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Sunday, February 13, 2011

Pretty in Pink & Green - Blog Hop day

Hello bloghoppers!  You will have arrived here from the lovely Linda's blog, so you will have realised by now that today's blog hop is a super sized extravaganza of inspiration and ideas from both the RRR team and the Sparkle n Sprinkle team.  Along with the wonderful Spring Ribbon Club Assortment this month, the Really Reasonable Ribbon DT got to play with Sparkle n Sprinkle products (aren't we lucky?), so here's my contribution to the hop-along.  
Like many of you, I try to make most of the gifts I give, and I know from experience that sets of small blank gift cards with envelopes are always welcome, so here's what I made for the Blog Hop today, using this stamp set and some of the other goodies from Sparkle n Sprinkle (embossing powder, glitter and other glitzy bits).
The envelope gift bag is a perfect container for these little sets of cards and envelopes, and so easy too.  For this one I made a vellum envelope (from a template made from an old de-constructed envelope), as I love the look of embossed vellum and wanted to stamp it before I folded it.  I slipped a piece of pink card inside too so that the stamped and white embossed image was crisp and clear.  (If you don't want to emboss your vellum, use Opaque White Stazon ink for a softer look.)  The cards are super easy too - just a circle punch, stamps, ink and all the glitter and glitz you would like to add to the stamped cards and circles.  I glued the circles inside the cards as that allowed me to thread and tie the ribbon through the holes for a bit of dimension. 




Now head on over to Our Sparkle Adventure blog to see what other treats are in store for you, and thanks for bloghopping with us all today.  I hope you've had a fun ride.
Posted by Tilly at 7:59 PM
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70 comments:

  1. THE HOOSIER STAMPERFebruary 13, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    How pretty, and Spring! Love the cows too :o)

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  2. judeFebruary 13, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    These are absolutely stunning.I love making my own gifts and these are beautiful.Especially love the envelope holder.Thanks for show casing and inspiring us .Must hop along hugs judex

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  3. KrasFebruary 13, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Hello Tilly,
    and welcome I am of February Blog Hop. I am incredibly grateful for the record associated with a truly reasonable bar today for me is very fun. I follow along, come and stand here blog MARGARET MYERS.

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  4. Jackie NjeriFebruary 13, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Am here from Linda's. I have never used vellum but I may just try after seeing your amazing gifts. Hugs from Africa.

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  5. sunnysideupFebruary 13, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    Wow ,so pretty in pinks.great way to use the ribbons on the cards,will give it a try.
    Hugs
    doreen

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  6. ArdillaFebruary 13, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    very pretty, good idea to use and combine dp!

    Ardilla
    papersardilla.multiply.com

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  7. Marie-AnneFebruary 13, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Owh they are beautiful.

    Marie-Anne

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  8. MelissaFebruary 14, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Oh these are fantastic Tilly!

    Melissa
    www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com

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  9. True :)February 14, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    Such a lovely set Tilly! Love the cut outs!
    Hugs,
    True :D

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  10. LoriFebruary 14, 2011 at 2:35 AM

    So very pretty!

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  11. Dee in N.H.February 14, 2011 at 2:59 AM

    Those are just gorgeous!!!!!

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  12. Gloria WestermanFebruary 14, 2011 at 3:55 AM

    So Pretty.....love you peek-a-bo......tfs

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  13. Stacie (craft-princess)February 14, 2011 at 4:19 AM

    Love them all!

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  14. mcourtneyFebruary 14, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    Beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

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  15. Linda is stamping again!February 14, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    Stunning! What a clever way of using vellum. Love the shades of pink.

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  16. Julie- justwritedesignsFebruary 14, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    These are such wonderful spring cards! Love the colors.

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  17. NikkiFebruary 14, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    These are just wonderful :) so pretty in pink
    hugs Nikki

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  18. MrsETaylorFebruary 14, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    You always come up with the most unique and beautiful projects Tilly. I so love stopping in. Hope you are enjoying your weekend

    Toodles
    Erika

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  19. Kelly MassmanFebruary 14, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    Gorgeous!

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  20. sallysbitzFebruary 14, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    Beautiful set. Embossing looks fab, very delicate.

    hugs sally x
    sallysbitz.blogspot.com

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  21. Debc06February 14, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Love the project. TFS
    Debbie
    http://craftywizard.blogspot.
    debbie_craine at hotmail.com

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  22. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    Cute Cards!!

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  23. TanyaFebruary 14, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Awesome bag! love the cards to go with it. Fun blog hop, TFS

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  24. BarbaraFebruary 14, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Hi Tilly, Love your cards and bag. These are really stunning.Like the way you used the ribbon on the cards. Too cool.

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  25. CorinneFebruary 14, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Very pretty cards and bag. Love the shades of pink.
    Hugs~
    Corinne

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  26. Nana ConnieFebruary 14, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    How wonderfully creative! Incredible use of the ribbon, too. I will have to consider more embossing on vellum. It's so elegant.

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  27. judysFebruary 14, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Just love the sooo simple and elegant gift card idea.....thank you so much for your creative way of doing the ribbons and the large circles.

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  28. Linda Peo.February 14, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    GORGEOUS!!! That's the first thing that popped into my mind, when I saw your gift cards. Beautiful, beautiful in every way.

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  29. Bonnie - Really Reasonable RibbonFebruary 14, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Great idea Tilly! You always come up with a wonderfully creative project. This is a great gift idea for those 'hard to buy for' people on your list.

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  30. AntonellaFebruary 14, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Great cards and love the pinks and greens - they are perfect for spring. luvin this blog hop! Hugs, antonella :-)

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  31. szbacn1February 14, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Very pretty and such a practical idea, too. Thanks for sharing!!!

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  32. ♪♫♥ Charity Crafter ♪♫♥February 14, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Love these! no waste too! x Leigh x

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  33. Verna AngerhoferFebruary 14, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Such beautiful spring creations. So glad I stopped in to see your lovely work.

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  34. VICTORIAFebruary 14, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Very pretty I love the cards. TFS Victoria :)

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  35. kbrandy4February 14, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Really gorgeous use of the ribbons, so effective. Hugs Hazel xx

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  36. KimmyFebruary 14, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    what a gorgeous set of cards! the way you used the ribbon is lovely.

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  37. TheresaFebruary 14, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Lovely set....great use of the ribbons.

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  38. Connie M.February 14, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    These are all just so pretty, Tilly! So simple yet elegant too! Hugs!!

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  39. dlwidderFebruary 14, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Lovely cards and tag! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  40. Judy RozemaFebruary 14, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Just lovely! And pink! :)

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  41. SueFebruary 14, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Lovely cards and bag !!!

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  42. SnoopyFebruary 14, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    I was just thinking today about what I could give to my children's music teacher for her birthday and these note cards are just the thing! I love how you used the holes to thread the ribbon. That was genius! The vellum bag is gorgeous too! Thanks so much for the inspiration!

    Thanks also for giving me this chance to win. I hope I win! I hope I win! I hope I win!

    Hugs,
    Snoopy :D
    http://snoopyshomemadefun.blogspot.com/

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  43. Holly AKA KopyKatFebruary 14, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    so pretty

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  44. SharonFebruary 14, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Very Nice Cards.

    Sharon
    rsmobley85@gmail.com

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  45. kittyFebruary 14, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Hi I am on this super blog hop from RRR and having fun peeking at your blog. Wow you are blessed looks so beautiful there ! I love your work ! Great ideas must have a go. Thanks for the inspiration Kitty :)

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  46. MandyFebruary 14, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    I love these! Thanks for the wonderful gift idea!

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  47. AmandaFebruary 14, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    Very cute!!

    amandawoodau at hotmail dot com

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  48. DebbyFebruary 14, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    I would love to get this card/gift bag set....very, very cute....

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  49. KarenFebruary 14, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    The treat bag was a treat! Crossword puzzle today was about famous Kiwis. I thought of you.

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  50. lakesladyFebruary 14, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Lovely inspirational work Tilly. TFS

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  51. KristinFebruary 14, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Gorgeous! I love the bag.

    Kristin
    ksully4597 at gmail dot com

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  52. NWFlamingoFebruary 14, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Gotta love all that PINK!

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  53. KarenBFebruary 14, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    It's a beautiful gift set. I love your idea of tying the ribbon through the holes - thanks so much.

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  54. Mary TFebruary 14, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    Gorgeous! Love the pink

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  55. BrennaFebruary 14, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    those are beautiful!! thanks so much for sharing!
    brenna
    rbanderson@live.ca

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  56. HannekeFebruary 14, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Thanks for sharing thess cute and colorful cards! I love the design. Thanks for sharing, I am going to hop on to the next blog :)

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  57. bernietom47February 14, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    These are wonderful and will make someone very happy to receive it.
    Blessings Bernie

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  58. kimmie_35February 15, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    Love your cards... great use of stash here... Beautiful!
    Hugs
    Kim M
    x

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  59. AsilisA MaMFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    Love your cards, love delicate coloure,love you ideas to use a ribbon.
    Happy Valentin's Day!

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  60. AloshaFebruary 15, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    I don't like pink, but yours cards are so simple and beautiful :).

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  61. VickiFebruary 15, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    Beautiful. Love the colors. Thanks for sharing.

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  62. Sharon PeeleFebruary 15, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Tilly, your cards and gift bag are wonderful!! I love how you worked with the vellum!! these are really fantastic!!!

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  63. JudyFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    What a great gift idea! Love the pink and white cards and the gift bag!

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  64. Ciao Bella!February 15, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    How very unique! Love what you've done here.

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  65. Auntie EmFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    What a sweet and simple idea! How creative to run the ribbon through the hole and switch the punched out pieces around.
    Thanks for sharing! :o)

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  66. MimiFebruary 15, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    Very pretty! Loved the ideas. I also liked your cows! I grew up on a farm and miss it.

    cbarwick@comcast.net

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  67. María de los ÁngelesFebruary 15, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Lovelly and creative card! full of new ideas i´ll try some, thank for share!

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  68. Randi WSFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Oh wow, these cards are amazing! Love the design and the lovely colors. Thank you so much for sharing!

    Hugs, Randi WS ;)

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  69. Scrappy RatFebruary 16, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Great projects! I love the colors. They remind me of peppermint stick ice cream. Yum! Thanks for hosting all of us hoppers! :)

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  70. SusanFebruary 17, 2011 at 4:42 AM

    LOVE,Love,love your creations, love that color combo, always have...Beautiful stamp set, you didn't say the name of it.
    Susan

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