My 50th Birthday

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My 50th Birthday

FromBewitched Crafts with Tracy Miller

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Oct 25, 2022

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My friends treated me to an incredible birthday celebration! I'm sharing about my day and hoping it will inspire you to try something new and get in front of the camera.

Released:

Oct 25, 2022

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Podcast episode

Titles in the series (97)

This podcast features content for paper crafters, card makers, stampers and scrapbookers while exploring many aspects of a creative lifestyle.

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My 50th Birthday

My 50th Birthday

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