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Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Valentine Hugs

Hello everyone!  I've been  a crafting fool in the last three days:  these hands of mine made 8 cards.  Eight!  That's pretty amazing, 'cause I thought my creative mojo left town.  I just haven't felt 'myself' for a while.  Some days I wanted to get crafty but didn't have the time; some days I had the time but no desire.  I'll take it when I can get it.  :-)

Here's a Valentine to show --


It started with the pretty row-of-hearts sticker from K & Co., and grew from there.  I chose two papers from K & Co.'s Madeline paper pad to coordinate with the sticker and put on a few goodies to dress it up: half a die cut (Amira Flourish by Memory Box), a little tag with the word 'hugs' from Inspired By Stamping's Little Phrases II, some sheer pink ribbon and natural twine, and a few pearls.


I'm playing along here:



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I'll be sure to come back here and share more cards soon.  Thank you SO much for your visit today!

Hugs,



Dimensions: 4.25" x 5.5"
Stamps: Little Phrases II - Inspired By Stamping
Paper: white - PTI; Crumb Cake - SU; Madeline - K & Co.
Ink: Frayed Burlap - Ranger; Memento Tuxedo Black - Tsukineko
Fibers: sheer pink ribbon - Stamp Simply Ribbon Store; twine - Creative Impressions
Other: pearls; Scalloped Tag punch - Martha Stewart; heart sticker - K & Co.; Amira Flourish die - Memory Box
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37 comments:

  1. Julie RanaeJanuary 22, 2013 at 9:13 PM

    Oh Col....this is absolutely BEAUTIFUL!

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  2. Annette AllenJanuary 22, 2013 at 9:55 PM

    what a sweet card..I love those hearts...

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  3. Rom-aJanuary 22, 2013 at 9:57 PM

    niesamowicie piękna praca, napatrzeć się nie mogę, brawo!!

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  4. SindhuJanuary 22, 2013 at 9:59 PM

    This is awesome..very beautiful... Love the greens on your card...simple yet elegant...

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  5. Lisa EltonJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:39 PM

    How PRETTY! Love those lovely little hearts all lined up, very romantic!

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  6. Andrea EwenJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    Beautiful, Colleen...love the softness of this card and the subtle pastel colors...great job!

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  7. Holly AKA KopyKatJanuary 22, 2013 at 11:50 PM

    Wow, this is so beautiful, love the dp and the fabulous design

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  8. Vicki DutcherJanuary 23, 2013 at 12:08 AM

    Isn't it fun when ideas strike! Good for you.

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  9. JenniferJanuary 23, 2013 at 12:52 AM

    Lovely card! Hug to you too =) so happy you found the time and creativity to knock out 8 cards!

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  10. ~Tammy~January 23, 2013 at 5:26 AM

    Super sweet love the row of hearts!

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  11. Jessi FoganJanuary 23, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    You & me both! Either no time or no mojo - now I'm hoping for a crafty stretch. It's about time already :)
    I love the embellishment cluster you made, with the swirls and twine and ribbon and tag! So many simple little items coming together beautifully!

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  12. krcmasterpieceJanuary 23, 2013 at 6:55 AM

    Love the row of hearts and your little sentiment with the flourish & ribbon! Great card.

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  13. Emily KeatonJanuary 23, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    So gorgeous, Colleen! That lovely color combo is so fresh and springy for V-day! Sweet and romantic, all in one. :)

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  14. Paper Creations by ShirleyJanuary 23, 2013 at 7:59 AM

    Gorgeous Colleen ! Love the little hearts, the colours and your pretty bow ! Great design and welcome back to your creative MoJo! I think all of us wonder why it leaves us sometimes. Happy creating ! Shirleyx

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  15. Julie Tucker-WolekJanuary 23, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    Wow wow wowwwwwwwwww! This is GORGEOUS!! I love love love those hearts!!!

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  16. AnitaJanuary 23, 2013 at 10:39 AM

    Sooo gorgeous and I love those pretty papers!

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  17. Sue Lelli January 23, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    OOOH! LOVE that row of hearts, your tiny tag, and that FAB flourish! So PRETTY, Colleen! And eight cards! I NEED some of your mojo!

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 12:13 PM

    So happy to see you join in our challenge this week Colleen :-) I LOVE your card its super adorable!!! Thanks for sharing your wonderful card this week at CCCB!! :-)

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 1:35 PM

    wow i'm nuts about this card - the soft pastels and the rich distressed patterns. great job! thanks for sharing it with us at Really Reasonable Ribbon! - Vivian

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  20. StellaJanuary 23, 2013 at 2:42 PM

    It;s always great to hear that you are in a creative mood. You go girl:)!!!And quite productive( for me 1 card each week is the limit the last few weeks...)
    Love the subtle addition of that Amira flourish die and your felt hearts are perfect. Wow!
    XX

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  21. MariaJanuary 23, 2013 at 4:49 PM

    This card couldn't be any lovelier, Colleen! Very pretty pinks and greens! The row of hearts are so sweet! Glad you went with your creative mood and made great success! Take care, hugs!

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  22. Janny's Cards CreationsJanuary 23, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    what a sweet card, with valentine Hugs.
    Janny

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  23. MackieMade Paper CreationsJanuary 23, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    So pretty! LOVE the colors!!!!!!!! And the embellies on the UL corner are fabulous!

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  24. BonnieJanuary 23, 2013 at 7:32 PM

    I've been feeling the same since before Christmas. I think I just got burned out. It's coming back slowly but surely! Looks like your Mojo is definitely in the house. I love the non-traditional colors. You dressed up the sticker beautifully!

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  25. BenziJanuary 23, 2013 at 10:39 PM

    The sticker hearts are so sweet and I love the Amira flourish. Glad your mojo is coming back. I'm sure it leaves us all at one time or another.
    Beautiful card!

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  26. Martha HerreraJanuary 23, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    This card is breath-taking! The patterned paper is beautiful, and those little hearts are perfect!

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  27. Ros CrawfordJanuary 24, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    Oh Colleen this is beautiful! I really love your style ... Thanks so much for playing at CCCB!

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  28. Kirsty VittetoeJanuary 24, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    This is so lovely, I like the colors, the hearts and pretty bow, thanks for sharing it with us at CCCB!

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  29. Dr Sonia S VJanuary 24, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    WOW this looks so stunning..love the colors and the hearts idea
    Cheers
    Dr Sonia

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  30. Leslie MillerJanuary 26, 2013 at 12:38 AM

    Oh, beautiful! Those hearts are so pretty. A bit of whimsy on such a flourishy sophisticated background. I LOVE it!

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  31. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Oh my goodness girly. I don't know how I missed this card. But I have to say it is gorgeous. I just love it. It's perfect for our challenge. So glad you played along with us over at CCCB!

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  32. chilli pipJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    Wow Colleen this is so super stylish. Love the layout of the hearts and the soft bow.Keep them coming

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  33. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    Very beautiful card. Thanks so much for playing along in the Valentine/Love and Ribbon challenge at Really Reasonable Ribbon. Huggs....Ginny from Polly's.

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  34. Audrey HiltkeJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:15 PM

    What a stunner Colleen!! I never knew 20 year old lace could look so good - but it sure does look amazing on your project. Beautiful design - love the colors.
    Hugs,
    Audrey

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  35. Audrey HiltkeJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:20 PM

    Tee hee hee - that last comment was meant for a different card :)!! This card however is worthy of a second comment anyway - it's BREATHTAKING!!!!!!!! No, seriously - I am in love with the papers, the hearts on hearts, the fun pearls - and the oh so amazing and special bow/tag design. Love it!!
    Blessings,
    Audre

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  36. ~ Kendra ~January 30, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    Such a beautiful card design!! Love it!

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  37. Carol HurlockJanuary 31, 2013 at 6:46 AM

    Oh my gosh how cute! I love the row of sweet hearts and how you used the little die piece in the corner. Just stunning.
    Bear Hugs,
    Carol

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Thank you so much for your visit today! May God bless you!

Hugs,
Colleen

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