Monthly Archives: October 2010

Catching Fall and Blessed

Posted on October 23, 2010 | 4 comments

It’s the time of year to remember our blessings. Actually, I believe that an attitude of gratitude is essential all year long to keep things in perspective, don’t you?

Blessed

This term my daughter is very blessed to spend two credits of her senior year in a co-op placement at a local hospital. It’s an amazing opportunity and learning experience and she was able to attend her first surgery last week, an organ transplant. I wanted to create a layout as she started this new experience and write about what a blessing it is for her.

I’ve created this layout using Lily Bee Design‘s new Catching Fall line. I’m totally enamored with it. Seriously…I went out and bought extra.

Yes, I’ve once again used my go-to die, Tattered Florals to create this look. By die-cutting the text paper and then lining it over the exact text, it gives a really interesting look of continuity and as if the flowers are coming out of the paper.

Looking for additional photos? Today this layout is on the Lily Bee Design blog and you can check it out here.

Supplies: Rub-ons, chipboard, die cut and patterned paper from Catching Fall line by Lily Bee Design, twill ribbon, sewing machine, cardboard letters by Jillibean Soup, Kraft Ticket & Leaf Pins by Maya Road, Binding Edge Punch by EK Success, Tim Holtz Tissue Tape and Tiny Attacher by Advantus, dymo label maker, Tattered Florals Die by Sizzix, Tumbled Glass Distress Ink by Ranger, twine

Thanks so much for all your get well wishes. I seem to be improving a little each day and that is a huge blessing!

Have a wonderful weekend!

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Posted in Lily Bee, Scrapbooking

Hi. Remember me?

Posted on October 22, 2010 | 9 comments

Wow!

I can’t believe it’s been a full week since I last posted.

A record here but not the good kind. I’ve never missed more two days of posting in the past three and a half years.

An extremely nasty virus turned sinus/bronchial infection really threw me for a loop. I haven’t been this sick in 15 years and would be very happy to wait even longer to experience it again. Armed with antibiotics, nasal steroids and an inhaler for the past few days, this morning I’m finally feeling like I may be on the road to recovery.

Thanks so much for your patience. I’ve totally missed blogging and after two weeks of not creating, I’m REALLY hoping to get back at it soon.

I do have a couple things I’ve been wanting to update you on…

  • my Making the Grade class (below post) was rescheduled for Wednesday October 27th if you’re interested in attending.
  • I also wanted to say thank you, thank you, thank you for all the lovely comments and to those of you who were so kind to nominate me to be the November Cosmo Cricket Guest Designer. With your help I was so thrilled to make the top 5. My name didn’t end up being drawn as the guest designer but Cosmo Cricket has been so generous to send me their new Circa 1934 line. I can’t wait until it arrives as it is SO gorgeous. I just want you to know how very much your support meant to me. THANK YOU!

Merci

To go along with my thanks, here’s a quick little card I created before I got sick. It’s simple but sometimes that’s all you need.

Supplies: Jet Black Archival ink by Ranger, cardstock by Bazzill, Tiny Attacher by Advantus, Corduroy Brad BR01CB104  and rhinestones CR01CB119 by Zva Creative, patterned paper and die cute from the Paper Girl line by The Girls’ Paperie, Thickers by American Crafts

Have a fabulous weekend!

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Posted in Card Designs, Zva

Thanksgiving Leaves and Making the Grade

Posted on October 15, 2010 | 10 comments

This week has really gotten me down. A nasty cold/flu/whatever has had me sick all week and I haven’t done the slightest bit of creating. Sigh. Hopefully I’ll be back to normal soon.

I was thinking what I could share today and I came up with two things. Some photos from our Thanksgiving on Monday and a new class I’ll be teaching next week. I’m hoping I’ll have my voice back by then!

Getting into the fall theme was quick and easy for decorating my table on Monday. Sometimes it’s best to go simple, especially when there is a turkey to be stuffed and some pies to bake.

These sweet leaves were die cut using the Tattered Leaves die and the new Lily Bee Design Catching Fall line of papers. To add in a little texture I die-cut some canvas and some kraft cardstock. I thought it would be fun to write names on the kraft leaf at each place as a place marker. It ended up not happening but maybe next year!

Quick Tip: Save the die cut leaves for another project when finished using them. Stay tuned as I plan to do that!

My next class is called Making the Grade. Some beautiful Crate Paper makes up a 12×12 layout and we’ll be creating a little gift bag as well.

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Scrapbook Memories
1890 Hyde Park Rd.
London, Ontario

519-474-2665

Wednesday, October 20th
6:30 – 8:30

Have a great weekend!


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Posted in Holiday, Lily Bee, Photos, scrapbook memories, Scrapbooking

do you see what I see? a challenge.

Posted on October 14, 2010 | 7 comments

So this card is a little out there for me. A little “cuter” than I tend to create but oh so fun to play with all the same.

One day I was in my studio creating with some Zva Creative bling and I started seeing wings in the flourishes. Add some doilies, a couple buttons, a felt flower for the hair and a tiny crystal “O” for the halo and I had an angel. Fun!

I thought this would make a fun challenge. Pull out those embellishments and see what you can create. What do you envision your embellishments becoming? I’d love to see.

And thus another Ways to Use It Challenge is born.

Want to play along? Be creative and use your imagination! Please join us here for the challenge.

Doily Crystal Angel Card

Supplies: kraft cardstock by Bazzill, Jenni Bowlin cardstock by Coredinations, sewing machine, doilies by Little Yellow Bicycle, buttons by Basic Grey, felt flower, crystal clear alphabet and crystal flourish frame by Zva Creative

I also wanted to give a huge thank you to everyone who has taken the time to nominate me. (see below post if you missed it. It’s open until Monday) I have my fingers crossed.

{friends} You rock!

Hugs,

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Posted in Card Designs, Holiday, Zva

Sweet Pea and a Shameless Plea

Posted on October 13, 2010 | 17 comments

I adore Cosmo Cricket. They have a fabulous unique look, their blog posts are oh so humorous, love their integrity and commitment and their product is a dream to work with.

Have you seen the sneak peek of their new line? It’s stunning! You can check it out here.

And now for the shameless plea… I’d love to guest design for Cosmo Cricket. If you think I’d make a good guest designer for them, please let them know. Just leave a comment at this link telling them so. Please? 🙂 And even better…if you leave that comment, you’re entered to win some of their new line, the luscious Circa 1934.

Supplies: 6×6 Garden Variety paper pad by Cosmo Cricket, Garden Variety Ready Set Chip by Cosmo Cricket, corner rounder, kraft cardstock by Memory Box, circle Punch, rub-on, velvet ribbon

Hope you don’t mind! I don’t usually ask for anything ever! And yes, every comment helps.

Mwah, thanks!

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Posted in Card Designs

bright, quick & fun

Posted on October 12, 2010 | 2 comments

What do you do with some bright, fun product?

Make a bright, fun and silly card.

3 chairs 4 U

Supplies: patterned paper and chipboard from Delovely line by Cosmo Cricket, Black Tiny Type by Cosmo Cricket, Chipboard alpha by Pink Paislee

Have a happy day!

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Posted in Card Designs

Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on October 11, 2010 | 8 comments

Happy Thanksgiving!

I’m taking today off to count my blessings, enjoy the beautiful weather, spend some time in the kitchen cooking up a storm and spending lots of family time.

If you’re looking for a little fall inspiration, here’s some beautiful Ontario leaves.

Wishing all my Canadian family and friends a very special Thanksgiving Day!

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Posted in Photos