This frame is gorgeous!!! I love the wrapped ribbons, too. Thanks, Kim!
Friday, September 14, 2007
Thankful by Krista
Wow, isn't this orange color gorgeous? I love the scallop edge frame, too. Awesome job, Krista!
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Thursday, September 13, 2007
Calendar Pages and Butterfly Pak 3 at Cottage Arts
2008 CD Case Calendars can be purchased here:
http://cottagearts-net.stores.yahoo.net/20cdcacapak1.html
The last 2 layouts on the slide show were done with the Butterfly Wings 3 Pak with Alpha from CottageArts. See link below.
Butterfly Wings 3 Pak with Alpha can be seen and purchased here:
http://cottagearts-net.stores.yahoo.net/buwi3pakw.html
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Today Was Better
Hi,
The report from school today was that Liam was exemplary in the morning, but not so much so in the afternoon. Because he behaved in the morning, he was able to assist the teacher in reading.
The report from school today was that Liam was exemplary in the morning, but not so much so in the afternoon. Because he behaved in the morning, he was able to assist the teacher in reading.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
NO TV WATCHING FOR LIAM
I am back from school.
Kaylie managed to get in line and got lunch today. Yay!
Liam has no problem getting his lunch, but does have a problem with listening and following orders. I warned him last night that if he didn't do well in school today that his tv watching privilege would be taken away...that means no more Spongebob or cartoons.
As the teacher was telling me all the things that had transpired during the day, Liam was looking down and was in tears by the time the teacher finished her recount. Due to the fact that this is his third day misbehaving, his recess play time will be taken away. I hope he learns his lesson and starts paying attention.
We'll see how it goes tomorrow.
Kaylie managed to get in line and got lunch today. Yay!
Liam has no problem getting his lunch, but does have a problem with listening and following orders. I warned him last night that if he didn't do well in school today that his tv watching privilege would be taken away...that means no more Spongebob or cartoons.
As the teacher was telling me all the things that had transpired during the day, Liam was looking down and was in tears by the time the teacher finished her recount. Due to the fact that this is his third day misbehaving, his recess play time will be taken away. I hope he learns his lesson and starts paying attention.
We'll see how it goes tomorrow.
What's Going On?
The kids like their school.
Liam likes riding the bus, which picks him up in front of our house. Yesterday, the bus was here about 8:15; today it was here at 8:00. I took Kaylie to school, but it is still a mad house. I couldn't find a parking spot anywhere! I circle around 2 times and nothing - nada - zilch...not an empty spot anywhere. So I had to get out of the school grounds and go into the Eastampton development and park on one the of courts across from the school. We walked to the first grade entrance, signed in and then dropped her off at her classroom.
Today, the routine seems to be streamlined. Because Liam's school bus was on time, I was able to walk (YES, I DID SAY WALK) Kaylie to school. She was so excited to be walking to school. It was a really nice walk...the morning breeze was a bit chilly and we walked leisurely to school. Once we got there, I didn't have to sign her in. She walked to her classroom all by herself. The teacher was at the entrance waiting to greet all the incoming students. There are many people stationed along the hallway that will be able to help her to her room, if she forgets the room number.
Getting her lunch seems to be a bit hard for her. They have a barometric system where they use fingerprints to identify the child thus avoiding the need for them to handle money. The money is deposited into an account and lunch money deducted automatically triggered by the fingerprint recognition program. The kids are supposed to line up, scan their print and pick up their lunch, but Kaylie has not been doing this. Instead, she has been eating the snack that I send her as her lunch. When they get home, they are starving! Well not wonder...if the only thing they drank was a juice and some crackers that I sent in to hold them over until lunch time. I found out that she wasn't eating her lunch because I have a schedule that tells me what foods are being served each day. I asked her right in front of her teacher, so the teacher is now aware that Kaylie has not been getting her lunch and will ask someone to show her the ropes for getting her lunch. I will see how it goes today.
She has been really excited because her class has a prize box. The first day, she got a set of playing cards. Yesterday, she got a teeny tiny notebook.
Now on to Liam...on the first day of class he got in trouble because he kept messing around/touching the AC thermostat. Yesterday, he got in trouble because he was not listening to his teacher...remember I told you he has SELECTIVE HEARING. Anyway, I have warned him that each day that he does not behave, he won't be able to watch his favorite cartoon, Spongebob. Not sure that this will be a deterrent, but at least it is worth a try.
Got to go. Talk to you later.
Liam likes riding the bus, which picks him up in front of our house. Yesterday, the bus was here about 8:15; today it was here at 8:00. I took Kaylie to school, but it is still a mad house. I couldn't find a parking spot anywhere! I circle around 2 times and nothing - nada - zilch...not an empty spot anywhere. So I had to get out of the school grounds and go into the Eastampton development and park on one the of courts across from the school. We walked to the first grade entrance, signed in and then dropped her off at her classroom.
Today, the routine seems to be streamlined. Because Liam's school bus was on time, I was able to walk (YES, I DID SAY WALK) Kaylie to school. She was so excited to be walking to school. It was a really nice walk...the morning breeze was a bit chilly and we walked leisurely to school. Once we got there, I didn't have to sign her in. She walked to her classroom all by herself. The teacher was at the entrance waiting to greet all the incoming students. There are many people stationed along the hallway that will be able to help her to her room, if she forgets the room number.
Getting her lunch seems to be a bit hard for her. They have a barometric system where they use fingerprints to identify the child thus avoiding the need for them to handle money. The money is deposited into an account and lunch money deducted automatically triggered by the fingerprint recognition program. The kids are supposed to line up, scan their print and pick up their lunch, but Kaylie has not been doing this. Instead, she has been eating the snack that I send her as her lunch. When they get home, they are starving! Well not wonder...if the only thing they drank was a juice and some crackers that I sent in to hold them over until lunch time. I found out that she wasn't eating her lunch because I have a schedule that tells me what foods are being served each day. I asked her right in front of her teacher, so the teacher is now aware that Kaylie has not been getting her lunch and will ask someone to show her the ropes for getting her lunch. I will see how it goes today.
She has been really excited because her class has a prize box. The first day, she got a set of playing cards. Yesterday, she got a teeny tiny notebook.
Now on to Liam...on the first day of class he got in trouble because he kept messing around/touching the AC thermostat. Yesterday, he got in trouble because he was not listening to his teacher...remember I told you he has SELECTIVE HEARING. Anyway, I have warned him that each day that he does not behave, he won't be able to watch his favorite cartoon, Spongebob. Not sure that this will be a deterrent, but at least it is worth a try.
Got to go. Talk to you later.
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
2008 Calendars
Hello Everyone,
I am ahead of the game for a change. I think I will print several copies of these to hand out to my inlaws and parents. I got a good selection of photos and best of all, I got plenty of time to print, package and send.
If you want to check out the calendar, follow this link to Cottage Arts:
http://cottagearts-net.stores.yahoo.net/20cdcacapak1.html
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Monday, September 10, 2007
M is for Miserable; Me and My dog
Kaylie in her plaid* uniform, which I bought for her.
Side view of the school.
Kaylie and her teacher, Mrs. Bergen.
The school bus that Liam almost missed!
Liam "smiling" for the camera.
Liam entering his classroom.
Liam coloring a duck at his assigned desk.
Kaylie has grown up so much this year. She doesn't have baby features anymore. :(
Sob sob, I am back.
I have been up since 6:00 a.m. in the morning. I had to get up to make coffee and lunch for dh. Then I went over the list of school supplies that Kaylie and Liam need just to make sure I didn't miss a thing.
When Liam is excited, he looses his appetite, then a while later when he calms down, he is ravenous! I still made sure that he ate at least cereal (Captain Crunch).
Kaylie needed no prodding. She got dressed in no time at all, and ate her cereal even before Liam...now, that is a first!
After Liam finished his cereal, I got him dressed. Let me backtrack here a minute - Liam can not get dressed until he finishes his breakfast; he ALWAYS spills everything all over and usually wears his food on his clothes. I have learned my lesson or else I would have to dress him a 2nd time and that is before he even gets out of the door.
So now they are dressed and rearing to go. We walk to the bus stop (the same as Kaylie's from last year) and we are waiting, and waiting and waiting...and waiting. Anyway, we have been at the stop for 20 minutes but it seems like an hour to the kids, then we see the bus coming in the opposite direction and heading straight for our house. So, we made a mad dash for our house to catch the bus. I am in such a hurry - and overheated because it is freaking hot and humid today - that I forgot to take a pict. of Liam getting on the school bus. You know me, if it moves I got to take a pict. LOL. Anyway, so Liam is on his way to school. now I have to rush around to get Kaylie to school in 15 minutes.
Off to school I go to drop off Kaylie. Oh My God, it is a mad house! The parking lots are full to the brim and there are NO parking spots available anywhere. The line of parents and students was out the building and all around...The local police was directing traffic and people had to turn around, get out of the school and find parking places in the development across from the school. So that is what I had to do, I turned around and parked my car in the development and walked across to the school.
I dropped off Kaylie at her class and nicely asked her teacher for pose for the 1st day of school pict., of course. (NOW, YOU KNOW IT IS NOT POLITE TO LAUGH AT ME!) I take the picture, give her the money for Kaylie's weekly lunch and off to Liam's class I go.
I am now at Liam's classroom. I meet his teacher and give her the emergency change of clothes, the towel for nap time, the money for lunch, the household supplies they wanted and explain to her the bus schedule dilemma. Liam will ride the bus in the morning, but not in the afternoon, because I have to pick up Kaylie from school and will miss Liam if he takes the bus to my house. To avoid having Liam ride the bus back to school because I am not home, I decided to just pick them both up in the afternoon.
Anyway, I feel it my duty to warn her about Liam's SELECTIVE HEARING (see previous posting from this morning for context) and how highstrong he is. Anyway, did I already tell you that it is hot, hazy and humid outside? Well, it is the same way inside the school. While waiting for Liam to enter the class...the school bus was running late so the class hadn't arrived yet, I am fanning myself like crazy because the AC in the room is not on yet.
Finally, I see the kids from the school bus coming into class. I am looking for Liam, he walks in and doesn't even look at me. I am right in front of him, but he doesn't see me. He is busy looking for his name tag so he knows where to sit and doesn't hear me. Finally, he finds it, he sees me, he sits down and starts coloring the duck picture in front of him. There was no goodbye, I'll miss you, see you later...nothing. Wretched child!
I made my way back home and the house is empty. So empty. So quiet. It is just me and the dog. Scratch that, it is just me and my thoughts. The dog is too busy sleeping to care about anything. Probably the best sleep time he has had in years! LOL
Here are just a few pictures of the big event. Thank you for listening. Boy, for someone who claims to be quiet and have nothing to say, I was quite chatty today!
Kaylie's school list consisted of:
2 folders (1 for home and 1 for school)1 notebook5 pencils 1 sharpenerdry erase markersa box of crayonsa box of coloring pencilswashable markersa box of tissues a box of ziploc bags1 lunch box to carry her snack
Liam's list is somewhat similar
1 file folder5 pencils1 sharpenera box of coloring pencilswashable markersa box of ziploc bags1 lunch for to carry snacksa change of clothes (in case of an accident)a towel or mat for "nap" time...it isn't really nap...it is just a tiny recess where they can take a break and I suppose one for the teacher as well. LOL
I thought it fair to warn the teacher about Liam...LOL. I am sure he will be fine and will listen just because she is not his mother or father. We will see how it goes.
TODAY IS THE BIG DAY!
I am not sure if I should be happy or sad. My kids are finally going to school full-time.
I am concerned with Liam. He is extremely bright, but has a hard time following directions. He is impetuous and prone to only hearing what he wants to...I call it SELECTIVE HEARING. I have visions of him getting into so much trouble at school that I might actually have to get a job at the school to keep them from calling me ALL OF THE TIME.
He can already read from the newspaper and undertands big words...and uses them in the right context, too. However, he is like a parrot...repeats everything he hears on his cartoons.
For example, I don't like him to watch The Fairly OddParents. The star of the show, Timmy Turner, is 10 years old. On one episode he gets his report card or test (can't recall which) in which he got an E (or F for failure). When Timmy sees this he says, "Oh My God, My Mom/Parents are going to kill me when they see this." Wouldn't you know that a few days later he is playing with Kaylie and obviously did something wrong and says to her, "OMG, MY MOM IS GOING TO KILL ME when she sees this! If you were a regular joe or jane off of the street listening to this conversation, you would walk away with the impression that this is something that we have said to him previously. BUT YOU WOULD BE WRONG.
This type of language has no room in my house. I really dislike to see 5 or 6 year olds running around using vulgar language like it is nothing...something common place. The problem becomes mine when my kids associate with these kids in school and pick up their language. Don't get me wrong, I know that this is what they are exposed to and learn from their parents, but I don't have to like it.
Let me change the topic. On to Kaylie. She is such a great little girl. I wish I had 100 more like her. She is excited about starting school again and is looking forward to meeting her teacher and classmates.
I got to go...got to wake up the kids and get them ready for school.
Be back later. Adios! Wish me luck!
I am concerned with Liam. He is extremely bright, but has a hard time following directions. He is impetuous and prone to only hearing what he wants to...I call it SELECTIVE HEARING. I have visions of him getting into so much trouble at school that I might actually have to get a job at the school to keep them from calling me ALL OF THE TIME.
He can already read from the newspaper and undertands big words...and uses them in the right context, too. However, he is like a parrot...repeats everything he hears on his cartoons.
For example, I don't like him to watch The Fairly OddParents. The star of the show, Timmy Turner, is 10 years old. On one episode he gets his report card or test (can't recall which) in which he got an E (or F for failure). When Timmy sees this he says, "Oh My God, My Mom/Parents are going to kill me when they see this." Wouldn't you know that a few days later he is playing with Kaylie and obviously did something wrong and says to her, "OMG, MY MOM IS GOING TO KILL ME when she sees this! If you were a regular joe or jane off of the street listening to this conversation, you would walk away with the impression that this is something that we have said to him previously. BUT YOU WOULD BE WRONG.
This type of language has no room in my house. I really dislike to see 5 or 6 year olds running around using vulgar language like it is nothing...something common place. The problem becomes mine when my kids associate with these kids in school and pick up their language. Don't get me wrong, I know that this is what they are exposed to and learn from their parents, but I don't have to like it.
Let me change the topic. On to Kaylie. She is such a great little girl. I wish I had 100 more like her. She is excited about starting school again and is looking forward to meeting her teacher and classmates.
I got to go...got to wake up the kids and get them ready for school.
Be back later. Adios! Wish me luck!
Sugar kit by RetroDiva (Traci Collins)
Can you believe that Traci is giving this kit away? This is sweeet, without the calories! I know, lame, but hey, you got to admit it is gorgeous! Just look at those blues and greens...and pink...love it! This kit is like an add-on to the Sugar kit, which can be found here:
http://retrodiva.net/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=169To sign up for the newsletter, follow this link: http://www.digitalscrapbookingfreebies.com/mailinglist.html
To go to the download page, follow this link: http://www.digitalscrapbookingfreebies.com/monthlykit.html
To go to the download page, follow this link: http://www.digitalscrapbookingfreebies.com/monthlykit.html
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Sunday, September 09, 2007
El Hombre Arana - Template
El Hombre Arana es mi superheroe favorito! Este template me sirve como anillo en el dedo puesto que tengo fotos de Liam que se vistio de Spiderman el ano antepasado.
Little Tyke by Bannerwoman
I love this color scheme! Isn't this a cute kit? Bannerwoman did a great job. Thanks!
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Saturday, September 08, 2007
Consolation Prize - O.N. Designs
CREDITS: Template by O.N. Designs (blog freebie); Kit No. 6 by O.N. Designs; Tagboard Alpha by Birgit at Catscraps. Font: Times New Roman. Curled paper borders by Marcie Reckinger.
Blog Journal Stamps by Jackie Eckles at Little Dreamer Designs
Great stamps, Jackie! Thank you for your generosity.
So glad to see that Jackie made the move to Little Dreamer Designs. I know she will do great there.
http://littledreamerdesigns.typepad.com/little_dreamer_designs/2007/09/journal-challen.html
Tequila Template and Mini Kit by Kim!
Congratulations to Kim are in order...she is an official designer at DSO! Wishing you lots of luck, hon! She will be doing tequila shots to celebrate the event...so to commemorate the ocassion she made a mini kit and a template. LOL
http://kimbsdesigns.blogspot.com/2007/09/celebrating.html
It's All Good by Michelle Coleman
I have been a long time fan of Michelle Coleman. Back when she had her own store titled Second Mile Designs, then went to ScrapArtist, and now that she has her store, LittleDreamerDesigns, which she owns with her sister, Lori Barnhurst, formerly of Artist Artist, and ScrapsyDaisy before that! Wow, that is a lot of history! Anyway, she is supertalented and I just love, love, love her designs. Here is a little sampler to whet your creative appetite.
Twinkle Toes by Peppermint Creative
Oh my, isn't this the cutest kit? MissMint certainly is talented. Love the colors and stars! Thank you! http://peppermintcreative.com/index.php?main_page=downloads
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Friday, September 07, 2007
Kindergarten
Today, Liam is supposed to go for Kindergarten orientation, gets to meet his teacher and goes for his first bus ride.
He is so excited...he woke up at 7:30 a.m. I am not so sure that he will be able to start school on Monday as the new school is still under construction.
Kaylie, on the other hand, is disappointed that she won't be able to ride the bus like she did last year. The school, in an effort to save our hard-earned money, (BEING FACETIOUS HERE) will only allow the the kids in Kindergarten to be bused.
We'll see how it goes.
He is so excited...he woke up at 7:30 a.m. I am not so sure that he will be able to start school on Monday as the new school is still under construction.
Kaylie, on the other hand, is disappointed that she won't be able to ride the bus like she did last year. The school, in an effort to save our hard-earned money, (BEING FACETIOUS HERE) will only allow the the kids in Kindergarten to be bused.
We'll see how it goes.
Watercolor Buttons by Bren Boone
I love these buttons! So whimsical and funky...thanks Bren! You did an awesome job on these!
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Thursday, September 06, 2007
Halloween Overlay
Halloween will be here before we know it. Walmart already put out all of its merchandise last week! Anyway, this is a pretty cool overlay...can't wait for Halloween to get the kids dressed.
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Black Alpha Bead by Kara Perrien
Love this alpha! Go check it out!
http://karaperriendesigns.blogspot.com/2007/09/traffic-summons.html
http://karaperriendesigns.blogspot.com/2007/09/traffic-summons.html
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Friday, August 31, 2007
First Day of Kindergarten
Remember the kit from Cottage Arts that I showed you this morning (STUDY BUDDY)? Here is my page! BoyIt came together rather nicely, if I say so myself.
Kaylie was excited to start Kindergarten and to meet her new teachers. She was in the “Froggy” class so her room was decorated with all kinds of frogs and fishes. It was a bright, cheerful and fun room. They even had a pet frog!
Credits:
Study Buddy Pak/CottageArts.net
http://cottagearts-net.stores.yahoo.net/stbupapakw.html
Index card from Index Bits by Trish Jones/Index Bits/SBG
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=19004&cat=0&page=1
ABC border from the On The Border 1 by Janet Phillips/SBG
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17596&cat=0&page=1
Label by Traci Reed/EndofSummer kit/SBG
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17384&cat=0&page=1
Folder by PaisleePress/StudyHallpage set/Oscraps
Fonts: Futura Lt BT, Futura MD Bt, Dear Teacher Normal, KidsFirstPrint, FG Klara
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Reveal Time: The new designer team at Scrapbook-Graphics is.....
O.N. Designs, a brother and sister team hailing from Germany. Can't wait to see more of your fabulous designs, Oliver and Nicole.
You can view their designs here: http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=32
They are having a contest to inaugurate their opening. You get to download a beautiful template, which you are free to customize with any kit of your liking. Their creative team will select 3 layouts from all submissions. Everyone who enters gets a free kit; the first prize winner gets a gc in the amt. of $10.00, 2nd place gets a gc for $5.00 and 3rd place gets $2.50. It is a win-win situation no matter how you look at it.
Here is a link to the blog at SBG where you can see the information:
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/wordpress/?p=1206
You can view their designs here: http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=32
They are having a contest to inaugurate their opening. You get to download a beautiful template, which you are free to customize with any kit of your liking. Their creative team will select 3 layouts from all submissions. Everyone who enters gets a free kit; the first prize winner gets a gc in the amt. of $10.00, 2nd place gets a gc for $5.00 and 3rd place gets $2.50. It is a win-win situation no matter how you look at it.
Here is a link to the blog at SBG where you can see the information:
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/wordpress/?p=1206
FOR YOUR VIEWING PLEASURE AND ENTERTAINMENT
Hey Guys,
After you are done looking at my pages, downloading the freebies and listening to my music, should you have time kill, I just added a few new features to my blog aimed at entertaining and enlightening you. I know how boring hopping through the net can be...LOL
Dictionary
Word of the Day
Quote of the Day
Hangman game
and a few other things...
You will find it on the right side of the blog...just scroll down...
After you are done looking at my pages, downloading the freebies and listening to my music, should you have time kill, I just added a few new features to my blog aimed at entertaining and enlightening you. I know how boring hopping through the net can be...LOL
Dictionary
Word of the Day
Quote of the Day
Hangman game
and a few other things...
You will find it on the right side of the blog...just scroll down...
Wild Child Stickers by Roberta D'Achille
Oh my, Roberta just came out with these wonderful stickers...don't you just love them? I know I do! Here is a link for you to check them out...
Study Buddy Page Pak by Cottage Arts
I just got my newsletter from Cottage Arts and saw this kit! Michelle did a wonderful job with the bg. pprs., alpha and embellishments. And it came just at the right time, too, as my kids will be heading off to school in less than 2 weeks!
Check it out...and guess what? It is on special!!! Grab it before it goes back to regular price!
http://cottagearts-net.stores.yahoo.net/stbupapakw.html
A Smile Says Happy - Fruity Iced Tea by Kathy Moore
I just love, love, love these bright colors! I am pleased with how this page turned out. While I personally hate the repetition of identical photos in MY pages, I did use the same picture except that I zoomed in for each frame to focus on her pretty smile. I think this was a more effective way to show her off. Don't you think? :)
Brown, Purple and Orange bg. pprs: Summer Cocktails: Fruity Iced Tea by Kathy Moore
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=19078
Blue bg. ppr. is from SummerCocktails: Mimosa on the Beach by Kathy Moore
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=19083
Staple is from Spring Essentials – Fasteners by Kathy
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17701&cat=0&page=1
“A Smile” Wordart from Kathy Moore’s Broken Hearted Smile page set
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17549&cat=0&page=1
“Happy”: Shimmer Shoppe: Shimmer Word by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18302&cat=0&page=1
Shimmer Shoppe: Shimmer Dust by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18303&cat=0&page=2
Flowers are from “Day at the Spa” kit by the Studio Girls
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=16540&cat=0&page=1
Font: Small Fonts /
Brown, Purple and Orange bg. pprs: Summer Cocktails: Fruity Iced Tea by Kathy Moore
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=19078
Blue bg. ppr. is from SummerCocktails: Mimosa on the Beach by Kathy Moore
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=19083
Staple is from Spring Essentials – Fasteners by Kathy
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17701&cat=0&page=1
“A Smile” Wordart from Kathy Moore’s Broken Hearted Smile page set
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17549&cat=0&page=1
“Happy”: Shimmer Shoppe: Shimmer Word by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18302&cat=0&page=1
Shimmer Shoppe: Shimmer Dust by Kristin Cronin-Barrow
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18303&cat=0&page=2
Flowers are from “Day at the Spa” kit by the Studio Girls
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=16540&cat=0&page=1
Font: Small Fonts /
Natural White bg. ppr. by Doris Castle, Summer Burst page set at ScrapWow.
Felt, Stitched photocorner from Jalger’s Folded Towels. Layout inspired by a sketch by Nia Reddy.
Felt, Stitched photocorner from Jalger’s Folded Towels. Layout inspired by a sketch by Nia Reddy.
Favorite Summer Dress - Cherry Limeade by Kathy Moore
Wasn't this page set perfect for these picts. of my daughter and her dress? You'd think that it was designed especially for me!
This is the cutest summer dress ever! It is the perfect color - LIME GREEN! It has cute ladybugs and bows, but its' best feature is the opening in the back! 08-12-2007
Bg. pprs. from Cherry Limeade paper pack by Kathy Moore
Bg. pprs. from Cherry Limeade paper pack by Kathy Moore
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=19080
Stitching, staples and buttons from Spring Essential Fasteners by Kathy Moore
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17701&cat=0&page=1
Frame Overlays by Dana Frantz
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18718&cat=0&page=2
Butterfly from Springy Thingz stickers and brushes by Traci Sims.
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18742&cat=0&page=3
Gingham stitched ribbon from Primarily Stitched Ribbons by Traci Sims.
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17621&cat=0&page=1
Hand-Stamped Vintage Alpha by Meredith Fenwick
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17010&cat=251&page=11
Felt stitched corner by Jalger/Beach Towel kit. Crumpled Word Strips by Jenn Vogel.
Font: Vaguely Repulsive, handwriting. Sketch (modified) by Robin Cabana.
Stitching, staples and buttons from Spring Essential Fasteners by Kathy Moore
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17701&cat=0&page=1
Frame Overlays by Dana Frantz
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18718&cat=0&page=2
Butterfly from Springy Thingz stickers and brushes by Traci Sims.
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18742&cat=0&page=3
Gingham stitched ribbon from Primarily Stitched Ribbons by Traci Sims.
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17621&cat=0&page=1
Hand-Stamped Vintage Alpha by Meredith Fenwick
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17010&cat=251&page=11
Felt stitched corner by Jalger/Beach Towel kit. Crumpled Word Strips by Jenn Vogel.
Font: Vaguely Repulsive, handwriting. Sketch (modified) by Robin Cabana.
Summer Cocktails by Kathy Moore
Oh my goodness, I am in love! As many of you know, I love, love, love bright colors. Jut look at these papers....they are fabulous! The preview here DOES NOT do it justice...they are so bright and pretty...did I tell you I love them?! LOL But you know what I love about them best, that they can be mixed and matched with other page sets. I know I will be reaching for these babies often!
Anyway, here is a link to the store where you can get a better look at them. Believe me, buy them, you won't be disappointed!
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=19084&cat=0&page=1
Color Challenge and Freebie at LittleDreamerDesigns!
Little Dreamer Designs is having a color challenge. And to get you started, they even provide a sampler! Can't beat that! Isn't it pretty?
Autumn Delights Sampler by Pamela Gibson
I am so ready for Autumn to get here and apparently, so is Pam! Great colors and I really love the ribbon wrapped around the wooden frame.
Midnight Blue sampler by Lindsay Jane
This cute little sampler can be found over at Lindsay's blog. While there, scroll down and you will find templates, frames, etc. that you can download, if you haven't already.
Paper frame by Traci Sims
Head on over to Traci Sim's blog and grab this supercute paper frame. Thanks Traci!
Don't forget to say thank you!
Aidan Again by RetroDiva
Wow, I just love the color scheme here...Retrodiva has done it again. I love, love, love her designs. You can find this sampler here: http://www.digitalfreebies.com/freebies.php
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Thursday, August 30, 2007
Wallflowers Page set by RetroDiva /Digital Scrapbooking Freebies
I know I have said it before, but RetroDivas is so talented....aren't these papers beautiful? Anyway, here is a link where you can get the papers, and the rest of the kit.
http://www.digitalscrapbookingfreebies.com/papers.html
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Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Back to School kit by Shannon
Isn't this the cutest back to school kit? I love the crayons, apple note ppr. and school bus. Thank you, Shannon, for sharing your super cute kit with us.
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Tuesday, August 28, 2007
A New Designer is joining Scrapbook-Graphics!
Shhhh....it is a secret, but not for long....
There is a designer joining Scrapbook-Graphics....a brother and sister team!
They are awesome...wait until you see their templates and kits, you will be surprised and wonder why you haven't seen more of them before...
They are set to debut on September 1st....but remember, you didn't hear it from me. LOL
There is a designer joining Scrapbook-Graphics....a brother and sister team!
They are awesome...wait until you see their templates and kits, you will be surprised and wonder why you haven't seen more of them before...
They are set to debut on September 1st....but remember, you didn't hear it from me. LOL
Have You Ever...?
Have you ever had one of those days where nothing interests you and life just feels so blah....
Well, I am having one of those days for a while...
I have lots of ideas swirling in my head, but have a hard time concentrating.
My kids will be going off to school in a couple of weeks, so I decided to just stop for a while, and concentrate on them. I am also doing major cleaning of my house...at least that is getting done and I am feeling a bit better.
Anyway, if you don't see too much of me around, now you know the reason.
Well, I am having one of those days for a while...
I have lots of ideas swirling in my head, but have a hard time concentrating.
My kids will be going off to school in a couple of weeks, so I decided to just stop for a while, and concentrate on them. I am also doing major cleaning of my house...at least that is getting done and I am feeling a bit better.
Anyway, if you don't see too much of me around, now you know the reason.
Natural Beauty
I did this page for the I CAN SCRAPLIFT THAT! challenge at Scrapbook- Graphics, which was a sketch challenge this week. I also did it for the Trish Jones' blog play day this past Saturday.
Happy Birthday, Trish! I hope you had a wonderful day.
If you would like to see the page up close or the credits, click on my galleries links.
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Friday, August 24, 2007
Scraplift Meredith Fenwick Blog Play Day
Scraplift of Meredith’s layout titled “Fun.”
http://www.digishoptalk.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=9097&cat=all&ppuser=22
On the last day of summer camp the kids had a pool party at Westwood Swim Club. The shallow end of the pool was 3 feet 6 inches deep and the kids couldn’t pass the swimming test so they had to hang around the edge of the pool. Liam was really disappointed because he really wanted to go on the water slide and diving boards. On 2 different occasions he tried to sneak away to go into the deeper side, which ranged from 8 to 10 feet. He was so angry that I wouldn’t let him have any fun. August 17, 2007 .
Tooti Frooti page set by Meredith Fenwick, SBG
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17611&cat=0&page=1
Edges (cut out from a frame and recolored), Staples, and Chill/Cool labels: Urban Colour Summer – Chill, by Meredith Fenwick, SBG
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17359&cat=0&page=10
Glass overlay by Sausan Designs, from her Acqua page set, SBG
Round element with dots from Atalntis sampler by Mistica
Fonts: PR8 Charade and Clk Elizabeth
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Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Maya's Blog Play Day - Frank and Alice - Your Girl Alice
Title: Your Girl, Alice
My Dearest Frank,
I am dreadfully lonely without you. I am counting the days until you return to me.
The photograph of the two of us at the beach is of great comfort. It brings back memories of your tender kisses and warm embrace.
I shan’t rest until I have you in my arms again,
Your girl, Alice
Frank and Alice - Your Girl Alice by Maya
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=16269&cat=0&page=1
Alpha from Blue Willow page set by Traci Sims
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=16794&cat=0&page=1
Fonts: CK Elizabeth and Jane Austen
Notebook by Alice Naylor. Page inspired by a sketch by Alice Naylor.
Blue paper (recolored, not yet released) by Kathy Moore.
Photo by Ana C. Golpe
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ADSR Challenge 10 - The Secret Garden
This is my layout for the Amazing Digi Scrap Race. This week's challenge was to scrap a favorite movie and how it affects one's life.
I have had this sampler by Weeds and Wildflowers for a while now and couldn't thing of a better choice for my page. I love, love, love their style...funky/grungy/earthy/fun...whatever it is, I love it all.
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Ink and Swirl Alpha by Seebee
http://seebeesfreebies.blogspot.com/2007/08/if-you-missed-it-first-time-scroll-down.html
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Sunday, August 19, 2007
Ricky Martin - Tu Recuerdo
Ok, here is another singer that I really like. He hails from Puerto Rico and is quite well known in the musical sphere. I like how he is able to reinvent himself with each music album that he puts out.
And guess what? He is not married! I wonder about that!
Cheb Mami and Sting: Desert Rose
Folks, I am in heaven. I am a huge, huge, HUGE fan of Sting. I still remember when this song debuted, it quickly became my favorite and it still is to this day.
I discovered Cheb Mami (he is the 2nd singer in this song) and can still recognize him in any song that I hear.
I love listening to FM Satellite and when I turn on my TV I automatically tune in to World Zone. If you like to listen to different genres of music, then World Zone is the go to station.
I discovered Cheb Mami (he is the 2nd singer in this song) and can still recognize him in any song that I hear.
I love listening to FM Satellite and when I turn on my TV I automatically tune in to World Zone. If you like to listen to different genres of music, then World Zone is the go to station.
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