Family Love

Photo of DD Marla with her 2 kids Brady and Kaylee, October 2016.

I used -
Simple Stories 'I Am' pp's, Stickers, Washi Tape
American Crafts Thickers
Tim Holtz 'Speckles' Stencil
Ranger Texture Paste

This is based on the September 1st Sketch

from Let's Get Sketchy.

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My Little Monster

Photo of Mom with her little doggie Moo Moo. I used that title because every time I go visit, Moo Moo barks and barks and barks. He is so protective of her! They were dressed for Halloween to pass out the candy. (October 2016) Finally, the last time I visited he barked for about a minute and then came right over and sat on the couch beside me.

I used various paper scraps.
Simple Stories Chipboard Monster
Doodlebug Washi Tape
Echo Park Stickers

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Lasting Memories REVEAL #415 - Fall Color

Our theme for October is - October Events 

Today's challenge #415 is all about the harvest. Show us a layout about your harvest or your favorite plants, flowers, etc.

Here's my REVEAL...

One of our Fall traditions is to buy Mums from DGD Kaylee's softball team, then we get to go to our local market and pick out which plants we want. (September 2018)

I used -
Photoplay 'Fall Breeze' pp's, Stickers
Echo Park, Eyelet Outlet, Prima Enamel Dots
Elle's Studio Journal Card
Pebbles Corrugated Alphas

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Pools Rule

 Photos of grandson Marcus and Brady at the pool, June 2018.

I used -
Fancy Pants 'Pool Side' pp's
Carta Bella Chipboard Title, Washi Tape
Elle's Studio Journal Card
Doodlebug Sequins
Queen & Co. Brads
Misc. Vellum

Based on Sketch #160 from Sketch N Scrap. 

This is also for the September 1st Challenge at

Scrap Our Stash to use a grid and vellum or a transparency. 

My pale blue vellum is another layer under the grid of photos.

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Remember...

 Photo of the gorgeous pool at our Gran Bahia Ambar Blue Resort at Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. (December 2017)

I used -
Pebbles 'Patio Party' pp's, Diecuts
Eyelet Outlet, Prima Enamel Dots
Basic Grey Alpha Stickers
Elle's Studio Journal Card

This is for the September 1st Challenge 

at Rochelle Spear's Blog based on the following sketch and using polka dot paper.  

This is also for Stacy's Blog Challenge inspired by the following and I used the lyrics "Remember..." for my title. 

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Happy Little Moments

 Photos of some of the towel animals our room steward left each day on our July 2018 Cruise.

I used -
Crate Paper 'Maggie Holmes Willow Lane' pp's, Stickers
Elle's Studio Journal Card
Tim Holtz 'Burlap' Stencil
Ranger Texture Paste
Rusty Pickle Buttons

This is for the September 15th Blend-A-Sketch Challenge  

at Scrap Our Stash. From the 1st sketch I used the basic design and 3 photos and from the second sketch I used the banner strip detail, but turned it sideways under my photos. I also used 7 buttons.

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I Woof U

 Photos of DGD Lucy crawling through the doggie door to show her dog Bo how to do it. It took him awhile to catch on. (September 2018)

I used -
Photoplay 'pp's, Stickers
My Mind's Eye Journal Card
Fancy Pants Puffy Hearts
Doodlebug Sequins

Based on this September 16th Sketch from Citrus Twist.

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Relax

Photos of the gorgeous beach at Cancun, Mexico. (October 2017)

I used -
Authentique 'Sea-Maiden' pp's
Doodlebug, Pink Paislee Sequins
My Mind's Eye Chipboard Accents
American Crafts Thickers
Elle's Studio Journal Card
KaiserCraft Diecuts
Prima Flower

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Pure Joy & Happiness Found Here

 Photo of our room at the Catalonia Privileged Maroma Resort at Cancun, Mexico. (October 2017)

I used -
Carta Bella 'Spring Market' pp's, Stickers
October Afternoon Tiny Alphas
American Crafts Puffy Numbers
Elle's Studio Journal Card
Neat & Tangled Sequins
Rusty Pickle Buttons

Based on this September JumpStart Sketch from The ScrapRoom. 

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Sketches in Thyme #342 REVEAL - Happy Birthday

This is my REVEAL for Sketch #342 from Sketches in Thyme. 

Hope you'll come play along! 

 Photo of all the grandkids at grandson Brady's 11th birthday, October 2017.

I used -
Simple Stories 'Lil Dude' Papers
Echo Park 'Happy Birthday' Stickers
Tim Holtz 'bubble wrap' Stencil
Heidi Swapp Texture Paste
Pebbles Cupcake Diecut

  

Based on this September Sketch #342 from Sketches in Thyme. 

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Christmas Joy

Photos of sweet granddaughter Makaylee opening her Christmas gifts, Dec. 2017.

I used -
My Mind's Eye 'Jingle All the Way' pp's, Stickers
Heidi Grace Journal Tag
The Paper Studio Flowers
Doodlebug Sequins

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My Favorite Flowers

 Photos of some of my favorite Summer flowers, August 2018.

I used -
Jillibean Soup 'Mushroom Medley' pp's 
Tim Holtz 'Faded Dot' Stencil
Simple Stories Heart Stickers
Ranger Texture Paste
Prima Flowers, Jewels
Doodlebug Alphas
Wilton Doilies

This is for the The Scraproom Facebook Challenge, based on the sketch below and using the theme of 'favorite things'. 

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Back to School

 Photos of our sweet oldest granddaughter Makaylee on her first day as a Junior, August 2018.

I used -
My Mind's Eye 'Bliss' pp's, Enamel Dots
October Afternoon Tiny Alphas
Tim Holtz 'Speckles' Stencil
Ranger Texture Paste
Maya Road Clocks
Prima Flower

This is for CSI Case File No. 261 from the

Colors, Stories, Inspiration Blog."Back to School" Theme.

 I was inspired by the following...

 EVIDENCE
    Solid white background
    Ledger paper print
    Clock
    School-themed element
    Numbers
    Ink

TESTIMONY (JOURNALING IDEAS)
    Topic: Document something about school

THE SCHEME
    255.255.255 - Bright white
    205.222.204 - Sage green
    125.147.145 -Dark sage green
    248.189.173 – coral
    233.49.57 – candy apple red

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There's No Better Day Than a Snow Day

 Photos of grandson Brady and DH out shoveling snow, January 2018.

I used -
Carta Bella 'Snow Fun', 'All Bundled Up' pp's, Diecuts
The Paper Studio Snowman Jewels
Tim Holtz 'Faded Dot' Stencil
Bo Bunny Journal Card
Ranger Texture Paste

This is for The ScrapRoom Throwback Sketch Challenge at Facebook. 

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Always Take the Scenic Route

Photos of DH and I and our walking path at our resort at Cancun, Mexico. (October 2017)

I used -
October Afternoon 'Travel Girl' pp's
Echo Park, Photoplay Stickers
Bo Bunny Paper Flowers
Doodlebug Sequins
Petaloo Flowers

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Crafty

Photo of part of my Primitive Doll Display from 2001. This is what I used to do before scrapping came along. I designed and stitched primitive ragdolls and various items from vintage quilts.

I used various patterned paper scraps.
Doodlebug Alphas, Doily, Sequins
Prima Flowers

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Bikini Kind of Life

Photos of sweet granddaughter Lucy enjoying the water sprays at the pool, June 2018.

I used -
Pinkfresh Studio 'Dream On' pp's, Rubber Chip, Leather Accents
Carta Bella, My Mind's Eye Enamel Dots
Photoplay Sticker Accents
Crate Paper Watercolors

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Little Moments, Big Memories

Photos of sweet grandkids Sydney and her youngest brother Travis, August 2018.

I used -
American Crafts 'Amy Tangerine Shine On' pp's
Prima Flowers, Enamel Shapes
Basic Grey Alpha Stickers
Elle's Studio Phrase Card
Fancy Pants Journal Tag

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#1 Baseball Player!

 Photos of grandson Brady playing baseball, May 2018.

I used -
Simple Stories 'Baseball' pp's, Stickers
Echo Park 'Baseball' Sticker
Pinkfresh Studio Puffy Alphas
The Paper Studio Tags

Based on this Becky Fleck Sketch.

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Forever Friends

 Photo of sweet granddaughter Lucy and her dog Bo. (May 2018)

I used -
Pebbles 'Patio Party' pp's, Diecuts
Echo Park, Prima Enamel Shapes
Pinkfresh Studio Puffy Hearts
Elle's Studio Journal Card

This is for Case File No. 262 at the

CSI: Colors, Stories, Inspiration Blog.  

 I was inspired by the following...

EVIDENCE
Floral print
Stripes
Dots
Dog
Flowers
Hearts
Scallops
Buttons

TESTIMONY
Topic: Document your pet or another animal.

THE SCHEME
240.69.148 – fuchsia
189.208.57 – chartreuse
255.255.255 – bright white
255.241.22 – lemon yellow
9.9.7 - black

Based on this September 9th Sketch from Citrus Twist. 

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Never Lose Your Sense of Wonder

 Photo of grandkids Kellan, Lucy, and Marcus enjoying the hammock at Labadee, Haiti on their May 2018 Cruise.

I used -
Pinkfresh Studio 'Simple & Sweet' pp's, Puffy Accents
Carta Bella, Echo Park Enamel Dots
Miscellaneous Inks

This is for the September Challenge at Pinkfresh Studios

inspired by the colors in the image and 

I lifted the Design Team Layout below.

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Lasting Memories REVEAL #414 - Pre-K

 We have a 'Mixed Bag' Theme this month. This week we have a Color challenge. You must use at least 3 of the colors below on your layout. 

You can use more, but you must use at least 3.

Come play along here...

Challenge #414

Here's my take using most of the colors.

 

Photos of sweet little grandson Evan on his first day of Pre-K. (August 2018)

I used -
Photoplay 'Real Genius' pp's
October Afternoon Stickers
Echo Park, Eyelet Outlet Enamel Dots
Elle's Studio Journal Card
Jenni Bowlin Bingo Cards

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Lasting Memories REVEAL #413 - Enjoy the Journey

We have a 'Mixed Bag' Theme this month.
Good things come in three's - use 3 pattern papers, 3 embellishments - can be all the same or all different, and 3 photos.

 Sweet photos of grandson Marcus overlooking The Fort at Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. (May 2018 Cruise)

I used -
Carta Bella 'Spring Market' pp's, Stickers
Pinkfresh Studio Puffy Stars
Webster's Pages Journal Card
Prima Flowers

Catching up on August Sketch #158 from Sketch N Scrap. 

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Lasting Memories REVEAL #412 - #OMG#Hamilton#Love

We have a 'Mixed Bag' Theme this month.
Today we have an Either/Or Challenge - listed below are 5 sets of 2 items. You must pick one of the items from each set - not both (for a total of 5 items) and include it on your layout:
stripes or polka dots
circles or squares
wood veneer or washi tape
enamel dots or sequins
hearts or stars

I used:

  stripes
circles (buttons)
 washi tape
 sequins
hearts

 Photos of sweet granddaughter Sydney who was just thrilled she got to go see Hamilton this Summer at The Kennedy Center. (July 2018) I'll have her do the journaling.

I used -
Prima 'Julie Netting From Where I Stand' pp's
American Crafts Glitter Washi Tape
Doodlebug Alpha Stickers, Sequins
Elle's Studio Journal Card
Simple Stories Stickers
Rusty Pickle Buttons

Based on this May PageMap. 

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Lasting Memories REVEAL #411 - Beach Fun

We have a 'Mixed Bag' Theme this month. 

Since Labor Day is tomorrow and it is the "unofficial" end to summer, create a summer themed layout and include the word "fun" on your layout - this can be in the title, in your journaling, or on your embellishments.

 Photo of sweet grandson Marcus playing at Mr. Sanchez's Beach at Cozumel, Mexico. (May 2017)

I used -
American Crafts 'Amy Tangerine Shine On' pp's
Carta Bella, Echo Park Enamel Dots
Pinkfresh Studio Puffy Alphas
Doodlebug Alpha Stickers
Carta Bella Stickers
Elle's Studio PL Card

Based on this August 12th Sketch by Citrus Twist. 

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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

Based on this September 1st Sketch from Sketches in Thyme. 

Come play along! 

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