Saturday, December 31, 2011

Favorite Operation Write Home Cards for 2011

I love the contrast of the red doily and the new Hero Arts clock stamp.


I think I must like hearts for my OWH cards - I love this vintage image - and I made a card that was somewhat similar that was published this last year in Paper Crafts Stamping Issue


Of cours this card made the cut (more hearts) but it won on Scrapbooks Etc and OWH got a $500 donation for it.


I just love this birdie and all the bright happy colors.


I love the simplicity of this card - this is my type of CAS style.


This card was in the October Issue of Crafts 'n Things when I nominated Opeation Write Home for crafting for a cause.


I just love the colors on this and the image is a sticker - how easy.


My first love (no not Santa) - using just paper on a card - no stamping.


I lovethe simplicity of this card - CAS style getting better and chevrons are the "in thing" this year paper crafting - plus that new clock stamp from Hero Arts


I have to share a favorite masculine card - love the embossing in the background and the simple stamped image of the golfer.


There are my favorite cards for the year.  What do you think?

50 comments:

StampTramps said...

It's obvious why your cards get published, they are all awesome.

Misty said...

They are ALL so lovely, I would be hard pressed to pick a favorite!
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Cindy's Card Co said...

Great choices Barb. You must have been into the vintage look this year.

Kathryn said...

You've been inspiring me all year, Barb! I love the patriotic card and even have that border, so I should CASE it! Happy New Year. :)

Ann said...

Barb, you are such an inspiration. Your cards are always so awesome! Thank you for shaqring your talent with us.

Linda said...

Great cards! I was chuckling that the first three had hearts. The red white and blue miss you card totally rocks! Happy New Year!

Cora said...

I like all of your choices. I think my favorite is the $500 card!

Missy said...

Barb
Thank you for all you did for OWH in 2011. I love the style of all these cards. I just may need to case them all!

Unknown said...

Fantastic cards! I love the snowman with the bright colors. The my type card is great because everything on it supports the sentiment (it looks great too). Your star card is fantastic too for how the embossed stars are shaded.

Elsie said...

I love these cards and notice that nearly all of them feature a circle or rounded element to catch the eye. These are inspiing me to branch out in how I choose and arrange the elements on my cards. Thank you!

Desert Rose Stamper said...

Really hard to pick a favorite. Your cards are so inspiring -- I will be back to view your blog to get some wonderful ideas. Thanks!

Erica said...

I love the snowman. His scarf is so bright compared to the white snow. Beautiful cards.

Jan Hunnicutt said...

Wow, fabulous lineup Barb! I love your winning card with the heart and star and that snowman sticker, genius! And all the others in between, wonderful inspiration - thanks for sharing these with us :)

Cheryl L. said...

Love the snowman card! Such a cute color combo and image! I also love all the texture in the star card!
Way to go!

Marsha said...

What wonderful eye candy. Love your cards with the Hero Arts images, especially the clocks. (which I will CASE)!

Sherry Hickey said...

Hi Barb! This hop is such a great idea because we get to see creations we might have missed during the year! I well remember your gorgeous star card, but I also love love your vintage typewriter, Santa and golf cards! I look forward to seeing many more of your wonderful cards in 2012!

rscholz said...

Really love your cards. I always forget that stickers, like your snowman one, work well on cards.

Yvonne B. said...

Barb, what a great collection! The winning card you made with the hearts and stars is so great! How wonderful to create something that got OWH that donation! I also really like your snowman with the pretty colors and twine. Happy 2012!

Lynn said...

Barb, these are all wonderful! I really like the Santa and the golfer. The paper and the simplicity. Good job!

Jen M said...

Fab selection, barb! I adore your card with the new hero arts clock!

Adele said...

Beautiful cards, all with an original style that says they were made by you!

Conniecrafter said...

Great group of cards, I missed a few of these this year!

Sandy said...

Super cards, Barb! I see you like hearts (you make up for Dixie...LOL!)

Lee Ann Barrett said...

Wow!- these are some amazing cards. Love the winner at Scrapbooks Etc. Beautiful colors. You are very talented!TFS

Cherie said...

Wonderful cards, Barb! My favorite is the snowman. Happy New Year!

Lisa Oliver said...

Great choices Barb! what a beautiful variety, too. I am partial to the snowman but the vintage Santa is a classic! TFS and HNY!

Margaret said...

Great cards. I love the patriotic dog.

Sue D said...

Your cards are fabulous!!
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Patricia Hays said...

Great selection of cards! My favorite is the heart and star one. The sponging highlighting the embossed background is terrific.

Happy New Year, and thank you for sharing your talents with OWH!

Velda said...

I love the variety. This is a great way to stimulate the mojo.

airbornewife said...

Oh My... your cards are so great! I really love that Patriotic Heart/Stars Miss You card.. no doubt that's a winner. Your first card is a favorite too, it was one I cased on a recent OWH challenge. Thank you for sharing your talents with us. blessings ~ Pam

Happy New Year!

Paula S. said...

Beautiful choices Barb! Isn't it interesting that when you look back you can see trends in what you did? I love all the hearts. :)

glowegal said...

Gorgeous cards! You've got a new blog follower now, I can't wait to see what you create in the new year!

Sybrina K said...

Barb,

Love your cards!

Lots of great ideas! Thanks for sharing.

Sybrina K said...

Barb,

Love your cards!

Lots of great ideas! Thanks for sharing.

Laurie R said...

Barb, your cards are always fantastic! I love the snowman one!

Sheila said...

Great top ten list Barb! Happy New Year!
Sheila
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Dixie Cochran said...

Good picks!

Julie said...

Great cards, Barb! It was a pleasure working with you as part of the OWH team this year!

Cindy O said...

I really enjoyed these cards. Very interesting to see how you vary from bright, happy colors to deeper, vintage colors. My favorite is the "miss you" stars card. Thanks for sharing them all!

PatQ said...

Really nice collection of cards. I got some great ideas from you!
Happy New Year.

Carol L said...

These are fantastic! I just LOVE the card with the BOBunny DP Santa stealing the whole show! NJ on all of these!

Kathy V. said...

Wonderful cards, but the stars winner is especially fabulous. So much texture and interest. No wonder it was a winner!

Nancy Keller said...

Love all of these! I've got some of that great bakers twine on the way. Can't wait to give it a try! Thanks for the inspiration. All the best to you and yours for 2012!

Karen McAlpine said...

Great collection!! Happy New Year!

sas44 said...

Awesome cards, I especially like the one with the embossed star background and the heart. Thanks for the inspiration.

Aundria B. said...

Fantastic cards - no wonder they've been published! And what a great way to get OWH's name out there too - thank you for sharing these!

One Scrappy Gal said...

Great cards! Happy New Year!

Seongsook Duncan said...

Barb, your cards are all great for the OWH cards. I like the Miss You card with stars. It can be for any sentiments. Thanks for the inspiration.

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