Friday, May 6, 2011

Want 2 SCRAP?



Yes, please!

It's Want2Scrap's BIG National Scrapbook Day Blog-Hop EXTRAVAGANZA!

Come and PLAY with us!



You KNOW Want2Scrap - it's your BEST one-stop-shop for BLING
and many THINGS, scrapbook related, and... folks... I GOT busy! But
before we get all into my drippy, unconditional love of da-bling......
Let me share with you some details about this fabulous hop:




Here are the words from the Mother Ship... {GET READY FOR SOME GOODNESS!}

Welcome to the Want2ScrapTM & NestablingTM Blog Hop. This is Want2Scrap's first blog hop, and we are hoping you will have fun, be inspired and maybe even end up with some Want2ScrapTM Goodies! There is no better way of enjoying National Scrapbook Day!

We are offering a Grand Prize of:
  • Chipboard Album
  • Baby Bling
  • 72 Count Rhinestone or Pearl Bling
  • SpellbindersTM Labels 11 Die Template
  • Labels 11 NestablingTM
  • $25 Gift Certificate
There will also be some hidden prizes including
  • Chipboard Album
  • Baby Bling
  • 72 Count Rhinestone or Pearl Bling
Now all you have to do is leave a comment on the Want2ScrapTM blog and each of the design team members blogs...
including our guest designer Julie Tucker- Wolek. You must comment on each blog to be eligible for a prize by Monday @ 4PM EST.

Finally, don't forget the place where blingy design happens, constantly!

Want2Scrap

We are going to start the blog hop off at Heidi Blankenship's blog. So sit back, grab a cup of Java and enjoy the NestablingTM eye candy these talented ladies have to offer and remember to leave a comment on each blog. The prizes will be selected by Random.org. The winners will be posted on May 11, 2011. *After you visit lil' ol' ME, you'll be off to the LOVELY site of my CLOSE, PERSONAL FRIEND.... {Insert the roar of screams and applause!} Dana Gustafson -
Madame Paper Daydream!




Meanwhile... BACK AT THE RANCH... {Lol!} I, FULLY, took advantage of
the opportunity to get ALL blingy! Partaking in some VERY wonderful
supplies, NOT ONLY from Want2ScrapTM, but also with the
wonderful addition of my coordinating NestablingTM sparkly bits AND
Spellbinders dies! {HELLO! Can YOU say "satisfaction!" - I can't get over
HOW fun it is to lay the LOVELY blinged-up shapes, FLAWLESSLY, right
into the coordinating die-cut shapes - YEOWZA! What fun!}.....



{Can you tell where I'm going with this? Heh Heh}



The fact that MOTHER'S DAY {!} is Sunday... And lil' me, without a GIFT for mom
{just YET! *pant*pant!} well, it was rather a slam dunk! I HAD to go there!



But it's hard to think of a true Mother's Day celebration without my dad.
He ADORED her. No. I'm SERIOUS! In the years since we lost him,
I often think of how his love for her DEFINED him. It was VERY special.



So, for my title, I wanted to really punctuate it's meaning...
I created some word art on my computer, to fit with the largest
circle of NestablingTM Heart Circles Pink {that coordinate with
Spellbinder's die S4-316}. I was SO delighted with the way it
looked, it became a theme that I used throughout my layout...



CAUTION: All of these be-jeweled and sparkled up Want2Scrap accents might be
a bit distracting from the rest of the details in this layout, so LET ME GUIDE you
{I WILL be gentle!} to this POSITIVELY exquisite hunk-o-acrylic that serves as
the foundation for this wonderful scrapped up piece of MEMORY KEEPING!

12 x 12 Decorative Sheet Style C - acrylic

{Model: 2111} {MEOW! What a gorgeous SHAPE!}

If you've never dabbled in acrylic scrapbook materials.... HOLD ON!
The possibilities will ASTOUND you! This piece will make a handsome
accent on my mom's giant bookshelf or even RIGHT in her entryway...
I'm getting ALL HAPPY, just picturing it in her home! She'll be all
embarrassed and "aw shucks", but c'mon LOOK AT HER! She'll get over it!

{Hee Hee}

One last, FABULOUS contribution to this page, besides da-bling...



Just a flake or two {!} or maybe a squeeze truck-o-papery goodness
dropped it's bounty with the Want2Scrap DT chicks and EVEN Aunty Cow
got all excited... {Okay. Trust me.} So, it was WONDERFUL to bling up this
absolutely GORGEOUS designer paper, Le Romantique!

{THANK YOU, Graphic 45!}

But MOST of all... I'd like to thank YOU! I'm SO excited to be participating in
this FABULOUS blog hop! I've got some new insoles in my boots, just for the
occasion! I can't WAIT to visit my LOVELY DT companions - I hope you'll enjoy
the views as much as, I know, I will! Furthermore...

I sure hope YOU win!

ENJOY!

Supplies -

BLING - Want2Scrap (Nestabling Heart Circles Pink, Model 9028; Swirls Black Finesse, Model 6073)
Acrylic Foundation - Want2Scrap - 12x12 Acrylic Sheet, Style C, Model2111
Card Stock - Stampin' Up!
Designer Paper - Graphic 45
Spellbinders Circle Dies - S4316
Seam Bias Tape - My stash!

82 comments:

Terre said...

Elise your mom is going to love this amazing layout, bling and all! I could spend hours reading your posts you are a truly gifted writer my friend...Love that Nestabling!!!

Teepee said...

Elise: Thanks for sharing your parents' "love story". Your Mom is a blessed woman to receive this layout. And, Happy Mother's Day to you, too.

Nati Tristan said...

Hi Elise! That layout is gorgeous! I'm here on the blog hop and am now a new follower! God Bless and I am so please to meet you! Have a wonderful NSD!

Julie Tucker-Wolek said...

*sigh* I love love love love this!! I loveeeeeeeeeee the photos and LOVING the design!! GORGEOUS! :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)

scrappermimi said...

I just love the vintage feel of this, fab! And I am loving the cow in your background! So sweet!

Heidi Blankenship said...

What a Beautiful layout Elise!!! OMGosh your Mom is going to LOVE this!!! And look at her--Gorgeous!! LOVE the Nestabling™ and the Graphic 45 paper fits so perfectly!! Thanks for sharing about your Mom & Dad--what a beautiful love story!! I know your mom will love this and treasure it forever!!!! Fabulous Job on our 1st Blog Hop!!! Happy Mother's Day!!! (((Hugs)))

li-bee-ti said...

Heart touching lo!
I'm sure your mom will adore it.
TFS

Crafty_Lady said...

What a cleaver take on a scrapbook layout. I love the vintage feel.

Cara said...

Love, love, love the word art, perfect addition!

Karen said...

Your Word art is so inspiring. I should try that, too. I love the shaped bling.

Jan Castle said...

Lots of fun memories in your scrapbook page...your Mom will love it!!!
Jan

hvn101 said...

I love it. It is a wonderful Mothers day page.

Angie said...

What a touching page! Very nice keepsake!

csparky61 said...

What a wonderful tribute to your mom and the love your dad had for her. I love the vintage photos and the way you tasetfully blinged it up. I am new to using acrylic, but I love it. Thanks for hosting and sharing your wonderful creativity.

Michele's Scrapy Creations said...

love this layout! I was wondering where the saying and circle came from. so cool I need to use my word art more to customize my own titles and quotes. thanks for inspiration...

michelesscrapycreaitons35 at yahoo dot com

Sammantha said...

Such a pretty page.

Emily C said...

Your page is beautiful! I love everything about it.

Emily C
youngnos27 at yahoo dot com

Dolores said...

wow beautiful layout!

Jenn said...

Exquisite lo! And what a fantastic tribute to both your parents. Love it.

frandoak said...

What beautiful work you do! Lovely layout and such a nice tribute to your Mom.

Marlena M. said...

This is beautiful and sweet. :)

gloflo said...

Your scrappage was just want I needed to get back to my first love....scrapbooking...thanks for the inspiration.

Gloria

DottyA Cards & Things said...

Not only do I love your layout... but love reading your blog too.. I'm coming back and checking it out more later today...
What a fun hop!
Thanks for this chance to win!

pqueenie said...

Very nice layout. Gotta love those pearls.

Tami B. said...

What a beautiful tribute to both of your parents. So pretty.

Auntie said...

Looks good E! I like it!

Rosemary said...

holey bling, batman!! your layouts are absolutely GORGEOUS, elise!! woweee!! i LOVE IT when you get some serious scrapin on, gf!!

{Sarah} said...

Wow!!! This is amazing!

snowbear said...

Lots of great products used... it's a great tribute to mom... fabulous job!

Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin) said...

Great layout, love the label.

Marge said...

What a lovely tribute to not only your Mom, but your Dad!!! How GORGEOUS!!!

Margie Higuchi said...

OMGosh! What a great gift - she's going to love it! Wonderful job :)

artfuldelight said...

WOW, fabulous. I am sure your mom will love it!! That acrylic shape is amazing!! Happy National Scrapbook Day!! :-)

anni said...

Your layout is just beautiful!! Such a special gift for your mom!! Thanks for sharing!

Karen said...

What a great layout for your Mom. There is nothing better than this gift. Love it!

neddgirl said...

Awesome!! This really made me think of my Mom....alot.

Rebecca
brrck@yahoo.com

Bonnie said...

Absolutely LOVE this!! The pictures, the sentiments, and of course the Bling. I so love pearls. Your Mom will adore this. I'll have to check out the acrylic. Thanks for sharing your beautiful art.
Bonnie G

Unknown said...

Awesome layout I'm sure that your Mother will love it. Thanks for sharing....

Rose said...

your mom is going to LOVE this "slam dunk" :)

Gretchen Wilson said...

What a beautiful tribute for Mother's Day. That is the year I graduated from HS, now you know how old I am, but the pictures, sure do bring back memories. I'm sure you Mother will be please. Love the Graphic45.

Steph Ackerman said...

This is lovely.

Turnedgypsy said...

so much fun..the projects are beautiful

how lucky and I to have found you guys on such a fun day..

chris
mcwooten1999@carolina.rr.com

Vail's Creative Endeavors said...

Beautiful scrapbook page, love all the different parts to it.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful scrap page and story too. Your Mom will love it. Thanks for sharing.

Deborah Young said...

OH holla!!!! Extreme awesomeness!!! LOVE your computer-generated elements and the BLING! Beautiful gift for your mom ;-)

Kelly Sas said...

Beautiful tribute to both of your parents! Love the bling - adds just the right something.

Creative Mayhem said...

What a sentimental beautiful layout for your mom! I love the title and the bling around it. She is going to really enjoy this! Beautiful!!

McStamper said...

Love your layout. What a great present for your mom.

Tara said...

Such a lovely and wonderful tribute for you Mom. She will treasure it for years to come.

Renee said...

Elise, this is absolutely lovely! I love all of the elements that you used to create such a beautiful page!!

Leslie said...

Your mom is going to treasure this lovely layout. Something about the pearls is so perfect to highlight these wonderful photos from 1963. Every detail is beautiful!

Mickie said...

Wow!!! Great LO.

Barbara said...

Great tribute to your parents.

Karen AKA Soccerboyzmom said...

I really love the different sizes of pearl bling. They fit perfectly on the project.

Marie said...

What a fantastic layout. A real tribute to your Mom.

Dana Gustafson said...

"so I created some word art"!?!!!? Did you just lay that out ever so calmly? Yeah girl! You rocked some serious word art for THE most wonderful photos and memories of your mom and dad. I love this amazing layout and tribute. I love how you remember the magic of the two of them together. Just LOVE IT ALL!

Peggy said...

Thanks for sharing! I'm sure your Mom will love it what a wonderful and special gift. It is awesome.

CreatedbyKay said...

Hop! I'm lovin' this bling!

Edna Siu said...

Just love love love it, it is a stunning gift for Mother's Day. I especially in love with the sentiment you made up. It does the job.

Nancy said...

What a beautiful page of memories you have made for your Mother! Love the paper and the Want2Scrap bling!

Kelly Massman said...

Such a pretty layout!

DottyA Cards & Things said...

Love the Bling, love the demotion, really a Great look!
What a FUN hop...Thanks for this chance to win!

Michele said...

WOW! Absolutley beautiful! I LOVE how you used all the different products. What a "keepsake" Elise. This makes me want to make one myself. Happy Mothers Day :)

mamalakis said...

I love blog hops you get to visit with the most creative artist. Thanks for sharing your work, beautiful!

Diane J said...

Very nice layout. Love to get new ideas. Thanks

Linda said...

Amazing page. I love it! What a wonderful honor to your Mom! Happy Mother's Day

www.cricutcraftyclare.blogspot.com said...

I used this same acrylic frame to scrap a photo of my parents for all six of my sisters for Christmas, and one for myself too! It was such a hit! Thanks for the chance to win! cjdempsey9 at msn dot com

Debby said...

If my daughter had made this for me I would cry my eyes out. It is beautiful and sure to bring tears to your mom's eyes.

Susan said...

Love what you did.

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful way to honour your mom (and your dad). Great story board. TFS

Tracie said...

What a lovely tribute!

~amy~ said...

gorgeous...the layout and the fabbie couple...happy mother's day girlie!

Anonymous said...

Awwww what a lovely idea for a scrap book page! Its fab!

Sandie said...

What a beautiful page. Mom's deserve this kind of sentiment too. Just lovely.

Lynne said...

What a lovely memory. Love the way you used the Nestabling. Thanks for sharing.

Sarah said...

This is such a gorgeous layout! The perfect Mother's day gift. Have a great day and TFS.

Janet Lindstrom said...

I just love your layout. The acrylic is so wonderful, makes it look like the photos are suspended in mid air. And there is nothing as beautiful as a woman who is loved!

JaniceAileen said...

Um...what in the world! This is stunning!!!!

Anonymous said...

What a great tribute to your parents. Good job putting together your page. Thanks for sharing
Vicky Schmidt

Julia said...

Great layout. Loved it!

Michelle said...

You writing style is so entertaining I just have to add you to my must read blogs in addition to the Want to scrap blog. Love your layout too.
Tia2011

Sherry Kushibab said...

Had fun reading and oh yes, I also enjoyed your beautiful gift for your mom....what thought and love you put into it, I have no doubt she absolutely loved it!!!