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Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Verve Spotlight Hop Day 1 ~ Swirling Hearts

It's hard to believe 2011 is here already. How exciting!!
Well, I'm excited to share a card I made for Verve's first release of the new year too.

The diva's will be sneak peeking for the next 3 days, some of the most darling and charming images. Here's the first of three cards I get to peek this week.


Today, I'm sharing a card that I made with the charming and elegant image that fits the Vintage Oval die Verve released last month. Isn't it beautiful? It has swirls and swirls of hearts and is appropriately named Swirling Hearts. I stamped the frame and sentiment with Smokey Gray Versafine, and added some sparkle to the hearts with my Quickie Glue Pen and some Ultra fine Glitter.

For the layout, I used Amber's VLV Sketch for January Week one. Check it out HERE. I just adore the 4 panels. I used "Once Upon a Springtime" dp by Graphic 45.

Lastly, I added a couple of buttons with silver cord and some silver pearls and lace ribbon. I also sewed around the panels and added an EK Success punched border along the bottom.

This Friday, January 7, Verve is releasing some fabulous new sets and dies! To countdown to the release, we’re putting on a series of mini blog hops Tuesday through Thursday of this week to preview the new sets! And because a new release is something to celebrate, we’ve hidden a prize on one of the participating blogs each day! Just leave a little comment love as you hop around to be entered into a drawing to win that day’s featured stamps!

That's it for my peek today. You're not going to want to miss what the other Diva's have to share, so be sure to check them out. Here's a list for you to follow:

Piali (Guest Designer)
Tosh ---> You are here :o)
Debbie (Guest Designer)

Deadline for comment entries is 6PM Mountain Friday, January 7. Winners will be announced at our release party on Friday night - so leave a little love and win big this Friday!

Stamps: Swirling Hearts (Verve)
Paper: Ivory and Gray (PTI), Once Upon a Springtime (Graphic 45)
Ink: Smokey Gray (Versafine), Pumice Stone (Ranger Distress)
Accessories: Vintage Oval Framed Die (Verve), Pearls, Lace, Buttons (PTI), Circle Nestabilities (Spellbinders), Scor-Pal, Border Punch (EK Success), Glitter, Quickie Glue Pen, Sewing Machine


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125 comments:

  1. Debbie Fisher (debbiedee)January 4, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    great projects!

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  2. MelissaJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    Oh I LOVE that grey for the stamp....what a truly gorgeous card and design

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  3. Vicki BurnsJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    So classy and refined!

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  4. AndreaJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:31 AM

    Just beautiful! Love all of the little details!

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  5. PaulineJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:36 AM

    This is beautiful! Love the softness of the colors, and the extra details.

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  6. Terri Trotter EarleyJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:46 AM

    Soft and sweet.

    It's a good life!
    Terri E.

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  7. AlinaJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    Oh... your card is so lovely!

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  8. TannyPJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:53 AM

    Wow! That card is monochromatic bliss. Love all the beautiful touches you've added - and your stitching makes me want to get a sewing machine!

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  9. Nikki BondJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:54 AM

    Love the vintage look of this! STunning. {SMILES}

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  10. LaurieJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    Your card is lovely, the colors so gentle and yet stunning. Great job

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  11. SheriJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:05 AM

    a very classy card!

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    Just lovley! Thanks for the inspiration :)
    Enjoy the day~
    Terri Z.

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  13. ShoshoneeJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    Very classic design. Love it!

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  14. TanyaJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    All I can say is wow! So classy, so elegant, love the soft colors and that die is fabulous!

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  15. SusieQJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Just beautiful! I love the papers, the sketch, and of course the stamp and die.

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  16. SusiJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    What a great colour combo - love how you put that new Classy Label together!

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  17. Karen DayJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    That new stamp for the vintage oval die is lovely! And so is your mellow colour combo :o)

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  18. RhondaJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    I really like the soft colors.

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  19. SharronJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Beautiful--love the detail work and wonderful soft colors!

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  20. LuanneJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    How pretty! Love the colors you've used, such a great combination. Love the little touches of bling, and of course, that is a great stamp to go in the die. TFS!

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  21. Pat GJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    Your card is so pretty.

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  22. Teri CJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Very pretty! I love cards with a punched border on the bottom!

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  23. MelissaJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Beautiful Tosh! Love the soft colors you used. {hugs}

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  24. DetraJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Love those swirly hearts. Very pretty card. tfs.

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  25. Kelly January 4, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    OK Tosh, your card got me, its beautiful. I like how simple but the DP make it so elegant with the label. Love it.

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  26. LorieJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    That is absolutely stunning! Wow!

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  27. Vicki DutcherJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Beautiful~~

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  28. JanJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    The card is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

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  29. ~ Jo ~January 4, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Tosh what an absolute stunning card!!!!! I love this vintage oval die so so so much!!! I also loved your look of the gray scale and ribbon!

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  30. JessicaJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    This is pure gorgeousness Tosh, can't wait to try out this sketch!

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  31. Becky YoJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    What beautiful, soft colors! That vintage oval die and stamp is going on my wish list.

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  32. TracyJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Love that swirly heart! The colors of this card are so soft and pretty and well done.

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  33. Amy KollingJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Beautiful work, beautiful stamps! I love that punched border at the bottom!

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  34. daisydilly (vicki)January 4, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Beautiful card!!!

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  35. OhkatJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Absolutely Love that vintage die!

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  36. Linda CarsonJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Picture perfect!

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  37. MarisaJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Love the soft colours in this card and how you used the bit of ribbon under the sentiment panel. Gorgeous work :)

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  38. Lea L.January 4, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    This is so pretty! I just love the soft colors, and the bit of lace underneath the sentiment tag is wonderful! The sets are looking fab, once again! ♥♥♥

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  39. UnknownJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    I love your cards~beautiful soft look and details to them :)

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  40. WendyJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Well this is fabulous! I love that border punch. I need to use it more! These earth tone colors are so great Tosh! I hope you have a good day!!

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  41. Rachel BJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    This card is so beautiful! I love the soft colors and the punched border! The new die looks so great on this card too!

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  42. Wanda CullenJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Wowzers! This card rocks! LOVE the softness of the colors, the punched border, the fabulous new stamp to match the die...stunning!

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  43. Carol DJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    I love your card the colours are lovely and love that border punch.

    Love the stamp.

    Carol x

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  44. KathyJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Oh my gosh, this is so pretty. Love the border along the bottom card edge, and the lace behind the die cut. Such beautiful little touches.

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  45. Julee (Vervegirl)January 4, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    So gorgeous, Tosh! I love the beautiful smokey accents and the immaculately stitched panels! And silver cording for buttons? Why haven't I thought of that - it looks fantastic!!

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  46. RavengirlJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    So soft and sweet. At first I thought that the gray ink was vellum with white embossing! Your card is absolutely breathtaking!!

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  47. Jen CuthbertsonJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    This card is so pretty! I love the soft colors and can't wait to see more of those new Verve stamps!!

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  48. Jess WillisonJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Gorgeous! Love the soft look of this card!

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  49. Linda EJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Fabulous card! I love the touch of lace.

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  50. PJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Love those long thin cards, and your color combo with the punched border!

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  51. JenJanuary 4, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Beautiful. love your take on the sketch.
    thank you for sharing

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  52. PeggyJanuary 4, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Tosh, this card is absolutely stunning. I love everything about it.
    God bless,
    Peggy Allen

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  53. NaomiJanuary 4, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Love this sketch and what you did with it!

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  54. Jacqueline SmithJanuary 4, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    Just think your cards are gorgeous thanks for sharing

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  55. SariJanuary 4, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    Love the card, the colours and the sketch.

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  56. Vickie ZJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    Gorgeous card!! Love the lace under the die/sentiment!! Beautiful soft colors.

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  57. KanataNewfJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Pure elegance!

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  58. Crafty Math ChickJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Oh Tosha, your color palette is GORGEOUS! So soft and pretty! I love the shape of that die, hope to add it to my collection one of these days. I hope you and your family have a happy and healthy new year.

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  59. Janelle StollfusJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Breath-taking! It's such a soft and delicate color palette and I adore the patterns in the paper and ribbon.

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  60. Andrea EwenJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    This is beautiful Tosh! Love that border and those soft, delicate papers. Absolutely lovely!

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  61. AmyJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Your colors are so soft and creamy! Love it! Beautiful job.

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  62. Christi FloresJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    This is wonderful!!!

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  63. Teresa KlineJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    this is soooo gorgeous girl, I adore the softness and those colors, the lace, silver beads...so sweet!

    enjoy *~*

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  64. imsteelefullofscrapJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Wow a stunning card and I love the shape you used.
    Jen

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  65. JanineJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Great use of new die with the VLV sketch.

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  66. Elizabeth S.January 4, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    Such a pretty card!

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  67. niseJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    You are about the best at vintage. What a lovely creation. I really like that oval die. Hope you use it a bit more so I can decide if I "need" it!

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  68. MarshaJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    Very pretty. Love the lace.

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  69. KristinaJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    I think I have fallen in love with a brand new color pallette. Gorgeous! I love the little pops of black, and the elegant lace. This really feels like a peaceful spring day.

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  70. LorraineJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    What a lovely, soft card you created! Beautiful.

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  71. UnknownJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous, Tosh! Love the PP panels and all the fab details!

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  72. Laura :)January 4, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    love your card. the soft colors are beautiful!

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  73. Connie F.January 4, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    Great job!! I love the lace.

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  74. Debbie CarriereJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    This is absolutely beautiful! Love the colors paired with black & that wonderful punched card front. Your focal piece is stunning!

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  75. MaryJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    beautiful card. I am really liking this swirling hearts set. Now I'm going to have to get last month's die and the new one for this month! Love them both!

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  76. PatSJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Very classy card. Love your take on the sketch.

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  77. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    Stunning card! Love the patterned papers you chose.

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  78. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    Tosh, the colours you used to put it all together work sooo well! I admire your eye for putting them together as those aren't ones I would pick off the bat. Just stunning!

    Hugs
    ~Spike

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  79. RadhaJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Dearest Tosh!!!
    First of all Happy New year!
    and the word is Elegant for the creation!
    "Love you" is a set any one would love to have:))
    :))

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  80. Linda LJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Love the "apricoty" colours you've chosen Tosh.

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  81. irishgalkellyJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Tosh,
    This is just oh so pretty! Love the patterns, colors, and beautiful stitching. You have showcased this beautiful new stamp set so gracefully. Great job!

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  82. SharonJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    WOW, WOW, WOW!
    I don't know where to start...I just love everything about this card!

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  83. scrappinmommomJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Elegant is the word of the day. Great job.

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  84. KristenJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    Very elegant and classy. Luv it!

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  85. Kim C.January 4, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Very pretty Tosha. I love the softness of the peach color. Great job!

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  86. Sue DJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Beautiful card--I like the sketch.

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  87. TinaJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Lovely card! Great sketch too :)

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  88. LinJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Oh, I really love this card! That sketch is wonderful and I love what you chose to do with it! The new Verve products are amazing!

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  89. Laurie SchmidlinJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Sigh... Such soft and beautiful elegance, Tosh! You are an AMAZING artist!! And just LOOK at that unbelievably straight stitching! Girl, you've got MAD sewing skills!!

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  90. IdaJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Very pretty. The lace is a lovely touch.

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  91. Marnie - Queen of the MarniverseJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Wowza! This card has a very elegant victorian type of feel to is. Very classy and lovely.

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  92. Dangina MartinezJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    You card is so soft and sweet. I love the colors and the sketch. Great use of the die and sentiment!
    I am in Awe with your card and it's not even for me, lol!

    Hugs, Dangina

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  93. MaureenJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    oh, my...love the lace and that border punch :) Gorgeous!!! Hugs :)

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  94. Leslie MillerJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Love the panels and the long format. This is beautiful, Tosh! Happy new year!

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  95. JacquettaJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    Beautiful...

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  96. Julia MJanuary 4, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    Thanks for sharing such a beautiful card...love the frame stamped in grey.

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  97. Jan CastleJanuary 4, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    Great card and color selection is nicely understated.

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  98. Amber HightJanuary 5, 2011 at 12:04 AM

    OMG, Tosh! BREATH TAKING and STUNNING! I really love the papers you used, fabulous card my girl!

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  99. SianJanuary 5, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    Gorgeous, loving the new stamps and die shape - another to add to my wish list!

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  100. Holly AKA KopyKatJanuary 5, 2011 at 4:46 AM

    beautiful card design and colors

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  101. Chriss BlagraveJanuary 5, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    Love this! The patterned panels, stitching, lace, that vintage oval!

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  102. LuanaJanuary 5, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    Pretty and elegant.

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  103. jan eJanuary 5, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    Your colors are fabulous; most valentine-y! Thanks!

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  104. ConniecrafterJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Love what you have done with the sketch, such pretty colors and love your sentiment tag with the lace, beautiful border punch too :)

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  105. Sylvia/LittleTreasuresJanuary 5, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Vintage Oval and the Swirling heats are so unique. Love 'em.
    Very pretty card design.

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  106. Mary (Happy Now)January 5, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    SO lovely!

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  107. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    wonderful job, the color combination is so beautiful.
    Renee
    naygg6@sbcglobal.net

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  108. RoseJanuary 5, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Very interesting layout, love the border punch, a beautiful piece of art.

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  109. Lady_LibelluleJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Une très belle création. J'aime beaucoup!

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  110. Connie CJanuary 5, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Fabulous use of the image and the die! Your embellishments are incredible and they really compliment the image. Looking forward to more between now and Friday.

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  111. Amy ShefferJanuary 5, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Oh Tosh! This is unbelievably gorgeous! LOVE what you've done with the VLV sketch!

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  112. Charmaine (CharmWarm)January 5, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Another beauty! I love the softness!

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  113. HeidiJanuary 5, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    This truly is an elegant die/this card is really gently and soft.

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  114. Joanne GilchJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Love the colors of those papers and can see why you love 'em so much!!! I think that bit of eyelet lace is aperfect touch!!!

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  115. scrappingnanaJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Beautiful card. Love the papers and sentiment.

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  116. Big Mamma~ a.k.a. Mary SJanuary 5, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    Beautiful .. love the lacy ribbon.. the perfect touch.

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  117. ChristineCreationsJanuary 5, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Oh SIGH, this is stunning Tosha!

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  118. Heidi KimmerlyJanuary 5, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Fabulous! Can't wait to see more!

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  119. Lillian ChildJanuary 6, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Your card creation is just lovely! Love your creative style!

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  120. Lisa M. (aka. Lisa @ Farm Fresh)January 6, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    The bit of lace is PERFECT for the final touch on a gorgeous card!

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  121. HeatherJanuary 6, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Oh, Tosh, gorgeous!! This card is so soft and elegant. I love it.

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  122. UnknownJanuary 6, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    This is beautiful.... I'm so loving the oval die!

    Thank you so much for sharing!!!

    ~Ola
    okj83 at live dot com
    zloe.blogspot.com

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  123. Marianne CJanuary 6, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    I will definitely be adding this die to my shopping list. Beautiful sneak peek.

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  124. GretchenJanuary 7, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Fabulous card Tosh! A must have set I think!

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  125. Darlene GabrielJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Oh this is gorgeous. I love the colour combo. The way you placed the ribbon behind the label is so pretty. I love the stitching you did on this card.

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