You Totally Rock

Hey friends. If you're still around and reading this, then YOU TOTALLY ROCK. A lot of life has been going on over here, taking up all my blog time and blog energy, so I haven't been blogging. But that doesn't mean I don't have a lot of different things that I WANT to blog about. So, for today's "I Made it Monday" here is a card using Creeper Sasha:I played around with my watercolor marker and OMS to create this vintage black and white look. I really like this technique, but I need to work on it some more.

On a personal note, the kids are on Spring Break this week and I'm off work. We're going to enjoy the sunshine, sleeping in, and going on some day trip adventures. We've already planted a few flowers out front, and today we're going to try to walk around a few little Italian towns and explore. We need to keep BUSY or we'll all go insane. Also, David has been in Afghanistan for just over 2 weeks now. We're still adjusting to everything but I think we're doing ok so far.

I'll be back soon for another entry. I have lots to catch you all up on!

I Made It-Spaghetti Cupcakes

I love cupcakes. I love that they are individual-sized servings of deliciousness! And I love that you can make them into ANYTHING.... like this:I used the idea from my copy of Hello, Cupcake! I made these last September... but since my creativity mojo is still so low, I haven't made anything recently to show you all. The meatballs are Ferrero Rocher candies, covered in strawberry jelly. They were incredibly sweet, but yummy! I have been experimenting with my baking a little here and there so I will probably have more to show you in the future; if I remember to take pictures before my creations get all eaten up! See you all on Thrifty Thursday!

Scenic Sunday

SNOW IN DECEMBER

I'm hoping for one more snowfall before spring officially gets here...

Family Friday-Christmas

Happy Friday! Since I took a break from blogging and didn't put up any pictures of Christmas, I decided that today is a good day for it! Here is the BEFORE picture of our little tree and the gifts.

Here is the AFTER picture! It's Mayhem!
And here are a few pictures of the kids. Sorry about the bad lighting. It was still dark that morning! Andrew was in shock that he actually got a mini laptop:
Ashton was OVER joyed about his Nerf gun:
Angel loved her ponies and her Nerf gun too:I hope you all liked this quick recap of our Christmas morning. I'll see you all on Scenic Sunday!

Thrifty Thursday-Costumes

Happy Thursday Friends! This Thursday I thought I'd show you some of Angle Baby's favorite Treasures from the Thrift Store. First up, Angel's Monkey costume:Angel wears this monkey costume so often, it's ridiculous. It's thick and warm and when she wears it, it's like she's a big stuffed animal! Oh, and that adorable pink plaid jacket is a Thrift Store Treasure too! And here is Angel's Asian dress:
She wanted me to put her hair "Like Kai lan's" since she loves that cartoon. She's gotten several other dress up outfits from the Store, mainly princess and fairy dresses. Thanks for stopping by again today and I'll see you tomorrow!

I Made It!

I now it's Tuesday and not Monday, but since I'm running a day behind, Here is my I Made It Monday post for the week. This Christmas I didn't make a ton of cards to send off to everyone. I did make some cards for people who sent me cards though, and I mailed them out AFTER Christmas. I was too busy and unmotivated to get the cards done on time. But it's the thought that counts, right? I used gorgeous papers and chipboard tags and whipped up these vintage looking Christmas cards.
I put them all on Kraft colored card stock and sponged the edges with brown ink.
I used Twine on a lot of the cards, as well as cream card stock edged with a Martha Stewart punch.



I hope you enjoyed Monday's post on a Tuesday! I'll be back on track this Thrifty Thursday. Until them, leave me a comment on my blog and let me know you stopped by!

Scenic Sunday (on monday)

Oops, I didn't realize I miss Scenic Sunday yesterday. Here ya go!
Mine and my friend's bike. In the snow, in front of an old Italian Home. Yes, we went riding in the snow. It was great fun. "I Made It" Monday will be posted tomorrow. Happy President's day!