SOS Jan. Challenge - Layout

I made this layout using a picture from Thanksgiving 2009 of my daughter, Victoria 10and myself. We rarely get a good picture together so I just had to scrap this one. I am not sure what pp I used as it is "New" to me. Whenever my cousin and I buy stacks of paper, we always split it as we will never use it all. She has the cover of this stack and I can't find the name of it. The 2 punches I used are new and are from Martha Stewart and I also used new rhinstones in the middle of the flowers. The "New" technique I did was spraying glitter mist on the vertical diecut coming down from the flower. You can't really see it in the picture but it shines nicely IRL. Thanks for joining me today. Now it is your turn to take the January Challenge.

The January Challenge is to do a NEW project. This can be a layout, card, or any kind of project having to do with NEW. You may want to use the word new in your title, this could be about a new year's resolution - or could be a new technique or tool you
used to complete your project. The possibilities are endless. Just complete your project and send a picture along with a description to scrappinpsycho@live.com Your project will be posted here at Scrap Our Stash. The challenge will end at 6:00 PM on January 31st. A winner will be chosen and offered the opportunity to become a Guest Design Team Member for the month of March.

SOS January Challenge - My Tags

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Hello, today I would like to share with you the tags I have been making and swapping. I joined Kinderstampo's Monthly Tag Swaps, found on facebook. Each month you can choose to join the swap or not. Each month your tags must be postmarked by the 15th and mailed to Jess aka Kinderstampo. Jess sets up a theme each month and you can choose the amount of tags you would like to swap. I try and do between 10 and 20 depending on how crazy my month will be. The top tag was made in November, middle tag was December and last is for January. The "New" in each tag are as follows: Nov.; Cuttlebug Dot embossing pad and buttons, Dec.; I-Rock Tool, Bling and Tim Holtz Die, Jan.; Paper Studio Birthday Extravaganza pp and Copics. I really enjoy making tags and receiving them. I am going to challenge myself to get more crafty and detailed in February. Thanks for stopping by... Now it's your turn to take on the January Challenge!!

The January Challenge is to do a NEW project. This can be a layout, card, or any kind of project having to do with NEW. You may want to use the word new in your title, this could be about a new year's resolution - or could be a new technique or tool you used to complete your project. The possibilities are endless. Just complete your project and send a picture along with a description to scrappinpsycho@live.com Your project will be posted here at Scrap Our Stash. The challenge will end at 6:00 PM on January 31st. A winner will be chosen and offered the opportunity to become a Guest Design Team Member for the month of March.

Claudia and Company Spotlight Challenge

I put the spotlight on the bunny as it is to Welcome a new Baby.

On this card, I put the spotlight on Emma's pretty little face.
Supplies for both cards: All About Girls Stack, Copics, Stampin Up Punches and Stamps

Claudia and Company hosts a challenge each month. This month's challenge is to spotlight part of your card. This is the first time I have ever tried this and I had so much fun doing it. The contest ends January 4th, so you still have time to go to Claudia and Company and enter. Enjoy!

Isn't the image adorable? Her name is Emma and you can find her at Claudia & Co and she is designed by Lori Boyd. Claudia just reopened her store under this name as she closed her previous store known as Die Cuts R Us. I am so happy that she is able to expand her store. Go see what fun things Claudia has for sale HERE.

Lori Boyd also has a blog and will be starting challenges too. The first one will be January 6th. Lori is looking for some talented ladies to be on her Design Team as well.GoHERE to get all the details. Thank you so much for stopping by.

A Card and 3 Layouts to Share

"Ella" card for someone special. I used the All About Girls Stack, Copics for the first time and "Ella" image from Claudia and Company designed by Lori Boyd. You can find many great stamps and digis at Claudia and Company plus many other scrapbooking supplies. Claudia had a previous store named Die Cuts R Us and decided to close it as her business expanded to a bigger variety giving her a chance to open a new store.


This is a picture of my mom from 22 years ago. I always loved this picture and just found out finally who took it, my cousin Ricky at a graduation party. My mom is my everything!
Supplies: SEI Moonrise paper and tag, Cricut title, MS Punch, Prima Flowers


This is me and my bestest friend and cousin, Kelly. I got her hooked on scrapping a few years ago. She was just here for a 12 day visit and we scrapped our little fingers off. She is my "sister"!
Supplies: My Mind's Eye Organic, AC Thickers, Around the Block Taggers, Prima Flower, Buttons, SU Ribbon and MM Clips


This is a picture of me, mom and Kelly's daughter, Angelica. We just happened to be wearing pink the same day. This was the night my daughter,Sara graduated HS this past June.
Supplies: DCWV Street Lace, Prima Rhinestones, Crystal Stickers by Mark Richards, Heidi Swap letters and EK Success Punch

Cupcake Craft Challenges Thank You Card

While hopping around blogs this past week. I came across this fun and inspirational blog,Cupcake Craft Challenges. This week's challenge is to make a Thank You card. I am uploading my card that I made last night. The contest ends today, nothing like last minute. Thanks for stopping by and if you have time go visit Cupcake Craft Challenges.

Isn't the image adorable? Her name is Emma and you can find her at Claudia & Co. Claudia just reopened her store under this name as she closed her previous store known as Die Cuts R Us. I am so happy that she is able to expand her store. Go see what fun things Claudia has for sale HERE
Claudia also hosts a challenge blog called Claudia and Company. Each month she has a challenge. This month's challenge is to spotlight part of your card. This is the first time I have ever tried this and I had so much fun doing it. The contest end January 4th, so you still have time to go there and enter. Enjoy!

Happy New Year and Happy Crafting

Hello! So will you make to midnight this year? Will you watch the ball drop? I hope so. The last 3 or 4 years I have not made it to midnight. Sadly, I always wind up falling asleep on the couch watching a movie. Last year I let the girls camp out in the living room because they wanted to see the ball drop - they didn't make it either. I did wake up just after midnight and was able to call my parents and wish them a Happy New Year. My goal, this year, is to scrap until midnight in hopes to stay awake. Wish me luck!! lol I wish you all a very Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas

I hope you all have a wonderful holiday. If you are traveling stay safe and enjoy. Staying home keep warm and cozy with loved ones.


I hope you make a Merry Mess!

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Santa is on his way. Victoria and Emma were tracking Santa on Norad earlier and when the popup came up that Santa's next stop was Canada, Victoria looked at Emma and said, "that is close to us!" Off to bed they went. lol I hope you all have a Very Merry Christmas!

Only 5 More Sleeps

before Christmas arrives! Looking back at my last post, it was titled WOW It's December 2nd; where did the month go? I am so excited for Christmas. I love watching the kids open their gifts and spending time with family. I am done shopping for my girls and their presents are all wrapped - whew! Now to finish the adult family members. This is where I have a minor panic attack. I haven't bought my parents anything yet. I am heading out to shop at 8am before work then back out around 4:30 with my dad. Hopefully I can get all done by Wednesday. I hate wrapping presents on Christmas Eve. I just want to spend the night with Mark and the girls and have a nice dinner and movie night. I hope you all enjoy the last few days before Christmas!

WOW It's December 2nd!

I can't believe Thanksgiving has past and we are already into December. Kelly came to visit for Thanksgiving and is still here. She is staying until Dec. 5. Yay! We have been busy scrapping all week, challenging each other to try new things. Let's just say we haven't slept more than 3 hours each night. Tomorrow Emma will be 8 years old and we will be going to my mom's for dinner and cake. Saturday, we are having her friends over to craft and play, a few of them will be spending the night as well. Check back next week to see some birthday pics and projects I made during my scrapping time with Kelly.