You Tube Tuesday- Markers and your Explore

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Giant List of Markers and Pens that work Great with the Cricut Explore

brought to you by

Sassi's Scrapbooking

 

 

 

I need to get my hands on those adapters!! Pronto!!

Thanks Sassi!!

 

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!

 

3 Girl Jam July 2015 Challenge

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Hi Everyone!  Welcome to the 3 Girl JAM July 2015 Challenge

 

We LOVE to see your beautiful inspiration.  Anything you do!  Really...we love it!  So again our theme is:

"Anything Goes with Ribbon"

Show us your cards, layouts, 3D projects or altered art but make sure to have some ribbon or other 3GJ products on it!

 We have some lovely inspiration for you too.

Georgiana - Raspberry from the Summer Harvest Bundle

Julie O - Diagonal Striped Ribbon

Leslie - Moss Jute String from the Jute Ribbon and String Pack

 

Chriss - Clover from the Sunny Meadows Bundle

Raechelle - Red, White and Blue Bundle

Connie - Pink from the Tie Dye 2 Bundle

For all the details on our projects head on over to our blogs!

You know we all LOVE comments!!

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This month's challenge will win one lucky person a $15.00 Gift Certificate to our store at www.3girljam.com

We sure hope you will play along with our challenge!!!

Thanks for checking in with us!!

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Every Challenge has some rules-

~~ to qualify for the prizes, please make sure to follow ours~~

We've had so many great entries but we must stress- rules are rules.

1. Follow the theme for the challenge: Anything Goes with Ribbon
 2.  Use 3GJ products (to be entered to win) or feel free to link up any other project  that follows the theme.

3. Follow the 3 Girl JAM blog.

4. Add the 3 Girl JAM button to your side bar.

5. You will have until July 31, 2015 to enter.  Winner will be announced on August 1, 2015.

6. Be sure to link up to your blog post and not your blog.

(It  will make it much easier for the design team to leave you some love!)

7. NO BACK LINKING

8. Have fun!

Don't forget to visit the DT members to leave them some bloggy love.  Now let's get to creating and spread the word for everyone to join in the fun!

ENTER NOW AT 3 GIRL JAM!! 

Mother Goose Blog Hop

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Welcome to the Mother Goose Blog Hop

 

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

How I wonder what you are.

I have always loved Nursery Rhymes. From Old Mother Hubbard and Old King Cole to Jack and Jill and Humpty Dumpty. So many amazing childhood memories!! I am so happy to be a part of this very special blog hop. Thank you Lisa for putting it together.

You should have arrived from Jessica.

But if you would like to start at the beginning head on over to Lisa's blog.

 

When I was a little girl of just 3 years old I carried a Nursery Rhyme book with me every where I went. I just adored those short stories and had to have my book! My mom told me I used to sit in the shopping cart and "read" every single story out of my book and that all the people in the store were so amazed at how smart I was, that I could read at such a young age. Funny thing is I couldn't actually read, I had just memorized every one of those nursery rhymes word for word and still know them all by heart today!

 

My project I created for today is a gift bag for a new baby.

I love creating my own unique gift bags and these files from Miss Kate Cuttables along with this adorable paper line from Prima was the perfect fit for this blog hop.

 

I wanted to incorporate as many of the patterns in this line as I could, so Kiwi Lane templates made it very easy to add layers of paper.

 



My little cow is attached with an action wobble and he actually moves back and forth, jumping over that moon! Super cute!!

 



 I cut out a few more of these images from Miss Kate because they are so darn cute! I plan on creating another bag and a couple of cards. Maybe a layout too!!

Thanks for checking out my project! If you haven't read Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes you need to!! It's the perfect read for kids of all ages!! I can't wait till I have grandkids to read them too!! 

 Up next is Sarah

Here is our complete line up in case you get lost along the way:

Lisa ~ http://honeybearzdesigns2011.blogspot.com
Haidee~ http://created2bunique.blogspot.com
Madge Gillen~http://www.thescrappinlounge.com/…/mother-goose-blog-hop.ht…            
Miranda - www.nanasscrapspot.com
  Jessica- www.craftinandstampin.blogspot.com
Connie- http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com
  Sarah- http://www.sarahbiswabic.blogspot.com
Holli- http://sunflowerholli.blogspot.com
  Theresa - http://scrapsbygracie.blogspot.com/2015/06/mothergoose

Meet the Fab Four- My Design Team!!

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Welcome again to my first Design Team of Connie Can Crop!!

 

Let's Introduce the ladies and learn a bit more about these "fab four"!!

 

 

 

 

Angela Corcoran

My name is Angela Corcoran and I am a stay at home mom full time, crafter in between. I have 3 boys (hence, 3crazymonkeys!)- Jayce is 11, Logan is 10 and Aiden is 8. They keep me on my toes at all times! I started off scrapbooking when Jayce was born, and have kept growing! Now, I get the privilege of making things for others and I love doing that! 

 

 

Audrey Dickinson

 

I am a stay at home mom and I am a volunteer EMT for 9 years now. I have been crafting since a very young age and enjoy creating and sharing with friends and family. I quilt, embroider, crochet and paper crafts and of course some woodworking. I love photography and I do that as another hobby. My favorite is to make mini albums.

 

Chriss America Real

 

 

Hello my name is Chriss America Real. I have been married for 37 years to my high school sweetheart. I have two children, Kelly is 34 and Brian is 32. I am retired from a job with the Federal Government. I love dogs. I am a dog obedience coach, a foster dog mommy and I have my own very spoiled rescue dog named Louie. My blog is named Scrappin' with Chriss and Lou because Louie is always with me in my craft room. He goes wherever I go, he follows me around the house all day. If you would like to see pictures of Lou and read about his rescue, please click on the link at the top of my blog that says "Lou"I started my blog Scrappin' With Chriss and Lou about 5 years ago. When I first started, I didn't think my work was good enough to publish....but...I met so many wonderful, encouraging bloggers who helped me get better and better at this craft. I really enjoy having my blog. I love to give away prizes. I will be in my craft room and I will see something and think "I think I will give this away" and suddenly have a prize giveaway! It is fun! You never know when a prize giveaway will pop up on my blog! I hope you will join me for the fun!

 

 

Veronica Tovar

 

I am a part time staying at home Mom, part time crafting instructor, and part time home office manager for my husband business. I love to create using new techniques and innovative products. I try to include pictures in most of my projects, since I practically started as a scrapbooker, then moved on onto other paper crafting areas. Furthermore, I enjoy participating in on-line challenges to get out of my creative box, thus creating for Connie Can Crop will be a fun way to achieve further inspiration and to meet more fellow fun paper crafters.

Aren't they a great group? I am so excited!! Angela and Audrey I have known for a few years. They always participate in my blog hops. I can always count on them for great projects and full participation. It will be awesome having them working so closely with me on my team. Chriss and I just met this year. We are both on the 3 Girl Jam DT and she is really inspiring and fun! I know she will bring a great energy to this group!! And Veronica has been one of my followers for a while as well as a participant of my challenges, which is awesome!! I am so glad to have her on my team and to help grow her blog!! It's going to be amazing!

 

Be sure to check out their first projects and our new calendar of events starting July 1st!! We all know you are going to love it!!

 

 

Don't forget to Come enter the new monthly challenge...

Connie Can Crop Challenge #35

That's How I Roll!

due 11:59 P.M. Tuesday, June 30th

Pacific Time

Wednesday Winners- New Design Team!!

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I am so blessed to have so many amazing followers!! And even more blessed that I had so many wonderful ladies apply for my first ever design team!!

If I could I would have picked you all because each and every one of you would bring something unique and awesome to my blog and my team! Thank you!!

I really had a hard time narrowing it down to four gals. And I mean REALLY hard time!

So please help me in welcoming my first Design Team to Connie Can Crop!!

(In no Specific Order)

Angela Corcoran

www.crazy3monkeys.blogspot.com

Audrey Dickinson

www.kricutkreations.blogspot.com

Chriss America Real

http://chrissandlou.blogspot.com/

Veronica Tovar

http://vickyscrappingpassion.blogspot.com

Congrats ladies! I am so excited to work with you! We have some exciting things in store for you here at Connie Can Crop!! Be sure to check out their blogs and see how talented these ladies are!!

And come back tomorrow to read more about them as I get a little more personal with them here on my blog!

Don't forget to Come enter the new monthly challenge...

Connie Can Crop Challenge #35

That's How I Roll!

due 11:59 P.M. Tuesday, June 30th

Pacific Time

Altered Wall Hanging- 3 Girl Jam Day

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Hello my crafty friends!!

 Today is my  post with 3 Girl Jam and I am so excited to be able to share my project featuring the yummy 3 Girl Jam products I love!
  

Today I am sharing a gorgeous altered canvas I created using some Tuxedo Crinkle Ribbon from the Celebration Bundle. My Canvas is 7x7 and was a gift for my Aunt. She just loved it!! And it looks great hanging on her wall! 

 

Be sure to stop by the store HERE and check out all the gorgeous lace and ribbons you can add to your layouts!

Items Used:

Cardstock

Patterned Paper by Prima

Ink by Prima

3GJ ribbon in Tuxedo

embellishments by Prima

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!

 

Be sure to come back Wednesday to meet my all new Awesome Design Team!!!

I am so excited!!!

Wednesday Winner

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 Thank you all so very much for hopping along and leaving us all some love!

Time to announce our Hero Up! BLOG HOP Winner!!

 

DRAWN BY RANDOM NUMBER GENERATOR....

Our Winner is...

True Random Number Generator Min: Max: Result: 13

NUMBER 13 

Congrats goes to

VERONICA TOVAR

 Cuttin and Stampin is giving away a $15 gift certificate to her online store!

Wohoo!! And you won!!!

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https://www.facebook.com/cuttinandstampinscrappysupplies

 



Be sure to contact me in the next 2 weeks to claim your prize.

And be sure to send me your info.

Congratulations!! So happy you won!

And thanks to everyone for making our hop such a success!!

Come enter the new monthly challenge...

Connie Can Crop Challenge #35

That's How I Roll!

due 11:59 P.M. Tuesday, June 30th

Pacific Time

You Did It- Miss Kate Cuttables

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Hello my crafty friends!!

Today is my day to post with  Miss Kate Cuttables and I am so super excited to be able to share my project featuring Miss Kate Cuttables' darling SVG files!!

But first, did you know that Miss Kate Cuttables gives away a free file everyday?
YES, absolutely FREE. So what are you waiting for, head over there and get your free file now!!
Freebie of the Day

My last Graduation project for 2015. I had so much fun creating this fun sign for my God-Daughter MacKenzie who just graduated 8th grade last week!! It was so fun to use another Miss Kate Cuttables' adorable Graduation files!!

For this project I used

You can purchase this super cute SVG from Miss Kates Cuttables here.

Here's her graduation sign.

 

 

We waved it during her ceremony and gave to her afterwards.

 She loved it! 

Other items used:

 

Wooden Dowel

3GirlJam Crinkle Ribbon

Pop Dots

Silver Cricut Pen for message on back

Cricut Explore

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!

It's Time to Hero Up Blog Hop!

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Welcome to the It's Time to Hero Up Blog Hop

Anyone can be a SUPER HERO!

This group of  MIGHTY Super Heroes has banded together to SAVE THE DAY and bring you the most AMAZING Super Hero inspiration we can. We hope your SPIDEY SENSES are tingling as we pull out every SUPERPOWER we've got!

 

Connie Can Crop (that's me!!) is the first stop on this AMAZING Blog Hop.

 

This is a one day blog hop and we appreciate your leaving a comment for all of these INCREDIBLE Super Heroes who are here sharing their ideas and creations. 

We have an awesome sponsor and giveaway for this hop!

Michelle with Cuttin and Stampin is giving away a $15 gift certificate to her online store!

Wohoo!!

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https://www.facebook.com/cuttinandstampinscrappysupplies

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 stop by our sponsor's page and be sure to like her on facebook!! 

You will have until 12:00 am Monday to finish the hop and leave your comments.

Winner will be announced on Wednesday at Connie Can Crop.

Be sure to follow everyone and leave a comment  along the way!

TO THE BAT CAVE ROBIN!!!

UP UP and AWAY!

 

My project is for a very special little superhero I know, Dominic. He is currently battling cancer and although he is sick and has lost all of his hair, this young boy always has the biggest smile on his face! His mom always reports his amazing outlook, always laughing and enjoying life.

I made this altered journal for him. He is such an inspiration and my superhero!

 

 

For this altered journal I used mostly cardstock I had in my stash. The background paper comes from a Creative Memories pack.

I used several SVG files from Miss Kate Cuttables. The Super Hero SVGs are the cutest!!

 

 

I just love the title! It just pops off the cover! And each super hero can be customized with colors and hair. So much fun to play with! I think I see a layout in my future too!!

 



 

Thanks for checking out my project! I hope it inspires you to bring out the Superhero in YOU!

 

 Up next is my friend Janet

Here is our complete line up in case you get lost along the way:

 

1. Connie- http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com

2. Janet- http://janetscreativeworld.blogspot.com

3. Angela ~ www.crazy3monkeys.blogspot.com

4.  Michelle-  www.michellekinder.blogspot.com

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

6. Madge- www.thescrappinlounge.com

7. Alicia ~ http://goldengoddessdesigns.blogspot.com

8. Melanie - http://afternoonscrapper.blogspot.com/

9. Haidee-http://created2bunique.blogspot.com/

10. Theresa- http://scrapsbygracie.blogspot.com

11. Shawnee - http://www.sunshinythought.com

12. Jessica-http://www.stampinandcraftin.blogspot.com

13. Daphne- http://craftyscrapsofstuff.blogspot.com

14. Sarah - www.sarahbiswabic.blogspot.com

15. Holli- http://sunflowerholli.blogspot.com

16. Miranda - www.nanasscrapspot.com 

17. Robin - http://create-a-latte.blogspot.com/

18.Silvia - http://sillyscrap.blogspot.com/

Don't forget to get your Design Team Entries in!! Deadline is Monday!!

Design Team LAST CALL

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My Design Team Call Ends on Monday!!! So hurry and get your apps in to me please!!

I have some amazing entries so far!! This is super exciting!!

 

 

 

Hello my Crafty Friends!!

I am beyond excited to announce my very first design team call here at Connie Can Crop. I am looking for 4 talented crafters who love to inspire others as much as I do. I am looking for all levels of talent and no prior DT experience is necessary to apply. My blog features projects from all the companies I love. So my DT will also be allowed to feature products from whoever they love! No issues there!

  

IMPORTANT DATES:

Submissions will be taken until: June 15, 2015

New Design Team will be announced:  June 24, 2015

New Design Team Term: July 1st- Dec 31st

 

Design Team Responsibilities:

• Commit to a 6 month term: July 1 – Dec 31, 2015
• Complete 2-3 projects a month (One monthly post plus Challenge and Blog hop)
• Visit challenge participants blogs and leave comments.
• Maintain an active blog.
• Post our challenges, events, and your projects on your blog on reveal day and link back to my Blog.
• Promote Connie Can Crop Monthly challenges and events on Facebook, Twitter, etc.
• Display the “Design Team Blinkie” on your blog   
• Submit your DT projects to me no later than three days before scheduled post.
• Have a Facebook account. Our Design Team Group will be on FB and that is how we will communicate with the team.
• I need help with You Tube Tuesdays, Sponsors, Sketches, and Freebie Fridays. Each DT will help with one. (It's going to be easy!!)

 

What's in it for you?:

• A link to your blog and your button will be displayed on the Connie Can Crop blog
• Your creations will be promoted and you will obtain new followers and fans.
• You will receive some perks from some of our generous sponsors as well as a care package from me for your help and time!
• I am also willing to help you update your blog buttons at no charge if you would like something new.

 

Please include the following in your application: 

First and Last Name, Email Address and Location

Link to your Blog

List of Current Design Teams

A short paragraph telling me who you are and why you'd like to be a part of my team.

Photos of 3 of your favorite projects (any type).  

 

Please Email your application to: Conniecancrop@yahoo.com with Design Team Call in the subject line.

 

Good Luck!! I am so excited to see what everyone submits!! But I know this is going to be super hard!!

 

Wednesday Winner

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Challenge #34
AROUND THE WORLD

Our winner chosen by random is:

True Random Number Generator Min: Max: Result: 3

 

Congrats to

ALICIA

Here's her beautiful entry...

 



Be sure to contact me with your info Alicia so I can get your prize out to you from Me!!  And don't forget your button:

Thanks to all the gals who played along!! 

And for the rest of my crafty friends...don't forget this month's fun challenge!!

Connie Can Crop Challenge #35

That's How I Roll!

due 11:59 P.M. Tuesday, June 30th

Pacific Time

You Tube Tuesday

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Downloading Stamp gif's to cut on your Cricut Explore

by I came I saw I created

 

 

Can't wait to try this new technique out on a few of my own stamp sets!!

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!

 

Come see my Design Team Call!!

I am looking for a few crafters who want to play with me!!

 

And don't forget the monthly challenge #35

That's How I Roll!

due June 30th at 11:59 pm.

Berry Sweet Layout- 3 Girl Jam Day

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Hello my crafty friends!!

 Today is my  post with 3 Girl Jam and I am so excited to be able to share my project featuring the yummy 3 Girl Jam products I love!

Today I am showcasing this adorably delicious layout I created while at a workshop one of my sweet friends hosted. It uses lots of Close to my Heart Products but it also uses some very yummy 3 Girl Jam Crinkle Ribbon from the Victorian Dream Bundle in Rouge.

SPECIAL NOTE:  If you place an order in June, you can add the Sunny Meadows bundle for just $1!  That's a Berry Sweet deal! 
 Use coupon code:  JUNE at 3 Girl JAM!

Be sure to stop by the store HERE and check out all the gorgeous lace and ribbons you can add to your layouts!

Items Used:

CTMH Cardstock and Patterned Paper 

CTMH stamps and Ink

CTMH bling, twine and chipboard

CTMH Glim tape

Staples

3GJ Crinkle Ribbon Rouge

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!

 

OH and before I forget!! Come see my Design Team Call!!

I am looking for a few crafters who want to play with me!!

 

And don't forget the monthly challenge

#35

That's How I Roll!

due June 30th at 11:59 pm.

 

 

Monthly Challenge #35 That's How I Roll

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Hello my crafty friends!

Happy June! Happy Summer!! Wohoo!! It's time to celebrate dad's, grad's, and fun with friends.
What better way to celebrate than with some awesome new wheels!!

 

My Challenge this month is:

 That's How I Roll

I want you to create any type of project you'd like and add a type of transportation on it that

has wheels. Cars, trucks, tractors, bikes, wagons, skates, motorcycles or

anything else you can come up. 

You can create anything you'd like just be sure to mention you are linking to my challenge.

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 to win!!

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

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

Sorry, No back Linking Allowed!!

 

 

 

I have a fantastic sponsor this month, Michelle Kinder with Cuttin and Stampin!!

She will be giving one lucky winner a $15 gift certificate to spend in her fabulous shop!

  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 Tuesday June 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.

P.S. I am having my very DT Call!! Come Check it out!! It's super exciting!