Fall Sweetness - Sept. Stashbusters #1

Also in staying with our Thrifty Thursday theme, we took the Stashbusters Challenge featured at Splitcoaststampers. The challenge was to create a scrapbook page using certain stuff from only our stash, (preferably older than one year) We needed to use...

1.Vellum Paper (or other specialty paper such as cork, wood, metallic, etc).

2. Bookplate or Buckle

3.Border punch
4.Ribbon or fiber
 

Additional Info

Keywords: sbc14sep Stash14septwk1

Paper: Crumb Cake, pumpkin pie, white velum, DSP from stash

Paper Size: 12x12

Ink: White

Accessories: Fiber for lacing

WOYWW#274 - Inspirational Backpacks

        

Today, finds me still in a state of recuperation from being in Utah for the past couple of weeks for family stuff and my grandmother's funeral. With a semi-clean work space and a lot of gratitude in my heart for the huge inspiration and influence that my grandmother had in my life, I was looking for something fun to share with my friends, I came a crossed some really cute little backpack with mini albums featured at Graphic 45.  I decided they would make some fun little gift bags for the ladies that I visit this month. Our theme this month is..."The Divine Mission of Jesus Christ: Comforter" and I thought it would be fun to fill the little backpacks with small inspirational words of wisdom that my ladies could pull out and read as the month goes along. 



If you are new to my blog and are wondering what "what's on your Workdesk" (WOYWW) is all about, you can check out all the details here at one of my favorite blogs... Stamping Ground
 

CC494 - Crazy Congrats!

we took the Color Combo Challenge at Splitcoaststampers, which was to use Wild Wasabi (green), Mellon Mambo (pink), & Basic Gray. 

Lunch Break Monday - TSSC330

As part of our last big hurray for the summer and getting settled back into school this week here and at Annie's Pantry, we thought we would focus on fun and nutritious things for our "Back to School" backpacks...

Make-Over Monday... "Back to School" Snack Mix

         Fall is in the air and today is the last big summer type holiday here at the beach. Having been a Teacher for many years and now finding myself with a lot of spare time on the computer I have discovered that I want to munch more, therefore I gain weight fast. So, I thought for today to kickoff our new Annie's Pantry format, we would start out with a fun, new, healthy, "Back to School" snack that is great for all ages. I love this snack both from a teacher and a snacker's point of view. It is very low-cal and totally nut free, its a great snack for the whole family and can be safely taken into the classroom.

Quick & Easy Snack Mix
 Makes:16 (1/2-cup) servings

4 cups air popped popcorn
1 cup raisin bran
2 cups TEDDY GRAHAMS Graham Snacks, any flavor

1 cup diced dried fruit mix (We like the tropical mix)     

MIX all ingredients in large bowl. 

                                                          Store in airtight container or ziplock bag. 

Please feel free to share your Family's favorite "Back to school snack". And to add a little fun for the day...I

challenge you to find inspiration in the colors of your snack and create a "Labor Day" Card to share. When I think of Labor day I think about all the hard working people in the world around me. Today, I was challenged to use an animal in my Labor Day card, so I choose the Elephant!

WOYWW#265 - On the MOVE!

Between the pending hurricane (on stand by with Red Cross) and the Holiday, my workspace became very mobile today. I am working on some July Birthday Cards, so you would normally find my desk filled with lots of RED, WHITE & BLUE!

My cards are a couple that I cased from an awesome card I found on pinterest posted "Crafty Creations by Beth"

If you are new to my blog and are wondering what "what's on your Workdesk" (WOYWW) is all about, you can check out all the details here at one of my favorite blogs... Stamping Ground

A Little Touch of Wes - IC447

I love and found lots of inspiration in the bright summer colors that "WES" (http://tsbmen.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/0607.jpg) is wearing. I loves the touches of green in the background and I decided to just say THANKS! Thanks to all the summer hues that brings warmth and joy to our lives... :)

Keywords: IC447

Stamps: Flower Shop, Vintage Verses

Paper: Marina Mist, So Saffron, Wild Wasabi, White

Paper Size: A2

Ink: Marina Mist, So Saffron, Wild Wasabi

Accessories: Hodgepodge Hardware,

Read more: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/2533491#ixzz35yd1SNjD

Parker's Pumpkns - 2009

I had the pleasure of scraplifting Ann (scrappy48) this month and the page I choose was SBSC290 Girl Scouts (http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/ga...48?&cat=25168). My page turned out more of a layout inspired by all her bold shapes and journaling than an actual scraplift. She had so many pages to choose from it was hard to decide... :)

Read more: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/2533075#ixzz35rOXJkFp

WOYWW - #264

I got back from spending an awesome week at girls camp. It was really nice to come home to a clean desk... :)
This week I decided it would be a great week to catch up on a few of the Split Coast Stamper's stash challenges that I have missed this month. So here is the first challenge.

For our first stash challenge this month we were suppose to include the following items in our layouts: Alphabet stickers (or rubber stamped alphabet letters) One Frame Four Punched Shapes (dig out those old shape or border punches ladies!!) or Die cut shapes One Piece of Ribbon Scrap Strips of Patterned Paper Optional: Preprinted Page topper or Page Title I love using my old stash with my older photos... :)

Girls Camp Bookmarks - "Be A Hero"

These are the front and back of the bookmarks that I made as gifts for my amazing young women who were at summer camp with me this past week.

Stamps: Morning Post Alphabet

Paper: REal REd, Marina Mist, Daffodil Delight, DSP from scraps

Ink: REal REd, Marina Mist, Daffodil Delight, Basic Black

Accessories: scallop edge punch

Read more: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/2532211#ixzz35ZgqaZIc

June Progressive #3

for Task 3, we were suppose too...

1. Add a border strip approx.. ¼ - ½” wide along the edge of one or both photos on right. Border can be a

2. Add a second border strip on the lower left edge of the rectangular paper.

3. Add some journaling beneath the right lower photo/rectangular paper.

That's it for this week!
trim, paper, zigzag, lace, anything of that sort.

Read more: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/2533101#ixzz35rP8anFK

WOYWW - #262

I am back home this week and you will find my desk in transition between some VSN cards and Girls Camp treat bags. I am excited that my new SU! Catalog is here and I am loving all my new goodies.

If you are new to my blog and are wondering what "what's on your Workdesk" (WOYWW) is all about, you can check out all the details here at one of my favorite blogs... Stamping Ground

June Progressive #2

for our second week of the June challenge, she says it's easy peasy! Well for me, the digi world is still a challenge, I couldn't even figure out how to slant my photo. :) But HEY! I am attempting to try this digi thing again...

TASK 2:

1. Add a 3/4” – 1” ribbon across the full width of the page. It will go over the rectangular strip and about 6” down.

2. Add 4 framed photos in the center of page—2 on top, 2 beneath, creating a box-like effect.

3. Tip one of the photos slightly.

That's it for this week!

Read more: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/2528318#ixzz34RCfKq00

Lunch Break Monday - TSSC318

I am so excited that my new catalog is here and my favorite stamp set made the stay list... :). I am loving all the new colors and embellishments. Today, our Monday Lunchtime Sketch is simple and sweet, it makes a great summer HELLO card for a few of my lucky friends.

Just A Pinch of Salt...

At Splitcoast Stampers we started a new Challenge thread entitled "It All Happened In... JUNE!"

Each month this challenge will change, based on the month, to inspire us to celebrate the Month we're in by getting out those pictures for that month, this month it is June....whether we use current, last year or some years ago photos, our goal is to get the month of Scrapped.

This month I choose to have fun on National Donut Day. We celebrated the day with homemade Salted Caramel Donuts.

The second page of the recipe on my layout reads...  

•  Lightly spray pan.And set aside. In bowl shift flour, cocoa , baking soda, and baking powder. Mix in sugar and salt, add in butter using your fingers to blend everything together. In a small bowl, mix egg, buttermilk and vanilla. Then add to flour mix and fold together.
•  Pour batter in donut pan so that it's 1/2 full and bake for 8-10 mins.
•  Once bake take out and cool. After it has cool, drizzle caramel sauce over donuts and sprinkle sea salt and crumbled bacon over the top.

Lion King Love

This months variety challenge was based on the Lion King Movie & song lyrics. I choose "Can you feel the love tonight" because my photos are actually from an evening when of dancing and we were actually dancing to that song... :)

WOYWW - #261

You will find me in St. Louis this week and my desk is filled with the real Sugar Baby instead of just photos. Today is her momma's birthday and I came to give her a birthday break... We made her favorite cupcakes, cleaned her kitchen, made her this pretty birthday card and had some awesome grandma time, all while daddy took momma out for a much needed break of date, lunch and movie. I feel so blessed to be able to have a "Workdesk" where ever I want it to be.



          If you are new to my blog and are wondering what "what's on your Workdesk" (WOYWW) is all about, you can check out all the details here at one of my favorite blogs... Stamping Ground

June Progressive #1

This challenge will use 4 photos.

1. Start with a 12” base paper—this should be a solid or patterned paper, although only a small amount of pattern will show. [A color darker than
   
   paper in step “2” is suggested.]
2. Add a paper on top that is approx. 11” (or if using a different size than 12x12, make this layer ½” smaller on all four sides.) [A color lighter than base paper and not too busy is suggested.] Add shadow.
3. About 5”down from page top and approx. 2” from left edge, place a piece of paper that is approx. 8-8 ½’ w. x 3” h. (plain or patterned ). Add shadow.

That's it for this week!

Read more: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/forums/digital-scrapbooking-tuesdays-f253/june-2014-prog-chall-25-task-1-06-03-14-a-t588285.html#ixzz34FipJpAr

Lunch Break Monday - TSSC317

Great sketch for a prefect lunch break...

I always look forward to starting my week off with a sketch break.

WOYWW 260 - "Just Because"

I am posting early...
"Just Because" - it has been a very long weekend
"Just Because" - my desk is still a mess from last week
"Just Because" - I have another Funeral today, mother of my best friend from college... :(
"Just Because" - I would rather be there celebrating with all of you

And "Just Because" - I had lots of scraps at the bottom of my pile, I decided to make some ATC's in honor of our five year party time. 



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          If you are new to my blog and are wondering what "what's on your Workdesk" (WOYWW) is all about, you can check out all the details here at one of my favorite blogs... Stamping Ground

May's Scraplift

This was the page from Val that I used as my inspiration. http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/ga...6&thumbsonly=0

WOYWW ~ 259

Mother's Day surprises:
           Last week, I was not at my desk because our oldest son flew in on Tuesday for a belated Mother's Day and we spent Wednesday making cheese together. If you would like to check out the photos of fun we had, you can find them on my food blog at The Pantry Life

My Inside Craft Desk:

         
      Today, my inside craft desk is cluttered with scraps left over from my two day online scrapbook class. The class was entitled "Scrapbook Your Story" by Lain Ehmann on Creative Live. Great class, I sort of went into it thinking that because I have scrapbooked for over 30 years, I probably won't learn anything new, but it turned out to be a very informational and mojo building class.



                                                                                 
 My New Outdoor Crafting Place:
     I live at the beach and love to work outside where I can watch and hear the ocean. This past weekend we created a spot on my front porch where I can craft, relax and play with flowers. On a sad note... The flower arrangements came before the crafting this week. The flowers that are included in the photo are some of the bouquets that were for the funeral of a dear friend of mine who lost her battle to cancer over the weekend and her "celebration of life" was today.


Hanging out with all of us:
          If you are new to my blog and are wondering what "what's on your Workdesk" (WOYWW) is all about, you can check out all the details here at one of my favorite blogs... Stamping Ground

Stash Busters May #3

Our Saturday Crop challenge this week was to create a layout with a banner and brads. I also combined it with the third stash busters challenge for the month.   we were encouraged to use: • 3 patterned papers • A flower • Ribbon • Journaling card (can be pre-made or one you design yourself)

Stash Busters May #2

While waiting for the second stash busters challenge to be posted, I worked on finishing up a stack of

 older scrapbook pages that needed to be added to my sons binder.

WOYWW#257

As you can see my desk is piled high today... This is due to the fact that everything from my VSN & VSBN weekend got moved from the table to my desk. I do have a plan and idea for a few things I want to make today. I am hoping that my layout and card stock is here on my desk somewhere, but I have to go grout the new tile in my bathroom first...  We are in the middle of a remodel. :(

 Okay, Tile done... Now to play!

So here are the items I got completed, the card is for my son... it is his 21st Birthday today. Today, I want to play with basic black, Tempting Tourquiouse and White. I found a really cool card on Pinterest that I really wanted like to CASE and I have another VSBN layout I am working on.

Stash Busters May #1

In trying to decide what picture would work great for this challenge, I felt like I needed to bring a little wood to the beach. So mixing the two together with touches from the challenge:

Our first Stashbusters challenge for the month was to use ... • 1 piece of patterned paper • 2 wooden shapes • 3 buttons • 4 pieces of embroidery

Celebrating Cinco de' Mayo

Here is a fun quick layout showing the fun we had at celebrating with a giant piñata.

national scrapbook

Mini VSN... :)

We had two challenges tonight to kick off our next VSN.

New VSBN Format

I love the new format for VSBN, give us a chance to get pictures ready for our layouts. I still love getting together virtually and chatting and working on pages together but I never seem to have my pictures ready.

Here is my first page for the first challenge...

WOYWW#256 - Scrappy Birthday Mess!

After spending most of the day making an unexpected trip up to Fayetteville this morning with my hubby for some work stuff, I am now home curled up in my favorite sweatshirt, hanging out at my desk. This week I have been working on some birthday cards and getting ready for VSBN this weekend.

Spring Hats & Tea Parties...

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending and helping my new daughter-in-law Kalee Harris host her first "Hats & Pearls" Tea Party with the ladies and their daughters in her hall at her work. We had so much fun. Great kick start for May and Mother's Day! plus now I can add milliner to my resume'. lol...

WOYWW #255

After spending my "March Madness" reorganizing from my Crafter's Clutter Break down, I spent the fist two days of this week relishing in the thoughts of how nice and tidy my workspace looked and tring to fing something that would trigger my mojo enough to want to create a mess on my desk. Today, I figured it out!

So.... Here is what I am working on this afternoon.

Altered Birdhouses:

Crafter's Clutter Break Down...

I think I may have had a crafters clutter break down, kind of like a nervous break down... I got so tried of every time I wanted to make a card or scrapbook page, I couldn't find any of my stuff. So after I got back from St.Louis, I turned my whole house up side down and reorganized the whole thing. NO KIDDING!!! The OCD side of me got started and didn't stop until every room was clean and organized top to bottom.