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Tuesday 13 March 2018

Cheers Cocktail Card



Hi bloggers!  The Happy Hour Background die gives you both positive and negative cut outs.  It looks lovely as a background or used as borders or individual small die cuts.  Today's video will show you one way to use this versatile die set.














 The finished dimensions are 7 1/2" x  7 3/4" in size.  All for now, Sue x
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78 comments:

  1. Steph Cotterill13 March 2018 at 06:15

    Hi Sue. Great card and can be used for many occasions. The only problem I have and have had from the day of launch is making out what the 'wastecoat' shapes are ? Sorry if that sounds a bit stupid but all I can see is the odd wastecoat I'm certain that when someone points it out to me my brain will see it too lol. Really looking forward to watching the tutorial once my keeper takes 4paws out for her first walk of the day.
    Whatever your plans for the day hope it's a great day and I'm sure my love and hugs will find their way lol xxx

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    1. Steph Cotterill13 March 2018 at 18:11

      Oh my goodness Sue. Is it just my eyes playing tricks on me I wonder ? It's like those brain tease books that you eventually see various shapes. I blink and look away,then see wastecoates,far cats or dress patterns lol blink and then see the cocktail glass shapes, what an amazing illusion lol xx

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  2. Unknown13 March 2018 at 06:21

    Such a pretty pink for the tall drink.

    If these were dog shapes instead of bar glasses, I could really go for this card.

    Best to all!
    Donita

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  3. BridgetCG13 March 2018 at 06:23

    Morning Sue, this card is super, love the fun look, great for all occasions. Steph, don't worry it too me ages to work out, it is actually rows of cocktail glasses. Will catch up with the video later. Have a good day everyone. Bx

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  4. Beverly Fuchs13 March 2018 at 06:24

    Hi Sue,

    Such a fun card and those cocktail look good enough to drink. The only thing that would make them better is my being able to share one with you. Thanks for all the tips in the video.

    Have a wonderful day.

    Beverly

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  5. June Smith13 March 2018 at 06:27

    Morning Sue and all Wilsonettes, such a lovely card today, I will be watching the video later as got an early Drs. appointment this morning.

    Stay safe, healthy and happy, hugs, June Smith xxx

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  6. Jan on the Fosse13 March 2018 at 06:34

    Hi Sue
    Great card,I too had problems at first seeing the shapes of the glasses in the background.I'm O.K. with it now.
    Jan x

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  7. kittyedavies47@gmail.com13 March 2018 at 06:38

    Morning Sue.
    Thank you a great card and video.
    Just like Steph I could see the black on white, it took a while to see the other one.
    I think this is a die set to see in real life, when we can see the stitching detail.
    Take care and have fun kitty.

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  8. Muriel13 March 2018 at 06:39

    Hello Sue and all
    Oh, I can almost taste the salt on that cocktail, reminds me of margaritas on holiday last year, fabulous Mexican restaurant at Dana Point Harbour. Off to watch the video, have friends and family that this will suit perfectly
    Hugs to all and missing friends
    Muriel x

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  9. Debra K.13 March 2018 at 06:42

    Great card! Like the vellum softening the background. Debra x

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  10. hazel young13 March 2018 at 06:47

    Lovely celebratory card Sue x xhazel

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  11. JAO13 March 2018 at 06:49

    Lovely card Sue.

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  12. hollyberry13 March 2018 at 06:49

    Clever card that is useful for so many that maybe don't like the flower cards.

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  13. cr@fty13 March 2018 at 06:53

    Good morning Sue
    Fabulous card and great video thanks for sharing!
    Hugs x
    Heather T

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  14. CraftySuetoo13 March 2018 at 06:59

    Good morning Sue. "Cheers" for another inspirational card and video. Sue xxx

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  15. Marion Scott13 March 2018 at 07:03

    Great card Sue and can be used for so many celebrations.

    I too had problems seeing glasses on the top and bottom line - middle was fine. I think it is probably due to the white coming into the foreground on our screens. I don't have this die but when it was first released, I too thought it was a row of waistcoats.

    Marion S x

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  16. carol edwards13 March 2018 at 07:13

    Hello Sue, great card can only imagine a bit of warm weather to go with it, perfect. The card does give an illusion to wine glasses or waistcoats, it depends if you adjust your eye a bit you can see both X

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  17. Clai0113 March 2018 at 07:16

    Hi Sue
    love the cocktail glasses and the things that go with them esp like the straw. x

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  18. CraftyCoffey13 March 2018 at 07:27

    Great card today.

    Michele

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  19. Sandy G13 March 2018 at 07:30

    Hi Sue
    Lovely card. Just like Steph, I could only see the negative white shapes at first! It took a few looks to see the black glasses! Thanks for sharing.
    Have a great day everyone.
    Hugs.

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  20. Izzy13 March 2018 at 07:31

    Hi Sue,

    Great card for any celebration!

    Steph - don't look at the "waistcoat" pieces, concentrate on the shapes in between...it took me ages too before my brain worked it out...lol

    Izzy

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  21. Unknown13 March 2018 at 07:34

    GM Sue. Great card.

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  22. Chris Curry13 March 2018 at 07:38

    Great card Sue. I can think of several people it would suit perfectly.😀😀😀. Thank you, have a good day. Xxx

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  23. TDQ Karen13 March 2018 at 07:39

    I love these fun cards great for some of my party mad friends

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  24. Croquet Queen x13 March 2018 at 07:46

    Hi Sue,

    Loving the cocktails or mocktails, whatever takes your fancy!!
    They just conjure up images of sandy beaches, deckchairs and that all important golden globe! Lol

    Krafty Runner x

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  25. Barbara Gosden13 March 2018 at 07:47

    Hi Sue
    a lovely card.
    B xx

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  26. Anne13 March 2018 at 08:04

    What a fun card, Sue.

    Anne (Northampton)

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  27. NannaShaz13 March 2018 at 08:11

    Morning Sue and all the Wilsonettes
    What a great card and great use with the dies.

    Sending love and healing hugs to all that need them xx

    Have a good day and stay safe all

    Love
    Hunnymummy54 from MK
    xxx

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  28. Ann Topp13 March 2018 at 08:33

    Good Morning Sue. Lovely card today Sue. And I am sure everyone like a cocktail now and then. This reminds me of summer.... when you are on holiday..... you have showered and are ready to go for your evening meal.....you have a pre meal drink..... ahhhhhh the lovely thoughts...... roll on my holiday..... you have got me in mood Sue. Steph I am sure by now you have sussed it out lol... I think we all had the same thoughts by looking at the comments.... but what a good topic to get us all together on this. Sending best wishes to everyone. Kind regards Ann Toppcards Leeds

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  29. Jackie T13 March 2018 at 08:35

    Hi Sue this is a stunning card I love it. Memories of holidays have come flooding back I do like a cocktail. I will be watching the video a bit later. Have a great day. Take care. Hugs Jackie

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  30. Jean Z13 March 2018 at 08:39

    Hi Sue, Lovely card. love Jean Z xxxx

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  31. Anonymous13 March 2018 at 08:39

    Hi Sue - such a brilliant card for certain people I know and such a clever use of the dies too - look forward to watching your video later today. Sending best wishes
    YvonneMayxx

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  32. Suemac13 March 2018 at 08:40

    Stunning card

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  33. theresa w13 March 2018 at 08:44

    Hi Sue and lovely wilsonettes x
    Fabulous card Sue x love how you have used the vellum x sorry for not commenting over the weekend but been away for a few days so off now to catch up on the cards I have missed x
    Take care everyone x
    Theresa w in Berks xxx

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  34. Anonymous13 March 2018 at 08:55

    Good Morning, Sue
    Great card for so many occasions!
    Lesley S x

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  35. June Horrocks13 March 2018 at 09:09

    A great card today sue I love a cocktail great for invitations to party’s thank you sue love always
    June Horrocks xxxxxx

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  36. Tressa13 March 2018 at 09:11

    A pretty, celebratory card for any occasion.

    Teresa

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  37. Yvonne H13 March 2018 at 09:17

    Good morning Sue,
    A great fun card .Yvonne xx

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  38. Pussycats13 March 2018 at 09:18

    Good Morning Sue and all.
    Fantastic card this morning . The cocktails glasses is one of my favourite sets and I have enjoyed playing with them. I have only just clicked that is cocktail glasses in the back ground. I have to admit never really clicked it was glasses but can see it now. Thank you for doing the video which I will be saving.
    Crafty hugs and well wishes to all...Wendy

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  39. Kiraneries13 March 2018 at 09:28

    Hi Sue, a lovely fun card. Good for many celebratory events and party invites. Thanks for your video.

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  40. Deb E Isle of Wight13 March 2018 at 09:34

    A great fun card. Wasn't sure how I'd like these dies in theory but in practice they are gorgeous and useful for some many of those 'invite' occasions...

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  41. dmj13 March 2018 at 09:38



    Love the card today, Sue, roll on my
    holidays!!



    Doreen x

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  42. lydia jordan13 March 2018 at 09:51

    Morning Sue,
    Fun card.
    Lydia
    X

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  43. Lynne L13 March 2018 at 10:03

    Good morning Sue fabulous card the cocktails look delicious! Yes at firSt I couldn't see the glasses in the background but when I concentrated on the black shapes then the glasses became clear
    Hope you all have a good day

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  44. Pauline Austen13 March 2018 at 11:19

    Hi Sue, what a brilliant card. It's definitely making us really look at your background. Reminds me of sitting with my neice looking for "Where's Wally?" in her picture book. You've really concentrated our minds today.
    I could just drink those cocktails. Hugs xx Pauline in S.A.

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  45. Karen M13 March 2018 at 11:31

    Hi Sue & everyone
    Really missing being able to see this blog,but back in sunny Devon next week & better communication!!! it's not good here in this part of WA.
    Loved your video & the card could do with something long & cool!
    Best wishes everyone
    Karen M

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  46. Fluffycat13 March 2018 at 11:42

    Hi Sue, as I have said previously I am not a cocktail drinking gal but I have to say that you have made these look inviting and quite delicious. We have sunshine today to go with the summery feel of your card but not yet the temperature to sit out and enjoy :-)

    Frances

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  47. Yorks butterfly13 March 2018 at 11:54

    Hi Sue, I'm sorry this is not my favourite card, although the video is very good.
    Wendyx

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  48. KarinsArtScrap13 March 2018 at 12:07

    very beautiful Sue great design
    Gr Karin

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  49. Rose in Chester13 March 2018 at 12:46

    Hi Sue,
    Lovely card, with a very modern, elegant look. Fabulous.
    Hugs, Rose

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  50. Maria13 March 2018 at 13:20

    Hi Sue and everyone.
    Either seeing waistcoats or in my case "pairs" even know they are green Lol
    I can now see the cocktail glasses on the shelfs. Nice card and make you
    want to be on holiday.

    Ann- glad you ok, hope not too sore after your fall x
    Marie- good idea to leave a wishlist out so you can then just
    tick off when you get them. I will try that Lol
    Pam, Rosemarie, Elaine. Lorraine and many more, missing you all.
    Hoping you are alright x
    hugs Maria x

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  51. karenlotty13 March 2018 at 13:30

    A very pretty card Perfect for lots of age groups and perhaps with a slight change is perfect for those pesky men

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  52. CraftyJo13 March 2018 at 13:45

    They're not waistcoats Steph....surely they're big fat cats?! I can now see what they are thanks to all who explained :)

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  53. Lisbeth13 March 2018 at 13:57

    Hi Sue. What a really lovely fun card. I can think if so many occasions when a card like this could be used.

    Lisbeth

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  54. Rosemary Stickland13 March 2018 at 14:13

    Really fun card!
    Rosemary xx

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  55. Pat L13 March 2018 at 14:19

    Hi Sue
    Thanks for the great video and a card suitable for any celebration

    Love and hugs to everyone
    Pat

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  56. Suzzette Yandle13 March 2018 at 14:47

    Very creative elements to this card. Thanks for the helpful video.

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  57. Evis M13 March 2018 at 14:57

    Hi Sue,
    I am afraid that when I look at the background I see dress pattern shapes and
    it takes a bit of time to see the glasses.
    The large glasses are lovely though especially the pretty pink one.
    Regards,
    Evis M.

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  58. ursula13 March 2018 at 14:58

    Wow, another great idea....I too get confused with the background....Lovely card...luv Ursula xx

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  59. Unknown13 March 2018 at 16:51

    To My Wonderful Dear Friend Sue, 🥇Award Winning Blog 2016
    Only A Short Comment Today As I’m Extremely Tired, But Enough Of That!!
    I Love These Particular Cutting Dies, I’ve Used Them A Couple Of Times Plus I’m Going To Be Using
    Again Very Soon I Love This Happy Hour Background Die Set, With It’s Beautiful Cocktail Glasses
    They Look Tremendous Cut Out Of The Black Card, Cutting It Out Of Black Foundation Card Actually
    Makes The Shapes Of The Glasses Stand Out More.....
    Famous Products Used In Today’s Card ✨
    “Creative Expression 12”/30cm Piercing Ruler”
    “Creative Expression Coconut White/Black/Ruby/Black Gloss Foundation Card”
    “Creative Expression Foundation Vellum”
    “Creative Expression Smoothies”
    “Creative Expression Mounting Foam”
    “Creative Expression Cosmic Shimmer Specialists Dries Clear Acrylic Glue”
    “Creative Expression Cosmic Shimmer Glitter Jewels Iced Snow”
    “Creative Expression Cosmic Shimmer Glitter Jewels Iced Flakes”
    “Tim Holtz Spun Sugar Distress Ink”
    “Tim Holtz Shabby Shutters Distress Ink”
    “Tim Holtz Broken China Oxide Distress Ink”
    Famous Cutting Dies Used In Today’s Card ✨🥇Award Winning Cutting Dies 2017
    “Sue Wilson’s 3D Cosmopolitan Cocktail Die Set” (From The Necessities Collection 11 Cutting Dies)
    “Sue Wilson’s Cocktail Glasses Die Set” (From The Necessities Collection 11 Cutting Dies)
    “Sue Wilson’s Happy Hour Background Die Set’ (From The Background Collection 3 Cutting Dies)
    Sue, Thank You For A Magnificent Video Tutorial Which Was Extremely Informative
    Take Great Care My Wonderful Dear Sue,
    Extremely Wonderful Warm Fond Wishes To Colin Also Heather
    Sue Lots Of Love Also Huge Hugs 🤗
    Love From Sam xxx

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  60. Unknown13 March 2018 at 16:54

    Hello Sue

    Cool card I could just do with one of those! :)

    Craft Hugs
    Heather xx

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  61. CCM13 March 2018 at 17:55

    Hi Sue,

    Fun card today. Love the Happy Hour Background die. I don't have it yet but it is on the wish list. It can be used for all celebrations, vacations cards ... I feel that I must buy it now.

    Hugs from Toronto to you all and special hugs to all missing friends.
    Still a newbie to Craft / not longer the newest, or the only across the pond Wilsonette
    Carmen-Dorothy

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  62. Anonymous13 March 2018 at 18:42

    Hi Sue, lovely fun card today.

    Barbara V

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  63. Narrowboat girl13 March 2018 at 18:53

    Just home from work so will watch the video later once we have eaten. I could just do with a cocktail after a hard day in the office but will settle for this card instead, cheers Sue

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  64. Berina RGA13 March 2018 at 19:03

    Such a cool card! I love it!

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  65. Crewe Trish13 March 2018 at 19:12

    Hello Sue
    I love the cocktail glasses they make such different cards but I can't get my head around the background this is the first die I haven't liked sorry.
    Donita I love your idea for dogs I have 2 granddogs who I always make birthday cards for.

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  66. Barbara13 March 2018 at 19:47

    Beautiful card Sue!
    Like a lot of others I struggled with the background and wasn't that keen on it. It is now growing on me and I love the vellum.

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  67. Dorothy of Baldock, GB13 March 2018 at 21:55

    Good evening Sue

    Nice card for my female friends who love cocktails.

    I do love cards with vellum.

    Thanks for the video too (you know I love to watch them).

    Love n hugs to everyone

    Dorothy of Baldock


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  68. Ann13 March 2018 at 22:20



    Hi Sue

    Really fun card it's lovely

    Hugs

    Annx without an "e"

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  69. Eunice13 March 2018 at 22:27

    Fun card Sue!!

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  70. Brenda 13 March 2018 at 22:35

    Hi Sue, This fun card would make a great party invitation.
    Hugs Brenda xxx

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  71. Yorkie girl 13 March 2018 at 22:58

    Good evening Sue and everyone
    Lovely card today I could think of a few of my relatives this would be perfect for
    Thanks for sharing your inspiration with us all
    Theresa G

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  72. Catherine Lyons13 March 2018 at 23:13

    Hi Sue
    What a great fun card I could find meny uses for it .
    Catherine V94 xx

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  73. sued9914 March 2018 at 01:56

    What a great card. I could think of a few people who’d love to receive this. X

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  74. Latenight SandyH14 March 2018 at 04:13

    Fun card. Off to watch the video.
    Take care everyone.

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  75. Nananne14 March 2018 at 08:26

    Great fun card ! I love it.
    Anne xo

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  76. Marie P from Longridge14 March 2018 at 12:56

    Beautiful card Sue and a super video. I am not usually a cocktail person But the card sent messages to my brain reminding me of my last years birthday (86th) when I was on holiday with my Daughter and she introduced me to cocktails mmmm.
    Did you realise that you had invented a new 'Brain Game?'
    I do love reading all the comments when I can get my eye to focus.
    Love.
    Marie P.

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  77. Laura O14 March 2018 at 21:04

    Fantastic card. Love the glasses. Laura O Springfield

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