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December 6, 2013

Our Minted Christmas Cards and a $100 Giveaway!

Oh how we wish.  How we wish we could send EACH ONE  OF YOU a Christmas card, because you are our friends and we’d love to share with you how much has happened in our lives this year and how much our children have grown.  We’d tell you how much you mean to us and how YOU have changed our lives so much by following along with us here At The Picket Fence.

Minted Christmas Card Giveaway

But we love that we can wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year right here on the blog by sharing virtual cards with you, and you all get to be first! The first to see our beautiful Minted Christmas Cards this year!

Minted giveaway graphic

Today we’re also giving away a $100 Credit to Minted where you will find the most amazing selection of printed pieces for celebrating every special occasion in your life.

One of the things we love most about this company is their desire to showcase the talent of artists and designers from around the world and to provide a uniquely personal shopping experience. These aren’t your ordinary cards and invitations folks!

Minted Christmas Cards Giveaway 2013

Not only is everything printed on the highest paper quality, you also have the option of customizing your pieces in unique formats and ways we had never experienced elsewhere.

The possibilities are truly endless when it comes to choosing your Christmas Cards. From Foil-Stamped Holiday Cards to Christmas Postcards to Petite Holiday Cards there are so many options for sending holiday wishes to your family and friends.

We both decided to go with the tried and true Photo Cards this year. But these are no ordinary photo cards!

Take a look at how many options you have when you go to place your order:

Minted Cards Giveaway 2013

One of our favorite things is the ability to upload an image and actually see it in the cards as you are deciding on your favorite one! It really helps you visualize how your photo will look and saves a ton of time!

We also loved the ability to input our recipient addresses and have Minted print them on the envelopes….for free! Talk about a timesaver!

Minted Christmas Card Giveaway 2013 2

Once you have created your card or invitation and uploaded your address, Minted will take customer service a step further by sending you a proof to approve before your cards are printed! That way you can avoid those spelling errors that seem to always slip their way in there…grin!

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We love the ability to have the back printed with a letter or photos or a letter and photos! The choices are endless! Here’s an up close look at our cards that we chose this year.  We love how they reflect our individual style and are cohesive with our family photos:

 VANESSA’S CARDS

minted front

 

minted back

 

HEATHER’S CARD

Minted Christmas Card 2013

Back of Christmas Card 2013

And when they arrive in the mail, well, you will definitely feel as though you are opening an early Christmas present! We want to take a moment to say a very special thank you to Barb and Pat for the attention they gave our cards.

Minted Christmas card

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Minted Christmas Cards

Now, how would you like the chance to experience the Minted products first-hand? Enter to win the $100 Credit!

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and stay tuned because we have a few more awesome giveaways coming up for you over the next few days!! It’s better to give than receive after all, right? And we absolutely LOVE to be able to give things away to our At the Picket Fence friends!

 

Oh, and one more thing! Today Heather is sharing how to make this fun Candy Cane Wreath

How to make a candy cane wreath from atthepicketfence.com

as part of the Open House series on 11 Magnolia Lane.

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We hope you will stop by and check it out!

 

See you back here soon!

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  1. Teresa S says

    December 6, 2013 at 5:07 AM

    I would get photo art and make moving announcements.

    Reply
  2. jessica @fourgenerationsoneroof says

    December 6, 2013 at 5:45 AM

    That is the BEST packaging ever!!! Beautiful Christmas cards 🙂

    Reply
  3. Debi says

    December 6, 2013 at 6:04 AM

    Thank you cards

    Reply
  4. Laura says

    December 6, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    I would make Christmas cards!

    Reply
  5. Amber W says

    December 6, 2013 at 6:24 AM

    Love Minted!! I would purchase thank you cards for my upcoming baby shower and place another order of Christmas cards since I thought of 20 more people to send them to after I had already ordered them! Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  6. Lisa S says

    December 6, 2013 at 6:53 AM

    So beautiful

    Reply
  7. Stotrmie says

    December 6, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    I would make Christmas Cards for all of our friends and family that live far away! This would be so much fun!

    Reply
  8. TidyMom says

    December 6, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    i was just on the Minted site this morning ooooh over a few card designs!

    Reply
  9. lesley says

    December 6, 2013 at 7:17 AM

    definitely on journals and stationery sets for myself!

    Reply
  10. Chelle says

    December 6, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    That is fabulous! Love all the options, details, and that quality.

    Reply
  11. Vicki Shead says

    December 6, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    I would make Happy New Year cards, because I can never get to the Christmas card chore with everything else on my place. I love that they send them out for FREE!

    Reply
  12. Thistle says

    December 6, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    Seriously….you know how much I love this company! 🙂 They have some of the most creative designs and both of your cards are amazing! I would totally order stationary for me. 🙂

    Happy day rock stars!
    karianne

    Reply
  13. Pamela G says

    December 6, 2013 at 7:53 AM

    Your cards are beautiful! Merry Christmas to you and your families…

    Reply
  14. Christy @ 11 Magnolia Lane says

    December 6, 2013 at 7:55 AM

    I would actually order Christmas cards if I won, because I have been a total slacker the last few years and have been sending out (gasp!) email greetings! I know…

    Reply
  15. Amanda says

    December 6, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    cards, stationery, calendar….the works! Their stuff looks awesome!Neat giveaway!

    Reply
  16. Julia G. says

    December 6, 2013 at 8:09 AM

    Thank you for the Christmas cards of your families! The cards are beautiful and many options to choose from.

    Reply
  17. Olivia Rubin says

    December 6, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    Love the Brushed Gold holiday card along with their journals. Great giveaway….and how is that young lady only in the 8th grade! Looks so much older.

    Reply
  18. Amy says

    December 6, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    I love so many of the things Minted offers but would try my hand at creating a Christmas Card. I still send the traditional ones out. What a beautiful card you created, with a beautiful message.
    -Amy (amyanddarin@rodarunner.com)

    Reply
  19. Mia says

    December 6, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    Love the cards, Ladies! I would make fancy-pants birthday invites for my kiddos’ parties this upcoming year, were I to win. 🙂

    Reply
  20. Pam Ballard says

    December 6, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    I would love to win this. I have a beautiful granddaughter! I would use her photo’s and surprise her mama with something beautiful. Thanks for the chance.

    Reply
  21. Tami says

    December 6, 2013 at 9:31 AM

    What beautiful cards! I love how personal they are. Excited to have a chance to win!

    Reply
  22. kristin says

    December 6, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    Love your cards and I love minted. Last year for the first time ever I didn’t get my cards out, this would be a life saver 🙂

    Reply
  23. Meg S says

    December 6, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    I would buy invitations for the bridal shower I have to plan next year!

    Reply
  24. Erin K. says

    December 6, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    I would definitely buy our New Years cards and then I would use the rest of it to decorate our new home with Minted room decor. I never realized how expensive it can be to decorate a home. We had been living in little apartments for so long and now we have this amazing house with nothing in it!

    Reply
  25. Eryn says

    December 6, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    Love your cards, I think I’d have a hard time choosing!

    Reply
  26. Leslie Kiley says

    December 6, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    Cards and goodies for gifts! Love your personal style so much

    Reply
  27. Eva says

    December 6, 2013 at 11:56 AM

    I love mint’s card selection! I could really use some new “Thank You” cards 🙂

    Reply
  28. Melissa says

    December 6, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    I love everything on minted’s site but i would use it for my wedding invitations!

    Reply
  29. Jennifer H. says

    December 6, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    Card! 🙂

    Reply
  30. Kylara says

    December 6, 2013 at 3:15 PM

    If I was to win, I would love to order some of the stationary sets for both personal and blog related. I love this and am bookmarking this for future reference. I cannot wait to get some of their products. Thank you for the giveaway and good luck to all. Happy Holidays.

    Reply
  31. TX JennyWren says

    December 6, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Heather, those cards are beautiful – both yours and your sisters!! AND you are looking so good, girl!! I used your inspiration and also joined and have lost 30 lbs so far. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the weight loss situation. It certainly helped me!!

    I would LOVE to win some Christmas cards to mail out.

    Happy Holidays to you and your family.
    TXJennyWren (Jennifer)

    Reply
    • Heather says

      December 6, 2013 at 6:58 PM

      Thank you Jenny! It means so much to know I’ve inspired someone else to get healthy! Keep me updated on how you are doing or let me know if you need a little extra encouragement! Heather

      Reply
  32. Julianne says

    December 6, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    The Sweet Delivery Personalized Wrapping Paper!! So fun!!

    Reply
  33. Gayle says

    December 6, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Heather, you look great! Your weight loss has been fantastic!

    Reply
    • Heather says

      December 6, 2013 at 6:57 PM

      thank you Gayle! That means so much to me. 🙂 I’ll be posting an update soon!

      Heather

      Reply
  34. Jennifer @ Celebrating Everyday Life says

    December 6, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    What beautiful cards! I love the designs and all the extras on their site that make the whole process easier. Hooray!! Thanks for sharing and giving us a chance to join in the fun with our own cards! ~Hugs!!

    Reply
  35. Susan H. says

    December 6, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    I would order Christmas cards. Thanks.

    Reply
  36. Karen says

    December 6, 2013 at 9:10 PM

    Love the beautiful cards– and I hope you all have a blessed Christmas season!

    Reply
  37. Kelly H. says

    December 6, 2013 at 9:47 PM

    I would make Christmas cards and thank you cards!

    Reply
  38. martha says

    December 6, 2013 at 10:03 PM

    I would make calenders,and event cards for major announcments …TY

    Reply
  39. Mere says

    December 6, 2013 at 11:14 PM

    I love their cards!!! so pretty I also think the calendars are beautiful.
    Thanks for the chance!!!

    Reply
  40. Bonnie @ Uncommon Designs says

    December 7, 2013 at 5:07 AM

    Such incredible designs! Love all the cards and thank you notes!

    Reply
  41. Amanda Buccieri says

    December 7, 2013 at 5:27 AM

    Birth Announcements!!!

    Reply
  42. jo wyrosdick says

    December 7, 2013 at 6:11 AM

    Lovely cards, I would do Christmas cards.

    Reply
  43. chrissi says

    December 7, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    Loving your cards. Minted has really helped me find easy gifts this year!

    Reply
  44. Laura Anne says

    December 7, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    I would apply it towards the Just My Type wedding invitations.

    Reply
  45. Kristen says

    December 7, 2013 at 2:35 PM

    I’d order the Holiday Map cards.

    Reply
  46. Marie Palmer says

    December 7, 2013 at 2:49 PM

    Beautiful website. Glad I found it!

    Reply
  47. Allison says

    December 7, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    I really like Minted! I’m thinking about using them for my save-the-date cards.

    Reply
  48. Sandy says

    December 7, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    I would love to use my grand children’s pictures and make calendars for gifts.

    Reply
  49. Julie says

    December 8, 2013 at 3:25 AM

    https://www.minted.com/product/holiday-photo-cards/MIN-X36-HYC/hand-painted-branches?ccId=116809&agI=0&org=title

    Reply
  50. Kim Curtis says

    December 8, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    I love all of the products! Wow! I would chose calendars they make wonderful gifts. Thanks for a wonderful blog post and your family is just beautiful, Happy Holidays to you as well.

    Reply
  51. Maryanne says

    December 9, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    Very cute cards. Minted does have a fun selection! Great post.

    Reply
  52. Sean C says

    December 9, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    I’d choose Thank You cards.

    Reply
  53. Alina says

    December 9, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    A stationery set for myself for Christmas.

    Reply
  54. Bethany says

    December 9, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    I’ve got wedding on my brain – so I would use my credit towards destination wedding minibook invites! So cute and practical!

    Reply
  55. brynne says

    December 9, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    I’m obsessed with: https://www.minted.com/product/foil-pressed-holiday-cards/MIN-LQ4-HFS/new-adventures

    It’s perfect since we just moved and have a little one on the way! Also, I LOVE Oscar&Emma!

    Reply
  56. rachel says

    December 9, 2013 at 7:41 PM

    I would get nursery artwork.

    Reply
  57. Laura Lane says

    December 10, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    Maybe some calendars

    Reply
  58. Kim says

    December 10, 2013 at 12:08 PM

    Love the cards!!

    Reply
  59. Leah says

    December 10, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    I would order stationary!

    Reply
  60. Katie says

    December 10, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    I would order Christmas/ My first home cards! I also love the new Pet Holidays line.

    Reply
  61. Sarah E says

    December 10, 2013 at 9:00 PM

    Would love to use them for my save the dates! All of the designed are gorgeous, but I love ‘the happy couple’ the most.

    Reply
  62. Jefferson says

    December 23, 2013 at 2:57 AM

    Wow, that’s what I was looking for, what a information! existing
    here at this website, thanks admin of this web site.

    Reply

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