Friday, August 31, 2018

I Would Do Anything For You

Photo of DD Michelle with her DD Lucy, May 2018.

I used -
American Crafts 'Vicki Boutin All the Good Things' pp
American Crafts 'Amy Tangerine Sunshine & Good times' pp
American Crafts 'Amy Tangerine Shine On' pp
Carta Bella Enamel Dots
Pink Paislee Journal Tag
The Paper Studio Doilies
Doodlebug Alpha Stickers

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Boys Will Be Boys

 Photos of sweet grandson Nate at Chuck E. Cheese for his cousin's birthday. (April 2016)

I used -
Photoplay 'Boys Rule' pp's, Stickers
Carta Bella, Echo Park Enamel Dots
Doodlebug, Jillibean, Pink Paislee Alphas

Based on this August 19th Sketch from Citrus Twist. 

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Thursday, August 30, 2018

Simple & Sweet

 Photo of grandkids Lucy, Kellan, and Marcus enjoying a cool, sweet treat at San Juan, Puerto Rico on their May 2018 Cruise.

I used -
Pinkfresh Studio 'Simple & Sweet' pp's, Puffy and Chipboard Accents
KaiserCraft Triangle Stamp
Elle's Studio Journal Card
Misc. Popsicle Stamp
Doodlebug Sequins

This is for the August Challenge at the Pinkfresh Studio's Blog 
based on the following colors and the theme, "Summer". 




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This is Truly Paradise

Photo of the gorgeous beach at South Friar's Bay, St. Kitts on our July 2018 Cruise.

I used -
Bo Bunny 'Down By The Sea', Diecuts
Am. Crafts Amy Tangerine Thickers
28 Lilac Lane Sequins
KaiserCraft Diecuts
Prima Flowers
 
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A Day at the Beach

 Photos of DD Michelle with her kids Marcus, Kellan, and Lucy at Labadee, Haiti on their Royal Caribbean Cruise. (May 2018)

I used -
Fancy Pants 'On Our Way' pp's, Journal Tag
Carta Bella Chipboard Accents, Stickers
KaiserCraft Triangle Stencil
Ranger Texture Paste
Smooch Liquid Inks

This is for Case File No. 259 from CSI: Colors, Stories, Inspiration Blog.
I was inspired to use the following...
 EVIDENCE
    Map pattern
    Solid white background
    Transportation (ship)
    Travel-themed elements
    Trees
    Triangles (stenciling)

 TESTIMONY 
    Topic: Document a trip, vacation, getaway, daytrip, outing, etc.
 THE SCHEME
    255.255.251 – bright white
    23.200.218 – bright sky blue
    255.149.87 – medium muted orange
    177.221.224 – powder blue
    30.30.30 - black

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#Game On

 Photos of sweet grandsons Kellan and Marcus playing Monopoly. I can't often get the grandkids to play board games with me as they prefer their electronics, but this was a happy surprise. (July 2017)

I used -
Jillibean Soup '2 Cool For School' pp's, Stickers
Carta Bella, Echo Park, Eyelet Outlet Enamel dots
Pinkfresh Puffy Alphas

Based on this Sketch from The ScrapRoom by Brenda Ragsdale. 

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Wednesday, August 29, 2018

Let's Go!

Photos of DH and I on our flight to Mexico, October 2017.

I used -
Carta Bella 'Pack Your Bags' pp's, Stickers, Enamel Dots
Tim Holtz 'Starry' Stencil
Smooch Liquid 'Siren' Ink
Fancy Pants Journal Tag
Ranger Texture Paste

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Happy Holidays

Photo of DD Michelle and her family, Christmas 2017.

I used -
My Mind's Eye 'Oh What Fun'! pp;s, Chipboard Accents, Enamel Dots
Tim Holtz 'Faded Dots', 'Pines' Stencils
Lawn Fawn 'Snow Day' Red Paper
Simple Stories Title Sticker
Ranger Texture Paste
Smooch Liquid Inks

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Monday, August 27, 2018

Sketches in Thyme REVEAL #338 - Never Stop Looking Up

 Photo of DD Michelle's family visiting Mount Rushmore, July 2018.

I used -
Pinkfresh Studio 'Escape the Ordinary' pp's, Chip Accents
Tim Holtz 'Burlap' Stencil
Heidi Swapp Texture Paste
Echo Park Enamel Dots

 This is my REVEAL for Sketches in Thyme #338.

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Sunday, August 26, 2018

Lasting Memories #410 REVEAL - #Riding Bikes!

This is my example for this week's Challenge #410 at Lasting Memories to use bikes on your layout. Come play along! 
 Photo of me riding along the Ohio River, June 2016.

I used -
Bo Bunny 'Petal Lane' pp's
Fancy Pants, American Crafts Thickers
KaiserCraft Bike Diecut
Prima Flowers, Leaves
Doodlebug Doilies

Catching up on this June 15th sketch by Let's Get Sketchy. 

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Saturday, August 25, 2018

Good Times Ahead

Sweet photo of grandkids Lucy, Marcus, and Kellan at Anna Maria Island, June 2018.

I used -
Bella Blvd. 'Illustrated Faith All People All Nations' pp's
Pinkfresh Studio Chipboard Accents
Tim Holtz 'Stitches' Stencil
Heidi Swapp Texture Paste
Carta Bella Enamel Dots
Fancy Pants Tags

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Friday, August 24, 2018

Good Life

Photos of DD Michelle's family at Anna Maria Island, June 2018.

I used -
Simple Stories 'Bliss' pp's, Chipboard Accents
American Crafts '+' Thickers
Fancy Pants Journal Tag

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#Party on the Sunshine!

 Photos of DH and I along with DD Marla and sweet grandkids Brady and Kaylee on our Carnival Sunshine Cruise, July 2018. We got matching shirts that say, "Party on the Sunshine" along with the different ports we visited, the date, and our names.

I used -
Graphic 45 'Sun kissed' pp's
Fancy Pants Puffy Alphas, Tag
October Afternoon Mini-Alphas
Echo Park, Simple Stories Stickers
KaiserCraft Journal Tag

Catching up on this July Sketch #156 from Sketch N Scrap. 

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Tuesday, August 21, 2018

Find Me Under the Sun

 Photos of DGD Makaylee at Myrtle Beach, SC. (July 2016)

I used -
Photoplay 'Those Summer Days' pp's, Stickers
Tim Holtz 'Speckles' Stencil
Heidi Swapp Texture Paste
Echo Park Enamel Dots

Catching up on this July 15th Sketch from My Creative Scrapbook. 

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Sunday, August 19, 2018

Bon Voyage

 This was for Lasting Memories REVEAL Challenge #409
to use boats, ships, etc.  on your layout. 

We took an amazing Cruise aboard the Carnival Sunshine with DD Marla and grandkids Kaylee and Brady, July 2018.

I used -
KaiserCraft 'Beach Shack' pp's, Diecuts
Fancy Pants Journal Tag
Lilac Lane Sequins
Smooch Liquid Inks
TCW, Tim Holtz Stencils
Ranger Texture Paste

This is for the August 15th Challenge CSI Case File No. 260
based on following. I was inspired to use...

EVIDENCE
    Solid white background
    Stripes
    Anchor
    Travel-themed elements
    Transportation
   
 TESTIMONY (JOURNALING IDEAS)
    Topic: Document a trip, vacation, getaway, daytrip, outing, etc.
    Inspiration Words: escape

I was also inspired by the Color Scheme to use the following...
 THE SCHEME
    127.214.233 – sky blue
    59.90.144 – navy
    255.255.251- white
    247.221.146 – butter yellow

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Thursday, August 16, 2018

#1 Player!


Photos of sweet DGD Kaylee playing softball for her Jr. High School Team, April 2016.

I used -
Various Patterned Paper Scraps
Elle's Studio Journal Card
Karen Foster, Simple Stories Stickers
Echo Park, Eyelet Outlet Enamel Dots

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Hippity Hoppity

 Photos of sweet grandson Nate on Easter 2016.

I used -
Echo Park 'Hello Easter' pp's, Stickers
Carta Bella Enamel Dots

Catching up on this July sketch by Rochelle Spears. 

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Great Catch!

 Photos of oldest DGD Kaylee playing 3rd base on her School Softball Team, March 2016.

I used -
Simple Stories 'Softball' pp's, Stickers
Amy Tangerine Foam Numbers
Darice Softball Stickers
Mambi Title Tag

Based on this August Sketch #336 from Sketches in Thyme. 

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Monday, August 13, 2018

Happiness is Here With You

 Photos of DH and I and the meal we had at the Japanese Steakhouse at our resort in Punta Cana, DR. (December 2017)

I used -
Pink Paislee 'Moonstruck' pp's, Diecuts
Petaloo, Prima Flowers
Doodlebug Brads

Based on this August JumpStart Sketch from The ScrapRoom. 

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Sweet Adorable You

 Sweet photo of grandkids Marcus and Lucy cuddling while sleeping on their May 2018 Cruise.

I used -
American Crafts 'Dear Lizzy Stay Colorful' pp's, Sticker
Basic Grey, Fancy Pants Alphas
Pinkfresh Studio Puffy Hearts
Elle's Studio Journal Card
Simple Stories Washi Tape
Recollections Doilies
Prima Paper Flowers
Bella 'Love' Diecut

Based on this August Freaky Fast Formula from
The ScrapRoom. 

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Living the Dream

 Photos of DD and her family visiting Sioux Falls, SD. (July 2018)

I used -
Couture Creations 'Sea Breeze' Background Paper
KaiserCraft 'Beach Shack', 'Havana Nights' pp's, Diecuts
Pink Paislee Diecuts, Sequins

Based on this August 1st Sketch from Let's Get Sketchy. 

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Sunday, August 12, 2018

Lasting Memories #408 REVEAL - Oh the Places You'll Go

The theme this month at Lasting Memories is Transportation and this week's Challenge #408 is to use hot air balloons. I bet you have some of those accents or papers in your stash so go use them! 

 While on our July 2018 Cruise grandkids Kaylee and Brady flew kites at The Fort at San Juan, Puerto Rico.

I used -
My Mind's Eye 'Lucky in Love' pp's, Diecuts
Tim Holtz 'Speckles' Stencil
Simple Stories Washi Tape
Heidi Swapp Texture Paste
Authentique Title Tag
Pink Paislee Sequins

This is for the August Sketch Challenge at Stick it Down. 

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Saturday, August 11, 2018

Smile

 Photo of DD Michelle with her 3 kids Kellan, Lucy, and Marcus on vacation at Anna Maria Island, June 2018.

I used -
Pebbles 'Patio Party' pp's, Diecuts, Puffy Word
Echo Park, Eyelet Outlet Enamel Dots

Based on this sketch by Susan Stringfellow. 

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Happy Birthday

 Photos of sweet grandson Kellan on his 7th birthday opening gifts, May 2018.

I used -
Echo Park 'Happy Birthday Boy' pp's, Stickers
American Crafts Puffy Thickers

Based on this August PageMap. 

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Sunday, August 5, 2018

Merry Adventure


Photos of DH and I and the train transportation at our resort at Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. (October 2016)

I used -
Bo Bunny 'Fa La La' pp
Crate Paper 'Here & There' Diecuts
My Mind's Eye Chipboard Accents
Am. Crafts Shimelle Train Diecut
Carta Bella Enamel Dots

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A Day at the Beach

Photos of DH and grandson Brady playing in the black sand beach at St. Kitts on our July 2018 Cruise.

I used -
Carta Bella 'Summer Splash' pp's, Chipboard Accents, Enamel Dots
Doodlebug Alpha Stickers

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Lasting Memories #407 REVEAL - Fly Away

Photos of DH and I on our flight home from Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
(October 2016)

I used old stash -
October Afternoon 'Travel Girl' pp's
Crate Paper 'Here & There' Diecuts
Pinkfresh Studio Alphas
Neat & Tangled Sequins
KaiserCraft Diecuts

This is my example for Challenge #407 REVEAL at Lasting Memories 
to 'use airplanes'. 

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