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This two page layout is one of the 12 layouts offered in the Magic Moments scrapbook kit that is the new 2008 CTMH Idea Book.  This kit was offered as a special in May.  I got mine then.  This kit was totally worth it.  You get 12 two-page layouts, My Stickease artwork for each layout, ribbon, brads and page protectors.  I have added pop dots behind the paisleys in this layout.  In addition, I added the pewter bigger brads on the bottom of page one.

I just love the pics I found for this layout.  

On this page, I printed the middle picture in sepia, because it didn't match the colors of the layout.  I really like making my layouts first and then printing my pictures, because it make me use sepai and black and white.  I used sepia this time to match the chocolate color in the background paper. 

Here is the embellishment on the second page.

These level one layouts are easy to put together and make scrapbooking simpler, easy and faster.

Happy Stamping!

Tutorial Time - Spinner Card

This is another long one...slightly over 10 mintues.  I had to edit parts out, so I could get it under 11 minutes.  That seems to be the magic number for me to upload it to You Tube.  It is long, because I show you three things in this video.  I know...I was energetic on this one!  I show you:

• Spinner Card
• Masking Technique
• Tissue Stamping

I have been wanting to make this spinner card tutorial for a while, but I had to find a 1/2" circle punch.  I found mine at Archivers.  I like the punches where you use your thumb to push it down or squeeze it together.  I really don't like the ones you have to push down in the middle with your palm.

This is a long one, but it should be worth it...ENJOY!

Here are the measurements:

Topiary card base - 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 score at 4 1/4

Dutch Blue cs - 4 x 5 1/4

White Daisy cs - 4 x 5 1/4

Lines to draw: Landscape - 1/2" from top and 1" from top; Portrait - 3/4" on each side

Happy Staming!

Notebook Thanks

Here is the last card I have made lately with the new Notebook Level 2 paper pack from CTMH.  I used the design on page 99 of the Originals book called Winning Combination.  The pink and blue paper is the same sheet of paper.  One side is crystal blue with blue polka dots and the other side is hollyhock with cocoa polk dots and other colors mixed in to make it a versatile pattern.

In addition, I cut out the Happiness sentiment from the pattern paper I showed you last week for my tag.  The ribbon is hollyhock twill and I used colonial white waxy flax to tie the sentiment to the ribbon.  The two stamp sets I used were Adorning Corners in desert sand ink and Sweet Love in hollyhock ink.  After I stamped the thanks from Sweet Love, I covered it with a square window charm and added a pop dot to the back.  Lastly, I added square bling to the bottom left comer.

I will have a video earlier for you this week, because I had a chance to make a couple over the weekend.  I wanted to get a couple made, so if I have a busy week like this one with PTA events I just have to edit it.  Be looking for a spinner card tutorial soon!

Happy Stamping!

Tutorial Time 2-5-7-10 Box

I had fun making this little gift box.  I am always looking for cute ideas to give teachers and hostesses gifts in and this is one is a perfect size and easy to make.  Enjoy!

Measurements:

Juniper cardstock - 8 1/2 x 11 (landscape score at 2, 5, 7, 10 and portrait score at 2 and 7)

Sorbet cardstock - 2 1/2 x 2 1/2

Creme Brulee cardstock - 2 x 2

Sorbet designer ribbon - 12 inches

I used Life's Creation and Say It In Style stamp sets.

Happy Stamping!

Whooo Loves You

I was so glad to see that CTMH came out with an owl stamp set in their 2008 Autumn/Winter Idea Book called Whooo Loves You.  I love owls and the saying that goes with them.  I am still using the new Notebook paper and another blush colored cordouroy brad.  Who loves those?  I finished my card with heart rub-ons from the Nature's Ambiance set and square bling.  Oh, I almost forgot I put pop dots behind the top of my owl to make him stand out from the card while his feet are planted on the limb.

Happy Stamping!

Pretty in Pink

Can you believe I am done showing you Evensong projects?  I do have a layout left to show you, but that will be some other time. 

Here is one of the cards I made with the new Notebook Level 2 paper pack from CTMH.  I don't get to use pink when I scrapbook, so I really like using it on cards.  I like the pink polka dot paper, because the reverse side is blue.  If you don't like pink, you have another option.  If you click on the picture of the card, you will see the top of the card has the word kindess stamp on the lined notebook paper.  This stamp set is Classmate Alphabet.  It is a new item in the CTMH 2008 Autumn/Winter Idea Book too.

AND you have to notice the cute blush colored courduroy button on the front.  Actually, this is a brad.  More new items from this awesome Autumn/Winter book.  Now, the bottom sentiment is not stamped at all.  I cut it out of the pattern paper below.  It is in the same Notebook Level 2 pack.  Can you find it on the pattern paper?  You can use this paper for background or cut it up and use the parts.  I will show you a card later this week where I used the Happiness section of this paper too.   

I am off to get ready for one of my Distressing Workshops tonight.  

Happy Stamping!

Walking on Sunshine

I got a layout done today!   Really, it wasn't time consuming, because this is the layout that Brenda gave me at convention.  I love it!  We always have fun in the sun pictures, since we have a pool.  I just opened up my computer and found pictures from this summer...viola!  Layout was done!  Thanks, Brenda!

Brenda used the August word puzzle for the stamp set.  I like how she made her own pattern paper.  That is just the beginning of what I like about this layout.  Aren't the photo corners so stinkin' cute?  AND the buttons....especially using them in the title!

I am so happy I can print my pictures at home.  The picture of Tate swimming under the water on the second page is 3.75 x 10.5.  I like how the size of the picture goes with his stretched out body under the water. 

Oh, sorry about the underwear pics!  My boys think it is so much fun swimming in their underwear.  They won't think it is funny, when I show their scrapbooks to their friends at age 16....LOL!  We don't let them swim that way in front of others.  They would if we let them!  No modesty yet!

Oh, were you wanting to know who won the blog candy?

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Hi from Henderson, NV - and Happy Birthday to Tanner...you little cutie. I found your blog surfing the web, it's one of the first ones I check every day on my lunch break! I love it! Thanks for all your creative ideas.
Sheri

Sheri, please send your snail mail to stampfest@cox.net, so I can mail your goodies.

Here is what Tanner picked for the blog candy:

• Baby card
• Father's Day card
• See ya later alligator card
• Thank you gift card holders (2)
• Paper Bliss baby boy
• M & M stickers
• Paper Bliss playground equipment
• Clearly Inspired videos (5)

BTW, Tanner had a wonderful birthday!  Thanks for all of your wishes and nice comments about my blog.

Happy Stamping!

From Your Side of the Table

Here is a cute thank you card Jenny emailed me:

I love the scalloped edge and the stem of the flowers.  Very pretty, Jenny!

Happy Stamping!

Happy Birthday Tanner!

Here is Tanner blowing out the candles on his cake last year.

(three years old)

If you are reading this on Friday, September 5th...it is Tanner's 4th birthday! As you can see, I did not have time to create a video this week, so to celebrate Tanner's birthday.....

It is blog candy time!

I haven't chosen the candy yet. I am going to let Tanner go to my scrap supplies and pick some Jolee's stickers, handmade cards, marker, etc. It is going to be mystery blog candy.

All you have to do is leave a comment on how you found my blog, i.e. a friend told me, surfing the net, you are related to me....LOL! I will pick a winner with the random number generator and post the winner with my Tuesday post. Good luck!

Edited to add: When I woke up this morning, I remembered how much Tanner loves my video tutorials. SOOOOOOOOO I am going to add a DVD of some of my video tutorials to the blog candy! BTW, Tanner was up at 6:30 am this morning. I think he is excited about his birthday. LOL!

I hope you have a great weekend! I will eat a piece of cake for you :-)

Happy Stamping!