Saturday, July 2, 2011

Explosions Everywhere Blog Hop

Welcome to the Explosions Everywhere Blog Hop! If you have arrived from Sandra's at 365 Days of Cricut, then you're in the right place! If you're just stopping by for a visit, and would like to join in on the fun, go to Cricut Love to start at the beginning.


Welcome to TXScrapperMom! I am so very excited about today's hop, because there is nothing more fun than making explosion boxes!! Today, I'd like to share my very patriotic explosion box with you :). Though we had the opportunity to make our boxes any theme we wanted, when I thought explosion, I definitely wanted fireworks! So, I used my Independence Day and Stand & Salute cartridges to create a little gift for my niece (shhhh...) with a little something that reminded me of MY childhood (can you guess what it is?!)...




If you guessed Pop-Its! You got it! :)


On to the blog candy (which I am actually very excited about, because it is the first time I have ever done a giveaway for all my wonderful followers!): A Gypsy clutch, a polka-dot CB folder, and some cute flowers!


To win, I just ask two things:


1. Be a follower


2. Leave a comment - w/ a way to contact you


And on to some even more blog candy...


Scrapbook Steals has generously donated a gift basket with a retail value of $107.86!!!! Along with this, Kich N Bleus Designs will give the grand prize winner their choice of a digi collection. In order to qualify for the grand prize, you must leave a comment on every blog in the hop. 3 random names will be chosen from each blog and then placed in a pull for the grand prize. Here's a picture of the goodies that include...

Bo Bunny Pattern Papers (new release this spring)
American Crafts Adhesive
My Mind's Eye 6x6 pad, Stella and Rose
Prima Marketing Got Flowers bottles



Awesome right?! So don't forget to leave a comment! Thanks for joining us today! I hope you enjoyed seeing all the wonderful explosion boxes we had in store for you today! Have a safe and happy 4th of July!



Roberta

140 comments:

BugBites said...

Super cute. Love the paper and the scene it he middle is amazing.

Erika Valdez said...

OMG Roberta!! I am at a loss for words! This is just AMAZING!! Girl you are so talented!! I know your niece is going to love it, I would lol! Thank you so much for joing us for this hop!!

Peggy Sue said...

that would take me a yr and a half to make! wow,that is fabulous! Can I be your niece???
Mrsroddy4@aol.com
http://ICrea8Cards.blogspot.com
p.s. come check out my 104 giveaway!

HockeyScrap said...

What a beautiful explosion box. You always think of them layered with paper, but to have a display within (which is absolutely adorable by the way) is a different twist. Beautiful work.
dbonczek@comcast.net
http://pawstoscrap.blogspot.com/

Jenn said...

I love the paper and the work you did in the details is unbelievable!! I am so impressed!! You are a super talented lady!! TFS!!! I am a new follower!

Jenn
jenniferreavis@sbcglobal.net
http://scrap-a-tude.blogspot.com

Heather said...

A new follower here. Your explosion box is adorable. Looked around your blog and just love all of your work. Glad I found you.

Heather from princesspaperprojects at yahoo dot com

Dawn said...

I am happy to follow - your box is so cute - I remember those poppers! - What a great aunt you are.

Tabitha said...

This is adorable! Love your little wagon with the Pop Its! My kids love those things. We gather everyone, including the adults and pass out a box to everyone and have pop it fights. Sometimes they do burn small holes in our clothes so I know this isn't very safe but it is so much fun. LOL I think I just lost my mommy of the year award with that one. LOL At least not with my kids. ;0) Thanks for sharing and new follower here.

Tabitha said...

Sorry forgot my email.
tabitha4cm at yahoo dot com
;0)

Debbie - Olivia's Nana said...

I love it! And I love the popits too!!

Debbie @
http://bugginattheseams.blogspot.com/

Josie0602 said...

I love your box and the idea to add Pop-Its. My boys loved those when they were small!
Tracy
jtg0398(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

Anonymous said...

That is adorable and very creative! Thanks for sharing :)

dmcarlisle09atgmaildotcom

Whitloli said...

Love it! Super Cute!!!

lisa
whitloli@gmail.com

Nikki T said...

What a great 4th of July themed box. The center is fabulous. You did an amazing job. New follower.
Nikki
glamoroussideofscrapping at gmail dot com
www.theglamoroussideofscrapping.blogspot.com

Stephanie K said...

Sooooo Stinkin Cute!!!! I LOVE the wagon in the center with the grass and fireworks! I think every kid loves pop-its!!! New follower, looking forward to seeing all your creations! Thanks for sharing and thanks for the chance to win!

scrappingwithstephanie at gmail dot com
scrappingwithstephanie.blogspot.com

Pamela Pattison Lash said...

I have never done an explosion box so I am learning so much from this hop - I love the traditional colors you used and your project is wonderful!
Mama LoveBug from LoveBug Creations
pam_lash at yahoo dot com

ScrapinShana said...

New follower! Love your explosion box! The wagon with the popits is so clever! =)

skcactusflower75 at hotmail dot com

Darlene said...

Oh MY! love it! adorable!

Darlene
desaucier at bellsouth dot net

My Scrap Diary said...

That is awesome Roberta!! I just love that scenery and the vintage flag paper is gorgeous. Thanks for the inspiration! Oh my gosh, now I want to make one for my niece. hehehe, I want to but who knows. Happy to be a new follower.
Happy to be in this hop with you.
Have a safe and fun 4th of July.
Jess M :)
myscrapdiary(at)gmail(dot)com

Pink Cricut said...

LOVE those fireworks and ESPECIALLY that little wagon! So So SO Cute!

Nurse Young said...

Absolutely precious! This is one of the best hops I've done...lots of great ideas. Glad to have found this. I am now a follower:)

Kathy said...

OMG, this is just so nice. I love the paper you used. Great job. I need to http://the3esblog.blogspot.com/try and make one of these.
Kathy

jennyplace2 said...

Your box turned out so cool. Love it! Wonderful bright colours and those fire works are amazing. TFS!
jennyplace26@gmail.com

Kimberli said...

Wow, what a neat explosion box - your details are amazing!!

Kimberli
kimbean20@gmail.com

My Play Time said...

Perfect box for the holiday weekend, Love it.
New follower.

Rosemary
rroca31156@gmail.com

Carol said...

WOW the explosion box is STUNNING! I love it all thank you for sharing this beautiful creation.

Gramjak said...

OMG! I love your wonderful explosion box. Wish I were your niece! Happy Independence Day, everyone!

kastenc at sbcglobal dot net

Courtney Larson said...

Super cute! Love the paper you chose. Very festive

Janet said...

Love this box great paper and the surprise inside I remember them well so much fun! Love that little wagon and the fireworks too cute. Thanks for some great inspiration.
Just became a follower.
http://ladyluvbug.blogspot.com/
Big Blog Hugs

JulieK said...

WOW! I love all the detail! This is fantastic!

Karen said...

Great explosion box! I love the fireworks in the middle and the colors you used. I'm sure your niece will with be very happy. I'm a new follower.

Karen
craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com

Manhattan Mandie said...

Oh my gosh! This is soooo cute!!!! I love this idea! I'm a new follower (and fellow Circlet too)! I hope you will come by and check out my blog too! My e-dress is in my blogger profile <3 Thanks for the chance to win!!!!

cruizninpa said...

This is really an awesome explosion box. I am so amazes with all the boxes in the hop. Hope you all have a"Happy 4th of July".

My Angel said...

Fabulous Explosion Box!~ Love your inside theme. Thanks for the chance to win your blog candy. Fingers crossed.

jmahugger@yahoo.com

Rosie said...

this is so cute!!!!
im a follower
rosiemini@gmail.com

Jamie said...

Love your box! The center is so cute!

Jamie
jlieungh23@gmail.com
http://stellardesignz.blogspot.com/

Rene said...

oh wow... what details, love how you made an entire scene inside! Wonderful job TFS.. I am a follower

ronnieandcorinne@sbcglobal.net
http://www.wishuponascrap.blogspot.com/

Autumn said...

LOVE the fireworks around the little wagon!!!!! You have done a fabulous job!!! Now following!! TFS!

autumnsbuggycreations dot blogspot dot com

autumnsbuggycreations at gmail dot com

Sheila aka SassyLady said...

Roberta this is just too cute. love everything about it. Such wonderful detail. TFS

Christine America Real said...

I wish you could see the fits that I am having over your explostion box. I just made my first one last week, so I am crazy about them. I just showed this one to my DH and he said I have to "make one like that" lol! Great job!

america57@comcast.net
chrissandlou.blogspot.com

Hey stop by my blog I am giving awaw a Mickey & Friends Cricut Cartridge to one lucky follower!

Anna Villano said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE your box it's AMAZING!!!! I am a follower and Thank You for sharing this amazing box.

Janeen said...

What an amazing job, love the middle of your box, so fun with the fireworks! TFS!

lovelyinspiredcreations.blogspot.com
majelica at comcast dot net

Brenda said...

I love your explosion box - especially the scene in the middle. Thanks so much for sharing.
bwickline61@yahoo.com

P1x3L.F3T1SH said...

NEW follower! Loved ur explosion box!! ash.desiree@yahoo.com

LUV2SCRAP said...

Ok so I have to say my favorite paper. I love the vintage look it has. Had fun hopping along you ladies did a great job!

ladycindy38@yahoo.com

PurpleFuntastick Creations said...

WOW!! this is awesome...love how you use the pop its and your niece is going to love this! :) I am now a follower and thanks for sharing! :)
Happy 4th!
Kari
purplefuzz06@yahoo.com

Jamie said...

wow i love your box its super cute! thanks for sharing and the chance to win. Im a new follower cant wait to see what else you make! Have a very happy 4th!
-jamie
babyblueangel_30@yahoo.com

Jessica said...

I'm now a follower, and I love, love, love that explosiong box! And the wonderful thing is I have both those cartridges! Thanks for sharing
Hugs, Jessica

alwayscharlie said...

This is awesome! I can't believe how much detail you got into your box!

smilesmoore2 atverizon dotnet

Theresa said...

What great explosion box..your niece is going to love it! I'm a new follower here and really looking forward to seeing more great projects. TFS!
firelass51@aol.com

Linda Peterson said...

I am very impressed with your explosion box!
craftylin1968@aol.com

Raven B said...

Roberta! WOW I LOVE love love love love this. I love the pop-its powder how life like it is! That was just genius!!!! Great explosion box.
Hugs,
Raven

Raven B said...

I forgot to leave my email :( thatsmerb at gmail dot com :)

Dorcas said...

This was a great idea! It was brilliant to put the Pop its in there. Really great job!!!!

Scrappy Zeni said...

Roberta!! I totally love your box those fireworks are just a great idea! Thanks for joining Erika and me on this hop!

mamawcindy said...

Oh my Goodness!!! This is Amazing!!! I have been wanting to make an Explosion Box. I could never Create something so Awesome as this. You are so Creative. LOVE IT! LOVE IT! LOVE IT!
Thank you so much for the chance to win your Awesome giveaway. :0)
cindymarshall63 at hotmail dot com

Shari said...

I became a follower. Love your box. all the fireworks are pervect.

syoung6t978 at aol dot com

Carley said...

This is absolutely adorable! I loves those pop it things too as a kid and secretly still do ha ha! I love your box it is super cute! This has been such a fun blog hop! Thank you for sharing your talent!
Hugs
Carley
CarleyCarter at gmail dot com

Julie said...

Love the box! Thanks for sharing your creativity. Not sure if you remember, but sent me a .cut file to make a birthday explosion box for my sister...she loved it. They are so fun to make!

Cathy said...

Triple fun!!! great explosion box, Great blog hop with lots of awesome projects and great candy!! what a great 4th! I am a follower:)
mexicopetshop at hotmail dot com

Cyndi S said...

Fantastic explosion box. Nothing screams 4th of July like the all time favorite Pop-Its. Great idea.
cstephenson at q dot com

Nicolle Kramer said...

This is one awesome explosion box! To cool and creative..thanks for the inspiration!..:)

nicolle@nicollelovesscrapbooking.com

GabyCreates.com said...

Awesome job!! love love the middle scenery you created!! ...
I do not know what Pop-Its are, but will go look for them now!!

JustMeJustina said...

Great box...loving the 4th of July theme!! TFS!!

Justina
justina1218 at aim dot com
www.justmycrafts.blogspot.com

Beth said...

Cute cute Idea, love the colors and the inside. thanks so much for sharing.

Amy E said...

WOW WOW WOW! Amazing! The middle is adorable!!!! I'm impressed and I'm a new follower now!

amyis300 AT hotmail DOT com
scrapthissavethat.blogspot.com

Beth said...

This is so cute! I love the patriotic surprise in the middle.

Lindsey said...

Gosh, these look so complicated! I need to learn how to make these boxes!!

kteachone@gmail.com

Karen said...

The fireworks are great and what a thoughtful aunt you are. Thanks for the chance to win.
Karen
o2bnxtc@hotmail.com

Darlene said...

One word . . . WOW!!!!!!!!!

New follower . . . mockingbird135@aol.com

Jackie "B" said...

Very nice explosion box. Very patriotic. Thanks for sharing and inspiring.

Tammie said...

I love it and like the little part of ur childhood. A good touch.

Brenda said...

Great explosion box! Your niece is going to love it!

http://happyscrapper64.blogspot.com
HappyScrapper64@bex.net

A Creative Journey said...

OMG! I LOVE THE FIREWORKS! AMAZING! How lucky to receive this as a gift! TFS I am a new follower and I would be honored if you would check out my blog as well :)

http://acreativejourneywithmelissa.blogspot.com/

Have a great day!

Chiquetta said...

Love the Fireworks!! Super cute.
And thanks for the giveaway.

chiquetta.franks@verizon.net

Jen L said...

So Cute !! I love your inside suprize !! I'm now a follower!!

http://mybusycraftylife.blogspot.com/
jelundy@aol.com

Katknit said...

The Explosion Box you made it great. Your a wonderful crafter!!! Thanks for sharing.

Charlene
katknit at gmail dot com

I just became your most recent follower on your blog.

TuttleTime said...

Fireworks and pop-its just make the 4th...I love your box. I love the way the fireworks are suspended above. Thanks for sharing. I have really loved this hop. Can't wait to try my hand at making these...

Tiffany said...

I love your box! The 3-D surprise on the inside is amazing :) I'm a new follower. Can't wait to see what you make next!

tiffanymarierice@yahoo.com
http://sparkledmemories.blogspot.com/

jennifer said...

i think this is absolutely adorable!

Sunshine HoneyBee said...

The explosion card is wonderful. Not tried to make one of those & may have to give it a try.
Melissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
http://createdbysunshinehoneybee.blogspot.com
sunshine_honeybee2004@yahoo.com

Anna said...

Oh wow what an awesome box. Amazing!!!
Great blog hop.
Thanks for the chance to win.
I am a follower.
annadowdy at gmail dot com

Charlotte said...

Oh Roberta, I love your explosion box. Everything about it is fabulous!!!

Charlotte
wils6080 at bellsouth dot net

Bunnyfreak said...

Beautiful scene in your box.

http://digipage-blog.everything-digital-scrapbooking.com/

Ayde said...

LOVE IT!!
Thanks for the chance to win..
FYI:I became a folloer.

aydepena@ymail.com

Vickie said...

I like this box. I really like the way you did this one TFS. I became a follower also.

Jenn said...

That's an incredible scene you've created in the box! Wonderful project, TFS!
hugs, Jenn
smile4jenn at hotmail dot com

WAM Family said...

Such a fabulous box. TFS

http://www.creationswithkathryn.com
creationswithkathryn@yahoo.com

Roxanne said...

Great Box!! Also good suggestions for using some of my cricut cartridges!!! Happy 4th!!

Scrappy Moms Stamps said...

OMGosh - this is the cutest project EVER!! My kids LOVE pop-its, they would love this! I just might have to scrap-lift it. :)

Thank you so much for joining us at Scrappy Moms Stamps!

Laura S said...

Love this. What a great idea to put the little scene in the middle. It's wonderful

Laura

laurascott26@hotmail.com

Teach4U said...

I love the explosion box. Very creative.

Brenda
Dbmeier at ndsupernet dot com

Angie said...

OMGosh, I have never seen your blog and I followed the hop and I am so glad I did. I LOVE this box!! The inside is amazing, you truly outdid yourself. I am your newest follower and I can't wait to see what you come up with next!!!

- said...

How CUTE!!! I just love it, especially the fireworks going off and how they look like they are in the air. Great job.
(:(:Smiles:):)

Robin "the cricut scrapper"
rlj547 at comcast dot net

Crafty and Green said...

New Follower here! New to this blogging world! Just been around about 3 weeks or so now!! I'm loving it! Great Creation! I love it!! Just got my cricut expression a little over a week ago and I'm so excited to start creating more with it!!

Blessings,
Tina

www.craftyandgreen.blogspot.com

Amanda said...

Love this box~another of my faves! Especially the POP-ITS inside~we're getting some of those 4 our boys 4 the 4th! Thanks so much! What a wonderful gift u r giving 2. But I'm not n the running 4 it, I don't have a Gypsy or use 4 the CB folder. So I would rather some1 else win that can really use it! Thanks so much! prhmangel@gmail.com

SiskiyouSue said...

Great job. You've inspired me to try one myself... Thanks.

I am a follower.
http://siskiyousue.blogspot.com

pynoblem said...

Your explosion box rocks! It's beautiful. I'm a follower now.
http://cropperhopper.blogspot.com

WhichCraft-Liz said...

OMG! I love your box! The theme is perfect but I simple adore the center of it. It makes for a great decoration! Thanks for sharing! Great way to end the hop!

Liz
whichcraft@me.com

shersl84bed said...

Fabulous explosion box. I love how each one is so different from the other. Your wagon and fireworks on the inside is super cute. Great job.

Smiles Sher
ShersL84bed@aol.com

tandkparker said...

Love you explosion box!! The fireworks cuts look awesome!! Ohhh my - your pop it's will certainly be a hit! My kids love'em :)
Have a Happy 4th!
Kim a new follower!
tandkparker at comcast dot net

sweetlilscrapper said...

what a great spin on the exploding box - tfs!


sweetlilscrapper.blogspot.com
sweetlilscrapper at hotmail dot ca

waidc said...

Your expolsion box is very patriotic & I remember those "pop-its" too. Nice way to turn it into a gift box! thanks for chance to win.
waidc@bellsouth.net

Gina said...

Gorgeous box! I love the scene inside! I'm a new follower!
purpleprincess214(at)gmail(dot)com

Amanda said...

Am a new follower and love this box.love the pop its too.. Thank you for sharing this box with us.
Amanda
http://craftsbyamanda.blogspot.com
ahaynes43055 @ yahoo . com

Kathy said...

Great explosion box! I love the center with the fireworks! Thanks for sharing!
kmgillon at yahoo dot com

Charlotte Cornett said...

TOO CUTE!!! Love that you put the popits in the wagon! TFS! Charlotte

S`andra said...

Truely Incredible. The Fireworks scene inside the Explosion Box and the Pop-Its Make me want to be a kid again..(haven't grown up yet..LOL).
Words can not describe this fantastic blog hop. Thanks so much for shareing all your talents. I have many new thoughts in my Crafty mind for some Explosion boxes. I'll have to start simple then expand. By next year this time...All my family and friends will have enjoyed a new world of crafting with Explosion boxes.
Have a wonderful and safe July 4th weekend. I will be back to check out more inspiring ideas.
Happily Scrapbooking My Memories`S`andra V.

sandrav9288@yahoo.com
http://ohmyscraps2u.blogspot.com

My Crafty Designs said...

Your explosion box is super cute!...love all the exploding creations that pop out as soon at it's opened. Thank you for sharing. I'm a follower.

AnnetteASalinas@aol.com

Janette S. said...

Wow - adorable scene in the middle!

janetteschulte at comcast dot net

Penny said...

I love this box. It is so clever and the colors are great. I am going to scraplift this. TFS and for a great blog hop. And, thanks for a chance to win. I love that gypsy clutch!

pennyspad at sbcglobal dot net

Nicole Brenna said...

I am just in awe I cant believe the box you made... it is amazing and so wonderful!

Pappin said...

Very nice! This was a great blog hop. Thanks for sharing.
Happy 4th of July

Nancy
pappin@aol.com

grammiej said...

your box is incredible! TFS, I am sure it took a long time to make.

jashmore1944@att.net

mjblahnik56 said...

Love the theme. Your scene is awesome. I am a new follower.

mjblahnik56@hotmail.com

Scrappin' Sista said...

Wowzers! Great job on the box. I love the fireworks. The poppers were my favorite too! TFS!

Christel
http://onescrappinsista.blogspot.com

The Scrapbooking Queen said...

Really cute explostion box for sure and I remember getting those little fire bombs too..
The Scrapbooking Queen

Squirlygirl said...

Oh Roberta, this is such a cute gift! The little wagon filled with the pop-its is just awesome! I know a few little people in my life who would get a kick out of this! TFS :)
~Hugs~
Becky
www.squirlygirlcreations.blogspot.com

Cindy said...

AMAZING job with your great project!Just BEAUTIFUL!!:)

liz at liz's paper loft said...

amazing project! thanks for playing with us at Scrappy Moms Stamps!
liz

HappyPlaceJen said...

WOW!! This is explosively CREATIVE!! Awesome job, Roberta! Your detail in the wagon scene is amazing!! Keep 'em coming! :) ~Jen http://happyplaceforjen.blogspot.com

AJoy said...

I knew it! I knew right away it was Pop-its! Too funny. Love the explosions in the middle. Great job!

April
nginerd at gmail dot com
http://ajoy2scrap.blogspot.com

Carol A said...

I love this! Can't believe all the detail inside...a true labor of love and work of art. Thank you so much for sharing.
Carol A hrhcva@gmail.com.

CRAZY4CHRIST said...

I am a new follower!! Great job, love the little wagon inside!!
sierrababy08 at hotmail dot com

Stephanie said...

I absolutely love your box! What a cute idea.

Onceuponapaper.blogspot.com

Lolis said...

I love your box!! I'm already a follower.
floresrg4@aol.com

Krista's Paper Cafe said...

Holy Moly!! That is some explosion! u are very, very talented and patient!


KristaInMN at gmail dot com
http://www.KristasPaperCafe.com

Dee said...

I love your project. I am a follower. I have added your blinkie to my blog and thanks for sharing.

I hope you can stop by my blog become a follower, leave a comment and grab my love button.

http://vintageheartfeltdesigns.blogspot.com
vintageheartfelt@aol.com

Ashley said...

Love this adorable explosion box! Full of great memories for you, your niece, and those of us who grew up going with our families to see the fireworks :) Thank you so much for sharing!

Ashley "Scrappin' Pink Piglet"
scrappinpinkpiglet(at)gmail(dot)com

Samantha J Designs (Wife2TJ) said...

Wow! The explosion box is absolutely Beautiful! Love how patriotic it is :-) Amazing job!

TFS the giveaway! -Sam :-)

SamanthaJDesigns @ hotmail.com
SamanthaJDesigns.blogspot.com

Amyscats said...

I'm going to have to go back and look at your box again - I was so caught up in the middle scene, I forgot what the sides look like!! Amazing, incredible, fantastic scene! What fun to look at, and what fun it'd be to win the Gypsy clutch, etc. (fingers crossed).
Amyscats
amylfahnestock at gmail dot com

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Haidee said...

I was soooo excited to see this one because I figure someone would FINALLy do something like that

TFS
YOU DID A FANTASTIC JOB!!!!

created2buniqueatymaildotcom

Brittney said...

I LOVE that paper! Love your work. YOu do such a great job.

rnbw_skittles32@hotmail.com
www.brittneyscricutcreations.blogspot.com

Marissa said...

Your box is amazing! I love it! This is my first time to your blog...I am now a follower!

rissafor@yahoo.com

Kathy's Kreative Spot said...

I love your Patriotic explosion box. The fireworks are awesome. I am a follower.
Kathy
Katsews at gmail dotcom

Frank-LEE Speaking... said...

Bravisimo... love this patriotic box, I remember those pop its. Used to love playing tricks with our dog growing up. TFS, Smooches... Felicia at frankleecrafts [at] gmail [dot] com and scrapperinthemaking.blogspot.com

snowdraak said...

Love the paper you used on your box outside! The inside is fantastic . . . such cute fireworks.
Alison
fourkidstwocats at msn dot com
I follow you.

Donna said...

I love it! Great paper. You did a wonderful job on this explosion box.
comopark@roadrunner.com

Stephanie said...

This box is AWESOME! I love your blog!

I left you something on my blog.

onceuponapaper.blogspot.com