Pool Time...

Happy Sunday.  Yes it's me again... twice this week.  I am amazing myself.  :)  It also helps that we have had thunderstorms here for 2 days, we've vacationed a ton and YES... Football has begun!   I love watching all the ins and outs of the game... even during this Pre-season stuff... but better yet, my Husband is engrossed with the TV and his (still figuring out) Fantasy Football team... that my Scrapping time just might get to increase.   It's the start of a new challenge over Lasting Memories.   Our overall August theme is "Sky High"... So this week we want to see you add a Starburst or Sunburst to your layouts. LM 255 Add a Starburst or Sunburst to your layout.
Here is my take...

I am also entering this with "Scrap our Stash Challenge" #29 - the word is PAPER.

Use something on your layout using each letter of the word paper.

P - Punches, Pens

A - Alphas

P - Pinwheel, Pool

E - Enamel Dots,

R - Rhinestones

My layout is actually the 2nd page to a layout I did a few months ago.  And here it is all together...

  Ha!  Yes... that is how behind I am.  :)

So glad I could get this done and join in a challenge!

I wish the same for all of you.  

See you soon!!

On the River...

Hello!  Long time no scrap!!  Then when I get on a roll... I get on a roll.  And it's usually when I can't sleep.  That was me last night.  :)  Anyone else have this problem?   Well I am here to show you the latest challenge at Lasting Memories this week. It's a Sketch challenge along with "Scrap your favorite destination." LM236 Here is my take...

I have practically grown up on this river.  Boating, waterskiing, swimming... whatever we want to do with not many rules.  Thankfully my parents bought a place 25 years ago.  I can positively say that it's my favorite destination and my kids get to enjoy it with me and this time my Husband too. (He works many times that we go vacation here)

Here is the sketch to follow...

You have all month to join us.  I hope you do.  There is a very cool prize, Top 3 and GDT to be awarded.   I was also greatly inspired by the colors at Color Throwdown ctd337 Perfect Beachy and River colors!! And... I am taking a gander at the current Scrap Our Stash challenge 25... You need to include and item using each letter in the word STAMP. S - Sequins T - Twine and Teal colors A - Alphas M - Medallion Embellie P - Pen, Photos, Punched circles Thanks all for stopping by.  Love it when I get scrapping time in.  :)
Crash your Stash #6

Wipeout!!

Hey friends!!  So I have been working on a custom order for a friend and am so close to finishing... so I took some time out for myself (finally) and created this layout!!  So excited to get these things scrapped.
A new challenge over at Lasting Memories started on Sunday and it's all about
"Favourite TV Game Show" Go Here to Link Up... LMCB217
Create a layout based on a TV Game Show!!

WIPEOUT!!  This is actually my son's favorite TV Game show.  And how appropriate since this is all about him.  Unfortunately his summer didn't end real well when he broke his wrist after falling while riding his Ripstick in July.  It was his favorite birthday present and well it proved to not be his friend.  He hasn't ridden it since.  He plays other sports, so being cautious.  Will be getting him all kinds of protective gear soon!  

I was also inspired by the November challenge over at 123 Get Scrappy!!

Use 3 things from this board in a row!

I used... ONE WORD TITLE, MORE THAN 2 RIBBONS (3rd is tied around one wrapped on paper on left) & MASCULINE

My first time entering this challenge.  Not the last.  You have until December 1st to play!!

Thanks so much for stopping by.  I'll be back again sooner rather than later.  Catching up on ME and some DT assignments.  :)

LMCB 149 "Birds and Bees."

Happy Sunday all!  It's time for the next challenge over at

 Lasting Memories Layout Challenges # 149.

And the theme...

"The Birds and the Bees."  

LOL!! It's not what you think... we want to see either 

BIRDS or BEES on your layouts this week. 

 Although... pretty funny, our DT had quite the discussion as you can imagine.  We didn't want to scare you. 

I chose BIRDS to showcase on my layout.  I feel this photo doesn't do my layout justice.  Darn nighttime photography... but the photos hold a special place in my heart.  This was in 2010 on our annual Family Vacation.  Our kiddos were 7 and 4 and to think that it is 3 years later.  Oh how time FLIES!!!  Thus my birds on my layout.  :)

Here is a close-up of my birds.

I used a kit from Close to My Heart called   "Magnifique."  Then I added some elements from Little Yellow Bicycle "Paradise" collection.

Hope you can join us this week!  Can't wait to see your take on this challenge.!!

  

First Lost Tooth... DDC #44... and a DT Call!!!

Hello Everyone!  Sticking with my "Back to Crafting" regime... it's the start of the newest challenge over at Digi Darla's.  

Also... read on about a DT CALL starting today!!  :)  If you like coloring and working with DIGI images in any kind of form... this is the DT Team for you!!

The Theme of this week's challenge is...

Use Fairies or Angels

I used DD stamp image called "Fairy Good Girl 2"  Here is a close-up.

A fun layout about my daughter losing her first tooth 3 years ago and how I can't believe I haven't scrapped the moment yet.  (I'm getting on that old list of mine this year.)  :)

I also want to shout out to my MOM & DAD and say THANK YOU for my new 48 pack of Prisma Pencils that they got me for Christmas.  I loved using them!!

I am also entering my layout over at 

Frosted Designs Fabulous Friday Challenge - Recipe

I used...

Brads

Punches

Stamps

Stickers

And... I had some sketch help as well from 

Practical Scrappers - January Sketch

And finally... here is the info. about the DT Call.  Go HERE to enter our challenge and try out!! 

It's time for a DT Call here at Digi Darla's! If you love working with digital images, we're looking for you!! DT Call runs from Monday, January 7th till Sunday, January 20th at 9pm EST. New members will be posted on Wednesday, January 23rd at 8am EST. Feel free to enter as many times as you like and please add DT with your name (KarenDT) so we know you're applying for our DT. The more you enter, the more we can see your style. Here's our expectations from our DT Members .. 

Term runs for 6 mths - Jan till June

You will receive an invite to the challenge blog and you can upload as far ahead as you like!!

Comment on all the DT blogs as well as as many entries as you can.

As a full time DT member, Kim will be granting you full access to both Digi Darla’s Designs AND DSC!

Promote Digi Darla Designs/Challenge blog on your blog, FB and/or Twitter/Pinterest if you have them

Although not mandatory, if you have a tutorial you would love to share with us, we'd love to see it! Kim would add it to Digital Stamping Sisters and it would be posted on our challenge blog as well. These can be super easy, moderate – whatever you think and any medium is welcome!!

Most important, please HAVE FUN and enjoy your time as a Digi Darla DT Member!

So, if you think this is for you, be sure to enter as often as you like and add DT with your name. We're looking for 7 new DT Members!!

Supplies Used:

Card stock:  Stampin' Up - Basic Grey and Close to My Heart on the go kit "Sophia"

Punches:  Scallop, Cupcake and Pennant from Stampin' Up.

Embellies:  Brads, Basic Gems, Grosgrain Ribbon from Stampin' Up.  Dimensional Sticker from Michael's.  Random Letter/Alpha stickers

Ink:  Prisma Colored Pencils, SU Black Marker

Thanks so much for stopping by again today!!  :)  Happy Week to you all!!  

LMCB # 94 - It's a SKETCH challenge!! and WINNER!!

If you are looking for my newest post from Digi Darla's "Summertime" Challenge...go HERE

Good afternoon Friends!  Happy Monday!  I'm a day tardy sharing with you the newest challenge over at  Lasting Memories Layout challenges!!  I apologize for that...had a good weekend... but now 2 sick kids (and starting me) are the result come this fine Monday. 

 Keep reading to see the WINNER of my giveaway for last weeks blog hop.

It's time for a SKETCH challenge!!

Here is my creation...

The day before Mother's Day, we ventured out to a Flower Nursery called "Flower World" to pick up some goodies.  What a pleasant surprise that was.  A huge, beautiful walking park with fountains, water mills, a petting zoo and a great chance for my kids to actually stop and smile for me!!  A 30 minute shopping trip turned into a 3 hour afternoon to remember.  It was also 80 degrees.  (Not today)

Here is the Left Page for LMCB #94 Sketch Challenge and showcasing an image from Digi Darla's 

called "Pitcher of Flowers" (In the top right corner)

Here is the sketch to follow...

And we are being sponsored by  DIGI DARLA's.   Woo Hoo!

Here is my Right Page with my "Polaroids" for the challenge over at 

Scrapfit #70 - Develop Your Own Polaroid .

and I flipped the sketch to use again for the Current Lasting Memories Challenge.  

And one last thing... dum dee dee dum... my WINNER for Last Week's Blog Hop is...

# 10 KIMBERLY!!! 

(Chosen by my son)

Contact me at fishquad at comcast dot net with your address.

I hope you all come join us!!  Lots of wonderful inspiration over at Lasting Memories!!  

Thanks for stopping by!!

Supplies:

Cardstock:  "Magnifique" on the go kit from Close to My Heart.

Digital Image:  "Pitcher of Flowers" from Digi Darla's.

Glittered Butterflies:  Self Adhesive transfers from Doodlebug Designs.  Glitter from Martha Stewart.

Glittered SMILE title:  Self Adhesive transfers from Doodlebug Designs.  Glitter from Martha Stewart.

Other Embellies:  Button, Twine, Ink for image all from Stampin' Up.  

"Family" and "All together" random stickers from stash.

LMCB 92 - "Sweatin' to the Oldies" - Summer Layout

Good Sunday morning to you all!  I'm here to share with you the latest challenge over at

 Lasting Memories Ch # 92. 

Now for this weeks challenge and it's sooooooo fun! We're "Sweatin To The Oldies" with a twist! It has to be a SUMMER song lyric from the 50's - 70's!! Come on out and join the fun with us as we dance the week away!

Here is a double page spread I did of my kiddos and I hanging out at our "Home away from home" during the summer time.  (Hubby working) Can you figure out my song choice?? 

"I can see clearly now that the rain is gone.  It's going to be a bright, bright sun-shiny day."

1972 - Johnny Cash

Just so you all know... when I thought of this one.. and mind you, I was only 2 when it came it out... it has been stuck in my head all week.  :-)

Here are some close-ups...

This layout is done mostly using the "Footloose" kit from Close to My Heart. 

 I like the beachy colors.  It's sort of one of my more scattered layouts.  I kept adding stuff.  Didn't know when to stop.  I'm sure you can all relate.  "Just gotta walk away."

Come out and join us for our fun "Sweatin' to the Oldies" challenge.

You can win this!!!

Stacia is hosting our giveaway this week!!

Or be FEATURED, or be a Part of our TOP 3!!

Thanks for stopping by!  I'll be back tomorrow with another layout!!

Happy rest of the weekend!!

PPC Specialty Ch. #8 - Snow Lake Hiking Layout

Good morning to everyone!!  I have a sick kiddo and had internet connection problems last night... so I am hoping my day can only get better!!  So far so good... as I am chatting to all of you!
Today over at Picture Perfect Creations...crafty challenges we have a FUN and EASY Specialty challenge for you!! 
Simply create any kind of project using 2 Ribbons and 3 Buttons.
I took the opportunity to create a Scrap Layout.  This is a picture of my DH and DD in 2004 on our hike to Snow Lake in the Cascade Mountains.  6 miles of steep incline, rocks and switchbacks... and he carried her the whole time!  It was also 88 degrees and MUGGY.  I'm surprised we actually did this... but I guess we were younger (ha) and we were determined to see the end result.  This photo doesn't do the scenery justice... but daughter is happy as a clam!!  She just got to sit back and ride along.

My Taffeta Ribbon and Baker's Twine are my 2 "ribbon" choices and then I have 1 button in the center of my ribbon bow and 2 buttons tacking down the left part of my title. 

I followed Sketch 7.14 from Sketchy Thursdays this week!!  I am loving their sketches lately. My title and the overall layout is sort of "Enlarged" from the original sketch... but you get the idea.

I will be adding a 2nd page to this layout... for I have lots of fun pictures and more of a story to tell.  So be on the lookout for that soon!!

Come on over and join us for PPC Specialty Ch 8 this week.  Any sort of crafty project allowed!!  As long as it has 2 ribbons and 3 buttons on it somewhere!!

Thanks for stopping by!!

Supplies:

Cardstock:  Close to my Heart "Backcountry" paper pack & Stickease Asst.

Stamps:  Stampin' Up Quirky Alphabet & Snowfall

Embellies:  SU  Marina Mist Taffeta Ribbon, Rich Regals Buttons and White Baker's Twine, 1 1/4" circle punch, scallop border punch

 

PPC CC #65 - a "Celebrate" Happy Birthday Card

Good Morning Monday fellow bloggies!!  It's time for another color combo challenge over at Picture Perfect Creations ...crafty challenges #65.  It's a very "Rich" color combo in my opinion.  I thought of it as a good color combo for a couple... for an anniversary or wedding.  But ended up making a Birthday Card!!  :-)  And I do have to say.. .the person that will be receiving this card is elegant and classy in her own unique way! 
Here is my creation...

And here is the color combo to use...

I hope you all will consider joining us!  Remember... it can be ANY kind of crafty creation.  Paper, Knitting, Quilting, Painting... as long as it is using the above colors.  Show us what you can do!!

You must link up over at PPC by 10:00am EST on Monday, July 18th.

You have a chance to earn a "Grand Creation Winner" or a "Runner Up" badge to proudly display on your blog!!

Happy Crafting!!

Supplies:

Cardstock:  SU River Rock, Real Red, Regal Rose DSP pack, Basic Black, Whisper White

Ink:  SU Regal Rose, Real Rose, River Rock, Basic Black

Stamps:  Close to My Heart - It's Your Day

              Stampin' Up - Something to Celebrate

Embellies:  SU Basic Rhinestones, Ribbon punch, Scallop borner punch, Oval punch, 1/4" Black gross grain ribbon