Monday, February 21, 2011

Mini Mag Blog Hop - Spring is in the air...



Hello friends, and welcome to the February Magnolia-licious Blog Hop! This month we're challenging you to use those Mini's and create something with a Spring Theme. All of these Mini's and many more are available from Diana at her Magnolia-licious store.

We could all use a dose of "Global Warming" after this bitter winter many of us have experienced! So come and hop along with us. If you have arrived here from Sharon's blog your headed in the right direction. From here you'll hop on over to Cheryl's blog. If you lose your way please go back to the Magnolia-licious Highlites blog to pick up the order.

Here is what I did with my Mini's...


I was visiting Becca Feeken's blog one day and she had decorated an adorable box from the Michael's $1 bin. She used her Spellbinders to decorate her cards with. They are so elegant, as is everything she does. I contacted her to see if I could 'steal' her idea and she gave me permission. Thank you so much Becca.


I covered the top and sides of my box with some Digi Paper from Bearly Mine Designs and put pink cardstock on the front. I added a bow and some half back pearls from my SU Pretties Kit. I even added a pearl to the little knob that helps hold the box closed.



The lid of the box is a pliable wood so I just propped one of the cards standing up in it so you could see how it opens...


A side view of the box closed. The little band is elastic...


Each enclosure card is 2 3/4" square and fit perfectly inside the box. I made envelopes for the cards, but had a hard time getting the dimensions exact. They are smaller than a 3X3 envelope, but still wouldn't fit inside the box. I then made a belly band for each one so that the envelope was held closed.

Here is #362 Secretive Tilda...


This little sweetie is #323 Tilda with Puppy


#309 Romantic Tilda...


#321 Dreamy Tilda...


The other DT members have made some wonderful projects. I hope you'll hop by each of their blogs so get more inspiration.

Hugs,
Barb

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  1. CarolFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    Too gorgeous Barb, what a fab idea! These minis are just so adorable, sadly not yet available to us in the UK. You've really done such an ace job, luv it. Thanks for sharing. Lotsa luv, hugs xxxx

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  2. KayBeScrapsFebruary 21, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    wow.. your Box and the cards are sooo beautiful..
    Hugs, Katrin

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  3. DebbyFebruary 21, 2011 at 4:03 AM

    Your set of little cards are so sweet, and I love the box too....yes Becca's stuff is wonderful....but you are on the same par as her. I would love th get this set as would any one...lucky recipient! LOL

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2011 at 4:05 AM

    Wow, this little box is soooo pretty. Love the shape of it. and your little cards are an awesome idea.
    tfs

    hugs
    bobbi

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  5. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    This is a fantastic idea. Your Tildas look adorable, great work.

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  6. lauraFebruary 21, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    I am definatelt checking out Michaels now, your idea is so sweet, the colours- wow

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  7. Mandy's Magnolia cardsFebruary 21, 2011 at 4:57 AM

    woooow! i love it!
    fantastic work as always
    greetings, Mandy

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  8. Elin LarssonFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    Wonderful cards and amazing box. Like that you have the same layout on your cards but with different message. Thanks for sharing

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  9. Isbel AhmadFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    The project is beautiful!!!!! Great idea for a Birthday present. Big hug from Puerto Rico, scrappyroom.blogspot.com

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  10. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    Wow, another great project! I love this box and how you made the small cards and the belly bands. Great idea!

    greetings, Claudia

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  11. BethFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    Oh Barb, what a gorgeous box and card set! You did a fantastic job on all the little mini's! Now I need to keep an eye out for those boxes at Michael's! LOL

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  12. Kelly February 21, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Barb, this is a beautiful gift idea. I love the mini cards also. Your colors are soft and pretty like spring.

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  13. Lillian AFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    These are SO adorable, Barb -- mini-cuteness!! Love your colors and definitely experience that "touch of spring" . . .

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  14. DenaFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    OMG those little mini cards are all so cute!!! Sometimes we need those small cards and these are PERFECT! Your little covered box is beautiful also!!!
    Hugs, Dena

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  15. JuliepFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    OMG Barb. What an adorable box and set of cards. I love all the different cards and envelopes and that beautiful box that they are stored in. Absolutely gorgeous. Thanks so much for sharing.

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  16. KimFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Barb what an amazing and beautiful gift set you have created! This is so adorable! Love it!!! And the box is such a gorgeous house to hold all these beautiful cards!
    Hugs~ Kim

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  17. TraceyFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    WOW! What a stunning collection of cards and the box is just gorgeous!!

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  18. CarissaFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    What a perfect little gift this would be. The cards are adorable and the papers that you used are gorgeous. Carissa :)

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  19. amylynneFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Gorgeous Project! Love those mini tildas! Sweet! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  20. Diamond-SkyFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    wow, they are beautiful x

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  21. Danielle ChampagneFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Hello Barb, OH!!!! how lovely and precious this little box is. So cute! Love all the soft colors you chose to illustrate spring.
    Minis are soooo cute.
    Hugs. DANielle.

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  22. LisaFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    so sweet, well done!!!

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  23. MyrnaFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    Barb what a cool gift idea! Love the soft Spring colors you've used. Beautiful colored Tilda's!

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  24. Heidi BrawleyFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    NOT SURE IF MY COMMENT WENT THRU. MY COMPUTER RESTARTED ITS SELF WHEN I HIT THE PUBLISH COMMENT BUTTON!!! UGH!!!
    Really do love your project. Those cards are soo adorable. what pretty digi paper too!!!
    ~Heidi Brawley

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  25. Christina C.February 21, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Sooooo stunning, Barb!!! I'm loving everything I see!!!! It's so nice to get some inspiration on using the minis!

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  26. MoniqueFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Wow Barb. That's awesome !! I love it. Your cards are gorgious and so is the box :)).

    Hugs Monique

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  27. duchessdeeFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    wow, you are inspiring. beautiful work and what a great gift this would make for my secret sis.I am following you today. Thanks
    duchessdee@msn.com

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  28. Lisa AndrewsFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Oh Barb, such a beautiful card set! Lovely digi papers and of course, your images are gorgeous! Love the pics of the kids too, they are adorable!

    hugs,
    Lisa A

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Wow!! These are really gorgeous creations!! Your coloring is just a dream!! Very sweet and fun projects!! TFS! HUGS

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  30. BrookFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Love this project! Beautiful DP you used as well! TFS!

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  31. TeriFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Okay, how cute are these???? I love the little cards!! And of course, the box is perfection itself!! Glorious!!!!!!!
    Hugs,
    Teri

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  32. DesignerDivaFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Stunning!! I need more mini's and I need to emigrate to the USA so I can shop at Michaels!!
    Love 'n' Hugs Laurie x

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  33. CamillaFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Oh my...! These are so cute Barb! And you coloured them so beautifully!
    Hugs, Camilla

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  34. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Oh these are so doggone cute!!!! Love them!

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  35. Lisa HjulbergFebruary 21, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Adorable beyond words! What a great gift idea!

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  36. SandyFebruary 21, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    good Gosh Barb! How did you get all this done with all the little kids around you! Wonderful project and I want to learn how to make a little box. The little cards with their own envelopes are very sweet and make excellent note cards - Beautiful work Barb!!!
    Hugs,
    Sandy

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  37. Mary LouFebruary 21, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Beyond Amazing Barb!!! Love this idea and so nice of Becca to allow you to share~~knew she would:)
    Lovin these mini mags!!!
    Blessings of thanks

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  38. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    This is really gorgeous Barb! Love the little chest you decorated so beautifully! Sweet cards - gorgeous coloring! ;) hugs, Angela

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  39. angelwhispersFebruary 21, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    These mini's make such a fabulous set and what a great gift!! Just beautiful and such perfect colouring! Chanelle xxxx

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  40. MaureenFebruary 21, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    How beautiful Barb! What a great project and gift... Your Minis are too cute!

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  41. CordineFebruary 21, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    It's so Cute! Love it!
    Hugs
    Cordine

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  42. CorinneFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    Barb, your project is wonderful. Very lovely gift idea. Your coloring is wonderful.
    Hugs~
    Corinne

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  43. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    All beautiful and stunning colours.
    Chris x

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  44. Janiel/ jannyFebruary 21, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Oh Barb these are stunning.. I LOVE LOVE LOVE that little box!! THe colors and papers are WONDERFUL!!!
    hope all is going well with the little ones. It is a lot for you to be taking on right now with all that you and hubby have gone through the last 6 months.. GOD BLESS YOU BOTH!!!.
    hugs, Janiel

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  45. Donna CFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    The is wonderful and I love all your little cards . The mini Maggies are perfect for the small cards ! What a fabulous gift this could be for somebody special ! TFS !

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  46. ChrisFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    What a wonderful project! I so love that box! It is amazing! Your cards are lovely - so soft and feminine!
    Your work is always such a feast for the eyes!

    XO,
    Chris Christensen

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  47. charleneFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Barb you have made the cutest little note card box ! Just love all of them...enjoy the babies
    Hugs♥

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  48. CamiFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Beautiful "treasure" box full of precious mini Maggies on note cards! I love how you decorated this box!
    Hugs, Cami

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  49. Madge H.February 21, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Barb, How elegantly beautiful. As usual, you have knocked the ball right out of the ball park.
    ~ rubber hugs ~
    Madge

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  50. Diane JFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    What a darling idea. So cute.

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  51. carrieFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Wow! What a neat set of mini cards and container you have created. It certainly would make a wonderful gift.

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  52. SheriFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    You ladies are definitely inspired my to ink my minis up! Barb!!...these are so darling!!!

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  53. Lisa TFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Oh so pretty! Great coloring!

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  54. fionalawlorFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Gorgeous little creations :o) they are all so pretty!
    fiona x

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  55. Patti JoFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    What a darling box with equally darling cards Barb! Each one cuter than the last!!! The papers are so pretty and love your coloring of all the minis. Totally awesome project!!!

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  56. cabio's craft cornerFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    What an elegant card set Barb!!! Very sweet "treasure box" and they all are looked stunning :o)
    Hugs,
    Cabio

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  57. CandyFebruary 22, 2011 at 2:07 AM

    Hi Barb,
    Your box and card are absolutely delightful!!
    Your box looks so different from Becca's.
    I love how soft and feminine it is.
    Your cards are just awesome!!!!
    Hugs, Candy

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  58. Nicola JFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Those cards are incredible and then I saw the box you made to put them in and I was blown away! You are so clever.
    Love Nicola xxx

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  59. RosellaFebruary 22, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Absolutely beautiful! Love your complete creation.

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  60. KarenFebruary 22, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Ilove this set, your colors are so beautiful together

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  61. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    WoW...absolutely gorgeous, thank you so much for sharing your idea. jman4@comcast.net

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  62. Sharon CaudleFebruary 22, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Oh Barb, these cards and box are just stunning! I love the box!!!! And each and every one of the cards are gorgeous! Love the style and your coloring is amazing! Fabulous work my friend!!
    hugs, Sharon

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  63. RenkataFebruary 22, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    What a great idea.
    Such an amazing box fill with sweet and cute cards.
    Love it!

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  64. Jayne HaywardFebruary 22, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    The box is adorable and love the mini Maggies you have used on the cards and complete with the different sentiments.

    Jayne xx

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  65. 1000etincellesFebruary 23, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    Wow lovely cards, and what a LOVELY BOX !!!! so cuuute ! love it !

    xoxo

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  66. LindaFebruary 23, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Hi Barb your box and cards are so beautiful. They are coloured in perfectly love Linda

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  67. Heidi GonzalesFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Too cute! Not only lovin the little box, but the little cards are just tooooooo cute! :)

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  68. MaryFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    These are gorgeous!!!

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  69. Bettina L.February 25, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    This was adorable and just gorgeous:)

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  70. NelaFebruary 25, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Wonderful project!
    Thanks so much for sharing it!
    Nela

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  71. Only By His GraceFebruary 25, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Stunning display Barb. Your work is faultless. Love the DP's you have chosen. Your coloring is wonderful.
    Hugs Maz

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  72. PatFebruary 26, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    Hi Barb...what a clever idea. I'm goingot Michael's tomorrow and will check these out!! Love the way your mini cards fit so perfectly!! Love love love this idea! Hugs. Pat Frank

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  73. LorraineFebruary 26, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    SO BEAUTIFUL TFS XX

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  74. HelenaFebruary 26, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Oh Barb, these are just adorable, I love them!

    xxxx

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  75. JLJ DesignsFebruary 26, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    Beautiful card set!

    Jennifer

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Hugs....Barb

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