Garrett's Baby Book & Happy Memorial Day Weekend

I hope you are all out enjoying! We have plentiful rain here, so no park for the kids. Hard to stay dry with a wet slide! Hopefully we'll be able to go out in a few days.

I started this awhile ago on the Simply Snapshots 9x9 pages which recently retired. Now that there's another one on the way, I better finish the other three baby books before I'm really behind!

I thought I was so clever, buying enough to finish the book.. However I forgot to buy the album and sheet protectors to go with it!! So to coin my sister, Holly's, favorite phrase, I said, "I can fix this" and proceeded to do just that.

I wasn't quite sure how to adapt these at first. As you know I am not a great fan of white space. I also don't have a lot of time and didn't want to spend more on a "finished" project. Suck it up kid, white space it is! I am really quite pleased with how they turned out, though. Almost minimalist, but with enough pop and color to be fun.

Some pages were just glued straight onto the White Daisy base, but on others I simply removed the photos on the backs and put them on new bases. I didn't spend a lot of time with B&T's - just more of a collage to highlight the pictures, with a few accents and some journaling as needed.

Yet another one of those projects that just needs to get done before the kids think we don't love them because they never got their own scrapbook, lol! If I hadn't had these already printed, I really think I'd have gone with Studio J for this. I really like how easy it is to get caught up and just get your pages DONE! (If you want a membership, they are only $64.95 this month - just ask me how!)

Hope your Memorial Day is memorable and not for the rain *smiles*!

Warm wishes,

You and Me

Earlier this week, we were able to shoot the pictures for Brook's upcoming baptism. The You and Me kit featured this month for National Scrapbooking Month really struck me as the perfect way to display this precious moment. Even the title of the kit hit an accord with what a baptism means in our church; literally "You and Me" together as one chooses to follow the Savior, Jesus Christ, and receive the power of the Holy Ghost to have forever. Brook, we are so proud of you to choose Him. We love you so much and look forward to having an eternal family!

If you would like to get this totally awesome Scrapbooking kit, there's only a few days left! All the magic ends at midnight May 31st. It's only $34.95 for this and 2 more pages plus scraps a stamp set, Chipboard and full-color brochure. You can also get it for only $15 with your $50 order or new consultants can get it for FREE with their half price $64.95 kit this month (PHENOMENAL deal BTW..) Call me at 801.910.8698 or email Slvrlinin@live.com today!

Warm wishes,
Trish

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Grandma Nina's Spaghetti Sauce

This recipe is dear to my family. It's the best darn Spaghetti sauce there is - and I'm sure that's partly because it was Grandma's homemade recipe handed down through the family - and partly because it stands on its own. Every time I make it, I am reminded of my Grandma and of the evenings we'd have it when I was young. At the time, we had it because it was cheap and fed the whole family.  I always believed we had it because Mom knew it was my favorite! 

Its a great food storage recipe as it uses canned everything (you can even use freeze-dried onions, mushrooms and tomatoes) and its just as good with fresh everything. I like to switch it up depending on what's on hand. Just don't forget the worcestershire! ;) That's the secret ingredient that makes this sauce stand out! Without further ado, here it is. (Still missin you, Grandma!)

Grandma Nina's Spaghetti Sauce

1 lb. ground beef, browned

1 medium onion, chopped
1 can Hunts Diced Tomatoes
1 can Campbell's Tomato Soup
1 can Hunts Tomato Sauce
1 small can sliced mushrooms
Dash of Worcestershire sauce
Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper

Brown your hamburger and onions, then add the rest of the ingredients. Let simmer 20 min to let the flavors blend, before serving hot over your favorite pasta. (I like Angel hair best because its the fastest to cook - and who wants to spend all day in the kitchen?)

Warm wishes,

The Sixty-Four Dollar Question

(and 95 cents..)

So. Do you? Or do you? What am I talking about? I CAN'T STOP talking about it! Close To My Heart has offered the most fabulous deal for you in May. It's a bit early, but I just couldn't WAIT to tell you!

As part of National Scrapbooking Month in May, you can get all of the following for only $64.95!!!!

The Lucky Workshops On The Go Kit which includes:

• Lucky Level 2 My Reflections Paper Kit (12.95 value)
• My Acrylix Lucky Stamp Set (13.95) 
• Lucky Workshop Full Color Brochure (1.00)
• Wooden Buttons (4.95)

Kraft Color-Ready Borders (4.95)
Lucky Level 2 Assortment (4.95)
My Acrylix Enjoy Life Stamp Set (18.95)
Outdoor Denim Exclusive Inks Pad (5.25)
Desert Sand Exclusive Inks Pad (5.25)
Sponge (1.25)
Edge Distresser in Oh-So-Fashionable Spring Iris (2.25)
2 1/2" x 2 1/2" My Acrylix Block (9.50)
Studio J 12-Month Membership (99.00)
National Scrapbooking Day Exclusive You & Me kit (34.95)
(based on Choose Me Options 4 and 2 with your kit)

Not only do you get these fabulous items valued at 219.45, but you get a chance to own your own business, make your own hours and be your own boss. Who WOULDN'T want that?? Seriously the best deal Close To My Heart has EVER offered. I don't want your to miss out! It CERTAINLY changed my life! Even if you never wanted to be a consultant, who wouldn't jump on this amount of loot for that little change?! The whole kit is valued at over $400 - Yup. Only $64.95, folks!

Ok, so here's the fine print. Sign up here. Be on my fabulous team, because I'd love to have you and will be there to help you succeed every step of the way - even if you just want to get free or discounted loot! Get your consultant kit with all of the things you need to start a successful business (or just take the loot for dirt cheap) - normally $129 - it's 50% off in May only. So only $64.95 plus shipping and tax. Choose 2 out of five options absolutely free - The Lucky Kit I told you about above, The Studio J membership, the Mayberry kit (also great for card enthusiasts!), The Album option includes 2 types of photo albums, a D-size stamp set, ink pad and 4x4 My Acrylix Block; or choose option #6 for THREE stamp sets, TWO ink pads, double scrubber and My Acrylix Spritz stamp cleaner.

Now it's National Scrapbooking Month in May, so they'll also throw in the You & Me kit FREE to new consultants! Any way you cut it, it's a FABULOUS DEAL. If you order once a year, you don't want to miss this one! Tell your friends, then have them sign up too, because BFF's always look out for each other and the BEST DEAL EVER.

See you soon!

Warm Wishes,

Sweet Dreams Banner

I just finished this banner for Brook's *belated* birthday this weekend. I had seen a photo for a wedding where the couple was arranged on a picnic against a shed backdrop with a pastel banner across the background and thought that would be cute for Brook's room. Banners are all the rage and Close To My Heart has these cute chipboard banner pennants in packs of 8, so now to the designing..

Her room is in pastel butterflies in Spring Iris and Sweet Leaf with a little of the old Breeze thrown in. Really cute, but hard to match decor surprisingly!! To get the right colors I used a bunch of scraps from my stash. Some old Breeze cardstock along with B&Ts from Life Delights and Whoops-A-Daisy, all of which are retired. Sorry for all the old stuff, but I bought it when we picked her room colors a few years ago. She has been asking me for decor for her walls, but I wasn't quite sure what to settle on until I saw these banners.

The letters are cut on the Cricut out of Chocolate cardstock and the stamping is in Chocolate, White Daisy and Spring Iris with a pop of Watermelon (retired) on the daisies to match the B&T. We have a glitter and unicorn kinda girl, so Prisma Glitter is used in liberal amounts. Check out each picture in finite detail by clicking on it for a larger image.

Brook loves it and I think it turned out pretty cute, too! 

Supplies Used:

My Creations Chipboard Banner (2) *8 pieces are included per package

Chocolate cardstock

Prisma Glitter

White Daisy Embossing Powder

Clear Detail Embossing Powder

White Daisy Grosgrain Ribbon

My Acryix Stamps: Simply Splendid, Treasures, Find Your Style

Retired products: Watermelon ink, Whoops-A-Daisy My Reflections, Life's Delights My Reflections, Daydream My Reflections, Breeze cardstock and Top Coats Rockin'.

 Warm wishes,

Celebrate U Card

This is a card we made a few years ago that was one of my favorites. I haven't put it up on the blog before, so I thought I would share it with you. It was made with That's Amore papers and Damask Tiles. I'm so glad so many of you liked it! I have received it back a few times from friends and family. It's great to see you are sending your cards out to those you love! Designer's Tip: Use a little Liquid glass over the small tiles to make them pop and add dimension!

Happy Crafting!

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Tickled Pink and Happy Birthdays

Birthday month is almost complete and while I'm crazy about birthdays, I couldn't possibly eat another piece of cake! For some reason we decided to group all of the birthdays in a month in our family.. Okay, we didn't try but it worked out that way! So a big happy birthday to my bestest daughter Brook, my dad, and my niece, Danni this week!

The card featured today is a flashback from last year's Tickled Pink. Rather than scrapbooking it as was suggested, I've been slowly pecking away at it and turning out beautiful cards. My mother-in-law received this  card last week for Mother's Day. It's fun, flirty and floral all by itself, so I left off excess embellishments, instead going for a simple and classic look.

I made this card using a pattern from Wishes, one of our two Card Confidence program volumes (the other is called Originals.) If  you're ever stuck with a bunch of supplies and not sure what to do, our How-To books are the best! There are 4 scrapbook page volumes and 2 card confidence volumes giving you PLENTY of inspiration! Each book shows beautiful full-color examples a sketch of the pattern, cutting guide and complete assembly instructions along with some great tips and techniques on most every page to add WOW to your art. These books are invaluable as they can be reused again and again in different papers and colors or rotate the patterns for a fresh approach. They're never stale!

I hope your May Day is going great today. Speaking of MayDays, check out my layout of my daughter on my new Facebook Fan Page. I'd love for you to "like" it and come for a visit! I post art and conversation pieces on there frequently to help get your creativity rolling! You can link to it here. Please stop by and leave me some love! Happy crafting and see you soon!

Warm wishes,

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Happy Friday the 13th!

Just because the rumor's out it's an unlucky day doesn't mean it's fact!

Make someone feel lucky today and send them a handmade card. This is another super easy card using Grace. (It's the same pattern as in the last post, but this is the full color front of the B&T!) Add a simple tag from Salutations Seals and you're good to go! This card took 5 minutes to make from start to finish but it's going to put a BIG smile on my pal's face!

Warm wishes,
Trish

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Simple Scalloped Flower Card and Happy Anniversary Mom and Dad!

Brandon's parents are celebrating their 38th wedding anniversary this week. Isn't that fabulous? It seems like such a far away place from my vantage point of a modest 11 1/2 years. I can't wait to get there, though!

Grace seemed like a great kit to celebrate this milestone with. One awesome thing about Close To My Heart's B&T pattern papers is they have a monochromatic pattern on the back of the paper so it's like getting 12 B&T's in your level 2 kits! This pattern is quite bold on the full color side, but a beautiful and serene Bamboo on the back. Just right to highlight this simple scallop flower.

Using our 2" Scallop Circle Punch, make 4 twilight cardstock circles. Lightly spray My Spritz Cleaner and crumple them up. Let them set a bit to dry. Then stack them and attach with a brad. That's it! Instant Awesomeness and a card that works for any occasion!

Don't forget the fabulous deal this month for National Scrapbooking Day now through May 31st. You can get your very own consultant kit for only $64.95. With that you can get two options including a Studio J 12 month membership, Mayberry or Lucky deluxe paper and stamp bundle, scrapbook albums or stamps and a My Acrylix Holder all for FREE! You got it! Every one of these bundles are priced over 64.95 retail and you get to choose TWO for that price! Call or email me today for more information or join my team today by following this link. I'd love to have you on my team, whether you want a career or a hobby. YOU are the BOSS!

Warm wishes,

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Scalloped Flower Card

Hope everyone had a great Mother's Day and spent it with people you love. I had to work yesterday morning, but when I got home, I had two eager kids bearing gifts! They could hardly wait until I got in the door! Both Brook and Aidan had made gifts at school and decorated their own cards and artwork to give. Garrett, he was just happy to see "Mama!"

Brandon cooked me lasagna and we visited my Mom, where Dad treated us to strawberry cheesecake - my favorite! All in all, pretty great day. I didn't quite get the nap, but I didn't have to cook, dang it!

Here's another inspiration from Jeanette's blog. The pattern is from Wishes card confidence program and features papers from Dream Big. I random stamped the white daisy cardstock in Lilac Mist with a small snowflake swirly from my favorite snowman set to coordinate with the swirl pattern on the flowers. The large flower is made from 4 2" scallop circle punches. The petals are hand-cut. On the small flower, I used 2 scallop punches but trimmed the size down with scallop edged scissors and then added petals. The cute flower brads are from our White Daisy Mini Medley collection which is currently 33% off on my website and only $4 while supplies last!

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