Friday, September 30, 2011

Paper Crafts Magazine Presents: 12 Days of Christmas Blog Hop

Hello and welcome to the Paper Crafts 12 Days of Christmas Blog Hop! Today, 12 of the most-published designers of today's special issue, Holiday Cards & More Vol. 6, are bring you some quick 'n easy holiday cards. First off, check out this seasons issue.... Goodness, this cover is gorgeous! I don't know about you, but I find creating for the holiday season, in the middle of the year, quite a challenge. This time around, when creating my magazine submission, I tried to challenge myself a little more and created an assortment of non-card projects. Turns out to have been a good call, because 5 of my non-card projects (along with a few cards too) were picked up for this issue. I still have yet to receive my own Holiday Cards & More Vol. 6 issues, but I am anxiously awaiting a peek!

Now, how about a single layer quick 'n easy card, perfect for mass producing in no time... I started with a Rustic White card base. Stamped the sentiment, from Stylish Sentiments: Holiday, in True Black ink. Layered a few small and large poinsettias, from Bells & Boughs, in Spring Moss ink. Then stamped flourishes, from Holiday Photo Finishers, into the corners using Ripe Avocado ink.Finished the card off with a few black rhinestones. And that's it!

The purpose of the this hop is to get 12 brand new ideas for quick & easy holiday cards. So be sure you visit all of the talented designers who have joined in on the Blog Hop fun...

I'm not done yet! Who's up for a prize?! Make sure you stop by the Paper Craft Connection blog, you can leave them a comment and be entered into their fabulous giveaway. Be sure to post your comment by 2 AM EST on Sunday, October 2nd.

Also, don't forget to leave me a comment as well. Of course, I'd love to hear from you! But I'll also be selecting a winner to receive an issue of Holiday Cards & More Vol. 6 for free! Be sure to post your comment by 2 AM EST on Sunday, October 2nd. I look forward to hearing from you!

That's it from me today! Thanks for stopping by and I hope you have a wonderful one!

Maile

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223 comments:

  1. Isha GuptaSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:27 AM

    I love the CAS design and colors of your card. TFS.

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  2. Wendy ten HoveSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:49 AM

    Oeh, so lovely, Maile! Love the green and black together and your gorgeous bow is really pretty as a 'background' shape under the big sentiment! Great idea! I hope to also make some one layer cards this year, since it's just a bit less work once you have a nice design, but I always make several designs, so that family/friends who know each other don't see the same card twice, hi hi. But I now only have one holiday card... I also think it's difficult to make them when the sun is till shining so lovely... Guess I'll be stressing a bit again in the end of the year... oeps! ;-D

    Hugs, Wendy

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  3. SandieSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    Gotta love clean and simple. Looks fantastic. Luv Sandie

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  4. rushSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    simply elegant!

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  5. JuliaPSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    Love the simplicity of your card. Can't wait to see the magazine, the cover looks so interesting. Thanks for the great giveaway!

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  6. Karen DunbrookSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    just stunning....love your work.

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  7. richardbreaksSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    Such pretty shapes and colors! Nice!

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  8. richardbreaksSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    PS-Your work is GORGEOUS. You have a new follower!!!

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  9. Chrissy LarsonSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    I always enjoy your card designs but especially today! I've been working on my Christmas cards for the last week and I'm in a slump. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  10. BrendaSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    Love this CAS design for Christmas and the green and black combination!

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  11. HussenaSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    your card looks stunning ,what a beautiful stamping and such lovely colors i just love it!!

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  12. Renee VSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:01 AM

    Beautiful CAS Xmas card! TFS

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  13. HesterSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    love the look of this card, beautiful colours used!

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  14. CyndieSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:12 AM

    Oh, I love this design! So fresh and yet simple and easy to mass produce!

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  15. DoneldaSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    your clean and simple style always inspires me!!!! amazing!! Love how your flower center and the dot for the sentiment 'happen' to line up -- brilliance!!

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  16. Jen W.September 30, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    Always love your CAS designs, Maile. They're simple but always amazing!

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  17. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    A very simple beautiful card! Thank you for sharing it!
    --Emily Todd

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  18. LousetteSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:26 AM

    Fabulous card as always - just love the clean and simple design. Can't wait to take a peek at the new holiday mag, I love these Papercrafts special issues.

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  19. Donna CSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    Maile, you always come through with one layer cards that are elegant and inviting. A beautiful holiday card!

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  20. Crazy8farmSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:38 AM

    Ohhh, Very pretty!! I love your card's clean lines!!

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  21. see mary stampSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    As always, your CAS style just amazes me. Beautiful card.

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  22. Marlene V.September 30, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    Beautiful card, Maile! Clean and simple, but definately NOT lacking in style. Thanks for the inspiration you blog brings, and congrats on your projects that got in the holiday Papercrafts!

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  23. jintyoo7September 30, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    So pretty and sophisticated, Maile!

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  24. Houses Built of CardsSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    LOVELY!!! I adore how you combined the two shades of green like that! Thanks for sharing!!!

    housesbuiltofcards@gmail.com
    www.housesbuiltofcards.blogspot.com

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  25. DetraSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    Beautiful card, as usual. Love the simplicity of it.

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  26. Annette AllenSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    love how simple but sweet this card is... Thanks for sharing..

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  27. ScrapycandySeptember 30, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    Love seeing how you combined stamps. Just perfect. Thank you.

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  28. AgataSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    That's a perfect one! Love this clean design!

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  29. LindzieSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    You picked my 2 favorite colors at the moment...green and black! So festive!

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  30. Tracy ErcoleSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    Beautiful Card

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  31. ThereseSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Your cards are always so beautiful - classic and simple. Thank you always for the inspiration. And.. it's a beautiful card!

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  32. Jennifer ScullSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    what a beautifully simple card for the holidays! gorgeous!

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  33. MarieSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    This is so pretty! TFS =)

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  34. PamSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    I just love it! You've inspired a scrapbook layout for me!

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  35. Miriam PrantnerSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    Such an elegant card. TFS!

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  36. JuPooh65September 30, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    What a lovely, elegant card! Simplicity is always so beautiful! Thank you for sharing.

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  37. PerrieSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    Your clean and simple cards are right up my alley!!!!! LOVE your style!!!! Thanks for the inspiration....look at your blog every day!!!!

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  38. DonnaSueSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    Simple and elegant!

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  39. JessicaSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    this is so beautiful! love the non-traditional colors and pretty stamps! :)

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  40. Linda SSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Very pretty card! Thanks!

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  41. Cathy FongjoyoSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    very elegant! i love ur CAS style!

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  42. Kimberly RendinoSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Lovely! You always create such beautiful cards!

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  43. UnknownSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    That "Seasons Greetings" stamp is so fun! I love the flowers too! Great touch adding the black rinestones!

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  44. jengdSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    Great card- love the non-traditional color of it!

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  45. BettySeptember 30, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Simply gorgeous! You've inspired me to attempt layering!

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  46. joSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Gorgeous card. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  47. CornelieSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    What a GREAT card!!!!

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  48. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    So pretty and elegant and yet a clean and simple card! Beautiful!

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  49. Laura IshamSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Maile, you always make things look so easy! Love this card!

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  50. KathyKSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    I love the simplicity and elegance of this card. Beautiful!

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  51. Janet a.k.a. swanlady21September 30, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    So chic. Love the white space and layering the black sentiment over the design. Love it.

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  52. Emily KeatonSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    What a simple yet gorgeous creation! I love this style. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  53. Linda CallahanSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    Beautifully done! Your stamping is always spot on - never overdone - and always has that WOW factor!

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  54. Lynn (toomanycrayons)September 30, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    So elegant and love that green shade you used for a modern feel.

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  55. GeriSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Quick & Easy...a way to my heart! Great card! Thanks for inspiring me today!

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  56. MelSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Love your card...so easy to mass produce but so elegant!

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  57. MargieSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    So pretty and elegant!!

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  58. QueenieSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    GORGEOUS monochromatic colors!! This is a BEAUTIFUL great graphic design! LOVE IT! TFS

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  59. RachelSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    gorgeous!!! I love all the stamping layers, but that dimensionally it's just one layer... perfect for sending through the mail but not missing any UMPH for sure!! I'm a new follower, glad I stopped on by!

    -rachel w k
    rwkrafts.blogspot.com

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  60. TriciaSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    Great design - love the flourishes!

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  61. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    love yur CAS card and the tips you gave on how to make it...thanks for sharing and the chance to win...

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  62. Gregsgirl's crafty cornerSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    classy and simple, beautiful card!

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  63. LeeSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Very sweet card! I like the elegant but simple design. thanks!

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  64. NikkiSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    What a simple yet elegant card and looking thru all your other xmas cards they are so bright and cheery :)

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  65. ZgirlSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Gorgeous and simple. Great holiday card that you can change up with different colors! Can't wait to get my hands on the magazine!!!

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  66. DianaSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Beautiful card, easy, yet elegant.

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  67. marymacSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    This card is simple but beautiful thak you for a great idea

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  68. Paper Sewn VisionsSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Very nice card. Thank you for sharing.

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  69. Vera Yates (Ling)September 30, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Love your CAS style as always, Maile!

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  70. Jessica KSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Beautiful card!

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  71. UnknownSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Your stamped card has so much dimension! I am inspired to simplify my Christmas cards this year. :)

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  72. dianaSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Lovely card! Thanks for the tips to make easy holiday cardmaking. ;-)

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  73. marymacSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Simple but beautiful Thanks for the idea

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  74. Nancy L.September 30, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    love your CAS, maile!!

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  75. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    CAS and elegant card. Thanks for sharing.

    Dorothy C.

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  76. pcmSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    maile, this card is so elegant!

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  77. Michelle LooiSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Very classy card!

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  78. ElenaSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    very elegant card - thanks for sharing!

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  79. Susan C.September 30, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Love your simple, but classic card!

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  80. CaseySeptember 30, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Love the flourishes and the few rhinestones. So Elegant!!

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  81. SylviaSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    How sweet, Maile! Such a clean look for the season.

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  82. Rachel PSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Like so many of your other cards, I love how beautiful, yet simple this one is! I'm always trying to create simple, yet elegant cards, and I have to say, it's harder than it looks! You do it so well, I'm always in awe. Thanks for the ideas and inspiration!

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  83. Marlena M.September 30, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Beautiful card, Maile! ;)

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  84. TanyaSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Oh this is beautiful! Quick and simple yet very elegant, love it!

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  85. Denise TurnerSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Fun blog hop and great inspiration for cardmaking!

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  86. UnknownSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    simply perfect! and I LOVE that sentiment stamp!!

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  87. ShanonSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Simple and elegant! Fabulous card!

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  88. Heather JaneSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    I love the simplicity and also the clever placement of the black brad that dots the "i", but also is the center of the background flower! 2 effects, 1 brad. :)

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  89. Tammy VSeptember 30, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    I love the simplicity of your card!

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  90. ShellySeptember 30, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    A VERY nice card! I love how you took a different approach from the typical holiday theme cards. Outstanding!! :)

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  91. SmritiSeptember 30, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    What a pretty card! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  92. Sue DSeptember 30, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    Lovely CAS Christmas card.
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  93. CarmenSeptember 30, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Love this card. A very classy look.

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  94. Pamela HaskinSeptember 30, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    I love the simplicity and color choice. So pretty!

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  95. RedGemSeptember 30, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    beautiful card... love this magazine as well!

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  96. LinSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    So simple yet so elegant - how do you do it?! Thanks for sharing your wonderful talents with us, Maile!

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  97. Pegg SSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    So beautiful even though it's one layer. I definitely am inspired!

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  98. Linda KunsmanSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    Oh wow-LOVE IT!!! It may be quick and easy but this card speaks elegance in volumes!!! Perfect composition and colors!

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  99. mommakatx6September 30, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    the colors are lovely, such an elegant card

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  100. Lillian ChildSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    I really love your "white space" card creation! So very lovely!

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  101. NoreenSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    The color combination is striking with the simplicity of your card!

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  102. BarbaraSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Wow! This is simply beautiful!!!

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  103. TigriswillreignSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    So hoping to win this mag! The projects on the front are fabulous!
    Love your one-layer card!

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  104. PatSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    You have a gift for making the one layer card look easy! What a beautiful card!

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  105. Veronica. N.September 30, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    I love the colors, very elegant and not too Christmasy. I get tired of green and red all the time.

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  106. NehaSeptember 30, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    I love the CAS design and colors of your card.

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  107. Laura EvangelineSeptember 30, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    I love holiday hops! They put me in the crafting mood!!! :-)

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  108. Lori BSeptember 30, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Simply beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

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  109. Kris in AlaskaSeptember 30, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    I just love your cards! This one is elegant and simple! Would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to get this book too! TFS!

    Kris in Alaska
    funamom at yahoo dot com

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  110. Jennifer RzasaSeptember 30, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I love this! Beautiful and CAS!

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  111. AngieSeptember 30, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Hi Maile,
    Congrats on your publications in the magazine! I always look through mine when I get it to see if any of your projects are in there! This is an awesome giveaway. Thanks for the chance!!Hugs,
    Angie in Utah
    abcammack@comcast.net

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  112. GabbySeptember 30, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Congats on having several projects published! Can't wait to see them and this special edition. :) Nice, elegant card! Love the corner flourishes. :)

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  113. Marie M.September 30, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Neat card!

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  114. NatQuebecSeptember 30, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    lovely card ;-)

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  115. ChunyuanSeptember 30, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Love this CAS card. Thanks!

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  116. jimlynnSeptember 30, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    So very pretty. Love the flourishes on this.
    Lynn

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  117. MlightnerSeptember 30, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    Love the non-traditional color scheme! Gorgeous!

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  118. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    A good card to send to people who don't celebrate the holiday season with mangers and Santa's. You can still wish them the best of the season without infringing on their beliefs. Lovely card.

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  119. MokinitaSeptember 30, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Hi,

    your card is so elegant and beautiful, I find it amazing.
    And the colours you used, just gorgeous.
    TFS
    Take care,
    Monica

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  120. UnknownSeptember 30, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Very beautiful!

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  121. LindseySeptember 30, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    So pretty! Love the not-quite-traditional colours.

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  122. Peggy BSeptember 30, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Beautiful placement of all the elements in your card. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  123. AprilSeptember 30, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Pretty colors on your card!

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  124. mcgeechsSeptember 30, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    Very pretty card, love the gold. Thanks for sharing. jeannett_mcgee@comcast.net

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  125. DebbieSeptember 30, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Your card is beautiful, Maile. Thanks for sharing!

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  126. Carol's Ink SpotSeptember 30, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Love the simplicity of this card.

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  127. newbieSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    love simple card, thanks for the chance to win.

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  128. Judy1223September 30, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Maile, this is SUCH a favorite of mine! I love clean and simple one-layer cards...so classy!

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  129. Priya MohanSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    A simple and perfect card for the season..and it is easy to mass produce too!..thanks for the inspiration!

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  130. MeghanSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    I really "heart" your clean and simple style! Great card!

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  131. Savannah O'GwynnSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    OH MY! This is gorgeous--love your colors and green hues! LOVE the simplicity! BEAUTIFUL! Thanks for the chance to win--sbmmhoover at yahoo dot com

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  132. TrinhSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Gorgeous colors, design...love everything!

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  133. *Alison*September 30, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    wow.. so pretty.. I love that this is not the traditional holiday card you would see :) thanks so much for the chance to win..hugs

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  134. CrisSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Beautiful card! thanks for the chance to win!

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  135. Stacy H-WSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Maile, this card is lovely. Thanks for sharing it.

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  136. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Your cards are lovely and seem simple enough to make. Thanks for sharing!

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  137. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    I love the design of this beautiful card! It is my favorite with it's simple elegance. You always provide so much inspiration!

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  138. cutiephinphinSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Just LOVE your card! They are always so lovely and simple to make.

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  139. Samantha MannSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    wow. i just love the colors! and i'm fascinated with this card because it's a one layer card too! i get in the mindset sometimes that one layer cards have to be boring, but as i can see, that is just not the case! i'm truly inspired by this card! thanks!!

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  140. Nita K.September 30, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    What a great card! It would be so simple to make lots of.

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  141. HawaiianLibrarianSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Maile, this is a card I could emulate. The colors, the simple lines, the sentiment. Mahalo for sharing!

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  142. UnknownSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    As always Maile, I am in awe of your designs, and this is now exception! Simply gorgeous!

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  143. joySeptember 30, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    I really love the simplicity of this card! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  144. Shauna KSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    so lovely! the two tone green is fantastic and love the added bling :)

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  145. Becky GreenSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    VERY PRETTY!!!!!!!! LOVE those swirls !!!!!! :)

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  146. UnknownSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    what an elegant card

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  147. MichelleSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    This is a cute card.

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  148. Add Ink and StampSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Darling clean and simple card! The rhinestones are the perfect touch.

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  149. SusanSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    You have done a fabulous job on this CAS card -- so elegant!

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  150. Natasha KaraSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Wow! Maile.. Your style is always so refreshing and inspiring! I just adore visiting your blog :)

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  151. sharon gSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    Simple, elegant. LOvely.

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  152. CarolSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Love your card project! The colors and design are great!

    Carol B
    ciaoitalia2007(at)gmail(dot)com

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  153. Dawn TSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    I'm loving these CAS cards Mailes. This one is stunningly beautiful

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  154. CharkSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Lovely!

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  155. LynneSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    Totally love this card - so many great Christmas ideas - thanks for sharing!

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  156. Debbie C.September 30, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Such a gorgeous Christmas card.

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  157. Sharon DSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Love your card--simple but stunning, like all your projects.

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  158. Lily55September 30, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    very classy card. love it.

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  159. Holly BarrettSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    So simple and elegant.

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  160. JessieSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    love this simple card. love the bling and the colors! :)

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  161. POSHSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Such a beautiful card...LUV LUV LUV the color combo and the black bling....so classy and clean!
    Thanks for sharing the Christmas cheer!!!

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  162. TinaSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Simply elegant.

    Tina

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  163. CarolSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Simple but big on elegance. I love this card. Thanks for the chance to win that wonderful magazine. :)

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  164. slbt17September 30, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    the bling makes it!
    Sandra ltb

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  165. blupixySeptember 30, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    What a great card! The rhinestones are the perfect touch!

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  166. Denise BryantSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Great card! Simple but elegant!
    DeniseB

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  167. KrystaSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    I think you've given me the motivation to try single-layer!

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  168. Amanda MSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    So elegant! I love it.

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  169. b.c. GurlSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    stunning! love it!

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  170. Mary W.September 30, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Love the colors you chose, and the pretty poinsettias. So pretty.

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  171. Karen N.September 30, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    That's the kind of card that gets propped up on the mantle. Lovely.

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  172. Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin)September 30, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Beautiful card, love the simplicity of it.

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  173. SandySeptember 30, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Very pretty card - unusual colors, too.

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  174. Teresa Godines #6857September 30, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Simple and Beautiful!!!!

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  175. LorraineSeptember 30, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    Love your card - so pretty!

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  176. margaeliSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    this is beautiful; love the color choices. I can do this!!! thanks for the lovely inspiration

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  177. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    Thank you for the opportunity to win a hard copy of some of your inspiring work !

    (gosh, that sounded so suck-uppy !!)

    But, seriously, thanks for all your inspiration which I CASE on regular intervals !!

    Margaret C

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  178. Paulette SSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    So pretty for quick and easy.

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  179. PennyOctober 1, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    Beautiful card! It proves that you don't have to have so many layers to create something elegant!

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  180. Larissa HeskettOctober 1, 2011 at 12:49 AM

    WOW!! What a BEAUTIFUL creation!! THANKS for sharing and have a FABULOUS WEEKEND!! =)

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  181. TaniaOctober 1, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    That is just STUNNING. So elegant. Great design and colour choices.

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  182. sheilaOctober 1, 2011 at 5:17 AM

    i kid you not.............i stalk your website....its the very best in ideas! amazing...

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  183. SandiOctober 1, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    elegant, easy and beautiful

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  184. LaurieOctober 1, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    This is such a fun card. Love the simple but really elegant design along with the great non traditional color choice.

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  185. Natalie WintersteinOctober 1, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    I love the modern look of this card! So pretty. Thanks for a chance to win! :)

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  186. Marcia Dehn-NixOctober 1, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    Your card is so beautiful!

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  187. UnknownOctober 1, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    stunning card

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  188. TrenOctober 1, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Simply put, just lovely.

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  189. BeverlyBLOctober 1, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Love your card. My new favorite thing is black rhinestones. A wonderful finishing touch.

    Not sure, but think it's Little Yellow Bicycle that has a print paper that looks like a perfect match for your PTI "Modern Basics". I love that set.

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  190. Susan S.October 1, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Very pretty. It's simple and elegant.

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  191. Melissa in Cali!October 1, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    This card is beautiful. One of the simplest but prettiest cards I have seen! Thanks for sharing!!!

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  192. Sharon D from CanadaOctober 1, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Simple and yet so elegant! Love this!!! And thanks for the chance to win a copy of Holiday Cards!

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  193. DarlaOctober 1, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Wonderful CAS. TFS!!! :)

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  194. LeanneOctober 1, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Simple yet elegant creations!

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  195. karahowardOctober 1, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    I'm never disappointed when looking at your cards. As a PTI addict, I visit your blog quite often. Such a simple yet elegant card. Once again, perfect!!

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  196. SharonOctober 1, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Beautiful card - very simple and elegant!

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  197. cgargusOctober 1, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Simple, but very pretty! Love the look of it! I was thinking maybe I didn't need Holiday Photo Finishers, but thanks to you and Betsy, guess I'll have to add it to my list! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  198. jenOctober 1, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    lovely! those greens are very pretty together, and the font & the flourishes are a great compliment!

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  199. mitzOctober 1, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    ...what is not to LUV about your card ?? wtg.. thanks for the opportunity... mitz_zee@yahoodotcom

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  200. AnonymousOctober 1, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Beautiful and classic!

    Jeanne Kelly

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