Father's Day Layout with the Distrzz it All!

Hi ladies....happy Tuesday! Today is the 15th and that means another fabulous sketch at Thoughts2paper! Here is sketch #4 made by Del...

If you have not played along in these sketches please come join in, they are a great way to get creative with a little jump start! I absolutely love Del's sketches, they are just the mojo I need to scrap a fast layout and boy these will come in handy this busy summer!

Seeing as it is coming up on Father's Day, I decided to do a layout for my Husband using pictures of him and the kids and I wanted to make it 'manly' ...lol, so I used the ever so handy tool....the Distress it All by zutter...love it and it can be found in the store...don't forget the sale is still going on, use coupon code DadDay30 to receive 30% off!

Here is what I created using this sketch....

Supplies: Distezz it All by Zutter, Helmar 450 adhesive, zapdots: all of which can be found in the store! My Family papers, embellishments, rubons and ribbon trims (coming soon to the store) by Fancy Pants Designs. I also used some cardstock, ink and twine.

Beachy keen cake!

Hi ladies, hope you all had a great weekend! We were super busy...yesterday, I spent all day making a 3 tier cake for my in laws 40th Anniversary party that my SIL and I planned! I spent about 6 hours on this cake, but I have to say for my first tiered cake, I think it came out great. There were some flaws, but all in all it went over so good. The bottom layer was strawberry filling, the middle layer was chocolate pudding and the top was just buttercream (my hubby doesn't like filling). I made my own buttercream frosting and used fondant that was died to match the adorable beachy cake topper! I bought the sugar seashells, I thought they were perfect for the cake! Everyone raved about it and made me blush! So, here is myself and the cake...mind you this picture was taken after many hours of set up and preparing for the party...lol! Now that all of my parties are done, I am all set to start scrapping again...until Wednesday...the kids have field day and beach parties and my daughter is marking a milestone in her life...a huge one in my eyes. Samantha at age 6 is donating over 10 inches of her hair to Locks of Love and I am very emotional over it. So stay tuned for some cutie patutie pictures of her!

Father's Day 30% off Sale at Thoughts2Paper!

Just wanted to let you know that Liz has a great Father's Day sale going on now!! Everything in the store is 30% off....woo hoo!! The coupon code for the discount is DadDay30 (needs to be entered correctly for the discount)....so come on over to the thoughts2paper store for your discount. There are awesome papers, fun cricut cartridges, Helmar adhesives and the new Tim Holtz embossing folders!

Hats off to the GRAD!!

Here is a quick 20 minute card that I made for the 365 cards challenge! We had to use atleast 3 of something and everything had to be in a row! With it being graduation time, I chose to do a graduation card in our school color. It took me most of the time to find this pp in my stash that was perfect for this card. I cut the hats and the diploma with my Cricut using 'A Childs Year' cartridge and I embossed both the background and the hats. This came together so quickly and easily and I like the end result...now to find a graduate to give it to...lol!!

A Refreshing Glass of Lemonade!

Here is a cute card made with the 'Just Because Cards' cricut cartridge...it is full of phrases and images for the cutest everyday cards! You can purchase this cartridge at the thoughts2paper store! I used Bazzil cardstock and some pp from DCWV...it is probably hard to tell, but I used glossy accents on the lemonade and the inside of the lemon...it looks like a real refreshing glass of lemonade! I also used a white gel pen for some dotted accents on the letters! I hope you have a 'refreshing' day!

Critter Cards...Udderly Adorable!

Here are some udderly adorable critter cards using the Create A Critter Cricut Cartridge! You can find this cartridge at the thoughts2paper store...you will love this cartridge. As soon as I got it, my kids and I had so much fun just cutting and glueing these little critter together! I made them into A2 size cards with just some papers from my scraps...the sentiments are typed on the computer! This cartridge is a must have for the cricut enthusiast like myself! There will be many more cards to come with all the cute little critters on this cartridge! Go grab your cartridge today at thoughts2paper!!

Lil' Robots

Good morning friends, I hope you all had a fabulous weekend!

I want to share with you a layout that I made using a thoughts2paper sketch that was created by Del. I absolutely love her sketches, they are just so inspiring! I made this layout using the My Mind's Eye Lil' Robots papers and diecuts! I thought this kit was so cute for my son...it is so boyish and just fun!!

Here is the thoughts2paper sketch.......and here is what I did with it......

I hope that this sketch inspires you as it did me and that you will join us at thoughts2paper and play along!

Memorial Day!

I hope you are all havaing a relaxing Memorial Day!
I made this card for my kids...I couldn't resist that bicycle...lol!
I used the Cricut Limited Edition Independence Day Cartridge found at thoughts2paper....grab yours today because when they are gone...they are gone!!
There are some great images on this cartridge. I used the bicycle and the banner flag. I used a paper crimper to make it look as though it were waving in the wind!
Supplies used: Kraft cardstock, Independence Day cartridge...found at thoughts2paper.
Additional supplies: cuttlebug, white ink, ribbon, thickers and star bling!

Thinking of You card!

This is a sweet card that I made to keep in my stash!! I always need a little special card to let someone know that I am thinking of them. The secret to this sweet little card is that under the pearl is a velcro circle to keep the card closed...isn't that clever!?!?!!
Supplies used: diecut card, KaiserCraft devonshire paper and embellishment pack (coming to the store soon), KaiserCraft rub ons and Prima flowers(both can be found in the store). Visit thoughts2paper to see all the new goodies added and use coupon code: MemorialSpecial30 to receive 30% off anything in the store!Thanks for looking and have a fabulous weekend!!Jeannine

Sale at Thoughts2Paper!!

I hope everyone is having a wonderful Memorial Day weekend! We have no big plans, DH has to work and we are just hanging around!!
I want to let you know that Thoughts2Paper is having a Memorial Day Sale....everything in the store is 30% off!!! Head on over for the latest and greatest scrappy supplies while they are on sale. Be sure to use coupon code: MemorialSpecial30 to get your discount!!
This sale runs until Monday, but have no fear......

if you are unable to make this sale there will be another sale coming up for Father's Day...June 10-18!! The coupon code for this sale is: DadDay30....for 30% off!!

Come on over to Thoughts2Paper and check out all the goodies on sale....including the NEW Tim Holtz embossing folders, awesome diecuts, Jenni Bowlin and lots more!!!

Dad's Day Card!

Here is a Father's Day card that I made for my Father-In-Law! It is for a challenge going on over at My Pink Stamper and you won't believe the prize....a CRICUT EXPRESSION!!!! So, I am entering this card into the challenge for a chance at a fabulous prize! I used the 'Just Because Cards' cartridge...I absolutely love the tree and the truck, so I combined them on this card! The 'Dad's day' came from Designer's Calendar! I had fun making this card and I know he will appreciate it!! Thanks for looking and have a wonderful weakend!!

Hugs,
Jeannine

My Mother's Smile!

Here is a layout that I made for Thoughts 2 Paper...we have been celebrating the Women in our lives all month long with cards, scrapbook pages and creative ideas! I found these sweet pics of my Mother from a couple of years ago and I just love her happy smile! I love my Mom for who she is and all that she has taught me...she is my mentor!

Supplies used: CratePaper Paper Dolls Collection, EK Success zig zag punch and zva pearls...all can be found in the Thoughts 2 Paper store. Other supplies used: crochet trim, and My Family for the Mother title (coming soon to the store).
I hope you will come over to Thoughts 2 Paper to see how the Design Team has celebrated the Women in their lives!

Thoughts2paper DT call!

Design Team Call for Thoughts2Paper

A new On-line scrapbook/card supply store looking for 3-4 Talented Design Team Members. The call starts on Saturday May 22nd and ends June 11th 2010 at Midnight. The new DT will be announced on the stores blog June 16th. The terms is from July 1st 2010 to Jan 31st 2011. Sorry, no International applicants at this time.

What we’re looking for:
Die Cut Specialist to work with our very own die cuts. These include boxes, bags, cards, etc. We work with Accucut to manufacturer our die cuts.

MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) Specialist. You will be responsible for altering items such as clocks, boxes, coasters, etc.

Scrapbook page background specialist. You will be responsible for taking our pre-made templates and shapes and creating Scrapbook pages.

Compensation:You will receive product to keep and a 35% discount in the store.
Please provide:
Please email thoughts2paper@yahoo.com.
Three examples of projects that show your style. Images should be no larger than 500x750.
Full name and short bio that includes your crafting background and why you want to be a part of this team.
A link to your online gallery.You must have a blog and send a link to the blog.
At this time only applicants with current and active blogs will be considered.

You are required to have the DT Members on your blog roll. You must promote the store and have DT blinkie on your blog.

If you are an existing DT member please advise which team you are on and provide a link.
The link to our store is www.thoughts2paper.com.
The blog in which you will post on is www.thoughts2paper2009.blogspot.com.

There is a DT only forum to check in and your assignments will be listed and we will not have a public forum.
An acknowledgement within 24 hours of receiving your application.

Little Girls are a GIFT!!

I wanted to share a sweet little treat that I made for my Daughter! She had been crying when I left her at school, so we made her a sticker chart...at the end of the week if she earns her stickers, she gets a treat. She has not cried in three weeks!
I wanted to show you her treat this week!




I made this sweet scallop card and popcorn box (coming to the store soon) and used my absolute favorite paper....Paper Dolls Collection found at thoughts2paper and the EKSuccess zig zag punch also! I added some eyelets and tulle for the popcorn box, so my Daughter could carry her treats with her. I put in some of her favorite candy...candy necklace and bracelet, ring pop, candy lipsticks (do you remember those?), an ice cream lip gloss and some silly bands ( one of the latest trends)! She was so excited to come home from school to a special sweet treat!!
Have a great weekend!

A Special Woman in My Life!

My Mother-In-Law! We are celebrating the Women in our lives over at Thoughts 2 Paper , so I am celebrating my beautiful Mother-In-Law...she is always there to support my family and I love her. I wanted to show her how much she means to my family with this super sweet card made for Thoughts 2 Paper!

The following supplies used can be found in the Thoughts 2 Paper store: die cut card, KaiserCraft Devonshire 6x6 paper pad, E.K.Success zig zag punch, Kaisercraft rub ons and prima roses. Additional supplies used: crochet trim and brown ink.

These die cut cards are so much fun to work with. This particular card is meant to hold a 4x6 photo, but I used paper instead and embellished. The sky is the limit with these die cut cards!

Why not celebrate a special Woman in your life and create a card to show you care? Come on over and check out the Thoughts 2 Paper store for all your scrapbooking a card making supplies!

I SCREAM....YOU SCREAM....

We all scream for ICE CREAM!!!!!

I just had to share these pictures of my children and my Niece! Mister Softee has found his way into our neighborhood...and we are his best customers...lol!

The kids were playing in the backyard and my Daughter ran in screaming that the ice cream man was coming...out the front door she ran followed by my Son and my Niece! I was frantically looking for my wallet...no where to be found...I ran out to the car...not there. Here I am thinking that I lost my wallet and now I have to disappoint the kids and tell them no ice cream. So I tell my Daughter that I can't find my wallet and she says,"don't worry Mommy, I have it!" That's right...she grabbed my wallet as she was running out the front door screaming! I had a little chat with her after they all got their ice cream. Now check out the double cone that my Daughter Samantha got...yum yum!!! Now to get through the summer with trying to dodge the ice cream man...lol!!