Daily Inspiration

Over at Scrapbook Star there is always lots of inspirations but I have to admit I love sketches. Last weeks sketch blew my mind and there was so many different takes. Here is the sketch from Jemma and my take on it.





Be sure to check it out because there are points to be collected for a chance to win in the monthly lottery and the summer SSGT for prizes!!!

Sneak Peak for Challenge #17 at Butterfly Crafts

Here's a little sneak peak for challenge #17 at Butterfly Crafts. The reveal will be August 1st so be sure to check back. Don't forget if you partcipate there are goodies to be won at Butterfly Crafts. http://butterflycrafts.ning.com/

The Day Finally Arrived!

I now own a Canon Rebel SLR!!! I gave it a little test tonight and it is sweet!!! Here is a page I did but had to wait for my camera before I could upload! I used the new PP's from Fancy Pants - Kraft Kutz. Enjoy!

2 Days And Counting

Until I pick up my new slr!!! I have decided on the canon rebel. I was torn between the Nikon D60 and the canon rebel. Basically it's the same camera with the same functions. What sold me is that the Nikon doesn't have LCD capabilities after you take your photo. I need this feature. Maybe I have become spoiled since cameras went digital but I need to know before I upload if my picture came out.

Going Thru Camera Withdrawal!!! LOL

I sold my digital camera and on Thursday I am picking up a brand new Canon Rebel SLR. However at the moment I am without a camera and going thru some serious withdrawals. Of course when you don't have it is when you need it. 3 days and counting!!!

Who's Up For An Online Crop Weekend???

My LSS is having an online crop weekend. There are prizes to be won and points to collect. Please check out Scrapbook Star for some serious scrapping. It's going to be a rainy weekend so the timing is perfect!!!

2 More Pages for Sassy Scrappers

Here are my last 2 pages using the bound + d/termined "Word of the Wise" collection. I still have lots of paper and die cuts left :D.

For this page I used a lot of the die cuts and decorated it with bling and flowers.



On this page I used the slice to cut out my grass, leaves and rake.

Big Sale Going On At Scrapbook Star

These sales are totally worth it. Scrapbook Star has fantastic delivery and lots of items to choose from.

Sale
July 10 - 12 2009
In-Store and Online

Receive 10% off all COPIC markers
Receive 20% off all Cricut Products
Receive 30% off all other products*
Receive 50% off already reduced products (in our on sale section)

*Does not apply to COPIC airbrush systems or Aircans, to Scrapbook Star kits, kit subscriptions & products (such as totes, shirts etc), ribbon by the yard, or to Slice products by Making Memories.

Please note that online orders must be received by 3pm EASTERN on July 12, 2009 to qualify for the sale prices.

On in stock items, does not apply to pre-orders, special orders, lay-a-way. Sorry no rainchecks. Unfortunately during this sale we will not be accepting orders for pick-up. This discount will not show up in your shopping cart. It will be added when we process your order. Unfortunately during this sale we will not be able to contact you with items out of stock. Your order will ship as is, with in-stock items. Free shipping over $100 DOES NOT APPLY during this sale

Sassy Scrappers Crop All Weekend Long

Challenges were posted as early as Monday July 6 however the real fun starts tonight.

Come crop with us!

We're croppin' again over on the message board! Pre-crop challenges for our Tutti Frutti "mini" crop went up on Monday and the real fun kicks off on Friday when the rest of the challenges will be posted! We have lots of light, fun challenges for you! Challenges are due Monday, July 13th at midnight PST. The Grand Prize will be some awesome papers from our sponsor Bound + d/termined!! So come join us, sit back, relax and get a few layouts done this weekend! Hope to see you there!!

Sassy Scrapper July Kit Reveal

Today was the official reveal for the July kit. Our sponser is bound + d/termined. Here are my first 2 pages using this gorgeous kit.

This is my first page titled "Bare Necessities" I used the PP to cut out my butterflies, flowers and bug. I also used the frame a little differently.



For this page titled "I Love Today" I used a lot of the die cuts that came with the kit. I also used the PP to cut the arrow. And used the quote as my title.



Check back in a few days I will have another 2 pages to reveal.

Midnight Oil Scrapbook Designs

July has been an exciting time. It is with great pleasure that I announce another DT Spot at Midnight Oil Scrapbook Designs (MOD Squad) for short. I am SO excited to have made my first manufacturer DT!! This is the announcement on their blog today.

Drum Roll Please....

We are thrilled, we are excited, we are beside ourselves....WE HAVE A NEW DESIGN TEAM!

First I must say, this was by far, the most difficult decision we have had to make in a very long time. We had over 50 very talented applicants apply for 14 positions on our MOD Squad. Which means we had to disappoint a lot of very talented crafters. This is never an easy task and certainly one we don't enjoy. But the good news is we were also able to spread joy and happiness to 14 incredible ladies (not leaving the guys out here - we only had female applicants...). We also have two members returning from the original team, to make it a 16 member team.

So without further ado, we would like to introduce the new MOD Squad (aka: the Midnight Oil Design Squad). You can find links to their blogs along the left hand side...


Gloria Stengel
Debbie Fitzgerald
Shannon Morgan
Jennifer Hansen
Marisa Faylim
Dolores Cancel
Lori McCausland
Carolyn Lontin
Pamela Jordan
Valerie Chmielak
Naureen O'Neale
KellyJean Gettelfinger
Amy Oxford
Vickilyn Crawford
Erica Hofstetter
Tina Guigui

These wonderful ladies will begin introducing themselves here in the following days. You can also find out more about them at their personal blogs. Then beginning August 1st each of these ladieswill begin posting projects, tips and techniques for your enjoyment right here at the MOSD blog!

Congratulations ladies and thanks in advance for all your hard work!

Their blog is posted on the left. Please check it out!

Sassy Sneak Peaks

Sassy Scrappers already has the info on the blog so I will reveal here. This month's sponser is bound + d\termined. I couldn't believe the amount of papers & matching die cuts that i received from one kit. It's called Word of the Wise and it has so many colors. I have completed 2 pages and I will show a sneak peak. The reveal will be on Wednesday, July 8 on Sassy Scrappers. Of course I will also reveal here. :D

Here is the 1st sneak peak for "Bare Necessities"



And here is the 2nd sneak peak for "I Love Today"

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Great News

I am on the Design Team for Butterfly Crafts and Sassy Scrappers. How exciting is that!!! I started my term for Butterfly Crafts in June. Once a month on the 1st of the month I submit a layout based on the challenge given. There are goodies to be won. :) So be sure to check it out.

Starting this month I begin my term with Sassy Scrappers! Once again there is lots of goodies to be won. As soon as I get the ok I will post the goodies and the sponser. You won't be disappointed. Stay tuned!

A Big Thanks

I started scrapbooking in Sept. 08 and if it weren't for the help of Scrapbook Star I don't think I would have ventured far in this hobby. I was a little overwhelmed at first but the wonderful ladies at SS were with me every step of the way. Scrapbook Star is my LSS and I am not only a full participant on the message boards but I am actively partcipating in their crops & classes. I have become great friends with quite a few members and my life has forever changed. Thank you Sam for your patience and your amazing store!!! Big hugs!

Welcome To My Blog!

Hello everyone! I have been thinking for a while that I need a blog and considering all the amazing things that have happened I have decided I need one. I am a little nervous because I was never a blogger before. I will certainly make mistakes but I look forward to this new venture.