Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Blog Hop is On! Offering prizes!!


Hello and welcome to the Whimsy Stamps March new rubber release BLOG HOP!

We have 13 fabulous new Whimsy Stamps plus 2 new wonderful dies to show you today! These new goodies are available to buy right now from the Whimsy Stamps store along with all your Whimsy favourites. We also have our wonderful special guests joining us for this hop - Beate Johns, Deb Routledge, Jacque Beddingfield and Elaine Hughes!

The Whimsy Stamps DT have been sneak peeking these fabulous stamps for the past 4 days, so if you missed them be sure to hop on over to the Whimsy Inspirations Blog for some more inspiration!

Here is a full list of the wonderful new rubber stamps and dies being released today:


If you would like to participate in the hop and you didn't arrive here from Marley's blog, please CLICK HERE to return to the beginning of the hop at Crystal’s blog.

The hop starts today (Wednesday March 16th at noon EST) and ends on Wednesday March 23rd at noon EST.

For this hop we have 6 different prize draws! We have not one but TWO grand prize draws, so two lucky hoppers will win a large selection of new release stamps. Grand Prize 1 will be for those who help us advertise the hop, and Grand Prize 2 will be for those who hop along with us. Also, we have 4 mini candy stops throughout the hop where you can enter to win a new release stamp! I'm not going to tell you where they are, so if you haven't found them you'll just have go back to the beginning and start hopping! *wink*
And my blog is one of the places offering a prize!  If you add your name in the Inlinkz option at the bottom of this post, you will get a chance to win "Benny and Joon Have Cake" pictured here:
*NEW Benny and Joon Have Cake
This is a deeply etched high quality red rubber stamp that Whimsy is offering.  It comes with that cute saying stamp too that you can trim off and use however you want (or should I say "wish", heh-heh).  All Whimsy stamps come already mounted on EZ foam and untrimmed.   Be sure to enter your name, and if you don't have a blog, let me know in a comment and you'll be added at the end of the list!
For my blog hop creation I used my own illustration I call,  "Celebrate Big!"  It is sold in a set along with that cute saying that Ann created to go with it.  

I stamped "Celebrate Big!" using Versafine Onyx Black ink (it is water proof) onto 140 lb cold press water colour paper by Canson.   I coloured the image using water based ink markers, namely Tombow Pens.  Really it is just the same method as painting with water colours.  The only difference is that you can colour the ink directly onto the picture and then spread it with the water.  And the results are different too; I find the inks to be much brighter and vibrant colours than water colour paint.  You don't need Tombow Pens to do this method though; any water based ink markers will do!  I have two tutorials on how I colour like this if you are interested.  Just click HERE and HERE 
or look under my blog banner for the tabs that take you there. 
Here is your close-up:
I have entered this card into the following challenges:
So now it's time for you to continue the hop by hopping on over to Donna's blog.

Finally, here is a complete blog hop list in hopping order:





Thank you so much for hopping with us today and I hope you enjoy the new releases!

God bless each and every one of you!
Crissy
Posted by Crissy Armstrong at 3/16/2011 12:00:00 PM

83 comments:

  1. Rhonda MillerWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 12:29:00 PM EDT

    Oh, what a cute card. I just love that image, it's so cute. TFS.

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  2. VanjaWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 12:30:00 PM EDT

    This is absolutely stunning, Crissy!! Amazing colouring, gorgeous design, the image really stands out.
    hugs
    Vanja

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  3. AnonymousWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 12:31:00 PM EDT

    Crissy, I just ADORE This image and your coloring really makes this cutie pie come to life!! Really incredible card!! HUGS

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  4. SaskiaWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 12:46:00 PM EDT

    Crissy,

    Wow, wow... great card with the new releases!!! This blog hop is soooo fun!! Thanks!

    Hop hop hop... to the next blog!

    Sweet greetings, Saskia

    **the badge is on my blog**

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  5. EsmeWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 12:46:00 PM EDT

    Wow Crissy!! Your colouring is amazing - I adore how you've done the cute elephant!!

    Esme x

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  6. kbrandy4Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at 12:56:00 PM EDT

    Love your card Crissy and the elephant is such a cutie, gorgeous colouring. Hugs Hazel xx

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  7. AutumnWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 1:08:00 PM EDT

    This is sooo cute, and your coloring is AMAZING, love this!
    xxAutumn

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  8. AngelWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 1:11:00 PM EDT

    I just have to tell you that your coloring job is FABULOUS! One of the best I have seen!

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  9. StempelkoboldWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 1:26:00 PM EDT

    Hi, your coloration is adorable! So bright colors! Thank you for your inspiration, many greets from Austria, Dominique

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  10. Erin...Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at 1:27:00 PM EDT

    TOO adorable!! Your coloring of this cutie is just perfect!! Thanks for creating him, he's one of my all time favs now:)

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  11. BeateWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 1:29:00 PM EDT

    Crissy, your new stamps are so darling! Your coloring looks amazing! Beautiful card.
    Hugs and smiles

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  12. AnonymousWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 1:32:00 PM EDT

    Beautiful coloring! And the image is super cute!

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  13. AnnekeWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 1:48:00 PM EDT

    What a lovely card!! And your coloring is amazing :) I love this cute elephant!!
    Hugs Anneke

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  14. LaetitiaWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 1:54:00 PM EDT

    Your elephant is absolutely gorgeous Crissy. And the colouring is wow... amazing. Thank you for such a brilliant imspiration.
    Have a great day,
    Laetitia xx

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  15. Sherry KushibabWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 2:03:00 PM EDT

    The coloring of the elephant is just outstanding...the details of the grass so wonderful. He looks just like he is heading out for a party. Great background paper and details.

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  16. downrightcraftyWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 2:12:00 PM EDT

    pretty creation, thank you for sharing your lovely work with us at the SCSC
    Hugs Kate xx

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  17. Nazeema Calypso ThompsonWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 2:13:00 PM EDT

    Crissy,
    This is BEAUTIFUL!!!! OMG, you are so blessed and I am happy that you share your work with us.

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  18. Chris Olsen, GlowbugWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 2:18:00 PM EDT

    What a fun card, Crissy!! I just love the coloring of your elephant!! It looks real!! Your design with the sentiment in the flower and your colors!! Gorgeous! Your illustrations were so fun to work with...you are uber talented!!
    hugs,
    Chris

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  19. UnknownWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 2:30:00 PM EDT

    this is a gorgeous card... I love this image!
    Hugs
    Kim
    x

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  20. LindaSWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 2:38:00 PM EDT

    All over the top coloring of the totally cute image. I'll become a follower and be back to se your tuts. TFS your talent.

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  21. MimiWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 2:50:00 PM EDT

    WOW! Beautiful card! Love the rich, vibrant colors! TFS! ;)

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  22. MarilynWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 2:51:00 PM EDT

    Great card! I love how you've coloured the image.

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  23. MinaWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 3:13:00 PM EDT

    wow Crissy what sensational colours you used for this cutie...fabulous card
    Mina xxx

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  24. SoniaWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 3:26:00 PM EDT

    Hi Crissy
    Love your pretty card! I like the elephant image and all the details you put on you card.
    Thanks for another chance to win on this fabulous blog hop.
    Sony Rivera
    Sonia-Studio60

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  25. Marie-AnneWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 3:31:00 PM EDT

    It's a cutie!

    Marie-Anne

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  26. Kelly - Peace Love LacquerWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 3:46:00 PM EDT

    Your coloring is gorgeous!! Love those little flowers :)

    Thanks for joining us at Secret Crafter! Hope to see you again soon!

    ~Kelly

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  27. HelenWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 3:46:00 PM EDT

    Love your card; this is my most favourite image of the new release (I just love those big grey ones). Thanks for the chance to win another one of this cuties. Regards.

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  28. CrystalWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 3:57:00 PM EDT

    Oh my GOODNESS Crissy this is totally AMAZINg, your coloring is jaw dropping just like your drawings....GORGEOUS Crissy and thanks soo much for another FABULOUS release!

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  29. Geri UrumovaWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 3:59:00 PM EDT

    A very elegant and funny card at the same time!
    Hugs,
    Geri

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  30. DebWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 4:04:00 PM EDT

    wow, your colouring is amazing Crissy, I just have to study the colours you choose, your card is so fabulous! happy crafting Debx

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  31. AnkiWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 4:22:00 PM EDT

    Lovely as always! Kramis - Anki

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  32. Rosa ForinoWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 4:32:00 PM EDT

    davvero piena di dettagli la tua card, davvero bellissima ciao rosa.kreattiva

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  33. DonnaWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 4:32:00 PM EDT

    Awesome Crissy, love your coloring style, and looking forward to coloring this cutie up too.
    hugs
    Donna xx

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  34. SemSeeWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 4:41:00 PM EDT

    Your colouring is out of this world! I LOVE this so much! Adore how you're used the sentiment as the centre of the flower - inspired! Thank you for sharing you amazing talent with us, as a crafter and as an artist! You ROCK!!!! Hugs, Simonne x

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  35. DebbyWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 4:57:00 PM EDT

    Chrissy, the image you created is so darn cute! and you r card is great...love the sentiment too. Hugs!

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  36. HeideWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 5:27:00 PM EDT

    Super duper Fab card, your coloring is just Awesome.cute flower, Thanks for joining us at SCH.
    Hugs, Heide
    SCH DT

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  37. NonaWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 5:42:00 PM EDT

    Such a darling card, Crissy. Your coloring on the elephant is amazing. Thanks for sharing :)

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  38. AnonymousWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 6:53:00 PM EDT

    gorgeous card! lOvely stamo thanks for the chance to win!

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  39. Shirley NWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 7:21:00 PM EDT

    Wonderful fun card Crissy! I love how you colored your elephant, gorgeous!!!

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  40. ~Denise Lynn~Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at 8:18:00 PM EDT

    Super fun card Crissy! Love this image and all the new ones! Thank you so much for sharing them with us at Whimsy - they are all so fun and great to work with too! Love your coloring on this image - you nailed the elephant colors perfectly, he looks real! :)

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  41. TrishaWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 8:28:00 PM EDT

    Wonderful card. I just keep getting more and more impressed. I am a new follower and I will be coming back to learn some of your copic techniques. Awesome job. patnbobcuddy at gmail dot com

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  42. Stephanie aka NerdetteWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 8:56:00 PM EDT

    Of course this a fabulous card, but I want to take a moment to gush about your colouring. You did an amazing job. I love the watercolour feel of Tombows, I will definitely check out your tutorials.

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  43. Mona`s Bittelille ScrappekrokWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 9:00:00 PM EDT

    Fantastic card! Such beautiful colours. And i also loooove your colouring! Hugs...Mona

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  44. RufusWednesday, March 16, 2011 at 9:35:00 PM EDT

    Crissy, I'm blogless, but would love to have a chance to win the stamp. I really like your new releases. Your coloring is so marvelous! Perfect paper choices. Thank you for the chance.
    R/

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  45. CrafterkhushThursday, March 17, 2011 at 12:33:00 AM EDT

    I love the colouring.. The elephant looks real.. Really nice work..!!

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  46. Annette BowesThursday, March 17, 2011 at 1:39:00 AM EDT

    Stunning card Crissy, amazing colouring (have to check your links out later thanks), fantastic new images, 'Benny and Joon are so cute, take careX:)

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  47. hellerlittleThursday, March 17, 2011 at 2:44:00 AM EDT

    Dear Crissy, TFS this wonderfull colored little Elephant... he looks so real and funny with his lots of presents!!!!
    May God bless you and all you love ...cu hellerlittle

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  48. aletheaThursday, March 17, 2011 at 2:46:00 AM EDT

    This elephant is such a gorgeous image and you have done an amazing job colouring him!! Thanks for a chance to win a stamp. Hugs xx

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  49. Jenny V.Thursday, March 17, 2011 at 4:13:00 AM EDT

    Beautiful card! Love the vibrant colors you use. This elephant is just too cute.

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  50. AnnikaThursday, March 17, 2011 at 4:32:00 AM EDT

    Oh Crissy, I am SO taking notes here! What an incredible colouring - love the way you have combined the greys with purplish hues - your elephant just GLOWS!!
    And I need to try to do the grass like you do - wonderful subtle hint of distance.
    Hugs
    Annika

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  51. Randi WSThursday, March 17, 2011 at 5:25:00 AM EDT

    Hi Crissy
    Your card is fantastic! Love your coloring, and the colorful card :) I get a huge smile on my face of this image ;)

    Lots of love,
    Randi WS

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  52. ShimeThursday, March 17, 2011 at 5:40:00 AM EDT

    I like the card , it is so joyful!

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  53. Fifi FolleThursday, March 17, 2011 at 6:00:00 AM EDT

    Love that image & your colouring is amazing! x

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  54. LyndiThursday, March 17, 2011 at 6:29:00 AM EDT

    Love your card. The watercolouring looks great. Wll be off to have a look at your tutorial right after I finish the hop. TFS.
    Lxx

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  55. UtaThursday, March 17, 2011 at 7:29:00 AM EDT

    Hi Chrissy,

    the card you made is so cute.

    Thanks for the chance to win this cute Stamp.

    Greetings, Uta

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  56. MonicaThursday, March 17, 2011 at 9:07:00 AM EDT

    What a cute elephant. Coloring fantastic and a great creation.

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  57. RietThursday, March 17, 2011 at 9:52:00 AM EDT

    So gorgeous card Crissy,I love the image and your papers.

    Hugs Riet.xx

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  58. CherylThursday, March 17, 2011 at 10:52:00 AM EDT

    Your card is adorable! I just love the new images.

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  59. bernietom47Thursday, March 17, 2011 at 12:55:00 PM EDT

    Simply Adorable! Your coloring is amaizing. I would love to win but alas no blog.
    Blessings Bernie
    bernietom47 at yahoo dot com

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  60. AnneliesThursday, March 17, 2011 at 1:47:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous card! I absolutely love your colouring! Such an elephant is not so easy I think. Greetings from Belgium, Annelies

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  61. DianeThursday, March 17, 2011 at 6:17:00 PM EDT

    What a cute card. Your coloring is just fantastic.

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  62. NikkiThursday, March 17, 2011 at 7:15:00 PM EDT

    What a stunning Card love it and your coloring is wonderful
    hugs Nikki C

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  63. ThereseThursday, March 17, 2011 at 8:19:00 PM EDT

    Thanks for sharing Crissy! Love it x

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  64. UnknownThursday, March 17, 2011 at 8:22:00 PM EDT

    Cute card! Thanks for sharing!

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  65. PeggysueFriday, March 18, 2011 at 11:15:00 AM EDT

    Wow Crissy, your painting of that elephant is phenomenal! I was trying to color an elephant just last night & I was really struggling with it. Now I'm totally inspired to try it again. Thanks!

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  66. BrennaFriday, March 18, 2011 at 11:47:00 AM EDT

    that is a beautiful card!! I love the celebrate big image!! super cute!! tfs
    brenna
    rbanderson@live.ca

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  67. Tenny KusumaFriday, March 18, 2011 at 4:08:00 PM EDT

    Your elephant card is so cute. Love the color. :D
    Have a great weekend.

    Tenny

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  68. HelenFriday, March 18, 2011 at 5:09:00 PM EDT

    Awww...this is such a cute card!
    Thanks for joining us at the SCSC!
    Helen x

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  69. UnknownFriday, March 18, 2011 at 7:59:00 PM EDT

    I love the card, TFS. I am a new follower.
    Hugs,
    Melissa D
    mkds312@hotmail.com
    www.sleeplesswonder.blogspot.com

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  70. AmyJRockstarFriday, March 18, 2011 at 10:28:00 PM EDT

    I posted my link, but I had to comment because I love your elephant and your awesome coloring! This hop is just amazing! I am happy to be a new follower!

    XO ~ Amy Jo (follower)
    amyjrockstar at gmail dot com
    http://lv2scrapandfibrofacts.blogspot.com/

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  71. Mary DuffekSaturday, March 19, 2011 at 1:13:00 AM EDT

    Oh my goodness!!! Look at your gorgeous coloring....love, love, love your card, thank you for playing along in the Sugar Creek Hollow Challenge this week. Simply Fabulous!

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  72. GailSaturday, March 19, 2011 at 3:19:00 AM EDT

    Hi Crissy.... you do such beautiful work, i am definitely inspired! i sure am enjoying this blog hop!

    Blessings!

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  73. JulyeSaturday, March 19, 2011 at 7:15:00 AM EDT

    Another everso cute cuddly i so love your animals especially the elephants and this card is stunning love the colouring and it really looks as if the re is movement. Thanks for sharing.

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  74. ShazzaSaturday, March 19, 2011 at 2:00:00 PM EDT

    such a gorgeous card Crissy, your colouring is always superb x

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  75. Mocha-Latte CraftsSaturday, March 19, 2011 at 7:39:00 PM EDT

    Wow, what an amazing talent you have. I think your design is beautiful. Thanks for sharing, Tanya R.

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  76. Lori AragonSunday, March 20, 2011 at 12:52:00 AM EDT

    Crissy, this is the MOST FABULOUSLY colored image I've seen in a long time!!! You are so very talented :) Thanks for the fun card!
    Love n hugs,
    Lori

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  77. JuliepSunday, March 20, 2011 at 12:03:00 PM EDT

    Wow, Crissy this card is just awesome. So fun. Love the image and the way you put the card together. Thanks so much for sharing with us.

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  78. Lisa R.Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 12:07:00 PM EDT

    Love the deep colors. Great image! http://lisaspaperaddiction.blogspot.com/

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  79. Linda Coughlin, the funkie junkieSunday, March 20, 2011 at 1:45:00 PM EDT

    Beautiful work! Your coloring is always amazing. Congrats on another winning release! So happy I found time to join in the Whimsey release blog hop.

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  80. LeanneMonday, March 21, 2011 at 7:06:00 AM EDT

    You've got the colors for the elephant perfectly right. Beautiful!

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  81. Diana SearsMonday, March 21, 2011 at 11:24:00 PM EDT

    I love the card.... he is beautiful. love the colors.


    diana s
    hurst tx

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  82. Christy/Tiddly Inks DigitalsSunday, March 27, 2011 at 12:11:00 PM EDT

    Crissy, how gorgeous is that elephant! :)

    Thanks for stopping by my blog...I too would love to use your work, but like you said, I can barely get my own done and colored. LOL

    Not to worry...It is enough to respect and admire. :)
    Best wishes,
    Christy

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  83. MariaMonday, April 4, 2011 at 8:00:00 AM EDT

    Crissy, Crissy, Crissy! This is absolutely stunning! I'm mesmerized by your colouring especially the elephant. He pops off the page and the skin tone combo is fabulous. Hugs, Maria

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