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Today I am showing you this card I made for my son's birthday. I followed the newest sketch by MojoMonday #314.

I did put this card together in record time as I already had the bear made. I also used the modern version of saying Happy Birthday!

Thanks for stopping by today!!

Supplies:

Doodlebug Designs - boys only PP
Sticker Letters
Piercing Tool
Treasure Box Design SVG file

HAPPY HARVEST

It has been a very long while since I have made a LO using mostly die cuts. I ALMOST forgotten how much fun that can be. This LO actually came together quickly - after I got all the pieces cut out and put together how I wanted.

I didn't feel the need to journal on this LO as I felt the pictures speak for themselves.

All the die cuts came from Treasure Box Designs. But I did quite a bit of mixing and matching of several files to get the look I wanted.

I followed this sketch #309 from scrapbook challenges.

Supplies:

BoBunny's Apple Cider Collection
-pattern paper
-stickers
-brads
Treasure Box Design SVG files
Stitching

SEIZE THE DAY (Please use handles provided)

Hello peeps! I know, I've been very busy and really haven't been much around. One of the things I've been so busy with is my new photography website and blog. Please check it out at www.vivianrlakephotography.com

My latest LO is of my son learning to ride his bike without training wheels. If you are a parent, you know what a big deal this is!! Also, as a parent, you can probably relate to what I'm about to reveal.

You see, these pictures have so many meanings. They helped my son realize that Daddy was no longer holding on, that he was riding without help. These pictures not only capture a huge milestone, but also show how big my child has gotten. (Right after he learned to ride, we got him a bigger bike.) But the most profound meaning to these pictures is that they convey the first steps to true independence.  This moment happened in the Spring of 2013. Ever since this day, my son truly began playing and making friends independently of us, his parents.  After a few turns in the neighborhood with one of us, he immediately began exploring riding alone. Crossing the neighborhood street came quickly after. And very closely after that came new friends. So honestly, this LO is a mother's joy and heartbreak as I watch my son grow up oh too quickly.

Supplies:
EP: Scoot PP and stickers
October Afternoon die cuts
Rub-ons from somewhere
BG Brads
Paper Piercer
Wooden bicycle
October Afternoon buttons

100% Boy

Hey there! Today I would like to share with you my latest LO.  I have been too long away from my beloved hobby and am having a hard time navigating around my scrap room.

To be honest, I didn't really know what title to give this photo. So much is actually going on behind the scenes. The hat my son is wearing was new and he pulled it off so well! I am trying constantly to improve my photography skills and was wanting to get a fabulous shot of my son with his hat. At first, he was being a total goofball and uncooperative.  So I dug down into all the information I've been piling into my head and asked him to talk about his friends at school, which is what he is doing in this photo.

So this LO is actually about many things: my goofy kid with his scrapped knees, his new and awesome hat, and me.

Thanks for stopping by today!

EP Paper - All About a Boy

Stenciling, wooden embellishments, stickers and buttons

From CC - Boys will be Boys. I distressed the blue paper.

Taking a photo of a photo is too hard. Here is
the original photo.

BABY BUNNY CARD

Thought I was gone forever? Just busy with life!! Finally finished this card I started a couple weeks ago. That's gotta be some kind of record for me - taking that long to finish anything.

The bright side is I also started on some Christmas birdies for Christmas cards - coming soon! (Yes, I gotta get started early on cards!)

Enjoy! Thanks for stopping by!

Supplies:

Freebie Bunny - Treasure Box Designs
My Craft Spot Tiny Stamp
Spellbinders
Pebbles Cloud
EP 6x6 Bundle of Joy PP
Paper Piercer
Button

First Day of Kindergarten

Hello Peeps! Sorry I've been away so long. A LOT has been going on and I've been a bit distracted. Can you believe this LO took me two weeks to complete? That's how busy I've been!!

This is a photo of my son on picture day last year - not his actual first day of kindergarten. Two weeks later = same difference right? I was NOT going to buy those horrible school photos so I took my own and I have to say I love the results. Although I'm a photographer who loves eyes, this picture really suits my child's young personality. So in a way, this photo represents many different aspects.

I purposely kept this LO simple. I still love negative space but wanted to make something without a TBD bear.

Thanks for stopping by today!!

Title is from MissKateCuttables

I simply love the little wood embellishments. You can decorate them
but I prefer plain and simple for a boy LO.

Supplies:

EP: Notes to Self PP

EP: Notes to Self stickers

MissKateCuttables: Diecut title

Wood embellishments

Buttons from October Afternoon

What's Moo?

Happy Birthday Mom!!

Today I would like to share with you a card I made for my mom's birthday. She loves cows!! I used the Tiny Treasure Cow from Treasure Box Designs for this card.

P.S. I know I have MIA for the last couple weeks. Lots of family in town kept me very busy!!!

Supplies:
TBD: Tiny Treasure Cow
EK Punch
My Craft Spot Stamp
MME: Rosy 6x6 PP
Handmade flower

Precious Little Baby

TREASURE BOX DESIGNS

Yep, you guessed it . . . another bear card. I LOVE making bears!!!

OH - the flower is handmade by me!!!  I followed Mojo Monday's sketch #254.

Thanks for stopping by today!!!

Supplies:
MME: Follow Your Heart (background paper)
Scrap paper for rest of card
TBD: Freebie Bear
Pearls
Leaf Punches
My Craft Spot Tiny Tags
Handmade flower (by me!)

COOL DUDE!

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Hey there Peeps!! Today I here to share with you an absolutely fun LO of my nephew!! This is the first time I have used hexagons and I LOVE them!!

The large die cut is Twinkle Tot Sidney from TBD's!! I made it quite a while back with no idea of how I was going to use such a large cut. I think it is a little over 5.5" tall. Most of my cuts are usually 4" or under.

Well, it went perfect with this LO don't ya' think?

I followed this sketch from page maps almost perfectly. Did I tell you how much I love how this turned out!!???

Thanks for stopping by today!!

My sister likes little monsters on her son's LO's. For me, I reached
for the bright colors! This LO is made from nothing but scraps of BoBunny's
AD LIB collection.

A close-up of Twinkle Tot Sidney. He does
come with sunglasses to place on top of hat, but my
Cricut chews up small detailed items.

  

LOOK at that!! I managed to use a Cricut cartridge!!
The title is from Boys will be Boys!

Supplies:

scrap paper from BoBunny's AD LIB collection
white card stock
hole piercer/foam mat
Tim Holt's ruler
TBD's: Twinkle Tot Sidney
CC: Boys will by Boys
SCAL: Hexagons
buttons from stash
Dymo labeler

WISH BIG

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Hey peeps!! Ready for another bear card!!?? Well, if your not I made one anyway! *snort* 

I got to try out my new Martha Stewart circle edge punch for this card. I like it, but gonna want a different pattern for the future.

Without further ado, here is my card featuring "Beary Fairy" from TBD!! She's pretty cute isn't she??

My Cricut really has trouble with overly small details. So I did not cut out the bow for the wand, nor the heart for the crown or the flower for the dress.  The flower and leaves on the dress as well as the jewels on the crown are all embellishments from my stash. Not only does it add charm, but it really is much easier that way.

I followed MojoMonday sketch #287.

Thanks for stopping by today!!

Supplies:
TBD: Tear Bear "Beary Fairy"
Martha Stewart Circle Edge Punch
My Craft Spot "Tiny Tags" stamp
MME 6x6 PP: Tangerine
Jewel Embellishments from stash
Gold Stickles (star on wand)
Stitching

FRIENDS FOREVER

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I was inspired to make this card for "My Craft Spot's" #102 Cute as a Bug challenge! I picked a sentiment from their Tiny Tags line and put in on a tiny doilies die cut (also from my craft spot).

I loosely followed Mojo's Sketch #278. Remember, if you just change the sentiment for your own needs, you practically have a card for any occasion (except maybe Christmas).

Thanks for stopping by!! Happy Crafting!!

Supplies:
TBD Tiny Treasure: Lady Bug
My Craft Spot Doilies
My Craft Spot Tiny Tags Sentiment
MME: 6x6 PP Rosy
Gold Bling

BEST DAY

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In September 2010, my family took our first trip to Disney World. One of the parks we visited was "Blizzard Beach". It was the BEST decision we could have made for our little guy. Disney World itself was fun, but Blizzard Beach was a BLAST!!!

It was the right time to be at Disney World. Plenty hot (still in the 90's) but practically no lines and empty beaches really made for a stress free vacation.

Technically, my son is still three during this trip. He showed no fear and just loved every ride!!!! I'm glad I invested in a disposable film water camera (remember those!!). Not great photos, but the best camera is the one you have with you!!!!

Journaling reads: Disney World's Blizzard Beach was the best part of our vacation. Joscelin went on every ride he could. The park closed at 5 p.m. He was fast asleep by 5:15 p.m. and slept 'til the next day.

This LO didn't quite turn out the way I wanted, but I still think it's cute. Thanks for stopping by today!!!

The LO is actually on white cardstock. There is a subtle shadow over it making it
look slightly gray.

TBD Swim bear up close. I used scraps from BoBunny
for the shorts and towel.

TBD's Tiny Treasure Sun and Clouds!! Great for any project!

Supplies:

EP "A Perfect Summer"

--Pattern Paper

--Stickers

Stitching

October Afternoon Buttons

SCAL for the title

Treasure Box Designs die cut files

Brads

Swirly Embossing Plate (clouds)

I think you're Amazing!

Treasure Box Designs

Last year, my little boy graduated from "pre-school". He was just so cute and proud to be wearing his cap and gown. Of course, I have a rather tall "little guy" and his cap was too small for his head!! He was named "super student" cause he was the only one in his class who knew all his sight words.

As his mother, I'm really hoping this is just the beginning of an awesome academic career. He LOVES to learn and often asks us to read non-fiction books over his simpler age-appropriate ones. I find it so AMAZING the information my little man retains.

I found this sketch by Kristine Davidson recently and fell in love with it! Just had to use it for this LO! The tricky part is incorporating TBD die cut files into my LO's. Basically, I just can't seem to go wrong with using the Tear Bears!!

The actual photo of my child is not that "overdone". Taking a photo
of a photo seems to be a lost cause for me.

I was particular pleased with how this cluster turned out.
Using a circle template, I punched another circle around the original
for extra effect.

Treasure Box Designs' Tear Bear: Graduate

Supplies:
EP: This & That PP and stickers
Stars, circles and rectangles cut using SCAL
Circle Template
Stitching with machine
Buttons by October Afternoon
Brads
Metal "clip" embellishment
Dymo Labeler
Coordinations Cardstock

Supplies to make bear's face:
White Gel Pen
Black Faber Castille Pencil
.005 Micron Pen
Blender Pen
White Prismacolor Pencil