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Cartas de Amor (Love Letters)

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Hello everyone! I know it's Saturday & don't I normally don't post on weekend, but I've been working on this wonderful project for several weeks now. I'm exhausted!  However, being that it's February & almost Valentine's Day - the word LOVE has been constantly on my mind. 

A few weeks ago, I created 'Cartas de Amor', which means "Love Letters" in Spanish. It's a collection of personal love letters from 18 bloggers, including myself. In addition, there's a whole bunch of gift ideas, delicious desserts & more! The reason I decided to do it in a magazine format was because I really felt it would look much better than in a blog post. 

I hope you'll enjoy it & tweet about it, add it to Facebook & share it with others.
 
My guy has always been a ROMANTIC throughout our relationship & so I wanted to capture the idea of what LOVE was for other people. There's something special about a handwritten note that far outweighs any email - taking the time write on a piece of paper is refreshing. It's truly an act of love to write a love letter. In fact most of the great poets did it this way.

It is such a blessing to have all these women share LOVE letters with all of us!  Cartas De Amor is now live!!!! Please take a look here.

Please feel free to BLOG about it & if you do, let me know! I will re-tweet your post to my followers! Thanks!
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46 comments

  1. MadeByHindFebruary 09, 2013

    Wow this is awesome! great creative way. I loved what you have done with those letters. You are an unlimited inspiration for me Jen <3

    http://hind-toufga.blogspot.se/

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  2. UnknownFebruary 09, 2013

    What can I say...awesome concept, inspiring and really gorgeous. Thanks so much to all of you who shared something so private and intimate. Love is a strong word and Jen - you show it in all your work too, so thank you for sharing and creating. Magical --- Donna xx

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  3. SharonFebruary 09, 2013

    Wow, Jen! What an inspiring collection you put together. I may have to go write a love note right now!

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  4. Mostly LisaFebruary 09, 2013

    This is such a lovely idea. So romantic and creative. :D

    Always,
    Mostly Lisa

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  5. RosamaposeFebruary 09, 2013

    This is so amazing, thank you for sharing!

    xx
    Rose
    Blonde in this City

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  6. UnknownFebruary 09, 2013

    So honoured to be apart of this Jen! Thank you again for including me, so grateful.

    Blessings,
    Stephanie

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  7. AmbsFebruary 10, 2013

    I love this Jen, you are just so creative! I have never seen anything like it and everything from the unique content to the fun design are fantastic. I totally understand what you mean when you say you love "love." :) I so really appreciate your openness with all of us readers! Thanks for putting me in a great mood!

    Happy Valentine's Day to you!!

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  8. Albertina M. CisnerosFebruary 10, 2013

    What a lovely idea!! I loved reading through the letters and getting a better sense of some of the bloggers I follow. So romantic. You are so inspired Jen!

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  9. kimFebruary 10, 2013

    Oh wow this is so awesome! I loved it! I'm thinking you should do something for every occasion like this! Such a creative way to fuse everything that you love together!

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  10. IsabelinhaFebruary 10, 2013

    Hi Jen! In spanish and in Portuguese is the Same! :)
    Happy Valentine´s Day from Portugal.

    www.isabelpiresdelima.blogspot.com

    Isabel (Interior Designer)
    xoxo

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  11. Truly BlogFebruary 10, 2013

    This is so completely fabulous. I love the creativity. I wasn't even aware that this could be done until now. Truly an inspiration.

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  12. Tiffany LeighFebruary 10, 2013

    Such a beautiful idea Jen! You're right that there is something so nice about a handwritten note.
    Loving love letter!
    xo Tiffany

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  13. Julie Richard - Shelter February 10, 2013

    This is wonderful Jen!!! Amazing job...Romantic and inspiring. I hope to find a guy like that someday. ;)

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  14. UnknownFebruary 10, 2013

    those letters are truly beautiful and moving, thanks for sharing them!! And the magazine looks great!! xoxo

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  15. Amanda February 10, 2013

    What a brilliant idea Jen! I LOVE it!!! I really need to start finding all our love notes and compile them into a mini book ;)

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  16. The Purse-a-holicFebruary 10, 2013

    This is so amazing Jen, love it!

    http://girlsnextbestfriend.blogspot.com

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  17. AniFebruary 10, 2013

    This is amazing!! Such a great idea. Perfect for Valentines day. I really loved reading through the collection

    xx Ani
    catchtwentyone.blogspot.com

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  18. JaraFebruary 10, 2013

    What a fun and precious project! I have a box my hubby made me sometime 17 years ago full of love letters he wrote to me when we were dating! Precious memories!!!

    So inspiring for Valentine's Day!!!

    Thanks!

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  19. JaraFebruary 10, 2013

    What a fun and precious project! I have a box my hubby made me sometime 17 years ago full of love letters he wrote to me when we were dating! Precious memories!!!

    So inspiring for Valentine's Day!!!

    Thanks!

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  20. JaraFebruary 10, 2013

    What a fun and precious project! I have a box my hubby made me sometime 17 years ago full of love letters he wrote to me when we were dating! Precious memories!!!

    So inspiring for Valentine's Day!!!

    Thanks!

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  21. PearlFebruary 11, 2013

    THis is so cute! Thank you so much for including me in there! I cant wait to blog about it and post about it!
    So adorable! Love reading all the other love letters!
    xoxo,
    Olga

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  22. PearlFebruary 11, 2013

    THis is so cute! Thank you so much for including me in there! I cant wait to blog about it and post about it!
    So adorable! Love reading all the other love letters!
    xoxo,
    Olga

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  23. anna | Today I like BlogFebruary 11, 2013

    Jen, qué idea más bonita! it is such a nice idea! I loved it. Thanks again. not all of us are so lucky to have such a great love in our lives, but who knows, someday...

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  24. JujuFebruary 11, 2013

    great job!! hope you do this every year!

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  25. vicki archerFebruary 11, 2013

    These love letters are a really lovely idea, very creative and romantic, I loved reading them all... xv

    http://vickiarcher.com

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  26. (Eileen) a creative dayFebruary 11, 2013

    Loved being a part Jen! Just blogged about it :-)

    xoxo
    eileen
    www.acreativedayblog.com

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  27. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013

    This is fabulous! Amazing job. Thank you for bringing the love letter back:)

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  28. Nina L-MFebruary 11, 2013

    This is so beautiful and heartwarming. I love handwritten notes - my husband actually proposed with a love note! Thanks for sharing xx

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2013

    What a creative way to share your private and loving moments, Jen! You are such an inspiration! Xx

    Pink Carnations

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  30. Jen of MadeByGirlFebruary 11, 2013

    Ladies - thank you all for the support - im so elated to hear you like it!! xoxox

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  31. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013

    Thank you for including me and my wee one!

    I'm a little slow this morning having just gotten back in town, but I did just launch a post: http://smallshopstudio.com/2013/02/11/cartas-de-amor-best-valentines-ever/

    xoxo

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  32. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013

    Jen, this is just beautiful work! I'm going to share on twitter/facebook right now. Wishing you a very happy week of love,

    xo Mary Jo

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  33. UnknownFebruary 11, 2013

    Can you make this into a coffee table book?

    I'd totally buy it!

    xo
    www.carlyonqueue.blogspot.com

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  34. Erika WardFebruary 11, 2013

    I love this series dedicated to the lover in you! Thanks for including me and my guy Jen! We celebrate love year 'round.

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  35. Marcela BarrazaFebruary 11, 2013

    This is so awesome! I had the most beautiful note from my husband that said "casate conmigo" (marry me?).
    I treasured it and carried with me every single day in my wallet. Sadly I was stolen and my note was gone :(
    I always regret not framing it. But still it's my heart!
    xo,
    Marcela
    http://tucasablogonline.blogspot.com

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  36. Jen of MadeByGirlFebruary 11, 2013

    @MARCELA: oh! so sorry to hear that! My husband did the same thing, but I framed it right away....luckily.

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  37. TestFebruary 11, 2013

    What an amazing idea!!! I wish I could've been part of it... Going to read them now!

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  38. PURAFebruary 12, 2013

    Cartas de amor - is a wonderful idea, full of creativity.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Blessings from Spain.

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  39. PURAFebruary 12, 2013

    Cartas de amor - is a wonderful idea, full of creativity.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Blessings from Spain.

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  40. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2013

    Beautiful! Cheers to love!

    www.adrisworld.com

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  41. Fabianna (H.Finn Jewelry)February 12, 2013

    It turned out so beautifully!! I love all the styling, the colors, the layout, and of course, the love notes. This brought a smile to my face on a dreary Tuesday morning :)

    http://www.etsy.com/shop/HFinnJewelry

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  42. waitingonmarthaFebruary 13, 2013

    This is SO fantastic! Thank you for sharing!! xoxo

    Mandy aka Waiting On Martha
    www.waitingonmartha.com

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  43. awellsFebruary 14, 2013

    What a great post. I blogged about it today. It also inspired my love letter for my husband. Thanks Jen!

    alplovesdesign.blogspot.com

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  44. awellsFebruary 14, 2013

    What a great post. I blogged about it today. It also inspired my love letter for my husband. Thanks Jen!

    alplovesdesign.blogspot.com

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  45. UnknownFebruary 14, 2013

    Happy Valentine's Jen! What a lovely way to inspire others above giving and receiving love...Absolutely so excited to post it today on my blog. Good Luck on the mag too!!

    Handan from Haken's Place

    http://lifeasarts.blogspot.com/

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  46. Apt. #34February 16, 2013

    Darling - I just saw this! Such a precious idea. Seriously sweet and makes me want to run and right a hand written note to my own beloved.

    I'd love to connect when I'm in NYC next month. Let's be in touch!!!

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