Friday, February 11, 2011

Cricky Across the 50 Blog Hop

A Big Cricut Hello & Chirp to everyone! Welcome to the Cricky Across the 50 Blog Hop hosted by K Andrew of Getting Cricky! If you are here from Kathy's blog "The Beautiful Life" then you are in the right spot. If you just happened along my blog and would like to start from the beginning head over to KAndrew's Getting Cricky! For this blog hop K Andrew is celebrating her big move across the country with a big road trip, and of course this hop across the 50 states! She has asked us all to post a little bit about the state we are representing, and then to post our Favorite Craft Project. I am representing the great state of:

For this project I cut the "Nebraska" from vinyl and the pioneer boy and girl and wagon came from Paper Doll Dress Up. I googled Nebraska state seal SVG and used my CRI-Kits gel pens and Cricut to make it on printable vinyl. Sorry for not originally including this in my post. Thank you "amayo" for asking. 
Capital: Lincoln
Motto: Equality before the law
Flower - goldenrod
Tree - cottonwood
Bird - Western Meadowlark
Two huge and wonderful attractions in my area are:
(my home town)
(about 45 minutes from me) 
We are also home to a GREAT football team. The Nebraska Cornhuskers represent the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The program has established itself as a traditional powerhouse, and has the fourth-most all-time victories of any NCAA Division I-A team. Nebraska is one of only seven football programs in NCAA Division I-A history to win 800 or more games. The Cornhuskers are the winningest college football program over the last 50 years, both by winning percentage and number of wins. This information came from Wikipedia.
We were also asked to share one of our most favorite projects and here is mine.
I used Pink by Designs January stamp of the month set, green crystal stickers from Cabochons and Bic Mark-It markers. Coloring brings out the child in everyone and I think that is why it is my favorite.

Now comes the fun part "Blog Candy". I am giving away a complete kit of CRI-Kits Glitter (10 pens + 1 carrier).  All you have to do is be a follower on my blog and leave a comment on this post. Easy Peasy!! I will post a winner on Valentine's Day!!

Please make sure to visit and leave comments on all of the blogs for a chance to win a number of AMAZING different Grand Prizes on Getting Cricky's blog, from these great companies: Scrap N Tote, Scrap N Easel, Cri-Kits, Creative Charms, Memory Miser, Scrappy Chic Cafe, Loralie Designs, My Pink Stamper, Peachy Keen Stamps, Cricut Town, The Scrappin' Table, Piktails, and Pink by Design.

Each of the individual blogs will also have fabulous giveaways (cricut cartridges, paper packs, copic markers, yourstory bundle, clear stamp sets, and tons more). Each blogger was extremely generous with their own personal giveaways.

Next stop on the hop is back to Kristal of Getting Cricky.

151 comments:

Scrapp'n Nana said...

Thank you for sharing your state information. It is beautiful. Thank You so much for the chance to win some of these beautiful gifts plus to see a little about every state and to join some great one. also the beautiful crafts they are working on.

Sincerely
Donna Scrapp'n Nana
http://scrappnana.blogspot.com/

Melissa said...

Thanks for sharing your state. Your card is so pretty! I'm a new follower!

Melissa
www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com

www.cricutcraftyclare.blogspot.com said...

Sweet little birds! I am following and thanks for the chance to win! cjdempsey9 at msn dot com

Leah said...

thank you for sharing.... I'm a new follower. I loved your card. Thank you for the chance to win.

Leah

http://leahscarddesigns.blogspot.com

Tanya said...

Pretty card.. Thanks for sharing info about your state. I'm a new follower as well.
Hugs,
Tanya
freddylswillima@windstream.net

Julie Wasson said...

thanks for letting me visit Nebraska
juliewasson@yahoo.com

Midori said...

The card is really cute. Would love to have some pens too. :)-

Rose said...

Thanks for sharing with a new follower.

Rose
rosemary28697@yahoo.com
http://rose-homemadecards.blogspot.com/

Lisa Norris said...

What a pretty card! Thanks for sharing...I'm a new follower. :o)

Lisa
prettypaperprettyribbons.blogspot.com
lnorris21 at hotmail dot com

mitch1066 said...

oooh this hop is amazing .Bringing all these crafters from across the states.Thanks for sharing,im a new follower:)

mitch1066@gmail.com

GiGi said...

WOW! That bridge is AMAZING! It looks so cool! I love your card. The bling is great! Thanks for the great blog candy. I became a new follower.
booger1 at tds.net

Krystal said...

We traveled through Nebraska on our way up here from AZ. It's a beautiful state. :) Thanks so much for sharing the information. Have a wonderful day. (P.S. It made me giggle to read the comment above this box that says "I do a happy dance when I get comments!" I envisioned you standing at your computer dancing around!! Bwahahahaha. :)

Cherie said...

I drove through Nebraska on a road trip! Thanks for sharing. Your card is beautiful!!

cherie.goyer at gmail.com
http://oneheartscrapper.blogspot.com

scrappy said...

Very pretty card. I would love to win your blog candy. Thanks for giving me the chance. scrapbookadd@gmail.com

Glora said...

Fun projects I love them. And thanks for all the fun information on your state too! - glora

me(at)glorajean(dot)com

Anonymous said...

Oma, you didn't mention that NEB has great football! Thanks for sharing about your state and sharing your sweet card! teelayoung@hotmail.com (t-la)

Sandy S. (CraftyCreations) said...

Thanks for sharing your state. Love your card too!
Following.
Sandy
http://thecraftycreationspot.blogspot.com/

Unknown said...

Gloria your card is so pretty, love it!!
Cindy
miller896042 at bellsouth dot net

Beebeebabs said...

TFS your state. Always love your cards tfs!!!

Lisa's Creative Niche said...

beautiful card! I love the fact that you used a darker background paper to stamp on! Thank you!
Lisa
summer_sunset54@hotmail.com

Unknown said...

Ohhhh wow love that archway =) And your card is sooo cute =) I am now one of your newest followers =)

Hugs from Lilli =)
l.a.nikolaisen at gmail dot com
www.crazycardmaker.blogspot.com

Dawn said...

pretty card. new follower. tyfs

PurpleLadyBug said...

Thanks for participating in this blog hop! This is so much fun :)

kperlic@hotmail.com

Creative Diva said...

Love your projects! New follower! Thanks for a chance to win!
creativediva98@gmail.com
creativediva98.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

I am a new follower and #200 how cool is that!!! Your card is awesome!!! We have family from Nebraska so we all have the Huskers t-shirts..
Have to keep on hopping...
Happy Crafting!!
Karen dkolopez@msn.com

Amanda said...

Thanks for sharing!! Love your projects!!

amandawoodau at hotmail dot com

Lillian Child said...

Hello! I live in Omaha, so we almost family! Will you be hosting Thanksgiving this year? LOL - okay, that's just my midwest humor coming out.

I am now a follower of your blog - so nice to meet you!

http://lillianchild.blogspot.com

Theresa said...

Thanks so much for sharing a bit about Nebraska..and your card is gorgeous.
firelass51@aol.com

Chrissy said...

Beautiful card-I just love the paper! I am following you

grannyjuju said...

great thanks for sharing

Anonymous said...

Hey there sweet girl! You did such a fabulous job on this post--it's beautiful!
You Gloria are just such a sweetheart and I am so glad we met and became friends! I just love ya!

Big Cricky Kisses,
K

Annel & Steve said...

thank your for sharing about your state. I am a new follower and look forward to seeing more of your art.
Annel
pud22164@yahoo.com
http://annelsblog.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

What a darling card! I haven't even opened my stamp set yet...but you've inspired me! I've been to Nebraska---it truly is a lovely state with some fun things to do along the way! I'm a follower--you can find me at ksjennings at gmail dot com and/or http://karelj.blogspot.com

Angela said...

I love this hop it has been so much fun with such amazing projects thanks so much for sharing. Thanks for your state info I am now a follower

Gloria said...

I don't know if when Kristal said "comment on all the blogs" she meant our own too but I'm not taking any chances because I want to enter for the Grand Prizes. LOL

Thank you everyone for all the nice comments you are leaving. I love them all!!!

pat said...

thank you for sharing your card with us.
I especially liked your exploding box.
thanks again for taking aprt in this blog hop

Hello said...

Thanks for sharing information about your state and for the chance to win that awesome prize. I'm a new follower.

lafaellis85@twlakes.net

Backyard Nature said...

Wow, super prize! Thanks for sharing.
I am following, just look for the horse.
Sandy in Mo
arabfilly at gmail.com

Bunnyfreak said...

Go Huskers!!!
Love the project.
username at yahoo dot com

Sue in CT said...

I am a follower. Love the project. There is nothing like coloring it yourself...huh. I agree. Thanks for the info. on your state.
susanslomski at yahoo dot com

Scrappy Jackie said...

I am already a follower. The card you made is adorable.THank you so much for sharing about Nebraska. I have never been there but would love to someday. Thank you so much for the hop. pjritsema at gmail dot com

Jenny said...

Love your projects...thanks for sharing!

Jenny
jennykingham at att dot net

Anna said...

Great projects and info. Loving this hop.
I'm a follower.
Thanks for the chance to win.
http: // mamawann. blogspot. com/
annadowdy at gmail dot com

Charlotte said...

Thanks for sharing your state. Your card is wonderful!

Karen said...

Very very cute project .... LOVE IT! TFS! And I am a new follower! Thanks for the chance at some blog candy, too! ;)
Karen


rkbmadden at hotmail dot com

mbchoj said...

very pretty card. thanks for the opp. to win.
mbchoj at aol dot com

Ms. Bekah said...

Cute card! bekah.posnansky@gmail.com

Manhattan Mandie said...

What a sweet card! I'm a huge fan of the Pink By Design stamps. I need this months Stamp of the Month Kit... I'm a shoe addict, LOL! Thanks for the info about your state! I'm a new follower and hope you will come check out my blog too!!!

Stacey Brucale said...

I love your card! It's so cute!

xxsquigglesxx(at)gmail(dot)com

Patricia Hurlburt said...

Love your projects!! Thanks for sharing.
Patti

http://lilbitcreations.blogspot.com/

Anonymous said...

Love that page of Nebraska- where sis you get teh state seal- did I miss where you said that? TFS
Alyssa
alyssa at mayofamily dot com

zenderzoocrew said...

Great blog. Great info about Nebraska. Never been there, maybe someday. I'm in Ohio. Love your blog and project. Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win.
Jen from Ohio
zenderzoocrew@yahoo

Jenny said...

very cool! Thanks for sharing!

pattyk said...

Love the card -great color. thanks from snowie Ohio--millierose651@aol.com

Linda said...

Awesome project.

http://ikolinda-scrappinmomma.blogspot.com

Sherri said...

I am a new follower!

Great project!

Sherri
sherri@cwik.org

Formerly known as: Queen of Bling said...

Thanks for participating in the hop and the chance to win, love your projects and state!!!

Lisa said...

Love your projects. I am a new follower. Thanks for the chance to win.

paperbutterflies AT sbcglobal DOT net

lisaspaperbutterflies AT sbcglobal DOT net

lilsweetcajun said...

Cute projects. Hopping along.

Lilsweetcajun@aol.com

jennyplace2 said...

Thanks for sharing your State and your darling lyaout.I am now a follower
jennyplace26@gmail.com

scrappin2babygirls said...

love the card. Been through Nebraska a few times :). Im a new follower!
-jamie
babyblueangel_30@yahoo.com

Jae said...

Thanks for the info on Nebraska. Very cute card, TFS :)
Jenn
craftyfulgardens.blogspot.com
smile4jenn at hotmail dot com

Brenna said...

thanks for your state information! i love your card, it is really beautiful with the "natural/organic" colours!! beautiful!! thanks for sharing!
brenna
rbanderson@live.ca

MulticrafterAmy said...

Great Card!
amywooten2010 at gmail dot com

Janice W. said...

Great projects! I agree that coloring brings out the kid in us. It is fun!

Anonymous said...

Im a new follower your card is cute. I have visited Nebraska in 1992. We didnt have a walmart here is washington yet and I was so amazed by the size of the store. I didnt want to leave. I laugh about it now.
kacee
mcvicwif@yahooo.com

EllenM said...

What a beautiful card ~ no wonder it's your fav.

TFS and thanks too for the chance to win your giveaway.

EllenM
EllenM361@gmail.com
http://lifeatwalnuthill.blogspot.com/

Unknown said...

Love your card, thanks for sharing and for the chance to win. I am a follower.

Sue S. said...

I really like the card. Thanks for sharing info about your state. I am now a follower.

grannyss1@wowway.com
http://grannysscrappingplace.blogspot.com/

Helena Lane said...

Love your blog and your projects! Keep up the great work!
helena48@gmail.com

Josie0602 said...

Love your card! Lovin this hop! So much fun!
www.scrappininthewoods.blogspot.com

Sarah said...

I love your card! coloring is my favorite also!
~Sarah
craftingwithsarah.blogspot.com
craftingwithsarah@gmail.com

simplybren said...

I love your Nebraska project. Thanks for sharing!
simplybren at hotmail dot com

Kristi said...

Love the archway and your beautiful card.
kidshomelove at yahoo .com

doverdi said...

Great card! TFS!

Renae said...

Nebraska holds a special place in my heart. I would have to say 90% of my relatives currently live in Nebraska. Both on my parents went to the University of Nebraska. GO CORNHUSKERS!

rpcrafter at gmail dot com

Melanie Makes said...

Never been to Nebraska, but maybe I will get to Omaha next time me Clemson Tigers go. Great projects!

mommahobbit said...

That card is so wonderful! Nice job :)
http://mommahobbit.blogspot.com/

Anonymous said...

Thanks for sharing your states info. Your card is awesome. Thanks for the opportunity to win. I do follow you.

Have a great day
Hugs
Dusti
dusti@scrappinwithcricut.com
http://www.scrappinwithcricut.com

Angela said...

Love your card!!!! I am a new follower!! TFS!!

lauermaa at gmail dot com

Rhonda said...

Thanks for the chance at the giveaway! I'm a new follower too!
xtechrjr@hughes.net

AmyJRockstar said...

I love that project too! I can see why it's your favorite. You did a great job with it. I have been through Nebraska several times on road trips, but must admit, it has never been a final destination. Thanks for the giveaway!
XO ~ Amy Jo (follower)
amyjrockstar at gmail dot com
http://lv2scrapandfibrofacts.blogspot.com/

Unknown said...

TFS! I LOVE your project!!!!!

Debbi said...

Your card is so pretty!
I'm a follower. Thanks for the chance to win such great candy.
*smiles*
debbi
hockman1 at sbcglobal dot net

mse006 said...

thanks for sharing and a chance to win! i am now a follower and i am looking forward to your future posts! mse006atyahoodotcom

The Cabby Crafter said...

I'd love to visit nebraska someday.
Thanks for sharing.
hugs,
michelle aka cabby crafter
www.cabbycraft.blogspot.com
cabbycraft@gmail.com

kathy said...

beautiful artwork!!!! just stunning! thanks for sharing....i'm a new follower!

Kristin said...

Thanks for sharing your home state with us! I love the pioneer wagon and boy and girl ~ too cute!

Kristin
ksully4597 at gmail dot com

Minta's Creations said...

Love everything.
Minta

mintab@gmail.com
http://mintascreations.blogspot.com/

granny said...

Thanks for sharing and for the change to win some great blog candy! Love the vinyl Nebraska and boy and girl.
I am a new follower . . . hope you will follow me too . . .
Genelle
brown7444@bellsouth.net
grannysbullfrogsandbutterflies@blogspot.com

ReinasMomma said...

New follower here! Thanks for sharing! After having lived in Nebraska for a year, I do have to add another point of attraction- CARHENGE! It's a replica of Stonehenge and made out of old cars. Pretty neat. chrisbrown1973@hotmail.com

Stephanie said...

Your card is just beautiful. I'm already a follower and really enjoy your blog.

Stephanie
scrapadelic@gmail.com

Lisa's Memory Parlor said...

Thanks for sharing your beautiful card. I am a new follower! Thanks for sharing alittle Nebraska with us!
lisa_williamson2004 @ yahoo dot com

Sally said...

Thanks for sharing!
Sally
opolski07@gmail.com

Trisha said...

Your card is beautiful, as is, your state. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win some wonderful cri-kits. I love mine. I am a new follower. patnbobcuddy at gmail dot com

sroper1 said...

We have an awesome football team too! Ohio State! thanks for sharing

Dana said...

Nebraska is a lovely state, been there a few times! Your projects are super cool!

dmcarlisle09atgmaildotcom

D said...

Love how you used the Paper Doll cart. They look so cute! Your card is beautiful.

Heather said...

Great card! I am a new follower!
ra6352 (at) gmail (dot) com

missleyden said...

Cute card..thanks for sharing about Nebraska.

Christine said...

Thanks for sharing your state with us! You card is very pretty. I am a new follower. Would you like to follow me?

Chris
Chris.Pickul@hotmail.com
http://pickulblog.blogspot.com/

Flair Girl said...

I'm from Kansas myself-we share tornados!! :D Great blog candy! TFS! brynnthornburgh@gmail[dot]com

jessica said...

Thanks for sharing your great projects! Your newest follower
jessica
eschfamily@yahoo.com
chick-n-scrap.blogspot.com

Jodi Hallas said...

I've spent time in Omaha. I have thoroughly enjoyed this blog hop. Thanks for the inspiration.

SpantastiKreations said...

LOVE your pilgrims. ADORABLE.

TFS,
Erin
spantastikreations@yahoo.com

Janis Lewis said...

Great creations. Those paper dolls and wagon are so cute. Beautiful green card too. :) Janis northrose@slowar.com

stefeni said...

When we were living in Colorado, we drove 2 hours to Nebraska just to get our Australian Shepherd. He was the cutest thing ever. I love your card. I didn't even know Pink by Design made image stamps.

spunkycrayon at yahoo dot com

Rockin Robin Caldwell said...

Oma...that archway intrigues me!!! I sure would love to see that. Love the card. Isn't working with vinyl a blast? I did 4 chargers for Christmas. SCAL, cricut, and vinyl make me look so talented!! Will sub via RSS feeds!! Hugs, Rockin Robin C (stampinsavage at yahoo dot com)

Shana said...

Love your project, always looking for new ideas. Thanks, look forward to following.

shanasewing@yahoo.com

Melissa said...

What a cute card! Love it! And what a great idea to write on vinyl! Never been to Nebraska but the hubby and I plan on visiting all 50 states one day!

Thanks for sharing!
--Melissa
scrappycupcakes@yahoo.com

Cricket's Cricut Creations said...

Thanks for the info on your state!! and all of the great inspiration!!
Mollie
OneHotCricket@aol.com

Sandy said...

Hi Gloria! I love the state seal and the covered wagon with the people... great job! I am a new follower (I'm please that I found your blog!)

Unknown said...

Hello from Louisiana! I loved hearing about Nebraska and I've enjoyed all of the state info I have learned on this blog hop. It has been so much fun.

Carol
scrappinheaven@yahoo.com
http://scrappinheaven.blogspot.com

Holly Lefevre said...

I thought I had been to a lot of states...until I did this blog hop!

Your project is Fabulous! I love anything with birdies!


Happy Weekend...stopping in from Central CA and I am a new follower.
Thanks for being a part of the hop.
Holly
504 Main

Lovebug Creations said...

Love your card!! Soooo pretty...Love the colors!! Thanks for the info on Nebraska!!! :)

Kimi

kmbrlysue22 at yahoo dot com

Christy said...

TFS info on NE and your project. I have to admit I looked at several of your other projects, like the explosion box and the i heart you card and I had to become a follower. Thanks for sharing your talents.

Christy
http://christybladehandmade.blogspot.com

sandyh50 said...

Great visit to Nebraska on your blog! I love your card and I am a follower!

sandyh502001 at yahoo dot com

CherylP said...

I am a new follower. Thanks for sharing your project as well as some information about your state. Thanks for the chance to win!

cherylphillips AT comcast DOT net

Amy E. McCollum said...

Awww... Tweet little birds!
Off to complete the hop...
Smooches, Amy smoochesstampin.blogspot.com

Ashley said...

Love the layout and the adorable card! I am a follower! Thanks for sharing and the awesome giveaway!

Ashley "Scrappin' Pink Piglet"
scrappinpinkpiglet(at)gmail(dot)com

Christy: said...

I also live in Nebraska. Hate our new license plates.
Your project is adorable. Thanks for sharing. Been a follower of your blog since...I don't know when. Found you on another blog hop some time ago. I love these!
vidalia68@yahoo.com

LesleyfromWI said...

Loved learning about your state. We have only driven through but I would love to visit one day! Thanks for sharing and I am a new follower.
lfuchs1 at wi. rr. com

Sheryl L said...

...lemon squeezy!

Hello from Florida! Thanks for sharing your state and your projects!drgnfly_s@yahoo.com

ScrappyScavenger said...

I have never visited! Thank you for all the great info! And your project is well done! Thanks so much for sharing! ScrappyScavenger/yahoo

Krista said...

Thanks for sharing your state. Sweet little birds.

Kelly S said...

Thanks for the info about Nebraska. I love your card. Very cute.

Love to scrap Lyndra said...

I love the cute birds, butterflies and the clods on your card, adorable. Thanks for sharing the information about Nebraska.
dbjb1519 at yahoo dot com

lalaland said...

so cute! i love the one with the birds on it! i'd love to win the glitter pens. they'd really spruce up my pages!

Joe M said...

I love your cute little birds card and also love the butterfly punch card too (that is a few posts down). I have become a follower too. Thanks.
jlm26@aol.com
www.createncraft.com

Beth W. said...

Such a very pretty card! TFS!
eastunders@embarqmail.com
eastunders.blogspot.com

msmillcreek said...

LOVE the coloring! great card:) millcreek@aol.com

Becky Dunham said...

Nebraska sounds fabulous Gloria! Thanks for the virtual tour :) I am a new follower - loving what I have seen so far - very cute card!

rebeccadunham at hotmail dot com

Amy K said...

Great Card, and you are giving away a great prize to. Thanks for sharing you state with us. I'm off to hop to another blog....

akuehn65@gmail.com

Deanne said...

beautiful card! Thanks!



dwasher at insightbb dot com

Amyscats said...

This is a fun hop, enjoyed learning more about Nebraska. Looks lovely, sounds fun. Love your layout!!!
Amyscats
amylfahnestock@gmail.com

LaLa said...

Thanks for sharing the info and your project!

~Lauren
queen_lade at yahoo.com

scrapperbecka said...

your card is beautiful! I have been to NB once. It was nice

scrapperbecka at yahoo dot com

BUZZY BEE DESIGNS and GRAPHICS said...

Just got home was out of town for the weekend
Hope I not to late.. Thanks for doing this hop!!!
http://buzzybeedesigns.blogspot.com
Rebecca Minor
buzzybeedesigns(AT)yahoo(DOT)com

ShersL84bed said...

Thanks for participating in this blog hop, its been great. Love your project.

ShersL84bed@aol.com

Carrie's Corner said...

Hello my NE neighbor. I'm also from NE about an hour north of Omaha. Cute project! I like how you used the Cri Kits. TFS! Go Huskers!
Carrie
cau0617 at yahoo dot com

Darlene said...

Love your card! beautiful. TFS about Nebraska.

Darlene
desaucier at bellsouth dot net

DarlaMae said...

I'm a new follower...love your blog! I will be back soon :) hopping on...

Darla
http://craftingdarlamaestyle.blogspot.com

scraphappysue said...

You did an awesome job on your State Seal....that is amazing!!! I have never seen what the Cri-Kits can do. Love your blog! TFS
Suzy Northwest OH
scraphappysue@yahoo.com

pennykitz said...

Happy Valentines Day!!! I love following your blog.pennykitz@charter.net
http://pennykitz.blogspot.com/

JustYolie said...

Thanks for sharing the info on your state. Thanks for the chance to win!

FMonty said...

Thanks for sharing your state! And love your project!!!

Kris in Alaska said...

*LOL Love your happy dance comments!* Awesome idea with the Cri-kits pens and the state seal! Gives me an idea for my state! TFS!

Kris in Alaska
funamom at yahoo dot com

Unknown said...

Great information about your great state - the card is beautiful - thanks for sharing!!
--Robin

SherriC. said...

WOW, I love your Nebraska project, sooo cool....
thanks for all the info, sounds like a great place to visit...
brodiec88 at hotmail dot com

My Scrap Diary said...

Great Nebraska project!!
Thanks for the fun facts. Its been fun learning new things.
Thanks
Jess M :)
Im a new follower

Teri Barefoot said...

Thanks for showing us your state I'm a new follower
Thanks,
Teri
teri dot barefoot at gmail dot com