Let there be Butterflies! Challenge YOUrself May Challenge #137

 Hello Scrappy Friends!!

I'm back!!  It's been a long while - a broken ankle ( in 3 places ) on Christmas Eve, then surgery on Dec 30th kept me out of my scrapbook room for a LONG while - plus the new puppy's crate for sleeping is in my scrapbook room - so it's kept me out of there for a while!  

I'm trying to "share" my scrapbook room with him and get a few hours in a week to scrapbook!

I want to share this month's challenge with you from the Challenge YOUrself Blog!  This month's theme is "Create a Project Using Butterflies On Your Page." For example, you can draw a butterfly, use a photo of a butterfly, use butterfly embellishments, etc. Whatever you like! (And don't forget to include a photo with you in the frame.)

Here is my layout for the Design Team and for your Inspiration!

I used the beautiful Happiness Collection from Cocoa Vanilla - the Die Cut and base paper with the triangle patter paper came like that - I used foam squares to raise the Die Cut up and give it depth.

This is a photo of my husband and I at a sunflower field a few years ago.  I fussy cut all of the butterflies out of a 12 x 12 piece of paper from the collection.  I love to fussy cut!!

Here are a few close ups for you:

I hope I've inspired you to play along with us this month over at the Challenge YOUrself Blog!  I can't wait to see what you create!!

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

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Join in the MLSS Say Goodbye to Summer HOP!

Hello Scrappy Friends!

It’s been a while since I posted!  I will try to keep up with posting layouts for your inspiration!

I am participating in a Fun Blog and YouTube Hop with my fellow Design Team Members over at the My Little Scrapbook Store!

- I’ll post those links below. Please be sure to visit each of them and say hello!   Looks like I'm going to have to figure out YouTube someday, as I am the only one with just a Blog!!

So, I will share the layout that I created of my sweet grand niece Serena. She was having fun playing with toys and water outside, and I just love her smile!!   I used the beautiful Sun Chaser Collection from Heidi Swapp - you can find yours in the STORE - HERE!!  I used the base page as my inspiration, and added stickers, diecuts, tags and foam stickers based on the color of the base page

I also added a yellow heart paperclip from the Paige Evan's Splendid Collection, and a Vicki Boutin Title and some stickers and foam embellishments that I had in my stash!

Here is my layout and some close ups for you - 

I love layering different pattern papers on top of each other, and adding texture with fun Fringe Scissors, paper tearing and inking with Distress Oxide Inks! I used Black Soot to add an outline to the different patterns, and along the edges of the base page too!

Thanks for stopping by - I'm so glad you did!  Please feel free to leave a comment and let me know how you got here!!!

Here is the info on how you can HOP along with the rest of the My Little Scrapbook Store’s DesignTeam - Just CLICK on their LINKS and remember to stop by and say HI!!:

Here are the YouTube Links and more info:

🌞📚 Join us on a nostalgic scrapbooking journey as we bid adieu to the sunny days of summer! This YouTube Hop video is your ultimate guide to preserving your most cherished summer moments, from beach trips and barbecues to camping trips and sun-soaked adventures.

🌟 Let our talented Design Team Members inspire you with creative tips, techniques, and ideas to transform your memories into stunning works of art. You'll learn how to use various scrapbooking tools and materials, incorporate photos and mementos, and add unique embellishments.

🏆 Participate in our YouTube Hop by watching each video and leaving a comment! So, grab your scissors, glue, and scrapbooking supplies, and let's celebrate the magic of summer together! 🎉

Don’t forget to visit our favorite shop @ https://mylittlescrapbookstore.com/

Participants:

Amie Berry: https://youtu.be/JrD4lwjZRT8?si=TBaih1I1aiqnpEu-

Beatriz Santana: https://youtu.be/hoETadLDi6A?si=bZwzipY8nlSLg5UO

Gina Crotchfelt:  https://youtu.be/88S2xTELqiY

Jessica Merrill Walker: https://youtu.be/ERu0GM_tc84

Michele Schmidt: https://youtu.be/oVGBW3wvp5k?si=5OoenwfPCYn321ZF

Nikki Ihus: https://youtu.be/sz68zezQolQ

Sarah Souza: https://youtu.be/ZYBpmStbe2U

Shaka Knowles: https://youtu.be/hP9rNeSxsaU

Sherri De Knight Caramico: https://shercara.blogspot.com/2024/08/join-in-mlss-say-goodbye-to-summer-hop.html

Tantalaya McKinney: https://youtu.be/6g7Vnot8vVg

Tisa Browne: https://youtu.be/iKHsSqmWk5w

#FarewellSummer #Scrapbooking #YouTubeHop

Challenge YOUrself #123 Favorite Pets

Hello Scrappy Friends! 

I hope this month finds all of you well!! I’m recovering from a big foot surgery that I had on March 27th. I have to be off my right foot and non-weight-bearing for 6 weeks! I was able to get some scrapping done before the surgery so I can share this great challenge with you!!

For this month’s challenge at the Challenge YOUrself Blog we want to see a layout featuring your Favorite Animal or Pet! 

I used 49 and Market’s Teal Collection to create this layout of our Sweet girl Sugar  - our 5 year old all white Portuguese Water Dog.  She is Silly and just as Sweet as her name! She makes us smile every day! 

I had fun using lots of “stuff” from this beautiful collection- and using frames - especially to frame and highlight our silly girl! 

Here are some close ups for you:

I hope I’ve inspired you to play along with us this month!! Head on  over to the Challenge YOUrself Blog for challenge info and lots more inspiration from our Design Team!!

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Challenge YOUrself #120 - "Anything Goes!"

Hello my Scrappy Friends!!!  

Can you believe it is DECEMBER already!!!
WOW !! - Time sure does fly!
It is time for the last challenge from the Challenge YOUrself Blog for 2023!!  I hope you can find some YOU time to play along with us this month!! 

AND wait until you see what we have in-store for you next year in 2024!!

Here is my inspiration layout for you - I used LOTS of "stuff" from the beautiful ALENA Collection from 49 and Market!  I just LOVE the colors and the flowers!!  This is a photo of me - enjoying some fresh Oysters, when we went away with my parents this past summer to Gloucester, Massachusetts 

Here are some close ups for you too!

So hop on over to the Challenge YOUrself Blog and check out all the Challenge Details, Prize info and lots more inspiration from the rest of the talented Design Team!

We can't wait to see what you create!!

Wishing you and yours a very HAPPY and HEALTHY Holiday and a 2024 that is filled with ONLY GOOD THINGS!

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Challenge YOUself #119 - Sketch Challenge "Hope"

 Hello Scrappy Friends - I'm sharing our next challenge from over at the Challenge YOUrself Blog for the month of November!  This month we have a SKETCH for you - and just be sure to include YOU in the photo!  Head over to the Challenge YOUrself Blog for Challenge INFO and details - and LOTS of INSPIRATION from the rest of our AMAZING DesignTeam!

I selected a photo of my wonderful hubby and I from a great day we spent with my parents at a Sunflower Farm, here in New Jersey!  It was a BEAUTIFUL Day and they had all these great photo ops!!

I created the background using a sheet of Vicki Boutin's white foundations paper, and used water and Oxide Distress Inks in different colors. I splattered some white Picket Fence Distress Spray along with some of Vicki's Cosmic Watercolors to create this colorful base page - I am so happy with how it came out - especially since I created it and the whole layout with a broken left hand!! Good thing I am right handed!!

I used papers and embellishments from Shimelle's Main Character Energy, along with a bunch of "stuff" from my stash!   Here are some close-ups for you! AND if you follow the link - ALL FIRST TIME PURCHASES can get 10% OFF your ENTIRE Shopping Cart by using the code: SHERRIREF

I hope I've inspired you to play along with us this month at the Challenge YOUrself Blog! Be sure to visit that Blog for more inspiration and Challenge Details and I can't wait to see what YOU create!!

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Challenge Yourself Blog #118 - #Start each day with a grateful heart ♥️”

Hello Scrappy Friends!  

Have I told you how much I love 49 and Markets Alena Collection?!!

I used it for this month’s Challenge over at the Challenge YOUrself Blog ! This month we want you to create a layout inspired by your favorite quote! 

I used a photo of my hubby Phil and me from a family celebration last year.  

My inspiration quote is "Start every day with a grateful heart." I certainly do as I know that every day is a blessing!!  

Here is my layout using 49 and Market’s beautiful Alena collection! 

 And here are  a few close-ups.  I hope you can join us over at the Challenge YOUrself Blog this month!! 

So come check out all the details and see lots more inspiration over at the Challenge YOUrself Blog!

I am looking forward to seeing what YOU create!!

((HUGS)) - Sherri

Dressed to Impress Challenge YOUrself #116

Hi Scrappy Friends! 

I hope the summer has been treating you all well!

It’s time for the August Challenge over at the Challenge YOUrself Blog and this month we are challenging you to scrap a photo of YOU with this prompt:

And here is my Design Team inspiration layout for you!

This is my wonderful hubby and I on our 2016 Disney Cruise Line Westbound Panama Canal Cruise on the Disney Wonder!

This was our first time through the Panama Canal - it was an AWESOME 14 night cruise and there were 2 formal nights, and a great reason to "Dress to Impress!"

We sailed with a group of friends that we met on past cruises and all the ladies wore tiaras on our Formal Nights!  It was so much fun!

This was a larger photo I purchased on the cruise, but I cut it down for this layout. Doesn't my hubby look so HANDSOME!!!

I used the AMAZING 49 and Market Vintage Artistry Everywhere Collection  I just LOVE all of the colors, bits and pieces - Oh My!

Here are some close ups for you:

Thanks so much for stopping by!

I hope you find some time to play along with us this month at the Challenge YOUrself Blog - head on over to see all the contest details, prize info and lots more inspiration from the rest of the Design Team!!

Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Would love for you to comment or just say HI!

Take care and be well!

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Challenge YOUrself Blo # 115 " My Happy Place "

 Hello Scrappy Friends!!  Can you believe it is JULY already!!!???  I hope you are all doing well and can find some time this summer to play and get creative!  Please join us in the Challenge YOUself Blog's July Challenge - Show us YOU in YOUr Happy Place!

My Happy Place is out on our deck under out Gazebo, just relaxing with our 3 Portuguese Waterdogs, and maybe a glass of Pinot Grigio!  Our girl Sugar love to join me and thinks she is a 55 lb lap dog sometimes!! 

I used the 49 and Market's Spectrum Sherbet Collection and concentrated on all of the green papers and embellishments.  I used a Vicki Boutin flower stencil and some Cloud Whip paste from Scrapbook.com to make the raised flowers, and then colored around them with Tim Holtz colored pencils. I then use a water brush to soften the pencil lines and shade around and on the flowers. 
Here are some close ups for you!

Thanks so much for stopping by!  Be sure to head over the the Challenge YOUrself Blog for all the challenge and prize information - and LOTS of beautiful layouts from the rest of the Design Team!!

I hope I've inspired you to play along with us this month - we'd LOVE to see your HAPPY PLACE, and look forward to seeing what you create!

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Challenge YOUrself #114 "My Endless Love"

 Hello Scrappy Friends!
This month over at the Challenge YOUrself Blog - we want you to create a layout about your favorite song!!

My all time favorite song has to be Endless Love by Lionel Richie and Diana Ross - it was our wedding song, and will alway be my favorite.

Here is a layout I created using a Vicki Boutin Mixed Media base page, along with the beautiful Cocoa Vanilla DayDream Collection and a bunch of sequins from the collection too!

I love how well the base page blended with the DayDream collection!

 

Here are some close ups for you:

Thanks so much for stopping by!  Now please head on over to the Challenge YOUrself Blog, to see lots more inspiration from the rest of the Design Team, and find all of the details on this FUN Challenge!!

I can't wait to see what YOU create!

Stay Safe and Be Well

(((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Challenge YOUrself #112 - "Then and Now"

Hello Scrappy Friends  I had so much fun with this month's challenge from the Challenge YOUrself Blog!  We challenge you to scrap a photo of "Then" and "Now!" - just make sure YOU are in BOTH photos!!

I used the BEAUTIFUL New 49 and Market Vintage Artistry Tranquility Ultimate Page Kit and document a photo of my little brother Jack and me from 1963, and one taken this year, 2023.

I added some paper twin and maybe a few more layers - and I love how it came out!  Believe it or not - I've never used a kit for a layout - and I have to say - this was FUN!

Here are some close-ups for you:

I think we were pretty cute!!

This was a FUN Challenge - and I hope you will join us and play along at the Challenge YOUrself Blog!!

Take Care, Be Well and Stay Safe!
((HUGS)) ~ Sherri