Friday, April 1, 2011

April Fools Day Blog Hop

Welcome to It's A Joy 2 Scrap's April Fool's Day Blog Hop! I hope everyone is having a fantastic Friday! If you came here from Cricutology, you are in the right place. However, if you happened upon my blog, please head over to It's A Joy 2 Scrap's blog so you don't miss any of the fun.

For this hop, we were asked to create a project that “tricks the eye”.  I decided to create an Explosion Box...I have been wanting to try making one for quite some time, so I thought it would fit perfectly with the blog hop!!   At first it looks like a cute gift box but when you take the lid off, the inside explodes with color and pictures!!

For this explosion box I used the video tutorial HERE!!  I used the Blossoms and Butterflies stack from DCWV...It's an old stack but I found it for 4.99 at Ross and loved it!!  I haven't added any pictures yet but I will probably put some cute Easter picture of my girls in it!!






If your interested in making one of your own...Please click on the link above...She explains it way better than I could!! 

I followed the video tutorial and just added some embellishments such as: prima flowers, brads, bling, ribbon, and lets not forget STICKLES!!!

Next in line is Kim from Me-Ma Kim's.  Go check out her wonderful creations and don't forget to take a peek at her SCRAPROOM post while your at it!!  It's great and very organized!!!

If you get lost along the way, here is the line up of my fellow crafters:

Happy Hopping!!

Elaine Expressions by Elaine
Vicki  Scrapbooking Creations by Vicki
Darlene  Tales of Tay and Bay
Lindsey  LaGeorgiaPaperie
Tammy  Tammy Jennings
Kara Kara's Sweet Creations
Amy Love To Crop
Ashley  Marine Wife's Scrappin' Life
Janice Cricutology
Kim  Me-Ma Kim's
Janice The Crafting Geek
Jillian  Jillian Bean Crafts
Wendy Gilby's Craftster
Kayla  My Scrapbooking Hide-Away
Jenny  Scrap With Jenny
Patty The Crafty Kitten
Tiffany Sparkled Memories
Carlene Miss Pink Cricut
Krystal Krystal's Kreativity
Jenny Papercut Creations
MichelleMade by Misha
Linette  Moon Scrapper
Katie Katie's Kreations
Debi Debican

Don't forget! If you leave a comment on all the blogs by Sunday at 11:59 p.m. CST. You have a chance to win some fabulous prizes.
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52 comments:

  1. MistyApril 1, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Very pretty! thank you for the link!
    I am holding my 1st blog hop, please
    come to my blog for more info & to join me!

    Hummer Hugs,
    Misty
    http://deliteful-gifts.blogspot.com/
    hummingbird204 at comcast dot net

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  2. TheresaApril 1, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Love the colors, Everyone seems to be exploding with ideas today lol
    TFS
    Theresa
    tmdettloff@gmail.com

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  3. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Oh wow such a beautiful box

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  4. AimApril 1, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Very colorful!! Makes me wish for some flowers outside my window (instead of the SNOW!!)...

    Thanks for participating in the HOP!! I'm your newest follower!! :)

    Amy :) at www.lovetocrop.com

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  5. Cyndi SApril 1, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Great explosion box. I love the bright colors and embellishments that you used.
    cstephenson at q dot com

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  6. Lisa's Creative NicheApril 1, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Love the colors you used on your box, very spring and happy!
    Lisa
    summer_sunset54@hotmail.com

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  7. *StarApril 1, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Beautiful Project! The papers you chose are so bright and fun! Tfs and have a great day. :)
    stars paper passion at gmail dot com
    starspaperpassion.blogspot.com

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  8. SugarlipsApril 1, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Super cute! fantastic job.

    iluvkatie74
    at yahoo
    dot com

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  9. TammyApril 1, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Love it!! I have not thought of putting pics inside!
    Tammy
    http://tammyjennings.blogspot.com
    otrbanks at earthlink dot net

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  10. KrystalApril 1, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    I am going to make one of these! So fun!

    Krystal
    http://krystalskreativity.blogspot.com
    kreative.krystal at gmail dot com

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  11. MishaApril 1, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Love how bright the paper is...it looks "happy", perfect for your springtime pics.
    misha_113 at yahoo dot com

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  12. AngelaApril 1, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Very cute explosion box!!! Love the colors that you used.

    Hugs,
    Angela
    lauermaa at gmail dot com

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  13. BunnyfreakApril 1, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Love the bright colors.

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  14. Michelle VPApril 1, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    What a fun idea for a blog hop on April 1st! Love your bright & springy explosion box - I can't wait until it looks like that outside here. :) I'm ready for some flowers and butterflies. I found you through Momo's blog! :)

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  15. Kathy's Kreative SpotApril 1, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Love the bright colors on your explosion box.
    Kathy
    Katsews at gmail dotcom

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  16. JaeApril 1, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    You did a great job on your explosion box! I love how its so colourful! TFS!
    Jenn

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  17. SheilaApril 1, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    I love explosion boxes! You did an awesome job, love the paper you picked. Thanks for sharing!

    http://2pawprints.blogspot.com

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  18. Scrappin Rabbit DesignsApril 1, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    Love you box. Thanks for sharing.

    http://scrappinrabbitdesigns.blogspot.com/

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  19. mamawcindyApril 1, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Love your Explosion Box. Love the bright colors. :0)
    cindymarshall63@hotmail dot com

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  20. JacquelineApril 1, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    great project - love the bright colours!
    Hugs ~ Jacqueline
    madebyjacqueline@yahoo.ca
    Ps – I got a hop that started to day too – tons of candy – click here

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  21. kathleeApril 1, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Adorable. Love all the colors and great embellishments! TFS
    New follower!
    Kathlee
    kathlee154atgmaildotcom
    http://kathleessnippitsncricuts.blogspot.com

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  22. girliaApril 1, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    This explosion box is really pretty. I love the colors on this especially

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  23. Sherrie K.April 1, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    I love your project...very pretty! Thanks for sharing!!

    sherrie k.
    http://sherriescraps.blogspot.com

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  24. TanyaApril 1, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    Love your explosion box! These are so fun :)

    phenis2031 at yahoo dot com
    http://scrappylandusa.blogspot.com

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  25. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Your explosion box is gorgeous! I love the colors & the flowers!

    Thanks so much for sharing!!!

    ~Ola
    okj83 at live dot com

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  26. Barbara GreenbergApril 1, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Love the explosion box, thanks for sharing.
    meagain20002000@yahoo.com

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  27. Nana JoApril 1, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    Great project - love all those bright colors. I am a new follower.
    mmlmn at polarcomm dot com

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  28. Lizzie LaineApril 1, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Great project and beautiful job, love all the colors!
    thanks for sharing

    ExpressionsByElaine.blogspot.com

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  29. scrappinCApril 2, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    I absolutely love your box. The colors are wonderful. They seem to make the sun shine brighter.
    TFS!
    Cindy Lou
    http://scrappinc.blogspot.com
    endurapuppy at yahoo dot com

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  30. AshleyApril 2, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    I LOVE all the colors in your box! TFS!

    ~Ashley
    proudusmcwife@gmail.com

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  31. ShersL84bedApril 2, 2011 at 1:11 AM

    very pretty, love all the shimmer.

    ShersL84bed at aol dot com

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  32. Stuff-n-Such By LisaApril 2, 2011 at 3:41 AM

    This is beautiful Tonia!
    I can't wait to try one of these!
    Lisa H.
    lisastuf.blogspot.com
    lisastuf at gmail dot com

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  33. VickiApril 2, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Great explosion box. I'll have to try one. Thanks for sharing.

    vwilson577 at yahoo.com

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  34. TrishaApril 2, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Amazing how everyone's take on the explosion box is so different. Love the colors you used. Thanks for sharing and I am a follower. patnbobcuddy at gmail dot com

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  35. SuzyApril 2, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    I'm loving all of the explosion boxes! Happy belated April Fool's Day and thanks for the chance to win :)
    -Suzy suzyq28024@gmail.com

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  36. TamaraApril 2, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Very cute box! I love everyone's boxes they have been posting...makes me want to make one! TFS!
    sweetheartcopper at msn dot com

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  37. TiffanyApril 2, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Love your box, especially all the sparkle! Excited to start following you. So glad to be a part of the hop with you :)

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

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  38. Chloe and Her Clip On KoalasApril 2, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Colours are so gorgeous. Stunning!

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  39. Wendy (aka Roo)April 2, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Tonia, I love your flower box! Great job. it's nice to be amongst the many talented, like yourself in this hop.

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  40. KristinApril 2, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Beautiful explosion box. I love it and all the colors and embellishments you used are awesome!

    Kristin
    ksully4597 at gmail dot com

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  41. joydee1963April 2, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    great box,great job, joydee1963@yahoo.com

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  42. karenskApril 2, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    Love the color combinations. Bright and cheery cute box. I am a follower.
    Thanks for sharing
    karenk3 at ameritech dot net

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  43. Becky DunhamApril 3, 2011 at 1:21 AM

    What a beautiful explosion box Tonia! i love the papers you used and the colors are so perfect for spring! It is perfect for Easter pics. Thanks for the link - I want to try one of these for sure!

    rebeccadunham at hotmail dot com

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  44. AJoyApril 3, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Tonia, Thank you for participating in my first blog hop! I love your project. It is full of bright, exciting colors!

    I hope you had fun creating and hopping!

    April
    nginerd at gmail dot com

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  45. ToniaApril 3, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Thanks Everyone for all of the sweet comments!!

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  46. Doris P.April 3, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    I just love butterflies!! TFS your awesome box...
    parkernana5@cox.net

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  47. JessicaApril 3, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    Great color combo! Thanks for sharing, a new follower,
    Jessica
    smith52706 at gmail dot com

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  48. DarleneApril 3, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    Beautiful! love it! TFS

    Darlene
    desaucier at bellsouth dot net

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  49. AnnaApril 3, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Beautiful box just awesome.
    Thanks for the chance to win.
    I am a follower.
    annadowdy at gmail dot com

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  50. JANLYNNApril 3, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    I bought this same paper pack at Ross too. You turned it into a really cute box. Looks so springy. jls@eplus.net

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  51. DebicanApril 3, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    Tonia, I really enjoyed being in the hop with everyone. I was wowed by all the great projects.
    Hugs, Debi

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  52. AmandaApril 6, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    Super cute explosion box. I found your blog on Momo's site. I'm a new follower.

    TFS!
    Amanda ;)

    http://fun4me-afrye.blogspot.com

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