CHA journey

I went to CHA to represent A Creative Journey with Melissa. It was a experience of a lifetime. I have gone to other CHAs and Scrapbook Expos that have been super fun and amazing. 

I learned that in this business it is really a huge competition and those that compete are really really serious about their passion in the creative world. So, it can be as a good view and also a bad view. When I buy from a company that says a lot about ME, right? I know when I make creative project(s) with a companies products I represent them, right? I make a statement saying I trust their product and love it, too. And with that said...

I gotta admit I had one bad experience. I was viewing a line of product in the booth and the way the lady represented was not kind, pleasant nor informative. I was in the booth for less then 5 minutes. Isn't the first impression thee most important? 

I think in many cases it is. 

Other then that ONE bad experience I had a SUPER FANTASTIC time. I was extremely excited about the new products that will be coming out soon. 

Sizzix was there and I was given permission to take photos. I have bought from this company since for like forever! I have several Sizzix dies- its like a warehouse in my craft room. Okay, okay maybe not that many but it does feel like it, LoL 

Every since I can remember when I go into their booth it has been a extremely pleasant experience. With that said here a some cool pictures...........

These dies are amazing and can't wait to get my hands on some of these. Well, adding to my collection is important, right? *giggle*

HAVE A SUPER FANTASTIC DAY.

Scrapbook Layout

I have to catch up on my kids pictures. This was 2007. I am so glad I made a quick 5 minutes layout.



The black cardstock is rom DCWV. I love it! So thick and sturdy. The word paper is from Tim Holtz. That came in a box like foil paper or wax paper come in. I used a little distress ink from Tim Holtz and washi tape. Plus, I used Helmar 450 quixk dry glue to hold all those things together. Oh! The stamp set I used from KinderStampO.







Wahla! I really like the way it came out. I think my Hubby did too cause he had a grin on his face.

THANKS OR STOPPING AND HAVE A SUPER FANTASTIC DAY!!!!!!

Canvas 16x20 My 1st !

After watching Limor Webber on UStream I actual wanted to try a canvas....
Boy! Did I. Well, Michaels had the canvas 16x20 on sale!! LoL, they were a 2 pack for $3.99 + a extra 20% off that. Ekkk! Why wouldn't I want to try my 1st canvas project?!
Okay, unto my canvas. I will show ALL corners first then last the whole 16x20...

This is the top left side. Wood cross inked with TH vintage ink. TH corner embellishment. I used Helmar 450 Quick Dry glue to hold all my stuff!!! I used Mod Podge on the paper by Paper Studio and the card stock by Core' dinations, which I printed my photo then Mod Podge it!

This is the top right corner. The huge embellishment is from the jewelry department at Michaels. The other is from Recollections. I actual took the middle out and added my own paper and stamped my Hubby's name and mine. Then coated it with Glossy Accent by ranger. I used the stamp by Stampendous! Once again I used Helmar 450 Quick Dry glue.

This is the bottom left side. I used Mosaic Stones for our last name. I stained them with Tsukneko-Terra cotta color. Stamped it with KinderStampO stamp set called "Say it in TYPE". Wired burlap from Hobby Lobby. Do you the cool looking half heart? I used a stencil with Fiber Paste! First time using it! Another embellishment from TH stating "live in the moment". Those flowers are from Michaels. I used Mulberry paper too.


Okay last corner the bottom right-LOVE IT!!! Printed the picture on white core'dination paper. Then Mod Podge it. Once dried I ink it with TH vintage color! Burlap on he back of picture.


TA-DA! the whole 16x20 canvas all in on picture. I LOVE LOVE LOVE it, LoL
I normally don't say that but heck it's for my Hubby!
Have you ever created on a canvas??

HAVE A SUPER FANTASTIC DAY !!!!

My Prima Doll Project

I went to a local adorable store called Urban Farmgirl and it looked like this.....

even in the rain! Isn't that cute? Hubby took me Saturday morning and I got some cute "zinc baords" from there.

So, what are "zinc boards"? They are super cute shaped metal. I got 2 shapes and then the LIGHT lit in my head. I want to make this>>>>>

Although, the IMAGE of these adorable Dolls by Prima was too BIG for my "zinc board" I recalled someone stating they scan their STAMPED image(s) and size it to what they want. I tried it and it worked!!! I was so happy with my project and will be bringing this to my office at work. The paper I used was "My Mind's Eye" Market Street 6x6 paper stack.
Other products I used:
Mod Podge
Tim Holtz-Swivel Clasp
SU-ink Soft Suede
7gypsies #SC0502
Hobby Lobby -wedding tulle things,lol.
Copic Markers
Glossy Accents by Ranger
Bead is Blue Moon
Zots

 With all that said I really did enjoy trying NEW things and I am so happy I did it. I hope you enjoyed this project!
HAVE A SUPER FANTASTIC DAY!!!

Theme-spired Saturday

This week theme is "Time for a Road Trip" at KinderStampO.

My amazing creations was inspired by just road. I wanna go for a road trip and I just can't at this time so I made this.......

I used KinderStampO "Antique Brass Cameo Charm". I used 450 Helmar Quick Dry Glue to attach the 100 year old paper. Then Stamped the letter "S" for my last name with KinderStampO's stamp set called "Say it in Type". I used Tim Holtz Idea-ology Swivel Clasp to hold KinderStampO's charm. Under clasp is a antique brad which I broke the clasps in the back and held it down with once again 450 Helmar Quick Dry Glue, love that glue. The green was given to my by a very caring, loving, wise and sweet friend named Jennifer, which I met through FaceBook. To finish that gloss look I used Mod Podge, another favorite glue of mine. You can never have enough glues you love in hand.


Stamped the letters with KinderStampO's stamp set called "Say it in Type". I used Road Ranger Accent Gloss over the letters. I really LIKE how it gives it a raised feeling on the letters. The tag is from Spellbinder.



Who doesn't LIKE this image? Magnolia stamps are super cute. Ugh, she is so darn cute! I used Copic Markers to color her. Then added Zots Dots on the back to Pop it up. So, what about that POST CARD??? You can locate it at your local Hobby Lobby. I stamped it on a carboard and gave it some Tim Holtz Distress Ink to make look super adorable. Then I Mod Podge over it. Is it not adorable?



Here is my complete project. I really LOVE the way it came out. So, do you wanna know what that case is called? It is a Chipboard Suitcase by Provo Craft.

So, IF I inspired you, which I hope I did, please let Jess @ KinderStampO and I know. 

You may also tag us on FaceBook.
For Jess at KinderStampO FaceBook go here!
For my FaceBook go here!

Gingerbread Blog Hop

Welcome to Gingerbread Blog Hop if came from Janet's blog @ Janets Creative World then you are on the right path if not you can start at the beginning of the hop with our hostess Ashley's blog @ The Blog Hop Princess .

I am so excited to have you hopping with us!!! Each blogger participating in this hop is featuring a project having to do with

GINGERBREAD theme.

This super-fantastic hop will be show casing projects that feature anything and everything to do with "GINGERBREAD".You'll find an array of ideas. We hope you'll enjoy each and every project along the way. Be sure to leave a comment at each hop stop to show all the participants a little love.

Now my project:

My products I used to make this super cute card :

Peachy Keen Gingerbread Stamp
Tin Holtz Distress Ink
Recollections pre-made card-corrugated
450 Helmar Quick Dry glue
Spellbinder
Glossy Accent
Snow Flake brads

 ASHLEY'S GIVEAWAY:

"$20 gift card to Michaels or Joanns (Winners Choice)

and

$10 gift certificate to Designs On Cloud 9

Must comment on all the stops in the hop. We love making new friends but becoming a follower of each blog is not a requirement to win the blog candy."

YOUR NEXT STOP:
REXANN @ I BE CIRCLED

Grandparents Day

Welcome to the "Grandparents Day Blog Hop"If you came from
Melanie Rozwoodhttp://afternoonscrapper.blogspot.com/
then you are on the right path if not you can start at the beginning of the hop with our hostess

Erica's Room @  - http://mycricutcraftroom.blogspot.com/

 

I am so excited to have you hopping with us!!! Each blogger participating in this hop is featuring a project having to do with a grandparent theme.

This super-fantastic hop will be showcasing projects that feature anything and everything to do with "Grandparents".You'll find an array of ideas troughout this hop. We hope you'll enjoy each and every project

along the way.

Be sure to leave a comment at each hop stop to show

all the participants a little love.

 

Now on to my project:

 

I used the Cricut Imagine for the pattern paper and I really really LOVE my cricut!!! I used the cartridge Yummy. I used the glaze over the word grandma. The fonts are from clear stamps from the Recollections @ Michaels. I used the Tim Holtz for the embossing folder Notebook, Stickles and Twine. Another embossing folder that is just dotted. Plus ,the image is from Peachy Keen Stamps CB-01 Madisyn. I thought she was perfect for a grandma card! Zots for the 3D. Last but not least The Rubber Cafe Sheer glue.

Thanks for dropping by!!!
HAVE A SUPER FANTASTIC HOP!!Your NEXT stop is.... 

Tammy Bartlett -www.urbeyondmeasure.com

Here is the line up just in case:
 

EriRoom - http://mycricutcraftroom.blogspot.com/
Jenn Drowns Jackson - http://scraphappensembellishit.blogspot.com/
Heather Lynn http://heathernovinger.blogspot.com/
Jessica Shelton http://jessicascraftshaque.blogspot.com/
Tess Hilton www.sassycricutcrafting.com/
Norma Gomez http://lilhoneybeestudios.blogspot.com/
Lori Johnson Apgar http://www.scrappinmystressaway.blogspot.com/
Tara Barnes Bruening www.craftindesertdivas.blogspot.com/
Erica's Projects http://ericasprojects.blogspot.com/
Melanie Rozwoodhttp://afternoonscrapper.blogspot.com/
Haidee Shableau - http://created2bunique.blogspot.com/
Tammy Bartlett - www.urbeyondmeasure.com
Julie McElhinney - www.thecricutchirp.com
Erica's Blog Candy http://ericasblogcandy.blogspot.com/



Peahy Keen Stamps

I had a good day yesterday. How was your Labor Day? I normally always labor on this day but not this year. I was in my craft a.k.a. playroom almost ALL day.
I had time to re-organized and play with some needed attention products I have not played with.

Here is a little something that I really really LIKE, lol



Yes, super cuuuuute. I used the Peachy Keen Stamps PK- 646 for the candy corn and sign.  The dark eyes with lashes are Peachy Keen Pk-135 medium bear facial features. I used the Tim Holtz embossing Wood grain. Authentique Delightful 6x6 paper (green and polka dots paper), isn't it yummy? ATG, Zots dots, and Copic markers. The other eyes are stickers by Michaels, which were on clearance for $.40 for a 5 sheets of 160 pieces. Oh, and the ink by Archival Brilliance graphite black.

Phew, mouth full. hehehe
HAVE A SUPER FANTASTIC DAY!!!!

Crown Card

So, I had so much fun making this cool card from the cartridge I got at the Scrapbook Expo. Well, I should say my Hubby & Alina made me get, hehehe

Please ENJOY!!!

Products used:

s*e*i  Winnie's Walls paper

Twine red/white

Zip Dry glue

The Stencil Collection  Glazed Dimensions-

 Pastel color s peach & clear

Chatter Box rub on letters

Girl's Makeup Party-Cricut cartridge

Tim Holtz ink applicator

Tape

HAVE A SUPER FANTASTIC DAY!!!!

Hello card

Hello, I was so happy to have had some time to make a card last night :) I was feeling pretty creative.

Please enjoy :)

-Products I used:

-s*e*i- Winnie's Wall paper

-Cricut Cartridge- Lacy Labels

-ATG gun

-Twine-Green/White

-Imagination Project  Alphabet Molly-

coaster board letters

-k*i memories, Inc.- Enchanting paper

-Pop dots

-Momento ink angel pink/cottage ivy

-Tim Holtz ink applicator

-Tape 

HAVE A SUPER FANTASTIC DAY!!!!

Special Thank U

GREEN STACK from DCWV