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Friday, November 8, 2013

Caring Hearts Card Drive

Hey everyone!  I am here with a very special post today for the Caring Hearts Card Drive.  If you are following along in the hop, you should have come from my Lil' Inker Designs team member Isha Gupta's blog!  This drive is to collect holiday cards for the elderly that live in nursing homes.  With the holidays quickly approaching, there are many elderly who live in these homes who really feel lonely or are missing their family. Wouldn't it be so awesome if we can bring a smile to their face & brighten their holiday season simply by sharing our love of card making? A simple gesture to let them know that they are not forgotten.

 This is especially personal to me this year as my Grandma is sitting in a nursing home at this very minute.  And my faithful and loving Grandpa sits with her, every day, even though she cannot respond to him.  He's my hero.  So for them, for me, this is personal!  I'm so thankful that I can be a part of this this year!

 For all the details on the card drive, you can visit Vera Yate's blog.

 I created a holiday card for this drive using lots of Lil' Inker Designs goodies.
Joy 1.2

I started by making the chalkboard background and then I diecut the Joy word die from the mat.   I stamped some snowflakes from the Winter Greetings Stamp Set & the  Jolly & Joyful stamp sets.  The holly leaves were die cut with the Holly Jolly dies.  And last,l I tied a little piece of Platinum Shimmer Twine from the Twinery to the front.

What do you say?  Do you like to craft?  Do your kids like to craft?  Why not send some cards for this drive and be a blessing to someone who needs some love this Holiday season! 

 For details on how to participate, visit this post.



There are a lot of prizes for this hop (and even bigger prizes for the card drive itself)!  Winners will be selected from comments left on the participant's blogs (randomly), so the more blogs you comment on, the bigger your chances of winning will be!

To continue on in the blog, be sure to visit Sarah Jay's amazing blog!

Thanks for stopping by!
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146 comments:

  1. Kristie GouletNovember 8, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    Perfect card for a great cause!

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  2. ~amy~November 8, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    I'm a huge fan of the chalkboard technique and simply love this!

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  3. choman9912@aol.comNovember 8, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    Chalkboard and Kraft - great example! Thanks for sharing this card.

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  4. SuzanneNovember 8, 2013 at 8:15 AM

    Jen, I love the chalkboard feel to this card - it's not too much and the pops of color are beautiful!

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  5. KristiNovember 8, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    Love the card! Esp loving the chalkboard technique!

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  6. UnknownNovember 8, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    love your card! feels very rustic but beautiful!

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  7. LauraEvaNovember 8, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Such a great card!

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  8. Judy1223November 8, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    Jen, I love your chalkboard Christmas card...unique and fun!

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  9. Michelle QuinnoNovember 8, 2013 at 8:44 AM

    Love your card! I hope to get one made this weekend. This is such a nice idea.

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  10. anja curversNovember 8, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    Such a fun and unique chalkboard card love it. Thanks for sharing.

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  11. RichellNovember 8, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    Love the white stamping on black cardstock! Very striking card! TFS!!

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  12. *Vicki*November 8, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    Love your dark background with the snowflakes! Very pretty!! Thanks for sharing this cause! :)

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  13. Tammy BNovember 8, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    oh how i love that little hint of twine

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  14. AmandaNovember 8, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    I love the chalkboard effect on your card. You're an expert at it!

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  15. JessNovember 8, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    Fun card! Love those trailing snowflakes!

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  16. CherylNovember 8, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    Snowflakes are the best! Thanks!

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  17. LisaNovember 8, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    Sooo pretty!

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  18. Michelle SimoneNovember 8, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    Love the chalkboard background!!!

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  19. ScrapycandyNovember 8, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    Love the die you used. And a terrific cause. Also, great blog! Thank you.

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  20. Kari V.November 8, 2013 at 9:56 AM

    Love it! And that chevron paper behind the die cut JOY is fantastic!

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  21. Emily AdamsNovember 8, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    So pretty! I love the snowflakes and all the colors you chose.

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  22. Auror WillowNovember 8, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    I love the chalkboard technique! Especially on holiday cards!

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  23. UnknownNovember 8, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    The little holly leaves add sooooooooooo much to the card! :)

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  24. LydiaNovember 8, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    Love love love this x x stunning x

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  25. Maeghan M.November 8, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    Such a lovely color combo! TFS!!!

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  26. Elaine ANovember 8, 2013 at 12:11 PM

    Jen -

    This is such a great card! I love how it turned out.

    Elaine Allen

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  27. JenniferNovember 8, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    Love your card and story. Very sweet indeed.

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  28. lindaplus3November 8, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    great card... perfect snowflake stamping :)

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  29. pcmNovember 8, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    fun card!

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  30. Miriam PrantnerNovember 8, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    So sweet and pretty! Love the look of those snowflakes!

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  31. KailashNovember 8, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    Sweet chalkboard look, love it!

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  32. Tami B.November 8, 2013 at 12:59 PM

    Those snowflake stamps are adorable. Very cute card.

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  33. DebraNovember 8, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    Love your style! Thank you for the inspirations!

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  34. JenNovember 8, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    What a great chalkboard card! Very pretty. Thanks for sharing!

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  35. snazzyjjNovember 8, 2013 at 1:37 PM

    Love the dark background with the shimmery snow.

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  36. LauraJane:)November 8, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    GREAT movement with the snowflakes! and I LOVE the sweet twine tied to the "J" and the edge of the chalkboard.

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  37. joyNovember 8, 2013 at 2:03 PM

    Love this trendy card! Great design and colors.

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  38. DeborahNovember 8, 2013 at 2:08 PM

    Great card I'm seeing alot of nontraditional cards and I like it.blessings for your Grandparents and your whole family this holiday season

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  39. LSmithNovember 8, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    Great card!

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  40. Veronica ZNovember 8, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    What a beautiful card! I love your stamping!

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  41. JingleNovember 8, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    Very pretty card. Those snowflakes look great!

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  42. Phyllis BeaverNovember 8, 2013 at 2:42 PM

    Love the chalkboard look! Great card!

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  43. JayellNovember 8, 2013 at 2:54 PM

    Love your card - those snowflakes are gorgeous.

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  44. diNovember 8, 2013 at 3:07 PM

    I like how it looks like the snowflakes are spouting out of the word joy.

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  45. Vanessa BNovember 8, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    Awesome background!!

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  46. KirstenNovember 8, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    I ADORE your card - great use of the chalkboard background and die cut!

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  47. MarianneNovember 8, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    Love the chalkboard look. I've been wanting to create a Christmas card using this trendy look, and you have given me some more inspiration. Thanks!

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  48. Anne HaradaNovember 8, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    Very cool technique, love the chalkboard! Thanks for stamping for a great cause!

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  49. EfratNovember 8, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    Beautiful card.

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  50. Barb GhigNovember 8, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    Such a pretty card...I love your chalkboard background so much!

    Thanks so much for taking part in the blog hop!

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  51. DemonicaNovember 8, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    Lovely!!

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  52. MeredithNovember 8, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win!

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  53. UnknownNovember 8, 2013 at 4:53 PM

    Love the chalkboard look!! Awesome card!

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  54. NikkiNovember 8, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    This is so delicate looking love it :)

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  55. judyNovember 8, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    Lovely card-- I love how the chalkboard technique looks all dressed up for the holidays!

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  56. Teresa Godines #6857November 8, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    Love the background paper. Great job. TFS

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  57. croppinmamaNovember 8, 2013 at 5:53 PM

    Great use of the chalkboard technique and love the 'joy' die since that's my name. Thanks for sharing in this great cause, and may God bless you and your family during this season.

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  58. KelleyNovember 8, 2013 at 5:54 PM

    Love the chalkboard and snowflakes. The holly is a wonderful pop of color.

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  59. Judy TuckNovember 8, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    Beautiful snowflakes on the chalkboard background!

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  60. KristenNovember 8, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    Lovely card!!! So gorgeous! :)

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  61. CandidaNovember 8, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    What a beautiful card... love the combination chalkboard and kraft. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  62. Linda TNovember 8, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    A beautiful card and for a great cause which I will participating in also. Thank you

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  63. jeannineNovember 8, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    Wonderful card for a wonderful cause! Love the chalkboard technique and the joy cut out!

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  64. UnknownNovember 8, 2013 at 7:40 PM

    Wonderful card, Jen! I love how you used the chalkboard background :)

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  65. Kristie MaynardNovember 8, 2013 at 7:46 PM

    What a beautiful card! Just lovely, thanks for sharing it!

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  66. KFlahertyNovember 8, 2013 at 7:49 PM

    Beautiful!

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  67. Sheila HNovember 8, 2013 at 8:11 PM

    Love the chalkboard look :)

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  68. UnknownNovember 8, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    Great card, love the look.

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  69. ButtarcraftsNovember 8, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    The snowflakes are gorgeous!

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  70. Lizzie T a/k/a WifeladyNovember 8, 2013 at 8:37 PM

    Love this look-great job!

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  71. Cat CraigNovember 8, 2013 at 8:49 PM

    Sweet card! You can tell this is very personal to you. Wonderful cause.

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  72. Cheryl C.November 8, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    Love the chalkboard look!

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  73. Rebecca EdnieNovember 8, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    Very lovely card!

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  74. ruthNovember 8, 2013 at 9:10 PM

    Cute card! Love the JOY die!

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  75. Sue DNovember 8, 2013 at 9:17 PM

    Very cute--I like the chalkboard background the the die cut joy.

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  76. BarbaraNovember 8, 2013 at 9:38 PM

    You've made the chalkboard look
    very elegant with this card. I really love it! Just saying, I make cards for some residents in a retirement home in my area, but I think this card drive is special, too and a great thing!

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  77. Annie WillsNovember 8, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    Love your chalkboard snowflake background...thanks so much for sharing this!

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  78. AnonymousNovember 8, 2013 at 9:48 PM

    Great card. TFS.

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  79. Terri (blindstamper)November 8, 2013 at 9:50 PM

    What a lovely card and cause!

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  80. ShannahNovember 8, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    I love this!! Just everything about it! Colours, depth and layout... gorgeous!
    Hugs, Shannah xox

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  81. AnonymousNovember 8, 2013 at 10:27 PM

    I die cut some ornaments out of my cardstock and layered printed paper behind them. Hadn't thought doing the same behind words. Thanks for the suggestion. the card is very pretty.

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  82. LindseyNovember 8, 2013 at 11:02 PM

    Such a pretty card! I love the trail of snowflakes and especially the tiny colorful beads in the center of some of the flakes.

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  83. UnknownNovember 8, 2013 at 11:22 PM

    So pretty!!! I love the snowflakes...thanks for sharing :)

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  84. UnknownNovember 8, 2013 at 11:24 PM

    Amazing card, I love the chalkboard look on your card. The snowflakes are gorgeous, everything about this card is stunning!

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  85. arlsmom aka LyndaNovember 8, 2013 at 11:30 PM

    awesome design and love that joy!!!

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  86. StaceyNovember 8, 2013 at 11:36 PM

    I love the chalkboard feel. Pretty card.

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  87. UnknownNovember 8, 2013 at 11:43 PM

    Love the chalkboard effect. Cute card! Thanks for the chance to win :)

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  88. SherriNovember 8, 2013 at 11:54 PM

    Love the chalkboard. Thanks for sharing.

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  89. KarenladdNovember 9, 2013 at 12:36 AM

    Love the chalkboard design and the use of the negative die!

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  90. Amy KollingNovember 9, 2013 at 12:49 AM

    Jen I've certainly been thinking of you lately!!!! Hugs my friend!!!!

    I love the chalkboard technique used here with the negative diecut......and those snowflakes in the corner!!!

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  91. JannetteNovember 9, 2013 at 1:13 AM

    Love your card. Very pretty.

    Jannette D.

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  92. Shaughn WoodruffNovember 9, 2013 at 1:13 AM

    Such a fabulous trendy card, loing the chalkboard technique!

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  93. kyhunterNovember 9, 2013 at 2:35 AM

    Would really like to try the chalkboard technique. Really like this card!

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  94. anchaNovember 9, 2013 at 3:58 AM

    great card! :D

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  95. CarolynNovember 9, 2013 at 4:57 AM

    Wonderful chalkboard card. It will definitely make someone happy.

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  96. Mary-Anne VNovember 9, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    Love the chalkboard look and the use of the negative space in the word joy.

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  97. Cindy GrohNovember 9, 2013 at 7:28 AM

    Fun card using the Joy die cut. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  98. Teresa CiarleglioNovember 9, 2013 at 7:34 AM

    Love the chalkboard look! Beautiful card!

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  99. UnknownNovember 9, 2013 at 7:35 AM

    Your card will surely bring joy this Christmas!

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  100. JanetNovember 9, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    I really like the falling snowflakes on the chalkboard background! ~God bless~

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  101. Sue SpeckNovember 9, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    Such nice work - love the chalkboard look and the open Joy diecut!

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  102. canadian_linerNovember 9, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Lovely card and back-story, Jen. My FIL suffers from Alzheimer's. It's not easy to watch. My team of elves and I are aiming for 100 cards this year! Thanks for your support of this great cause.

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  103. UnknownNovember 9, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    Love the chalkboard technique and all the embellies. Beautiful card.

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  104. Daria Z.November 9, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Love the snowflakes against the chalkboard bg!

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  105. MaureenNovember 9, 2013 at 11:55 AM

    Really super cute card - love it!

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  106. Nicki LundeenNovember 9, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    Cute card - thanks for sharing. nlundeen at catt dot com

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  107. Kathy HNovember 9, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    Your snowflakes seem to pop off the background. Way cool!

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  108. Loly BordaNovember 9, 2013 at 1:16 PM

    Love your chalkboard background! TFS

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  109. lyndaNovember 9, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Such pretty snowflakes with the bling you added!

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  110. UnknownNovember 9, 2013 at 3:23 PM

    Blessings to your sweet grandparents.
    love the chalkboasrd and the different sizes of snowflakes.
    thanks
    Holly

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  111. Donna CalaNovember 9, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    You have perfected the chalkboard look. It really looks like a chalk board. Wonderful card!

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  112. WendyNovember 9, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    LOVE your simple but beautiful card!

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  113. UnknownNovember 9, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    love the chalkboard background :)

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  114. Kimberly RendinoNovember 9, 2013 at 4:36 PM

    Chalkboard and snowflakes = perfection!

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  115. ColleenNovember 9, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    I love your chalkboard card, just wonderful.

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  116. UnknownNovember 9, 2013 at 9:00 PM

    Love the chalkboard and those snowflakes. So cute!

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  117. MoosiskNovember 9, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    What a cute chalkboard technique Christmas card! Love the little touch of holly. :D

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  118. BunnyfreakNovember 10, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    Stunning card

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  119. Deborah MontgomeryNovember 10, 2013 at 1:00 AM

    Great card...thanks for sharing :)

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  120. Weenie ThomasNovember 10, 2013 at 1:25 AM

    Love the pop of green against the chalk board background.

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  121. paperpapierNovember 10, 2013 at 7:48 AM

    love the chalkboard background!

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  122. Karen DunbrookNovember 10, 2013 at 9:08 AM

    great chalkboard bkg...gotta try that...

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  123. Cornelia (fun stamping)November 10, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Classy card - awesome hop - great cause!

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  124. valeriemolinierNovember 10, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    I'm a fan of the chalkboard look !!

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  125. Laura M.November 10, 2013 at 6:59 PM

    Beautiful card! TFS :)

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  126. JoyceNovember 10, 2013 at 8:09 PM

    What a fabulous card.

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  127. Lisa's Creative NicheNovember 10, 2013 at 8:41 PM

    Gorgeous! Love the use of the negative here!

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  128. Kathy McNovember 10, 2013 at 11:18 PM

    Your lovely card will definitely bring joy to the lucky recipient. How sweet of your Grandpa to be there daily for your Grandma. It's difficult having a one-sided conversation, but I'm sure he's very lonesome without her at home.

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  129. Emily HNovember 10, 2013 at 11:29 PM

    Super gorgeous! Love it!

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  130. Andrea D. La VigneNovember 11, 2013 at 12:18 AM

    What a neat card! Really love those snowflakes!

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  131. devidhayaalNovember 11, 2013 at 12:49 AM

    Wonderful card,Thanks for sharing!!!

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  132. MelfinaNovember 11, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    So beautiful card for so great cause! I wish you and your family have a very merry Christmas and a happy new year! Be blessed!

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  133. {VICKI}November 11, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    Pretty!
    Love the snowflakes

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  134. HannahNovember 11, 2013 at 12:43 PM

    I love the use of the patterned paper behind the die cut, what a great idea. Fab colour combo too. Thank you for sharing, Hannah x

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  135. croppergalNovember 11, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    What a beautiful card!

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  136. Ruth GNovember 11, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    I love the detail of the snowflakes, the beads at their centers and the simple die-cut "joy"! Just a beautiful card sure to touch whomever receives it! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  137. KatiaNovember 11, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    love, love, love this card!

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  138. Amy KollingNovember 11, 2013 at 9:21 PM

    Jen, please forgive me if I've already commented. :)

    I love the look of chalkboard for a holiday card! The little pops of color in the snowflake centers was a sweet addition to your design!!!

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  139. UnknownNovember 12, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    Love the chalkboard look for this card..uber cute...and that JOY die is fab!!

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  140. Angie MNovember 12, 2013 at 1:08 AM

    great card! i really like the die cut part.

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  141. bjmartinNovember 12, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    I love the chalkboard look! I am happy to send some cards along to support this cause.

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  142. karenelrNovember 12, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    Absolutely lovely! Your card is so sweet--someone will definitely be joyful when they receive it!

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  143. mtscrapgalNovember 12, 2013 at 3:13 PM

    I like the chalk board look of your card. Thanks

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  144. ChrisMNovember 12, 2013 at 4:19 PM

    Nice use of the chalkboard technique.

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  145. UnknownNovember 13, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    gorgeous card, and such a great take on the inspiration photo! :)

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  146. Ren-YiNovember 24, 2013 at 7:17 PM

    i know what you mean with this card drive being near and dear to my heart. Both of my grandmothers live so far away and they aren't well so I know what a home-made card does. I'm so glad i got to stop by you blog because of this card drive and read your story. Thanks for sharing a stunning card too. Cheers.

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