Santa's List

First I have to apologize for the quiet blog. Of course there was the hectic time before Christmas with all the shopping and baking etc. but then on Christmas morning my sweet Mother had a stroke.

Of course life was turned upside down!! She is doing fine physically but she is having a difficult time finding her words so she is very frustrated. She can't seem to do simple functions involving numbers and letters so cooking and microwaving meals are not an option.

We are settling into some sort of a routine and hopefully we can get her the rehab she needs.
Anyhoo.......

I was given some of the wonderful Teresa Collins "Santa's List" to play with from the store Scrapbook Memories and More.

Here is a card that I made.

 

Cardstock: Neenah

Everything else from SMM

 

I will be entering my card at:

Christmas Card Challenges

Merry Monday

 



Not So Spooky

Scrapbook Memories and More sent me a kit that had the awesome Authentique "Thrilling" collection to create with. I loved the feathers from Bella Blvd and the chipboard from ScrapFX that I got too!

Chipboard: ScrapFX and Studio Calico

Feather: Bella Blvd

Punch: M.S.

PP: Authentique

Cardstock, glitter tape: A.C.

 

Here are a couple of close-ups for you.

 

 

 

For a tutorial on how to create this layout please see this blog post at Scrapbook Memories and More.

Scrapbook Memories and More

I shared my layout awhile ago but hadn't posted my card and tag that I created with some Graphic 45 goodies from Scrapbook Memories and More where I am on the DT.

 

 

 

And here is my layout too in case you missed it the first time around.

 

 

You can find the tutorials on how to make all of these projects on the SMM blog right here. Just scroll down a bit in the blog post.

 

 

 

Room With a View

Playing along with the sketch at Paper Bakery. It's another great one by Juliana!

I made my layout using supplies from Scrapbook Memories and More.

Sorry that my photo isn't the best but it is a dark dreary rainy day here today.

PP, chipboard, stickers: G45

Mist: Heidi Swapp

Ink: Memento

Jewels: Doodlebug

Stickers: A.C., Glitz

Unk: Twine

 

Here is a close-up:

 

 

Santini Market

This past March my husband and I spent the month in Fort Myers Beach Florida and right across the street from our condo their was a market. Every morning I walked over and got fresh fruits and veggies. The grapefruits were so sweet and juicy!!

To make my layout I used the Park Drive collection by Webster's Pages which I got from Scrapbook Memories and More.

To see how to re-create this layout check out this blog post and just scroll down a bit.



Here are photos of both sides so you can see it a bit better.

 

 

Webster's Pages Card

I just realized that I hadn't shared the card that I made my Mother for Mother's Day. All the supplies are from Scrapbook Memories and More using the Park Drive collection by Webster's Pages.

 

Here are the instructions on how to make it.

 

1. Make an A2 card from Kraft cardstock.

2. Add a mat from "Margaret".

3. Add a smaller mat from the B side of "Margaret".

4. Coat the chipboard bird and cage with gesso and let dry.

5. Add cage to card and the add the bird after coloring with Copics.

6. Add a pink bow to the top of the cage.

7. Add 3 large flowers and 3 small flowers.

8. Tuck in some leaves cut out of the papers.

Birthday card

I have a quick and easy card to share with you that I made with product from Scrapbook Memories and More.

 

I used some pretty patterned paper from Prima and some red and yellow cardstock.

Add a nice sentiment and a glittered butterfly, ribbon and a flower and there you have it!

Breakfast Pizza

I received some product from Scrapbook Memories and More to play with and here is my first project. Make sure you go and check out the store. So proud to say they are Canadian. I wish I lived close enough to visit their brick and mortar store. Maybe my friends in Alberta could go and tell them I said "Hi"!

Eventually there will be a tutorial on how to re-create it for yourself and I will let you know when it is up on their blog.

 

I used the latest sketch from Inspired Blueprints. Check it out for some inspiration!

 

Some close-ups for you.

 

 

I am entering this layout in Catered Crop's Mellow Yellow challenge.

 

SSM Sketch

Did you play along with the monthly sketch at Scrapbook Memories and More? I did!

Cardstock: Wplus9, SU, Neenah Solar White
PP: Basic Grey
Stamp: Wplus9
Ink: Memento, Versafine
Crystals: Prima
Embossing folder: ProvoCraft
Copics

If you didn't get a chance to play with April's sketch stay tuned to see what the sketch will be this month!

My 2 Sons

Last weekend I was at my home away from home, Memories Manor, for a scrap retreat where I made this layout.
In making it I have discovered 3 new loves...yes 3!

The first is The Paper Bakery where I found the sketch. They are having a sketch challenge if you wish to check it out. The owner, Sarah, is the sweetest thing ever and I have purchased some flair badges from her recently....with a free shipping special no less!!! You will be seeing them in my future projects for sure!!

The second is the Heidi Swapp Color Shine mist. Love how fast it dries and the glitter it has and how I can get nice big drops on my page.

The third is the Maggie Holmes collection from Crate Paper. This is a must have and you will definitely be seeing more of this on my blog. You can find this collection at Scrapbook Memories and More. That's where I got it.

PP & Ephemera: Crate Paper

Enamel dots: MME

Stickers: Glitz

Mist: Heidi Swapp

Wood Veneer: Studio Calico

Ink: Tim Holtz

Washi & twine: unk

 

Here are some closeups of my embellishment clusters.

 

 

 

 

Edited Aug.3/14 to link to the challenge at Paper Issues.

 

 

 

 

 

I'm Feeling Springy!

Is it Spring yet where you live? I'm loving that the days are getting longer and the sun is feeling warmer!

I made a cute little spring tag for Scrapbook Memories and More and you can find out how to make it right here.
I think it's just too cute!

 

Here's a closeup for you.

A Good Friend with Chocolate

Is there anything better? Love my friends and I really love chocolate too..haha!

I played along with Mojo Monday this week to create my card using the goodies I got from Scrapbook Memories and More.

 You can find a tutorial to make this card right here.

Are you still eating Easter chocolate?

Hoppy Easter

I would like to share a quick and easy layout that you could use to get some Easter photos scrapped.
I used a great sketch from My Creative Sketches.

You can find the tutorial right here on the Scrapbook Memories and More blog.

Cardstock: American Craft

PP: Jillibean Soup

Punch: M.S. & EK

Stickers: A.C. & Imaginisce

Pearls: Recollections

Cameo

 

Here are some closeups for you.

Celebrate

I just noticed that I never shared this card with you.

Everything I used here came from Scrapbook Memories and More.  I used the Indie Chic collection from My Minds Eye.

I really loved how this card turned out and a dear friend of mine is the recipient.



I know my blog is still quiet but soon I will be home from our month long vacation and then I will be back in my scraproom creating!! Some new product is waiting for me and I can't wait to play!!

Remember Forever

I always have soooo much fun when I go away on a scrap weekend retreat with my awesome friends!

You can see from my layout that there is always much laughter! Love you Stephanie!!

I received this amazing WeR Memory Keepers "Winter Frost" collection from Scrapbook Memories and More. I have to tell you that it's definitely a new fav of mine! As you can see it does not have to be used just for winter projects.

 

WeR Memory Keepers Winter Frost collection

Other products:

Wood Veneers: Studio Calico

Floss: DMC

Punch: M.S.

Stickles, Dimensional Pearls: Ranger

Pearls: Kaiser

Sketch: Scrap That

 

Couple of closeups for you.

 

 

 

 

For a tutorial on how to create this layout please visit the blog post at Scrapbook Memories and More.

 

Edited Aug.3/14 to link to challenge at Paper Issues. 

 

Celebrate today

I received some gorgeous papers from Scrapbook Memories and More called Winter Frost by We R Memory Keepers and I used it today to make a card.

Seize the Birthday has a wonderful sketch this week and I am just getting my entry in on time by submitting this card. Phew!!

It's been a rough couple of days......my Dad is in the hospital with pnemonia. Hopefully he will be just fine.

 

Other supplies:

Cardstock: Neenah Solar white

Stamp: Wplus9

Ink: Versafine

Pearls: Kaiser

Punch: M.S.

Flower: unk

3 Hearts

Using the same Lost and Found 3 collection that you have seen the last couple of days I also made a tag that would be great to use on a Valentine gift or even as a card.

Products other than my Scrapbook Memories and More goodies are:

Ink: Tim Holtz, Versafine

Mist: Maya Road

Punch: SU, Fiskars

Stamp: Wplus9

So Sweet

This card will definitely find it's way to someone this Valentine's Day!

I used the kit from Scrapbook Memories and More to make it. I know that I told you yesterday but I have to say it again.......I LOVE this collection from My Minds Eye!

Other Supplies:

Cardstock: A.C., Wplus9

Mist: Maya Road

Ink: Jenni Bowlin, Versafine

Stamps: Wplus9, Penny Black

Nestabilities, unk twine

 

For directions on how to make the card check in right here.

 

Puppy Love

My daughter and son-in-law now have an adorable little puppy. Her name is Gabby. She sure kept us all entertained this Christmas.

The My Minds Eye Lost and Found 3 (Ruby) collection that I received from Scrapbook Memories and More was perfect to make a page using a photo of Amy and Gabby.

Products other than the kit from SSM are:

Cardstock: A.C.

Mist: Maya Road

Stickers: Glitz, A.C.

Cameo, paper doilies

 

 

I had fun misting on this page and the heart background you see was cut out with my Cameo. These MME papers are gorgeous!!!

 

To see my tutorial to create this page check out the SSM blog right here.

 

Oh I also meant to tell you that I used the January My Minds Eye sketch to create my page.

 

My Minds Eye and Gossamer Blue are looking for someone to guest design for them so I will be submitting this layout. Keep your fingers crossed for me!!

Opening Gifts

For Scrapbook Memories and More I got to play with the Home For Christmas collection by Fancy Pants. It's so nice!

I got a photo of my parents opening presents on Christmas Day and wanted to get it on a layout right away. This collection was perfect.

 

I used my Cameo to make these poinsettias and I love how they turned out.

 

I made a cute little banner for underneath my photo too.

 

I used a sketch from Creative Sketches and it all came together so nicely. For a complete tutorial on how to recreate this layout just check out this blog post.

 

I'm off to have a wonderful scrap filled weekend with some friends so have a fabulous weekend!!