Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Spring Fever Blog Hop!


Happy March 1st! Hopefully you made your way here from Michelle at Scrapping with my Bug.
With all the rain we go last night, I'm sure feeling the spring fever... if this snow will ever go away!
So here is my spring inspired card.
It's my very first side-step card. It took a few tries, but I got it! The watering can is from Popourri and the flowers are from create a critter. The sentiment is HAPPINESS from Stampin' Up.

I was drawing a crafting'block' (like writers block?!) when making this, and finally thought to add some buttons and color. I'm not sure how I feel about the finished product, but overall I love it. Here's a side view:

I can post the instructions on how to make this type of card for anyone interested! But I just googled 'side step card' and found some various patterns. Of course I had to add ribbon and flowers :)
Thanks for stopping by, and be sure to follow- leave your blog address and I'll certainly return the favor! Your next stop is off to the most talented Sarah at Pink Cricut!
~Happy Hopping ~

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95 comments:

  1. doverdiMarch 1, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Great job on the side step card. Love the cute watering can. TFS!

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  2. Maureen ReissMarch 1, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Super cute sep card!! Love the colors!!
    http://mosaddiction.blogspot.com

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  3. BuzzyBeeCottageMarch 1, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    What a great card. Makes me long to start planting.

    PTCHWRK@comcast.net

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  4. AnonymousMarch 1, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    The buttons on the card just make it adorable, love it and congrats on you first side step card, good job. jman4@comcast.net

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  5. Cyndi SMarch 1, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    I just love your card, I am always looking for different styles instead of just the plain flat cards. Thanks so much, you did a great job. If you have time could you email me the directions?
    Thanks. cstephenson@q.com

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  6. Flair GirlMarch 1, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    What a great fold-and I LOVE buttons! IT's nice to be in this hop with you and see a fresh new blog! Creative blessings, Brynn brynnthornburgh@gmail[dot]com

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  7. Pamela LashMarch 1, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    What a lovely idea - yes, please post the instructions! I love it. TFS!
    Mama LoveBug from LoveBug Creations
    pam_lash at yahoo dot com

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  8. AnonymousMarch 1, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    I love your card and how it can be displayed so beautifully.

    stbyrne@sbcglobal.net

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  9. Lisa NorrisMarch 1, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    I love this card...I really need to learn how to make one of these! Thanks for sharing! BTW...I'm already a follower. :o)

    Lisa
    http://prettypaperprettyribbons.blogspot.com

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  10. JillianMarch 1, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    I love this! It is so cute! I have never made a card like that before. You're going to have to teach me!!

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  11. Viji SiddharthMarch 1, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Very cute card! Love the folds! I need to try them one of these days!
    viji.lg at gmail dot com

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  12. Teri BarefootMarch 1, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Love this card it turned out so nice

    Thank you for sharing,
    Teri

    teri dot barefoot at gmail com

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  13. Felicia - Scrapper in the MakingMarch 1, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Thank so much for sharing this is a Beautiful Card! Smooches... frankleecrafts@gmail.com or scrapperinthemaking.blogspot.com

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  14. TabithaMarch 1, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Very cute card. Love the buttons. They are a great touch. TFS New follower here.
    tabitha4cm at yahoo dot com

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  15. AnonymousMarch 1, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Beyond clever creative and adorable! You did a great job! i love it! Thank you so much for sharing!
    Contact Info: arebori0204@gmail.com
    I have a fairley new blog and would love a new friend if your interrested and get a chance! www.scraptillyadrop.blogspot.com

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  16. KristinMarch 1, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Love the watering pot! It's so pretty!

    Kristin
    ksully4597 at gmail dot com

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  17. Ellen JarvisMarch 1, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Very cute card -- love the watering can!

    I'm a new follower! Hop on over to my blog too, and share the love.

    Fondly,
    Ellen ♥ CardMonkey
    cardmonkey at Comcast dot net
    www.cardmonkey-business.blogspot.com

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  18. ChristineMarch 1, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Very nice. The watering pot looks great!

    Chris.Pickul@hotmail.com
    http://pickulblog.blogspot.com/

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  19. JeNnMarch 1, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    LOVE YOUR CARD. TOO CUTE.


    ANDERSON.JENN4@GMAIL.COM

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  20. Ruthie @ SeptemberNinthMarch 1, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Hi Rachel!

    What a cute card! I love side step cards, I've never made one but I love them. :)

    Ruthie

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  21. AmandaMarch 1, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    This is beautiful! I love it! TFS!

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  22. teachermom5March 1, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    This really turned out amazing. I am a huge fan of watering cans. I too can't wait for spring to come.

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  23. SherriC.March 1, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    you did a GREAT job on your first side step card, I love these cards.....I love the buttons on the watering can.....
    brodiec88 at hotmail dot com

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  24. shanna13March 1, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    I love the side step card and yours is adorable having the watering can on it! TFS Susan
    shanna13@frontiernet.net

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  25. Cathy SMarch 1, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Cute card Rachel, and ribbons and flowers always add to a card. I really have to try a side step card, thanx for the inspiration.
    Cathy S

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  26. purplemelMarch 1, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    very cute card thx for sharing got to try that
    purplemel2@yahoo.ca

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  27. Cheryl GaffneyMarch 1, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I've never tried a side step card before, I'll have to give it a try! :) I love all the colors that the buttons added... too cute.

    Thanks for sharing,
    Cheryl @ CardsbyCG.blogspot.com
    cplamond at hotmail dot com

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  28. Lisa's Creative NicheMarch 1, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    This is beautiful! you should be very happy with the end project!TYFS!
    Lisa
    www.lisascreativeniche.blogspot.com

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  29. Designs that DelightMarch 1, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    I've never tried a side step card .. yours came out super cute! TFS!

    New follower here from DawnsDesignsthatDelight.blogspot.com

    Take care,
    Dawn ~ designsthatdelight@gmail.com

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  30. MelissaMarch 1, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    Looks like you came out of your crafters block because your finished product is wonderful! I just became your newest follower!

    Melissa
    www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com

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  31. Tristan's Time 4 Craftin'March 1, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    i like your card

    Tristan

    tristans_time_4_craftin@yahoo.com

    http://tristans-time-4-craftin.blogspot.com/

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  32. AnniebeeMarch 1, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    This card is just lovely! I'm so ready for Spring but not Summertime follows close behind and I'm not at all ready for that! I'm a new follower and would love to have you visit my blog if you get a chance. It has only been up and running for a few days now but there are a few projects posted there. I'll be back to have a better look around after the hop.

    Anne
    anniebeescraftroom.blogspot.com

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  33. Bevy48March 1, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Super sweet card, I love all the detail. Thank you for the inspiration and I am now a follwer of your blog (30) :-) blanphear @ yahoo dot com

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  34. VickiMarch 1, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Great card. Love the colors. Thanks for sharing.

    vwilson577 at yahoo.com

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  35. Life - Up, Down & SidewaysMarch 1, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Love the side step card. I will be hiting google for the instructions. Thanks for the ideas.

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  36. RachelMarch 1, 2011 at 1:06 PM

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  37. RachelMarch 1, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Thanks for the wonderful comments everyone! I'm stuck at school for conferences all day today, but for anyone interest in the directions for this making this card here is a link to the layout I used!

    http://www.scribd.com/doc/27934092/A-Side-Step-Card-Step-by-Step

    Thanks again for hopping along!

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  38. RosieMarch 1, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    OMG!!!!!!!!! BEAUTIFUL PROJECT!!!!

    rmini@satx.rr.com
    www.scraplovingminis.blogspot.com

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  39. Manhattan MandieMarch 1, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Before I comment on your card let me say I LOVE your blog background!!!! So cute :) Ok, that card is just adorable... I think I'm going to have to try a side step card sometime!!!

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  40. HeatherMarch 1, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    I absolutely love your card! It is so adorable and fun. You did a fabulous job thank you so much for sharing. I would love the directions if you have time!! ;)
    hmalagon@q.com

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  41. Marianne B in AZMarch 1, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Such a pretty card! It certainly does make me think "spring". The addition of the water can is such a great idea!

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  42. NormaMarch 1, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    Very pretty!! love the all the Spring colors on it!! TFS I'm now a new follower. YAY!!

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  43. BunnyfreakMarch 1, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Cute card!!
    username at yahoo dot com

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  44. ~ Creating a Crafty Life ~March 1, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    You did a beautiful job on your card! I've been intimated to try this, but you've inspired me! By the way, I just became a follower ;)

    ~Stacey~

    CreatingACraftyLife.blogspot.com
    CreatingACraftyLife at gmail dot com

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  45. ShellyMarch 1, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    I'm a new follower! I love your card. Thank you for sharing.
    http://mypaperlove.blogspot.com/

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  46. MaquelMarch 1, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Adorable card!! I haven't tried the step cards yet, but they are on my to-do list!!! Great job! I'm a new follower!

    Maquel
    mderosby at gmail dot com
    http://papermaineiac.blogspot.com

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  47. Kathy's Kreative SpotMarch 1, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Love your card, it is beautiful. i would love instructions when you have time to post them.

    Kathy
    Katsews at gmail dotcom

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  48. JessicaMarch 1, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Love love love the buttons on the watering can!!!

    Jessicah1102@yahoo.com
    http://thepinkpaperprincess.blogspot.com

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  49. Becky DunhamMarch 1, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    This is so beautiful Rachel! I have never tried a side step card, but I want to. If you post the instructions I will use them, but I can google :) Thanks so much for the inspiration!

    rebeccadunham at hotmail dot com

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  50. SuellaMarch 1, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Love your blog! I have never tried a card like this, going to give it a try. Great job cute springy card! tfs
    suella11@yahoo.com

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  51. ScrappyHeartzMarch 1, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    very cute! I have been wanting to try one of these cards! Thanks for sharing and I am now a follower!!


    HeartAMZ1@aol.com
    Debbie Chapman

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  52. Ashley NicoleMarch 1, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    Great side step card. Very pretty.
    Nikki
    www.theglamoroussideofscrapping.blogspot.com

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  53. SarahMarch 1, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    I love that watering can and those flowers really pop. I like how you added a larger cut to the side step card. Very pretty. Im a new follower.

    ~Sarah
    http://simplyshaddock.blogspot.com

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  54. TanyaMarch 1, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    LOVE IT!!! You did a GREAT job!!! You definitely ROCKED the SPRING theme!!! LOVE IT!!!

    Hugs,
    Tanya
    freddylswillima@windstream.net

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  55. MichelleMarch 1, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    this is very cute, I love how you used the buttons !!! I love buttons..lol !!
    michelle at scrappinwithmybug.com

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  56. The Crazy Crafting LadyMarch 1, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    Beautiful! I just found your blog thru the blog hop.

    ~*~Amber~*~
    http://cookingcraftingcamping.blogspot.com/

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  57. AnonymousMarch 1, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    It came out great. :0)
    snodine.wordpress.com

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  58. abusybee - DoubleClick ConnectionsMarch 1, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Great card! So springy and fun!

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  59. TrishaMarch 1, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    Great card. Love the watering can. TFS and I am a new follower. patnbobcuddy at gmail dot com

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  60. Crooked ScrapperMarch 1, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Great job!! The ribbons and buttons add just the right touch. TFS and a chance to win.
    cowbelleru@sbcglobal.net

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  61. ScrapnaticMarch 1, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    Cute project!! I love the watering can!!

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  62. JerseyJennMarch 1, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Pretty card! I like the side-step format! I am a follower.

    Jenn
    www.jerseyjenn.com

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  63. AlexMarch 1, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    very nice hop :) and wonderful project :)I'm a new follower:)

    HUGS !
    Alex
    http://www.youhadmeatcraft.com/

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  64. katieoMarch 1, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    Sidestep cards are so much fun you can use such a wide variety of embellishments. Great job. You must love your job-middle schoolers think they are so funny and that they are always right. I have a grumpy 7th grader because he broke his leg. Thanks for the idea and to all of the great teachers out there.

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  65. TrickutMarch 1, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Your card is awesome I haven't tried a side-step yet. Just will have to add it to the list not. lol

    Rachel
    http://trickut-rachelscrafts.blogspot.com/

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  66. AD-venture in HEELSMarch 1, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    This card is so awesome and unique. I don't think I have ever seen this type of card. I will have to add it to my list of to do. I am a new follower and you can check out my blog.

    Melissa
    www.adventuresinheels.com
    adventuresinheels@gmail.com

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  67. AnonymousMarch 1, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    Love that style of card. Great papers and colors. Your watering can and flowers are so cute. I'm a new follower.
    stuff@gt.rr.com
    http://cricutmimi.blogspot.com

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  68. Stuff-n-Such By LisaMarch 1, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    This is very cute!
    I love the accent of the buttons!
    Really makes it pop!
    I have never tried this type of card, but you have inspired me to maybe give it a go!
    Thanks!
    Lisa
    lisastuf.blogspot.com
    lisastuf at gmail dot com

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  69. JANLYNNMarch 1, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    This card contains all things spring. I am so ready to dig in the dirt.

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  70. CharlotteMarch 1, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Wow! What a great project and a super cute card. I just love the colors you used. The watering can and flower pot are adorable. And I am like you about ribbon. It is a delightful card!!

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  71. GiGiMarch 1, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    I love your side step card - beautiful. You did a great job. TFS!

    GiGi

    gigiact2 at bellsouth dot net

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  72. AnnaMarch 1, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    So cute!!! I really like this. So springy!!!
    I'm a follower.
    Thanks for the chance to win.
    http: // mamawann. blogspot. com/
    annadowdy at gmail dot com

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  73. JanetMarch 1, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Great looking card Love the colors and the waterbucket full of flowers just screams SPRING!
    http://ladyluvbug.blogspot.com/

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  74. UnknownMarch 1, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Fabulous job on your first side step, love it, I need to give this a whirl!! Thanks
    Cindy
    http://scrappingroom.blogspot.com/

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  75. karenskMarch 1, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Great card.I love the smell of Spring in the air. I became a follower.
    Thanks for sharing
    karenk3 at ameritech dot net

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  76. AudreyMarch 1, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    LOVE your side step card. I have never made one and would love to know how! Great job!!

    audrey@rosemansroost.com

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  77. GinaMarch 1, 2011 at 9:56 PM

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  78. GinaMarch 1, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    I love love this card! I am a new follower...if you wanna come visit me, I'm at ginascraftingspot.com :)

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  79. maria zelinskiMarch 1, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    what an incredible card. it is beautiful. thanks so much for sharing with us. pmlemaria@yahoo.com

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  80. st_mccallMarch 1, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    Tina M
    This card is wonderful, so full of inspiration and spring! Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win. I am a new follower also!
    st_mccall@yahoo.com

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  81. JulieMarch 1, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    I love these cards. How cute is your little watering can!!

    Cricut Chick
    www.cricutchick.com
    cricutchick at rocketmail dot com

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  82. JaeMarch 1, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Adorable! Love the all the colours!
    Jenn
    craftyfulgardens.blogspot.com

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  83. ReginaMarch 1, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    You made a great step card. Your extras like the buttons are perfect.
    regina95370@sbcglobal.net

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  84. TishaMarch 2, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    This looks so hard and you made it awesome! I will have to try this someday. I am a new follower and hope u can become one of mine.

    TFS!
    Tisha
    http://tishascraftcove.blogspot.com

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  85. Sandy S. (CraftyCreations)March 2, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    Wow..... love your card. Would love to try to make one of those. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Sandy
    http://thecraftycreationspot.blogspot.com/

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  86. clairbeldiazMarch 2, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    I love the card! Thanks for sharing!

    Clairbeldiaz@sbcglobal.net

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  87. MariaMarch 2, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    Such a pretty card! TFS

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  88. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 1:03 AM

    I LOVE that side step card!! I have never seen one like it and I have to try it!

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  89. Kris in AlaskaMarch 2, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    Love that watering can! Cute! TFS!

    Kris in Alaska
    funamom at yahoo dot com

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  90. Denise-ScrapmouseMarch 2, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    Beautiful card! Love the design. Thanks for sharing.

    coupondenise at live dot com

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  91. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    I love your card! I really need to start making the non traditional styles so I might give this a try! Thanks for the inspiration!

    tampatha01@gmail.com

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  92. MelissaMarch 2, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    What a cute side step card, love the watering pot with those buttons, great job!

    http://melissa-moecreations.blogspot.com/

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  93. Annette MMarch 3, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Great card! I've never made one of these, now that I've seen yours I'll will have to try.

    TFS!

    http://creatingforlife.blogspot.com/

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  94. BUZZY BEE DESIGNS and GRAPHICSMarch 3, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    I'm in a Hopping mood
    Rebecca minor
    buzzybeedesigns(AT)yahoo(DOT)com

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  95. TheresaMarch 4, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    This is just so cute! I love the watering can. TFS
    Theresa
    tmdettloff@gmail.com

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