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Monday, July 28, 2014

CardMaker and The Stamps of Life Blog Hop


Hello and happy Monday! Today I am part of a joint blog hop with CardMaker and The Stamps of Life featuring stamps from The Stamps of Life.  I made this card using the fabulous island2visit stamp set from The Stamps of Life.

The Stamps of Life are generously hosting a giveaway of three stamp sets ($12.95 value or less) to one winner on their blog.  I hope you'll swing by their blog to see all the details.




Here is a video to show you how I created this tranquil beach scene and how to add dimension to a solid image stamp using markers. 

Be sure to visit the next person on today's blog hop, Joana Studer, and see what she has to share with you! You can find a complete list of all the blogs in today's hop on the CardMaker blog.

Thanks for stopping by. I hope your day is wonderful!


Finished card size 4 ¼ by 5 ½ inches. 

 Supplies

 Island2Visit - The Stamps of Life

 Memento Ink (Tuxedo Black, Desert Sand, Espresso Truffle, Summer Sky, Bamboo Leaves, Bahama Blue)

 Pure Luxury Cardstock (White, In The Navy, Ocean Mist) - Gina K Designs

 Copic Markers (YG95, YG97, YG05, W3, W1, E57, E59)

 Memento Markers (Desert Sand, London Fog)

 Jumbo Sponge Daubers

 Paper Trimmer

 Scissors

 Scor-buddy

 Tape Runner

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124 comments:

  1. RuthJuly 28, 2014 at 5:44 AM

    I love this palm tree card. Good job!

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  2. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 5:48 AM

    Very pretty! The sand is very nicely done :)

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  3. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 5:57 AM

    Great use of shading markers, great idea!!

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  4. Penny WardJuly 28, 2014 at 5:59 AM

    Super cute card. Love how you had the starfish stuck in the sand, rather than just laying there. Thanks for the great video!!!

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  5. guilinger2July 28, 2014 at 6:03 AM

    I have this set and haven't used it. Thanks for the great tips!

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  6. Crafty Math ChickJuly 28, 2014 at 6:04 AM

    Another lovely card, I wouldn't mind sitting under that tree right now!

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  7. Mary Anne / MA54KJuly 28, 2014 at 6:17 AM

    I just love anything beachy! This is so cute!

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  8. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 6:24 AM

    I love the matting that sets the fabulous card off!

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  9. VillaJuly 28, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    Nicely done! I forgot about this set, thanks for the reminder!

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  10. DeniseJuly 28, 2014 at 6:50 AM

    Love the palm tree - wished I was on a beach somewhere !

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  11. ReginaJuly 28, 2014 at 7:08 AM

    Love this card. It is such a relaxing scene.

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  12. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 7:13 AM

    That's beautiful. I appreciate the video.

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  13. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 7:28 AM

    Nice card!

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  14. Deborah JJuly 28, 2014 at 7:33 AM

    I've never seen this set and am glad the video went along with it! Great card! Love the palm tree!!

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  15. sjkruegJuly 28, 2014 at 7:38 AM

    I love this card! I have to check my Stamps of Life inventory and see if I have this set. Can't wait to send a card like this to a relative who lives on the beach.

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  16. Jen Ward July 28, 2014 at 7:48 AM

    Wow! I have never seen this set before. How lovely!

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  17. IzziebearJuly 28, 2014 at 7:49 AM

    Great card, love the palm tree!

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  18. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 8:00 AM

    Really like your beach card

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  19. LisaJuly 28, 2014 at 8:05 AM

    At first look, I would've said I couldn't make this card, but your video was great! Adding the background and dimension really livened up this great stamp set..thanks!

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  20. sandyhJuly 28, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    your work is always top notch and this one is no exception! very cute and so thorough with the specs!

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  21. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 8:44 AM

    Thanks for the demo. I liked seeing your coloring techniques.

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  22. djkennedyJuly 28, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    Pretty and serene card - makes me want to pack my bags and head to the tropics right now.

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  23. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 9:06 AM

    Love this idea !! Have lots of friends that are beach people that this would be perfect for !! Loved the coloring !!

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  24. defordjJuly 28, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    Very cute!

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  25. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    Oh this card brings me back to living in hawaii. Beautiful card

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  26. Emily ThubbronJuly 28, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    Theresa, your cards are always spectacular and this one is no exception. I just love your scene. TFS

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  27. AnonymousJuly 28, 2014 at 9:31 AM

    I have this stamp set and love it. Great card. I always love to look at your work.

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  28. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 9:48 AM

    Nice card love the video very helpful.

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  29. DianeJuly 28, 2014 at 9:56 AM

    Relaxing scene-great and thanks for the video too.

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  30. karteleneJuly 28, 2014 at 10:03 AM

    Kewl and simple card thank you for sharing
    HÉlène

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  31. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 10:19 AM

    Very cute card. Reminds me of my recent trip to Punta Cana!!

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  32. RobinJuly 28, 2014 at 10:22 AM

    I absolutely love your technique! And thanks for the how to video!

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  33. Mary Kay WebsterJuly 28, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    Wonderful card! Love the technique you used with the starfish!! I always enjoy your videos!

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  34. NanceRNJuly 28, 2014 at 11:19 AM

    cute!!

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  35. jdirksJuly 28, 2014 at 11:24 AM

    Your techniques are so informative. Thanks.

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  36. MaryJuly 28, 2014 at 11:26 AM

    I love this card. I love how you did the shading.

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  37. KarenJuly 28, 2014 at 11:27 AM

    Life is Good! Great card.

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  38. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 11:33 AM

    Nice summmer card.

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  39. VestaJuly 28, 2014 at 11:35 AM

    Love this stamp set. Just waiting for the matching dies--hint, hint Stephanie!

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  40. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 11:47 AM

    I love the palm tree and the way you colored it Theresa is so very nice.

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  41. goaliemom36July 28, 2014 at 11:54 AM

    Wow awesome card.

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  42. ShannahJuly 28, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    I want to go on vacation with a palm tree just like yours!!! Very cute.

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  43. Tami in TexasJuly 28, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    I LOVE the palm frans . .. . . . Great technique.

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  44. BrookeJuly 28, 2014 at 12:38 PM

    Pretty card!

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  45. StampingGrammaJuly 28, 2014 at 1:23 PM

    Thanks for the video demo. Beautiful card.

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  46. Christy DavidsonJuly 28, 2014 at 1:24 PM

    Wow - I got to take a mini-vacation just looking at this card. Wonderful job on the relaxing feel of this card.

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  47. JessicaJuly 28, 2014 at 1:27 PM

    I like the subtle sand & sea background! Beautiful card!

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  48. Michele IJuly 28, 2014 at 1:32 PM

    this card is so cute thanks for the video on how to add demension

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  49. cghundleyJuly 28, 2014 at 1:40 PM

    Great looking beach
    scene, makes me want
    to go to the ocean!
    Carla from Utah

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  50. LynneJuly 28, 2014 at 1:42 PM

    Always enjoy your videos and this was no exception. Made me feel like I was in Hawaii. Beautiful card with just the right touches.

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  51. katpoohJuly 28, 2014 at 1:44 PM

    Love the sponging for your background!

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  52. judybob3July 28, 2014 at 1:57 PM

    Great job!

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  53. Carol SJuly 28, 2014 at 2:23 PM

    Great

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  54. sandiJuly 28, 2014 at 3:19 PM

    Love your creations always beautiful.

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  55. CorinnaJuly 28, 2014 at 3:33 PM

    This card is stunning. I absolutely love it. Great job with the copic coloring! It looks great!

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  56. SharonJuly 28, 2014 at 3:59 PM

    Love watching you colour, thanks for the video! Your card, as always is gorgeous!

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  57. AnonymousJuly 28, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    Love this. Could sink my toes in the sand

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  58. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 4:40 PM

    great card interesting video I learn't some new techniques today many thanks

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  59. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 5:21 PM

    Love the depth of the palm fronds and the sand. Nicely done. And thanks for the video

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  60. BeeJuly 28, 2014 at 6:47 PM

    Hawaii here I come! I love pine trees.

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  61. P MyersJuly 28, 2014 at 7:19 PM

    I never saw this set before. I will have to check it out. Great job on the coloring.

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  62. Rosy NewlunJuly 28, 2014 at 7:20 PM

    Ohhhh, I'm in LOVE! What a lovely beach scene, Theresa, esp how you added texture to your palm fronds and put the starfish into the sand ♥

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  63. shearcountryJuly 28, 2014 at 7:21 PM

    Love the techniques used on this card.

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  64. Rose MarieJuly 28, 2014 at 7:43 PM

    Wow cool card

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  65. AnonymousJuly 28, 2014 at 8:13 PM

    Always love your videos - you move at a great pace. I'm a SOL Die Hard Club member but I hate to admit it - I'd never noticed this set. It's really cute.

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  66. BratJuly 28, 2014 at 8:54 PM

    I love this card. I'll have to get this set!!!

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  67. Purrfect Paper CreationsJuly 28, 2014 at 9:46 PM

    Great palm tree, it makes such a lovely scene!

    Chris L.

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  68. linda mJuly 28, 2014 at 9:51 PM

    You made this TSOL tree come to life, Theresa! Thanks for the tip on balancing out the scene as well!

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  69. Charity Morris-Chamberlain July 28, 2014 at 10:13 PM

    Fantastic card! Thank you so much for the video as well :)

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  70. Jean BullockJuly 28, 2014 at 10:16 PM

    Good job on this card. What a great wish you were here card.

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  71. UnknownJuly 28, 2014 at 10:20 PM

    Love the palm trees and the color scheme. Very cute

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  72. Mrs BJuly 28, 2014 at 10:43 PM

    Hi Theresa. Great card, I wish I was there! : ) Off to the blog hop now. Take care.

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  73. MiriamJuly 28, 2014 at 10:45 PM

    Nice card!

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  74. AnonymousJuly 28, 2014 at 11:11 PM

    Makes me wish I were on a beach.

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  75. LauraJuly 28, 2014 at 11:13 PM

    Love the technique for making the sand more realistic.

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  76. DawnJuly 28, 2014 at 11:39 PM

    Beautiful coloring

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  77. MarciaJuly 28, 2014 at 11:43 PM

    Love the colors. So subtle and soft looking.

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  78. LarisaJuly 29, 2014 at 1:05 AM

    Sweet sweet card ♥

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  79. JeanJuly 29, 2014 at 1:41 AM

    Thank you for the Video instructions. It is great to see how you do it.

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  80. Brenda McBrideJuly 29, 2014 at 4:52 AM

    Absolutely love this card!

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  81. Sandy (Cheesy)July 29, 2014 at 5:04 AM

    Life is good, Theresa. Especially if there are beaches and palm trees involved.

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  82. Sharon UnderwoodJuly 29, 2014 at 8:25 AM

    I love this stamp set! Great card -- love how you highlighted specific points in the tree top.

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  83. jeanJuly 29, 2014 at 10:01 AM

    Can't wait to finish the blog hop to view ur video, love the card!!!!

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  84. UnknownJuly 29, 2014 at 12:09 PM

    wonderful card for summer! :)

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  85. UnknownJuly 29, 2014 at 1:04 PM

    Love the palm tree,thanks for the video.Such detail in your coloring.

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  86. Jennifer SJuly 29, 2014 at 1:54 PM

    LOVE!! your card!!!

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  87. AnonymousJuly 29, 2014 at 3:28 PM

    Really enjoying this hop! The talent is amazing!!!!!

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  88. UnknownJuly 29, 2014 at 3:52 PM

    Thanks for the video, enjoy being inspired. Thanks for sharing!

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  89. AnonymousJuly 30, 2014 at 5:19 AM

    What great summer card.

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  90. DaniaJuly 30, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    UGH! I don't have this stamp set yet. :( Love the coloring. It's a beautiful card. So summery.

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  91. beckyJuly 30, 2014 at 7:22 AM

    I love this set too. I love this card. Just perfect and thanks for sharing.

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  92. BrendaJuly 30, 2014 at 7:31 AM

    Love your card! Thanks for the tutorial video!

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  93. UnknownJuly 30, 2014 at 9:58 AM

    So glad you used Copic markers. ...love them

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  94. pookiepeaJuly 30, 2014 at 10:11 AM

    Stink'n adorable card! The video was such a sweet bonus.

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  95. CrystalJuly 30, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    Lovely card. TFS. Looks like I'll be investing in some more stamps of life!

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  96. nancy yJuly 30, 2014 at 11:05 AM

    wish I was relaxing under that tree right about now! Great little card, thanks for showing us how!

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  97. squonksJuly 30, 2014 at 11:59 AM

    Heading to the craft room soon to try this out. Thanks

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  98. cropstoolittleJuly 30, 2014 at 12:29 PM

    beautiful card. love the video with the copic ideas

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  99. MelissaJuly 30, 2014 at 12:49 PM

    BEAUTIFUL colors and shading. I can almost feel the breeze and hear the waves.
    LOVE the Stamps of Life!

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  100. ColleenJuly 30, 2014 at 1:46 PM

    Great tree, love the card

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  101. UnknownJuly 30, 2014 at 2:02 PM

    Love the palm tree!!

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  102. UnknownJuly 30, 2014 at 2:58 PM

    I love the beach so your card brings memories of summer fun!

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  103. Celeste GoffJuly 30, 2014 at 3:06 PM

    Great card Theresa! I love your videos!

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  104. Amy FillmoreJuly 30, 2014 at 3:12 PM

    Nice card! Love the video!

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  105. Christine KosmakJuly 30, 2014 at 6:29 PM

    Thanks for the video tutorial on making this card. I really appreciated the copic colouring, wish that I could afford them but can't they are just too expensive being on a pension. A great card.

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  106. UnknownJuly 30, 2014 at 7:09 PM

    Thanks for the video, a beautiful cards. Makes me want to go to Hawaii....






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  107. UnknownJuly 30, 2014 at 7:17 PM

    Love the card. Makes me want to go to Florida to see my friend and the palms.

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  108. AnonymousJuly 30, 2014 at 7:55 PM

    Love it!

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  109. Leonie ViljoenJuly 30, 2014 at 8:05 PM

    Love the colors and a chance to win!!!!






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  110. TeresaJuly 30, 2014 at 8:14 PM

    I love love this card!!

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  111. TrinaJuly 30, 2014 at 9:19 PM

    Nice card.

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  112. NormaJuly 31, 2014 at 12:28 AM

    Love the colors used on the card :)

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  113. VanessaBJuly 31, 2014 at 1:53 AM

    Beautiful scene on your card. Thank you for the video on how to recreate it. (tsol dt)

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  114. JanJuly 31, 2014 at 4:54 AM

    Great card wish I was there! Thanks for the video :)

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  115. stankyJuly 31, 2014 at 7:08 AM

    WOW!! Very impressive :) beautiful card and great technique!!! I love the tiny starfish :)

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  116. UnknownJuly 31, 2014 at 7:26 AM

    Takes me away. Peaceful

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  117. UnknownJuly 31, 2014 at 10:07 AM

    Love the palm tree! Great job!

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  118. Tracy S.July 31, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    Sand meeting water is always an issue. I like your fade technique. Very nice.

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  119. vlrbreingan@yahoo.comJuly 31, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    Teresa your blending technique is spot on,u love it.Ive never masked with post its thanks for that too.Love your card an thanjs for the teaching. :-)

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  120. albrennickJuly 31, 2014 at 11:15 AM

    Absolutely adorable!!

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  121. SHERRYJuly 31, 2014 at 5:53 PM

    very nice!

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  122. Stamping with DonnaG!July 31, 2014 at 6:17 PM

    Makes me feel like going on a holiday right now Love it

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  123. TeriJuly 31, 2014 at 10:23 PM

    So very summery!

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  124. Jeanne J. August 4, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    Wonderful summery card! I loved watching the video too so I could see how you added all the detail!

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