2/28/2011

LSHD Blog Hop- Day 6!

Welcome to Day 6 of the very first Little Scraps of Heaven blog hop. You have reached your third destination on the hop. If you have arrived here from Patricia's Blog then you are on the right track, if you came to my blog and want to join in on the hop, please start HERE. If you missed yesterday's post, you can find it HERE (If you are just starting the hop today, make sure you check out all of my other posts from the previous days and sign up for the blog candy, the drawing will be at the end of the hop and a prize from my blog will be awarded for each day of the hop!).

I'm going to go ahead and apologize right now, I REALLY wanted to have a lot more done for this blog hop, but as always, sometimes life gets in the way! I've been sick the whole weekend and so has my daughter, it's nothing that is TOO bad thankfully, but a little cold and feeling just bla kind of makes me want to just lay around and do nothing. Keep in mind though, make sure that you check back daily because I AM doing a giveaway each day and the very last day of the hop I will have a BIG giveaway as well as a BIG project to show... I'm saving the best for last! :-)

Now on to today's project:


Since I haven't really moved from the couch much while being sick, I decided to do a digital layout on my laptop. I love digital scrapbooking and have loads of elements saved on my computer, but I don't do enough with them! One of my favorite place to buy digital elements is Sweet Shoppe Designs, if you haven't checked them out, you must do so! The elements for my layout today didn't come from there, but I did find them somewhere online for free, I'm sorry I can't provide that information for you because I really have no clue where they came from! I just fell in love with the little ladybug bear from LSHD, if you love it too, you can find it HERE. As you can see from the digital layout, I'm featuring MY little ladybug, Reagan. This photo is from her 1st Halloween (she's 3 now, wow how time flies!), I just thought it was simply adorable!

All of my projects (minus today's) from this weeks blog hop will be listed in my eBay listings or in my etsy shop within the week.

Today's giveaway comes from me again. If you haven't checked out my Etsy shop, please do so! I have lots of goodies in there! If you have checked it out, then you know I love to make these little mini keychain albums that are perfect for your wallet sized photos! So today, I'm giving one away! The winner will get the choice of theme/colors.

Here's an example of a keychain/purse mini album and how you can display it...I'm sorry, but my beautiful Vera Bradley purse is not included! :-)

Winning is easy! All you have to do is:
1. Make sure you are a follower of my blog (you can do so by clicking "follow" in the top left corner)
2. Check out my Etsy Shop and "favorite" my shop by clicking HERE if you haven't done so already.
3. Leave me a comment on this post for your entry!

***Several people have said they were unable to comment on my blog, I adjusted some settings and HOPEFULLY that fixed things! If you are unable to comment today, please visit my facebook page and leave a comment there letting me know that you couldn't comment here! Thanks!***

Now, head on over to Kristi's blog - Little Paper Sprinkles and see what great project she has to share today.

Here is the complete line-up of the hop:

Kristy - http://scraptasticalkreations.blogspot.com/
Patricia - http://www.ilovetocut.com/
Emily - http://www.createserendipity.net/ - YOU ARE HERE
Kristi - http://www.littlepapersprinkles.blogspot.com/
Sheri - http://highland-eyes.blogspot.com/
Liz - http://scrappinwithstyle.blogspot.com/
Cindy - http://cpmemories.blogspot.com/
Misty – http://www.abusyplace.blogspot.com/
Corrine - http://celebratingordinarymoments.blogspot.com/
Leann - http://www.scrapbookingbyleann.blogspot.com/
Shawnee - http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com/
Janet - http://createatdreamscrapbooks.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://honeybearzdesigns2011.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://shannonleffew.blogspot.com/
Melanie – http://melaniespapercraft.blogspot.com/
Inga - http://mommahobbit.blogspot.com/
Dawn - http://dawnsdesignsthatdelight.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://www.purplelionpaper.com/blog/
Monica - http://www.stampindaisies.com/
Jennifer - http://creativearmywife.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://handmadewithlove-lisa.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven - http://lshdesigns.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven Design Team Blog - http://littlescrapsofheavendt.blogspot.com/

AGAIN be sure to check back daily for new projects and possible blog candy! Thanks for hopping along with the first Little Scraps of Heaven Designs Blog Hop.

2/27/2011

LSHD Blog Hop- Day 5!

Welcome to Day 5 of the very first Little Scraps of Heaven blog hop. You have reached your third destination on the hop. If you have arrived here from Patricia's Blog then you are on the right track, if you came to my blog and want to join in on the hop, please start HERE. If you missed yesterday's post, you can find it HERE (If you are just starting the hop today, make sure you check out all of my other posts from the previous days and sign up for the blog candy, the drawing will be at the end of the hop and a prize from my blog will be awarded for each day of the hop!).

Like I said yesterday, I've had several projects going on this week that are still unfinished, I'm a day-to-day kind of person so I do my best work last minute! Last night I was feeling a little under the weather and my little one was too, so I'm sorry for such a small project! I usually don't do lots of cards, I'm an album kind of girl. I promise I have more in store, things just didn't work out as planned!

So here's today's project:


I made this little 4x4 card with Bazzil Bling cardstock, and the little Bear in the hat digi stamp is from LSHD and can be found HERE. I loved this little digi stamp and have been wanting to use it for a while. I'm not one who really likes to color, but I thought I'd give it a try! I know the "in" thing is copic markers, well, that's just one thing I don't have and probably will never try, I hear they are expensive!!! I did however buy some prismacolor pencils for my husband (he's quite artsy too!), and I got them out to color this little bear. I recently found a stash of Dr Seuss papers by EK Success that I had from a swap I did a few years ago and they finally came in handy! I added some stitching, ribbon, and a few flowers with bling to finish this card. I hope you all like it!

All of my projects from this weeks blog hop will be listed in my eBay listings or in my etsy shop within the week.

I'm excited about today's giveaway! Celina from Simple Said Cards has been oh so generous to donate a big bunch of goodies for me to give away! If you all haven't checked her out on etsy, you must! I recently got an order of beautiful butterflies & flowers and I cannot wait to use them!!!

You will win all of these yummy goodies!!!

Here's a closeup, You will win these pretty butterflies...

this awesome handmade "Thank You" card...

and these beautiful flowers!

Winning is easy! All you have to do is:
1. Make sure you are a follower of my blog (you can do so by clicking "follow" in the top left corner)
2. Check out Celina's Etsy Shop and "favorite" her shop by clicking HERE.
3. Leave me a comment on this post for your entry!

***Several people have said they were unable to comment on my blog, I adjusted some settings and HOPEFULLY that fixed things! If you are unable to comment today, please visit my facebook page and leave a comment there letting me know that you couldn't comment here! Thanks!***

Now, head on over to Kristi's blog - Little Paper Sprinkles and see what great project she has to share today.

Here is the complete line-up of the hop:

Kristy - http://scraptasticalkreations.blogspot.com/
Patricia - http://www.ilovetocut.com/
Emily - http://www.createserendipity.net/ - YOU ARE HERE
Kristi - http://www.littlepapersprinkles.blogspot.com/
Sheri - http://highland-eyes.blogspot.com/
Liz - http://scrappinwithstyle.blogspot.com/
Cindy - http://cpmemories.blogspot.com/
Misty – http://www.abusyplace.blogspot.com/
Corrine - http://celebratingordinarymoments.blogspot.com/
Leann - http://www.scrapbookingbyleann.blogspot.com/
Shawnee - http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com/
Janet - http://createatdreamscrapbooks.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://honeybearzdesigns2011.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://shannonleffew.blogspot.com/
Melanie – http://melaniespapercraft.blogspot.com/
Inga - http://mommahobbit.blogspot.com/
Dawn - http://dawnsdesignsthatdelight.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://www.purplelionpaper.com/blog/
Monica - http://www.stampindaisies.com/
Jennifer - http://creativearmywife.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://handmadewithlove-lisa.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven - http://lshdesigns.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven Design Team Blog - http://littlescrapsofheavendt.blogspot.com/

AGAIN be sure to check back daily for new projects and possible blog candy! Thanks for hopping along with the first Little Scraps of Heaven Designs Blog Hop.

2/26/2011

LSHD Blog Hop - Day 4!

Welcome to Day 4 of the very first Little Scraps of Heaven blog hop. You have reached your third destination on the hop. If you have arrived here from Patricia's Blog then you are on the right track, if you came to my blog and want to join in on the hop, please start HERE. If you missed yesterday's post, you can find it HERE (If you are just starting the hop today, make sure you check out all of my other posts from the previous days and sign up for the blog candy, the drawing will be at the end of the hop!).

I have had several projects going this week and I've been putting the finishing touches on them, so today's project kind of plays off of yesterdays. I read all of the comments and see that a lot of you share one thing in common with me, love for the BEACH!!! It's one of my favorite places EVER!

For those of you who have visited my blog before the blog hop, you know that I had a different blog design and it contained photos from my wedding this past September. All of my dreams came true when my prince charming (and childhood best friend) married me in Sunset Beach, NC. Before I show you today's project, I wanted to share a few photos from my wedding with all of you beach lovers! It's winter here in Ohio and very cold, so looking at these photos makes me ready to go back just to put my feet in the water!

Think I jumped in with my wedding dress on? Well of coarse I did!!!! :-)

My daughter loved the beach so much, this was her first trip to the Ocean, we couldn't keep her out of it!

This is the last one, I promise! It's my fave! ♥

Ok, on to my beachy project!


I made this little 4x4 card with Bazzil Bling cardstock, Bo Bunny papers, and the Crab is from the LSHD Under The Sea pattern collection that can be found HERE. I just loved the little crab so much! Isn't he cute? I've had the stamp for a while that says "Sorry I've Been Crabby" It seems to be one I use quite often! LOL I added the little prima flowers for a finishing touch, of coarse they wouldn't be complete without some bling!

All of my projects from this weeks blog hop will be listed in my eBay listings or in my etsy shop within the week.

Today's giveaway of goodies comes from me again! I'm just full of lovely prizes! I wanted to keep the beach theme since lots of you yesterday said you love the beach, so here are some beach/vacation themed goodies for you to win!


Winning is easy! All you have to do is:
1. Make sure you are a follower of my blog (you can do so by clicking "follow" in the top left corner)
2. Like my page on Facebook and become a fan HERE

***Several people have said they were unable to comment on my blog, I adjusted some settings and HOPEFULLY that fixed things! If you are unable to comment today, please visit my facebook page and leave a comment there letting me know that you couldn't comment here! Thanks!***

Before you head off to the next blog today, I just wanted to thank everyone for participating! This is the first blog hop that I've ever done and it's been a blast thus far! I'm always excited to meet new people, especially those who have a love for scrapbooking like I do! Please make sure you check out all of the fabulous blogs in the hop and most importantly, make sure you are entered to win the grand prize (shown below)!


The grand prize is being sponsored by Tricia from Little Scraps of Heaven and she is the last blog on the hop. In order to be eligible for the grand prize you must leave a comment on every blog in the hop, as well as become a fan of Little Scraps of Heaven on Facebook and follow the new Design Teams blog HERE.

Now, head on over to Kristi's blog - Little Paper Sprinkles and see what great project she has to share today.

Here is the complete line-up of the hop:

Kristy - http://scraptasticalkreations.blogspot.com/
Patricia - http://www.ilovetocut.com/
Emily - http://www.createserendipity.net/ - YOU ARE HERE
Kristi - http://www.littlepapersprinkles.blogspot.com/
Sheri - http://highland-eyes.blogspot.com/
Liz - http://scrappinwithstyle.blogspot.com/
Cindy - http://cpmemories.blogspot.com/
Misty – http://www.abusyplace.blogspot.com/
Corrine - http://celebratingordinarymoments.blogspot.com/
Leann - http://www.scrapbookingbyleann.blogspot.com/
Shawnee - http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com/
Janet - http://createatdreamscrapbooks.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://honeybearzdesigns2011.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://shannonleffew.blogspot.com/
Melanie – http://melaniespapercraft.blogspot.com/
Inga - http://mommahobbit.blogspot.com/
Dawn - http://dawnsdesignsthatdelight.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://www.purplelionpaper.com/blog/
Monica - http://www.stampindaisies.com/
Jennifer - http://creativearmywife.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://handmadewithlove-lisa.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven - http://lshdesigns.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven Design Team Blog - http://littlescrapsofheavendt.blogspot.com/

AGAIN be sure to check back daily for new projects and possible blog candy! Thanks for hopping along with the first Little Scraps of Heaven Designs Blog Hop.

2/25/2011

LSHD Blog Hop - Day 3!

Welcome to Day 3 of the very first Little Scraps of Heaven blog hop. You have reached your third destination on the hop. If you have arrived here from Patricia's Blog then you are on the right track, if you came to my blog and want to join in on the hop, please start HERE. If you missed yesterday's post, you can find it HERE (There is some really awesome blog candy there so check it out if you haven't already!).

I'm really excited to show you my project for today!


I created this adorable paper bag album using the LSHD Under The Sea pattern collection (the patterns are available for purchase HERE). I've been wanting to use these patterns for quite a while because they are soooo adorable! I used Doodlebug papers as well as matching stickers, & flowers. As with all of my albums, you will find stitching on every page and lots of pretty ribbons to add that extra frill. This is the perfect album for photos from the beach or a day at the aquarium! :-)










All of my projects from this weeks blog hop will be listed in my eBay listings or in my etsy shop within the week.

Today's giveaway of goodies comes from Anna Fearer from More Paper Than Shoes! If you haven't seen her BEAUTIFUL handmade flowers, you MUST check her out!!! She has donated a set for me to give away today! Isn't that awesome?

You will win 4 beautiful handmade roses!

Winning is easy! All you have to do is:
1. Make sure you are a follower of my blog (you can do so by clicking "follow" in the top left corner)
2. Check out Anna's blog and become a follower by clicking HERE, make sure you leave her a comment and let her know I sent you!
3. Leave me a comment on this post for your entry!

***Several people have said they were unable to comment on my blog, I adjusted some settings and HOPEFULLY that fixed things! If you are unable to comment today, please visit my facebook page and leave a comment there letting me know that you couldn't comment here! Thanks!***

Now, head on over to Kristi's blog - Little Paper Sprinkles and see what great project she has to share today.

Here is the complete line-up of the hop:

Kristy - http://scraptasticalkreations.blogspot.com/
Patricia - http://www.ilovetocut.com/
Emily - http://www.createserendipity.net/ - YOU ARE HERE
Kristi - http://www.littlepapersprinkles.blogspot.com/
Sheri - http://highland-eyes.blogspot.com/
Liz - http://scrappinwithstyle.blogspot.com/
Cindy - http://cpmemories.blogspot.com/
Misty – http://www.abusyplace.blogspot.com/
Corrine - http://celebratingordinarymoments.blogspot.com/
Leann - http://www.scrapbookingbyleann.blogspot.com/
Shawnee - http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com/
Janet - http://createatdreamscrapbooks.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://honeybearzdesigns2011.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://shannonleffew.blogspot.com/
Melanie – http://melaniespapercraft.blogspot.com/
Inga - http://mommahobbit.blogspot.com/
Dawn - http://dawnsdesignsthatdelight.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://www.purplelionpaper.com/blog/
Monica - http://www.stampindaisies.com/
Jennifer - http://creativearmywife.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://handmadewithlove-lisa.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven - http://lshdesigns.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven Design Team Blog - http://littlescrapsofheavendt.blogspot.com/

AGAIN be sure to check back daily for new projects and possible blog candy! Thanks for hopping along with the first Little Scraps of Heaven Designs Blog Hop.

2/24/2011

LSHD Blog Hop - Day 2!

Welcome to Day 2 of the very first Little Scraps of Heaven blog hop. You have reached your third destination on the hop. If you have arrived here from Patricia's Blog then you are on the right track, if you came to my blog and want to join in on the hop, please start HERE. If you missed yesterday's post, you can find it HERE (pssst... there is a really cool giveaway there so check it out if you haven't already!).

Ready to see my project for today?


I created these cute little gift cards using the LSHD High Heels & Ballerina Shoes patterns (the patterns for them are available for purchase HERE). Each gift card is 3" x 3" in size. For these adorable little cards I wanted to give it an extra girly feel, I mean come on, what girl doesn't love SHOES??? I know I do! I made these cards pink & pretty and full of glitter! They would go great on a gift bag for a girlfriend, teenage daughter, bachelorette, and the list goes on and on!



All of my projects from this weeks blog hop will be listed in my eBay listings or in my etsy shop within the week.

Ok, now for some blog candy! Today's giveaway of goodies comes from yours truly! I wanted to stay along the lines of today's theme for my project and keep the candy EXTRA girly! Are you ready? Here it is:

For those of you who know me or have shopped in my Etsy Shop before, you know that I love to put together DIY kits! So today for blog candy, I'm giving one away!

You will get everything shown here, it's enough to make a 12 page paper bag album like the ones that I make (you can see them throughout my blog).

You even get this paper piecing that I made with the LSHD High Heels pattern!

Winning is easy! All you have to do is:
1. Make sure you are a follower of my blog (you can do so by clicking "follow" in the top left corner)
2. Check out my Etsy Shop and "favorite" my shop by clicking HERE.
3. Leave me a comment on this post for your entry!

***Several people yesterday said they were unable to comment on my blog, I adjusted some settings and HOPEFULLY that fixed things! If you are unable to comment today, please visit my facebook page and leave a comment there letting me know that you couldn't comment here! Thanks!***

Now, head on over to Kristi's blog - Little Paper Sprinkles and see what great project she has to share today.

Here is the complete line-up of the hop:

Kristy - http://scraptasticalkreations.blogspot.com/
Patricia - http://www.ilovetocut.com/
Emily - http://www.createserendipity.net/ - YOU ARE HERE
Kristi - http://www.littlepapersprinkles.blogspot.com/
Sheri - http://highland-eyes.blogspot.com/
Liz - http://scrappinwithstyle.blogspot.com/
Cindy - http://cpmemories.blogspot.com/
Misty – http://www.abusyplace.blogspot.com/
Corrine - http://celebratingordinarymoments.blogspot.com/
Leann - http://www.scrapbookingbyleann.blogspot.com/
Shawnee - http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com/
Janet - http://createatdreamscrapbooks.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://honeybearzdesigns2011.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://shannonleffew.blogspot.com/
Melanie – http://melaniespapercraft.blogspot.com/
Inga - http://mommahobbit.blogspot.com/
Dawn - http://dawnsdesignsthatdelight.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://www.purplelionpaper.com/blog/
Monica - http://www.stampindaisies.com/
Jennifer - http://creativearmywife.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://handmadewithlove-lisa.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven - http://lshdesigns.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven Design Team Blog - http://littlescrapsofheavendt.blogspot.com/

AGAIN be sure to check back daily for new projects and possible blog candy! Thanks for hopping along with the first Little Scraps of Heaven Designs Blog Hop.

2/23/2011

LSHD Blog Hop Starts TODAY Plus EXCITING News!

Welcome to the very first Little Scraps of Heaven blog hop. You have reached your third destination on the hop. We're so excited to be doing this hop and have an amazing line up with some very talented ladies. There will be lots of fun projects some great blog candy, and an AMAZING grand prize for this hop. This hop runs from Feb 23 - Mar 2, so you have plenty of time to make it all the way through the hop. Be sure to check back everyday to see new projects created using LSHD patterns, and some of us on the hop JUST might have some extra blog candy to share!

The grand prize is being sponsored by Tricia from Little Scraps of Heaven and she will be the last blog on the hop. In order to be eligible for the grand prize you must leave a comment on every blog in the hop, as well as become a fan of Little Scraps of Heaven on Facebook and follow the new Design Teams blog HERE.
** This is mandatory in order to be eligible for the overall grand prize.**

Here is the complete line-up of the hop.

Kristy - http://scraptasticalkreations.blogspot.com/
Patricia - http://www.ilovetocut.com/
Emily - http://www.createserendipity.net/ - YOU ARE HERE
Kristi - http://www.littlepapersprinkles.blogspot.com/
Sheri - http://highland-eyes.blogspot.com/
Liz - http://scrappinwithstyle.blogspot.com/
Cindy - http://cpmemories.blogspot.com/
Misty – http://www.abusyplace.blogspot.com/
Corrine - http://celebratingordinarymoments.blogspot.com/
Leann - http://www.scrapbookingbyleann.blogspot.com/
Shawnee - http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com/
Janet - http://createatdreamscrapbooks.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://honeybearzdesigns2011.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://shannonleffew.blogspot.com/
Melanie – http://melaniespapercraft.blogspot.com/
Inga - http://mommahobbit.blogspot.com/
Dawn - http://dawnsdesignsthatdelight.blogspot.com/
Shannon - http://www.purplelionpaper.com/blog/
Monica - http://www.stampindaisies.com/
Jennifer - http://creativearmywife.blogspot.com/
Lisa - http://handmadewithlove-lisa.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven - http://lshdesigns.blogspot.com/
Little Scraps of Heaven Design Team Blog - http://littlescrapsofheavendt.blogspot.com/

Now on to my project for today.


I created this adorable paper bag album using the 3 LSHD Angel bears (the patterns for them are available for purchase HERE). They were an inspiration to me for this project, I've been holding onto this idea to make an album that was "Scrap" related for a while and finally I found the finishing touch for this project! I used K&Co Urban Rhapsody papers along with Karen Foster stickers and prima flowers. As with all of my albums, you will find stitching on every page and lots of pretty ribbons to add that extra frill. :-)









All of my projects from this weeks blog hop will be listed in my eBay listings or in my etsy shop within the week.

Now, before I send you on for a chance to win some blog candy, I have a big, exciting announcement to make! I am incredibly proud to announce that I am now a member of the Little Scraps of Heaven Designs Design team! I will join this talented group of ladies: Tricia, Kristy, Leann, Kristi, Janet, and Myja. I look forward to sharing this journey as a DT member as well as all of my creations with LSHD patterns with you here on my blog in the very near future!


Ok, now on to the goodies... are you ready for some blog candy? My wonderful friend Margaret from Aunt Margaret Designs has donated a couple of her adorable tear animals for you guys to win! You can see them below.



Want to win? All you have to do is:
1. Become a follower of my blog
2. Come and follow Margaret HERE
3. Like Aunt Margaret Designs on Facebook HERE
4. Leave her a comment letting her know I sent you, as well as leave me a comment on this post for your entry!

Now, head on over to Kristi's blog - Little Paper Sprinkles and see what great project she has to share.

AGAIN be sure to check back daily for new projects and possible blog candy! Thanks for hopping along with the first Little Scraps of Heaven Designs Blog Hop.

2/18/2011

Let The Sun Shine In!


Wow, there has been a series of BEAUTIFUL days here in Southern Ohio! Lots of Sunshine, which I love!!! With all of the sunshine, I was inspired to create another beautiful Acrylic Album!


I used Basic Grey's Ambrosia line of paper for this album. I just LOVE the orange & yellows! It really puts me in the mood for Spring, that's why I added lots of pretty butterflies as well.








You can find this album for sale now in my ebay listings.