Saturday, December 31, 2011

Best of 2011

The year is winding to a close, and Operation Write Home is hosting a Top Ten Hop to share our favorite cards of the year. I decided this was a perfect time to launch my blog, especially since I woke up today  with a can-do attitude, feeling very energized!   (I was actually at Target at 8:00 am this morning, which has never happened before on a Saturday.) I'm optimistic about the year ahead and the opportunities it will bring. I'm also very thankful for everything that went right in 2011, and for the lessons I've learned from the challenges along the way.

I've been making cards for OWH since last summer, around the same time that I discovered the world of Cricut and Cuttlebug.  Here are some of my favorite creations:













Thanks for stopping by to look!  Wishing you the best in 2012!


28 comments:

  1. What fun bunch of cards. I don't have a Cricut so it always amazes me what you can do with one. Thanks for sharing

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  2. oh wow.. these are awesome. That Snoopy card is really rocking~ that's my favorite. I can see why these are your top picks. Thanks for sharing. blessings ~ Pam

    Happy New Year!

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  3. What cute cards you made with the Cricut.

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  4. What a great way to start a new blog! Very cute animal cards, especially that snowflake sweater on the little dachshund. My favorite, though, is your Peace on Earth card - lovely colors and textures. Thanks for jumping into your blog to share your Top Ten with us!

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  5. Awww I LOVE animal cards, love! These are so cute! I can't wait to see what you do next on your new blog! I just signed up to follow you via Google. Happy New Year! :)

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  6. What fun and cute cards! Thanks for sharing!! The little dachsund in the sweater is adorable. I wish you happy cardmaking and all the best in the New Year!

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  7. Shari, welcome to the blog world!! You picked some terrific cards for your top 10. My favorite is the Snoopy card. You can never go wrong with Snoopy! Happy New Year!

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  8. Love the typewriter and the peace on earth cards the best but they all are great! Congrats on the new blog to celebrate the new year!!!!

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  9. What adorable cards! These make me want a Cricut and the Peace on Earth card is such a beautiful color combination. I'm so glad you launched your blog to share this look back and I look forward to seeing what you create in 2012. Happy New Year!

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  10. Love the use you made of your Cricut for these cards. I need to CASE the penguin for my granddaughter.

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  11. Fun bunch of critters!!! Love the dachshund!

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  12. Welcome to blogging! I feel like your Cricut cards are so cheery, the senders and recipients won't be able to keep from grinning. Thanks for sharing!

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  13. Cute, fun cards!!!

    Happy new Year!

    Sheila
    http://2pawprints.blogspot.com

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  14. Shari your cards are wonderful! Thanks for the inspiration :)

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  15. Welcome to Blogger world! I recognize your Create a Critter cartridge. These cards are darling! The stitching and embossing on your sheep card are great. I need to learn how to use my Cricut better this year. Thanks for spreading that can do attitude!

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  16. The penguin kills me! Great cards! Welcome to the blogosphere!

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  17. Great cards! I love the 'peace' card & snoopy rocks!
    Happy New Year!
    Hummer Hugs,
    Misty
    http://deliteful-gifts.blogspot.com/
    hummingbird204 at comcast dot net

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  18. Congrats on the new blog!! Love the cute and cheerful cards you made with the cut outs. Happy New Year!

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  19. Cute cards. I really like the paper and the design you used on the Peace on Earth card. Thanks for sharing.

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  20. Love your animal cards, they are so cute.

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  21. Love the penguin! Hurray! I also really like your last card with the typewriter. I actually remember those! ;-) Thanks for sharing your cards with us. Happy 2012!

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  22. Cute cards! With my own dachshund, I love the one with the sweater.

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  23. These are GREAT! I love the dog wearing the sweater!

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  24. Great cards! I just got a Create a Critter cartridge for Christmas--you have given me ideas.

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  25. New Year, new blog - what a great start to a new year! Your animal cards are so cute - the penguin's my fave! TFS!

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  26. Wow - you've been putting that Cricut to good use! Your cards are super cute. I really like the stitching on the sheep card. Maybe I'll have to give my Cricut another chance.

    Have a happy 2012!

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  27. Your animal cards are positively adorable! The Snoopy one is very cute, too!

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  28. Your cards make me want to drag out my Cricut and start using it again. My favorite is the sheep. I love how you embossed the white on it. Happy new year!

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