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A Big Hug


Cream and white - one of my favorite color combinations. How lucky I am that the newest Sassy Cheryl challenge just so happens to be a Vintage cream and white challenge. I used the Just Be Yourself Sally image which is available at Sassy Cheryl Stamps or Squigglefly.

I seem to have a great need right now for cards that express hugs. I know that getting a handmade card (or any card) is like getting a hug anyway, but I need cards that REALLY pack in a hug. I decided this one should have an obvious hug message as it is going to a couple that really really need a hug and they are too far away for me to give them one.

Hope your week has gone well and that you are getting in a lot of crafting or whatever makes you smile and feel less stressed.

HUGZ,
Nancy

Comments

  1. BenziAugust 2, 2013 at 4:32 AM

    How cute is this image! So many times a big hug is all that is needed. I sure hope it warms the hearts of the recipients.

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  2. TammyAugust 2, 2013 at 5:01 AM

    Wonderful card and it certainly does make one feel like they are being hugged! Love the vintage feel.

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  3. Anne TempleAugust 2, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    Fabulous color combo and a fantastic card. Love the banner sentiment.

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  4. Turtle In The SandAugust 2, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    You nailed the vintage perfectly. I love the hug banner!!I always love seeing your cards Nancy. thanks for sharing with the Sassy gals over at Sassy Cheryls.

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  5. jkreucherAugust 2, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    Oh! what a precious card! I need cards that say hugs too! I love this idea, and will be making some banners this way! Love the touch of lace peeking around the edges and sweet flowers!
    your coloring is awesome!
    So glad you joined in our Sassy Cheryl challenge this week!
    Hugs
    Judy

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  6. UnknownAugust 2, 2013 at 8:44 AM

    Hi Nancy, thank you for your warm hug. Love your banner and adorable flower.
    Thank you for join us at Sassy Cheryl Vintage Challenge this week!
    Jasmina

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  7. coopsAugust 2, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    so gorgeous nancy.such a sweet image and i love all your pretty layers and fabulous bunting :D

    xx coops xx

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  8. MarisaAugust 2, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Love cream and white together too :) The big hub banner is just adorable!! The recipient is sure to feel much love when they receive this card!

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  9. McCrafty's CardsAugust 2, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Gorgeous card Nancy, I like the colours the image and the embellishments.
    Kevin xx

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  10. Dawn @ LilyPinkScrapsAugust 2, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    Mmmmm yummy! Love this and need to pin it so I can CASE it (hope you don't mind?) Fantastic design and great use of the image and pennant banner - love it all :)

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  11. Sassy RaggedyAugust 2, 2013 at 6:04 PM

    How sweet this is Nancy...I love that banner...Great job...Thanks for joining us again this week at Sassy Cheryl's...Hugz, joann

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  12. DawnAugust 3, 2013 at 5:29 AM

    how cute is this!! love the banner!
    thanks for playing our Sassy Cheryl's challenge!

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  13. Sassy CherylAugust 4, 2013 at 5:47 AM

    WOW. . . I'm loving that banner too. Super gorgeous. Love the way you cropped the image to give her that 'BIG HUG' look. It's just lovely and oh so vintage for sure.
    Thanks for playing along in the Vintage/Cream & White challenge this week with my Sassy Gals!!!

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  14. NelaAugust 4, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    Gorgeous creation in beautiful colours and nice details!
    Thank you for join us at Sassy Cheryl Vintage Challenge this week!
    Hugs Nela

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  15. UnknownAugust 4, 2013 at 12:36 PM

    Love this! You did a gret job in the vintage/cream challenge! The banner looks awesome!

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  16. Ann EnglishAugust 6, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    Positively adorable! Love what is on your kitchen counter this week :-) Thank you for joining us for the Vintage and Cream challenge at Sassy Cheryl's!

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  17. Holly YoungAugust 11, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    This is a great image to use to send someone a hug! I love your little flag banner at the top. Adorable card Nancy!

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