Monday, March 4, 2013

Gina K February release inspiration blog hop: Day 1

Hi everyone! Welcome to Day 1 of the Gina K Designs DT Inspiration Blog Hop were we hope to inspire you with many beautiful ideas for the sets released in February! As you hop through the blogs, make sure to leave a comment on each because we will choose a few random commenters and they will win a grab bag that could have anything from stamps to paper to embellishments!! To see the full list of winners check the Big News forum at Stamp TV a couple of days after the hops!!

Today we are spotlighting 2 sets:
A Year of Flowers 2, illustrated by Melanie
All Occasion Tags 2, illustrated by Tami
First up is a card I made for A Year of Flowers 2.  This is my favorite flowers stamp set Melanie has illustrated so far.  I think it's because the flowers have a whimsical feel to them.  I like realistic flowers, but I am drawn to those with a playful flair.
 For this card I went with monochromatic colors and used Lots of Dots in the background embossed in white.  I stamped the flowers in yellow and cut them out and added yellow pearls to the center.
 Next up is a card I made for All Occasion Tags 2.  I LOVE this set as the frame images coordinate with Spellbinders' Grommet Tags dies.  I used some of Gina's new Color Companions line on this one.  I used Tickled Pink buttons, Dark Sage ink and Powder Blue ribbon.
 Ready for the hop?  Check out all the amazing designs and inspiration: 
Melanie Muenchinger – Illustrator A Year of Flowers 2 
Tami Mayberry - Illustrator All Occasion Tags 2 
 Thanks for stopping by, here are a couple close up pictures.  Enjoy the hop!
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97 comments:

  1. Theresa MomberMarch 4, 2013 at 6:16 AM

    So pretty, Michelle! Love the little seed beads in the centers of the flowers. Gorgeous samples.

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  2. BethMarch 4, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    FUN-tastic samples! Love the white on white embossed dots! (impartial) :)

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  3. Cat TidwellMarch 4, 2013 at 6:43 AM

    Love LOVE how you did that first one, white on white stamped in yellow! Gorgeous!

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  4. OlgaMarch 4, 2013 at 6:56 AM

    Thank you card is so sweet! Love its brightness!

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  5. MelanieMarch 4, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    I love love the white on white design with the happy touches of yellow!!!

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  6. Sue DMarch 4, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    Beautiful cards. I like the pearls on the first and the quilt design on the second.

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  7. joyMarch 4, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    Love, love, love your sweet style. The white one is absolutely gorgeous!

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  8. SabrinaMarch 4, 2013 at 7:17 AM

    Very sweet and beautiful cards

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  9. lisa808March 4, 2013 at 7:24 AM

    Love how you created the flowers for the first card.

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  10. dklessigMarch 4, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    Beautiful cards!

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  11. Emily ThubbronMarch 4, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Such beautiful cards. I love the die cut look of the first one. Thanks for sharing.

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  12. Connie LudgateMarch 4, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Love your cards. Nice techniques.

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  13. SharonMarch 4, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    Beautiful cards! Both these sets will be so versatile and much used!

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  14. BeverlyBLMarch 4, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    Love the embossed dots card. Both cards are really cute.

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  15. AnonymousMarch 4, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    You have given me spring fever so bad looking at these! The yellow is so bright! I love them both!!! Hugs! Sean

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  16. shopgirlstudioBMarch 4, 2013 at 7:59 AM

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  17. SheliaMarch 4, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    I love the soft pink and simplicity of the first card. Awesome dp on the second one. Love these new stamp sets!

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  18. BettyMarch 4, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    The white one is so pretty. Love white on white!

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  19. shopgirlstudioBMarch 4, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    love the pearl cards

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  20. MomofsixkidsMarch 4, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Gina K. has great products, but is all in what you do with those products. You have beautiful cards and a great talent.

    Scrappin' Hugz,
    Dee

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  21. AnoukMarch 4, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    beautiful blog

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  22. dsharpMarch 4, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    Both cards are very pretty. Nicely done!

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  23. NancyPMarch 4, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    Two stunning cards! LOVE what you did with the flowers in your first card! Thanks for sharing!

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  24. cathyMarch 4, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    I really like the card with all the hexagons.

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  25. GabiMarch 4, 2013 at 8:37 AM

    Beautiful cards! I just love the white card! Amazing!

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  26. MamaMarch 4, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Simple but elegant!

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  27. Ava GavloskiMarch 4, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    lovely designed cards michelle

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  28. Debbie CorbariMarch 4, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    I am in LOVE with your cards Michelle! Shazam! In.LOVE!

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  29. Kathy BergerMarch 4, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    I love your cards today. They are simply fabulous! I think the sentiments and frames set is one of the most versatile sets I've seen, and I just LOVE the way you used it in your second card. But I think I love the quiet simplicity of your first card even more. The white on white with just a touch of yellow is just perfect for the early part of spring, with white blossoms on apple trees, yellow daffodils, and white crocuses.

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  30. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    Pretty, pretty flower card! And I love the DP and all of those buttons on your 2nd one, nicely done!

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  31. Kathryn AMarch 4, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    I LOVE your flower card! I may case this!!

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  32. Verna AngerhoferMarch 4, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    What perfectly divine cards you designed. I really love the yellow and white daisies you did. It gives a whole new look to those images done that way.

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  33. BarbaraMarch 4, 2013 at 9:51 AM

    I really like the flower card. There have been so many cards that I want to CASE on this hop.

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  34. mermaid feniciaMarch 4, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    Those are lovely cards ^_^

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  35. scrappinmommomMarch 4, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    Your cards are so beautiful. Your first card is just
    breathtaking!!!!

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  36. Sharyn PoleselMarch 4, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    Both cards are beautiful, but the second card with all the color really caught my eye. Great job!

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  37. BarbaraMarch 4, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Love both cards but my favorite is that beauty done with A Year in Flowers. Beautifully done in a clean and simple design.

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  38. --MarcyMarch 4, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    So taken with the sketched flowers - what a great addition! Bob cards are wonderful!

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  39. Jackie BMarch 4, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    Love the white card with the yellow so elegant. I'm in love with hexagons now too.

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  40. Dara H.March 4, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    your cards are nicely coordinated with how the elements tie into the base card. very nice!

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  41. DonnaMarch 4, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    Lovely cards, thanks for the inspritation.

    Donna C.

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  42. meemee48March 4, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    Love the patchwork card it is adorable!

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  43. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    the creaam on white is so elegant! and I love the quilty background.
    thanks
    Holly

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  44. MyAuntKathMarch 4, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    These cards are so pretty! Love them.

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  45. Virginia L.March 4, 2013 at 11:45 AM

    Gorgeous!! I love how soft and pretty these flowers look! The added pearls are such lovely touches!

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  46. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Oh my gosh! I love both of your cards!

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  47. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 11:59 AM

    both cards are exquisite. Love your deft hand with the embellishments

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  48. Nana GriffinMarch 4, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    Love the white on white ard with the touch of yellow on the flowers. very elegant.

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  49. Rosy NewlunMarch 4, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    I do love the yellow pearls and the yellow/white combo!!! And am loving all those pinky good buttons on your second card!

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  50. Melody (lacyquilter)March 4, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    Gorgeous cards.

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  51. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 1:23 PM

    Beautiful cards Michelle. Love the white and yellow one. Just gorgeous, thanks for all the inspiration!!!

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  52. TammyMarch 4, 2013 at 1:34 PM

    All I can say is "stunning." I must have this flower set!

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  53. MclayMarch 4, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    So SWEET, Michelle! Love your style! Love both of these stamp sets!

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  54. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 2:04 PM

    The white on white is great!

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  55. CindyRomanDaversaMarch 4, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    I really adore the cards...the second one just warms my heart!

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  56. Susan WhiteMarch 4, 2013 at 2:34 PM

    Very pretty cards, so elegant!!

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  57. Pattie J.March 4, 2013 at 2:55 PM

    very pretty. love quilt effect on the second card. and love the cut out on the first. love the cards.

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  58. LynneMarch 4, 2013 at 2:57 PM

    All the different dp is just great...a lot of time went into this one. Love the hexagons

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  59. TkatMarch 4, 2013 at 2:59 PM

    love love!!!!!

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  60. Pam Zirbel March 4, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    Great cards!!! But, fave is..the honeycomb one!!! Well done...thank you!

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  61. TerryMarch 4, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    AAKKK! BEAUTY! The most with the least! CAS and sing spring! What a year of flowers 2 stamping showcase! Taking Tags 2 tip top totally spectacular, Michelle. Keep Looking UP! mt23stamper atyahoo

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  62. Brenda LeeMarch 4, 2013 at 3:17 PM

    Fantastic cards, Michelle. Great detail to your cards.

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  63. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Beautiful cards....love the daisies! Thanks for sharing your ideas and talent!

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  64. ParkerMarch 4, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    You talent screams through in these two cards. Can hardly wait to try embossing a background similar to your monochromatic card.

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  65. joyMarch 4, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    Love the first card the best, but the second one is very bright and cheerful! The flower set is just gorgeous!!!

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  66. Lee March 4, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Jaw just hit the floor with that super elegant white embossed card with the dainty flowers!!! Both cards are fabulous!!

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  67. Dawn GMarch 4, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    Wow, gorgeous. I'm loving the white on white embossing.
    Dawn
    DeeGeeScraps at gmail dot com

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  68. OneofakindMarch 4, 2013 at 5:24 PM

    Love the beading additions to the flowers.

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  69. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 5:31 PM

    Love the tag with quilt and buttons. Too cute.

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  70. RavengirlMarch 4, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    Very, very cute cards Michelle. I love the delicate yellow flowers and the label with the quilt looking patterned paper.

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  71. Marilyn from MIMarch 4, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    I am in love with your first card.

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  72. Judy InukaiMarch 4, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    Your white card is awesome. Thanks for he great inspiration.

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  73. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    Your cards are very pretty. Love your Lots of Dots background. I am going to have to try that. Thanks

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  74. KayMarch 4, 2013 at 5:56 PM

    Love the white embossed background and the pearls in the center of the flower!

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  75. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 6:16 PM

    I really like both of these cards! Thanks for sharing.

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  76. GayleMarch 4, 2013 at 6:19 PM

    Gorgeous cards, the flowers are gorgeous and love that wonderful designer paper with the simple greeting and button embellishments.

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  77. SandyMarch 4, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    Fabulous cards!

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  78. UnknownMarch 4, 2013 at 6:43 PM

    Your white card is verrry pretty and simple.
    Jean McGee

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  79. itsablingflingMarch 4, 2013 at 6:49 PM

    Michelle, I love both your cards. One so simple, quiet, and elegant; the other, so colorful, fun and whimsical!

    PS I love your web page header design and Title. Of course, I'm always partial to purple!

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  80. zehraMarch 4, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    Beautiful cards

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  81. CaroleMarch 4, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    Love both cards!

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  82. Pat JandacekMarch 4, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    Gorgeous cards! The first one is lovely and the second one conveys a wonderfully warm feeling - it must be because it looks like a comfy quilt - most appropriate for a thank you!

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  83. Betty NevilleMarch 4, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    So beautiful, Michelle! Love them both!

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  84. LuannaMarch 4, 2013 at 9:02 PM

    I really like both cards, but my favorite is the one with the flowers. I too like the whimsical feel of the flowers in that stamp set.

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  85. KittyMarch 4, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    Your cards are beautiful. I especially liked the way you did the new tags.

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  86. UnknownMarch 5, 2013 at 4:55 AM

    These stamps are so versatile. Really like the white and yellow combo on your flower card. Makes me think of sunshine and Spring.

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  87. GoldaMarch 5, 2013 at 5:55 AM

    Oh, how pretty!

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  88. LageneMarch 5, 2013 at 7:28 AM

    Both are so pretty! The yellow on white is elegant!

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  89. UnknownMarch 5, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    i love that hexagon pattern. Goes so well with your stunning cards. Thanks for sharing!

    marianneDOTwanhamATgmailDOTcom

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  90. Louise H.March 5, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    I really like your card with the yellow flowers. The pearls give it extra pizazz.

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  91. Nana DianeMarch 5, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Thanks for sharing your beautiful cards! I feel inspired to go make something!

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  92. RobinMarch 5, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    Very pretty cards!!

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  93. Patti RogersMarch 5, 2013 at 6:17 PM

    Really beautiful cards. Thank you for sharing. I hope to incorporate some of your techniques into my own cards.

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  94. Angela B.March 5, 2013 at 6:43 PM

    Oh so beautiful!

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  95. AnonymousMarch 6, 2013 at 1:59 AM

    Gorgeous cards love both of those! hugs me x

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