Saturday, May 28, 2011

Operation write home blog hop


Missing you card celebrating Memorial day


I wanted make a card using a military photo of my grandfather. I thought using his photo would be a nice way to honor his memory.
I have posted two different looks for this card by adding or changing one thing.

Supplies used
K and Company - Americana collection- Glitter Pillow Stickers- Stars
Paper Studio - Patriotic collage 12X12
The Girls Paperie - on holiday "Vintage travel" 12X12
Red & Blue card stock 12x12
flower soft - Peel off sticker 306 - Silver
Tim Holtz - die- Paper rosette
Silver German glass glitter "90 grit"
Glitz teeny alphabet "cream'

*I started by adhering all of the patterned papers (see list above) to my card base which is 5X7

*Using flower soft peel off stickers #306 - Silver, and attaching the strips around each piece of paper "creating a border".

*The final step was to add the photograph and K and Company Americana collection "glitter pillow stickers". Easy as can be!



I removed the rosette and attached the soldered ornament to the front of the card for a different look. The ornament makes a nice little gift on the card.
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77 comments:

  1. KellyRaeMay 28, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    I LOVE how you used your soldier image on your card. While both layouts are great, I think my favorite is the first one - that rosette evokes bunting to me.

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  2. Nancy KellerMay 28, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Wow Trisha - that is a super neat photo of your grandfather. I love what you did with it. I am a new follower and I love your post card theme! Thanks for sharing, hope hat your weekend is nice!

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  3. PattyMay 28, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    I love both cards but really like the 2nd version with the soldering ornament, makes the card very special and masculine. Love your blog!

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  4. Dolores A.May 28, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    What a wonderful idea using a photo to honor your grandfather and creating a great design, especially today. Thanks for sharing.

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  5. JulesMay 28, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Trisha - this is AAAAmazing! I have many pics of my father from his WWII service days & found a beautiful way to display them & cherish forever - TFS!

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  6. Patricia HMay 28, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    What a touching way to remember your grandfather! I really like how the swirls frame the photo on the second card.

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  7. Kitty GMay 28, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    How awesome to honor your grandfather in this way. I am inclined to like the second one a little more but both are fabulous.

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  8. Jen MMay 28, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Amazing cards and love how you used the photo of your grandfather. Wow. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  9. DotMay 28, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    I love the vintage look of your cards!

    Dot
    Fiskateer #6703

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  10. ~Antoinette (inspired stamps)May 28, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Trisha,
    I love them both and I love that you used a photo of your grandfather! Beautiful! Blessings!

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  11. RedonnaMay 28, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    Two great cards, and I love the use of your grandfather's image.
    TFS,
    Redonna
    rleckie911 AT gmail.com

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  12. MistyMay 28, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Amazing cards! W0W!
    Hummer Hugs,
    Misty
    http://deliteful-gifts.blogspot.com/
    hummingbird204 at comcast dot net

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  13. TkatMay 28, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    wonderful card! very fitting! :)

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  14. KMay 28, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    oh, i like this one so much! gives me a super idea to use the vintage service photos i see at the flea market! tfs!

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  15. AnonymousMay 28, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    Trisha, this is a beautiful tribute to your grandfather. Your work is so lovely!
    Joanne Travis
    sleepyinseattle.net

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  16. AllisonGMay 28, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    I love that you used your grandfather's photo - what a neat idea! I think I like the second one best.

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  17. AJsArtsMay 28, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    Great card! I love the use of your grandfather's photo. Happy Memorial Day :)

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  18. Operation Write HomeMay 28, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    What a cool thing to use your grandpa's picture!! Great job!

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  19. Rhonda MillerMay 28, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    I think it looks great both ways. TFS.

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  20. DawnMay 28, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Oooo loooks so so neat, love them both! Love that this is your grandpa

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  21. AnonymousMay 28, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    What a speial card. Love the idea. Thanks for sharing.

    rkscholz at yahoo dot com

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  22. CherylMay 28, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Fabulous cards! I love them both equally. I always love rosettes but the wire embellishment is really cool.



    --Cheryl--

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  23. Linda AndersonMay 28, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Oh how clever to add a photo of your grandfather! Quite a memorable tribute! Two fabulous cards!!!

    Linda

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  24. Jan HunnicuttMay 28, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I like the way you used the photo of your Grandpa for your card, very nice! Happy hopping and have a great Memorial Day weekend!

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  25. CrystalMay 28, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    These cards are absolutely amazing! Using your grandfathers photo is a fantastic tribute to his memory.

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  26. DeeDeeMay 28, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    I always so love your solder works.. great card either way... and what a great memory

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  27. One Scrappy GalMay 28, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    I love the idea of using a real soldier photo. Both cards are lovely - I especially like the one with the rosette.

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  28. Meg BeanMay 28, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    Both versions of the card are great!

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  29. Tami B.May 28, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    This is one of my 2 favorite cards of the entire hop! You did a great job.

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  30. littlebitoftotoMay 28, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    Such a great card, love the pic of your grandfather. Love the rosette too..

    tlfletcher at embarqmail dot com

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  31. Nancy MMay 28, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Ah, very nice! What a special creation!! Thanks for sharing and for the sweets.
    RBBRRMQN at YAHOO dot COM (mine is easier to read in caps)

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  32. sandybear76May 28, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    What a tribute to your grandfather. I loved both versions, though the soldered piece is my favorite. Thanks for being a part of the blog hop.

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  33. Morph WaffleMay 28, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Both cards are super lovely, love the photo of your grandfather!

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  34. Susan SMay 28, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    love, love, love that you used your grandfather's picture - awesome idea

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  35. ms.schwietMay 28, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    These are sensational

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  36. Kerri#1017May 28, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    awesome,that card must have so many meanings.so beautiful & inspiring.great photo of your grandfather,he looks so proud. can imagine you must be too :) good luck to all & OMG A BIA :) wowers, can't imagine myself if i had one hehe

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  37. JuliaMay 28, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    love these, especially the first one. I never would have thought to use that background paper, but its works so well. very nicely arranged.

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  38. Paula S.May 28, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    What a marvelous way to honor your grandfather! This really is worthy of framing as a piece of art. I especially love the one with the rosette. Thanks for supporting OWH and hopping this weekend.

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  39. UnknownMay 28, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    These are both really special. Love the soldered embellishment. New follower.

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  40. Kelly MassmanMay 28, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Your card is the first in the hop to bring a tear to my eye! Gorgeous work! I wish I could become a public follower, but blogger is being naughty! Anyway, you are now in my reader!

    thanks also for a chance to win!
    kmassmanATgmailDOTcom

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  41. Sylvia NelsonMay 28, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    Beautiful card! My dad was in the navy for 20 years, a veteran of WWII and Korea! Have a great weekend. Sylvia

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  42. AnitaMay 29, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    Stunning card! anitamocha at charter dot net

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  43. Jamie M.May 29, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    I love both cards and love that you used a photo. TFS and I am a new follower. jrredrose21 at yahoo dot com http://craftygirl21.blogspot.com/

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  44. KajikitMay 29, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    I like the rosette card... it gives a clear focal point to the card. :)

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  45. Holly / InkPaperStampsMay 29, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Wow, what a lovely way to honor your grandfather! I also love the rosette on your first card. . . .

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  46. LindaMay 29, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Love your cards. I really like old pics. The rosette on the first rocks it! TFS!!!

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  47. Karen HowardMay 29, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Wonderful missing you cards! Thanks for sharing and joining in the bloghop! Hugs, Karen

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  48. Just A Pac RatMay 29, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Love the card and the phtot used. Thanks for sharing in the hop!

    circlebenterprises.com

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  49. Lillian ChildMay 29, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    What a delightful card! And I am now a follower of your blog. So very nice to meet you!

    This is one hop I look forward to EVERY year and I sincerely appreciate your participation. My husband is a decorated Vietnam veteran and it's such a pleasure to honor those men and women serving our country in whatever capacity. Our heartfelt thanks go out to them AND to their families at home. Happy Memorial Day!

    http://lillianchild.blogspot.com

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  50. ShellMay 29, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    What a wonderful way to honor your Grandfather!
    Thank you for sharing.
    She11ygirl at verizon dot net

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  51. SandiMay 29, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    I love your card and the personalization of it! Thank you for sharing the memory and honor of your granfather!

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  52. JulieMay 29, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    What a neat way to use a photograph on a card, and such a sweet thing to honor your grandfather. Thanks for sharing!

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  53. AnonymousMay 29, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    A great card and love idea of using a photo. Both are wonderful, but I like the first one the best. Thanks for a chance to win!
    cstargard at hotmail dot com

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  54. ScrapacatMay 29, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    How precious. This is a wonderful photo of your grandfather, and I like that you are sharing it with our troops. I love both takes on your card, but perhaps the second just a little more. I can imagine that charm going home and being a keepsake for a daughter. Thanks for taking part in the hop!

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  55. UnknownMay 29, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Great cards. Love the idea of using your grandpa as the image.

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  56. Tami BayerMay 29, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Fantastic way to honor your Grandfather's service.

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  57. KellyAnnMay 29, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    I think this has got to be one of the coolest cards I've seen! Great job!! =)

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  58. MarshaMay 29, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Oh my. These are incredible. Really wonderful idea and beautifully done.

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  59. SprytebyrdMay 29, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Beautiful card! What a lovely way to frame the photo and I love the second version!
    Hugs!! Dee Sprytebyrd's Sentiments

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  60. Martica DesignsMay 29, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    What a great card Trishe.....

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  61. UnknownMay 29, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    there is something about old photos of men and women in uniform that just makes me smile! Thanks for sharing your grandfather with us, that was neat and either way I like your card

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  62. helloholleyMay 29, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    WOW totally stunning.....I love the real pic you used of your grandfather....awesome way to honor him and his service!!!;)

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  63. UnknownMay 30, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    That is truly spectacular! Thank you for sharing and for the chance to win!

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  64. sharonMay 30, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    Both cards are wonderful. The photo is touching.
    sharon l
    sharon dot lemon @ sbcglobal dot net

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  65. Lee TuckerMay 30, 2011 at 1:09 AM

    This card and ornament is a stunner! Love the soldering work...beautiful! Great image to use for this card and ornament. Fabulous layout. I love that you even soldered a tree branch on another post...now that's a dedicated crafter!

    I'm not on the main hop, but you may want to stop at my blog. You can sign up at my blog to win some blog candy: http://stampingwithgrandmalee.blogspot.com/

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  66. Jennifer Van PeltMay 30, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    Love both cards and became a follower...can't wait to see what you come up with in the future! Thanks for sharing!

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  67. Seongsook DuncanMay 30, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    Both are great cards. Thanks for sharing.

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  68. SueBMay 30, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    great cards - they're frameable works of art IMHO - thanx for the inspiration!
    - SueB of Blondin Blogs
    sue dot blondin at gmail dot com

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  69. Juliana TMay 30, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    gorgeous cards! Nice touch using your grandfather's pic. I like both takes on it, but the rosette one is my favorite. I became a follower.

    jonder at frontier dot com

    http://julianaspapercrafts.blogspot.com/

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  70. AJoyMay 30, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Your card looks fabulous either way. I really liked it that you used the picture of your grandfather.

    I would have never thought to use pillowed stickers...these almost look like brads!

    April
    nginerd at gmail dot com
    http://ajoy2scrap.blogspot.com

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  71. gbinionMay 30, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    what a beautiful way to honor your grandfather! this card is just amazing!

    rainbowsnbutterflies-gb.blogspot.com

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  72. AimMay 30, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Your cards are FANTASTIC and I LOVE that you used a photo of your grandfather -- What a wonderful tribute and so heartfelt and inspiring!! :)

    I'm so happy to have found you on the hop -- I'm a new follower!! :)

    Thanks so much for sharing your cards and supporting OWH!! :)

    Amy :) at www.lovetocrop.com
    and Decorate To Celebrate! Challenge Blog ($50 GIVEAWAY going on NOW!!)
    scrapbookingwithamy (at) gmail (dot) com

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  73. Cindy OMay 30, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    Great color scheme for both cards.

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  74. BethWMay 30, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    This card so touched my heart-it is an amazing creation.Blessings to you and yours for all that you do for our servicemen.

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  75. AdeleMay 31, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    Beautiful work with a lot of detail. You are very talented.

    mirthmaker at dslextreme dot com

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  76. AprilMay 31, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Trisha, really nice layering! The first is my fave. If I were you, I'd frame it!

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  77. AnnJune 1, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    What a great way to use a family photo in something new. I'm going to remember that one. Thanks for sharing.

    annjerryk at aol dot com

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