Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

~ Good Morning Everyone ~

Such EXCITING NEWS to share today! 

First ...ROBYN @ MY PINK STAMPER has released 9 New Stamp Sets!!! WEEEE! Twirling around the room! You already know, that I love all her stamps, but she has OUT DONE herself this time! I am so excited I got to play with some already...

Deets: 

3.75 Bug and all Layers Simply Charmed

5 Card Base Elegant Edges

4.5 Layer Elegant Edges

Heart Punch Stampin Up

Sentiment : My Pink Stamper Fancy Phrases Set

 

I fell in love with this little "bug" cut from the Simply Charmed Cart!  It worked perfectly with my idea to do a Good Luck card featuring a lady bug with a twist on the color scheme!

Secondly, I have a winner to announce ! 

Vickie said...

Wow i am really loving it!! May not be Kate's colors but i would definitely wear it. Such talent thanks for sharing!!! I am now a follower and would love to win some My Pink Stamper candy!!

CONGRATS! You've Got Mail! 

Thirdly...Are You Ready for National Scrapbook Day?! 

It's the BIGGEST ONLINE PAPER CRAFTER'S  

EVENT OF THE YEAR!

Join Robyn and her Pink Designers for this EXTRAVAGANZA!
CHALLENGES, GIVEAWAYS, and VIDEOS every HOUR!!!

Now Go Check Out those NEW RELEASES ! 

You know you want to! LOL ! You can purchase them HERE !

So Much To Share

Hello Everyone! 
It seems like an eternity since I've been on my laptop preparing a post! Some of you know that I was away on an amazing "Girls' Get A Way" with my dear friends Christy and Jane. We had the incredible opportunity to attend our church's annual Women's Conference in Provo Utah held at Brigham Young University! It was OUT of this WORLD AMAZING! Every year about twenty thousand women from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and their friends attend to hear inspirational, spiritual, temporal, and just everyday counsel based on the gospel of Jesus Christ. Also, to join in on humanitarian efforts to benefit the less fortunate around the world, learn new life skills and just to have fun!  For those who geographically cannot attend, they can view some of the key note addresses, classes and events on TV 
I was blown away by the HUGENESS of this event and how smoothly everything ran especially since there are very few paid employees of the church. Everyone volunteers their time and talents to put this event together, AMAZING! 
Here are a few snippets from my time there...

awaiting the opening presentation~20K women in the Marriot Stadium, woohoo girl power!

 

Checking out one many of the " Sharing Booths" ~ Creative Gardening

 

Checking out the Family History Library ~ 4 floors of Genealogical Records! WOW! Time to find my ancestors in Cuba, Spain, France, Germany and who knows were else!

 

 Walking around Historical Temple Square

 

The view from the Garden Roof Top Restaurant and delicious eats!

 Doing one of the many service projects ~ Making Newborn Hats for babies in Africa

 

It BLEW my MIND to see what 20 thousand women could do, all united in causes for good!

I met my favorite Christian Paint Artist Greg Olson, he signed my new painting!

 

I have a few of his paintings hanging in my home. Below is my favorite! 

Too bad he couldn't sign it, wouldn't fit in luggage lol!

 But I purchased this one below entitled "Let Him In"
 
Can't wait to frame and hang mine :)

The second day it SNOWED! Have you ever seen Tulips in the Snow ?!

My last day there I was able to spend it with my daughter and favorite little grandpeeps! What an AWESOME ending to a FABULOUS WEEK!

There was SO MUCH MORE that I didn't get pictures of, but if you would like info about next years event CLICK HERE

I'm home now unpacking and getting organized for the week, so much to do!  But GUESS WHAT! My friend Robyn The Pink Stamper called while I was away to ask if I would be join her Design Team! Robyn and I have become friends over the past few months and I'm so excited to work with her and join her team!


She has some FUN and EXCITING events coming up
that you won't want to to miss...

FIRST... My Pink Stamper NEW RELEASE this FRIDAY! You're gonna love the new stamp sets she's created!

SECOND...This Saturday is National Scrapbook Day! 
Join Robyn and her Design Team for this EXTRAVAGANZA!
CHALLENGES, GIVEAWAYS, and VIDEOS every HOUR!!!

Whew! That was a BIG POST! Hope you enjoyed and are having a WONDERFUL DAY!

A Shower for Kate

  ~ Hello Everyone ~

Or should I say "Cherrio!" Tomorrow is the BIG DAY for Prince William and Kate, so just as the Brits are celebrating in Royal fashion, we in blog land couldn't resist the opportunity to join the party! Our host for this VIRTUAL Bridal Shower and HOP is none other than Ellen! Did you begin the hop at her blog? If not, click back to the beginning, so you don't miss any of the fun!

My project was inspired by all the FUFFIE (is that a word) HATS, the royals ~ especially the Queen, love to wear for occasions such as this. I wonder how many heads were adorned at Kate's bridal shower? 

 I'm not sure if pale Pink and Yellow are Kate's bridal colors,

but I hear they are making a come back.

 Details :

Hat and Layers cut at 3" from Gyspy Wanderings

Shaped Layers cute at apprx. 4.75 from Elegant Edges

Original Sentiment printed from computer

Pink and Yellow layers to frame sentiment

Fluffy pipe cleaner for "feathers", ribbon and layered bling 

over a button to decorate the hat. 

Now we can't have a Bridal Shower without a lovely favor to GIVEAWAY. One lucky winner will take home this awesome

BLOG CANDY!

Here's how to enter :

1. Simply leave a comment on this post with a way to reach you in case you win.

2. Bonus entry : I would love for you to consider following my blog - leave me a second comment if you are a new or existing follower :)

*** please note, due to shipping I can only accept USA and Canada entries***

Farewell my royal guests! It's time for you to HOP over to 

 Jennifer's Blog   for the rest of the festivities!

Here is the blog line up, just in case you get lost along the way...


Ellen at http://cardmonkey-business.blogspot.com/ 
Alex at http://youhadmeatcraft.com/ 
Jennifer at http://craftycardgallery.blogspot.com/ 
Nicolette at http://beyondscrapin.blogspot.com/ 
Jessica at http://customcreationsbyjessica.blogspot.com/ 
Stacey at http://creatingacraftylife.blogspot.com/ 
Holly at http://scrappily-everafter.blogspot.com/ 
Jacqueline at http://madebyjacqueline.blogspot.com/ 
Corri at http://buglvr.blogspot.com/ 
Mandie at http://mandiesscrappin.blogspot.com/ 
Christel at http://onescrappinsista.blogspot.com/ 
Nadia at http://nadiasbeautifulmess.blogspot.com/ 
Theresa at http://thescrapbookingqueen.com/ 
Lori at http://savingmine.blogspot.com/ 
Michelle at http://queenofmycraftroom.blogspot.com/ 
Dianne at http://diannesscrappycreations.blogspot.com/ 
Monica at http://scraps2treasure.blogspot.com/ 
Amanda at http://stellarscraps.blogspot.com/ 
Brynn at http://flairandfrillscreativity.blogspot.com/ 
Nikki at http://theglamoroussideofscrapping.blogspot.com/ 
Elaine at http://expressionsbyelaine.blogspot.com/ 
Gina at http://ginascraftingspot.com/ 
Shannon at http://purplelionpaper.com/blog 
Lisa at http://lisahjulberg.blogspot.com/ 
Jen at http://jenscraftcorner.blogspot.com/ 
Sue at http://susanascorner.blogspot.com/

Lacey Days and A Winner

 ~ Hi Everyone ~

I hope you had a fabulous Easter weekend and are enjoying the coming of Spring! It's one of my favorite seasons. 

I am having a blast visiting with my children. It's such a treat when they come home in between college semesters. We have so much fun together - I LOVE MY FAMILY!

My daughter in law, Sheridan informed me that she had found a blog with a lovely lace skirt on it and that she would like to brush up on her sewing skills -WELL! First of all, she said two MAGIC WORDS and practically in the same sentence - BLOG and SEWING! Needless to say, we couldn't make it the fabric store fast enough! LOL!

Thanks to Leanne's Blog - Elle Apparel for sharing her fun Lacey Skirt tutorial. We tweaked the design a bit and went with only one seam with a zipper  in the back, a drop waist with darts, and a small back slit. YAY! It turned out just as we imagined it ! Sheridan even got to wear it for church on Easter Sunday!

the ingredients

 lace placement: crucial

every lace in it's place :)

 sew down carefully

 she's ready for the run way

 a little wrinkly from sitting thru church, but other wise it lays beautifully

 the close up

With all the festivities going on, I almost forgot to choose a WINNER from last weeks GIVEAWAY!

 CONGRATS goes to ...

JESSICA!

She said... "your card is super sweet! TFS. Watched your tutorial on the glass block...thanks so much for sharing. I love the idea and can't wait to try one myself :)"

You've Got Mail!

I am sharing this on...

It's Earth Day

~Hi Everyone~

Today I'm joining my sweet friend Gaby for a dual celebration! It's her BIRTHDAY and EARTH DAY! How exciting is that?! I'm your last stop today, so if you missed any of the celebration make sure your start from beginning at Gaby's Blog.

I have 2 PROJECTS to share...

Gaby's fav color is green and earth day reminded me of how awesome GOD'S creations are. Isn't it amazing how all the elements of the earth work together in perfect harmony? Like how the birdies know the danger of frost is gone and they can fly back home from their winter havens. My birdie just arrived with some birthday greetings :)

 You like ?

Next, I wanted to share a quick project I put together a few days ago to celebrate the arrival of Spring! Another of God's amazing gifts. When all is renewed, flowers are blooming, birdies are chirping and the kids in the neighborhood start breaking out their bikes and I start breaking out my flip flops LOL! I LOVE SPRING!

Its a glass block and it's so easy to decorate. 

Check out my "how to" video!

I have some BLOG CANDY up for grabs! Just leave a comment on this post with your contact info and I'll choose a winner Saturday night :)

Here's the hop line up just in case you missed any of the stops...
http://www.gabycreates.com/
http://www.cookingwithcricut.blogspot.com/
http://www.crazyaboutcricut.blogspot.com/
http://www.creativecutter.org/
http://www.cricutchick.blogspot.com/
http://www.cricutcouple.blogspot.com/
http://www.cuteandsome.blogspot.com/
http://www.dailygracecreations.blogspot.com/
http://www.funkycards.blogspot.com/
http://www.happynscrappin.blogspot.com/
http://www.itstoristime.blogspot.com/
http://www.justyolie.com/
http://www.lizspaperloft.com/
http://www.melissamade2.blogspot.com/
http://www.paperboutique.blogspot.com/
http://www.scrapbookaholicbyabby.com/
http://www.scrappinmystressaway.blogspot.com/
http://www.scrappinwithmybug.com/
http://www.septemberninth.blogspot.com/
http://www.thescrapbookingqueen.com/
http://www.thunderbirdlindybydesign.blogspot.com/
http://www.youhadmeatcraft.blogspot.com/

Home Sweet Home

 ~ Hi friends ~

I know, I know...I've been MIA for a few days! This is why...

My beautiful family !

I think most of you know that most of my kids are still in college pursuing their degrees and they don't live close to us. So when college semester is over, they all come home to California for some R&R and family time :)  Ryan, my son in law is a therapist and pursuing his PHD in Counseling Psychology at the University of Utah. My daughter Lisset graduated with her bachelors in Interior Design from Brigham Young University, she's a full time mom now. Jaime my oldest son will be graduating this August also from Brigham Young University with his degree in Economics and he plans on attending Law School. His wife, Sheridan will graduate next spring in Bio Chemistry. Jonathan, my youngest is currently working on his bachelors also at Brigham Young and is pursuing a career in the Medical Field.

It's wonderful time when we all get together after a hard school year! We look forward to it so much and my husband and I pretty much drop everything to spend as much time with the family as possible.

 Here's a taste of one of the special things I like to do for my family when we are all visiting...

Step 1 : grind some wheat

 Step 2 : Mix up all the ingredients and make the doe

 Step 3: Let the doe rise

 Step 4 : Admire the lovely loaves while they cool :)

 Step 5 : Slap on some butter and eat!

YUMMY!

There's nothing like the smell and taste of fresh baked home made bread! The family just gobbles it up and I love to 

watch them do it! LOL! Oh yeah, and I have a few slices too :)

Now you know what I'm up to if I haven't posted in a few days :) But no worries, I have a whole bunch of fun projects to share very soon! In fact, tune in tomorrow - I'll be in an Earth Day Hop and I have a GIVEAWAY too!

  Have A Wonderful Day!  

P.S. If you like to learn how to make your home bread, send me a message and

I'd be happy to send you some info.

Jenny's Big Birthday Blog-Aversary

 ~ Hello Everyone ~

Hope everyone is having a great weekend so far! It's time for another celebration and you know how much I love a party! Double Congrats Jenny! Thanks for letting me celebrate with you! If you've come from Julie's blog, you're in the right place, if not no worries, just hop on over to Jenny's blog so you don't miss any of the party fun! 

Today's project is an ode to Jenny's favorite color red and the success I've been having so far growing strawberries in my garden! 

 You like ?

Details :

Card Base and Scallop frame welded and cut at 5.25 Elegant Edges Cart

Cake and Layers cut at 1.75 From My Kitchen Cart

Strawberries and Layers cut at 1.75 Simply Charmed Cart

Sentiment from My Pink Stamper "Fruit & Veggies Puns"

Stampin Up Punch and Ink

Let's keep the celebration going with some BLOG CANDY!

Just leave a comment on this post with a way to get a hold of you! 

And I would love if you considered following my blog :)

It's time to hop along...click the button below to hop on 

over to Sharon's blog

Here's the line up today, just in case you get lost the way...
http://crazyaboutcricut.blogspot.com/
http://www.217Creations.com/
http://www.thescrapbookingqueen.com/
http://cardsbycg.blogspot.com/
www.cricutchick.com
http://www.youhadmeatcraft.com/
http://simplysweetbysharon.blogspot.com/
http://onescrappinsista.blogspot.com/
http://cricutlove1.blogspot.com/
http://www.septemberninth.blogspot.com/
www.gabycreates.com

A Little Lemonade

~ Hi Everyone ~

A little sadness...my mom called to let me know that a dear aunt of mine had passed away. She had cancer and her body finally succumbed to that awful disease. She was a bit older than my mom, but had an uncanny resemblance to her.

I made this card yesterday and thought it would be appropriate to post in her honor. I know that death, although so difficult for us that are left behind, is a passing to another life, one that is eternal. I know someday we will be reunited with those loved ones that have gone before us, that gives me so much peace and comfort. The last time I saw her we were all gathered together as a family, laughing and joking. She told us stories of my mom and her growing up in Cuba and I learned a lot about my grandfather. She prepared a delicious cuban meal that we gobbled up with delight. That's what I'll remember. That's my lemonade.

 

 

Details :

Card Base sized at 5.5, welded from Elegant Edges Cart

Layer sized at 5.25 from Elegant Edges Cart

Tag sized at 2.25 from Preserves Cart

Lemon and Layers sized at 2.25 from Preserves Cart

Sentiment My Pink Stamper "Fruit & Veggie Puns" 

extras: Sakura gel pens, black and white, button, twine and bling.