"I Love Snow" Blog Hop ~ 12/15

Welcome to the "I Love Snow" blog hop!

This is a one day hop that will be filled with all different kinds of projects that will be snow related. You will see cards, layouts, altered art, and all kinds of amazing wonderful projects. 


So be sure to grab your favorite beverage and a snack and hop through this snow filled Blog Hop with us.

If you came here from Amy E. then you are in the right place, if not please go back to the beginning of the blog hop @ Lisa's blog; as you don't want to miss any of the amazing projects.

My daughter Emily & I chose to create a card reminiscent of our previous snowy years & below zero winters when we lived in the Midwest.  Although we miss the beauty of the snow we do not miss the ice, cold or the chaos it creates.  Instead, we enjoy it from the valley of the Southwest atop of the mountains and sometimes when tempted...you might find us bringing down from the mountain or playing in it on the mountain top. 

We hope this time of year finds you all warm and blessed with family or friends.  We extend greetings of a "Merry Christmas".   

Please move on you way to the next stop, which is: Melissa.

We hope you stop back again soon to visit us & our blog.

♥♥(ˆ◡ˆ)♥♥

~Beth & Emily

Recipe: 

• Paper from stash/on hand.
• Cuts from Silhouette store & modified.
• Sentiment stamp from Hero Arts.
• Bling from stash/on hand.
  
  

Here is the full line-up from today's hop in case you get lost or find broken links.

Lisa ~ http://honeybearzdesigns2011.blogspot.com/
Ashley - http://thebloghopprincess.blogspot.com/
Elecia - http://creationsby-kahaulani.blogspot.com/

Haidee~http://created2bunique.blogspot.com/
Sandy- http://scrapbookblessings.blogspot.com/
Mary - http://irongatestamps.blogspot.com/
Anita - http://scrappyhappymommy.blogspot.ca/
Vanessa http://wwwpaperkraftsunlimiteddesings.blogspot.com/
Amy E. - http://www.scrapthissavethat.blogspot.com/
Beth~http://motherandaughterdesigns.blogspot.com/
Melissa ~ http://iamapapermaniac.blogspot.com/
Sheila http://2pawprints.blogspot.com/
Dawn - http://dawnsdesignsthatdelight.blogspot.com/
Esther - http://forthejoyofcreating.blogspot.com/
Shawn - http://craftychicsblog.blogspot.com/

Christmas Card Swap Blog Hop ~ 12/15

The best way to brighten a person's day is to send them a card and the holidays give everyone the perfect excuse to do that. When you add talent to the mix, you have the perfect hand made holiday card to brighten any day.

That is what this hop is about. We have gathered some of the most talented card makers around to bring holiday joy to each oth

er while showing off their talents. Some of the crafters have known each other while others have met for this first time in the Christmas Card Swap group.

Today some of the these wonderful ladies will showing the cards they made. We hope you will join us to see how talented these crafters are and to get inspiration and ideas for your own holiday cards.

Please begin your hopping at Lorby's World (http//lorbysworld.blogspot.com) as she has a drawing with some special holiday bling and string to give one lucky winner. All the details on how to get qualified are on her blog.

Now on with the cards and holiday cheer...

If you came here from Shawnee then you are in the right place, if not please go back to the beginning of the blog hop @ Lisa's blog; as you don't want to miss any of the amazing projects.

My daughter Emily & I chose to create a Christmas flap card.  We like how you can use the flap on this card as a book mark to keep track of where you are when reading your favorite book; as you snuggle up & drink hot chocolate or tea on a cool day.  

Recipe: 

• Paper from stash/on hand.
• Cuts from Silhouette store.
• Ribbon from stash/on hand.

Thank you for hopping today and please continue on to Tonya.

We hope you stop back again soon to visit us & our blog.

♥♥(ˆ◡ˆ)♥♥

~Beth & Emily

Here is the full line-up from today's hop in case you get lost or find broken links.

1. Jearise ~ http://lorbysworld.blogspot.com
2. Melissa Pinter ~ http://pinkpolkadotscrapping.blogspot.com
3. Shelly Lynn ~  http://kccroppers.blogspot.com
4. Sandra Merritt ~ http://merritt-vergaray-connection.blogspot.com/ 
5. Dena Jones ~ http://missdjones.blogspot.com/
6. Shawnee ~ http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com
7. Beth ~ http://motherdaughterdesigns.blogspot.com
8. Tonya ~ http://www.creativeaddictiontopaper.blogspot.com/
9. Ashley W ~ http://marinewifesscrappinlife.blogspot.com
10. Dana T ~ http://danascraftycorner.blogspot.com
11. Sharon ~ http://simplysweetbysharon.blogspot.com/

Winners from Emily's Surprise BD Blog Hop

Thank you, again to all the sponsors for your generosity in helping sponsor Emily's BD blog hop. I can not thank you all enough.   Thank you, also to Shawnee for all her help in co-sponsoring this event & helping with the drawing.   

Here are the winners ladies....

• Cricut Jubilee Cartridge ~ Lori A.
• Eureka Digi Stamps ~ Sara B.
• Close 2 My Heart Gift Certificate ~ Ellen (Card Monkey)
• Digital copy of "Creations by Crafty Card Gallery Issue 2" ~ Katie Penley

Congratulations, all!!

We hope you stop back again soon to visit us & our blog.

♥♥(ˆ◡ˆ)♥♥

~Beth & Emily

Christmas Blog Hop ~ 12/9

Welcome to the Christmas blog hop!

Some of the best crafters are showcasing their fall projects today.  You may see cards, layouts, or other altered art projects.  We hope our project inspire you.

If you came here from Marji then you are in the right place, if not please go back to the beginning of the blog hop @ Ashley's blog; as you don't want to miss any of the amazing projects.

For today's project we made a holiday door card.  It reminds us of sharing many winter holiday's with friends & families and their doors welcoming us into their homes and hearts during this time of year as we lived away from extended family (father was in the military).  

Recipe: 

• Paper from stash/on hand.
• Cuts from Silhouette store & modified.
• Bling from stash/on hand .

Please move on you way to the next stop, which is: Cindy.

What is a blog without blog candy? Of course you do!!!  If you haven't already, make sure to check out the details @ our hostess Ashley's blog.

Note: (Some crafters may have their own criteria for the blog candy they are giving away at their blog hop stop.)

We hope you stop back again soon to visit us & our blog.

♥♥(ˆ◡ˆ)♥♥

~Beth & Emily

Here is the full line-up from today's hop in case you get lost or find broken links.

Ashley - http://thebloghopprincess.blogspot.com 

Marji - http://www.fstampaholic.blogspot.com/ 

Beth-  http://motherandaughterdesigns.blogspot.com/

Cindy- http://www.cindys-greencricut.blogspot.com/

Teresa- http://freshandrenewed.blogspot.com/

Paula - http://preciouspagesbypaula.blogspot.com/

An'Jenic-http://anjenicgibson.blogspot.com/

Sandy - http://simplycraftycreationsbysandys.blogspot.com/

Sam-  http://scrappingwithpirkie.blogspot.com/

Elaine - http://ExpressionsByElaine.blogspot.com

Christine- http://hotberrydesigns.blogspot.com/

Amanda - http://a-prata-design.blogspot.com

Liz Mullen- http://scrapiliciouslife.blogspot.com

Jearise - http://lorbysworld.blogspot.com

Anita~  http://www.anitaandbugs.blogspot.com  

Emily's Surprise 13th Birthday Blog Hop - 12/8

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  Hi everyone!! Thank you for joining us today as we celebrate Emily's 13th Birthday! Shh, don't tell anyone as it's a surprise!! We are so blessed that you've joined us today to celebrate the life of a sweet, talented young lady.

  
  

  If you are just starting the blog hop then you are in the right place. I hope you enjoy the wonderful projects that we have for you today.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Participant Blog Line up:

  
  

  1. Beth ~ http://motherandaughterdesigns.blogspot.com

  2. Shawnee ~ http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com

  3. Rachelle ~http://creationsbyRachelle.blogspot.com

  4. Lucy ~ http://love2createitall.com

  5. Christine ~ http://hotberrydesigns.blogspot.com/

  6. Miranda ~ http://www.nanasscrapspot.com

  7. Mickie ~ www.littlescrapcorner.blogspot.com

  8 Ellen~ http://cardmonkey-business.blogspot.com

  9. Connie~ http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com

  10. Suzanne - http://www.zannieberry.blogspot.com

  11. Ashley~ http://thebloghopprincess.blogspot.com
  12. Janis ~ http://pausedreamenjoy.blogspot.com/

  13. Amanda~ http://craftsbyamanda.blogspot.com

  14. Lori ~ http://scrappinmystressaway.blogspot.com/

  15. Anita ~http://anitaandbugs.blogspot.com

  16. Jennifer~http://craftycardgallery.blogspot.com

  
  

  
  

  Sponsor info:

  
  

  • Beth McGee~ Cricut Cartridge "Jubilee Celebration" 

  
  

  • 5 Digi Stamps~ Eureka Stamps : http://eurekastamps.blogspot.com/

  
  

  • Digital copy of "Creations by Crafty Card Gallery Issue 2" ~Sponsored by our own Jennifer Restivo.
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• $10 gift certificate for Close to My Heart products ~ sponsored by Lucy Kelleher, Close to My Heart Independent Consultant:  http://lucyk.ctmh.com


To be entered to win, you MUST leave a comment on every blog in the hop.
Then you need to "like" each of the sponsors blog pages (Beth's, Jennifer's, and Lucy's) including each of the blog hop participants pages.
Next, head on over and visit the following (below) sponsors Facebook pages/stores and post a comment you are from the blog hop & thank them for sponsoring the hop! 



• Eureka Stamps @ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Eureka-Stamps/222208756121?fref=ts







• Jennifer Restivo @ https://www.facebook.com/CraftyCardGallery?fref=ts





• Close to My Heart with Lucy Kelleher - Independent Consultant @https://www.facebook.com/LucyK.CTMH




For today's project I made a cupcake card for Emily. I can't believe my dear daughter is turning thirteen on Sunday. It seems like yesterday, she was just a wee one -and we were telling her she could do it (keep breathing) when she stopped breathing in my arms at six weeks of age when out of town visiting family.


She is a talented young lady and full of zest. She loves animals and currently aspires to work in the field of veterinary science. She sings, plays the violin, participates in Christian Youth Theater (CYT) during the school year and enjoys cooking. I love her even when she pushes my buttons.
~Beth







Recipe: 
• Papers from stash/on hand.
• Cuts from Silhouette store.




Thank you, for joining us now head on to the next celebration stop Shawnee

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Design Team Challenge-Office Supply?

Welcome Friends!!

Today, we're sharing with you our second post for Crafty Card Gallery design team challenge "Office Supply".?

  

For this challenge we we're asked to use an office supply in your card. This could be a paperclip, notebook paper, printer paper, staples, rubber band, an envelope, or even pencil or ball point pen ink. 

For our project we decided to create a "to do" list.  I'm find myself writing out things that I need to remember to do, even on paper next to the bed at night. 

What's great about this list of things to do...is that these are important & great reminders of what to do in our lives everyday.

Recipe: 

• Cricut Earthtones & paper from stash/on hand.
• Cuts from Silhouette store & modified.
• Embellishments from stash/on hand.

We hope you stop back soon again to visit us & our blog. ♥♥(ˆ◡ˆ)♥♥

~Beth & Emily

What is your drink? Coffee, Tea, or Hot Chocolate Blog Hop-11/24

Is everyone still stuffed from Thanksgiving? I hope you had a wonderful time with family and friends and we thank you for taking the time out of your "Holiday Weekend" to come hop with us!!!!

So, who's thirsty??? What is your drink of choice? (non-alcoholic) Coffee? Tea? Hot Cocoa? Pop?

Take a quick hop thru and see what these talented crafters would choose!!

Want some candy to go with that drink? Of course you do!!! 

For today's hop, the lovely Miriam from Miriam's Crafting Supplies, has offered to one lucky hopper 10 sets of half pearls and/or rhinestones of your choice!!!!!

• To be entered to win, you MUST leave a comment on every blog in the hop and then head on over to visit her Facebook store at: https://www.facebook.com/MiriamsCraftingSupplies
• Hit that LIKE button and post a comment you are from the hop!

That's it! Colleen will post a winner on her blog @ www.cbcscrapbooking.blogspot.com on Monday!!!

If you came here from Jennifer's then you are in the right place, if not please go back to the beginning of the blog hop @ Colleen's blog; as you don't want to miss any of the amazing projects.

For today's project I made a teacup as I myself prefer tea.  Sometimes during the colder seasons you might find me drinking hot chocolate.  But you never will find me drinking coffee...I leave that to my husband!  My daughter who crafts with me prefers hot chocolate or Sprite; although you might find her tasting a sip our of one of our cups.  

What's your favorite drink of choice? (non-alcoholic) 

Coffee? Tea? Hot Cocoa? Pop?

Recipe:  

• Cricut Earthtones paper for card base.
• Dear Lizzy Neapolitan Specialty Paper Pad & DCWV papers from stash/on hand.
• Chocolate Chip Stampin' pad from "Stampin' Up!"
• Stamp greeting from What's Brewin'? set from "Stampin' Up!"
• Sizzix Frame- Wavy Layered.
• Winter Frolic Cricut Cartridge.

Please move on you way to the next stop, which is: Shawnee.

We hope you stop back again soon to visit us & our blog.

♥♥(ˆ◡ˆ)♥♥

~Beth & Emily

Here is the full line-up from today's hop in case you get lost or find broken links.

• Colleen ~ http://www.cbcscrapbooking.blogspot.com
• Jennifer ~ http://wunderscreations.blogspot.com
• Beth~http://motherandaughterdesigns.blogspot.com
• Shawnee ~http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com
• Rachelle~http://creationsbyrachelle.blogspot.com
• Tahi ~ http://tahisscrapcorner.blogspot.com
• Amanda ~ http://cricktncrafts.blogspot.com

Harvesting Memories Blog Hop-11/23

Welcome to the Harvesting Memories blog hop!

Some of the best crafters are showcasing their fall projects today.  You may see cards, layouts, or other altered art projects.  We hope our project inspire you.


If you came here from Melissa then you are in the right place, if not please go back to the beginning of the blog hop @ Lisa's blog; as you don't want to miss any of the amazing projects.


My daughter Emily & I chose to create a card reminiscent of our past home and days when we lived in the Midwest.  I myself especially miss the fall & the fall foliage.  We also included some apples from when we used to visit the apple orchards.  We hope you all are blessed during the fall season & especially during this Thanksgiving weekend.

"Let us not become weary in doing good, 

for at the proper time we will

reap a harvest if we do not give up.

~Galatians 6:9 

Recipe:  

• Cricut Earthtones paper for card base.
• Misc paper from stash/on hand.
• Country Life & Fall and Winter Tablescapes.

Please move on you way to the next stop, which is: Elecia

We hope you stop back again soon to visit us & our blog.

♥♥(ˆ◡ˆ)♥♥

~Beth & Emily

Here is the full line-up from today's hop in case you get lost or find broken links.

Lisa ~ http://honeybearzdesigns2011.blogspot.com/

Ashley - http://thebloghopprincess.blogspot.com/

Shawnee~ http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com/

Misty - www.abusyplace.blogspot.com

Pam - http://lovebugcreations3.blogspot.com/

Vanessa http://wwwpaperkraftsunlimiteddesings.blogspot.com/

Haidee~http://created2bunique.blogspot.com/

Melanie ~ http://afternoonscrapper.blogspot.com/

Melissa ~ http://iamapapermaniac.blogspot.com/

Beth ~ http://motherandaughterdesigns.blogspot.com/

Elecia - http://creationsby-kahaulani.blogspot.com/

Mary - http://irongatestamps.blogspot.com/

Mandie - http://mandiesscrappin.blogspot.com/