Speaking of Digi Templates..

I didn't realize that Funky Playground Designs was giving a tutorial on how to use them in Photoshop Elements, so in case you're wondering how to do it, here's a link to their tutorial: http://funkyplaygrounddesigns.com/blog/?p=2899

Another Digi layout!

I've been playing more with digi again. One thing that makes it easier while you're learning things is using templates that people put out. They are like sketches but you just clip papers and elements and pictures to fit into the places already set like this one:

I can't remember where I got this one from, I think it was from www.freedigitalscrapbooking.com. Anyways here's what I did with it. I used various kits from Designs by Leah at Funky Playground Designs, including "Green Peace", "Happy Camper" and "Cherry Pie" The font is one I made for ACBailey, and here it is!

Thanks for stopping by! It's late, Hayden is at a sleepover, Bryan is working and Suzi is asleep, so I'm off to make something cute, maybe a new watch band, or something crafty, don't know yet. Have a good night!

Lost and Found Thursdays At The Funkyplayground!

Since I joined Leah's Creative team, I've been trying to play with digital more and doing more than just layering and shadow dropping. I've discovered different photoshop actions, but there's still so much to learn. What's made the leap into the digi world is the fabulous kits made by the amazing Leah Faquarson.

Today is Lost and Found Thursdays at Funky Playground Designs, and this past kit has been featured at an amazing $2! There are a ton of elements, some great papers and fun alphabets so check it out! http://www.funkyplaygrounddesigns.com/store/product.php?productid=21590&cat=0&page=2

I played with this kit and come up with this not so fall looking photos of my kids on a sunny November day. Thanks for stopping by!

Pebbles Inc Peeks!!!

CHA is sneaking up and Pebbles Inc has sneak peeks of their new lines Twitterpatted, Treehouse, and May Bouquet. Check it out! http://www.pebblesinc.blogspot.com/

Pardon my Dust...

I'm playing around with decorating my blog without the use of a predone template. I'm still learning so if you visit and it's really wierd looking, it's probably because I'm still working on it! I'm definately going to be using one of the fabulous kits by Designs by Leah at http://www.funkyplaygrounddesigns.com/. But still deciding on which one!

Layout sharing!

I hadn't realized it's been awhile since I've shared some layouts. The first one is made using all Pebbles Inc products from the product line "Little Miss"

This one uses papers from "So Tweet" and Pebbles Chips and ribbon! (Alpha is from American Crafts)

This next one also uses products from skipping along. I used my cricut and sure-cuts-alot for the title, but everything else is pebbles! To do the dotted borders, turn your paper to the backside and poke with a pin or paper peircer, then turn over and sand, the core will show through and I love this look!

This is using the Skipping Along collection, Chips and ribbon. Alpha by American Crafts.

This one uses papers from the "Lil' Buddy" collection and various Chips and ribbon.

Now a few digital layouts! I'm still a pretty newish digi scrapper. I don't have a lot of experience and I'm still constantly learning things about my PSE, but the lovely Leah Faquarson at Funkyplaygrounddesigns.com has allowed me to be a part of her creative team! Here's a layout using her "Document Today" collection.

And this one uses her "Christmas Cookies" collection!

Thanks for stopping by!

Halloween has come and gone...and so did fall?

What is up with this weather? I seriously just had to switch back to the AC in my house! Did fall come and go with Halloween? hmmm... I am definately in Utah. lol.

Halloween was fun. The kids dressed up as a pirate: And a cute little lady bug:

Hayden ended up going with his friend Cody so me and Suzi went trick or treating to our old ward's neighborhood since we were in Hurricane. I got to see most of my Hurricane friends, even just for a second, it was great to see them! Then me and Suzi handed out treats and Gramma Suzi's and hung out there until Hayden was done at his party then we came home. The kids had a pretty good time I think, and I enjoyed it as well.

Hope everyone else had a safe and happy Halloween as well! We sure did!

American Crafts purchased Pebbles Inc.!

This is from the American Crafts blog:

From the AC blog...We’re excited to announce the acquisition of Pebbles, an amazing scrapbooking brand that we’re certain will be a great compliment to the American Crafts product lines. Pebbles will remain a separate brand under the American Crafts umbrella. We will continue to offer their current products and plan to introduce new products over time. And the core of Pebbles design team will join us to ensure a continuation of their fun, fresh style.Pebbles was created in 2001 as an extension of the Pebbles in my Pocket retail stores that are located in Utah. They make simple, cute, and easy-to-use products, including patterned paper, craft chalk and stencils, decorative Chips chipboard shapes, self-adhesive Candy Dots, themed die cuts, ribbon and more.We’re so excited to welcome the Pebbles brand! If you aren’t familiar with them, check out their products featured on their web site. And make sure to visit their blog for regular ideas, inspiration, challenges and giveaways.

Pebbles Inc Giveaway!

Check out the details here: Pebbles Inc.

Playing catch up...

So much has happened and I have really blogged about anything major lately. We were pretty busy this summer. The most exciting part was that we were finally sealed to Hayden! Bryan and I were married in the temple and Suzi was born under the covenant, but now Hayden has been sealed to our family forever! After that we went on a little family vacation with Bryan's parents and brother up to Salt Lake. We went to Hogle Zoo, Temple Square, Chuck E Cheese, Toys R Us, and Thanksgiving Point to the Dinosaur Museum. The kids loved it and we had a great time!

School has started and Hayden is in 5th grade. It's kinna cool cuz he is going to the same school for 5th grade that I did, different teacher though. Our new house is barely a block away from school and sometimes if we're lucky, me and Suzi can see him on the playground from our deck.

Hayden's school is started and I'm coming to the ending of getting my Associates in Accounting. I will be finished on November 7...However...starting December 1 I will be moving on to my Bachlors in Business, with an emphasis in Human Resource Management.

I haven't really done much creatively in awhile...I've been busy. However, my turn is coming up on the Pebbles Inc blog so be watching for that! Every week we have challenges, inspiration and tips from some amazing and wonderful DT members. So if you're looking for some mojo you should check it out: www.pebblesinc.blogspot.com

Well, that's all for now. I've got homework to do (as always), kids to put to bed and some cleaning to do. Thanks for stopping by!