Monday, February 21, 2011

Magnolia-licious blog hop - Spring themed Mini challenge!!


Good morning, happy Monday, and welcome to the Magnolia-licious Design Team monthly blog hop for February!!  I'm the first stop along the hop this month, but be sure you visit the Magnolia-licious Highlites blog to see how you can participate in the challenge for a chance to win a magnificent prize from Diana and Magnolia-licious! All the hoppers will be listed there as well, so you can pop back there if you should get lost along the way. 
 This month we've got lots of "Mini" fun planned for you! The challenge is to use only Mini Magnolia stamps and make it spring themed! So I took that challenge and made a Mini Magnolia word book!  Now there are TONS of pictures to show, so I apologize for the length of this. But I'll make it worth your while to stay until the end by enticing you with a wee bit of calorie free candy!  Let me preface the pictures by telling you which images I used from Magnolia-licious:  Mini #268 Little Bunny Tilda, Mini #3027 Chicken Tilda, Mini #3028 Tilda with Three Flwers, Mini #452 Two Eggs, Mini #3047 So Spooky Tilda (with her broom cut off),  Mini #341 Tilda Blowing Hearts, Hippity Hoppity Easter mini sized images, #1 Vintage Tag Doohickey die, #18 Rose Leaf Doohicky die, and the Doohickey die flourish which I don't see in stock at the moment. Now here's lots of pics for which I'll be nice and quiet... (you can click on the pics for a nice close up, but please ignore all the mistakes!)


























All cardstock used is Bazzill, all DP are from Nitwit Collections,  images were colored with Copic sketch markers (sorry...didn't keep track). The word book was cut with my Pazzle Inspiration first in chipboard, then in the paper.  I used various Martha Stewart border punches throughout, as well as some flowers from Wild Orchid Crafts and Prima. The glittered hearts I used are from Melissa Frances which I've had for about two years (I was so in love with them that I bought three sets of them LOL!)  Now it's time to head over to my fabulously talented design team sister, Barb! But before you go, if you leave a comment on this post before 11:59 Pacific, Feb 25th, you will have a chance to win #221 Ribbon Hair Tilda.


You can see her on a card right HERE. So please hop on over to Barb's blog and see what yummy creation she has to show you today. Thanks so much for hopping with us today, and can't wait to see what you come up with for the challenge! Have a great week! Hugs!!

98 comments :

Carol said...

WOWZER Sharon, what eye candy!! What a way to start a blog hop. Absolutely gorgeous Hun, luv everything about it. Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win some candy too. Lotsa luv, hugs xxxx

allex said...

Lurve, Lurve, Lurve it !! Gorgeous start to a blog hop Sharon. Thanks for the chance to win candy and for sharing your amazing word book !!

Hugs, sandra xx

Debby said...

WOW, you put alot of work into youe album,,,,it is wonderful! Thanks for a chance to win your candy.

KayBeScraps said...

wow.. your Book is amazing.. love it.. ♥
Thanks for the chance to win your fantastic candy..
Big hugs, Katrin

Anonymous said...

A beautiful album. You did a super job with all of the designs. A lovely gift for anyone..
tfs

hugs
bobbi

Lelishna said...

♥♥♥ WOW! WOW! WOW! fantastic word book!!
so beautiful design! you made a great work, Sharon! ♥♥♥

Unknown said...

What an awesome album. All your Tildas look fantastic what a wonderful idea.

Gea said...

What a wonderful booklet! Love all the little Magnolia's
-x- Gea

laura said...

Wow, how did you come up with thta, its amazing, I wish my brain could function as well

Isbel Ahmad said...

The álbum is so pretty!!!

Elin Larsson said...

Lovely book! Especially like the way you placed the "mini-magnolias"

Creativity with Dawn said...

What a fabulous project!! I love it !!

Unknown said...

Wow, what an amazing minibook. I love the way how you placed the magnolia's and the sentiments.
Great job!

greetings, Claudia

Beth said...

Oh my goodness, Sharon, what an awesome word book! Love it! You did a fantastic job!

Hugs,
Beth

monica said...

Wow Sharon, This is just beautiful. You can tell a lot of time, planning and love with in to your book. Excellent job and each of the mini Tilda's look amazing.
Hugs
Monica

Lillian A said...

This project must certainly have kept you occupied for quite some time, Sharon - wow, lots of fabulous coloring and designs (and I didn't see any mistakes!). Thanks for this touch of spring - we've gotten another 8" of snow here in Michigan - want some (please!).

craftymom205 said...

Love the word album. Thanks for sharing.

craftymom205 at yahoo dot com

Adriana said...

I have just had a WOW moment after looking at your gorgeous album. I love all those cute mini Magnolia's and would love to try and make an album someday. Thank you for the great ideas and a chance to win your candy :)
xx

Dena said...

Super cute! I haven't ever made one of the word books! Yours looks fantastic adorned with these minis!!! What a great job!
Hugs, Dena

Sheri said...

OMG!! I LOVE this. I wish I could make something half this cute! This one is an out of the park homerun!!

Unknown said...

This is absolutely gorgeous!!!! Beautiful project!
Hugs
Kim
x

DeeDee said...

OMG! Sherri this is adorable! WOW! You've put so much work into this sweet little book! Girlie, this is a piece of artwork! WONDERFUL! I love it! Have a great day! HUGS!

Juliep said...

Wow, this is amazing. I love your book and all those adorable little Tildas. Every page is just so adorable. Thanks so much for sharing.

charlene said...

Sharon your word book is just to cute ! I lvoe it and all the images are just beautifully done ! Great job my friend
Big Hugs♥

Kim said...

Sharon this is absolutely gorgeous! What an adorable album hun! You've put a lot of work into such a treasure! Stunning work hun!
Hugs~ Kim

Tracey said...

Oh wow, this is just incredible SHaron!!! What a gorgeous project!! xx

Carissa said...

What a beautiful album. Just adorable. I cannot imagine how much time this would have taken.
Carissa :)

amylynne said...

Wonderful project! Thanks so much for sharing it!

Danielle Champagne said...

Hello Sharon, How precious is this little album. I love all the wonderful papers you have chosen to illustrate spring. All Tilda's are perfectly colored,
Very inspiring.
HUgs. Danielle.

Diamond-Sky said...

OMG, so beautiful and inspirational x

Lisa said...

amazing job Sharon, this must of taken you hours but the finished product is stunning, well done!!!

Heidi Brawley said...

OMG!!! What a very cute book you made with all those cuties!!!
~Heidi Brawley

Myrna said...

Sharon what an awesome book and idea! I think I may have to try this for an Easter present! Thank you for the inspiration!!

Becca Fabozzi said...

WOOOWWWWW. Your creation is amazing. I love every single page of your "mini" album! Great images, and the colors are just beautiful. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us.

Irene Daryanto said...

Wow Sharon, love the word chipboard album, you and the DP is so cute, very nice coloring on Tildas, it must take a lot of time to color all that mini Tildas. Awesome!!
hugs, Irene

Christina C. said...

WOW....Sharon!!! This is absolutely breathtaking...what a magnificent projects using your minis....soooooo cute!!!!!

Monique said...

Wow Sharon !! That's a gorgious word book. What a lot of work, but so worth it. I love it :)).

Hugs Monique

duchessdee said...

Sharon, you really out did yourself with this one. What a clever idea I love it. Duchessdee@msn.com

Lisa Andrews said...

Beautiful book Sharon! I just love all of the mini's and your embellishments!

Hugs,
Lisa A

Anonymous said...

Oh wowzer Sharon!! This is truly stunning!! I adore your little book with all of those fabby mini mags on it!! Too sweet and very colorful!! Thanks for this wonderful blog hop!!HUGS

Brook said...

Wonderful album and so beautifully decorated! Love it!

Barb Hardeman said...

Completely gorgeous and totally delightful Ladybug! I'm lovin' those papers and all your wonderful embellishments make me want to run barefoot through the grass and pick wild flowers! Hugs, Barb

DesignerDiva said...

YOur 'Spring' album is absolutely fantastic I love everything about it and to top it off - its filled with my favourite little friend - Tilda
Love 'n' Hugs Laurie x

Camilla said...

Wow what a stunning creation Sharon! Love it!
Hugs, Camilla

Unknown said...

Oh how cute are the mini magnolia's. I the way you've done your art with her. I only ordered 1 waiting on it, hoping I can see to color the wee little things. I'm thinking of making a mini easel card with it....I think it would be sooo cute! Thanks for the blog hop and the inspiration! Hugs!

Shazza said...

Sharon this is amazing, love all the detail x

Unknown said...

I forgot to say how cute the little bunny Tilda is! :o)

Lisa Hjulberg said...

OMGoodness, this could not be any cuter!!! What a terrific way to showcase sweet mini-Mags other than on a card. Bravo!

Sandy said...

Oh my gracious! How long did it take you to make this - I guess you need something a bit more than a Cuttlebug to cut out the stuff? I don't have a clue how to make this kind of book. The book is delightful Sharon and very creative - how in the world did you do that!!!!
Hugs
Sandy

Mary Lou said...

Gracious Sharon~~I don't believe my eyes!! What a beautiful album!!! Love these mini's to death!!!
Thanks so much and your talent is TRULY A BLESSING!!!!
Hugz

Anonymous said...

Sharon this is just the most beautiful little scrapbook ever! Love your colors and all the adorable images you colored up! Those papers are sooo pretty. This will make a lovely gift for someone! hugs, Angela

Cassy said...

Such a sweet little book! A lot of love went into creating it! It's beautiful!
:o)
Cassy

Suzan L said...

Hi Sharon, I love the Spring Book taht you have created!! The Minis are perfect for it!! Each page is so darling!!
Hugs,
Suzan Laverty

Sue D said...

Adorable! The mini Tildas are perfect for this book.
slrdowney at hotmail dot com

angelwhispers said...

Just gorgeous I adore these little minis and can't wait for them to be in stock properly!! Such a beautiful project and love the diffferent images and lovely papers just perfect! Chanelle xxx

Regina Easter said...

goodness, finally made it to the end at of all the comments....wow so much love for ya girl....this is the best sharon....i love everything about it...love ya...hugs

Maureen said...

Holy crap Sharon! This would have taken me weeks to complete! What a fantastic book! Ooooh! And I see my Easter basket so skillfully coloured there! Too cool!!!! Awesome work, as always.

Brigitte said...

Wow, what a great project!!! You are so patient and your coloring is exquisite!
brigitteetleschats at hotmail dot com

PeggyLovesVintage said...

Ok.. what can I say that hasn't already been said.... except the only thing I can say that nobody else can....... WOW SIS! AWESOME JOB! I'M SO PROUD! :) Love yah!

Corinne said...

WOW...fantastic project. Very nicely done. Beautiful.
Hugs~
Corinne

Candy said...

Just what mistakes would those be Sharon??
I can't believe you MADE the book yourself!!! I though it was a bought one - WOW. LOVE the papers and need to know what collection they are from :o)
Beautifully made and decorated.
I am SO impresssed!!!
Big hugs and hope you have today off - I understand it is a holiday in the US.
Candy

Unknown said...

Absolutely gorgeous love the little mini's and the beautiful papers you have used.
Chris x

Janiel/ janny said...

Sharon LOVE your album dear!!!!!!!
WOW factor!!!!!

hugs, Janiel

Stressed Stamper said...

OMG its stunning hun - must have taken forever...and then I spy you are offering some candy - fab - thanks for the chance hun xxx
Sarah x

Danni said...

Oh my! This is just fabulous and stunning and oh wow!!

Donna C said...

Totally adorable ! I am so inspired with what you have created ! TFS !

Beth R said...

Wow! what a cute book. Great job

Chris said...

Oh my, Sharon, this is just lovely! Each page is amazing! I love the colors and the happy feel of the project! Beautiful!

XO,
Chris Christensen

Chris said...

Wow! It's beautiful.

Cami said...

WOWZERS! OMG Sharon, this album is just over-the-top GORGEOUS! What a keepsake with all the mini Maggies! Every page is so beautiful and I luv, luv, luv, how you used these delightful minis, colored to perfection! All I can say is WOW! This is a masterpiece. If you ever get tired of looking at it, I'll send you my snail mail LOL!
Hugs, Cami

Madge H. said...

Sharon, I'm such a fan of making books - and this one is so special. Makes me want to collect the minis....Beautiful work!
~ rubber hugs ~
Madge

carrie said...

Wow! What an awesome Spring word book you made! It is fantastic. The coloring and design is outstanding!

Sheri said...

WOW! Isn't this just so, so fantastic! What a darling mini masterpiece Sharon with so many absolutely darling details!

Lisa T said...

OMG, that is so adorable! I love all of the mini Magnolias!

Marlene said...

Holy schmooza...look at all that work! What a fabulous project. That's gotta be worth at least 50 cards, eh??!

fionalawlor said...

Wow this is gorgeous! I have a couple of mini magnolias and had no ideas what to do with them, so this is great inspiration ,thank you :O)
Fiona x

Patti Jo said...

Wow Sharon! What a work of art! Love all your pages so wonderfully decorated with all these cutie minis!!! Fantastic work!!!!

cabio's craft corner said...

My goodness Sharon, I love this. What a cute and adorable altered album. You did a stunning display on all these minis. Very very cute :o)
Hugs,
Cabio

Jodie from Oz said...

Sharon, OMG, this is amazing, I can't stop looking at your gorgeous album. I love all those cute mini's, you've coloured them beautifully, each & every page is a work of art. You must be so proud of this, I love it, thanks for the inspiration. Have a wonderful week. hugs Jodie from Oz xx

Nicola J said...

WOW, it's my first visit to Magnolialicious blog and thought I would try to do the blog hop.... blown away by your amazing creation! That book is incredible! Thanks for the EYE candy and chance to win this fab stamp
Love Nicola xxx

Rosella said...

What a beautiful project! Love all the mini Tildas!

Karen said...

What a lot of work love it...thank you for sharing

Anonymous said...

WOW, your book is beautiful, so much work and so amazing, thank you for sharing your idea and for the chance to win. jman4@comcast.net

Eve said...

What a SPRING-Packed mini book you made!! All MINI tilda are sooo cute, and nicely colored!! Luv this book!! :-)

Lisa said...

I love your album and what a great idea using all the minis!! Fantastic!
Big Hugs!
Lisa
muffy74sf at aol dot com

KayBeScraps said...

wow.. your Book is amazing.. love all the details.. ♥
Hugs, Katrin

Renkata said...

OMG Sharon, this is the cutes album ever.
So beautifly done.

Jayne Hayward said...

Oh wow how gorgeous is this creation. I love all the mini Maggies you have used and beautifully coloured. A lovely Spring theme.

Jayne xx

DonnaMundinger said...

Oh Sharon, how PRECIOUS! Each and every page is sooo stinkin' cute! LOVE those minis! xxD

1000etincelles said...

Hi there !

You did such a great job with this cute Magnolia book...spring is over there for sure ! Love the colors you use, and of course the cute mini stamps.
Thaks for a chance to win this beautiful stamp ;)

xoxo

Linda said...

Hi Sharon what a fantastic album it must have been a labour of love, love Linda

Heidi Gonzales said...

Oh my, Oh my! I have to say this is absolutely darling. I want to make one too! thanks for sharing :)

Mary said...

Wow! What a gorgeous project! Thanks for sharing.

Bettina L. said...

What a gorgeous album. Wish I could do that. This is just lovely:)

Nela said...

Wonderful album!
Thanks so much for sharing it!
Nela

Helena said...

Oh my, this is just beautiful, I love it!!!!

xxxx

JLJ Designs said...

Beautiful book!

Jennifer

Nancy said...

OMGAWD!!!! You fricken RAWKED this book girlie...what else can I say other than you rock all the way around....hugs!!!