Back to School...

Back to school has happened in our household and is happening in full force.  The kids don't have too much homework yet, but gosh... can I fill out any more paperwork and forms?  I sure hope not.  I appreciate the strong communication.  I'm just coming to terms that Summer has indeed concluded.
So with that said... it was my reveal day today for the 2nd week sketch at Sketches in Thyme.  I'm a tad late, for it's almost midnight where I live.  
It was perfect for my kid's back to school / first day pics.  

Here is the sketch to follow...  come on over to join us.  You have all month to get in on the action.  Super fun prize!!  Would love to see you join us.  

Sketches in Thyme #164




The Frosted Designs Friday challenge also inspired me to complete my layout. Their monthly theme is BACK TO SCHOOL.  You also have all month to join in on their fun.

Thanks so much for taking a peek.  Now that Fall is here, lots of projects are in the works.  Stay Tuned.  :)

Rise "n Shine

Good evening... and Good morning!!  (Depending on your part of the world)  I'm here to bring you the latest and greatest challenge over at Lasting Memories # 148.  This week's challenge is...

"COUNTRY CHARM"

Country colors (oranges, yellows, greens, browns), country paper patterns or the DT even came up with a  doing your ACTUAL Country colors... like Red, White and Blue for the US or Red and White for Canada.  Lots of ideas for this one.  Also include some kind of charm on your layout.

Besides my country palette of colors that I chose, I also used the plaid paper and the different wild flowers paper reminded me of a country farm.  The THEME or title of my layout also represents that first morning wake up.  With the bright sun shining and the knowledge of a new day.  I think the only thing missing is some roosters making noise.  :)  My charm is the B under the photo.  The first letter of both of our kids.  I just recently discovered INSTAGRAM and caught this photo of my two kiddies last week as they greeted me on our bed with smiles to wake me up.  Summer has been some late night stay ups and some late morning sleep ins.  With the magic of Instagram, I was also able to color the photo with a reddish tint effect.  

Most of my supplies are from My Minds Eye and Simple Stories (the letters)

I am also entering my layout with the Ladies over at Sketches in Thyme using their # 117 sketch.  Haven't played with them in a while.  Always love their sketches.

I hope you find some time to join Lasting Memories this week.  With the BUSY days of summer, it felt good to finally get some photos scrapped.  Maybe you can too.  :)

Thanks for stopping by.  Check out the "Monday Mojo" from the fabulous DT coming up in a few hours over at LM.