Friday, December 9, 2011

CSS Alumni Hop!!!



Hi everyone and welcome to this month's GKD CSS Alumni hop!!  If you've arrived from Melissa's then you are on the right track, if not be sure to head over to Stamp TV to start at the beginning!  For this hop Carolina has challenged us to make treat holders or decorate a container.  This challenge was perfect for me.  Every year we give our nephews cash and I like to try new ways to present it to them.  I was stumped for a while but then the idea of a candy bar came to mind and the wheels kept on turning!  I decided to make a wallet of sorts, a pocket for the money and a pocket for the candy bar.  It didn't turn out exactly as I imagined but it is the first template I've made so it is ok!


Next stop is Linda, make sure to leave a comment as you hop along because on Tuesday morning (December 13), we will randomly choose one of the comments from all the blogs and that person will receive a huge grab bag of fabulous Gina K. Designs Stamps!


Supplies:
Stamps:  Gina K Holiday Greetings
Paper:  Gina K White, Echo Park
Ink:  Memento Rhubarb
Accessories:  Oval & Scallop Oval Nestabilites, Magnets, GKD Ribbon

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122 comments:

  1. Payne Holler CardsDecember 9, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    perfect way to give cash!!! and eatin that candy with a big ole smile (-:

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  2. CheriDecember 9, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    I like this, Lori. You've created a great way to give the $$$ gift with sweetness.

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  3. Karen (TLgirl353)December 9, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    Great idea Lori! I noticed the candy was 2 for $ -have to ask if you ate the other Hershey bar??? LOL
    What a clever idea!!!

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  4. MelissaDecember 9, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Lori, this is an awesome idea. I will be casing it for sure. I also have a couple of nephews who this would be the perfect gift for.

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  5. Betty NevilleDecember 9, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    What a perfect way to present a cash gift and the candy bar is a bonus! Great idea!

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  6. Lynn B.December 9, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    This will be perfect for my grandkids. Thanks!

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  7. joyDecember 9, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Such a wonderful idea!! Don's know which I'd like more the money or the chocolate! Clever!!

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  8. NJMullinsDecember 9, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    I love it! It reminds me of Willy Wonka's golden ticket! I can think of some nieces and nephews that will LOVE this idea!
    Swee-ee-t!

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  9. Robin Kay TDecember 9, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    Nice way to give a simple gift... thanks!

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  10. BrendaDecember 9, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    Lori what a fun way to give money!!! I am sure that your nephews will love it.

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  11. janice mossDecember 9, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    Can never go wrong with Chocolate and money!
    Merry Christmas!

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  12. BrendaLea, the PrpldyDecember 9, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    It may not have turned 0ut the way you expected, but it looks fabulous! Sophisticated and fun at the same time. Now I have to see if i can try to make some... neat gift!

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

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  13. ChelseaDecember 9, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    Wow, for a first draft that looks amazing! I think it is a very creative way to present your nephew with his Christmas money.

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  14. --MarcyDecember 9, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    Such a super idea! Love it!

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  15. Barb B.December 9, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    What's not to love with this idea! Cash and chocolate. Great idea! Thanks for sharing.

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  16. CarolDecember 10, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    Sweets and cash what could be sweeter. Love your template, great first try.

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  17. UnknownDecember 10, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    What a good idea to go along with the cash! I think yours look great and I'd love a Hershey Bar too!

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  18. nana_4xDecember 10, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    What a great idea; candy and money...oh boy, oh boy, oh boy...

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  19. RietteDecember 10, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    It is very clever!

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  20. KaryDecember 10, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    Hi Lori! What a great idea!! Love the Pockets with candy bar and money. Perfect combo as a gift! How are you? Hope things are well, and have a great weekend! { hugs}

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  21. CarolinaDecember 10, 2011 at 1:56 AM

    How seriously brilliant are you? Chocolate & money all in one...love it!!! What a fun holder indeed!

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  22. scraplizardDecember 10, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    Who doesn't love a chocolate bar especially when wrapped like that.

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  23. Cheryl BuxDecember 10, 2011 at 3:10 AM

    Love this idea! Tfs!

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  24. JulieDecember 10, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    We don't have Hershey Bars in Australia - but I'm sure I could find something to fit ( along with some cash) in this lovely wallet!

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  25. LeslieTDecember 10, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    Awesome idea for our granddaughter! It turned out great! Thanks for sharing!

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  26. Barbara GoddenDecember 10, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    Super cute idea, what man doesn't like chocolate. Love the idea of the pocket for the money. Fabulous job.

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  27. AprilDecember 10, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    I like the idea of little compartments for the treat and the cash. Just made something similar for a card and gift card. I like the candy idea for the nieces and nephews!!

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  28. Annie CDecember 10, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Not so sure I'd see the money as I headed for the chocolate!! LOL! Cute idea - makes a $ gift a little more personal.

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  29. terrieDecember 10, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    Your candy bar and pocket turned out very nice..tfs
    Merry Christmas

    zullu26@aol.com

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  30. scrappinmommomDecember 10, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    I have two older nephews and I have your same problem each year. Love this idea and if they don't like the chocolate, well their aunt does!!!!

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  31. The T-Shirt & Tole ShopDecember 10, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    I love your idea. Cash is always a challenge to present and this is a perfect solution.

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  32. UnknownDecember 10, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Super project, love that it's just not a wrapped candy bar. For your nephew's sake I was hoping it was $100,000.00 Bar! :P He'll enjoy the cash & the chocolate, well done!

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  33. BarbKDecember 10, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    What a "sweet" way to give a gift of money. Well done and it's now on my list of projects to try out.

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  34. OlgaDecember 10, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Good idea of a chocolate's wrap!

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  35. SueDecember 10, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    A great idea.

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  36. Judy HDecember 10, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    What a sweet combination with a great look! Thanks for the idea.

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  37. rossi73December 10, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Now isn;t that so very clever and pretty too! I love it. thanks for sharing!

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  38. Malou22uDecember 10, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    My daughter bought candy bars with her own money, gifts for her friends. What a great idea for me to package them without having to go and buy gift bags.

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  39. JillDecember 10, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    What a fun idea, chocolate and money, two of my favorite things...lol!

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  40. patmDecember 10, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    I wish you would put how you made the money and candy bar holder. I give money.

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  41. SusanDecember 10, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Clever idea!

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  42. Die Cut LadyDecember 10, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Cash and chocolate what could be better!

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  43. SharonDecember 10, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Chocolate and cash - a perfect combination - and what a great way to package it!

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  44. JoanDecember 10, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    What a great idea.

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  45. SheriDecember 10, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    oh WOW! I have some adult grandkids that this would be perfect for. Thanks

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  46. BrendaDecember 10, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    The perfect alternative to a card for the gift of money. Many after uses, a box for your pens on your desk, collect coins...the possibilities are endless.]

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  47. A Notion to SewDecember 10, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Oooh, there's nevery anything wrong with a candy bar, let alone add money to it!

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  48. Pam~December 10, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    What a cool covering for a candy bar! Yum, Yum and definitely going to make someone quite happy! Great project!

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  49. JudiDecember 10, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    What a PERFECT way to give cash!! Lovely idea.

    Judi x

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  50. patskiDecember 10, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    it is covering my favorite candy too

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  51. lisa808December 10, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Chocolate & a pretty wrapping--perfect combo!

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  52. TheresaDecember 10, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    I love this idea, Lori! How clever!!

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  53. Ellie L.December 10, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Very creative, Lori. I love this!

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  54. Angelica SchmidtDecember 10, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    What a clever idea to give cash and chocolate at the same time!

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  55. RobynLouiseDecember 10, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    I'm sure chocolate stimulates the thinking process so to munch on some while pondering what you want to buy with the money sounds ideal!
    Cheers,
    Robyn

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  56. LyndaDecember 10, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Great idea...'sweetens' the cash!

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  57. gobarb26December 10, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    It's more than ok, it is great! How clever. I am sure your nephews will totally enjoy the candy as well as the money! ;-)

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  58. Allie Cat's CreationsDecember 10, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    What a fun idea!!

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  59. MamaDecember 10, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    And I now have an idea for the candy bar I just bought! Thanks

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  60. Vicki DutcherDecember 10, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Love this that it holds money too! Great holder~

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  61. jazy1mDecember 10, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    What an awesome way to give a gift of money. Thanks for sharing.

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  62. sghayDecember 10, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Such a neat idea to hold two items. Very attractive.

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  63. Judy InukaiDecember 10, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Great project. Very clever way to give money and who can resist chocolate?

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  64. craftsbyrevaDecember 10, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Simply elegant, love this idea.

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  65. Cheryl C.December 10, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Love this idea-cute way to give cash!

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  66. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    A unique cash holder. Kids would love this. Suzyque

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  67. VickieDecember 10, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    super great idea. TFS

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  68. BarbDecember 10, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    what a perfect way to give candy and money. Neat job.

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  69. KVencelDecember 10, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    What a clever way to combine 2 items! And chocolate and money, aren't they a girls BFF?

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  70. judy ScottDecember 10, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    Great idea

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  71. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    great idea for money, gift card, or the good old Hershey bar. thanks for sharing. Pattie

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  72. KatherineDecember 10, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    What a fabulous idea to pair that with a money holder!

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  73. GayleDecember 10, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Cute and clever gift idea, Lori. i like it for the candy bar alone.

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  74. Marlena M.December 10, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Yummy, clever idea! ;)

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  75. Ann KDecember 10, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    I think it's a clever idea & neat looking. I'll use it, thanks!

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  76. Kathy N.December 10, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Creative way to give a money gift. Thanks!

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  77. ArleneDecember 10, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    That is a neat idea for any teenager. Thank you

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  78. sunnydotsDecember 10, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Cute idea, good for kids to give to friends or parents to give to younger children. Lots of ideas for this treat!

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  79. Cheryl S.December 10, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    What a "sweet" way to create a money envelope.

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  80. DJohnson517December 10, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Great idea! Who doesn't love chocolate or money?

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  81. margaretDecember 10, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    I think that is a very fetching idea. In fact I used it for my great-grand sons birthday. I had the card so that it could be mailed in a business size envelop. On the front it said "What's in your wallet?" you open it left to right and the pockets inside were for gift cards, card of Bible verse, and money. He was delighted.

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  82. Paulette SDecember 10, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    A really fun an unsuspecting way to give cash. I love it and it looks like a package too.

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  83. stampqueenDecember 10, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    Great idea!!!! Cash and chocolatre - sounds like a perfect gift :)

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  84. LizzieDecember 10, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Wholly Smokes!!!! Is that a unique idea or what? Clever and innovative. I love this too bad we don't have a template as I'm not the best at that. Thanks for the peek!

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  85. alexDecember 10, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Brilliant idea, you really have thought "out of the box" as it were!

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  86. RuthAnnDecember 10, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    This is terrific for older grandkids, never go wrong with money, then the candy to remind
    them they are still kids. Thanks for sharing.

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  87. ChrisDecember 10, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    What a great way to "sweeten" the gift of money. :)

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  88. MehrllDecember 10, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Wow! Think you're getting candy and get a whole lot more. Thanks for sharing.

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  89. stampingbowdDecember 10, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Oh! Isn't that fun yummy treat!!! Cash and candy!!!!

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  90. maryDecember 10, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Good idea! Would never think of making a place for them both in the same package...thanks

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  91. PamDecember 10, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Wow I give my kids (they are adults) cash and am always trying to think of different ways to wrap it. This will be a very useful idea for me. Thanks

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  92. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Like it a very Sweet Gift

    Ruth

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  93. Nana GriffinDecember 10, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    A wonderful idea! Two treats at one time.

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  94. Rosy NewlunDecember 10, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Lori, what a generous aunty you are. I don't know how to make a template - but will dig around your site and see if I can find instructions just in case you posted it <3 Brilliant!

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  95. CynthiaDecember 10, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Great idea, Lori! What's better than cash AND candy!

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  96. SandyDecember 10, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    What a great idea, a money pocket AND a chocolate bar! This will certainly perk up my Christmas money gifts:) Thanks for sharing!

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  97. Lisa R.December 10, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Yummy way to give cash! TFS joy4umetoo at hotmail dot com

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  98. Melody (lacyquilter)December 10, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    Ooo, yummy! I'll take two, please.

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  99. GoldaDecember 10, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Ingenious! Your nephews will love them.

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  100. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    Hi!,


    What a neat idea to add something yummy and exquisite to a money gift!
    Thanks for the chance to win!

    Cariños,

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

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  101. Judy AverillDecember 11, 2011 at 2:01 AM

    Chocolate and cash--great combination!

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  102. kim walkerDecember 11, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    what a great way to give money, very yummy lol!

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  103. richardbreaksDecember 11, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Cash and chocolate...the perfect gift!

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  104. Luv 2 CreateDecember 11, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Super cute and great idea. Love the wallet with a sweet side.
    Marcie

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  105. LadyTruckerDecember 11, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    very creative idea!

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  106. myrubberwallsDecember 11, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Love anything involving chocolate! !!

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  107. BeckyDecember 11, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Very nice gift for teenagers that are so hard to buy for. thanks for the wonderful idea!

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  108. Designs By SkyDecember 11, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    perfect combination, cash and chocolate!!! TFS

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  109. stampandweave from SCSDecember 11, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    What a great idea!

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  110. April JDecember 11, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    That is a really cool idea! Great way to give cash, and with a little something extra!

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  111. Janice JerolymackDecember 12, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    What a great way to give $$ as a gift.

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  112. Nancy NDecember 12, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    This is a great idea. Nice way to present the cash gift.

    Nancy Nguyen, from Katy, Texas

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  113. Verna AngerhoferDecember 12, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    What a cute and clever way to present a gift of cash. Love it.

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  114. KrissyDecember 12, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    chocolate AND cash - can't go wrong!

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  115. JulieAS6078December 12, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Thanks for sharing this idea! I thought it turned out great and I bet your nephews are going to love the idea of money and a big chocolate bar too!

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  116. ArleneDecember 12, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Great idea...I can see so many uses for these! Yum!

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  117. NanetteDecember 12, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Cute and you used my favorite candy bar! TFS!

    nanettemt at yahoo dot com

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  118. OneofakindDecember 12, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    What a great idea. Anything is great when it comes with chocolate.

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  119. cardscookiecarrotcakeDecember 12, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Simple, cute, clever and sweet. I know a couple of nephews who'd like this gift. Thanks for sharing.

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  120. DebDecember 13, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    This is the perfect presentation for cash and CANDY! Perfect for a guy who is difficult to buy for! Who wouldn't love this sweet combo?! FABULOUS!

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  121. Karen TDecember 13, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    What a great idea! Thanks so much!

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  122. Lauretta DeShaneMarch 9, 2012 at 10:04 AM

    Love the Cash-n-Candy card...thank you for the inspiration :)

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