Mae's Crafty Creations

Happy Monday Afternoon

2011-03-28T17:41:00.000-07:00

Today is the start of Nic's spring break plus Steve & I also took the day off. I love relaxing three day weekends. I was able to finish Hell's Corner by David Baldacci, catch up on laundry that had been put aside and play in my craft room. Our weather has been dry all day so Zoom and I went for a walk around the neighborhood. This morning was sunny with blue skies but the clouds have since rolled back in (bummer)! You have to take advantage of the sun while you can during this time of year. I am ready to move out of the 50's and into the 70's and 80's.

I completed New Home by Victoria Case for SCACD. I am working on my Easter cards and thought this one was perfect. Such a versatile image. I just love being able to use my stamps for more than one occasion, don't you?

Such a cutie. I kept the card clean and simple and pulled out my For Peep's Sake * Hot Chicks DP by Imaginisce and used cardstock by PTI.

Have a wonderful evening & a great Tuesday. Thanks for stoppin by!

TGI FRIDAY!!!

2011-03-25T18:27:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday to y'all. I am looking forward to another three day weekend. It's a nice change to sleep in one extra day. Not much planned for the weekend except to catch up on laundry. Our dryer gave up the ghost and since a new dryer would not match the old washer we now have a brand new matching set. My hubby is just so picky but I can guarantee you he won't be doing any laundry...hehe. He just need them to match. My MIL is the same way so she didn't help my case about buying just a dryer.

Today I am sharing another card I made for the CMC Birthday Bash. The digi was a freebie from Karen's Doodles. I happened upon her site and really love her images. They are really cute and she offers freebies often. I have already saved her newest and hope to work on it this weekend.

You would never those swirls are placed just so to hide a couple of mistakes would you. Don't you just loves those faces? Adorable.

Wednesday Take's the Cake

2011-03-23T07:00:00.000-07:00

I am sharing a card I made for a friend's30th birthday wayyy back in December. I completely forgot to post this to my blog after I made it. I was happy to make something that wasn't holiday colors or theme. I love the holidays but I really need to start making my Christmas cards all through out the year.

I picked up this free digi while blog surfing & couldn't resist this super cute image. I love how luscious this cake looks and that little mouse having a taste...just precious. I kept the card simple and sweet mainly because I did this one last minute. I need to plan much better from now on. It might take me three to four hours right now to make one card but hopefully I will become faster. I find by scraplifting from others helps a ton. I use their inspiration and add my own flair. Always with acknowledgement though.

You Miss Me???

2011-03-21T14:09:00.000-07:00

Has it really been since December 23rd since I last posted to my blog? Hard to believe it has been that long. Also just as hard to believe it has been that long since I enjoyed creating a card. There are many reasons why but I won't bore you with the details. I am back in the swing of things and excited to share this fun spring/summer time image from Victoria Case for SCACD. This stamp is called Lazy Days and I was fortunate enough to win this new release last year. I realized I had not inked up any of them yet...bad, bad Mae.

The layout is from Suzanne's Color Me Creative Classroom 1st Birthday Bash. There were two challenges and I tied them together into one card. The other challenge was to use yellows, purples, creams/whites. My bases card is white then I used Stampin Up cardstock and BasicGrey Wisteria patterned paper. I also, for the first time, used my Marianne Design dies and my copics.

Here is a close up of this cutie. I just love her hat. I personally don't wear hats (they muss the hair you know) but if I had one this nice I sure would. I cut the image out and popped it up with foam squares. Helps it stand out more, don't you think.

I even completed the inside of the card. I normally don't but I had extra dies and didn't want to waste them. Now the card is complete...just needs a note or sentiment. I even used my Martha Stewart edges punch for the first time. So tell me what you think. It felt good to get back in the game!!!

2010-12-23T07:51:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas Eve…Eve! I have the next four days off, how about that. I am so excited to be able to relax with my family, get caught up on some things in my home office, read, and craft, take naps and just unwind. What about you? Ready for Christmas? I have one more gift card to grab and a few things from the grocery store.

I just love this super cute Hippo from Shirley’s 2 Girls and had to have him. He is ready to help out Santa and fly on over to your home with gifts galore.

I used my MS punch for the snowflakes and added Bella Baubles to the centers. I love how the stickles on the ribbon and bow just sparkle. It is great stuff to work with but needs to dry. I ended up with sparkley hands the rest of the evening. J

Have a wonderful Christmas!!

Santa's lil Helper

2010-12-09T00:00:00.000-08:00

It's the 9th of December and only 16 days until Christmas. Things are starting to get crazy...Christmas to do's; year end and new year prep for work; every day chores and then the unexpected. Our microwave is broken and today the service tech replaced a major part but it's still broken. Now another part needs to be ordered. Thank goodness we had an extra one at work I am able to borrow!!! Nic's car is in the shop and he isn't interested in driving mom's minivan. Heaven forbid, but it should be done today and things will be much better as far as he is concerned.

For today's Shirley's 2 Girls project I have the super sweet lil helper. Santa needed to take a moment to eat his cookies while he double checked his list so this lil guy is doing all he can. He is filling stockings and making sure the candles are all lit.

The challenge this week is all about glitter and bling. Well I had a ton of glitter and added it here and there. I love how the stocking showed up with the camera. What do ya think??? Stop on over at the challenge blog and show us your glam and glitz. We would love to see what you have created.

Rudolph

2010-12-02T00:00:00.000-08:00

I just love making Christmas cards. The colors are just so pretty and they bring back wonderful memories. It also means we are at the end of a year that passed by so fast. But isn't that the way each year? Time speeds up faster & faster each and every year and there is nothing we can do to stop it. It just means we need to treasure each moment, document those special times and start your day with a smile :)!

Today I wanted to share Rudolph with you. This Shirleys 2 Girls digi is so cute with that wreath around his neck. Wouldn't it be a wonderful thing to see your own Rudolph with a wreath. We have deer in our neighborhood and I enjoy them every time I catch that glimpse. A buck scared the bejueezes out of my husband the other morning. He was rounding the front of his truck (he backs in) and as he got to his door there was a buck on the other side of a short fence eating our neighbors apples from his tree. With it so dark when Steve leaves the lights on the side of the garage don't reach that far. I have never seen a buck in our 11 years here.

Have a wonderful day & remember to smile!

Harvest farwell

2010-11-29T00:00:00.000-08:00

Is it the end of November already??!!! Just one more month left of 2010. I hope every one had a great and relaxing Thanksgiving and didn't eat too much. The three of us went out with friends for a special Thanksgiving dinner at The Pacific Grill in Tacoma. My guys enjoyed prime rib and I had their turkey dinner. It was a four course meal that wasn't too bad. We usually have a family meal but decided to do something different this time. I did cook a Turkey on Sunday though. Must have those great leftovers for lunches.

I am showcasing a fun digi image from Shirley's 2 Girls called Scarecrow. It is one of their new Thanksgiving images.

I was able to make this card using scraps from my fall/Thanksgiving pile. I love being able to use up bits of this and that to make a card. Just gives me more room for new stuff with out any guilt. :) Who is with me???

Here is a close up of the image. That crow is wonderful but I would go for the corn not the straw. A much better meal choice to me.

Happy Thanksgiving to you all

2010-11-25T11:25:00.000-08:00

It is hard to believe we are beginning the end of the year festivities. Our area was hit with a winter storm this week and even left more snow last night. For those who are not familiar with Washington...I live south of Seattle and east of Tacoma in a city called Puyallup. What some would think of as Western Washington or the Pacific NW. We get rain. Lots of ran...snow is not the norm nor is the seven inches of white stuff we received. Nic went to an abbreviated school day on Monday (late arrival & early release) and then school has been cancelled since then. One of the extras we received with this storm was freezing cold temps. One evening it was 12 degrees and today it is 24 at the moment. So ice has been a big factor in the driving arena. I even slipped on our drive way and took a nice fall. Still sore and bruised in places but I have a hard head, and no one saw it happen.

I would like to thank everyone who have been kind enough to visit my blog and leave those wonderful comments. I really appreciate the time you have taken to visit. It really means a lot to me. I hope you all have a great day...enjoy your friends and family...and stay safe. Eat enough to enjoy but not enough to give you a tummy ache.

I am showing off a Shirleys 2 Girls image today. The flower says it all! I colored some white roses to coordinate with the colors I used. I love being able to alter something to use for different looks. I am sure many of you are already doing this but for me the light bulb just clicked on.

Have a wonderful day and if you are venturing out tomorrow, stay safe and bring your patience! Slow and steady wins the race.

So Thankful

2010-11-18T00:01:00.000-08:00

Hi y'all and just one more day until Harry Potter is out. I have our tickets purchased for Friday evening and we will head to the theater once I am off of work. It will be just Nic & I. Steve isn't interested in crowds so we will just go again once the masses have seen the movie. Works for me.

Today my project for Shirley's 2 Girls is from their Thanksgiving digi's and this one is Give Thanks.

I used some rub on leaves (I need to get a few punches to use instead) for our challenge twist. Head on over to the challenge blog and show us your twist. Sorry this is so short, I am bushed & need to hit the pillow.

Calling the Great Pumpkin

2010-11-11T00:01:00.000-08:00

Happy Veteran's Day to all Veteran's and their families. THANK YOU!

This cutie is from Shirleys 2 Girls and our twist is today is to add a pumpkin. I saw this cute template on another blog and thought it would fit in great. Crystal has a link on her blog to a easy tutorial to make it. I was shy a leaf punch and didn't have time to pop over to the store. So my pumpkin has been picked, leaves removed & gutted!

Here is a closeup of the image showing the stitching I did around the image to add a little something extra. The dp is from K&Company and I dipped into my supply of Close To My Heart chipboard. So easy to color coordinate with copic markers.

So check out the challenge blog to add your project. We would love to see you participate!

Hidden Prize Winner...

2010-11-10T07:09:00.000-08:00

Thank you all for stopping by and participating in our Blog Hop. I loved reading all of your comments & I have to agree with you...my Family takes the cake. They are the best. I was one of the Design Team members that had a hidden prize so with the help of my son picking the winning number..... ***Edith from http://thinker199.blogspot.com*** please contact me for the deets to claim your prize.

It's off to work for me. Have a wonderful day and stop on by tomorrow for another fun Shirleys 2 Girls project.

A Special Blog Hop of Thanks!!!

2010-11-04T00:01:00.000-07:00

Welcome to our Blog Hop!!! Shirley's 2 Girls and the design team wanted to do a little more than share our weekly inspiration projects. We are giving thanks this week to all of our participants and visitors with a Thanksgiving Hop! You'll travel to each DT's blog to view her inspirational project for this week's challenge. There will be all kinds of tips, tricks, and tutorials along the way! Also, there is a grand prize and four of the DT members have a hidden prize. In order to qualify for a prize, you need to leave a comment about what you are thankful for on the DT's blogs. If you have arrived from Laurel's blog you are on the right path...if not hop on over to Ann's blog to begin your journey.

I am thankful for the girls giving me this opportunity to be a part of their design team. I work with a great group of ladies and am having a blast. I am also thankful for the daily inspiration I get each and every day for all of you. Visiting your blogs daily keeps the creative juices flowing and teaches me a ton. I have enjoyed different tutorials on how to make different projects from Splitcoaststampers and various YouTube videos. By watching videos on copics, I have learned a ton. Thank you Suzanne!!! The amount of sharing is wonderful and all that is asked is recognition for their work. Who could ask for more!

My project is a small thank you gift for someone special. This lil girl giving a great big ole hug is so sweet. I used some spellbinder dies for the decorative edges. I need to increase my collection of dp. I just couldn't find the right fit to match the flowers on the package of scents. One can always use more dp...right?!!

The beads are a part of my football apparel. Purple and gold are my son's high school colors and they make a great showcase peace. Tomorrow night is his last game. He did great last week and received a "player of the week" t-shirt. Hard to believe that next season is his senior year..but if he attends the University of Washington I can still wear the beads. Same colors!!!

Thanks for visiting and don't forget to leave you comments on each of the DT's blogs. You never know who will win. It could be you! Now hop on over to Melissa's blog. Have a wonderful weekend & THANK YOU!

Trickortreatabella

2010-10-31T00:01:00.000-07:00

It pays to go through your craft room once and awhile. I was searching for a stamped sentiment and came across a Bella swap I participated in about a year ago. The swap included the stamped image, designer paper, ribbon and bling. I can't believe I forgot all about it. Perfect timing to show you this trickortreatabella!

Don't you just love her pumpkin costume with those boots? I love them but hope she doesn't have to walk all over to fill her bucket up. Boo Boo fee I say.

Happy Halloween!!!

Boo to you..

2010-10-28T00:01:00.000-07:00

Welcome to another Twisted Thursday featuring Shirley's 2 Girls. I am featuring several of these fun Halloween images and designer paper available at S2G. That spider is much sweeter looking than the ones I see in my house. It has to be the eyes and that pumpkin has the best grin.

You scared yet??? Ready to hand out candy to all those trick-or-treaters? Well grab your supplies and enter the challenge over at the S2G challenge blog. We would love to see you play along.

Have a wonderful weekend and a fun, safe & yummy Halloween.

Stirring Up Some Trouble...

2010-10-21T00:01:00.000-07:00

Hi y'all....Happy Thursday to ya. My card for today's Shirley's 2 Girls challenge is this super spooky Bubble Bubble. I just love the cauldron of brew being stirred to perfection and that smirk on the kitty's face. Wonderful. The challenge for today is spots & dots and I broadly followed the challenge adding orange dotted bling to my card. I just love the dp and didn't want to take away too much from it.

I cut the image out and popped it up with foam adhesive. I just love the swirls all over the paper and that bat is perfect. Matches the image wonderfully. Closeup....

Hop on over to the challenge blog to add your project. We would love to see your creations! Have a wonderful weekend & wish us luck with our football game tonight. It is a must win to qualify for the playoffs!!! GO VIKS!

Witchey Woman...

2010-10-14T07:03:00.000-07:00

Good morning y'all and happy Thursday to ya!! Only one & a half day of work left for me. I am off half of Friday so I can go home & cook four lasagna's and make two large pasta dishes. I am the coordinator for my son's football teams pre-game meal. The parents serve all the players, coaches and cheerleaders before each game. The kids & coaches have no time to go home and eat before the games so this helps them out a ton. I always worry that there won't be enough food for everyone, I have my fingers crossed.
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My Shirley's 2 Girls project for today is this wonderful witchey women stirring up a fresh brew. What of you ask??? Well I will let you imagine for yourselves. We were given a sketch for our challenge today along with a black and white theme. My dp is also from Shirley's 2 Girls and I added a bit of orange to the mix.

Well off to work I go. Don't forget to head on over to the challenge blog to play along. See y'all.

Trick or Treat

2010-10-10T20:00:00.000-07:00

I was searching through some of my favorite blogs and came across The Greeting Farm via Tangi's blog. I have been adoring the super cute critter images she has been showcasing & just fell in love with this little cutie.

Isn't he just adorable??!!! I had to have this digi once I saw it. I am entering the Mojo Monday challenge using their sketch and I am also going to enter this into the TGF card for Stamp Drive. Two challenges in one! I am trying to multi task more.
Have a fun evening and thanks for stoppping by!

Grandma's Gift

2010-10-09T18:06:00.000-07:00

Happy Saturday y'all. It has been a rainy day and I have enjoyed lazing around the house. Nic's high school team had a totally brutal game last night. Just brutal. I can't even talk about it. On a brighter note the Huskies will be playing at 7 tonight. My guys will be downstairs watching the game & the pup & I will be up in my craft room watching it. Zoom does not like it when Steve yells at the TV.

I wanted to share with you my first published project in the July/August issue 3 of Through The Craft Room Door. This is a wonderful magazine that is published by Suzanne J Dean & Marti Wills. Both wonderful and talented ladies who are caring, giving and so happy to help you. You can really tell they love sharing their talents. I made note card's with decorated envelopes for my grandma's Mother's Day gift. She just loved them, but then she loves all the stuff I send her. She's my grandma!!! :)

I just love the monogram stamp from Just Rite Stamps..So elegant. The paper is from Stampin Up and I used the Joy Fold Card from Beate Johns @ SCS. She has a ton of great tutorials over there. You must check them out.

Have a wonderful evening & GO HUSKIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Boo....

2010-10-07T00:01:00.000-07:00

Here we are in October...leaves are changing, days are shorter and the heater is starting to kick on. I forgot how cold the house gets during the day. Coming home for lunch at a toasty 64 degrees is chilly. I break out my small heater to keep me warm.
Today at Shirley's 2 Girls we have headed into the Halloween spirit like gangbusters. Like our fun icon I added to my sidebar? She is the bomb!!! My project today showcases some super cute scary images.

How wonderful are they? Just perfect to add to a goody bag or other project. As you visit the design teams blogs you can see all the great ideas they have come up with. I know these bags of candy will be gone in a few days and I will have to make more, oh well. That is what happens with a growing guy in the house.

I also wanted to share a picture of our own Mt. Rainer. The weather has been so beautiful these last two days. Fog in the morning but when that clears the sky is just so blue and crystal clear. I took this picture from my development after I got off of work. I have a crafting cyber friend moving into this area next year and even though we get a ton of rain....there are also beautiful surroundings. So Danni, these pics are for you!

See y'all!

Man's Best Friend

2010-09-30T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy last day of September. It is hard to think about being in the last quarter of 2010. Didn't we just start the year yesterday or possibly last week?

My S2G project for today features this great Man's Best Friend image. It reminds me of our dog Zoom. He loves to jump up into our lap with his front feet and give kisses. The chair and our lap isn't big enough for him but he thinks I love it. I do & I appreciate his kisses but he gets heavy after a bit.

Isn't this the sweetest? What pure love we get from our pets. They are blessing for sure.

Please join us in our challenge. Head on over to the challenge blog and show us what ya got.

Magnolia Blog Candy

2010-09-28T23:01:00.000-07:00

This wonderful blog candy is being offered over at Chrissy's blog. It is ending on Thursday so run...don't walk and get your name added to the list. Chrissy has posted all the details!

Meow owowo

2010-09-23T00:01:00.000-07:00

Welcome and thanks for joining us for another "super scary" Twisted Thursday at Shirley's 2 Girls. We are still celebrating our four legged friends and todays twist is to add some spooky to your project.
Today I am showcasing Ghoul Friends. Don't ya just love these kitties singing to the moon???

I created a 7 x 31/2 card and then realized my dp wouldn't fit. So I matted my image to fit the entire card and cut the dp to fit each side and hid the gap behind my image. Trick I had read from other blogs. I also used a trick from Debbie Olson. I was reading one of her posts and she needed to change the color of her swirls. She used a coordinating copic color and colored each rhindstone. I had to try it with my pink swirls and it worked. They now coordinate prefectly.

I added diamond glaze to the moon for some extra shine. The brown kitty was a bit too dark so I ran the colorless blender over it to lighten it up a bit.

Now it's your turn. Show us your spooky stuff and post your creations over at the S2G challenge blog. It just hit me...these cats remind me of the song "Stray Cat Strut" by the Stray Cats.

2010-09-16T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Thursday to y'all. I am so shocked it is Thursday again and the middle of September to boot. Nic has a football game on Friday and rain is in the forecast. This will be the teams first real challenge. Our last two games have been blowouts. Here is a picture of Nic (#81 the tall one with the red hair) & his girlfriend Kelly...GO VIKS!!!

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Today for the Thursday challenge over Shirley's 2 Girls we are honoring our critters with a birthday celebration. I have used two different digi stamps for my project. Don't you just love this pup jumping from that cake? What a perfect caption. Isn't Spot a great image to add to your pet's gift? I grabbed a new bone from Zoomie's bag and some treats for this picture. I tell ya...that dog didn't even let me get the bag all the way open until he was at my side. He followed me upstairs and was sniffing my desk trying to get his bone and treats. He had to sit in the hallway until I snapped some shots.

We would love to see your challenge entry, so bop on over to the challenge blog add you entry and good luck on the challenge. Yummy prizes are in store!!!

2010-09-15T12:26:00.000-07:00

Happy Hump Day!

NEWS!!! ***Today is the last day to enter into the S2G blog hop challenge. Visit the challenge blog to check out the blog candy being offered. Some wonderful goodies!!!***

Today I am sharing this super cute image from Bells n Whistles. It is called Beary Big Hugs and isn't it just adorable. I love images by Elizabeth Bell. Her talent is amazing and just fit my cuteness factor.

I was thinking of my son's high school colors and one of the cheers that his girlfriend and the cheerleaders do..."PURPLE POWER". Isn't she and the bear the most squeezable ever??

I used my nesties to frame the image and embossed the background cardstock with a cuttlebug folder. Topped it off using my bow easy bow and added some rhinestones for extra bling. What do you think???

Critters Gone Wild...

2010-09-09T00:01:00.000-07:00

It's Shirley's 2 Girls "Critters Gone Wild" Blog Hop. The design team is saluting the critters in our lives.

The sisters are RELEASING ALL NEW DIGI Stamps that have to do with our 'little 4-legged friends'. Those sisters are going NUTS again with a fabulous BLOG CANDY

package!  Everything from ribbons to glitters! 

We'll have 1 GRAND PRIZE WINNER of the blog candy and 3 critter digis & a 2nd place winner of 2 critter digis!

Here’s how to win….Grab your favorite furry friend and let’s go for a walk around the DT’s blogs! . . On the last stop you will be directed back to the S2G Challenge blog so you can leave us some love. The winners will be selected from the comments left on the Challenge Blog.  

If you walked here from Laurel's blog, then you’re in the right place. If not, head on back to the S2G Challenge blog to start from the beginning. You don’t want to miss a thing!

**Don’t forget ** We also have our regular Twisted Thursday Challenge with the usual TWIST this week~ The TWIST this week is to use ...SPOTS & DOTS. Chances are better to WIN if you use a S2G DIGI or Clear Stamp. We'll also pick someone from this
Challenge to Be a GUEST DT for a CUSTOMER BLOG HOP next month!  Exciting...isn't it!

Today my project is titled Picture Perfect.  I was inspired by a layout I saw in Cardmaker Magazine.  My dp is spotted/dotted and I hand stitched the sides.  I really like making the 6x6 card but need to purchase some envelopes for them.  You can do so much with that size.

I tried to color the pup the same as my Zoom and think it came pretty close.  Here is a close up of the image...

Our Zoom is a Vizsla and is a ball of energy.  He is getting older now and turning gray with less energy but still such a cutie with velvet ears.

Ready for your next stop on your walk…Then head on over to Melissa's blog and hope you had fun while visiting here.

Meow...Meow...

2010-09-02T00:01:00.000-07:00

Today is Nic's first day school. He is now a junior at Puyallup High School. A JUNIOR. That means only this year and next. Two more years before college and he keeps mentioning colleges in New York. We live on the west coast y'all and he is interested in the east coast. That is far away from home. I get being on your own but mom will have to visit no matter what, no matter where. I have never visited the east coast and would love the chance but I will be flying across country a lot!!!

Shirley's 2 Girls is devoting this month to all the wonderful critters out there. My image features this sweet fluffy kitty on her flocked pillow. She looks so comfy.

I embossed my cardstock using my nesties to showcase my image. I added these rhinestone swirls and fun polka dot ribbon. This is the first time I have embossed cardstock and will keep at it. It is fun learning new techniques from others. That is what this whole hobby is about. Over at S2G we have weekly challenges for everyone to share their work and possibly win a free digi. We have also started a tutorial page so stop on over to see something new.

Have a great Thursday!

School's In Session

2010-08-26T00:01:00.000-07:00

I am going to make this a quick one. I am sweating up here in my craft room. We do not have AC in our house and when the temps get in the mid to upper 80’s my craft room gets hit with full sun all afternoon and it is on the top floor. Heat really does rise!!! That’s what I get for not completing things early.

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Today I am featuring my final Back to School summer digi with complimentary designer paper from S2G. This is an altered composition book for my BFF’s daughter to go along with the notebook I featured last week. Her school has already started but I will be mailing these to her tomorrow. I also need to create something for her son and I have some fun things in mind for him. He just needs an altered comp book for younger kids.

Don’t you just love all the added fun school images you can add? I pick a few and cut them out for added fun. I used chipboard letters to personalize the book, now all Erica needs to do is take some notes.

Well night all, have a wonderful day and don’t forget to join in on the challenge over at the S2G Challenge Blog. We have some really cute things in store for you next month.

2010-08-25T00:01:00.000-07:00

Ridin' On a Sled

Wednesday all ready??!!! Time is just zipping by quicker and quicker. Totally crazy but what can you do except enjoy each and every minute.

If you hopped on over here from Leonie's blog you are on the right track. I am the next stop in the Magnolia-licious Christmas All Year Long Blog Hop. If you get lost click on the link for a list of all the participants. Onward.....

Here we have Maggie sitting in the snow ready for a ride down the lane. She just needs someone to push her along. This cute stamp is the last of my RAQ with winter images. Time for a little holiday stamp shopping me thinks. The Magnolia-Licious store has some really super cute new images for this upcoming season AND they have free shipping on orders of $60 or more in the US and Canada...not to mention a surprise gift!!! I used my Basic Grey paper and a snowflake punch along with trying my glitter copics here and there.

I love how her boots came out. Practice makes perfect!!! Now it is time to hop on over to Martina's blog to oohhh and aawww over her project. Don't forget to leave us all some love. See y'all.

2010-08-19T00:01:00.000-07:00

School's Almost Here...

Happy Thursday to y’all. I am writing this Wednesday evening while I watch Big Brother. I really enjoy that show and watching all the silly people, it is also the only thing on at the time. I love that I can read while watching it or surf the net.
I am in a technology slump right now. Our router decided to not work with the Comcast internet update we received on Monday and my practically new cell phone decided to kick the bucket. After an hour on the phone with tech support they it wouldn’t even turn on. I used it all day yesterday, sent my son a text at 10pm them by 10:45 is won’t send texts anymore. Today it won’t call at all & then just nothing. I don’t get it but the new router and cell phone will arrive on Friday.
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Today I am featuring another new Back to School summer digi and complimentary designer paper from S2G. Perfect fun and bright colors to get the kiddos excited to start hitting the books again. I had this idea to make my friend’s daughter a set for school. This week I altered a small notebook that she can take notes in, keep a record or the books she reads, write notes to her friends (not letting the teacher see her pass them in class) or just doodle in. Next week will the other piece to the set.

The image says it all! I have said before I am an avid reader and the girls created the perfect image to relay that. The inside of this notebook has a small flap that I had to dress up just a bit. I didn’t want to add too much glitz and glam because backpacks really ruin things.
Well night all, have a wonderful day and don’t forget to join in on the challenge over at the S2G Challenge Blog.

Thank You....

2010-08-12T00:01:00.000-07:00

Today’s new digi image from Shirley’s 2 Girls is so versatile. This cute freckled guy can be used for so many things. Teachers gifts, birthday & Christmas gift thank you or just as a general Thank You card.

I used cardstock from Stampin Up but both of the dp’s I used are part of the new Back to School summer designer paper from S2G. Perfect fun and bright colors to get the kiddos excited to start hitting the books again. I also used the notebook punch from EK Success. Got that one at Michael's using my 40% off coupon.

Again with the freckles....sooo cute!!! I also love his book bag. Kids now a days have very full super heavy backpacks. With locker's being removed they have to carry their books and binders themselves. I am glad they are allowing home and class textbooks.

The girls have started a new tutorial blog, you have to check it out. Lots of great ideas and tips to try. Have a wonderful Thursday & a fun weekend. We are about to have a heat wave....getting into the 90's. That is pretty hot for us.

BOGO SALE

2010-08-09T22:10:00.000-07:00

Come one ...come all to S2G Buy One Get One Free sale.

Deidre and Kristine are clearing out their clear stamp inventory. All of their clear art stamps are $2.00 or less and now you can take advantage of the BOGO sale. How can you pass that up? Click on the S2G link above to start you shopping spree...race ya over!

Check back on Thursday for another fun new digi with a School time theme. I just completed my project...early I might add...and need to edit it and prepare my post. I am glad I completed my other office work on Saturday. I was behind a few months entering my receipts into my books and had to get everything reconciled. I am the type that must record every penny which can be a real pain at times but such is life. Have a wonderful Tuesday!

2010-08-05T00:00:00.000-07:00

It’s the first Thursday of August. Can you believe it? The S2G girls are prepping us all for SCHOOL. Are you ready? All my son needs is some clothes and let’s hope we find jeans that don’t cost $210 a pair!!! Supplies have been purchased and we picked up shoes at an outlet mall in Oregon as we were traveling home from vacation. I also nabbed a great purse at the Coach outlet. You have to take advantage of 70% off at Coach. It’s just mandatory I tell ya.

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Today’s new digi image from Shirley’s 2 Girls is so sweet. I love to read….am really an obsessive reader. I can blow through a book in hours and remember reading HP 7 in a day. Granted all I did was read, but I just couldn’t put it down. I had to know what happened.

I was blog surfing for an idea and was pointed to the Copic Creations blog. I was inspired to make a bookmark by Judi-Ann using this new bookworm image by S2G. The girls also included the sentiment I used.

Here is a close up so you are able to read the sentiment. It's so is true the adventures that await you.

So pick up a book and READ...READ...READ.

Watermellon Kid

2010-07-29T00:01:00.000-07:00

I am sharing such a fun card today. This summer digi image from Shirley’s 2 Girls is such a cutie. How could you not love that face, those freckles (my son has tons) and his tooth sticking out? Our twist for this week was to use a summer accessory. I was stumped for ideas but my lovely design team filled my inbox with ideas and I was able to pick up these ant brads. I love them. I do have to say this is my most favorite S2G card to date. The summer dp is from S2G and is just wonderful. I created this boxed image card from a tutorial over on Splitcoast stampers.

I used last week’s twist again and added orange to pop out the flowers. Here is a close-up of the image. I cut him out, colored him with copics and added a touch of glitter with my spica clear pen. Just a touch of pizzazz.

Thanks for stopping by. Head over to the store to pick up your image of this cute Watermellon Kid and have some fun with your project. While you are there you can see all the wonderful digital images and paper packages the store has to offer. Have a wonderful weekend!

Summer Fun & a SNR Happy Hour

2010-07-22T00:00:00.000-07:00

I can’t believe it is Thursday again. Where did the week go??? Well Sunday our son went off to football camp over in eastern WA. Their weather is hotter than over on this side of the mountains so I know the Gatorade supply our booster club sent over is being used up. Nic isn’t that great of a communicator (what 16 year old guy is) so I just get one word responses to my text messages. When I ask if it is hot…he says YA. Is he having fun…YA. I don’t get that. Must be because I am girl.

Both hubby and son forgot my birthday on Sunday. I purposely didn’t say a word or leave any hints for them. Makes a gal feel bad, ya know? I gave hubby a break and asked him while we were relaxing Sunday afternoon where he was taking me to dinner. He said what for. So I waited a bit and asked again. He just shook his head. So I then asked him what day it was. Well you could see the gears turning and after a minute while he verified the date on his watch…he said “it’s your birthday”. BINGO!!! So he made up for it in the end & I hope he checks the calendar more often next year. Nic didn’t get it until I almost spelled it out for him, then the light came on.

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Today I have a fun new summer image from Shirley’s 2 Girls. These summer icons are wonderful. So fun and useful for so many things. Perfect for cards as they are but they can be used on your summer scrapbook pages or as a special image with other themes. Our challenge is to incorporate Orange into our project. At first I didn’t associate orange with summer…but just looking at a sunset or sunrise how could you not!!!

I cut the images out & matted each one added some ribbon and a sweet charm. The dp is also from the summer line that the girls created. The colors are just wonderful.

Join in tonight at SNR for the S2G Happy Hour from 5 to 6 pm PST. Several of the design team members will be attending with some fun digis and projects. Bring your favorite drink, imagination and be ready to chat away. Have a wonderful day and check out the rest of the design team’s creations. I have them listed on my S2G Design Team tab above. Have a great Thursday!!!

Time for Twisted Thursday

2010-07-15T00:00:00.000-07:00

HEADLINES: Choose one…

Ready to HIT the waves?
Wanna get cooled off?
Make a Splash...

This week over at S2G we’re gonna get you all WET! They have LOTS of NEW DIGI STAMPS for those long HOT summer days ahead of you! Be sure & check out the S2G SHOP for all your "Summer" digi needs.

Ok now that we’ve got you drooling over some HOT new images, are you ready for this weeks challenge??? Since we’ve already got you wet…the TWIST this week is...You guessed it…WATER, WAVES, WETNESS!

So grab your copics...DPS...embellies & let's get to ROCKIN' this TT Challenge!

I love this sandcastle. I remember visiting Galveston as a kid and even though I was in high school we built castles, swam in the gulf, walked the beach and worked on my tan. The dp is just a hint of the new summer digi papers the girls have created.

Now head on over to the shirleys2girls challenge blog and show us your work! You will find Mr INLINKZ over there to link up your work.

**WARNING** Take your Kleenex we don’t want you to get your computer ALL wet while viewing all of the FAB work by the S2G DT.

Don’t forget that we will select “1” lucky winner that plays this week to win “2 digi stamps” of your choice from the S2G Web Store. You will also get a FAB S2G icon to display proudly on the sidebar of your blog that you were a Twisted Thursday winner. Also visit the S2G blog and sign up for the newsletter. This will keep you update on all the fun, new and exciting happenings going on with the "Ladies"!!

Its S2G CONTEST WEEK...

2010-07-08T00:00:00.000-07:00

SUMMERTIME SPARKS are flying over at S2G!!! We've got a BRAND NEW format for the S2G challenges~
so hold onto your copics...this will be a blow out! Starting this week, the 2nd Thursday of each month
will be a CONTEST WEEK!

Can you say CONTESTS? FREE PRIZES? YES? Get ready for...S2G-TNT WEEK!

The Prizes: We'll have one winner for every 20 entries, up to a max of EIGHT winners!!! Winners will receive an S2G digi image of their choice from the webstore.

How to play: Just upload a card/project using the sketch from the challenge blog to your blog or gallery. Then leave a link to your card/project below using our new friend INLINKZ. If you're uploading to an online gallery, please use tag/keyword S2GSC64. The CONTEST is open to everyone and Shirleys2Girls stamps are NOT required to play along with us. You can play as many times as you like...We just want you to have FUN!

Deadline: The INLINKZ entry widget will close at midnight PT on Wednesday, July 14th, so all entries need to be in before then. Winners will be announced on Friday, July 16.

I am sharing with you Today one of the "NEW" Summer images...

Can't you feel the sand in your toes and the sun beating down on you? Makes me want to head on over to the beach and soak up some rays. Our coast actually reached 90 today. For the Pacific NW that is rare but wonderful when it happens.

Just a closer view of the image. I tried to give her skin more of a pinkish or sun kissed look. I could sure use that look right now. I am quite white but hope to get some sun over the weekend. I hope to relax, read and enjoy our sons baseball tournament games.

I am excited to see your entries so let your creative juices flow.....!

Exciting News...New Look...& we have grass!!!

2010-07-06T19:05:00.000-07:00

To start off I have two very exciting things to share. I have made my first design team...YEEE HAAWW!!! I am so thrilled to have been chosen by Shirleys 2 Girls. These ladies with attitude are wonderful artists that have a love of fur babies & create lovely digital images. My term is for six months and we will be having a ton of fun that we want you all to join in on. Check us out this Thursday for some Summer fun - just click on the sidebar link.

I have also been "published". Suzanne Dean & Marti Wills have a SWEET crafting publication called Through the Craftroom Door that you can subscribe to. The cost is practically nothing compared to all the great ideas I receive from it. Suzanne & Marti have created a really fun product to everyone. So anyway..I am in their latest July/August issue. I submitted a gift set and now my little ole name has been printed! Who would have thought!!!!

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What do you think of my new blog look? I was hopping around one evening and ended on heading over to Sweet Shoppe Designs. I fell in love with this new look and the cost is great for all that is included. I have to say THANK YOU CASSIE for helping me to get past the photo editing portion. She helped so much and has taught me some things along the way. I just love the ribbon separator between posts. This is just such a fun look and the colors are so me.

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We have finally finished our back yard. It has been a long several years but the hydroseed was sprayed last Monday & we have planted the flowers to add some color. The shed has been done for a few months, the deck restained and the deck furniture cleaned up. Here are a few pics of our progress. We now have little baby grass growing. I am sooooo glad this project is finished. Now it is just maintenance time.

Thanks for stopping by...I will have more S2G projects for you this week.

A June Christmas Blog Hop

2010-06-25T05:00:00.000-07:00

Merry June-Christmas and welcome to the Magnolia-licious Christmas All Year Long Blog Hop. I you arrived from Lori Palmer's blog you are on the right track. I am next on the list. Today I am sharing with you this sweet Tilda image. Don't you just love her coat? What fun things you can do with this. I love the fact I could use non-traditional colors. Even though Christmas mainly is reds and greens, I used this wonderful Basic Grey paper pack called Eskimo Kisses and sure enough they used pinks, light blues, soft greens along with the more traditional reds & greens.

I was shocked at how many copics I really ended up using and did I write them down before I put them away...NO. Next time I will do better. Promise. It is a little late for me - not like putting this off to the last minute and I need to hit the hay for work tomorrow.

Here she is all close and personal. I tried to straighten the picture but my photo program isn't the best for editing. I am using Corel Photo Album 7 and would love your suggestions. I don't think I need something too high tech just easier to work with.

You can visit the Christmas blog for a full listing of all the participants along with a neat slide show of our projects. Now it is time to hop on over to Marcia's blog. Thanks for stopping by! Hugz.

Father's Day Take 2...

2010-06-22T21:10:00.000-07:00

This is the Father's Day card I made for my hubby. I used another one of Karen's Doodles images called Time to Relax. This is a great visual for my guy. We have the hammock and pillow (purchased at Pottery Barn) but our weather has just been the worst lately and he has not been able to put up his posts. He has decided to build a pergola above it. I know is will be super. He decided no screws or nails...he will be using mortice and tendons. He is a wood worker at heart.

I kept it simple so he could just see himself already taking a nap. If only our pup was as good as this one. With us completing the back yard, putting in flowers & plants and leveling the dirt for hydorseed (IF it ever stops raining) Zoom thinks he can just start to dig in the planter areas and all over the yard. Tomorrow while I am at work and Nic is at football camp he will be in time out! In his kennel in the garage watching soaps. That will show him who is boss!!!

Just a close up for ya. Our hammock is great red sunbrella fabric so I decided the rope should match. How peaceful.

Happy Father's Day #1

2010-06-20T22:31:00.000-07:00

I found a new digi artist called Karen's Doodles and this wonderful image is called Top Chef and totally fits my dad. He works in the food distribution industry and is a wizard at the grill.

I used the It's A Guy's Thing papers from CTMH and did some hand stitching as an added touch. I don't have a ton of male embellishments so I added some buttons. My dad received it in time and was even going to fire up the grill tonight. I tried to keep the card simple.

Here is a close up of the chef with his trusty friend waiting for something to fall on the ground. All he needs is some chicken and vegetable kabobs. That would be super yummy. Now...if our rain would stop we just might be able to do some grilling.

I WON!!!

2010-05-27T20:56:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow is the soon to be released collection Hearts and Hugs - Summer Collection designed by the Magical and Oh So Fun Artistry of Victoria Case for SCACD Stamp Co. I will tell you these images make you think of getting together with Friends, summer breezes and vacation travel!!! Victoria weaves such a wonderful magic that you see these images come to life.

What makes this collection even more FUN if you buy the set of 7 images there will be 2 bonus accessory stamps ONLY available with the set!!!

And guess what.....I am one of the lucky winners of the blog candy give away!!!!!! I am so excited and overwhelmed. Susana & Suzanne are so super sweet. I can't even gather my thoughts to relay to you how happy I am. I hope THANK YOU will work!

I wish you all a wonderful weekend! Be safe & have some fun. Check out the blog hop being done tomorrow by Susana's talented design team. Hop on over to the store's blog for more details.

Happy Anniversary Mom & Dad

2010-05-22T22:41:00.000-07:00

My parents will be celebrating their 43rd wedding anniversary on the 25th and I wanted to create a card just for them. I am a little late in mailing this since it has to travel from WA to UT...but they won't mind. I will give them both a quick email and phone call on the "day" so they will know I didn't forget. I am their one & only so it is all up to me!

I decided to use this super sweet image by Elizabeth Bell and Bells 'n Whistles Stamps called Sweet Love. Isn't that just perfect? Summer, the owner of Belles 'n Whistles is one of four stores in the US that is working exclusively with EB and her stamps are just super cute.

I dp I used is from K&Co. called Classic K (I think). I just love all the colors and paper choices this pack had. I tried to keep it neutral so my dad didn't get something too feminine. I am learning more & more about shading with my copic markers. The cardstock I used is from PTI and on their website they have a chart that tells you what color copics work in conjunction with their colors. For me that is a tremendous help.

I added a close up shot of the image so you can really see the cuteness factor! I used this week's sketch by Jen del Muro. I just love her sketches & decided to give it a try for this card. She has some lovely ideas on her website.

Have a lovely rest of the weekend and don't forget the LOST series finally is tomorrow night. This is a must see and I am sad to see it leave the air but I know the ending will be great. Have a lovely evening.

2010-05-12T20:50:00.000-07:00

Hanging around on a Wednesday evening!

Tonight I would like to share a super cute image from Elizabeth Bell and Belles 'n Whistles. I am answering the call for a design team member with Belles 'n Whistles. The wonderful owner Summer has four spots open and the ladies on the team are just amazing. I created a birthday card for my BFF that will arrive to her late. I misjudged my time but will send her wishes in other ways. This just keeps the celebration coming!

I used the super cute Smile stamp. She is just hanging out on a limb enjoying her day. Isn't she a cutie? I just love the hat she is wearing.

The dp is from Basic Grey and the cardstock is from PTI. I custom colored the flowers with my copics. I love how you can customize white flowers...and don't you just love the bella baubles?

Sorry I am not very interesting today..I think I am getting punchy. Have a great evening.

2010-05-07T21:33:00.000-07:00

Mother's Day Blog Carnival

Today at the Craft Critique Blog you will see a wonderful list of Mother's Day gifts....and I am one of them. This is my first "spotlight" so hop on over & check out all the fabulous ideas. Pass the word on, lets all share the love.

Have a wonderful weekend and a happy Mother's Day to all the mom's and grandmother's out there.

2010-05-04T22:11:00.000-07:00

Gift for Mom

I created a simple Mother's Day card for my mom using the beautiful Lockhart "Rose of Sharon" stamp. These stamps are just so lovely. Karen Lockhart creates just beautiful stamps and Susana carries a wonderful selection in her store. I added Diamond Glaze to the flowers to add some pop and I embossed the card with one of my cuttle bug plates. Below is her gift...

Using this wonderful designer paper from SU called Persian (I think) and Bahama Breeze cardstock. This dp was only offered for a limited time and I just love it. I hope it comes back sometime. The monogrammed stamp is from JustRight Stampers. I love the possibilities you have with these stamps. The gift options are plenty.

I created a set of eight cards with decorated envelopes.

2010-04-25T00:01:00.000-07:00

April's Christmas All Year Long Blog Hop....

For this month's blog hop I am using this super cute Tilda image along with Basic Grey's yummy paper Eskimo Kisses. I just loved this new paper pack and am so glad I am able to put it to use. With the weather we have had today...this image sure fits. Super crazy but no snow flakes...just some hail now and then. The magnolialicious group has this fun event the 25th of every month and it is a great inspiration and kick in the rear to get my Christmas cards going. Now when October/November rolls around, I will have a head start.

Please check out the entire list of ladies who are participating over at the main blog. You can also view a great slide show of all the creations. The next person on the hop is Marcia. I know she will have something wonderful to show you. Thanks for stopping by & have a wonderful day!!!

Easter Bunnies for Grandma

2010-03-31T22:43:00.000-07:00

Happy Thursday to you all....

Wow...my second day in a row posting a project. What is up with that?? All I can say is I have read a ton of books on my Kindle (love it & really enjoy those FREE books!) and am ready for a change. I need to get these spurts of creative energy when I have time to get things completed...not scramble to get them done and in the mail. Oh well, I know these will be late.

This super cute bunny was a free digi from Shirleys2girls. We had a fun party on March 13th but I had to leave early to shop for a tie. Needless to say...I am a bit late finishing my project but that is life.

I knew my grandma would appreciate this cutie. I altered a composition book using directions from StampTV. Gina K has very easy to follow directions along with perfect sizes. I have done these before but having size guidelines makes it much easier and faster.
Here is a closeup of the image with its cute sentiment. Stop on over at SNR Card Universe and join the S2G group. The group has a great bunch of gals!

2010-03-31T18:31:00.001-07:00

Did I do that????

That is the theme for this super cute Mo's Digital Pencil "Sam in Trouble" image. I just can't resist his cute little face. Takes me back to the time my little guy (who is now 16 and 6'4") found a marker for clothing and colored his sheets and part of the wall. When I went into his bedroom he had that same look on his face. It was totally my fault that I had left the marker in his top drawer where it should have been safe from little guys...but it wasn't. Nic didn't get in trouble, but we had to prime and paint the wall and the sheets still have the markings on them. When I use those sheets I put the "decorated" part at the feet and no one knows.

What do you think???

Brrrr....

2010-03-25T00:01:00.000-07:00

Welcome to another Magnolia-licious Christmas All Year Long Blog Hop...and yes it is only March 25th. This is a wonderful to stock up on your holiday cards and gifts. It get the inspiration flowing. We have a very wet seven day forecast here in the Pacific Northwest and next week is spring break. What a perfect time to take advantage of getting things done. I am taking a few days off of work next week to take care of some things for Nic while he is out of school. I am also in desperate need of a foil & can't wait for Tuesday. I shouldn't put this off for so long...it makes me a little crazy.

On to the hop....I experimented with my copics to try and make her fluff white. You will have to tell me how I did. It was fun trying something new. I created a basic gift card holder for you today. This could be wrapped up in a box or added to a stocking.

This cute Maggie is holding a card from my favorite coffee spot. Bring on the grandee, skinny vanilla, 190 degree no foam latte. I drink those all the time, even in the summer. Cold coffee just isn't my thing...but I love my hot coffee...YUMMO!!!
I turned the dp inside out so I wouldn't detract from my image and add something special inside (besides the gift, and isn't that what they really want). I made a few of these several years ago and my mom recycled them this past Christmas. I thought that was a wonderful idea. She said they were so cute she didn't want to throw them away. Please visit our Magnolia-licious Christmas blog. They have a great slide show of all the goodies along with links to the store where you can shop till you drop.

Please hop on over to visit Marcia and her wonderful creation. I thank you for stopping by and hope you enjoy the last weekend in March. I just can't believe we are almost to Easter...I have some bunnies almost ready to post. Hippity Hoppity....Easter's on its way!

Christmas in February

2010-02-25T06:59:00.000-08:00

Happy blog hop Thursday. Two more days and it will be the weekend...and can you believe it is almost March. Our son turned 16 in January and we celebrated our 21st wedding anniversary on Feb 18th (got some extra special bling at Christmas). WOW!!! That is all I can say.

Today several of the Magnolia-licious yahoo members are participating in a monthly Christmas blog hop. This is a wonderful group of very creative people that inspire me daily. They truly create works of art! Diana is the wonderful owner of the Magnolia-Licious Store where you can purchase these cute Tilda stamps along with Edwin & all their great friends. Click on the link about to visit her online store. If you came from Lori Palmer's blog you are on the right track.

I created this Tilda with presents card using CTMH cardstock, DP and ink. The image was cut with my nestability die and I distressed the edges with my sanding block and ink. Her skin and wings were colored with my copics. I just love how they blend. I continue to become more confident using them. If you would like some great tutorials, check out Suzanne's blog. She is just amazing & someone I follow (stalk...whatever hehe) daily. She knows me so it's ok...right Suzanne :). Now hop on over to Marcia Butler's blog to continue the fun.

Have a wonderful day. SMILE!!!

Super Sweet 16

2010-01-15T11:59:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Nic!

Today my son turns 16. That statement alone just makes we want to cry. I don't know why, but it does. None of my birthdays have caused me any issues nor have any of my hubbie's or any of Nic's other birthdays, but this one is. Hard to believe my little guy has grown up and is much bigger than me. I have to stand on my tippie toes to kiss his cheek & he picks me up to give him a hug. I so love the man he is becoming.

I made this simple card for him using one of Mo's images. You can find this image HERE. Tonight after his party, a few of the guys are having a Call of Duty fest. Besides playing football and baseball...this is one of his favorite things to do. He is able to put on his headphones and play with all his friends.

My inspiration for the sketch is from Miss "Dirty Dozen" Suzanne. She used this card layout and I thought it would be nice to try out. I kept the card very simple being it is for a guy. I was going to add buttons but hubby thought our son wouldn't care one way or the other. That is true. He is more interested in what came with it...but that has been in our driveway for several months just waiting for this moment. He is excited to take his test next Saturday. Then a whole new set of worries begin.

Just a perfect image for any teen. Mo has some nice ones for guys & girls. I think I am getting better at using my copic's. What do you think? Can't wait to take an "online" class from Suzanne. She is the best and has some great video tutorials.

Well off to work for me. Lunch is over then it is party prep time. Hope y'all have an excellent weekend.

Happy Thursday to All...

2009-12-10T10:26:00.000-08:00

What a sunny & BRRR cold Thursday we are having. It has been wonderful to see the blue sky and sun shining...but the temps in the low teens and even single digits is just not normal for us. Several people I know have had their pipes freeze and one even had their furnace conk out. What a time to have that happen. Their house got down to 39 degrees INSIDE, but is it all fixed and should be warm and toasty now.

Today I have a few more Christmas cards for you. My intention was to have all handmade cards for this year...but it just isn't going to happen. I should have about a dozen for those extra special family & friends and the rest will receive cards I purchased. I will work on it for next year and not leave it to the end of November. What a silly girl I am.

I have been racking my brain to remember the name of the company where I purchased these stamps, but it is lost in the abyss. I did get them at a local stamping show held in our fairgrounds. I love the quilted look they have.

I added liquid glass to the ornament to give it some added texture and kept the layout the same for what I thought would be a more speedy way to make them. It was easier...but not as speedy as I had hoped. Just goes to show you I need to do this on a regular basis. Practice makes perfect.

Again I used a layout from Suzanne. She is just amazing and a real inspiration. I really enjoy all of her work & what a sweetheart. She is so willing to help all of us out. She gladly shares her knowledge and has made numerous videos that I watch over & over. You need to check out her site. Have a wonderful weekend & keep WARM!

Lockhart Christmas

2009-12-03T00:00:00.000-08:00

Happy Thursday Friends. It just boggles my mind that we are in December and about to start a brand new year. I don't know why this year has flown by so fast to me. One of those things I guess. I am hoping everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoyed their Black Friday shopping.

Today I would love to share the start of my Christmas cards. I am using these super cute Lockhart Itty Bitty stamps from Susana's store. This is a super stocking and she stocks several more. I will have those posted later on as I get mine made.

I am using a design by Suzanne Dean. She showcased this last year and I just had to make some up this year. I used my Nestabilites label one dies and they are just perfect. So easy to use and a great touch to showcase your image.
I used some liquid glaze and sparkles on the stocking and this BasicGrey paper is just so fun. That gold touch is from my copic spica glitter pen. I only have this one but they are sure going on my Christmas list. Thank you Susana for sharing this one with me. It is perfect!!

I would also like to take a moment to offer my heartfelt prayers for the families of the four Lakewood Police officers who were gunned down in cold blood over the weekend. It is such a tragedy and just senseless. These officers put themselves in harms way to protect us. All these officers were doing is working on reports at a local coffee shop. Now there are children with out their father or mother; a husband without his wife and wives without their husbands. May God bless them and their families.

S2G Design Team Call

2009-11-28T22:56:00.000-08:00

Shirley's2Girls is having a design team call to start off the new year. What a fun challenge and I am keeping my fingers crossed. I used the super cute Baguette's Accessory. Just love this cutie pie. The image reminds me of our beloved Scotty dog we had when I was in high school. He was such a sweetie. S2G is going all digital in the new year and they are having a super duper huge 45% off sale on all of their existing stamps. Click on the link to hop on over and grab some great deals. Once the are gone...they are gone.

I used this image for my mom's birthday. She is lucky (or not..considering your point of view) to have her birthday in December. It is actually 5 days before my dad's. Two birthdays right before Christmas. Glad they love cards!!!

This is a closeup of the cutie-puttie. He (yes a little guy can have a bow) is ready to hit the mall and shop away.

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and didn't break the bank over the weekend.

2009-11-12T21:52:00.000-08:00

2009 Puyallup High School Homecoming

Nic and Kelly

What a cute couple don't ya think? She looked lovely in her dress and I really liked the black/white/red combo. They had a great time and enjoyed a great after party.

Wow...he keeps looking older and older. Hard to believe Nic is a sophomore in high school and will be 16 in two months and driving his car that has been sitting in the driveway waiting. I am not ready for the increase in insurance rates nor the worries driving brings with it. The freedom will be great...but can I deal with it!

S2G Blog Hop!

2009-10-24T09:50:00.001-07:00

Today's is a Sirhley's2Girls members blog hop. Below are two cute free digi's that I had some fun with.

Don't you think these are fun? Join us over on SNR and become a member! How about a prize? In addition to the fabulous eye candy, we have decided to hide a prize somewhere along the hop! One pre-selected blogger will draw a random winner from the comments on her post, and the winner will receive a free stamp from Shirley’s2Girls. The fun part is...we're not telling you who it is! So as you hop, make sure you leave comments on every post so you have a chance to win!! We will announce the winner on Monday in the SNR S2G Forum.

Thanks so much for stopping by! Now it's time to hop on over to Ellen's blog to see her fabulous creations! Enjoy the hop & have a wonderful Saturday.

2009-10-05T07:00:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday friends...and can you believe we are into October? I know it's the 5th, but didn't school just get out yesterday? Summer zoomed on by and now we are into fall. I am thankfully on the mend...just dealing with a cough that is being stubborn. It still makes my voice go crazy at times. I go from being normal to sultry to a croaky frog, hehe. Hubby is fighting the beginnings of something & so far (fingers & toes crossed) our son is good to go. He is way toooo busy to be a sickie. Football later this afternoon...straight from work to the field.

Today's projects are a highlight of two of the three challenges I entered for World Card Making Day. The first was from Magnolia-licious and it was to make an ornament. Nice to do something different & make me think outside the box. We could use any image and I choose to use the new Lockhart Holiday Window from Susana's store. These are just so sweet and a ton of fun.

I used liquid glaze on the candles and even added Shimmerz in Royal Red to that wonderful hand made flower for an added effect. Wynneth was such a sweetie to make some for me. They are just adorable and so versatile.

My second entry was for the Sugar Nellie challenge. This cutie is a Sugar Nellie stamp called Pen Pal created by Elizabeth Bell. Isn't she just a cutie? I just love Elizabeth's images and will be collecting them all. I used the yummy Basic Gray -Lemonade paper and the card stock was from CTMH. This was so much fun to use & will serve as my MIL's card since today is her birthday. We were going to take her out to dinner tonight but she had other plans. She did say birthday's can be celebrated for up to two weeks after the actual date. I didn't know that & will use that from here on out. Happy Birthday Phyllis!

I hope everyone has a super week.

2009-10-04T20:48:00.000-07:00

Welcome to World Card Making Day

I am on a time crunch to get this post in. I created this sweet Lockhart image for Susana's challenge. We needed to use Christmas colors and a stamp from the store. Well here you go...I also used paper from the store.

I love using this stamp. Just so relaxing & using liquid glaze on the apples makes them look so yummy.
Hope you had a great weekend. I am starting to feel better...but now Steve's throat is hurting. What is up with the sharing?

Happy Anniversary Susana!!!

2009-09-26T09:32:00.001-07:00

Are you ready for some....NEW STAMPS??!!! This is a super duper, exciting time for all of us. Two artists and one release date.

For those of you who know me...I have a wonderful and very generous friend Susana who a year ago started an online store with wonderful stamps & craft supplies. She is celebrating her first year anniversary. In true Susana style she is giving us the gifts instead of receiving them. Run... don't walk on over to the store's blog for a chance to win some yummy blog candy!

2009-09-19T08:32:00.000-07:00

Happy Saturday to ya...today I am showing off a beautiful image from WOJ titled "Melinda blowing kisses". I have several images from Whiff of Joy through various swaps. Who can resist images from Elizabeth Bell? I sure can't. She is such a talented artist.

I made this birthday card for a very sweet lady who owns a wonderful online store full of stamps, paper, embellishments, great tools & the best customer service in the world! Her SCACD group is full of super ladies who generously offer their time & talents for everyone to learn from.
These picture were taken with my old camera & I am hoping with my new one I get better at it. I need to have more patience with my photo program and take the time to learn. I used Shimmerz Spritz...can't you tell?

I am hoping to have time today to create some goodies but tonight we are at the PHS varsity football game. This is our first away game and our first Saturday night game. So far the varsity team is 1-1 and the JV team is 2-0. Nic dresses for Varsity & has yet to play but he plays most of the JV game. Makes you wonder....hehe. I am hoping to post some pics tomorrow. I need to go through them all and arrange them. The new camera is great,but with the rapid shutter I get a lot of pictures. Better to have more than miss anything!! Have a great day.

2009-09-17T17:09:00.000-07:00

Pizza Anyone...

This is my first attempt at making a pizza box gift card set. I used these wonderful Lockhart images from Susana's store. These are just a basic card set and I have learned alot from making them. It is better to decorate your box after the cuts are made and before you tape it together. This set is going in the "use some & chuck the rest" pile, but I can see where to improve my skills. That is what I love about papercrafting.
Please give me your thoughts & suggestions. I really would love to hear from you and learn of ways to improve. Thanks!!! Have a great Friday & a super weekend.

S2G Digi Challenge

2009-09-13T19:22:00.000-07:00

The weekend is almost over & it will be back to work for me tomorrow. Nic is playing in the JV game tomorrow evening against Decatur. I sure hope they do better than varsity did Friday night. Not the best game played & to loose it in the last two seconds is just the pits. They should have put in the tall wide receiver standing on the sidelines..hehe. We would have won for sure!!!

I made this treat bag with the digi we were given. I used a template from SCS and decorated the image using CTMH markers & ink. I used a qtip to add background color. I need to find a better way, any suggestions? What do you use in small areas? Have a wonderful week. Look at my posts....I am on a roll!!!

2009-09-12T10:51:00.000-07:00

An Altered Journal Saturday

I made this for a friends birthday and didn't realize I had remembered to take a picture. Suprise...suprise I did. Tells me I also need to spend some time organizing my pictures in the computer. I don't know why but I love altering composition journals. I gobble them up when it is back to school sale time & make gift with them. I am sure my friends & family are tired of them but I haven't had a negative response yet.

Hope you have a wonderful weekend. We are enjoying some more summer weather & happy for it. Football is on the menu along with our first attempt at barbecuing a prime rib on our rotisserie grill. It should be nummy. We tried a briskit but the seasoning was ok but not a receipe we will try again.

Almost TGIF!!!

2009-09-10T03:00:00.000-07:00

Happy almost Friday to y'all. I am so glad yesterday is over. I was able to spend my lunch hour visiting the dentist to get a filling. It is one of my most favorite things to do - hehe...NOT. Thank goodness that stuff is all done & over with for at least six months. Our weather is making a summer comeback and we are moving into the low to mid 80's for a few days. Perfect timming for the Friday night football game. I hope to post some pics from last weeks football game taken with my new SLR camera & zoom lense. Love..love...love the ability to just hold down the shutter & it clicks away!

Today I am sharing this wonderful EB image exclusive to Susana's store. She is titled Susan after one of the design team members. These stamps are just so sweet & great to work with. I used CTMH markers on this one & added flower soft, a pretty bow made with the Bow Easy and a sweet charm. Great goodies you can also purchase at Susana's store. She has the best customer service around!!

The sentiment is from a SU set given to me & I sprayed the image with Shimmerz Spritz. Love that sparkle...and I used a MS punch on the border. I was inspired by a layout that Suzanne Dean had on her blog the other day. I did a close up of the image for you. Please let me know what you think.
Have a wonderful day & I might suprise you by posting another project.

I found some MOJO!!!

2009-09-07T13:24:00.001-07:00

Happy Labor Day to you...

I am sitting in my craft room enjoying the quiet. The guys are at football practice and I am enjoying the storm blowing through our area. The window is open a bit to fell & smell the breeze and the rain is falling in spurts. I am glad I am not sitting at the stadium...these moments are precious and relaxing. I will be baking a turkey in a bit for dinner. My hubby likes to take his lunch (he works all around the City of Tacoma) and he is trying to eat healthier. I try to cook up extra chicken, turkey or pork roasts for leftovers. What a perfect day to have a turkey. Well enough of my chatter...I want to share a project.

This sweet image is from Belles 'n Whistles and is a new Elizabeth Bell Image titled Lemonade Anyone? I just love EB stamps. What a wonderful artist she is!

I made this image holder for a sweet lady. She made me some beautiful croched flowers & I am sending off some stamped images she would like. I used copics; DCWV paper; Bazzill flowers and Shimmerz Sprits (that the wonderful & fabulous Susana sells in her store...Shimmerz is 30% off right now!). I used cotton candy to make the flowers pink & baby's breath on my image. It's yummy!

This is the inside of the image holder. I borrowed this folder from Jodi . It's fast & easy and better then just putting the images in the mail all by themselves. This way I am able to showcase my work & make someone feel special. That's all for today. Keep a lookout...I just might have more for you to see this week. :)

Harry Potter-Half Blood Prince

2009-07-06T09:03:00.000-07:00

The wait is just about over!!! Can we say AMEN. I have almost finished the book (for the ?? time). I know the movie will differ & I am prepared for that when I see it, I just like to refresh my memory. It is also interesting to see how/where the changes were made. My hubby thinks I am crazy at my age loving this series like I do, but he has his Rocky. So I have to wait for the 17th due to Nic's football camp, but that is fine. I am off that day & it is the day before my birthday so it will start the weekend off with a bang!!! Also, ABC Family is showing the Harry Potter movies starting the 8th I believe. Don't forget!!!

9th Grade Dance

2009-06-21T18:42:00.000-07:00

The group infront of their stretch hummer

Nic & I

Megan & Nic

I just had to share some pics of Nic's befoe dance photo op for parents. What a bunch of great looking kids.

Rose of Sharon

2009-06-11T07:00:00.000-07:00

Today I am using inspiration from a card Suzanne Dean has done. She has this sentiment in a stamp & I just loved it. I used my printer to recreate it and my new Lockhart stamp Rose of Sharon. This sweet stamp is from Susana's store and it was just introduced in May.

I used CTMH designer paper along with royal red Shimmerz.

I finished it off with some beautiful Bella Baubles. I just love these. They really add some nice touches to your projects. I used my copics to color the image and distressed the image & sentiment using my CTMH ink. I just love the look when you slightly distress things.

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I am having so much fun being the guest designer. This has been a wonderful opportunity to get my creative juices flowing. Thank you all for your wonderful comments. More is on the way.

Sweet Elly

2009-06-10T21:15:00.000-07:00

This cutie is Elly from Fairy Song Art Stamps and I purchased her from Susana's store.

Isn't she just too precious?! I have been in a class for work all day then straight off to my son's baseball game. Finally a moment to get this post up for the day, although late and to see all the goodies over at Follow Your Heart. Check out the sneak peaks of Anki's Sweethearts for SCACD. She is releasing a new set of stamps. The deisgn team is featuring them on their blogs.

Sorry such a short post for today. It's off to bed for me to start the process all over again....where is that winning lottery ticket?!

Try It Out Tuesday - Happy Father's Day

2009-06-09T03:30:00.000-07:00

The head of the SCACD design team is the one & only Suzanne Dean (check out her yummy blog). She gave me a heads up on the challenge for my SCACD Stampers Spotlight week. Each week the design team posts their lovely challenge creations on the store's blog, Follow Your Heart. I needed to make a Father's Day card & small gift. What great timing for me. With my busy schedule I am so happy to have my Dad all taken care of before his special day...and I even have time to pop it in the mail. Suzanne had posted a gift using these great popcorn boxes she found at Michales. They are perfect. Well I was inspired so I stopped by JoAnns & found them on clearance. Score!!

My dad is a total kid at heart & the biggest tease of them all. I remember as a kid I had to tell him to "stop teasin' me". It never worked & I am grateful he never did. I love those memories. Well my dad never got a boy...just me but I was a total tomboy so I made up for it.

This wonderful cutie Stuart & puppy is by Eat Cake Graphics. Susana has this guy along with a ton of other wonderful stamps. You have your choice of Lockhart's, Anki's Sweethearts, Victoria Case, Fairy Song Art Stamp & she will have some exclusive Elizabeth Bell stamps next month! So exciting. I used some of my Close To My Heart stash of paper and colored these guys with a combo of CTMH markers & copics. The more I use my copics...the more I fall in love with them. I am slowly growing my collection.I will be filling that popcorn bucket with my dad's favorite candy, Boston Baked beans along with some yummy popcorn. I was going to add his fav, Mountain Dew but I knew the post office might have issues with liquids and I mail all my packages after they close. Oh well...I will include a coupon for him to use. Make sure you stop by the store blog tomorrow....some very exciting things will be happening. Susana has been planning some really BIG FUN and you don't want to miss it!! Word just in...the baby's breath spritz in now in stock. How is that for superb customer service.

2009-06-08T03:30:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday Everyone!!!

I am so excited to be the special guest designer for SCACD. This group of very talented ladies is just amazing. Susana has a wonderful online store with fabulous stamps, lots of shimmer, shine & sparkly bling along with other great goodies you can add to your creations. Susana’s group over on Paper Craft Planet is a blast.

On to my creation. I just love this Lockhart Beach Chair. It is such a fun stamp & always brings a smile to my face. I can just picture the sun, sand & waves rolling over my feet as I relax the day away. Maybe one day I will have purchased that winning lottery ticket but for now, I will make do with the stamp (he he).

I used more of the free downloaded paper that was a part of the Stampin’ Out Alzheimer's week. This paper was contributed by Libby Weifenbach. I just love the bright colors.

A closer look at the image for you. All I need is some of the shimmerz spritz everyone is raving about. Susana is out of stock of the baby's breath at the moment but more in on the way. I know it is the first thing I will be ordering.

Have a wonderful day and stop on by tomorrow. I will have something special for you to see.

Nutcrafters Designs Design Team Call

2009-06-01T14:30:00.000-07:00

After my exciting news over the weekend, I came across a new design team call for Nutcrafters-Nutshells. I had to take the chance. If you never do, then you never will get to try. Using the sketch and the free digi download this is the card I created. I used Wisteria from Basic Gray, CTMH cardstock & markers along with the copics that I have. I colored flowers to match and used Bella Baubles that I purchased from Susana's store. The sentiment is from SU. What a great sketch. I am keeping this for furture inspiration. Thank you Nikki (the first DT member) for creating it.

Stampin Out Alzheimers

2009-05-31T20:08:00.000-07:00

Today is the last day for Stampin Out Alzheimers and they have raised over $6500. The original goal was $2500 & after they went beyond that the goal was changed to $5000. Well as you can tell they beat that...plus. I entered a few challenges with my major mojo and this is what I came up with. This card is for the challenge sponsored by Susana's store. What a lovely sketch Suzanne came up with. I used the Lockhart image Rose of Shanon from Susana's store. The dp is the Wisteria line from Basic Grey and I used my Close To My Heart markers.

I used this altered notebook for two challenges. The paper, label & embelies were a free download by Libby Weifenbach. This is her Flip Flop Tan digital mini kit that was offered to all SOA members. What fun summer colors. I can see lots of projects using these papers. I used Liquid Glass from CTMH on the flowers.

Well time to finish helping Nic with his cooking requirements. He had to prepare 6 things for others. Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!

Busy Weekend

2009-05-31T19:32:00.000-07:00

First I have to tell you about my exciting news. I am a part of a great bunch of ladies over on PCP. We are all involved with Susana's store (notice my left hand side bar blinkies). Well this SCACD group has some very talented design team members with Suzanne Dean as the lead designer. Well I have been racking my brain to see what I could do to be a member of that team. So to make a long story short I made a suggestion about our PCP group to Susana & between her and Suzanne they will be featuring a different guest designer from our group every third week. Guess who is the first.....ME!!! I am so blown away and totally excited. This news has shot my mojo to outer space. I so created all weekend. I will be featured the week of June 8th. YIPPIEEE!! For now check out the store's blog at Hearts & Hugz to see all the wonderful projects from the design team.

Stampin' Out Alzheimer's

2009-05-22T09:25:00.000-07:00

I have to let you know of a fabulous event that will be happening next week (May 25th thru the 31st) for Alzheimer’s. It's called Stampin' Out Alzheimer’s and will be a huge challenge and contest site all next week to raise money for research & funding for Alzheimer’s. The cost to enter, play & win is $5 a person (good for the entire week) and we'd love to have you join us. Susana's store is hosting a sketch challenge & the prizes include an entire set of Victoria Case for SCACD stamps (9 stamps), a pack of Dovecraft paper & some fun embellies! You can check out the site & join up by clicking on the link/widget on my sidebar!! And tell your friends too!!

Hope you all have a fabulous day, a wonderful weekend and a safe Memorial Day!!

Happy Birthday Chelle

2009-05-13T06:00:00.000-07:00

I am just so excited to wish Michelle a Happy Birthday today. One reason is just cuz she is just the best friend anyone could have & she is the sister of my heart. How many people are blessed to still be so close with their friend from their youth? I am one of those people. I met Chelle when I was 8 years old. My family had just moved to a new area of Boise, ID and being an only child my mom suggested I knock on the doors of the houses down my street and see if there were any kids my age. After meeting one boy about a year older, I knocked on another door and the nice lady said she had two daughters. One my age and one a year older.

Here we are.....32 years later and that daughter that was my age is still the best est. We have endured living in separate states; hours of phone calls; letters; summers spent together; going to college together; several boyfriends; marriages; kids; sickness and her divorce. I so wish I could help her through all the illness she is suffering through along with the pain she is enduring. She knows how much she is loved and that she will be healthy and happy again. Here is to a new year and all the wonderful things it will bring her and her kids!!!!!

Me & Chelle at Disneyland in 06. She was in pain but she still smiled.

Adam & Chelle. She had just been through a second surgery & was able to enjoy Disneyland only due to the wheelchair. What a blessing that was for her. The walking would have done her in.

LOVE YA, HUN!!!!

Susana's Blog Candy

2009-05-11T14:45:00.000-07:00

Susana has some super duper BIG FUN (yaha...we love it) over on her store blog. There are sneak peaks, blog candy, a blog hop & a new designer......Victoria Case for SCACD. Click on the Follow Your Heart link to the left & read all about it. What a great weak we have in store for us!!!

Get ready to P-A-R-T-Y!!

An Award

2009-05-11T12:20:00.000-07:00

My friend Beth has given me an award. It has been awhile since I have received one & I really appreciate her for thinking of me. Here are the rules...

1. I need to tell you 7 things about me/things that I love

2. I need to pass this on to 7 fellow bloggers that I enjoy & let them know about the award

Here are my seven things....

1. My family!!! There are way more than 7 people but my husband & son are #1

2. Reading

3. Crafting

4. Coffee (Dr. Pepper, but I am not doing that anymore)

5. Nature (Hikes, camping, camp fires & listening to all the sounds)

6. my bed

7. Friends

Now to list the seven I am happy to give this award to...

1. Tanjii

2. Danni

3. Lynn

4. Shannon

5. Suzanne

6. Heidi

7. Cheri

Monday with Mom

2009-04-27T07:30:00.000-07:00

More Mother's day projects for you today. I followed the April sketch challenge on Susana's PCP Fans of Karen Lockhart group. The sketch called for itty bity's, but I didn't have any so I improvised. This beach chair is wonderful & is getting me in the mood for summer.
I took a $1 book from Michaels, altered it some to match my card and will be giving it as a gift. I really like to alter these books & the more I do it the better I get. Just a few more gift sets to go. One for my MIL and my best friend Michelle. She is going through a nasty divorce & is suffering from active TB with two young kids. She needs someone to think of her on Mother's day & I want her to feel there is a light at the end of this portion of her life. Things will improve & she will recover both emotionally and physically.

Gifts for Grandma

2009-04-26T10:44:00.000-07:00

I am on to Mother's day gifts and this is for my grandma. She lives in Idaho (where I was born) and writes everything down. She also dates everything. I mean everything. From notes to toothpaste to canned foods. It always amazed me that everything in her pantry had a date. An excellent idea for some things, but toothpaste? It wasn't like she had purchased 12 tubes. LOL Looking back now that I am older, I really appreciate having those dates. It helps to set a time line for events in our lives.
I used my new Lockhart "Lilac in Pitcher" from Susana's store. She has some great specials going on now & when you purchase 4 regular Lockhart stamps, you will receive a free Itty Bity Lockhart. She also has the shimmerz I used. What a wonderful product. So versatile!!

Easter Dragon

2009-04-14T09:49:00.000-07:00

I thought these cute free digi images from Dustin Pike were sweet. Who could resist this dragon waiting to fill his basket with eggs? I used two different sketches for these cards. I wanted to make them individual, but use the same image.

Vacation in Vegas

2009-04-13T18:40:00.001-07:00

We spent part of Nic's spring break in Vegas. With the plane tickets we had left over from last year's canceled vacation (Dad's leg amputation) we decided to get some sun & spring training baseball. With spring training almost over we opted to catch the last game at Cashmen field in Vegas. We stayed at Mandalay Bay.
Steve & Nic at our Freemont Street "experience". I could not get a picture with Nic's eyes open. I think he was just being difficult.
We visited the Hoover Dam on the yuckiest day. What was nice is the storm blew in & then out in the matter of a day. NOT like home. That gray sky is almost a staple. Can you believe how tall Nic is getting and that he allowed this picture of us together? Where did the little baby go that loved to be held by mom? Well he grew up & up & up...6'3" and growing.

Nic captured between the new bridge being built over the canyon. This way they can keep large vehicles from having to go over the dam. What an incredible structure, both the dam and bridge.

Ken Giffey Jr. back with the Seattle Mariners!!!!! Yaha baby.

What a swing he has. Hard to believe he is the oldest one on the team and he is months away from being my age, well Steve's. I will have my 41st (shock & dismay) before Griffey turns 40.

Is Nic trying to hitch a ride? Two dudes at the ballpark on a sunny, beautiful Saturday afternoon.

The view from the Stratosphere observation area. Nic wanted to go on the rides at the top so I sent the camera up with Steve. I was too afraid to see him get on the rides, so I stayed down around the casino.

Nic & another rider on the claw. This ride is one of three at the top & the claw picks them up & over the edge so they are just twirling in the air. Scary!!!!

That is all for now. I will post some more Easter cards tomorrow. Now it's time to concentrate on Mother's Day gifts.

Hey Chickie

2009-03-31T05:41:00.000-07:00

Tuesday already...I am so excited for our vacation. Things at work have been just so sad. They laid off a total of 16 people with the last one being yesterday. It was so hard to say goodbye & to wonder how they will survive. I just might be in that boat soon, but for now I am just counting my blessings & praying for good things. This vacation will help lift my spirits (we will be seeing the SUN every day) and we will be in warm weather. This is a scaled down 20th wedding anniversary trip. Not as glamorous as Hawaii, but Vegas in the spring is nice.

I purchased some digi stamps from Pink Petticoat & thought this little chickie would be a fun mingle card. I made this for my sassysistah Danni & now that she has received I can share with all.

The image inside the card is a border stamp from Elzybell's Art Stamps. I love how this stamp is just so versatile. It fits pretty much all occasions.

Suzanne's Blog Candy

2009-03-25T07:52:00.000-07:00

Suzanne is celebrating her one year blogaversary with three blowout days of candy. Visit her over at her blog Scrap Bitz and just keep on reading & enjoying. She is a very talented & generous lady (check out her tutorials list on the right). She gives me daily inspiration & keeps me striving to improve my abilities. You will be amazed!!

Here comes Brewster Bunny

2009-03-23T20:12:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday all. I am working on my easter cards & when I saw Brewster at Susana's Custom Art & Card Design store...I knew he was the one. I am learning to use my copic markers & think I did pretty well for a beginner. I also experimenting with my nesties. What a sweet little guy. I am working on several cards featuring Brewster & will post some more later this week.

Happy Friday!!

2009-03-13T06:48:00.000-07:00

I was able to complete this card yesterday for my entry for the guest designer contest being held over at Susana's PCP Group. This is my entry for the Lockhart group. Isn't that just the cutest stamp? No words are really needed...the image says it all.My inspiration for this card came from Suzanne.
I used fun flock from CTMH for the tissue, K&Co paper, Bella baubles (sold at Susana's store), copics & CTMH markers. I didn't have the Hollyhock CS (CTMH) so I used my ink on white cardstock & it works great when you are framing a picture & just need the edges of color from the paper. Stop on over at Susana's blog...Follow Your Heart to see the wonderful creations by the design team & Suzanne's excellent tutorials.

SCACD & SC219

2009-03-11T20:54:00.000-07:00

Over at Susana's PCP group they are having a challenge to be a guest designer for April for the beautiful new Anki's Sweethearts for SCACD and the Lockhart stamps. This is my entry for Anki's Sweethearts. What do you think?

This cutie is Felicia & Crabby. Isn't she just adorable? I used my new copics & some CTMH markers along with colored flowers & Bella baubles. Don't you just love crabby...those eyes are the best. I might get a Lockheart card ready to go before the deadline tomorrow but I can't miss my Zumba class. It is really a blast & this is only my third class. That hours just whippes by...so much fun & a great workout. This is also the sketch challenge for Splitcoaststampers or SCS.

I made this card with Michelle in mind...that is the reason for the saying. With all of the trials she is has had & is having to endure, she is always on my mind. We have know each other since the end of the 3rd grade, lets just say over 30 years, and it kills me knowing she is suffering. Plus she lives in southern Utah to boot. I try to send her little pick me ups so she at least smiles from time to time. Love ya hun {{{HUGS GALORE}}}!!!

More Blog Candy

2009-03-10T20:53:00.000-07:00

Kim is celebrating her 100,000 hits. Wow...in maybe 5 years I will get that many. Check out the wonderful stamps she is offering. With our snow yesterday this would be a great pick me up. She will be drawing on the 12th.

Another Candy Offer

2009-03-07T10:32:00.000-08:00

Lori is celebrating her 20,000 hits. Stop on over and look at all the goodies. She will be picking a winner next Saturday the 14th.

Some yummy blog candy...

2009-03-05T12:36:00.000-08:00

What a great opportunity Karin has over at her blog. You could win some Hanglar stamps, a SU border punch, paper, flowers & other goodies. You have until March 15th to get your name in!!!

New releases at Elzybells

2009-02-23T20:39:00.000-08:00

Check out the new releasses at Elzybells Art Stamps. They have some super cute new stamps & you have to see the teddys. So cute!!! Hop on over to their blog for a great candy offer.

What a cutie...

2009-02-21T18:00:00.001-08:00

I made this card for my PCP group, Susana's Custom Art & Card Design. I just had to get this stamp from Susana's store when I saw it. He is just so cute and I just love the puppy. What fun they are having. What do you think? Ready for a ride?

Happy 20th Anniversary, Sweetie

2009-02-18T14:08:00.000-08:00

Here we are...20 years ago. Mae & Steve Wisor married in Federal Way, WA February 18th, 1989. My best friend Michelle & my cousin Cherlynn were my maid of honor & brides maid and Bill & Rick stood by Steve. I had to scan this picture in at work. I have this one sitting on my desk so it is becoming faded by the light. That reminds me...I need to work on our wedding scrapbook. I think 20 years is about the right time to do it, don't you? Too bad Steve isn't into that long hair anymore. I really liked it, but he has such straight hair he always wore a hat. Now I cut it for him using at #2 and 3 blade cover. Nice and short. His motto is if he can grab any hair, it is time for a cut.

Here we are 20 years later with a 6' 3" 15 year old son that has football workouts tonight, baseball lessons tomorrow & Friday and football workouts & camp on Saturday. We were planning a big Hawaii or Mexico trip for our 20th, but with Nic's schedule, the general economy and such we are going to spend some time in Las Vegas during spring break in April. The plane is book, the resort reserved, the baseball tickets in hand (Seattle Mariners vs. Colorado Rockies in Vegas)...I just need to reserve the kennel for Zoom & get a car set up. I am ready for sun, sun, warm weather, some slots & craps tables and more sun. Nic is excited to go in the rides on top of the Stratosphere. Have you seen those rides??? How can any sane person want to do that? The boy has lost it!!!

Valentines/Anniversary Cards

2009-02-12T13:51:00.000-08:00

I made these two cards for my hubby & son.

Our 20th wedding anniversary is the 18th so I made a basic card that wasn't too too on the frilly end. I used all CTMH materials.

This cute guy is my sons Valentines card...I know the bling isn't that manly, but I liked it. I received the image from a sweet blogger and the sentiment is from my bella stash. I was able to use my nesties given to me at Christmas and more of my CTMH stash.

More goodies from my Bella Sis

2009-02-12T13:34:00.001-08:00

What a bunch of fun goodies!!! She gave me a fixitfella from Stampingbella. This dude will come in so handy as I make cards for my husband & create our "Home Improvement" album. I am waiting on the "after" shots as things are still in progress but hopefully by the end of 2009 I will be able to have them taken & begin on the album. What a sweetie she is.

Name that fish....

2009-02-10T18:23:00.000-08:00

Lara is offering some blog candy...and she is looking for suggestions in naming her fish. Check it out!!! It takes a mother to love the looks of him.

Time for some nummies!!!

2009-02-04T12:40:00.000-08:00

Ally is offering some blog candy from my Stamp Box. She has been choosen as a design team member!!! She is also allowing more than one comment so you are able to get additional entries. This offer runs through February. Hop on over & give it a try.

Super Bowl Sunday

2009-02-03T13:41:00.001-08:00

After Nic's basketball game in the morning (they lost by 1 point - & I am sure the scorekeeper didn't give us credit for one of Nic's layups) and a rushed trip to the grocery store we headed off to my brother-in-law's to watch the game. Mark (BIL) is a total Steelers fan. Having been born in Pennsylvania & living there for his first 10 years or so...he has always love the Steelers. Now my husband Steve on the other hand also born in Pennsylvania and living there for 8 years is a Raiders fan.

You can see by the room decorations, that Mark is over the top!!! Here is Nic not looking at me & Steve is learning how to work our new phones. We were debating on the Blackberry storm, but really liked how the Samsung Omnia works.

Steve finally smiling for the camera. I get goofy looks most of the time or he out right hides, so the few I get I cherish.

Nic is ready for the 3-D experience.

Mark, Nic & my step father-in-law Eldon. We called them the 3 stooges. Isn't this room too much. Way too much in my book. I was so hoping to be left home to work in my craft room, but was guilted into coming. I did take my laptop & blog hopped during the game. Not all was lost, but I didn't win anything from my superbowl squares. Oh well.

Blog Candy "Sugar Nellie"

2009-02-02T10:04:00.000-08:00

Check out Jackie's super sweet "Sugar Nellie" blog candy. She is doing a PIF offer & I have my PIF all ready if I am the lucky winner. I love these stamps, just received one on Saturday.

I have decided to sell my Brother sewing machine & Bind It All. I have only used each of these items once. I thought I might sew something, but just repaired a patch on a shirt & I just don't get the bind it all. I love what it can do, but really think I can spend my $$ on something else more suited to my needs. Both items are in brand new condition and are listed on eBay!!! My user name is hubmonkey_2000, so check them out if you are interested. I am hoping to purchase a small sewing machine to use on cards & scrapbook projects, but need the sales first.