Lolly Tin

I loved the pattern papers which Amy sent in my DT pack from Scrapbooking Haven. After creating numerous layouts, i decided to have a go at an OTP project- and you know what...it was alot of fun !!!

Websters FairytTales - Bells Are Ringing
Websters FairyTales - Dazzle-Me Gems
15mm Gingham Frill Green/White

These are fun to make for all occasions - Xmas, Birthdays or Easter. You can give as a gift or make as a centre piece for a table decoration...

All you have to do is get a tin can - any size - and cover with pattern paper and add ribbon trim to make it appealing to the eyes.

So next time you go to throw out your empty spagetti tin - think twice and have a little try at an OTP project. They are simple and quick to make.

Purple Pumpkin Sale....

On this Friday at 7pm....

Are you busy????

Well you'd better arrange your husbands,kids and pets cause you have a date!

Look at these yummies....Sam just wants to tease a little...LOL

What are you waiting for....go get organised.....

Reminder

Come on over and have a look see....

1. $20 pack of A2Z Scraplets assorted

2. Limetree Creations $20 voucher

3. $20 Scrapbooking Haven Voucher

4. 2 packs of assorted Manor House Creations flowers

5. 10 WOW Chipboard products of your choice

6. Boutique Creations Pack

7. Scrapbooking Haven $20 Voucher

8. $20 pack of A2Z Scraplets assorted

9. Boutique Creations Pack

10. Scrapbooking Haven $20 Voucher

11. Scrapbooking Haven $20 Voucher

Yes.....

You seen right....

These are all the prizes up for grabs...

So....


Come over here

Catch Up Time...

Bird Is The Word

Our new challenge word for today is REMEMBER.

You may like to try this sketch by Mary Thomas
(sketch use is not required to win the challenge)

This is my layout.I have used a photo of my grandfather when he lived/ran a farm with numerous animals.

and a some close ups:

Did you see the cogs and branch twigs??? They are from Scrapmatts.

If you would like to create a page with the word Remember, you can find the challenge here.

Did you spot my detailed tag in one of my close ups??

Well i went to my dear friend - Kim Kendell - to complete a class which is totally not me!! But i loved it thanks Kim. Its great to try different techniques and learn how to do them.

Just look at this awesome page of Kim's:

We had alot of fun using mists, masks and glams. I did add an extra touch to my brand new top as well. Luckily it was gold and added a bit of sparkle or you could say highlighted part of my top...LOL...

This is my layout that i completed at the class:

and a couple of close ups:

Don't you just love the colours and the tag !! Certainly not bright like ME but i loved the look of the misting.

White with 1

January's Challenge:

WHITE
+
LIME
+
BUTTONS

Here is my creation:

And as you can see, i have used the gorgeous spotty button from Purple Pumpkin.

And last but not least i went to a class by the wonderful Kylie Tout.I have always loved Kylie's OTP projects, so i jumped at the chance to do this grungeboard album.

Ok.....

Did you get through everything???

I told you i had to catch up...

Sunshine...where are you?

Is it really summer???

To pick a hot day this year has been hard to say the least. But when it was warm on this particular day, i made the most of the photo opportunity's. Emma just loves to play around the most out of my 3 girls. So i can capture the most fun & play pics of her all the time.

This layout is based on a new site called Sketches with a Twist. You can check them out here.

This is their first sketch.

And here is a close up of part of my layout:

I love the variety of coloured tickets available at Purple Pumpkin. They match perfectly with any themed layout.

How BIG is that spotty button???
I adore these colours - they are so bright and funky and also available from Purple Pumpkin!!

And i also have my last challenge for ScrapFIT. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Sara for having me on this wonderful and very friendly challenge site.

Workout #60- It’s The Simple Things


Sometimes it’s the simple things in life that mean the most! Show us what simple little thing means so very much to you! Is it a picture your child drew, a family heirloom, a special recipe, a book, - We are dying to know!

This workout is being sponsored by

Boys Rule Scrapbooks kits is a monthly scrapbook kit club for those of us who love to paper craft boy subjects. Care and consideration is key as each kit is assembled for the boys. Cool embellies are paired with handsome papers you will love to play with each month.
Boys Rule Scrapbook kits also has exclusive embellies with each kit....they are all different and very unique, and are included each month just for you.

It's fun to create when you have a complete kit that is designed for the memories of dirt, grunge and smelly things!
The winner of this Workout will receive this amazing collection of goodies!

Here is my layout:

I have used the sketch provided by Crafty Sketches:

and a close up of a Purple Pumpkin button:

What are you waiting for - go check out all the links....

And why not give the challenges a go...i know i had alot of fun !!

KUI Tryout...

Before the new year, i put my hand up to try out for the Kraft It Up CT. And what would you know - i was successful....

It was a big surprise for me as i have loved this scrapping site since the moments i laid eyes on it...LOL

So our task was to base a layout on a sketch which was supplied by Page Maps.

And here is my take on the sketch which i was selected on:

As you can see i have incluuded some Purple Pumpkin and Scrapmatts
.

A few close ups:

I had alot of fun creating and i look forward to my term staring in February.....

Cherish....

We always cherish those close to our hearts don't we...
This layout i created for this months Scrapjacked Challenge. Basically i just used up scraps which were lying around on my desk. I love to do this often as then i don't have to pack it away...LOL...

And a close up of the owl button by Purple Pumpkin which was the perfect colour to match my layout and the Scrapmatts chipboard branches which are great to stick in a cluster with other embellishments.

Just wanted to let you all know in advance...

Hope you are all having a fantastic day...

Sit Down First....

Like my title....

Well i didn't want you all to pass out with the shock of my post. Yes it has been a month since scrapping a post about Scrapmatts - and a busy one at that with Xmas in between.

But also i wanted you to sit down so you won't pass out with the shock of seeing my cards...

Yes you did read right...i made cards. When the DT decided on concentrating on cards this month...well you could just image my response! What the...

But if i can do a card....anyone can!!!

I seriously mean that...

I decided to stick to a Beachy theme for my set of cards. I love kraft and feel that this cs is perfectly suited for this theme.

CB6065 Nautical Designs 02

CB1123 Signboards 01

CB6062 Shells 02

CB6065 Nautical Designs 02

So there you go..a few simple cards using black Scrapmatts Chipboard.

I also want to include a few layouts which i have created using various Scrapmatts.

CB6062 Shells 02

and a close up:

This layout is based on this months sketch challenge over at Purple Pumpkin.

Thanks for stopping by and having a look see...

My Creative Sketches

I decided to give this comp a go which started last year. These are my layouts from the 3 rounds.

Sketch 1

Sketch 2

Sketch 3

Now the wait is on to see who wins the grand prize..i say you have to be in it to win it!

Bring It On.....

WARNING: Many pics-long post.

Well 2012 has arrived...

I am hoping for a less stressful year. Is that possible???Can i ask for this to happen.....hope so.

We decided to head up in the mountains yesterday to get out of the heat. It worked until the walking part through the bush and heading back to tumut after luch! The place we visited is Yarrangabilly Caves.

First we headed down to the thermal pool-that was the easy part !!

Then we did the bush walk around to the cave- 1.5km. You can understand why my calves on the back of my legs are so sore today!! I'm not moving very far today-LOL

Hubby asked if i took photos going through the rock formations. I wanted to tell him what i thought but the kids were in ear shot! I was flat out watching the track let alone taking photos..

Finally we arrived at the caves...

By the end of the caves, hubby offered to take my backpack cause i was well and truely stuffed!!

Our next trip to this destination - the girls will be capable of swimming by themselves and i will wait up at the top picnic ground and have lunch organised while reading a scrapping mag..LOL...

Now to finally catch up on some scrapping news. Luckily most of these scrapping shares i did before the end of last month cause i haven't had time to scrap lately.

Purple Pumpkin


This months sketch is designed by Sara N.

and here is my example:

and some close ups:

The bright orange doileys were perfect for my summery layout. And the spotty button looks very funky indeed!! Did you also spot the Scrapmatts chipboard. These work very well with Purple Pumpkin embellishments...

So you can find this sketch and all the DT examples here
...you will love them!!

Speaking of Scrapmatts....

This months challenge is :

Create a card that uses black Scrapmatts chipboard - super easy!!

Of course this can be chipboard that comes in black already, or one that you colour black using any method you like.

Here is my example:

and a close up:

Did you spot my Scrapmatts i have used???

The frame( CB6002 Ornate Frame 02) and a key (CB1085 Keys 02)


And at the end of the month, a winner will be picked and will get $25 gift certificate to Scrapmatts.So what are you waiting for...head on over...

Bird Is the Word


It has been a year since BITW began....can you belive that...and it is growing bigger and getting better.

Our new word being introduced today is PROMISE. The promise of a new year to come!!...or however you want to use the word! I think you will see this is a very versatile word.

Come and check out the DT examples and challenge here
.

I decided to do a layout with my parents.

and a close up:

I think my layout turned out alright - i decided to add just bits and pieces from embellishments laying on my desk.And the red felt flower and spotty button is from Purple Pumpkin.

You may like to use this sketch too designed by Mary Thomas.

ScrapFIT

Workout #60 -Inspired By The Music!

I love 80’s music and we are working out with Pat Benatar this week! Her song ‘Love Is A Battlefiled ‘ is your inspiration for this workout! I cant wait to see how this makes you move! You can find the lyrics here-


This workout is being sponsored by

Boys Rule Scrapbooks kits is a monthly scrapbook kit club for those of us who love to paper craft boy subjects. Care and consideration is key as each kit is assembled for the boys. Cool embellies are paired with handsome papers you will love to play with each month.
Boys Rule Scrapbook kits also has exclusive embellies with each kit....they are all different and very unique, and are included each month just for you.

It's fun to create when you have a complete kit that is designed for the memories of dirt, grunge and smelly things!

The winner of this Workout will receive this amazing collection of goodies!

Here is my example:

My layout is also based on the last sketch for the My Creative Sketch Challenge.

Now its your turn to show us how this song make you move! Link up your layout or card here by January 31st for a chance to win!

Well did you make it.....I hope so. Thanks for stopping by...