interesting dies......

I went to our local scrapbook store last week to pick up some papers for my Livonia classes.  I decided that I did need some of the new Distress Oxide ink pads - just four.  I'm hoping my limited knowledge of the color wheel is correct.
Anyway they were completely sold out (I am finding out that just about everyone is for that matter!).
So I checked out some dies.
For your information........
the new mini tattered florals thinlets are very much like the older tattered florals garland strip (long gray).  So unless you really need the branch, save some money.

the white flowers were cut with the strip die
the pink were cut with the new thinlets dies

My strip die is just about on its last legs.  It is very difficult to remove the cut paper from the shapes so I am glad I purchased the new set.

I also purchased a word set.  Bonus!!!  not only do you get the word bars, you also get all of the letters!

They were a little larger than I expected but very usable!

I bought the Celebrations set.

And I can't remember if I showed you the start of my second are journal entry so here it is.  The page is much further along but I forgot to take pictures.  Watch for more soon.

And remember to check out Scrappy Chic's website for class information!  Sizes are limited.

See you soon!

margie

March Sketches and Scraps 2017 just about ready to send

This Month's Sketches and Scraps is just about ready to send....
8 card samples, paper dimensions, directions, tips, techniques, photos and more  all for only $8!

And I have a few kits available for $8.50
all papers, embellishments, cards, envelopes - everything you need except the adhesives and distress inking.
Kits are for each set:

Set One

Set Two

Let me know if you would like to purchase the March Sketches and Scraps Class or either of the card kits.  

Email me - mad48152@gmail.com

leave a comment below

or find me on facebook and message me.......

Kits are limited so order soon if you would like one or both.

And don't forget to check out Scrappy Chic's website for Spring Class information.  Class participation is limited!

See you later, Alligator!

margie

Spring Class Update

I will be teaching in Michigan this April and May!

Here are the dates and a few sneak peeks.....

Thursday, April 27
Solid Hits Cards

Magnolia Jane Cards

Monday, May 1  Mini Gatefold Journal

Thursday, May 4   Make A-long fun
pictures and supply lists coming soon!


Check out Scrappy Chic's site for more info and keep watching here, too.
Happy Craft Month!!
margie

hmmmmmmm...

just waiting for things to be posted on the Scrappy Chic Calendar before posting anything here........

watch for it.........

news is on the way..........

check back soon!!☺

getting ready.....

Classes in Livonia!!!
It's in the works!!!!
Watch here for pictures and more!!!
Springtime!!!

And how about that beautiful weather in Michigan???
I didn't even bring my winter coat!!!!  In February??!!!
Amazing!!!

margie

it's Rodeo week here in Tucson.  We went a cowboy concert last night - reminded me of the Matt Wotroba concerts back home.  And the parade is this morning.  All the schools are closed today and tomorrow so everyone can attend the happenings!  Fun times!

how do they keep their shirts sooooo clean?

sewing.......

I'm a sucker for bunnies and any kind of stuffed creatures.  So......when I saw a pattern for this, I had to give it a try.  I've had the chenille for years (it was going to be part of a fabric book) and the felt, too.  Oh, and the pom-pom makers (in three sizes!).

He is just over 12" tall.  I embroidered his little face instead of using buttons - don't want buttons for little babies.  It wasn't difficult, well, turning him right side out took a little time.  The pattern called for a stretchier fabric but with patience and a chopstick, it all worked out.

I really like a project that I have everything that is needed to complete.  And I really like the way he turned out - soft and squishy.

and here is my first entry in my journal........

crayola water colors

added doodles but had some trouble
with the pens writing smoothly over some of
the paint colors.

does anyone else "collect" black pens?
this pile doesn't include any of my black felt markers
and that is probably what I should have used in the first place.

The idea came from Kristina Werner's blog last week.  

And check out this paper!  Heidi Swapp Magnolia Jane......

The photo does not begin to show the richness of the colors.  I am planning a card class with these.

And it is going to be an In-person class back in Michigan, I hope.  (that's a little hint....).

More details will follow next week - at least that is my plan.

Woriking on  this little book, too.  Trust me, it will be a little book!

Last call for February Sketch and Scraps card kits.  

More info is in an earlier post.

And thanks to everyone that has purchased this year's class. (you still can!).

Be back in a few days.........

margie

sketches and scraps!

The February Sketches and Scraps Cards are ready to send.
$8 will get you 8 cards with directions and photos.
Hints and fun techniques, too.
Need some inspiration?  This might do it for you!!

Here's a peek!

Want something even more inspiring?

I have some card kits available for $8.50

included in the kit:

cards/envelopes

all paper cut to size

stamped images

embellishments.

you provide the adhesives!

email me if you are interested or leave a comment here.

thanks for stopping by!

Check back for some pictures of what I have been up to today.

And now, on to that art journal I made last week..........

margie

oops!

got a little off track with the art journal and worked on these for a day or two.......

February Sketches and Scraps 2017 will be available very soon! 

Need some winter inspiration?  These may do the trick!

A few kits will be available, too.

The journal is ready to go.  Right now it doesn't look like much.  chipboard covers, bristol pages put together with a version of the coptic stitch.  4 x 6 in size and 16 pages.  

As soon as the baby bunny stuffed animal is finished, I will be back to the journal.

We're having a heat wave here:  88 degrees is the expected HI today.  Yikes!!

Thanks for stopping by!

margie

plan B

well, the journal cover didn't quite work so on to plan B, which is drying under some very heavy books.
And, I now have an empty journal cover, ready to fill when I need one.
Still moving forward.......