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Friday, January 24, 2014

Grow Your Blog & Giveaway

 
Hi blogging friends, 

Today I am joining the Grow Your Blog party at Vicki's place.  If you are new to Donna's Designs I hope you will take a few minutes to look around.  This is a great time for us to get to know each other.  I have been married for over 20 years.  My darling husband and I have a love for Ocicats.  We currently have a chocolate-silver named Cheops.


I started stamping in 2008.  For me creating cards is about more than just rubber stamps and ink - it's about sharing a part of yourself and your creativity with others.


Donna's Designs has been featured in Artful Blogging, Creating Vintage Charm, Romantic Homes, Gatherings, Rubber Stamp Madness and Old Fashioned Living.  

On my blog I share with you my passion for gardening.  As you stroll through my gardens you will see native plants which attract butterflies and hummingbirds.  As you tour and take in all the architectural elements I have incorporated into my gardens; whether it is the gazebo, arbor, trellises or the pond, I'm sure you will find something you like.



I also enjoy sharing my vintage teacups and china.  I have been collecting these pieces for many years.  I do hope you will consider becoming a follower of Donna's Designs so you don't miss a thing  :-)

For this special party I am giving away a pair of vintage style rose earrings in blush pink.  Aren't these just romantic?  


All you need to do to enter the drawing is leave a comment on this post by midnight on Friday, February 14, 2014.

I will pick the lucky winner on Saturday, February 15th using random.org.  International bloggers are welcome to enter.

Thank you Vicki for hosting this lovely party.  Please stop over to 2 Bags Full to visit the other participants.

My door is always open so please do come back to visit!  I would love for you to "like" and follow Donna's Designs on Facebook.   

165 comments:

  1. KarinsArtScrapJanuary 24, 2014 at 3:33 AM

    what gorgeous Rose earrings Donna.

    gr karin

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  2. Heirloom treasuresJanuary 24, 2014 at 5:55 AM

    Donna, what a generous gift,they are lovely

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  3. UnknownJanuary 24, 2014 at 8:42 AM

    Beautiful work Donna, thank you sharing and letting me know about your blog. Love it

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  4. AriadneJanuary 24, 2014 at 9:16 AM

    Lovely earrings!Modern and classic at the same time. I have been a follower so I am not knew to what you do. Love your cards. ariadnesky(at)hotmail(dot)com
    AriadnefromGreece!

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  5. BeckyJanuary 24, 2014 at 10:29 AM

    Those are gorgeous ear rings Donna.

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  6. Betty January 24, 2014 at 10:34 AM

    Love the giveaway earrings. I am joining Vickis party too and enjoy visiting everyone. Have a great day.

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  7. BethJanuary 24, 2014 at 11:33 AM

    The earrings are lovely...as are all of your cards. You seem to just bubble over with creativity, Donna!
    Hugs, Beth

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  8. TrishaJanuary 24, 2014 at 11:55 AM

    Such pretty earrings for a wonderful giveaway!

    ~Trisha

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  9. UnknownJanuary 24, 2014 at 12:12 PM

    Hi Donna,
    Your personality shines through all of your work! The earrings remind me of Gammie. Thank you for sharing your creative gift with others.
    Love you,
    Lois

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  10. Tanya RachelleJanuary 24, 2014 at 5:08 PM

    Oh my!!! These earrings are just beautiful! What a fun giveaway. I have followed you from last years GYB party and look forward to this years!
    ~Tanya

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  11. karinJanuary 24, 2014 at 7:30 PM

    they are gorgeous,I really love their color!!
    cookiesmasher5@yahoo.com

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  12. Poppy @ With a Dash of ColorJanuary 24, 2014 at 10:41 PM

    Oh my goodnes, your garden is absolutely beautiful! Stunning blooms! Your handmade cards are so charming and I admire your creativity! Loving the pretty earrings... lovely color and looks so romantic! Thanks for the generous giveaway :) Have a wonderful weekend! Hugs, Poppy

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  13. JenniferJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:12 AM

    What sweet earrings. This is my first time joining "grow your blog."

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  14. DiJanuary 25, 2014 at 6:52 AM

    Your cards are so beautiful and the gardening pictures are lovely. It is so cold here can't wait for Spring. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  15. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 7:37 AM

    I enjoyed scrolling through your posts.I was captivated by your photographs, how you edit them to look so romantic. The earring are beautiful.

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  16. SusanneJanuary 25, 2014 at 7:48 AM

    Hello Donna. Your blog is just beautiful - I especially enjoy the gorgeous cards - and all the pink is a bit hit as well.

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  17. CYNTHIA CRANEJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:11 AM

    Your blog is absolutely gorgeous Donna and I can already see I'm going to be spending a good bit of time here now and in the future! Thank you for commenting on my blog www.TheCranesNest.com so I could follow you here!

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  18. ARTY TEA PARTYJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:16 AM

    You have a beautiful blog, and your gardens are stunning! I believe we must be neighbors...what fun! One of our Arty Tea Parties was a day trip to Olana. Enjoy the blog party, and thanks for popping in for a visit.

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  19. Hettienne GroblerJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:26 AM

    Hi Donna thanks for visiting - I love the feel of your blog and the give-away is gorgeous!!!

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  20. ClaireJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:30 AM

    Your blog is lovely - I will certainly visit again when I have more time to look around...
    I won't be able to wear the earrings, so you don't need to put my name in the hat, but I wanted to leave a comment :)

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  21. Darlene January 25, 2014 at 9:00 AM

    WOW! What a wonderful trip I just had down through your blog! Such wonderful posts ... I am your newest follower and look forward to seeing more of your sweet vintage style, pretty flowers and beautiful home! Thanks for the opportunity to win those beautiful vintage earrings also.
    So nice to meet you Donna and I hope you'll come visit my blog also.
    Hugs from Ohio!
    Darlene
    DAR'S CRAFTY CREATIONS

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  22. Di@Cottage-WishesJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:20 AM

    Beautiful pictures of the garden and just love that angel!! Meeting you thru Grow Your Blog. Di@Cottage-Wishes and yes I would love to enter your giveaway.

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  23. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    Beautiful flower you have me and my husband dreaming to have a beautiful garden like that. And I would love to enter your give away Donna.

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  24. Elita@Busy Needle QuiltingJanuary 25, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    What a beautiful site you have Donna! I must admit that I'm completely "null" at gardening and so admire those with a "green thumb"! Plants have to survive in spite of me. lol Very happy to discover more about you thanks to the Grow Your Blog party!

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  25. Foxhollow StudioJanuary 25, 2014 at 10:22 AM

    Donna, thank you for stopping by my blog. This is so fun..I would have never found your blog if I had taken part in this party & it is so nice to read your blog. We have a lot in common. I love love Ocicats, I have two Burmese kitties of my own, love vintage items, especially glassware and tea cups, we have the same window pane mirror, I must post my soon! Love Annie Sloan paint, ect. I will be back! You have a delightful blog and I love the beautiful errings you are giving away! Teresa
    www.foxhollowtales.com

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  26. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    Hi Donna what a beautiful site, your photo's are stunning I will add your blog to my list..beary hugs Amanda x

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  27. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 10:58 AM

    Those earrings are darling!

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  28. Karen HJanuary 25, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    What a handsome fellow Cheops is! And your garden is glorious. It reminds me of ours although ours is quite wild which is perfect for the birds and insects. I see you have water plants so I am assuming you also have a pond as do we. It appears that you are quite an accomplished stamper and your cards are so lovely!

    Thanks for the chance to participate in the give-away!

    Karen H
    http://faeriesandfibres.blogspot.ca/

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  29. Beth in NEPAJanuary 25, 2014 at 11:09 AM

    What a joy to visit your blog. The garden pictures are lovely. Looking out at our white and brown winter scene makes me enjoy them even more.
    Thanks for visiting my blog today. See you again soon I am sure.

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  30. BluMoonJanuary 25, 2014 at 11:19 AM

    Thank you for visiting me Donna, I see you enjoy gardening like me what beautiful pictures, how I wish we had hummingbirds over here I feed our birds and would love to be able to fed hummers too!
    I love the rose earrings so please add me to your list.
    Jackie

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  31. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 11:21 AM

    Hi Donna- so glad i found you in the bloggasphere. I love to garden although im not really that good but I do try. I think i'll enjoy seeing your garden pics so I want to become a follower.

    Flowers symbolize all the beauty God created here on earth. Would also love to own those beautiful rose earrings--stunning.
    Also, thanks for visiting my blog and commenting!

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  32. HollyJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:01 PM

    Your blog has such an elegant beauty about it.What mystical gardens. I look forward to following your blog. P.s. The rose earrings would look beautifully adorned on Mexitali Rose's ears. Thanks for stopping by my blog.

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  33. LorraineJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:06 PM

    Hi Donna. Thanks by stopping by and visiting my blog. I can see you have many talents also. Love your garden photos. Especially love the photo of your gardening helper Cheops!

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  34. Inspired By JuneJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    Sounds like we enjoy a lot of the same things, Donna! Your cards are simply beautiful!

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  35. CJ STITCHING AND BLOOMSJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:11 PM

    Hello Donna, Your garden photos are very lovely. You have a lovely blog. Your vintage style rose ear rings are most lovely. Hugs Judy

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  36. ReneeJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:13 PM

    Congratulations on your 20th anniversary! My husband and I reached that milestone a few months back. :) Your photos and your cards are lovely! (The earrings are lovely, too; but, if I win them, feel free to select another name. I just wanted to say I enjoyed my visit to your blog!)

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  37. Deborah WeberJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:20 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and sharing the GYB party love. What a lovely blog you have - so beautiful and serene. Your garden photos are so inviting, and what a lovely giveaway. The world can never have too many flowers. ;-)

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  38. Karens Quilts, Crows and CardinalsJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    Oh Donna I just love your blog - your cards are so very pretty. I have a friend who stamps and each time I receive one from her I am in awe at the amount of LOVE that is included. Those vintage earrings are darling! What's not to love about stamping, flowers and blogging ? Thanks for stopping by my blog today and for your nice comments on the Redbird and Berries. Take care now, Karen

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  39. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:37 PM

    Hi Donna, thanks for stopping by my Blog, I hope you enjoy the party and have a great time.
    Have a fun weekend!
    Hugs Marilou

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  40. Silke PowersJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:40 PM

    Dear Donna,

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such a lovely comment! Your blog is gorgeous and your cards are wonderful!! I admire people who do such beautiful stamping - I have a few stamps but that's where it stayed for me... I got into painting instead. :)

    Very nice to meet you!! xoxo Silke

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  41. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:45 PM

    Donna, I can't wait to follow your adventures and creations! I'm already a huge fan! xoxo Jen

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  42. Joyce Clark FrankJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:56 PM

    Really enjoyed your blog. I love your cards. I also make card as well as stitch. Thanks for stopping by my blog.
    would love to win the pink earrings.
    I have also become a follower of your blog.
    http://joycesloveoflife.blogspot.com

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  43. DeniseJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:01 PM

    Donna :) Thank You for stopping by My blog and Your kind words.We seem to have a lot in common so I'm now Your new follower.I would love for You to drop back by and follow Me so we can enjoy eachothers friendship and paper crafts.I would love also to hear more about Your special cats. Blessings Your way-Denise

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  44. DeniseJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:04 PM

    Well what do You know ! I've already been following You for some time.Hope now You'll show up on My blog roll more often.Denise

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  45. Ashley crampJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:07 PM

    hello and thanks for visiting me I am returning the visit and I have to say I adore cheops he is so so handsome a gorgeous cat and what a very pretty blog you have too.... popping by as part of the 'grow your blog day' Its such a lovely way to find super new blogs to read...I am joining along with you too
    bestest weekend wishes
    Daisy j

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  46. Dogwood Lane RamblesJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:13 PM

    Your gardens are amazing so glad I returned your visit. Looking forward to getting to know each other better through our blogs. Patrica from Dogwood Lane Rambles

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  47. Marjorie's Busy CornerJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:19 PM

    Hi Donna...very nice to meet you!!
    I love your post and all of your beautiful garden pics. I do a lot of gardening too...should have added it to my post, but quilting is what my blogging is mainly about. I hope you will come back.

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  48. Marjorie's Busy CornerJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:19 PM

    Hi Donna...very nice to meet you!!
    I love your post and all of your beautiful garden pics. I do a lot of gardening too...should have added it to my post, but quilting is what my blogging is mainly about. I hope you will come back.

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  49. Elizabeth BraunJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:21 PM

    Thanks very much for your visits and comment on my blog.

    The earrings are lovely, the other bloggers were right. Guess what though? I don't wear earrings at all, but I'm sure whoever wins them will love them.

    All the best with the party!=)

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  50. Kim StevensJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:24 PM

    Hi Donna, nice to meet you too. I think we have a love of gardening in common....and yes those earrings are vintage romance. Thanks for stopping by, I look forward to seeing you again.

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  51. Cindy GayJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:32 PM

    Donna-your card and gardens (& cat) are lovely. Thanks for visiting my blogs.

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  52. DianeJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:38 PM

    Gorgeous, Gorgeous blog Donna!!! What an unusual, but beautiful cat, I don't believe I have ever heard of one. I love your gardens as well, very much remind me of mine, and I was thrilled to see all the beauty there! I have become a follower and looking forward to more of the lovely posts! Have a wonderful weekend!!

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  53. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:43 PM

    Such a pretty blog! Your garden photos are so pretty, just what I need on this stormy, grey day in the UK! And the earrings...oh, just so pretty! Chrissie x

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  54. gracieJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:49 PM

    So very glad you stopped by to visit my blog. I have now join your followers list so I won't miss a thing!

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  55. LaneyJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    Beautiful garden and just gorgeous cat! Popping over via GYB event...really love the cat! Laney x

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  56. Purple CobwebsJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    Hi Donna, lovely to see your blog. I can see you are also a fan of the spellbinders nestability dies! I love them in my cardmaking!

    Gaynor x

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  57. OmaLindasOldeBaggsandStuftShirtsJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:28 PM

    Thanks so very much for stopping by Olde Baggs n Stuft Shirts. I appreciate your visit.
    Love your darling cat and the super paper work that you do.
    Have super weekend, Oma Linda

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  58. quilty stitchesJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:31 PM

    Everything is just beautiful!! I could loose myself here with all your loveliness. Thank you for stopping by my blog, will be following you via G+. Those earrings are such a beautiful give away!! xx's Kim

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  59. Elizabeth EdwardsJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:31 PM

    thank you for visiting my blog - i love that saying "believe that something wonderful is going to happen" ... what a perfect saying. so true. thanks, for stopping by my blog. hope you are well & staying warm. ( :

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  60. DianaJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:32 PM

    Hi Donna! Thanks for visiting me at Adirondack Girl @ Heart. You're are a talented crafter--love your card. I'm also drawn to tea cups :) I'd love to be entered into your contest, I think the earrings are so lovely. Enjoy the party!

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  61. CJ STITCHING AND BLOOMSJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:41 PM

    Hello Donna. Nice to meet you through the GYBP.. You have the most lovely blog and your art is most wonderful and beautiful.. I am a new follower.. Have a lovely weekend at the party. Hugs Judy

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  62. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:42 PM

    Donna, Oh my goodness your blog is just beautiful. I love how feminine it feels! Thank you for your lovely comment you left for me on my blog, warms my heart! Hope you are having a great day hopping!!!

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  63. sophieJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:54 PM

    The rose earrings are perfect for a Valentines giveaway. I am happy to have discovered your blog.

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  64. Angie in SoCalJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:58 PM

    What a lovely garden you have! Do visit Tootsie Time - she too is a genius with flowers. Your cards are lovely and so ar the earrings. It was great finding you through GYB.

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  65. Dreaming of VintageJanuary 25, 2014 at 3:07 PM

    Hi Donna! It's nice to meet you and explore your lovely blog! Gorgeous garden! Makes me think spring!

    Kelly

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  66. DashaJanuary 25, 2014 at 3:24 PM

    Beautiful card, beautiful garden! Thanks for sharing.

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  67. SanderellaJanuary 25, 2014 at 4:05 PM

    OH Donna!! Sandy from Sanderellascrochet on wordpress!! I love your blog!! When I can afford it, one day I am going to have Karen do my blog for me, she is the very best.

    I love, love love....the little card with the bird and berries! Precious! You do fabulous work!! I joined your blog, following on Bloglovin' and will visit with you again.

    Thank you for stopping by to visit me today.
    Hugs,
    Sandy

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  68. SaraJanuary 25, 2014 at 4:19 PM

    Hi Donna,

    Thanks for your comment on my blog!
    This Grow Your Blog party rocks!
    You are quite an artist and your flowers look amazing. The giveaway earrings are also gorgeous.

    I hope you had fun today,
    Sara

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  69. SandiJanuary 25, 2014 at 4:34 PM

    Hi Donna,

    Thanks for stopping and say hi during your visit to my blog.

    I see we both share a passion for photography, especially ones of flowers.

    Your cards are lovely, for a short while I did some stamping but not to the degree of your expertise.

    I'm sure to come to visit again. From the coast on the other side and a bit more north.

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  70. Dolores QuiltsJanuary 25, 2014 at 4:44 PM

    Thanks for your comments on my blog! Your site is very sweet! Love the design work. Your garden pictures really make me want to get out and work in my garden. Maybe I should just collect some snow and dye fabric bright colors. Now following your blog! Donna , I hope you have a a wonderful day.
    Dolores

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  71. Rambling ProseJanuary 25, 2014 at 4:49 PM

    Hi Donna, Thanks for paying my blog a visit. I have been looking through your blog, and I love it. Your cards are beautiful, a work of art.....and love. I know how much work it takes to make cards as I have made them myself, but a hand made card is just so worth it.
    I've clicked the link to follow you. I am sure I will be a regular visitor.
    Liz

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  72. Lessons on LinenJanuary 25, 2014 at 4:53 PM

    Your flower photographs are just lovely!
    ~Jaime at www.lessonsonlinen.com

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  73. A little bit countryJanuary 25, 2014 at 5:10 PM

    I'm loving this GYBP, so many Beautiful blogs to discover, and the earrings are just so pretty. Have a wonderful weekend. Elaina xo

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  74. steffiJanuary 25, 2014 at 5:17 PM

    Hi Donna - thanks for visiting my blog :)
    Yours is stunning! And those earrings are just lovely

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  75. moleymakesJanuary 25, 2014 at 6:53 PM

    These earrings are just so pretty.

    You also have a very lovely garden. Thank you for sharing with us.

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  76. RedSetterJanuary 25, 2014 at 7:04 PM

    Hi Donna, thank you so much for stopping by my blog and leaving your lovely comment. Cheops is a stunner and I look forward to finding our more.

    I am most honoured to have you follow me as your blog is gorgeous and your artwork stunning. I have only read through a few and have already seen so much that inspires me. I'm following you and will definitely be back and be looking through your back catalogue of posts. I'm also hoping you help inspire me to find the love for my sorry looking garden!

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  77. Spice up your LifeJanuary 25, 2014 at 7:04 PM

    Hi Donna, thank you very much for leaving comment on my blogs. I's love to join this giveaway. And OMG your crafts are incredible!

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  78. UnknownJanuary 25, 2014 at 7:25 PM

    Hi Donna, truly inspiring and I LOVE your pretty blog. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and for your encouraging comments. Rae

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  79. DeannaJanuary 25, 2014 at 7:55 PM

    A beautiful blog, I think we share a love of gardening and I used to be an avid rubber stamper. Worked and taught at a stamp-store until they closed. Thanks for visiting and being a part of the "party"

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  80. June DJanuary 25, 2014 at 7:57 PM

    Beautiful! Thanks

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  81. Aunt MartiJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:12 PM

    Donna, welcome to the Grow Your Blog Hop! I volunteered to help Vicki as a party volunteer. Vicki will stop by sometime I am sure, but with more than 600 blogs participating it will take her time to visit everyone so she asked for volunteers to help today. I offered to help. I am so happy I did because I have found your blog. Your cards are stunning, as is your garden!

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  82. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:43 PM

    What beautiful cards! Your combination of color and texture make me want to savor them slowly, like a good chocolate.

    Hmm, now that I think about, it may be time for a leisurely cup of tea and closer look at those cards. I'm going to put the kettle on and I'll be back. Thanks so much for sharing :)

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  83. The Country WitchJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:53 PM

    Oooohhh I love your gardens! I wish mine could get like that (we have little rainfall in my area of the world). So much colour! I think I am going to like looking through your garden.

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  84. Patty SumnerJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:02 PM

    Oh My Donna, those garden pics are just gorgeous... I love gardening too.. The earrings are just lovely.. So excited to follow you and looking forward to many great visits... Have a great weekend. Blessings!

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  85. Tisha DoltonJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:02 PM

    Thanks for visiting my blog Donna. Yours is lovely. My mother loves gardening & we have over 30 peony plants on out nearly 4 acres.

    Three of m closest friends get together every month & have a tea party & discuss a book. We love tea & tea cups.

    Funny that we live so close. I have some of my embroidery at a shop here in Greenwich.

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  86. Shirlee FassellJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:19 PM

    Love your blog!

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  87. BethJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:45 PM

    So nice to meet you. Your work is lovely. Thank you for visiting my blog. I was happy to find your blog.

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  88. Amira@littlemushroomcapJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:46 PM

    Such beautiful garden you have Donna! It must be like a fairytale spending sometimes there! Lovely stamping work too!

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  89. Sarah CraigJanuary 25, 2014 at 10:18 PM

    Such a pretty blog, Donna! I admire those who make cards - one of our quilt recipients makes the cards that our quilt ministry gives out with each quilt we give away. Visiting you as part of the GYB hop!

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  90. KmcblackburnJanuary 25, 2014 at 10:19 PM

    Hello! Visiting from GYB party :). What a lovely blog you haver here. And what a generous gift you are giving away. I don't wear earrings, so please do not enter me in your drawing. I'd rather they go to someone who would put them to good use! But I wanted to say hi and good luck in the GYB party experience!

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  92. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2014 at 12:59 AM

    Hi Donna...thank you so much for visiting my blog today! I really appreciate it. :) You have such a beautiful blog! I look forward to following you. Have a great weekend!

    Jennifer www.karmas-journey.blogspot.com

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  93. SharmJanuary 26, 2014 at 2:02 AM

    Thanks Donna for stopping by my blog, and I'm so happy to be dropping in on you.....such wonderful cards and beautiful garden pics! I'm in love with the little earrings ....totally, they are just Devine!
    Hugs sharm

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  94. Shane PollardJanuary 26, 2014 at 2:13 AM

    Love your garden photos Donna!
    So glad to see you joining in the party too!
    Beautiful earrings!
    Hugs
    Shane

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  95. MaggieJanuary 26, 2014 at 3:03 AM

    Beautiful garden pics and lovely card making! And ooh, LOVE the vintage-y giveaway earrings!

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  96. InkypinkydelightsJanuary 26, 2014 at 4:21 AM

    Hi, it is a pleasure to meet you. Your work is lovely, thank you too for stopping by my Blog with such kind words. Judy x

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  97. Miss LillyJanuary 26, 2014 at 6:09 AM

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  98. Miss LillyJanuary 26, 2014 at 6:09 AM

    Hi Donna :) Your designs are so pretty! I love the romantic vintage look.
    Cheops is beautiful =^.^=

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  99. aspiritofsimplicityJanuary 26, 2014 at 6:43 AM

    oh my goodness those earrings are just beautiful. I love gardening also and hope to start one in the back yard this spring. Our landlord tore down an old ugly garage and there is a lot more space now! I am visiting through gyb and following you now.

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  100. LyndseyJanuary 26, 2014 at 7:38 AM

    Hi Donna great post and I love your give away.

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  101. WilmaJanuary 26, 2014 at 7:53 AM

    Hello Donna,

    Thank you so much for signing in on my blog and your kind comment.
    Happy to follow you !
    I love your blog.

    Blessings,
    Wilma, Shabby Royale.

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  102. LaurieJanuary 26, 2014 at 8:00 AM

    Hi Donna, thanks for visiting my blog. Yours is quite lovely. I looked around a little because I wanted to see your stamping work and wow, your cards are awesome. Off to visit a few more from the blog party. Have a great weekend!

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  103. UnknownJanuary 26, 2014 at 8:18 AM

    I've been looking round your blog and I love your work! It is absolutely beautiful! Thank you for the giveaway. I love vintage things! I'm a new follower.
    Naomi
    http://sewknitcreate.com

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  104. CatieAnJanuary 26, 2014 at 8:18 AM

    oh what a regal cat---he's beautiful. I am so happy to find you and your blog. I expecially love your gardens and pond and the pics you share. Count me in as a new follower. The earrings are so pretty.

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  105. kathyinozarksJanuary 26, 2014 at 8:40 AM

    Hi Donna, so glad you stopped by, and I remember your gorgeous cards-I need to stay in touch better. those ear rings are so lovely.
    Enjoy the party Kathy

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  106. SparklyjoolsJanuary 26, 2014 at 8:58 AM

    Hi Donna, Thanks for stopping by. I love your nature quote!

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  107. PeggyJanuary 26, 2014 at 9:05 AM

    What a perfectly lovely pair of earrings.

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  108. LesleeJanuary 26, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    Hi, Donna
    Visiting your blog from Suzanne's -Snaps and Snippets. Love your garden photos. I sure could use some help in that area. Hope you would stop by and visit my blog. I'll be back to see what you are creating!

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  109. JoannJanuary 26, 2014 at 9:25 AM

    Hi Donna,

    I wanted to visit you after reading the comment that you left for me on my blog. I must say that your work is amazing and I am now following you via bloglovin. Can't wait to see what you do next!

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  110. Fuzzy SlippersJanuary 26, 2014 at 10:54 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! Those earring are VERY romantic and your card is gorgeous!

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  111. fairyrocksJanuary 26, 2014 at 11:01 AM

    Hello Donna, so nice to meet you. Your experience with the card work shows in your careful details. I can see we would have much in common in real time. Love your garden photo collage. Keep smiling and creating. Thanks for popping by.

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  112. KathyJanuary 26, 2014 at 11:10 AM

    Hello and it is nice to meet you. It sounds like we have a lot in common and I am looking forward to following and learning more. Thank you for sharing!

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  113. diane January 26, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    Hi Donna ... so happy to have found you at the GYB party!
    Love your blog and your cards!
    I have always wanted to get into stamping ... in fact, a have a huge stash of stamps and ink just waiting to be used!!!
    I am now a follower!
    diane @ thoughts and shots

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  114. Hooked on QuiltingJanuary 26, 2014 at 11:17 AM

    Thank you for stopping by my blog during the party! I love your blog design, very nicely done. Again, thanks for stopping by.

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  115. AutumnWindJanuary 26, 2014 at 12:39 PM

    What a beautiful blog!! I am so glad I got to visit. Thanks for stopping by mine as well. I look forward to reading more from you in the future. Now I have to go look at more of your gorgeous pictures :0)

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  116. jinxxxygirlJanuary 26, 2014 at 12:48 PM

    Thanks so much for stopping by Donna! I love how you only see the positive! I did put all those 80 pounds back on. LOL! Seems like all the blogs i'm joining have cats like me and its totally unintended. :) Hugs! deb

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  117. KatieQJanuary 26, 2014 at 12:51 PM

    Visiting your blog is a wonderful way to spend a frosty Sunday afternoon. I really enjoyed seeing the photos of your beautiful garden and your cards. I will definitely visit again.

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  118. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2014 at 12:54 PM

    Hi Donna,

    Thanks for visiting our blog and may we say how lovely your blog is? It seems we have a lot of common interests (although we don't blog about them) so your page is bookmarked and we'll be checking in frequently.

    Cheers,

    Deb and Kathy

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  119. NancyJanuary 26, 2014 at 1:42 PM

    Hi Donna! Thanks so much for stopping by today -- I love those earrings -- so delicate. I already follow you, but would do so again if I could! You have a lovely blog.

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  120. Martha's FavoritesJanuary 26, 2014 at 2:51 PM

    Hi Donna: Would love the have my name in the hat for the giveaway. Have a great weekend. Blessings, Martha

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  121. SusanJanuary 26, 2014 at 3:20 PM

    I love your blog and those earrings, oh my! so beautiful. I look forward to what you will be sharing on your blog.

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  122. M.K.January 26, 2014 at 3:38 PM

    What a beautiful blog, Donna! Thanks for the giveaway -- those are very elegant. I also collect china teacups -- I had to limit myself to only a few b/c I don't have space for them. I'll enjoy seeing yours!

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  123. carol funJanuary 26, 2014 at 3:47 PM

    Oh Donna -- your blog is just lovely! Such pretty gardens and those earrings beautiful. So glad to have found you - I'm following you now so I won't miss a post.

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  124. UnknownJanuary 26, 2014 at 3:51 PM

    Thank you for visiting my blog, Donna, Your blog is so pretty! I used to make cards, and have fallen out of the habbit a bit recently, maybe I'll have to start again!
    X

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  125. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2014 at 4:37 PM

    You make the most beautiful cards! I'm going to check out your FB page!

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  126. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2014 at 4:38 PM

    It is such a pleasure to meet you. I love your precious kitty and garden pictures. What a beautiful card! Mina

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  127. ginJanuary 26, 2014 at 5:14 PM

    Hi. Your garden is lovely. And I love your cat.

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  128. Finding JoyJanuary 26, 2014 at 6:29 PM

    Thankyou so much for dropping by my blog:))) Yours is lovely and your giveaways are so pretty.

    And as you own a cat, thats even better!!!

    Joluise

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  129. Finding JoyJanuary 26, 2014 at 6:29 PM

    Thankyou so much for dropping by my blog:))) Yours is lovely and your giveaways are so pretty.

    And as you own a cat, thats even better!!!

    Joluise

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  130. Bluefinch January 26, 2014 at 7:03 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! It is so good to meet you! Love the gardens and the earrings and especially your cat!
    XO
    Rachel

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  131. DebraKay NeimanJanuary 26, 2014 at 8:05 PM

    New Follower. I am having fun finding new bloggers to follow...love sewing and quilting. Greetings from Oklahoma, USA. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com

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  132. ChrisJanuary 26, 2014 at 8:19 PM

    Wow! The earring are fabulous! You always have beautiful things on your blog!

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  133. creations.1January 26, 2014 at 8:34 PM

    Hi Donna - thank you for visiting my blog. I have enjoyed looking around your blog and am now a follower so I can keep coming back!!

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  134. sandyJanuary 26, 2014 at 9:31 PM

    Your garden mosaics are gorgeous! And the earrings are sweet! I'm visiting from the GROW YOUR Party. So nice to meet you here.

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  135. HeatherJanuary 26, 2014 at 11:15 PM

    Hi Donna! I love your blog! I love gardening as well and just LOVE the outdoor spaces you have created! I am certainly going to follow your blog so I dont miss a single gorgeous post. (from thecrafthopper.com)

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  136. WendyJanuary 27, 2014 at 1:04 AM

    your blog is so pretty, with lots of inspiration...I will be back to explore more later on...those earrings are so petty, please include me in your drawing...thank you.

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  137. lynetJanuary 27, 2014 at 8:05 AM

    Hello Donna your blog is beautiful, I love your flower!!I following now, Happy grow your blog.

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  138. Crafty KathyJanuary 27, 2014 at 11:53 AM

    Hi Donna! I too am a participant in the GYB party, and you responded to my blog very kindly and I wanted you to know that I checked out your blog and am excited to get to know you better. Hope we'll become blogging buddies! I'm Crafty Kathy and I can be found at DKLuckyM13.blogspot.com. Happy crafting!

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  139. Art and SandJanuary 27, 2014 at 4:24 PM

    Wow!

    Your garden photos are amazing. You put me to shame. I was just in our garden taking flower photos for a new post, but they are nowhere as lovely as yours.

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  140. Ellen WhyteJanuary 27, 2014 at 6:56 PM

    Goodness, what a load of people today! Love the earrings; they remind me of the ones my grandmother used to wear (my Scots one not the Dutch one). Very pretty!

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  141. RitaRJanuary 29, 2014 at 7:13 AM

    Donna ...What beautiful earrings! I always feel as though I've had a delightful retreat when I visit your lovely blog. Please give Cheops a hug for me!

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  142. Winter_PixieJanuary 30, 2014 at 5:38 AM

    You're blog is so charming and elegant! It's amazing! And you're cards are just as charming. :D

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  143. rachel0January 30, 2014 at 12:37 PM

    What a gorgeous garden! and I love the teacups. I have a small collection that I'd like to grow!

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  144. Sarah and DanJanuary 31, 2014 at 1:54 AM

    Cute cards, and sweet little earrings too. Can we get Spring to come a little early? Your flower photos will have to do for now...

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  145. RowynJanuary 31, 2014 at 3:30 AM

    Hi Donna, thanks for leaving a comment on my blog for the GYB event. Wow, what a beautiful blog you have. Your garden is gorgeous and so full of colour. I can't wait to look around further.

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  146. RowynJanuary 31, 2014 at 3:30 AM

    Hi Donna, thanks for leaving a comment on my blog for the GYB event. Wow, what a beautiful blog you have. Your garden is gorgeous and so full of colour. I can't wait to look around further.

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  147. vicky myersFebruary 1, 2014 at 4:07 PM

    Visiting via GYB, your cards are beautiful with a great attention to detail:) Vicky

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  148. Karen B.February 2, 2014 at 9:16 AM

    Donna,

    I just stopped by to take a look at your lovely blog.
    Many hugs,
    Karen B. ~ Todolwen

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  149. Nelly MayFebruary 2, 2014 at 6:36 PM

    Well I am completely in love with your cat! And I've been looking at the amazing cards you make. Gorgeous! Been an absolute pleasure visiting you as part of the GYB hop.

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  150. Nelly MayFebruary 2, 2014 at 6:36 PM

    Well I am completely in love with your cat! And I've been looking at the amazing cards you make. Gorgeous! Been an absolute pleasure visiting you as part of the GYB hop.

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  151. Thistle Cove FarmFebruary 2, 2014 at 7:38 PM

    Cheops is a beauty; give him a snuggle for me. Visiting via Vicki's GYB party and enjoying your blog post.

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  152. Rai Rai's StitchesFebruary 3, 2014 at 5:51 PM

    Your cards are beautiful, Donna! Really, really stunning!!!!

    I sometimes go to card making classes, as i have a friend who holds them, and she is devilishly clever in her ideas!

    I will have to forward your blog to her. I don't think she does a blog herself, but she certainly reads them.

    It was nice meeting you! Thanks for your lovely comment on my blog.

    Rai Rai

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  153. EvalinaMariaFebruary 4, 2014 at 11:39 PM

    Hello from the Yukon! I hope you're enjoining this party as much as I do.
    Evalina, This and that...

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  154. overboardcreationsFebruary 6, 2014 at 7:13 PM

    Thanks for coming over to visit my site and following me from the GYB party i have already thrilled at the out come of my group of new cyber friends. Thanks for your beautiful contribution of giveaways. Count me in. Good luck everyone. Everything Victorian and tea parties are good to me.

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  155. Patty AntleFebruary 8, 2014 at 12:44 AM

    Hi Donna, It's nice to get to know you better. Your cat is beautiful and I always enjoy seeing your cards.

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  156. Jennifer's Vintage PaperieFebruary 8, 2014 at 9:43 AM

    Your photograhy is beautiful and I LOVE your cards. Thanks for visiting my blog. It was nice to meet you via the GYB hop.

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  157. Mara PazFebruary 8, 2014 at 11:24 AM

    Thank you for visiting my blog. It was lovely to meet you through the Grow Your Blog party. I love your designs and those earrings are superb. Unfortunately I'm allergic to anything but gold now, so I hope they go to someone who can enjoy them.

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  158. macmillanmarieFebruary 8, 2014 at 3:55 PM

    What a lovely blog. I have enjoyed my time here. I am especially fond of your gardening posts and I look forward to more. Thanks for sharing,

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  159. Cache-MireFebruary 8, 2014 at 7:44 PM

    What a lovely blog! So nice to meet you at the party! ~Terri

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  160. MeredithFebruary 9, 2014 at 10:13 AM

    Thanks for the chance to win. Meredith245 at yahoo dot com

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  161. September VioletsFebruary 9, 2014 at 10:54 AM

    Hi Donna, what a very pretty blog you have :) You visited me during the GYB party and I don't think I ever got back to say hello. Your gardens are gorgeous, and I look forward to seeing them in their splendor come springtime. Wendy x

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  162. Denise BryantFebruary 9, 2014 at 5:17 PM

    Cheops is just gorgeous! I have a cat also, Coco who is a sealpoint Siamese. I am a long-time follower here, happy to see you along the GYB hop! Always a treat to see your lovely creations!

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  163. WendyFebruary 14, 2014 at 6:07 AM

    hello, how nice to meet you! Your cards are really lovely

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  164. CYNTHIA CRANEFebruary 14, 2014 at 2:20 PM

    A belated thank you for visiting my blog for Vicki's GYB Party, Donna! Your blog is sooooo pretty and I love the little sentiments sprinkled throughout, not to mention your gorgeous way with paper and print, as well as gardening! Oh, my wouldn't I love to win those lovely earrings! Cindy from TheCranesNest.com

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  165. suziqu's thread worksFebruary 15, 2014 at 5:06 AM

    So lovely to meet you Donna through the GYB party.
    From one gardener to another can I just say your blog is simply stunning and I share much of what you love too.
    Wonderful that you have had such a great response.
    I may not be too late to be included in your lovely giveaway of those pretty pink vintage earings.
    Tomorrow will be my drawing day too!
    Suzy

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Thank you for taking the time to visit me. Your sweet comment just makes my day! ~ Donna ~