Merry Christmas From Us

I forgot to get this uploaded to the computer yesterday. Usually I am great about making all of our Christmas cards that go out, but this year, I knew I had too much on our plate so we just did a photo card this year. So I wanted to share it, here's wishing you all a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

Merry Christmas, Day 300: Super Sketchy Sunday

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

Not only is it Christmas but it's also Day 300 at 365 Cards Challenge blog and Pam has a wonderful new sketch posted to play along with... Check it out:
Here is my take on the sketch. and yup I made a Christmas card to match the day, I couldn't resist:
I pop dotted the sentiment and added a fun snowflake:
I added LOTS of stitching on the cards with several different brads:
Hope you and your family have a VERY Merry Christmas!!! and a very Happy New Year!!

Altered Baby Headband

The other night, I had Chorley all dressed up and thought she just needed something girlie to go with her outfit.. so I thought.. hmmm I'll just make her a flower headband...

Here is the upclose of the layered flower. I used the large cream one on the bottom, a red poinsettia in the middle, then a crocheted cream flower on top, with a brad going through the center to hold it together:
Then I added some lace trim for the headband and sewed it together:
And here she is:
I can't wait to make more scrappy projects for Chorley to wear....

Sketches In Thyme #64 Double Pager

I always LOVE the push to do a double page layout!!! It really makes me use those photos and plan out my embellishing a bit more. So this week's 2 pager at Sketches in Thyme for Sketch #64 is perfect!!! love how the sketch is set up... I used some Christmas photos from last year since it's December and all. I also used the October Afternoon's Holiday Style line, which I have to say is gorgeous!!!!

Here is the sketch:
My left side:
Right side:
And the decorated tree and presents...
Hope you get the chance to play along... there is a wonderful prize from Memorable Seasons!!!!

Day 293: Super Sketchy Sunday

Pam has a cool new sketch posted for Day 293 at 365 Cards Challenge blog.. It's got lots of fun layering on it too, to play around with. Check it out!!!

Here is my take on it, I used some Echo Park Everybody Loves Christmas from last year. I just adore that cute lil snowman too....
I "blinged" up my snowman:
And added a ornament with some bling too... I like my bling...
Hope you have a happy, scrappy Sunday!!!!

Sketches In Thyme # 63 sketch

Well it's my first week as the MAVEN, over at Sketches in Thyme and here is my take on the latest sketch for Sketch # 63.... check out how fun this sketch it... I LOVE the star...
Here is the sketch:
I used the Bella Blvd Boys line for this page... I'm always on the lookout for great boys paper... The photos are of Austin and his cousins on their recent trip here for Thanksgiving. It's hard because we used to live just 10 minutes from our cousins, for 7 years. Now they live about 4 hours, and the kids just LOVE their time together, but get soooo sad when it's time to leave. Makes me remember how it was when my cousins would come visit, that lived 4 hours away.
I added some fun clouds and stars:
Some paper strips and brads:
The prize for the month is from Memorable Seasons, a GREAT store!!!! So make sure you play along and link up your take on the sketch before Dec 31...
Hope you have a scrappy weekend!!!!

ScrapFIT #58 - Mini Pics

This week ScrapFIT's workout is sooo much fun...

Workout #58- Mini Pics

It seems when something is smaller than normal size it makes it better or cuter! For this Workout you will need to work with Mini Pictures! They need to be wallet size or smaller – you can have any many or as few as you would like.

I used some photo strips from my prints order. It's a great way to put a TON of photos from an activity in one place on one page... Our family went to Hermosa Beach over Thanksgiving, the weather was perfect, the sun was shining and it was a gorgeous day!!! how could I not take a TON of photos!!! So here I was able to get them all on one page!!!

I highlighted a few of my favorite photos but outlining them with my sharpie:
I used Comso Cricket's Togetherness line for this page and added a few fun embellies:
The winner for Workout #58 will receive this WONDERFUL 'Old School' kit by Pink Paislee!!! from the sponsor Paper Lovelies.
You will have until December 31st to link up your layout or project to the Mr Linky on the ScrapFIT blog for a chance to win!

Day 286: Super Sketchy Sunday

Well I can't believe it's already Sunday and a whole new week!!!! This past week, flew by and we had an unexpected and wonderful blessing come into our lives. I was actually scheduled to have our baby on the 15th, and my due date wasn't until the 22nd... but this lil one wasn't waiting around, so she arrived on Dec 7... that's right, early!!! So this week has been VERY busy and exciting for our family.

Pam posted a cool new sketch for Day 286 at 365 Cards Challenge Blog to plat along with.

I created this Christmas card for it, and used some Echo Park's Everybody Loves Christmas line for my card.
I created a banner from the Christmas trees on the patterned paper and added a twine banner:
Popped on a bit of bling:
Hope you have a super week!!!!

I'm a Sketches In Thyme Maven!!!!!!

I've got some SUPER exciting news!!! I'm the latest Sketches In Thyme Maven added to the team!!! I'm soooo excited, and been playing along there for abit now, and am honored to be apart of the team!!! hope you will come on over and play along too!!!

ScrapFIT is looking for it's new round of ScrapFIT Girls!!!!

You'll want to check out this DT call, it's SUCH a fun team to work on!!! Good luck!!!

ScrapFIT Design Team Call

February 2012 – July 2012

Submission Deadline – January 1st

ScrapFIT (www.scrapfit.blogspot.com) is a growing scrapbook challenge blog that will give you a real workout! We have 2 workouts (challenges) per month and they are sure to push you out of your comfort zone and inspire you to try something new! We are looking for 10 fun and creative designers (aka -FITgirls!) for our next term!

FITgirl Requirements:

*You must have an active blog
*You must be commit to 2 layouts per month based on our challenges
*A person who enjoys inspiring others
*Someone who is committed and turns in projects on time
*Someone with enthusiasm about ScrapFIT and their challenges and the dedication to help promote ScrapFIT through their own blog and other site they participate in.

What To Expect From ScrapFIT

*Although this is not a paying gig we can help spread the word about your scrapbooking awesomeness!

*A special FITgirl blinkie for your blog

*Your photo, name and link to your personal blog on the main ScrapFIT webpage!

*A great addition to your scrapbook resume

*All of the challenges will be giving to you at the start of your term so that you have plenty of time to work on them when you have the chance.

*A fun and relaxed group to work with.

To apply please send the fallowing information to scrapfit@twcny.rr.com by January 1st:

Please put ScrapFIT DT Call in the subject line

1) Name
2) Address
3)Email Address
4) Link to your blog and/or online gallery
5)List of other Design Teams past and current
6)3 examples of your best work. Let us see your style!
7)Tell us why you would be a good fit for our team!

8)A little bio about your –if you are chosen this would be your introduction bio.

Winners will be announced on January 6th. GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!

Day 279: Super Sketchy Sunday

Pam just posted a GREAT new sketch to start your Sunday off right for Day 279 at 365 Cards challenge blog!!! You'll have to check it out and play along.

Here's my take on the sketch, I used Crate's Toy Box line and made a masculine birthday card. This one was made specially for my dad, who just had his birthday this week, which meant there was angel food cake involved so I was a VERY happy camper too.
I did layers of tearing at the top of the card:
Popped on some stars, bling, and blue alphas for the sentiment:
Hope you have a happy Sunday!!!!

December 25 Card

I am always up and LOVE LOVE the challenge of making a non traditional color Christmas card. I always enjoy using pinks, lime greens, aqua, etc.. There's just something kinda fun about not using the typical red and greens that everyone uses. So I jumped on Paige's challenge at the Create blog to use non traditional colors for a Christmas card. I used pinks, purple and some aqua.
I also placed on ornament on the card to play along with the Paper Variety blog's challenge: use an ornament on your paper project. I used bling on mine
I evened used a not totally typical sentiment on the card too.. guess I'm kinda feeling rebellious.. LOL :)

ScrapFIT Workout #57- Word of the Year

WOW!!!! where did 2011 go? I can't believe we are coming to the end of another year!!! I feel like I just picked my word for 2011.. which was focus. And I think I made sure that was what I did too.
The challenge at ScrapFIT for Workout #57 is: What single word best describes how you want to embrace the new year? Here is your chance to think about how you want to change, improve, create, define or challenge the new year!
My Word I choose was : TIME.....
Take TIME to enjoy each and every moment ( esp with a new baby coming, I don't want to miss out on anything)
Take TIME to listen,
Take TIME to play, to laugh, to smile,
Take TIME to take care of my family.

I used October Afternoon's Farmhouse line for this layout.
Sprinkled the page with buttons:
And added a bit of ribbon:
The Sponsor for Workout #57 is PAPER LOVELIES.... and check out their cool prize:
Hope you play along and can't wait to see what your WORD is for the upcoming year....