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Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Happy Birthday Gina K!!!

Happy Tuesday to you all!  They are calling for more snow here in VA this week, I cannot even believe it--SHOOT ME NOW PLEASE! LOL!  When spring arrives and trees and grass turn green I will singing from the rooftops (albeit sniffingly due to my allergies, hee hee).  My pal Marti is headed over here today for some "Jammie Stampin" time, lol.  She misses me sooooo much she couldn't wait to come over to see me bwahahaha!  Then I'm finishing up shooting some videos that I hope to have edited and ready to go by this weekend---they are LONG overdue I know!

Enough about me today..........today is about a wonderful lady named GINA K that you may know!!  The Gina K DT is holding a VIRTUAL Birthday Party for her today with a fun Blog Hop that you will NOT want to miss!


YOU are invited to a Virtual Birthday Party for Gina K!  Each blog features some part of the birthday experience.  Hop around to see the amazingly creative projects the team created to honor Gina on her special day!
When: TODAY!
Where: on the design team's blogs 
The party starts HERE and you just follow the links at the bottom of each post to continue to the next stop on the party tour! 
Why: To wish Gina K a Happy Birthday!!  After you are finished hopping along, don't forget to head on over to  Gina's Blog and wish her a Happy Birthday!!  TWO lucky commenters will receive a fun party favor---a FREE stamp set!

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Happy, Happy Birthday Gina!!

I'm in charge of bringing party hors dourves so who better than my fave Pioneer Woman to provide 
some of these yummies for everyone (lol)!
 French Onion Stuffed Mushrooms (YUM)
Fajita Nachos


So I was in Target this weekend and I seem to have a green fetish going on--LOL!  I bought a green shirt, green bracelet and this fabulous green gift bag.  I think I'm wanting green (SPRING) so much in my life that I now have to purchase it, LMBO!  Anywho this wonderful green gift bag inspired everything I made for Gina K's birthday--I loved the bright white against this terrific green.  And I KNEW the Gina K stamp set "Botanicals" would match up perfectly and it did!


I stamped the matching floral branch from the "Botanicals" set with Versamark and then sprinkled on White Embossing Powder & heated it to a nice shine.  After it cooled I put some Stickles on the flowers for sparkle.   A pretty paper border (MS border punch) and bow trim out the bottom and I paper pierced around the sentiment and added a few oyster pearls to round it off!

I love the graphic appeal of the white against this pretty green----hope you like it too Gina!  
Happy, Happy Birthday to you!!  Hope you have a beautiful day!

Now to continue the party you need to
And make sure to stop back by Gina K's Blog to enter for the fun party favors!




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112 comments:

  1. Vivi CasaleFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    your card is adorable Suzanne!!
    it does really match witht the gift bag!!
    I'm hopping to Tina's blog now!!
    xxx

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  2. Cat TidwellFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Oh, I think im loving the green too now! this is awesome Suzanne! I love how you paper pierced around the sentiment like that too!

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  3. Theresa MomberFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Oh, love the back and your wonderful Botanicals card!

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  4. emilymomto3boysFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    ok, I an in VA and we have hardly gotten any snow! I am so bummed!!!

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  5. BAHGLFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Your snacks look SO yummy!!!
    Your creations are beautiful!

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  6. TinaFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    WOW... that is a FABULOUS match up Suzanne!!! LOVE it and it's sooo refreshing!!!

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  7. connieFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    I love the green/white! Beautiful card.

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  8. Aunt LindaFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    I too love green and love that you were able to so beautifully match the bag & card to each other. TFS !

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  9. MistiFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    WOWZERS!!! Love, love your card!! We are supposed to get more snow tomorrow & I too am so over snow! Bring on spring! :D

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  10. BettyFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Oh, LOVE THAT GREEN. Very pretty and the way you punched around the greeting is awesome.

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  11. Denise ~ Paper PonderingsFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    LOVE that set up! Wow...absolutely perfect!

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  12. UnknownFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Lovely green card!!! Such a festive color, your card is so pretty and brings a touch of spring to the air!! Great party so far!!!

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  13. DebFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Gorgeous, Suzanne! I love the inspiration and how perfectly your card matches it! Beautiful, and happy...unlike the gray we've had in Florida that has been here since I got home from LA! Sunshine, please! :)

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  14. Sharon LynnFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Wow, Suzanne! I love this card and gift bag set! Green is my favorite color and this Botanicals set is one I use so often. What a great idea.

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  15. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Love the green bag and your card matches just perfect, beautiful coloring with white on the pretty green. Thank you for sharing your work. jman4@comcast.net

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  16. ChrisdFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Wow you really picked the perfect stamps to match your bag. What a find! That pearl bling looks wonderful on it too!

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  17. Carole MillerFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    That is such a pretty card. Love the bright green color.

    Carole Miller

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  18. Carole MillerFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    That is such a pretty card. Love the bright green color.

    Carole Miller

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  19. Carla S.February 8, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Fantastic card for Gina, Suzanne! I love the bright green and crisp white!

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  20. Lee February 8, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Oooo la la!!! You are in Spring mode!!! We're in another blizzard here and your green is just so festive and fabulous!!! I love white embossing...someday I'll be able to do that cleanly without tons of freckles! LOL

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  21. Karen (TLgirl353)February 8, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    So pretty! I am ready for 'green'too! I survived the Midwest blizzard of 2011.

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  22. Estelle from Hernando, MSFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Love the food and without the calories! The card is so bright and cheery after all the snow and cold weather we have had.....LOL

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  23. MiesjeFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    I really like the simple green and white! So pretty! The food looks yummy!

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  24. Terri Trotter EarleyFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    that sure is bright and wonderful!

    It's a good life!
    Terri E.

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  25. Carolyn KingFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    oh how fun! LOVIN the green!!! I love how you embossed the white on green...looks great!

    Hope you warm up soon!

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  26. Nana GriffinFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Gorgeous card! Love that green and white combo. botanicals stamp went so well with this idea.

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  27. DebraMFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    I LOVE the colors and the card. The gift bag was a wonderful find. I want spring so badly that I would have bought it as well.

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  28. Gina K.February 8, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Suzanne- That card is just gorgeous! How did you ever get the greens to match so perfectly! And now I am starving too! Those treats look fabulous. Thank you so much for the beautful card and for all of the wonderful ways you contribute to Gina K. Designs. Love you girl! XOXOXO

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  29. JaneenFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    I love your green and white Suze, the promise of spring coming and a great b-day card

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  30. MelanieFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    oooh, that stamp on green looks sharp, sharp, i like very much!!!

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  31. LynneFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Wonderful detail to this lovely card. The partial paper piercing is a great idea.

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  32. lisa808February 8, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    What a great match!

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  33. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Oh, your party hors dourves look Yummy.
    Beautiful card as well.
    My birthday wishes going out to Gina....Sending warm and loving wishesOf happiness and cheer,
    And everything you need to start
    Another happy year.

    ColleenB.

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  34. Carmen O.February 8, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    Oh my Gosh, Suzanne! This is so clean and fresh looking. That's what I always think of when I see green and bright white together. Fabulous card and inspiration!

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  35. SherryFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Wow the food looks so yummy wish I were there to taste it. I love your card the green is so bright and festive way to go!

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  36. StephanieFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Nice card! I love the technique how you embossed the flower!

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  37. GraceFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Oh what a beautiful set! Your stuffed mushrooms look yummy too! A big happy birthday to Gina!

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  38. Arts by SaraFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Beautiful card Suzanne! I am really liking the green and white also! Hmmm ... Maybe it is money and spring together! LOL! J/k Well we all could use a bit of a pay raise also! Don't ya think? Anyways... got sidetracked... Your card is beautiful! Have a wonderful day with Marti!!! Happy Creating! Sara

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  39. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    This is so pretty and my mom would LOVE a birthday card with this color!

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  40. Paula LairdFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Oh my goodness! The white on bright green is FANTASTIC!!!! What an awesome matching card! Love this!!!!

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  41. terriavidreader (IN-USA)February 8, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Looks great, the card and the food too!

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  42. Rosalien ZwackhalenFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    What a beautiful and stylish card.:))

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  43. LindyFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    what a fabulous set it makes!! I love those botanicals stamps too. You did a wonderful job!!!

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  44. JennFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    your card is a beautiful match! I'm hoping to get a break from the snow soon as well, although I don't think we'll be that lucky!

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  45. Stampin MindyFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    Hiya Suzanne!

    This card is so elegant. I don't use green enough. I love that border. Have a great day!

    Those mushrooms look YUMMY!!!!!

    Hugs, Mindy

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  46. terrieFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Wow the color green is popping all over the place...crafters want spring to come...well done on your card ...thanks for sharing
    zullu26@aol.com

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  47. BarbFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    love the color green-reminds me of spring which can't come too soon this year. Where can I find the recipe for the French Onion stuffed Mushrooms. They look so good.
    Love your card and gift box,

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  48. MaryFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Wow....your card is simply beautiful! love the color and I never would have thought to use it. Beautiful!

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  49. JudyFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Green is my favorite color, so these are absolutely beautiful. TFS

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  50. Jacqueline SmithFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    I love the green and white for Gina's card. Thanks for sharing.

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  51. AnnFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    WOW!! What a stunning colour & the white embossing just pops right out at you, I love both card & bag - perfect!! Happy Blog Hop & Birthday to Gina K............all the way from Bonnie Scotland xxx

    Loving all these inspirational projects xxx

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  52. RitaFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Beautiful & bright, I love it! With all the snow Gina's been getting this card will surely brighten her day!

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  53. LindaFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Gorgeous card, love the green color with white. Thanks so much for sharing.

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  54. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    I've never been the first commenter before!!! LOVE the bright green card! Sure gives your day a lift! Thanks for making such a wonderful party for GK ... Such wonderful friends!

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  55. Robin's Crafting CreationsFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    How cute!
    rcz28@aol.com

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  56. Stampin in the suburbsFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    I love that green. Very nice. What color is it??

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  57. JanaFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Love this green, and I love the way they match. This has been an amazing blog hop.

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  58. JanaFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Love this green, and I love the way they match. This has been an amazing blog hop.

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  59. Giovana February 8, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Beautiful set and I love the green!!

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  60. BonnieFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Great contrast. Spring has gotta come sooner or later. Very cheerful distraction from our 2 feet of snow.. Pretty card.

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  61. Nana CrysFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Great color "Green" - brightens my snowed-in day feelings. Love the stamping with the Versa Marks and then embossing with clear powder. I am going to try that technique next. Also, I love your blog design - the cat and dog sign-out especially adorable.

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  62. Sue VanDeVusseFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Love the sparkly white against that fresh green.

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  63. slbt17February 8, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    yummm...great card!
    Sandra ltb

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  64. Vicki DutcherFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    OOOOOO~~~ Love the pretty bright and happy green! Your card is wonderful!

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  65. Crafty Math ChickFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Those french onion stuffed mushrooms look soooooo yummy! MMMMM!! LOVE your card. It matches perfectly and Botanicals is one of my favorite sets of Gina's.

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  66. Billie DeeFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    That is a very pretty card. I love how you matched up all the extras.

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  67. SueFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Your card is adorable Suzanne.

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  68. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Very Pretty Card!!

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  69. Laraine RFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Cute card!! Love the green gift bag!!

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  70. UnknownFebruary 8, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Very pretty card! Makes me think of Spring... we're all ready for it I think!

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  71. GoldaFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Ooooh, tasty treats! It is amazing how your card matches the bag. Fantastic job!

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  72. BetteFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    Now that is one neat card!! Love the green and white and the paper piercing is really a nice addition. Thanks for sharing.

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  73. Connie CFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Fabulous card, Suzanne! And it certainly is "springy". I understand the green kick, having been on one myself lately. How terriffic of the DT gals to throw tis wonderful party for Gina!

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  74. Verna AngerhoferFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    The food treats look scrumptious and so does the card for Gina. I love that color of green.

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  75. Judy McMullenFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    Loving the green, Suzanne, and I'm sure Gina will too! Hoping Spring comes early to you!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GINA!!!

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  76. UnknownFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    LOVE that color green, Suzanne, screams Spring, and couldn't we all use a little of that right about now? (oh I did notice my daffodils are up about an inch--won't be long now!)

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  77. Judy McMullenFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Oh, and I forgot to say I thought your hors d'oeures are to die for!! Yummy!!!

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  78. BrigitteFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    What a great blog hop!!! Your project is really cute!
    brigitteetleschats at hotmail dot com

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  79. Cindy LouFebruary 8, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    I am just lovin' that green! With the white accents, it is by far one of the most perfect simple cards I have ever seen! TFS!

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  80. PatSFebruary 8, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    What a breath of Springtime. Your card is awesome and does make me feel a little springy in 10 degree weather. Thanks for the jolt!

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  81. LoriFebruary 8, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Oh,I love the green & white! Wow! it really "pops"! Great card and super shopping....the bag is fabulous!

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  82. DebbieFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Love your green botanical card!!! So pretty!

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  83. Lynne in NIFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Ohhhh, gorgeous! I don't normally use green, but it looks fabulous with the white!

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  84. Mary Anne / MA54KFebruary 8, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Boy, does that stamp pop on the green! Gorgeous!

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  85. SusanFebruary 8, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    I can totally relate to your comments about the snow Suzanne as we have loads here in Ontario, Canada. Your fresh green and white card is just perfect to bring some spring to my day and to especially honour Gina on her birthday.

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  86. St. Petersburg CutUp (Veronika)February 8, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    I am GREEN with envy for the talent you have.

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  87. Ashley NewellFebruary 8, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    Ohhh, I love the bag and card!

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  88. Gayle C.February 8, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    Whoo Hoo just how hot is that green. These are really fantastic and yum yum for the appetizers, too.

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  89. CheriFebruary 8, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    I love green and I really love your card and the container. I would love to have those appetizers in front of me right now! YUM!!

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  90. Nana DonnaFebruary 8, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    I love that card, your green stands out to vividly against the white.
    http://nanadonnascarddreams.blogspot.com/

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  91. DonnaFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Yummy food and what an awesome set! Love the green and white color combination! Fun set!

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  92. sandyhFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    hand over some of those delish treats! i'm starving!
    loving that beautiful spring green card!
    sandyh
    sandyha at comcast dot net

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  93. Pat JandacekFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    mmmmm-delicious hor douerves! This has been a splendid birthday party. I love the bright mood-raising green and white contrast, too.

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  94. joyFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    You have made 2 colors dazzle!Great project!

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  95. Elena CFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    I LOVE your card & box...that greenb is GORGEOUS!!!

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  96. Janet February 8, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Wow, what a BRIGHT card! It reminds me of green grass in summer. Takes the chill off that snow! :D

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  97. Theresa's StudioFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Yummy! Great appetizers! Lovely card! Great way to celebrate Gina's birthday

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  98. Sue DFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Delicous hors dourves and striking card!

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  99. Becky JoFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Blue is usually my color, but I'm lovin' this card and bag! Beautiful! Yummy party hors dourves, too! T4S Hugs!!

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  100. RosieFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Girl, you and I have many similar interests....first MS punches and now The Pioneer Woman (I love her). I keep telling my SIL that we need to find her since we live in OK. I tried the stuffed mushrooms with sausage and cream cheese...AWESOME! Also, I'm big into white embossing on green....so fabulous!! Hugs, Rosemary

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  101. SandyFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    Suzanne your card is WOW wonderful!!! I just love the white with green. I think I have the same syndrome here in snowy BC Canada. I am sure Gina will love it!! Even though I just finished dinner those appies are making my mouth water--YUM!!

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  102. DarlaFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    I'm in love with botanicals and the green and white is really striking. Happy Birthday Gina

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  103. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    I love your card...it's so fresh and bright, spring is coming!

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  104. JulieFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    love how simple and bright your card is...
    kattfiveinfo at gmail dot com

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  105. cdjcape521February 8, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    Great color! Waaaah, I WANT those mushrooms, LOL! OK, par-teee time!

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  106. NeeseyFebruary 8, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Beautiful card. Nice and springy. I feel the same about snow...I want sun! Anyway, we are all heading to the beach so pack your green bag an lets go! Party on.....

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  107. JessicaKFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    Mmmmm on those hors d'oeuvres (esp those mushrooms!) and ahhhh on that awesomely elegant card - perfect match to the bag, you're right.

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  108. Paulette SFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    Suzanne, GET OUT!!! It matches perfectly! Love it. Happy Bday GinaK!! =D

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  109. KelleyFebruary 9, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    I can't wait to try those French Onion Stuffed Mushrooms! See you at the beach house.

    Wonderful job matching card to bag. I love it when things go together.

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  110. Kris in AlaskaFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:46 AM

    I would love to see that green outside too! Lovely card! TFS!

    Kris in Alaska
    funamom at yahoo dot com

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  111. Cathy P in AZFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Oh my - I wanna go green now! LOL! Beautiful creations!!!

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  112. Deebi27February 9, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    I though I had commented on this yesterday, so since I had not here I go. Bring on the SPRING...I am ready like you and how many others? Your gift bag and card is a signaling for Spring to come quit wasteing and bring it on!!! The brightness of the stamping and embossing is just sweeeeeeeet!

    Thanks for the reminder on the Pioneer Woman. I had been receiving emails and when my computer went down lasr summer...something went awry. There's something about the simpleness and yumminess of rural life is something special...too say the least. I am back on the email links...got one today!

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I appreciate all your lovely comments and taking the time to stop by! hugz,Suzanne