Hip Hip Hooray

So it's literally been months since I've blogged. I'm horrible at making time to actually blog. For some reason that seems to be the hardest part for me. I have no problem hopping from blog to blog and see everyone else's craftiness. I also have no problem crafting, just posting it. Urgh. That's ok. I will get better, you will see. It's a new year so time to start fresh. Right? Right.


Here is a card I made for a friend. It is literally the first card I've made. Let's just say I don't foresee many more cards in my future. I'd much rather do layouts.

2 Page Lay Out: Nut Tree Park

This summer we took the girls to this cute little park that had a train ride and carousel available. We had such an amazing time. I was inspired to do a 2 page LO. So here it is...

Cool findings

Hi Everyone!

Couple things I'd like to share today.... First I found a few AMAZING blogs. The first is a flip book. Dorcas http://4craftyangels.blogspot.com/2010/08/flip-book.html did a fabulous job. I'm super excited to try it out. The other thing I came across was a book made of lunch bags. You can find out how to make it over at http://greenscrapinmachine.blogspot.com/. Finally, I also came across some more blog candy. Yes I know all I seem to post about is blog candy these days. I want to win something. Haha. I've never one anything and would love to finally win anything. I'd even be happy if it were just a piece of paper. I sound so silly. Oh well here is the link to the blog candy.http://allaboutmeandmyscrapbook.blogspot.com/2010_08_01_archive.html

On to things I've done. I've created some super cute cards and layouts but haven't had time to post them. This past week has been so crazy and chaotic. I'm hoping to get them up this week since next week will be just as crazy as this week.

Inked Candy

Hi Everyone!
It was Jodi's birthday earlier this month. And in crafting tradition, she decided to celebrate by giving away some massive and super sweet blog candy. I'd def would love to win lots 1-5, lol. Below is a sneak peek of one of her lots. You can check out the rest of her lots and peruse her awesome blog (Inked Inspirations) and while you are there, make sure to wish her a belated bday.

Joy's Life Week Long Give-A-Way

If you just read the last blog you'd know about the week of give-a-ways going on over at joyslife.com Any-who you can go to about 5 other blogger's sites for a chance to win the same set of stamps. How cool is that? The link here... http://septemberninth.blogspot.com/2010/07/day-3-joys-lifecom-give-way.html you even get 4, yes I said 4 chances to win from one person.

More Blog Candy :)

While blog hopping today I came across some more blog candy. I'm a sucker for a chance to win free stuff. Although I have NEVER won a thing in my life I still give it a try. I suppose that's why I enter two times when I can. Haha. Any-who, back to the blog I found. It's this cute blog with lots of awesome ideas. Here's the link if you're interested. http://scrapbookaholic.blogspot.com/2010_07_25_archive.html

End of Summer Already

Where oh where has my summer gone? I can't believe I start work again on Monday. Summer vacation has gone by WAY to fast. I am happy to say that this summer was a blast! Spent lots of time with the family,went on a couple vacations, had family visit, and many trips to the zoo and Marine World.

Trip to Vegas with mom and friends

Pulled an all-nighter on my last night. We had such an amazing time! Mom came home a world dart champion. That was pretty cool to see! Met some family that lives in Vegas, met some new friends, learned how to gamble(I've never done it before)

Sacramento Zoo with Jake and the girls

Jake came to visit for 2 weeks

Collins Lake with the whole family

Road trip to Washington

4th of July block party

Point Defiance Zoo with Dad, Cathy, Sam, Alex, Autumn, and Jeff

Hanging at the grandparents

Marine World

Spent LOTS of time with the family,

Sad that the summer has come to an end, but definitely glad I spent it the way I did.