fresh & fun

I’m not sure if I’m doing this right, but here goes my entry. I think I’m Post #1.

I love your ideas, samples and tutorials. You are extremely creative and your style and colors are great. When I’m stuck for an idea - which is often - I know by looking at your gallery that I’ll find an idea. Thanks ever so much for sharing………JoAnn

ooh I’m #2. thanks so much!

WOW! I have NEVER been the first to post on your blog… Too many admirers beat me to the punch!

No need to apologize as far as I am concerned… Everything you do DAILY on this blog, for SCS, etc. is more than any of us should hope for! So much inspiration — you are too talented!

Thank YOU!

Mary (Post #3)

#4
I will be first. I love your blog you are so inspirational! Thanks!

Hi! I am post #5… Just want you to know I subscribe to your blog and love seeing your posts! Your color choices are wonderful and I truly enjoy this site… I also subscribe to the SCS site, and love the Ask Beate section…
Take Care!

Congratulations on hitting 1,000,000. We would love to just have some consistent viewers to our blog. I do not know why you are not affiliated with any company. If it is your choice I applaud your loayalty to Stampin’ Up, if no one has picked you then shame on them as they are missing out on some awesome cards. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us!

Robbie
#6

Post #7

No need to apologize! The fact that you share your amazing talent with us is gift enough. Any freebies are a perk, and completely unnecessary. That said, I would be silly not to try and win

Thanks for all you do and share. Though I don’t post often, I do keep you and your family in my prayers. I’m glad you were able to enjoy some quality time together!

Post #8
Thank you so much for all you do Beate! You are such an inspiration to me.

I’m post #9
I’m new to the blog scene….I’ve enjoyed yours..you’re so talented and creative!

#10…Beate, your gift to us is your talent. Never feel bad about offering something more than that up! We just love YOU! :o)

Oh yes, yes, yes! Congrats on the amazing blog. I think I’m #11

Post #12
I love this stamp set..and would love to own it…thank you so much for the opportunity to have it. I visit you blog daily..so glad you are back. Your work inspires me.
Big hugs from Oklahoma. Dee 8^)

#13 thanks for sharing your ideas and talent!

Beate - I love your style! Even though you inspire me, I still collect more than I stamp! :o)
Jeanne #14

Whoo-hoo! Congrats on your 100,000. It doesn’t appear that everyone is getting their number right…I think I’m 15??

16 Congratulations on all the hits…your blog is worth reading even without blog candy.

#17 (my lucky number) Thanks for sharing!

I think I am #18…So glad to see you back…I get lots of inspiration from you.
Jan

Hi - I enjoy your blog every time you post. Congrats on the hits. Wow! Glad to have you back! Number lucky 19.

Thanks so much for all of the wonderful inspiration, Beate! According to the counter, I’m number 20, but the number ahead of me says 17…hmm..So I’m going to go with #20!:-)

Thanks Beate. We don’t need more candy to entice us to visit your blog. Your fabulous designs and weekend sketches are more than enough! Thanks for sharing with us each day.

#21

I am number 22. I have emailed and traded with you in the past and as I have told you before you are phenomenal! I don’t care if I win or not! Your work is inspirational and I am addicted to your blog! So, please don’t stop stamping and sharing!

#23 Thanks for the opportunity to win some blog candy! Enjoy your site and I’ve learned so much from it!

Hi Beate,

I’m new to the whole blog scene, but I’m hooked on your site. I loved yesterday’s milk carton. Thanks for sharing your creativity!

Miriam #24

I believe I’m #25! Thanks so much for everything! Your blog is such an inspiration!

Thanks for the blog candy chance! Love your work, Beate!
I THINK this post will be #26.
Jennifer

Okay so maybe it wasn’t a great idea to add the numbers to the posts, lol. Looks like you got a bunch at once and they are all out of order. Oh well, fun anyway! When I first clicked, it said I would be #14, but I know I got pushed back into the 20’s, so I’ll guess and say I’m #27!

I love your work! This is my very first comment.
I am #28
Mauna

29 - Wow 1,000,000! You are amazing! And I love your blog candy - anything is nice. I’d visit if you never gave anything out though!

30 What a beautiful and generous gift. Thanks so much for the opportunity! Your site it super inspiring!

Another thank you for all your hard work. It’s great to know I have a creative source to go to.

Post #31

Cute stuff! Thanks for sharing the love.

#32

It’s so great to have you back!

Post #33

We love you candy or not!!

Post #34

#35
Wow, these numbers are jumpy.

Beate, we come for your amazing talent and the generosity with which you share it. Hopefully I speak for everyone here when I say that you don’t need to give away blog candy to keep us coming back

Bless you for all you do,
Amy

Your creations are always a joy to view and your blog is on my daily Must Read list. Thanks for sharing so generously with us!

#36

#37 pick me =)
always look forward to your tutorials and weekend sketch.
Thanks for the chance!

#38 we sure did miss your daily posts Beate. Great to have our fix back, Hope hubbie will be back quickley, jenny x

Beate, I would like to thank you for all the inspiring & beautiful cards & the great techniques you have so freely shared. Your awesome talent is prize enough. Anyone would love a free set of stamps and some ribbon, so you don’t owe anyone an apology! I appreciate you and your blog. :o)

#39

Thanks for giving us an opportunity at a great blog giveaway. Can’t wait to see your next creation - always a great inspiration!
I think I am post #40.

Post #41
Thank you for all your creativity and your willingness to share with so many. I look forward to seeing what you come up with each day.

#42….I think.
Glad you were able to spend time with your family.
Thank you for your wonderful ideas and inspiration!

#43 I think.. Love your blog and look forward to your posts! Would love to win that prize! Thanks for doing this giveaway! Monica

Post number 44.
I enjoy your blog! Thanks for sharing your creativity and your sketch challenges!
Jennie

#45 - I just LOVE your blog! Its on my daily dose

#46 (I think). Your blog is awsome. You are so incredibly talented!!

Post #47 I really enjoy your beautiful blog! Thanks!

#48 Beate, your blog and work are such an inspiration for me. Thanks!

I think I am Post #49
Thank you for sharing your wonderful creativity…I always turn to your talents when I need ideas!

I don’t think the #-ing system works really well for giveaways because your site is so popular. You might have 2-3 ppl filling out a comment form at the same time. Hmmm.. I’ll take the biggest #, #50. Hope I win, I’ve been trying

Post #51?? Your one of my favorite bloggers and check out your blog daily! Your great inspiration, keep up the wonderful job!!

I love your blog! Your ideas are fresh and inspiring. Thanks!

#52

#53 - pick me! pick me! Thanks for the giveaway and I look forward to many more cards by you.

#54 I enjoy your creations a lot and am so happy to have found your blog. Glad to see you posting regularly again!

We should be thanking you for all your hardwork with all the tutorials that you post on a regular basis. You rock!

#55

#56
I love all your creations and your challenges!! You are inspiring to alot of people!!Thanks for the chance and congrats on the awesome blog and many many more hits to come!!!
Dawn Marie

From the count on the front screen, I should be #57! Congratulations on hitting a MILLION!!!! Woohoo! We love your stuff Beate, what do you expect???!!!!
Kathy Camasso

#58 - just found your blog today. You are a very talented lady!

#59 You make some amazing things!! I found a link to your blog over on SCS and it’s actually one of the very few I can get to from work! (Because…why would I actually want to WORK???)

Congratulations Beate!!! I’m so glad you had that quality time with your family. It is SOOO important. Thank you for the generous blog candy for your 1,000,000 hits!

barb
#60 I think

YOu wouldn’t have to give away any blog candy to get me to keep coming to your wonderful site!! Thanks so much for your talent and sharing.

#61

Beate you are always such an inspiration. Congratulations on all the hits. It is much deserved! I’m number 62 I think

Carolyn

#63
Beate, thank you for all your cards, projects & tutorials. I print your tutorials off & file in a cabinet in stamping room so that they are readily available. Tutorials are always clear & precise which makes it very easy for this logic-challenged stamper to complete. I’ve completed a number of them!!!! Some many times over. Thank you, thank you, for sharing your talent!

Post #64

Beate, your work is absolutely beautiful, it is no wonder your blog counter is sky high!

Thanks for all the inspiration.

Stephanie

Thanks for offering blog candy! I love your blog! You’re very talented
#65

#66 (I think)

you are so talented. I have enjoyed your work since I first stumbled across SC a couple years ago!

Keep up the great work.. I love visiting your blog!

Kelly

Post #67
Thanks so much for the chance to win! Love your work–you’re very inspiring!
Jennifer

Post #68

You know we would “hang” with you Beate, even if you were taking a 6 month LOA…but don’t you dare!! lol Thanks for the opportunity to win this fabulous set!

Lynn

comment 69

Do not feel bad about the lack of blog candy. I don’t subscribe to your blog for candy, but rather for inspiration and sketches, and all of the other AMAZING things you share.

Post no.70
Hey Beate! Your are so inspiring! I’m a new Su demonstrator in Montreal,Canada since 6 months and i love what you’re doing.I hope to be able to ROCK like you one day!Here is my comment for a chance to win this nice package!!

Way to go on the hits! If there is a blog out there that deserves it, it certainly is yours! Thanks for being such a HUGE inspiration to us all!!! We love ya and can’t wait to see what comes next!
~Lana B.~
#71 (i think)

Post #72—the numbers are all messed up, but I’m following your ” comment number + 1″ rule!
Beate–I’m SOOOO glad you are back! I was sad when you were gone even though I was happy for you to have some time with your family. I LOVE looking down at my google reader and seeing a “1″ next to your name! I just giggle and “RUN” over to your site to see the next wonderful post! Thanks for all your time to inspire those of us you don’t even know!

#73 - WOW, over 1,000,000, just hope I live long enought to hit 100,000. Seriously congratulations, you are my daily inspiration and see that you are the same for many others.

#74

I LOVE your blog you are so creative…my whole sideline group loves you too…it’s funny when we have swaps to see everyone using your sketches…

Have a great week!

Please don’t feel bad about the blog candy I am just very thankful that you are here to give me all this inspiration!! You’re blog is awesome - free blog candy or not!!! Please please keep up the great work!
#75

Beate:

#76 Love, love your ideas. Your work is AWSOME!!! So glad you are back posting again. Thanks soooooo much for sharing your talent. This is a GREAT blog giveaway!
Beth

#77 Beate, just sharing your art is “candy” enough. I’d read your blog in any event. I always thought offering prizes was just a way to get more readers, which you certainly don’t need. So do what’s best for YOU! thank you so much

Beate,
I believe I am #78.
You give gifts daily with all your beautiful designs and creations. I like your style and I get alot of ideas from you. Keep up the good work. My prayers are with you and your family.
Mary

Entry #79…missing our stamp time this week!!

Hi Beate! I visit your blog frequently for the inspiration! Your work is so pretty and I think your title fits your style so well. Good luck to your family and will pray for your husband’s safe return! #80

#81
Beate, you are simply amazing. I know I would be lost without your tutorials - I’m not very original

THANK YOU for everything you do!

I love your website and am so glad you are posting again. Your talent really inspires so many of us. Thank you for making my day with your posts. Have a great day!

#82

#83
Beate… I should send you something to give away because I love reading your blog and seeing all your wonderful creations.
Thank you for sharing your talent with us all.

Pam

Post #84 (?? did the numbers get mixed up somehow?)

Beate- Time off? You have so much great stuff out there, honestly didn’t notice! You are too kind to give away goods….

Thanks for all your amazing ideas and tutorials!

#85

You wish you could give away BIGGER gifts???? Beate, your blog candy contests are the most generous out there. Thank you so much for all you do for us through this blog and splitcoast!

#86
I love your blog, Beate. Your work is so inspirational.

#87

Glad you’re back with us. I enjoy your blog. And trust me, giving stuff away is not why we’re here! It’s because we love your work and your posts!

#88 (looks like some numbers are missing!)
Beate, I would look at your blog, even if you gave nothing away. I think over a million hits shows a lot of people would do the same!

Thanks for treating us…I don’t have this set yet!!!
I think I’m # 89

#90
Hi Beate, Iam new to stamping and I love your blog. Your creativity is so inspiring. I hope some day to have a fraction of the crativity you have been blessed with. Thanks for sharing your talent.

Wow…good for you! We’ll keep coming back so long as you’re here!

#91

Beate, you are always so generous. Love your blog!
Colleen #92

Post # 93

visit your blog every day…whether you are there or not! I find names of blogs to go to and also your favorite “shops”. Love your tutorials on SCS too. What an artist you are!

#94!!

My first comment on your blog!!
I love your site and it inspired me to use my BIA. I used it last night for the first time and I Love it. Thanks for getting me to use what I have!!

# 95
I love your blog and all the work you put into it.
You shouldn’t appologize for taking a break - everyone deserves one, including you.
Thanks for being so generous!

Thankyou so much - wow - #96!

#97
I’m so glad you’re back Beate, I missed your creativity.

#98 - I read your blog daily. I missed your posts when you were away but understand you needed time with your family. Hope your husband is doing well.

Hi Beate!
It is so wonderful to have you back on-line!! I am glad you were able to spend some precious time with your family though.
Thanks for the chance to win some delic’ blog candy…that is very generous of you!!
I believe I am post #99.
Thanks Again!

#100!

Hi Beate, I’m glad you have a GREAT month with your family. And I, for one, appreciate any and all blog candy you offer. You don’t need to offer more candy… that’s just silly. I appreciate you and your blog (one of my heroes!!) for the creative outlet it is!

Thanks for sharing.

Bobbie *Ü*

#101

Congrats Beate! All I can say is…WOW! You’re truly an inspriation!
I’ll just put #102 since there are 102 posts and the previous person was on here twice.

#103 Thanks so much for this wonderful blog candy. I visit your site every day for ideas and inspiration.

I am happy to have you back and I sincerely hope you had a restful break with your family. I think perhaps the numbering has gotten all messed up so I don’t know what number I am so I am going to go with number 104 just to be safe and maybe everyone will follow after this.

105
Congrats on a successful blog! Sure did miss ya!

Not sure what post this will be. Maybe #106. I visit your blog at least once a day to see what you have going. I think you do a wonderful job, your art is beautiful and all you say feels like it comes straight from your heart. Thanx for sharing.

#107..since you have 2 104s-this is going to be confusing!
Anyway, I love your blog. I love that you put so much into your SU stamping, your family, and SCS. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us. You are a true inspiration to all!

#108

You are very sweet to offer free stuff, never mind the frequency! I think the fact that you maintain your blog on such a regular basis with such great cards and challenges are a gift in itself!

Cheers,

Yosha

Beate,
Thanks so much for sharing yourlove of stamping with us as well as blog candy. You’re a wonderful inspiration to us all. Here’s to another great year of your blog. Melanie
Post #109

I guess i’m #110. Love your blog. Missed visiting while you were away. Glad you’re back online.

Jamila

I back counted….I’m #111 that will probably change by the time I get done typing.

Hi Beate, I’m new to your blog but very familar with your talent on SCS. I’m not a blogger or a demo. It’s a hobby that I have come to love. I’ve learned all I know about card making through the SCS website. Everyone has truly inspired me. Thanks for all your work on the tutorials. I look forward to participating in your challenges. Thanks!

Thanks you so much for all you have taught me. I am always learning some new technique and most of them come from you. What a sweet thing to do to give away such a nice gift. Love your blog.

Ruth

#112

#113 Seeing your cards is like blog candy everyday. Thank You so much. -Molly B

Hey Beate! So glad to have you back! I didn’t plan on taking a break from blogging but life kind of gets in the way around Christmas!!! I’m glad to be back online as well!! I have had Wild Rose on my wish list for a long time! I sure would like to win this one!!!! I believe I’m post #114!!

#115

Thanks for the chance to win. Love your blog!!

Please add my name to the pot!
I love visiting your site to see what challenge you have. I am about to get involved and will send you some of my submissions.
Thanks for sharing your great ideas.
Dawn

#116

I’m #117! We’re all so glad that you’re back! You are such an inspiration…Thanks for all you do for our little community! You’re awesome!

Sarah

You always have the most fabulous blog candy! Love your blog, visit it daily! Thanks for offering us the chance for this candy!!

#118

I think I’m 119. Thanks for the opportunity. Love your work! Thanks much! Crystal N.

Comment #120! And I miss ya while you were gone but I knew you made the right decision and would not regret it! I’m off to make a card with your latest challenge. LOOKS FUN!

Wow!!! Congrats on all of the hits! You have a fantastic blog and I enjoy being inspired by it! Thank you so much for all of the time and effort you have put into it!

I think that I am # 121

#122
Well Beate, Family always comes first that is the number one rule
I had just started doing the challenges when you took the time off but it was worth the wait. I do love them
Donalda
dolphin57@verizon.net

I’m #123 ~~I am new to the blogging world and I just love your work! I hope to participate in some of your challenges, they are amazing!!!
Thanks!!!

#124 - wow! 100,000 hits! Congratulations, and keep up the amazing work, Beate!

I guess I’m #125. I just really like checking out your blog. I love all the projects and cards you do…Amazing work!
Heather

Your counter says 125 comments, so I must be 126!
Thanks for a chance to win this beautiful stamp set.

Thanks so much Beate for your inspiration and your generosity! What you give us in inspiration (and time on SCS) is plenty compensation!

#127

#128 I’m so glad you’re back to blogging again! Thanks for the chance to win!

I think I’m #129. I’m just start to frequent your blog and sketches and I want to thank you so much for your inspiration! And how awesome that you make an effort to comment on the blogs of those who post cards from your sketches! That just made my day!

#130 - Love your blog, Beate!!!

I think I’m post #131, just by a process of addition. And don’t ever apologize for the content of your blog candy - the fact it comes out of your own pocket only makes it more precious to the winner. I love your blog and visit often. Your cards are inspiring and your tutorials are so helpful. Keep on keepin’ on!

Lynn

Post 132……….unless somebody types faster than I……….LOL
I am not surprised that you have surpassed the 1 million mark, you have the greatest blog. You share so much with all of us to make us better stampers. Thanks ever so much…..DON’T ever stop. Paaaaaaaaaaaaalease!!!

Dear Beate….you are such a sweetheart and it takes about .05 seconds for anyone to realize that about you !!! You have such a kind and generous soul…you’re too good to everyone who enjoys your talent !!

#133

Your work is very inspiring - don’t feel bad
for not offering bigger blog candy… your
creative creations are enough for me!!
Thank you so much.

#134

yay, it’s great to have you back. I simply love your blog, it’s always such great inspiration.

Kay

#135

Absolutely awesome. I’m a SU demonstrator from Australia. Wish we had all your product. Your ideas both here and splitcoast have given me heaps of inspiration and got me out of my comfort zone. Thank you sooooo much!

#136

Hi, I think I’m #137, but I’m not sure; looks like the numbering is off a bit. But it’s a great idea because you sure are generating a lot of interest in this blog candy!

I, too am an SU demonstrator (hobby only); thank you for all of your inspirational ideas. Maybe someday when I have time (ha!) I’ll start my own blog.

Post 138 I think.
You share so much with us all in terms of projects, ideas creativity etc. don’t worry about not giving away blog candy - it is great when you can but we will keep reading anyway.

The counter says 138, so I think I’m #139. You do such beautiful work! It’s always a treat to visit.

Post 140 according to your blog. I do appreciate your generosity and am so glad you are back! Yes, I read your blog whether there is candy or not. This would be so much fun to win!!
Thank you.
Sandy Kay

Post #141

Your blog is at the top of my “favorites” list - it’s awesome!

Oh Beate, how could we NOT stick with you? Your cards are always so inspiring. Thanks for offering up such great candy.

#142

143
Congrats on your number of hits! Thanks for your cards and sketches!

Belinda
belinda [at] alumni [dot] cmu [dot] edu

144 - love your blog!

#145 I’m so glad you’re blogging regularly again. I love your blog!
~Crystal M.

146-Thanks for sharing your blog with us. You’re such a talented stamper.

Keep up the amazing work!
-Nancy Ann
#147

Thanks Beate!I think Iam 148…….Elizabeth

Hello Beate. I am so glad to see you back. I love the daily inspiration that you give me. Keep it up!!

Maria

#149

Hi Beate! Your blog is the first place I check every morning - even before SU. I missed you terribly while you took some time off. but I’m happy you were able to spend some quality time with your honey before he deployed.

You inspire me so much.

Ashley

#150

Hello, what you are offering is more then enough Free craft stuff is always fun!
#151

I guess I am #152! I have never done this before but I guess I am a sneaky stalker of your sight. I absolutely love your work and ideas and peak everyday to see if you have posted new inspiration!! Thanks so much - April

I’m so glad you know how many people you bring happiness and inspiration to! So cool that you have toe counter! So many people were silently wishing your family well over the holidays. Thanks for always sharing.

#153

#154 Beate, Congratulations on such a wonderful achievement. And, THANK YOU for all that you do for us. You are a real inspiration.

Heidi McDonough

#155
I’m so glad you’re back with your weekend challenges. you really inspire me to create wonderful cards. thak you!
jen

Can you beleive how many people are involved in blogging? Isn’t it great - CONGRATULATIONS on your site.

Lorraine # 156

thank you so much for the inspiration every time i visit! because of your blog, i have now tried techniques and ideas i have never done before! thanks heaps
luv christina
#157

Thank you thank you thank you! We support the time you spend with your family but I think we all missed your crafty inspiration! Congrats on all your hits.

The person above me says I am #154 but your counter says I’m #158?

I’m so glad I discovered your blog recently. Your challenges have given me so much inspiration and really got my creative juices flowing. I appreciate your comments on my SCS card posts too! Family time is always important - glad you enjoyed it.

There is some confusion about the post number so I am going to label myself #159

Thank you, thank you, thank you

Congrats on your successful blog!!! I just LOVE it and am thankful you got to spend some special time with your family.

WILD ROSE! WOW! I have always loved that stamp set…but never got it…maybe I’ll win it!

Many blessings, jackie

#160

Hi Beate,

thank you, for all the work you put into each post and project. I know I’ve told you this before but it is very appreciated. Looks like I’m post # 161.

Aloha,

Ali

my goodness woman, you shouldn’t worry about blog candy, it is what it is! we love coming to look at your creations. hope your are doing ok and you’re getting into the swing of the ’single parent’ thing. prayers to you and yours
#162, tammy b

Great Blog! Thank you for all of your great ideas and creativity. Post #163.
~Kim

Post # 164 Beate, I come to your website often for inspiration. Your work is beautiful. As much as I missed your daily blog entries, I was happy for you that you took time to be with your family. Thanks for sharing your great ideas with us.

Love your blog!

#165

#166

i am new here but i LOVE this blog!

cyndi

Beate, you’re the best! Congrats on the 1,100,000+ mark!

Although I missed your posts, I am happy you took the time for your family. You and your family are in our prayers!

Susan

Post #167

Beate,I ABSOLUTELY love your blog! I visit it quite often; sometimes several times a day just to see if you have added anything since I was there last. You give me sooo much inspiration. When I get into a creative block I turn to your blog and artwork to get my creative juices flowing again. Thanks so much for sharing with us! I did, however miss you while you were away, but I am thrilled you got to spend some much needed time with your family. Prayers to you and yours! I believe I’m #168

#169
Welcome back Beate. Glad to have you back posting. Your blog is always so informative.

Linda

Hi Beate! I’m glad you are back to blogging but totally understood you needing time to be with your family. Welcome back and thank you for sharing your beautiful cards with us! I’m number 170! Arlynn

#171 Congratulations on your blog hits! I always love your tutorials and I was thrilled when I finally discovered your blog.

Good to have you back but glad you had the time you needed. Thanks for all the great inspiration. I love what you do. x

#172

Beate, you’re always so generous! I mean, wow. I loved the card and ribbon you sent to me. It made my day…especially because it was my birthday. Take care.
Hugs.
Misty

#173

Post #174
Thanks for such a wonderful blog. I visit you everyday for ideas and to drool over your work.
TFS,
Barb S
stamper0910@yahoo.com

I love coming and reading your blog everyday. I learn so much. I am glad that you are back from your mini holiday break.
keep up the great job.

Post 175

#176 - You are an amazing and so very talented person. I absolutely love your blog and all your gorgeous creations. Keep them coming!! TFS :o)

Cindy Coffman
cac1957@hotmail.com

So glad to have you bloggin again - the embossed rose from the Always set was so gorgeous - my favorite post I’ve seen recently - love it!! I’ve never won blog candy, but I’m feeling lucky.

#177

#178 -
Beate, no need to apologize! I love viewing your blog for inspiration not candy. Although I won’t stop my self for entering to try to win and little candy now and then! Thanks for the opportunity and just keep the learning and teaching going! Love that the most!
Tonya

#179
It’s great you’re back on daily basis. And thanks a lot for your inspiration and great blog candies!

#180(I think, what if someone is typing right now and they hit submit before me?)
I love your blog! Always inspiring.

#181 Thank you so much for all of the work you do on your blog for us Beate - and the chance to win!

Wow,great giveaway! thanks so much for all you do! you are amazing!
Mel #182

I love your blog!! You do such great work!!
#183
Amanda

#184 - I think - Love your blog! You are a great inspiration to every stamper and card maker!

Wow! That is an amazing number of people checking out your awesome work. Thanks for sharing with us! #185

I love your website and your work!! You have me hooked on those brads!

#186

Thanks for your inspiration! I’m 187

#188 Thank you not only for all your inspiration, but for also putting your family FIRST!

i just love your blog and creations. It is such an inspiration.
#189

#190 Beate I love your site and like to visit often. Love your style…so fresh and sometimes elegant.
Debi Pippin
Inverness Florida
canoemom@tampabay.rr.com

I just love your blog and read it religiously. Thanks for your creativity and beautiful inspiring work. I’m 191.

#192
I have to agree with all the previous comments and let you know how much of an inspiration you are. It’s true you do have a great blog and wonderful sense of creativity! We are so lucky you share your ideas so freely. I am so glad you got so much traffic! That is great!

wow so many people are making comments at once the numbers are just climbing and climbing
lots of scs attending at camp crop-a-lot in bc who admire your work

#193

#194 I think it’s all mixed up! Wow! Congrats Beate! So glad your back that’s for sure - I love visiting everyday!

Your blog candy is very generous!

I visit your blog daily! It’s fantastic! And if you never gave away any freebies- I would still be coming to your blog!!
Jamie
#195

# 196
You were greatly missed while you werre taking some well deserved time off. It is good to have you back sharing all of your wonderful art. Thanks for sharing some goodies!

Retta

#197???? Not sure if that is the right number….

Thanks so much for your awesome blog. I visit everyday.

I love your blog! I check it out daily!
congrats on your 100,000 hits!
I think I am #198

Beate,

I guess I would 199?

Your blog is my daily dose stamping medicine. I do visit other blogs but yours is always first. I just sent a link to my downline and she nearly hit the floor, she was so very impressed with your work as I am…so creative and generous with your artwork, tutorials and then blog candy is the icing on the cake! I am so grateful you are out there doing what you do!!!

No.200 that’s me! Wow…you are obviously inspiring lots of people Beate…great stuff. Good on you for taking some time off to do family things. Thanks for the beautiful inspiration:-)

Hi Beate,
While I dont often leave comments, yours is one of the blogs I visit EVERY day. Your creativity inspires and amazes me. Thank you so much for your dedication to our favorite pasttime. ~Beth

Oh yeah, I think I’m #201

I think I am #202. The inspiration you provide on a daily basis is blog candy enough! Giveaways (whatever they are) are just a bonus! and I heart this wild rose set. Thanks. Trish

I am thinking I am 203 beacuse the blog # of post was higher than the # here…

Great blog I read it evertime I am blog reading….:0)

reflections:0)

I am 204. Thanks for your inspiration. I enjoy learning alot with your posts here and on SCS. Thanks again and a BIG congrats on you blog hits! WOW!

I am 205! Thanks for continuing to provide such wonderful inspiration and ideas!

Laura Jean (LauraJean on SCS)

Wow! Beate! How generous of you. I’m #206. You have such wonderful style and imagination. Thanks for sharing.

#207… glad to have you back. I love the stamp set you’re offering, thanks for the chance to win it.

I think I am #208…
Beate - you are SO generous with sharing your creativity, and I know I am so grateful that you mostly post SU! stamps and products. So THANK YOU!!

I hope you and the kids are doing well with hubby away on duty.

#209. I’d visit your blog even if you didn’t offer us such generous blog candy. Congratulations on reaching an awesome number of hits.

#210 What a generous heart, Beate! I used to be a demo, so I know they don’t pay enough! Thanks for sharing all your creativity with us!

Beate, I love your blog and am so happy that you’re back. Thank you for sharing your incredible talent. You and your family are in my thoughts.
#211

#212
I love your blog. Thanks for all the inspiration!!!!

Chris

This rose stamp set is beautiful! And your blog is awesome, too! Thank you for sharing. Congratulations on your KA-ZILLION hits!! That’s exciting!

#213

#214
Congratulations on hitting 1,000,000! And thanks for the inspiration

#215
WOW 1,100,000 hits!! Congratulations and I can understand why…your Blog and all your work is AWESOME!!! Thanks so much for sharing your talent with us and for all the tutorials you write. Your blog candy is very generous!

I am 216. WOw, that is really high number. I have been visiting your blog for a few weeks. It is very nice. I am enjoying it.

#217 Thanks for all the challenges, sketches and tutorials that you share with all of us.
I so enjoy your blog
Debbie

I guess I’m #218! Great website. I’ve got to come on here more often!

Your blog is rockin’ as usual Beate. I just love it.
#219

#220 Thanks for all the tutorials and challenges. I really enjoy your blog. I visit everyday in hopes to find something new to inspire.
Josee

I just discovered your website last week. Now I check it every night! Thanks for sharing your talents…..#221

#222
I love your blog, Beate! Thank you for all you share. I don’t know how you get everything done!

#223
Thanks for the chance to win some great blog candy!
Enjoying your blog as always and I’m so glad your back!

I love your work. I check out your site about everyday.
Thanks for all the inspiration.

#224

#225

Thanks again for your generosity Beate. Wonderful cards.

I think I am 226 - I love your blog and I think dedicated daily cardmaking bloggers like yourself deserve a break every now and again - especially to be with family.

Beate, your tutorials are fabulous. #227

Unless someone beats me I’m 228. I enjoy my visits with you and try to stop by everyday. I’ve from Pensacola and see your from Niceville. Crazy weather we’re having for sure. Love your stamping

Hi I’m 229,

I love how graphic and “clean” your cards are. The lack of overly fussy stuff makes your ideas simply appeal to me. Pleeeease keep it up. Thanks, Allison

I’m 230! You shouldn’t feel bad about blog candy. My blog candy is what you post on your blog everyday that inspires me so much! It is the first place I come when I turn on the computer everyday. Thank you so much for sharing so much with all of us. Your work is truely amazing! Ann

Greetings from #231
Sharing is caring and your blog is AWesome

#232

Thinking of you. We’ll be in your same boat come May. Military life sometimes stinks. Have a great weekend!

Wow I am No. 233.

Thanks for all the inspiration Beate. You are the bomb girl!!!

I love all your work! Anytime I am “stuck”, I just browse your site for inspiration! Thanks.
#234

I am #235!!! I think that’s a lucky number!!Wow so many comments! See how popular you are!!! Great job with your blog - check it every day. Thanks for all you do.

Your cards are always inspiring — even if you are behind on challenges — or take time off for family. Thank you for sharing all that you create!
Sandy D
#236

#237….Thank you for the chance at some wonderful blog candy Beate. I’m so glad your back to blogging but sorry tht your hubby is gone for now. I wish you and your family love and happiness!
{SMILES}

#238
Beate - you are so creative and I enjoy this website so much -p for sparkling ideas!! It is awesome

I am so amazed at all that you do. Thank you for all that you share.

#239

I’m so glad to see back in the game! Time off is important and well overdue a lot of the times. You’re work is fantastically BEAUTIFUL. Thanks for all the hard work you do!!!!

#240

#241 - TFS. Beautiful work… you could be the first American Stampin’ Idol!!!

You are a great inspiration! When I get in a slump, I just jump on your blog and I perk up immediately. Thanks for all that you share.

#242

#243 Thank you, thank you, thank you for your wonderful ideas and daily inspirations. Glad to see you back.

#244. Wow a million posts? You go girl! I LOVE your blog keep up the wonderful work and sharing the wonderful cards with us!!!

Welcome back, Beate! It hasn’t been the same in cyberspace without you!

#245

I must be post #246. Is it too late? My goodness, Beate, such a generous gift! We should send stuff to you for all that you do to inspire us. Thanks!!

I’m glad you got to spend some time with your family over the holidays. I love to check out your blog and see what kind of great projects you come up with. I recently made my niece an Advent Calendar after seeing yours and your tutorial. She loved it, thanks so much for the idea.

Post #247

Sara S

#248 — CONGRATS BEATE!! 1 mil holy moly!
It’s always fun visiting your site and seeing your work! Thanks for sharing!

Post #249
I love your blog. I visit it everyday and look forward to what you have come up with. Keep all the great ideas and sampe coming!

Congrats on all the hits!

This is really cool. I’ve just started getting into SU and my friend (who is a Demo) and I have loved all of your projects. Thanks for sharing them all and keeping us inspired.
Post #250
Erin13

#251
Congratulations! Thanks for the wonderful examples and ideas. Thanks also for the chance to win some goodies. Sandra

Thank you so much for your lovely ideas and beautiful products that you share with use!

#252

Congrats Beate- what an amazing blog accomplishment! #253

WOW! Very cool on all your hits! Congrats! I love seeing your inspiration! I need to find time to do your WONDERFUL sketches too!!!
Hit 254

WOW!!! I’m #255. It’s not surprising that you have so many visitors! Your cards are wonderful!
Gretchen

WOW! That is a LOT of hits! COngrats!!!

#256

Hi Beate!
I’m #257 (?) I think! Thanks for the opportunity to enter!
You always inspire me!
-Susan

# 258
Congratulations Beate, So glad that you are back to posting. Love your ideas. Great blog candy. Love this set. Thanks for sharing. Mary

#259 Woohoo! Thanks for the chance to win!

#260 - Thanks for the chance - your blog, is as usual, fabulous!! And always remember, family is the most important thing!!

# 261
hi Beate
Thank you for your art which you so generously offer to the stamping community and of course BLOG CANDY

Looks like I’m #262. Thank you Beate. We missed you while you were “away” but were happy you got to spend quality time with your family.

Jen

Love….Love…LOVE…your blog! Thanks for all you share and please continue to take time for your family! From another A.F. wife…hugs and prayers are with you and your family!

#263

Hi Beate! Love your blog! I love your faux stitching with All In A Row - what is your secret?? The first time I did it with the Stamp-a-ma-jig, perfect. Easy cheesy. Every time since has been a disaster, and now I’m too afraid to try. I don’t want to mess up the whole card on the last step! Thanks for sharing all of your talent! I am #264!! Wow!

#265 (I think) I am glad you are back to blogging! I am going to start DOING your weekly challenges, instead of just looking! Thanks for the chance for the great goodies!

I am #266. Thanks so much for all you do on your blog! I love all of your work!

I am 267–Love visiting your blog–appreciate all you do on SCS and all you teach us. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
Laurie

Hi Beate! No need to appologize! You sharing your time and creativity is more than enough! I appreciate all you do! #268

#269 - Are you kidding?? Sharing your talent is gift enough….but blog candy is fun too!! Thanks, Beate!!!

WooHoo!!!!! I love you are back Beate. I love your blog , your tutorials, your cards, you are an AWESOME Card Designer. I hope one day create something just a little bit like your designs.
I am # 270.
I will keep my finger corssed.
God bless you
Giovana S.

# 271 The goose drank wine! He he! Whooo hoo Beate! With all these entries you’ll be passing another 100,000 in no time! Love the SU! goodies so much! Deb

Congrats! That’s a HUGE number. So glad that you take so much of your time to share your creations with us!!!

# 272

Beate,
I am such a ludite, I have never posted a comment and had to figure out how to do that first! Makes sense that your blog would motivate me to respond, as it is my favorite. You brighten my days down here in Haiti. Thank you for your beautiful work and your devotion to sharing it. Prayers for your family are going up now.

#273

#274 I think.

Congrats . I love all your cards and I think you are an amazing artist who has so much talent to share.
I am so glad you are back blogging again. I look forward to all your sketches and browing your gallery for ideas!!

#275
Great blog. Love the way you combined the 3 challenges today. It’s a gorgeous card. TFS.

#276. You’re simply inspirational. keep it up. thanks!

You have an awesome blog that I visit daily! You NEVER need to apologize for lack of candy as you give away alot and everyone is just grateful for you not your stuff! So glad you are back!!

Staci #277

I visit your blog and depend on your tutorals. You are the greatest. Thanks for all you do for us, the new to stamping.

Angela#278

Love your site the best - our styles are so similiar

Number 279

Thanks for having some really cool ideas and taking the time to share. What a great resource for so many!

#280

Hi Beate,
I’m # 281. Luv your blog and visit it daily. I think your blog candy is excellent! An entire SU set is very generous. TFS.
Sheila

#282

Well… if all I get is a chance to look at amazing creations, then I am blessed!

Also, thanks for offering candy… especially if it is out of your own pocket. You are too kind!

God Bless

Hello! Thank you for all you do for SCS and on your blog! Such an inspiration!
#283

#284

Thanks Beate for all that you do! It is so awesome that you are willing to do these Fresh-Fun-Freebies! Hugs to you!

I’m # 285 Congrats on your hits. I love you blog and your creations. You inspire me to create things myself. Thanks for offering the freebies. I don’t have many if any flower sets. This set would be great if I won. Thanks for sharing.

#286 Beate- I enjoy your site, thanks for all the sharing that you do! Heidi

Hi, I’m #287.

Love your blog. Great inspiration and great challenges! Would love to win a SU set!

#288 Just love your blog and visit daily. All of your ideas are a real inspriation to me and your tutorials are so easy to follow. Thanks for sharing with all of us!

#289 I believe.
Thanks for all you do. I read everyone of your enteries. My DH wonders why housework is never done..LOL
Thanks again

iam 290.
well…i guess iam last???
beautiful set. I love it.
claudia

Awesome site. Love the card ideas. Wish you were in Australia and wish we had all your Stampin Up catalogue here. 291

Hi! I think I’m 292 - the person above me should be 291, not 288. Anyways, congrats on the insane number of hits! That is truly awesome!!

Kerry Morgan

I try to check your blog every day, Beate. Your creations are just incredible! Thanks for sharing with us.

Best wishes,
Linda

293

294!! Glad your back! and its always good to break for and with family

#295 I love your blog and visit often. Your cards are beautiful. Thanks for sharing with us.

#296 I appreciate all of the inspiration you offer! Have a Happy New Year! Chris

#297 Your cards are absolutely beautiful. Your blog made my favorites. I like to check out your new cards every week. Thanks for sharing all of your great ideas!

#298 Wowsers, lots of comments!! Thanks for the chance at winning!

299 Thanks for all the great ideas and the blog candy.
Your blog candy is wonderful! I’ve been wanting this set
forever,I just can’t afford to buy the bigger SU sets.
I enjoy stopping by your site each week to see what you’ve
done.

Please pick me! I love that stamp set, but didn’t discover SU til it was retired. Plus, you are the best stamper ever!!! “wink”

#300

#301 Wow, Beate! Wonderful things you do for all of us…thank you for the blog candy offer!

The number above me reads 186 but I think I’m really 302 (I didn’t count, I’m just looking at your blog comment counter). 1 million is a lot of hits. Wow! Congratulations.

It says there are 302 comments, so considerign there are a few duplicate numbers above me, I’m goign to guess I’m 303.

This is a wonderful offer ~ you always go above and beyond for people! Love your triple challenge card, too!

304!!
Gosh it wasn’t until you couldn’t get this set that I WANTED to have it. I love your site and visit it often!

If only I can get my act together and make such a site!

305
What a great treat! I hope it goes to someone who will give it lots of love. Thanks for sharing all of your wonderful work. My prayers are with you and your family while your honey is away.

#306
Wow, Congrats on all the hits! ‘Love your blog…thanks for sharing your amazing creativity and for inspiring me!! Thanks for this chance to win sweet candy!
~Brenda H.

#307 according to your counter. Congrats on the million + Wow, what a beautiful generous candy offering. Thank you for all of your inspiration and terrifica art!

I really love your blog and I admire the way you update it every day! That’s some dedication and creativity. I’m off to try your card sketch challenge!

Yvonne Wickenkamp

#308

#309 Congrats on all your hits! It’s a great site. Thanks for all the great ideas and the tutorials. It’s greatly appreciated.

#310 I think. Love your blog but I am realy bad at leaving comments :). Thank you for great inspiration - all the way to little Denmark!

#311 Congratulations! You are so super talented! My cardmaking skills are so basic, but I love looking at your work! Congrats again!

Wow 1.1 hits! Not surprise at all with all your creative projects you share with blogland. Thanks for chance.
cmeyers@hughes.net

#312

#313
Congratulations on your big milestone! Thanks for sharing your talent with us! The giveaways are nice bonus, but the best thing is coming here and seeing what you’ve been up to!

#314. Great blog milestone …thanks for being such wonderful inspiration to us all!!

#315 Wow over 1,000,000 hits, how amazing. You are so talented and I know it must be hard sometimes to create something and then have to take a picture of it and then blog about it lol But I know others along with myself appreciate you, and how you are so generous with all of your stamping secrets! Have a blessed day, and thank you for the opportunity to win the blog candy, it is going to make someone very happy!

I think i’m #316. I’ve been “stalking” your blog for sometime now and am always inspired by your work. I have not done our challenges BUT someday I just might. Thank you for being such a inspiration to us.

…….and welcome back!

#317 Thanks for the offer of these gorgeous stamps. What a wonderful way to celebrate all those hits. I got excited about reaching 10k! Please enter my name for the draw.

#318 Wow! What wonderful candy! You have such an amazing site! Thank you for sharing your creations and motivating so many!

#319…I can see that I’m definitely not alone when it comes to admiring your work. It’s no wonder that your blog is hit hard - it’s truly a masterpiece. Congrats on all those well deserved hits!

#320: Thank you for this opportunity. I think it’s very generous of you!

#321 I’m a new SU! demonstrator & I think your site is very inspiring! Thank you!! And congratulations on all your hits!!

Wow. 1,000,000 !!!That is incredible. I visit you site daily and just want you to know that you are an inspiration. Blog candy or not, I still think you would have a lot of admirers. Keep up the good work!

#322

I’m #323. Thanks for blog candy and for the inspirations on your blog !

#324
I love rose stamps.
Gosh, I think it will take me forever to reach 1,000,000. Congratulations to you !
K.

Congrats on this BIG blog Milestone!!! #325

#326 Your sketches, tutorials, your blog — can’t imagine all the work that goes into what you do — but I love the result! You are inspirational!

Bigger blog candy than this? This is a very valuable blog candy offer. I actually don’t have this set, and I love two step stampin! Thanks for all you do and for all of your hard work! #327

Thanks so much for keeping me (post #328) inspired and motivated! Your work is wonderful and ‘time~off’ is such a good thing! Glad you are back, though! Nicole

# 329 - A Huge Congratulations for over 1 million, 100 thousand Plus!!!!! Wow, what a great accomplishment, I’ll be back to peruse and peek around. Thanks so much, :).

Lucky # 330…
Beate… Congrat’s… what an accomplishment. That sure is a testiment of what an inspiration you are to all of us. Please don’t stop doing what you do..
Hugs,
Lisa

I am post #331
Beate - congratulations. I missed you while you were going. Your blog is the first one that I look at every morning. I’m glad you are back. I really like the detailed posts that you give us about your cards. Thank you

Uncut rubber! Wow! I always cut it right away, but whether or not it’s inked up real soon, that another story. Thanks for the generous candy, love your blog and talent!

#332

I am always so inspired by what I see you put together. You do wonderful work! Thanks for sharing and inspiring us all!!

#333

Post #334
I visit your blog site daily. I am inspired by your artwork. I found it disappointing when you took time off but was impressed with your value set of family first. I continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Like me, I’m guessing that stamping is your outlet and helps to restore balance. Thanks for all you do! I’m glad you’re back!

Beate:

I’m so glad you’re back! You are such an inspiration. I really missed you in December, although I admire you so much for being able to do what was best for your family.

Have you posted what sets you ordered from the new catalog? That is always interesting to see.

Blessings,
Barbara

#335

Post 336 –
Welcome back. We did miss you! love your blog and hope hubby’s doing well!

# 337
Wow, 1,000,000, AMAZING, congrats! I visit your blog daily. Your cards are an inspiration to us all. Glad you are back…family always comes first though!!!!!

Congrats on 1,000,000 hits! You must be doing something right- although us faithful readers have known this all along. Thankgs for the chance at candy. #338

Thank you for a wonderful blog. I ALWAYS check first thing in the morning.
#339

# 340
Congrats on 1,000,000! But I am not Surprised, your blog is Fab!

#341 You have a fabulous blog, love looking at all of your great ideas.

I love the double flower layer. It really makes the card pop. Glad you are back.

#342

#343 Glad to see you’re back again and stamping away! TFS

#344
You are an inspiration to all of us. I love looking at your blog for new ideas! Amazing!

#345. Your blog is great - I love everything you make and share. I think it was wonderful that you took time off to spend with your family. Thanks so much for all you do!!

#346 Your blog is so great and so inspiring, I visit everyday, even when you were taking your break!

347
Thanks for your generousity. You are so talented. Lucy G

#348. Love your blog. Especially love that you took time off to be with your family. Family is most important after all. But I’m glad you are back among the stalkers! Thanks for all your inspiration.

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#349 - I love your blog and check it regularly. I would never have put those 3 colors together on my own, but they look beautiful as a combination. Thanks for offering blog candy.

Happy Stamping.
Wendy Groves

Oh my goodness Beate! It’s no surprise that your blog has reached so many hits!! You truley are so inspiring and do such AMAZING work!!

#350

#351 Hi Beate,
Love your blog. Also think SCS is the best site on the web. Where would we stampers be without it. thanks for everything.

# 352
Congratulations Beate! You have reached such a milestone and yet I feel WE are the lucky ones! Thanks for all that you do,
Chriss

I am number 353. I love blog candy but more importantly I love your blog. Thanks for sharing things with us.

Hey there, I’m 354. Your inspiration is such a gift to all of us. Thanks for everything you do to inspire us all daily!

Congrats Beate! So glad you’re back providing such great inspiration! #355

You work is so, so sweet that we don’t need any candy. I think I am number 356, unless someone gets their post in first. lol I really enjoy your site.

I’m so glad you had the time with your precious family and I’m selfishly glad you are blogging again. Thanks for inspiring me with your projects and congratulations on your milestone. I think (?) I’m number 357.

Omigosh, your creations are always works of art. What a talent you are!! I must be #358. Thanks for sharing so much of yourself with us.

Thanks for inspiring us with your challenges. Glad you are back

#359

I just love your blog. I am always inspired by your cards and get lots of new ideas and techniques from you.

Keep up the good work. Thanks for the chance to win.

#360

Sandy Heringer

#361 congrats on your hits!!!

gorgeous stamps!!!! I am try to find my fav quote for deaf but it hard to find…

thanks for the chance!

Katey

#362

Hi Beate,

Glad to see you back, but I certianly understand why you took time off for the holidays! See how much everyone loves you, your not even posting and you reach over 1million visits!

You always have the best ideas & tutorials!

Thanks for sharing!
Sarah

#363 Love your blog with all the great ideas!

#364 What a wonderful blog! Congrats on your many hits and your kindness to raffle off such a pretty kit!

#365
Beate, thanks for all the inspiration that you provide to all of use SCSers! You are an amazing artist with so much to share! Thanks for all your hard work on the tutorials–they are really helpful!

Beate,
I really love looking at your blog and you SCS gallery! You rock!

Thanks for inspiring us all!

Amy

#366

Thank you for sharing your creativity and precious time. Your generosity is truly appreciated by many non-artist types (like me).

#367

Thanks for the chance to win and I hope the time your family had together was very memorable. We all pray that all military families stay safe. Thanks for sharing your talent!
Ilene B.

#368

#369
Love your blog…although I have said that every time I come here!!

Beate, don’t apologize. You are very generous with your creativity, advice, help, etc. I, for one, am very glad you took time off to be with your family before your husband’s deployment.

#370

I think I’m 371? I love your blog and all your great cards and tips! Thanks for all the time you put into it. –Jaime

i think i’m 372…..
thank you for this giveaway!!!! i missed you while you were gone. not complaining….you had excellent reason not to be blogging…just missed your entries!
regian cornelius

Thanks for the chance to win!! Love your work, and I am confused about the #’s but think I am #373.

I think I’m 374. Thanks for all you do here and on SCS. Love checking both for inspiration!!! Happy New Year. - Lisa

Beate,

Thank you for all you do. As someone said before we all come here for you and what you do than the blog candy which is an awesome extra perk. (I don’t imagine I’ll win being so late into the shuffle, but I still wanted to let you know we all appreciate you.)

Hannah
#375

#376 What awesome blog candy!!! I hope I win!LOL Love your blog. Congrats on the hits!

377
Thanks for the chance to win a beautiful stamp set. You’re blog is great and I visit all the time.

#378 - Beautiful set of stamps; and ribbon is very nice. Beate, I love all your creations - you have been an inspiration to me with my stamping. Thanks for sharing all you do.

#379 - I absolutely love your blog. I visit it almost daily and I am always amazed at the creativity and beauty of your projects. I can truly sympathize with you on the absence of your husband (my husband is now retired AF). It is not always an easy life but we get through it and press on. My best wishes to you and your family during the next year.

A million hits is huge but with over 300 people a day looking to see your beautiful creation it had to happen. I read your blog each morning and it’s a great way to start my day thank you for all you do.

#380

#381 (I think)
I love to look at your blog and see all of your beautiful and inspiring creations! Keep them coming!

I make sure to hit your blog every day, what an inspiration! Thanks for all you do, keep up the great work.

#382

Great blog candy! Who wouldn’t love this set.
You inspire so many of us. Keep up the excellent work and thank you for sharing your creativity.

#383

I think i have to order this set! Pretty card. Nice Fresh and Fun color scheme!

Jinny L. #384

Beate, the counter says I’m 384, but Jinny L says I’m 384 — I’m really 51 though! tee hee. I think your blog is always Fresh and Fun, I’m thrilled to know someone with the spine to take time off to be with her family and I’m grateful my brother is home from Iraq! Blessings to you and yours young lady! Mary

385

#386? Thanks for your blog and all the wonderful things you share

I’m # 387. I love your blog and am always inspired by your cards. I also really appreciate your tutorials on Splitcoast Stampers - that has helped me so much. Blessings to you in the new year!

#388

I really liked the way you made your humming bird-liked the sparkle. tfs so much with us.

Bev J.

well I guess I must be 389 and probably too late but I wanted to tell you how beautiful I think your work is and how much pleasure it brings me.
Thank you

OH - 390!

Nancy

#391
Beate,
You have a wonderful blog. you are the Stamper I am most likely to CASE and I am always amazed at your talent. AND, you answer my questions when I aske them. That is amazing. I can’t believe you are apologizing for such a generous blog candy. It is great and very thoughtful of you to think of us. You do all the work. We just come to admire your creativity. I keep hoping I will absorb some!

Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!

Amy

Congrats Beate!! #392 Love your site!!

#393? I have admired your work and have drawn much inspiration from your samples.

#394

While I’m supposed to be working, I find myself checking out your blog every morning to see what new & amazing things you’ve created and am constantly amazed by your talent and willingness to share ideas (fantastic tutorials!).
Thanks so much for adding such a positive, crafty influence to my day!

Tanis
Edmonton, AB

#395 I hope I’m not too late, but thanks for the candy offer. I love all your work & tutorials on scs!

#396 Thanks for all you do. Your creations are absolutely inspiring!

#397
Thanks for sharing so much of your creativity with so many of us. I am always encouraged to try something new after I’ve read your blogs and seen your work.

#398 Thanks so much, I don’t know if I’m too late but it never hurts to try! Melinda

Beate,
thanks for sharing your boundless creativity and stamping thoughts with us, which in turn, inspires us!

post#399

Wow. . .what a lot of people checking in! So glad to see you’re back and posting your creations again. I missed seeing your things while you took your break, but can understnad how you might need one one in a awhile!
Thanks for the chance at the goodies!
post #400

at the top it says 400 comments, so I must be 401. I don’t think anyone has as many hits on a blog as you do! You know I love your style!
I would love to win this set and ribbon as I don’t have either. Thanks for the chance and never apologize for what you can’t give. I think you are very giving!!!!!

Post #402
Congratulations, Beate! I’m not surprised with your blog’s a success! This is one of the best sites around for stampers. Thank you for all you do to inspire the stamping community.
Hugs,
Pat

#403 Thank you so much for the time you put into your blog and stuff on SCS. You do a great job and many of us get to benefit from all your talent I’m SO glad you took a month off as family comes first no matter what. I’m sure you got to have some wonderful times together as a family and my prayer for you is that the year will pass very quickly for all of you. In the meantime, I’m sure it will be great fun sending your DH care packages…may be a good thing to get a thread on SCS and allow us an opportunity to send Rick a card as well…guys over there will wonder why he gets so much mail :)…just a thought. Thanks again Beate and congrats on all the hits!!

Hit #404..good to see you back..looking forward to your next Stamp Camp projects..

#405 - tina curtis —ontario, california

You always have the cutest samples…keep up the great work.

Thanks for sharing your creativity and talents. Love your blog!!

#406

#407–hopefully this is my lucky #. I love that stamp set and think it is a wonderful prize. Thanks for the opp to win and for sharing your artwork with all of us through your blog. Darlene L

Beate,
I missed you while you were gone. I enjoy reading your blog and also all your tutorials on Splitcoast. Thanks for all you do!

#409, that’s me! Beate, I just love your blog and all your tutorials. You’ve “taught” me a lot! Thanks for all of your inspiration!!
Hugs,
Joani

#410 I think I may be a little late for this, but who knows. I lvoe coming to your blog and trying all your card sketches. I am so glad you are back!!

I love your work. You have been such an insperation to me as a new stamper. Thanks for taking time to share your work.

#411, maybe???
Happy that you’re back!! I look forward to checking out your blog every morning before my kids wake up!
Thanks for all the inspiration.

Beate,
Thank you for your inspiration…your work is amazing. I know I’m too late to “win”, but I wanted to let you know you’re appreciated. Checking your blog is a highlight of my day.
Trudy

#413 Maybe? You are so wonderful. All those great tutorials and blog candy. You are too much. Thanks for everything you do for the stamping community. It is truly appreciated by many of us. Thanks for the chance to win. Happy Stampin’

#415?? I think? Love visiting your website for inspiration! I so appreciate all the time you spend on inspiring me! :0)

#416 and I think I’m too late.

Your site is very inspiring and I use the tutorials. I really appreciate it as although I’ve been “trying” to improve, my “style” and knowledge is still very new.
thanks!

I think I may be #416. I read your blog daily as I use Google Reader. Lots of great inspiration on your blog. Thank you.
Julie

What do you mean - bigger candy? That Wild Rose set is nothing to sneeze at! How much bigger can you get? You are just so sweet to offer up that beautiful stamp set and all that ribbon. I don’t come here for the blog candy - I come to drool over all your gorgeous cards and wonderful tutorials. Thanks so much, Beate!

#419 Thanks for sharing. I love that set and ribbon. Congrats on your hits! Wowser!!!!
Kelly
ksun_1999@yahoo.com

WOW!! Over a million hits! That’s great, love all of your inspiration!

421? Ithink…
Congrats on your blog success. I love the daily eye candy, never mind the blog candy! Between here and SCS you inspire me with your creativity. It is us who should thank you!
Diane

1.1 million OMG that is truly amazing. Thanks for giving us the MOJO to create.

Linda Webb

Sorry forgot to post # 422 and 423. Thanks again.

424 I just wanted to say congratulations. Love your site. HOpe you enjoyed the time away!

Post #425…..Love your Blob. I’ve been lurking for months and always appreciate your fabulous work. You Rock!!

I think I’m #426. Thank you for all your wonderful inspiration. I’m a new blog hopper and you are at the top of my list!

Well look at me lucky 427! lol… You are so awesome and such a wonderful woman who comes and post even when things are going about in your life. So I thank you just for that because I know for one am too exicted when I know you have a new post up. (((HUGS)) to you darling.

number 428 here. I love your blog, whether you give blog candy or not. You are such an inspiration to all of us. Thank you for all that you do.

#428 - Great blog. Thanks for sharing your amazing creativity with the rest of us.

#429

Thanks so much for all the sharing of your work with us. I always enjoy seeing what you have created next in the hope that maybe someof you talent will rub off on me.

Thanks for the chance to win such awesome blog candy.

dragonflydreams@bigpond.com

Glad you enjoyed your time off with family. It is well deserved. Very nice blog candy! Would be most happy to win it!

431 - I forgot to add my number. so disregard number 430!

OOOOH! Blog candy, how fun! I hope you are all refreshed from your hiatus. My number should be 432. Thanks.

I think I am #434..sounds like a lucky number to me - your blog is so wonderful - so relaxing and humorous and you are so talented! I also watch the Ask Beate on SCS…it’s great! Thank you for all you do - God bless- Debbie

I enjoy your blog and look forward to seeing what wonderful creation you have made. I am always awed by your creativity. Keep up the good work. There are a lot of us out here who enjoy seeing your talent. I believe I am Poster 435.

#436. Egad that’s a lot! You know we love you!

I do not visit any blog for the blog candy, but it is a nice added bonus! You are really the reason why I subscribe to your blog. You are so genuine, and I love your style! Can’t wait to meet you some day!

438: WOW!! You rock!! Thanks for all your creations!

439 here! Love that stamp set you are giving away! I subscribe to your blog and good inspiration comes my way! Love everything you make and thank u!

#440 ? Love your blog. You have unique syle.Thanks’ for the chance.

I love your blog . You have some wonderful projects.I usually do not reply but these stamps are one of my favorite, I know my chances of winning are not good ,but here goes. thank you dianne bell

THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT INSPIRATION AND CHALLENGES. YOU’RE A WONDERFUL STAMPER. THANKS FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN BLOG CANDY! WE LOVE FREEBIES BUT LOVE YOUR WORK MORE!!

FORGOT………..I WAS 442!

I have lusted for that stamp set for a long time. You would really make my day if I won. Thanks for offering and sign me up!

Thanks,
Sandi

Sorry I missed the number thing…..I’m number 443!

# 444.
Love the almost daily email updates I get, and because of you I love, love, love my All in a Row set and am overcoming my fear of using it! Thanks for all the great tutorials and being such a source of inspiration,
Karen

Love your blog Beate…glad you are back with us but definitely understand the need to spend time with your family…looking forward to seeing more of your beautiful work. deidrelm@hotmai.com

Post #446
I enjoy your blog so much! Too many beautiful cards to count ;^)

I’m glad you enjoyed your time off from blogging but as you well know we all missed you. You continue to inspire me. THANKS!

Posted before I was done. I’m post number 447

#448 Thanks for all you do at SCS

Beate:

I wished I could just pick your brain, How do you come up with such wonderful and beautiful ideas. You should write a book, cause I sure would buy it.

This is my first time ever posting to your webiste, I can’t tell you how you inspire me.

Have a bless day!!

-Melissa Damon
Bridgeport, NY
Post Number 4501

Well, not sure what number I am. The post above me appears to have skipped #449, but put her number as #4501? I will assume I am number #450, and the random drawing gods will be smiling on that number! I had just started to remember to check your weekend challenge when you took time off, but it was definitely the right thing for you to do… family comes first! Glad to have you back, and wish I wasn’t swamped with things at work right now, or I’d be doing the challenge today! Thanks for all you do, Beate! Your counter shows it… you are definitely a huge inspiration to many!

Tammy #450

I know I’m late but I wanted to CONGRATULATE you for those tons of hits! Obviously, we’re all getting blessed with YOU and your blog. Thanks so much.

Hi Beate,

Post #452
Your work is inspirational. Thanks for the chance to win blog candy too :-).

Sam

I love your blog!

#453

#457

Great blog candy and congrats on the number of views/hits.

#458

Wow, I love your site, love your creative talent and you are a great inspiration. This is my very first time to comment on a blog. Congrats on all the views to your blog.

Hi! I’ve been stamping for 3 years now, but new to these blogs. Yours is one of my favorites. You are amazing at what you do and very inspirational. I now have a new addiction, your blog!!

Thank you for inspiring me.

HELLO,

I JUST WANTED TO THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU POST ON SPLITCOAST. I BECAME AN SU DEMO IN JUNE AND HAVE RELIED HEAVILY ON SCS FOR IDEAS AND SUPPORT. I ALWAYS SEE YOUR NAME AND WANTED TO PERSONALLY THANK YOU FOR YOUR TALENTS.

SORRY, I FOROT TO POST THE NUMBER!!! #460

#461. You have the greatest ideas and I always look through your site first for ideas.

This is great. I wanted you to know that I am sooo impressed with the cards you make and the inspiration you give to so many people/demonstrators with your challenges, etc. I have “copied” so many of your cards for my classes and for personal use. They are always so very professional looking and that’s what I want things to look like for my customers. I haven’t had much creative blood in my body, but since working with your ideas, etc. I have done some amazing things for me, like winning our stamp group swaps. This is such an amazing “job” and I love every minute of it and the help, encouragement and samples you provide.
thanks,
Janet

#463 I just found your site and I think its wonderful. I was a stamper many years ago and have kind of gotten out of it. But reading these blogs - I am right back in again!! Thanks for the inspiration

#465
I love your blog! Evden though I knew you were taking a break I still checked - just in case you had something new or just to look over your older posts - see something new each time I do check it out! You have so many great ideas and tutorials - thanks for sharing!

So glad that you are who you are. You make crafting so much more. You have the best ideas and I just love checking out the site often to see what else you’ve done. Thank you

#467 yay!! blog candy! Thank you! I love your website and have cased almost everything so far! Love ya! Letty

#468 says thanks for inspiration. You amaze me with your talent.