12.04.2010

Simply Scrapping Crafts First Annual Holiday Hop

Welcome to Simply Scrapping Crafts First Annual Holiday Hop! We have quite a line-up for you today filled with lots holiday inspired goodies! Our DT has been busy at work in Santa’s workshop creating a sled full of gorgeous holiday projects to help you decorate, scrapbook or use for gifts! Be sure to comment all of the blogs along the way because we have "hidden" some extra special treats along the way. There is no way to tell where we have them stashed, so be sure not to miss out! Some of our hop hosts are giving an extra entry for becoming a follower. Who doesn't appreciate more chances to win right? All winners will be announced on Tuesday, December 7th, 2010 via the DT blogs and also in the hop room at SSC, which can easily be accessed HERE You have until 11:59PM EST tonight, December 4th, 2010 to comment for your chance to win. All you need to do is click on each link and leave a comment as you hop along to the end of the list. 
Are you ready for a Holly Jolly Holiday Hop? Let's get hoppin'!

Maureen  http://stampandscrapwithmaureen.blogspot.com/
Theresa  http://procrastinatingscrapper.blogspot.com/
Nikki http://gracie33.blogspot.com/
Rona  http://scraprona.blogspot.com/
Colleen  http://cardsdelight.blogspot.com/
Amy  http://amybeansblog.blogspot.com/
------> Clare  http://bearydocardsinc.blogspot.com/ <-------
Pryn  http://mochavation.blogspot.com

 Lots'o super fabulous, super talented girls there, so make sure you don't miss a blog! ;) You should've come here from Amy's blog - make 110% sure you didn't miss this papercrafting-extraordinaire's blog!

Now on to my project....

I decided to go out of the box (excuse the pun) and make an ornament, and than a box to complete it.


 Inside the box....


 I didn't have any "Merry Christmas" or "Happy Holidays" stamp sentiments, so I had to leave the rest of the sampler blank


Recognize that house? I used it on the last hop - gotta love Hero Arts! :)


 The cross-stitched house was only my second attempt at cross-stitching, so the back looks pretty terrible - but I won't show you that! ;)

So, I tried making a video tutorial of the box, but that didn't work out - I was unhappy with how the ribbon came out the first time, so I took it out and messed around with it for about five more minutes....looked kinda dumb on video! ;) Than I actually DID make a video showing the box IRL, and the giveaway, but as I uploaded it to You-tube, it came out all weird and fuzzy. :( If you want to try to 'decode' the fuzzy video and maybe catch a glimpse of the giveaway, than it is HERE.

If you don't have the patience to sit/skip through the funky video, I'll tell what is in the giveaway package; stamps, LOTS of Christmas paper, and pretty embellishments. :)

To be entered in this giveaway;
1. Leave a comment telling me the nicest thing a crafty buddy has done for you this year
2. Become a follower of my blog (if you already are, leave an additional comment)

That's it!
Thanks SO much for stopping in - I hope you're enjoying the hop! Now onto the uber sweet and funny Pryn!

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Supply list:
Cardstock: Unknown
Patterned paper: Basic Grey 'Blush'
Stamps: Hero Arts 'Mi Casa', and 'Musical Background'
Ink: Staz-on, Tim Holtz "Walnut Stain", Martha Stewart
Ribbon: Seam binding
Other: holly and ivy, tissue paper

84 comments:

  1. Hello ms clare! I'll have my egg nog now please! Love the box and you did a very good job on your house. I love to cross stitch too.
    The nicest thing a scrap buddy has done for me was when Rona took me to one of her distributor's open houses and I got lots of free wonderful stuff. It was awesome!

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  2. Ok, here is the additional comment for already being a follower. Thanks for all you do for SSC so we can enjoy it.

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  3. This is such a beautiful gift Clare!!!

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  4. The nicest thing a craft buddy has done for me this year was introducing me to the wonderful world of online craft communities. And then I discovered SSC, and all the lovely people here.

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  5. My second comment - I became a follower today! Love your little box/gift idea - don't worry, I did also about 2 cross-stitch thingies and decided, I'll rather paint/stamp/stick or such...
    Thanks for the inspiration

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  6. Clair, I really love your box and you just amaze me with all the things you do with Nestie's. Very pretty gift! Hugzzz Colleen

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  7. Lovely box really unusual, haven't done cross stitch for a while but my christmas lady is back on the wall again for the festive season.
    Best thing a crafter has done for me is become my buddy via a forum and now I have a like minded friend to share my hobby with, we go to shows together and because it turned out we live close
    we also share craft evenings with the odd bottle of wine!
    Pat x

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  8. 2nd comment today is that I have become a follower because looking through your blog I love your ideas and will enjoy keeping up with creations
    well done you
    Pat

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  9. I love the sheet music background on your nestie!! And your counted cross stitch brought back a flood of memories. I still have a ton of floss I use on my cards and buttons now : )
    Both the box and the ornament are very special!!
    Anyone would love to receive them!
    Hugs~
    Dana

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  10. WOW...you are one talented girl!! I LOVE both of the box and the ornament. I just can't stop looking at them!!! BTW...no one will see the back so who cares what it looks like, the front looks FABULOUS!!!!

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  11. Your box is beautiful & I really like the sheet music paper. My Daughter-in-Law is my closet buddy & she made me a Christmas album (paperbag pattern) that is full of pictures of our new grandson. It even has his tiny hand print made into a reindeer. Rumor has it my son was even forced to help out gluing and glittering (Ha!). It sits on display on the mantel & I cry everytime I look at it! Thanks so much for sharing your talent! You have a new "Happy" follower. AJ aj_822@yahoo.com

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  12. Fabulous, Clare! I can't wait to try cross-stiching my stamps! I love it, as always you did a fantastic job!

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  13. Another great idea for an ornament. I need to get out all my embroidery threads and get busy!
    Very pretty and love the box idea too. Hugs, Sandi

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  14. I just love asking scrap buddies for ideas on how to make something.

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  15. Second comment because I am a follower. I love to cross stich but i never hang them on the tree. Great idea.

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  16. Your cross Stitch looks lovely and hopefully later on you can show us how you made your box, it's fabulous!! My Sister helped me clean and organize my craft room and that was a job!!
    miller896042atbellsouth.net

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  17. 2nd comment, I am new follower and looked forward to more wonderful inspiration!!
    miller896042atbellsouth.net

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  18. There is nothing like a homemade gift. Very pretty.

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  19. So cute! Great gift idea! The nicest thing a crafty buddy has done for me is just simply being a great friend. She's always there for me no matter what and I love her dearly for that! She knows who she is!

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  20. Clare - You and you amazing talent never ceases to totally amaze me! I'm so happy to be taking part in the hop today and glad that that I made it to your blog!

    Love your work and I wish you lots of continued success!

    Hugs and Happy Holidays,
    Lis

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  21. Ooops...I posted before I finished my question....! I am already a follower and very happy to be one.

    As for the nicest thing a crafter has done for me this year.....! I received a HUGE RAK a box of yards and yards of wonderful ribbons. All kinds of textures colors and sizes! It was totally amazing and a JOY!!

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  22. Clara this is adorable and I love that you cross stitch also!!!!

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  23. what a great ornament and box!
    I had several of my crafty friends gift me with some HUGE boxes of supplies when my craft room flooded this spring. it was so generous and unexpected.... and so appreciated! :)

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  24. Now following your blog! The nicest thing a crafty buddy has done for me this year is to sit with me and just make art with me. I was feeling uninspired but needed to get some projects done...and she just sat and began to help me as she was working on her own art journal...This inspired me to create some awesome art and cards!

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  25. I don't have a crafty buddy. So my next best thing would be all the wonderful comments I receive from the ladies at SSC! The fun blog hops, the fabulous prizes and most of all making new friends!

    I love your projects, I don't know I never thought of cross stitching up some ornaments what a great idea!

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  26. Love the cross stitching. It was a passion of mine many years ago. One year I made everyone bread basket covers. It's hard for me to just pick one thing because I have several crafting buddies that meet on a monthly basis, but I think the nicest thing was when were at a weekend crop and she got up VERY early and decorated my table for my birthday! Love ya, Christy!!

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  27. Love your creation. I used to do cross stitch. I may have to dig out my floss and give it another try. Thanks for sharing.

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  28. Just became a follower. The nicest thing a craft buddy has done for me this year is to encourage me to share my creations with everyone, I just started a blog. It's http://dipndotscreations.blogspot.com/
    also they have encouraged me to start sharing my talents with others, I have started teaching a few card classes at a local LSS. I was afraid at first, but I'm loving it now... Thanks for the chance to win some great goodies....

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  29. Clare, your ornament and box are wonderful! What a neat gift for the lucky recipient! Looks like those of us who used to do counted cross stitch are represented big time here. I am already a follower of yours. As far as crafty friends doing nice things for me, I would have to say that the new friends from SSC who offer so much inspiration and then give back positive and supportive comments would be the nicest experience since I joined the group last spring.

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  30. Hi, Clare! Love your card and ornament! I used to cross stitch like crazy. I still have all of my threads and some fabric. I should try a few things.

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  31. You are very talented. I love the box and the cross stitching. Great giveaway too. Your video was nice too even though you had some complications you could hear and view everything just fine. Good job.

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  32. The nicest thing - one nice thing - how about all of my scrap buddies from MSW came to Houston (where I live) to crop the weekend away!

    I am a follower now!

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  34. Stunning creations - I like your box. It is simple to make (something us crafters appreciate at Christmas, lol) and yet so effective.

    I have become a follower!

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  35. The nicest thing a crafter has done for me this year? A friend of mine bought me TWO Tim Holtz stamps when they weren't on sale! It was a spur of the moment decision for her, but I'm very thankful. We spent that day trying to out bless each other.

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  36. What a beautiful gift...not only the ornament but the box and I do have the patience to check out the video! Anybody who makes the extra effort to make a video deserves to have it watched. The kindest thing a crafty buddy did was, out of the blue, sent me a gift cert. for $10 to spend on digis...how awesome. She knows I'm having a really tough time right now and just made my day!! I'm a follower!!

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  37. I became a follower so I get get more great ideas from such a talented lady :) Thanks for the inspiration!

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  38. This is just so super cute and creative Clare! I love that ornament and box, and of course I love everything you create! Big hugs and much love!

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  39. What a wonderful gift. I always think that the back of cross stitching doesn't count.

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  40. Verty cute gift Clare. Simply love it.

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  41. very cute gift...waiting for my egg nog now. Love your inspirational ideas

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  42. Part 2

    What my friend does for me...gives me a hug when I need it (by email if we can't get together)

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  43. I remember starting cross stitching years ago. It's easy to get used to--considering I have done many projects since then. Keep it up!

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  44. Your cross stitched house is adorable! Those knitted animals are super cute!

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  45. Gorgeous projects!
    The nicest thing a crafty buddy has done for me this year... hmm. This might not count, but my employer took me to Florida in September where I got to take classes from Tim Holtz, Sally Traidman, Claudine Hellmuth and lots more "big names". It was truly the nicest thing anyone has EVER done for me. :)

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  46. This is beautiful...
    The nicest thing a craft buddy has done for me is sent me a tool that I was talking about buying. Thanks for a chance to win.

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  47. Just signed up as a follower. Thanks for a chance to win!

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  48. Your box and ornament are very cute! I used to cross stitch...until I started paper crafting! LOL! Don't know that my eyes could do it like they used to now. Thanks for sharing your talent with us today on the hop! I am really enjoying myself! The nicest thing a craft buddy has done for me was to call me on a day I was feeling down and she surprised me with a call and cheered me up!

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  49. Gorgeous Clare. Love it. The nicest thing my crafting buddy did was: She motivated me and sent me a surprise Stamp, which I wanted so much but could not buy as I started with stamping this year and had to buy so many things already.
    Also I was picked by a buddy for her Candy...my first one in my life.
    TFS Clare.

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  50. My second post to let you know, I am your follower....Off to watch the video. Thanks for taking time for it.

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  51. OMG this is just beautiful!!!

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  52. Have become a follower....the nicest thing a friend did for me was to introduce me to Copic markers. Your sampler is cute!! Good for you.

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  54. Sorry Clare! That last post was from me and had a mistake in it. Love your art. Already am a follower. I have some blog buddies who surprise me with their art--an ATC, a card, a gift box---always a nice surprise to be thought of.

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  55. Fabulous gift - someone will be very lucky to receive it!

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  56. Clare for your seond time or ANY yime at cross stitching, this is INCREDIBLE!!!!! The fact that you used a stamp as your pattern is GENIOUS!!!! LOVE the box and your video...fuzzy and all! YOU ARE AMAZING!!! LOVE YOU!!!!

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  57. I'm your 159th follower! :) Your cross stitching is wonderful! Are you sure it's your first attempt? :)
    Gaby, from Gabycreates.com donated a BasicGrey paper pack to one of my giveaways and when she brought it over she included one for me too! She's a sweetheart! :)

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  58. Lovely ornament and box.

    My scrap buddy sometimes gives me just the right idea to add the finishing touch to a project.

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  59. The sweetest thing a craft buddy did for me was spend time on her vacation hunting for a stamp I was dying to get my hands on. Then buying it for me. She is just the best!!!

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  60. This box is fabulous. And you did a great job on the cross stitch too!

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  61. Love your cross-stitch project Clare. A crafting friend put together a little "craft basket" of goodies when I was sick. She took the time to choose things that I really loved and knew would make me smile.

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  62. Great project! It turned out adorable.
    Unfortunately, I don't have any craft buddies :( Wish I did!
    Thanks for the ideas and inspiration!

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  63. I'm also "following" your blog now. You are very creative and inspirational! Thanks for sharing!

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  64. Hi Clare, I watched your video and have to admit that I did giggle a couple times when your voice echoed and skipped around a bit, but love the gift that you made and the box is adorable. Im sure whoever receives it will be so happy!

    The nicest thing that a crafty buddy did for me this year...I have had some major issues with my legs this year and often find myself unable to walk and not only homebound but bedbound many times also. I have a very good friend who knows how much stamping/coloring and cardmaking mean to me that she went shopping with her coupons and used them to buy me some things to keep me busy while I was out of commission. Needless to say the first thing I made was a Thank You card for her, but also appreciated the RAK she did for me. I would love to pass along that RAK to another fellow crafter on SSC who is currently having some health issues. I will be happy to share more details if my name is selected for your giveaway. I would love to help this person out since I know how much a little thoughtfulness helped me. :)

    Thanks and *Hugs*
    ~Andrea

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  65. Hi again Clare, I wanted to let you know that I am already one of your followers and when I read your profile, I noticed you are from Clinton. I grew up in Imperial...Small World huh? Nice to run into someone who knows what being from the country is really like!! :)

    *Hugs*
    ~Andrea

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  66. Hi! Fellow cross stitcher here! I have been doing it for years and the backs of my projects dont always look so great either!

    Nicest thing a crafty pal has done....I visit a lot of blogs daily and one lady was so nice as to send me some of the baker's twine. I have been wanting some but have been trying to not spend money so it was nice to have a sample of it from her!

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  67. I am a new follower....thanks for sharing your blog hop!!

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  68. Clare, lovely of you to do this, thanks for the chance, have done as you asked and signed on to follow, also leaving this comment. Happy Holidays, love that ornament and your tag, so talented you are!!!

    A crafting buddy took me out to dinner for helping them out with a problem, so that was very enjoyable evening to get out of the house and eat a lovely meal I did not have to cook!!!

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  69. What a beautiful gift for someone...your ornament is lovely and the box is too! Very creative and inspiring! I just became a follower too...thanks for sharing!

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  70. The nicest thing a crafty friend has done for me this year was surprise me with a box of goodies I have been coveting for awhile. It was a huge surprise and I was THRILLED!

    Your box is awesome and that cross stitch looks great.. can't believe it was only your second time. WOW!
    *hugs*
    Tracy

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  71. Your ornament is absolutely gorgeous. I did cross stitching years ago. Maybe it's time to take it up again. The nicest thing a crafting friend did for me was a really big gift certificate for my birthday this year so I could get all the things I've been wanting. Well, not all, but a nice amount. I'm now a follower. Thanks for sharing.

    Babe
    youiesmom@att.net

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  72. Very nice ornament! I used to do this many years ago and still hang the ornaments every year. I also made some for other people at the time.

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  73. love the orament and box..beautiful

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  74. Wonderful gift and box. I can see why you won for Hero Arts! Happy Holidays

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  75. What a lovely giveaway this must be! (I'll look at the video shortly). I made a new crafting friend this year while in the process of deciding wheter to get the MM precision trimmer. A very nice lady who already has the trimmer, answered a lot of questions I had, and I totally appreciated it =)

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  76. Oh Clare!You are just amazing!! I missed the hop but had to check out what greatness you did ....again! Hugs to you! I love the house : ) The fact that you made it with your hands makes up for the ugly back! That is so precious. Hand made gifts are the best and one of a kind treasures.

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  78. First Clare thanks so much for this give away! I just want to say Thank You for being in our Flickr group and for always providing loads of inspiration. I so love this beautiful card and the staging is amazing.

    Well I have made some pretty amazing friends this year through blogging and some have become really close friends. I will say that I just recently had a friend email me one day for no particular reason and talk about how much she cared for me and how much she missed me on the Design Team that I use to be on. I was having a very bad day, with bad news from my doctor regarding an hand injury and not being able to go back to work, but her email really made my day. I think that I cried most of the afternoon because knowing that there was someone across the miles that really cared for me was amazing. Another friend recently, who is an amazing and outstanding cardmaker, featured me on her blog and sent loads of traffic my way. I was floored to say the least. There are so many great people in the blogging world and I am so blessed that God lead me this way to meet some of them. Thanks Claire for being on of those amazing blogging friends. Hugs

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  79. WOW! love love love your cross stitched ornament. so so clever and beautiful! amazing work, Clare! you ROCK!

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  80. I love your box and ornament! and, for a second attempt only this ornament looks pretty professional! who cares about the back anyway??? it's the front that matters :)

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