Thursday, October 27, 2016

"The Art Of Friendship" and a blog hop with prizes!



 Welcome to my blog and to
 Gecko Galz 6th Annual Blog Hop!
read on about the hop and then make sure to view the photos to see what I created!
Hello Everyone!
We want to welcome everyone to the
 Gecko Galz 6th Annual Blog Hop
This is your Eighth stop on a wonderfully Wicked Blog Hop!
We have 16 AMAZING blogs for you to visit this weekend, each with some gorgeous projects created using the Gecko Galz collage sheets that we are giving you for FREE! Each blog you visit will have another free Gecko Galz Collage sheet for you to down load, the one here is"The Art Of Friendship".

Also make sure you leave a message on each blog site you visit and on the last blog there will be a phrase that you will email to us to be entered in our drawing for a wonderful treat pack.  So sit back, relax, take your time and enjoy the hop!
We have FOUR amazing prizes up for grabs:
·        First is a Gecko Galz shopping spree for $100!
·        Second prize is a $50 Shopping spree with Gecko Galz.
·        Third prize is a $25 shopping spree!
·        And our Grand Prize ONE FULL YEAR of Gecko Galz PRODUCTS!!! This includes the 6 new collage sheets each quarter, a new stamp set each quarter, a new paper pack each quarter!

 This is a $100 value!

First of all, you will need to visit all 16 blogs and leave a comment on each blog :) **This is important so we know you have been to all the blogs **. Collect the phrase at the end of the hop on the Fripperies and Butterflies site there will be a link to email the phrase to Gecko Galz.
This enters you in the contest. On October 31st we will randomly draw the 4 winners and email each of you, then we will post the winning names on the Gecko Galz blog site.

For an extra chance to win make a purchase from the GECKO GALZ ETSY STORE between the 27th of October and the 30th of October and your name goes in again for a better chance of winning (each purchase you make that weekend gives you another chance to win)
Please enjoy this free Gecko Galz Collage sheet
             “The Art Of Friendship”
Hop on and have fun visiting each blog-good luck everyone!

Gecko Galz

Gerri Herbst

Barbara Bird

Nancy Smith

Lena Hermanson

Dana Tater

Michele Storms

Jackie Neal- You are here!

Vicki Romaine

Margaret Ashby

Tracy Sagriff

Katie Lamb

Heather Hudson

Marilyn Hughes

Patti Fisher

Leanne Seed
If you did not start at the Gecko Galz Blog you might want to start there so you will not miss a thing!



 On to my pieces made for the hop.
my sheet is "The Art of Friendship" so I thought what not a better way to use this than to create a friendship book for my dear friend Sherie!
 These are my pages...
a bit of humor added with mini me's and something very fishy going on...heeheee
True friends...
this friendship quote is so true...
and yes,she does sparkle!
Love you Sherie
❤❤❤
another piece I made using the same Friendship sheet-
getting into the holiday spirit!
 and one more


Thanks so much for your visit-hope you have enjoyed your stay and will leave a comment or visit again soon! 
hugs,Jackie

Products used:
Gecko Galz Graphics~The Art of Friendship

Other Graphics from~
Red Lead Paperworks~She Sparkles Stencil
RetroCafeArt~German Dresden,Mini Arch Window
DecoArt Products
All Paint and Mediums~







64 comments:

rozwillster@gmail.com said...

Wow...fantastic book...your friend will love it!!

Valerie-Jael said...

What a FAN*TAS*TIC book, love it! Hugs, Valerie

Unknown said...

Your book is AMAZING Jackie, I absolutely loooove it! I just adore your art my friend!!! Big hugs, Sanda xxx

Anonymous said...

What an amazing book Jackie I love how vibrant it is and the use of the images is breathtaking

Win Dinn, Artist said...

What an extraordinarily beautiful gift, Jackie. The images are gorgeous, and Sherie is a VERY lucky lady. Not only does she become the recipient of the artwork, but she has a wonderful friendship wrapping her in love. Well done, m'lady! xo

SewPaperPaint said...

Jackie, your journal is just beautiful! I adore the cover!!! Hugs, Autumn

Nancy said...

Wow! Your friendship book is fantastic, Jackie! Thanks very much! :o)

Dorthe said...

Jackie, I can tell you had so much fun, while creating this amazing book for your friend. It is so happy in every way, and filled with joy and friendship, -such wonderful use of the Gecko Galz sheet.
(Is it free for everyone ? )
Happy weekend to you , friend !!
xoxo

MsMad said...

nice gift for a friend !!

Zsuzsa Karoly-Smith said...

Awesome collage sheet - I'll be visiting all the other blogs for more freebies! yay! Love your friendship book, Jackie - so magical! I'm sure Sherie will absolutely adore it too! xx

Karenliz Henderson said...

Oh Jackie it's beautiful. Love every page. Sherie will love and cherish it forever.

Carol Salisbury said...

Wonderful book!

Trudi said...

Such a wonderful gift! Love your work!

Katie said...

Beautiful projects and love the bright colours

Carolyn1217 said...

Beautiful art journal.

Karen P said...

Stunning journal and pages, love those bright colours. Thank you for the blog hop and images too x

It'sMe said...

The the journal and pages are fantastic. I can see from the cover you made it with me in mind Ha ha.Thank you for the hop and collage sheet. x

Judy V said...

Great hop and projects! Love your friendship book! Thanks for the collage sheet!

froebelsternchen said...

Those friendship journal is just ADORABLE Jackie! Wow!

love
Susi

christi said...

love your ornaments and the book is super cute. thanks for the collage sheet.

Kin Johnson said...

Oh Jackie, this is absolutely wonderful! Sherie is a lucky lady and I'm sure she loves this incredible creation. I love the quote on the cover and I love the quote about friendships formed in a creative spirit. I may have to borrow that quote and post it! The images are gorgeous. I really enjoyed your post!

Brenda McGregor said...

Jackie, Your friendship book is beautiful beyond words.

Tristan Robin said...

Terrific journal/book - love all the images and techniques you employed!

Thanks!

2amscrapper said...

You really rocked this hop!

Unknown said...

How incredibly loved and cherished your friend must have felt Jackie. What a BEAUTIFUL and HEARTFELT booklet. Each page was very special and done so well. Loved the page with the two of you together too! Such a creative and lovely project. Xj.

Sande said...

Gorgeous journal and how lucky is your wonderful friend. Beautiful images and thanks for sharing them. The Christmas one reminded me of those beautiful tree toppers from the 1950'a and the only thing missing is the angel hair.

Annette said...

Hi Jackie always a treat to see what you have created. Enjoyed the blog hop, I didn't really play didn't see the secret words or whatever but I did win. I got to see the art work and got some pretty ciggies Good for me. love ya

ShelbyDoodle Designs by Nancy Smith said...

Great job Jackie! Amazing! This book is so vibrant and beautiful!

Aimeslee Winans said...

Beautiful work! xoxo

Bev said...

Your book is stunning Jackie such a wonderful gift...

Penny said...

Thanks for the blog hop, Penny

Carole J said...

WOW!! Jackie, everyone should have a friend like you! Sherie must be over the moon with the journal you made for her! It is exquisite. I love the mixed media backgrounds for your digital images and your quotes are beautiful and heartfelt. Absolutely gorgeous! The Christmas ornament is oh- so sweet, too - I love it. Thanks for sharing your inspiration and talent. A wonderful post! Thanks too for the "Art of Friendship" collage sheet. x

SiskiyouSue said...

Gorgeous! Lucky friend to receive your journal! Beautiful work.

yukionna said...

I must say, you are a 'Colorful' person. Your work just makes me smile; the details are so inspiring. Thanks for this little ray of sunshine!

Holly M said...

Oh My Goodness! Your friendship book is fabulous, and very inspiring. I want to make one for my best friend, who I haven't seen in almost 40 years but talk to or text every day. I like your style, girl!

KT Fit Kitty said...

Your friendship book is AMAZING! Wow! I really enjoyed this and your friend must have been blown away! What a wonderful gift! I love your ornament and decor item too - you are very creative - I would love to know how to make things like this! Thank you for the collage sheet! I am having fun on the hop!

Michele said...

your friendship book takes my breath away! it is so delightful and full of whimsy as well! beautiful christmas pieces as well. thanks for the lovely collage sheet! xo

Redanne said...

Your friendship book is an absolute delight and I love the quote - it is so true!! Hugs, Anne xx

Granmargaret said...

Lovely work. A wonderful gift.

Carol said...

Fab makes Thank you x

Barbara DeLisle said...

wonderful, so much fun-thanks for sharing

ArtyDiva said...

...Yes, I am truly blessed! This is a beautiful reminder of what Jackie and I share. I have it right in front of me at work, so I can look at it daily. She has touched my heart and life in many special, endless ways. Artistically speaking, she is my true inspiration. Sharing the common bond of creating in all sense of the word. Which means "collecting" treasures too. We are on the same page, which tickles me. I glow when I'm with her, Riley, and my Chumski at my Zen home in New York. Thank you Jackie dahlink, for all you are to me! <3

Felix the Crafty Cat said...

Genius Jackie, love it to bits. Happy crafting, Angela xXx

Txcowgirl said...

Wonderful theme and designs thanks for sharing.

vlchristensen said...

What a great gift!

ccriscat said...

exquisite designs and cards

~*~Patty S said...

It takes one to know one dear Jackie and you certainly do sparkle yourself Missy!
That is a precious book you created with so many colorful and fun details ♥ something fishy going on LOL!
Looks like a great blog hop.
I have been missing from blogland lately.
Just so much going on on various fronts it is challenging to focus just now.
Happy beginning of the weekend you creative energizer bunny you
oxo

denthe said...

That friendship book is gorgeous, the bold colours and the little laughs ... :-) Your friend will LOVE it!

Kim's Kreations said...

Love the mixed media art. Great idea to make a friendship book. I would love to recieve such a book myself. I will diffently be scraplifting this idea.

APG Jamie said...

this collage sheet is amazing thank you very much

& did I mention your work is stunning

xo

Mera said...

I enjoyed all of your samples. I know that was a lot of work. I do this, too.~Mera

Mera said...

oops mera

livinglifenc said...

Thanks for the collage sheet. I love these images. Your samples are fun.

Barbara Rankin said...

Wow, Jackie, you have made a beautiful book full of gorgeous pages for your friend. She will love it!

Electra said...

Your friend is very lucky to have such an incredibly talented friend, Jackie!
Glorious samples! thanks for the wonderful collage sheet!

Unknown said...

Thank you for the collage sheets.

Sharon said...

Gorgeous and vibrant creations - so inspiring! Thanks for a great hop and the collage sheet!

Darlene K Campbell said...

Whoa, look at all of your friends participating. I LOVE those Christmas pieces. My favorite!!

Rene said...

Love your vibrant projects!
Thanks for the sheet & a great hop!
Hugs
Rene

Dana Tatar said...

Wow! This project is amazing! The color and texture is fantastic. Thanks for the inspiration!

DonnaMundinger said...

what a fabulous friendship book! I'm sure Sherie will be thrilled with it. (the Bad hair day page totally cracked me up). Gorgeous Christmas projects, as well. Thank you for the beautiful inspiration and sheet. xxD

aimarii said...

Friendship is always the best.♥

Shelly K. Hein-Simmons said...

WOW! Love your projects!!

sarascloset said...

What a thoughtful gift to make a very special friend! Each page is gorgeous-- particularly the one with the two of you on it! Not here for the blog hop; just wanting to see what crafty endeavors you have been up to. Unfortunately, that's all the time I have for visiting today. Big hugs, until next time!