Happy Days - Technique Tuesday

Hey peeps.  

Today, I am sharing a layout that is 'loosely' based a a layout over at Paper Issues. It's for the Scraplift challenge.  I did start my layout with the intent of coping the original, but it veered off track pretty quickly.  I used My Mind's Eye that I grabbed from the Paper Issues store.

The real cool part of this layout, is the stamps I used that pair perfectly with this collection.  It is from Technique Tuesday.  Its called Fresh Peonies Stamp Set and I also used the Metal Dies that coordinate.  I ask used the Build a Birdhouse Crafting Dies that I tucked in small houses throughout the layout.

You should go take a look at what is happening over at Technique Tuesday.  They have some really fun things to play with.  

Here is Jen McMurtrey's original layout.

Working with Watercolors

Working with Watercolors means just that!  Dig them out or grab your Gelatos, maybe paint if you don't have watercolors.  Ya know, you could even try crayons if you must.  

We just want you to play along with us.  

I don't normally try my hand at watercolor.  So this was a fun challenge for me.  I tried to create blocks of colors with my watercolors, that matched as close as I could get to the striped paper in the background.  I was off with the blue, so I covered that with my photo.  Problem solved!

I used MME (My Mind's Eye) Wander collection.  

It is perfect for documenting my sons Boy Scout trip from last year.  

So, to play along, all you have to do is, create a new project with watercolors.  You can find several watercolored inspired products in the Paper Issues Shop.  You have until August 5th to play along. Your entry must be new and no double dipping! 

Use code: Mary-Ann to get 20% off anything you need from the PI store!

Space - Paper Issues

In 2015, my Parents went with us to Florida.  One of the days, we hit the Kennedy Space Center.  

It was very interesting.  Roman played on all of the activities, 

we touched moon rock and saw lots of rockets.  

When My Mind's Eye produced this Blast Off collection, 

it was perfect for documenting our day at KSC.  The paper is colorful, so I kept my photos flat on the page.  I also stitched through each color of the rainbow for with the coordinating colored thread.

Grab what you need from Paper Issues for 20% off with code: Mary-Ann. 

I had also created a Pinspire Me Mood Board for March.  This layout works perfectly for this challenge.  I went off of the Space photo.

NASA - Paper Issues

Have you been playing along with the March challenges over at Paper Issues?  

I have a fun one for ya.  It is called Frame it Up!  

We want you to use up some of those frames and slide mounts that you have been hoarding.  

Add one or as many as you want, whatever!  

Add your project to our PIFF Frame it Up Challenge album and you are entered to win a prize. 

 It must be a NEW project and no double dipping!

I used My Mind's Eye Blastoff collection for this challenge.  I used up some of my old Crate Paper frames.  I am not sure what collection they came from but I have tons!

Better Together - Paper Issues

Last summer at a Lobster BBQ, these two got to hang out.  

They are cousins (by owners) and don't get to see each other very often.  They do have a good time.  Ozzy, the handsome boxer, is pretty old but thinks he is a spring chicken when Flo comes around.  

I used My Mind's Eye Hey Mister from the Paper Issues store.  You can grab it for 20% off with code: Mary-Ann.  It would be great for Father's day or any masculine project.  I love the bulldogs throughout the collection.  

CUPCAKE - The Rubber Cafe

I am sorry. 

Sorry if all these cupcakes are making you hungry.

It's not my fault.  I design with what I am given!  lol

Head over to The Rubber Cafe blog to see how my card came together.  

You're on my Face! - Paper Camellia

Flo is my dog.  

Where ever I am, you will find her. 

 Soon as Randy leaves the bed, she jumps in.  

If I am in the kitchen, she is underfoot.  

When I shower, she is waiting by the door for me to finish.  

When I sit on the couch, she sits right next to me.  

When I lay on the couch, well....... this happens.

For this layout, I used the main scrapbooking kit from Paper Camellia.  This crazy layout is on their blog today.  You can go HERE if you want to join in on the  fun and be a part of the kit club!!

Love my do - Paper Camellia

Today I am over on the Paper Camellia blog.  I used the monthly sketch for this layout.  I have not had a ton of time lately and a sketch is the perfect way for me to get moving!  Head over the the Paper Camellia blog to see other design team members projects.

Here is a peek at the sketch.

Once Upon a Time - Paper Camellia

Starting a new month over on the Paper Camellia blog.  We are getting ready for the October sneak peek and it is full of beautiful product.  I kept my reveal layout simple but right to the point.  I used the gold hearts to look like they are escaping from the jar.

Yes it is pink.  Yes that is my boy.  But, that is also my favorite girl dog that allows me to created with such pretty pink collections.  

Thank you for stopping in today.  You can become a Scrapbooking club member by going HERE.

Gonna Play the Trumpet - Paper Camellia

Walking out of instrument sign ups after Roman chose the trumpet!  Wonder if he thought about getting braces next month?  lol

Head over to Paper Camellia to see more about my layout and signing up for the Scrapbooking kits.

Cub Scouts - Paper Camellia

Good morning.  Today I am sharing ANOTHER boy layout over at Paper Camellia.  I am excited that I am getting so many things scrapbooked.  I have used the Main Scrapbooking kit and the Embellishment Add-on.  I will say, the add-on is pretty spectacular.  There are more things included in this than I will ever have time to use.  Letters, words, 6x6 paper pad, ephemera and so much more.  Be sure to check it out HERE.  

Head over to the Paper Camellia blog for more details.

Good Wheelin' FUN - Paper Camellia

Good morning.  I am over at the Paper Camellia blog today, using their main scrapbooking kit and the embellishment add on's.  I started with a louder background print and did not skimp on the embellishments.  You need to go check out the closeups.  There is so much to see.

Happy Going In! - Paper Camellia

Sharing my first layout of the month over at Paper Camellia,

 using their July Main Scrapbooking kit.

It combines Crate Paper with My Mind's Eye and gives you an amazing travel kit.  

I was excited to see it.  Perfect for documenting some of my recent camping trip!

Head over to Paper Camellia blog to see closeups!

Enjoy the Journey - The Rubber Cafe

I have now shared three cards with you this month, using the 

Creative Cafe KOTM from The Rubber Cafe.

Two of which contain this same map stamp. 

 Hmmmm, what could that mean?  I love it.  

For more details or how you can sign up to join me, head over to their BLOG.

Thank you for stopping by. 

Bon Voyage - The Rubber Cafe

This map stamp has to be one of my favorites ever!  

I will be sharing two cards this month with the same stamp!

May's Creative Cafe KOTM is absolutely beautiful.  

Head HERE to see more!

 Thanks for stopping in. 

Smitten - Paper Camellia

If you remember my comments on my last layout for Paper Camellia, I mentioned that I am surrounded by boy stuff.  So, I took this opportunity to create a layout of my pup, Flo and to use up some of the amazing pink and gold included in this months Main Scrapbooking Kit and Add-on.  

Stop over to Paper Camellia to see the details of the kit and close ups of my layout.  

Scooter - The Rubber Cafe

It is my first card with the May Creative Cafe KOTM from The Rubber Cafe! 

 It contains beautiful travel papers from My Mind's Eye, including flair and coordinating stamps exclusive to The Rubber Cafe!  It also comes with coordinating cardstock, ribbons and twines.  

My first card is made with the stamp set that is included in the monthly kit.  

Head over to the BLOG for more details and information on how you can join me!