My first Christmas card

Well, maybe I'm getting back into the swing of things - just in time for the holiday season! The baby is on somewhat of a schedule, and I'm making time to get to my room to create. Last night, I tried a new card that I've seen out there while blog surfing. It's an easel card, and it's soooo easy to make, and a nice way to do something different. I'm almost thinking of doing a card like this for my Christmas card, attaching our family picture (which will be taken on Friday if all goes well) on the top. We'll see...

Anyways, I used the Holiday Button Bits set from Papertrey. This is such a wonderful idea, and I splurged a few weeks ago and bought this and the Everyday Button Bits (ok - so a bunch of other stuff too!). I also used the Jolly By Golly paper - love it!!!! I thought this wasn't too bad for my first time back into my own creations : )

And a side view to see how the easel fold works....

I'm hoping to get everyone down tonight and maybe work on a couple other ideas...thanks for looking!

It's been awhile...

I can't believe it's been four weeks since I last posted. Sooooo sorry - just trying to get into a groove again, and the H1N1 has attacked our home the past couple weeks. Couple things on the flu - first off, thank you to the media for making my kids think they were going to die since they had "swine flu." Secondly, it isn't too bad as far as flu goes - very high fever, nasty cough, and feeling miserable, but no puking so that's good! My biggest worry is the baby getting the flu, as he's so little...but they tell me he's getting my antibodies.

I have been scrapbooking, believe it or not. I have Eli's book started and hope to finish off his first month of life in the next couple days. I'm using the Power Palettes from Creative Memories - LOVE THEM! and I so love scrapbooking...I've missed it.

That being said, I haven't gotten any new cards made, although I've received many new stamps to play with. I need to get some cards done so hopefully soon...but no promises! I don't think I've shared this card before...just love this set from Papertrey. In my attempt to get organized, I can't find my details book, so I'll just post the card for now.

And finally, here's our annual Halloween picture (my scooby doo gang!), and our trip to the pumpkin patch. Aren't my pumpkins cute? I could sell them some days ;)

These Boots...

Well, I'm still here...just trying to get back into my own groove. My husband has gone back to work completely, so I'm at it alone with all five of my kiddos! It's fun to watch them all interact...and they so love their new baby brother! Gotta admit, he's one sweet baby!

It's another rainy week here which always makes for longer days when I can't let the kiddos outside to play. So I thought this card was only appropriate. I just love this set from My Favorite Things - and the sayings that come with it are perfect!!! Love it! I can't find my details on this card so I apologize for omitting those!

And can you believe it - I've gotten the scrapbooking bug so I've ordered some pictures from CM and should get them any day so I can start. I'm excited!!! I'm also wanting to do some mini books. Anyone know of any good idea books for those mini/altered books? My friend and I have a ton to do!!!!

Thanks for looking!

Greatest Self

Luckily I have a bunch of cards that I haven't posted yet...so I'll try to get caught up on that as I get back in my routine. I've realized how much I want to do, and there just isn't the time in the day! And I HAVE to get scrapbooking again - realizing that after seeing all the cute pictures of my new little guy.

This is a card I made awhile back for a sketch challenge. I always like a card that is somewhat masculine...and this Verve stamp set is a must have!!!

As for the adjustment with the new baby - he's a WONDERFUL, sweet little baby. He's so patient and laid back - I couldn't ask for a better baby. And looking at a baby you really do see your greatest self. Thanks for all the congrats and well wishes!

Card Details
Stamp: Starlight Starbright, Stars (Verve)
Ink: Brilliance Graphite Black
Paper: Western Sky, White, Black (SU)
Accessories: AVS201, Nestabilities, Circle punches

Welcome Elijah!!!!

Elijah Gene Lowrey (Eli for short) was born on September 9th, 2009 at 2:45 pm. He weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long. Here are a couple pictures of my newest angel. He is a sweet sweet baby - very laid back and of course, handsome!!! I hope to get back to blogging/creating soon...just getting settled into our new routine!

TOMORROW is B-DAY!!!!

YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!! Tomorrow is the big day - I'll be induced and finally get to meet little Lowrey #5. I've always been excited, but for some reason, I'm super excited for this baby! I think, and don't laugh, it's because for me, it's been over two years since I've had a baby and I just can't wait. The whole miracle of life just inspires me...

That being said, I'll try to post just some cards in the next couple weeks - not a lot of details or chatter...but I hope to be back at it soon! And I thought I'd share a baby-ish card today - not that this is for a baby, but I just love these bunnies from My Favorite Things!!! It's a busy day - have to get the kids up and ready...meeting at the school for home room mom at 8:30, pick up my parents from the airport at 11:30, pick up kids from school at 2:30, doctor at 4, and then out for dinner at 5:30 (my husband's birthday is tomorrow too! but we thought we'd celebrate for him tonight!). And then, get ready for tomorrow!

Thanks for looking!

Card details
Stamps: Cuddle Bunnies (MFT)
Ink: Brilliance Graphite Black
Paper: October Afternoon - MainStreet, YoYo Yellow, Not Quite Navy
Accessories: MFTSC95, Nestabilities, Crystal Effects, Dimensionals, Copics!

You're a Rockstar

My friend Gretchen and I had a power-Verve night a few weekends ago to do all their sketch challenges for the chance to win September's release. We didn't win, but it was fun to make the cards. Although we are inking our Verve sets to death, they really do make some wonderful cards. This card sketch had as a twist, to use an edge punch. I had to use the Spiral Binding Punch from SU! - doesn't it just flow with the card? Anyways, I like how this card turned out - sort of masculine, which is always nice...and it reminds me of my first son, Joseph. He always says he wants to be a rockstar - I don't know how he even knows what that is, but he can dance/sing with the best of them!5 days now...I'm convinced I will never go into labor on my own...so I'm planning for a deep cleaning mission this weekend! Thanks for stopping by!

Card Details
Stamps: Stars, Starlight Starbright Sentiment (Verve)
Ink: Brilliance Graphite Black
Paper: Cupcake (Basic Grey), White, Black
Accessories: VLVAUG02, Ribbons, Dimensionals, Spiral Binding Punch