Friday, September 16, 2011

50 States Blog Hop

Welcome to the 50 States Blog Hop!  Most of us would love to travel but are having staycations this year. What better way to travel but through a blog hop. This hop was inspired by our host Shawnee's journey across the United States as she traveled with her family to their new home. The United States is truly beautiful with many wonderful places to visit and see.

If you've hopped along from *Texas*, then you are in the right place!! If you are just joining me from your dashboard or happened along from somewhere else, please be sure to CLICK HERE to start with the first state in the union, Delaware, because you won't want to miss out on any of the fun (or any of the blog candy!!)...

There is an AMAZING Grand Prize Package for one LUCKY hopper (winner chosen by Rafflecopter)!!  To be entered to win, please do the following:
So what's the Grand Prize???
Cricut Cartridge - Destinations, beautiful handmade flowers from Shannon at Creative Chaos Flowers, and a $20 Gift Certificate to Scraptastical Kreations.


Now on to my state and my project....  IOWA

Every State is unique in it's own way.  Here are some photos of a few cool things to see in Iowa:
State Capital Building in Des Moines, IA
High Trestle Trail Bridge Hwy 210 near Madrid, IA 


The Grotto of Redemption- West Bend, Iowa

The awesome thing about all of these places is- they're all within a 1 to 2  hour drive from my home!

During the Summer and Fall months of Iowa, the countryside is filled with Corn- unfortunately it is not all the good tasting corn (Sweet Corn), but mostly Field Corn (for animal feed and other resources).
Here's a funny little song about traveling across Iowa (during the corn season) and what you will see during your trip.  LOL!





Here is my project for my wonderful state:  IOWA.



A little candy for one lucky follower:

Just leave a comment below and tell me what state you live in.  Random.org will choose a winner that will be posted on Monday!


Now you can hop to the NEXT STATE IN THE UNION!!  Remember to leave a comment on each state to be eligible for the GRAND PRIZE!!










50 States Hop


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Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Play Time

Hi Everyone!

Today my kids had a teacher in-service and early dismissal from school- so-- I got to leave early from work and come home to......


This is my very first Easel Card.  It was very surprisingly easy to make.  I guess I never tried one before because I thought it would be too time consuming or difficult (or some other excuse!)

There are so many tutorials out there on how to make an Easel Card.  If you haven't tried one- there's no better time than right now!

The paper is all from My Mind's Eye
The music notes are cut at 3" from Cricut Lite Twinkle Toes and "Play" is cut at 2" from Live Simply.
The Crinkle Ribbon and Button is from my brand new store at 3 Girl JAM.

A few challenges that this card fits into:


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Monday, September 12, 2011

Winner- Winner!!

Hi Everyone!

I'd like to thank everyone who joined us for the Teddy Bear Blog Hop!
It is always fun to stop by new blogs and see all of the wonderful creations.

I have several more Hops that I am participating in in the next few weeks.
So much fun to be had!

The winner of the Teddy Bear Hop blog candy is:

Eva of Eva's Scraps N' Cards, who said:
"What an oh so cute card, love your cute bear. My favorite bear is Pooh. I am a new follower."
  I will be contacting you shortly, so please reply back with your address so I can send out your goodies!


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Saturday, September 10, 2011

Happy Game Day!

Click HERE for the Teddy Bear Blog Hop


Hi Everyone!
Today is the Iowa vs Iowa State football game.
I'm not a huge sports fan- but from what I hear, there is quite the rivalry between these two teams.  LOL!

May the best team win.

(That's all I'm going to say!)

Update:  We lost (in triple OT), but it was a great game!

I am entering this into the Creative Cutter Room Sports Challenge!
(A great prize up for grabs!)
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Friday, September 9, 2011

Guest Designer Post!

**Click HERE for the Teddy Bear Blog Hop**

Hi Everyone!

Today I am Guest Designer for CRAFTY SPROUTS !! 

I was asked to make a shape card to tie into her "Get in Shape" Challenge that's going on right now.
You still have time to make one yourself....
What are you waiting for... WAIT-
Finish reading (you can make your card when you're done. LOL!)


 Recipe:
Crafty Sprouts: Besties For Life stamp set
DCWV Harvest stack paper
Cricut: Flower Shoppe Cartridge
Tim Holtz Distress Ink for all the edging
Bling:  just something I had laying around.  (I have lots of bling laying around!)



This stamp set is super cute- just like the other sets. FYI- there are new sets coming out soon!!  Be sure to go visit her store and see everything she has to offer. >>>> Crafty Sprouts Store

OK- now you can go make your shape card!  :)

Thanks for stopping by!
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Teddy Bear Blog Hop

Hi Everyone!!

It's national Teddy Bear Day!

Welcome to the Teddy Bear Blog Hop, hosted by my friend Jen, from Jen's Craft Corner.
I am honored to be among such incredibly talented ladies.  You are in for quite the treat today!!
If you just happened to stop by my blog (Thanks btw!)-  make sure you go back to Jen's site to start from the beginning.  When you leave here- stop by to see everyone along the way!

Teddy Bears are an important part of most children's lives- they bring happiness, security, friendship, and love to so many.
My daughters still have the first Teddy Bears they ever received (when they were born 10 years ago).


Peach Bear and Tan Bear (original names huh!?!)

Here is my favorite Teddy Bear- Tenderheart Care Bear (from when I was a kid)


Here is my project in honor of national Teddy Bear Day.

Cut:   Cricut Lite Slumber Party
Sentiment:  Crafty Sprouts "Besties for Life"
Crinkle Ribbon:  3 Girl JAM  "Baby Bundle"

A little candy for one lucky follower: 



Just leave a comment below and tell me the name of your favorite Teddy Bear!
Random.org will choose a winner on Monday!

Thanks for hopping with us.  Your next stop is My Crafty Designs!

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Saturday, September 3, 2011

"Besties for Life"

Hi Everyone!

I was excited today when I got the mail.
My new Crafty Sprouts- "Besties for Life" stamp set came.
(You can but them Here.)

I've just got to say- it's Super Cute- from the packaging to the sayings- cute, cute, Cute!


So... I spent some time in my craft room today and made a few new projects, and finished up some others.  I've got a few Blog Hops coming up (check out my right sidebar!), so you'll have to wait to see what I made for those!

Here's what I made today- that I will share.


This is an incredibly simple mini card.
It is a 3"x3" card.  
I wrapped some crinkle ribbon around the pink layer and attached it to the black layer.
I stamped the "Fabulous Facebook Friend" sentiment and cut it out with a 1" circle punch.  Then I put it in a bottlecap and attached it to the card.
I made the whole thing in less time than it took me to type up the "recipe".
:)


I just saw an awesome giveaway from Carri AKA ABusyBee at Double Click Connections
Look at all the cool stuff she's giving away!!

Go give Carri some love!


Thanks for stopping by!
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