Saturday, May 28, 2011

Operation Write Home Memorial Day Weekend BLOGHOP!!!

edited to add: Comments for the blog candy are now closed, thank you to everyone for participating in this hop! -Kristen



Hello!! Welcome to my stop on the OWH Memorial Day Bloghop! 

Here is my entry for the hop, a super simple Patriotic Miss You card -



Thank you so much for stopping by :-)   Before you hop on over to the next stop - be sure to leave a comment to win a mini-assortment of adhesives (see details below!) 

Your next stop is:  

Now... on to the blog candy :-)  Leave a comment here by Monday (May 30) at 9pm(CST) and I will choose a random winner from all comments to win the following prize:  (winner announced on my blog on Tuesday - so check back!)

Prize pack includes:
- 1 package White Photo Corners
- 1 package Black Photo Corners
- 2 packages Permanent Mounting Squares (500ct)
- 2 packages Permanent Clear Mounting Squares (500ct)
- 1 package Craft Power Tape (MY FAVORITE!)
- 1 package White 3D Foam Squares (217ct MIX)
- 1 package Black 3D Foam Squares (217ct MIX)

All prizes from SCRAPBOOK ADHESIVES BY 3L™

Good Luck, thanks for stopping by and have a WONDERFUL holiday weekend!

-Kristen
Posted by Kristen :-) at 6:00 AM
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127 comments:

  1. Dawn BMay 28, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    I really love this card. The sewing is perfect!

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  2. sagreen125May 28, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    so many simple ideas, love the card

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  3. ~Antoinette (inspired stamps)May 28, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Kristen,
    Your card is absolutely lovely! Thanks so much for sharing!!
    Blessings!

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  4. Carmen O.May 28, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Love this card! I love cards with stitching on them. Beautifully done.

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  5. AllisonGMay 28, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Love your CAS card and might have to CASE it, too!

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  6. MistyMay 28, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Stunning card, love the stitching!
    Hummer Hugs,
    Misty
    http://deliteful-gifts.blogspot.com/
    hummingbird204 at comcast dot net

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  7. littlebitoftotoMay 28, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Neat card, love the patriotic theme, and candy?? yippee!
    tlfletcher at embarqmail dot com

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  8. Tami B.May 28, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Very nice and so neat and clean. Love it.

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  9. sandyh50May 28, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Oh, I love the stitching on this card! Great job!

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  10. RobinHMay 28, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    I love the star shape behind the sentiment, makes it really pop .. great job

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  11. Sylvia NelsonMay 28, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Faulous card! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  12. Windy Robinson Life HandmadeMay 28, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Love its simplicity... beautiful card:)

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  13. sandybear76May 28, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    The card is simple enough that I might be able to do it and get more than one done in an hour. Thanks for the cute idea.

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  14. Kitty GMay 28, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    love the simplicity. Thanks for sharing.

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  15. AnonymousMay 28, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    Great card - thanks for sharing!

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  16. MichelleMay 28, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Love the card!!! How do you get your stitching so perfectly straight??

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  17. ShellMay 28, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Wow you did some amazing stitching on the card. Love the simplicity!

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  18. Charlotte CornettMay 28, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    You did a AWESOME job, love your card! TFS! Charlotte

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  19. ...DarleneMay 28, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    I am loving all these simple cards that I can use for card making classes! Thank you for sharing in the hop and with our military this weekend.

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  20. VeldaMay 28, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Great design! Love the stars!

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  21. AnitaMay 28, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Beautiful card!

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  22. SandiMay 28, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    This card is simple but beautiful! I love the stitching it really adds to the card!

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  23. AndieMay 28, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    This is the type of card that I enjoy- simple, beautiful and clearly gets the message across.

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  24. {VICKI}May 28, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    great card
    great hop
    tfs

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  25. UnknownMay 28, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Clean and simple. I like the sentiment circle layered on the star.

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  26. AnonymousMay 28, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    A beautiful patritic card, Kristen. Love the layout,
    (having trouble commenting on Blogger today so I had to leave comment as Anonymous.)
    Have a great weekend!
    Joanne Travis
    (sleepyinseattle

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  27. Sandy GMay 28, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Great design, love the stitching!

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  28. ScrapacatMay 28, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    I'm a sucker for clean, simple cards. Yours is gorgeous! Thanks for being on the hop!

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  29. UnknownMay 28, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Love the layered sentiment.

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  30. Lee MaeMay 28, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    I really like the sentiment layered on the star. I am going to try and make more cards with the sentiment as the focal point instead of an image. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  31. KMay 28, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    simple ones are the best! thanks for sharing!

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  32. Rhonda MillerMay 28, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    I just love your card. TFS.

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  33. Paula S.May 28, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    Beautiful clean and simple design! I love how you framed the circle sentiment with the star.

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  34. AnonymousMay 28, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Stitching on cards is one of my all time favorites! Love the clean and simple!

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  35. CherieMay 28, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Your card is so pretty!! I am your newest follower!

    cherie.goyer at gmail.com
    http://oneheartscrapper.blogspot.com

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  36. TrishMay 28, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Very nice card, simple yet, not.

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  37. Nancy MMay 28, 2011 at 12:27 PM

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  38. Nancy MMay 28, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    I LOVE your CAS design! This is my kind of style; yet, at the same time, it's truly a very classy card! Thanks. I'll be CASE'ing this one.

    RBBRRMQN at YAHOO dot COM (easier to read mine in caps)

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  39. One Scrappy GalMay 28, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Lovely classy card. Love the simplicity and elegance.

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  40. JessicaMay 28, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    I really like clean and simple cards. This one is just so nice. It is my favorite so far. Great use of the bold colors.

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  41. SarahMay 28, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    The sewing on this card is picture perfect!

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  42. LindaMay 28, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Great LO! Perfect mix of red, white and blue! Great use of the star!

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  43. Cynthia BaldwinMay 28, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Great card! Love the stitching, and of course all the stars.

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  44. KellyRaeMay 28, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    LOVE the stars and how the stitching mimics the polka dotted mat for the sentiment. Great card design.

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  45. Nancy KellerMay 28, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Love it! Your card is great! And thanks for the chance to win! Adhesives are always welcome!!!!

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  46. Amy MacakMay 28, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    nice CAS card, thanks for sharing

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  47. Karen HowardMay 28, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Wonderful miss you card, thanks for the inspiration! Hugs, Karen

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  48. Seongsook DuncanMay 28, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Great card. Love the sentiment. Is it a stamp or digi? Thanks for shaing.

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  49. Yvonne B.May 28, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    I like your star! You describe your card as simple, but it is perfect! --Yvonne

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  50. BobbisTreasureMay 28, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Thanks for being part of the Hop! Great ideas.
    BobbisTreasure at aol dot com

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  51. AnonymousMay 28, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    Thanks for sharing. Love the stitching.
    rkscholz at yahoo dot com

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  52. CherylMay 28, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Love your clean and simple card with the beautiful stitching!


    --Cheryl--

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  53. MarthaMay 28, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    A sweet, clean ans simple card. Very nice!

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  54. BrendaMay 28, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Love you design Kristen, and of course the colours!

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  55. AnonymousMay 28, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Great card for a great cause.

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  56. AJsArtsMay 28, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Love the simplicity of the card! Great give away - Happy Memorial Day!

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  57. Crafty56May 28, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Love the simple lines of this card. Thanks for sharing.

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  58. Meg BeanMay 28, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    Love this card - really like the stitching on it!

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  59. NoreenMay 28, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    I just really like your card! It's simple, but colorful and a perfect sentiment.

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  60. sharonMay 28, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    I see stars in my eyes. Hee hee. Great card.
    Sharon L
    sharon dot lemon @ sbcglobal dot net

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  61. ElizabethMay 28, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Love the simplicity! http://visionsofpaper.blogspot.com/

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  62. mommasiegfriedMay 28, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    great card very well layed out thanks for a chance to win some adhesives to keep on scrapping!

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  63. Kelly MassmanMay 28, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Wonderful Card! Thanks for a chance to receive some much needed adhesive! kmassmanATgmailDOTcom

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  64. ~Jeri~May 28, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    Love your card! Your stitching is amazing!!!
    craftyjsplace@coxDOTnet

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  65. RedonnaMay 28, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    Nice card - I like the white paper with the starts on it.
    TFS,
    Redonna
    rleckie911 AT gmail.com

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  66. Debbie Fisher (debbiedee)May 28, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    great card! I am getting so many idea!

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  67. Operation Write HomeMay 28, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Ooooh that stitching is just the perfect touch!!!!

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  68. Louise FoxMay 28, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    A lovely clean and simple card! Love the DP with the star sentiment in the belly band. Blessings.

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  69. JessicaMay 28, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    I love the star patterned paper! :)

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  70. JuliaMay 28, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Great card...hmm ME thinks I should dust off the sewing machine. I love the look of that, very nice.

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  71. MarshaMay 28, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Great card, I love stars and your sewing is beautifully done.
    Incredible candy offered.

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  72. Susan SMay 28, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    It may be simple but it's sweet - nice job

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  73. UnknownMay 28, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    I love the simplicity of this card. I am curious, is the white paper printed with the stars or did you stamp them. Either way, spectacular.

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  74. JulieMay 28, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Oh I love this card! The CAS style and the perfect little bit of stitching! Great job! And great idea for candy - everyone always needs more adhesives!!

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  75. Jennifer RzasaMay 28, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    I love the bold look of your card- perfect for OWH!

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  76. Juliana TMay 28, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    simply elegant card. I like how you layered the printed paper on the plain.

    jonder@frontier.com

    http://julianaspapercrafts.blogspot.com/

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  77. Dixie CochranMay 28, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Kristen, I love this design! Great "Miss You" card!!

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  78. AnonymousMay 28, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Cute card!

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  79. Dolores A.May 28, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Thanks for sharing a sweet patriotic card.

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  80. ChristineMay 28, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    what a super cute card... love the stitching (i really need to break out my little sewing machine)
    TFS and thanks for the chance at some candy =)

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  81. SusanMay 28, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    LOVE, Love,love this card...what paper is that?
    awesome candy too...I love the tape and the foam squares, thanks for the opportunity.

    Enjoy your weekend!
    Susan

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  82. Lady FairMay 28, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    I think your card is simply elegant, far from being simple! I love your flower frog, too.
    lflinesatcomcastdotnet

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  83. Jen MMay 28, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Love the stitching! Fab card.

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  84. RufusMay 28, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Really like your card! It's simple yet gorgeous and the stitching is perfect! Thanks for your support of OWH and all our Heroes.
    R/

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  85. Gina KarasMay 29, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Love your card! Cute star paper!
    I love Scrapbook Adhesives! Great stuff! Thanks for the chance to win!
    purpleprincess214(at)gmail(dot)com

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  86. silviaMay 29, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    Great card!! LOVE the stars!!

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  87. UnknownMay 29, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Wow, wish I could stitch that good! This card is gorgeous!

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  88. SharonMay 29, 2011 at 1:56 AM

    oh so many neat cards

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  89. UnknownMay 29, 2011 at 2:04 AM

    Great card! New follower! I think I have that star paper... Now I have an idea for it!
    Www.craftycardgallery.blogspot.com
    Craftycardgallery at gmail dot com

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  90. ScraptellaMay 29, 2011 at 3:22 AM

    simple and beautiful!!

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  91. Stuff-n-Such By LisaMay 29, 2011 at 4:32 AM

    What a great card! Love the patriotic them and the added touch of the stitching!
    Lisa H.
    lisastuf.blogspot.com
    lisastuf at gmail dot com

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  92. JPScrapsMay 29, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    Love your card. It's just my style.

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  93. Cindy's Card CoMay 29, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    very nice card

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  94. Linda AndersonMay 29, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    What a gorgeous card!!! Love your stitching! Happy Memorial Day.

    Linda

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  95. Holly / InkPaperStampsMay 29, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    A striking card--love all those stars!

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  96. jennifer mittenMay 29, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    I love the card, the layout, and the stitching!

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  97. SueBMay 29, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    cute card, and I also love PTI's anniversary set ... sigh ... but didn't get one this year! thanx for the inspiration and blog candy opp!
    - sueb of blondin blogs
    sue dot blondin at gmail dot com

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  98. Patricia HMay 29, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    I really like your CAS card. The stitching is awesome!

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  99. Serendipity StampingMay 29, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    A simple and sweet card, just the kind I love. An added bonus is the wonderful stitchig you did. Thanks for sharing with us.

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  100. KatknitMay 29, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    What fun ..... hop, hop, hop.

    I loved the card you shared for this blog. You said it is simple but I say it's striking with your design, embellishments and colors!!! It is a great card. Thanks for sharing.

    In addition, thanks for the "blog candy". Thanks for supporting OWH.

    Charlene

    katknit at gmail dot com

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  101. SprytebyrdMay 29, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Love this card, so sweet simple!
    Hugs, Dee

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  102. Just A Pac RatMay 29, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Love the card and the colors used. Thanks for sharing in the hop!

    circlebenterprises.com

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  103. AnonymousMay 29, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    awesome miss you card! and thanks for a chance to win the great adhesive candy!
    linda patti tpatti@windstream.net

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  104. Michelle SingleMay 29, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Love the details in this simple card! Love the layout!

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  105. KaraMay 29, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Love the stitching, and your mini-star paper! Ties it all together! Great, simple card...thanks for sharing!

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  106. KellyAnnMay 29, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    What a lovely card! Thanks for sharing. =)

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  107. CJMay 29, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    Great card and great stitching.

    CJ

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  108. AnitaMay 29, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    I love your card and now I am a follower!
    Have a great weekend.
    Anita
    amc35045@bellsouth.net

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  109. AnnMay 29, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Love your CAS card!!

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  110. AnonymousMay 29, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Love your card. Please enter me in for the blog candy.

    Kathy
    Laurel, MD

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  111. WendyMay 29, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    love the stitching - really makes a creative statement. I haven't gotten my sewing machine out yet - not enough room. But you inspired me I'm going to re-arrange and stitch....

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  112. Cut n PasteMay 30, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    Love your simple card...very impressive. Your sewing is awesome!

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  113. grandmaleeMay 30, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    Beautiful stitching on this gorgeous CAS card! This is a great one to CASE! Your layout is great, and I love that you tied the stars together with the DP. Thanks for your support of OWH!

    I'm not on the main hop (I'm on the Homefront blog), but you may want to stop at my blog. You can sign up at my blog to win some blog candy: http://stampingwithgrandmalee.blogspot.com/

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  114. Lisa - papergraceMay 30, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    Sweet, simple and lovely. The stitching is a beautiful touch.

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  115. AimMay 30, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    BEAUTIFUL card!! I really love the stitching!! Such a nice touch...

    Thanks so much for sharing your card and supporting OWH!! :)

    Amy :) at www.lovetocrop.com
    and Decorate To Celebrate! Challenge Blog ($50 GIVEAWAY going on NOW!!)
    scrapbookingwithamy (at) gmail (dot) com

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  116. schuyler dogMay 30, 2011 at 2:53 AM

    Is that ribbon that has the stars on it? Where did you get it? It goes perfectly with the cuttlebug star embosser. I would like to find some of that. Great card.

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  117. Ginny HallMay 30, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Nice card and I like the star embellishment (maybe ribbon)

    Ginny

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  118. KajikitMay 30, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Very simple card, but effective... the star is very much the center of attention.

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  119. Cyndi SMay 30, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Love your card. Great job.
    cstephenson at q dot com

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  120. BarbaraMay 30, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Just love your wonderful star-studded card!

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  121. Susan M. Brown {sbartist}May 30, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Your card is simply sweet. Thanks so
    Much for supporting our troops with your creativity!
    ; ) Susan

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  122. Heather GrowMay 30, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    I love the stitching and simplicity of your card. TFS.

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  123. ElenaMay 30, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    Great card!

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  124. Sue DMay 30, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Very nice card--I like the star background strip.
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  125. Becky DunhamMay 30, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    Great card Kristen! Love the sewing and the colors you used!

    rebeccadunham at hotmail dot com

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  126. Crafty In Carolina StamperMay 30, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    I love the stitching on this card! I really need to learn how to do that! Love your card =)

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  127. Desert Rose StamperMay 30, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Wonderful card. I always forget about trying to stitch my cards then I see a beautiful card like yours that reminds me to try that technique next time. Thanks!

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