Koh-i-noor pencil tutorial, Paper piercing tutorial and Ultra clean!
I know I have been talking about Koh-i-noor pencils for months. Alicia and I demonstrated them all weekend at the St. Paul show a couple of weeks ago. We sell them in our retail store and we've used them in a couple of our odorless mineral spirits classes with rave reviews.I think one of the big questions is "do I love them more than my Prismacolor pencils?" The short answer is no, not more, just differently and for different reasons. LOL! Prismacolor pencils will always be a fabulous coloring tool and I will always love mine. I love the large variety of color choices you get with Prismacolor pencils however, I am also learning to mix my coloring tools together and mix my colors to create new colors so color variety is becoming less of an issue for me.
Let me explain to you some of the things that I love about Koh-i-noor pencils.
Quality
First of all, they are pure color- no wood. They feel really great in your hand. They sharpen really well. I have trouble with my Prismacolor pencils breaking when I sharpen them. That's because some of the leads are broken on the inside. If a Koh-i -noor pencil lead is broken, you know it because the whole pencil is broken. (They are easy to break if you drop them but otherwise, they are pretty tough. I dropped one off of my table and it broke but it still works just fine.)
Texture
The texture is unlike anything I've ever felt before. I have Stampin' Up pure color pencils, Stampin' Up metallic pencils, Prismacolor pencils, EK success pencils, Lowell-Cornell pencils, Crayola pencils and RoseArt pencils. Koh-i-noor pencils are the most buttery smooth pencils I've ever used. They almost seem like they are part pastel, part pencil.
Price
They come in a pack of 24 pencils for only $15.95. That's a great price for the quality you get and they come in a neat little box with two drawers that pull out. It's easy and convenient to throw them in your travel bag for quick coloring on the go. (The 24 pack is the largest size they make as of now.)
Vibrant Color
In the example below, I colored the same image with a Prismacolor Pencil and a Koh-i-noor pencil. I tried to find colors that were very close and I chose blue because blue tends to be a stubborn color to blend with OMS and it's hard to keep it vibrant.
Then, using the Gina K. Designs artist grade odorless mineral spirits and two separate blending stumps, I blended each of the dresses.
I noticed that the Koh-i-noor pencils blended smoother with less of a textured appearance.
Then, I added a little purple to each dress to give it some depth. Here's a close up shot of the two dresses with the purple added.
As I blended the purple, it washed out on the Prismacolor side but not as much on the Koh-i-noor side.
Prismacolor has a million great shades for skin tones but Koh-i-noor doesn't so I used my Copic Marker in 'skin pink' to color the skin.
Do you like the piercing? I first found out about this technique from Melanie Muenchinger and Sharon Harnist. They learned all about it from Jody Morrow. Once I tried it, I knew you would all love it so I decided that we would bring it into the store. (Check out Melanie's blog for another sample of this technique.)
Here's how it works.
The piercing is done with a new template product that we have added to the store. We're calling it our "paper piercing templates-3 pack." I know they have other names but we've purchased them in bulk in three different shapes- a circle, a star and a square. When you purchase them in our store, you get all three shapes in one pack.
All you have to do is place the plastic paper piercing template over what you want to pierce and pick a row.
As you begin to pierce, choose the same spot in each box to pierce your holes. For example, I used the upper right hand corner of each box. This makes my pierced circle pretty even.
I decided to try it with the square template too.
The piercing adds such a nice touch to your projects.
Here is an up close photo of the piercing and coloring. (I blended two Koh-i-noor colors to get the color of her dress.)
Details- Patterned Paper by DCWV 'Once upon a time,' Fibers by Basic Grey, Nestabilities, Stamp set- 'Heartfelt Hits' and 'Sandy Claws,' SU whisper white card stock, Koh-i-noor pencils, Gina K. Designs OMS and blending stumps, stickles, Prism Prismatics cardstock, Copic marker for skin.
Okay, one more quick show and tell.
Look at this stamp!
(Do you have any this bad?)
Yuck! I wanted to use this greeting on my card. It's supposed to say Celebrate the Moment but it was totally encrusted in black Stazon Ink since the last time it was used. (That was in December when we did a make and take thing for Christmas!) So, it's been like that for about six 6 months!
I couldn't even use the stamp because the rubber was hard as a rock. It wasn't even flexible anymore because of all that dried up gunky ink.
I pulled out my Ultraclean stamp cleaner and sprayed some on my clean up pad. (Yeah, I know, the pad is dirty too!) Then, I sat my stamp on it for about a minute or two to allow the cleaner to break down the crust.
Then, I scrubbed...and look!
I love Ultraclean. It never lets me down!Hope you enjoyed these tutorials!
Have a wonderful spring weekend!
Hugs,
Gina K.
Love the paper piercing template idea!!! My rows are never straight!
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great stuff! love those pencils and the ultraclean is awesome!
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Wow - Gina - you never cease to amaze me. I always learn something new every time I read your blog. You ARE the BEST!
Thanks.
Teresa
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super cool pencils. and the round template is spectacular. thanks for all the generosity you share.
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Aren't those plastic canvas shapes?? What a fantastic idea! Thanks for another great tutorial!
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I LOVE the ultra clean as well, it gets what the others leave behind!! Those templates look great and would be great to have in my collection!! Thanks for commenting on the prismacolor pencils I have a real problem with my breaking so easy, I thought it was just me.
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The more I read your blogs, the more I fall in love with your products. I wish there were classes where I live.
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The coloring is absolutetly gorgeous! I could see LOVING these pencils. It's so beautiful!
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Oh, man, those Koh-i-noor pencils are leaving me drooling!!! I would LOVE to win a set ;^)*
Thanks for the chance! Yippee!
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summer is here, which means more free time for me--can't wait to make the trip to wisconsin to visit your store again!!
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OMG! Love, Love your ideas! You are so generous as well. Thanks for the blog candy offer!
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Wow, I just love my Prismacolor pencils, but these Koh-i-noor have my attention for sure! I love the vibrant shade of blue above that you got with them, and I love the piercing template, too. I saw it last week on Melanie's blog and thought -- 'now why didn't I think of that?!' LOL
Thanks for a chance to win some FANTASTIC stuff, Gina!
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The pencils are a new MUST! The templates are a great idea. And I LOVE
I just got my Prismacolor pencils a couple months ago but these Koh-i-noor ones sound great. Would love to try them. Your coloring is great...I have lots to learn yet.
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I love the paper piercing templates! What a great idea! Can't wait to try the pencils either! Thanks so much for sharing!
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Love the paper piercing templates. Genious!!!!
It's a good life!
Terri E.
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Oh, I love your tut!! I would love to learn how to color better, and what better way than with colored butter!! They sound wonderful! Love the templates! NEED the ultra clean!!
Thanks for a great tut!!
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Those pencils are so yummy! I just have to have some!
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Thanks for the great in depth comparison. I love my prismacolors so I've been pretty hesitant to part from them. Now you've really tempted me with these fab new pencils!
V
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Wow! and Wow! Love the piercing template. So much easier this way. Thank you for generoisty...would love this blog candy.
T.Lett
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Wow! what an amazing difference with the Koh-i-noor pencils----I LOVE ultraclean, too best stuff ever!!
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The Koh-i-noor pencils look wonderful - thanx for a chance to win a set along with all the other lovely blog candy!
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Wow! Love the tutorial and love the pencils. And I love your blog. It is so informative. Thanks for another chance at some great blog candy!!
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The pencils look awesome, Gina. Of course, it really helps that you used my favorite color blue! And I do believe I need some of that cleaner.
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Thanks so much for all of the info, Gina! I hope you pick me! ;0) Thanks for the chance!
Michelle Adams
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I love the paper piercing 3 pack!
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Holy cow-- check out that ultraclean!!!! Wow! Those coloring pencils look like a lot of fun too.
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And I thought I had a good cleaner. WOW - that beats all! Gotta have some of that! I love the pencils as well. I just bought some Gamsol and going to get some pencils to try them out. Maybe I can win them! I love to paper pierce as well - if I would just remember to do it!
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Yes, Ultraclean is da bomb! Thanks for the tips about the pencils and templates!
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The Koh-i-noor pencils look wonderful! I love the paper piercing templates - I've been using a scrap of plastic canvas for straight line piercing for quite a while, but love the round and star shapes!
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Wow, those pencils look amazing!!
I love how you always show the differences.
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Love the way these work. Would like to try them.
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The pencils are great. I love the look they gave your sample. What I great idea for the paper piercing, never would have thought of that. Thanks for the creative tips as always!
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Oh, I hope I win. I am always looking for new coloring tools. These are gorgeous and would be perfect to take to stamp class.
The cleaner is just amazing.I never liked stazon because it stained my stamps--I will have to reconsider.
The templates are perfect too and look so easy to use--sure beats the graph paper I use now (LOL)
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Gina, those pencils look amazing!!! I gotta have them. Please pick me
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I love to see the stamp cleaning tip. I hate to admit I am not always conscientious when I am done stamping. Thanks so much. I also love the Koh-i-noor pencils. Thanks for all your info!
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I can't wait to get the pencils and give them a try. And talk about timing. A fellow teacher gave me approximately 40 different type stamps that she uses in her classroom. I don't think they have every been cleaned and I was trying to decide what would be the best way to tackle that job. It appears that the Ultra Clean is just what I need. Thanks for sharing.
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wow love your ideas and would love to win the goodies too!!!
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I already ordered the pencils and now I can't wait for the piercing templates! I like my Prismacolor pencils, too, and I've had them since my college art days (too many years ago!). But I didn't hesitate when I saw the Koh-i-noor pencils ~ it's a name I trust from when I was a technical illustrator and used their pens every single day. Thanks so much for your incredibly helpful blog
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Wow!! Thanks for the comparison with the pencils. Must add to wish list.
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Cool Pencils! Love the paper piercing templates!!!
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I like the look of Koh-i-noor pencils. The templates are great.
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Great card! Love the vibrancy of the pencils and those cool templates!
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Love all your info, and those pencils look wonderful. I am always looking for new coloring methods, so pick me!
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Wow! I don't know which is more interesting the new pencils, (I use Prismacolor ALL the time) the piercing templates, (never tried that but *love* the look) or the cleaner! (I just use baby wipes)
That was amazing how well it cleaned that stamp!
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Wow! I can't believe how well that ultra clean works! I have some stamps that need some badly!
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Wow! what a great tutorial! I love the side-by-side comparison of the prismas and koh-i-nor pencils! Koh-i-nor has been around forever - I love their drafting pens - not that I draft - they're just cool pens to use! I also love the new paper piercing tools in the different shapes! This looks to be very versatile!
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Oooooo! I hope you pick me! I hope you pick me!! I HOPE YOU PICK ME!!!
PICK ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
~Sue
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I LOVE how deep that blue stays after blending it. What an awesome idea with the plastic canvases, I think I have some of those somewhere...
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Wow - what an awesome post today full of GREAT ideas!! As always, after opening my e-mail update from you I feel inspired to go do some stamping. Thank you!!
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Thanks for the great info. I have prismacolor pencils, but I might have to try the koh-i-noor pencils. I love how vibrant they are.
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Oh, my. You are always on the cutting edge of new and exciting products... How I would love to win! Thanks!
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Great stuff, Gina! I can't wait to try it all!
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I'm just getting started in the different coloring options and would love to win these pencils.
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I would love the opportunity to inherit this stash of blog candy.
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Another great tutorial. And those
Koh-i-noor sure are looking smooth. I was wondering if the star template would work; now I know. Thank you (again) for everything!
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I LOVE the templates and the ultracleaner!! Thank you for showcasing such great products!
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Pick me, pick me! I would LOVE to try those pencils!
Thanks for the comparison with the Prismacolor, it is nice to see the difference.
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Love the info! I've never seen a round template - how fun. And how I need some Ultra clean. I'm feeling lucky.
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I am so happy to see this article on the lovely Koh-I-Noor pencils - I have just ordered a set, hopefully they will arrive soon. I haven't been this excited about a product in ages. I like the template idea too, must try that.
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Gina, what marvellous blog candy and I must have all three!! Well, maybe, if I'm lucky. Love the comparison of the colouring tools.
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Great article, Gina! I love the Prisma's but your examples have really made me curious and excited about using the Kon-i-noor's. The price is right, so I think a set is in my future on way or the other!
I agree; I'm head-over-heels in love with my Ultra Cleaner! My scrubber pad looks even worse than yours, though! Drives me nuts, too, lol!
I rinse mine out about once a week and it stays pretty clean (even though it looks filthy!) The key (for me), is to use just a tiny bit of Ultra Clean ... a little goes a l-o-n-g way and then I'm not rinsing so much down my drain once a week either!
Once again, thanks for all the information AND inspiration!!
~Hugs, Deb
debkneer at aol dot com
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WOW WOW WOW, I cant beleive how clean you got your stamp!!! I am definatly needing to try that cleaner!
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Gina,
I am so impressed with all the articles you do, each time I learn something if its little or something really new.
I love the templates, thats a really cool idea.
Thanks
Jeanine
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ACK! You always have the BEST blog candy! I was thinking about buying the ultraclean because I have a couple stamps I just can't get clean... I hope I win!
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WOW, WOW, WOW!!! This entry is chock full of goodies. I am droolin' over all 3 of these fabulous goodies...and crossing my fingers and toes that I win.
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i'll be ordering some of those pencils, i tell ya...i recently saw a blog demonstrate blending the KIN pencils with her COPICS...OMG...i needs some...i could use the ultra cleen too LOL
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I need some of that ultra clean! I have TONS of stamps my kids are always using and never cleaning
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Those pencils are amazing! And way to go ultraclean
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I think I would LOVE these pencils! Thank you for such an awesome post, all my faves... pencils, paper piercing and getting your stamps clean, how can you beat that
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Oh, Fab-O! Have to try all 3!
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I would so love to win something, anything from you!! Love your techniques!!
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Gina, all I can say is that you are my hero! I love your blogs, your products, your tutorials, and your online store. Thank you for all you do for us - your the best!
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I just puchased some round plastic canvas at WM, thought it might work for circles, Voila, you did too..gorgeous colors, would love to win some of those goodies.....
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WOW! I would just LOVE to win this blogcandy! It is amazing. Thank you for such a great oportunity!
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Oh thank you for th egreat coloring tips. I am totally scared off by all the choices out there. This blog cleared some of the fog!!:0) And I'm always looking for a better cleaner. I'm a nut for taking care of my rubber!
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Wow!Gonna have to give these pencils a try soon. And the blog candy sounds yummy too!
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Your cards are awesome, I really love them and those templates really made them over the top, I saw the star one on Melanie's blog today. They are so awesome!! Wow that cleaning stuff is magic, unbelievable!! Thanks for another chance to win, you rock!!
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Boy... some of my stamps could sure use that ultraclean! I didn't know stamps could get so clean after using stazon!
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Dear Gina.....I love your tutorials and your blog candy---I'd like to win just once! MollyK.
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WOW! Staz-on cleaner doesn't even work that well. I'll have to get some of that. thanks for another great lesson!
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Beautiful card and awesome products. Thanks for sharing and the giveaway.
b dot werts at sbcglobal dot net
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WOW! Absolutely gorgeous, stunning.
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I would love to win this one! A great give-a-way for sure. Thanks as always for your great blog and a chance to win!
Diane
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What a wonderful explanation and demonstration of the pencils. Since I don't have any "good" colored pencils I really need these Koh-i-noor pencils to start coloring in my new stamps. Thank you so much for this information and for sharing all your secrets!
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I would love to win all three blog candy. I want to try them all. Thank You for doing that and your tutorials are great. Nancy P.
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WOW!!! I am going to have to get the cleaner!!! That is impressive! Great cards! I tank you so much for the samples and techniques! They are a tremendous help!
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I was admiring the Koh-i-noor pencils earlier - they look great! I'm also going to have to try the Ultraclean on some of my "ultra" stained stamps. You always have such wonderful products to share!
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Wowo I have to get me some of that ultra clean. I would thought that stamp was a gonner. WOW.
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The Paper Piercing Templates resemble Plastic Canvas, are they similar? I have wondered about what technique or tool was used to make this so perfect! WOW ~ you are always amazing me!!!
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The paper piercing template looks like another MUST have tool. Thanks Gina!
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Gina...awesome blog candy. I love these new products esp the paper piercer templates. Hope I get picked! I also love the ultraclean and have a lot of my friends hooked on this awesome stuff
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Wow what great blog candy love the pencils, cleaner and of course I never would have thought to use plastic canvas for paper piercing great ideas and I love the tutorials for all three.
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awesome!
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Hi! Great blog candy! All new products that look wonderful. Love you example of how the pencils work. Hope I win! Thanks for the opportunity.
Toota-loo,
Karen Sutton
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Gina,
You're so generous with the blog candy.... Thank you for making it so fun! I love the colored pencil comparison too.
DeniseB
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wow...some more awesome looking pencils....I just love stamping stuff!
The piercing tools are clever and I love ultraclean too....nice candy!
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Gina: thanks for the info about the Koh-i-noor pencils. I love the deep coloring. Perhaps we do not need to give up the prismacolors, but add to them when needed. ALso you won't believe this, I found some plastic canvas at my job and thought it could be used for paper piercing by my clients who are mentally ill. You just confirmed for me that it is possible. Thanks also for the tip about ultraclean! You are a great teacher. Boy, this a l--o--n--g comment!
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There's nothing like good tools! Thanks for sharing about the pencils. They look absolutely amazing!
Hugs,
lise
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Wow, you always find the neatest things. Those templates are amazing and who couldn't use a stamp cleaner that is magic. The pencils sure look alot brighter. Thanks for sharing.
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The paper piercing templates are such a great idea. It really adds a nice touch to the cards. I need some ultraclean for a few of my stamps! I can't believe how nicely it cleaned off the ink! Have a nice weekend, Gina!
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i am impressed! with you, Koh-i-noor and Ultraclean!
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Wow, I can't believe how great that stamp cleaner worked! Love the other products too. Would love to win your blog candy. Thanks for the chance.
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Gosh, Gina you've found one more supply item that I HAVE to have. You are the Enabler Queen. Love the card - Nimmy.
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I too, love Ultra Clean. Just watch out for your manicure as it will take off the polish. It was fun to see you in "real" at the St. Paul show. Those templates look great. Please pick me. Barb B
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You are making those pencils look so appealing! The color looks just beautiful! Thanks for the chance Gina!
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WOW what great blog candy! I love your products and your honest opinion of products! These are all products that I know will be in my shopping cart ASAP
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Thanks Gina for the info on the Koh-i-noor pencils. They look awesome!
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I love all 3 products and would be sooooo happy to win! Thanks for the opportunity! I have some stamps I thought I'd never get clean again. I also have lots of other pencils, but the Koh-i-noor look like lots of fun
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I am so interested in the pencils and I've never heard of Ultra Clean. This post just might have cost me some $$.
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Wow! The Koh-i-noor pencils do give a different look in your examples. They are just Fabulous!! I certainly would love to play with them.
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I MUST invest in some Ultraclean. And I would definitely love some of those Koh-i-noor pencils too! Maybe I will win and I won't have to spend any money
Wish me luck!
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Wow! That's great info on the pencils! Thanks for the chance to win them too!
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Great products on your blog today! I would love to win! I am intimidated by coloring so I haven't done much other than a little bit with watercolor pencils.
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Good evening...love your blog and candy
I look forward to reading it daily
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Wow that Ultraclean is really amazing, thanks for the input on it. Also the love the hint with the plastic canvas. Hugs n' Stuff, Lynne
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These pencils look beautiful and I love the templates. I have several stamps that I could use the cleaner for. Thanks for always looking for us more products.
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Wow I think I will have to get the pencils. I have been wondering what to buy for pencils to use with mineral spirits. You sold me. The cleaner looks awesome!!
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I love the smooth finish on the Koh-i-noor pencils. It's really beautiful! The piercing templates in different shapes are a terrific idea as well.
Thanks for the chance!
Laura
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Thanks for sharing these new pencils, the piercing templates, and yes, I love UltraClean too!!
Susan, aka Soozie4Him on SCS
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I love coloring but I haven't tried Koh-i-noor pencils yet - something else to add to my wish list! Thanks for the tutorials.
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More cool stuff! Love Gina K!
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Thank you for the wonderful visual comparison of pencils and for the wonderful blog candy!!
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I am totally impressed with all three items that you reviewed/discussed on this entry. I own Prismacolor pencils and love them, but the Koh-i-nor pencils seem to have a more realistic appearance; the Paper Piercing Template-3 is a fantastic item, looks like it is so much easier to use than the paper piercing product put out by Stampin' Up; lastly, I have tried a number of stamp cleaners and the Ultraclean Stamp Cleaner looks like the best one I've seen so far.
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Hi love the pencils and am wondering if they all blend that well. They are just great. Think I will need to get some and try it. I have never paper pierced as I am afraid to. No straight lines for me.
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OMG that UltraClean is amazing....I've got to get some for myself! But, I love the comparison you did with the pencils. I know most of us are visual people and this really helps if you are on the fence. Also I am loving those piercing templates since I love to use circles and mine are never straight. Thanks for the chance to win.
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Wowzers! I love the vibrancy of the Koh-i-noor pencils. I almost ordered them after you posted them in your store, but decided to hold off until you posted a tutorial on them. I am amazed by the vibrancy... They could certainly be used in conjunction with the Prismacolor pencils. I need to figure out another order!
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Thank you for that wonderful tutorial on the pencils ...I never knew what the difference was between the pure color pencils and the wooden ones...now I really want to try them...and the Ultraclean seems amazing! Love the piercing too...I do want them all =)
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WOW - great thing to see tonight!!! But, I think the greatest is that cleaner!!! OMW - I have a few stamps that look like your *before* picture. I never thought I'd be able to clean them. I HAVE to buy some of that cleaner!!!!! Thanks Gina for such great product reviews!!! You so rock!!!
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You know, I have found that ultra clean never ceases to amaze me. I am terrible about not cleaning my stamps right after I stamp with them. but ultra clean is perfect in that it cleans AND conditions. It doesn't care what kind of ink you use it WILL clean it. I haven't ever tried the knor pencils but have always wondered what they would be like. I would love to try some!
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Wow some great stuff you've got there. I definitely need some of that UltraClean.
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Gina, I have been looking for a good piercing template, and you found it. Loved all the cool things in your newsletter. Would love to try the pencils, too. I'm an addict with my Prismas and have most of them. Thanks for reviewing these tools to make life easier in our card making.
Shirley Lee
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Please pick me! I have been trying to find "good" pencils to use with the OMS that I bought from you at the stamp expo. I have also been looking for an alternative to Stampin Up's mist. Thanks Gina for all you do!
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fabulous, Gina! love the vibrancy & the piercing templates are awesome!
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Those pencils look great. I have the Prismacolor pencils and love them, but I do have trouble getting them to blend sometimes. I think I might have to give the others a try- they are affordable too! Thanks for the comparison! Those templates for paper piercing look like something my great-grandmother had that she put yarn through and built things. What were those things called? Hmm...
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Ok, the pencils are really cool... I want them! i have pretty much quit using my prisma pencils, mainly cuz i hate sharpening them, break re sharpen break. The piercing tools how neat are they! And that cleaner is the best!
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Gina, loved all of what you showed. You can pick me to win any time you like. I do need, yes, I said need all of the items you have in your store. BTW, your coloring with the OMS is just great. Love the couple.
JeanAnn
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omgosh, those shaped piercing templates look so good - love those simple but oh so effective tools!
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I have the same complaint with the primacolor pencils too. They break too easily. Love all of you newsletters!
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Wow nice blog candy! I just ordered these pencils & you emailed me today to tell me you shipped it, I can't wait to try them! I would luv those piercing templates, they look super, thanks for the chance Gina!
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Hi Gina,
You are truly a fount of information! It's all good! A great comparison on the pencils, a simple piercing tool and technique, and wonderful inspiration as well. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
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Beautiful coloring; I always love your tutorials! Thanks for the chance to win!
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Wow, that all looks great - I'd love to give those pencils a try. And that cleaner looks amazing!! Wow!
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Gina you are the best! You are always sharing what you have learned and what you love with us readers! I have my fingers crossed that I WIN- I need some good stamp cleaner!
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I love it!!!!!! The pencils look great and using plastic canvas as templates.....who would have thought???
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How cool are those pencils!!! I think I will have to order some soon...that is, unless I win them! I've never used OMS before. What else can you do with them?
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Gina, you are an HUGE ENABLER!! Now that I've seen these pencils and piercing templates, if I don't win I'll be putting in an order next week.
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Oh, oh, oh!! Pick me!! I'd love to try these out!!! Thanks, Gina!
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Nice coloring examples! And I love the idea of the shaped paper piercing templates too. THANKS for the opportunity to win some blog candy - "I want can-dee, I want can-dee" - just heard that song tonight at my dd's dance dress rehearsal!
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I will buy the pencils and the templates for sure...
Love the vibrant blue...and the templates, they are very helpful, my rows are always weird!
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Wow hat cleaner looks marvellous and the new templates are marvellous.
Thanks, hope I win,
Eileen
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I have been waiting to find some new paper piercing templates and I have never used Ultra clean! I can see that if I'm not picked I will be ordering next week again
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WOW, Gina! What a difference in the quality of those pencils! And those piercing templates are AWESOME!! I have been looking all over for something to use to paper pierce! Thanks 4 the most awesome blog candy, ever!
Angie
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I've wanted to try these pencils for a while. My friend swears by them.
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Are you sure you aren't a teacher by trade? You've done a great job explaining the usage of the koh-i-noor pencils, plastic canvas for piercing and the stamp Ultraclean up job. I've just had 3 much needed lessons in one shot. Thanks for sharing.
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I saw you at the St Paul convention but missed the demo on the pencils. You had the most beautiful cards displayed! I purchased one of your stamps sets and have been drooling over others. Thanks for the inspiration!
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Cool pencils and I love the piercing templates! What a great idea!
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I'd love to compare the pencils with my Prismacolors. I've finally gotten fairly competent with them so I'm ready to try something new. I really like the addition of piercing to cards so the templates will make that a lot easier. Thanks for sharing them with one lucky winner----hopefully me!
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Wow! Love the side-by-side comparison of prismacolor and koh-i-noor. There is quite a difference there! Also thanks for demonstrating the power of ultraclean, I've never used it and haven't been convinced of its power until now!
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Those pencils are so cool! That ultra cleaner looks like a must have! Thanx for the chance to win them!
What I like about the star template is that each of the sections are a diamond shape--so you essentially have 2 templates in one! Way cool! Hope you have a great weekend!!!
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Thank you for the comparison between the pencils. I would love to try the Koh-i-noor pencils. Ultraclean is awesome and became my favorite cleaner about a year ago. Thanks for the chance to win the blog candy.
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Wow! I am so impressed by all three products! Although, I am a little ocd about my stamps, so I think I have to get some of the stamp cleaner asap:o)
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Great demonstrations, Gina. I didn't need to see the saving of the rubber though. Now I may be more apt to put mine away without cleaning them good!
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Wow! I can't believe how striking those photos are! Thanks for sharing these great products!
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so many cool things--and I need them all!!!!!!
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These look like something I'd like to try! thanks for the opportunity!
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Wow Gina you truely are amazing! I have just relocated but once I have settled in am going to have to have a lil' Gina K shopping spree
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WOW! You have the awesome-est blog candy evah!! I also love how you show us the difference in products, helps us to make up our minds what to buy! Thanks, Gina.
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I would love to try these pencils!! Loved your tutorial!!
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Wow, I don't have the Prisma Pencils, but I would love to try these. That stamp cleaner is amazing. I can't believe it cleaned Stazon that was on the stamp for that long. Amazing!!!
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Oooh! I can't wait to try these! 'hope I win!
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Loved the tutorial! Those pencils look yummy!
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Hi! Love this site. Thanks for all the wonderful links to other tutorials you have, as well! This blog candy is absolutely terrific and your product comparison is so professional! Thanks so much for putting in the time and effort to do this for us (and for the manufacturer, too!). Have a terrific weekend!
Kris
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I have been watching your Blog with great anticipation awaiting the "arrival" of the Koh-i-noor pencils. I saw you demonstate at the Expo in St. Paul and purchased your mineral spirits at that time. I can't wait to get the pencils so I can try them out. The ultra-clean and the templates look wonderful too. Thanks for the chance to win and thanks for your excellent tutorials on your blog and your wonderful ideas! You are an inspiration!
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Gina, as always, your explanations and tutorials are so clear! And accurate -- I bought your blending spirits and cleaner and they are truly amazing!
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Wow...the Koh-i-noor Pencils look very interesting and the rest of your candy is mind blowing! You are too generous Gina!!
Thank you for sharing!!
malieta
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I love paper piercing and I only have a square template! This is great. I love your coloring - it's my nemisis so I'd love to try it with the new pencils. So, please pick me! Thanks for your generosity! Tracy in Michigan, crazyforsu@aol.com
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Gina, I just love the way you completely "share" information. Way to go! I love the ideas you've shared about these pencils! And the piercing templates? I'm soooo tickled to see these here!
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Wow that is great, thanks for comparing the two pencils it really helps. Your cards area very beautiful. Thank you for the chance to win some wonderful tools(toys).
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I have just recently found your website and I love it!!! It just keeps getting better every day. The items shown today are right up my alley. I am always looking for new ideas and products, especially coloring tools that will blend nicely. I love the blended look verses just plain coloring with markers. I plan to do some shopping as soon as I share with my stamping buddies tomorrow so they can get in on the fun too.
Thanks for sharing all the helpful info on different tools. This site/store is a great find!!
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I love seeing your tutorials - always very clear and to the point! Those pencils look amazing!!
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Oh my goodness. That stamp cleaner is so amazing. I have several stamps, that even though I cleaned them right away, the black ink just stuck to the rubber. Or if I use another "harsh" color that stains them.
And those pencils look marvelous!
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Wow, what great products! I would love to try them all!
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I love that stamp...and the pencils look great too!
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Gina you always have such great tips and what a bonus with a chance to win blog candy. Thanks so much!
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I really like Prismacolor pencils, but it looks as if Koh-i-noor might be even better. I would love to try them. Your tutorial was excellent.
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Oh my goodness... those pencils look cool! I am crossing my fingers and wishing.
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Oh go Gina, GO!!!! Awesome blog candy!! That side by side tutorial is just what I needed!! I LOVE my Prismas.........but now I know I have just GOT to add these Koh-i-noor Pencils to my shopping list........and yeah......I'll add in the piercing templates too.......you always have the BEST stampin' stuff that I need!!! LOL
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Love your blog. Just tried to purchase
a set of pencil but they are sold out!
Maybe I'll be lucky and win a set.
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They are back in stock and we have several hundred more on order.
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What great products! Thanks for the chance to win them!
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Oh, to be so lucky! I just started investing in Prismacolor pencils, and now I may have to re-think this decision!
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Wow, I'm really impressed with how well the Ultra Clean worked! What a nice blog candy giveaway too! Thanks.
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Wow! Great blog candy and a tutorial to go with it also. What more can one ask for. I know, I know...to win of course.
-*Linda*-
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I've been eyeing the Koh-i-noor pencils and after seeing your comparison I've decided I have to have them! And the piercing templates... and the stamp cleaner... and...
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OMG~ Gina I have a ton of stamps that are stained to high heaven w/ Satz-on and I can't believe how clean your rubbah is after using the Ultra cleaner I soooooo need it thanks for sharing that tip.. If I don't win I'll be buying some anyways!!! The paper piercing ROCS! This is a must have tool!! Have a super weekend..
HUGS~ Doodah
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What a great and generous give-a-way. I'd love to win! The pencils look like so much fun and you can never have too many coloring tools!
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Oh my word! Those pencils look absolutely fabulous!
And yes, I do have one stamp that is CRUS-TEEEE! I avoid it because I'm too lazy to clean it. LOL! I'm deffo getting some of that Ultra Clean! Ack!
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Thanks for all the info you have shared. Love those paper piercing templates and the great little price!!
Thanks for the chance to win some of those fabulous goodies with your generous blog candy.
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What an amazing prize! Pick me! Pick me! This mama needs a new set of pencils!
Thanks Gina!
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WOW! After reading that post, boy, do I wanna win this! I've been trying to research all the different "new and improved" markers and pencils that everyone is using and just can't decide which ones to fork out the money for. These really do sound great! I love the paper piercing idea too!
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OH!!! I would LOVE to win all that GREAT STUFF!!! I really want those pencils, I will have to get some if I don't win...Thanks for the great post, and have a FABULOUS weekend!
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Wow!! I am so super excited to get my pencils now! I agree the Stamp cleaner is SUPERB!! I'm a SU demo and trust me I have SO many stamps that have been well loved by my customers and they were not looking so pretty but now they look good as new! Plus I just LOVE those templates. Gotta get me some of those TOO!
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These are fabulous. I looooove to color so if I don't win I'll have to buy some.
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Those pencils are awesome! I've been wanting a set of prismas, but I'm glad I held out, I really want some of those Koh-i-noors. They look so rich and smooth! Thanks for sharing with us :0)
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The color difference in your tutorial is amazing- and i love the card you made.....I really Love the purple one! I love the idea for paper piercing and the stamp cleaner looks like is is amazing as well. Wow!!! I do not know how you do it- always gorgeous cards and such neat ideas! Thanks Gina- and i would love to be entered to win candy!!!
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Wow!! What an amazing show and tell. Just a few more things to add to my wishlist. Thanks for all the tutorials you do! Gina K rocks!!
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Ultra clean is for me! Do they sell it by the gallon, my house needs cleaning!
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I was just telling my coworkers (school) that I spend more money when we are off for the summer more than anytime ....Add these to my list ...TFS
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What a sweet prize! The new pencils look like a great deal - affordable!
~Kendra
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Thank you for the opportunity to win such a generous offer. I love these pencils. I bought a few of them for a secret sister type swao from my LSS and I ended up having to go back and buy another because I had used them. I really love the way that they blend. I used these forst before I went on to prismas and I am glad that I did, these are lso great for beginners to learn with. Tahnk you again for the tutorial, as always it is printed out and in the binder.
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Wow how I would love to win this blog candy . Love the idea of the piercing templates as I am one who cannot keep a straight line to save my life. As for the koh i noor they look really good especially as I am busy making a load of cards at the moment
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I loved your tutorial, it makes me want to try out these pencils, the new piercing templates look awesome, whether I win or not I must get these 3.
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Wow Gina! Like you I have all the colored pencils I could get my hands on - except for these Koh-i-Noor ones. And I must say you have raised my interest in them. The templates are cool but the cleaner just blows my mind! Can't believe the Staz-on cleaned off after all that time! What a wonder product the cleaner is! You never cease to amaze me!
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What a prize this is!!! Gina, you sweetheart, you know how to make it irresistible.
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Love the comparison. I was looking at those when I was contemplating whether or not to get the Prismacolors. You're tutorial rocks....so pick me pick me!
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Wow! That color with those pencils is amazing! I have seen the paper piercing templates and they are just neato! Thank you for the opportunity to win them!
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wowsers - you are so convincing that I want it all!! yikes... if i am not the lucky winner, i will be doing some shopping soon...
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WOW!! what a great blog candy! I love coloring with pencils and OMS, and would love to try these new pencils. I am also totally impressed with the "paper piercing templates". I read about them on Melanie and Sharon's blogs, and I went to Jody's blog just to say WOW! I think it's great you are now carrying them in your store.
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Please Oh Please, Pick me....I'd love to win this great trio!!!!
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Great cards - I love the piercing templates!! I have the Prisma pencils too, but I agree - the vibrancy isn't always there.
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Well you know I would love a chance to win some of these fancy pencils and things! YOu are too sweet! I hope you have a FAB weekend and thanks for the chance to win such FAB toys!
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You are a very good salesperson, my dear - I now feel like I can't possibly live without any of these three things!
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I love the templates! Very Cool!
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A very educational posting. I'll have to get the piercing templates. I've been looking all over for something like it. Love the pencils.
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I have never won anything and would love to woop it up as the next winner. I am always on your blog learning wonderful things. Love the templates as my is never straight. Thanks Gina~~
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What a fabulous prize! Those pencils look beautiful, I would love to try them.
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Gina, you are the color wizard extraordinare. Amazing cards and colors.
I have seen you use ultra clean before, but now I am sold. I have to get me some.
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Oh your so tempting me to want them color pencils..I picked them up in Joanne's but noticed that they weren't water color pencils and wondered if they'd have the same effect. It appears that they're the same ones here...So now I may have to go back and buy them... I love your blog.
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Those pencils look amazingly yummy. I don't even know if I could bear to colour with them! But really I would. I own 3 prisma color pencils. I love them! I would love these equally I think and they would love to sit next to my 3 lonely prisma pencils.
The templates and cleaner are awesome too! Great giveaway once again
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Gina, the texture of the new pencils is SOOOOOOO lovely! I met you in St. Paul and you let me try them! They are terrific! Thanks for the great ideas - as always!
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WOWWW GIna!!!! You are so generous, I would love to win those pencils!! I don't have anything like that, please pick me.
God bless you
Giovana
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OMWord. Fabulous pencils and a round template. That's just too much sweetness in one post! I'm so lovin' the look you get with those pencils. Thank you so much for the comparison!!
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Those pencils look fabulous! I love the bright colors. Thanks for the chance to win a set & more!!
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Now I want to know how those two pencils compare to the SU. I have the cleaner you used on the crusted stamp. I use Stazon all the time and my stamps still look like new. Great product, wouldn't be without it. I learn so much here and can't thank you enough. Hugs Gina
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Wow I must say that cleaner looks like a winner if it got that stamp clean. I have a few of my own that could use a good cleaning. Also think the piercing template is a great idea and the pencils sound divine. Thanks for the chance to win them. - Ida
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Love the new pencils and the new piercing templates.. Thanks again for the chance to win such generous blog candy!
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OMG..what great blog candy & tutorial you offer here. And with a great tip on cleaning stamps..you rock Gina!
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Very cool! I love your tutorials...you do such a good job with them. I love the templates too. I'm definitely going to have to get one and some of that cleaner too because I'm really bad about cleaning my stamps!
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Oh, what FUN!!! I'd so much love to try these products!!
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Well, there you go again, being so generous! I just love all the techniques that you share will everyone. Hoping for a win on this one for sure.
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Thanks Gina for so adequately illustrating the differences and explaining why you like them. Everything you showed us here looks like "must have" tools! ~chris
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It's wa-a-a-y past my bedtime but was wondering 'when do you sleep?!! The blog candy sounds wonderful and I appreciate your comparison coloring.
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WOW!! Thank you for the comparison. I'm always looking for new coloring products - the Koh-i-noors look great! And those templates are a must-have! Oh I hope I win!! You are unbelievably generous - thank you for the chance!
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Love the look of these pencils and the piercing templates! Thanks so much for keeping us so up to date on the newest things! Would love to be lucky enough to win some!
Gail
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Thanks for the opportunity to win such wonderful products!! I've been wanting the pencils for days now, and now I see them blended...have to have them
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oh, those pencils look beautiful enough to roll around in! such pure GAW-JUS color!
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Gina these products look great and to offer them as blog candy is amazing! Thank you so much for the information I can't wait to see what else can be created with these goodies.
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What a great idea with the templates. Thanks for the simple tutorial on using the UltraClean. I had ordered some and tried just spraying and wiping and was not too pleased. I never thought to let it sit for a couple minutes. Thanks again for the tip. :0)
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Just discovered your site today. Great selection of tutorials which I will go back to. Love the info on the pencils. I have Prismacolour already. The stencils and demo are great and the cleaner results are brilliant.Thanks for sharing
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I love those pencils and wants some so bad!!! Thanks for posting blog candy. Maybe someday I will get lucky?LOL
Anyway thank you for sharing the comparison!!!
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I really want to try those pencils, and I looove paper piercing! Please, pick me...I've never won blog candy!
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I totally have some stamps that look like that too. I am SOOO going to have to invest in some ultraclean, Man that's awesome stuff.
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Wow! what a tutorial! And thanks for the info on the paper peircing guides---how exciting---paper peircing in cycles, makes my head spin!
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Oh!!! I so need those pencils....if I don't win I will have to place an order I have been debating getting some from Stamping up....I have the Lowe Cornell set now and the colors are dull compared to your example.....Oh! pick me...I so need a wonderful new set of pencils to play with.
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I love my ultra clean but I do need more (hint hint). I love how you color your images - you make it seem so easy.
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I love your tutorial on using the new pencils - sooo pretty. But I have to say that stamp cleaner demo was pretty cool. W0W!
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Gina, wow! Those pencils blend beautifully! And it really makes a difference in the final outcome, I think! I wish I lived close enough to visit your store in person, but thanks for a chance!
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Thanks so much! You always have the best examples. I have been using prismacolor for years and I understand about them breaking... I never thought to use plastic canvas that way! And I am notorious for having stamps like you showed too...
Thanks for the opportunity to win! Keep the good advice and tips coming!
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Love the new pencils...you always have the lateest and greatest...way to go
Blog candy rocks....
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I love those new piercing templates, Gina. What a great idea. And who couldn't use more pencils in their cache. Thanks so much for the opportunity to win them.
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I can't wait to try out these pencils.
And the Ultra-clean sounds fabulous.
Now maybe with the templates I can finally punch straight.
Thanks, hope I win.
Kandi
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These pencils look fabulous!! Love the piercing templates too!
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These products are wonderful. I am so amazed at the stamp cleaner. It seems to be a problem for me lately. I will have to try it out. I have been using stazon for just about everything!
Thank you for sharing!
Denise G
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Those pencils look awesome!
Thanks for the awesome chance to win!
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Wow Gina! The lengths you go for your customers. Seriously, I really appreciate your honesty in evaluating products and telling us why you use certain items in order to get specific results. Thanks for the opportunity to win these great products. Have a wonderful weekend as well.
Kristina G
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Awesome blog candy. Neat idea to use plastic canvas for piercing templates. I was soooo smart to subscribe to your blog!
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Wahoo! Awesome blog candy giveaway! Thanks for all the great ideas and hard work you do to share them with us!
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Love the colors!! Those pencils sound wonderful! The paper piercing pack is a great idea. Thanks for the chance to win!
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Fun stuff! Can't wait to see those pencils in person!
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Ultraclean is definitely something I will be purchasing, thats one clean stamp. Great candy your giving away!
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Gina ~ I love your web site! I meet you at the ST. Paul show and have been visiting your site ever since! Just got my first stamp order from yu today and I can't wait to use them. This latest tutorial from you is GREAT, love the side by side comparison, and great ideas for finishing the picture and clean up afterwards!!! Can't wait to order more from you! Thanks!
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Those piercing templates are great! So are the pencils, and of course, the ultra clean! Thanks for the chance to win
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All my stamps are cruddy. I am too busy to clean them at times. I just rinse and go. NOw I have to move everything so I can get new kitchen. I hope its worth it as I am doing all hte work. My boys lost tonight. I am in mourning. Night.
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Very good tutorial in the distinctive differences between the two brands of pencils. I now NEED the Koh-I-noor pencils.
The piercing templates are a great idea I am already an Ultraclean fan. That stuff rocks.
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Wow! That Ultraclean is amazing - such a good job!
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Thanks for the comparison on the pencils. I love the smooth look of the Koh-i-noor pencils
Karen
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Gina, I love how you have become so successful. It couldn't have happened to a nicer person. Thanks for always being willing to share your knowledge (and your yummy candy too of course!)
Jane
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leave the vibrant color that these pencils have and the stamp cleaner works
like magic, great card, thanks.
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The pencils are wonderful. I would never have thought to use plastic canvas as a piercing template. I am thinking that I need some of those. Thanks for sharing.
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Wow those are pretty cool pencils. What a great idea to use the plastic canvas. Thanks for all the super techniques.
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I just adore your cards! You have the BEST ideas!! I'll just have to give these new pencils a try, as well as the piercing templates...and the stamp cleaner too! Thanks for always sharing your great ideas!!
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Thanks so much for the wonderful explanation on both the new watercolor pencils and the paper piercing. It is so helpful to not only read the explanation but also see the sample.
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Gina,
I liked your tutorial. Neat tip on using plastic canvas as a guide for piercing. What is the size of the circle and square? Your stamp cleaner really worked well. Have a great weekend!
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I really love the vibrant colors of the pencils. I also pierce alot of my cards - love the look. Great tutorials!!! I love the comparison -thanks
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You have me drooling over the pencils. I love the cards and would love to win new toys to play with! Your blog is always interesting!
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Awesome products! The pencils are luscious, the templates are so practical, and the cleaner a "must have"! Thanks for sharing!
Chris
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Gina ~ You are amazing with your blog candy! Thanks for the demo on the new pencils and also the ultraclean. Great stuff!
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Thanks for sharing Gina...I just love learning something new every time I visit! What a great give-away...thanks for the chance to win!!~Brenda H.
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You sold me on the Kohinoor pencils. They are now on my wish list.
I have seen articles about people using the templates. It was smart of you to put them all in one pack. Plus you should do commercials for Ultraclean.
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What wonderful candy! I'm still getting the hang of my Primsacolors, but maybe when I get settled back in California I'll have to give those Kohinoor pencils a try! Miss you!!
-Jana
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Wow, thanks for the upclose on these pencils and for a chance to win!
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what a wonderful give away!!!!
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I need about a gallon of the Ultraclean!
It did a fantastic job on your encrusted
stamp! Oh, please pick me - I would love to have the Koh-i-nor pencils and the piercing templates! Wow! Your store should open a sister storefront here in Jackson TN. Its 85 miles to the only stamp store around! Nelda
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WOW!I have some stamps that look just like that,I need some of that cleaner and I love the vibrancy of those pencils.Thank you gina for all the great information you provide and for giving us a chance to win these awesome products.
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What cool new products to make your store even more tempting!
debra
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Thanks for sharing such unique and useful new tools for our paper crafts!
debra
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Wow, not just one but three very helpful, useful reviews. All of the items look like they would be great additions to my stash=) Thanks for the opportunity to win something.
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Wonderful tutorial! I love that you compared the two. It's so much easier to see the differences (even tho' I liked them both!) Thank you for sharing this great info!
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Wow! That stamp looks amazing now! I'm too lazy to worry about staining but I will have to get some ultraclean now.
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Those look great Gina. I'm soo excited to get my shipment in the mail and play. I can't wait to use these new techniques!
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Gina those pencils are fabulous!!! And the templates are absolutely wonderful! All the shapes right at your fingertips! Brilliant!!!
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OHH just love these!! and the paper piercing tools and templates! thanks for the tutorial. These are fab.
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Thanks for the comparison , these pencils look awesome , can't wait to try them !
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I just love your card and your tutorial was so easy to follow. Count me in on this sweet candy. The Kohinoor pencils looks and sounds so awesome. The Plastic canvas is such a creative idea. It will cover the whole project and you don't have to match up the holes since it fits the whol project. Ok I'm one of those that some of my stamps looks that bad, so I for sure need that stamp cleaner. Count me in on this FUN candy. I would love to be that lucky stamper to have a chance to play with this. Thanks for a chance.
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Thanks for the terrific coloring and piercing tutorials Gina - I really liked it! Will have to invest in some of these products if I am not lucky enough to win them. Thanks for the opportunity!
~Meredith
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Thank you for this info...may have to get some of these pencils!! Val
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Oh my goodness, what an awesome gift to win! Your tutorials are fabulous! Now I really NEED these products (LOL)! Thanks so much for the opportunity to win and your generous gift to some lucky someone. Hope it's me!
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Gina - you are such an enabler! My new excuse to my husband about my orders is that "Gina MADE me do it!" LOL Your tutorials are the best. Wish I lived close enough to visit your store! Thanks for the chance for blog candy!
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beautiful cards! I love those pencils
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wow these look awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I've only used Prismacolor pencils on my cards. I'll have to get a set of these and try them out! I just saw the paper piercing set on someone's blog this past week. Your cards are beautiful! Oh, and that cleaner is pretty impressive!!
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Gina,
These pencils look wonderful! I'll will have to try them!!!!! Thank you for sharing,Elizabeth Glass
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Thank you for sharing your creative work! I love all the items you shared about - totally fabulous!
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Wowzers! What great products! I'd LOVE to be able to try some out soon! Thanks for showcasing them for us!
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Gina - this is such an informative piece you gave us today. I love the side-by-side demo of the two pencil products. I also like the new piercing template; very nice. I already have the UltraClean and it is the ultimate cleaner. It even got StazOn ink out of a brand new shirt I dropped a pad on.
I would love to win all of these products, but if I'm not the lucky one, I'll be placing an order for the pencils and templates real soon, so keep them in stock please.
You, too, have a wonderful spring weekend.
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I'm thinking that the pencils are worth a try since I tend to break them when I push down too hard
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You rock! Wish I lived close to your store!!!!! I am off to buy those templates!!!!
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Wow it should be nice to win those
pencils and where can we purchase these and also the cleaner
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You can purchase these at www.ginakdesigns.com.
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I love the look of these pencils. I have the Prismacolors, but rarely drag them out anymore. This smaller set may be the way to go...
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Love those pencils and the ultraclean
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Love the piercing guides. So versatile, any size covered. Thanks for sharing!
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Love the blending! Beautiful card.
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WOW! I've seen the Koh-I-Noor pencils in several magazines and on-line shops but your great photography really speaks to what they do, or I should say can do for your artwork!
And these templates are a new thing to me - how nifty! Thanks so much for all you do.
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Wow-those Koh-i-noors are amazing-I have yet to find anything I truly love coloring with. I've never used the ultraclean, but that's some testimony!
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I would soooo love to win these! How FUN would they be to use! Thanks for giving us the opportunity!
Christina
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Okay, I'm sold! I am going to have to try the ultra clean and I would love to give those pencils a try too.Thanks for the chance to win!
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Thank you so much for the info on the Koh-i-noor pencils. I have the Prismacolor pencils but will have to try these too. Also, I am going to need to buy some of the super duper cleaner. The piercing guide demo was excellent. I learned more today than I have learned in the past week. Thank you.
Linda Peterson
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Wow! Never learned such a variety of things so well in one blog! Love it!
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Oooohh.... You are such an enabler! Thanks for posting these great finds. I've never heard of these pencils or the templates for paper piercing. Can't wait to try them!
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Wow. Those colored pencils look so neat. And what a great idea with the plastic canvas. I remember when people made things with them and yarn. Great templetes.
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It sure would make my day if I could win these items! Your samples were very informative regarding the difference between the pencils. Love the plastic canvas.
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Koh-i-noor....weird name but great pencils...love the result
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Wow! What a difference! I love my prisma, but wow.
You are the greatest you know!
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Three wonderful products. Thanks for all the info. Would love to win this great package!
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Wow! Those pencils look fab! Thanks so much for introducing us to them!
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I can't beleive how clean that stamp came out. That is some great stuff. Love the card by the way.
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WOW, so much great information. You've answered all of the questions I had about the pencils. A circular piercing template, what a terrific tool!
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Wow, I don't believe there are more pencils I need! YIKES! What a great job you did showing them off. Thanks for the constant enabling!
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I love that cleaner also. Would love the other products also. You are so generous not only with your talent but the prizes also.
Thanks and I hope I win.
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I am intrigued by these pencils, thank you for introducing them to me us! I don't own ANY coloring product YET, so these will definitely be going on my wish list! Have a great day!!
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I had to laugh at that dirty stamp! I am so guilty of that too! Great tip and great card!
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Sooo many toys! I want them alllll!!!
I've been using Prismacolors for years but sure would be willing to make room on my work table for another type! I'd love to try them. And the grids..how ingenious! Gotta have 'em. And who couldn't use a bottle of rubberstamp cleaner? I know I could!
Keeping my fingers and toes crossed on this one...
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WOW! Those pencils look fab! Thanks for taking the time to show us all how great the color is. And thanks for the chance to win some wonderful candy!
Have a great day!
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Great examples/tutorial, wonderful website. I have the prismacolors, but the koh-i-noors I must have too, along with the templates and stamp cleaner.
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you always have such great ideas Gina! Love those pencils, they look yummy!
Hugs,
Amy
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It looks like my checkbook is going to have another charlie horse - so gotta have those pencils - I love to color more than a second grader at math time...
I'm thinking lucky!!!
Tera
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OMG I nEED that paper piercing kit... my birthday is Monday - maybe a late birthday present? A girl can dream can't she?
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WOW--that ultraclean is somethin' else! i love how it restored your stamp, and i could use that for sure. i also like the grid approach for the piercing templates, and i'd like to experience the buttery taste, er, i mean texture, of those pencils! thanks for being so generous!
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Oh no! Yet another coloring choice! What a great comparison and what a yummy blog candy offering. Thanks for the chance to win them.
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I really enjoy the techniques you share and am so happy that you're always looking for new craft products to carry in your store. Since paper piercing is a favorite technique I use on my cards, I hope I can win this piercing set. I would love to try the Ultraclean stamp cleaner, as well. Thank you for offering this great card candy package, Gina!
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Wow. I think I placed my order a day too early. Now Ihave to decide whether to place another order so I can get my hands on those pencils.
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The texture of the pencils look wonderful and the piercing templates are just what I'm looking for - oh please, oh please pick me
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Oh my, those pencils are "must haves!" I would love to win a set. I have a few stamps that would benefit from the cleaner, too.
Thanks for demonstrating the difference between the two brands of pencils.
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Thanks so much for sharing the samples of the new pencils against Prismacolor. You've sold me! I must have them...Great stamp sets, great designer team, love GinaK Designs!
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WOW! I can't believe how clean that stamp came! And the Koh-i-noor pencils would be awesome to have! Thanks for sharing.
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Love the cleaner! I have some stamps that could use that.. Also, I think those pencil colors are the bomb! I like the color better that the prismas!!
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I had to laugh at that dirty stamp! I've got a bunch like that too! LOL! Love the card - so vibrant and beautiful!
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WOW! I love the look of those pencils....I'm going to definitely have to get some....Thanks for sharing the comparison.
RObin
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WOW!! What awesome gifts...you always do things that way! Thanks for sharing so much fun info...can't wait to try it all!!
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The new pencils look terrific, Gina - I love your shading on the examples you've shown! Thanks for a chance to win some of your fabulous products.
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Thanks soooo much for the comparisons. So helpful to see what a product can do. I just love Ultraclean as well. I haven't found a better product on the market for stamp cleaning.
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Hi ,
How awesome!!! Do you ship to Canada and what would be shipping and duty on these products? Do you ship Canada post?
Judy
from NS
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Yes, we ship to Canada. $5.95 for orders $35.00 and over. I don't know what the duty is. That is not something we do on our end. That happens at customs in Canada.
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Oh! Tuesday is my Birthday so it would be a GREAT present to win these! Now I'll be keeping an eye out for these pencils and my bottle of uc is almost empty!
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I think some of my stamps need some ultraclean
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Love to see comparisons, so thank you! These pencils do look richer, almost waxier? Thanks for the chance! :o)
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Thanks again for offering more great blog candies!!
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I am just getting into stamping and have not tried coloring anything yet. I love your tutorial and now understand how that amazing shading works. Thanks for showing off your pencils. Now I have even more stuff to buy!
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wow - I will be ordering the cleaner no matter what! awesome!
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OK, now Gina has posted MORE things that I want, just because her artwork is so pretty!! Pick me, pick me!
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Wow....impressed with the stamp cleaner. I always thought you needed the Stazon cleaner. Thank you for the opportunity to be able to try some! Love the templates too. Great idea!
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Oh wow! Those pencils look fabulous! And the ultraclean, uh, WOW!! Never thought I'd be so excited about a cleaning product! Hahaha! Thanks for the chance to win such great prizes!!
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Gina,
Thank you for the chance to win these cool items! While I love my prismacolors those pencils do a beautiful job. I agree about the ultraclean, it is the best thing out there that I have tried, I even used it on a stamp with stazon that had been there for months and it looked brand new after using it!
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What a great giveaway! Thanks for starting my Saturday off with lots of good project ideas. Too bad the yardwork has to come first, LOL
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Wow! That ultraclean works wonders! Love the templates too.
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Hey Gina, I used to use Koh-i-noor's black pens when I used to do Tole Painting years ago...I didn't realize they had colored pencils too. Thanks for the info...I know they're a reputable company. TFS!
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The Ultra Cleaner sure did a great job; I think everyone would love to have it.
Mary Craig
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Wow love them and the stamp cleaning tip.
Pick me please
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Thanks again for a wonderful chance to win some new toys. Out of all that I have tried to win, this one probably appeals to me the most. Maybe it is the simplicity of it all, and the fact that I would use these on the majority of my cards. No matter...
Thank you for bringing us the latest on all of the things that continue to entice us in this wonderful hobby we have.
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Hi Gina! I have those pencils but my coloring never looked like that. I'll have to dig them out again! And I love those piercing templates! Neat stuff!
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more great ideas! I used the pencils at the Stop and Stamp and liked them alot. Would love to have a set. Thanks for a chance to win the blog candy Gina!
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Love what the pencils can do and would love to have a set. Thanks Gina!
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Great blog candy! I've used the plastic canvas before for paper piercing but never thought to look and see what other shapes there were in the plastic canvas.
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The pencils are fabulous and I love the Ultra Cleaner also. Thanks for a chance to win these prizes.
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How cool! I used to use the plastic canvas for needlepoint... but this??? Wow! And I really *need* the pencils and.... oh dear, this blog is a danger to my budget! Hoping for the blog candy
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Holy cow...what a GREAT and generous giveaway! That cleaner totally blows me away...it cleans stazon?!?! I'll have to put that on my list of must haves!!! Those pencils and templates are pretty awesome too! I'll cross my fingers! {SMILES}
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Love the new templates for piercing -- I wondered how to get the spacing just right- must get some. Sure hope to win a set of the pencils - the comparison you show was really helpful - thanks for sharing !!
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Oh, wow, I think I need all 3 of the items you demonstrated in this post! The pencils look amazing, and I love how you used the piercing templates. Great stuff, Gina!!
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Thanks for the opportunity to win these great products. You always have such great ideas, tips and products.
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Wow Gina! Thanks for showcasing the difference between the 2 pencils. Great tutorial! Love those new paper piercing guides... fabulous and simple tool for sure! Ooooo... that cleaning solution works like a dream! Gotta get me some of that! You're one generous chickie!
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Gina....I just LOVE your stuff. The paper piercing is awesome, and the templates would be a great tool. You did a beautiful job with the pencils, and they are fantastic. Thanks for sharing those great tutorials. I just LOVE your stuff......
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Thanks for the demo - I didn't realize the Koh-i-noor pencils blended so much better! Now I *have* to have them
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WOW...this is great. I love how you show us how to work the magic...All I need now is the stuff. Thank you for all the tutorials you give us. We love you Gina
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Wow - great price on the pencils and cool results! Love the templates and ultra clean is my go to cleaner! Thanks for the chance to win!
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Now I need to get me some of those Koh-i-nors! Thanks Gina!
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Beautiful! Love those pencils!!
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Thanks for the great explanation and illustrations on the differences b/w the pencils and the tips on paper piercing and cleaning our beloved stamps!
Have a great weekend!
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Seriously I will have to get a third job to buy all of the wonderful things you find for us. I just "heart" your cleaner. I know it is silly but I just can't stand stained stamps. Please, please pick me.
Linda
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What a give away! Thanks for sharing. I like the looks of those pencils. Never knew thaere was that much difference in pencils.
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Awesome blog candy - Gina you are the best - haven't won yet but you always give away the greatest stuff. I love the card.
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Love the piercing idea. Possibilites are endless aren't they! TFS, love your blog.
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Thanks for all of the great tips on your blog. I've never tried ultraclean, but the example is convincing! Thanks Gina!
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Wow, this looks great. I have some copic markers and the colorsoft of Derwent. This looks totally different to my coloring.
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wow that cleaner is fabulous!! and the paper piercing too is to die for! Gina-thanks for showing us the neatest, coolest stuff that I know that I need!
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Thanks, Gina, for all the helpful tips. Would love to win these items. The pencils look wonderful.
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Wow--those pencils look great. I'd love to win so I could try them out.
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I just LOVE the things you show us! tutorials, new products, and so on.... !! Thank you for all you do!
Lori Q
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This is so totally cool! I NEVER knew what even colored pencils could do let alone these! The demonstration really shed light on the coloring and blending process. And I can think of a ton of projects that I would use the piercing templates on. LOL. Thanks so much for opening my eyes to these two products!
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Awesome stuff! I love how you are always on the cutting edge of technology with accessories and tools! Your work is greatly appreciated! I hope I win, I have many other items I want to order! Thanks again !
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what a great prize......would love to have the pencils to play with.
thanks
Kathy L......
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Oh Gina, I just LOVE your give-aways! You always choose something that we'd all love to own! TFS not only your talents and know-how, but all of these wonderful goodies! Your blog is da bomb!
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I have only been recieving this blog for about 4 weeks now. And, I am hooked. I look every day for something new. It's like Christmas when I find I have mail from you guys.
I love the pencils. The technique is great. And Oh my gosh I just have to get those templates for the peircing!!!
As always...I'm never disappointed when I see what you bring to us!!!!
Hugs,
Paula
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I am so excited to try the Koh-i-noor pencils and I absolutely love the Ultraclean. I am fanatical (as my stampin' friends will tell you) about clean stamps!
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Your side by side comparison was excellent. It made me think I just might need those pencils. Thanks.
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I hate it when my Prisma pencil breaks inside the wooden part. Makes me nuts! I am going to have to try these pencils. And the piercing templates! Thanks for all the great info. -Molly B
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Great comparison Gina. I love my Prismas, but might have to give these a try now. Thanks for the side by side!
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Colored pencils are my favorite color medium, can't wait to try these out. Oh and your piercing tool is brilliant.
I think I have a few of those grids somewhere from plastic needle point projects.
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I just got the Koh-i-noor pencils and can't wait to try them. Thanks for the demonstration!
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Thanks again for the great tutorial on the different products! I love the pierced look - those templates would be a great addition to my stamping tools! As would the pencils! Thanks for offering another great blog giveaway!!! Please pick me!
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WOW! That demo is sure to sell LOTS of the UltraClean! Better restock! I would love to try the Koh-i-nor pencils! Thanks for the chance to win and for sharing the comparison pics.
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Gina - You simply amaze me! I love your ideas and love taking them to the table to my own creations. Your ideas are simply the best.
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I love those piercing mats and the coloring pencils look so cool...never have used these...thanks for the tutorial!
Pinky
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Wow that cleaner is amazing. Neat templates too. Thanks Cynthia
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Wonderful blog candy!! Fingers crossed!!!
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Great blog candy! I am really intrigued by these pencils. I have the Prismacolor, and I love them, but you can never have too many coloring accessories, can you?
Connie K.
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Gina, You always have the best tips to share and such generous blog candy! I'd love it all if I were the winner! Thanks!
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Wonderful Gina,
All the coloring I do, I learned from your articles! Now I can't wait to try the Koh-i-noor pencils! Thanks so much for all your beautifully laid out tutorials!
Very best wishes,
Rochelle
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Love all the things you talked about. What a teriffic prize pack. I could use all three! Your blog is so helpful! Have a wonderful day!
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Thanks for the chance to win. These pencils look really cool. I have been looking for something like this for some time now. Thank you for the comparison.
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your the greatest. You always bring the newest innovative products and ideas to your site. And then you give the tutorials to go with.. Thanks Gina, you save me a lot of time and blog hopping..tfs MaryAnn
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WOW! I have a few non-wood pencils that I've picked up here and there and like them a lot better than my wood ones for the reason you stated. I can't wait to get the piercing guides. All AWESOME finds! Great job Gina!!!
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These pencils look amazing! I've never used blending stumps before so I'm particularly interested in trying these. Go ahead and pick me..that will be just fine with me. Love the results from the coloring, it's so rich and yummy.
Chris Hauck
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I just love your tutorials, you make it seem so easy and do able. I'd love to see one on how you blend the pencils with the mineral spirits.
Claudia
scfranson@charter.net
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I always love your blogs and the pencils are very nice. The piercing guides are awesome.
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Those pencils are great! Would love to try them & The templates out!
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WOW... I would love to try out all three products...especially the pure color pencils,love to color. Thanks for the chance to win them.
Sharon King
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Thanks for the great giveaways...and the wonderful inspiration. Love the piercing guides and the pencils look great!!!!
Thanks for the chance to win...
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A great prize pake. Would love to have it. Thanks for the tip on cleaning the StazOn stamps. Really enjoy your commits and cards. Thanks again
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Gina, your giveaways are unlike anyone I know. You're SOOO generous. Love the tutorial. TFS!!
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Wow those products are so awesome and you are such an enabler!!!
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Wow I enjoy all your tips. Love the tutorial. Great comparison! I couldn't believe that stamp came that clean. Will have to try some of the ultra clean. Thanks for the chance to win them. Have a great weekend! Dottie K.
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GinaK
I absolutely love your blog. I have never used OMS but now I might just give them a try. I am currently learning to use my copics correctly. The paper piercing guides are a great idea. Thanks for the neat ideas.
Cindi in OK
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That Ultra Clean looks amazing. I have to get some of that.
Have a wonderful weekend
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WOW! 3 awesome products I need to try!
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I absolutely love my prisma's. I am now intrigued to try the kohinoor pencils.
I sure hope I win!
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Oh my goodness...Congrats to the lucky winner... Happy Weekend!
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Gina, You are awesome! I love reading your blog and admiring your art. Thanks for doing all that you do.
I hope I win! I've never won anything before. Actually, I've won the best husband and kids in the world.
Have a great day.
Maureen
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Wow, double wow! What great lessons and ideas! I would love to be a winner, I really would! Okay, it is time to go create!!!
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those crayons are amazing and my stamps are crying out for that cleaner LOL. fingers crossed!!!
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Awesome tutorials and fabulous giveaway Gina! Thanks so much for all you do!
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I was wondering if the Ultraclean was safe for acrylic stamps? Also, doesn't Stazon cleaner work for Stazon? I haven't used it yet, but it is on my wish list.
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Yes, Stazon is safe for acrylic stamps. Stazon does make a cleaner but I have found that Ultraclean works much better.
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ooh ooh ooh. I would really use all of those items. What a nice treat that would be to win!
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Love your tips! Going to clean my stamps!
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OMgosh, those paper piercers have got to be "da bomb" !! I'd love to try them, I love the look but haven't figured out a way to do it! The new pencils look so vibrant in their colors! Wow! I have to admit , I don't have any stamp cleaner! I usually use a baby wipe
Gina, you are so generous with your time, talent, wisdom and products! Thank you !
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Thanks for the info. Great blog candy.
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I love those pencils! I bought a red one at my LSS because my red watercolor pencil was too washed out to do Santa's red suit. It's sooooo creamy!
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The piercing templates look wonderful! Can't wait to get some. Great info.
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Beautiful pencils! Will I ever have enough??? I so love the copics you gave away...they have become a therapy tool!!! I'm sure these new pencils will be my next NEED
Blessings!
Kim Marie
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Wow, Gina, terrific tutorial--as usual! I love the plastic mat idea for piercing, especially the circles. The Koh-I-Noor pencils are to die for. Pick me!!!
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Great new products. Can't wait to try the Koh-i-noor pencils. Thanks for the tutorial. ~Julie
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LOVE ALL THREE!! I just love that you share the goodies you come across with us. Thanks!! I'd love to win them but, I'll definately pick them up if I dont. Thanks again!
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I definitely need some Ultra Clean. And love those pencils. Thanks for a chance to win them!
Charmaine
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Wow, another great give away. It would be a cool birthday preasent to win!
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Gina you have been a HUGE factor in my coloring growth LOL - I would love to give the Koh-i-noor Pencils a try. I love the sample you showed and yes they do blend better than the Prisma ones. So PLEASE pick me pick me!
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Great show and tell! Your blog always seems so friendly, almost as if friends had been out shopping and now you are back home to share. I'm off to shop now!! LOL.
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I love when you show us great and new things!!!! Crossing my fingers here!
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Thanks for the show and tell -- I love the Ultra-Clean as well. I've never owned pure color pencils only the prismacolors, the new one sound interesting.
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Gina, thanks for your great tutorial. I just received my most recent order from you yesterday. I can see I will be ordering more very soon, unless you PICK ME.
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Awesome tutorial as always - I just LOVE your blog!!!
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WOW! Thank you for the chance to win. These are all really amazing products!
Kathy
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You know I love your products, and I love your tutorials, and I am always amazed at the Blog Candy you choose to share. GinaK YOU ROCK!
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Beautiful colors... love the sample cards... I have those templates... need to try them out... TFS!
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another cool product and info! thanks agaian!
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Wow, so much exciting new stuff!!! I can hardly stand it! Thanks for the chance to win this yummy candy!
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Wow, what vibrant colors!! I have added them to my ever growing wish list. Also, thank you for taking the time to provide great tutorials.
Thanks for a chance to win and good luck to all who have entered
Tammy
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I have such trouble with my prismas breaking. How do you sharpen these pencils? Lovely work, Gina.
Cheryl Sims
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What a great blog entry. Those pencils look remarkable--well actually the artist using them is remarkable. Great cleaner too! and those templates what a super idea! Darlene L
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Gina How much will the paper piecing templates cost????DD
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Wow 3 fantastic products showcased beautifully. Your description and pictures make these items a must have! That cleaner is incredible. Thanks for the informative blog entry!
Laurie
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You always have the greatest tutorials. Thank you!!!!
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I really love Prismacolors, I've been using them as a fine artist for several years. The Koh-i-Noor's look so much smoother though. I tried to find sometoday but no luck! Great ideas! I love your blog!
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Wow! This is just too good to be true, so of course I won't win, but congratulations to some blessed individual and thanks to you, Gina, for being the sweet, generous person that you are. You're such a giver.
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Well, it appears everyone loves Ultra Clean. Very informative post! I appreciate you sharing your expertise.
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Wow Gina, you explain everything so clearly. The pencils look stunning and the templates will be really handy. Thanks for the chance at winning some great candy. Lots of love, Denise x
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Very cool. Those look like fun to play with. I love that paper piercing tool too. So many things so little time to play. I think I would fine the time with those though!!
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wow! that cleaner is amazing. and thank you for the tutorials.
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Love the templates!
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The colored pencils look fantastic!! Thanks for all of the great tips too!
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Wow! What an awesome post. So much information. Love it!
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Thank you so much for the side by side comparison. I had no idea the Ultraclean worked THAT well. It's definitely on my shopping list now. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I love learning on your blog.
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The pencils look wonderful. Thanks for the tips!
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Love comparison tutorials! Truly shows off the diferences! They really do look vibrant!
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Awesome card! Thanks for a chance at some great blog candy!
Lori
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I love this tutorial and comparison, and the new piercing product! I'm amazed that the Ultraclean did such a good job.
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Wow! More great stuff. I've just been introduced to your blog and products and am addicted--I look forward to every new email. These new products are wonderful! Hope to win!
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wow! what a generous give away, but even more important what a generous bit of info! I have learned so much from today's entry, thank you Gina.
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Great tutorial.... love those pencils!
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Wow...leave it to you Miss Gina! To find the best things and pull them all together on one card. Great tutorial! Love the paper piercing, the blending and the cleaner. Great candy! Thanks again for your amazing generosity.
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Love the look of the pencils. Please include me in the draw. JennN
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Wow! love the new pencils. I hesitate to buy prismas because I worry that I won't take the time to learn. I'd love to win them, tough. Thanks,Kris
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Love you blog and your AWESOME blog candy. You want me to step into the world of pencils.
Thanks for all you do.
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Gina, I love the side by side comparisons. I LOVE paper peircing and these templates look like they give perfect results everytime. Thank you
M Banham
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WOW...I want them all! Loved the tutorial and hope I'm your lucky winner!
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The pencils are fabulous. Thanks for the comparison. And the peircing templates are ingenious. Thanks for always bringing us such great products!
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Wow!! I love the side by side comparison you did! The koh-i-noor pencils are quite a bit more vibrant. I've never even heard of them prior to your blog. I would love to give them a whirl!!
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Love the tutorial. Really want those piercing shapes! Thanks for the chance to win. I just love your blog.
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Wow you are so generous to give away these pencils! They look great and would make a great late birthday present to me! My b-day is 5-31. Thanks for the tutorial!
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As always - so informative and inspiring! Thanks for a chance to win some awesome stuff!!!! -Melinda
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Wow!! What an awesome giveaway! That Ultraclean is pretty amazing! Beautiful card. :0)
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Thanks for the tips on those pencils. I would love to try them, since I don't even own prisma ones.
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The Koh-i-noor pencils are amazing! Love the way they blend so well and are so much more vibrant. And that cleaner is just almost too good to be true. Gotta get me some of that. Hope I win the blog candy!
Stacy
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Loved the piercing templates and the new koh-i-noor pencils. Would love to be able to try both.......Pick me please.......
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Me! Me! I've decided as I read your post that I NEED these the pencils and the piercing templates!!
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WOW! times three! Awesome quality and results on all! What can I say but Please! pick me! But thanks for the chance even if I don't win! You rock!
Ilene B.
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Wow--great blog candy. Great tutorial and great demo of how well Ultra Clean works. Love the templates--sure makes piercing easy.
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I just got my first bottle of ultra clean. Guess I should get some of old yucky stamps out and see what it can do! Thanks for another great giveaway, Gina!
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Those pencils are really tempting. Thanks for all the great ideas you share!
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Love the tutorial and what great blog candy! I would love to win these!!
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Thank you for introducing these products. I appreciate that you save me so much money by bringing us only the BEST. If it's GinaK approved, I know that I'm not wasting my money
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ooh this is an awesome gift I want it you are awesome
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Wow! That Ultraclean looks amazing! Definitely need some of that! Beautiful card!!
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What a PERFECT explanation for the differneces in pencils, Gina! I absolutley must have those Kohinoors! I LUV butta! And I have wanted those paper piecing templates as well. Ultra Clean--the best!! This blog candy is MADE for me! Thanks Gina!!!
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Those pencils look awesome! I can't wait to get some! Fun for us!!
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Gina ~ Cool beans! Gotta love the candy, and I would love to win some. Pleezeee, pick me!
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i'm convinced i would color better if i had better tools
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Gina, Thanks again for a wonderful tutorial. I can just feel the Koh-i-noor pencils in my hand but what I am very excited about are the paper piercing templates - I have been looking for something like that for ages. I can hardly wait to get them (one way or another).
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Love, love, love the look of these pencils!! The templates are awesome too. And, we won't even mention the number of stamps I have that could use a make over with that awesome cleaner...
Thanks for the great tutorial!
You are a peach
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Hi Gina {{waving}} - That was a great post showing the difference of the pencils. And those piercing templates look like a cool idea! Ultra-Clean looks like the best stuff too! It's always great to get new toys to play with
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Thanks so much for the side by side coloring tutorial - loved it!
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Since you are raving about them, I gotta try them. I actually like blunt pencils when I color, so these will be perfect.
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These pencils look so neat! I love the vibrant colors.
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Wow what great pencils - and I think the templates and cleaner are great too.
Pick me please.
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Oooh! I can't wait to try out those pencils. Everything looks great! Thanks for always doing the best tutorials and finding the best products for us!
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You are just totally awesome ! I can't wait to try out the Koh-i-noor pencils and those templates are just wonderful ! Please pick me !!!
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I have some prismacolored pencils and would love a chance to try these.
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Wow those pencils are sure vibrant! Gotta love that. I am so pleased to see the ultraclean works so well. There is something so great about a clean, unstained stamp.
Retired Heather
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I love seeing all the things you come across. And especially love how you share the use for them so it's easier to decide if it's something that is truly useful for me or a waste of money.
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I love my Prismacolors and have for years, but from your fantastic tutorial, you may draw me over to the "dark side"!!! I would love to get my hands on the goodies...so choose me, choose me!!
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Wow - what wonderful colouring! The pencils look great
* crossing my fingers as I would love a set *
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As always, your tutorials are outstanding, with great pictures. i NEED some Ultraclean and I WANT those pencils and piercing templates!!! Thanks for so freely sharing your ideas and products.
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Gina: I love the look of the new Koh-i-noor pencils and your loved your tutorial. I'm still learning to blend colors and having a set of these pencils would definitely encourage me to do more! There's nothing better than having great tools to get one excited about using new techniques. As for the paper piercing and stamp cleaner - what can I say.........you're just too good to us! Hope I'm the lucky one! Thanks for all your time and research.
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Great new product, Gina! You've just increased the length of my wish list!
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I love those piercing templates! Sorry dh but i sense another order coming on
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Just recently started visiting your blog...you have such great ideas...thanks for the inspiration to someone who loves to stamp but just needs that little bit of help to get over the creative hump. Your ideas are my starting block...and then the race is on! love the pencils...the colors are so saturated!
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Can't wait to try the templates - thanks for the chance to win. You always have such great blog candy!
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WOW!! I can't believe it got that really "dirty" that clean. That's amazing...I feel like I sound like an infomercial now.
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I love that Ultra-clean cleaner too! It truly is the best stamp cleaner out there. Those new pencils look fun to try!
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Gina, I love those pencils, and really need to try the odorless mineral spirits. I do use Ultraclean, but I never thought to just sit the stamp on the pad for a few and let it soak, great idea. Thanks for sharing.
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Wow! Wonderful illustration of the difference between the prisma's and the koh-i-noor. (What does that mean anyway???)
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I love ALL these things!!! I've never heard of those pencils, but they look great.
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Gina, You have no idea how many of my stamps look like that! Sounds like ultraclean is what I need.
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This is such exciting news....I have just been introduced to copic markers and now I have another new and wonderful product to try. Can't wait to get these pencils and try them out.
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the stamp cleaner is amazing, can't wait to try it.
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The blues in those colored pencils are great! I could really see the difference with your pics. Thanks for showing them to us. JIL
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Woohoo!!! I have been wanting to see how the new pencils worked. I have some prismacolor pencils and like them but same as you they don't blend very well. I still love them but these look like fun and would add to my collection well.
I saw the piercing templates on Sharon's blog, so cool. I have been wanting a good piercing template. Thanks so much for sharing with us.
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These paper piercing templates look like just the thing I need. I'm terrible at piercing evenly.
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Thanks for the chance to win. I have the Ultra Clean and love it!. Do not have the pencils or the templates, but would love to.
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Love the new pencils, the color is so vibrant. Great paper piercing tutorial, too. Thanks for sharing such helpful information with all of us.
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OHHH my. I just started my collection of prismacolor pencils now it looks like I am going to have to have the Koh-i-noor pencils as well. Those new templates are cool too. MAN I really need to hit the lottery.
Thanks for showing and the generous (as always) giveaway.
Rose
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Gina: I am dying totry those pencils! Maybe I will win them! YAY! (A girl can wish, can't she?) LOL! Thanks for sharing - you are very generous!
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Wow! Those pencils look awesome! And the piercing tool is clever...I never could figure out how to get straight lines...even w/a ruler!
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Oh WOW - that Ultra Clean is powerful stuff! The pencils look great, thanks for that side by side tutorial. Thanks also for this fabulous giveaway
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Love the look of the new pencils! And what great templates...and turtorial. Cna't wait to give it a try!
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Wow! What awesome candy!! You are so sweet to us!! I hope I get picked, I could use a little happiness stuff in my life.
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Thank you for always sharing your creativity and knowledge with all of us! Those pencils look wonderful and a little more on the affordable side! Thanks you for the chance to win!
~Laurie
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Wow! I'm amazing at how the Ultraclean broke through that mess. I've never tried it...but I do have a couple well used stamps that probably could use some good cleaning. Thanks for some great blog candy and a chance at winning!
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Wow!I'm very impressed with your cleaner.Great tutorial.
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I LOVE the new piercing templates! Gotta get those because I never get it right with the old type of template. The pencils are awesome! I resisted them at the store last Thursday but now I think I'll have to get the! Don't tell my husband!
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What great blog candy! I haven't tried any of those things and would love the chance to win!
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Even if I don't win I'm picking up everything you demo'd today. I just love how informative you always are and the detail you put into everthing. I only wish your stamps were clear and I'd never have to shop anywhere else!
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Oh, so much fun. Would I love to win this blog candy. I don't own any pencils yet!!!. Thanks for the chance.
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Wow, what do I want the most? This is a great giveaway, and I'd love to be picked! Rae C.
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Love the coloring - I've never tried these pencils before! And I do love that Ultra clean stamp cleaner - it's the best stuff!!
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I love what I see of pencils so far - really appreciate you showing us how well they work. That Ultra Clean is a must have - I will be getting some of that asap. I'm pretty fanatical about my stamps being clean and I bought a second hand set which needs that Ultra Clean.
Thank you for the chance to win all this.
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i would love to try out those pencils...the templates are genius...and the cleaner....we've all been there, and that cleaner would get great use in my stamp room! lol!
thanks!
regina
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Spring? It is already summer here in Arizona
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Ohhhh, those pencils look wonderful. I love seeing how vibrant their color stays when used. The templates look wonderful, would love to have a set of them and man there are some of stamps that could seriously use that cleaner! Thanks for chance!!
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Love the results of those pencils- I would love to give them a try! Great idea with the peircing template too!
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Amazing - I have been trying to incorporate my stamping with needlework - well, I have one of those round templates in some kit I bought that you stitch on the plastic canvas. Gotta go unearth that kit and try it! At least they look like the old plastic canvas I used to make some stuff with. The colors, on my monitor were amazing with the new pencils - esp the blue like you said. You are so amazing with your coloring anyway! I can't believe the difference in your stamp. I have some of the cleaner but must not leave it on long enough or scrub as good. Good to know. We learn so much from you and your blog. Thanks so much for your inspiration as well.
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WOW....What a FUN giveaway! All of these products look amazing and I love your tutorials on each....very helpful! Thanks for the chance
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Thanks for showing the differences in the pencils. I've been on the fence about trying them since I have 120 Prismacolor pencils but they look gorgeous!!!! I've also wanted to try the piercing templates so if I don't win, I'll be placing an order
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I would love to try the pencils. The Ultraclean demostration was amazing. I will have to get some. I always like to get every little bit of ink off of my rubber or I feel they are not clean.
Thanks, Leslie
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Sweet! I have always wanted a paper piercing template tool (that's a mouthful!), but hadn't ever seen one used. Thanks, Gina!
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Wow! That Ultraclean is amazing! Great blog candy, please add my name. Thanks Gina!
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The blending with the pencils are great, and boy the cleaner is a must have.
Thanks for the chance to be in the giveaway.☺
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Thanks for showing your crusty stamp! I was reassuring to see that I'm not alone in having some of those things - especially when it's someone like you who has crusty stamps, too!!!
-Carrie F.
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thanks for showing the side by side comparison. It's really helpful in deciding whether this is a tool I need to add to my toolbox! I could really use that circle template.
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Sigh! I just got my prismacolors and now you're tempting me with something else!
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WoW could I ever enjoy this "candy". Hope I am the lucky one. Thanks for the demo comparison.
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Wow Gina
Your blog candy is always amazing!!!
The pencils look cool....so do the piercing templates and cleaner. Hope I win!!
JoAnn
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Thanks for the comparisson and for the chance to win some goodies! Maybe one of this days I'll loose my fear of coloring. Sandra
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What a great give-away...your the best! I am DYING to try the pencils and other fun goodies....I will be keeping my fingers crossed!
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Pick me! I need all three!!
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I've added the pencils to my wishlist since you recommended them! What a fantastic giveaway and a great comparison of pencils.
Thanks for the chance to win!
xx
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I just got the Prismas and haven't had a chance to try them out yet. Think the piercing guides are great! Thanks...
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Oh Gina! What great candy! Even if I don't win, I think I know what stamp cleaner I want to buy! I honestly avoid coloring stamped images because I hate the black stains on my stamps. Great pictures and unlike those TV infomercials, I actually believe your pictures are the real thing!
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Oh my - I love everything you talked about in this post! And I have stamps that I have given up hope of ever being clean, so I could use a little magic!
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WOW - they look so cool. I wanna play!!! Thanks for the chance to win them.
Dorothy
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Great tutorials and examples! Thanks for the opportunity to win these great pencils. I want to win!
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Awesome colors..those pencils are so cool..so you need to pick me...pick me...I really really need these. Thanks so much for the chance.
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Wow! Ultraclean is amazing. I've got to order some.
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So Ultraclean = magic! That was cool, very convincing. Those piercing templates are way cool, too. So effective with so little work. Perfect!
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love the look of the pencils. they are much more vibrant and seem to blend better than the prismacolors.
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that was a great comparison of the two pencils, thanks!! I love Ultra Clean, it's the best...
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Gina K--you come through again with not one, not two, but THREE great products that you have highlighted.
The pencils are awesome and your example side by side show just how vivid it is.
Then the new templates--I really NEED them! They look so easy to use and are simple to store too!
And the cleaner-where has this been all of my stamping life.
Thanks again for some great ideas--and PS--pick me!
thanks, Barb
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Ohhh the UltraClean is just super! I have some used stamps I just bought that I bet it would work wonders on!
The pencils look amazing too and hope that I get a chance to try them out in the very near future!
Thanks so much for sharing these with us!
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Wow Gina!! Thanks again for sharing such wonderful information! The comparison was really helpful, and I was surprised to see the templates for the circle paper piercing! Those templates look like....hmmmmmm?.....I can't think of what it's called....something for rug hooking? Is that what the craft is called??! Anyway....thanks for the chance to win some awesome blog candy!
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WOW, I've got to get some of that Ultraclean! Another great tutorial. Thanks for sharing your techniques with us.
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Great post and the Koh-i-noor pencils look beautiful! I love my Ultra-Clean -- it does a phenomenal job on my stamps.
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Gina
Holy Cow!!!! I am kicking myself for not getting those pencils when you were at the st paul show. My stamp buddy and I were going to buy a pack and then carefully break each pencil in half. We love to share but want it all so that works for us. I over heard you tell someone there that you could erase these pencils before you blend is that true? I have not tried the ultra clean but will definitely get some now. I am very particular about cleaning my stamps and don't even like to loan them out because nobody keeps them as clean as I want them to be. Thanks for your continued inspiration!
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I love the Ultraclean! It works wonders. Those pencils look awesome! I bought some prismas, but got the watercolor ones, and have never had much luck with them. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us!
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I would LOVE to try these pencils. Thanks for the chance to win them!
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Oh these DO look nice! I would love to try them!!
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I love what the ultraclean did. I also hate to say I have some stamps that could use some deep cleaning. Thanks for your consistent sharing.
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You always come up with such great ideas and products. Wow!!
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WOW these pencils look fabulous! I would love to win some of these. Thanks for the chance
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Great review of some new products. Should would love to win them!
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I can't belive the Ultra clean. Will be ordering some of this to clean up my stamps!
Robbie
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Thank you so much for the great blog! I love checking in to see the wonderful tips & techniques you so graciously share with us!
And as always, you are so generous with the goodies~ thank you so much for the opportunity!
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Oooooh I'm intrigued by those new pencils!!! I just finally bought my first prismacolors (thanks to a 50% coupon!) and am still learning to work with them. If not I would definitely have given those a try instead! Thanks for comparing them to each other, I love your little comparating reviews!
Thanks for a chance at this awesome blog candy!
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wow I love the new pencils--- I have some stamps that looked like yours it's great to know there is a cleaner out there that makes "well loved" stamps new again.
Gail
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Great review of some new products. Sure would love to win them!
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Wow, that's cool! I love the paper piercing templates! The only pencils I have are the SU! watercolor pencils...but these sound like a good start. Hmmm, I have a few stamps like that too. Gonna have to get some of that stuff! LOL! Thanks for sharing, Katie
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what a great idea using the plastic templates! beautiful pencils!
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Oooooh, I've been dying to try Ultraclean! And these pencils look divine. Please please please pick me. I could really use a win today. It's been one of "those" weeks. :O)
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Thanks for showing us the side to side comparison of the Koh-i-noor to Prismacolor. I got the piercing templates because I saw it on Melanie's blog weeks ago and just have to have it. Thanks for the blog candy.
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Great pictures of the pencils, I've wondered how they compared! Thanks for sharing!
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I love that ultra cleaner. People use my stamps and leave them dirty too. That would be a great solution!
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Wow!! My fingers are crossed.
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Thanks for all the great tutorials on the pencils, piercing templates, and Ultraclean.
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I love the "tutorial" or comparison you did for the coloured pencils. It is always great to see the comparison. I like how the new coloured pencils looked. This is one nice blog candy you are giving away. Hope I am picked
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I love the comparison between the two colors, it was very en lightning. wao, on the ultra clean is almost magical. thanks for the chance to win and god bless
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That is some impressive stamp cleaner...WOWZERS!!! Thanks for the side by side comparison chart. Your blog rocks! Lisa K in Texas
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Oh my goodness. I am amazed at the ultraclean. I could definitely use some of that. I am also intrigued by the new (to me) pencils that you are showcasing. Thanks for enabling us Gina. PS..please pick my comment to win
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love the tutorial on the coloring. thanks for showing us how to use these wonderful tools. love the piercing technique. thanks for a chance at the blog candy!
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Yikes! Did you raid MY stamp collection to get one like that?! It sure looks familiar! I gotta get my hands on some of that great stuff! Thanks for all the fab-ooo ideas!
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ooooh gina k.!! great info on the cleaner!! and I need all the paper piercing help I can get! and wow wow wow on those pencils!! thanks for the chance!!
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Wow! Three great products! I wish I could be so lucky! Love the paper piercing templates - esp. the circle idea. I'll be ordering!!
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I have the SU! pencils and find that they tend to break when sharpened as well...I'd love to try these new ones! And I've never used OMS before. I usually blend with a blender pen. OMS intrigue me...
Sally
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Oohh, Gina you are just awesome! I have seen these piercing templates making their way around the blogs and they look like so much fun! You definitely have my interest peaked about those pencils.
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Gina,
What a great tutorial, thanks! I love the piercing templates - so helpful for those of us who are "line challenged" when it come to piercing! Keep it comin'!
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The tutorial was great. Am very excited about the stamp cleaner and the piercing tremplates -- thank you
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Love the idea of using the plastic templates for piercing.
Dina
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I love the woodless pencils- the side by side comparison was a huge help.
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What a great5 give away! Thanks Gina!
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I love your website. I find alot of neat things on it, that I didn't know about. Now if i just had the opportunity to get & use them it would be wonderful. so please pick me please please please
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I'd love to try those pencils! They look really cool! And I would love to try the Ultraclean. I have been using SU's and would like to see how it compares to the Ultraclean. I have the circle templates, but not the other ones...I'd love to try those too! TFS!
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I've never seen these pencils before but I would love to try them!
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WOW Gina,
Your site rocks! I have seen those pencils and now can see why I'd "need" them! Thanks too for the plastic canvas idea - I have some and love the look of the punched holes, now I can do that on my cards. Thanks a million for all that you post about!
Kari
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I love using colored pencils and want to try the Koh-i-noor.The color's look so vibrant. The piercing templates looks much easier than doing it freehand. I will have to check these out too.
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I love the way those pencils look! The templates look great too!
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Wow, does that stamp look great! Thanks for showing the difference of the pencils. I only have the Stampin' Up water color pencils. I love the new ideas you share with us. Makes my creative brain kick in even after a hard day at work!
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What fun ... thanks for the info on the pencils ... and how fun do those piercing templates look ... thanks for the chance to win.
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I have to have that paper piercing guide! I can never do circles!!!
Amanda
stitchnaway@carolina.rr.com
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Wow, I love the vibrant color results of these new pencils. Can't wait to try them.
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Love the new piercing templates.. A must have!!
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Great tutorial. Pick me for the free prizes! I want UltraClean.
Hey, that was a haiku!
Karen
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I love the result of the blending you did with the pencils. The plastic templates for the paper piercing is a great idea. They remind of the plastic canvas you used to see at craft shows years ago.
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Thanks for yet another awesome tutorial and a chance to win some goodies!!
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Wow, I just love what you did with those colored pencils...amazing
Hugs,
catherine
www.mystampinggrounds.blogspot.com
catlevy@eastlink.ca
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Oh Gina, that would be so nice to receive your blog candy! Those pencils are amazing! If I don't win I will still purchase them!
I love your tutorials, I wish I lived closer to your store ~ I'd be there all the time!
Hugs,
Joani
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Great Blog Candy! I loved the example with the colored pencils and the new piercing templates are great!
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Love your blog Gina! And I love the looks of these new pencils! Pick me, pick me, I'd love to win!
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Thanks for the tutorial. Those are neat pencils... Amazing blog candy...thank you
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Oh my goodness, OH MY GOODNESS. I'm so excited, rarely do I get to see things, or even use things that are non-stamping up products. I'm just about fit to be tied! Oh, I'm keeping my fingers and toes crossed. Thanks for the lovely tutorial and the lovely blog candy! Yay!
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Just amazing, how you come up with so many neat ideas. Your web site is great. Enjoy your day.
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Wow. This is the first time I have visited your blog. I am a "Newbie".
These items are now on my list of things I need to get. I will be visiting often. Thanks
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What a great giveaway!!! I was just thinking about the piercing templates the other day - I had seen them on Sharon Harnist's blog.
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I love the tutorial on the differences between Koh-i-noor pencils and prisma colour oencils as well as how the ultraclean cleans the stamp/
I hope I win
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Thanks for showing the difference in the 2 types of pencils. I was wondering about that! And WOW! I didn't realize Ultraclean is such a great product!! I'll definitely have to get some!!
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I love the piercing templates!! Great use for some old craft supplies. Sharri
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Oh Gina, you are amazing! I was tempted to buy those pencils but said no, now I'm saying yes and even to the piercing templates. I just love how you showed an example of how the two differ.
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You really are the sweetest person to give such wonderful blog candy away, wow this looks absolutely awesome and I would love to win this, so thanks for the opportunity
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I love the look of the pencils. I want a pencil that blends and that I can use two colors to make a more distinct look. The ultra clean is definitely on my need it list as I have stamps that need help. I haven't done any piercings as of yet but I love how it looks. Got to add that to the need it list too.
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I guess we all want to win there are a lot of entries. I love reading your blog. Thanks for the chance to play and win!
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wow! i didnt realize those pencils would be so good! thanks for the great demo.
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This is one of the best articles that I have read in awhile. I would love to win the blog candy and be able to put the instructions to use! Thanks.
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Ooohhh....too cool!! Those pencils look AWESOME, and that template is perfect!!
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I love a great new product and those pencils are it! That is sooo amazing with the stamp. I refuse to use stazon anymore because it did that to two of my stamps. Very impressive.
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HI Gina,
Thanks so much for showing the difference between the Prismacolor and the Koh-i-noor! I'd love to win them and try them out myself!
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Awesome blog candy, Gina! Those Koh-i-noor pencils look really neat - I might have to break down and get myslef some if I don't win them here!
Kerry Morgan
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Wow! Those Koh-i-noor pencils are awesome! I love my Prismacolor pencils but these looks sooo much better! Thanks for showing the difference side by side!
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Love your website Gina and the tutorials are great...clear and concise. The piercing templates look amazingly like plastic canvas coaster shapes...you name the craft and I've tried it!!! I love the way you've blended with the Koh-i-noor pencils..they look amazing. Pick me, pick me and keep up the good work.
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That cleaner is awesome. I need to win this!Thanks for the chance!
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Have just started viewing your blog and am really enjoying it. Am excited about the piercing templates - it will be a life saver to keep the piercing straight/even.
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I'm crossing my fingers for sure. Love those pencils...and that cleaner is amazing. It's not just a want...it's a NEED!!
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Thanks so much for the tutorial! I believe I need those pencils! And that cleaner really cleaned the stamp! Am going to have to add that to my list also!
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Gina, you really give great blog candy! Would love to win! Loved your tutorial.
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WOW Gina! Such a wonderful and imformative post on so many goodies! I would love a set of those pencils as I have been a longtime fan of prisma's for MCP. I am always disappointed that my prisma leads ALWAYS break even with the Prisma sharpener that is a MUST HAVE!
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I love your blog! I recently found it and I am glad I did!
Joey
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I love coloring my images with mineral spirits. MY choice at this time is Prisma.....but I love trying new things. If they write new on anything...I buy it. LOL Ask my Hubby!
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A great little show and tell tutorial on the different between the two types of pencils. And, WOW, nice to hear about how well the ultraclean works as well. Thanks for giving me a chance to win.
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I recently found your blog and it is great!! Thanks for sharing your creative ideas with us.
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Hi Gina,
great description and overview of the Koh-i-noor pencils. I love the card...purples look great. Am also amazed at how clean your stamp became after using the cleaner. Thanks again!
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WOW...I love the looks of all of these products. Thanks for another chance to win!
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Oh Gina K. I wish I could buy gobs and gobs (that's a lot LOL) of your stuff. I love to water color and gamsol technique so please enter me in the blog give away! Those templates are cool!
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what a combo of blog candy! would be great to have. enjoy your informative blog
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Awesome blog candy, Gina! I have so many Prismacolors I hate to buy anything else but you make it really hard!
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I just subscribed to your blog about a week ago. I can already tell my bank account is going to be getting lighter! Great demo of the pencils. I guess I'll just HAVE to buy some of these (that is...if I don't win the blog candy!) I just purchased some of the Ultraclean because everyone raves about it, but haven't had a chance to try it yet. I've got a few stamps that resemble your stamp.....guess I should try it on them.
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OK, Gina, you were reading my mind! I'm just taking a break from colouring an image with my Prisma pencils to check out your blog, and here is an entry about them- not to mention that it's an enabling post!
BUT you have given a chance to win, not to mention some excellent info- thank you so much!
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Gina, thank you so much for having such informative information! You are the best! Thanks to for offering us a chance to win! I would love to try those pencils out.! God Bless!
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those dresses look STUNNING the way you colored them in!! i love it!
thank you for the chance to win and for your great tips and ideas.
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I would love to finally win something!! You always give such great examples of your products. These pencils are super!!
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I need to do that with a few of my stamps. Thanks for the tip.
Cindy F
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What fabulous blog candy! The pencils did a wonderful job on the dresses - I always wondered how those pencils were different - now I know!! I love all of your tips and your inspiration.
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This was a great lesson...nice pencils, awesome clean-up to that stamp and I hope to win!
Thanks Gina!
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Thanks for the tips on these products, Gina. I love this (miraculous)cleaner. And, I'd love to win the pencils.....hint, hint!
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I was so enthralled by this article. Your honest comparison of the Prisma and Kohinoor pencils was refreshing. I just loved the visuals you displayed.The ultra clean stamp cleaner is a definite must for me. It will be nice to give some of my stamps a rebirth. Thanks
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omg!! I so need that cleaner!! Please, please pick me!! Love those pencils too. And what a neat idea with the plastic. I have a circle and would have never of thought of that. Sure could use the others too.
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Thanks for the tips,love your cards and those templates.
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Thanks for all the great tutorials. the pencils and templates look great.
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I've been wanting to try coloring with the stumps and mineral spirits but the price of the Prismacolor pencils kept me on the fence - I can afford these!! Thanks for the great tutorials!
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ILOVE THIS SITE!!!!!I would love to win some blog candy I could use that cleaner.so please pick me pick me pleaseeeeeeeee.
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I'm liking the new pencils, just when I told myself not to buy anything more for a while, well maybe next week. Thanks for the chance to win some great candy! You rock!
Jannette D.
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loving those pencils!!! I'll be buying a set for sure...
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Those pencils look so yummy. Thanks as always for your great site.
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I like the look of these new color pencils. Thanks for doing such a thorough comparison for us.
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I just received my first order from your store and I LOVE IT!!!!! Those pencils look awesome! I want them!
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thanks for such a detailed tutorial and comparison of the pencils and others......thanks for always being there to help out (enable...lol) your fellow stampers
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WOW! I appreciate all of the information about the new products. I'm especially excited about those paper piercing templates. Thank you!
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Now those templates are really cool! Would love to try them. Been reading your blog since the begainning, and Still trying for blog candy!!!
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I can't beleive I forgot to put my name in! The Anonymous is me!
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I knew I would want these pencils! I just purchased my first set of prismas though. Having a little trouble with them, but using w/ my SU pure color pencils. Thanks for the winning chance!
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Another great give away. Gina you rock!
These pencils look great and looking at the stamp you cleaned if I don't win this, which I sure I won't with over 700 comments already made, I might just have to break my spending freeze and get some. You don't even want to see some of my stamps!!!!
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Wow! The colours from the Koh-i-noor pencils is incredible...so bright!! The stamp cleaner is also amazing. I can't believe it got your stamps so clean!!
Val S
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Great idea with those templates. my ruler always slips. and whoa, thats one clean stamp!
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Wow, Gina..you always amaze me! These products look awesome.
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The templates look like a lot of fun and the Koh-i-noor pencils look so nice and vibrant! Great job colouring! Thanks for such a generous offer and for the chance to play along in the fun!
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I've used Koh-i-noor pencils before and they are awesome. I love the templates...they look like they would add so much extra "umph" to projects (beyond what I've been able to do with just my straight line piercing template). Once again, what a generous prize.
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What fun candy! I love the look of these pencils & would be thrilled to win.
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Wow such great information and great products. If I dont win they will go on my wish list.
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Thanks for all the great tips in this entry! Would love to try the new pencils!
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I just love the templates. I haven't used pencils much but I saw your post last week and was going to order some. I might not have to if I'm lucky. Thanks so much for the chance.
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Those templates add a creative touch to your projects. I love the sharp color the pencils give. Thanks for a chance!
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WOW!!! Cool products!
Thanks for the chance to win.
Marie H.
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Oooh I would love to win a set!
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Gina,
Thanks for the great tutorials. The 3 products you talked about look awesome! I'll have to purchase them soon, unless I'm the lucky winner!!
Marcia M.
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Gina, Such awesome blog candies...I hope I win...Please have mercy... Pick me
Debi Pippin
Inverness Florida
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Wow!! Fantastic candy. I would love to win the Koh-i-noor pencils. They look so vibrant. That UltraClean stamp looks awesome. I would love to use it on some of my favorite stamps. And those piercing templates would keep my piercing all in a row.
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Hmmm...seems like I saw some plastic canvas pieces in my mom's craft stuff...I'm sure she'll share~~what a great idea!
The pencil coloring is beautiful! So rich looking, too. I'd love a chance to try them! Thanks, Gina!
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Thanks for showing us the difference in the pencils. You are always so generous with your candy!!! Thanks so much for the chance!
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Thanks for the great tips. Great blog candy, too!
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Wow that is some awesome cleaner. I love the pencil and mineral spirits coloring. I need to purchase some of those and the piercing templates. They are fantastic! I love the idea of being able to pierce in so many different designs! Thanks for the tutorial. I always learn something new from you.
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Wow! So much to love in this post! The pencils look great-I hate that the lead breaks in the Prisma. LOVE the template idea-genius! Plus, gotta love the Ultra Clear! Thanks for all the good tips and tricks you share!
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I LOVE my UltraClean too!! That is some amazing stuff. I love the new pencils. The color saturation is amazing. Love your blog!!!!
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Oh wow, I love your post today. I can't wait to go to your store and pick up a plastic template packet!!! WONDERFUL idea! And I definitely need some of that Ultraclean Stamp Cleaner. I'll keep my fingers crossed that I win!!!
http://stampinwithanita.com/
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I LOVE those pencils.
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Thanks for Koh-i-noor info. I've never used odorless mineral spirits. I've also never heard of Ultraclean. That stuff is amazing.
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Love the cards, Love the tutorials & must have the paper piercing tools!!
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Glad to see you have those pencils to buy now. You told me about them in Minnesota. They look awesome! Great tips today!
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I really enjoyed this post....the paper piecing technique is wonderful (no more guessing and complete accuracy!) I'm sold on the pencils, too! Please pick me Mr. Random Number picker!
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Hurray for awesome blog candy, I love the stuff you create, it really inspires me. Those pencils look super cool too, hmm maybe a trip to Mcfarland is in order!!Thank you for the chance to win.
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The Koh-i-noor look very nice, I never heard about the ultracleaner but would love to try some I have stamp that look just like your "HEE HEE"
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Wow those cards are amazing. The whole blending things scares me, but I think it would be fun to try.
I think those templates are awesome.
thanks for a chance to win.
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Hi Gina - thanks for more great products. I love the vibrance of the pencils and absolutely MUST have the piercing templates. So much easier than doing it by hand as I have been!
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Gina, I subscribed to your blog about a month ago and I am amazed at how much I have learned from you in that short amount of time. Thank you so much for sharing.
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Hi Gina - I truly enjoy your newsletter with the great tutorials. This one was very easy to follow. I'm new to stamping and card making so still experimenting, but these pencils look and sound wonderful. I also enjoy the many links. Thanks for the great job - GREAT blog candy!!!
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You always have such great info! I will most certainly have to try these pencils! I never would have thought to try those particular piercing templates either - thank you!
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Wow, Gina!!! I'm loving the pencils!!!! They really are brighter than the "other" brand! And I'm also loving the piercing pack! If I don't win, I am going to buy that piercing pack! They're so versatile!!!
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I love your new photo - your daughter did a great job!! Love your ideas too!
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Wow...you always find the cool toys for us crafters.. Hope I can win this great blog candy
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I am so impressed with the coloring, piercing and the stamp cleaning!!! You are an amazing woman with some amazing friends! Thanks for sharing your knowledge, tips, tricks and talent!!!
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Thanks for the great post. I can't wait to try the new pencils in your store.
~ jess k
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I am a new subsriber to your site. I am blown away with your generosity, enthusasium and joy. Keep up the great work. Sandy
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I have become a blog hopper since discovering PTI in March. I check all the blogs linked to Nicholes regulary. I love your piercing samples and ideas!
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The pencils look amazing! The templates are a must have and I wish my cleaner worked that well. Thanks for a chance to win!!
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I just signed up to receive your newsletter. WOW! Very interesting and helpful.I'm new to stamping and am trying to figure out what markers, pencils, chalks to purchase. This was very helpful. I look forward to future articles. Happy Stamping.
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Ooo.... lovely stuff! Thanks for sharing and thanks for the cool giveaway!! Sweet!
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beautiful job coloring - wish i could do the same! maybe i'll get a chance . . .
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I have never seen over 700 comments like this before!! Thanks for a chance of winning your blog candy. It all sounds wonderful.
Loved the tips you gave us, too!
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I have been reluctant on getting the prismas, I hear people complaining about how easy the tips break. But I am having second thought on those new pencils :o) It would be great if I win them !!
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Gina,
I have never left a comment before, but enjoy checking out your site every morning. I am in love with the koh-i-noor pencils. This stampin' addiction of mine is forever expanding with all your cool ideas. Thanks!
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Gina:
Thanks for today's blog entry. What alot of inspiration you packed into this one entry! I am excited to try out the needlepoint plastic paper piercing. I like that you can see right through it. The SU piercing template that I have is never in the right place, so it always looks a little funky. Your idea should work great!
Thanks for sharing. Darlene
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Hi, Gina K.! Wish I could sit under your teaching to learn from you, especially the blending of colors. You have a great gift and I thank you for sharing it. It would be such a blessing to win these pencils and take tutoring sessions from you! Your creations are beautiful and the colors gorgeous. The tips you share are fantastic. I visit your site at least once a day and am so very inspired by your marvelous creativity. Keep up the terrific work!! I hope to hear from you and am looking forward to many more wonderful inspirations from you. You are so blessed and thank you for sharing it!
God Bless you, Gina!
~Amy Sabol~
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I visit your site often and enjoy all the tips you share with us. I'll have to place another order and get some ultraclean and the plastic templates for piercing
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Gina... You find the best stuff... The Koh-i-noor pencils and the three pack of paper piercing templates are a must have and I already have the bottle of Ultraclean and it rocks!!! Nancy P...
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Wow this is some candy. TFS. Love the pencils and now I must have the cleaner. OMG amazing.
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oohhhh....You're right those pencils do blend better than prismacolor, I'm gonna have to try that and the ultraclean.
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What great blog candy! I am so glad you showed the difference between each pencil. I would love to win them! Thanks for all you do.
Cindy E.
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As usual, great information on your blog. Gotta get those templates and the Ultraclean stamp cleaner!
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Thanks for the great comparison tutorial. You're always so informative!
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Love, Love, LOVE the new templates! I alway have a hard time evenly spacing my piercings...I would love to add this to my inventory.
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Those pencils are just gorgeous!! Thanks for the chance to win them!!!
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Super cool giveaway! I have not yet gotten any pencils from anywhere as there are too many choices. These sound wonderful!!! Thanks for the chance.
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What great blog candy! I love reading your blog-such great inspiration. The pencils look wonderful. Thanks!
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loved the demo comparison, thanks!
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I am SO lucky to have found your blog today. Not only do I get to read and see great reviews of new products, but I get a chance to WIN them! I will definitely be checking back often. Thanks!
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Thanks for the awesome chance to win Gina!! Your coloring tutorials are always my favorite!!
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Wow! That Ultra Clean sure is something! It brought your stamp right back to normal! Thank you for compairing the two pencils.
~ Pam
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Dear Dear GINA.....
I am so anxious to use the two products that you demonstrated so well, actually all 3. I think my DEAR friend Darlene Clark should win....She actually sent your email....and YES...just from this one email I am HOOKED ON YOU! Thank you so very much!
Juli
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I love everything you put on your blog. Thanks for giving us the chance to win some new stuff.
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I am soooo glad I found your site!!! I have learned lots of neat things. Thanks for the lessons and the chance to win great prizes!
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Wow- those pencils are great!...and the template would come in handy- I usually just free hand them- but they sure look good using a template! What can I say about that cleaner besides I NEED IT!!! I am the worlds lazyiest person when it comes to cleaning my stamps! Pick me Please
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I love these plastic holes thingies!
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What great new products. Thanks for the chance to win.
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Thanks for sharing all the new things (to me ) and the info on cleaning the stamps is great. I think we all have 1-2 we have loved to near death. Very generous of you to offer the opportunity to win. Thanks
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I love seeing all the techniques you incorporated in stamping! The Ultraclean is just what I have been looking for to clean my stamps that are crusted with ink. I want to win!
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Your tutorials are always the best. I always learn so much. Thanks for the chance to win some of these great products.
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wow! thanks for the great tutorial and info about the pencils. I've wondered about them and how they compare.
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I love seeing all the beautiful things you create. Thanks for giving us the chance to win cool stuff.
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These pencils are tempting!!! I also love the templates for piercing. Great idea for straight and even lines.
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Gina, you have to be one of the most giving women in the world. I doubt I'll win the candy but I am SO going to be ordering these pencils. Do you sell them in your store? I'm off to find out!
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What a great blog entry! So much great stuff at one time. I love the way the Ko-i-noor pencils look--pure lead! And your description makes them oh so tempting. And the piercing templates look fab, since I have trouble doing that in a consistent row. Very cool! And the cleaner looks like a lifesaver. I'm going to have to get my hands on some of that! Thanks for sharing your wisdom!
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Wow! Gorgeous dress cards!! I have been afraid to try the OMS, but as usual you have inspired me! : )
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Gina, you give away the best blog candy!! I'm keeping my fingers crossed...and my toes! Ü
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What a great tutorial on the pencils! They really sound great. The only pencils I have are from SU and I am always disappointed that they don't match their cardstock and they are not very vibrant. So I really hope I win yours! I also saw the piercing templates on Melanie's site and now I know where to get them! Yeah!! Thanks, Mary
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I haven't really done a lot of colouring in images, but I'd love to try out these pencils (and the piercing templates)! Thanks for offering the blog candy.
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Gina, thank you so much for a hands on demo/comparison of the pencils! I really, really want a set of those pencils now, even if I don't win this time! And I love the paper piecing templates. And the stamp cleaner, too! I guess I need to get another order together! LOL!
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Wow! The pencils look really great! I'm definitely going to have to get some Ultra Clean Stamp Cleaner! I had to chuckle when I saw your stamp.....I have a couple that look very similar!
Cherie
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True eye candy indeed!!! So many ideas so little time..
Would love to experiment with all these items...
Thank you for the offer. and the opportunity.
Diana
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Pick me, pick me *waving* I would love to try a new colormedium, paperpiercing is one of my favorite techniques and cleaning hmmm what can I say about cleaning except it's my profession *lol* love quick and nice cleaning
Thanks Gina for giving us the chance to win such awesome blog candy!
xx Inge
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Oooh, I'd love to try out those pencils & the paper piercing templates.
Thanks for the chance to win!!
Karen
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Thank you for the gorgeous tutorial! I definitely need to get some of the OMS now!
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Ok, I'm sold! Was thinking about the Prismacolor pencils but now I need to get the "K" pencils. Great tutorial! Would love to win thoses babies! LOL
Love the piercing templates too. Thanks for all you do! Kristin
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Loved the comparison of Koh-i-nor to Prismacolor pencils - thanks for the info!
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I love your demonstrations of products..... What a great idea with the plastic canvas templates. I would love to try out these pencils and the new piercing techniques.
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What great blog candy!
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I love to see product comparisons. It helps so much to see a product in action before I buy. The koh-i-noor pencils won't replace my prisma color but look very intriging. And love, love, love ultra-clean. Thanks for everything. Sheila
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Oooh - This is my first visit to your blog (love it!) and I have never tried either of these pencils. Maybe it's my lucky day. *fingers crossed* Thanks!
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I love it!!! I really need those pencils....
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I love the look of the new pencils. Can't wait to try them. But I'm new to using the mineral spirits and stumps so hope to find some information about that!
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Oh, I think I'm gonna have to get them pencils, one way or another! LOL! Thanks for the awesome example and the chance to win a set! You're the best!
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I clicked on your logo on SCS and am SO glad I did!! Loved the demo of the new pencils--can't wait to try them! I had no idea there were piercing templates and I'm eager to get a pack. Thanks for all the tips!
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I would love some new toys! Love your blog!
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wow those pencils look amazing! and that stamp cleaner WOW WOW WOW
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Love the idea for the paper piercing and those awesome pencils...WOW! Would love to add them to my collection. I do enjoy visiting your blog.
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Wow - these pencils look amazing!1 I hae some of this stamp cleaner and it is wonderful! I will not use anything else! Thanks for the chance to win!!
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Okay, win or not, I so have to have these items. I fell in love with prisma colors after reading your tutorial on them and now I love the koh-i-noor pencils as well. And the templates make the paper piercing seem so easy. I hope so anyway because I've definitely got to give it a try. Thanks, Gina!
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I would love to win these. If not I will be adding them on to my next order.
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WOW! Those pencils look fantastic! I can't wait to give them a try. I have the Prismas, but these look great. Thanks for the chance to win. Lovely cards too, BTW!
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OMG!!! I love to color and I think those pencils are just want I need and not to mention the piercing tools and most definately the miracle cleaner, because I DO have stamps that look just like that and would love to have them clean and looking like new again!!
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Awesome! Can't wait to win, wink, wink, wink.....
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OMg! Awesome candy!
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Wow, when you say clean, you really mean ulta clean!
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Hello Gina! Thank you very much for your wonderful blog and all the information that you are giving to us. All your tips and tutorials are very helpful and amazing! I was lucky to visit your store. We live in Lake Mills, WI. For me visiting your store was like to touch a dream, to reach a star. And I saw the cards that you and your team made. No, the picture can't show all of the beauty and an effort that people put in their card. The cards and all the crafts that I saw at the store were filled with warmth and love. They have their own personality and life because they were made by a person. Thank you Gina for your talent and for all your beautiful work.
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wow that ultra clean gets the job done.
love the piercing templates too
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Gina! These pencils look so pretty. I can't believe how bright that blue is. I have always had the same problem with my Prismas. Nice to know about another affordable alternative out there. Thank you!
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Gina - wow! Another great resource post. I love how you take the time to explain everything. It certainly sells me! Thanks.
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I'm going to have to get my hands on some of that cleaner, and those pencils, my gosh!! Thanks for the opportunity to win!
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I have so many stamps that need cleaning like that! Looks like I will have to order so Ultra Clean.
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Recently I started coloring images using watercolor pencils, but think these pencils make the image so much more beautiful. Look like fun to play with!
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It's so great to be able to count on someone to keep us informed on these things. Thank you very much Gina! God bless. Linda
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I'm glad you explained the differences between the pencils. Loved the piercing templates and the fact you could get that stamp to look like new is amazing
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I SO love this templete, I want to win!!!
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I can't believe I just started to collect Copics and now you tempt me with a new coloring pencil. I'd love to win this package. Super cool idea for the piercing. I use a ruler now but these are so much better.
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I don't get to blog hop often enough - glad I found this today. It's so good to see the actual comparison of the products. And, could I have used that cleaner this weekend!!! Thanks for sharing.
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Love the vibrant colors from those pencils! very cool paper piercing templates too. I'll have to check those out in the shop.
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WOW, I just heard about your site today at Stamp Club. I like the way you describes the pencils & their differences. The examples makes it easy to see why you are liking the Knors. I've never used that stamp cleaner, but sure will now. So glad I found out about your blog and your copic club. I plan on checking the club out further.
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I love my Prismacolor pencils but, those look like they blend beautifully. Those piercing templates look like a must have. And as for the Ultra Clean, there is nothing better.
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Super blog candy. Thanks for the great comparison. I have been using my prismapencils for a while now and quite like them. Now reading your blog I have to have the new Koh-i-noor pencils.
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I cannot believe how clean that stamp came out!!!
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woo hoo! yeah for ultraclean.. and those new pencils!
Liz
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Thanks Gina! I love how you introduce us to such great new stuff, and a chance to win also...you're the BEST!
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The round piercing template looks very interesting!
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Yahoo, another awesome sharing...
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Gina I really like coming to your blog because you have such great tutorials.You demonstrate the way all those great supplies are to be used. Especially for someone new to the stamping world like me. I love those piercing templates. If I do not win they are definitely on my shopping list. Thanks and have a great week. Valerie
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I would love to win these items. I would love to purchase them but sadly shipping from an online store from the US to CANADA is insane, even the smallest $1.49 item has a HUGH shipping price added to it. PLEASE PICK ME!!!!!!!!!!!!! Actually I just want the paper piecing 3 piece set, someone else can have the rest.
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You are way so nice with more blog candy offerings. Thanks so much. I'm intrigued by the round piercing template and the colored pencils.
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That's an amazing cleaner. I am so in need of that. The pencils look fantastic too. Great blog candy *keeping fingers crossed*.
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Oh Gina, what can I say? You have convinced me that I need those new coloring pencils! And the Ultraclean too. That little sample you did with the dirty stamp could be their best advertising. I have the hardest time cleaning black ink and StazOn from my stamps. The StazOn cleaner works, but Ultraclean seems like a better option. Hopefully I can win so I can try all these products!
Thanks!
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WOW!!!!! You always show us such wonderful things. The cleaner is amazing.....The piecing mats are great and the pencils do beautifully.....Thanks for sharing......Billye
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Oh, man... not more coloring pencils! My wishlist keeps growing... hopefully, I can win them or they'll just have to go at the bottom of my wishlist.
Thanks for a chance to win them!
~Crystal M.
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Wow Gina....that seems to be too coool things..I wuld luv receiving those ....& try them out..!!
Thanx for sharing such lovely tutorials..!!
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Even if I don't win, I think I really need these pencils. The difference is amazing. And now I have to learn piercing - before I was determined I would not do that! My fingers are crossed.
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I am commenting late and know I won't win since my entry is at the bottom but I too LOVE Ultraclean, it's the bomb baby! I haven't tried the pencils but they look wonderful! Thanks for the comparison.
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The Pencil's look amazing ~ as do your samples ~ thanks for sharing!!
xoxo
Sharly
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Gina, I just found your website lately and have been impressed with your products and what they will do. I have the Prismacolor pencils, but would love to try the Koh-i-noor ones. The plastic canvas templates will make paper piercing so much easier. Also I was really impressed with the cleaner. I'm not sure the Stampin Up cleaner would have cleaned your stamp! Thanks for all your tutorials.
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I would totally love to win some of these pencils. I really like to use odorless mineral spirits and these pencils look like a dream to use. I also would love the stamp cleaner since it did wonders for your stamp. Seeing is believing! Thanks for the chance to win.
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Absolute fantastic blog candy! You are always so generous. That stamp cleaner is awesome.
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I loved seeing the difference in colored pencils as I am always looking for new ones to use and to see how I can use them. looking at those woodless pencils would be really neat to add to my colllection also. I just loved how bright they came out.I also love your blog.
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Thanks for sharing! You have a great blog and are so talented! I really enjoy your blog! These are great products! Thanks.
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Wow! The difference in the 2 brands of pencils is really noticeable! What a wonderful opportunity to have a chance to win them plus the fabulous Ultra clean and the piercing templates. Whoever wins them is going to be totally pleased! Thank you for the comparison, too!
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Thank you for the chance at free goodies! The new pencils look great!
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wow! what a fun thing that would be to win!!!
thanks gina!
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Wow do I need to use some of that cleaner on a few stamps that I have.
I also liked the demo on the pencils. Are the templates comparable to the ones used in plastic canvas needlepoint?I love your blog along with your tutorials. Thank you again!
Sharol
SantaRosa,CA
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Gina - I absolutely love your blog - the Koh-i-noor pencils are wonderful. One of my favorite things is blending colors!! Thank you for all your wonderful ideas and products!
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woo-hoo!!!!!!!!! Blog candy is the best!!!!
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I always learn so much from you! You have the best ideas and techniques! and this is such a wow give away! I would love to try the pencils...they have me drooling!!!! Thanks again for everything Gina!
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Love the comparison/explanation of the two different types of pencils. I have been using plastic canvas for paper piercing, but only have a square. I need the circle and star shapes! Thanks for the opportunity to win these great new products!
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Where have you been all my life??? I've just joined and your tutorial is so informative. I love my Prismacolor Pencils but definitely want to try the koh-i-nor... I can see many plus' there, and the templetes, what an awesome idea! The ultraclean...WOW!! All three are a must for every crafter. I will definitely be a regular to this site..!!! TFS!
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The pencils are the greatest!! Love the good color!!!! The tip on the dried up stamps was good to find, I have forgotten
to clean with SU ink, but they have always cleaned up well. I haven't seen the templates any where around but will get them as soon as I can find them. (or maybe win them).
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OH Nooooooo not more pencils these are seriously another addiction. WOW that rubba cleaned up super well (my other addiction). The stencils are great I wondered how people got their piercing so perfectly even, mine never is even with a machine LOL.
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Oh gosh sooo many comments I couldn't find the end of the page...lol
Mmmmm most of my stamps are like that, superclean looks fabaroonie I must get some i was wondering why my handmade by fairy stamp was not so flexi anymore, and I use stazon cleaner and no way it comes out as clean as your stamp...
Thanks for all the info and inspiration you gives us all....
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I love the vibrancy of the new pencils - now on my list! Quite a few of my stamps could do with the TLC of Ultraclean!
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Thanks for the comparison of the pencils. I have the Prismacolor, but haven't (gasp!) used them yet! The piercing templates look like something I really need! And, I am just impressed with that stamp cleaner. Wow.
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Those pencils look great! Love the piercing idea. Thanks for the great ideas you sent out. Keep up the great job.
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These are so cool. I can't wait to give them a try.
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OMGosh! I have several rubber stamps that I can't get the black off of!
I need this sooo bad!
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I have never posted a comment before, but I come here daily for inspiration. You give the BEST detailed explinations and pictures! I couldn't do what I do without this site. Thank you so much and keep up the great work, it's much appreciated!!!!!!
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What a great Blog Candy prize...good luck to all that enter for the goodies~
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Wow! Thanks for teaching me some more new things! I'm gonna have to start saving for those Koh-i-noor pencils...they look like they color awesome! I used to use those templates when i did canvas projects but never thought to use them as you have!! Such an awesome crafter you are! & the blog candy...weeee! I still vow to get by your store one of these days when I'm back in WI!!!
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Wow lots of ladies trying to win! I definitely need help with my paper piercing lines! And some of my stamps look just like yours did! hehe... I don't have any cleaners. I need to invest in one! Thanks for a great chance to win Gina!
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OMG - what a FANTASTIC set of candy. I would LOVE to try all three of those products!!! Thanks for the great offer and for finding all of these great treats to make available to us! You ROCK!
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Hoping I win! I'm a junkie for any kind of coloring medium and these are some I haven't tried yet!
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Thanks for the comparison and the enabling, um I mean product alert! Love your blog!
Lisa
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I too LOVE ultraclean! Some of my older stamps looked new again after using it, it is the best stuff on the planet.
I love those new pencils, they color beautifully.
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WOW! Love the new pencils and templates! I must get some of that cleaner, 'cause it works much better than my Staz-on cleaner!
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I have heard so much about ultraclean, but you have finally sold me! Wow! Does it work that well on acrylic stamps?
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Wow!! Gina, you rock!! What amazing blog candy! I love all of your tutorials, and especially your product comparisons- they're really helpful, and enabling
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Oh, these all look like fantastic products!! Thanks for the chance to win them! *Ü*
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Oh wow - what a great give away! I love your blog and all the wonderful inspiration you share!
Thanks!
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WOW!! I love the color that the new pencils gave to that dress! Wish I had a dress that color.
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I love the ultra stamp cleaner, it works just like you said it does with cleaning the Stazon. I also love the way the new pencils make the dress look. Your blog is awesome. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us.
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wonderful! looks like I need to make another trip to the store! (I say that like's a "bad" thing! - LOL)
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awesome! Love the color of that blue!!
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Oh, those pencils look fab! Love the templates too.
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Beautiful demonstration - thanks! And I'd love for you to pick me to win that very generous package of goodies!
Alison
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Very neat! What beautiful coloring!
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I love my Koh-I-Noor pencils...I just wish they came in more colors!
Would love to win some for a friend of mine...and I'd like to try the paper piercing!
So thanks for the blog candy opportunity!
Carmen
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I found your blog while looking for help with my Cuttlebug and Nestibilities. Thanks for THAT! So now I am hoping to win those paper piercing templates. The pencils and cleaner are also quite impressive. Very helpful blog.
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I had heard about the new pencils from a friend, and was unsure of them, but once you showed the difference, I'm hooked!!! And piercing templates, I love piercing, but it never looks uniform. So pick me, pick me....pretty please!
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I love your blog. You always give such good information on new tools and techniques. So helpful for us novices with no innate art talent. Those new pencils and piercing templates look wonderful!
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As always, I love your tutorials! And the chance to win some of your blog candy! Have a blessed week.
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What an awesome blog post. i enjoyed reading it and seeing the differences. I finally bought my first GinaK stamps last week and I played all weekend with them. I've been a fan for a long time, but money is tight so I have to save! I love all three products and would be totally excited to win. If not, I'll save some more! LOL
I love your blog Gina!
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Wow Gina, you are a great salesman. I am definitely interested in all three of these items. I have WC Crayons but no pencils so I am definitely thinking about these. I don't have any paper piercing tools as of yet either so another must have...and don't even get me started on that stamp cleaner. If I am not lucky enough to actually win these items, you can bet I will be back to purchase them. Thanks for all the demo's!
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Love, love, love the blue dress. The colors are bright and vibrant. I've never tried ultraclean and goodness knows my stamps could definitely use a decent cleaning. Thanks for offering such a generous bunch of goodies!
Vicki
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Now you have me convinced that I need to buy the pencils. Here's hoping I win them on your blog. Otherwise, expect an order from me (which means - expect an order from me because I never win anything!)
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Thanks for the comparison of the two pencils. I love my Prismacolors, but hopefully will win the Koh-i-noor so I can try them too! Wow! I was impressed with that stamp cleaner. That is definitely going on my gotta get list.
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GREAT info on the different pencils, thanks Gina!!!
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Those new pencils sound terrific!
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OMGOSH! I would love love love this! Thanks so much for giving us this chance Gina!
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woohoo!! New toys!!!
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Love it! I can never get things lined up ...this is great. And the Ultraclean...wow that is amazing. I need that stuff. LOL
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WOW! I just got back from vacation and found this awesome blog candy give-a-way! I have many stamps that are in need of some TLC, so I hope I win!!!
Melissa
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What a wonderful product. Something I will have to have. Colored pencil drawings is another addiction for me. There's not enough hours in a day!
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I've got several stamps in need of the Ultraclean makeover and I would love to try these pencils. Please pick me!
Thanks!
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I could really use some practice with the colored pencils as it is my weakness...and I think we all have those kinds of dirty stamps hidden in a pile (I let my toddler stamp with me once). THANKS
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Wow do I ever need some of that cleaner!!!
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What a wonderful prize! I am going to have to try all of these products whether I win them on not.
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Wow- What a difference! Thank you for showing us step by step! It helps those of us who need to "see" it- like me!
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Everything in this post was really cool.
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I'm saving money to buy some quality pencils, so thank you very much for the comparison. It'll definitely help me when I have to choose some.
Greetings from Belgium, Annelies
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OMG! I cannot get OVER those awesome pencils!! I also have to say that I just received my very first GINA K stamp set in the mail today and I'm so excited to ink it up! I loved my little treats inside as well and wanted to send some {{HUGS}} your way! So super cute! Thanks!
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Those pencils are fantastic and the Ultraclean looks like a miracle worker...but it is those little plastic canvas grids that just captivated my imagination! Thank you for sharing - ins o many ways!
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Wowza! Would love to win this blog candy! Those pencils look great- I haven't broken down and bought the Prismacolors yet either. Pick Me!
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I'd love to win this awesome blog candy!! Thanks for the opportunity.
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Another great tutorial!! Thanks for sharing.
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Gina, WOW! Great news of some more terrific products from Gina K. Would love to try the new pencils and template - so handy!!!
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Ooh... another awesome giveaway from Gina K! I hope I get it this time! LOVE the paper piercing templates especially.
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Thanks you for showing how easy paper piercing can be (with the right tool of course)!
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Wow, I am new to this but thanks for the opportunity to win such gorgeous things. I can see why it is called candy!
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Well, ok, I didn't think it was possible to absolutely love another coloring medium, but those pencils are to "die" for!! I can just see DH's eyes roll when I tell him about these! And I love, love, love that UltraClean stamp cleaner. Does it only come in a 2oz bottle? I'll need 8 at least! Ha-Ha!! Those piercing templates are pretty darn clever too. Wow ... great products!! Thank you!!
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WOW! The cleaner is ultra amazing! What a great giveaway! Your blog amazes me each time I visit!!!
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Wow, all of that is such cool stuff! I'm especially impressed by that stamp cleaner - WHOA!
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You are soo generous. It seems like every chance I get to visit your site you are sharing some great information or giving something away and here you are doing both. Thank you so much for your generousity!
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You never cease to amaze me with your tips and ideas. Thanks for keeping us all up to date with the latest & greatest tools. I'd love to win the blog candy. Looking forward to hearing from you!!!
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I have a small set of those pencils and I agree, I love the smooth blending and the colors really pop. Great idea with the templates, very clever!
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Thanks so much for showing us the comparison between the two types of colored pencils. I would sure like to try the koh-i-noor pencils. The paper piecing templates look very easy to use. My fingers are crossed that I will win. Thanks.
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Hi Gina!
OMG...new pencils to try...the fun never stops
Those piercing templates...what a great idea! I can do straight lines, but never could make circles...can't wait to try those
And...I never would have believed that cleaning product...boy, could I ever use that!
Thank you so much for offering another great give-away!
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I enjoy your newsletter & tutorials. They are always interesting & informative.Look forward to getting each week.Keep up the good work!!
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Cool pencils and love the piercing template. The coloring on the dress is so neat. That cleaner just has to be on my list.
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Thanks for the review on these pencils, I've picked them up to buy but wasn't sure if I needed them....now I think I do! Your reviews are great and I appreciate you giving them! ~Shannon in VA
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These pencils look like they do a beautiful job! I think I may have to get some!! Thanks for the review!
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I would Love, Love, Love these pencils...I want to try something new...I am stuck in a rut with my stamping...would love to try coloring with pencils...oh...this site rocks!
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Wow Gina! You are always full of spunk & surprises. These Koh-i-Noor pencils look yummy. I don't usually leave a comment for your blog candy since you get SOOOO many, I figure I'd never win. But who knows. I just wanted to send you some Cyber Love anyhow!
Have a *great* day!
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love all the info and ideas that you have!
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I have only recently found your blog and I love it! The tutorials are fantastic and I have learned so much here.
I will keep my fingers crossed and hope I win those pencils! woo-hoo!
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Your tutorials are so informative. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
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Ultraclean ROCKS!!
Ooo, lovin' what I'm seein' with these pencils!!
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The pencils are so cool looking. Thanks for your review!
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always looking for something to aid me in my coloring attempts. Thanks for the info.
Barb
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These pencils look wonderful to work with...thanks for offering them!
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Wow! I have got to have a set of those now. What a great price, thank you so much for enabling me! lol
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Holy Cow Gina, I am super impressed at how well the cleaner got that stamp. Thanks for a chance to win such great candy!
Nettie
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Hi gina,
Beautiful color with the pencils. I love ultraclean too - its the best
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What great blog candy, would love to try the pencils or the paper piercing templates. Check you blog each day, the ideas are fantastic.
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WOW- what a great giveaway- hope i win!!
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Those pencils have beautiful color!!
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Thank you for the demo of the pencils, the plastic canvas for paper piercing, and the impressive stamp cleaner. I'd love to win your blog candy.
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Your blog is always so informative and exciting! Thanks for the gracious give aways.
Blessings, Lourin
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Thanks for the comparison. That is really helpful!
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Hey Gina, You always have such amazing products and tutorials to share with so many us. Thanks for your inspirations! Blog candy is always great too!!
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Hi Gina
Thanks for including me in your emails! I love receiving and reading them, especially about new products. It's great to see little tutorials as well as I have been having problems using my prisma colours and would love to try something new!
Thanks! Pat
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Wow awesome! What excellent blog candy!! Thanks for all the information here!!
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Please count me in , what a wonderful giveaway!
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Linda at A Muse turned me on to those pencils along time ago, they are awesome! (I still love my Prismas too though!) I'm also a huge Ultra Clean fan....it cleans up everything!
Thanks for sharing!
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The Koh-i-noor pencils look fabulous! I used the drafting ink pens for years and the quality was outstanding. Thanks for the chance!
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I am fairly new to your site, but am loving what I see. Love the look of the Koh-i-noor pencils and would love to try them out! I tend to use to SU watercolour crayons, but am still learning how to blend and get the look I want. Have not heard of Ultraclean before and would love to know where I can get some.
Michele B.
London, Ontario, Canada
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WOW. Amazing how Ultraclean took care of the nasty stamp! Your coloring is beautiful as always. I need to practice more and new pencils would be fun!
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I hope I'm not too late - I'm amazed by that ultraclean - I've never heard of it!!!
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I found your blog while looking for help with my Cuttlebug and Nestibilities. Thanks for THAT! So now I am hoping to win those paper piercing templates. The pencils and cleaner are also quite impressive. Very helpful blog.