CSI: Make a plan

I just loved the colors of this week's CSI challenge! Purple and turquoise together! A perfect opportunity to use the lovely Dear Lizzy collection :)

I wanted to make a layout about my adventure in this crazy planner hype. I got a gorgeous Kikki K. planner for Christmas and since then I have tried to figure out how to use it the best way. I did some basic decorating to the planner, but I'm not going to go overboard with it. The planner will really be a planner for me, not some artistic diary (but I reserve the right to change my mind about this!).





Materials: American Crafts (Dear Lizzy)

Pinkfresh Studio: Happy little moments

Here is the fourth and final layout that I created for Pinkfresh Studio as GDT. The inspiration for this layout came when I used that lovely branch die that was included in the March embellishment kit. I wanted to use the small pieces from the cut too as those reminded me of cherry blossoms that we saw in New York.


I love how this layout turned out! Those vellum tags were perfect for layering and that branch die is so pretty!




Materials: Pinkfresh Studio (Up in the clouds -collection and March 2015 embellishment kit)

Pinkfresh Studio: Hello Lovely + video

Sometimes inspiration just hits! That was the case with the square sequins that were included in the Pinkfresh Studio's March embellishment kit. That sequin banner was the starting point to this layout.


My style is clean and simple and I don't use mixed media products that much. When I told my scrappy friends that I made a layout using gel medium they almost didn't believe it. Gladly I have proof: a "making of" video!


If the embedded video doesn't work, you can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/KVSBgNQ_h6k



I just love how this layout turned out!

Materials: Pinkfresh Studio, American Crafts

Pinkfresh Studio: Welcome spring

Here is another layout that I created for Pinkfresh Studio. All the embellishments in this layout came from their March embellishment kit. I was so inspired by the stamps (eventhough I rarely do any stamping) and those lime green vellum letters. I wanted to create a layout about the spring that is almost here!


 Maybe I need to use stamps more often? :)




Materials: Pinkfresh Studio, American Crafts

Keep life sweet

Did you know that Paper Camellia hosts a sketch challenge every month? I made a layout using this month's sketch. I love working with a sketch. If I feel stuck, a sketch is a great way to get your scrapping mojo back.



Typically, I don’t use all the elements from the sketch. On this layout I wanted to use the combination of a rectangel and a smaller square. The stickers from the embellishment add-on made the journaling super easy and those stickers matched the paper strips from the sketch perfectly.


Hopefully you will join this challenge! It would be nice to see your take on the sketch!

Materials: Paper Camellia's March main kit and embellishment add-on (Simple Stories, Pebbles, My Mind's Eye, American Crafts)

Pinkfresh Studio GDT: Happy days + video

Have you seen the exciting news yet? I'm a guest designer for Pinkfresh Studio! I got a box full of lovely goodies including the March embellishment kit and Up in the Clouds collection. I loved working with these fresh, modern and colorful products! Thank you Kinnari for having me!

Today I'm showing you one layout I did using the March embellishment kit and Up in the Clouds collection.


 Here is a video that I filmed while I made the layout:


If the embedded video doesn't work, you can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/5vVdcMTWHO8




Materials: Pinkfresh Studio

SATW: Yep, it's a dancing crocodile

Have you had time to participate to Scrap Around The World's March challenge? The mood board this month is so fresh and bright! I loved the color combination of yellow and grey. Make sure you check the mid-month reveal too!

The picture in this layout was taken at my friend's wedding. She is an awesome person with a silly sense of humor. Of course she wanted to have some fun things at her wedding. So yep, it's a dancing crocodile!


And here is the mood board (made by my lovely friend Terhi):






Materials: Pink Paislee, American Crafts, Crate Paper, Studio Calico, Pinkfresh Studio
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1ST PRIZE

$50 worth of product from UmWowStudio!
IMAGE BELOW IS A SELECTION OF THEIR PRODUCTS



UmWowStudio is an innovative embellishment company located in
 Las Vegas, Nevada.  With chipboard, flair & stencils currently in
 their product line (& more fun things on the way!) we span across
 all bits of paper crafting, including memory saving, card making,
 tags, stamping, mixed media, art journaling & more!

Shop with us HERE, follow our blog HERE & LIKE us on Facebook
HERE!  Follow our boards on Pinterest HERE & Youtube HERE!!

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2ND PRIZE

$35 worth of product from 13@rts



13arts is a Polish manufacturer specialising in scrapbook papers, 
embellishments & artistic mediums. See our store HERE where
we ship worldwide!  Our blog HERE is full of inspiration & we
 have a monthly challenge where all are welcome!

Follow us on Instagram HERE, Twitter HERE & Facebook
 HERE & remember to follow us on Pinterest HERE too!!

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3RD PRIZE

OVER $30 worth of product from 7 Dots Studio!



7 Dots Studio was born from dreams & for dreams. 
We are a European scrapbooking manufacturer of high 
quality scrapbooking products – paper, stickers, die-cuts,
 collage sheets, 6x6 pads, collection kits, chipboard & stencils.

Our collections are created by amazingly talented artists - 
from clean, graphic designs to mixed-media, grungy collage look. 
What you can always be sure of is high quality & thickness
 of our papers, which makes them perfect for all kinds of media.

 Among our products you will also find clear stamp sets coordinating 
with our collections to make them even more interesting & versatile.
We are amazingly happy & feel very blessed to see how much
 our products are loved by crafters & artists all around the world!

If you would like to see more awesome inspiration from our design team
please visit our blog HERE, our Facebook  page HERE & follow us on
Twitter HERE, Pinterest HERE & Instagram {7DOTSSTUDIO}.

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4TH PRIZE

$25 worth of CHIPBOARD from 2Crafty Chipboard
{not exactly what is shown below but a GREAT selection!}




2Crafty Chipboard is an Australian owned & operated manufacturer & wholesaler 
of laser cut chipboard products, located in Sydney, Australia.  We have been
 in operation since October 2006 & have more than 1 000 designs on offer.
We pride ourselves on quality products that are versatile & up to date with 
market trends, as well as offering unbeatable customer service, 
with quick turnaround of jobs large & small. Visit our website HERE.

We are happy to quote on personalized jobs,whether it be a single title for a 
customer, or large jobs for retreats, classes etc.  If you are a retail business 
& would like to stock our range of unique products, please contact us
 for more information.  Please see further details on our blog HERE!

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5TH PRIZE

$20 gift certificate from Creative Embellishments!




Creative Embellishments is a family-owned company, established in
September 2013, by Michael & Nicole Kramer, a husband & wife
 team, who design & produce unique, high-quality chipboard, 
wood, rubber stamps & flairs.

Their mission is to offer fun & inspiring products that can be added to
 any project to bring out your inner creativity!  In the near future they will 
be expanding into other media such as acrylic products, stencils, etc!

 They custom cut for individual orders & have a wholesale shop for stores, 
kit clubs & orders for classes.  Find their website HERE ! If you have a
store sign up for their wholesale  division HERE . Check out their
blog  HERE  & follow them on Instagram HERE  & YouTube HERE.
GIVE THIS FANTASTIC NEW COMPANY YOUR SUPPORT!!

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6TH PRIZE

$15 worth of product from Studio75
{Exactly as shown below}


Studio75 is a  Polish manufacturer of scrapbooking papers & items 
such as chipboard albums, notebooks, spiral bindings & magnetic sheets.  
We have our own online store HERE, a bustling Facebook page HERE
 & a highly inspirational blog HERE - come & visit us - let's connect!

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7TH PRIZE

15 Euros worth of product from Scrap-Unlimited
{you will receive a surprise selection of BEAUTIFUL goodies!}



Scrap-Unlimited is a craft supplies manufacturer from The Netherlands,
creating  & selling the most amazing selection of embellishments for the
crafting industry.  We offer shabby chic, vintage & steampunk inspired 
embellishments, ribbon, flowers, metals, mini-books & mini novelty items.  

Check out our online store HERE for SO MUCH MORE!  
LIKE us on Facebook HERE & follow our highly
 inspirational blog HERE & our Pinterest board HERE.
Wholesale website HERE.

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8TH PRIZE

15 EURO gift voucher from Mixed Media Place




Mixed Media Place is a treasure chest of different media for creative minds,
carrying a wide variety of embellishments & tools to get your projects 
going. The world of mixed media is a place of limitless possibilities - 
we are here to help you to spread your wings & fly! 

Find our blog HERE, LIKE us on Facebook HERE, follow our
 boards on Pinterest HERE & do your shopping HERE!

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9TH PRIZE

17.50 Euros worth of products from Danafix, France.
{Choose your set of 5 + 1 copics HERE!} 


www.copicmarqueurs.com is an online store 100% dedicated to all 
Copic products. All Copic products made & assembled by the European
 importer are available in stock & we offer fast, international delivery!

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10TH PRIZE 

{Always sponsored by the SATW Design Team}

$40 worth of product courtesy of our very generous
design team member Tiphanie BARBREAU!


Prize consists of TWO full packs of Stazons (pumpkin & vibrant violet), Basic Grey flair stickers, full pack of Basic Grey layered stickers, AND a set of watercolor pencils!!


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RANDOM PRIZE

Scrapbook kit from SCRAPS OF ELEGANCE KIT CLUB
Random Winner will always receive last month's kit
from Scraps of Elegance, valued at a whopping $36.95!!



Scraps of Darkness & Scraps of Elegance are monthly scrapbook kit clubs
 that cater to scrapbookers who are looking for an alternative to what other 
kit clubs offer.  Our kits are designed for artists who wish to take scrapbooking
 to a level beyond.  We strive to include the latest & greatest items on the market
 that will enable you  to create not "just a layout", but a work of art. 

Visit our blog HERE,our Store HERE & sign up for our kits HERE & HERE!
Please LIKE us on Facebook HERE, follow our boards on Pinterest HERE ,
subscribe to our Youtube channel HERE & find our tutorials HERE!!

We would LOVE to connect with you!!!

Paper Camellia: I am loved

Have you already checked out Paper Camellia's March reveal? Another fabulous kit! Make sure that you subscribe as the kits sold out quickly and based on what I have seen April's kit will be fabulous!

For this layout I used a lot of goodies from Simple Stories I Am collection. I just love the idea behind that collection!






Materials: Paper Camellia's March Main kit; Simple Stories, Pebbles, American crafts

The story of the best mom in the world


It's been a bit quiet here. All the schedhuled blog posts ended some time ago. My priorities have been elsewhere.

Last weeks have been the most difficult that I have ever faced. On February 19th I lost my mom. Last weekend we had her funeral.



She was was way too young, 52 years old. She was full of life.  For the last 4 days of her life, I sat by her side almost around the clock. Just holding her hand so she wouldn't be alone.

Gosh, I hate cancer.

All the positive attitude that I have is inherited from her. She was a maker: making things happen no matter what.  She was passionate, successful and loving. I can't even describe what she meant to me. I'm out of words.



She and I both loved music. I want to quote a beautiful song by Krista Siegfrids. These lyrics really spoke to me (you can listen the song from this link).

"I wonder where you are
hope its not too far
when will we meet?
The smile on your face
just like the old days
your beautiful heart beat

you gave me a good start
you gave me your heart
I'll never lose that part
I think you hear me
I think you're right here
that's why I have no fear"


For me, she is the best mom in the world. Always.



Materials: Paper Camellia March main kit and embellishment add-on