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Technique Tuesday … Kissing Technique & Video
Hello Stampers ~
Today is my second post for Technique Tuesday. I will be sharing a Stampin’ Up! video tutorial along with my card share… yes, I will have a card for you too. I thought it would be a great way to for you to see how the technique is actually done… almost like being a member of my Technique Club.
I’m going to start with a Stampin’ Up! video that introduces you to the “Kissing Technique”. Enjoy!
Kissing
Emily Montoya
Wasn’t that fun! How did you like the finished cards … so cute. Here is the card that I created using the “Kissing” Technique:
Now for my card …
I thought it would be fun to add a little “kiss” to the frosting on the cupcakes from the “Build a Cupcake” stamp set and kissed it to the “Hello Doily” stamp. I inked up the the frosting of the cupcake and kissed it to the Doily to create the neat pattern you see.
Of course I then had to pull out the coordinating punch “Cupcake Builder”. Ahhh, so much easier than cutting them out. My color pallet for today comes from the Retro Fresh Designer Series Paper: Very Vanilla, So Saffron, Coastal Cabana and Baked Brown Sugar … with a touch of Strawberry Slush added in!
I added a touch of the Retro Fresh DSP and topped it off with the Coastal Cabana Ruffled Stretch Ribbon. Speaking of “topping” things off… I colored 3 of the larger pearls with a red Sharpie, and the put them on my cupcakes.
Finally, my greeting comes from the Perfectly Penned stamp set. I don’t know what I will do when they retire that set… I use it all the time!
Hope you take the time out of your busy day for a little kissing 🙂
Thanks for checking out my blog today! Check out below for a list of today’s ingredients.
Wishin’ you a terrific Tuesday!
Say it Your Way …
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
Today I want to show you our new ….
Personalized Name Stamp

With our personalized stamps you can create a cool address label or even use it for everything from marking your territory on books or other belongings to having a fun way to give a personal touch to gifts and goodies. Here are just a few customization ideas (for you or for the perfect gift):
Check out our newest offering:
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Item |
Description |
Price |
| 132852 | Circle Monogram Stamp | $23.95 |
Coordinates with the 1-3/8″ Circle Punch (item 119860). Clear Block B (item 117147) recommended. Purchase separately. Available in photopolymer only.
Here are a few of my designs:

CLICK HERE TO TRY IT OUT … Click on the words “Add to Bag” to create your own!
The Fine Print
- Stamps will be available for ordering on my online store which will now allow for a preview option before the order is submitted.
- You need to be logged in to the store to be able to personalize and preview their stamp.
- Personalized name stamps from the 2013-2014 annual catalog can also now be ordered and previewed online; Note that 2013-2014 annual catalog sets come in wood-mount lased rubber.
- The font and design of the stamps are set.
- Stamps are non-refundable.
- Expedited shipping is not available.
- Stamps will ship from a third party vendor.
- Stamps are not approved Angel Policy stamps. For more information about the Angel Policy, contact me.
Let me know if you have any questions. It’s really easy and so much fun to watch your stamp set being created right before your eyes!
Have a fantastic week ~
Stampin’ Technique Video & More …
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
Today I want to share with you a fun technique from Stampin’ Up …
This was one of the techniques that Stampin’ Up! showcased in our demonstrator magazine ” Stampin’ Success”. It’s packed full of helpful stampin’ and business tips. Just one of the many benefits of being a demonstrator. Thinking about it?? Let’s talk.
I also want to share the video for February’s Paper Pumpkin …
Did you know that Stampin’ Up! extended the FREE MARKERS promotion when you sign up for Paper Pumpkin?
Afraid to make a monthly commitment … just try it for a month, you can cancel anytime, or just skip a month or two. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Have an awesome weekend ~
With a little help from my friends …
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
Last night in my Technique Class were were passing two Bigshots around the table … one for cutting, and one for embossing. We were talking about how every time you roll your texture folder through the Bigshot, you have the one tab always in the way … that brought us to the “Texture Boutique” Embossing Machine!
Texture Boutique Embossing Machine |
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Price: $29.95 |
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The Texture Boutique Embossing Machine works with Textured Impressions Embossing Folders to transform ordinary cardstock, paper, metallic foil, or vellum into an embossed, textured masterpiece.
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I love that this is portable and so easy to use … I can’t wait to get mine (just ordered it)! You can view or purchase this by clicking on the item name highlighted in pink.
Check this out …
So what do you think? If you use your embossing folders all the time, you may want to consider the Texture Boutique Embossing Machine.
I also want to let you know … Stampin’ Up! just added more items to their CLEARANCE RACK!! I can’t believe they have Designer Series Paper packages for under $5.00!! Ribbons, Punches, and Dies … Oh My!
You can CLICK HERE to go to my Stampin’ Store and purchase any of these items, I have listed the Clearance items below. Feel free to contact me 262-334-1009 if you’d prefer to order directly through me.
Please note that purchases over $50 before shipping & handling qualify for a FREE Sale-a-bration item!
Till tomorrow … take good care,
YAY FOR CARDS… Sale-a-bration!
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
Yesterday morning I was packing up my customer orders and came upon a fantastic item, it’s the new “Yay for Cards!” Bundle.
First, let me start at the beginning, with our Sale-a-bration catalog. We’ve all noticed that the seasonal catalogs are a bit different, they start by showing us samples of the products showcased in the catalog.
The Sale-a-bration catalog begins by stating how you can earn FREE gifts! It then moves into “bundles” … bundles that are a bit different than what we are used to. These bundles are product suggestions “bungled” to help you achieve that FREE gift! I think that is awesome! There is something for everyone.
The “Yah for Cards” Kit makes 23 cards and includes everything … I mean everything!
• Happenings Simply Created Card Kit (makes 15 cards; envelopes included)
• On Its Way Simply Sent Kit (makes 8 cards; envelopes included)
• Thanks & Hello Wood-Mount Stamp Set
• Smoky Slate and Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin’ Pads
• Mini Glue Dots
One item included in the kit that I want to point out is the “Happenings Simply Created Card Kit” …
Looks easy … and FUN! The kit also includes the “On Its Way” Card Kit. The “Yay for Cards” Bundle is perfect if you’re the kind of person who never has enough cards on hand but never has enough time to make a bunch, don’t despair! Our Yay for Cards bundle pulls together what you need to create loads of cards without spending loads of time. CLICK HERE to view or purchase …Don’t forget to order your FREE Sale-a-bration gift too!
You have a great day ~
Fab New Product & Weekly Deals!
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
Today I want to share with you a fabulous new stamp … a personal stamp, and this weeks “Weekly Deals”. Both are amazing and I can’t wait to share them with you.
Let’s begin with the new “Circle Monogram Stamp” …
With our personalized stamps you can create a cool address label or even use it for everything from marking your territory on books or other belongings to having a fun way to give a personal touch to gifts and goodies. Here are just a few customization ideas (for you or for the perfect gift):
- Address stamp
- Thank you
- From the classroom of (for a teacher gift)
- From the kitchen of
- Made with love
- This book belongs to
- From the desk of
- Just married
- Save the date
- Promote your business (add your name, website, and contact info)
We have a brand new monogram design available starting today! You can customize it and preview everything before ordering here.
I will definitely be ordering one for myself … maybe 2! One for my personal use and one for my business. I’ll start there, but I love all the ideas they gave us to use this cool new monogram.
Now get ready for our …
Weekly Deals
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Calypso Coral 3/4″ Chevron RibbonItem # 130018
Discounted Price: $6.71 US |
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Soft Sky 1/2″ Seam Binding RibbonItem # 131210
Discounted Price: $5.21 US |
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Simply Pressed Clay Item # 130685
Discounted Price: $5.21 US |
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Island Indigo 3/4″ Chevron RibbonItem # 131151
Discounted Price: $6.71 US |
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From My Heart Wood Mount Stamp SetItem # 132007
Discounted Price: $29.96 US |
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Canvas Creations Item # 129375
Discounted Price: $2.96 US |
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Delicate Dies Sizzlits Die Item # 126999
Discounted Price: $16.46 US |
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Sweetest Ever Valentines’ Designer Template Item # 129009
Discounted Price: $5.97 US |
FYI …
If you are thinking about purchasing the “Simply Pressed Clay” you may want to consider the silicone molds.
Molding clay to create your own embellishments. Use with our silicone molds – Buttons & Blossoms Simply Press Clay Molds. Add color by kneading ink into clay or coloring with markers after it dries for a more saturated look. Air dry is all you need. CLICK HERE
Thanks for coming over to visit my blog …
Have a great day!
Let the Party Begin …
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
Today kicks off our annual Sale-a-bration … aren’t you excited!! I love the new products offered this year and I would like to share a quick glance at them with you.
I also have a special product that has been brought back, but will only be available for a limited time. So grab a cup of coffee or tea and join me through a tour of all these wonderful new items!
Sale-a-bration begins today …
I have a quick view of the products right here …
Now let me introduce you to …
This is our Texture Boutique Embossing Machine $29.95. NOW AVAILABLE!
Please not that it “ONLY” does embossing and not cutting like the BigShot. Check out the video for some additional tips …
Click HERE to purchase this fun & portable tool!
Thank you so much for stopping by today. I did not forget about the card share I promised yesterday, I will showcase that beautiful card tomorrow… see you then.
Have an awesome day!
Grab some popcorn …
Hello my Stampin’ Friends ~
Since we’re under winter storm warnings again, I thought it was time to stay home, sit back and relax! I have some great Stampin’ Up! videos that will introduce you to some items in the new Occasions catalog and more.
Here is our “Celebrations Entertaining Kits” …
One of my favorites … the “Perfect Pennants and Banner Dies“
Oh … here is our new “Tag Topper Punches“. Too cute and so much fun!
Wasn’t that fun!? Keep coming back … as I will be sharing more ideas using these fabulous products. And to my Club Members … I’ve got some special projects coming up for you too!
You can click on any of the links (highlighted in pink) to view the product and / or purchase any of these items.
Stay warm my fellow mid-westerners and everyone have a great day.
Thanks for stopping by.
New Product Intro …
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
There are so many wonderful new products in the Occasions Catalog that (unfortunately) I don’t have them all. So today I would like to share with you a Stampin’ Up! video to introduce to you the new ….
Happenings Simply Created Card Kit
Think you don’t have time to make your own cards? Think again! With this kit, you can make 15 cards in just minutes. We’ve done the measuring and cutting for you. Coordinates with the Says It All Stamp Set.
Here are all the fun supplies that are included in the kit! You’ll just need your favorite adhesive.
Happenings Simply Created Card Kit |
133329 |
Price: $14.95 |
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Coordinating colors: Baked Brown Sugar, Bermuda Bay, Pear Pizzazz, Smoky Slate, Strawberry Slush, Whisper White.Includes pieces for making 15 cards: |
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Beautiful, quick and easy cards … and they’re only $1.00 per card. Your friends will think you’ve spent hours creating these.
If you would like to order the KIT … JUST CLICK HERE!
“Says It All Stamp Set” … Includes 4 stamps. This limited-time set is only available from January 3 through May 31, 2014, order yours today!
You can use the coordinating “Says It All” stamp set, or use a stamp set you already have at home.
Thanks so much for stopping by today.
Hip Notes Video & FREE Product Opportunity!
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
Just a quick post today … Yesterday I shared a card using the “Hip Notes” Stamp Set, today I’d like to share a video using the coordinating “Essentials Wooden Elements”!
Learn how these small Essentials Wooden Elements can make a big impact on your projects. They’re small, fun, and customizable. You can stamp on them, spritz them, sponge them and more!
Sit back and enjoy ~
If the video does not appear, click on the link to watch …
Hip Notes Stamp Set and Essentials Wooden Elements
How do you like the new “Essentials Wooden Elements”? I think they are so cute. I’ll be sharing card samples that include them.
You’ll find the right words when you combine them with the fun and a bit sassy coordinating “Hip Notes Stamp Set”.
Keep checking back to see them, or better yet … just hit the button “FOLLOW THIS BLOG” and my posts will be sent to you daily.
I also have a “FREE PRODUCT” give-a-way for you.
Here’s the details:
When you sign up for “Paper Pumpkin” between January 11th and February 10th … You will receive the a FREE Set of 2012-14 In-Color Markers… that’s a $14.95 value!
SIGN UP NOW!
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today.
My New Catalog Favorites …
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
Yesterday Stampin’ Up! released the much anticipated “Occasions Catalog”. I’ve shown you some sneak peeks…
So, today I’d like to share with you some of my favorite things in the catalog. First, the beautiful “Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper”. It is scrumptious … I love the “real” watercolor look on some pattern … and well, you’ve seen the card with the flowers posted on December 29th. Click on the link to view the card using this beautiful designer paper.
Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper |
132994 |
| Price: $10.95 | |
One of my favorite Bundles is … WAIT, I have 2! The “Perfect Pennants Bundle (I used the pennant dies on the December 28th card share) … Just click on the link to see card.
Perfect Pennants Clear-Mount Bundle |
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| Price: $41.50 | |
and the “Just Sayin’ Clear Bundle” … both are available in wood.
Just Sayin’ Clear-Mount Bundle |
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| Price: $37.25 | |
Now seriously … isn’t this just too cute! OK, I’ll show you tomorrow 🙂 I’ll share a cute card made with the “Just Sayin'” Bundle.
Now I fell in love with the “Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards and Envelopes because the are so pretty and work wonders when you need to whip up a quick card!
Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards & Envelopes |
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| Price: $12.95 | |
Next I would like to share a fun birthday stamp set, and I think it would pair up nicely with the “Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards”. NOW … you really could whip out some cards!
Another Great Year |
133038 |
| Price: $23.95 | |
I could go on and on … and who knows, my top picks may change the more I use the other stamp sets, but today I wanted to share with you my Top 5 favorites.
Thanks so much for stopping by, and I’ll see you tomorrow when I showcase the “Just Sayin’ Bundle”.
Have a great weekend!
Watercolor Thank You …
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
Today I want to share with you some more patterns from the Watercolor Wonder Designer Series paper. Yesterday I showed you my least favorite … today I will show you two of my favorites!
I must say, I am really beginning to fall in love with this new designer paper, and I can’t wait to host an event and let you get your hands on it. In fact, watch for an e-mail announcing my “Sale-a-bration Stampede”… I am working on the details now, and will be sending out details in about a week.
On to today’s card share, I have used 3 more patterns from the Watercolor Wonder Designer Paper …
Can you tell which are my favorites? You’re right, it is the flowered patterns. They were both so beautiful, I wanted to share them both. I tied the colors together by using the yellow & gray stripped pattern … the Smokey Slate (gray) is found in the blue pattern, and the yellow from the striped coordinates with the yellow & tangerine, it then tied them together perfectly.
I began with the usual 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ cardstock in Whisper White, and folded it in half for the base of my card. The mat for the card is Smokey Slate and is cut to 5-1/4″ x 4″. The flower pieces were cut at 3-1/4″ x 1-7/8″ and the stripped pattern was 1-1/4″ x 1-7/8″. These will now piece together nicely on the mat… much easier to do than a puzzle.
My greeting comes from the stamp set “Lots of Thanks” found on page 29 of the Idea Book & Catalog (our main catalog). I then cut the greeting and the Smokey Slate mat from the “Ovals Collection Framelits“. There are 7 layer dies with this set, so they can highlight any greeting!
I always stamp my image / greeting first, and then cut it out … that way I don’t have to worry about it being crooked, because I can always place the die where I need to.
I wanted to add a special little touch to the card, so I cut out one of the flowers from the designer paper and popped it up over the greeting. To finish, I added a couple of “Pearls” from the jewels on page 171. You can also click on any of the links (highlighted in pink) to view the product details.
So here you have it, some of my favorite patterns from the “Watercolor Wonder” designer series paper.
Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to spend it with me.
Have an awesome day ~
Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …
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DESCRIPTION |
129687 |
$22.95 |
Lots of Thanks Stamp Set – WOOD |
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$16.95 |
Lots of Thanks Stamp Set – CLEAR |
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Available Jan 3 |
$10.95 |
Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper |
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$26.95 |
Ovals Collection Framelit Dies |
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$4.95 |
Pearl Basic Jewels |
Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.
It’s a Boy … Sneak Peek
Happy Saturday my Stampin’ Friends!
Hope this post finds you well and in good spirits. We are having a beautiful day here in southeastern Wisconsin … we may even get to 40 degrees! I’ll take this “heat wave” since they are predicting below zero temps in 2 days.
Today I have a cute little “Sneak Peek” card for you that not only gives you a sneak peek at the Occasions catalog, but also a Sale-a-bration item that you can earn free!
As I promised yesterday, I am going to show you a peek at the new designer paper “Watercolor Wonder” … there are so many beautiful patterns in there, I decided to showcase my least favorite~
I’m not to big on “splotches” … is that a word? Anyway, I decided to challenge myself with my least favorite, but I must say that I love the way this turned out. How cute for a baby card. I know my baby is 30 something, but I still recall that little ones are good at making “splotches”.
Once I chose the paper, I cased a pattern from our Stampin’ Success magazine, and used the new “Banner Framelit Dies” to cut out a banner from the designer paper.
Next, I punched a banner from our Sale-a-bration banner punch, but it was a bit short, so I made it longer. I took a picture showing how to do it, but because the product has not yet been released … I can only show samples and not the actual product. So I will be sure to show you how I did it, after the catalog release.
I used the same stamp set as yesterday, “A Dozen Thoughts” and decided to use my “Stamp-a-ma-jig” to place the words where I wanted them on the banner. I then roughed up the edges to create a bit more texture.
Then I just finished it off with a pretty little bow.
Thank you for stopping by today! Enjoy your Saturday.
Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …
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PRICE |
DESCRIPTION |
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$26.95 |
A Dozen Thoughts Stamp Set – WOOD |
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$18.95 |
A Dozen Thoughts Stamp Set – CLEAR |
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Available Jan 3 |
$10.95 |
Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper |
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Available Jan 3 |
$26.95 |
Banner Framelit Dies |
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Sale-a-bration |
FREE |
Banner Punch |
Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store. Thank you!
Sneak Peak, Weekly Deals, and Big News … Oh My!
Hello Stampin’ Friends,
I hope you had a very Merry Christmas. Today I am going to share another “SNEAK PEAK” from the upcoming Occasions Catalog.
I also have the latest Weekly Deals … sweet! Keep coming back, as I will share with you in the next few days, cards I have made using items off from the Weekly Deals…. even sweeter!
Plus …. BIG NEWS! Stampin’ Up! will be adding more new items to the Clearance rack on Friday, December 27th.
First … my Sneak Peak!
My card share today comes from the new “Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards & Envelopes”. There are 20 printed cards on Watercolor paper … 4 each of 5 designs and 20 vanilla envelopes.
I teamed the note cards with the “Million & One” stamp set. A little thanks to all of you who follow my blog.
I embellished the card by pairing up our beautiful butterfly punches… they looks so good layered together.
First is the “Elegant Butterfly” punched and sponged with Crisp Cantaloupe from the 2013-2015 In Color Collection, then “Bitty Butterfly” which was punched and sponged with So Saffron.
Once layered, I topped off the butterflies with the pearls.
Here is the ingredient list for the card. Be sure to keep scrolling down so you can see the weekly deals.
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$16.95 |
Million & One Stamp Set – WOOD |
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$12.95 |
Million & One Stamp Set – CLEAR |
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$15.95 |
Elegant Butterfly |
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$15.95 |
Bitty Butterfly |
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$4.95 |
Pearls Basic Jewels |
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$10.95 |
Sponge Daubers |
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Available Jan 3 |
12.95 |
Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards |
Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.
Weekly Deals
Here are this week’s Weekly Deals, we hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
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2012-2014 In Color Core’dinations |
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Classic Pad Pear Pizzaz Item #131180 |
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Count Down the New Year Ensemble (MDS) Item #129002 |
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Crushed Curry Chevron Ribbon |
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Delicate Designs Textured Embossing Folder Item # 127023 |
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Fancy Flower XL Punch Item # 118073 |
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Hardware Clips Essentials Item #129964 |
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Hearts Aflutter Bigshot Framelit |
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Big Shot Die Large Scallop Item # 127019 |
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Needlepoint Border Textured Embossing Folder Item # 129383 |
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Pop & Place Item # 135290 |
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Tempting Turquoise Item # 122950 |





































































