Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Wplus9 December 2013 Release Day 3

It's day 3 of Release Wseek and we have our final introductions before the full reveal tomorrow! For those of you that are new to Wplus9, we will spend the next couple of days getting up close and personal with the products that we will be releasing this month. All previewed items will be available for purchase on December 5th at www.wplus9.com as well as at many of your favorite retailers.

If you are just joining us, be sure to start at Day 1 to catch up. We have 1 more stamp set and companion die to introduce. Ready? Let's go!

Coming Up Roses

  • is a 6x8 clear photopolymer stamp set
  • 24 individual image building stamps
  • will be available for purchase December 5th for $21
Coming Up Roses Companion Die

  • contains 7 individual dies
  • coordinates with the Coming Up Roses stamp set
  • will be available for purchase December 5th for $13

I absolutely love this set! It's a gorgeous multi-step stamp set that's super simple to use. Each bloom is similar to the "Fresh Cut Method" - there is a solid base stamp and a detail stamp - so you there really isn't any "lining up" to worry about. Add the companion dies and the filler flowers that come in this set and you've got even more options! For my first card I used just the stamps and a little masking.

I created a little cluster in each corner using the medium and small blooms. I stamped the base layer in Cantaloupe (Memento Dew Drop) and then add the detail layer in Fresh Peach (Hero Arts). I wanted to keep the card vibrant with a strong contrast, so I stamped the sentiment (Valentine Wishes) in Black. I love how bold it is.

Wplus9 Supplies:
Stamps: Coming Up Roses (available 12/5/13), Valentine Wishes (available 12/5/13) // Cardstock: White

Next, I wanted to showcase the large stem of roses included in the set. Measuring at 3 1/2" tall, it's big enough to be used as an all-over background pattern or as a focal point like I've done here.

I've always loved how different colors of roses carry different meanings. I pulled out Defining Words to create some "love" and "friend" cards. For the "Friend" card, I stamped the stem first and then added the three roses (grouped together on one stamp for easy placement) in Cantaloupe, and then stamped the detail layer (also one stamp) in Cantaloupe as well.

For the "Love" card, I used Real Red and Riding Hood Red (Stampin' Up!). I added a little drop shadow to both using a Copic Marker. Super simple.

Wplus9 Supplies:
Stamps: Coming Up Roses (available 12/5/13), Defining Words // Cardstock: Oatmeal, Cupid's Bow // Other: A2 Oatmeal Envelopes

Now, I loved this set before. But, once I started with the faux watercolor technique...I became kind of obsessed! This next card is my favorite of the release!

This was so much fun! And SO EASY! I used the same technique I showed you on Day 1, with one difference. After I stamped the detail layer, I used the Copic Colorless Blender again. Except this time I was more selective and used it to blend the edges of the detail layer after stamping.

I used the large and small roses along with little Baby's Breath-ish flowers to create my floral arrangement. For the leaves, I used the base layer and shadow layer and used the Copic Colorless Blender to add highlights to make the leaves look ribbed. I wanted a subtle background, so I stamped the circle background from Borders & Backgrounds 2 in Versamark. Finally, I added the "congratulations" sentiment from Fresh Cut Wreaths.

Wplus9 Supplies:
Stamps: Coming Up Roses (available 12/5/13), Fresh Cut Wreaths (available 12/05/13), Borders & Backgrounds 2 // Dies: Coming Up Roses Companion Die (available 12/5/13) Cardstock: White

One more "watercolor" card and I swear I'll give it a rest. Maybe. I wanted to show you the large Baby's Breath (which I yet to stamp in white!) and the vase also included in Coming Up Roses.

I created a cheerful little vase of birthday flowers. I stamped the roses in Cherry Red and Orange (Memories) and went to town with the Copic Colorless Blender. I love how even though they are the same exact images, the results are different every time. I couldn't exactly duplicate it if I tried. So every one is an original! To finish off the bouquet, I snuck in a little flower from More Fresh Cuts.

Wplus9 Supplies:
Stamps: Coming Up Roses (available 12/5/13), More Fresh Cuts (available 12/05/13), Basic Banners // Dies: Coming Up Roses Companion Die (available 12/05/13), More Fresh Cuts Companion Die (available 12/05/13), Basic Banners Companion Die // Cardstock: White

Still itching for more? The girls have more inspiration to share! Head over to their blogs to check out what they have for you:

Hannah Craner
Jinny Newlin
Lea Lawson
Sarah Martina Parker
Savitri Wilder

And that completes all of the formal introductions! Are you ready for a chance to win today's featured products: Coming Up Roses and the Coming Up Roses Companion Die? Just leave a comment by 9:00 AM EST December 4th to enter. Is there a particular product your most excited about? I will select one random winner from all comments. Winners will be posted here.

Thanks for stopping by, I'll be back tomorrow with the full reveal and a chance to win the entire release!

128 comments:

  1. wow these are all gorgeous.. love those flowers..

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  2. I love these roses--they look so real with the stems! I love the products you've been releasing that allow me to build shadows and shades onto my flowers. Looking forward to Coming Up Roses!

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  3. Wow, these roses are beautiful! I can't choose a favorite card, they are all so wonderful. :) And I also love the technique you showed with the blender, awesome results! I am not sure which set I am most looking forward to, probably these roses. Thanks for sharing.

    Katie B.

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  4. Oh gosh, I knew you'd be coming out with rose stamps sometime soon! I can't wait to get my hands on some :-) TFS!!!

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  5. I love this stamp set! Roses are my fave and this looks like a must have. I particularly like the detailed, vintage look and who doesn't love buildable stamps?

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  6. Roses are my favorite garden flower! This set is brilliant!!

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  7. Oh what a gorgeous set! I love with your multi-step stamp sets the way so much depth and dimension can be achieved by stamping! Thanks for the chance to win:)

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  8. Another lovely set, and wonderful inspiration ... the vase of blooms is simply delightful! Anita (in France) :)

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  9. lovely set and you're right this faux watercolor is fantastic for flowers!

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  10. HUMMM-One Product we're mosT EXCITED for!!?? ALL OF THEM!! I'm LOVING them ALL and beings I have LOVED my other building stamp sets so much I'm pretty sure that these will be coming to live with me!! ;) THANKS SO MUCH for sharing and for the chance to win!! Have a Fabulous Week!! ;)

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  11. oh wow, super realistic and gorgeous! It's so hard to pick a fave, but having additions to my beloved Fresh Cut Florals sounds awesome!

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  12. What a great release you are going to have this month! I can't wait to play with these flowers.

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  13. So in awe right now ... you have totally knocked it out of the park xx I for one have every one of your new sets on my 'need' list xx

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  14. Sorry meant to to also say I couldn't pick just one ........ but more fresh cuts has to be the first one im buying xc

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  15. Dawn these sets are amazing but also your new technique and the vision you bring to the gorgeous cards you create! We are so blessed that you started WPlus9! :)

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  16. Ahhh... this set is so lovely! Will work so well with the other floral cuts!!!
    Robin

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  17. Another beautiful set - too hard to choose a favourite, they're all on the wish list!

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  18. Wow I need this set.... It's so gorgeous

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  19. Breathtakingly gorgeous, love it all!!!

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  20. Fabulous cards, looking forward to the full reveal :)

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  21. I love the baby's breath and matching die - something about the shape of it - I am sure I will be reaching for that one time and again for all sorts of occasions.


    Penny

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  22. What a lovely set, the baby's breath is just gorgeous!

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  23. Gorgeous roses and baby's breath!

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  24. What beauties - love the effect of the colourless blender. Thanks for the technique tip.

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  25. Another wonderful and brilliantly designed set! Wow, my wallet is going to suffer this month ;)

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  26. In LOVE with the pink and grey card..so GORGEOUS!!!

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  27. Wow! These cards really showcase your watercolor technique - just stunning! Love every single bit - can't wait to see the full reveal tomorrow!

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  28. So beautiful! I love the baby's breath!

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  29. simply stunning, off to go find those defining words!

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  30. Ok I have to say this flower set and dies are a must have!
    These are absolutely beautiful and I can see how much fun they can be to play with!!

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  31. All your cards are gorgeous. I think I am most excited about this new rose set.

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  32. Absolutely amazing sets and your creativity brings them to life. Gorgeous stunning cards, and your technique explanations are so appreciated. LOVE everything in this release!!
    Thanks for sharing and inspiring!
    c

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  33. This set is so gorgeous. Of course it's going on my purchase list. You are amazing with your stamp designs!

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  34. What a great set!! This has been such a wonderful release so far!! Looking forward to more!

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  35. OMG!!! This is a gorgeous set! I love all the little details.

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  36. I absolutely love this set! I'm going to definately have to put it on my purchase list. Thanks so much for sharing!

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  37. Absolutely gorgeous set and I love all the cards that you created with it!!

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  38. Gorgeous new set! I love the vase I can't wait to see the full reveal!

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  39. Wow, Dawn, you are amazing! Both the roses set and your cards are beautiful! I am so inspired to try your watercolor technique. Thank you!!

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  40. Wow.... more beautiful florals! Can't wait 'til the 5th!

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  41. Wow! Your cards are beautiful.

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  42. These look like so much fun to use to create glorious bouquets....and the watercolour idea is stunning. Will be adding these to my already much loved Fresh Cut Florals.

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  43. Gorgeous! Your favorite is also mine. Swoon! Absolutely love this set!!

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  44. These are so beautiful! I love how they look painted! I think this is the set I am most excited about in the new release!

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  45. OMG, your faux watercolor technique is just perfect with the roses! LOVE the one done in pink!

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  46. Looks like another stellar floral set! So excited!

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  47. Very elegant looking roses...wonderful dies too.

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  48. Stunning! These are some of the prettiest flower stamps and dies in the cardmaking business!

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  49. Oh my these roses are goegeous! I wish you would do a video showing how you did the first card with masking. I always have trouble with that.

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  50. Your samples are amazing! These are best looking roses out there - bar none!

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  51. Gorgeous roses... I'm looking forward to seeing the new addition to Fresh Cut Florals in person... But I think I'm most excited about this new watercolour technique you showcased... I may need to get some of those inks...

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  52. Oh...loving the roses! So very pretty, love your cards to! Sigh, simply goregous!

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  53. So, so pretty. I absolutely love these flowers. The DT samples are gorgeous!

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  54. Wow, those cards are gorgeous! What a beautiful watercolor effect on the Congratulations card. Can't wait to see the full reveal. :D

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  56. I love your flower building sets, this is just beautiful!!!

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  57. Your cards are just beautiful Dawn--love all the textures you were able to achieve in these roses!

    Chris L.

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  58. Gorgeous cards. Roses are my favorite in any color or form. Need these :)

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  59. Seriously. You are rocking the fresh cut series. I love that first card with the GORGEOUS sentiment.

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  60. Absolutely beautiful. I want everythibg.
    Ang

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  61. The water coloring is gorgeous - I love it!

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  62. I can't resist a Flower Set!! I will be adding this set my wish list. All of the projects are awesome!

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  63. The multi stamping roses are so pretty! I love the details that you put in each of them!

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  64. So Fabulous! S.W.O.O.N over those Coming Up Roses....Amazing inspirations Dawn!

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  65. These roses are GORGEOUS and so perfect for lots of occasions!!! Love your sample projects, too! Absolutely AMAZING!

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  66. WOW, more gorgeous cards and stamps! I love this release!

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  67. Wow...you totally blew me away with this set. Love it.

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  68. Absolutely gorgeous cards! Each set is so fabulous! I need them all! :) I am loving that watercolor technique... can't wait to give it a try! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  69. wow!! Really loving this building sets!!!

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  70. These are gorgeous Dawn! Another winner!

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  71. Another beautiful set. I love the size of the roses and those beautiful leaves. It makes a gorgeous trio. I love the last card with the smoky grey and pink.

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  72. Dawn, you totally rock with all these flower sets. I will need them all!

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  73. Dawn, this release absolutely rocks! I love anything flower related so these are perfect!

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  74. What a beautiful new set! Love the dimension you can add with the layering of stamps and the bouquets you created are gorgeous. It is hard to pick one particular product from this release...they are all amazing :) Looking forward to spring already!

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  75. I am looking forward to getting the wreath building set but I love all of the sets revealed!

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  76. Stunning cards with this beautiful rose set. I love the "watercolor" technique. If I had to pick only one set from this release, it would be the wreath-building set.

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  77. Stunning! I love these blooming beauties! Your flowers are simply the best!

    Andrea McCulley
    prayalways421(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  78. wow, your cards are breathtaking...luv these new sets!

    enjoy *~*

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  79. How beautiful! Love the font in the sentiments and the baby's breath stem too.

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  80. So beautiful luv all the color combos u used

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  81. Your cards are gorgeous and your roses are stunning. Thanks for sharing.

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  82. Stunning! I really like all of these new sets a lot. They create beautiful images. Another high five for Dawn!!

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  83. Beautiful roses, and your cards are awesome. I think I really need this set, LOL.

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  84. Beautiful roses. I am most excited about Valentine Wishes.

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  85. Oooh I am so excited about the roses they are beautiful...

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  86. Just beautiful!! Love those roses!!

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  87. All of the sets are amazing, but I just adore the layering flowers. They are just so versatile and fun to play with!

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  88. Love all the sets. They are all amazing !

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  89. Beautiful cards. I love that you can stam and get dimension and then cut with a die.

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  90. These are breathtaking! Have to have these roses.

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  91. Absolutely gorgeous! Love love love!

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  92. I love roses and these are so lovely. You made a beautiful set with perfect shading for the petals. Thanks so much for the opportunity to win these.

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  93. Wow, these dies and stamps look impressive! I would love a chance to try them.

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  95. I'm new to your site and stamps but love this set. So versatile and love the combination of the roses and the other flowers.

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  96. What a beautiful set! Everything being released is so pretty, but the floral wreath set is my favorite.

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  97. I am typically not a flower girl but this set is gorgeous!! Definitely on my list!

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  98. Gorgeous!!! Love the roses set & dies!!

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  99. Love these roses! I especially love that you don't have to align them. I'm not so good at that!

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  100. Is this a fabulous set or what?! I'm just dying over your cards using the faux watercolor technique. They are beautiful beyond words.

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  101. These roses look divine, Dawn!

    My WP9 wishlist is growing bigger n bigger.

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  102. All these new stamp sets being released are gorgeous but that Coming Up Roses set? Be still my heart! Your faux watercolor technique is absolutely stunning, Dawn! I could never get tired of seeing "just one more" of your beautiful cards.

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  103. Just lovely, Dawn! The flowers and the sentiments are so beautiful. Your cards are a breath of Springtime! Dawn Y.

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  104. Your stamps are great Dawn, but I am unimpressed with your Design Team. I know there are many, many card makers out there that are regularly making stunning cards with your stamps & dies. They are the ones that made me check out your site, not any of the Design Team. It's not just the poor cards, but the terrible blog posts they are writing. A teacher should know how to use a comma!

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  105. I just love the roses an the dies to go with them. And I love the colors you used to build the flowers: so beautiful!!!

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  106. Absolutely gorgeous cards! These new stamps are fabulous! :)

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  107. These roses are lovely! I'm partial to any rose stamp set, so this is on my wish list!

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  108. Beautiful cards! It's such a lovely new set.

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  109. This is my fave of this release! Gorgeous flowers! Love the fonts you used for the sentiments as well, of the entire release by the way!

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  110. Gorgeous card! Ca t wait to get my stamps!

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