Last Scrapping Standing Entry Week 4

Yay! I made it another week! This week's challenge was definitely that for me. I was very stressed when I saw and my mind wouldn't stop thinking so I thought I'd get it done and over with. The challenge is:
"You can scrap any subject matter you choose, BUT... You must use a solid color background paper and create some sort of pattern using a household item.
Example: USe white cardstock and bubble wrap with paint to create the background.
Use kraft cardstock and dip paper clips in paint/stamp pab to create the background.

Get the idea? Toilet paper tubes, potatoes, a kid's toy, a paper bag, there are TONS of possibilities, just be sure that the image you ink, paint, stamp, etc is a noticeable part of the Layout!!"

Once I started thinking and looking through drawers I came up with the idea of using paper re-enforcers. I experimented for at least an hour trying to come up with the best way and liked the look of the mist. I liked the idea of a little bit grungier of a look with the challenge. It really was a lot of fun thinking outside the box. You should go to Memorable Seasons and try it this week to get your name in a drawing for a gift certificate.

Anyway...here's my layout.

Last Scrapper Standing Week 2 and 3

Last Scrapper Standing is still going on over at Memorable Seasons. I am very grateful that I have managed to stay in the contest thus far. There is amazing talent there and I feel blessed to still be in the running. Voting will start Monday after 3pm. I think you have to vote for your favorite 5 layouts.

This week's challenge is to use white space and have a cluster. I'm not the best at white space layouts but here is my take on the challenge. This photo is of me and my older sister when we were young.

And here's a close up of my cluster:


Last week's challenge was to use black as your background and to create at least 2 flowers to use. Here is my layout for last week. I love this photo of Skye.

Challenge Masters Summer Lovin' Contest

Over at Challenge Masters, they're having a contest that lasts for 4 weeks. I thought it would be fun to have each of you join us. Here is the information on it:

Summertime & the livin is easy..... are you ready to be challenged???
are you ready for some FUN?????
Well then you won't want to miss this our first contest here @ Ch{all}enge Masters!!!!!!

I suppose you want details, yes?
OK This will run for four (4) weeks, starting the 1st Sunday in July. July 4th I will post a challenge for you & then every Sunday there will be a new challenge the last challenge will be July 25th. You will have 1 week to do each challenge. The Challenge will have to be posted the following Saturday in the gallery under the summer lovin' contest by midnight EST.
You will be awarded points & there will be a panel of judges from the DT. If there is a tie we will do a random drawing.

Would you like to know what the winner will receive??
Terri has graciously offer a $25.00 GC to the winners choice of on-line store & a Guest Diva spot!!!!!
I will send the runner - up a scrapping kit!

So if your interested for a little fun & to kick off the start of summer, just sign up here.
Sign - ups will end July 2nd.

So stop on over and get signed up. I can't wait for the challenges to begin!

Last Scrapper Standing Entry

What a fun challenge! This week's challenge at Memorable Seasons was to create a layout based off of this theme: An American Child

I was a little baffled at first then thought of a "blue-eyed" photo. I found one of my favorite photos from when my son was a baby and decided to use that. I had a wonderful time creating this! Here is my entry

I love this paper line and felt it worked best with this photo. I created my title from recycled corrugated cardboard that came in the box of my new bookshelf. I cut them with my QK Revolution. I loved the results. Be sure and go check out the contest. You have until tomorrow at 3p.m to get it in. Then be sure and go back and place your vote. And while you're there be sure and check out the sale in the store. Jill, the owner, always has great sales.

Happy Father's Day!

Today is Father's Day, the day we set aside to honor those special men in our lives. I'd like to say Happy Father's Day to my Dad, my Father in Law and my sweet husband. I can't imagine how different my life would be without them in my life. Love you all! Be sure and share your love and feelings for those men in your life who have made a difference. Here are a few cards I created for these great men:

Challenge Masters Design Team Call

I just thought I'd post and let each of you know of a Design Team call over at Challenge Masters - a site dedicated to challenges. I enjoy being a part of things there and thought you might like it as well. I'd love to see you all apply! Here are the details:

Ch{all}enge Masters {http://www.challengemastersonline.com/} is looking for new Design Divas! The term will run from July 2010 thru December 2010. If chosen, you will be responsible for issuing your first challenge in July!

I am also looking for someone to help secure sponsors for us & someone to be our PR person! If interested in either of those spots, please let me know with your application.

Here are the Design Diva requirements/Guidelines:

* Post 1 new challenge on the assigned date each month along with an example for your challenge.

* Be an active presence in our gallery, making sure at the very least that you leave a comment on each of your category's submissions.

* To be an active presence in our forums on a daily basis. You will be required to initiate a minimum of one new topic on a weekly basis & to make our members feel welcome. We focus on having fun while providing inspiration for our members!!!!

* To proudly display your Design Diva Badge on your blog & in your sig lines at other sites (as allowed) & to help promote Ch{all}enge Masters however/wherever possible.

* Check the Design Diva group for posts containing important information or requiring your response on a daily basis.

* If you have stuff going on in your life or are going on vacation, please contact me ASAP to let me know!

* Since there is no compensation for your design duties, you are eligible to participate in all of our challenges to win the prize each month!!! Please play along as much as you'd like!

To apply, please send a link to your blog and/or main gallery to: terri@challengemastersonline.com. Also please include your full name & email address. Submissions will be accepted until June 30th, 2010. Please include your top 3 choices for which groups you would like to lead! Current Ch{all}enge Master team members are welcome to re-apply! Thank you & I can’t wait to see all the submissions!

Last Scrapper Standing

Memorable Seasons is having a Last Scrapper Standing Contest starting Sunday, June 13th. I missed this last year and am really hoping to be able to participate in it this time around. Here are the details about what it is and the fabulous grand prize (which secretly I'd love to win so I can get those fab Tim Holtz Dies)

Memorable Seasons announces the second annual Last Scrapper Standing contest to begin on June 13. It is a fast paced, challenge based contest where members will vote for their favorites to survive each week. The final winner will be announced on July 28. Grand prize will be the winner’s choice of a Sizzix Big Shot or a Spellbinder’s Wizard. You must be a registered member to participate and to vote so get signed up today!

So come on over to Memorable Seasons and get registered. Then be on the lookout for the contest to begin. Can't wait to see all of you there!