Monday, November 7, 2011

SNSS Birthday Blop Hop

Hello and welcome to the Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps birthday blog hop. Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps is so excited to be celebrating 4 wonderful years.

I have had the amazing opportunity of being on the design team for the past 6 months. I truly enjoyed my experience with Korin and the rest of the Sweet 'n Sassy Team. Even though my design term has come to an end, I was thrilled to be asked to be a part of this birthday blog hop.

A fantastic group of Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps design team members past and present, along with some special friends, have put together this fabulous Birthday Blog Hop to kick off a whole month of fun. We have 36 stops so the hop will take place over three days - feel free to take your time visiting each blog!

You have until 11:59pm EST November 9th to leave comments on as many blogs as you can. On Saturday, November 12th Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps will announce FOUR winners (chosen at random from comments on random stops along the hop); each lucky winner will receive a prize pack including stamps, dies, paper & twine valued at $40!

I also have blog candy to give away to one lucky commenter. It's a brand new 36 page pack of the BoBunny "blitzen collection" christmas paper.
Just leave me a comment and tell me to enter you in my drawing. I will announce my winner on Friday, November 11. So check back here to see if you won this candy.

 If you have been following along already you should have come from the amazing Jerusha Borden's " I love papercrafting blog".


If you are only starting here, please head back to the SNSS blog and go from there. You won't want to miss any stops along the way! Also, don't forget to comment on as many stops as you can....the more comments the better your chance of winning one of the fabulous prize packs! :)
Here is my card for the blog hop:

I am using "Christmas Light" set designed by the amazing Dina Kowal. This set has a matching die. Can that make card making any easier?

I water colored my image and then popped it up on a spellbinder lacy circle die. My sentiment is also from this same set and it was stamped and then embossed.

I used gold metallic paper so the embossing helped my red ink to show up a little better.

My lacy border is the Cheery Lynn "lace light" border die. They cut with such great detail. I used a maraschino cardstock to cut the border and the spellbinder lacy circle.
My striped designer paper is something I have had in my stash for years.

Your next stop on the hop is the incredibly talented "Lori Craig" but just in case there are any hiccups, here is the whole list of celebrants on this party train:

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  1. jimlynnNovember 7, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Beautiful card and I love that image. Fabulous border punch you used on this too. So very pretty.
    LYnn

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  2. JennieNovember 7, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    Such a pretty card, lovely image and borders!

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  3. Mary Anne / MA54KNovember 7, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Gorgeous holiday card! TFS!

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  4. JingleNovember 7, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Your card is so pretty! Thanks for the chance to win, too!

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  5. BeateNovember 7, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Lovely Christmas card.
    Hugs and smiles

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  6. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Such a colorful card for the holiday season!
    S. Kennedy
    KraftyKenz@aol.com

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  7. RietteNovember 7, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    The candle reminds me of Christmas when I was little. I used to draw these candle images all the time! And it would be great to be in the draw for some paper!

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  8. Frances BrownNovember 7, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Beautiful. Love the image.

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  9. DeeNovember 7, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    I really like traditional colours for Christmas, so your card is awesome. Please enter me into your draw...thanks!

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  10. Lydia FiedlerNovember 7, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    This is so, so beautiful!!

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  11. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Your card is just lovely, thank you for sharing it. Please enter me in your drawing also. Thank you

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  12. Monika/BuzsyNovember 7, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Gorgeous card Mary. I love the candle image, the coloring... the 2 red border pieces look fabulous. Oh, yes... please enter my name into the drawing... thank you! :o)

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  13. WhimceesNovember 7, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Hello!

    Beautiful holiday card! I love the borders!

    Wishing you a happy day!

    Hugs,

    Barbara Diane

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  14. SashaNovember 7, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Such a gorgeous traditional Christmas card:)

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  15. CealNovember 7, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Beautiful card! that is one of my favorite sets

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  16. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    How generous are you. I love paper... Please enter me.
    That said - I love all the cutouts on this card.
    Wonderful!
    em

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  17. Caity SueNovember 7, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Please enter me into your drawing. Your card is very elegant.

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  18. BassladyNovember 7, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    this is such a wonderful christmas-card!

    love the image so much!

    hugs and kisses from germany,
    silvi xoxo

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  19. Miriam PrantnerNovember 7, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    What a beautiful card. Love the border you chose. I'd love to be entered in your giveaway!

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  20. Purrfect Paper CreationsNovember 7, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Your card is elegant and beautiful, just perfect!

    Chris L.

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  21. Sue DNovember 7, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Very pretty card--I like the lace border. Would love to be entered in your drawing.
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  22. merrymstamperNovember 7, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Beautiful Card Mary!!! Love christmas candles with greenery :-)

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  23. LorieNovember 7, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    What a beautiful card, Mary! The traditional colors are gorgeous, and your water coloring looks just beautiful!

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  24. stampingbowdNovember 7, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Gorgeous Card!!! Love the image! The border punch is really pretty!!! I would love to be in the drawing for paper! Thanks!

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  25. Vicki DutcherNovember 7, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Aww just gorgeous! Love the side border punches too!

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  26. mitzNovember 7, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    ...your card is amazing.. you did a wonderful job on it.. thanks for the opportunity at your candy..
    mitz_zee#yahoodotcom

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  27. SandyNovember 7, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    This is so very pretty and warm all rolled into one! Beautiful!

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  28. EmilyNovember 7, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Beautiful card. Thank you for sharing.

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  29. KrissyNovember 7, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    beautiful card! Please enter me in your drawing! Thanks!

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  30. suem66November 7, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    I love your card. I have that stamp and love it.

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  31. MaryMNovember 7, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    THe candle is one of my favorite Christmas images. Lovely card. Pls enter me into your blog candy contest too !~

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  32. peggy wainmanNovember 7, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Your candle is beautiful! And please enter me in your drawing for the paper

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  33. AnitaNovember 7, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Stunning card! I love the layout. I would love to win the paper.

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  34. Lynne in NINovember 7, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    Such a pretty Christmas image ... love your fancy border too!

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  35. Shannon WhiteNovember 7, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    What a Beautiful Christmas card! Love Dina's images! So Pretty and you sure have colored it up to perfection! Just Beautiful! Love your terrific layout and dp's too! Just Fabulous! Would love to be a part of your drawing for the Blitzen dp's! 8-)

    Hugs
    Shannon

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  36. forpahl5November 7, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Love the card! Thanks for sharing!

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  37. MargaretNovember 7, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    A blog hop, a fabulous card, and blog candy?! Does it get much better than this!! Love your image and that lace border is exquisite! So pretty! I would love a chance to win some fabulous paper!!!!

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  38. KristinNovember 7, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    So cute! Love that border die, it's fabulous. Great job! :) Cheers

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  39. Indy's DesignsNovember 7, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Beautiful card! Would love to be a part of your drawing. Just became a follower!

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  40. UnknownNovember 7, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Mary, your card is so pretty! I have to get that image and dies soon!!

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  41. Crafty Math ChickNovember 7, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    What a pretty color combo Mary! I like the muted look of the card with tan accompanying the traditional red & green. That border punch is SO pretty and your coloring is spectacular! Thanks for sharing your art with us, and for the chance to win too! :)

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  42. CathymacNovember 7, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    What a beautiful Christmas card, Mary! Love this candle image and the fabulous border die! Please enter me in the drawing for the paper...thanks for the opportunity to win!

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  43. Lynne DillardNovember 7, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Beautiful card! Your card inspires me in preparation for my holiday card making. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  44. PeggyNovember 7, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Beautiful card. I love that the image has the matching die.
    Blessings,
    Peggy Allen

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  45. UnknownNovember 7, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    This is beautiful! I love this candle image and how you designed! Wonderful border too.

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  46. JennyNovember 7, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Gorgeous card, the colors are PERFECT! Please enter me in your drawing as well.

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  47. UnknownNovember 8, 2011 at 12:19 AM

    Beautiful card!:)

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  48. KarenladdNovember 8, 2011 at 2:10 AM

    Love your beautiful card with the punched borders!! So rich looking!

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  49. KarenladdNovember 8, 2011 at 2:10 AM

    Please enter me in your blog candy drawing...i would LOVE to win some Blitzen!! I've been a follower of your blog for some months and always enjoy your designs.

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  50. Kris in AlaskaNovember 8, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    So lovely! Please enter me for your drawing too! TFS!

    Kris in Alaska
    funamom at yahoo dot com

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  51. CharNovember 8, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    Candles are one of my favorite things for any season....but I especially love the red and green theme for Christmas. Very pretty card!!

    Please enter me in your drawing as well.

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  52. PeggyNovember 8, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Very pretty card Mary! Reminds me so much of the sets of candles my Mom set out around the house at the holidays!

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  53. Robin ParkerNovember 8, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Mary, this is awesome!! Love the punched border and the image is great.

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  54. UnknownNovember 8, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Very classic!!

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  55. MarieNovember 8, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Such a beautiful card. Thank you for sharing. I am new to all of this and to be honest it is pretty intimidating. Everyone is so talented. I am at a loss to figure out how you all come up with such wonderful ideas for cards and layouts. I hope you will include me in your special drawing .

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  56. Harriet SkellyNovember 8, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Mary this is such a beautiful Christmas card! I love that candle image!

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  57. Kaye W.November 8, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Beautiful Christmas card! It reminds me that I need to get started on mine! Please enter me in your drawing!

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  58. synthisNovember 8, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    What a great Christmas card.

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  59. Cathy -MercieschildNovember 8, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    I love that card, it is so beautiful and perfect for Christmas. I love that image and just got it. Thank you for sharing with us. hugs Cathy K

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  60. Janice MNovember 8, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    What a beautiful Christmas card! Love this image.

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  61. Chris - Creations in BloomNovember 8, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    Very traditional card. I like it. : )
    I'd love to win your blog candy. Please count me in the drawing. Thanks so much.

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  62. NewbieNovember 8, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Love your card, Mary! The colors are beautiful together and the border is stunning! Very pretty layout also!!

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  63. Ann SchachNovember 8, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Gorgeous, Mary! I love that image, and the border punch you used! Fabulous!

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  64. Melissa ENovember 8, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    Great card for the holidays. The colors are fabulous! I'm especially loving that lace. I may have to break down and buy myself a lace die one of these days.

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  65. Cindy LouNovember 8, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Wow! This card is so nice, I love your coloring of the candle and especially the flickering flame. You have lovely side borders, the whole card over all is just perfect for the holidays! Thanks for shaing, and please, throw me in for the Blitzen drawing as well, that's one I don't have.

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  66. LeroyLimeNovember 8, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Happy 6 Months to YOU!! Love the deep tones on your card and that gold paper is just smashing with the red embossed sentiment on top. Thanks for reminding me to pull out my gold! :)

    Also, thanks for a chance at the drawing...I'm following your blog!

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  67. AnonymousNovember 8, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Great card; love the colors and all the details. Thanks for sharing. Would love to win the BoBunny paper. Thanks for the opportunity.
    Jo4Him

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  68. TaylorNovember 8, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    perfect colors, and a great sketch!! WOW!

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  69. AnonymousNovember 8, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    I'd love to have a chance to win! Great coloring on your stamp. I've just started to practice with watercolors. Love those border dies too.

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  70. Chrissy DNovember 9, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    Ohh gorgeous Christmas card!!

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  71. AnonymousNovember 9, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    The the traditional Christmas look of the card. Very nicely done.

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  72. AnonymousNovember 9, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Please enter me in your Bo Bunny "Blitzen Collection." Pick me - Pick me! I promise to put the papers to good use. I love Bo Bunny papers.

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