I've been blogging for a year now, and I'm amazed at how my life has changed since starting Muddy Paws & Inky Fingers. To celebrate the wonderful things that have happened, and the special friendships I've made, I'm hosting a blog hop for the next 3 days. Please hop with us and enjoy the inspiration! Here's the all-star line up:
Your starting here, of course, so if you get lost, head back to
http://muddypawsinkyfingers.blogspot.com
next, it's Rebecca -- http://www.bloomingpink.blogspot.com/
Polly -- http://pazasproductions.blogspot.com/2013/03/celebrate-friendship-blog-hop.html
Rachel Anderson -- http://kitchentablescrapper.blogspot.com/2013/02/celebrating-friendship-blog-hop.html
Mary -- http://www.mkbugs.blogspot.com/
Angel -- http://scrappyscrappy.blogspot.com/
Miwa -- http://miwannascrap.blogspot.com/2013/02/welcome-to-julies-friendship-blog-hop.html
Brenda -- http://centralnyscrapper.blogspot.com/
Gwen -- http://windchimesandlilacs.blogspot.com/
Maria -- http://riacreations.blogspot.com/
Chris -- http://thriftysisters-chris.blogspot.com/2013/02/julies-blogoversary-blog-hop.html
Paula -- http://scrapaddictsattic.blogspot.com/2013/03/celebrate-friendship.html
Lucy -- http://littlescrapsoflucy.blogspot.com/
Karen -- http://karey2005.blogspot.com/
Corrie -- http://corriescrafts.blogspot.com/
Kary -- http://karyg.blogspot.com/
Erin & Ruth (they share a blog, but you'll find 2 entries here) http://celticcrafters.blogspot.com/
Laura -- http://lauraannsbreakfastpizza.blogspot.com/
Theresa -- http://inkyfingers1.blogspot.com/
It wouldn't be a hop without some prizes and blog candy, so let me explain what's in it throughout the hop. Some of the individuals have blog candy for you. As hostess of this hop, I'm also giving away some random prizes for commenters of all the blogs. And, I'll have blog candy if you follow my blog and leave a comment. To be eligible for the random prizes, comment on each of the blogs, then come back here and tell me that you completed the hop (so you'll leave 2 comments on this blog).
Prizes for commenting on all the blogs will be: 2 Crop Chocolate.com crop credits (gift certificates) for $5
2 bundles of crinkle ribbon from 3 Girl Jam
2 stamp sets from Unity Stamp Company
Close To My Heart Stamp Set
blog candy (6x6 paper, bling, ribbon, embellishments, Unity Itty Bitty, misc who-knows-what from my stash). If I get to 175 followers, I'll pick 2 winners. If by some miracle I get to 200 followers, I'll give away 3 awesome prize packages.
And, now, finally, for my projects! Our theme for this hop is "Celebrate Friendship". This canvas is perfect for that, I think. It celebrates some of the best friends I have in life -- both 2-legged, 3-legged, and 4-legged. Annie, the dog on the left, had a front leg removed last summer due to cancer. She still participated in a Golden Retriever fund raising walk in October.
This 12x12 canvas is a kit from Close To My Heart. I added the pictures, did a little stamping, rearranged some of the elements, and, voila, I had a wonderful piece of art. I love how this turned out!
Next, a card, just beecause I'm so excited to have you hopping with us, having you celebrate with me!
I cut the card out on the Silhouette, using Echo Park Little Girl cardstock. I love that it's 2 different colors. It works so well for cards like this. I stamped the front of the card with a Market Street Stamp, Sweet Lace, using Close To My Heart Lagoon ink. The bee and sentiment were stamped on the inside of the card with the same ink. The bee is from a retired Close To My Heart stamp set. It's on an action wobble so it'll pop up when it comes out of the card. The baker's twine arrived yesterday from my friend, Corrie (you'll see her talent later in the hop). It's from Pick Your Plum. I absolutely love how thick it is! Yummy! The bee was stamped with Memento Tuxedo black ink and colored with Copic markers.
My last card is my message to all of you before I send you on to my blog friend, Bek. I treasure the many things that have happened to me in this year of blogging -- entering and winning challenges, making 2 design teams, but mostly, the many, many connections and friendships that I never thought were possible. It amazes me daily how connected I can feel to people I don't know in person, but have touched me through my blog. And so, I want you to know that -----
Y-O-U are .... A:
Yes, to me, every one of you that has made it this far on this post, and plans to hop this hop and share this journey with me. You are MY rock star. And, I thank you.
Again, I used a card program that I cut out on my Silhouette, Echo Park card stock, a stamp from the July 2011 Unity Kit of the Month, and various washi tapes.
Hop on to the Uber talented Rebecca. You'll love what she has for you!
I, and many of the hoppers, are linking up with Friends With Flair. We get together there many Fridays. Some of the friendships began there and have blossomed.
Remember to comment on each blog to be eligible for the random prizes, follow my blog if you don't already, leave a comment on your first visit here, then again after you've completed the hop. Have fun, and thank YOU for celebrating with me!
Just thought I'd pop in and be the first commenter!
ReplyDeleteI'm so SO happy to have you as my friend. I find such joy in visiting your blog, sharing stories and bits about our lives (and doggies!), and supporting and sharing in this wonderful craft!
Happy Blogoversary! I hope the next year is just as much fun!
Happy Blogoversary Julie! You have such awesome projects and have been such an inspiration. Thanks my dear friend :)
ReplyDeleteHappy blogoversary, Julie! I too have been inspired by you-your creative tips, your advice and enabling :) , your enthusiasm for the craft and especially your friendship!
ReplyDeleteCongrats and blog-on!
Hi Julie! Happy Blogoversary!! I'm so glad to connect with you, and I always enjoy reading your posts & seeing your projects. I am so envious you have such a cool bike too. Your projects are Awesome, and I love all of them. The layout is beautiful and your cards are so gorgeous. Thank you for always leaving me such lovely comments. So glad to know you, my friend! {hugs}
ReplyDeleteSuper projects Julie!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your anniversary!Can't wait to see everyone's projects!
All done hopping!Loved everyones' projects!
DeleteLove your projects!! Congrats on one year of blogging! I am still getting the hang of blogging! I didn't know you were a CTMH girl too!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the LO w/your friends and dogs. Great cards, too! Thanks for hosting this hop! :)
ReplyDeleteJulie, your work has really changed since I first "met" you... much more refined with your own style showing thru. Congrats on the blogiversary.... I'm glad we could celebrate together :-)
ReplyDeleteI've hopped and commented and followed who I wasn't before. :) (I'll hit Teresa's blog later tonight. :))
ReplyDeleteA year blows by fast doesn't it?? Great projects Julie!! Can't wait to get hoppin'!
ReplyDeleteReally cool rock star design for FWF. Gotta celebrate friendship, for sure. :)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on a year...looking forward to much more! Great work...especially luv the canvas...already a follower!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary, Julie! Congrats! Thank you for your friendship - and for all the enabling you've done for me... heh heh heh... I'll always think of you when I play with my Unity stamps & markers... :) Great projects! Love them all!
ReplyDeleteJust finished "hopping" - what great projects! I had such fun... but am even more tempted to join the SOTW crowd. How can I resist? Love how you coordinated it with Friends w/ Flair - how appropriate, considering some of us met through there & others have inspired us from it. Thanks, Julie! :)
ReplyDeleteWOW! What a great hop full of friendship and inspiration!! I always look forward to seeing your work (and everyone's for that matter!) Thanks for putting this hop together!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary my friend. Love the layout of course. Rock Star card is so cool .... Congratulations on a year of fun adventure and lasting friendships.
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary. Love all the projects. The layout will be a great keepsake.
ReplyDeleteWOW .... that was a fun Friday HOP!!! Not only were the projects awesome the Blog pages were delightful to see. Great Job to all involved and thank you for the opportuntiy to check them out. Julie, my "Golden" friend, Thank you for being such a Blessing in my life. and for your patience helping uncreative me with my crafting. I know you are a treasured gift to so many! Hope your having a GReat Friday my friend!
ReplyDeleteHi, Julie! Happy Blogaversary!
ReplyDeleteWow Julie - that canvas is awesome!!! Love your cards but that canvas is awesome!! (yes I said it twice!). Thanks for the blog and the chance to win and see some great art! happy blogaversary! I am a follower.
ReplyDeleteGreat hop, awesome, creative friends you have :)!!! Thank you so much for organizing this!!! I had fun and am following everyone now.
DeleteSuch a great post, Julie! Your projects are awesome & so are you! Love how you cut the front on the double sided cs so the second color shows through! I'll be using that idea!
ReplyDeleteIt's an honor to be part of your celebration!
Happy blogo!!
ReplyDeleteFor some reason that was all I could post at first. So, I think your dogs are great and I love the color for the EP card you made. Great brightness combo.
DeleteThat canvas is wonderful! I love the mix of 2, 3, and 4-legged friends. And the cards are great, too - love the bee!
ReplyDeleteHappy blogaversay to you!! Gorgeous layout and cards..love the pictures on your layout!!
ReplyDeleteHugs
Tracy
xoxo
Happy blog-anniversary! (can't bring myself to write the other word!!) Here's to many more posts, more years (and more hops??) to your fantastic blog!! Love it, you know I do!!
ReplyDeleteGreat canvas layout, and cards!
Happy blogoversary. Great cards but I have to say the canvas is my favorite project too.
ReplyDeleteJulie, I had a blast hopping. Thanks for inviting me to share a project. I left everyone a comment. I think I forgot to tell everyone but if I wasn't following them I am now.
DeleteBeautiful canvas and cards! I am already a follower here and always enjoy your posts! Congrats on your 1-year Blogaversary!
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I love that little bee! Too cute. Happy blog anniversary.
ReplyDeleteFinished hopping and have to say you got a very creative bunch of blog friends!
DeleteThanks for your friendship Julie, this has been an awesome experience, I am getting ready to hop now! Love your projects and that we both used bees, like you said great minds think alike, and of course I love your Goldens :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Julie, for all your love and support. It truly means the world to me. So looking forward to all the wonderful inspiration on the hop. I love all your projects. That bee is so seriously stinkin cute!
ReplyDeleteOMG, so many fantastic posts - cards, tags, LOs and journal art! I'm feeling the crafty urge come on! I'm done, but I'm going to probably do it again before the weekend is out! Love loved it!
ReplyDeleteJust finished hopping...enjoyed the projects from all the talented ladies!
ReplyDeleteHi Julie, I made it through the hop, this was awesome and I would like to thank you again for letting me participate in your blog hop!
ReplyDeleteFinally finished the hop...busy day here! Had to go touch up some painting on that big project and get bil from the airport.
ReplyDeleteReally enjoyed seeing all the different creations!
So happy for you!! What an exciting first year!! You projects are darling. My favorite is the cute little bee card!! FWF is a great place to make new friends
ReplyDeleteJulie, what great projects! As always, I always enjoy seeing what you have created. Happy blog-anniversary!
ReplyDeleteGreat LO Julie ! Not that it's a big surprise that I'd be crazy about a LO with dogs on it.You really did a wonderful job, the design is fabulous, and it is a great story about the three legged Golden. Dogs are amazing!! The cards are super nice too, and that twine looks thicker than any I've ever seen.
ReplyDeleteYou have been busy and what wonderful projects!
ReplyDeleteJulie, what a great blog hop! Thanks for hosting! I enjoyed it very much!
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogaversary. What a lovely post you shared with us all Julie.
ReplyDeleteHi Julie. Thanks for inviting us. Like I said when I saw you the other day.... love the layout on the canvas. Great way to display friendship in your craft area.
ReplyDeleteI love the colors and the way you tied the bakers twine on the second card. Great job my friend.
I like the third card for the bright colors and washi tape. I will have to try using some of those someday.
Thanks for sharing.
Happy Blogoversary, Julie! I am so glad I have gotten to enjoy your creations through FwF and OWH! Many more happy years of blogging! As for your projects, each is unique. The layout is fab, since I am such a sucker for pups. Love the bee since it is all a buzz, spreading the news of your special hop. As for the rocker, that is what I want to be doing when my first GS arrives late May!
ReplyDeleteWhen I finish FwF visits, I will be sure to go back and finish your hop. Blessings! Mary Anne
Happy Blogoversary Julie! I have really enjoyed following you here is to many more years.
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogoversary, Julie!! I have been a follower for a while - love your cards, especially the bee!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogoversary to you,thats me singing to you....
ReplyDeletegood job you can't hear me lol love all your cards they are soo pretty..
The canvas and cards are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogversary, I love your cards but that layout is my favorite (cute dogs too). This was such a great way to celebrate, I wish I had thought of something like this.
ReplyDeleteLike you, I've been amazed at the friends I've made through this little adventure in blogging. Congrats to you on your 1st blogiversary! Today's projects, as always, are terrific!
ReplyDeleteWow. So many cool projects.
ReplyDeleteCan't believe I'm finally finished, but it was well worth the time. I really enjoyed the projects!
ReplyDeleteThanks Julie for putting all this together!! Happy Blogversary!!!
ReplyDeleteAwesome projects, Julie!!! I am completely in love with that layout!!! Congratulations on the anniversary of your blog! I am so happy to be a a follower of yours and am thankful to have found you via FWF months ago :) Your inspiration has been amazing! Looking forward to more to come :)
ReplyDeleteJust completed the hop. Congratulations to you, Julie, and your rockstar lineup of friends for organizing an amazing, inspiration packed hop!!! I am brimming with ideas thanks to each you!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy blogoversary Julie! LOVE the layout most...what a great pic!...but your cards are adorable too (as always). Can't wait to hop on over and see allof the other blogs too!
ReplyDeleteHAPPY "BLOGOVERSARY" my dear friend!!! As always, I LOVE your projects (especially the canvas)! I'm so proud and honored to be doing this hop for you with this wonderful group of ladies! Thank you so much for asking me to join, organizing this hop, and mostly for your friendship!! ♥
ReplyDeleteJust finished hopping through all of the blogs, and all I have to say is WOW!!! This has been so much fun!!! Love you Julie!!
DeleteWell I I finally made it through (mostly on my smartphone1/2 because we are staying with my mil this weekend, i.e. no internet. But that's another story ;). What fun! I am so glad that you invited me to participate, my friend! Lots of great projects and ideas. I think I commented on everyones (except mine, of course). I will double check later when I am by my computer. Love ya, Julie!
ReplyDeleteReally cute use of the canvas base. I am lucky to have lots of friends so I love your theme!
ReplyDeleteLove the canvas and the cards are adorable!
ReplyDeleteJust finished hopping! Amazing work EVERYONE!!!
DeleteWonderful projects!!! Thanks for asking me to participate!
ReplyDeleteHappy Blog-a-versary! What a wonderful way to celebrate.
ReplyDeleteHappy Blog-a-versary Julie and thanks for letting me participate in this hop. I hope you feel it was/is a success.
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary! Love the canvas, what a special dog that is! Gotta love those goldens.
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogaversary, Julie! I love that canvas, so cute!
ReplyDeleteJust finished hopping! So many cute projects! Thanks for sharing, everyone!
DeleteHi Julie: Whew! I just finished visiting and commenting on everyone's blog. This was so much fun. Thanks for being the instigator and happy anniversary!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Julie! What a terrific milestone! Wishing you many more. Keep up the great projects! :0)
ReplyDeleteHi Julie, Happy Blogaversary! I love the bee card, that is too cute!
ReplyDeleteI made it! I was too busy this weekend, but got a few minutes this morning to go through. Lots of inspiration, thanks for organizing!
DeleteAlthough I didn't get a chance to hop this weekend, I found some to do so this morning. Better late than never! Thanks for the fun and great projects and congratulations once again on your 1 year anniversary! :0)
ReplyDeleteWOW! You really have had *QUITE* the year! Kudos to you, Julie! :) Your projects, as always, are FABulous! :D I'm lovin' that "Sweet Lace" Market Street Stamp! (I'm afraid to go look, though...I don't think I have any of theirs...YIKES!) ;) Hope I can hop along before you're done with work. I'll have to do it in stints... HAPPY MONDAY!!
ReplyDeleteHad to hope over a series of days, but it was well worth taking the time to see all of the awesome work. Thanks for putting this altogether Julie! Loved it all :-)
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