Sunday, September 7, 2008

Blog Candy!

Hi everyone! Hope you're having a great weekend so far! Here's the blog candy I promised. This past week, you all have pushed that little counter past 40,000+ hits. Thank you all SOOOO much!!

All you have to do to enter to win is comment on this post and tell me what YOU think of my blog....what do you like best (or least), is there something you'd like to see me do differently or something you'd like added, do you have any fun suggestions, etc., etc. I'd really like to hear what you want to see! Oh, and when you're posting your comment, if you could leave the post number too, that'd be great.

I'll pick a winner on Wednesday, September 10th around noon Eastern time.

- K&Company Fall Harvest Mat Pad (I love this stuff! I used some of the patterns on my scarecrow and fall kitty cards)
- PTI Dark Chocolate and Summer Sunrise Satin Ribbon
- SU Tangerine Ribbon
- Ofray orange gingham, brown gingham, and purple satin ribbon
- Fall colored, self-adhesive rhinestones
- Hero Arts clear stamps (Share Laughter)

Enjoy your day!

132 comments:

Julie said...

Are you kidding??? Don't change a thing! Your blog is awesome and always a form of inspiration for me!!!

Anonymous said...

Your blog is great just the way it is...thanks for the regular inspiration.

Bunny B said...

#3 - I love your blog! Your cards are just GORGEOUS! I also love reading fun tutorials :) Thanks for the chance! xx

Scrappin Cheryl said...

Wow! I would not change a thing, I think you're doing a terrific job and I love how you take your pictures outside with the leaves in the background - very pretty!

You have such great ideas that kick-start my creative process, I love it all!

I think I'm post #4, not sure how to tell! Thanks for the chance at the blog candy!

Sena said...

#4! I love your blog! Adore your cards so much! :D



sena.sagani[at]gmail.com

ssweat said...

Love your blog! That's why I visit it every day!

Terri said...

Blog candy or not...I just want to say that I always enjoy your creations...you have been on my "favs" list for a long time. Keep up the good work!

Cindy Vernon said...

I love all of your cards, especially how you decorate the insides of them.

Simply Scrappin Retreats said...

Don't change anything! Your blog is fabulous & you're soo sweet. Thanks so much for answering my question about the turtle stamp last week! ) I think I'm post #8.
Have a great weekend! Tracy

Denise ~ Paper Ponderings said...

Lucky #10 Ü I love that you decorate the inside and show that a bit...very inspiring for me!

Anonymous said...

#11-I am fairly new to blogging and as far as I have seen-your blog is great! I have it set in my favorites and check it everyday. I just love your creations. You do such an awesome job putting colors together. Thanks for the chance at the blog candy!
Cathy

Anonymous said...

#12** Hey Denise....Congrats on your number of blog hits...that's fantastic!! I truely think your blog is absolutely perfect the way it is! I check it many times a day for idea's & inspiration. Thank you for offering such a sweet blog candy!

Have a great day!
Wendy

Anonymous said...

#12 - What I like best about your blog are the details you give us when you post a card! I have so many of your cards bookmarked as examples for inspiration! THANKS!

Susan Lankford said...

The way I count it...I'm #14 unless someone is entering at the same time as I am....
I LOVE your creations and your blog...can't imagine it being different (unless you get a really creative idea...and you might!)...You have such WOW cards...thanks for sharing your talents!! And I love the Fall flavor of the blog candy!

GabrielaD said...

# 14 I just love your blog... I love the cards you make, you are super talented. I wouldn't change a thing.

Thanks for the opportunity to win this awesome blog candy!!!

Cyndi said...

I love your blog. I love that you take the pictures of your cards looking out a window. It gives is such a beautiful background. I always know it's your site because of it. I love that. And it's such a small detail in the background. I love that you also finish the insides of your cards, they look so professional. LOVE IT all. Don't change anything. There's so much more to write. But those are two little details I like, that are unique about YOU!

Lori said...

I am new to the card making/scrap booking game and always stuggle with creativity. I love to check your blog out on a daily basis to get inspiration and ideas on color choices,layouts, techniques, embellishments the list is endless - everything I see I love -you are truly a gifted artist!

Lori said...

#17
Congrats to you bud!!! Your blog is excellent the way it is!!! You do such a terrific job explaining everything and you are such an inspiration!!! Thanks so much for the opportunity for such generous blog candy!!!
(((((HUGS)))))

Alyssa S said...

#18
I love your blog! I love the inspiration that you have given me to finish the inside of my cards - it just adds so much more! Thank you and keep up the incredible work! Also, thanks for the chance at some fun stuff! :o)

Pat said...

I love you of your card designs. Thanks for sharing!

Anonymous said...

Denise I love, love, love, love your blog. Thank you for giving me the chance to win such great blog candy. Keep up the great work.

Debbie/Phx,AZ

JenMarie said...

OMGosh, I LOOOOVE your blog! Thanks for sharing your talent with us!

Stampin Cats said...

Don't change your blog. Love your projects. If you change anything, just MAYBE create a new banner.

Nicole said...

#23 I love that you post OFTEN!

Nicole said...

#23 again... I love your banner. If being creative is what it is all about, then what better way to show creativity than by showcasing the beautiful flowers in your banner that was created by the biggest artist in the world??

Tami Grandi said...

I LOVE your blog! BTW-I "think" I'm comment 26 but that could change by the time I post this!

Seriously denise- don't change anything- I love your projects- if yo did anything I would love to tr some more challenges!

Anonymous said...

#24 -- great ideas, and brightens my day. would not change anything! :-)

Mary said...

Looks like I'm #25? Your blog is awesome. You have amazing creativity combined with attention detail. I love your ideas! Thanks for the chance to win!

Anonymous said...

If I counted right, I'm #29 but it doesn't jive with the other postings?! LOL
Anyway, I wouldn't change a thing! I love it just the way it is. As long as I can come here and enjoy your fabulous cards I'm quite happy! Congrats on all those well-deserved blog hits!

Peggy Maier said...

Your counter says 29 comments, so hopefully I'm #30, unless someone is commenting at the same time! Love your blog - don't change a thing!!! I have lots of cards in my favorites!

MaryBeth said...

#31
I love your blog and visit daily to get my dose of inspiration! I love your tutorials and your cards are beautiful. I appreciate your attention to detail and that you post on a regular basis. Thanks for the opportunity to win!

misse336 said...

#32 -

I love visiting your blog and seeing all of your beautiful cards! I don't think that you need to change anything.

Anonymous said...

I love everything. The cards are awesome and I really enjoy the picture of your daughter.

Alex said...

Ummmm....I LOVE your blog, visit everyday, so don't change a thing!!! And, your tutorials ROCK, so if you want to do more of those, feel free - LOL!!! Congrats on your hits Denise! *STAMPIN HUGS* Alex

Anonymous said...

I love all your cards and ideas and how frequently you post. Always something new to look at! Thanks for sharing your talent!

Kathy H said...

36...I love your blog...You have awesome cards...

Pegg S said...

#37 I love your blog! Congrats on 40K! I really like how you show the inside of your cards. It's such a nice touch! Thanks for taking the time to keep up this inspiring blog!

Julee (Vervegirl) said...

#37 - Hi Denise! Congrats on your hits. I think your blog is fabulous! I particularly like how you show the insides of your cards, even when it's just a peek from the side. You've pushed me to try to finish more of the insides of my cards when I'm making them, instead of saving them to come back to later.

Ann said...

#38 Denise, I just LOVE your cards and think they are beautiful! I stop in just to see what you create next. :D

Anonymous said...

#40 Your blog rocks! I have you in my google reader so I get to "tune in" everyday.

I love that you show us how you "did what you did" on your creations. Step by step is a good thing :-)
And you have inspired me to start finishing the inside of my cards too!

Thank you for sharing your talent and inspiration with us and thank you for the chance to win some awesome blog candy!

Blessings,
Cyndi

The Crafty Den said...

#41. Hi Denise, I love your blog - don't you dare change a thing haha!! I check out your blog every day and you are a true inspirational crafter. I love your cards. Keep up the good work. Lots of love, Denise x

Anonymous said...

I just recently found your blog from Taylored Expressions, so I can't think of a thing to change! Your cards are beautiful, and thanks for the chance to win candy!

Anonymous said...

I think the thing I love most about your blog are the clean lines to your designs. Your cards are never "overdone" and always a great inspiration. Congratulations on being picked for Taylor's DT. I really love what you did with Taylor's new sets. I cant wait to get my own!

Congrats again!

JanetP

pantaleonjanet@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

Hi Denise - I love your blog the way it is - everyday there is another lovely card waiting for me to see!

Michelle B. AKA JustPaintingAround said...

Denise - I just love to look at your pretty pictures! Ha! In particular, I love your coloring. I also like that I can spot one of your cards a mile a way. Your style really stands out (and a lot of that is your coloring!). Thanks for the chance & congrats on 40,000!

Alberta said...

I began following your blog (via Google Reader) with the OCC Birthday Challenge and fell in love with your work. You are a magnificent paper artist – your imagery, the lines, the simple elegance, the charm and humor…I could go on. Moving along though…because of your gift with paper, I do have a suggestion that I think would be totally groovy. I think if you had an image (like your banner) stamped and embellished with color, etc on paper that would make a fantabulous banner – which would totally say paper and landscape combined. Only a suggestion - I enjoy reading your blog “AS IS”. If you didn’t change a thing, your readership will still follow you, me included.

I’m a novice at this paper craft game and have the potential to be some much better. It’s talent like yours that inspires me to keep going and better my own technique. For that…I THANK YOU!

Post #44

Tricia T said...

#45 perhaps?

I love your blog. Your projects are always inspiring and I'm never surprised when I stop at a post while scrolling through my Google Reader and find out that it's yours!! :) Great blog candy, too, BTW!!

Shannon Erskine aka e3stamper said...

I think you have a wonderful blog Denise! I love seeing all your wonderful creations!

Jan Scholl said...

This is my first visit-I was getting ready to sign out of Reader and the title of your blog was in the right hand corner. Hmmm. This apparently was a blog Reader suggested for me based on what I already look for.And I just added you to Reader in the Stamping Folder. I will be back soon. This is a nice offering too-I am going to have to see more of the K and Co Fall line-Michaels I am betting. Have a happy.

Amy said...

If I'm quick, I should be #50.

Thanks for sharing such great inspiration. I love your blog; don't change a thing!!!

Joan Ervin said...

Hey, little girl....I think your blog is FABULOUS!!! So are you and all your beautiful designs!! Love ya!! Ma

laurlynn said...

#52 -Love all your cards, can't wait to see what your next project will be!!!

Sara Mac said...

#53 Love everything about your blog! I love the style of the cards you make and I love that you stamp on the inside and show us. Such an inspiration!! Thanks. Congrats on 40,000 hits.

Kristie said...

gle reader so I'm sure never to miss a thing! Your creations are a huge source of inspiration for me, so thanks! PS: Did you know you have fans in Australia???

Pearlann66 said...

Your blog is awesome!
I just stumbled on it today thru SCS but it will become a regular for me starting today!

thanks for the chance to win such cute stuff!

Eve said...

#56
I like all your side bars that list all your different information! It is always great to go to a blog that has so many goodies like that to click on. I need to do more of that on mine!
Great job- it shows how much work you have out into it!
Kindly,
~Eve

Jetstudio Designs said...

#57

I love your blog Denise, it's so inspiring and your cards are beautiful. Keep up the great work!!

Anonymous said...

Your blog is awesome. I love your cards. I like how your do the insides of the cards too! I think i will be #58 comment on this! ~Heidi
ladyb266@aol.com

Jennifer said...

#59 I love your blog!! I ran across it several months ago, an look forward to seeing your new posts all the time. You inspired me to create my own blog, and I'm loving it too. Thank you for the great inspiration. Thanks!

Anonymous said...

#60 - Oh Denise, what's not to like?! Your blog is wonderful...and full of wonderful creations made by an equally wonderful person...YOU! Hugs ~Cindy

Theresa Dagostino Forge said...

#61 i think your blog is just right!!! great examples and easy to follow instructions!!! keep it all the same!!

Shannah said...

#62 - I think!
I think your Blog Count speaks for itself!!! Your Blog is WONDERFUL just as it is - inpirational, helpful, and beautiful to look at!
Keep up the fabulous work Pea - we all appreciate it!
{Hugs} Shannah

Juanita said...

#63
I love everything about your blog. You share your talent and ideas with those of us that lack that! Thanks for your generosity

Anonymous said...

#64 I love your blog, Denise! That little drawing your DD did for you is just so cute!

Anonymous said...

# 65 Love it just the way it is! I visit everyday to see your new creations which never disappoint!

Jami said...

#66 - Well, I think 40 thousand hits pretty well sums it up! You are awesome!! I really like how you break out the recipes for your cards with the orange word headings (paper, etc) This lets me know exactly where to look for the details!

Your stuff always leave me in awe, not just the beautiful cards, but the creative projects you do. I'm still in love with the Halloween project!!

I hope when my blog grows up it will be like yours! :)

hugs, Jami

Kathleen said...

#67 I'm new to your blog---since you've been designing for Taylor, but so far I've LOVED it. I looked back through some entries and I think you do a fabulous job! Thanks for the chance at the candy~

MindyYoung said...

Hi Chuck!!! Your blog is such an inspiration to me. You know that I just love your cards. We definitely need to make plans to all get together again. Love ya!

Anonymous said...

#69
Hi Denise,
Well I hope you don't change anything about your blog - I love it just the way it is. I think you're so talented, and I love checking your blog each day to see what you have been creating. Congratulations on your 40,000 hits.
Anne P. dinkuminkum at yahoo dot co dot nz

LeAnne said...

Gosh, Denise, I don't think you could improve a thing on your blog! It is just wonderful, the highlight of my day! Winning the blog candy would be a highlight too! I love those papers, the colors are divine!
Your stampin' buddy,
LeAnne

Anonymous said...

Great blog, beautiful pictures.

Anonymous said...

Great blog, beautiful pictures.

Anonymous said...

#73 Denise, your blog is something to look forward to seeing in the morning. There isn't anything I would want changed because your designs are inspiring, the instructions are clear enough to understand, and the recipes are included. If it hadn't been for your blog, I wouldn't have ordered the cute Halloween witch from Crafty Secrets!!!!

Selma said...

I look forward to reading your blog every day. Your cards are always so beautiful. I don't want you to change anything.

terri said...

I always enjoy your blog and can't think of a thing to change. I love your cards and use them as ideas often.

Anonymous said...

Your blog is FANTASTIC!! And I love the little Peanutbee that your daughter drew...so adorable! I get your blog feed by email, and wouldn't live without it! :D

Lori A. said...

I love your blog just the way it is! Thanks! #77

Amy Johnson said...

#78. I love your blog. My favorite thing of course are your cards! Gorgous! I guess if I could change anything, it would be repeats. I don't like seeing someone cards on Splitcoast and then seeing it again on your blog. I'd like to see something new on your blog.

Alison H said...

The only thing that I would like to see different is a little of your talent in myself! ;-)

Love your blog, don't change a thing!

Marisa said...

#80 - Just love reading your blog every day - even if I don't comment daily, I am here :)

Love your cards, always have, and how you finish the insides off - fabulous touch. Great pictures of your cards, supplies list (nice to have diff. colours for the headings), lots of posts for inspiration etc. etc. Great blog -- cant' think of anything else I'd like to see. Keep up the fabulous work and congrats on 40,00 hits!!

Sandy said...

#81
I love your blog Denise---such great inspiration all the time. I love your sense of design!

sundance7 said...

Hi Denise, I love your blog! I like how you show the inside of your cards, too. Don't change a thing. Thanks for a chance to win!

Tracy.H said...

#83 - Love everything about your blog...don't change a thing...just keep those amazing creations comin! :0)

Anonymous said...

Love your blog....also love the candy who doesn't.

Angel said...

LOVE your blog and love how you've been showing us some insides for the cards! I have to try that now!

Stephanie said...

Hey Denise...YOU DON'T NEED TO CHANGE A THING!!! Your blog is just awesome!!!

Rochelle said...

I look forward to receiving my daily dose of the Paper Landscaper and think your blog is one of the best! Don't change a thing....it's terrific and a you're a wonderful source of inspiration to me! Thanks for sharing your talent and creativity.

foxymama said...

I'm pretty new to this blog but I can tell you truly that I am loving what I've seen so far. You sure know how to whip up a great card!

Rachel V. said...

#89 ???

Your blog is wonderful!! I wouldn't change a thing. I can always find lots of inspiration here. :)

Anonymous said...

Just recently found your blog and it's wonderful! I wouldn't change anything! I like how you show your cards a second time at an angle to show the dimesional aspects. congrats on your blog hits and thanks for the opportunity to win!
Elizabeth

PatsyB said...

This is a fantastic blog!! Please don't change it or I will be lost! I am always coming to this site for inspiration (OK, so I case a few of your designs!!) Congrats on your milestone!!

Maria said...

#92 - Love your blog as is! Enjoy your creations and your tutorials. Thanks for the chance to win. Hugs, Maria

Barbara said...

Your blog is PERFECT just the way it is!! Don't change anything, LOL!!

Annelies said...

#94: I like the cards you're sharing with us. Especially the inside of your cards give me inspiration to copy this on my cards. Thanks for a chance to win! Greetings from Belgium, Annelies

Anonymous said...

I love your blog - your cards are so cute and inspire me to try news things. Thanks so much.

Anonymous said...

I originally subscribed to your blog because I love how you finish the insides of your cards. . . so just keep making beautiful cards with great insides and I'll be a happy, happy camper!!!!

Leah said...

congrats on the hits! I really enjoy your blog & am inspired by your beautiful creations! You're doing great - don't change a thing!

Anonymous said...

Your blog is a fun place to be. Have printed many of your cards to be remembered so I'll have instant ideas or inspirations. I find tutorials a great way of teaching and easy to learn. I've got several bottles of flock just sitting here. Think you'll be using any on your projects soon? Thanks for sharing.
MarilynY

Scott Franson Photography said...

I just love your blog, it's always so full of inspiration.
Claudia
scfranson@charter.net

Anonymous said...

I think I'm number 100, woo hoo, that's got to be lucky right.

I love your blog, don't change a thing. I like how you let us know what supplies you use and I love your cards. Thanks so much.

Heidi McDonough
hhmcdonough@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

Your blog always inspires me! Just not enough hours in the day!

Anonymous said...

I love your blog. EVERYTHING!! I don't have any changes to offer. Just keep making gorgeous creations and I'll be back!!

Joanne said...

Your blog is PERFECT! I wouldn't change a thing. I love your cards, the pictures, everything...

Anonymous said...

I really like your cards and the directions are awesome.
Thanks,
Linda Peterson

sandyh50 said...

I love your blog and the inspiring creations!

Anonymous said...

Maybe #106. I loved your Trick or Sweet card! Very cute idea. I appreciate all the creative ideas you share. Thank you.

Swedie

Sharon said...

I love your blog and hope that you don't change a thing!!! Keep up the inspiring work!!! I can always use great inspiration.

Jill said...

#108 - What's NOT to love about your blog????? Your work is beautiful. I appreciate that you include the "recipe" for everything that you create and that you link back to other blogs and websites for additional product information and inspiration. You have an amazing blog. Thanks for the jumpstart to my days.

Anonymous said...

Love your blog just the way it is!! Don't change a thing!

Unknown said...

#109 I love your cards. They are beautiful and the photography is great. Nice, crisp pictures.

jimlynn said...

Well, it appears I'm entry number 111. Is that lucky or what?!!!!!
I love EVERYTHING about your blog....Such an inspiration! Thanks.
Lynn Hayes

Anonymous said...

I am post #112. Your blog always has such cute and creative ideas.

Brenda Eien said...

#113
I love everything about your blog! Your cards always inspire me!!!

Sandy said...

#114
Wow, Denise ... great blog candy, girl!!

I love that you now are including the copics you used in your card recipe. Other than that, just keep doing what you've been doing ... your blog is the first one I look at when I'm online.

sumbine said...

#115-Congatulations for 4000+ hits!
I like your blog because your cards are awesome and inspired me.
I also like the way you show your cards.
Thank you for the chance to win your great blog candy!
Greetings from Germany
Sabine

lalalla said...

#116 (hope it is lucky for me;))

I really love yuor cards, I like your simple designs and clrear look of cards, I subscribe your blog via Reader becouse I don't want to miss anything ;)

congrats on soo many visitors, great blgo, have a wonderful day!

Anonymous said...

I love your creativity and I would not change a thing! It is very inspiring to see your creations each day! Thanks for sharing!

Janette said...

Denise- I love your blog and can't think of anything I would change. I enjoy coming and seeing all the great projects especially because I sometimes miss them in the gallery.

Unknown said...

oh, for me it isn't exactly about your blog, but your cards...I lOve sneaking a peek at the inside of your cards. It really sets them apart and makes them special :o)
hugs,
Holly

Anonymous said...

How about tutorials on video,,, I love watching,,, You have a great blog, that would be the only thing I would love to see :)

Karten-Stempel-Chaos by Inge said...

#121
Hi,
thanks for the chance to win the great candy!
I love your blog.
your cards and your layouts are great.

hugs
Inge

Susan said...

Denise...I'm fairly new to your blog and I love it! I think it's great just the way that it is. Thank you for all of the inspiration you post!

Wendy said...

I love your blog! I especially like how you detail how you create your cards and what specific products you used. I wouldn't change a thing on your blog, though!

Barbi said...

You have great blog! I just found it and I love it. And this candy thing ... I post your link. I hope too be the lucky winner, but anway I am the winner because I found your blog.

It is great!

Greetings from Slovenia
Barbara

Anonymous said...

#125
I love your SCS gallery. I can't pick one thing i like the most. That is not fair.
Thanks for sharing your work with us.

Anonymous said...

This is the first I've seen your blog... and I've been on Split coast quite a bit... Wow.... you do a great job....Your cards are Awsome!!!!
Melissa

Anonymous said...

#127-Wow! Congrats on your milestone. Love you stuff! Thanks for the chance to win.

Anonymous said...

Love how you co-ordinate the inside of your cards with the outside design. Thanks for the inspiration.
T. Blue

christine m. said...

I have 6 blogs that I visit from time to time and yours is one of them. I like your writing style - very upbeat! Your pics are always so clear and you are gracious enough to give lots of deets in the recipe! I like the added touches of your personal life from time to time - not too much - just enough for the reader to *connect*.

Thanks for spending the time it takes to display a fantastic blog!

Christine Mills

Anonymous said...

Your blog is in my 'favorites' so I find nothing wrong with it. Your card samples are beautiful also. Thanks for the chance to win some blog candy....in my favorite colors of fall too.

Marisa said...

#131 Denise, you have a beautiful blog with beautiful art work. You do not have to change anything about this blog. Just keep sharing your creations with the whole world.

Marisa

Deborah Anton said...

I love your cards and blog!! Thanks for the chance to win some yummy candy! Congrats on hitting 40K!!!