Cards for Heroes Blog Hop (and Giveaway!)

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I can't begin to tell you how excited I am about this blog hop. I have loved the Cards for Heroes organization since the moment I created my first card for them.  They have it so well "put together" – making it so rewardingfor everyone.  I did a drive for them with Hero Arts back in the fall and we got a TON of cards.  (And, hint hint – be sure to visit the Hero Arts blog on Monday for another chance to play…)

I did two cards for today… the second one uses the scraps from the first.  These aren't my typical style, but fun to do. I used my distress tool a lot on it – adds simple texture and warmth without bulk.

052209 Heroes

052209 Heroes 2 Supplies: Hero Arts stamps (stars, greeting and background), Hero Arts long notecard and embossing powder, Distress Inks, Ranger Foam Ink Applicator, Tonic Distressing Tool from Tim Holtz, Autumn Leaves paper (blue), Bo Bunny paper (red and tan), sewing machine, string

And here is the second, using the scraps…

052209 Heroes SpareSupplies: Hero Arts stamps (stars, greeting and background), Hero Arts notecard and embossing powder, Distress Inks, Ranger Foam Ink Applicator, Tonic Distressing Tool from Tim Holtz, Autumn Leaves paper (blue), Bo Bunny paper (red and tan), sewing machine, brads, Quickutz embossing folder, corner rounder

I also thought I would share a card I got recently from one of the heroes who I sent 300 cards to (left over from the card drive in the fall).  She is an MD who is currently serving.  Talk about amazing…

Hero

And a BIG thank you to Sandy, Fabre and the many others who devote so much time to bring smiles to so many faces.  God bless ya to pieces. πŸ™‚

I thought I would have a giveaway today in honor of CFH.  Just leave a comment here by Monday at 11:59pmEDT telling me something that made YOU smile today (besides being part of this great hop!) and I will pick a winner of this bundle of great goodies, chosen by Colin…

Prize

And, again, be sure to stop by the Hero Arts blog on Monday for a really cool gift, another chance to play and more prizes… all in honor of Cards for Heroes.

Now it is time to hop to the next blog!  Click HERE to go to Lisa Renea's blog.  She is fabulously talented… don't miss it.

Or: click HERE to start the hop from the beginning at the Cards for Heroes Homepage. 

Thanks for stopping by.  πŸ™‚


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596 thoughts on “Cards for Heroes Blog Hop (and Giveaway!)”

  1. Jennifer Mitten says:

    Jennifer, you have totally inspired me!! I am a newbie to card-making and found your how-to videos online before signing up for your blog. I saw the cardsforheros.org drive information and have made eight cards for the drive just this morning. I plan to get to the craft store today to get some more blank envelopes and blank cards so I can embellish them. You made my day!

  2. Rabecca G says:

    I got up very early this morning and went for a walk. When I got home I looked at my little house and it made me so happy and actually giggled.

  3. I the one thing that made me smile today, was knowing my 2 girls got to spend time with their Gran, as time is precious for her right now…

    Thanks for the opportunity to win…

  4. Shirley Nelson says:

    My husband always makes me smile and today was no exception!

  5. eva p says:

    I woke up and it was a really sunny day! Taht mede me smile!

  6. Robin says:

    The best thing to make me smile today is when my Step son stopped by to visit….That was just awesome…
    Your cards are fabulous!!! I absolutely love them….thanks for all of the inspiration

  7. Jeanne says:

    Hi Jennifer! The sun made me smile this morning when I opened my eyes and realized the light wasn’t on, it was the sun! We haven’t seen it in a few days, which is unusual in Denver!
    Jeanne

  8. Angie Smith says:

    Something that made me smile is when my 4 y/o with 104 fever,goopy eyes and nose,terrible cough said I love you very much mommy. He is just so sweet!! poor little guy!!

  9. Margaret C says:

    Colin has a good eye! The sun made me smile today – here in Scotland, you gotta grab it when it happens! – plus we sang one of my favourite songs in church. I LOVE singing with my church community – not because we are some somethin’ special musically, but because you can hear how much the saints I stand with love God as the worship swells. It is a glimpse of Heaven πŸ™‚

  10. Teza says:

    πŸ™‚ smiling today as I sat for a bit and watched our “flock” of hummingbirds at the feeder. These small birds are beautiful and so fun, what a lovely way to start my morning.

  11. Stacie A says:

    Its the little things that make me smile…watching my grand-daughter’s face as she screams grandma and runs my way…pure heaven.

  12. Nina says:

    love the “blog-hop” idea! I enjoyed it very much!

    what made me smile this morning was one of my patients (I’m a therapist) who met me by chance at the supermarket and was very happy to tell me that she feels great!
    what a great satisfaction it is to me…knowing I helped someone and that my job is meaningful!

  13. joann says:

    Terrific cards!
    Something that made me smile today was waking up to hearing my 6 yo DD cleaning her room to surprise me.

  14. Alyce says:

    I looked out at our yard after my husband put out the flag. I saw the flowers and plants that my daughter helped me plant a few days ago.
    Love your cards.

  15. Christina B. says:

    Waking up to birds chirping and sunshine made me smile this morning…also a message on my phone from my BF saying good morning, when he is not here.

    Thanks for sharing the Wonderful cards…they give me much inspiration!!

  16. Jennifer says:

    My 6 year old threw a tantrum…. after she had a time out in her room she came out to give me a hug and say sorry. Asked why she kicked her brother? “I didn’t want to do it mom”. That made me smile, almost like she didn’t have a choice!

  17. Dorthy Thompson says:

    Love the cards. What made me smile today was my teenage son’s glee as I brought home some popsicles for the first time this year.

  18. Marcella Raplee says:

    Very nice cards!! What made me smile today was my 5 year old Grandson Philip. He made a flag out of construction paper by tearing the red strips and then we punched some stars…he loves to craft and as I watch him cut, past – he has to have his tongue out!! He is so funny…and such a love to have in my life!

    That is what make’s me smile today…Philip

  19. Beth Denny says:

    Great cards! I’m inspired! What made my smile today…my English Mastiff puppy…he’s so cute and playful this morning.

  20. Donna E. says:

    I joined the blog hop too I saw your post and emailed right away πŸ™‚
    Love visiting and reading your blog, thanks for always being such a great inspiration! πŸ™‚

  21. StampinCathy says:

    Beautiful cards and love the colors and details you added to each one. That letter just touches your heart and that is what making cards is all about. What made me smile today is the love all the bloggers are sharing for the special blog hop. Thanks

  22. Laura says:

    Smiling big time with my 2 yr old grandsons little arm around my neck giving me a hug!

  23. Julie says:

    I think the blog hop is an amazing event. My family and I will celebrate Memorial Day by making some cards to pass along to the troops. Love this and your cards are amazing!

  24. Laurie says:

    My little ones are laughing in the next room! My 4 year old can make my 9 month old laugh like no one else can! Priceless!

  25. Faith says:

    I love your cards!!! New to your blog also. What made me smile and tear up, was the note you posted from the service woman… that’s why we do what we do… God Bless you.
    Faith

  26. Melissa Miller says:

    I was smiling this morning when my husband e-mailed me. We miss him so much but know he is doing a very important job. Thank goodness this deployment is almost over!!

  27. alisa logue says:

    Such a good, good thing you are all doing. God bless America’s heros! We remember you today and always. -Alisa

  28. Donna says:

    Seeing all these incredible cards and reading the stories about each of you participates in this wonderful cause has definitely put a smile on my face today! Thank you for all your doing!

  29. Lisa says:

    Watching my sons, ages eight and six, share a computer to play Webkinz this morning- that makes me smile! πŸ™‚

  30. Traci says:

    I am smiling because I think this is such a wonderful program. I was in the military between 92 and 96 and I can understand how such a simple thing like a card means so much to our troops.

  31. Diana says:

    Something that made me smile today is my 2 terriers standing by the front window, barking at absolutely nothing…it is really cute, because they are so serious about it πŸ™‚

  32. Heather H. says:

    Beautiful cards Jennifer! What made me smile today is that my mom is taking our son for an over night so my husband and I can have some quality time alone!

  33. Helen says:

    At church there was an adorable baby girl with large brown eyes. She brought a smile to my face.

  34. Veronica says:

    Lovely cards. It was especially nice to read the note from a hero/recipient of your cards serving our country. TFS!

  35. Jackie says:

    I believe it was the sunshine and the next door neighbor’s kids laughing and playing in the pool next door that made me smile. πŸ˜€

  36. cjs says:

    Thinking about all the men & women that are part of the US Military…they make me SMILE…giving up so much so I can enjoy my freedoms. A big ‘hats off’ to them & their families!

  37. LyndaC says:

    Your cards are wonderful. So homey and warm and inviting. My oldest son leaves for Parris Island on Aug 17th. Today, he saw me hoppin’ and said, “Mom, you make great cards that everyone loves. But don’t send them to the troops. They’re too ‘cute’.” Nice. I’m hoping the Marines can cure him of his cute-phobia. Thanks for sharing your cards and giving of yourself to our service men and women.

  38. Lysa says:

    Great cards as always! Having a nice relaxing (& lazy) long weekend makes me smile! πŸ™‚

  39. Melody Britt says:

    My brother came from Michigan to visit me in Florida. It rained almost every day that he was here. We started calling him “Rainman.” He’s been gone two days and now the sun is shining. I called to tell him that we needed him back here and he said that it is now raining in Michigan. Just a family joke but fun.

  40. Nancy says:

    What made me smile is when my daughter, who just graduated from college, called just cuz she hadn’t heard from me for a couple of days. She was just checking on me. What a sweetie!

  41. Sondra Agathakis says:

    Thanks so much for sharing!
    Love love love your talent!

  42. Lisa Cutler says:

    watching my kids interact always makes me smile. Thanks.

  43. Mandy says:

    The first thing that made me smile this morning was waking up with my little dog smushed up against me in the bed.
    Love your cards! Also love the ones Colin did on the previous blog.
    Happy Weekend!

  44. I started my day with my gal pals and got to make a fun card before I left for home.

  45. Laurie says:

    What a wonderful experience you’ve already had with CFH! I’m moving this weekend, and you can imagine the smile I had on my face when friends stopped by to help me unpack some boxes.

    Thanks for supporting our troops as you have this past year.

  46. Marie McF. says:

    Today, my miracle baby made me smile. He is precious and joyous, and a delight to just be around. Everyday is a wonderful day now that I have my little boy!

  47. Cassie says:

    The cards are so inspiring and beautiful. Just reading all of the stories about why ya’ll are doing this blog and seeing the work and love put into this alone brought a huge smile to my face today.

  48. tina says:

    Our home, when returning from the hollidays made me smile today.Tina

  49. Agata says:

    Today my 2y.o. son said some new words like “fermeture Γ©clair” (which translates as “Zipper”). And that always makes me smile! πŸ™‚

  50. Jean Fitch says:

    A lovely email in my inbox started off my day with a smile. Not to mention a blog header I found on this hop that said:

    If you want to hear God laugh…tell him your plan…..

    That and sunshine and crazy cats always guarantee a smile. – my opera singer cat loves to sing (well okay make moaning sounds)in the bathroom and listen to the echoes!

    Thanks for participating and spreading the fun and inspiration…not to mention the loot πŸ˜€ – Jean

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