More DIY Smash Book

I was at Craft Warehouse, where they have a display of all the goodies that you can get to do into your Smash Book, and I saw some large pockets.  I decided to make some of my own for my book.

 I took a 6 1/2" x 9 1/2" Brochure envelope, sealed it and then measured up 4" on opposite sides to create the diagonal cut.  I then inked the edges, got out some 7 Gypsies papers and covered them.  I dug into my box of stuff on my desk,  picked out a couple of trimmings that were leftover from other projects, and embellished a little.  I used my stickers to title the pockets "Stuff" and "Things".

My husband and I had a movie date today!!!  Here is what I did with the tickets.

I did buy the Smash polka dot tape.  I love it!  Since it is on a roll, I can store it on one of the book rings that bind my book.  Always handy that way!

The Summer DIY Smash Book!

On the Counterfeit Kit Challenge Blog there is a summer challenge to create a "Smash" book with your existing supplies modeled after the new Smash Books by K and Company.  The blog is here if you want to go check it out.

Here are the supplies from my stash that I gathered to do this three month project.

 I went for my 7 Gypsies stash first.  I had this wonderful journaling page set that Jackie gave me and I had not found the perfect project,until now.  I gathered up a bunch of stickers for journaling spots...

 Then I raided some other things, some more stickers, journaling spots, and some post-it type notes I had from past stuff.

More stickers to add to the mix.

This is what I came up with...

 I covered chipboard with a grocery sack, kind of reminiscent of the book covers we did in High School.  I figured I can doodle on it if I want.  I added some blink and a wooden butterfly.

 Some of my pages so far.  My theme is pretty much whatever I want.  I raided some stuff I had saved in my "pile".  I went through a folder of pictures.  I am putting random stuff that makes me happy.

 More stuff...I LOVE THIS PICTURE OF MY HUSBAND AND MY GRANDSON!

 More of Cooper.  I was practicing making a new flower, I smashed it in.  At our weekly inservice at work, our reflection was the quote from "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure."  That had to be added.  I smashed in receipts from my weekend shopping.  It looks like a lot, but I saved money by spending money!!!

This is a card my husband gave me just recently for "Wifey Appreciation Day".  I love that he makes up reasons to do this!!!

 Some of my favorite pics of me and my husband...I put them on an envelope, there are love notes he has written me inside.

This is an 8x8 plastic paper organizer with a zipper pocket that I picked up at a dollar store a long time ago. I punched holes and it now houses my stuff to add to my book.

What do you think???

Stay Crafty

Crocheted Beaded Bracelet

I found the pattern for this adorable bracelet through Ravelry, and you can find it here at
futuregirl craft blog.  I made it in 1/2 hour...isn't it just too fun?  It features a button closure used up a bunch of pink beads I had that I didn't know I was saving just for this project.  :-)  Thanks for looking!

Halloween Card Swap

I know, it's a little early for Halloween, but I am doing another swap on Splitcoaststampers!  It's a card swap and I am submitting 10 of these cards, and will get 10 different ones back for all of the holidays of the year.  I used up some scraps I had (once again trying to use up my stash!).  I stamped the ghost image, and embossed with white embossing powder.  I discovered something as well...if you thread the embroidery floss through the button, then stick it to the card, you now have something more sturdy to hold it so you can tie the knot easier!  I always tied it first, but this way was so much simpler, especially since I did so many of them!  I created the sentiment on the inside with my computer.  I also utilized one of their card sketches as a template for my pattern.  What do you think?

Have a bootiful day!

Recipe Swap Cards

I am totally addicted to joining recipes swaps. Over at Splitcoaststampers I have joined many swaps. Here are a couple of the last cards I have made for the "Celebrate Cinco de Mayo" recipe swap. I love that I can combine my love for scrapbooking and stamping with my love for cooking! TFL!!

Stay crafty, my friends.

Triple Fold Paper Bag Mini Album

Just some more pictures to go along with the tutorial on A Creative Operation. Enjoy!

Lollipop covers

Here is a cute way to dress up suckers, great for creating a gift basket!