Hello Friends!!!!
WOW! Get ready because we have some amazing things in store for you for the next two days!!! Today starts Jo's Scrap Shack's 5th birthday!!! I know right? Can you believe we are here again to celebrate another year? Wow, where did 5 years go? I have to say that I am truly blessed. I know many of you have heard me say this before, but I truly would not be here today if it weren't for all of you!! I tried twice prior to this to start a blog and failed so miserably! Something told me to try again. What is that saying, "if at first you don't succeed, get back up and try again"? or something to that effect. ..well that is what I did and look at me now!! Wow, five years! THANK YOU to all of you for your loyalty, dedication and friendship. You are all a huge part of my heart and I mean that from the bottom of my heart. So before I go getting all mushy on ya, are you ready for some amazing inspiration?? It is my bloggy birthday and you are all invited!!! And Guess what??? I am even giving my birthday presents to you!!! Are you ready to try and win some awesome prizes??? Well than awesome! I have 19 amazing and talented designers ready for your visit! I have several awesome sponsors, some of which; are among the top companies in the industry! So share this news with your crafty friends, grab your favorite beverage and let's get this party started!!!! Here is what you need to do..
1. Start here on Jo's Scrap Shack and at the bottom of this post, I will direct you to the next person's blog on the hop. Each designer will continue to direct you to the next person along the hop but should you get lost, I also have the line-up listed at the bottom of the post so you can always jump back on where you left off.
2. As you are visiting these amazing designers, make sure to leave them some comments and become a subscriber to their blogs. We don't want you to miss out on their amazing work after today!
3. Share this birthday celebration blog hop with your crafty friends so that they too, can get in on the fun and have a chance to win some prizes too!
You will have until 11:59pm (eastern standard time, USA) on Monday, May 8th to complete the two day hop. All winners will be announced the next day on Tuesday May 9th. All winners will be chosen randomly from various designers blogs, so make sure you leave comments on each blog for more chances to win!
I get asked this question every year so I will clarify so there is no confusion. "Do you need to be a follower or subscriber to win?" Yes. In order to be eligible to win any of the prizes during these next two days, you must be a subscriber to all the designer's blogs as well as Jo's Scrap Shack.
To start off the celebration, I have a cute card that I made to celebrate my special day! And it is a special day for all of you because you walk away with my birthday presents!! :) Here is the card I made, is she not adorable or what???
I used the adorable Yum Yum Sophie image by Little Blue Button Stamps. She was colored with copic markers and has some Spectrum Noir clear sparkle pen on her for the shimmer. Also a few white highlights from my white gel pen. I created a chalkboard and used a stamp from My Creative Time for the "It's Your Day", stamped in HA Unicorn Ink. The layers were die cut using dies from My Favorite Things from some DCWV glitter paper. The green layer was a piece of snow glitter paper that I colored with a copic marker. The lace border is also a die from My Favorite Things. Adhered to an A2 white card base and added a few sequins to complete this card. She is adorable right? Love her!
Okay now it is time we start the hop but before I send you off, I thought I would show you who our fabulous sponsors are for this celebration and how very generous they are! I cannot thank my sponsors enough for their generosity this year!!!! Here they are in no particular order:
1. Lawn Fawn - Prize-1 stamp set & 1 6x6 paper pad
2. Bugaboo Stamps - Prize- $30 gift certificate
3. Megan Elizabeth w/Above Rubies Studio - Prize- 1 Free membership good for 1 month to the She Makes.Club
4. Sunny Studio Stamps - Prize- (2) $20 gift certificates
5. Really Reasonable Ribbon - Prize- $10 gift certificate
6. Little Blue Button Stamps - Prize- $15 gift certificate
7. The Cutting Cafe - Prize- 1 "Orange You Cute" Kit (to U.S. winner only)
8. Jo's Scrap Shack - Prize- A Mystery Box valued at $40 and a Guest Designer Spot
Also we have quite a few of the designers that will be giving away their own blog candy too!! So make sure to subscribe and leave comments on each blog to increase your chances of winning!!!
Your next stop on the hop is my dear friend, Tina from Tina's Scrap Corner
And in case you should get lost along the way, you may always come back here and follow this line-up to get back on track! Enjoy the hop!!!!
1. Lawn Fawn - Prize-1 stamp set & 1 6x6 paper pad
2. Bugaboo Stamps - Prize- $30 gift certificate
3. Megan Elizabeth w/Above Rubies Studio - Prize- 1 Free membership good for 1 month to the She Makes.Club
4. Sunny Studio Stamps - Prize- (2) $20 gift certificates
5. Really Reasonable Ribbon - Prize- $10 gift certificate
6. Little Blue Button Stamps - Prize- $15 gift certificate
7. The Cutting Cafe - Prize- 1 "Orange You Cute" Kit (to U.S. winner only)
8. Jo's Scrap Shack - Prize- A Mystery Box valued at $40 and a Guest Designer Spot
Also we have quite a few of the designers that will be giving away their own blog candy too!! So make sure to subscribe and leave comments on each blog to increase your chances of winning!!!
Your next stop on the hop is my dear friend, Tina from Tina's Scrap Corner
And in case you should get lost along the way, you may always come back here and follow this line-up to get back on track! Enjoy the hop!!!!
Until next time,
Enjoy life's blessings~
Well Happy Birthday to Jo's Scrap Shack!!
ReplyDeleteI stayed up late to check my post, but I am closing down now as it is 12.39 am on Thursday 4 May here in Sydney. I will look at everyone's posts later today. Have a good day everyone.
ReplyDeleteHappy, happy Blogaversary! So glad you didn't give up..I love seeing your creations! I can't believe it's been 5 yrs? Crazy, time flies!
ReplyDeleteYour card is so darn adorable! The image is so sweet and your coloring rocks!! Super fun sparkle...fabulous design as always Jo!
Have a wonderful day and thanks for letting me be a part of your special day!
Hugs,
Sherrie K
what a cute card! happy blogaversary!
ReplyDeleteAlicia
Wow Jo 5 year's congrats girlfriend. Time really fly's by when you do something you truly enjoy.
ReplyDeletehappy Blogaversary!
ReplyDeleteIm here to celebrate with you!
love to visit your blog!
its very nice blog!
card is so pretty!
of to hop all around!
have a great day!
Never ever give up on a dream or goal. Your card is fantastic- I love the glitter.
ReplyDeleteHappy, happy blogaversary, my dear, sweet friend!! I am so glad you persevered!! And I'm so glad we met in blogland!! I treasure you!!
ReplyDeleteYour card is precious!! She's adorable and colored beautifully!! I love the chalkboard sentiment and the sparkly paper!! Fabulous card, my friend!! Thank you so much for having me be a part of your celebration!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)
Lisa
A Mermaid's Crafts
A darling card to celebrate your blogaversary - 5 years is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteHappy 5 year Blogaversary!! Adorable card and I love the image!!
ReplyDeleteAdorable! My birthday is May 5th, so I need to win a prize!
ReplyDeleteHappy Bloggy Birthday, Jo! So inspired by your story and by your sweet card. Wishing you many more successes as a blogger and a DT leader. Thanks so much for letting me be part of the team.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Christine
Yay - Happy Birthday!!!!!!!! Hop looks fantastic, all the girls have done so well,can't wait for tomorrow's line up. xx
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Jo's Scrap Shack!! This card is too cute!
ReplyDeleteBig congrats on 5 years! I always enjoy your posts and am a long-time follower of your blog!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing that sweet card with us today! Love the colors and the sparkle!
Happy Blogaversary Jo!!! YAY for 5 yrs.!! This is going to be a great hop and a great start to yr. #6! LOL Your card looks fabulous... love the image and the wonderful glitter... That's so much for joining your hop this year... it's been FUN!!! :) Have a wonderful day!
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Theresa’s Crafty Creations
Hi Jo - well I have had a busy day today and I will be late getting in tomorrow because it is National Day of Prayer - which I work at each year - so thanks we are Free in America to Pray - anywhoo - wanted to say your card is lovely - I especially like the chalkboard effect -congratulations again on 5 wonderful bloggy years and may you have many more! Blessings
ReplyDeleteAdorable Card Jo I Love Glitter ✨. happy Blogaversary to you
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary! Your card is adorable!
ReplyDeleteLove your card! That digi is so cute! Love the green glitter paper. Great card! Edwina Brown
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogaversary!!! Love your glittery goodness x
ReplyDeleteHappy Blog Birthday. Love your card! Great job on the coloring, highlights and shimmer.
ReplyDeleteWas trying to find day 2- one blog had the members listed but the links are for yesterday or weeks before. Hope to check back.
ReplyDeletehappy blogversary...Love the shimmer ..card pops beautiful thanks for sharing...thanks for being part of the hop...great inspiration...
ReplyDeleteYay! So excited to see what everyone has today to share. Enjoy this special time.
ReplyDeleteShe is definitely adorable. Love this card and all the details. I am proud to be a member of your DT.. Happy Blogaversary.. Hugs
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogaversary Jo!!! Congrats on 5 years & many more!!And you know that I will still be hopping along with you..LOL!I love the shimmer and how beautifully you colored the darling image. Adorable card my friend!!Thank you for inviting me to take part in your celebration and truly blessed for your friendship.LOVE you my friend.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day,
Migdalia
Crafting with Creative M
Wow Jo - congrat's on 5 years!! Love your adorable card and so honored to be part of your celebration.
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogaversary!!! I'm here to celebrate with you. Off to hop all around. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Blogaversary! Your card is gorgeous with all that glittery goodness and she is so very adorable!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Sherry x
Loose Stitches and Unraveled Threads
Cute stamps!!
ReplyDeleteThis is my first time at your blog. Loving the hop! My first one.
Happy 5th Anniversary, Jo! This card is adorable! Love the sweet image and all that fabulous sparkle!
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogaversary Jo ... Your card is sooo cute! I love that blackboard background. Thanks for sharing and thank you for the fun hop!
ReplyDeleteCongrats and what a lovely card you made. Love the shimmer details.
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Congratulations on your 5th birthday! Time flies when you're having such fun!!π Your card is great as always! I love following your blog. You always have such fun ideas to shareππ
ReplyDeletePopping in to wish you a happy Blogiversary! Hope you have an awesome weekend and happy National Scrapbook day. :)
ReplyDeleteDay 1 of your blog hop was fun. Happy Blogiversary.. So many creative projects. I am a follower to all of these creative artist.
ReplyDeleteYour card is so pretty, cute image and coloring.
Great Day 2. Wonderful projects. Even found a girl I use to follow and loved her spirit and creations. I followed all of the designers. My email will be filled with wonderful inspirational creations. Great hop.. Thanks and again Happy 5th Birthday.
ReplyDeleteThis little girl card is absolutely adorable Jo! I love her sweet face and great MFT scallop dies! It's one of my favorite. Wishing your blog a wonderful 5 years Jo! Thanks so much for inviting me to share in your big celebration. It has been so much fun! I'm so happy that I get to meet you and looking forward for us to get to know each other more. Have a lovely weekend and happy 5 years of blogging! Hugs.
ReplyDeleteHappy blogaversary, have a wonderful weekend Jo!
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogaversary, Jo and Wow 5 years! Your card is awesome and great to take a good peep at your creation! Also Thank you so much for helping me out as I was a newbie! So glad to have found you!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Jo's Scrap Shack! Love your wonderful card.
ReplyDeleteValerija xx
How fun!! what a cute card, and congrats on blogging for so long now!! Im a new follower....see you again soon!
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