FATHER'S DAY

With Father's Day right around the corner I thought I would post one of my favorite Father's Day books that I made. I did it in the image of a large tag. There is lots of room for photos and journaling. It came out real nice and is a great gift.

Take time to look at the pictures and maybe you could make one also. I used cardstock cardboard to make the pages and then added the paper and embellishments. There are lots of special papers and embellishments to use. You could use his favorite past time as a theme. Sports, hobbies, activities, etc. You got the idea.

Try something new today and happy scrappin'.

Sandra

The above 2 layouts were done for Scrappersaurus Scrapbook Store. I thoroughly enjoyed designing them and the colors are absolutely beautiful. The paper was made by K & Company. The transparency is by Fancy Transparencies. I also used lace, brads and some Bazzill Basics Paper.

I hope you enjoy them. Remember you can use any of my layout ideas. I have many more in the archives. Just click on a date and see if they come up.

Thanks for checking in and have a wonderful day. Try something new today and happy scrappin'.

Sandra

ACRYLIC DRESS

I have, over time, have had quite a few people ask me if I was going to do an acrylic dress album. I did! The acrylic dress was made to match the chipboard dress, except for the scallops on the bottom. I had the thought of doing that originally with the chipboard dress, but putting paper around each scallop would be very time consuming.

The acrylic dress was designed and actually cut out by me on the scroll saw. My good friend, Camille, who has done other acrylics for me in the past, hence the teapot and jar, also has a version of the acrylic dress. There is a link to her blog on my favorites, check it out.

I was given my father's scroll saw a few years ago and didn't do anything with it. So this was my virgin voyage. I also cut out a special and new version of a Christmas Album. I will not share that at this time. I am in the process of getting my ideas copyrighted. I do know that large companies look for unique ideas from the stay-at-home scrapbooker and then put them out there as their own.

Enjoy the few photos I have put up. When I am finished I may post them all. I am just not sure yet.

Thanks for looking, remember try something new today. As you can see I do that myself. Happy scrappin'.

Sandra

ACRYLIC SCRAPBOOKING

GRADUATION 2008

The above album is the accompanying album to the previous album. I had a request to make 2 albums, 1 for the graduate and 1 for mom. This is the Mom album. The paper and color choice is the same and the difference mainly is the word choices and the sayings. I chose sayings that a parent would say to a new grad for their future.

The album turned out very elegant and sophisticated. The concept is a great one. Inside the album, on the page before the last is a special album inside the album. It contains 8 pages that can be used to chuck full of those special senior year photos. This time in life is so very precious to all parents and the new graduate about to step out into the world and take it on. How exciting!

Take your time to look and any questions you have just email me or leave a comment.

Thanks for making me a part of your day.

Try something new today and happy scrappin'.

Sandra

ACRYLIC ALBUMS

GRADUATION

The concept of the acrylic album is to give depth and beauty to your scrapbooking. This album certainly does just that. The cover is shown with the school name and mascot. The mascot was hand drawn. Inside to the 1st page you have a special mat for a photo of the grad, her name and year of graduation. The rest of the album highlights interests, clubs and activities of the grad. I have a special multiple mat that flips open to reveal lots of places for photos and journaling. On the back page are 3 pull out tags. The large ones are made also for multiple photos and a smaller tag.

This album was a sheer pleasure to make. I made a parent album to compliment it. I will post the parent album on Sunday night or Monday morning. Absolutely loved doing these 2 complimentary albums for a special client. I may post the same one on ebay and list to sell a similiar one.

Thank you for checking in with me and Happy Mothers' Day on Sunday. My mom is alive and vibrant. A clear mind and a desire for word puzzles is her hobby. We are visiting her this weekend and bringing her home with us for a week's visit. Should be fun.

Happy Scrappin'.

Sandra

SURE PLEASURE !

Like they say, "A cup of tea and thee". I just had to share with you the tea set at the top of the page and my favorite place for a cup.

In Springfield, Tennessee is the sweetest little tea shop. It is located in the old downtown district in a vintage building. There are only about 20 tables and lots of ambiance. Each table is covered with vintage lace doilies or table clothes. The food and tea are served in old china, silver and napkins. The menu is simple but well liked by mostly women that go there. From little tea sandwiches, salads and of course English scones with clotted cream. WOW! I am in love with this place! I came home and checked on line so I could make scones, too. Believe me my scones were not even close, and I think I am a pretty good cook. I am sure that the atmosphere and the person(s) you choose to share the experience with is half of it.

This morning I just wanted to give you something a little different from the usual. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at "the tea shop" and wanted to share. If you have one in or close to where you live give it a shot. I bet you will relax and enjoy every minute as I did.

Have a great day today and try something new.

Happy scrappin'.

Sandra

ROMANCE

A beautiful and sweet layout. The color and beauty of this paper is exquisite. The line is called 'Chocolate' and I received it from Scrappersaurus. I did the layout for them to use. The rubons are from the same line and I not only used them on the paper I also used them on the large rick rack. The flowers were cut from the sheet of flowers and glitter. The edges of the flowers are sparkled with glitter. I cut out the flowers and then used them to help hold the photos in the layouts. They came out beautiful and only add to the sophistication of this paper.

I am sooo glad to be back and blogging again. I really missed it. Please take your time to look and feel free to use any of my ideas you can. Leave me a comment once in a while and try something new today. Happy scrappin'.

Sandra