Congrats Barb & Challenge #4

I am so thrilled for my BF Barb. She and her hubby Ron just welcomed a new baby boy to the world. I admire her so much. Imagine having another baby just shy of 40 years old!! She rocks!

Introducing Barclay Alexander Danger Whalen , 9 lbs 8 oz & 22 inches :

Challenge: In honor of my friends newest addition to her family I would like to see you create a Congratulations or Baby Card. Email it to me at thynner5@yahoo.ca to earn a ballot for the monthly prize. A Chatterbox Denim Album and a weScrap kit of choice!! This prize is valued at $50.00!!

Due Date: January 31st

Happy Scrapping!

~Tara~

weScrap January Kit Reveal & Challenge #3

I have to say how much I love the January kit at weScrap. I love the vintage and Shabby Chic feel this kit has. The iTeam created some amazing layouts using this kit. iTeam Gallery

For a full kit description or for ordering details please click here: Wind Beneath My Wings Kit





The iTeam will be featuring more creations using this kit during the weScrap Crop:




Here is my favorite layout that I created using this kit. It features a wonderful photo of Emmy that my friend Sean Camp took. I used alot of ink and Glimmer Mist on this layout. I loved getting down and dirty for this one. I took a piece to patterned paper and misted it with water and then crumpled it up. I ran two different kinds of ink over it so the crack showed. I then sprayed it with Glimmer Mist. I also used Glimmer Mist on the Dollie. I also inked the edges of the cardstock to get that grungy look.

Quote Reads: " Thine eyes are springs in which serene and silent waters heaven is seen." ~William Cullen Bryant

Challenge: I would like to see a layout that is dirty and grungy. Fold, tear, rip or crumple your pages. You can add some subtle ink or alot. The degree of dirt is up to you. When you are done, email your creation to me at thynner5@yahoo.ca to earn a ballot for this months prize.

I have a great Chatterbox denim album and a kit of your choice from weScrap!!

Due Date: January 31st

Happy Scrapping!

~Tara~

Lets Capture These Sketches Blog Hop

It’s time for another CAPTURE THESE SKETCHES blog hop!!! WELCOME!! Very much hope you decide to play along with us on our first blog hop for 2010. Lots of talented ladies have each created a layout inspired by a sketch created by Tina.




To take part all you have to do is start at the sketch blog and then visit each of the blogs in the order given! Leave a comment on each blog and finally return to the sketch blog and leave a comment there telling us you have completed the blog hop and your name will be put into a draw for some fun goodies by the blog sponsor Let's Capture Our Memories!

Along the way you may also have chances to win prizes from the individual blog owners, so make sure to read each blog post!!

I created this layout of my youngest daughter Paige. I got a chance to use a really cool Owl image that seemed to go perfectly with the owl on her shirt! I got lucky.

Here is the blog hop order!! (Please link each person's blog... addresses are on the sketch blog...)Sketch Blog
Tina's Blog
Guylaine's Blog
Darlene's Blog
Ann's Blog
Susan's Blog
Allison's Blog
Calia's Blog
Lynne's Blog
Tara's Blog **You are here**
January Guest Designer Heather’s Blog
Back to the Sketch Blog


Hope you are inspired to get creating, maybe get a few of those festive holiday photographs scrapped, or create a page summarising your 2009. Don’t forget you can rotate the sketch, substitute the 4 photographs for 2 (or however many you like!), just use the sketch to inspire you and most of all, have fun!! You have until 7Pm EST on Sunday, Jan 10th to play along!! Good luck!!Thanks for playing along and happy 2010 to you all!

BONUS: I offer up a monthly prize on my blog and everyone who uses Tina's sketch and sends me a copy at thynner5@yahoo.ca will earn a ballot for my prize draw! You will have until January 31st on my blog to earn a ballot. Become a follower and also earn a ballot. Already a follower you automatically get a ballot. An extra couple chances to win a cool prize. Way cool eh?

Happy Scrapping!

~Tara~

Challenge #1 ~ Go Big

Let's start the year off BIG!!

I created the following layout of Emmy to showcase her charm. I wanted to use some big elements on the page to go with just how much charm she exudes in real life. If you've ever been lucky enough to meet my eldest daughter you would know just how true to life this layout is.

I had some wonderful Crate paper that I received from my local craft store, MacPhersons Crafts where I design for and teach. If you live anywhere within the vicinity of St Marys, Ontario be sure to check it out and maybe even sign up for a class or two.

I cut out the lovely flowers and added some amazing dimensional gem pebbles. I love how this layout turned out.

Challenge: Use some big and bold element on your page. Then email your creation to thynner5@yahoo.ca to earn a ballot for this months prize draw. I have a great prize this month. How would you like a Chatterbox Denim Album and a paper kit of your choice from weScrap?? I thought so.

How do you win?? Just become a follower of my blog to automatically earn a ballot. With every challenge you complete during the month you will earn a ballot as well. Sometimes I post easy ways to win such as word games and crosswords. I even just ask for a comment on a certain day for ballots so remember to check in often for more chances.

Due Date: January 31st

Happy Scrapping!

~Tara~

LCOM Sketch Blog Hop

Come and join me later tonight for the LCOM Blog Hop!!

Hope to see you!

~Tara~