Getting Cricky "Snow Much Fun" Blog Hop

Welcome to the "Snow Much Fun" Getting Cricky Blog Hop!!

We're so happy you could join us for this month's Getting Cricky Design Team Blog Hop!!  In addition to Kristal and the Senior Design Team, we look forward to introducing you to the rest of our NEW Junior Design Team (be sure to visit Kristal's Blog to see ALL of our "new additions"!!)...  Each of us, along with our Special Guest - Patty from "Creative Diva", are so pleased to have you here with us!!  Throughout the hop, you'll see NEW ideas for creating cards and projects with Kristal's stamps sets!!

If you've hopped along from my super-fun-and-creative-DT-sister, Ildi, then you are in the right place!! If you are just joining me from your dashboard, or reading this via email, please be sure to CLICK HERE to start at the beginning with Kristal's blog (you'll want to catch up on all the FUN!!)...

Each of Kristal's stamp sets benefit charity. At least $1 per stamp set goes to benefit the charity noted on the stamp set package. Kristal is donating to the following charities: Cancer Angels, Storefront Shelter for Homeless Children, Intrepid & Fallen Heroes, E. Glaser Pediatric AIDS  Foundation, Doorways Shelter for Women & Children (Domestic Violence), Wayside House for Women, Camp Good Days & Special Times, Adopt a Classroom, and Autism Research Institute. Kristal will donate $1 for every stamp set sold, retail or wholesale to the charity noted; and over time believes this will add up to some wonderful miracles for these special people. So you can feel good that each time you purchase a K Andrew Designs art stamp set, someone around the country is receiving some good help!

K Andrew's stamps are all made and assembled here in the USA, which is very important to Kristal. This ensures all product materials are safe and that jobs are being provided and maintained here in America.  You can learn even more about Kristal's stamps (and pick some up for yourself) by visiting her online store: K Andrew Designs:



Kristal's stamp sets are perfect for cards, layouts, and so much more...

For my project, I'm featuring:

Winter Wishes


I recently learned how to make these SUPER FUN and FABULOUS snowflakes from my friend, Ashley (thank you, Ashley!!)...  Since I wanted it to be a FESTIVE decoration to hang in a window or around the house, I decided to use Three Bugs In A Rug "Stockings" paper from the Deck The Halls line...  I love the purple on the backside (and that you really can't see the stockings when the paper is cut).

Wouldn't these look AWESOME hanging in windows in all different sizes???

I just love how delicate they look (and no two will be exactly the same!!)...

I made this snowflake (and a few others too) while watching Christmas movies on the Hallmark Channel...  Don't ya just love Christmas movies???

If you would like the full instructions on how to make these snowflakes, be sure to sign up for my email updates (enter and CONFIRM your email in the box at the top of this page) as I will work on a template/tutorial for how to make these in the coming weeks -- It's such a GREAT project for kids to make -- especially if it ever actually DOES snow (60 in December???  Who knew???)...

Now you can hop on over to your next stop: The Fabulous Scrapping Mamma -- DEB!! ......

Let's Talk Turkey Blog Hop -- DAY TWO & Getting Cricky Simply Sunday Challenge: Gobble Wobble 12x24 Layout :)

 Welcome to DAY TWO of the "Let's Talk Turkey" Blog Hop and.....  The Getting Cricky Simply Sunday Challenge!!

I'm super pumped that you're back for DAY TWO to enjoy some more TURKEY-FIED creations by some friends and me!!  If you missed DAY ONE of the hop, be sure to CLICK HERE for maximum ideas, maximum FUN, and maximum chances to WIN!! I have some SUPER prizes for a few hoppers, so be sure to check out all of those details below!!

The HOP STARTS HERE, so you have arrived at the perfect spot in the Turkey Coop!! If you are just popping in to visit, be sure to continue through the hop when you've finished here -- we've got so much Gobble-Gobble-Goodness that you'll definitely want to check out!! :)

For my project today I have created.....

A two-page (12x24) layout for our Annual Thanksgiving Day "Gobble Wobble 5k!!  The-Boy-Child has participated in this FUN event the longest...  Then he convinced The-Girl-Child to run with him too...  And last year we all participated in the RAIN and COLD!!  This year we're hoping for a warm and sunny morning!!  It's always fun to see the costumes that some people will wear for this event (there's a prize for the best Turkey Costume!!)....

The title for the page was cut from the Robotz Cricut Cartrige (font and shadow features) at 2" from Tangerine Core-dinations paper and Grenadine Bazzille Paper.  The background paper is from the Reminisce Harvest Paper Line.  Isn't that turkey paper so much FUN???

I used the new We R Memory Keepers "Sew Ribbon" tool to punch the ribbon slots on the corner fold and for the strips behind the title...  I'm just LOVIN' this tool!!  It makes lacing ribbon or paper strips super quick and easy!! :)  Tucked in the pocket of the layout you'll see one of the "Thankful" tags that I made for each of us to jot down what we are thankful for on the morning of the run...  I stamped the "Thankful" with the Fall-O-Ween Stamp Art Set from K Andrew Designs...  Isn't that a neat way to remember what was important that morning?

My photo mats on the left 12x12 layout are adhered on only three sides so that I could place a "Thankful" journal tag behind each picture...  This was such a fun layout to create, and I'm really looking forward to adding our photos after Thursday!!  Here's hoping the rain stays away -- That'll be the FIRST thing I add to MY thankful tag!! :)

I hope you've enjoyed my layout today...  And I hope you'll continue along to the rest of the Turkey Hop!! :)  There's a whole bunch of Turkey FUN for you to see!! :)  Before I send you on your way, please remember that TODAY is the start of a BRAND NEW 2-week challenge over at Getting Cricky!!  All you need to do is create a card, layout, or project that shows us what YOU are thankful for (in case I didn't mention, I'm thankful to be able to participate in the "Gobble Wobble" with my kiddos this year!!  I'm really looking forward to it!!)...  Be sure to CLICK HERE for all the details AND to link up your "Thankful" project!! :)

I have Blog Candy for a few lucky winners this weekend!!  I will be sending ONE person who comments on all of Day One's participants a pack of paper and embellishments...  I will also send ONE person who comments on all of Day Two's participants a pack of paper and embellishments...  However, I will draw ONE WINNER for the GRAND PRIZE!!  The GRAND PRIZE WINNER will receive one of the FABULOUS new "Sew Ribbon" Tools, a paper pack, an embellishment pack, and a surprise pack of goodies (total value of this pack is approx. $50)!!  Be sure to comment on each of yesterday's AND today's posts so that you're eligible to WIN!! :)

Thank you again for visiting, for the next stop in the Turkey Coop, please hop to: Shawnee!!

Here's a list of the entire hop for DAY TWO... Be sure to follow along from here so you don't miss anyone!! :)

1. Amy  You are HERE now!! :) 

2. Shawnee   Go here NEXT!! :)

3. Anita

4. Ashley

5. Linda

6. Colleen

7. Rhonda

8. April

9. Michelle

10. Kristy

11. Sher

12. Robin

13. Melissa

14. Jamie

15. Janet

16. Jessica

17. Nancy 

Until next time,

Let's Talk Turkey Blog Hop -- DAY ONE: Thankful for You Card :)

 Welcome to DAY ONE of the "Let's Talk Turkey" Blog Hop!!

I'm so excited that you could join some friends and me for this WONDERFUL two-day hop!! Please be sure to visit BOTH days for maximum ideas, maximum FUN, and maximum chances to WIN!! I have some SUPER prizes for a few hoppers, so be sure to check out all of those details below!!

The HOP STARTS HERE, so you have arrived at the perfect spot in the Turkey Coop!! If you are just popping in to visit, you are starting at the beginning -- we've got a bunch of Gobble-Gobble-Goodness -- you'll want to continue right along for this hop as you won't want to miss out on any of the FUN!!

For my project I have created.....

A fun TURKEY card perfect for the season!! :)  I borrowed the turkey stamp from a friend (and can't remember the name of the stamp company at the moment)...  I added just a touch of watercolor pencils for a tiny touch of color...

I also added some of my very-most-favorite Crickle Ribbon from 3 Girl JAM (great quality ribbon at EXCELLENT prices!!  Please check it out!!)...  I love how easy this ribbon is to work with -- Just a line of adhesive and clustering this ribbon turns out AWESOME!! :)

Some Kaiser Bling brightens of the look of the card and stands a contrast to the Tim Holtz walnut stain that I used on the edges of the torn paper and to darken the embossing on the brown background...

And there ya have it!!  I hope you've enjoyed my card today and are inspired to make one of your own AND continue along the rest of the Turkey Hop!! :)  There's a whole bunch of Turkey Talk for you to see!! :)

Of course I will have Blog Candy for a few lucky winners this weekend!!  Be sure to comment on each of today's posts AND come back tomorrow for all the FABULOUS details of what you could WIN!! :)

Thank you again for visiting, for the next stop in the Turkey Coop, please hop to: Shawnee!!

Here's a list of the entire hop... Be sure to follow along from here so you don't miss anyone!! :)

1. Amy  You are HERE now!! :) 

2. Shawnee   Go here NEXT!! :)

3. Anita

4. Ashley

5. Linda

6. Colleen

7. Rhonda

8. Theresa

9. April

10. Michelle

11. Kristy

12. Sher

13. Robin

14. Melissa

15. Jamie

16. Janet

17. Jessica

18. Nancy 

Until next time,

Thankful Hearts Blog Hop -- A Candle to Warm Your Heart.... :)

Welcome to the Thankful Hearts Blog Hop!!

We want to share "what makes our heart happy" and thankful today. It is time to reflect and remember that the first Thanksgiving was celebrated to give thanks to God for a bountiful Harvest. Our Harvest is our lives. We are expressing our Thanks from our hearts to God and the people who have come into our lives whether they be family or friends...

If you've hopped over from Susan , then you are in the PERFECT spot!!  If you've just joined me from your dashboard or are reading this via email, please be sure to CLICK HERE and start at the beginning of the hop!!

For my project, I've altered a small candle to be given as a gift for a friend that I'm very thankful for!! :)

I used the Tim Holtz Fall embossing folder to emboss the "Thankful" on the goldenrod cardstock and then inked it with chocolate chip ink...  I distressed and inked the edges and added the tag to the top as well...

The flower was made with a stack of THREE flowers from Creative Memories...  I simply LOVE these flowers!!  The tag has a stamped sentiment from the K Andrew Designs Fall-O-Ween set...  Love that phrase!! :)

This yummy candle is sure to be enjoyed by my friend who really does far more than should be expected of her...  She's got such a great attitude about everything she's asked to do -- I think she should know how THANKFUL all of our friends are for the many things she has helped with. :)

I have a touch of Blog Candy for one lucky WINNER today -- Simply leave a comment on this post telling me what YOU are thankful for to be entered to win a 6x6 paper pack and some embellishments!! :)

Thank again for joining me today -- It means so much to me that you have stopped by!! :)  Your next HOP STOP is:  Shawnee -- so head on over there and ENJOY!! :)

Here's a list of the entire hop, in case you get lost or want to revisit someone....

1. Lynne
2. Susan
3. Amy   You are HERE now!! :)
4. Shawnee   Go here NEXT!!
5. Jearise
6. Anita
7. Kari 

Until next time,

Disney/Pixar Blog Hop -- Day One

Welcome to Day One of the Disney/Pixar Blog Hop!!  

Once again, Shawn and Melissa have assembled some incredibly creative friends to share some amazing goodness with ya!!  Be sure to visit BOTH days of the hop as there is plenty of NEW creativity tomorrow!! :)

If you're joining me from that cozie-creatin' creative chic named Kathy, then you are in the right place!!  If you're just popping in from your dashboard to see what I'm up to, then be sure to CLICK HERE to start at the TOP, cuz Mickey says you can't see everyone without starting at the the start!! :)

For my project today, I created a FUN mini tag album which could also be used to hold autographs and memorabilia from a trip to the park!!

It starts off looking like this:

Remove the belly-band...

And open the flaps for lots of little pockets to keep lots of little tags!! :)

This mini tag album is created from 5 black A2 envelopes...  Simply adhere one envelope inside the flap of the next one to make it as long as you'd like!! :)

Isn't that so much FUN so far???

Even Mickey is popping in to say, "Why, Hello!"

My favorite part (besides Mickey) is the bow...  How fun!! :)

Oh, Boy!!  I hope you had a GRAND time today!! :)  My paper is all from Creative Memories, as are the Mickey phrase stickers and bright colorful Mickey stickers!!

I'd like to thank Shawn and Melissa for AGAIN including me in this SPECTACULAR hop!!  You are sure to enjoy LOTS of creative ladies with this crew!! :)

We have a GRAND PRIZE for this Blog Hop donated by ContainYa Crafts! You can have YOUR CHOICE of a Scrap'n Tote or a Scrap'n Easel! Each blog in this two day hop has a special letter, and when all of the letters are put together they spell out a secret phrase.

My letter is . . . . "D"

Once you have stopped at each blog in the hop and collected all of the letters, simply email the phrase they create to bloghopcontests at gmail dot com. All entries must be in by Midnight on Monday, November 21st. The winner will be announced on Tuesday, November 22nd at http://craftychicsblog.blogspot.com/

I do have a bit of Blog Candy magic for one lucky hopper today...  Simply leave me a comment answering this FUN question to be eligible to win one of my 6x6 paper packs and some fun embellishments:  "If you had to describe your favorite DISNEY memory in just ONE WORD (and it couldn't be "magical", what word would that be?" 

I'm the LAST STOP in the HOP for TODAY, but be sure to march on back tomorrow for another line up of super creative FUN!! :)

Here's a list of the entire hop, in case you get lost or want to revisit anyone!!

Day one -- November 19th

Shawn

Melissa

Tami

Ellen

Madison

Cathie

Cindy

Lori

Amy C

Kathy

Amy Marie  You are HERE!!  :)

Day Two - November 20th

Shawn http://craftychicsblog.blogspot.com/

Melissa http://www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com/

Megan http://www.aboverubiesstudio.com/

Kim http://uscrap2.blogspot.com/

Bobbi Jo http://sweetsassydiva-gspot.blogspot.com/

Jenny http://jennyplace26.blogspot.com/

Jessica http://thecreativestamperspot.blogspot.com/

Jenny http://www.crazyaboutcricut.blogspot.com/

Susan http://www.cricutforbeginners.com/

Tami http://www.scrappinrabbitdesigns.blogspot.com/

Kathy http://kathyand3kids.blogspot.com/

Until next time,

Twilight Blog Hop -- Day Two!! Let's Scrapbook that Wedding!! :)

Welcome to the Twilight Blog Hop -- DAY TWO!!

We are celebrating all things Twilight and the opening of the Twilight Saga Breaking Dawn part 1 in Theaters!!  This is DAY TWO of this Hop, so be sure that you didn't miss any of the Twilight related projects yesterday too!!  :)

If you've hopped along from Berenice, then you are in the right place!! If you are just joining me from your dashboard, or reading this via email, please be sure to CLICK HERE to start at the beginning with Carla's Blog (you'll want to catch up on all the EXCITEMENT before moving on!!)...

For today's project I have a 12x12 two-page (12x24) layout to show you....

I've posted this layout once before, but I'm totally in love with it and think it would be PERFECT for a Vampire Wedding...  Don't ya think??? I used only the images found on page 69 from the Storybook Cartridge to create this layout -- FUN, huh???

As you may know if you are a regular reader, I love to distress EVERYTHING with some ink and a sponge dauber!!  My "Happily Ever After" is definitely an example of that!!  :)  The red strips are also distressed...

I created these flowers by cutting lots of little ovals and then folded and inked to give them more dimension. 

I used my Creative Memories Love Struck Maker (Heart Border Punch) to punch some little, little hearts which I added to the accent frames...

My background paper is from the Creative Memories Black & White Power Palette Designer Paper -- This is such a versatile pack since you can add any color and either have a striking contrast or a very subtle touch of color...  If you do not have a Creative Memories consultant and would like to order any of the CM products I've used, you can have them direct shipped by clicking and shopping HERE...

And what would a Blog Hop be without a little Blog Candy right?  The sponsor for this hop is Karber Digital Images, and they have generously offered TWO of their AWESOME Digital Images to a random commenter. To be eligible to win please comment on each blog for both days of the hop...  It would be WONDERFUL if you chose to follow everyone too!!  We'd like to say a huge thank you to Berenice Rendon and Karber Images for their generosity in sponsoring the hop...

I ALSO have a bit of Blog Candy for one lucky hopper!!  It just so happens that I hung on to a few boxes of the original Twilight SweetTarts Candy Boxes...  How about that???  Candy for my Blog Candy!!  LOL...  If you'd like the chance to win one of these novelty boxes (yes, the candy is still sealed inside), please leave me a comment answering this FUN question:  "We all know who Bella ends up with, but do you agree with her choice???"  As happy as I am with the fourth book, and as excited as I am to see the movie (with my BFF, Christi!!), if the choice were mine, it would have gone the other way  (there, no spoilers!!)...  :)

Remember, I'll be posting for a HOST of hops this weekend -- Be sure to check them all out for MAXIMUM chances to win!!  ;)  Now, it's off to the next Twilight Hop Stop...  Please enjoy what Nancy has in store for you next!! :)

Here's a list of the entire hop, in case you get lost along the way or want to revisit anyone:




DAY TWO

Carla 
Jessica

Berenice

Amy  You are HERE!! :) 

Nancy  Go here NEXT!! 

Kristen

Theresa

Jessica

Jamie

Dena

Joy

Tanya 

Until next time,

Getting Cricky Holiday Wishes Blog Hop!!

Welcome to the "Holiday Wishes" Getting Cricky Blog Hop!!

We're so happy you could join us for this month's Getting Cricky Design Team Blog Hop!!  In addition to Kristal and the Senior Design Team, we look forward to introducing you to TEN member of our NEW Junior Design Team (be sure to visit Kristal's Blog to see ALL of our "new additions"!!)...  Each of us, along with our Special Guest - Ellen from "a little bit of this...", are so pleased to have you here with us!!  Throughout the hop, you'll see NEW ideas for creating cards and projects with Kristal's stamps sets!!

If you've hopped along from Ildi then you are in the right place!! If you are just joining me from your dashboard, or reading this via email, please be sure to CLICK HERE to start at the beginning with Kristal's blog (you'll want to catch up on all the FUN!!)...

Each of Kristal's stamp sets benefit charity. At least $1 per stamp set goes to benefit the charity noted on the stamp set package. Kristal is donating to the following charities: Cancer Angels, Storefront Shelter for Homeless Children, Intrepid & Fallen Heroes, E. Glaser Pediatric AIDS  Foundation, Doorways Shelter for Women & Children (Domestic Violence), Wayside House for Women, Camp Good Days & Special Times, Adopt a Classroom, and Autism Research Institute. Kristal will donate $1 for every stamp set sold, retail or wholesale to the charity noted; and over time believes this will add up to some wonderful miracles for these special people. So you can feel good that each time you purchase a K Andrew Designs art stamp set, someone around the country is receiving some good help!

K Andrew's stamps are all made and assembled here in the USA, which is very important to Kristal. This ensures all product materials are safe and that jobs are being provided and maintained here in America.  You can learn even more about Kristal's stamps (and pick some up for yourself) by visiting her online store:

K Andrew Designs To say "THANK YOU" for hopping along with us this weekend, we have a FABULOUS SPECIAL for you to take advantage of for THIS WEEKEND ONLY (thru Sunday, November 20th):

Simply enter the code

cricky20 for 20% OFF 

your ENTIRE Stamp Purchase!!  Woot-woot!!

Kristal's stamp sets are perfect for cards, layouts, and so much more...  For my project, I'm featuring the Winter Wishes Stamp Art Set...

I made this nifty little ornament/tag...  Of course, things never are what they first seem with me, are they???

I love this combination of stamps -- Frosty wishes, Snow kisses...  If I have to think about snow coming, I want to think of the snow as leaving sweet little kisses (not mountains of shoveling)...  hee hee...

When you pull the beads away from the "tag"....  It begins to open...

And as it fans out, it reveals... This amazing, adorable, pop-up, WOW that I learned from THIS VIDEO TUTORIAL (so super easy!!)...

How pretty would that be hanging on a tree or from a garland???  And what a FUN little addition to a present or gift bag!!

Not only did I use the Winter Wishes set for all of the phrases (including "for YOU"), but also for all those fun little itty-bitty snowflakes all over the paper!!  I love how CLEAR the stamped image is on these itty-bitty snowflakes -- even with the lighter stamp color, they look FANTASTIC!!  :)

And there you have it!!  Isn't that so much FUN???  I hope you'll make one (or many) too!!  For more details on the Winter Wishes Stamp Art Set or to make this set YOURS, please click on the preview:

Winter Wishes

BLOG CANDY ALERT!!  I have a 6x6 Paper Pad and Mini Embellishment Pack for one LUCKY hopper tonight!!  Simply leave me a comment on this post answering this FUN question: "What are YOU most looking forward to this Holiday Season???"  I'm looking forward to spending Thanksgiving morning doing a 5k with my FABULOUS kiddos before we head to my parents' house for some YUMMY Turkey and cranberry sauce!! :)

Remember, I'm in a whole BUNCH of hops this weekend, so be sure to visit them all for MAXIMUM chances at LOTS of Blog Candy Goodness!! :)  Simply follow the links at the top of my blog for all the current candy chances (I'll update these throughout the weekend -- NINE chances in all!!)

And NOW, I'm THRILLED and HONORED to get to introduce you to our very first NEW Jr DT Member... Hop on over and welcome Amanda to our team (and then continue on to NINE more of our FABULOUS NEW Jr DT Members too).....

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