Thursday, March 15, 2012

Happy Birthday to you . . .



It's Krista Palakiko's birthday today and a few of us are throwing her a surprise birthday blog hop.  If you've come here from Joni's blog, then you are on the right path, but if you just popped in you might want to hop on over to the beginning at the Lollipop Crafts blog.  Why?  Well one lucky hopper will win a SURPRISE PRIZE!  All you need to do is hop along to each friend’s blog, leave some love, then head back to the Lollipop Crafts blog and let them know you completed the hop.  Who knows maybe along the way some of Kris' friends might be giving away RAKS of their own, so make sure you stop and give some love to everyone.  The winner will be announced on Sunday, March 18th.


Well, well, what can I say?  I've had the privilege and the honor of getting to know Kris both through blogland a few years ago and meeting up with her while she was here on Oahu tending to her beautiful son who was born a bit early at the Queen's Medical Center.  She is nothing but a sweet and generous soul who always thinks about others.  Well, today we celebrate Kris as we think of her on this special day!


I recently purchased the Sizzix Eclips machine which I've had my eye on since last year.  Couldn't decide whether to get the Silhouette Cameo or Eclips, but in the end, my mind was set.  I've been cutting up paper like crazy and playing around with numerous SVG files.    FUN, FUN, FUN!!!

I cut out these 3D letters using the 3D Letters SVG Kit from SVGCuts.  It was pretty fun, but I do have to admit, the "S" was the hardest to put together because of its curves.  I added some details to the letters . . . a cloud, a white picket fence, and some butterflies.  The little girl sitting up there on the "R" is Maisie Sitting Pretty from Lili of the Valley and the bunny on the "S" is from the Lucky Bunnies - Clear Stamp Set from TGF.


Here's another view.



I just want to wish Kris the best birthday ever!  You are dear to my heart and nothing but LUV 4 U!


Now, hop on over to Sony's blog {HERE}.  Remember, if you get lost along the way, the  MASTER LIST is on the Lollipop Crafts Blog.  Thanks for stopping by today!  :)


20 comments:

  1. That is supah cute! Love how you created a little scene with her name. Hope all is well with you!

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  2. Welcome back to blogland Mama, at least for this very special occasion. When you told me about the Eclipse you weren't kidding. Wow!! This is fabulous! The details are awesome and the added touches you did around the letters is gorgeous. A wonderful present that Kris will get to display in her craft room.
    Luv it!
    Thanks again for coming out of retirement for this special day.
    ;)

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  3. what a great project! super!

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  4. Mama!!!!! i've missed you so!! this project is amazing and the 3D is soooo cool!! wow! i LOVE it!! you always surprise us with the things you create... remarkably creative! Thanks Mama for the kind words you've said and for the endless friendship!! especially for being there during that time of need, that was VERY special!! So happy you joined the girls in this celebration!! Miss you!

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  5. Crazy...ONLY YOU can pull off something this spectacular and make it so beautiful! love the 3d letters, but mostly how you truly just decked it out! love the paper, the embellishments and all! Finally you posted! I love being inspired by your wonderful creations! Thank you for my wonderful birthday gift as well! I was blown away that you made that cupcake & card! I need to get me a new toy too! lol! well have a wonderful end of the week! take care :)

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  6. Mama, this is BEAUTIFUL!! Pretty choice of paper and such sweet images! I'm sure that Kris will just love it! Have a wonderful day! ;)

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  7. That's amazing!!!! I've never heard of an Eclips, but I love your results!

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  8. What a fun and creative idea. I love it and I am sure Kris will too.

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  9. Wow this is stunning!!! love your project.. YES I imagine it was fun :)

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  10. What a fun project that was! I am sure Kris will love it!

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  11. That is so beautiful! I am so jealous of this bday girl!

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  12. Hey Mama~
    I sure missed you berry berry much.... I'm glad you joined in with the blog hop... And you still didn't loose your touch... You always amazed me with all your talents in your crafting...I'm sure Kris is going to love what you made for her... great job.... Since you invested that means more crafting on the blog....yeh, can't wait to see more.....
    Take care and hope all is well with the family too....
    hugs my lost blogging buddy....

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  13. Love your creation! So fabulous! And cute images! Hope all is well!

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  14. You are one heck of an amazing crafter, Mama! You still amaze me with your creation! This is so creative! Kris will sure love this! So glad to "see" you again in blogland! Miss you! Hope to see more of your creations! Hope you are oing well!

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  15. wow Mama you astound me with your creativity...hope you are well...hugs liann

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  16. I love your 3d creation. I am sure that it will be cherished!!

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  17. Love your letters! So much whimsy and fun. :)

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  18. Mama!!! So, so cute!!! So glad to see you back blogging. This is so beautiful. Ok, I tried everything you told me for the Ecal and I still can't do it. I must be doing something wrong. I'm gonna email you so I can get the steps again.

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  19. Hello Mama!
    You did an amazing creation. Super GREAT JOB! Love it!
    -Sony
    sonia-studio60.blogspot.com

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Thanks for stopping by! I appreciate all the kind and sweet comments that y'all leave 4 me . . . showing me some luv from your {HEART} makes me smile and want to create, inspire and ramble some more! :o)