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Thursday, March 17, 2011
If you're looking for the Shimmering Shamrocks Blog Post click here.

Happy St. Patrick's Day and welcome to the 
Lucky Leprechaun St. Patrick's Day Blog Hop
Hosted by Nicolette from Beyond Scrapin
   
If you have arrived here from my blogging buddy and good personal friend Ann's blog, Yours TruLee 
you are hopping in the right direction. If you just happen to be visiting and would like to hop from the beginning you can start at Nicolette's blog.

I was super excited to be a part of this blog hop. So much so that I did my project weeks ago when Nicolette asked me to participate. I knew exactly what I wanted to do and had had it running in my mind for a few weeks prior to that.

I LOVE to make something for my front door every month (many of my followers already know that because I have shared some of those projects before. So, this month I just HAD to use my Simply Charmed cartridge. It has 2 of the cutest little leprechaun's you ever did see. Take a look, I'm sure you'll agree with me....

Come on now....I know you are in love aren't you? LOL 
This handsome little fellow came out just as I had imagined. 
I cut each layer out of chipboard (aka cereal boxes) and then colored cardstock. I welded and cut the word LUCKY & the pots of gold using my Gypsy (my new love). 
I used fishing line to attach the sentiment and the leprechaun. I also used magnets (which were free advertisements I had received at the Auto Show) to adhere him to the door. 
I wish you could see the fine detail here...
I used Stickles to bling out the gold and I free handed the horseshoes. 

 
Mr. Lucky Leprechaun here has some fine detail that I don't think comes across in this picture as well as I would like so I'll give you the deets....
His hair, eyebrows and his beard were distressed with sandpaper. 
His hat buckle and his button is blinged with Stickles as well as the black band on his hat along with his shoes. 
His jacket and pants have faux stitching.

He's been happily hanging on my door for about 3 weeks now. Isn't he handsome? He's my new boyfriend. LOL
I hope you enjoyed my project. :) I know I sure did.

Your next stop on this hop is the talented Jennifer from 
But wait before you go.....I wanted to tell you about the blog candy. (YUMMY) I will be giving away a $10 gift certificate to either Michael's or JoAnn's (your choice).
To be eligible please leave a comment (you don't HAVE to be a follower but I would love it if you were :) and tell me what kind of home decor projects do you like to make yourself as well as an email address I can contact you should you be the lucky winner. 
Random.org will be picking a winner for me on Monday 3/21.

Thank you again for stopping by. I hope you enjoy your St. Patty's day and enjoy some good old fashioned Corned Beef or Ham & Cabbage. 

Keep Kreating, 
Erin

44 comments:

Christy said...

This is super cute. I do love this little guy. I really like embellishing 3D shadow boxes, they make great gifts and home decor. I like to use hangings for my office door at work but haven't made any. You've just inspired me to give that a go. Guess I'll be making something Easter or Spring related this weekend. I'm already a follower. :)

Christy
http://christybladehandmade.blogspot.com

The first poster never gets chosen from random.org, so I don't think you'll need my email address. :)

Bunnyfreak said...

I havn't done any home decor yet, but what to do wall art.

Kathryn said...

I want one!!! This is so great and just Green all the way. TFS

abusybee - DoubleClick Connections said...

This is so adorable! I make a cricut cut for every holiday and attach it to a headband for my daughter. She loves it! Already a follower! abusybee24atcoxdotnet

Josie0602 said...

He is cute!!!I am like you ...I love making something holiday related to display in my home. I usually make a layout type project and put it in a 12 x 12 scrapbook frame and then I display it on an easel in my kitchen.
Thanks for the chance to win!!
Tracy
jtg0398 at sbcglobal dot net

Leah said...

I love your little guy ... so cute. Far as home decor type things. I've made blankets for each room, bedroom & living room. I have altered a clock, because the way it was from the store was boring LOL. I've made signs for my son's room. I like to make holiday things for the doors. I'm already a follower. Thank you so much for the chance to win!!! :)

Leah
www.leahscarddesigns.com

Saundra said...

Your leprechaun is adorable, Erin! He looks like he was really fun to make. My favorite decor item to make would have to be banners. I love them.

Hugs,
Saundra
Luvscrappingtogether at gmail dot com

scrapstampcrazy said...

I love your wall hanging. It came out so cute!

Trisha said...

Fabulous door decoration. Wish it was hanging on my door. I like to make banners for different holidays. Happy St. Paddy's Day to you all and Luck Be With You. Thanks for sharing and I am a follower. patnbobcuddy at gmail dot com
http://trishacreates.blogspot.com

Sugarlips said...

That is so adorable!! I love it. I haven't made too much for home decor. yet.

iluvkatie74 at yahoo dot com

Vicki said...

Adorable. Great details. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win. I haven't done any home decor projects yet, but have tons of ideas from blog hops. Already a follower.

vwilson577 at yahoo.com
http://scrapbookingcreationsbyvicki.blogspot.com/

Molly said...

I am in love with this guy and want to make him right now! I love making home decor projects, it is one of my favorite things to do! my favorite is anything i can incorporate photos into, as i have so many of those, too!

Babe O'Mara said...

Your little guy is so cute. I'm like you, I have a decoration on my door for all occasions. I love changing the wreath to suit the season. I'm a new follower. Thanks for a chance to win.
Happy St.Patrick's Day!!!

Babe
youiesmom@att.net

Pammejo said...

Wow!!! Your Leprechaun door hanger rocks. Love all of the details in it. I am a follower and really enjoy visiting regularly. TFS

pammejo1@yahoo.com
http://pammmejo-scrapbookflair.blogspot.com/

Pamela Lash said...

Too cute - I love the face - TFS!
pam_lash at yahoo dot com

Unknown said...

Such fun! I used the same cut for the card for this hop---it's nice to see my little guy all *grown up* and big--he's a doll! I'm a follower--you can find me at ksjennings at gmail dot com and/or www.kareljcreations.com

Krista's Paper Cafe said...

I like him on the door--that is fun!

KristaIn MN at gmail dot com

Unknown said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS!!! It looks even better than it did on my phone! GREAT job Erin! Enjoy the corned beef for me!
Yours TruLee
Ann Marie

Nicolette said...

Very cute!! Love your door hanger. It is very cute. Thanks so much for being in my first blog hop. Happy St. Patrick's Day.

www.beyondscrapin.blogspot.com
beyondscrapin@aol.com

Hannah's Stampin' Nana said...

careful, I may just steal your boyfriend.. he is so darn cute, cute idea :-) glad you are part of the hop, TFS

shelley

lostnwa98 at frontier.com

Perfectly Unperfect Cards said...

So cute Erin :D Thanks for sharing the NEW man in your life :D

Lillian Child said...

Adorable Mr. Lucky! Thanks for sharing!

http://lillianchild.blogspot.com
lillianchild at cox dot net

Jae said...

SO CUTE! Great door hanging! I haven't made any home decor items...just cards and scrapbook pages...for now! TFS!

lovescrapreflect said...

love this hes so adorable nice job calebwmartin@yahoo.com

Becky Dunham said...

Darling door hanging - I really need to start doing some things to hang on my door :) I have not done a lot of home decor, but recently I finished some shadow boxes for my niece's new baby's room and I loved them so much, I think I will do more! You can see them if you want at bloglessinutah.blogspot.com

rebeccadunham at hotmail dot com

Sherri said...

super cute project! for my home decore, i like to alter frames :)
sherric103 at aol dot com
crafty1mommy.blogspot.com

Scrappin' Sista said...

Cute project Erin. I want to make some plaques for my house. I don't do much decorating. LOL!!! Soon though. Great job. TFS and such wonderful inspiration.

Christel (Scrappin' Sista)
http://onescrappinsista.blogspot.com
askscrappinsista (at) hotmail (dot) com

Unknown said...

What a great project. Love all the bling and stitching you did. TFS.
Debbie
http://craftywizard.blogspot.com
debbie_craine at hot mail dot com

Unknown said...

I love your project. I am a follower and thanks for sharing. Dee:)

karensk said...

I also enjoy making a welcome doorway art.Send a bit of your gold this way.
I am a follower
Thanks for sharing
karenk 3 at ameritech dot net

Angie said...

Haven't done too much home decor. would love to do a wall saying. peach_n_peach at hotmail dot com

AmyJRockstar said...

I am just starting my home decor! I am going to make lots of 12x12 framed art from gorgeous scrapbook fashion paper to put in my new scrapbooking room! I will be making lots of these and selling them too! Love your project. Thanks for the chance to win!
XO ~ Amy Jo (follower)
amyjrockstar at gmail dot com
http://lv2scrapandfibrofacts.blogspot.com/

P.S. Did I win blog candy from you a long time ago by chance?

Janet said...

What a terrific idea He is so cute Love it
http://ladyluvbug.blogspot.com/

Scrappers' Ranch said...

Hey Erin

Oh, this is just tooooo cute, and such a perfect boyfriend, VERY QUITE... thats priceless! LOL. I do love the sandpaper technique you used.
I love making all kinds of home decor, right now, I am having fun make different wall hangings and distressing old wood for everything..
I am already a follower of your blog
TFS
Bonnie
http://ascrapabove.blogspot.com
ascrapabove at aol dot com

Ellen Jarvis said...

Erin Go Bragh, Erin! Your boyfriend is PERFECT! Guards your door, looks cute, hangs around when you want him, and doesn't stray! LOL

I like to make floral pomander balls for my house, out of paper.

I am a new follower!

TYFS, and for the opportunity to win blog candy.

Fondly,
Ellen ♥ CardMonkey
www.cardmonkey-business.blogspot.com
cardmonkey@comcast.net

LesleyfromWI said...

This is super cute. I love how you hung him on the door. I love any kind of home projects. It is my favorite thing to see on blogs! TFS
lfuchs1 at wi. rr. com

Theresa said...

I love love love this little guys pants. Such great detail!
TFS
Theresa
tmdettloff@gmail.com

Unknown said...

OH my gosH!! I saw him and said awww I love that...
kacee
mcvicwif@yahoo.com

scrap mama said...

Cute idea! I love to decorate my girls rooms with neat different crats nobody else has
Carie
carienerik@hotmail.com

CrazyHomeCrafter said...

Cute Leprechaun!!
TFS
CrazyHomeCrafter@yahoo.com
http://creativehandiwork.blogspot.com/

marciae said...

Your boyfriend is adorable. As for my projects, I'm just starting and getting ideas. So far i'm into cards, but trying to get going scrapbooking too. Thanks for a chance in your drawing.

Marcia
melehtola1@gmail.com

Cyndi S said...

He is absolutely adorable. Who would not want to be greeted by him.
cstephenson at q dot com

Minta's Creations said...

He is just adorable! is he one of the blog candys? Love him...
Minta

mintab@gmail.com
http://mintascreations.blogspot.com/

lanejoy1 said...

Love the little guy. Just started following you tonight but already am enjoying your blog.

lanejoy1@windstream.net

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