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reusable place cards- simons donation

Hello Friends, How are you today? I am super excited & honored to be participating in
“The Simon Says Stamp Gratitude Blog Hop AND Charity Donation”.
To start at the beginning of the hop go to Simon’s blog here. If you are arriving from the lovely & creative Sarah Moerman’s blog you are in the right place. 
During this season of giving thanks I can’t think of a better way to share a few of the things that I am grateful for besides health, family, friends and all that. Well frankly I am grateful for all of you that frequent my blog. I am also thankful for the internet which connects us all in this wonderful way around the world. Such a great way to share, blog, be inspired, pin, shop etc. I look forward to hearing what you are grateful for 🙂
Last year I made these place cards for Thanksgiving and this year I wanted to make some REUSABLE place cards.
Reusable place cards appealed to me so I set out to design some. With an acetate strip you can remove the names and use year after year. Switch up the colors and make some for Christmas or the New Year.  
Just hand write in each name after the “thankful for you” as you see in the place card laying down. 
Die cut some card stock with this exclusive die from Simon Says Stamp.
Trace around the cut edges with a pencil leaving a margin.
Stamp and emboss this sticky back canvas with clear or white embossing powder using the Hero Arts stamp called “Lotus Background”. 
Use Tea Dye stain on your embossed canvas. Watch it come to life. 
Add some Walnut Distress ink directly on top…. pad to paper/ canvas.
 Spray with Perfect Pearls. Love the shine and set aside to dry. 
Trace with a pencil the outside of this die from Spellbinders from some white card stock. This will give you the a nice white edge. Adhere the canvas onto the traced card stock. 
Stamp your sentiment on a white strip of paper. Cut some acetate the same size to layer on top of the white strip. Add a tiny dot of Glossy Accents to adhere the acetate. Place a gem on top so you won’t see it. Using acetate allows you to re- use your place cards each year. Use  a Copic marker to write the names in and after Thanksgiving remove the names with this. 

Simons Says Stamp will be giving away a $50.00 donation (to the charity of a commenter’s choice) from EACH BLOG IN THE HOP! Just leave a comment with what you are most grateful for & you will be entered in the drawing. After the winner is randomly selected Simon Says Stamp will be in touch with you to find out the charity you have chosen. Winners will be drawn on Wed, 11/28. 

This Friday Simon Says Stamp will offer a BLACK FRIDAY discount code to its customers for 35% off selected items in the store. BUT WAIT! YOU GET THE CODE EARLY!!! FOR STOPPING BY MY BLOG! Click here to see the items that are included in the sale.
Enter SIMONBF35 in the promotion code box. (be sure to use all CAPS) & you will get 35% off those items. WOW WHAT A DEAL! Wishing you a warm and wonderful Thanksgiving and some Happy Shopping. I am grateful for Simon Says Stamp in more ways than one!

Time to hop over to Lisa’s Spangler’s blog. Lisa is a doll and creates with such joy that’s reflected in her cards. Thanks again to you all! Hugs, Kathy

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  3. KellyC says

    Absolutely love this….I thought that was patterned paper when I first looked at the picture!!!!

    I’m thankful for my family

  7. RedGem says

    Wow… what a wonderful idea and how you colored the background I just love them! Have a Happy Tksgiving! Also thks for the opportunity to win some $s for my favorite charity… St Jude!

  9. The Steigmeiers says

    Thanks for the inspiration. I am thankful for my family. For the ups and the downs and the in betweens, for the blessings that they bring into my life and for the love that I feel for and from them.

  13. Larissa Heskett says

    AWESOME!! Can’t wait to go shopping!! =) Well I am THANKSFUL most for my health and second for my BEAUTIFUL FAMILY and FRIENDS!! I am SO BLESSED to be aliive everyday and I am looking forward to a LONG Life!! THANKS for sharing your AMAZING place cards!! Have a FABULOUS THANKSGIVING!! =)
    If I win I’d like to donate to the Crohn’s Disease Organization!! THANKS for the chance to help!!

  15. Holly says

    I am thankful for so many things in life! First of all, for my Lord who gets us through this earth each day and in the end will take us to Heaven if we are found faithful! Also, for my husband of 11 years and counting and my two wonderful children! Very cute idea!

  17. Pat says

    Wow! Those are stunning placecards! Makes me feel guilty that I chose to skip those this year! 😉

    I’m grateful for family…a loving husband and 2 boys that fill me with joy and laughter–and a house full of legos! 🙂

  18. Lorraine A says

    Oh WOW !! these are fabulous !! I will have to have a go at making something like these for our Christmas lunch 🙂
    Thanks for the inspiration !

    I am thankful for my family and friends, and to the internet for giving us all this opportunity to ‘meet’ people from around the world and have a lovely get together like this 🙂

    luv
    Lols x x x

  22. Kelly says

    so so cute! I am grateful for a great family and supportive friends as well as those in the crafting world who inspire me daily!

  24. BarbG says

    I just LOVE your place cards…so unique! Thanks so much for your inspiration and for a chance to be entered in the charity donation and giveaway!

    Aside from my family, I am grateful for all the wonderful friendships that I’ve been blessed with!
    Happy Thanksgiving!

  25. Maryann says

    Awesome idea Kathy, and it looks so beautiful too.
    I´m most grateful for my family and all my wonderful friends all over the world.

  27. paula says

    Kathy these are just way to pretty! I love how you made these gorgeous little place settings. What a great idea to make them reusable.

  28. KimC says

    I am most thankful for the legacy of love and family that my parents left to me. Although both are gone, their spirit lives on in our celebrations of life.
    Thanks for the opportunity to share and give back. Happy Thanksgiving.

  31. cm says

    Wonderful placecards – and the fact they’re reusable is added bonus! My family and my amazing husband – those are the Top 2 on my Gratitude list. Thank you for sharing and inspiring.

  32. conil says

    How adorable are these place cards. Awesome project to make your dinner guests feel special and cared for. I’m so thankful I can visit blogs hosted by such talented people.

  34. judy says

    I love the snowflake bracket die cut on these pretty place cards! Clever idea to make them reusable too. I am most grateful for my family and friends!

  38. Pam says

    Gorgeous place cards! I am so grateful for my family. I am the oldest of nine, so my family is quite large. We lost our mom in June, so I’m so thankful we will be together to get through the holidays.

  40. Wendance Designs says

    Love the idea of the place-cards!!! Beautiful cards!!! I am grateful for all the support from family, friends and especially new friends that have helped me through this difficult year.

  41. beaverphyllis says

    Love your idea of re-usable place cards! I, like you, am very grateful for the Internet which allows for communication all over the world. Am also most grateful for my family and close friends. Happy Thanksgiving!

  42. Renee says

    Absolutely gorgeous Kathy! Love the heat embossed canvas and tea dye stain! I am grateful for my beautiful 5 year old daughter, the roof over our heads, and my job 🙂

  44. byAnnette says

    Love how you made your own patterned paper. Will have to try these since we always make place cards for any family gathering.

    I am grateful for my salvation and my fun, healthy family.

  50. Laura Jane says

    Elegant Placecards!
    I just ordered the SNOWFLAKE BRACKET Craft DIE with the discount code at SSS.
    I MUST try your idea out when I receive it.
    I’m Thankful for My dear Husband who puts up with my paper craft addiction:D

  51. Deneen says

    I am most thankful this year that we became foster parents to our cousins 13 year old daughter and that our home will be her forever home!

  62. Michelle says

    It’s like Christmas every day when I come to your blog. Always something new and exciting and today is no exception! WOW Kathy!!! These are just amazing!

    I am so grateful for my stampy world friends this year. 🙂

  64. Chrissie says

    Thanks so much for participating in the blog hop. I have so much I am grateful for, but most importantly, my friends, my family, my job and my home. Blessings to all.

  66. Doris says

    Happy Thanksgiving! I’m truly grateful for ALL the Lord’s tender mercies toward our family this year, especially during H. Sandy.

  67. lynda says

    I am grateful for so many things that I used to take for granted when I was younger. At the top of my list though, are my 2 children.

  68. pcm says

    these are absolutely fantastic!!!! I am so grateful that my son gets to spend another thanksgiving with his great grandparents!

  69. jeanette koh says

    You just gave me a nice idea on how to use background stamps on other objects! Thanks Kathy! 🙂
    And, most importantly for this meaningful blog hop by SSS, I am grateful for having a wonderful family, with nice people that have crossed my path of life. This blog hop makes me reflect back and I feel that I should learn to cherish and appreciate all the things in life more. 🙂

  70. simplybren says

    These are stunning! I love the thought of an acetate strip to reuse them. Brillant! I am so thankful to be able to afford to have such an awesome hobby!

  72. Ruth G says

    I love the place cards! It’s wonderful that they are reusable!
    I am most grateful for the love and good health of my family and friends. Thanks so much for the chance to do some good for a charity!

  73. Char says

    Kathy, I’m just grateful to be able to have art in my life and have a peaceful life that allows me time to create and blog hop for inspiration!

  76. Ellen says

    I am grateful for my family and our good health.

    Your place cards are lovely and I appreciate the many techniques you shared.

  77. Kelley says

    Your place cards are perfect!

    I’m thankful for Bible studies. Being able to join with others and learn more about God is a wonderful gift.

  83. Kathy W says

    What a great idea! I’m most thankful for my parents still going strong and on their own as they approach 90. Thanks for the chance to direct the Simon donation.

  84. Izababy and KJ's Mom says

    I am most thankful for the patience & resolve my husband has shown this last year. Earlier in the year he experienced a work related injury, injuring his back. Surgery was unsuccessful and he has suffered daily ever since. Still, he doesn’t let it get to him. He takes it all in stride, hoping & praying for pain free days. Not sure I could be as strong as him with all that he’s been through. I’m thankful for my strong man.

  85. ancha says

    A few weeks ago there were big floods in our country and many people lost everything they had, so in that moments you learn to cherish every little thing you have, because you know there are so many in need out there. So I’m thankful for everyone that helped those who were affected by the disasters, it gave me hope that we can still find unity in these hard times.

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