28 :)

Good evening everyone! Just wanted to share a card I made for a few challenges. It will eventually be a birthday card for a friend ;)

I used "stamp school" felt from AWDML with my new MFT "royal rolled rose" flower die. I like how they turned out, but think I need some practice ;)

I love those soft pinks and yellows together. I'm sharing this card at:

Artful Delight - sketch

My Craft Spot - what's your age?

Have a great night! :)

AWDML Blog Hop!

*if you're looking for the Quick Quotes blog hop click here*


Welcome to A Walk Down Memory Lane's blog hop celebrating...

If you are coming from Nicole's blog you're in the right spot! If not, you'll want to start AWDML so you don't miss any details! :)

Here is my layout featuring our "Cherish" theme :) Another layout for the wedding layout (3 and half years later.. still working on it! lol!) This is the first in a series of carriage ride photos.




I just love how it turned out! I used Authentique's "Journey" patterned papers and quotes. I used my Cricut to cut out the letters and shadow for my "Cherish" title. I'm sharing this at Amanda's "Get Scrappy Challenge" for making a celebration layout.

I embellished my layout with the My Favorite Things "Decorative Doily" die and a few Martha Stewart "Classic Butterfly" punches. I'm also sharing this at Scraptastic Club for using my favorite border punch Martha Stewart "Doily Lace".

Here are some ways YOU can be involved this weekend with AWDML (http://www.awdml.com)


1. Stop by AWDML facebook and post a comment on the QOTD to receive an extra entry toward the NSD GC Prize. Then post a picture of something you made on NSD. You will have till May 6th Sunday at 12AM PST for an additional entry.

2. For every five dollars you spend at the store, your name will be entered into the drawing for the Gift Certificate.

3. One order total during NSD weekend will magically vanish. Yep, you read that right...one order placed Friday at 12:01am through Sunday 11:59pm (Eastern Time) will be FREE!

4. SPECIALS: 

• Adhesives are 25% off
• Hero Arts Stamps are 50% off
• Any Carded Ribbon is 35% off
• Rub-ons are 75% off
• Idea Books are buy 1 get 1 free (free idea book is of equal or lessor value. We will adjust your total before shipment)

Have a great National Scrapbooking Day!!!

Your next stop in the hop is the fabulous SHELLY! :)

Hippity Hop!

Good morning everyone and TGIF!!

It's also a big day here --- I turn the big 3-0 today! Ah! Goodbye twenties... :( But I know it will be a fun day at school and weekend (even though I'm a little scared lol!) so no pouting. This is my year right?! :)

I wanted to share another layout I made with the new "Hippity Hop" collection from Imaginisce.

I used flower soft on my bunny to give him added texture. You can check out the AWDML blog for more details on how I created him.

I'm sharing this layout at Lasting Memories for "hopping into spring" :)

Have a wonderful weekend! :)

AWDML: Clean and Simple Card Tutorial

Are you subscribed to A Walk Down  Memory Lane's newsletter? It's a weekly source of promotions and inspiration! My tutorial was published in today's issue.

A clean and simple card, where the stamping goes "over the edge":

I love how the tree from Paper Smooches "Gently Seasoned" is stamped over the edge of my square and fussy cut. And.. I could use my Hero Arts "Woodgrain" background stamp. on. everything. really! 

A Walk Down Memory Lane Supplies:

Paper Smooches "Gently Seasoned" stamp set

Hero Arts "Woodgrain" background stamp

Bazzill kraft cardstock

Bazzill white cardstock

Colorbox green cats eye pigment ink

Colorbox brown cats eye pigment ink

Colorbox cranberry cats eye pigment ink

All Night Media pop dots  

TGIF !! :) Have a great weekend everyone :)

Happy Birthday to..

A Walk Down Memory Lane is having it's 9th anniversary in business... WAHOO! We are having a special blog hop to kick off a month long celebration :) 

If you're new to my blog, my name is Suzanne. I've been married to my wonderful hubby, Dave, for 3 years and counting. We live in Pennsylvania with our 5 year old high-maintance puggle, Jax. We are looking "expecting" to adopt this year :) I've been a first grade teacher for 8 years now.  In my "free time", I love scrapbooking and other paper crafts.  Some of my favorite companies are Authentique, Echo Park, and Basic Grey.  My favorite subjects of course are family and friends, children in our lives, and our travels. 

I'm so excited to continue working with the AWDM team! ~happy dance~

I wanted to share one of my favorite cards I made last term:

Supplies:

Patterned Paper: Basic Grey "Sweet Threads", Edgy Stripe, Threads I Need, Threads Mix and Match, Cardstock: Bazzill Kraft Tools: We R Memory Keepers Distress Tool, Fiskars 1", Large, and XLarge circle punches Stamps: Paper Smooches "Sentiment Sampler" Embellishments: Glimmer Mist "Sunshine", Stickles "Golden Rod" and "Eucalyptus" Other:American Crafts White Embossing Powder, Ranger Heat Gun

Leave a comment below (before midnight March 2nd) for a chance to win a $5 gift card to the AWDML store! 

Be sure to "meet" the rest of the design team and enter to win on their blogs as well!!

Nicole http://fourwiseguys.blogspot.com/
Shelly http://www.paperartb...y.blogspot.com/
Amarilys http://amadrian8.blogspot.com/
Lucy http://scrapperqueen.blogspot.com 

When you're finished, head back to the AWDML blog  to check out the NEW features happening and enter to win a $25 gift card!

Talk about a celebration :) Happy birthday AWDML!

Bear Hugs!

It's been a very productive day here so far :)

I made the cutest gift card set (if I do say so myself.. lol!)

I used the latest sketch at Card Patterns:

I made my cards 4 1/4" square and used the My Favorite Things "Decorative Doily" die for my circle mat. All papers are from Authentique's Free Bird "Delight" 6x6 pad.

Isn't he so cute?! That adorable bear and "bear hugs" sentiment are from the Paper Smooches set "Chubby Chum Pals". Here is the set of 4 I made:

Authentique and Paper Smooches are our featured manufacturers at AWDML.. all of their product is 25% off through January!

Speaking of A Walk Down Memory Lane, they are having a design team call :) Here's the details:

We are so excited to announce that we are looking for 4 designers for our March 2012 – August 2012 team!! The call is open from January 20th through February 10th. We will be announcing the new design team on our blog and newsletter on February 15th. 

So WHO are we looking for?

We are looking for inspiring designers who are creative, ambitious and who can design with our products from the store. We are looking for designers who can display the following: 

- Open communication skills 
- Unique individual style 
- Individuals that can display flexibility, teamwork and cooperation 
- Ability to display and teach different techniques
- Ability to create layouts from a basic to a more advanced skill level 
- Creativity in the use of our products to help promote A Walk Down Memory Lane
- Ability to teach online classes and write up instructions, video tutorials are a plus!
- Must be able to work within deadlines and under pressure 
- Copic Certified designer is a plus

What do I need to Apply?

1) We would like you to submit Three (3) original layouts and one paper craft project that best represent you and your style. Acceptable paper craft projects would be altered items, cards, mini albums, etc. All submitted items must be your own design (they don’t have to be made specifically for this call) and e-mailed to DesignTeamCall@awalkdownmemorylane.net

2) Active participation on message boards and in galleries is important and will be considered when we chose our team. You will also be required to have an active blog

What to include in your Application besides your projects?
* Your name, address, e-mail address
* Links to online communities (forums, message boards, galleries) in which you are active in and regularly post to. Please include all links. 
* Link to your blog where you post your scrappy/stamp/paper craft creations.
* Links to other design Teams you are currently on, and scrapbook resume (if you have one). Prior design team experience is not required, however, preference may be given to those who are not committed to another DT. If you are currently on a design team please include how long you've been there, and when your term will end, also include your title there (for example: DT coordinator, strictly LO designer, etc) Also Let us know if you've been published and where (here's your chance to TOOT!).
* Answers to the “Time to get to know you” questions below.
* A headshot and bio for our website and newsletter announcement

Time to get to know you!!! 
Please include your answer the following questions in your email submission: 
- How would you or others describe your style? 
- What is both your strengths and weaknesses when designing?
- Why do you want to be a part of our design team? 
- How much time would you be able to devote to your duties at A Walk Down Memory Lane 
- Give us your best idea for promotion our store. (ie. Blog hop, advertising in a magazine, etc.)
- Do you have a unique skill (for example, do you create sketches or make handmade scrappy items?) 
- What is your favorite food? 
- Give us an example of an online class that you could and would be willing to teach (you do not need to provide a write up or sample for this call!)

Now for the Nitty Gritty...What you’ll do as a DT member:
1) Your DT term would be from March 2012 – August 2012 . 
2) Each month you must, create, at minimum 4 layouts & 1-2 papercraft projects. Your work must be sent in via email by the 25th of each month. You will be responsible for ordering your own products from the store and making sure that you have enough time to get your assignments done for your deadlines.
3) Post your DT layouts on galleries and blogs throughout the web, whenever possible, link to AWDML. Watch other promotion Message Boards and Blogs for product chats and talk us up where possible.
4) Participate in Facebook and blog discussions on a regular basis and keep the Facebook page going by regularly posting new topics, games, challenges, tips & tricks, project examples, etc. 
5) Newsletter participation is a must, you must sign up monthly for at least two newsletter articles per month (product highlight, small project with instructions, sketches, etc)
6) You must have a “scrapblog” or a blog that you talk about scrapping on and update it regularly each week with a post about projects you’ve used from the store, featured manufacturer, or whatever. We ask that you also have links to our site and your DT blinkie on your blog and other sites where allowable.
7) Be the eyes and ears for AWDML online, finding new inspiration or ideas and sharing them to help our community grow.
8) Each DT member will be required to post to the AWDML DT blog once per week. You will also be required to post a class and a challenge once a month. We will have a rotating schedule so you don’t have to do BOTH in one week.
9) You will be responsible for weekly posts on our Facebook page
10) You must sign and return the AWDML DT contract before your DT term begins.

What do you get in return?
- As a design team Member you will receive your choice of product, with a $30 value, from AWDML.com free of charge, including free shipping. 
- As a design team Member you will receive a package of featured manufacturer goodies each month free of charge to send out to RAK winners from your blog.
- DT Members receive 30% off of orders placed in the www.AWDML.com store (up to $50 per month) and free shipping on those orders as long as they are shipped with their monthly DT package.
- DT Members bio and head shot will be featured on our design team page. 
- DT Members designs will be featured in our weekly newsletter. 
- DT Members blogs will be linked from both the AWDML store blog.
- DT Members will receive 5% of sales that originate with their blog, IF they sign up with our affiliate program.

** Important information regarding international applicants
International designers, if you are chosen you will be responsible for paying the shipping difference each month, and please keep in mind that we do expect you to keep with existing deadlines. 

Please e-mail any questions and submissions toDesignTeamCall@awalkdownmemorylane.net 

Have a great day!

Click here to enter my giveaway ;)

Hot Chocolate Invites :)

Are you enjoying the “Twelve Days of Christmas” series at A Walk Down Memory Lane? I’m loving all of the gift ideas!

My husband and I are planning to have friends over for a holiday get together.

It’s “B.Y.O.M.” … bring your own mug, of course! :)

I made these hot chocolate matchbooks for invitations:

(inspired by this tutorial on Mary's blog)

I used Bella Blvd’s “Christmas Wishes” collection. The sizing will depend on your hot chocolate packet, but here’s what I did: I cut my 8 1/2″ x 11″ in half lengthwise. You can make 2 matchbooks with one sheet! I scored my 4 1/4″ x 11 piece of cardstock at 1 ” and 7″.  I embellished with patterned papers, cardstock stickers, and ribbon.

The bottom half folds tucks under the flap. Here’s what it looks like open:

Super cute, right? :)

Check back tomorrow for more 12 days of Christmas fun. Don’t forget to take advantage of the daily deals in the A Walk Down Memory Lane store…. plus Bella Blvd products are 25% off all month long!


Have a great night :)

12 Days of Chirstmas Sales!

Good Saturday Morning :)

December already??

The store design team that I am on A Walk Down Memory Lane is celebrating a "12 Days of Christmas" sale. Each day through the first 12 days in December, they are offering BIG sales good for one day only. The best part is you can add items to your cart each day and order on the final day to save on shipping. How cool is that!

Each of the designers are going to be posting holiday projects throughout December to showcase these sale items and more. Since one of our featured manufacturers this month is Bella Blvd (love them!), I thought I would use their new "Christmas Wishes" line to create some post it note holders. They make great stocking stuffers!

Aren't they CUTE! I used lined 4x6 post it notes and coordinating red RSVP pens. here's a look at the inside:

I used trial and error (okay a lot of error ;) to make this template for them:

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Here's a closer look: 

And my favorite:

Be sure to stop by AWDML and take advantage of the 12 days of Christmas ;) Leave a link if you decide to make some of these; I'd love to check them out!

I'm sharing these post it note holders at Wee Memories ;)

So Thankful

Have you been following my friend Tessa's "Attitude of Gratitude" series? So powerful!

Courtesy of Pinterest (totally addicted)

That's sort of how our life has been going lately.. rainy. But, still  so much to be thankful for. Starting first, with my hubby Dave. We just celebrated our 3rd wedding anniversary.

He is a constant source of support, comfort, and sunshine on my rainy days. I had to create a layout to show my thanks and appreciation for him.

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I used the luscious, traditional colors of fall from the Bo Bunny "Forever Fall" collection (available at AWDML 25% off through November!).

I love the texture the burlap adds (a gift from my friend Theresa.. thanks!).  

I cut those realistic leaves from patterned paper and cardstock from the same collection using the silhouettes on the A Child's Year cricut cartridge. I embellished the leaf mat with my Martha Stewart "doily lace" punch, too.

The wood alphas are my *favorite* new product.. available from Pink Paislee. I dressed them up with some gold pearls. 

Thanks for visiting today! If you aren't already, I'd love if you became a follower. I'll be having a giveaway soon (I'm close to 500 followers!)

I'm sharing this layout with:

Paper Issues

Craft Junkie Too

Glue Meets Paper

Paper Playtime

Fantabulous Cricut
Celebrate the Occasion
More than Favors
Get Cricky
Simon Says Stamp

It's my favorite time of year.. the crisp fall air, the leaves changing colors, the time change with darker nights and brighter mornings :) You can imagine my excitement at Bo Bunny's autumn release "Forever Fall".  I couldn't wait to use it!

The card sketch I chose for this week is from Card Patterns:

And here's my take on it:

I love the pop of teal in many of the fall collections this year. 

Here's a closer look:

Bo Bunny is one of our featured manufacturers at A Walk Down Memory Lane! Enjoy 25% throughout November :)


Thanks for stopping by!

Supplies:

Patterned Paper: Bo Bunny "Forever Fall"  "Fall Dusk", "Forever Fall"

Tools: EK Success "Binding Edge" border punch

Embellishments: Bo Bunny "Forever Fall" rub ons, The Twinery "Lemondrop" twine

Have a great week!

Jillibean Soup

Brrr... fall has officially come to the East Coast. It was so chilly here this weekend; I was excited to play with our  new featured sponsored for October at A Walk Down Memory Lane.. Jillibean Soup!

All month long, Jillibean Soup is 25% off !! Woot!

I loved this sketch at My Scraps And More for using 2 4x6 photos:

I used 2 pictures from our anniversary trip 2 years ago to Washington, D.C :)

The "Apple Cheddar Soup" is one of my favorites right now.  I also used the corrugated kraft alphas and a bean blossom. Check them out at AWDML this month!

Hanging Onto Summer

It felt like fall for the first day so far this year, so chilly this morning. But I'm hanging onto summer and sharing a Hawaii layout I made using this sketch by Heather:

I love using sketches, they're a great starting point for me. I stretched this into 2 pages and titled my photographs on this Hawaii layout:

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I think I fell in love with Fancy Pants' "Beach Babe" papers and diecuts. So fun!

I used "root beer float" thickers for my title. Head over to A Walk Down Memory Lane to stock up on these and any American Crafts products at 25% off though September! What a deal!

Thanks for stopping by and to Heather for the use of your sketch :)