Saturday, 23 April 2011

Less is More " Off Centre "

This is my second attempt at a Less is More challenge. Last weeks being acetate and a toughie I thought that this weeks challenge being  "off centre" would be a doddle ! No doddle here though ! As a newie to these challenges but a follower from afar I have come to realise that it is a lot more difficult than it looks. I admire all of you wonderfully talented ladies who week after week pick up the gauntlet and create such amazing pieces of art , because for me that's what they are.

I would also like to thank everyone who took time to comment on my first entry last week for LIM challenge acetate I was overwhelmed by your lovely warm welcome and your comments all of which where truly appreciated.

Even though my card may seem simple it has taken me hours to try to get the right layout and the correct proportion of the images,  not to mention the sihouttes the tricky little devils ! Then again you all know that because your here once again with your amazing Less is More masterpieces.

I do hope I am off centre enough and if I'm not please let me know.

Wishing you all a wonderful Easter

Marie
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97 comments:

  1. Zoechaos23 April 2011 at 17:57

    The LIM look defects me time and again love these both are elegant making statements. Fabulous work. XOXO Zoe

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  2. Αlex...23 April 2011 at 18:03

    I love those cards!I like it simple!
    You did a wonderful job!:)
    Happy Easter to you and your family!
    Hugs, Alexandra.xxx

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  3. Irini23 April 2011 at 18:47

    Stylish and understated love the cards!
    Happy Easter!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  4. Valerie-Jael23 April 2011 at 19:01

    Both cards are great, very elegant! I am still busy thinking after having filled the bin with mistakes! Have a lovely Easter, Marie, hugs and sparkles to you and your family! Valerie x

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  5. Lynn Stevens23 April 2011 at 19:10

    I to find it rather difficult to do less is more, you did a fine job, kudos to you!!!

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  6. kissinia23 April 2011 at 19:11

    Marie! These are fantastic! Both cards, I have to say :) Happy Easter to you!

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  7. Aileen23 April 2011 at 19:19

    I think you've got these spot on. Both are fab, worth the time taken. x

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  8. Anonymous23 April 2011 at 19:31

    Both these cards are fabulous, well worth the time you spend working out the layout as the balance is excellent.
    Heather T

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  9. Lynne23 April 2011 at 19:35

    They are both fabulous. Very CAS.
    Lynne xxx

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  10. Gibmiss23 April 2011 at 19:52

    Hi
    It effects me the same way you spend hours on a simple card ...love the 1st one ....very nice
    hugs
    sylvie
    xx
    Happy Easter
    thanks for comments on my cards

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  11. Diane23 April 2011 at 19:54

    Love both of these! Well done xx

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  12. Netty23 April 2011 at 20:35

    Both cards are terrific Marie. Hope you are now having some sunshine for Easter, enjoy the break. Annette x

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  13. Lorraine A23 April 2011 at 20:42

    Fabuous cards :-) the silhouettes are lovely and the sentiments are perfect :-)

    luv
    Lols x x x

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  14. Carole of Brum23 April 2011 at 20:52

    Hi Marie, I'm an admirer-from-afar of these Less Is More cards as I havent had a go myself yet, but I always think they look deceptively simply, so I'm not surprised to read that it took you hours of planning first. Such a challenge to get the placements and proportions just right, but you managed it....I love the first card in particular. Really great! coB

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  15. Carol23 April 2011 at 20:54

    Two lovely cards and I know what you mean about the hours of planning! Carol x

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  16. Wishcraft23 April 2011 at 21:41

    Both fabulous cards, so stylish :o) I know what you mean - I always spend ages thinking, planning, shuffling through my stamps... takes longer to decide what to make than it does to actually make it! Lisa x

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  17. Anonymous23 April 2011 at 22:04

    Two perfect cards Marie! xx

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  18. Anonymous23 April 2011 at 22:05

    cute cards - think youve nailed the challenge with flying colours. And 'thank you' for your visit/comments on my blog, always appreciated!

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  19. Loli 23 April 2011 at 22:06

    Hello Dolly.thank you for to visit my blog i'm happy to see you.
    Fabulous cards Dolly, i love both, hard work but fantastic result!!!!
    The simplicity never is simply, only it look easy.
    a hug from Palma de Mallorca

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  20. Faith A at Daffodil Cards23 April 2011 at 22:17

    Oh! my gosh both are wonderful cards, love them

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  21. craftytrog23 April 2011 at 22:30

    Very stylish! You've definitely mastered this type of card Marie!
    Happy Easter to you!
    Alison x

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  22. Ulina / Apricot Bubbles23 April 2011 at 23:15

    Hey Marie, thanks a lot for all your sweet comments!!!
    Just sat down in front of my computer, saw your comments and clicked on your blog - what a great entry for the Less is more-challenge - perfectly CAS!!! I love silhouettes - so in my opinion - you did a GREAT job!!!
    Lots of greetings from Austria,
    Ulina

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  23. Princess4Wiz23 April 2011 at 23:16

    Beautiful cards! I love them both equally. Beth. xxx

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  24. Unknown23 April 2011 at 23:21

    Hi Marie, they are both such elegant cards! As far as I am concerned you've got it right. I thought at first this challenge was easy, I'm beginning to wonder now! Sarah

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  25. Lynne Moncrieff23 April 2011 at 23:25

    Hi Marie
    Less is more takes skill and talent which you obviously have in abundance.
    Fabulous cards.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  26. G Peplow23 April 2011 at 23:43

    Hi Marie, you've rocked this challenge, both great cards fit perfectly:0) Thank you for you kind comments

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  27. Silvia(Barnie)23 April 2011 at 23:48

    Wow, two fantastic pieces, both look wonderful. Less is more is really difficult but you made two masterpieces.

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  28. kelly23 April 2011 at 23:52

    wow, wow, wow!! I love them, especially the kissing couple, what fab cards!!
    thanks for commenting on my card.
    kelly xx

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  29. Chrissie23 April 2011 at 23:59

    These are great Marie... perfect CAS cards. Thanks so much for entering another challenge... you're definitely a LIMette now!
    Chrissie
    Lady LIM
    "Less is More"

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  30. Jenny24 April 2011 at 00:09

    Great cards Marie, I love the 'couple' silhouette and I think the composition is spot on. Gorgeous.
    Jenny x

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  31. peggy gatto24 April 2011 at 00:21

    hello dolly!!!
    Fabulous!!!

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  32. Kathyk24 April 2011 at 00:49

    Love both of these and would be hard pushed to choose my fave

    Happy Easter

    Kathyk

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  33. Faye24 April 2011 at 00:51

    Marie, I think your cards are outstanding. I love the baby elephant card. So sweet.

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  34. Ciara24 April 2011 at 01:06

    Both very lovely and striking cards, well done!

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  35. Gerri Herbst24 April 2011 at 01:53

    dearest Marie,
    Wonderful cards. The elephants are especially dear. Dont know if I could do "Less is more", you see I might go thru sparkle withdrawl. LOL. Have a beautiful Easter with family and friends, take care, gerri

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  36. Yvonne24 April 2011 at 02:37

    Two very classy cards, Marie!

    Happy Easter!

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  37. Babs24 April 2011 at 02:42

    Two fabulous cards great images love them both...

    Babs x

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  38. Anonymous24 April 2011 at 02:47

    Both are fantastic Marie. The elephants are adorable.
    Regards Florence.

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  39. Rosemary24 April 2011 at 03:38

    fantastic job with this week's challenge, dolly! both cards are wonderful!! thank you for all the lovely comments you have left me!!! :) happy easter!

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  40. Jess S24 April 2011 at 04:13

    I love the silhouettes on both these cards, they are both so good!

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  41. Fiona24 April 2011 at 04:22

    Both cards are just Fab, I think you do Less is more just perfect.
    Fiona x

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  42. AJ24 April 2011 at 07:30

    Marie, i love your LIM card combo, what a great idea… you've done a wonderful job with it…

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  43. Unknown24 April 2011 at 07:46

    Χρόνια πολλά με υγεία αγάπη κι ευτυχία για εσένα και την οικογένειά σου!

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  44. Dori24 April 2011 at 08:12

    both lovely CAS cards, just prefer the elephants. happy easter xx

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  45. Gaby Bee 24 April 2011 at 10:08

    Thanks for your kind visit, it led me to your blog! These cards are gorgeous. Well done!

    Wishing you a lovely Easter!
    Gaby

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  46. Stamps and Paper24 April 2011 at 11:34

    Two very classy cards.....



    Anne

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  47. Von24 April 2011 at 11:37

    Lovely images Marie
    Happy Easter
    Von x

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  48. Mandi24 April 2011 at 11:39

    Hi MArie
    Both cards are FAB, Id say the elephant one is perfect placement, as it is just right for off centre, rather than just at the side
    FAB!
    Thanks so much
    mandi
    Diva LIM

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  49. Carla24 April 2011 at 12:09

    both great cards!

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  50. Diane24 April 2011 at 13:27

    Both are perfect cards.....the images are great....you are becoming a master of the less is more challenge....can't wait to see what you create next week!!

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  51. Jester24 April 2011 at 16:11

    The time taken and effort were definitely worthwhile, Marie. You have created two stunning cards!

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  52. Ang C24 April 2011 at 16:50

    Stunning cards

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  53. Anonymous24 April 2011 at 17:09

    Wow what a beautiful stylish cards. Love them both very much!

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  54. Unknown24 April 2011 at 21:01

    oh wow, both cards are really amazing!!!

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  55. Susan24 April 2011 at 21:36

    I've been making cards for a couple of years now, and I still struggle each week to design something that I'm happy with! I LOVE your silhouettes...are those stamped or cut out? I can't stamp silhouettes in black without it turning out a bit speckled because the stamp won't hold a solid layer of ink....I just quit trying to do them!

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  56. Suze Bain24 April 2011 at 22:02

    These are 'simply' beautiful! The first one's great but I love the elephants. Really fab. x

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  57. Tracey24 April 2011 at 22:22

    Your silhoutte cards are wonderful. Tracey x

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  58. joanne wardle24 April 2011 at 22:59

    "simple" cards often take the longest! your cards are lovely and perfect for the challnge

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  59. massofhair25 April 2011 at 03:23

    Both fantastic cards an i love them both for different reasons. Your elephants are just so darn cute but your sentiment and you fab couple really made me smile.
    Hope you enjoyed your Easter and didn't work too hard:-)

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  60. Meggymay25 April 2011 at 12:15

    Both your cards are stunning, love the black on white images.

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  61. A Consuming Passion25 April 2011 at 13:01

    Great job on this challenge......Love both cards.

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  62. kliaksa25 April 2011 at 16:50

    Marie, beautiful cards in their simplicity!

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  63. Tammi25 April 2011 at 19:22

    Wish I could do "less is more" ha, that never seems to work for me! :) Yours turned out lovely!

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  64. Sue25 April 2011 at 19:41

    Both beautiful Marie, I can appreciate that they must have taken ages to plan and to get just right (but you certainly have). Your elephant card is stunning x

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  65. Yvonne25 April 2011 at 21:01

    Love the elephany card and thanks so much for your comment on my card.

    I noticed this one on the challenge list and it really stands out!
    Yvonne

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  66. Seafield Jo25 April 2011 at 22:27

    You have made 2 very stylish cards, I love them both. Jo x

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  67. Hunters Moon25 April 2011 at 23:41

    Both the cards are really stylish and look fab :0)

    Sam

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  68. Lynn25 April 2011 at 23:50

    Thanks for visiting my blog. These cards are simple but very attention-grabbing. Well done! Lynn x

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  69. Kathleen26 April 2011 at 00:35

    Brilliant, glad to see that you have joined us again, I love your first card and couldn't be more off centre, your second card is great too but I go for the first one.

    Kath x

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  70. Joan26 April 2011 at 01:19

    These are fabulous, I just love the whatever the weather one !

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  71. Sally26 April 2011 at 01:56

    Hi Marie, thanx for visiting my blog & leaving the lovely comment on my LIM card. I love bothe of your cards but the 1st one is my favourite.
    Sally x

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  72. ThinkInk Creative26 April 2011 at 02:04

    Oh my! but aren't you just one talented crafter! I love these and your acetate ones as well. Welcome to LIM challenges - my favourite.

    thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a crumb trail. I'm glad I came.

    cheers,
    Malyn at ThinkInkCreative

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  73. kay26 April 2011 at 10:11

    these are fab and just right for the challenge,x

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  74. Jose26 April 2011 at 10:38

    love them both
    Jose

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  75. Linby26 April 2011 at 10:44

    Two great cards-both just perfect for the challenge.
    Linbyx

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  76. Chris26 April 2011 at 14:08

    Hi Marie I just love your cards they are fabulous, especially the elephants as they are my favourite animal.

    Chris xx

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  77. Linda26 April 2011 at 14:37

    These are fab! I really love the elephant image - it's soo cute and I love the sentiment.

    And you're right! This is the most interactive blog out there!! I love it!

    See you next week
    Linda

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  78. Anna-Karin26 April 2011 at 19:17

    Beautiful cards! I love them both!

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  79. Vicky Hayes26 April 2011 at 20:06

    Both absolutely stunning! Vx

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  80. ~ Ali Robertson ~26 April 2011 at 20:11

    Fabby card! the Dalek egg was the before picture LOL it was rather bashed by the time it stopped LOL

    Ali x

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  81. Ruth26 April 2011 at 21:51

    These are both wonderful..very LIM indeed! Ruth :)

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  82. Darla26 April 2011 at 22:08

    I really like these. I hadn't heard of the LIM challenge. I'm going to check it out. I often like fairly "less" in my drawings.

    Darla

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  83. Sally H26 April 2011 at 22:32

    Both of these are stunning! I particularly like the elephants - wonderful!

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  84. Ruth M27 April 2011 at 12:10

    Really fab cards, very striking and perfectly Clean and Simple! CAS/LIM cards seem deceptively easy but you're right, there's lots to consider. You did a fab job - I love the rounded corner detail!

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  85. Sarn27 April 2011 at 19:51

    WOW - very striking indeed. I particularly like the first one.

    Hugs, Sandra

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  86. Michelle Short27 April 2011 at 22:18

    Beautiful cards, I love the stamps and the black and white is beautiful xx

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  87. kingstonmama27 April 2011 at 22:29

    I love the clean and crisp look of black and white. The image of the couple is wonderful, and those elephants are great, too. Striking cards.

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  88. Anonymous27 April 2011 at 23:04

    Beautiful cards, love black & white so stylish!
    Helen x

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  89. Maureen27 April 2011 at 23:36

    Two really great cards!!!

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  90. Debbie27 April 2011 at 23:58

    Fabulous cards!

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  91. Mishelflos Paper Creations28 April 2011 at 00:03

    Oh I do love the elephants:) What is it about elephants, I dont know a single person who doesnt like them!
    love
    michelle x

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  92. The Crafty Elf28 April 2011 at 20:57

    Wow...these are fantastic. It blows my mind how one recipe (off centre) can create so many wonderful ideas.

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  93. Sue28 April 2011 at 21:58

    Two fab cards Marie. The silhouettes are really effective. Sue.x

    p.s. I feel the same about my Silhouette machine - couldn't live without it.lol

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  94. Heather28 April 2011 at 22:05

    Oh Marie - I love both of these - they are both perfectly awesome!!! I wholeheartedly agree the Clean and Simple is not easy - for me CAS stands for Complicated and Stressful!!
    hugs
    Heather xx

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  95. Mrs.B28 April 2011 at 23:28

    Two fabulous cards, I love them both, and the sentiments ...perfect!
    Avril x

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  96. cardsandacuppa29 April 2011 at 00:52

    These are both lovely cards, very elegant in black and white, if I had to choose I think I like the Elephant one the most :-)
    Hugs xx

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  97. fatmonica29 April 2011 at 03:12

    I love these cards.I don't have a favourite-my eyes are drawn to both of them equally!

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