Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Score!


Photos of DGD Sydney playing softball with her All-Star Team, July 2015.

I used -
Photoplay 'Family Ties' pp's
My Mind's Eye, Simple Stories Enamel Dots
American Crafts Chipboard Thickers
Darice, The Paper Studio Stickers

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Let's Go Be Adventurers

Photo of DH and I at Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, October 2016.

I used -
Crate Paper 'Hello Love' pp's
Dear Lizzy, KaiserCraft Diecuts
My Mind's Eye Enamel Dots
The Paper Studio Flowers
Doodlebug Doily
Prima Flair Pin

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Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Eat

Photos of DH and I and our dinner one night aboard the Royal Princess, April 2016.

I used -
Carta Bella 'Beach Day' pp's
Pink Paislee Chipboard Accents
Prima, The Paper Studio Flowers
Doodlebug Brads, Red Clip
Simple Stories Stickers
KaiserCraft Diecuts

This is for LM#346 Challenge at Lasting Memories 
to use fruits and/or veggies. I used pineapple paper and accent and also on the circular accents are citrus. 

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Snow Day!

 Photos of grandkids Kaylee and Brady out sledding with their friend, January 2016.

I used -
October Afternoon 'Under the Tree' pp's, Diecuts, Stickers
The Paper Studio Jewel Snowman
Dear Lizzy Chipboard Alphas
Heidi Grace Journal Tag

Based on  Sketch #276 from Sketches in Thyme.

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Go Team Go!

 Photos of grandson Brady playing football, August 2016.

I used -
Bo Bunny 'Game On' pp's, Chipboard Accents, Stickers
Eyelet Outlet Football Brad
American Crafts Journal Tag

Based on the May 14th Sketch from Citrus Twist. 

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Go Makaykay!

Photos of DGD Makaylee playing softball with her Jr. High Team, March 2016. Kaylee's friends at school always call her 'Makaykay' so at her ballgames even the other parents were yelling for 'Makaykay'.

I used -
Glitz Designs 'Raven' pp's
American Crafts Journal Tag, Chipboard Thickers
Laserline 'Eagles' Diecut

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Monday, May 29, 2017

#You Are My Bright Side

 Photo of DD Michelle with her kids Kellan, Lucy, and Marcus on Mother's Day 2017.

I used -
Pink Paislee 'Oh My Heart' pp's, Diecuts, Sequins
My Mind's Eye Gold # (hashtag)

Based on Sketch #278 from Sketches in Thyme. 

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Friday, May 26, 2017

Meet Me Under the Sea

 Photos of DH and I and some of the sealife we saw while snorkeling at St. John, April 2016 Cruise.

I used -
Bella Blvd. 'Secrets of the Sea Boy' pp's, Diecuts
Eyelet Outlet, Simple Stories Enamel Dots

Based on this May Sketch by PageMaps. 

This is also for May Challenge #41 based on the Mood Board below...

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Jingle Bells

 Photos of sweet little grandson Kellan opening his gifts, Christmas 2016.

I used -
American Crafts 'All Wrapped Up' pp's, Washi Tape
My Mind's Eye Washi Tape
Pinkfresh Puffy Accents
KaiserCraft Diecuts
Fancy Pants Envie

Based on Birthday Bash Sketch #3 from 
Sketch N Scrap. 

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Make A Wish

 Photos of sweet little grandson Kellan's 6th birthday, May 2017.

I used -
Doodlebug 'Dragon Tales' pp's, Stickers, Mini-Clip
Simple Stories Enamel Dots
Basic Grey Banner

Based on the wonderful sketch below that was featured in a May Guest Designer Mini-Crop Challenge at A Cherry on Top.

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Thursday, May 25, 2017

Enjoy!

 Photos of sweet little grandkids Kellan and Lucy at the local Aquatic Center, August 2016.

I used -
Crate 'Maggie Holmes Chasing Dreams' pp's
Pink Paislee Sequins, Journal Card
American Crafts Foam Thickers
Simple Stories Stickers
Doodlebug Doily

This is for the May Rewind Sketch Challenge  
from GrandDiva's Creative Corner Blog. 

This is also for Rochelle's May 1-2-3 Challenge 
using the following... 

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Mom Life

 Photos of DD Michelle and her kids Lucy, Marcus, and Kellan on Mother's Day 2017.

I used -
Pink Paislee 'Oh My Heart' pp's, Diecuts
My Mind's Eye Enamel Shapes
Recollections Doilies

Based on the May JumpStart Sketch from The ScrapRoom. 

This is also for the May 21st Colour Palette Challenge at 
The Studio Callenges. 

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I Dream of the Ocean

 Photo of our relaxing beach at the Riviera Maya, Mexico. (October 2015)

My journaling on the back...I miss being at the ocean so much! I miss the sounds of the waves and the sea birds. I miss ths ocean smells and the sand between my toes. I miss the peaceful, relaxing atmosphere and the beautiful teal colors of the Caribbean. I'm longing to be near the ocean as it recharges my being and soul.

I used -
Bella Blvd. 'Secrets of the Sea' pp's
Heidi Swapp Puffy Alphas, Texture Paste
October Afternoon Mini Alphas
Tim Holtz Burlap Stencil
KaiserCraft Diecuts

Based on the May 21st sketch from Citrus Twist. 

This is for the May 15th Challenge at Colorful Creations about
 'What Inspires Me'. Journaling above and I'm inspired by the beach/ocean. Also inspired by teals and mixed media.


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Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Cheers!

 Photos of DH and I along with our yummy Mango Margaritas at our resort in Mexico, October 2015.

I used -
Amy Tangerine 'Oh Happy Life' pp's, Diecuts
Simple Stories Stickers
Misc. Sequins

Based on the May 1st Sketch from 
Stuck?! Sketches. 

This is also for the May 15th Challenge #264  at Use Your Stuff
to use metallics. I used lots of shiny metal sequins. 

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Sweet Love

 Photos of sweet little grandkids Lucy with cousin Travis, June 2015.

I used -
Crate Paper 'Cute Girl' pp's, Puffy Accents, Ephemera
Echo Park 'Just Be You' pp's

Based on the May 1st Sketch Challenge from 
Let's Get Sketchy. 

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Tuesday, May 23, 2017

Football MVP

 Photos of sweet grandson Marcus playing football, September 2015.

I used -
Laserline Background Paper
Simple Stories Journal Card, Stickers
Doodlebug pp's, Washi Tape
Eyelet Outlet Football Brad

Based on Sketch #128 from Sketch N Scrap. 

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You Float My Boat

 Photos from our October 2015 trip to the Mayan Riviera, Mexico.

I used -
Photoplay 'Nautical Bliss' pp's
Creative Embellishments Flair Pin
Echo Park Chipboard Accents
Simple Stories Enamel Dots
Fancy Pants Diecuts

Based on this April Sketch from Citrus Twist. 

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Monday, May 22, 2017

Third Baseman


Photos of DGD Makaylee playing softball with her Summer team, June 2015.

I used -
Doodlebug 'Goal', 'Slam Dunk' pp's
Simple Stories Journal Card
Heidi Swapp Puffy Alphas
Darice Softball Stickers
KaiserCraft Diecut

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Sunday, May 21, 2017

Whichever Way the Wind Blows

 Photo of DH and I at a family reunion taking a ride on the local ferry boat, June 2015.

I used -
Authentique 'Seafarer' pp's, Stickers
Creative Embellishments Chipboard, Flair Pin
KaiserCraft Stamp, Diecuts
Prima Stamp

This is for the May Challenge at 
Creative Embellishments to stamp an image on my background. 
I used a tiny triangle stamp and a postage stamp. 
I also used a Circle Doodle Chipboard Piece I just received. 

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Saturday, May 20, 2017

Basketball Star

Photos of little grandson Marcus playing basketball, his favorite sport and he's a great ball handler. (June 2015)

I used -
Simple Stories 'Basketball' pp's, Stickers
Echo Park, The Paper Studio Stickers
Eyelet Outlet Basketball Brad
Fancy Pants Alphas

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Friday, May 19, 2017

Stick It Down May Guest Designer!

Excited to share I got to be the May Single Page Guest Designer for the Stick it Down Blog. Check out their site and challenges! 


Photo of the squirrels we watch everyday out back at the feeder. Sometimes they are pretty fun to watch flying through the trees, April 2017.

I used -
Jillibean Soup 'Mushroom Medley' pp's, Alphas
Amy Tangerine Chipboard Thickers
Eyelet Outlet Enamel Dots
Heidi Swapp Texture Paste
Tim Holtz Bubble Stencil
Am. Crafts Washi Tape
Echo Park Stickers
Doodlebug Doily

Based on the May Single Page Sketch from
Stick it Down. 

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Best Kid Ever

Photos of sweet grandson Nathan just being his sweet self, May 2015.

I used -
Shimelle 'Little By Little' pp's
Doodlebug, Pink Paislee Sequins
Crate Paper Emphemera
Heidi Grace Journal Tag

Based on this May PageMap. 

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Tuesday, May 16, 2017

Young & Brave

 Sorry for the shadows from my darn scanner!

Photo of little grandson Kellan having a dental checkup, July 2015.

I used -
Pink Paislee 'Take Me Away' pp's, Chipboard
Simple Stories, Teresa Collins Enamel dots
American Crafts Puffy Title
Autumn Leaves Buttons

Based on May Sketch #306 from Creative Scrappers. 

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Monday, May 15, 2017

The Pitch

 Photos of DGD Makaylee playing softball with her Summer team, June 2015.

I used -
Doodlebug 'Soccer' pp's
Simple Stories 'Softball' Journal Card
Eyelet Outlet Enamel Dots, Brad
Pinkfresh Studio Alphas
Karen Foster Stickers

Based on this March PageMap. 

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Sunday, May 14, 2017

Perfect Day

 Photos of the beach at our resort in Mexico, October 2015.

I used -
KaiserCraft 'Island Escape' pp's, Diecuts
Prima, The Paper Studio Flowers
Heidi Swapp Puffy Alphas
Pink Paislee Sequins
Doodlebug Brads

Based on the April 23rd Sketch from Citrus Twist. 

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Thursday, May 11, 2017

Take Me Out to the Ball Game


Photos of grandson Brady playing baseball, June 2015.

I used -
Echo Park 'Baseball' pp's
Simple Stories Title/Journal Tag, Stickers
Doodlebug Mini Clip

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Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Basketball Hoops

 Photos of grandson Brady playing basketball, November 2015.

I used -
Doodlebug 'Slam Dunk' pp's, Stickers
American Crafts Journal Tag
Rusty Pickle Buttons

This is based on Sketch No. 87 from The Memory Nest.

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