Tenny's Crafty Life

You're Invited

2012-01-27T13:55:00.001-06:00

Just like the title says...
"You all are Invited to the Leap around the World Blog Hop"
It's quite one of a kind Blog Hop ever!!

Here's way:
1. It's a month long hop
2. There are 50 {yup 50} Blog Hop Hosts from around the world
3. There are lots and I really mean LOTS of blog candies or giveaways.

So the math...
29 days, 50 blog hop hosts, 50 awesome giveaways, 100 ways to wins them.

This amazing blog hop is organized by amazing scrappers over at Let's Scrap {go check this awesome communities full of inspirations and friendship}.

Well....Hope you all can hop along.
Mark your calender!!
Have a great weekend.

Hello Mister Layout

2012-01-25T11:00:00.008-06:00

The other day..I made another scrapbook layout.

I had a sketch to follow, but for some reason...I didn't do anything like the sketch.

I need to admit..my scrappy mojo has been on vacation for almost a week now. :D

Anyway...here's the finish layout.

It's another layout about Dustin when he was just a few months old.

I really want to catch up with his baby pictures. He has tons of really cute pictures and most of them are still in the hard drive.

My husband asked me if I only will scrapbook Dustin, and I said, "of course not".

So, pretty soon you will see layouts about my daughter.

The papers and embellishments I used on this page are mixed from different collections and companies, Authentique, Bo Bunny, October Afternoon, Amy Tan, and even Studio G.

Now...I told my mojo to come back soon. And he's here :D

More layouts to come. Check back again soon.

Thanks for visiting today.

Have a wonderful day.

Momenta D-Lite Team

2012-01-24T22:54:00.004-06:00

Super excited to share with you a great news.

This year I will be joining Momenta D-Lite Team.

Momenta has invited a bunch of wonderful scrappers to provide feedback on products, helping to ensure that every product meets the highest standards for quality and design, as well as providing insight to help Momenta share future products!

I was thrilled to be invited and to be a part of this team. And of course...I will share with you some projects using wonderful Momenta products. So stay tuned!!!

Now...that's not all.

Have you ever heard about their "Design Your Own Stickers"? It's really cool.

If you haven't heard..watch the video below then request a FREE set.

Send your name and postal address to

social@mymomenta.com

Well..thanks so much for stopping by today.
I definitely will see you all soon.

Little Firecracker Layout

2012-01-19T16:10:00.001-06:00

I know it's been awhile since my last post...

Lots of things are happening and yeah...:D {sigh...}

Lets just say....I'm having Winter Blues.

Anyway...let's not talk about Winter.

My layout today is about Summer...{the warm and sunny Summer}

It's a 4th of July layout...and also it's a double page layout.

I don't do that many 24x12 layouts...It's a little challenging to me.

However...after I made this one. I want to give a double page layout some more try.

I used a weekly sketch that I found from Let's Scrap Site.

So...here's my layout

What do you think?

I hope you say 'I LOVE it!!' because I DO!!!

Now...here's the picture of each page.

Well...I think I will be making some more double page layouts this New Year.

Just wait and see :D

Until then friends...and Have a great day!

Quality Time Layout

2012-01-09T17:02:00.002-06:00

Hello Scrappers...It's Monday...

Another new week...and I have another new layout...

So, here it is...

It's Dustin and his newborn baby sister, Phoebe...

Well....I guess..it's a short post today. I'm not a big fan of Monday.

It's like a hangover from working all weekend long, plus...lots of house chores to finish.

So..I will see you all soon.

Have a great week.

Backyard Sledding Layout

2012-01-07T10:09:00.002-06:00

Happy Saturday everyone....

This isn't my first post of the year..but it's my first layout of the year. So excited.

You know..I always scrap random pictures and this time, I scrap my son's first sledding experience.

It was about 4 years ago...

A good family friend lent us a baby sled.

And with so much snow that year our backyard was the perfect place to have that first sledding experience.

Anyway...Here's the layout

I used this week sketch challenge from Sketch Inspiration.

Well...I will be making some more layouts...{yea...that's one of the goals this year...More Layouts!!}

and will be sharing them with you all too.

So, until then...

Welcome 2012 Tag

2012-01-05T12:35:00.002-06:00

Well, hello everyone...

I hope you all had a wonderful New Year celebration.

Today is my very first post for 2012. However, this is going to be my last project as a DT member for Robin's Nest. I can't believe it has been 6 wonderful months, and I'm so fortunate to had worked with many wonderful and very talented ladies. I can't Thank You enough for the opportunity.

Anyway...here's my last project. I made a "Welcome 2012" tag.

This tag can be used in many different ways. A bookmark or an embellishment to a project.

And in my case..I used this tag as a welcome embellishment to my {new} 2012 Smash Book {yeah..I got myself a new one. I just LOVE Smash Book}.

I kinda like...{ok strikethrough that word, I LOVE} this welcome page.

Well...it might be a good bye to Robin's Nest Crews but I'm so excited for the New Year.

So...WELCOME 2012!!!

I wish you all a wonderful and creative year.

See you soon.

Happy New Year

2011-12-31T17:07:00.001-06:00

Hi everyone...

Just wanted to stop by and wish you all a Happy New Year 2012

2011 has been wonderful. I had so many awesome scrappy experience in 2011 and I'm looking forward to the whole New Year.

And lastly before I leave....73 is the number...

I counted all my layouts...and that is the number.

Thank you so much for wonderful friendship and sweet comments.

The Coffee and a Little Girl Layout

2011-12-29T15:22:00.002-06:00

So today, I'm going to share my last scrapbook layout for the year 2011.

I just can't believe that this year is almost over.

And I can't believe myself that this year I did more scrapbook layouts than the years before.

I'm going to count how many scrapbook layouts I'd done and let you all know...so stay tune!!!

Anyway....here's my layout titled 'The Coffee and a Little Girl'.

Phoebe was only {a little} over 2 years when she had the first Ice Coffee drink.

She loved it..{can't you tell from the picture? LOL}

This is also the first time I used a gray cardstock as my layout baseand I gotta tell...

I'M LOVING it!!!!

This page was made for a couple different challenges, the first one is over at Scrapbook Challenges Forum

and the second challenge is Simon Says Stamp Blog for Anything Goes Challenge.

Well...that's my last layout!! {sob..sob}

So...until then Scrappers.

Crayon Monogram Letter ~ Teacher's Gift

2011-12-21T19:29:00.002-06:00

Hello...4 more days until Christmas and I can't wait.

I'm almost done with Christmas Shopping...just need to get one more thing for my hubby.

I kinda wait until the last minute...because I can't keep the excitement a secret.

You're probably wondering...can I still get him something he wants at the last minutes...??

The answer is YES. He's a kid at heart...and getting him a present is FUN and not so hard.

Anyway...enough about that...

Today is the last day of School for Dustin. He will at home with me for about 2 weeks.

So...yesterday...I made a couple of Teacher's gifts {He has two teachers}.

Again...last minutes things..but it turned out quite nice. OOhhhh let me say...I LOVE IT!!

I made the Crayon Monogram Letter for each teacher. You might have seen this around..specially if you follow pinterest. I decided to give it a try and I'm just so happy with the result and probably will

make more for my kids.

So...here it is...{just one of them}

and some closer looks...

This is just such an inexpensive gift.

I bought 2 boxes of crayons and it only cost me .94 cents {.47/each box from Walmart}

the frame or shadow box was on sale at Michaels for $3.99 + 25% extra..= $2.99

A total of $3.93/each...How about that, right?

This isn't really necessary for teacher's gift...you can make this for your kids or even for yourself.

And like I said earlier...I made two of these. To see the other one...you can my video HERE.

I guess that's for today.

Thank you so much for stopping by.

Winter Warm Wishes Card

2011-12-13T15:46:00.001-06:00

Hello my dear scrappy friends,

It's been a little quiet here in my blog. I'm still doing my December Daily...just need to catch up a bit.

Other than that,..our lives have been a little busy during this Holiday season.

Anyway...I have a Holiday card that I made for The Robin's Nest blog.

It's so easy to make and so glittery pretty and adorable....

So, here's my card...

It didn't take me long to make this....and I have to admit that the pretty papers and the die cut embellishments do the job.

To find out more about the product I used..be sure to check my post over HERE.

Well...I hope in this busiest month of the year...you all still find some times to create and have fun.

Thanks for stopping by and take care.

"The First" Layout ~ Sketchy Thursday Challenge

2011-12-07T18:15:00.001-06:00

Ok...so a bit last minute...

I decided to a make layout for Sketchy Thursdays Challenge. It's due in a few hours...:D

When I started the layout...I was a little confused and didn't know what to do...

I've been making my December Daily in a smaller scale...so 12x12 paper was a bit shock for me earlier.

Anyway, here's my take on the current sketch challenge.

A lot of Amy Tangerine's stuff for sure ;P

Well...I guess that's for now...

My scraproom was a mess due to my 3-year old daughter scrapping with me, so I gotta clean it before

I make the next project.

Have a good one.

December Daily 2011 ~ Day 5

2011-12-06T16:33:00.001-06:00

Hello All,

Here's my day 5 page of my 2011 December Daily.

For this one, I made a 4x6 page. I want to mix it up a little bit for FUN...

On the front page {or the first picture}...I added a cork paper to give some texture and it turned really nice.

Well...be back again tomorrow.

Ohh One thing before I go,

If you're visiting my blog from Ali Edward's blog

please let me know...because I want to make sure I visit yours too.

Thanks and Have a wonderful day.

December Daily 2011 ~ Day 2, 3 and 4

2011-12-05T16:58:00.002-06:00

It's Monday...and it's super cold here.

We had Snow over the weekend and I had to work Friday and Saturday night {over nights}.

I didn't miss my December Daily..I only missed posting it here on the blog.

So, today you will see some pictures from Day 2, Day 3 and Day 4.

So far...every things are going as I planned and I really enjoy it so much.

In case you're wondering...I didn't do the foundation pages a head of time.

It's kinda scare me....Here's the question that always comes in my mind.

"What IF the foundation pages don't go well with the pictures?..."

Well....let's not wait any longer.

Here's the DD day 2.

Now, DD day 3.

Day 3 is probably my fave layout so far. Don't get me wrong...LOVE all DD my layouts,

but this one I used a patterned transparency and went really well with the pictures.

And last but not least...DD Day 4 {yesterday}.

That's my recent DD pages.

I probably haven't mentioned it, but I plan to do 31 days instead of 25. So....I still have 26 days of pages to share with you. I hope you enjoy it.

If you do...check back again soon.

Have a terrific week..

Stay warm!

December Daily 2011 ~ Day 1

2011-12-02T21:05:00.002-06:00

Here are my first day of December Daily Pages.

These are 6x6 layout. It's kinda a double page except this one is front and back.

I realized it's pretty simple...but I LOVE it!!

Anyway...see you again soon.

Tomorrow maybe? :D

Have a great weekend.

December Daily 2011 ~ Cover Album

2011-12-01T22:05:00.002-06:00

The first day of December and the beginning of a new adventure.

You must have heard about the December Daily that Ali Edwards started a few years ago.

Well, I've decided to join the FUN and start my own 2011 December Daily.

Last month...I looked and looked around for inspirations. I wasted a little time and started this album a little bit late....:D lets say I just finished the cover today...LOL.

So, here's my December Daily 2011 Album

It also took me awhile to decide the theme or colors.

I finally went with the traditional Christmas Colors, and I have to admit that I just LOVE it.

Here are some pictures of the album

Anyway....I'll be back tomorrow with the first day of December Daily.

Hope you have a terrific Holiday Season.

Can I Kiss You Layout

2011-11-30T17:54:00.002-06:00

Today, I made a quick scrapbook layout based on November Sketch over at Jillibean Soup Blog.

Here's the sketch created by Julie Bonner {always LOVE her sketches},

and here's my layout,

On this layout, I used the "Homemade 6 Bean Soup" collection. Love this collection so much! I also added some burlap tags on top. I had a hard time choosing pictures for this sketch, but finally decided to go with these cute photos of my kids when they're little.

If you're wondering about the messiness on the right side...Yup I did that in purpose.

To me, those paints makes the layout more playful.

I'm also entering this layout for Simon Says Stamp "Anything Goes" Challenge.

Anyhoo, thank you so much for stopping by.

I wish you all a wonderful and blessed December..{still can't believe

today is the last day of November}.

It's gonna be a busy month...so I hope you still find some times

to scrap and have fun.

I'll see you again real soon.

Holiday Cards Holder ~ The Robin's Nest DT Project

2011-11-29T14:31:00.002-06:00

Hello Scrappers and Friends,

I hope you all had a wonderful and FUN Thanksgiving. Ours was totally awesome :D

Now that Thanksgiving has passed....Holiday Season is finally here.

We already put out the Christmas Decorations and even the Tree is up. Christmas is fast approaching.

Are you ready?

Today, I have a project I made that hopefully will help you and me to stay organize in this busy month.

It's a Holiday Cards Holder,

This project is easy, FUN and fast to make. I actually made a video tutorial on how to make this, check it out HERE..and while you're there, be sure to enter my giveaway.

Well that's all from me today. I'll see you all soon...

Have a wonderful day.

In The Making ~ Gratitude Journal/Mini Album ~

2011-11-22T15:49:00.002-06:00

This year I decided to make a Gratitude Journal. A bit last minutes decision...but I know I can finish it by Thanksgiving day. I hope this is going to be a new family tradition...and I'm planning to have everyone in the family involve......

Anyway...to help the process of making this album fast...

I put all the stuff together...Papers, Embellishments, bits and pieces...

Here's the picture...

So excited about this...

And actually...before I blogged about this...the album itself is already done.

I just need to add pictures and write { and more writing....}I hope on Thanksgiving day I can share the finish album with you.

Anyway...did you make any gratitude journal this year? Please feel free to share it with me..I'd LOVE to see it. Thanks!!!

See you soon.

Portable Movie Layout

2011-11-21T14:09:00.002-06:00

Ok...I'm not really sure if there's even such thing called 'Portable Movie', but I decided to title my newest scrapbook layout with that.

So...here's the story {happened a few years ago},

My hubby and I were watching a movie on TV, then my {little} two kids wanted to watch their movie. Since we only have one TV, they had to use a portable DVD and watch the show. They sat on the lazy chair together and just enjoyed the film. They both looked so cute.

Anyhow...this my layout about the story.

There are times when I do not know what to title my scrapbook page...but when I come up with something

I always LOVE it!

Thank you so much for stopping by. I hope you a wonderful week.

Reading Together Layout

2011-11-17T14:35:00.002-06:00

Ok...so I've been scrapping a lot lately...:D Which is good right? LOL

There are some challenges that I'd love to play along and most of them are due by Sunday, November 20th...{yea..I'm a little procrastinator}.

Anyway, for today layout is based on a challenge over at My Creative Sketches Blog.

So here's my take,

I LOVE the way this page turned out! This is also the first time I used a black cardstock as a base.

Well...this is all for today, a short post, and hope you like my scrapbook layout!

Bye-Bye.

Showin Off Layout

2011-11-16T10:34:00.002-06:00

Yesterday, my kids and I had a crafty time together. They painted their toy cars {oh yeah...my baby girl plays cars too :D} and I made a scrapbook layout. The house was a mess and the wood floor turned brown and black. Despite all those messiness we all had so FUN playing.

I let my kids play with watercolor paints...because I, myself, was playing with them as well.

I'm a simple scrapper but occasionally I love dirty hands and messy page...

Anyway...let me show my creation....

I used my new stencil that I bought from Michaels. It's by folk art, and I love the design. They have many different choices.

This layout will be entered for a challenge over at Scrapbook Circle Blog. It's a Sketch Challenge.

I regretted that I didn't take picture of my kids playing. They were so funny and had paint all over their face. It was almost time for my hubby to get home from work...so I decided just to clean up the house and gave the kids a bath.

Well...I'm pretty sure I will do this again with the kids. Winter days like these...it's so perfect to bond with the kids and get crafty.

Thank you so much for stopping by.

See you again soon. Stay warm too!

The Numbers Layout

2011-11-14T16:17:00.003-06:00

Hi and Happy Monday Scrappers,

I did a little organizing in my scraproom a few days ago and found a layout kit that I put together. I did this a while ago and not sure why I didn't finish the project.

Anyway...I finally finished it and wanted to share. So, here it is...

These pictures were taken almost 5 years ago when Dustin was born.

I titled this "The Numbers" because it's all represent special digits about him, like ~ the time, the weight and the day he was born.

I used the older kit collection from Close To My Heart called You Rock. If you noticed the sticker on the bottom ~ The Baby Fact ~ I bought that since I was still pregnant with him.

I'm just happy that I finally did the layout :D

His fifth birthday is coming up in a few month...and I think I need to catching up with him or I will never finish his scrapbook album.

Well...I guess I will see you all soon.

Have a great week.

RN Blog Hop Winner

2011-11-07T20:42:00.001-06:00

Hi guys...

So sorry for posting this a bit late.

I've picked the winner {using www.random.org} for Robin's Nest Blog Hop...

and the winner is

Congrats Cathie!

For complete list of winners, please be sure to check Robin's Nest Blog.

Last but not least.... Thank You to everyone that left me sweet comments....I really appreciate it so much.

See you all soon.

Fall Smash

2011-11-01T14:14:00.003-05:00

Happy Tuesday dear scrappers....

It's the first day of November and I'm so excited :D A lot of things are going on in our family every November. Birthday, and another birthday, and more birthdays, then anniversary.

Oohh and lets not forget the day light saving time, and Veteran day, and Thanksgiving and last but not least Black Friday. OOpps we also will do some more yard cleaning {my kids love playing with the falling leaves} and I'm gonna do some early {scrappy} Christmas shopping {for Christmas Swap with my dear scrappy friend}.

So many things to do.....

So I decided to record the memories in this....

I bought this Smash book back in March when it's just released. It's so popular and sound {and look} FUN...I told myself that I have to have one.

I was planning to use it as a Summer Mini Book...but then when I found out I had to make my own Summer Mini Book for a DT project, I put this book away. I finally took it out and decorate the cover.

I can't wait to just play with this book.

Well...I wish you all a wonderful November days.

I know it's gonna be busy days for some of you and I hope you record those memories.

Thanks for stopping by.

Happy Fall Frame ~ Robin Nest Harvest Blog Hop

2011-10-30T23:00:00.003-05:00

Hello and Welcome Everyone to Harvest/Halloween Blog Hop with The Robin's Nest Design Team Members.

I'm so glad that you're here and I hope you're enjoying this special blog hop. Now, you must have come from Becky's Blog...:D If not...you can always start the hop right HERE {at Robin's Nest Blog} ~ You don't want to miss any blogs because we all have very treats for all of you!

So, let me share my project with you. I made a Fall Frame.

I LOVE many things about Fall...and I want to capture it on this frame.

From the colors, the falling leaves and the Harvest.

Here's all the products I used,

~ RN Glitter Leaf Paper {I cut the leaves}

~ RN Chipboard Leaves

~ RN Glitter Halloween Chipboard

~ RN Falme Dew Drops

~ RN Red Glitter Letters

Since today is Halloween... we, Robin's Nest Design Team Members, are sharing some treats for you. How about some gift certificates to spend at The Robin's Nest Store?

Be sure to hop on all Robin's Nest DT members' blogs, follow their blogs, and leave them some love {comments}. We all are giving away $15 Gift Certificate. Also, don't forget to comment on Robin's Nest Blog...because you have a chance to win the GRAND PRIZE, which is $50 GC.

Now before you go and visit Kristin's Blog...leave me a comment for your chance to win $15 GC. You have until Thursday, Nov 3rd, 2011 Midnight CST.

Thank you so much for visiting.

Have a great week and Happy Crafting.

A Brother Love

2011-10-27T15:30:00.004-05:00

Hello all,

I just finished another scrapbook layout, and this time I used the October Template from Simple Scrapper.

So, without further ado, here's my layout...

Love the clean look of this page and those pictures are priceless.

That's all for today. Thanks for stopping by.

Friends At First Sight Layout

2011-10-26T15:54:00.004-05:00

Bbbrrr it's really cold here in Lincoln, Nebraska. The weather is in the upper forties and the wind makes it even colder. I guess Winter is coming real soon.

Well, I have a quick scrapbook layout that I'd like to share with you.

This layout is part of my DT assignment for The {Paper} Trail Makers Challenge Blog, and the {second} challenge for this month is to use cardboard on the project.

I also used a sketch from Bo Bunny from the current Layout Challenge.

Here's the sketch

and here's my layout,

I used the Garden Girl collection on this project. The whole collection is just so PRETTY {LOVE it!}.

The title, "Friends at First Sight", actually came from one of the stickers {from the collection}.

Hubby and I are going to celebrate 5 years wedding anniversary in a few week. Every day I'm just so thankful that God brought him to my life. We knew each other 18 years ago...and he's truly my friend.

Anyway...I was going to give this layout as an anniversary present...but he already saw it. Now, I need another idea what to give him. {LOL} Any suggestion?

Well...until then scrappers.

Take care and stay warm,

Sunflower Tag ~ Robin Nest DT Post

2011-10-25T14:16:00.002-05:00

This month, Robin Nest designers get to play with awesome stamps from Viva Las VegaStamps.

I picked two beautiful stamps and made this tag,

I LOVE Sunflowers and so excited when I found this beautiful stamp and sentiment.

Be sure to check Robin's Nest Blog to find out the products I used and also more creations my fellow designer made using Viva Las VegaStamps.

One more thing before I forget...

Robin Nest will be doing a Harvest/Halloween Blog Hop on Monday, October 31st, 2011

There will be lots of beautiful creations to share and just in time for Halloween TREATS..{seriously...there are lots YUMMY Blog Candy}. So start your Halloween Celebration with us HERE.

Thank you so much for stopping by today.

Have a great day.

Pretty Paper Party with Shimelle

2011-10-19T18:34:00.002-05:00

I got a really nice surprise yesterday morning when I checked my email.

Shimelle Laine sent me an email saying that I'm now registered to her new class called Pretty Paper Party.

I was so surprised and excited. Then I tried to figure it out how in the world that happened...LOL.

Finally, I found out that I won a giveaway {the prize of course FREE Tuition to Shimelle's Class} over at Jen Gallacher's blog.

Anyway, this is a four-week party with lots of guests. And as you can guess this party is all about Pretty Papers. Who does not love paper right?

Anyway...to start off the party, Shimelle asked us to share our paper collection.

And here is mine,

When I started scrapbooking about 6 years ago..I basically bought any beautiful patterned papers out there. I had quite a lot of papers or lets just say I hoarded them.

Then a year ago my perspective on scrapbooking changed and now I only buy papers on the same collection {example: currently my fave line is Sidewalks from October Afternoon and I have to have every single design} hence I'm a Collection Packer.

I decided to give my old patterned papers away ~ actually donated to my son's school.

And what's left? only in that blue crate.

Here's my most recent paper hauls..and LOVE every single of them.

They're Amy Tangerine Line, OA Sidewalks Collection and Jillibean Soup Homemade 6 Soup.

Well....that's all from me today.

If you decide to join the fun and attend the party, please say HI to me.

So long and have a great rest of the week.

Choo-Choo Layout

2011-10-18T15:13:00.002-05:00

I recently joined My Scrap and More Forum. What a fun place to hang out, and currently they're hosting an event called Scrap It to Win It Sketch-a-thon, a month long occasion with lots of inspirations and prizes to grab.

Anyway, here's one of my layouts for one of the challenges.

The layout is all about Dustin and his toy trains. I used patterned papers from Echo Park Little Boy collection.

Well, I hope you can join the fun.

See you all soon.

With Gratitude Card

2011-10-15T21:36:00.002-05:00

Hi everyone....

It's been awhile....:D and hope you all are doing well.

I have a card that I'd like to share with you.

The stamp is from My Favorite Things Pure Innocence Collection and I used the weekly sketch from My Favorite Things Blog.

So, here it is...

All I can say...I'm in love with MFT P.I stamps. They're just adorable.

Well...that's all from me today.

Have a great week.

2nd New Collection from Bella Blvd ~ Spring Flings and Easter Things

2011-10-03T15:27:00.002-05:00

So....Bella Blvd releases 2 new {mid} collections.

The first one is Winter Wonderland, and the second one is called Spring Flings and Easter Things.

The second collection is just so ADORABLE and CUTE.

I know it's a bit early to think about Spring...but seriously I can't wait to get my hands on this collection.

Check this out {picture is courtesy of Bella Blvd}

You want this, right?

Again....check Bella Blvd Blog and while you're there....find out how you can win the GIVEAWAY!!

I will see you again real soon :D

Loving the NEW Bella Blvd Collection ~ Winter Wonderland

2011-10-03T15:12:00.002-05:00

Happy Monday,

I just received an email from Bella Blvd regarding their new Mid-Releases.

Let me tell you....they're just gorgeous!!!!

The first collection is called Winter Wonderland, and here's a tiny sneak peak.

{The picture is courtesy of Bella Blvd}

Isn't that just cute....

This collection is definitely in my wish list.

So...head over to Bella Blvd Blog and find out more.

They also have tons of giveaway.....{wink}

Be back soon.

A Friendship Card and Tag

2011-10-02T19:57:00.002-05:00

Hi everyone,

I just wanted to share my October {Debut} project for The {Paper} Trail Makers Challenge Blog.

I made a friendship card and tag using the newest collection from Bo Bunny Garden Girl.

I LOVE this collection so much....it's just so pretty!!

Anyway...here's my creation,

You can find and order this new collection from The Paper Trail Online Store. And also the first challenge of the month is up on the BLOG..go check it out!

Well...I wish you all a very great week.

Labor of Love

2011-09-28T23:01:00.000-05:00

Artful Delight Monthly Kit is having a Birthday Bash Celebration. And they're celebrating it with some FUN challenges and a really great prize.

So..here's the first challenge ~ Sketch Challenge

And here's my take

That's all for now.

See you all soon.

Hugs,

Spending Time with You

2011-09-27T11:00:00.004-05:00

I have a new scrapbook layout that I created for a couple different challenges.

The first challenge is from Scrap-It-Lah {Malaysian Based} Challenge Blog. I was pretty excited when I found this blog...mainly because it's an Asian Scrapbooking Blog. I remember when I was still in Indonesia I had never heard anything about scrapbooking. And now...it's the NEW Trend all over Asia.

Anyway...back to challenge :D
So this month challenge is to

Create your own mixed media background, using printed paper as a base. Be sure to include at least 3 different paint colours in whatever effects you fancy.

Also ensure that you have at least twelve words on your layout, which can include the title, date (if you want to include one) and the journaling.

I have to admit...I LOVE this challenge. It's not only FUN, but also it lets you play and experiment something different. ALSO...they have a great prize to give away which is a Studio Calico Kit {you heard me right...:D}.
Hope you join me and play along. The deadline for the challenge is Midnight, Sept 30th 2011 {Malaysian Time}

Well.. here's my layout,

Now...if you know me very well...I LOVE sketches and almost can't scrap without it.

So...I incorporated the first challenge with the sketch challenge {#7} from My Scraps and More Blog.

Some detail looks on the layout

When Dustin found this layout...he told me that he doesn't like it. I was pretty surprised...but what can you say..he's only 4 and I hope he didn't really mean what he said :D because I totally LOVE this layout so much.

Until then scrappers,

Hugs,

Halloween Treat Box

2011-09-26T18:40:00.001-05:00

Hello and Happy Monday Scrappy Friends,

Halloween is almost here...

So today I decided to make a Halloween Treat Box and this is also part of my Robin Nest DT Project.
Here it is..

The Other Side

The Side Look

I made a {picture} template for this box and wanted to share it with you.

(click on the picture to see it bigger)

- Start with 7''x8'' cardstock

- Score 2 1/2'' from all side

- Score and fold the dotted/dash line

- Cut the bold line

- The Grey areas -- you can throw this away

- Assemble the box

For the handle:

- cut 1''x10'' cardstock

- on 1'' side score at 1/2''

- fold and adhere

I stapled the handle to the box and then covered it with Fairy Dust Dew Drops.

When you're done...it's decoration time :D

I used the Glitter Halloween Eyes Paper

Halloween Glitter Ghosts Paper ~ I cut the ghosts and added dimensional glue

Lastly I stamped the words Happy Halloween and Trick or Treat on the papers.

I had FUN making this. It's easy and fast.

I'm pretty sure that I will be making more for Dustin's preschool friends.

Well...that's all from me today.

Thank you for stopping by and I wish you all a wonderful week.

Hugs,

Being One Layout

2011-09-24T17:53:00.000-05:00

Hello Scrappers,

Yesterday evening I managed to create a scrapbook layout {before I went to my overnight work}, and I'm gonna share it with you.

This layout is based on a sketch {challenge} from Basic Grey Blog.
So here's the sketch,

Isn't that a beautiful sketch? I was in LOVE with this the minute I saw it. And you need to see the Design Team samples....beautiful works.

Anyhow....here's my take on the sketch.

and some closer looks..

This layout is about my daughter's first birthday.

I used patterned papers from "Life Of The Party" collection. And the embellishments are mostly from my stash. LOVE the FUN look and feeling of this layout.

Well....I'll be back soon...I have some layouts to share....because there are lots of virtual crops going on and they have really great prizes.

Have a great weekend.
Hugs,

Thanks A Million Card

2011-09-21T21:21:00.001-05:00

Today I made a CAS card for a couple different challenges.

The first one is CAS-ual Fridays, and for this week challenge is to make a small or mini card/cards.
The second one is Less Is More, and the challenge is Anything CAS goes.

So, without further ado....here's my mini CAS card,

the inside sentiment

This card is measured 3x3 and I used a couple different stamp sets from Close To My Heart.

Love the way this card turned out...and I guess I will be making more. :D
Anyway...I'll be back soon.

Hugs,

Halloween Swap

2011-09-20T15:52:00.001-05:00

Recently...I joined a Halloween Swap hosted by bonbonscraps {aka Candy} over at YouTube.
This was my first swap with other youtubers and it was super FUN. And my partner is Rashidah ~ mmdo112800 on YouTube.

So for this swap...I had to make a Halloween layout and a Halloween Card.
Halloween theme is a bit a challenge for me....because I'm not really a big Halloween FAN.

Anyhoo....here are my creations.

I used the new Halloween papers from Doddlebug called Monster Mania, and I also added the cute Animal Monster {3D} stickers from Target.

You can watch this project live on my YouTube Channel.

Now..when I was away for the weekend, I received my swap from my other partner.
Her name is Sam and she's from England. Her YouTube Channel is samwri1984.
She did an amazing job creating a Halloween Layout for me. I just LOVE it so much because it's so stinkin CUTE.

Here it is...

I'm glad she decided to did a monster theme layout.

And here's the card she made me.

Well..I'm happy I joined this swap. I met a few new scrappy friends and was able to share my work with them too.

Thank you so much for stopping by today.
Take Care.
Hugs,

2011 Rail Fest

2011-09-19T21:13:00.001-05:00

This past weekend, our family had a weekend get away.
And here's the story..

My hubby and son both share a very fun passion {can you guess?} TRAINS..
It's actually Dustin who made my hubby addicted to trains. And now...the whole family {oh yeah, that's including ME} is Train Fanatic.

From Sept 16-18...Union Pacific Corporation hosted a Rail Fest. It's located in North Platte, Nebraska.
3 hours away from where we live...and we had to go. Everyone in our household was very excited.

Here are some pictures from the trip..

Some FUN facts that we found out during the festival:
- In 2008, North Platte was named Rail Town USA
- North Platte is the home of Union Pacific's Bailey Yard ~ the largest train yard in the world
- There are about 1500 trains pass through this yard
- Their diesel shop is as big as 3 football fields

Here's the panorama picture of the Bailey Yard

Despite the gloomy and cold weather....we HAD wonderful and fun times...and already we're looking forward to next year, 150th anniversary celebration.

Anyhow....I hope I you enjoy this.

And I will be back tomorrow with some scrappy stuff.

Thank you for stopping.

Have a great week.

Hugs,

The Other Version of Me

2011-09-13T17:10:00.000-05:00

I'm back again...
This week is the second week of school for Dustin..and everything went very well..and we all pretty much adjusted to the new schedules. Thank goodness...:D

Anyway...I just finished making a new layout. And this one is for a challenge over at Scraptastic Club Blog.
The challenge is pretty fun ~ Mix Alphas to create a title.

I think I got the best pictures to describe my title for this layout...
Well...let's just find out..

Many people have said it....my daughter looks so much like me.
So, I decided to titled this project, "The Other Version of Me".
I used a few different alphas on this. Some from American Craft {thickers}, some from Cosmo Cricket, and last but not least...the pink alphas are from Sassafrass.

We may look alike on the outside...but inside we're a bit different. However....I hope that one day she will become a scrapbooker/crafter just like me....{that way I have a partner in crime..:D}

Well....that's all for now. I'll see you soon.
Happy Scrapping.
Hugs,

You're Toadally Awesome Layout

2011-09-12T17:30:00.000-05:00

Hi Scrappy Friends....
It's Monday and it's another new week. I also have a new layout that I'd like to share with you.
This layout is one of my September projects for Robin Nest.
So...here it is,

I called this layout, You're Toadally Awesome. Because to me Dustin is always AWESOME :D

Anyway...I used a sketch that I found on A Lil Scrap of Heaven community site and it's one of their weekly sketch challenge.

For the list of products I used on this layout, please hop over to Robin Nest Blog.
And while you're there...be sure to check my fellow designers creations.

Well....Thanks for stopping by today.
Have a great week.
Hugs,

Randomness

2011-09-08T16:16:00.000-05:00

It's been awhile since I posted something. I'm still HERE. There's just a bit changes in our family routines, and I need to make some adjustments.

Yesterday was Dustin's first day as a pre-schooler. He was very excited...I was a bit nervous...his dad was very emotional {he took a half day off from work so that he could take Dustin to school}, and his sister was feeling lonely.

Here some pictures of Dustin.

When his school day was over...he told me and his dad that he had such a great time and looking forward to another day of school.

I couldn't believe how time goes by so fast. 11 years ago I came to the US to go to College...and now 11 years later I sent off my son to school. :D

Well..thank you for letting me share this randomness of life...and I will back soon with some crafty stuff.
Have a great day.
Hugs,

How Is It to be LOVED by You Layout

2011-09-01T12:00:00.013-05:00

Ok...This my second post for the day {which rarely happen...:D} and I have a scrapbook layout that I'd like to share with you.

The first day of the month is the Debut Day for The {Paper} Trail Makers Design Team Girls. And this month...my fellow designers created amazing projects for you all.

And here's my creation,

On this project, I used patterned papers from Little Yellow Bicycle {Clothlesine}, some flowers from Sassafrass, and lastly cardstock stickers from Niki Sivils {It's Raining. It's Pouring}.
You can get all these supplies from The Paper Trail Store.

When I found the cardstock sticker that said "How Sweet It Is"....I knew right away that I was gonna titled this layout...How sweet it is to be loved by you, a song by James Taylor. Since then...this song has stuck on my head...LOL. :D

Now, I have something else to share. Karen, the store owner, will be putting new products on her online store real soon. So, she decided to have a clean put sale {15% total purchase} that starts today until Monday. So...be sure to check the Challenge Blog for the CODE.

That's for today...my scrappy friends. I shall you again soon.
Have a wonderful, fun and scrappy September.
Hugs,

Friendly Critter ~ DYSU # 35

2011-09-01T09:49:00.001-05:00

Oh goodness...I can't believe that it's already September.
Anyway, Happy September :D

This week challenge over at Do You Stack Up Challenge Blog {DYSU} is about Friendly Critters.

And for this week project, I used a really cute image from Di's Digi Downloads. I'm a big fan of Di's digi images.....they are super CUTE {hint...she's sponsoring this week DYSU challenge}.So...let's not wait to long, here's my card for this week.

Yeah...I made a Winter card. I'm not looking forward to the snow just yet...but I can totally use some coldness in this warm and humid weather.
Well...I hope you join me and play along with this week challenge. You HAVE to join!!! Because we have super AWESOME sponsors for you {you can WIN some copic markers too}.

This week's Sponsors:

Copic Marker Scrapbooking
6 Copic Ciao Markers (North/South America), Martha Stewart punch (rest of the world)

Di´s Digi Designs
Winner’s Choice of 5 Digis

Bonie Bleaux Designs
$10 Gift certificate

What do you think? Great Sponsors right?

So...COME and PLAY ALONG!

Anyhoo....I'll be back later with another project. Be sure to visit me again soon.

Have a great day.

Hugs,

Look Who Turned One Layout

2011-08-29T08:30:00.000-05:00

Morning and Happy Monday,
Wow....weekend surely went by really fast. I worked over night since Friday and my oh my...I missed weekend.
And the terrible thing is {after working a couple of over nites}, I came down with a cold. Yikes...
Anyway....

I have a layout that I made for Trail Makers Challenge.
The challenge is really FUN...Make a birthday layout with no birthday papers involve.
So...here's my creation,

My trick for this challenge is to use lots of birthday embellishments {balloons, cupcake and banner}. And the result turned out really FUN!

Well, I hope you give the challenge a try. You have until the end of the month to enter.

To find more about the challenge and the prize or more inspirations from my fellow DT, check the Trail Maker Blog.

Have a great week everyone.

Hugs,

A Boy and His Toys Layout ~ DYSU #34

2011-08-25T12:14:00.000-05:00

It's Thursday and an exciting new challenge over at DYSU blog has been posted.
This week challenge is all about Boy or Man...and I surely had FUN making a scrapbook layout.
And here's my project.

Recently, Dustin is addicted to CAR2 toys and he just plays with toys all the time. He even brings some of it with him to sleep. So, I decided to capture his funny faces during his play time....and scrapbooked it. When I received this image, AJ The Race Car Driver, from The Stamping Boutique...I was so excited {just the right time ...I guess}.

Well...be sure to visit the DYSU blog and play along.
We also have another great sponsors this week.

This week's Sponsors:

Digi Darla
One Month's Membership in our Digital Stamp Club

Stitchy Bear
$10 Gift Voucher for Stitchy Stamps, Panda Bear Designs and Dezina World

Stamping Boutique
Winner’s Choice of 5 Digis

I hope to see you around.
Thanks for stopping by, Have a great week.
Hugs,

TOU Card ~ Robin's Nest DT Post

2011-08-22T15:52:00.001-05:00

Hi Scrappers,

Today..I've shared a new project over at Robin's Nest Blog. And my project is a simple Thinking of You card. Here it is...

I'm pretty sure this card will brighten up someone's day.
And this the list of products that I used.
* Honey Comb Linen Fleur Double Sided {I used the back side}
* Red Sorbet Glitter Cardstock
* Red Glitter Letters
* Winter Retreat Dew Drops
* Velvet Ribbons

Well...I hope you ENJOY this card.
I'll see you again soon. Have a terrific weekend.
Hugs,

Hanging Out Layout ~ Sassy Lil' Sketch eBook

2011-08-17T15:30:00.001-05:00

I have an exciting news to share with you today.
A local scrap buddy and also the founder of Sassy Lil' Sketch Challenge blog, Cherie Averill, just published her very first sketch eBook.

This Sassy Lil' Sketches eBook has up to 70 brand new sketches designed by Cherie herself. In this book you will find sketches for layouts with one, two, three and multiple photos.
Along with the sketches..you will also find great inspirations by many scrapbookers like you. It's just an AWESOME eBook!!!

And about a month ago, Cherie emailed me and asked me to do a layout for one of her new sketches.
You'd probably know the answer....{I said YES of course}.
So...here's my layout that has been featured on the new Sassy Lil' Sketches eBook.

Most of the products I used on this project are from Sassfrass Lass ~ Sweetly Smitten Collection.
I had so much FUN making this..

Well...to find out more about the Sassy Lil' Sketches eBook or to purchase it....just Click HERE.
If you love working with sketches...you totally will LOVE this book.

Thanks for stopping by and Have a great day.
Hugs,

Funny Little Faces Layout ~ SimpleScrapper August Template

2011-08-15T09:39:00.000-05:00

Morning and Happy Monday dear Scrappy Friends,

Just wanted to share a second layout I made for Simple Scrapper. I used another August Simple Pages that Jennifer has created.

So, here it is

This gotta be one of my fave layouts. Here why: First ~ I used my fave collection {It's The Little Thing} from Fancy Pants Design, Second ~ the SimpleScrapper template is just FUN.....and last but not least...those faces are just too FUNNY {don't you agree?}.

Anyway....that's complete all my August SimpleScrapper projects.

And before I leave....
As you may know....this month I'm guest designing for Burlap and Buttercups Kit Club..
I just want to make sure that you check the Blog for great challenges, ideas and great prize too.

Thanks for stopping by.
Wishing you all a GREAT WEEK.
Hugs,

My Other Passion ~ DYSU # 32 Challenge

2011-08-11T01:00:00.000-05:00

A new challenge {#32} over at Do You Stack Up Blog is UP. And this week challenge is all about EMBOSS IT.

And here's my project for this week.

I hardly scrapbook about myself...so...this time I decided to scrap about my other passion ~ BOOKS. I LOVE books and those pictures just captured half of my fave. And when I found out that I'd be working with the Sassy Studio image...Super EXCITED!

Ok now....you might be wondering where the 'embossed' part on my layout. The words 'BOOKS' were white chipboards then I turned them into brown chipboards using brown embossing powder.

Anyhoo...I hope you join this week challenge because we have really AWESOME SPONSORS:

This week's Sponsors:

Sassy Studio Designs
Winner’s Choice of 4 Digis

Digis With Attitude
$10 CAD (Canadian Funds) Gift Certificate

Crop Stop
Winner’s Choice of 3 Digis

That's all for today.
Have a great SCRAPPY day!
Hugs,

Backyard BBQ Layout ~ August SimpleScrapper Template

2011-08-10T13:42:00.001-05:00

Happy Wednesday dear Friends,
It's a gorgeous day here in Lincoln, Nebraska. We finally got a break from the heat waves that had been torturing us {for about 2 weeks}.

I have a layout to share with you today, and for this project I used one of the August Templates from Simple Scrapper.

The layout is called Backyard BBQ {simply}because the picture was taken when our family was having a BBQ dinner in our backyard. It was a real fun time and I'm glad I made a scrapbook layout to captured that memory.

So, without further ado here's my creation.

Patterned papers/die cut borders and die cut flowers are from Sassfrass Lass Sweetly Smitten Collection. The banners are Lili Bee Design This and That.

Well...that's my first Simple Scrapper August layout. I'll be sharing one more project later on this week.
I'll see you again soon. Happy Scrapping.
Hugs,

A Girly Note Pad ~ Robin's Nest DT Post

2011-08-08T03:16:00.001-05:00

Hello Scrappers,

How's your weekend?
Mine went by pretty fast, but I had tons of FUN.
Our family went to the County Fair for the first time and my kids really enjoyed playing at the petting zoo.

Anyway, I have a project to share with you today.

Currently, I'm working on a care package for a special little friend. She will be in first grade this school year.

So, I decided to make her a little book/ note pad.

Here's the book,

the inside looks

This note pad is super easy to put together and doesn't require a lot of time. The result is just adorable.
This is a simple and sparkly gift that every girl will love.

The products that I used are all from the Robin's Nest.
~ Shocking Pink Sorbet Glitter Cardstock
~ Little Girl Crown Glittered Paper
~ Discovery Girl Rub On
~ Princess Chipboard
~ Love Birds Dew Drops
~ Flame Dew Drop
~ Sprinkle Mini Dew

Well...that's my project. I hope you like it.
Be sure to check Robin's Nest Blog for more inspirations from my fellow DT.
You will find awesome and beautiful creations almost all the time.

Thanks for visiting.
Have a great week, and Happy Scrapping.
Hugs,

Under Construction...Be Back Soon :D

2011-08-05T13:07:00.002-05:00

It's Friday....It's Friday and It's Friday.

I'm super excited for this weekend...because it's my weekend off. YAY.
I will not be doing some crafting...but I will do a bit changes to my blog.
New design and New look. I played the new blog design around {on my blog test}last night and have figured out most of it. It should be up soon...however...if you see some error here and there...I hope you don't get confused.

I hope...by Monday everything should work as normal just in time for my August Robin's Nest project.

Well.....HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND Friends and Scrappers.

Hugs,

I {Doggy} Love You ~ DYSU Challenge # 31

2011-08-04T01:00:00.004-05:00

This week challenge{#31} over at DYSU is pretty interesting. It's "Black with A Pop of Color".

So without further ado...here's my inspiration...:D

And this week...we have {yet} another awesome sponsors.

	Copic Marker Scrapbooking 6 copic ciao marker (North/South America), Martha Stewart punch (rest of the world)
	Shelly’s Images Winner’s Choice of 3 Digis
	Through the Craftroom Door 1 year PDF subscription

So...come on and play along with us.
Need more inspirations? Check my fellow DYSU designers creations HERE.

Thanks. Hugs,

Summer Layouts ~ BurlapandButtercups August Guest Design

2011-08-03T13:30:00.003-05:00

It's Wednesday Scrappers...and I'm back today with some scrapbook layouts using the August Scrapbook Kit from Burlap and Buttercups.

I hope you all enjoyed the Guest {Blog} Post that Rachel did yesterday. I was so amazed of what she and her design team members made using August kit. They all are just GORGEOUS, don't you agree?
Thanks again Rachel for sharing them with us.

Anyway, this month I'm so honored to have been invited to guest designing for Rachel's new store.
And here are some of my layouts that I made using the current kit.

After making these 4 layouts, I still have tons of leftover papers and embellishments to use.
This is one thing that I LOVE about Scrapbook Monthly Kit ~ You're able to do so many pages and projects without breaking the budget.

To see these layouts live....check out my YouTube Channel HERE.
and to find out this month kit up close click HERE.

Thanks everyone. Happy Scrapping.
Hugs,

Burlap & Buttercups August Reveal!

2011-08-02T09:32:00.001-05:00

Hi, everyone! I'm Rachel Wagner, owner of Burlap & Buttercups ~ and Tenny very graciously invited me to write a guest post on her blog today. It's great to say hello to you all (who, I might add, have great taste since you follow Tenny's blog!). =) I was so excited when Tenny agreed to serve as our Guest Designer for August. She created some truly amazing layouts with our August kit & add-ons:

That's the kit (hit the 'Esc' key if you'd like to stop animation and drool for a moment,) ;) and here's the add-on:

Now, don't let all those splashes of pink fool you. Despite the many great feminine touches in the August kit, there are also countless possibilities for your more masculine pages, so to speak, with all of the kit's shades of blue, red, yellow, green, and beige. I challenged myself to create a girly page, along with another more "boyish" layout:

I love those Pink Paislee alpha stickers, and between our kit's Prima Whisper flowers, the white paper flowers, gems, fabric-covered brads, ruffled trim (which I used to create the yellow flower), and teal alcohol ink, the possibilities for embellished flowers are truly endless! And I cannot get enough of Simple Stories!!

Here's my "boy page":

And to give you just a couple more examples of the variety of layouts that can be created with our August kit, here are two incredible layouts created by a couple different members of our Design Team, from clean and simple to frilly and girly! Nathalie Leonelli made this first page:

And Ria Mojica made this one:

I'm dying to show you what Tenny did, too, but I don't want to steal a blog post from her, since I think she's planning on featuring her layouts another day! =) But don't miss it ~ as you know, her work is just beautiful.

Thanks so much, friends, for letting me drop in and introduce myself. And thank you, Tenny, for joining Burlap & Buttercups this month. It's so much fun working with you! Have a blessed day, everyone.

~Rachel

New Month ~ New Thing ~ A Guest Post

2011-08-02T06:00:00.001-05:00

Hi Everyone,

I'm so excited to let you know....that Rachel from Burlap & Buttercups will do a guest post on my blog today. She's the owner of a new Monthly Scrapbook Kit called {of course} Burlap and Buttercups.
I totally have no idea what she'll be sharing with you today...because she has the total control of my blog :D I know it's gonna be scrappy FUN!

So...I hope you all welcome Rachel and be sure to leave her some love. And also don't forget to check her store.

Thank you and Enjoy!
Hugs,

Birthday Card ~ Trail Makers August Project

2011-08-01T23:03:00.001-05:00

It's Monday and it's the first day of August....
Time sure flies faster that I though :D

Anyway this month, I have some friends and also my hubby who will be celebrating birthdays.
So, I decided to make yet another birthday card as my first project for The{Paper} Trail Maker Challenge Blog. Here it is,

I hope this card will give you some inspiration :D
And don't forget to check this month challenges over at The {Paper} Trail Makers Challenge Blog, it's going to be FUN!!!

See you all soon.
Hugs,

Watering The Garden ~ Sentimental Sundays # 66

2011-07-31T20:24:00.002-05:00

Happy Sunday Scrappy Friends,

If you realize...I've missed a couple post for Week In The Life 2011 project and was late posting for Sentimental Sundays. I had a busy weekend. Between Saturday and Sunday..I worked 35 hours {2 overnights}.
I'm just so tired right now....

Anyhow...
This week challenge over at Sentimental Sundays is about Garden Party.
And here's my creation,

Some close ups,

Miss Phoebe loves watering the garden this Summer and I'm so glad to capture those moments on a Scrapbook layout.

On this project ~ I used a sketch from Sketchy Thursday, and the patterned papers are from Echo Park Sweet Summertime. I also added a digi image called a little birdie told me from Robyn's Fetish. And for the sentiment, I used the dollar stamp from Michaels. It says, "Remember to stop and smell the flowers".

Thank you for stopping by and I hope you will join the fun by playing along with Sentimental Sundays.
Have a great week.
Hugs,

Tenny's WITL 2011 ~ Thursday

2011-07-29T22:00:00.001-05:00

This my Thursday Pictures for Week In The Life 2011 Project.

Play Times

What better place to nap than couch

Hugs,

Strawberries Picking

2011-07-29T17:03:00.001-05:00

Recently, I discover a really cool monthly challenge over at Two Peas In A Bucket.
The challenge is called 4x6 Photos Love.
I was very excited, because I don't usually use 4x6 size of pictures on my layouts. I always size it down. So, this challenge sounds so interesting and FUN.

So, here's my layout for June challenge. It means 6 ~ 4x6 pictures in 2 pages layout.

Those pictures were taken on Fathers' Day.
We celebrated that special event by going Strawberries Picking. It's our first time and it's tons of FUN.

The papers I used are from Cosmo Cricket Garden Variety.

Well, thank you so much for stopping by.
Have a great weekend.
Hugs,

Tenny's WITL 2011 ~ Wednesday

2011-07-28T23:51:00.001-05:00

Here's my Week In The Life 2011 Project for Wednesday, July 27, 2011.

Getting cozy while watching Sesame Street.

Going to pick up Papa at work and drop off Mama at work.

Dustin was so tired and fell asleep.

The next few pictures were taken at Applebee's.

After hubby and kiddos picked me up from work, we decided to get some late snack

at nearby Applebee's

Both kids wanted to sit with me, because they said they missed me :D

The little version of me, Miss Phoebe

Hubby, Leo, with his chicken wings. They're only 39 cents a piece. LOL :D

And that's the end of Wednesday. See you again soon.
Hugs,

Thinking Of You Card ~ DYSU Challenge # 30

2011-07-28T10:07:00.004-05:00

It's Thursday and It's the new Challenge {# 30} over at Do You Stack Up {DYSU} Blog.
And this week challenge is all about

And here's my card,

A bit about the card. The Koi image I used is from GingerLoft and I colored it using my brand new prismacolor pencils {yay...:D just in case you're wondering...before I used RoseArt colored pencils to color my images}.
Now about the background ~ one day my hubby came home from work and brought a big package. And all I cared about was the long bubble wrap :D So, for this background...I painted a bubble wrap and applied it on a white cardstock.

Our sponsors for this week are:

Stretch ‘n Bubbles
Winner’s Choice of 4 Digis

Stitchy Bear
$10 Gift Voucher for Stitchy Stamps, Floppy Latte Designs and Sylvie’s Stamps

Gingerloft
Winner’s Choice of 3 Digis

I hope you can play along with this FUN challenge this week.
And don't forget to check out the other designers' creations HERE.

Have a great day.
Hugs,

WITL 2011 ~ First Week

2011-07-27T23:35:00.001-05:00

I'm back {just got off from work} and I'll be sharing some photos for my very first week of Week In The Life 2011.

Since I started this a little bit late {better late than never, right?}...just don't worry or get confused with the week or days. I hope you enjoy the picture/s.

Tenny's Week In The Life ~ Last Week of July, Day 3 {Tuesday, July 26, 2011}
Here's the picture/s:

My hubby took the kiddos to Dairy Queen from some Sweet Cold

Treat while I was at work.

See you again tomorrow.
Hugs,

Big Picture Classes ~ Ali Edward WITL 2011

2011-07-27T17:04:00.001-05:00

TGIW ~ Thank God It's Wednesday :D Half way through the week. And I hope you all are having a wonderful week.

Last night, I was browsing around on Big Picture Classes and found this free class by Ali Edward.

It's Week In The Life 2011.

If you ever think that your daily life is pretty boring...you probably should take this class. It's really FUN.
And I'm just too EXCITED to get started.

Also, Ali Edward is having a HUGE and AWESOME giveaway on her Blog. YOU MUST CHECK IT OUT!

Well scrappy friends, I'll be back later with yesterday picture to share with you.
I hope you sign up for the class and also for the giveaway.
Later.....Hugs,

Summer Mini Album ~ Smash Style

2011-07-26T12:22:00.001-05:00

Hi scrappy friends,

I bet {by now} you must have heard the popularity of Smash Books by K&Company....and maybe you already owned one of them.

Well, I LOVE the whole ideas of smash book. I think it's creative and FUN.
So, when I received my first DT assignment from Simple Scrapper to make a DIY Smash Book...I was super excited.

Here's my version of Smash Book - Summer Mini Album

This simple and fun Summer Mini Album cost me nothing, not even a penny. I used all scraps and supplies I have and I LOVE LOVE how it turned out. It's a working progress...

I consider this as a mobile album. I can carry it with me anywhere and simply just add this and that. FUN right?

Now...I will show you all the pages. Ready? It's a lot...but I hope you enjoy it.

On this project, the patterned papers I used are from Echo Parks Dots & Stripes which I already have in my stash. I also added some note cards for journaling, coin envelopes and some tags.
Last but not least the cover is from corrugated cardboard.

I can see myself adding some more pages to this album...because Summer isn't over yet :D

Well...that's for today.
I hope you're having a wonderful and FUN Summer despite the hot and humid {and some heat waves} weather.
Hugs,

Home Sweet Home Layout ~ The Robin's Nest DT Project

2011-07-25T09:41:00.002-05:00

Happy Monday Scrappers,
Today it's my turn to share The Robin's Nest project with you.

I have a scrapbook layout that I had been wanting to make and finally did it. It's a layout about our {current} home. Are you ready to see it?

Here it is,

It's a simple but bright, glittery and shinny scrapbook layout.

First, lets talk about the flowers. Those beautiful flowers were made from glitter chipboard. I used the gold and Rebellious Red colors. I LOVE these chipboards and I believe you will too. I cut them using a sizzix die {flower #5}, and then curled them using the bottom of my sharpie marker. Lastly, I added Fairy Dust dew drops on the center of the flowers.
Here's a little close up,

Now, I'll be sharing with you how I made those swirls. It's fun and the result is just gorgeous. If you like blings on your layout...then you will love this technique.
First, after I glued down my flower, I then drew a simple swirl {doodle} on my layout {using a pencil}. Here's the picture,

The next step is to glue the dew drops one by one using the dew drop glue. On this layout, I used Flame dew drops.

So, what do you think? FUN right? and I guarantee that your layout will look beautiful.

The pattern papers that I used on this project are: Distressed Honeycomb and Dark Distressed Red.
Last but not least I used Red Glitter Letters for the title.

Well, thank you so much for stopping by. Be sure to check The Robin's Nest Blog for more great projects.
I wish you all a wonderful week.
Happy Scrapping.
Hugs,

Three Of Us Layout ~ Simple Scrapper July Layout

2011-07-19T16:02:00.001-05:00

Hi again scrappers,

This post is my first blog post as a Simple Scrapper Design Team Member. And today, I'll be sharing a scrapbook layout using one of July Templates that Jennifer has created.

So, here it is.....

I kept it very simple and I'm so happy that way this layout turned out.
The fun part when I was making this layout was those swirl pearls. I used liquid pearls instead of store bought pearls. It was my very first try and I JUST LOVE it! I think I'm gonna get more in many different colors.

To see more scrapbook layouts and projects from other designers, check out thr Simple Scrapper {Free} Forum.

Well....That's all from me today.
Hope you have a wonderful and {cool} day {it's been super HOT and Humid here}.
Take Care. Hugs,

Walking Together Layout ~ SEM Challenge # 4

2011-07-18T06:56:00.011-05:00

Hi Scrappers,

Today..I'll be sharing with you a scrapbook layout that I made for a challenge over at Scrapping Everyday Miracles Blog. And this the second challenge for the month.

Here's the idea for the challenge and the scrap twist:

God can use anything or anyone to comfort you, teach you something new or remind you of something you already know. Very often, music is a powerful way He can communicate with us. Create a layout using a song or song lyric that He has used for such a purpose.

Scrap twist: Use fabric somewhere, somehow on your project.

I, personally, love song inspired challenge. And this time..it didn't take me very long to find a song and a picture to scrap.

I chose the old {and beautiful} hymn, titled "He Leadeth Me".
I LOVE to hear this song played/sung.
I LOVE to sing this song.
I LOVE to play this song on the piano.
The lyrics just give me an insurance that God is always there to lead my daily life.
{To listen or sing along to this song, click HERE.

Then, I found the picture of me and Dustin walking together hand in hand by the lake. It was a beautiful spring day..and I LOVE this picture. It's like a promise to my son that I will help him lead the way {of life}.

So...with all that being said, here's my inspiration layout as a July Guest Designer for Scrapping Everyday Miracles Challenge # 4.

On this layout, I used a strip of burlap and crinkled ribbon {from Paper Loves Glue} for the scrap twist. And those circles...I used the top and bottom of {finished} toilet paper and inked it.

Well, I hope you can play along with this FUN challenge, and remember there are cool prizes that you can win it too.

Thank you so much for taking you time visiting my blog.
Happy Monday and Happy Week.
Hugs,

Make A Big Wish ~ Sentimental Sundays # 64

2011-07-17T11:56:00.001-05:00

So...I've heard from some of my scrappy friends that most of them have difficulty making a masculine card. And I totally agree. There are times when...I really don't know what to do either.

Then...I came up with my own theories for making masculine cards.
1. As long as there are no flowers and no flowerish patterned papers -- It Works
2. Use masculine colors

And now...I'm going to share with you a Sentimental Sundays Masculine Project {Challenge # 64}. It's a Masculine Birthday Card.

Here it is,

A simple one and I really think it's MASCULINE :D
Well, I hope you join this week challenge on Sentimental Sundays.

Thank you so much for stopping by and I wish you all a great week.
Hugs,

Pretty in Dress ~ DYSU # 28

2011-07-14T01:12:00.003-05:00

Another Thursday....Another New Challenge over at Do You Stack Up {DYSU} Challenge Blog.

Here's this week Challenge {#28},

and the sponsors for this challenge are Mami Doodles and Robyn's Fetish

And now, my creation for this week. A scrapbook layout I titled Pretty in Dress.

I used an image from Mami Doodles ~ Ligia Playing Dress Up Collection.

Recently...I've been using digi images on my scrapbook layout. I have to admit it's different and FUN and I really enjoy using it. It's another great way to embellish your page. If you haven't given it a try...you should. Perhaps you can play along with this challenge.

That's my inspiration for you. Thank you so much for stopping by.
Have a great day.
Hugs,

Some NEWS!!!

2011-07-13T17:09:00.002-05:00

Hi Scrappers,

It's Wednesday...half way through the week, and I hope you've all been having a wonderful week.
I'm gonna share some news with you today. Good and Bad.
Not sure which one to start.

Well...lets start with my son, Dustin. If you recall about a week ago, I told you that he's been having some fevers. And as of today, his fevers still hang around. He's been sick for almost 2 weeks.
Oh gosh...it's just so hard knowing that he's not doing well.

He was actually better for the weekend. But then, his sister was sick over the weekend. She had an ear infection, but with the magic power of antibiotic she's doing much better and no more fevers for her at all.

Dustin still plays and do stuff, but when the fever kicks in...he's just so weak and sometimes has to deal with the chill too. Poor poor kid....

Here's a picture of him...sleeping on the couch. He always wants me by his side all the time. {this is so stressful...specially when I have to go to work in the eve}.

I hope he will get better soon. And if you will remember him in your prayers...We're really appreciate it :D

Now...for the good news..

I'm way super duper excited that I've been chosen to be on 2 New DT.
The first one is Simple Scrapper`

I have some Simple Scrapper projects ready to share with you so stay tuned.

The second one is The Trail Makers Challenge Blog.

This challenge blog belongs to an online scrapbook store called The Paper Trail. They have 2 challenges every month, and I hope you can join the fun soon.
My first project debut will be on August 1st...so be sure to check it out. :D

Well...that's the news I have for you today.
Thank you so much for stopping by and for everything else.
Wish you all a wonderful {rest of the} week.
Hugs,

Magical Fireworks Layout - Robin's Nest DT Post

2011-07-11T23:34:00.002-05:00

Today is my very first post as a Robin's Nest DT Member. And I'll be sharing a 4th of July Scrapbook Layout.

Our family had tons of FUN celebrating the Independence Day despite the fact that Dustin was sick.

So, here is the layout.

When I first saw this beautiful Glitter Firework patterned paper...I was WOWed. It's just so pretty and glittery. If you really like gliter and blings...you will love Robin's Nest products.

On the bottom left, I created a firework using {Diamond Shape} Dew Drop in Old Glory.
More about this project and products I used, you can find it HERE.

Well, thank you so much for stopping by.
Be sure to check Robin's Nest {Chattering Robins} Blog for more great projects and inspirations from other Design Team members.
Until then Scrappers. Take Care.
Hugs,

Dad Hug Layout ~ DYSU Challenge # 27

2011-07-07T00:26:00.002-05:00

So excited to share my very first project as a design team member for DYSU {Do You Stack Up} Challenge Blog.

This week challenge {# 27} is all about Chipboard.

And we have three {You heard me right...3} AWESOME sponsors this week....SO BeSURE to PLAY ALONG!!!

The First Sponsor is My Mind's Eye

and this is the prize you can win

Second Sponsor is Copic Marker Scrapbooking

and the prize is 6 Copic Ciao Markers {North/South America}

or Martha Stewart Punch {Worldwide}

The Third Sponsor is Lili Of The Valley

and the prize is £10 gift voucher

Now....here's my inspiration for you this week.

The image I used on this layout is from L.O.T.V called "Dad's The Word". And I found this ribbon slider chipboard on my stash....and on this layout I used it as a journaling spot.

Find out more inspirations from the other designers HERE.

Well, I hope my layout inspires you enough to make you want to play along {on this week challenge}.

Thank you so much for stopping by and I hope to see you again soon.

Take Care. Happy Scrapping.

Hugs,

LIfe Documented ~ Scrapping Everyday Miracles Challenge # 3

2011-07-04T14:04:00.002-05:00

Happy Monday and Happy 4th of July Everyone...

Hope you're enjoying the 4th of July celebration.
My holiday weekend started a bit rough. My son had high fevers and we had to run him to hospital and back to the dr. office in the morning. He had some tests done, and still the doctors couldn't find anything.
Today is the 4th day and the fever seems to hang in there, comes and goes as its pleases. On the good side, he still plays {a lot} and enjoys the fireworks. We're hoping and praying that he gets better soon.

Anyway, today I'm going to share with you a layout that I made for Scrapping Everyday Miracles challenge # 3. Well ...before I go even further, this month I have the honor to be their July Guest Designer. So excited :D

Scrapping Everyday Miracles blog is all about sharing the miracles that we encounter daily and we share it through different kinds of scrapping challenges that the designers host. It's a really FUN blog.

So, the challenge # 3 is about "A NEW DAY" What small things do we really look forward everyday that we might take that for granted.

{Scrap Twist: Use Stitching on the Layout}

Here's my story and my miracle ~ Recently, I had some work schedules changes. I have to say it's a good thing. I used to work part-time about 15 hours a week, and now it changed to 34 hours a week. I work in the evening when my husband's home.

Then I realized how I really miss to spend time together with the kids and my husband. I only have one day off in a week, and we usually use that day to take the kids to the lake and play on the playground. I always look forward to my day off :D

And here's my layout,

I titled this layout ~ Life Documented ~ Because the little thing in life is the biggest and most precious one.

This month, SRM Stickers is sponsoring this challenge, and I had a chance to use their product on my project. All I have to say...I LOVE the stickers.

Well that's from me today.
I hope you can join this challenge and others challenges too. Lots of prizes, and lots of miracles.
Thank you for stopping by and hope to see you soon.
Have a fabulous day.
Hugs,

Polkadot Door Designs July Blog Hop & Inspiration Challenge ~ Whoo Love You Wall Hanging

2011-07-01T01:59:00.005-05:00

Hello Scrappers and Happy July to all of you.
I can't believe that July is here and we're half way through the year. Time sure does go by so fast.
I'm so excited for this month. I have lots of crafty things in store for you...so be sure to visit often...:D

Start with today.
I'm {guest} designing for Polkadot Door Designs Inspirational Blog Hop Challenge.

And here's the inspirational photo for this month.

And here's my take on the challenge.....

I created a wall hanging for this Blog Hop Challenge, and I called this Whoo Love You {Wall Hanging}. I had tons of FUN making this..and I have to say the inspirational photo really inspired me.

This project is made from corrugated box. I painted it with a light brown paint and then sprayed some silver shimmer. Patterned papers are from Fancy Pants Design {It's the little things collection}. I added doily, burlap strip, and crinkled seam binding ribbon. The flower is from Michaels Recollection, then I added some pearl and some feathers. I found a free clip art of an owl...colored it with regular colored pencils and OMS.

Now...I'd like to encourage you to participate on this blog hop. There are a couple things you can do...and trust me you want to do all of them...because you can WIN awesome prizes.

1. Hop along to find out more inspirations from the other designers. Don't forget to leave them a comment. And when you're done...go back to Polkadot Door Designs blog and leave them some love too...:D By doing this...you have the chance to win $20 Gift Certificate to Scrapbits

Here's the Designers List:

Tenny => You're Here

Polkadot Door Designs

2. Join this month Inspirational Challenge. Use the inspirational photo and create some artworks. Submit it to Polkadot Door Designs blog {Dateline is July 15th}. The challenge winner will receive a wonderful prize from Accents and Petals.

Not only that...Three to five authors of the most impressive creations will be chosen to join July Design Team and Blog Hop, and compete for the Feature Designer Prize in August.

Awesome right.....

For this month featured designer will receive a beautiful prize from scrapn4mygirlz.

Well...I hope you have a great time during this blog hop and decide to join the contest.
Thank you for stopping by. I wish you all a wonderful weekend.
Take Care. Hugs,

YAY..A Great NEWS.....

2011-06-25T12:54:00.001-05:00

Happy Saturday my Scrappy Friends....

Today is the day that I'm able to share with you a great NEWS.
I was picked to be one of the VERY FIRST The Robin's Nest Design Team Members. OH Yay....So EXCITED!!

And here's a list of my fellow Robin's Nest Designers.

~ Terri Sproul {Team Leader}

~ Becky Conley

~ Peg Rounds

~ Gini Cagle

~ Kristin Keller

~ Clare Dempsey

~ Jan Hennings

~ Irit Shalom

So..if you think that The Robin's Nest is just about Dew Drops...you might want to check their Online Store and their inspiration BLOG. The Robin's Nest has lots of scrappy products that you're going to love. Check it out yourself!!!

Anyway....be sure to follow The Robin's Nest BLOG...for many great projects!

Till then scrappers....

Have a great weekend.

Hugs,

Mama and Me Layout

2011-06-22T11:38:00.005-05:00

Another DT Wednesday with SPandCompany. And I'll be sharing a scrapbook layout.

Here it is...

Patterned Papers are from Cosmo Cricket Togetherness Collection. And I used Pretty Pendants stamp set from SPandCompany for the banner.

Thank you so much for stopping by and don't forget to visit all the SPandCompany designers for others great and inspiring projects. You can find the list HERE.

Have a great rest of the week.
Hugs,

Swiming By To Say "HELLO"

2011-06-21T15:38:00.001-05:00

Today, it's the first day of Summer. So excited!!!
Surprisingly, the weather today is not so Summery yet. :D

When I think of Summer...I think of outdoor activities and traveling.
My kids have been having fun playing outside and just enjoy the open air. And as far as traveling goes...we have a plan in late August to go to Colorado for a family gathering.

Another thing about Summer is ~ time to play with water and cool off from the heat. In Nebraska, we don't have real beaches...but we have tons of lake that we can visit and swim. And this year, we're looking forward to spend time at the lake or swimming at the pool.

Talking about water...I created a card today.
A fun card. Ready to see....

I LOVE this card...unfortunately I can't keep it. This will be sent out to someone special. However, I think I will make one more of this card.

The image is from Mami Doodles. I created this card also for a challenge over at Some Odd Girl Blog {Create a white/kraft with 2 pops of color}.

Well, that's all for today. I'll be back tomorrow with SPandCompany DT Wednesday Post.
I wish you all a WONDERFUL Summer.
Hugs,

Beautiful Soul Layout

2011-06-20T02:43:00.003-05:00

Hello again Scrappers,

I'm back...and this time I want to let you know that I have some very special guests from The Robin's Nest. They're here checking out my works. Yay...so excited :D So....WELCOME ladies to my Crafty Life Blog. And please...get comfy.

Today, I'll be showing you another simple scrapbook layout. Not only that, but I also will be sharing the whole process. So...I hope you bare with me. It's going to be a {bit} longer post, but it's gonna be FUN.

Here's my finished layout.

I really like simple layout. I believe that less is always more. And that's what this layout is all about.

Now..let's me show you how I did this.
1. I decided to go with 2 main colors...light green and light purple. So, I picked this patterned papers from My Minds Eye Lime Twist {Happy Go Lucky} Collection.
The first patterned paper I cut measured 6x12 then I adhered it to the cardstock right in the middle.

2. The second patterned paper ~ I cut at 3x12 and adhered it horizontal on the {half} bottom of the cardstock.

3. Another patterned paper was cut at 2x12. Then using scallop punch, I punched the edge {one side}. I glued it on top of the flower patterned paper.

4. Then I covered the line between the flower patterned paper and the green polkadot paper with a dark purple ribbon. That's all. I then glued down the pictures.

Now the fun part begins. Embellishing. There's no right or wrong way to do it. It's basically -> you let yourself play and have fun. On this project...I decided to use some rhinestones. I added on top and on the bottom, also in the middle.

For the alphabets, I used white foam stickers {pretty boring}. I decided to painted to the matching colors.

Then, I made a handmade flower from pipe cleaner. Here's the supplies you need to make this easy and fun flower.

* Using two different shades, I cut the darker {pipe cleaner} color in 3 inches long. I need 6 total for this size. The lighter color, I cut at 2 1/2 inches long and I need only 4.
* Punch a small circle and apply glue all over it.
* Fold all the pipe cleaner in half.
* Arrange the darkest color {of pipe cleaners} on the circle cardstock to look like a flower.

* Then cover the middle of the flower with another punched circle.
* Arrange the lightest color on top
* When done, cover the middle of the flower with button and bling.
* Let the adhesive all dry.

Now...back again to my layout.

Lastly, Final Touches. I added felt leaves and some sentiments.

All Done. PPphhheewww. Fun right?

I'd like to enter this layout for these challenges:

Berry71Bleu ~ Purple Garden

The {Paper} Trail Makers ~ Anything Goes

I really hope you enjoy this...

Time flies, and I hope you scrapbook every precious moments.

Thank you for being here.

I hope you all have a great week.

Take Care. Hugs,

Celebrating Summer ~ Sentimental Sundays Blog Hop

2011-06-19T07:50:00.002-05:00

Happy Sunday and Welcome to the Sentimental Sundays "Celebrate Summer" Blog Hop. I'm so excited to have you here, and I hope you're enjoying the hop.

If you've arrived here from Marlene's blog, then you're on the right track :D

For most of us here, in the northern hemisphere, June 21 will be the first day of Summer. So, for this blog hop, I picked a picture of my son when he was only 18 months playing with water in the hot Summer day, and I made this scrapbook layout to capture the beauty of Summer.

So, here it is,

On this layout, I didn't use any patterned papers....instead I played with paints. Another fun ways to scrapping.

Well, that's my creation...I hope you enjoy it and be inspired. Be sure to check others Sentimental Sundays Design Team members for more inspirations. You can find the whole list HERE.

Also....don't forget to comments on all the blog hop participants. Three mystery DT members will choose a winner {there will be 3 winners totals} from the comments left on their blog hop posts. The more you comments...the bigger your chances to win $10 gift certificate to Whimsy Stamps. The blog hop ends on Friday, June 24 at midnight EST. The winners will be announced on the Sentimental Sundays challenge blog on Sunday, June 26.

Now...hop on to Stacey's blog and find out her Sparkly creation she made. Again thank you for stopping by. Have a great day, week and Summer.
Hugs.

Sweet Summer Treat

2011-06-15T06:00:00.003-05:00

Welcome to another SP and Company Design Team Wednesday.

Today, I'll be showing a scrapbook layout with a SP and Company stamp touches to it. I used a stamp set called Pretty Pendants. {And as you all may know}Pendants/Banners are HOT on scrapbooking industries these days. So, I hope you have one of these stamps in your stash.

Anyway...here's my layout,

Recently there is a new Frozen Yogurt Store, called Cherry On Top, opened nearby our house. I took the kids there one day..and they LOVE it! We go there once a week for a sweet {Summer} treat.

I used a sketch from The Scrappiest Blog {sketch # 124}, and also My Minds Eye Lime Twist {Life of The Party} paper collection. It all turned out to be a simple Fun Summer Layout. {I'll be entering this layout for a challenge over at ScrapFit Workout Blog WWU # 7 Facebook}

That's my inspiration for you today, be sure to check all SP and Company designers' blogs for more fun and creative ideas {You can find the list HERE}.

Thank you for stopping by.

Take Care. Hugs,

A Card for Father

2011-06-14T20:05:00.002-05:00

I'm back today to show you my finish Fathers' Day Card that I made for hubby.

Here it is,

and some really closer looks :D

The digi image I used on this card is from Pollycraft {when they had a freebie day}, then I colored it the only technique I know ~ Regular Colored Pencils and Gamsol. Then I added glossy accent on the glasses. This image is so cool just like hubby.

The second image on this card, the big checklist image, is a stamp set from Close To My Heart. I heat embossed it with black emboss powder. The stamp set is one of my many CTMH fave stamps, because you actually can personalize the personalities. Those personalities I picked just like Leo's.

The last stamped image on the bottom is from Studio G stamp set that you can get from Michaels. Again I heat embossed it with blue emboss powder.

Patterned papers are from My Minds' Eye Stella and Rose {Hattie} Collection.

Lastly, I used a {this week} sketch from Sketch Saturday Challenge Blog.

I'd also enter this card into some challenges:
Sketch Saturday ~ Weekly Sketch
The {Paper} Trail Maker Challenge Blog ~ It's a Boy only Challenge

Hope you like this as much as Leo {oh yeah...he already saw this :D LOL}.
Thank you for stopping by, and be sure to come back in the morning for SP and Company DT Wednesday post. Have a great day.

OOOOHH Wait, before you go.......
I went through my new e-zine issue from SNR Volume #4 issue # 6 and found out not only 1 layout got published but 3. I was so suprised, because they said only 1 layout...but instead 3...:D I'm not going to tell which layouts, you will find out next month {or find them in the new issue}.

Anyway...you should check the SNR e-zine, they get tons of ideas and inspiration.

Ok....that's all ....THANK YOU. See you all soon.
Take Care. Hugs,

Fathers' Day Gift Project

2011-06-12T13:37:00.001-05:00

Hi everyone and Happy Sunday.

A week from today we'll be celebrating Fathers' Day. So today, I'm going to show you a special project that I made for my husband.

This project is also my very first creation for Sentimental Sundays Design Team. And this week challenge {#59} is to create something related to Fathers' Day or you can make a Masculine Card.

So, without further ado..here's my project.

the closer looks,

This is {also} my first time working with canvas. It's not much different than regular scrapbooking, except this one is a lot of mod podging to seal the paper and picture.

The size of the canvas is 11x14, and I got it from Michaels when they're on sale. I used a sketch from Artful Delight June Sketch Challenge as a guidance. A simple sketch and totally rocks.

I really love how this project turned out, and my husband loves it so much too {it's kinda hard to keep this one a secret, he always gives me feedback and suggestion on my work}.
If you haven't tried scrapbooking on a canvas, you should give it a try. It's FUN!.

I'd like to submit this for the following challenges:
The Paper Variety ~ For the Guys Challenge
Artful Delight Kit ~ June Sketch Challenge
Polkadot Door Designs ~ June Inspiration Challenge {elements: Scribble Tiles}

Well, that's all for today. All I need to do now is making a Fathers' Day card.
Until then scrappers. Have a wonderful Sunday.

Hugs,

Supplies:
Canvas: Artful Loft 11x14
Paints: Ranger Paint Dabber {Pearl}, Craft Smart {Ivory}, TH Crackled Paint {Fired Brick}
Patterned Papers: Echo Park Life is Good Collection
Cardstock: Paper Studio {Kraft}
Stickers: Echo Park Life is Good Collection
Heart Chipboard: Scrappy Cat Pajamas
Alphabets: Cosmo Cricket {Tiny Type}
Scribble Tiles from Michaels
Rhinestones: Imaginisce irock with Bazzil Jewel Template
Embellishments: TH idealogy - Philosophy Tags

Dream

2011-06-10T10:06:00.002-05:00

So glad that weekend is finally here. And today I have a quick post to share with you.

Today is the final day of SP and Company Blog Hop. And here's my final project for this hop.

A simple Lime-a-licious Card.

Thank you so much for stopping by, and don't forget to check out more projects by other SP and Company designers. You can find the list HERE.

I wish you all a wonderful weekend.
Hugs,

4Ever Yours Layout ~ Sweet Peach Challenge

2011-06-07T11:30:00.007-05:00

I'm back again today...with my second post.

This time I will be sharing a layout that I made for Sweet Peach Crop May Sketch Challenge.
Here's the sketch,

and here's my layout,

also some closer looks,

The pictures on this layout are my fave. My kids are huggers.

Also, I titled this project Forever Yours for a reason....

I want both of my kids to know...that no matter what happen, they will always have each others.

I did this project over the weekend while working overnight. My overnight shift is kinda my crop night. I have to stay awake doing nothing until my client calls and asks for assistance. So, scrapbooking is my best activity during those hours.

Anyway, thank you so much for stopping by again.
Take Care.
Hugs,

SP and Company June Blog Hop

2011-06-07T04:04:00.002-05:00

Hi everyone and Welcome to the first day of SP and Company June Blog Hop.

Today, SP and Company will be showcasing NEW projects using NEW RELEASE stamps by three designers from the design team:

The first one is Patty

Then Stephanie

Lastly is ME :D

So, if you have arrived here from Stephanie’s blog, you are on the right track! If you get lost or want to start over, our Color Hop starts at the Scrapmaster's Paradise Blog.

This month's color is Lime Green. Not only does the Design Team get to play with this color, but YOU do too! After you're done hopping around today, make sure you play along with this month's challenge for a chance to win some awesome SP and Company prizes!

Well for this blog hop, I used a New Release stamp set called Kokimo. It's a background stamp and it looks like this,

and here's my creation, a Summer Lime-a-licious Card.

Well, that's all from me. Thank you so much for hopping with SP and Company today. Be sure to come back again tomorrow for another great projects.

OH...don't forget about the Blog Hop Challenge. I hope you can play with us.

About The Blog Hop Challenge:
The challenge is simple! Create a project using the color Lime Green. Your creation can be monochromatic (different shades of Lime ) or just mainly focus on Lime. Please make sure that this month’s color is used in about 90% of your project. It is not a requirement to use SP and Company stamps for this challenge, but we’d love it if you do! You can link up your project on the Scrapmaster’s Blog HERE. You have until the 15th of the month (11:59 pm EST) to enter. The one random winner will win an SP & Company stamp set of their choice. Also, make sure to leave comments for all the blogs along the way because there will be random prizes selected from all of the blog hop participants. The more you participate, the more chances you have to win!

Again Thank You and Have a Great Day.
Hugs,

You're Sweet ~ Lip Balm Holder

2011-06-05T23:40:00.002-05:00

Happy Sunday Everyone,

Today, I managed to make something other than a Scrapbook Layout. I made a Lip Balm Holder. I found a tutorial on how to make this, then found a challenge on The Paper Variety. I combined all together and gave it a try. Here's what I came up,

This project is super easy and fun. Perfect for party favors...:D
I hope you'll give it a try.

Well, that's all for today. Thank you so much for stopping by. I wish you all a Happy Week!
Take Care. Hugs,

Pretty in Pink ~ DT Wednesday & The Sampler's Sketch Challenge

2011-06-01T07:14:00.002-05:00

I'm back again with a project for SP & Company DT Wednesday using a sketch from The Sampler's May Chellenge. And it's also another layout about Miss Phoebe.

So, here's it is

On this layout, the stitching around the page is stamped images from SP and Company. The set is called Stitchery Doo. I really LOVE to corporate stitching on my layout, and this stamp set is so handy to use. Another favorite set :D

Well....that's from me today scrappers. Don't forget to check more inspirations made by my fellow SP and Company Designers', and you can find the list HERE.

See you again soon. Take Care.
Hugs,

Supplies:
Cardstock: CTMH ~ White Daisy
Pattern Papers: My Minds' Eye ~ Alphabet Soup Girl Collection
Chipboard Stickers: My Minds' Eye ~ Alphabet Soup Girl Collection
Alphabet: Cosmo Cricket ~ Tiny Type
Basic Grey Chipboard Alpa
Stamp Set: SP and Company Stitchery Doo Set
Inks: CTMH ~ Blush and Hollyhock
Embelishments: Tim Holtz Adage Tickets and Imaginisce iRock Rhinestones

My 1st Tutu ~ Inspired Blueprints #73 & Big NEWS!!!

2011-05-31T15:03:00.002-05:00

Happy Tuesday Scrappers,
How's your Memorial Day weekend...??? Hope you had tons of fun with friends and families.

Today, I have a couple things that I'd like to share with you....
First one is a layout based on a sketch #73 from Inspired Blueprints.

Here's the sketch

and my take on the sketch...

Miss Phoebe was wearing her first tutu that I made for her.

and some closer looks:

Now, the Big NEWS....starting tomorrow, I'm a part of the NEW Sentimental Sundays {Awesome} DT.

I'm supperr EXCITED!!!

Sentimental Sundays is a weekly Challenge Blog that focus on using sentiments on your projects. Really really cool blog...! If you've never played with SS before...you should give a try. It's FUN! Also, you will get free sentiments to download every week.

That's all for today...Thank you for stopping by and I hope to see you soon.
Have a great day. Happy Scrapping.
Hugs,

Praying For You ~ DT Wednesday

2011-05-25T07:00:00.011-05:00

I put together a quick and thoughtful card for this week SP and Company DT Wednesday.

Here's the card,

and here's a close look at Lovely Label Stamp Set.

Well, I hope you enjoy it!! And be sure to check other Designers' Projects for this week. You can find the list HERE.

Thank You for stopping by.
Have a wonderful day.
Hugs,

Supplies:
Cardstock: CTMH ~ Tulip, Cocoa, Colonial White
Pattern Paper: CTMH ~ Perfect Day Collection
Stamp Set: SPandCompany Lovely Label
Ink: CTMH ~ Cocoa, Sorbet
Emblessihments: Jolee