Thank you so much for participating in the Crazy Days of Summer Sweet Summer Finale. The photos that came pouring in last week were so much fun to go through. From the looks of it, everyone had a fabulous summer.

Trips to the beach. Fourth of July parades. Picnics. Barbecues. Jumping off of waterfalls.

So many memorable summer moments, so little time.

Speaking of time, let’s not waste anymore. We’ve got Top Five Pics to share, a big announcement to make and a huge $200 photography and scrapbooking prize pack to award to one lucky Crazy Days of Summer participant.

Without further ado, here are our favorite photos of the week. In no particular order of course.

Top Five Pics of the Week:

Submitted by: love, life & pictures

Submitted by: Naptime Momtog

Submitted by: Ramblings and Photos

Submitted by: Captivus Living

Submitted by: My Reflection of Something

Today marks the official end of the Crazy Days of Summer Photo Challenge. Our summer challenge may be coming to an end, but we’ve got something new and exciting in store.

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be hosting the Shades of Autumn Photo Challenge, aimed at capturing the beautiful shades of Autumn, along with Alicia (of Project Alicia) and Rebecca (of Bumbles & Light). Not experiencing fall in your part of our world just yet? No problem. Our photo challenge is set up so that everyone can participate, no matter the season. The Shades of Autumn Photo Challenge will begin on October 7th. Head on over to my Autumn Photo Challenge page for a complete list of themes and rules. I can’t wait to see your colorfully inspiring photos.

And finally, the moment that you’ve all been waiting for…

The winner of the Crazy Days of Summer Sweet Summer Finale $200 Photography and Scrapbook Giveaway is:

Cori of Cori’s Big Mouth

Cori’s prizes include:

• $40 gift certificate to My Four Hens Photography Shop
• $40 gift certificate to Weeds & Wildflowers Design
• Enrollment in Willette’s Family Joy photography class
• A gorgeous camera strap from And Then She Snapped
• A customizable photo album from Designs by Life-n-Reflection
• A blog makeover from Gracely Designs
• Digital banners and paper packs from Lilly Bimble

Congratulations, Cori and thanks again to all of our sponsors.

Disclosure: The winner of our $200 prize pack was chosen via random.org.