OPERATION OWL "THANK YOU" BLOG HOP



Many people pass through our lives.  Some are here for a short time, others for years.  Each one is here for a purpose.  Some are here to nurture (parents), some to help us grow (teachers), some to show us what to do (mentors) and some what not to do (bad examples).  As each one in our lives serves a purpose, we also serve a purpose in the lives of others...as parents, children, teachers, friends...we are all here for a purpose.

Some people never fully realize or understand their purpose, while others are fortunate enough to know what they need to do in and with their lives.  Whatever your purpose, know that it is important to someone in some way.

I have been reflecting lately on a few of the people in my life and how they are affecting me right now.  My mom in the hospital and how much she needs me, my dear friend with her cancer battles and how inspirational she is to me, my granddaughter and how she shares her wonder and amazement with me each day.  Each person in our life shapes us in some way.

My craft friends are also a very important part of my life.  I have often said that my craft world is my therapy.  And all you who read my blog or share my passions are a huge part of my world.  I share with you, learn from you, am inspired by you.  And I guess I just want you to know that you have a very important purpose in my life.  THANK YOU.

I would like to welcome you to the Operation Owl "Thank You" Blog Hop.

Today, the Getting Cricky design team and some special guests (me, for one) are coming to you for a special blog hop thanking Kristal Andrew (K Andrew Designs and Getting Cricky) for all she has done for us.  The current Getting Cricky Design Team is coming to an end (see Kristal's blog if you are interested in becoming part of the next Design Team) and they wanted to let Kristal know how much she has meant to them (and us!) over the last three months.  We will each be featuring a special Thank You Card to be mailed to Kristal.  If you are interested in participating, you can add your card to the link (under Operation Owl on the left) and mail them to the address here.


As part of this Thank You Blog Hop, I would like to extend a special THANK YOU to Kristal.  With all she goes through in her busy life, she still has time to share and inspire us.  I was fortunate enough to be a guest designer on her blog and have come to look forward to each and every post from her.  She is a constant source of uplifting inspiration.  So, Kristal, I offer to you a very special THANK YOU for all you have done and continue to do for so many.

I am very pleased and honored to be a part of this special blog hop.  And I am happy to share my thank you card:




I used the Give A Hoot cartridge for the owl, squirrel, leaves and grass.  The tree was embossed with the Sizzix embossing folder then hand cut.  The leftover embossed sections were used for the branch and sign base.  I used the Wild Card cartridge for the Thank You inside, Dee Greunig ink to color it and stickles for the accents.  The sentiment on the front is from the K. Andrew Set "Positive Thoughts".  You can find this and other sets here.  (These are AMAZING!  The quality and clarity of the stamped image is wonderful.  And $1 of every stamp sale goes toward a special charity!)  The added colors on the front were done with Queue Chalk Inks and Marvy Markers.  The sweet little googly eyes I found at JoAnn's.  I had never seen ones with colored backgrounds or eyelashes before!  Gotta love em!  They give the characters such personality.

And, of course, an Action Wobble.



We have some Blog Hop Candy for one lucky winner!  Amy Chomas has graciously donated a mini gel pen set and holder as our grand prize and some of the ladies have also added to the pot (surprise package).

In order to qualify for the grand prize, you must leave a comment on EACH blog.  You can click on each one below and be taken directly to their blog.  Remember, you must begin and end with Brenda!  Brenda will be picking one lucky winner on Wednesday, July 27th.  So make sure you go back there to see if you won!

And for playing along with us, I have some surprise blog candy!  Just leave me a comment and I will pick a winner on Wednesday, July 27th.

Here is the list of the blog hop participants.  If you've hopped along from Kathy P, you are on the right track.  If you are just joining me from your dashboard or reading this via email, please be sure to start with Brenda at the top of the list and work your way through.  I wouldn't want you to miss a THING!
















Now head on over to Amy and see what she has in store for you.   

And THANK YOU to everyone who has, does and will serve a purpose in my life.

Until next time, keepin' my fingers inky and my Cricut chirpin'!

49 comments:

Amanda said...

This is SUPER cute!! TFS!

amandawoodau at hotmail dot com

Eva Laney said...

cute cute cute...she will love this.
Eva :~)
evasscrapsncards.blogspot.com

Erika Valdez said...

I love your card! You can tell that a lot of time and love went into it and it is just perfect!!

Lots of Love,
Erika

jennyplace2 said...

Wow! Your message about life and special loved ones gave me goose bumps. Very uplifting message and very well written! Thanks for sharing your adorable card for Kristal, she is just going to love it!

Kathy said...

This is such a cute card. I love it! Kristal is going to just love this. Have a great weekend!
Hugs :),
Kathy - Getting Cricky DTM
http://the3esblog.blogspot.com

Lisa said...

This is so awesome, Ro! The squirrel and owl are adorable and I love the dimension on the tree! The background paper is so cool! Kristal will love this! I'm so happy to be hopping along with you :)

Lisa
http://indymermaid.blogspot.com

Jenni said...

What a sweet card with a beautiful sentiment. Happy to be your newest follower.
Hugs, Jenni
http://mylollipopgarden.blogspot.com

littlen said...

Fabulous card. tfs. i'm now a follower.
littlen44atgmaildotcom

Karen said...

Adorable card! I love the inside too. I'm a new follower!

Karen
craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com

JulieK said...

Ro your card is perfect! Your video was great- you kind of sounded like Kristal at the end with your little chuckle! Thanks for joining us on the Hop!!

JulieK
http://jk-littlebitofbling.blogspot.com/

Lynda said...

What a beautiful card! You did a great job!

Lynda
rlhamm1 at gmail dot com
lyndascreativetouches.blogspot.com

Mrs. Sassy Crafter (Fabi) said...

Hi! I'm hoping from the other blogs....I love what you did with the card, putting the "thank you" inside, so cute, I really like it!

Squirlygirl said...

Fabulous job Ro! I love your card I'm especially fond of squirrels so that is my favorite, but I know Kristal will love the owl :)
~Hugs~
Becky
www.squirlygirlcreations.blogspot.com

Sunshine HoneyBee said...

Wonderful Owl theme. Especially like the wobble added. My daughter likes Owls so I may be borrowing ideas from these and need to get me some of the wobbles. I'm a new follower of your blog.
Melissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
http://CreatedbySunshineHoneyBee.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

Ro,
your card is simply adorable. I just love the entire thing and those eyes on your owl are to die for.
Thank you so much for joining me, the entire design team and special guests for this wonderful blog hop. You did a fabulous job.
Hugs
Brenda
I would be honored if you came to see my blog here

Patti B said...

I just love to use action wobbles. You did a great job. The owl is so stinkin; cute.

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pattispaperfun.blogspot.com

Jen_H said...

I have to say that I love the eyes. They were the first thing I noticed. Very awesome job. Your card turned out adorable. TFS!
~~Jen H~~

stefeni said...

What a cute card, love the embossed tree and the sentiment.

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mamawcindy said...

Oh,Your Card is so Cute!!! I Love Owls! Kristal is going to Love It! :0)
cindymarshall63 at hotmail dot com

Mommy's Crafty Creations said...

Cute card. Im a new follower

Veronica
mommyscraftycreations.blogspot.com
mommyscraftycreations at gmail dot com

Charlotte said...

Oh, WOW!!! I love your card. The little critters are so cute and the embossing on the tree is the perfect touch!!! Kristal is going to love this card.
Charlotte

Kelly S said...

Ro, your card is adorable! I just saw those googly eyes at Joann's last night. So cute. Love the action wobble on the owl.

Kelly
http://kellyscraftylife.blogspot.com

rakiya32 said...

Love your card! Love all the detail..I am a new follower!
patrinajones@gmail.com

CRAZY4 CHRIST said...

i am a new follower, love the embossing on the tree.
kristan
sierrababy08 @ hotmail dot com

littlen said...

this card is adorable. tfs.
littlen44atgmaildotcom

Unknown said...

Cute card
I really like the background paper and what you did with the tree trunk
Now a follower and look forward to returning and seeing what you are up to
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Gloria said...

Oh I love the embossing on the tree. Makes it look almost real.

Precious Hugs

S.Bayles said...

Great Job... I sent my card to Kristal on Friday along with a goody box. Not sure I was going to be able to do the hop....
Great job DT and Kristal is "AWSOME".
Thanks for the hop...
Blog:http://lovethatexpressions.blogspot.com/

ShersL84bed said...

Cute owl, love those eyes!

Smiles Sher
ShersL84bed@aol.com

Lynn B. said...

Love your card and the owl is Wonderful!!! Thank you for sharing with us.

Lynn B.

Kathy Salido said...

Very cute. I love those action wobbles!!

Kathy
salido99@msn.com

Jenny said...

Your card is super cute. Love the owl.

Thanks
Jenny
jennykingham at att dot net

scrapperbecka said...

Love your card Ro Kristal is going to love it! Thanks for being our guest designer today.
Becka M
Your DT sister
www.creationswithbecka.blogspot.com

Scrappy Jackie said...

I am a new follower! From Twin Lake MI... Near Muskegon. Great little card! I love my lite cart with owls and the other one with the earth friendly stuff...cannot think of the name! Thanks for sharing on this hop. Pjritsema at gmail dot com

Judy said...

Super dooper cute card -- love it! I am a new follower...
jejaeb at cfl dot rr dot com

Lisa R. said...

Cute interactive card! Love the scene and texture. TFS joy4umetoo at hotmail dot com (follower)

Susan said...

What a cute card, love the wobble! Kristal is amazing isn't she? I love her inspirational posts and also that even having as many followers as she has she still takes the time to visit some of her followers and leave wonderful comments. She is just a good, giving person.

TFS!

Susan
cricutandgrasshopper.blogspot.com

Sandy said...

Hi! I really like the hand cut tree and the fun eyes! Nice card! I'm a new follower.

Unknown said...

great card! gotta love thoes wobbles!!! ;)
kacee
youhadmeatscrap.blogspot.com
mcvicwif@Yahoo.com

Lady Fair said...

Love the googly eyes! Very cute card, who wouldn't fall in love with this pair of critters?
TFS and the chance to win.
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Ruth G said...

Great card! I especially like the texture on the tree! Great use of the wood graining and of course it has an cute owl! (I am going to get Give a Hoot very soon!!!!)

Unknown said...

that is too cute..love those eyes!!

kathy
gcdtm

Anonymous said...

such a cute card. This is so nice of you to be having this blog hop for Kristal. If anyone deserves it, it is our sweet friend. I'm follower and hope that you will follow me as well.
http://coffee24tea.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

Adorable card Ro. Thanks for sharing your time and talent with us during your time on the GCDT!!

Heather said...

Very nice card, such great detail. and yes those eyelashes are great and the action wobble just tops the cake. Thanks so much for sharing

God Bless
Heather Pullen
Blessed2cre8@gmail.com

Bunnyfreak said...

Wonderful card. Love the embossed tree.

Ro Donner said...

Thank you to everyone who left comments for me. Through those comments, I have found such heart-warming love!

Amy E said...

Your card is adorable! And I love the eyes...I'll have to hunt for some of those next time I go to the craft store!!

I sure hope everything is going to be okay with your mom in the hospital....so scary

amyis300 AT hotmail DOT com
scrapthissavethat.blogspot.com

Angie S said...

love the card for Kristal as well as your others. my husband walked in the room while I was looking at your craft room in the camper & said yep, that would be you also.
thanks for all the fabulous ideas. became a follower today.
angiehbug@yahoo.com

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