Sunday, November 13, 2016

Caring Hearts Card Drive Blog Hop



Do you know that today is World Kindness Day? I think our world need to really focus on spreading kindness and since Caring Hearts Card Drive is based on love and kindness, we think today it the perfect day to have our 7th annual Caring Hearts Card Drive Blog Hop.

The purpose of this card drive is to collect handmade holiday cards for the elderly that live in nursing homes around the world. Since 2010 we have been bringing joy to many nursing homes throughout the US, Canada and Australia. And this year, we are branching out to the UK! 

What better way to share our love of card making than to bring joy to others, right? We hope you'll join us in supporting the card drive. You still have time to send in your cards. We just need to receive your cards by November 25, 2106. Details for the card drive can be found HERE on my blog & on Jennifer McGuire's Blog

For this hop, I have made 2 cards. First up is a sweet nativity card that I made using SugarPea Designs Let Us Adore Him set combine with Simon Says Stamp Christmas Blessing dies for the sentiment.




Just seeing the smiling baby Jesus makes me happy. I seriously love this set. :)

My next card is a cutesy one that I sure hope will bring a smile to whoever receive it. For this one, I use an oldie Mama Elephant Arctic Penguin and the tree is from Simon Says Stamp Color Me Trees set from Believe in the Season collection.




I love the funky & unique shape of the tree. The way it all wonky make this clean & simple card fun, don't you think? And, one layer card, great for mailing!

Now, no blog hop is complete without a fun giveaway, right? 




Simon Says Stamp has generously offering $150 gift card for this hop. All you need to do is visit and leave comment on each blog. Winner will be randomly selected from one of the participant blog. You have till midnight Thurday, 11/17/2016 to leave comment. Winner will be announced on here on my blog on Friday, 11/18/2016.

Here is the Blog Hop List...

I hope you enjoy this hop and will join our card drive. Every single card counts. Let's share handmade kindness. Let's share kindness period. Let love and kindness be part of our daily life. Have a blessed Sunday everyone.

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PatriciaD said...

Cute and whimsical cards.

Kris in Alaska said...

I have the Christmas blessings dies too and love that font1

Michelle Lupton said...

Love those cute ice-skating penguins! I've made 100 cards for the card drive - going to drop them off this week :)

F said...

Such a cute card! It would bring a smile to anyone!

Kari V. said...

Very cute penguin card...I love that wonky tree!! I'm inspired!!

Unknown said...

Lovely cards! Love the idea of the Caring Hearts Card Drive, hoping to be able to initiate something along the same lines in my country too. Thank you for being an inspiration <3

Alina said...

Such sweet cards! Love the nativity scene!

Kathy H said...

So cute Vera! Thank you so much for hosting this card drive every year and letting all of us be a part of bringing happiness to others! I am grateful!

jojobean said...

My favorite would be the penguins also!

Karenladd said...

I've been donating Christmas cards to local nursing homes for years so am so happy to participate in the Caring Hearts Drive this year. It's so rewarding to know that my love of crafting will put a smile on someone's face.

Crafty Little Peach said...

These are adorable! I especially love the penguin one!

Anita Chang said...

Wonky is fun! Love the penguins!

Unknown said...

You created such lovely scenes on your cards - love them both

Margery C said...

Such cute cards! Love them both.

Kirsty Vittetoe said...

Beautiful and sweet cards!

Aileen said...

Vera this is just so wonderful. I joined in last year for the first time as it started in Australia and this year Im doing a whole Nursing Home. Its so good to be able to give to others. Seeing how Mum and dad have so much support reminds me that there are many others who are not so lucky. Your inspiration continues to grow and grow you are such an amazing wonderful person. I am so glad I have been able to participate.

Love the two cards you have done too, I am learning that every card does not have to be a full on creation, that simple can be just as pretty as complex.

girl with a curl said...

Vera these are gorgeous cards! Thank you so much for organizing the Caring Hearts card drive. It's such a sweet and kind idea for those folk that can be forgotten at Christmas. Have a truly wonderful day. Cheers Donna Z :) PS I have thoroughly enjoyed this fantastically inspiring blog hop.

Unknown said...

Sweet and cute are very accurate descriptions of your cards. Love them.

Rachel Vass said...

Great cards, such cute scenes.

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Linda said...

What a fab hop! Sweet cards Vera.

Magda Zaremba Art said...

I love this idea of prepering card for elderly in Nursing homes. I wish some day we will make something like that here in Poland.

Shirley said...

Very lovely cards!

Arianna Barbara said...

Oh wow! Great cause for this hop!!!
Your cards are absolutely stunning!!!

Gregsgirl's crafty corner said...

they are adorable and sure to bring some cheer. I do love that I get to participate in the drive!

LauraEva said...

What beautiful cards---it will definitely make someone's day to receive one! This is such a great cause!

Alex Syberia said...

I just heard about Caring Hearts Card Drive. I'd like to send my cards, but unfortunately I won't be able to make it on time...I love all of your cards. Thank you

Kelly S. said...

The coloring is so amazing on these! What charming, sweet designs. Thank you so much for organizing this amazing card drive!

Donna Cala said...

Thank you for starting this card drive. I have been participating in this card drive since it began and it makes me happy to think that I have helped to brighten someone's day. Your cards are always beautiful and inspiring.

sammi said...

Wonderful cards and such a fabulous thing, to have a card drive! Everyone needs a little cheer for the holidays.

Sammibug in ohio

kittykat3308 said...

Your cards are beautiful

Kathleen

Colleen said...

I love the manger scene, adorable

TeresaC said...

Great cards, Vera.

Unknown said...

Increasingly I admire this world of card makers for supporting and moving to great causes. I will be with you supporting this beautiful cause.

Revital Zuckerstein said...

I just loved the penguins card!

Unknown said...

I love your animal theme Christmas cards. It look really cute and sure to bring joy to anyone who received it.

Karine said...

I love both cards, but the first one is simply adorable!!!

MelissaF said...

Super cute cards and awesome idea to spread kindness! Thanks for this wonderful card sharing program!

Mary Kay Ross said...

Adorable card! Thank you for sharing it with us!

Unknown said...

Very cute cards and such a worthy cause.

Scrappin4kim(Jennifer) said...

Thanks for starting this card drive. I can only imagine how much joy is brought to ALL of those people around the world! It is AWESOME!! Happy World kindness day to you(a day late)! I am still getting my cards together but they are coming along and will be ready to ship this week!

Susi said...

Adorable cards that make me smile - and beautifully coloured too!

Crazy4Cards said...

Love the nativity card, so sweet!

ldiggs said...

Such beautiful cards and such a wonderful cause! Glad to help participate!

ldiggs said...

Such beautiful cards and such a wonderful cause! Glad to help participate!

Jean Arizona said...

Love this idea and love your cards. Thanks for your generosity!

Kiwigirl said...

What neat cards, I especially like the manger scene one.

Unknown said...

Beautiful cards and coloring!!!

Loly Borda said...

Adorable cards Vera! Your card drive is my favorite. TFS

Marcela I. Alvarez said...

beautiful cards!

Tatiana said...

So nice, cute and fun!!!

Robyn W said...

I love the sweet nativity card. Beautiful cards.

Unknown said...

Lovely cards. Thank you!

Unknown said...

I love the simplicity of each card. Nice Job!!!

Tracie Pond said...

The Caring Hearts Card Drive is a great way to make someone smile. Happy so many get involved. This is becoming a tradition for my Mother and I to spend some special time together, making handmade "smiles" (cards). <3

Unknown said...

Cute, cute, cute!

Nana Griffin said...

Sweet cards, especially the first one. I like the angle on it.

Kelly Martin said...

The little nativity animals are DARLING! Thanks for sharing kindness!

Mary Holshouser said...

Love the nativity - the coloring
is wonderful and a very pretty scene.
The penguins are darling.
thanks for sharing.

CraftySue said...

I just love your non traditional colour scheme for your Caring Hearts card, the yellow and pink we amazing. However, I must say I love the yeti he is so darn cute.

CraftySue said...

I like both your cards but I like the penguins better, got to love those little black and white birds.

belinda said...

Cute cards. Great sets.

Althea said...

That is such a wonderful cause and I love your cards. 💖

Althea said...

That is such a wonderful cause and I love your cards. 💖

D.Ann C said...

That camel is the CUTEST! I just wanna scratch his fuzzy little head (no spitting!!)!

L. Webb said...

I love how this season is about sharing kindness. Thanks you!

Angela said...

Beautiful cards!

Lindsey said...

Such cute cards, Vera! I love this card drive and you couldn't have picked a more perfect day for a hop.

Super Stick Chick said...

Love your great cards with all the cute critters.

eliza said...

What cute cards and a great cause. Thanks for the hop!

Anonymous said...

Your cards are adorable. The shading is great.

nailgirl said...

Adorable cards! thanks for sharing!!

Beverly said...

Said it on Instagram, and now I'm saying it on your blog, that tree is so stinking cute!

Unknown said...

Wonderful coloring! Love the cards!

Anonymous said...

Cute cards for a wonderful cause!

Unknown said...

What a beautiful card! I just love getting these wonderful ideas. Thank you!

Unknown said...

What a beautiful card! I just love getting these wonderful ideas. Thank you!

LI$@ A creations said...

I think the Caring Hearts Card Drive is a great way to show kindness to others. I will be mailing out my cards next week!

Helen Gullett said...

Cute and adorable card, Vera! Love your heart for this kindness cause. Thank you for inspiring us!

J said...

Such awesome cards. I love the cause too.

Unknown said...

cute cards

KrystaJQ said...

This is a great initiative. I’m now getting started with card making but I can’t wait to get involved in the caring hearts card drive!

Larissa Heskett said...

SQUEAL!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE these Sweet cards!! Thanks for sharing and have a Fabulous Week!!

Rebecca Romines said...

What cute cards! I love the natavity and those penguins are to cute. I'm gave so much fun creating cards and hope they bring a smile wherever they end up!

Lisa T said...

Such gorgeous cards! Love both of them but that nativity scene is just the cutest!

Unknown said...

Oh my, that penguin is the cutest!

Unknown said...

Love the first card the most!

Laura

Laurie said...

Yes, I will be participating for the 1st time this year! I am so excited. I need to print the submission form so I can send my cards!

LaurieJ said...

What sweet cards, especially the nativity one! Thank you for hosting this special card drive.

Bobbie Bluegill said...

Beautiful cards. Thanks for the inspiration.

Daria Z. said...

Both of your cards are very sweet - I'm sure that they will make someone's day!

Unknown said...

Beautiful card, love it. Hoping to get my cards in the mail this week!!!

Andrea @TwiceTheFun said...

Your cards are so lovely! <3 And what a great cause! I just love how kind and thoughtful this whole paper crafting community is, and the Caring Hearts Card Drive is an amazing idea to channel all this positive energy towards people who could really need a little smile :-)

Sabrina said...

What super adorable cards!!!

Joy said...

Awe I love that Nativity scene card! Such sweet, smiling critters and Baby Jesus. I'm really excited about participating in this card drive! The elderly hold a special place in my heart, but especially those in nursing homes! Having visited both my mother and grandmother who each lived in one until their passing, I know full well how these special people can feel alone and what a treasure it will be for them when they receive a handmade card just for them. Thank you for doing this and thank you for allowing me and all card crafters to be included in the giving! ❤️Joy

Unknown said...

Simple designs -inviting cards

Anne said...

beautifully coloured and gorgeous cards! Bravo!

Moosisk said...

I just love your cards! Thanks for the inspiration. :D

Unknown said...

Both of these cards are stinking cute.. love the nativity scene. Great job...

Carol Ann said...

What sweet cards! I especially love the design of the Nativity card. The Caring Hearts Card Drive is a fantastic idea! I know there are many people in nursing homes who would love to receive beautiful handmade cards and to know that someone is thinking of them at the holidays. Thanks!

Maureen Chandler said...

Very sweet cards - thanks so much!

Unknown said...

Great use of white space on your fabulous cards! Can't wait to have our box of cards ready to send to you soon.

Betty said...

two wonderful cards, Vera - the penguins are darling! thank you taking the time to coordinate this great card drive.

Arlene said...

Both your cards are so adorable! The Nativity one is my favorite though. Great job!

cm said...

Amazing cards made all the more special and heart-warming because of their 'essence': to bring joy to those who live in seniors' residences and nursing homes. Your willingness to share your gifts - the cards AND your creativity - is extraordinary! Angels do walk the earth; you are one...
~carol

Unknown said...

Beautiful cards, love the nativity scene. This is a great cause and I will be donating.

Anonymous said...

Amen for 'Cutesy' cards too! I'm 52 next month and my heart still melts for those cutesy cards at Christmas Time!
Blessings,
Melitta

laceyrane said...

I love the simplicity of the cards and it makes such a statement

Mommyeyedr said...

Such sweet cards!

Jen Hayes said...

Great cards! Great reason for a card drive!

Unknown said...

Sweet cards, and such a nice cause.

MoJo said...

Both are so cute! I love the Jesus in the manger card. 😍

Laine M said...

This is a very worthy cause and I'm so glad you have volunteers to help out in the UK now. Also, beautiful cards!

Sandy Small said...

The cards are adorable, and for a great cause! Thanks!

Regina said...

Love the cute penguins and such a fabulous cause.

Lagene said...

Super sweet cards!

Joyce Erb said...

Super sweet card, love the soft coloring

Helen Kalb said...

Love that wonky looking Christmas tree!

Marsha S said...

Adorable cards!! Thanks so much for the inspiration!

Laraine R said...

Great cards! Fabulous hop!

Karen said...

What a charming card!

Carmela said...

Love the nativity scene! Such adorable cards.

byAnnette said...

Fun Cards!
So great you send out cards to the elderly!

TR said...

What fun holiday cards! Someone is going love receiving those. That wonky tree is so cute. Just learned about the card drive. What a wonderful goal. Will get some cards in the mail this week.

Beulah Bee said...

This has been a terrific blog hop (for such a worthy cause), thank-you to the coordinators for making this card drive possible!

Lindsey NY said...

Aww. Those cards are so darling. I just learned of the Caring Heartscard drive. I better start coloring.

Unknown said...

Cute, cute cards!

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Kit A said...

Such cute cards Vera! I love the card drive. I participated last year and loved doing it. Thanks for starting it.

Unknown said...

I love the little tree too! So cute!

MMA said...

Beautiful cards for a beautiful cause.

Unknown said...

My 92 year old dad is in a nursing home right now. He fractured his collar bone when he slipped coming out of a doctors office in the rain and wind. He won't be in the hospital for Christmas but there are people in his home who are there forever and some who are just there for a little while like my dad. I think this is so great! I'm making Christmas cards for this and I hope I win something. My problem is I make big cards so I have to learn to scale them down for this. The 2 cards you show here, especially the one with the baby Jesus are great! I am a Catholic so I can so appreciate that one. I love blog hops but my feet and legs don't! LOL

Susan K said...

Really sweet cards - both of them. Thank you for sharing

Linda M said...

Love your sweet cards!

Trina said...

Great cards! I love that first stamp set. It's so cute! I may need it to use for next year. Thank you for all your hard work on this card drive! I love participating!

PStanley said...

Lovely cards, Vera :)

Unknown said...

Beautiful cards! Thanks for sharing.😊

Anita in France said...

A beautiful reason to make cards, Vera ... these are both adorable ... and are sure to lift spirits ... and generate a smile! Anita :)

Unknown said...

So Cute. All the little animals you used are just so adorable. Well Done.

Unknown said...

What a cute Nativity scene.

Unknown said...

Love the manger scene! Thank you for organizing... still working on my cards!!

Unknown said...

SO CUTE!! AND AMAZING GIVEAWAY!!

Toni C said...

That is a gorgeous tree :) Love a quirky Christmas!

Cheri Richards said...

Very sweet cards. I especially like the little penguin.

Linda T. said...

Your cards are SO adorable! What a wonderful cause and generous giveaway!

sharpstamps said...

This card drive is a great idea and your cards are so cute.

Shelley said...

Great card!

Brenna K said...

Love the penguin card!!

DonnaMundinger said...

What a lovely idea for a Hop! Adorable cards! Love your CAS designs. xxD

Tracey M. said...

Love the nativity card - so cute!

Unknown said...

I absolutely love your cards! The Nativity card is beautiful. And the penguins and wonky tree are adorable. Thank you for caring and giving! <3

Giorgia Rossini said...

Cute cards!

Erica said...

These cards are beautiful and will sure make somebody's day!

Anonymous said...

Such sweet cards! Thanks for sharing!

Terri Armstrong said...

I love the clean and simple designs of your cards! Beautiful!

Tricia Coffin said...

Your cards look fabulous! I love the nativity scene.

Amy Vitriani said...

These cards are so sweet Vera! The Christmas tree is such a fun design. Thank you for arranging such a wonderful card drive 😊

Thorsdotter said...

I love your cards! Especially the nativity one! Thank you.

Kay said...

Love your cards and ideas. Thanks for doing the Caring Hands card drive!

Laurie said...

Cute cards! I love the penguin one.

Anne said...

Just love it! Beautifully coloured, so lovely!

KimCreate said...

Love the sweet nativity card! Beautiful

CraftyPaws said...

Both cards are so sweet. What a wonderful hop!

Miriam Leech said...

I adore that Nativity Scene!!! Thanks for the amazing inspiration!!!!

worthbw said...

very sweet !

lisamom said...

Love these cards! Thanks!

Unknown said...

Great project :)

Terri (blindstamper) said...

What a great cause. I'm impressed with how widespread it is.

Debbie A. said...

Adorable cards, Vera! Nice job on both of them. Thanks so much for all you're doing for the card drive and for this great hop and giveaway!

Unknown said...

i really have to get my hands on some gold glitter paper! looks so nice on your first card.

Unknown said...

Love your cards. My cards for the drive are boxed and ready to go. Thank you for putting together this wonderful project.

Misty Elam said...

They are both absolutely adorable!!! Beautiful work!!

Kim Hill said...

What cute cards! I love the idea of sending cards to people who might feel a little forgotten during the holidays. Thanks for setting this all in motion. What a generous heart you have!

Berina RGA said...

Beautiful cards Vera!! Love the nativity scene. Very cute! Love the penguins!

Enderby said...

Your two cards are adorable. I love the simple card. Thanks for all the awesome work you do on your card drive.

Unknown said...

Gorgeous cards Vera ! I love both of them ! The first one is really THE Christmas card ! But I think my favourite one is your second card with these adorable ice skating penguins ! I also love this funky tree ! Beautiful colouring on both of them. Thanks for sharing.
Izzy Scrap

Judie said...

Awesome initiative and cute cards!!!

Kentucky Daisy said...

Both designs are absolutely wonderful. The SugarPea Design stamps are a very sweet way to focus attention on the spiritual significance of Christmas while the other design shares the fun, whimsical element to this time of year! Thanks for sharing both!

Heather DePasquale said...

Your nativity scene is adorable. Cute cards. Thanks for sharing!

bbunch said...

Both cards are great--love the nativity card.

Jackie S said...

Darling penguins. Wonder if I have time to get some cards into the card drive. Such an amazing cause.

Stephanie said...

Beautiful cards!! Both the Nativity set and the penguins are so cute! Mailing off my cards tomorrow.

Betsy said...

Very very cute! Lovely nativity scene.

Allie said...

Love the cards, especially the penguin one!

Hund said...

What adorable cards! Love the designs. Thank you for sharing.

Oreety said...

Such awesome cards...as always! Thanks for the chance to win!

mtscrapgal said...

Vera, I applaud you for heading up the Caring Hearts Card Drive. Your team mate Jennifer McQuire is a great partner to have too. Kindness is the middle name of you both. I'm hoping to send a package of cards your way soon.I hope you and your family have a blessed Christmas.

Tracy said...

Adorable Christmas cards, I love this card drive.

Unknown said...

I am enjoying your cards, they are very sweet!

Kate B said...

Great cards & what a wonderful card drive! This is my first year of participating & I had a lot of fun making 100+ cards. Thanks for organizing this drive for such a great cause - hope your holidays are wonderful!

Jen Barnard said...

Great cards.
jen dot barnard at btinternet dot com

Jeanne-Marie said...

Love your cute cards, especially the nativity one! Thanks for sharing and doing this amazing Card Drive!

Unknown said...

Two great cards - for an awesome cause! :)

Michelle said...

Love your cards and your clean design! Thank you for the card drive, too. I hope to send you a few!

Unknown said...

Both cards are adorable. I am sure the person who gets them will be so thrilled.

Susan T said...

I just love your cards and am excited to ship my cards for the drive. Just taking a break to say thank you for everything. It is much appreciated and i really like forward to the card drive every year.

ARTnas said...

Cute and beautiful cards! Thanks for sharing - great blog hop! So inspiring.

charly30us said...

I think they are both adorable!! I really love the nativity card!!

Cassandra said...

Beautiful cards!

Memories by Manda said...

Such a cute nativity scene

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