~Clear Butterfly Card W/ Flowers And SASS~

 Hey there and happy Monday my friends,

I have a fun card today to share- probably won't see this one anywhere

except my blog as it has a tiny little cuss word in it! LOL

I was creating this weekend getting ready for some new classes and

tending to my sick son- missing out on all my scheduled activities. 

I decided to just play with my canvases, cards, and work on projects. 

 This is the adorable Butterfly Send It Clear card from Clear Scraps 

that I embellished and decorated using Pink Paislee,

Momenta Metals, and Purple Cows punches to create the flowers. 

Oh and I used some Extreme Glitter Folk Art Paint as well on the

butterfly you see- that gold one...with Viva Decor Pearls on her. 

Oh and of course my Colorbox Cat Eye Metallic inks for the roses too

and the sentiment- let's not forget Clearsnap- they make me happy. 

I just love it because the card itself is totally my style all frilly and fun

and this inside is REALLY my style with the word shit...I mean yes

I am that person that sole crazy gal who still cusses on occasion LOL

It's perfect for my gal pals! :) 

Admit it- you need this stamp!!!!! LOL

YOU'RE WELCOME carry on people! Happy Monday~

~Love Always~

Good morning my friends, 

What a week so far- sick kids, distressing news, baseball tournament...go

go and go some more but in the middle of it all my husband's strong

shoulder to lay on...al always...

This Bubble Frame was completely inspired by him and our relationship.

 When life throws you curve balls you always need love...

I used the amazing Purple Cows Punches for these roses and some

beautiful Webster's Pages and Colorbox White inks. 

 A Globecraft Memories Bubble Frame and just relaxed and created. 

I think I will put it right above my bed to remind me to breathe. 

And I always have love...more than I deserve and incredible people in my life. 

Happy Friday friends! :) 

~Thank You Teachers- Acrylic Card~

Hey there my wickedly crafty friends, 

I am up today with a fun ACRYLIC card (I mean of course) that I created

for Justice's teacher! Sorry it's not an Awkward Moments card-

I have a few of those coming for sure!

Today I was focused on this thank you card for my son's teacher. 

And creating these fun vintage flowers with my Purple Cows punches.

LOVE THEM!

I used my Jenni Bowlin papers- and just went with it. 

I don't get to do vintage style often but when I do I immerse myself

I just love it. I love all styles LOL

Anyways- it was a fun card to make- I love my Clear Scraps for sure!

Happy Tuesday my friends!!! 

Thank YOU for stopping by!

~FREE SVG & Prizes BLOG HOP!~

Good morning, 

welcome to the monthly Samantha Walker Creative Team Blog Hop!

This month Samantha is giving away a FREE SVG and

you have the chance to win the Ooh La La Stamp set! :) 

In case you have not heard SW is part of the new paper company called

Carta Bella, this project is the new Paris Girl line.

This is a composition notebook, and a backpack tag, perfect for your

little princess or Paris chic gal! :) 

I used my Silhouette with the 8 Piece Tag Set to create the shapes, 

and the black lace and crown came form Hydrangea Hippos store on Etsy. 

I laminated the tags using my Purple Cows Laminator. 

 Now if I only had a little girl! LOL

I don't see my boys carrying this to school anytime soon. 

Ok here are the blog hop details:

The blog hop will begin on Wednesday 8/8 at 12:01am MDT and they will have to comment by Sunday, 8/12 at 11:59pm MDT in order to be eligible for the free SVG/Silhouette file as well as the prize...which will be the Ooh La La French Frills stamp set.

YOU ARE HERE↓↓↓↓

Cristal Hobbs 

Now on to↓↓↓

AJ Otto 

Happy hump day my friends~

~Fun "Fancy" Bookmarks~

Good morning my crafty friends, 

Today I wanted to share a project I created this week. 

Fancy bookmarks any woman would love. 

The crystals are REAL crystals from Connie Crystal (love them)!

I used Momenta papers (Travel Pyramid) and my Purple Cows 

Laminator and wire. It was a fun little project. 

I actually got the ribbon from Joanns for ....10 CENTS!!!! 

I about fell over when I saw it, I am going back today to see if they have more. 

Now, to decide who is going to get them! :) Have to find someone 

who doesn't just read on their ereader now.

Happy Friday, have a wonderful weekend!

~Winner + Mini Pocket Album + Class Is Open!!~

Good morning my friends, I am typing this

late at night and listening to the thunder and watching the lightning. 

I love a good storm...anyways I have 2 things to share today!

This is a little pocket mini album I made from Trinity Paper Arts goodness,

 I took the journaling cards from the patterned paper and created this little

album and made a little pocket for it. Totally fun and cute. 

 I also used the Purple Cows Pin It for the metal heart pins *love*

 I like the idea of having one of these in your bag or wallet. 

Oh and my class is OPEN for enrollment! I will be giving away

a FREE class this week so stay tuned for your chance!

The class will be 20.00 and you can access it day or night.

I worked very hard on 40+ minutes of step by step tutorials. 

VERY easy to follow, and you will love the acrylic cards!

Go check it out!

http://www.mycreativeclassroom.com/course/info.php?id=606

Ok and I forgot to post the Cricut Cartridge winner...*sorry I have been so busy*

but here it is...random draw...by rafflecopter (not me!! LOL)

Please email or Facebook me your information and I will get it in the mail. 

~Beach Fun Layout & New Tattoo~

Good morning my friends, 

I took the day off for me yesterday and went to the tattoo shop ALONE! :) 

*scroll down for pics*

In the mean time, I am dying over  this Scraptastic Club May Kit! :) 

Weathered Spring is the name and it's such a cool kit. 

You can find Scraptastic Club and Purple Cows links on my side bar ➦➦➦

Here is another layout I created with the kit. 

Perfect for summer pictures, beach pictures, spring pictures.

Pretty much anything really.

I also used the Purple Cows Autumn Punch it on the corners. 

I love scrapbooking these beach photos. 

Everything on the page is from the kit. 

And here is my new tattoo. 

It is a very cool Tiki Hello Kitty Face with the words

"Kekoa Survives"

What it means for me is....the other half of my life.

My survivor strong side. 

Kekoa means: The Warrior or The Strong One

and Survives because I really feel it takes such tenacity and

strength to survive all the abuse and pain I had in my life. 

It reminds me of how strong I can be when needed. 

I LOVE this tattoo! I am so excited to take better photos.

I will share when it heals. 

It was a much needed break and I felt so cool getting it on my own

the tattoo artist Renee from Touch Of South, well she is just incredible. 

Ok enough of my personal chatter, sorry to hog the blog with tattoo

chat I know some people find it offensive, but it's just me :) 

Happy Wednesday my friends, I love ya~

~All Things Altered Blog Hop~

Good morning my crafty friends!!

Welcome to the "All Things Altered Blog Hop"!!

My friend Pam asked me to join her blog hop and it's so much fun.

Many prizes along the way.....you should have arrived from Pam's

blog http://www.pammejo-scrapbookflair.blogspot.com

For this blog hop I made a chalkboard from a old frame and the paint

of my choice. (recipe below).

I used vintage lace, twine, a Purple Cows punch, pearl pens, paint

unsanded tile grout, old frame, and a small board.

I actually began the chalkboard at a Pinterest Party, then my friend

Melody brought it home for me so I could finish it off.

Here is the homemade chalkboard paint recipe:

Start with flat-finish latex paint in any shade. For small areas, such as a door panel, mix 1 cup at a time.

1. Pour 1 cup of paint into a container. Add 2 tablespoons of unsanded tile grout. Mix with a paint stirrer, carefully breaking up clumps.

2. Apply paint with a roller or a sponge paintbrush to a primed or painted surface. Work in small sections, going over the same spot several times to ensure full, even coverage. Let dry.

3. Smooth area with 150-grit sandpaper, and wipe off dust.

4. To condition: Rub the side of a piece of chalk over entire surface. Wipe away residue with a barely damp sponge.

Ok on to the next blog....

Nicole- http://canadiannickelscrapn.blogspot.com/

Be sure to comment on EVERY blog to be entered to win.

Many prizes along the way!!

~My Long Beautiful Road & Sweet Friends~

Good morning my friends,

While we are in the midst of spring break and 86 degree days here in TN,

I took time out in my craft room to create this week.

Ok it's mostly hiding from the boys LOL

I created this layout "My Long Beautiful Road", with some

snapshots I took a month ago. Hubs called me at 6am and said "Hurry

go to the railroad tracks and fields and take photos!"

It was a beautiful frosty wonderland. He knows me so well.

Anyways this railroad shot really gave me some reflection on my life this year.

The lessons I am learning as I get older.

Journaling: As I approach 40 I see now that people who want to

find fault with you, are insecure and not always worth the pain they

bring to your life. If they choose to see you as a bad person you cannot

fix their choice no matter how much kindness or love you give to them.

Just let the insecurity go~

You cannot blame yourself for others insecurities.

Treasure those who love you for your kindness & love.

I used the amazing Samantha Walker papers, and the sweet

Purple Cows Punch to make the banner. :)

Here is the original photo I took. Such a fantastic morning

it really gave me so much to think about and gave me such inner peace.

Oh and I wanted to show you a couple shots I took yesterday!

Miss P is going to be in a pageant and we needed a head shot,

she did not want to sit still for anything LOL but I did get some

cute candid shots of her. :)

Isn't she precious, it was a sweet day.

What a blessing she is in my life.

I am so blessed to be surrounded by sweet little girls and

some amazing boys too. It's going to be a fantastic summer!!!

Cannot wait for the picnics, park trips, and parties.

I think this sun is really helping my mood LOL

Happy Hump Day my friends!!!!

~Kids Crafts-Laminating Fun~

Good morning my crafty friends....

I had a fun project this weekend with my boys, well my one boy LOL

He came to me Sunday and said "Mom I have a project due, we need to

go to the store and get poster board and go get it laminated and I need clovers too"

HUH?? LOL Really?? I just had oral surgery kid LOL

Thankfully I had my handy dandy laminator from Purple Cows,

And the extra long 20" laminating sheets, along with some sturdy cardstock.

I was tickled pink about it because it meant I could stay home.

I grabbed my Purple Cows Laminator, Purple Cows trimmer,

green cardstock, laminating sheets, crayons and markers

and let him go crazy.

Pretty cute right???! :)

Anyways it was a lifesaver, totally handy to have one on hand

especially if you are a teacher or have kids.

Now....COME BACK TOMORROW! I have a special blog hop

and 2 projects to share...also Thursday I have 2 projects to share.