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Saturday, May 24, 2014

OWH Memorial Blog Hop 2014

Hello Friends, Bloggers and Hoppers! I'm so glad you're visiting today! Thank you for taking the time to see what I've created for the OWH Memorial Day Bloghop. It's been a blast to participate and see all the fantastic cards. 

We were asked to make a card using a patriotic theme but use either a "Missing You, Thank You or I Love You" sentiment. I chose "I Love You" The products I've used are listed at the very bottom of this post. I wanted to make something a little different than a traditional A2 card. This card is still A2 size and has little demension but be nicely displayed when a little kiddo receives it from their loved one.

Here's a side view. You can see a sneak peek at the white liner I added for writing and then there is plenty of room to write on the back too.

You can find a tutorial on how to make an easel card here. You can also find more tutorials on my tutorial tab here.


Finally the inside view. I added a few more hearts that were left over from the punch, to the side just to jazz it up a bit.
With matching envelope and using a heart embossing folder too.


I hope you are inspired by my lever card. If you haven't made one yet let me encourage you to do so. You can find a tutorial linked under my Tutorial tab at the top as well as some additional links to more sample lever cards I've made.

now it's your turn to go make somethng beautiful.... and don't forget to hop along and see what others are creating!

Thank you to my followers for always checking out my latest creation and if your visiting please consider following me. If you become a follower I'll send you a shout out on this weeks Feature Friday post and link your blog so others can visit you too. Oh and how could I forget--you'll be entered in my BLOG CANDY drawing. Check it out here!
( Unfortunately, there are some who have not posted in the comments or sent me the link to their blog in an email. I will not be hunting for your blog so if you don't post your blog address in a comment or email to me I won't be able to link it up)


If you'd like to start at the beginning of the hop click on the badge below

Products:
Americana 6x6 paper pad by Pebbles (I found this at ACMoore)
Martha Stewart Lace Heart border punch
white ribbon
Bazzell cardstock in Admiral
mini heart punch
Copic markers C1, C3 & C5
Hero Arts sentiment stamps
LOTV Blowing Bubbles ST156
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116 comments:

  1. CoraMay 24, 2014 at 3:32 AM

    Such a sweet card. Perfect for a little boy or a girl. You put a lot of love into this card and it shows.

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  2. JessMay 24, 2014 at 6:44 AM

    This card is adorable! That elephant is so precious and I can see a child proudly displaying this from their deployed parent!

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  3. JessieMay 24, 2014 at 7:48 AM

    Absolutely adorable! I love that you didn't do a "traditional" A2, and that elephant is super cute! And I like that you tied it together w/ the hearts on the envelope.

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  4. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Very cute!!! Love the idea of the matched envelope!

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  5. Melanie RozwoodMay 24, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    That elephant is adorable! Great card.

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  6. cassMay 24, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    Very cute card, thanks for joining us at Fan-Tastic Tuesday this week

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  7. Kristie GouletMay 24, 2014 at 10:21 AM

    Awww! Your card is so sweet! I LOVE it!
    Thank you for your sweet comment on my blog. I am a new follower. :) Have a great weekend!

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    1. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 9:24 PM

      Yeah Kristie!! I'm so glad to have you as a new friend and follower of all things beautiful! I hope you enjoy the posts and are inspired!

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  8. MelanieMay 24, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    A lovely card!
    Thank you soo much for taking part in our "spots and/or stripes” challenge.
    Hope to see you again in our next challenge as well…

    Hugs,
    Melanie
    (DT Penny's Paper Crafty Challenges)

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  9. sherry vargaMay 24, 2014 at 10:35 AM

    So very cute.

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  10. DebMay 24, 2014 at 10:38 AM

    Love your card and thanks for being part of OWH. I make most of my cards for the troops. Visit me at debwaycreations.com.

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  11. Caren BMay 24, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    Love that elephant!

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  12. nancy yMay 24, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    What a sweet card, I think the lever card is a great idea as they display so well! Thanks for visiting my blog, I'm a new follower as you have lots of great stuff here! http://squirrelyart.blogspot.com

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    1. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 9:25 PM

      Yeah Nancy!!! Thanks a bunch for following all things beautiful and good luck in the blog candy drawing!

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  13. Lori KobularMay 24, 2014 at 11:23 AM

    I love that adorable elephant!! Great card!

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  14. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 11:27 AM

    I love easel cards! terry.taylor5@comcast.net

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  15. Celeste GoffMay 24, 2014 at 11:43 AM

    What a super sweet card!!!

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  16. AnonymousMay 24, 2014 at 12:37 PM

    Very cute card!! - Kristal

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  17. MarshaMay 24, 2014 at 12:39 PM

    Oh so very cute. Love the front with that darling elephant and really special with it being and easel card.

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  18. conilMay 24, 2014 at 12:42 PM

    ADORABLE...I can just see the sparkly eyes of the recipient when the open this card. Darling.

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  19. Carmen O.May 24, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    What an adorable card! I can see any child being so very excited to receive this cutie in the mail. I love easel cards too. Well done!

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    1. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 9:26 PM

      Thanks Carmen and welcome as a new folloer. Good Luck in the drawing and remember to come back this friday to see your "Shout Out" and link to your blog. Hope you get lots of visitors!

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  20. Cindy's Card CoMay 24, 2014 at 1:39 PM

    So cute. There's a lot of work involved in this card. Whoever gets it is going to love it.

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  21. Donna NuceMay 24, 2014 at 1:51 PM

    Amy this is an absolutely adorable card! That little elephant is so sweet! Thanks for a chance to win. Have a great day and thanks for supporting OWH!

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    1. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 9:28 PM

      Hey Donna! Glad your visiting and thanks for being a follower for some time now. It's nice to hear from old friends.

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  22. Jen R.May 24, 2014 at 2:02 PM

    Love the elephant! Nicely done with the card!

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  23. CherieMay 24, 2014 at 2:13 PM

    I like all of the little details on this card like the hearts on the inside. Adorable!

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  24. SandraMay 24, 2014 at 2:25 PM

    this is so cute!! Love the image, the colors you used and the shape of the card!!
    Thanks for joining the TTCRD challenges.
    Hugs,Sandra

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  25. Paper Therapy PonderingsMay 24, 2014 at 3:05 PM

    very cute - I used paper from Pebbles for my card also - thanks for support OWH

    Barb Housner

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  26. Sharon ChengMay 24, 2014 at 3:35 PM

    Wonderful easel card. Love how you chose your red, white and blue papers.

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  27. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 3:49 PM

    I'm so glad I found you. Love your work! Some little fella will be so excited to get this fun card from his mom or dad. So cute.

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    1. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 9:29 PM

      Welcome Becki! So happy your following! Good luck with your blog launch andhope you get lots of visitors.

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  28. Paula S.May 24, 2014 at 3:53 PM

    What a beautiful card! That elephant is adorable and I totally agree that this will be on display by whoever gets it. It really makes it a gift unto itself. Very nice work! Thanks for joining in the hop and supporting OWH.

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    1. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 9:30 PM

      Thanks Paula. Nice to see a familiar face. Love your work too and thanks for doing so much for OWH!

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  29. Verna AngerhoferMay 24, 2014 at 4:02 PM

    So cute and adorable is that elephant and I love how you used it on your lovely easel card design. This will surely make someone smile a lot.

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  30. Leslie HannaMay 24, 2014 at 5:32 PM

    Such an adorable elephant! Love the hearts! And I admire anyone who takes the time to finish the inside of their cards. Yes, some kid will LOVE receiving this!

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  31. TammyMay 24, 2014 at 5:33 PM

    Adorable card and fabulous design, I love the inside!

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  32. byAnnetteMay 24, 2014 at 6:20 PM

    Cute Card!
    Especially like how you added the little punched hearts to the inside of the card!

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  33. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 6:27 PM

    what an absolutely adorable easel card - thanks for all the views and the link to tutorial

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  34. KarenladdMay 24, 2014 at 6:31 PM

    Wow, this card is so impressive and so darn adorable!! I love the fancy fold and that ultra sweet little elephant! Already a blog follower on google!

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    1. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 9:31 PM

      Thanks Karen for the kind comments and for following!

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  35. Karen McAlpineMay 24, 2014 at 6:34 PM

    So sweet. Any child would love it! Well, I think any adult would love it too!!

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  36. jheuser69May 24, 2014 at 7:05 PM

    Amy wonderful job on the card - I love easel cards and yours is amazing. I love all the detail that you put into it. Great use of the copic markers on the elephant!

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    1. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 9:33 PM

      Thanks Jodie and welcome as a new follower of all things beautiful! make sure to come back this Friday to see your "Shout Out to you and your blog. Hope you get lots of visitors and Good Luck in the drawing.

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  37. Andrea TMay 24, 2014 at 7:18 PM

    How cute. I can see it proudly displayed next to a little one's bed. The elephant is so cute with the hearts.

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  38. SHartlMay 24, 2014 at 7:21 PM

    This card is almost a card and present in one! That darling little elephant makes my heart sing!

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  39. SHartlMay 24, 2014 at 7:21 PM

    Oh yes, and I am already a blog follower!

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    1. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 9:40 PM

      Hi, So glad you're visiting. Wouldbe glad to include you in my Blog Candy Drawing for followers. I don't have your blog address. Send me an email and I'll send oyu a Shout Out this week Friday.

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    2. SHartlMay 27, 2014 at 4:08 PM

      Hi Amy, I don't have a blog (and wouldn't even know how to begin one to tell you the truth!) but I love getting my crafty inspiration from my favorites online!

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  40. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 7:59 PM

    So much love went into that card! Love the matching envelope.

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  41. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 8:04 PM

    What a charming card for a little one. How tickled they will be! I am a new follower.
    Elizabeth Campau
    http://visionsofpaper.blogspot.com/

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  42. Kathy SMay 24, 2014 at 8:08 PM

    Great card for a child - nice coloring and a lovely mix of papers.

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  43. LibLadyMay 24, 2014 at 8:19 PM

    Love the elephant.

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  44. airbornewifeMay 24, 2014 at 8:29 PM

    Your card caught my eye in the thumbnails.. what a fun easel card. love the Red, White & Blue!!! thanks for sharing ~ Pam

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  45. www.hokiecoyote.comMay 24, 2014 at 8:42 PM

    Very cute easel card. I love everything elephants!

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  46. Lee MaeMay 24, 2014 at 9:42 PM

    When I saw your card I was saying "oh, oh, oh" in my head. Your card is beyond adorable. That little elephant, the hearts, the cute papers, oh, oh, oh. And it's an easel card with even more cute decorations... Needless to say, I just love your card!

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  47. AprilMay 24, 2014 at 9:46 PM

    Such a neat idea. It's a card and a gift in one. Very nice.
    April

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  48. MargaretMay 24, 2014 at 10:55 PM

    Love the easel card.

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  49. BarbaraMay 24, 2014 at 11:49 PM

    I am in love with this card. Great little elephant. Lovely paper choice and the easel card ties it all together.

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  50. UnknownMay 25, 2014 at 2:03 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous card Amy! That little elephant is just adorable. :)

    Hugs, Hanne

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  51. StampNKMay 25, 2014 at 2:16 AM

    I love everything about this card! The easel design and that cute elephant would make someone really happy! I am a follower but I don't have a blog myself. Not too tech savy but I do love to craft!

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  52. Esther E.May 25, 2014 at 10:12 AM

    Easel cards are so good for standing up. You are right. Some kid is going to love getting this card from a parent who is far away.

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  53. KristieMay 25, 2014 at 11:44 AM

    I just love your easel card. You've added so much loving detail to it. That little elephant is just adorable. A little child will definitely treasure this card. Thanks for your support for OWH.

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  54. kdnkddMay 25, 2014 at 12:29 PM

    So adorable. Love the papers and hearts and it is an easel card too.

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  55. Patt H.May 25, 2014 at 1:40 PM

    Adorable card! Love the cute little elephant!

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  56. UnknownMay 25, 2014 at 1:44 PM

    This is such a great card, very well done, I like the way it stands up.

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  57. Patti JMay 25, 2014 at 2:56 PM

    Well done! Your card is beautiful, and someone will so love both giving and getting it! Thanks for sharing, Amy!

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  58. LisaMay 25, 2014 at 3:22 PM

    Your lever card is awesome in so many ways! Thanks for sharing :) Cannot wait to finish the hop and come back to look at the tutorial!

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  59. Jo Ann U.May 25, 2014 at 4:34 PM

    The little elephant is ADORABLE!

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  60. nnaloracMay 25, 2014 at 5:38 PM

    So cute, love the cute elephant and your colour como.. Thanks for sharing over on AYLI.. Carolxx

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  61. Lady Bug StampersMay 25, 2014 at 7:58 PM

    Oh my this is one of the most adorable elephants I have seen in a long time. Beautiful coloring and great choice of papers. Thanks for joining us for our final challenge. Hope to see you in blogland.
    Linda K. DT.

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  62. mariangelMay 25, 2014 at 8:10 PM

    adorable card and the elephant is so cute love it

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  63. Tammy P.May 25, 2014 at 8:43 PM

    Beyond precious!! The little elephant is adorable and all the little hearts are so sweet.

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  64. Sybrina KMay 25, 2014 at 8:55 PM

    What a fabulous card that any little kiddo would love to receive. Great idea to make a lever card. Thanks for the link to the tutorial.

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  65. RufusMay 25, 2014 at 9:17 PM

    Your little elephant is just so dang cute!
    R/

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  66. Amy C.May 25, 2014 at 9:18 PM

    This is such a sweet card! That elephant is adorable!

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  67. ElizabethMay 25, 2014 at 9:48 PM

    What a beautiful card! I love the papers & colors you chose! And the design too!

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  68. LindaMay 25, 2014 at 10:55 PM

    Adorable card! One of these days I will get the urge to try. Perfect paper mix. WTG!!!!

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  69. Louise H.May 26, 2014 at 12:07 AM

    Fabulous card. I love the easel, the design, the elephant, basically everything. Thanks. lhannold@aol.com

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  70. UnknownMay 26, 2014 at 12:12 AM

    I love this card! I need to try this!

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  71. Rhonda MillerMay 26, 2014 at 12:18 AM

    This is so cute. I love the elephant and the punch. Those papers are great.

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  72. Andrea D. La VigneMay 26, 2014 at 12:57 AM

    I usually try to avoid the overused "C" word (cute), but can't help it here--this card IS cute! Love that elephant and your design. I never thought an easel card could be made to work for OWH, but you've opened my eyes to possibilities. Thanks for your comment on my blog this weekend. Thanks also for sharing your card and supporting OWH. Have a great day!

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  73. ShantaMay 26, 2014 at 1:14 AM

    lovely lovely card!!!

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  74. UnknownMay 26, 2014 at 3:50 AM

    This card is adorable...the elephant is just precious! You have a new follower!!

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  75. Sue DMay 26, 2014 at 8:27 AM

    So cute with all the hearts and the adorable elephant.

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  76. Crafty JudithMay 26, 2014 at 8:49 AM

    Fab make hun and thanks so much for sharing with us at Fan-Tastic Tuesday hugs Judith DT x

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  77. CheriMay 26, 2014 at 11:24 AM

    Love, love, love this card! Such a stunning design!

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  78. UnknownMay 26, 2014 at 1:26 PM

    I was also going to say stunning! Really great card, love the images and the borders!!beautiful

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  79. creations by jackieMay 26, 2014 at 1:47 PM

    I love easel cards and this one is simply adorable with the elephant!

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  80. Nancy MMay 26, 2014 at 1:57 PM

    Wow--LOVE your card;TFS!! What a cool idea.

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  81. Nancy MMay 26, 2014 at 2:00 PM

    I follow you now, too. Sure don't want to miss anything as yummy as THIS card is!!!

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  82. Ann MarieMay 26, 2014 at 2:20 PM

    Will be following you! Your card is so sweet! Reminds me of Dumbo

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  83. UnknownMay 26, 2014 at 2:37 PM

    Love the easel. Sweet card.

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  84. MicheleMay 26, 2014 at 3:25 PM

    Beautiful, cute, and fun. So many details make the card wonderful. Plus, what kid wouldn't like the stand up feature?

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  85. LynneMay 26, 2014 at 3:28 PM

    What a cute card. I can just see the face of the lucky child who receives it.

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  86. MichelleMay 26, 2014 at 3:30 PM

    This is an awesome card! I just love that elephant! Thank you!

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  87. TamieMay 26, 2014 at 3:32 PM

    Your easel card is simply awesome! I am loving your easel design, the layout, super cute image and your color combo. Thank-you for joining us at the CardsGaloreEncore Challenge #5 Anything Goes.

    Tamie DT

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  88. BrendaMay 26, 2014 at 4:42 PM

    I love the easel card! I am an elephant person and fell in love with this card. I started following you and I'm not sure if my blog showed up or not, but here it is brendasstampingcorner.blogspot.com TFS

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  89. WavejumperMay 26, 2014 at 5:20 PM

    This is the first (only?) card like it so far in the blog and it is just wonderful!!!!!

    Talk about a child getting something special!!! You can't even find those in card stores here! And look at all the extras-the hearts inside, on the envelope....just terrific card!!!

    Thank you for making and sharing it!

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  90. BlytheMay 26, 2014 at 6:59 PM

    What an adorable little elephant

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  91. AimeeMay 26, 2014 at 7:05 PM

    Oh, this is definitely one of the CUTEST cards in the whole blog hop!! I LOVE it!! Some little kiddo is going to be sooooo excited to receive this from their Hero. I love all the white liner you added so a Hero can write a nice long message inside.

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  92. Diana N.May 26, 2014 at 8:26 PM

    Great easel card! And you are right there is still lots of space for a hero to write home.

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  93. BobbisTreasureMay 26, 2014 at 8:43 PM

    Love your work, especially how you used the hearts from the border for additional embellishment. Thanks for supporting OWH!

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  94. SUPRFOXdesignsMay 26, 2014 at 9:38 PM

    What a great card- love that it pops up and gives dimension - I will be following you as well, love your work!!! Thanks for sharing

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  95. GretchenMay 26, 2014 at 11:41 PM

    What a cute elephant! Love the different fold, and that you left plenty of room for writing.

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  96. GretchenMay 26, 2014 at 11:44 PM

    Oh, and I'm following. I have a blog but I don't post often.

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  97. Linda from AZMay 27, 2014 at 1:18 PM

    Easel cards are so dynamic and I just love this one.

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  98. KerryMay 27, 2014 at 8:59 PM

    Absolutely adorable card. It is fabulous even without that too-too-cute elephant. I really like the lever card and am excited to try one.

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  99. HazelMay 29, 2014 at 5:42 PM

    Thanks for sharing your lovely creation for Crafting Musketeers challenge 13: anything but square, Hazel, DT Crafting Musketeers x

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  100. kanatanewfMay 29, 2014 at 9:36 PM

    A fantastic project for OWH. Thanks for joining us this week at the Sister Act Card Challenge! Hope to see you again next week! Sheena B

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  101. ladynurse4May 31, 2014 at 4:35 PM

    This is so adorable. Thanks for participating in OWH. Thanks for sharing your wonderful work with us at Scrapbook Blessings Club.
    Barbara
    SBC-DT

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    1. ladynurse4May 31, 2014 at 4:37 PM

      This is my blog address, I started following you too.
      http://ladynurse4.blogspot.com/

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  102. GrannymamaMay 31, 2014 at 9:46 PM

    Love your easel card, very pretty. Thank you for playing with us at SBC

    Carolyn
    SBC DT

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  103. CindyMay 31, 2014 at 10:07 PM

    Oh, so cute! Love the elephant! Thanks for joining us at SBC. Cindy -DT

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  104. Zw@@nJune 1, 2014 at 5:02 PM

    That's a great card, Amy. Cute image and beautiful colours. Thank you for joining us at As You Like It.
    Luv, Wilma

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  105. UnknownJune 6, 2014 at 4:07 AM

    Thank you for playing along with our challenge at Jellypark - this card is just beautiful, love your design! x

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I would love to hear your thoughts on my work so feel free to speak your mind and be specific. In fact, I love it! Thank you so much for commenting and have a wonderful day!