Layouts created at the All Fired Up Crop!

I had such a great time this weekend at the All Fired Up Crop at West Sayville, NY.
There were over 40 ladies scrapping, chatting and having a good time.  After procrastinating and walking around chatting with everyone, I finally settled down and committed to do a few layouts:

This layout was put together with PersonalScrapper's March 2012 Kit, the papers features Simple Stories Pattern Paper with American Crafts cardstock, there was all sorts of goodies, such as the Basic Grey embellies, various buttons and bling.  The journaling label (Scenic Route) was the only item added from my stash:

This second layout was put together with PersonalScrappers February 2012 Kit featuring Basic Grey Pattern Papers with American Crafts cardstock.  The layout was based on a sketch from Lisa Hidy one of the fabulous women from the Personal Scrapper Forum.
A tip to make banners like this: Cut Strips of paper to your desired width and length, then grab a square punch, angle to to your liking and punch.  If you align it just so you will have even sides on the banner.  To complete the page I used my Notes & Details Stamp from Stampin Up for the journaling:

The third layout was also made from PersonalScrappers Feb 2012 kit and another sketch from Lisa! (Can you tell I love her sketches!)   I added the Making Memories Journaling Die Cut and punched the smaller hearts from Stampin' Up's Heart to Heart Punch:



Time to get dinner on the table, come back tomorrow to see a few more layouts!

Christmas 2010 layouts

I know!  I am really late,I scrapped last years Christmas layouts during Personalscrappers New Years Crop last week. All I have left is Christmas 2011, I am ready to go.  The pictures are already printed and as soon as inspiration comes along I will work on it but don't be surprised if you see Christmas in July!
Until then, here are some of my layouts for 2010 layouts:

If you need an idea on what to do with all those Christmas cards you receive, try making a layout showcasing the photo cards with a pocket to hold all other Christmas cards like this layout here:

52 Weeks of Challenges at PersonalScrapper.com!!

I have seriously been slacking on the 52 weeks of challenges- so I decided to do a few to catch up this weekend and fulfill the summer camp challenges (Love 2 for 1's)
This layout was based on the Memories Challenge- I found this picture of my dd at 6months old that I want to scrap:

Layout was put together using the echo park playground pp, thickers, kaisercrafts rhinestones and fiskars punch (ribbon was in my stash-I don't remember where it is from)

Next layout was based on Debbie's Camp Challenge she listed 20 items that the layouts must have and I was able to have 19 items:

Most items are from Stampin' Up except for the Corrugated alphas: Jillibean, sequin ribbon: Maya Road 

Next layout is based on Debbies Camp challenge: Red for sunburn, bumps for mosquito bites, numbers for SPF rating:

Here is my layout:

Pattern Paper:Fancy Pants, Paper: Bazzil, Lettering: Scenic Route, Flowers & Bling: Bo Bunny, Date label: basic grey, embossing folder: cuttlebug

Summertime Challege: Create a layout based on what you like to do in the Summer- My favorite place to go is the Beach, my kids love to Boogie Board:

Layout based on a sketch from:Sketch Support, pattern paper: fancy pants (Personal scrapper July 11 kit)

Challenge: use one of Lisa's sketch.

I used Lisa's July sketch with PersonalScrappers July kit (layout was done in less than 30 minutes!!!)

Sketch:

And Layout:

I will be spending the next couple of days catching up on the rest!!!  Stay tuned or join in on the fun of PersonalScrappers.com 52 Weeks of Challenges.

PersonalScrapper Crops Rock!!

I love personalscrapper crops.  They give me just enough of a push to get my pictures, paper and tools out and put some layouts together with each challenge.

Challenge: Valentine

While these cards are not my originals (we made them during Stamp Canp at Judy's)

They are soo cute.  I love the little girl and I love the skunk (inside states I stink your sweet)

These cards were given to my daughter, hubby and son and were made with all Stampin' Up Supplies.

Challenge: Combine 3 PS kits

 I used Jan 08, Jan 10 & Jan 11 Kits.  This is probably my least favorite that I made during the crop but the pictures are down and a story was told!

Challenge: Use up a PS Kit

I used up the remaining scraps I had left of this Kit (Jan 08).

Challenge: Use at least 10 buttons on a layout

All the buttons are in my rainbow :)

Challenge: Scraplift

I lifted Erica and Addies Crop Prize layout.  (I love these papers, these were given to the participants as a prize from last months crop)

Pictures in the layout were taken by my daughter.

Challenge: Animals

yes that is my dog smelling (maybe eating) dandelions

Challenge: Sketch it

Create a layout using Lisa's crop sketch.  I just love Lisa's sketch adn used the new Bella Blvd & Echo Park Little girl pp. 

Challenge: Misc

This layout did not fit under any of the challenges.  I just wanted to get these pics scrap (and a reason to use the papers) 

Challenge: Winter

Create a layout about your winter or some of your activities.

Challenge: Dusty Tools

I used stamps (from Stampin Up) & a die cut ric rac for this page.

Challenge: Favorite Things

This is one of the valentines cards that my daughter put together for her class for Valentines Day.

(Not bad for an 8 year old!)

Don't forget you have until March 31st to take advantage of Stampin' Up's SALE-A-BRATION.  For every 50 dollars you spend you can pick out a free item from the Sale A Bration catalogue.  These items you cannot buy and they are super cute.  I just ordered a ton of stuff and can't wait to play.

If you host a workshop during Sale-A-Bration and make at least $300 in sales you not only earn free hostess sets but you also earn free sale-a-bration items!

I have a workshop scheduled at my home on March 5th!  I plan to do one layout and a card or 2.  If you would like to stop by and join us or schedule your own workshop please contact me at: Lydia_Jimenez@hotmail.com