TX Paper Doll

Once again...

2011-08-14T09:55:00.002-05:00

Shop Remember When joins us with a great prize! Come on over to Sketch Inspiration and play for a chance to win:)

Scrapbook Circle

2011-07-17T15:45:00.003-05:00

Woo hoo! We have Scrapbook Circle joining us this week! Check out this kit...
You want it? You could receive it FREE. All you have to do is upload your interpretation of this weeks sketch by Saturday at midnight (CST) to qualify for a chance at a random drawing :D
COME PLAY at Sketch Inspiration.

Come over!

2011-07-14T10:16:00.002-05:00

And say "hello" to SRM Stickers! They have generously donated ALL of their new releases as our prize this week! Here is just a small taste of what is included:

Happy 4th of July!

2011-07-04T15:27:00.003-05:00

Head on over to Sketch Inspiration and check out the new sketch. Cat's Creations Scrapbooks has provided us with this wonderful prize!

We are Basically Bare!

2011-06-26T16:25:00.005-05:00

...at Sketch Inspiration that it:) Basically Bare is a fantastic new company YOU HAVE to check out.
They have donated this awesome prize to one random winner, but you have to play to win so - go go go!
Also: All Sketch Inspiration members can use this promo code and save an additional 15% on your entire order!! Come join us!

It isn't too late!

2011-06-24T13:04:00.005-05:00

Come give the new sketch a go at Sketch Inspiration!
A FANTASTIC prize selection from Creative Expressions is waiting for you!

Hi!

2011-05-31T11:21:00.004-05:00

Sorry I haven't posted in a couple of weeks, my blogger wasn't letting me sign in??
Looks like we are working today so.....
Please come over and check out the new sketch at Sketch Inspiration. We have a very generous $15 gift certificate to give away to one lucky participant from our friends at Outlaw Women Scrapbook Emporium Club! Hope to see you soon!

This weekend only!!!

2011-04-16T20:23:00.003-05:00

It's my dear friend, Julia's, birthday! It's no surprise to me that someone so generous would give YOU the gift on HER birthday! Head on over to her blog for a chance at super cool prize give-away! And as if that isn't enough, she is also going to give a 17% discount off of your "already crazy cheap" total order from her etsy store when you enter PROMO CODE: BDAY17. You don't want to miss out on these goodies! AND, yes, there is MORE! Anyone who purchases from her etsy shop this weekend, will get a gift from ME as well. All you have to do is comment to this post, saying that you ordered from her etsy:) Come celebrate with us!!!

It's not too late!

2011-04-15T11:35:00.002-05:00

....to upload your interpretation of this weeks sketch for a chance at a GREAT prize package from Club Scrap!

Paper Wishes!

2011-04-03T15:13:00.002-05:00

Come on over to Sketch Inspiration and say, "hello" to Paper Wishes, by Hot Off The Press! I recently purchased a WONDERFUL scrapbook table from Paper Wishes and am so proud of it! There are so many little compartments, it's an organizer's dream! You really need to check them out, you won't be sorry:)
We have a great new sketch waiting for you so come play for a chance at this beautiful prize!

Blog Hop Winner!

2011-03-21T17:01:00.002-05:00

Thank you ALL for joining us for another fun blog hop:) I have randomly drawn a name and the winner is: Jacqui M! Congrats girl! Email me at sketchinspiration@hotmail.com and I will send you your gift certificate!
Have a wonderful week and I hope to see you again soon!

Happy Sunday!

2011-03-20T14:47:00.002-05:00

It's that time again:) I'm so excited to announce Scraps of Darkness as this weeks sponsor at Sketch Inspiration. Come on over and join the fun!

Hello Sunday!

2011-03-13T15:49:00.003-05:00

We have Scrapbook N Such sponsoring Sketch Inspiration this week! Come on over and play for a great prize!!

*Scroll down for the "Over the rainbow" blog hop:)

Over the Rainbow - Blog Hop!

2011-03-13T00:00:00.005-06:00

Welcome to the Over the Rainbow blog hop! One of the things scrappers love most is COLOR! During this journey you'll encounter all seven colors of the rainbow and some of our favorite things about those colors. In order to play along all you need to do is leave a comment on each blog saying what you love about the color featured on each blog. You can even just tell us your favorite thing (scrappy or not) that is that color! Once you reach the pot of gold, post ROY G. BIV!! and you're done and ready to start cropping with us!

Thanks for visiting my blog!
I am featuring the color Yellow. Here are a few of my favorite yellow things:

Wild flowers
(Scrapbook flowers:)
Banana pudding
The warm sun

Next stop on the rainbow is Green, over at my dear friend, Paula's blog! Have fun and thank you for stopping by!

*One lucky participant will receive a $10 gift certificate to www.scrapbook.com! Be sure you leave a comment in order to be included:)

*If you are just now starting the blog hop, you will want to start at the beginning. Click here for Jenny's blog:)

Woo Hoo!

2011-03-06T10:15:00.002-06:00

We have a SUPER prize up for grabs at Sketch Inspiration this week. Come on over and check out The Scrappy Gourmet and play for a chance at this awesome book!

Happy Sunday!

2011-02-27T17:08:00.003-06:00

Come on over to Sketch Inspiration and check out the new sketch:) A big, "THANK YOU", to Sherri at Shop Remember When, for sponsoring us again!

Scrappy Sunday!

2011-02-20T15:42:00.003-06:00

Hello all! It's a new week at Sketch Inspiration. That means a new sketch and new sponsor has been posted! We are very honored to have an AWESOME sketch by the talented, Aphra Bolyer...and don't forget that scrumptious prize from Studio Calico. Come play! Hope to see you soon:)

Noel Mignon

2011-02-06T10:08:00.003-06:00

Yes! Noel Mignon is our sponsor this week. Take a look at this gorgeous prize! Come on over to Sketch Inspiration for a chance to win!!

Come play!

2011-01-18T21:17:00.003-06:00

There's a new sketch and prize up at Sketch Inspiration! Thank you, Lori at Apron Strings Designs, for this awesome prize up for grabs!

Feelin' Sketchy?

2011-01-09T16:50:00.003-06:00

Come on over to Sketch Inspiration and play with us!
Cat's Creations Scrapbooks has donated an AMAZINGLY PACKED-FULL PRIZE this week.
You can't win if you don't play!

Happy New Year!

2011-01-02T18:58:00.002-06:00

Come on over to Sketch Inspiration as we begin another great year of sketches! The first sketch has been uploaded...and so has a great prize from our friends at Tidbitz In Time! Hope to see you there!

Merry Christmas...

2010-12-19T19:31:00.003-06:00

...from all of us at Sketch Inspiration! This is Christmas week and we have more than one gift to offer:) Come on over and get to working on the new sketch. I am giving one lucky contestant a sketch book with the sketches from the year + 6 exclusive sketches included in the book! Oh...this is only the beginning of a great week. You DO NOT want to miss out! I will announce yet another twist tomorrow!! Stay tuned...and get scrappy!

Great Prize!

2010-11-28T17:15:00.002-06:00

You're sure to "Fall" in love with this great prize by Scraptastic this week! Come on over to Sketch Inspiration and play!

Club Scrap

2010-11-07T10:07:00.001-06:00

...is this week's sponsor at Sketch Inspiration. Come on over and share your project using this new sketch:)

Boooo!

2010-10-31T16:44:00.003-05:00

Ok, so there are no tricks today....all treats! Come on over to Sketch Inspiration for a chance at a great prize from My Scrapbook Zone and try out this new sketch!

Hope to see you there!

Boooo!

2010-10-24T10:21:00.004-05:00

Come on over to Sketch Inspiration for a chance to win ALL of this yumminess from Premier Scrapbook Designs!

Big Big Day!!

2010-10-22T11:50:00.002-05:00

I can finally shout it out!! Today Bo Bunny has featured my sketch, layout and Sketch Inspiration on their blog! If you've seen much of my work, you know how much I adore BoBunny:) What a dream come true - to work beside such a wonderful company!

Yummy Prize!!

2010-10-17T15:52:00.003-05:00

I just posted this delicious prize at Sketch Inspiration. Come on over and check out this week's sponsor, Little Black Dress.

Love Prima??

2010-10-10T10:06:00.002-05:00

Of course you do! Who doesn't?! Come over to Sketch Inspiration for a chance at a Prima prize package this week from Remember When. PLUS: We have special guest designer, Liz Chidester joining us today at 6pm (CST) for a guest chat! I hope you will join us!

Blog give-away!!!

2010-10-09T21:02:00.002-05:00

WOW! My friend, Sammye Jo is having AN AWESOME give away by Elmer's on her blog! Go here for details on how you could win a prize like this!!

Paisleys and Polka Dots

2010-10-03T17:30:00.004-05:00

is this week's sponsor at Sketch Inspiration. Come on over and check out the sketch and find out more about Paisleys and Polka Dots!

Yummy new sketch

2010-09-26T17:28:00.002-05:00

up at Sketch Inspiration and YOU may be the lucky owner of this Rockin' kit!

Come on over and play:)

Free kit!!

2010-09-19T16:33:00.002-05:00

For one lucky participant anyway:) This is the prize up for grabs this week at Sketch Inspiration donated by Julia at Dragonflies & Daisies. She has some beautiful kits marked down to nearly NOTHING! You really need to check it out!

Sunday-licious!

2010-09-12T10:03:00.002-05:00

It's Sunday again! Woo hoo! That means a winner from last week's sketch challenge has been revealed and a new sketch and FANTASTIC new prize has been offered. Come on over to Sketch Inspiration for a chance at this drool-worthy kit from Lucky Girl Crafts!

Yummy Sunday!

2010-08-29T19:58:00.002-05:00

Oh what a treat! Come on over to Sketch Inspiration for a great new sketch and a chance at a GORGEOUS prize from TIDBITZ IN TIME!

Back to School and...

2010-08-23T14:39:00.003-05:00

It doesn't get any easier...at least for Mama! Aren't these two of the most beautiful children ever? I'm so proud of my babies! They are my life...and life is good.

Come play!

2010-08-22T09:41:00.003-05:00

There's a new sketch up at Sketch Inspiration! We have The Mustard Seed sponsoring us this week with a DELICIOUS prize. Come on over and check it out!

Big happenings...

2010-08-15T10:13:00.004-05:00

this week at Sketch Inspiration! We have Your Scrapbook Stash sponsoring us with a great gift certificate to spend however you want...PLUS Aphra Bolyer is our guest sketch artist! She will be joining us today, Sunday at 6pm CST, for a special guest chat. I hope you will join in on the fun!

A new week...a new sketch!

2010-08-08T20:18:00.001-05:00

Here's this week's sketch! Come on over for a chance at a GREAT prize by Polka Dot Whimsy!

Sketch 135 is up!

2010-08-01T14:17:00.003-05:00

Come join us this week for a chance to win this awesome prize from Cat's!

This week at SI

2010-07-28T15:27:00.005-05:00

Hi there!

Come on over to Sketch Inspiration and try out the new sketch:) We have Scrap Attack Scrapbooking sponsoring us this week! Here's the awesome prize.

OMG! HUGE SALE?!

2010-07-27T18:45:00.002-05:00

Am I seeing things?! Julia has an unbelievable deal over at Dragonflies and Daisies! She has marked her SENSATIONAL kits down 43%! They were totally worth full price so this is nothing short of a STEAL! I have ALL of them so I can tell you, these kits are jam-packed and absolutely wonderful. Some of my favorite layouts have come from these kits:) Don't wait, with a deal like this, I promise they won't last!!!!

Taking Submissions!

2010-07-26T10:21:00.003-05:00

Sketch Inspiration is now taking "layout inspiration" submissions! If you have a new and original, non-sketch related, non-scraplifted layout that you would like to see made into a sketch, this is your chance. Send entries (up to 3 per person) to: sketchinspiration@hotmail.com before August 1st and two lucky entries will be chosen. Each winner will receive a nice scrappy prize and will be recognized for their inspiration. Winners will be chosen according to design, not products used. I hope you will join us!

Altered Tray

2010-07-23T13:21:00.004-05:00

So, the minute I saw these awesome trays by 7 Gypsies, I knew I would do this. I used some pictures from my "scrappy girls retreat" in Chicago and created this fun tray for my scraproom! I'm so excited because I am going to make this an annual tradition to preserve our journey:) I'm already a year behind so I will be purchasing another to do one for last year! These are going to be displayed in order on my scraproom wall:) This took me an evening to create, but it was soooo much fun and I loved every trivial minute of trying to find the right piece to go in just the right spot!

Sketch 133

2010-07-18T09:44:00.003-05:00

This new sketch is up at Sketch Inspiration! Come on over and play for a chance at a Delicious prize from Queen Scraps.

Crop Celebration!

2010-07-15T11:41:00.002-05:00

Have Your Way With Paper has a new home!! This weekend, we are celebrating our brand new site with an on-line crop. There will be prizes, games....and tons of fun! I hope you will join us:)

July kit for sale!

2010-07-08T20:05:00.011-05:00

Hello there! I have a great deal for you:) I am offering this kit for only $25 (that INCLUDES U.S. shipping). Quantities are limited so don't wait. Contact me today at trishahill76@hotmail.com to claim your kit.
Proceeds go toward
Sketch Inspiration. Thanks for your help, you won't be disappointed! I also want to send a great big, THANK YOU to Katie's Kreations for donating ribbon and pins for this kit:) Check out her site, she has some fantastic handmade embellishments!

Birthday Bash Winner

2010-07-07T21:09:00.003-05:00

First of all I want to thank each of you for sharing this special day with me...and it WAS special:) I woke up to breakfast in bed (Brooklyn made me waffles, it was too cute) and Sam got me a new Canon Rebel camera!!! woo hoo! Throughout the day I was surprised with gift certificates, phone calls, texts and a nice dinner (with carrot cake!) with my whole family. Does it get any better than that? Ok, maybe it does....maybe one of you can end the day with a gift too....the lucky girl is.....AMANDA SEVALL!!! Congrats Amanda! Please email me at trishahill76@hotmail.com with your mailing info and I will get your prize in the mail:)
I have another special treat for you. How about a free Cricut cartridge?! Just follow this link for a chance at another great prize!

Birthday Bash Give-Away!!!

2010-07-06T18:49:00.006-05:00

It's my birthday ~ WOOT WOOT! I'm throwing a party for the next 24 hours right here on my blog and want you to join in:) The birthday suprise is....YOU may get the gift! All you have to do is leave a comment and you will automatically be put in a drawing for this bright, fun scrappy prize! One lucky name will be randomly drawn at 7pm (CST) on July 7th - that's 24 hours exactly from this post. Thanks for celebrating life with me!

Back from Chicago!

2010-06-28T19:31:00.003-05:00

I've been in Chicago with my "scrap girls" from Paper. Several of us from all over the U.S. got together for our second annual retreat. This year we met in Chicago and had the time of our lives. Whether it was seeing famous TV actors, stepping out on the Sky Deck at Sears Tower, riding in a stretch limo around the city on a Friday night, or just sitting around giggling in our jammies, it was an amazing adventure - and with 1000 pictures (actual number) the week will not be soon forgotten. This post is dedicated to my dear friends: Lisa, Paula, Erin, Josie, Krissy, Jenn, and Jenny. I love you girls with all my heart and look forward to seeing you again.

SEI

2010-06-15T19:02:00.004-05:00

Thank you, SEI, for sponsoring Paper this month! I totally love the new Jocelyn line:) Here are a couple of layouts I did using this fabulous line. I can't wait to play some more!!

June kit is here!

2010-05-31T12:37:00.006-05:00

Hello! I'm happy to announce that the June kit is now available! These kits are only $25 (that INCLUDES U.S. shipping!) and proceeds will go toward Sketch Inspiration. Quantities are limited so don't wait, email me today!

New sketch up...

2010-05-31T11:00:00.004-05:00

at Sketch Inspiration! Come over and play for a chance at a great prize!

May Kits!

2010-05-05T16:06:00.008-05:00

Hello friends:) If you haven't purchased a May kit, you can email me today. There are only 3 left so don't wait! They are only $25 (that includes shipping! International will be actual shipping cost.) and they come with an exclusive sketch by yours truly. If you order before Friday, I will throw in two bonus papers:) Hurry!

The Treasure Box Club

2010-04-24T20:30:00.003-05:00

OH WOW!!! I got the most beautiful kit from The Treasure Box in the mail yesterday! I had to dip into it right away. THANK YOU TRACY for a wonderful kit:)

Cosmo Cricket

2010-04-23T21:18:00.003-05:00

THANK YOU to Cosmo Cricket for sponsoring the design team at Paper this month:) I've had so much fun playing with the Garden Variety line. I've combined it with their Li'l Man line and created these layouts.

Cosmo Cricket Give-away!

2010-04-01T19:10:00.002-05:00

If you love Cosmo Cricket - and who doesn't?? Then you will want to join us at Have Your Way With Paper for several chances to win their newest lines!! Challenges start Friday so hurry over. I'll be looking for you:)

I'M BEING PUBLISHED!

2010-03-31T22:02:00.003-05:00

I can't believe it! I just got an email from Memory Makers saying that they have accepted my work for their upcoming "Big Book of Scrapbook Ideas"! Woo Hoo! It's my first!! I will know more details next week:)

HELLO!

2010-03-29T22:11:00.004-05:00

Oh it feels like it's been forever since I last posted! I have been so crazy busy with hubby, kids, work, Sketch Inspiration, and just LIFE in general...that I have failed to keep up here.

I wanted to show you a quick layout I did this week of my little man. This is from a Liz Qualman sketch. She has some great sketches over there for those of you who are like me and can't seem to have enough of them!! Thanks for looking and don't give up on me:) I'm here, just trying to catch my breath! Hugs to you all!

Happy January!

2010-01-07T16:35:00.002-06:00

Hope you are enjoying a great start to your new year:) I am busy catching up on my scrapbooking. Here is a layout of the kids on Christmas morning (being silly). They had a wonderful (expensive) Christmas (seems to be a tradition)! They are wonderful kids and I'm so very blessed.

A Big Day

2010-01-03T17:42:00.003-06:00

...in the sketch world for me! Today I posted my very first sponsored sketch at http://www.sketchinspiration.ning.com/ If you haven't joined yet, it isn't too late to get in on the fun and WEEKLY PRIZES!!!

Here is the sketch:)

Wishing you all...

2009-12-31T16:17:00.002-06:00

a Happy and safe new year. Today is my little boy's 6th birthday. I can't believe he is already 6. Seems like only yesterday I was spending New Year's Eve in the hospital gazing at his precious new face for the very first time. I knew right then that my New Year's celebrations would always consist of celebrating his life. I took it a step further and made it a point to reflect on the blessings in my life. I've challenged myself to see this day - and everyday - as a gift. I pray you will also choose to see life as a gift, and not so much for yourself, but for others. A gift...meant to be given away.

New Sketch Site!

2009-12-01T17:29:00.002-06:00

Hello friends:) I am so excited to announce that I have started a brand new sketch site! I would love for you to join me in weekly sketch challenges at Sketch Inspiration.

Happy Halloween:)

2009-10-30T12:05:00.002-05:00

Have a safe and happy time trick-or-treating tomorrow. This is a pic of my sister and myself. It's from our school party yesterday. I borrowed my daughter's bee wings and antennas and then I duck taped a yellow shirt. LOL! Hey, when you only have 20 minutes before school to throw something together, that's what happens!

Living large:)

2009-10-17T21:27:00.005-05:00

Sam and I went to a MWF match last night. If you've never heard of it, it stands for MicroWrestling Federation (yeah, midget wrestling)!! Hubby thought it would be fun - and he was right. LOL I think this is the first time - ever in my life - I have been in a room full of grown-ups and felt TALL! HAHAHA! There were 6 "little" wrestlers. These guys put on a great show:) Yes, it's random and completely out of the ordinary - and so am I!

Tuesday's Challenge 9-22-09

2009-09-22T09:48:00.002-05:00

Hi friend:) Today I challenge you to find the good in your situation. Yesterday I was totally bummed because I was so busy, I only got to see my kids for 35 minutes all day:( I felt down about it and like I had pushed my kids aside while I took over other responsibilities. That isn't true. Sometimes life gets in the way and we have to find the good in a hard situation.
1. My kids got some much needed Daddy time.
2. My kids know they are loved.
3. I was able to be there for others who needed me.
I challenge you to count it all joy today. Whenever something negative comes your way, stop and find something good in the situation.

Tuesday's Challenge 9-15-09

2009-09-15T10:05:00.003-05:00

Hello friend! It's time for another Tuesday Challenge:) This week I challenge you to add an encouraging quote to your blog. It can be anything from anywhere, just something that is positive! Let me know what you find!
Here is mine: From the Bible, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Phillipians 4:13

Tuesday's Challenge 9-8-09

2009-09-08T08:46:00.002-05:00

Today my little guy is home from school...11 days into Kindergarten and he has an ear infection. How often do we take for granted our health and that of our loved ones? Today, join me in taking a moment to count your blessings. Of course we could never count them all, but take time to be thankful for the "little" things, the things we just assume will always be - those are usually the greatest blessings of all.

Memorable Seasons

2009-09-05T15:05:00.002-05:00

is our September sponsor at HYWWP. I LOVE this kit Memorable Seasons sent! It's sooo girly and fun:) I also used a sketch from 52 sketches as inspiration for this layout. I still have tons left in my kit so I am off of the computer and back in my scrap room:)

Little Bean Embroidery

2009-09-03T21:31:00.002-05:00

This company sponsored our design team at HYWWP for August. You have GOT to check out this site: http://www.littlebeanembroidery.com/. She has some of the CUTEST stuff! She's very talented and can do just about anything. Please check out her link when you get a chance!! She gave us these adorable stamps which I used for this card.

New sketch!

2009-09-01T21:29:00.001-05:00

Here's a new sketch for you:) I want feedback!! Let me know what you think;)

Enjoy!!

Tuesday's Challenge 9-1-09

2009-09-01T15:47:00.002-05:00

Hello friends! It's already Tuesday again:) If time flew by any faster, I would need a jet pack to try to keep up! This week I challenge you to provide a meal for someone. This can be taking your elderly neighbor a plate of spaghetti (afterall, you have to make it in bulk anyway!) or have a pizza sent to a friend, whatever you choose will surely be a blessing. The point of this mission is to feed someone's tummy and you feed their soul. I am making chicken spaghetti tonight and sending over enough for a busy mama of three. Share your journey with me!

Tuesday's Challenge 8-25-09

2009-08-25T16:04:00.002-05:00

Hello friends! I nearly let today slip by without your challenge! Your challenge is to make a special card for a friend and send it to them this week. Just to let them know you are thinking of them;) Be sure you come back here and tell us when you've completed the challenge!

Big day

2009-08-24T13:12:00.004-05:00

For the past 10 years, all I have known is motherhood. Today is the day I never wanted to come. My baby started Kindergarten today. I can't explain the emotion that has run through my veins today...it's a mixture of pride, caution and sadness all in one. I'm so very proud of my children, I take great pride in them...to me, they are my most prized possession. Now life will take a new direction for me, one I always wanted to avoid. Nevertheless, as I tucked them into bed last night and prayed with them, I gave them an extra squeeze and thanked the Lord for the wonderful opportunity to invest in their first 5 years - with no regrets. I became the designated hugger at school this morning:) I walked around and hugged mama's who needed to know it was ok...eventhough inside I was kicking and screaming...I was so proud of my son for walking in to a strange place and immediately being so confident. He assured me that he loved me and gave me the "thumbs up" as he walked away...as if he knew he needed to console ME! So here is to all you mama's who have dedicated your life to prepare your child(ren) to take on the world. You've done a great job, mama!

Take me out...

2009-08-20T16:06:00.003-05:00

to the ballgame! Sam and I (and a friend of his) took the kids to see the Texas Rangers play baseball yesterday. Sam and Austin went last year, but this was mine and Brook's first time to watch a major league game. It was a ton of fun and we are already looking forward to next time:)

Tuesday's Thoughtful Challenge #2

2009-08-18T08:00:00.000-05:00

The first challenge must have been a difficult one. Only two responses! I will make your second challenge a bit easier. Call an old friend or someone you haven't talked to in a long time. They've probably been on your mind, but you "just haven't had the time". Do that this week, let them know you are thinking about them:) Remember, these challenges are to build us up as we build up others. Respond to this thread when you've accomplished your task!

Tuesday's Thoughtful Challenge #1

2009-08-11T14:07:00.002-05:00

Hello there! I am going to try to challenge you every Tuesday. Each week there will be a different, simple challenge - however, this is not a scrapping challenge, but a challenge to better yourself. A challenge to live a life of purpose. Today is your first challenge.
I challenge you to find someone who is in need. This could be someone who is having trouble crossing the street , someone who needs to go ahead of you in the grocery line, or even someone who just needs a hug. We are surrounded by hurting people. Be sensitive to those around you and be their angel today:) There is no act of kindness that is too small. When you complete your mission, come back here and let us know how you are affecting your world! I look forward to hearing your story.

Online crop all weekend!

2009-08-05T21:30:00.003-05:00

I'm gearing up for a big online weekend crop over at Paper. Come join us for challenges, games, and fun scrappy prizes!

Best Friends

2009-08-03T19:45:00.002-05:00

I am so very blessed with many many friends. My sister, Jenny, happens to be the one who has been with me through it all - and still loves me:) Today's blog entry is dedicated to her. She inspires me daily - not only as a sensational scrapper, but so much more.

August sketch

2009-08-01T15:12:00.003-05:00

Here is a new sketch for you:) It was inspired by a layout created by my sister, Jenny. Thanks for allowing me to sketch your Easter layout, sister! Happy August!

Been scrappin!

2009-07-28T13:32:00.002-05:00

I feel so productive this week! I've done several pages and a few new sketches (will share some soon:) This is one of my favorites from the week. I just love everything Bo Bunny makes so I was itching to use these papers. The layout was inspired by a sketch by Julie Bonner. Thanks for stopping by:)

Happy Blog Hop WINNER!

2009-07-27T13:25:00.002-05:00

Hello friends! Thank you so much for joining me on a Happy Blog Hop:) I just drew a name and the winner for my prize is: BETH! Congratulations, Beth! Email me with your address and I will mail your prize:) Don't forget to keep hopping around to see if you won on another blog, there are many prizes out there. Have a wonderful Monday and check back again soon for another chance at something scrappy:)

The Happy Blog Hop!

2009-07-22T17:44:00.011-05:00

It starts here! In an attempt to spread some happiness around the scrappy blog world, several of my friends and I hope you will join us in a happy hop. Here's what you do:

1. Comment to the quest below in this post.

2. Click on the next hostess blog and do the same again and again!

The beauty of this hop is: EVERY blog is offering a DIFFERENT prize! You have a chance at MANY awesome new scrap goodies:) All you have to do, is "think happy" and participate. The first prize is everything you see in the above picture:) This hop will go on until Sunday at midnight. Then on Monday, each blog will draw a participant's name - there will be many prizes and many winners!

Here is your first quest:

*Name 3 things you love about yourself.

Then click on over to my dear friend, Erin's blog for a chance at another great prize!

Thanks for hopping by! Have a happy day:)

Surprises & Prizes GALORE!!

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Just a heads up: You will want to return to my blog tomorrow for MANY chances at MANY PRIZES! Bring your happy face!

Hello:)

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Just wanted to let you all know that you mean so much to me. I know many of you have been prayer warriors for me this week and I thank God that He listens and cares...and I thank Him for friends like you. Not to scare anyone, but I had a major surgery Wednesday. Without going into any details, I want you to know that it was a good thing and though I elected to have it done, it was necessary. Thank you all for hanging in there with me. I've said it before and I'll say it again, you mean the world to me and I pray God's richest blessings on you and your precious family. I am very limited to what I can and can't do right now, but I thank God for His goodness and mercy. I'd love to hear from you, I know it would brighten my day:)

Happy to announce:

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that I have made it as a design team member and sketch artist for http://www.jujubeesscrapbookcorner.com/ It's a new site with what is sure to be a great kit club. Come on over and join us!

A day of rest

2009-07-12T14:21:00.003-05:00

Hi friends:) I hope that you are enjoying a relaxing weekend. It is HOT here. I love it, but would welcome some much needed rain. This is going to be a busy week so I won't be posting for a little while. I just wanted to wish you all well. Hugs!

Bo Bunny

2009-07-10T08:34:00.002-05:00

Anyone who knows me knows that I am a huge fan of Bo Bunny! I get so excited when they come out with new products. Head over to their blog and pick out a blinkie for your blog. You have THREE to choose from! If you scan down to the right of your screen, you will see my favorite:)

Happy Tuesday!

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Yep, it's my birthday:)) Hubby surprised me with a NEW LAPTOP yesterday! Not only that, but my family spent the day together. We ate at a popular Mexican food place, went shopping and even watched the new Ice Age 3 movie. I have a great attitude about what the coming year will bring. I'm at peace with the world and love this stage in my life. I'm looking forward to great things:)
I pray you, too, will find this a great year. I'm so glad you are in my life:)

Welcome sign

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I found this kit at convention last month. Though the chipboard shapes were pre-cut, it was still pretty time consuming. It's hanging by my front door right now, but it won't be there for long. I'm afraid the weather will be to harsh on it.

We're home!

2009-06-28T19:44:00.004-05:00

We had a wonderful time at Disney World this past week. We are exhausted, but the kids really enjoyed it. I've been trying to catch up on laundry and computer today. I was having internet withdrawls:) I'm sure I will overload you all with pictures and pages in the near future. I'm glad to be home and missed you all. Check in soon!

Blog award

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Thank you Kristi, for selecting me for this Lovely Blog Award:)

To accept this award, you must share the love.

1. Add it to your blog.

2. Link to the person from whom you received this award.

3. Nominate 7 more blogs.

4. Leave them a message on their blog letting them know they received "One Lovely Blog Award".

So, in return I am passing this award on to:

1. Myia

2. Cathy

3. Paula

4. Jenny

5. Roe

6. Rita

7. Jenn

Leaving you

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Well, I didn't want to leave you empty handed while I am on vacation next week. Here is a new sketch for you to play with while I'm gone:)

Brooklyn's recital 2009

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Here are a few pictures from my beautiful daughter's dance recital last weekend.

I can hardly wait to print these and scrap them!!!

Riff Raff Designs

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This is a layout I did with my sponsor products from Riff Raff Designs. I am so impressed with this chipboard and if you haven't used it before, I urge you to do so! You won't be disappointed - it's delicious!

Thanks for the blog award!

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My dear friend, Roe, honored me with the Kreativ Blogger award:) THANK YOU! It is now my turn to choose 7 "Kreativ Bloggers" - which isn't easy to do! In order to accept this award you must:
1. Thank the person who nominated you for this award.
2. Copy the logo and place it on your blog.
3. Link the person who nominated you for this award.
4. Name 7 things about yourself that people might find interesting.
5. Nominate 7 Kreativ Bloggers.
6. Post links to the 7 blogs you nominate.
7. Leave comments on all 7 blogs letting them know you nominated them.

So here are 7 things about myself that you might find interesting:
1. I have a sweet tooth.
2. I love to hunt.
3. I prefer to scrap alone - only because the creative juices seem to flow better.
4. I'm predictably unpredictable.
5. I have a LOUD laugh.
6. I love to play poker.
7. I'm a clean freak.

Here are my 7 nominees:
1. Jenny
2. Cathy
3. Katt
4. Myia
5. Paula
6. Regina
7. Lisa808

*I look to all of you for inspiration. Thanks for visiting my blog!

Texas Retreat

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Here we are, our first scrapbook friends retreat. There were 7 of us who met from all over the country for the very first time. I am so blessed to call these girls friends. I cannot even begin to tell you how absolutely amazing each of these girls are - online and in person. My life is more beautiful because they are in it. If you want to join in on the fun, memories and of course, pictures (I'm talking 1000 between all of us, that's no exaggeration either) then head over to Have Your Way With Paper and join our message board. You will quickly find that this scrapbooking board is unique. We are real people with big hearts, true stories and tons of love. You matter.

Wow:)

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What a wonderful week I have had! I had the honor of meeting - for the first time - some of my dearest online friends. What a blessing you all have been to my life. Thank you for taking time away from your families to meet up. My tummy still hurts from all the laughter and my heart is full from the extra dose of love. You all mean the world to me and I love you:)

Greetings!

2009-06-02T19:22:00.002-05:00

Hi there! I hope you are enjoying your week. We've had a ton of sunshine this week, but today it decided to storm - that's ok, I didn't want to water my yard this evening anyway! I can hardly sit still today - my sister and I are leaving early Thursday morning to head to Arlington for a few days. We are meeting up with some of our online scrap sisters who we have "known" for a long time and are finally going to get to hug necks!!! We will be going to the Great American Scrapbook Convention together on Friday. Talk about HEAVEN! Great friends and NEW scrappy supplies! I can already hear the angels singing...
I'm sure I will overload my blog with pictures of my highly anticipated trip - we've been planning this trip for about 9 months!! Needless to say, I won't be back on until then. I hope you have a wonderful weekend and I hope to hear from you soon:) Blessings friends!

Flower RAK winner:

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I let my son draw a name for the flower RAK and he drew:
MMG
Congratulations! Please email me with your address and I will send out your flowers. Thank you all for sharing with me what you love about summer. Looks like we all have something in common!