In with the new @ Candy Shoppe Designs

The new challenge is now posted at Candy Shoppe Designs and it's all about the new! It's a new year, new beginings, new experiences, and NEW Product!! We are challenging you to scrap a LO using the newest product you currently own. Heck, it can be something you bought last year, as long as it's the new to you, that's all that matters.

This LO is all about Koen's very first ice cream cone. The little man is 2.5 years old and had never had one before, so I had to remedy that and make him up one awesome cone and a LO to go with it! BTW, he LOVES ice cream cones now :)

New Products Used:
*Sparkly Fluff - Rockin Pink
*Delta Starlite Dye - Robin Blue
*American Crafts pp - Junior - Rock On
*g.c.d studios/Melody Ross pp - Artsy Urban Collection - Blue Floral

Here is a close up of the paper pieced cone I made! I have just recently decided that I love paper piecing, even though I know I need much practice. See that sparkly Fluff?! It is so freakin' awesome, I have found a new love!

This month over at Candy Shoppe Designs we have an amazing sponsor that goes by the Sweet name of Blue Moon Scrapbooking. If you have been looking for an online store that carries the best of the best then head on over and check out Blue Moon. You won't be disappointed!

Here is a little looksie at the prize up for grabs:

You wanna know what's awesome about this prize? You don't even have to complete the challenge to win it! So make sure to head on over to Candy Shoppe Designs and complete these few simple little things!

To enter:

All you have to do is leave a comment answering this question....."What is the NEWEST Scrapbooking goodie that you currently own?"

For an even better chance at winning let us know if you have:

-Become a Sweetheart (Follower)

-Posted our Link Badge on your blogs sidebar

-Posted about us on your blog to invite others to check us outand/or

-Have participated in this NEW challenge.

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A day in the life of me!

So, as promised I have my collage done for 'photo an hour' challenge that can be found here.

This was quite a fun challenge for me to complete. It's interesting to look at your typical day and see what you have done, or where you have been. I know I rush through every day just trying to get things done and sometimes I forget to take a step back and truly take a look at my life. I have so much to be thankful for and I have been blessed with a wonderful life. I just need to remember that sometimes and not take everything for granted. That is what this challenge has taught me. I know that this is something that I will look back on and treasure for a long time. I picked a very special day to complete this on as well....because as you can see in the collage there is a baby! That is my niece, just minutes old! Her name is Allison Kay, and she is the most beautiful little girl!! Another blessing in my life.

I would like to challenge you to photo your typical day. If you do, let me know, as I would love to see your collage!

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It's time to get DIRTY!!

That's right people! It's time to get dirty and scrap about life!

The New DT has been announced over at Dirty Scraps and I am so excited to be a part of it working alongside some amazingly talented ladies to scrap the dirt, the nitty gritty, life.

~Our Dirty Goals~
We are here to inspire you to throw your fear to the side.

Make paper work for you!

You don't have to always scrap those perfect moments,it is OK to scrap the blurred photos of life.

Those fantastic moments, those horrible moments, the funny moments, scrap it the way you want it done!

It's your book, it's your life, do it your way.

SCRAP IT DIRTY, get your hands dirty, play with paper.

Life is full of knock you down moments, and lift you high moments, why not remember them all?It's all about scrapping from your point of view.

We are here to support, recognize, and encouragethe true strength it takes to speak out and bethe person you want to be!


Are you ready to get Dirty?! If so we would love to have you join us. There is a challenge up right now that is just waiting for you. So come on over!!!

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Are you up for a real life challenge?

My friend Pamela aka: EssenseVibez is hosting a really awesome challenge on her blog here.
She is challenging us to 'Photo your hours'. For instance, on a typical day, take your camera along with you and take one picture an hour to basically document your day. I think this sounds like fun and a great way to see your daily life activities, whether it be a walk, the grocery store, a stoplight - warning, this may be dangerous though ;) So please head on over and check it out. She's a sweetheart and welcomes new friends like I welcome double chocolate chip brownie ice cream....with love! Much love!
I will be posting my pictures as soon as I get this done! I hope you join us!!

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JuJu Bee's Dec & Jan Kit preview

Today I have previews for JuJu Bee's January & December Kit that are available NOW to order! Both kits feature some yummy Pink Paislee and are just pack full of wonderful product to play with! Julia always wants her customers to be satisfied and you can definately tell by looking at these kits!!

January Kit

Featured paper is by Pink Paislee Amber Road.

CONTENTS

PAPER

1- Pink Paislee Amber Road Fall Festival (Die-Cut)

2 - Pink Paislee Amber Road Postcards

2 - Pink Paislee Amber Road Bonfire

2 - Pink Paislee Amber Road Apple Cider

1 - Pink Paislee Amber Road Harvest Hayride

1 - Pink Paislee Amber Road Autumn Blossom

1- Pink Paislee Fascinating Spectacular

1- Basic Grey Pattern Paper Granola

1- BoBunny Double Dot Cardstock Paprika

1- American Crafts Cardstock Black

1- American Crafts Cardstock Stone

EMBELLISHMENTS

1- Package of AC Fabric Thickers Patchwork Black

1- Package of Prima Flowers Alabaster (6 pieces)

1- Package of Prima SIIP Mixed Crystal Black/Red

1- Package of Basic Grey Designer Half Pearls

1- Package of Maya Roads Vintage Pearl Pins (30 pieces)

1- Package of Pink Paislee Captivating Petals

1- Package of BoBunny Chipboard Swirls & Brackets Wild Berry

1- Yard of May Arts Crochet Lace Ivory

1- Yard of May Arts Ric-Rac Black

1- Yard of May Arts Ringlets Burgundy

2- Yards of May Arts String Burlap

10- Prima Leaves Ivory

1- Exclusive Sketch by Trisha (will email to you)

December Kit

Featured papers from Pink Paislee's Mistletoe Collection.

CONTENTS

PAPER

1Pink Paislee Mistletoe & Co Reindeer Games (Die-Cut)

1- Pink Paislee Mistletoe & Co Postcards

2 - Pink Paislee Mistletoe & Co Joyeux Noel

2 - Pink Paislee Mistletoe & Co Naughty or Nice

1 - Pink Paislee Mistletoe & Co North Pole

1 - Pink Paislee Mistletoe & Co Santa's Workshop

1- Making Memories Mistletoe Flocked Snowflake

1 -BoBunny Jack Frost

1- Basic Grey Figgy Pudding Glacier

1- American Crafts Cardstock Straw

1- American Crafts Cardstock Pomegranate

EMBELLISHMENTS

1- Pink Paislee Mistletoe & Co Punchouts

1- Pink Paislee Fascinating Chipboard Alphas

1- American Crafts Thickers Darling (Chestnut)

1- Fancy Pants Clair de Lune Titles & Tags

1- Fancy Pants Clair de Lune Rub-ons

1- Fancy Pants Glitter Cuts Lace Border

1- Package of Basic Grey Buttons Boxer (66 pieces)

1- Package of Prima Say It In Pearls

1- Package of Maya Road Felt Beaded Blossoms Cream & Brown (6 pieces)

1- Package of Jenni Bowlin Chipboard Buttons Wallpaper (12 pieces)

1- Yard of May Arts Ric-Rac Brown

1- Yard of Fancy Pants Daily Grind Ric-Rac (Cream)

1- Yard of Fancy Pants Christmas Magic Ball Trim (Powder)

1- Package of Handmade Crochet Flowers by 62cards (Cream -3 pieces)

1- Exclusive Sketch by Trisha (will email to you)

If you are interesed in one or more ;) of these kits then make sure to head on over to the store and pick one up for yourself! With a membership they are only $32.95 a month. Without a membership they are $35.95 and those prices INCLUDE the shipping!! That's a pretty great deal!

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BlueMoon Scrapbooking

This month over at Candy Shoppe Designs we have an AMAZING sponsor that I wanted to Spotlight on my personal blog as well. BlueMoon Scrapbooking. I have been to their website and Oh my goodness, let me tell ya, they have it all and plus some! Not to mention they also have one fantasic Design Team, a blog and Gallery full of endless inspiration to feast your eyes upon, and kits that are definately drool-worthy. I really can't say enough about this Site. You just need to check it out for yourself!! If you want to get your hands on some BlueMoon goodies why not come on by the Candy Shoppe Designs blog and play along with our current challenge. It's always wonderful to see new faces :)

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Necklace Tutorial

First off I have to appologize for the dark pictures. I always think it's a great idea to do my tutorials at night and no matter how awesome my camera is the person behind it needs to learn how to operate her flash indoors :)

Remember this Necklace:

Today we are doing a tutorial on how to recreate it!

I love Scrapbook paper. Like many people I hoard the stuff. We always glue it down and put it in an album, why not wear it and let everyone see that pretty paper we love so much?! This necklace is just the begining of my wearable 'scrapbook' ideas :) I can't wait to share them all with you!

Supplies Needed:

*Dritz Button cover kit (size 3/4 #14)

*Dritz Cover Button refill (size 3/4 #14) You will need a total of 10 buttons.

*Scissors*Felt (Stiff felt works best)

*Hot Glue Gun

*Bead Strand/chain/something to use for necklace!

*Hook & Eye or choice for closure

*Needle & Thread (Not pictured)

*Choice of papers (not pictured)

On the back of your package you will see a circle (I have highlighted it in the picture) You need to cut that out. It is your pattern.

Use this pattern and cut out your desired chosen paper for your necklace. You will need 10 circles. These can be different, the same, just have fun with it!

Now these are the next pieces you will need. A top & bottom button piece, your paper circle, your rubber piece, and the blue piece (I know...I am SO technical with my terms!)

Take your circle paper and turn it over to the negative side and lay your button on the top center. I added a double sided photo square to help keep it in place. This helped out a lot.

Next you want to scrunch the edges of the papers up over the button.

Using your thumb gently push the button into the rubber piece. Make sure to be gentle because this is actually made to be done with fabrics and paper can tear easier.

This is what it looks like when it's securely down into the rubber piece.

Next place the buttons bottom piece onto the open part of the rubber.

Place the blue piece on top of that.

Now using your thumb push down (really hard) onto the blue piece until you feel it snap into place .

Here you see it has been snapped into place and is ready to come out!! All you need to do is bend the rubber back and the button will just pop right out!

And here is out and ready to be used!

And here is a close up of the back side of the button.

Now continue that process until you get all 10 buttons covered.

Cut a piece of felt just a bit smaller then the size of your triangle. Mine measures 2 3/4 x 2 3/4 x 2 3/4. If you are using the 3/4 size buttons then this size felt triangle should work for you as well.

Next you need to lay your buttons on top of your felt to figure out placement. Unless you are an eyeballer like I usually am!!

Now we start to Hot glue our buttons down. I always start at the bottom, it's just easier to make things align better that way. (for me)

Here is what it should look like after it is all glued down.

Next we are going to work on adding the actual necklace part of it. I got ahead of myself (happens a lot with 3 kid helpers) and forgot to take a few pictures....

I was making this necklace for my daughter so to determine the length I just used a necklace that she already owned that we liked the length of. I used embroidery floss and beaded the beads onto one side and the reason I used embroidery floss was so that I could do this:

I thought it would add stability to the necklace to stitch the necklace part directly onto the felt. And then I jut went on from there and kept adding beads to the other side....very easy!


And here is what it looks like when I completed it all....

And I can't forget my precious little model, now can I?! :)

I do have a few little tips/side notes to add....*If you don't want to hot glue the buttons onto the felt then it's just as easy to sew them onto it as well.*On the first necklace I made for the blog hop I added Glossy accents to the buttons - it looks so pretty! Definatley something to try!*Try mixing fabrics, ribbons, and papers into your necklaces...the different textures look great together.
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