SOS - Sketch Challenge - "Chicago Pizza Tour"

Hello Everyone - I hope this post finds you all doing well!  

It is time for this month's Sketch Challenge over at the Scrap Our Stash Blog ! 

We encourage you to play along with us, using the sketch below as your inspiration - and also be sure to use KRAFT PAPER and at least ONE METAL EMBELLISHMENT!!

I decided to scrap a few photos that were taken at the beginning of February - while on a Chicago Pizza Tour, during a sales meeting that I planned for the new company I work for.

Everyone had a great time, and it was a great team building event. We took a beautiful luxury bus to 3 different famous pizza restaurants in Chicago along with a great guide who told us all about each location, pizza facts, and info about Chicago.  If you are ever in Chicago - be sure to check out Chicago Pizza Tours!!  The photos in this layout are from our visit to Flo and Santo's  - famous for their thin crust pizza.  It was really good -but they cut their round pies into squares in Chicago -  very different than the way we do it in New Jersey!

For my base page, I used a piece of Kraft Resist Paper, from a 12x12 pad of Tim Holtz Idea-ology, that I have had forever!!  I then used a TWC Mini Brick Stencil, along with a Nuvo brush and Taylored Expressions Earl Grey Ink to create the brick design in all 4 corners of the layout.   I also used it to ink all of the edges of my papers, including the torn ones - 

I like how it all came out. 

Here are the sales team members who attended the meeting  - It was so great to be able to put faces to names and voices! Everyone was so nice, and the Pizza Tour was really a hit!   

I created a little tag with journaling to tuck behind the photo of the group.

Here is the back of the tag and you can see the metal brads that I added for the challenge.

You can also see the splatters of Glimmer Mist that I used.

More metal brads some FUN metal Flair, and those cool inked/distressed edges! 

(and those square pieces of pizza too! LOL!)

I used different types and fonts of letters for my title.  I love how it turned out!

Thanks for stopping by!  I hope you can find some time to escape and play along with us this month at the Scrap Our Stash Blog!  Head on over there to see more inspiration from the other Design Team members, Contest Rules, Prize Info and where you can link up your layout too! 

I can't wait to see what you will create!!

Items used:

Tim Holtz - Idea-ology Kraft Resist paper pad

Simple Stories - So Rad "Authentic"

My Mind's Eye - Stella and Rose - Hattie n Happy, Polka Dots Paper

PaperHouse - NYC Collection

TCW Mini Bricks Stencil

My Mind's Eye Jubilee and Cut and Paste Brads

October Afternoon - Snapshots Tin Pins Flair

Nuvo Brush

Taylored Expressions - Earl Grey Ink

Jillibean Soup - Mini Alpha - Spicy Social Soup and AlphaBeans - Organic Orange stickers

Ruby Rock-it -Upstairs Downstairs Chipboard Alphas

Glimmer Mist - Jack O'Lantern, Raven, Burnt Red

Sunkissed Fun! - for My Little Scrapbook Store's Design Team

Hi everyone -  I want to share one more layout that I made using Graphic 45's Sunkissed Collection for the My Little Scrapbook Store's (MLSS) Design Team!

( You can find my other 2 layouts by clicking on my past Blog Posts HERE and also HERE.)

I used the awesome Die Cut from KaiserCraft's Stargazer Collection - The last time I looked - MLSS had a few of the Die Cuts in Stock - CLICK HERE to see if there are any left ;-)

I also used scraps that I had left-over from my Happy Scrappy Bag of G45's Sunkissed Collection - to "fill in" the holes in the Die Cut, and attached them to the back of it - after inking the edges of the white die cut with Ranger Distress Ink - Blueprint Sketch.  I believe Michele only has a few of this Awesome G45 Collection packs left - so be sure to check out her website HERE to see if you can grab one for yourself before they are all gone.

The embellishments used on this layout are a few stickers from the collection, some fussy cut and inked flowers and sand dollars from scraps of patterned papers, some gold washi tape, and those AWESOME Nuvo Drops - CLICK here if you want check them out too!

This is the back of the layout that shows how I patched the scrap pieces to the back.

Thanks so much for stopping by.  Be sure to stop by My Little Scrapbook Store's website and check out these awesome products.

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

"You Ought to be in Pictures!" 2/27 Class at The DOO!

CLASS SCHEDULE UPDATE 1/28/15

A NEW DATE has been scheduled!

Scrappy Announcement!!  
Here is info on the upcoming class I will be teaching at my FAVORITE Local Scrapbook Store -
 aka -"My Happy Place!"

Scrap-a-Doodle Doo! In Ramsey, NJ

Friday Night, February 27th- 6:30 -9pm at

Scrap-a-Doodle Doo

37-C Swan Street 

Ramsey, NJ 

201-818-7060

Here are a few details and some SNEAK PEEKS of the Class 

which I am calling:

"You Ought to be In Pictures!"

This 2 page 12 x 12 Layout Features Mats/Places for 

(4)  3 3/4" x 5 3/4" photos - and the Beautiful "Close UP!" Collection from Kaisercraft!

We will be mixing up LOTS of different patterns. I'll show you how to make a "page frame" along with how to blend your (2) 12x12 pages together, by carrying the design from one page to the other.  We will be twisting and stapling Twine too!

We will even make a Dimensional "Vintage" Chipboard and Cardstock Camera, using the Tim Holtz Alterations "Vintage Camera" Die along with a Tim Holtz Vintage Film Strip too!
Let me tell you, that Camera is "HOT!"
   

Supplies NEEDED to complete this Kit:  Your Basic Supply Kit: Tape Runner, 12x12 Paper Trimmer, Small Sharp Scissors, 1/2 " thick 3D Foam Dots, 1" or Wider ScoreTape, Ruler  **PLUS:   The following Ranger Distress Stains or chalks or inks in the following colors: Brushed Pewter, Black Soot, Picket Fence, Rusty Hinge, Peacock Feather - White Gelly Roll Pen - 

Tim Holtz Mini Stapler/Attacher

**Please contact the store if you need any of these items ASAP**

So here are the Sneaks I promised you!:

LOTs of Layers and I LOVE LOVE LOVE THESE COLORS!!

Here is that Vintage Camera ( @ 4 1/2 x 3 1/2") and the Film Strip is on the bottom of the photo too!

Seating will be LIMITED 

- and a FEW Kits will be available too!

Cost per Class or Kit : $28.00

I hope you can make it - 

Please CALL THE STORE 201-818-7060 

to reserve your seat/kit - ASAP!

Thanks for stopping by!
KEEP WARM!

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Yankee Clipper Inn

Hi everyone -here is a layout I created using Theresa Collin's Far and Away collection.
I just love the colors and coordinating embellishments!

These photos are from a trip we took at Easter in 2009 to Rockport, Mass and stayed at an Inn.  We met our oldest son there  - who had been away at college in NH and spent the weekend with him. The Easter Bunny even stopped by with baskets :-).

Thanks for stopping by!
((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Happy Halloween!!

Hi Everyone -  Tonight is "Goosey Night" here in my little neck of Northern NJ. I don't know many places around the country/world that call it that. Some say "Cabbage Night" or "Mischief Night" -but it is Goosey Night where I live!


Since tomorrow is Halloween - I want to share a "SPOOKY" kind of layout I made for a class I taught at a FUN scrap weekend, last week.  I will also be teaching the Water Distress/Tearing Technique at Scrap-a-Doodle Doo's's weekend event THIS weekend - and they will have KITS for sale at the event - and ON LINE - while supplies last!!!

I JUST LOVE Graphic 45's SteamPunk Spells, and I think the Water Distress/Tearing Technique helps to make this layout and the colors of the papers POP!

I also used Punchinella, Ranger Distress Stains, Feathers, and Chipboard Gears which I made SPARKLE with  Zig's Wink of Stella Brush Glitter in Clear - this stuff is SO HOT!!  LUV IT!!

I hope you like it!  Call the store 201-818-7060 if you want a KIT  $25.00 +shipping - while they last!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!


Thanks for stopping by!
((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Hollywood Studios

Hi Scrappy friends - this is a layout I created using Overlays from Mary Inness at http://www.paperpiecingbydesign.com/  

The overlays are the royal blue color.  As you must know by now, I need lots of pattern and "STUFF" going on on my layouts so I have to admit, I found the overlays a bit challenging.

I knew I wanted to use the white, yellow and blue swirl paper, and some of my photos didn't quite fit in the frames on the diecut, so I used the paper to fill in the gaps, and also as part of the background.  I had some Mickey Head confetti pieces from our trip that I added too. 

I really had fun with these layouts - I hope they inspire you to give overlays a try - they are really a unique way to personalize and capture your special memories.

Check out Mary's website - and LIKE her Facebook page  Original Overlays  to see more of her products.   Tell her Sherri Caramico sent you :-)

Now take sometime for yourself and get creative!

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Hawaiian Mixology Fun!

I had a great scrappy weekend at my favorite LSS  Scrap-a-Doodle Doo, creating and laughing with friends.   I actually finished 3 - YES - 3 layouts!!  - I think that is an all time record for me!!

I want to share one of them with you now. 

The 2 photos on this page are actually the same shot.  I love duplicating photos in different sizes on a layout.  It was taken aboard our 14night Disney Wonder Cruise to Hawaii, in October of 2012, where we celebrated our  30th Wedding Anniversary.

Disney held drink "tastings" throughout the cruise ( for adults of course!) and on this day, we attended 2 of them!  First a Bloody Mary tasting - then this one, a Hawaiian Mixology "Class."

Needless to say, we didn't "learn" much - and our little section of the class was "shushed" a few times!!  - REALLY!  LOL!! - Like those other people were actually going to learn how to mix  ( and then remember how to make)  Hawaiian Cocktails after drinking 5 of them, out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean!!   Besides, our bartender, who by the way was VERY NICE, kept telling us (with a bit of a heavy accent,) that we didn't shake some of these drinks - we should instead "STEER" them, and proceeded to show us a "Stirring" motion.

Anyway - as you can see, we had LOTS OF FUN, and LOTS OF LAUGHS.........

I decided to use all kinds of papers, layers, and a combination of stickers that I had in my stash for this layout.   The layout was all centered around and started with,  the Reminisce Luau paper and the BIG Coconut Drink sticker, that I received as a great give-a-way at a previous Scrap-a-Doodle Doo Weekend event.  I loved how the cherry in the sticker (bottom right corner) complimented the red in my hubby's shirt in the photos.  I decided to mat the photos in red too. 

Since I only had 1 piece of the Luau paper - I cut out the Tiki God and leaves, leaving the bamboo frame.  I glued that to a piece of peach paper from Basic Grey's Marrakech Collection - the other patterned papers were from my stash too and from different manufacturers.  I used the back side of the center of the Luau paper too.  See the strip with the coconut drinks behind the big Tiki God - and the tags.  

All of the edges were distressed to roughen them up - and then inked with different colored Distress Stains.    I also am lovin' using twine or string, and hanging little banners/flags from them - I think the twine used on this layout plays off of the piece of burlap I used - don't you?


Thanks for stopping by -  I hope I've inspired you to play with lots of layers and textures and HAVE FUN documenting your memories!

~ Sherri

October Sketch Challenge "SAY CHEESE!"

Hello my Scrappy Friends!

Can you believe it is OCTOBER already!!  - Here on the east coast there is already a chill in the air and crisp cool mornings are upon us!

I created an "Inspiration" layout for Scrap-a-Doodle Doo's October Challenge - PLEASE head on over to their BLOG and check out this cool sketch!  I hope you will be inspired to play along too!


THE DOO is going to take it easy on us this month and is only using a ONE PAGE CHALLENGE Layout this time. You can even use up some of your scraps for it - but I opted to break in my NEW GOODIES from Simple Stories "SAY CHEESE" line and kicked the sketch up a notch for ya!

I still have lots of photos left to scrap from my 50th Birthday trip to WDW back in September of 2011 - talk about time flying!! LOL!! - so I broke open my "purple bag of goodies" from my favorite ON-LINE and Local Scrapbook Store  - Scrap-a-Doodle Doo - and had a BLAST using my new "haul" of Simple Stories "SAY CHEESE" papers and embellishments!!

Here is my take on the sketch - What do you think?

I JUST LOVE this paper line - well - I kinda LOVE most ALL of Simple Stories paper lines - but combine their GREAT products along with a DISNEY Theme - and YOU KNOW I'M SOLD!!

Above is a close up showing how I layered their chipboard elements, along with fussy cut papers, (the camera which was added with foam dots for added dimension) stickers and even a brad.  I inked the edges of the camera with Ranger Distress Stain - Picket Fence (white.)

Here is 1/2 of the 4"x6" Transparent Overlays that was included as a "bonus" in the 12x12 Collection pack.  I cut it in half and used "MAGIC" as the title. I glued it on by adding straight line glue dots under the black letters. If you look closely, you may be able to see where I added the Clear ZIG Wink of Stella to each of the small white dots - it makes really it sparkle "in person!"

Above you can see where I added the top half of the 4"x6" Transparency, on top of the other paper elements.  I also added some of the stars from the chipboard collection on top of the transparency for added interest too!

Below is the complete list of ITEMS USED:  (Click on the underlined words/links to find them at THE DOO!)

Bazzill Black Cardstock
Bazzill RED DOT Cardstock
Simple Stories Say Cheese 12x12 Collection Kit - using:
#3306 "Believe"
#3314 "2x12 Border, 4x12 Title Strip Elements"
Fundamental Cardstock Stickers
Expressions Cardstock Stickers
4x6 Transparency photo overlay ( Bonus included in the 12x12 Collection Kit)
Say Cheese Sn@p Cuts
Say Cheese Chipboard Stickers
Say Cheese Sn@p Cards
Say Cheese Decorative Brads
Ranger Distress Stain - Black Soot
Ranger Distress Stain - Picket Fences
Zig Wink of Stella "CLEAR" Brush

If you'd like to purchase any of the above products, head on over to the store's website, or just click on the links above.

I hope the layout above and this sketch has inspired you to give The Doo's OCTOBER SKETCH CHALLENGE a try!   So come on - and get Scrappy With It!

GOOD LUCK and HAPPY SCRAPPIN'!

Oct 26th Steampunk Spells 2 page Layout Class - New Windsor, NY

Hi Everyone!   I will have the opportunity to attend a CROP in New Windsor, NY, for the first time, with a new bunch of ladies next month ( Oct 26-27,) and have been asked to be a guest designer / teacher while there!!  I am very excited to meet this group, and to be teaching this class!!

It will feature Graphic 45's HOT NEW "Steampunk Spells" Collection, (just in time for Halloween)  and it will be filled with lots of FUN techniques! This 2 page layout (SNEAK PEEK below,) also features, Flowers, Feathers, Gears, Gems, Punchinella, even a Spider and a Metal Key!!
  
Students will learn: Water Distressing, Paper Tearing, Edge Distressing (with Ranger's Distress Stains,) Stamping, paper layering, and how to get the most out of your patterned papers. All techniques that you can use over and over on future projects too!
 
Class / Kits are LIMITED to 12 - Many components will be pre-cut. Complete Instructions will be included! 
  

I LOVE the colors in this G45 paper line and I'm happy with how this 2 page layout turned out!

If you are in the area, and are interested in attending - you do not need to attend the crop.  Just contact the organizer through the Meet Up Link to see if seating is still available.

PS - If any of you are attending Scrap-a-Doodle Doo's November 1-3rd Weekend Crop - I will be teaching this class there too!

Thanks for stopping by!
~ Sherri

Kissing Daisy!

Here is a layout I made earlier this month.   It highlights photos from my 50th Birthday Trip to WDW, in Sept of 2011 - yes, I know - I am and will ALWAYS be "BEHIND" in my scrapping!!  I am not a chronological scrapper - I work on whatever photos / memories "call to me!" LOL!

These photos make me laugh!  Daisy wanted nothing to do with me at first and was flirting with my hubby Phil something awful!! LOL! - We were happy to be able to see Daisy too - as in past trips to WDW, Daisy's always been "kind of shy" and hard to find.  ( Yes, I LOVE WDW and all the MAGIC and PIXIE DUST it brings with it!!)


I also LOVE to MIX IT UP when scrapping and this Layout incorporates patterned papers and elements from many different manufacturers and includes lots of different textures.  I hope you like it!

 

 

All of the products used on this layout were purchased at SCRAP-A-DOODLE DOO, in Ramsey, NJ - you can purchase from them ON LINE TOO!

 

I used 3 different shades of pink Bazzill cardstock to mat my photos and the entire layout, and 2 of them were Swiss Dot.

 

All of the edges were inked with Ranger Distress Stain, in either Peacock Feathers or Picked Raspberry.

 

I love the Teal Punchinella -don't you?

 

The papers used were from My Mind's Eye - My Girl "Fancy Free" and "Multi Plaid," along with Remininsce "Magical Princess."

 

I added feathers from Bella Blvd, and the wooden embellishment is from Studio Calico. 

 

Add to that some Teal and Pink Bling (which I grouped in 3's to make Mickey heads,) a few flowers, and some Teal Thickers - and there you have it.

 

So try "mixing it up" when you are creating your next layout - it's LOTS OF FUN!

 

Happy Scrappin' !!

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

 





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



September Challenge at THE DOO!

Hi Everyone!   Sorry, I've been slacking in my blog posting, but I've had a busy last 2 months, with a Graduation Party for my son - then vacation prep, and a wonderful 2 week relaxing vacation with my family in August.  I almost started shaking, and going through "Scrap-Withdrawal" these last few weeks, and while I REALLY enjoyed the party and the vacation -I'm happy to be able to get "my scrap back on" again too!

It's the 1st of the Month - so that means it's Sketch Challenge time over at Scrap-a- Doodle Doo!
(FYI - THE DOO - is our Local Scrapbook Store - and an On-Line store too!  They have all the latest and greatest scrapbooking supplies - and lots of hard to find items too.  With THOUSANDS of items in stock - you are sure to find what you need! - Check them out - www.scrap-a-doodledoo.com and SUPPORT our Local Scrapbook Stores!)


They chose a sketch from Pinterest again this month - there is such INSPIRATION on that website!!
(CLICK on all the photos below to see the details)

Now, for those of you that know me - you know that I'm all about layers, and mixing patterned paper.   This sketch was a challenge to me at first, with all that white space!!  After a trip to THE DOO - I found this AWESOME NEW Paper Line "SNAPSHOTS" from Bella Blvd and I just "had to have it!!"  I decided it was perfect and used it to really put my own twist on the sketch by filling that white space in!  What do you think?......

These photos are from our trip to North Topsail Beach, NC, a few weeks ago. We had a great time relaxing, and I had a blast "Snapping Pics!"  I LOVE LOVE LOVE the layered banners!!!  I'm going to have to use this idea on layouts in the future!! 

Here are some close ups for you:

These are Tim Holtz Grungeboard letters that I bought at THE DOO -years ago!  I colored them with Distress Stains, then glittered them with my new  HOT NEW "ZIG" Wink of Stella Brush with CLEAR Glitter - the added a coat of DIMENSIONAL MAGIC to make them even shinier! - By the way D*O*T*D noted on the first photo stands for "Drink Of The Day" - which is a "must have" when Chillaxin' on the beach!

I also used my ZIG Wink of Stella brush to highlight and go over some of the doodling on the Bella Blvd "Family Chaos" paper below, and above on one of the elements that I cut out of that paper, matted, then pop-dotted as an embellishment on the layout.

More Glitter swirls from the ZIG brush, I highlighted the word "together" and glittered all of the heart doodles. You can see a close up of those lovely banners -edges inked with Ranger Distress Stains!
 

Here are the items from The Doo that I used:
Bella Blvd SNAPSHOTS - Family Chaos
Bella Blvd SNAPSHOTS - Point of View
Bella Blvd SNAPSHOTS - Borders

My Mind's Eye "Cut and Paste" embellishment pack

Ranger Distress Stain - Peacock Feathers
Ranger Distress Stain - Ripe Persimmon
Ranger Distress Stain - Black Soot
Bazzill Cardstock 
ZIG Wink Stella Brush -Clear
Scor-Tape
Dimensional Magic
Tim Holtz Grungeboard letters

SO - Head on over to THE DOO's BLOG POST with all the info on how YOU can play along!

Thanks for stopping by!
((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

Everyone deserves a little "me" time!

Well, JULY certainly has been a VERY BUSY month for "me!"   I thought things were supposed to calm down a little in the summer months!!  I guess I will have to wait until our beach vacation in August!!

I spent MUCH of my June and July planning and preparing for my youngest son Jake's Graduation Party.  I made the centerpieces and the luminaries that I shared on a previous post, along with a cool Photo Op stand.  ( I'll try to put a post up with pics and ideas of the event in the near future.)

As a TREAT to "me" - the week after the party, I attended a WONDERFUL weekend crop - hosted by Scrap-a-Doodle Doo!   Stephanie and THE DOO CREW always put on a GREAT EVENT - absolutely TOP NOTCH in every way!

The theme was "Down the Shore" - and most of us, being "Jersey Girls," really felt right at home!!  The weather played right along with the theme - as temperatures on Friday and Saturday were in the 90's!!  But we were cool and comfortable in the BEAUTIFUL Crown Plaza Hotel in Suffern, NY.

I had an incredible time laughing and relaxing with friends.  The food was AMAZING - the chef really outdid himself and even gave us a "Clambake" on Saturday night!

And - my good friend Pattie always makes "THEMED" desserts for the event - just look at these ADORABLE flip flop cookies and floating bear mini-cupcakes!!

HOW STINKIN' COOL ARE THEY!!??

SO -keeping with the "me" weekend theme - I've had these 2 photos of "me" that were taken in 2011 when we visited San Diego.  There was a "touch pond" in Sea World, and they had these incredibly beautiful and unusual STARFISH. ( Rarely am I in a photograph, as I am usually the one with the camera, but my son took these 2 shots of me with one of the neat starfish.)   I kinda liked how they came out, and used the get-a-way weekend as my opportunity to PLAY with the photos and the HOT NEW Graphic 45 Bohemian Bazzar paper line that I picked up at THE DOO a few weeks ago.  I just LOVE how very FUN the colors and patterns are!

Here is my "me" Layout:

Lots of layers, colors, textures, patterns 

- YUP!  That's "me!"  :-)

The chipboard piece is from THE DUSTY ATTIC - I first painted it with Ranger RUSTY HINGE Distress Paint - then sprayed it with layers of Glimmer Mist, until I achieve the colors I wanted.  I used Chalkboard INCHWORM, along with some Glimmer Glam DIRTY MARTINI for the green, and added some bling.  The red flowers were sprayed with LED RED, and the little dots on the end of the flowers were highlighted with Aqua Ranger Distress Stickles.

Here is a close up:

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I used layers of the Bohemian Bazaar Tags and pockets for both the mat on the smaller photo, and behind it as well.  Then, before adding a piece of fishing net under the flower grouping and over the "me" tag on the left side of the page, I placed it in the upper corner right of the yellow and white polka dot base and sprayed it with Glimmer Mist - to act like a mask.  They kind of "mirror" each other and I really think the more solid and darker color behind the Dusty Attic piece helped to "pop" it as well.  I inked the edges of all papers with either Peacock Feathers or Ripe Persimmon Ranger Distress Stains too!

Here you can see some of the fishing net, and the cool large starfish that I stamped on Bazzill swiss dot orange paper -then heat embossed with cranberry embossing powder.  Can you see the starfish I am holding?  I think it came out pretty close don't you?!!   I was so happy with it, that I made 2 of them and used them both.   Then  I added the real little red starfish was from my friend Pattie -who had a jar of Mud Puddles Sea Life collection and kindly shared her little red starfish with me :-)  The flowers are from my "stash" but are mostly PRIMA I'm sure!  ( LOVE PRIMA FLOWERS!) Can you see the little resin Prima Light Bulb that says "ME" hiding amongst the flowers?

I've had the tag that I used in this layout in my stash for some time - I had Glimmer Misted it with yellows and oranges using a mask  when I was just "playing around" and never found a place to put it.  I thought it worked well with this layout, and added some PRIMA Canvas letters that I painted with Glimmer Mist Chalkboard "Inchworm" and then outlined with a fine point Sharpie Marker.  I added this cool Turquoise and Green fringed ribbon that I got from a cute little Esty Shop called Hydrangea  Hippo, and there are also 2 sprigs of green and clear "Bling Spray" that I purchased from there as well.

So there you have it - my "me" weekend and layout.   I hope I've inspired you to play with lots layers, colors, prints and textures and to most importantly - do something for yourself!  Everyone deserves a little "me" time!

((Hugs)) ~ Sherri

June Sketch Challenge over at Scrap-a-Doodle Doo

Hello Everyone - HAPPY JUNE to you ALL - I can't believe we are almost half the way through 2013!  I hope this year has treated you all well, and that the 2nd half holds only GOOD THINGS for you and yours!


Here is the JUNE SKETCH from over on the SCRAP-A-DOODLE DOO BLOG.    PLEASE Click on the link to head on over for all the DETAILS on how to PLAY ALONG - you could WIN a GIFT CERTIFICATE to SCRAP-A-DOODLE DOO too!

We've selected a sketch that was found on the web for this month's challenge, and we think you are going to have a BLAST with it!

As you know - I have been working on pages for a gift for my youngest son's High School Graduation - and I've been finding these sketch challenges VERY HELPFUL and a great and easy way to add some fun pages to his book - all with a little guidance and INSPIRATION from THE DOO Sketch Challenges. 

 

We'd LOVE for you to PLAY along -  Just remember -Since this is a Scrap-a-Doodle Doo SPONSORED Challenge (you can WIN a $10.00 Gift Certificate!) and while we ENCOURAGE EVERYONE to "PLAY" along, ONLY layouts, cards, or projects submitted that use products that are carried/sold by Scrap-a-Doodle Doo will be eligible to win a Gift Certificate. They have THOUSANDS of items, and carry product from OVER 250+ Manufacturers!
 

SO - before beginning the project that you wish to submit - just CLICK HERE to go to their website then type the products you are using in their search box and see if they can be found.   (While you are there - check out the CLASS and EVENT OFFERINGS and SALE ITEMS too - DID YOU KNOW -they SHIP anywhere in the USA - for a  LOW FLAT RATE on purchases of $50 or less AND -AND FREE SHIPPING on orders of $50.00 OR MORE!!  ?) 

 

Here is my INSPIRATION LAYOUT for this month's sketch.  I have listed the items used with the LINKS below it.   

 

I had LOTS of pictures from Jake's 8th Grade Dance -so I made the bottom polka dot rectangle into a pocket - using foam dots, and then created 3 tabbed mats that I added photos and embellishments to each side. - I was able to get 9 photos of the event either "on" or "in" this page and I am very pleased with how it came out!  (so pleased that my next class at Scrap-a-Doodle Doo on JUNE 28th, will be based on the design and the interactive elements that I've added to the layout, using the FUN BoBunny "SURPRISE!" Line! -  Sneak Peek to be previewed soon!)

Love these photos - and MY VERY HANDSOME SON JAKE!!

Here are the items used in the layout:

BoBunny Mama Razzi 2 collection pack -with combo stickers (Tripod/Strike a Pose/Photo Booth/Oh Snap)

http://www.scrap-a-doodledoo.com/kitspaper-collections-c-8/bo-bunny-press-mamarazzi2-12x12-collection-pk-p-16714.html

BB MR2 - Adhesive Chipboard

http://www.scrap-a-doodledoo.com/stickers-c-9/bo-bunny-press-mamarazzi2-adhesive-chipboard-p-16713.html

BB MR2 - Brads

http://www.scrap-a-doodledoo.com/brads-buttons-c-15/bo-bunny-press-mamarazzi2-brads-p-16688.html

BB MR2 - Buttons/Embellishments

http://www.scrap-a-doodledoo.com/brads-buttons-c-15/bo-bunny-press-mamarazzi2-buttonsembellishment-p-16710.html

BB MR2 - Layered Chipboard

http://www.scrap-a-doodledoo.com/stickers-c-9/bo-bunny-press-mamarazzi2-layered-chipboard-p-16711.html

Queen & Co Film Strip Trendy Tape

http://www.scrap-a-doodledoo.com/new-arrivals-c-41/queen-co-trendy-tape-film-strip-p-15179.html

Ranger Distress Stain -

Ripe Persimmon - http://www.scrap-a-doodledoo.com/chalks-inks-glimmer-mists-c-19/rangertim-holtz-distress-stain-ripe-persimmon-p-16114.html
Peacock Feathers - http://www.scrap-a-doodledoo.com/chalks-inks-glimmer-mists-c-19/rangertim-holtz-distress-stain-peacock-feathers-p-16112.html

EK Success 3D Dots

http://www.scrap-a-doodledoo.com/adhesives-c-12/ek-success-3d-adhesive-foam-squares-18-p-9922.html

Bazzill Cardstock Colors - Hillary / Dark Intense Teal / Intense Orange

 

I hope you play along and am looking forward to seeing what you come up with for the June Sketch Challenge from Scrap-a-Doodle Doo!  Be sure to LINK up your photo with MR LINKY on the BLOG - or on their Facebook Event page!!

 

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri

 

 

 

THANKS!!  Can't wait to see what you've come up with :-)

May Sketch Challenge for Scrap-a-Doodle Doo

Hi Everyone -HAPPY NATIONAL SCRAPBOOK DAY!!

Today, I want to share a layout I made for the BEAUTIFUL Sketch Challenge over on the Scrap-a-Doodle Doo Blog.

As one of the Design Team Members, and Educators at my FAVORITE Local Scrapbook Store - I created the layout below for your "inspiration!"

99% of the products used were purchased from "THE DOO" - so check out their on line website to see all the latest products and HOT New Arrivals - or if you are in the Ramsey, NJ area - stop on by at the store - you will LOVE it!

First -here is the AMAZING sketch - created by my fellow DT member ADINA  ( head over to the DOO blog to see her gorgeous layout too!)

I used the sketch to record the memory of one of the special "Date Nights" we have with our very good friends! They are always lots of FUN!

 

GOLD is a HOT NEW TREND in the scrappy world, and I had loads of FUN using the beautiful papers from the My Mind's Eye Lost and Found collection and accessories, a Zva rhinestone swirl, as well as Ranger's Distress Stain in Faded Jeans.  I used a Lucky 8 Border Punch to create the yellow diecut in the background.  ( the big yellow charm in the upper left is actually an old earring that I strung with some antique gold charms!)

 

Thanks for stopping by - I hope this sketch gives you a chance to get scrappy with it!

 

Please take a minute to say "HI" by leaving a comment below, and letting me know where you are from - I'd love to meet you, and follow your blog too!

 

Hope you will play along!

 

((HUGS))

Sherri

 

 

Prima Romantique Layout GIVE-A-WAY!!

UPDATE - APRIL 9th, 2013 
THIS POST has now received OVER 400 hits since it was published last month!!!  Since it seems like many of you LIKE it - I've got a SPECIAL SURPRISE for you -  Head on over to my BLOG POST for my Local Scrapbook Store - Scrap-a-Doodle Doo, in Ramsey, NJ to find out how you can WIN!!
There is a FULL photo of this layout and another FREEBIE for you too!

And -please be sure to become a FOLLOWER of my BLOG - if you don't want to miss out on any future SURPRISES / Challenges and GIVE-A-WAYS TOO!!

PS -I'd love to hear from you -PLEASE take a minute to add a comment on this post, and let me know you were here :-) 

What are you waiting for? 
Head over to THE DOO's BLOG and see how you can WIN!

Thanks - ((HUGS))~ Sherri

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Hi everyone! Sherri here, inviting you to my next class

at Scrap-a-Doodle Doo!

 

When? Saturday, March 23rd 11:30AM to 1:30PM

Where? Scrap-a-Doodle Doo! (of course!)

37 C Swan Street

Ramsey, NJ

Cost: $25.00

SEATING is LIMITED and going fast - (only 3 seats/kits left!) So please CALL the Store at 201-818-7060 to reserve yours, OR -you can Sign Up through MEET UP by Clicking HERE! or

on the DOO's WEBSITE HERE!

Here is the FIRST Sneak Peek:

This 1 page 12x12 Layout features BEAUTIFUL Papers from Prima's Romantique Collection!

We will create lots of layers with this VERY VINTAGE Paper collection from PRIMA, and will use Tim Holtz's Tattered Flower and Autumn Gatherings dies to create a Fab-u-lous Flower and cute little leaves adding lots of dimension to this layout.

Distressing and accents will be created using Ranger Distress Stains, and I AM IN LOVE with the BEAUTIFUL and "TRENDY" Bella Blvd Green Feather! HOTNESS!

Lately, I seem to try to use the Unique and Versatile May Arts Web Weave Ribbon, when ever I can, and love the texture it adds to this layout! To soften it up and give it a little SPARKLE - we will spray a Paper Doily with GLIMMER MIST (surprise! surprise!), and even WATER DISTRESS a few corners for more texture and visual interest!

AND... I can't wait to show you what to do with another TRENDY and "Happening" product.... BAKERS TWINE!! - another one of my new "FAVS!" To top it off, we will add a couple of VINTAGE brass buttons too!

Here is your 2nd Sneak Peek -

The double photo mat will hold a 4 x 6 Vertical Photo.

 I hope you can join me!

If you can't make it - there may be KITS to GO available - but please check with the store as these are limited in quantity too!
7 Seats/kits are already spoken for - 
Please call the store at 201 818 7060 to reserve yours -before they are all gone! :-)

THANKS for stopping by!

((HUGS)) ~ Sherri