Studio G Collector Challenge #17

Front: DCWV paper, Cuttlebug folder (diamonds), Studio G Stamps (series 36)

Inside: Studio G stamps (series 36)

Studio G Collector Group: This challenge starts today, Sunday, September 13th and ends on Saturday, September 26th with the winner being posted on Sunday the 27th.This week's challenge is called "tear it up" -- incorporate some TORN PAPER in your card which features Studio G stamps.

Challenge Sponsored by Pez-A-Doodle Designs

Come on over and join in on the fun.

Fiskateers are having all the fun this weekend..

Aren't you sad that you may be missing out on all of the fun? Our very own Angela is celebrating her 38th birthday and it's a swinging online crop.

This is one of the reasons I love being a Fiskateer. It's more than just a love of all thing Fiskar's or of message boards. It's a community of love and encouragement. (sometimes a little constructive critic too)

If you haven't joined yet, Now would be a great time.. click here

hey there CANDI MANDI - you've been scrapjacked!

hey there CANDI MANDI - you've been scrapjacked!

I love to visit the ScrapJacked blog. The are a great group of talented artist. The things they create over there really wow me. So many amazing techniques and photos. I think this month I'm going to try a "jack".

Join me anyone??



So here is my "jack"

An official Fiskateer

A few months ago I had never even heard of the Fiskateer's but once I was invited to browse around their site I was amazed at how different each person was and how united around a love of crafting they were. I wanted in. I applied and was accepted (You can too just visit here). I instantly fell in love with the community and have been having fun ever since. After about 2 months I found out the identity of the surprise gift Fiskar's sends to welcome each new member. It didn't spoil the anticipation though. Now fast forward a few more months and Tah-dah! My surprise arrived. I can't believe that Fiskar's would send such a lovely gift just for me.

It's official I'm Fiskateer #5734. What will your number be?

Laurie Hansen Design

Laurie Hansen Design

Laurie is having a fantastic sale. 50% off all Hero Arts stamps + $2 shipping. Pop on by and show her some support and pick up some goodies for your stash.

How has my style changed

Over on http://tracypscrapheap.blogspot.com/ We were asked to show how much our style has evolved from our 1st pages to our current pages. Here are mine. Say cheese is from March (or maybe April) and the bowling is my 1st completed layout (only 10 months ago). I don't think my style, if you can even call it that, has changed very much. The pages are still very simple, not too many embellishments.

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Now My very 1st page

Cropping for a cause

I'm so geeked about going to crop this weekend. My mojo has been drained almost empty. I think being around some creative and crafty folks will really refresh my juices.
Where is this rejuvenating experience? KateB and Walmart have put together a crop for this weekend June 13th at the Elkridge Fire House. All fees go to support the Children's Miracle Network. What a great way to do something I enjoy and help the lil' ones. So if your mojo is zonked like mine or you have tons to share, there is still time to secure a seat. Check out all the details here.

Now comes the daunting task of planning and packing. I've been to one crop already so I kinda have and idea of what I need to take and what I can leave in the trunk (LOL). For my 1st cropping experience I just carried a large duffel and a tool tote. Simple and functional but heavy. I need to streamline a bit so I've been searching for a tote bag or cart to take my supplies in and ran across a few very well written guides to packing for a crop at Organized Scrapbooks & Memory Workshop & Cropping Corner. So I'm going to look at some storage options with my 50% off coupon. Love a coupon. Hope to find one that is easily stored and will hold the types of supplies I like to work with. We shall see.