Hot Diggity...

How cute is this little frog?!?  He makes me so happy!  I love this Hot Diggity Stamp set and it works perfect with my favorite Happy Birthday Stamp set too!

Today is my fun Scrap N Play Club date with my great friends.  We are playing with the new Splendor collection paper- the color palette is so vibrant and works great for both girls and boys.  Each month we play with a great kit that includes an exlusive stamp set and fun embellishment.  Plus there are other fun add-on options that you can play with too.  Each month there is a fun technique or trick we explore and I love seeing what my customers have to share as well.  For the splendor kit we are playing with the fun Irresistibles Pizzazz Chipboard Die Cuts.  These white die cuts have an resist embossed look to each one.  So all you do is sponge on the color of your choice and watch the fun details emerge.  They add that perfect effect to your pages.

I always like showing my customers how to maximize their paper kits and keep creating.  So this month I made the 2 layots and 6 cards PLUS I created my own layout.  The Splendor paper pack colors worked great with Build A Bear pictures I need to scrap and I am so happy with the results.  I also played with the big feature matte in the layout and used 2 pictures in there.  Now I feel a great sense of accomplishment having a layout scrapped!

I am looking forward to seeing the rest of my creative peeps tonight and emailing the Fun extra directions to my Club to Go customers.  I have great options for you to create near or far.  And starting very soon I will be offering a fun once a month Crop till you Drop option!  I am looking forward to filling you in on the scoop soon!

~Jennifer :-)

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oh yeah!

Getting Geared up to Scrap with my Friends on FRIDAY!!!!!  I love Scrap n Play Friday!!!  We are making FUN layouts using the Caboodle paper and I am so excited and ready!  I just love sharing with them and seeing the great things they come back to club with completed!

Just so you know I turned the first page of this layout to accomodate horizontal photos- so keep that in mind when putting yours together- sometimes you can flip them to make it work for you!

When I started putting the finishing touches on the first layout I posted- I thought about using our great Color Ready Alphabets Oxford.  These are great to use- they are only $3.95 and with a ink pad and a sponge- they can become whatever color or colors you need!

I look forward to seeing my happy, smiling club members for a great evening of crafting fun!  I would love for you to join us!

~Jennifer :-)

ps- just a reminder...you can click on any photo to see it larger

prepping for a ROCKIN' FUN

Scrap N Play FRIDAY!!!!!  I just know you all are going to flip for the Caboodle Paper and no it is not the hair accessory thing- it is the SUPER CUTE and Seriously FUN Papers for this Months Club.  This paper works great for beach photos, pool photos, outside, boy or girl- it is seriously verstatile and the colors just make you HAPPY!!!!

So as I was prepping for club I was in my Scrapping mood- and gasp- I added photos to all 3 Layouts!  And as I was digging for photos I realized I need to order some pictures!!!!  Woo-HOO I have made a dent without even realizing it- LOVE IT!!

Okay so back to my fun day of playing with paper- I was just in a Scrappin' Mood so no cards were made this month by me(so sorry) but this paper is too cute that I have to use it for PAGES!!!!  Which leads to my 3rd layout that I created and will share the directions to my Scrap N Play and CLub to Go Members- hope you like it!

What I liked about the layout was using the Irresistibles (z 1261)- have you played with this FUN letters yet?  I simply colored them with my marker in the ink I want and VOILA super cute dotted letters!  They definitely need to be put on your Wishlist!  And speaking of Wishlist- is yours growing???  Then you need to do either one of two things- A.  Book a FUN Workshop/Party with Me or B.  Join my Team!!!!

So here is my 3rd Layout for this month's club....hope you like it and I look forward to seeing you in class on FRIDAY!!!!
want to be a part of Scrap N Play- shoot me an email and I will get you all set up...there is a Club to Go option too for Long Distance customers.  :-)

~Jennifer :-)

(and yes I promise I will journal tomorrow on my page!)

why I scrap...

I started scrapping during college and while my skills have improved with time the reasons why I scrap have not- to preserve my memories.  I love getting out the books and remembering all the fun times and reflecting on our lives and the journey.  It is so much fun to share this with my children- THEY LOVE looking at the scrapbooks!  We got out Patrick's scrapbook today since it is his birthday.  I love seeing the twinkle in their eyes as they flip the pages- PRICELESS!!!

These moments make it all worth the time!  I know one day they will have fun showing their children (YIKES!).

So as we went down memory road today I thought I would take you along....and also to show you as with any craft or art form the more you play your style evolves over time.  :-) so no teasing...OKAY!?!

And yes- my oh my have we aged...hopefully well but nevertheless we are getting older.  Poor Josh has a ton of gray hair now which he attributes to the children!  And our sweet Ireland is no longer blonde- she is a lovely brunette.  Amazing to see our journey.....

The kids are now on Spring Break and we are headed for a little vaca with my sister and future brother in law- gotta knock out some upcoming wedding stuff- YIPPPEEE!!!!

I will share one last photo....so I showed Patrick and me then....here is Patrick and me as of yesterday...

I think he is one of the cutest 7 year olds I know- yes I am biased but seriously how can you not eat that face up!?!

Life is good!!!

~Jennifer :)

rockin' my thing...

Here is the other layout I created for Scrap n Play this month...counting down the days to see my local PEEPS! Club to Go! Members I emailed you the extra directions today PLUS my extras since I have been having fun creating- love sharing with my Peeps!

Yes I know I don't have pictures and the layout complete but once I figure out the perfect photos for this layout I will be good to go and have so much fun adding the finishing touches!

Speaking of finishing touches- I cannot wait to see what my Scrap N Play members did with their layouts from last month and the extra goodies leftover. Cannot wait for show n tell club style!

We have a lot of fun together and I would love for you to join us...simply email me(craftingdivas@cox.net) and I will get you all set up!

and Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!!!

doing my own thing!

So if you read yesterday's post I hinted that with the paper pack for this month's Scrap N Play I was inspired to do my own thing! I had so much fun playing with the papers and colors in this kit- love how they reverse to a whole different color palette- the choice is yours!

For this layout I used the Imagine book- love, love, love it! It felt so good to get the layout books out and sit with the leftover paper and create something uniqe and different! I will have the instructions for my Scrap N Play Members as well as my Club to Go gals too! For my club members please keep in mind that I created the first layout in the guide and the first set of 6 cards but I have used up all the extra papers to create this layout and one other one. :-)

The technique for this month is scissor distressing. I love the look of this since our paper is white core- just gives a subtle extra edge of dimension. It is even fun to do on your photos- don't be scared it is a COOL thing! And speaking of photos...I need to have this one photo enlarged to 5x7 and then the layout will be complete! I am so impressed with myself that I did my journaling! LOOK OUT...I am on a roll! :-)


I am looking forward to seeing my peeps and seeing what fun things they have created since our meeting last month! Remember to bring your artwork/completed pages and/or cards to share and get a "happy" from me! It just feels so good to share!!!!!

~Jennifer :)

Be you!

I am looking forward to Scrap N Play this Friday with my peeps! We are playing with the You Rock Paper collection. This first layout was PERFECT for Patrick's 4th Birthday pictures!

Are you interested in having layouts completed each month? Scrap N Play or Club to Go are perfect for you! You will get 2 12x12 double layouts created each month with paper to make more or you can make 6-12 cards with instructions I provide each month with club! If you are local we meet the 3rd Friday of each month- 10:00am or 7:30pm! Or you can play with me via Club To Go- your kit is delivered right to your door each month! Simply email(craftingdivas@cox.net) me for more information or to be added to my newsletter so you can keep up with all the fun that we do!




And stay tuned for my next layout- I am mixing it up and created a SUPER FUN layout for you to choose beyond the two set choices!

~Jennifer :)

ps- just a reminder you can click on the pics to see them larger. :)

loving Veranda...

Club was so fun on friday and I was so happy that everyone loved the layouts! There was quite a bit of stamping and cutting out but the look is incredible and so worth it! Here are the photos of the layouts we did and I did create a fun extra layout with some leftover papers and a piece of Juniper and Vanilla Cream CS.

Enjoy....


















My Extra Layout inspired from our great layout book- Imagine!





Okay now I need to get pictures on all these fabulous layouts!!!

~Jennifer :)

ready for some CLUB FUN!!!!

I am bubbling with excitement and anticipation for my Scrap n Play Date with my customers! Plus they are getting some added extra fun. In the spirit of my new motto for this year- Work Smarter Not Harder- I thought it would be fun to combine my Scrap n Play Date with my Idea Book Launch!!!

So my Scrappin friends can come work on their layouts for club, get their hands on the fabulous new book, make some fun Make N Takes and shop in my store. And my regular customers get to drop bye to say hi, grab their books, make some super CUTE make n takes and see how much FUN we have in CLUB! Sounds like a win-win to me! And here is a sneak peak at a cute happy they will each get from me- they are filled with some yummy homemade treats! :)

I will be posting more pics on the Scrap N Play layouts for this month and the cards- OH MY GOODNESS THEY ARE BEAUTIFUL!!!!! LOVE IT! I also made an extra layout tonight to share with my club members. So stay tuned for that artwork but in the mean time here is a picture to wet your whistle on how fabulous the Veranda Kit is for this Month!!!


You are welcome to join us if you are local to Northern Virginia Area or you can join my Club To Go and get the fabulous kit delivered right to your door each month. Would you like more information....simply email me at craftingdivas@cox.net and I would LOVE to fill you in!

come on over for some FUN!!!!

I am so excited for this Friday- it is Scrap N Play day AND I will be sharing the New Spring Idea Book with my local customers! I have been busy today working on a some fun make n takes for everyone to do when they come over to grab their copy of the latest and greatest! I have been trying to use what I have and think my customers enjoy me sharing with them how our paper and stamps are timeless even if they are sadly retired!

So here is a few sneak peaks into 2 of the Make n Takes for Friday....

Close To My Heart Products use: More to Adore Level 2 Paper(retired)
D1194 All my Love- Stamp Set
Chocolate Ink
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CTMH Products Used: More to Adore Level 2 Paper(retired)
D1406 True Friends- January Stamp of the Month
Chocolate Ink
Z1263 Sparkles

I LOVE the January Stamp of the Month- I am having so much fun playing with it and it is definitely one stamp set I find myself trying to use more! You can earn this for FREE with just $100 order or discounted. I just love getting FREEBIES!

Well I have been busy in the "sweat shop" as my sister likes to call it! I am looking forward to seeing my local customers Friday and I cannot wait to see Bridget- waving HI to Bridget! (more on that story later- you are going to love it! It sure brings a smile to my face every time I think about it!)

~Jennifer :)

Scrap N Play!!!!

I am a little behind posting my layouts from December's Scrap N Play Club. I love the jingle layouts and had fun twisting the 2nd layout up a bit. I used the pattern in the guide but I changed the papers up a bit to have a little more holiday feel. I plan on making a 3rd layout with this paper packet and when I do I will share the layout I created. I always challenge my club members to take the extra papers in our kits and keep creating and when they come to club we have fun sharing our extra creations(plus they get a little "happy" from me for sharing!).

I love Club days and I know my customers look forward to their one day a month they get to come over and get their pages completed. It is so fun to have a day set aside once a month for scrapping fun! We would love to have you join us! If you are not local- no problem I do Club to Go! OR you may even think about creating your own club and being the teacher- I would love to have you on my team and train you to run your own fun group! Imagine getting paid sharing your love of crafting!!!

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Second Layout- this is the one I tweaked up the colors compared to the instructions. In the instructions I provided to my Scrap N Play and Club to Go customers I included my twist in the instructions. You can click on any of these pictures to see it bigger. :)
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It feels good to be getting caught up! I am looking forward to our upcoming Scrap N Play date on January 15, 2010- we will be using the new paper collection, Veranda! Plus I will have fun make n takes and the New Spring Idea Book all ready for my local customers. It is going to be a fun double feature day!! And stay tuned as my Newsletter readers know already I have added another fun workshop day each month called...Creative Time.