Oh, these are great! You really should check them out! So fun and springy... But, still more to come!
Monday, March 30, 2009
What a Weekend!
My family took a break this weekend and visited my sister and her family! It was a wonderful break! I did get 2 beautiful card sets created while there and they will be listed on my etsy site, hopefully, this evening! :-)
We are also planning a rummage sale for this weekend and luckily I am almost ready for it! It should be a good time! I needed to get some spring decluttering done!!
Speaking of Spring; who else can't wait for this wonderful winter to pass us by? We are watching the blizzard warnings for our area pretty close, sounds like we will be getting about 12 inches of snow, but should melt away pretty quickly! Is it bad that I am hoping for a snow day or two to get my etsy listings caught up? :-)
I am also planning a new poll to try and find out what you would like to see here on the blog and what you like/dislike about the page!! Please make sure to vote once the poll gets up and running!
Thanks for checking my blog out again, and I hope that you have a wonderfully productive day!
Best Wishes; Megan :-)
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Oh, My!
I started the day out with 1 lonely follower this morning! I have 9 now!! I think that is pretty good! I've been posting in the etsy forums again and its been so much fun! Ok, I have to go to bed now, but I just wanted to throw out that update :-)
Oh and there are more really neat items coming up, I just have to find the time to list them! And we can't skip the circus tomorrow night!! (Ok, no comments about the circus!!)
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Monday, March 23, 2009
New Tip for you!
New tip of the week:
((When life hands you lemons, quick make some lemonade!))
I really screwed up my foot recently (air cast, ace bandage, and crutches!!) and have been unable to get to the basement to my scrapbook room. So I have been spending some extra special time with my kids and the house/yard during these scrapbook free days!
Isn’t it amazing how busy life gets? We go through each day with a to-do list of things we “have” to get done, and never really appreciate the fact that each day gone is a day that we could’ve taken a walk, smelled a flower, stolen a secret kiss, or cuddled on a blanket outside!
((When life hands you lemons, quick make some lemonade!))
I really screwed up my foot recently (air cast, ace bandage, and crutches!!) and have been unable to get to the basement to my scrapbook room. So I have been spending some extra special time with my kids and the house/yard during these scrapbook free days!
Isn’t it amazing how busy life gets? We go through each day with a to-do list of things we “have” to get done, and never really appreciate the fact that each day gone is a day that we could’ve taken a walk, smelled a flower, stolen a secret kiss, or cuddled on a blanket outside!
So for today's tip, remember this... Life does not always have to be so complicated;
Just break your foot and watch things calm down a bit! :-)
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Well, he got 4th place...
My son got 4th place in the Regional tournament, so he is not going to be able to go to the State tournament, but I am so proud of the way he wrestled this year and the fact that in his first year he did so well! He is just disappointed now that the season is over! We will get to do it all over again next year, but with both boys, as my oldest decided that he wants to be in wrestling too! I guess next winter will be even busier than this one was!! :-)
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Not really DavidsDesigns related, but....
I'm so excited for my son, he made it into the Regional tournament in wrestling. This is his 1st year and he's only 5!! If he places 3rd or above, he will be off to the State championship on March 28, and he hasn't placed below 3rd at any tournament yet!! How great is that!!
I'm so proud!!
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Friday, March 6, 2009
New Additions at DavidsDesigns.Etsy.com
Check out these new additions! Spring is a-coming now at DavidsDesigns.etsy.com!
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Sorry I've been MIA!
Its been hectic over here! I'm working on some new items to post in my etsy shop, so make sure to check back often to see what I've dreamed up! Also, keep watching for the Tip of the Week! :-)
Monday, February 16, 2009
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Another DavidsDesigns Creation!
I've been working on cards for family and friends today and just had to show you all this beautiful Anniversary card that I created for some friends! The green and brown really make the flowers pop and the copper color of the lettering is just perfect! I'm so proud of myself! Just imagine what I could do for your family or friends' anniversary, birthday, or whatever card! Please contact me at DavidsDesigns@ymail.com if you are interested in having me create a special project for your needs!
Monday, February 9, 2009
Tip of the Week
For a fun Thank You card after a child’s birthday party; take a photo of the opened gift, the gift-giver and your child. Include this photo along with the Thank You portion of the note. This not only teaches your child to say thank you, but also shows the gift-giver how the gift was appreciated! This is also really nice to keep track of who gave what for scrapbooking! :-D
I have had rave reviews for this in the past!
I have had rave reviews for this in the past!
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
A New Tip of the Week!
Stretch your scrapbooking budget in these harder times -
Paper:
Trade papers with a friend, trash to treasure you know!
Use scraps to make paper piecings, paper posies, etc. This will use up even the smallest of pieces and save money on embellishments!
When cutting paper for a border around a photo, cut the middle out of the background photo. It won't show, but give you a perfectly matched paper for a paper piecing embellishement!
Ink:
Need more time before re-inking your stamp pad? Spritz the ink pad with a small amount of water and let sit for a while (I'm not sure if this is recommended or not, but I do it and it really works to extend the life of the pad until I can get it re-inked!)
Buy a reinker with a friend and use it together, as needed - only if this is a trust-worthy friend though! No stealing the ink!!
Stamps:
Use odd household objects to create new stamps! I found that the inside plastic of a roll of tape makes a really neat circular stamp!
Repurpose old pencil erasers into rubber stamps, just cut a design with a craft knife! I have a whole tiny alphabet set from pencil erasers!
Use foam shapes as stamps. Layer a few of the shapes together, glue, and voila! a new stamp!
Wrap rubber bands around your brayer before inking for an interesting new background design! Guaranteed to never look the same!!
Use your brass embossing pads as stencils for your ink. Sponge inside the shape and then let dry!
Ribbon:
Save all small ribbon scraps. These can be used as a decorative border when used around a matted photo, as a part of your paper piecings, or as texture on your next card (green ribbon = green stem on a flower!!)
Save on Purchases:
Always check Goodwill or Thrift shop type stores for scrapbooking supplies like ribbon, buttons, thread, charms, flowers, etc! The list goes on and on! I recently found a bag of green buttons for a whopping $0.35 + tax. You can't go wrong!! You can also look at Rummage, Garage, or Tag sales. Think outside the box!
Get a job at your local scrapbooking store, just for the discount! If you spend alot of money on supplies, the discount would help you save and put some money in your pocket!! (That is if you don't end up spending your whole paycheck on supplies!!)
Always buy a product that is multi-purpose - such as tools that do double duty, cutting and embossing, etc. Rubber stamps can be used multiple times, while a package of stickers can be used 1 time each!
Paper:
Trade papers with a friend, trash to treasure you know!
Use scraps to make paper piecings, paper posies, etc. This will use up even the smallest of pieces and save money on embellishments!
When cutting paper for a border around a photo, cut the middle out of the background photo. It won't show, but give you a perfectly matched paper for a paper piecing embellishement!
Ink:
Need more time before re-inking your stamp pad? Spritz the ink pad with a small amount of water and let sit for a while (I'm not sure if this is recommended or not, but I do it and it really works to extend the life of the pad until I can get it re-inked!)
Buy a reinker with a friend and use it together, as needed - only if this is a trust-worthy friend though! No stealing the ink!!
Stamps:
Use odd household objects to create new stamps! I found that the inside plastic of a roll of tape makes a really neat circular stamp!
Repurpose old pencil erasers into rubber stamps, just cut a design with a craft knife! I have a whole tiny alphabet set from pencil erasers!
Use foam shapes as stamps. Layer a few of the shapes together, glue, and voila! a new stamp!
Wrap rubber bands around your brayer before inking for an interesting new background design! Guaranteed to never look the same!!
Use your brass embossing pads as stencils for your ink. Sponge inside the shape and then let dry!
Ribbon:
Save all small ribbon scraps. These can be used as a decorative border when used around a matted photo, as a part of your paper piecings, or as texture on your next card (green ribbon = green stem on a flower!!)
Save on Purchases:
Always check Goodwill or Thrift shop type stores for scrapbooking supplies like ribbon, buttons, thread, charms, flowers, etc! The list goes on and on! I recently found a bag of green buttons for a whopping $0.35 + tax. You can't go wrong!! You can also look at Rummage, Garage, or Tag sales. Think outside the box!
Get a job at your local scrapbooking store, just for the discount! If you spend alot of money on supplies, the discount would help you save and put some money in your pocket!! (That is if you don't end up spending your whole paycheck on supplies!!)
Always buy a product that is multi-purpose - such as tools that do double duty, cutting and embossing, etc. Rubber stamps can be used multiple times, while a package of stickers can be used 1 time each!
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Tip of the Week!
Always keep a full supply of cards on hand so that you do not have to run out at an inconvenient time to get a card for some occasion or gift.
How many times have you had to stop at the store on the way to the birthday party to pick out the card? I always keep cards handy for those unexpected moments also, such as get well and sympathy cards. This makes it much easier to send your well wishes and prayers in a timely fashion!
How many times have you had to stop at the store on the way to the birthday party to pick out the card? I always keep cards handy for those unexpected moments also, such as get well and sympathy cards. This makes it much easier to send your well wishes and prayers in a timely fashion!
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Monday, January 19, 2009
Almost Forgot!!
Oh, almost forgot (Good thing I've got this list!! :-) I've added some ADORABLE new Valentine's Day cards to my etsy.com site. Check them out - You'll be happy that you did! :-)
New Tip of the Week!!
For this week's tip, I wanted to share something that I am always doing.
I am constanting thinking of things that I need to do, people I need to call, or errands that I have to run. To combat the fact that I could never remembered anything, I started keeping a small notebook (Ok, its a full size legal pad!) in my purse for whenever that little thought hits my brain! I write everything down, even something that I need to put on the grocery list at home! I even have used it to doodle my next scrapbook layout and journaling that I need to do! Its the best idea that I have ever had; because I can now claim that I have an excellent memory and people are always calling me very organized now! Trust me, I'm not!!
Every couple of days or so, my sheet is very scribbled up (I have to cross off the items that I actually do!) so I just rewrite the list on the next page, in order of priority and recycle the used up sheet!! The list is always shorter and I feel like I have gotten things accomplished! Who doesn't like feeling productive?
Let me know what you think of this little tip!
Have a great evening! Megan :-)
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