Friday, July 3, 2009

OMG - A Milestone!

OMG - my blog has reached a milestone. I never dreamed this would happen. Sometime today, I reached 50,000 views. I gasped when I found out. It's almost like having a birthday! I'm not sure how it happened as I am truly amazed. It's been a little over 8 months since I ventured into the blogging world. I didn't know what to expect or what would happen. This has been a learning experience for me. My original intent was to simply share my creations with my customers and anyone who may visit. During this 8 month time, I have received e-mails from many and have made some great friends. I have a few people to thank:

  • Sonja SH: for her help in setting up my blog and always being available to help me - I couldn't have done this without her. She is at the top of my list.
  • Denise W. and Maya T: who has always been supportive
  • My favorite blog sites listed on my right side bar who continue to inspire me. There are many more whom I have not listed that I discover every day.
  • My Fellow Stampin-Up Demonstrators
  • My Stampin-Up customers and friends
  • Those who have left kind comments.
  • Most of all: to those who visit

In celebration of this event, I am offering what is called "blog candy". The items are:

  • Simply Scrappin Friends & Flowers kit
  • Antique Charm Mini Scrapbook kit
  • Love & Happiness Rub Ons
  • 6x6 Designer Series Patterns Pack
  • Making Memories Charmed Frame: Square Lace
  • Set of 3 Mini Albums in Chocolate Brown
  • Kolo Mini Red Album
  • Summer Memories Red 8x8 Scrapbook album
  • Send A Celebration Stamp Set
  • Studio G Alphabet Stamp Set

Guidelines to receive the blog candy are:

  • for US Residence only (I apologize to those international readers)
  • leave a comment on this posting letting me know what projects you would like to see me make or contact me via e-mail referencing this posting with this information.
  • I will place your name in a pool to be randomly selected for the blog candy. If you sign up as a follower, I will put your name in twice! How's that for incentive? If you are already a follower, I will automatically put your name into the pool.
  • deadline: Saturday, July 11!
  • announcement of winner: Sunday, July 12.

Thank you all again for making this happen. I am truly humbled by all of you!

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81 comments:

  1. ThreadCatcherJuly 3, 2009 at 5:27 AM

    Hooray for you! Congrats on hitting that milestone. I like seeing small treat projects; especially when the Big Shot dies are used in unexpected ways. Thanks for sharing, you do a wonderful job. jmniffer

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  2. Primitive SeasonsJuly 3, 2009 at 7:58 AM

    Patty: Congratulations and thanks for the wonderful opportunity to win fantastic candy! I'd like to see you use the Big Shot dies for something different. Something beside the obvious. I know you can do it!!

    Mary
    www.primitiveseasons.blogspot.com

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  3. Hearts That LoveJuly 3, 2009 at 8:27 AM

    Hi Patty: congrats on the milestone! Am so happy for you! I like all the projects you make, especially those on Asian art. Can you also include the new SU Dream Gardens set in your projects? Thanks so much-

    Raidis
    www.seekandkeep.blogspot.com

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  4. UnknownJuly 3, 2009 at 9:17 AM

    woot woot! Congratulations Patti! What a fantastic Milestone in such a short time. Do I really have to ask for what I would like to see, cuz everything you do is amazing!

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  5. Marisol GutierrezJuly 3, 2009 at 9:21 AM

    Congrats! I would like to see techniques and interactive cards...I am just learning techniques but have alot to learn and just learned how to do the magic card...Wishing you success always!
    Marisol
    atouchof_sol@yahoo.com

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  6. Lauren Y.July 3, 2009 at 10:34 AM

    Congratulations to such a big milestone!
    You don't know how you got so many hit? Let me tell you, it's all beacuse you have such a talent to create unique & beautiful projects, and best of all, you share/teach us! Thank you!
    And I really like all the creation with matchbox (die), more please? : )

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  7. UnknownJuly 3, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    Hi Patti! I absolutely LOVE your blog and check it often. My all time favorite is your cake in a box. I'd love to see what you come up with in the new In Colors, the Beautiful Butterlies Bigz, and any cool ways to use the Crystal Effects. But anything you do is new to me since I'm a newbie! Thank you! ~Winnie

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  8. AnonymousJuly 3, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    Wow, what a milestone - congrats!! You must be ecstatic!! :)

    I really love your work...the only thing I can think of is that we'd see lots of "new" SU stuff, especially with the IC's...I'm having trouble getting inspired with those colors! lol

    Thanks so much!
    Crystal (SCS happy2stamp4ever)

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  9. AnonymousJuly 3, 2009 at 7:28 PM

    Congratulations, Patti. Thanks for all your inspiration. Love trying all the new techniques; ooking forward to more wonderful projects! Gail w.

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  10. KimJuly 3, 2009 at 7:30 PM

    Congrats on reaching this milestone! Doesn't surprise me at all! Your creations are awesome! What would I like to see. . . anything you dream up! Your week of shoes was inspiring.

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  11. Jennifer BrettschneiderJuly 3, 2009 at 7:31 PM

    Congrats! That is so exciting. It's a wonderful accomplishment. I would love to see some cute Back to School projects that I could do for the teachers. I'm trying to think ahead. Thanks for the opportunity to win the blog candy. I hope you pick me. If I win - you can email me at brettsch@fuse.net . Thanks, Jen

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  12. ktstampsJuly 3, 2009 at 7:52 PM

    OMG! I thought you had been doing this blogging thing long! You are fabulous...I don't know where you find the time! Thank you so much for your inspiration and ideas! You are truly the best. Keep up the great work! kt

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  13. Jennifer CR (SCS)July 3, 2009 at 8:00 PM

    Congrats Patti on hitting such an awesome blogging milestone! I love seeing all of your 3D ideas using the Big Shot but I also really enjoyed the week you featured the matching handbag and shoe sets. I would love to see more things like that!

    I enjoy coming to your blog and seeing all of your creativity!

    JenniferCR (SCS)
    jayceekathryn@yahoo.com

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  14. Jennifer CR (SCS)July 3, 2009 at 8:01 PM

    Oh, I already subscribe to your blog through email since I don't have a google account yet! =)

    Jennifer CR (SCS)

    jayceekathryn@yahoo.com

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  15. Going with the Flow By ReneeJuly 3, 2009 at 8:08 PM

    Wow Patti - What an accomplishment and I am so proud of you! Everyone loves your creations and I can't wait to visit your blog every day. Sometimes I visit more than once just in case I missed something, so I could easily count for about 5,000 of those hits. LOL. You are so kind to share so many wonderful projects with us and you are loved and appreciated. I enjoyed your interview and I can't wait to see what you come up with for the featured blog during the tour. I love your 3-D projects the most and everything in RED! Great Job and Great Blog! *Inky Hugs* Renee

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  16. mypaperpleasureJuly 3, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    I cannot believe that your blog is just about 8 months only, I have been subscribing by email, and enjoy very much your creation every night, it is so abundant that always amazes me. I like your style of creation, it somewhat oriental, I am a Chinese, so it is so touched and reminds me our own country and culture. Thanks and congratulation!
    Keep it going!

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  17. AnonymousJuly 3, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    Congrats on your milestone! You are a very talented lady and I find your blog very inspiring!
    Peggy-Sue

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  18. dorism6220July 3, 2009 at 9:55 PM

    Congratulations on the milestone! I like seeing the Asian art.

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  19. Tracy BollingerJuly 3, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    You deserve it! I love all the stuff you post!

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  20. Tee McNeil ArtJuly 3, 2009 at 10:27 PM

    Congrats! I've known for quite a while that your blog is a great resource - but I was trying to keep it a secret!! Just kidding!

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  21. Jean Fitch from jlfstudioJuly 3, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    Congratulations Patti! I'm rejoicing with you on this blogging milestone. I know that your links that I share with my newsletter crew of SU demo's are very, very popular! You are one creative lady that makes the blogosphere a joy to dip into daily.

    I love all the Big Shot projects you've been featuring though in general your mix of cards, 3D and shared projects from others seem about right to me. So more of the same wickedly wonderful creativity please. And thank you for sharing the tutorials and template sources. That's an enormous plus feature to your blog. And generous of you to take the time.

    Hugs and blessings - Jean

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  22. SuzanneJuly 4, 2009 at 1:30 AM

    Would love to see a 25th wedding anniversary invitation - nontraditional. I love all your creative ideas!

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  23. SuzanneJuly 4, 2009 at 1:33 AM

    Have to do this again as I forgot to leave a contact. Would love to see a 25th nontraditional wedding anniversary invite. Love all your creative ideas!!
    partyadventureland@yahoo.com

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  24. Angela H.July 4, 2009 at 6:01 AM

    Patty, great for you!! Your blog is at the top of my list of my very favorite ones! Thanks for sharing your ideas & talent. Any new ideas for the Big Shot dies I would love to see. Thanks so much!

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  25. Beth BeardJuly 4, 2009 at 6:41 AM

    Congratulations! I love your blog and check it often. I love 3-D projects and always looking for new ideas. Keep up the great work!

    Beth
    www.stampwithbeth.typepad.com

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  26. Betty TJuly 4, 2009 at 7:06 AM

    Congratulaions - I am a loyal follower but this is the first I have left a comment. I will try to do better. I love when you use a stamp set (or tool) and feature it all week. It is WONDERFUL when you include directions for projects. I know that takes a lot of time but it is truely appreciated!

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  27. Janet RohdeJuly 4, 2009 at 8:35 AM

    Congratulations! I am really enjoying your ideas for the pop up cake die. Have you done anything with the pop up ball. I just got it yesterday.

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  28. Nancy L.July 4, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    Congrats for all your hits! I just found your blog and I've been looking through it! You are amazing at creating things!! Thanks for the chance to win some candy! I'm becoming your follower!

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  29. AnonymousJuly 4, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    Congrats on your milestone. I like 3D and altered items. Thanks for the opportunity to win this great candy!
    tmblueb@hotmail.com
    T. Blue

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  30. 2 WorldsJuly 4, 2009 at 4:52 PM

    congratulations, you have great work here

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  31. Nicole TugrulJuly 4, 2009 at 4:56 PM

    Congrats on your HUGE milestone!! You have a great blog..can't wait to see what is next!

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  32. kellygrl27July 4, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    congrats! I've been following your blog for several months now. You are so talented, I look forward to seeing your creations everyday. Kelly

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  33. Carolyn SharkasJuly 4, 2009 at 9:38 PM

    Congratulations, Patti, I'm not surprised though, I love your blog and have been subscribed for quite some time. Thanks so much for the
    inspiration. I love any 3D items, as I love to make gifts for family and friends.

    Carolyn S
    ceashark at aol dot com

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  34. TzippyJuly 5, 2009 at 12:13 PM

    Congratulations patti. you sure diserve all the attention. i enjoy very much reading your posts.
    i'd like to leard more about 3D cards and stamping tecniqes
    thanx
    tzippy

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  35. UnknownJuly 5, 2009 at 4:54 PM

    I always love to see what you post-my favorite was what you did with the matchbox die. Thanks for your inspiration!

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  36. juneeJuly 5, 2009 at 7:50 PM

    congratulations! this is such a great inspirational blog!

    unfortunately, i'm one of those international readers :(.

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  37. SaraJuly 6, 2009 at 3:14 AM

    Congratulations! I would like to see even more 3-D projects.
    Sara

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  38. ReginaJuly 6, 2009 at 3:37 AM

    Congratulations to you! 50,000 hits are amazing! Pretty impressive for less than a year! I’m not surprised your creations are lovely!
    Patti, that is only my congratulation, not for your blogcandy!
    Regina

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  39. KarenJuly 6, 2009 at 3:42 AM

    Wow...how exciting for you! I absolutely love your blog...you are so creative! Thanks for all you share. I would love to see 3D type projects!

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  40. yaelJuly 6, 2009 at 5:03 AM

    wow - congrats
    thanks for the opportunity to win such a sweet candy...
    you make such inspiring projects - keep them coming our way - i kive it

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  41. UnknownJuly 6, 2009 at 5:14 AM

    Congratulations on hitting your milestone! What an accomplishment...must mean we really like you and your projects. :) Or at least I do because I visit your blog often.

    I would like to see projects such as interactive cards, treat bags/boxes... basically anything besides the regular card. I have tons of stamps and am running out of ideas.

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  42. Anne BélangerJuly 6, 2009 at 5:17 AM

    Wow ! Congratulations ! I love your blog and I check it often.
    Thanks
    Anne

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  43. euniceJuly 6, 2009 at 5:28 AM

    Congratulations, Patti! Your blog is absolutely one of my favorites. I always enjoy coming here and being totally inspired by all the beautiful cards and projects you create! Thank you for always generously sharing.

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  44. VickyJuly 6, 2009 at 6:45 AM

    Patti, I'm not surprised at all you've reached this milestone with all your wonderful work! I love everything you do and would love to see some more big shot projects! TFS all you do!
    Vicky

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  45. ErynJuly 6, 2009 at 7:17 AM

    Congrats Patti on reaching this big milestone!! I'm a new follower, but have fallen in love with your work. I'm also a new Stampin Up demo, and your projects are providing me with lots of inspiring ideas to demo the fab product that is SU!! Thanks and again, Congrats!!

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  46. Debi CalandrelleJuly 6, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    That's alot'ta visitors! Congrats! From the first day that I found your blog, I subscribed and visit daily! Thanks for sharing your amazing work and creative ideas!

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  47. גליתJuly 6, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    hello patti,
    I love so much what you do!

    kipp on doing it!

    galit

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  48. AnonymousJuly 6, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    Hi Patti,

    I check your site every day and continue to be amazed each time! Your work is beautiful, creative and definitely WOW!

    Congratulations on your many hits!

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  49. AnonymousJuly 6, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    Congrats Patti on reaching the 50,000 mark...your blog is amazing, amazing, amazing! It doesn't surprise me that your blog hit this milestone so quickly. I would love to see some 3D projects (like favors), gift projects or mini album ideas using the Hero Arts Asian dolls.

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  50. JenniferJuly 6, 2009 at 1:17 PM

    Patti, Congrats on your milestone. I enjoy looking at your blog for inspiration. I would enjoy seeing more simple gift projects made with things a regular crafter might have around. I enjoy looking at the big shot projects, but I don't have one of my own. Thanks for all your hard work and inspiration.

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  51. AnonymousJuly 6, 2009 at 4:36 PM

    Wow! Congrats on the milestone! I just adore all of your projects.

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  52. JanineJuly 6, 2009 at 5:35 PM

    Oh wow that is truly amazing. Congrats on all the recent hits. Love your blog. Thanks for sharing your awesome talent.

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  53. AnnJuly 6, 2009 at 7:38 PM

    Congratulations on your blog hits!!
    I've been lovin' your Asian themed projects! I get your new posts via email, so I get my name in 2X! YIPPEE!!! Thanks for the opportunity to win!! :)

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  54. DebiJuly 6, 2009 at 7:40 PM

    Wooo Hoooo...This is a HUGH ilestone!...Congrats!

    I tried to sign on as a follower but could not find a space to do so????

    debi
    http://debiskraftykorner.blogspot.com

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  55. Jaxbabie3July 6, 2009 at 7:48 PM

    Congrats! I love it all! You have such great ideas! i really enjoyed all the stuff you did with the matchboxes! Thanks for sharing your projects!

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  56. n2kidsJuly 6, 2009 at 7:54 PM

    Congratulations to you! I love 3-d projects so I'd love to see more! Thanks for offering such awesome blog candy!

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  57. NicoleJuly 6, 2009 at 7:58 PM

    Congrats! ] I love seeing your new creations each day! Looking forward to anything you come up with. I really liked the baby album...thanks so much for the instructions!

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  58. NancySJuly 6, 2009 at 8:01 PM

    Congratulations on hitting 50, Patty! How wonderful for you and your followers...your projects are terrific. Would love to see innovative ways to use some of SU's new In Colors and other products. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the opportunity to win blog candy. Onward to 100!

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  59. Phyllis LimJuly 6, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    Congrats on your "milestone!" Wow ! 50,000 fans ! I do enjoy your beautifully crafted Asian projects. I would like to see more favor oriented things for teachers and school mates for teenage children.
    Thanks for sharing !

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  60. CristybugJuly 6, 2009 at 8:39 PM

    WOW!! What an accomplishment. I love visiting your blog and seeing the new and creative things you have come up with. Keep up the great work. I am considering buying a Big Shot so anything you can show there would be great.
    Thanks for all your hard work.

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  61. Deb Lenox Leesburg, VirginiaJuly 6, 2009 at 9:11 PM

    Hey Patty congratulations on your milestone...and thanks for letting have a chance to win some blogcandy.
    I love all your work. I loved all the shoes you did, but guess if I had to pick SU stuff it would be your 3-D cakes.. They are just all so wonderful.
    thanks for all your shares
    Deb

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  62. Deb Lenox Leesburg, VirginiaJuly 6, 2009 at 9:13 PM

    Hey Patty..
    Thanks for the chance to win blog candy and Congrats on the milestone on your blog.. I love all your work.. I do have a shoe fetish and love the shoes.. If I had to say something from SU.. I would have to say I love all your 3-D Cakes... They are all so wonderful.. thanks for all the great shares...

    Deb

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  63. angela bJuly 6, 2009 at 9:28 PM

    I am truly inspired by your creations. You are so talented and my favorites are always your 3-d items. You take it to a new level!! Great Job and I look forward to more and more. I am a follower.

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  64. gallishJuly 6, 2009 at 9:45 PM

    What a great candy!! Thanks!!!
    I love your work and your blog, and Im now a follower :-)
    Good luck!
    Gali from Israel

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  65. UnknownJuly 7, 2009 at 12:44 AM

    Hi, Its very important milestone indeed!!! and such a lovely blog candy...I can certainly use part of those lovely things...
    Thanks for a wonderfull blog and hope to read more, Smadar

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  66. MiaJuly 7, 2009 at 4:15 AM

    PATTI! 50,000 views HOLY COW fantastic! Congratulations!

    Your creations are always an inspiration to me. I love seeing your work, no matter what it is.

    I am definitely one of your 'followers'... but I can't find your Followers gadget.

    Mia
    purplezenstudio.blogspot.com

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  67. TanyaJuly 7, 2009 at 7:32 AM

    Congrats on hitting a milestone!! Your blog is great!!

    I love seeing all the cake boxes you make, they are wonderful! I hope to make one soon.

    I already subscribe to your blog through the email link. I didn't see a followers button anywhere.

    Thanks.

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  68. NatalieJuly 7, 2009 at 9:33 AM

    Congratulations! That is a great milestone! I just recently started following your blog. You are very talented and I love seeing all your cute creations! Congrats again!

    Natalie (SCS luv2dance)
    nataliewilson07@gmail.com

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  69. cathyJuly 7, 2009 at 10:42 AM

    Congratulations, Patti! I love visiting your blog and admiring your work - it is always an inpiration. Cathy

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  70. MarshaJuly 7, 2009 at 1:44 PM

    Your projects are amazing - shoes, purse, well, just everything you make. Love the purse. Wondering if you have another shape. Thanks for your instructions - they are great.

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  71. KellyJuly 7, 2009 at 7:16 PM

    Congrats!!! I am already a follower and would love to win your blog candy. I also love your creations!!

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  72. AnonymousJuly 7, 2009 at 7:41 PM

    Patti...I am a newbie to your blog. So far I am really inspired by what I've seen here. I am always looking for ideas that will make me say either "AHA!" or "why didn't I think of that?". I've seen some here. I am looking for some technique ideas using punches, the Big Shot and interesting backgrounds. Does that help........? Maggi
    mamin50@yahoo.com

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  73. AnonymousJuly 8, 2009 at 7:01 AM

    Congrats! That is fantastic, but I can see why so many people visit your site. You have inspired many great ideas. My daughter loves anything Asian and she loves the stuff I make using your ideas. Thanks again for the inspirations!

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  74. JulietJuly 8, 2009 at 7:04 AM

    Congrats! I love checking your site daily for all the wonderful projects you inspire. Thanks!

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  75. laurieJuly 9, 2009 at 7:33 AM

    Congrats to you! I love your blog.I just stumbled on it. I'd like to see more 3-D projects They are my favorite.You are so creative!

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  76. UnknownJuly 9, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    Congrats on hitting this milestone. I love the look of your creations. The latest cards with the Asian theme are great and will definitely inspire me. I'm Chinese and my mom has been asking me to make her some wedding and birthday cards, so the Asian theme will definitely give me some ideas that we'll both love.

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  77. UnknownJuly 9, 2009 at 9:11 PM

    WOW! Congratulations!!! That is so fantastic!!! I must admit I just stumbled across your blog a few weeks ago. You create some fabulous projects! The Cake in the Box project was so cool! I would love to see more projects like that - creative, yet simple gift ideas.

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  78. AnonymousJuly 11, 2009 at 6:21 AM

    Love your blog - Congratulations on your milestone. Keep 'um coming and I'll keep comng back


    Joyce M

    joyjonjake@hotmail.com

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  79. JeannieJuly 11, 2009 at 7:22 AM

    Wow! Such a fantastic milestone! I have to say that I'm not surprised though! I always look forward to your great projects! I love the "asian flair" that you add to many of them. It's amazing to me that so many of our stamps (SU) can be that way just looking through someone else's eyes! TFS!

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  80. JacqueJuly 11, 2009 at 2:02 PM

    A friend recently recommended your blog to me. What a find! I love your style. If I had to suggest more of anything it would be projects. Cards are fine, but 3-D projects, boxes, bags and cards-in-motion are my favorites. Thanks for the opportunity...and all of the inspiration!

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  81. AnonymousJuly 11, 2009 at 8:35 PM

    Patti,
    I love your Asian themed projects. Thank you for sharing your creative ideas! You are so talented.
    ~Norma

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