Inspiration

Here's a little something to inspire a summer page or two.

I loved the curvy lines. It made me think of sun, waves, and wheels....all the fun stuff of summer.

I'd love to see what you create with the layout.

Post a comment with a link to your layout, and show us your creative side!

Until next time,

Our cropping adventures!

Ever think about going to scrapbook crops and the little things that drive you crazy once you get there?
Well, here is a link to a discussion on a U.S message board about just that.
It made me laugh. I don't personally know any of these people, and maybe that's why it was funny. Anyway, the site is another great scrapbook resource, but this thread was entertaining.

Enjoy!

http://www.scrapbook.com/forums/showtopic.php?tid/1380761/tp/1/

Dads rock!

June 20th is NOT far away! It's Father's Day!

Here is an awesome idea on the Martha Stewart site.
(Gotta love a gal that can do hard time and bounce back to scrapbook!)

How cute are these, even though my hubby is not often found in a suit and tie LOL.

http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/fathers-day-crafts-for-kids

Now go check out all the great things this superwoman has to offer! WOW!

Cheers!

Buried!

Well, folks, Spring has arrived indeed. We are all trying to spend that quality time in the yard, etc, and do not have the same commitment to our hobby. I have discovered that there is one part of this hobby I AM committed to, and it is burying me alive in the Scrap Trap (New name for my scrapbook room).

I am committed to the BUYING!!!!

I am a dedicated Cricut shopper, Creative memories Shopper, CTMH Shopper, Stampin Up Shopper, Ebay shopper, Michaels Shopper....you get the hint....
the problem is, I don't think I've completed a real project in weeks!!!!

The upside is, when I'm done in the yard....I'm gonna have a lotta fun in the Trap!!!!

Happy shopping, I MEAN GARDENING!!!

;)

Bon

Response: Out of the Box!

Man, I love it when people love a challenge! This was a response to my challenge of stepping out of the box. (see below)

My sister, Connie, created this sign for my son's new sandbox. The welding is done by my brother-in-law, Wes Blake, and the painting and vinyl work is created using cut files and imagery edited by my beloved Sista!

The teddy bear is found here: http://www.vermontteddybear.com

This is so FABULOUS! Thanks for your contribution and we can't wait to put this up in the backyard!

Have a crafty long weekend!
Bon

Outside the Box

Every once in a while I discover that I'm getting a little repetitive in my 'scrap groove'. I find I'm using the same old routine, the same old technique. Recently, I went back to basics and got a fresh start.
First, I sorted stacks of pictures that were about 3 years old. I weeded out the non-scrap photos, and put them in an album for my children to mangle. I filed the scrapworthy ones, and put them out for easy reach.
Then, I decided I would put a different spin on my layout for May, National Scrap Month. I mixed textures. I sanded, ripped, and curled edges. I even dug out my Disney princess cartridge and cut out a pair of Dorothy slippers. It felt good to stretch out of the box.
What have you done outside the box lately? Are you ready to stretch? Spring has sprung, so get out of that dark little corner and jump up at the chance to try something new!
I'll try to get those LO's posted for you soon!

Have fun!

A fun project!

This little item is called a desk caddy, made completely from cardstock, ribbon, and some great stamps from Stampin' Up! I discovered it looking for a teacher gift at Christmas time. As you know, it's getting to be teacher time again, so throw the apples aside, and get designing. They are sure to love something useful and beautiful for their desks or home.