Sunday, March 13, 2011

Spellbinders Thank You Hop!

The Gina K Design team would like to welcome to you this special Spellbinders Thank You Blog Hop!! Recently Spellbinders generously gifted each member of our design team with the amazing new Grand Calibur!!! What an amazing gift and we are absolutely enjoying this fabulous machine!! We have made some special cards and projects to showcase the new Grand Calibur and why we love it !! Thank you Spellbinders!!!


**If you are following the blog hop, you should have come here from Carolina's BLOG.**

Here is the card I created for today's hop:
I created this card using images from Gina K Designs- Dream Birds (the bird), Smile (sentiment), and Sent with Love (tree). I used some Jillibean soup paper to add some super big hearts to the tree.

What I love most about the Grand Calibur is that it is EFFORTLESS. The extra large plates move through the machine smoothly and easily. I can use several dies on a run-through and it cuts well every time. I definitely recommend this machine. And, although I LOVE the new Grand dies for the large size for scrap booking...they are also great for creating cards.

What I love most about this card is the card shape, which was created by folding a piece of white cardstock in half and die cutting it with the Grand Big Scalloped Circles and the Grand Calibur. After running the die through, I had the basic card shape. I sliced the bottom of the circle off to create a flat bottom for the card...as shown below.

To create this card shape, fold a piece of white cardstock in half. (The fold should be at the top) Place your die as shown:

Run through the Grand Calibur:


When you take the cut shape out, place it on your cutter, fold to the left. You will be cutting off the bottom part of the scallops so that the card will stand nicely when opened. Tip: Line up the left side of the card with the grid lines on your paper cutter so that you can ensure a straight cut:

The card is ready for you to embellish:
Thanks again Spellbinders for the generous gift. I am lovin' my Grand Calibur!


**The next blog on the hop is the fabulous Cat!! So head on over there to be dazzled!**

Thanks for stopping by! See you back here tomorrow for something FUN!!!!!!!!

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102 comments:

  1. Cat TidwellMarch 13, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    OOOoo I am loving your shaped card! this is awesome Camster!

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  2. Theresa MomberMarch 13, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Cammie, this card is so stinkin' cute! One od my all time Camster faves!

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  3. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    who knew??? Thanks for sharing that tip...and I am totally loving that bird...

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  4. RitaMarch 13, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Wow, clever! So darn cute, I luv it...luv the hearts on the tree & your creative sun!!!

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  5. CarolinaMarch 13, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Ahhh....ever so sweet Cammie! Thank for showing the step-by-step to making this shaped card!

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  6. KimMarch 13, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Cammie this is absolutely gorgeous! I just got a GC myself and used it for the first time last night...OMG I am totally in love with it too! :) Beautiful card hun...love how you made such a unique shape!!
    Hugs~
    Kim

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  7. Dawn EastonMarch 13, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    This is adorable!

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  8. JaniceAileenMarch 13, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Absolutely love this
    Cammie!

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  9. MelanieMarch 13, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    adorable card, thanks for sharing how you cut it to make that shape, clever!!

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  10. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 10:17 AM

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  11. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    I would have never thought to place the nestabilities off the folded paper like that..thank you for sharing! This is why I love blog hopping..so many creative ideas!

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  12. LynetteMarch 13, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Oh how fun, Cammie - lucky you! What a great card, too!

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  13. SusanMarch 13, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Great card and thanks for the tutorial.

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  14. Debbie RogersMarch 13, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Wow...a great new way to make cards using the Grand Calibur!

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  15. Donna BakerMarch 13, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    what a FUN new card shape - now I have to get the grand circles, thanks! lol. your card is ADORABLE!

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  16. Ceci V.March 13, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    Nice! I think I wouldn't mind trading my cricut for the Grand Calibur!!!

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  17. MaryMarch 13, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    What a very sweet card, and thank you so much for showing how you made it. Spellbinder and Gina K....what a team!

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  18. Crafty Math ChickMarch 13, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Adorable card Cammie, I love how you combined these images from the three different sets! Have fun enjoying your uber cool new machine, talk about a fun surprise!!

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  19. Vicki DutcherMarch 13, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Cammie - wonderful photo tutorial! Great end result card~

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  20. NoreenMarch 13, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Thanks for the tip - it makes a really nice card shape. And we can make new card shapes with all the different Nesties!

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  21. RavengirlMarch 13, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    What a darling card Cammie! I love those hearts on your tree. I have read that the dies and cutting plates glide so easily through the Grand Calibur with very little effort! Love the shape of your card as well :)

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  22. BeckyMarch 13, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    So cute. Fabulous design and love the button for the sun. :)

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  23. GailMarch 13, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Great use of the die to create a unique card! Thanks for sharing!

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  24. DonnaMarch 13, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    Wow! Lucky you! Great card and fun design! Thanks for sharing.

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  25. Sharon HarnistMarch 13, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    You clever girl -- LOVE your shaped card! And what a fabulous combination of that adorable bird and tree -- wonderful Spring card!

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  26. Queen MaryMarch 13, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    Love your card, Love your primo details with pix! You rock and this Grand Caliber is putting a whole new spin on paper crafts isn't it!

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  27. GlamourMarch 13, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Oh, I really need one of these!
    Diane

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  28. Mary HansenMarch 13, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Great project! Have lots of fun with that Grand Cal!

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  29. One Scrappy GalMarch 13, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    How clever! Who'd a thunk it?!

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  30. MickiMarch 13, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Cool card! Love how you used the die!

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  31. --MarcyMarch 13, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Super fun! Another level of excitement!

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  32. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    How adorable is this card. I love the bird and hearts. Thanks for the tutorial.

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  33. AnonymousMarch 13, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    holy moses, what a wonderful card!!! Every single thing about it is adorable!!! I love my Grand Calibur, it's the first machine I've ever purchased - although I'm not sure it really counts as a purchase since I used gift cards, but hey, all for the same purpose! =)

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  34. Auntie EmMarch 13, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    I love these large cards made with the Grand Caliburs. They are so amazing! Love your sweet birdie and tree under the blinged out sun! Too cute!
    Thanks for sharing! :)

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  35. NanaConnieMarch 13, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Love the card and love the way you showed us how you did it! Thanks for all the inspiration you give us.

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  36. Mary FriederichsenMarch 13, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Oh this is so adorable Cammie!
    I am so jealous!
    My husband just told me that i could get the circut,but I told hime no i would rather have the grand calibur OR the vagabond!I just can't decide which! But after seeing all the possiblities i think i am leaning more toward the grand calibur!!
    Thank you for sharing!
    Blessings and Hugs,
    Mary

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  37. Sue SmithMarch 13, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    What a great way to make a new shape for a card!!

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  38. SherylHMarch 13, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Got to love those large Spellinder dies for shaped cards.

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  39. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    Such a pretty card and beautifully explained! It's adorable! xxx

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  40. RuthAnnMarch 13, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    This is a great card, love the shape. I need the Grand Calibur.....Thanks for sharing and giving the step by step info for
    this card.

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  41. BastMarch 13, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    Love the card it is just too cute! TFS

    Kim
    bast830@comcast.net

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  42. CarolMarch 13, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    wonderful card, love the bigger nesties!

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  43. JamiMarch 13, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    What a cool card!! Love the shape - I'd never think to cut the bottom off like that! And love the heart-tree!!

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  44. Patti JMarch 13, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    I so want one of these! Your card is fabulous, Cammie! Love how you cut the bottom! Great job, what a fun card!!! Please check out my blog today - I need a huge favor from as many folks as we can reach! Hugs!

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  45. GoldaMarch 13, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    Really cute card. Love how you shaped it.

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  46. nannapatMarch 13, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Cammie your card is just awesome - guaranteed to make everyone smile. tfs with us. Pat x

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  47. DebraMarch 13, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Your card is cute and cheery! TFS.

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  48. Beth SMarch 13, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    This is such a cute card. Thanks for the tutorial.

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  49. grandmaleeMarch 13, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    I hadn't thought about using them for the card shapes. Thanks for the great tip! And I really love your card!

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  50. Andrea FosterMarch 13, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    LUV it--always looking for something new and fun.

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  51. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    thank for showing how you did your card will try this out
    you card is very pretty
    thank for showing

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  52. LindaMarch 13, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Thank you for the great tip. I love the shape!

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  53. Michelle WoernerMarch 13, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    WOW! This is total cuteness. Love the hearts on the tree! Hugs!

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  54. Diana SearsMarch 13, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    how lucy are you with a new machine. congrats!!!!! love the card shape.

    diana s
    hurst tx

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  55. Giovana March 13, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Fantastic card Cammie! Love the new shape and all the paper piecing!

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  56. TamaraMarch 13, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    I Love the little birds!!

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  57. LageneMarch 13, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Adorable card! Yahoo for all of you on getting the wonderful Grand Calibur!!!!

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  58. Moments by MarlaMarch 13, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    I have used dies to make shaped cards, but have never thought of cutting part of that off. Wonderful idea! Your card is so fresh and reminds me that spring is on it's way. Thank you!

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  59. Charlotte OdomMarch 13, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    I love this shaped card! What a great idea!

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  60. DottieMarch 13, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Cute idea! Lots of possibilities.

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  61. AnonymousMarch 13, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Great idea, thanks a lot :)

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  62. jazy1mMarch 13, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Love your idea. Thanks for sharing.

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  63. anniMarch 13, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Love the shape of the card and so creative to use hearts for leaves! Too cute!

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  64. CarolMarch 13, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    An adorable card.

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  65. Virginia WingoMarch 13, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    A big thanks for showing how to fold and cut for a unique card shape. Gonna have to try this one. I also love the big ole Grand, so easy to use.

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  66. BonnieMarch 13, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Love your card. Thanks for explaining how to do the scallops.

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  67. NancySMarch 13, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    How clever of you, Cammie, to create a unique card base! Beautiful paper piecing! TFS.

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  68. SonyaMarch 13, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Awesome cards--you're quite talented!!

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  69. MaryNSCMarch 13, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    O MY gosh I Love it Thanks for the card IDEA O WOW Love that Little bird too..I been getting my jaw fixed If I won the CAliber I think I would POP my JAW OUT!! Can U belive my verification word was CHIN IT Of all WORDS..

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  70. Karen McAlpineMarch 13, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Love your card! The little bird is so cute. Love this idea for cutting the card. I will try this!! Thanks

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  71. MonicaMarch 13, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    Love the shaped card!! You girls are sure helping me decide to buy the Grand Calibur!

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  72. Donna HuisingaMarch 13, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    I'd love having one too. Love the way you used it for the shape of the card.

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  73. sandyhMarch 13, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    love the way you shaped the card! i think i need one of these machines!
    sandyh

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  74. MélyaneMarch 13, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    I love your card!!! I so much need the Grand Calibur for card making!! Its on my Must Have list!

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  75. Cathy -MercieschildMarch 13, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Wow what an awesome idea. I love it and it is certainly to get the person who recieves it , their attention. I love the idea. I have to save to get a Grand Calibur machine that is for sure. Thank you so much hugs Cathy K

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  76. JulieMarch 13, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Love your card, very pretty.

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  77. Marsha FisherMarch 13, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    What a fun shape to your card and way to expand the versatility of this die!! Great job :0)

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  78. Saxon and JaedynMarch 13, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    awesome tip and great card!!!

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  79. HandySandy41March 13, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Beautiful cards. Love the new dies they are cleanand simple. Thank You :0)

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  80. JudyMarch 13, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Lovely! You make it look so simple. TFS

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  81. UnknownMarch 13, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Terrific card, those birdies are so cute!! Grand calibur looks great, love the large nesties for the same reason, making different card shapes!!
    Thanks

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  82. Holly AKA KopyKatMarch 13, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    so adorable

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  83. Jan CastleMarch 13, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    What a great looking card!!! Congrats on getting the Grand C.

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  84. SueBMarch 13, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    great DT perk and great card - TFS!

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  85. SoniaMarch 14, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    What a great card! Thanks for sharing how you made it. Hurray for Grand Calibur!

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  86. freetimegoneMarch 14, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    I love your shaped card and I would love even more if I could get a Grand Calibur. Thanks for sharing your card.

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  87. ValerieMarch 14, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    cute cute cute!! so cute!

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  88. Mary B.March 14, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Great tutorial! Love the card too! Thanks for sharing your talent and inspiration!

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  89. Clare CurcioMarch 14, 2011 at 1:53 AM

    Your card is so cute! The Caliber is awesome!

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  90. Rosetta JenkinsMarch 14, 2011 at 1:54 AM

    Amazing...and we get a tutorial. This is fun. tks so much!

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  91. Lee March 14, 2011 at 2:04 AM

    Oooo I love, love, LOVE how you altered the shape of the card!!

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  92. "Luv 2 Glitter" by Brenda M.March 14, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    Love how you come up with fabulous ideas...Your card is so happy .... just makes me smile... I will have to check into getting this machine!

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  93. Jenny McGeeMarch 14, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    Great card and use of the Grand spellbinder. Very cute.

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  94. DebMarch 14, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    So adorable, Cammie! Great step-by-step photos!

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  95. kellyisascrapdivaMarch 14, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    This out of the box card is simply adorable! Great job Cammie, and thanks for the chance!

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  96. ParkerMarch 14, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    I've never made a card like this and you opened up my eyes as to how to with all your wonderful step-by-step photos. I'm looking forward to trying this. Thanks for sharing. :)

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  97. KrystaMarch 14, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Great card I think it just super cute.

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  98. JanineMarch 14, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Love the shape you have created - must play more as this machine gives so much scope!

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  99. JudyOMarch 15, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Love how you used the Grand Calibus nestie die to make your card. The larger dies would sure be great to use.

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  100. Elena CMarch 15, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Hey, thanks for showing how to cut that card. I have not done that but figured it had to work something like that and I just bought some dies to try my own hand at it.

    Love your card too. Cute.
    e

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  101. SusanMarch 16, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    How adorable. I just love these hops!

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  102. Jessie/knightroneMarch 20, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    oh, this is BEYOND fabulous!!

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