Paper Trail by Trish Jones at Scrapbook-Graphics!

This new collection of papers from Trish Jones is absolutely fabulous. Truly a must have. And guess what, it is on special for a few days only...you can get it for $9.99. The gorgeous solid papers in this collection has a bonus element or two included. http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18992&cat=0&page=1

Choo-Choo Template to help you kill time while waiting for the Funky Train!

Here is a train template to tie you over! Follow the link and don't forget to say thank you!

http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/studiomatters// 1945

Funky Train - now making its way to Scrapbook-Graphics

You better make sure you have your "reservations" to get on board the Funky Train ‘cuz we’re headin’ down to ScrapTown, and you don’t want to miss all the fun and funk of this C-R-A-Z-Y ride!

Eleven Studio Girls are gonna knock your socks off with this gi-normous collection! Funky Train includes 4 templates, 1 alpha, 56 backgrounds, 3 quick pages and 179 elements including flowers, sequins, doodles, frames, paper scraps, paint strokes, folded ribbon, buttons and bling. PLUS, your own create-a-frame system from Michelle Godin. 546 MB of the coolest scrapbooking supplies EVER!

Fresh Air kit by Traci Collins (RetroDiva)

Traci just create a fabulous kit. The colors are gorgeous, but don't take my word for it, go on over and take a look. Don't forget to download the elements and alpha, too.

http://www.digitalscrapbookingfreebies.com/papers.html

Metal elements by Misty

As far as I am concerned, a scrapper can never have to many metal elements. Thank you, Misty, for your generosity in sharing these with us.
And since you recently moved, I hope all goes well with your new home. Here is a link to the metals, be sure to leave a thank you note for her and congratulate her on her new home.

http://mistycatodesigns.blogspot.com/2007/08/little-freebie.html

ByGone Gents by Kim

I just love these colors....if you like them as much as I do, head on over to Kim's blog and leave her some love.

http://kimbsdesigns.blogspot.com/2007/08/fantabulous-friday.html

Faraway Sampler by KSharonK Designs

KSharonK just keeps getting better. Isn't this a gorgeous color scheme...I so love her style. Her layouts are simply beautiful too. She always has perfect photos and a simple page design that allows her photos to shine and take centerspot. Check out her store...so many gorgeous kits there. Anyway, hurry on over and get it because it won't last long! Be sure to leave a thank you note and follow her TOU.
http://artisticmusings.typepad.com/artistic_musings/2007/08/pink-kisses.html
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Pineapple Paperpack by Blythe Evans at Digital Freebies

Looking at these papers make me wish I was on vacation...Hawaii comes to mind. Ok, back to reality. Here is a link so you can download your piece of paradise.

http://www.digitalfreebies.com/freebies.php

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Joke: Don't Eat Chicken No Matter What!

I just got this joke from my sister...I think it is so funny that I will share it with you.

A little boy and a little girl attended the same school and became friends. Every day they would sit together to eat their lunch.

They discovered that they both brought chicken sandwiches every day!This went on all through the fourth and fifth grades, until one day he noticed that her sandwich wasn't a chicken sandwich.

He said, "Hey, how come you're not eating chicken, don't you like itanymore?"She said "I love it but I have to stop eating it." "Why?" he asked. She pointed to her lap and said "Cause I'm starting to grow little feathers down there!""Let me see" he said."Okay" and she pulled up her skirt. He looked and said, "That's right. You are! Better not eat any more chicken."

He kept eating his chicken sandwiches until one day he brought peanut butter. He said to the little girl, "I have to stop eating chicken sandwiches, I'm starting to get feathers down there too!" She asked if she could look, so he pulled down his pants for her. She said "Oh, my God, it's too late for you! You've already got the neck and the gizzards!!!

Color Blocking Template by Sarah

What a cute template and layout! Perfect template for color blocking. Here is a link where you can get your own copy. Be sure to thank her for sharing her template with us.

http://simplysarahdesigns.blogspot.com/2007/08/layered-template-16.html

Hibiscus Heat/Pretty in Pink by Kim Broedelet (KimB)

What gorgeous shade of pink! I love, love, love this paper and the swirls. Kim really did a wonderful job with this ppr. pk. If you want it, follow the link and don't forget to say thank you.
http://kimbsdesigns.blogspot.com/2007/08/my-100th-post.html
Hibiscus Heat is here: http://kimbsdesigns.blogspot.com/2007/08/tttttt-tutorial-tuesday.html
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Wordart by Sarah

I love, love, love this quote. Sarah was gracious enough to do a boy and girl version. Way to go, Sarah! And while there, check out the layout she did using the wordart, it is fabulous!
Here is the link where you can download a copy for youself. Be kind and say thank you.

http://simplysarahdesigns.blogspot.com/2007/08/word-art-mount-rushmore.html

Heartfelt Kit by Krista

Wow, this kit knocked my socks off! I can't believe that it is a freebie! Krista, thank you so much for the beautiful kit and for your generosity. Wow....
Here is a link where you can download it, too. While there, please look at her kits in the store...they are gorgeous! After you are done looking, maybe you will buy one or two?! LOL
http://heyitsjustme-krista.blogspot.com/2007/08/thanks-so-much-for-your-kind-words-and.html
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Clear Alpha Freebie by Heather

Isn't this a cute alpha? I love that it is clear and can be used with all types of layouts. Thanks Heather! Don't forget to say thank you as you download this cutie!

http://horseshirts.blogspot.com/2007/08/dont-miss-out-on-my-mega-grab-bag-youre.html

Mimosa Flowers

While at Woolman's Lake, I saw these beautiful Mimosa flowers and had to take photos of it. If you'd like to see it closer or want the credits, click on the gallery links on the upper right hand portion of the blog.

Shabby Sunroom Sampler by Misty Cato

Misty has a super cute kit over at her SBE...she was kind enough to share a sampler of it. Here is a link to her blog where you can download the sampler and see the kit up close and personal. Don't forget to say thank you!

http://mistycatodesigns.blogspot.com/2007/08/were-moved-new-releases-and-freebie-too.html

Grunged Floral Border by Plumtuckered

I really like this frame by Michelle; thank you very much for sharing your creations with us. If you would like it, follow this link. Don't forget to thank her!

http://plumtuckered.wordpress.com/2007/08/05/its-so-hot/

Birthday Wishes for Doris Castle!#links

Join me in wishing Doris a happy birthday!

http://www.castle-creations.com/DorisBlog/?p=202: Birthday Wishes for Doris Castle!#links

Each Child is like a Butterfly

Isn't this kit of Doris just perfect for these pictures of Kaylie? I love the linen bg. ppr. and the shade of blue. The silver swirl is so cute, as are the painted flowers. For $4.00 this mini kit can't be beat! It is after all, a Doris original. LOL

In honor of Doris' birthday, the studio crew at Scrapbook-Graphics decided to scrap pages using Doris' kits. If you want to see the pages made, follow this link: http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/blog/

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Birthday Wishes for Doris Castle!

Happy Birthday, Doris!

I hope you have a great day.

May your spirit keep the freedom of a butterfly in spring,
May your heart be filled always with the joys of simple things.
May your essence claim the freshness of the new laid morning dew.
All of this...and more... is my Birthday wish for you.

I used Le Jardin page set by Doris Castle to create this card.
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17699&cat=0&page=1

Heart envelope is an old freebie by Doris Castle.
Font: FG Amelia.

Janet Phillips Scraplift!

Janet Phillips is one of the 1o finalist of the Scrapper of the Year contest. To celebrate, the studio crew decided to celebrate with her by scraplifting her favorite pages. Good luck in the contest, Janet, though with your talent luck is not needed.

Scraplift of Janet Phillips’ I Love Sweet Baby Feet
http://phillipsfamily.typepad.com/photos/my_favorite_pages/sweetbabyfeetforweb.html

Credits:
Shimmer Shoppe: Shimmer words by Kristin CB
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18302&cat=0&page=2
Orange floral ppr.: Beauty – My Wish Collection, Kristin Cronin-Barrow
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17745&cat=0&page=3
Notepaper from Meredith Fenwick's Everyday Inpiration Element set.
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17414&cat=0&page=1
Vintage frame by Krista Meddler's/Jessica Bolton's collab. kit, Little Darlin’
http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18702&cat=0&page=1
Brushed paintstroke from Traci Sim’s Be Free set
Barcode label I made using Sausan Designs' Vintage Paper Polas.
Fonts: Fg Amelia, Times New Roman
Sparkle overlay by Ztampf
Floral ppr.#8 from Debbie Pearson's May Day ppr. pack (now retired)
Stitched heart by Christine Nash. 1779

M is for Monday Freebie by Krista

Check out this cluster frame by Krista! Isn't it awesome! Check out her store...she has some gorgeous kit, too. Don't forget to leave a thank you note!

http://heyitsjustme-krista.blogspot.com/2007/07/first-of-all-i-have-little-giveaway-for.html

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Monday is for Moss Garden

Aren't these ppprs. great? Love the color scheme. Thanks Lindsay! Be sure to say thank you as you download it.

http://lindsayjanedesigns.blogspot.com/2007/08/moss-garden-mini-kit.html

Pretty Denim by Nathy Geuens

Isn't this a cute denim kit? Love the pocket and flowers. Thanks Nathy for sharing your talent with us. Follow the link to download your copy, and don't forget to say thank you!

http://www.nathyslair.com/blog/

ADSR Chall. 6 - ROADBLOCK!

Boy, they weren't kidding when they said that this was a roadblock! This was a "messy" challenge. And for those of you who know me, I don't do messy, funky or cluttered. Anyway, the challenge consisted of using 2 pattern pprs., 1 plain ppr., fancy title AND 15 elements. I know that you are thinking this does NOT sound hard, right? The kicker is that you are only allowed to use 2 things (be it element or pprs.) by designer.

These are the credits for my layout:

Red bg. ppr. - Trish Jones- SupahStah / Floral and Blue patterned ppr. by Traci Reed – Urban Vintage / Discover and Keepsake labels: Stephanie Burt / Staples: Jenn Patrick / Orange Button: Kathy Moore / Buttons-BTuma-ButtonitUp / Photocorner-Carrie Stephens-Love This Boy / Blue ribbon tie-Carrie Stepehens- Bright & Cheerful / Dots circle frame-Kristin Cronin-Barrows-Happy Daykit / Folded Corner-Karah Fredricks / BendIt Frame-Debbie Knorr / Notepaper-DebF's Go Tos / brushedborder-Kay Miller-Jungleboogie / Stars-KateHadfield-Space Doodles / Typewriter keys alpha-Christine Smith / Xstitch and arrow-JessicaBolton-Homelife / Green ribbon-Shabbylittleness-Natalie Braxton / Font: Perpetua, Mariah / Felt Stitched circle-Amy Martin-Little Summer Breeze

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Scruffy by KSharonK Designs

Thank God is Friday! And you know what that means...KSHARONK debuts new designs and gives our her ever so fabulous samplers. I love, love, love her style; and check out the quickpage album! That page she did of her daughter and teddy bear collection is so sweet. While downloading the freebie, do go check out her kits at the store...you won't be disappointed.
Here is a link to her blog. Don't forget to be courteous and thank her for her time and effort.

http://artisticmusings.typepad.com/artistic_musings/2007/08/summer-kisses.html

DST Birthday kit by Angela Sharrow

Angela did a terrific job with this mini sampler. I love, love, love the stitched cupcake! If you would like it, follow the below link. Be sure to say thank you!
http://www.angelasharrow.com/freebie_DSTbirthday.htm

Foxy Lady by MissMint (Peppermint Creative)

MissMint has outdone herself with this kit. Isn't that a super cute name: Foxy Lady? The colors are great and look at those doodled flowers....just fab! Those labels are super cute, too. Just wonderful!

If you are not a registered member, you will have to register, but well worth the time. Do check out her store. She has a ton of kits and her elements are fabulous.

She also has a section for quotes and titles;while there, check it out.

Be sure to leave her a thank you note for her time and effort! She doesn't have to share this kit, but she does.

Here is the link: http://peppermintcreative.com/index.php?main_page=downloads
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Amazing DigiScrap Race - Challenge 5 (Journaling) - Hard Learned Lessons

This is my layout for the Amazing DigiScrap Race, chall. 5.

If you would like to see it upclose, click on the gallery links located on the upper right hand corner of the blog. 1678

Tag Sale by Retrodiva

I can't believe that Traci Collins, a/k/a Retrodiva is giving this gorgeous kit away. I love, love, love the floral ppr., the buttons and color scheme. Check out her store...it is full of gorgeous and well-designed kits there to suit any ocassion. Below is the link; don't forget to say hello and thank you. 1672

http://www.digitalscrapbookingfreebies.com/monthlykit.html

Big Girl Panties by Sausan Designs and Trish Jones at SBG and a CONTEST

Wow, isn't this kit gorgeous? It has the most luscious colors; I love it, I love it, I love it!

RUN TO GRAB this awesome kit NOW at 30% off!! (only till Friday the 3rd) Don't wet ya panties on the wayGrab the kit here:

http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/xcart/product.php?productid=18955&cat=0&page=1

PLAY ALONG WITH US TO WIN First Prize is a kit of YOUR choice from both Sausan Designs and Trish Jones DesignsSecond Prize is a kit of YOUR choice from Sausan DesignsThird Prize is a kit of YOUR choice from Trish Jones DesignsMake sure you post your layouts by Monday the sixth (6) August at the Scrapbook-Graphics gallery under the Big Girl Panties Contest

http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/photopost/showgallery.php?cat=3147

Feeling Blue by Lena

What a beautiful shade of blue this bg. ppr. has! And those swirls are fab, too. Follow the link to download your copy. Be courteous and say thank you!

http://lenascrap.blogspot.com/2007/07/new-freebie.html 1646

Traci Reed's birthday is today!

Happy birthday, Traci! I hope you have a wonderful day and that all your wishes come true.

The Studio Crew celebrated Traci's birthday by giving her her own blog play day. Most of the crew made layouts featuring her layouts. The one thing you can say about Traci's kits is that they are bright and oh so fun! Aren't the colors of my layout just wonderful? I was lucky to get this great photo of Liam...the colors are so vibrant and the splashing motion creates such movement. If you want to see it bigger and links, click on the gallery links on the upper right corner of the blog.

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Butterfly Wings Pk. 2 at Cottage Arts

Isn't this layout pretty? I just love, love, love its colors, stitched frame and brushes. It is called Butterfly Wings Pk. 2 found at CottageArts.net.

I also fell in love with an alpha pack: Elgant Alphas Pk. 1, which has 4 alphas! I used theBronze Bubbles Alpha for this layout, but can't wait to use the others. They have a classic, vintage look to them that appeals to me.

Scraplift Challenge at SBG: BombPop Lover

So, what do you think? Is it too cluttered? I love those naked stamps by Meredith. I was able to use a bg. ppr. from the kit (Little Summer Breeze by Sausan Designs and Amy Martin at the LilyPad) to cover the stamp. Aren't these colors just gorgeous? I am in LOVE with this kit. I have used it 2 times already! LOL

Anyway, these stamps are great because they allow you to include lots of photos to help tell a story. In this case, you can see the progression from when Kaylie started eating her bombpop, as it gradually got smaller, ending with a happy girl all the way on the upper right hand corner.
Did I tell you I love this color scheme?

After 2 years, I think I am finally getting the hang of putting together pleasing pages. I can't believe it has taken me that long to come into my own style, whatever that is. Anyway, I got to go wake up the kids for summer camp. See you later. Ciao!
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Floral Grunge Overlay by LB

Isn't this the cutest overlay ever? Well, maybe not ever, but it is lovely nonetheless...follow the link to get your own. Remember to say hello and thank you!

http://lbcreations.blogspot.com/2007/07/saturday-tid-bits-and-freebie-of-course.html

Overlays by Kirsty Wiseman

Kirsty has some of the best overlays around...handsdown! Follow the link to get your own...there are 2 of them today. And don't forget to say hello and thank you!

http://limegreenbogiegirl.blogspot.com/2007/07/foody-food-food-burp.html

Dirty Wine Cellar Papers by Lisa Marie

Isn't this paperpack gorgeous? I love the distressed/rusty colors...awesome job Lisa Marie!
If you would like your own, follow the link. Don't forget to say Hello and thank you.
http://www.gypsy-couture.com/?cat=1

Template by Sarah

Sarah has a super cool template for you. Follow the link to download your copy. Don't forget to say hello and thank you!

http://simplysarahdesigns.blogspot.com/2007/07/layered-template-6.html

Ramona's Week2, Chall1 of the ADSR

This is Ramona's entry for Week 2, Chall. 1 of the Amazing Digi Scrap Race. She chose the theme :Queen of the World: If you would like to see the credits, click on the gallery links on the upper right hand side of the blog.

I just love the colors, pressed flowers and vintage frames. Good job, Ramona!

Trendy Little Girl - Scraplift of Michelle Godin at Scrapbook-Graphics

This is my layout for Studio Start #52, scraplift Michelle Godin at Scrapbook-Graphics. I used the Marilla Collection (which I raved about about a month ago).

Anyway, this photo was taken back in July 08th...I can't recall where we were going, but Kaylie looked so cute with her new shirt, head band and super cool glasses.

As anyone who knows me knows, I am not a very girly person...but I do enjoy buying pretty dresses and outfits for her. You name it, blouses, skorts, sandals, socks, dresses, purses or anything else girly, she has it. I didn't have any of these things when I was growing up, so I do it for her.

Chall. 4 for the Amazing Digi Scrap Race: Goals

This is my layout for the Goals challenge (week 2, chall. 2) at Plain Digital Scrapping. Sylvie's kit LITTLE SUMMER BREEZE, with its luscious colors was perfect for my page. I have had the kit for several weeks now just waiting for the right opportunity to come along and it is here, at last!

Boy oh boy do I love that alpha! The distressed look and folded bits are just wonderful! The flowers are funky and beautiful, but I absolutely went bonkers for the cardboard stitched flowers and the coral/red bg. ppr. I am starting to sound like my friend, Kim, who tends to like one specific item from a kit and uses it in each layout that she makes for a while. I do like it when she obsesses as she can be very creative.

Anyway, I am very happy to be done with my challenges. Now I can breathe at ease again. 1488

X-File Case#2007-1: It Came From Outer Space

O.K. I admit it, I am a huge fan of the x-files...especially Agent Fox Mulder, kwim? :)

Anyway, about a month ago or so, Becky had told us that she had this photo but didn't know what to do with it. I loved it right away and asked her to send it to me so I could make a page for her. Well, I sat and sat and sat on it until it came to me today what to do with it. The slime started off as my inspiration...that neon green is fab! Then I could picture a tiny green alien and little by little my page came together. I just love those space doodles by Kate Hadfield at the LilyPad. I can't believe how well the papers from Kathy Moore's Just a Boy kit matched the doodles! Becky loved the page; I am so happy that she did. It was fun to scrap someone else's photo for a change.

Anyway, if you want to see it bigger and the credits, click on the gallery links on the upper right hand corner of the blog.