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Sunday, January 1, 2017

Seasons Giving Blog Hop ~ Make Today Amazing

Welcome to the Seasons Giving Blog Hop, this hop is HUGE thank you to our blog readers and followers.
 There are about 70+ participants in this hop and everyone has a give away...so that means a TON of free goodies!
 I am grateful for all of you who stopped in to my little blog this past year and left little words of kindness.
Also, a big thank you to Latisha for organizing this yearly hop!  
Did you find, as I did that 2016 just flew by? Every year I have so many goals, desires and new ideas and it seems every year goes by with many of those simply floating in the wind. I am hoping this year to put more of those ideas/goals/desires to practice! So this year my BIG goal...is to run a half marathon...yep, I have put it out there and this girl is going to do it!  Granted it isn't until November but sign-ups start today :) I have done lots of 5K's and a couple of 10K's so this goal is BIG.
On to my card for today:
I thought this sentiment was most fitting for a new year and what better way to start a year than making the first day AMAZING! I used the new set from The Stamps of Life succulents2stamp and coordinating dies. The card die itself was made using the Sizzix 5x7 Circle Flip-its Card Set.
On to the blog candy:
For a chance at the prize package, all you need to do is leave a comment below (by January 15th), letting me know what your goal is this year. It could be a craft goal, personal goal or simply a desire you hope would possibly be fulfilled this year. If you would like, you can follow me on Pinterest HERE and Instagram HERE. Here is the master blog hop list:

Thanks so much for stopping by!
Blessings,
Jennie
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138 comments:

Kim B. said...

one of my resolutions is too enjoy every day for what it is.

Karen Aicken said...

What a sweet card!! My goal this year is to use my older stamps and dies along with newer items.

Betsy said...

Happy New Year!
My goal is to gut my Craftroom and add hardwood flooring, cabinets, etc. I have it gutted as of the evening of the 31st! I am committed now. I recommend/don't recommend ever gutting your craftroom. I have found stuff I forgot I had....fun, but also a surprise when I run across a duplicate!

Karen Letchworth said...

Hello, Jennie!
My crafting goals for 2017 include learning proper Copic skills and doing a great job with my Design Team positions. I always want to continue to grow and learn new things. I wish you and your family a happy and blessed 2017.
Thanks for taking part.
Blessings,
Karen Letchworth
www.karen-mycuprunnethover.blogspot.com

Kirsty Vittetoe said...

Beautiful work and happy 2017!
My personal goal this year is to clean up all the clutters in my house, not the crafting stuff though, LOL!

Karenladd said...

I have two goals this year....to stop stressing over small stuff, and to start scrapbooking again. I need to finish all those old layouts that have been languishing for years.

Isabel Z said...

Thank you so much for sharing your creativity and artistry; you inspire me so much. My crafting goal for 2017 is to try to create at least once a week. Doesn't seem like a lot but balancing work, my family, and taking care of my mom leaves little time for anything else but crafting freshens my soul so it's important.

LauraEva said...

Happy New Year! One of my crafty goals for 2017 is to craft more--I am so behind on my layouts, it is crazy. I need to start again.

Graciellie Design said...

Happy new year! I wish for this year to be double as good as 2016 was for me and my family... That includes having a chance to craft more too! Wish you a creative 2017!

Lori said...

your cards are lovely. happy new year. two of my goals are 1)loose weight 2)change my sons old bedroom into a hobby room - sewing, stamping, civil war reenacting, etc

JanR said...

What a super sweet card! I love the colours. My crafty goal is to use my Inktense pencils more. Can't get better with them if I don't practice! Thanks for the chance to win!

jenni1st said...

My goal this year is to sell my house and move! Crafty goal? Well, I guess that would be to take as much of my stash as possible with me! Thx for the chance to win some goodies.

cdoggett01@yahoo.com said...

My goal is to be more organized! Thanks for the chance to win such a great prize pack! Happy New Year to you!

deb c said...

My goal is to make more cards!! LOL

Unknown said...

My goal is to be more active; exercising and making cards. Thank you for all the hard work you do giving us inspiration throughout the year. Happy New Year. Mkschmidt4atgmaildotcom

Unknown said...

My goal is to spend more time making cards and to get a head start on Christmas cards next year!

Fikreta said...

my goal is to nake our wedding album!
thanks for the chance!
Happy New Year!
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Judy h said...

What a darling card. My craft goal is to stay organized.

Mary Holshouser said...

I'm 76 years old so my biggest goal
is to continue to stay healthy and
happy - able to come and go and
do what I want when I want.
I love paper crafting and I want
to be able to continue playing
in my favorite room (my craft room).
thanks for sharing during the past
year.
Happy New Year

Chris Handy said...

I want to improve my watercoloring.

Macimbalo said...

One craft goal is to stay ahead of each holiday so I'm ready! Thanks for the chance to win your giveaway and Happy New Year!

Becca Yahrling said...

Super cute card! My goal this year is to color more. And do more mixed media. Good luck on the half marathon!!
Hope your 2017 is a blessed year! And thanks so much for the fun giveaway.

hrambow said...

Happy New Year!!! My goal this year is to spend more time in my craft room and doing more things that give me inspritation and happiness - positivity all round!! I need more happy in my life!! Thanks for participating and good luck on your race - it'll be worth it. I have had so many friends make that journey and they were all better for it in the end. plus I love cheering them on!
Blessings to you!

kiram said...

I would love to make more cards.

HolyLise said...

My goal for this year is to continue supporting local craft stores. One of the things I'm already working on is teaching at my local craft store :)
Happy New Year!

Arianna Barbara said...

Wow! Adorablecard!!! Thanks for taking part to this amazing Blog Hop!!! My crafty goals for the New Year are making my first mini album and more and more cards!!! Happy New Year!!!

Unknown said...

Your art is lovely, Jennie.
Thank you for taking part in this amazing blog hop and for your generous prize. I thank you!
Thanks for the chance to win.
Sierra
www.sierrasgift.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

What a perfect card. I wish you the best on your run! My goal for this year is to continue to loose weight. I have already lost 23 pounds and several more to go. I hope to also find time to do more crafting. I hope you have a wonderful new year. And thanks for the giveaway!

joy said...

My goal is to make more cards and mail more cards!! Happy New Year, Jennie!

joybird1223(at)gmail(dot)com

Billie A said...

Happy new year.. Love the soft colors and layout of this fun card. Really cute.. I want to clean my craftroom of products I have not used over the years (justifies me buying newer products LOL) and get a healthier body.

ellyscard creatief said...

Beautiful card and gorgeous giveaway.
Thanks for the chance.
My goal is to make more scene cards.

Rose said...

I love your card. My goal for the year is to make the most of every day and take one day at a time.

Isabelle said...

My main goal is to create more cards in advance to be able to work on them quietly and work on new technics.
I wish you a very happy New Year !

Dorothy S said...

Great card - one of my goals is to make better use of my supplies, including the die you used.

Unknown said...

My goal this year is to make all the cards that I send out.

Pammy J. said...

My goal for 2017 is to spend more time in my craft area!

kReN said...

I started a BUJO this year to help me FOCUS on my goals throughout the year. I want to FOCUS on new techniques and using my materials in new and different ways. Can you guess the word I chose this year? TFS! kReN@afourthlife

ESUE said...

happy 2017 to you. My goal is a craftroom makeover. Wish me luck. Keep up the inspiration.

Sharon said...

Such a cute and inspirational card! My goal is to be better organized and not be rushing at the last minute to finish projects! Best wishes for the new year!

Moosisk said...

My goal this year is to be better at reading my Bible everyday. I slacked off and I can tell! I also love making cards so I would like to be involved in a card ministry at my church. Thanks for a chance to win! :D

Gail said...

My goal is to make more shape and SVG cards this year - thanks for the hop and for participating - Happy New Year!

Beverly Perdue said...

Happy New Year Jennie! I'm looking forward to 2017 and organizing my craft room. I have some ideas and have already ordered a label maker. I'm also hoping to lose a few pounds but I am reluctant to say that is a resolution. Good luck on your half marathon. Hope you have a blessed 2017.

Jan Elmore said...

Goal time...again? Actually, I've set several goals for 2017; in addition to the pre-printed ones! Get ahead and stay ahead in 2017. That's two separate goals, right?

Verna Angerhofer said...

Hi Jennie. I just love the card you created. Beautiful colors and papers. For my goal this new year I want to try and do some foiling on my cards. I got some supplies so will give it a try at least. You have a wonderful new year too!

Unknown said...

My goal is to start my Christmas cards earlier. Happy New Year!!!

Sue D said...

I like your amazing card. My goal is to be more productive making cards for our church card ministry.
slrdowney at hotmail dot com

SHartl said...

I am looking forward to having more fun with my crafting, and not stressing over it. Would also love to learn some new techniques as well. Happy 2017!!
apedoak@aol.com

Martha Herrera said...

What a sweet card!
Thank you for the chance to win.

martha.cm@sbcglobal.net


Peggy said...

My goal is to complete some unfinished craft projects. Thank you for the inspiration. Happy New Year!
God bless,
Peggy Allen

Tammy Nyenhuis said...

Happy New Year! Good luck with your goal of the half marathon! My crafting goals this year are to try to catch up on my scrapbooking and make more cards. I look forward to the inspiration from your blog!

Teresa Godines #6857 said...

Every year I try to make the goal to make healthy choices. I feel I make some progress every year. This year I also plan on cleaning out every closet. I've lived in my house for 25 years and it is amazing what gets hidden in the back of these dark places...LOL Thanks for the chance and Happy New Year

Unknown said...

Happy New Year, My crafty resolution is to share how others can create wonderful things, they just need a to think our of the box. best wishes for you on a marathon.

LC Lamothe said...

My goal for 2017 is to learn how to do brush lettering. I hope to one day be good enough to be able to incorporate it into my cards. Best of luck with your goal for the coming year! Thank you for the chance to win such a fabulous prize. Wishing you a very happy New Year!

Tammy Stamp This! said...

Love the cards-Happy New Year!

Unknown said...

My goal for 2017 is to combine machine stitching and card making.

Teresa Doyle said...

I love your card Jennie. Your giveaway is very generous as well. Thanks for the chance to win.
Happy New Year!

Tracy said...

Happy 2017, great card, and good luck with the running goals! I hope to spend more time crafting!

Peggy mcclelland said...

Happy new year I want days to slow down so my goal is to do what I love but at a slower pace

Bonnie said...

Happy New Year. Thank you for participating in this year's Season's Giving, and offering such a generous prize. My goal this year is to improve my coloring skills (watercolor and copics). Love your card.

Oliev said...

Such a sweet card:-) Happy 2017 and thanks for the giveaway!
One of my crafty goals is to use more techniques on my cards.

Donnadoll said...

Thank you for your generous giveaway Jennie. My crafty goal for 2017 is to make lots and lots of cards!

Unknown said...

Blessings to you in 2017! This year I'm decreasing the chaos and increasing the productivity!

karenmariehansen said...

one of my goalss for 2017 is to be able to run 10 k without passing out (Im at 6k now, so it should be doable - yay for achievable goals!). good luck with the half marathon!

JennyH said...

Thanks for the chance to win these lovely goodies : )

Crafty goal - getting started on projects early instead of waiting for close to deadline : )

Happy New Year
jennyhurley@hotmail.com.au

Sabrina said...

Very cute card!! I want to be more organized in my craft room!!

Marthamh2 said...

I hope to lower my stress level by doing thins that I enjoy. Thanks for the chance to win.

~amy~ said...

Jenny, love your fun card...Green, Pink + a succulent...that's awesome.

Crafty Goal: So really embarrassing but one of my goals is to consistently keep my craft room clean. It's such a challenge for me.

sharon said...

Fun card. I want to create binder that holds samples of different techniques, instructions and mt thoughts on the technique.

Debbie Rumpza said...

My goal this year is inspired by some of my favorite crafters like Jennifer McGuire... I want to bless more people with my crafting this year! Whether with random cards sent through the mail or teaching women new skills. I've had a couple of classes here at my house and the women have so much fun!

Judie said...

Awesome card! Thank you for the giveaway and Happy new year!! My goal is to graduate this year!

sharon g said...

My goal is to use my supplies in different ways. sharon dot gullikson at gmail dot com

TLady said...

PRETTY CARD! I LOOOOVE these types of "interactive" cards! ;) AND my goals for this year: That would be to continue to make a card every week for our daughter who is away at college, to continue to teach a stamping class to a group of friends, that only began the end of last year, & to be more disciplined with myself! LOL If I don't do it, who will? ;) HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU & YOURS! ;)

christi said...

good luck with your training. come by my area and I can chase you for a block or two. my plan is to get more comfortable with mixed media.

Paper Creations, ETC said...

Hi,
Happy New Year
Since the highlight of 2016 was to see my 11-year-old son working hard to help an Indian tribe in a missions trip we took as a family, my goal for 2017 is to go on another missions trip and serve others as much as possible

Unknown said...

Thank you so much for the opportunity to win! My crafty goal is to be more organised and to learn and implement newer techniques

Dana M said...

Beautiful and happy card! I am looking forward to unpacking my craft supplies (we just moved) and spend some time in my craft room again. Best wishes for a wonderful 2017!

Dee Earnshaw said...

Thanks for sharing your lovely card and offering such a wonderful prize. My goal this year will be to complete the projects I start LOL!!

noodles said...

Super cute card! Thanks for the giveaway. My biggest goal in 2017 is to start using up some of my beautiful (and hoarded) patterned paper!

Tami Grant said...

Thank you for the opportunity to win this wonderful giveaway! Your card is just lovely, and you are right, the sentiment is perfect for the new year. I am currently battling breast cancer so my goal is to win this fight and get my health back! Happy New Year!

StampinLouie said...

Goals again to use my supplies more and send more cards. Thanks for giving a prize package.

Colleen said...

Goal; getting all my 'stuff' organized a bit better not only my card making supplies but all the other craft supplies that I have here, there and Everywhere.
(Hubby, I need a craft shed built)(only in my dreams)

Melanie Ann MacKenzie said...

Thank you for a chance at such a great prize. My goal for this year is to finally complete all my unfinished craft projects. Lofty ambition I tell you!

Denise Bryant said...

Best of luck on your half marathon goal! My goals are to organize my craft room and to keep going to the gym! I joined in June and I make an effort to get there every other day for an hour each time. So far I am sticking with it!
Thanks for a chance to win your awesome prize package! I love your card and the way it folds!
Happy New Year!

Tenia Nelson said...

So lovin this super cute card!! My goal for this year is to better my health both mentally and physically. Thanks for the chance to win too!!

Cynthia Cole said...

My goal this year is to create something each week no matter what!

Super Stick Chick said...

Good luck with your marathon goal. I hope to make the gym 4-5 times a week this year. I also hope to use more colored inks in my projects. Love your work and fun style. Thank you for the chance to win your wonderful prize. Happy New Year. june.swart@netzero.net

BonBon said...

Thanks for the inspiration and for the opportunity to win such a generous prize! My goal is trying mixed media art jornaling.

Migdalia said...

Happy New Year!!Such an adorable card!! My crafty goal is to continue to practice coloring. My personal goal is fitness! I need to walk more and add more fruits & Veg to my meals. I really love cupcakes..lol
Thank you for a wonderful prize!

Paula Fuller said...

I love the sentiment on your sweet swing card. Your giveaway is very generous, and I appreciate everyone on this blog hop willing to share their talent and inspiration. As a cardmaker, I don't know what I would do without it. Thank You.

Michele said...

Great card! I am waiting for my stamp set to arrive. Great blog hop with amazing prizes. Thank you for the chance to win.

Holly AKA KopyKat said...

OMGosh so cute!!! My crafty goal is to finish school so I can get back to crafting. I really want to learn how to do those amazing watercolor backgrounds. Thank you for the chance to win your amazing blog prize. Happy new Year!!! hollysilva911@hotmail.com

$Million$ Dollar Designs said...

My crafty goal for 2017 is to become better at coloring! Thanks for the inspiration and for the opportunity to win!

Jane M said...

My goal is to use products that I have bought and not yet used.

Unknown said...

Love your card-- one of my goals is to share my love of paper crafting with my friends and hopefully raising some funds to donate to my favorite charity. Thanks for the chance of your give away!

Dana said...

Super cute cactus!! Happy New Year!! I found a old Paper Crafts special issue about tips and techniques and want to challenge myshelf to make a card for each tip/technique!!

Mom and wife. said...

Love your card. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us. Thanks for the giveaway.i would like to work more on the colouring.

Carrie said...

One of my projects for 2017 is the shake the dust off my Copic pens and and begin using them again. Thanks for being part of this awesome blog hop.

Dottie Pennington said...

Happy New Year, Jennie. My crafting goal is to make 100 scrapbook LOs. Thanks for having me.

McStamper said...

Good luck on your race. That is a biggie. Love your pretty card. My goal for 2017 is organization. Thanks for being a part of the hop.
gildamc@hotmail.com

Terri H. said...

My goal for this year is to create more layout kits for my crop friends. Thanks for being a part of this awesome blog hop.

FeM said...

I would like to complete unfinished projects and practice my blending skills. Happy 2017!

Ddmac58 said...

Happy new Year and good luck on your goal! My goal is to organize my craft room so I can be more creative and have time to practice with my Copics. Thank you for participating in the blog hop and giving us a chance to win a great prize.

kittykat3308 said...

Your cards are beautiful and I do not make any resolutions

Kathleen

Kari V. said...

I love your cactus card!! My goal is to try Copic markers this year! All my favorite card makers use them, and I'd love to take a class on them, too. Happy Year!

Bev Karolak said...

Great cards! My goal is to craft more in an organised craft room! Thanks for the chance to win! 🙂

Michele K. Henderson said...

Hi Jennie!
Best of luck on your running goals for 2017! I'm thinking about running in a 5K in March! I think we BOTH can do it! Have a warm and wonderful 2017!
Michele

sammi said...

Cute card Jennie! What a wonderful goal you have for 2017! My goal is to get healthier and to make the most of each and every day. Life is too short! Thank you for taking part in the Seasons of Giving Blog Hop. Appreciate the chance to win your fabulous giveaway! Happy 2017!


Sammibug in Ohio

Serendipidade de Papel said...

Love the card. My crafting goal is to learn how to paint better.

Denise said...

I love that card and my goal this year is to make more cards and learn how to use my alcohol markers.

Helen F. said...

Wish you much happiness, good health and success in 2017 Jennie! My main goal is to increase my weekly gym time to 8 hours/week (from 7 currently) also to purge and organize my Craft room~wish me luck on the later :-)

Tess L said...

Happy 2017! My crafty goal for this year is to perfect brush lettering.

sweetscrappingma said...

ink blending techniques and water coloring

Patt H. said...

My goal is to perfect my water coloring techniques!! Happy New Year!!

Julia said...

My non craft goal is to declutter this year (our whole house needs it!) and my crafty goal is to make and send more cards and learn to develop my COPIC marker and watercoloring skills!

Cyndee Scholet said...

I just found that I am going to be a grandmother this year, so I plan on working on some baby projects (knitting also!)

Heather said...

You go, girl!! Just find a training plan and stick to it and that marathon will be a done deal!! Your card is super cute. Love the swing element and that cute pieced pot! My goal is to use up my bits and pieces stash and a paper pack that I have had forever! Thanks for the chance to win a fabulous prize!

Cathy Hanes said...

One of my goals is to give more cards to others this year, to brighten their day, encourage or just let them know someone is thinking of them! Too many times we 'bond' with our cards and can't seem to let go!! (Maybe it's just me!)

D.Phillips said...

I'm hoping I can retire at the end of the year and move closer to my son and his family.

Unknown said...

Cute card and lovely sentiment. My crafty goal is to create and actually mail more cards. Thanks for the chance to win such a generous bundle of crafty goodies. Have a wonderful and prosperous 2017.

Vgore said...

I'm new to card making so looking forward to learning more and creating more in 2017!

Kathy H said...

My goals are to get more organized, get more fit, learn more techniques... so much to do, so little time!

New Creations said...

Thanks for being a part of this amazing hop and generous giveaway! Love your card!
My motto for 2017 is to learn more new techniques and want to improve my coloring skills too! Happy New Year !!!

Purple Princess said...

My crafty goal is to send out more of the cards I make

Leanne said...

Happy New Year!! Thanks for the opportunity to win this fabulous prize. I'm your newest follower hoping to be a consistent blogger in 2017.

Linda Batson said...

Such a sweet card. I have several goals. But just one is to use more old items than new on my first 20 cards. Best wishes for the year.

Giorgia Rossini said...

I want to make more videos in 2017!

Stacey Kowbel said...

What a great giveaway! My crafty goals this year is to make my neice's year one scrapbook.

Unknown said...

Hello! My goal this year is to get caught up on my scrapbooking. I'm only about two years behind! haha

Sandi said...

I love the design of your blog! Thanks at the chance for such a generous prize. One of my crafty goals this year is to learn to water color pretty backgrounds for my stamps.

Neva Cole said...

I am waiting for my succulent2 set to arrive, they look like so much fun. My goal is to submit projects and cards for possible publication like I did 20 years ago!

Kate B said...

Great card & sentiment! My goal for this new year is to craft more - that means making more time for myself to craft, and trying out new techniques! Thanks for the chance to win & happy 2017!

Unknown said...

Thanks a ton for the inspiration. My goal is to make cards regularly and also try out new techniques.

Amy Copeland (@amypeach1978) said...

My goal for 2017 is to make it on a design team. Thanks for participating in the hop!

Lee said...

Happy 2017! My goal is to do more relaxing!

D.Ann C said...

Love this sweet card!! And, it happens to coincide with my top crafting goal - to do more interactive/3d cards this year. Thanks for the chance to win your amazing prize package!

Unknown said...

I have several goals, guess most important one would be to get my craft room organized. Been working on it for months now. Then make a set of ready to go cards for any occasion. Thanks for sharing your time. Have a great 2017!

Olessya K said...

Your succulent card is super cute, thanks for sharing it with us! My resolution is to spend more time in my crafting corner this year. Happy 2017!!

ElenaW said...

My goal is to share more cards with others. Last fall I donated a dozen cards for a silent auction for charity.