AMYLYNN IS....

Sunday Morning In Upstate New York

2011-10-30T09:37:00.006-04:00

We woke up at 2:02 am to no power. Lucky for Pat and I, our new bedroom linens are so warm. before we new it both boys(the two little ones) climbed in until morning to stay warm. But we where so happy to wake up to this beautiful scene in our backyard.

The geese are above the trees trying to land on the water down back. The entire family has been sitting with our nose pressed against the window waiting to see the snow drop and the beauty we are so lucky to see in our own backyard.

Hopefully we don't have too many down branches with so many leaves left on the trees.

Oh and this last one is my wonderful little student of the month for the month of October. He loves to rub it into his sister and brothers that he has had that honor 4 years running now. I am not the bumper sticker kind of mom, but I am a blogger mom so here is my cyber bumper sticker....MY KID IS STUDENT OF THE MONTH!

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It Started With Greece

2011-10-26T15:17:00.006-04:00

I was getting some of my new prints together today when I needed to pull some atlas pages. When ever I get a new (old) book, I like to take a minute to look it over. I like to see what is inside. The condition it was left in by the original owner. I love running into the occasional note or pressed flower. It gives you a real since that it truly meant something to someone at a time that has gone by.

Today was the two atlas hard cover books that just arrived. I opened up the larger of the two and it went from being a simple old book that I was going to use as the base to all of my creations, and turned into a walk down a lane that I never took the time to think about before.
As I turned the pages I found myself saying..."I've sent one there, I've sent another one there" and so on. So I went and got piece of paper and decided to start a quick list and see at least a few of the places my work has traveled to. OMG....The list brought a smile to my face that I could not believe. And then I realized, like how haven't I already realized this, but can you truly imagine that some day your creations would be hanging all over the world? Well mine are and I am giving myself the moment to be so proud of this. So to all of those people that think I sit around all day and do nothing because they have no idea my wonderful hubby created a studio for me, these are some of the countries around the world that my work hangs in. Not bad for the artist in the country!

USA(FROM SEA TO SHINNING SEA) GREECE RUSSIA POLAND

FINLAND SWEDEN NORWAY GERMANY

IRELAND ITALY FRANCE CANADA

CHINA JAPAN ENGLAND SCOTLAND

BELGIUM AUSTRIA SWITZERLAND NETHERLANDS

DENMARK SPAIN MEXICO HUNGARY

TURKEY MOROCCO THAILAND KOREA

INDIA AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND BRAZIL

PERU CHILE VENEZUELA MADAGASCAR

I am sure there are many I left out but even this list leaves me tickled pink. My first one outside the US was Greece and it seemed to just roll from there. Be proud of something you have done and you will find self fulfillment where you may have least expected to....inside of you!

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Workin On Holiday Ornaments Today!

2011-10-20T18:49:00.003-04:00

Back n forth, back n forth and it is only the beginning of the season. Started playing around with some rounds today.

This one is waiting for a little more glue to connect it with. Some how, the one time I am trying to finish something, I run out of glue sticks. Arrrrrrggggghhhh. Any who, last year I had purchased the Martha Stewart tool that makes all of the folds the perfect distance apart. You just run down the lines with a bone folder and you have the perfect fold. Around the edge I used the crepe paper and glitter look. I have been looking at many antique ornaments and I can't believe how many incorporate paper or are totally made of paper.

I better be off. Need to get some sleep before I take a trip to find glue sticks Friday!

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My New Keep Calm Line

2011-10-16T15:31:00.007-04:00

Whether on Atlas, Dictionary or regular old(vintage) book pages I am Keeping Calm and carrying on! I have a list a mile long and counting. If you have requests that you don't see on my site please let me know. Sometimes I have them but just have not listed them yet.

I love this sewing one. I know how many crafty gals are out there so I also have a scrapbooking one and a couple others that will be wonderful to decorate your creative space with.
Then the tea one. I know that you all know my GIANT love of coffee and I have one for that. But it is green tea that I drink twice a day that has totally saved me from the roller coaster ride of sinus infections that I lived with for years. Yes I know it is hard to believe, but I drink two cup of decaf green tea(hot) per day and I do not take any meds that I had been taking daily for many years. It is one of the best things I have done for myself. No more steroids being sprayed in my nose each day, no more Advil to reduce the swelling in my sinus(which gave me a ulcer by the way) just the sheer will to drink two cups of green tea a day and I feel fabulous!

And this last pic is of my Mothers Day Gift(the best one ever). This is my puppy Bella. She is now 6 1/2 months old. She is so loving. If you have ever had your own Boxer you know how loving, loyal and down right beautiful. She chews things a little more then she should but I hope that changes soon. But never the less, she is the best little girl and I love her to death. I thought you would all like to meet her!

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7:30 IN THE MORNING IN MY BACKYARD

2011-10-15T07:57:00.013-04:00

My husband was off to work. Noah, both dogs and the chickens have been fed so it was time to take the camera out in the yard. There is a totally different light in the morning in the fall. The lawn and everything else that will sit still is littered with leaves.

The Cat tails are starting to change form down by the water.

The shrubs I moved this summer are such a beautiful red.

The pond has a wonderful light that only hits the top of the trees as the sun is coming up.

The flowers are still here and there around the yard but are almost gone for a long winters nap. And the chickens are not sure why the leaves keep dropping from the trees and landing on them.

The swing is my favorite place to hide while waiting for the geese to land on the pond.

And I guess now I have become a part of my Autumn back yard so a picture of me is in order, well at least of my boots!

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Party On A Thursday Night!

2011-10-14T18:00:00.009-04:00

Last night was my dad's 29th Birthday. Well, he is not really 29 but I will not out his age to the world! Any who, we had a wonderful time and celebrated my moms at the same time. Hers was just a couple of weeks ago. So last night was the perfect time to get the 13 of us together to eat laugh and celebrate!

There where contests to see who could keep a spoon on their nose the longest.

There was a height contest that Joshua won every time except for against my dad.

We had the evening catered by this wonderful Italian restaurant so there was no cooking on our part.

And then time to blow out the candles.

And as always, when this group of 13 family members get together there is no lack of laughter, loud stories and the knowledge that none of us walk alone. When ever we are out there in the world no matter were we travel we are part of something larger and more then just ourselves. We are part of this incredible, wonderful and loving family!

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THURSDAY'S RECIPE SIMPLE BUT YUMMY!

2011-10-13T05:48:00.004-04:00

So I really never cared about what I ate. I was never a package label reader but my husband is. So this weeks recipe is for something simple that I am sure, like me, many of you probably have never paid much attention to, croutons. My boys LOVE Cesar salad. So croutons are used around here weekly. But if I am eating these little tan cubes of bread, why is red dye#40 and yellow dye #5 in the ingredients. Nothing looks red to me, plus when I went to the market, there was not a bottle of red dye #40 for me to add to my own homemade croutons so I needed to find a different recipe I guess...lol!

So here is my great recipe for croutons. The entire house loved them and you know what....no preservatives, yes world, it is possible!

5 Thick Slices of Bread

2 Tablespoons Butter

2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic

1/4 Cup Parm Cheese

1/2 Teaspoon Oregano Crumbled

1/2 Teaspoon Thyme Crumbled

Preheat oven to 300

Cube bread. In a large saucepan combine butter, EVOO, garlic and melt without burning it melts quick. Remove from heat, add herbs and stir. Add cubed bread and mix to cover all of the bread. Transfer to 9 x 13 and sprinkle with parm cheese. Bake for 40 minutes. I stirred them every ten minutes are so for even cooking. I also added a little more EVOO before I put the pan in the oven because I used a very thick bread so you may want to do that is needed.

And it is that simple to know what you are eating. We used some that night and put the rest in a freezer bag. They are there to be used as needed, just take out 15 minutes or so before use and they are perfect!

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WHAT'S IN COLOR

2011-10-02T20:32:00.005-04:00

For this weeks whats in color I have three of my fav's. One prints subject matter does not have anything to do with the others but I really like all them. The first one is one of my French Market Collage prints. There is both black and white and color in this fabulous combo.

And I think you will like this mushroom print as well. I have this one grouped with 2 other black and white prints and the pop of color really makes a statement.

And last but not least this one maybe crabby but that is just the way I like him. The color on this print is wonderful because it is really neutral so it can go perfectly with other colored prints as well as some of my lovely black and white prints from under the sea.

I hope you like them all and are inspired by them. I would love to hear what you think of these colored prints!

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What I Saw Out My Window Today

2011-10-01T22:01:00.005-04:00

Have you ever looked out your window and saw nothing but then that something special is there for you to see?

Well this is the little guy I ran into. No I am not really sure if it is a guy or a gal, but I know this, it is TOTALLY AWESOME! It is amazing that a bug can look like a stick and act like a stick, but is really just a bug. Now mind you, these are not a dime a dozen. They are not like the horrific "sketers" we have had flying around. No these bugs are true head turners. I have only seen a few in my life but I do enjoy it every time I do.

I do wonder, do these stick bugs have body image issues? Do they see the reflection in the windows that they climb and wonder..."am I too fat"? Well either way I am sure that I see a lovely creature that I hope I run into again.

So what did you see out your window today? Or did you take a minute to look? If you didn't it must be at the top of your list. You never know what you will see. Today a stick bug tomorrow the man of your dreams....but don't hold your breath for either of them....lol!

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I Keep Forgetting To Post These Guys!

2011-09-27T05:56:00.004-04:00

Well there they are. The beginning of another year may be behind us but we are still chugging along and it seems to be going fine.

Not even sure what this guy on Joshua's shirt is but it totally is the kind of shirt that fits his personality.

And last but not least, we and yes I said we, have started Morgans senior year. Holy S@#% how did that happen? I know they say that life goes by fast but this is crazy, I don't feel like I can keep up with this but I guess I have to accept it, I DON'T WANT TO, but I will.

Well I am off to create some new prints and get everyone off to school so everyone have a great day.

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WELCOME SEPTEMBER!

2011-09-01T06:52:00.004-04:00

WELCOME SEPTEMBER! Yes it is true, there is a little bite in the air which can only mean one thing....September is here. I have spent the last two months watching kids slowly get out of bed everyday, but now it is almost time for the craziness of school days to start again. I love this time of the year. I have always thought that I was born in August just so I could be around to enjoy the fall. I LOVE the fall. Everything from cool nights to pumpkins and mums at every turn. I was made for the fall, it inspires me in so many ways.

So here is some of my recent inspirations. I love collage. The layering, the way different images play off one another, I have become totally obsessed. It has this great french market kind of feel that I long to see in real life and I will someday. But for now I will keep creating it.

And hydrangeas have entered my personal gardens in a big way this summer. I added some along the side of the house that are so beautiful. I added a bunch of them to a wreath in the family room that looks terrific.

So what do you think of my new prints. They go along with a bunch of other that can be seen HERE

I have been building a large grouping lately. They have been inspired too by the fact that I want prints for my house that I am just not seeing out there and these Vintage Book Page prints are really a passion of mine.

Well it is time to get the big kids up. The local County Fair started yesterday and they both have jobs there again this year so they need to get to work. Hope you all enjoy my creations and I would love to here what you think!

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NEW FRIENDS ARE RENTING A ROOM!

2011-04-19T07:55:00.004-04:00

Well we are so happy to welcome our 6 new friends! We have had these beautiful feathered creatures in a XL tote under the heat lamp for the last couple of weeks. They are Rhode Island Reds. They well be laying brown eggs hopefully starting this summer some time. We are so excited to watch them grow. All of the kids are having a ball with them. The above picture is the day after they came home. They where just 10 days old.

Here they are 18 days old. They have grown so much. It is unbelievable how many feathers have grown in on them. The colors are incredible. They are almost the exact color of Noah's hair. And the best part of it all....I can call myself a farmer now...lol!

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MAPLE SYRUP TAPPING

2011-04-07T08:52:00.007-04:00

In our travels this weekend we ended up here at Mapleland Farms. Noah has always wanted to know how the "real" maple syrup process happened. So this year we took him to see. One of the owners took the time to take us out and show the entire process, which the boys loved!

Patrick and I loved the breakfast. I am not a pancake fan but these where incredible.

My DH totally loved them even though he was being watched by that big guy behind him in the blue shirt. They only do this a couple of times in March each year so the place is packed for breakfast.

Logan loved his hot chocolate!

And once again I did not make it into one picture. I swear I have got to get my husband to use the camera once and a while so the boys know there mom was around when they where growing up!

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April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day!

2011-04-02T08:35:00.006-04:00

Well as many of you know, Autism is a very big part of our life with our youngest being diagnosed a year ago this past January. He is a JOY to have in our life. We are very, very lucky because we have a wonderful support system that have taught him so much.

When he was first diagnosed, I had such mixed emotions on what was going to happen next. This was not my first major diagnoses. When my oldest was 6 she was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Yup, a lot of why me's where going round and round in my head. So here are the feelings of a mother that was relieved because she finally had some answers, but sadden because all of the sudden she could not picture what life had in store for our family next.....

A child melts down

Sadness hits a mother hard

People don't understand why my child is like this

Everyone stairs when he looses control

Reality hits a mother harder

Gentle hands hold on tight

Everyone wonders how I am holding it together

Right now I don't know

Someday I will be the one that helps him defeat this

So that is my little poem. I would love to know what you think. This challenge for us seemed at first to be the biggest hill I have ever climbed. But then I realized, this might be part of what makes this wonderful little boy so amazing. He is so incredible and loving and I would not change any of this for the world.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MEG!

2011-03-07T09:13:00.006-05:00

16, WOW it is incredible that my lovely God Daughter is 16. We had a wonderful Mardi Gras themed cocktail party for her. I know we all say how life goes by so quick, but it amazes me all the time how true that is. This little girl and now young lady by the law of percentages should not even be here today. When her mom was pregnant with her, her mothers water broke at only 23 weeks. They will not help at the hospital until you are 24 weeks because the baby would not be able to survive. A wonderful doc basically lied to the hospital to the staff so they would give her the medication to stop labor. Meg's mom laid in the hospital for 10 weeks until she just couldn't wait anymore and decided to show her beautiful face to the world. Born at just over 3 pounds, and weeks in the NIC U, here she is. A 16 year old healthy, happy and beautiful girl.

The boys and my hubby had a ball!

Wendy and I love any reason to get dressed up and dance!

As the night came to a end it went by all so quick!

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AmyLynn

FABULOUS FINDS FRIDAY!

2011-03-04T15:28:00.003-05:00

As you all know on Fridays I pick a product that I actually have used for myself or my family. This week are my most FAVORITE boots from one of my favorite places LL Bean! I purchased this just before all heck broke loose in the Northeast and all we had was snow, snow and more snow. And now of course we have water, water and more water. Well I am lying, some where in between the snow and water is a ton of ice because it has been so cold here. Yup, the perfect winter for a boot purchase.

So what do I think of them? They first off hit the important points when it comes to boots...

1. They are warm

2. My feet are dry

and the most important point of all....

3. I look cute in them!

So this is a big fat OH YEAH! When money is tight like it is at this time in our history, you don't want to waist money. So I think this is well worth the price!

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AmyLynn

SUNDAY FAMILY FUN!

2011-02-27T16:43:00.008-05:00

As the crack of the first shovel is heard and the snowball is lobed over home plate, well that is the way to spend our Sunday of family fun. There is nothing better then getting your turn up at bat. I am always the official photographer. But when it is your turn and you don't know if you are going to get wet from snow or smack the snowball hard enough so everyone else does, the thrill

is huge!

Here our the fans waiting for their turn up to bat!

All of this snow arrived this weekend and buried us again after we just got a large amount melted!

Josh makes a great pitcher!

And Mr Noah always gets board between innings!

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AmyLynn

The Butterflies Are Coming North...I Wish!

2011-02-26T15:01:00.004-05:00

Well hello world! Yes I wish I was waking up to these lovely little guys flying all around my head, but, I don't think that is going to happen any time soon. So for now, my latest creation can hang on the wall to remind me that all of this snow will someday be gone and will be replaced by lovely, lovely insects and leaves. No I am not a big bug lover. Being the mother of 3 boys, there has been many a bug shoved in my face with the phrase that follows..."see what I caught mom"! No, I don't want to see, but I can't tell them that.

This next lovely Marie is one of many that will be gracing the halls of Winterberry Cottage over the next few days. I have a bunch of new prints I have added this week and these three are a part of that release!

These last two I like because they have pink in them with brown and off white. This is one of my favorite color combinations!

So let me know what you think and remember....

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AMYLYNN

2011-02-14T15:07:00.002-05:00

Well, at least the sun came out this Valentines Day. This was this morning just as the sun was coming up at the other end of the pond. I sometimes think Valentines is for so many other things you love beside your other half. I have such passion for so many things in my life including my husband and our section of Earth is one of them. I 110% LOVE it here. The yard makes me truly feel like I am finally at home. We have been here for 4 years now and it seems like that started just 4 days ago. This is the place that all of those things that are important in life can happen. Parties, holidays and many other gatherings. This house is on the piece of land where someday we may meet in-laws and grandchildren.

So why did I choose my backyard to talk about this Valentines Day? That is simple. This is where it is at. If it is true that love is always with you, then this is what love looks like to me. Where I will make memories with the 5 most important people in the world to me. Because lets face it, so many of the things we do are because of how we are raised. And since I choose to raise these four souls here then this is where my heart is. This is where any of them can come home to someday and know that this is total sanctuary. This is where you are loved no matter what and accepted for all of your flaws and triumphs in life.

Love can be romantic, love can be a dream come true. But in this house love is the only thing you should know for sure when you walk in the door or down to the pond. No matter what, love can always be found here. Especially on Valentines Day!

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AmyLynn

Valentines Are on The Way

2011-02-09T16:10:00.002-05:00

Well the Valentines are covering the Dinning Room table. Tonight is the night the boys write their names and their friends names on all of the cards. I used to love when I was able to exchange them. I loved making the bag that hung on the front of my desk that all of my friends, including my husband, would put my valentines in. AHHHH, the good old days. Well I went into the boys rooms at school and volunteered today. There, where all of the creative Valentine Holders that the classes created for the upcoming holiday. I actually started to get excited. I love things like this. I love that the fun I had is still there for them to enjoy.

Have you started you Valentines with your kids? I purchased them today and the fun thing I located where cards that had pencils with them. Last year they picked ones with stickers for them to give away with the cards but before they even left the house the stickers where all falling off. Not fun. In fact, the concept that it is not a big deal was totally lost on Noah. He did not agree and found it to be a really big deal!

Well we have to be going to basketball tonight so I better run.

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AmyLynn

THE STUDIO IS BUSY, BUSY, BUSY!!!!

2011-02-08T15:32:00.003-05:00

314

Yes, this was Morgans sugars this morning. 314 as a mother totally SUCKS. I know that means she has been snacking and not taking the two seconds to push the buttons for insulin. How hard is it to make the choice to take care if yourself? And I know that it is because she is 17 and doesn't really care about anything but the clothes she is wearing and the big choice between brown or black eye liner. Wow this can be hard to sit back and watch when it comes to her health. Especially when she is not with you all day.

Any who, lets talk about something Happy. The new set of nine flowers are on the way. What a group statement they make. Two of the frames arrived broken so once the new ones are here you will see the picks of this lovely and large grouping that is just fabulous together. This will be so wonderful if you have a large wall that needs something to fill it. One large print can be very expensive, so this is going to be a great alternative for you.

Also on the way are the new Easter prints. How fun and the look of vintage beauties like bunnies and eggs. Lots going on here at the studio this week so I better get back to work. Not to mention all the schedules for the kids this week so I better get back to work!

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AMYLYNN

Semi Formal Time!

2011-02-06T08:43:00.002-05:00

Well aren't they just so cute. My Morgan and her date Paul on their way to the Semi Formal. And what a night it was just trying to get there. Yes, another fun weather night here in the Northeast. I am not sure what was worse, the freezing rain, the ice hitting you in the head or the thunder and lightning storm that seemed to come out of no where. We are lucky we did not slip and slide our way from point A to Point B and totally have no control over any of it. Well these two made it there without a problem. But I gained a couple more grey hairs getting them their safe.
Well, off to pick up some great food to cook for the Super Bowl Eat Fest we will be having here. Four kids will want me to make things that they wait for every year at Superbowl time. Off to have a great family day!

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AMYLYNN

Happy Halloween All!

2010-10-31T20:42:00.006-04:00

Hi all!

Well another Halloween has come and gone. Can you believe the date on the calendar? I sure can't. So much to do and so much creating ideas in the back of my head. So what is first? Well, I think a combination of things. From items for the Autumn table to all of my plans for holiday decorating. Plus I think I have some fun plans for holiday gift giving on a budget. So stay tuned and follow along for the fun. Turning in early tonight. Ate way to much candy today. In honor of the holiday, here are a couple of my fun Halloween prints!

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WELL I HAVE BEEN WORKING VERY, VERY HARD!

2010-06-11T11:15:00.006-04:00

I know that I have said many times before how much I love paper. But I haven't said it today. I really love paper! I started last year with the home dec for the walls and so many more areas that have to start with paper. And these have been very popular. These are now on the site. Check them all out HERE!
These are all made with vintage book pages.

I have used dictionary as well as music to create these beautiful prints. I can't wait to here what everyone thinks. I have been working a while on getting a big collection ready for release. I wanted everyone to have a choice across the board on what they liked.

And I am not done yet. Ask my husband, I have a list a mile long to create and I am having a ball doing it.

For instance this golf guy is perfect for the man in your life. It is so hard to find a present or even a print for a gentleman's office or study that is not girly. With one like this you can like it as well. The vintage papers are beautiful and I know the computer screen doesn't due them justice. The book pages themselves are a warm color from age. Oh and I forgot, during the month of JUNE, when you purchase 4 you will get the 5Th print FREE! So take advantage of that. Plus you only pay shipping on the first one and they are free after that.

So let me know what you all think. I will be adding more all of the time so go and check them out HERE!

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MARLEE BACKPACKS ACROSS EUROPE

2010-04-29T09:26:00.028-04:00

MARLEE'S BACKPACK

Backpack Straps

(Fun pockets for tags!)
So the other day as I was showing a friend my All About Me Printer Tray her daughter was there. She was attracted to the same thing I was...the Eiffel Tower. This has been a dream of mine FOREVER. I don't know if it is the romantic in me or the want to see history up close and personal, but it has always drawn me in. When Marlee got excited about the tower as well it took me back in time. You know, when you are a little girl and anything and everything is possible. When you make lists of things you want to do some day and there is NO doubt in your mind that you will do each and everyone of those goals you have written down. Now those lists have become even more important to me as I get older. I see how I have lived this wonderful life that has been a journey. Maybe not the journey that many people would have taken, but the one that I would not have changed for the world. But as woman many times we have a list that we set aside and forget about because there are so many other things that come up in life. I get it, I know how one day life is grand and the next the wind is taken out of your sails and a new mountain to climb has popped up in front of you. I know of which I speak, BELIEVE ME! But what if as grown woman we still dreamed. And what if we shared those dreams with our friends and our children. It could spread like wild fire. Being able to dream keeps hope alive and makes us work for something. I know sometimes things happen in life that take the path of a future as we have seen it for a very long time and changes it. But with life and dreams if you hold on to your base and your sense of self you can always jump from one path to another and find the road that takes you to your dream tower. So Marlee, thank you for inspiring me to create this little backpack for a trip to Europe, because if we all take those little girl dreams with us we will never forget who we truly are!

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IT'S ALL ABOUT ME!

2010-04-26T13:21:00.036-04:00

So I have always seen all of these beautiful all about me projects. I still haven't tried one. Plus I am not usually in the pictures of my travels because I am behind the camera. Instead I thought I would use some symbols of me. Plus I have these great beautiful Printer Trays from 7 Gypsies. And of course the help of the Graphics Fairy is always a welcome one. So here it is. What do you think?

It has everything from keys to represent all the places I have lived to the dream of reaching Paris some day. I can not wait to hang this in our room.

This kind of thing is so easy for you to put together plus, people that love you that may not know everything about you will learn a lot.

So even if you don't want to be in the pictures, there is a way more out there to represent you and the things that are close to your heart!

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MY MOM AND YOUR MOM ARE SISTERS!

2010-04-25T09:20:00.004-04:00

(Michelle, Wendy, Danielle, Me!)

We spent last night in Port Henry. When ever we go there it feels like home. It was my aunts 50Th Birthday. Wendy and I are the daughters of the oldest sister of six kids. From the original six came 12 grand children. Well between just the 4 of us we have 11 kids. Wow that's a lot. But after I loaded this picture into my computer this morning I realized, hey, we are not so bad off for 4 mama's. Dare I say 4 "hot mama's" cause if I don't say it who will. We don't get to see each other a bunch because they are up North and we have landed in a great middle ground but it is nice to get together like this. Nothing ever changes and I think that is a great thing.

Family should always be there for each other when important times happen. So next time your invited to something that you have to fit into your already packed schedule, GO! You can't take a great picture if you don't show up to the party!

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50TH BIRTHDAY CARD!

2010-04-23T12:48:00.004-04:00

Hi all! Sorry it has been a week since I dropped in. We have been totally crazy busy around here. I just wanted to show you a little Happy 50th I just made for my aunt. I love Amy Butler papers and realized I hadn't used any in a while. So here they are. I was hooping around the blogs and saw this fun little flower being made and wanted to make some. I changed the sizes a bit but they are a lot of fun. And then ofcourse the bling. I love having those fun and shiny elements to add to things don't you.

And then there is this picture I must add. My husband is having a ton of fun playing in the yard with the tractor and yes I think his tractor is Sexy for you country music fans. It is like he is a kid in a giant Tonka Toy. Should he have been a farmer instead of a Electrican? Maybe, but I like to say I have my own personnal landscaper. I just wish he would wear a pair of tighter jeans while he worked!

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One Day in The Middle of Barnes and Noble

2010-04-16T14:31:00.004-04:00

(above work from Spring 2010 Somerset Memories created by Jo-Anne te Raa)

So on Thursday I was totally having a creative block. I had no want or thought to create anything and that is just not like me. I tried everything. A little blog searching for inspiration...nothing. Going over my stash of papers...nothing. I even went outside and gardened to change my mind...nothing. So today instead of being blocked again I decided to run some er ins and get other things done. I had a gift card for Barnes and Noble that I wanted to use so I headed in. I searched a ton of books and created a big pile to sit and look at. I went to sit down with my finds and there wasn't a seat to be had. So I went over to the magazine section where I found a seat and a couple of Somerset Mags to look at as well. Deep into my page turning I was having a hard time making a decision on which book would be riding home with me. So I set down the books and picked up the mags. Now of course you will understand if you have ever seen one of the mags put out by Stampington they are totally full of great inspiration. I looked the first one over very carefully and then noticed the time. Before I made my decision I wanted to look at just one more Somerset Memories for the Spring 2010. It was just a quick flip but something caught my eye. I frantically tried to turn back to what I thought I had seen. And there it was...someone used one of my scrapbooking embellishments in there layout. I thought I would fall off my chair. There it was. Something I created was published and I was so proud.

Now I realize they are just one little part of this woman wonderful work. But it was MINE!!!!!!!!!!! I did this. I added to a creation out there in the world. And this is the difference. This is the difference between a big company that makes tons of products and a little biz full of heart in Upstate NY creating something. This means the world. Now don't get me wrong, the big companies do a incredible job, but when you are the little guy it is like winning a award.

My little metal rimmed tags where just a part of a Jenni Bowlin Kit that she put out about a year ago but it only takes one little thing to make your day now doesn't it!

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HOW ABOUT A MIRROR FOR YOUR LITTLE ONES ROOM

2010-04-13T11:59:00.017-04:00

So I was asked by my Logan if I could put a mirror in his room that he could see into. At 5 he is to short to see his pretty little face in any of the other ones. So I grabbed this plain little mirror and made it a little more my house friendly.

I started by layering a bunch of different papers (vintage ones) with Mod Podge. Then covered the entire thing with pattern making papers for the perfect tan background.

Then as I do many days of the week, I hooped over to the Graphics Fairy and collected a bunch of Vintage Flash card images and got to work. I printed them in all different sizes. I cut them out, inked all of the edges and adhered them with more Mod Podge. I also went over the top of the images with the Mod Podge to seal it.

I finished it all off with some great Gaffer Tape from my site and there you are. A great little project that you can make your own in no time. Find you favorite graphics and have at it. Decorate a little spot in your house that you had not thought of adding anything to~!

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HERE BEGINS MY PARIS STREET SCENE!

2010-04-12T11:12:00.006-04:00

Well once again, thanks to the wonderful blog THE GRAPHICS FAIRY, I have more inspiration. I am totally in love with little scenes. When I was a kid I had a little wooden box that was a old general store set up inside of it. Kind of like a one room doll house. I spent hours imagining the life of the general store clerk that was made out of corn husk. I do think I was born in the wrong time period. And this girl would have been me. She would have loved to stop by this cafe in Paris for a hot cup of coffee. It would be one of those things that was simple and of great enjoyment. That girl would have been me for sure.

So the base is a little mini canvas. I attached the gate and used a watercolor brush and ink to add the color.

Then I attached the clock to the side of the canvas. It reminds me of a corner building.
I added the embossed chandelier for more layers of shinny fun. So there it is. I hope you enjoy it and work on your own little dimensional fun project. I must go back to the Graphics Fairy now and look for more things that look like buildings. I need to create the next building she is going to be stopping by today!

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NOT ALL WALL HANGINGS NEED TO BE FRAMED!

2010-04-07T10:20:00.007-04:00

I just located this bright blue eyed one year old boy. He is 4 1/2 now, but I love the two teeth and the little chunky face. And of course the face framed with red hair. We where living in a apartment at this time while we built our current house. We sold the last one before we where even ready to start building. So no it was not a big party, not enough room for that, but it was special just the same when we are celebrating this little guy.

The papers are from Sassafras and the foam thickers are from American Crafts. They originally where black. You all have seen me do this before. I painted the black thickers with cream paint then sprayed with, you guessed it, Glimmer Mist. If you add together different colors and then top coat with a silver or gold Glimmer Mist it gives a great look of metal.

You may not always be able to control it, but I think this is what is so great about Glimmer Mist. It gives us all a new way to mix colors and try for great out comes. Try it yourself!

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HAPPY EASTER IRENE~!

2010-04-04T20:02:00.008-04:00

So I have heard that my grandmother used to make a Pineapple Upside Down Cake in a fry pan. Here is the strange part, I do not remember this. OK, I know that I am getting older, but you think I could remember that. Well the other day my sister asked me to make one. I think it turned out pretty darn well. The taste was wonderful and I now know I need a new platter that will fit a 10 x 13 that is flat. All of my good platters have a dome and it would not lay flat.

So these next are a few of the days fun less my normal scrapbooking. Have a great Easter!

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EASTER EGGS MADE WITH LAST YEARS NAPKINS!

2010-03-29T11:53:00.013-04:00

So I was getting out all of my decorations a couple of weekends ago for the upcoming Easter Holiday. As I was going into the box I ran into some of last years napkins from my turn hosting the big dinner. I must have loved the pics on them and kept them for the same reason I collect scrapbooking papers. Then I had a idea...I ran out to the store and picked up some plastic eggs, large ones. And then it was magic time. You all know how much I love to create but different things like this REALLY make me happy to create.

I started by gluing the plastic egg together. I mixed a bit of water with Mod Podge to thin it out and add pieces of the napkins in it. Now, if the colors of the eggs are dark you may need to either paint them lighter or add a extra layer of white napkin. I tore apart the napkins and used just the top layer on some chipboard eggs. But you really do need to layer it on the plastic ones.

The last step after they dried was to, yes you guessed it, GLIMMER MIST!!!!! I could not help myself. And it really made a great shine to them. I hope you like all of the pictures. Please let me know if you have any questions and by all means leave me a comment. Oh, and just a thought, I used napkins with pretty pictures, what do you have lying around? It might surprise you!

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2010-03-22T12:02:00.004-04:00

So when you have three boys and one girl you need to keep them apart some times. Mo is the oldest so they all want to be in her business 24-7! So this is my take on a "DO NOT DISTURB" sign. I was doing my blog trip this morning and there she was on The Graphics Fairy. She had the look on her face similar to Mo's when she is unhappy because a little boy has barged into her room.

Now I know that this is not going to stop them.....

But I am fairly sure that is way more decorative then her writing on a piece of paper in black marker. My thought is that wouldn't this look great if you owned a Bed and Breakfast! They totally would look beautiful on the doors rather then a plain old sign. Well I am off to make a video of this little creation so thanks for stopping by, and remember to ....

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MY NEW SPRING PAPER BAG ALBUM

2010-03-13T15:04:00.010-05:00

This is a side view of the album. This is where all the tags go in the pockets of the paper bag album. They all have various items on them from keys, to flowers, to milk caps as a tag pull!

Hi all! I just wanted to check in and let you know the video of my latest mini is up on my youtube channel. This one is a paper bag album. I love making these because you can get such a great look and have all of these pockets that are so quick and easy to create. And you all know how much I love to create. The birds in my little creation come from Graphics Fairy. They are so bright and pretty. And check out the ruffle around the frame on front and the back cover. It is simply crepe paper with a bunch of different glimmer mist layers of color. It make the best ruffles that perfectly match your work.

Please let me know if you have any questions or thoughts about the album. I will do a tutorial soon on how to make a paper bag album so if anyone hasn't done that yet you will love it!

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ANOTHER NEW KIT IS GRACING THE PAGES OF BRAMBLEBERRY LANE

2010-03-10T12:55:00.011-05:00

This is the Mother's Day Kit that is the easiest kit for you. Everything you see comes in the kit and let me tell you I had a ball putting this one together because it screams "GIRLY"! Since my Morgan won't let me dress her in cute little outfits anymore now that she is 16, I will have to dress scrapbooks instead. You can truly make this for any occasion but I was thinking of the perfect Mother's Day gift myself. So wonderful for your mom( as long as she makes it back north before Mother's Day and stops picking up every antique the South doesn't have tied down). Or for your mother in law. Fill it with those darling little baby faces and she will be blown away. And it is so quick to do. I traced the teapots from the papers one night while watching TV. Then yesterday morning I stood here creating and was done in no time. Plus I didn't come any where near using all of the products in the kit and bonus there is a set of stamps as well in there. So lets get to it everyone, you will have fun, lots left over and make a mother happy. What could be better then that?

And don't forget to check out my youtube channel to see the video of my version of the kit!

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WONDERFUL NEW STICKERS HAVE MADE THERE HANDMADE STICKY BACKS TO THE LANE!

2010-03-08T05:41:00.003-05:00

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=42247356

I totally love a vintage look or distressed look to anything around me. And these hit that right on the head. They are this great kind of mustard background with lines going across the face of them. I just love them for a new Spring pick. In fact these papers from Basic Grey where ones I saw on line and didn't order from them. Then I saw them at a store and in the middle of the isle proclaim..."these would make great stickers"! Know one knew what I was talking about so I took my purchases to the counter and left. I should stick to ordering papers straight from the manufacturer in the comfort of my studio where no one can here me!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=42247436

This next set which is also Basic Grey paper, is bold, pretty and a real eye catcher. This set is the combination of a couple of different papers but they really flow well together. How pretty they would be a a Princess Invite, or page to remember the day with!

Well let me know what you all think. I love to hear from you, and remember....

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I HAVN'T MADE A ATC/ACEO IN A WHILE SO TODAY LOOKS LIKE A GOOD DAY!

2010-03-02T07:48:00.002-05:00

Hi all! I just wanted to drop in for a quick little post. Had some great SASSAFRAS paper on my work area and it gave me a idea. I had just gotten some of the greatest little graphics from The Graphics Fairy and I wanted to use these little girls. Hey snow birds(that is code for mom and dad) don't they look like Wendy and me? Well I think they do. So I layered them up and a new ATC is born for my rounder. The Sassafras papers come with these great edges and you can use them in so many ways. I inked up all of these pieces and away the glue went to make this collage of fun in a 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 setting.

OK world, it is time for me to go meet my big sister for breakfast. Life goes so fast when someone asks you to meet for breakfast(or ice cream Sundas) you should ALWAYS say yes!

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I LOVE GRAPHIC 45 PAPER!

2010-02-24T07:22:00.002-05:00

So as it goes here in the North East we have snow again. We have been very lucky and missed most of it. But last night it hit with a bang. As I was watching Pat out the window plowing, I turned to my left and there in my paper stacks was a pretty paper sticking out from Graphic 45. And oh the thoughts that went from one side of my snow filled brain to the other. Then it hit me, lets make a little wearable from this pretty paper and so I did. I went to my trusty stack of washers and pulled out the perfect size for the clock that I had my eye on in the center of the paper. It all was down hill from there. I punched, cut, burnished, glued, dried and finished off with a layer or two of Diamond Glaze. And there you go, this pretty paper will be around my neck or should I say around Morgans because she already has her eye on it.

So that is part of my paper mission this year. Add all of these beautiful papers into my everyday life. I love creating new and fun projects like this, don't you!

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THE FLY RIGHT INN KIT IS UP AND READY FOR SALE!

2010-02-21T10:33:00.011-05:00

Can you believe all of this wonderful STUFF? I am totally in love with this new kit. It comes with all of these great items for you to create a BUNCH of fun scrapbooking memories. There is a bunch of chipboard, buttons, ribbons, fibers, rub-ons and so many more pieces. I am sure you will all love this one. Here is the link to the kit FLY RIGHT INN KIT so go check it out and let me know what you think. Pick one up for yourself or a friend!

AND CHECK OUT A VIDEO HERE OF ALL THE GREAT PRODUCTS INCLUDED

So I hope you all enjoy this one and look out for the next kit which includes a TEAPOT ALBUM. Yes I said TEAPOT. I know, I am excited too!

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OH HOW I LOVE DELIVERY MEN...JUST DON'T TELL MY HUSBAND

2010-02-19T08:05:00.006-05:00

Everyone including Dallas gets excited when the deliveries arrive!

We have all been waiting for the Glimmer Mist to arrive!

I don't mean I love them like they are hot. I mean they bring me boxes of stuff that I order to create and make fun things with. Come on people, get you mind out of the gutter. Any who, such deliveries have arrived today. UPS, or Brown brought me this great big box of love today from 7 Gypsies. I have been waiting for a lot of this stuff to put in my two new kits. That's right kids not just one but TWO new kits chalked full of tons of mini-book fun. Once it is all unpacked I will get it up on my site as well as a video on my you tube channel for you to all see what comes in the kit.
Alright, I need to get this box unpacked and the new kits stuffed with goodies!

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NEW FLY RIGHT IN KIT IS ALMOST READY TO GO!

2010-02-16T10:13:00.004-05:00

Oh my, when I ran into this set of paper while ordering a few weeks ago I totally fell in love. The colors are so wonderful and can be used in so many ways. Here is a sneak peek at my next kit set coming out this week. I started the cover of my kit using this great little combo of items from the kit. I love have dimension on the fronts of my mini albums. The lolly made with the antique book pages really gives the dimension that I am looking for. I still can't decide between the words family or home on mine. It will happen here soon.

Above is the paper set that you will get in the kit with tons of goodies to create your own quick, easy and fabulous mini kit. Stay tuned for the video as well as the kit being posted on my sites!

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Mrs. Petersons Special Valentine

2010-02-12T07:34:00.002-05:00

Mrs. Peterson is Logan's K-Teacher. She is wonderful. Everything you would want in a 5 year old's teacher from being nice to teaching the kids how to get along. So Logan looks at me with those big eyes and says..."can you make Mrs. Peterson one of your cards?" How could I say no?

So I have been having a ball with the streamers but didn't have the right color. Now if my Glimmer Mist had arrived by now I would have just sprayed white to the color I needed. But it is not here yet. So I folded pink inside of white and it gave me a soft color once I folded it. I punched a butterfly out of these wonderful K & Co. papers and turned it over. I bent the wings and glued down only the body so it looked like it was coming right off the page. There where some little left overs from me trimming the streamers so I tucked those under the heart. Added a little gold metallic ink around the edges and there you are the cute little Valentine that I know he can hand her with pride. I love creating things!

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WHOOOO LOVES YOU LIKE I DO CARD

2010-02-11T13:02:00.002-05:00

Well Noah is home sick today so I finally got this cute little owl finished. I love owls but I didn't have a big enough one for this 6 x 6 card so I made my own from this and that. This was so easy. For instance, the feet, beak and ears are all made from a heart punch. The red scalloped area behind the main part of the body was made from two oval scalloped punches. The eyes are just various size layered punches and all edged with ink pad. For the white ruffle ares along bottom, that is a piece of crate paper(streamers) taped with double side tape and folded back and forth. The little frame stands out with foam dots and I think it all goes together pretty well.

So what do you think? I think you could change from these beautiful Cosmo Cricket papers to any other color line to make this card fit for so many occasions. Just change the wording and you are all set. A little layered paper can go a long way!

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Getting Ready for The Big Sweet 16 Is A Full Time Job!

2010-02-02T09:23:00.004-05:00

Well the race is on. Morgan is having a big 16th Birthday Party here this spring. We are both so excited. She is my oldest and only girl so we need to make it so beautiful for her. I started these pinwheels. They are so easy to make and what a great way to pull all of the the colors together. And lets face it, I have plenty of paper to make 1000 of these puppy's. Now these start out as a 6 x 6 square of paper. I am also working on 12 x 12 to hang along the banner. Mo and I already have a enormous folder of ideas from food to decorations and it is oh so exciting!

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I AM THE GREAT GRANDDAUGHTER OF ALTA AND CLARENCE....

2010-01-30T09:12:00.007-05:00

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your way acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3: 5-6

Growing up you have all these plans for life. You want to travel have some great career and be larger then the small town you call home. That was me. I had set my mind to never getting married or having kids and well you know what they say about plans we make.... I would never thought that on the verge of 40 in 2010 I would be THRILLED to be a married mother of 4. It totally blows my mind but I have never been happier. The price of having 4 incredible kids some times is not one that you pay yourself, but one you have to watch them go through with your hands tied behind your back. 10 years ago this happened with my oldest Morgan when on December 8th she was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. This one is a moment in time that stood still for me and changed me forever. Well one of those days 10 years later has come up again. My incredible little Red Head was just this week diagnosed with PDD(Autism). It looks like the final classification will be under Asperger's Syndrome, but they want to do way more before that specification is made for education reasons. I have known we where going in this direction since the fall. It has been totally eating me up knowing that possibly things in his life could be different for who knows what reason. And as my kids call me "MAMA BEAR" it is hard to stand by and watch this all unfold.

So, What is next? Well, I educate myself on everything we can do to get him into a place in life that is good and fulfilled. We stay strong and help each other when things are not so great with him and never give up. Someone said to me this week..."when are you ever going to get a break, you have been through so much?" I can't think that way. Sure I had to cry for a day or two and pull out that bottle of Vodka for a good shoot of Polish warmth. But I know that I can do this. I know that this incredible cute, loving and so sweet little boy needs me and my family. When people say you come from strong stock they mean it about this group. I have the most incredible "strong like bull" parents. I grew up having wonderful grand parents and great grand parents that showed me that LOVE and FAMILY can conquer all. I grew up with a grand mother that made me feel like I was the most important person in the world. I was one of her girls and and her strength and love follows me everyday even on the hard ones. And yes I have the best sister ever, so what more could a girl ask for? Being a parent isn't a right, it is a job that is nothing short of mind blowing but should be taken so seriously. With all of the history I have behind me to make these hard days easier well, it all has to start somewhere. We all have to have something we look to in our time of sorrow and need. And for me, just knowing that I come from these incredible parents and family is what will get me to my next path every time!

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OWED TO THE QUEEN OF PINK...HEIDI SWAPP!

2010-01-29T09:18:00.008-05:00

Well I was watching some of the awesome video's from CHA Winter 2010. I got to one with the new Heidi Swapp products. They showed a little set of three frames that she had used as the base for a project with her Tattered Angels. I thought, hey wait a minute, I just picked up a set of those frames myself a couple of weeks ago. So I made my own version of 3 for above my closet door. I started out with the Amy Butler line Specialty Papers from K & Co. I really liked the pink and brown with the black frames.

The background paper is under the glass while the rest is affixed to the glass with a little liquid glass. The background paper is matching in the two end ones with the same pattern in the center flower one just different color.

As far as the butterfly one, I wanted to make it look like they where migrating their way over the frame. I only glued them on the centers. The butterflies as well as the other papers are all highlighted with brown ink along the edges.

The bird was landing on a branch and then I remembered I had a fence die so I punched it out of chipboard and used Tim Holtz-Distress Crackle Paint to make it look like a old country fence. I added a little clear Stickles to give it a bit of bling. And finished off with a butterfly in the matching papers to the bottom flower from the center frame.

So....What do you think? I am so happy the way they turned out. Of course my husband looked at them and said he liked them but... I knew that but means...Why are they on the outside of the glass? I promptly said...Well if Heidi Swapp can do it, so can I!

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New Thinking of You Card!

2010-01-27T05:48:00.004-05:00

Hey all! Here is another fun idea I came up with to use my stickers. This card design is so easy to do but really gives you a great result. I started by taking the middle paper in the sandwich and punching out the three 1" circles. Then I took the top layer and turned it over. I traced the circles on to the back of the top layer and used the scalloped 1 1/4" punch. It makes it really easy to eyeball the sizing and placement this way. Then I wrapped around the ribbon and and connected them to the card itself.

I used a complimentary paper from the set so it really went well together. Once again the back looks as good as the front and it has a great clean finish. Then the very last thing was to stick the stickers in the 3 circle punched on the front and it is all done. What do you think? I would love to hear from you!

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SEMI-FORMAL 2010- ISN'T SHE LOVELY!!!!

2010-01-23T20:11:00.002-05:00

Well there is my girl. She is the most beautiful bell at the ball! When we picked up this dress before she ever tried it on we knew it was the one. She picked up her new glasses today to top of her outfit. She enjoys being able to see and these new glasses really help with that. Unfortunately, you can't see her really cute silver shoes in this one but they worked beautifully. This photo was taken at her friends house. All of them meet there to go together. I totally forgot to take a pic at home and some how by the grace of God my camera was in my purse so I didn't miss this wonderful girl on her way to the dance.

Well now I must wait to go pick her up so I am going to work on a page for this picture. I am making a 16th Year album for her so she has a hard copy of all the fun she had when she was 16. Maybe it is because I am turning 40 this year, but I think it is important to be able to look back at those carefree times. I will share the book when it is all done and as I go along this year!

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More Love is in The Air, Or @ Least in The Air Mail!

2010-01-20T10:23:00.003-05:00

I know, I know, I can't help myself. I love making Valentine's. Maybe it comes from the excitement of that white paper bag that would hang on the front of your desk as a child on Valentine's Day. You would get to decorate it in art class and then hang it there for the big day. For that very moment to see when and if that special someone is going to drop a card in your bag. I remember buying my box of cards as a kid and going over them and deciding who was going to get which one. What would this card say or mean to the love of your life. Now for me, that was my husband(he just didn't know it at the time.)

For this one I wanted it to be romantic. I think the papers lend to that feeling very well. The card measures 6 x 4. I went around the edges of everything with Color Box dark brown Chalk Inkpad. The brads and the frame add dimension to the card. And I layered the blue layer up and over the back to give it a really finished look. You can see this in the picture below. I hope you all enjoy this and it gives you all some inspiration!

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Birds of a Feather Celebrate Birthday's Together

2010-01-19T11:28:00.004-05:00

So here is some inspiration for everyone today. I have been trying to build up some special cards for the upcoming birthdays of 2010. I can't stand when I am walking out the door and there is no handmade card in hand. See it is my own fault. I have been making cards along with many other projects for so long that people come to expect it and I think that I should live up to that expectation don't you.

This one is more for a adult. The picture doesn't totally show the shine to this card. On much of the black on the bird I layered the liquid glass to give some more dimension to it. I love the combo of colors. I make a bunch of bright happy colors for many of my birthday cards but it is nice sometimes to have a stronger more masculine set of colors. I also rolled the edges of the double sided paper flowers so they gave a pop out look. Also on the flowers, which you really can't tell in the picture, I used the liquid glass on the tan areas. It pulls the eye over the front of the card while leaving the bird the dominate feature. I hope you all enjoy it and make it a great Tuesday!

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2010-01-18T16:00:00.004-05:00

This is for sure a girl holiday. The great day of love many refer to as Valentine's Day is truly just a excuse for us to use PINK. I love pink and all of the fun that goes along with it. Here is my daily dose of pink for this time of year. And here is how I made it....

Start with a 5 x 5 base card(5x10 before folded)
4 Similar papers that are 2 1/4 x 2 1/4
Edge them each with Metallic Gold and round one corner
Layered nesting hearts on chipboard and more Metallic on edges
Tape runner embellishment to card and add words

As far as the letters I used for love. They are foam stickers that where black but I wanted them to blend in a little more to the color scheme. So out came my trusty paints and everything matches beautifully!

Now as far as this little toss in. It was 2:00pm eastern time and the house was VERY, VERY FREE OF SOUND. This is not normal when all four of them are home from school. So I looked around downstairs and there was no one. I made my way up stairs and still no sounds. Until I opened our bedroom door and all of my little friends, along with their pillows, where watching a movie together. WOW this is the kind of stuff pictures are made of. So I grabbed the camera to mark this moment in history. And this is what I am thankful for today!

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Mail is Here!

2010-01-17T21:04:00.003-05:00

Hi all! Just wanted to drop in and show you what has arrived at the Lane. These really darn cute MAILBOXES! They come in Pink with a pink flag and White with a red flag. You will be able to find them at my Artfire site as of 1/18/10 Monday. They are a great price at 2.25 and they are made of tin and the flag is plastic. From Valentines to Birthdays you will have great fun with these. I know I can't wait to dig in and make one!

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A CARD IN SECONDS!

2010-01-15T11:22:00.005-05:00

Alright everyone, this one is quick and simple and not a lot of items are involved to create it. Not only as a Valentine, but think of the color changes you can make and embellishments and it turn into a quick birthday card. With some left over textured card stock this card was completed in minutes. It measures 4 1/2" 's square.

Here are the few products I used to complete it. If you haven't already purchased a Souffle Pen what are you waiting for? It is yummy and puffs up as it dries and can be used for so many things. I do go over my lines twice when I use it on such dark paper. Some times it comes out a little watered down. I also start it out on a separate paper to make sure it is flowing once I use it. Then there is my FABULOUS CONVERSATION HEARTS! This time of year I am using and selling these little guys like crazy so make sure you pick them up today!

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THE DAY OF LOVE IS ON THE WAY!

2010-01-08T10:36:00.005-05:00

Starting with 7 Gypsies products are a full prof way to make a project come out right. Adding in some of the fun little products I make is just a bonus for me. This is one of the album/book covers that I carry at BRAMBLEBERRY LANE from 7 Gypsies. And yes they aren't just for creating a album with. Instead, I turned it into a wall hanging to decorate for Valentine's Day. This was so simple and I think came out great.

I started by wrapping the one edge with the alphabet gaffers tape. Next I punched a hole in the top 1/2" in from the edge on both sides. Then it is time to layer. I added this great girl.

I used two so I could change the shape of the arm by cutting it out of the second one and layering it back in with brads. I added Crackle and Liquid glass to give it some shine by following the pre- printed markings on the book cover. Next I layered a basket and the heart. I finished up with the wording and the glitter. And lets not forget the darn cute ribbon with the white pom poms on it to hang it with.

I think it came out with that old vintage look that I was looking for. I hope you all enjoy and this will inspire you to ....

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The Girls Have Dropped by the Lane!

2010-01-04T09:19:00.007-05:00

These new girls on the block are so much fun. Pop over to BRAMBLEBERRY LANE to view more of my new products. I can't believe it is 2010 already but boy have I been working on a bunch of stuff to make your New Year fun and festive. I have done everything with these stickers from add them to some metal rimmed tags to the background on a Valentine project for a upcoming Tuesday Tutorial. And speaking of Tuesday Tutorials check back tomorrow to see what I have in store for you. Decorating has never been so fun and or easy when you see this weeks project. Paper is our friend and it shouldn't be left in a pile never touched so stop by on Tuesdays starting January 12th to see what I am creating with my stash.

Here is another set of fun, fresh and vintage stickers. Do you like that combo of words? Any who, this set has the scalloped edges and they measure 1 1/4" 's so a little bigger then the normal ones. This set is from the fab vintage books my daughter gave me! Alright all, Third Eye Blind just came on the i tunes so since everyone went back to work and school it is time for me to dance around my house like a crazy, yet happy, person.

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WHAT'S NEW FOR THE NEW YEAR?

2009-12-29T08:31:00.012-05:00

Oh how I LOVE PAPER! I know, I know, it is not real and I am not supposed to love it. But don't hate me but I do. So I am looking to bring these papers into every corner of my life and give you all ideas on how to do the same.

I made these for some of the gals in my life for Christmas. In fact once I started, I just couldn't stop. They are made with some of the vintage papers that I carry at Brambleberry Lane. I have many that are made and ready to be ordered. There is a fabulous one made from a vintage book that my daughter picked up for me at a antique store.

Then there is the music one that my parents ran into some old music sheets down south last winter.

Then there is the big bangle that I made out of some great 7 Gypsies paper I had in my stash of fun. They are all top coated so they can be worn for any fun and funky event. I will list the pictures of the ones I made for my sister and her girls once I get pictures. The black origami paper that I used for hers is FABULOUS.

Next are my many Fleur de Li's sticker sets in many fun and bright colors. I am chomping my way from one paper to another to find something for everyone!

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THE 09' CHRISTMAS PICTURE HAS SHIPPED!

2009-12-16T08:52:00.006-05:00

There they are, my people. Yup, I created every last one of them with a great since of pride. But as I seal the last holiday envelope with their picture enclosed, I realize all that they have taught me. Started at the center is Noah( the little Red Head). I never realized that JOY was so free. Freely given and freely received. His smile is as big as the sun and his humor has no limit. He has a bit of little devil but he is 100% heaven sent boy.

Then there is Logan(the little blond beside my daughter. Well how do you describe HEAVEN ON EARTH? I tell my husband that there is a song that describes the way I feel about Logan coming into my life by Rascal Flats..."God Blessed the Broken Road"...that lead me straight to you. No matter what ever bad things could have ever happened in life, getting to the moment I meet Logan made it all worth it. If you can not see his mouth when he smiles, only his eyes...well, I have truly seen the meaning in real life of Irish Eyes a Smiling.

Next is my Joshua all the way on the left. He is going to be a heart breaker. He warms my heart every time I see him. He has the most beautiful little face and boy can he charm his mother. I know that he is a little troublesome truck some times but does he ever have my heart strings wrapped around his finger.

Then there is my Morgan. My dearest Morgan. She is my only girl. Hope, Faith and Love all wrapped up in a package. My husband may be my partner, but Morgan is my right hand gal. She has always been there to help me out when I need it and support me along our road of life. No one could ask for a better daughter because I have the best.

Now, in between everyone of the pictures taken, the four of them where not thrilled. Noah would not look at the camera. Josh would make a funny face at the wrong time and Morgan kept trying to keep all of her little brothers in line. Believe me when I say that I know how important family is. But I never knew how much a picture would mean to me until I started photographing these four. They are my loves and my life. And when you add Pat in it makes the circle complete. Alone we are just one of six, together we are a VERY BLESSED family!

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HANDMAKING CHRISTMAS!

2009-12-02T15:10:00.005-05:00

Well I was thinking, and I figured I should start showing everyone some of the handmade items that I have created for this holiday season. As many of you know, I have totally branched out from just scrapbooking with the beautiful papers that I have in my stash. No matter if it is a stack of vintage music books or some great new Cosmo paper, I am trying to use it rather then stash it. So lets start with this years Kitchen Tree. I try to make this something new and fun every year. And if it is a crazy year I resort to using a bunch of my antique cookie cutters to adorn it.

This year I have used my die cutting fun to create some great ornaments that could have been around 50 years ago. I have been sorting all of the different ideas I have seen and kept running into past holidays that paper ornaments where used. So I pulled out some of my "fine" glitter. This is so easy to do with any die cutting system that you have. Or drop me a line and I can get you some of these fun shapes. So I cut them and lined with a little glue so you could still see to the old music sheets once the glitter and glue dried. And that was it. I added a couple of Candy Canes and there you are. A Kitchen Christmas tree that makes people say..." you made all of those ornaments yourself?" I love answering yes to that question.

So tonight's homework is to create something for your holiday home this year. You will really enjoy making and decorating with your own handmade ornaments!

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NEW CHRISTMAS CHIPBOARD ALBUM

2009-11-29T19:15:00.008-05:00

Oh my gosh I love this new album. It is made up of a Santa Hat, Christmas Tree, Mitten, Ornament, Snowman and a Gingerbread Man! And it is only $2.50!!!! This chipboard album would make a great quick little Christmas gift to make or just give as is. But the other thought I am working on is each one being a super special gift tag. Oh yeah, they would be perfect as a gift tag.

You can find it at either http://www.brambleberrylane.artfire.com or http://www.brambleberrylane.etsy.com

So many ideas you could use for this set just get working. There isn't much time left to Christmas. I think I am going to make a album with the kids with this. It can showcase our cookie making night. I love brag books that I can take with me. This over all measures approx. 7 x 7. But truly every page is a different size. For instance the snowman at his largest point width wise is 3 1/2 x 6 3/4" tall. So they do vary. I hope you really enjoy this set!

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I AM NOT THINKING ABOUT SCRAPBOOKING THIS DAY!

2009-11-26T07:46:00.010-05:00

THIS IS WHAT I AM THANKFUL FOR..........

...IT IS THAT SIMPLE!

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SCRATCH THAT............

2009-11-25T13:57:00.005-05:00

OK, so I thought I ordered the little ones...but I was wrong. I got the big ones. So everyone of these little boxes on these TOTALLY AWESOME PRINTER TRAYS Measures 2 1/2 x 3 1/2. The total over all size is about 12 1/4 x 15 approx. That is with the handle on the top added in.

And how about this handle? What a great way to hang this printers tray. Now I am sure they could have just added one of those key whole cutouts on the back to hang it. But this really adds a lot to the look.

Now there are 12 rectangles in all for you to fill so isn't' that great. As you see I am playing with all of the fun things I can do. Playing with a Christmas theme right now. The great thing about my clear stamps, I can lay them out where I am thinking about using them before I even stamp with them. Plus I can try a bunch of different possibilities before I settle on what I would like to go with.

Now here are some quick ideas. There are 12 places so you could do a little calendar work. That would be so simple. Or you could change the theme with the seasons. Why not use poster putty to hold in your ATC's and little treasures instead of glue. That way you can use the same printers tray over and over to change when ever you feel like. Oh I know, here is a great one. How about hanging it in your home and filling it with your child's class picture and maybe a little memento every year. Or a graduation gift. So many things that you can do with this one. I am glad I messed up and ordered the big ones.

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THEY ARE ARRIVING TODAY!

2009-11-23T06:35:00.004-05:00

Picture courtesy the 7 Gypsies website

I am totally on board with paper products and there incredible colors and patterns turning into home dec. And here is a great way to jump into the big pond of not only decorating but trying your hand at ATC's while you are at it. This 4 x 6 printers tray from 7 Gypsies will be dropped of at the door step of Brambleberry Lane today. The top picture is a example of what you can do with this great little printers tray. I have been working on my squares so as soon as it gets here I can drop them right in and hang them up.

I am starting with a Holiday theme. Lets face it, I can't think about anything else but the holidays upon us. So this will be perfect. Lets talk about it being a great gift. I know that you have a ton of paper out there just sitting in your stash waiting to be used. Well here you go. You will just need to create a few cute little box's and add pictures, (with embellishments of course) and you have a great gift for under $20 bucks. Now that is a great idea.

I will post my first done one once they arrive!

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More New STUFF!

2009-11-20T07:05:00.009-05:00

Some of these I have been making for a couple of weeks and just have not had the time to list here. Others are brand new to the Lane. The above Red and White are to die for. They are a great color combination first of all. But they really give a elegant feel when added to your cards.

I love these snowflakes. The blue is just light enough and not to heavy. This is a paper with flowers here and there on it so you pick up the white lines every once and a while. So like real snowflakes, no two are alike.

This new Kitchen Paper is so awesome. I love the retro feel. What a great base for a hand made recipe book. You could gather a bunch of old hand written family recipes and really create something special.

I have these ribbons in white, red and a combo red/white. They are so different and you will find loads of things to do with them.

And I am sure by now you have seen my flash cards. These vintage finds are so great for adding to a page or even cutting and using as a base for your ATC's. I am always finding things to do with these!

What a pretty blue/white combo these snowflake stickers are. Soft when you first see them but when you add them to a white envelope they totally pop!

And last but not least these great new clear stamps from 7 Gypsies. It is a really big set for only 8.00 that you have to check out. I love adding stamps where ever I like on a page. Or stamping on separate paper, cutting and then adding back in. So simple and easy to make that layered look!

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HAVE YOU SEEN THE NEW PAPERS @ BRAMBLEBERRY LANE?

2009-11-18T16:44:00.016-05:00

Hey there Mister Gingerbread Man! You could totally make a house (a gingerbread house) out of paper with this set. The fabulous papers from American Crafts featured in this set are all about the building of some great Christmas memories. I have a great little chipboard book and house that I am going to be working on over the next couple of weeks with this grouping. I am so excited about this set. And there are ***30*** sheets in the set!

WOW these are FABULOUS! This set is full of card stock, flocking and fun. Oh yes I did say flocking. The heads in the first picture are flocked. I know it is crazy but true. Not to mention all the other great papers in this set. You will totally love them!

Don't hate me because I love this paper. They are pretty and cute all at the same time. This set is full of whimsy. The colors are the perfect tones. The combination of traditional colors and the pinks never crosses that fine line of too much on one paper. Instead, they truly compliment each other. And yes there are ***24*** of them waiting for you @ Brambleberry Lane!

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WHY WON'T THE PRETTY BIRDS LET ME HUG THEM?

2009-11-17T08:09:00.005-05:00

So the back of our land borders a very large pond. Many animals visit us at different times of the year just because of the water. Now it is the turn of the Geese to make their way south by stopping off here at Brambleberry Lane. The only problem with this is every time I go to take their picture they take off on me. And there is not just a couple. On a slow day there is a minimum of 1000 geese at any given time just floating along. In the evening they drop from the sky in droves and the sound could make you loose your hearing it is so loud out there. But we love to watch them every year.

They fly so low over our home and our Choc. Lab is not happy with that fact at all.

It may be a little hard to see here, but this is me getting to close to them this morning and the entire pond lifting off and taking flight. I am not going to hurt them but they won't let me get close enough to tell them that. Growing up I could never understand why the wild animals that lived around our house in the woods didn't want me to hug them. And yes, here in my 30's I am still wondering the same thing. They are so beautiful and all of the animals that travel our back yard are a joy. Well, that is, except for the FOX FAMILY, they can just keep moving on!

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DON'T YOU LOVE NEW PRODUCT?

2009-11-10T11:39:00.007-05:00

Well here are some of the new products from 7 Gypsies that arrived here on the door step of Brambleberry Lane. Talk about instant inspiration. I have 4 new book cover sets. I have two shown here. They are a chipboard base so you can put holes in them and use with rings or you could always use ribbons or gaffer tape. The ideas will be endless. And talk about a beautiful start to a homemade Christmas gift. The covers are under $2.00 for a set. Now that is a great price!

How about the wonderful ATC punch that 7 Gypsies puts out. This is a must for anyone that creates ATC art for rounders. The perfect punch for them to hang just right.

And I think this great roll of gaffer tape speaks for it self. Plus the fact that the tape(sticky) is built right in. No adhesive is needed. Just cut and stick. You will love the red and cream combo. There are more of this one to come as well.

Then last but not least this great book cover set. I am loving this one so much. I am picturing the perfect little coffee table book of the families holiday season! Once again less them $2.00...wow!

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ON THIS DATE IN HISTORY...He Asked Me to Marry Him!

2009-11-09T06:46:00.006-05:00

As we all know, woman remember things in a different way. A more accurate way. We know the dates and times that life changing things happen to us. What we where wearing as well as the exact words that other person said are just a few of the details that never escape our minds. I have a problem with memories...I remember it all! It drives people crazy, especially my father. I hear the tone in his voice of wonder how I still can pull up a memory for such a little thing. But today I recall the day Patrick asked me to marry him. Well what he really said was...would you be my wife? It was like it was just yesterday. I can still see the vein in his neck popping and the blood draining from his face. I never saw this man so scared....no scratch that. When I walked up to him to get married he looked at me, instead of saying your beautiful, which I was. He said, "HOLD MY HAND NOW"! Yup, that was the most scared I had ever seen him. Any who, we went to dinner and he refused to sit where I wanted to sit, weird number 1. Then he kept snapping at me all night, weird number 2. Next he would light and then blow out every candle in the house, weird number 3. Then finally he kept pushing me away and walking away from me because he thought I would feel the ring in his pocket. That was weird number 4.

Well of course I said yes. How could I not. I had been dreaming of marrying this man since I was 5. But do you think he remembers what today is? I wonder. I wonder if it all ever crosses his mind like it does mine. Now I am not saying I want him to think about it when he is working on electricity. That is not the shock I would like. But what about when he is driving or having his lunch? Well I remember and I am thankful enough for the both of us!

So any who, here are a bunch of stickers that are new at Brambleberry Lane. I have this new 1 1/4" scalloped punch. It let's me add some more great papers that are out there. I hope you like them all!

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Are You Customer That Wants Free Shipping?

2009-10-08T17:12:00.002-04:00

Hi all! I wanted to stop by and show you one of my latest sets of stickers. These are perfect for the lover of winter in your life. They are so much darn fun and you will love them on your envelopes and projects this winter season.

And I hope now one has forgotten....

FREE SHIPPING ON MY NEW ARTFIRE STORE!

Yes, my new Artfire store is up and running. To thank all of my many customers I am giving free shipping as my gift from me to you. So by the stickers and embellishments while they're hot and the shipping is free!

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MY NEW ARTFIRE SHOP IS UP AND RUNNING!

2009-10-07T10:38:00.002-04:00

Here are just a couple of sets of my new Holiday Stickers. You all know how much I love finding new papers for new sticker sets. Or some of those great images that really give a fun look to anything you use them on. Well here are just a couple of them. I love the idea of the red and green snowflakes. Sure anyone can picture a white one. But a set of red and green truly jump off the page.

The Gold Holly Leaf set are no exception. They have the feel of the perfect finishing touch. Like they where meant to seal an envelope shut this holiday season.

See these and many more new sets at my NEW SHOP

BRAMBLEBERRY LANE AT ARTFIRE!

I have had great success under my original domain. But the fees are starting to kill me. Making my creative head be way less creative. I am running both shops for now. But really hope to get all of my wonderful loyal customers over to the new shop.

Plus anyone that mentions this blog post will get FREE SHIPPING on their first brambleberrylane.artfire.com purchase!

So contact me and lets get those stickers, seals and paper embellishments to you right away!

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Happy World Card Day Everyone!

2009-10-03T11:12:00.002-04:00

Yeah, she doesn't look like she is celebrating world card day with a happy face on now does she? I am having a ball with the fun daily addition of autumn themed ATC's. I know that this eerie witch may not agree but it is true. She kind of looks like one of my teachers growing up. She has a puss on if you know what I mean. The older women would always say that to you. "What do you have a puss on for"? I think this witch fell on her broom stick. Yes I am laughing at myself right now!

Any who, just a bunch of simple layering hopefully gives you some great ideas on things to create for your own ATC rounder this fall season. Be back with more ideas!

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First of Many Halloween Posts for October!

2009-10-02T11:55:00.005-04:00

Hi all! So I am working on my fall rounder for my ATC's. Now I say fall because I want to fill it up with now to Turkey Day! I know you are wondering where the witch went that left her shoe. I added the liquid glass to the shoe. It gave a great patten leather look to the shoe. Then I added the great little pearl stickers to give the look of a real decorated shoe. Oh yeah, she is one stylin witchy woman!

You can really see the depth of the Liquid glass in this picture.

Well I hope this gives you a idea or two for the layering fun of ATC's/ACEO'S. You can not imagine how many things are out there that you can put together to make a fun little piece of art!

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THURSDAYS ATC/ACEO!

2009-10-01T16:11:00.005-04:00

The snow is falling on this great little snow man. With the use of some great glass glitter and die cut snowflakes, you really get the feel for the upcoming season. It is all on a ATC/ACEO base card made from some lovely Amy Butler papers. I used some of my favorite bling sticker strips. The stars as the buttons are just cut apart stickers embellishments. The eyes, nose, mouth and stars on the brim of the hat are all sticker embellishments as well. And lets not forget the power of your computer for printing out words to add to your projects. If my stamps don't fit I often like to take advantage of the fonts from my computer. The arms(or should I say sticks) are just some random scraps of brown paper.

But I totally love the pearls dripping down from the top. They lend to the dimension and draw the eye down to the large snowflakes on the bottom. I love double duty for my creativity!

So get out your stash and start creating you scrapalious scrapbookers!

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WHO STOLE THE COOKIE FROM THE COOKIE JAR?

2009-09-25T09:40:00.005-04:00

So these are the cookie holders I am making for the Christmas Season Cookie Swap. Any cookie will taste better in this container. What a simple project that make a big statement. And here is what you will need...

We Wish you a Merry Christmas paper set

A paint can unused or even a small box

Ribbon

Fibers

Trim w/ beads

This is so simple. Just cover the can with the paper. Take the ornament paper and cut out the shapes. Next assemble by layering them at different lengths of ribbon. After that I wrapped around the beaded ribbon and finished it off with a bit of white fibers to give it more of a dramatic look.

If you want to step it up you can add a crackle medium or some other time of Liquid glass to give it that old ornament feel. I added the Liquid glass to the dots and other areas and it turned out great.

This is another easy project that you don't have to spend a ton of money to create yet you are giving a really beautiful gift from the heart. Let me know how yours turns out!

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2009-09-24T09:35:00.002-04:00

Anyone can feel like a artist after putting together a Artist Trading Card. Here is my Thursday Trading Card for all the world to see. It is such great fun, as I have said before, in a short amount of time to have a great little finished piece. You can mix and match themes and colors and come up with so many great ideas. I love to layer. I like to layer colors, embellishments, papers and inks. Using items that are printed as well as stamped makes for a great combo. Or try using just a single item in a paper. For instance the flowers behind his head. They are cut out of a 12 by 12 and inked on the edges to pop! I added some crackle medium for the lines in the leaf and there is all sorts of fun techniques going on here. Put together all of those things you already know how to do and then add something new you haven't tried and you will love the results!

Well back to creating and to all of the fun of mommy hood.

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TRAVEL LOG FROM SUMMER STARTED

2009-09-23T19:54:00.003-04:00

I have been working on a little travel log from our summer outings. Once a week a bunch of us got together and did fun things that the kids would enjoy. Well truth be told, we loved it as well. So many beautiful summer days spent in a park or on a beach. I love giving the kids these memories to build on. The base group was my mom, my sis and her girls and me and my 4. Then others came and went in out of the group as the weeks went on. I truly miss those fun gatherings of family but now we will have this mini album to look back upon it all.

I love these little spiral books with heavy ivory card stock on the inside to mount all of your fun memories to. Now I have been looking in other places and I have found some great sources for ribbon and binding. I love this green. It really goes with the Vintage look. I layered it with a clock and this lovely traveling lady. Between the compass and the letters it does have a old feeling.

Alright, I am back to work to fill the pages with fun and pretty pictures!

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SNOWFLAKE BOX AND CHRISTMAS CARD

2009-09-14T09:18:00.007-04:00

Well here I go again with one of my new favorite things to use when creating. I have a tone of clothing patterns. When you look at things for a different use it can really turn out great. Many times with backgrounds it is very hard to find just he right paper. Especially for someone that loves to use tans, ivory, and cream and they don't exist to your liking. Patterns to the rescue. It is totally thin. It wrinkles perfectly and it adds a great addition of dimension to your project. And don't get me started on the way it takes ink.

On this snowflake gift box, I used some fabulous die cut snowflakes to decorate with. And here is how simple it was...

Put glue on the areas that I wanted the pattern paper to stick to.
Scrunched up the pattern paper then partially smoothe it over the areas with the glue
If you did not tear enough off just add a small piece to cover the box(it all melts together and you can not see the patched areas, plus it adds a great color effect.)
I took a brown ink pad and and gently went over the paper to only highlight the wrinkles.
Glue down the snowflakes making sure to go off the edges with them (this gives a much more pleasing and natural look.)

Make a matching tag and tie it on!

You now have a great simple gift box for the holiday season. I think packaging is key to a wonderful present. Simple backed goods can be brought up to a whole new level with great packaging. Below you can see close up the great effect you get from using the clothing pattern paper.

This next card as well was so simple, but with adding the music paper as garland you get something a little extra special. I cut out all of the card stock and inked the edges. Next I die cut the tree and added some glue where I wanted the garland to stick down. Gave a little "back and forth fold" to the music paper and held it down a minute until the glue dried a bit. So simple and so pretty. Hard to see in the picture but I added some great crackle to the star to stand out more. And there you have it. Another simple and fun card made in minutes. The longest part of this one is the crackle dry time.

The cardstock for both projects can be found at BRAMBLEBERRY LANE!

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BEGINNING OF SCHOOL MEANS A EMPTY NEST!

2009-09-10T16:54:00.002-04:00

For months I thought about how much work I could get done all by myself. I planned out my days and shopping trips that would be peaceful and without fighting or asking me for something. Well, they all started school this week and I have lost my hearing from all the SILENCE. First of all my Lab is not the best company when you hold up your latest paper creation and ask her what she thinks. At least when I asked my youngest the answer would always be..."pretty mommy"! My husband still has time off and he just keeps asking me questions and talking about generators. So what does this all mean? I MISS MY KIDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know, I know, it will get better soon. But all of my babies off to school is not as much fun as I thought it would be. So to my beautiful babies, all four of you, you are deeply missed and the best moment of my day now is the minute you walk off that bus. I love you all, and I am so proud of the four of you. You will all do great this year I am sure of it!

Alright, I am off to make a handy dandy little first day of school mini book!

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FALL INTO THIS TREE BANNER...SO SIMPLE!

2009-09-03T09:26:00.006-04:00

Hello all of my Scrapalicious friends! I have been taking apart this fabulous tree album that Maya road created and turning it into a Autumn Banner, and you can to.

I have simply taken the wonderful little tree and covered it with some great Cosmo Cricket paper. I love these papers with there warm colors, they truly give the feel of falling leaves and warm apple pie. I punched leaves out of the coordinating papers to adhere to the trees. After inking the edges of all the papers, (this truly finishes off what ever you are working on) I started putting it all together.

Using Rangers great Crackle medium, I covered some of the leaves, which really gave a great veining affect. And other leaves I covered with the clear coat so they had dimension. Next, I didn't have the proper size letters for the word "FALL". So I printed them off the computer, cut them out, and covered them with a clear coat. This is a simple way to get what you want and easily make it look great.

With the addition of some great black and white ribbon, (that I added brown ink to) I strung it all together to hang. So what do you all think? So simple to do and you will love the result. Just pick your favorite fall papers and make it all your own. Hey I am picturing some great winter colors, with a snow bird in the tree... Oh no I need to take apart another book now!

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Fair Season In Full Swing!

2009-09-01T10:37:00.011-04:00

So this is how our day at the fair started. With me trying to buckle the boys into the stroller when Logan grabbed the camera and took a picture of me. Now I know what the two of them see all the time. Boy is my smile crocked.

From the boys getting to explore a old train car to Patrick on the big giant slide, fun was overflowing everywhere.

They loved riding the motorcycles as well as the spin they took me on. We went on the teacup ride and Logan found it very amusing to spin mommy round and round.

They totally love riding together on everything!

Logan wanted to have his picture taken with this cow so bad but was a bit afraid of getting to close.

Then there where the ducks. Logan has not stopped talking about them. He wants one so bad. I tried to explain the entire thing about them not staying that size forever. Then little Noah decided to inform his big brother that there was no mommy in with the chicks and it all went south fast. Once again Noah's horns came out at the worst moment!

Everyone had fun. Now it is on to this weeks fair in our town. We are dropping off all of the kids entries today. The food will be judged as well as the things they created. Big hopes for lots of ribbons. I don't know where they get their creativity from!

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...and to all a Good Night!

2009-08-29T14:13:00.005-04:00

Hi all! Yes, I am still working on all things holiday. I will be doing a great count down to Christmas in November with a new and different idea for you. But right now I am just playing. Here is one of my latest ATC's. I really was having fun with my metallic ink and chipboard pieces parts. I am totally falling in love with the mixed media aspects of creating. I have some fabulous vintage images from old Christmas cards that my mom had so kindly tracked down for me a while ago. They sat here in this pretty little box and now they have been coming out to get cut up and played with.

When I was a kid my dad would stand beside the large white book shelves in our room and read to us "The Night Before Christmas" poem after a wonderful Christmas Eve celebration at my grandmothers. He was very animated so you really got the true excitement of the poem while he read it. When I saw this card front from mom, it is the first thing I thought of. And at our house time and clocks truly where a big part of the holiday season. We would look at that big Grandfather Clock to see how long before Santa arrived. Plus, that was where my father would perch a present for the entire family every year. The box would either contain the present as it sat on top of the clock. Or it would have something in it that would represent something else that was too large to fit up there. For instance, the year we got a trip to Disney World. Kind of hard to fit the castle and mono-rail up there so there where travel books and plans. Or the year we got our dog DUKE. It wouldn't have been nice to leave a puppy in a box on top of a clock that rang every 15 minute during the holiday season. Any who, time was important during the holiday's for us so adding CLOCKS means something to me. What in your work means something to you? Add something to a layout or project that maybe only a sibling of yours would understand and the "...oh I remember that" statements are sure to follow!

Alright, back to work for me, so please....

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HE MAY MELT IN THIS WEATHER!

2009-08-26T09:02:00.005-04:00

So I am working on somethings for up coming classes I will be teaching. I love to teach and share techniques with people that have never seen them before. There are so many things that you can do with the supplies you all ready have. Many of us that have worked with paper for a very long time have a huge stash of paper and products to create with. So next time you go shopping just pick up a couple of additions or as I like to call them "BASE PRODUCTS" and work from there. For instance, I grabbed some crackle paint from Ranger the other day while out and I have had a ball with it. I love making my projects look old and worn. The crackle and some layers of ink that you already own can give that effect in no time. Not to mention the inking of ribbon. At the last class I taught I inked the ribbon and I thought this woman was going to fall over. She realized with just a couple of ribbons she had multiplied her options. With some ribbons they are very bright, by rubbing a bit of ink on them they become dull and blend in so well.

One of the things I learned when I first started out was the great effect layering. If you take the time to layer even one thing on your project it will add to the interest. This is shown here with the snowflakes as well as the word.

So see what you can ink and layer today. You will be very happy with your results!

p.s. Here is one of the new papers I am carrying in my shop. They are fun and double sided. But they are a limited set, so if you like them you better grab them before they are gone!

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"NEW" Vintage Turkey Decoration

2009-08-23T15:05:00.005-04:00

So last year I really was very behind come holiday time. I pushed things off, and the great ideas in my mind never came about. So this year I am working over time to get some things created. I have also done a lot of decorating around our home. So I would like to add a little home dec to my seasonal decorating that I don't currently own. So if I don't own it, I must CREATE IT! So create I have been. Now I know that it is humid outside here in the Northeast. But my heart and mind have already turned to the upcoming season of AUTUMN. And then I ran into this really great little Vintage Turkey and it was time to make something. I made these to hang off the metal tie backs on my glass doors, in the family room, to the back yard. When ever people come into our home they gravitate to those doors to see the view of the water. So I know that it is a perfect place to hang something that I created because it will not be missed. I love making things and having them in places like the half bath. You know that someone is going to see them there for sure. I think people like to find something unexpected. I really think people get how much you care about your home when they find a little something like that.
Now as far as MR. TURKEY is concerned, so easy to make. I started by layering some chipboard with paper to give it strength. Then I layered one of my bingo cards from Brambleberry Lane. Then I stamped on some of the vintage music paper from my store, the words. Next, I handstamped a leaf and used some stickles to give it a bump up. The turkey I printed off line and stickled him up as well. Now I distressed it "all" with some brown ink. I added some great screw head brads and a fab fiber and that was it. Totally looks like a old deoration that I found at a antique store. I hope you all like this as well!

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ANOTHER GREAT DAY IN THE ADIRONDACKS!

2009-08-21T08:29:00.007-04:00

Living here at the foot hills of the Adirondack Mountains and right around the corner from great places like Saratoga there is so much to do. Thursday was the perfect day to go sit on the shores of Lake George in the Town of Bolton Landing. What a great little place to visit. There are cute little shops lining the streets. Wonderful places to eat and of course have some coffee. But we took the most advantage of the beach and playground. Ten of us get together and we have a ball once a week. This week we added a additional three to our group. Tiff, her daughter Emily and my moms sister Renee. This week was no exception. The views where perfect, the water warm. But the cake and pie where even a better taste when enjoying them sitting next to the water. Logan has some of those great tastes still left around his lips!

Meg and I after enjoying the warm waters of Lake George!

Everyone having fun in the water!

Noah loves digging in the sand at the playground!

Another great summer day in the Northeast with the kids. Create a memory with your family today because these are the days that SCRAPBOOKS are made of!

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HALLOWEEN ATC/ACEO

2009-08-17T19:21:00.002-04:00

So this week is my birthday. Yes I know that some people have a problem with the next year coming. Well not me. I love getting older. I love to see what I can get done in a year. But as always, when birthday time comes around I start feeling really creative. I start making things like crazy. I dream about creating, I think about it while I am driving. It even is on my mind while I am drinking coffee. And as many of you know when I drink coffee, I savor every second of it. This year is no exception. My mind and hands are racing. If I am not making something, I am making a list to make something later. Yup, I am a summer baby that just loves the fall and winter seasons and all the fun the goes along with them.
So here is my latest little ATC/ACEO. It uses my chipboard ATC blanks as well as some of the new little bits and pieces from my new package of ATC fun. You will get to play with some great tiny calendars and a finger or two to point your way. Keep an eye out for the entire package that will be featured this week!

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TO STICKER OR NOT TO STICKER...THAT IS THE QUESTION. YEAH, LETS STICKER!

2009-08-17T11:52:00.003-04:00

Oh my gosh, do I LOVE THESE STICKERS! This is my New RETRO STICKER SEAL SET! They are truly bright and bold. They are from the new Basic Grey papers that just arrived and I want to stick them on everything. As soon as I saw the paper I said to myself..."self, you would be crazy not to make these into stickers". And so I did. They would be a great addition to a boys birthday invites or gift bags. Maybe you are having a Woodstock Event, wow they would be perfect for that. They give you the strong feeling of tie dye. So what ever fun and great thing you would like to do with them drop me a line and let me know. I love to hear what great ideas people come up with to do with my handmade products!

Back to creating....so remember....

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OUTDOOR FUN COURTESY OF ED AND LINDA

2009-08-15T17:36:00.007-04:00

So I finally finished the swing for the yard. It was the hardest thing I have ever painted. And then add the huge amount of rain the Northeast has had this year and you can see why it has taken me weeks to finish. It was white and I had the bright idea to make it brown. I am not always very smart. But it is done now and I love it. There is a table that goes in the middle of it. Perfect for reading the morning paper. It just needs to dry and I will be all ready to go. Once again, a very generous gift from Mom and Dad has a wonderful place in our lives, and for that I am grateful!
Next is my Moon flower. The vine has been growing up the side porch. It has finally given me a flower. The flower blooms after dinner and is gone by morning. Hence the Moon Flower name. I have not had one in years and it really is beautiful!

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HERE COMES THE NEW CHRISTMAS LINE OF STICKERS!

2009-08-14T15:46:00.006-04:00

Well here they are. Some of my new Holiday Stickers for Christmas 2009. The colors are rich and I just know you will enjoy them. The red sheet music can really be used all year long but what a great accent to those gold envelopes.

The Ice Skates are one of my favorite sets. There is glitter on the skate blades. They have a really fun old fashion feel. This is the perfect snowflake blue for the back round. Once again the colors are strong so they will stand out.

And these mittens make me feel all warm and fuzzy even on a really hot day. They feature some great bling with glitter on the blue mittens. These will be a fab addition to your stash.

And last but not least, this years addition of Peppermint Candy. Last years where so popular and I was afraid I was not going to have as great of a pattern to go with but I am in love with these. A strong red is hard to find but this one delivers. The backgrounds go from off white to white so you will love every moment of these little hard candies!

So please enjoy all of these new latest and greatest holiday stickers from Brambleberry Lane. Keep and eye out for a couple more as well. You know I can't stop my self!

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New Amy Butler Paper Has Arrived

2009-08-12T07:36:00.004-04:00

Love, Love, Love these new Amy Butler papers that have come the way of Brambleberry Lane. As always they are double sided and the colors are the perfect combination of vibrant and laid back. She always adds a few less busy sheets to her line and that thrills me. Sometimes you just need a plain old background that compliments the bright and fun patterns. And Amy Butler delivers as always. I have a bunch of the 6 x 6 packs in this great card stock. And it looks like the old sticker queen is itching to turn some of these papers into a new group of stickers, so stay tuned for that!
You can also tune in this week for some great new sticker/ seals for the holiday season. Some of our favorite paper companies have sent me some GREAT papers and what else is a girl to do but turn them into stickers! Oh and I have been playing with the new ATC/ACEO Embellishment set. I have everything from tiny pointing fingers to buttons to base cards and I think your going to like it.
Alrighty, time to get to creative fun here at Brambleberry Lane and I will check in with you all again soon!

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THE CHRISTMAS HOUSE IS DONE!

2009-08-05T20:13:00.008-04:00

This has been on my mind to show you all some quick and easy projects for the holidays that you will have for many years to come. I picked up these house shaped boxes a while ago. They have been bothering me on how I was going to decorate them. I really wanted to do a Halloween house but I kept coming back to a sketch I did for the Christmas season. So I will have to do a Halloween one next because here is the Christmas one. This started with the old sheet music I sell on my site. I can make a list for a month of Sundays on what I want to use this paper for. It already has the aged look that we all try so hard to recreate.

Next, with a 1" circle punch and brown ink, I created the roof. I love the layered look. The windows are just layered paper to make the look of shutters. And as far as the wreaths are concerned. The large on on the roof area, I cut a 2" circle. I then took a leaf punch and with just the tip of the punch made the lace look on the outside of the wreath. On the inside a used a whole punch and did a random pattern to once again give the look of greens. Then I added the ribbon and a brad for the front door. Add a little ink here and there and you have a cute little Christmas house to give a gift in or use for decoration this holiday season!

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SOME HALLOWEEN FUN!

2009-08-03T18:05:00.006-04:00

Yes they are spooky but here and ready for your creative needs. Halloween creations are perfect for a rainy summers day. I have these white chipboard ghosts that you will be able to just add to a page or card without much work because they are already white! They also look great if you add a little antique look with a bit of brown ink. Or make them sparkle and shine with some stickles. Leave them alone or dress them up...you will really like the outcome!

Next from Brambleberry Lane, we have some great Halloween stickers for you. This set of 16 1"(2.5cm) stickers are so cute and offer many uses from candy bags to page embellishments.

Next we have the Journal Tags. I love these. Plenty of room to write on and great Halloween images to finish off the embellishment. There are 6 in this set.

And lets not for get one of my favorite sets for Halloween, the flash card set that comes with metal rimmed words as well. I love the flashcards and the dimension that the metal rimmed tags add to a layout!

So please enjoy these and many other items for the up coming seasons from Brambleberry Lane!

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MY LATEST SET OF STICKERS!

2009-07-25T20:47:00.002-04:00

Here are my new fun stickers. I love this color combination. These papers are so great. They are double sided and they scream lets have a good time. So I decided to have a good time and make stickers out of them. You should see the papers listed here shortly as well so you can make your own projects with them. The oranges and blues compliment each other so well. There are metallic sections on them as well as glitter. I love, love, love this set and you will too.
Anywho, it is a big Saturday night here in the Northeast. What to do? Well there are some wonderful videos on You tube. Plus I am totally into Hulu. You can pretty much watch anything on there. I love it. Some show I have never heard of and there they are. Well I better get kids to bed!

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Family Room Fun!

2009-07-23T10:07:00.006-04:00

Yes, he has hung my mirror. Now I usually buzz around the house hanging and moving pictures around. But this mirror is verrrrry heavy. It was in the living room but the wall it was on was too large and mirror was totally lost on it. The telephone pictures around it I made from my sticker images. AHHH the wonder of enlargement. Then the little shelves that are currently holding two of my Longaberger Baskets. I purchased two "WALL PLAQUES" from A.C. M and then the two bottom brackets from lowes. Painted them black and for about $4 per shelf I saved a bunch of money. Ones smaller then these where starting @ $15 each. We made two for $8. Now that was easy and cheep. These will be changed out with the seasons I am sure. But it really makes me happy to see some of my pride and joy baskets there. All and all I think this little project turned out so well. It was a giant bare wall that just never made me happy. I was always back and forth on what I was going to hang there. This grouping really takes up the large space and adds a bunch of interest to this otherwise bare space. It totally works with the leather chair and tan couch. I am sooooooo happy to see it all done.

It is hard to tell from the picture, lots of overcast here in the northeast, but the walls are a cool green. I love this color. The family room and kitchen have a open floor plan this really flows together well. Pretty much any color of red looks FABULOUS with it. And I love reds in these two rooms.

Well it is back to creating new stickers and journal tags. I have a list of to-do's that I would like to create so I am off to do that.

Make it a great day, and remember to...................

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ATC/ACEO ROUNDER DIVIDERS FOR THE SEASONS!

2009-07-21T12:07:00.010-04:00

Oh how I love creating ACEO/ATC's. So as I am getting ready to fill a new rounder of fun things that I have created, I realized they all pretty much go by the seasons. So that is why I made these four dividers. I love to tell a story with one little ATC. Many people pass thru here and are able to take a quick look at what we are up to rather then 12 pictures of how cute the baby is riding his bike. Or Morgan in the play, just one will do to tell her story. A photo on front and a little journaling on back and bing bam boom it is all done.

The reason for the seasons really stems from the colors of paper used to document the time of year as well as the event attended. I have mixed a combination of die cut letters, stamped and hand written letters. As much as I hate my own hand writing, it is not so much for me. It is for that person 2 or 3 generations from now that get a peek into who their relative was. I know, I know how much you truly don't like your own hand writing. But down the road it will be a way for another generation to feel a bit of attachment to the past. Example time...My grandfather(my dads father) built the field stone fireplace in the home I grew up in with his own two hands. There was a piece of one of those stones that was out and I have kept it with me ever since we moved. It sits here on top of my computer screen. This is a man that passed away before I was born, but I have something I know for sure he laid is hands on. Connection is important I think. And a strong family is built on connections. Isn't this why we scrapbook in the first place, so we can connect with our pasts. So from my rock to your memories, always leave at least some journaling for the future generations to enjoy.

When ever I create dividers for my rounders, I like to make them a little bigger then the normal 2 1/2 x 3 1/2. So what I do is start with the 2.5 x 3.5 as a base and then add to it to plump it up. The SPRING 09 card I added a orange card stock to and then fringed it with scissors to give dimension.

The SUMMER one I added rounded corners to the back layer and stamped the letters on curves.

FALL is my favorite time of year. I love, love, love the colorsof autumn so I kept it simple so they would shine and layered multiple solid colored textured cardstock. With this one I used my FAV Souffle pen in white to mark the season.

And finished this all up with WINTER. Lots of glitter here. I love doing snowflakes in blues and whites. But here I did snowflakes with some more of the traditional Christmas colors to account for the winter as well as the holiday.

Anywho, just some fun ways to make your ATC/ACEO rounder flow as well as being able to sort out the year!

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IT'S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR AGAIN...CHRISTMAS IN JULY!

2009-07-14T06:23:00.011-04:00

I know what you are thinking...Why is she talking about CHRISTMAS? Well that is simple to explain. Many moons ago, the retail gods decided to come up with this thing called "CHRISTMAS IN JULY". I know you are on either one side or the other of the fence with this one. Some people think it is great and others are driven crazy by it. I am not bothered by it either way. But as a biz I need to roll with the punches if you know what I mean. So I am giving you a bit of a look at the future to come.

Many companies have not released their holiday papers and some will still have last years patterns in stock. I get so happy when I see some new great and fun patterns that I can create with and pass on to you. As far as my Christmas Stickers selections, I have started listing some with many more to come. I know there are many of you out there that take advantage of the summer to start working on some of your holiday projects. I am so inspired by the ladies that make ALL of their own cards for the holidays. YOU GO GIRLS! So over the next few weeks I will be releasing some great holiday fun and some of my ideas that you can create as well yourself or with your kids!
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TAKE IT DOWN AND START ALL OVER AGAIN!

2009-06-30T14:25:00.005-04:00

So as much as I love my shop it was time to give it a spruce. So I pulled the entire shop down and I am redoing it. I know, I know....why would I do that. Well sometimes I get very busy. Many wedding seals are on top of my regular orders that you all don't see. Then I sell a product and hit re list when I actually am out of it. This has happened twice in the last couple of weeks and it makes me crazy. I pride myself on getting peoples orders right out. Well not having the product really slows down the process. So I am going over everything and re listing in a happy way. Well it makes perfect sense in my mind at least.

Today is Josh's Birthday. We went Mini Golfing and had so much fun. He loves to get out and do things and his brother had never mini golfed before so that really made it fun. Can't wait to go again this summer. We also just celebrated Logan's graduation. Here we all are right after. What a great morning for Logan. As shy as he is, he was a real trooper up on stage when other kids where falling apart so I am really proud of him.

Well I must get back to scrapbooking. I have a bunch of new stickers coming out and there are those darn Christmas in July things right around the corner. We are busy, busy, busy. So I will be getting back to work now with some great new creations for all to enjoy!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY JOSHUA

(ALL THAT LABOR WAS WELL WORTH IT!)

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WELCOME HOME NEW STICKERS SETS!

2009-06-22T09:49:00.008-04:00

Yes, we all know how much I love stickers. But when I come up with three new sets in one day I am over the moon! From houses to flowers and don't forget a couple new friendly bugs, this group will contain some of every ones new favs.

Lets start with these great house stickers. What CAN'T you use these little gems for. Maybe as simple as a seal for your change of address. Or added to the page of your next adventure in moving. I love, love, love these new little houses and what they can be used on will be step up a notch.

Next are these darn cute pink and blue set that I used some of the great new Cosmo Cricket paper to make. They are darling and every sticker is different. They are a wonderful soft color pallet on the beautiful Cosmo card stock that you won't be able to resist!

The last set of 16 1"(2.5cm) stickers have a great shine to them and can not be held back from screaming G~I~R~L~Y! I really love the fact that they are dark pink. It makes them a bit different because they will stand out for their great color and shine.

So which set will be arriving at your door shortly? Or maybe all 3. Either way you will love what you purchase at BRAMBLEBERRY LANE!

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Hi DAD!

2009-06-15T15:14:00.004-04:00

Point Me in the Right Direction NEW Sticker Set!

So when I drop the ball with blogging and miss a few days, my dad lets me know about it. I have been listening to him let me know that I have not been keeping up with the updates. So HI DAD! Here is what I have been up to. I love these fingers. Yes the finger is pointed in your direction. So pick some up for your next project. You can use them to give direction on a page. Maybe on the front of a envelope to give interest to your mail piece. What ever you add these 1" set of 16 stickers are just the ticket!

What is next?

Well, I have a tray of new holiday items I am working on. Yes I said holiday. This is the position that I am in this time every year when I have to think of myself as a retailer. There are many new holiday stickers and some cute combo packs that I think you will all enjoy. I am just leaving them until the end of the month. Plus more papers are arriving. Well I need to make more stickers for more weddings and other fun events so have a great night all and I will check in again soon. I PROMISE DAD!

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