Wednesday, September 4, 2013

OWH Blog Skip featuring Unity Stamps


Hey All!  Welcome to your next stop on the OWH Blog Skip featuring Unity Stamps.  You should have arrived here from the OWH Stars and Stamps blog.

Real Men Don't Wear Capes
I kept my card pretty simple.  I was inspired by this sentiment from Unity Stamps and paired it up with some patriotic paper from my stash and Soldier Ian.  Writing in AnyHero cards is the hardest part for me.  I like to tell our Heroes how much I appreciate them and their service.  When I'm really stuck on what to say, I like to ask a couple of my close friends to write for me.  Not everyone can make a card but they all can say Thank You.

Your next stop on the skip is the talented Lee Mae.

Thanks for stopping by!
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  1. KathrynSeptember 4, 2013 at 3:29 AM

    Nice pairing of this image with the sentiment. I think your coloring's great, too!

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  2. airbornewifeSeptember 4, 2013 at 3:34 AM

    Samantha.... what a fun card. Awesome coloring and the sentiment is a "must have". thanksfor sharing ~ Pam

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  3. Paula S.September 4, 2013 at 4:32 AM

    What a great sentiment and so well paired with the beautifully colored image. I like how his hair picks up the golden yellow stars in the paper too.

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  4. JulieSeptember 4, 2013 at 4:45 AM

    Awesome card, Samantha! That sentiment is perfect for that image and I love the colors. Thanks so much for being part of our skip today, and for all you do for OWH!

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  5. Kathy SSeptember 4, 2013 at 4:55 AM

    That Sentiment is great. Love the ease of the card, let's Ian and your coloring stand out. Great camouflage work.

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  6. Melissa T.September 4, 2013 at 4:57 AM

    Great colors on your card. Soldier Ian matches the papers so well. :)

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  7. Operation Write HomeSeptember 4, 2013 at 5:15 AM

    You really rocked the coloring, Samantha - this is great!

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  8. ErikaSeptember 4, 2013 at 5:23 AM

    The star background paper is so patriotic and is small enough not to overwhelm your cute image. The sentiment is a nice reminder of what our soldiers are really like.

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  9. Sue DSeptember 4, 2013 at 5:25 AM

    Great coloring and I like the star paper. Perfect sentiment too.

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  10. AnonymousSeptember 4, 2013 at 5:25 AM

    What a great sentiment It will centainly show some little sholdiers at home what real hero's are

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  11. sherry vargaSeptember 4, 2013 at 5:25 AM

    Just a wonderful card with great coloring and a wonderful sentiment. I just love the whole look of it.

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  12. KellySeptember 4, 2013 at 5:40 AM

    I love everything about this card! The sentiment, wonderful. The image, so cute. And the background paper, perfect!!!

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  13. UnknownSeptember 4, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    This card is super cute. Great coloring on a great image. I have and love this sentiment also.

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  14. UnknownSeptember 4, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    This card is super cute. Great coloring on a great image. I have and love this sentiment also.

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  15. UnknownSeptember 4, 2013 at 6:30 AM

    That sentiment says it all. The image is done so well and the background is perfect.

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  16. greggersSeptember 4, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    Soldier Ian is colored very realistic. He looks great against your background and fits the sentiment to a "T" Thanks for sharing your creativity.

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  17. JaniceSeptember 4, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    That little soldier is so cute. I like how you added the great sentiment.

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  18. postalorphanSeptember 4, 2013 at 6:47 AM

    Cute card - love how well the coloring of the image matches the background paper (including his hair!). And I'll have to keep your tip about the AnyHero cards in mind - I love making them, but have a hard time writing something in all of them.

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  19. AnonymousSeptember 4, 2013 at 6:47 AM

    This is a wonderful mix of things - I love that sentiment.

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  20. Lee MaeSeptember 4, 2013 at 6:56 AM

    Soldier Ian is just perfect for the sentiment. Love your coloring and that background paper!

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  21. Tami B.September 4, 2013 at 7:06 AM

    The sentiment on this is fantastic and so is the coloring of this cute little hero.

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  22. Diane LoughreySeptember 4, 2013 at 7:11 AM

    That little guy is so cute...now if only I could color that great.

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  23. UnknownSeptember 4, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    So very cute! Love the background paper.!

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  24. UnknownSeptember 4, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    Just love the sentiment on this card, i just found Unity recently and i will be sure to go to the website and pick up a few goodies

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  25. MarshaSeptember 4, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    Beautiful coloring. Love the BG paper. Such a great sentiment by Unity.

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  26. JoAnn RossSeptember 4, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    I really love everything about this card! The paper works perfectly with the wonderfully colored soldier, and the sentiment is a must have! Although writing's my day job, I have trouble with the inside, too. You've reminded me that I can write the same thing because recipients won't see any duplication. Thanks for the rainy morning inspiration!

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  27. Ronni UngerSeptember 4, 2013 at 8:09 AM

    I absolutely love that stamp and sentiment. Keeping it simple is exactly what it needed. I tend to go overboard on cards! I live in Arizona also - - - Every summer I say - "This is my last summer here!" But I stay - I am addicted to my grandkids :)

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  28. Jen R.September 4, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    I like the sentiment also!!! Hey! I live in AZ too!!! (midstate)..... I like the background paper also. Radloff jen at cableone dot com

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  29. KathySeptember 4, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    I love your coloring on Soldier Ian and the background paper and the way you used a black border really work with the colored image. Great job!

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  30. CathrynSeptember 4, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    Great background paper and I love your idea of having your friends write AnyHero cards when you run out of inpsiration.

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  31. UnknownSeptember 4, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    I must be in a background paper kind of mood because I am noticing them more than usual. I really like this one. The coloring on the little soldier is excellent. Thanks for sharing.
    Nikki

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  32. JanetSeptember 4, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    Love the image you chose for your card!! So cute!!

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  33. Diana N.September 4, 2013 at 9:02 AM

    You picked a terrific sentiment for your card. Great coloring on your focal image. All the colors (coloring, patterned paper, cardstock) go together well.

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  34. Cynthia RoseSeptember 4, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    The sentiment is fabulous. I never know what to write in Any Hero cards either - funny, thankful, about my life?

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  35. Miriam PrantnerSeptember 4, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    Such a cute image and I love this sentiment, wonderful card!

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  36. WhoMomSeptember 4, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    Love the sentiment on this card and want to look at the stamps to see if there is one appropriate for the Navy! It star paper used as a background really makes Ian stand out.
    Thank you for sharing and I'm looking forward to the next stop!

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  37. SarahSeptember 4, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    Wonderful choice of papers! And your coloring is amazing. Love that you have friends help with the Any Hero cards--great idea :)

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  38. Elsie BSeptember 4, 2013 at 9:48 AM

    I love how your coloring coordinates so well with the background paper and can definitely imagine one of our heroes getting this card with the supportive message inside and deciding to keep it as a reminder of the support from the home front. Fantastic card!

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  39. ColleenSeptember 4, 2013 at 10:07 AM

    This sentiment really makes me smile! Your coloring is fantastic too! Thanks for sharing.

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  40. Donna SheltonSeptember 4, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    I love your soldier, he just pops off the page. I especially love how you set him off to the side. It looks so much better than in the middle like I probably would have done. Thanks for the idea, I'll try that next time.

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  41. Andrea TSeptember 4, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    This is such a cute card and I love the saying. My hero did wear dog tags and so did his father and grandfather.

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  42. pcrusbergSeptember 4, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    Your coloring is so fantastic. I really like the sentiment too.

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  43. Dixie CochranSeptember 4, 2013 at 11:58 AM

    Soldier Ian looks great on that patterned paper, and the sentiment is a perfect pick!

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  44. Sybrina KSeptember 4, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    Love the overall layout... and how this great sentiment pops off the blue paper and black matting.

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  45. KristieSeptember 4, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    Beautiful job coloring that cute lil soldier boy. And I just love the patterned paper with the stars. It all comes together perfectly!

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  46. UnknownSeptember 4, 2013 at 12:22 PM

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  47. UnknownSeptember 4, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    This card is really cute (beautifully colored/great paper choice) but as several others have said the sentiment is a must have. We all need to understand that heros don't have capes or baseball uniforms or football jerseys etc. they are the people who put their lives on the line to protect others and our country everyday

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  48. DianeSeptember 4, 2013 at 12:26 PM

    Your coloring of Ian is wonderful-- and I love him paired with that sentiment! So perfect! Thanks so much for the idea to have friends write hero cards- you are right- everyone can write a thank you note!

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  49. Verna AngerhoferSeptember 4, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    What a great card design. Love the image and the sentiment too. And, your sure did a great job with coloring the little hero too.

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  50. Stamping SeraphimsSeptember 4, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    I love this caed however my favorite part of the card is the sentiment!!!

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  51. UnknownSeptember 4, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    I loved the star background paper and Soldier Ian. The sentiment worked perfectly. Great job. Your cards for the VCMP were awesome too.

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  52. Teresa Godines #6857September 4, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    I agree. It is very hard to write a message inside. I am afraid to say the wrong thing because I don't know what that person it going through. Thank You works for me.

    Super cute card. The sentient is great!!

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  53. byAnnetteSeptember 4, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    The sentiment works perfectly with Soldier Ian.
    I like how Ian's hair matches the stars in the background.

    I have trouble knowing how to convey how grateful I am.

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  54. Marlene DiefendorfSeptember 4, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    Love your coloring of Ian, and the sentiment does go with him perfectly. Having Ian off to the side is a perfect placement, and your paper is a good choice. Thank you for being part of the Skip!

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  55. UnknownSeptember 4, 2013 at 3:58 PM

    The stamped saying is just precious. You really colored the little soldier so wonderfully. Does yellow and blue just make everything pop? Wow! Thanks for sharing.

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  56. Camille ShortSeptember 4, 2013 at 3:58 PM

    Love this image and sentiment. Great colors, too!

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  57. Bert BSeptember 4, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Love the coloring and the background paper is awesome!

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  58. Sharon HuffmanSeptember 4, 2013 at 5:29 PM

    Such a cute card that will definitely bring a smile to someone's face!

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  59. Sue CSeptember 4, 2013 at 5:29 PM

    Your colors on the stamp 'SO' coordinate with the background. Great job Samantha!!

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  60. Waving My WandSeptember 4, 2013 at 6:00 PM

    Aw, that's one adorable pilot. Reminds me of my son playing dress up.

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  61. Jen MSeptember 4, 2013 at 6:19 PM

    That is such a cute card! I love your bright dp with soldier Ian, and that Unity quote is fab!

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  62. PoJoSeptember 4, 2013 at 7:07 PM

    Great job coloring! And I love the sentiment!

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  63. MichelleSeptember 4, 2013 at 7:30 PM

    I love colors on this card! And such a cute Ian!

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  64. Cindy's Card CoSeptember 4, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    Great coloring, nice simple card. I have that paper, I love it.

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  65. jennifer mittenSeptember 5, 2013 at 3:36 AM

    Your cards is just precious. I love the background paper and your adorable soldier.

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  66. Patricia HaysSeptember 5, 2013 at 5:48 AM

    The sentiment you chose is perfect for an AnyHero card!

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  67. AnneSeptember 5, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    Very cute card. Paper and coloring are just great and love that sentiment. Thanks for sharing.

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  68. AnneSeptember 5, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    Very cute card. Paper and coloring are just great and love that sentiment. Thanks for sharing.

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  69. KarenSeptember 5, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Love Soldier Ian and the sentiment is so true. Our heroes are the best!

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  70. Sherry ButcherSeptember 5, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    Nice paper and coloring, love the little soldier and the sentiment is perfect. Thanks for Sharing.

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  71. AnnSeptember 5, 2013 at 12:29 PM

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  72. AnnSeptember 5, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    Samantha, what a fabulous card! Soldier Ian is adorable, great coloring! And the sentiment is perfect!

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  73. MaRyKaYSeptember 5, 2013 at 1:34 PM

    what a gorgeous lil soldier from greeting farm. I dont think I've ever seen that stamp before. very cute card

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  74. lindagradySeptember 5, 2013 at 6:59 PM

    Your card is so nicely coordinated; the greens and yellows go together nicely matching the camoflouge coloring in the clothes.

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  75. Cheryl HSeptember 6, 2013 at 6:16 AM

    I love your little soldier! and your coloring is GREAT! Especially with how well it matches with the papers :)

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  76. ValerieSeptember 6, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    I love the coloring on the soldier along with the sentiment. Who wouldn't want to receive this!

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  77. Small Talk MamaSeptember 6, 2013 at 1:16 PM

    Adorable! Great coloring on the cute little soldier, but I truly looooove that sentiment.

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  78. rscholzSeptember 7, 2013 at 1:12 PM

    Great card. Love the layout and the paper you used. The coloring is great too. That sentiment brings a smile to my face.

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  79. mtscrapgalSeptember 7, 2013 at 1:44 PM

    I love that sentiment. The star background paper is perfect for your wonderfully colored soldier boy. Thanks

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  80. KindleLoverSeptember 7, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    I love how masculine the background paper is without it overpowering your image. It looks great!

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  81. JulieSeptember 11, 2013 at 2:47 PM

    Beautiful cards, Samantha! I love how modern and fresh that bald eagle card is with the black and white!

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