Friday, August 20, 2010

Scrapbook Pal Blog HOP!

Welcome to the Scrapbook Pal Blog Hop where you have the chance to win a Cricut cartridge of your choice just by hopping to the Scrapbook Pal blog, becoming a follower and then visit each of the DT's blogs and leave a comment! Be sure to start at the Scrapbook Pal blog and end there as well saying you completed the hop.

I love crafting projects with my Circut and it fun to discover all the unique and versatile ways you can use die cuts. Scrapbook Pal is a wonderful store to buy all your Cricut, Cuttlebug and other supplies from as their prices are really low and they offer FREE shipping on orders of only $25 or more! Not many stores offer that!

For my project I worked the fabulous Wall Decor and More cartridge and altered this journal that I picked up at Michael's for $1! These make great gifts and also great personal journals or note books. Here is what I did:

I selected the bird image and cut it at 3 1/2" twice, once for the top layer and once for the bottom layer and adhered them together.

Then for my leaves I cut two at 1 1/2" and one at 1", just cutting the swirly layer.

For my sentiment I chose the phrase, "Count Your Blessings" and cut it at 1 1/4".

I inked my edges with Creamy Brown Fluid chalk Cat's Eye ink and made my Victoria embossed bird cut sparkle using the Sakura Clear Star Gelly roll pen. I also embossed my mat with Swiss Dots and I also glued on some rhinestones, lace and a silk flower.

Now be sure to visit the rest of the DT and I hope YOU win the cartridge of your choice:)

ScrapbookPal Blog (http://scrapbookpal.blogspot.com/)
Jamie Cripps (http://jamielanedesigns.blogspot.com/)
Rowena Valentine (http://www.creativegenealogyscrapbooking.com/)
Crystal Butler (http://crystalscraftycreations.blogspot.com/)
Amy Crockett (http://www.scrappingmommy.com/)
Tammy White (http://theeventqueen.blogspot.com/)
Leah Cornelius(http://paperblossoms.blogspot.com/) *you are here:)*
Tomi Ann Hill (http://tomieannie.blogspot.com)
Cheryl Walker (http://sweeetdesignsbycheryl.blogspot.com/)
ScrapbookPal Blog (http://www.scrapbookpal.blogspot.com/)

99 comments:

Tonya said...

I'm here on the blog hop! I really like your altered notebook. The bird, the lace, and the different textures are just so nicely put together. I scrolled down and your cards are very pretty. THanks for sharing! I am on to the next blog...

Gloria Westerman said...

This is really pretty....I love it....thank you for the inspiration.....I don't have this cart but I think its on the short list for sure....

Adrea said...

Very nice project. Thanks for sharing!

GiGi said...

This is BEAUTIFUL! So cute!

Unknown said...

What a great project! Love that cart! Thanks for sharing...I'm now a follower. Check out my blog at http://karelj.blogspot.com and vote for your favorite entry!

Scrappin' Sista said...

What a wonderful gift. TFS!

Christel
www.onescrappinsista.blgospot.com

Melissa said...

This is gorgeous and the color combination is absolutely perfect! TFS!

Melissa
www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com

Tasha said...

Wow this is stunning i would never think to use my cricut for this type of project. SO beauiful
thanks for a fab hop
love tasha xx

Denni said...

ooooh this is nice!! I love the embossing and the touch of lace. So pretty! :)

pammie~k said...

love the altered journal - and bling is always in style - aas are blessings

Jessica Wekenman said...

Beautiful altered notebook! I love the lace and the bling! So pretty!

andejean said...

Wow! What an elegant gift! I Love it!

Kelly said...

Love the altered journal. I'll have to make one for my daughter.

Julie518 said...

Birds are my FAVORITE! Thanks for the inspiration!

Bonnie Garby said...

Great altered notebook. I love your style. Thanks for sharing!

Glenna said...

very pretty

My Inkie Fingers said...

Ouuu! I love this project!! TFS (Hopin off now)

KB said...

This is beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing your talent

My Inkie Fingers said...

Oops.. This link isn't working
Tomi Ann Hill (http://iloveprettypaper.blogspot.com/)

Jacilynn said...

just perfect! Love this project.
:)

Scrappy said...

Very beautiful! I love the colors! Thanks for sharing!

Anonymous said...

OMG...my favoriate colors are lavender and sage, and you just made my day with this beautiful project!!! Thanks for sharing

Hugs,
- Sherrell

Kelly Massman said...

Love the journal!

- - Sheryl - - said...

love to alter things. Especially when they are 1.00 - fab job!!

Amy C said...

What a beautiful notebook, Leah!! I love the embossing and glitter on it. The images from this cart would be fabulous to emboss.

Cheryl Walker said...

Beautiful notebook hun!!! Love it, and love all the details :)

Have a lovely weekend!!
Hugs,
Cheryl

jennyplace2 said...

Very pretty and what a great ideal for your loved ones. Thanks for sharing!

Ginny said...

I LOVE the bird! Very pretty

DtsArt said...

darling journal

Lori said...

Beautiful! I think I need to get the Wall Decor cart after all!!!

beejay said...

Beautiful, love your flower, TFS!
www.beejaysstudio.blogspot.com

TheFishie said...

Fun project. Thanks for sharing!

Jacki920 said...

Very pretty thank you for sharing it!!

Lori in SC said...

Very nice journal, tfs

Jessica said...

I use composition books as journals, they are so tough they last forever! I've decorated 3 and am getting ready for my 4th. And have run dry, now I have new thoughts for my next one. Thanks a bunch.

Unknown said...

This is so cute!

tamara_bennett7@hotmail.com

Connie said...

Great blog hop! Great inspiration!

Maria said...

That is stunning! I love everything about it! Great work! Your whole blog is amazing. I am becoming a follower.

PlumTuckered's Paper Plays said...

Wonderful! Altered Journals are my favorite :-)
Congrats on the first BlogHop!

connie said...

I love this your altered notebook!

Anonymous said...

This would be such a nice gift for my Bible Study gals. I have a lot of journals I can alter.

Jeannie from PolkaCabana.wordpress.com said...

That is really a lovely journal, that would make a great gift for so many different occasions.

Karen S. said...

What a beautiful project! I really want this cartridge!

Jamie Lane Designs said...

Love the embossing! So elegant.

Mary Jean said...

very pretty!!!

Maureen Reiss said...

Wow!! Gorgeous notebook!! Thanks for the chance to win

capturinglifesart said...

What a great journal and I love your blog. Thanks for the chance to win!

4kids4 said...

What a pretty journal! I've never altered anything, but with all the terrific altered projects I've seen lately, I think I just might try! TFS!

Anonymous said...

Thank you for showing a wonderful project.

Taneill said...

I love your ideas! You are so creative!

Cardian Angel said...

Your journal is BEAUTIFUL!! Love all your creations on your blog. Your bows are amazing. TFS.

pwburns at nemr dot net

Cardian Angel/Wanda

Paula-Scrap Addict said...

LOVE it! I love altered art of all kinds :-)
~Paula

Maria said...

Wow! What a gorgeous journal, I love it.

Cheryl said...

Very pretty. I think I may do this for some of my daughter's friends for their birthdays.

Linda said...

love your altered notebook, actually i love all your projects. tfs


http://ikolinda-scrappinmomma.blogspot.com

iko dot linda at yahoo dot com

Vicki said...

Very pretty. I love those journals, but have never altered one. Thanks for sharing.

vwilson577 @ yahoo.com

Peggy T. said...

I'm here on the blog hop. Love your card. It's beautiful.

Ryansmaama said...

Came by for the blog hop. Love your project. Thanks for sharing.--Ryansmaama
gkburrow@cmaaccess.com

Luv-To-Scrap said...

What a great gift idea. Thanks for the hop.

TeresaKaufhold said...

HI! Found you through the blog hop! Love your work! I especially liked your Wall Decor and More project on the note book! Thanks for sharing!

Hey Jude said...

Love your altered book/journal, this would make a wonderful gift JSharer417@aol.com

D said...

I am so loving the gold flourishes on your bird. Definitely gives your journal an awesome effect. Bling is always awesome too :))

christyfamily said...

BEAUTIFUL project! Thanks for sharing!
kyleandsandy@sbcglobal.net

Anonymous said...

wonderful bloghop and such great ideas on each one, this is a great journal idea to pass along with a beautiful message, the colors are wonderful choices too
sherry mack
tookienurse@comcast.net

Anonymous said...

That is one gorgeous notebook, Leah! It's amazing to me that you can take something simple like a $1 notebook and make it into such a precious thing! I especially like the saying you chose. Hope you're enjoying your time away! Hugs, Deedee

just jayma said...

Love this project! thanks for sharing!

Lisa P said...

Very cute project! Bookmarking your blog so I can check it out more in-depth later on when I have more time! TFS!

jandokan said...

Great cover!!!

Jess (aka Sparksgal) said...

Very pretty! I love your cards as well. I bought a few of these planners at Michael as well and love the idea of altering them for gifts - thanks for the inspiration!

Anonymous said...

TFS love your work!
Brenda
brenda_pearce@yahoo.com

Unknown said...

Love, love the altering. The bird is awesome. TFS

craftymom205 said...

Love the altered book.

Karle said...

very creative idea. TFS xoxo
cake35@comcast.net

scrappin2babygirls said...

very cute.. all vintage I really like it!

Sandy S. (CraftyCreations) said...

Your cards have inspired me to make mine a little more detailed. Beautiful work. Love this blog hopping.

TheCraftyKitchen said...

Cute notebook! I don't own Wall Decor and More, maybe I need to add it to my list :)

AndiPandi said...

that is totally adorable!!!!

Heart2hand said...

Leah...what a nice blog...very pretty cards...Thanks for letting me take a peek...

Hugs
rhonda

Carolyn said...

Leah, your journal is beautiful. tfs

verolas said...

I think all you labies are very talented!! Im becoming addicted to all your blogs!! I love lerning new things

Kelli said...

Very cute. I have wanted to alter a journal or something similar, but wasn't sure about it. I may have to pick one of these $1 ones up and just try. Thanks for sharing.

Rose said...

Great idea I love it!You ladies are all so amazing,love this blog hop 3 more to go.TFS

Jessica said...

What an awesome opportunity - thanks for the inspiration from your blog and the chance to win!
xoxo Jessica

Cristen said...

i love your altered book. Great colors

Cristen

Gina Thornton said...

I am just learning to alter notebooks, and this is great inspiration! I love the added use of bling! Very nice!

Leah said...

Love your project. TFS

Shari said...

Great idea, now I have an idea for several of those $1 books I pick up from time to time. Thanks

The Crafter's Retreat said...

Very Creative.

Sheila said...

Cute just learned about bling and I like it! Thanks

Jodie R said...

Gorgeous journal! That bird is beautiful!

Anonymous said...

I am passing through on the blog hop. Very nice notebook =)
~Rosalynn

Unknown said...

Love your style. Passing through on the blog hop.

Kendra-Sue and Jamie said...

I'm loving the lace you used. It matches the rest of the colors nicely.

Unknown said...

What beautiful projects!

ladybugstamper said...

Love the journal, what a great idea thanks for sharing. Your blog is great too.

Thank You

Cynthia K.

pattyk said...

love your silhouette card -its wonderful -thanks millierose651@aol.com

Rosy C. said...

What a beautiful project!!! lovin' the color combo you chose. Great work!!!
Sweet Creations...
http://sweetdelightspapernmore.blogspot.com

aremus said...

I really like your altered notebook. Very nice job.

amandaremus at gmail dot com

FifthAvenueGirl said...

Very pretty project! TFS and for the chance in the blog hop.