{a lot of scrappin' and a sprinkling of other rand
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Summer CHA Sneak Peaks - Fancy Pants, Karen Russell, Rusty Pickle...Lovin' 'em!
2007-07-17 18:57:00
The Summer 2007 CHA convention starts this Friday...and with it comes the release of some GREAT new products (as if I need any more spending temptation!).
Here are a few of my favorites so far with the sneak peaks I've seen:
Fancy Pants (always a favorite for me):
Evidently, there will be three new PP lines and several new styles of embellishments to match and accentuate.
Karen Russell - some ...
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Wedding Scrapbook Album...Completed!
2007-07-16 21:31:00
So, my wedding gift to my sister-in-law, Katie, was to make a scrapbook of her favorite wedding photos. Well, she got married last October and guess what...yup...the album wasn't done. At least not until this past Saturday, that is. Of course, I didn't actually get the pictures until February or something, but I don't have much for an excuse other than my own procrastination since then (sorry, ...
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SSFS #24 - Quotes: Related to Scrapbooking
2007-07-14 22:01:00
I love to collect quotes and use them in my scrapbooking when I'm at a loss for words or just want a little 'something' to enhance the journaling already on a page. I've even been known to use a quote as a page title before.
These are a few quotes that I've come across lately that really appealed to me in the way that they relate to scrapbooking (and photography also, really).
"The secret to ...
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Story Time at the Library
2007-07-14 09:07:00
At work a few weeks ago, a colleague of mine who takes her son to the same daycare that Kaitlin goes to said, "Kaitlin is signed up for Story Time (at the local library), too, right? Jaden is excited to have her there."
"Oh, yeah..." I had signed her up for this several months ago as it was one of the few summer programs our city offered in the evening and that I could take her to. "When does it ...
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"Yeah, Mom Needs to Lose a Little Weight..."
2007-07-11 19:57:00
Be careful what you discuss with your 5-year-old!
The other night Kaitlin and I were watching "Extreme Makeover" (not a usual for us)...but it was kind of interesting. Anyway, the individuals they were highlighting all had weight issues and it prompted my to say to Kaitlin that we should start going on our evening walks again. We did this A LOT last summer...to the park, to the pool, and just to ...
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Kiddie Pool Fun
2007-07-10 18:32:00
We made a trip to the Kiddie Pool at Memorial Park late last week when it was SOOOO hot...who says it can't break 100 degrees in South Dakota?!
I'm not really sure what she's doing in this picture, but it's still funny!
Just by luck, one of her classmates from Sacred Heart Preschool happened to be there, too, with his dad and sister. Kaitlin was so happy to see him! She hadn't since Preschool ...
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Serendipity Kits July Focus on Photography Contest Entries
2007-07-09 12:15:00
Two of my three submitted photos made it into judging for the Serendipity Kits July Focus on Photography Contest. You might recognize them:
The first is titled "My Little Czech Girl" and the second "Fireworks." Yah, not too creative there, I know. Anyway, if you like them, please head on over and put in a vote for me! I think the voting is only open through tomorrow evening (Tuesday, the 10th ...
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SSFS #23 - Jesh de Rox Fine Art Photography
2007-07-08 09:12:00
I came across a beautiful website earlier this week that I thought I would share with you as a bit of inspiration. Jesh De Rox is a fine art photographer that lives in Western Canada and, as you will see from his gorgeous website, he prides himself in getting to know his clients. Even your journey through his portraits is somewhat customed tailored to you personality...or at least your mood at ...
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Gravel Lines by Amy Seeley
2007-07-07 20:01:00
Why does it always seem that I manage to find (and fall in love with) the most obscure and hard to find songs!! This song is called "Gravel Lines" by Amy Seeley. Case in point:
Let me know what you think of the song. ...
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Way Funny! Courses for Men & Women
2007-07-06 21:57:00
I found these on James S. Huggins' Refrigerator Door and just had to share...some are just way too funny. Simply for your enjoyment, I've highlighted the ones for which I feel my hubby should sign up (I apologize if it's a little too much information on a couple). I am sure that he would certainly be able to highlight a few he wishes I would take, too, but we won't talk about that. :-)
Courses ...
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4th of July Fun & Fireworks
2007-07-05 20:24:00
I hope everyone had a great 4th of July! We sure got our share of fireworks. Of course, my favorite photo of Kaitlin for the day turned out way too dark...tried to 'save' it...not sure if it was successful or not:
Kaitlin kept telling everyone, "I'm a little fire cracker!" with the biggest grin!I got some good fireworks shots again this year...
For some strange reason, the couple that ...
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A Review of Computer Tricks for Scrapbookers
2007-07-04 10:57:00
A Review of Computer Tricks for Scrapbookers by Jessica Sprague.
Creating Keepsakes Description:
Ready to do more with your computer than just printing out your photos and journaling? Now you can! Learn how to create inspiring borders, accents, titles, photos and more with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions from contributing editor Jessica Sprague and her team of creative contributors. ...
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It's My Birthday!!
2007-07-02 19:45:00
Yup, I'm 31 today and after spending an entire week with 13 teenagers last week for YBA (Youth Business Adventure - a camp - more on this later), the wrinkles around my eyes seem to be even MORE prominent!! Oh well!
All in all though, I had a good day.
-Work kept me hopping (trying to catch up after a week out of the office).
-I found out that I got a promotion (in title) AND a raise beyond our ...
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SSFS #22 - Using Blogmemes and Email Surveys for Journaling
2007-07-01 10:39:00
Blogmemes (a meme is defined as a bit of cultural knowledge or an attitude that spreads through a population) and email surveys may sometimes seem like a waste of time, but they can be great writing prompts for scrapbook journaling. I have used them before in my own scrapping and idea was also featured in the August/September 2007 issue of Digital Scrapbooking magazine.
Here's a great blogmeme I ...
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