Practical Scrappers Scrapping Our Stash Blog Hop + Giveaway

Happy Friday and welcome to the Practical Scrappers Scrapping Our Stash Blog Hop! You may have arrived here from Cathy Harper's blog, but if not, make sure you head over there to check out what she has to share with you today too.

The Scrapping Our Stash Blog Hop is a group of scrappers who are using up their scrappy stash and sharing some inspiration along the way! Today, I'm sharing a scrapbook page that I created about my niece playing with her Rainbow Loom. I gave it to her for Christmas last year and then got her some more bands for Valentine's Day. She couldn't wait to start creating with the fun colors I gave her!

Rainbow Loom Scrapbook Page by Juliana Michaels featuring 17turtles Digital Cut Files

I dug into my stash and pulled out some papers, stickers, and die cuts from the American Crafts Shimelle Collection and some Studio Calico Chipboard Stars.

Of course, I couldn't resist throwing in some 17turtles Digital Cut Files too. I used the Everyday Paper Clips and Circles Within Circles to add a little texture and interest to the design.

I hand wrote my journaling on a piece of vellum and attached it to my layout by tucking it under the "Lovely" die cut.

And to help me bust even more of my stash, I'm having a

MYSTERY PRIZE PACKAGE GIVEAWAY!

Unfortunately, my uncle passed away last week and I had to fly home for the funeral. I decided to stay a while and spend some time with my family and my Mom during this tough time. Because of the unexpectedness of my trip, I was unable to take a photo of my prize.

So, if you are OK with winning a MYSTERY PRIZE PACKAGE, then leave me comment below and let me know who is your favorite scrapbooking manufacturer. You have until Monday, February 2 at 12 midnight EST to leave your comment. I will then pick one lucky person to win a fabulous mystery surprise package. And I promise, you will not be disappointed!

As I mentioned, if you just started on my blog, make sure you head back to Cathy's blog and then on to Charity Hotrum's! There is tons of inspiration on each and every blog and I know there are quite a few giveaways going on as well. Happy Hopping!

Cathy Harper - The Altered Playground

Charity Hotrum- Scrappin' Chaos

33 comments

TraceyJanuary 30, 2015 at 6:16 AM
This is gorgeous Juliana!! Love the colours and the cut files on there!!
TeenaBugg38January 30, 2015 at 6:33 AM
Such a pretty layout! I never actually thought of writing on vellum, such a great idea! Its so hard to pick one favorite manufacturer right now with all of the amazing lines that were rolled out for CHA. I'm gonna have to say Echo Park cuz they have the coolest boy themed stuff ever!!
Sandy RossJanuary 30, 2015 at 8:01 AM
Sorry for your loss! Your layout is amazing. My favourite manufacturer would have to be Simple Stories. Love how their collections match.
JeanJanuary 30, 2015 at 8:21 AM
Love your layering! I have those same papers which I need to start using! I have many fave manufacturers - American Crafts is one and Jillibean Soup another. Kind of depends on what I am scrapping.
Kimberly KettJanuary 30, 2015 at 10:50 AM
Sorry for your loss :(

I love your layout, the circles with the hearts are just fantastic!!

My favourite manufacturer is American Crafts or Studio Calico :) Thanks for sharing!
UnknownJanuary 30, 2015 at 11:11 AM
my daughter loves the bracelet maker
Cynthia BaldwinJanuary 30, 2015 at 11:57 AM
Rainbow looms are so fun! My daughter was obsessed with hers for a while - so many cool designs you can make too. TFS your pretty layout with us!
I am so sorry about your uncle, but glad that you were able to spend time with your family.
To answer your question. I have many favorite manufacturers (how could you not? So many cool products out there!) - and right now American Crafts/Crate and MME are at the top.
Mary HolshouserJanuary 30, 2015 at 12:26 PM
Sorry to hear that your uncle passed away. You have my sympathy and thoughts for peace.
I don't really have a favorite manufacturer. I just purchase whatever I see that I like and think I will be able to use "someday".
thanks for the chance to win a prize.
Bobbi SmithJanuary 30, 2015 at 12:29 PM
Sorry for your loss, Juliana. Your layout is really cute and great cut files!
gmadewJanuary 30, 2015 at 12:40 PM
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gmadewJanuary 30, 2015 at 12:42 PM
I don't have a favorite manufacturer, I just buy pretty stuff.
jkstiles77January 30, 2015 at 3:30 PM
Such a pretty layout! Love the colors you chose ... perfect for a young girl! My favorite manufacturer ... right now it is Echo Park. There are so many good ones out there!
IrisJanuary 30, 2015 at 6:04 PM
Love your layout - your cute niece looks totally absorbed in her work. I love the idea of a mystery prize.
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ShellyJanuary 30, 2015 at 7:00 PM
Love this, Juliana! And I'm so sorry for your loss...hugs
Ruth GJanuary 30, 2015 at 8:10 PM
Wonderful layout! All the colors look amazing with your photos!
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss.
I am pretty much obsessed with everything that Simple Stories puts out. I love all the bright fun colors and wonderful embellishments they have. Thanks so much for sharing today and for the chance to win your mystery prize!
KarenladdJanuary 30, 2015 at 8:13 PM
What a sweet little layout of your niece ! Love the cute title with the touches of gold! I am so sorry to hear about your uncle but that was wonderful of you to be of support to your family. I have so many different favorite manufacturers but some of them are DCWV, Tim Holtz, and My Minds Eye.
Sue DJanuary 30, 2015 at 9:39 PM
What a cute layout!
So sorry for your loss.
I like Jillibean Soup.
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wendipooh13January 30, 2015 at 11:55 PM
love love your colors and papers!! such a cool page and details!!!
SHartlJanuary 31, 2015 at 1:48 AM
What a fun layout of your niece with her rainbow loom, but I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I know that your mother appreciated your staying and helping her get through this sad time.
My favorite manufacturer right now is Stampin Up and Echo Park.
WyogemJanuary 31, 2015 at 3:46 PM
What a nice layout of your niece. My girls enjoy rainbow looming as well. My favorite manufacturers of the moment are Stampin Up and Spellbinders.
MaggieJanuary 31, 2015 at 6:20 PM
So sorry for your loss. Love the layout a fun one. I too love a lot of manufactures and its to hard to pick just one.
bretomJanuary 31, 2015 at 7:20 PM
I am so sorry to hear about your Uncle. My dad passed away on the 16th and it's been really hard. Not what anyone expected. It was so nice that you stayed with your mom and family-- all of you needed that time together. Now your layout is so pretty-- the colors are just perfect!
My favorite manufacturers right now are Heidi Swapp and My Mind's Eye. Thanks for the chance and prayers for your family.
JenJanuary 31, 2015 at 8:46 PM
Love the layout! The colors are beautiful! So sorry to hear about your uncle. Prayers for you!
Helen GullettJanuary 31, 2015 at 9:06 PM
Such a lovely layout! I love the pictures too. Your background is fabulous. I love Close To My Heart, We R Memory Keeper, DCVW, Fancy Pants, and more :)
Lizzy HillJanuary 31, 2015 at 11:57 PM
I already tried to comment TWICE on my ipad.....sigh.....but never to be defeated, & cos a Mystery package sounds WAAAAY fun....& cos I had a whole bunch of other stuff to say, like: that is so sad about your uncle...but rather nice that you got to spend time with your family....it's always 'swings and roundabouts', I guess....AND as others have said, the colours in your LO are AWESOME....love 'em AND my fave is Elle's Studio papers....love the modern, graphic twist they do so well. Let's see if THIS comment sticks. If not. Grrrrrr!!! I will go eat chocolate instead!!!
TanjaFebruary 1, 2015 at 1:31 AM
such a cute layout - my favorite manufacturer is BoBunny because I lover their paper pads - thanks for the chance to win
paperpapierFebruary 1, 2015 at 11:47 AM
love the layout, the colour combo is fascinating!
Rose Santuci-SofrankoFebruary 1, 2015 at 4:43 PM
I'm so sorry about your uncle... {{HUGS}}... I don't really have a "favorite", is that okay? God bless!
SteffanieFebruary 1, 2015 at 10:53 PM
Sorry for your loss :-(. I would have to say that Simple Stories is probably my favorite. It changes from time to time but they have been a steady fave for a few years now. Beautiful layout!
TxNanaFebruary 2, 2015 at 12:57 PM
I love the concentration on your niece's face in the top picture. Very nice layout! My Mind's Eye is my favorite manufacturer right now
dstandardFebruary 10, 2015 at 8:27 AM
Sorry for your loss! I would have a hard time right now as there are so many awesome ones. I'm loving the new Gossamer Blue lines though and Basic Grey has always been a favorite as well!