Simon Says Stamp Be Bold Release Blog Hop - Day 1

I'm happy to be participating in day 1 of the new Simon Says Stamp Be Bold blog hop. I am sharing a couple of fun projects using some goodies from this new release. 
Make sure to take advantage of the special hop promotion! 👆👆👆Also, Simon is giving away a $25 shopping spree to a lucky winner! The winner will be picked from the comments left along the hop. Each comment you leave will be an entry into the drawing. REMEMBER: If you want to leave a comment on this post, make sure you include your name so we can reach you if you are selected for the giveaway! 
This first project features the new CZ Happy die. I just love the simple elegance of this font!
I began with an A2 size card base cut from smooth white cardstock. I then trimmed down a panel from plaid pattern paper and added a white strip of cardstock to the bottom. I then die cut flowers from several flower dies in my stash from colored cardstock. Using liquid glue I adhered them to the plaid panel with foam squares.
I then die cut the new CZ Happy die from yellow cardstock and twice from white cardstock and glued them together for thickness. I positioned it on the white cardstock strip. Before I glued it down I stamped the sentiment that would be above it. I then added some flat clear sequence to finish this card off.
My next project features the new Poppy Bundle embossing folder. I wanted a whimsical watercolor look. I used a piece of watercolor paper and embossed it with the folder.
I used distress inks, mixed them with a bit of water, and painted the poppies and stems. Using a paint brush I splattered the same distress ink all over the embossed panel. I trimmed it down and ink blended the edges. I die cut the word happy from gold painted watercolor paper. I then stamped the word birthday in green ink and die cut it out with one of the new dies from the release. I tied gold twine around the panel and adhered it to the card base.
I hope you enjoyed the projects that I have shared with you today and got some inspiration. Be sure to check out the BE BOLD GALLERIE for lots more inspiration from this amazing new release. Be sure to tune in tomorrow for day 2 of the Be Bold Blog Hop. Happy Hopping!

For your convenience I have listed and linked all the goodies I used for these projects. 

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  1. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 5:42 AM

    What happy cards!! Love them!!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 6:27 AM

    Wow wow those are gorgeous!

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  3. Donna T.March 22, 2024 at 7:04 AM

    WOW....I love those colors!!!

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  4. Diane CarterMarch 22, 2024 at 7:07 AM

    Your colors make me very Happy!

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  5. DawnMarch 22, 2024 at 7:26 AM

    I love how bright and cheery your cards are. They are beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing.

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  6. ShawnaMarch 22, 2024 at 7:41 AM

    Those cards scream spring. I need that poppy embossing folder. You made it sing.

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  7. barbara lassiterMarch 22, 2024 at 7:43 AM

    Love both of these but the daisies against the plaid background makes me happy!

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  8. Joan LMarch 22, 2024 at 7:45 AM

    I’m always so I awe of your designs? Beautiful!!

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  9. Kimberley Bond EllefsonMarch 22, 2024 at 7:47 AM

    Beautiful cards! The plaid makes me smile 😊

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  10. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 7:49 AM

    So pretty & fresh! Thx for sharing! Nothing says spring like daisies & plaid!

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  11. Lisa M. FederspielMarch 22, 2024 at 7:50 AM

    LOVING the plaid! So springy!!!

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  12. chericliftonMarch 22, 2024 at 7:53 AM

    A favorite!

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  13. Orit VidermanMarch 22, 2024 at 8:05 AM

    Love the cards you made. Love the colors, very springy.

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  14. CandusMarch 22, 2024 at 8:06 AM

    I love your designs, your cards evoke happiness and a sense of freshness. Love it! Thanks.

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  15. CandyMarch 22, 2024 at 8:15 AM

    These cards are wonderful! I am sooooo making the daisy card! Thank you.

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  16. Tina 🌸March 22, 2024 at 8:16 AM

    Barbara, you always make the most beautiful cards!!!! I LOVE a simple white daisy and I love your plaid daisy card so much. Both are spectacular!

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  17. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 8:18 AM

    Your beautiful spring colors are so fun!

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  18. Renee ThompsonMarch 22, 2024 at 8:22 AM

    Oh wow I especially love the poppies, well done!

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  19. DebbieCMarch 22, 2024 at 8:31 AM

    Such pretty cards. I like how you added the word birthday as a tag on the string.

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  20. Mary BMarch 22, 2024 at 8:45 AM

    Love these cards, particularly how the flowers pop on the plaid background. Great colors!

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  21. Shelice WalkerMarch 22, 2024 at 8:52 AM

    Love your color choices.

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  22. Suzanne M.R.March 22, 2024 at 9:02 AM

    Love the plaid background!

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  23. Stacey KowbelMarch 22, 2024 at 9:10 AM

    Such fun and happy designs! I really love the plaid background on your first card!

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  24. Janice C.March 22, 2024 at 9:21 AM

    So gorgeous! I love your cards!

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  25. Debbie VineyMarch 22, 2024 at 9:22 AM

    I love both of your cards! So bright/ cheerful!

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  26. Maureen ReissMarch 22, 2024 at 9:23 AM

    Soooo Beautiful!!! I love the Spring colors!!

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  27. Julie LMarch 22, 2024 at 9:26 AM

    Barbara, You inspire me with the bright happy positive designs...we all could you more of the postivity. Thank you!

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  28. Sunshine HoneyBeeMarch 22, 2024 at 9:29 AM

    Wonderful floral. The Daisies stand out bee-utifully & the inking background complements nicely.
    Melissa
    "SunshineHoneyBee"

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  29. Pat WilliamsMarch 22, 2024 at 9:34 AM

    I love the Daisy card. I find that less is more and the plaid background just sets off the white daisyies.

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  30. Miesje FlachMarch 22, 2024 at 9:40 AM

    Love them both and I am going to try painting with distress inks - so pretty.

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  31. Mary in OregonMarch 22, 2024 at 9:46 AM

    Duh! I have several embossing folders that I have just used as is - never even considered painting the flowers! Crazy me! The poppy card is exquisite! That little die-cut with the hole in it attracted me - now I will have to have it! Very spring-like greeting with that bright gold!

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  32. Marilyn MMarch 22, 2024 at 9:46 AM

    Love your cards especially the poppy and the colors you chose.

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  33. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 9:49 AM

    Wonderful cards! I love how you painted the embossed poppies. So inspiring!

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  34. Michelle RMarch 22, 2024 at 9:49 AM

    Love..Love this card..so SPRING!

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  35. lklebackMarch 22, 2024 at 9:51 AM

    The flowers are all so beautifully done and cheerful!

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  36. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 9:58 AM

    Love the cards. www.CraftersDreamRetreatHouse.com

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  37. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 10:05 AM

    Beautiful cards! I love the poppy set - so beautiful! Great release!

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  38. Carol RietzkeMarch 22, 2024 at 10:07 AM

    Great impact of the white daisies on the plaid background! Your second card has a similar “springy” vibe! Thanks for sharing ideas.

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  39. TerriBMarch 22, 2024 at 10:23 AM

    These poppies are gorgeous! With the CZ die cut they stand out so beautifully. Thanks for sharing!

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  40. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 10:25 AM

    Yellow poppies - very different and vibrant.

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  41. Penny SMarch 22, 2024 at 10:31 AM

    So Springy. Love the plaid background. Thanks for SHaring.

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  42. corky.kay@verizon.netMarch 22, 2024 at 10:37 AM

    Love both your cards today, but I was happy to see a way to use my plaid patterned paper!! I have so much of it, but never know how to use it effectively. Great job!

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  43. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 10:47 AM

    These are the true essence of “happy”. Love them!

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  44. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 10:48 AM

    I like how the daisies stand out from the background.
    Merrill P

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  45. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 10:52 AM

    Love this card so much. Beautiful! I want to make one just like it in every color available!

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  46. Reiko FlaniganMarch 22, 2024 at 10:56 AM

    I love the bright and cheerful colors. Beautiful cards!

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  47. Meghan KennihanMarch 22, 2024 at 11:13 AM

    I love these floral cards!!! The colors are fabulous!

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  48. Connie HostakMarch 22, 2024 at 11:16 AM

    What gorgeous, colorful cards! I love the bright, busy background with the soothing white on top!

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  49. Eva McGuireMarch 22, 2024 at 11:22 AM

    I love daisies and they look beautiful on the plaid background.

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  50. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 11:37 AM

    Gorgeous cards - I need bright and cherry in this snowy weather!

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  51. Pamela DunbarMarch 22, 2024 at 11:37 AM

    Love both your cards. The watercolor poppies are amazing! So much to love in this release.

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  52. Susan DMarch 22, 2024 at 11:38 AM

    Your “happy”cards made me feel happy! So pretty too!

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  53. Terry DeasonMarch 22, 2024 at 11:40 AM

    Beautiful cards!

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  54. CandyMarch 22, 2024 at 11:40 AM

    So beautiful. Good reminder to get out the patterned paper

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  55. Mgriedy2024March 22, 2024 at 11:40 AM

    HELP!! I love both your cards, but especially your poppy one. I love the colors, the added edging, and the hanging tag. I looked for the die to cut the “birthday” tag in the new release but couldn’t find it! I have the rest in my SSS cart, but need to add that to it. I can see so many uses for that hanging tag.

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  56. VeronicaMarch 22, 2024 at 11:51 AM

    What a lovely card. I love your background choice! I never know well what to do with plaids so this example is giving me ideas. Thank you so much for sharing!

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  57. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 11:56 AM

    Both of your cards are wonderful. I am also looking for the small tag die you used on the poppy card. It is such a great idea. Which die did you use?

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  58. Donna CheatleMarch 22, 2024 at 12:16 PM

    I love how bright and colorful these cards are. Makes me think that Spring might actually get here...eventually, lol.

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  59. Mary-Anne VMarch 22, 2024 at 1:11 PM

    Two very pretty cards. I love the plaid pattern behind the daisies.

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  60. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 1:12 PM

    Love the yellow poppies. Your painting is perfection!

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  61. Monica FowlerMarch 22, 2024 at 1:32 PM

    Lovely - thanks

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  62. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 1:43 PM

    I love how the plaid paper looks like your jelly bean colors! Great cards.

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  63. MeganMarch 22, 2024 at 2:34 PM

    Such happy cards. I love them! ❤️

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  64. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 3:38 PM

    I just love your plaid card!! Who wouldn't love receiving this beauty!

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  65. Emma SleppyMarch 22, 2024 at 4:18 PM

    These cards make me HAPPY!

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  66. CThurbzMarch 22, 2024 at 4:26 PM

    I cannot even begin to tell you how much I love that plaid card! I love both of these, but the plaid just takes the cake!

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  67. BonnieMarch 22, 2024 at 4:33 PM

    The daisies on plaid make such a happy card and the poppies are gorgeous!

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  68. Carrianne BanulMarch 22, 2024 at 4:49 PM

    Beautiful cards! Loving the plaid with the daisies! FABULOUS ink blending on the Poppies! Thanks for sharing!

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  69. Sylvia Leybourne MeredithMarch 22, 2024 at 5:03 PM

    OMG! I love both cards, but the you deserve to be happy card really gets me! It's so lovely, and I love the plaid background. It's something I needed to see and hear right now. Thank you.

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  70. the PaperTemptressMarch 22, 2024 at 5:12 PM

    I AM BEYOND OBSESSED WITH 3 D EMBOSSING FOLDERS ANYMORE AND YOUR STUNNING CARDS DID NOT HELP ME SOLVE THAT ISSUE LOL!

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  71. Tana DuportMarch 22, 2024 at 5:49 PM

    I Love poppies! Your card is awesome!

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  72. DebbieMarch 22, 2024 at 6:01 PM

    Your cards are stunning! I love the backgrounds, especially the plaid. You havd inspired me to use some of my plaid paper. Love both of your cards.

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  73. Denise BryantMarch 22, 2024 at 7:09 PM

    Awesome flowers and sentiments! Beautiful cards!

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  74. Lynn Chan HJCMarch 22, 2024 at 7:19 PM

    Beautiful card and love that happy sentiment!

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  75. AnonymousMarch 22, 2024 at 7:35 PM

    Marisela Delgado said: Beautiful cards! I love that plaid! 😍😍😍 mariandmonsterd@yahoo.com

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  76. Stamping911March 22, 2024 at 7:52 PM

    Gorgeous cards!

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  77. Deborah HellmanMarch 22, 2024 at 8:48 PM

    Gorgeous cards 😍 I love the fresh colors.

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  78. Robin MMarch 23, 2024 at 12:52 AM

    Such happy and cheerful cards! Love the techniques used!

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  79. DorothyAMarch 23, 2024 at 1:04 AM

    Your cards are so lovely with those gorgeous flowers. I really like that new embossing folder!

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  80. Gayle I.March 23, 2024 at 1:08 AM

    Your cards convey such joy!

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  81. Lynne March 23, 2024 at 3:25 AM

    Lov the bright colourful background against your white flowers and your second card is so pretty.

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  82. Kathy RakerMarch 23, 2024 at 3:35 AM

    Both cards stunning! Love the plaid paper background and your watercolor background to highlight the flowers.

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  83. Donna PhelanMarch 23, 2024 at 4:28 AM

    So Happy! So Sunshiny! That plaid is everything! Gorgeous florals!

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  84. PaulineMarch 23, 2024 at 4:43 AM

    Beautiful 'Happy' cards, they make me smile!

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  85. Jessica VasherMarch 23, 2024 at 5:09 AM

    So good Barbara! Beautifully done as usual

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  86. LMarch 23, 2024 at 5:15 AM

    Both cards say Spring.
    Nice to see since we are expecting a foot of snow startig tomorrow!

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  87. AnonymousMarch 23, 2024 at 5:23 AM

    Barbara….for the longest time I could not figure out how to follow u…..u r by far my favorite artist…u never cease to impress Me with your designs and especially your details and explanations on your videos. Thank u thank u! From a 30+ year stamper and still learning….

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  88. Lauryne CunninghamMarch 23, 2024 at 5:49 AM

    Gorgeous designs! I love the plaid background and beautiful color combinations!

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  89. Donna KarczewskiMarch 23, 2024 at 6:41 AM

    Beautiful cards!

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  90. PattyMarch 23, 2024 at 7:02 AM

    These are both such beautiful cards! I LOVE that plaid...makes me want to drag out some plaid paper right now and case your card! Your water coloring on the embossed card is amazing!

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  91. AnonymousMarch 23, 2024 at 7:03 AM

    These just make me smile!

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  92. paperplayMarch 23, 2024 at 7:22 AM

    Both of your cards are a fresh welcome to spring. That watercoloring on the poppies is amazing. I will keep practicing.....

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  93. Nana GriffinMarch 23, 2024 at 7:34 AM

    These are so very pretty. Love the idea of the poppies on the plaid background.

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  94. AnonymousMarch 23, 2024 at 7:48 AM

    What a beautiful card!! I love using the distress inks and you gave me a new way to use them! Thank you! 😊

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  95. AnonymousMarch 23, 2024 at 7:53 AM

    These cards brought an instant smile to my face!

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  96. Joy MeadowsMarch 23, 2024 at 8:27 AM

    Such gorgeous-ness, Barbara! Love these cards.

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  97. Kelley ClarkeMarch 23, 2024 at 8:46 AM

    I just love the brightness and happiness in your cards exude. thank you!

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  98. sharMarch 23, 2024 at 8:49 AM

    These had to make you feel good inside while making...I felt enlightened when seeing them

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  99. Roblyn HenryMarch 23, 2024 at 8:54 AM

    I love plaids and this card really caught my eye!g

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  100. S. M.March 23, 2024 at 10:05 AM

    Beautiful cards!! Though I love both designs, I'm amazed by your water colouring skills - the poppy card is stunning!

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  101. AnonymousMarch 23, 2024 at 11:46 AM

    I love both your cards. They are so bright & cheery.

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  102. Susan pughMarch 23, 2024 at 12:16 PM

    Such bright and happy cards. Love them.

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  103. NancyPMarch 23, 2024 at 12:21 PM

    The gold is perfect!

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  104. Dawn LeeMarch 23, 2024 at 12:58 PM

    Love the plaid background! Great cards!

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  105. Ann HMarch 23, 2024 at 2:15 PM

    Beautiful cards, love the plaid background.

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  106. Cindi GMarch 23, 2024 at 3:07 PM

    These cards are so unique and colorful! I love them!

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  107. Kathy J in Ellicott CityMarch 23, 2024 at 3:30 PM

    Wonderful cards, I love the colors you used!

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  108. GabMarch 23, 2024 at 3:59 PM

    These are such happy cards

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  109. Jeanne RiceMarch 23, 2024 at 5:01 PM

    Gorgeous daisies and poppies! Love the cards.

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  110. AnonymousMarch 23, 2024 at 6:05 PM

    Great job!

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  111. Von MarieMarch 23, 2024 at 10:54 PM

    Gorgeous cards!!! I love the poppy embossing folder and how you colored it.

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  112. AnonymousMarch 23, 2024 at 10:55 PM

    Both your cards are very inspiring and gorgeous. I have spent 2 days trying to find those daisy dies you used on your plaid card. Since you said they were from your stash and you did not mention the company or the product name, I am disappointed because I really like thise daisy dies. Can you give me a clue about them? Please, please, please!

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  113. AnonymousMarch 23, 2024 at 11:04 PM

    PS To my comment about the daisy dies. I compared the daisies on your card to those you listed for sale from SSS and the petals are not the same. I like the ones you used better. So hoping to hear who makes ( made) those dies. Help!

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  114. Sue DMarch 24, 2024 at 5:28 AM

    Pretty floral cards. Love the plaid background on the first one.

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  115. gailMarch 24, 2024 at 8:05 AM

    happy plaid, happy card

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  116. Savannagh KaceyMarch 24, 2024 at 9:54 AM

    Love the way you pulled 2 different colors from the plaid background for your sentiment on card #1. And the poppies were just totally joyful!

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  117. DonnaMarch 24, 2024 at 10:38 AM

    Gorgeous cards, thanks for the inspiration!

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  118. AnonymousMarch 24, 2024 at 5:16 PM

    Beautiful cards. I love the poppy card so much!

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    1. AnonymousMarch 24, 2024 at 5:17 PM

      My name is Kris Boydstun @ artbringsmejoy@icloud.com

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  119. jordanbev5@yahoo.comMarch 24, 2024 at 6:46 PM

    Am loving this release!! Two gorgeous cards using the new "happy" die!! Am really in love with the watercolor on the embossing folder!! Gorgeous details!

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  120. AnonymousMarch 24, 2024 at 6:56 PM

    Love the plaid background for those daisies! - lisascreativeniche

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  121. AnonymousMarch 25, 2024 at 4:55 AM

    I always love your cards and these didn’t disappoint!

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  122. Alexandra YMarch 25, 2024 at 8:10 AM

    So beautiful! I love the springtime colours!

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  123. Danyelle DillonMarch 25, 2024 at 8:27 AM

    Gorgeous cards. Those daisies are so pretty. How awesome to use several flowers in your stash to accomplish it. The plaid background is so pretty and I love the happy sentiment!

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  124. bzyPTmomMarch 25, 2024 at 10:12 AM

    Love your cards--so bright and cheery and the vibes of spring! Great job, thanks for the inspiration!

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  125. Celeste GoffMarch 25, 2024 at 2:34 PM

    Oh my gosh, what absolutely stunning cards! Love that first one especially!

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  126. Patricia ColemanMarch 25, 2024 at 3:30 PM

    Absolutely stunning cards!! Thank you for sharing your creativity!

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  127. Shar ZarMarch 25, 2024 at 6:38 PM

    I love the plaid background with the white flowers.

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  128. Danyelle DillonMarch 26, 2024 at 6:58 PM

    The plaid background is so pretty. Amazing flowers!

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  129. Jill SharpApril 21, 2024 at 12:33 AM

    These lovely bright cards and flowers will make anyone happy.

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