12 Days of Christmas Blog Hop 11/24 -12/5 - Day 9

Hi everyone and welcome to the 12 days of Christmas Blog Hop!! Today is day # 9 and we have some very talented crafters for you today.  If you just arrived from Heather's Blog you are in the right place.  If you just happend to stop by for a visit, play along with us and start over at Lisa's Blog.  We have alot of fun holiday projects in store for you.

For my project today, I decided to make a card.  You can never have too many holiday cards on hand.  I recently discovered how much fun paper piecing can be, so I decided to make another one.  Here are all the details....

 

Card size is 5 1/2 x 5 1/2

 

Items used

Solid Cardstock - Recollections

Patterned Paper - My stash

Peachy Keen Stamps - "Skatin By"

Copic Markers - B02, YR 04, and R20

Martha Stewart - Nordic Snowflake Punch

Martha Stewart - Adhesive Gems

Memento Ink - "Black Tuxedo

Stickles -  "Stardust"

Silver Gel Pen

 

Well, I hope you have enjoyed my super simple card.  If you haven't tried paper piecing, definitely try it out...it really is a lot of fun!! 

 

Up next is the super talented Ashley, I can't wait to see what fun project she has created. Don't forget that Lisa has some amazing sponsers for this 12 day hop!!  Check out today's giveaway over at her blog.

 

Thanks for stopping by!!

 

Crafty Hugs,

Diana

 

 

 

 

Christmas Home Decor Blog Hop

Hi Everyone,
Welcome to the Christmas Home Decor Hop! I am so happy you have stopped by today!  You should have just come from Lisa's Blog.  If you just happened to stop by for a vist and would like to join in on the fun, please start over Shannon's Blog.  We have alot of creative talent on this hop and you wouldn't want to miss any of the fun! 

So for my project I decided to make some wall decorations for the holidays.  The ideas for this are endless and it's a great way to really personalize your home, especially if you are decorating with a particular theme.  I made these for my cousin who wanted to go with a Winter Wonderland theme this year.  Her colors are White, Creme, Silver & Gold.  Here are the complete details for my project.

 

Cartridges used
Winter Woodland

Other items used
Artist's Loft 8 x10 Canvas Value Pack (2) - Purchased at Michael's
Martha Stewart Gliiter Paint - Antique Silver
Solid cardstock - Recollections
Patterned Paper - Recollections "Tan Gingham"
Scotch Quick Dry Adhesive
Copic Marker - E30 "Bisque" (used around the edges of my die cuts)
Adhesive Gems - My stash
Stickles - Diamond & Icicle

Well, I hope you all liked my project :0)  Up next is Pat's Blog 

Thanks so much for joining us today!

Here is the complete lineup so you dont miss any stops.

Shannon - http://shannonleffew.blogspot.com/
Tonya - http://ittybittyladybugs.blogspot.com
Pam - http://lovebugcreations3.blogspot.com/
Esther - http://forthejoyofcreating.blospot.com/
Lisa - http://lisascreativeniche.blogspot.com
Diana - http://daisylovecreations.blogspot.com
Pat - http://patacakespages.blogspot.com
Shelly Lynn - http://kccroppers.blogspot.com

FCCB #138 - Be ye Thankful

Good morning friends,
Happy Monday!! I am super excited because today is my first post as a design team member over at Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog. I have been a huge fan of this Challenge Blog ever since I started crafting & blogging. To be a part of their DT is truly an honor for me.  So let's jump right in and get things started.  This week's challenge is to make a Thank You card.  Here are all the details of my card.

Card size is 5 x 7

Cartridges used
Elegant Edges:  Scalloped Circle w/Shadow
Plantin Schoolbook:  Flower

Other items used
Solid Cardstock - Recollections
Patterned Paper - my scraps
Martha Stewart Double Sided Adhesive Tape 1/2"
Martha Stewart Glitter - Golden Beryl
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder - Textile
Jaded Blossom - Flag Die 2
Tim Holtz Distress Ink - Tea Dye
Recollections Adhesive Embellishment
TPC Studios - Everyday Greetings
Memento Ink - Rich Cocoa

Hope you enjoyed my card today and make sure join us this week over at the Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog!  We would love to see your craft creations :0)

Thanks for stopping by!
Diana

Winners!!

Hi crafty peeps :0)

Sorry that I am a little late on announcing the winners of the last 2 blog hops that I participated in.  I meant to post it last night and got caught up with trying to organize my craft space.  It's sooooo out of control...lol!! Anyway lets not keep anyone in suspense and announce those winners....

The winner of The Glamorous Side of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary two day hop is....

#3 Janet's Planet

Janet said...I'm a follower, but I love that cupcake!! He so cute and looks good enough to eat! TFS
Janet Royer
rroyeratmadotrrdotcom



Up next is the winner of the Thankful Blog and the lucky person is....

#9 Nancy Kirkup

Nancy said....I love your card!! Your shape looks awesome and the embossing adds so much!
Nancy
alwaysastorycreationsbynancy.blogspot.com


Congratulations ladies!!  I will be contacting you both shortly so I can get your goodies out to you soon!!

Thank you to all the participants for a wonderful hop and welcome to all my new followers!! 

Crafty Hugs,
Diana

Cozy Little Christmas

Hello Crafty Friends,

Hope you are all having a wonderful week so far!  I wanted to share with all of you a card I finished up last night.  I was not able to post till today because of the lighting.  I wanted to get a good picture with natural light and I was able to capture it this morning before I headed off to work :0) 

So for my card today I tried out a new technique, paper piecing.  I have to say I just LOVE IT!!  I had never tried this before but I have seen so many awesome cards using this technique. I knew I had to try it out and I am so glad I did!!  Also, I tried out my new Copic Markers which I picked up at the Scrapbook Expo back in September.  While I could use some more practice, I think it came out pretty good for my first try ;0)  Here are all the details of my card.

Cartridge Used
Elegant Edges - Scalloped Circle w/shadow

Other Items Used
Solid Cardstock - Recollections
Patterned Paper - My Mind's Eye "Merry"
Memento Ink - Black Tuxedo
Peachy Keen Stamp - "407 Ginger Baby Oven Mitt"
Scrappy Mom's Stamps - "A Holiday to Remember"
Copic Markers - RV13, R20, B00, E31, & E35
Gem Adhesives - Recollections
White Gel Pen

I will be entering this card over at the Peachy Keen Challenge Blog.  Their challenge this week is "Anything Goes"

Well, I hope you all have enjoyed my card today.

Crafty Hugs,
Diana

Thankful Blog Hop!

Hello and welcome to the ‘Thankful’ Bloghop! This is the time of year we really reflect on what we have to be thankful for.  Some of the things I am most thankful for are: my family and friends, my job and the opportunity to share my passion for papercrafting with all of you :0) In this hop we will be showcasing projects that all have the word "thank" on them. Now if you just arrived from Lluvia's Blog then you are hoping in the right direction.  If you just happened to stop on by and would like to join us then please start over at Melanie's Blog.  So for my project, I decided to make a shaped card and I wanted it to be on the elegant side.  Here is what I came up with....

Cartridges used
Elegant Edges
Thanksgiving

Other items used
Solid cardstock - Recollections
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder - Textile
Joy's Life Stamps - It's all Fall Puns
Craft Smart Pigment Ink- Chocolate Brown
Gold Gel Pen
Gem Adhesives - Amber


I have blog candy to show my THANKFULNESS for everyone who visited my blog. To be eligible, you must become a follower of my page and leave a comment with a way for me to contact you. The lucky recipient will be chosen by Random.org and I will post the name Wednesday, Nov. 14.  One lucky winner will receive the following goodies

 

 

I hope you all have enjoyed my card today, up next is Jearise's Blog.

 

 

Here is the line-up in case you get lost.
Day 1, Saturday, Nov. 101. Melanie Rozwood http://afternoonscrapper.blogspot.com/
2. Miranda Enclade http://www.nanasscrapspot.com/

3. Elecia Reyes Betts http://creationsby-kahaulani.blogspot.com/
4. Robin Scott http://scrapandchat.blogspot.com/
5. Diana Saldivar http://thescrappytree.blogspot.com/
6. Melissa Sanders Chesser http://iamapapermaniac.blogspot.com/
7. Haidee Shableau http://created2bunique.blogspot.com/
8. Suzanne Roseberry http://www.zannieberry.blogspot.com/
9. Tara Barnes Bruening http://craftindesertdivas.blogspot.com/
10. Kristy http://scraptasticalkreations.blogspot.com/
11. Nancy Carter Kirkup http://alwaysastorycreationsbynancy.blogspot.com/

 

Day 2, Sunday, Nov. 11

1. Melanie Rozwood http://afternoonscrapper.blogspot.com/
2. Claire Rambo http://threewaterscreations.blogspot.com/
3. Jenn Jackson http://scraphappensembellishit.blogspot.com/
4. Robin Caroll http://cutonedesignsbyrobin.blogspot.com/
5. Ashlely Walker http://marinewifesscrappinlife.blogspot.com/
6. Amanda Youkilis http://a-prata-design.blogspot.com/
7. Misses Crafty http://sweetbirdmemories.blogspot.com/
8. Diana Rivero http://daisylovecreations.blogspot.com/
9. Jearise Havenga http://lorbysworld.blogspot.com/
10. Sarah Walker Woodring www.craftingwithsarah.blogspot.com
11. Charity Semczyszyn http://thebookinroom.blogspot.com/



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Glamorous Side of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary-Day 2!

Hello Crafty Friends,

Welcome back for day 2 of The Glamorous Side Of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary Blog Hop!! I am so happy that you could join us again today to continue the celebration for Ashley's Blogaversary!! If you just arrived from Paula's Blog, then you are on the right track. If you just dropped by for a visit to my blog and want to join in on the fun. Then please be sure to click here to start over at Ashley's Blog.  You certainly wouldn't want to miss out on all the fun projects we have in store ;0)

Now, for this 2 day hop Ashley gave us the option to pick from the following categories...

1. Clean and Simple
2. Kraft Cardstock
3. Faux Stitching
4. Paper Piecings
5. Shape

So for my second card I decided I would make it a Shaped one.  I also used Kraft Cardstock as my base and did a little Faux Stitching. Here are all the details of my card :0)

 

 

Cartridges Used

Celebrate with Flourish

Elegant Edges

 

Other Items Used 

Solid Cardstock  - Recollections

Patterned Paper - My scraps

My Creative Time Stamps - Piles of Smiles

Hemp Cord

White Gel Pen

 

Well, I hope you all liked my card for day 2 :0)

 

Up next is An'Jenic's Blog. But wait!! Before you go I have some blog candy for one lucky winner!!

 

Here is what you'll receive

1. Fancypants 6x6 Paper Pad "Winterland"

2. The Girls' Paperie Stamps "Vintage Whimsy"

3. Say it in Crystals - Adhesive Gems

4. Offray 1/4" width Ribbon (10 yards) - Aqua Blue

 

All you need to do to win is:

1.Become a follower of my blog, if you aren't already.
2.Post a comment for each day of this hop. (Remember twice the chance to win)
3.Make sure to leave a way to contact you.

The winner for my blog candy will be chosen on Wednesday-November 7th by random.org

Easy peasy..right :0)

Also, make sure to check out the yummy blog candy Ashley will be giving away to one lucky winner!!

 

I hope you all have enjoyed this hop and thanks for joing us!!

 

Crafty Hugs,

Diana 

The Glamorous Side Of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary Blog Hop - Day 1!

Hello Crafty Friends,

Welcome to The Glamorous Side Of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary Blog Hop!!  I am so happy that you could join us today to help celebrate Ashley's Blogaversary!! We have a great group of ladies here to celebrate along with Ashley this fun occassion!! If you just arrived from Paula's Blog, then you are on the right track.  If you just dropped by for a visit to my blog and want to join in on the fun.  Then please be sure to click here to start over at Ashley's Blog, you wouldn't want to miss out on all the fun ;0) This is a 2 day hop, so don't forget to stop by again tomorrow.

Now, for this 2 day hop Ashley gave us the option to pick from the following categories...

1. Clean and Simple
2. Kraft Cardstock
3. Faux Stitching
4. Paper Piecings
5. Shape

So for my first card I decided I would go with the Kraft Cardstock and Faux Stitching.  Here are all the details of my card :0)

 

Cartridge used

Create a Critter

Other items used
Kraft Cardstock - Recollections
Solid Cardstock - my scraps
Patterned Paper - My Mind's Eye "Life of the party"
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder - Happy Birthday
Peachy Keen stamps - "Happy Lashes Set"
TPC Stamps - "Everyday Greetings"
Memento Ink - Black Tuxedo
Colorbox Ink  - Frost White
Corner Rounder Punch
EK Success Edge Punch (sorry don't know the name)
EK Success Tag Punch
Twine - We R Memory Keepers "Limeade"
Starform Glitter Dot Stickers - Pink/Silver
Stickles - Brown
Glossy Accents (for the cherry)
Chalks
White Gel Pen

Well, I hope you all liked my card for Day 1.  Again, this is a 2 day hop so please make sure to join us again tomorrow :0)

Up next is An'Jenic's Blog. But wait!! Before you go I have some blog candy for one lucky winner!!

Here is what you'll receive

1. Fancypants 6x6 Paper Pad "Winterland"

2. The Girls' Paperie Stamps "Vintage Whimsy"

3. Say it in Crystals - Adhesive Gems

4. Offray 1/4" width Ribbon (10 yards) - Aqua Blue

 

All you need to do to win is:

1.Become a follower of my blog, if you aren't already.
2.Post a comment for each day of this hop. (Remember twice the chance to win)
3.Make sure to leave a way to contact you.

The winner for my blog candy will be chosen on Wednesday-November 7th by random.org

Easy peasy..right :0)

 

Also, make sure to check out the yummy blog candy Ashley will be giving away to one lucky winner!!

 

See you all tomorrow!!

Diana

Exciting News!!

Hi crafty friends,

I have some exciting news to share with all of you!!  I am now an official Design Team Member for....

Fantabulous Cricut Challenge Blog

 

 

I have been a fan of theirs for a very long time, so to be a part of this DT is beyond exciting!!  If you've never been to FCCB be sure to check them out. Every day of the week is something new and exciting to explore. And fun weekly challenges you won't want to miss!! Let the fun begin!!

 

Crafty Hugs,

Diana

Blog Hop Winners!!

Hi there crafty friends,
Hope you all had a wonderful Halloween!!  We had a lot of trick or treaters in our neighborhood.  It was so much fun to see all the different costumes. With all the fun, I totally forgot to announce the winners of my blog candy...oops!  So without further delay, here are the winners.

So the winner for the UnBOOlievable Blog Hop is.....

#17 - Connie

Connie said...

Hi Diana!! Love the treat bag!! Great fun!
So happy to hop with you!
Scrappy hugs,
Connie
http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com

 

Congrats Connie!!

 

 

Next is the winner of the Happy "Owl-A-Ween" Blog Hop and it is.......

 

 

 

#23 - Claire R

 

Claire R said...

 

Awesome easel card, love the papers you chose!
New follower!
TFS!
ClaireR
Three Waters Creations

 

Congrats Claire!!

 

I will be contacting you ladies soon!!  Thank you to all of you who joined in on the fun and welcome to all my new followers!!  I hope to visit you all soon :0) 

 

Don't forget, this Sunday & Monday Nov.4th-5th is Ashley's from Glamorous Side Of Scrapping 2nd Blogaversary!! There will be lots of crafty goodness and blog candy too :0)  So don't forget to stop on by!!

 

Crafty Hugs,

Diana

 

 

 

 

Happy Halloween!!

Good morning crafty friends and Happy Halloween!!  I hope your day is filled with lots of treats and no tricks :0)  For today, I wanted to share with all of you my last Halloween card for this year.  It was a fairly quick and easy card to put together, here are all the details.

 

Cartridges used

Elegant Edges (Card base & mats)

Simply Charmed (Bat)

 

Other Items used

Solid Cardstock - Recollections

Patterned Paper - Doodlebug "Haunted Manor"

Peachy Keen Stamps - Monster Mash Faces 1 1/8"

Scrappy Mom's Stamps - Bewitched  

Stickles - Purple

Memento Ink - Black Tuxedo

Doodlebug Twine - Black

Gel Pen

Chalks

Action Wobble 

 

Well, I hope you enjoyed my card for today.  Don't forget to check back later this evening for the announcement of the blog hop winners from the 2 blog hops this past weekend!! 

 

Happy Halloween :0)

Diana

 

Happy "Owl-A-Ween" Blog Hop!

Welcome to the: Happy "Owl-A-Ween" Blog Hop!

We have some of the very best crafters showcasing their projects using an owl with a Halloween theme! You will see cards, layouts, and altered art projects! We hope that our projects will inspire you to get crafty! If you arrived here from Beth's Blog then you are in the right place.  If you just stopped by for a visit, play along with us and start over at Suzanne's Blog.

For my project I decided to make an easel card, I just love easel cards!! They are a fantastic way to display a handmade card :0)

 

 

So here are all the details of my card

 

Card size is 5 1/4" x 5 1/4"

 

Cartridges used

Create a Critter - Cresent Moon

Create a Critter 2 - Owl with Witch Hat

 

Other items used

Solid Cardstock - Recollections

Patterned Paper - Doodlebug "Haunted Manor"

Sentiment - Computer generated

Trendy Twine - Grape Licorice

Starform Sticker Dots - Black/Silver (I just love these)

Chalks

Pop Dots

 

Well, I hope you all have enjoyed my card for today's hop.  Up next is Claire's Blog.  But wait!! Before you leave I have some Blog Hop Candy for one lucky winner :0)

 

 

Here is what you'll receive

 

1. Chipboard Album

2. An assortment of Halloween papers (4 sheets of ea. pattern)

3. Studio G - Jack-o-lantern Face

4. Inkadinkado - Halloween Puppy Clear Stamp

 

All you need to do to win is:

1.Become a follower of my blog, if you aren't already.
2.Post a comment for this hop.
3.Make sure to leave a way to contact you.

The winner for my blog candy will be chosen on Wednesday-October 31st  by random.org

Easy peasy..right :0)

 

A grand prize will be sponsored by: Zannie Berry http://www.zannieberry.blogspot.com

The grand prize winner will be announced on November 1. Yahoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Some crafters will also be giving away blog candy at their blog hop stops!

To be eligible to win the grand prize, you must visit all of the stops in the blog hop, become a follower of each blog hop (if you are not already), and leave a happy comment on each site! (Some crafters may have their own criteria for the blog candy they are giving away at their blog hop stop.)

Good luck! Happy scrapping! Have fun! Happy Halloween!

"UnBOOlievable" Blog Hop!!

Hi everyone! Welcome to Daisylove Creations and the "UnBOOlievable" Blog Hop! We are so happy that you could join us today. If you've arrived here from Liz's Blog, then you are definitely in the right place. If you've just happened to stumble upon this post and would like to play along with us, please start over at Lisa's Blog. We would love for you to join us!

Today's blog hop is all about Halloween. We have lots of fabulous projects for your viewing pleasure. You are sure to find some fantastic inspiration along the way. Please make sure to stop by all of the blogs as there are some really talented ladies on this blog hop :0)

I just love Halloween, the costumes, the decorations and let's not forget the candy ;0) So for my project I decided to make a little treat bag, here are the details.

 

 

For directions on how I made my treat bag and the exact dimensions I used please Click Here

 

Items used for this project

Witch Feet Die Cut - Silhouette Store

Solid Cardstock - Recollections

Patterned Paper - Recollections "Boo Who"

Timeless Twine - Lime Licorice

My Creative Time Stamps - "All around Halloween"

Lace Ribbon

Scallop Punch

Circle Punch

Starform Adhesive Glitter Dots - Black/Silver

Prismacolor Pencils

Well, I hope you enjoyed my little treat bag today :0)  Up next is Jessi's Blog  But wait before you go, I have another little treat...BLOG CANDY :0)

One lucky winner will receive the following goodies...

1. Chipboard Album
2. Martha Stewart - "Carnival" Mat Pad
3. My Thought's Exactly Stamp - "Jack-o-lantern"
4. Two (2) Metallic Glitter Ribbons (Orange and Purple)

All you need to do to win is:

1.Become a follower of my blog, if you aren't already.
2.Post a comment for this hop
3.Make sure to leave a way to contact you


The winner will be chosen on Wednesday-October 31st by random.org

Super easy ;0) - Good luck everyone and Happy Halloween!

Boo to you!!

Hi crafty friends,

Just a quick little post this evening.  I wanted to share with all of you a super simple card I whipped up when I got home from work today.  I had some goodies waiting for me at home...I just love happy mail  :0)  So of course, I had to put my new supplies to good use.  Here are all the details of my super quick & simple card.

Card size is 5 1/4" x 5 1/4"

Cartridge Used
Simply Charmed

Other items used
Kraft Cardstock - Recollections
Patterned Paper - Doodlebug "Haunted Manor"
Peachy Keen Stamps - The Cornies Face Assortment
Scrappy Moms Stamps - Bewitched
Memento Ink - Tuxedo Black
Starform Stickers Dots - Glitter Orange/Silver
Chalks
Black Gel Pen
Pop Dots

I am entering this card in the following challenge...

Peachy Keen Challenge #38 - Anything Goes

Well, I hope you all enjoyed my card.  Wishing you all a wonderful evening!

Crafty Hugs,
Diana

Hey Pumpkin!

Happy Friday Friends :0)

So excited the weekend is finally here!!!  I am planning on getting a little more crafting done over the weekend.  I am hoping to get my Halloween decorations up as well.  I just LOVE this time of year with all the holidays coming up.  Plus, my birthday is this month as well, so lots of celebrating with family & friends...YAY!!! Tonight I wanted to share another card I made. This time I used the original Create a Critter cart for my cute little pumpkin.  Here are all the details of my card :0)

Card Size is 5 x 5

Cartridge Used
Create a Critter

Other items used
Solid cardstock - Bazzill Basics
Patterned Paper - Martha Stewart "Halloween Carnival"
Peachy Keen Stamps - Pumpkin Faces
My Creative Time - All around Halloween
Memento Ink - Tuxedo Black
Pop Dots
Gold Gel Pen
Chalks

I will be entering this card in the following challenge...

My Sheri Crafts Challenge #95 - It's Picking Time (use Apples or Pumpkins)

Hope you all like my card and I will be back soon with another crafty project :0)

Crafty Hugs,
Diana