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Blog Candy and New Starter Kit Deal Starts Jan. 25!

Stampin up blog candy
Do you love blog candy?  Your chance to win everything in the photo above is a just comment away.  Please leave me a comment at the end of this post with you favorite (can you narrow it to one?) new product in the Stampin' Up! Occasions Mini Catalog. The deadline for participation is Sunday, Jan. 16 at 5:00 p.m. CST.  The randomly selected winner will be announced on Sunday evening!

Have you seen the new Mini?  Click for a free download and my top 10 favorites.

Stampin up blog candy punch bunch saleabration Here's the list of Stampin' Up! goodies (in fresh colors for spring) for the lucky blog candy winner:

  • Forty 6 x 6" pieces of Stampin' Up! Designers Series Paper (all retired)
  • Jewels Basic Pearls.  I love using these handy stick-ons.
  • Fairy Tale Ribbon Originals (retired)
  • Five 2009-2010 In Color Stampin' Write Markers

STAMPIN' PRETTY TIP:  The charming "for you" stamp is from Sale-A-Bration's Punch Bunch (available Jan. 25).

ANNOUNCING THE SALE-A-BRATION STARTER KIT DEAL! 

How would you like to enjoy Stampin' Up! demonstrator discounts and benefitsWith the launch of the Sale-A-Bration promotion on Jan. 25, Stampin' Up! is offering a special Starter Kit to tempt you.

  • Choose either the Standard Starter Kit or Digital Starter Kit and save $15% ($148.75)
  • PLUS:  get the following bonus bundle FREE (a $50 value). 

Item #

Description

119883

Heart to Heart (or any punch), p. 202 IBC

120806

Something Special Simply Sent (or any Simply Sent) p. 183 IBC

117114

Live, Laugh Love stamp (or any Simply Sent Stamp) p. 183 IBC

121620

Color Coach p. 165 IBC

  • Fill Your Wish List!  Imagine this!  Save 30% on your first product order of $150 or more (placed within 45 days), plus earn hostess rewards plus receive a minimum of three Sale-A-Bration gifts (1 for every $50 in product purchased). 
  • Take a Demo Test Drive!  Enjoy Stampin' Up! Demonstrator discounts and benefits through June 30, 2011 with NO further to sell or purchase any products beyond the starter kit. 
  • If you wish to extend your demonstrator status for the following quarter (July through September), you would be required to have $300 in product sales (including your own orders).  There's no penalty to drop.
  • Starter Kit ships FREE.

NEED TO KNOW MORE?  Click for more links and details on the discounts and benefits of being part of Stampin' Up! and a member of my Stampin' Pretty Pals.

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557 thoughts on “Blog Candy and New Starter Kit Deal Starts Jan. 25!”

  1. There are so many great items in the new mini but I really like the new Build a Cupcake Punch the best! I love the punches and own many already. I can’t wait to get the cupcake one.

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  2. My absolute favorite is the cupcake punch. I love it. It is so versatile and appropriate for the young and old.

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  3. I’m an embellishment addict, so I have to go with the vintage buttons/rosettes. Yummy! Thanks for the contest. Of course, there’s plenty of other things I LOVE in the catty too.

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  4. I LOVE so many of the things in this catalog!!!Nature Walk is one of those that will be good forever. You can do so much with it. Can not wait until mine gets here. Love the blog candy!!!
    Joan!!!

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  5. I would have to say the Springtime Vintage paper, but everything looks awesome!! Love your blog Mary.

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  6. It has so………………many neat things that it is hard to choose. I believe the Framed Tulips embossing folder adds something real special to a card.

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  7. Really hard to pick just one favorite…this mini has so much fun stuff! But the one that stands out is the Framed Tulip embossing folder; very cute & versatile.

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  8. I am really liking the airplane and goggles stamp set. Beautiful for mascline cards! Thanks for the chance to win blog candy!

    Andrea

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  9. I have to say that my favourite, after poreing through the catalogue, is the Plane & Simple. I think it would make some great man cards!!

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  10. Mary, there is so much to love in the new SU Mini but what really caught my eye was the Take a Spin set and the coordinating Game Spinner Hands. I love making what I call “interactive” cards for my young family and friends and these sets will add a lot of fun and interest to my cards!

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  11. There are so many to choose from. But I really like the Nature Walk and the co-ordinating DSP paper.

    Oh, and mabe the tulip embossing folder.

    So Many to choose from :>)

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  12. Hi Mary! I love the cupcake punch too! Your blog looks terrific hope all is going well with you. Thanks for a chance to win such yummy blog candy. Hugs…. 🙂

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  13. As a high school teacher I love the Chalkboard D?cor Elements days of the week. The idea that I can plan out the week anywhere in my classroom for students to see is great.

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  14. Mary, I LOVE your blog! I also love your blog candy. So, I would have to say, my favorite is Eat Chocolate! What better selection for blog candy:)

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  15. I love the punches. We do lots with cupcakes and this will be great!! I am excited to try the flower punch too.

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  16. My favorite has to be the Framed Tulips Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. I love my Mr. Big Shot and just about anything Shelli puts out I love.

    Carey Rogers
    aka Roscoe’s mommy

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  17. Would have to be the Build a Blossom set with the Petals Punch. Possibilities are endless for making Spring and Easter cards!

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  18. Love the cupcake punch, but when I saw a card made with the Build A Blossom set, I was hooked! Oh who am I kidding? I want everything in the mini!! Thanks for a chance to win, Mary!

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  19. Just when I think SU! can’t get any better well . . . . they did it AGAIN! The mini is AMAZING! geez ONE fav??? HHMMMMM . . . the fabric, and fabric brads how cute is that?? SUPER FUN!!

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  20. My favorite has to be the valentine defined because of the flamingo stamp. I love flamingo so much and I need that set just for it.

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  21. After seeing some cards made with the “Baby Blossoms” set, I’m going to have to change my mind and say that would be the #1 set I have to have! Thanks for the chance to win some blog candy!!

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  22. I have a new favorite everyday! I am loving the Build A Blossom!

    I love seeing your emails in my inbox too! You are so talented!

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  23. Building the Blossom set is my favorite and so are you. Your designs are so clean and simple but have such “pop” to them. I enjoy your blog!

    plsakron at aol dot com

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  24. I have a huge list from this mini….one of my favorites is the embossing folder framed with tulips. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  25. I forgot to mention my favorite item from the new mini! It would have to be the cupcake stamp set AND punch!

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  26. Time and time again, I find myself going to your website for inspiration and ideas! Luv what you do and share! Thanks so much!

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  27. ms mary let’s see, i love the build a blosson and the punch,oh my and the bring on the cake i’ll be getting that thursday! hurry up UPS!

    hug’s frenchie
    thank you for sharing all your cards,

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  28. If I had to pick one item, it would be the cupcake punch although the framed tulips embossing folder is running a close second! Thanks for the chance to win some blog candy…hope I am the lucky one! I visit your blog every day…I love your work!

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  29. Springtime Vintage DSP is a beauty! I’d like to play with You’re a Gem. Probably because I am in need of sentiment stamps.

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  30. This mini catalog has so many fabulous things that it is hard to choose! If had to pick, it would probably be the Build a Blossom stamp set and matching punch.
    Thanks for this chance to win!!

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  31. MY FAVORITE PRODUCT IN THE OCCASIONS MINI IS THE VINTAGE FLOWER ADORNMENTS. THEY ARE JUST THE PERFECT SIZE FOR CARDS AND SCRAPBOOKS AND LOOK AWSOMELY GORGIOUS ON EVERYTHING.

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  32. This is the best mini catalog evaah! I love all of the sewing paper and stamps but I really love the nature walk stamp set.

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  33. As I must pick just one (oh, so difficult) may I say “the Cup Cake” series of goodies! Love, love love it all though!!

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  34. Love, love, love the new build a cupcake stamp set and cupcake punch! Would love to win the blog candy…pick me! Pick me please!

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  35. There are so many things in the new mini, but if I had to pick only 1 thing, it would be the Create a Cupcake set. (Although I’d really need the build a cupcake punch to go with it! 🙂

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  36. Love the new rosettes! They are so beautiful. The new punches are a great time saver for cutting out images. Easy peasy. Everything is great in the new mini catalog. Thx for the chance.

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  37. my fav. to narrow it all down…is the dsp fabric, paper & stamps to match, oh, sew many things to love!!

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  38. Love the cupcake punch – very versatile. Lots of fun things in the new mini! Thanks for the chance to win blog candy!

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  39. How did I miss this opportunity? Picking just one thing is difficult…. but I love all my punches, so the cupcake and build a blossom punches are at the top of my list. Love your guest Designer today!! So simple, yet so darn perfect!!! Love your Blog Mary!!

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  40. I am a punch hoarder so naturally I love the Blossom Punch first and then the cupcake punch second… I love that they have matching stamps to go with them. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  41. I love the cupcake punch. just like in real life you can decorate the cupcake for any season or holiday.
    love it

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  42. Love the new mini – all of it, but my favorite is the glitter red paper. Hopefully we’ll see it in more of our fabulous colors soon??!! I think Easter Blossoms is my favorite stamp set. Thanks for all you beautiful cards. I check on your blog daily.

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  43. I would have to say my favorite new item is the Vintage Flower Adornments. They are so pretty! I also love the new Springtime Vintage Paper. I can’t get enough of the vintage I guess!

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  44. My fav is Nature Walk. I love it and have already thought of cards and scrapbook pages it will be used on. And that coordinating DSP! The best dsp they ever had. Thanks for blog candy opportunities and your wonderful ideas.

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  45. I love most of the things in the catalog but since I had to just choose one, my favorite has to be the Framed Tulip embossing folder. I think it has so much potential to be a classic embossing folder. I can hardlyh wait to use it.

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  46. I love your blog and your clean, crisp style. Very,very nice. My favorite out of the occasions mini is the Spring Time Vintage Designer Series Paper. So pretty! Thanks for the chance to win the blog candy!

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  47. Hey Mary!

    I just bought the little pom pom fringe and I’m delighted with the soft colors–perfect for Spring!

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  48. To choose only one is unbeliebably difficult. But I love the build a cup cake punch because I love cup cakes and birthdays! But the enire Mini catalog is just fantastic!

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  49. I have many favorites but I have to admit that I love punches and dies. I love the new cupcake punch and stamp set. However, I can see how the punches can be used on all sorts of paper without the stamps.

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  50. 44 Pages and to pick one item, oh my! The Glimmer Paper is fantastic, the book does no justice. I am so glad I ordered it. LOVE IT!

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  51. Oh Wow! I can’t pick just one! I love the Build a Blossom, Natures Walk and the Sew Suite! I also love all the things that go with them. This is one of the first times that I absolutely love everything in this catalog!

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  52. I’m totally in love with the Thanks for Caring set. It’s not only a wonderful set to send a sympathy card, but I think it will be a wonderful spring birthday card set. The butterfly is just enchanting.

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  53. The Sew Suite set is “sew” cute. I can’t wait to try some machine stitching with this set. Thanks Mary for your sew pretty site.

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  54. Love the Valentine Defined set! Great with the red glitter paper! I subscripe to your blog and look forward to viewing it each and every day! Thank you for sharing your talent with us.

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  55. I love the cupcake punch and stamp set. I also love the eat chocolate set.
    Thanks for the chance to play!

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  56. Keep It Simple Silly Or KISS! This year I promised myself I would enjoy creating and not worrying or compare myself to the ?Master Crafters?. I think a simple/classic stamp or a simple/classic punch can make a card. I love the 2 ? circle punch. It is quick and easy, no dragging out extra equipment. It is there when I need it. It complements the punches I already have and it works with the layering effect. I feel I can?t go wrong building a fabulous foundation with the 2 ? circle punch.

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  57. If I have to pick one right now… it’s the Valentine Defined set. However, the cupcake set and punch with the pom pom trim are right up there too. Thanks Mary!!

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  58. Loving the Baby Blossoms stamps and the Springtime Vintage DSP. Thanks for a chance at the blog candy!
    Toots

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  59. I love, love, love the Springtime Vintage Suite. It makes card creation easy, with paper, stamps, and buttons that coordinate!

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  60. Mary I have to say that I love all the new embellishments and buttons, I also love all the die cuts and punches that go with the stamp sets. but I usually end up purching almost everything out of the mini’s, aaaahhh!

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  61. Mine has to be the new cupcake set and punch – looks like you spent tons of time cutting out all those pieces for someone who didn’t know it was a punch!

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  62. Just has to be the new Cupcake punch. Can see SO MANY was to use this punch for my birthday cards. Hope you had a BLAST at Leadership-Look forward to seeing some fabulous blog post from what you learned (and swapped).

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  63. WOW!! How to pick just one! Well I would have to say the DSP and I can’t limit it to 1 LOL!
    I do love seeing all the fresh bright colors that just make you feel so bright and cheery!
    Thanks for sharing all you do and the chance to win some great blog candy.
    Vicky

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  64. I love the mini catalog!! I definitely need to order the Build a Blossom and the punch to match!! Love the different ideas I have seen with this set! and of course order it during Salebration!! 🙂

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  65. It is definitely hard to pick just one. I would have to say the Cupcake Punch. Besides being so cute, it is very versatile. Thanks for all your ideas.

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  66. There are many in here I could call favorites but I will pick Sweet Buttons Embosslits as my very favorite!
    Thanks for all the inspiration on your Blog.

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  67. I have no problem narrowing it down to one… in fact, I can narrow it down to one stamp within a stamp set. The branch of blossoms in the Easter Blossoms set just blew me away when I saw it…since then I’ve had pictures running through my head of the beautiful cards I can make with it! Love it!

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  68. My favorite would be the Framed Tulip Embossing Folder! Hard to just pick one with all of the new & fun items. Thanks for the chance to win the blog candy…and even more for your wonderful blog. I still check it every day.

    Cindy

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  69. My favorite is the build a blossom stamp set with the coordinating punch, my head is spinning with beautiful projects for Springtime! Thanks for being such as inspiration Mary!

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  70. Just one product???? Hmmmm, I’d have to say the Build-A-Blossom punch (and coordinating stamp set of course) LOVE LOVE LOVE this product and can’t wait to use it 🙂

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  71. My favorite new product? Boy that’s a toughie! I guess if I had to pick one it would be Nature Walk. I just love that set!

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  72. Just one. . .hmmm. I would have to say the Nature Walk makes me weak at the knees. Can’t wait for Sale-a-bration to make my big order.

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  73. I really love the Bold Blossom set. The new builder wheels seem to compliment it nicely. Thanks so much for sharing with us all the time!

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  74. I must confess that I am a button hoarder so the button stamps and embossing folder will definitely be at the top of my list. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  75. So many cute ones but if I have to pick one, my favorite is the cupcake punch, love punches & love your blog too! Thanks for the awesome creative mind u got!

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  76. You were right! It really is too difficult to narrow it down. With all your great samples, I ordered just about everything in the catalog. I love the cupcake punch and build a blossom punch and the coordinating stamps, but I think my favorite it the Easter Blossoms stamp set. I love the branch with blossoms. I am a fan of all things asian, and the blossom branch will be so versatile for my stamping. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  77. All stampin up products are wonderful. The new mini has the beautiful nature walk stamp set. Every stamp in the collection is wonderful. However, I also love the cupcake punch and cupcake stamp and the owl stamp and Valentine defined and ….

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  78. I really like the tulip border embossing folder. The glitter paper is wonderful too! thanks for the chance to win.

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  79. You’re right it is hard to narrow it down to just one item, however, I always like the embossing folders and the new Framed Tulips folder is really pretty!

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  80. I love the letter Press plates. I find that using my Big SHot gives me a unique and beautiful card or scrapbook page everytime! Sometimes I don’t even have to stamp….

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  81. Goodness, just one favorite??? I guess I’ll have to vote for the cupcake punch. I can’t wait to get my hands on that.

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  82. It is so hard to pick just one item since this catalog is so wonderful! I would have to choose the cupcake punch and the Create a cupcake stamp set. My other favorites are the Nature Walk set, framed tulips embossing folder and the springtime vintage paper.

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  83. How does one pick just one! If I must, I would say “bring on the cake”. I so needed a new Birthday set.
    Thank you for the candy opportunity.

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  84. I have a lot of favorites in that catalog but my number one pick would be Easter Blossoms. The flowing branch is reminiscent of flowering dogwood on my wedding invitations 34 years ago. I also love the silhoutte stamp of the young girl.

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  85. OMG!! Just one!? Definitely the Glimmer Brads…I love everything glittery and I use brads all the time. I am getting a pack in every color family! Can’t wait to add some sparkle.

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  86. If I had to pick one – you’re right it is hard. I love the new cupcake punch and of course you have to add in the stamp set that goes with it.

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  87. I hope I win because I was going to purchase 2 of the things you’re giving away as blog candy! Now let’s see…my favorite is the Valentine Defined stamp set. I just love the heart tree and the valentine definition. Such a diversity of styles in the catalog this time…me like.

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  88. Mary:
    You never fail when it comes to creativity. I love the new Mini catalog! I want just about everything in it especially the new punches. If I have to choose the two I want the most is the Cupcake punch and the
    Blossome punch they are absolutely wonderful!

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  89. Oh you are asking a very hard question! Which one is my favorite ? Umm I would say Nature walk but every item in the mini catalog is a must have -thanks for the opportunity for the blog candy

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  90. After seeing you card with the red glimmer paper, I would have to say it. However, the set that I would likely purchase would be Thanks For Caring…..simple and sweet.

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  91. Create a Cupcake is absolutely my number one choice, even though the choice was very difficult. However, the Build a Cupcake Punch is a must have as well! Mary, you are right! This duo has got to be the “Grand Poobah”! This set is gonna rock some Birthday cards!!!

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  92. I love the Create a Cupcake stamp set and punch and the Bring on the Cake stamp set. The way to a woman’s heart is through stamping cakes???? Thanks for the chance to win “candy” on top of all of that!!!!

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  93. I am eager to order the cupcake punch and create a cupcake stamp set. I send a lot of birthday cards which are fun to make. How can you not love sending wishes of joy? Kathy Rittler

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  94. I love the cupcake punch! I’m a sucker for punches that line up with stamped images – makes things so easy!!

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  95. HAHAHAHAHA! My favorite is the stamp set…Eat Chocolate. My favorite saying/stamp is: I would give up chocolate but I’m no quitter! I know alot of friends that saying would definitely apply, besides myself!

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  96. The build-a-cupcake punch and stamp set are on the top of my “to get” list. I’m already planning out adorable birthday party invites and thanks you’s with these!

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  97. My fave would be….
    Nature’s Walk Set!! Very versatile. Love your blog & especially the WOW’s. Thanks for the candy op.

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  98. I am most excited about the Eat Chocolate stamp set. I love giving cards to my friends just because, and this would be perfect for that.

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  99. If I have to pick one it’s the build a blossom stamp set but you have to have the punch to go with it too. Thanks for a chance at the blog candy Mary, you are the best.

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  100. Now this is so hard to do but if I had to choose one, it would be the cupcake punch and the stamp that goes with it. Stampin Up really knows how to keep you addicted! LOL. Be blessed.

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  101. My favorite has to be the cupcake punch. I can pop out those cupcakes as faster that they can blow out the candles!

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  102. I love everything in the new mini – but I have to say that my favorite is the cupcake punch. I really hate having to cut out images – so this is a perfect match with the stamp set.

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  103. My first must have was the Create a Cupcake stamp set and coordinating Build a Cupcake punch. My daughter-in-law LOVES cupcakes and she will want to borrow my set I’m sure! I introduced her to stamping and now we have a common hobby.

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  104. I love blog candy! 🙂 The most favorite item in the mini catalogue for me would be the Chalkboard Decor Elements. DH works shifts and they change every week, so tis a bit of a challenge to keep everything planned — these elements would be perfect to create some sort of organizer to hang in the kitchen!

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  105. Love your blog! Thank you for sharing great ideas! I love the new cupcake punch! It will be so much fun to use the stamp set and punch together. Ideas are endless. Thanks for the chance to win!~

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  106. If I HAD to pick just one, then it would be the Nature Walk stamp set. I love all of the images, especially the birdcage.

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  107. Hi Mary, I love chocolate, so I must say the Eat Chocolate stamp set is my favorite in the new mini. I’m also looking forward to using the create a cupcake stamp set and punch.

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  108. Sorry, I could not pick just one…Glimmer paper, cupcake punch, Creat a Cupcake and Nature Walk stamp sets….and more 🙂

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  109. This is the best mini ever and I have paper clips marking my favorites and there is one on almost every page. I love the Vintage DSP…it’s so shabby chic. The Nature Walk stamp set rates right up there also. Fun, fun crafting days are ahead with these goodies!

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  110. I LOVE bolg candy!!!! Although I have never won any LOL!!! I have a hard time naming one product in the mini, but I would go out on a limb and say the Buil A CUpcake stamp set and punch!!! I am ready for bright spring colors!!!

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  111. I am excited about the Glitter Paper! I make a mess with glitter, so glitter paper is much safer for me 🙂 The rest of the catalog is great!

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  112. I am excited about the Glitter Paper! I make a mess with glitter, so glitter paper is much safer for me 🙂 The rest of the catalog is great!

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  113. The entire Botanical Gazette Suite makes me drool—though you are right in saying it is a nearly-impossible task to narrow it down~ The mini-catalogs just keep getting better and better! Thanks for your inspirational website and the wonderful blog giveaways!!

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  114. Sometimes I’m not able to make cards ahead of time, so I am always looking for something that is versatile and easy for a fast, last minute card. The Cupcake Punch looks like it would perfect for that! I can’t wait to see all the different projects YOU do with it!

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  115. I will say the whole Oh Sew Sweet Collection…my colors, great papers, wonderful stamps! Can’t wait to get mine.
    Joan

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  116. I love the Valentine Defined stamp set. I can see all the beautiful cards made with that set. Thanks for a chance to win the blog candy.

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  117. I agree it’s hard to pick just one. I love little stamp sets so I will have to go with ‘You’re a Gem’, so cute!
    Thanks for the WOW videos, I love them too :0)

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  118. I am so relieved that the decorative punch was also in this catalog as I couldn’t buy it from the last and was hoping it didn’t go into the abyss, but it’s back and this time I’m getting it for sure!

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  119. I can’t wait to get my hands on nature walk! I love that type of stamps and love vintage. I also love the framed tulip embossing folder – love to run things thru my Big Shot!!

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  120. Difficult to make one choice….I love the Framed Tulips embossing folder and the red glimmer paper and all of the sprintime vintage suite. Enjoy your blog every day!

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  121. My new favorite is the Red Glimmer Paper! It’s great!! I can’t wait for the cupcake punch. It’s looks like so much fun!!

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  122. I just love the Build a Blossom stamp set and coordinating punch. The possibilities are endless….
    I love your blog, you are very creative.

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  123. Love the cute little Bigz Petal Cone Die, can’t wait to use it with some of the Springtime Vintage DSP.

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  124. Mary, no need to enter me in the drawing, but I had to share with you. My favorite is the Springtime Vintage paper. It takes me back to my childhood days when Grandma & Mom would make aprons & dresses out of similar patterns. So relaxing & serene.

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  125. Hi Mary,

    The create a cupcake set is adorable but really, how can you make us choose? 🙂 Thanks for the inspiration you give us everyday!!!

    Julie L.

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  126. My fave from the Occasions Mini is the Build a Cupcake Punch (and of course the matching Create a Cupcake stamp set)! I’m a punch lover, so it’s a no-brainer for me. 😉

    Thanks for the chance to win! 🙂

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  127. Oh My Goodness! You have to pick ONE! That is REALLY hard but if I had to choose ONE I guess I would pick ONE I think I would choose create a cupcake and punch or does that make two! Oh well, I did good to narrow it down that much ’cause I love the whole mini!!! Thanks for the chance to win an awesome giveaway! Love your blog!

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  128. It’s so hard to pick just one. I will say build a cupcake punch. I just love a punch that matches with a stamp set

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  129. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Framed Tulps Embossing folder.. I love to use embossing folders for my cards.

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  130. I appreciate your beautiful card designs Mary. My favorite (cupcake punch) is also the most mentioned.

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  131. I always love your blog candy! It’s always so fun! My favorite new product on the Occasions Mini Catalog would be the Botanical Gazette Suite! I just LOVE the birdcage in the Nature Walk set and the coordinating DSP is perfect!

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  132. I love the glimmer paper, wish it was in other colors besides red. Also really like the buttons in springtime vintage.

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  133. I really like the Build a Blossom stamp set with coordinating Blossom Petals punch. I think I could a lot with those!

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  134. There are so many fun things in this mini that is difficult to choose just one…my wish list proves that! Top on my list is the Eat Chocolate set. SU! had me in mind when they created this set. Thanks for the chance at some great blog candy. jmniffer

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  135. I love so many items in the new mini, it’s hard to pick just one. But if I have to…it would be Nature Walk because of my love of nature. This stamp set is beautiful. Thanks for the chance to win some awesome blog candy!

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  136. I am totally torn between the Build A Blossom set (along with cordinating punch) and the Button Button set. They both are really my style. Can’t wait to see you do some samples of them.

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  137. Hi Mary, I love everything about the new mini catalog, but the first thing that caught my eye was the Nature Walk set and coordinating paper. I can’t wait for my order to come in to use that beautiful set. Truly a work of art.

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  138. I have already made a list from the catalog so it’s tough to pick my favorite. But something about the Chocolate stamp set makes me happy. 🙂 Thanks for the chance to win!

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  139. I’m loving the Sweet Fabric Buttons – you can never have too many embellishments. Your picture has me ready for spring with those colors!!

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  140. One?? Impossible! But a favorite is the red glimmer paper which is so versatile. Thanks for your daily dose of inspiration!

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  141. I love your blog – it’s given me so many ideas! If I’d have to pick one thing – the glitter page is awesome! it’s just what I needed to make Valentine’s day cards…

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  142. Usually, there is always one stamp set that keeps calling to me each time I look at the catalog or mini. This time it is Nature Walk- I love the botanical, natural look and the versatility it will provide!

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  143. My favorite new item is the Baby Blossoms stamp set. I was thinking I’d wait until SAB to order it as well but I’m a little hesitant – only because I think it’s a 2 step stamp set, but it doesn’t say. Do you know if there’s a guide to which little stamps work together to creat the layers? Any way around it – I’m madly in love with the frame that comes with it!

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  144. My favorite is definitely Easter Blossoms. Thank you for your blog. It is the second one I visit every day just after visiting my best friends blog. Your videos are very helpful too. Thank you for the beautiful work and for sharing. And blog candy is always nice.

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  145. Love, Love, Love the Build a Blossom! I’m trying to pace myself on buying the rest…so I have time to savor!

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  146. My favorite set so far is the Valentine Defined. I love the versatility of the set. I was able to create a whole set of cards in no time. I think the tree is my favorite image from it. I also like the hearts on the long stems. They make a great stamp for the inside of the card.

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  147. I haven’t ordered yet from the Occasions mini, but I’m a punch nut so I’m thinking the new cupcake punch will be in my first order.

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  148. Whoo Hoo for BLOG CANDY!!! Create a Cupcake is hands down my number one pick from the Occasions Mini. However, absolutely have to have the complimenting Build a Cupcake Punch to go with it! And, you are absolutely right, this set is the “Grand Poobah” of the Occasions Mini Catalog!
    Mary, Thanks for all your wonderful creations and ideas!

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  149. It is always SO hard to choose a favorite product. I love ribbon and I love pom poms so I will have to say it is the pom pom trim – in ALL colors!

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  150. I really like the Build a Cupcake Punch and Create a Cupcake stamp set. These set items are first on my list when Sale-a-Bration begins.

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  151. Mary, that you so much for all of your inspiration everyday. It is so hard to choose 1 item from this mini. So, if I have to choose, I will say “Easter Blossoms”. I have been using the tree branch for several b’day cards with several techniques. Thanks again! Sheila

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  152. Absolutely, without a doubt, the Cupcake punch and co-ordinating stamp set! You have just gotta love it!

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  153. I love the combo of Create-a-cupcake and the Build-a-cupcake punch. Both of them are so versatile and can be used in many occasions.

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  154. I love the build a blossom stamp set and coordinating punch. A close second is the new cupcake punch and coordinating stamp set. I’ve got my fingers crossed that I win the blog candy! Thanks for sharing your wonderful talent with us.

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  155. Not difficult at all! The Sew Suite Stamp Set!!!
    Several ladies in my SU group also quilt, so this is a no brainer for us, LOVE IT!

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  156. Can’t wait to get the Nature Walk stamp set. It is going to be so versatile. Love your daily posts. They keep me inspired.

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  157. Mary – I love the whole “button” suite! Embosslits, paper, fabric, rub-ons and lets not forget the stamps! I am going to get some serious free SAB sets as a result =)

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  158. how can you decide on one?? the best mini ever I love the BEE paper actually all the paper it is awesome!~

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  159. I really like the Sew Suite collection! I am anxious to see what fabulous projects YOU will create from it! I check your blog every single day and love all that you share! Please know how much you and your work are appreciated!

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  160. It’s so hard to pick which is my favorite – it’s a wonderful mini. If I had to pick one, it would be the Framed Tulips embossing folder. Very pretty!!!

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  161. Hello Mary: It’s so hard to pick a favorite thing but, I think the “Take a Spin” stamp set is fabulous!!!!! I got it yesterday, along with the “Game Spinner Hands” and I am using it today for a super cute Baby Shower card I’m making for my daughter’s friend party this afternoon. This set got here just in time. Thank you for always sharing your talent with us.
    Maria.

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  162. I would have to say that my new favorite is Valentine Defined. I made several cards yesterday using this set and they turned out great!!!

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  163. 4th time looking at the MIni Catalog… so glad Stampin Up makes available the
    a la CARTE SINGLE STAMPS that fits into my budget

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  164. You have so many sneak peeks before we even get the mini, it’s hard to pick just one! I love the tulip embrossing folder and cant wait to receive my order.

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  165. Enjoy reading your blog and all your fabulous ideas. You’re right–it’s hard to pick just one. I love the new cupcake punch and the matching stamp set.

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  166. I love the framed tulip folder. Look forward everyday to your card sample and love your WOW videos. Thanks for a chance to win.

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  167. Hi Mary My favorite is the birthday set “Bring on the Cake.” I stamp mostly birthday cards and this one has so much to offer for the front of the card, the inside, and the envelope. I think it will make me very happy to own it! Thanks for the colorful blog candy opportunity!

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  168. My Favorite item is the “Bring on the Cake” set! I am always “volunteered” to make the birthday cards at work, and this would be a refreshing change to the standard Happy Birthday! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  169. Just one favourite?!! Okay…if I can only pick one item it would be the cupcake punch. This is SO versatile and when I embellish with glitter for sprinkles and scoring for the creases on the cupcake wrapper, my wee cupcakes will almost be as cute as the ones in the matching stamp set. I can’t lie though…I can’t buy one or the other, I’m getting both!

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  170. Being the practical stamper that I am, I would say my most preferred item would be the Textured Impressions Framed Tulips embossing folder. Love my Big Shot! Thanks for the chance at your awesome blog candy (all would be welcomed into my stamp room)! Have been thinking about you this week with all the newscasts regarding the Tragedy in Tucson (assumed you weren’t at Safeway then and hope my assumption is correct). So very sad.

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  171. My favorite stamp set is Valentine Defined. I love the versatility of this set and can’t wait to use it!

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  172. I love the cupcake punch with matching stamp set. I jsut never can get enough punches and having a stamp set to go with it, yum!!!!

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  173. I think the Build-a-blossom stamp set and the punch that goes with it – does that count as 2 things? 🙂 Thank you for the opportunity to win some great blog candy and for all your great inspiration! I love following your blog!

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  174. Sure is hard to pick just one, but I will say the pomp-pomp ribbon is my favorite. It’s just so cute! Thanks for the chance to win.

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  175. I found it hard to pick my favorite but I have to say that the Valentine Defined was the first set that I added to my order. I see it being used for so much more than just Valentine’s Day! Thanks for your daily inspiration!

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  176. The cupcake punch is my ultimate fave, runner up is the buttons embosslits, you will never run out of buttons. 🙂

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  177. For me it has to be the new cupcake punch. I loved the bird, then the owl and now the cupcake – plus you have stampsets to match – This mini is going to be too hard to resist!!! Thanks for the blog candy!

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  178. Totally in LOVE with the cupcake punch! I have a “thing” for gadgets… and I’m a tool and punch collector! I absolutely love the 2 step punches! oh, and it’s a plus that cupcakes are so yummy 🙂

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  179. I really really love the new Build a Cupcake punch!! Since I love cupcakes, it’s just fitting to have them on my cards too =)

    Thanks for the chance for your blog candy and more power to you!!!

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  180. Oh, my! I have 2 favs: the pattern background stamp AND the flower punch with matching stamp [as far as I’m concerned the flower stuff counts as one]. Thanks for the chance to win some awesome blog candy!

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  181. Sweet! First I just l-o-v-e all the springy colors in the blog candy- with all the cold weather, snow (unexpected) etc those colors jsut warm mmy heart! 🙂
    FAve??–has to be the glimmer paper!

    I’d love to win this–would really perk me up! Thx for the chance to win!

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  182. Love, love, LOVE the Springtime Vintage DSP! (I’m a paper fanatic!)
    Thanks for offering up the candy!
    Aloha,
    Toots

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  183. One of the BEST MINI CATALOGS in a long time!!! There are way too many cute goodies in it. But I really do think that the Nature Walk is a keeper for sure. And Mary love all the ideas you come up with…

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  184. I’m not sure you could really pick just one but if I have to it would have to be the markers. You can do sooo many things with the markers. Appreciate your posts and a chance to win. I can’t wait til Sale-a-Bration starts.

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  185. So many items I love. To pick just one would have to be the cupcake punch and the stamp set. I love the punches, they work so nicely with cards or scrapbooking. Thank you for the opportunity to enter your blog candy.

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  186. I’d have to say the Nature Walk stamp set is my favorite. Thanks for your continued inspiration and I am really loving your ‘one minute to wow’ videos!

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  187. I would have to say the cupcake punch is one of the best products! thank you for your inspiration and your blog giveaway. Have a great weekend, Peggy

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  188. I love the tulip frame embossing folder! There so many things in the new catalog that are calling my name! LOL

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  189. I have to admit that my fave changes daily (if not hourly). Right now it is the blossom punch. But talk to me before I go to bed and it might be the framed tulips embossing folder!
    Thanks for all your tips and advice! Have a great weekend and God Bless,

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  190. I love the Build a Blossom stamp set and the Blossom Petals Punch. I think that will be able to create such lovely creations. I love your site,You are so amazing. Thank you for sharing your talent with all of us. I look forward to your daily site, It is so full of wonderful ideas and really beautiful cards, and ideas. Thank You, Ellen Hinds

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  191. Oh how do I narrow it down?? I guess I would choose the tulip frame embossing folder because I just love those darn things!!

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  192. I love the new cupcake punch and the stamp set that coordinates with it. Your cards are such an inspiration, thanks for sharing!!

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  193. I love this Mini as well!! A real toss up for me between the Nature Walk stamp set, the Easter Blossom set!

    oh and the Baja Breeze glass glitter….

    🙂

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  194. Love the new mini! Love the colors in your blog candy photo. I would love to win! Thanks for all your examples.

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  195. At the moment my favorite is Build a Bloom, I love making cards with flowers. Thank you Mary for the chance to win !

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  196. The colors of the candy blog makes me think of how Spring is coming! Those awemome ribbon and paper and color markers are pretty! Thanks for sharing all the wondering things you share.

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  197. My favorite item in the mini is the petal cone die! I love the previews of all the different projects you can make with this die!

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  198. As was mentioned the cupcake punch and stamp set is awesome! But my favorite (for versatility) is the Take A Spin set….sooo many uses for these stamps!!!
    P.S. Thanks for a fantastic web site, best I’ve seen in a LONG time!!

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  199. How in the world can we pick just one!!! lol You even have a top 10! ha .. ok well I would have to say that I am already over the top in love with the CUPCAKE PUNCH!! Gotta love cupcakes!~

    Chani McMullin

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  200. There are so many that I like, but my favs have to be “Thanks for Carin” and “Button,Button”. I’m a quilter and see many uses for both of these.

    Thanks for all you share with us.

    Debbie S

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  201. I like so many things,it’s hard to choose a favorite. I’m choosing the one I know I will buy-Bring on the cake. I can see myself using it many,many times.!Love your blog!!!

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  202. My favorites are the cupcake items! Can’t wait to get them! Thanks for a great blog! Always look forward to seeing your creations!

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  203. I agree with so many others…. HOW CAN YOU PICK JUST ONE??? I feel like I did when I was little and the Christmas Wish Book came with all those glorious toys and I could just pick a couple for Santa to bring… 🙂 First I thought I would pick the fabulous Build a Blossom Stamp set and coordinating punch… then I thought I would pick Bring on the Cake..it has soooo many wonderful sentiments… then it was cupcakes.. and chocolate… you can never go wrong with chocolate… Love the Plane & Simple stamp set.. I am always looking for something to help make a masculine card.. but I think I will finally choose the Framed Tulip Embossing Folder. It adds such a lovely touch to a card and can be used year around.

    Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with us!!!!

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  204. I absolutely LOVE the framed tulips embossing folder. It adds such an elegant touch to cards. Thanks for being such an inspiration to all of us! 🙂

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  205. Thank you for the offer! I am awaiting the Nature Walk set with the Botanical Gazette DSP! Love the colors in the paper and I love vintage sets!
    Have a great weekend!

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  206. I love the pom-pom ribbon- it makes any card look cuter and the colors are fabulous- couldn’t pick just one color, so I’ll have to order all three!

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  207. Only one??…I recently got caught up doing the Simply Adorned charms and have to say Clearly for you set is on my wish list for the charms…but the list goes on…

    enjoy visiting your blog each day! thanks for the inspiration…

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  208. To pick just one is hard to do!!! I love the cupcake punch and set. But I think my favorite is the “Bring On the Cake” set on page 13.

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  209. To pick just one is hard to do!!! I love the cupcake punch and set. But I think my favorite is the “Bring On the Cake” set on page 13.

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  210. Without a doubt, the build a blossom punch is my favorite. Can’t wait for sale-a-bration. Thanks so much a chance to the blog candy.

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  211. Oops, had to repost, typed my e-mail address in wrong! Still love the Framed Tulip Embossing Folder! 🙂 Mary Thanks for the chance to win too.

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  212. Just love (You’re a Gem) stamp set. I think I will be using this stamp set alot. Thanks for a chance to win the wonderful blog candy.
    I so look forward to seeing what you are up to on your blog daily. You rock.

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  213. I really like the new Frames Tulip Embossing Folder! Thank you for a chance to win all of that wonderful “candy” too! 🙂 Mary

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  214. I love candy! My fav new items in the new mini is the build a cupcake stamps & punch – so sweet & no calories. Thanks for all you do Mary!

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  215. I heart the Build a Blossom stamp set and punch. I just got them today and I cannot wait to make a flower with them.

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  216. I really like that shimmery red paper. I can use it at Valentine’s and, if any is left, at Christmas. I can’t wait to order it. Thanks for your postings and candy offer.

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  217. Oh no, one thing !! That is a difficult choice. hmmmmm guess I will have to say the CUPCAKE PUNCH. Have a good one. Hugs n’ Stuff, Lynne

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  218. Thanks for offering such delicious blog candy! My favorite (so far) is the build a blossom set and the matching blossom punch. Just thinking of the many ways I can use these two SU delights makes me smile!

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  219. Nature Walk is by far my favorite and I can’t wait to get it. I’ve seen so many beautiful cards using it and it’s one of those “never get tired of” as far as I can see. For any occasion it’s very versital. Love it.
    Thanks for a chance at some GREAT blog candy too.

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  220. I have to say I love so much in this mini catalog but if I have to pick one item it is the Thanks for Caring set. I am a sucker for butterflies as my daughter loves butterflies and fairies!

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  221. Thanks for all your wonderful ideas. I just love visiting your blog. I really like the blossom punch and matching stamp set.

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  222. Thank you for such a fabulous opportunity! Just one favorite thing???? I am really enamored with “Notes and Details” anything that helps me journal more is fantastic in my book.

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  223. I think if I had to pick a favorite it would be the new cone die. I’m not sure that is the proper name but I’m sure you know which die I am referring to. Can’t wait to get my hands on it!

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  224. I love flowers so it has to be the Blossom Petals Punch and Build a Blossom stamp set! Can’t wait to get them!

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  225. The cupcake punch with coordinating stamp set is the best!! There are a bunch of way cool items in the new mini! Thanks for the chance.

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  226. I think my favorite is Bring On the Cake. I make mostly birthday cards, and I’m always on the look-out for new birthday sentiments. This set has a lot!

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  227. My pick is Bring on The Cake stamp set and Framed Tulips non-stamp item. Does that count as one favorite? That’s one in each catagory….
    Rita

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  228. I love the new cupcake punch and coordinating stamp set!!!! I can’t wait to get it!!!! What a great giveaway! Tracey

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  229. Soooooo hard to pick just one!! After much soul searching the Sew Suite stamp set is the winner (and everything that goes with it)!!! Look forward to your post each day!

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  230. Hi!
    You’re right, can’t pick just one!
    But since I have to, the “BUILD A CUPCAKE” punch!
    I love it, can’t wait to get it!

    Vicki A.

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  231. I’d have to say my favorite item would be Valentine Defined. But there are lots of items that run a close second! Thanks for the chance to win some great blog candy — I love following your blog and all your ideas! Thank you!

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  232. I am going to have to go with the Create a Cupcake set with a side of Build A Cupcake Punch!

    Can you ask for anything cuter? No, you really can’t.

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  233. Hi!
    You’re right, hard to pick just one!
    But if I had to, the “Build a Cupcake” punch! Hands down!
    I love it, can’t wait to get!

    Vicki A.

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  234. I would have to say “Take a Spin” set. LOVE it!! What a great unique way to bring something “new” to stamping cards and such.

    Thanks for an oppotunity to win 🙂

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  235. This truly is the best mini catty SU has put out. I can’t limit it to one, so I may be disqualified. I love the vintage buttons/rosettes. I’m an embellishment freak, so I fell in love with them. You have a wonderful blog Mary and I’m always amazed at your creations. I don’t have a blog. Only a gallery with SCS. Hope I still qualifi.

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  236. Because its one of the cutesy holidays to decorate for my favorite item is the red glimmer paper. Super cute and very eye catching!!!

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  237. I LOVE this Occasions mini. I have a long wishlist, but my #1 favorite is probably Bring on the Cake. I thinnk Take a Spin is going to be great for the tweens in my life, though. REally looking forward to getting my hands on that to play. Great blog candy! Thank you for sharing!

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  238. Cupcake punch with matching stamp set, tulip embossing, red glitter paper…oh yeah you said just one!hehe. Ok I guess the cupcake set with punch. Love your blog. Thanks for the blog candy

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  239. There’s a lot to love in the new mini, but I think I love the cupcake stamp set the most! Thank you for sharing so much on your blog Mary. I wish I had half of your talent!

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  240. Omg!! Pick one?! I would have to say my Fav is the Valentine Defined! Love Hearts and I love all the hearts in this stamp set!

    Thanks for the chance to win! Love your work and your blog! It is so detailed and informative!

    TFS!

    Nicole

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  241. Soooo hard to choose! I love Valentine Defined but if I’m honest with myself…I would have to say the Pom Pom trim…hands down.

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  242. hard to pick one but i have been playing with the First Edition DSP and it sure spices up a card! i am now a follower of your site as your a huge inspiration to this very new demonstrator. a huge plus is how organized everything is about you. it makes it very easy to follow and learn. thanks!!!

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  243. Love the new decorative label punch and a very close second is the build a blossom set. Thanks for the chance to win 🙂

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  244. The new Cupcake punch and matching set is definitely my favorite! Thanks for the opportunity to win some candy!

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  245. I love the cupcake punch and the matching stamp set! Just ordered the punch today and will be ordering the matching stamp set real soon!

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  246. I love, love, love the glimmer paper and all the designer series paper! Oops I couldn’t narrow it down to one 🙂

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  247. It’s a toss up between the great coordinating Build A Blossom set and Blossom’s Petals Punch and the Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (the look of which I just love!) So hard to choose when they are all so fun!

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  248. My favorite item is the Blossom Petal Punch and of course the Build a Blossom to go with it. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  249. Very hard to decide but guess i would have to go with the cupcake punch. i do not have it yet but am wanting it pretty bad!!! Of course when i see some of the creations you do, then i want what you used!!!

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  250. I love love love the new stamp set nature walk! I didn’t like it at first, but now that I have seen samples, I love it!

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  251. I think it has to be the cupcake punch! I’m not a fan of cutting things out so I was so excited to see this! I love your blog. I try to check it everyday to see your inspiring projects!

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  252. So many neat things to choose from! But I am really intrigued with the “Build a Blossom” stamp set and the matching Blossom Petals punch. I’ve seen such neat projects starring this set. Can hardly wait to get it!
    Thank you for sharing all your great ideas and projects. And now, Blog Candy! Wow, doesn’t get any better than that!

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  253. The Eat Chocolate set is my favorite for the moment. Ask me again tomorrow and it will probably be different! I guess I will have to provide my own chocolate smeary fingerprint on the cards – one would think that would be included in the set! Love your blog, videos and all! Thanks for sharing your talent with us.

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  254. I think that my favorite will be the new Nature Walk stamp set, but I also like the Medallion Medley cards and the Be My Valentine stamp.

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  255. I have a hard time picking just one thing, but I would have to say Nature Walk followed closely by Baby Blossoms. This mini with all the beautiful papers is wonderful!

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  256. You’re right, I can’t narrow it down to 1 item. Like most people above, I have to have the new cupcake punch and matching stamp set. Plus, the new bringon the cake stamp set will be fantastic for birthday cards, which I seem to make so many of. Thanks for the blog candy offer…it looks delicious!

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  257. love the new mini – I can’t honestly pick just one thing as my favorite … so I’m going to say that the cup-cake punch and Sew Suite are my favorites IN THEIR CATEGORY … how’s that?! and the new designer fabric, and the brads … sew cute!

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  258. WOW..just ONE? Love the Build a Blossom stamp set/punch. What a great idea for many different looks. Love your blog…love you and love your creativity!

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  259. Choose just one!? Would have to be the Springtime DSP. So pretty! Although the newsprint DSP is pretty cool, too!

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  260. I’d have to say my favorite new stamp set in the mini is the Punch Bunch. I also lofve the seam binding ribbon. It lays so flat and pretty!

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  261. It is so hard to choose, but if I have to it would be the Create a Cupcake set. My girls are all crazy for anything cupcake. The glimmer paper is wonderful too.

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  262. Build a Blossom Punch is my favorite and of course I had to have the coordinating stamp set. I agree this is one of the best mini catalogs that I’ve seen so far.

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  263. Glitter Paper! I love the whole romantic series with trinkets and the newsy paper. But that glitter paper adds just the right touch to sooo many different projects. I wish they would make it in all colors!!

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  264. I read your blog every day! You keep me inspired. i must have that vintage designer paper!! It reminds me of my grandmother’s aprons…

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  265. There are so many things that I could call favorite! The punchaholic in me is jumping up and down saying, “Pick the cupcake punch, pick the cupcake punch!”

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  266. I’m a nature lover, so Nature Walk wins hands down. This mini is so full of lovely things to suit every taste. Mary, I love your One Minute Wow! tutorials. Thanks!

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  267. Designer brads, take a spin set, button embosslits, new dsp, so many things that I really can’t narrow it down! Thx for you fresh inspiration!

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  268. I love the new mini. There is some great stuff in it. I am just not sure where to start my order. It’s the best. Thanks for sharing your talents with us. I love looking at your blog every morning.

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  269. I’m stalking the UPS man…I cant wait for him to bring me the “You’re a Gem” stamp set and the “First Edition” DSP. I also LOVE your WOW video tutorials Mary, keep em coming!

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  270. I am getting ready to move so my catalog is all packed up… but I love the new set that goes with the punches!!!

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  271. It’s hard to pick just one thing from this mini but I guess it would have to be Nature Walk. I love the images and the realistic feel is just my style. Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win this awesome blog candy!
    Inky hugs,
    Janet

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  272. I love the new cupcake punch and the coordinating stamp set. I make a lot of birthday cards and can’t wait to embellish them with the cute cupcakes. Thank you for offering such sweet blog candy!

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  273. First I really enjoy your blog…you are a inspiration.
    My favorite item from the mini catty is the Create a Cupcake set and coordinating punch. So many possibilities. Thank you for the chance to win the blog candy.
    Sharon King

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  274. Wow! That’s a tall order. I’ll have to go with Nature Walk stamp set and Build a Blossom Punch. Though the spinners sure look like fun 🙂 Can’t wait to get my goodies from the mini!

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  275. That’s a tough decision! But I would have to say I L.O.V.E. the tulip embossing folder! I love the definition that the folders give and at such a small price! Can’t go wrong! Keep up the awesome creativity! I love your blog!

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  276. If I can only choose one favorite, I’d have to pick Valentine Defined. I can’t wait to get my hands on it to play! Thanks for all the inspirations, I love your blog!

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  277. I absolutely LOVE this mini and if I had to pick just ONE (oh the horror!) I would choose Bring on The Cake. I think it’s going to be my new go-to for birthday cards. Thanks for the chance to win that awesome ribbon!

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  278. Nature Walk is my fave so far. I love anything with nature. Thanks for he wonderful candy. YUM. Hugs, Becky

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  279. Seriously? Just *one* favorite? (sigh) You should see all the little Post It notes I’ve got tabbed on nearly every page! Okay, I guess we could say it’s Nature Walk. It’s a must-have set for me!

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  280. Mary.. once again you have outdone yourself! Amazing blog..amazing candy..amazing you 🙂 My favorite has to be the Build a Blossom stamp set and matching punch…or maybe the cupcakes..or the tulip frame! Ok I cant decide..lol Thanks Mary!

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  281. I love the Valentine Defined set, it can be used for so much more than Valentines Day. Thanks for the chance at the scrumptious candy!

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  282. OOOH!! fun fun! I absolutely love all of the sewing themed items, especially the new fabric! So hungry for blog candy! Cheers!

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  283. My winner is the stamp set “Button, Button”! I see endless possibilities, like snowmen made of embossed buttons. 😉 I’ve had trouble mailing things with buttons on them, so this is the perfect answer. Thanks so much for doing this, Mary. 😉

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  284. My favorite product in the new occasions catalog is the Sweet Button Embosslits! Thanks for the chance to win some great SU goodies!

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  285. This has to be the best Mini catalog of goodies I’ve seen from Stampin’Up! in a long time.
    It’s hard to pick just one favorite but mine is the Sew Sweet stamp set. I can’t wait for my set to get here either.

    Take care and I sure love your blog and cards. Just beautiful.

    Debbie

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  286. I love the take a spin set… with of course, the spinner hands and the new large circle punch. Thx so much, love your stuff

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  287. I love your Valentine with the Hot Air Ballons! Too Cute!
    I am inspired by the sketch challenge and am off to create. 🙂

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  288. Guess I am not alone in having a hard time selecting just one favorite item from the new mini–glad to be in such good company though! I was thrilled to see the seam binding ribbon in more colors….a girl can never have too much ribbon in her stash and this is the best!! Thanks as always for a chance to win!

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  289. Ok, just one right? My favorite is… take a spin, no wait… the build a cup cake, no I REALLY love the Eat Chocolate set the most. 🙂 Ok, that was quiet difficult. Thanks for the chance to win some GREAT goodies.

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  290. I have so many but my favorite two are the New tulip embossing folder and the BLUE GLASS GLITTER!!!!!
    OOOOHHHHHHHHH BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It will be on everything as baby blue is my favorite color!
    Thanks for the chance to win candy!!!
    Marcia

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  291. Hmmmm – let’s see, Is it the Nature Walk stamp set or the Botanical Gazette designer series paper? Stamps, paper, stamps, paper? OK If I must, I’ll choose the stamps. They are extraordinarily beautiful.

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  292. Such a tough decision!! I would have a toss up between the cupcake punch and the glimmer paper. Just choosing one, I would choose the glimmer paper, it adds such fun to valentines!!

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  293. Only one?!? O.k I love the new cupcake set with matching punch. Way too cute! Thanks for sharing all your wonderful ideas and creations and for the chance to win!

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  294. By far my favorite products in the new occasions min is the red glimmer paper and the Take a Spin stamp set. I can see all kinds of possibilities with these products. Thanks for the chance to win some blog candy.

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  295. Picking just one is so hard! I like the Oh Sew Suite – everything in it, especially the stamp that looks like a spool of thread. My mom is a quilter and I can’t wait to make her some things with this stamp set! Thanks for doing blog candy…it makes the snow outside look like fun again!

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  296. There is so much to love, but one of my favorite item is the new glimmer paper, love the glitter without the mess!

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  297. it’s theee best mini evea’, but one of my fav. items has to be the rhinestones & pearls; these are a compliment to any project; thanks for the chance to win some candy!

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  298. I LOVE everything in the new Occassions Mini. I LOVE the new flower punch and matching stamp set. I LOVE the new pompom ribbon. Yhe new DSP is gorgeous. If I have to name something I LOVE the new embossing folder. It is a gorgeous frame.
    I also enjoy your blog so very much. You give me such wonderful inspiration.

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  299. Love, love, love the new cupcake punch! Can’t wait to get my hands on it! Thanks for sharing all your wonderful creations with us, and for the chance at blog candy!

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  300. So hard to pick just one! But I love the new cupcake punch! SU does such a wonderful job creating items with great versatilty. The cupcake punch can utilize most of the ‘scraps’ leftover from other projects that may not have used a whole piece of cardstock!

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  301. I went to a class yesterday and we used the Cupcake Punch and it is fun fun fun in the sun sun sun here in Florida.

    Thanks for all of your beautiful work.

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  302. Bonjour

    moi j’adore le papier rouge sintillant. Il est parfait pour faire de merveilleuse carte. Je vais pouvoir m’en servir tout au long de l’ann?e.

    Hello

    I love the red glimmer paper. It is perfect for making wonderful card. I’ll be able to use it throughout the year.

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  303. I have to say BEST MINI CATALOG EVER!!!! I love the new cupcake punch and the stamp set that goes with it. I will buying those when sale-a-bration starts.

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  304. The bring on the cake is teriffic set. So versitile and varied. Also, can’t wait to get the cupcakepunch and ceate a cupcake set.

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  305. The glimmer read paper was lots of fun to play with for valentines. I was glad not to have to put everything “red” away after Christmas.

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  306. Roberta: I just love the chance for blog candy but I really love the new glimmer red paper. It will make some wonderful cards.

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  307. WOW! all these wonderful comments! I am a sucker for punches, but I made myself hold off. My absolute favorite is the Valentine Defined set. I have had so much fun making cards with it. THanks for the chance to win. I told my “demo” if she see’s you at Leadership to bring me back a hug!

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  308. I love the red glimmer paper in the new mini. Although it doesn’t cost much, using it will save so much time since I won’t have to clean up all the excess glitter.

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  309. Oh, so many good things, but I definitely like the BUILD A CUPCAKE stamp set with the matching PUNCH! I think the possiblities for run are spelled all over this set!

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  310. My “gotta have” is the Cupcake punch – I’m a “punch junkie” and this is just the fix I need!!!

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  311. I love the Framed Tulip enbossing folder, it will add the little extra to so many cards and is one of those timeless items, will never be outdated. Love your blog and ideas!!!

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  312. Thanks for a chance to win some candy. I really like the cupcake punch with the coordianting stamp set.

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  313. Thanks for the chance to win the blog candy. I’d have to say that I’m excited about the Simply Sent Medallion Medley. I love the Medallion stamp!

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  314. So hard to pick just one! Guess I would have to say the Build-A- Blossom stamp set. Of course, I would have to have the matching punch too. Love them both! Love your site, Mary!

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  315. My favorite thing in the New Catty would have to be the Nature Walk stamp set. I have already made several cards with it and they look totally different! I love your site Mary keep inspiring me!!

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  316. It is REALLY HARD to pick just ONE new thing… I like the Valentine set… and of course the Cupcake punch… SU just amazes me how they keep coming up with New items… and your Ideas are so AWSOME!!!
    Thanks for the Chance
    Melissa in WI

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  317. My favorite new product is the Build a Bloom punch! I can’t wait to order one so I can start making flower accents with lots of texture and dimension!

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  318. I love so much from the new catty…..guess my favorite would have to be Nature Walk and the designer paper that goes with it.

    Thanks for all the wonderful inspiration you give us.

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  319. Mary thanks for the chance to win awesome Candy! My favorite from the new Mini is Build a Blossom and Blossom Petals Punch. So many fabulous possibilites with this set.

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  320. It was hard to pick just one. I would have to say the Tulips embossing folder. I just love all the embossing folders.

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  321. I love punches, so I’d have to say my favorite is the cupcake punch. Trying to find new ways to use it. I also love the springtime vintage dsp. Thanks for the chance to win blog candy!

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  322. Wow, you are making this tough…only one item. I’d have to say my favorite is the glitter paper. It is awesome and doesn’t get all over everything. I hope they give us more colors in the future.
    Thanks for the blog candy. I always enjoy reading your blog.

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  323. I LOVE CANDY!!!! Love your site also…..can’t wait for the one-minute to WOWs to appear….from the mini I like the tulip emboss folder – can do the edge and fill the center. It looks so Spring and Easter

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  324. I LOVE those Rub Ons “Love Impressions” but also
    “Valentine Define”. Maybe it’s because im gathering stuff for my wedding-album… but can’t help but be in love with hearts and stuff.
    Your blog is so inspiring! Big thanks for that.

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  325. So hard to choose…but I do love the Build A Blossom stamp set and coordinating punch. Oh wait…that’s 2 things!! I look at your site first thing every morning. Great start to my day!

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  326. I have LOTS of favorites, but if I have to pick just one, it would be the “Bring on the Cake” set. I definitely NEED some new Birthday greetings. Thanks for the Candy opportunity …and THANKS big time for your super blog full of terrific ideas!

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  327. I LOVE those Rub Ons “Love Impressions” but also
    “Valentine Define”. Maybe it’s because im gathering stuff for my wedding-album… but can’t help but be in love with hearts and stuff.
    Your blog is so inspiring! Big thanks for that.

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  328. Oh my…just one?? Then the cupcake punch it will be….can see so many uses for this thing..thanks for the blog candy..hope I win!! By the way…LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your blog.

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  329. That is definitely a hard one – this mini was awesome!! I will have to say the tulip embossing folder- I cannot wait to get my hands on it! I love the way it frames – minimal effort/stunning result! Thanks for the chance.

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  330. Ahhh, love your blog!!! And Blog Candy, awesome. Let’s see my favorite of the mini…… The seam binding tape, LOVE IT !!! and of course the cupcake punch, got to have it. Thanks for all your inspiration!!!

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  331. You and I share many of the same favorites, but I was sold on the Build a Blossom set after seeing that beautiful clear card you created with it! Love you, Mary, thanks for everything!!!!!

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  332. My favorite??? Boy is that difficult to decide.
    If I had to pick just one it would be the rosettes.
    I absolutely love them. Thank you SO MUCH for your
    daily inspiration!

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  333. Cupcake punch! Its at the top of my “to buy” list! Thanks for another blog candy opportunity. I love visiting your blog everyday!

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  334. Oh its so hard to pick JUST ONE favorite but I would have to say the Build a Blossom stampset & punch. Love your blog, thank you for the daily inspiration !

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  335. My favorite is the Sweet Stitches Designer Fabric. I want to try to make “Button Bags” (with the big shot & scallop square die) for gifts. (Something cute to keep all those extra buttons in that come with new clothes or you find in the washer.)

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  336. I absolutely love the Valentine Defined stamp set, I have used it for so many different occasions including valentines day, weddings, and anniversaries. I am having a great time coming up with new ideas for this punch!

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  337. As I have said before, your ideas and creations are beautiful and inspiring. Thanks for the chance at the blog candy. My favorite is the Build a Blossom stamp set and the punch to go with it.

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  338. This was hard — Nature Walk is my favorite, though. There are a lot of new products in here that stretch the imagination, so it was tough to choose. The designer papers were particularly lovely in this catalog.

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  339. Without a doubt my favorite is the Cupcake Punch! Thank you for all the inspiration! I visit your blog first thing every morning!

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  340. yay! another chance to win…thank you! Well it really is hard to choose one thing isn’t it. This mini is absolutely outstanding imo. So many feminine colors and images to choose from. My absolute favorite thing in the entire mini would be the Springtime Vintage DSP. So stunning yet soft.

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  341. I love the Valentine Defined stamp set as I can see myself using it for so many other occassions and the Pom Pom trim (so cute)!

    I love your blog and your creative ideas!

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  342. OH….this is a hard one! I think I would have to say my favorite is Take a Spin, I can think of so many fun things to do with this stamp set.

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  343. Hi Mary. I just love the build a blossom punch. I really enjoy the new punches with their coordinating stamp sets. Thats a wonderful idea. Hoping that when the new catalog comes out July 1st Stampin Up will have more new and exciting punch sets. Have a great weekend!!!

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  344. i love the bright colors that are showcased in the mini. Punches are my favorites so my top choice for this would have to be the build a blossom.

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  345. Oh my gosh. Do I have to pick just one thing that is my new favorite? I love the trinket keys. They look like a necklace that I have. The new designer fabric is super cute & there are so many things that could be made with it. The binding ribbon is awesome too. I love all of the colors that it comes in! Sorry. I just couldn’t pick one thing. I’m soo excited about the catalog.

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  346. I will be ordering the Nature Walk stamp set. I can see it now, all the light, Spring-like colors to welcome the warmer weather! Thanks for the candy opportunity!

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  347. My favorite has to be the Build a Blossom stamp set and matching punch. I know that’s two items, but it’s like love and marriage – can’t have one without another!

    Pam

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  348. Oh my goodness. Everything is so beautiful. I am already thinking about what type of cards I could make with all of these things.

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  349. I really like the framed tulip embossing folder. I see that it can become a great “go to” folder for lots of different cards.

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  350. OMG Pick just ONE???? 🙂 Ok…I think the Nature Walk paper is my new fav. Love the colors, love the look, love that it has kind of a scientific feel. Thanks Mary!!

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  351. I am fairly new to your blog, and I just love all your fun projects and tips and WOW! tutorials – so much inspiration and creativity! I had a difficult time narrowing down my favorites, as well. But if I had to pick just one, I would say the “Thanks For Caring” stamp set on page 13. I am always looking for beautiful images and sentiments that convey sympathy and concern and caring. Thanks for the chance to win! And thanks for sharing your talent and creativity. 😉

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  352. If I could pick just one item, it would have to be the beveled windowpanes! They are so unique and add a whole new look to projects! I absolutely LOVE them!

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  353. Just one thing???? You’ve got to be kidding! I guess I would pick the cupcake punch! Thank you for all your inspiration!

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  354. ONLY ONE!! OK my must have – order first item was the Cupcake punch. My favorite stamp set is Blessed Mother.

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  355. My favorite is definitley the cupcake punch. However, I love so much from this new mini. Especially, the new springtime vintage paper. Thank you for inspiring us with your beautiful projects on your blog.

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  356. I love your blog!

    There are so many yummies in the mini catalog but I’d have to single out the stamp set Nature Walk. So nice for cards AND scarpbooking!

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  357. we don’t get the same mini catalogues here in the uk, but if i were to select something from your mini cat, i’d go for the “build a blossom” set. Flowers are just a must have for stampers and cardmakers 🙂

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  358. I love the Decorative Label Punch. Punches are so quick and easy. Love your site and look forward to drinking my coffe each morning and seeing what you have to say for the day.

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  359. Mary – you are like the Pied Piper. We will follow you anywhere. I love the paper and colors in the new mini. Thanks for all you share!

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  360. I love punches and was ecstatic when SU debuted the cupcake punch. Thanks for the candy opportunity, Mary!

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  361. Hard to choose just one but I think its the new build a blossom set and matching blossom petals punch. Just love stamp sets with matching punches. Thanks for all the inspiration.

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  362. My fav is the stamp set Nature Walk. I am waiting to SAB to order it and can’t wait to get it into my hands. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  363. i like the sweet buttons b/c you can always use them in a pinch. It like having an never ending supply of buttons for card making and scrapping!

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  364. If I pick one I guess its Bring on the cake. I needed to revamp my birthday sayings. Your blog is so wonderful, I enjoy it everyday!

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  365. It is hard to pick just ONE favorite from this mini catalog. But if I must it would be the new stamp set Nature Walk. It is so versatile and has such lovely artwork. Thanks for sharing all your beautiful creations.

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