Friday, January 21, 2011

Scrappin Roots BLog HOP

Good Morning Everyone if you are here from Amanda: http://www.myscrappinobsession.com/ then you are on the right track. So my friend and fellow crafter Erin over at

http://www.spantastikreations.blogspot.com/ ( she is where you start if you are lost) thought of the idea to have this Scrappin Roots blog hop to go back to scrapbook roots which is Scrapbook layouts. I for one was so happy to be a part of this hop, and then I started to freak out I DON"T MAKE LAYOUTS the idea of them scare me to death, I don't know why but I thought for weeks on what I was going to do, the pictures I was going to use, the theme the paper then it hit me that I was OVER thinking everything . SO here is my FIRST layout for you all to see, I only changed it a billion and one times.



I scrapped a page for my boys, It's my first page so it's not perfect. The main 12x12 page was some I got for 10 cents at Joanns one day, the solid paper is from Joanns and the letters are from a scrabble game, The pictures are of my son's Gavin and Gabriel they are now 9 and 11 but in the pics they are 3 and 5 and 5 and 7 they are growing so fast. after I made this page I kinda liked it, and I think I will make pages every once in a while and when I get enough I will have a book without even trying.

 Now for the blog candy
To win this you have to be a follower, and leave a comment. I will pick a winner on Tuesday. For the prize I put together a *grab bag* in it is Ribbon, Stamps, Stickers, Brads lots of goodies you will not want to miss out on this bag I kinda went overboard :D haha.


I kinda wanted the bag to be a Surprise but I figured I'd give you a teaser picture just so you know it is full of goodies :D

 your next stop will be :

Ann Marie: http://www.yourstrulee.net/

Thanks for stopping by  <3 Amy

105 comments:

  1. What an adorable layout! I love the colors and of course, the pics :)

    Alma

    ReplyDelete
  2. I love this layout! I have wanted to do a scrabble tile layout for a while now. Great photos!

    Shawnee
    http://quiverofangels.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  3. I love this page.... Thank you for sharing and thank you for the chance to win some fab candy

    ReplyDelete
  4. This definitely looks a million times better then my first layout. I love the paper!

    Emily C

    ReplyDelete
  5. I like the scrabble part! Very cute. :)

    ReplyDelete
  6. Great layout. Games are always missing pieces, so this is a great way to recycle the game. Thanks for sharing.
    Kerry

    mommakcrafts.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  7. This is a great layout, love the scrabble element you added. Suz
    suz.p@comcast.net

    ReplyDelete
  8. Your first layout looks GREAT. I bet you could come up with a thousand more cute lo's.

    Thank you for having a part in my first ever blog hop.

    Erin

    ReplyDelete
  9. GREAT job on your first ever layout!!!! I think it looks amazing!
    Yours TruLee

    Ann Marie
    www.yourstrulee.net

    ReplyDelete
  10. I love the scrabble tiles! Thanks for the great prize, too! It's always fun to get a grab bag full of surprises! lol

    ReplyDelete
  11. This is your first LO?! You did wonderful, love the scrabble tiles! Keep scrappin!
    Lauren

    ReplyDelete
  12. Love how you included the scrabble tiles!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Love the title of your blog! Made me smile out loud. And for your FIRST ever layout, it's so delightful! Great colors and LOVE the scrabble tiles!

    I just discovered your blog, Amy, and am now a follower - so very nice to meet you!

    http://lillianchild.blog

    ReplyDelete
  14. Love this layout..I have many pictures like this that I should do something with thanks for the inspiration. I'm already a follower.
    Thanks for the chance to win!
    Minta
    mintab@gmail.com
    http://mintascreations.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  15. So cute. I love how you did their names on the bottom and the colors are perfect!

    ReplyDelete
  16. I'm gonna have to take a walk down memory land and look at some old photos of my 21 year old and 12 year old ... memories, memories :)
    Thanks!
    Angelia
    orvup1@aol.com
    angeliaspapercrafts@blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  17. Cute LO! Love the use of Scrabble tiles. I'm hoping to find some at a garage sale someday. My husband may lock up our scrabble game though. He knows I want to use these so badly! LOL! I'm your newest follower! Great job! Come over to my blog and see what I'm giving away for reaching 100 followers! You wont want to miss this one ;)

    ReplyDelete
  18. what a cute layout! Great job for a first time!

    ReplyDelete
  19. Cute brothers layout. Such a great way to save memories.

    http://cricutmyway.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  20. Very cute Layout. Awesome job for being your first time! I love how you did the scrabble pieces.

    TFS
    Debi
    cards_by_montana_reflections@bresnan.net

    ReplyDelete
  21. I love every part about your LO. Fabulous job:D

    ReplyDelete
  22. I so share your pain of not doing lay outs the scare me too for some reason. I have made myself a challenge to do more layouts for an album this year. I have my first one now I need to do a second one. lol I have the perfect study my granddaughter hmmmmm I'm only about 10 years late lol.
    Thanks for sharing and I love what you did.
    debbie_craine at hotmail dot com
    Debbie
    http://craftywizard.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  23. love the page. i was the same way when i started scrapbooking
    pigs20052002@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  24. Great layout!!! I seem to have a hard time most of the time doing layouts. I've been a follewer.
    Thanks for the chance to win.
    annadowdy at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  25. This is a great layout.
    kgprevost(at)sbcglobal(dot)net
    http://www.kathyskraftsandmore.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  26. You did a great job for your first layout. Similar to my first layout. I was invited to a scrapbook class and when I asked what do I bring? Nothing I was told we will have everything there. Well almost everything, the detail about bring pictures was left out. So my first layout was without pictures. It was lots of fun and I am still scrappin. TFS!

    Cindy

    endurapuppy at yahoo dot com

    http://scrappinc.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  27. You did an awesome layout! You just might get hooked. ☺
    I love how you used the scrabble pieces. They really add to the whole page.
    Thanks for sharing!
    reneeleeak at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  28. That is an adorable page!!! I love the scrabble peices you used in the title! So cute!
    Thanks for the teaser pic!
    Brenna
    rbanderson@live.ca

    ReplyDelete
  29. I love the use of the scrabble pieces, that is so adorable
    rodrunlady@cox.net

    ReplyDelete
  30. Don't be afraid of layouts - yours are super! Thanks for the teaser - I love blog candy!

    Mama LoveBug from LoveBug Creations
    pam_lash at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  31. Great job!! I love the colours and the scrabble pieces..what a great idea! I am now a follower and I hope you can visit me too!
    http://smilin2.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  32. Wonderful layout. I look for scrabble tiles at all yard sales and thrift stores. I'm already a follower. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win.

    ReplyDelete
  33. Great job on your first layout! Love how you made the title!
    qtme2003 at yahoo dot ca

    ReplyDelete
  34. Congrats on making your first layout! I started with scrapbooking many moons ago, before Cricuts and fancy paper and such--and if it hooked me bak then, I know it will hook yuo in now! I've been a follow for a while--I love coming here to poke around and enjoy your creativety. You can find me art ksjennings at gmail dot com and/or http://karelj.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  35. Nice layout! I love the scrabble letters and the background paper. The boys are so cute!

    I have blog candy going on at my blog too! Check it out HERE!

    My email is jennro7781 at Yahoo dot com and my blog is http://jennro7781.blogspot.com!

    Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win candy! :)

    ReplyDelete
  36. Verey good for your first layout. What better way to start than to start with what is most precious to us. I'm now a follower. Thanks for sharing and a chance to win.
    cowbelleru@sbcglobal.net

    ReplyDelete
  37. I'm a new follower and LOVE LOVE your blog!!! Your LO is adorable!! Thanks for sharing!!
    Hugs,
    Tanya
    freddylswillima@windstream.net

    ReplyDelete
  38. great layout! thanks for sharing!

    ReplyDelete
  39. Great layout! I love the scrabble tiles!
    jenniferreavis@sbcglobal.net

    ReplyDelete
  40. I love the scrabble tile on your layout!! Sooo cute!! Gret job!
    I am a new follower!!
    awilliams2575@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  41. Your layout is really cool. Thank you for sharing! gikinney1@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  42. You've done a great job on the layout...pat yourself on the back!!!

    Patti Ross
    rossfam@wildblue.net
    www.pattilynncreations.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  43. Love your Brothers LO! I have three girls and my favorite LOs are those "Sisters" LOs they always turn out so sweet! TfS! ScrappyScavenger at yahoo dotcom

    ReplyDelete
  44. Way to go on your first layout! They will just get ezr and faster! Your right soon you will have a entire book!
    Im a new follower
    kacee
    youhadmeatscrap.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  45. Very nice job for your first layout! Are you hooked now?

    ReplyDelete
  46. Great job on the LO. Once you get going it is hard to stop. Its just the getting going. lol

    lebpab21408 at frontier dot com

    ReplyDelete
  47. Love the colors in this layout. Scrabble cubes are a great way to do the Title!
    http://comopark1886.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  48. I'm not too hot on scrapbook pages either but I love to see them and think they are great for memories. I am a new follower.

    Sue
    rolfe974@prodigy.net

    ReplyDelete
  49. You did an excellent job of your first LO!!! I love the scrabble pieces. TFS and the chance to win.

    Christel a.k.a. Scrappin' Sista
    www.onescrappinsista.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  50. I love your project you created for this hop. I am glad that I found your blog and I have become a new follower. TFS

    Dee:)

    ReplyDelete
  51. Well I think for your first layout you did a WONDERFUL job. Yes there will be those days that you will over think every thing. In my case I do it all the time. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win.

    Mindy - The Determined Scrapper
    http://thedeterminedscrapper.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  52. Great Page! I can't believe it's your first!!
    I'm a new follower
    ~Kim
    kfordyce6638 at gmail dot com
    http://crazyaboutscrapin.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  53. Love the layout!
    I am a new follower - nice blog!

    Thank you for sharing.

    Cricut Matriarch@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  54. Not too shabby for your first LO. I love the use of the scrabble tiles! I just became a new follower!

    paperbutterflies@sbcglobal.net

    ReplyDelete
  55. For being scared your Layout is so cute! I love the way it came out! Thank you so much for sharing!
    Glad I am a follower, your so talented!
    Contact Info: incase I get luckey enough to win that amazing blog candy.
    Email: arebori0204@gmail.com
    New Blog if you get a chance to check it out I love new friends. www.scraptillyadrop.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  56. Super cute layout! The scrabble pieces were such a great idea. Tfs and have a great day. :)
    star24601 at gmail dot com
    starspaperpassion.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  57. Your very first LO is adorable. Very clever using Scrabble pieces. Love it.
    TFS
    kathlee154@gmaildotcom
    http://kathleessnippitsncricuts.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  58. Great job! The first is always the hardest, now just jump in.
    TFS

    ReplyDelete
  59. I love the scrabble tiles on the LO! Great job!
    ra6352 (at) gmail (Dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  60. so cute - love the scrabble letters!

    ReplyDelete
  61. This LO is cool...love the title..awesome first LO...haa u dont want to my first..:)

    nicolleatnicollelovesscrapbookingdotcom

    ReplyDelete
  62. Awesome first LO! I really like the patterend paper, neat colors.. Also, like how you used the tiles, I may have to take our scrabble game apart now :O)

    ReplyDelete
  63. very nice layout!


    Kimmie G

    kakrnach at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  64. So cute!!!! Love the scrabble tiles!!!

    ReplyDelete
  65. what an awesome page thanks for sharing. pmlemaria@yahoo.com i am your 270 th follower

    ReplyDelete
  66. Fabulous Lo, my two boys fought like cats and dog growing up, and now they're best buds. Thanks
    Cindy
    miller896042 at bellsouth dot net

    ReplyDelete
  67. Lovely layout!! I am dying to find scrabble letters and my brother won't let me steal them :( He doesn't understand the crafters... Awesome Hop!!! TFS!! Take Care!!
    Jennie @ http://earthyscrap.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  68. Love your page..The $.10 paper is great, and your boys are adorable. TFS!
    firelass51@aol.com

    ReplyDelete
  69. I am not sure what I would do if I had to do a layout. Although I said I was going to make one, I just need to take the leap and start. For the most part I make cards and other paper crafts, I have a slight love affair with paper...there is nothing like finding new paper!!!!
    Great layout, and you know after a couple more pages you are going to want to do more..and more..and more....
    Jackie

    jmpresearch@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  70. Awwww... I think your layout IS pretty perfect! I haven't seen many cuter ones and your boys are adorable too.

    Anne
    lucyblueeyz at yahoo dot com
    Trinkets-n-Treasures.Artfire.com

    ReplyDelete
  71. lovin the scrabble tiles.. Great job.. TFS
    New follower
    Tracy
    NYGIRL1994 at yahoo dot com
    http://luvmybabygirl.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  72. I'm a new follower...I'm like you I don't measure, I just cut and stick and make it work. I never go back, I just learn from my mistake and make the next project better. TFS your first layout!

    kimsheppard6 at hotmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  73. I love the layout what a great job and I have the same reason for not finishing my kids books maybe I will get back on that
    Thank you,
    Teri
    teri.barefoot@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  74. First Layout? Wow! You did a great job on this... Can't wait to see more of your creations:)

    Cricut Chick
    www.cricutchick.com
    cricutchick@rocketmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  75. My kind of crafter, don't measure just cut and fly by the seat of your pants.

    Im new to your blog, but I can promise I will be back often to see what you have done.

    ReplyDelete
  76. Cute toothy layout! Thanks for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  77. You did a wonderful job! Love your layout and the use of Scrabble tiles. :)

    ReplyDelete
  78. Cute layout-- and YES They grow so fast

    kissall@bellsouth,net

    ReplyDelete
  79. Your layout is very cute! You did a wonderful job for this to be your first layout! YAY!! I am a new follower and look forward to scrapping with you. Thanks for the chance to win. AJ - queenofmynest(at)gmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  80. cute layout! I love your kids names! too cute!

    TFS

    becky.mayhewlear AT gmail DOT com

    I am a new follower!

    ReplyDelete
  81. I think you should scrapbook more often, it looks great!

    Melissa
    www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  82. Love it!!!
    new follower

    www.memorieswithjen.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  83. Your layout is great.

    Kathy
    Katsews at gmail dotcom

    ReplyDelete
  84. Great layout and I love the letters you choose for the titles. I look forward to seeing more. Thanks!!

    bree.paris@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  85. love this lo my friend! I am happy to have hopped with you again!!

    ReplyDelete
  86. The layout looks awesome. You would never know it was your first if you hadn't said so yourself :)

    dmcarlisle09atgmaildotcom

    ReplyDelete
  87. Great Blog Hop! Scrappin' Roots ...
    Looking forward to hopping through.

    Kelsey: WomanInACrystalCase [at] Gmail [dot] com
    And: WomanInACrystalCase.blogspot.com

    Great LO!!

    I'm a new Follower.

    ReplyDelete
  88. Thanks for sharing your fun layout... I look at it am reminded of the pictures I scrapbooked a couple of years ago of my boys in a giant birds nest! Thanks for the memories. pjritsema at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  89. Cute boys ...great LO
    Come and BEE a follower on my blog
    http://buzzybeedesigns.blogspot.com
    Rebecca Minor
    buzzybeedesigns(AT)yahoo(DOT)com

    ReplyDelete
  90. You did an amazing job for your first LO. I love it! I am inspired.

    ReplyDelete
  91. Became a follower and your lo was cute and not bad for someone who is scared of doing them...lol..I was intimidated at first too but once you get going it is easy...thanks for sharing and being brave!

    ReplyDelete
  92. Good for you for overcoming your fears.

    ReplyDelete
  93. Great looking LO. One would ever know it was your first. Keep it up and you and the boys will have treasure to look back at. Dawn RI
    abosoffit@hotmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  94. you did a great job on your layout! It's nice to know you care and want to impress us, but you did just fine! What a sweetie you are and thanks for the chance to win!
    mtmcbroom at gmail dot com
    http://timelesslegacydesigns.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  95. CONGRATS!!!
    Amy you did an amazing job on your first LO.. I love the details and the paper is too cute! I hope you don't make this your last LO ever, keep them coming!
    I am already a follower of your blog
    TFS
    Bonnie
    http:..ascrapabove.blogspot.com
    ascrapabove(at)aol(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  96. Love your LO! The kids are cute! I'm already a follower. TFS and for the blog hop.

    stacy at mycraftingtime dot com
    www.mycraftingtime.com

    ReplyDelete
  97. You are off to a great start! I love the game tile letters!
    myska
    mwhitmore1atcomcatdotnet

    ReplyDelete
  98. I love this layout. I admit - I'm like you and tend to over think things!

    Kristin
    ksully4597 at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  99. I love your layout...I am new to your blog and I am now a follower...

    Cathe
    ovalemama@gmail.com
    http://ovalemamas.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete