Wednesday, March 2, 2011

(the paper variety} blog hop!

Good morning! Welcome to the first PAPER VARIETY blog hop! We are so excited to announce this week's color challenge, generous prize and sponsor, share our projects with you and offer some BLOG CANDY for hopping today. We have some FABULOUS designers at TPV and want to showcase their personal blogs this week.
So, if you are coming from Amy's you are in the right place! If not, head back to THE PAPER VARIETY to get started from the beginning and see a list of all the links if you get lost along the way. You don't want to miss a thing! :)


Our challenge this week is a COLOR challenge in honor of the upcoming St. Patrick's Day holiday :)


Our sponsor for this week's challenge is Your Scrapbook Stash!



In order to win this GRAND PRIZE you need to submit your own GREEN project to The Paper Variety by Tuesday at NOON. If you submit before Sunday evening, you have a chance to have your blog featured on TPV! ;)


To get you inspired, I want to share with you my green layout:  Irish?



Here is a close-up of the ribbon heart that I used a basket weave technique to make:

Thanks so much for visiting today! It wouldn't be a hop without some BLOG CANDY :)


Please leave a comment below to win! You do not need to enter the challenge to win my blog candy. However, you ARE going to want to hop to the next design team member to see their GREEN!

Head on over to the talented April's blog and take a look at her gorgeous GREEN project!

We are looking forward to seeing YOUR green at THE PAPER VARIETY, too! Remember to link up before TUESDAY at noon for a chance to win the GRAND PRIZE! :)




Thanks for stopping by my blog today!  Have fun with the rest of the blog hop!



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89 comments:

  1. SuzyMarch 2, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Love that woven heart! Such a fun page. Your blog candy is so cute! So green! Thanks for being apart of TPV :)

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  2. SoniaMarch 2, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Hi Jan
    Beautiful page with a fabulous heart detail, love it.
    I'm your follower.
    -Sony
    Sonia-Studio60

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  3. Born2BeachMarch 2, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    The woven heart is beautiful. Love it!

    stephanniemarshall@hotmail.com

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  4. artfuldelightMarch 2, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Super cute LO, LOVE the woven heart. :-)

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  5. DebbieMarch 2, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Love the LO, the heart is amazing.

    debbiebutcher at comcast dot net

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  6. KristinMarch 2, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    Love Love Love the layout! I'm Irish and Lucky! LoL

    Kristin
    ksully4597 at gmail dot com

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  7. KimMarch 2, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Great LO! Love the title:)
    follower
    ~Kim
    http://crazyaboutscrapin.blogspot.com

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  8. Joni ParkerMarch 2, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    I LOVE your title...it's very clever!! Love the clean look and those cute b&w photos really stand out!! The heard & bakers twine wrap is a pefect touch!!

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  9. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Love the ribbon heart!

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  10. Lisa's Creative NicheMarch 2, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I love this LO! My favorite is the heart that you made... that is awesome!
    Thank you so much!
    Lisa
    summer_sunset54@hotmail.com

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  11. curlyqmosaicsMarch 2, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    Wow! I absolutely adore your layout! The title is too cute, the photos and the bracket border. TFS! I am a fan/follower!

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  12. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    That woven heart is just fabulous!!! I also like the title. TFS!

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  13. patti westMarch 2, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Love the lo! Love the boys! Love the ribbon heart! Your blog candy (especially those green flowers) is awesome too!! Yay for fun blog hops! :) :)

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  14. annMarch 2, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Your layout is great. That woven heart is wonderful. Thanks for the chace to win your great blog candy. Ann O.

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  15. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Awesome LO! I love the ribbon heart!! Tfs and have a great day. :)

    stars paper passion at gmail dot com

    starspaperpassion.blogspot.com

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  16. MaquelMarch 2, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Great LO, Jan! that woven heart is AWESOME!
    I'm a new follower!!

    mderosby at gmail dot com
    papermaineiac.blogspot.com

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  17. scrappin2babygirlsMarch 2, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Love your layout so fresh and clean. Its very nice. thanks so much for sharing and the chance to win.
    -jamie
    babyblueangel_30@yahoo.com

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  18. JaeMarch 2, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Great layout! That sentiment is so sweet and that heart looks amazing! TFS :)
    Jenn
    craftyfulgardens.blogspot.com

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  19. Terry@ a quilting blogMarch 2, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Great layout and title...love the ribbon heart!!! I'm now a follower..TFS!
    cwayons(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  20. KellyGMarch 2, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    Great lo, love the black and white photos with the green! AWESOME woven heart! Love the green giveaway!

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  21. SueMarch 2, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Love the heart !!!

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  22. wendipooh13March 2, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    ahhhh what a great page of your lil guys!!!! i love it!!!! and the pops of green are perfect

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  23. TanyaMarch 2, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    LOVE IT!!! Your woven heart is amazing!! I have soo been wanting to try that.. but been procrastinating.:)

    Hugs,
    Tanya
    freddylswillima@windstream.net

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  24. MadeByKarlaMarch 2, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Love that ribbon heart! What a cute prize, thanks for the chance ;)
    http://madebykarla10.blogspot.com/

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  25. VickiMarch 2, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Great layout. Love the heart. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win.

    vwilson577 at yahoo.com

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  26. mustangkaylaMarch 2, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Faboo design Jan! Love that heart and your title! :-) ROCKIN' ROCKIN' ROCKIN' candy!

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  27. joniMarch 2, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Awesome LO!!! Love that you used b/w photos with the green and white...nice touch! And I LOVE that ribbon heart!!! So great! TFS
    hugs,
    joni

    arcocha at yahoo dot com

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  28. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    I love how clean this layout is and of course the woven heart is GREAT!

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  29. MarilynMarch 2, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Great LO!! I like the tittle and the heart...great touch!! Love your candy ...all green...Cool!!!!
    Hugs!!!

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  30. karenskMarch 2, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    Nice layout and love the ribbon heart,looks great.
    I became a follower.
    Thanks for sharing
    karen k 3 at ameritech dot net

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  31. ♥Silvana♥March 2, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    OMG I love love what u did with that heart and the title is great

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  32. Rita BarakatMarch 2, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Jan that lo is adorable!Love it!

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  33. AnitaMarch 2, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    What a cool layout!! Nice job!! I'm your newest follower. Anita

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  34. Paula BeeMarch 2, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    I just love this layout! The ribbon heart is amazing and I love how everything just pops with those black and white photos!

    Paula Bee
    pbeeman02@gmail.com
    http://craftwithbee.blogspot.com

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  35. MistyMarch 2, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Cool, cool ribbon heart. I once did a whole 12x12 wedding layout gift with woven ribbon. So much fun!

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  36. AshMarch 2, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Hi Jan,

    Love your creation!! Great Job!! Thank you for the opportunity to win some great prizes. I am a new follower.

    Hugz,
    Ash
    ashley(dot)dziak(at)gmail(dot)com

    http://cricut-crazed-lady.blogspot.com/

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  37. shtaleMarch 2, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Great Project! Thanks for a chance to win :)
    scrapbookingcraze.blogspot.com
    chantalsp166@live.ca

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  38. Kelly MassmanMarch 2, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Love your layout--the ribbon heart is great!!! Thanks!
    kmassmanATgmailDOTcom

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  39. SandiMarch 2, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Love the title and your photographs are wonderful...just an all around great layout. Thanks for the chance at your blog candy.

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  40. Barbara GreenbergMarch 2, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    What a great title for your LO, and the heart is just beautiful

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  41. Suzy NurmainyMarch 2, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Love your layout Jan! and the title, and the woven hearts and those blog candy! Great page for your boys! :D

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  42. mindy gallagherMarch 2, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    Jan your page is so clean & purdy, I just love it :D I hope you had a fantastic time in Florida :D

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  43. Jessica GoodpasterMarch 2, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    Your woven heart is beautiful!!

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  44. KatherineMarch 3, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Love the title, and that woven heart is awesome!

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  45. SherryMarch 3, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    I am a new follower of your blog. Found you thru the Paper Variety blog hop. Looking forward to see your projects. Sherry G

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  46. BunnyfreakMarch 3, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    Love the ribbon heart.
    username at yahoo dot com

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  47. Becky DunhamMarch 3, 2011 at 1:03 AM

    Hi Jan - beautiful layout! Those boys are lucky to have a mom who obviously put lots of love into her scrapbooking :) That ribbon heart is fabulous! I am a new follower.

    rebeccadunham at hotmail dot com

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  48. LisaMMarch 3, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    Love your woven heart Jan! Beautiful layout!

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  49. JessieMarch 3, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    The woven heart is just beautiful!

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  50. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    love the LO ,,, the heart is wonderful!

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  51. Grammy GayleMarch 3, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    The heart is a fabulous idea! Great embellie! Luck of the Irish to you!

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  52. Leila BottingMarch 3, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    I have never thought of weaving ribbon before what a great idea. I will have to try it sometime.

    leilabotting at hotmail dot com

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  53. YaraMarch 3, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Love, love your layout! Love the dark green color and the heart! What a great use of weaving technique. Love your prize too, that everything is green!

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  54. ChrisMarch 3, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Wow! The LO is heavenly and the woven heart is a perfect embellishment for the photo/theme. The title says so much!

    Thank you for offering such yummy blog candy. Someone is going to be a very lucky gal! (I hope it's me, LOL)

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  55. JanetMarch 3, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Love the layout and that woven heart is fantastic. I just became anew follower.
    http://ladyluvbug.blogspot.com/

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  56. paperpapierMarch 3, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    beautiful, clean and crisp layout..! great idea to use the weaving heart technique.
    happy crafting!
    Heaney

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  57. ZMarch 3, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    AMAZING --love your heart what a beautiful page!

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  58. ShersL84bedMarch 3, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    What a fun layout and great saying to go with it.

    ShersL84bed@aol.com

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  59. DawnMarch 4, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    Great layout. Love the heart. Thanks for the chance to win some fun candy.
    finelyworking@aol.com
    Dawn

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  60. Tere AzuaMarch 4, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    LOVE the title!
    the B&W pictures look grat among the green!

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  61. jessicaMarch 4, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    I love the heart!! Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful layout!
    your newest follower
    jessica
    chick-n-scrap.blogspot.com

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  62. CarolineMarch 4, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Love your title and your woven heart, very cute!!

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  63. KrystleMarch 4, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    I love the weaving -- great layout!

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  64. Paper Panther and RaynaMarch 4, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Great weaving technique! TFS!

    ♥ Rayna
    http://purplepeepstechniques.blogspot.com/

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  65. AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    that heart is super! I can't wait to follow along with your blog. I can tell you are very creative!

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  66. MelissaMarch 4, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Great LO Jan! Love the woven heart!

    Melissa
    www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com

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  67. BeeceecreativityMarch 4, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Jan, dear friend.. that layout is amazing.. great photo, fab weaved heart and the overall colour, style and design is beautiful.. love it

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  68. Audrey YeagerMarch 5, 2011 at 1:19 AM

    Jan that heart is so beautiful and I just LOVE your page!!!

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  69. SherriMarch 5, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    the heart is so super. love the weaving.

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  70. Wendy March 5, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Oh wow! The weaving on that heart is just perfect! You did a fabulous job! Great page!! THanks for sharing!

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  71. StephMarch 5, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Hi Jan, Awesome layout of my beautiful nephews..They are so handsome...

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  72. ChristineMarch 5, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    Your layout is great. I love black and white pictures. The heart is so neat.

    Chris.Pickul@hotmail.com

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  73. María CastilloMarch 5, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Hi Jan!! Love your green project! I´m now your follower!!

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  74. Kristie W. March 5, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    This is such a neat layout Jan!! I love your weaved heart and that shaped paper.

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  75. AshleyMarch 5, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    I LOVE the basketweave heart!! Thanks for the opportunity to win your blog candy!

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  76. UnknownMarch 5, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    I love this layout... and the title is perfect! I also really love all that green in your blog candy!

    Thanks so much for sharing & I'm a new follower!

    ~Ola
    okj83 at live dot com
    zloe.blogspot.com

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  77. ValerieMarch 5, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    What a great page Jan - love your title and that woven heart - your boys are so handsome! Off to the start of the hop now...it's a hoppy sort of week!

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  78. Lisa WMarch 5, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    Great layout! I love the title you chose and the basketweave heart.

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  79. Susan SMarch 5, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    love the woven heart - nice page

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  80. Me-Ma KimMarch 5, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    WOW! That heart is AWESOME!! I am a new follower! Have a GREAT Day,
    Me-Ma Kim

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  81. Janet's JoyMarch 5, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Love the all green and white page!

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  82. UnknownMarch 5, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    what a wonderful page - so striking. I'm a follower

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  83. AnniebeeMarch 6, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    This page is really nice... I LOVE the title and the woven heart is awesome! And how cool is it that your blog candy is all green?! ;-) Thanks for sharing!

    Anniebee
    anniebeescraftroom.blogspot.com

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  84. AngelaMarch 6, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Great lo! LOVE the ribbon heart!!

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  85. BrennaMarch 6, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    what a great layout, I love the title,and the ribbon heart is so beautiful! such attention to detail!! tfs
    brenna
    rbanderson@live.ca

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  86. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Your LO totally rocks, the title, the heart, love it all!!
    Cindy
    miller896042 at bellsouth dot net

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  87. KimMarch 6, 2011 at 11:22 PM

    I love that woven heart!! Awesome! Great LO!

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  88. SueMarch 8, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Great layout. That heart is awesome. I have become a follower.

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  89. MichelleMarch 8, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Great job!

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