just for fun...some NSD projects | 2013

I thought I would pop in and share my NSD layouts!
One was for a challenge at 2Peas using mistable chipboards:

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Another layout was for a NSD challenge over at Shimelle's blog and scrapbooking with fabric.
I used fabric scraps from my stash. I really couldn't give you a name or designer on most of it.
I also incorporated the triangle trend. Envisioning this one in my head really paid off!

And, finally, I participated in a challenge over at 2Peas that was just for fun!!
I used a color combo that I normally wouldn't gravitate towards, and was pretty pleased with how it all came together :) I mostly used elements from Maggie Holmes' line and Crate Paper.
I submitted this image via my phone and uploaded it to my gallery. I knew if there was any chance whatsoever of me doing anything that day, that was the way I had to go.

As school winds down here (insert a bajillion activities) life is full!

I will have a new video up at 2Peas next week for the Scrap Your Stash series!!
I wonder if my nerves will ever calm down doing those videos??!! ;P

Have a great weekend!
xo,

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what's happenin'...

May is...2nd to December in the land of exhaustion around here.
end of year activities at school along with sports--high school track + soccer.
that's what's happenin'...

I am so psyched for the Regional track meet tomorrow...I will be doing my fair share of nervous sweating and cheering and trying not to take blurry photos or maybe not taking photos at all! ha!
so proud of this girl for persevering through some tough stuff!! (insert ugly, blubbering, Mommy cry here).  she's so fast...we aren't sure where she gets it...but I like to think a part of my Dad is living through her since he was a stellar track athlete. more crying... ;)

I have had my share of scrappy projects and deadlines as well :)
all good things. indeed. that's what's happenin'

needless to say, the blog will be the first area of neglect.
I wonder, though, do many people read blogs anymore?
I can say that I peruse and browse, but generally don't hang around much or too long to even comment.
With the onslaught of different social media outlets there are so many ways to connect..very quickly connect!

so...I am around...just busy around! :) living life and feeling full of its blessings!!

you can always catch me on Instagram or Twitter. you can guarantee I will pop in there more regularly!
Happy Wednesday, friends! :)
Make it a good one!

xo,

NSD with the Garden Girls | Two Peas in a Bucket

Join the Garden this Saturday for one of our favorite days of the year - National Scrapbook Day! The Garden Girls will be hosting chats on the General Scrappin' forum. We've prepared challenges with plenty of opportunities to win prizes. We've got a special sale for you and a series of inspiring Garden Girl projects to share! Find everything from the Classes & Events section beginning at 8 am CST Saturday morning. And finally, collect some shiny badges for your Two Peas profile.  Here is a peek of a project that you will see from me!! :)   Here's the chat schedule (all times are Central time): 9 am Chat with Melissa + Paige 2 pm Chat with Nancy, Wilna + Lilith 7 pm Chat with Marcy + Lexi See you then! p.s. Not able to join us that day? Our challenges will be open all week, and our Spring Clearance will still be going!

***Also,don't forget to check out our 
*NEW* digital section!!***

Here are a couple of my favorite digital items:

Marcy's "Say Cheese" printable

Photo Frames

 

I hope you all have a fun and creative time!! See you around!!

xo,

what I'm loving right now...

I thought I would do a quick little post about scrapbooking supplies that I keep reaching for repeatedly in my stash.

I will limit it to my top 3, otherwise this could go on...

1) My Mind's Eye Enamel dots:

I don't know what it is about these little bits, but I love 'em!! I can't seem to make a layout without putting at least one or two on for a finishing touch.  The images above represent some of the newest ones from their mid release.
So, I am thinking these need to JUMP into my cart in multiples of at least 3 each!! ;) HA!
AND!!! over at Two Peas in a Bucket they are running a deal of getting free paper with a minimum MME $10 purchase...yes, please!! 

 

2) Composition and Color by Allison Kreft for Webster's Pages

 

I'm really a fan of it all...the papers, journaling cards, little coordinating bags, and trims.

It's just such a fun collection and one you will see me use until it's gone!  :)

3) Evalicious Stamps

 

I am *buliding* my collection of these ;) The images are fun and easy to use for Project life, cards, layouts or any quick project. What I LOVE about them is that the images stamp crisp and clean 100% of the time. Some stamps just don't deliver that quality.

They are a rubber mounted stamp without a wood base. I store mine in a small 4x6 album. I adhere them to a clear transparency cut to size to fit in the album sleeve. And I use the little image that comes with the stamp to put on the outside of the sleeve to quickly identify each stamp.

For a limited time Two Peas is running a special on these. 

 

I believe I know what is going to make it's way into my cart this weekend! ;)
I must show some restraint, though...after all, we do need to eat! bummer... ;)

I would like to do this "what I'm loving right now.." on a monthly basis, possibly, depending on if you like it and find it helpful as to why I use and love certain products. I could even show you how I use each product on layouts that I have done!!

I hope you all have a fun-filled weekend!

xo,