Stephanie Hart

Distractions in Metal Clay.....

2012-01-22T13:22:00.002-04:00

From the Wedding Jitters that is!!! I'm trying not to become Bride-Zilla...and I've been successful thus far! 6 days left and all the planning, arrangements and payments have been made....so I'm left with only my excitement and butterflies! Oh how I can't wait to marry Dave! Not to get too sentimental, but I swear, every minute I'm with him I thank my lucky stars he came into my life <3

So, onto my crafty distraction post! This is what I did this weekend to keep my mind occupied and the butterflies calm....I made a few simple pendants to give to my family members next weekend, and then I finally turned on my Paragon Kiln and fired them! As many of my friends know, I have been nervous about turning it on...don't ask me why, I guess I just wanted to make sure everything was fire-proof and safe.

So here is the digital controller ramping up! It has to go to 1200 F and then hold there for ½ hour to properly sinter my Silver Metal Clay.

Here are my test pendants! I even fired one with a small round CZ for a bit of sparkle...

I gained so much confidence after that firing, I couldn't wait to make a few more pieces....so I was up before everyone this morning, getting my metal clay area ready...

Its so very different than working with Polymer clay. First, there's the cost....silver has gone up significantly this past year, and then there is the drying time. With fresh clay, I may have 5-10 min of working time (and that includes hydrating it a bit in between). It is a real challenge, and with those two factors combined, makes me a bit nervous for now. I know that once I'm used to the medium, I'm sure it won't be so intimidating...but for now, I make sure I have planned my design and prepare my working area in full before I crack that package open!

Happy Sunday!
Hope you have time to make art today as well
Steph

A very Scrappy week!!

2012-01-02T23:27:00.000-04:00

Just finishing up a lovely 10 days of vacation, back to work tomorrow! (I'll need extra coffee in the morning, I know it!)

We had a super fun visitor for 3 days... Kristine came by to scrap and do a bit of Lush shopping!! We have so much fun when she visits, and its so adorable to see the cats fall in love with her one by one! She was even able to scratch Mr. Flowers on the head, and not too many people have been able to do that over the years (he was a feral cat when I took him in, so always very shy and scared of strangers).

As always, we scrapped the week away and I was able to finish quite a number of layouts! Here are a few of them:

Thanks for catching up!
Happy New Year!
Steph

A bit of Doodling...

2011-12-27T08:22:00.001-04:00

After watching Christy's post a few weeks ago, I couldn't get it out of my head! I HAD to give it a try! Its not at all what I expected...not as soft as hers, but I still like it :)

All in all, it took about 3-4 hours...I began with a coat of gesso, then once it dried I used permanent pen to doodle my design. Once that set, I then used my watercolor crayons to get the base color, with shadowing with my Pitt Pens. I used a fixative to make sure the watercolor didn't react with my Modpodge....added a few stamps and textured! It was so relaxing! Dave noticed I was "in the zone" and let me be for the ENTIRE process! (He is such a keeper!)

Steph
xo

Mixed Media Monster Flower!

2011-12-26T08:10:00.001-04:00

Here is the Mixed Media Flower I created on the monster canvas I mentioned a few posts ago! Its a whopping 22x30!

Check out the experiment with the modeling paste...I grabbed the top of my Basic Grey Precision File Set to add the circles! Its quite handy with that little handle :)

Thanks for taking a peek!

Steph

Loving Mixed Media....

2011-12-24T15:09:00.000-04:00

Hi Folks!
Just thought I'd pop in and post a few things I've been working on this Christmas time! Thankfully my family doesn't read my blog much hehe

These are all 8x8, and I have to say I think this is my favorite size to work with! I made a big monster of a flower a few weeks ago (22x30) and I think it was just too much space for me right now. I have more super large canvas', but I'll save those until I find my "style" with the smaller ones. At the moment, I'm sticking within the "She Art" comfort zone (Thanks Christy Tomlinson!!!)

Hope you are all having a wonderful Christmas!

Cheers,

Stephanie

A differnt Style?

2011-11-30T00:12:00.000-04:00

Just a few layouts I was able to complete during the last LCOM crop in Moncton...another fabulous weekend with Kristine and the girls :) So much fun....and check it out, 8 layouts completed!!!

Kristine says my style is changing: I'm not as messy/grungy....I didn't really notice until she mentioned it! I think it may be that I'm getting my messy fix with the mixed media art I've been dabbling in and also, I tend not to spring my sprays and paint when I go to crops! tee hee funny how little things like that can change things up!

hugs
Steph
xo

Another year, another Birthday..

2011-10-15T12:33:00.000-03:00

As I mentioned in my previous post, I had the opportunity to scrapbook with my bestie Kristine a week ago (yay!) I was able to finish 6 layouts...I'm not sure what it is, but we she and I get together, its like a scrappy marathon! We both get so much done then when we scrap alone LOL

My birthday snuck up on my while I was away in Saint John...and although I was bummed not to celebrate it with Dave and the boys, Kristine more than made up for it! She came over with birthday cupcakes and we scrapped the night away! It was wonderful! I managed to get this layout done that evening. My new tradition: to scrap the past year highlights...because I don't know about you, but I'm starting to forget things as that number gets higher LOL

When I got home from my trip, Dave and the boys had this waiting for me! Isn't it adorable! It was so "Whimsy-like" just loved it!!! My boys rock!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Steph

The Reason why I Scrapbook...

2011-10-11T01:34:00.001-03:00

This past week my work brought me to Saint John, NB and I was able to scrapbook all three evenings with the lovely Kristine! The hotel was kind enough to let me have one of their large conference room tables all week, so we had lots of space for our scrappy supplies. I finished 6 layouts during this time, but felt this one needed its own posting.

Although, I've always thought of this blog as a more of a place to share my love of scrapbooking and other artsy crafty stuff, a bit of my personal life gets thrown in for good measure. Its really difficult for it not too considering how much of ourselves we tend to put on a scrappy page :)

If you've ever visited before, it would be obvious that I am a cat lover.....7 cats in particular have my heart at this time in my life....and this layout it about the cat that started it all over 15 years ago.

Seymour (aka: Boogie the Booganator, Boogs and Boogie Woogie) has been showing signs of his age lately. The most recent being a serious kidney infection that put him on a 21 day antibiotic regime...and the vet asking me to read between the lines and prepare myself. He was gentle about it, but I know how serious it is especially in combo with his hyperthyroidism. I'm trying to stay positive, but at the same time trying to prepare myself for the inevitable. Its a fine balance, and I try not to dwell on the negative.

This layout helped me process my feelings with a bit of hidden journaling , capture the moment and remind myself to enjoy. Enjoy every moment. (and lets have hope that there will be many more!)

Thanks for letting me share

Steph

Mixed Media update.....

2011-10-10T16:01:00.000-03:00

This is just for documentation....I wanted to have a better photo of each of my mixed media canvas' and we've been fortunate enough to have BEAUTIFUL summer weather this Thanksgiving weekend!

Will have a scrappy post later today :)
Steph
xo

Not a 24x30...

2011-10-02T02:11:00.000-03:00

But still another mixed media canvas! (10x10)

A few nigh time houses...I just love this cool star stencil I bought at Deserres....its a lot thicker than the scrappin' ones I have, so you can really pile the modeling paste inside!

Thanks for taking a look!
Steph
xo

ps yes, the two super larger canvas' are still in their packaging...I'm working up to them! LOL

.... a new creative fear

2011-10-01T19:49:00.000-03:00

I've been working on a new 6x12 mixed media canvas this weekend, stretching those She Art muscles...warming up to adding gesso to the two 24x30 canvas' on my shelf!

I can't seem to find any artwork for our living room that I like, and thought maybe I could do two matching paintings, but I'm so nervous to start the process! Have you ever had this creative fear? I think it may be because I have a goal in mind... (and I don't normally)

So here is what I'm waiting to dry...can you spot the Sassafras paper whimsies and cards? I'll try and get a better photo of it once the rain stops :)

Here are the other layouts I finished at the LCOM crop a couple of weeks ago! I still can't believe how many I was able to get finished...looking forward to the next one in November :)
Anyway, wish me luck!
Have a great weekend
Steph
xo

LCOM Crop Mojo!

2011-09-23T02:01:00.000-03:00

Last weekend I met up with Kristine and Marielle for 2 days of scrappin! The LCOM crops are always so much fun, lots of great laughs and memories! Best of all, the mojo was FLOWING! Seriously, I finished 11 layouts!!! That's an all time record for me! I'm already looking forward to the next weekend in November (Zoe, remember to take your vitamines, no getting sick this time!)

Here are just a few of the layouts I worked on...I think this first one is my all time favorite...those sequence photos of Dave and I are so special :) Thanks to my awesome friend Natalie for being such a talented photographer!!

Thanks for stopping by!

Steph

LCOM - MT Team Search

2011-09-06T09:54:00.000-03:00

LCOM MT Team Search

Let's Capture Our Memories Marketing Team Search

What are we looking for?
We are looking for a few ladies who are willing to promote LCOM
and work with scrapbooking products of their choice for the next few months

What Is Expected:
* Create Layouts, Cards or Altered Items using supplies from our Store
(3 projects per month)
* Posting your projects on the store blog 3 times per month

* Some Participation in our LCOM Forum would be requested

***************************

This Call is open to Canadian & US Residents
This is a term position- Nov 1 to Mar 31 2012

Deadline for submission is September 15 2011
New team will be announced on our blog October 1st 2011

Please Send Us...
Name / Address
E-mail Address
Link to your Blog and Online Gallery
LCOM User Name

List of current Design/Creative Team positions

Send 3 projects that best reflect your scrapbook style

-You will be given a store credit on a monthly basis
to purchase the products you'd like to showcase and design with
-You will receive an additional Store Discount
- se the LCOM Badge for blogs and signatures
-Use our private thread in the LCOM Forum for MT details and posting duties

Any questions and to submit your application

email subject line LCOM MT
to MT@LetsCaptureOurMemories.com

Good Luck!

Be @ Home!

2011-08-25T00:30:00.000-03:00

A few weeks ago Be @ Home asked if they could feature my blog on their site as part of their "Best of the Web" weekly feature and of course I agreed! I was extremely honored that they would feel my little blog worth the read, let alone featured :)

Check out their site, they have great articles on home decor, cooking, pets, kids...you name it! I think my favorite read so far is their Tips section...check out this article on creating your own giftwrap and my favorite Cat Tips Section! Great ideas, and I'm going to look into the cat tent listed, I think my furkids would love to spend time outdoors safely!

Thanks for stopping by!
Hope you have a wonderful week
Steph
xo

Scrappy Day with the lovely Zoe!

2011-08-19T00:08:00.001-03:00

Last Sunday I drove up to Springhill, NS and spent the day with my lovely friend Zoë and her adorable family! I hadn't scrapped in well over 2months and really needed the scrappy date to finally get glue to paper! I'm not sure why that happens, but if I'm not creating something everyday I almost lose my nerve to sit down and make something. Thanks to Zoë's wonderful hospitality though, I was able to make 3 full layouts and the beginning of a fourth! Yay!

(Check out the new Whimsy Fish!)

2011-07-23T17:17:00.001-03:00

(see full image)

www.MyLittleBitofWhimsy.com

Sent from my iPhone

A Little Bit of Sassy Sunshine!

2011-07-14T00:21:00.000-03:00

As a self proclaimed Sassafras junkie, I'm surprised it took me this long to play with their latest collection Sunshine Broadcast! I guess that really speaks to just how busy we've been here over at Casa Hart! With all of the flooring and kitchen renos happening, its been difficult to think about anything else and my mojo just hasn't been easy to come by!

We leave for our family vacation tomorrow, it won't be very relaxing but so much fun to show Dave's boys London! Our favorite city to visit :) With all the worry about the kitchen lately, it was difficult to get excited about the trip....but my butterflies have finally arrived and I doubt I'll get any sleep tonight I'm so excited!

Steph

A Kitchy Friday Night!

2011-06-26T19:22:00.000-03:00

So I haven't had the best of luck with printers over the years, a combination of not knowing what to buy and having a limited budget...(My dream is for a wide format printer, alas....one of these days!)
The last printer I had was so terrible, I just brought it to the electronic recycling depot last year, spare cartridges and all....it worked fine as long as you didn't mind the "magenta look". Now getting back to the point of this post, I finally took the pluge and bought another printer last week. Nothing fancy or expensive, just a really great salesperson who "got" what I was looking for and pointed me in the right direction.

The first thing I set out to do was print our a few of my digital kits from Kitchy Digitals. I just love Danielle's retro style, so quirky and fun!

Here is the layout I made with "Granny's Attic" and the "Stacked Flowers" kits....the printer did an amazing job!

Everything you see here save for the title (Maya Road) and the background kraft paper was printed with my HP Eprint printer, even the photo! What freedom! I don't always have to wait to pick up my prints at the store now :)

Thanks for letting me share my excitement! Only a scrapper would understand the importance of a great printer on hand!

Happy Sunday

Steph

Scrappy Weekend at the LCOM Crop

2011-06-25T16:25:00.000-03:00

In the midst of our renovations, I scooted on up to Moncton to scrap and chat with Kristine, Zoe, and Marielle....Tanya's crops are always worth the trip!

Kristine, Tanya (and her hubs) and I stayed up late the night before to get the shop ready.....and we were so tired we slept in a bit, sacrificing some valuable scrappy time! Here is what I was able to work on, despite or late arrival....
Thanks for taking a peek!
Steph
xo

Welcome Chaos....

2011-06-25T15:56:00.000-03:00

Yes, I am still kickin' around....
We've been undergoing a few renovations in the house, particularly the basement where my computer/scrap/whimsy space is....so I've been relying on my iPhone for the last 3weeks for my Internet connection!

Here is the basement last week, see the new floors? Love! That piano was a BEAST to move around!

Our bedroom is also in the basement (I know, weird eh?) So here is is after we had the floors done in that section and moved ALL of Dave's office and my scrappy stuff into it...can you spy my scrappy table upended? What about the clip it up at the veeeeery back?

Here is my scrappy space after moving all of the big pieces in and emptying the boxes. Yikes! It still needs organizing and purging, however my computer is set up and I'm finally able to sit down comfortably and scrap! The new laminate floors are divine and totally worth 3 weeks of chaos, now to go pack up the kitchen for the demolition guys on Monday!

Thanks for visiting!

Steph

Scrappy Weekend with Kristine!

2011-05-31T20:02:00.001-03:00

Last weekend Kristine surprised me with a lovely visit filled with scrappy time, girl-talk and shopping! It was wonderful and I can't wait until our next scrappy weekend :)
Here are the layouts that I managed to finish while during our scrappy sessions, we even had a couple of "one hour Layout" challenges. These really help keep us focused and not spend so much time overthinking things.

Thanks for visiting and I welcome your comments!
Cheers,
Steph

LCOM Sketch # 84

2011-05-31T13:02:00.000-03:00

Here is my take on Let's Capture Our Memories Sketch # 84 by Charlotte! I used the latest Sassafras Collection: Smitten (Love it!) and a few Studio Calico butterflies. Ahhhh this photo was taken on our very last day in Jamaica...what a magical place, I can't wait until our next trip :)

...a few new scrappy layouts

2011-05-20T08:06:00.005-03:00

When I got my hands on this beautiful paper collection by Pink Paislee, I automatically dug out our Travel photos...They just scream Island Paradise Getaway to me! hehe This is Dave and I in Jamaica last month.....oh how I dream of returning! What a beautiful place :)

This layout is based on an LCOM sketch by Kristine Davidson...a little contest during the LCOM crop in Moncton last month...you can find the sketch HERE. All papers by LillyBee Designs

Hope you are having a wonderful day!!

Steph

Mixed Media Whimsy Bird!

2011-05-19T08:03:00.002-03:00

Here is my latest Mixed Media painting....this little Whimsy Bird is only 4x4! What a difference going from 16x20/ 11x14 to a canvas this small! So fun!

Thanks for checking in :)
Steph
xo

Happy Birthday to my Sweetie!!!

2011-05-18T20:16:00.009-03:00

Just a little love note to my Sweetie...
I wish I had the words to let you know just how much you mean to me,
saying "I love you" a bazillion times a day isn't enough :)

Wishing you the best Birthday, the best year EVER!
Love you Always
xox

All about the Cats!

2011-05-18T11:02:00.000-03:00

Here are a couple of layouts that I completed at the Moncton LCOM crop last month...Look at Seymour sleeping in my paper recycle bin! tee hee Its a bucket type container that I keep under my scrappy desk for all of my scraps, and one day he thought it looked quite comfy! So cute!

Sassafras Collection: Paper Crush and Whimsy pins

I think I may have scrapped this photo before, I just couldn't help using it with the new Crate Paper collection...This is me at around 4years old. I don't remember the photo being taken, but considering I grew up with dogs, not cats, I always thought this was a bit of foreshadowing of my life ahead... (I am currently owned by 7 beautiful cats!)

Thanks for visiting!

Steph

Mixed Media ~ Owl Canvas

2011-05-08T22:03:00.000-03:00

Some of you may have noticed from many of my Whimsy Designs, I have a thing for Owls.....I'm not sure why, I just think they are cute! So its not surprise that for my next mixed media canvas, instead of another She Art girl, I wanted to try something fun and whimsy-like!

Here is my second canvas, not quite as many layers as my first, but I think this is more "me"!

Happy Mothers day to all the Mom's out there, hope you are all being spoiled rotten!

Thanks for dropping by :)
Steph

She Was Happy to be Herself.....She Art Canvas!

2011-05-03T20:16:00.001-03:00

Here is my very first She Art Girl canvas! This is really my first attempt at any form of mixed media and I have to say I LOVED IT!!!! The layers of paint, ink, rubons and even modeling paste was just a joy to play with...I can't wait to attempt my next canvas!

The She Art Classes given by Christy Thomlinson are so fun, and VERY informative! I couldn't wait for the classes to finish, I think I began painting my girl in the middle of the second class LOL (patience is not one of my virtues) However I'd like to think that it is indicative of the quality of Christy's instructions! I didn't have any of the smaller 6x12 canvas' on hand, so this girl is a whopping 16x20!

I think I now have the Mixed Media bug (like I needed another hobby!) and although I have ordered a few things from Christy's shop (Punchinella, Pens and some 6x12 canvas') this is a wonderful way to use up my outdated scrappy supplies :)

Thanks for stopping by!
Steph
xo

LCOM Sketch #78 and a bit of Sassafras...

2011-04-28T00:08:00.000-03:00

Hi Folks!
Here is one of my latest layout for LCOM! I had so much fun with this layout, it was done in under 30min! The new Sassafras: Ellie's Tale papers just felt right for the photo of Dave and Evan :) And of course nothing is complete without a bit of Glimmer Mist Paint Splotches!

Heading to the LCOM Crop this weekend in Moncton, NB with Kristine!

There are still a few spots left if you are in the area! Should be lots of fun :)

Cheers,

Steph

Jamaica 2011 Photos!!

2011-04-17T23:13:00.000-03:00

Here are a few highlights of the trip! What an amazing vacation week! Dave and I had never been South before, so the entire trip was a first! It was beautiful, relaxing and exactly what we needed to restore ourselves from our hectic day to day lives :)

Sandals Whitehouse is a beautiful resort, with phenomenal staff, service and food! If you ever have the opportunity to visit, I highly recommend it! Its about 1.5 hours from the Montego Bay Airport, but well worth it. Its secluded, with what I think is an older crowd (still fun, just not Spring Break-ish), and a couple of miles of the most beautiful beaches!

Headbands and sunglasses....a girls lifesaver in the humid climate!

My hair was out of control and forget about makeup LOL

This is the view of the resort from our hotel room

There are 5 Peacocks on the property, and the males are the loudest!

Dave has photos of his plumage, I will post them tomorrow, so beautiful!

Lounging on the beach was by far our favorite thing to do....we loved the beach in the French Village the most, as the water didn't have a spec of seaweed and we had these beautiful Angel Fish circle us in the waters.

On the Glass Bottomed Boat ride, the diver went out and gathered all kinds of fun things to show us!

Look at the size of this star fish!

Here's a Sea Cucumber, such a strange creature!

We also toured the Black River, home to about 500-600 Crocodiles...

Mangrove Trees on the Black River

Can you Spot the Croc?

These are the YS Falls, so lovely! It was a bit rocky for my feet to swim in, but they were beautiful!

(note to self, bring water shoes next trip!)

Some cool trees on the way to YS Falls

Here's a view of the Resort

View from the room Balcony

That's it for now! I'm sure I'll have more photos later this week :)
Cheers,
Steph

LCOM Blog Hop Winner!

2011-04-05T19:21:00.000-03:00

Congrats to Susan Coish!!!

You win a Whimsy Sampler pack! Please pm me your addy and I will be sure

to pop it in the mail for you this week :)

Cheers,

Steph

LCOM Blog Hop!

2011-03-25T07:00:00.001-03:00

Thank you for joining us as we try and Capture Spring Break!!

Please join the new sketch team as we take a journey to a popular Spring Break location. Pack up your scrapbook goodies and hop along each blog. Be sure to keep your eye open for a letter posted on the blogs and be sure to post comments as you go. Once you are done, please comment here and unscramble the letters to find out our destination. Now... some of the members couldn’t make the trip and didn’t post a letter. Let us know who couldn’t join us for an extra chance to win! Email your answers to thynner5@yahoo.ca and put LCOM Blog Hop in the subject line for a chance to win some great prizes.

Grab a drink and let’s get this party started!

Carolyn

Here is my take on the LCOM Blog hop Sketch!!! What fun! The three photo layout was the perfect design for my three girl kitties :) I used the Echo Park collection Life is Good for this layout, and Pink Paislee Alphas!

Leave a comment here for a chance to win a My Little Bit of Whimsy Sampler Pack

My letter is A

Thanks for joining me! Please head on over to Susie's Blog!

Hope you had fun!
Cheers,
Steph

Join us for the LCOM Blog hop this weekend!!!

2011-03-22T21:30:00.000-03:00

I'm just getting my sketch done now! Mark your calendars, should be a super fun Blog hop
Check back on Saturday, there may be a Whimsy Prize or two up for grabs :)
Cheers,
Steph

My first 8½x11 Layout!

2011-03-18T09:21:00.000-03:00

Here is my first foray into 8½x11 Scrappin'! It was a bit strange at first, but I have to admit, I really enjoyed working with a smaller surface area... I thought it would be difficult to establish a bit of negative space, but I think I did ok!

Lots of Whimsy buttons on this one, those brick textured buttons are my fav...I need to make more in a rainbow of colors!
Thanks for stopping by!
Steph

ps My Kiln arrived late yesterday afternoon...wahoo!

Sneaky Peaky!!!

2011-03-17T10:38:00.000-03:00

Just a little sneak of what I've been up to lately!!! Most of my equipment has arrived....all except for my kiln (which is the most important part!).

I'm just thrilled to be getting back into the jewelry making scene! Something new and challenging...but no worries, my Whimsy shop and Scrapping aren't going anywhere, I'll just have a new medium to work with!

Hope you are all having a wonderful week!
Steph
xo

Studio Calico: Nappa Valley Kit

2011-03-04T14:05:00.000-04:00

Here are a few layouts I created using one of my first kits from Studio Calico: Nappa Valley. This kit was choc full of goodies as you can see, and I think with one additional "Add On" I was able to get 8 or 9 layouts from it!

Thanks for stopping by!

Steph

My First Layout with the LCOM layout DT!

2011-02-19T23:51:00.000-04:00

Here is my layout based on this week's LCOM sketch!

Check out the blog for more DT inspiration and try your hand at the fun sketch!

Sketch #70

Papers by Pink Paislee, embellies by Sassafras....and that little bit of journaling done by my new to me Vintage Typewriter!!! It is beautiful, sky blue Olympia circa 1950's, cursive and in mint condition...I love it! I'm now on the hunt for a mint condition PINK one to match!

Dave thinks I've lost my mind, but I can't wait for the spring to get the typewriter outside

for some fun artsy shots LOL

Tell me, what are your favorite inanimate objects you enjoy taking photos of just so you can scrap them?

I can't be the only collector who does this?

Cheers,

Steph

A few forgotten pages...

2011-02-13T20:01:00.000-04:00

Here are a few pages from the last month or so that I haven't posted yet...I find it so difficult to find the time to photograph them outside during these short winter days! My lightbox just doesn't cut it anymore for larger projects, if anyone has any hints or tips regarding their winter scrappy photo techniques, I would be grateful.

Here a layout that seems appropriate for Valentine's day tomorrow....I used the Lovey Dovey collection by Bella Blvd, isn't it adorable?!? So cute!

And of course, some Sassafras.....This was for a guest DT post I did for

Colorful Creations, what a great site! Everyone was so welcoming and friendly.

Here is another leftover layout from the LCOM crop in January....I used the Studio Calico kit: Nappa Valley. Those Sassafras month playing cards were perfect for one of the crop challenges that day!

More Sassafras goodness here...This layout was for Creative Scrappers Sketch # 137

And finally, one of my parents at the prom...aren't they adorable?

This was for Creative Scrappers Sketch #141 My last layout for CS.... *sigh*

I'm going to miss working with the wonderful bunch of Creative Scrappers!

Thank you Kristine for always believing in me and having me on the team!

Thanks for visiting! Hope you all have a wonderful Valentine's day tomorrow!

Steph

Oh What A Night!

2011-01-25T22:14:00.000-04:00

Earlier this month Dave and I went on a roadtrip to Saint John, NB for a weekend getaway and all Saturday crop for me and the LCOM girls. (Yes, my Sweetie is the best Fiancé in the entire universe)

The crop was a great success, Tanya really went all out with the shop set up, food, treats and prizes....fun was had by all! I'm already looking forward to the next one in March :)

This crop, I tried something a bit different and brought a smaller bag, with only 3 Studio Calico kits and some extra Sassafras goodies. I was trying to pack light...I even forgot my scissors and pens (yes Chantal, your pens are safe here at my desk in NS hehe)

8 Layouts later, I think that alone qualifies for a great day!

Here are a few of my layouts:

As you can tell by this last photo, I was beginning to get a few shadows outside so I called it a day. Hopefully I will be able to get photos of the other layouts soon! In the meantime, here is my latest for Creative Scrappers Sketch 139

So have you noticed anything different??? Kristine updated my blog again! I was thinking of having it redesigned, something new and different, but I just couldn't part with the fantastic header she had designed for me last year....so I left it to her to have fun and my oh my, she does not disapoint! I just love the new look! Big hugs K!

Dig out your paper and glue and get messy..its good for the soul :)
Steph

A few New Year layouts and a Mini!

2011-01-09T11:17:00.001-04:00

Here are a few things I've been working on this New Year....Our weekends have been mostly snowy ones, so I've been taking my camera and layouts to work with me in hopes that I can get photos of them during my lunch break! The days are so short now, its pitch black by 5pm when I get home from work ;)

I was really in a "Sassafras Mood" last week! I think every project was made with nothing by my Sass stash! Tee hee some of you have asked me about my stash...one of these days I will take photos of it LOL I can't explain my obsession, it just makes me so very happy :)

Here is the mini I made using an entire sheet of Sassafras Journal Stickers! I must have about 50 of these sheets, I think this is a great way to put them to cute use :)

Cheers!!

Steph

2011 Art Journal

2011-01-03T23:44:00.000-04:00

Happy New Year Folks!
Time to kick off 2011 with a super fun Sassafras project I worked on over the holidays....My very first "pop up" and certainly won't be my last, this was so much fun to make! I purchased the class from Leila Bentahar HERE Check out her shop, she is such an inspiration, I can't wait to take more of her classes, so fun!

Since I'm such a Sass Junkie, I had lots of Me Likey kickin' around, so I was very liberal with my embellishments and paper usage. Loving this type of book, made with a combo of paper and box board...and that side envelope, just knocks my socks off! Its been some time since anyone has really done something that makes me sit back and go "ahhhhhhhh, that's such a cool way of doing things!" Leila's project class does not disappoint! (I have no affiliation with Leila aside from the fact that I want to be just like her when I grow up.... I just really loved making this book)

Her class was to make a "new born" book, but since I didn't have anyone in mind to give something like this to I thought it would make a super cool art journal. A place to jot down any notes or projects that I'm thinking of working on :)

Thanks for stopping by!
hugs
Steph

Its a Bird! Its a Plane! No, its a Princess!

2010-12-20T17:07:00.000-04:00

I was just looking at the last post on the blog and near fell over when I saw the date! Oh my word, I don't think I've ever gone this long without any posts at all...and even worse, that shows you how long its been since I SCRAPPED! No wonder I'm stressed! LOL

Without boring you with the details of my day to day life, lets just say these past few weeks have been very challenging for me on the work front. To the point that I would be so mentally exhausted from the day, that it would take 2 hours in front of the tv just to get myself out of the "work" zone....Suffice to say, this means there hasn't been much time for the fun stuff in life like scrapbooking and making my Whimsies :)

Its getting better though, and I did get some scrappy time this weekend to finish my layout for Creative Scrappers' reveal!

Here is one of my favorite sets of photos of us when we were kids; this was for a costume contest one summer in Victoria Park (Moncton, NB). I just love the 80's style princess costumes and my cousins in their superheroes outfits...hilarious. I'm going to post this photo on Facebook right now and tag them hehehe (<-evil laugh)

Wishing you and yours a wonderful Christmas and Happy New year!
Cheers,
Steph
xo

Paper Poppy Layouts and Mini Album!

2010-11-27T17:20:00.000-04:00

This kit from the Paper Poppy was so wonderful! I was able to finish three layouts and a mini album and STILL had some leftovers for cards! (haven't had the time to make said cards, but the kit package is still on my scrappy desk!)

Thanks for stopping by!
Steph
xo

Guest DT This week at the Paper Poppy Kit Club!

2010-11-23T12:45:00.000-04:00

When Aphra emailed me a few weeks ago asking if I would guest DT for her fab kit club, I YELLED (via email) YES! YES! YES! and then did a little dance :)

Her kits are super fab and this November's kit was no exception! Love every bit of it! Combination of Bella Blvd and Jillibean Soup papers, Basic Grey felties and lots of other yummies! I made three layouts and a mini album, with lots left over to make cards this weekend if I have time :)

Check out my blog posts HERE

Cheers!
Steph
xo

Creative Scrappers Sketch 131

2010-11-22T05:55:00.002-04:00

Again, another super fun sketch from the best sketch blog out there....Creative Scrappers!!!

Here's my take on sketch #131

Sasssafras Monstrosity collection of course....

C'mon over and be inspired!

Cheers,

Steph

More LCOM Layouts!

2010-11-21T14:50:00.002-04:00

Kristine and I were on fire!!! I think she got 5 or 6 done herself...

we normally struggle to get two done at an all day crop LOL Hope you like :)

Steph

Sassafras Hello Mini Album

2010-11-21T05:00:00.003-04:00

Here's an Album I've been working on for a few weeks now...finally got it finished and photos taken! I just love this Sassafras collection...Amplify, one of my all time favs :)

I have no idea what photos I'll add to the album yet...but isn't that always the way? I love making the albums...just never seem to get around to adding the photos LOL

Hope you are having a great day!

Steph

LCOM Crop Layouts!

2010-11-20T10:42:00.000-04:00

Hi Folks!

The sun decided to come out today (yay!) so I was finally able to take some photos of the layouts I worked on during the fabulous LCOM crop in Saint John last weekend. Kristine and I scrapped from 10am until 2am! Can you believe it?!? So much fun and I got lots done! The space is super comfortable...great table, great lighting and unlike many scrappy venues....the room temperature was great (very important when you are scrapping for so long!) I'm already looking forward to the next one in January :)

Here are a few of my layouts from the day!

(I should have more Whimsy Duckies in the shop soon!)

Thanks for stopping by! Hope everyone is having a great weekend :)

Steph

Our Freak Lunchbox Date

2010-11-10T08:00:00.000-04:00

Whenever we are downtown Halifax, Dave and I love to visit the Freak Lunchbox....its the BEST candy store ever! It has all the candy we had growing up....and some funny novelties!

Steph
xo

I'm hoping to see this little fella soon....

2010-11-09T07:00:00.001-04:00

Hopefully if all goes according to plan, I'll be visiting my Sister and her cute family on Sunday! Can't wait to see this little fella soon....

Look how cute they are....

Steph
xo

Creative Scrappers Sketch 129

2010-11-08T17:00:00.001-04:00

Here is my latest layout for Creative Scrappers! I love Rohan and his Dino Roar! He is always running around "roaring" at us...and he was a dinoseaur for Hallaoween last week, so I'll be scrapping those soon I imagine :)

And here is the awesome sketch! Give it a try, I loved working with it...inspired me to keep things "clean" for a change! LOL

Thanks for stopping by!
Steph
xo

.....This is what I've been up to!

2010-11-07T22:05:00.000-04:00

OK, so I haven't scrapped in what seems like AGES! Yikes! The Whimsy shop has been busy, but also...I have discovered a new craft that I LOVE! Lampwork Glass Beadmaking!

My classes are every Wednesday night...and here are the Beads that I made during my Beginner Class

(I haven't cleaned the bead release from the holes yet)

Here is my super sweet instructor Janelle at the torch

Doesn't that look like fun? If you are in the Halifax area, new classes begin in February at the NSCCD and I plan on signing up again just for the torch time hehe

OK, I'm off to Scrapbook! (Finally)
hugs
Steph

Donna Downey will be in Saint John!

2010-11-01T12:16:00.000-03:00

Wahooooooo!!! So excited when I heard the news :) Kristine and I have been trying to get to one of her classes for ages... I've already booked the time off with work LOL

Creative Scrappers and Let's Capture Our Memories
have joined together and invited the World Famous Scrapbooker
Donna Downey
to Quispamsis New Brunswick!

Donna will be in the area May 27-28 2011 teaching and inspiring us!
Friday Evening Class / and Saturday from 9-9
Classes will be posted in February 2011

Come learn how to use paints , play with stamps & inks,
colorful iron ons , use watercolors, plus much more to get you " creating!"

Classes will be posted in February but you can reserve your seat today!
Don't delay because SPACE IS LIMITED!

to learn more about Donna visit her blog at
http://www.donnadowney.typepad.com

To register CLICK Here for your options and See you then

I've said it before....

2010-10-26T16:10:00.000-03:00

and I'll say it again, this lady ROCKS! Jen Gray's video really hit home, as most of her posts do...

She's one of those people that can say SO MUCH, be true to herself and honest with others....and at the same time be so kind and have everyone's best interest at heart. Love her.

Creative Scrappers Sketch 127

2010-10-25T09:44:00.000-03:00

Hi folks,

Here's my take on the latest Creative Scrappers Sketch! Loved this one...who am I kidding, I say that every time hehe

Used some of my stash of "My Little Shoe Box" papers, some Sass flowers and MLBOW ladybug pin.

Thanks for stopping by!
Steph
xo

Sunday Night...Oh what a weekend!

2010-10-17T22:00:00.000-03:00

Wow! I can't believe its Sunday already! A bit of a whirlwind of a weekend! We had Dave's 25th Year Anniversary with the company Friday night, what a blast! Computer ordering (for me!) and art supply shopping downtown on Saturday afternoon after we checked out of the hotel (yup, they go all out for this milestone).

And this afternoon Dave and I went to see the musical Spamalot, it was wonderful! After the play we went for a nice Sunday drive to Saint Margarets Bay for some Cricut supplies...it just happens to be one of the most beautiful places around here, the fact that I can shop for scrappy supplies is a bonus tee hee

Here are a few things I've been working on all week, I just haven't had time to upload them :)
hugs
Steph

A few things I've been working on...

2010-10-11T22:20:00.000-03:00

Hi Folks!
Just a few things I've been working on this past week or so, I just haven't had the opportunity to update my blog :)

Happy Canadian Thanksgiving! Dave and I had a lovely dinner this afternoon, festivities remain low-key as I'm on call this week and have to be available on a moment's notice to work 24/7. Yes, I'm already wishing my week to be over and it hasn't even begun! LOL

Here's something I worked on today, love love love this paper collection by Sassafras, Mix and Mend designed by one of my favorite scrappers Michelle Clement! Tanya (from LCOM) ordered the entire release in triplicate for me...and held it hostage for a few days I might add, taunting me with photos...see below! She is hilarious!

The running joke is that until shipment to me, Tanya takes very good care of my Sass...LOL

Here's my latest Creative Scrappers layout, Sketch 125! Wow, can't believe its been 125 sketches already! What a milestone, congrats to Kristine for making is so fabulous!

Thanks for stopping by! Hopefully it won't be too crazy this week and I'll have more time to blog and scrap :)

Hope you are all well
Stephanie
xo

Rohan's Birthday Song!

2010-10-05T20:45:00.002-03:00

How cute is this??? My little nephew Rohan loves Birthdays as much as I do...here he is singing me a message (he's almost three), melt my heart...I love him so much!

I hope this works! I uploaded it as a Video, although its just a voicemail...

Edited to add: Here's a direct link to the VM, the one I uploaded via Blogger cut off at the end

The night before my Birthday!

2010-10-04T22:06:00.000-03:00

For those of you who know me....I love birthdays! Especially my own! LOL I make sure everyone knows its my bday, every year....hehe Not for gifts or anything like that, but I grew up in a household where Birthdays were very special.

My mother always considered it a celebration of life, of your place in this beautiful world of ours, and it was never something to be ashamed or embarrassed about! I guess that thinking has really stuck with us, even as I turn 36, I know my Mom will call me at work tomorrow morning to "sing" me happy birthday (since she's almost 3 hours away). She doesn't just sing the first few lines either.....she sings the ENTIRE song! So cute!

We have a busy week ahead of us, so Dave took me out to celebrate tonight...went to the Hamachi Steakhouse downtown Halifax and it was amazing! The entertainment itself was super fun, but the food...oh the food was so delicious. I think I'll remember that fried rice 6 months from now, it was THAT awesome! I can't wait till we go again :)

Here's a layout I worked on this past weekend, to reflect upon my 35th year....almost everything in this layout is Sassafras of course!
Thanks for stopping by!
Steph xo

Creative Scrappers Design Team!

2010-09-23T11:47:00.000-03:00

6 team members returning ...

Stephanie Hart

Aphra Bolyer

Renata Moni

Jill Sarginson

Helena Johansson

Trish Harwick

16 new members ...

Nicole Pomeroy

Ann Katrin Toresen

Sandi Smith

Mahlin Wiggur

Berdien Weideveld

Camilla Ekman

Zoe Nemburt

Geneviève Allen

Christy Saeger

Kim Jeffress

Katarina Damm Blomberg

Tomoko Takahashi

Illy Gianquinto

Shannon Morgan

Frances Sylvia

Maiko Kosugi

Nicole Martel

Renata Watanabe

YAY!!!! I'm so THRILLED to be on this team for another term!

Thanks Kristine for this wonderful opportunity!

Cat Nappin'~ Fleur Style

2010-09-22T23:00:00.003-03:00

Isn't he the cutest? His name is Fleur (French for flower, not my doing! there is a story there...) 18 pound Maine Coon cuddle bug.

Just a layout I did for fun the other night :) Every single thing except the alphas and Whimsies are from Sassafras. Have I mentioned lately that I love my Sass?!? hee hee It just makes me happy!

oh, and hello? Loving baker's twine these days...I ordered a sampler pack from the Twinery, so many yummy colors!

hugs

Steph

Creative Scrappers Reveal #122

2010-09-19T12:02:00.003-03:00

Here is my take on Creative Scrappers Sketch #122! So much fun! I just love this photo of Kristine and I, we were having so much fun scrappin' that night! Do you see my tribute to Larissa? Couldn't help myself, used those Maya Road Envies with the attachment on the page rather than the envelope! Love her style!

I've had a couple of questions regarding the sewing on my alphas lately...and I love the look, but I do it mainly because I think I've had a bad batch of these Fabbie Thickers, they just aren't sticking to the page very well :) I could put them through my Xyron, but stitching them is much less work tee hee

I bought these super cute lips and moustache on a stick a few weeks ago....Dave and the boys just rolled their eyes when I showed them our latest photo "props"...so I have a feeling we'll only be seeing photos of me and Rohan having fun with them LOL I just love them, I think I want to buy the vampire one next! Check them out HERE

Happy Weekend!

Steph

Creative Scrappers Reveal 120

2010-09-05T10:58:00.005-03:00

Hi Folks,
Just a quick post today, I'm in the middle of working on a few Inspirational journals (a la Donna Downey style) and I don't want to lose focus! hehehe I bought the video on how to make them HERE I think they will make great Christmas gifts for my artsy friends :)

Today was reveal day at my favorite sketch Blog: Creative Scrappers! Sketch 120, here is my take on it!

I used my new textured Whimsies for the first time, love them if I do say so myself tee hee

Lots of Sassafras (Indie Girl), Cosmo Cricket woodgrain cardstock, Magenta Cork borders and envie by Maya Road.

Thanks for visiting!

Cheers,

Steph

Whimsy DT Call!

2010-09-03T20:24:00.000-03:00

My Little Bit of Whimsy is looking for 2 Designers
This is a term position from Dec 1st, 2010 until March 1st 2011

- Deadline for submission is November 1st 2010.
- Selected Designers will be announced on the Whimsy Blog, on or before November 15, 2010.
- email us 3 samples of your work showcasing your love of Embellishments, a short description of yourself and links to any online galleries or blogs (if you have them) Stephanie@MyLittleBitofWhimsy.com

If you're chosen as a Designer -- You'll be contacted via email- You will be sent a selection of buttons or embellishments once a month to play with- You will be required to create two layouts/altered item every month, incorporating MLBOW products- Your designs will also be featured in our Gallery!

Creative Scrappers Reveal!

2010-08-22T08:00:00.000-03:00

Hi Folks!
Well, today is our last vacation day....We had such a nice two weeks! The weather was beautiful, our trip to Bangor, Maine successful (much shopping done!) and then relaxed around the house for the second week! I managed to get a nice bit of Whimsy making done, Dave did work around the house....it was nice, not having to "go" anywhere.

We had been tossing around the idea of taking another trip after our trip to Bangor with the boys, but decided not to go anywhere and it was the best decision! Dave and I have been travelling for 4 years Saint John-Halifax (4hr drive) every weekend....and now that I'm finally here in Halifax for good, it was nice to "stay put" for once!

Here are my latest works for Creative Scrappers, Sketches 116 & 118! I just love Kristine's blog...the sketches she chooses and creates herself are always super fun to work with :)

Can you spot my Whimsy frog prototype? hehe He was my first froggy attempt, and decided not to have him in the shop as he would be difficult to ship without breaking his cute little legs LOL

Well that's it for now! Thanks for visiting

Steph

Deadline-Free Scrappin! Ahhhh.....

2010-08-06T19:11:00.003-03:00

Hi Folks,
Just a few layouts I worked on this week, for no other reason than the joy of playing with my scissors and beautiful paper :)

Vacation mode begins today, so the blog may be a bit quiet over the next few weeks :)
Hope you are enjoying your summer!
Steph
xo

Creative Scrappers Design Team Call!

2010-08-04T13:26:00.001-03:00

* Design Team Call *
It’s time for another Designer Call at Creative Scrappers
If you enjoy working with sketches and being an inspiration to others then I want your application!

Submissions will be taken until September 10th 2010
New Designers will be posted September 15th 2010

Please include in your application:
Name, address, email address,
link to your blog and online gallery

Please Send us:
3 of your recent layouts to showcase your scrapbook style

The Design Team will be required to:
-Complete atleast 2-3 layouts per month with sketches provided from our Sketch Designers.
-Exclusive to Creative Scrappers
(You are asked to design for our Sketch Blog Only, no other sketch blog is permitted)
-You will be required to post our Design Team Blinkie in signatures where permitted and also on your blog!

-This is a Term position from October 1st until January 31st 2011 (4 months)
- Call also Open to Past and Present Design Team Members
- 16 designers will be selected

Please Mail your entries to
Kristine@Creative-Scrappers.com

A Whimsy Challenge!

2010-07-29T22:02:00.002-03:00

Hi folks!
here are a few things I've been working on lately, there are others but they are all DT stuff that I can't post yet. Not much new going on, just drooling over all of the CHA coverage and wishing I was there....*sigh* Maybe one of these years!

Here is my take on the first Whimsy sketch challenge put together by the lovely Frances Sylvia!

I'm just loving October Afternoon these days! This is from their Thrift Shop line :)

and this was a "just for fun" layout using some of my new Crafter's Workshop templates, a little Crate, a little Sass and a bit of Whimsy ;)

My apologies for the crappy photos, but my new light box and I are not seeing eye to eye and it hasn't been great weather the last few days to take photos outside! Yikes!

It was my turn to be introduced over at Kiki-Art...check out the mini interview here

Thanks for stopping by,

Steph

......

2010-07-25T22:26:00.003-03:00

Not much to say tonight, got a bit of scrappin' done over the weekend, no Whimsy stuff though as I had planned....maybe this week :)

Come to think about it, I don't think I've left the house since I got in on Friday after work! haha No wonder I don't have much to chat about ;)

Here's my latest Creative Scrappers sketch layout, sketch #114 so much fun working with Studio Calico (Love their products!!!)

Thanks for stopping by!

Steph

ps If you haven't seen it already, please check out the awesome sketch challenge Frances put together for MLBOW! Participate and you will try your chance at a fun Whimsy sampler pack ;)

Scrap Yourself DT and a Winner!

2010-07-23T09:05:00.003-03:00

Hi Folks,

Thank goodness the weekend is almost here! I can't tell you how much I'm looking forward to sleeping in a bit tomorrow! This week has been a bit busy as we have the boys for the entire week....Dave's been off with them, and alas, I've been working! I'm hoping to have an entire day of scrapyness after the snoozefest....Melody Ross' Chip Art Tools have been winking at me lately...I'm really looking forward to giving them a try! My goodness, I bought almost the entire set of everything a few months ago and haven't even unpacked my mallet! LOL

Here is my last layout for the Scrap Yourself DT... get ready for a whole new team next week! The Blog posting format will be different this time around, and I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to some DAILY SY Inspiration! If you haven't already, be sure to add the site to your blog readers :)

And now for the Winner of my contest last weekend! AMANDA WINCHESTER!!! Congrats Amanda, I'll have the your Whimsy Sampler pack out to you asap :)

Thanks to all who left a comment, the Sassafras collections were indeed Monstrocity, Me Likey and Hog Heaven....Speaking of Monstrocity...have you seen today's Crafty Steal? hehehe

Wishing you all a fab weekend!

Steph

Kiki-Art Sneak Peek: Party Animal!!!

2010-07-20T23:25:00.004-03:00

Here is the cutest little sneak peek ever!!! Don't you just love the froggy??

Since each DT Member is posting different sneaks, hop on over to their blogs and enjoy the cuteness :)

Virginia
Ann-Katrin
Carole
Einat
Ellen
Katrina
Keeley
Lynda
Meghan
Ria
Sarah
Sophia
Vivi

Sassafras Jewelry......Seriously.

2010-07-17T00:49:00.004-03:00

Yup. That's how much I love their stuff....check out what I made the other night! I can't wait to wear them hehe The Monsters may make it to a keychain I think....

Can you name the three Sassafras collections? Post your guesses below for your chance to win some Whimsy Buttons! I'll pick a winner Sunday night upon my return from Cap-Pele :)

Cheers,

Steph

Creative Scrappers Reveal & Family Vacation planning

2010-07-16T21:06:00.003-03:00

ok, I think its official...I am a scrappy gadget-girl! I just picked the Gypsy last night....and WOW! Love it! Haven't actually CUT anything yet, but it was so much fun playing with the different shapes, updating my Cricut and then loading my cartridges on it! I can't wait to start scrapping hehe

This last week or so has been spent on either the Whimsy shop, or DT stuff that I can't post yet, that's why I've been so quiet lately :)

We are getting ready for our vacation in August...its the end of July and we STILL aren't sure of where we are going, what we are doing! LOL When we have the boys for an entire week away, its often much easier on my sanity to just wing it. As long as we have an AC adapter in the car to charge every one's gadgets, we can go anywhere hehehe

Here is a layout I worked on ages ago, and was revealed over at Creative Scrappers: Sketch 112

Hope you are all having a lovely summer!

Happy weekend

Steph

Kiki Art and Scrap Yourself layouts!

2010-07-09T23:12:00.004-03:00

Better late than never right! Here are my layouts for this weeks Tuesday blog posting at Kiki-Art and Wednesdays Scrap Yourself challenge!

Thanks for stopping by :)

Steph

Scrap Yourself DT Call!

2010-07-07T00:49:00.002-03:00

Kristine has posted that she's looking for 6 designers, check it out...I'm loving this challenge blog! So much fun to scrapbook about yourself every now and again :)

www.scrap-yourself.blogspot.com

Steph
xo

Create Well, Create Often GDT TOOT!

2010-07-06T16:37:00.004-03:00

How cool is this?!?
I was so thrilled when I received Jen's email to be featured as a guest designer! Yay!

Create Well, Create Often Blog

Thanks Jen, I'm over the moon :)

Steph
xo

Creative Scrapper #110

2010-06-28T13:22:00.003-03:00

Here is my latest at Creative Scrappers! This is by far my most FAVORITE Sassafras line....Happy Place....an oldie but a goodie! I never tire of their stuff...ever LOL I keep thinking they must have some secret ingredient in the paper that makes me go bonkers for it hee hee

This weeks CS sketch was awesome! (check out their sketch download doc and have fun creating!) Isn't my Sweetie handsome? *swoon* he makes my heart flutter!

Thanks for visiting

Scrap Yourself Reveal! My House

2010-06-23T09:09:00.002-03:00

This week's challenge was at Scrap Yourself was "How does your home reflect you?" Well, I just HAD to scrap some photos of my townhouse in Saint John...The crazy colors just made me happy as soon as I walked in the door! Loved it!

I bought the house and decorated when I was single, and so it truly was a reflection of myself at the time (2005) These are all of my favorite colors...Not only did I have them on the walls of my house, but in my wardrobe and jewellery! I've always loved to surround myself with color :)

Before I could sell the house last fall, I had to paint everything beige....It was so bizarre living in a beige world LOL Moving into my new house here in Halifax...Dave was very accommodating of my colorful tastes (ie lime green kitchen, purple bedroom, hot pink bathroom and turquoise basement...he truly loves me! hehe)

Thanks for stopping by!

Check out the SY blog for other DT member's take on the challenge

Cheers,

Steph

My turn over at the Kiki-Art Blog!

2010-06-22T09:09:00.002-03:00

Check out the blog post here

xo
Steph

Cap-Pele Weekend

2010-06-21T10:31:00.008-03:00

***Warning, photoheavy post!***

A few of you have wondered about Cap-Pelé, so I thought I'd post a little weekend snippit :)

My parents retired here a few years back, a lovely place that is so peaceful and relaxing. Located on the coast of New Brunswick (Northumberland Straight) we can see the province of PEI from our beach. (here is a map for non-locals)

Dave, Evan and I arrived in Cap-Pelé early Saturday evening...but that didn't stop us from getting some beach time in!

(my point and shoot camera really doesn't do this sunset justice)

Rohan is definately a beach boy...I anticipate that my sister will be all the time as Rohan constantly wants to "Go to Beeeeeech"!

Here is there lovely place... such a beautiful spot! The weather on Sunday was just fantastic...it was 30C and didn't start raining until we were packing the car up to leave :)

Friel Beach, private beach just up from the popular Sandy Beach

Here's my mom with our cutie-pie...if we don't carry him, he'll run right back to the beach!

Its been a long day, Rohan follows Evan around the entire time we visit....so he deserves a little nap on the way home (2½ hour drive)

My reading material for the car trip....and look what I found! I was so pleased, one of my bird pins was in a layout for the French Mag "Histoire de Pages" VERY cool!!!!

If you've made it this far, thanks for visiting!

Cheers,

Steph

Just Because....

2010-06-19T07:07:00.000-03:00

A few layouts I worked on today :)

Dave, Evan and I are heading to New Brunswick to wish my Dad a special father's day :)

Here's hoping for beautiful weather, a great bonfire with lots of Marshmallows and some good times spent with family.

Hug your Dad's this weekend

Steph

2010-06-18T09:22:00.000-03:00

Always Remember the Joy: This was the second layout for Céline's class...I'm not a big circle fan so this was really difficult for me, but I like the look! Check out my "fake" stitching! hehe
I've always loved this photo of my sister Sally and I....the look on my face, I can tell I was probably having a really good belly laugh LOL

And here is a fun layout of Dave and I...just because :) Its nice to scrapbook without a deadline, product or sketch in mind...just wingin' it and I love it!

What's with all the yellow these days? I'm not sure, but I think its one of my new fav colors (I always hated it before, and now I can't get enough LOL Go figure ;) Dave always teases me about the "Yeah, I like green peppers I just don't *feel* like having them right now", its about how I feel at the moment tee hee

Happy Friday!
Cheers,
Steph
xo

My Cat Bronte

2010-06-17T12:17:00.004-03:00

Here are some layouts I did in January, I don't think I ever posted them online! I think these were the beginning of my Glimmer Mist obsession LOL

I love that photo of me and my girl Bronte...she is such a treasure. She's been my constant companion for over 13years, never far from my side. Many of my cats know their names when we call them...but not her! She's always within arms reach so I've never really HAD to get her attention LOL

She's quite taken with Dave's youngest son Evan (10yrs old)...its so cute to see him try and play video games with her sprawled on his lap hehehe

Its almost Friday! Yay!

Steph

Tutti Fruitti!

2010-06-16T17:59:00.004-03:00

Just a quick post to share one of my latest scrappy layouts :)

Here's my nephew last fall eating grapes at our cousin's vineyard! tee hee He's just like his mom!

hugs

Steph

Week One of Celine Nevarro's online Class!

2010-06-14T09:30:00.002-03:00

Here's my take on this weeks class with Céline Nevarro! She is such a sweetie, and I'm loving the class so far :)

Here's my cutie Fleur (aka Mr. Flowers) who just received a clean bill of health this month. At a wopping 1o years old and 18 pounds...that was great news!

Thanks for the visit!

Steph

Creative Scrappers Sketch #108

2010-06-13T19:23:00.003-03:00

I'm so thrilled to be a part of the Creative Scrappers Design Team for another term! Love Kristine and love love love her sketches! They are always so inspiring :)

Here is my take on Sketch 108, c'mon over to the CS Blog and check out what the other super fab designers did with this sketch! Absolutely jaw dropping!

I've been going through my stash lately, trying to use up some of the papers and embellies I've been hoarding for the last year (sometimes more!) Yikes! I'm sure there are others out there like me who must have 2 of each fav things LOL My Sassafras stash is getting OUT of CONTROL! October Afternoon isn't far behind hehehe So with this layout, I used OA Night light collection, those monsters are too cute! (and of course, a MLBOW heart pin!)

Thanks for stopping by!

hugs

Oh! The Places You'll Go! Scrap Yourself Reveal

2010-06-11T15:09:00.004-03:00

Here is my take on this week's Scrap Yourself Challenge (chosen by MOI!)

Paris was a fascinating place to visit, but we were only there for one day....we went by everything so fast it was difficult to take everything in! Imagine, only 45min spent in the Louvre?!? Seriously, "zipping" by the Mona Lisa and Venus De Milo was heartbreaking....both Dave and I wanted to stay longer!

This trip really showed us that it is much better to travel with our own agenda, and not someone else's. Guided tours are great if your time is limited and you want to take in lots of sights....but be warned, some things just aren't meant to be rushed.

Steph
xo

My first Kiki-Art Blog post!

2010-06-09T00:10:00.003-03:00

It was my turn to post over at the Kiki-Art Blog! Here is my layout using the Jardin paper collection and the super fun glittered chipboard hearts (love these!)

Here is my oldest cat Seymour....13 years old and you'd never know it the way he leaps all over the house! He's such a sweet boy, so even tempered and lovable....he doesn't discriminate: everyone who visits gets head butts from him! (this is his way of asking for cuddles hehe)

Cheers,

Steph

ps he has no idea he's about to be invaded tomorrow night: my 2½ year old nephew is visiting! LOL

Scrap Yourself Sneek!

2010-06-08T13:22:00.003-03:00

Don't forget to visit our super cool challenge blog for tomorrow's DT reveal!!!
xo

2010-06-07T01:48:00.002-03:00

Just a few layouts I've been working on lately... Trying to use up some of my older stash of Cosmo Cricket's "Girl Friday" its one of my fav CS lines EVER! They were perfect for my "Whimsy" layout, those color combos just make me smile :) I would love to get some of the fabbie they made of this line, anyone know any Canadian stores I can purchase them from? Imagine a quilt in this fabbie...swoon!

Thanks for stopping by!

Just a quick posting tonight before I hit the sack....its going to be a busy week with family members on Monday, and then again on Wednesday night (Rohan is visiting, yay!)

Cheers,

Steph

Just signed up for this.....

2010-06-05T18:52:00.003-03:00

Who's going to be playing with me? I can't wait! Just love Céline's work!

Steph

LCOM DT Reveal!

2010-05-31T16:11:00.010-03:00

Today was my turn to reveal at Let's Capture Our Memories...Our last month for this DT term :( However, you must visit the shop as Tanya has something special for the summer planned.....Surprise DTs!!! Every month someone will be featured and no one will know who it is until the reveal! What a great idea :)

Thanks for stopping by!!! This kit was a blast to work with, I don't think there was any paper left at all for my scrap pile LOL

Cheers,

Steph

Scrap Yourself Reveal and a some accidental posting...

2010-05-26T11:30:00.004-03:00

OK, so I'm a not fit to have a blogger account......I totally just posted this on the SY blog directly instead of this one! Yikes!!!!!!!!!!! So many blogs that I have access to...it was bound to happen at some point :( How many blogs do you manage? Any tips or tricks to ensure this embarrassing mistake doesn't happen again?

Its one thing to accidentally post on my Whimsy blog, no biggie...but grrrrr...i'm just kicking myself! Kristine, you should just lock me out! LOL

Anyhoo....here is my take on this week's challenge at Scrap Yourself: "If I Could Turn Back Time"

Loving that Cosmo Cricket/ Coordinations dotted paper...I just took some sandpaper and went over it to bring out the texture. Papers are from the Boyfriend collection/Cosmo Cricket (how appropriate!)
Happy Wednesday!
Steph
xo

Creative Scrappers Reveal #105

2010-05-24T14:03:00.005-03:00

Check out the latest Creative Scrappers Reveal....Here is my take on Sketch 105, LOL thoughts on my Glimmer Mist accident? It was difficult, but I submitted it as is...I really like to think that there are no mistakes when scrappin'....so I felt the need to "walk the walk" as it were ;) and sent it to Kristine for the reveal tee hee (I think K though I was a bit nutso...but she was very kind and didn't say much)

This week's Guest Designer is none other than the super-duper Kat Glossop! Yay!!! She is on fire lately!!
Here are a few more layouts I've been working on...thanks for stopping by!
Steph
xo

Meet the new Creative Scrappers Design Team!!!!

2010-05-19T23:47:00.005-03:00

I'm so proud to be part of this fabulous DT! Thank you Kristine, I can't wait to see what is in store for us to work on next!

Trish Harwick - USA

Renata Moni - Brazil

Suzanne Torr - England

Myia Manghum - USA

Yuka Hino - Japan

Jenn DiPaolo - Canada

Annelie Maddock - New Zealand

Julia Stainton - Canada

Avina Lim - Australia

Edith Ezanno - Canada

Susan Goetter - USA

Aphra Bolyer - USA

Annette Lose - Australia

Jennifer Shaw - Canada

Kerryn Lawson - Australia

Helena Johansson - Sweden

Tanya Tahir - Australia

Stephanie Hart - Canada

Kaori Watanabe - Japan

Marielle LeBlanc - Canada

Wati Basri - Singapore

Patti McCarthy - Canada

Nicole Nowosad - Canada

July Gaceta - Philippines

Jill Sarginson - Canada

Happy Birthday Dave!

2010-05-17T14:08:00.008-03:00

I celebrate so much about the day you were born, because without you,

my world would be incomplete.

You are the love of my life
You make me laugh out loud until I almost pee my pants
You calm me when life’s dark cloud follows me
You treat everyone who crosses your path with respect and kindness
You are such a wonderful father to your boys
Your sensitivity, strength and integrity are unparalleled
You can find the fun in almost any crappy day

All these things are just a few reasons why I celebrate you on your Birthday

Love you till the end and back again Dave

xox

Scrap Yourself Reveal~ Everyday Essentials!

2010-05-15T00:40:00.005-03:00

Here is my take on our team's first assignment at Scrap Yourself: EveryDay Essentials

- Blackberry, a good book (currently reading Jim Butcher's latest) and the Internet.

What are your everyday essentials? Complete a layout on the subject and leave a comment, you could be featured on the site :)

Have a wonderful weekend! Dave and I are on our way to visit the parental unit tomorrow....some "pre-Birthday" celebrations for Dave are in order! Yay!

Cheers,

Steph

Sassafras ~ Nerdy Bird

2010-05-10T09:09:00.002-03:00

Here is a layout I created last week for the LCOM "Scrapivor", the challenge was to scrap your high school photo with the title "Blast from the past" and the name of your HS somewhere on the layout. OMG, look at those eyebrows! LOL Hard to believe that was almost 20years ago :)

Here is my latest Creative Scrappers layout that was revealed yesterday....this is me circa 1981 dressed as a princess :) (hence the title "Retro Princess") Here is the sketch that it was based on, lots of fun to work with!

I didn't scrap at all this weekend, but I did get my hands full of clay for the first time in almost a month.... loved it! Made a few ladybugs and bumble bees....hoping tonight I can get some frogs, birds and hedghogs done :)

Happy Monday

Steph

KIKI Art Blog Hopscotch Winner! ~

2010-05-06T10:01:00.003-03:00

Here is last week's LCOM Scrapivor layout... the challenge was to use "FilmStrips"...papers by Prima with a touch of Sassafras :)

And now for the winner....

Congrats to Kelly!Please email me your addy and I'll ship off the mini albums to you :)

Thanks to all for your participation in the first ever Kiki Art Blog Hopscotch and you're very sweet comments!

Steph

Scrap Yourself Countdown! May 5th Reveal!

2010-05-03T10:22:00.003-03:00

Get ready for our first reveal on Wednesday!

I can't wait to see what the DT comes up with :)