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Saturday, June 23, 2012

Loving Women of a Lifetime Blog Hop


Welcome to Loving Women Of A Life Time Blog Hop!
If  Barbara sent you over for a visit then you are exctly where you are meant to be. If you just happen to be visiting then you should head over to http://Pinkpolkadotscrapping.blogspot.com for the beginning of this fabulous hop!

There are tones of sponsors for this hop, but you have to make sure you comment on every blog to be eligible to win. I also have a little giveaway for you too. (check later in the post)
These are our generous Sponsors for our hop.. Make sure you stop by there sites and Thank them
Kat Shriber- www.katschriber.ctmh.com (She will be giving away a 30.00 CTMH kit)
Theresa The Scrapbooking Queen- www.thescrapbookingqueen.com (She will be giving away 6 of
her stamps 3 are her up coming stamp collection, 2 25 packs of wobbles
LuAnn Hale- www.stampnplus.com (she will be giving away a 40.00 or 50.00 Gift Certificate to her stamp store)
Christy Kerley: Amuse Studio www.amusestudio.com/paperscrapsnmore (She will be giving a $25 dollar gift certificate)
Sarah Hamer- (Pink By Design) - Donated a stamp set
Cori -Ginger snaps scraps- is giving away
So winner's choice of Camp A Lot, Little Miss or Hello Sunshine 6x6 paper pad, winners choice.
K Andrews Designs: Getting Cricky~ She is our last sponsor and she will get back to me on what sh is giving away!!

So, this hop is about loving the women in our lives. Well the most important woman in my life is my MOM! She is always there for me whenever I need to talk, laugh, cry or just vent. She always has the best advice and seems to always have words and encouragement to cheer me up. So to honor her I made her this cute little pin cushion.



I just learned how to make stick pins and I totally can't stop making them, so I needed a place to store all of them. So I decided to jump onto Youtube to check out some videos. I found a video tutorial by Luvleescrappin.  And now I have been making these like crazy. I think my mom will really enjoy it.
Plus, the best part is now I get to show her how to make them.
They are super easy to make, I used a paper clip holder I found at the dollar store, and then hot glued some decorative rocks to the bottom (inside) to add some weight. Then I wrapped the outside with some paper that matched my fabric that I used for the top. Next, I make a sort of bubble with the fabric and some stuffing (I used the inside of an old pillow), then hot glue the "bubble" inside the paper clip holder. Then I just used various trims, flowers, feathers and bling to decorate it. It is super easy to make. If any of you are interested in a video or step by step instructions, let me know and I will make them for you.

Ok, how about some yummy blog candy!! Well as many of you know and some of you that don't LOL, I just openned my own webstore called www.whatsscrappin.com I have some awesome deals and would love for you to check it out. But back to the blog candy, I am giving away the NEW Over the Hill cricut cartridge to one lucky follower who leaves a comment.
Okay so there are multiple ways to enter to win this cartridge.
1. You must be a follower and leave a comment on this post.
If you would like more chances to win,
2. Please like my store on Facebook, and let me know you did. Click on my store's icon on the right hand side of the blog.
3. Visit my store, and come back and leave me a comment about your favorite item in the store.
I will choose a winner on Monday June 25th, so please make sure you come back to check to see if you are the lucky winner. Also leave your blog addy and I will come and visit you.


So you are at the end of the hop all you need to do now is go back to Melissa's blog.
If you get lost along the hop here is the complete line up:

  1. Melissa Pinter http://pinkpolkadotscrapping.blogspot.com
  2. Suzy's Crafts http://Suzyssimplecrafts.blogspot.com
  3. Jessica Kephart http://homespunelegance.blogspot.com/
  4. Carla Townsend http://racincrafts.blogspot.com/
  5. Shawnee Penkacik http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com
  6. Miranda Enclade http://www.nanasscrapspot.com/
  7. Sylvia Gonazalez Solorio http://bellascrapbookingdesigns.blogspot.com
  8. Cicily http://pinkdalmationscrapper.blogspot.com/
  9. Barbara http://barbarab3.blogspot.com
  10. Becka http://creationswithbecka.blogspot.com

49 comments:

ParkNSlide said...

Thanks for telling us about your mom and for honoring her with this beautiful gift. I'm sure she will be thrilled to have it and appreciate your tribute to her.

Unknown said...

LOVE that pin cushion :) Beautiful!! What a great gift for your mother.

Susan
http://scrapathousandwords.blogspot.com

Pink Polka Dot Scrapping said...

I love the pin cushion..super cute! Love the colors and I wnat to Thank You for being part of this Special Hop! It Meant a lot! Thanks again! Your mother is very lucky to have a talanted lady like you!

Ellen Jarvis said...

Ok, Becka -- I made it all the way to the end of the hop and THERE just learned about your new webstore. Congratulations on taking that leap! So I went over there ... and not only saw some favorites (the Authentique Glory collection) but I BOUGHT THEM!!! YAY. I hope I get them in time to use for my upcoming blog hops and I'll sure send you a link on my posts if so!

Your pin cushion is super-adorable!! I love my Mom oodles too and may have to make one of these babies for her.

New follower!

Fondly,
Ellen ♥ CardMonkey
http://cardmonkeyspaperjungle.com
E-mail: cardmonkey@comcast.net

Ellen Jarvis said...

Yup ... here's my extra entry for visiting your store AND buying!! :)

Fondly,
Ellen ♥ CardMonkey
http://cardmonkeyspaperjungle.com
E-mail: cardmonkey@comcast.net

Ellen Jarvis said...

AND I've "LIKED" your Facebook page! May I suggest you add an active link in your posting so you get more people over there? SMOOCHES!!

Fondly,
Ellen ♥ CardMonkey
http://cardmonkeyspaperjungle.com
E-mail: cardmonkey@comcast.net

Laurie said...

Love the pin cushion!

Suzys Crafts said...

What a gorgeous pin cushion!! Great idea. Think I need to scrap lift this one. I bet mom will absolutely love it! Big hugs to you both!! Thanks for sharing.

KAT said...

what a nice story. i love, love your stick pin project. i just got my first 2 stickpins this week and i may just have a new addiction. great instructions and if you would, i would like for you to send me the link to the youtube. i'm a new follower also. great job!

Crafty and Green said...

What A Wonderful Pin Cushion! I LOVE IT!! I'm already a follower!! I Liked your store on FB & my Favorite Product in your store is: http://www.whatsscrappin.com/Clear-Round-Trendy-Craft-Tube-4x75-4-Package-10000210.htm
I've never seen this before, and I'm totally going to need to get some!!

Many Blessings,
Tina

angel4ever said...

Your pin cushion is so BEAUTIFUL!!! I love it! I think I'm going to learn how to make pins!

Thank you for sharing your project and about your wonderful relationship with your mom!

BTW, I am a new follower and I love what you are carrying in your online store. I have a thing for tags so my favorite item is the tags BUT I am definitely loving your butterfly and flower bling!!!

Tiffany ♥

Karon said...

Thank you for sharing you amazing project - I love the whole thing.

http://karonskraftykorner.blogspot.ca/

Faith Hope and Cherrytea said...

following :)

and luving your creativity!
your instructions helped + your photos.. TY :)

Faith Hope and Cherrytea said...

following your store and left message after liking

Faith Hope and Cherrytea said...

i loved the 'dream' 'friends' 'laugh' bling !

Jackie Randolph said...

Absolutely gorgeous pin cushion!! Such a beautiful project for all those fun pins!! Thanks for sharing.

Rebecca said...

Your stick pins and pin cushion are really beautiful! I would love to learn how to make them!

Also, I am now following your page! :)

Sheri said...

Adorable stick-pin cushion! your Mom will love it!

Sherii at cfl dot rr dot com

Sheri said...

I am a new follower!

Sheri

sherii at cfl dot rr dot com

Sheri said...

I like the Teresa Collins Freestyle set!


Sheri

sherii at cfl dot rr dot com

Kathy said...

I am a new follower, and I adore the pin cushion!!! it is wonderful. your mom will love it!! I wold love to know more about the stick pins. Wonderful site. Hugs Kathy

L.B. said...

super pretty and a honor to MOM!

Miranda said...

Gorgeous pin cushion! I am sure your mom will love it!

Miranda said...

I am a new follower and liked you on facebook!

Miranda said...

Love your store. My fav would be the thngs to alter thats pretty unique! I bookmarked the store so I can come back and shop!

jennyplace2 said...

Great pin cushion! Your Mom is going to love it, I sure wish my Mom was still alive so I could make these things for her. TFS! and yes I am a old time follower both in age and time.
jennyplace26@gmail.com

jennyplace2 said...

Back again to let you know I liked your facebook page now I am on my way to your store to check it out. I love online shopping!
jennyplace26@gmail.com

Barbara B said...

I am a new follower here and on facebook. I love the story about your Mom and absolutely love the pin cushion. It is so beautiful. My favorite items in your store is Cricut Giant Flowers!

Barbara B.
barbarab3.blogspot.com

jennyplace2 said...

Just went over to the store for a peek. Great price for the ATG tape. How much would shipping be on 12 rolls to Canada? that would be the 1/4 inch for the red gun. Thanks for the chance to win the cardtrige . OH, I just about forgot will you be having replacement blades and mats for the cameo?
jennyplace26@gmail.com

silvia said...

Beautiful pin cushion!! I ahve just started making pins also~the are very addictive.
I am a new follower of your blog :)

silvia
www.sillyscrap.blogspot.com

Lisa's Creative Niche said...

Thank you for sharing your story of your mom with us today! And congrats on starting your own store! I absolutely love this pin cushion and would love to learn how to make one too! i'd love to see your pins too! Thanks again!
Lisa
lisascreativeniche at gmail.com

D- said...

I love your pin cushion and a video tutorial would be wonderful. Your mom will love it.
I would like to follow you by email but couldn't find a link.
Please sign me up with this email addy.
dmcardmaker at aol dot com
(no blog yet and no facebook etc. lol)
Off to check out your store. D-

D- said...

Just checked out your store. You have some great goodies there. My fav well.... if I have to choose. I liked your resonable prices on Cricut cartridges, but then I liked the spools in your altered section so much to choose can't choose just one. lol.
dmcardmaker at aol dot com

Cathy said...

I am sure your mother is going to love it, I know that I would. If there is anyone else interested, I know i would love to see you do a video on making these pin cushions!!
cathyplus5.blogspot.com

Anita Braddock said...

What a Beautiful Pin Cushion. Love the flowers and the feathers the added stickpins are Super. thanks for sharing and Iam a follower.
www.anita-craft-corner.blogspot.com

Theresa said...

Love love love your pin cushion that you made for your mom, and I'm sure she'll cherish it too.
ps-new follower here :)

Theresa said...

Liked your shop on FB too!

Anita Braddock said...

Iam following your Whats Scrappin on facebook. thanks for sharing
www.anita-craft-corner.blogspot.com

Theresa said...

Just checked out your store, and my fave item is Cricut's "Tags, Bags, Boxes & More 2 cartridge WITH Scoring Tool". Everything looked great..

Anita Braddock said...

Love all the things at your store. the Bags,Tags and More is super Awesome. thanks fro the chance to win the Cricut cart. love my Cricut.
www.anita-craft-corner.blogspot.com

abusybee - DoubleClick Connections said...

Love your pin cushion! Super flowers!

abusybee - DoubleClick Connections said...

My favorite item in your store is liquid pears!

Pink Dalmatians said...

I love the pin cushion! how adorable.

lanejoy1 said...

I am a follower of your blog and so enjoy it. Thanks for sharing so much with us and also the chance to win this cartridge.

Candace said...

this is beautiful!!!! and if I were in this hop, my post would be about my mom too. :)

Candace
scrappin2littleprincesses.blogspot.com

Candace said...

I just 'liked' your store on FB...

Candace
scrappin2littleprincesses.blogspot.com

Candace said...

I love the paper and the distress ink. I was on my way to purchase some inks but I see you don't ship to canada. :( oh well!

Candace
scrappin2littleprincesses.blogspot.com

Karen said...

Becka, this is absolutely gorgeous! I wanted to come visit you to tell you how happy your comment made me last night.. and I am so happy I did! This is beautiful. The fabric and embellishments are perfect! I need to try making these sometime this summer. :o) I just love your work, my fellow busy bee! :o)

Hugs and blessings!

Karenladd said...

Wow is this beautiful! Thanks for sharing with us!

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