It's finished!

I found this simply cute tutorial at What's Scrapping and immediately knew it had to be the one I used for this mini album for my grandbabies! It may have taken me a few days, but its ready to be mailed. :-) I sure do miss those two!!


And if there is someone in your life who would enjoy a few photos of you, this could definitely be the ticket!

Godspeed

It's a Challenge!!

At The ScrapRoom, the MOD Squad has issued us this challenge:

* use a nature element or image on a layout, card, or project

I chose to scrap these darling photos of Ruby playing on their little keyboard. She is such a happy, happy girl who can fill a room with so much fun and laughter just being her silly self. :-)


And my nature element was the singing bird using the My Mind's Eye Tickled Pink double shot kit.

Thanks for the challenge Gab & Rebecca!

Godspeed

Back in the groove!

I found it difficult to do any scrapping with the kids still here and wanted all my attention to be focused on them, therefore my scrapping took a back burner. I thought I'd be able to dive right back into it, but it was just too hard looking thru the photos and not bursting into tears. Now enough time has passed and I was able to get my groove back and create, leaving that box of kleenex where it belonged!

So, I present to you:




I have promised myself that I need to keep this up because it brings so much joy to my life to relive these great memories with everyone in those photos!

I will confess though, I still have not touched a single toy! They are all exactly where the girls dropped them and in time they will get picked up and put in their proper places, too. But for now.......

Godspeed

Notepad & Mini Album

On the The ScrapRoom Blog the design team members Melanie & Aphra have put up tutorials for making these darling little gift ideas, or maybe you want to make some for yourself!


I used Echo Parks For The Record just like they did, a splash of ribbon from my stash, and that darling Jenni Bowlin butterfly.

Take a look at your own stash, gather up your scraps, and enjoy!

Godspeed

St. Patrick's Day Treat

When I discovered this recipe yesterday on Facebook, I just knew I had to give it a go! So very simple to make, and so very full of calories - 110 calories per ball!! Oh, I know! The temptation is for more, but they are so rich that more than two is a guaranteed stomach ache, so you've been warned!

Cool Mint Oreo Cookie Balls
* 6 oz. softened cream cheese
* 1 pkg. (15.25 oz.) Double Stuff Oreo Cool Mint Creme Cookies
* 2 pkgs. Baker's White Chocolate
* 6 drops food coloring
* green colored sugar sprinkles


Using a 1 gallon sized Ziploc storage bag, crush cookies with a rolling pin. (A food processor would work as well.)


When finished, your oreos should look like this:


Cut in cream cheese with a pastry cutter until cream cheese is well blended. Roll into 1" balls, place on waxed paper, and freeze for at least 10 minutes.

Melt white chocolate and mix in food coloring:


Dip each ball in chocolate mixture, placing on a clean wax paper, and dash on sprinkles. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm. Leftovers should be stored in a tightly covered container in your refrigerator.


What a wonderful treat for St. Patrick's Day or any other occasion where you need something quick and easy! ENJOY!

Godspeed

New chapter in our lives.....

The kids are well on their way to Albuquerque, New Mexico. It's been almost 24 hours since we said "see ya later!" and although I'll miss them like hell, its a good step for them and my son's career.

The grandbabies' toys are just where they left them, strewn around the house. But that's okay for now, I'll pick them up all in good time.

I do miss that chatter, those toys playing and bouncing on the kitchen floor as Ruby pulled them behind her. The crashing of all the tupperware as she pulled it out of the cupboard to scatter them across the house, while wearing the colander on her head! Silly Ruby! I'll miss her little subtle snuggles and sitting with her, blanket covering our lap, as we read books and such. Her blowing kisses in my direction, and her constant "happy day!" as she wandered about her day.

I will miss my little crafting buddy, Makayla, for so many different reasons. She is also my gardening sidekick, the baking helper who loves to measure out the stuff and mix it all up by hand, and my walks to the park to visit the new ducklings just won't be the same.

Today I'll attempt to get into a new routine of independence, one where I must take care of myself, do for myself, and try not to rely on others for help. Afterall, that extra house key for those times I lock myself out is no longer just a few minutes away. Its all going to be quite the adjustment, but somehow I will prevail, I usually do. :-)

Godspeed

"Gramma, can we craft today?"

Boy, am I ever gonna miss that phrase. My little crafty buddy is about to leave for her new home and we needed to "craft" just one more time.

We got to work in short order after first cutting our basket and rabbit using the Cricut. I just love the way she grabs that ATG tape gun and goes to work!


Here she is with her finished project, and so very proud that she did it all herself. :-)


And since I've been creating premade layouts for specific subjects for her, I included this one for Easter photos:


By the way, if anyone knows how to make time stand still for just a bit, could you fill me in. I could surely use all the minutes I can muster to have just a little bit more time with those grandbabies.

Godspeed

March reveal @ The ScrapRoom!!

WOWSERS!! Tammy has outdone herself on this box of goodies for us! I can honestly say that each and every piece of this kit WILL be used! So without further ado, here it is!!


ECHO PARK PAPER FOR THE RECORD:
1 sheet Table Cloth (2-sided)
1 sheet Advertisement (2-sided)
1 sheet Apron Strings (2-sided)
2 sheets AC Black Cardstock
(1) 12"x12' sheet For The Record Elements Stickers

LITTLE YELLOW BICYCLE TWIG:
1 sheet Leaf A Note / Topsy Turvy (2-sided)
1 sheet Woods / Pleased Plaid (2-sided)
1 sheet Wood You Be Mine (Sky) / Diamond Dust (2-sided)
2 sheets AC Powder Cardstock
(1) Butterfly Dimensional Sticker (varies)
(1) Flower Button Pop Dot (varies)
(4) Twig Chipboard Shapes (varies)

BELLA BLVD. FAMILY DYNAMIX & SOPHISTICATES:
1 sheet Tall Tags (2-sided)
1 sheet Pickle Juice Pickles & Lace (2-sided)
1 sheet the Littlest Things (2-sided)
2 sheets AC Coffee Cardstock
(1) Petaloo Jeweled Candy Flower (Red OR Orange)
(2) Maya Road Leaf Pins

BASICGREY HOPSCOTCH:
1 sheet Jump Rope (2-sided)
1 sheet Playground (2-sided)
1 sheet Four Square (2-sided)
2 sheets AC Geyser Cardstock
1/2 pkg. Hopscotch Pops Stickers (varies)
(2) Hopscotch Pieces (varies)

Join the "Flavors of the Month Club" and receive this kit automatically each month for only $21.95/month! Or if you'd like a one-time purchase, cost is $25, subject to availability! And don't forget to check out the Add-Ons Club for more pattern papers and cardstock to match, plus embellishments galore!



And if that's not enough to get your scrappy juices flowing, here is this month's Doubleshot Club!


MY MIND'S EYE TICKLED PINK:
1 sheet Radiant (2-sided)
1 sheet Cheerful (2-sided)
1 sheet Engaging (2-sided)
2 sheets Bazzill Intense Pink Cardstock
1 pkg. 12"x 12" Tickled Pink Chipboard

BASICGREY MARJOLAINE:
1 sheet Fudge Truffle (2-sided)
1 sheet Maple Walnut Bar (2-sided)
1 sheet Espresso Souffle (2-sided)
2 sheets Bazzill Raisin Cardstock
1 sheet AC Smoke Cardstock
(2) Marjolaine Canvas Tags (varies)
(3) Marjolaine Tabs (varies)

Join the "Doubleshot Club" and receive this double-bonus kit automatically each month, packed full of scrapbooking possibilities, for only $15.00/month! Also available for a one-time purchase of $17, subject to availability!

I wouldn't wait too long to order, these will go FAST!! Its gonna be a great month to get out that photo box and scrap your heart out!!

Godspeed