Friday, August 19, 2011

My Creative Time's August Stamp release BLOG HOP!

Today is the day, hurray!!!!!  My Creative Time's stamps are now available!!! Trust me ORDER EARLY!
You should have arrived here from Leanne's blog.
Today I am showcasing
"Gift Card Sentiments stamp" set and
the "Embossed Gift Card Holder"
For my first project I added the Gift Card Holder to a big tag.  A lot of times when I give a gift card I like to include a little something with it.  I made this tag to attach to a cute gift bag.  I made the flower with some burlap I picked up at a Scrapbook Expo and a Tim Holtz Bigz die.


My Supplies:

TPC Studio Girlfriends Collection
Hibiscus Burst Cardstock  -  PTI
Burlap from my stash
Sizzix Alterations Bigz Die - Tattered Florals
Crop-A-Dial and Eyelet
K&CO brad
Irock and Jolees gems
Worn Lipstick Distress Ink

For my second project I did a back to school theme.  I used the stitching stamps from the set to make a tic-tac-toe board.
For this I used:
Emma's Gift Card die and Gift Card Sentiments stamp set
Me and My Big Ideas School Days Pad
Pure Poppy Cardstock and Ribbon, Blueberry Sky Cardstock  -  PTI
Brads from Michaels
Aged Brick Distress Ink
Tonic Distress Tool


***GIVEWAY ALERT***
For my giveway today, I am giving away the "Stitched Oval Die"die! All you have to do is leave a comment here along w/the rest of the design team's blogs AND also leave a way for me to contact you! You have "11" chances to win! All you have to do is leave a comment on ALL blogs in this hop! EASY PEASY!!! GOOD LUCK!:)
Here is the Blog Hop Line Up
Cathryn - You Are Here

Your next stop is Jen's blog.  Have a great time hopping!
Love and Hugs,
Cathryn :)
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112 comments:

  1. Cindy LovellAugust 19, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    WOW,Cathryn!! The are both fabulous!! I totaly love the flower you have made on the first one!! Great idea!! :)
    Hugs,
    Cindy

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  2. pruttybirdAugust 19, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Love the gift card holder die! That is definitely on my list of things to buy :)

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  3. jenAugust 19, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Cathryn you did an awesome job!!! I love the pink one....just love it!!! Awesome job.tfs
    hugs,jen

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  4. VickiAugust 19, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Beautiful cards. Love the colors on both. TFS.


    Vicki
    vwilson577 at yahoo.com

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  5. GloraAugust 19, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    These are AMAZING!!!! Beautiful job on each one. Love that burlap flower - so cute. Also great use of the stitched stamp for your tic-tac-toe. So creative. Beautiful job! Hugs- Glora

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  6. JovanAugust 19, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    They are so cute! Love the gift card holder!

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  7. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    I love the gift card die! Such a great idea. Your projects are adorable. Thanks for sharing!

    pthoreson04 AT gmail DOT com

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  8. Jeanne SAugust 19, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Love what you did with the gift card die!! Fabulous project!!

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  9. GiaAugust 19, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    I just love this die and stamp set! Cute projects :)

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  10. Felicia - Scrapper in the MakingAugust 19, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    I can cetainly use a Mani/Pedi right now. Love both your cards. Smooches... Felicia - frankleecrafts [at] gmail [dot] com

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  11. OCCricutAugust 19, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    I simply LOVE these stamps and dies!!! Love all your creations!

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  12. BarbaraAugust 19, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    I love the gift card holder die. It is the one a purchased today...wish I could have them all. Your project is great. I love all the ideas.

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  13. KimberlyAugust 19, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Super cute! I cant wait to get my hands on the stamps and dies! Great creations!!!

    Kimberly
    Kim_Kreations

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  14. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Wow, I LOVE the pink gift bag & holder!! So Chic!!

    Thanks for sharing your amazing ideas. :-)

    Alisha S
    jascheide at msn dot com

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  15. Gabriela SandovalAugust 19, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Great projects. Love the stamps.

    Gaby

    Gaby@hispaniclifestyle.com

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  16. CherylAugust 19, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Cathryn both your gift card holders are so cute! All the posts of your projects this week have been outstanding.

    surfnfroggie at aol dot com

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  17. MelissaAugust 19, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Darling projects. The tic tac toe is very clever

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  18. Marianne (Mash)August 19, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    SUPER great projects!! I am in love with this die and stamp set!! Glad I ordered early!! :)

    im_mari723 at yahoo dot com

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  19. YvonneAugust 19, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    WOW is right! I just LOVE all of your projects! Thank you so much for all the inspiration. ~Yvonne OneCreativeMomma.blogspot.com

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  20. KateAugust 19, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Love your projects Cathryn. Both of them turned out great!

    Hugs,
    Kate

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  21. Crafting KatieAugust 19, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    I love your projects, Cathryn! What a fun idea to incorporate the gift card holder onto a tag for the first one, and the tic-tac-toe apples on the 2nd is just too cute!

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  22. JanetAugust 19, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Verycute Love the school themed one the best. TFS
    http://ladyluvbug.blogspot.com/

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  23. AmiAugust 19, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Wonderful cards! Love what you did with the burlap.

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  24. SharAugust 19, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    Great projects!!! I love all the sweet details you've added to the gift card holders. Way cute!!!

    HUGS
    Shar

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  25. My Creative TimeAugust 19, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    JUST AMAZING!!!! I just LOVE that you put the gift card holder onto a tag aND how genius was that to use the stitching to make a tic tac toe!!!! WOW!!! Like I said before, I truly have the BEST team & you have NO idea how much I appreciate ALL of YOU!
    BIG Gypsy Hugs,
    Emma;)

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  26. mamawcindyAugust 19, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Just Love your Card and Gift Card Holder. Love the school one. My Grandson just started Kindergarten. Thanks for Sharing. :0)
    cindymarshall63 at hotmail dot com

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  27. Sue AlgerAugust 19, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    I really like both of your cards. The burlap flower is unique and something I must try. I'm glad I already placed my order with Emma in the early a.m. because I think these are going to sell out.

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  28. CassandraAugust 19, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    These are so cute! I love the gift card idea. Got my order in already :)

    cassandracaubleatyahoodotcom
    www.ctimz3.blogspot.com

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  29. Shorty CreationsAugust 19, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    These projects are fabulous! I love how you made the 1st one larger by placing the gift card holder on another piece of card stock. Great job this week... I'm super inspired :)

    www.shortycreations.com

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  30. Scrappin with the bugAugust 19, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    So adorable Loving the cards they are great.
    Nice color choice.

    Thanks for sharing.

    Terri_ski at yahoo dot com

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  31. bonnieAugust 19, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Such cute projects sweetie fab colors! ;) Hugs x

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  32. CRAZY4 CHRISTAugust 19, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Great job with the holders!! Love the flower and the tic tac toe!! Thanks for the chance to win!!
    Kristan
    sierrababy08 at hotmail dot com

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  33. BunnyfreakAugust 19, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Love that flower.

    http://digipage-blog.everything-digital-scrapbooking.com

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  34. AmandaAugust 19, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    These are super cute! I love the Back to School one!

    amandawoodau at hotmail dot com

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  35. RachelAugust 19, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    I love how you did 2 different gift card holders to showcase your versatility as a crafter! raecholor@gmail.com

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  36. jordanbev5@yahoo.comAugust 19, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Love how you backed the card with another die cut! Makes it look totally different and the tic tac toe with the apples is adorable!!
    Bevelry
    jordanbev5@yahoo.com
    Beverly's Blog
    www.beverlyjordan.blogspot.com

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  37. Pam (AKA CraftyK)August 19, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Awesome job! Love that flower on the first gift card!
    croptilludrop23@gmail.com

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  38. AshleyAugust 19, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    These are both sooooo adorable!!I love the colors on them both!!

    Ashley
    ScrappinAsh at gmail dot com

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  39. quilt4fun2August 19, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Great job on the cards...gave me an idea to make like a quilt with the stitching :D this has been a wonderful hop!
    quit 4 fun 2 at hot mail dot com

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  40. scrappin2babygirlsAugust 19, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    great cards they're both super cute. thanks for sharing and the chance to win.
    -jamie
    babyblueangel_30@yahoo.com

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  41. joydee1963August 19, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    I love both of your great card!so cute.Love the pink burlap flower.New follower,joydee1963 at yahoo dot com

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  42. ehbostAugust 19, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Hi Cathryn,
    Both cards for this presentation are great. They're very creative. TFS I have so many techniques to remember. Soooooo good.

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  43. Kathy SalidoAugust 19, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Both project are so cute, but I love the mani pedi one the best!!
    Kathy
    salido99 at msn dot com
    http://3spoileddogs.blogspot.com/

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  44. ehbostAugust 19, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    Just in case........(ehbost[at]yahoo[dot]com)

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  45. Kris in AlaskaAugust 19, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Love them both! TFS!

    Kris in Alaska
    funamom at yahoo dot com

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  46. VICTORIAAugust 19, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Cathryn great job on the cards.

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  47. Martha galvezAugust 19, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    I just love, love, love this die!! Thank you for sharing.
    pattig161@yahoo.com

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  48. LydiaAugust 19, 2011 at 4:36 PM

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  49. LydiaAugust 19, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    sooo beautiful xxx
    lydiawalker@hotmail.co.uk

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  50. jannerAugust 19, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    I love the gift card holder die. Amazing job! Are those apples brads?

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  51. MarissaAugust 19, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    What a nice job! I love the tic-tac-toe!


    rissaflor atyahoo dotcom

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  52. CathieFormanAugust 19, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    I love your gift card holders. This die is so versatile. It is on my list.
    cathieforman at hotmail dot com

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  53. Crooked ScrapperAugust 19, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Beautiful gift card holders. Love the gift card die. TFS!!!
    cowbelleru@sbcglobal.net

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  54. lovescrapreflectAugust 19, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    love both of these awesome job calebwmartin@yahoo.com

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  55. Jamie - oohLaLaPaperieAugust 19, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    I love it! Putting the gift card holder on a big tag is such a great idea! It is so super cute!

    Jamie
    Http://oohlalapaperie.blogspot.com
    Oohlalapaperie at gmail dot com

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  56. CarolAugust 19, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Super cute projects! Thanks for a chance to win!

    Carol B
    ciaoitalia2007(at)gmail(dot)com

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  57. GeriAugust 19, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    totally adorable! Love the flower

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  58. EvelynAugust 19, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    WOW these are great! TFS
    Evelyn
    evinadas.blogspot.com

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  59. Sunshine HoneyBeeAugust 19, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Enjoying the blog hop. Like everyone's creativity.
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"
    http://CreatedbySunshineHoneyBee.blogspot.com

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  60. TinaAugust 19, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    These are so cute.

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  61. TyTynNiyasmomAugust 19, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    I love your projects! So creative!

    Candace
    mypassion4scrappin.blogspot.com

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  62. MimiAugust 19, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Wonderful projects and I agree, this is a great idea from Emma! Placed my order but think I might be too late for the one dye! Oh well, it will come a little later.

    mimi2trentdrew.blogspot.com

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  63. Sherrie K.August 19, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Cathryn~you totally are amazing with your projects! I am so inspired everytime I swing by. Love all the stamps:) Thanks for sharing~outstanding job on showcasing these stamps!!!!
    Sherrie K
    http://sherriescraps.blogspot.com

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  64. Maureen ReissAugust 19, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Super cute!! Love the tic tac toe card holder!!
    reissfam10 at aol dot com

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  65. Kerry TAugust 19, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Beautiful projects. I also like to give a little something with a gift card. Thanks for the inspiration.
    Kerry

    mommakcraft.blogspot.com

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  66. EmilyAugust 19, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    These are just too cute :) I love your work!

    Emily (coolcricutcreations at yahoo dot com)

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  67. KatieAugust 19, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Love the ladies tag - very cute and sexy at the same time! lukeyloodesigns.blogspot.com

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  68. Denise-ScrapmouseAugust 19, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Cute giftcard holder! Thanks for sharing.

    coupondenise at live dot com

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  69. Cindy BelandAugust 19, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Hi Cathryn,WOW I LOVE both of your sweet little Gift Card Holder!They are soo ADORABLE with all the great details and colors,AMAZING job as always my friend!!:)

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  70. ShariAugust 19, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Really cute cards, love them both. Good to see an example showing the 3x3 square3 used as a focal point on a larger card. Love that you didn't set it on the card squarely. TFS
    syoung6987 at aol dot com

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  71. ShariAugust 19, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Love both cards and all of the stamp sets and dies too! TFS
    syoung6987 at aol dot com

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  72. Angela PyjasAugust 19, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    Great way to use the new die and stamo set! Great job! TFS!
    ash2jay@aol.com

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  73. KathyAugust 19, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    OMG, I just love this. Such a cute idea. Miss ya Cathryn!
    Hugs,
    Kathy
    http://the3esblog.blogspot.com

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  74. Kimberly J.August 19, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    I just adore this and your flower is so super cute!!!
    Kimberly
    cutie.jensen at gmail.com

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  75. JeriAugust 19, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Love both projects. That flower on the first one made of burlap is so unique. And the tic tac toe board with the stitching line stamps is simply a fabulous design idea. Well done!!!

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  76. UnknownAugust 19, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    Love that gift card die.

    Sue
    rolfe974@prodigy.net

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  77. Sue DAugust 20, 2011 at 12:05 AM

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  78. Sue DAugust 20, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Great projects--I like your burlap flower.
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  79. stefeniAugust 20, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Very cute gift cards! You really did a great job on both.

    spunkycrayon at yahoo dot com

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  80. Georgi GirlAugust 20, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    Cathryn, all your projects were terrific this week! Great job! Love that gift card holder for the first day of school!
    georgifelix at verizon dot net

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  81. lindagk23August 20, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    Your gift card holders are adorable! You did an amazing job! And love how you made the tic tac toe on the back to school one! Thanks so much for sharing and have a wonderful weekend! lindagk23

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  82. AUSTINSGRAMMAugust 20, 2011 at 1:18 AM

    Both of your creations are really fabulous.

    tfs
    hugs
    bobbi

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  83. KnT Designs by TeresaAugust 20, 2011 at 1:50 AM

    Very nice, I love this new die. I ordered mine, can't wait to get it.

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  84. PurrbalAugust 20, 2011 at 3:33 AM

    Very pink! Love it... I enjoy seeing teacher gifts more to see what other people give their kids teachers. TFS!

    shannon aka purrbal >^..^<

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  85. kimmieAugust 20, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Both projects are adorable. The gift card die is so cool. Thanks for sharing

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  86. Kards by KathiAugust 20, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    I just bought the gift card holder as alot of my family love gift cards. This tag would be a great addition to my collection. Thanks for your time and talent.

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  87. KarenanAugust 20, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Love, love, love your projects! So many different ways to use the new releases!
    bkantalick@sbcglobal.net

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  88. MeganAugust 20, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Both of these are absolutely fabulous! I love the flower!

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  89. UnknownAugust 20, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    The more I see the more I know I have to have this. Emma is a genious. Your work is beautiful thanks for sharing. Mindy1qc@msn.com

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  90. Brenda66August 20, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Your cards are so adorable!! I just love your creativity!Thanks for sharing!

    bolvera66@yahoo.com

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  91. Stacey's Creative CornerAugust 20, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Wow! I love that burlap flower and the tic tac board is adorable!! Great projects!

    Stacey
    staceyscreativecorner.blogspot.com

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  92. TheLastOfNineAugust 20, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    I love how you attached the gift card holder to the large tag, it gives it more substance.
    GloriaH

    thelastofnine@gmail.com

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  93. Tami B.August 20, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    How cute. I really love the back to school card you made. I just thought Emma's last release was my favorite and it was-- until this one!

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  94. Creative DivaAugust 20, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    This is incredibly beautiful. I love the sentiment. Thanks for the chance to win. Already a follower.

    Hugs,
    Patty
    creativediva98.blogspot.com
    creativediva98 at gmail dot com

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  95. AmyTAugust 20, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    This is so cute. I love the flower. Beautiful job.

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  96. CherylAugust 20, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    The burlap made the card for me. How creative!!

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  97. ginnyeAugust 20, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    The back to school tag is my fave! Both are great!!

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  98. dreamerAugust 20, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    just love the way you do your cards
    that on my shopping list the gift card holder wendy at littleal1@bigpond.com.au

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  99. Sandy from UkiahAugust 20, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Wow, 100 comments. I love what you have done with the gift card... super cute. I love all of them. hugs

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  100. Lady FairAugust 20, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    Very cute! Love your choice of papers and embellishments.

    lflinesatcomcastdotnet

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  101. Hawks Nest HobbiesAugust 20, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    Such cute projects,the flower is beautiful with perfect color combinations all top off with a perfect sentiment.

    Debbie H.

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  102. RAPAugust 20, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    I like your idea of attaching the gift card holder to a tag with a small gift. Great ideas.

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  103. lmkindell1August 20, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Love the gift cards they are really cute.

    Linda

    lmkindell1@verizon.net
    lindashappyplace.blogspot.com

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  104. UnknownAugust 20, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    omgosh those are too pretty!! i love it!!!


    tfs

    felkatz at gmail dot com

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  105. The Archiving AngelAugust 20, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    Hi Cathryn, just catching up on your blog. I must say your gift tag & other creations have been just fantastic. I have enjoyed catching up . Your creativity is so refreshing & inspiring. You really did a wonderful job.
    Crafty best wishes,
    Sonia

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  106. Kris DietzAugust 20, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    What great projects! I love that they both have such different looks. I so want this die.

    Kris
    dietzrobles at yahoo dot com

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  107. ctibbmnAugust 20, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    Very creative gift card holders - awesome idea to make the tic tac toe board with that stamp!!

    ctibbmn at yahoo dot com

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  108. AnonymousAugust 21, 2011 at 12:55 AM

    Adorable!

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  109. MLiss3August 21, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Love this die and stamp card set. I also love the burlap flower idea. So cute!
    trepanierm@comcast.net

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  110. littlenAugust 21, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    very nice cards. tfs.

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  111. scrapaholicjenAugust 21, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Your gift cards are both awesome!!! Love visiting your blog!
    qtme2003 at yahoo dot ca

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  112. AnonymousAugust 22, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Cute cards, thanks for a chance to win.. hidalgo67@sbcglobal.net

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