Scrappin' the Details

Stationery Noted Teresa Collins {Altered Frame}

Happy Wednesday!

Today, I am sharing an altered frame I created for the Teresa Collins Design Team Blog. This frame uses a recent release, Stationery Noted.  A traditional collection, that I can also see being used for Fourth of July projects.

This frame is 5x7, and I picked this up from a friend that had a few left over from a recent class she taught. So thanks Jenn!

I love the garland found in this collection, and I decided to wrap it around the frame. I think it adds fun interest, and movement to the project. I added a bit of bling to the outside of the frame, just because.

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The pretty pin is also Teresa Collins, and knew it would be perfect as the focal point on the frame.

The quote can be found on this paper. I simply ran it through my Xyron, and covered it with my favorite white glitter, Diamond Dust. A quick spray of hairspray was used to set the glitter in place.

On the bottom of the card, I added layers of two different small borders. Again, these can be found in her decorative border pack. I used a chipboard button from the Stationery Noted collection, and layered some more bling on top.

I do have one last frame, and think I will create another one soon. This frame is now in the hands of a really good friend of mine, Isabel. She has taken classes from me before, and was thankful she was able to pick this up at Timeless Treasures.

Thanks for stopping by today, and tomorrow I will be sharing another project with Little Yellow Bicycle.

Trying to find my groove again with blogging, so thanks for hanging in there with me. I am trying to find the balance between being a Mom, work, creative time, and of course, dating. A whole new chapter in my life. There are still a bunch of unknowns, and uncertainities. However, slowly enjoying the new changes in my life, and cannot wait to see it all fall into place, one piece at a time. 

Happy Monday {Owl Card with Cricut}

Happy Monday!

Just wanted to pop in with a bit of Monday inspiration, as we begin the new week. I came across this card as I was browsing my library. This Cricut shape was actually one of my favorites from the Wild Card 2 Cartridge. For this shape alone, I know I cannot bear to part with my Cricut.

The owl looks absolutely adorable sitting on the branch! I cut the owl out of patterned paper, and embossed a few details on him. I stamped  the sentiment on a white tag, and hung it from his eyeglasses. Super cute image, and will have to make more of him soon!

Have a fabulous day my friends!

 

Designer Style Switchup on the My Mind's Eye Blog {You & Me}

Happy Saturday!

Yesterday, My Mind's Eye had a new blog feature, called Freaky Friday. Two designers switched styles for the day! My assignment was to intrepret Tina Walker's style. I can tell you this was defintely a challenge, but fun nonetheless. Tina has an eclectic, and modern style to her work. She uses lots of white space, and features smaller photos. I am all about the big photos, and feel that I have a traditional scrapbooking style. {Incorporating details throughout.}

Here is my page featuring my Macie, and a friend at the local strawberry patch! The collection I used was My Girl. This was my first time to create with this collection, and I am in love with the washi tape.

My Girl has so many fun patterns, and is full of bold colors! Really, loved the varitey of papers, and wish Macie was still this young!

Now, on this scrapbook page, I used my Silhouette Cameo for the very first time! I have been wanting this machine for such a long time, and it was a steal for $40.00 at Michaels! Happy New Year to me!
Obviously, the You & Me was cut with the silhouette, and added my own details by using an embossing folder! A cute floral chipboard button, layered with an enamel dot, adds simple details to the diecut. Also, since Tina loves mixed media, I added a splash red paint on the sides of my page! I was very scared as I applied it! LOL

On this page, I also added strips of the Washi tape! How fun are those patterns?? Seriously, could have taped my entire page! LOL I added the felt flowers right on top of the tape borders! You can also find them here at Two Peas In A Bucket.

I really like the way this page turned out, and was happy with the final result! 

I will be spending the evening working on assignments, and designing new classes. I do have a few older kits that are available, and you  can find them here. 

Enjoy your night!

2013 Welcome Little Yellow Bicycle Design Team Blog Hop

Happy Monday, and Welcome to the LYB Design Team Blog.

You should have arrived from Audrey Pettit's blog. Happy that you are here to join us today, as the new members of the Little Yellow Bicycle team are being introduced! Looking forward to seeing their creativity with the collections!

I created a card with the new Fern & Forest Girl collection. I am in love with the sweet delicate details, you will find throughout the papers.

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You also have the opportunity to win one of the new CHA collections, Just Because, or one of the Fern & Forest paper collections, just by leaving sweet comments along the way!

Now on hop over to Jen Chesnik's blog!

Have a fabulous Monday, and I am so happy to be a part of the new Little Yellow Bicycle team!

 

 

OC All Star Scrapbook Page {Cricut & Creative Memories}

Happy New Year!

I know this blog has been quiet the last few months. So, I thought I pop in, and share a past layout I created while on the Cricut Design Team. With cheer competition in full swing for my girls, thought a sports layout would be a great way to start off the Monday!

My assignment was to use a cricut download in conjunction with Creative Memories paper. Now, because it has been such a long time, please do not ask me which cricut cut was used. I have no idea! LOL I do love this sweet photo of my little girl!

OC All Star

This page was kept simple, and very clean. I did add small amounts of detail by using a few embossing folders. I do remember those, and used the star, big dots, and swiss dots folders to add texture to the letters.

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I love the chunky size of the letters used in the word Star. I am going to have to hunt down which cricut file was used. I believe it was only available in the cricut craft room.

The buttons are from Jenni Bowlin. They are definitely one of my favorite buttons! The bloom was cut from one of the creative memories patterned papers.

It is CHA time, and I am busy wrapping up assignments for Little Yellow Bicycle, and Teresa Collins! I do have two brand new layouts to share for My Mind's Eye, too! So, be back soon! 

Have a fabulous Monday!

 

Gingerbread Buttons {Treat Packaging}

Happy Friday!

I cannot believe we are already in December! I have been busy with the kids activites, teacher/parent conferences,and crafting for the upcoming holiday! Lots to do, but really trying to enjoy quiet time with my kids. 

Today, I have a cute way to package small treats to share with you! I had these test tubes on hand, that I purchased from Michaels. They were a great size to tuck in all types of small candy. I kept the embellishing pretty simply, and used a gingerbread diecut for the middle of the tube.

Gingerbread Buttons

Here are seven of the cute gingerbread buttons on a stand, made for me by my friend. This would be perfect as a party favor, a small gift for a teacher, or how about at a gingerbread house party? You can fill them with all different types of candy that the kids can use while decorating their gingerbread house. One of our Christmas Eve's traditions is to decorate gingerbread houses. I will definitely have a few of these on hand for my kids. This year, all three of my kids will have their very own gingerbread house! (lesson learned from previous years)

At the top of each tube, I stuck a different pin into the top. Then I simply tied some twine, and hung a small decorative tag. A bit more ribbon for a festive touch!

I did ink around the gingerbread man, and used Pebbles dots to decorate the body. These have been in a bag, so they are a  bit wrinkled in some areas(;

So easy to decorate, and a great packaging idea for the upcoming Christmas season! My Macie has a birthday party tomorrow, and I think this will also be part of their favors!
Hope you, and your family are enjoying the holiday season! 

purging & sharing {scrapbooking supplies} Cyber Sale Monday

I was going to wait to post this tomorrow, but thought I better sit down to blog it tonight.

To be honest, I am getting a bit tired of climbing over boxes in my small space. It also hinders my creativity, if I am not able to see exactly what I have on hand! Ha! So, I thought I would share once again my scrapbooking supplies with you. It is never too early to begin spring cleaning! To be honest, I just want to see the floor(: So here are the details, and the boxes are only $36.00. {This includes shipping}

I do have one box that is full of Chipboard! So if you are crazy about chipboard this is the box for you. It includes Scenic Route Chipboard letters, Technique Tuesday 12x12 Chipboard, Maya Road Chipboard & Albums, My Mind's Eye Chipboard books, LiL Davis chipboard, Pebbles chipboard etc. (I could probably make two boxes of Crazy for Chipboard!

If you love patterned paper, then I can create a box with nothing but paper!!!!

If you love stamps, I can create another box with these elements, too!!

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I filled 10 Medium flat rate priority boxes filled to the top with scrapbooking supplies!
Now, as for what is inside? Now, that will be a surprise! I am not taking photos, but they are filled with all sorts of wonderful scrapbooking goodies! I simply cannot use it all! Trust me, I am creative everyday, even if it is only five minutes.  

Here are the details: 

• Boxes are all different and all random – they may include: patterned paper, cardstock, stickers, chipboard,chipboard mini albums, letters,brads, buttons, tags,misc. embellishments, stamps,flowers, etc. I promise there will be a lot more than $40 worth of product in each and every box.  A lot more.I am taking advantage of all the space in each box.
• $36 per box (which will include flat rate USPS shipping which is $11.35) If you are local, contact me, and I will coordinate a time to drop off your box.(: 

I accept payments by paypal, and unfortunately I can only ship to the US. 
If you are interested in any of these, please email me at susergi@me.com. If you have any questions, please ask me. I did try, and stay away from packing Halloween, or Christmas items, but if you like these themes, let me know. 

Please email me if you are interested, and I will sell them on a first come, first served basis!

Thank you!

p.s. To avoid multiple trips to the post office, I will mail out boxes Friday.

Christmas Cottage December Daily {Teresa Collins}

Happy Monday!

Today, on the Teresa Collins Design Team Blog, I am sharing my December Daily Mini Album. I am also teaching this at Timeless Treasures on Wednesday. I believe there is one kit available.{Cost is 55.00} Here is the cover of my December Daily:

I love the Christmas Cottage collection, and cannot wait to fill it as December gets near!

Detail of cover:

A few peeks of the inside pages:

 

For a few more photos, my process, and tips, {click here} to hop onto the Teresa Collins Design Team Blog!

Now, time for me to go. I have to be at work in 30 minutes(;

Enjoy your Monday!

Wishing you a Very Merry Weekend

Happy Friday! 
I am here crafting away on more Christmas projects.(Two of my three kids are sick today.) I am almost finished with this tray from 7Gypsies. I forgot I had this mini tray! With all the scraps of paper surrounding my work space, thought I could quickly add a festive touch! 

I hope you have a very Merry weekend, and hope you find some time for Christmas crafting, too! 

Mini Houses {Little Yellow Bicycle} Once Upon A Christmas

Hi, everyone1

Yesterday, on the Little Yellow Bicycle Blog you may have seen this project:

 

Originally, I wanted these cute little houses to stand on their own. However, wrapped around a candle they went! I have to thank my best friend Jeannette, for coming to the rescue! She is so amazing, and I love how this turned out!
These adorable little houses were created with the new Christmas line, called Once Upon A Christmas,from Little Yellow Bicycle.

Here are a few more details:

The pinwheel rosette was created using the papercrafting kit from the collection. I use the 6x6 paper pad to cover all the houses, and added a bit of diamond dust to Santa's beard.

I love this collection. Full of traditional Christmas colors.

Here is a peek of all the tiny houses all together! How cute are they? They would be perfect for a mantle, but they really add that holiday sparkle around your candle centerpieces!

Just another peek at a few of the details I added to adorn the houses!

For more wonderful holiday inspiration from the Biker Chicks, {click here} to see. Lots of amazing projects!

I am involved in a boutique this weekend, so I made a few of these to sell.{Thoughts on pricing??} I will try, and photograph the others once I get through with the other fun things I am creating.

Lots to share, but as you know, trying to navigate,and solidfy some things called, "my life." I am thankful for your kind emails, and for checking my blog. I am ready for 2013, and know that God has a plan for me. Trusting him, and asking him to continue to give me strength! My children are my constant source of strength, and feel so blessed to be their Mom. I look forward to the New Year as we build upon old traditions, and create new ones!

Have a great evening, and be back to share a Cookies for Santa Mini book!