Friday, November 13, 2009

A Faith Perspective Thankful for Friends Faith Blog Hop

Welcome to Scrapbook News and Review Magazine's
A Faith Perspective Thankful for Friends Faith Blog Hop.
Today, we're out in force on the internet -- showing our faith and giving the glory to God. United, we stand as Christian paper crafters and blog owners to make a presence on the internet for all to see. We're celebrating the theme of friends and we're happy to share our projects with you based on the verse:

"Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: If one falls down, his friend can help him up. " Ecc4:9-10a

If you're just joining in on the fun, you can find the start of the train HERE: . First, we would like to take a moment to thank our generous co-sponsors: Layers of Color Stamps, Gina K Designs Stamps and Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps. Together with Scrapbook News and Review Magazine, these companies have donated some wonderful prizes for today's blog hop.

Prizes? Oh, yeah! There will be three lucky grand prize winners for today's event.

To enter, simply hop to the blogs of all of the participating staff members of Scrapbook News and Review Magazine, take note of the staff member's name, and leave a comment on their posts. Then send us an email at games@scrapbooknewsandreview.com listing each of the staff members who participated in today's hop. It's that easy. All entries must be received by Monday, November 16, 2009 at 12 noon, EST and three winners will be randomly chosen to win.

What are the prizes?

1. One $100 gift certificate from Layers of Color Stamps AND a 6 month subscription to Scrapbook News and Review Magazine.

2. One basket of goodies -- four stamp sets from Gina K Designs and a 6 month subscription to Scrapbook News and Review Magazine.

3. One set of digital stamps from Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps and a 3 month subscription to Scrapbook News and Review Magazine.

In addition, every participating staff member of Scrapbook News and Review Magazine will offer a free one-month subscription to the magazine to one of their lucky visitors by simply leaving a comment on their blog. That's a lot of chances to win, so let's get to the Hop!


I am sharing a card that I taught last month to some friends. I think it's a perfect representation of the friendships that have personally blessed me over the past many years as a stamper.
**First, the process of learning and sharing with others is what friendship is all about. This card uses the Velvet Glitter technique that I learned from on online friend at Cuttlebug Challenge.
**Second, the bird reminds me of that saying "Birds of a Feather Flock Together" and this calls to mind the wonderful local and online stamping friends that I have made. An artistic outlet is the common thread that binds us together ---- and as we grow closer, we discover more common threads.
**The glitter is also representative of friendship to me. My friends bring so much "sparkle" - laughter, joy, love - to my life.

I hope you enjoyed the card and are being blessed by the blog hop! Part of our discussion last night at bible study centered on the spiritual battles that we face as Christians. How wonderful that we can bond together, each of us raising our shields of faith, so to encourage each other and to fight the battles against Satan together. I am so thankful for my sweet Sisters in Christ.
The next stop on this blog hop is:

Thanks so much for stopping by - I hope you'll come back again! Please leave a comment so I can come and visit you too! Have a beautiful day!

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43 comments:

kiwimeskreations said...

Wonderful card, and thank you for sharing so much about it.
blessings
Maxine

Diane Noble said...

Cassie, this is beautiful, but the thoughts and significance behind the creation make it a treasure. Lovely!

Grace said...

Cassie this is a beautiful card and I love how you brought the significance of each element to us! Much wisdom in those words! God bless!

Angella D. Crockett said...

How clever! I love it!! God Bless!!

ellepaulette said...

What a sweet card!! TFS!!! :)

Anonymous said...

HI Cassie!! So happy to see you along this blog hop hun!! Your creation is just stunning!! I sure love all the sparkle you've got on this!! HUGS

Tenia Nelson said...

Wow Cass....this card is soooo amazing!!! Wow!!! Hope you are well girlie and have a blessed day!!

Catherine said...

Great CB technique! I've never seen anything like it. Wow! Great card!

Renay said...

glitter! I just love it! Thanks for sharing this pretty card

Anne House said...

What a great, glittery card! Thanks for playing along, this weekend!

Nancy said...

I really like your description of your pretty card! Thank you for sharing!

Unknown said...

So pretty! This is an honor to showcase friendship with my Christian Sisters on the web. Hugs, Gini

Unknown said...

Cassie, thanks for sharing your card with such sparkle for friendship! I like your use of the embossing technique & the rich colors! God's blessings!

thinker said...

love the thoughts & inspiration behind the card!!! thanks for sharing it with us today!!!

Mary said...

What a great card! Thanks for sharing.

hugs
Mary

Natalie said...

Pretty card! I like what you said about glitter being like friends! Wonderful. God bless!

D's Paper Studio said...

this a a very nice card and I like how you interpeted what it means to you. Thank you

tirzahdawn said...

beautiful card!

Flo said...

Love the glitter. TFS

Sandy said...

Love the bird, the glitter and the meaning behind them!

Anonymous said...

Oh my holy goodness, your project is beautiful!!! This hop has made me SO LUCKY!! I've scrolled down in your blog, and your work has gotten you rightfully promoted to my TOP 2 faves!!! Ya, no fanfare on that one, but I shall be visiting often for inspiration - you are obviously one of the greats!!!! =) Thank you for the sweetest, kindest comment on my FoF project!! I am in awe of your work, truly!!

Sammi said...

Gorgeous card..love the glitter!
:D xxx

LisaB said...

Hello Cassie, love your card and all the bling! Wonderful job... Have a very blessed weekend!
Lisa

Sue McMahon said...

Hi Cassie! Such a pretty card with all that sparkle! Well done! God Bless You!

Sue

redstamper7 said...

Wow - the glitter card is terrific! I will have to try that sometime.

Lynn said...

Beautiful card - I love birds and glitter, so you have my favs right there together in a great design! Enjoyed looking at the rest of your blog, too. TFS and have a blessed day!

Khunter47 said...

Pretty card. Thank you for sharing it.

Cindy Haffner said...

Your card is so pretty.

Kristine said...

Hi Cassie! :) It's so nice to meet up with you again, especially under these wonderful circumstances! It's wonderful to make new friends and sisters in Christ! Your card is gorgeous. I'm not familiar with that technique, but would love to know more as I have some flower cb folders! ;) Maybe we'll have to "get together" sometime (online of course as I'm here in Central OR) :) Having fun on the hop. What fun inspiration.

Unknown said...

Thanks for the stop of the blog hop! Nice to meet you at this blessed event!

Tina said...

thanks for the words of inspiration. Love your card - it is very beautiful. Thanks for stopping by my blog - see you soon.

tina

Unknown said...

I love the way you added some sparkle to your card;and the red bird is an added bonus.Thanks for sharing your talent!

Tara said...

Your blog looks amazing. So much to see. I am glad I am doing this hop and got this chance to see you work.

Marsha said...

Love that velvet glitter.

Miss H said...

LOVE your cards!! :-D A blessing to "hop" by. God Bless

cr8iveme said...

Hi Cassie!

So nice to see you participating in this blog hop.

Hope things are well.

Wonderful card.

And what a great way to show our love for HIM by having this hop.

{hugs}
M.E.

Ice Princess Scrapz said...

I really liked your explanation of the reason for your use of glitter on your card - perfect! Thanks ever so much for the inspiration and your sharing your time and talent for this blog hop. Hugs and blessings, Helen

Unknown said...

Hi Cassie, I'm Cassandra! haha! Your card is so pretty, I love the way it sparkles. Great to visit you and be a part of this hop...

Lisa Hjulberg said...

A lovely card Cassie!

Gloria Westerman said...

Love your comment about your card. I will be back to check out velvet glitter. Thank you for sharing.

Carol<>< said...

nice blog!
so nice, TFS
Carol<><

maiahs_momma said...

nice card :)!

Inky Hugs,
Catherine

Jodi said...

Very pretty colors! Love the shimmer!
Hugs
Jodi =)