Bottoms Up!


Celebrating a new addition in the family? Make a sweet Diaper Mini Album
using the A2 Diaper Card Die by 
TOP DOG DIES
to commemorate the special occasion!

I had a blast making this little album.  I started with plain white cardstock and used it
as the base for both pieces of the album (the back panel and front panel). 
To make the album extra sturdy, I die-cut the front panel from this adorable 
patterned paper by Doodlebug Design.  I glued the patterned piece over the top
of the white cardstock using Zip Dry...quick and easy!

The back panel includes the tabs that slides easily into the slits found on the
front panel.  I did use a dab of glue so that the tabs can't slide out of place.

I only embellished the fronts of the diaper, but I did add a patterned paper to the
back; it makes a nice area for a photo.




The diaper card allows you to tuck into a tag or invitation.
For the album, I cut some white cardstock to 3X4 and then topped each one
with a patterned paper and a tab of ribbon by May Arts.

Around the leg opening, I added some yellow pom trim by May Arts Ribbon.
I used a crop-a-dile to punch holes in the side of each page and then added
a large ring to hold them all together.

Shop Top Dog Dies for a huge assortment of steel rule and wafer thin dies!
Have a happy weekend!
Friday, January 10, 2014 January 10, 2014
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Family Forever

Now that Max and Molly have made the scene, it's time to introduce
FAMILY FOREVER
by Bella Blvd

Bella Blvd is bringing a new 'watercolor' look with pieces in this collection...
I love the mix of the graphics, hand-drawings and watercolor effects!
With that being said, I feel in LOVE with this particular paper from the line:

 This is Sunday Brunch...the colors are so vibrant and fun!

Here is a peek of a card that I made for the booth at CHA


Visit the Bella Blvd blog to get a better look at each patterned paper and accent...
also, don't forget to comment so that you're entered to WIN-IT-BEFORE-YOU-CAN-BUY-IT!
Good luck!

Friday, January 10, 2014 January 10, 2014
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Lucky Starz

The final new collection is taking the stage today!
If you love Side B papers like I do, then this collection is a must-have
for your paper-crafting stash.
BELLA BLVD

An assortment of starz in beautiful Bella colors!
Will mix 'n match easily with any Bella Blvd papers and embellishments that you have on hand.

Gulf is my favorite of all of the colors, so of course this paper captured my heart!

Here is a look at the entire collection:
Visit the Bella Blvd Blog to see each piece up close AND leave a comment
so that you're entered at a chance to WIN-IT-BEFORE-YOU-CAN-BUY-IT!
Good Luck!

Friday, January 10, 2014 January 10, 2014
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Molly

Max's sister, Molly, is making her debut today at 
BELLA BLVD

And YOU could possibly Win-it-before-you-can-buy-it!
Molly might be boy crazy and obsessed with text messaging her friends,
 but deep down inside she wears an invisible crown & loves to sparkle & shine. 
She’s a tween, full of spunk and flair, obsessed with taking selfies & dancing all night with her 
girlfriends to her favorite playlist. Stay cool this winter with Molly from Bella Blvd.

Here is a peek of a card that I made with one of my favorite papers from the collection, Borders:

I just adore the sweet foxes...along with the throwback cassette tapes.
And aren't the colors yummy?!?

Here is a look at the entire collection...
See it all in detail, and enter for a chance to WIN IT on the Bella Blog:
www.bellablvd.typepad.com
GOOD LUCK!


Wednesday, January 8, 2014 January 08, 2014
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Max

Hello, hello!
Today we are taking a closer look at the 
MAX COLLECTION by BELLA BLVD
 www.bellablvd.typepad.com
And YOU, my friend, will have the chance to:
WIN-IT-BEFORE-YOU-CAN-BUY-IT!
 Max is seriously cool.
 He’s too old for toys, but totally interested in his new guitar and creating the perfect playlist to jam to. Instead of focusing on his homework Max dreams of being a rock star, going hunting with his friends someday, & even beginning high school with all the pretty girls. Chill out with Max from Bella Blvd.

Generally I am a "B" sided-paper-girl, but there is just something about the 
Rock Star paper (side A) that does it for me!
I love Stephanie's hand-drawn art and these guitars are perfect in my book!

And as a cardmaker, I'm really lovin' the new Candid Cards
There are also several cards in each pack that you can journal on too!

Here is a look at the entire collection:

So those are two of my favorite picks from the Max Collection...
if you'd like to see more AND enter to WIN-IT, then visit the Bella Blvd Blog
GOOD LUCK :)
Tuesday, January 7, 2014 January 07, 2014
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Copper Mountain Giveaway!

A few of us at Bella Blvd were invited to 
make a couple of cards with the "Copper Mountain" Scrapbook Kit by
STUDIO CALICO
www.studiocalico.com

Studio Calico has been gracious enough to offer a Copper Mountain Card Kit
to one of my lucky readers :)  Be sure to leave a comment on this post 
and we'll have a drawing next Monday!

The kit includes an exclusive wood veneer piece that I cut down to fit the card size.  
I backed the veneer with punched circles of paper from the 6X6 Paper Pad and then 
traced the shape onto the green diamond paper, cut out and adhered to the back.

Also found in the kit is the 12X12 "Snapshots" patterned paper by Bella Blvd.  
Using a few watercolor pencils by Faber Castell, I colored in the houses and clouds
found in the design of the paper and then trimmed out.  
You will also find the small heart print (which is Side "B" of the Snapshots paper)
in the 6X6 Paper Pad; here I die-cut it into an oval shape and then stamped the sentiment
(from the exclusive stamp set) over to the side.
One of the sweet puffy heart stickers, found in the kit,  was added to the door front.

The Copper Mountain Scrapbook Kit is still available, along with a couple of the
other monthly kits!  Check them out at Studio Calico!

GIVEAWAY**GIVEAWAY**GIVEAWAY

**Now for the Giveaway**
Just answer the question using Rafflecopter to enter:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

I'll be back tomorrow with some sneaks of the new collections by Bella Blvd...
you'll have a chance to Win-It-Before-You-Can-Buy-It!
See you then!
Monday, January 6, 2014 January 06, 2014
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Pink Stuff

Just in case you missed it, here are the Sneak Peeks for
PINK PAISLEE's Winter Releases!



I'm seeing a lot of navy, kraft and coral this season...so pretty!
And just wait until you see all of the bits and pieces that will compliment each collection.
I'm really lovin' this new side of Pink Paislee...what do you think?!?
Stop by the blog this week for full reveals:
Hope you're staying warm 'n toasty...have a beautiful Sunday!
Sunday, January 5, 2014 January 05, 2014
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A Giving Heart

Hello again!
I'm getting back on track this week with my Friday post for
TOP DOG DIES

By using the Heart Album Finishers Dies, this card came together within a few minutes!
I cut the patterned papers from Doodlebug Design's Lovebirds Collection.
To create the pocket for the gift card:

Apply foam dots to the back of the scalloped heart (making sure that there is
enough room for the card to be tucked into) and then attach it to the front of the heart.

I wanted to attach the heart to an actual 'card' so I folded a piece of white carstock
in half and placed the heart die along the crease (as shown above) before cutting.

Line the two pieces up and adhere together.

And now you have an area to write a little note!

Aside from a gift card, you can tuck in cash or your own handmade coupons.
February 14th will be here before we know it...this die-set will help you to create
all sorts of fun projects for the month of LOVE!
Check out more inspiration and the full line of dies offered at 
Friday, January 3, 2014 January 03, 2014
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Make It & Bake It

Today I'm up with a handmade gift idea that will showcase your awesome crafty, 
as well as yummy baking skills.  I recently ran across a similar idea in a magazine and 
thought it would be the perfect project to make with the new "Wishes" Collection by
AUTHENTIQUE PAPER
blog.authentiquepaper.com


This unique cookie, treat box uses just one 12X12 sheet of paper and a section of acetate
 overlay. (I had a few of these in my stash that had printing on one end...
I just trimmed the printed end off and used the clear portion for the top).



To make the box:
1. Score "Merriment" 12X12 paper at 1.5", 3" 4.5", 7.5", 9" and 10.5" marks;
 turn paper horizontally
2. Score paper at 1.5" and 10.5"
3. Fold the 3" and 9" score marks in towards the center of the paper
 
 4. Fold the 4.5" and 7.5" score marks up to form the 'sides' of the box
5.  Turn the paper; fold in at the 1.5" and 10.5" score marks. 
 
6. Where the horizontal and vertical score marks intersect, cut a slit into the paper
 just up to where the marks meet; glue edges together to form box shape
7.Cut a piece of acetate to measure 5.5" X 9"; score (lengthwise) 1.5" from each edge and crease the acetate.  Apply high-tac adhesive to ONE of the sides and adhere to the inside of the box. 
8.       Embellish the top of the box with ribbon, doilies and pieces from the 
"Wish" Enhancement and Details sheets.
 
 You may wish to line your box with wax paper or tissue before filling with goodies.
Now, who wouldn't want to receive such a sweet treat!?!

Authentique Products: Wish Collection- Merriment Paper; 
Enhancements Cut-Apart Paper; Details Stickers; 6X6 Bundle
Other Products: Ribbon-May Arts; Adhesive- Scrapbook Adhesives and Sookwang; 
Doily Die- Lifestyle Crafts

Hope your first weekend of 2014 is amazing!
Friday, January 3, 2014 January 03, 2014
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Continuing on...

HAPPY NEW YEAR
to my crafty friends!
2014 has started off with a couple of announcements:

First, I am really very happy to be representing
SIMPLE STORIES
again for a third year!  
Just wait until you see the new product that will begin
revealing this next week...swoonnnn!

And another company that is near and dear to my heart:
PINK PAISLEE
You will see lots of new faces for the 2014 year;
myself, along with Jess Mutty and the Digital Team are the
only ones to carry over from last year.  
A talented lot of ladies and super sweet to boot!

Pink Paislee is taking on an entirely different look for the new year...
you will not believe your eyes...it's THAT good :)

Again, everyone will be starting the reveals of their newest
 Collections and Products next week!
BELLA BLVD
has a quick little sneak of some of their newest things up today:
  Stop by the blog and see a little sampling:


Thursday, January 2, 2014 January 02, 2014
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