Wednesday, April 23, 2008

This is what my wonderful ss sent me, and what I sent her.

This is what Ann-Marie sent me:
and this is what I sent her: Love, love, love my package and hope she likes her too. TFL

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Almost and oops!!!

I started a slide show for the BBQ swap and almost posted it to my blog. Acutually I did, but took it down quick. So if you want to see what I have done so far shoot me an email and I'll be happy to share with everyone except Robinn!!!!

Monday, April 7, 2008

Grease



Ashlyn and I went to see Grease on Broadway this weekend and had an awesome time! I put some pics in my SB and will try to post some pics today.

I am working on items for a swap today. I will keep pictures as I go and post once the package is received by my swap partner.

Thanks for Checking in and have a great day!

Friday, April 4, 2008

1. Married? Yes.
2. Kids? 1 girl
3. Where do you live? PA
4. Favorite color? green.
5. Do you scrapbook or makes cards? Or Both? both
6. What is your style (heritage, modern, funky)? varies
7. Do you have a cb? Looking for any folders specifically? yes, swiss dots
8. Do you have the baby bug or Expression? b bug
9. What is your favorite cart? all of them
10. What is your favorite restraunt? see blog
11. Favorite Craft sotre? Michaels (it's all we have) ACM, it's all I've got!
12. Any items on your wish list? see blog list
13. Do you have an atg gun? No...something to wish for?
14. Favorite candy? Gertrude Hawk Vanilla Caramels
15. Milk or dark chocolate? milk
16. Do you drink coffee? Gross! Diet cherry pepsi for me!
17. Are you a morning or afternoon person?neither
18. Do you bbq? Tons. Our house is the party house and we have a permanent camp site in the summer.
19. Favorite food? Anything I don't have to cook!!!!

Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Mia's Cinderella LO


This is for the daughter of my DH's co-worker. She gave him homemake pretzel's for Valentines day and this was the tag. How cute she is!!

Saturday, March 22, 2008

Easter/Spring Challenge Swap Gift from Karen (Katiepoo)

This is all the wonderful gifts from Karen.

Karen you are so talented, every item in the box was beautifully wrapped and had such amazing detail. I'm not sure I'll be able to part with any of the cards and I can only hope someday I will be able to create such wonderful items. Thank you so much for being such a wonderful swap partner and I look forward to meeting you!

Tuesday, March 18, 2008

Marie's RAK

I took the pic sideways to eliminate all the stuff in my garage. But you get the idea. Hope you like it!!!!

SuzyB's Magice Color Pencil technique Challenge


I made this card for SuzyB's challenge. Thanks Suzy for all the inspiration, you do amazing work!

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

Wish list as of 3/17/08 and SS questionaire

Carts I have:
TBB&M
SYI
Plantin Schoolbook
All Mixed Up
Paper Pups
Accent Essentials
Stretch Your Imagination
Dreams Come True
Happily Ever After
DoodleCharms
Mickey & Friends
Indie Art

Cuttlebug folders I have:
D'vine Swirl
Mickey Celebrates
Happy Birthday
Flower Circle
Fancy Corners
Spots & Dots

Xyrons I have:
X
Cheetah
510

Carts I would like to have:
Paper Dolls! and any
I don't have

Programs I would like to have
Sure cuts a lot

Materials
Ink refills-
Scor pal
Any embellishments except flat stickers.
Accessories for Bugs (mats, markers, blades ect.)



What Cricut Cartridges are on your “wish list”? any I don't have.
Do you plan on getting the Expression? I have it.
Do you have a Cuttlebug? Yes
What C’bug folders/dies are on your “wish list”? Any I don't have. *I would really love swiss dots.
Do you have the Cricut Toolkit or Spatula? I have a tool kit, could use a new hole punch.
Do you have a Bind-It-All? No, been considering, but not convinced yet.
What size/color binding do you prefer?
Do you have sizzix/quickutz? No.
What adhesives do you like to use? (xyron & size, glue, tape, dots, etc.) See above. Zip pens.
What rubber stamps do you use? (clear, SU, CTMH, none, etc.) I have SU stuff, but have been partial to clear sets lately.
Are you a scrapbooker or cardmaker or both? Both
Size/Brand of Scrapbook? All
Are you a simple or detailed scrapbooker? Both, I like to try new things and it really depends on the inspiration.
Do you use a heat embosser/tool/gun? No, but I would like to try it. I would love a heat tool but don't know what to buy.
Favorite embellishments to use? Flowers and brads. But I like everything! I love when I get cricut cuts I don't have!
What is your favorite "tool" to use? (besides cricut- thinking Crop-a-dile, fascinator, etc.) I have a crop a dile, but can't get the hang of it. I love the CB embossing folders. My favorite tool is a friend to crop with (Hi, Marie) What are your other crafting hobbies? I just like all paper crafts.
Do you do altered crafts? Yes(tins, boxes, etc.) If so, what kind…if not – are you interested in trying? Definately, I love the chipboard stuff, but my stores don't carry it.
What hobbies do you enjoy outside of crafting? I run, well walk/jog you can visit my running friends here http://www.runnerplus.com/ or at Nike+ I am Ashjoy.
Are you married? Yes, to a wonderful husband Ed. Children? Yes a beautiful daughter Ashlyn, she is 16. Pets? we are pet free.
Is there a major event(s) coming in this next year? Not really, Anniversary is Aug 29.
If you were to have a day of “pampering” – what would that include? (I would rather be crafting, but a manicure, pedicure would be nice) What is your favorite food/candy? I love Vanilla Caramels from Gertrude Hawk Chocolates.
Are you allergic to anything (food or scents)? No, but I really don't like anything strong, it tends to give me headaches.
Is there a particular food/scent that you do not like?
Do you enjoy reading? If so – what author/genre? I would love to have a collection of papercraft books, but I haven't started it yet.
Do you collect anything (outside of scrappin’ supplies)? No.
What is your favorite color? I always say green, but right now I am on a Pink/Brown and Blue/brown kick.
Do you have stickles glue? yes What color/s is/are your favorites? all of them, but I would love to try scribbles, and perl dots.
What is your favorite brand/company for scrapbook/cardmaking supplies? Any.
Favorite store to shop (either scrapbook or general store)? I love to shop at Bon Ton, WM and ACM. Those are our only local shopping stores. I have to drive about an hour to anything else.
If you were to get a gift certificate, where would you want it to be from? Your favorite online craft store.
Do you wear jewelry? Minimal, just for special occasions.
Favorite brand?
Do you have an Italian Charm bracelet? No.
If so, what kind/size of charms do you like?
Favorite restaurant? DiSalvo's http://www.disalvopasta.com/
Favorite scent for body or candle type products? I like bath & body works, but am game to try anything that isn't too strong.
Is there anything else you want your person to know? I have a new home and it's not yet decorated so any insentive there would be great! I have tons of winter decorations and snowmen type stuff but am really bad at the rest of the year or just general wall decor.

Monday, March 3, 2008

Explosion box




I wanted to try something new today and came up with an explosion box. Here it is. I can't wait for my Stampin Up order to get here. I already have ideas for the next box.

Thursday, February 28, 2008

Critter Cards



This week I've been busy with basketball play-offs but I have managed to get in some critter creations. I think the bunny remains my favorite, but now that I have used a pattern from a book I think I can use some of the ideas going forward. Thanks for looking and have a great day!

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Bunny seed card


This is my favorite card to date. Loved making it! Thanks for looking! The small packet contains fower seeds for your gardening enjoyment;).

Monday, February 25, 2008

Thursday, February 14, 2008

Holiday Swap Idea


I joined my first layout swap this month. I have the New Year theme. This is what I have so far. Feel free to comment.

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

MCPT February Challenge


I received the stamped cards from MB friend SusieB. This was my creation for the February stamp.

Monday, February 11, 2008

BBTB contest entry



Contest, Contest, Contest.....this is my entry to the BBTB Spring color contest.
I know it may be hard to see but I used stamps to add color to my letters. Thanks for looking.

Monday, February 4, 2008

Weekend Sketch Challenge #33


Weekend Sketch Challenge #33

First Swarm Pics














These are our first swarm pics. We had a great time. Cindy and I only completed one page but Ash and Jenna really went to town and acomplished alot. I've include some of our LO's. I can't wait to get together in March.