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Thursday, June 30, 2011

All American Blog Hop! (With Blog Candy!!!!!)


Hi Everybody!
If you just came from the very creative Paula's blog @ http://www.owlbescrappin.com then you are in the right spot!   If you just stumbled into this Blog Hop, then by all means join us!  This is a great hop featuring All American Crafts. Please head over to see Jenny at http://www.crazyaboutcricut.blogspot.com to start from the very beginning.  Be sure to read to the very end to have 2 chances at blog candy!


Thank you for joining us for the All American Blog hop!  We are sharing projects that celebrate anything American!  So anything like BBQ's, family picnics, 4th of July, or more.  I created a 4th of July layout using pictures from 2009.  (Yes, I'm still behind in my scrapping!) 


Sorry for the bad picture!  It's raining outside and unless I wanted the flash reflection, this is the best I could get today!  I made a two page 12x12 layout for the Fourth of July.  I based it all on textured cream cardstock and used a deep red to mat all the photos.
Here are photos of each page separately.
Left page...

Right page...

I then used EK Success Fresh Cuts FC014 Free & Brave.  This is a page of cardstock accents that you hand cut out (yuck!)  and then can use.  I love that they are pre-done, but sometimes I feel like spicing them up.  That's what I did today.  Although the cardstock accents are 2-d, they have buttons, brads and fibers printed on them.  Today I added whatever accent they had printed myself, creating 3-d embellishments.  This is a combination of three accents that I set together to make the title.  I popped the title up with foam tape and adhered buttons with fibers to everywhere that they were printed.  Using glue dots helped make the buttons stick!

Another accents featured cute white stars.  Luckily I had these brads in my stash and they looked great, so I added them to the hat!

Another accent were these cute photo corners (all 2-d) with printed fiber knots on each one.  I tied my own little red fiber knows and stuck them over the printed ones.  This is the only photo I didn't mat, but with the photo corners, it stands out on its own.

This heart accent was cute, but with a little spicing up, it is adorable!  I added the white button over the printed white button and then hand sewed the red fibers where it was printed.  This was a pain because I couldn't find my needle so I had to hand sew the heart and all the little ties in the buttons.  What one will do for creativity, right?

This is one of my favorite accents.  It was a 2-d flag with buttons printed where the stars should be.  I layered blue buttons with khaki fiber knots over the top. I actually threaded three buttons per fiber and made a string of them so it would be flatter.  (I tied a knot, then threaded one button, then a second and then a third and then tied the last knot.  This made little rows of three buttons!)

Blog candy chance #1 Scrapping at the McCalley House:

There are several ways to get an entry!
1.  Comment on today's post = 1 entry
2.  Become a follower (or already are one) = 1 entry
3.  Mention my blog on your blog (give me the address of yours to see!) = 1 entry!
**Just be sure to leave your contact information for me!**

I will use the Random Number Generator on Sunday, July 11th to find a winner!  Winners must be within the US and respond to my email within 5 days to claim the prize.

Blog candy chance #2 From CrazyaboutCricut 
There are a couple of GREAT prizes to win today!  You can win a Scrap 'n Tote!!  You can also enter to win this AWESOME prize pack from Post-it! There is also the BBQ set of stamps from Peachy Keen!

To enter to win the prizes:
1. You must leave a comment on all of the blogs in the hop.
2. Please be a follower of Crazy About Cricut.
That's it!  Winners will be announced July 7th!  

Thank you, now please head over to see Sandra's amazing project at Sandra @ http://www.sweetpeascards.blogspot.com/

Here is the lineup in case you get lost or need to stop along the way:
Heather @

72 comments:

  1. The first two blog do not seem to have their blog posts up this morning. Cute LO. TFS.

    Tami
    http://scrappinrabbitdesigns.blogspot.com

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  2. Super cute layout!! TFS! I am a follower.

    amandawoodau at hotmail dot com

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  3. Very sweet LO I just bacame a follower. TFS Having trouble with a few of the blogs no hop posts? TFS
    http://ladyluvbug.blogspot.com/
    Big Blog Hugs

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  4. Love all the elements you used. I am a follower
    http://digipage-blog.everything-digital-scrapbooking.com/

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  5. OMGsh.. tooo cute!! Great LO's and love the details!!

    Hugs,
    Tanya

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  6. Love the layouts!! Very cute!!

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  7. cute pages! have a fun and safe 4th weekend!

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  8. Great LO... I love how you showcased the individual details with close-up shots. Terrific job.

    TFS, Cheryl @ CardsbyCG.blogspot.com

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  9. So cute! I love the adorable elements on your pages and the pics on it are so sweet! I think all scrapbookers are behind on scrapbooking! I did LOs from 2006 and 2007 this week!! YIKES!

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  10. Super cute LO!! I love all the detail in it.. Have a wonderful weekend :)

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  11. I love all the extras you put on your lay out!! The buttons add an extra depth that I have always thought was nice. Thank you for giving me some more ideas to start working on lay outs.

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  12. Very cute! love the cutie in the pics!

    Darlene
    desaucier at bellsouth dot net

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  13. Love your Layout!!!! I'm behind on my Scrapbooking to. Just became a follower. :0)
    cindymarshall63 at hotmail dot com

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  14. That layout is amazing! I love the heart with the buttons.

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  15. Loving this! You did a great job with the accents and the details in the embellishments!

    ~Ruby

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  16. Am now following you. Would love to win....Your layouts are so cute. The corrugated chipboard/cardstock is a great additions. Have a great 4th of July. Ü vandyzfam@sbcglobal.net

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  17. Very cute layout!!! TFS :)

    pruttybird at comcast dot net

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  18. I am new follower :)

    pruttybird at comcast dot net

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  19. Very cute layout! I am a new follower!

    america57@comcast.net
    chrissandlou.blogspot.com

    Hey come over to my blog I am giving away a Mickey and Friends Cricut Cartridge to one LUCKY follower!

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  20. Love your LO! My favorite part is how you used the cardboard and really made it blend in beautifully with the look you were going for! Thanks!
    Lisa
    summer_sunset54@hotmail.com
    www.lisascreativeniche.blogspot.com

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  21. Adorable layout! Just too cute! I love your work, all the elements came together great! TFS!
    I am a follower and have posted this on my blog!

    http://brittaninguyen.blogspot.com/2011/06/mccalley-blog-hop-giveaway.html

    Nicki121986@hotmail.com

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  22. I love projects with buttons! I am a little afraid to try...maybe I should just get on with it! Happy 4th!

    kteachone@gmail.com

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  23. Cute LO, I love the photo corners. Thanks for sharing.
    Dawn RI
    abosoffit@hotmail.com

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  24. Love your layout! The flag is one of my favorites =)

    skcactusflower75 at hotmail dot com

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  25. Very nice layout with many lovely details!

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  26. Aren't those EK fresh cuts fun?! I keep forgetting I have some left.

    ~ Tammy

    tammy dot schmitt at mac dot com

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  27. I'm a new follower. Glad I found you on the hop:-)

    ~ Tammy

    tammy dot schmitt at mac dot com

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  28. What a beautiful layout. I love all of your little accents.

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  29. cute!!!!!!
    photo corners are great!!!

    Monica

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  30. Ok I"m a new follower.
    I've also advertised your site and this hop on my blog found here

    http://happyscrappn2.blogspot.com/

    How fun!

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  31. Love the layout. Am a new follower. TFS.

    mjblahnik56@hotmail.com

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  32. I love al your project! so great! joydee1963 at yahoo dot com

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  33. I am a follower,joydee1963 at yahoo dot com

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  34. i am following you, too! (charligirl88@yahoo.com)

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  35. AND! i posted on my blog about your candy... YUM-MAY! (charligirl88@yahoo.com)

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  36. wonderful job ... love the layout

    Leah
    leah@leahscarddesigns.com

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  37. I love how you made the embellishments yours but adding such cute details. The flag is my favorite. TFS.

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  38. Love your layout, it's beautiful!. I'm a new follower. Mentioning your blog on my blog.

    http://AnnetteASalinas.blogspot.com

    AnnetteASalinas@aol.com

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  39. I love all the sewing detail and the added 3D effect of the 2D items. I have some of these stashed away and am going to find them now. Great LO. I love all the detail. tfs Tami
    tambo1010atcomcastdotnet

    Tambo's Creations

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  40. new follower. tfs Tami
    tambo1010atcomcastdotnet

    Tambo's Creations

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  41. OK, I didn't find a blinkie for you, so I used your flag banner from your LO as a blinkie in my side bar, on my blog, with your blog name and a link back to your blog. tfs Tami
    tambo1010atcomcastdotnet

    Tambo's Creations

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  42. Love your layout! Your attention to detail is fantastic! Nice job!
    Tina
    www.myhoppyplace.blogspot.com

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  43. nice job on the layout. Your details make all the difference! Peggie
    barker944atmsndotcom

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  44. Great layouts! I love the rustic look!

    Jenn
    jenniferreavis@sbcglobal.net
    http://scrap-a-tude.blogspot.com

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  45. Love your layout!!

    justina1218 at aim.com
    www.justmycrafts.blogspot.com

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  46. I am a new follower too!!
    justina1218 at aim.com
    www.justmycrafts.blogspot.com

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  47. Simple and very cute layout. Love it! thanks for sharing all the little details. Looks great.
    sandrav9288@yahoo.com
    http:ohmyscraps2u.blogspot.com

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  48. Lovin the embellies!! Patriotic pages are so fun to do because they are so full of color!!

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  49. I love your layout!!! All your details are amazing! thank you for sharing!

    rickettscricuts@yahoo.com

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  50. Loved the layout. Lots of cute details especially the photo corners. So cute.

    Babe
    youiesmom@att.net

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  51. I'm already a follower.

    Babe
    youiesmom@att.net

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  52. cute layout i love how you made all the embellishments your own.. very nice touches you added. thanks for sharing and the chance to win.
    -jamie
    babyblueangel_30@yahoo.com

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  53. Great LO!! Love all the embellishments! New follower here! :)
    ♥ Laura ♥
    tweetyb@satx.rr.com
    http://laurascraftsandmore.blogspot.com/

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  54. Oops! New follower should have been on this comment! :)
    ♥ Laura ♥
    tweetyb@satx.rr.com
    http://laurascraftsandmore.blogspot.com/

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  55. Love the handmade embellishments to your layout, especially the flag! Happy Independence Day -- Home of the Free because of the Brave.

    Fondly,
    Ellen ♥ CardMonkey
    www.cardmonkey-business.blogspot.com
    E-mail: cardmonkey@comcast.net

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  56. Cute layout one more year closer to catching up.
    Thanks for sharing
    karenk3 at ameritech dot net

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  57. I became a follower.
    Thanks for sharing
    karenk3 at ameritech dot net

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  58. Very cute layouts! I love the detail you have added especially in your embellishments! Great work!

    Shelley
    http://carleys-closet.blogspot.com
    shelleymace21@gmail.com

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  59. very nice lo. like how you added your own touch to the embellishments to make them 3d. i'm a crazy about cricut follower. tfs.
    littlen44atgmaildotcom

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  60. i'm a new follower of your blog.
    littlen44atgmaildotcom

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  61. i posted about your blog.
    http://becausenoracan.blogspot.com/

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  62. Love your layout!!! The pictures are so great. TFS

    http://www.creationswithkathryn.com
    creationswithkathyrn@yahoo.com

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  63. Very cute layout!!! :-)


    -Sam :-)

    SamanthaJDesigns @ hotmail.com
    SamanthaJDesigns.blogspot.com

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  64. love the layout! the buttons on the flag are adorable
    kacee
    mcvicwif@Yahoo.com
    youhadmeatscrap.blogspot.com

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  65. I love this layout! The buttons are my favorite part:)

    Julie
    Cricut Chick
    cricutchick@rocketmail.com

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  66. Oh my goodness--The first picture of the whole layout didn't do it justice! I was amazed by all the detail in the following pics. Awesome!

    http://barbshobbyhighlights.blogspot.com/

    bborre at hotmail dot com

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  67. I"m a new follower. Thanks for the chance to win!

    bborre at hotmail dot com

    http://barbshobbyhighlights.blogspot.com/

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  68. Love your projects, I am a follower.
    Kathy
    Katsews at gmail dotcom

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  69. what a great 4th of july layout! Thank you for the inspiration!

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