Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Easy Photo Ribbon Bookmarks Tutorial

I've got a quick and oh so easy photo ribbon bookmark tutorial for you on the May Arts Blog.    




I used this Scotch laminator that comes with everything you need to make dozens of these as fun gifts from teacher to student or a cute way to encourage little readers to open that book and get reading.  Great stocking stuffers too! (never too early to plan ahead for those fun photos).

Complete list and many more bookmarks on the May Arts blog.  Don't forget to leave a comment there.  :-)


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WOYWW195

I've been doing some spring cleaning while DH is away.  It feels good to clear out the dust and papers that accumulate.  While I was recovering from my bout of the stomach flu, I decided to do a little purging in the craft studio. 

My neighbors are moving 4 states away.  That makes my heart sad.   I will miss the kids and our game and craft times, their happy dogs..and cats..and turtle..and mouse.  At any rate, I boxed up all kinds of goodies and sneaked them over to mom so she can pack them as a surprise for the kids to help ease the transition.  That left me with this:




A little shocking to see it so neat but oh how happy it makes me!  I kept only the things I know I will use.  I've ordered 6 more of those wonderful little Sparco Cubes and one more X-Cube.  Hurry, they're on sale!

Look what I found for the floor...I LOVE it!  I fell in love with it right away and it's so impractical because it's wool but it was a great price and it makes me happy so I put my normally practical brain on hold and went for it.



See those nice organized shelves below my work surface.  For those of you who may not know, I have IKEA self standing kitchen cabinets for my work room...I'm a stand up crafter although I do use a bar stool to sit on when I color.  I wanted to be able to take them with me if we move in the future. 

Now, it's time for you to hop on over to Julia's Stamping Ground.  You'll find lots of crafty, sewing, and other assorted workdesks to visit all over the world. 

And don't forget to scroll down for the giveaway scheduled for Friday.  ;-)

Happy WOYWW195!


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Monday, February 25, 2013

Teapot Tuesday -what goes around..

Yay!..I had time to play the Teapot Tuesday Challenge (MMTPT239) this week.  The requirements were to use pink and green and have a round element on your card.  I decided to see if I could stay CAS and still keep to the requirements.  Round wreath, round flowers, round dots...round and round and round.


I think it feels happy and spring like.  I hope the teapotter who gets it likes it too. Anyone can play so just pop over and join in.

Supplies:
Cardstock - Neenah; Stampin' Up
Stamps - Papertrey Ink
Ink - Fresh Ink

Don't forget to scroll down...I've got a quick little giveaway goin' on.

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Sunday, February 24, 2013

Clean & Simple Monday & a Giveaway

Yeah...we're finally all out of the sick bed and eating regular food.  I don't want to see another bowl of Jello for a loooooog time!  Now to hide those 5 lbs. I lost so they don't come back...under the bed maybe?

Thanks for the well wishes and emails, you made my day.

This week's CAS challenge (CAS209) on SplitCoastStampers is a Featured Stamper Challenge.  Up is the amazing gallery of simplybeautiful.

Here is my take on this bright and beautiful card:


And to thank you all for hanging in there while we all got well, I've got a little thank you gift for someone.


How about some pretty butterflies of your own?  Just leave me a comment and I'll randomly choose a winner on Friday.

Supplies:
Cardstock - Neenah; Papertrey Ink
Stamps - Papertrey Ink Beautiful Blessings
Ink - Versafine
Other - stick on pears


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Tuesday, February 19, 2013

New May Arts Team and 2 Giveaways



There's big news on the May Arts blog and you're going to want to hop over and get in the giveaways.  I'll be back with some May Arts goodness soon.  So proud and happy to remain a part of this awesome team!


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Time out

Sorry for the long absence.  We're fighing the stomach flu here at our house.  As soon as the symptoms fade, we'll be back with some crafty goodness.


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Thursday, February 7, 2013

May Arts Valentine Blog Hop - Day 4


Welcome to Day 4 of the May Arts Ribbon Valentine Blog Hop!  It's been an awesome 3 days and there are two more to go!

I'm up today with a recipe and simple and an easy table decoration that would be perfect for a Valentine party centerpiece.  Remember the ornament tree I made at Christmas time?


I couldn't bear to throw away the painted branches so I put them in a corner just waiting for another chance to make an appearance.  Now, instead of glass balls, they hold delicious Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Hearts.  (printable recipe)


 I hung them with gorgeous May Arts 1/4" Satin Center Band Ribbon, then tied a bit red bow on the vase with May Arts 1.5" Red Grosgrain.  (sorry for the light...it was a gloomy day when I shot this.)


Want some beautiful May Arts Ribbon of your own?  You  have a chance to win 4 full rolls just by visiting each Ribbonista and leaving them a comment.  I've included the full list below in case you missed someone along the way.  Up next is the talented Ashley Newell.




Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

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Monday, February 4, 2013

Valentines and Chocolate

Ah...Valentine's Day...is there any more perfect occasion for.....

CHOCOLATE?

If that fits your description of bliss and you've got a few minutes to spare, I've got a recipe and simple wrap that will have those hugs and kisses blowing your way in no time.


If you've got a serious craving...be sure to head over the May Arts blog for the recipe and all the details.

Don't forget to scroll down for the  May Arts Valentine's Blog Hop details.  There are 4 of ribbon waiting for a lucky comment.

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May Arts February Valentine's Blog Hop



 It's here!  A full week of May Arts Ribbon Love.  Every day this week the Ribbonistas will be bringing you ideas for your May Arts Valentines and a chance to win 4 ROLLS of YOUR CHOICE of gorgeous May Arts Ribbon of your own!

Here's the Blog Hop List for the week:

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

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