Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Essentials By Ellen Holiday 2015 Release Hop!




Hello, and welcome to the Essentials by Ellen Holiday 2015 Release Hop! I’ll be showcasing several of the new stamp sets and dies on my post today! If you are following along with the hop, you should have come from the talented Maureen Merritt's Blog!


And, yay!!! I also get to give this new stamp set, called Got Candy to a lucky someone!  Please leave a comment by August 11th to enter my giveaway! (Please ensure you leave your email along with your comments or you have the "no reply” option disabled.  You have 48 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen. )


There is also a Grand Giveaway in the  CLASSroom!  To enter, be sure to leave a comment there, and at every stop along the hop by August 11th, 2015; winners will be announced by the weekend!

 So would you love to see what I did with some of these gorgeous new stamps and dies? I made several, so get yourself something to eat or drink and get comfortable ;)

My first card uses the adorable Got Candy stamp set and Got Candy dies! I blended the ink circle with Distress Inks and a mini blending tool, and cut this white panel out with a stitched rectangle die. I stamped and white embossed the sentiment and cut it out with a banner die. All of the stamped images are Colored with Copic Markers and adhered with foam tape. I glued a piece of black striped paper along the side of my card and a small strip of purple card stock before adhering my white panel down to the black card base.


I added a few little details with my white gel pen and a few clear Pretty Pink Posh Sequins!
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My next card features the same cute stamp set, Got Candy and Got Candy Dies.


Oh I just love those cute little halloween characters!! That spider is adorable! And I don't really like spiders at all! :) I blended the background by taping off by using painters tape along a white card stock panel and blending some Chipped Sapphire, Mermaid Lagoon, and Peacock Feathers Distress Inks. I glued a thin piece of black striped patterned paper along the side of it and stamped the sentiment along the other side. All of the fun images were colored with Copic Markers, cut out with the matching dies, and adhered with foam tape. I cut out a few yellow stars and randomly glued them around in the night sky!


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My next card features a gorgeous Christmas stamp set  called Mistletoe & Holly and Mistletoe & Holly dies! Oh it is so pretty and was so fun to stamp and color!


I used my MISTI tool to stamp all of the pieces here, because I wanted to blend the inks on them. I used some lighter and darker greens for the holly and greenery and two shade of reds and browns for the poinsettia and pinecones. I added color and detail to the pieces after I stamped them with my Copic Markers. For the background, I very softly watercolored some green, blue and a touch of brown Peerless watercolor around the edges to frame the cluster. The sentiment was stamped with Black Tuxedo Memento ink.


All of the different stamped pieces were adhered with foam tape for dimension, and I added a few Pretty Pink Posh Sequins, and a bit of Wink of Stella. ( that you obviously can't see in the photos) :)


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I told you this was a long post! Everything was just so beautiful, I couldn't stop creating!! I have this problem from time to time! ;)
Next card uses the same beautiful set Mistletoe & Holly and Mistletoe & Holly Dies!

For this card, I sponged some blue ink in the center of my white card panel for a  background. I again stamped my images with the MISTI using several colors of ink to give the nice shading. On these, I added a little bit of detail with my white  gel pen along with my Copic markers. The sentiment was stamped on a cross-stitched oval and adhered with foam tape, then the other elements were clustered around the bottom edge with foam tape as well. I added a few Pretty Pink Posh sequins for the finale! 


OH doesn't that make you wish for Christmas?? It's my favorite time of year, and my favorite kind of cards to make! Love them!

Below is a list of all the hoppers that are showcasing the new stamps and dies from Essentials by Ellen! Make sure to visit everyone and leave a comment on all the blogs for a chance to win the Grand Giveaway!! 

And don't forget to leave one here for me for a chance to win the super cute Got Candy stamp set!!

The CLASSroom
Lisa Adametz
Sandy Allnock 
Laurel Beard 
Heather Campbell 
Darlene DeVries
Julie Ebersole
Sharon Harnist
Angel Johns 
Stephanie Klauck
Amy Kolling 
Emily Leiphart 
Nichol Magouirk 
Jennifer McGuire
Maureen Merritt
Kay Miller > You are here
Carolyn Peeler
Julia Stainton 
Laura Sterckx
Amy Tsuruta 
Kimberly Wiener 
Carissa Wiley

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you enjoy the hop and seeing all the fun new stuff! If you're hopping along, your next stop is the very talented  Carolyn Peeler's blog!

All of the items I used on these cards are linked below!

Hugs and happy week!

Kay :)


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299 comments:

  1. BettyAugust 4, 2015 at 8:13 AM

    your cards are wonderful Kay - halloween cards are so cute and the christmas ones are gorgeous with the watercolor backgrounds

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  2. jan metcalfAugust 4, 2015 at 8:14 AM

    Really cute Halloween cards! I am so hooked on the holly and berry! Your cards are wonderful!!

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  3. wienerhoneymoonersAugust 4, 2015 at 8:21 AM

    Kay, you are just TOP ACES this year BAM! Love this to bits!! FAB, so tickled to be in this line up of all star designers!

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  4. Dot J FreelAugust 4, 2015 at 8:24 AM

    I'm so fascinated you can take any set of stamps and make cards that I just LOVE! What a talent you are!!!!

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  5. KimCreateAugust 4, 2015 at 8:29 AM

    Just gorgeous samples and stamps!

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  6. lizAugust 4, 2015 at 8:33 AM

    I need to keep away from blog hops. I told myself I didn;t need any of these, but now I want them all!

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  7. cmAugust 4, 2015 at 8:34 AM

    Your Halloween card is adorably 'fang-tastic', your Christmas cards a lovely blend of tradition and whimsy. Gorgeous showcase, my friend!
    Hugs~c

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  8. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    I want got candy, so does my son he is 6 and wants to make his Halloween cards!

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  9. JackieAugust 4, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    These are wonderful! I love that Halloween set, I must have it.

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  10. Leigh PennerAugust 4, 2015 at 8:46 AM

    Fabulous cards, Kay!

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  11. Christine TraversaAugust 4, 2015 at 9:00 AM

    Love everything!

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  12. Kathy SAugust 4, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    You have created some gorgeous inspiration cards for this hop. It was a pleasure to visit your blog.

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  13. pcmAugust 4, 2015 at 9:04 AM

    i love your mistletoe cards!

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  14. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    I love how you used the holiday stamps. The colors you chose are so bright and inviting.,I can't wait to try these stamps out, myself.

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  15. Lisa KAugust 4, 2015 at 9:09 AM

    Awesome cards! Wonderful inspiration.

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  16. Shirley A.August 4, 2015 at 9:14 AM

    WOW! Kay, your cards are amazing and the coloring just fabulous. I will be following you!

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  17. Daria G.August 4, 2015 at 9:18 AM

    Gorgeous card, I am so amazing of your choice of colors - so bright and fresh and beautiful!!! WOW!

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  18. Lisa EltonAugust 4, 2015 at 9:26 AM

    Your Halloween cards are adorable Kay!! I like the thin strip purple you added to the first. BEAUTIFUL Christmas card, I love those pine cones!!

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  19. ArdythAugust 4, 2015 at 9:28 AM

    So beatiful, Kay! Love that Christmas set!

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  20. asianmom07August 4, 2015 at 9:28 AM

    I love Christmas stamp!!! <3
    (rmcrivera@yahoo.com)

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  21. Vicki DutcherAugust 4, 2015 at 9:35 AM

    I'm still trying to figure out your time management -- HOW DO YOU CREATE ALL OF THESE - for all the different companies! - I get exhausted just thinking about it~ :) -- I knew you would rock out with color and your Halloween cards did not disappoint -- so fabulous! The vivid color you achieve is amazing!!!

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  22. Sylvana CollinsAugust 4, 2015 at 9:44 AM

    Another fabulous job!!! Love, love, love your cards and color! Putting these at the top of my "wish list"!

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  23. JamieAugust 4, 2015 at 9:47 AM

    Gorgeous cards!!

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  24. Kristie GouletAugust 4, 2015 at 9:50 AM

    GREAT cards, Kay! LOVE the Christmas ones!! I need that set!!

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  25. Jo LindskogAugust 4, 2015 at 9:52 AM

    Love the Poinsettia and Christmas cards!

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  26. KariLAugust 4, 2015 at 9:52 AM

    Kay, your cards are absolutely gorgeous and amazing. I am really wowed by all the cards, they are all little works of art. You are really talented. I think you could sell me on any set after you use it on a card.

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  27. Mary WAugust 4, 2015 at 9:54 AM

    Although all your cards were so nice, my favorite was the Noel with its soft blue background that really showed off the pretty Christmas set. Just beautiful.

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  28. ScrapthatAugust 4, 2015 at 9:55 AM

    Super gorgeous cards, all of them!! :D TFS
    Dolly

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  29. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 10:03 AM

    All of your cards are great! I really liked the Halloween ones.

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  30. SSAugust 4, 2015 at 10:04 AM

    Hi Kay! I love your techniques and your cards. You did an awesome card with the new GOT CANDY? stamp set. That stamp set is my favorite product in the new Essentials by Ellen release. Thanks for this giveaway. xoxo

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  31. Diane JaquayAugust 4, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    LOVE all of these, Kay! You've done a fabulous job showcasing these new stamps!!

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  32. BFalconeAugust 4, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    I love your cards. Especially the cute little Halloween characters. I also love the backgrounds on the holiday cards. Fabulous job. Thanks for sharing.

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  33. MeganAugust 4, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    You were busy! Love all your inking!

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  34. MeganAugust 4, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    You were busy! Love all your inking!

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  35. MeganAugust 4, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    You were busy! Love all your inking!

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  36. Valerie BullockAugust 4, 2015 at 10:20 AM

    Love these cards - particularly the "Noel" one. Thanks for the inspiration!!

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  37. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    I really like the fresh look of your Christmas card

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  38. Carol CAugust 4, 2015 at 10:23 AM

    These are the cutest cards I've seen so far on this hop!

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  39. BarbAugust 4, 2015 at 10:33 AM

    Love, love , love your cards!

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  40. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 10:34 AM

    Four fabulous cards!

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  41. conilAugust 4, 2015 at 10:38 AM

    Stunning work. These are truly gorgeous cards. Really love how you assemble your elements.

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  42. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 10:50 AM

    Love those vibrant colors. That yellow really stands out and makes the card! Thanks for participating in the hop.

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  43. SandyAugust 4, 2015 at 10:52 AM

    What great cards, very creative!

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  44. DianeAugust 4, 2015 at 10:57 AM

    WOW..I just love love your design style...so beautiful....LOVE the moon behind the cute little stamps/dies and LOVE your sponged back grounds behind the awesome new stamps/dies! dianegreghov@att.net

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  45. Deb SelbyAugust 4, 2015 at 11:00 AM

    Very nice cards. Love the colour combo of the halloween and with the Xmas ones I like the old fashioned Xmas look the images create.

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  46. ThordisAugust 4, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    LOVE your cards Kay! But that was so surprise... You Rock!
    Thanks for sharing :)

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  47. Jo Ann DanchikAugust 4, 2015 at 11:08 AM

    Great cards! The Halloween cards are gorgeous. This is a fun release.

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  48. karteleneAugust 4, 2015 at 11:21 AM

    wow very colourful great work on all thank you for sharing and giving us ideas

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  49. cheryl l.August 4, 2015 at 11:22 AM

    Love what you did with the new release!!

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  50. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    What a fabulous release! Your cards are beautiful.

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  51. SandraMariaAugust 4, 2015 at 11:28 AM

    I love that your cards are always crisp and clean looking. They're always colorful and pretty, too!! Thanks for sharing!! =)

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  52. Nora NollAugust 4, 2015 at 11:30 AM

    Oh Kay!! Once again I am in AWE!! I love your fun halloween cards. The way you blend that distress ink for the moon and then for the night sky-stunning!! Then your Christmas cards!! Breathtaking design.

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  53. the beanAugust 4, 2015 at 11:36 AM

    Your Halloween cards are my favorite - love the bright colors !

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  54. Taunya ButlerAugust 4, 2015 at 11:37 AM

    Oh, I so agree with Nora - what a FABULOUS background!! And your Christmas cards make me want to have these sets, for sure!! You are a super talented soul and I really enjoyed seeing your creations!!! Have a wonderful day!!

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  55. jandbspiegelAugust 4, 2015 at 11:40 AM

    The watercolor backgrounds on your Christmas cards are beautiful and really set off the focal point. Thanks for sharing

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  56. Donna WhittenAugust 4, 2015 at 11:46 AM

    Loved your pretty cards, especially the Halloween card! What a great release!

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  57. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 11:46 AM

    Love the effect and colors of the backgrounds of the mistletoe and holly cards. Great holiday release from EH; can't believe the holidays are just around the corner again. Thank you for the inspiration.

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  58. EileenAugust 4, 2015 at 11:51 AM

    OMGosh love both cards, but being the Halloween Queen I am gaga for those cards!!! Thanks for sharing.

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  59. Jung AAugust 4, 2015 at 11:54 AM

    love your halloween cards!!! perfect stamp set!

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  60. KimCAugust 4, 2015 at 11:54 AM

    Love your cards, especially the bright and colorful Halloween cards. Thanks for sharing.

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  61. LesLeeAugust 4, 2015 at 11:54 AM

    Great cards... that moon behind is perfect to set that stamp set to make it POP.. And that blue behind the Noel is Fabulous POP of color. What a great job... thanks so much for sharing all the little details that make cards so fantastic. Gidgetgadgetgirl@yahoo.com

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  62. CorinaAugust 4, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    I really like your color background in the Halloween cards, love the ghost!

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  63. Kristine V.August 4, 2015 at 12:02 PM

    Wow Kay, your cards are stunning...so crisp and beautiful! Thanks for sharing your talent!

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  64. Lynne in NIAugust 4, 2015 at 12:03 PM

    Wow, fabulous cards! I love all your new goodies :)

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  65. NickiAugust 4, 2015 at 12:04 PM

    Your cards are so nice. Can't wait to re-create with your ideas.

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  66. SusiAugust 4, 2015 at 12:06 PM

    Wow! What a gorgeous Halloween card!! Then I scrolled further down to feast my eyes on your stunning Mistletoe & Holly cards (TWO of them!). Inspiration indeed :-)

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  67. Maureen HayesAugust 4, 2015 at 12:08 PM

    I absolutely LOVE how you used the distress inks to create such colorful backgrounds for the Got Candy set, really makes your cards pop! I also loved the watercolor background with the Peerless. I am a fan of that Pinecone set and I LOVE the card you created with it. Thanks for all the inspiration!

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  68. LorelleAugust 4, 2015 at 12:10 PM

    Love your coloring on these cool cards.

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  69. Vicki FingerAugust 4, 2015 at 12:20 PM

    I adore the watercolor backgrounds! I'm still working on my mthod but I think that sponging them is going to be my key to success! Gorgeous!!!

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  70. Terri (blindstamper)August 4, 2015 at 12:21 PM

    Your Halloween cards have such great color.

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  71. Lori BAugust 4, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    Wow-even though every one of your backgrounds are different, they are all strikingly beautiful. What a lovely way to show off these new stamps!

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  72. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 12:30 PM

    Very nice cards.

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  73. mtscrapgalAugust 4, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    Thanks for giving us such beautiful cards with the new stamps and dies.They are terrific.

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  74. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 12:47 PM

    Your cards are lovely. The halloween cards a adorable ... love the use of the black and white stripes. And the Holiday cards are are beautiful...like you used the poinsettia on one and the pine cones on the other. Great way to show the versatility of the stamp sets. TFS

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  75. terrieAugust 4, 2015 at 1:05 PM

    Great looking cards...I like the bright colors that you used on the halloween cards...
    The Holidays cards turned out fantastic....great job with the new stamps set
    thanks for sharing your talent...
    zullu26@aol.com

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  76. Nana GriffinAugust 4, 2015 at 1:15 PM

    All of your cards are great! I love those ghosts cards.

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  77. CindyAugust 4, 2015 at 1:23 PM

    Your cards are wonderful Kay. I especially like your fun Halloween cards.

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  78. CRB FlynnAugust 4, 2015 at 1:24 PM

    Like what you did with these new images, very nice

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  79. CardsbymaaikeAugust 4, 2015 at 1:30 PM

    they're all gorgeous but the trick or treat with the bright blue banner just stands out, it's fabulous!

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  80. MichelleAugust 4, 2015 at 1:31 PM

    Glad that you couldn't stop creating.... all are just amazing!!

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  81. Dorothy C.August 4, 2015 at 1:31 PM

    Your Halloween cards are so cute and your Christmas cards are so pretty. Love the backgrounds.

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  82. NancyAugust 4, 2015 at 1:32 PM

    I am wishing for Christmas for sure! Thanks for the great inspiration!

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  83. Betty SueAugust 4, 2015 at 1:34 PM

    Beautiful and fun Holiday cards! I always love your colors!

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  84. CandyAugust 4, 2015 at 1:39 PM

    Noel and Be Merry... so soft and so dimensional! So much inspiration. Thanks so much! cbee at inbox dot com

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  85. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 1:42 PM

    I LOVE your use of white space! Great cards!

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  86. ShirleyAugust 4, 2015 at 1:45 PM

    Oh my goodness! your cards are just out of this world. The colors you used on each card and the way you used each stamp/die set to create your cards is just awesome!

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  87. Mendi YoshikawaAugust 4, 2015 at 1:45 PM

    Wow! I don't know how you are still standing. You must be buried under a pile of cards and craft supplies--You are a beautiful card making machine and these are all amazing! :)

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  88. KerryAugust 4, 2015 at 1:49 PM

    That blue background on your second card is amazing. You have a great hand at blending those distress inks. I love the idea of using misti to add mutliple inks on the images from the mistletoe and holly set. Great cards all around.

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  89. JamieAugust 4, 2015 at 2:00 PM

    Beautiful inking and watercoloring! I adore each and every card! I love the eyes on the spiders and bats, so stinkin cute! The fonts on the sentiments in the Mistletoe and Holly stamp set are so beautiful!

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  90. Wanda M.August 4, 2015 at 2:11 PM

    Love the watercolor background on the Christmas cards. Such pretty colors together.

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  91. Nicole MullenAugust 4, 2015 at 2:12 PM

    Your selection of cards is stunning, your ink blending is just amazing, love it!!! nicoleqmullen@gmail.com

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  92. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 2:14 PM

    Awesome!!!! :)

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  93. JudysAugust 4, 2015 at 2:20 PM

    Love what you did with the Mistletoe & Holly set especially............great placement of the elements and use of inks.

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  94. Brenda D.August 4, 2015 at 2:36 PM

    Love your cards! Got Candy set gets me excited for fall!

    (brenda.dellavecchia@gmail.com)

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  95. BarbaraAugust 4, 2015 at 2:36 PM

    Your blog was just the right length to show all these cute and beautiful cards. Love the Got Candy and the Mistletoe and Holly sets. Both have so much potential! Your cards definitely make me think I need these two sets. :)

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  96. AnonymousAugust 4, 2015 at 2:46 PM

    Bright, colorful and fun! Kay, your designs rock these!

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  97. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 2:49 PM

    Always love Halloween Cards! All the cards you created are beautiful! Thank you for sharing your creations and inviting us to come visit your blog.

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  98. CathyWAugust 4, 2015 at 3:04 PM

    I love your cards! (Duboisholtsearch@hotmail.com

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  99. JudieAugust 4, 2015 at 3:09 PM

    All your cards are lovely and bright, but my favourite is definitely the Noel one! Simply gorgeous! judieattard (at) gmail.com

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  100. jcobbAugust 4, 2015 at 3:26 PM

    I just love the purple strip on the first card...very eye-catching! They are all just great!

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  101. MigdaliaAugust 4, 2015 at 3:33 PM

    I love all of your cards!! I love the Halloween ones!!
    Would love to win the got candy stamp set!! Thanks for sharing!!
    Have a wonderful day,
    Millie
    Crafting With Creative M

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  102. CraftykthyAugust 4, 2015 at 3:37 PM

    Love your cards. The bright colors for the Halloween make a statement that says fun and the Christmas card is beautiful

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  103. cma21317August 4, 2015 at 3:38 PM

    so pretty excellent job

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  104. Sue RosaAugust 4, 2015 at 3:40 PM

    Great cards. Love the pop of purple on the halloween card

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  105. Susie SonnierAugust 4, 2015 at 3:42 PM

    Awesome Release! Great cards!

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  106. Cindy G.August 4, 2015 at 3:44 PM

    Wonderful cards! thanks for sharing!

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  107. SabrinaAugust 4, 2015 at 3:46 PM

    Fabulous Halloween cards and Christmas cards!!!

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  108. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 3:50 PM

    really like the soft colors for the Christmas cards

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  109. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 3:55 PM

    Love your crisp clean style!

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  110. AnnieAugust 4, 2015 at 4:12 PM

    Beautiful cards! Just love these new stamps sets! Thanks so much for the chance to win one! :)

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  111. KT Fit KittyAugust 4, 2015 at 4:13 PM

    Gorgeous cards! Your colouring looks amazing, and I love your colour choices! Wonderful inspiration - I think I'm ready to start playing with some new fall and winter stamps!

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  112. WhitneyAugust 4, 2015 at 4:14 PM

    Wow- these are all so gorgeous!

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  113. MarybethAugust 4, 2015 at 4:22 PM

    I can’t keep up with you and your wonderful talent! :)ADORABLE!!!!

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  114. BasiljenAugust 4, 2015 at 4:26 PM

    Love them all, but that last one, "Noel," may be the prettiest card I've ever seen!

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  115. golfergalAugust 4, 2015 at 4:26 PM

    Very pretty, especially the 2nd watercolour card.

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  116. ParkerAugust 4, 2015 at 4:28 PM

    All of your sample projects are terrific and you've certainly used your creative skills again. Great job.

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  117. DebbieAugust 4, 2015 at 4:34 PM

    I love those Halloween cards. Just adorable!

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  118. LaceysocksAugust 4, 2015 at 4:43 PM

    I really loved all of your example! I found them them to be different from many of the other hopper's cards.

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  119. Lady FairAugust 4, 2015 at 4:44 PM

    Wowzer, you have been one busy lady! The trick or treat cards are AWESOME. Love the colors you used, and the overall composition of the layouts. And the floral cards, are so BEAUTIFUL, they're just lovely. You really did these stamp sets justice.

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  120. Cynthia ClarkAugust 4, 2015 at 4:46 PM

    WOW WOW WOW WOW 4 fabulous cards!

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  121. BonnieAugust 4, 2015 at 4:48 PM

    What amazingly wonderful cards. I especially loved the Christmas cards.

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  122. BonnieAugust 4, 2015 at 4:48 PM

    What amazingly wonderful cards. I especially loved the Christmas cards.

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  123. Teresa DoyleAugust 4, 2015 at 4:51 PM

    WOWZERS Kay! You have been super busy! ( I guess if I had these stamp sets/dies to play with, I'd make a LOT too! I'd stay in my craft room for a week just playing! LOL) Your cards are fabulous.

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  124. irisesther54August 4, 2015 at 4:59 PM

    Great cards. The Halloween ones are super cute. I love that holiday.

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  125. Larissa HeskettAugust 4, 2015 at 5:05 PM

    OMG OMG OMG!! I'm in HEAVEN!! JUST AAAMMMZZZZING!! =) I LOVE LOVE LOVE the First Halloween Card and your 1st Watercolored Christmas Card Design!! THANKS SO MUCH for sharing and have a FABULOUS WEEK!! YOU'VE done an AWESOME Job at showcasing these New Stamp Sets You're simply an outstanding designer!! Have a FABULOUS WEEK!! =)

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  126. MelissaFAugust 4, 2015 at 5:16 PM

    Love your adorable Halloween cards and stunning Christmas cards! Awesome color blending and designs!

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  127. CindyAugust 4, 2015 at 5:16 PM

    Wow...just awesome cards!

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  128. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 5:19 PM

    Beautiful cards - all of them!

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  129. Cindy LovellAugust 4, 2015 at 5:24 PM

    Oh,Kay...i wished i knew how you do it!! You create sooo many amazing cards all the time!! My mojo would have taken a huge break by now,but not yours!!! Every single card here is just AMAZING!! I love how you've used these beautiful Set's!!
    BIG HUGS sweet friend!!

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  130. FeMAugust 4, 2015 at 5:28 PM

    Great cards.

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  131. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 5:28 PM

    So adore the bright and cheerful Cards. They made me smile.

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  132. AnonymousAugust 4, 2015 at 5:33 PM

    LOVE all of your cards and this new release!!!

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  133. BrithziAugust 4, 2015 at 5:41 PM

    Your cards are amazing. The Halloween cards are so vibrant, love the colors. The Christmas card are wonderful!

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  134. Brandi RAugust 4, 2015 at 5:48 PM

    Oh, Kay!!!! These are all so wonderful! LOVE LOVE LOVE them ♥

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  135. CraftyPawsAugust 4, 2015 at 5:55 PM

    Oh my goodness, what great, bright cards! The colors are all so vibrant! LOVE

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  136. CaseyAugust 4, 2015 at 6:16 PM

    WOW Kay, wonderful cards. I can see how addicting it is with all these stamp and die sets. You did 4 cards!!! I love how you added that strip of purple on the first card. it just sets it all off. I also love the "Be Merry script stamp. It is so elegant. Thanks for sharing.

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  137. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 6:25 PM

    Great cards, like the fact they are simple but effective.

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  138. littlesavedgirlAugust 4, 2015 at 6:27 PM

    So hoping I'm a winner of this beautiful blog hop! The designs are so versatile ☺️

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  139. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 6:30 PM

    You have gone a whole new direction. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  140. Karen LouderAugust 4, 2015 at 6:35 PM

    wonder cards, TFS

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  141. RobinAugust 4, 2015 at 6:36 PM

    Very sweet cards. I am loving this hop,

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  142. Geri SAugust 4, 2015 at 6:36 PM

    Too many terrific cards and sets to be able to pick just one. Wonderful!

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  143. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 6:40 PM

    Thanks for the inspiration! I'm loving this hop!!!

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  144. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 6:45 PM

    Fun Halloween card. The Christmas cards are gorgeous - I love that new set. Thanks so much.

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  145. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 6:48 PM

    Love the new stamps and your work is magnificent!!

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  146. YukiAugust 4, 2015 at 7:05 PM

    All of your cards are absolutely stunning! You did an amazing job showcasing the new release!

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  147. JuliaAugust 4, 2015 at 7:09 PM

    Love your mistletoe and holly cards!!!

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  148. StephanieAugust 4, 2015 at 7:17 PM

    Your Halloween cards are just so cute and your Holiday card is beautiful!

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  149. Pat McClearyAugust 4, 2015 at 7:17 PM

    Your Halloween cards are so cute & I love The dimension on your Christmas cards, Kay. Thanks for a chance to win.

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  150. ~amy~August 4, 2015 at 7:22 PM

    KAY!!!!!!!
    Girl, you are such a magical touch with your designs. Your way with color and ink = consistent spectacular-ism...translation = you rock.

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  151. SarahAugust 4, 2015 at 7:26 PM

    Love the Mistletoe and Holly set!

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  152. Linda from AZAugust 4, 2015 at 7:46 PM

    The Halloween stamp and die are my favorite new releases and your card is spectacular; thanks for sharing.

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  153. Tracey MazzaAugust 4, 2015 at 7:49 PM

    Wow, I'm in for all the Tricks and Treats today. So glad I found your treats, I love love love your work. I'm inspired. T xx

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  154. Kim HegginsAugust 4, 2015 at 7:52 PM

    WOW...what a wonderful collection of beauties!

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  155. GlorieAugust 4, 2015 at 7:52 PM

    Gorgeous cards! Thanks for sharing!

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  156. Linda from AZAugust 4, 2015 at 7:53 PM

    Your cards are absolutely lovely; thanks for sharing.

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  157. MoosiskAugust 4, 2015 at 7:59 PM

    You've got some MAD coloring skills, Girl!!! Thanks for the inspiration AND chance to win. :D
    Janet
    moosisk@hotmail.com

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  158. craftylady1952@gmail.comAugust 4, 2015 at 8:11 PM

    Oh my gosh! Your cards are always so darn beautiful. Just beautiful....I'm left speechless.
    craftylady1952@gmail.com

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  159. joyAugust 4, 2015 at 8:12 PM

    Your cards are so beautifully created, Kay! Your color blending skills are top notch!! Love the new release!!!

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  160. Lisa SilverAugust 4, 2015 at 8:20 PM

    Seriously spectacular cards! I really couldn't pick a favorite... stunning!

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  161. LindarubAugust 4, 2015 at 8:35 PM

    Love your cards.

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  162. PatriciaAugust 4, 2015 at 8:40 PM

    WOW, I really love the be Merry cards. They make you feel so festive and happy! Thanks for sharing your designs!

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  163. DonnaAugust 4, 2015 at 8:46 PM

    Really great cards, all of them!

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  164. Shannon prattAugust 4, 2015 at 8:48 PM

    love the got candy set. Shannon

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  165. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 8:51 PM

    Your cards are gorgeous! TFS

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  166. Barb GhigAugust 4, 2015 at 8:56 PM

    Such a beautiful collection of cards, Kay! I love them all...especially how you inked the background on the last one...so pretty!
    I'm so glad you were part of today's blog hop! Hugs to you!!!

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  167. Mary W PAugust 4, 2015 at 8:58 PM

    Every one of your cards are wonderful!!!

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  168. Denise TerryAugust 4, 2015 at 9:00 PM

    The colors on those two Halloween cards just makes them pop right off the screen. Wonderful!

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  169. JanAugust 4, 2015 at 9:01 PM

    Like the use of purple on the Halloween card.

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  170. PatAugust 4, 2015 at 9:02 PM

    Beautiful!!

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  171. AnonymousAugust 4, 2015 at 9:08 PM

    Lovely cards! I agree with you about the spider!

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  172. Robin CooperAugust 4, 2015 at 9:23 PM

    I sure love your cards. I wish mine looked like yours!! Thanks for the chance to win a great set of stamps!!!

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  173. Jean McCurryAugust 4, 2015 at 9:24 PM

    Fall is my favorite season and I'm always looking for great fall images. Really love these!

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  174. Laraine RAugust 4, 2015 at 9:31 PM

    Fabulous cards! Great release!

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  175. AnonymousAugust 4, 2015 at 9:46 PM

    Awesome cards...

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  176. Linda McAugust 4, 2015 at 9:55 PM

    Love the coloring on your Halloween cards. The others aren't shabby either!

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  177. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 10:07 PM

    I love the blue backgrounds on the halloween cards and the Noel card, my sister was born on New Years Eve and my parents named her Noel, I make Noel cards for her all the time, I need to make this one for her!!!

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  178. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 10:09 PM

    Love your cards!!

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  179. Ericka StrangeAugust 4, 2015 at 10:11 PM

    Love the Halloween cards, so cute!

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  180. BetteAugust 4, 2015 at 10:18 PM

    Nice cards, I like them all!

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  181. cindybearjAugust 4, 2015 at 11:04 PM

    I like the Christmas cards but I love the Halloween cards! They are so cute. I love the black and white stripe piece beside the purple!

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  182. UnknownAugust 4, 2015 at 11:10 PM

    The Halloween cards are by far my favorites, love the layouts and the colors. The Christmas cards are simplistically elegant.

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  183. Ann KAugust 4, 2015 at 11:12 PM

    Love your cards - and what a fabulous blog hop. I am enjoying all the inspiration.

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  184. portermAugust 4, 2015 at 11:48 PM

    The Halloween cards are so fun and I love the simple and elegant Christmas cards. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  185. Deborah MontgomeryAugust 5, 2015 at 12:14 AM

    Wow!!! So many fantastic cards!! I loved them all but I especially loved the Halloween cards. I am a huge fan of bright colors with the black and white contrast <3. Thanks for sharing!

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  186. BeejayAugust 5, 2015 at 12:34 AM

    Love your cards! The Halloween card is so cute! I love that set!!!!

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  187. ShariAugust 5, 2015 at 12:56 AM

    Oh, I love your cards. The colors and everything. So beautiful.Thank you for sharing.

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  188. Flo August 5, 2015 at 2:06 AM

    Your Halloween card is cute and the other two are beautiful. I love them.

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  189. Elizabeth GutierrezAugust 5, 2015 at 2:15 AM

    Love all the backgrounds and blendings! Very fun cards!

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  190. annpAugust 5, 2015 at 2:16 AM

    Love your cards. Love halloween! would love to win this super fantastic stamp set! Also i love the hawaiian card. how did you do the white lettering. that is so cool. that is what i saw and then came to your blog.

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  191. UnknownAugust 5, 2015 at 2:57 AM

    Love the got candy card set your cards are so awesome can't decide which is my favorite thank you for sharing

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  192. Holly SaveurAugust 5, 2015 at 3:06 AM

    Gorgeous cards!

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  193. the BlackbirdAugust 5, 2015 at 3:14 AM

    Really wonderful cards!!
    Cristina
    thehouseoftheblackbirds.blogspot.it

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  194. MarieAugust 5, 2015 at 5:00 AM

    Love the soft delicate backgrounds you have created for the beautiful focal points.

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  195. UnknownAugust 5, 2015 at 5:55 AM

    Your use of colour is fun and refreshing

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  196. TracyM #6773August 5, 2015 at 6:00 AM

    WOW - your Halloween cards are BRIGHT & BOO-tiful and your Christmas cards DELICATE DELIGHTS - SO MUCH TO LOVE!!!
    THANK YOU for sharing your CREATIVE INSPIRATION!!!

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  197. sharrilouAugust 5, 2015 at 6:50 AM

    Both of the Christmas carde with the subtle watercolor background are fabulous.

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  198. ScrappyHorsesAugust 5, 2015 at 6:52 AM

    Great cards! I especially love the harvest moon behind the Halloween setting! Thanks for sharing!

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  199. JeanneAugust 5, 2015 at 7:13 AM

    Amazing work, Kay! You sure had fun with these stamps. It's a testament to the designer of the stamps that you had so many great ideas for cards come to you and you wanted to play, play, play! All that "hard" work paid off in some fabulous cards! Yay for us! Lots of eye candy. :) Hugs!

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  200. Mary Ellen LounsberyAugust 5, 2015 at 7:33 AM

    Love the cute Halloween card using the eye candy set. And...oh my.... The background ong the Christmas card!
    Maryellen.lounsbery@gmail.com

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