'Cricky Across the 50' Blog Hop!!

Hello everyone!  If you arrived from Krystal’s Kreativity then you’re in the right spot.  Isn’t she just lovely?!  If you are just joining us and would like to start from the beginning, please go to K Andrew's Getting Cricky!  You won’t want to miss a single blog-they’re all amazing!  Today we are celebrating K Andrew and her big move across the country with a big road trip, and of course this hop, across the 50 states!  Best wishes to her and her family on their journey! 

Our delightful hostess has asked us to post a little bit about the state we're representing, and then to post one of our favorite projects.  I’m representin’ good ol’ Minnesota! (Or MinneSNOWta as we call it these days)

This is Lily, my oldest daughter 'helping' shovel.  This also sums up what we've been doing for the past 3 months!

I was born and raised in this frigid state and while I love the four seasons-I could do without all the cold and snow.  I'd be happy with a winter that consisted of a thermometer that never dropped below 40 degrees and snow that arrived in time for Christmas but was melted by Valentine's Day.  No such luck, especially this year!  The 2010-2011 winter has been snowy-er than normal and arctic-like!  In the beginning of January our snow accumulation was more than the last 3 winters...plus, winter around here can go into April!  March is typically the snowiest month; however, considering the winter we've had so far, I'm doing the 'no-more-snow' dance for Mother Nature because frankly there is no room for anymore!!  Right about now is also about the time Minnesotans start to go stir-crazy because it's just too darn cold out!  When the high temperature for the day begins with a (-), you know it's going to be a rough one.  Overall, Minnesnowta Minnesota is a beautiful state with so many things to offer, to see, and to experience.  I'd highly recommend stopping by for a visit....just not in January/February/March/April.....on second thought, maybe you'd be better off waiting until June!

Because we have lots of snow, we have lots of opportunity for pictures.  I have several pictures of our blustery season already this year.  I figure if I can get them scrapped, I can pull them out in the middle of August to 'cool off!'  :)  My layout is from "Scrapbooking with Cricut" by Annie's Attic.  I LOVE this book.  It has so many great layouts that look great as they are, or changed up to fit your style.  I changed mine up slightly used different colors, did some stitching, changed the sizes, etc.  

12x12 double layout-the open blue space on the bottom of the pages will be where I put my journaling.  I'm very particular about my journal space so I always complete the page entirely before I journal.  Must be my Type-A personality :) 

The "SNOW" was cut from glitter paper and I did some stitching around the edges of the pages.

  

Sparkly!

  

Now, who wants some blog candy!?  I'm giving away some fabulous winter-type embellishments, an 8x8 DCWV glitter stack (because I. LOVE. GLITTER. and I think others should as well, ha!), and a Creative Memories white chalking ink. 

To be eligible to win you must 1) become a follower of my blog and 2) share with me your favorite wintertime activity.  That's it!  Easy peasy, right?!  I'll announce the winner on Monday, February 14th so make sure to leave your contact info so I can reach you.   

Please make sure to leave comments on all of the blogs for a chance to win a ton of 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.   Make sure to visit ALL the blogs, as EVERY single blog will 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!!

Did I do ok for my first blog hop ever?!  It was SO much fun!!  Thanks for hoppin’ with me!

Next stop: Kathy at I Love My Crazy Life.  Enjoy!