A Retro-Fresh Book Keeper!

Happy Day to You!!! 

It's Wednesday and although I feel a bit crummy, more on that later, and blogger had been misbehaving in the worse kinds of way this week - I'm in a good mood! hee hee! It must be all the chocolate I've been eating... sigh... yes, it must be since I've gained about 7lbs since Christmas, lol! 

Moving on to the fun stuff for today :) 

There's another Retro-Fresh Challenge up on 

The Greeting Farm Challenge Blog today!!! 

This month, Jess is challenging us to think 'paper dimensions'!!! 

Pop up those TGF stamps by using pop dots, silicone glues, etc. Whatever gives you that extra pop! 

I wanted something to help me keep track of all the books that I own, whether it be on my bookshelf or e-reader, and also, a wishlist of books that I want to read this year! So, I decided to alter a black/white notebook... 

I used The Greeting Farm's Blush Society Stamps, Bonnie and Heart, 

I also used Splotchy and some clear stamps from Lucky Bunnies and Made By: 

I colored Bonnie with Copics and paper pieced part of her dress with My Mind's Eye Portobello Road DP and used a white pen to highlight her a bit to make her 'pop' since everything looked so dark against her white-ish dress... 

On the inside, I added some alpha stickers to create a directory and have started penning in what I have so far :)  This has been one of the best things I've ever created for myself - I no longer have to run to the computer to add stuff in before I forget! Yes, I'm ol' fashion, I like the pen to paper technique too! AND it helps to keep me off the computer too, lol! 

You have all month to play along with the challenge! 

Be sure to stop by and check out what the DT has created too :)

Jessica Diedrich 

April Davis

Joni Wilson

Lisa Gobea

Sharette Smith 

Enjoy your Wednesday!!! 

xoxo 

Riley on the Box! Riley in the Box!

HELLOOO everyone :)

I've missed you all! I've missed blogging and creating!!!

but I'm done being a baby ;) I'm feeling SO much better! and went to the dentist today and got my stitches all out! Yippeee! Such a relief now! and I am still waiting on my Diner Cheeseburger and Fries, lol! Hopefully by the weekend I will be able to munch on that ;)

In the meantime, I have 2 full weeks of awesome challenges and sneak peeks of all kinds to share with you!!!

Today we have another rockin' Riley and Company Challenge for you!!!

This week, Silke has challenged us to create a Gift Box!

I have to admit, I was a bit thrown off with this challenge, hee hee!

It has been a looong time since I've created or altered anything and my brain has been so fogged, I had no idea what I was going to create...

but then I received my order of Riley stamps :) :) :)

Riley came in this awesome clear box! I knew exactly what I had to do ;)

Sorry girlies, but this gift box is for me ;) hee hee!

My Rileys's will be stored in there and place on my shelf for easy access play!!!

I used "Stamping Riley" - he's my new BFF!!!

Every stamper should have him :)

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!

Riley and Company's May Release is almost here!!! and this is our BIGGEST release EVAAA!!!

It's HUUUUGE!!! You won't want to miss it :)

SNEAK PEEKS: Saturday, May 21st - Thursday March 26th

BLOG HOP with FREE Blog Candy: Thursday, May 26th, 10 pm EST (9pm CST)

New Releases Available on Riley Web Site: Thursday, May 26th, 10 pm EST (9pm CST)

THANKS SO MUCH for passing by today :)

Happy Tuesday!!!

Now it's time to go visit the other Moosmates and see what they've created today too :)

Cindy Haffner - http://cindyhaffnerscorner.blogspot.com/ 

Frances Byrne - http://stampowl.blogspot.com/

Heather Prince - http://princessscrapperstamper.blogspot.com/

Jovita Torres - http://everydaylifeinmymind.blogspot.com/

Joy Stagg - http://daiseyfreak.blogspot.com/

Juliet Huang - http://www.julietshuang.blogspot.com/

Kelly Santi - http://sandcastlestamper.blogspot.com/

Laurie Clout - http://stampinvirgo5.blogspot.com/

Margie Cortina {Me!} - http://ohbumbleismemargie.blogspot.com/

Michelle L - http://www.enchantedstamper.blogspot.com/

Sarah Gough - http://www.thinkingstamps.blogspot.com/

Silke Kittmann - http://www.silli-silli.blogspot.com/

Therese Boyd - http://www.paperfrolic.blogspot.com/

Gift Box Details:
Stamp(s): Riley and Company "Stamping Riley" Rubber Stamp
Paper(s): Cosmo Cricket DP, Taylored Expressions Cardstock
Ink(s): Memento Tuxedo Black, Copic Markers
Accessories: Small Circles and Scallop Square Nesties, Dew Drops, Ribbon

Princess Bell{a} Frame

HELLOOO!!!

I've missed y'all :)

My boys and hubs have the week off and we've been cuddling up, staying warm, and doing fun boy stuff all week! I currently have a tent set up in the middle of our living room! a mountain of kid books stacked in our hallway! chalk, paint and other Crayola stuffs all over our dining room table! LOL! I think after our playdate tomorrow, we should declare Thursday afternoon "Clean Up Super-Play-Time" ;) hee, hee!!!

Oi, I had no idea that I was going to be kept away from my laptop for so long :)

But it's been SO worth the memories!!!

It's time for another Pixie Dust Studio Challenge today!!!

and this week's theme is...

"Vacation Time"

Create a card/project that uses Summer colors and/or elements

(Beach, Water, etc.)

Unfortunately, I forgot the 'vacation theme' part BUT...

I did stick with the color theme and it does have a bit of a 'water-wave' vibe to it too ;)

and don't most people go to Disney for summer vacation???

I altered a wood picture frame using Pixie Dust Studio's "Princess Belle"

and Close To My Heart DP...

I used Modge Podge on everything!

Glitter and all!!!

Lots of Sparkle and Bling!!!

Very girly :)

Stop by the STUDIO today for your images :)

And be sure to visit the Pixies for more inspiration!!!

Thanks for stopping by :)

Happy Thursday!!!

I'm barely whispering...

Happy Sunday :)

I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying their beautiful weekends!
And look at me! I survived my Craft Fair, lol! Being sick while trying to mingle and talk with people was not easy, but with the help of my sis, I survived and had fun! Yes, I'm paying the price today with a severe case of laryngitis, coughing and the body aches, but it was all worth it ;)  On the plus side, all of my boys are being so well behaved and understanding and have even found that I can be quite entertaining trying to communicate with them using hand gestures and drawing pics!!! LOL! 

Here are a few other things that I was sellling at my table yesterday using my new fave thing, Modge Podge!...

Another pic frame...

 I used My Mind's Eye, MFT Die-namics and Prima

Notebook using Cosmo Cricket and my Slice...

My Mad Hatter inspired notebook using G45...

And here's a pic of ALL my boys visiting us at our table :)

My sister, Sarabeth, was such a HUGE help! I really couldn't have done it without her!

THANK YOU lil sissy :*)

OH! And a few quick challenge reminders! I cannot believe how I've missed out on this week!

Claudia and Company Monthly Challenge #6:

November's Color Combo: Brown, Creme with a mix of your choice of another color!

And...

Oh, Alice! Chapter 39: Nothin' but Tea and Time on our hands...

"An inspiration piece that looks like a watch , but in this case, the face of "Father Time" is the Mad Hatter himself."

Thanks so much for everyone's love, support, comments!!!
You are all SO very appreciated!!!
I am very much looking forward to starting a new week
and getting better and on track again!

Enjoy the rest of your Sunday! hugs :*)

Say Cheese!

Just popping in to share what I've been up to the last 2 days :)

Other than being sick {ugh!} I've been trying to get my things together for my Craft Fair that is on this Saturday! and have created some fun frames too!

These pics don't show the details very well - I painted the backsides, Modge Podge-ed the front sides and added acetate to the windows to keep the pics safe from dust ;) They are a bit on the simple/plain side, but I think that they turned out pretty well :) 

 My Mind's Eye and Prima products

 My Mind's Eye and The Robin's Nest Dew Drops

Creative Imaginations and Me&My Big Ideas

 My Mind's Eye

 My Mind's Eye and Me&My Big Ideas

 BasicGrey, KandCompany Flowers and Making Memories Ribbon.

Cosmo Cricket DP and My Mind's Eye Die Cut Stickers

 misc paper and 3D sticker.

 Bo Bunny and Prima.

misc. paper and 3D sticker.

Hope you likey! Did you find a fave?!

I've got to get to my lil sick baby boy and catch up on a few things!

See you tomorrow for some Thursday challenges!

I hope that y'all are enjoying your Wednesday :)

Oh, Alice! Chapter 35: "Knock, Knock, Knockin' on Wonderland's Door"

"Alice laughed so much at this, that she had to run back into the wood for fear of their hearing her; and when she next peeped out the Fish-Footman was gone, and the other was sitting on the ground near the door, staring stupidly up into the sky.

Alice went timidly up to the door, and knocked.

`There's no sort of use in knocking,' said the Footman, `and that for two reasons. First, because I'm on the same side of the door as you are; secondly, because they're making such a noise inside, no one could possibly hear you.' And certainly there was a most extraordinary noise going on within--a constant howling and sneezing, and every now and then a great crash, as if a dish or kettle had been broken to pieces.

`Please, then,' said Alice, `how am I to get in?'

~ Chapter 6, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Hey everyone! It's a beautiful day here at Oh, Alice! and we are BACK with another challenge!

Have you ever felt like Alice? Not sure which door, window, or keyhole will be opened or closed next? Not sure which direction you're going but curiouser and curiouser about them all?

What a PERFECT opportunity to explore some new avenues,and walk through new doors we bring you at Oh, ALice this week. Thats right!

Your challenge this week is to create a card or project using a Door, Gate, or Keyhole.

Now, you can also get creative and do a gatefold technique, etc. As long as we can see it's a "Gatefold" or that there is a door, gate, or keyhole somewhere on your project! How FUN is this?

The best part? There's no time limit to play this week, so have fun and here's to opening lots of new doors in the future!

Sorry I'm late for this very important date!!! But here's my project :)
I've been wanting to create something more than just a card lately, but haven't had much time - well, to be honest, it's the patience that has been hiding from me, lol - to really go out of my comfort zone lately ;) But then I remembered how much fun I have when I created these mini-folders in the past! and just knew that I had to make one :) I actually created this a few weeks ago, but never had a chance to post it, until now ;)

I used one of my latest 6x6 sampler packs - Crate Paper's "School Spirit" and dusted off my very handsome Greeting Farm "My Guy Ian" Stamp Set and made this mini-folder! It's so quick, simple and super easy! I added a ribbon loop to make tying a knot or bow easier to stay in place...
I think I'll be creating a ton of these to add to gifts for the holidays! It's the perfect way to gift some of the kids photos, notes and gift cards :)

Here's the backside...

... and a peek of what the inside looks like...

Thanks for stopping by today, I hope you likey!
Enjoy the rest of your weekend :*)

Card Details:

Paper(s): Crate Paper "School Spirit" 6x6 Sampler Pack, Papertrey Ink CS, Neenah Solar White

Stamp(s): The Greeting Farm "My Guy Ian" Rubber Stamp Set

Ink(s): Memento Tuxedo Black Ink, Copic Markers

Accessories: EK Success Border Punch, CM Corner Rounder Punch, misc Ribbon

StampInsanity Stamps Challenge #6

G'morning!

I believe that I may be getting myself on track again! Yea!!!

So let's start off with...

StampInsanity Stamp's new challenge for the week!

Create/Alter a box or picutre frame.

"Pierrette" and I

decided to alter a wood picture frame that I purchased from Michaels...

Pic Frame Details:

Paper(s): My Mind's Eye DP

Stamp(s): StampInsanity Stamps "Pierrette" Digital Image

Ink(s): Copic Markers

Accessories: misc. polka dotted ribbon;

Yellow Pom Pom trim and Handmade Dictionary Flower from

Beeez Kneez Kit

Now y'all know you want this adorable button!!!

Challenge Details:

1. Each time you enter a challenge for the month, you will receive one entry into

an end of month drawing for a free digi of your choice.

If you use an SIS image, you get another entry.

The drawing will be done on the first day of the next month.

2. Then, the top 3 entries each week will receive an

“I grooved with the Gurlz” badge to display on their blogs.

We'll distribute the badges on the day of the new challenges.

Easy-peasy ;)

Please visit the rest of the DT for more inspiration!!!

Alison

Beth

Jennifer

Jeri

Lisa

Sarabeth

Suzi

Tonya

Thanks everyone! Enjoy your Thursday!!!

A Princess Pixie Digi/Keepsake Box

Good morning friends! and TGIF :)

*Please scroll down to see Prairie Fairy's latest challenge

and Mini-Guest Designer ;)

- Thank You!!!

I don't normally pre-post anything,

but I really wanted to share what I made with you today

and not be late in getting my boys ready and out

to finally go see the Easter Bunny this morning! ;)

This has turned into one of my prized lil creations

that I don't think I will ever want to part with, lol!

I hope y'all like it just as much as I do :) 

... and I am going to enter it into the following challenges too! :)

- KL Stampin' N' Scrappin' Challenge #23 - Boxes and Baskets

- Little Red Wagon Challenge #22 - Roll into Spring

- Papertake Weekly Challenge - Open Theme!

- Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge #76 - Pink, Green and Flowers 

- Stamptacular Sunday Challenge #52 - Flower Power 

- The Pink Elephant Color Theme Challenge #60 - Pastels

- Crafty Creations Challenge #61 - Anything Goes!

Let's start from the beginning...

Ever since I saw and fell in love with fellow Pixie,

Tammy's {of Fun Paper Candy} 

"A Box Full of Digi Love"

I have been itching to create a box to house my digi images too!

As soon as I saw this paper pack from Close To My Heart,

I knew that it would go perfectly with ALL of my Pixie Dust Princess' digi images!

And then I remembered Tammy's wonderful tutorial...

... and finally, here it is ;) 

Here is an open view...

Top view of the box... the lid...

featuring "Cinderella"

Front view and flap...

feauturing - "Royal Ride" Digital Image

Left side... "Belle the Beauty" 

Right side... "Sleeping Beauty"

Back view... "Snow White"

{ the life of a mommy and a 3yo trying to get a much needed cookie, lol! }

He accidently bumped my arm when I was trying to give her a bit of eye shadow ;)

Ooops!

I received these lovely Flutter Flowers by Making Memories

from sweet Kathy of Digital Doodles!!!

Please go by and see her new images!

- and join her club!!!

My Royal Digi Box Holder Details:

Paper(s): CTMH "Daydream" DP/CS Collection   

Stamp(s): All from Pixie Dust Studio's "Princess Parade" Collection

Ink(s): Copic Markers and Atyou Spica Glitter Pens

Accessories: Making Memories Flutter Flowers; Prima e. Pearls;

Spellbinders Small Circle Nestabilitie; Martha Stewart Scoring Pad

Thank you sooo very much for stopping by this wonderful Friday :)

See you bright and early tomorrow for another Alice-purrrfect challenge!!!

hugs!