Lots of Layouts!

Here is one big mish mash of layouts (some for CT's, some just for fun!), everything is linked with full size images and credits! :o) See? I swear I HAVE been getting things done! ;o)

PHEW! And now you're all caught up on what I've been doing! :o)

ESS

Well today I'll be spending the day doing a massive overhaul on this puppy! We're in the middle of doing some major house stuff. This week we're focusing on getting the yards beautified, and naturally, today it's pouring rain! So today is the perfect day for updating. :o) First lets talk about the cute kits I've been working with for my CT's. For ESS I'm working with Wendy Page this month! The first kit that I used is called 'Spring Rebirth Collab' with SuzyQ Scraps. Images are linked!

I've also worked with the April Mega Kit which is a really cute ocean theme this month. All the images are linked!

Guest CT spots!!!

I can't believe that I forgot to mention this before, but I've been accepted to Guest CT for two yes TWO of my FAVORITE designers!!! In June I'll be CTing for MK Designs, and in July for NewLifeDreams Designs, both at Shabby Pickle!!! YAY! I cannot WAIT to show off during those months! :o)

Studio Tangie Blog... Flight Lessons!

For Tangie Baxter's brand spankin' new blog, my job is to write tutorials. Every Tuesday, I'll be writing tutorials for different projects in Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro, and hopefully Photoshop Elements when I get my hands on it. :o) As we all know I'm a bit wordy, so these tutorials can be followed just from the copious amounts of screen shots or, if you're new to a specific lesson's subject, you can read step by step how to accomplish the goal. So check it out! There are different topics each day, from photography tips to the chance to win a gift card at Tangie's SHOP !

Ack!

I swear, I did NOT fall off of the planet. I've had some major computer issues that are now being resolved and am in the process of catching up!!! I'll be spending the day today updating my blog and uploading to galleries, so stay tuned! :o)

My first update of the day, is that I've made a couple of layouts for a fantastic charity kit that benefits the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, called Think Pink. Here's the preview of the kit (clickable, as arethe layouts):

My new favorite pass time!

Well as we all know it doesn't take much to get me hooked on things. This newest love of mine is.......... SPEED SCRAP!!!!!!!!!! OMG, could something be any more fun? You should come and join in! My dear friend Becca introduced me to this new addiction and I'm now searching it out every where that I go. I didn't have to look far this time, since it's being held at my new CT, Digital Candy . The upcoming speed scrap will be held on Tuesday March 3rd, at 12noon EST. Just head on over to the chat room, open up your program, and get ready to have a blast. And for anyone on CT's, I swear this is a great way to have a TON of fun, get to know new people AND get some work done! YAY! This Speed Scrap is being hosted by Trixie Scraps, and just for participating you'll get a FAB mini kit from Whimpychompers!!! So pour yourself a margarita and warm up those computers, girls!

Tangie Baxter, Creative Genius

This is, more than anything, an ode to Tangie. Tangie Baxter is a FAB designer at Scrapbook Graphics, who has a warm, vintage style. Last week I was lucky enough to be accepted onto her creative team, and I just can't say enough wonderful things about the ladies there! Everyone (including Tangie) is genuine, supportive, and full of innovative, creative ideas. And can you say organized??? This is my kind of lady! :o) I don't have any of my own layouts to show off yet for Tangie, but I do have something to share that if you have an opportunity, you should take part in.

Just click on the photo to take you right to the challenge. :o) So if you're looking for a place to spread your creative wings, the altered art challenges are fantastic! You won't BELIEVE some of the wonderful things that come out! :o)

Nikki's CT, my first post!

Well a few days ago, I found out that I've been accepted to Nikki Scott's CT! YAY! This is a fantastic group of girls, I'm so excited to be working with everyone! :o) Here are my layouts for Nikki's new kit A Lad's World. Thanks for reading! :o)

Just for fun! :o)

Here are a few more recent layouts, just posting them for fun. :o) Credits are underneath the layouts. :o)

Lily Designs and Catherine Designs, "By The Sea"
Jofia Designs, "Candy Beach" (sand)

Petit Moineaux, "Un Autre Monde"

Jofia Devoe, "It Is Bathtime"
Lily Desings, "Cute As A Button" (frame)

Jofia Devoe, "It Is Bathtime"

Holly Designs, "Bedtime Stories"

Jofia Devoe and Holly Designs,"Celebrate"

Jofia Devoe, "Smell of Summer"

Sunshine Seaside

I was lucky enough to be chosen to work with a REALLY cute kit, called 'Sunshine Seaside' by Sara Ellis. It's just adorable! Vibrant colors and fun elements make this kit perfect for scrapping little ones (or big ones!) and their ocean adventures. You can find this kit and more of Sara Ellis' designs here: http://www.gottapixel.net/store/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=40. Here is my layout and a little preview of the kit! :o) (And yes, that is actually a shark behind Dillon in that photo...)

An Ode To AnnaBV...

The lovely AnnaBV has a new kit out, called 'Cheyenne'. I've been lucky enough to be creating for Anna for a few months now, and she is one of the sweetest girls around! The kit is absolutely lovely, and filled with springtime goodies! It's available HERE and take a look around her store! It's fab!
Here is my layout for Cheyenne...



And my layouts for some other kits of hers...

'Hearts Of Gold'



'Secret Garden'



'XOXO'

Breathe in the new!

Hello everyone! This is my very first blog post (obviously). I have finally decided to enter the 21st century and make myself a blog! This is where my creative juices will have their home. I am a signature designer for 2 forums, including a big shout out to my Crumbsnatchers girls (www.crumbsnatcherssigs.proboards.com), without whom I would be nowhere. Love you all! I'm starting to channel my creative juices into scrapbooking as of late. It's so much fun! I'm working on creating a scrapbook for my son, which he may never appreciate, but I certianly will. :o) I'm also considering "writing" a storybook for him as told through scrapbooking pages as a fellow designer suggested.

A little about my personal (and very uninteresting) life: I'm a SAHM to one son, Dillon, who is almost 18 months old as of today. He is my entire world, and unfortunately for me that means that I don't have much of a life outside of this house, which is how I got into designing. Who needs fresh air when you have photoshop? :o) I've made a whole new world of friends and supporters through my little hobby, and I wouldn't change that for anything. Dillon keeps me very busy, as do his messes, but my little monkey is happy and healthy and could bring a smile to anyone's face in a heartbeat.

That's all for now, I think I'll post a few of my most recent layouts soon, after I breathe a bit of life into this blog. :o) Thanks for reading!