So Much To Share Part 2 of 4

Today I am going to share what has been going on at Scrapbook Challenges!

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The challenge I issued this month was to use lots of scallops, called Scallops and More Scallops. I used MM Noteworthy pp which is already scalloped, Bazzill cardstock with I scalloped with the SU scallop border bunch and another piece with an EK Success corner rounder, Bazzill Bling which I scalloped with the Fiskars Threading Water border punch, American Crafts scalloped ribbon, a scalloped photo, and some embellishments I made with felt and scalloped Cuttlebug dies. This one was for Sketch 134. I used all Pink Paislee Vintage Moon pp, Thickers, Jenni Bowlin letters, and a Recollections chipboard leaf.

Sketch 133. I didn't get this one done in time, but I did it anyway! I used Bazzill cs, BG Ambrosia pp, some chipboard I got as a RAK-I don't know what it is, and some dyed "skittles".
Oldie but Goodie: Use the oldest thing in your stash. I think the oldest thing in my stash besides brads/eyelets, is my Fastenator Staples. I just HAD to have them, and don't ever use them, so that is what I used!! I also used some Around The Block pp, Pressed Petals metal tags, DCWV sticker labels, and Target Dollar Spot letter stickers.
Go Green: use something recycled. I used some cardboard, stripped and tore it. Then I used some Bazzill cs, Dream Street Daydreamer pp, Thickers, and some GCD chipboard shapes. The stars were made with Nestabilities and covered in Diamond Glaze.

Birthday w/ 3 Photos. I have zero birthday photos, so I chose some 4th of July photos, since it is our nations birthday! I used Reminiscence pp, Scrapworks Shimmer Stars, and Thickers.

Use White Cardstock. I used Bazzill cs, October Afternoon pp, Sassafras Lass pp, Jenni Bowlin Bingo card, BG White Chocolate letters, and some misc buttons.

March Madness-Outtakes or funny photos and some stripes. These photos were posed, trying to show how exhausted we were after CKC Seattle and loading up the car. I used Bazzill cs, MM Chelsea's place (?) die cut paper, MM Passport letters, MM Chloe's Closet (?) journal sheet, Kaiser Craft pearls, and Bic Mark-Its for the stripes.

Sketch 135. I used SU Delicate Dots pp, Bazill cs, Scenic Route letters, and some Kaiser Craft pearls.

Use Alpha Negatives. I used Bazzill cs, BG Blush pp (I have been hoarding this sheet for over 2 years, lol), Target Dollar Spot letters, Bazzill numbers, Distress Stickles, and a Tim Holtz ticket.

There is one more SBC challenge that I need to work on today. I didn't see that it was posted till just a few minutes ago, otherwise it would already be done! I will share that a little later in the week.

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Tomorrow I will share the cards, ATCs, and altered items I have done.

So Much To Share Part 1 of 4

I know, I have been MIA for a while. I found Facebook, and have been busy scrapping! So much scrapping, that it is gonna take 4 posts/days to show you everything!!

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I will start with AMR Challenges!

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Thursday Scraplift Challenge-2/26

I used MME pp, Scrapworks Shimmer Stars, Technique Tuesday Technique Tiles which I inked and dotted, Walmart chipboard letters, and GCD tag.

Monday Color Challenge-3/2: Rosy Red w/ Purple and Glitter

I used BG Urban Prairie and BG Oh Baby Girl pp, Scrapworks Shimmer flowers, DCWV Glitter cardstock, Cuttlekids Fairy alpha dies, chipboard star, acrylic photo corners, and Stickles.

Tuesday Font/Title Challenge-3/10: Chat Acronyms as Title

I used BG Marakesh pp, BG Cupcake buttons, and BG Obscure letters.

Monday Color Challenge-3/9:Use Specific Ad for Color Inspiration

The photo she used for inspiration just screamed Mr Campy to me, so I used Mr Campy pp, Bazzill cs, CB dies, some cb shapes (unknown) and some Stickles.

Wednesday Product Challenge-3/11:Use at Least 3 Tags

I used BG Porcelain pp, BG Romani rubons, BG Sultry brads, BG Beckham White Choc Chip letters, some eyelets and some ribbon.

Thursday Scraplift Challenge-3/12

I used Bazzill cs, October Afternoon pp, Target Dollar Spot letters, Thickers, misc brads, and some buttons.

Friday Team Challenge 3/13: Scraplift One of Nicole's Digi's

I used Bazzill cs, Sassafras Lass pp, misc ribbon, some buttons, misc chipboard letters, and some Coredinations cs which I sanded.

Monday Color Challenge-3/16: Use Photo for Inspiration

I used BG Lily Kate pp, Bazzill Just the Edge, silk flowers, Thickers, "skittles", buttons, and a couple scalloped circles.

Tuesday Font/Title Challenge-3/17: Use Speech Bubbles

I couldn't help using this photo to go with the speech bubbles, lol! I used SU Good Morning Sunshine pp, SU Bella Rose pp, SU Delicate Dots pp, SU Kiwi Kiss cs, Dream Street Birdie Bits speech bubbles, Heidi Swapp chipboard letters, Tim Holtz journaling ticket, and some unknown buttons. Oh yeah, don't forget the SU scallop border punch!!

Wednesday Product Challenge-3/18: Non Square Layout

I made the die cut papers using a tutorial I found a few months ago (sorry, don't remember where). I used BG Two Scoops pp, Bazzill cs, Thickers, flowers, and Kaiser Crafts pearls.

Thursday Scraplift Challenge-3/19

I used Bazzill cs, BG Figgy Pudding pp and letters, ribbon, and Paper Studio brad.

March Crop Challenge: Dr Seuss Postage Stamp

The idea was inspired by the Dr. Seuss postage stamp and the challenge was to make something that would be a postage stamp commemorating you. This was hard, I started with the Creative Imaginations die cut pp, added my age to look like the value of the stamp, then just went with the color scheme I chose. I used Coredinations Black Magic for the title, Prima flowers, some brads, and a blank CD.

AMR Crop Challenge: Dr. Seuss Quote

Hmmm, can you guess the theme for the crop? lol

I really struggled with this one, so I chose the phrase "I do not like them..." from Green Eggs and Ham. The thing I don't like the most in the world.....ONIONS!!! "I hate onions, hate them with a passion! I think they should be banned, lol!!" That would be my journaling. I used BG Boxer and Archaic pp, Prima flowers, buttons, and a really crappy picture printed on cardstock with a printer that is just about out of ink-so please excuse the bad photo! LOL

AMR Crop Challenge: Abby's Seussy Challenge
The challenge was inspired by a Pottery Barn Kids ad where the kids were wearing a blue/white striped towel and a red/white polka dotted towel. So I used Bazzill cs, made blue stripes and red dots. The scalloped photo frame, which I made with and EK Success corner rounder, is supposed to represent the waves on the shower curtain, and the title is in black, just like Dr. Seuss is on the curtain. The letters are inked BG chipboard letters.
Monday Color Challenge-3/23: Red, White, Blue, but not Fourth of July
Can I just tell you how frustrating this was? I had just finished a red/white/blue layout the night before, lol! The idea with these challenges is to create a new one for each challenge, which I like because I hate doubling up on challenges-I think it is cheating, lol! SO, I made another one! I used Bazzill cs, BG Boxer pp, jumbo Chip Chatter "M", Around the Block chipboard which I stripped and inked, some buttons, and some brads.
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Whew, that was a lot to do for one post, LOL!! I am by no means even close to being done, but I am going to space it all out so there will be more to enjoy on other days. As long as life does not deal a huge blow, there should be at least 3 days of blogging after today's post, so be on the lookout!
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Oh yeah, and if anyone has any idea how to make my blog just a little bit narrower, I would love your suggestions. It is just a little bit too wide and the column that is supposed to be on the right side, goes down to the bottom left! Thanks in advance!

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Giveaway!!!

I normally don't do this kind of thing, but for Jingle, I HAVE TO!!! Jingle is a buddy of mine from AMR, and I really want to share the giveaway she is having on her blog, Just Jingle!!! She has won so many things lately-so much so that people are trying to steal her luck from her, lol! She is totally de-stashing her scrapbooking stash!! You need to check it out, the post is called It's About Time!! On that note, it is about time that I start some scrapbooking therapy and get some work done, lol!! Hmmm, I wonder if I could win her giveaway....I sure could use some new stuff! Maybe that is why I am struggling with my layouts. I haven't had any new stuff in a while, you know how new stuff sparks the mojo!!

A Creative Weekend

First of all, did you all see the funny picture at the top of my blog??? If you are a Twilight fan, you gotta see it! I think it is hilarious, especially when I made it my desktop background and it tiled.....My computer got sooooo bogged down though! It was HILARIOUS!!! Feel free to snag the photo if you want it!

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I got busy this weekend, that is for sure! I got 4 layouts done and 3 ATC swaps done! Even with all that I have been getting accomplished, I am really feeling a bit down on my scrapping. I feel like my layouts are crap and I just can't get out of this funk. My DT layouts for example...I can't keep up with the rest of the team. I can't figure out what I am doing wrong! Is it the way I have been using scraps? Is it my lack of embellishments? Is it my photos? I don't know and it is driving me crazy!! I am loving all the challenges, but I don't win any and it is really starting to affect me. I want to keep doing them, but it is starting to feel like I am doing them just to do them, kwim? I put everything into them, and continue to be unhappy with them. I haven't even been touching blog challenges for the same reason! Scrapbooking is my life, literally, and I am becoming unhappy with it, even though I love doing it. I am NOT talking about quitting, but what can I do to enjoy the outcome? I will continue to work this out, somehow, I promise. But until then, I will keep creating and sharing. Why??? Because I do enjoy it!!

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So without further ado, here is my take on Sketch 132 for Scrapbook Challenges.

I used Bazzill cs, October Afternoon pp (clouds too), MM Hullabaloo letter stickers, and buttons.

AMR's Monday Color Challenge 2/23: Monochromatic

I used Bazzill cs, Luxe Designs pp, American Crafts pp, MM pp, Cloud Nine Design stickers, unknown velvet flowers, Prima flowers, buttons, Kaiser Craft pearls, and Dollar Tree letter stickers. The title is one of her many nicknames.

AMR's Tuesday Title/Font Challenge 2/24: Journaling Ends With...& Title Must Be That Word.

I used Basic Grey Granola pp, Prima journaling square, BG cb letters (inked), and Scrapworks cb flower (used as a sand dollar).

AMR's Wednesday Product Challenge 2/25: Stitch with Template, Must Have Journaling and Flowers.

I used Bazzill cs, BG Figgy Pudding pp and letters, Kaiser Crafts flowers and pearls, Nestabilities dies (ovals, stars, and birds), and the stitching template is from Ann's Paper Arts.

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Now for some ATC goodness. Remember the tropical ATC I made? Well this is the one I recieved for the little swap at AMR, from denisewalks. Isn't is just adorable?
I also got my Partner's Name Swap ATCs from cottagelady at AMR. I said my favorite color was pink and orange! She nailed it, because I LOVE these!! To make things even better, she used my favorite font, Pharmacy!!! They are just perfect!!
AMR First Name Origin and Meaning Swap.
I used ALL Stampin Up stuff, except for the Quickutz Silhouette frame and alpha dies. The paper is Bella Rose, and the cardstock is Pink Pirouette. I have the Riding Hood Red on the back, as well as the letters.

St. Patrick's Day ATC swap at AMR.

This was a last minute swap, so it was very small! I made the pot, the gold, and the shamrock with my Silhouette software, then cut them. The green is DCWV cs, the pot is Bazzill, the gold is Bazzill Bling. The stamp is borrowed from tigardlilly, and came from a local stamp shop that has there own stamps made.

May Day ATC Swap at AMR-Flower themed.

I used Wild Asparagus pp, Bazzill cs, Stickles, and Technique Tuesday Wayfarer alpha stamps. The flowers are all cut using Cuttlebug 4x2 Flowers. I went through all my mini scraps for these flowers, used most all the pink, purple, red, orange, and yellow ones!! The vine is a Silhouette starter design.

That is all I have for now, I have 6 current challenges to work on, both with AMR and Scrapbook Challenges, plus I still have 4 swaps at AMR to work on. I should be staying pretty busy. I would love to hear your suggestions on my scrapbooking, what is working and what is not. Seriously people, I need some ideas-good or bad, lol! Hope you have a fantastic week!

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Catch Up

I want to announce, that Cliff's blog is more active now and includes scrapbooking!!! Check it out if you get a chance! He will be sharing all of his scrappy stuff over there!

The other day, Cindy asked in my comments...How the heck do you both crop at the same time? You don't share your space with him do you? My answer, he sits on the bed behind me and scraps with the tv tray. I am always having to hand him stuff, but it works out pretty well. Before we had to move and my scraproom was in the living room, the table was big enough we would just next to each other. I really enjoy it when he scraps with me!

Remember the scrap space before and after photos? Well I won the cleanest space, woo hoo! Thanks Nicole!

I got caught up on my challenge entries for Scrapbook Challenges, finally! I tend to put them off till the end of the month because that is when they are due. I don't have to do them, I just enjoy doing it, and since I get a shot at the monthly prize, why not right?!

Love Songs, 2/23. All products are Basic Grey Two Scoops, except for Bazzill cs and flowers, which are Prima and Kaiser Crafts. I thought I would try something different, and put everything on the 8x8 photo mat.

Create A Tree or Bush with Packaging and Scraps, 2/23. I used Bazzill cs, Basic Grey Archaic pp, striped cardboard, Cuttlebug Flowers die (scalloped circle), MM paint, Maya Road rubons, white rubon is Crate Paper Prudence, Basic Grey Sultry chipboard, Scenic Route letters, and tree stamp is Stampin' Up.

Shaker Box, 2/16. I used Bazzill cs, Basic Grey Urban Prairie, DCWV glitter cardstock punched with Martha Stewart butterfly punch, and some glitter.
Hearts & Stitching, 2/9. I used Bazzill cs, Pink Paislee Sweet Cakes pp, Target Dollar Spot heart doilys, ribbon, and letters, misc buttons, and of course Embroidery floss.
All You Need is Love, 2/9. I used Bazzill cs, Basic Grey Archaic and Boxer pp, die cut hearts and deer, Jenni Bowlin bingo card, Tim Holtz ticket, Scenic Route letters, Inque Boutique heart stamps, vellum, Technique Tuesday stamps, MM Paperie spiral journal sheet, and some Bazzill flowers.

Now I am off to work on this week's challenges over at AMR!!

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Just A Quick Post

Another Monday come and gone, and I forgot to post the sketch for Scrapbook Challenges.

This week's sketch, 131.

I used Stampin' Up Pink Pirouette cs for the background, SU Bella Rose pp, SU Kiwi Kiss, Pink Pirouette, and Riding Hood Red cs for the stamped flower, Kitchen Sink Stamps (this month's sponsor for SBC), rhinestone flowers, and Target Dollar Spot cb letters.

An ATC made for the AMR Crop's Tropical ATC swap. All the pp is SU Delicate Dots, stamps are mostly Studio G, umbrella is unknown, some Stickles, and all backed on some Bazzill cs.
This is my after the crop picture, for the challenge at AMR. It is definately clean!!
Lastly, here is my new adhesive, in it's new home!!

Short post today, I am off to work on more challenges for SBC, and some more AMR ATC swaps!

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I Caught Up!

First, let me show you this little puppy...Kay just dropped it off for me, with a refill!! I guess she doesn't like me using glue sticks either, lol! I can't wait to use it, seriously!! It is so cute, and LIGHT! Thank you so much Kay, you are awesome!!!!

The AMR crop was yesterday, and Nicole had a challenge to show our scrap space as is, then post another picture on Monday. The person with the cleanest desk and the messiest desk wins! This is my before photo. Lucky for me, I have a tiny space and I have to keep it clean, or I can't work!! I will share the after photo later!!
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I was a few days behind on my AMR challenges, then there were a couple from the crop to do as well. I finally got those all done! Do ya wanna see??
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I thought you might!!!
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AMR Tuesday Font/Title Challenge 2/17: Use Leftover Letters (doesn't have to be the title)
I used Bazzill cs, October Afternoon pp, MM Noteworthy spiral journal sheet, Bazzill cb arrow inked and Stickled, all the letters are Thickers, and some are inked. I forgot to ink them before I adhered them, so I smudged some ink on the layout. Embrace imperfection!!! Oh yeah, I used my SU spiral punch!!
AMR Wednesday Product Challenge 2/18: Use Material and Alphas
I used Bazzill cs, Reminiscence pp and stickers, Scenic Route letter stickers, Sakura Glaze Pen for the rest of the title, Recollections chipboard sticker, and my material is felt-die cut with Cuttlebug and then Target Dollar Spot brads. I don't have any material, so hopefully felt will count.

AMR Thursday Scraplift Challenge 2/19

I used SU Kiwi Kiss cs, MM Noteworthy die cut paper, Tim Holtz Tickets, MM Noteworthy itty bitty letters, and Thickers which are inked and Stickled, to match the dots on the paper. It was weird though, I inked the letters, let them dry over night, and nothing rubbed off. I added the Stickles, and the inked pulled up into the Stickles (not the bottle). I have never had that happen before!

AMR Friday Team Challenge 2/20: Use Chartreuse, Turquoise, Black and Bling

I used Bazzill Dotted Swiss cs, BG Sultry scraps, DCWV All Dressed up pp, unknown flower (printed with dots on the other side), SEI brad, inked Thickers, Stickles, dyed skittles, and rhinestones. These rhinestones are actually from the RAK I got from obxpatti, but when I tried to use it, it flopped all over, kept sticking to everthing, and after 30 mins of fiddling with it, wasn't usable as a word anymore. :( I was determined to still use it though, and the rhinestones will not go unused.

AMR Card Challenge 2/21: Tropical

I used Cloud 9 Design pp scraps and Bazzill cs. That is it.

AMR Crop Challenge: Cliff 's Card Challenge-Yes, Cliff scrapbooks!!

He wanted matching colors and similar prints.

I used Bazzill cs, American Crafts pp, Making Memories pp, rhinestones, a Kitchen Sink Stamp-the sponsor at SBC, SU scallop border punch, and some Stickles. I am really liking these stamps. I have another set, this one is a little bonus stamp. The DT each got one for free. They are really good quality and give really good images.

AMR Crop Challenge: Citrus LO, by midwayscrapper

The challenge was to use summer photos and the colors Yellow, Orange, and Green, at least 2.

I used Bazzill cs, Dreamstreet and Pink Paislee scraps, Technique Tuesday Stamps, Felt Fusion, Bazzill flower (yellow), and unknown (orange), misc button, and Kaiser Crafts pearls.

That is all I have to share for now. I am gonna spend the rest of the weekend working on some challenges for SBC, there are only 3 that I still need to do for this month.

I GET TO USE MY NEW ADHESIVE!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks again Kay!!!
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