Playing along with WOYWW . . .
November 08, 2019
Except it's Friday because I forgot to post this.
oops
It's a bit of a mess when I'm in designing mode.
This one will be my next
Sharing my happy mess with
These would make great Christmas gifts . . .
November 04, 2019
I've checked with
and there are still a few of the following album kits available:
A simple to put together folio,
this is a perfect mini for the hunter and fisherman.
Post their photos in the book for a
one-of-a-kind Fall remembrance.
Tell your family's story in this inter-active folio.
A perfect gift for someone who has everything
except organized family heritage photos.
Visions of sugar plums will dance in their heads
as you light the included fairy lights
on this Christmas banner.
What a great gift for someone
who is unable to decorate their home for the holidays.
Is Grandma in a retirement home?
This could bring JOY to her room!
Christmas In The Country Mini Book
Capture memories of this Christmas or Christmas past
in this elegant mini.
Lots of room for photos in the inter-active pages.
You can find one or all of the above on this page:
I love to learn . . .
November 04, 2019
My obsession is mini-books but there's always a new way to make them from scratch.
For this mini,
I followed 2 tutorials by my on-line friend
Clare Charvill from My Creative Spirit.
At one time, Clare and I both served on the Graphic 45 Design Team.
That's when I first saw her work
and it was fabulous.
Following 2 of her YouTube Tutorials, I created this book
that combines an old and new-to-me technique.
Here's some photos of the mini inside pages:
I also combined two of my favorite collections from
Stamperia and Ciao Bella.
Now it's time to add more embellishments.
This has been so fun to create
thanks to
Clare Charvill
for the inspiration.
JOY of Christmas Banner . . .
October 31, 2019
With Halloween almost at an end
here comes the parade of Holidays.
And what better way to decorate your home
than with a
Button Farm Club Joy of Christmas banner
This double-sided banner has a bit of everything
to brighten up your mantle, doorway or bookcase.
J-O-Y letters
5 large heavy banner pieces
beautiful papers & embellishments
from My Mind's Eye
battery operated fairy lights to brighten your day.
Christmas bells
&
more!
(front of the J banner)
Because this is a double sided banner,
there are pockets and insert spots to hold your
cherished holiday photos.
(back of the J banner with pocket & inserts for photos)
This project works quickly and is easily put together.
With full instructions included
it's a fun family project.
You can find the entire kit at the
A walk-thru video can be found here:
2020 Girlfriend Getaways can be found . . .
October 23, 2019
here:
Girlfriend Getaway Crops & Events
We always find something to celebrate
at the Girlfriend Getaways.
Don't miss the fun and creativity with friends!
Every now and then . . .
October 23, 2019
there's a chance to create something from my stash.
And we all have plenty of stash.
This past week I've played with Graphic 45's Rectangle Tag & Pocket Album.
As I was building the inter-active pages, this album grew . . .
and grew . . .
and grew . . .
to the point that if I kept all the pages in it, it would look more like an
encyclopedia with all the volumes squeezed between 2 book covers.
So I tore every other signature out of the book.
It wasn't pretty.
But somebody had to do it.
And ended up covering the rather large seams with a strip of red checked paper.
That worked just fine until I got to the last signature to tear out
and I had already decorated it.
Oh man. All that work gone to waste? Nope.
I added it to the inside back cover so that it opened as a tri-fold.
And now my book closes - sort of.
It's still an alligator mouth but not so much any more.
Just a baby 'gator.
Playing along with
Finishing up the book today.
And entering it into the
Funkie Junkie Boutique Challenge
of
Totally forgot to post the . . .
October 21, 2019
registration forms
for the
2020 Girlfriend Getaways
Here you go and thank you so much!
Girlfriends Getaway Weekend Crop
Drury Inn & Suites, Arnold MO
National Scrapbook Day Crop
Drury Inn & Suites, Arnold MO
More Girlfriend Getaway Dates coming soon!
My Newest Button Farm Club Kit . . .
October 16, 2019
is now available exclusively through
The Button Farm Club
Get yours while they're available.
And if you watch the video, you might want to add
All available as an add-on to your kit thru
New Kid on the Block . . .
October 03, 2019
has a new mini-book ready for you to decorate.
You can see mine here:
In just 11 days . . .
October 01, 2019
The gang will get together at the
Girlfriends Getaway ~ Drury Inn Arnold.
Pack your bags for a wonderful weekend with friends.
If you're attending the crop,
you should receive an e-mail today (October 1)
with vendor information & specials.
I've been asked about a "crop". You don't have to be a traditional scrapbooker to attend.
I'm not a scrapbooker but I do play with paper
and so do many of the gals attending.
Mini-Books, Altered Items, Junque Journals,
Silhouettes, Cricuts, Die-Cutting Machines,
Card Makers,
Stitching, Quilting
You'll see all types of crafting done at one of my "crops".
Please don't feel intimidated and join in on the fun.
It's a Girlfriends Getaway and any craft is welcomed.
Here are the future dates for
Girlfriends Getaway 2020:
January 17 ~ 19: Weekend Crop
May 2: National Scrapbook Day Crop
July 17 ~ 19: Christmas in July Weekend Crop
September 17 ~ 20: Meet Me In St. Louis Weekend of Workshops
October 9 ~ 11: Weekend Crop
Hope to see you then!