Smashbook

having fun with SMASH. I decided to just add all the things Carson loves right now. I only have a few pages done so far and can't wait to continue adding. We have a time capsule that we used this year for fun stuff throughout the year, but I can see this changing to project life or into something like a Smashbook. xoxo

paper and glue...

since I haven't posted in awhile...thought I would share some pages.

and more...

fun making pages for Carson's books. Absolutely loving the new Amy Tangerine products and can't wait to get me some more! xoxo

enjoying our summer...

and creating these scrapbook pages for Carson's books. xoxo

(photos on the "at the park" layout were taken by Tara Whitney. Lucky me!)

time to shower...

It's time to shower a friend with love to celebrate her sweet baby girl. Here are the shower favors. Each girl will receive a tea cup with a paper lollie. The shower will be held at a tea house hence the tea cup party favors. Looking forward to a fun time with the girls. xoxo

time to share...lots.

I've been busy creating as you can see below. I have so many pictures that need to be documented and can't wait to continue creating for Carson's books of memories. Love playing with paper and glue. xoxo

This page (First Steps) was inspired by April Foster.
Photo taken by Tara Whitney.
Thanks April and Tara for the inspiration!

This page (The Henkel Family) was inspired by Maggie Holmes.
Thanks Maggie for the inspiration!

a sweet...

photo of my pink cheeked, finally healthy baby boy...recovering after a battle with pnuemonia.

Now I am ready to continue my focus for a fun time next weekend. Hosting a make and take which I'm really excited about....involves some fun felt and scalloped paper...which I can never get enough of either. I know space is still available if you are thinking of joining the whole weekend or even just the vendor faire with make and takes. Take and peek and let me know if you are joining us. Fun times will be had by ALL.



xoxo

how fun is this?

handmade nation...love this video and this one too...makes me want to draw a picture everyday. love the excitement for all things handmade.

makes me want to:
1. see the movie
2. go to portland
3. keep creating this that inspire me. (like the page above...showcases a quilt block for a quilt I wish I had finished...someday I will.)

screening of the film is happening this weekend. three cheers for ART and CRAFT. xoxo

i love...

THIS more than ice cream. Just need to learn how to do this digital scrapbooking thing. This makes me yearn to learn. Oh how I love KI Memories goodies. xoxox

a little...

creative post...a few things I made over a year ago...did these when I was pregnant with Carson. xoxo

me again...

with a couple things to share...xoxo

projects...

just one or two...lots more to add...will do that in a few days...xoxo

love...

getting those creative juices flowing...and I tried to do just that when I was asked by sweet friends, Susan Lyons & Debbie, to create a project for their scrapbooking website, Freckle Friends. Everything on the album (not in) is included in the kit for you to purchase if you'd like. Thanks Susan & Debbie for asking me to be a part of the August happenings at Freckle Friends! xoxo

happy birthday...

to my dear friend Teresa McFayden! Hope you have a foofalicious birthday. Wish I could say a special party hat is coming your way but this year we are sending you tons of hugs and kisses from Mr. Carson instead. We adore you and you deserve to have the bestest day ever! xoxo

foof-a-life...

is here! Excited to be a part of this project with Autumn Leaves and to be in it amongst some friends and talented people that I admire...Emily Falconbridge, Kelli Crowe, Becky Novacek, Jenni Bowlin, Marlyn Healey, Jennifer Pebbles, Candice Carpenter and Jackie Bonette. I was first asked to be a part of Foofala a few years ago before Teresa McFayden (one sweet gal and dear friend) before her company joined Autumn Leaves. Never did I imagine that she would lead a book with a company that I have been lucky enough to be able to create for. Maybe Teresa will pop on here and tell you what her meaning of Foofala is. (thanks miss T!) If you're near a scrapbook store, you should check Foof-A-Life out! xoxo

be a good cook! huh?

funny little story I had to add to a page to not forget it...journaling from the weekend...photo from New Zealand. Having a baby can be a tad overwhelming...like you all didn't know that...buying new furniture, getting the room ready, if you work you have to plan and train and do all the things needed to be able to leave for a few months....but thanks to my wonderful hubby the first part is all taken care of...now it's the work part that I need to try to not stress over. whew....a wise woman (my sweet mom) always tells me that everything always has a way of working out. deep cleansing breath...oh and need to do some more classes too.... xoxox
p.s. a little wonky scan makes the journaling look a tad off...but it's okay in real life. Click on the page and you should be able to view it larger to read it if you'd like. xoxo