Happy New Year!!

Relaxing this evening, enjoying a little quiet time:)  We had a busy, wonderful Christmas!  All the kids were home, that was the best part.  Lots of presents to open.!!

I was very excited to get a new computer for an early Christmas present, but Jim couldn't stand me not having something to open!  He picked out some pretty earrings, a cute little coach bag and a fun cover for my phone.  He did good!  Katie gave us some tickets to Second City Comedy Club that is coming to The Englert in February.  Looking forward to that!

Molly got a new computer, too!  She moved to Miami today:( and really needed a new lap top.  She was THRILLED!

Here's a photo of the other youngins!

The three of them really enjoyed their time together.

I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and wish you a very Happy New Year!!!!!

New Class at The Scrapbooking Studio!

I have created a new class that will be offered at The Scrapbooking Studio in June!  We will be creating two, two page layouts using the "Fresh Goods" line from American Crafts.

I love this line!!  The colors are bright and cheerful and can be used for so many different themes.  I love that they also offered several papers with a kraft background:)

We will be using assorted chipboard pieces (they may vary from what is shown), cork adhesive back paper (LOVE this) Sizzix dies, Ranger inks and lots more!!  The fee for the class is $20 and will be offered June 20th at 6PM.. The class size is limited so dont delay in calling the Studio!!    They can be reached at 309-736-7242.  Hope to see you there:)

A New Look!!

I managed to move my blog from Typepad to Blogger with only one problem:  Someone else had my Tales From the Bleachers name!!!!  AND she hasn't posted in over a year!   Hard to let go, but I did:)  So welcome to my new blog, Cindy's Paper Creations!  It works for me!!  Lots of work to make it look the way I want, but baby steps!  And it was really easy-no moments of panic or anything!

I've been busy lately, making things for Sweet Tooth and for The Scrapbooking Studio.
Here are some new kits in the Sweet Tooth store and at The Scrapbooking Studio!!

They were all made with the new Mini Lines from Echo Park.  One Dance, one Boy and Girl and Boy Birthday Layouts.  I think EP has the right idea selling mini lines-love them.

Amy, from The Scrapbooking Studio gave me some gorgeous paper from Simple Stories to work with. I used the "Fabulous" line and this is what I came up with.

I really liked how my projects turned out.  The first layout is of Katie and her friend Jessy.  the second layout is some fun memories from this past Scrapfest with the Reminisce gals.  We had SUCH a good time!  I made the mini album using the 4x6 cards from the journaling card elements and 4 x 6 page protectors from SEI.  The pictures were from a Scrapping Retreat back in 2009.  We went to a little place in Stuart Iowa called PJ's and Pigtails.  Had a great time!!

Thanks for checking out my "new" blog!  Looking forward to making it mine:)

WOW!!!!

I can't believe I haven't checked in here in over a month:(  It's not like I don't have anything to share!!  Between things for Sweet Tooth, for Reminisce and The Scrapbooking Studio I have been BUSY!!  Add in a part time job and let's just say the dust bunnies are winning!  But that's okay, they don't eat much!

I had lots of fun making layouts with the latest Reminisce papers.  They released some great new lines at CHA.

Their new line, "Destination Expedition"  is one of my favorites ever!  This layout was created with a beautiful picture from Kyle's trip to Vietnam.

I feel LOTS more layouts coming with this line!!  I also used it to create this layout of Katie and her Dance Team friends waiting to ride "Expedition Everest" in Disney World.

I also loved that they came out with new Jetsetters for all the states.  They are SO great!  I used the New Mexico to create this next layout of Jim in Bandelier National Park.

More to share but must get ready to head to "The Creek" AKA Coldwater Creek:)  Working all day today.  Hope we are busy!  TTFN!!

New Layouts!

I was really excited when Amy at The Scrapbooking Studio gave me the "Yours Truly" line from Echo Park to create with!  I love the colors and love the stickers that coordinate with this line. 

This first layout is of my parents on their wedding day.  They were so young:)

This second layout is of Molly on her graduation day.  Such a goof!  I used a sketch by Lucy Chesna for this layout.  

This paper line was perfect for both of these layouts!

I also used a Lucy sketch for the following card.  I don't do a lot of cards so her sketches REALLY help me out!!

Lastly, a fun little project.  I used an inexpensive frame and used a couple of my favorite billfold size photos from Mollys graduation pictures.

So be sure to stop by the Studio and pick up some "Yours Truly"  It is a great lione and can be used for so much more than Valentines Day!

Reminisce CHA Sneak Peeks!!

Hi everyone!!  I'm so excited that I FINALLY get to share with you one of my favorite Reminisce lines yet!!  Expedition Destination is a fantastic new travel line-the colors- lots of browns and greens- and designs are fantastic!  Perfect to scrapbook so many of Kyle's travel pictures.

Here's a layout I created with this line!

LOVE this line!!  Can't wait to create more with it.  But first, I need to finish up a few things for Sweet Tooth-you just might see some more NEW Reminisce papers!!!!

Last but not least-make sure to stop bythe Reminisce blog and Facebook and leave a comment.  You just might be able to win a prize pack:)

 

 

Scrapbook Basics at The Scrapbooking Studio!!!!

I would love to have you join me next month at The Scrapbooking Studio for my Scrapbooking Basic class!!  The class will be Saturday, February 18th at 10:30.

Here are the layouts that we will create:

For just $9 you will create all three layouts, based on the books, "Sketches for Scrapbooking" by Allison Davis.   Just call the store at 309-736-7242 to reserve your spot!!  Hope to see you there!