Hectic schedule, surprise for me, and...AVAST!...a Pirate blog train!!!

I know this isn't a good start to a blog but things have been more hectic than ever lately. I have been working on a freebie to give away soon though! It's small but I've gotta start that way or it won't be good stuff lol.

Well these past few days have been especially nerve-wracking because I got a surprise trip to Disney..then it was taken away..and now it's officially back on! So ya, follow me on Twitter if you want all the details. There is one small thing that may fall through at the last minute but odds are in my favor. If it fails I'll be going to Universal Studios instead. Either way it's going to be a much needed weekend for me and my honey. I'm really not into spontaneous trips because I'm a slight control freak when it comes to logistics (haha!) so I will be nervous all the way up until I'm there but I know it will be a blasty blast either way! I am so so so thankful!

Now, if it be booty ye be lookin' for you've come to the proper place matey!

This morning I was so thrilled to find this cute Pirate themed blog train by the Stuff To Scrap gals. The first stop is HERE---> http://letmescrapbook.blogspot.com/

Here are a few of the pieces I've collected so far that I really like...

**NOTE** No copyright infringement is intended or encouraged here on my blog. Please go to the designers blog for your download. Please be sure to thank them for their generosity because they rock, right!?!?

http://shelbellescraps.blogspot.com/

 

 http://misty-snowlady.blogspot.com/

 

Super cute right? Some of the links haven't posted but will probably be over the next few days.  Well, I probably won't be back until next week but keep your eyes open for little freebies starting next week!!! Off to my happy place soon!!!!

 

 

The first ever hybrid challenge coming to MouseScrappers tomorrow!!!

Sorry it's been awhile since an update. Life is getting hectic. Just found out I will be getting my braces off in 3 weeks!!! So excited!! I've only worn them for a little over a year. Lost another 3 pounds...go me! :) In more not-so-exciting news I had to take on a 3rd class in order to graduate on time. So now I'm so swamped but lately I've still found a little time to scrap. Just did a 2 pager and a single pager in the last few days.

Anyways, yep..tomorrow I will be posting the templates and the instructions for the first ever hybrid challenge at MouseScrappers. I am so excited and hope that many people will want to join in!! See you in the forum tomorrow!! The challenge will be to create ATLEAST 2 autograph book pages. More details to be released... :)

Looks like 112 days till I'm in my happy place :)
Buh-bye for now :)

Announcement: Hybrid Challenges coming to MouseScrappers!!!

Hey everyone! :)

I just spoke to Carol regarding the possibility of hybrid projects on MouseScrappers. For now, I will host the first one to see how many people are actually interested in doing these challenges regularly, then I will start a sign up sheet if the feedback is positive. Each challenge will last about 2 weeks so that way everyone will have plenty of time to prepare their projects.

These projects will be Disney related and the prize will be the templates you get. You can then use them over and over for Disney and non-Disney stuff.

New to hybrid? That's okay! I am not the "know-all" of hybrid..and I know there are a few hybrid savvy girls here who can help out with their knowledge!!

Here's some info on hybrid:

What is Hybrid Scrapbooking?
Hybrid scrapbooking combines the tools and techniques of both digital and traditional (paper) scrapbooking, and shares a common goal with each: namely to document life’s events and memories in an artistic way. Of the three styles, hybrid scrapbooking allows the most creative freedom because it is not limited to just one source of materials. It involves the same elements as paper and digital scrapbooking (photos, memorabilia, embellishments, words, etc.), but any aspect of the scrapbook page can be generated digitally or by physical application.
(credit to scrapbookideas.wordpress.com for this info)

Usually basic supplies you will need to complete the projects will be your digi-stash of kits/embellies, Photoshop/layering program, scissors, some type of adhesive (your choice), cardstock/photo paper (depending on project of course), and various other things..again, depending on the project. Even traditional scrappers can take part in this and use the templates as a "stencil" but we will get more into that later. (Note: In each challenge you will be told what you need to complete the project.)

My goal is to keep the first challenge as simple as possible. A tutorial will be given in the thread and in the download for your convenience.

Ideas for projects right now include: autograph book templates (which might be the first project so stay tuned!!), pillow boxes, explosion boxes, candy tents, cupcake toppers, greeting cards, Halloween-themed projects, and Christmas-themed projects.

The first challenge kicks off this Wednesday August 25 and will last until Tuesday September 7 in the challenge forum at MouseScrappers!!!


Any thoughts? Will you join us?? Head over to the thread: HERE to answer!!!


P.S. Wanna see what hybrid projects look like? Go HERE to get an idea!!

The templates are here!!

Hey ladies!

As promised to my "followers" here is a preview of the template pack. I know they aren't to spectacular but I figured a mixed kind of pack with no real theme would be cool to give away. I am currently working on more elaborate templates which I will give away in the future.  

Please check your email for the link to these.

If anyone else wants these please follow my blog/Twitter/Facebook (one of these is fine) and then EMAIL ME so I can email you these. In the future I will just post links here..but for now this is how I decided to do it.

I left lots of creative space open for you to decide what type of elements to use to really embellish these. Sometimes when I see templates with tons of flowers and stuff it makes me think I have to use flowers. So I'd love to see what you guys come up with if you use them.

Here's a preview:

Please feel free to give me some constructive criticism here, via email, or via 4shared.  

Thank you for your patience & enjoy!!!

Few more freebies I'd like to point you to...

I have some extra time to kill this morning before I head out on my busy busy day. So while I was doing some freebie hunting I thought I'd share some that I liked with you.  

REMINDER: Please say thank you to the designers on their blog or 4shared sites so they know we appreciate them! :)

Go to "Just So Scrappy" for the download

Today is the first day that "Just So Scrappy" is giving away this cute brag book. Perhaps some of you might like it for Jungle Cruise photos or Animal Kingdom perhaps? (it's a long post so make sure you scroll all the way to the bottom to find the freebie)

Download from ScrapScraps here

Isn't this super cute!?!? I think this could definitely be used for some Princess layouts!!

Check this out HERE

Perhaps for Pop Century layouts?? I haven't been to WDW so I don't know if this fits or not. Still cute though. 

(PLEASE be sure to tell this designer thank you if you download because she has been under-appreciated lately and I think it's just a shame because her work is cute!!) 

 Also, be sure to check out her other posts recently for more from this kit.

Alrighty, I'm off for the day.

Wednesday, delays, speed scrap, and freebies!

Sorry ladies, I know some of you are waiting patiently for the template pack. Life is hectic this week. Turns out I have to take 3 classes instead of 2 so I am a week behind after joining the 3rd class late. Tomorrow I have to get a cavity filled at the dentist and help my dear Grandma pick out her new blinds and fix her computer. Wednesday I have to spend pretty much most of the day online in my classes so I figure I'll have plenty of time to post up the template pack. The first template I didn't like at all so I had to redo it. Then Thursday and Friday are busy too, so if it's gonna happen before the weekend it will be WEDNESDAY! :)

Did anyone else join Speed Scrap #18 tonight? Tanya had awesome directions and the PP was cute (Thanks to Wendy of WM[squared] for donating).

Here's the LO I did:

Urgh, I didn't realize till after I deleted the PSD file that it had a typo in the journaling so I'm gonna have to try and fix it somehow.

Oh and I know that some of you are out there searching for freebies like I do. I've decided to point you in the direction of a few that I snagged recently...

Ah, where to begin. I just recently found Designs By Sarah and she does some stunningly beautiful alphas that I think could definitely be used for Disney pages. Here's a few...

Download here @ Designs By Sarah's blog

(This just screams Cinderella to me!!!)

Download here @ Designs By Sarah's blog 

 Download here @ Designs By Sarah's blog

(I think it would be cute for Princess pages or Fantasyland pages!!)

Download here @ Designs By Sarah's blog

(Says "Splash Mountain" to me!!)

Check out her blog for more freebies and please say thank you!!! More freebies from other designers and me in the coming days so check back soon!!

Preview of template pack coming soon!!!

I have been hard at work finishing up the template pack. There will be 3 (possibly 4) templates available in PSD and TIFF format. I personally like the TIFF format because they are smaller files and you can see a JPG preview of them rather than the Photoshop logo.

Those of you who have not emailed me with your info should do so soon because next week I will begin sending out templates. Also, we only need 15 or so more people and I will release an extra goody to everyone.

Hope you all are having a magical weekend!! Only 4 more months till my next trip! :)