Mickey and Friends Blog Hop Day 2

Welcome to the second but not last Mickey and Friends Blog Hop Day 2, June 12th, 2012.

This hop is scheduled from June 11 at 9:00 am through June 12 at 11:00 pm.

We're so excited to be doing this hop and we have a fabulous lineup with some very talented ladies.  There will be lots of fun projects, along with some great blog candy, and a great grand prize for this hop.

The hop is a 2 day hop so you will have plenty of time to make it through the whole hop lineup twice.  Check out each blog and see what blog candy you can win at the individual stops.  Please come back both days to see great projects.

Here is the complete lineup: 

Lisa - http://handmadewithlove-lisa.blogspot.com/

Lucy - http://love2createitall.blogspot.com

Evila - http://frenchconnectiondesigns.blogspot.com

Lynne - http://slasewcraftiness.blogspot.com/

Kimberly - http://scrappingrookie.blogspot.com

Anita~ http://www.anitaandbugs.blogspot.com

There is going to be an overall grand prize sponsored by Lisa from Scrapping with Lisa Designs and she will be the first stop in the lineup.  In order to qualify for the grand prize, you must leave a comment on every stop in the hop. You also must become a follower of Lisa’s blog and Design Team blog at http://scrappingwithlisadesignsdt.blogspot.com/and all blogs in this hop.  The grand prize for the blog hop is $20 in free files over at http://scrappingwithlisadesigns.com/.

You should have followed the mouse’s path by coming from Evila.

My project is two (2) more pages of a graduation lay-out for my niece, Kristin, who just graduated from high-school. Now, comes the challenge making a lay-out for a graduation using Mickey and friends.. Kristin is a “Make-a-Wish” recipient that had the wish for a Disney cruise and my sister had been employed at a Disney store …. Now, this truly a Disney family!!!

First, I would love to introduce you to my niece Kristin, 2012 Graduate of South Park High School

This is the first of my two (2) lay-outs for you today. Minnie is cut at 6.25-inches using the Mickey and Friends Cricut Cartridge. 

The year is cut using Tear Drop Cricut Cartridge. 

The mortarboard hat is cut using Everyday Paper Dolls with a pearl bling for the tassel.

Don't you just love the star photo mat which is Designs on Cloud 9 Photo Mat Fun

The total finished project for first page - 

Now, for the second page:

Now, I have to tell you that I was inspired and "scraplifted" with permission from Lucy Kelleher but made it into a motarboard with the ears!

Kristin's name is cut using Tear Drop Cricut Cartridge

Pat Catan's has the local schools both names and logo's in their crafting paper - saw it and I knew I just had to have it!!

Again, I used the Designs on Cloud 9 Photo Mat Fun for Kristin's pictures

Recipe:

Mickey and Friends Cricut Cartridge

Everyday Paper Dolls Cricut Cartridge for the mortar boards

Tear Drop Cricut Cartridge for the “Congrats”

Make the Cut for the Mouse Ears

Designs on Cloud 9 Photo Mat Fun

Your next stop is Kimberly.

Have a great day and I thanks for stopping by again today!!!! I will be posting more pictures as I work on Kristin's photo album ... sew check back and see how creative I can be!!!

God Bless and thank you for stopping by

Hugs, Love, and Pixie Dust

Lynne

Mickey and Friends Blog Hop Day 1

Welcome to the second but not last Mickey and Friends Blog Hop Day 1!

This hop is scheduled from June 11 at 9:00 am through June 12 at 11:00 pm.

We're so excited to be doing this hop and we have a fabulous lineup with some very talented ladies.  There will be lots of fun projects, along with some great blog candy, and a great grand prize for this hop.

The hop is a 2 day hop so you will have plenty of time to make it through the whole hop lineup twice.  Check out each blog and see what blog candy you can win at the individual stops.  Please come back both days to see great projects.

Here is the complete lineup:

Lisa - http://handmadewithlove-lisa.blogspot.com/

Lucy - http://love2createitall.blogspot.com

Evila - http://frenchconnectiondesigns.blogspot.com

Lynne - http://slasewcraftiness.blogspot.com/

Kimberly - http://scrappingrookie.blogspot.com

Anita~ http://www.anitaandbugs.blogspot.com

There is going to be an overall grand prize sponsored by Lisa from Scrapping with Lisa Designs and she will be the first stop in the lineup.  In order to qualify for the grand prize, you must leave a comment on every stop in the hop. You also must become a follower of Lisa’s blog and Design Team blog at http://scrappingwithlisadesignsdt.blogspot.com/and all blogs in this hop.  The grand prize for the blog hop is $20 in free files over at http://scrappingwithlisadesigns.com/http://scrappingwithlisadesigns.com/

 You should have followed the mouse’s path by coming from Evila.

My project is a graduation lay-out for my niece, Kristin, who just graduated from high-school. Now, comes the challenge making a lay-out for a graduation using Mickey and friends.. Kristin is a “Make-a-Wish” recipient that had the wish for a Disney cruise and my sister had been employed at a Disney store …. Now, this truly is a Disney family!!!

Recipe:

Mickey and Friends Cricut Cartridge

Everyday Paper Dolls Cricut Cartridge for the mortar boards

Teardrop Cricut Cartridge for the “Congrats”

Pearls for on the mortar boards

The stars on the bottom not only are decorative but also will hold Kristin's picture for on this page ... stay tuned for tomorrow for page 2!!

Your next stop is Kimberly.

Have a great day and I look forward to seeing you tomorrow for another great project.

God Bless and thank you for stopping by

Hugs, Love, and Pixie Dust

Lynne

911 10th Anniversary of September 11th

Welcome to a blog hop devoted to the remembrance of the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11th.


If you just happened up my blog, then you need to go to the beginning of the hop and visit Tami. 


The terrorist attack against our nation, which happened a decade ago, is a long time for some.  However for many, the day feels all too close. The deeply seared memories of the human sufferings and acts of heroism, which took place on that day, changed our nation.

The nation was in shock when terrorists decided to hijack our airplanes and turn them into weapons.  It was beyond anyone’s belief that something so horrific could happen on our own soil.  It would be one thing if it were just the destruction of the Twin Towers or damage to the Pentagon and a field in Shanksville, PA, but almost 3,000 people perished, from the attack, leaving a scar on the soul of America.

Americans came together as one, in the emotional aftermath of 9-11. We were united by grief, had compassion for those who died along with their families, and showed loyalty to our country.

Please join the country in a moment of silence on Sunday morning, at 8:46 (Eastern Time). This should be a time to reflect on what we all lost, as well as on the courage and common purpose that lived and still resides, deep within the American people.

10 of us blogging friends would like you to join in this day of remembrance, by stopping by each blog to see a project made for the tenth anniversary of 9-11.

If you get lost along the way, here is the lineup:

Tami - http://tamboscreations.blogspot.com/   
Lynne - http://slasewcraftiness.blogspot.com/  
Vicki - http://mawmawsthoughts.blogspot.com/ 
Amy - http://www.lovetocrop.com/ 
Nicole- http://crashingcreatively.blogspot.com/ 
Lisa - http://bitbythecricutbug.blogspot.com/ 
Susan - http://susanascorner.blogspot.com/
Lynda - http://memoriesintyme.blogspot.com/ 
Theresa - http://www.thescrapbookingqueen.com/ 
Jearise - http://lorbysworld.blogspot.com/




There are certain things that hold an impact on our lives that we remember exactly where we were that particular day, or that particular person. Your first kiss, President JFK shot, the birth of your child, and "Where we you when the world stopped turning". I know exactly where I was and what I was feeling with each of those things as I am sure you remember. My first kiss was John Mark Marlburg at my parents' back door of their home listening to Tommy James and the Shondells "I Think We're Alone Now", 6th grade at Elroy School and my teacher was called from the room and came back in with uncontrollable tears and couldn't speak, St. Clair Hospital with Dr. Williams in his leather jacket and pants and Jen's father drinking alcohol and completely drunk and wanted to know who this guy was in his leather jacket and pants; and at work where I was a graphic artist at the time for a local advertising agency wanting to get home and just hug my daughter who was at Duquesne University and my "current" beau, Bob - just to have us all home and hold each other. Its amazing what an impact how things have on our lives and how we can remember each detail!


A lot of artists wrote, recorded and sang songs which had an impact on our lives. It was the music awards and Alan Jackson came on the stage, sat on a stool and sang this song with no accompaniment. What an impact this held! This song was and still a very emotional song after that fateful day and expresses what I wanted to express for today.

I made a display piece that has an ivory ribbon when hung twirls around to see both sides being able to see all the wording. The Everday Paper Dolls were cut at 2.25 inches and are dressed as "everyday" people as the whole world was affected. I have a fireman and policeman that were courageous going into the burning towers not thinking of their own lives but going to save others. The other "people" I have are doctor, nurse (for helping to save the injured that were rescued), waitress who could have been at the corner diner, chef who could have been in Tower 1 at the very top preparing a breakfast, farmer who sat by his television or radio glued listening, a career woman who might have been at work in the twin towers, construction worker, and an engineer. The project  has the words for "Where Were You When the World Stopped Turning" and my little people holding each other's hands giving courage, and strength to each other.


I pray for the first responders and their families, all who lost their lives needlessly and the impact this had on the United States that we may find peace for this senseless slaughter. 


Your next stop on the hop is Vicki.

I have some blog candy for you - a rubber stamp that says "USA" with an eagle, 5 yards of white ribbon and red stars, and selection of star buttons and embellishments by just leaving a comment and telling me where you were.

God Bless you, all your families and the United States

Hugs and Love,

Lynne