Pink Paislee | C'est La Vie Cards

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When I received the C'est La Vie collection, I just couldn't wait to sit down and play with all the beautiful embellishments.  Those cork hearts!!  And the mirrored stickers!!  So fabulous!

I whipped up a couple of quick cards using some of my favorite pieces from the collection.

I kept the themes simple so that they can be used as everyday cards.  I try to keep a lot of those on hand to send out when a friend or loved one needs a card.

The simple Me + You theme of my love card could be used as a Valentine's day card, Anniversary card or everyday card.

This collection should be shipping to retailers soon!  I hope you get the chance to pick some of it up.

collection used: C'est La Vie

American Crafts | Happy Together

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The colors and patterns in the new Happy Together collection by Amy Tangerine are so vibrant and upbeat, they coordinate beautifully together.

Supplies:  Amy Tangerine Better Together (373999) Rub on Pens, Amy Tangerine Better Together (3739900) Clear Stickers, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373992) Sticker Book, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373993) Die Cut Shapes,  Amy Tangerine Better Together (373975) Him + Her Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373976) Yin + Yang Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373963) Stars + Stripes Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373966) Push + Pull Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373971) Soap + Water Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373964) Sweet + Sour Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373974) Cloud + Sunshine Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373983) Peanut Butter + Jelly Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373982) Bow + Arrow, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373980) Blogs + Coffee Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373979) Fact + Fiction Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373978) Ladies + Gentlemen Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373977) Knot + Bow Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373973) Mom + Dad Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373972) Jack + Jill Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373962) Each + Every Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373969) Back + Forth Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373967) Near + Far Paper, Amy Tangerine Better Together (373960) Hugs + Kisses Paper, Thumb (ST340276) Sticky Dots 0.5

How To: Cut heart background out of background paper using free cut file from Paige Evans available here http://americancrafts.typepad.com/studio/2015/09/instagram-layout-by-paige-evans.html  Fold each heart over and secure with sticky dots.  Cut small pieces of pattern papers and adhere behind each folded heart.  Use a paint brush and white paint

to flick paint across the page.  Set aside to dry.  Print a small black and white photo and trim into a circle.  Adhere circular photo to center of the layout.  Adhere die cut pieces and stickers throughout the page.  Finish page by adding rub on pen to the bottom 

right of page.

Illustrated Faith | Lead Me To The Cross

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I would like to share a new bible journaling page with you today that was shared on the Illustrated Faith blog, inspired by one of my favorite songs "Lead Me To The Cross" by Hillsong.

This song is so inspirational, and it brings tears to my eyes every time that I hear it, for I am reminded of God's love.  If you are familiar or unfamiliar with the song the lyrics go "Lead me to the cross where your love poured out, bring me to my knees, Lord, I lay me down..."  I could actually go on and on about this song, but the words "Lead me to the cross where your love poured out" always stops me in my tracks, no matter what I am doing at the time, or how busy that I am.  Those lyrics bring a certain humility back to me as I am reminded of God's love and his love for us.  

There are many times in the bible where the words lead me come up.  I decided to do my bible journaling on Psalm 139:10 "Even there your hand shall lead me, and our right hand shall hold me."  We cannot see God, but he can see us.  If we stop and take a moment in our busy lives and ask for guidance we will see that God is giving us subtle hints along the way, and leading us in the way that we should go.  In times of comfort he is holding us, another symbol of God's true love for us.

Supplies: Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Big & Bold Hey Sugar Sugar Stickers, Illustrated Faith Homespun Alphas, Illustrated Faith Thankful Printable, Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Grace .25 Washi Tape, Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Whatever Is Lovely 3x4 paper, Bella Blvd Dots Bell Pepper, Bella Blvd Doodads Oreo Black, Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Precision Pen, Bella Blvd Bold & Beautiful 12x12 Alphabet Stickers, Bella Blvd Fruit Punch 12x12 Alphabet Stickers, Bella Blvd Rainy Day 12x12 Alphabet Stickers, Illustrated Faith Gratitude Documented Stamps, Crossway ESV Journaling Bible Single Column, Liquitex Basics Cadmium Yellow, American Carousel Pink Acrylic Paint, Martha Stewart Deep Sea Acrylic Paint, FolkArt Patina Acrylic Paint, Craftsmart Gray Chalkboard Paint, Folk Art Wicker White Acrylic Paint, StazOn Black dye based ink pad

Pink Paislee | C'est La Vie collection

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C'est La Vie might just be my favorite Pink Paislee line ever!  I mean, bright bold patterns mixed with my favorite colors, graphic lettering and some of the hippest coolest embellishments around!

When I first saw this collection online I thought that I had my favorite pieces picked out.  I always do that with new collections.  But then when it arrived in the mail, I seriously oohed and aahed over it for what seemed to be an embarrassing amount of time.  I really couldn't pick a favorite, so I decided to combine top picks all on one page.

I have always been a huge fan of triangles, angles and black and white stripes, so I combined my love for all three to create my layout base.  Next came the layers - photos, cork embellishments, paper clips, ephemera and words.  I started by placing the words in a vertical design and then just built off of it.

I finished my page by adding some mirrored stickers, washi tape and some simple journaling.  I had the best time playing with this collection and I hope that you love it too!

Collection Used: C'est La Vie

American Crafts | Happy Place

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This week on the American Crafts blog is Happy Place week!  We are sharing projects using Dear Lizzy's new collection!

I love the tropical designs mixed with bold and pastel patterns in the Happy Place collection.  They brought this design together in a snap.

Supplies: Dear Lizzy Happy Place (373670) - Accent & Phrase Stickers, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (373676) - Rub On Pens, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (373671) - Die-Cut Shapes, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (3736688) - Accent & Phrase Stickers, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (373675) - Tassels, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (373652) - Patterned Paper Bahama Mama, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (373641) - Patterned Paper Be Free, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (373649) - Patterned Paper Beachy Betsy, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (373640) - Patterned Paper Kokomo, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (373644) - Patterned Paper Lemon Berry, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (3736500) - Patterned Paper Tropical Tango, Dear Lizzy Happy Place (373653) - Patterned Paper Wild Watermelon, Bazzill (BCS12) - White Smooth Cardstock, American Crafts (AM71-766) - Black Cardstock

How To: Use scissors to fussy cut around Kokomo patterned paper.  Cut around some of the hexagons and leave some open, use adhesive to adhere design to white cardstock paper.  Handcut some hexagons from various patterned papers and adhere to background design in a sporadic pattern.  Handcut hexagons from black cardstock and adhere to background design.  Use a sewing machine with white thread to stitch some of the pieces down.  Use a dropper to splash black ink across the page.  Print a small 3" x 3" black and white photo and adhere to the center of page.  Thread a paper clip with tassels and clip on to photos.  Adhere die cuts to page.  Spell out the title "Noteworthy Yes" using accent & phrase stickers.  Adhere phrase stickers underneath photo.  Finish layout by embellishing with rub on pens.

Thanks for stopping by today!

Exclusive Elle's Studio January Kit + Extras

Exclusive January kit from Elle's Studio is ready for purchase now.

Check out our Design Team Gallery.  You can bookmark your favorites, leave comments and see close ups of our design team's projects in our gallery.

Here are my January 2016 creations:

For a list of supplies used on all my projects please visit my gallery.

*The Exclusive kit is available today, on the 10th for $9.99 and then the price goes to $11.99 at midnight PST. *

*The kit is exclusive to Elle's Studio and a limited edition - once the kit is sold out is gone for ever! *

*Our add-ons are also limited and while supplies last, and are made to coordinate with the kit. *

January Kit: http://www.shopellesstudio.com/Elle-s-Studio-January-2016-Kit.html

You're The Sweetest Stamp: http://www.shopellesstudio.com/You-re-The-Sweetest-Stamp.html

Vellum Hearts: http://www.shopellesstudio.com/Vellum-Hearts.html

Adore You Acrylic: http://www.shopellesstudio.com/Adore-You-Acrylic.html

This Is Love Printables: http://www.shopellesstudio.com/This-Is-Love-Printables.html

January Digital Cut Files: http://www.shopellesstudio.com/January-Digital-Cut-File2016.html

Design Team Gallery For  Brand New  Inspiration:   http://shopellesstudio.com/gallery/design_team/

American Crafts | Winter

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This hot cocoa bar will keep you warm during the winter. You could also give these treats out as gifts to friends, neighbors and teachers.

Supplies: DIY Shop 3 (370879) - Tacks Gold Hearts, DIY Shop 3 (370887) - Metal Word Bobbies Gold & Silver, DIY Shop 3 (370890) - Gift Tags & String, DIY Shop 3 (370894) - Muslin Treat bags, DIY Shop 3 (98698) - Chalk Markers, DIY Shop 3 (370898) - Banner Kit, Maggie Holmes Confetti Party Kit (683715) - Crocheted Doily Garland Kit

How To:  Fill three jars with hot cocoa and marshmallows. Take gold twine from banner kit and wrap around each jar, tying on a gift tag to each. Embellish each tag with gold heart tacks. Fill muslin treat bags with sweets and adhere a metal word bobbie to each bag.  Enjoy!

Illustrated Faith | Believe

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Hiya friends!  I had a post on the Illustrated Faith blog this week sharing how to create a pocket page within your devotional.

 "Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her!"  Luke 1:45 NIV.  In this verse Mary believed what the angel had spoke to her.  She was blessed not only in the act of believing, but because her promise would certainly be fulfilled.  In your personal walk with the Lord are you listening to his voice and believing in his promises?

Creating a pocket within your advent journal

If you're like me, you have a love for pockets and extra spaces to keep tags, notes and special reminders.  I decided to create my own handmade pocket within my advent journal.  First, start by measuring the dimensions of your pages.  Next, take your desired patterned paper and fold it in half (making sure that both sides will fit into the measurement of your book).  Use your paper trimmer or scissors to cut off excess paper.

Trim a second piece of patterned paper into a small strip and adhere to the top of your folded pocket page.

Use a sewing machine and white thread to stitch all three sides of the pocket page, left, bottom and right (being sure to keep the top portion open).  Stitch page directly into book.

Place tags, paper clips and other notes and memorabilia into your stitched pocket page and enjoy!

Supplies:  

Illustrated Faith Advent Journal, Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd You Rule Bible Mat, Illustrated Faith Precision Pen .35, Illustrated Faith Emily's Patterns 4x6 Stamp Set, Bella Blvd White 12x12 Alphabet Stickers, Bella Blvd Black 12x12 Alphabet Stickers, Bella Blvd Pretty Boy 12x12 Alphabet Stickers, Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Praisworthy 12x12 Paper,  Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Admirable 12x12 Paper,  Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Typed Practice What You Peach Stickers,  Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Mini Bless Her Heart #1002,  Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Mini Bless Her Heart #1002, Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Mini Olive You #1003, Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Mini Mint To Be #1004, Illustrated Faith by Bella Blvd Mini Mrs. Blueberry #1005, Bella Blvd Tiny Text Bold & Beautiful, Bella Blvd Tiny Text Bold & Beautiful, Bella Blvd Tiny Text Rainy Day, Stazon Black Ink Pad

SBC | January 2016 Planner

Hi friends,

I'm sharing a planner spread on the Scrapbook Circle blog today using their January Fresh Start kit.

Here's a look at how I'm planning out my month.

I used the main kit along with the Shine and New Day Add-ons.  I do my planner ahead of time - at the beginning of each month  and write down all of my deadlines and special dates such as events and birthday's and then I add to it throughout the month. The Fancy Pants Happy Place Mixed Word and Shape Puffy Stickers (included in the main kit) are perfect for planning. 

This kit is great for planning, if you haven't already, stop by today to pick one up in the Scrapbook Circle store.

Elle's Studio| DT Announcement

Hi everyone, I have been holding back exciting news, and I just cannot wait to share!  I have been asked to join the Elle's Studio 2016 Design Team!!!

I am so excited to join this talented team for the year!  Here is a sneak peek of one of my up and coming projects!!  

The upcoming January kit + extras and DT gallery reveal will be live on Sunday, January 10th at 8:00 am PST.  Please note: all kits + extras (stamp, acrylics, etc.) are available while supplies last. Kits are available on the 10^th for $9.99 for our launch day special price, on January 11th they return to their regular price of $11.99.

Please take the time to visit all of these talented girls today and take a peek at their upcoming projects!!  Also, don't forget to stop by the Elle’s Studio blog to see January sneak peeks!!

Alissa Fast: http://alissafast.typepad.com 
Allie Stewart: http://www.magicalmesses.com/

Candi Billman: http://www.filoeyecandi.com/
Daniela Dobson: http://danieladobson.blogspot.com/
Gina Lideros: http://canoncreativegirl.blogspot.com/  You Are Here!!
Jamie Leija: http://paperheartproject.blogspot.com/
Jen Schow: http://www.craftyjenschow.com/

Jill Sprott: http://wordplaywordwork.blogspot.com/

Kay Rogers: http://rogerskk.typepad.com  

Maggie Massey: http://www.midwesterngirldiy.com/

Meghann Andrew: http://www.meghannandrew.com/
Melissa Mann: http://melissamann.typepad.com/

Michelle Wedertz: http://michellewedertz.blogspot.com/

Nancy Damiano: http://www.thepaperorchard.blogspot.com/
Toni From: http://tonifromdesigns.blogspot.com/