Kristine Davidson

I have a Winner

2012-02-02T20:08:00.003-04:00

Hey Everyone!

thank you to all of you
who participate in my sketch challenge!
I have a winner ;-)

Number 4 ... Nicole Doiron

Congrats Nicole and thank you for sharing your beautiful page with us!

Nicole, please email me your address
so i can send off some yummy Thickers for you!

Thanks bunches everyone!

Crop & Create

2012-01-23T19:50:00.005-04:00

The hotel is booked, the teachers are ready and Crop & Create are coming to town! The fourth installment of Crop & Create is being held at the beautiful Delta Beausejour Hotel in Moncton, New Brunswick on April 20th & 21st and this event is not to be missed!

Joining Crop & Create Moncton will be these extraordinary teachers:
* Vicki Boutin / * Kimber McGray / * Kelly Goree * Kathy Thompson * and guest Jill Yegerlehner, owner of Jillibean Soup

Crop & Create Moncton will also have a marketplace for both our attendees and the public to shop in! Fabulous classes, amazing food and great shopping – what more could a paper crafter want! For more information and all the class details, click here. They also have a special discounted rate with the hotel for $119 per night, double occupancy. With a limited amount of room, you will need to book fast.

Registration for Crop & Create Moncton opens tonight at 8:00 p.m. NB Time! Be sure to register early to save your spot!

WOOHOOOO!!! Hope to see you there ;-)

I Love Everything About You

2012-01-22T22:41:00.002-04:00

A layout i created for a product showcase at Let's Capture Our Memories.
This layout was featured yesterday on their blog .. you can peek HERE

I used some wonderful Prima Fabric papers, so nice to work with ... a bit different in texture than regular paper but it soft feels nice ;-)

the photo is of my 4year old niece. She loves the camera behind and in front of it... quite the little model wanna be! ;-)

Thanks for dropping by !

Reveal Day

2012-01-22T16:38:00.002-04:00

It's Reveal day at Creative Scrappers today! Sketch 192 ..
take a peek at our sketch and perhaps this will inspire you for a layout ;-)

I had the pleasure of attending a crop yesterday and I am just finishing a few touches on my pages and I hope to share them with you shortly ;-)
Enjoy your Sunday and some Scrappy Time
xox

A Page & A Sketch

2012-01-15T23:11:00.009-04:00

First I would like to say Hello and Happy 2012!

I haven't done much scrapbooking the past few months but I am slowly starting to be creative again. It feels good to get messy and sticky! ;-)

I have a few layouts that I just finished one was a Christmas Layout of my nephew. His first Christmas photoshoot which turned out a bit stressful and funny at the same time!
I used the Bella Blvd - Christmas Wishes and love this collection. I love anything Bella Blvd actually!! ;-)

Perhaps you need a little inspiration to create your own layout? Use the sketch below and post here for your chance to win a prize package from me! I have 5 packs of thickers for one lucky lady!

Here's a sketch based on my layout!
Deadline to participate is January 31st !!!

Add your layout to the Linkz below!
--- HAVE FUN ---
and I can't wait to see your pages!

CS Sketch Reveal

2011-12-18T16:09:00.003-04:00

Have you seen the reveal at Creative Scrappers today?!
WOWIE! these chicks sure know how to rock a sketch ;-)

It was my turn to provide the sketch this week (187)

and to check out the reveal CLICK HERE.. HURRY!!!

Ninabrook Designer

2011-12-14T20:52:00.001-04:00

Here's your BIG OPPORTUNITY to show off your creative style! Ninabrook Designs is looking for someone to design a CARD KIT!!

Is it you??? If it IS, then you will receive $100 in FREE NINABROOK PRODUCT!

Here's the scoop:

-POST a PIC of your 3 BEST handmade cards...any size, any theme on their Facebook page. Just make sure they're YOUR designs

(please submit only ONE photo picturing ALL 3 cards).
-photo MUST be posted here on their FB page by MIDNIGHT, DEC. 20th/2011
-Just 1 entry per person please!
-They will pick the TOP 3 FAVOURITE DESIGNERS and send them all the product they need to create a CARD KIT
-Facebook fans will get to VOTE on their finished cards and then the TOP DESIGNER will receive $100 in product AND have their cards featured in a Ninabrook kit!
IT COULD BE YOU!!!

Good Luck :-)

You | MME Challenge

2011-12-12T16:05:00.002-04:00

It's not very often that you'll see me participate in online challenges, but for some reason last weekend I was searching for one and came upon this lovely sketch by Anam Stubbington - at MME and what do you know... i finished a layout ;-)

My layout - called YOU featuring My Sister!
MME Kraft Fun Day papers were used for this layout
as well as lots of twine, corrugated shapes, and pop dots ;-)

CLICK HERE if you'd like to participate

2 Completed Pages

2011-12-09T18:12:00.000-04:00

I was lucky enough to attend a crop last weekend hosted by LCOM. I created 2 pages that were used for a page kit. If you love Bella Blvd as much as I do, then this kit is for you! Well, the kit actually sold out in about 2 hours but we will have a limited quantity available next week. I think 6 more kits will be made for anyone who is interested. You can email me or tanya at LCOM.
All supplies are included except the alphas - you can use what you wish.
The kit is super cheap at 6.95$ each and you will be able to complete 2 page / and have left overs!

Here are my pages --

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is it just me? wow i'm having such a hard time taking pics of my layouts lately! BLAH! do you scan yours? do you take a pic of them? if you scan them having elevated elements ( like pop dots ) how does that affect your scan? fill me in please!

Interested in purchasing this kit.. CLICK HERE!

makeover - available

2011-12-08T12:48:00.003-04:00

I created this blog banner a week or so ago, and it's for sale in case you're interested in a great makeover for your blog!

you can see it live here

I will add a title with your favorite font
create a background/ signature/ blog separator if you wish
and installation

regular price is $40 plus the kit.. but this can be yours exclusively for 25$
if you are interested email me !

i'll post here if / when it's sold

Layouts Layouts

2011-11-30T17:39:00.003-04:00

Imagine... i had these layouts sitting on my scrap table since .. um... November 18th. Yup it's been almost 2 weeks that these poor pages were just sitting there patiently waiting to be uploaded and commented on ;-)

This first page is called Soft Kitty.. i got inspiration from the TV sitcom the Big Bang Theory! I love that show and if you know the song Soft Kitty... this is my journaling ;-)

Soft kitty, warm kitty, little ball of fur. Happy kitty, sleepy kitty, purr, purr, purr
paper used are from the Bella Blvd Collection Tail Waggers & Cat Naps

This second page is my niece, she's growing up so fast.. my goodness almost 5 years old already.
She's precious and has a great outlook on life - hopefully she can keep it that way!
Papers used are Jillibean Soup

This third one is my nephew.. He's gonna be a little heart breaker with those baby blue eyes.. Watch Out !!!
The papers used for this layout were the Rocket Age Collection from October Afternoon.

I hope all is well with you! I am currently off work for a few weeks ... since the shingles, and a few other health issues Doc has requested i stay home and rest for a few weeks... nice. Although I think i'm sleeping too much.. those afternoon naps are really too nice.

I sometimes have to ask Siri to wake me up!
She's awesome ;-)

Thanks so much for letting me share! Have a fabulous Wednesday Night ;-)

eBook in the Making

2011-11-28T17:13:00.003-04:00

Over the past few months, i've been asked by a few scrapbookers when i'll start creating an ebook of sketches. I have thought about it, and decided now is a good time as any!
So I have a call out for anyone interested in creating a layout with my sketches, I'll probably be asking about 20-30 designers create for this publication and the book will have hopefully over 100 sketches to create with. So if you're interested email me your info.
More details will be posted in the next 30-60 days ... Exciting!!!!!

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eBook Publication
We are excited to share with you today
that we will be creating an ebook of sketches!

"Being Creative with Sketches"

A publication you can download and print yourself or just save it to your iPhone, or iPad and use it as you wish! Limited printed copies will also be available.

The first issue of this ebook will feature exclusive sketches created for you! Sketches will be created by the founder of Creative Scrappers, Kristine Davidson.

We would love to see your application to be published in our first ever eBook! To submit your application to be considered for publication send the following -

email to Kristine@Creative-Scrappers.com
Subject line - CS eBook

Please include your name, your email address, blog address or gallery and of course attach 2-3 of your layouts so we can get an idea of your scrappy style.

If you are selected We will contact you by email before December 31st and we will send you a unique sketch to create a layout with and you'll be required to send it back to us by January 31st.

Compensation for being selected will not include products or monetary value but a free eBook for you and one for your blog readers.

This is an OPEN call and this call will be CLOSED when we have enough applicants.

Submit today for a chance to have your layout featured in our first ever eBook!

www.CreativeScrappers.blogspot.com

CS Sketch Reveal

2011-11-27T09:27:00.001-04:00

Sketch 184 is showcased at Creative Scrappers today!

Bloggie Blog Blog

2011-11-26T01:21:00.004-04:00

Yes, i'm in this digital mood lately ... I've created a few makeovers and one of them includes mine and Creative Scrappers.

I created one today with a christmas feel...
Something was missing... i think it was snow or a tree or something ... maybe i'm not in the christmas mood yet ... so tonight i decided to change it!

I found this fun doodlie snowmen Kate Hadfield kit..
and decided to create this

isn't this more fun!? I love the snowmen, i'm making believe that's hubby and i are in a snowball fight LOL!! He hit my shovel and well i got him in the neck! LOL ;-)

and this is one i created for Creative Scrappers using Erin Bradley's digi kit.
I love her stuff!

To see my latest makeovers you can peek on the right side of my blog for a list ;-)
My waitlist is open in case you're interested in a makeover ... and this weekend ONLY up until Sunday Night (Nov 27)--- it's not 40$ but .... 30$ plus your kit! Save 10$ off !!!

email me to add your name to the list.. I only a few at a time!
Any questions please ask ;-)

Wanna Be Featured?

2011-11-24T22:42:00.001-04:00

I have a few positions available
for a featured guest reveal at Creative Scrappers!

This would be for December 18-25 & January 2012

Interested?
Send me an email (kristine@creative-scrappers.com)
title of email "CS FEATURED DESIGNER"
your full name
blog address / or gallery address
Also please attach 2 of your latest pages to showcase your style
and that's it!!! ( a CS blinkie/badge on your blog helps!)

Deadline for submission - Wednesday November 30

Instagram | Pics

2011-11-22T20:50:00.005-04:00

About a month or so ago hubby suprised me with a new iPhone 4S and wowzers I'm loving it!
I have a few favorite APPS but INSTAGRAM is for sure one of my favorites. I've spent an hour or two ( hee or more! ) just browsing pics and yes taking a few pictures myself.

I love just being able to snap a picture of something/ or someone and voila! I find myself taking pictures of daily items or just stuff that i would never think of with a regular DSL Camera.

Here are a few ....

The Inside of My Car ;-)

My Daily Cup of Coffee -
Enjoying 1/2 Coffee & 1/2 Hot Chocolate Lately

Eddie just taking an afternoon nap

My favorite " treat " beverage!
My telephone at the office ---

A wonderful visit at our neighborhood medical clinic
time for antibiotics! It's usually a 5-10 min visit...
no wait times!
The girls at our last scrapbooking crop
Marielle and Chantal

If you're on instagram come find me!

I'd love to follow your uploaded pics ;-)

Kissie Face

2011-11-17T16:57:00.003-04:00

Finally had the opportunity to take a pic to post this recent layout. It's a picture of my niece being silly and making faces. This one is called her Kissie Face! She's so funny and loves to laugh.

The papers used are from Jillibean Soup

I love this page! It took me about 3-4 hours to finish at our crop last weekend, probably because everything is matted on cardstock and then cut out. I just find that the matted papers just pop! Although time consuming, it does have a wonderful effect, something i am enjoying lately.

I have the name of my PAGE Kit Winner! yup, thank you ladies for leaving me comments and I am sure ... SOPHIE will LOVE the 4hr 37 layout kit! Merci Sophie!
LCOM will ship this out to you shortly .. Enjoy!

That's today's inspiration ;-)
Thanks for peeking!

Beware!

2011-11-15T21:37:00.003-04:00

My sister took this picture of my niece Megan (age 4) on Halloween this year. Isn't she cute in this Gymboree Witch costume? Just Too sweet... my goodness they grow up fast!

I couldn't help myself but purchase some of these sweet TOO CUTE TO SPOOK Bella Blvd papers. I love the colors and this collection was just perfect for Megan's Spookie page!

Thanks for visiting and don't forget I have a page kit giveaway on my previous post ;-)
I'll have more layouts to share later this week!

A Page Kit

2011-11-14T23:54:00.002-04:00

I finished a page kit for Let's Capture Our Memories -

I used the great papers from 4hr 37
( an awesome french paper company from France! )

this kit is 2 pages ... 2 different designs
this is a sample of the first page, i didn't add journaling to this page yet

you can purchase this kit at LCOM HERE for only $6.95!
All papers are included, minor instructions, corrugated shapes, and twine.
You will be required to provide your own alphas for your title

.. Leave a comment on this blog post for your chance to win a kit!!!!
(deadline Wednesday Nov 16 10pm )

Winner will be posted here...

Thanks bunches!

New Blogs

2011-11-09T14:32:00.004-04:00

A few new blogs to showcase, and one of them is mine!!! ;-)

I loved these little cameras from Erin Bradley and knew right away I had to create something with it... for myself or someone else - but it ended up being myself!

take a look at these..

aren't they adorable! Erin has tons of clipart yummies in her shop..
take a peek...

Here are 2 other blogs i've recently decorated ... Creative ... On the Side and Love Your Mother.
I just learned how to create shadows around the blog wrapper.. i was pretty excited yesterday! hee!!! doesn't take much!

Thanks ladies for letting me decorate your blog.. Again you can view pics of my blog designs in my facebook gallery... -- If you're interested in a makeover just send me an email ;-)

Thanks for dropping by!

Blog Decor Info

2011-11-07T15:05:00.001-04:00

We all love blog hoping and blogging and we often forget that a blog reflects our personal style such as colors and a title. I have always loved changing my blog headers and colors based on my mood, for fun or even the season. I am not a professional and have no formal training in blog decorating but I really enjoy it and would love the opportunity to decorate your blog!

If you are interested in a decorated blog
please read below for more info!

To start your new blog makeover

- Select a digital kit that you love from the list of designers indicated below.
These designers allow me to use their digital elements to create unique blog banners / and backgrounds for you.
- If you are a scrap store or plan on selling items on your blog ( home business etc ) I will have to get permission from the designers for you. Some might have additional charges ( usually 10-25$) for commercial use.. ie/ printing business cards, logos, stationary, etc..

( i purchase the kit for you and charge you before installation )
please note that some designers have additional license fees

ALL OF THESE are LINKED to stores..

@ Sweet Shoppe Designs

Dani Mogstad
Libby Pritchett
Kristin Cronin Barrow

( Add an extra 10$ ) for license fees for
Heather Roselli*
Fee Jardine*
Manda Bean*

Add an extra 25$ for license fees for
Zoe Pearn (My Mind's Eye Designer)

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@ The Lily Pad
Amy Wolff
Kate Hatfield
Kaye Winiecki
Jenna Desai

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@ Other Stores

Erin Bradley Designs

Natali Design

Kitschy Digitals **
(** the kit must say Commercial use )

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List is subject to change at any time!
updated November 8 2011

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I will create a sample blog for you and give you a private blog address so you can view your sample blog prior to installation. Once you confirm that you "LOVE" what I've created ... I send you a paypal invoice and then process installation for you .

I will need access to your blog ( please go to Settings/ Permissions and add me as an author.. ) my email for blogger is Kristine@Creative-Scrappers.com once I accept, you would then add me as ADMIN so i can edit your html settings.

I charge 40$usd plus your kit
and any license fees..

My price includes -

Banner / Background / Post separator/ Signature & Installation.

Any questions or concerns please don't hesitate to email me!

Kristine@creative-scrappers.com

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My List of Decorated Blogs
VISIT MY FLICKR GALLERY [here]

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CS Sketch Reveal

2011-10-30T09:51:00.000-03:00

It's Sketch 180 at Creative Scrappers today!

Summertime

2011-10-23T15:35:00.003-03:00

Don't you love summertime? the fresh air, the birds chirping, the cool evening breeze, ... oh my winter is fast approaching and I could really use a few more summer days.

I created this SUMMER page of my niece, the picture was taken last year and she's growing up so fast. She's such a joy, always happy and laughing away... this picture i had to ask her to smile for me and well this is what she gave me! Still sweet ;-)

I used the Simple Stories 100 Days of Summer Collection.

It's sooooo awesome! I love the colors, the diecuts are just too cute, would you believe i got 2 sheets of diecuts and i plan on creating a mini album with the rest of the papers and journal tags.. That should be done in the next few days or weeks ;-) If you're interested in creating a mini album with me... i'll be posting pics of my finished project shortly. You can still get this collection at LCOM ... just CLICK HERE!

Thanks for peeking!

10 Years Together

2011-10-13T13:15:00.003-03:00

yes! I have another page to show you ;-) I am on a roll these days ... it feels kind of nice!

This is a self pic of hubby and i on our anniversary - August 25.
Nothing fancy just the two of us enjoying the day with drinks and sunshine. I used the new Studio Calico, and i love the papers but i just don't feel it's me right now... i am feeling more bright and vibrant these days and well... this wasn't my best but anyhoo...

it's 10 Years Together!

Thanks for peeking, I am sure i'll be back for me in the next few days!
I am on vacation starting Friday at 7pm and attending a great fundraising crop on Sat.

Have a fabulous weekend!

Modern Family

2011-10-12T11:20:00.002-03:00

A layout using the latest Creative Scrappers sketch #177

Last Sunday night i decided i was going to set up my scrap table in the kitchen, and start creating in daylight instead of my dark, and lamped room!
It was nice .... full of sunlight, in the middle of the kitchen, and Eddie loves the new table!
and of course more Bella Blvd... Family Dynamix was used for this page..

I took about 50 pictures of this layout, and My Goodness it's hard to take a picture of a layout with a white background.. SHEESH! anyway, i placed this one on black cardstock and this is what i got... sorry if it's off in color but you get the idea ;-)

Thanks for PEEEEKing!

Beating Heart Crop

2011-10-11T22:55:00.004-03:00

Join us for a great day full of creativity to show your support!
This is a wonderful opportunity to catch up or get started on preserving your photos and precious memories, while supporting Tanya and Family Members.
A recent health issue will prevent Tanya's husband to work for the next few months and funds are going to be limited for medication, and of course daily living expenses. This crop will be for raising funds for the family in this time of need.

Saturday Oct 15 starting at 9am until 9pm
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church
Rothesay NB

this is going to be a NO FRILLS Crop
a lunch will be available for 10$ from Arby's Restaurant
courtesy of Kelly Northrup
and 5$ donated to the family

( Oct 14-15 were the original dates for a CANDY CORN crop, but due

to recent events this will be replaced with a fundraising crop on Saturday ONLY )

Thank you for your support during this time of need!

Let's make this a fabulous crop for Roger and Tanya and show them our support for a beating heart!

Connected & Nate

2011-10-10T22:03:00.004-03:00

I was entertained by my bestie Stephie last week. She's from Halifax and I from Quispamsis, and she was here on business. We managed to get together 3 nights last week and scrapbook from 8pm until Midnight each night. It was a blast!!! I wish we could do this more often, it seems that I scrapbook quite a bit with her by my side. I miss her, we have a great time together.

I finished 3 pages but 2 I will share with you tonight - the other wasn't photographed too well ...
I took pictures of my layouts outside today but it seems I had too much shadowing going on.. anyhoo these 2 aren't too bad.

The first is a picture of my nieces.. they are sisters and really best friends. I had a hard time finding a title but Stephie suggested Connected... and I used it ;-)

The papers used for this layout " Connected "
was Bella Blvd - Finally Fall Collection.

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this next layout is my little nephew, Nate.
He's soooo cute! Look at those eyes... he's gonna be a charmer ;-)
he's approx 4 months old in this picture and of course
the Bella Blvd Oh Boy Papers were Just Perfect!!!

Yes, lately I've had a "Thing" for Bella Blvd. I am in Love with the colors, so bright and cheery and the stickers, chipboard, alphas are just too good not to use for my pages.

Thanks for reading and I should have another page or two for you tomorrow ;-)

CS Sketch Reveal

2011-10-09T10:20:00.001-03:00

It's Sketch 177 at Creative Scrappers today!

Searching for Designers!

2011-10-02T16:17:00.002-03:00

It’s time for another Creative Call at Creative Scrappers!

If you enjoy working with sketches and
inspiring others with your love of scrapbooking
-- then please send me your application!

Submissions will be taken until October 12
New Designers will be posted October 15

Please include in your application:
Name, address, email address,
link to your blog and online gallery
List of Current Design Teams

Please Send us:
3 of your recent layouts to showcase your scrapbook style
Atleast 1 Layout using a CS Sketch, please indicate Sketch #

The Design Team will be required to:
- Complete 2-3 layouts per month with sketches provided
- Exclusive to Creative Scrappers*
( design for our Sketch Blog Only, no other sketch blog is permitted)
- You will be asked to post our CT Blinkie in signatures & on your blog!
- Posting our sketch & your layout on your Blog/Facebook

- This is a Term position from November 1 - March 1 2012
- Call is Open to Past and Present Design Team Members
- We have a Private Group on Facebook for CT Members Only
- Call is available to all countries!

Please Mail your entries to
Kristine@Creative-Scrappers.com
Subject line - CS Creative Call

Thanks bunches !!!

2 New Blogs

2011-10-01T13:38:00.003-03:00

I had the opportunity to finish up 2 new blog makeovers this week.
I love the layers digi elements can offer, and the kits the girls selected where fabulous to play with.
Thanks ladies for letting me decorate your blog ;-)

http://www.babeecakez.com/
jen did a bit of editing to her template, but the banner, background is what i created for her.

http://anarubicastro.blogspot.com/
I really love Ana's new blog, the kit she selected, the colors... i really do love it. ;-)

I now have a folder set up on my facebook account with most of my blog banners/ makeovers.
If you are interested in taking a peek you can click here...

A Few Pages & Project

2011-09-26T09:40:00.006-03:00

Well Hello There!

Imagine that... i'm updating my blog more than once this week LOL!
I am posting the last of my layouts that I created & finished at the crop from last weekend.

This first one I started in June... really all i needed was a little journaling and it took me months.. so bad! But I used my favorite manufacturer October Afternoon and the background paper is MME.
My nieces are growing up so fast... and little Miss Marissa now has braces at 8years old and looks so much older and such a beautiful smile. I can't wait to see the end result!

This next layout was created using the new Crate Paper - Random collection. I love this collection... the colors, the flowers, LOVE it!

My layout is also a scraplift from Georgia Keays
... this was her layout.. too cute! Love those clouds and what she does with black cardstock... LOVE IT!

and this is my take on it..
I needed some inspiration for a layout last week and Georgia certainly helped out. I love this page !!!

Also to report... my new mini album kit has been released at LCOM. After a few months of non scrapbooking, and um yes a Chai Latte Stain on the front cover... not so nice but adds character my mini is finished! You can purchase the kit and Crate's Random collection here at LCOM.

those are my projects for this week...

if you are in the neighborhood, LCOM is hosting a mini crop this Wednesday night !
yes, at the Hampton Inns & Suites Conference room ... the hotel located in East Point Shopping area. It's only 10$ and it's from 6pm- midnight! Hopefully you can join us ;-)

I Found my Mojo!

2011-09-21T21:37:00.003-03:00

Oh how I love scrapbooking with a bunch of fun gals at a crop! For some reason the past .... year or so I haven't had much time or even desire to scrapbook but when I attend crops with my friends I have such a fabulous time and this past weekend the LCOM crop was no exception and I managed to chat up a storm and create 4 pages! ... ok that's not a lot but it is for me!!!!

The following are my latest pages using American Crafts Amy Tangerine ( LOVE THIS COLLECTION! )

My dear friend Stephanie ...
playing with her Mustache on a Stick ;-)

These are my two nieces ... one is 14 and the other 17.
They seem to be growing up real fast!!

This next layout was done with Crate Paper's latest Random Collection ... what fabulous colors! Love the jeans, and the pink ... yummy!

I have 2 more layouts to upload but I have to finish a few details and I also have my Mini Album kit from.. um the month of may Finished! I used some fantastic papers from October Afternoon 5 and Dime. The Mini album should be available for sale shortly! You can CLICK HERE to check ;-) but i will also post it here when my instructions are done.. hopefully soon!

That's it for now and I am soooooo looking forward to the next crop !
Thanks for stopping by ;-)
xx

Amy's New Blog!

2011-09-13T11:18:00.005-03:00

WOW! I think I am getting a bit of mojo back! It's been ages since I've created, and perhaps the colder weather and shorter days has something to do with my creative juices! I finished a blog makeover for Amy yesterday. Poor girl has been waiting months/weeks for her new blog.
The final outcome turned out pretty good, I love her cupcakes and the colors ;-)

Thank you AMY for giving me this opportunity and being so patient xx

-- as for scrappyness.... well I haven't created a layout since the last crop I attended ... that was when? mm... i think June! Craziness.... Although this weekend is a crop weekend for myself and a few scrappy friends Marielle, Zoe and Stephanie... I can't wait ! I haven't packed yet but I hope to get a few NEW photos printed and play with some new stash of papers!!!!

Oh yeah and I got braces! YUP.. i did. I've been having issues with my jaw lately - getting headaches and TMJ issues so this is after massage therapy, physiotherapy and a bite plate. So let's hope I get some relief with a fixed cross bite ;-)

Yup, it's mashed potatoes, Jello, Pudding, and scrambled eggs for a few weeks until I get used to the wires but so far it's been okay. Painful for my first week but this week isn't too bad.

Anyhoo that's my update for you today. I hope my next post will consist of a few layouts ;-)
Thanks for visiting and not deleting me from your Blog Reader ;-))

xx

LCOM MT Team Search

2011-09-05T14:46:00.000-03:00

Let's Capture Our Memories Marketing Team Search

What are we looking for?
We are looking for a few ladies who are willing to promote LCOM
and work with scrapbooking products of their choice for the next few months

What Is Expected:
* Create Layouts, Cards or Altered Items using supplies from our Store
(3 projects per month)
* Posting your projects on the store blog 3 times per month

* Some Participation in our LCOM Forum would be requested

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This Call is open to Canadian & US Residents
This is a term position- Nov 1 to Mar 31 2012

Deadline for submission is September 15 2011
New team will be announced on our blog October 1st 2011

Please Send Us...
Name / Address
E-mail Address
Link to your Blog and Online Gallery
LCOM User Name

List of current Design/Creative Team positions

Send 3 projects that best reflect your scrapbook style

-You will be given a store credit on a monthly basis
to purchase the products you'd like to showcase and design with
-You will receive an additional Store Discount
- se the LCOM Badge for blogs and signatures
-Use our private thread in the LCOM Forum for MT details and posting duties

Any questions and to submit your application

email subject line LCOM MT
to MT@LetsCaptureOurMemories.com

Good Luck!
Kristine

CS Sketch

2011-09-04T14:43:00.001-03:00

It's reveal day at Creative Scrappers today! The designers did an amazing job once again!!!
Sketch 172 is one that i designed and Hopefully you can participate ;-)

I also recently finished a blog makeover for Kristine Berc. I loved her digi kit by Kristin Cronin Barrow... so pretty and she had no requirements other than a pretty blog.
take a peek ... http://stashofprettypaper.blogspot.com/

CS Sketch

2011-08-15T20:01:00.003-03:00

It's that time again! My turn to offer a sketch at Creative Scrappers!
Sketch 169 is this week ....
Hopefully you have a few minutes to participate!

http://creativescrappers.blogspot.com/

Christmas in July

2011-07-24T21:02:00.001-03:00

CS Sketch & Winner!

2011-07-24T14:40:00.002-03:00

It's reveal day at CS Today! I'm the sketch designer this week and I must admit I love this sketch... me thinks i'll be creating with this soon ;-)

hope you're having a fabulous day ... enjoying some fun umbrella drinks and sitting by a swimming pool!! ;-) I'm not but i'm making believe i am LOL!

I also had a little giveaway that ended this morning ... for a FREE BLOG MAKEOVER and the winner is ... Kristine who posted on facebook ;-) CONGRATS GIRLIE!!!!!

Kristine Baron Berc Whoever wins one of your amazing blog makeovers is going to be one super lucky person... I hope it's me! :)

Please email me to claim your prize and find more info here for your new makeover!
thanks everyone and enjoy your day!

Blog Makeovers!

2011-07-20T18:54:00.005-03:00

I recently finished a few blog makeovers ... I know have my blog waitlist OPEN for new makeovers if you're interested please email me in the next few days ... my max is 5 after which i close my list.

Libby Pritchett Designs

and also Juliana Michaels

I've done a few others which you can find a list on the right side of my blog. For more info you can click here and fill out this form when you've decided!

Pet Portraits!

2011-07-19T15:57:00.002-03:00

As most of you know my cat Eddie is 100% Soiled Rotten! He's our little furry angel ;-) When I saw these Bella Blvd Papers - Tail Waggers and Cat Naps it was perfect for my kitty page.

A few weeks ago I attended a crop hosted by LCOM and we held a 1 hour sketch challenge. I managed to finish about 40% of my page but came home and two weeks later I'm finished!!!

This is the sketch we worked with .... and My Pet Portrait Page! isn't he the cutest !!!!? ;-)

Thanks for visiting and I hope you're enjoying your summer!

A Few Pages!

2011-06-25T17:21:00.004-03:00

wow, am i ever slack in the blog department! I've been spending my time mostly on facebook and neglecting my little blog here ;-)

I have a few pages to share... imagine that! Well... they've been in " production " for about 8 weeks or so... and i've finally finished them.

SWEET SISTERS

The first one is a layout I finished using the Jillibean Soup -Dutch Mustard left overs from my mini album kit at LCOM.

NOTEWORTHY

I love the colors of the Echo Park - For the Record Collection. I've almost exhausted my entire collection kit... but i think one more layout can be created with my left overs... One of my favorite EP Collection!

LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE

I love this ' Forced ' smile from my 3year old niece! I asked her to smile and she does this!!! Too precious.. When I saw these Jillibean Papers.... i had to use them LOVE LOVE Watermelon Gazpacho!

PERFECT PET

Well, this one is of my best fur friend! If there is something I am sure of in this lifetime .... I love my cat! as most of you know LOL!! ... yes Eddie is doing well at almost 11 years old. He loves me everyday... maybe it's cause i give him food... do you think?!! ;-)

Thanks for dropping by today. I hope to be a bit creative tonight and tomorrow ... i have tons of she art stuff i want to start .... hopefully i'll have a few hours to play!

have a great weekend ;-)

CS Sketch

2011-06-19T16:15:00.003-03:00

It's reveal day at Creative Scrappers today!
Hopefully you can participate ;-)

Memories .. Mini Album

2011-06-09T21:27:00.002-03:00

My next mini album is now available at LCOM!

Memories... I'll Never Forget

It's nice... if i do say so myself ;-)
It measures 6x6 and you'll have lots of room for 4x6 or 6x6 photos and of course the mini 3x2 pics... you will also have some papers left over for a layout... which i'll be posting next monday!

Kits can be purchased by clicking here!

Come Join Us!

2011-06-02T20:22:00.003-03:00

Come Join myself and some ladies from LCOM for a fun day of scrapbooking in Moncton!
Yup, we'll be at the Amsterdam Inn on Saturday Jun 11th from 9am until ..... we drop!
A few seats left and soooo much fun to be had ;-)

CLICK HERE to REGISTER!

My First She Art

2011-05-19T17:01:00.004-03:00

Well, i've been taking Christy Tomlinson's online She Art Class for the past month or more and just last week I sat down to complete my first "She Art". I started and re-started this canvas about 4 times. I had a hard time with my background... but finally I finished. It was fun... really messy but very ... rewarding maybe. It was awesome to use up some ink, paint, rubons, and so much more... i can't wait to start my next one ;-)

If you've been thinking about taking this class..... GO FOR IT! Even if you don't know what you're doing or scared to start... the lessons Christy teaches are amazing... you'll have a fabulous time!
I'll be taking her next online class.. She Had Three Hearts... can't wait ;-)

CS Sketch

2011-05-15T12:09:00.003-03:00

Our Creative Scrappers sketch reveal today is Sketch 156 that I created.
Tons of layers, strips of papers - great for left overs ;-)
The girls did an amazing job for our reveal... CLICK HERE to take a peek.

It's raining here today so perhaps i'll have some time to create today ;-)
Have a great Sunday!

4 hr 37 Winner

2011-05-12T08:16:00.000-03:00

Congratulations to
ISABELLE
for being our 4hr37 Winner!

Isabelle said... Superbe! This paper collection looks very good. I never seen it before.: May 11, 2011 7:52 AM

Isabelle, please email me your address ;-)
Thanks for your comments ladies !!!!

CS Opportunity!

2011-05-12T08:09:00.000-03:00

It’s time for another CT Call at Creative Scrappers!

If you enjoy working with sketches and being an inspiration
-- then send me your application.. ;-))

Submissions will be taken until June 6 2011
New Designers will be posted June 10 2010

Please include in your application:
Name, address, email address,
link to your blog and online gallery
List of Current Design Teams

Please Send me:
3 of your recent layouts to showcase your scrapbook style
Atleast 1 Layout using a CS Sketch, please indicate Sketch #

The Design Team will be required to:
- Complete 2-3 layouts per month with sketches provided
- Exclusive to Creative Scrappers*
( design for our Sketch Blog Only, no other sketch blog is permitted)
- You will be asked to post our CT Blinkie in signatures & on your blog!
- Posting our sketch & your layout on your Blog

- This is a Term position from July 1st until October 31 2011
- Call is Open to Past and Present Design Team Members
- We have a Private Forum for CT Members Only
- Call is available to all countries!

Please Mail your entries to me at
Kristine@Creative-Scrappers.com

4 Heures 37 RAK!

2011-05-08T16:51:00.005-03:00

Have you ever heard of 4 heures 37? Maybe, Maybe Not?! They are a super duper manufacturer from France. My local Scrap Store just got them IN STOCK! You know what?? She's the only one in North America that is currently selling these papers!!! Yes... !!!!

They are double sided, cardstock like quality - thick paper... similar to October Afternoon and Jillibean Soup quality... yup you know what i'm talking about!!!!
The sheets are a bit pricey cause of shipping from France to Canada but at 1.25 a sheet it's still a fabulous steel!

CLICK HERE to CHECK IT OUT!!!

So... in honor of this new collection reaching Canada and hopefully reaching your little hands I would like to offer one of my reader a chance to WIN this ENTIRE Collection !!!!

All you need to do is leave me a message how much you'd love this new collection!!! That's easy right?!!!

The draw will take place on Wednesday Night May 11th
at 9pm eastern time.
in the mean time... if you ( the Winner ) decides to purchase this collection by Wednesday and you win I will refund your purchase!!!! Interested in a savings? LCOM has these on sale at 15% off from now until Wednesday May 11th!

Hurry cause quantities are limited...
and these clouds and too sweet!!!

Good Luck!!

Sweet Sweet Summer

2011-05-03T15:35:00.003-03:00

At the Crop this past weekend I challenged the ladies to create a layout based on this sketch
and only use LilyBee Design papers (6x6) format and the stickers provided... they were permitted to use cardstock, and any other embellies... the reveal was fabulous! All the ladies did a great job ;-) You can see the reveal here .. ....

LCOM has a challenge for you this month!!
Create a Layout using this sketch and also use ONLY Lilybee Design papers
( these can be purchased here LCOM )

Enter your layout here on the LCOM blog by posting a link to your page HERE
the deadline is May 31st
the Prize -- a 20$ Gift Card to one random participant!!!

Good Luck and Have Fun!

So Very Handsome

2011-05-02T21:46:00.002-03:00

I had the opportunity this past weekend to attend a crop hosted by Let's Capture Our Memories. I arrived Friday at about 2pm and didn't get home till Sunday afternoon at about 2pm. What a fabulous weekend! We got to enjoy some of Tanya's great deserts and also great company from some scrappy friends... Zoe, Marielle, Stephie and so many more girls from LCOM. It was a great time meeting new peeps!! I didn't scrap much... i only finished 2 pages. WHAT!! really... 2 pages. Seriously .. not sure why ... maybe all the chatting that was going on ;-)

my first real BOY Page!
Since I am now an Auntie to a sweet little baby boy i have boy pages to look forward to ... this was created using Bella Blvd papers Mr. Boy

I had a great time creating this page... the colors are so nice and bright and isn't that picture of my nephew cute or what!?? He's only about a week old!!!

I'll have another post tomorrow to showcase my second layout ;-)

CS Blog Hop!

2011-04-30T06:15:00.000-03:00

Welcome to Our Creative Scrappers
Birthday Blog Hop!

Creative Scrappers is 3 years old!!!

We are celebrating 3 years of Creativity at Creative Scrappers this weekend and glad you could join us. Our Creative Team members each have a Unique Sketch from our Sketch Designers to showcase on their blogs. Visit their blogs for inspiration and please visit our Creative Scrappers blog at the end and add leave us a comment to be entered to win great prizes from our blog hop sponsors --

Let's Capture Our Memories
Scrap Attack Scrapbooking
Nicole Lombardo
My Little Bit of Whimsy
Lucky Girl Crafts

Click the links below
these will take you to our team blogs.

Amélie Jutras

Ana Castro
Carla Tarabus
Caroline Parent
Christiane Müller

Elizabeth Carney
Jenny Linden
Jody Rogers
Kim Jeffress
Mija Comstad

Natalia Danilina
Nicole Nowosad
Pamella Brown

Sarah Webb

Shannon Morgan
Vicky Alberto
Yukiko Ochi

Yuko Tanaka

Kristine Davidson << You are Here ;-)
CLICK Here to download all our Blog Hop Sketches

Thank you for supporting Creative Scrappers
and we hope to inspire you for more years to come!

Creative Soup!

2011-04-25T22:47:00.003-03:00

I was asked to create a sketch for the challenge blog... Creative Soup in partnership with Creative Scrappers. The Sketch was posted Monday April 11 but you can still participate if you wish ;-)

More Minis!

2011-04-20T18:15:00.004-03:00

YES, I started creating with paper again! It's been a while and a good break it was. At the last crop I attended I created this mini album and really enjoyed it.... and decided maybe I could start creating mini albums again and provide them as kits. So Tanya at LCOM encouraged my decision and voila.... I'm playing again!

I created 2 mini albums that will be sold as kits on the LCOM website tomorrow morning.
Both are really adorable and I am quite pleased with the results.If you are interested in mini albums then take a peek ---

A Boy's Life
was created with Crate Paper - Toy Box,
Measures 6x6 and Totally Cute!

Pretty Little Sweetie

was also created using Crate Paper - Emma's Shoppe

it Measures 5x7 and so girlie .. I love it!

I will also have on the site a preorder option if you are interested in next month's kit
( I'll be using Jillibean Soup - Dutch Mustard Soup )

- i have no official release date for the mini albums since i dislike working with deadlines...
so as i finish them i'll post them here and the LCOM forum to let you know they are ready!

CLICK HERE to purchase..

They are priced quite reasonable and often times you'll have extra supplies to create more pages or a layout ;-)

Thanks for dropping by!!

LCOM Crop!

2011-04-11T00:18:00.004-03:00

Updated Blog!

2011-04-03T17:43:00.004-03:00

Wow, it's been a while since I posted some info on this blog! I am doing well ;-) thank you for asking! The past few months have been a bit hectic - I've been hired part time for a local scrapbook store - Let's Capture Our Memories - and i've been ordering new CHA products, uploading to the online store, and truly enjoying shopping for new goodies! Thank you tanya for giving me this opportunity!! ;-)

I've also taken on the responsibility of - Marketing Director - or DT Leader more of less.. just a fancier title! haa!!! I've been working with the ladies selecting their monthly kits, and starting this new program for LCOM. It's been great so far and hopefully will only get better. You can visit the blog here... http://LetsCaptureOurMemories.blogspot.com

As a friendly gesture.. i would like to offer you - my blog readers - a 10% discount to LCOM this week! The coupon is valid until Saturday April 9th - simply enter KDBLOG10 to save your 10%!

No minimum or maximum purchase - just a ONE Time use per person ;-)

I've also been working full time, finishing decorating blogs, and now finishing blogs on hold for the past few months ... that list should be completed shortly. Thank you to those that have waited.

I've been introduced to a new member of the family... my sister just had a baby boy (Nate - weighing 8lbs 3oz on March 29th ) I'm looking forward to creating a few new layouts with a BOY theme! ;-) He's a sweetie pie... so cute I can't wait to see him again in a few weeks.

I attended a crop last weekend and finished a mini album - which will be posted shortly as soon as i can get my photos printed - and also finished a layout ... and a layout that was sitting on my desk for a few months. I am not sure why I just haven't been in the mood to scrapbook at home this past winter... hopefully my mojo has returned for a few weeks or months and i can start playing again.

Saturday - Studio Calico papers

Celebrate Today - Echo Park for the Record

That's my update ladies!
Thanks for visiting and hopefully i'll be talking to you more often ;-)

A Scrapbooking Weekend

2011-04-03T11:56:00.000-03:00

Come join Let's Capture Our Memories for a weekend of Scrapbooking!

LOCATION: Amsterdam Inn

2550 Mountain Road in Moncton, (off Highway # 2 at Exit 450)

http://www.amsterdaminns.com/moncton.html

DATES: Friday, April 29 to Sunday, May 1 2011

Arrive anytime after 4:00pm on Friday and leave on Sunday morning.

Registration fee includes goodie bags, scrapping time with your friends, snacks, lunch on Saturday.

(Dinner will be at your leisure since Moncton has some fabulous restaurants!) The store will be on-site Friday and Saturday for your shopping needs.

COST: $50 per person

hotel rooms are optional and can be reserved with the hotel directly by calling 506-383-5050 *($82 for single / 92$ for double room)

Space is limited and prices are subject to change.

Hotel Accommodations include Breakfast.

If you wish to come for Saturday only from 9am-9pm the cost is 30$

We have access to the room for scrapbooking starting at 4pm on Friday and ending after midnight on Saturday Night.

Payment is due upon registration - your spot isn't confirmed until paid

Deadline to register is until SOLD OUT or April 25th.

Your spot is NOT guaranteed until payment is received in full

Please register ONLINE!

PRINT THIS INFO CLICK HERE

Hello Blog Readers

2011-03-21T23:22:00.004-03:00

Yes! I am still alive ;-)

Just a little busy these days...
I promise to update you with some info and projects shortly!

HUGS!!!!

Happy Thoughts!

2011-03-04T23:31:00.002-04:00

My 7 year old niece colored this for her mother.... ( which is my sister )
It gives me happy thoughts when i see it...
She did an awesome job and i'm so proud of her

CS Featured Designer!

2011-02-20T21:38:00.002-04:00

We have a Creative Opportunity for you!
Creative Scrappers is looking for a few featured designers
for the month of March, April and May!

Send in your request to be a guest
and maybe you'll be the one featured on the CS blog!

Interested?
Send me an email !!! (kristine@creative-scrappers.com)
title of email "CS Featured Designer "
your full name
blog address / or gallery address
2 of your Latest Layouts

Deadline for submission is March 1 2011
Those selected will be emailed on or before March 3

www.CreativeScrappers.blogspot.com
Come Create with Us!

Donna's Coming!

2011-02-13T14:02:00.001-04:00

Creative Scrappers
and Let's Capture Our Memories
have joined together
and invited the World Famous Mixed Media Queen
Donna Downey
to Quispamsis New Brunswick!

Donna will be in the area May 27-28 2011 teaching and inspiring us!
Friday and Saturday Classes

Come learn how to use paints , play with stamps & inks,
colorful iron ons , use watercolors, plus much more to get you " creating!"

Life's Artistry

Inspiration Journal

Butterfly Moments

Hearts Intention

to learn more about Donna visit her blog at
http://www.donnadowney.typepad.com

To register CLICK Here

Hope to see you then!!! It might be a little costly
but if you start saving NOW you can do it !!!
Well worth every penny!

A Cool Quote!

2011-01-30T01:04:00.008-04:00

thanks to Kathy T for sending me to this website...

http://www.pinterest.com

(the servers are usually pretty busy...
so don't give up if it's not working... try later! it's worth it;-)

I've been here for days just browsing
and enjoying some fabulous photos

I found this image and thought it was kind of cool!

Skrap N Chat ...

2011-01-29T00:13:00.006-04:00

is turning 2!

This January marks their second birthday!
Two years of chatting, supporting and even some skrapping.
Two years of laughter, some tears and lots of techniques.
Two years of fun together, and that means only one thing...........

A BIRTHDAY CROP!

Please join us for our 2nd Birthday Party!
The fun starts Friday January 28 until the 30th.
The DT is hosting with challenges, ideas, games and prizes!

CLICK HERE TO JOIN THEM!

Sussies Sketch

2011-01-28T09:51:00.002-04:00

The Sussies Sketch for January/February is posted
in case you are interested in participating ;-)
CLICK HERE

Melissa's Scrap Spot

2011-01-26T19:19:00.003-04:00

Melissa recently won an online auction at Let's Capture Our Memories - the auction was a new blog makeover. I was extremely happy to help Tanya raise funds for her daughters trip to Florida and thrilled that Melissa won.

This kit from Kristin Cronin Barrow is totally gorgeous!

I love the colors, and the embellishments such as the metal frame...
a great focal point on Melissa's header.

If you wanna take a peek at Mel's new blog CLICK HERE!

thank you Melissa for supporting Emily
and thanks for letting me decorate your blog ;-)

Karen's Scrap Spot

2011-01-21T23:22:00.004-04:00

Karen has a newly decorated blog today!

I really love the soft colors, beautiful flowers and those flourishes... fabulous!
this digi kit was from CRK

To View Karen's new blog CLICK HERE

Thanks for letting me decorate your blog Karen!
It was a pleasure working with you ;-)

Glitz Giveaway!

2011-01-20T06:13:00.004-04:00

I have a few things left over from
my Scraptures GDT kit this month -
This was my kit...

so instead of packing my leftovers...
i thought that maybe one of my readers would like to use them!

So, i have ...
an unused stamp, prima flowers, left over rubons,
a few sheets of 6x6 papers and some cardstock calendar diecuts...
a nice little goodie bag !
( please note it's not the photo of my goodie bag ) but close ;-)

Scraptures is celebrating
their 1st Birthday this month!

they have an online crop this weekend and maybe you'll participate?

--- the winner is TeenaBugg38
- Tina if you could email me please with your address ;-)
Congrats!

A few Pages & A Tote!

2011-01-19T17:43:00.004-04:00

Good afternoon!
Well I finally took a few minutes today to photograph some of my recent projects. I was lucky enough to attend a crop this past Saturday and finished 3 layouts, a tote, and started a canvas album. I still haven't unpacked all my supplies and my scrapbook room is a serious mess. I hope tonight hubby watches hockey so i can spend a few hours cleaning this place.

I had a fabulous time on Saturday with my scrap chicks Stephanie & Chantal. We got a little rowdy around 6pm and Chantal started playing some tunes from her iphone.... yup... and we started signing and dancing in our chairs... Oh My! i think Stephie was a bit annoyed and a few others... and i do apologize but it was just so much fun... ;-))

This is what we sang... about 11 times !! hahaha!!!
PINK - RAISE YOUR GLASS

here are a few of my pages ....
one is in limbo, i just need a little sewing and i'm done ;-)

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I hope you have a fabulous day!
Thanks for stopping by ;-) I like visitors!

LCOM Sketches

2011-01-18T20:40:00.002-04:00

Here are a few sketches I created for my LSS
- Let's Capture Our Memories

I am still in the cleaning stages of my scrap room. It looks like a tornado !!! I am finishing up a few layouts that I created this weekend and I will be posting them tomorrow .. ;-)

Raising Funds ...

2011-01-17T18:17:00.003-04:00

I am helping my dear friend Tanya raise funds for her daughters trip to Florida -

up for auction at Let's Capture Our Memories is
a complete BLOG makeover!

( visit their forum for more info )

deadline is Friday Jan 21 at 8pm Eastern Time / 9pm Atlantic

CS Sketch 139

2011-01-16T18:39:00.002-04:00

It's reveal day for Creative Scrappers today!
My sketch is featured and the designers have created some amazing layout..
take a peek and hopefully you'll find an hour or so to participate with us this week ;-)

I attended a crop yesterday and completed 3 layouts, 1 tote bag, and started a canvas album. I'll be sharing tomorrow ;-)) I am just a bit tired today. Stephanie, myself and Chantal scrapped from 9am ... until 3am ... YAWN, today is a lazy day :-)

Mommy of 5 Kidz

2011-01-11T11:29:00.004-04:00

Misty was the lucky one who won my blog decor giveaway last week. Today she is enjoying her new blog makeover. Misty had no serious requirements, she just wanted a new decorated blog.

I selected this kit for her ... with her approval of course ;-)

A kit from Kristin Cronin Barrow.
Misty has several scrapbook layout that gave me inspiration to create using this kit.

and her new blog ---

to view more of Misty's blog ... CLICK HERE

Scraptures Reveal

2011-01-10T10:26:00.002-04:00

Good Morning!

It's reveal day at Scraptures today!
I am lucky enough to be a guest designer for the month of January and truly loved playing with these Glitz Papers.

Glitz is a paper collection I've never really played with.. not sure why maybe the bright patterns scared me away but i really LOVE that they are double sided and one side of these papers works for me ;-)
The Scraptures kit is yummy too... i think Denise has about 2 kits left if you are interested .. hurry! CLICK HERE to PURCHASE!

My reveal for you today ... and I must admit I really enjoyed the Glimmer Glaze in this kit. I never used it before and I love how it stays shinny on my pages ;-) I'll be getting more for sure.

That's my reveal for you today!

Don't forget Scraptures is hosting an online crop to celebrate their 1 year anniversary
January 21-23 2011.... come join us !!!

Thanks for Visiting ;-)

Desk Top Calendar

2011-01-07T08:10:00.004-04:00

Good Morning!

I created this desktop calendar for a reveal at Scraptures today.

We are celebrating their 1 year anniversary and doing challenges coordinating with the Table of Traditional and Modern Anniversary Gifts. Today is the 7th of January and that in terms represents the the 7th Anniversary!!! How fun isn't it ?
So... the table indicates the 7th anniversary could be a Desk Set or Wool and Copper.
I selected the option of a Desk Set! I love stationary items and a calendar to start off 2011 was perfect!!!

I've added the instructions in a PDF format for you to download
Use it to create your own desktop calendar and please share it with me ;-)
or join us in the forum at Scraptures!!!

It's easy and takes about 30-45 minutes or less ;-)

CALENDAR DOWNLOAD
INSTRUCTIONS DOWNLOAD

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Altered Tote Bags

2011-01-06T19:48:00.003-04:00

I started something a few weeks ago.. maybe months ago I don't remember ... but I've fallen in love with creating these tote bags!!
I get these wonderful tote bags ... fairly inexpensive about 8-16$ each and decorate them with bling and flowers... it's really easy and fun to make.. the only trick is getting good adhesive to stick .. but so far so good... mine have stayed.

A few of these were donated to a high school twirl girl ( that sounds good! hee) doing fundraising for a twirl parade in Florida this February. If you are interested in one of these tote bags and wish to support Emily on her quest to Florida you can CLICK HERE <<< I also have a kit for sale where you can make your own. A few more will be added later ;-) you can check LCOM or my blog for details and of course Emily thanks you for your support.

This last one is my moms.... so not for sale!
Isn't this just lovely? I love them... and working on a Jean Tote bag next!

Scrapper Caz

2011-01-04T17:07:00.002-04:00

has a new decorated blog today!!!

Digi Kit by Kristin Cronin Barrow
this just calls Summertime doesn't it ?
Thanks for letting me play Caroline ;-)

CLICK HERE to visit her Blog

Who Won?

2011-01-03T12:51:00.002-04:00

Congrats and please email me to confirm your details ;-)

Thanks for your comments ladies and i am sure i'll have another giveaway soon!
My waitlist is OPEN for new BLOG Makeovers but not for long... so if you are interested email me soon! I usually close my list after 6-8 on the waitlist ;-)
thanks bunches!

Sussies Sketch

2011-01-01T22:39:00.003-04:00

The Sussies Sketch for January is posted
in case you are interested in participating ;-)
CLICK HERE

also don't forget...
if you are interested in a blog makeover
the deadline to sign up for your chance to win
is TONIGHT at 9pm Eastern Time ;-) CLICK HERE

A New Year!

2011-01-01T15:48:00.002-04:00

Happy New Year everyone! I hope you had a fabulous New Year's Eve and celebrated with loved ones. Hubby and I stayed home last night and watched Inception... wowzers that was hard on the head at first but what a good movie. I adore Leonardo DiCaprio ;-)

This month I am a guest designer for a Canadian Scrapbook Store called Scraptures. They are celebrating 1 year in business this month with a huge MONTH Long celebration! Tons of prizes, games, and challenges .... so if you want something to do this month please join me. Creative Scrappers is also being sponsored by Scraptures this month and they'll be using a few CS sketches in their challenges!

Here is a sneak peek of the kit that i'll be working with ~

I'll post my reveals for your shortly .... I haven't scrapped since .. November so this should be fun for me.

I hope you have a fabulous day and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Decorated Blog Giveaway!

2010-12-31T08:17:00.003-04:00

In celebration of a new year, I am offering a FREE BLOG MAKEOVER to one of my dear readers!

If you are interested in having your blog decorated.... all you need to do is leave me a comment about what your doing or did to celebrate (New Years Eve) and you could be the lucky winner of a new Decorated Blog!!!

You will be able to select your own digi elements from my list of Approved Designers
and I will create something special for you ....

this includes-- >
- new banner/ background / signature/ post separator / font color match/ special font for your titles-sidebar titles / and Installation ;-)

I will draw a name on Sunday Night January 2nd (9pm est)

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

LCOM Crop!

2010-12-28T23:45:00.000-04:00

Come join me for a day of scrapbooking!

It's winter time and the best way to release some of that cooped up stress is to scrapbook with friends! LCOM has the conference room at the Amsterdam Inn reserved just for us to come and have a great relaxing time scrapping and chatting with friends!

Winter Wonderland Crop
Amsterdam Inn / Quispamsis NB

9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday January 15 2011

Lunch will be at our leisure

Supper will be take out pizza with Caesar salad

of course Tanya will have SCRUMPTIOUS homemade desserts !

Deadline to register is Wednesday January 10 2011

CLICK HERE

Libby Lou!

2010-12-19T21:05:00.004-04:00

Yes it's true, i LOVE Libby Lou!
I love her digi kits, and i LOVE that she lets me decorate her blog ;-)

I created this wonderful banner for her .. with a holiday / winter theme
love this BLUE and GREEN combo !!

take a peek at Libby's BLOG!

She has a fabulous new kit out .... called 8 days a week..
i see this as a fabulous theme for my blog in january ;-)

How Sweet It Is

2010-12-17T18:16:00.006-04:00

Ms Cindy got a new blog makeover yesterday!
She wanted a cupcake and an owl and loved this digi kit by Kate W.

.... and everything else was up to me to create. I LOVE the color combination and the elements are just too cute.

CLICK HERE for Cindy's BLOG

Thank you Cindy for letting me decorate your blog ;-)
It was a pleasure!

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My waitlist for blog makeovers is currently OPEN for a limited time.
If you are interested in a blog makeover ... please review the information posted HERE and email me to be added to my waitlist ;-)

Scrapbook Daisies Sketch

2010-12-12T21:02:00.003-04:00

Layouts for this challenge need to be newly created for Scrapbook Daisies and The projects must be linked to the CS Sketch Thread at SD. Also add your link in DEC. Challenge Tracker thread by midnight PST on the last day of the month to be eligible for the monthly prize.

The monthly prize winner will be selected shortly after the end of the month.

Visit Scrapbook Daisies for more info and participate ;-)

New Blog Decor!

2010-11-30T21:24:00.005-04:00

Well thanksgiving is over, and it's almost December 1st so it was time for me to decorate my blog. I love the colors in Libby's new kit

and i created a new banner...

I also finished a banner for Ms Sara Z ;-)

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You can visit her blog HERE

thanks for peeking!

Sussies Sketch

2010-11-28T20:35:00.003-04:00

Scrapbook Sussies
is hosting a sketch challenge for November/December

you can click here to participate!

December Daily!

2010-11-26T21:38:00.002-04:00

I created this sweet mini album ( sized 4x6 ) for Let's Capture Our Memories
It's pretty much a December Daily Album using TONS of Elle's Studio tags and Echo Park papers.... So Festive!!!

Kit contents

Elle's Studio - Vintage Christmas Flashcards
Elle's Studio - Holiday Story Journaling Tags
Elle's Studio - Vintage Mix & Match Numbers
Echo Park Element Stickers - Merry Christmas

4 printed Tags on Cardstock 2 Binder Rings

7 Gypsies Baggage Tag
Jillibean Soup Corrugated Shapes
We Are Memory Photo Sleeves
Scenic Route Stars

My Little Bit of Whimsy - Clay Embellishments
13 sheets of 4x6 Echo Park / Making Memories Christmas papers
2 Office Supply Tags
Misc Ribbon / Twine
2 12x12 sheets of Kraft Cardstock
1 Maya Road Kraft Envelope
2 White Envelopes

Directions / Photos of the project sent by email

I hope you join me in creating this mini album and Capturing Your Memories!

I'll post more photos shortly ;-)

CLICK HERE to PURCHASE

3 Scrappy Boys Reveal

2010-11-17T12:07:00.002-04:00

I am a guest designer this month at 3 Scrappy Boys and I was lucky enough to play with this yummy kit -->

I was at a crop on Saturday and I brought this kit with me and completed 4 layouts with it! I still have tons of papers left and very pleased with the selection. It's like 3 kits in one ;-) I also love the extra bag of embellies with flowers, buttons, and brads -- so fun!!!

here are my layouts --
I kind of goofed on the title for this one... i don't think the stitches on the title are the best... but it's done ... ;-P

As you can probably tell I am loving the little banners, and my ink spots! heee!!!
The papers used were Lily Bee, American Crafts, and Bella Blvd.

Thanks for peeking and come join us at 3SB!

3 Scrappy Boys Sketch

2010-11-17T00:14:00.003-04:00

I am a guest designer this month at 3 Scrappy Boys.
I created a sketch for their Anniversary Crop.
If you have an hour or more to play ... this is the sketch ;-)

you can visit their forum/gallery to upload your pages ;-))

I created a few layouts this past weekend
and I'll be able to share them once they are posted at 3SB.

Scrapbook Daisies Sketch

2010-11-11T22:37:00.002-04:00

It's time for another great sketch challenge at Scrapbook Daisies!

Be sure to share it in the sketch challenge thread
and in November's tracker for a chance to win a FREE kit!!
You have until November 30th to complete it.

Altered Tote Bag/ATC

2010-11-06T13:22:00.004-03:00

I think I am really enjoying this altered canvas thing... It is sooo fun to make a mess and get dirty with paints, i didn't think i'd enjoy it so much .. but it been a great learning process for me and a fantastic way to get creative!

This week I completed a tote bag from Micheals (5.99) I added acrylic paint, a little glimmer mist -- in a turquoise green color, flowers, bling and voila! A new tote bag... i think it's too cute to use ... but i might add a few embellies in the bag and keep it visible in my scrap room..

it's pretty large at about 12" wide and 14" high

Something else I also created where these cute Canvas ATCs. Acrylic paints, a few embellies and I didn't have any Donna Downey stamps so i used my Ali Edwards stamps instead. I like.. It was so fun to create these. Techniques learned from Donna's Fun with Fabric Class at Big Picture Scrapbooking.

That's my create projects for this week...
thanks for peeking!

Altered Canvas Bag!

2010-11-03T14:40:00.002-03:00

WOW! I can honestly say this was the most fun i've had creating in quite some time. I am participating in Donna Downey's Fun with Fabric Class at BPS and this is my first project from the class. Donna is amazing at teaching... one full hour and a ton of techniques!!! I can't wait till she comes visit next spring. I want MORE!

So, this week I started creating my Messenger Bag... from this ----

To This!

I was initially going to paint my bag green, some sort of green and I tried! As i sprayed my bag with water to activate the paint, it turned yellow... well no yellow bag for me so I added some pink.. yup pink.. but again as my colors were water activated it turned both to an orangie, pinkish two tone color. I wasn't crazy about it at first... but i do like it. I created muslin flowers and sprayed them with glimmer mist, added bling and more flowers and VOILA!
So FUN !!! I really made a mess in my scrap room including some acrylic paint on my walls, but that's okay.... i had fun!

Thank you Donna for making this an amazing class ;-)

Products used ---
Golden Paint - Quinacridone Magenta, Green Gold
Tattered Angels - Glimmer Mist - Riptide
Prima Flowers, Blings, Leaves
Donna Downey Canvas Messenger Bag

Donna Downey Visiting!

2010-10-28T13:16:00.002-03:00

Donna Downey
is coming to Quispamsis New Brunswick!

Donna will be in the area May 27-28 2011 teaching and inspiring us!
Friday Evening Class / and Saturday from 9-9
Classes will be posted in February 2011

Come learn how to use paints , play with stamps & inks,
colorful iron ons , use watercolors, plus much more to get you " creating!"

Classes will be posted in February but you can reserve your seat today!
Don't delay because SPACE IS LIMITED!

to learn more about Donna visit her blog at
http://www.donnadowney.typepad.com

for more info email
Tanya@LetsCaptureOurMemories.com or
Kristine@Creative-Scrappers.com

To register CLICK Here

Almost Christmas Crop!

2010-10-25T21:58:00.003-03:00

Our Local Scrapbook Store is hosting a crop!
It's Almost Christmas Time!!!
Come start or finish those Christmas Projects :-)

Let's Capture Our Memories
Amsterdam Inn Quispamsis NB
Saturday November 13 from 9am -9pm

Lunch will be at your leisure

Pizza & Caesar salad supper with homemade desserts!

To Register CLICK HERE .. HURRY!

Craft Gossip

2010-10-23T22:06:00.002-03:00

Just a few days ago Francine from Craft Gossip saw my layout posted at 2 Peas and requested my " Daddy's Girl " layout to be featured as the Daily Inspiration page... ;-)

A little happy moment and also encouraging for me to start scrappin again
Time to open up some of those sealed paper packs !!! ;-)

TAKE A PEEK

An Update...

2010-10-21T17:25:00.004-03:00

Remember a few weeks ago I blogged about my cat Eddie not feeling well and being diagnosed with Diabetes... I really was devastated, and so scared to say the least. Well this is an update....

The first week of August Eddie was diagnosed with Diabetes, to take 2 units of insulin twice a day. Something normal for diabetic cats, We also changed his diet to dry cat food for diabetics.

- we went home and did just that ... insulin and new cat food. Eddie was not feeling well - drinking way too much water and in 6 months lost 8 pounds.
- 14 days later as requested by the vet we went in for a Blood Glucose Reading, - showing 10mmgl
which is not too bad, but to remain on the same Rx - 2 units twice a day.
- Eddie is still drinking way too much water and I am freaking out!!!!

-- another 7 days goes by and i need to see the Vet to get another Reading for his glucose. Eddie is at 18mmgl --- that is um.. high. so Doctor says go to 3 units twice a day. Ok... i am a little skeptical but certainly accept the advice
-- same dry food, high numbers of blood glucose... too much . I am not happy and something is not right. I read online at www.felinediabetes.com and search for answers, what could be wrong, why is eddie not getting better, why are his numbers so high. I am frustrated beyond belief and I think I cried the entire Altantic Ocean out of my eyes....

Friday Oct 1st, i called for an appoitnment to get his blood glucose tested again.
I have done some research and just begging for someone to magically appear and tell me what can i do... what can i do to make this better. I cannot give up .. it is my kitty .... I cannot imagine having kids.. i think i would go crazy bonkers!

I go to bed Sunday night Oct 3 and lay there...crying .. sobbing and out loud I ask ...
(i do believe in God, but I do not pray often, and maybe i should... but ) out loud I ask...
Dear god, i don't ask for many things or many miracles but i need one now. i need some help, i need to know that Eddie will be okay... i need your help ... and please let me know that Eddie will be fine.....

about 10 minutes later Eddie climbs on top of me on the bed and begs to come under the covers with me. he rarely does this and quite special for me... makes me feel like a cat mommy ;-) ... and he lays there with me for about 15 minutes purring and then leaves. I seriously felt like he answered me... in a strange way.

Monday night Oct 4th we have a Vet appointment ... but the regular Vet is on vacation so this is a new Vet from out of town. about 1.5 hours away .. she is here replacing the vet on vacation. She actually has a daughter that has diabetes... wow what a coincidence. We got the change to sit and chat with her for almost 1 hour.... really does that happen at a doctors office... or a vet office... no it doesnt. She took the time to teach us so much and to validate everything i was reading online for the past few weeks. Diabetic cats do better on a good low carb diet with wet food ...

..... since Oct 4 Eddie has been eating PURINA DM for diabetic cats going from 3units x2 insulin to 2units x1 then 1unit x1 and today ...... OFF insulin. His Blood Glucose numbers are steady between 4.5 - 4.8 throughout the day which is pretty good for a diabetic cat..

here is a chart in case you want to read more...

so, Eddie will have to be monitored for the next month or so to make sure he is doing ok and his blood glucose levels are consistent or alteast not far from normal. I take a deep breath ....
I thank this VET everyday for changing our kitties life. For making it better.... and keeping him here a little bit longer with us. Believing that God does answer prayers...

the past couple of weeks have been STRESSFUL but i learned a lot...

I would say the moral of my post today is ....
Believe, and get a second opinion if you think the first one is not right.

man, i love my cat!

Luv A Lot Land

2010-10-21T00:30:00.003-03:00

A little makeover for Jodi this evening!
I love the digi kit she selected... called It's a Wonderful World by Kristin Cronin Barrow and Meg Mullens ;-) Such great elements in this kit including a beautiful sunshine, and tree ... and birdie, and clouds.. and oh i just love it all ;-))

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CLICK TO VISIT JODi's New Blog

Thanks for letting me decorate your blog Jodi!

SASsy Makeover!

2010-10-17T09:16:00.004-03:00

Scrap Attack Scrapbooking got a makeover yesterday! I didn't create the logo but I organized the blog a little bit with a new background, favicon, sidebar and post title fonts, and I think it looks fabulous for this AWESOME SASsy site!

SAS is also hosting an online crop this weekend ..
maybe you can stop by and play awhile ;-)

Thanks Lauri for asking me to decorate your blog!

CLICK HERE TO VISIT Scrap Attack

A Friendzy Sketch

2010-10-15T09:15:00.002-03:00

You can participate in this sketch challenge at
Scrap Friendzy!

Created exclusively for Cheryl ;-)

Just Nick

2010-10-14T09:25:00.004-03:00

Good Morning!

Just Nick has a newly decorated blog !! This was so fun to create, I see a little of Nicole in this blog and maybe a little of me. Paint splats, stitching, nice vibrant colors .... makes me want to redo MY blog again ;-))

thanks Nicole for letting me play!!!

CLICK HERE to VISIT

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Just letting my readers know that my blog decorating will be on HOLD for a few weeks. I am taking a class with Donna Downey - Fun with Fabric and I`m looking forward to participating. I also want to start creating more with papers so i`ll be putting my blog decors on hold. If you are interested in a makeover please email me to have your name added to my list.

Have a fabulous day!