Saturday, October 3, 2015

Happy World Card Making Day! - 6 am EDT - Miriam






Happy World  Card Making Day!

 Since I love geography, we'll be seeing the Challenge Team throughout the day based on their location in the United States from east to west! Say hello to Miriam Prantner who hails from the Washington, DC area.

This is the second of nine posts on this blog today (every two hours from 4 am EDT to 8 pm EDT) where the MFT Challenge & Inspiration Team and our October Guest Designer (you'll get to meet her at 2 pm!) will share Christmas and holiday cards and tips. 

On each post, we'll be offering AWESOME prizes including My Favorite Things holiday favorites from the past as well as brand spanking new products from the October release that won't be available until next Tuesday. Yep, this is your chance for a sneak peek! Details for how you can get your to chance to win can be found later on in this post.

Take a look at Miriam's card! 

Season's Greetings Card by Miriam Prantner featuring the Birdie Brown Penguins in Paradise stamp set, the Birdie Brown Santa's Elves stamp set and Die-namics, and the Snow Drifts Cover-Up Die-namics #mftstamps #wcmd2015

Here's what Miriam has to say:

 "The October release is full of holiday goodness, but it also has some great basics that can be used year round. My favorite is the Stitched Arch STAX. It's just perfect for framing/spotlighting your focal point. I also love the Snow Drifts Cover-Up Die-namics. For this card I used some of the cuts from the Cover-Up to create the background of my scene. 

 "One of my favorite sets released this year was Penguins in Paradise, and while the set definitely has a summery tropical theme, penguins are well suited for snow, too. For my card I used the penguin holding a cocktail, but fussy cut the penguin, removing the cocktail. Instead, he's holding up one of the ornaments from the new Santa's Elves set, and I added a few gifts from that set too. Finally, I finished the card off with a sentiment from the new Hand Lettered Holiday set. I just love that classic font!"

While we are over here celebrating World Card Making Day, the My Favorite Things October release is hitting the Internet with full force at the My Favorite Things blog. Make sure to visit yesterday's post HERE and today's post HERE to see new products and the awesome projects created by the amazing My Favorite Things Design Team!

So here's the second prize of the day — one randomly selected winner will be chosen from the comments on this post to win the prize pictured below:

6 am prize 

Grand Holiday Greetings stamp set and 
*not yet released* Snow Drifts Cover-Up Die-namics 


 


You have until Monday, October 5 at noon EDT to leave your comment. All winners will be announced here on our Tuesday, October 6th, You've Been Spotted post.

We can't wait to see what you're creating so be sure to use #mftstamps and #WCMD2015 when posting your cards on Instagram and feel free to post in our My Favorite Things Facebook group or MFT Challenge & Inspiration Facebook group.

Happy World Card Making Day from My Favorite Things! See you at 8 am EDT!

Susan R. Opel, Creative Ambassador for My Favorite Things
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135 comments:

  1. Christine TraversaOctober 3, 2015 at 6:57 AM

    Neeeeed that background!

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  2. UnknownOctober 3, 2015 at 7:05 AM

    Your penguin is super cuuuuuute! Maybe I will start my Christmas cards today! Wow, mind blown! lol Happy WCMD!

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  3. Sara PaschalOctober 3, 2015 at 7:09 AM

    Lovin' the dies used for this background. Perfection!!!!

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  4. Anita in FranceOctober 3, 2015 at 7:25 AM

    Love how that sweet little penguin is framed with that brilliant arch stax ... such an adorable card! Anita :)

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  5. UnknownOctober 3, 2015 at 7:44 AM

    Christmas sentiments are the best! Love this time of year.

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  6. EmilyOctober 3, 2015 at 7:54 AM

    The Penguins is one of my favorite stamps as well. Since we have relocated to sunny FL from snowy OH, I love the idea of them on my Christmas cards.

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  7. Helle AppeltOctober 3, 2015 at 8:04 AM

    Would love this set. Awesome background.

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  8. Andrea MacTrinhOctober 3, 2015 at 8:12 AM

    Love your card and I love the new stitched arches too - definitely on my must-have list. Happy cardmaking day.

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  9. anja curversOctober 3, 2015 at 8:30 AM

    This card is so, so cute love it but that cover up die gotta have it!!!!!!! So thank you very much for the chance to win.

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  10. LoriOctober 3, 2015 at 8:34 AM

    Super sweet card! Love it!!

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  11. ShalanaOctober 3, 2015 at 8:59 AM

    Super cute! I really like the font of the sentiment!

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  12. JillOctober 3, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    Well, this one by MP is cleverly fantastic! Naturally. :) just love the penguin goodness and these dies. So cute all together. Yay for holiday product that can be used year round!

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  13. LILIANAOctober 3, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    Adorable! Love the new cover up.

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  14. STASIA SLOMAOctober 3, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    Love the snow drifts! It is now on my wish list. Happy World Card Making Day!

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  15. UnknownOctober 3, 2015 at 9:11 AM

    I love your penguin card- it is so cute!

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  16. UnknownOctober 3, 2015 at 9:15 AM

    love the transformation of summer penguin to winter penguin - genius! fab card!! xo

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  17. KarenOctober 3, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    What a great idea! Love those penguins

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  18. SabineVOctober 3, 2015 at 9:21 AM

    That penguin with ornament are adorable!just too cute

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  19. Vankleeck6October 3, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    The paradise penguins do Christmas... Love it! I have that set and will definitely try this! Happy WCMD!

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  20. MyrnaOctober 3, 2015 at 9:26 AM

    Cute card!

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  21. DebbieOctober 3, 2015 at 9:35 AM

    Love the simplicity of your card. Just darling!!

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  22. SamOctober 3, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    How sweet is that penguin?! Your coloring is amazing. Beautiful card!

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  23. Diana FernandezOctober 3, 2015 at 9:53 AM

    Amazing card! I love that new die!

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  24. Diane JaquayOctober 3, 2015 at 9:58 AM

    Miriam's card is FABULOUS!! Love how she used the summer penguin and turned this into a holiday card, so creative!!

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  25. wendyOctober 3, 2015 at 10:00 AM

    Miriam your card was adorable so creative

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  26. KarenOctober 3, 2015 at 10:00 AM

    I love your card. The penguin is so cute. I need to get ahold of that die

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  27. Michelle tOctober 3, 2015 at 10:04 AM

    So cute. Awesome coloring. Thanks very much for a chance to win that awesome stamp set. Michelle t

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  28. Kerry MOctober 3, 2015 at 10:05 AM

    I can definitely picture this for more than just snow drifts - Mountains, waves, and just a cool layered background in general. :)
    Love the way it's used for the card and how simple it is, even with all the little details.

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  29. Berina RGAOctober 3, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    Such s cute card!! Love your coloring of the penguins..
    -Berina
    Moxie Craftie

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  30. UnknownOctober 3, 2015 at 10:21 AM

    Penguins where they belong!!! lol :)

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  31. NatashaOctober 3, 2015 at 10:23 AM

    The penguins are so cute! I absolutely love the snow drifts die!

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  32. Ta-TanishaOctober 3, 2015 at 10:36 AM

    I have to have that snow drifts cover up. Very versatile

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  33. UnknownOctober 3, 2015 at 10:40 AM

    I love, love your card. You did a great job! Thank you for sharing.

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  34. Beckie WilliamsOctober 3, 2015 at 10:43 AM

    Your penguin is so darn sweet!! I love your scene you created. Wonderful job!!

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  35. NancyOctober 3, 2015 at 10:50 AM

    Love that sweet little penguin! Adorable card!

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  36. natashakaraOctober 3, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    I just love the versatility of the penguins. Such a sweet card :)

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  37. Karen @ Misplaced MojoOctober 3, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    Miriam's penguin card is just adorable. I love the stitched arch STAX, but be still my heart... the upcoming snow drift die, oh my!!!!

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  38. Virginia L.October 3, 2015 at 11:21 AM

    Well done, Miriam! I love the creative layering and use of dies! You really show off the MFT products fabulously! Happy WCMD!

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  39. UnknownOctober 3, 2015 at 11:34 AM

    Cute Pinguin and adorable card!!

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  40. Cindy GrohOctober 3, 2015 at 11:38 AM

    Awww he's a cutie. Love your card.

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  41. Lisa's Creative NicheOctober 3, 2015 at 11:46 AM

    Oh he's so cute!!!! Loveeeee your coloring and card!

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  42. CreatedbyKay (Kay Norman)October 3, 2015 at 11:58 AM

    Such fun prizes! I love MFT and my CC statement proves it!

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  43. Kim SOctober 3, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    That little penguin is so charming - I love him in that new stitched arch!

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  44. ValByDesign, ValerieOctober 3, 2015 at 12:03 PM

    Cuuuuute card! Cool new products!

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  45. MarisaOctober 3, 2015 at 12:08 PM

    That penguin is just too cute!! Love the negative space too. Snow drift die is so much fun! Can never have enough Christmas goodies in my stash :) Thanks for the chance to win.

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  46. FeMOctober 3, 2015 at 12:11 PM

    The penguin is just so cute. Love the sentiments.

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  47. Lexa LevanaOctober 3, 2015 at 12:12 PM

    Clever idea with that bell. Looove it. You card's absolutely darling

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  48. I Card EveryoneOctober 3, 2015 at 12:16 PM

    Miriam he is the cutest - ever! Oh do those sentiments belong in my stash!!! Thank you!
    =] Michele

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  49. CrestajuneOctober 3, 2015 at 12:17 PM

    I love your cute little penguin scene... I can't wait to get my hands on the Stitched Arch STAX and the Hand Lettered Holiday stamps.

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  50. D.Ann COctober 3, 2015 at 12:18 PM

    That snow drifts cover up die is fantastic!!

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  51. AngelOctober 3, 2015 at 12:18 PM

    How genius to have him holding an ornament! LOVE it!!! Such a sweet card!

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  52. paperpapierOctober 3, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    great sentiment stamp and fabulous die! Love them all!

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  53. zehraOctober 3, 2015 at 12:56 PM

    The card is adorable I agree penguins is my fav too. Love the snow cover up

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  54. AnonymousOctober 3, 2015 at 1:03 PM

    Omg...So sweet card..Thanks for sharing and thanks for the inspairation..Thanks for the chance to win this amazing prize too.Happy World Card Making Day to you!!

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  55. snazzyjjOctober 3, 2015 at 1:08 PM

    That penguin just melts my heart. Happy WCMD!!! Great prize too.

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  56. JeanneanOctober 3, 2015 at 1:14 PM

    Lovin' your crafty goodness! Great way to stretch your stamps! I love your layout and the new products too!!

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  57. Tricia BarberOctober 3, 2015 at 1:21 PM

    Love your idea and just love these penguins!

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  58. BrendaOctober 3, 2015 at 1:26 PM

    I love this sweet, soft creation! The Arch Stax are definitely on my wishlist!

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  59. VanilljasOctober 3, 2015 at 1:35 PM

    i love this penguin holding christmas decoration :)

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  60. GretaOctober 3, 2015 at 1:58 PM

    Miriam comes up with the cutest ideas--love her card! I really "need" the new die & would give the wonderful stamp set I already own as a gift, so thank you for the chance to win!

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  61. Nathalia O.October 3, 2015 at 1:59 PM

    Such a cleaver idea, using the summery penguins with a holiday theme! And that scripty sentiment, love it!

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  62. Michele LourencoOctober 3, 2015 at 2:09 PM

    Absolutely adorable card with the penguin. I love how penguins can be used all year long!

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  63. Michele K. HendersonOctober 3, 2015 at 2:11 PM

    This little penguin is adorable! super fun and whimsical too!
    Take care!
    Michele

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  64. JacquelineOctober 3, 2015 at 2:19 PM

    elegantly simple. I am always in need of Christmas sentiments

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  65. Susan WhiteOctober 3, 2015 at 2:29 PM

    Cute card!! love the layout.

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  66. AlannaOctober 3, 2015 at 2:48 PM

    Such a cute card from Miriam.

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  67. Jessica G.October 3, 2015 at 3:01 PM

    What an adorable penguin!! And that new stamp set and die is definitely coming to my house!!

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  68. Paper-Ink-CardsOctober 3, 2015 at 3:03 PM

    More, more, more goodies!

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  69. Mary-Anne VOctober 3, 2015 at 3:10 PM

    Very cute little guy and love the sweet snowy scene.

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  70. AnnheidelOctober 3, 2015 at 3:13 PM

    Oh fun! I love how you used the penguin in a Christmas scene. Love the new Snow Drifts die!

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  71. Jess KOctober 3, 2015 at 3:50 PM

    Love this adorable little penguin Miriam. Adorable card!!

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  72. lyndaOctober 3, 2015 at 4:10 PM

    I can think of a lot of ideas for that Snow Drifts Coverup die!

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  73. SylviaOctober 3, 2015 at 4:21 PM

    How clever to mix it up! Your card is beautiful & I love those penguins.

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  74. Hippymom83October 3, 2015 at 4:36 PM

    HA!! I little Christmas penguin! How adorable! :)

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  75. Felicia - Scrapper in the MakingOctober 3, 2015 at 5:08 PM

    Very cute card. Yes, I agree it's really easy to match up MFT stamps/dies with other holiday celebrations other than the season of the set itself. Great tip.

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  76. JaniceOctober 3, 2015 at 5:12 PM

    Love the penguins (so on trend) and the arch.

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  77. ScrappyCheanOctober 3, 2015 at 5:14 PM

    Love this card. Cute!!!!

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  78. Shona ChambersOctober 3, 2015 at 5:19 PM

    Just love Miriam and I'm a huge fan of her designs. This card is such a sweetie and love how she changed the penguin to be holding the decoration. And I would LOVE to win that new wavy die!!!!!!

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  79. Kristie GouletOctober 3, 2015 at 5:42 PM

    Adorable card! Love the penquin!

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  80. LindaOctober 3, 2015 at 5:46 PM

    That lenguin is so darn cute! Love how you created the scene

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  81. Judy StilesOctober 3, 2015 at 6:40 PM

    Love your card, Miriam ... Penguins in Paradise are one of my favs!

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  82. Amy C.October 3, 2015 at 6:40 PM

    The penguin is adorable and the prizes are awesome! Thanks!

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  83. IWannaStampRightNowOctober 3, 2015 at 6:47 PM

    That little penguin guy is a cute!!!

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  84. CarisaOctober 3, 2015 at 6:52 PM

    LOVE that new arch die and how you used the penguin from a summer set to create a completely holiday card!

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  85. Kathy SalidoOctober 3, 2015 at 7:07 PM

    Such a sweet card, and who doesn't love penguins! Love how you showed how you can pair up the stamps set to create whatever you want!

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  86. EvaOctober 3, 2015 at 7:34 PM

    This little penguin is do cute with all his presents!

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  87. EvaOctober 3, 2015 at 7:34 PM

    This little penguin is do cute with all his presents!

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  88. HelenOctober 3, 2015 at 7:37 PM

    I love this! It's so fabulous how you combined sets :)

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  89. Rita WOctober 3, 2015 at 8:02 PM

    I am IN LOVE with that cover-up plate! So awesome!! I love how you made such a fun clean-and-simple card. Let that little cute penguin shine!

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  90. Angela WaltersOctober 3, 2015 at 8:10 PM

    I absolutely love your card! I have the penguins set, but I don't drink alcoholic beverages, so I've never used that penguin. I had thought I could probably mask the drink out of his hand. Now, you've done it with fussy cutting! I'm glad to see this idea. I will definitely be stamplifting it! (Of course, I'll give you credit!)

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  91. alsbunbunOctober 3, 2015 at 8:16 PM

    Super fun card! Penguins stamp set is always irresistible!

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  92. Joanne MacKenzieOctober 3, 2015 at 8:22 PM

    Sweet!! What a cute card!! My daughter loves penguins and she would love this card.

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  93. AnonymousOctober 3, 2015 at 9:00 PM

    Miriam, I just love your little penguin! Your use of color is awesome!

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  94. SmilynStefOctober 3, 2015 at 9:19 PM

    Would love love love to win that cover-up ... what a sweet little card.

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  95. Sue DOctober 3, 2015 at 10:22 PM

    I like the dies you used on this cute card.

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  96. Brandi ROctober 3, 2015 at 10:23 PM

    Super cute card! LOVE the penguin ♥

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  97. Chitra NairOctober 3, 2015 at 10:36 PM

    Such a cute card, I love it!!!
    And the giveaway stencil is amazing...

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  98. arlsmom aka LyndaOctober 3, 2015 at 10:41 PM

    Super adorable!!!

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  99. Sue McRaeOctober 3, 2015 at 10:47 PM

    How cute is that penguin card!

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  100. Rebecca EdnieOctober 3, 2015 at 11:05 PM

    Your penguin is so adorable!

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  101. Chriss BlagraveOctober 3, 2015 at 11:12 PM

    I love how you swapped out the drink for the ornament...very clever and cute!

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  102. Giovana October 4, 2015 at 12:07 AM

    Miriam your card is amazing! The penguin is so cute!! Great giveaway!!

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  103. Marcia Dehn-NixOctober 4, 2015 at 12:17 AM

    OMG, this is so adorable! Love that card.

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  104. PiecesbyEmilyOctober 4, 2015 at 12:24 AM

    This is so adorable, Miriam!

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  105. SarahOctober 4, 2015 at 2:22 AM

    Seriously cute little scene, Miriam!

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  106. theartofnailsOctober 4, 2015 at 2:32 AM

    what a cute scene!

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  107. KarenladdOctober 4, 2015 at 2:33 AM

    That little peekaboo penguin is simply adorable!

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  108. LeanneOctober 4, 2015 at 2:38 AM

    Such a cute card!

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  109. UnknownOctober 4, 2015 at 4:03 AM

    I love everything about this card!

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  110. Lynne in NIOctober 4, 2015 at 4:58 AM

    Awww such a sweet little penguin and I'm LOVING the stitched arch, definitely one for my 'need' list!

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  111. AartjeOctober 4, 2015 at 7:45 AM

    This is so cute, love the penguins (the favorite animal of my son!). They are perfect for a summercard and also for a christmascard.
    Hugs Aartje

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  112. Mariposa23October 4, 2015 at 9:43 AM

    Penguins make every card cuter!!!

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  113. kepsssOctober 4, 2015 at 9:50 AM

    This is just the sweetest card ever!

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  114. CyndiOctober 4, 2015 at 1:57 PM

    Love how you combined all the various elements into one very cute card

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  115. 3treescreations@gmail.comOctober 4, 2015 at 2:14 PM

    Love all those layers - adorable!!!!!!

    Deanne :)

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  116. Daria Z.October 4, 2015 at 5:19 PM

    This penguin is so stinking cute!!! Love the softly colored bg - it lets penguin and gifts really shine.

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  117. Susies CueOctober 4, 2015 at 5:23 PM

    I like the sentiments that look like handwriting

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  118. DanaOctober 4, 2015 at 6:14 PM

    So sweet! I love the penguins the are so cute!!

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  119. Erica HettwerOctober 4, 2015 at 7:14 PM

    Oh, this is such a sweet card from Miriam! I love it!

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  120. Corilyn NoreenOctober 4, 2015 at 7:22 PM

    The cover-up is so cool!

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  121. Kimberly RendinoOctober 4, 2015 at 7:25 PM

    Absolutely adorable card! You can't go wrong with penguins! :)

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  122. PatQ's CardsOctober 4, 2015 at 7:41 PM

    Love the cover up. There are so many possibilities to use it. Love your penguins, too.

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  123. Rubeena I.October 4, 2015 at 10:22 PM

    Such a cute card by Miriam

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  124. Pink Room Therapy DesignsOctober 4, 2015 at 10:43 PM

    Love the Penguins! Also love the cover up plate!

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  125. CealOctober 4, 2015 at 10:47 PM

    Adorbs! amazing coloring, thanks for a chance to win

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  126. Nancy RichardsOctober 5, 2015 at 12:41 AM

    Love your card! It is so precious! Anyone would be lucky to receive this at Christmas! Thanks for sharing!

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  127. Jacqueline ValadeOctober 5, 2015 at 3:21 AM

    What an awesome way to mix sets and create a whole new season for these cuties! Adorable.

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  128. Eva JuraOctober 5, 2015 at 6:09 AM

    This is so lovely card, Miriam! I love the penguin holding the Christmas ornament. Such a cute one.

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  129. ColleenOctober 5, 2015 at 8:36 AM

    this card is so cute! love the color, die and sentiment.

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  130. KT Fit KittyOctober 5, 2015 at 9:32 AM

    Cute, cute, cute! I love this!

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  131. Lucy E.October 5, 2015 at 10:28 AM

    Miriam's cards are always so amazing and this one is too cute!
    I love that Snow Drift cover-up die!

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  132. KirstyOctober 5, 2015 at 11:41 AM

    Such a cute card! I love the new snowdrift cover-up!

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  133. Arte BanaleOctober 5, 2015 at 4:14 PM

    I really like the idea of mixing the pinquin with all christmas details:)

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  134. Ericka StrangeOctober 5, 2015 at 8:49 PM

    The penguin is adorable. Great card

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  135. Ka77hy (anastasia_katarina@yahoo.com)October 5, 2015 at 9:01 PM

    Love the penguin and the idea how to mix that stamp set for christmas theme :)

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