Thanks...........

I can't believe I am posting twice in one day! We had a wonderful time at church this morning and then wonderful fellowship with friends at lunch. Hubby and I snuck a quick, 4 hour, nap! Whew-it's been a long time since we took a nap on Sunday afternoon. I needed to enter the Viva La Verve's challenge and it ends tonight. Here is my take on the sketch...

~Spooky~

I know.....It is a bit early to be thinking about Halloween, but I couldn't resist! While going through some of my stamped images I came across this little guy..... I love Halloween!!!! I chose Lauren's Sketch and created this cute little card.....

I hope all has a wonderful Sunday! We're off to church soon:)

1st Annual 2 Sketches 4 You Ultimate Card Showdown

I am so excited about the 1st Annual 2 Sketches 4 You Ultimate Card Showdown challenge. Click on the link above to view the challenge! There are TONS of entries so far......

I am short for time, so I just will post my creation! I am a teacher and really enjoy making teacher themed items.

Enjoy!

The Next Level Card Challenge 1

School's out and I'm ready to get some creative crafting time in. I really want to participate more in challenges so I am on the hunt for new ones. My first find is The Next Level. One of my favorite card makers, True is one the debuting design team. If you are not familar with True's cards then you REALLY need to check them out. They are awesome! I hope when I 'grow up' I'll be able to make cards that are like hers! Her stamped images are always so cute and I love how she layers them for a wonderful 3-d effect. She has an eye for color and design. She used all kinds of embellishments and I envy her sewing techniques. (I've got to get a little machine for cards! I'm afraid to use my Brother 8500.)

Here is her blog: http://truesgiftsfromtheheart.blogspot.com/

and

Here is the site to The Next Level Challenge Blog

http://thenextlevelchallenge.blogspot.com/

Here were this week's challenge deets:

1. Make an Aperture/Cut out Card

2. Include a hand made faux Prima Lollipop flower

and

here's my creation.......

Have a fun Friday everyone!
Leslie

Summ, Summ, Summertime.............

Kids are officially out for summer here!!! Mine are so excited. Our youngest said, "Mom, I was done with school when I went out the door!" Don't you remember the days when you got out for summer! Our family is planning on a fun and relaxing summer.

I embellished these cute little white lunch sacks and used them as gift bags for my husband's secretaries at his school. They are all the same layout, just different paper.

Wordless Wednesday

Ella's Altered Frame

Welcome! I am so glad you came to visit today! As promised, I am posting a picture of the altered frame that I made for my niece's room. I began with a basic wood frame. I wanted it to match the nursery so I painted it green and accented with pink. I painted a few pieces of chipboard and added some bought chipboard sayings! Let me know what you think!!