Sunday, April 11, 2021

Altenew 7th Anniversary Blog Hop Day 4 + Giveaway (over $1,400 in Total Prizes)



Happy Birthday Altenew!  I am honored to be celebrating this day along with such a talented group of designers and sponsors.  Altenew Cosmos Acrylic die cut flowers.

Die Cutting Floral Images From Acrylic Gelli Plate Prints

Recently, I spent a fun day making Acrylic Gel Press Monoprints and thought it would be fun to die-cut some of the images and make a few high contrast colorful birthday cards.  I used my favorite Altenew Craft-A-Flower kit, Cosmos Layering Dies for each of my projects.  

I sorted through my prints and selected bright colors that I thought would look nice on a card.  The first print was loosely brayered with turquoise and brown acrylic ink.  The flowers were die cut from three monoprint panels:  orange/red/gold; olive/yellow/gold and the whitish elements were cut from panels where I brayered off ink in between prints, so they have more white areas.  My sentiment is from an ancient labeler I had at the house.

Gel Press Die Cut Flowers
I love the background on this next card!  I put blue, yellow and olive on my press and then brayered gold over the Narrow Brick Stencil, which gives a beautiful textured look.  I used the Rounded Rectangles Die Set to trim down my panel.
Gel Press + Die Cut Flowers for a card.
The flower was die-cut using the  Cosmos Craft-A-Flower Kit.

Acrylic Monoprint die cut flower
For this last card, the background is from the same panel as card 1.  I again used the Rounded Rectangles and Cosmos Layering Die Set.  The sentiment is from the  Essential Sentiment Strips,
Gelli Print Handmade Card
   I think this makes a happy card.
Turquoise and Red Floral Card

Giveaway Prizes

Over $1,400 in total prizes! Altenew is giving away a $70 gift certificate to 5 lucky winners and one Altenew Academy class to 15 lucky winners. There are also 19 awesome companies/crafty friends who are celebrating with us, and they are offering the following prizes:


 

Be sure to leave comments by 4/18/2021 for a chance to win one of 41 prizes! To make the hop more exciting, start your comment with "Hi from (city or country where you're from)!" 41 winners will be chosen at random from the comments left on any of the blogs listed below and will be announced on the Altenew Card Blog on 4/24/2021.

 



So happy to see that you are hopping!  If you arrived from Auzz Trinklets N Krafts, then you are right on track.


Altenew Blog

Jennifer McGuire

Jaycee Gaspar

My Sweet Petunia

Agnieszka Małyszek

Kristina Werner

Tenia Nelson

Paige Evans

Reiko Tsuchida

Auzz Trinklets N Krafts

Karen Brown                     You Are Here!

Ellen Hutson LLC

Seeka

Katrina Howe


There is plenty more loveliness, so keep hopping.... Ellen Hutson LLC  is next!


Ready to shop?  Be sure to use the free shipping code below:


Special Offer

Enjoy FREE U.S. shipping with code HAPPY7TH or $5 OFF international shipping with code ANNIV21 at checkout. Offer valid from 4/8/2021 at 12:01 am EDT through 4/11/2021 at 11:59 pm EDT. Shop here: https://altenew.com/  Not valid on prior purchases. Cannot be combined with other promo codes. 


I am so pleased you stopped by and would love to hear which card you like best!

Thanks,
Karen
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231 comments:

  1. JeanApril 11, 2021 at 8:51 AM

    Hi from Michigan! Loving the card inspiration on this great hop! Congrats Altenew!!

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  2. KarenApril 11, 2021 at 8:53 AM

    Hi from E. Hanover, NJ. Great cards. Happy Birthday to Altenew!

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  3. LBudkeApril 11, 2021 at 9:01 AM

    I love the simplicity of the design. Great Cards. Congrats Altenew.

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  4. Donna PhelanApril 11, 2021 at 9:03 AM

    Hi from Cape Cod....'living on the elbow' Happy Anniversary, Altenew! How beautiful! Great backgrounds and use of dies! FAB colors too!

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  5. Holley BolinApril 11, 2021 at 9:18 AM

    Hello from Kentucky! Those Cosmos are STUNNING! The Altenew flowers are always a go to product for me!

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  6. Kathy RakerApril 11, 2021 at 9:26 AM

    Hi from Pennsylvania, very cheerful and colorful cards. Love the Cosmos! Thanks for sharing. Happy Anniversary Altenew!

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  7. Rachelle A.April 11, 2021 at 9:29 AM

    Such delicate flowers. I love them.
    Hugs from Canada!

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  8. Miriam PrantnerApril 11, 2021 at 9:30 AM

    Hi from Arlington, VA! Loving how you've used your gel prints! There's so much texture and depth!

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  9. Mimi's CraftroomApril 11, 2021 at 9:39 AM

    Hi from Amite, LA. Happy Anniversary AltEnew! Thanks for the inspiration.

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  10. LindaApril 11, 2021 at 9:48 AM

    Hello from Wisconsin! Love your deep colors and pretty cards!

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  11. KamieApril 11, 2021 at 10:06 AM

    Hi from Lafayette, Indiana! Love the uniqueness of these cards!

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  12. PattyApril 11, 2021 at 10:10 AM

    Hi from Northern Kentucky!! Awesome cards!! I have just recently discovered the gel press and am having a ball with it creating backgrounds! I haven't used any of the prints for die cuts yet, but I'm definitely going to!

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  13. ChickadeeApril 11, 2021 at 10:20 AM

    Hello from Colorado! I really love the backgrounds on your cards. I'm anxious to try to make some.

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  14. MadeByMeghanKApril 11, 2021 at 10:38 AM

    Hi From Chicago! I love the distressed look of your flowers and background!

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  15. LoisApril 11, 2021 at 11:09 AM

    Hello from Delaware. So very beautiful. Love the dimension of the layering dies. Thanks for sharing

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  16. Dana MApril 11, 2021 at 11:12 AM

    Hi from Minnesota. Striking cards! I love your bold and creative use of color and mixed media elements.

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  17. Patricia ColemanApril 11, 2021 at 11:13 AM

    Hello from Matthews, North Carolina! Your cards are very inspiring, thank you for sharing your creativity!!

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  18. Betty McDougalApril 11, 2021 at 11:16 AM

    Hello from Wilkes Barre, PA, USA. Love all the cards.

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  19. SusanbcardsApril 11, 2021 at 11:17 AM

    Hi from Chicago! I just started using a gel press and love it. I really like the texture it leaves on the cardstock. Your use of the Narrow Brick Stencil really made a great background, it is now on my wish list! Thanks for sharing your beautiful work!

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  20. Linda BLApril 11, 2021 at 11:29 AM

    Hello from Virginia! Love the card you made using the gel press. I am still trying to decide if I need one of those for card making.

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  21. Gal.la FRApril 11, 2021 at 11:42 AM

    Hi from Germany! Very original, nice cards. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  22. Eva BussomApril 11, 2021 at 11:43 AM

    Stunning designs

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  23. Maureen ReissApril 11, 2021 at 11:57 AM

    Hi from Illinois!!! Beautiful cards!!! Love the coloring of your flowers!!

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  24. MarciaApril 11, 2021 at 12:14 PM

    Greetings from Michigan. . . .so much fun. Love the vibrant colors.

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  25. BarbaraApril 11, 2021 at 12:14 PM

    Hi from Wilmington, DE! Love your beautiful cards using your gel press creations. They inspire me to get out the gel press and get to work. The Altenew floral layering dies seem to be a perfect match here!

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  26. Amy C.April 11, 2021 at 12:17 PM

    Hello from Indiana! Thanks for sharing your beautiful cards and congrats to Altenew on their anniversary.

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  27. Wendy Van Arsdale April 11, 2021 at 12:25 PM

    Lovely cards. Love all the colors! Great work!

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  28. HélèneApril 11, 2021 at 12:30 PM

    Hi from Montreal ,Canada Love those vibrant colors Happy 7th anniversary Altenew!

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  29. Jenna B.April 11, 2021 at 12:35 PM

    Hi from Denver, CO! Loving this hop and all the beautiful things that are so inspiring!

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  30. AprilApril 11, 2021 at 12:37 PM

    Hi from Glendale, AZ. I love your color combos, just great cards!

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  31. Dee EarnshawApril 11, 2021 at 12:38 PM

    Hi from Wisconsin – These cards are just gorgeous love the wonderful designs – thanks for sharing

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  32. Vicki DutcherApril 11, 2021 at 12:42 PM

    Hi from Arizona! I am totally loving your cards! The color combos are screaming YES to me :) I'm going to follow your blog.

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  33. NanApril 11, 2021 at 12:45 PM

    Hi from Canada 🍁 love the distressed look

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  34. MirellaApril 11, 2021 at 12:50 PM

    Hi from Dublin, Ireland! These look really great, thanks so much for the inspiration!

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  35. ckdApril 11, 2021 at 12:56 PM

    Hello from the central west coast of Florida. Love the gel print die cuts. Fabulous colors. thank you

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  36. NancyApril 11, 2021 at 1:01 PM

    Hi from Missouri! Love those flowers

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  37. CindyApril 11, 2021 at 1:02 PM

    Hi from California. Beautiful colors; very nice cards.

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  38. CindyApril 11, 2021 at 1:03 PM

    Me again, from California - I think my favorite is the last one (red).

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  39. Margarita Navarro-RiveraApril 11, 2021 at 1:08 PM

    Love that you used you jelly plate prints to cut out your flowers!

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  40. Denise J.April 11, 2021 at 1:10 PM

    Thanks for sharing! I am new to card making so I really don't know what Gel Press is but your cards are beautiful!

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  41. dariaApril 11, 2021 at 1:12 PM

    Hi from Skamokawa, WA. I found your color combinations very interesting, not like any of the usual cards one sees. Very encouraging to trying something out of the box. Thank you.

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  42. A Crafty PersonApril 11, 2021 at 1:26 PM

    Hi from SoCal!! Beautiful cards.

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  43. NatalieApril 11, 2021 at 1:28 PM

    Hi from California really cute cards

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  44. sharon gApril 11, 2021 at 1:28 PM

    Hi from orange County,CA. Well, these flowers take the cake! I LOVE how different they look. I am going to try some DIFFERENT looks now!

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  45. Susan A.April 11, 2021 at 1:34 PM

    Hi from Elk Grove, CA!! Thank you for making beautiful products for us to enjoy!!! Congratulations Altenew on your anniversary!

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  46. Debbie LeMarbreApril 11, 2021 at 1:38 PM

    Happy Anniversary Altenew. Pretty pretty!

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  47. Kim WApril 11, 2021 at 1:38 PM

    Hello from Crystal Lake, IL! WOW! Your flowers and cards are stunning! I REALLY need to step out of my comfort zone and try the gel press. I have had one sitting on my desk for months....still in the package! Thanks for sharing your creativity with us!

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  48. Pat BethkeApril 11, 2021 at 1:41 PM

    Hi from southern Minnesota, Happy Anniversary Altenew!
    Beautiful, daring contrasted color combos. They are all great, maybe the second card is my favorite. Thank you for sharing.

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  49. Daria Z.April 11, 2021 at 1:42 PM

    Hello from Illinois! All three of these cards are simply beautiful!! You make me want to run out and get a gel plate to try this technique!!

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  50. Sam BApril 11, 2021 at 1:51 PM

    Hi from the Texas Gulf coast. Your projects are so cool. You've inspired me to give the gel press, a crafting tool I've not yet used, a try! Thank you for sharing.

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  51. Laetitia LisaApril 11, 2021 at 1:51 PM

    Hi from Switzerland. I love your cards and I will be using my gel plate soon !!

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  52. BunnyApril 11, 2021 at 1:53 PM

    Hey from Florida. Thank you for the hop. Lovely cards. [Bunny]

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  53. CarmelaApril 11, 2021 at 1:54 PM

    Greetings from Austin, Texas. Love your whimsical flowers!!

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  54. VeronicaApril 11, 2021 at 1:55 PM

    Hello from Merritt Island, I love your work. Gorgeous cards!

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  55. HollyApril 11, 2021 at 1:56 PM

    Hello from Seattle! I love your unique cards! Happy birthday to Altenew!

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  56. Karen KreunApril 11, 2021 at 2:01 PM

    Howdy from Prescott, Arizona, Happy Birthday to Altenew

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  57. AprilsL8April 11, 2021 at 2:03 PM

    Hi from Nebraska! Love your card!!

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  58. Pat JApril 11, 2021 at 2:07 PM

    Hi from Gig Harbor in Washington state! My favorite card is the trio of cosmos. Cool use of a gel press for lots of color. Very nice!

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  59. Bonnie SmithApril 11, 2021 at 2:08 PM

    Hi from Bradley Illinois! I love your cards!

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  60. Sandy AndersonApril 11, 2021 at 2:10 PM

    Hello from Minnesota! You made some beautiful flowers! I love your use of colors!!

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  61. joanluchtApril 11, 2021 at 2:14 PM

    Hi from Bozeman, Montana! I love the Essential Sentiment Strips so your red card is my favorite!

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  62. cathysstarApril 11, 2021 at 2:19 PM

    Hi from Washington State. I love the first card with the Turquoise and Brown. I must try the gelli plate. Of course I love the Cosmos.

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  63. Carol HendersonApril 11, 2021 at 2:24 PM

    Hi from Helena, Montana! Happy Anniversary Altenew! I loved your cards, especially the color combinations. They were very unique.

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  64. BarbApril 11, 2021 at 2:27 PM

    Hi from Waukesha, Wisconsin! I love all of the sweet projects I am seeing. Altenew is also one of my favorite companies for sweet images! Thanks for the opportunity to win some awesome prizes

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  65. Debbi SmithApril 11, 2021 at 2:29 PM

    Hi from North Carolina! Gel print backgrounds are beautiful!

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  66. DianaApril 11, 2021 at 2:38 PM

    I love the abstraction and color from using gelli prints!

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  67. pinkerboiApril 11, 2021 at 2:38 PM

    Hi from Germany. You made beautiful cards

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  68. Nana GriffinApril 11, 2021 at 2:44 PM

    Hi from Wisconsin. Your flowers are so cool!

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  69. Roxy TApril 11, 2021 at 2:48 PM

    Hello there from sunny Florida. Yay, Cosmos! I love seeing cards made with products I have. It just makes me happy.

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  70. JenApril 11, 2021 at 2:58 PM

    Hi from Utah! The textures you have created are amazing!

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  71. Nora NollApril 11, 2021 at 3:25 PM

    These are SO COOL. I like the modern feel of them with the colors you chose, to the way you created your flowers. AMAZING design!!

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  72. UnknownApril 11, 2021 at 3:32 PM

    Hi from Onekama Michigan! I LOVE my gel plate and this is a very cool look you have created!

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  73. NellyneApril 11, 2021 at 3:38 PM

    Hi from Denton, TX Simple but very classic. Very nice cards.

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  74. SandyPApril 11, 2021 at 3:38 PM

    Hi from Canada! Beautiful cards! Love your style!

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  75. Dawn CooksleyApril 11, 2021 at 3:41 PM

    Hi I am from Alberta Canada...Enjoying your cards...

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  76. Victoria MilamApril 11, 2021 at 3:46 PM

    Hi from Dallas Texas! Beautiful cards! I like the mixed media feel they have.

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  77. Beverly S.April 11, 2021 at 3:47 PM

    Hi from northwest Alabama! I was already in love with the Altenew Cosmos flower dies...but when I saw how you had used them, I fell even harder! :) How clever and creative to cut them from your Gel Press Monoprints. My favorite is the top Happy Birthday one...flowers are absolute gorgeous!

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  78. LApril 11, 2021 at 3:53 PM

    Love that you used a gel press!
    I just received one as a gift and have been having fun playing with my new toy!
    Thanks for these inspirational ideas!

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  79. Tami B.April 11, 2021 at 3:58 PM

    Hi from South Carolina. These are so interesting, and such pretty colors. I've never used a gel press.

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  80. Lisa ByersApril 11, 2021 at 4:18 PM

    Hello from Waverly Georgia USA. Love gel presses!! Your cards are beautiful. I love your color combos and the fact you used an old label maker. Really nice.

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  81. NancyRApril 11, 2021 at 4:22 PM

    Hi from Delaware, USA. Love all your gel press ideas! I have one but haven't had the inspiration to try it yet, so thanks for the push. Thanks for sharing.

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  82. Kelli SApril 11, 2021 at 4:23 PM

    Hello from BC Canada! LOVE the turquoise backgrounds, such a lovely pop of colour. THanks for the inspiration!

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  83. SherryApril 11, 2021 at 4:28 PM

    Hi from British Columbia! Thank you for sharing your lovely ideas on different ways of using the flowers and colours!

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  84. Sandy MApril 11, 2021 at 4:48 PM

    I love your gel print cards. They are so colorful.

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  85. TalithaApril 11, 2021 at 5:00 PM

    Hello from NC! So colorful and pretty. Thanks.

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  86. joniApril 11, 2021 at 5:10 PM

    Hi from NH! Your cards are stunning!

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  87. Karen HApril 11, 2021 at 5:11 PM

    Hi from Texas! I love the Craft-a-Flower stamps and your cards are superb examples of their versatility in color and medium. Thanks for sharing your talent.

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  88. Documenting One Memory at a TimeApril 11, 2021 at 5:20 PM

    Hello from Wisconsin! I love your cards. The backgrounds are beautiful and I love how the flowers pop off of them!

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  89. MTPatBApril 11, 2021 at 5:27 PM

    Hello from Helena, Montana. I like your second card the best. I would like to see a video of you creating the background and the different pieces you use to cut the flowers. I really like the look of these mixed colors.

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  90. Denise BryantApril 11, 2021 at 5:47 PM

    Hi from California!
    Gorgeous color combos and textures! Beautiful cards!

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  91. Christine BApril 11, 2021 at 5:48 PM

    Hello from West Michigan! Kate, your cards are absolutely gorgeous! My favorite is your first card. I love the color in the flowers and how they contrast against the background. Happy Birthday Altenew!

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  92. MariaApril 11, 2021 at 5:52 PM

    Hello from UK. Lovely cards and I like your colours used. TFS

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  93. Jeanne BeamApril 11, 2021 at 5:53 PM

    Hi from the Florida Panhandle. Gorgeous cards!
    Thanks for sharing.

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  94. Sarah BApril 11, 2021 at 5:59 PM

    Hi from Illinois.What fun cards. I love the unexpected textures in the Cosmos, the cool backgrounds and the clean white. Thanks for the inspiration! Happy Anniversary Altenew!

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  95. AudsApril 11, 2021 at 6:07 PM

    Hi from WI. Love your backgrounds but your flowers are just gorgeous!

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  96. Linda PApril 11, 2021 at 6:08 PM

    Hi from Kansa City, MO. Love your cards!!!

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  97. NoreenApril 11, 2021 at 6:10 PM

    Hi from Illinois! Your Acrylic Gel Press Monoprints are beautiful. I'm going to look around your blog to see if there is a tutorial on how to do them.

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  98. KristinaApril 11, 2021 at 6:20 PM

    Hi from Nebraska! Lovely cards! I have so many mediums to use, that I dare not add a gel plate to the mix, but I SO enjoy watching others and the beautiful creations they create. Your florals and the backgrounds are beautiful! Thank you for sharing your talents!💕

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  99. MaryHApril 11, 2021 at 6:21 PM

    Hi from Myrtle Beach! I am inspired to try this technique it is wonderful!

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  100. Rema DeLeeuwApril 11, 2021 at 6:35 PM

    Lovely cards!

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  101. Scrappy ChickApril 11, 2021 at 6:38 PM

    Hi from Kansas!

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  102. TerriApril 11, 2021 at 6:45 PM

    Hi! New carmaker from Temecula, CA. HaPpY AnNiVeRsArY AlTeNeW!!

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  103. junerosesApril 11, 2021 at 6:53 PM

    Crisp colorful cosmos...beautiful! Hello from Nebraska.

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  104. KerryApril 11, 2021 at 7:17 PM

    Hi from California! Beautiful cards, projects and inspiration on this amazing hop! It’s so fun to discover new artists, too! Your work is lovely! Congrats to Altenew!

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  105. Geri LynnApril 11, 2021 at 7:29 PM

    Hi from upstate NY. Very pretty cards Karen. I have never used a gel press and I like the way your backgrounds came out.

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  106. JadeApril 11, 2021 at 7:30 PM

    Hi from Seattle, Washington the Evergreen State. The color combinations are different and so refreshing. I love your cards! Fabulous! Thank you.

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  107. Jill RApril 11, 2021 at 8:11 PM

    Hi from St. Paul, MN! Love your cards! I am fascinated with the gel press, but I don't have one. Might have to be next on my to buy list!

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  108. PattiApril 11, 2021 at 8:16 PM

    Hello from Ohio! Love your cards and the craft a flower from Altenew! Just signed up and can’t wait to start getting mine!

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  109. Hippymom83April 11, 2021 at 8:27 PM

    Greetings from Illinois, USA! Lovely creations!

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  110. Esther AsburyApril 11, 2021 at 8:27 PM

    Hello from Virginia!
    Love the way you used those fun prints on your lovely cards!!

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  111. Melissa LeftrickApril 11, 2021 at 8:28 PM

    Hi from Cedar Hill, TN!! These are stunning and your backgrounds are gorgeous!!

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  112. Laura Jean D.April 11, 2021 at 8:43 PM

    Hi from Holtsville, NY. Beautiful work!!!

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  113. Laura Jean D.April 11, 2021 at 8:43 PM

    Hi from Holtsville, NY. Beautiful work!!!

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  114. Laura Jean D.April 11, 2021 at 8:43 PM

    Hi from Holtsville, NY. Beautiful work!!!

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  115. vickieApril 11, 2021 at 9:02 PM

    Hi from Utah. These cards are so unique and I just love them!

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  116. Margi MarieApril 11, 2021 at 9:02 PM

    Hello from Oregon! Beautiful cards, the cosmos is one of my favorites. Thanks for sharing your talents!

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  117. Shawn M.April 11, 2021 at 9:03 PM

    Hi from Boonsboro, Maryland! Nice cards!

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  118. ljcasselmanApril 11, 2021 at 9:20 PM

    Very unique and pretty!

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  119. CherylApril 11, 2021 at 9:21 PM

    Hi from Salem, WI, USA!

    I love your projects for the hop! Thank you for the inspiration.

    Cheryl (SheStamps)
    Visit my blog - She Stamps

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  120. Elizabeth KuhnApril 11, 2021 at 9:45 PM

    Hi from Reno, NV! Love how you chose acrylic as your medium for this card! The effect it creates with the brayed is just fabulous, and so cheerful :-)

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  121. vieraApril 11, 2021 at 9:51 PM

    Hello from Canada BC! Beautiful creation, thank you for sharing.
    Happy anniversary Altenew!

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  122. Terry WhiteApril 11, 2021 at 10:14 PM

    Hi from Houston. Beautiful flowers! I loved the layered look. Happy Altenew 7th Anniversary!

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  123. JacindaApril 11, 2021 at 10:42 PM

    Such cool cards! Love the textures.

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  124. MicheleApril 11, 2021 at 10:50 PM

    Hi from Phoenix, AZ. Your cards are beautiful!

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  125. Plum Crazy ValerieApril 11, 2021 at 10:52 PM

    Hello from Ohio. Not fair asking us to pick just one. I think I love the variations on a theme.

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  126. Judi KnechtApril 11, 2021 at 11:03 PM

    Hi from San Francisco, California! Thank you so much for sharing your art. Happy Birthday, Altenew. I love the bold and beautiful coloring.

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  127. Carol RApril 11, 2021 at 11:15 PM

    Hi from Michigan, USA. Altenew has so many wonderful flowers. Your cards are very creative.

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  128. KailashApril 11, 2021 at 11:58 PM

    Hi from Illinois. Love the gorgeous colors on the flowers, looks amazing!

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  129. Heather SorrellApril 12, 2021 at 12:59 AM

    Hi from Hayden, Alabama. I love your cards! The colors are great!

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  130. KGBairdApril 12, 2021 at 1:49 AM

    Hi from KY, USA. I absolutely adore the artsy vibe of your cards. They are so different and striking. I just love them.

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  131. Joanne HoffmannApril 12, 2021 at 4:01 AM

    Greetings from the Lilac Capital, Rochester, NY, USA...what a fun Day #4 of the 7th Anniversary Altenew Blog Hop...so much creative inspiration and am loving seeing all of your paper crafting projects!! Awesome!!

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  132. UnknownApril 12, 2021 at 4:23 AM

    Hello from Oregon. Just love to see Altenew inspiration! Thank you!

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  133. UnknownApril 12, 2021 at 8:03 AM

    Hello from New Jersey. Thanks for sharing your talent.

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  134. kraftyiamApril 12, 2021 at 8:16 AM

    Hi from NYC. These cards are simply divine. From the flowers to captivating colors to sentiments - lovelovelove. Happy 7th Anniversary Altenew and many more!.

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  135. Linda ClarkApril 12, 2021 at 8:54 AM

    Hi from Colorado! The first card is my favorite, though all of them are striking. I've never used a gel press before, but your card results with that method are really wonderful!

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  136. Jennifer C.April 12, 2021 at 9:25 AM

    Hi from IGH, MN! I have a bunch of gel press backgrounds waiting to be used and now I know the answer: CAF dies! TFS, Karen!

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  137. MonicaApril 12, 2021 at 9:56 AM

    Hello from Southern Utah. Happy Anniversary, Altenew. I LOVE my collection! If you want the best flowers stamps, Altenew is the place to get them! They are simply BEAUTIFUL! Best quality ever!

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  138. DebiApril 12, 2021 at 10:01 AM

    Hi from Arizona. Love your cards, they make me smile and just say happy!

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  139. Nancy R.April 12, 2021 at 10:16 AM

    Hi from Minnesota! I love the artistic flair to your cards! The gelprints add such unique beauty to the dies!

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  140. DebApril 12, 2021 at 10:20 AM

    Hi from Michigan! Very nice!

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  141. Mary HolshouserApril 12, 2021 at 10:27 AM

    Hi from Millstadt, IL.
    Love your flowers. The
    shading is great.
    thanks for sharing
    txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  142. KarenApril 12, 2021 at 10:46 AM

    Hi from Phoenix! I never would have thought to use the stamps this way but I love it. I'll be back to check out your blog again and again.

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  143. Debbie S.April 12, 2021 at 10:47 AM

    Hello from Michigan. I love the idea of using the prints your cards will always be different and unique. Wonderful card.

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  144. Susie, Athens GAApril 12, 2021 at 10:57 AM

    Hi from Athens GA! Congrats to Altenew and thanks for offering a giveaway!

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  145. Kristina "Tina"April 12, 2021 at 10:59 AM

    Hi I'm from Bend Oregon. What great mixed media a card creations. So inspiring.

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  146. Sandy (Cheesy)April 12, 2021 at 11:47 AM

    Waving HI from Odessa, FL. These are wonderful cards using those gelli press die cuts. Especially liked your use of the negative words.

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  147. paperplayApril 12, 2021 at 12:20 PM

    Hi from St Louis MO. I love the dies you chose for the flowers and your bright pop of color. They are beautiful. Thanks for sharing your talents and happy anniversary to Altenew.

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  148. silviaApril 12, 2021 at 1:22 PM

    LOVE your gel print flowers!!

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  149. NandiniApril 12, 2021 at 1:50 PM

    Hi from the sunny beaches of Goa! Beautiful cards. Love the artsy feel.

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  150. Geri SApril 12, 2021 at 2:00 PM

    Inspiring to see different ways to use Altenew's wonderful products! Thanks you and Happy Anniversary Altenew!

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  151. MirabelkaApril 12, 2021 at 2:01 PM

    Hi from Poland :) I love your work. Magdalena Mirabelka

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  152. UnknownApril 12, 2021 at 2:08 PM

    Hello from Monticello, FL! Thank you for the inspiration! Your cards are beautiful ❤️!

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  153. Monika/BuzsyApril 12, 2021 at 2:19 PM

    Hello from New Hampshire! Happy Anniversary to Altenew! Awesome cards! I love how you used your gel prints! :) Thanks for the inspirations!

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  154. DorothyAApril 12, 2021 at 2:28 PM

    Hello from Washington state, USA. Fabulous paper you created using your gel press! The colors of the petals are so pretty using this paper, as are the backgrounds!

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  155. Donna 4 PapercraftingApril 12, 2021 at 2:30 PM

    Hi from NC. Wonderful inspiration and techniques.

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  156. Lisa HApril 12, 2021 at 3:03 PM

    Hi! Lisa from Bothell, WA. Nice card and pretty colors. Thanks for sharing.

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  157. AinizApril 12, 2021 at 3:24 PM

    Hi from Battle Ground, WA! I like the colors and white spaces, beautiful!!

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  158. Mrs. Flow3rsApril 12, 2021 at 3:48 PM

    Love your use of texture and color in the flowers

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  159. BonnieApril 12, 2021 at 4:09 PM

    Hi from Charlotte, NC. Great cards! I have just started experimenting with gel press. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  160. Lori A.April 12, 2021 at 5:56 PM

    Hi from Texas! Great idea to use the label maker for a sentiment!

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  161. Donna WallsApril 12, 2021 at 6:17 PM

    Hello from Central Florida, USA. You're projects have a wonderful mixed media feel about them, thanks for the inspiration. P.S. Happy Anniversary Altenew!

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  162. donnaApril 12, 2021 at 6:55 PM

    Hi from MA. These are great cards with a truly unique look. My favorite is the last. Thanks for sharing.

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  163. blawndee82April 12, 2021 at 7:19 PM

    Hello from Scottville, Michigan. Beautiful cards.

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  164. Lynn (toomanycrayons)April 12, 2021 at 7:32 PM

    Love your dramatic backgrounds, particularly with the single layered die cut flower

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  165. Peg FrushourApril 12, 2021 at 7:43 PM

    Hi from sunny Florida!!! Amazing gel prints!! Gorgeous!!

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  166. Sharon CApril 12, 2021 at 8:05 PM

    Hi from Grand Haven, Michigan.
    Never thought of die cutting gel prints

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  167. JacquelynnApril 12, 2021 at 9:45 PM

    Hi from South Carolina! So excited for this giveaway! Thank you for participating!

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  168. Blyss capellApril 12, 2021 at 10:16 PM

    Hi from Brigham City Utah, amazing color combinations

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  169. Blyss capellApril 12, 2021 at 10:16 PM

    Hi from Brigham City Utah, amazing color combinations

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  170. RNguyenApril 12, 2021 at 10:54 PM

    Hi from Washington! Love the bold colors.

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  171. BevApril 12, 2021 at 11:49 PM

    Hello from Lake Tahoe, NV! Karen, I love your cards. I'm a little new to gelli printing so thanks for the inspiration.

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  172. CathyApril 13, 2021 at 1:05 AM

    Hi from Arizona! Very nice cards. Thanks for sharing.

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  173. sarahApril 13, 2021 at 1:09 AM

    Hi from Texas! I love how grunge-worthy your cards are! TFS!

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  174. Bev KarolakApril 13, 2021 at 5:26 AM

    Hi from Australia! Awesome cards! I can’t choose a favourite. 🙂

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  175. Kelsey ThomasApril 13, 2021 at 8:57 AM

    Hi from Wisconsin! I love how those flowers look. :)

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  176. LauraApril 13, 2021 at 9:06 AM

    Hello from Bristol Virginia. Very nice, I like your mix of colors.

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  177. LauraApril 13, 2021 at 9:06 AM

    Hello from Bristol Virginia. Very nice, I like your mix of colors.

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  178. MichalApril 13, 2021 at 11:26 AM

    Hi from Tel Aviv, Israel! Gorgeous cards!

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  179. ElizabethApril 13, 2021 at 11:46 AM

    Hi from Maryland! What a great hop and prizes!

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  180. QuilterLauraApril 13, 2021 at 12:05 PM

    Hi from Indiana...thanks for sharing your cards.

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  181. AlicatApril 13, 2021 at 12:45 PM

    Hello from Denver, CO...I LOVE the use of the gelli print backgrouds on these...I also love the use of cosmos which is one of my favorite flowers!

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  182. bzyPTmomApril 13, 2021 at 1:17 PM

    Hi from Arizona! I love your gelli print backgrounds--the turqoise background with bright flowers is my favorite! Awesome!

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  183. MitziApril 13, 2021 at 2:49 PM

    Hi from Wisconsin! I love the simplicity of your second and third card. I just bought my first Altenew layering flower die and can't wait to make some cards!

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  184. UnknownApril 13, 2021 at 4:50 PM

    Hi from Montana. Great cards.

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  185. LoraineApril 13, 2021 at 5:02 PM

    Hi from Ohio! your colors are so vivid, I love them! Gelli prints is something I haven't tried, yet, I think I need to!!

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  186. Dawn TooleyApril 13, 2021 at 9:02 PM

    Hi from Chicagoland! I love the look of your cards! Thanks for sharing!

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  187. AllieApril 13, 2021 at 9:38 PM

    Hey there from Durham NC! I am constantly amazed at how supportive the stamping community is of eachother's businesses! What a way to celebrate what stamping and mailing cards is all about - spreading happiness and positivity to lift people up!

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  188. Deborah BApril 13, 2021 at 9:42 PM

    Hello from Oregon state. Enjoyed your techniques!

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  189. Mary AnnApril 13, 2021 at 9:58 PM

    Hi from Sacramento, CA. What amazing cards. I love how you creatively used your own prints to cut the flower pieces from. I haven't tried a gel plate yet, but you make me want to get right on it. Brilliant!

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  190. Lauryne CunninghamApril 14, 2021 at 6:22 AM

    Wow! Gorgeous designs! I love the colors!

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  191. Amy CairnsApril 14, 2021 at 6:47 AM

    Hi from Brisbane, Australia. I really like how you've incorporated creations using your Gel Press into your cards. I have lots of prints from my Gel Plate that I need to use somehow. Thanks for sharing your ideas, Karen ( Kenny 😉 )

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  192. HelenApril 14, 2021 at 7:51 AM

    Hi from Australia! Wow, Karen! You have created so many gorgeous panels with the gel press! I have been looking at buying one to play! All your cards are eye-catching with the wonderful colours! Thanks for the inspiration! Take care! :)

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  193. Jennifer CApril 14, 2021 at 9:17 AM

    Hi from Michigan, your cards are very inspiring.

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  194. KimberlyApril 14, 2021 at 12:21 PM

    Hi from California. I have that die set and I LOVE THE HECK OUT OF IT. And I love what you did with the gelli plate stuff. I must get one of those -- they scare me!

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  195. Sandy S.April 14, 2021 at 5:25 PM

    Hi from Maryland! I've been playing with the gel press quite a bit lately. I'm excited to think about die cutting from the papers! The cosmos set looks like the perfect one to try.

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  196. AnnyApril 14, 2021 at 7:26 PM

    Hi from San Diego. I like that you used the gel press for mono prints. Cool!

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  197. ValByDesign, ValerieApril 14, 2021 at 7:30 PM

    I really like your style! So cool!

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  198. Amber BissonnetteApril 15, 2021 at 1:26 AM

    Hey from Victoria BC! Your cards are all so elegant and beautiful. I am going to have to look up what a gelly press is because I’ve been hearing a lot about them lately!

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  199. MolpoleApril 15, 2021 at 3:09 AM

    Hi from the UK. I love these cards! I have some gel press backgrounds (inks rather than acrylics though) and these are some great ways to use them :)

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  200. HarisApril 15, 2021 at 4:58 AM

    Hi from Switzerland! I love the gelli print backgrounds.Gorgeous!

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