Thursday, July 7, 2011

Gina K June release inspiration blog hop: Day 3

Hi everyone!  Welcome to the final day of the Gina K Designs June Release Inspiration hop!  Today we are spotlighting the 1 Free with Three set, Bold and Beautiful.  This set comes free with any purchase of 3 or more stamp sets from the entire store!  Who doesn't love free?!?

Today is my sister's birthday (happy birthday Nicholle!) and I made 2 birthday cards just for her.  For this card, I used the butterfly image and used the fun pinks/blues and oranges in the Echo Park Splash papers.  I also used some little bling and a couple mulberry flowers to accent things and make it a bit more girlie.  
My next card uses the same butterfly paired with some adorable Jillibean Soup Blossom Soup papers.  I colored the butterfly with copics and added another mulberry flower to the center. This is a pretty simple one, I just let the papers speak for themselves and guide me on the butterfly.
For even more samples of these new sets, you can visit each of the GKD Design Team blogs listed below.  Make sure you leave a comment here and on each of their blogs because Gina is going to draw two randomly chosen winners from all of the blog comments, and each will get a stamp set of their choice valued at up to $24.95!  Gina will announce the winners on her blog tomorrow.

Thanks for stopping by!  I will leave you with some close up pictures.  I hope you enjoyed this month's Release Inspiration Hop.  Have a great day.

P.S.  I get asked a lot how I arrange my little pieces of rhinestones.  Well, I lay them on my card and just move them around (with my paper piercer) until I like how they look.  I find it relaxing and have been known to shuffle rhinestones around for almost an hour!
Card Deets:
Stamps -Bold and Beautiful
Paper - PL Kraft and white cardstock
Pattern Paper -Echo Park Splash 6x6 pad
Accessories - Standard Circles LG and SM Nestabilities, white taffeta ribbon, mulberry flowers, stickles, rhinestones 

Stamps -Bold and Beautiful
Paper - PL white cardstock
Pattern Paper -Jillibean Soup, Blossom Soup 6x6 pad
Accessories - Standard Circles SM Nestabilities, striped yellow ribbon, mulberry flower, stickles, rhinestone, border punch

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105 comments:

  1. richardbreaksJuly 7, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    Great job, Michelle. Like both of them so much!

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  2. LindaSJuly 7, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    Amazing cards. Love the design and butterfies.

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  3. Theresa MomberJuly 7, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    These are so pretty, Michelle! Those papers are lovely!

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  4. Sue DJuly 7, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    It is great how the same stamp can have such different results with change of ink and papers.

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  5. RietteJuly 7, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    The colors of the butterflies fits so beautifully with the DP. Both cards are stunning.

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  6. Stacy MorganJuly 7, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Both are very pretty. That butterfly is awesome!

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  7. UnknownJuly 7, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Great cards. That butterfly is beautiful...

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  8. ScrapacatJuly 7, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Your sister is so lucky - 2 cards for her birthday! Love the flowers!

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  9. JanaJuly 7, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    I love your sweet, sweet cards. Thanks for your inspiration. This has been an amazing hop.

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  10. LindaJuly 7, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Great job on both cards. I love the colors of the cards. One is soft and the other a little brighter. The butterflies are beautiful on both cards. Thanks for sharing.

    Linda D.

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  11. SharonJuly 7, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Great cards! Really liked the papers you used for backgrounds.

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  12. AlisonJuly 7, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    lovely cards!

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  13. Sharon HarnistJuly 7, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Gorgeous butterfly cards, Michelle -- love the flowers you added to them!

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  14. crotnemJuly 7, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Your work is awesome. Keep them coming!

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  15. Cat TidwellJuly 7, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Gorgeous Michelle! Love the little roses added to the butterflies!

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  16. TN GrannyJuly 7, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    This is awesome and I love the DSP you used, makes everything pop.

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  17. KaryJuly 7, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous cards, Michelle!!! Love the little roses on the butterflies. So adorable!

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  18. CharmaneJuly 7, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    I like both cards. I need to get some Jillibean Soup paper.

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  19. BeastybunnyJuly 7, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    I really like the shabby chic look to both of these. Well done!

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  20. Barbara ColbertJuly 7, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Great!!! NICE job on both of them!

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  21. Debbie D.July 7, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    So very pretty. You have shown that this image can also be soft and delicate with a change of colors and papers.

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  22. JessicaJuly 7, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Beautiful...just beautiful. I think we should create new words that mean gorgeous...and beautiful.
    Only more so! TFS
    Jessica

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  23. Giovana July 7, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Both cards are adorable!!

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  24. MelanieJuly 7, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    these are both so pretty!!!!

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  25. Vicki DutcherJuly 7, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    I just adore your clean layouts! Awesome job!

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  26. BastJuly 7, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Gorgeous cards! I love rhinestones and the flowers. The butterflies look like they are made of lace. TFS

    KimMJ
    bast830@comcast.net

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  27. Nana GriffinJuly 7, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    both are very pretty.

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  28. sandiJuly 7, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Love both cards.

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  29. sharon gJuly 7, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    She will feel so special!

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  30. Shirley NJuly 7, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Beautiful cards, love the papers and colors. Your butterflies are beautiful with the glitters and roses!

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  31. elizabethJuly 7, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    Love these cards. I like the mulberry flower on the butterfly. I wouldn't think to do that. Beautiful.

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  32. GayleJuly 7, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Sweet butterflies and love the placement of the flower, Michelle.

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  33. Bette AbduJuly 7, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Both cards are great. I like the background papers.

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  34. mtscrapgalJuly 7, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Your cards really make the butterfly shine. Outstanding cards. Thanks

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  35. GoldaJuly 7, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Very pretty. I like how you used roses on the butterflies.

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  36. jazy1mJuly 7, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Love your cards Michelle. Thanks for sharing.

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  37. KathrynJuly 7, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    I like the way you used your background papers with the colored butterflies. Very nice job!

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  38. BarbJuly 7, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    really pretty cards

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  39. Lillian ChildJuly 7, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Delightful creativity!

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  40. UnknownJuly 7, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Great card, love all the many layers you did and so great with all your color choices.

    Great job,
    Thanks
    Donna

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  41. RavengirlJuly 7, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    These are both beautiful cards! I know I would love to receive one like this, so I am sure that your sister will too!

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  42. JanJuly 7, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    So soft. Love the designer paper also.

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  43. JanJuly 7, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    So soft. Love the designer paper also.

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  44. Else49July 7, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Gorgeous cards Michelle. Love them.

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  45. Karen (TLgirl353)July 7, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    Oh, those little flowers are the perfect touch to your gorgeous cards!

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  46. Mary C. FarringtonJuly 7, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    Never thought to use the little flowers on the butterflies = but it really looks cute. Nice job on BOTH cards.
    Happy Bday to your sister!!

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  47. Verna AngerhoferJuly 7, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    Absolutely stunning. Both are so lovely.

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  48. --MarcyJuly 7, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    How serene. Love the bumblebee stopping sentiment!

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  49. ~ ConnieJuly 7, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    I love frills and lace; and your cards pull it all together so wonderfully!

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  50. DianeJuly 7, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    So soft and so beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

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  51. JoniJuly 7, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    pretty in pastel. Nice work.

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  52. MarshaJuly 7, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Cute cards.

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  53. Bernadet RodakowskiJuly 7, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    So sweet and delicate.

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  54. TinaJuly 7, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    LOVE the flowers on the butterflies. They are both so pretty and the first one is sooo sooo soft looking!

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  55. JaneenJuly 7, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    those little rhinestone bling details make this card stand out.

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  56. Virginia WingoJuly 7, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    Lucky sister to receive two beautiful butterfly cards. I really like the rose you used on both butterflies and the papers are so soft and pretty.

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  57. Bette AbduJuly 7, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Letting the paper guide your selection of stamping ink is a great design tip.

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  58. Ina GJuly 7, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Can't say more than SIMPLY STUNNING. Such beautifully detailed butterflies.

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  59. Kris in AlaskaJuly 7, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Love that blossom paper! Lovely cards that your sister will always remember! TFS!

    Kris in Alaska
    forgetmenotdesignsak at yahoo dot com

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  60. SusanJuly 7, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    Michelle -- you've done a beautiful job on both of your cards. I like the little flower placed on the butterfly -- I wouldn't have thought of doing that.

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  61. Lee July 7, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Oh these are both just beautiful!! I love the layouts with the dp and the touch of glitz!

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  62. VanessaJuly 7, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    I am so glad I came to your blog! You have a totally different take on the butterfly image and I love it. Your cards are sweet and soothing. TFS!

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  63. UnknownJuly 7, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Great card, Michelle! Don't you just love Jillibean Soup? TFS

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  64. Lynn B.July 7, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Both are lovely. Thanks so much for telling us how you place your rhinestones. I feel so much better, now, about how much time I spend on my cards. Of course, mine are never as beautiful as yours, but maybe some day....

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  65. Judy AverillJuly 7, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Very pretty--am always drawn to cards with butterflies on them.

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  66. Scrap HappyJuly 7, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    love your note on the rhinestones...they look so perfectly placed after the "auditioning"

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  67. Sonya van SteeJuly 7, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    Love the "quieter" colours with the bold designs. Both cards look fantastic! The glitter and bling are perfectly places as well! Great cards! Thanks for sharing with us!

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  68. LageneJuly 7, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Beautiful cards! Love the rose on the butterflies!

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  69. PeanutJuly 7, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    just love the little roses and the circles behind the butterflies.

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  70. ArleneJuly 7, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    Very pretty.

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  71. cardscookiecarrotcakeJuly 7, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Very pretty cards. Great touch with the roses!

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  72. Melody (lacyquilter)July 7, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Beautiful cards.

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  73. BrendaJuly 7, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Very pretty cards Michelle!!! I am sure your sister will love them.

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  74. CelinaJuly 7, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    What a neat idea to put roses in the center of the butterflies!

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  75. AnonymousJuly 7, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Wow these are both so beautiful Michelle! Love those pretty butterflies!

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  76. Betty NevilleJuly 7, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Gorgeous cards Michelle! Your sister will love them!

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  77. KellyJuly 7, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    Very pretty cards Michelle!

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  78. KimJuly 7, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    I love your work. They are both beautiful! Thanks for the inspiration.

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  79. JoanJuly 8, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Both cards are stunning. Keep shuffling those rhinestones they are the perfect finishing touch!

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  80. alexJuly 8, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Love them both, so pretty

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  81. DebbieMJuly 8, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    Very beautiful cards! They're so elegant. :)

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  82. JenniJuly 8, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    Both your cards are stunning! Love the rhinestones!

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  83. Sheila in CyprusJuly 8, 2011 at 4:04 AM

    Beautiful card. Love your use of flowers on the butterfly. Love Sheila x

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  84. Kathy JonesJuly 8, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    Oooooh, these butterflies are gorgeous and you've done a stunning job creating with them!!!! Loooove that flowery paper on the second one!! {hugs}

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  85. Roselass55July 8, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    I just love the colour combinations and the little roses give an individual look to the cards. Thanks for sharing.

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  86. irishgalkellyJuly 8, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Beautiful Michelle! This butterfly is stunning!

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  87. UnknownJuly 8, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    Michelle, such beautiful cards! I really love the color choices in the first one, so lovely!

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  88. ParkerJuly 8, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    Your color combo really creates quite a nice vintage/country look, and your flowers are great choices.

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  89. The T-Shirt & Tole ShopJuly 8, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    what a contrast. soft and sweet/bold beautiful. thanks for sharing

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  90. UnknownJuly 8, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    These are some beautiful birthday cards! Very very nice and what I think I like the best is how you used the little roses with the stamps! Love it!

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  91. KathRJuly 8, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Two very Beautifully simple cards yet so elegant...hugs Kath...

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  92. firstgrandma6July 8, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    These are beautiful cards. I'm sure your sister will love them. The color combinations are so unique. i'll have to try them. Thanks!

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  93. dklessigJuly 8, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    Beautiful work.

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  94. FrancineBJuly 8, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Gorgeous cards. Very delicate and feminine.

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  95. Monica DepungJuly 8, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    nice card. thanks for sharing

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  96. Carpet CleaningJuly 8, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    Really good cart and interesting ideas I have found your blog, Im so agree with you!

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  97. LeisaJuly 8, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    both are gorgeous - love the details, especially the little roses. thanks for sharing :)

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  98. JessicaKJuly 8, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    fun, fun colors. I especially like the happy birthday with the explosion of flowers on the DP and a rose for the butterfly body. Adorable.

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  99. Bertha WJuly 8, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Love the idea of putting the rose bud on the butterfly - very nice indeed.

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  100. IdaJuly 9, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    These are both so lovely. The rose bud on the butterfly is a fabulous touch.

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  101. meemee48July 9, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Love the Gorgeous butterfly and all the beautiful papers you've used t coordinate with it.

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  102. MonicaJuly 9, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    Love the small floral embellishment on both cards, nice idea.

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  103. CarolinaJuly 10, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    Gorgeous cards Michelle!!!

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  104. Debbie OlsonJuly 11, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Wow--so pretty, Michelle!

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  105. Glenda JJuly 11, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous!!!!

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