Slowly getting my creativity back

There's two posts today, so be sure to scroll down!!

My daughter had a birthday party this weekend and I had a card started with just the tree stump so I decided to whip up a quick bday card. I absolutely love the new Scattered Showers Additions by PTI! I also got the idea to color the owl girlie colors from an old post of Lauren Meader. And, just in case you are wondering, the F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S tree is from CTMH.

Thanks for stopping by!

September SheetLoad Sneak Peeks.....

The sneak peeks at the September issue are up over at SheetLoad of Cards. The new issue will be available for FREE download starting Tuesday, September 1st.





Here is a peek at a card I have in the issue...

Bad blogger

Ok, I admit it.... I have been a bad blogger lately. I apologize to those of you (I think there's two of you ) that take the time to stop by. Things have been a bit rough in my work life, but they look to be turning around soon. So i'd like to focus this post on some of the things that bring joy to my life. Here a just a couple shots from the summer that bring a smile to my face.

• I am truely blessed.
• I have two wonderful, happy, healthy, smart, Christian kids. I am so proud of them!!!
• I have the best, most supportive husband and on top of that he does laundry!
• I may not have a lot of friends, but the ones I have are the best! They know just what to say, provide an ear when you need it and don't get mad when you haven't talked to them in a while.
• Now for a few pictures that make me smile......

The kids are just sitting on the deck waiting for me to finish making their lunch. It was the neatest moment to just see them content, talking and hanging out together; no fussing, no fighting and no drama. So i'm usually the one behind the camera, but here I let Douglas take the shot. Can't you just smell the sunscreen and chlorine? :) The kids are back in school and we've almost got the first two weeks under out belt; woo hoo! 1st & 7th grade... my how time flies. Her smile is just too cute for words, with that wiggly top front tooth that she just can't stomach to keep wiggling because it hurts. Don't mistake the 7 fingers for gang signs. It took me a minute to make the connection, he's just so excited to start the 7th grade! Ahh just look at that afro! TTFN

SheetLoad - Simple, Special, Stunning

It is time for the August edition of Simple Special Stunning at the SheetLoad of Cards blog, featuring samples by yours truely!

Each month one of our artists will share three different cards that use the current layout. Each card is a "step up" from the previous one, but they are all fabulous.

It is a good way to show how SheetLoad is geared toward papercrafters of all levels.

Here are some sneak peeks to whet your appetite...

SheetLoad Sponsor Spotlight

Click on the image above to learn more about the August '09 sponsor at SheetLoad of Cards - Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps!

SUYS & Win!!!!

It is time once again to show us what you have created with the latest issue of SheetLoad of Cards; August 2009. All you have to do is create one (1) card and enter it in the August '09 Show Us Your SheetLoad Challenge for a chance to win Two (2) FREE Stamp Sets from Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps!

Shout Out & Win!!!

It's time for the monthly "Shout Out to SheetLoad" Challenge over at the SheetLoad of Cards blog!!



Head over there today to find out how you can win...



Two (2) FREE Digital Stamps from - Whimsie Doodles!!

August SheetLoad!

It is time for the August issue of SheetLoad of Cards!!!

This issue features a sketch by Liz Weber, stamps from Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps and Guest Artists from the Sweet 'n Sassy Design Team!

April Showers.....ahhhh

Some April showers would be so nice right now. Kansas is just so blazing hot in July! April Showers is the name of this adorable image from Squigglefly and is my last card from the July SheetLoad. I drew my color pallete from the pattern paper; such a fun combination. For full details be sure to check out the July issue of SheetLoad.

Don't forget the July SheetLoad!

Don't forget that the July issue of SheetLoad of Cards is available for download and there is still time to enter the monthly challenges and win FREE digital stamps from the July sponsor, Squigglefly!!

Head on over today and find out how to enter the July Shout Out to SheetLoad and Show Us Your SheetLoad contests.

July - Simple, Special, Stunning

Bonus day for you all as I have two posts!!! Be sure to scroll down for the first post today. Whether your an avid reader or just discovered SheetLoad, you'll know that it's for card makers of all ability. This month's feature of Simple, Special, Stunning was created by Jessica George; boy did she do a great job!!! Simple, Special, Stunning show cases samples of variations of the monthly sketch for crafters of all abilities. Be sure to check out the most recent installment here and let us know how you like it!

Check it out....

This is a cute little layout I created out of a certificate frame for my July SheetLoad Beyond the Card piece. The Madison & Popples image from Squigglefly just says "check it out" to me. For complete details be sure to download the July issue of SheetLoad.

Hello.....For You

This weeks card comes from the July issue of SheetLoad. I just love how it turned out! The color scheme, the plaid & polka dots; it just all came together. The image is called For You. For a full list of supplies check of the July issue of SheetLoad. I'm off to Vegas in the morning for a much needed vacation. Check back next week for the next highlight from SheetLoad.

Little Rocker.....Just Jammin

My first card for the July issue of SheetLoad was created with the Little Rocker from Squigglefly. I love this image because it reminds me of my daughter. I modeled the outfits on some of my daughters' favorite, go to pieces of clothing. For a complete list of supplies used be sure to download the July issue of SheetLoad. I hope you have a jammin day!

Also be sure to check out SheetLoad, ShortCuts and Caardvarks!! ShortCuts has teamed up with Caardvarks for their first challenge of the month, and the SheetLoad Team gets to play along, as our latest issue (July '09) is used in the challenge.Make sure to visit the Caardvarks gallery for lots of great "eye candy" and check back here to see how our team met the challenge as well.There is always a prize up for grabs and fun to be had!Make sure to head on over to their new challenge post to find out how you can play along and win ShortCuts goodies!!

July SheetLoad

It's time!!! The July SheetLoad is ready for download. It's packed with great samples using Squigglefly digital stamps, this month's sponsor.

Take a sneak peak....

I am such a bad blogger! The summer has been so busy with baseball and t-ball, etc that I haven't had much time for crafting! :( But I am very excited to post my sneak peaks for the July issue of SheetLoad, my second issue as sketch designer! Woo hoo!

Simple Special Stunning

Whether your an avid reader or just discovered SheetLoad, you'll know that it's for card makers of all ability. Alicia had a great idea to show case this fact by creating a special feature each month entitled Simple Special Stunning. Here you'll see samples of variations of the monthtly sketch for all abilities. Go check out the first installment here and be sure to let us know how you like it!

A chance to win!!!

It's that time again..... Show Us Your SheetLoad & WIN!!! This month's sponsor has generously donated a $20 & $10 gift certificates to The Angel Company. Be sure to visit SheetLoad here for the all the details.

Intersite Challenge

This one is a doosie as there are three sites involved!!! SheetLoad, ShortCuts & The Cutting Cafe have all teamed up for an exciting challenge. I've got a little twist for you in my creations with a unique use of ShortCuts Clear Full Sheet Card Blanks.

I have stamped my sentiment on the inside of the card, but is it visible as I used a strip of the Clear Card Blank.

I also use a piece of Clear Card Blank for the window opening of my stationary box.

Card Tag

I shared the sneek peak here for Alicia's card tag and today she reveled and boy how the cards changed. Here is my card. For the full transformation be sure to check out Alicia's post.

At the same time I also participated in Kim's card tag. It too was a pretty drastic trasnformation. Here is my card. Be sure to check out Kim's post here to see the full details.