Paper Pie Keepsakes

Mini-album love

I am in love with mini-albums, especially really mini, mini-albums, like the scalloped chipboard albums from Maya Road.  They're my favorite gift to create right now and great for many different occasions.  I like how they're quick to put together because they're small, yet they're the perfect size for capturing a good amount of memories on a specific theme.  Here's one that I created recently for a dog lover:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It's all set to go for the recipient with pre-made journaling and photo spots throughout the album.  All that's left to do is filling it with cherished memories.  These chipboard albums offer so many great possibilities.  The pages can be painted, left bare, highlighted with paint, covered in patterned paper, stamped on, misted, embellished and any combination of those.  Just so much fun!  They make great gifts for the holidays too!  I'll surely be giving some :)

Hope you're having a great start to the Thanksgiving week.  Thanks for taking the time to stop by!

~Jennifer

Bountiful

Bountiful are our blessings!  As we head toward Thanksgiving, I can't help but reflect upon the things that I am so very thankful for.  I feel emotional this year as we head into the holiday season.  I am overwhelmed with gratitude for all that I have, the things that fill me with joy, inspiration and love each day.  It doesn't seem enough to simply express this through words.  I am keeping our holidays simple this year, simple in the things that can sometimes overshadow what we should be focusing on during the holidays, so that we can find other ways to express our gratitude rather than in our words alone.  I want my children to know that we must pay it forward in life.  I want them to know that it is so important to acknowledge our blessings and that it is only through our actions and service that we can fully express this gratitude.

 

This is a little sneaky peeky of a project I created for Scrapbook News and Review.  I've got a fun challenge going on over on the SNR Blog pertaining to this project.  I hope you'll hop on over there to check it out for a chance to be featured on the blog!  Also, you'll want to head over their tomorrow evening for a special guest post from the talented Kelly Goree!

See you soon!

Jennifer 

Sorry

I had to pop in quickly and say that I'm sorry for being such a bad blogger lately.  I have two very sick little ones.  My little bit of creative time has been reserved for a few deadlines and I can't share those projects yet!  However, if you hop over to Scrapbook News and Review Magazine today, you'll be able to see some including my class for Bo Bunny on how to create a holiday tussie mussie.  We're having a Holiday Sampler Event that is sure to get your creative juices going for the holidays!  With manufacturers like Bo Bunny, Technique Tuesday, Graphic 45, My Little Yellow Bicycle, Stewart Superior, Fancy Pants Designs, Glitz Design and May Arts, you're sure to be inspired!  Head on over to the forum between 1pm-9pm EST for FREE classes, games, challenges, fast scraps, prizes, and tons of eye candy!  Hope to see you over there in between caring for my sick kiddos.  Now we're off to the pedi to be checked for H1N1, scary stuff :(

Fall is flying by!

Wow!  We're really in late October already!  Can't believe how fast fall is flying by already.  Because of this, I'm getting into some heavy creating time for Christmas.  It will be here before we know it and I want to have all handmade gifts this holiday season. 

I've also been quite busy designing for some very exciting manufacturer spotlights and events coming up at Scrapbook News and Review.  First up this week will be Glitz Designs tomorrow!  I didn't work on this one so I'm really looking forward to seeing what the other girls created.  Then, Technique Tuesday steps into the spotlight on Saturday the 31st and I have been LOVING every second of working with these stamps!  These manufacturer spotlights start at 6pm EST and consist of FREE classes, tons of eye candy, and even prizes!  Hop on over to the forum at those scheduled times to join in the fun.  Spotlights are left up for a while, so you can check out some of the previous manufacturer threads at any time.   Why should the fun stop there?  November will be full of manufacturer spotlights featuring some fabulous companies and a huge Holiday Sampler event!  Details coming soon.  Also, be sure to stop by the SNR blog this Friday evening to enjoy Teresa Collins who will be joining us as a guest blogger!

Okay, I have a quick card to share and then I'm off to do some cleaning around here.  That way I won't feel guilty dedicating my whole evening to scrapping!

I created this card with lots of My Mind's Eye goodies, a Melissa Frances rub-on, and K & Company felt flower for a sweet little girl who turned one recently.

Hope you're enjoying October and having fun getting ready for Halloween!

xo,

Jennifer

Brrrr...

Halloween has yet to come and go and we woke up to flakes flying through the air this morning!  A bit too chilly for me.  The weather just isn't cooperating with our October outdoor activities this weekend.  The snow/rain has stopped for the afternoon and evening so our Daisy's Campfire Sign-along is still on, yes still on in the 30 degree temps tonight.  Then, Sunday is supposed to be our annual family pumpkin day and they're calling for rain, rain, and more rain with temps in the low 40's.  Not sure what we'll do about that yet!  At least tomorrow night's trip to the circus will be indoors, lol.  Busy weekend, huh?  How about you?  Any great fall plans this weekend?

Ooh, I have an exciting announcement that I can now spill... I've been asked to join the admin team over at Scrapbook News and Review as the Blog and Special Features Coordinator!  I'm so excited to take on this roll because I just adore the owners and the entire team.  I'll continue to design layouts, cards, etc. for the magazine and special events, while I'm also focusing in on some front page special features and the blog.  So, I hope you'll subscribe to the blog and join in the fun that just doesn't stop!  Check out that list of upcoming guest bloggers when you hop over there.  They've been fabulous so far and by the look of that list, I know there's much more inspiration ahead!

Before I head out to pack up lots of blankets for tonight, I thought I'd share a layout of my little cutie pies:

Created with lots of goodies from My Mind's Eye, Melissa Frances rubons, and some pretty paint from Making Memories.

Hope you have a wonderful autumn weekend!

xo,

Jennifer

Day to Remember

We had the most wonderful time this weekend at the wedding of my husband's cousin.  He and his new wife are among our favorite people and it was so lovely to witness their wedding and celebrate with them.  Every detail of their day was so unique and true to who they are, making it even more special.  Congratulations to Mike and Carolynn!

Here is the card that I created for their special day:

I apologize for the dark photo here, but I had only one cloudy day to get a picture of this before it was to be sealed off and given to the bride and groom!  You can click on it to have a better look.  It is created with patterned paper from Webster's Pages and Melissa Frances, a Melissa Frances rub-on, Jenni Bowlin rhinestone button, and Wright's ribbon.  The background is embossed with a Cuttlebug embossing folder, one of my new favorites!  

Just stopping in with a quick hello today.  Off to give my little guy snack before some chilly outdoor playtime... brrrrr, fall is surely in the air!

xo,

Jennifer

The Power of Your Mind

I had the incredible pleasure of seeing George Zalucki speak last night for the second time in four months, and let me tell you, what a life changing experience it is.  Among many things, he speaks about the awesome power of the mind and our thoughts.  I could never do it justice trying to explain it here, but encourage you to check out his site and pick up a book or CD to hear it for yourself.  I promise you won't be sorry!  I will never go to see him again without dragging more of my loved ones with me.

I have a few things to share today, since I've been a bad blogger these past two weeks!  First up is a fun layout that was published in Scrapbook News and Review.  My kids have so much fun riding around with the neighbors on their own little John Deer tractor.  I'm so glad I was able to get this fun memory recorded as it is one of those simple pleasures that they seem to enjoy so much!

 

This layout was posted in the Scrapbook News and Review gallery for Cosmo Cricket this summer during the Spring Into Summer event and is one of my fav's!  I love those chubby little baby feet squishing in the sand, another one that I'm so thankful to have captured to cherish forever.  

 

Lastly, a baby card, because you know I love to create anything babies, created with some patterned paper from Graphic 45 and My Mind's Eye, and a darling Melissa Frances sticker.

 

Hope you'll take a moment for yourself to check out the link George Zalucki above and have a wonderful, wonderful day! 

xo,

Jennifer

My Love of Buttons

Don't you just love buttons in paper crafting?  I adore them!  There are so many different kinds and each one has it's own little world of possibilities.  There is something so cute about them when they're involved in projects for babies, something so warm and cozy about them when they're added to shabby, country creations, and something playful and fun about them when they're part of bright and cheery things.  They can be used for both functional and decorative purposes.  I really love 'em!

Here's a Halloween card created with a few button that have been dressed up a bit with paint and pearls:

The buttons used on this card are American Crafts, along with Papertrey Ink kraft cardstock, patterned paper from My Mind's Eye and Basic Grey, and die-cut letters from Making Memories.

Hope you're having a great start to the new week!

xo,

Jennifer

Wow

If you haven't had a chance to check out Scrapbook News and Review this weekend for the Re-Grand Opening Event/FREE magazine weekend, head on over!  Plus, do not miss out on this excellent offer:

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Be sure to introduce yourself on the forum so I can say hello!

~Jennifer

Time to Celebrate...

The double-header, double issue FREE weekend at Scrapbook News and Review Magazine. Come check out the fun and excitement at www.scrapbooknewsandreview.com. From Saturday, September 26, 2009 until Sunday, September 27, 2009, we're celebrating the Grand Opening of our brand new website. Come get a gander at the site, chat on the forum, join in a challenge, play a game or two and the best part of all, see the inside of the magazine for FREE.

Our Special Double Issue -- our largest issue of the year -- debuts on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. EST and from the moment of debut until 8:00 p.m. EST on Sunday, you'll have complete access to the world's largest online scrapbooking magazine. With over 400 layouts (scrapbooking and digital), cards, stamping and altered art projects, product reviews, manufacturer spotlights and more, you'll be amazed at the incredible inspiration, fabulous tips, tricks and techniques, amazing tutorials and exciting eye candy. Don't delay -- register on our site today. You must be a registered user to play.

I'm very excited for the events this weekend over at SNR.  The new site is beautiful with so much to do and see.  If you haven't subscribed to this magazine yet, then you don't want to miss out on this FREE preview.  There is something for everyone in Scrapbook News and Review, so I know your just gonna love it! 

Can't wait to see you there!

~Jennifer