2nd Annual Make a Keiki Smile Card Drive

 As of 11/9 - 142 cards collected
**posting this once again as our collection date has moved to give a few more days, now due by Nov. 19th**
ETA: Correction on amount to collect to 200 instead of 150.  Also, as i have found through browsing, there is a card drive called Make a Child Smile (i am NOT associated with), so by the words of my hanai Mama Linda, instead of "child" i'm going to use "keiki"!

Hello Everyone!!!  it's that time of year again...  we're gearing up for the 2nd Annual Make a Keiki Smile Christmas project!!  Have NO clue as to what i'm talking about, check out last year's success HERE!

Last year we had an overwhelming amount of support and managed to exceed our goal collection!!  This year, we are shooting for a goal of 200 Handmade Christmas Cards!!  Can we do it again friends?!

Aunty J has begun her sewing of the hospital dolls (see above photo) and soon the Aktion Club Members will be stuffing them and in early December, they will head to the Holy Cross Hospital in Mission Hills, California and deliver these dolls and handmade cards to the children there... Let's play Santa and make a child smile!

Again, i'm asking my dear friends and anyone else who is willing to participate to take out those Christmas stamps, papers, embellies, etc. and get creative!!  Let's have another GREAT Christmas putting a SMILE on a KEIKI's face!!  will you help me?

There are some rules to creating you cards.  Please familiarize yourself with these rules as it is a safety precaution for the most part.

1. All cards must be a size of 4x4 (NO envelopes need to be sent with your cards)

2. NO glitter of any type (loose, on paper, stickles, etc) or loose embellies on the cards (this is a request from the hospital). *Paper is included in the "NO" because there is bits that fall or can be rubbed off. If adding embellies, PLEASE make sure they are secured to your card.

3. Try not to be so gender specific on your cards as we don't know how many boys or girls will be participating in this event.

4. You may use any stamps/images, sentiments, etc. Stick with the holiday theme vs. get well, etc. as we don't know the conditions of the patients.

5. Simple cards are OK, in fact they are encouraged. Use up your scraps. It doesn't matter how dressed up your cards are, the children will be overwhelmed with just receiving them.

6. Leave the inside blank but please sign/stamp your name on the back of the cards.

7. All cards must be sent to me BEFORE November 19th to ensure i can get it to my Aunt in time

Remember, i'm not asking for 10, 25, 50 or 100 cards from you, just ONE card from you will make a difference.  Gather up your crafting buddies and make this project a fun get together.  Believe me when i say your heart will feel like gold, just knowing you will make another child smile this Christmas.  If you want to help me spread the word, that would be awesome, but NOT required of you.  If you will be participating this year, please email me for mailing address.   Also feel free to contact me with any questions you may have regarding this card drive. 

On behalf of Aunty J and myself, we THANK YOU in advance for your support and kindness!

Give a smile for Christmas!!!!  =)


 

November Secret Sister Swap

Wow!!  we are just days away from November!!  has this year gone by super fast or is it just me?!?!  I can't believe it's almost year end...  the plus side of all of this is we are now heading into holiday season...  for me that probably means weight gain...  LOL...

Theme for NOVEMBER is GIVE THANKS...  create your swap along the lines of this theme...  it can be directed to your secret sister or a "thank you" creation in general...  it can be a card, alterable item, 3D item, treat, etc...  whatever you deem to be your way of giving or saying THANKS!!

i'm sure we ALL have someone or something to be thankful for this year...  i for one, have many things to be thankful for in this year alone, but of course #1 is life and family and friends....  what are you exceptionally thankful for this year?!

deadline for swap sign ups is October 31st at midnight HST..

Reflection of my mini rules for this swap (Please take note of the blurbs in red):

1. You can swap anything you think is appropriate. Such as cards, 3d projects, gift tags, altered items, etc. You are not restricted to just a card for each swap... for example, you can do a card this month and gift tags next month, etc... be creative and use your talents! Many of you do not limit yourself to cards, there are some that do awesome jewelry, altered items and so on, so this is the swap to make something special and surprise someone... can't get creative? no problem, you are free to sub in a RAK too!

2. I kindly ask that you please send out your swaps before month's end. Please take into consideration snail mail timing. If you cannot mail your swap before the end of the month, you are given until the 5th day of the following month to do so. This will allow some time for your Secret Sister to receive it. If nothing has been received within 10 days past the end of the month, i will not include you in future sign ups. Please friends, let's play fair.

PREVIOUS PLAYERS, i have your info so all you have to do is comment that you will be participating on this post... here's a list of those who have already signed up:

  Leanne, Gail, Sheila, Theresa, Kathy, Charleen, Miyuki, Linda T., Jayne and Mary B.

Please let me know ASAP if you are unable to participate for any reason. No questions asked, just please let me know. Thanks!!

**To clear up any confusion: your participation is monthly (unless otherwise stated by you) by confirming your participation through email or comment on the sign up posts. if i do not hear from you by the sign up deadline, it is assumed you will not be participating for the month. if it is easier for you to sign up a month ahead or for a few months, etc. let me know too.

NEW PLAYERS, please email me at krisnal5868 at hotmail dot com to sign up for April with the subject SSS or Secret Sister Swap and the following info: Name, Address, Blog URL (if you have one) and Best Email to contact you... i will send you a confirmation email that i have received your info...

you don't have to wait for me to email you your swap info, get those creative minds going and start creating!!  remember, anything you create will put a smile on someone's face!!


Looking ahead, theme for December is 'Merry Holidays'....

October Secret Sister Swap

Oh sugar!!  seriously!  i keep telling myself to pre-post this and well, i'm always forgetting!!  call me BONKERS!!  or crazy...  LOL

Happy FALL!!!  i really do enjoy fall and everything associated with the season...  like my previous SSS post, i wish Hawaii experienced the seasons like those in the big states...  Fall brings a sense of warmth and togetherness...  or atleast that's how i feel...  oh and can't forget the fall yummies...  like pumpkin pie or in my case pumpkin spice frapps from Starbucks...  mmmm mmm good!

October is all about TREATS or if you prefer tricks!  THEME for OCTOBER is TRICKS OR TREATS {no silly sisters, tricks aren't just for kids ;)}!  create a 'treat' themed project such as a candy holder, or candy wrapper, etc or whip up a special trick instead of simple cards, for example a tri-fold or waterfall...  Now, i understand some of you may not celebrate Halloween in general, so this is not Halloween specific...   You may create Halloween themed items if you want to or incorporate some how and if for any reason i'm pairing you to someone who doesn't celebrate Halloween, i'll let you know when i pass on the info...  **ANYONE THAT DOES NOT CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN BUT WANTS TO PARTICIPATE, COULD YOU PLEASE NOTE THAT TO ME BY EMAIL. Thanks!**
Deadline for sign-ups is October 1st by midnight HST

 Reflection of my mini rules for this swap (Please take note of the blurbs in red):

1. You can swap anything you think is appropriate. Such as cards, 3d projects, gift tags, altered items, etc. You are not restricted to just a card for each swap... for example, you can do a card this month and gift tags next month, etc... be creative and use your talents! Many of you do not limit yourself to cards, there are some that do awesome jewelry, altered items and so on, so this is the swap to make something special and surprise someone... can't get creative? no problem, you are free to sub in a RAK too!

2. I kindly ask that you please send out your swaps before month's end. Please take into consideration snail mail timing. If you cannot mail your swap before the end of the month, you are given until the 5th day of the following month to do so. This will allow some time for your Secret Sister to receive it. If nothing has been received within 10 days past the end of the month, i will not include you in future sign ups. Please friends, let's play fair.

PREVIOUS PLAYERS, i have your info so all you have to do is comment that you will be participating on this post... here's a list of those who have already signed up:

Karen, Leanne, Gail, Sheila, Theresa, Kathy, Charleen, Miyuki, Linda T., Jayne and Mary B.

Please let me know ASAP if you are unable to participate for any reason. No questions asked, just please let me know. Thanks!!

**To clear up any confusion: your participation is monthly (unless otherwise stated by you) by confirming your participation through email or comment on the sign up posts. if i do not hear from you by the sign up deadline, it is assumed you will not be participating for the month. if it is easier for you to sign up a month ahead or for a few months, etc. let me know too.

NEW PLAYERS, please email me at krisnal5868 at hotmail dot com to sign up for April with the subject SSS or Secret Sister Swap and the following info: Name, Address, Blog URL (if you have one) and Best Email to contact you... i will send you a confirmation email that i have received your info...

you don't have to wait for me to email you your swap info, get those creative minds going and start creating!!  remember, anything you create will put a smile on someone's face!!


Looking ahead, theme for November is 'Giving THANKS'!!

September Secret Sister Swap Sign-Ups

 hope you all enjoyed a little break!!!  IF you are still missing your swap from July, please notify me ASAP so i can check with your SS.

September brings yet another change of season....  wish we could really experience the season change here in Hawaii....  i really do enjoy the changing of colors during the fall.  For us here, it goes green to brown!  LOL, and that is all year through....  NO THEME for SEPTEMBER anything goes...  cards, tags, 3D, alterables, you name it, you design it!  Deadline for sign-ups is August 30th midnight HST.

Reflection of my mini rules for this swap (Please take note of the blurbs in red):

1. You can swap anything you think is appropriate. Such as cards, 3d projects, gift tags, altered items, etc. You are not restricted to just a card for each swap... for example, you can do a card this month and gift tags next month, etc... be creative and use your talents! Many of you do not limit yourself to cards, there are some that do awesome jewelry, altered items and so on, so this is the swap to make something special and surprise someone... can't get creative? no problem, you are free to sub in a RAK too!

2. I kindly ask that you please send out your swaps before month's end. Please take into consideration snail mail timing. If you cannot mail your swap before the end of the month, you are given until the 5th day of the following month to do so. This will allow some time for your Secret Sister to receive it. If nothing has been received within 10 days past the end of the month, i will not include you in future sign ups. Please friends, let's play fair.

PREVIOUS PLAYERS, i have your info so all you have to do is comment that you will be participating on this post... here's a list of those who have already signed up:

Karen, Leanne, Gail, Sheila, Theresa, Kathy, Charleen, Miyuki, Linda T., Jayne and Mary B.

Please let me know ASAP if you are unable to participate for any reason. No questions asked, just please let me know. Thanks!!

**To clear up any confusion: your participation is monthly (unless otherwise stated by you) by confirming your participation through email or comment on the sign up posts. if i do not hear from you by the sign up deadline, it is assumed you will not be participating for the month. if it is easier for you to sign up a month ahead or for a few months, etc. let me know too.

NEW PLAYERS, please email me at krisnal5868 at hotmail dot com to sign up for April with the subject SSS or Secret Sister Swap and the following info: Name, Address, Blog URL (if you have one) and Best Email to contact you... i will send you a confirmation email that i have received your info...

you don't have to wait for me to email you your swap info, get those creative minds going and start creating!!  remember, anything you create will put a smile on someone's face!!


Looking ahead, theme for October will have to do with Tricks and Treats!!

NO August Secret Sister Swap

Hiya!

i'm sure everyone needs a break from the Secret Sister Swap as summer comes to an end.  i definitely do!  for the month of August, we will NOT have a swap.

take the time to get your kiddies ready for school, rest up, clean out your craft spaces (Christmas is around the corner).

we will continue the swap with September.  Please look out for that post. 

Thank you for all the participation!!!  you deserve a little break!!!  Hugs!

Happy 1st Birthday Sister Stamps!!!

It's release day and we are celebrating a VERY special day!  Happy 1st Birthday Sister Stamps!!!!  Yipppeeeeee!!!!!!!!!

One year ago Sister Stamps released their very first set of rubber stamps...  and today, on their 1st Birthday, they are releasing new additions to the ever growing CUTE asian images!!  Release #8!!!! 

So how did you like the hop leading up to this BIG release?!?!  any faves or MUST you have them all??  i just know you all have been hopping with LOTS of inspiration!

Happy 1st Birthday Sister Stamps!!!  a gigantic CONGRATS to Jenny and Denise for the dedication they've given to us crazy crafters!!!

Hope you've enjoyed my creations the past few days...  these images are super fun to work with and i LOVED every moment of it!  it is release day and we are continuing the party for all you fans and lovers of Sister Stamps!  So like previous days, you should have come to my blog from Donna's blog...  if not, go back to the beginning of the party train, Sister Stamps blog, and begin dancing there.... 

i've got 3 cards to share with you in celebration...  although i do have a fave from this release, i want you to revisit all of them because let's admit, they are totally FABULOUS!

 Miyoko is up first sharing some sweetness with you....  yes, she is my fave...  i think she has a weakness for cuppy cakes like me...  hehehehe!  hmmm, i could use one right now...  ;)  i'm happy i saved these papers because they go great with her...  it's an extra hit of sweetness... 

Next is Mariko...  she loves giving surprises!!  and presents are always her treat!  not my normal color combo but i have to say, i'm really enjoying this mix...  Mariko really stands out....

Takeo!!!  the life of the party!  he truly knows how to have fun....  and as long as he's got a bunch of balloons, he is happy as ever!!  now that's my kind of partying... 

Now that you've gotten a burst of colors from me, go and check out Linda's blog for more party fun!!  Don't forget that Debi has some goodies to share and Sister Stamps is celebrating with more treats too! 

Thank you so much for hopping here this week and i really hope you've enjoyed seeing my creations...  even hoping that it sparked some inspiration for your next project....  THANK YOU to Jenny and Denise for having me on this celebration blog hop!!  it was SO much fun!!  Best wishes for new and upcoming adventures (and releases)!  can't wait to see more!!!  and THANK YOU to the crafty girls in participation, for allowing me to be apart of an AWESOME team!!  Happy 1st Birthday Sister Stamps!!

Don't let the party end...  get on hoppin'!!!

Hop, Hop, Hop with Sister Stamps! Day #3

It's Day #3 and you're still party hopping with Sister Stamps!!!  Sister Stamps Release #8 bringing you the most CUTE celebration images!!  We are still here, counting down the hours until the BIG ONE YEAR BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION OF SISTER STAMPS!!!  Wooooohooooooo!!!  Once again, before i begin my post, i want to shout out a humungous CONGRATS to Jenny and Denise (owners of Sister Stamps) for a huge accomplish WELL done!!!  Congrats Jenny, Denise and Sister Stamps!  One year has flown by so fast because we are absolutely LOVING all the images you have brought forward to the crafting world!  Thank you for bringing us exclusively designed images and we are looking forward to MANY MORE celebrations with you!  can i get another HOORAY?!?!?!

So, i'm curious....  what is your FAVE image so far?  if you say ALL, you're right on track....  hehehehe!  Donna's blog should have made you hop onto mine, but if you've gotten here by chance, i do suggest you head to the beginning of this party hop on the Sister Stamps blog...  be sure you visit each and every blog listed in order so you don't miss out on anything!  there are prizes being given away on the Sister Stamps blog and Debi has some treats to give away on her blog too!  so really, don't hop off this party train!

It's Mariko's time to shine today!!  She is the last of Release #8 that i'm sharing with you...  and i've changed up the type of celebration to show you how versatile these images can be... 

Taddduh!  Thank you Christmas cards...  Mariko is so giving and she is also so grateful...  Mariko is great to spice up a bridal shower creation, or even to welcome a new baby...  Today she is giving thanks!  while going through my sentiment pile of stamps, i came across this sentiment stamp by Dandelion Designs - 'Thank you for the Christmas gift!' and immediately set Mariko aside for some cards....  fitting don't you think?  summoning up scraps from my Christmas stash i put these wonderful postcard type Christmas thank you cards together...  likey? (where's my like button?! Ha!)  these make great thoughts of appreciation for those wonderful gifts you receive...  change up the papers and it can be thank you cards for any holiday or occasion...  i did keep these a little simpler than i normally do...  a big part of the lack is my Christmas stuff is buried under piles and piles of things...  and i mean PILES!  ask Jenny, she'll laugh in agreement...  hehehe!  of course, i can always add to it at the time i'm ready to send these out...

See, even though all 3 images are being released for a huge CELEBRATION, you don't have to think of them as just party images...  they can be used for ANY-thing...

There is one last reason why i saved Mariko and this creation for last (even if a little out of what i'm trying to say)...  A very big THANK YOU to Sister Stamps, Jenny and Denise, for allowing me to be apart of Sister Stamps adventures and for having me be apart of this WONDERFUL and BIG celebration!!!  THANK YOU!!!   May you both continue your passions in sharing and creating and may Sister Stamps have many many many more successful years of celebration!!! Bonsai!

Ok, i had to throw in the Bonsai!  LOL...  Thanks for coming by today and now i'm sending you over to Linda's blog....  hmmm, i wonder what fun you'll have hopping onto her blog today?!

Sister Stamps Release #8 debuts TOMORROW, July 1st!!!  so head to the nearest retailer or online site to get your hands on ALL in this release!

Day #2 - Sister Stamps Blog Hop

Hello there!  are you ready for DAY #2 of Sister Stamps Release #8?!?!  hope you saved some room for dessert because there is more SWEET-ness to celebrate!

But first, how did you all like the hop yesterday?  are you inspired to DEFINITELY pick up these sweeties?  remember, this release will be available on Sunday July 1st!  check out the Sister Stamps blog for retailers that carry this FANTABULOUS line and there's more...  Jenny will also be doing some make n takes around the island of Oahu!!  told you this release was B-I-G!!  for a list of dates, times and places, check out the SS blog!

You should have reached here from Donna's blog, but if you hopped herejust because or haven't heard about the hop, then PLEASE get started on the Sister Stamps blog...  there is just tooooo much sweetness happening today to miss out on all the fabulous creations being shared...

Today i'm sharing one of my FAVE images from this release.....  take a look...

Meet Miyoko...  isn't she just SWEET?!  or maybe it's because she's got something sweet in her hands....  oh yah, i'm a sucker for sweets and cupcakes is my weakness!  don't think of these images as just for celebrating parties...  with different color combos you can use these sweeties for any holiday....  basically ANY occasion...  with Miyoko, i went a little treat happy again in party mode...

using my matchbox die from Lifestyle Crafts i made a basic treat holder...  original thought was to stick the image on the box itself...  after much debate i decided to make a band...  a win-win situation if you ask me....  the band keeps the box closed (so you don't lose any treats wrapped inside) and you can reuse the band to bunch up some scrap paper (make it fit, hehe)...  the first photo shows you the band by itself...  the photo above shows it around the box...  these boxes much to surprise are pretty big...  mine aren't filled just yet though...  i think i'm going to save them for a while...  LOL...  anywho, while putting these together i was thinking, these boxes would be perfect for mini (mini) cupcakesmuffins...  sans the frosting...  hehehe! really!  i think you could fit one, maybe 2 inside....  might have to try that!

Thanks for hopping by today...  your next hop is to Linda's blog and again, i'm sure you'll be pleased with what she has to share with you...  if you get lost, head back to Sister Stamps blog and continue your fun there...   ALSO, must must MUST visit previous postings on Sister Stamps blog, because you just might be that lucky prize winner....  AND Debi is giving away some sweetness of her own too!  Don't miss out a chance!

We've got one more day of hopping tomorrow, so i'll she you same time, same place for more Release Day FUN!!!!

Sister Stamps Release #8 - a BIG celebration!

Are you ready for a BRAND new RELEASE from Sister Stamps?!?!?  of course you are!!  because we are literally going to PAAAAAAARTY!!!!

Introducing to you Sister Stamps Release #8!!!!  WOOOOOOHOOOOOO!!!!  but wait, there's a reason why this release is all about celebrating....  Sister Stamps is also celebrating their 1st BIRTHDAY!!!  YES, this release will mark ONE YEAR since the debut of these CUTE asian images (and friends)!  Congrats Jenny and Denise for all your hardwork and for giving us never ending CUTENESS!!  and a huge THANK YOU to Sister Stamps before i begin, for having me be apart of your FIRST BIRTHDAY!!!!

Alright, now that that is out of the way and you know why we are celebrating up in here let's get down to some cuteness!  Today is day #1 of  Release #8 Sister Stamps Blog Hop and you should have arrived here from Donna's blog...  if not, PLEASE head back to the beginning of the hop, Sister Stamps blog, and begin your celebrating there.  YOU DON'T want to miss out on anything!!

I'm showing of Takeo today!!  oh he is so CUTE!  wanna pinch his cheeks!!  hehehe....  he reminds me of my son...  sans the balloons and just running with the stick!

This release definitely screamed PARTY to me so i thought it was proper to whip up some party treats!  simply made treat bag toppers!  using the big top note die from SU!, clear party bags, doodlebug surprise party paper, yummy sweets and oval nesties, these cute treats were made...  also re-visted the out of box technique with the standard oval nestie...  something fun to do but i rarely do it...  tell me what do you think of this SWEET boy?! 

Your next stop is Linda's blog and i'm sure she's got something fabulous to share with you! if you get lost along the way you can always hop back to the beginning and pick up where you left off...   and don't forget, there's blog candy on the Sister Stamps blog and Debi is giving away some SWEET treats in celebration too!!  Hurry, keep hoping and join in on the fun (tell your friends about the party too)!!  These fun and cute images will be available on release day, Sunday, July 1st...  Get ready!!!!

Come back tomorrow for another fun day of hopping!  Sayonara!

July Secret Sister Swap

can you feel the heat?   summer is surely in the air...  i hope the summer has been well for you all so far...  not too much sunburn but lots of outdoor fun!  hehehe!

once again THANK YOU to all who continue to swap smiles!!!   the anticipation of finding out who your secret sister is must be fun in itself huh?!

well it's time for July's Secret Sister Sign ups!!  THEME for JULY - PATRIOTIC - RED, WHITE and BLUE!!!   let's pay tribute to our freedom!  you DO NOT have to create along the lines of 4th of July or things associated with the 4th...  as long as your creation has the color scheme, you're good to go!!  because i'll be away on a mini vacay this weekend, you have until July 2nd to sign up and swap info will be sent out by the 5th...

Reflection of my mini rules for this swap (Please take note of the blurbs in red):

1. You can swap anything you think is appropriate. Such as cards, 3d projects, gift tags, altered items, etc. You are not restricted to just a card for each swap... for example, you can do a card this month and gift tags next month, etc... be creative and use your talents! Many of you do not limit yourself to cards, there are some that do awesome jewelry, altered items and so on, so this is the swap to make something special and surprise someone... can't get creative? no problem, you are free to sub in a RAK too!

2. I kindly ask that you please send out your swaps before month's end. Please take into consideration snail mail timing. If you cannot mail your swap before the end of the month, you are given until the 5th day of the following month to do so. This will allow some time for your Secret Sister to receive it. If nothing has been received within 10 days past the end of the month, i will not include you in future sign ups. Please friends, let's play fair.

PREVIOUS PLAYERS, i have your info so all you have to do is comment that you will be participating on this post... here's a list of those who have already signed up:

Karen, Leanne, Gail, Sheila, Theresa, Kathy, Charleen, Miyuki, Linda T., Jayne and Mary B.

Please let me know ASAP if you are unable to participate for any reason. No questions asked, just please let me know. Thanks!!

**To clear up any confusion: your participation is monthly (unless otherwise stated by you) by confirming your participation through email or comment on the sign up posts. if i do not hear from you by the sign up deadline, it is assumed you will not be participating for the month. if it is easier for you to sign up a month ahead or for a few months, etc. let me know too.

NEW PLAYERS, please email me at krisnal5868 at hotmail dot com to sign up for April with the subject SSS or Secret Sister Swap and the following info: Name, Address, Blog URL (if you have one) and Best Email to contact you... i will send you a confirmation email that i have received your info...

you don't have to wait for me to email you your swap info, get those creative minds going and start creating!!  remember, anything you create will put a smile on someone's face!!

June Secret Sister Swap

Yikes!!  the days have been passing me by quicker than i can keep up with!!!  i ALMOST totally forgot to set this post up!!  and we are only a few days from the end of the month!  (SMH)  sorry gang!!  May has been unbelievably busy in my neighborhood...  and like most of you, i'm looking forward to a summer break...  summer break from all the school activities the kiddies have that is...  hehehe!

THANK YOU again to all of you who join in each month!!  Everyone loves receiving surprises from each other and it's nice to hear about it...  i do hope you all will continue to be apart of this swap and make it successful as it has been...  invite your friends to join in too!!

NO THEME for June!  create whatever your heart desires...  i truly hope the players are enjoying their surprises as much as making them to surprise!!  Sign ups end at Midnight on May 31st.

Reflection of my mini rules for this swap (Please take note of the blurbs in red):

1. You can swap anything you think is appropriate. Such as cards, 3d projects, gift tags, altered items, etc. You are not restricted to just a card for each swap... for example, you can do a card this month and gift tags next month, etc... be creative and use your talents! Many of you do not limit yourself to cards, there are some that do awesome jewelry, altered items and so on, so this is the swap to make something special and surprise someone... can't get creative? no problem, you are free to sub in a RAK too!

2. I kindly ask that you please send out your swaps before month's end. Please take into consideration snail mail timing. If you cannot mail your swap before the end of the month, you are given until the 5th day of the following month to do so. This will allow some time for your Secret Sister to receive it. If nothing has been received within 10 days past the end of the month, i will not include you in future sign ups. Please friends, let's play fair.

PREVIOUS PLAYERS, i have your info so all you have to do is comment that you will be participating on this post... here's a list of those who have already signed up:

Karen, Leanne, Gail, Sheila, Theresa, Kathy, Charleen, Miyuki, and Linda T.

Please let me know ASAP if you are unable to participate for any reason. No questions asked, just please let me know. Thanks!!

**To clear up any confusion: your participation is monthly (unless otherwise stated by you) by confirming your participation through email or comment on the sign up posts. if i do not hear from you by the sign up deadline, it is assumed you will not be participating for the month. if it is easier for you to sign up a month ahead or for a few months, etc. let me know too.

NEW PLAYERS, please email me at krisnal5868 at hotmail dot com to sign up for April with the subject SSS or Secret Sister Swap and the following info: Name, Address, Blog URL (if you have one) and Best Email to contact you... i will send you a confirmation email that i have received your info...

**Please note that swap info is sent out by the 2nd day of the swap month. If you miss the sign up deadline, it doesn't hurt to shoot me an email and ask if you can still play. There may be a chance i'm still sorting through the players and can add you in...

Just an Island affair....

If you love tropical or hawaiian themed products, check out Island Paperie!!

Head on over to their blog, there's a prize giveaway, but you must act soon!!  Ends on Friday...  *=)

If you're ever on Maui, stop by the store front or you can always order online here!

Follow them on Facebook too for the latest happenings!!

May Secret Sister Swap Sign ups!

May day is lei day in Hawaii.... 

Haha, who has that song stuck in their heads now?!?!  hehehe!

Can you believe we are almost at mid year?!?  gosh, where has time been going?  Hope you all are well and enjoying the spring weather...

time to sign up for my Secret Sister Swap!!!

NO THEME for MAY!  create whatever your heart desires...  i truly hope the players are enjoying their surprises as much as making them to surprise!!  Sign ups end at Midnight on April 29th.

Reflection of my mini rules for this swap (Please take note of the blurbs in red):

1. You can swap anything you think is appropriate. Such as cards, 3d projects, gift tags, altered items, etc. You are not restricted to just a card for each swap... for example, you can do a card this month and gift tags next month, etc... be creative and use your talents! Many of you do not limit yourself to cards, there are some that do awesome jewelry, altered items and so on, so this is the swap to make something special and surprise someone... can't get creative? no problem, you are free to sub in a RAK too!

2. I kindly ask that you please send out your swaps before month's end. Please take into consideration snail mail timing. If you cannot mail your swap before the end of the month, you are given until the 5th day of the following month to do so. This will allow some time for your Secret Sister to receive it. If nothing has been received within 10 days past the end of the month, i will not include you in future sign ups. Please friends, let's play fair.

PREVIOUS PLAYERS, i have your info so all you have to do is comment that you will be participating on this post... here's a list of those who have already signed up:

Karen, Amy, Leanne, Gail, Sheila, Theresa, Kathy, Charleen, Miyuki, and Linda T.

Please let me know ASAP if you are unable to participate for any reason. No questions asked, just please let me know. Thanks!!

**To clear up any confusion: your participation is monthly (unless otherwise stated by you) by confirming your participation through email or comment on the sign up posts. if i do not hear from you by the sign up deadline, it is assumed you will not be participating for the month. if it is easier for you to sign up a month ahead or for a few months, etc. let me know too.

NEW PLAYERS, please email me at krisnal5868 at hotmail dot com to sign up for April with the subject SSS or Secret Sister Swap and the following info: Name, Address, Blog URL (if you have one) and Best Email to contact you... i will send you a confirmation email that i have received your info...

**Please note that swap info is sent out by the 2nd day of the swap month. If you miss the sign up deadline, it doesn't hurt to shoot me an email and ask if you can still play. There may be a chance i'm still sorting through the players and can add you in...

Let's Celebrate with Katsura!

Hip-hip- HOORAY!!! It's RELEASE day!!! Woohoooo!! bet you all been waiting for this day... especially those who have boys in their lives... =)
Sister Stamps Release #7 - FINAL preview day!! And we are celebrating BOYS' DAY with Katsura!! (i had to save my FAVE image for last, hehehe)... so, which of these boys are your fave?? or are you going to get them ALL?!?! ;)

Before we get to my creation, i want to send another big THANK YOU to Jenny, for having me guest design for this release!! Jenny, i had so much fun with these boys!!! the ideas are endless for them and they helped me try or atleast create things i have never done or haven't done too much of... Thank you, thank you with all my heart, it's such an honor!! And to Debi, (she's like an older sister taking wing of a little sister) Thank you Debi for having me join you for previews too!!! it's been such a blast!!
Look at him!! isn't he just adorable?!?! Katsura actually does represent Boys' Day, a japanese celebration, but for those that do not celebrate it, you can use this cutie for an all occasion creation... so i left off using a 'happy boys' day' sentiment to show you (but i'll be adding one later for the lil' one)... Katsura can be used with happy birthday or just for you... ah, you get where i'm going... =)

my immediate thought was to use some washi paper for this card... but after dwelling (he was the most challenging for me) on this and that, i decide to use some pretty cool well rounded papers... all the papers are from Deja Views Soda Pop collection.... fun colors i guess... anyway, Katsura is propped on a cream colored nestied oval that i distressed with Antique Linen distress inks... and no i didn't create the shadow effect, it's actually really there.... LOL... wanted to color in the fish blue so so bad (my son's fish is blue IRL) but i thought it would be too overwhelming with all the blues... so i went with red and a honey orange/yellow, which ended up standing out against the papers... border punch is from MS... what do you think? i know it's not the most outrageous creation you've seen, but i like it and that's the finished outcome!!

Don't forget to check out Debi and the Sister Stamps blog today for the final reveal... and then head on over to your fave craft store (retailers listed on the SS blog) and get your boys!!!

Thank you again to Sister Stamps, Jenny, Debi and all of you who came out to join us in the previews!!! Truly appreciate your comments, love and support!!!

Kenichi is SHAKIN' things up!!

Welcome back!!! Day 2 of DT previews for Sister Stamps Release #7!! Hope you are loving what everyone is sharing with you... Jenny's cute slider card and Debi's awesome card scene! Told you these girls ROCK! I bet a lot of you are pinching yourself waiting for RELEASE day to come!! hehehehe.... it will, very soon!

Today Kenichi decided to take over my blog and shake things up a bit... AND he has a playful little friend by his side...
this is a type of card i haven't done in a loooooong while!! a SHAKER card!! again, with Kenichi and his little furry friend, i wanted something a little interactive to portray them having some ball chasing fun.... aren't they so sweet together?!

i'd be lying if i said working with these cuties were easy.... actually boy images are hard to work with because you have to refrain from using all those cutesy, pretty, girls embellies and papers... it would have been easy to grab some washi paper and create a card but i want to show you that these cuties can be paired with many different papers... i used papers from DCWV The Pets Stack... and i was happy to find some that really worked with Kenichi.... micro beads are from a MS set i had lying around... finally got to use them! hehehe... and i used a MS border/embossing punch... sentiment is from TGF's OA Just for you set...

just wanted to share that it is a shaker card... LOL... this is another fave interactive card my son loves... he walks around the craft room shaking it and laughs up a storm... melts my heart to see him enjoying the creations as much as i had fun making them... =)

So far, what image is your FAVE from this release?!? Go and visit Jenny and Debi too for more ideas and inspirations on these FUN FUN FUN release!!

come back tomorrow for yet ANOTHER (and last) preview!! what's more, these boys will be available for you to grab up and get creative with tomorrow too!! ain't that fabulous?!? see you then!!!

Let's take a SPIN with Yoshi!

Raise your hand if you are super excited for Sister Stamps Release #7!!!!!!! (hands up high) or is it that i'm FLYING high because i am the GUEST DESIGNER for this spectacular release?!?!
ok, ok... i'm still on cloud 9 having been asked by Jenny to join her and Debi in previewing Sister Stamps first ever BOYS ONLY release!! Cheeeehuuuu!! this is such a privilege, a HUGE honor, to be apart of these talented gals... and when asked by Jenny, i was beaming ear to ear with excitement, of course you know what my answer was!!! Thank you Jenny, for having me be apart of your design team for this release!!! i hope i do you proud!! =)

so who's ready to take a spin with Yoshi?!?!
Yep, Yoshi (and Daba) are having fun in the bamboo forest...

as soon as i saw the image of this playful little guy, INTERACTIVE totally came to mind... yes, i speak from experience because my lil' guy bounces of the walls... literally... LOL... he has so much energy and Yoshi reminded me of him... except my lil' one isn't quite doing cartwheels yet... hehehe... searching for the right type of project for Yoshi, SPINNER came to mind... i haven't tried one of these type of creations until this and it was a good idea... it was so funny to know that Jenny had the same thing in mind... and i'll admit, it took me 4 tries to get it right! **sorry i don't know what happened to link of where i found the instrux!!** my son loves it... he laughs out loud each time i share this with him... and so, i really thought Daba was appropriate to share in the spotlight... cause Daba is full of laughter too!
another pix to show that Yoshi does move... =) card is very simple... didn't want to attract too much attention to the background... i simply used the bamboo dreamweaver stencil and dabbed cottage ivy, pear tart and bamboo leaves memento ink on blue cardstock... then i took some brown cardstock, tore one edge and distressed the edges using vintage photo distress ink.... nice field for Yoshi to play all day! Dabba is simply white with a flocked bunny tail and mid-section... aren't they both just the CUTEST?!?!

Don't forget to check out the Sister Stamps blog as well as Jenny and Debi's blog... i think Yoshi is overly excited because their just might be some candy up for grabs!! Release #7 will be available on April 7th!!!!

Join me tomorrow for another preview from this new release!! until then, i'm going to spin on out of here!!!

Surprise Prize Winner!!

Super sorry this is coming by a tweeee late.... guess i'm still jumping up and down in party mode.... hehehe!!! Wow, that blog hop was one awesome party!! fantabulous way to celebrate!!

THANK YOU to all!!! My FANTASTIC LOVING friends (friends, team, participants), the hoppers and everyone that came by to sing a little Happy Birthday tune.... You all are remarkable and made my day ever SO SWEET!!!! so Thank you!!

i do have a prize to give away, just for stopping by my blog on my special day and random.org chose #4 - Kelly Lloyd as my surprise prize winner!!! Congrats Kelly!!! please contact me at krisnal5868 at hotmail dot com so i can get the prize on over to you...

Thank you again everyone for really adding the sweet icing on top of the cake!! quick huge shout out to Leanne for coordinating that wonderful fun filled hop, THANKS SISTAH!... hope you all enjoyed it as much as i did!!

April Secret Sister Swap Sign-ups

Spring has sprung!!! Although we've all been having some crazy weather, Mother Nature still has her flowers blooming!!! Once again i give THANKS to all the players that have continued to support this swap!! I sure hope you all are enjoying it!!

April brings lots of "showers"... and i'm not just talking that rain, but baby showers, bridal showers, take a bath kind of showers.... LOL, ok well bath/showers shouldn't just be done in April.... hehehe! but you catch my drift... for as long as i've known, April is always associated with some kind of 'shower'... so why not shower your secret sister with some SPRING!

Theme for April - Spring and/or Easter!! You can do an Easter themed creation or a spring one in general by associating something that is "SPRING" on your creation... for example, spring colors, spring flowers... Anything goes, as long as it fits the theme... =) Sign-ups will be open until Midnight on Friday, March 30th.

Reflection of my mini rules for this swap (Please take note of the blurbs in red):

1. You can swap anything you think is appropriate. Such as cards, 3d projects, gift tags, altered items, etc. You are not restricted to just a card for each swap... for example, you can do a card this month and gift tags next month, etc... be creative and use your talents! Many of you do not limit yourself to cards, there are some that do awesome jewelry, altered items and so on, so this is the swap to make something special and surprise someone... can't get creative? no problem, you are free to sub in a RAK too!

2. I kindly ask that you please send out your swaps before month's end. Please take into consideration snail mail timing. If you cannot mail your swap before the end of the month, you are given until the 5th day of the following month to do so. This will allow some time for your Secret Sister to receive it. If nothing has been received within 10 days past the end of the month, i will not include you in future sign ups. Please friends, let's play fair.

PREVIOUS PLAYERS, i have your info so all you have to do is comment that you will be participating on this post... here's a list of those who have already signed up:

Karen, Amy, Leanne, Gail, Sheila, Theresa, Kathy, Charleen and Miyuki

Please let me know ASAP if you are unable to participate for any reason. No questions asked, just please let me know. Thanks!!

**To clear up any confusion: your participation is monthly (unless otherwise stated by you) by confirming your participation through email or comment on the sign up posts. if i do not hear from you by the sign up deadline, it is assumed you will not be participating for the month. if it is easier for you to sign up a month ahead or for a few months, etc. let me know too.

NEW PLAYERS, please email me at krisnal5868 at hotmail dot com to sign up for April with the subject SSS or Secret Sister Swap and the following info: Name, Address, Blog URL (if you have one) and Best Email to contact you... i will send you a confirmation email that i have received your info...

**Please note that swap info is sent out by the 2nd day of the swap month. If you miss the sign up deadline, it doesn't hurt to shoot me an email and ask if you can still play. There may be a chance i'm still sorting through the players and can add you in...

Did you hear?!?!

that THE GREETING FARM is this week's sponsor over at Lollipop Crafts?!?! Yep, that's right!! and ONE LUCKY participant in the challenge this week will win their choice of ONE 4x6 set!! ain't that FABULOUS!!!

stop by Lollipop Crafts today to pick up the deets on this wonderful company and check out the eye candy all over the blog... and well, i'm posting so that means i have a creation to share with you today too!! yes i know, it's been long... hehehe
i'm using Hula Anya... one of my ALL TIME faves!!! she's paired with some beautiful paper available at Island Paperie... yes yes my design is a little simple but i didn't want to cover up the lovely print... =) and there is 2 different prints on this notepad... can you tell?!? raffia and buttons accent this note pad and it can be personalized by adding a name on the 2nd pattern paper strip below...
close up of Miss Hula Anya... she's popped up on oval nesties that were embossed with SU!'s square lattice embossing folder... the close up is because i wanted to show you the glitz in the flower centers...
what's this?!? and added embellie... retro plumeria cut also available at Island Paperie! i bought it in white and used dandelion memento ink to color it from the center out.... pretty huh!!

Thank you to The Greeting Farm for the fantastic sponsorship!!! Hop on to the blog and check out this company and then go and play in the challenge!!

Oh!! and today i'm celebrating a very special day... so in honor of this celebration ONE LUCKY COMMENTER will win a gift from me!! you have until Saturday, March 17th Midnight to comment on this post!!!

ciao for now!!! until we meet again!!

An AWARD for me, an AWARD for YOU!

It's ALOHA friday!!! what are your weekend plans? anything crafty happening? or is it just one of those weekends to kick back and chillax (chill and relax) as we say in Hawaii?!? whatever the weekend brings you, i wish you the best!!

so, although i haven't been crafting or blogging as much as i should or want to, i feel REALLY honored to have been passed an exquisite award from some wonderful and talented crafting sisters! Big MAHALOS to Joy, Sweets and Colleen for sending this award my way!!! it is definitely an honor to be recognized and appreciated!!!

These awards give small bloggers with less than 200 followers some well deserved recognition for their creations. Here are the rules:

Thank your Liebster Blog Award presenter on your blog.

• Link back to the blogger who presented the award to you.
• Copy and paste the blog award on your blog.
• Present the Liebster Blog Award to 5 blogs of 200 followers or less who you feel deserve to be noticed.
• Let them know they have been chosen by leaving a comment at their blog.

so, we all know crafting/blogging is like a fashion fad... we all get into one big thing that is new and then eventually the latest craze begins to wind down... in crafting, blogging to be precise, it's the same fad... and that means not everyone are getting the recognition they deserve... these awards are always hard to pass on because i do feel ALL of you deserve recognition... sometimes i do have to play by the rules, BUT please know that in my heart, YOU all deserve this AWARD!!!

my 5 picks in NO particular order are:

1. Cyndi ~ http://strwberizncream-cyndi.blogspot.com/
2. Linda ~ http://simpleandsassycreations.blogspot.com/
3. Jenny ~ http://crazyforpaper.blogspot.com/
4. Cheryl ~ http://pinkydots.blogspot.com/
5. Debi ~ http://craftybuzz.blogspot.com/

these ladies above are extremely talented and have given me lots of crafty inspirations!! in fact ALL of you have given me inspiration in one way or the other and i'm very very grateful for that!! PLEASE check these wonderful and uberly awesome ladies out because they are bound to inspire you!!

THANK YOU again to those who have passed this award on to me! and THANK YOU to all who continue to support my crafts and blog!! although i'm not able to show you my sincere gratitude, please know that it is there!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!! =)

off to duties on this beautiful Aloha friday!! May today, tomorrow and every day forward bring you the brightest days and the fondest memories!

March Secret Sister Swap Sign-ups

Howdy ya'll!!! i've been seeing some FANTABULOUS swaps from the players in my SSS and it brings me such joy to know that your SS is enjoying the surprises!! WOW!!!!

With that said, it's time for March sign-ups... March marks the beginning of spring, or so it is distinguished since it's the first month of the spring season... like all other seasons in Hawaii, we don't really feel the change of seasons... i take that back, we do feel SUMMER and know when it's here! March also represents my birth month and although i'm not looking forward to being another year younger, i deal with it when it comes around... LOL... don't be so stunned when asking how old i am and it takes me a little while to reply... after 21 i've lost count and truthfully i'm doing the math in my head... hahaha!

NO THEME FOR MARCH! Anything goes... whatever you want to create is fine and dandy... =)
sign-ups will be open until February 26th Midnight HST.

Reflection of my mini rules for this swap (Please take note of the blurbs in red):

1. You can swap anything you think is appropriate. Such as cards, 3d projects, gift tags, altered items, etc. You are not restricted to just a card for each swap... for example, you can do a card this month and gift tags next month, etc... be creative and use your talents! Many of you do not limit yourself to cards, there are some that do awesome jewelry, altered items and so on, so this is the swap to make something special and surprise someone... can't get creative? no problem, you are free to sub in a RAK too!

2. I kindly ask that you please send out your swaps before month's end. Please take into consideration snail mail timing. If you cannot mail your swap before the end of the month, you are given until the 5th day of the following month to do so. This will allow some time for your Secret Sister to receive it. If nothing has been received within 10 days past the end of the month, i will not include you in future sign ups. Please friends, let's play fair.

PREVIOUS PLAYERS, i have your info so all you have to do is comment that you will be participating on this post... here's a list of those who have signed up for their spots:

Kim, Karen, Amy, Leanne, Gail, Sheila, Theresa, Jayne and Mary

Please let me know ASAP if you are unable to participate for any reason. No questions asked, just please let me know. Thanks!!

**To clear up any confusion: your participation is monthly (unless otherwise stated by you) by confirming your participation through email or comment on the sign up posts. if i do not hear from you by the sign up deadline, it is assumed you will not be participating for the month. if it is easier for you to sign up a month ahead or for a few months, etc. let me know too.

NEW PLAYERS, please email me at krisnal5868 at hotmail dot com to sign up for February with the subject SSS or Secret Sister Swap and the following info: Name, Address, Blog URL (if you have one) and Best Email to contact you... i will send you a confirmation email that i have received your info...

**Please note that swap info is sent out by the 2nd day of the swap month. If you miss the sign up deadline, it doesn't hurt to shoot me an email and ask if you can still play. There may be a chance i'm still sorting through the players and can add you in...

Again, NO THEME for March... get creative, get out of your comfort zones and try something new to surprise your Secret Sister!! We all LOVE surprises!!! Have fun!! =)

made... WITH LOVE!

O-M-Goodness!!! can you believe?!?! i'm POSTING!!! LOL... yes, this past weekend crafting was not a choice of wanting to but HAVING to... hehehe!

Happy Monday and Happy Valentine's Day Eve... hahahaha! how many of you truly think Valentine's day is OVERrated?! now be honest! LOL.... guess being married i don't need the whole lovey dovey dinner for 2 and a movie... instead, i rather have a nice family dinner with the kiddies included and some yummy dessert! and maybe a disney movie... now that is a way to celebrate... but don't let my choices fool you... i'm still and probably will always be a hopeless romantic!! yes, i love love songs and love stories and fairytales... hehehe! what are you doing with your SWEETHEART this Valentine's?

New challenge over at Lollipop Crafts! last week you saw our Valentine's cards... this week we want you to kick up a notch and create anything BUT a card... the challenge... #67 - WITH LOVE! create anything such as 3D items, scrap pages, alterables, etc... and then head on over to the LC blog and link up with InLinkz... =)

We are sponsored this week by Karber Stamps! Karber's offer an array of CUTE images available both in digital format and rubber! Stay tuned for our sponsor spotlight this Thursday on the LC blog... more info on this SWEET company and prize info...

ready for my TREAT?!?
CANDY STICKS!!! they are all the rage around Hawaii.... so i finally did some... i bought the candy stick bags last year and haven't used them until now... these sweet treats are filled with plain M&Ms and topped with a cutesy and easy topper using the scalloped heart and happy 'heart' day sentiment from Dandelion Designs Fuzzy Bear 1 set.... LOVE the set... it's so cute and can be used for any occasion... i then tied a pencil to the candy stick... hope the 3rd graders enjoy this simple treat made WITH LOVE!!

after making these for about 23 students, i realized that next school year, i'll be doubling all my treats that need to be made as DD2 starts Kindergarten!! eek! i think i have to start like NOW to be finished with Halloween... LOL... that's ok, i have about 2 years that i'll have to do the doubles and then a 2 year break with only one in elementary, and then i'll be doubling again... yah, i think once the kids are pass elementary and into intermediate i won't have to do too much... HA! i can hope right?!?

well, it's been such a long time that it does feel really good to post again... come back sometime this week to see what else i've been creating in prep for Valentine's day and DD1's classmates and hula sisters! THANK YOU so very much for sticking with me through my off and on postings... i'm hoping i get more time to craft in between everything else soon... i do miss everyone and wish i could set aside more time to visit and share... cross fingers i get my groove back real soon! until then... see yah, WITH LOVE....

TGF CHA Exclusives

What's happening friends?!?! How many of you are reading this post from CHA?? may i just say i'm soooooooo JEALOUS?!? wish i could be there!

But you know what, i am there... in thought and creativity!!! yup, yup... for those of you who are at CHA, you just might have seen some of my creations sprouting right there at TGF's booth! and for those of you who have been following TGF on Facebook, Jess has been treating you all to some sneaks! Today is the day i reveal my creations being proudly displayed at The Greeting Farm's booth at Winter CHA 2012!!! Woooohooooo!!!

i was definitely on CLOUD 9 when Marie and Jess asked me to be one of their CHA exclusive guests in creating some NON-CARDS to showcase at their CHA booth... in fact my mind was racing with excitement! THANK YOU TGF, MARIE and JESS for the honor of once again being apart of the TGF family and the ability to create for TGF!!!

so, beware cause i've got lots of pictures to share with you today....
first up, one of 3 creations... the TGF banner! anyone remember seeing this peek on FB?!?! for this banner i tried to stick with the colors of TGF (ok my interp)... red, that's a must and i went with a dark brown vs a black... of course some pink and kraft colors as well....

All DP is from Pebbles, Inc. Valentine's 2012 line... sorry i've failed to catch the actual line name... =)
Miss Anya Love is featured on the first pendant... yes, she will definitely feel the LOVE this v-day... she's holding a mix of colored roses (yikes, i've had these roses lying around with no company to give credit to)...
My Guy Ian is featured on the last pendant... totally handsome and ready to swoon Miss Anya off her feet!
i did say this was made for TGF so it was given to include TGF on the banner... the letters are cut using Lifestyle Crafts English Rose Alphabets... and just a hint of bling and roses to accent these pendants.... likey???

next project.... MAGNETIC MEMO BOARD....
this was totally inspired by my friend Jenny... (THANKS JENNY!) she made some last year for the holidays and gave me some pointers since i was going crazy wanting to try one... i finally did... first one ever and it was made especially for this TGF CHA Exclusive (oh yah i'll definitely be making more of these!) Fleur Anya (one of my faves) takes the spotlight on this one.... and she is paper pieced using DP from K&Co Poppy Seeds collection... the DPs covering the tin sheet is from Autumn Leaves Poppies collection... very simply embellished as the DPs really pop...
marble magnets to help keep your memos/notes in place.... punched out some left over DP and stamped the Greeting Farm logo directly onto the DP... the logo is from the Signature set released awhile ago so please note that it is no longer available for purchase.... adhered the DP to small clear flat marbles and added a magnet to the back... voila!

last project... ALTERED PICTURE FRAME....
you may have seen this one?! if you haven't yet, let's take a closer look.... i've made just a few altered picture frames since learning how to do them... again i give credit to my friend Jenny for guiding me... we both went on trial and error when making these and compared our pros and cons... Thanks again Jenny! this one has a spotlight on the original Princess Anya...

the whole frame is covered with DP from EK Success Princess collection....
close up of the sentiment from the Butterfly Wishes set... (set is no longer available at TGF)... i really love this sentiment and felt it perfect for this frame... oh, did i mention that this sentiment was produced by TGF's very own Jess?!?! =) the sentiment has been stamped on SB Label 14 and distressed with Memento Rose Bud ink... not complete without some bling and a butterfly!
close up of Princess Anya.... notice anything? i actually popped her dress to add some scrap lace to give the overall look some puff! hehehe... i also popped out her crown and star on her wand...
bling found on this side is from Pebbles Inc. Ever After Collection... it wasn't intentional to use the bling but in the end it was just right....

WELL.... are you still with me??? hope so because i still have more info to give you... SO, which project did you like best??? LEAVE A COMMENT on THIS POST, because ONE RANDOM comment will be chosen to win a SPECIAL TREAT!!! Winner will be announced when Jess returns from CHA, on the TGF blog!!

Please head on over to the TGF blog and check out yesterday's post as well to see the beautiful scarf Bonnie made for CHA too! and check out today's post featuring my projects!!

That's it from me today!! Thank you so much for dropping in and checking out my TGF CHA Exclusives!! and a HUGE MAHALO to Marie and Jess for having me!!! Luv yah both!!!! Mwah!