WOYWW

Hi All,

This week on my work desk is a 2 page scrapbook layout I've started.  I'm actually CASEing a spread from a kit that I did earlier this year.  I liked the layout and am happy with the way it's taking shape. I still have to ink, tape everything down, add bling and find some embellishments to go with.  I didn't start out with these papers in mind. I had another print I was trying to match and came across the floral printed paper and one thing led to another...you know how it goes!  I will post the finished project, well, when it's finished...LOL!

Also on my desk are a couple of papers I've grouped to do for my granddaughter's first birthday photo's.  They are from DCWV Fiesta pack which I picked up at Old Time Pottery for a song.  I will get started on that project as soon as I finish the current one.

My Fun Stampers Journey catalog is there.  I've been marking pages and pages of things I want.  I want to win the lottery too if anyone is listening!  There's my tangerine Fiesta mug from my dad.  Fiesta paper, Fiesta mug....I think I hear margarita's in the blender calling my name!  My ATG gun, some bling and a FSJ die.

For now...thanks for stopping by!
Until later...
Keep your Sparkle going!
Hugs,
Chris

Out from the old, into the new Job!

Hi All,

I started a new job as my former employer decided to relocate to their manufacturing plant some 35 miles from home.  The nerve of them...they didn't even ask for my opinion. Even so, I was offered the position in International Sales.  I was excited!  I had dreams of traveling to exotic far away places, enjoying leisure time exploring the world. Umm...reality check here. I knew it was a desk job but just maybe one of our customers would insist I come visit and offer me an all expenses paid trip.  A girl can dream!

The new old place, well it was 30 miles further, one way.  Yes, the easiest way to get there was the toll road, flying cars have still not been invented yet.  Of course there would be an increase in gas consumption but gas has gotten cheaper and I would fill ups on the cheapest day of the week.  Can someone tell me which one that is again?  The wear and tear on my car would force me, ok make me think about a new vehicle. I was well aware of the fact that I would be in my car for over an hour a day, not 20 minutes, but I could mentally plan so many things and sing, I mean screech along to the whole CD not just one song.

When HR called me and finally offered me the job, I was all set to pack my desk until....wait a minute?  What was that they said?  The increase in pay was how much?  I was shocked, so much so that my hair turned grey.  Oh wait, it already is.  Why the increase wouldn't cover my gas cost for 6 months, let alone a year.  I would have to give up 195 hours of my life to drive to and fro, and the worst was I would have to pay extra taxes. Really?!!

I didn't waste any time and found something new. The company's been around over 100 years.  I sure hope they stick around for another 100 but I'd settle for at least 15.  Needless to say I've been cramming new info into this brain at a crazy pace.  I learned so much that I think they are going to promote me next week, maybe to VP...like I said a girl can dream!

Until later,
Make today so AWESOME that yesterday gets jealous!
Hugs,
Chris

WOYWW

Hi All,

I've finally took a pic of my workdesk to share with you!

Where do I begin!!  On the left is the Paper Lace Cricut cartridge I borrowed from my dear friend June.  Guess what....I haven't used it yet, but it's been on my work desk for about 2 months. 

Behind my task lamp is 1/2 of my Spectrum Noir markers. I love these, they fill in well, blend well and have such good saturation.  I just need to get more racks to store them. 

In front of the lamp is a stack of cardstock from my scraps that are cut to A2 size.  In the bins are the other scraps I cut to different sizes...6x6, 5x7 and so on.  I am trying to use my scraps before cutting up more cardstock for projects.  I just got my Gift Card Sleeve Die from Fun Stampers Journey....yeah!  I WILL be using this with my cardstock scraps and now I can get started on my Christmas gifts.

There is a stack of paper I've been playing with and last but not least is a artist canvas I covered with paper from the Vintage Paris paper pack from Fun Stampers Journey. (sorry it's been discontinued). You can't see them, but I've punched holes to attached 5x7 paper with that will be scrapped with pics of my granddaughters. 

Thanks for looking at my workdesk today!

Remember....Don't be average, be AWESOME!

Hugs

Chris

Monday Morning Musings

Hi All,

Happy Monday to you!

I had a great weekend.  Friday was Mom's 78th so we stopped by with a cake for her.  I made another paper purse (see the one I made for sis in law) but this one was filled with cards I created as well as postage stamps.  I gave her a wide variety because I know she will use them!  (Please don't spill the beans, but I've made my mom in law one as well!)

Saturday was at a crop with my gal friends!  It's been awhile...if 2 months count as awhile...since we've been together to scrap.  It was good seeing them & a very productive day for me.  We ended up the afternoon talking about preparing for our fall crops in October.  Yes I know, that's still a couple months away, but I'm already packing pages to complete, kits to make and looking at pictures for inspiration.

Sunday was the usual...get the shopping, cleaning and cooking for the week done. Hubby & I accomplished this in a relaxed manner instead of the usual hustle. 

I've been working on weekday themes to post.  I've got a few but still need 2 more.  Hope to have my ideas together by Wednesday this week.  I'll be doing more posts, more techniques and have way more completed projects to share.

Until then...

Hugs,
Chris

Bloom Box July 2016

Check out the July Bloom Box by Fun Stampers Journey!!

Look at these amazing cards, so fresh and new!  Check out Richard's video below for his take on this fabulous kit.  Don't wait to order yours.....www.funstampersjourney/814771

 

 

 

 

 

Storage Ideas

Hi All,

At the beginning of the year I said I would be cleaning out a drawer at a time.  Well it's been ages since I last posted about my progress.  Since then I've totally cleaned out my kitchen and my bathroom.  Of course I had to clean the kitchen out. Everything had to be moved someplace because after 18 years I finally got a new kitchen!  I couldn't be happier, it's everything I dreamed of.  Still small and square, but the cupboards reach to the ceiling, the backsplash is shiny and bright and the end result...just beautiful!  I'm being very selective about what goes back in as there are many things we had we just don't need or use so they will be donated to charity.  We learned to live without for the 7 weeks of construction we endured.  It definitely changed the way I think about having "things".

With that being said, I've been purging my scrapbook supplies.  What I am not loving anymore or can't find a use for will be taken to a crop for the "Garage Sale" table.  If I can't sell it I will put it on the next crop's free table and anything that's left will get donated to charity, with the wok that I had to have and don't use!

While I was cleaning, I was looking for a place to store my stamp sets from Fun Stampers Journey.  Since becoming a Journey Coach at the beginning of the year, I have started to collect some new stamp sets with lots of new steel dies.  I love the packaging because I can sort everything in a stand up position, which in my mind saves space. I had a small CD rack that was going in the donation box until it hit me, I could use it for stamps and dies.  Here's how I'm now using it. 
Also showing is the small rod hanging by cup hooks that my Fun Stampers Journey Splashes are hanging on and my Keruig K-Cup drawer holder for all my glitter and embossing powders. My Big Shot fits perfectly on top of it.  

 

Let me know what you think of my CD storage! I'll post more of my craft room soon.

Until then...

Hugs

Chris

Hi All,

Happy Friday to you!

I'm so excited today...New Colors, New Stamps, New Dies....Oh my!!!!!  

The new Fun Stampers Journey catalog is available for you to see!  From the first page to the last you will be AMAZED!  There are so many new and exciting items. I can't seem to put mine down.  You may even find me hiding under the covers with a flashlight late in the night so I don't hubby up.  My Christmas wish list is already started, I mean after all, it' Christmas in July isn't it?!

I can't wait to share it with you. Click the link below to be taken right to the catalog.  When your ready to order click here.  

Fun Stampers Journey 2016-2017 Catalog


Our new colors are a rainbow of STUNNING!  Cosmic Grape, Electric Lime, Outrageous Pink, Turbo Teal, Sour Lemon & Orange Rave. It won't be easy to pick a favorite!

Along with all the new stamps are new steel dies & stamp bundles.

Look to page 234 and beyond for the Journey Days collection of albums, inserts and accessories. An AMAZING way to scrap your memories!

There are plenty of new Steel Dies to look at starting on page 250.

Check out the Pan Pastels on page 280, another new product offering. Fabulous for backgrounds, masking, stencils. Beautiful color offerings!

For those of you who like to keep your supplies organized look at pages 270-272 and check out the retro storage cases...love the black & white ones! The craft tote promises to have plenty of room for supplies, inks, markers, stamps...you name it. And I can't wait to get my new Clear Block case. My blocks are just thrown in a drawer, now they will be nice and neat!






There are so many great items in this catalog.  I bet you can't put it down!

Have a super fun evening.....be crafty and create on!
Hugs,
Chris

Hi All!

A beautiful day here in NE Ohio.  Had some rain early this morning.  The day started out hot and sticky, but this evening is going to be calm & cool.  Looks like we will be blessed with a God kissed sunset!

I've seen a couple tri fold cards and always wanted to make one.  I finally got the courage and had at it.
Most of my supplies were from my Fun Stampers Journey stash.  The patterned paper, Media Prints, is sadly being discontinued.  I love the honeycomb and hearts printed on this piece.  I used my Doily metal die, Beach Ball blue cardstock and a Sparkle Heart embellishment.  The ribbon was in my stash, the stamp I've had forever. I'm really happy with the way the colors pull it all together. I hope you like it!

You can purchase these and other supplies at www.funstampersjourney/814771

I just received another much anticipated stash of supplies from Fun Stampers Journey.  I'll spend some time this weekend getting creative with my goodies.  Can't wait to demonstrate what you can do.

Till then,
Be happy and craft on!
Chris

Retro Fun!

Hi All,

My husbands sister turned 50 last week.  She decided to bless us by coming up to visit the family from her Georgia home.  I think she just wanted to come up and have a party!  I wanted to do something a little special for her...because she's a special person and well...it"s a special birthday. 

Hubby & I went to a "throw back" candy store.  Man I tell you, this place has it all!  Candies brands that are older than me.  Rainbow bubble gum, candy necklaces, cigar gum, wax lips..wow!  Trying to figure out what candy was popular 50 years ago wasn't difficult at all.  My sis in law may be a few years younger that me, but candy didn't change much back then.  The old tried and true brands didn't disappear for years.

Armed with $30 bucks worth of candy, we now had to think of the best way to wrap it.  Sure a box, tin or paper bag would do...just not my style of doing.  A good friend sent me instructions on a paper purse recently so that's what I'm going with.  Here's my take:

I love the Boho feel of the paper.  Very retro!  The paper and embellishments were left over from a scrapbook kit I bought a few months back.  It took about an hour from start to finish. I had a creative time making this.

I think I can put all that candy in here and still carry it!

 

 

I hope she gets as big a kick out of this haul as we did.
Happy Birthday, Jules....we love you!

Until later....
Keep it crafty!
Chris

How to make a catalog--Fun Stampers Journey

Check out this fun video of how the New Fun Stampers Journey catalog was put together.  

It's Amazing!