Crafting with Cristina's Companion Challenge #17 Interactive Card

Good Morning Everyone.

Thank you for joining us this morning for another fun challenge at Crafting with Cristina.  For this week's Companion Challenge we are asked to make an Interactive Card.  Huh? as some of you are probably asking.  Well, I'm sure we have all seen them around.  Examples of Interactive cards are Spinner Cards, Accordion Cards, Shaker Cards...you get the picture. Basically any card that moves!!!

I was really looking forward to this challenge because I have never made one.  I have to admit, I was a little nervous about it, but this was probably the best way to get me to make one. lol

I decided to make a suspension card.  If you would like to see a tutorial for this just click HERE.

The little tag with sentiment is computer generated.

So the little tag in the middle has two sides to it. 

The front side says, "Kiss Me"

and the back side says, "I'm Irish"

So when you open the card, it spins around. 

Super cute right?

Cut the 3 leaf clover with Paper Doll Dress Up cart
using my Imagine.
The little face is by PKS Happy Lashes.

This cute lit guy I cut out using my Imagine
 and the PDDU cart as well.
Whats a leprechaun without some bling right??

I hope you guys are inspired to give one of these Interactive cards a try.  Go on over to Crafting with Cristina for some more great cards and inspiration by our amazing Cristina and our Design Team!!

I hope you join us for this fun challenge.  Can't wait to see what you guys create.  Plus don't forget about the great prizes!! Get all the details at CWC!!

Happy Valentine's Day & Winners!

I want to wish everyone tons of love, smiles, friendships, and kindness all year round!! 

Thank you to all of my crafty and talented friends in the blogging world for making this such a fun experience!!

Now onto our winners!!

The winner of the You Say its your Birthday hop and the Happy Hauntings cart is....

Congratz Tammy!!

The winner of the Love at First Sight hop and the Old West cart is....

Congratz Alex!!

I will be emailing you ladies shortly.

Now you still have time to enter for the Sweethearts Giveaway by clicking HERE. 

I will draw a winner on Wednesday.

Have a wonderful Valentine's Day everyone and a great week!!

Elsa xoxo

Let's Celebrate

Hey Everyone. I'm back tonight with a second post of the day. Our dinner plans got cancelled tonight, so whats the next best thing?  .......Scrapbooking of course!!
Anyways, here's a quick little card I made.

Recipe:
Simply Charmed Cart-cupcake
Just Because Cart-shaped card
Sizzix 3dots embossing folder
Pks Happy Lashes
TPC Studio Greetings Stamp Set
Stickles

Challenges:
Throwback Thursday with Emma

Cooking with Cricut

Scrappy Moms Terrific Tuesday

Peachy Keen Stamps Tuesday Challenge

Thanks everyone for joining me. I hope you all have a wonderful Valentine's Day!!

Elsa xoxo

How You Doin'

Hey there my bloggy friends.  I hope you are all having a great weekend.

This morning I decided to make this cute lit tag for some challenges. I hadn't entered any challenges for a while and I was dying to get back into it. I've listed my challenges below, and as you can see I scored!! lol

Recipe:
Tags,Bags,Boxes & More-heart tag
Whimsy Stamps-Mr.Ladybug stamp
Celebrate Valentine from Micheals-Ribbon
40:31 Creations-Love stamp set
Recollections Pearl Stickers

Challenges:
Jitterbuggin'

MelJen's Challenge

Paper Cutz

Card Makin' Mamas

Stamp Something

Ooh La La

Our Creative Corner

Craft Your Passion

Crafty Creations

Simon Says

More Than Favors

Happy Valentine's Day!!

Elsa xoxo

Flaunt It Fridays-PaperDollDressUp Blog Hop

Happy Friday Everyone and Good Morning!!

Welcome to Flaunt It Fridays Paper Doll Dress Up Blog Hop!! So excited to have you all join us!!

If you have just hopped over from Lisa then you are in the right place.  

If you've just happened to come by and would like to join us from the beginning, then click HERE.

For this weeks challenge, we are to use the Raggedy Ann and/or Raggedy Andy cut found in the Paper Doll Dress Up cartridge. Now I must admit, I have had this cart Foreverrrrrrrrrrr and have never used it until now.  So I was really excited about this challenge!!

Here is my project...

I used my Imagine for this cut. I don't know about you, but
I find the imagine is so much faster and easier for cuts that have so many parts to it.
The sentiment is computer generated.
I used PKS Everyday Character Faces on her.

I have a ton of birthdays coming up so I'm sure I will be using this cute lit tag very soon.

For my second project I made this cute lit desk calendar...

Again, I used the Imagine for this lit guy and for the 3 leaf clovers.
The calendar and dates are also computer generated.
I used PKS Happy Lashes for this one. 

So after hopping I hope you have all been inspired to join us for this fun challenge!

I would love to see what cute projects you all make with these fun cuts.

Also, make sure you stop by all of the talented DT members and leave a comment on ALL of them to be eligible to win the Grand Prize on Janis' blog!!  The grand prize is the Wide Eyed Kids Assortment Stamp set from Peachy Keen Stamps!! WooHoo. Would love those!!

Speaking of prizes....

I don't have any candy for you on this post but I do have 3 Cricut Cartridge giveaways going on right now!!! You can enter in all 3 and I will be choosing a winner next week.

Click HERE to enter.

Click HERE to enter.

Click HERE to enter.

Thank you everyone for coming by today and hopping with us.  I really do appreciate all of your sweet, sweet comments!

Have a fun, fun weekend!!

You Say Its Your Birthday

***If you are looking for the FCCB Share the Love Hop, click HERE***
***If you are looking for Love at First Sight Hop, click HERE***


Good Morning Everyone.

Let me start off by wishing the sweet and talented Ashley a very happy birthday!! She is just turning 11 years old and already has a very successful blog up.  You can visit her here and show her some birthday love!! Tons of birthday wishes and hugs out to you Miss ASHLEY!!!! 

Todays hop, You Say Its Your Birthday is inspired by the Beatles and their songs.  

You should have arrived from the sweet and talented Lisa.  If you've just arrived and would like to start from the beginning then click HERE.

I must say this was a bit of a challenge for me.  Obviously I know who they are, but I had never really stopped and listened to their music before.  I have to say this was a very nice learning experience.  I think I am definitely a fan now!!

My card for Ashley was inspired by the song "And I Love Her".
     I give her all my love
     That's all I do
     And if you saw my love
     You'd love her too
     I love her
     She gives me ev'rything
     and tenderly
     The kiss my lover brings
     She brings to me
     And I love her

So here is my card...

The cute digi is from Di's Digi Designs. The
sentiment is computer generated.

Perfect. Dont you think?? Hope you guys like it.  Make sure to stop by all of the talented ladies on the hop for some fun and great inspiration. Plus there will be prizes along the way as well.
Now what is a hop without some yummy candy??  I will be giving away...

All you have to do is:

1. Leave me a comment

2. Become a follower

For extra chances, you can:

3. Post my candy on your sidebar

and leave me a comment you did

4. Post my blinky on your blog and leave me 

a comment as well.

(US shipping addresses only)

I will pick a winner via Random.org on 2/14, Valentine's Day

So now, head on over to Glenda and see what she has in store for you!!

Have a great week everyone!!

FCCB #46-Share the Love Crawl

***If you are looking for Love at First Sight Hop, click HERE***

Welcome to Fantabulous Cricut's "Share the Love" Crawl!!  For those of you that are new to FCCB, a Crawl is their version of a blog hop.  

With Valentine's Day only a week away, everyone at FCCB has decided to Share the Love!  All of our super talented Design Team members have made some amazing and fun Valentine-themed projects that include the word "LOVE" somewhere on it. 


If you just crawled over from the sweet and talented Cathy, then you're in the right place.  If you've just happened across my blog and would like to play along with our FCCB Crawl, then click HERE to start at the beginning.


Make sure to check out each DT member's blog for some amazing projects and fun ideas.  There will also be some yummy Candy along the way and a Grand Prize up for grabs at FCCB for one participant that submits a "Share the Love" project at FCCB!! WooHoo!! 


Ok, so for my project I made this super cute treat box.  If you would like to see a video tutorial on how to make it, you can visit the amazing Cricut Chick HERE.

I used Rock Princess to cut out the large heart.
I cut out the "Love" with my Robotz cart.
The decorative heart pins and the acetate heart are from
K&Company.

I cut out this sentiment with Designer's Calendar.
The flowers are a combo of Prima and Recollections.
I used Easy Stitches by Paper Pizzaz to make the stitching
around the square.

The letters "e" and "a" are chipboard letters I've had for some time now.
The "&" was cut with Sugar & Spice.
Cut the heart with Create A Critter.
The heart shaped brads are from Recollections.
Also used these cute lit' Alpha Beads from Darice.

This cute lit' bear I was super excited about. It was my first time using Paper Piecings!
I got him at My Scrap Chick.  Isn't he so cute??
I used HelloKittyGreetings to cut out the heart shaped balloons.
The sentiments are all free hand.

The treat box is made with a few 12x12 pieces of cardstock.
It is pretty durable and a good size.
I added about 5 different types of ribbon all different widths.

This will definitely make a super cute gift for someone.  I will probably
fill it up with some kind of candy. mmmmmm yummy.

Now it's your turn! Lets see what fantabulous Valentine-themed projects you come up with!! Don't forget to include the word "LOVE" somewhere on your project.

For your next stop, you will be crawling over to the fantastic Erin.  Head on over for some more amazing inspiration! When you're done, make sure to link up your project to FCCB's Share the Love Crawl post to be entered for the Grand Prize!!

Speaking of prize, I have some yummy candy for you!! In honor of Valentine's day, I will be giving away the Sweethearts Cartridge!!

All you need to do is:

1. Leave me a comment

2. Be a FOLLOWER

(must have a US shipping address)

If you want extra chances, then:

3. Post my giveaway on your sidebar and leave me 2nd comment

4. Add my blinky to your blog and leave a 3rd comment

I will pick the winner on Wednesday, Feb 16th using Random.org.

Good luck everyone and thank you so much for coming by!!

Have a wonderful Valentine's Day Everyone!!

Love At First Sight Blog Hop

Good Morning Everyone!

Thank you so much for joining us today for the Love At First Sight Blog Hop hosted by the sweet and talented Sandra of 365 Days of Cricut.  If you've just hopped over from Ruthie then you are in the right place.  If you've just happened to come across the hop and would like to join us from the beginning, then click HERE.

Today we are celebrating a few of Sandra's very special dates.  First, we are celebrating Sandra's anniversary of when she met her husband 8 years ago.  She says it was "Love at First Sight." Second, we are celebrating Sandra's 7th Wedding Anniversary which is also in February.  Finally, we are celebrating Valentine's Day. Wow, so much love going around!!!

Sandra asked us to make a LOVE-Themed Gift for someone that we love.  This person can be anybody (significant other, parent, sibling, child, etc.).
I made my project for my middle sister.  She is 3 years younger than I am. She got married a little over a year ago. I thought I would make this for her and give to her as a Valentine's Day present for her and her husband Mike.

The frame I bought at Joann's. 
I used my 50% off coupon, which made it very affordable.
I always like that!! 

This sentiment I cut out using my Sweethearts cart.
The cute lit' charms I've had and finally found the perfect place
for them.
The cardstock is DCWV, the Glitter Stack.

This picture is of my sisters' Wedding cake.
I lightened it to make it more of a light background.
The text and swirls are all computer generated.
I did add the lit' white beads on the glass. I placed them
on top of the ones from the picture. Gives it more of a 3D effect.
The butterfly punch is from Marvy Uchida. Its hard to see, but it
also embosses. It's beautiful.

These flowers are a mix of Prima and Recollections.
The swirls with the cute lit' butterflies are
Recollections, Boutique Fleur.

The metal word pin is from ScrapEssentials.
The bling is Recollections.

I think this last picture is my favorite of her grabbing his booty!! lol

I also want to share a picture of me and my husband at our wedding...

Hard to believe this was 5 years ago.  Seems like yesterday!!

Good times!! 

I hope you have enjoyed your visit.  Please make sure you stop by everyone's blogs and leave a comment on all of them for a chance to win one of several Grand Prizes on Sandra's blog!!

WooHoo!! Now speaking of candy.....yep, I have some too!!

I will be giving away.....drum roll please.....

All you have to do to win is:

1. Leave me a comment

2. You must be a Follower

That's it. Easy peasy. If you would like extra chances then:

3. Post a picture of my giveaway on your sidebar 

and leave me a second comment letting me know you did so

4. For a third entry, post my blinky on your blog

and leave me a 3rd comment for that as well.

(I'm sorry, but US shipping addresses only)

I will be choosing a winner via Random.org on Valentine's Day (2/14).

So you have until then to enter.

Ok, now on to your next stop.  You will be hopping over to the amazing Angelica.  

Thank you again for coming by!!

Have a Great Weekend Everyone!!

Flaunt It Fridays-Indie Art

Good Morning Everyone.

Thanks again for joining us for another fun Flaunt It Fridays Challenge!!  We have a fun cut for you this week.  We are using the gorgeous luscious lips from Indie Art.  


I made this cute lit treat box.....

Aren't those the most gorgeous lips ever?? lol
This cute lit treat box is super easy to make and takes no time at all.  You can find instructions on how to make it over at A Crafty Little Place by clicking HERE.  This is a great project for party favors, school parties or teacher's gifts.  You can also fit gift cards and tea bags in here perfectly.  


Make sure you guys head on over to FIF and check out all of the Design Teams' projects!! I hope you join us for the challenge. I can't wait to see what you create!!


Materials used:

• 6x6 design paper
• Indie art cart
• sentiment is computer generated, printed on velum paper.
• heart shaped brads

Have a Fun Weekend Everyone!!

Crafting with Cristina's Companion Challenge #16 Valentine'sDayProject

Good Morning Bloggy Friends,

Thanks for joining us for another awesome Companion Challenge hosted by the super talented Cristina of Crafting with Cristina!

We have a fun challenge for you this week.  You are to make a Valentine's Day Project, but it cannot be a card! Yep. So get those wheels turning and see what you can come up with.  Visit Cristina and the other DT members for some inspiration. Can't wait to see what you guys make.
This is my project...

Cardstock is from ScrapMatters.com which I downloaded and printed.
Also used K I Memories & Core'dinations.
The ribbon is from Micheals Holiday Inspiration line.

This cute lit' mailbox I cut out with a SVG file that I found at SVG CUTS. It was my first time using SVG files and SureCutsALot. I think i'm a new fan!! Super easy and fun!

The felt hearts are Martha Stewart and Creatology.
I used Sweethearts cart to cut the "for you" sentiment.
Also used 40:31 Love Stamp set for the "be mine" I stamped
on the heart.

I haven't decided what I'm going to put in it, but isn't that cute?

I could probably put some candy or the Valentine's cards the boys will 

get at school.

I used DoodleCharms to cut out the mailbox lever?handle? arm? Whatever its called. lol
I cut the "oxo" with Sweethearts cart.
"Kiss me" is also from 40:31 Love Stamp Set.
The cute li't heart brad is Recollections.

There you have it.  I hope you guys like it! Thanks for coming by everyone.