Tuesday, October 16, 2012

You're the star -- day 16

So...a Star Box. I had an idea that wanted to create one, then teach you how to do it. That is exactly what we do on the Great Gifts CD. The Star Box is one of the 40 PDF tutorials that you can print and take to your craft area to make yourself! I happen to have a star die, but I know that many of YOU may not, so I show you have to make the box WITHOUT the die. Isn't this a cute little box to fill with tags to take to a hostess over the holidays? Or to fill with candies to give to a little actor or actress after a performance? I just love this box!

Today we are officially halfway through our birthday celebration, and I have a "commenter's choice" for you today. The lucky winner of today's giveaway has the chance to pick any CD that I offer or a year's subscription if they win.  simply leave a comment on this post, with your email address, and my lucky random number generator will select one winner.

Good luck!
Congratulations to Debi Squires - the winner of the CD of her choice!
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97 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    I love the idea of making someone a star. Many friends that fit the criteria. Fun :)
    Linda
    laschenbach@att.net

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  2. 1CardCreatorOctober 16, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    Lovely box, so sweet of you to share the Birthday goodies too!

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  3. UnknownOctober 16, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    Wonderful box - would make a perfect gift box! Thanks for the giveaway!

    ChristineOndine at aol

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  4. SusanKOctober 16, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    What a cool star box! This would make a great gift card box for the star of the birthday party, a box to hold holiday tags...a jewelry box for a little princess. Hope you're enjoying the month-long celebration! Who wouldn't like to win a subscription or instructional CD? I know I would!

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  5. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    So cute...not sure how big they are but might be cute on a Christmas tree. For guests to take home? Rijoyce602@gmail.com

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  6. Diana EnnsOctober 16, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    This looks like a fun box to make and oh so many uses....thanks for all you do.
    djenns8134@gmail.com

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  7. RobbieOctober 16, 2012 at 10:01 AM

    I love the star box. What a great gift idea. I also love my new CD. Thanks Pat for all you do.

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  8. Debi SquiresOctober 16, 2012 at 10:04 AM

    Cool idea and would be fun to add a gift card and give this at the holidays for someone special.
    Debi. debisquires@yahoo.com

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  9. Connie GageOctober 16, 2012 at 10:04 AM

    This star box is such a neat idea. Love it.

    punkyann@iserv.net

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  10. BibbiOctober 16, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    Love this cute litle box!

    Bibbi55@hotmail.com

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  11. wwillowwOctober 16, 2012 at 10:14 AM

    OMG I LOVE THE STAR!!! What a cute note pad holder it would make for stocking stuffers this year!!! I can't wait to get my hand on that CD... LOL

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  12. Bonnie LynnOctober 16, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    I love the star idea. Thanks for the giveaway.
    kenratzloff@sbcglobal.net

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  13. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    I really like the Star gift box. It is so cute.

    yaichdy@carolina.rr.com

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  14. LoriOctober 16, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    what a cute box. and perfect for christmas coming up.
    quilting[dash]lady[at]comcast[dot]net

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  15. DanaOctober 16, 2012 at 10:24 AM

    Thanks for the opportunity! Love the star!
    dsmith1036 at aol dot com

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  16. Else49October 16, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    Thanks again for the opportunity to celebrate birthday month.
    edeg49atgmail.com

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  17. Linda PlettOctober 16, 2012 at 10:32 AM

    Love that you show people how to do stuff without having to have specialized tools. Hope I win! lgplett@gmail.com

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  18. billiejoOctober 16, 2012 at 10:43 AM

    This little box is perfect for hostess gifts. I love Rita's idea to place the box on the Christmas tree and what a surprise it would be for someone to find after the party or gathering is over, filled with love and treats.

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  19. PriscillaOctober 16, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Cute star box, great for a gift box especially for the holidays!
    Fabulous prize today! Thanks for the chance to win.
    cardjunkie16@yahoo.com

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  20. TerralinOctober 16, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    Absolutely love this Star Box. Wonderful little gift for someone special who is a Star in our eyes! Would really love to win this CD. thirniak@telus.net
    Terralin

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  21. Phyllis FreeseOctober 16, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    This cute star box with tags is an ideal gift.

    sparcl77@hotmail.com

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  22. M.J. RutledgeOctober 16, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    Love this box. So many great uses for it.

    Michelle R.
    gjrmjw at msn dot com

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  23. HelenOctober 16, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    Adorable! I know which CD I would pick if I were the lucky winner today!

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  24. HelenOctober 16, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    Sorry...forgot my e-mail address
    stampinhelena@yahoo.com

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  25. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 11:05 AM

    This is TOO clever! Thanks for keeping those of us who do not own the die in mind!

    Peace
    Beth
    bethparker1@charter.net

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  26. lilscrappersOctober 16, 2012 at 11:13 AM

    What a lovely gift box! and no die! Cool c.w at amtelecom dot net

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  27. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    Hi ! I love the new CD. Thanks for making it. Renate.

    tj@janenrenate.nl

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  28. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    What a great box for gift giving!

    Julie Anne
    geirland@comcast.net

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  29. JoyfulJewelOctober 16, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Nice star box and beautiful job on it.

    JoyfulJewel@gmail.com

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  30. MarilynOctober 16, 2012 at 11:31 AM

    What a fun box. I could make lots of these.
    marcinmike@yahoo.com

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  31. RianneOctober 16, 2012 at 11:31 AM

    love the box, just a perfect giftbox for christmas.
    rianne smarius at gmail dot com

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  32. Vickie KertzOctober 16, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    Love the start box. This CD is going to be mine as soon as I get the money saved up. Great project.

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  33. Lady DawnOctober 16, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    They would make cute Christmas ornaments with a hidden treasure inside!

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  34. MelodyOctober 16, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    Cute star box! I love all the projects I've seen from that CD!
    meldianhi@hotmail.com

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  35. Lori StilgerOctober 16, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    Continuing happy birthday to you! :D How can I not enter this one? The only hard choice will come if I win, deciding which I will choose. :D BLESSINGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  36. DarlaOctober 16, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    Hmmmm.... I Think I would pick the cd since I just recently renewed my subscription and the cd looks fantastic!

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  37. Barbie D.October 16, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    Such a cute box, it will be perfect for Christmas gift giving. Happy Birthday.

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  38. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 11:55 AM

    WOW! The choice of any CD? That would be wonderful! Thanks, Pat.

    Sue McNeill
    ssmcneill@hotmail.com

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  39. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 12:08 PM

    I like the idea of filling this cute box with star shaped tags for a gift.
    Betty Ackley
    ackley@jps.net

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  40. HollyOctober 16, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    The star box is so cute! Can a person stop at just one? Don't think so......
    eastyart@telus.net

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  41. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    I can clearly see that there are far more projects than time these days- for me anyway! I love the gift tag stars- hettyvj

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  42. creations by jackieOctober 16, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    I just love your Star Box, I can just see it full of kinds of goodies. What a perfect Christmas gift for friends and family. Thanks Pat. Can't wait to see if I win. jackielwatson2009@hotmail.com

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  43. SandyOctober 16, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    That star box is so clever. Love the idea of filling it with tags, but would be good for candy and such as well.
    Sandy J
    stampingwriter at gmail dotcom

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  44. Mary StrauserOctober 16, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    Oh Pat I love the star box.
    I would love to win this like you say a good stocking stuffer.
    kraftyme95@yahoo.com

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  45. nancy yOctober 16, 2012 at 1:14 PM

    that would make such a wonderful little gift - a star box with gift tags. I better delve into that CD!
    nancy
    nancine at sbcglobal.net

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  46. Arleen Graham Arleen@notjuststamps1.comOctober 16, 2012 at 1:49 PM

    Very cute box. With the directions on the Gift CD, we could probably make a heart box too. You always have such wonderful ideas!

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  47. Karen LongOctober 16, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    Any "rising star" would appreciate this gift. Keep on coming up with great gift ideas.

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  48. Patti hojnackiOctober 16, 2012 at 1:54 PM

    I love this box! Christmas stars for sure. Plan on making these for the teachers this year

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  49. LindaOctober 16, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    Love the box and tags. The tags are just what I am looking for! I have friends coming over Saturday and one of the projects they want to make are tags and I've been struggling coming up with ideas. THANK YOU!!!

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  50. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 2:37 PM

    Absolutely love this box!! And what a way to give someone a mood boost too!

    Blessings,
    Melitta Ball
    BC Canada
    gmball@shaw.ca

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  51. Glennis FOctober 16, 2012 at 2:45 PM

    Fabulous idea - thanks for the chance to win

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  52. Heather AOctober 16, 2012 at 2:51 PM

    Wow - what a fabulous box! And it's on the cd. That's wonderful!
    gilles.arsenault2@sympatico.ca

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  53. Judi MarkelOctober 16, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    Great box, could use it for my grandson. Thanks for a chance to win.

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  54. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    Looks like a fun project and so useful.

    pkellogg42@yahoo.com

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  55. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    What a great month, Pat! Lots of fun for everyone! What would I do with all that talent???


    Make a Gift Box CD, of course!

    Thanks,
    Hewitt
    elizabethhulse@wowway.com

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  56. meonlakeOctober 16, 2012 at 4:15 PM

    Love the star box! Thanks Pat for a great month.
    Marsha E
    cmc_marsha at bellsouth dot net

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  57. Sue DOctober 16, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    Love the star shaped tags and the box.
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  58. PamelaOctober 16, 2012 at 4:45 PM

    Looks great and such a great prize today also!
    Pamela Palm
    JPALM3746@comcast.net

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  59. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    wow stars box is so cute thanks for posting it Joan JSMK426@yahoo.com

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  60. Cheryl S.October 16, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    Wonderful box that could be used for many different occasions. Thanks for sharing your birthday with us!!

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  61. Haley D.October 16, 2012 at 5:25 PM

    Such a cute box design! The possibilities are endless.

    inkyscrapper@gmail.com

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  62. christina dOctober 16, 2012 at 5:46 PM

    What a cute box! I can see it done for any occasion.

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  63. NoraOctober 16, 2012 at 5:50 PM

    This little box is adorable. I can see so many uses for it.

    Thanks,
    Nora G.
    noraluvs2stamp@gmail.com

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  64. porphuropolisOctober 16, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    Ooooh! I would like to make some of these for Christmas gifts. Also might downsize them to put on the tree! — Garnet

    porphuropolis @ comcast. net

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  65. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    What a nice gift box!
    craftylin1968 at aol.com

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  66. UnknownOctober 16, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    Gorgeous star box. Can't wait to get the CD.
    dte0905@aol.com

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  67. CindyinNEOctober 16, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    This is a beautiful star! Thanks for the opportunity! scschoe@bbc.net

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  68. Denise Foor Studio PAOctober 16, 2012 at 8:11 PM

    Fabulous Star Box....sounds like a wonderful CD.

    denise.foor at gmail dot com

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  69. AnonymousOctober 16, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    Awesome I love the newsletter you publish also your CD's are great

    heartstrong_2000@yahoo.com

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  70. Stampin_melissaOctober 16, 2012 at 9:59 PM

    What a cute gift idea! Kudos!
    melissa.banian at gmail dot com

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  71. CherylOctober 16, 2012 at 10:01 PM

    What a great gift presentation this would make for my godchildren. Thanks for this opportunity.
    clruss@rogers.com

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  72. Patti GwinOctober 16, 2012 at 10:06 PM

    These are a fantastic gift idea. I'm still waiting on my CD, should be here tomorrow I imagine! Thanks!

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  73. JulieOctober 16, 2012 at 10:32 PM

    Great gift idea. thanks for the inspiration. kattfiveinfo at gmail dot com

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  74. UnknownOctober 16, 2012 at 11:20 PM

    Love the star, can't wait to try this technique. djchrist01221971@gmail.com

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  75. SusanOctober 16, 2012 at 11:22 PM

    TOO 2 AWESOME!! Both the creation AND the prize!!
    LOVE THEM BOTH!
    thanks so much for this opportunity!
    Susan

    susanscraps AT comcast DOT net

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  76. Joyce SpearOctober 17, 2012 at 12:35 AM

    This star box is adorable! I *thought* I knew which CD I wanted first, but now I'm rethinking!

    Smiles,
    Joyce
    stamperjoyce at gmail dot com

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  77. farnorthstamperOctober 17, 2012 at 12:47 AM

    I love the idea of being able to make this wonderful box without using a die. Amazing!
    Thanks for the chance to win.
    Bonnie S
    stampin-ak at gci dot net

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  78. MarrigjeOctober 17, 2012 at 2:00 AM

    Lovely starbox. This really will make a great hostess gift.
    It also would make a great thank you gift for any christmas occasion. I love the idea. Thank you for this inspiration (one of many)
    THank you for all the inspiration I get from your Technique Junkies.

    Marrigje

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  79. Deborah SmartOctober 17, 2012 at 2:16 AM

    Beautiful star box - and made without a die! Fabulous! :)
    Thanks for sharing your talents, and the chance to win.
    Deborah debsmart@shaw.ca

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  80. Desert KatOctober 17, 2012 at 2:18 AM

    would make a cute ornament for the tree
    cindydespain@yahoo.com

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  81. ZenaOctober 17, 2012 at 3:51 AM

    Thank you for your dedication in updating this blog. I look forward to reading what you are up to and enjoy looking at all your projects.

    Thanks for sharing
    Zena
    www.zenakennedy.blogspot.com

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  82. AnonymousOctober 17, 2012 at 3:53 AM

    A star - I can think of so many uses for a star box. Thanks for doing this Pat

    Julie
    tropical.stampa@y7mail.com

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  83. Lisa POctober 17, 2012 at 8:38 AM

    Love the star box and great ideas for using it. Thanks for all the inspiration!

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  84. lynneatwOctober 17, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    I love this star box. Thank you for the great giveaway, too.

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  85. AnonymousOctober 17, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Such a cute little box! TFS this birthday celebration give-away!
    Hugs-
    Kavi Coulson

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  86. marilyncOctober 17, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    What a great box idea. Thanks for the chance to win

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  87. Robin BoyerOctober 17, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    Love the box great job. Love a chance to win but got to enter to win.
    Rubber Hugs
    Robin Boyer

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  88. Leilani260October 17, 2012 at 9:46 AM

    Love this star box! When I pulled up the blog I instantly thought it would make a great gift of my daughter and her production group. Looks like I will be ordering this CD. Love all of your give aways this month. Stampingly, Leilani

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  89. Bonnie R.October 17, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    What a delightful idea. A 5-star idea. Can't wait to make a couple myself to fill and give away this holiday season and throughtout the year.

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  90. dickries@aol.comOctober 17, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    Forgot to include my email. Sorry (:
    Bonnie R.
    dickries@aol.com

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  91. AnonymousOctober 17, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    What a lovely unique little gift box! and made without a star die! Would love to learn how to do that!...right in time for Christmas
    Elaine
    egseip@telus.net

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  92. BeckittyOctober 17, 2012 at 10:56 AM

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  93. BeckittyOctober 17, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    Very cute box!! After 10 years of TJ, YOU deserve a whole case of these! LOL!
    Becky F in MD
    beckitty at comcast dot net

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  94. PaperSunshineOctober 17, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    I am always looking for something special to put treats in for my son and this is perfect! So many uses for a star :)
    Lori K.
    lorki7 at yahoo dotcom

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  95. AnonymousOctober 17, 2012 at 8:26 PM

    Would love to win your CD. Love the box.
    Patti C
    ultrab719@aol.com

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  96. Az Scrappin SistersOctober 22, 2012 at 1:12 PM

    What a great box idea. Thanks for the chance to win

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  97. Az Scrappin SistersOctober 22, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    What a great box idea. Thanks for the chance to win. sakortan@gmail.com

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