyJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    Wonderful cards!! Great jobb.

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  29. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    Cute cards - love the scooter!

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  30. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    the scooter image is SO adorable!
    love your cards, thanks for sharing!
    linda patti tpatti@windstream.net

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  31. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    Wow the purple and black flower card is really spectacular! Love the scooter too.

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  32. JacquelineJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    Your wreath card is so pretty, the chosen bow is perfect!

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  33. My name is Erika.January 12, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    I love the girl getting ready stamp and the card you made from it. Nice job!

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  34. NatJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    wonderful!! lovin these designs!

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  35. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    Wow, very pretty cards!

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  36. MarilynJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    I love the green scooter card, well done.

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  37. Isha GuptaJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    All the cards are Wonderful!!! Lots of details too.

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  38. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    Loved all the cards. I have several symphathy cards to do and the wreath card has inspired me. A big thanks for sharing.
    Sharon in Dayton

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  39. Nana GriffinJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    Great ideas! Love that sparkle on the first card.

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  40. SuzanaJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Extremely beautiful cards!

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  41. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    Lovely cards! I really love that wreath. So pretty!

    Lindastamps at gmail dot com

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  42. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Beautiful cards! Love the big flower!

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  43. FiorellaJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    So nice cards!!! Thanks for sharing them

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  44. tracyJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Wow what wonderfully creative cards. I love the new stamps and I cannot wait to start using them. Thanks for inspiring me. Tracy

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  45. Pam W MerwinJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    What wonderful cards! I love the first one with the squares and teh use of the black. I think I have two favorites: Love, love, love the handdrawn flower and the dimension. AND the wreath on the Kraft is gorgeous. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  46. ShannaJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    Such cute cards! Love!

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  47. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    cool cards, love the effects. bethann d

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  48. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    Great cards - I like the use of all the stamps. TFS!

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  49. stlbarbJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Yes, the Large Blossom card turned out gorgeous! Thanks for the inspiration.

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  50. Karina BeckJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    So beautiful Designs!!

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  51. Cathy FongjoyoJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    Wonderful cards. loving the sihlouette one ^^ thanks for sharing, arlene

    x
    cathy fong

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  52. Sue McRaeJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    So many wonderful cards Arlene! It looks like you had fun playing with the new stamps! I love the glittery goodness of the Large Blossom card.

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  53. PinksyDoodlesJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    These are beautiful! I love how you have added glossy bits to the first card and my favourite of them is all the card with the wreath on the Kraft card.
    Clare x

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  54. LinJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    What a beautiful assortment, Arlene! You've really shown off the versatality of these lovely stamps!

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  55. ConnieBJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    thanks for sharing your cards, lovley!
    Wonderful mix of techniques.

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  56. ThaliaJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Lovely cards. I like the idea of the enamal accents, really makes it pop! Thanks for sharing and the tips.

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  57. gaijinjoyJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    The purple card is a real looker! Great eye for color and design.

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  58. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Great job showing off what these stamps can do, Arlene! My favorite, I think, is that glittery goodie in the first slot. Yummy!

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  59. AgataJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Lovely creations!

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  60. Marie-AnneJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    You've made a lovely set of cards. Hard to choose a favorite one, because I like all for various resons.

    Marie-Anne

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  61. Wendy ten HoveJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Very nice colors on your cards and they shine and sparkle! Love that! The one with the big flower is my favorite, it looks golden, very nice!
    Hugs, Wendy

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  62. natashakaraJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Great cards. You really are working these new stamps:) Love your cards :))

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  63. ImapaperloverJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    these are great!

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  64. M. MiddelkoopJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Great cards! They are all so different! I really like the dimensional flower one. Thanks for sharing!

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  65. Ms. ArtsyLinJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    I like the Fabulous silhouette card. looks great. =) (i think if you can take brighter photos of the cards they will look even better. )

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  66. JessJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Thank you for all the inspiration today. I love that shimmery flower. Gorgeous!

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  67. Maureen MortonJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Darling cards - especially love how you used Large Blossom. It is most stunning! You rock, Arlene. Thanks!

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  68. Flo January 12, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    Nice cards. Good technique on the first.

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  69. NancyJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    Everyone is so unique, creative and beautiful, Arlene! I love all the sparkle!

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  70. LouiseJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Very nice cards, thanks for sharing

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  71. Faith MaupinJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Lovely cards! Thanks so much for sharing!!

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  72. newscrapperJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    How cute love the little scooter.
    Now I'm HOP HOP HOPING my way along.

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  73. Leslie RJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Love the ideas! Thanks for sharing.

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  74. Jacqueline SmithJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Wonderful cards thanks for sharing withus.

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  75. CindyJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Lovely Cards! Special Note of Thanks!

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  76. judyJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Beautiful cards, Arlene!

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  77. TracyJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Great cards...love the variety and all the inspiration.

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  78. BarbaraJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    All your cards are just great and I especially love the first one!

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  79. DebJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    I just LOVE cards on kraft! That wreath is just so stunning - simple yet elegant. I am also now wanting the "joy ride" set - that scooter is so cute. Thank you for sharing your beautiful creations!

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  80. {VICKI}January 12, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    great cards

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  81. BunnyfreakJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    Love the cards. Thanks for the tip on using the hand drawn flower stamp. I am going to have to try this.

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  82. Deb LorenceJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    All of these are wonderful Arlene!

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  83. ZiggyeorJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    ohh I love the glitter embossing on the first card. Just dazzling.

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  84. sagreen125January 12, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    love the last card.

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  85. margaretartJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Congratulations on being chosen to do the blog hop! Your work is wonderful!

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  86. Lisa CarrollJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Arlene, your cards are WONDERFUL! That scooter image is so cute, and I love what you did by putting it on a background.. genius! And I LOVE the wreath on the kraft with the bow - gorgeous! So many lovely creations... you rocked it! XO

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  87. margaretartJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Congratulations on being chosen to do the blog hop! Your work is wonderful!

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  88. JessicaJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Beautiful cards, Arlene! My fav is the Getting Ready stamped card - love it! TFS

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  89. CardcrafterJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    What nice cards! I do like the layout of the flowers in the squares. Also, I love glitter! Thank you for your super ideas!

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  90. Kathy EddyJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Adorable cards!

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  91. KrissyJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    love the wreath card!

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  92. sheilaJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    your cards are just beautiful! really love the elegant black and white flowers and adore the scooter.....had not considered that set of stamps but might now!!!

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  93. Cheryl JJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Beautiful cards and so many to look at. Especially love how you used the Hand Drawn Flower stamp. I love this card!! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  94. Hill Top CreationsJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    Lovely cards will be stealing some of the ideas hope you don't mind. Take Care

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  95. Kelly LatevolaJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    I love all the variety in your cards, so cute! My fav is the wreath though. The image is gorgeous and the gingham ribbon gives it a homey feel that I adore :)

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  96. Julie MJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Gorgeous cards, Arlene - I particularly love the first one, stunning rich colours, and the last - love that coloured wreath on kraft.

    Julie

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  97. KristinJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    All the cards are so cute!!! It makes me want to pull out my stamps and powders right now!!!

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  98. Kelly SrokaJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    I really love your cards. You seem to pay so much attention to the details on each one which really makes them stand out!

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  99. CatieJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    great ideas, thanks for sharing

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  100. CassiJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    beautiful card with large blossom stamp, so pretty!

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  101. Pat CastilloJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    I LOVE your cards--especially the first one w/silver! Lovely!

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  102. LindaJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    great idea of accenting some dots in the background. And the shiny flower is simply amazing!

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  103. ScrapycandyJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    So gorgeous! and I just realized that although I love Hero Arts stamps, I've never won one! Thanks for all your hard work!

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  104. Margaret KJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Lovely cards Arlene

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  105. NancyJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Arlene, what a lovely display of cards...they run the gamut from elegant to playful to wonderfully sweet and I love them all!
    blessings...

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  106. Daria Z.January 12, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Fantastic cards, Arlene! That first one is gorgeous with the glittered top layer. My favorite, though, is the "thank you" at the end...just love it!

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  107. PeggyJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    I like the glittery embossing powder on the first card.
    God bless,
    Peggy Allen

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  108. Anette HJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    ALL of these cards are just gorgeous, Arlene!!! So creative!

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  109. CinnamonSallyJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Stunning Arlene, You are making me want even more of the new stamps!!!!

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  110. Robin K.January 12, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Love the design and rich colors you used with the Large Blossom cling Arlene! And love how the flower wreath just pops against the kraft bg! You did a wonderful job on all your creations! Hugs, Robin :)

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  111. brendaJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Your cards are so amazing! I really loved the first one and the enamel accents on the wreath flowers was perfect!

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  112. Janet L.January 12, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Great, great cards. I love the beautiful colors and all the fabulous details you used!

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  113. Vera Yates (Ling)January 12, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Arlene, what a beautiful lined up you have today! All the cards are gorgeous. Love that one with big flower.

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  114. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    I'm loving all the layered flowers in this blog hop! TFS!

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  115. gardenerJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    What a wonderful variety of styles. How versatile you are. From the very elegant flowers to the fun scooter and silhoutte to the delicate wreath. Hard to pick a favorite, but I am always looking for sympathy/caring thoughts type of cards so especially appreciate that one. Thanks so very much

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  116. SherylHJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    Love your cards, particularly the first one with the Large Blossom -- such a great way to use this image!

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  117. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    What wonderful cards.Thanks for sharing! Wanda

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  118. LynnJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    These sets are just so versatile. I love your ideas.

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  119. Jnett's PlaceJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Great cards and I think I'm most drawn to the one with the stamp "Sending Caring Thoughts".

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  120. PetraJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Wunderschöne Werke sind das!
    GlG
    Petra

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  121. Mary Jane WJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    All your cards are wonderful. I especially like the one with the layered flower. TFS

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  122. TinneJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Those stamps are so yummy :p
    Very nice creations!!

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  123. Judy1223January 12, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Arlene, all of your cards are wonderful! I especially love the wreath and the scooter!

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  124. slbt17January 12, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    fun cards - love the little extras.
    Sandra ltb

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  125. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Hi Lovely i like the little scooter and the flower is beautiful great inspiration for me Karen

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  126. SandyJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    What wonderful cards you have created. I love your use of colors and other materials on these. Thanks so for sharing.

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  127. SarahJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    *love* the way you used enamel accents in the last card. And that gingham ribbon? The sweetest touch.

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  128. Kathy (krolski)January 12, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    Beautiful cards!! LOVE that last card. So pretty! I'm lovin this HA blog hop!

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  129. Robin CooperJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    The first one is definitely my favorite! Very pretty! Thank you for your inspiration!

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  130. Nellie FoleyJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    I love the wreath stamp and found you had some great ideas, especially using the white pen on the flowers! Your blog has some GoRgeOus stuff!!!

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  131. Renée StorchJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    I love the Just Wanted to Say Thanks card. Beautifully done.

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  132. Diana N.January 12, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Great cards made using great stamps!

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  133. Sandy AngJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Lovely. my fav is the silhouette card of the lady at her make-up table. Such a unique image!

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  134. jaemomJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Just lovely, Arlene! The large blossom card is gorgeous with the glitter ep. Great block look. Cute embossed scooter with various black enamel accents (cool!) and the layered hand drawn flower is sooo pretty in gold! Getting ready card is so chic, and love how you got the bright white to pop on the kraft on the wreath!

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  135. SannaSJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Beautiful elegant cards!! =)
    Hugs, SannaS

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  136. HellaJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Great cards!

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  137. nancy yJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    what great cards, you're very talented!

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  138. Little TJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Cool cards. I like the sparkle you put in them.

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  139. GrammySue's CreationsJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Arlene, your cards are awesome -- you have inspired me.

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  140. AliJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Very nice cards.

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  141. scrapaholicJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    The wreath card is simply beautiful. Wonderful work...

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  142. Maryse N.January 12, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Great cards! Glitter makes me happy every time.

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  143. MarilynJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Absolutely beautiful, Arlene!! Love them all! :)

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  144. Tammie KoehnenJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Fabulous cards Arlene! I just LOVE the floral wreath card! Thanks for the inspiration. :)

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  145. Teresa W.January 12, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Arlene, beautiful cards!!! Love the first card too. Thanks for your great inspiration.

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  146. jazy1mJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Love your cards. T he large flower is my favorite. Thank you for sharing your ideas and talent

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  147. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    the purple mosaic card with the large blossom was my favorite too!
    All your cards are lovely- and you have alot of variety in your style.
    Thank you
    Holly

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  148. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    These are Lovely Arlene,Thanks for sharing!

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  149. DianeJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Love the first card the most, but all are amazing! Diane

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  150. Becs AttwoodJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Great cards with some lovely stamps. Maybe HA's next definition background stamp should include your "hoppinest" definition! Thanks for sharing.

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  151. Linda EJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Arlene I love your take on using the flower stamps. The scooter is too much fun. Thanks for all the inspiration.

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  152. Suzanne BouchardJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    It is interesting to see all you can do with the background flower stamp. Amazing!

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  153. thearthurzJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Lovely cards! Great job!

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  154. angeliclady1January 12, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Arlene...I can't decide if the black squares or the hand drawn flower is my favorite. The scooter took me way back.

    Anna

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  155. SabineJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Lovely cards. My favourite is the last one.

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  156. mtscrapgalJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    Love your cards. Thanks for your lovely inspiration.

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  157. MarilynJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Love the glitz and glam. So cute and refreshing.

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  158. Kelly MassmanJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    How striking!

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  159. PatriciaJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    so beautifula cards Arlene I love it =P

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  160. jillJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Very nice cards....lots of inspiration!!

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  161. ElaineJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Really pretty cards - love the getting ready silhouette!!

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  162. NonaJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Lovely cards! Thank you for sharing :)

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  163. katemade designsJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    I really like what you've done with Hand Drawn Flowers

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  164. JoyceJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    I love the cards you created! I definitely have to have the hand drawn flower - very cool.

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  165. MelBosJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    All the cards are lovely - but my favourite is the Thank you garland.

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  166. Ashley NewellJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Very pretty!

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  167. JoanLJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Great cards, Arlene! Love the purple glittery goodness. Beautifully done!!

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  168. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Love, love the cards. Thanks for sharing.

    Linda D.

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  169. CarolJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Fabulous creations, thanks for sharing your talent with us all!

    Carol B
    ciaoitalia2007(at)gmail(dot)com

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  170. Cindy C.January 12, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Each card gives a different feelings, and all are wonderful Arlene!

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  171. patscrapJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Gorgeous cards ! I love them all.
    Thanks for sharing.

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  172. Sue DJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Fabulous cards! My favorite is the last one where you used the enamel accents to really make the flowers pop.

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  173. JanetJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    You've done a wonderful job--amazing!

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  174. smahrtyJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Great cards! Thanks for sharing in the hop.

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  175. MariJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    That first one is so dramatic - gorgeous! Love the dimensional flower and the wreath, and, and, and! :)

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  176. GerJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Beautifully made cards. My wish list is waaaay too long! Ger x.

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  177. Cathy AJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Arlene, these are gorgeous, I love what you have done with the flower wreath on kraft...I will be case -ing that one if you will let me!

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  178. FroggietalksJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    What lovely creations! I am not usually a fan of an all black card, but that one with the glitter just pops, and with the blossom, looks really elegant.

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  179. LillaMinneJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Nice idea to use parts of a bacground stamp to make smaler images and then use them all together. Im already starting to think about how I could use that idea in my on projects

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  180. Larissa HeskettJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    WOW!! I JUST LOVE THE CARDS YOU MADE FOR THE BLOG HOP!! THANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING THEM WITH US!! I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE MORE AND I HOPE YOU HAVE A FABULOUS DAY!! =)

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  181. any63January 12, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    bonjour
    très jolies cartes!

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  182. KarenJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Your cards are so pretty. The silhouette is my favorite.

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  183. InspiredAppleJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Your cards are wonderful!

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  184. BrendaJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    You have been very busy Arlene! Love your creations! The addition of Glossy Accents and enamel accents on a number of your cards truly makes the images pop! Love the Scooter!

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  185. Sharon D from CanadaJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Beautiful cards, Arlene! Your glittered large blossom panel looks stunning on black - love it! And I adore your sweet wreath card - yummy colouring on kraft! You're really rocking those enamel accents, too!

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  186. DonnaJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Great cards, thank you for sharing!!

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  187. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Your glittery card is my favorite! Olga.

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  188. GosiaJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Thank you for inspiration :)

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  189. DustyPenny (Joy Ott)January 12, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Great cards, Arlene!

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  190. MDHARTJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    Stunning cards. Love the wreath card - beautiful!!

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  191. BeverlyJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    Love the first card....I liked how you tiled it and then popped out the same image!

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  192. mama.leaJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Love your cards.

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  193. My Happy Place by VanessaJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Great cards! The embossed scooter looked 3D. Very cool. The Hand Drawn Flower stamp was really neat:)
    ~Vanessa W

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  194. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    Love the hand drawn flower and the sophisticated floral card. Just beautiful!

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  195. StephJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Gorgeous work! Thank you for sharing!

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  196. Life On the Scrappy Side StoreJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    I am so excited about the new stamps the getting ready is so wonderful! The scooter I will use a lot lol my son is always on his! tfs
    Barbara

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  197. ClareJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    Fabulous cards! The glitter embossing card is my fave too! Absolutely stunning!

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  198. RobynJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    The clear embossing on the scooter is sooo cool! And the black enamel accents make the scooter stand out even more. Great job!

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  199. AtticelfJanuary 12, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    I especially love the last card. You're right - the white really makes it.

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  200. Linda aka OzJanuary 12, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Hi Arlene old friend. So good to see you again. My it has been so long.. has your granddaughter finished college yet? hehe
    Great cards Arlene, hasn't this been fun?

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