Saturday, May 25, 2013

Memorial Day blog hop

 http://operationwritehome.org/starsandstamps
 Welcome, aren't these cards awesome! It is wonderful that all these talented people are sharing their creations today.
I have a heart for this organization as an ex military wife. My husband was in the army in the 70s and he spent 13 months in Korea. Communication was certainly not what it is today!! I was a lonely 19 year old about to have her first child without a husband nearby.   It would have been  so amazing if he had been able to send me one of these gorgeous cards. I missed him terribly. So I try to remember the feelings of being separated from my loved one when making my cards to be sent home.I hope you will join me in making cards for this worthy organization.
   
The first sketch I used was 58
This is the first card I have EVER made that is 100% paper..... no ribbon, flowers, or bling!!!

I made this one also and it is so totally different I wanted to add it . It follows one of the bonus sketches B-4. (could not get a pic to import grrr. You can find it and a TON more here.

Thank you so very much for joining me today.
 Please take a moment during this Memorial Day week end to remember those that have given the ultimate sacrifice to ensure our freedom.
Blessings and Peace.
Brenda



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106 comments:

  1. Carol LMay 25, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    It's great to see your cards in this hop! I love the good old red, white & blue, and that sunburst background looks amazing too! Happy Memorial Day weekend!

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  2. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 8:14 AM

    I just love this sketch. Your base paper is so striking!

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  3. Jennifer ScullMay 25, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    both of your cards are fabulous! love the papers you have used.
    my heart goes out to all of the families left behind as you were....thank you for sharing your story. :)

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  4. Leslie HannaMay 25, 2013 at 9:08 AM

    Both cards are super! And YAY for no bling! I know how hard it can be to resist adding just a little something-something. :) (leslie #113)

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  5. NJ Stamping QueenMay 25, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    Both of these cards are beautiful! I love the background paper for the first one especially because it brings my eye right to the greeting and I love the pinwheel on the second card. Fantastic job on both of these cards--recipients will be blessed! Happy Memorial Day weekend!
    :) Marie (OWH #119)

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  6. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 9:22 AM

    2 great cards! I love the CAS look of both. Congrats on being bling free!

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  7. Debbie Fisher (debbiedee)May 25, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    love both of your cards! The first one esp is great for using up scraps!

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  8. msalmonMay 25, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    So far, your cards are my favorite, given the holiday , they really make you think about what Memorial Day is all about... Thank you.

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  9. Beth F.May 25, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    Both of your cards are wonderful! Your patriotic paper is gorgeous!
    Beth F. OWH #114

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  10. JulieMay 25, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    These are both great cards! Your pinwheel turned out so cute!

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  11. sherry vargaMay 25, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    love your cards and great use of papers.

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  12. Barbara GreenbergMay 25, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    Beautiful cards. Love the Red White and Blue and your pinwheel is awesome.

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  13. AprilMay 25, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    Both cards are great. I just love the patriotic colors.
    April

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  14. Sandy AllnockMay 25, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    A blingless wonder - lol! Really nice cards, I just love those papers!
    Sandy, OWH Exec. Dir.

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  15. ~Antoinette (inspired stamps)May 25, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    Hi Brenda!
    I agree about wishing our military hubbys had OWH earlier in time so we could have had this kind of communication! Thanks to your family for their service! Love the Bible verse in the right of your blog! Your cards are so sweet...sure to bring smiles!
    God bless you and your family,
    Blessings,
    Antoinette

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  16. Jan HunnicuttMay 25, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    You've added all the right stuff to your cards so they don't need any bling, I think they are fabulous!

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  17. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 12:13 PM

    Great job on the bling free!

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  18. Melanie RozwoodMay 25, 2013 at 12:17 PM

    These are great. I like the papers and colors you chose.

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  19. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 12:36 PM

    I love the papers you have used and your cards are just awesome. The recipients are going to feel so very special when they get them. Thank you for sharing!

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  20. postalorphanMay 25, 2013 at 1:10 PM

    Wonderful card! Love the papers on the first one (especially that sunburst) and the nifty medallion on the second.

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  21. Paula S.May 25, 2013 at 1:34 PM

    Nice patriotic cards! It's especially touching to hear from military families who are able to express how much a handmade card could mean to them. Thanks for joining in the hop and supporting Operation Write Home!

    Paula S.
    OWH Blog Team

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  22. Paula S.May 25, 2013 at 1:34 PM

    Nice patriotic cards! It's especially touching to hear from military families who are able to express how much a handmade card could mean to them. Thanks for joining in the hop and supporting Operation Write Home!

    Paula S.
    OWH Blog Team

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  23. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 2:14 PM

    Your first card reminds me of a comfortable quilt. They are beautiful. Need to CAS.

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  24. Sue DMay 25, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    Great cards for OWH. I like the papers and sketches.

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  25. Sybrina KMay 25, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    These two cards are certainly eye-catchers! Hubby would appreciate the paper-only, bling-less card. He seems to think I need to join a no bling support group. :) TFS!

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  26. DonnaMay 25, 2013 at 2:57 PM

    Great AnyHero cards! Love the pinwheel!

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  27. Jen R.May 25, 2013 at 3:27 PM

    Nice patriotic cards and I like the colors! Thank you for supporting OWH!

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  28. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 3:35 PM

    Great cards. I'll make a pinwheel card sooner or later--it's such a fun card!

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  29. Paula-Scrap AddictMay 25, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    I really like the first card with the sunburst background

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  30. MarshaMay 25, 2013 at 4:22 PM

    Great use of all these lovely patriotic papers.

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  31. Verna AngerhoferMay 25, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    Your cards are magnificient! I love all the cool papers used too.

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  32. Sherry ButcherMay 25, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    Great job on the cards and I know it's hard not to keep adding something. TFS.

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  33. craftysahmiamMay 25, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    Love, love, love all the red white and blue (the sketches you used, too)! Thanks for the inspiration and for making cards for our heroes !

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  34. TammyMay 25, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    Awesome patriotic cards and I love all of the different papers you've used!

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  35. karenelrMay 25, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    I love both cards--especially the one that looks like a pinwheel--it reminds me of a sparkler! Thanks for participating in the OWH blog hop!

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  36. BarbaraMay 25, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    Both card are great! Good use of those papers lots of fun going on here!

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  37. ErikaMay 25, 2013 at 6:56 PM

    I like the old fashioned paper on your first card. The burst of stripes is glorious!

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  38. Rhonda MillerMay 25, 2013 at 9:31 PM

    These are both great. I love the papers.

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  39. LynnMay 25, 2013 at 9:35 PM

    Both of these cards are so patriotic! I love the papers you used and especially the background paper of the first one. Seeing your inspired samples will help me to tackle these sketches. Thank you for supporting OWH and have a great weekend!

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  40. LindaMay 25, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    Striking papers...the first is especially so! WTG!!!

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  41. Patricia HMay 25, 2013 at 10:01 PM

    Your cards have a sort of country, homespun appeal. Thanks for sharing your work with OWH, and thanks to your husband for the time he spent in the service.

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  42. SheilaMay 25, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    Both of your cards are fabulous! Love the sketches. Have an awesome day.

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  43. AnonymousMay 25, 2013 at 10:50 PM

    Beautiful cards! Love the paper!

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  44. MelissaMay 25, 2013 at 10:54 PM

    Awesome cards! I love them both and our heros will love them too! Please pass on my thanks to your hubby. I was a child in the 70's and never really "got it" as to what our military was all about or did for us. Now as an adult I am so very proud of our armed forces.

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  45. reflections:0)May 25, 2013 at 11:37 PM

    Like them both the burts is very nice on first card and sometimes less is more.

    reflections:0)

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  46. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 11:42 PM

    Awesome cards! Love how you mixed up the DP to create these beautify!

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  47. CheriMay 26, 2013 at 12:18 AM

    Both of these cards are beautiful. I really like the addition of the stitching to add extra interest to the first card.


    Cheri - John 3:16
    www.djssundries.blogspot.com

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  48. SylviaMay 26, 2013 at 12:18 AM

    Lovely cards, Brenda, love your designs and of course the red white and blue! TFS and have a great weekend. #133

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  49. Donna NuceMay 26, 2013 at 1:06 AM

    Love your patriotic cards, especially the pinwheel. So cute. Thanks for your support of OWH.

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  50. Aundria B.May 26, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Thank you for sharing these wonderful cards! I love the vintage feel of them and you did an amazing job with them. Thank you for your support of our heroes and OWH.

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  51. Andrea TMay 26, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    Well the first one sure doesn't need any bling or ribbons. It's great on it's own. Just shows what can really be done with just paper. TFS

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  52. Miriam PrantnerMay 26, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    Wonderful cards! I especially love that second one, looks fantastic with those papers!

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  53. AnonymousMay 26, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    I love both cards, but appreciate how much effort it took to create a gorgeous paper-only card. I struggle with that as well. Great work.

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  54. MistyMay 26, 2013 at 10:48 AM

    Awesome cards. I love the papers. A little bit country ♫ ♪
    Hummer Hugs,
    Misty
    http://delitefulsuds.blogspot.com/
    hummingbird204 at comcast dot net

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  55. KellyMay 26, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    WOW! you have been busy! love the use of the dog tag tag!

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  56. ajsdigishoppeMay 26, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Great cards I love the vintage feel :)

    Thank you for sharing and supporting OWH!

    Amanda
    http://www.ajsdigishoppe.com

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  57. grandmax2May 26, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    Wonderful cards, thanks for sharing.

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  58. ReneeMay 26, 2013 at 1:57 PM

    Wow both of these are great cards! Love them!

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  59. Teresa Godines #6857May 26, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    Fabulous cards. Love the star paper. TFS

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  60. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    These are very nice cards, even with out bling. I like the way you made them and I love the papers you used. Your experience gives you great perspective, thank you for sharing that and your talent..thank you for supporting OWH

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  61. RufusMay 26, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    With the papers that you've used the card doesn't need anything else! Thank you to your and your husband for your service to our country. Happy Memorial Day weekend,
    R/

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  62. DianeMay 26, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Thank you to you and your husband for all you have done for our country! And I love that you made a card with just paper- it is fantastic and shows that we do not need to buy everything under the sun to make great cards ( but I still love to buy! LOL). Love your second card as well--great take on the sketch and gret use of the papers! TFS

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  63. Camille ShortMay 26, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    Inspirational!

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  64. CheriMay 26, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    Oh, I wondered if someone would do that Bonus sketch....and you did a fabulous job!!! Love the "naked paper" one too. LOL. Thank you for being there for your hubby and thank him for his service!

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  65. GinnyMay 26, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    Really nice cards! I especially like that sunburst paper on the first card!
    Great job on both!

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  66. Annie WillsMay 26, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    Gorgeous cards...love the papers you chose. Thanks so much for sharing these!

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  67. JPScrapsMay 26, 2013 at 5:15 PM

    Two terrific cards!

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  68. BarbMay 26, 2013 at 5:44 PM

    great cards and awesome papers

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  69. Dixie CochranMay 26, 2013 at 7:24 PM

    Two great designs, and the patriotic colors are perfect!

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  70. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 7:24 PM

    What great cards for the OWH blog hop! I love them, great designs. Thanks for sharing:)

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  71. SusanMay 26, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    awesome awesome use of patterned paper! I'm a fan!!

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  72. SarahMay 26, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    Fabulous cards--love the squares--super cute! Thank you to your family for all their service!

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  73. Diane Clark-SuttonMay 26, 2013 at 10:15 PM

    Great cards. The first one is a great way to use up scraps.

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  74. Kay WilliamsonMay 26, 2013 at 10:33 PM

    Great cards, nice that you shared a little of your personal experiences.

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  75. JessieMay 26, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    Love these cards! I really like the distressed vintage look of the first one and the intricate quilted looking star on the second.

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  76. Susan SMay 26, 2013 at 10:49 PM

    both cards are really cute. I like #1 best - bold and striking

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  77. UnknownMay 27, 2013 at 12:12 AM

    Both cards are great. I especially live the first, high value contrast between the dp. Love the worn "country chic" feel to the squares. TFS!

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  78. JanisMay 27, 2013 at 1:20 AM

    Love your style on the first one!

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  79. KarenladdMay 27, 2013 at 2:30 AM

    Oh, I do love the papers you used for your fabulous cards!

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  80. Marilyn's Cricut CraftsMay 27, 2013 at 2:33 AM

    So glad you included both cards - I like them both! The first card really didn't need any bling; the strong colors of the cardstock really carries it all. Love your second card. The little tag looks like a dog tag. Two great patriotic cards - TFS! ~ Marilyn

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  81. JulesMay 27, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    Your paper really makes the cards standout. Great job.

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  82. Amie Kiger (Kigz) May 27, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Love that burst paper as the background on #1! I need to figure out how to combine the shapes in #2...thanks for sharing! :)

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  83. Patti JMay 27, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    Your cards are so nice! Someone is going to love receiving them! Thanks for sharing :)

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  84. JoAnn PMay 27, 2013 at 9:57 AM

    Love that paper and the distressed look.

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  85. Becca-expressionsMay 27, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    As a current military spouse, I can tell you that getting cards from my hubby while he was deployed meant a ton...even with e-mail, Skype, and Facebook. There's just something wonderful about a tangible piece of love you can hold in your hands. Thanks for your participation in the OWH Blog Hop!

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  86. cr8ivemeMay 27, 2013 at 1:29 PM

    Your cards are awesome. I like the CAS look.

    Hugs,
    M.E.

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  87. Crafting AdventuresMay 27, 2013 at 2:59 PM

    Great colors!

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  88. Lynn. G.May 27, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Love the red and white rays. Awesome. the colors are beautiful. Love the star embellishment too. Nicely done. Thank you for sharing.

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  89. paulaMay 27, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    Both cards are really pretty and patriotic! Love them both! Thanks for sharing your personal story.

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  90. UnknownMay 27, 2013 at 4:19 PM

    I didn't even miss the bling or ribbons on the first one! It is perfect just how it is! You also mixed the right balance of patterns and prints in the second! TFS with us! I'm also glad OWH is doing this! My mom had very little communication with my dad when he was gone. Glad that is changing!

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  91. Amy MartinMay 27, 2013 at 6:01 PM

    Wonderful cards. I love all the patriotic paper. they dont need any bling. They are perfect just the way they are. Thanks for joining in.

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  92. Cindy's Card CoMay 27, 2013 at 6:10 PM

    I love your cards, the first one is my favorite, love the more muted colors.

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  93. ElizabethMay 27, 2013 at 7:06 PM

    I am grateful to your husband for his service!! And for all those who lost a loved one who gave the ultimate sacrifice! I think there are many women, children who feel the way you did. Which is why I love to make cards for them & pray for them while I do:) Both card are great like they are! Bling & ribbon, etc is always preferred but not necessary with these 2!

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  94. silviaMay 27, 2013 at 7:37 PM

    Pretty cards! LOVE your red, white and blue~

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  95. AnonymousMay 27, 2013 at 7:37 PM

    thanks for sharing your patriotic cards, I know they will be enjoyed by those who receive them!
    linda patti tpatti@windstream.net

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  96. UnknownMay 27, 2013 at 7:44 PM

    I love the first card. The papers are amazing thanks for sharing your cards and your story

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  97. Paper BlessingsMay 27, 2013 at 8:26 PM

    Thanks to your husband for his service and to you for sharing the card inspiration! Love both of them, but think the second one is my favorite.

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  98. AnonymousMay 27, 2013 at 8:52 PM

    You did a wonderful job. Thank you for supporting our troops.

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  99. Jen MMay 27, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    What lovely cards! I adore the first one. It's so pretty. Thanks to your family for your service and sacrifice!

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  100. BobbisTreasureMay 27, 2013 at 10:38 PM

    Great use of twine on the pinwheel card - TFS!

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  101. KelleyMay 27, 2013 at 10:50 PM

    Your first card is stunning! I love your papers. I'm trying to figure out how you put the papers together on the second one. I enjoy a good mystery. :)

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  102. PoJoMay 27, 2013 at 11:14 PM

    Love your style! Thanks for sharing!

    ptucker6 at cox dot net

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  103. Heather GrowMay 28, 2013 at 1:15 AM

    You know, I totally don't miss the ribbon and bling on the first card. It looks great. Thanks for sharing.

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  104. MargaretMay 28, 2013 at 11:56 PM

    Two amazing and very patriotic cards! I love the papers you used on both of them!

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  105. AnnMay 30, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    Love your cards! The papers are great, they are so patriotic!

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  106. Lyn KaufmannMay 30, 2013 at 7:39 PM

    I love your "all paper" cards. You did a great job. Thank you for sharing.
    Lyn

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