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November 20, 2021 •

Holiday Lights Up Hop w/$50.00 STORE CREDIT!

Hello Friends!! How are you? Forgive me for being M.I.A. I am thrilled to be back for The Holiday Lights Blog Hop with Pear Blossom Press! Today I am sharing a card that really lights up …. it’s so fun and I love how it’s interactive. Win win! Watch me and see how easy it is to make a card light up.

Today’s hop you will see lots of inspiring light up cards featuring lights from Pear Blossom Press. Grab a cup of something yummy and enjoy all the inspiration and be sure to comment as you hop, for your chance to win a $50 store credit from EACH BLOG! More on the giveaway at the bottom of my post. 

To start at the beginning of the hop go to Pear Blossom Press blog here. If you are coming from Koren Wiskman’s blog you are in the right place.

Affiliate links will be used in today’s post at no cost to you and will be donated. Thank you for the support.

This is my first time using Pear Blossom Press EZ lights and I tell you it really truly is E.A.S.Y! My mind is spinning with lots of ideas … now I just need more time! The adorable “Twinkle Little Star” stamp is from Colorado Craft Company and so perfect for a light up card. For the background I used a Simon Says Stamp“Birch Trees” stencil .

Pear Blossom Press sells a few stamp set thats work great with interactive cards but, for me it was easy to handwrite “push me” . This photos is zoomed in so my writing doesn’t look that good but, it’s not that noticeable.

Thanks to Amanda from Pear Blossom Press for giving me a nudge to finally make a light up card. It’s been on my crafty bucket list for a long time.

GIVEAWAY DETAILS: For a chance to win the $50.00 store credit from each blog it’s easy. Just comment on each blog the more chances you have to win! Comment on this post by November 28, 2021 to be entered to win. Winners will be posted on the Pear Blossom Press Blog on December 4th. Thanks to Amanda for this generous giveaway!

NEXT ON THE HOP IS THE TALENTED DANIEL WEST click here to go to his YouTube channel. Thanks so much for your visit today and always. I hope to find a date for the next coloring challenge soon. Have a great weekend! Hugs, Kathy

  Filed Under: Videos, Watercolor Tagged With: #thedailymarker.com #thedailymarker30day #pearblossompress #lightupcards #ezlight #cardmaking #papercrafting #coloradocraftcompany

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Comments

  1. Leslie says

    November 20, 2021 at 11:30 am

    Stunning card!! Great products! Thanks for the post Kathy!

  2. Patty A Eifert says

    November 20, 2021 at 11:40 am

    This is so stinking cute!! Love the little bow you put on the mouse’s tail! I have never made a light up card either! It takes a little planning but so worth it and so special for the recipient!!

  3. Nancy Roth says

    November 20, 2021 at 11:56 am

    Great card! I need to make my first one as well.

  4. Lindar C says

    November 20, 2021 at 12:25 pm

    Fantastic option! I love EZ-Lights, but sometimes all you need is one light!

  5. Barb Limone says

    November 20, 2021 at 12:41 pm

    Really clever how you did the star cut out!

  6. Sheri Kempke says

    November 20, 2021 at 1:38 pm

    Love this cute little mouse and the EZ Lights are fantastic!

  7. Barbara F says

    November 20, 2021 at 4:30 pm

    This card is so stinkin cute. Love it.

  8. Judie Eatough says

    November 20, 2021 at 6:54 pm

    Love the mouse and lights. Wonderful fun card.

  9. Sherry Lesiak says

    November 20, 2021 at 6:59 pm

    Cards with lighted windows etc. are so much fun!

  10. Pat Bethke says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:03 pm

    Such a sweet card. Thanks for sharing this card and how you made it.

  11. Allison F says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:10 pm

    This card is just adorable! So clever how you used the light.

  12. Meghan Kennihan says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:34 pm

    What a darling little mouse and star! I LOVE this little scene and light up!

  13. Gail Spresser says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:07 pm

    Love the Anita Jeram mouse with the lights. Beautiful card! Thank you

  14. Marisela Delgado says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:29 pm

    So beautiful, Kathy. Happy Thanksgiving!

  15. Giselle D. says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:54 pm

    Such a sweet card and the light is a great bonus!

  16. Giselle D. says

    November 21, 2021 at 12:14 am

    I love how you used the sequins to diffuse the lights. Your card is so cute!

  17. Tanya Barrett-Eeyl says

    November 21, 2021 at 1:02 am

    Such a cute card… Love it

  18. Julie Booker says

    November 21, 2021 at 1:35 am

    What a super adorable card. I’ve never made a light up card. The light up components have previously been too expensive and too hard to source here in NZ.

  19. Ingrid Aries says

    November 21, 2021 at 1:39 am

    Adorable card! I love how the lights enhance the card and make it extra special!

  20. Sue Caldwell says

    November 21, 2021 at 1:50 am

    J love that you used sequins over the lights, they just look like sequins when the light isn’t activated, and it sparkles extra when the light is on.

  21. Susan Young says

    November 21, 2021 at 1:52 am

    How fun is this! So adorable!

  22. Colleen Jo Howell says

    November 21, 2021 at 7:29 am

    Cute, love the mouse

  23. Jenni Sinor says

    November 21, 2021 at 8:29 am

    So cute! Love your card!

  24. Jenni Sinor says

    November 21, 2021 at 8:30 am

    What a cute and beautiful card!

  25. Jessica Monte says

    November 21, 2021 at 8:37 am

    So sweet I love you card a saw it on Instagram and wow I have to find out all about the EZ lights so much fun

  26. Cindy C. says

    November 21, 2021 at 10:11 am

    Such delightful and playful card!! Thanks for the inspiration Kathy!

  27. Eleanor Chua says

    November 21, 2021 at 10:16 am

    So cute!

  28. Barb Kohout says

    November 21, 2021 at 10:18 am

    Absolutely stunning card and at the same time fun!

  29. Robin Ridpath says

    November 21, 2021 at 10:37 am

    Love, love, love it! I’m not usually a fan of light up cards, BUT yours is wonderful! I even like how you did the ‘push’ button.

  30. Barb Kohout says

    November 21, 2021 at 10:39 am

    Absolutely love the Colorado Kraft Company’s stamp set and the twinkle lights is the perfect accompaniment. Your card turned out so cute – thanks for sharing.

  31. Sandi says

    November 21, 2021 at 10:42 am

    This is such an adorable card.

  32. SarahC says

    November 21, 2021 at 10:49 am

    Adorable card. That mouse is perfect for it.

  33. Kelly Massman says

    November 21, 2021 at 10:51 am

    I would be thrilled to receive this card as I’m sure the person you give it to would be!! You’re work us always stunning, but the addition of the light just makes it extra special!

  34. gwen ziegler says

    November 21, 2021 at 11:08 am

    WOW, this is so cute. My go to ornament to my youngest son (now an adult) was a mouse–He loved cheese! I love the mouse with the star because it depicts our young son placing the star on top of our Christmas tree, Perfect.

  35. Jean B says

    November 21, 2021 at 11:33 am

    I really like the way the sequins diffuse the light. I have to see what I have 8n my stash that will be perfect to shine.

  36. Rebecca Ednie says

    November 21, 2021 at 11:59 am

    Awesome! I always struggled with Chibitronics so these are great!

  37. Sandi says

    November 21, 2021 at 12:00 pm

    This is a cute card and the lights as a special touch.

  38. Mary Holshouser says

    November 21, 2021 at 12:07 pm

    Fun idea to have the mouse hanging the
    stars. The lights add fun to the card.
    thanks for sharing. txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com

  39. Sheila H says

    November 21, 2021 at 12:12 pm

    Totally spectacular!

  40. Beverly Jordan says

    November 21, 2021 at 12:15 pm

    Totally gorgeous!! The lights really make it pop!!! This was a perfect stamp set to use with these! Your inspiration with the sequins really helps me!

  41. Linda says

    November 21, 2021 at 12:17 pm

    So cute. I love this card and the way the stars light up.

  42. Mirella Rogan says

    November 21, 2021 at 1:21 pm

    Stunning, Kathy! As always – you know I love your work 🙂

  43. Sandra Mullenix says

    November 21, 2021 at 1:25 pm

    Stunning card. Who doesn’t love Anita Jeram and your card made it glow Loved it.

  44. Anne Sturgeon says

    November 21, 2021 at 1:46 pm

    This new set from Anita is so wonderful and definitely worth of lights. Love Pear Blossom and need to give this a try for sure!

  45. Elizabeth Petersen says

    November 21, 2021 at 1:53 pm

    Such a sweet card! I’m going to give the lights a try

  46. Lorraine says

    November 21, 2021 at 1:54 pm

    Such a cute card. Love Anita Jeram’s designs.

  47. Kay Furnish says

    November 21, 2021 at 2:31 pm

    I love the light up cards so this blog hop is going to be fun! Thanks for sharing!

  48. Janet D. says

    November 21, 2021 at 3:16 pm

    I love that this is so easy to do, but adds sooo much to your project!

  49. Cynthia Johnson says

    November 21, 2021 at 3:55 pm

    I loved this stamp set before but lighting it up just took it to another level!

  50. Maureen Reiss says

    November 21, 2021 at 3:56 pm

    Soooo cute!!! I love how easy these lights look!!!

  51. MoJo says

    November 21, 2021 at 4:05 pm

    I haven’t tried to make a light up card before because it seemed complex. But this light system seems so easy!

  52. Janie Rinta says

    November 21, 2021 at 4:52 pm

    Super cute card!!! So adorable! I love EZ Lights…..they just bring things to life. I watched your video but couldn’t leave a comment because you have commenting turned off, so I’m happy I could comment here 🙂 Hugs….Janie

  53. Alison Baker says

    November 21, 2021 at 5:12 pm

    What an adorable, evocative card! The lights are spectacular, but this whole card shines.

  54. Lee Miner says

    November 21, 2021 at 7:01 pm

    Love these stamps you used to creative this charming card. The lights really make it even more special. What a treat to recieve.

  55. Carol says

    November 21, 2021 at 7:21 pm

    So cute! Love that little mouse and the lighting effects. What a creative card.

  56. Laurie DiGregorio says

    November 21, 2021 at 7:54 pm

    This is just so adorable! I’m so glad you are delivered to my inbox, as you are such an inspiration! Perfect card!

  57. Victoria Banaszak says

    November 21, 2021 at 8:04 pm

    What a sweet mousie! Great card. I love light up cards they are so much fun to give.

  58. Susan McRae says

    November 21, 2021 at 8:04 pm

    Such an adorable card with the cutie mouse!

  59. Traci Maia Starkweather says

    November 21, 2021 at 8:59 pm

    Hi Kathy!
    What a fantastic card! I can’t believe how much paper-crafting has changed over the last 30 years or so! Lights for a card Amazing idea! I love the mice! Your card certainly out beautifully, Kathy!

    I think this light would look incredible to light up the inside of a nativity image on a card, too!

    I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Please stay safe.

  60. MandaLJ says

    November 21, 2021 at 9:53 pm

    Gorgeous use of the lights and the new stamp set! I’ve always wanted to use lights on a card too and hope I get the chance soon!

  61. Shannon says

    November 21, 2021 at 10:29 pm

    Kathy!
    Sooo happy to see a post from you!
    Your card—exquisite!
    Cheers to the holiday season!

  62. Lisascreativeniche says

    November 21, 2021 at 10:33 pm

    This is such a cute little card! I love your coloring and the whole night scene!

  63. Barbara Gallagher says

    November 21, 2021 at 11:12 pm

    What a perfect stamp for those lights to shine!! Love it!

  64. Alma Dirpaul says

    November 22, 2021 at 12:21 am

    Fantastic card. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

  65. Jacinda C. says

    November 22, 2021 at 1:39 am

    Such a fun, adorable card!

  66. Deb Burdi says

    November 22, 2021 at 5:05 am

    What a cute, clever and creative card! Thank you for the inspiration!

  67. Nilaa says

    November 22, 2021 at 5:20 am

    Wow this card is amazing as usual. Love your work and have been following them for a while.. keep up

  68. Pam says

    November 22, 2021 at 9:15 am

    All I can say is OMG!!

  69. Jan H says

    November 22, 2021 at 11:46 am

    love the whimsical little mousie!

  70. roxanne tellini says

    November 22, 2021 at 12:56 pm

    I love the bow on the tail, hehe.

  71. Joni J. Seith says

    November 22, 2021 at 1:05 pm

    Your card is ADORABLE!!!

  72. Maria Nyce says

    November 22, 2021 at 1:43 pm

    Twinkle twinkle little star, what a super cute card you are!!! I love the way the sequins look in the background and the adorable stamp set you used! Thanks so much for sharing your amazing creativity!!!

  73. Mel H says

    November 22, 2021 at 2:40 pm

    What a cute card. The little mouse is so sweet. I’ve always wanted to try these papercrafting lights, and these look easier to use.

  74. Allene Frederick says

    November 22, 2021 at 7:18 pm

    Love the star and this cute mouse! Great card!

  75. Emilye says

    November 22, 2021 at 7:57 pm

    that is soooo cute! I love the mouse and stars, whimsical and joyful!

  76. Gab says

    November 22, 2021 at 9:10 pm

    This is so pretty

  77. Helen F says

    November 22, 2021 at 9:14 pm

    Your card is gorgeous!! Adding the light certainly takes this fun card to the next level!!! Certainly somehting new for me to try!!! Thanks for wonderful inspiration! Stay safe! 🙂

  78. Ania Szary says

    November 22, 2021 at 11:20 pm

    Such a cute card. Love the idea of the star being placed on the sky. Great products!!

  79. Carla Hundley says

    November 23, 2021 at 12:33 am

    This is just too
    adorable and love
    the layout!
    Carla from Arizona

  80. Lauryne Cunningham says

    November 23, 2021 at 8:46 am

    I love your sweet card! These lights are awesome!

  81. Lynda Jackson says

    November 23, 2021 at 10:56 am

    Adorable card. Just placed my order for the lights! We’ll allllll be lit by Christmas!!! Lol

  82. Lynda Jackson says

    November 23, 2021 at 11:42 am

    Love your card!

  83. Sharon Gullikson says

    November 23, 2021 at 1:58 pm

    Oh this is so cute. I LOVE THE LIT UP STAR. And the little critter is adorable!

  84. Fikreta says

    November 23, 2021 at 2:20 pm

    So wonderful card!

  85. Marisela Delgado says

    November 24, 2021 at 9:00 pm

    You always make such gorgeous cards!

  86. Marisela Delgado says

    November 24, 2021 at 9:01 pm

    Wonderful coloring and colors chosen.

  87. Karen B Walker says

    November 24, 2021 at 9:42 pm

    Love that mouse, and it’s the perfect background for him with the lighted stars! So much fun!

  88. Brian says

    November 26, 2021 at 4:20 am

    Love the design, big fan of Anita Jeramy’s designs from CCC and the light addition is adorable!

  89. karenajo says

    November 26, 2021 at 11:46 am

    Like these lights and your wonderful card!

  90. Denise Bryant says

    November 27, 2021 at 12:13 am

    Love the starry sky and the adorable mouse! Charming card!

  91. Marsha Freer says

    November 28, 2021 at 11:59 pm

    Such an adorable card, Kathy!

  92. Maureen Loeswick says

    November 30, 2021 at 7:51 pm

    So beautiful! Love how the mouse adds dimension.

  93. Bobby Duehring says

    November 27, 2021 at 8:34 pm

    Such a cute card, and the lights really add an extra touch.

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