Happy Holidays Frame

Group photo of my adorable grandkids this Christmas.

 

This is for the Got Scraps Challenge over at The ScrapRoom Blog. 

 

I used The ScrapRoom December Kit -
Simple Stories 'Handmade Holiday' pp's, diecuts
My Mind's Eye Brads, Chipboard Buttons, Deco. Pins
Studio Calico Wooden Tree
Basic Grey Banner, Flair Badge
Baker's Twine
Tattered Angels Glimmer Mist...Scarlet, Honey Dew

 

Thanks For Looking!

Sounds of the Season

Photos of DGD Kaylee's first Christmas concert. She plays a clarinet, Dec. 4th.

 

Based on the December Sketch  at The ScrapRoom Blog.

I used The ScrapRoom Dec. Kit -
My Mind's Eye 'All is Bright' pp's, chipboard accents, buttons, brads
October Afternoon Alphas
Studio Calico Wooden Trees, Camera
Am. Crafts Arrow
Basic Grey Banner
Baker's Twine

 

Thanks for Looking!

Favorite Holiday Memories

Photos of sweet grandson Marcus from last December.

 

This is for the December "Wrap It Up" challenge #12. over at the Apron Strings blog.  I was inspired by the color combo of the image.

 

Based on a December PageMap.

 



I used -
Simple Stories 'Handmade Holiday' pp's, diecuts, Journal Tag
Studio Calico Wooden Camera
My Mind's Eye Brad

 

Thanks for Looking!

Christmas Cookies

This is for the December "Wrap It Up" Challenge #11  over at the Apron Strings blog. Based on the image I was inspired by the colors as well as the theme. I pulled out some photos of my DGD Kaylee making Christmas Cookies from last year.

 

Based on a December PageMap.

 

I used -
Crate 'Sleigh Ride' pp's, diecuts, journal tags, Vellum/Sequin Bell
October Afternoon Buttons, Alphas
My Mind's Eye Brads
Baker's Twine

 

Thanks for Looking!

The Joy of My Heart

Photos of sweet grandkids Lucy and Marcus just before their school program last Christmas.

 

This is for the December "Wrap It Up" Challenge #8,  over at the Apron Strings blog.  Based on the goodie box image I was inspired by the theme, colors, and all the goodies which I represented with brads.

 

I used -
My Mind's Eye 'All Is Bright' pp's, Diecut, Brads
Basic Grey 'Aspen Frost' Mini Envelope, Banner
October Afternoon Alphas
Tim Holtz Paper Clip
Petaloo Flower
Baker's Twine

 

Thanks for Looking!

Christmas Elf

Christmas Elf

 

This is for the December "Wrap It Up" Challenge #6 over at the Apron Strings blog. Based on the image I was inspired by the theme, colors, and all the snowflakes.

 

Photos of my oldest grandson Brady helping to decorate our tree. The first thing he does is put on the Santa hat and stocking for his boots, Nov. 23rd.

 

Based on Sketch Inspiration #350.

 

I used the Simple Stories 'Handmade Holiday' line.

 

Thanks for Looking!

More Projects with BackPorch Memories

Here are two more layouts and a holiday journal that I used the BackPorch Memories Solo Kit on. If you haven't checked out their kits you should really take a peek here!

 

Merry Christmas (Santa)

Photos of grandkids Marcus, Kellan, and Lucy visiting Santa last Christmas.

 

Family Joy

Photos from our family dinner last Christmas.

 

Holiday Joy Journal

I made this to keep all our special moments recorded from the holidays.

 

Thanks so much for looking!

BackPorch Memories Guest Designer

I'm so excited to share with you that I got to be the December Guest Designer for BackPorch Memories. You can check out their site and kits here. I got to work with the Solo kit and it was filled with Fancy Pants 'Home for Christmas' papers and embellishments. Here are just a couple of the layouts I scrapped with the kit.

 

Merry Christmas

Group photo of all the grandkids last Christmas.

 

Christmas Clues

Photos of the grandkids reading their clues and searching for their Christmas stockings. They all love this tradition.

 

Thanks for looking and check back tomorrow for a few more projects with this wonderful kit!

Moo!

I'm glad that one of my grandsons has a birthday near Halloween. The grandkids can all get together and dress up in their costumes. This is my youngest grandson Kellan.

 

I used -
My Mind's eye 'Mischievous' pp's, chipboard accents, brads
American Crafts Chipboard Alphas
Baker's Twine

 

Thanks for Looking!

A Beautiful Day

Photos of my grandsons playing outside last week. It was just beautiful here.

 

Based on Sketch Inspiration #349. 

 

I used the Farmhouse Paper 'Market Square Barbershop' line.

 

Thanks For Looking!

Go Team!

Photos of DGD Kaylee cheering for the boys' basketball team, Nov. 2011.

 

This is for the December "Wrap It Up" Challenge #4 over at the Apron Strings blog, based on the PageMap shown there.

 

I used the Apron Strings Nov. Kit -
Jillibean Soup 'Country Pumpkin' pp's, journal tag
Studio Calico Wooden Camera
Bazzill, Prima Flowers
Doodlebug Alphas
Baker's Twine

 

Thanks For Looking!

All Bundled Up!

Photos of grandson Brady out sledding, Feb. 2012.

 

This is for the December "Wrap It Up" Challenge #3 over at the Apron Strings Blog.   Based on the image I had every intention of making a cute little button snowman, but got sidetracked and used a chipboard snowman. I used some baker's twine too!

 

I used one of my all-time favorite lines-
Little Yellow Bicycle 'Winter Twig' pp's, chip accents, journal tag, diecut
American Crafts Buttons
SEI Teal Ink
Baker's Twine

Thanks for Looking!

Love and Peace

DS's sweet family last Christmas.

 

This is for the December "Wrap It Up" Challenge #2 over at the Apron Strings Blog. I used the colors of the image plus found a strip of plaid paper (as in the image) that I placed on the right side. 

 

I used -
Basic Grey 'Jovial' and 'Wassail' pp's
Maya Road Chipboard Words
Echo Park Brads
Fancy Pants Journal Paper
Studio Calico Wooden Camera
Prima Flowers

 

Thanks for Looking!

Sled Skiing?

We didn't get much snow at all this year, hardly enough to even cover up the grass but the kids tried. Here Kaylee's being a dare devil by skiing on her sled....hmmm.....LOL (Feb. 12th)

 

This is for the December "Wrap It Up" #1 Challenge over at the Apron Strings blog.  Based on the image I was inspired to scrap some snowy photos. I also used glitter alphas and Crystal Stickles on the Snowflakes.

 

I used -
Little Yellow Bicycle 'Winter Twig' pp's, chip accents, journal tag, diecuts, flag
American Crafts Glitter Alphas, Button
SEI Teal Ink
Baker's Twine

 

Thanks for Looking!

Score!

Photos of grandson Nate at soccer last Fall.

 

I used -
Little Yellow Bicycle 'Escape' pp's, diecuts, journal tag
Am. Crafts Fabric Alphas
Studio Calico Wooden Camera
Lil' Davis Ribbon
Misc. Brads, Washi Tape

 

Thanks for Looking!

Echo Park For the Record 2 'Tailored'

Just Dance

Photos of my grandkids doing their favorite thing! Just Dance on the Wii, Jan. 2012.

 

Valentine's Pancakes

Photos of sweet grandkids Nate and Sydney enjoying making their special pancakes for Valentines.

Thanks for Looking!

Our Boy

Photos of grandson Marcus from last Fall.

 

I used the My Mind's Eye 'The Sweetest Thing Blue Bell' line.

 

Thanks for Looking!

Sweetie Pie

Photos of DGD Kaylee helping to make some fudge for last Christmas.
I often call her my Sweetie or Sweetie Pie. LOL

 

Based on a November PageMap.

 

I used the October Afternoon 'Cakewalk' line.

 

Thanks for Looking!

Good For One Free Smile

Photos of my youngest DGD Lucy from Cocoa Beach, June 2012.

 

I used the BackPorch Memories Sept Kit -
My Mind's Eye 'The Sweetest Thing Blue Bell' pp's, title card, epoxy dots
Little Yellow Bicycle Deco. Pins
Pink Paislee Journal Paper
Prima Flowers
Doodlebug Brads
Baker's Twine

 

Thanks For Looking!

Laughter & Smiles

Photos of youngest DGD Lucy doing her favorite thing....swinging!

 

Based on The ScrapRoom Blog November Sketch.

 

I used -
Authentique 'Splendid' pp's, diecuts, Tiny Alphas
American Crafts Foam Alphas
Tim Holtz Deco. Pins
Petaloo Flowers
Baker's Twine
Washi Tape
Misc. Pearls

 

Thanks for Looking!

Go Team!

Photo of DGD Sydney with some of her Soccer friends last Fall.

 

I used the Little Yellow Bicycle 'Escape' line, Pink Paislee Journal Paper, Am. Crafts Chipboard Alphas, Basic Grey Layered Stickers, Baker's Twine.

 

Thanks for Looking!

Adventure-Explore-Escape

Photos of DH and I at Pigeon Island, St. Kitts, Cruise Nov. 2011.

 

I used -
Little Yellow Bicycle 'Escape' pp's, diecuts, flags, tape strip, journal tag
Studio Calico Wooden Boat
Baker's Twine

 

Thanks for Looking!

Puzzle Master

Photos of sweet DGD Kaylee making a puzzle, another thing I love to do.

 

I used the Jillibean Soup 'Grandma Lima Bean' line.

 

Thanks for Looking! 

Way To Go!

Photos of grandson Nathan at soccer last Fall.

 

I used -
Fancy Pants 'Little Sport' pp's
Basic Grey Popped Accents
American Crafts Brads
Baker's Twine
Misc. Journal Tag

 

Thanks for Looking!

Antigua Shopping

Photos of the marketplace at Antiqua from our Fall Cruise 2011.

 

Based on Sketch Inspiration #346.

 

I used -
Jillibean Soup 'Grandma Lima Bean' pp's, diecuts
October Afternoon Alphas
Petaloo Flowers
Am. Crafts Brads
Baker's Twine

 

Thanks for Looking!

My Calming Place

Photos of DH and I, Cocoa Beach, FL June 2012.

 

Quote says...Sometimes I just have to stop and play alittle catch up so I can remember the good times.

 

I used the last of one of my favorite lines -
My Mind's Eye Follow Your Heart 'Be Amazing'

 

Thanks for Looking!

Merry Christmas

This is for the 'Rake Up' Challenge #9 over at the Apron Strings Blog.  I was inspired by the theme and found these flowers with the frosted centers.

 

I used -
Authentique 'Festive' pp's, diecuts
Maya Road Chipboard Words
Smooch Ink 'Siren'
Making Memories Flowers/Leaves
Tim Holtz Deco. Pins
LYB Journal Paper
The Paper Studio Brads
Baker's Twine

 

Thanks For Looking!

Fall Weiner Roast

Photos of DH with grandson Nate roasting hotdogs, Oct. 2012.

 

I used the Simple Stories 'Harvest Lane' line.

 

This is for the 'Rake Up' Challenge #8 over at the Apron Strings blog. I was inspired by the Fall theme and colors.

 

Thanks for Looking!

Look at You!

      Another Funky Scan! Sorry!}

Photo of sweet DGD Lucy wearing her Momma's glasses.

 

I used some older stash. YAY!

Basic Grey 'Eskimo Kisses' line.

 

This is for the 'Rake Up Challenge #3' over at the Apron Strings Blog. I was inspired by the soft blues of the inspiration. I also used some snowy papers as the inspiration has a big snowflake.

 

Thanks for Looking!

Fall Play

{Sorry the background color is a bit off in the scan!}

 

This is for 'Rake Up Challenge #5' over at the Apron Strings blog. I was inspired by the colors of the inspiration as well as the banner. This is also helping me use up some photos from last Fall which was on my 'goals list'.

 

I used the Simple Stories 'Harvest Lane' line.

 

Thanks for Looking!

Swing!

Photos of sweet grandson Marcus enjoying a slushie while swinging.

Catching up on some 'Rake Up Challenges' over at the Apron String Blog. This I based on the inspiration for Challenge #7.

 

I used  -
LilyBee 'Persnickity' pp's
Echo Park Journal Tag
Am. Crafts Felt Alphas, Speech Bubble
Tim Holtz Paper Clip

 

Thanks for Looking!

Sweet Princess

Sweet photos of DGD Lucy with her basket of hair goodies. She loves brushing her hair.

Based on Sketchabilities #76.

I used the LilyBee 'Persnickity' line, KI Memories and Am. Crafts Alphas, Petaloo Flowers, Making Memories Button Brads, and Baker's Twine.

Thanks for Looking!

You Rock!

Photos of sweet DGDs Kaylee and Sydney on the computer, Sept. 2012.

Based on Sketchabilities #77.

I used the LilyBee 'Persnickity' line, Am. Crafts Speech Bubble, Mister Huey's Pumpkin Mist, Petaloo Flower, and Baker's Twine.

 

Thanks For Looking!

Our Blessings

Photos of my little grandsons from last Thanksgiving.

Based on Sketch Inspiration #343.

I used the Bella Blvd. 'Thankful' line.

This is for the Rake Up Challenge #2 over at the Apron Strings Blog, based on the Fall colors.

Thanks for Looking!

I Love Fall

Photos of grandson Brady last Fall. He loves being outside.

Based on a September PageMap.

I used the Simple Stories 'Harvest Lane' line. 

Thanks for Looking!

Sweet Brothers

Photos of sweet grandsons Marcus and Kellan, Nov. 2011.

Left some space for their Momma to journal.

Based on an October PageMap.

I used the American Crafts 'Ready-Set-Go' line. 

Thanks For Looking!

The Big Prize

Photos of grandkids Sydney and Nate. They won the big Easter basket at the park egg hunt, April 2012.

I used the American Crafts 'Ready Set Go' line. 

Thanks for Looking!

Love Life and Life Will Love You Back!

Photos of sweet DGD Lucy playing out back, April 2012.

Based on a PageMap.

I used the Bella Blvd. 'Thankful' line. 

This is for Croptober Challenge #18 Apron Strings Blog. I was inspired by the inspiration image to pull out lots of light blues and use the cotton trim. 

Thanks for Looking!

Vampiress

Photos of DGD Kaylee last Halloween.

I used a mix of My Mind's Eye and Echo Park papers.

 

This is for Croptober Challenge #17 over at the Apron Strings Blog, based on the inspiration.

 

Thanks for Looking!

Decorating Cookies

Photos of DGD Kaylee decorating Christmas cookies, Dec. 2011.

I used the Bella Blvd. 'Thankful' line.

This is for Croptober Challenge #16 over at the Apron Strings Blog, based on the colors of the image below.

Thanks for Looking!

It's A Party!

Photos of youngest DGD Lucy's 3rd birthday party, March 2012.

This is for Croptober Challenge #15 over at the Apron Strings Blog, based on the PageMap below.

 

I used the Apron Strings August Kit, the October Afternoon 'Cakewalk' line.

Thanks for Looking!

Birthday Fun at the Jumpy House

A 2-pager for DGD Lucy at the jumpy house for her birthday, March 2012.

Based on a September PageMap.

I used the Jillibean Soup 'Grandma's Lima Bean line, Queen & Co. Diamond Bling, Little Yellow Bicycle Deco. Pins, and Lily Bee and American Crafts Alphas.

Thanks for Looking!

Mario Trick or Treats

Photos of grandson Nate in his Mario costume, Oct. 2011.

I used the Bella Blvd. 'Thankful' line. 

This is for Croptober Challenge #14 over at the Apron Strings Blog. I was inspired by the colors and theme of the inspiration image.

Thanks for Looking!

Bat Girl

Photo of DGD Sydney trick or treating, Oct. 2011.

Based on an October PageMap.

This is for Croptober Challenge #13 over at the Apron Strings Blog. I was inspired by the colors of the image as well as using baker's twine and I distressed the paper edges.

I used the My Mind's Eye 'Mischievous' line, American Crafts Chip Alphas, Jillibean Soup Journal Tag, My Mind's Eye and Queen & Co. Brads, We R Washi Tape, and Baker's Twine.

 

Thanks for Looking!