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Saturday, March 29, 2014

LoveBug Creations Spring Celebrations


Welcome to LoveBug Creations Spring Celebrations 
New Release and Blog Hop!!

If you have floated over from Dawn Mercedes, then you are on the right path, but if you stumbled upon our hop and want to start with our blog hostesses, then click over to

Spring is a time for Easter and Mother's Day events but it also signals weddings, graduations, family reunions, and more.  LoveBug Creations has some new awesome products to unveil today for your spring celebrations.

  So do you want to add something special to your handmade projects?? If so, consider these new springtime collections for your crafting arsenal of rumple ribbon delights:




And for something different, we are releasing the beautiful Mama's Roses.  
Each rose is hand-formed and hand-dyed; each has dimensions of  2"x 2" and can be used as is or inked, painted, stickled, and more - your imagination can provide lots of possibilities for these beauties - and they are feather-light so you can create lots of projects from layouts to cards to tags to mixed media creations to 3-D creations and more and not feel there's an anchor on your project, weighing it down!
 
And if that isn't enough... We've got 4 NEW Mama's Mesh Colors: Kraft, Ivory, Light Blue & Light Pink!!!
Also Mama's Mesh is now being offered to buy by the yard as opposed to in collections!
 
So settle back as we take you on a tour of spring celebrations and invite you to visit our LBC ONLINE STORE

I created this one page layout featuring LBC's new Garden Green!! It's gorgeous!! And just the perfect way to make my Easter Bunny all decked out for Spring!


This layout also features a cute SVG file from Creative Kuts. I love the fact that all I need to do is insert my photos! YAY!
Recipe:
LBC Rumple Ribbon
SVG file by Creative Kuts
cardstock and patterned paper
Flowers from my lovely friend Boots and Bling Time
Peachy Keen Stamp
Watercolors by Stampin Up
Bling

How about some delicious LBC Blog Candy!
LoveBug Creations is offering a $10 gift certificate to our online store and several other items as well.

What do you have to do to be a possible winner?

1.  Become a follower of each crafter (if you're not already)
2. Leave a love note at each blog spot with your contact info
3. For one extra chance to win like our Facebook Page and leave a comment at


4. Check back on Wednesday for the announcement of the winners

The full spring line up is:

1. Kimi & Pamela: http://lovebugcreations3.blogspot.com/

The next blog spot on this spring tour is Katie

Thanks so much for Hopping by!
Scrappy Hugs!

Friday, March 28, 2014

Fleurette Bloom-LoveBug Creations Co Hop

 
 
Welcome to the Fleurette Bloom-LoveBug Creations Co-Hop. 
Kimi Lash Cremar's photo.
 
If you've flown over from Dawn Mercedes, then you've joined the parade, but if you've stumbled on this hop and want to begin with the first stop, soar over to Fleurette! http://fleurettebloom.blogspot.com/
 
The pairing of LBC's fantastic rumple ribbon and other trimmings with Fleurette Bloom's outstanding SVG's and digital delights is a great way to jazz up your projects - who wants to be ho-hum? 
Not us gals.........so grab your favorite beverage and settle back for some crafting inspiration 
for just the right touch of class
 
I created a sweet card featuring the Little Chicks Element Collection from Fleurette Bloom Designs. These chick are just so sweet. They were super easy to cut out with my Cameo and even come with an Easter Bonnet.
The Pennant design on the left was created using KiwiLanes templates and I couldn't leave off some super yummy Simply White Rumple Ribbon from LoveBug Creations. The Simply white works on just about anything I can create. Paired up with some cute paper from Jillibean Designs, a felt flower and some bling this card is all dressed for our Easter Blessings!
 
  Now, how about some blog candy??
 
Fleurette F Bloom Rogers's photo.
Fleurette Bloom is offering a $10 gift certificate to her ONLINE STORE
 
  AND
 
Kimi Lash Cremar's photo.
 
LoveBug Creations is offering a $10 gift certificate to their ONLINE STORE
 

So what do you have to do to be in the running???
1.  Become a follower of each crafter (if you're not already)
2. Leave a love note at each blog spot with your contact info
3. For extra chances to win like our Facebook Pages and leave a comment at
 
and
 
4. Check back on Wednesday for the announcement of the winners
 
The co-hop line-up:

11: Christine: http://wp.me/p2YygE-Rp
 
For your next touch of class, please visit Kristin
 
And don't forget to stop back by tomorrow to check out the fab new Spring Release from LBC!!

Thursday, March 27, 2014

Fabulous at 40rty!

Hello fellow Lovebugs!!
here with a new project to share using my favorite LoveBug Creations Products!!



My friend Angie just turned 40 and she celebrated by having an all girl wine and appetizer party. I couldn't think of a better gift than a custom wine glass just for Angie in her favorite colors. She can always cherish this glass decorated beautifully with some retired Camo Fun Footz and White Simply Sheer Ribbon.
 


Happy 40th Birthday Angie! You are fabulous!!
 
Other items used:
Wine Glass
Vinyl in Black, Green, and Tan
Black bling
LBC Simply Sheer White Ribbon
LBC retired Camo Fun Footz Ribbon

I can't thank you enough for checking out my project. It means the world to me and I hope you truly enjoyed it. May it inspire you to create something wonderful!  

Only a few days left to enter my challenge!! Be sure to come check it out.
My fabulous Sponsor this month is
My Craft Spot
 
Scrappy hugs!!

Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Die Cuttin' Divas Challenge #158

Hello Divas!!
Time for a new challenge and a new post from us at the Die Cuttin' Divas Design Team!!

Ch#158: Umbrella Month 

Create a project featuring an umbrella.


 Finally I can use this cute stamp from BugBites. The sentiment reads "Rain or Shine, You're a Friend of Mine!" It's perfect for bringing some sunshine into a dreary day! I created this cute card using some fun paper scraps I had in my stash. And tried to create a die cut that matches the design on the paper.
 
 
 Items used to create my card:
Cardstock
Patterned Paper
Kiwi Lane Designer Template- Brackets
Cricut Cart- Simply Charmed for Sunshine
Cricut Cart- Cake Basics for Umbrella
Blush Copic
Bug Bites All Ocassions Stamp Set
Tim Holtz Black Ink
Blue Dew Drops


 Be sure to check out our other amazing Diva projects at Die Cuttin' Divas.

I can't thank you enough for checking out my project. It means the world to me and I hope you truly enjoyed it. May it inspire you to create something wonderful!   Scrappy Hugs!

Thursday, March 20, 2014

Congrats Nurse Card

Hello fellow Lovebugs!!
here with a new project to share using my favorite LoveBug Creations Products!!
Thursday is my new day to post for LBC so be on the lookout every week for something new!!


 I created this sweet little Nurse Congrats Card for a friend of mine that just graduated getting her BSRN. I am so proud of her! I used Simply Sheer Ribbon as a border across the card and used 2 Beautiful Blooms to give it some extra flair! I hope she loves it!

 

Other items used:

Paper and cardstock from my stash

stamped image from the Paper Nest Dolls

bling and watercolor pencils 

I can't thank you enough for checking out my project. It means the world to me and I hope you truly enjoyed it. May it inspire you to create something wonderful!  
Did you see my new challenge? It's a fun one!! Be sure to come check it out.
My fabulous Sponsor this month is
My Craft Spot
 
Scrappy hugs!!

Tuesday, March 18, 2014

Die Cuttin Divas Challenge #157

Hello Divas!!
Time for a new challenge and a new post from us at the Die Cuttin' Divas Design Team!!


Ch#157: Snack Foods. 
Create a project featuring your favorite snack food.

 I have been wanting to use this cart for so long and this challenge was perfect for it. Who doesn't love French fries? OMG! They are so yummy! I like them super hot, fresh out of the fryer, crispy, and salty! YUM-O!
So here's my fun card featuring fries from the Fast Food Cricut Cart!! I turned them into a shape card.
 
 My inside reads It's Fry Day!! HA HA!!
 Items used to create my card:
Cardstock
ribbon
button
Black Timeless Twine
Peachy Keen Stamps
Cricut Cart Fast Food

 Be sure to check out our other amazing Diva projects at Die Cuttin' Divas.


I can't thank you enough for checking out my project. It means the world to me and I hope you truly enjoyed it. May it inspire you to create something wonderful!   Scrappy Hugs!

Thursday, March 13, 2014

Christmas Parade

Hello fellow Lovebugs!!
here with a new project to share using my favorite LoveBug Creations Products!!
Thursday is my new day to post for LBC so be on the lookout every week for something new!!

Yes I know it's not Christmas time yet! LOL! But I have finally scrapped one of my layouts from way back in 2010. My youngest was in our city Christmas Parade. It was so cute to see "The School of Rock". I used Simply Sheer Ribbon on my hidden tag. This is where I will include all my journaling about the day's event.
 
 
Other items used:
Paper and cardstock from my stash
Me and My Big Ideas Chipboard embellies and Alpha
Kiwi Lane Designs Templates
 
I can't thank you enough for checking out my project. It means the world to me and I hope you truly enjoyed it. May it inspire you to create something wonderful!  

Did you see my new challenge? It's a fun one!! Be sure to come check it out.
My fabulous Sponsor this month is
My Craft Spot
 
Scrappy hugs!!
 
 

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Winner Wednesday

It's Winner time!!
Time to announce my big winners for my Birthday Blog Hop!!

Special thanks to all the amazing ladies that joined this hop with me! We had an amazing turn out!! I could not have done it without all of you! And thank you to all the fabulous ladies that hopped right along with us and left us all so much love!! You made my birthday rock!
Time to choose our winners!



ok, Here we go,

True Random Number Generator 16
 
Our 1st winner is # 16
D
DesignsByDragonfly.blogspot
 
You just won the Special Spring 3 pack of Skittles from Doubleclick aka ABusyBee!!
 

 
And our second winner is:
True Random Number Generator  7
Number #7
Sharon
 
 
You just won a gorgeous 6x6 paper pad and some fabulous LoveBug Creations Rumple Ribbon from my shop Connie's Crafty Cart.
 
Please contact me within one week with your contact info so I can get your prizes sent off!! And congrats on your win ladies!!
Thanks again to all the lovely ladies that entered!!

Tuesday, March 11, 2014

Die Cuttin' Divas Challenge #156

Hello Divas!!

Time for a new challenge and a new post from us at the Die Cuttin' Divas Design Team!!

Ch#156: Luck of the Irish.
Make something with an Irish symbol (Rainbow, Leprechaun, Pot of Gold, Clover, etc)

 
 And here's my card featuring one of my fav sayings. It was cut using the St. Patrick's Day Cricut Craft Room File. I added some LoveBug Simply White Rumple Ribbon on top of a button and some faux stitching to finish the look.


 
 Be sure to check out our other amazing Diva projects at Die Cuttin' Divas.

I can't thank you enough for checking out my project. It means the world to me and I hope you truly enjoyed it. May it inspire you to create something wonderful!   Scrappy Hugs!

Did you see my new challenge? It's a fun one!! Be sure to come check it out.
Green with Envy
My fabulous Sponsor this month is

My Craft Spot

Friday, March 7, 2014

Happy Birthday Blog Hop

Welcome to the Happy Birthday Blog Hop
 


It's My Birthday weekend and what better way to celebrate than with a super blog hop full of fabulous projects, a spectacular lineup, and yummy presents for 2 lucky followers!!

Connie Can Crop is the first stop on this Birthday blog hop. I am so glad you joined my Birthday Bash!!

This is a one day blog hop and we appreciate your leaving a comment for all of these talented friends who are here sharing their ideas and creations. 
We have TWO awesome sponsors and giveaways for this hop!
 
 

ABusyBee
Is giving away 3 delicious Spring Colors of Skittles!!
What's a skittle?? They are fabulous little sparkly gems for embellishing and I love them!!
http://doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com/p/store.html
 Check out her store Here:
http://doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com/p/store.html


 And I am giving away a gorgeous 6x6 paper pad and  may just throw in some fabulous LoveBug Creations Rumple Ribbon too!!
 
So what do you need to do to win? Easy... become  a follower of each of the fabulous blogs in this hop and leave each of them a  comment letting them know what you like best about their projects. 
 
Then come back to Connie Can Crop and post that you followed the rules.
You will have until 12:00 am Monday to finish the hop and leave your comments. 
Winners will be announced on Wednesday at Connie Can Crop.
Be sure to follow everyone and leave a comment  along the way!
 
Gonna Party! It's My Birthday! Let's go!

Finally scrapbooked my 41st Birthday Celebration with some friends doing what I love best...scrapbooking!  Wish I could say I was turning 41 again! LOL!
Supplies Used:
Queen & Co. Paper and Cardstock
Vinyl Thickers
Jaded Rumple Ribbon from Lovebug Creations
Latte Skittles from ABusyBee
Buttons
Timeless Twine
CM Border punch and Custom Cutting Mat
 
 Up next is JENNY...she's so creative!!
 
Here is our complete line up in case you get lost along the way.

Thursday, March 6, 2014

Tweet Tweet You're Sweet

Hello fellow Lovebugs!!
here with a new project to share using my favorite LoveBug Creations Products!!
Thursday is my new day to post for LBC so be on the lookout every week for something new!!

I have tons of Birthdays to celebrate this month so what better way to show you care than with some LoveBug's Mama Mesh and Simply Sheer Ribbon!! Check out this fun little card! It's for the birds!!

I love adding layers of LoveBug goodness on top of each other. It really pops!

I can't thank you enough for checking out my project. It means the world to me and I hope you truly enjoyed it. May it inspire you to create something wonderful!  

Did you see my new challenge? It's a fun one!! Be sure to come check it out.
My fabulous Sponsor this month is
My Craft Spot
 
Scrappy hugs!!

Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Wednesday Winners

It's Winner time!!

It's Wednesday! Time to announce my big winner for my February Cupid's Arrow monthly Challenge!!

Special thanks to all the amazing ladies that entered this month! You all make such gorgeous creations and I appreciate every single one of you who had the time to enter my challenge!!


ok, Here we go,


True Random Number Generator 7
Our winner is entry #7
Sandy How 

 

Congrats on your win Sandy I am so happy for you!

 
You win a gift certificate to Scraptastical Kreations!!

    AND don't forget you get this
 custom blinkie for you to display on your own blog!! YAY!
 
 
Please contact me within one week with your contact info so I can get your info over to our sponsor!! And congrats on your win!!
Thanks again to all the lovely ladies that entered!!


Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Die Cuttin' Divas Challenge #155

Hello Divas!!

Time for a new challenge and a new post from us at the Die Cuttin' Divas Design Team!!

 Challenge #155

Sketch Challenge
Use the sketch below to create something awesome!!

 
 
 And here's my sweet little card I made for a sweet lil friend. The inside reads "Hope re-coop soon!"
I used Cindy Loo to create the card background and Creative Memories This and That for the cute little chick.

 
 Be sure to check out our other amazing Diva projects at Die Cuttin' Divas.

I can't thank you enough for checking out my project. It means the world to me and I hope you truly enjoyed it. May it inspire you to create something wonderful!   Scrappy Hugs!

Saturday, March 1, 2014

Monthly Challenge #20 Green with Envy

Hello my crafty friends!
Time for a new Monthly challenge here at Connie Can Crop.
It's March!! My Birthday month but also the month we Irish celebrate St. Patty's Day! And for some of us (me included) Spring Break!! YES!!! Can't wait for that week off from classes! In case you can't tell from my heading I am going to go with the Irish Inspiration this month! :)

My Challenge this month:
Green with Envy

I want you to create a project featuring using Green and Bling. Any kind, any brand. It can be Green Bling or it can be the Color Green on one item and a different color of bling. Just be sure you use both Green and Bling on your project, card, layout, or whatever your heart creates!
It does not have to be St. Patrick Day's Themed.

Please create one layout, card, or other project. Your layout can be single page or double page. You may use any other products you wish. When you are finished with your project please post it here in this thread.

Please remember I will only count two entries per person. (Just to be fair!)

Entries are due by Monday, March 31st at 11:59 pm.

I will draw one lucky winner from all entries and they will receive a stamp set of their picking from My Craft Spot.

My Craft Spot

Please be sure to visit her Blog
 http://craftspotbykimberly.blogspot.com/
 

  AND don't forget the winner gets

a custom blinkie for you to display on your own blog!! YAY!
 
You need to link your project up below using Mr. Linky. You have until midnight March 31st to link it up.
I will draw one random winner. My winner will not be based on skill or talent, but based on just completing the challenge.