Christmas 2011

I know most people are putting away their Christmas craft supplies this time of year but I wanted to get my '2011 Christmas' layout done before I wrap it up for this holiday season.  We have a family Christmas album that holds just our Christmas memories so I like to scrap that year while it's still fresh in my mind.  Plus, I'm never behind for that album! :)

Here's my layout for 2011.  Sometimes I do a double and a single layout because we take SO many pictures at Christmas. But, this year I was able to really get a good group of highlight shots so a double layout worked!

Sorry about the lighting, for some reason this picture has a yellow-tint?

Here is a little closer look at each page.  I LOVE the bright colors!  The patterned paper is pretty busy so I tried to keep the page simple, but cute.

The ribbon on each photo mat is a felt-type ribbon that I found in the Christmas Clearance section for $0.59!  Love those bargains!

I also added a touch of sparkle using either Martha Stewart Glitter Glue (for the present) or DCWV Glitter paper (the white trim on the Santa hats and the ornament).

Please let me know if you'd like to know what materials I've used.  I never know if I should post them :).

Tomorrow I'll be back with a banner that any 'cheese-head' is sure to love :)
Thanks for stopping! 

Welcome to 2012

Hello 2012!  SO glad to see you :)

One of my goals for the new year is to make/send all homemade cards.  Scrap-booking is really my first love but I'm diggin' the response I get from my loved ones that receive my homemade goods.  They are filled with so much joy when they receive something that I put my blood, sweat, tears, {and love} into.  

Here's my first project of the year!  I just LOVE how my little owl turned out.  

Total CUTENESS!  I didn't put a sentiment inside the card because I typically like to write a little special note.  :)

 

Sorry for the weird angle, my easel was hiding.  (Also, on my list of goals -- figure out my camera, LOL!)

Materials:

• Cardstock (from my scraps)
• A2 size Card
• Owl-Cricut Lite Hoot N' Holler
• Balloon-Birthday Bash
• Cuttlebug Embossing Folder (Happy Birthday)
• Scrappy Mom's Bakers Twine  (Charcoal)
• White Gelly Roll Pen

Hope your first day of 2012 is a great one!