Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Season's Givings Blog Hop 2014



Happy New Year everyone!!  I'm so excited for 2014.  I just know in my heart it is going to be a year full of miraculous things for our family and I pray it will be for yours as well!  More about that later!  For now, I just want to thank God for walking along side another year with me.  He is so faithful no matter what and for that I am incredibly grateful.  I feel so blessed for an abundant of reasons.  I'm so thankful for my family and friends.  The world is feeling smaller and smaller as we are able to stay connected, no matter where we are living.

Last year, a few designer friends from the our paper crafting community came up with a great idea of 'pooling' some of our 'abundance' so we could give to or bless our readers.  I don't say it enough but I'm truly thrilled to know that there are some people still reading my blog because I love to inspire and share!  Your comments over the years have meant more to me than you'll ever know.  If this is your first time here, welcome!  This is a Season of Giving and I have a few things from my stash that I'd like you to have a chance of winning just by leaving a quick comment.  This is open to the US and Canada.

If you are following the hop, you should have come from the very talented Teri Anderson's blog!


  • Kaiser Craft Die Cuts
  • GCDStudios Brads
  • The Craft's Meow Stamp Set
  • Maya Road Heart Mini Album
  • Layer's of Color Rubber Stamp
  • Nikki Sivils Cord Brads
  • Want2Scrap Pearls and Bling (3 packs)
  • Crate Paper Rub-ons
  • Bazzill Brads

This is a give-away full of new products.  I will choose a winner on Jan 6th.  2014.  I'm thinking of stuffing a flat rate box of 'gently' used stuff and papers that have small portions used for my next give-away but for this one, everything is new in it's original package.  

This is a quick card I made with some classic Spellbinder's die templates...circles and stars!  Just a little something to bring some festivity to this celebration and to the start of an amazing New Year!


If you are stumbling upon my blog and don't know about the hop, you are in luck!  There are actually quite a few fabulous and extremely talented designers who are a part of this hop.  Every one of them is having a give-away so there are lots of chances to win!


If you are not a follower of my blog and would like to be, simply click on the side bar where it says 'join this site.'  Thank you so much for stopping by!

I'd like to give a shout out to Latisha for pulling this together for us!  You're awesome!

Be sure head on over to my friend Margie Higuchi's blog.  I'm sure you will be inspired!

I'd like to sign off with a promise that I will be reflecting on a lot for 2014....

"I came that they may have life and have it abundantly."  John 10:10

192 comments:

Kailash said...

Stunning card. Happy New Year!!!

Jan Castle said...

Really like your card...unique! Great Hop...TFS! My 2014 resolution is to SHARE more.
Happy New Year and blessing throughout the new year!

Lori A-O said...

Love your artwork, thank you for sharing and thank you for the opportunity to win blog candy as well. Happy New Year!

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Holy Heifer (Amy) said...

I love the colors. So warm and sparkly. I love the simple style!

ScrapaDiddle said...

I'm right there with you on being thankful that He is with us every step of the way! Happy 2014 to you and yours!

Алла Прошлякова said...

May Peace Hope and Love be with you Today Tomorrow and Always! Happy New Year! Awesome card!!!

Colleen said...

Happy New Year to you and your family.
What a lovely New Years card; clean, simple and sparkly...very fitting.
Wonderful giveaway package. Thank you for this opportunity.
ColleenB.
Texas

Regina said...

WOW! Your card is an eye catcher! So shimmering and glimmering I love it!
Happy New Year and Happy Crafting in 2014!!
Thanks for the chance to win!
Regina from Germany

Mary said...

Great card. Love the give away.

Laurie said...

Happy New Year! Great blog hop.

None None said...

I love your New Year's card!! I have been enjoying this hop because I am discovering new bloggers to follow, like you!

Happy New Year to you and yours!!

christi said...



wow, what a hop list. it took me a long time just to scroll through it. so generous of you and your hopping buddies. thanks. happy new years! what a cute and quick idea for a new years card. I think i'm going to send it to my friend who asked me for a card yesterday. I gave her a cute one with glasses clinking and then she said oh, it's for my nephew that isn't old enough to drink ... duh info up front. I think your card would be perfect. wishing you a great year.

@JoyceCasaldi said...

Love the CAS card!
Happy New Year!
Jcasaldi@ptd.net

stampinfun71 said...

gorgeous card.....love the sparkle! This hop is the BEST EVER.....love all the creativity and amazing generosity too!!! Happy New Year.

Kitty said...

Thank you for the chance

Kathleen

joy said...

Wishing you the best for health and happiness in the New Year! Thanks for an opportunity to win your great prize package.

Valerie said...

Happy New Year to you. Love your blog great card

Befuddledinc said...

Thank you for the possibility! Happy new year to you and yours. :-)

Dee in N.H. said...

Love your card with the cool shapes and those sweet stars! Thanks for a chance to win your goodies!

SmilynStef said...

Love that glittery card ... and a surprise box in the mail is the best.

Beth Pingry said...

Great card Julie! Happy New Year!!

debber said...

OMG, thank you for always sharing your time and talent with us and for the opportunity to win...Fabulous!!!!

Elle L. said...

Thank you so much for this lovely opportunity.

I love the card you shared in this post. Though you say it's a quick and simple card, it's still very striking. It really drew my eye.

Celeste Goff said...

Cute card! I love all of the glitter and the cute wood veneers! Happy new year to you.

Houses Built of Cards said...

OH - LOVE your sparkly card! The wood veneer are the perfect touch!!! Happy New Year!!!

housesbuiltofcards@gmail.com
www.housesbuiltofcards.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

Love your CAS New year card, may yours be happy and healthy!

Anonymous said...

I love the card. It is simple, sparkly, the colors are so pretty. thanks for sharing.
See a lot of bling in the prize. they'll go great on my greeting cards.

Super Jen said...

Happy New Year! Great blog.

joy said...

Julie, I am so happy to see you in this hop! I love your style and today's card is just beautiful. Thanks for the chance to win some fun goodies. I am now going to go back and become a follower of your blog. Happy 2014!

Unknown said...

Thanks for a chance to win!

Barbara said...

This blog hop is awesome. Thanks for the chance to win. Everyone is so gracious.

Jean Bullock said...

You can include yourself in the talented designer category, Julie. Love your clean and simple card. Happy New Year to you and yours.

Lagene said...

Lovely sparkly card! Happy New Year & thanks for the chance to win!

Carol from La Crosse said...

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

ADORABLE New Years card!!
Over the years I have had the opportunity to see your posts. Now I am a follower!!!

Thanks for the GREAT blog hop and the opportunity to win some prizes!!

Lisa said...

Happy New Year!! Your card is absolutely gorgeous!! Thanks so much for the chance to win a generous giveaway :)

IamUniquelyImperfect said...

Happy 2014!! Love your card! tfs Patricia B

Lou said...

Wishing you all a happy new year of crafting fun! Thanks for the chance to win this great giveaway!

Alma Dirpaul said...

Happy New Year to you. Thanks for the giveaway!

Donna Whitten said...

Cute card! Thanks for participating in this huge blog hop with such a generous giveaway-I've got my fingers crossed. Happy New Year!
thewhittens@yahoo.com

barbara macaskill said...

OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Your card is sparkaliscious!!! Love all that glittery goodness!
Your prize package is delightful! Love the bird cage stamps and the bling gives me happy shivers!!! Thanks for the chance to win them! I am a new blog follower via email and look forward to seeing your creations!! BTW I LOVELOVELOVE your blog header!!! So pretty! macaskillbarbara@yahoo.com

Patricia said...

Happy New Year! Loving your sparkly card! Thanks for the chance at your prize!

Olga said...

Thank you for a chance to win. Happy New Year!

Nicole said...

Beautiful sparkly card!

Amy Marshall said...

Love the card. Thanks for the chance to win. Happy 2014.

Holly AKA KopyKat said...

Oh I love your fabulous blog and I am a follower now. Happy New Year. Thanks for the chance to win fabulous candy!
hollysilva911@hotmail.com

Unknown said...

Really awesome giveaway, thanks for the chance! Happy new year!!

Crafty Math Chick said...

I really like that you incorporated so much sparkle into your elegant CAS card. Happy New Year!

Unknown said...

Happy New Year!! Thanks for a chance to win!

pierides said...

Happy New Year! Beautiful card. I love the clean elegance of it.

Unknown said...

The Blog Hop is a wonderful idea. Your card is very really kool I love the giveaway and thank you for the chance to win.

Tracy said...

Hi, Happy New Year, thanks for the chance to win. I am enjoying the blog hop on this lazy New Year's Day. I had a fun time perusing your blog, many great projects!

Sharyn Polesel said...

Stunning card! Thanks for the chance to win your wonderful giveaway!

Mary-Anne V said...

Very pretty sparkly card. Wishing you a very happy and healthy New Year! jeandonny2000 at hotmail dot com

Carol said...

Very stunning card!!! Such a fun hop!

Darcie said...

I would love to win this awesome prize package!

Unknown said...

Beautiful card thanks for the chance to win!

LvMyMedic said...

I love your New Years card. Thanks for the blog candy offering.

nancy carroll said...

Happy New Year, Thanks for the opportunity to win such lovely prizes. Love the inspiration, , looked further to see your lovely designs, thanks!

Michelle W said...

I really like your new years card. Hope you have a happy new year. Thank you for a chance to win.

Anonymous said...

Love your blog, thanks for the inspiration and the opportunity to win this candy! Happy and prosperous New Year!

Cariños,

María Alba
perfectasimperfecciones@gmail.com

Eileen L. said...

As always another stunning card. Thank you for a chance to win and Happy New Year and God Bless!
EileenL211@sbcglobal.net

Irakari Schmidt said...

I love your work. You are so talented!!!! Thanks for the chance to win.

nkm said...

wow..enjoy your work!!! Sign me up

Penny Wessenauer (d0npen) said...

Wow! Great card..love the simply and clean look to it, not to mention all the sparkle! *smile* Thanks for the generous blog candy giveaway and the chance to win it!

morentin1326 said...

love your creation... I am a follower and email subscriber...

morentin1326 AT AOL DOT Com

http://adventureofthecreativemind.blogspot.com/


Vicki said...

Love your card. Thanks for the chance to win. Happy New Year.

Mildred said...

Been following you for years now. Keep up the good work!

Cheryl said...

Beautiful card! I had to pin this.

Happy 2014!

AprilsL8 said...

Oh, I love your card!!
AprilsL8 @ windstream.net

Teresa Godines #6857 said...

Happy New Year to you and your family.
resatwo at sbcglobal dot net

Unknown said...

Happy New Year! Wonderful prize package. Thanks for participating in this awesome hop!!

Mary Duffek said...

oh my goodness. thank you for the continued inspiration. blessings!!!

Lin said...

Happy 2014! Thanks for the chance to win! :)

Stephanie said...

Love your card! Happy new year!

stampingbowd said...

Gorgeous card!!! I just might CASE this for a card for a teen nephew! I don't have any of those fun teen boy stamps so I think this would make a great one by just changing up the colors a bit!

Thanks for the inspiration, prize offering and that great scripture! HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Deborah ramos said...

Really great card and great hop. Love visiting all the blogs for inspiration.

Sue D said...

Great giveaway and love the glittery circles and all the stars on your card.
slrdowney at hotmail dot com

Beverly Perdue said...

Greetings Julie! Your card is so amazing! Love it! Thanks for the nice message on your blog post and for your inspiration.

Shaughn Woodruff said...

Happy New Year! Love all your inspiration, and love following your fabulous blog! Thank you so much!

zehra said...

Fabulous card, love the shine, great package thank u

Sandra said...

A lovely card to celebrate the New year. I am looking forward to God's blessings in 2014 too. Last year was a challenge with health issues and losing my Dad this past summer but God has shown me I need to cherish every moment because life passes too quickly. Happy New Year and many blessings to you.
Sandi Smith
1sassysandi5@gmail.com

Paula Laird said...

Oh. My. Word. I love your card! All those beautiful glitter papers and it's still in neutrals. Fantastic!!!! Happy New Year to you! Thanks for the chance to win!

mswhizz said...

I'm glad I didn't drop before I made it this far in the hop because you've got great stuff in your prize package. Thanks for participating in the hop!

Fiorella said...

I love your card, aboce all the warm colors you used. Thanks for sharing

Kim said...

Your card is beautiful! Happy new Year.

Tammy Mauer said...

Just found your blog through the Giveaway hop. So excited to be finding new blogs for inspiration. Thanks for a chance to win your giveaway. Hope you have a happy, healthy and blessed new year!

Aileen said...

Totally love your card, cant believe all these wonderful prizes.

Unknown said...

great card HAPPY 2014

Carolyn said...

Love the New Years card, thanks for the chance to win.

Petti said...

Thank you for the chance to win. What a great start of the year. :)

AJ said...

Thanks for the opportunity to win this! Happy 2014!

LauraEva said...

Great card! Thanks for the chance....Happy New Year!

Marci Morgan said...

Julie, THANK YOU so much for sharing your beautiful art & talent with us all! I hope that 2014 brings much happiness and success your way! Marcilcollins@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

Thanks for sharing!!

Brenda in IN said...

What a gorgeous card you made for New Years! Love that sparkle. Thanks for a chance to win a great blog candy.

Unknown said...

And an amazing 2014 it certainly will be with all the talented ladies I've seen on this blog hop! Thanks for sharing your creativity. Your circle card is just that -- amazing!

Dana said...

Happy new year!! Thanks for the giveaway!!

Linda T said...

What a simple but so very lovely card. Thank you so much for a chance to win. Happy New Year!

cghundley said...

Love your fun card.
The circles really
add to it. Thanks
for the chance to
win your great prize!
Carla from Utah

Heather said...

Such a fun sparkly card!! Great combo of circles and stars. Thanks for the chance to win!

berryblue said...

I love that circles and stars card you made! This is my first visit to your blog, but it definitely won't be my last! This blog hop has been so much fun! Thank you for a chance to win!

Amy C. said...

I really like your card with the glitter papers! Happy New Year!
clayandamy@sbcglobal.net

Cheryl H said...

I love your card!

Such texture to the circles and the stars :)

Nancy N said...

Great Card. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

Anonymous said...

Awesome prizes! Thank you for the chance to win them!
upto53@netcommander.com

De hobbydroom said...

i love your amazing CAS card!!
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Thank you for this chance :)

paperandflair said...

I love your card, that paper is so glittery and fantastic! Thanks for the giveaway.

Katie said...

How pretty! Love your New Year's card. :) Happy New Year! Thanks for the chance to win.

Katie B.

Puppy Kisses and Paper Dreams said...

Great card! THANKS for participating in this awesome blog hop - and Happy New Year!
puppykissesandpaperdreams@gmail.com

tinyfeet said...

Love your card.
Thanks for the chance to win.
May God continue to bless you and yours.

Unknown said...

Thanks for the chance to win. Happy new year!

Unknown said...

Loved your blog! I am looking forward to more time with my paper crafts!

Christine said...

Beautiful card! Thanks for the chance to win!

Emily H said...

Fab card! I love that bling!!

Jamie said...

WOW - great card and love your website. Thank you for sharing your ideas and for the chance to win your terrific blog candy!

da-un said...

happy new year..what a great card :) :)..hope can win your blog candy :) have a nice day :)

Colleen said...

I am also looking very forward to 2014, my daughter is expecting our first grandchild and we are super excited!! Happy New Year and thank you for the chance to win your great prize package.

Patty said...

It is my first time here and thank you so much for the welcome!! Love your CAS New Years card!!

Jwalters09 said...

The blog hop is great! Thanks for the chance to win :)

Lee said...

Happy 2014! your card is beautiful! thank you!

Moosisk said...

WOW! I adore your card! The colors and bling of it are so stunning. Thanks for sharing it with us along with your great giveaway. :D
Janet
moosisk@hotmail.com

truetome1970 said...

Happy New Year!! Thanks for a chance to win your fab goodies!!

Gigglls said...

Wow, a great way to start off the year with candy. Thanks for the chance to win.

Unknown said...

Over the moon excited here...another Spellbinder team member!! And I am lovin what I have had a chance to see so far!!! Cannot wait to be able to have time to really peek around!

Have a wonderful 2014!
Jackie P

ajax said...

Wonderful New Years card. Clean and simple, thats what I like. Thanks for the drawing also.

Mary Gardner said...

Happy New Year and thanks for the chance to win a great prize package!

mjg0051 at yahoo dot com

Kim Ross said...

HAPPY NEW YEAR! I've so enjoyed hopping along with you. Thanks so much for the great inspiration and the chance to win such a fabulous prize package!

Karenladd said...

Love your fabulous new year card and wishing you the crafty best in 2014

Berry Native said...

I love the sparkly, simple New Years card! Thanks for the chance to win!!

Sherry Butcher said...

Happy New Year and may this year be better than last. Great card, the sparkly, the bright stars, and the simple statement is just perfect. TFS and for the great giveaway.

Dena said...

Happy New Year to you! Thank you for the opportunity to win your generous box of goodies. Wishing you all the best in the new year.

forpahl5 said...

love the card simple and sweet! Thanks for the chance to win!

Shelly said...

Ooooh, stunning card! :) Happy New Year!

Deepti said...

Love the colors on ur card, so stunning :) Thank you for giving a chance to win :)

Sharon said...

Great card! Thanks for a chance to win such fun products.

Larissa Heskett said...

THANKS for sharing and for the chance to win!! Have a Fabulous Weekend!! ;)

Carolyn said...

Love the simple elegance of your card! What a fun giveaway...it would be like Christmas all over again!

Karen Wedding said...

I have been having a blast going through the hop. Love your card. I like all the bling of the glitter. Wonderful prize package. Thanks for the chance to win it.

Cara said...

Happy New Year Julie!
I admire your abundance of faith. It is wonderful to see these days.
You card is fabulous. I love the layout and colors.

Thank you for the opportunity to wish such a nice prize and I am looking forward to more inspiration in the coming year!
Cara
cdmalmrose@gmail.com
creativechaosbycara.blogspot.com

Sharla said...

Brilliant card, I love the sparkle and the simplicity! This hop has been amazing...I've found all kinds of new blogs to follow!! :)

Helen F. said...

Love the card, Julie! Happy New Year to you and your beautiful family!
Thanks for the chance to win your prize package too ;-)

Iris said...

Love all the circles and stars on your card. Awesome candy too.
isoscia at aol dot com

Kris B said...

Love your new years card! Thanks for being part of such an amazing hop and for sharing your talent with us throughout the year! Happy New Year!

krcmasterpiece said...

I have never seen so many blog hoppers on one hop!! WOW!
The prize looks really nice too.

Love your New Years card-all the glitter is definitely a celebration!

Love that you give God first place! Very important.

Rachel V said...

I love your card and I love your outlook on life! Happy New Year and thank you for the chance to win!

Unknown said...

Thanks for sharing this stunning card with us. God bless and Happy 2014!

Denise said...

This is a huge blog hop and I love it! Thank you so much!
Denise
Decope10@yahoo.com

no blog post said...

This is the biggest blog hop ever, and so much fun. I have found so many new and fabulous blogs. I think that is the best part of the event. So much talent out there. Thanks for the opportunity to win a giveaway.

Unknown said...

Happy New Year!!!
Stampsnews@gmail.com

Unknown said...

I love all the wonderful things that can be done with Spellbinders. Blessing for 2014

Ravengirl said...

What a lovely card and a delightful pack of goodies!

Deborah Montgomery said...

Love you card and I'm excited to follow you through the new year and see what else you have to share! Thanks for your willingness to inspire others! Happy New Year :)

Kris in Alaska said...

Fabulous and fun!

Kris in Alaska
funamom at yahoo dot com

Unknown said...

Love love love the gold and copper glitter on the kraft background! Thanks for the chance to win!

Kristen said...

Your card is great! Love all the sparkly metallic papers. Thanks for sharing!

Rita C Jackson said...

I love the bronze and browns of your card! Blessings to you and your family in 2014.

Cassie said...

Your card is clean and simple. Love it!

Grá O'Neill said...

Happy New Year! Great giveaway and beautiful card. I love the off the page circle and all the different types of stars :)

Unknown said...

Happy New Year! Beautiful designs. Thanks so much for sharing.

Marsha S said...

What a fabulous card!! Happy New Year and thanks for the chance to win!!!

Janis said...

Very sparkly and festive card. Perfect for the New Year!!!

How lovely of you to offer such delicious blog candy. Although you mentioned it, you did not require us to become followers in order to be eligible (which is I REALLY appreciate!!), but I am a brand-new follower by Google Friend, nonetheless. Yippee!!
<3 J

jwoolbright at gmail dot com

Sharon in NE said...

The stamping community is such a generous community. I think just the idea they are willing to share their talents warms my heart, but then this. Thank you for your continued inspiration. <><

Angel said...

Awesome giveaway, filled with so many pretty crafties,thank you. Love your card, Happy 2014!

SHartl said...

Love your fun and fabulous card for the new year! Thanks so much for your giveaway and wishing you the best in 2014!

ValByDesign, Valerie said...

Your New Year's card is just stunning! Thank you so much for the chance to win a wonderful prize package, and Happy 2014 to you!

Debbie said...

love seeing all the new blogs and all the different styles of all the crafters
upnurse at aol dot com

Anonymous said...

Love that classic New year's card. It is a versatile design with many applications. Thanks to all the bloggers for always providing fresh inspiration for the rest of us! Here is to that Life Abundant!

Kim A. said...

Happy New Year! I love all the metallics that you used on your card. Thank you for such a fun blog hop.

Kim A.-unlchamps6@gmail.com

Mamashops said...

Happy new year! Thanks for a chance to win!

Tiny Tom said...

Thanks for the chance to win! pkgrieve@gmail.com

suzieque said...

I love your card! Thank you for a chance to win!

Anya said...

Your kraft card with the glittery circles is gorgeous! Happy New Year!!

amesari88 said...

I've been following your blog for a while and I am always awed with your creations. Thank you for inspiring me this past year and cannot wait to see what you do this coming year!

D- said...

Love your great New Years card.
Thanks for sharing.
Crafty hugs,
D~
DesignsByDragonfly.blogspot

Lee said...

I love the glitz! Just wanted to stop by and wish you a Happy New Year! Glad to have you on the hop!

Pat K said...

Glitter is fun and sparkly so much
fun! Love your giveaway!

Denise Bryant said...

Pretty New Year's card! Love the sparkle!

Penny said...

Thanks so much for participating in the blog hop. It is so much fun. Everyone is so talented and I appreciate the sharing of all the creative people. God bless..
pudgepalace@bresnan.net

Unknown said...

Love, love, love this!!! Oh what fun I am having jumping from blog to blog. Thank you

Heather North said...

You all are the blessing. Thank you for taking part in this generous idea of giving from your abundance!

Rosy Newlun said...

I love your card, the CAS, sparkly geometric shapes and beauty of it. Thank you for sharing your abundance with others ♥ rosyrnrn at yahoo dot com

Jessica said...

happy new year!!! love your sparkly card! :)

JessicaK said...

Wow that card us all kinds of glittery fun. Perfect to ring in the new year

doo6300 said...

Thanks for the chance to win goodies!

Alex King said...

Great blog hop. Thanks for the giveaway!

AmandaPaper said...

Lovely metallics on the card. Thank you for the hop. Happy 2014!

pippirose said...

Your card is simply beautiful.
Thanks for the fantastic giveaway.
:o)
pippirose59 at gmail dot com

Graciellie Design said...

Thanks for the opportunity and happy new year.

http://gracielliedesign.blogspot.com/

Lee Ann Barrett said...

Hi Julie! Love, love, love your CAS New Year's card! What a wonderful design and perfectly balanced. Happy New Year!

marg0006 said...

Fun card. Like the pop of glitter.

marg0006 at verizon dot net

Unknown said...

Your blog is so inspiring, not just the amazing "quick" card, but also sharing your faith and God's word/scripture verses. Thanks for the chance to win some great prizes and I pray you will have a happy and blessed new year!

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