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Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Laurel Punch Around the Page - Martha Stewart Giveaway!


This lovely punch around the page set is the mystery item that arrived at my house on Monday.  I use a lot of punches even though my Cricuts can make wonderful borders.  Sometimes I just want to put something together quickly without taking the time to fire up the Cricut and the computer (I nearly always adapt the designs a bit with Design Studio to make them fit my cards).

The Martha Stewart Punch Around the Page sets are some of my favorite punches.  I have posted many projects using them (here is a LINK where you can find prior posts) and I am pleased to able to review this new "Laurel" set for you today.


These punches come in a set that will create a continuous border by combining an edge punch with a corner punch.  The punches are heavy duty with a thumb lever that I find easy to use.  They store compactly with the guide wings on the corner punch and the "wings" on the border punch folded up.  These folding wings are a big improvement over the older border punches which can be difficult to store.


 Here you can see the punches opened to their working positions.


The corner punch has two extensions that make it easy to align the corner of your paper to punch.  The border punch has silver guides for punching the section between the corners and for continuous edge punching.


In order to get a perfectly punched edge you must start with an accurately cut square or rectangle.  Here are three typical sizes for card making a 3 1/4 (3.25) inch square, a 5 inch square and a 3 1/4 (3.25) x 5 inch rectangle).



Each set comes packaged with this handy instruction sheet which tells you the dimensions you need to use to have the punches work continuously.  You can punch the edges of a full 12 x 12 sheet of cardstock to make a fancy background page quickly and easily.  The minimum dimension you need is 3 1/4 (3.25) inches square and then you can add increments of 1 3/4 (1.75) inches to either side to make additional shapes.


 You should start by punching all four corners with the corner punch.  Let the sides of your paper rest against the guide pieces and make sure that you don't push the paper over the raised edge of the guide.


Here is the 3 1/4 inch square with all four corners punched.  You could use this as it appears now without moving on to the next step.  For some of the punch sets the design is very attractive at this stage.  I think that this one looks a little unfinished because of the curve to the area where the punch ends.


To add the section of leaves along the side of the square, you simply align the punched corner on top of the silver image of the leaves on the border punch base.


If you cut your beginning square accurately (this is very important) the right side and the left will both cover the silver guide images perfectly.


Here is the square with the first side finished.  You simply repeat the process to punch the other three sides.


This is the completely punched small square.  This delicate leaf border is very versatile and will work for all sorts of cards.  There are many punch around the page sets - some are very occasion or holiday specific and are fun but if you are on a budget, the more general sets will serve you well.


Here is the 3 1/4 x 5 inch rectangle with just the corners punched.


To make the first punch on the rectangle you align the corner with the guide images just like you do for the square.


Then you slide the paper over to continue along the edge.  For the small rectangle you will now have a corner image to align (right side) and the first border punch which will line up with the guide images on the left wing of the border punch.


Here is the finished small rectangle.  The continuous border is complicated looking but, as you can see, it is easy to create with these tools.


This is the five inch square completely punched.  After you do a few repetitions the punching is quick and easy to do.  You do have to be sure to make your original cut accurately and to pay attention to the positioning of the edges as you move around the shape.  A little shift in placement can keep the edge from meeting up perfectly.


Once you have punched several shapes in different colors you can start combining the punched shapes to create some pretty layers.


This medallion combination is very pretty for cards.  Here the card base is 5 1/2 x 11 inches folded for a 5 1/2 inch square card.


Of course you can always use the border punch by itself to create borders for trimming a card or to use along a scrapbook page.  You can get even more interesting effects by punching both sides of a strip of paper.


The look will vary depending on the width of the strip you use.


This is a full twelve inch strip of paper that started at 1 1/4 inches wide - for this punch you can't go much thinner or the borders will overlap in an unattractive way.


I happened to already have this clear stamp set from Martha Stewart.  It also features a laurel design and will coordinate beautifully with the punches.

Do you like this punch set?  Can you think of ways you'd love to use it? 

Well...here is the exciting thing I have been hinting at for the past few days!  I have not one, not two or even three but TEN  - that's right TEN (!10!) of these punches sets to give away to my blog readers.  Thanks to Martha Stewart Crafts for providing this wonderful gift and a chance for so many of you to receive this set for your own crafting.

So, how can you win one of these Martha Stewart Laurel Punch Around the Page sets?  As always, it's simple.  You will need to leave a comment on THIS POST and, just for fun, tell me if you have any other Martha Stewart Punch around the Page sets and which of the many sets available is your favorite (you can see most of the sets HERE).  Please be sure to leave a way for me to contact you if you are a winner through your blogger profile, a message board name or your email address (but separate the words and write out "at" and "dot" to help protect yourself somewhat against spam).  The punches will be sent out directly  from Martha Stewart Crafts and I will contact you to get your full mailing address if your name is chosen(For your own safety, do not leave all of your personal details here)

I never require readers to follow or subscribe to be included in a chance for a blog prize but if you do follow or subscribe please tell me in the comment and I'll add your name twice.  It seems that if I have more followers and subscribers I will be more likely to be able to host giveaways like this from time to time.

I will have limited internet access for the next week and my comments are moderated which means I have to approve them before they appear on the blog.  If your comment does not appear right away please do not leave multiple comments - I will approve them when I can access the internet.  Edited to add - I realized that I should just go back to the word verification format and not moderate comments to avoid confusion since I won't be able to approve comments as quickly as I normally do. Sorry for the extra step and for any spam that slips through.

You must leave your comment by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on Tuesday, October 19th Wednesday, October 20th to be included in the giveaway.  (Deadline extended on 10/19 since I have been delayed in returning from my trip).  Giveaway entries are closed - winners will be notified soon.

For the next six days I will share some simple cards that I made using this set.  I have lots more ideas - these are just the start (remember - I only got the punches yesterday!).  I may be able to post a few other projects as well so there could be a day with multiple posts (for those of you who get the emails be sure to scroll down to see if there is another post).

Here is a sneak peek at the first card...


It's going to be a fun week!

I am getting closer to my goal of selling 40 Creative Memories cartridges to be included in the contest to win a Cricut Cruise - thanks again to everyone who has purchased through me.  Here is the LINK to the cartridge page on my Creative Memories website if you are interested and don't have a local consultant. 

As I mentioned above, I will not be able to be on the internet regularly for the next week.  I am still catching up from last weekend so if you are waiting to hear from me about a question please be patient a little longer. 


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439 comments:

  1. thats a great punch, I have the scalloped one with the little dots.
    Thanks for the opp to win one of these!
    Staci

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  2. I would love to have this Martha Stewart punch set...it is beautiful. I don't have any sets from her but would love to get one. After looking through all her sets...I really like the butterfly one...I am partial to butterflies...LOL.

    I am a follower of your blog and have enjoyed your designs.

    ktulanko AT gmail DOT com

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  3. No, I do not have any punch sets. I do have some of her stamps, however.

    I'd love to win! *PICK ME* ! ! ! !

    TR

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  4. Wow....what a fabulous prize! I was actually looking at that punch the other day at Michael's but ended up buying the train punch instead as I needed it for a lo I am working on. My favorite would have to be (and this is a hard choice) but probably the Pansy around the border punch. Thank you for the tutorial as I have never used one but I am excited to try it!
    lfuchs1 at wi. rr. com

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  5. I LOVE MArtha Stewart punches..they are so easy to use! I don't have any of the around the page punches yet but have SEVERAL of her other ones. I got your blogspot from Obsessed with Scrapbooking and plan on following you right now. Thanks for the oppor. to win!
    Diana Ballard
    crb underscore deb at bellsouth dot net.

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  6. I have 3 sets of Martha Stewart punches - hers are the best! Michaels has a 50% off any Martha Stewart crafts right now - just got it waiting for payday!!My favorite is the embroidery set - actually my favorite is usually the newest one!

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  7. Hi there Diane. Of course, I'm a follower! I don't have these punches but would love to try one out, especially for free:-) Thanks for all your fab ideas.

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  8. I do not have any of Martha's punches, but would love to!! I am really loving the pansy punch and just might have to pick it up!!

    I am a subscriber as well! Love your blog!!

    mkpfeiffer at neo.rr.com

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  9. I was just telling my sister that a border punch is on my Christmas list. I don't have any border punches at all. I really like this one and the latice one. I'm also a follower.

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  10. I realized that I should just go back to the word verification format and not moderate comments to avoid confusion since I won't be able to approve comments as quickly as I normally do.

    Sorry for the extra step and for any spam that slips through.

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  11. what a beautiful punch set. that's just the problem too, just picking the right one. of course the holiday ones are always tempting..but used only for a very short time. i don't have any ms, but this would be a great way to start my collection

    lynda in calif
    hipljp at yahoo dot com

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  12. I love her punches!

    aecopenhaver at gmail dot com

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  13. Great instructions! I always wonder how to get it so perfect. I often try using regular punches to go around..Works sometimes. Still wanting to try MS's punch around :) Thanks for the chance to win! I am a follower of your blog too :)

    spunkycrayon at yahoo dot com

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  14. I love the punches and bought my first one with the great coupon they recently had. I don't have any punch around the corner punches but I've been eying them. Maybe this will give me the push I need to buy some.

    I'm in a Halloween mood and would love to have buy the spider web punches.

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  15. Oh thank you Diane and MS Crafts for a great giveaway. I love MS punches and the new punch arounds are so cool. I have about 3 of them but I love this new one. Also I seen Margie on the MB use the ladybug one and I can not find it here in town. :(

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  16. Oh sorry last post, about the ladybug punch around I am Nana Donna on the MB and I have been a follower of yours for sometime now.

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  17. I love these punches. I can think of endless projects that they can be used for!!! Thanks for the opportunity to win one!

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  18. Thank you for the tutorial. I do not own any of these border stamps, but I do have some MS punches. I began with buying the snowflake punches for Christmas cards. I would love to win! contact me at libbychibeatgmaildotcom Thank you!

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  19. I, too, love the MS punches and I would love to have this new set! I currently own the Layered Arches set and the Eyelet Lace set. I have been following your blog for some time now and I just love it!

    lucyblueeyz@yahoo.com

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  20. What a great giveaway. I do not have any Martha Stewart border punch sets but I do have several of her punches that I like a lot. You can contact me at NewbieCarolatymaildotcom

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  21. Ooooooooo, I love Martha! And I <3 Diane too! I don't have any of the PATP sets yet, but I REALLY love the spider web one. This one looks gorgeous too, though. Thanks for an amazing giveaway :o)

    www.crazyaboutcricut.blogspot.com
    crazyaboutcricut at hotmail dot com

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  22. Thanks so much for a chance to win this amazing set. I don't have any of the ones that go all around the page, but I have the lace doily one and I love it. My favorite at the moment is the spider web one, but that is probably because I have Halloween on my mind. I am a follower of your blog. Thanks again. me at glorajean dot com.

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  23. The Laurel punch looks like a very fun one to have. Can't wait to see the projects. I have two around the edge punches they are Double Loop and Deco Shells. I love Martha's punches hers are so easy to use and make beautiful edges. Good luck to everyone.
    Thank you so much this will be so fun
    Linda in Stanwood
    lrheckatgmaildotcom

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  24. Wow! How exciting! I absolutely LOVE anything Martha Stewart, and especially her punches! I think my favorite is the double loops. I would absolutely love to win, Thank you so much for the chance!

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  25. Ooooo...how exciting that you have TEN of these to give away! I'm crossing my fingers and toes, because I've never seen this style and I like it! I do have the Spiderweb and the Loopy punch around the page punches!

    I'm already a follower of yours too for a 2nd chance! Thanks so much for doing this!

    Melissa
    www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com

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  26. i only have one martha stewart punch and that is the spiderweb. i got the set for $5 at walmart after halloween. gotta love clearance sales. i would love to have more tho. these punches are great.

    nikkageers.blogspot.com
    nikkageers @ yahoo

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  27. I don't have any of the punch around the page sets so I would love to win! Thanks for the chance :)

    p.s I'm already a follower :)

    j dot fitzhenry at yahoo dot ie

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  28. How exciting! I just saw Emma at My Creative Time use this one and wanted to get it!

    I am a follower already--so glad to be!

    I have the loopy, spider web and just got a snowflake one. My favorite right now is the loopy--I've used it several times. But I really love the look of this one you are giving away!

    craftingcricutmom at gmail dot com

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  29. Martha Stewart punches are great I have a few, a little expensive! but with coupons it helps. Thanks!!

    Roxanna
    bswinch at aol dot com

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  30. Diane,
    I am a follower of yours and love your blog. I have found so many useful things that you tell us about.
    I have a punch set that I bought of MS from HSN when they had the complete sets. I recently got the goo one also. I love her crafts and have been a devoted fan of hers for many years. My frined call me the little Martha. Thanks for all you do and I don't know if you remember me but we have actually traded e-mails....
    Blog: http://lovethatexpressions.blogspot.com/
    E-mail: davidbaylesatsprintmail.com

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  31. I would love own a punch set like that. I always look at them, they are so nice. I'm a big Martha fan, maybe for Christmas. :)
    Thanks for the Chance,
    Sasha Jardine

    sashah@eastlink.com

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  32. I recently bought my 1st punch around the page set, double loops. I love it! I hope to acquire more in the future.

    rebecca (underscore) geile (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  33. i am a follower and i have 2 martha stewart punches but not the around the corner ones. i have the train border one and the snowflakes one and just bought the drippy goo one from a while back. thanks for the chance to win.

    wheatley_jan@hotmail.com

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  34. I have some Martha Stewart punches, but I don't have any of the Punch Around the Page ones. I love the way it looks when it is done all the way around the paper. My favorites are the Aspen Snowflake and the Spiderweb ones. Thanks for the chance to win a set of these!!

    Hugs,
    Amy
    http://www.scrappingmommy.com

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  35. Awesome! Great review, very informative :)

    Am a follower already.
    Never used any corner or all around punches, I have the doily lace border one and it is the best!! Thanks for the chance to win!

    phenis2031 at yahoo dot com

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  36. What an amazing giveaway!! I don't own any MS punches (I actually only own one punch). I would be in HEAVEN with this one, it's beautiful!! I am a follower as well (because I LOVE your projects)! Thanks so much for the chance!!!! :)
    Celeste B.
    ccscards.blogspot.com
    mctdbillman at gmail dot com

    PS - I love the sneak peek - it looks so super cute! :)

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  37. Debbie Thank you so much for all your inspiration and ideas. Love all of the punches but the best is the eyelet lace.
    upnurse at aol dot com

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  38. I have some of MS's punches. All her punches are just beautiful. It's amazing how she comes up with so many beautiful designs. Would love to win this one. Thank you so much for a chance to win.

    dendearmas@aol.com

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  39. This set is so much prettier than I expected when I first saw it in the package. I have several PATP sets and can't pick a favorite--I love them all!

    Yes, I'm a follower (your Design Studio info has helped me tremendously!) Thanks for the chance to win this set, and thanks for writing this very helpful blog.

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  40. I subscribe to and love your blog! Thank you so much for the opportunity to win this MS Punch set. I have 1 of these sets and really like it. Appreciate your instructions and mentioning that the edge punch has "wings" - I never realized that!! I really like the MSC Scroll Lace Edge PATP set and would love to get that one day.

    Thanks again for all the instructions and inspiration you provide. I always learn so much from your postings!!


    Should I be fortunate enough to win one of the punch sets I can be contacted through the Cricut MB -- linda4_2.

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  41. Oooo these are great but I don't have a set. I have her lace punch that I use all the time. Thanks for the change to win!

    I'm already a follower :)

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  42. Great giveaway!i don't have any of these punches but they look so cool in the different projects and reviews that have been posted. Maybe this is my chance to get my hands on some!

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  43. Love the laurel punch! I'm a long-time follower of your blog and I have several MS punches. My two punch around the page are deco fan, and loops .... loops is my all time favorite.

    eileen at bellouth dot net

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  44. Wow, what nice gifts, I do not have M. Stewart punches, but many other of her products, all quite nice. I do have a set from A. Griffin which I find a little hard to align. I also have subscribed to your email as Sampsonpoo at Yahoo period com. I truly appreciate the lessons you have taught me on the Cricut. I use the Design Studio and find your projects & creativity amazing.

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  45. Yes, I love MS punches!!! I have lattice, it's one of my favorites.

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  46. Thanks for the tutorial! I don't have any of these because I'm challenged when it comes to getting a square straight! You make it look pretty easy to use though. Thanks for a chance, Pam

    pcrusberg at aol dot com

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  47. WAw what can I say, this set of stamps is stunning, and punches are awesome. I dont own any, but would love to. I am not very lucky person, but I am always trying. So thanks for the chance, and forgot to tell great tutorial! Hugs,moni

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  48. I love your blog, check it everyday and receive your email. I currently have the MS Double Loops round the page punch but haven't done much with it yet. I'd love to have this one.

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  49. Love the punch and I truly enjoy your blog. Thanks for the tutorial. I have several of the MS punches but not this one. It would be great to have it. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  50. I've been drooling over M. Stewart punches for quite some time now, but haven't bought any yet. After seeing this FABULOUS review, I MUST have a set! Hehehe. I would definitely incorporate it into our upcoming wedding..I'm thinking programs/menus.

    *I'm a blog follower via GFC

    ninjapandawedding(at)gmail(dot)com

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  51. I LOVE this punch. Thanks for being so creative with it and I look forward to seeing the rest of your projects. Awesome give-away!

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  52. That looks like a great punch, can't wait to see what you do with them. I have several of the punch around the page punches and my favorite, at the moment, is the spider web one, can you guess what projects I am working on:) Thanks for the chance to win this set.

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  53. Wow, that is a really great punch. I have 3 Martha Stewart punches, the drippy goo edge punch, arch lattice edger punch and the floral lace edge punch. Thanks for the chance to win.
    cmclaurenbowser@yahoo.com

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  54. WOW! great giveaway! I have one MS punch DoilyLace. And I want to buy DoobleLoops set.
    I'm your follower ;)
    Thanks for the chance to win this set.

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  55. I am already a follower and a subscriber, so I can't help you there. I really like this punch set. I don't have any of the punch around the page punches yet. I think the double loop and the pansy one are especially pretty.
    Thanks for the chance to win one.

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  56. I saw this punch set in Michael's just the other day, but decided on a different set. I got the Deco Fan punch around the page set. I also have the Double Loops punch around the page set.

    I am a follower of your blog, and check it every day. I LOVE your work!

    Wendy T.

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  57. I just saw this one at M's and didn't think I needed it but you have changed my mind. I like to purchase the more generic punch sets that I can gety alot of use out of. My favorite is the Loop set but I also really like Deco fan and scallop 3 dot

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  58. I have wanted to get one of these sets forEVER!! They never seem to be in stock when I'm at the store! I can think of so many cute card and scrapbook borders to make. Crossing my fingers!!! :)

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  59. Love this punch. This is an absolutely fabulous giveaway. I have several PATP from Miss Martha, I think my favorite set at the moment is the spider webs. That might be because I have been using it a lot as I am in the Halloween mode. LOL, next month it might be the snowflakes. Thanks for the chance to win. As always your blog is a great place to come and learn as well as get inspired!
    wandwandco on Cricut mb

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  60. I have the one with the loops on it and love it! Thanks for the opportunity to win.

    Marijo aka Scraptastic Grammy
    mjs1199 at cox dot net

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  61. Thank you for the chacne to win the wonderful set!!! What a treat it would be! I don't have any of the PATP sets but I have a few of the Martha's punches. I LOVE Drippy Goo!!!! So fun! winterblue73@gmail.com

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  62. Wow.. what an awesome giveaway!! I love MS punches, but don't have any of the PATP ones yet. There are so many good ones out there it would be hard to choose. (I have always wanted the drippy goo, but can't find it)I think the Snowflake and ludybug PATP look fun! Thanks for a chance to win one of the great punches!
    Lori
    http://got2bcrafting.blogspot.com/
    tahoe_luvr at yahoo dotcom

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  63. Wow what a fab giveaway.

    Unfortunately i don't have any of MS punch sets but i do have only 2 of her border punches and the sunflower punch. It would be amazing to win a set of yours and actually own one.

    mybratz@googlemail.com

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  64. Hi Diane,
    I have a couple of the seasonal punch sets - snowflakes and leaves I think. It's time to pull them back out! Thanks for sharing the new punches with us!
    SouthernMrs
    at verizon dot net

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  65. How exciting!

    I do not own any of the MS Around the Edge ones but I do have a couple of the straight border punches and I love them!

    I am a follower also.

    Thanks for the great opportunity to win!

    www.mandlramcreations.blogspot.com

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  66. Oh I just Love Martha Stewart punchs and my favorite one is the larger Garden Trellis Punch, I use it all the time and I also love the Double loop PATP. I don't get to the city often so I haven't got to purchase any new ones (Hope to get there sometime this month) I always love your projects and have been a follower for awhile. Thank You for sharing this wonderful prize and look forward to all you new projects including the new sneak peek. TFS
    ((Hugs)) Theresa
    mccadesmom at gmail dot com

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  67. LOVe this punch set. Have quite a few MS punches and this one is diffferent. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  68. Love the corner of the last image. Looks so crisp
    Clara P

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  69. After seeing your directions on this great punch it is definately on my wish list. I have been avoiding punching because I thought it was too difficult. I would really love to try it out!!
    dianeatweismanfamilydotnet

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  70. this would be awesome to win, I love Martha Stewart punches and have a few like the double loops, loopy loops, and the 3 dots with scallop punches. thanks for a chance.

    I am a follower...

    cutecardsbyjamie AT yahoo DOT com

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  71. I forgot to tell you I am a follower and a subscriber. Thanks so much for the great ideas. dianeatweismanfamilydotnet

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  72. I just have the double loop punch and love it. I like this new set even more so thanks for the opportunity.
    I'm most definitely a follower. Your Design Studio tutorials have been wonderful!

    Thank you!
    pawprintspetsits at yahoo dotcom

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  73. I just became a follower, love your tutorials.
    I don't own any punches, and would love to own one.
    Thanks,
    Vicki

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  74. I don't have any PATP sets yet...I had the loopy punch set in my hands at Michael's over the weekend, then put it back for the MS scallop dot edge punch instead. I hesitated because the PATP sets look a bit complicated, but your instructions seem to prove otherwise. Thanks for all the pictures!!

    Oh, I've been a follower for a while!

    ~Sharon C.
    sconn0925 at yahoo dot com

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  75. This is the punch set I've been saving up for!! Would love to win it!! I have 3 other around the page sets, and love them all!!
    Thanks for the chance to win!!

    reissfam10ataoldotcom

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  76. Wow that is an awesome set. I don't have a MS set yet and would love - love - love to win this special set. Thanks.
    shesasassylady@hotmail.com

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  77. Thanks so much for the giveaway! My Fav punch around the page is the loopy loop one. That is also the only one I own so far.
    SG pheonix792001 at yahoo dot com

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  78. I have like 3 stamp around the pages punches already and love them all. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

    mszcat09atgmaildotcom

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  79. I love the way this punch set gives it a "twisted" look. I have the loop set and really love it.

    jennydecuir at hotmail dot com

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  80. I think I have three sets of wrap around the page sets, and I agree, even with my cricut I am drawn to the ease of the punches. And Martha's are the best. Thanks for the giveaway.'

    shanasewing at yahoo dot com

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  81. You did a fantastic job with your tutorial, thanks so much. I use these punches and I am getting better each time I use them. I love the spiderweb punch set, I wish I could use it all-the-time!
    miramacmail at yahoo dot com

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  82. Thank you for the great tutorial! I do not have any MS punch around the page sets yet, but I love Flower Patch set! I am already a follower of your blog. Thank you for the chance to win!
    carrie dot slaughter at gmail dot com

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  83. What a neat gift that would be! I have 2 border/corner sets by Martha Stewart. One is the snowflake and the other is the Loop...not quite sure of their names but I luv them both!
    srkuz@aol.com

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  84. Well, first let me say thank you. I have two of the MS "Punch Around the Page" sets...Aspen and Double Loop..and I love them. I was looking through the other sets and to be honest, there were quite a few I liked...Iron Gate, Scallop Fan, Ladybug. I have been following your blog for awhile also. Thanks again.

    http://iwycd.blogspot.com/

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  85. I do not own any of her sets. I do have the plain corner rounder punch. I would really love the scallop dot one though. Heck anything free will do , lol. thank you

    mcwooten1999@carolina.rr.com
    Chris

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  86. Ohh love this punch! I have the drippy goo, scallop with dots, and one of the arch punches. Like you, they are fun to use instead of the cricut sometimes. I'm a follower!

    jayne.boot@gmail.com

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  87. This is a pretty punch. I have several of he regular MS punches and just bought my first round the corner one-Double Loops-It's very pretty as well. I'm getting used to using it. I would love to have this added to my tool box.

    Alla S
    seven016@aol.com

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  88. Oh yes I have a Martha Stewart's snow flake punch around set. It's been so much fun to play with. And I have seen the leaf punch set. Thank you to Martha Stewart Cafts for sharing with all of us.
    smgunderscoregdpathotmaildotcom

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  89. That Laurel punch set looks wonderful! I have a couple of MS punches, but not any sets like that, would love to win it! Looking forward to all your ideas on using it.

    Hugs, Linda Lou from MN

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  90. I almost bought this punch today! I ended up getting her bird punch and the xl loopy punch. I'm a follower and would love to win one of these. Shari (cricutrookie)

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  91. I have a bunch of these sets, but my absolute fave is the ladybugs! I was just looking at this laurel set at Michaels the other day since I have an Oprah/Martha coupon to spend. I chose a different set, but maybe I'll get lucky and win one of these. Fingers crossed!

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  93. Diane,
    I love her punch around the page sets. I have the loop one. This laurel one is just gorgeous and seems very versatile. I never thought about layering different sizes for a card. It is lovely. Nor have I done both sides of a strip of paper. Thanks for all the wonderful ideas with detailed instructions! Thanks for the chance to win. I do also subscribe to your blog.
    buddy23018 at hotmail dot com

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  94. What a nice giveaway! I love MS punches. I am saving for the new "Cherish" one. I have the loop and snowflake PATP. You can contact me through a comment on my blog www.writemommy.blogspot.com

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  95. I have been a fan of your blog forever. Yours is the first blog I go to each day. You have solved so many problems for me. I have 2 MS punches but I was tentative about buying the around the page ones. Your tutorial has made it very clear to me. Thank you.
    I am a subscriber and would love to win this great punch. I will be checking back with my fingers crossed. Grammy Vail

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  96. I have been a follower for quite some time! I love all your great ideas and inspiration! I have several Martha Stewart punches - but none are punch around the page. Thanks for the chance!

    katkane43 at aol dot com

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  97. What a beautiful punch set. I have tons of her sets. Great quality.

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  98. I am such a fan of MS punches I have more than 5 of them and would love to have this one, too. I have two kinds of the scallop dot, an arch lattice punch, an edger zig zag that embosses and just purchased TODAY the edger threader. They work so well and punch cleanly. Thank you for sharing your designs with us. You are such an inspiration.
    MCF's Mimi
    mcroark at bellsouth dot com

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  99. Thanks so much for this opportunity to win. I've been a longtime follower- and love your work!

    my MB name is JenniferYoung8

    my email:
    youngsscrapping(at)gmail(dot)com

    I have 2 punch around the page punches, snowflake and ladybug, but I could see this set being a wonderful addition!

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  101. I am a follower. I would like to have any of the punches since I don't have any of them.
    Pat
    plweir at satx dot rr com

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  102. I have 1 punch around the page set and I was just trying to figure out how big to make my squares today!! How awesome that you have 10 to give away! I like all of them! I really like the way the double loop one and the spider web one look though! Very cool! I am a follower!!
    ra6352 (at) gmail (dot) com

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  103. I love Martha punches. Only have the eyelet ?? set. I always enjoy your DS instructions and ideas. Thanks for all the useful information.

    ntnab3 at gmail dot com

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  104. I do not have punch around the page sets, but have eyed them for a long time. I am a follower and love to see what projects you have to share.--Ryansmaama
    gkburrow at cmaaccess dot com

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  105. Nice punch set. Not one I have looked at yet. I have the double loop and the pansy punch around the page sets. I also have many border punches. I really like the double loop set the best. It really sets off any image.
    I already am a follower of your blog and appreciate all the information you pass along to us!

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  106. Beautiful punch set! I have a couple of MS punches but none that punch around the page. I am a follower.

    stampwithcarol at gmail dot com

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  107. I would love one of these sets as I don't have any Martha Stewart punches. They look great and are so versatile. Thanks for the opportunity to win one. I love your site and am so inspired by your talent. Thanks for sharing! Carrie dcmoos at comcast dot net

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  108. Thanks for all of yoru explanations. They are such a great help. I do have a couple of Martha Stewart punch around and I love them. I do not have this one and it would be nice to win it.

    sharon
    svrenna1atcolumbusdotrrdotcom

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  109. I have exactly zero punches. That includes puncha round sets....I would very much like to start a collection!! :)

    jayma15
    spunkygirl61@hotmail.com

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  110. I don't have any of these and would love to try one out. From what I have seen so far it would be very hard to pick one that would be a favorite. I do however like the spiderweb one and ladybug one looks pretty awesome to.
    angel hugs
    Debby
    angels5.2005 at gmail.com

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  111. ciao mi sono trovata a passare di qui per caso e ho visto questa meraviglie... io non posseggo nulla di simile il mio sogno sarebbe questo Martha Stewart Butterflies ma è davvero difficile sono tutti meravigliosi... spero ci sia una possibilità anche per me che non parlo inglese.... un saluto italiano rosa. kreattiva

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  112. Ooooo I love love love punches. I have approx. 100 of MS punches and several of those are the sets. I recently bought cracks set and love it. Yes, I'm a follower of your blog.

    Thanks for the opp to win!!!
    Crystal
    bowlergirl61(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  113. I love the punch around the page sets. I only have one though, the deco shells. I love the snowflake and iron gates sets also. I would love to add another set!

    mjhill at rochester dot rr dot com

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  114. I love these punches! I do not own any yet but would love to start with this one! Thanks for the great candy!

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  115. I follow your blog and love all you do.
    And yes I have 2 sets of Martha Stewarts punch around the page : Aspen snowflake and eyelet lace.
    I really love her punches, but in France we can't find the Laurel punch set.
    Thanks for the chance to win.
    you can join me at :
    minimes 17 at yahoo dot fr

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  116. I love MS punches! I have loaded of them and use them often as my go to "element" to the inside of cards as well to the outside. My fav punch is the classic lace punch. My punch around the page is the scallop flower set. Thanks for the chance to add to my growing collection. Luv2scrap44 at yahoo dot com

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  117. I am totally addicted to the MS around the page punches and have several sets. I agree even thought I could probably reproduce this in Design Studio it is sometimes much easier to just "pull out all the punches" Thanks for the chance to win.
    carrielisa at earthlink dot net.

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  118. I love MS punches and was tempted by this one but haven't puled the trigger. I didn't realize, until you pointed it out, that I all ready own the coordinating stamp set. What a fun card that would make!

    Thanks for the chance! Contact me at bjbmd@juno.com. Thanks! Kirsten B in MN

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  120. I love the Martha Stewarts punches. I have the scalloped set. I would use the punch around page to add a little flare to cards. I am already a follower.
    marionment at msn dot com.

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  121. I don't have any punches and have always wanted one. I haven't been brave enough! Would love this one.

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  122. What a great giveaway! I have a couple of Martha's punch around the page punches, but my fave is the eyelet lace one. It just looks so nice on any card.

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  123. I have far more of Maaaaaatha's punches than I care to admit. If I had to choose just one for my favorite - I would say the cupcake set.

    I am a follower, and a fellow Massachusetts resident ;)

    Jennifer

    morgansmom2000 at gmail .com

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  124. Your blog is one of the few that I have to check daily. Thanks for sharing all the great ideas and tips. Faith S
    rishannon2@cox.net

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  125. I would love to win this set. I have one of her sets, but am always on the lookout for more!

    my email:
    Kerry(at)mckinnis(dot)us

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  126. It would be great to win this set. I haven't got any of the border punches yet but I see what you do with them and think that perhaps I should invest!

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  127. Thank you for showing me how to do this. I don't have any of these punches but would love to.

    Cindy Garner

    cgarner AT machlink DOT com

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  128. Oh,and I am already subscribed to your blog - I love my morning emails with new ideas!

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  129. I would love to win this punch set. I really like Martha Stewart punches. Thank you. Marilyn Mae

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  130. What a great punch. I've avoided buying any of these because of having the Cricut but I think I'm going to change my tune. Thanks for offering this chance to win.

    jj ham (at) zoom internet (dot) net

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  131. I have followed your blog for several years, since I first got my Cricut and design studio. You have helped me so much. Your tutorials are amazing and thanks too, for the explanation of the MS ounces, I just purchased the French Scroll punch, it has kind of an art deco look. Thanks for the chance to win another punch and for your great blog! Maryvernau at yahoo dot com

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  132. What a wonderful punch set to win. I have become a huge punch fan....already a follower of your blog....you show great creations and always so eager to help.
    Deb (dbson2001@yahoo.com)

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  133. What a fantabulous giveaway!! I love MS products. I have the Fall Leaves (used the punch for the inside of some cards and then used the punched-out leaves on a card with a wheelbarrow and put all the leaves in the wheelbarrow very similar to the one you recently did), Spider Web and Pansy punch around the page sets. The newest one I got is the one of the family holding hands and I used that on adoption party invitations I am doing for my daughter. I'll post those on the cricut messageboard and possibly Splitcoast as soon as I get them totally finished--hopefully tonight.
    Crossing my fingers on this one!!

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  134. Already follow your wonderful blog. I have the Optic Dot Edge punch and would like the Eyelet Lace. Also hope I win the Laurel set. Thanks.

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  135. Wow! What a great giveaway! Thanks to you and to MS! I do have a few PATP sets and MS border punches. I tend to go for the scallopy, loopy or flowery ones. Two sets that I love that I don't have are the pansies and lady bugs. There are very few that I don't like, but I stay away from the seasonal ones that aren't as useful to me - I"m out of storage space!

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  136. I would love to have this set! I have several Martha Stewart punches and punch sets. So far my favorite seems to be the wider lattice edger with loops - you can use it for so many things!

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  137. Wow, what an amazing giveaway! I don't currently have any Martha Stewart border punches but I have been looking at them and would love to get some. I don't have a favorite just yet. Thank you for the chance to win :-)

    Annette

    asimpson2 at telus dot net

    http://sunflowerscreations.blogspot.com

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  138. What a great set, I could to have it to make some great cards. I have the double loop and the loops around the page punchers, I also have some of the deep edge and other puchers by M.S.

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  139. Thank you for giving us the chart. That will help with future projects. I would love to have this one. My favorite puch I use all the time is both the small dots and the scalloped two dotted one.

    rrewin at comcast dot net

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  140. love that punch! my favorite in my stash is the spider web. i so enjoy your blog as i follow every day..you are a great teacher and help me a lot in expanding my knowledge of cricut and also enjoy the new england pics!thanks, kathy b.

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  141. This set looks amazing. I love her sets; I currently have 3, the seashell, arches and 1 more which I cannot remember now. I would absolutely love to win another set. I am drooling over the pansy set but cannot find locally (i didn't know there is a website to purchase) I love following your blog, I learn so much from all of your inspirations. Thanks for sharing.

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  142. I saw this punch last weekend and now wish I have picked one up. Thanks for the demo, I've printed it off for the future!

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  143. I saw this punch last weekend and now wish I have picked one up. Thanks for the demo, I've printed it off for the future!

    hallsontop@aol.com

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  144. i love the new ppunch you have just got i have the maple leaf one and the butterfly one i just love them

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  145. These new Martha punches are fabulous. I used the 50% coupon at Michaels to get the double loop one. I'd love to have this set. I follow your blog and that is the first thing I look at when I open my email! Thanks for sharing your creativity.

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  146. Thanks for the wonderful tutorial on how to use the punch effectively. I have the loop around the page punch and love that one. I may have to see if my M's has this one.....

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  147. I love the detailed tutorials you give they are fab. I have a pansy round the page and one of the heart round the page. I think of these two the pansy is my favourite but I would also like the modern arch set.

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  148. I have several of the punch around the page punches. My favorite one is the one with the little seashells. I use them for borders too. I don't own this laurel one and would love to. Thanks for your great blog.... I always learn something new!
    claudia matzke at hotmail dot com

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  149. I love M.S. punches I have several of them but only one round the page Dot Edge Punch.
    I follow your blog and can not wait to get an email from you love the way you explain exactly how you made your cut files.
    Thanks for the chance to win this great punch!
    beazora@yahoo.com

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  150. Thank you for the detailed tutorial on the proper way to use the round the page puch. I tried one before but couldn't get it to line up correctly. The directions on the box were to small for me to read. I would love to win one of these sets. I have a border punch but I just love what you did with the Laurel.

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  151. Hey Diane! I can't believe there's one I don't have. LOL Just came home with another set yesterday which makes a lucky 13 of the punch around the page sets. My fave is the gothic fence (at the moment anyway). Couldn't begin to count the rest. I'm a punch junkie! Would love to add to my collection. Thanks for the chance! Have been a long time subscriber to your blog. xxD dlmundinger@yahoo.com

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  152. What a wonderful giveaway and so wonderful that MS gave you ten of them is super wonderful! I just looked at these for the first time this week - I have the coupon from the Oprah show, but didn't get one, opted to pick up a stamp set with birds on it instead. The one I thought I might use most I didn't see listed on the link in your blog, but it had little circles all round the page. Really liked the design it left. BTW, I subscribe via email to your blog and LOVE IT!
    JeanH j20.hum@gmail.com

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  153. Oh, this punch is so cool. I don't have any of Martha Stewart punches, but was eying them recently. I love adding borders to my cards and scrapbooking pages, so this product will be good for those projects. I am a follower and would LOVE to win one of these sets. joanvanc@gmail.com

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  154. Thanks for the opportunity to win this great set! I have quite a fiew MS punches - and I love the punch-around-the-page sets. I am a follower and also read your blog regularly via RSS reader.

    deborah dot L dot skinner at gmail dot com

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  155. I love the MS punches. I have about four of these sets. I have the double loops, the lspiral looking one, pansies and the chain of little daisy flowers. I wasn't sure either if I would like this one, but I can that I know I would. I've been a follower for about two years now. Thanks, dj

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  156. I just love your blog!!! I get email updates! I do not have any MS punches as I am just starting to get into this and am slowing building up my "toys"! I do have a Cricut Expressions and am having a super great time playing with it! Thanks for the super fun giveaways!

    s halbgewachs at sbcglobal dot net

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  157. I would absolutely loooove to win the Martha Stewart punch around the page punch. The punches aren't sold where I live and I desperately want one for making cards, a hobby I enjoy very much! I hope you pick me, please!!!

    sfread171athotmaildotcom

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  158. I LOOOOOVe Martha Stewart's punches, I have one complete around set. I also have the Halloween drippy doo punch. They cut so beautifully, you must own some. Thank you as always for sharing your ideas. I love your creativity.

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  159. This is a beautiful punch. The only MS punch I own is a snowflake punch. I look at her punches everytime I go to the craft stores but the ones I really like are just not in my budget right now. I think I am going to have to break down and buy some though as I find my cricut tends to tear the intricut designs when they are cut small. This punch would look pretty with small flowers added to the design. If I win this set, I will try it and post it. Thanks for the opportunity to win. bhoward at kci dot net

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  160. I have several MS punch around the page sets, because I like the borders and corners to match. Thanks for the video to help me get the punches to match up. I really enjoy your blog. Keep up the good work.
    Judi

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  161. I love your blog and check it daily. I have a bunch of Martha Halloween punches, my favorite is the Drippy Goo. I've seen the sets before, but thought they looked too complicated for me. Your blog description and pictures make it look so easy, so I hope I win a set. I am a follower and just love your tutorials!
    Thanks for being generous with your time and talent.
    graveld at yahoo dot com

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  162. i would love this punch set i have the 2 that were on her HSN show and love them . also i am a follower.
    AnnW
    weedmanaatembarqmaildotcom

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  163. What a terrific giveaway! I am a follower and subscriber ~ of course! Love to see what you create daily! Hard to pick my favorite MS punch (hers are certainly the best ~ they actually CUT!) Maybe the eyelet lace. Thanks so much for the opportunity!
    SusanJ in Atlanta
    SJuskowiak at aol dot come

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  165. Thanks Diane, I follow your blog everyday and just love your stories and the projects you do. I just bought the lace doily punch on Monday night and just love it. I was looking at the drippy goo and a few others but the laurel one did catch my eye I even had it in my hands but opted for the one I bought. JSharer417 at aol dot com

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  166. Looks like a cool punch, Diane. I only have the MS loop punch (not sure of the proper name as it's not on the punch *hint to MS*). I'm a follower and love your daily posts! Thanks for sharing all your creativity

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  167. I would love to win the laurel set. Right now my favorite is the double loops set. I punch both sides of a one inch strip and it makes a great decorative strip with a circle in the middle and loops on each side.

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  168. Love these punches. However, I have been unable to purchase any as yet. Love all your projects.
    bmmchamatcoxdotcom

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  169. What a great giveaway. I would love to have this set. I have several of the punch-around-the-page sets and love them. It is hard to pick a favorite as they are all so pretty, but I do like the layered arches set a lot. I am a subscriber and enjoy visiting your blog. Thanks for all the techniques and info your share on your blog.

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  170. Thank you so much for your site!! I was about to toss my cricut until I located your site....and now I can actually use it beyond powering it on and off! I love MS punches. The one I seem to use most is her double loops around the page. I also seem to use the deep edge doily lace. Please keep up your fantastic blogs! They really are packed with useful info.

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  171. I have pansy punch around the page and a couple of more than I do not know the name of them ( I have the lace and the birds and the joy ones). I love your blog and your cards are beautiful.I hope that I can add these punches to my collection. You are very talented and I am a follower and have subscribed to your blog.

    catlady709@comcast.net

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  172. What a wonderful prize! I have 25 Martha Stewart punches but so far have not purchased one of the punch around the page sets! I do have three of the corner punches, though, and love the pansy one. The one you used here is really pretty, and I'd love to make this my first set. Of course, then, I'd have to start collecting the others....

    Sopranoannie
    annstahmer@cox.net

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  173. I have been a follower of your blog for about six months. I love CDS and I love your projects. I have three MS punch around the page sets; my favorite is the Eyelet Lace. I just got the spiderweb punch around the page but have not used it yet. I would love to win! Thank you for the chance!
    sheree.burress@gmail.com

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  174. I have a number of Martha Stewart punches (her butterfly is still my favorite..can put one of those almost anywhere)..anyway, I have the snowflake set..guess it's almost time to bring it out for the season.

    I also subscribe to your postings.
    jcamp2020 at aol dot com

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  175. WOW! Look at all these comments, Diane!! You are one popular blogger, mostly because YOU and YOUR TUTORIALS, your pictures, are THE BEST in the BIZ! And it's nice that MS rewarded you and your followers with ten of these great sets. OF COURSE, I am a follower and would love *2* chances to win this new Laurel set!

    I ♥ MS around-the-corner punches and have several. I think my favorite is the Double Loop, although Eyelet Lace is very nice too. I use both sets often, and would love to add another to my collection. THANK YOU and MS for this opportunity.

    I notice you're traveling a bit. If you are coming into Bucks County, PLEASE let me know. I would love to meet you and take you to my favorite scrappin' haunts! E-mail @ cardmonkey at comcast dot net.

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  176. Hello, I don´t have any yet, but I would love to have one, they´re so gourgeous, my favorite one is Martha StewartCombo Scallop Three Dot Set. I´m suscriber, and thanks for the chance.

    craftyhomemadeatgmaildotcom

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  177. What a great giveaway and thanks for the tip about adding 1.75 in to any side. I have only punch aruond the page -- the double loop set. They're a little too expensive for my budgte but I do love the one I have.

    lroberts00@msn.com

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  178. When I saw this punch at the top of your post I realized that I have to have it for the many flowery cards that I make. Thanks for the opportunity to win it!

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  179. I have too many and don't want anybody to know how many I have - lol- love them and use them on almost every project for extra interest and texture. I don't have this set but am eyeing the new ones that sell for 32.99 and I know that's too much but they are really nice. I seem to like the bigger ones the best.

    I am a follower and a subscriber.

    You always have great information.

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  180. Hi:
    I love your blog. I am both a follower and subscriber and you have given me so many ideas. They don't ever seem to come out like yours but oh well. I have the Martha Stewart punch "Deco Shells" and would love a chance to win another one. Thanks, Chris
    chrisbuob at centurytel dot net

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  181. What a beautiful punch set. I have several of the MS punches, but not a Punch Around Set.Her punch designs are very well made easy to use, and designs are great. I would love to own the Laurel punch set to create with!

    Barb
    barbsargent at gmail dot com

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  182. Loving this set! It looks so versatile. Of course I love the work you do also! I do own several MS punches, but no Punch Around Sets -- yet. I am also a follower/subscriber of your blog!

    Thanks for this opportunity!

    Cheri Pearce
    cheri.pearce at verizon DOT net

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  183. WOW ... Diane, this punch set is awesome ... and giving away 10 of them is over the top AWESOME! Oh how I hope I am one of the winners!

    So how many punch around the page sets do I have? I don't have any, can you believe it? I have lots of MS punches, especially boarder punches ... but not one single punch around the page set. It's about time I got one, don't you think? *wink*

    Hugz,
    ♥Carol♥
    From the Cricut MB

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  184. Thank you for the review it has been very helpful.

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  185. What a pretty punch! I also love Martha Stewart's punches. The one that I am using this week is the leaf (I think Maple Leaf) punch. Instead of using it as around the project, I am punching different colors of the leaf to put in a wheelbarrow for one of the months of calendars that I am making as Christmas gifts.

    P.S. I have had to buy most of the punches that you have demonstrated. That are GREAT aren't they?

    Thanks for the chance to win one!

    Marjorie from TX

    marjorie _ brundage at sbcglobal dot net

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  186. I love my Martha punches too! My current favorite is the optic dot edge and corner. All of the Martha punches work so easily and punch so nicely. I wish I could own them all! Look forward to your cards highlighting the Martha punches.

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  187. I don't have any of the punch around the page sets yet, but I think my favorite one is Pansy.

    This one is beautiful too - thanks for the chance to win!

    JamieB
    jch70592 at yahoo dot com

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  188. My favorite PATP is Double Loops. Makes a nice border around pictures. Thanks for the chance. My first post gave me an error so I hope I don't double post.

    jdkentinc at aol dot com

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  189. I have a couple sets of punch around the page, but I can't remember the names because I haven't gotten much of a chance to use them. I used a 50% off coupon for one Monday & I even looked at the laurel, but decided on the one called scallop dot, I think.

    I do know that my favorite is the pansy set!

    I think I'm a follower, but I couldn't see it & If not, I hope it counts that I get the email updates everyday.

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  190. I have the deco shell punch set but have not been able to get them to come out like I wanted - your great information will change that!! I love the Martha Stewart punches - all sizes - all shapes. This laurel set would be a great addition to my stash!! crbostick at comcast.net

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  191. Oh, that's a really pretty new MS punch set! Thanks for the opportunity to win one. I've got several of Martha's border punches, but none of the Around the Page sets yet. I've got my eye on several of them and it's nearly impossible to pick just one as my favorite...they're all so cool! I guess at the top of my list is the Layered Arches because it's so versatile. Then, ANY of the Halloween punch sets would be second on my list, LOL!

    I've been a subscriber and follower of yours for quite some time; in fact, yours is the very FIRST scrapbooking blog I ever subscribed to! :)

    info@happypaws-pet.com

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  192. I love these punch sets. I have a few and like them all so no favorite. Although I do like the lace one for making border strips.

    Thanks for the chance to win a new one. I am a subscriber and a follower. I love getting new ideas.

    JeanP
    ladyaruba12"at"cox"dot"net

    Can't get my google acct passwords to work!!!!!!

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  193. Love love MS punches. Only gave small ones .. kinda costly for the larger ones. I would really love to have many of the all around ones. This one is so usable all the time. No seasonal theme.
    sassyb95 at yahoo dot com

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  194. Hi Diane. Thanks for offering such a wonderful gift. I love how you layered the punched borders in different colors. MS makes wonderful punches, but I have none of the around the page sets. I would love to win this one. I follow your blog because your designs are wonderful and inspiring. TFS them!!!
    Sue

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  195. Hi! I just bought my first PATP this weekend. I bought dbl loops and that is also my favorite. I'd love to have more tho!! Thank you for the chance to win one.
    p19hodgesatcomcastdotnet

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  196. hi I love the Martha punches and have a couple of singles and one border punch with the lacey edges but not the full set like this one. I do follow your blog for ideas and have learned a lot about the Cricut and design studio - thanks!
    dlux@shaw.ca

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  197. I have the Double Loop set - but i love all Martha Stewart punchs! I am a follower of your blog and this is a great giveaway - thanks!

    Deanne G
    dgutierez1@msn.com

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  198. I am new to following your blog and have been looking at several of the MS Punch Borders. I do not personally have any of the punches but have used the snowflakes and am extremely interested in the stars to work on some cheer pages for my daughter. Thanks! Sarah seelmoreatcomcastdotnet

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  199. i love the punch. i have two sets but don't know what they are called. i am a follower so put me in for two. i do ready your blog almost daily and appreciate all the info you provide and the great ideas. tx for sharing.
    ccjackson4181@comcast.net

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