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Valentine Love

And it's done!



I purposely drive past my house so I can see the pillow.



My neighbors have commented on how they love seeing the seasonal porch decorations.  I didn't realize how much they enjoy it.. and it makes my  heart happy!


I used my Cricut Maker for this pillow and I just love how I could upload the images, do a little editing and then it was ready for use!







This certainly made cutting things out so much easier, not to mentions precise!


I also got some card making done.  I thought I would be making cards with my Circut Maker but when I saw this adorable pattern and her example... I couldn't help myself!  These were just too much fun.  I even bought extra patterns so I could give them to my quilting friends!




Yesterday was such a great day that I had a chance to do a little more porch decorating!


Hope the neighbors enjoy it!

Since Valentine's Day is on Ash Wednesday, there won't be any candy, cake or special dinners for us.  But isn't Valentine's Day every day when you are with the one you love?

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