Bits & Pieces (& scraps)

Stephanie Eaken

Hey y'all! Hope this Columbus Day finds you well. Did you have a 3 day weekend? We did & enjoyed it for sure! Dinners out, a movie with friends, a day trip to a favorite apple orchard (even though the apples looked a bit rough this year, we still had a great day!) & non-stop family time made for a fabulous weekend. We didn't let the damp & dreary weather stop us!!
As busy as we were this weekend, I managed to complete a layout! I played along with this sketch from My Creative Sketches:

Sketches always seem to make my pages come together quickly & I love that!
I used a kit from Studio Calico. This fun cloud paper was screaming for me to create with!

Everything here is from SC, with the exception of the alphas, which are AC Thickers; the wooden bird; the scalloped banner which is from Basic Grey & the clouds & hearts were punched from Fancy Pants paper.

This sketch was so much fun to create with & I love the way my page came together! It feels so happy & serene. The photo was taken on Easter day of 2010. My kids were just little bitties here! I miss it so much.

I hope you enjoy the rest of your Monday night. I am gonna watch HGTV & take it easy.

Til next time~

Stephanie

Stephanie Eaken

Hello friends! Hope your week is off to a great start.
It's hard to believe we are already in the middle of it. I am desperately trying to get things done this week, but have lost my mojo!
I do have a layout to share that showcases the beautiful rumple ribbon from Lovebug Creations.

Here I used "Blue Bells", from the Gardens of Tara collection,on my tag. It is a lovely shade of blue & looks exquisite with the alphas on my tag!

I also used a Mama's Rose on my layout in the color green. I adore these clay roses that are hand-dyed & hand-formed. They are super light too, so they don't add much weight to your project.

And they have a glossy finish to them. Perfect for your spring & summer projects!
Everything else here is from Crate Paper's StyleBoard collection.

This photo was taken at our mall in 2010. Ty was fine seeing the Easter Bunny, but my nephew was a little unsure. I love that we captured this memory on film. They are growing up so quickly!!

Thanks for stopping by today.
Make it a crafty day!
~Stephanie

Stephanie Eaken

Hey y'all & happy Monday!
I hope you all had a wonderful Easter (if you celebrate). Ours was great! We hosted the family dinner here this year. The weather was beautiful & we all had a nice time. I will say though that I am glad it's over! It's a lot of work & now that it's done, I can relax & enjoy doing what I want, instead of what I need to do!

I created the following layout for Stuck On U Sketches' current PL challenge, which is to use a stamp.

I used one of my favorite stamps, the bubble wrap stamp at the top of my page. I also used the banner stamp on the side of my "family" card.

All cards, along with the egg stickers, are from We R Memory Keepers. The wood veneers are from Studio Calico. This photo is of the kids & their cousins & friends getting ready for the egg hunt on Easter of 2010.

( I am just a little bit behind!)

If you get the chance to play along with this challenge (which we really hope you do), be sure to link up here . Every time you play along with one of the monthly challenges at SOUS, you will be entered to win a prize. This month's sponsor is

They have generously offered up a $30 gift certificate to the store!! Awesome!

Thanks for stopping by.

See ya' soon,

~Stephanie

Stephanie Eaken

Hey y'all!
I recently received this gorgeous Spring/Easter theme pack from The Memory Nest to create with

This product pack is jam packed with papers and embellishments at an amazing value. TMN is clearing out the old to bring in the new. If you have Easter pics to scrap or fun spring ones, this may be the deal for you!!! I am having a blast creating with this kit!!
Here are 2 layouts and a card that I have already made. (When Spring Break & Easter are behind us, I plan on creating a lot more!!)

Everything here is from We R Memory Keepers & is from the kit, with the exception of the alphas (Thickers) & the flair (Recollections). I love how easy it was to put this layout together!
Here are some detail shots:

And here is the second layout:

I am in love with this pink woodgrain paper from Jillibean soup! The rest of the papers & embellies here are from We R Memory Keepers. (The alphas are from my stash & are by Fancy Pants.)

Here is the card I made for Ty for Easter

It's simple enough for a 7 year old boy to appreciate!

Be sure to check out this, and more, deals at The Memory Nest.

Have a great day y'all!

~Stephanie

Stephanie Eaken

Hey y'all! I hope everyone is having a good week.
My kids are off for Spring Break so we are doing a lot to stay busy! We've visited the batting cages & had lunch with friends, had a doctor's appt, gone out for fro-yo, & more is planned for later in the week. Ty can't wait to see the movie Bears on Friday!
We are also busy cleaning her house & sprucing up the yard for Easter dinner with the fam at our house. But in the midst of the busyness, I did find time to complete this layout:

See the blue ribbon at the top? That is from the newest Lovebug Creations' collection, "Gardens of Tara". The color is "Blue Bells". I have also used four of the yummy Beautiful Blooms. These clay flowers are awesome to work with! And they come in a variety of colors and three sizes. Here I used White, Hugs, Crushed & Jaded.

The papers and other embellishments are from Crate paper's StyleBoard collection. The alphas I used are AC Thickers.

Thanks for stopping by y'all! Have a wonderful day!
~Stephanie

Stephanie Eaken

Hey y'all!
Good Tuesday mornin' to ya!
I recently received my last kit from Memorable Seasons. My DT term is up. I was sent Crate Paper's StyleBoard to work with:

This collection is right up my alley! I always love CP's collections, & this one is no exception! It is so fresh & crisp-perfect for all my Spring & Easter scrapping.

Here is the first layout I have completed:

The doily is one from a pack I bought at the grocery store! (I am always looking for scrappy supplies wherever I am!) The alphas here are AC Thickers.

I also have my last challenge up over on the forums at Memorable Seasons. I would love for you to check it out & play along here. It is a Spring recipe challenge:

-use at least 3 butterflies

-use flowers

-use ribbon

-give your project a Spring related title

I would love to see your creations if you play. Post a comment here with a link so I can view & comment on your layouts! I may have a fun goody bag to give away too if you share!

Have a wonderful day y'all!
~Stephanie

Stephanie Eaken

Welcome to the Fleurette Bloom-LoveBug Creations Co-Hop.
If you've flown over from Lovebug Creations, then you've joined the parade, but if you've stumbled on this hop and want to begin with the first stop, soar over to Fleurette.

The pairing of LBC's fantastic rumple ribbon and other trimmings with Fleurette Bloom's outstanding SVG's and digital delights is a great way to jazz up your projects - who wants to be ho-hum?

Not us gals.........so grab your favorite beverage and settle back for some crafting inspiration

for just the right touch of class.

I made this card for a friend who is about to have her second child-7 years after her first!

I started with the digital papers from Fleurette's "Moonbeams & Fairy Dust" collection. The colors are so bright & vibrant! I punched the stars from their star paper. The ribbon I used here is Lovebug Creations' "Shamrock" from their Lucky You-Lucky Me collection.

My friend doesn't know the baby's gender, so I thought this looked neutral. Here is the inside:

Now, how about some blog candy??

Fleurette Bloom is offering a $10 gift certificate to her ONLINE STORE

AND

LoveBug Creations is offering a $10 gift certificate to their ONLINE STORE

So what do you have to do to be in the running???

1. Become a follower of each crafter (if you're not already)

2. Leave a love note at each blog spot with your contact info
3. For extra chances to win like our Facebook Pages and leave a comment at

Fleurette Bloom Designs
and
LoveBug Creations

***I will also give away a grab bag to one special commenter here! Simply become a follower (if you are not already) & leave me a cooment! Easy-peasy!!***

4. Check back on Wednesday for the announcement of the winners!

Here is the co-hop line-up in it's entirety:

1. Fleurette: http://fleurettebloom.blogspot.com

2. Kimi & Pamela: http://lovebugcreations3.blogspot.com

3. Stephanie: http://www.stephanie-eaken.blogspot.com/ <<YOU ARE HERE>>

4: Dawn Mercedes: http://dawnmercedes.blogspot.com/

5: Connie: http://conniecancrop.blogspot.com/

6: Kristin: http://papercreationsbykristin.blogspot.com/

7: Katie: http://www.craftykhandy.blogspot.com/

8: Ilda: http://www.ilovedoingallthingscrafty.com/

9: Tanya: http://scrappinkymomma.blogspot.com/

10: Chantel: http://chanscraftythings.blogspot.com.au/

11: Christine: http://www.scarletcalliope.com/

12: Kathy: http://kathyand3kids.blogspot.com/

13: Cheryl: http://dragonflydesigns58.blogspot.com/

For your next touch of class, please visit Dawn and check out her fabulous project!

Make it a crafty weekend y'all!
~Stephanie

Stephanie Eaken

Hey everyone & Happy Easter a day early! I know tomorrow will be busy & I probably won't get the chance to post. We'll be busy with baskets, egg hunts, egg dying & dinner. I hope you all have a wonderful day!
Today I am participating in a hop with Lovebug Creations and Pink By Design. YAY!!
I used the "Chick with Brains" stamp set and "Icy Sky" rumple ribbon on my card.

I love the owl in the stamp set! Isn't she/he the cutest?! I made this card to give to my daughter at the end of the school year. LOVE the sentiment!!

Now continue with the hop! Make sure to visit everyone's blogs along the way and become a follower (if you're not already), leave a comment & like LBC & PBD on facebook. There is an awesome giveaway for one lucky, U.S. resident!

Here is the list from the beginning:

1. Main Lovebug Creations Blog (Kimi & Pamela):http://lovebugcreations3.blogspot.com
2. Main Pink by Design Blog http://www.pinkbydesignstamps.com
3. Christine: http://www.scarletcalliope.wordpress.com

4. Sarah: http://www.pinkcricut.com
5. Dawn Mercedes: http://dawnmercedes.blogspot.com
6. Elizabeth: http://www.217creations.com
7. Dawn Rene http://designsbydawnrene.com
8. Paula: http://www.morethanfavors.blogspot.com
9. Dorcas: http://www.craftycardangel.com
10. Lisa: http://www.prettypaperprettyribbons.blogspot.com
11. Ellen: http://cardmonkeyspaperjungle.com/
12. Rebekah: http://www.craftyteachermom.blogspot.com
13. Martha: http://beautifulcreationsmp.blogspot.com/
14. Meriah: http://www.twoscraptasticgals. blogspot.com
15. Stephanie: www.stephanie-eaken.blogspot.com <<<YOU ARE HERE>>>
16. Bryan: http://www.scrapguy.blogspot.com
17. Tanya: http://scrappinkymomma.blogspot.com/
18. Sabrina: http://www.sabrinaalery.blogspot.com
19. Zeni: http://www.scrappyzeni.com/
20. Gloria: http://gloriasgoofycraftspot.blogspot.com/

Enjoy the fun y'all!!
~Stephanie

Stephanie Eaken

Hey everyone and Happy Sunday!
Today I am sharing a card that I made for my daughter for Easter.

I started with a piece of patterned paper from My Mind's Eye. I found a template online for the bunny & cut it out of white cardstock. The gorgeous ribbon here is from Lovebug Creations and their newest line, "Royal Shimmer". The color I used is called "Princess Danika" and can be found in the store. These ribbons have a touch of sparkle to them. They are simply beautiful! The bunny's tail is a makeup puff from a jar of powder that I did not use. The alphas are AC Thickers.

Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you all have a great one!!
~Stephanie

Stephanie Eaken

Welcome to the very first blog hop of the Creative Team of LoveBug Creations. Our theme for this two-day hop is March Holidays as March 2013 has both St. Patrick's Day and Easter as that month's biggie events, BUT there are others as well so get prepared to be amazed as to what's happening in March. This hop will feature the newest LBC Rumple Ribbon Collection for spring with gorgeous splashes of color to inspire crafties no matter how you use ribbon or for what occasion.

Before I share my project, there are a few things you need to know:
1. All the new colors of Rumple Ribbon will be available for purchase starting February 24 (Sunday) at The LBC Online Store.
2. All these gorgeous colors will be showcased at the various hop spots............so settle back and enjoy the parade of creative minds as you hop this weekend.
3.Just in case you get lost, here's the complete LBC CT line up:

Kimi and Pam http://lovebugcreations3.blogspot.com/

Ellen http://cardmonkeyspaperjungle.com/

Dorcas http://www.craftycardangel.com/

Stephanie http://www.stephanie-eaken.blogspot.com/

Dawn Mercedes http://dawnmercedes.blogspot.com/

Dawn Rene http://designsbydawnrene.com/

Martha http://beautifulcreationsmp.blogspot.com/

Zeni http://www.scrappyzeni.com/

Tanya http://scrappinkymomma.blogspot.com/

Christine http://scarletcalliope.wordpress.com/

Here is the Easter egg that I altered:

The front of the egg

The back of the egg

I had a lot of fun making this (I first saw this idea on Pintereest). I took a plastic egg & covered it in Modge Podge then starting applying punched circles. This is a great way to use up your paper scraps!! I used the "Sunflower" rumple ribbon to top the egg. What a cute, simple decoration to welcome Spring!

Next up on the hop is Dawn Mercedes. Hop on over and check out her sweet LBC creation!!
Be sure to hop to all blogs, become a follower(if you aren't already), & leave comments. There is a prize involved!! One lucky, US resident will receive TWO new colors of rumple ribbons of their choice! The winner will be announced Monday morning on the Lovebug Creations blog.

Happy hopping!
~Stephanie