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Hello my crafty friends!!

Wow a lot of things have been happening in my crafty life lately.

 

First off I resigned from Die Cuttin' Divas Design Team this month to allow me more time to work on my personal projects, my Close to my Heart business and my blog.

And then LoveBug Creations decided it was time to close their doors as well as their DT.

I was very sad to hear this news but totally understand the decision and love the LoveBug family and products just the same.

 

So I am now only on one design team, Kiwi Lanes. I love Kiwi Lane as you can tell by most of my projects! I only post for them once or twice a month so that leaves lots of open days for me to post.

 

Do you have any suggestions or ideas of things you would like to see on a weekly basis?

I would like to try and post on a regular basis, giving you many more day inspiration.

 

How about one day a week I post a new sketch?

A new video? A new card a week? A CTMH day a week?

Did you enjoy my YouTube Tuesdays and Throwback Thursdays from before?

Wednesdays are always Wednesday Winners if I have winners to announce.
And of course I'll keep doing hops! I love blog hopping!

 

And what do I need to do to get more participants in my monthly challenges? Do you like them? Or should I stop them and concentrate on something different.

 

I would like to hear from you my readers and my followers. Please leave me your suggestions and comments below.

 

If you do I will draw one random person to win a fun grab bag of goodies from me!! Wohooo!

 

Don't forget today is the last day to enter my monthly challenge!!

Thanks so much for being here and scrappy hugs!

Fall is in the Air Blog Hop

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Happy Saturday

and

Welcome to this months Blog Hop

with

The Creating Blog Hops Cafe'

 

This month we have made some wonderful Fall projects to share with you. If you have just stopped by to visit with me, thank you and welcome, but please start at the beginning of the hop with our Hostess, Robin Lane with
 Create-A-Latte.  We would not want you to miss any of these wonderful projects.

 

 

So, grab yourself a Latte', sit back and hop along with us as we share our projects with you.


I decided to create this mini album using this cute Hanging Out SVG file from Creative Kuts. It is perfect for your Fall themed family photos or pics of the kids jumping in the leaves.
I love the picket fence and the way the adorable crow is just kicking back. Hope you enjoy this project and this file by CK too.

Here's a close up of my crow. I couldn't resist giving him googlie eyes. He is so cute!

This part of the cover turns out to actually be page 3 in the album. I love how Creative Kuts layers the album covers like that. So fun!

I wanted to add a little bling to this and thought that stickles would be too much, so I added some sequins. I love the added sparkles.  I plan on decorating the inside pages as well, at least with photo mats. But will do that in a few days and post it later. (So be on the look out!)

Recipe:
Hangin Out file from CK
Cardstock
Pattern Paper from My Mind's Eye
Googlie eyes
Assorted ribbons from scraps
Ink from Prima
Black Gel Pen
Gold Seguins
Pop dots

I am entering this in the Die Cuttin Divas Fall Challenge #184
Silhouette Challenges #17
Creative Cutting Challenge #39

Thanks so much for hopping by my blog!! Scrappy hugs!
 

This month we have a wonderful Sponsor, Lucy Kelleher with Close To My Heart, and she has a fantastic giveaway to share with you today. Lucy is giving away a $10 Gift Certificate to her store.

 

Close To My Heart

www.lucyk.ctmh.com

Up next is my crafty and lovely friend... Jessica.

If you get lost along the way here is the entire 

line-up of today's hop for you to get back on track and not miss a single project.

 

1- Robin L. with... http://create-a-latte.blogspot.com/

2- Amy E. with... http://www.scrapthissavethat.com/

3- An'Jenic G. with... http://anjenicgibson.blogspot.com/

4- Lucy with... http://love2createitall.com

5- Alicia with... http://www.goldengoddessdesigns.blogspot.com/

6- Eva Scraps with... http://evasscrapsncards.blogspot.com/

7- Miranda Enclade with...  www.nanasscrapspot.com

8- Lori with...  http://scrappinmystressaway.blogspot.com/

9- Connie- http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com
 
10. Jessica- http://craftinandstampin.blogspot.com      

 

 

 

 

Thank you for hoping along with us today and I hope that we have inspired you to get your craft on.

Wednesdays Winners

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Time to announce our winners from the Barnyard Bash Blog Hop!!

 

 

Up first is the winner of Prima Goodies from my store Connie's Crafty Cart!! Wohoo!!

http://stores.ebay.com/Connies-Crafty-Cart

 

 

Random Number Generator Min: Max: Result: 30

 

Congrats to

Andrea J

 

And next up we have the winner of the gift certificate for CTMH courtesy of

Lucy Kelleher

is giving away a $10 gift certificate to CTMH

http://lucyk.ctmh.com

 

True Random Number Generator Min: Max: Result: 33

 

Congrats to

Lori Apgar

 

Ladies please send me a message with your contact info so we can get your prizes to you!! Thanks so much to everyone who made this hop such a success!!

Scrappy HUGS!

 

Don't forget you have one more week to enter my challenge!!

http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com/2014/09/monthly-challenge-26-sketchy.html

 

Kiwi Lane Basic Sketch Challenge 9/22

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Did you know Kiwi Land Designs has weekly sketch Challenges on their Facebook page?

If you love Kiwi like I do you are going to want to jump at your chance to win a Kiwi Gift Certificate!

 

Enter Here

 

This week's Sketch:

 

 

And here is my take on this awesome sketch:

 

This My Mind's Eye Paper was the perfect fit for Kiwi templates and my photos!

 



 

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!

 

Don't forget to enter my Monthly Challenge HERE

for a chance to win some yummy PRIMA

Barnyard Bash Blog Hop Day #2

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Welcome to the Barnyard Bash Blog Hop Day #2
 

 

 

Old Mac Donald had a farm E..I..E..I..O
With lots of barnyard critters and tons of fabulous inspiration!
We are so glad you came back for our 2nd day of the Barnyard Bash.

 

Connie Can Crop is playing Old Mac Donald for this hop and is the first stop on this super fun Blog hop so if you missed out on yesterday please start at Connie's blog for the day #1 projects. 

This is a two 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!

 

Connie Wallenbrock

http://stores.ebay.com/Connies-Crafty-Cart

You could win an awesome package of  Prima Goodies from Connie's Crafty Cart. 

 

AND

 

Lucy Kelleher

is giving away a $10 gift certificate to CTMH

http://lucyk.ctmh.com

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.

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!

 Grab your pitchforks and your overalls because this hoe down is about to begin!!
 

Today I have a fun easel card for you to view.
I used Close to my Heart's retired Collection "Jubilee"

The Jubilee Collection is perfect for Farm loving friends!
 I love the big chipboard diecuts.

The burlap adds such a nice touch. I picked it up at Mon Ami Gabby.
And the CTMH flair is so fun!

 

I added a cute stamp and some brads to help the card stand and it turned out perfect!

Up next is Debbie! She is awesome!

Here is our complete line up for day #2 in case you get lost along the way:

 

1. Connie- http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com
2. Debbie - http://craftydeb-ddscrafts.blogspot.com
3.Pam - http://lovebugcreations3.blogspot.com/
4.Darlene (The Crafting Journals)-http://www.thecraftingjournals.com
5.Alicia http://goldengoddessdesigns.blogspot.com
6.Lisa - http://honeybearzdesigns2011.blogspot.com/
7.Angela - www.crazy3monkeys.blogspot.com
9. Jessica- http://craftinandstampin.blogspot.com
10.Lori - http://scrappinmystressaway.blogspot.com/
11. Melissa - http://papershenaniganz.blogspot.com/

Thanks so much for joining us for such a fun day!

 

The Barnyard Bash Blog Hop Day #1

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Welcome to the Barnyard Bash Blog Hop #1
 

 

 

Old Mac Donald had a farm E..I..E..I..O
With lots of barnyard critters and tons of fabulous inspiration!
We are so glad you could join us for our Barnyard Bash.

 

Connie Can Crop is playing Old Mac Donald for this hop and is the first stop on this super fun Blog hop. 

This is a two day blog hop and we appreciate your leaving a comment for all of these talented friends who are here sharing their ideas and creations. Be sure to come back tomorrow to see all the new and amazing projects we have in store for you as well!!

We have two awesome sponsors and giveaways for this hop!

 

Connie Wallenbrock

http://stores.ebay.com/Connies-Crafty-Cart

You could win an awesome package of  Prima Goodies from Connie's Crafty Cart. 

 

AND

 

Lucy Kelleher

is giving away a $10 gift certificate to CTMH

http://lucyk.ctmh.com

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.

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!

 Grab your pitchforks and your overalls because this hoe down is about to begin!!
 

I am here to start this hop off with a layout of my sons and our friends visiting a farm and petting zoo in Yucaipa in the Fall. We spent lots of time petting the Llama and holding the baby chicks.

My layout was inspired by a layout I found on Pinterest. Gotta love Pinterest!!

I used papers by Bella Blvd. Finally Fall Collection. They worked perfectly with these photos and this theme.

The Cricut Cartridge Country Life has some of the cutest farm animals on it. I love this chicken and piggy the most!!

I also used KiwiLane Scallop Templates. And added buttons with floss for some fun.

My title is made out of thickers Puffy White Stickers.

 

I hope you enjoyed this layout! I know this is going to be an awesome hop!! Thanks for coming by!

 

Up next is the lovely and talented Denise!!

Here is our complete line up for day #1 in case you get lost along the way:

 

1. Connie- http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com
2. Denise- http://www.craftconfectionery.com
3. Anna-http://www.stampanna.com
4. Julie (Cricut Chick) - www.simplysilhouette.com

5. Lucy ~ http://love2createitall.com
6. Beth ~ http://thecraftyscrapyard.blogspot.com
7.Holli - http://Sunflowerholli.blogspot.com
8. Miranda - www.nanasscrapspot.com
9. Sarah - www.sarahbiswabic.blogspot.com
10.   Jenny - http://crazyaboutcricut.blogspot.com/
11.Theresa  www.TheScrapbookingQueen.com

 

Thanks so much for joining us for such a fun day! Don't forget to come back tomorrow for Day #2!

 

Prima Winner from Wednesday

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Hi friends!!

Sorry to be running almost a week behind schedule!

We got hit with the flu last week. Man o man!!

First my kids had it then I had it and it was not pretty. So my deepest apologies for being so absent this past week.

 

 

I finally have a winner from my last post "Prima Live"

I promised one lucky winner some yummy Prima and I intend to deliver!!

 

True Random Number Generator Min: Max: Result: 2

 

 

Now I have no idea who number 2 is other than she was there with me at Prima Live so that does narrow it down. LOL! If it was you ( and you know who you are!!) please contact me so I can send you your goodies!! And congratulations!!

 

Thank you to everyone who left a sweet comment. I really appreciate them all!

 

I am hoping to get some posting going soon for your inspiration!

Scrappy hugs!!

Prima Live September 5th- Altered Clip Board

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Happy Monday friends!

 

I hope you all had a chance to watch Prima Live on Friday Night.

It was a great experience being able to showcase one of my projects and demonstrate how to create it.

Unfortunately the video was lost after production so I won't be able to share it with you. I know big bummer! But I am going to share with you some photos and my finished project that was featured.

 

If you are new to my blog and visiting from the Prima Live show, Welcome! I am so glad you are here! Be sure to leave me a note letting me know you were here!

 

 

Ok so up first I have a couple pics of me broadcasting Live with Suzy West.

Lights...Camera...Action!!

 

 

 

And here is my finished altered Clip Board Project featuring the Cigar Box Secrets Collection from Prima. I am in love with this collection!! It is gorgeous!! Check out Prima's Blog HERE to see the full line!
 

 

Items Used to create this:

Cigar Box Secrets Paper, Flowers, and stick Pins

Prima Say it in Crystals

Cut 1/4 of a doily

lots of Simply Sheer Ribbon from LoveBug Creations

and Prima Ink Old Road
Clip Board
 

Probably my most favorite part of this project is the cluster of flowers with the stick pin. I added some LoveBug Creations Simply Sheer Ribbon to the pin and it's just gorgeous!

 

Leave me a message below for a chance to win some Prima flowers just because!!

I will announce the winner on Wednesday!

 

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!

 

Don't forget to enter my Monthly Challenge HERE

for a chance to win more PRIMA

Monthly Challenge- Prima Prize

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Just in Case you missed it!!

Want to win some yummy Prima awesomeness?

 

My Challenge this month:
Sketchy

I want you to create a project that is inspired by the following sketch. Go easy on me, I created it! Can't wait to see what  you do with it!!
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.

You must become a follower of my blog 

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

Entries are due by Tuesday, September 30th at 11:59 pm.

Sorry, No back Linking Allowed!!

 

 

So guess who the sponsor is this month? That would be me!! LOL! Well my ebay store Connie's Crafty Cart anyways. I am going to be giving away some super yummy Prima goodies!! You do not want to miss out on this!

 

 

You can visit my Shop here and

follow me on Facebook here.

 

  AND don't forget the winner gets

a custom blinkie for you to display on your own blog!! YAY!

 

 

You can find the Challenge HERE

LoveBug Creations- Prima Card

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Hello Lovebugs!!
 



 

It's my day with another new project to share using my favorite LoveBug Creations Products!! 

Today I bring you a very basic but elegant card featuring some Simply White Rumple Ribbon. I just love the way the white looks against the darker background of this card. Hope you enjoy it too! 

 

 

Items Used:

Prima Paper, Chipboard Embellishment, and bling

Kiwi Lane Tag Template

Simply White Rumple Ribbon by LoveBug Creations

 

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!

Monthly Challenge #26 Sketchy

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Hello my crafty friends!

 

Oh my word! It is September!! Wow!
Time for another challenge here at Connie Can Crop!!

My Challenge this month:
Sketchy

I want you to create a project that is inspired by the following sketch. Go easy on me, I created it! Can't wait to see what  you do with it!!
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.

New Rule!! You must become a follower of my blog and my sponsor's page/blog to win!!

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

Entries are due by Tuesday, September 30th at 11:59 pm.

Sorry, No back Linking Allowed!!

So guess who the sponsor is this month? That would be me!! LOL! Well my ebay store Connie's Crafty Cart anyways. I am going to be giving away some super yummy Prima goodies!! You do not want to miss out on this!

 

 

You can visit my Shop here and

follow me on Facebook here.

 

 

  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 September 30th 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.