Unhappy Princess

A couple of months ago I purchased a "Cinderella" dress for our daughter. Apparently she did NOT like the idea and was more than happy to let me know (she's two). I HAD to grab the camera because I knew I never wanted to forget this moment. ;)   Sure enough - as soon as she was distracted with a toy, she couldn't have cared less about the dress.

I laugh every.single.time I see these pictures. (Does that make me a bad mom?)

Below is a single digital scrapbook page I put together this afternoon in My Digital Studio. I hope you'll get a good laugh!  (Click the pic for a closer peek)

I used one of our newer digital downloads - our Melon Mambo Pom Pom trim.  I love the look of this download!  If digital crafting isn't for you, we sell it for all "hands on" crafting as well!!! This adorable trim (available in Melon Mambo, Tangerine Tango, and Daffodil Delight) is in our current Occasions Mini Catalogue and will only be available until the end of this month!!!  You don't want to miss out on this!  Give me a call to place your order or order online anytime and have it delivered to your door!

Happy Stamping!

Another Rainy Day Project

It's raining. If you know me well, you know I'm not much of an outdoors type of girl unless it's sunny and warm out! With this cold damp weather, I have no plans to go out today and decided to digi-scrap the photo of me and four of my downline at the Stampin' Up! Regional Seminar we attended in Vancouver last month.

This particular layout is not my own - a fellow demonstrator had created it and I loved it immediately, so I copied it.  ;)   The stamp set I used on this page is called "Bliss" and is actually one of the FREE Sale-a-Bration selections.  It's from the digital content CD which includes digital stamp sets, Designer Paper, Quick Accents, ribbon, buttons and a Decor Elements image - all on ONE CD!!  Digital items can be used in My Digital Studio or another digital software program!

This particular set is available as an actual stamp set as well!

Love it. 

Don't forget - Sale-a-Bration is only on for 6 MORE DAYS!!!  Take a peek here at all the FREE Sale-a-Bration selections!!!

Happy Stamping!

Splish Splash with My Digital Studio!

This past weekend I took the boys to our local pool. My parents were going and offered to take them in and I thought it would be a great opportunity to snap some pictures. I decided to spend some time in My Digital Studio this evening and digiscrap a few of the photos.  Here's a simple page I created this evening.  (Click the pic for a closer peek).

Once again I was reminded why I love this program so much! It was SO simple to play around with the layout and try out different cardstock colors and embellishments with no wasted product! Love it!

If you have any questions about this amazing program, definitely let me know!

Happy Stamping!

Happy Birthday Baby Girl!!!

My "baby" girl turned 2 today and to celebrate we had a very small birthday celebration at home. Of course I had to scrap some of the pictures we took as soon as the party guests had left. ;)

This is a double page layout I did in My Digital Studio.  Click the image for a closer peek.

WOW, my style has certainly changed since her 1st birthday that I digitally scrapped! ;)  I absolutely love the ease of digital scrapbooking! I don't know HOW many times I changed my mind on this project when it came to paper choices, picture sizes and ribbon colors! Of course, I didn't end up with any wasted product when my "choices" didn't work out. Love it. ;)

To coordinate everything, I'd made my party invitation AND my little thank you note (which I attached to the kids goodie bags) in My Digital Studio as well.

It was SO simple and quick.  I just can't get enough of this software! :)

Happy Stamping!

Only One Week Left!

There is only one week left to take advantage National Scrapbooking Month with Stampin' Up!s Scrapbooking Promotion! With the purchase of any of the select qualifying scrapbooking stamp sets, you will receive a FREE package of Designer brads!

See additional details here.

Orders can be placed through me or through my online store and clicking on "shop now".

Happy Stamping!

Today's the Final Day....

...to sign up for my CD Folder Scrapbook event using Stampin' Up!s Throughly Modern Designer Paper. I received my package of Thoroughly Modern paper yesterday and it's even more gorgeous in real life! I can hardly wait to put together another sample scrapbook using this beautiful bright paper!. These adorable 5x5 scrapbooks are perfect for any special event you'd like to record.

Just a reminder that your class registration not only includes all the materials to create a scrapbook, but also gives you access to all my stamps, ink, punches and even my Big Shot to customize and personalize your scrapbook. You won't want to miss this event!!!

To reserve your spot, class registration is required when you call and seating is limited, so don't wait too long!

If you have any questions, please let me know.

CD Folder Scrapbook Event - Date Change!

Well, I obviously didn't look at my calendar that well when I scheduled my CD Folder Scrapbook Event. I'd scheduled it right in the middle of the May Long Weekend! Hello! Probably not a wise decision.


SO, I'm moving the event a week later to the 29th with the new class registration end date on the 15th. Hope you can make it!

Happy Stamping!

CD Folder Scrapbook Pictures!

Well, it took a few days longer than I'd hoped to actually get a chance to work on my sample scrapbook for my CD Folder Scrapbook Event, but once I did, I had SO much fun putting it together! Here are pictures of my scrapbook for you to see. I've kept my sample super simple with no extra embellishments.  This sample also uses a retired Christmas designer paper, but the layout will be the same for the class using our Thoroughly Modern designer paper.

Because everyone has such a different scrapbooking style, each participant will receive a kit with the precut supplies for what is shown. You will also have access to additional cardstock and designer paper to add additional elements or photo mats, my stamps, inks, punches & Big Shot to customize and personalize your scrapbook to your liking.

Click on any of the images for a closer peek! :)

Just a reminder that class registration must be received no later than May 15th to reserve your seat and to allow me time to order and prep each kit. Seating is limited, so if you would like to participate, please let me know as soon as possible.

Happy Stamping!

CD Folder Scrapbook Event

ETA:  See photos of a sample scrapbook here.

May is National Scrapbook Month and I am offering a scrapbooking event! Come and stamp your very own mini scrapbook perfect for scrapbooking an event or holiday, journaling, or adding inspirational sayings and a gift card for a friend. I’m going to use mine to keep track of all the paint colors and samples of fabric I’m using in my house! Unlimited possibilities with this fun project!

Each kit will include:

Half package pre-cut Thoroughly Modern designer paper

Coordinating cardstock
3 CD Literature folders* (additional folders available for purchase)
Mini envelopes
Embellishments
Adhesive
1 Sheet of Dimensionals
Access to my stamps, ink & punches

Saturday, May 29th—7:30pm - My Home (NEW DATE)
$35

Class registration must be received no later than May 15th to reserve your seat and to allow me time to order and prep each kit. Seating is limited, so if you would like to participate, please let me know as soon as possible.

Happy Stamping!

National Scrapbooking Month Promotion

May is National Scrapbooking Month and Stampin' Up! is offering a special promotion for the month of May: purchase a qualifying scrapbooking stamp set or the My Digital Studio software and receive a FREE package of Designer brads--choose from four designs!

Click HERE to see the list of qualifing stamp sets and four different designs of Designer brads!

Happy Stamping!

My Sweet Pea

Stampin' Up! recently came out with a new digital kit for My Digital Studio called My Sweet Pea.  With 48 patterns of Designer Series paper, a five-piece stamp set, and eight felt embellishments, the Sweet Pea digital kit for My Digital Studio gives you just what you need for a huge variety of digital crafting projects.

I recently purchased this kit and finally had an opportunity to try it out.  Below is a double page layout I created this afternoon of my daughter with her new glasses.  Click on the image for a closer look!

 

I absolutely love the adorable little felt accents that are included in this kit!

If digital isn't your style, you don't have to miss out on these adorable products.  Stampin' Up! also carries the Sweet Pea Stitched Felt embellishments or the Sweet Pea Designer Series Paper Stack for your hands-on paper crafting!

Happy Stamping!

 

I don't know about you, but I have been running around like a crazy woman completely stressed out slightly concerned with the million things still to do before Christmas.  And, did I spend my entire day working on those items on my to do list?  Of course not...I decided to sit down at my computer for a bit and digi scrap a few pictures we took earlier this year of a family day out.  Fun fun!!!  Sometimes you just need to take a break - at least, that's my excuse anyway. ;)

I love the way the page turned out with the mix of color and black & white photos.  Click on the page for a larger view.  I just love the ability to create a "custom" background using one of my own photos!  I thought this picture of the wooden trestle worked perfectly with the layout.

Well, I guess I'd better get back to recovering my dining room chairs now!!!

Happy Stamping!

At the Pumpkin Patch

A couple of days ago I decided to venture out with all three kids to pick out pumpkins at a local Farmers Market near our home.  We weren't there long, but the boys definitely enjoyed choosing their very own pumpkins.  They were so excited to be allowed to hold their pumpkins on the drive home and even insisted we stop at daddy's office to show him their finds before heading home. ;)

I brought my camera along to capture a few memories with the intention to scrapbook them of course!!!  As soon as I got home, I downloaded the pics, opened up My Digital Studio and immediately started on a page.  I decided to keep it simple and used a layout already designed and included with the software.  All I had to do was add my choice of papers, stamps, embellishments and of course my pictures!  In less than an hour, I had my basic page finished.  You can click on the picture for a larger view.

Check out the background paper - it's one of the pictures!  One of the options in My Digital Studio is to add a custom background.  I used one of my photos, cropped it a bit and changed the opacity to make it a little more translucent. Love it!  Even my husband was impressed!

If you're interested in learning more about this amazing new digital software, watch for upcoming details on a free information and demonstration evening I'll be offering in November!

Happy Stamping!

Cristina

Got Cake?

Another double page layout I created yesterday afternoon with My Digital Studio.  I just can't get enough!

Click on the image to see a larger view

Happy Stamping!

Cristina

Beach Boys

I've always struggled with scrapbooking.  Looking at those large pieces of blank cardstock and a pile of pictures was enough to send me into a cold sweat!  And cutting into those gorgeous pieces of designer paper?  What if I messed it up!  Nope, I just couldn't do it.  With My Digital Studio, I have been having a blast putting together scrapbook pages.  I can "cut" my pieces of cardstock and designer paper with no fear of messing up and I never run out of my "favorite" embellishments.  Lovin' it!!!  Of course, My Digital Studio isn't just for scrapbooking - this software is great for designing a ton of different projects (including my new blog header!)

Below is a two page layout I put together this afternoon of my boys at the beach this past year.  You can click the picture to see a larger view.

I'd love to know what you think!!!

Happy stamping!

Cristina

My First Digital Projects!

I was thrilled when my hubby told me I could order the new "My Digital Studio" software program from Stampin' Up! as an early birthday gift. If you missed my previous post about this software, you can read about it here.

I'd anxiously been awaiting its arrival and was excited when it was delivered this morning. I haven't spent much time on it (only as much time as three little kids will allow!), but I can already tell I'm going to have a lot of fun! Here are two 8x8 scrapbook pages I quickly put together of my daughter's 1st birthday. Click the pictures to see a larger view.



I think I'll change a few elements or add a few embellishments to the second page. The beauty of digital is I can do that with no wasted product!!!!

I also tried my hand at a VERY simple thank you card.

Did you notice the two staples on the bottom right edge? Yup, those are digital too! Isn't it so realistic looking???? Gotta love it. AND, the best part is I can add as many bulky embellishments, bows or knots I want and it won't cost me an extra cent to mail - it's still completely flat!

I can't wait to spend more time with this program and find out about the many features available!

If you're interested in learning more about this fabulous new software, watch my upcoming events for a free information night focusing on this new program.

Happy Stamping!

Cristina