Feeling Scrappy Part 2

 

I combined a couple of challenges in this layout. I layered multiple flowers, I painted the chipboard and stamped swirls on it and I colored flowers using my ink pads. I love this layout!

 

This is my first graduation challenge using three of the techniques I learned in the class. I used brads as bullets, glitter on the flowers and a chipboard word in my journaling.

 

This is my second graduation challenge. I had to scraplift a design team member's layout.

I really enjoyed this class! It really challenged me. Since it ended on May 31, I haven't scrapped. Hopefully once we get on a summer routine, I'll be able to get back in my closet....

Embellish It! Part one

I just took an awesome online scrapping class at Feelingscrappy.com. It was so amazing and Jayne and her design team ROCKED! I was skeptical of taking a class during the last month of school. I wasn't for sure if I would have the time or energy to participate. Once the class began, I was hooked! The assignments and tid-bits blew me away! This site was the first site I browsed on any given day in May. (and on some days, the only site I browsed that day!) The first five pages took me 5-6 hours to complete. When I do not scrap in a while, it takes time to get my creativity flowing again! It frustrated me, but I persevered and it paid off. Here are a couple of challenges I completed. Tomorrow I will post the last challenge and graduation. Enjoy! (click on the picture for enhancement)

 

My first challenge involved stickers. The assisnment I choose was to use word stickers in place of my own words in my journaling. This was a first for me!

 

My second assignmnet was to use old ABC letters in a shape or in the background. (I did this page when the schools shut down for severe weather. I wasn't scared!)

 

This assignment I had to cover the brads with either paint, stickers or rubons. I used Love,Elsie stickers to cover the large brad on the flower and the put a lady bug on the bard on the exclamation point.

 

With this assingment, there were many firsts. I needed to use glitter on the page. I sprayed glitter on the flowers. I never thought to use glitter before, so I'm thankful I tried it! It was the first time I used the red felt pattern behind the title and was excited it went well with the page. I also mrked my won journaling lines. I didn't get the look I was going for, but it's good for now.

My New Cricut Expressions is Here!

 

I finally ordered my big Cricut last week and it came yesterday. I was so excited that Rachel informed me of a cricut bundle with four cartridges instead of one so I couldn't afford to pass up this deal. I now have the tool to cut out endless possibilities of letters and diecuts for the rest of my scrappin' life. I now need to figure out how to work it and get the software program to be able to connect any of my letters on the eight cartridges I have together to create a mesh. I now have this new toy along with my Adobe Photo Elelmets 6.0 to figure out. I will have the time when school is out to mess around with both. I have been eagerly working on building my scrappin' supply with tools that will save me money in the future. I do look forward to using my new items to enhance my scrappin' capabilities!

ps-I have been scrappin' and hopefully will have the time soon to post my creations. IF not, when school is out in 7 days I will for sure!

Legacy of Faith #7

 

Here is my Legacy of Faith challenge. I actually came up with the challenge by mistake. I got it in my head that one of the challenges was about journaling. Come to find out, one of the challenges talked about journaling, but it wan't the focus, so I was able to create a challenge about persoanl journaling. I ablsolutely love to journal. I may not be creative, but give me a pen and a peice of paper and I'll write all day long. I wnat to give a "shout-out" to my dad who made me, I mean taught me how to journal at a young age. Thanks Dad! I love you!

Legacy of Faith-Testimony

 

I couldn't wait to get home to start scrappin' on my Legacy of Faith challenge. I'm still behind but my goal is to catch up by Sunday evening. At the rate I'm going, I'll be ahead of schedule. If you are interested in this challenge, visit
Legacy of Faith What a great way to put your tesimony and experiences of Christ on paper to share with your children and your posterity!

Legacy of Faith Challenge

 

I am participating in a challenge called "Legacy of Faith" where you scrapbook you faith and religion. I would have never of thought about scrappin' my testimony or even any spiritual experiences to that matter. I do however record many things in this nature in my journal and also my children's journal. It is this challenge that is bringing me back into the scrappin' mood. What a wonderful challenge to create an album of your testimony and how the Lord has His hand in our daily lives. It will truely be a legacy of faith for my children and my posterity. If you're interested, please visit A legacy of Faith

Altered French Fry Box

 

I went to a Stampin' Up party this month and learned how to make this little fry box. I used a Wendy's french fry box as the template. I traced it and them folded it accordinly and then stamped on the bottoms of both sides. I was so proud of myself! I really suprised myself for taking the time to make something that will probably be thrown in the trash after the "goods" were eaten. They turned out so cute! I will be making more of these in the future.