NSD MPS Challenge 8

This was a complete stretch for me to do!!!! I loved it!!!!! The challenge was to make something using only one color and add a flower. Well, I LOVE this red color!!!!! So I just had to use it (and I absolutely love this card)!!!!!!!!!!!!

NSD MPS Challenge 7

This challenge was to create something for your Dad or guy in your life. As I was trying to think of a card that reminded me of my Dad, I looked over at a small calendar that I had. For anyone that knows me, they know that if I get a gut feeling I have to run with it. This was the end result.

NSD MPS Challenge 6

We have two 'I Spy' bags that my kids love to look at. My little girl loves to recognize letters, so I made this (with her in mind) to help her with the letters. I know, a little cheesy, but I knew that she would like it. :)
This challenge was to make something with a child or for a child. Since my little ones where gone during this challenge I made them something. When they came home and saw it they were excited.

NSD MPS Challenge 5

This challenge was to create something for Teacher Appreciation Week or for someone we appreciate. I created this card for one of the ladies in my area. She has really reached out to me, and I really appreciate her. I hope she likes it!

NSD MPS Challenge #3

The third challenge from My Pink Stamper was to 'Think Outside the Box' and use something you wouldn't normally use. Well, I ended up doing two things for this challenge (just because I couldn't pick).

The first is one that I am SOOOO proud of. Ok - brace yourselves!!!!! I MADE A PATTERN AND SEWED!!!! I actually made this cover for my Cricut ALL BY MYSELF!!!!!!!!! I know - it sounds like I'm 3 years old, but this was a BIG step for me!!!!! It's a little big (LOL - yeah, just a little . . .), but it's not bad for a first (no laughing at it LaRee!!!!)

The second thing I did that was outside of my box was using vellum. My wonderful Sister-In-Law gave me some and told me that this was one of the best things to work with. I figured it was worth a shot. The picture doesn't do it justice, but I hope you can still see the end result. :)

NSD MPS Challenge #2

For My Pink Stamper's Second Challenge she's asked people to use scraps. This one was super simple. I've been working on Birthday cards and so I have a bit of the balloon paper scraps (isn't the paper CUTE?!) One of my favorite things to do is to use the scraps to make new cards; sometimes they even turn out better than the ones I originally made. :) This one was one of my favorites, what do you think?

NSD My Pink Stamper Challenge #1

My dearest Mother-in-law has my babies today (THANK YOU!!!!); so between laundry and cleaning I thought it would be fun to participate in My Pink Stamper's challenges that she has going on today for National Scrapbook Day (NSD). The first challenge was to create something for your Mother or someone special to you. Wow, twist my arm (strong sarcasm!!!). Here's a card I made for my Mother. Hopefully she doesn't check my blog. :)

Peachy Keen Challenge

So, it was late at night, I couldn't sleep so I started blog surfing. I ended up finding Peachy Keen Stamps blog and loving it. They are doing a challenge (which helps give me ideas). The challenge was to figure out what inspires us and to use three specific colors and photos that they provided (see below).
The first thing that came to mind when they asked what inspired us was 'Family'. My family (both sides) is full of inspirational stories. I used the reflection photo as inspiration. I hope you enjoy it!!!!

A Personal Challenge

I was visiting with my family and I had a thought. **Those in my family know that I will act on these thoughts - even if they seem a little off the wall. I found that when I follow these thoughts there is usually a reason (even if I can't tell what it was right away).** I starting thinking about what a wonderful family I have. Husband, Children, Parents, Siblings, In-Laws, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and so on!!!!!!! I really don't know what I would do without them. So, the thought that came to mind was that I really need to set a goal to send a card to someone in my family once a week. Not just a card for them to give away (like I normally do), but one that is actually intended for them. So, after this thought - I acted. Here is the first one. :)

My Pink Stamper Challenge

I don't normally do these challenges, but we'll see what happens. The challenge was to use pink, green and black. This one does have all of those colors in it, but those aren't the only colors. I hope it qualifies, if not - well, it was a card I felt I needed to make. :)

I made this card after having a deep conversation with my Mom. Like all wonderful Mothers out there she always has amazing insight. After all said and done I came up with this card.



You can't really tell from this angle, but the watering can sticks out a bit farther than the sign or the flowers. I really think it turned out great. For some reason I love the thoughts that come to mind when I the word 'Grow', but my Mom loved the word, 'Faith'. (Ok, so I like them both) So needless to say I made a few cards for my Mom with the word 'Faith' instead of 'Grow'. I hope you enjoy!!!

Wedding

My little sister gives a lot of my cards (so I love making them for her). She's been going to a lot of weddings, so I decided to make some especially for her. (Love you Stevie)