We just got home from trick or treating in the neighborhood and Kaitlin's got a full bucket! She wanted me to carry it towards the end and that's when I said that I think it's time to go home...
Friday, October 31, 2008
Happy Halloween!!
Here's my little alley cat.
We just got home from trick or treating in the neighborhood and Kaitlin's got a full bucket! She wanted me to carry it towards the end and that's when I said that I think it's time to go home...
We just got home from trick or treating in the neighborhood and Kaitlin's got a full bucket! She wanted me to carry it towards the end and that's when I said that I think it's time to go home...
Thursday, October 30, 2008
:FUN STUFF: Who do you think can bring real change to Washington??
Don't be afraid. Enter your name. Then watch...it's true!
| AARP 08 Video |
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
:LAYOUT: brush like a monkey?
Here it is...my first layout published by Scrapbook Trends magazine.
It is in the November 2008 issue and I just received it in the mail the other day.
As always, there are some amazing layouts, cards and other project ideas in this issue. This magazine is really more like an idea book than a magazine with its beautiful presentation and wonderful ideas!
I was so excited when I received this layout request several months ago because I have been submitting to them for A LONG TIME and I've always been really impressed with the quality of their magazine and the layouts that they print.
To be 'in the ST club' is such an honor!
Supplies:
Adhesive - Duck, Zots
Cardstock - Bazzill
Patterned Paper, Letter Stickers, Number Stickers - American Crafts
Font - Calibri
Corner Rounder & Square Punch - Marvy
Other - clipart from internet
Journaling:
Throughout the year, Kaitlin’s class got to go on several field trips. This one was to the dentist’s office.
(1) They got to watch a video of a monkey showing them how to properly brush their teeth.
(2) All the kids also got to test out the dentist's chair.
(3) And for the demonstration…this Styrofoam cup is a healthy, pearly white tooth.
(4) This is your tooth after eating too many sugary snacks and drinks (add chocolate syrup and sprinkles).
(5) This is what your own saliva (acetone) will do to your teeth if you eat too many sugary snacks and drinks and/or do not brush your teeth properly.
Judging from all exclamations of 'Ewww!', 'Gross!', and 'Yucky!', I would have to say that the demonstration was successful. She is suddenly more interested in brushing her teeth. Monkey see, monkey do...
Comments & Techniques:
To help keep the slant of the layout consistent, I used the strips of patterned paper at the top and bottom of the layout. The parenthesis after the first part of the title (“brush”) points to the continuation of the title on the other side of the main photo. I wanted to add a little extra to the title, so I found a cute little clip art monkey (actually Curious George) and placed him so that it looks as though his sitting on top of the title. The numbers on the photos correspond with the numbered parts of the journaling.
It is in the November 2008 issue and I just received it in the mail the other day.
As always, there are some amazing layouts, cards and other project ideas in this issue. This magazine is really more like an idea book than a magazine with its beautiful presentation and wonderful ideas!
I was so excited when I received this layout request several months ago because I have been submitting to them for A LONG TIME and I've always been really impressed with the quality of their magazine and the layouts that they print.
To be 'in the ST club' is such an honor!
Supplies:
Adhesive - Duck, Zots
Cardstock - Bazzill
Patterned Paper, Letter Stickers, Number Stickers - American Crafts
Font - Calibri
Corner Rounder & Square Punch - Marvy
Other - clipart from internet
Journaling:
Throughout the year, Kaitlin’s class got to go on several field trips. This one was to the dentist’s office.
(1) They got to watch a video of a monkey showing them how to properly brush their teeth.
(2) All the kids also got to test out the dentist's chair.
(3) And for the demonstration…this Styrofoam cup is a healthy, pearly white tooth.
(4) This is your tooth after eating too many sugary snacks and drinks (add chocolate syrup and sprinkles).
(5) This is what your own saliva (acetone) will do to your teeth if you eat too many sugary snacks and drinks and/or do not brush your teeth properly.
Judging from all exclamations of 'Ewww!', 'Gross!', and 'Yucky!', I would have to say that the demonstration was successful. She is suddenly more interested in brushing her teeth. Monkey see, monkey do...
Comments & Techniques:
To help keep the slant of the layout consistent, I used the strips of patterned paper at the top and bottom of the layout. The parenthesis after the first part of the title (“brush”) points to the continuation of the title on the other side of the main photo. I wanted to add a little extra to the title, so I found a cute little clip art monkey (actually Curious George) and placed him so that it looks as though his sitting on top of the title. The numbers on the photos correspond with the numbered parts of the journaling.
Monday, October 27, 2008
:QUOTES: According to Menninger, Freud, & Barry
DR. KARL AUGUSTUS MENNINGER (1893-1990):
“Listening is a magnetic and strange thing, a creative force. The friends who listen to us are the ones we move toward. When we are listened to, it creates us, makes us unfold and expand.”
ANNA FREUD:
"I was always looking outside myself for strength and confidence, but it comes from within. It is there all the time."
REBECCA BARRY:
"It's the beautiful, messy, wild life experience that I want to give my children."
“Listening is a magnetic and strange thing, a creative force. The friends who listen to us are the ones we move toward. When we are listened to, it creates us, makes us unfold and expand.”
ANNA FREUD:
"I was always looking outside myself for strength and confidence, but it comes from within. It is there all the time."
REBECCA BARRY:
"It's the beautiful, messy, wild life experience that I want to give my children."
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Friday, October 24, 2008
Thursday, October 23, 2008
:GIVEAWAY: Show It Off! Winner
Thank you for all the comments! I sure wish I had more than one copy to give away, but if you are looking for an idea book that will give you some great non-layout projects to showcase your photos either in your own home or to give as gifts, you really can't miss with Show It Off! so I would recommend picking up a copy before the holiday season.So, without further ado, the lucky winner of a free copy of Show It Off!: Scrapbook Pages And Projects To Display
by Memory Maker Books is.........
by Memory Maker Books is.........
MARTY WALDEN! Congratulations, Marty! You should have already received an email from me with further instructions.
Stay tuned to A Matter of Memories...I have more great reviews and book giveaways coming soon!
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