Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Simon Says... add a SPLASH of color!

Hi!
Today, the Simon Says Stamp design team announced another challenge!  This week, the theme is Black/White + A Splash of Color! Make sure to enter for an opportunity to win $50.00 to Simon Says Stamp!  How cool is that?  Speaking of things that are cool...check out what three of the design team members made for this week's challenge!

Made by Jo!
Jo used CC Designs Balloons Die and CC Designs/Amy R Handy Additions stamps. Also used on this card:



Made by Heather!
Heather used  Party Lucy! Also used on this card:
Made by Mandy!
Mandy used Five Point Fowers & Olive Branches! Also used on this card:


Thanks for tuning in!  Keep your eyes peeled for loads of CHA updates coming very soon! : )

-Sarah
SarahN@SimonSaysStamp.com

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109 comments:

  1. dianaJanuary 9, 2013 at 2:23 PM

    Great cards! Thanks for the ideas and inspiration. ;-)

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  2. TonaJanuary 9, 2013 at 2:24 PM

    These are wonderful!

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  3. 2kidsmomJanuary 9, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    I can't wait to get started on the challenge! Beautiful cards!

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  4. Lisa's Creative NicheJanuary 9, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    These are beautiful! And what a fun challenge going to have to play along for sure!

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  5. MarianneJanuary 9, 2013 at 2:37 PM

    With this prompt I was thinking of CAS cards but your examples show that there are many more possibilities. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  6. AprilJanuary 9, 2013 at 2:39 PM

    What a great challenge!

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  7. Chitra NairJanuary 9, 2013 at 2:43 PM

    Beautiful cards..Thanks for the inspiration..

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  8. kbrandy4January 9, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Brilliant colour challenge and gorgeous creations!!
    Hugs Hazel xx

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  9. CarriJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:02 PM

    Ordering my new stamps today to try some color myself.

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  10. magsJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    Three very different but gorgeous cards. Thanks for sharing and the inspiration.
    Mags
    x

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  11. UnknownJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:15 PM

    CHA is a dangerous time of year for me ;)

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  12. VicJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Love the theme, I hope to play tomorrow. I'm always up for a surprise!

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  13. JamieJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    Cute cards:)

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  14. Funky FindsJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    I LOVE the birthday wishes card!!!

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  15. Megan JJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    I love this theme! The cards are very inspiring!

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  16. Cecilia HsiehJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    Great theme challenge, will definitely join in the fun

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  17. slbt17January 9, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    I have been enjoying the participants art work - lots of really talented people out there!
    Sandra ltb

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  18. KatieJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:43 PM

    Fun sounding challenge, great cards, ladies, can't wait to see what the rest of the Design Team does.
    Great way to start the new year.

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  19. Debbie GJanuary 9, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    Love the card especially the balloon one - love that die!

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  20. Teresa Godines #6857January 9, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    Maybe I can carve out some time for this challenge. Beautiful cards today.

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  21. YvetteJanuary 9, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Great challenge! Beautiful cards!

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  22. IrisJanuary 9, 2013 at 4:32 PM

    Cute, cute cards.

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  23. Kathy/NorthCarolinaJanuary 9, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Cute cards. The challenge sounds fun!

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  24. Lynne in NIJanuary 9, 2013 at 4:59 PM

    Fab cards, I'm hoping to join in the challenge at the weekend!

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  25. Linda CarsonJanuary 9, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    Wonderful artwork ladies!

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  26. Loki Made ItJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:04 PM

    i am loving the gret inspiration i am getting, though show more thank you cards! i have like a million to make for thanks from xmas pressies!!!!

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  27. Vikki HJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    good ideas - thanks for the cards!

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  28. MamaKarabaJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:40 PM

    LOVE Simon Says! Such CUTE cards!

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  29. KailashJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:54 PM

    Such a lovely fun challenge, thanks Simon Says for the chance to win!!!

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  30. PamJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    Great cards for this challenge.

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  31. Katie Ann BrooksJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:08 PM

    I desperately need some stamping time. i want to play with all the fun challenges out there!

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  32. UnknownJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    What awesome examples for this weeks challenge. Wish I could pull together a card like that.

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  33. MoragJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    I am really looking forward to seeing what everyone comes up with for this challenge. It is always so cool to see all the ideas!

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  34. Amy MartinJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    Oh...These are so adorable. What wonderful colors. This sounds like a fun Challenge. Not sure if I can find the time this go round...But I am sure going to try.

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  35. CathyJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:35 PM

    Great inspiration for the challenge, I love the birthday card!

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  36. JessJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    Fun challenge with great samples!

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  37. Donna NuceJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    Gorgeous cards here. I like the color combo challenge.

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  38. Kimberly SJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    Beautiful cards from the DT, thanks so much for the inspiration! hugs, Kimberly

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  39. Carol LJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    Thanks to Jo, Heather and Mandy for making these gorgeous cards for inspiration! The coloring is fabulous, and I love those birthday balloons!!

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  40. Lizzie RJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:18 PM

    going to get on this challenge ASAP! Yahoo! B&W Rocks!

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  41. Lizzie RJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    going to get on this challenge ASAP! Yahoo! B&W Rocks!

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  42. BarbaraJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    Cute cards and I especially love the birthday card!!!!

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  43. Miriam PrantnerJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:39 PM

    What a talented DT! Great cards!

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  44. Annette AllenJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:52 PM

    can't wait for CHA..woohoo...these cards are all so amazing...thanks for sharing.

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  45. LindseyJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:56 PM

    A perfect challenge... and surprise blog candy just sounds fun. ;)

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  46. shariJanuary 9, 2013 at 9:10 PM

    These cards are so pretty, I love the splash of color on black and white, I'll have to give it a try.

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  47. KatyJanuary 9, 2013 at 9:50 PM

    These cards are awesome! Y'all do a fantastic job! :)

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  48. HussenaJanuary 9, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    Lovely cards...Love the splash of color with the black & white....What a fab theme! :)

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  49. pcmJanuary 9, 2013 at 9:56 PM

    fun challenge! i'll have to try to join this week :)

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  50. Sue DJanuary 9, 2013 at 9:58 PM

    I like the splash of color on these cards.

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  51. Abbie BuckmanJanuary 9, 2013 at 10:04 PM

    I am excited about this challenge! I enjoy when a challenge gets me thinking out of my comfort zone
    ... the outcome is always fun :)

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  52. stamplover2011January 9, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    Cute cards! Will have to try and join in the fun!

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  53. jimlynnJanuary 9, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    Beautiful inspiration! Love the black and white with splash of color!
    Lynn

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  54. KatieJanuary 9, 2013 at 11:23 PM

    Loved seeing all of the cards over on the Simon Says Stamp challenge blog! Sounds like a fun challenge. Thanks for sharing.

    Katie B.

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  55. Kim HJanuary 9, 2013 at 11:25 PM

    love this challenge, wonderful cards. thanks for sharing and the chance to win.

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  56. AidaJanuary 9, 2013 at 11:39 PM

    I love the cards and love the surprises! Thank you for the chance.

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  57. JoyceJanuary 10, 2013 at 12:09 AM

    I am already a follower. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  58. ShirleyJanuary 10, 2013 at 12:09 AM

    I like the new challenge theme! Hope I get some time to play along!

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  59. ShirleyJanuary 10, 2013 at 12:12 AM

    I like the new challenge theme! Hope I get some time to play along!

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  60. Renee VJanuary 10, 2013 at 12:33 AM

    Great challenge and I love the beautiful cards!!!

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  61. MicheleJanuary 10, 2013 at 2:11 AM

    Adorable cards, especially the balloons card!

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  62. theCookJanuary 10, 2013 at 3:40 AM

    Love the balloons with the twine!

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  63. Dawn TJanuary 10, 2013 at 3:52 AM

    Great cards today. Thanks for the chance to win a surprise

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  64. golightlyJanuary 10, 2013 at 4:08 AM

    love the idea of black and white with a pop of color. I must give that one a try!

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  65. Paper ProfusionJanuary 10, 2013 at 4:48 AM

    WOnderful cards. Thanks for chance to win. Nicola x

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  66. teaJanuary 10, 2013 at 4:48 AM

    what a great card and versatile dies. You inspire us!

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  67. Maryann LaursenJanuary 10, 2013 at 5:19 AM

    WAUW these cards are so gorgeous. I just love the beautiful colors used on all of them and the coloring is awesome. Amazing work here again girls well done on a great job here.

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  68. Good Kardma by JulesJanuary 10, 2013 at 5:20 AM

    Lovely cards and what a great challenge! I love neutrals (especially black) with a splash of color.

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  69. UnknownJanuary 10, 2013 at 5:49 AM

    Cute card en great challenge theme.

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  70. UnknownJanuary 10, 2013 at 6:11 AM

    Beautiful cards, but the card from heather is my favotite, i love the stamp, she is so cute.

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  71. Ирина Фонина (Креативный скрапбукинг)January 10, 2013 at 6:31 AM

    Very nice cards!

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  72. MarciaJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    You can never go wrong with black and white.

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  73. JanetJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    Looking forward to this challenge...Great Inspiration! God bless!

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  74. KarenJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    Wow! Great cards! Can't wait to make some time to get going on this challenge.

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  75. Ava GavloskiJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:55 AM

    thanks for this challenge, love the black and white...
    ava g

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  76. lvtaz2000January 10, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    I just love all the inspiration you give us. These cards are wonderful.

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  77. Rachel B.January 10, 2013 at 8:20 AM

    Great cards!

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  78. Small TJanuary 10, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    I love the balloon card! So cute! :-) xx

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  79. Mary MacJanuary 10, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    Love how each card has just enough color to pop. Beautiful cards.

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  80. UnknownJanuary 10, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    Love the design teams' cards! Also love your challenges!!

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  81. Message KeeperJanuary 10, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    Gorgeous cards! Bring out some inspirations for me!

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  82. DanaJanuary 10, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    Wow!!! Gorgeous cards!!!

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  83. BeastybunnyJanuary 10, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Great cards! Love the texture on the first and the coloring on the others is fabulous. I really must learn how to do that.

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  84. mariangelJanuary 10, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    awesome cards congrats have a nice day

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  85. Dawn DarleneJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    great inspiration.

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  86. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    Cute cards, I love Mandys with the small flowers.
    Christina P.

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  87. KarenJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    Beautiful!

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  88. sharon gJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    I really like the green girlie. Thanks for showing us.

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  89. stickJanuary 10, 2013 at 11:55 AM

    I love the simple balloon card, so sweet!

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  90. jan farnworthJanuary 10, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    love this challenge great samples

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  91. Denise BryantJanuary 10, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Sweet cards... love all the fun details!
    DeniseB

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  92. UnknownJanuary 10, 2013 at 1:34 PM

    What a fun color challenge. It leaves the doors WIDE open. Looking forward to reports from CHA.

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  93. UnknownJanuary 10, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    Great challenge !!!

    I can't wait to start my card !!!

    Hugs from France ^^
    Lunéa♥

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  94. Melinda FerrazJanuary 10, 2013 at 2:02 PM

    Amazing cards!! Thanks for sharing!

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  95. Rachel KJanuary 10, 2013 at 2:35 PM

    Great projects features! Looks like a fun challenge. :)

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  96. HandgatheredJanuary 10, 2013 at 3:43 PM

    Very sweet cards today. Have fun at CHA

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  97. Diana EvensenJanuary 10, 2013 at 4:14 PM

    I like the challenge theme. Cute cards - the way Mandy used a neutral color was interesting.

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  98. Karin ÅkesdotterJanuary 10, 2013 at 4:53 PM

    WONDERFUL inspiration! Thank you all so much!

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  99. Kyle4143January 10, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    Great cards! I love Mady's back and white image with coloring. What a neat idea. Thanks for a chance to win!

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  100. Big Mamma~ a.k.a. Mary SJanuary 10, 2013 at 5:54 PM

    Love all the cards.. I can't wait to enter mine.

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  101. Geri LynnJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    Very pretty cards for the challenge. Looks like a fun theme.

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  102. Terri Trotter EarleyJanuary 10, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Love he black and white with a splash of color.

    Terri E.

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  103. MoosiskJanuary 10, 2013 at 9:07 PM

    Great cards for the challenge. I am hoping that I find some time to make a card and enter it. :D

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  104. Loly BordaJanuary 11, 2013 at 12:43 AM

    Thanks for the inspiration, beautiful cards!

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  105. Kris in AlaskaJanuary 11, 2013 at 2:11 AM

    Love the "splashes" of color!

    Kris in Alaska
    funamom at yahoo dot com

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  106. Larissa HeskettJanuary 11, 2013 at 4:12 AM

    Love the cards!! Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win!! Have a Fabulous week!!

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  107. Felicia - Scrapper in the MakingJanuary 11, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    What a very nice card. I may have to join in on this challenge for sure.

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  108. Ann MarieJanuary 12, 2013 at 6:14 PM

    thanks for sharing these 3 cards

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  109. KimMalkJanuary 12, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    One of my favorite combinations is B/W and color.

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