Neglectful

I've been so busy pumping out crafts for my Christmas gifts! I've had a small budget, but I'm stretching it quite far with home made gifts that I'm quite proud about. I'm also going to open an etsy shop (more details to come) but this is a sneak peak of what I've been up to!

(sorry it's an awful pictures, I just set it on my leg and took a quick snap!)

Lots going on

One of my projects using fabric, ribbon, tulle, buttons, clips, and marbles!

Wow, a lot has been going on! I've been working on a handful of projects and decided to do more for Christmas gifts, so I've got a lot to do! I've been sewing, stamping, mod-podging, hot glue-ing and so much more. I've have several projects planned to work on with Ashton too! Including a fun and easy Pipe cleaner snowflake ornaments! Stay tuned for some pictures of what I've been up to!

Last MInutes Halloween Treats

I did this recipes from Rhodes' Rolls last week for our Halloween Party. It was fun, they tasted great (so I was told). A few years ago I did a similar idea from Martha Stewart. That one was making pretzels from scratch, I definitly prefer the Rhodes way!

Fill your treat table with some ghoulish fingers, witch fingers topped with Parmesan cheese and garlic salt.

Prep Time: 15 min (not including thaw time)

Bake Time: 15 min

Ingredients

12 Rhodes™ Dinner Rolls, thawed but still cold
1/4 cup melted butter
Parmesan cheese
garlic salt
egg yolks, beaten
food coloring
small paintbrush

Instructions

Roll each roll into a 7-9 inch pointed rope. Define finger nail on pointed end and knuckles and lines along the finger with a sharp knife. Place on a sprayed baking sheet and pinch finger thinner on both sides of knuckle. Brush finger with butter avoiding fingernail. Sprinkle cheese and garlic salt on finger but not on nail. Make nail color by combining egg yolk and food coloring to achieve desired color. Paint nail with small paintbrush. Bake at 350°F 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned.

LOVE this Idea!

Check out this post, my little boy would love these!

http://www.vanillajoy.com/halloween-crazy-crayons.html

A card

This was pretty fun to make, I used the Petal Pizzaz set, and used paper and plastic flowers from American Crafts, and flower punch from Marvy. The colors are Not Quite Navy, Baja Breeze an d Soft Sky and white of course.

A giveaway from Make it and Love it Blog

Monday, September 28, 2009

Biggest GIVEAWAY ever!!!!!!!

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I'm speechless. I can't even believe that there is something this large being given away.
For free.
You're all going to love this. Oh, how I wish I could enter.

(I need to let every last friend and family member know about this.......and somehow brainwash them into thinking that they should give it to me if they win. Hahaha... :))

Good grief.....I could put this to some good use.

Do you see what this is? It's a Workbox from The Original Scrapbox. Do you have crafting clutter everywhere? (I admit.....I do. And it makes me crazy.) This amazing workbox organizes your supplies, hides it all for you, and then rolls away on wheels if you need it to. This workbox is valued at $1295.00 but you have a chance to win one for free. Wow. I'm speechless. (And you get to pick your own color and style. Eeeee!)

But there's more. You can enter to win this workbox here and at 9 other participating blogs listed below. And on October 10th, each of us (10 blogs total) will select a winner who will win their choice of:

A ScrapMaBob, the perfect little addition to any work table. Attaches to the edge and holds your drink and all of the trash/debris that you acquire while crafting.



OR


A Ribbon Box, which is that absolute perfect place to store all of your messy ribbon. Ahhh....finally.


And then all of those 10 winners (one each from all 10 blogs) will be entered into the final drawing, where one of the 10 will be selected to win the Workbox on October 12th (even though they all just won their choice of a ScrapMaBob or a Ribbon Box).

Got it? Wow.

So if you're a crafter, a seamstress, a scrapper, a quilter, or a hobbyist of any kind........you are going to fall in love with the Workbox. So nice and neat........and darn beautiful all hidden away.


Also, this contest is open to residents of UK and EU countries as well as the United States and Canada.


Other participating blogs: (And yes, you can enter all 10 blogs....and do all of the entries for each blog. Hey, it's worth a shot, right?)

Capadia Designs

Cricut Christmas

Priscilla Styles

My Life as Lou

My Organized Chaos

The Mommy Files

Auntie Thesis

Vanilla Joy

Rachelle Writes


Also, The Original Scrapbox is offering a $100 off coupon for shipping on your next order, by using the code 100writes. How nice is that?


**Please note: You must enter in a separate comment for each entry. (Example: If you'd like 5 extra entries for visiting a shop, you must enter 5 different comments, in addition to any other entries/comments.) Thanks.

How to enter?

• Visit The Original Scrapbox website and choose your favorite product. Leave a comment here and tell me what your favorite is and why you would like this product.

Want to be added in again?
(You'll get one entry for each of the following, so make sure to submit an additional comment for each item you have completed.)

• Become a Facebook fan of The Original Scrapbox here.

• Facebook the contest and share the code for $100 off shipping: 100writes

• Tweet about this contest with link backs here and share the code for $100 off shipping:100writes (copy and paste http://makeitandloveit.blogspot.com/ right into the text box).

• Put my button on your blog. Directions for how to do so are on my left sidebar.......scroll down a bit. (Already have one? Just remind me in your comment.)

• "Follow" my blog. Add yourself over on the right sidebar......scroll down a bit. (Already are? You're automatically entered in again. Just remind me.)

Okay, another 5 entries?!?!
(Complete both items and you'll get an additional 10 entries. Just make sure to leave comments for all 10 entries.)

• Blog about this contest with a picture of the Workbox. If you have a private blog, it will not be eligible for this part of the contest. In your blog post, please use the tags: The Original Scrapbox, Scrapbook storage, Workbox.

• Blog about any other item offered from The Original Scrapbox and include this information word for word: Enter this code when you place your order to get $100 off your shipping: 100Writes

Remember, a winner will be chosen on Saturday, October 10th and then the grand prize winner will be chosen on Monday, October 12th.

Good luck!

Art by Jeffrey Hale

The very talented artist Jeffrey Hale is having the opening to his show this coming Friday. The art has been made specifically for this show and is absolutely amazing! He is a very talented artist.

Flower Clips

Here is my stab at making flower clips for my little girl. I had fun, but also learned a lot, so my next batch will be better!

Cards

This is a simple card I made a stack of for my mom. I've used this layout many times for this stamp set, and love doing the black white and color. It gives it a classic look!



The circles use the 1 3/8" punch, and 1" punch. I love the funky touch it gives.



So today upon looking at my blog I have almost 12000 hits?? The other day it was just at 1250, weird.... But If all of a sudden I have a fan base that likes looking at my stuff, great, but 11000 hits in a week.....

Blog

A blog I follow has a giveaway. The Shabby Nest is celebrating post no. 300! I love her stuff, she has the same style I have, and she sells these awesome pillows on Etsy. I'm a huge fan of her! To check out the giveaway and all her wonderful things, visit her blog here.

A new card!

Sorry the picture is so aweful. The card really is cute though!

Stamps: Best Blossoms, Much Appreciated (both retired)
Ink: Basic Black, Black Staz On, Versa Color's Chateau Gray
Paper: White CS, White Vellum, Silver cs
Supplies: Oval punch, black brads

I found a new blog!

I just found this new blog, "Scrapping Mommy." I found her from seeing her cards on Splitcoast stampers. I am Loving what I see, and she has a blog candy giveaway!


From Scrapping Mommy:

***This post will remain at the top until September 30th....scroll down to see newer posts.***

It is time for me to give away some more blog candy in celebration of having over 150 posts and 100+ followers.

Included in this blog candy giveaway:

• Brand New Cricut Home Decor Cartridge
• 24 Sheets of Prima Breathe Paper Collection
• Set of 10 Sakura Glaze Pens
• Set of 5 Glitter Glue

I will also add more things into the giveaway for every 100 people who entrer. To qualify, here is what you need to do:

1. Leave a comment under this post telling me what your favorite scrapbooking subject is or what occasion you like the creat cards for the most.
2. Spread the word about my Blog Candy Giveaway on your blog (either in it's own post or on your blog's sidebar) - if you don't have a blog, EMAIL ME and tell me how you will spread the word about my Blog Candy Giveaway.

***Bonus Entry***For an additional entry, follow or subsribe to my blog. For those that are already following or subscribed, let me know in your comment and I will give you the additional entry.

***YOU MUST LEAVE A COMMENT UNDER THIS POST TO QUALIFY***

Everyone is welcome to enter (I will ship internationally). This blog candy will remain open until the last day of September.

Good Luck!!

Pretty Flowers

Just some pretty flowers from the neighbors yard. :-)

Make it And Love it Blog

This is from a blog my friend Sally introduced me to, and I love it! I check it out all the time, I just need to be a little more sewing savvy. Well, she frequently does give aways! So check out this post for info on her giveway, thanks to a new sponsor of her, the Beautiful Baby Boutique! You can click on the link or the box on the right side to go to her blog.





Meka and Laci from Boutiful Baby Boutique are 2 cousins with the same passion.....making beautiful babies, even more beautiful. Both Meka and Laci are moms to little girls and love crafting and accessorizing. Their business started as a hobby but has turned into the perfect little boutique. How sweet.



Are you in need of some new hair accessories for some little girls in your life? Check out these adorable Basic Bows that can be found here.





Or how about some precious little flowers to spice up your girl's hair. Perfect with a little glitz in the center.
Find small flowers, medium flowers, or large flowers.





Are you tired of losing your baby's binky? Take a look at these precious little binky clips in a variety of colors and styles. They come in boy and girl varieties. Perfect.





Okay, and I just have to mention these Fun Clips in their shop here. How clever are these?





Do you have little ballerina in your house? Check out these floofy little tutu's found here in a couple of sizes. Awwww, just look how darn cute this tutu is on Meka's sweet little girl.



And yes, Boutiful Baby Boutique is offering a giveaway here on Make It and Love It. Actually 2 of them. A name will be drawn for each of the following items:

• Select any 3 flower clips found here. (Yes, you get to choose three.)
• Any binky clip of your choice, found here.
  

**Please note: You must enter in a separate comment for each entry. (Example: If you'd like 5 extra entries for visiting a shop, you must enter 5 different comments, in addition to any other entries/comments.) Thanks.

How to enter?

• Leave me a comment with your email address (so I can contact you if you win).

Want to be added in again?

• "Follow" my blog. Add yourself over on the right sidebar......scroll down a bit. (Already are? You're automatically entered in again. Just remind me.)

Another entry?

• Put my button on your blog. Directions for how to do so are on my left sidebar.......scroll down a bit. (Already have one? Just remind me in your comment.)

Another entry?

• Make a post about this giveaway on your own blog with a link. Yup, share the love with your friends.
  

Okay, another 5 entries?!?!
Go on over to beautifulbabyboutique.blogspot.com and browse around for a while and choose your favorite product. Tell me your choice in your comment.

The giveaway closes on Monday, August 17th at 11:59 p.m. (mountain)

Good luck!



Thanks again for sponsoring Make It and Love It, Meka and Laci. Your shop is such a great place to find any sort of accessory for our sweet babies.


You can find Beautiful Baby Boutique on my left sidebar, along with my other talented sponsors.

My New Watch

Thanks to my good friend Sally and her mom, I have a new watch. Sally's mom has tons of beads and jewelry supplies. So we'll get together for a girls night out and go to town! I reworked this watch for a long time to make it just right and I love it! I also learned how to use clamps and tie off the ends with the clamp and wire. I can't wait until we can do this again. I have no supplies myself and it would be a huge investment right now to get set up. I'll stick with stamping!

Bee Card

Sorry the picture is bad. It's really black not gray! It looks so much better in person! I added yellow glitter to the bee for some added interest. I like how it turned out.

Willow Branch Project

I made this back in May and June before we moved. At our Murray apartment, we had tons of willow trees. There are always branches on the ground. I've always wanted to do something with them, but it took awhile to figure out what. Then for mother's day I got some neat plates that were from Target, but purchased at Ross. And I needed a centerpiece to match. I gathered the willow branches, spray painted them with a matte black (1$ at Walmart), and I bought the vase last year at a garage sale for 50 cents. Then I bought the Black marbles and white mix for 1.99 each at Robert's. A very cheap and fun arrangement. It's the only decor we have at our current place because I didn't want to pack it up and worry about the willow branches breaking. So much fun!

A Card!

The picture isn't the best, but I made a card last week! Wahoo! The first in months!
This is using SU's Fifth Avenue Floral set, and the colors are Pixie Pink and Basic Black. The words are a tiny rub on, I didn't have time to emboss something on, which would have looked much better. But I had fun!!

Fun with Photography

I've had some fun taking 'pretty' pictures lately. I'm hoping to take a SLCC class this fall on photography. These were taking with our basic Power Shot Digital camera, but we do have a very nice film one. I only know how to use the basic functions. I took many pictures of the cemetery by our house, I'll post those once I get them developed.

Coming Soon . . .

I'm working on changing this a bit to showcase my crafting hobbies as well as my stamping projects. I haven't quite gotten back on track with my scrapbooking, and crafting. I'm enjoying and still adjusting to life with two little children. So check back in a week!

Long time no Bloggin'

Hello there. It has been so long since I've posted last. I was able to get in a great groove and catch up on a lot of scrapbooking, I got a new set from the new catalog that I love (Petal Pizazz), but now the last 6 weeks my hands are too numb to do anything! Typing and writing have become difficult. I'm having my baby in 6 days! So hopefully in another few weeks I can have a little time to create again. So check back in a month and I'll show you what I've been up to.