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Sunday, April 1, 2012

Blog Hop *Once Upon A...Sketch*



April 1st Blog Hop


Welcome to Once Upon A..Sketch' s first birthday blog hop! It is so exciting to have you here and we hope you are inspired along the way to join in the fun and get creative!!You should have arrived here from
 Mahlin Wiggur's blog, but if you haven't you need to go back to the beginning of the list below so you don't miss out.


(please note that due to time differences there could be some broken links..please check back later as the blogs will be updated asap) 


Our new MONTHLY challenge has just been released! Each Design Team member has created their own  layout based on this sketch and journalling criteria and you need to follow the above list to see what they came up with. 

We would love to see what you create, so please link your project to back at the Once Upon A...Sketch blog. You DO NOT have to participate in the blog hop to enter this challenge. 


Here is this month's challenge....

April Challenge

 The theme of this challenge is HOME. 
We would like you to create a layout and interpret the theme "HOME" however you like based on the following sketch. You can journal as little or as much as you like, but your layout must incorporate this theme  and this sketch. 

And here is my example...

**Imaginarium designs: Cogs, house 

Hidden journaling and photo!!! 


Our main sponsor of this blog hop is ....


 Imaginarium Designs
Imaginarium Designs chipboard is donating this prize to one lucky winner of the blog hop.


This prize pack includes AUS$70.00 worth of chipboard PLUS inks PLUS Spray Mists PLUS free postage to anyone in the world. 


DETAILS

 ***In order to be entered for the main prize,you must be or become a follower AND comment on ALL blogs along the way and finally back at the Once Upon A...Sketch blog to tell us that you have left a comment for everyone.

***There will also be some other prizes along the way which our Design Team have kindly donated.  To win these, you need only comment on and follow the blog which is giving the prize. The randomly chosen winners for these prizes will be announced at that Design Team member's blog.

This is the prize I am giving away....






This is open to ANYONE that becomes or already IS a follower of my blog and leaves me a comment on this post. ..


 The blog hop starts today , April 1st and finishes midnight (Australian Eastern Standard Time) 5th April with the MAIN PRIZE winner to be announced soon after the blog hop ends at the Once Upon A....Sketch blog and the other winners announced at the Design Team member blogs soon after the blog hop ends also. 

Thank you for visiting and taking part in our blog hop!

We hope you found some inspiration along the way.

Your next stop is talented...Sandi Taloumis


Thanks for visiting!!!
xoxo



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115 comments:

  1. Cindy GayApril 1, 2012 at 4:33 AM

    I love the fence and alpha finish.

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  2. Keren TamirApril 1, 2012 at 4:52 AM

    Vicky this is beautiful, I love what you've done with the chipboard!! stupendous!!

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  3. Gwen WruckApril 1, 2012 at 5:27 AM

    Gorgeous layout Vicky! Love all of it!

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  4. Sarah-RApril 1, 2012 at 5:29 AM

    what a beautiful LO - I love how you treated the title and the fence - amazing!

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  5. LUCIANAApril 1, 2012 at 5:35 AM

    LINDO LO.PARABÉNS.....

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  6. Felicity IvesApril 1, 2012 at 5:52 AM

    Oooh, love all of that embossing! It looks like a shiny, sticky lollipop - and love your giveaway!

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  7. UnknownApril 1, 2012 at 6:00 AM

    Wonderful layout, Vicky..I really love the pocket you used for your hidden journaling, very cute! Neat technique on the title and fence, too!

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  8. silviaApril 1, 2012 at 6:09 AM

    Stunning!! LOVE all the details!!

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  9. jennyplace2April 1, 2012 at 6:29 AM

    Truly beautiful, just so elegant. TFS! Love your take of the sketck, can't wait to give it a try.
    jennyplace26@gmail.com

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  10. UnknownApril 1, 2012 at 6:41 AM

    Wow, super pretty as all of your work is- love the flower spray, your colors, the altered title and fence- just gorgeous!!

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  11. Julie Tucker-WolekApril 1, 2012 at 6:41 AM

    This is GORGEOUS! I love love love that photo, the colors and loveeeeeeeee the fence and title work!

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  12. Melenia AgapidesApril 1, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    Μου άρεσε πολύ αυτό που έγραψες στο journalling, εύχομαι με όλη μου την καρδιά να πραγματοποιήσετε το όνειρο σας!!! Η σύνθεση είναι απλά φανταστική, όλα στην τέλεια θέση και τα χρώματα ζεστά, σαν στο σπίτι σας!! :)

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  13. Lauren TApril 1, 2012 at 7:17 AM

    Love the effect on the title and picket fence.

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  14. Kelly MassmanApril 1, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    I've become a follower--such a lovely page and photo!! TFS! kmassmanATgmailDOTcom

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  15. NaiaraApril 1, 2012 at 7:26 AM

    Olá
    Adorei seu blog e seu layout.
    Parabéns
    Beijo
    Naiara (Brasil)
    http://cheiadegracablog.blogspot.com.br/

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  16. K ClarkApril 1, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    new follower... love the way you did your letters... beautiful lo

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  17. ΣοφίαApril 1, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    wish you the home you are dreaming of to come true !!!!lovely colours,I have not seen you with green colours very often and it is very nice !!

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  18. Natalie ElphinstoneApril 1, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    Beautiful! Love your pretty colours and textures.

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  19. ΚατεριναApril 1, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    υπεροχη συνθεση !!!!!!!!!!!καταπληκτικα χρωματα!

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  20. Jeni O'ConnorApril 1, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    Vicky that pic is just so lovely. So much love. Wonderful page with so many little details. Keep your dream alive and wishing positive thoughts that it comes true.

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  21. PatriciaApril 1, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Great lo Vicky. I like the way you used the colors and textures in you lo.
    I take a look at the other lay outs. The are awesome.
    Like your blog!!

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  22. kortmakeri och känslorApril 1, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    So nice Lo, I hope I can learn how to make some as nice.

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  23. EttenAApril 1, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    It's a lovely LO! And happy birthday to OUAS:-)

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  24. Lizzy HillApril 1, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    This ROCKS big time!!! LOOOOVE how you've done the title & fence [glad you put in a close up] & that little leaf on the edge of the photo? PERFECT:):):)
    BTW...I hope Samos becomes a reality one day:):)

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  25. Eleni GratsiaApril 1, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    Vicky good morning & Καλό μήνα!!! Love your layout!!! Love what you did to the title and the fence¬ Thanks for the chance to win something, and now I'm off to my next stop!

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  26. Kelly K.April 1, 2012 at 10:21 AM

    Filenaditsa I hope your dream come true....(dont like it but what can i do?) lol Καλό Μήνα

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  27. RomyApril 1, 2012 at 10:53 AM

    Your layout is just amazing, Vicky! What a perfect way to showcase that gorgeous photo!

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  28. Eila SandbergApril 1, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    Wow! love the cracklepainted and glazed alphas and fence! I wouldn't mind having a house on Samos either, in fact I wouldn't mind going there on holiday to start with! Wonderful wonderful colours and such a beautiful page Vicky! xxx

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  29. Cathi ONeillApril 1, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Love your hidden journaling and that crackle glazed technique. Beautiful layout!

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  30. KristalApril 1, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    I am loving this blog hop :D I love the quote on your page for this is so very true xoxoxox

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  31. HelenaApril 1, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    Such a beautiful layout Vicky! Some great techniques there. Wow, a home in Samoa!!!

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  32. RianneApril 1, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    Wow, love your colors on this lo, they go so well with this adorable photo. The craccle is amazing!! Thank you for creating & sharing this!

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  33. AnonymousApril 1, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    Such a gorgeous layout full of pretty detaisl, Vicky! You are one talented lady. Love your work!
    & thanks for amazing candy :)))

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  34. UnknownApril 1, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    What a wonderful LO, love all those little details. The hidden journaling is a great way. Thnaks so much for the inspiration.

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  35. MilayaApril 1, 2012 at 12:08 PM

    It's gorgeous! Very nice and positive! Thank you for inspiration and a chance to win!

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  36. Hilde Aaslund aka ScoobieApril 1, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    The color combo is so striking - I just love it.
    And the crackled paint on the aplpha and fence looks devine.
    Thank you for sharing!

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  37. UnknownApril 1, 2012 at 12:31 PM

    Vicky, this layout is fantastic!
    hugs ~Gerry~

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  38. Lisa aka RainingApril 1, 2012 at 12:54 PM

    Gorgeous! I love your quote and journaling! I am now following your beautiful blog!

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  39. Nicole DoironApril 1, 2012 at 1:43 PM

    wow! Gorgeous layout with excellent distressing of the chipboard title! I'm impressed and totally inspired!!!

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  40. Rita RibeiroApril 1, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    so pretty page!!!

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  41. SandraApril 1, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    Such a pretty LO, I love the sentiment as well.

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  42. Cathy McGrathApril 1, 2012 at 2:14 PM

    What a beautiful sentiment. I love it!

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  43. salmeApril 1, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    Your layout is stunning and heartwarming. The photo is beautiful, truly, a home is where dreams are built and where your loved ones are!

    I also love how you altered the title and the fence!

    Thank you for the inspiration! Happy birthday to OUAS!

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  44. SapimanóApril 1, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    Hello Vicky! Your layouts are so exciting! Amazing!

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  45. julie eApril 1, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    What a gorgeous layout. I love the way you used color!

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  46. apapelouca.blogspot.comApril 1, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    An each blog one concept of home...I like ti

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  47. www.cricutcraftyclare.blogspot.comApril 1, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    I love what you did with the title~! I'm following , thanks for the chance to win! cjdempsey9 at msn dot com

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  48. TheresaApril 1, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    Always find so my inspiration following the blog hop around. I am a follower and recently a subscriber to your blog. Thanks for sharing.

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  49. Ro MiquelettoApril 1, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    What a pretty layout. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  50. MarilynApril 1, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    Beautiful page, Vicky! Adorable family photo!
    love the sentiment! Hugs!!!

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  51. sandiApril 1, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    What a beautiful lo! That pic is fabulous!

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  52. Tulipinha do CerradoApril 1, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    Que fofo!
    Bjim ♥

    Moêmia

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  53. Jenny JanusApril 1, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    Nice lo. I like the hidden journaling & photo to go with it.

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  54. lost coast scrapperApril 1, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    Beautiful project with the sketch, I LOVE what you did with the chipboard!! Lovely blog hop too!!

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  55. SandyApril 1, 2012 at 7:41 PM

    Amazing page and I love your work!

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  56. paperpapierApril 1, 2012 at 8:00 PM

    love the crackled effect on the alpha..such a beautiful layout!

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  57. IgnasApril 1, 2012 at 8:35 PM

    Great page, love the colors and distressing!

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  58. Lolô ArtesanatoApril 1, 2012 at 8:44 PM

    OMG, your page is gorgeous!
    I love all details
    xx
    Leila

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  59. AquarellApril 1, 2012 at 9:17 PM

    OMG, love all the colors on this one! And the layout was just stunning! :)

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  60. Amy Voorthuis April 1, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    Wow your lettering is so gorgeous!!! Such a pretty lovely lo thanks for the pretty price your are giving away hugs Amy :)

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  61. EmmaBApril 1, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    The letters are so cool!! Love the layout! :)

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  62. ΕλένηApril 1, 2012 at 9:58 PM

    καταπληκτική δουλειά Βίκυ όπως πάντα!

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  63. EFIApril 1, 2012 at 10:02 PM

    Νομίζω η φωτογραφία τα λέει όλα! Να χαίρεσαι την πολύ όμορφη οικογένεια σου Βίκυ μου! Πολύ όμορφη η σύνθεση σου, ειδικά το crackle που κάνεις το λατρεεεευω!!!! Ευχαριστούμε πολύ για το δωράκι σου! Φιλάκια

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  64. langeatheartApril 1, 2012 at 10:43 PM

    Vicky,
    Your layout is stunning and I agree with you home is where the heart is! I so love the beautiful land you will be building your home on in the future! You are so fortunate! TFS

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  65. Valia KatzakiApril 1, 2012 at 11:24 PM

    Βικυ, η συνθεση τελεια αλλά ακομα καλύτερη η φωτο! Μακαρι να κανετε τα όνειρα σας πραγματικότητα!

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  66. HeraApril 1, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    VICKY, YOUR STYLE IS AMAZING, THE COLORS THAT YOU USE ARE PERFECT!!! i LOVE IT! cONGRATULATION AND GOOD LUCK, ALWAYS!
    KISSES
    HERA SUGITANI - BRAZIL

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  67. Bente FagerbergApril 1, 2012 at 11:36 PM

    This is so lovely Vicky! I love your treatment of the chippies and the gorgeous colours you have chosen.
    I hope you will soon get to build your dream home on that piece of land. It looks beautiful!! Thanks for the inspiration,Vicky!!

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  68. MariaApril 1, 2012 at 11:37 PM

    Βίκυ μου τι όμορφη οικογένεια!!! Να χαίρεσαι τις κουκλες σου και να είστε πάντα ευτυχισμένοι και αγαπημένοι με τον αντρούλη σου! Φυσικά με τόση ομορφιά δε θα έβγαινε μια άσχημη σύνθεση! Τι να πω.... είναι σούπερ! Τα χρώματα, τα διακοσμητικά... Μπράβο σου!!!!

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    1. DebbieApril 2, 2012 at 12:11 AM

      Stunning layout! Love the colors and what a wonderful picture.

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  69. Ella SwanApril 2, 2012 at 12:21 AM

    Wow Vicky this is a totally gorgeous layout - you are firing on all cylinders right now girl and I cant wait to see your GDT work either! Glorious stash you have used here and the metal and flowers are awesome. Love the journaling too - looks like a lovely place...

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  70. Ava GavloskiApril 2, 2012 at 2:39 AM

    Vicky, your layout is so sweet. The photo is lovely and you have embellished so well to reflect the happiness shared in the photo. Love the sentiment on the tag.

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  71. Elisabeth SarkisApril 2, 2012 at 3:47 AM

    Uauuu,Your page is very beautiful, I love this craquele,hugs

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  72. ConnieApril 2, 2012 at 4:07 AM

    Beautiful colors!
    I'm a follower now.

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  73. phamilApril 2, 2012 at 4:39 AM

    Vicky, your layout is precious, the photo is so sweet, and I love your colors, love your fence and title work especially!!! Gorgeous, gorgeous work!

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  74. Melissa S.April 2, 2012 at 5:05 AM

    Another beautiful layout filled with great colors and textures. Love the letters and fence. Thanks for the insperation.

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  75. Cynthia LlorénsApril 2, 2012 at 5:25 AM

    Hi sweet and dear friend!!!!
    This is a lovely layout and a great design you always do such a great and extraordinary work!!!!!!!
    I love your give-away prize!!!.
    Big huges and kisses from Brazil
    Cynthia

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  76. BellaideaApril 2, 2012 at 6:48 AM

    Great photo and lovely color combo! Best regards!I have a hop on my blog too, visit me if you will find free moment:)

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  77. Jasmine SApril 2, 2012 at 6:48 AM

    Gorgeous Vicky. Love your title and the fence. The photo is so natural and beautiful and the envelope to the side is a great touch. Fab page.

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  78. PegApril 2, 2012 at 7:48 AM

    the effects on the fence and title are fabulous, your page is heavenly!

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  79. SherriApril 2, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    love how you did your letters.

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  80. LeonieApril 2, 2012 at 8:15 AM

    Wow I love that crackle effect!! Fabulous page. :)

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  81. Catherine SIWCZAKApril 2, 2012 at 8:16 AM

    great colours for this layout !

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  82. ElinaApril 2, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    Πολύ όμορφη σελίδα όπως πάνατα Βίκυ!!! Πάντα περιμένω με ανυπομονυσία να δω την επόμενη σύνθεσή σου!!! Ευχαιστούμε για το δωρακι, ειναι τελειο!!! Πολλά φιλιά

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  83. KateApril 2, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    lovely lovely work!

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  84. Jona PanesaApril 2, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    sweet and beautiful page!!!

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  85. AlikiApril 2, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    απίθανη σύνθεση Βίκυ!!

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  86. UnknownApril 2, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    Great page!!!Love your fence.Adorable family photo!And samos is such a beautiful island!!I hope your dreams come true!!!Have a wonderful month!!!

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  87. Эля-elkaApril 2, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    Супер!

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  88. СтоклиApril 2, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    Great title and fence!=)

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  89. Chantal VandenbergApril 2, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    Gorgeous page! The colours are eye-poppingly wonderful!!! I love the way you coloured the fence and title and how cool is that envelope with the stamp on it - so the reader knows to look inside! Love this so much! I'm already a follower! :)

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  90. CharityApril 2, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    totally loving the crackle finish on the title and fence!!!

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  91. AnonymousApril 2, 2012 at 5:13 PM

    we heart you Vicky!!!!

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  92. Vicky AlbertoApril 2, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    adore the chipboard treatment - wow

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  93. PanagiotaApril 2, 2012 at 10:17 PM

    Hi Vicky!Fabulous layout!I like the coloring and crackele details!

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  94. Wanda at Two Make Do ScrapbookingApril 2, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    What a beautiful layout. I love the crackle effect.

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  95. L. AkinsApril 2, 2012 at 10:45 PM

    Lovely layouts!

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  96. ShellApril 3, 2012 at 2:35 AM

    Hi There!! Luv ur LO! As always ur work with the chipboard is awesome!! Wot a beautiful family pic. SUch a happy moment captured forever!! HUGS XX

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  97. Limor WebberApril 3, 2012 at 4:49 AM

    The crackle effect is awesome!

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  98. UnknownApril 3, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    WOW this is just so GORGEOUS Vicky!! Love the mix of colours here and that fence leaves me speechless!! :)x

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  99. Elaine coustleyApril 3, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    An amazing layout,. Your thoughts are just beautiful.x

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  100. SvetlanaApril 3, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    Wonderful layout! Thanks for prize!
    Svetlana xx

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  101. Anita SApril 3, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    such a sweet sweet page!!! love how u have 'glammed' up the chippie!!!

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  102. ΕλευθερίαApril 3, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    αχ να το δω αυτο το σπίτι να φτιάχνετε!!! να σας έχω και κοντά μου!!!!! να είστε γεροί δυνατοί και αγαπημένοι!!!!! περιμενω το καλοκαίρι!!!!

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  103. LefkiApril 3, 2012 at 9:45 PM

    Η σύνθεσή σου φοβερή αλλά περισσότερο με άγγιξαν τα υπέροχα λόγια που έγραψες. Έχεις τόσο δίκιο!

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  104. SuzApril 4, 2012 at 4:12 AM

    such a pretty page. I love the technique you used on the title letters - the crackle is very cool. thanks for the inspiration & chance to win

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  105. Lovez' LaoApril 4, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    So stunning layout! Thanks for sharing your work and the RAK! Hope I'll be lucky enough to get it! More power!

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  106. SzilviiApril 4, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    Such a beautiful page! I think i will be your regular visitor, yout blog is full with gorgeous pages. Thank you for the chance to win.

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  107. Georgia HealdApril 4, 2012 at 11:28 AM

    Beautiful as always Vicky. Love your amazing little details! xox

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  108. justiceApril 4, 2012 at 9:41 PM

    bravo vicky!!!tromeri sinthesi!

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  109. RitaApril 5, 2012 at 1:41 AM

    happy 1st anniversary!

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  110. PendraApril 5, 2012 at 8:15 AM

    Happy Birthay OAUS! Lovely layout, adore the crackle and colors on the chipboard! And beautiful photo! I am your newest follower, and thanks for the chance to win these gorgeous goodies!
    Crafty Hugs,
    Pendra

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  111. MariaApril 5, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    Καλημέρα Βικάκι! Πανέμορφη η σύνθεση σου, τί ωραίος που έγινε ο τίτλος και ο φράκτης (πρέπει να ανατρεξω πισω στο μπλογκ σου, καπου έδeινες οδηγίες είναι τέλειο!) Χαρούμενη Γενέθλια στο OUAS!

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  112. ~~Nektaria~~April 5, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    Love what you did to that chipboard title!!!!
    super LO! and the journalling is so true!

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  113. lyndaApril 5, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    I became a follower. Thanks for offering such a bountiful giveaway!

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  114. Beatrice LawsonApril 5, 2012 at 5:24 PM

    So happy to be on this hop - I am discovering designers and products not very familiar to Canadian audiences! Love your LO!

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