SCHOOLHOUSES

The above photos were taken in the Finger Lake Region of upstate New York. With the exception of the top photo all the rest were taken of Amish Schoolhouses. They were taken in the summer when school was not in session. The Amish do not like to be photographed, so it is nice to respect that.

The top photo was of a field of wildflowers right across the street from the blue schoolhouse. The smell was so sweet and the breeze was just gently blowing making the flowers move in unison. This was a very peaceful and serene setting. The other schoolhouses intrigued me and I snapped a picture trying to show the whole area. Most of the schools were red with an outhouse, horse area and play area. You can almost imaging children playing, giggling and having fun.

Enjoy the pictures and let me hear any comments you have. Become a follower of the website and get emails for the updates.

Thank you again and happy 'scrappin'.

Sandra

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WANETA LAKE

In the middle of the summer of August 2007. Can we just say 'beautiful'. The lake was so calm, the breeze was slight and the sweet aroma in the air of just being at the lake. It seems to have its own unique smells and sounds. Even when there are no boats or other water craft buzzing on the water, the calm and serene feeling will overcome you oh so fast. I would sit on the dock in a lawn recliner and just snooze or stare out across the water and thoroughly enjoy the moment.

Waneta Lake is one of the smaller Finger Lakes. Seneca Lake is the largest then Keuka, Cayuga, Waneta and Lamoka. There are vast fields of vineyards, fruit and produce. Many are sold around the lakes at fruit/vegetable stands. A very unique place.

I hope you enjoy the photos and my next installment will be of Amish schoolhouses.

Have a great day and happy scrappin'.

Sandra

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OLD BEAUTY

Two summers ago I pilgrimaged back home to upstate New York. The area is known as The Finger Lake Region. Well, I was in an architectural mood. For years I had enjoyed looking at the proud older homes and churches. I found some I really liked and took photos of them. I am sharing them with you today.

Just picture yourself on a summer day, temperature in the high 70's, low 80's, low humidity and just a sweet aroma in the air. Oh, I am so there. I took a drive around the back roads, windows down, letting my hair blow and snapping pictures of the countryside and some of my favorite houses and churches. The Victorian type of architecture is a special look and is well known in this part of the country. Usually built around the turn of the century into the beginning of the 1900's. These beauties have been lovingly restored to their previous glory and elegance.

The wine country of Keuka, Waneta and Seneca Lakes are known for these types of houses and large buildings. Growing up I never noticed these as I do now. I just took them for granted, but now they are part of the reason for "coming home" to that part of New York State.

Just thought I would share them with you and hope you enjoy them as I do. I will be posting pictures of the countryside, Amish schoolhouses and farms. Oh, I am so homesick now.

Have a great day and happy scrappin'.

Sandra

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COUSINS

This has to be one of my all time favorite layouts. The center picture is of Sarah and Rachael. Rachael is on the left and Sarah on the right. The two of them had just put on lip gloss and posed for the photo. You can see the admiration in Rachael's eyes for her older cousin, Sarah. She really looks up to her. I know you cannot see it, but neither of them even got close to their lips. S-O C-U-T-E and very adorable.

Just had to share.

Happy scrappin'.

Sandra

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MARDI GRAS PAPER BAG ALBUM

A colorful, beautiful, and almost all handmade Mardi Gras album. The papers used are handmade and purchased in New Orleans from their premier scrapbook store - Scrappersaurus -. The mask on the cover is all handmade and put together. This roomy book boasts of coins, feathers, fibers, beads and many embellishments made special for Mardi Gras by popular companies. The 2 large pockets have lots of room for souvenirs, tickets and any other items you want to save.

I listed this book on eBay this week and the auction will be over tomorrow. I know it is worth the asking price as many of the items are completely handmade and/or bought special for this book.

Enjoy looking and happy scrappin'.

Sandra

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VALENTINE CARD

Our latest task for the Lime Light Design Team was to make cards to be auctioned off. We are contributing to the purchase of playground equipment for children. All the money we raise at the auction will go for just that purpose.

The cards were a lot of fun. I will be posting them here from time to time. Everyone is going from very fancy to just fancy. I look forward to finishing mine and sending them off for auction. As far as I know this will be the first time anything that I have created has been auctioned off. Definitely a lot of fun.

Have a great day and try something new today. Happy scrappin'.

Sandra

VALENTINE "I LOVE YOU" Acrylic Book

Back page of book.

Acrylic Heart Shaped Book

The above book was laser cut in the shape of a heart. There are 4 pages, 8 front and back. There is plenty of room for photos and large mats. The book is made by Want 2 Scrap and can be purchased in a kit at www.want2scrap.com. All of the books and other projects are reasonably priced and very different from others you will find elsewhere. The above book contains flowers, bling, rubons, hand doodling, ribbons, fibers and other trims. Give the website a look, I know you will like it. Have a great day and try something new today. Happy scrappin'.

Sandra