Wednesday, 4 March 2009

Whiff of Joy challenge #20 - Lavender and Lace

Oh my goodness, we're at number 20 already!! Where has the time gone? We have a delicious challenge this week (just up my street and no I didn't chose it lol) - Lavender and Lace.
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I just love the new Spring stamps designed by Elisabeth Bell, and I do this this little poppet is my favourite of this release (but then I love Oakley just as much lol). I have used the Fall Grass accessory stamp, this has got to be the most useful stamp I own, it works with most images that I have, colours up so easily and is a perfect size. 

The papers are prints of Lilac blossoms but loved the mix of pale apple green with the lavender colour. The lilac panel I have punched out with the fab Martha Stewart Lace Doily punch then stamped the piece with a lace stamp (it's a huge stamp that I got off Ebay last year - it's unmounted with no maker sadly) and wisteria chalk ink.
woj-lavender-and-lace3On the inside I have once again carried the layout from the front through, and have cut one of the lilac blossom images from the papers. The sentiment is computer generated. Apologies for the pants pictures, that's what you get when you leave the photography to a man to do!!!
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Recipe
Kneeling Willow and Fall Grass by Whiff of joy stamps coloured with distress inks and H2O's
Sentiment on the front is from an Anna Griffin set, inside is computer generated
Papers are a pad by Papercraft 4 You that I got as part of a huge set from QVC yonks ago
Flowers are a mix of Imaginisce, Prima and mulberry roses
Lace is from Dainty Supplies

Thanks for looking,
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99 comments:

  1. Ida / Little4 March 2009 at 07:07

    This is just amazing! I think its so inspiring to see that you decorate all 4 sides of the card every time :) Lavender/Purple are my fave colors at the moment (probably cause I'm waiting for spring/summer so much) Card look FAB! Have a nice day. Hugs Ida

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  2. Wendy4 March 2009 at 07:14

    Beautiful card Bev, love the gorgeous colours and the papers are fabby
    Wendy x

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  3. Moni4 March 2009 at 07:14

    Waw stunning card, love the colours you used and the coloured image is fab. Love all the details and the paper! Hugs, moni

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  4. Lauren4 March 2009 at 07:18

    WOW Bev that is just gorgeous. x

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  5. Donna4 March 2009 at 07:27

    Gorgeous card Bev and such beautiful colours, I love the flower combo just perfect :) I hope you are feeling a bit brighter today (((hugs)))) Donna x

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  6. Lisa4 March 2009 at 07:33

    Gorgeous card Bev! I love the backing papers and your colouring is superb. So sorry to hear about your little Rosie. x

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  7. Karen4 March 2009 at 07:34

    WOW ! She's stunning Bev, really pretty. Love the lavender and lace combo.

    Love Karen xxx

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  8. Lia4 March 2009 at 07:34

    hi Bev,
    this card is so lovely I lovit the stamp is one of my favorite she looks so pretty
    hugs Lia

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  9. Kim Piggott4 March 2009 at 07:34

    Hi Bev,
    Your card is such a beautiful concoction of loveliness!
    Such a beautiful image and your colouring is exceptional!
    Love your paper and detail and the inside is just so gorgeous!
    This challenge was made for you!
    hugs
    kim x

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  10. Sonia4 March 2009 at 07:35

    Wooooww, What a beautiful card. I love the colores you used and also the text inside is soooo sweet. An absolutely great work.
    Congratulations!
    Hugs,
    Ranita

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  11. SemSee4 March 2009 at 07:38

    This is an absolutely stunning card (again!) Bev. I can't say anymore than that - you are a crafting goddess!

    Hugs, Sem x

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  12. Budge4 March 2009 at 07:54

    Love this card gorgeous colours.




    Sylv xx

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  13. Riet4 March 2009 at 07:55

    o Bev,what a beautiful card,l love the colours.
    zo mooi.

    hugs Riet.x

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  14. ribenaruby4 March 2009 at 07:57

    Gorgeous image Bev, love the papers here, and of course the wonderful emebellishments. Brilliant and so perfect for mothers day!

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  15. Dawny P4 March 2009 at 07:58

    Oh Bev, I am sitting here with my eyes full of taers chick. First I read about your precious Rosie. I am so so sorry chick. I know how it feels and it is no good anyone saying they are only animals cos they aren't. They are part of your family. I'm just glad that she found a loving home with you and that her life was happy. And when the time came, your love for her was so great that you did not let her suffer.

    And then I read the verse in this card. And soppy old sod that I am, well that finished me off. I say to anyone who has a mum to cherish and love her cos when she goes, there will be a empty space in your soul that will never be filled. You are not the same once you lose your mum.

    Anyway, your card is absolutely gorgeous chicksie. I love these colours - what's not to like about lilac!!! And the lace is gorgeous as well. I might have to have a go at this challenge now I saw this.

    Biggest hugs and loads of love xxxxxx

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  16. Ila4 March 2009 at 08:12

    Over the top Beautiful Bev!! I love the colors, coloring and Gorgeous accents!!..the verse is one I've used in my own cards for my mother...So Lovely!!..Hugs, Ila

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  17. Paula's ponderings4 March 2009 at 08:20

    WOW!! Beautiful Bev!

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  18. Rosette4 March 2009 at 08:20

    Oh gosh I LOVE this challenge... lavender and lace!! All purple-ish colours are my fave and I simply love love love lace!! Your card is beautiful,jaw dropping Bev, and yes Elisabeth has done a great job (as always~!) with these designs! Someone has offered me some images form these, can't wait for them to arrive!! :)
    Will tryto find some time to participate ;)

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  19. sue4 March 2009 at 08:25

    so pretty, a lovely verse too and the lace is gorgeous
    sue

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  20. Annita4 March 2009 at 08:38

    another beautiful card from you. LOVE the little stamp too. one of my faves too. BEAUTIFUL colors !
    have a great day
    hugs Annita

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  21. Pop's Cards4 March 2009 at 08:41

    This is gorgeous hun i love this combo, you have done a fabby job, hope you are ok today hugs pops x x x

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  22. debby40004 March 2009 at 08:42

    Gorgeous card, love that colour combo and the WOJ girl looks stunning.

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  23. Suzanne4 March 2009 at 08:44

    Stunning Bev lilac makes my heart sing I just love the colour and your papers are just beautiful. Love the inside with the M.S lace boarder. Hope you are OK today Hun? Sue :o)

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  24. Erum Tasneem4 March 2009 at 09:06

    I love it Bev! It has such asoft look to it, and the blooms you have used look absolutely beautiful. esp the dark purple ones! They look sexy!

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  25. Stacey4 March 2009 at 09:08

    What a perfect challenge for you Bev?! And true to form, you've done a great job! I've just ordered labels 1 but seeing your card makes me wonder whether I should have got labels 2 instead.....! ~x~

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  26. Poppy4 March 2009 at 09:10

    wow, love the colours Bev, stunning.
    poppy

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  27. Shazza4 March 2009 at 09:26

    just beautiful Bev, I love your colouring and those papers 7 flowers are fab
    hugs
    x

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  28. Natalie4 March 2009 at 09:27

    This is beautiful Bev, I love the colour combo and gorgeous image. x

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  29. Karen4 March 2009 at 09:34

    my favourite colours and a stunning card, then I like all your cards, they are such a joy to look at, you have also inspired me to do more on the inside of my cards too, but it means I'm using up alot of my papers, oh well just have to buy some more, just don't tell my hubby. sshhhh. x x x

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  30. Michele Roos4 March 2009 at 09:56

    Stunning card Bev. Love the image and the yummy papers. Michele x

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  31. Gina4 March 2009 at 09:58

    Beautiful card Bev, love the image and all of the lace
    Gina xxx

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  32. cardsandacuppa4 March 2009 at 10:01

    Georgous, Love this colour combo, may have a go at this challenge too !
    Hugs Sarah-Jane xx

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  33. scotspanda4 March 2009 at 10:02

    WOW WOW WOW I love it and not just because it is my favourite colour! Love the elements you have used the grass stamp is fab :o)

    lotsalove

    Amanda xxx

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  34. annemarie4 March 2009 at 10:26

    oooh she is gorgoues, great colors with the purple
    and very nice colored

    hugs Annemarie

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  35. annemarie4 March 2009 at 10:28

    almost forgot to say i have an awrd for you on my blog

    hugs Annemarie

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  36. Cheryl4 March 2009 at 10:42

    WOW,WOW,WOW I love it!!! I love purple and it is so hard to find.The DP you have used is just stunning!!!

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  37. Unknown4 March 2009 at 11:22

    Another stunner Bev, this is so pretty, adore everything about it.

    Joanne x

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  38. Annie4 March 2009 at 11:32

    such a gorgeous card you have created for Mother's Day. Beautifully coloured image and love the lavender colour and the touch of lace. hugs, annie x

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  39. MalinL4 March 2009 at 11:39

    Such an amazing and lovely card!!!

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  40. Ali Watson4 March 2009 at 11:42

    Stunning card, love all your added details fantastic. Hope you are feeling a bit better today.

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  41. Anonymous4 March 2009 at 11:54

    Bev, this is so beautiful, wonderful card. Wow.

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  42. Pati4 March 2009 at 11:56

    Dear Bev

    My Mum unfortunately doesn't write english, so on behalf of her I would like to say that your card is so beautiful. And we both agree that you are a great artist.

    Looking forward to your next creations!

    BIG hugs & take care!
    Pati & Mune

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  43. Laura (Faerielore)4 March 2009 at 12:18

    WOW this card is stunning i love green and purple together xxx

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  44. Anonymous4 March 2009 at 12:19

    You excel every time you create a card Bev. It is wonderful.

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  45. Dawn Wheeler4 March 2009 at 12:40

    Apsolutly gorgeous ,so pretty ,fabulous colouring and papers ,hugs Dawnxxx

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  46. craftyb4 March 2009 at 12:47

    gorgeous creation Bev...this collection is gorgeous...love it all...and yep...the fall grass works so well with her! bx

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  47. Xin-Xin4 March 2009 at 12:56

    love your card! love the sentiment even more! great job!

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  48. Claire4 March 2009 at 13:27

    How beautiful Bev. Another truly fab creation!

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  49. angeljakki4 March 2009 at 13:29

    Stunning card
    Lovely colours
    awesome colouring x x x

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  50. marijke4 March 2009 at 13:30

    this is so wonderfull I have placed an award ( within 10 mins from now) in my blog for you so you can go get it girl

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  51. Anonymous4 March 2009 at 14:46

    Beautiful!!! Your photography skills are making me jealous...Just want you to know that I am so very sorry to hear about your gorgeous Rosie...I have been there and know how it feels...Thinking of you and sending a prayer your way.

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  52. ~Denise Lynn~4 March 2009 at 14:49

    Gorgeous card Bev! Love the theme for this challenge too. You've used my favorite color combo, purple and green. Love the lace accents and the beautiful papers. :)

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  53. pickle4 March 2009 at 15:24

    Another gorgeous card Bev. Love how you have decorated the inside and the verse is just beautiful.

    Kerry x

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  54. Tammi4 March 2009 at 15:49

    Absolutely gorgeous Bev, inside and out! She's my favorite too. :) ~Hugs

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  55. deifen4 March 2009 at 15:57

    This is sooo beautiful Bev-I love the lavender and lattice paper -it suits the image perfectly-so vintage,feminine and delicate!The verse is so sweet too!Perfect for a special Mum!
    Hugs
    Deixx

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  56. Tasha4 March 2009 at 16:05

    Bev this is so stunning, i love the colouring and the papers and it makes me think of lavender.
    love tasha xx

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  57. Maria's Cards4 March 2009 at 17:09

    Gorgeous card as always Bev. I love the stamp you have used as the colours really suit it. I hope you are doing ok and maybe feeling a little brighter. Thinking of you. Maria x

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  58. Shell4 March 2009 at 17:48

    What a beautifull card Bev simply stunning inside and out. Shellx

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  59. Anonymous4 March 2009 at 18:24

    Your cards never cease to amaze me! And this one is no exception! I can't believe you already have your mother's day card done!! Man, I have some Easter and Teacher's appreciation cards I need to do before I can start on Mother's Day!!
    Love the colors and your coloring.
    ~Lacey

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  60. Desire Fourie4 March 2009 at 18:25

    Lavender and Lace definitely suits your unique style Bev and you have out done yourself once again. The image is just so perfectly coloured and the inside is once again a master piece. Hugs from Desire

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  61. Pauline C4 March 2009 at 18:43

    Bev this is really gorgeous - stunning colouring and colorus. Can I ask .. when you use the grass stamp do you use masking, or cut out your girl image and place her on top?? I have just bought the grass stamp, but with it being so detailed I have found getting masking right really difficult (impossible actually lol!) - yours is so fab!
    Hugs
    Pauline x

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  62. Mina4 March 2009 at 19:28

    stunning card Bev...I love those pretty pretty papers...lush...hope you feeling okay today...my thoughts are with you xxx

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  63. Anonymous4 March 2009 at 19:49

    wow Bev another fabulous card,
    brilliant colours and papers

    Norma x

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  64. Karina Beck4 March 2009 at 20:05

    Wow, what a beautiful card!!

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  65. CraftyC4 March 2009 at 20:35

    Stunning card Bevm fab colour combo, and so sorry to hear about Rosie, sending you hugs!
    Clairex

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  66. Iris4 March 2009 at 20:42

    Brilliant card Bev, love your coloring and all the details on your card.
    Wow!!!

    Hugs
    Iris

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  67. Anonymous4 March 2009 at 21:44

    Bev, this is awesome!! That trellis paper is gorgeaous, but the combination of everything makes for one superb card and of course, your colouring is magnifique!

    Alice (beemer)

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  68. Kim4 March 2009 at 22:05

    Wow, everything about this card is perfection Bev! I love it! I am a purple girl and this is one of my favorite cards ever!!
    :)
    Kim

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  69. Marcea5 March 2009 at 00:22

    This is doing it for me .... pity I am not your mummy, lol ..... perhaps I should get Ryan to buy this for me. Bev, it is truly outstanding!!!! No other words are needed
    -x-

    ps thought that darling hubby has done an ok job of your pics - I dread to think what mine would look like if I asked Glen - bad enough when I take them, lol
    -x-

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  70. Sally5 March 2009 at 00:48

    Perfect card. Love the colors espcially the yellow. Makes me think...SPRING

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  71. 6 wacky women5 March 2009 at 01:32

    Absolutley gorgeous card, Bev.
    Love the colors and your wonderful coloring. So much beautiful detail to look at.
    I just love it!!

    Karen x

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  72. stampinfrog5 March 2009 at 03:09

    Bev this is absolutely GORGEOUS! What can I say that I haven't already said about one of your cards? The DP,the flowers, and your coloring is sooooo BEAUTIFUL!TFS
    Hugs, Connie

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  73. Risa5 March 2009 at 03:10

    Awwwww...your card is stunning Bev! I love the lavendar and lace and your image is awesome.
    hugs
    Risa:)

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  74. Denise5 March 2009 at 05:35

    BEAUTIFUL card, in & out!!!!

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  75. Yvonne5 March 2009 at 06:33

    Bev, one again you have done a lovely pretty card.
    And as always the colouring is perfect.

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  76. nessy5 March 2009 at 07:16

    speachless !!! adorable card ~just perfect!! ~ love it all bev!!
    getting all the bits together yesterday eve to do my card today ~think i need to tone down the lavender ~your tones are so much lighter!!hope to get playing this morning ~however it is snowing here ~so boys maybe home from school~so no crafting time
    vanessa xx

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  77. Chris5 March 2009 at 08:30

    Fantastic card Bev! I love the colour scheme and that little girl is so cute, I'm not surprised she's your favourite. Perfect colouring and design too. Hope you're feeling a bit better today Sweetie, been thinking about you. Take care, hugs, Chris xxx

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  78. Anne5 March 2009 at 08:55

    Gorgeous Bev, the colour combo is fantastic and the overall effect is stunning x

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  79. Elena5 March 2009 at 12:05

    Oh, I just love this lilac color! Plus your amazing coloring! Very precious card!

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  80. Anonymous5 March 2009 at 12:52

    Hi, Bev.
    This is a beautiful card.
    I like the details and the back paper.
    Lovely purple color. ^__^

    luv,
    ana

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  81. Gill5 March 2009 at 12:54

    Fabulous card, great colours and your image is coloured beautifully
    hugs Gill x

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  82. Naoual5 March 2009 at 13:11

    Hi hun, this card is just gorgeous. Love it! Your colouring is stunning as always and the sentiment you put on the inside of the card is really beautiful.

    xx Naoual

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  83. LINDA5 March 2009 at 15:52

    WOW!! This is GORGEOUS!!! everything about this is just wonderful!!!
    Hugs, Linda

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  84. Kicki5 March 2009 at 15:54

    Wow Bev, this is amazing!!! :-)
    Love the card, gorgeous colours, and the details!!!

    hug
    Kicki from Sweden

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  85. Paula5 March 2009 at 17:14

    This is stunning Bev those papers are so pretty and the sentiment inside is beautiful.
    Paula xxxx

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  86. COCO5 March 2009 at 18:09

    This is such a lovely card! Love the colour combination.
    hugs coco

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  87. Kirsten Alicia5 March 2009 at 19:41

    Another stunning creation Bev! It really is very beautiful.

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  88. Iren5 March 2009 at 20:25

    This card is so adorable Bev! Love all the details and the paper!

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  89. Nicola5 March 2009 at 21:10

    Simply stunning Bev, such a sweet image coloured to perfection, gorgeous dp´s and your embellishments are awesome hun. -x-

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  90. Macpurp5 March 2009 at 22:07

    this is beautiful! the colours and layout are stunning
    love tina xx

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  91. Anonymous6 March 2009 at 00:03

    Beautiful card! The papers are so pretty.
    Hugs, Vanja

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  92. Maya6 March 2009 at 07:25

    Awwww this is just amasing!!
    Wonderful colours (i loooove lavender!!) and you`re colouring is perfect!!
    Gorgeous!
    Hugs from Maya :)

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  93. LOUISE6 March 2009 at 07:57

    Stunning card Bev, love the papers. One of my fav colours, so I hope I will enjoy this Challenge when I get round to it. Lou x

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  94. Rosalien Zwackhalen6 March 2009 at 10:06

    Wauw, Bev, what an amazing card.I love it all, and such a wonderfull poem.

    Rosalien

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  95. Rach6 March 2009 at 10:51

    a masterpiece babe, love every tiny mm of it. gorgeous .. lots of love Rachxx

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  96. Conniecrafter6 March 2009 at 13:06

    Gorgeous, love these colors, and such pretty flowers, wonderful sentiment inside!

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  97. Nancy6 March 2009 at 14:21

    This is beautiful! Love the DP that picked up the same flowers in the Fall Grass image! The inside sentiment brought tears to my eyes.

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  98. Rleen9 March 2009 at 01:15

    Your card is stunning! I love the image, the colors, the design and all the details. Fabulous job!

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  99. thread-bare10 March 2009 at 13:22

    Bev this is again a beautiful card x I adore the way you have created the image by masking xx

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