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I used an entire package of 3D Foam Squares on this one!

Did you see the blog hop with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L and Graphic45?  I could not resist using an ENTIRE PACKAGE of 3D Foam Squares on this layout.  That's kind of how I roll, or should I say STICK!

So I have a little confession to make.  I am in the middle of moving and have to move from a very large studio to a small bedroom, this is temporary while we wait for escrow to close on our house.  This is temporary but nonetheless, there are deadlines for projects.  I was sitting in my room with boxes all around me, and could barely find the basics.  Scissors, paper, adhesive, distress ink, blending tool and pen.  

After some searching, and a big mess, I gathered the basics.  That is all that I had to work with.  If you know me, you know that I dont use many embellishments unless I can make them out of paper. 

Using the new Graphic45 ABC Primer collection, beautiful May Arts ribbon, laser cut fence from Imaginarium Designs, twine, distress ink and blender, copic pen and nothing else...I created a little story:

 

 

I wanted a sewn look but of course, do not know where the sewing machine is at this moment so I resorted to some twine carefully tied around the cut and dimensional frame.  Then topped it with a tag.

The fence actually sits off the page an inch and is held with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L, 3D Foam Squares.

 

Be sure to stop by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L and Graphic45's blog for the second week of the blog hop!

 

Living The Altered Life,
Candy

May Arts & October Afternoon...A Great Pairing!

It was wonderful to play with some October Afternoon paper, especially my personal favorite 5 & Dime.  The first layout I used some May Arts trim as the frames on the photos.

Then I could not resist doing some ruffles, it is one of my favorite techniques on a layout, it gives it such a luxurious feel that is still not too bumpy and can fit in the album.

Then I added a sash to a ruffle...love this effect it is the first time I have done it.

Be sure to check all the wonderful creations that the design teams are doing at May Arts and October Afternoon. 

Living the altered life,

Candy 

Sharing some Scarlet Lime Love with you.....kit style!

First of all, I had the utmost pleasure of meeting Christy Tomlinson of Scarlet Lime.com at Ranger University a few weeks ago.  Christy is such a sweet girl, I love that she was just herself no matter what because just being her was great!  I look forward to my trip with Christy in Utah in the future...(I have not forgot) 

Prior to Ranger U and meeting Christy in person, we had the pleasure to feature one of the Scarlet Lime kits and She Art Class for the May issue of Scrap n' Art Magazine.  And I had some "me" time etched out and played with the kit.

This layout is of my youngest daughter, Mariah of photos that were taken by my oldest daughter, Chelsea Rosenberg of CLR Photography.

All products used were in the kit, with the exception of Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L (tm) 3D Foam Dots and MyStik adhesive.

These kits are fabulous and loved working with this one, thank you Christy!

Living the Altered Life,
Candy 

A little fun tidbit to share. Have you picked up your latest issue of CK?

Yesterday I got a message on Facebook from a friend saying they saw my Graphic45 layout in the newest issue of Creating Keepsakes.  Of which, I promptly replied, no it isnt.  The layout was not due to come out until June/July, so I thought.   Not only that, I had scanned this issue 3 times already in the last week and did not even see it.  Ok, so I am bit preoccuppied...but still, really?  I missed it.

Well, anyways, she was right and now I can share it.
(Creating Keepsakes, March/April, page 80)

 

This is my "adopted daughter" in Atlanta, Georgia.  She is such an incredible young lady and volunteered to be "Rosie The Riveter" for a photoshoot for Bombshell Stamps.  I nicknamed her Miss Hollywood because that is where she belongs...she is a true chameleon and can fit into just about any theme!  Someday, she will be autographing this layout of mine!  Love you Kae!

Thank you for stopping by,

Candy

Some CHA Love...

My daughter, Mariah was so happy to see that the layout I made with her photos was hanging on the wall in the Graphic45 booth at CHA.  She is my rock star and love this layout, "Always walking the tight rope" as that is my girl for sure.  I wanted to share it with those of you that have not got to see it yet. 

 

 
 
 

 

And the entire design team was asked to make records with a sleeve for the booth display that Diane was masterminding.  This was a lot of fun but definetly took some serious thought.  I have a couple actual vintage records so it made a great template!
 
 

 

 
 
 


 


Although I will be stepping down from  Graphic 45 this April, I could not imagine not using the most beautiful paper I have ever seen!  Thank you to the entire Graphic45 company for a wonderful two years!

Living the altered life,
Candy

CHA Prep Day 2: Well sort of.

I have been preparing for CHA for a couple of months but the "big" surprise is on Day 2!

Here is another sneak picture:

And I thought I would share a small tidbit of a layout for the Graphic45 booth with the new Le Cirque collection.  Sorry I cant show more:

 Thank you for stopping by, come back for Day 3!

Living the altered life,
Candy

 
 

Check out my new Steampunk Stamps in action and a contest!

I received the stamps last Monday and have not had a chance to play with them yet.  I went straight home from work today and got busy as soon as I walked in the door.  Several months ago, I commissioned a fellow crafter that I had spoken to on the net over the course of several years but had never met, to make a doll "Steampunk" style for my collection.  Thank you again, Rachel!

The original post about it is here:

http://candyscraps.typepad.com/scraps/2010/10/she-has-arrivedmy-steampunk-baby-is-safe-in-my-arms.html

I wanted to make a Thank You card for Rachel, but decided to use the new Steampunk Charity Wings  and Vintage Treasures stamps to make a Thank You Layout instead.

          
 

 

 
 
 
 
Thank you for stopping by, there will be more projects soon! 

And if you comment on this post with your ideas for future vintage stamps, you will be entered to win some Graphic45 paper and my newest release due to be revealed next week!  So comment away!

Living the altered life,
Candy

So much to share, grab a chair a cup of coffee and lets get started!

First, I wanted to share a layout that is part of an iPhone app that was recently launched.  We just got permission to share our sketch layouts, however, I cannot share the sketch or the other 100+ sketches that are in this app, but check out the links below to get the app!  I am currently working on another sketch layout today for the upcoming second edition of this app!

{This is my son and his new wife when they were expecting.  Paper used is Graphic45, Prima flowers, 7Gypsies tag and Nikki Sivils corduroy buttons}  Oh and yes, this is only one layer, I can do simple layouts too, believe it or not! LOL!


Sketches2Scrapbook is a Scrapbooking Sketch App that will allow you to think creatively on the go with over 100 unique sketches and layouts to keep you inspiredSketches2Scrapbook is a totally self-contained system where you can search the sketches for the one that suits the layout you want to make - you can search by style, by number of photos, by embellishments, even by the number of different papers you want to use.

Full App can be had here: http://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/sketches-2-scrapbook/id404025304?mt=8  This one has 104 sketches plus the 12 free ones.

Lite Version here: http://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/sketches-2-scrapbook-free/id404021445?mt=8
Comes with 12 free sketches!

 

Second, the reveal of the new stamps will be on The Rubber Cafe blog on Wednesday, so keep an eye out!  Meanwhile, be sure to friend their facebook page, we are giving away 5 prize packages that include the "Steampunk" inspired stamps, a pad of Steampunk Debutante paper from Graphic45 and some other goodies that Melissa has thrown in!  Think pocket watches, dress form, old script and more!

A NEW ANNOUNCEMENT!
I am completely honored and thrilled to pieces to have been asked to design for "The Vintage Market" and couldnt be more pleased! The Vintage Market is a unique kit club and manufacturer of some pretty cool new products that will be introduced at CHA!  Unfortunately, we have to keep the products a secret for a bit longer, but I would love to share a Punky Sprouts book, "Punky Love" that I made using the Valentine's kit that is now featured on their site! 

 

Lastly this one is on a personal note. 

I just had to share my youngest daughters christmas tree this year.  It was a cactus that she likes to call BOB, she got a few miniature ornaments and adorned bob with it.  Plus I have to share her holiday toes!

 

 It can be so fun to embarass your children!  Oh, and lets not forget my oldest daughters senior picture shoot yesterday...this is my "mini me" and she is such an incredible help. She is the one that works at the store when I am at the shows and teaching classes.  I could not do this without her!

So that is it for the moment, back out to the studio is it CHA crunch time and my to do list is LLLLLOOOOONNNGGG!!!!

Getting ready for the holidays with Teresa Collins "Noel" collection

I had a full day yesterday.  I went to work, had a Graphic45 class after then off to the Craft Warehouse with Patty for OPEN HOUSE.  It was packed, ran into a few good friends there too.  While shopping I spotted the new Teresa Collins "Noel" collection and grabbed a few pieces.

Sat down today to play and this is what I came up with, a head start on the family christmas photo layout.  With the holidays coming up it is nice to be a step ahead for once!
 
 

 

 

 
It was nice to get creative today and to share with you.

Candy

Sharing more Graphic45 loveliness...

 If you were at the CHA show in Chicago in July, then you would have seen this layout at the Graphic45 booth.  The booth of course was amazing, and all the beautiful creations were over the top by our design team, Diane and the in house design squad.  Many late night hours!

 

I wanted to share some more Steampunk loveliness with you.  This of course is one of my fave papers and is so easy to create with.  This layout is of a neighbors aunt, I left the journaling tag open for her to write in what she likes.  All the butterflies around the edges are handcut and then added over the top of the ones that are printed on the paper.

 
I hope you enjoy and thank you for stopping by,

Candy