Friday, December 9, 2011

CSS Blog Hop!


Welcome to the GKD CenterStage Spotlight Alumni's December's hop!  Our theme is holiday treat holders!

You should've arrived from Joy's!  If not, head over to the forum at StampTV to start at the beginning!  Make sure to leave a comment as you hop along because on Tuesday morning, December 13, we will randomly choose one of the comments from all the blogs and that person will receive a huge grab bag of fabulous Gina K. Designs Stamps!

My project is a simple cupcake to-go box filled with cupcakes from the bakery.  Easy peasy!  The top and bottom are scored exactly alike, then the openings for the cupcakes are embossed on top with a Spellbinders' die and sliced side to side with a craft blade.

For the focal image, I cut a petite oval and stamped an image from the StampTV kit, Wishing You Joy.  A few flicks with several Copic markers, and a jewel center for the snowflake, and this simple project is ready for gift -giving.

Your next stop is Carolina's.

Notes:
Gina K Pure Luxury cranberry card stock
StampTV Kit, Wishing You Joy
Memento Tuxedo Black ink
Tim Holtz tea-dye distress ink
Nestabilities petite ovals, scalloped circles
Copic markers
sheer ribbon
Kaiser Craft rhinestone
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116 comments:

  1. Karen (TLgirl353)December 9, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Oh Deb- this is fantastic!!! I am going to have to make a few of these for neighbors!! Thank you for inspiring me!

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  2. Payne Holler CardsDecember 9, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    yikes! love it...this is so very cute!!!

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  3. CheriDecember 9, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    Super idea, Deb!!!! Fabulous inspiration!!!

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  4. lakergirlDecember 9, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Oh YUMmmmm...beautiful box & the cupcakes look great too! Merry Christmas...Kim

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  5. MelissaDecember 9, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    Yum, yum, yummilicious! I really like this idea and will have to give it a try. Thanks for the great idea!

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  6. Betty NevilleDecember 9, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    What an awesome way to hold those yummy looking cupcakes! Great idea Deb, and beautifully done!

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  7. Lynn B.December 10, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    Oooo. What a great way to give cupcakes! They're impossible to carry without a holder, but making a really pretty one ups the glamor of the gift exponentially.

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  8. joyDecember 10, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    Deb, what an absolutely wonderful idea! Cupcakes are the rage around here and you have made a beautiful way to present them! Love, love, love it!

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  9. Robin Kay TDecember 10, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    Yum! Great idea, thanks!

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  10. NJMullinsDecember 10, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    Wow- not only is the box darling, but the cupcakes are stunning! I LOVE this idea, and may do it for my next company party! Thanks Deb!

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  11. BrendaDecember 10, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    Deb your cupcake holder is fabulous!!! I love this idea and thos cupcakes look yummy.

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  12. BrendaLea, the PrpldyDecember 10, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    The cupcakes look gorgeous int he container... the colors are perfect!

    BrendaLea A. - Purple Lady
    prpldy (at) comcast dot net

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  13. janice mossDecember 10, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    Oh the talented woman that you are. A "few clicks of the copics"? I don't think so! Lovely.
    Merry Christmas!

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  14. --MarcyDecember 10, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    Fabulous idea! Man, you guys are good! I will be busy tomorrow!

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  15. Barb B.December 10, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    Great gift idea for teachers or co-workers or just a special treat for myself! Love it. Thanks for sharing. Happy Holidays.

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  16. UnknownDecember 10, 2011 at 1:36 AM

    I love this idea! Four special cupcakes are just the right amount...and the container is perfect!

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  17. CarolDecember 10, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    Now that is some treat holder. Very creative and the cupcakes look yummy also.

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  18. nana_4xDecember 10, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful...what can I say, you do such great things Deb, so creative!

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  19. RietteDecember 10, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    WOW I've never seen this before. Fantastic.

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  20. KaryDecember 10, 2011 at 3:03 AM

    Hi Deb! The cupcake holder is so pretty!! And the cupcakes look delicious!! Hope you are keeping well, and have a fabulous weekend! Hugs!

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  21. CarolinaDecember 10, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    Well, I'm sure you already know how much I adore this little box and that tag - sooo beautiful!

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  22. scraplizardDecember 10, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    What a great box for yummy cupcakes. I will have to make some to give to friends.

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  23. Cheryl BuxDecember 10, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    What a cute idea! The colours look very elegant!

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  24. LeslieTDecember 10, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    What an awesome idea! Simple but stunning!! Thanks for sharing!

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  25. JulieDecember 10, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Wonderful suggestion.... now can I remember to do this next time I need to carry cakes?

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  26. Barbara GoddenDecember 10, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    What a fabulous treat holder, I love the idea so the cupcakes are easily transported. Great colours and a beautiful job.

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  27. AprilDecember 10, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Great hostess gift idea! And, stopping at the bakery makes kitchen clean up a breeze!!

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  28. Annie CDecember 10, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Wow - what a great presentation!

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  29. terrieDecember 10, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Yummy, wow this cupcake holder is wonderful...
    Thanks for sharing it.
    Merry Christmas

    zullu26@aol.com

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  30. scrappinmommomDecember 10, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    What a great idea and the presentation make the cupcakes look even better. So festive..

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  31. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    They say presentation is 90% of the gift. If that's true you'll score over the top on these for sure! Joyce T

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  32. UnknownDecember 10, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    That is a wonderful cupcake carrier, would work for every Holiday, or just popping by a friends house, really GREAT!

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  33. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Fantastic idea and one that works for so many occasions. Love it.

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  34. OlgaDecember 10, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Looks amazing!

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  35. SueDecember 10, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    Wonderful idea

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  36. JillDecember 10, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    What a clever idea, and beautifully decorated. Thank you so much for sharing.

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  37. patmDecember 10, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Very cute idea and makes me hungry..........hmmmmmmmmmmmm

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  38. Cheryl WrightDecember 10, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    This is gorgeous. The cupcakes looking pretty good too...

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  39. SharonDecember 10, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    What a great idea! Thanks for sharing.

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  40. SusanDecember 10, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    What a great idea. The cupcakes look so yummy.

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  41. SusanDecember 10, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Great idea! Cupcakes look so yummy!

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  42. JoanDecember 10, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Great cupcake holder. Keep up the good work.

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  43. SheriDecember 10, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Oh my gosh, who'da thought? My office staff has four people in it and this is just perfect!

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  44. Pam~December 10, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Won't you be the hit of the party when you arrive with this darling cupcake holder! I LOVE it!

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  45. A Notion to SewDecember 10, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Cupcakes to go, huh? Those cupcakes would go right to my hips!!! LOL That is the cutest darn container.

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  46. BrendaDecember 10, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Not only a delightful way to offer the baked goodies to a hostess you could also use them as a theme at a house party. Way to go.

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  47. JudiDecember 10, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    VERY clever idea! Love it!

    Judi x

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  48. patskiDecember 10, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    yum, what a clever idea in this age of cupcakes

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  49. Die Cut LadyDecember 10, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Cleaver idea I will have to try this.

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  50. lisa808December 10, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Cute & yummy! What a great idea.

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  51. Ellie L.December 10, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Wowser! I am giving away some cupcakes today. Wish I had time to make a couple of these first. I will definitely remember this for future giftings.

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  52. Angelica SchmidtDecember 10, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    What an awsome idea Deb! The cupcakes look yummy too!

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  53. RobynLouiseDecember 10, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Beautifully presented cupcake box and a great idea if you're not sure what to give someone.
    Cheers,
    Robyn

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  54. gobarb26December 10, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    This is a really clever idea. Cupcakes are really in right now!

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  55. Allie Cat's CreationsDecember 10, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    wonderful creation. i love the ornaments! i need that set! lol! tfs!!

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  56. TheresaDecember 10, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Ooooh, absolutely delish! Gorgeous design, Deb, and those cupcakes look so yummy!

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  57. MamaDecember 10, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    What a cute, yummy idea!

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  58. Vicki DutcherDecember 10, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Deb this is TOO CUTE!!Love the mini muffins~

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  59. sghayDecember 10, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    I wish my "few flicks with a Copic marker" turned out like yours..gorgeous!

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  60. Gee S.December 10, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    This is beautiful! Elegant job on a really "fun" gift!

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  61. Judy IDecember 10, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    What a yummy treat container for yummy treats!

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  62. craftsbyrevaDecember 10, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Hello, this is a really good way of giving away cupcakes or maybe even muffins. Great job.

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  63. Cheryl C.December 10, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Oh yum-the cupcakes & the box they are in!

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  64. MelindaDecember 10, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Great cupcake tray, and those cupcakes... YUMMY!!

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  65. VickieDecember 10, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    WOW how pretty

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  66. KVencelDecember 10, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    WHOA! Best-looking cupcake holder I ever saw! What a clever idea. Beautiful tag on the front.

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  67. BarbDecember 10, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    what a neat cupcake holder. love it.

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  68. Judy ScottDecember 10, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    what a wonderful idea

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  69. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    clever idea, for the muffins. very nicely done.

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  70. PeanutDecember 10, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Wonderful idea..I sooo need to make some of these.

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  71. KatherineDecember 10, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Not sure which looks yummier - the box or the treats!

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  72. Marlena M.December 10, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    Such a unique project! I love it. ;)

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  73. GayleDecember 10, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Yummy box idea as well as the cupcakes. Super cool idea.

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  74. Ann KDecember 10, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Great idea! Neat & very special looking!! Thanks for sharing!

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  75. Arlene K.December 10, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Love the accent of the oranaments. Thanks for sharing.

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  76. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Not only practical,but also lovely.

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  77. DJohnson517December 10, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    The holder beautiful and the cupcakes look delicious.

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  78. LizzieDecember 10, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Well, inspiration is the key word here. I just love seeing what Gina's girls can do and this is one I must try. Simple, elegant and oh so useful!Keep up the creativity and thanks for sharing

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  79. Paulette SDecember 10, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    How fun. A perfect way to keep them from tipping over.

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  80. stampqueenDecember 10, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Looks yummy!!!!!

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  81. Melisa WaldorfDecember 10, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    YUM!!! What a great cupcake holder, I love it!

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  82. alexDecember 10, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    I have been demonstrating cup cakes at a local store, now I can demonstrate the holders as well, thank you for a brilliant idea!

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  83. RuthAnnDecember 10, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Very cute carrier, cupcakes are always a winner. Thanks for sharing.

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  84. ChrisDecember 10, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Perfect! There's a new bakery in town...hmmmm

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  85. MehrllDecember 10, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    Very cute idea for sharing cupcakes. Thanks for sharing

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  86. stampingbowdDecember 10, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    That's amazing!!!! How BEAUTIFUL!!!!

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  87. LyndaDecember 10, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Clever way to give a 'sweet treat'...great idea!

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  88. PamDecember 10, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Yummy looking and such a great way to surprise someone.

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  89. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Love the holder, cupcakes on the go, smart idea, look yummy.

    Ruth

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  90. Nana GriffinDecember 10, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Such a neat idea! Would love to receive this box filled with cup cakes.

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  91. Rosy NewlunDecember 10, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Deb - This is another impressive idea from you! Wish I could peek at the top to see how you embossed the holes, then cut them for the cuppy cakes! You could market these to the cupcake place!!! Lovely <3

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  92. CynthiaDecember 10, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Gorgeous - the box AND the cupcakes!!

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  93. SandyDecember 10, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    Now DEb that is an original!!! I love the idea! We have a few ladies in the area that make FANTASTIC cupcakes. They would make a great gift in one of these boxes. Thanks for the idea:)

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  94. Personal Injury Accident AttorneyDecember 10, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    I wonder what would be the taste of that cupcake looks so yummy!

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  95. Lisa R.December 10, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Fantastic cupcake treat! TFS joy4umetoo at hotmail dot com

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  96. Melody (lacyquilter)December 10, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    Beautiful! and Yummy!

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  97. GoldaDecember 10, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    Fantastic idea for cupcakes and they sure do look good!

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  98. AnonymousDecember 11, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    Hi!,


    I am in Heaven!!!! Three of my favorite things, Stamping, in my case Baking and Giving! What a Classy Presentation to something given out of love!
    Thanks for the chance to win!


    Cariños,

    María Alba Negrón
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    perfectasimperfecciones@gmail.com

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  99. Judy AverillDecember 11, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    Creative way to give some cupcakes. Lovely.

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  100. AnonymousDecember 11, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Great idea...this is a different idea. Thanks for being so creative.

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  101. richardbreaksDecember 11, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    WOW, Deb! Smart thinking!!!

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  102. LadyTruckerDecember 11, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    Nice idea! This looks gorgeous!

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  103. myrubberwallsDecember 11, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    How clever and so cute!!

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  104. BeckyDecember 11, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    What a wonderful idea to present cupcakes! I love this!

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  105. Designs By SkyDecember 11, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    I LOVE this, it is so cute! Thanks for Sharing!

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  106. April JohnsonDecember 11, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    Very cute! Thank you for sharing this!

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  107. Janice JerolymackDecember 12, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    This looks like it took so much time. Love it!

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  108. Nancy NDecember 12, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    This is just what I need. I have mini cupcakes for Christmas Eve and needed a speacial holder. This will be it. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Nancy Nguyen, from Katy, Texas

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  109. Verna AngerhoferDecember 12, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Awesome cupcake container and the cupcakes look super delicious as well.

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  110. KrissyDecember 12, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Oh my! How fun!

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  111. ArleneDecember 12, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Wonderful idea...now if I can just get passed those yummy looking cupcakes!

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  112. NanetteDecember 12, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    What a cute idea...I love it!

    nanettemt at yahoo dot com

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  113. OneofakindDecember 12, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    yummm! skip the tupperware, this is too cute.

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  114. cardscookiecarrotcakeDecember 12, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    I love to bake cupcakes. You have given me a great way to give them as gifts. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  115. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    What a great idea to give to neighbors!

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  116. Karen TDecember 13, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Beautiful, I love the gorgeous tag which could be used on anything! But what a special way to hold cupcakes which are all the 'thing' now!

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