Taking a Break

You may have noticed that I haven't been posting for a while. And you may have also noticed that I am no longer CTing for Digi-designs by Nicole and Laurie's Scraps. I have decided to take a break from scrapping for a while. My babies are getting older, and I find that I don't have near as much time to get things done, let alone scrapping! So, as hard as it has been, I have let go of this hobby for now. I hope to get back some day, as it is such a great creative outlet for me.

Thank you to all of you who have followed me. It has been an honor!

Don't Forget!

Just a quick reminder about Laurie's birthday celebration. In addition to great discounts, there are major prizes to be won! Hurry before it's too late! And make sure you stop by the Laurie's Scraps CT Blog and enter to win your favorite of Laurie's kits!

Hit the Books

I'm a little late with this one, but butter late than never, right?!?! I've got a great new kit to show you today, and it's just in time for all those back to school photos. That first day back is such a bittersweet day, so make sure to capture it while it's fresh! Before I show you the kit, I want to show you what I was able to do with it. This is my oldest son - 3rd grade!! {I also have a 5th grader - yikes!!}

Now here is the kit. We got to vote on color schemes for this one, and it just so happens that Nicole went with my favorite! I love the elements, the colors, the flairs. There is just so much good stuff in here!

There are coordinating quick pages, worn cardstocks, and flairs too. Nicole has made a bundle, so you can get everything for the cost of the kit and quick pages! Awesome deal! You won't want to miss out on those extras! This week only, if you buy just the kit, you can get the worn cardstocks or the flairs when you use coupon code HTBAddOn. So, what are you waiting for?? Click here to head to Nicole's shop!

Birthday Wishes

Happy Birthday to Laurie's Scraps! Laurie has been designing for TWO years - wohoo!! She has released a great birthday kit as part of the celebration. Here's what I did with the kit.

Now don't let all that pink scare you. If you're looking for more boyish colors, this kit's got it! There are papers and elements that can work with boys and girls - whatever suits your fancy. Take a look at the kit - it's 40% off until Sept. 10th as part of Laurie's birthday celebration.

You can click on the preview to head to Laurie's store, and be sure to grab the freebie from Laurie's blog. And don't forget about all the fun going on with Laurie's birthday celebration (see one post down for more info). Check the forum and Laurie's store for all the fun!

Laurie's Scraps Birthday Celebration

It's a party! Laurie's Scraps is turning two, and she's throwing quite the party to celebrate!!

Summer Living

I can't believe the summer is winding down and the kids will be back to school. So, now is the perfect time to scrap those last few pictures of summer fun! Or, in my case, I'll be scrapping several hundred photos! Digital cameras are so nice, but they can be a real curse too!

Laurie's Scraps has a great new kit for all those summer moments, especially if they involve eating. Here's what I did. This little guy loves watermelon almost as much as he loves candy!

There are a lot of great elements in here. I know, I used a ton - but there are still lots that I didn't use! Here's the entire kit - 20% until next Friday! Click on the preview to shop, and head to Laurie's blog for a freebie!

A Name and a Blessing

Laurie has collaborated with another designer at DSC to create this special and beautiful kit. It is designed with blessings and christenings in mind, but it is versatile enough to scrap lots of pictures with. I am done scrapping my kids' blessing pictures, so I scrapped a photo of my kids and all their cousins. And the kit worked beautifully! Here's what I did.

This kit is full of soft and delicate papers and elements. It would work perfectly for any baby photos you have, and so much more. Here is a look at the entire kit.

This kit is only available at DSC, so head on over and check it out! It will be on sale for 20% off until next Friday! And Laurie has a freebie for you that you can grab on her blog.

Mommy's Hero

Here is another great kit from Laurie's Scraps. It's called Mommy's Hero, and is based on the same general color scheme as Toy Chest, Magic Moments, and Need for Speed. So you can mix and match, or grab them all, to get a kit that's perfect for you!

I think you'll be able to guess the inspiration behind this kit. It's a lot of fun and I can't wait to use it some more! Here's what I did.

So much fun! I love the great colors, and the variety of elements. Here is the preview of the entire kit, which you can get for 20% off until Friday! Click on the preview to shop, and then stop by Laurie's blog for a fun freebie!

**Do you like the alpha(s) from my layout?? Leave me a comment, telling me which is your favorite. If I get at least 15 comments, I will give away the most wanted alpha as a freebie! If I get at least 30 comments, I will give them both away! Tell your friends!**

Sweet Sadie

Nicole has another great kit out today, and I am betting she's glad to have this one done! This is the last kit she is releasing for a while, as she is expecting a baby girl by the end of the month! The kit is called Sweet Sadie, in honor of Nicole's forth-coming baby girl. It is beautiful, with a soft color scheme, and lots of fun baby elements. Here's what I did with it.

Here is a look at the entire kit:

Isn't it beautiful?!?! Just perfect for a new baby! There are bonus papers that come with this kit, and you can also pick up coordinating quick pages and scalloped cardstocks. Just for this week, if you purchase the kit and use coupon code SweetSadieSavings, you can get the cardstocks for FREE or the quick pages for only $1.00!! Click on the preview above to head to Nicole's store! And stop by Nicole's blog for a freebie to go along with the kit.

Camping Oh My!

Here is another great kit from Digi-designs by Nicole, called Camping Oh My! The timing on this one couldn't have been more perfect for me. Our family went camping last week, so I have a TON of pictures to scrap. Here's what I came up with, and it's only the beginning! When I get some time, I'll have a lot more to get done! This is my oldest daughter. I don't know what possessed her to use her smore as lipstick! She's just a cutie!

And here's the entire kit. I love the marshmallows, the fire, the smores...they're just too cute!

Nicole has coordinating quickpages, cardstocks, and even CU camping templates available in her store. This week only if you purchase the kit and use coupon code CampingDiscount, you can get the cardstocks for free OR you can save $1.99 on the coordinating Quick Pages or Camping Templates - that makes them each only $1.00. Click on the preview to shop! And stop by Nicole's blog for a free ad-on too!

Nicole is also having a huge retirement sale - over 40 of her products on sale for only $1.00!! Stock up while you can!

Need for Speed

Laurie's Scraps has another great new kit today, and I'll just bet you can guess the inspiration behind this one! This kit was a lot of fun to play with. I just can't believe my lack of photos involving vehicles! I managed to find one that would work. Take a look!

And here is the entire kit, loaded to the brim with so many great elements and papers. This one is sure to be used over and over! It's 20% off until next week, so now's your chance to grab it cheap! Click on the preview to shop!

Laurie has a fun freebie on her blog, so be sure to speed on over and say hi!

Making Memories

Hey everyone - I've got a fun new kit to show you today. It's from Digi-designs by Nicole and is called Making Memories. This is one of those great kits that is useful for a variety of photos and events. The colors are great and the elements are perfect. Here's what I was able to do with this kit.

I absolutely love the combination of green, orange, and brown! The blue is such a beautiful shade and really pops! And I love the butterfly and bird elements. Really, there is so much goodness in here - I couldn't possibly mention all of it! Here is the entire kit, which is 30% off this week! Click to shop!

And this week only, if you purchase the kit and use coupon code MemCardstock you can get the cardstocks for free! Also, be sure to grab the freebie at Nicole's blog!

Magic Moments

My family just returned from a 3-day camping trip today, and while it was so much fun, I am SOOOO glad to be home and clean!! And I can't wait to sleep in my own bed! I took so many pictures - I don't know how I'll ever get them all scrapped!

I just wanted to pop in and let you all know about Laurie's newest kit. It's called Magic Moments and I absolutely LOVE it! I had so much fun playing with it. It's a Mickey Mouse themed kit, but don't walk away if you don't have Mickey Mouse pictures. Laurie works really hard to make her kits as versatile as possible, and this one is no exception. I used it to scrap pictures of my kiddos watching fireworks on the 4th of July. Take a look!

There are so many great elements and word tags in this kit. The fireworks are just awesome! The whole color theme is great too. You won't want to miss this one, especially since it's on sale for 20% off until Friday. Here is a look at the entire kit - click on the preview to head to Laurie's store. And grab a fun freebie at Laurie's blog too!

Template Temptation vol. 9 and Christmas in July!

Digi-designs by Nicole has a great new set of templates for your scrapping pleasure. This set includes 6 templates that you can change up as much as you want for endless scrapping possibilities! Here are two layouts I did, and I love how they turned out.

And here is a preview of the entire set, which is 30% off this week! Click on the preview to shop!

Before I go, I wanted to let you all know about a fun sale at Stuff to Scrap. It's Christmas in July (only 5 months to go!), and all Christmas products will be on sale for 40% off July 23-25. What a great way to get ready for all those holiday photos you'll be taking (or in my case, all those photos you've already taken that are sitting on your computer waiting for some love)!! Click on the ad to head to the store!

Bugs and Blossoms

Here's a fun new kit from Digi-designs by Nicole called Bugs and Blossoms. Inspired by Nicole's daughter who has a love of bugs, this kit is full of all things buggy!! This kit is versatile enough to scrap your boys and your girls thanks to the perfect balance of bugs and blossoms! Here is my layout for your viewing pleasure.

My favorite parts about this kit are the fun shades of pinks and the cute elements. Just the right touch of whimsy. Here's a look at the entire kit.

For this week only, all Bugs and Blossoms products are 30% off. And if you use coupon code BABCardstocks, you can get the coordinating cardstocks for free! Click on the preview above to shop.

Stop by Nicole's blog for a free add-on, and links to some of the other CT members who have freebies to share with you!

Nicole also has some CU flower shape brushes in her store, and they're 40% off this week. Preview linked to Nicole's store.

New Template Set by Laurie's Scraps

Laurie's Scraps has another great template set for you today, and this one is all about circles. I love circles! But they intimidate me when it comes to scrapping. I can't seem to get my circle pages to look good on my own. That's when you know it's time for a template! This set has an added perk, with text paths surrounding the pictures! I think text paths are a lot of fun, but I scrap with PSE 6, which doesn't allow the making of text paths (but I can use them if someone else makes them).

So, without further ado, here are two pages I created, and then the preview of the templates. They're 20% off this week, so hurry and get them!

Under the Sea

**If you're looking for the blog train, scroll down one post!!**

I'm back, and this time to show you the newest kit by Laurie's Scraps. She is continuing on with her Disney theme, and has created this great kit centered around Finding Nemo and aquariums in general. This kit is lots of fun, with bright colors and elements that are perfect for all those little fishy pictures. Here's what I did with the kit.

And here is a look at the entire kit. There's a lot in there! Don't forget that you can get this (and all of Laurie's other great products) for 40% off through Monday the 5th. Click the preview to shop!

Make a stop over at Laurie's blog too - she's got the coordinating alpha for this kit FREE!!

Blog Train Freebie and a SALE!!

Happy Friday!! I hope you are enjoying this great blog train so far! There's a lot of good stuff to be had, so be sure to make a stop at all of the links so you can get everything!

Before we get to the freebie, though, I just wanted to remind you about the great sale that Laurie's Scraps is having. You just can't beat 40% off! Hurry on over to one of her stores!

And now, without further ado, here is my contribution to the blog train fun - a paper stack and a cluster frame. I hope you enjoy! Click on the preview to download. And remember, this link will expire the evening of Monday, July 5, so don't wait!!

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**If you get lost, you can go to the CT blog to get the full list of links for the train**

Let's Go Again!

Hey everyone - happy Monday! Can you believe it's going to be the 4th of July this week?!?! Crazy! I hope you're having a great summer - with lots of pictures to scrap!

Here's a fun new kit from Digi-designs by Nicole, called Let's Go Again. It started as a patriotic-type kit, but evolved into a Disney-themed kit. But, you can use it for almost anything! Here's a page I did - my 3-yr-old absolutely LOVING her first time at Lagoon! She is amazingly brave!

Here is a look at the entire kit - lots of fun in there! This is definitely a kit you could use again and again! This week only, Let's Go Again and Nicole's other Disney-themed kits (Pretty Princess and Dreamin) are all on sale for 30% off!! And, if you purchase Let's Go Again and use coupon code LGAcardstocks, you can get the cardstocks for free!! Click on the preview to shop!

Be sure to grab the freebie add-on from Nicole's blog - you won't want to miss it!

New Template Set by Laurie's Scraps

This must be the week of the template! LOL!! Laurie's Scraps released a new set of templates this week, and I played with a couple of them and absolutely LOVE them! Such a quick and easy way to get those pictures scrapped. Take a look at my layouts, and then the template previews. I know you'll love them too!

This set is 20% off until Friday, July 2nd, so take advantage while you can! Click on the preview above to head to Laurie's store.

Template Sets

Digi-designs by Nicole just released another set of great templates - Template Temptation, vol. 8. Take a look!

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You can also get a bundle of templates, which includes template temptation sets 5-8.

From now through Saturday, June 26, if you use coupon code TTRock you can save 30% on your choice of Template Temptation vol. 8 or the template bundle. And the coupon code can be used 2 times per customer! Click on the previews above to head to Nicole's store!

Monsters in my Closet

Here's a great new kit from Laurie's Scraps, called Monsters in my Closet. It is based around the Disney movie, "Monsters Inc." and let me tell you - this is a great kit!!! It is packed full of so many goodies, and I love the mix of colors. You can use this kit to scrap all those monster pictures you have, and you can use it for so many other pictures too! It is so versatile! Here are my pages and the kit preview, which is linked to Laurie's store. Grab it this week for 20% off!!

A Joyful Summer

Happy Monday everyone! I hope the week is starting off on a good note for you, and I hope you're enjoying summer so far! It has been raining most of the month, here, so it is nice to finally see some sunshine today. I hope you're taking lots of great summer pictures and making lots of fun memories.

I have a new kit to show you today, called A Joyful Summer, from Digi-designs by Nicole. I love the combination of yellow, purple/maroon, and blue in this kit, and there are a lot of great summery elements. Here is the page I did.

And here is the entire kit. Doesn't it just scream summer fun?!?! This week only, you can get the cardstocks FREE when you purchase the kit (coupon code AJSCardstocks)!! Click on the preview to shop!

Make sure you stop by Nicole's blog as well - she's got a freebie for you, and links to a few other freebies from CT members!

Save Save Save!!

Happy Friday! Just popping in to let you know about a great bulk sale with Digi-designs by Nicole. Spend $30 and get $30 in products for FREE! Can't beat that, now can ya?!?! Click on the flier to shop!

Playground Pleasure and a FREEBIE

Digi-designs by Nicole has another great kit out today, called Playground Pleasure. It is such a bright, fun kit that is full of elements perfect for scrapping all those enjoyable moments spent outdoors during the summer time. It's also versatile enough for lots of other photos too. I used it to scrap a playground moment, and also a baby picture. Take a look!

Here is a look at the entire kit. I LOVE the alpha, and I love the mix of colors in all the papers!

Of course there is a set of coordinating quick pages, and there are also coordinating cardstocks you can pick up from Nicole's store. Everything is 30% this week, and if you purchase the kit, you an get the cardstocks for FREE (coupon code PlaygroundCardstocks). Click on the preview above to head to Nicole's store.

And of I've got a little freebie for all of you! Click on the preview to download, and be sure to check Nicole's blog too - there's a bunch of freebies from Nicole and other CT members!