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Saturday, May 24, 2014

OWH Memorial Day Blog Hop 2014

I am thrilled to be joining today's Operation Write Home Memorial Day Blog Hop. What a special, yet still somehow insufficient, way to remember those who have sacrificed so much for the sake of our freedom. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. May we never take for granted the freedom that God has blessed us with through your courage and service.
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My patriotic mixed media card thank you card for you today is based on Sketch # B-7. I watercolored the background with red and blue. The Melissa Frances tag has the same patriotic colors. The chipboard frame was swiped with Memento ink. I adhered these different pieces using Scrapbook Adhesives by3L.
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The bird and Thank You are both cut with Penny Black dies. The sentiment and button are actually blue, but the photo makes them look darker somehow.
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How about a giveaway? I will be putting together a sampler of embellishments similar to the ones I offer on my ETSY shop, 2 6x8 sets of retired stamps from The Craft's Meow, Spellbinder dies set. Just leave me a comment for a chance to win! You have until Wed night to comment. I will announce the winner on Thursday's post.
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101 comments:

  1. kiwimeskreationsMay 24, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    Nina this is so lovely - the texture and the colours are beautiful.
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  2. Kris BMay 24, 2014 at 1:15 PM

    Lovely! Your background is amazing! Love the die cut layers! Wonderful job!

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  3. Donna CalaMay 24, 2014 at 2:19 PM

    GORGEOUS!

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  4. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 3:13 PM

    So pretty! Love the background!

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  5. Mary-Anne VMay 24, 2014 at 3:22 PM

    Very pretty card...love that background and framed image.

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  6. sherry vargaMay 24, 2014 at 3:31 PM

    Love your mixed media background and the birdie!!!

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  7. Melanie RozwoodMay 24, 2014 at 3:37 PM

    This is a great card. I like the background.

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  8. KailashMay 24, 2014 at 4:05 PM

    Your card is gorgeous, love the addition of the bird die, so pretty!!!

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  9. Lori KobularMay 24, 2014 at 4:13 PM

    What a pretty card! I love the postage stamp frame!!

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  10. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 4:21 PM

    I love the watercolor background. What a great idea. The card is just lovely.

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  11. Kari V.May 24, 2014 at 4:36 PM

    I LOVE the red and blue watercolor background and that stamp edge die is awesome! The little bird is perfect, too. Great card!

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  12. Celeste GoffMay 24, 2014 at 4:54 PM

    What a positively beautiful card! I love the die-cut bird on the branch and all of the pretty layers!

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  13. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 5:20 PM

    I adore the water color effect with the bird :)

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  14. DebMay 24, 2014 at 5:28 PM

    Love your card!!! Thanks for joining OWH blog hop.

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  15. conilMay 24, 2014 at 5:31 PM

    Such a lovely, fun card. So well designed.

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  16. JoAnn PMay 24, 2014 at 5:41 PM

    I love that bird.

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  17. LisaMay 24, 2014 at 5:46 PM

    Mixed media is not something I have experience with, but you piqued my interest with your beautiful card!

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  18. Kathy SMay 24, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    I love a fun and "artsy" card. Thanks for supporting OWH.

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  19. Andrea TMay 24, 2014 at 6:20 PM

    Your watercolor background is beautiful and I loved the use of the dies. Thanks for supporting OWH>

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  20. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 6:37 PM

    Nina, what a great use of effects. I am making note on some of them. I would love to use some of the techniques you incorporated on some cards I will be doing soon.

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  21. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 6:54 PM

    A very vibrant background makes this card stand out!

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  22. Verna AngerhoferMay 24, 2014 at 6:57 PM

    Using the dies that way and adding the splotches of ink sure make this card look awesome. Thanks for a chance to win such a nice prize and for your support of OWH.

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  23. RosieMay 24, 2014 at 7:07 PM

    I just love this little bird! How sweet!

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  24. Jen R.May 24, 2014 at 7:09 PM

    Love the bird, and the layering you've done to set it off!

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  25. JessieMay 24, 2014 at 7:43 PM

    Wonderfully pretty mixed media card! I just adore that bird!

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  26. SUPRFOXdesignsMay 24, 2014 at 8:32 PM

    Thank you for sharing! I love the watercolor effect, the bird and the sentiment. What a lovely card all around!

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  27. Ann MarieMay 24, 2014 at 8:35 PM

    Very well done card. Looks like airbrushing!

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  28. Indy's DesignsMay 24, 2014 at 8:37 PM

    This is a spectacular card for Memorial Day! Happy Memorial Day!

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  29. RobinHMay 24, 2014 at 9:07 PM

    I like the bold black sentiment on this card
    thanks for your support of OWH

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  30. MargaretMay 24, 2014 at 9:14 PM

    Love the way you made the background.

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  31. Tammy P.May 24, 2014 at 9:17 PM

    Stunning! I love seeing such a great example of using watercolor, dies, inks, embellishments--all together for a fabulous card!! Thanks so much for sharing this!

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  32. Lee MaeMay 24, 2014 at 9:21 PM

    Amazing card with the beautiful background and the fun assembly of die cuts. Love your blog - thanks for supporting OWH!

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  33. Carol McCreadyMay 24, 2014 at 10:21 PM

    Your card is absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for the chance to win such a great giveaway.

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  34. CheriMay 24, 2014 at 10:28 PM

    Fabulous mixed media card, Nina. I especially love the water colored bg.

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  35. LibLadyMay 24, 2014 at 10:43 PM

    Love the bird on the card.

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  36. KarenladdMay 24, 2014 at 11:24 PM

    Love the way you used the patriotic colors but bumped them up a notch!! Great postage stamp frame and bird....a beautiful card!

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  37. UnknownMay 24, 2014 at 11:47 PM

    I love your watercoloring and your stamp looking frame. Thanks for the chance to win blog candy! I would love for you to check out my blog. I'm offering blog candy for followers. http://alllthingsbeautiful.blogspot.com to Amy A.,

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  38. Amy C.May 25, 2014 at 12:23 AM

    This card looks like a piece of artwork. I love the watercolor background and the frame. Beautiful job. (clayandamy@sbcglobal.net)

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  39. Mynn xxMay 25, 2014 at 12:32 AM

    I adore the watercoloring and those fabulous dies! This is so pretty! HUGS and happy Memorial Day weekend! :) Mynn xx

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  40. AnonymousMay 25, 2014 at 1:10 AM

    Cool card, Nina!

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  41. SHartlMay 25, 2014 at 1:24 AM

    Love all the great inky texture on that frame and all the layering!

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  42. DawnreeMay 25, 2014 at 1:33 AM

    This is so pretty. I love the collage feel you gave it!

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  43. CherriMay 25, 2014 at 1:42 AM

    Beautiful card. I probably wouldn't have thought of using the bird as a focal point, but it is really very nice! Thanks.

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  44. UnknownMay 25, 2014 at 2:11 AM

    Cleaver use of materials.

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  45. Karen McAlpineMay 25, 2014 at 2:11 AM

    Love all the layers and the super cute bird die cut.

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  46. GretchenMay 25, 2014 at 2:11 AM

    I love that bird die. Nice job.

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  47. UnknownMay 25, 2014 at 2:25 AM

    Sweet card, love the use of the different textures and techniques.

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  48. Sybrina KMay 25, 2014 at 2:30 AM

    What a fabulous background!

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  49. DorisMay 25, 2014 at 2:45 AM

    I love the everything works together in this card!

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  50. Patti JMay 25, 2014 at 2:45 AM

    Beautiful card, Nina! You are really enjoying the mixed media! I love seeing your creations! Hugs...

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  51. Rhonda MillerMay 25, 2014 at 3:27 AM

    Your card is fabulous. I love the watercolored background and the use of the frame.

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  52. BarbaraMay 25, 2014 at 4:26 AM

    So tweet.. get it? Wonderful card.

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  53. PeggyMay 25, 2014 at 5:04 AM

    Yes, we have a lot to be thankful for, especially our armed forces. Super card and giveaway. Thank you for the chance to win.
    God bless,
    Peggy Allen

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  54. UnknownMay 25, 2014 at 5:42 AM

    I love your watercolored background-so soft and soothing. Thanks for participating in the hop.

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  55. sparkling stamperMay 25, 2014 at 5:43 AM

    What a lovely patriotic card. Love your use of dies. Thanks for the chance to win your goodies!

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  56. AimeeMay 25, 2014 at 6:02 AM

    Such a creative card! I love how you put all the elements together. The Penny Black dies are going onto my wish list!

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  57. UnknownMay 25, 2014 at 6:22 AM

    Such a bright and joyous card. I love how all your elements come together!

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  58. AnonymousMay 25, 2014 at 6:31 AM

    I love the watercolor background, but the colors are still bright. Perfect two tone ombre.

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  59. ColleenMay 25, 2014 at 6:49 AM

    All the texture and layers are just lovely. I just want to touch it! Beautiful!

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  60. StampNKMay 25, 2014 at 8:19 AM

    Love the bright colors and the frame! Wonderful card!

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  61. Karen (TLgirl353)May 25, 2014 at 1:41 PM

    Nina, What a stunning creation for us to see today! It is amazing!

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  62. WavejumperMay 25, 2014 at 2:55 PM

    Wow what a lot of work! Thank you for sharing it with us!

    I am liking that thank you font...I think I have to go get that!

    I had never heard of the Crafter's Meow. I am sorry they closed already! Looked like a fun place!

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  63. RufusMay 25, 2014 at 3:01 PM

    Love the inking! I'm happiest when I've got inky fingers. Thanks for sharing and supporting OWH!
    R/

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  64. LageneMay 25, 2014 at 3:19 PM

    I love your creation! The water color look is wonderful! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  65. PaulaMay 25, 2014 at 3:53 PM

    Very nice card. I love the bird!
    paulapoindexter@gmail.com

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  66. missyMay 25, 2014 at 4:37 PM

    Great card! I love the water colored background and the penny black dies!

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  67. Jo Ann U.May 25, 2014 at 4:57 PM

    What a fun card - love the distressed frame - so cute!

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  68. Jean SMay 25, 2014 at 4:58 PM

    I really appreciate mixed media since it is not something that is easy for me. Great card.

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  69. UnknownMay 25, 2014 at 5:50 PM

    Nice mixed media card to see and get ideas from. Thanks for sharing!

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  70. jheuser69May 25, 2014 at 6:10 PM

    Nina your card is fantastic, great use of details!

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  71. Jennifer ScullMay 25, 2014 at 6:38 PM

    your card is just beautiful! I love the postage stamp frame to highlight the pretty bird! :)

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  72. Paula S.May 25, 2014 at 7:03 PM

    Love the collage styling in this card! Lots of great detail and such an artistic feel too. Thanks for joining in the hop and supporting OWH!

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  73. Pammy J.May 25, 2014 at 7:39 PM

    Love how you did your background, very nice!

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  74. TammyMay 25, 2014 at 7:58 PM

    Gorgeous card! I love the background and that beautiful frame!

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  75. creations by jackieMay 25, 2014 at 8:49 PM

    Awesome card, very vintage.

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  76. UnknownMay 25, 2014 at 9:36 PM

    Love the bird and the frame around him,the card is put together so well. Awesome !

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  77. Camille ShortMay 25, 2014 at 10:30 PM

    This card says it all. I love it! Thanks for posting this darling card!

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  78. PatQ's CardsMay 26, 2014 at 12:11 AM

    Love all the ideas on your card.

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  79. ShantaMay 26, 2014 at 1:54 AM

    lovely lovely card!!! Awesome techniques used!! slnewby at gmail dot com.

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  80. WhoMomMay 26, 2014 at 2:19 AM

    Awesome card! Love the postage stamp and bird. It all works together into a wonderful card. It's different and superb.

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  81. byAnnetteMay 26, 2014 at 3:17 AM

    Nice Card!
    So Artsy~Especially like the sentiment font!

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  82. Donna NuceMay 26, 2014 at 5:29 AM

    Very pretty card. Love the vintage feel to it. Have a great day and thanks for supporting OWH!

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  83. UnknownMay 26, 2014 at 6:38 AM

    Your card is just beautiful! Thank you for sharing and for the chance to win.

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  84. UnknownMay 26, 2014 at 8:22 AM

    This is a beautiful card, and so wonderful that you did it for OWH. Katie Wilson winzercastle@sbcglobal.net

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  85. HeatherMay 26, 2014 at 11:12 AM

    very cute card, Love how elegant this looks like.
    heifer21 at hotmail dot com

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  86. DianeMay 26, 2014 at 1:34 PM

    Your card is stunning lay gorgeous. Thanks for supporting OWH.

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  87. AnnMay 26, 2014 at 2:15 PM

    Gorgeous card!! I love the watercolored background and how you used the frame!

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  88. AnonymousMay 26, 2014 at 3:56 PM

    Love this card and appreciate the instructions of how to replicate it. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the chance to win your awesome gift pack!

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  89. Sue DMay 26, 2014 at 5:02 PM

    Very sweet mixed media card. I like the framed bird.
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  90. Nancy MMay 26, 2014 at 5:39 PM

    I like all the elements but my fav is the background. TFS! RBBRRMQN at YAHOO dot COM Nancy M and thanks for the chance to win!!

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  91. BrendaMay 26, 2014 at 8:44 PM

    A gorgeous card. Love the colors and the watercolor look.

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  92. Teresa Godines #6857May 26, 2014 at 9:13 PM

    Loving the soft colors of your card. TFS

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  93. UnknownMay 26, 2014 at 10:00 PM

    What a fabulous and unique card. I love how you used so many unusual techniques in your card. I love the background. TFS, and also for the chance to win. jen at cadydog dot com

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  94. KerryMay 26, 2014 at 10:17 PM

    Lovely card. Cute use of the frame with the tag.

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  95. BlytheMay 26, 2014 at 11:30 PM

    The frame looks like a postage stamp, very cute

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  96. Louise H.May 27, 2014 at 12:31 AM

    First of all, thank you for sharing your faith. What a blessing to my heart! Your card is really unique and colorful. I love the water color background, the cheery bird and the Penny Black sentiment. This is truly encouraging.

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  97. UnknownMay 27, 2014 at 3:11 AM

    I love the inky fun you have on this card! Thank you so much for sharing and offering such wonderful candy!

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  98. LindaMay 27, 2014 at 3:10 PM

    Wonderful card...Love the use of the diecuts and tag! WTG!!!

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  99. RedGemMay 27, 2014 at 3:48 PM

    I love the watercolor background and the stamped bird is just beautiful.

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  100. Denise BryantMay 27, 2014 at 8:56 PM

    Beautiful card with the pretty watercolor background and the lovely bird die!

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Thank you for your kind comments.