One, Little Two, Little Three

...Little Indian ...Anyone know that song?

I love how this card turned out. I only have a few copic markers (well, a few compared to most stampers). And some are pretty random (got 'em at my local scrapbooking store). So I have a hard time blending/ shading sometimes. For this, I chose green, red, and brown to color this exotic Anya. She turned out pretty cool and earthy. Luckily, I had a PP that featured her coloring. Although the pp looked pretty modern, the hambly wood grain & mesh brought it back down to earth.

Supplies:
CS- Bazzill
PP- Scenic Route Rd, Hambly
Sticker- Hambly
Stamp- Anya, The Greeting Farm
Ink- Memento
Markers- Copic
Misc- ribbon, mesh

Anyway, hubby's current car is really old so we were thinking of buying a new one. Because of our growing family, he wanted to get this:

Sienna.

But I really wanted this:
Highlander SUV/ Hybrid.


Or even this....HAHA!
Porsche Cayenne.


But I think we need to be practical. We definitely cannot afford a porsche (right now). Plus, I really do care about the environment so I don't want a gas guzzler. And because I'm short, I have a hard time getting into an SUV much less putting a car seat in!

Decisions, decisions (when you're a grown up!)...

Thanks for visiting! Toot-a-loo!!

Beauty and the "beast"

I have a friend whose fashion style is similar to mine in that we both like to accessorize and are pretty girly. So for Michelle's birthday, I chose the Mermaid Anya from The Greeting Farm as she is quite femme with her long, luxurious hair and cute seashell "bra." Then I put glitter beads in her hair as well as sequins at the bottom - I know Michelle could also be flashy & likes a lil bit of 'KaPoW!'

Supplies:
CS- Bazzill
PP- Cosmo Cricket, My Little Shoebox
Glitter Beads- Doodlebug designs
Stamp- Anya, The Greeting Farm
Ink- Memento
Markers- Copic
misc- Sequins, paper strip

Today wasn't a good day :(. Mattie & I drove to a friend's house for his first playdate. Unfortunately, he was fussy most of the time. The other moms were understanding for the most part. But I still felt bad and embarrassed. We had fun though even though I felt like crying on the way home. & the ironic thing is, Matthew had been less fussy. Oh, parenthood!! Always keeping us on our toes! Maybe it's also because his nap was cut short by the heat and his feeding was interrupted because we had to leave. Nonetheless, I don't want his fussiness to prevent us from going out of the house.

This one's for the boys.

Made this card for my brother's birthday. Although he doesn't surf, he's become very active lately. To the point of walking 5 more miles after he already did his work-out. You see he fell and broke his bike while mountain biking along the trails. He was close to our house and called to get a ride back to his truck, which was about ten miles away. He insisted we only meet him halfway even though it was hot and humid that day!

Supplies:
CS- Bazzill
PP- Reminisce, Island Paperie, Hambly
Sticker- Stamping Station
Brads- American Crafts
Stamp- Ian, The Greeting Farm
Ink- Memento
Markers- Copic


Things that inspires me:

You can't see her too well but the person with the helmet is Maritza, who for two hours had been riding in her hubby's bike. What's baddd-a$$ is she wasn't scared at all!! And that bike is tight!

Toot-a-loo!! Have a great Saturday everyone!

DT entry

Here's my submission for the Anyone For Anya DT call.

The father of my close friend had passed away and so, I made her a card according to the sketch. I used the Angel Anya and made her look like my friend. I'm sure that there is nothing I could say that would erase her pain but I do hope she knows I am there for her during this difficult time. The service is in New Jersey. In lieu of the flowers I wanted to send, I picked a patterned paper that has them instead. I also thought writing out the sentiment would make it more personal. As far as supplies, I used American Crafts for the PP, the brads, and sticker. Everything else = unknown.

On a happier note, I can't believe my baby boy is growing up so fast. It seems like he gets bigger and bigger each day. And is it just me? But do all moms think their babies are the cutest. I may be biased but I think Mattie is sooooooo cute! :) I especially love his eyes and his lips. And this shirt is just too cute!!

Addicted to Anya (Anyone for Anya?)

There's a new DT call for Anyone For Anya?.

It's a challenge blog for The Greeting Farm stamps.

I think it's perfect for me!!! Why?

1. These stamps are my favorite stamps (and practically the only ones I use) for making cards.

2. It's an excuse to buy more Anya or other TGF stamps :).

3. I've been entering challenges at the TGF site anyway and this will just encourage me to continue and improve!

4. I'll get to meet more Anya fans!

...and lastly...

5. I hope to inspire and encourage others' creativity! :)

Wish me luck!

XOXO