Such a Neat Idea!!

Hi there. Hope you had a great weekend. We had a great time Friday night watching our Tigers win the Cotton Bowl, but totally disappointed to watch our Saints lose in the first round of playoff games...bummer! I managed to get a good bit of scrapping done though. All of which I will share with you this week.

I have been holding out a bit on a piece of interesting information. The talented Anam Stubbington of My Mind's Eye, Prima, and Twisted Sketches developed a IPhone Sketch App...genius, right? Sketches 2 Scrapbook!!! It is soooo cool. Apple describes it as "A Scrapbooking Sketch application that will allow you to think creatively on the go with over 100 unique sketches and layouts to keep you inspired." Here are a few pics...

The App Front Page

A few of the super fab layouts...that is me in the top center!!

Pretty cool, huh? And here are my layouts from the App...

Country Girl

Lovin' Life

There are 2 versions: a FREE Lite Version with 12 sketches in it for everyone to demo the app, and a FULL version with another 104 sketches for the low price of $4.99 (US Dollars) - the FULL version also gets you the sketches from the free version...so a total of 116 sketches at your fingertips!!!

And a little FYI...round 2 is in the works, and a BIG surprise. Sorry, that is all I can say. You can check out all of the latest news HERE at the blog. Once you are there, you will find all of the links you need in the sidebar. Also, Anam is very, very generous. She has already given away dozens of freebies on the blog and Facebook fan page...go check it out!!

Happy Monday, and thanks for stopping by!!

Playing Catch Up and a Call for Layouts!!!

Hiya ladies! I think I have a "Catch Up" post every month! Well, like everyone, the holidays bring on a "To do" list a mile long for me! Right now on my list I have about 5 parties this week to prepare for, shopping for the big day, scrappy work, house work...shew! And like that is not enough, I have bigger fish to fry...Vivi informed me this morning that she just has to know Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer by "Fursday" or she will not be the best singer at the Christmas program. She says that she will let Santa down if she is not the best!! And Brock says that he needs to go shopping to buy me a BIG diamond ring because we are going on a date Friday. These are some serious things that need to be on my "To do" list, right? And Brock's request just moved to top priority...I love kids!

Anyhoo, how about some scrappy sharing? Here are my first set of layouts for my returning spot with My Little Bit of Whimsy...

Bottoms Up!

Heavens to Betsy that booty...I could just pinch it! And I did not even mean to take this pic...love when that happens! On this layout I used an assortment of MLBOW textured cloud buttons. They are super fun!

Sunday Funday

It has been awhile since I have used a bit of Sassafras, and it was just what I needed for Steph's textured buttons and ladybug stick pin!

And I must share my Creative Scrappers layout using sketch #134...

The Joy U Bring

And last, but certainly not least...

I need your layouts using doilies for the February edition of ScrapStreet.com Magazine!! If you think you have one that fits this call, email me at frances@scrapstreet.com!

Hope you are having a super Monday...chat soon!!

Potato Sack Race with Adornit!!

Hello there...again! It is day 3 of the Adornit Blog Hop, and today we are featuring the Pink Hoot Collection! This collection is whimsical, fun, so vibrant, and bright! Here is a look at my layout using this oh so sweet line...

Thinking Inside the Box

The wooden hearts that you see actually came with the HOME wooden letters that I used to create my Christmas wall art from yesterday. Adornit also has tons of wooden pieces to alter. Anyhoo, the hearts were just perfect for this layout about my silly kiddos.

Would you like to have Adornit's Pink Hoot Collection? Well, all you have to do is leave a comment on each of the designer's blogs (including mine), and finish up with a comment at the Adornit blog. Your name will then be entered into a drawing where one lucky chickie will win a super fab Pink Hoot prize package!!

Here is a look at today's Potato Sack Race line-up. And if you haven't started at the beginning, don't worry you can pop back to the top of the list and visit those blogs you've missed. Don't forget to finish up at the Adornit blog and let them know what you think!!

Melinda

Liz

Suzanne

Aphra

Robbie

Frances

Adornit - Listen In

I may be in a rut...

...but a good one! It is no secret that I love Cosmo Cricket. And working with the Togetherness Collection for November has certainly proven to be a great time. I think as of today I have made 3 single layouts, 1 double, and those stinkin' cute turkeys! Well here is may last, very last layout using Togetherness.

Big Sis

As you can see, there is not on piece of patterned paper on this layout. I used just the tag piece of patterned paper because it is simply all that I had left! I know, why not use another line? Well, because the whimsy of this line is just perfect for this sweet pic of my oldest and youngest kiddo!

But....you will be happy to know that I have finally moved on! Not very far though...Mitten Weather!!!! Shocker! I think I love it just as much as Togetherness!! Here is a look at Right at Home's December Sketch and my layout using it!

December Sketch

Sitting Pretty

Sure hope you are having a great Monday. Check back tomorrow...it involves a giveaway and some FUN!! Tootles!

I {heart} Pasta Fagioli!!

Man, I love that line....really! And my BFF heard my pleas, and slapped it in the November kit at Paper Poppy. It just has the sweetest elements...cameras, lovely patterns, bright colors, and the sprouts...love, love, love it. Here is a peek of my layout for this week using Jillibean's Pasta Fagioli....

Sweetheart

This kit is a doozy! To pick yourself up one, head on over HERE. And before I forget, Aphra has marked down all past kits and add-ons by 50%!!!! Yep, now is the time to stock up!!

See ya soon!

Creative Scrappers Sketch #130

It is that time of the week again...sketch reveal at Creative Scrappers! It is a good one too...good amount of white space, lots of layers, and patterned paper strips! The sketch was just the perfect match for my sweet photos of kiddo #3, and the precious Girl's Paperie Paper Girl. Take a look...

Plain Pooped

If you would like to play along this month and win a super fabulous prize from Scrapbook Sussies, check out the Creative Scrappers blog HERE.

Thanks for stopping by...tootles!

Paper Poppy Catch-Up

Hey again. I'm not sure if you have heard the news, but Aphra is shutting down Paper Poppy...sniff, sniff. Yes, I know...she's one of the best kit putter-togethers I know. But like us all, she has a lot on her plate. But know what? She is going out with a BANG!!! Two fabulous kits to finish things off! Here is a look at my most recent layouts using the November kit!

Fall Fun

Tree-mendous Wishes

These kits are a must have..love them! This month she is selling a Fall-ish kit, and a beautiful Christmas kit. If you would like one, you can find it HERE.

By the way, did you notice how great the photo of my 1st layout looked? Well, my sweet hubby let me treat myself to this...

Isn't he just the sweetest!! This little purchase has prompted me to start taking a bunch of pictures, and photography has now been put on my list of things I want to do. So to track what I am learning and my progress, I decided to start another blog...just for my pics! If you would like to take a look, you can find it HERE. I have already made my first post, and I would love to hear what you think. Please, comments and critiques are welcome...I'm learning remember!

Anyhoo, thanks for stopping by...have a great weekend!!

RAH Layouts to Share!!

Hello! Long time no see. Things have been extremely busy here. So busy that I have not been blogging regularly...sorry. Just wanted to stop by today and share my Right at Home layouts from October. Yes, October...but it is before the 15th of November so that is good, right? Anyhoo, Lisa sent me Togetherness by Cosmo Cricket and Monster Stew by Jillibean Soup...love. Take a look...

Sweet Family

A Grandpa's Love

Spooky Friends

Scaredy Cat

Short and sweet. Chat soon...K. ;)

Month #2 at the ScrapRoom!

Yep, I am 2 months into my 3 month stint at the ScrapRoom, and I have to tell ya I am going to be sad to see it go! I love, love and appreciate how Tammy Harp puts together a kit. Here is what you get...lets chat...

• 4 different collections...fab
• 2 to 3 pieces of coordinating cardstock with each line...super fab
• coordinating embellies for each line...super-duper fab
• Not much left over, so less clutter in your scrap space...totally super-duper fab

Pretty cool, huh? I think she has a pretty unique spin on a monthly kit. The best part...you get all of that for a little over $20 per month!!! Now that is totally super-duper fab, right? Anyhoo, enough of my cheesiness, here are my November projects...

Family Card

Fall Helper

A Bit Curious

A Grandmother's Love

Music to my Ears

You can check out the FULL gallery HERE. And if you would like to have yourself one of the fabulous kits, you can get one HERE.

Thanks for visiting...tootles!!

Hope.

It is Breast Cancer Awareness Week at Bo Bunny, and WOW! It is has been a week full of inspiration and some of the most amazing stories of determination, hope, love, unfortunate loss, and triumph. These women have certainly taught me again to be thankful for my sweet, precious, and healthy life. I am thankful, truly thankful, and here is my contribution to this week...

Cherish Till the End of Time

Supplies used: Bo Bunny Persuasion My Sweet, Bo Bunny Persuasion Dot, Bo Bunny Persuasion Blooms, Chunky Charm CB Swirls & Brackets Blush, Bo Bunny Blush Coordinating Double Dot, Bo Bunny Blush Coordinating Double Dot Ribbon, and Love is All Cardstock Stickers

You can check out all of the inspiring stories and projects HERE at the Bo Bunny blog. Thanks for stopping by and have a great weekend.

By Far my Favorite!!

Bo Bunny's Whoo-ligans Collection...I just love it! And I know that I use the word "favorite" just as much as conjunctions, but it is my favorite. I love it because it is everything that a Halloween line should be...bright colors, spooky critters, and googly eyes! Really, what is Halloween without googly eyes? Anyhoo, it is Sketch Challenge week at Bo Bunny! Take a look at the sketch and my take, and yep, you guessed it, using the oh so adorable Whoo-ligans Collection.

Sketch brought to you by Sketch Inspiration

2 Cute to be a Monster!

Supplies Used: Licorice Dot Cardstock, Whoo-ligans Stripe, Whoo-ligans Dot, Whoo-ligans Monsters, Whoo-ligans Combo Stickers, Whoo-ligans 12" Chipboard, Whoo-ligans iCandy Dimensionals 3D Cardstock Stickers, Bo Bunny Double Dot Ribbon, Bo Bunny Buttons

Tombo Supplies Used: Mono Permanent Adhesive Roller, Mono Permanent Aqua Liquid Glue

Fun stuff, huh? See, gotta love the Whoo-ligans Collection! And before I chat anymore, I must say...

Yes we do!
How 'bout you!!

Sorry...I must have channeled my Junior High cheerleading days back in 1990! Anyhoo, Tombow sent all of us chicks at Bo Bunny a nice little pack of goodies this month to work with, and I am enjoying it to the fullest! Thanks Tombo!!

Don't forget that to participate in the challenge you must link your layouts to the post HERE by November 3rd. Good luck and may the force be with you!!

Thanks for stopping by...have a great weekend!!