Monthly Archives: August 2010

You are

Posted on August 23, 2010 | 6 comments

A shabby little card from me today. I’m  slowly getting the hang of using the laptop. I now have all my files and photos (I hope) backed up. Dare I say that this was actually a good thing in the end as it has forced me to go through my files, organize them in one place, purge what isn’t needed, back things up properly and start fresh. I will be a happy girl once this is all done.

My Everything

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Supplies: Patterned paper, chipboard and rub-onsfrom Lovely line by Lily Bee Design, hem tape, pins by Maya Road, felt flowers by Zva Creative, Spellbinders die, Tiny Attacher by Advantus

Quick Tip: if you’ve been procrastinating on backing up your photos, go do it now! You don’t want to lose those precious memories.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Posted in Card Designs, Lily Bee

Getting Creative

Posted on August 22, 2010 | 9 comments

I’m excited to share today’s layout with you. I made it last week before all the computer issues. I’m still dealing with them btw. I thought the best way to deal with it was to hit the beach. Hubby had a couple days off and we made the most of them with our kids. It’s almost the end of summer so our priority right now is making the most of it and spending time with the kids before they go back to school.  My oldest son has also been helping me back everything up and tomorrow he’s off so the big wipe and reinstall will occur. I always hate having to do that. I’m always worried I’ll lose something important.

This summer my daughter has gotten into quilting. I’m so proud of her achievements. Today’s layout is a way to remember that.

This layout also uses a sketch as it’s base. This week’s Creative Scrapper’s sketch and I know that Sketch 118 is one you’ll want to try.

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Quick Tip: layer your title letters for a fun look.

Supplies: cardstock by Coredinations, Thrift Shop patterned paper by October Afternoon, chipboard letters by Pink Paislee and American crafts, lace by Prima, sewin machine, crochet flower by Imaginesce, hinge clip and tape by Advantus, pin by Maya Road, leaves by Prima

Enjoy your day!

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Posted in creative scrappers, Scrapbooking

oh. no. not. again.

Posted on August 19, 2010 | 6 comments

computer issues here.

my desktop computer that i always use and have everything on is not happy.

it won’t connect to the internet.

it keeps crashing.

i need to wipe it and try and save what i can.

murphy’s law: the computer will crash when you have the most work to do.

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in the meantime, here’s a card i found to share with you and then i’m back to pulling my hair out. i’m thankful i can borrow hubby’s laptop

wish me luck.

so. what’s new with you?

i hope you’re having a MUCH better day than i….

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Posted in Card Designs, Lily Bee

bridal elegance

Posted on August 17, 2010 | 5 comments

Summer is the season for weddings and recently I needed a shower gift and card. I decided to go with a simple and elegant style using very little product. Sometimes a little goes a long way.

If you use beautiful embellishments, why not make them the main attraction on the card. They can get lost in an over-the-top design. In this design I’ve used two beautiful Zva Creative embellishments along with a rub-on and a plain white cardstock card.

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Supplies: pearl flourish (PE02CB122)

& individual rhinestones (CR01CB101) by Zva Creative, white cardstock by Bazzill, rub-on transfer by American Crafts

Take care,

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Posted in Card Designs, Zva

staying in touch

Posted on August 15, 2010 | Leave a comment

This month, I’ve written the In Touch Newsletter for Ellen Hutson LLC. It’s all about some fun Back to School projects that can also be changed up for any time of the year and also some paper cutting basics. Here’s what I’ve created and I hope you’ll join me for the newsletter.

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 See you at In Touch!

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Posted in Card Designs, Ellen Hutson LLC projects, Hero Arts, Papercraft projects

simply saturday… simply happy

Posted on August 14, 2010 | 6 comments

It’s summer.

It’s Saturday.

I’m simply happy.

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Don’t you love gingham? This sweet card uses gingham patterned paper from Jillibean Soup and Echo Park. The sweet felt flowers (FL01CB114 & FL01CB115) are from Zva Creative as are the beautiful single crystals CR01CB101 that are the flower centers.

Quick Tip: the green Echo Park gingham comes on the diagonal. Isn’t it a fun look? You can cut regular gingham or plaid on a 45° angle to create your own.

Have a simply wonderful day…

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Posted in Card Designs, Zva

sweet sunshine

Posted on August 12, 2010 | 3 comments

you are my sunshine,

my only sunshine,

you make me happy,

when skies are grey….

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Anyone need a little sunshine today?

Here’s a bright and cheery card for you using the Hello Sunshine line by Lily Bee Design.The beautiful black crystal embellishment is CR01CB134 from Zva Creative.

Quick Tip:  Create die cut felt flowers instead of just paper flowers. I love the texture!

Supplies: cardstock by Bazzill, patterned paper, die cut, rub-on and chipboard from Hello Sunshine line by Lily Bee Design, felt by Papertrey Ink, sandpaper, tattered florals die by Sizzix, crystal trinket pin by Maya Road

Now if you’re looking for the Ways to Use it Challenge, I’m still taking a little break but there is still a challenge for you thanks to a very sweet guest hostess. If you’re looking for creative inspiration, check it out here.

enjoy the sunshine!

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Posted in Card Designs, Lily Bee, Zva