Autumn, the year’s last, loveliest smile…

Autumn Trees with watermark

I’d love Autumn even more if it’d turn right back into Spring.

I’ve been saying for days, I need to take a picture of these beautiful trees.

Yesterday morning, we got about an hour of beautiful sunshine between the rain and clouds.

So… I ran right out to take this picture.

I love all the vibrant colors.

(This is the view I used to have out my bathroom window until they put a couple houses in my way.)

Have a great day!

Getting ready for a Craft Bazaar?

Cinnamon Cookie Ornament

Today I’m putting the finishing touches on the one and only craft show I do all year.

My house still smells great from these Cinnamon Cookie Ornaments.Altered VersaGrip Magnetic Sign Holder

This month’s Deflect’o Design Team box was perfect in helping me get ready for the show.

I love this flexible, magnetic sign holder.  I wanted to give the holder a little vintage flair

so I sponged “Spiced Chai” Stazon ink to the base and wrapped the base with a

pine stem.  A little washi tape, ribbon and red jingle bell (of course) and my display

stand was finished.  I love that it sticks perfectly onto my metal mini cupcake tin.

magnetic stand close up cinnamon cookie ornaments close up

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the Deflecto Design Team I have been provided product in exchange for my creative ideas, views and opinions.”

Decoupage Halloween Treat Bowl

Smoothfoam Halloween Treat Bowl with Watermark

I made this decoupage Halloween Treat Bowl with the help of my 4-year-old grandson, Nick.  (It may or may not have gone a little quicker without his help.)  Since Halloween is for the kids anyway, it didn’t matter if the paper was perfectly smooth.

Confession:  I’m a little bit of a craft hoarder.  (neatly contained though)  I have been hanging onto this Martha Stewart Halloween tissue paper for a few years.  I guess I’ve been waiting for just the perfect project like this one.

Smoothfoam Halloween Treat Bowl Products with Watermark

To make the project you’re going to need a few simple ingredients:

  • 12″ Smoothfoam half-ball
  • Mod Podge Gloss Lustre
  • Halloween-themed tissue paper
  • Foam Brush or Small Paintbrush
  • Eager 4-year-old  (optional)

Cut the tissue paper into small squares.  I started with 3″ squares and added some random sizes. Decoupage the tissue paper onto the half ball with Mod Podge

Smoothfoam Halloween Treat Bowl Bottom

Tip:  For my bowl, I started on the bottom and worked my way up.  At the time, I thought it was a good idea. By the time I got to the top of the bowl I was getting a little more random in how I placed my tissue paper. Next time I think I’ll start at the top of the bowl and work my way down. I really like the way the bottom turned out.

Smoothfoam Halloween Treat Bowl with Watermark 2

Fill with treats and enjoy.  (don’t forget to buy an extra bag or two for yourself)

Disclosure:  This project was created for and sponsored by Smoothfoam.

Best Friends Mini Album

Clear Scraps My Mind's Eye Best Friends Mini Album

Remember being in Junior High when your best friends were the most important thing?

Here’s a mini album that’s perfect for capturing life’s special little memories.

It’s also the perfect size to hold all those school pictures the kids are starting to hand out.

The album measures only 3″.  (how cute it that?)

Clear Scraps Best Friends Mini Album My Mind's Eye product Used

Clear Scraps partnered with My Mind’s Eye this month with some great products to use.

My Mind’s Eye Products:

  • NT1082 Now & Then 6″ x 6″ Designer Paper Pad
  • NT1086 Now & Then Decorative Tape
  • NC1074 Alpha & Word Stickers
  • NC1067 Decorative Brads
  • NC1072 Enamel Shapes
  • NC1072 Enamel Dots

This project was created for and sponsored by Clear Scraps.

Sue’s Holiday Workshop

Holiday Workshop Collage 2014

Once again, I’m excited to be hosting my annual event “Sue’s Holiday Workshop”.

We will be crafting up a storm making cards, tags, a mini album, ornaments, holiday votive and more.

The price is only $40.00 which includes lunch and prizes for all.
For more information or to register email me at: suesholidayworkshop@yahoo.com

I look forward to seeing you there!

Getting ready for that time of year again…

I know, I know… Many of you may think I might be rushing this a little bit.

But… as a designer and crafter I’m starting to feel a time crunch.

So many projects, so little time.  (time’s a wasting)

Christmas Crafting 2

Something I look forward to getting every month is my box of goodies from Deflecto.

Getting this box is like receiving a Christmas present.

So thoughtfully packed with colored tissue paper.

I really need to take of picture of the box. (so much fun)

This months box was stuffed full of storage and organizing products.

One of the many cool storage products I received from Deflecto Craft Solutions was this

great carousel organizer.  This particular carousel has nine canisters, six 3″ and three 6″.

The carousel spins and is a great place to store all my holiday embellishments in one place.

I also received some great storage cubes, which made me want/need to reorganize my studio.

With all the things I collect (I mean use) I needed more.

Deflecto generously offered to send me some more cubes.  (you’ve got to love that!)

I will post more pictures of my organizing efforts after they arrive.

Refrigerator Magnets

Another cool “NEW, COMING SOON” product is the:  Customizable Magnetic Craft Sheets

White magnetic sheets can be painted or papered. Cuts easily with scissors or craft punches.
Great for kids projects
.

magnet sheets

I decided to make “refrigerator art” using my magnetic sheets.

I covered the white side of the magnetic sheet with decorative paper and cut it out with a die-cut.

Deflecto Christmas Magnets
“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the Deflecto Design Team I have been provided product in exchange for my creative ideas, views and opinions.”

Save the Date

Save the Date 2014

I’ve clung onto Summer as long as I could. Now it’s time to start working on this years Holiday Workshop. As much as I love Summer, I really LOVE crafting for Fall and Christmas.
(Did you notice I said Christmas and not Winter? As soon as December is over I’m ready for Spring.)

Thank You to everyone who took the time to answer my questions regarding the date of the Workshop. The majority choose Saturday, November 15th. The date is set and confirmed and I’m excited to jump right in.   More Details coming soon.

 

Grandkids are Blessings

Grandkids are Blessings Layout with Truck

I have two adorable grandsons who are just the sweetest little guys.

I just love being around these two.  So many smiles, hugs and lots and lots of love.

Being a grandma is Wonderful.  (Although I’m sure I don’t look old enough to be a grandma)

My Grandkids are definitely a Blessing.

The “Grandkids are Blessings” Layout was made with:          (*affiliate link)

Tip:  I sprayed the Irresistible Texture sprays fairly thick on the front of the word “blessings” and allowed a couple of hours to dry before adhering to my page with Glaz On.

This project was created for and sponsored by Clear Scraps.

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