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For this fun event, I've created a few cards in honor of July 4th, as we celebrate our independence. Ultimately, these will be sent to my oldest son currently in Army Boot Camp who is faithfully following the footsteps of his father, uncles, grandfathers, and great-grandfathers. We are a very patriotic family and are very proud of all those who have served our country.
So, one card just wouldn't do in our household... I had to make several to send to my special soldier. This first card is made with stamps from Paper Inspirations and the Heather collection of Judith Stamps. I'll save this card to give to him at graduation from Basic & Specialty training on September 11th.. how poignant that day will be.
This second card is made using the interactive stamps from Art Impressions... specifically, the 'Door Ways' series. The uses of this line of stamps for different holidays and occasions are endless, and making cards with these are one of my favorite past times. Again, this was colored with Copic markers.
My final card was made using an old stamp that I've had for a while. It's so old that I don't even know the manufacturer. I'll just call her Ms. Liberty, but if you know the maker, I would love to hear.
Hop over to meet Julie, see her lovely blog and the beautiful items she will be sharing with us.
Thank you so much for stopping by. Enjoy your day as you celebrate our freedom. As we pause to celebrate our independence, please say a special prayer to remember our troops. God bless them and God bless our great country. And most importantly, we should never forget...our freedom isn't 'free'.
Three cheers for the red, white and blue~
45 comments:
Great cards Peggy, and I know you must be proud of son. Welcome back from your trip!!
Very cool cards!!! Happy Fourth!!
Fantastic cards. i love the doorway stamps, I really need to get some of those. The first card is very nice, I like the fact that the sentiment is the main focal point.
What awesome cards! The doorway stamp is so neato! Have a wonderful and safe 4th!
Awesome cards!!!! Thanks for sharing and have a great 4th!!
these cards are on my favorite list for the blog hop. Great work and thanks for sharing.
terrific cards peggy!
Thanks for playing along at cuttlebug challenge blog!
michelle.
http://www.cuttlebugchallenge.blogspot.com/
Great cards Peggy!!
Very nice cards...HAPPY 4th...HUGS...SK :)
Your cards look great!!
such lovely cards! Thanks for playing!
Peggy, I love your cards! Each one is so different and I can see your love poured into them! A big congratulations to your son; I know you must be so proud.
all your cards are awesome! TFS and have a happy happy 4th!
Your cards are stunning, and very special in celebration of a very special day! Your receipents will love them!!
Great Cards ... love your little scene!
Awesome creations! Wishing you and yours a happy 4th!
Your cards are awesome, Peggy!
thank you for sharing.
God bless America!
You are rocking the copics, Peggy. Hugs to your for your dear son's continued service. Happy 4th!
Oh My your creations are `gorgeous` `Wow`..
`Thanks` for joining the Cuttlebug Challenges !!!!
Enjoy the rest of your weekend:)
Terrie@
http://cuttlebugchallenge.blogspot.com/
these are absolutely gorgeous!
have a great 4th!
hugs,
great projects Happy 4th of July
What fantastic papercrafting!
Happy 4th of July and thanks to so many who have served our country proudly!
Thank you Peggy for your sons service to our country.
Your cards are fantastic and will be greatly appreciated.
I too am proud to be an American and to have family that served and is serving in this great country. My late husband retired from the US Army after 23 years of service and was in Korea and VietNam, my nephew was killed in Iraq on 9/11/04, and my grand-son-inlaw is serving in Afghanistan. I will remember your son and all our service men and women in my prayers
Happy 4th of July......
GOD BLESS AMERICA.......
Lovely and very meaningful cards!
Peggy, your cards are all so special, love the images and the reason behind each. My husband served 20 years in the Army so I understand your pride in your son.
Wow this is brilliant!
wonderful cards
Happy 4th!
Great cards!
Thanks for playing along with us!
Hanneke,
Proud DT member @ Cuttlebug Challenge Blog
wonderful cards
Very cute collection of cards!
Your cards are simply wonderful!!
love these cards, especially the doorway card. Great job.
Beautiful cards! I love that soldier stamp! TFS! Happy 4th of July!
Lovely cards my dear...love those stamps too...sorry I don't know the maker of that stamp...
What fabulous cards! Congratulations to your son! God bless him! :)
I am proud of your son too. My father served in WWII and Korea. He taught me the real meaning of partiotism. To love GOd and your country. Please tell him thanks for us. TFS
This Canadian is ever so grateful for those who serve on both sides of our border! Thank you!!
Your cards are wonderful and I'm sure he will love them! Just want to say thank you to you and all your family members who are serving and have served our country. We truly do appreciate your commitment and your sacrifice!!! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
awesome cards!!! love them, so patriotic!
Your projects are all darling!! Love Ms. Liberty - she is too cute for words! I'm offering blog candy on my blog and would love for you to hop on over and enter to win it!
Beautiful cards Peggy.
A wonderful tribute.
What wonderful cards! Godspeed to your son on his most honorable journey. I'm an Army vet and wife myself so sending you warm wishes too.
Fabulous cards!!
Thanks for playing along this week at CCB!!
**Jackie**
http://cuttlebugchallenge.blogspot.com
oh yes, let us never forget how costly freedom is!
wonderful projects all - esp. love the soldier one with the stars!
i'm guessing these are the ones you entered for the cuttlebug challenge?? i'm glad you joined in and hope you'll play along this week too!
smiles,
cassie
http://www.cuttlebugchallenge.blogspot.com
p.s. if you don't know how to leave a direct link -- after you publish your post, view your blog. click the post title and then copy that long address and paste it into Mr Linky!
hope that helps!
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