On to Round 3

So funny, but we had more drop-outs this round, so everyone moved on again. I figure if I just hang in there to the end everyone else may drop out. lol...

Here is one of the layouts I submitted:
For Round 3, we are doing a freestyle using die-cut or hand-cut letters, buttons, and lace. We are also doing another Becky Fleck sketch. Time to get scrappin'!

A Couple of Cards...

Well, I've finished another round for SBD4U. I should be able to post the layouts tomorrow.

In the meantime, I have been making cards with my scraps after I complete a layout. I read about this in a magazine recently and it really works well. All my supplies out and my creative juices are flowing. I can do a card in 15 minutes this way!

Project Design Team

Well, as predicted, everyone made it through to Round 2. This time I have another sketch for one LO and for the other I have to use fabric, something transparent, and hand journaling. A bit tougher for me since I can't stand the way my writing looks and I always think it ruins the page. Oh well.

Here are the LOs I submitted for Round 1

*whew*

I just finished my layouts for the contest-with two hours to spare! Talk about cutting it close! The judging happens tomorrow so I'll post them once I find out the results. We may all be moving forward again since some people in the contest seem to have dropped out or couldn't get their projects done on time. But whatever the decision, I'm really happy with my creations. :D

Last weekend we went to Great America and had a fantastic time. The weather was perfect, the park was clean, and very few people were there. We really liked the rides and attractions also.

Contest Update

So round 1 of the contest for Scrapbook Deals 4 U is over, and everyone who entered progressed to the next round. They were hoping for 35 entrants and only got around 25. Above are the layouts I submitted.

For the second round, I have to complete two projects. One using a sketch and one using 3 photos, paint, and hand stitching. Right up my alley!

I have also decided to join a contest for Scrappin' With Grace in which I can win some Pink Paislee. *swoon*

American Idol

Okay, so I am a serious AI fan and I am really excited about the talent this season. Of the seven that are left, I think they all deserve to be there so it is really hard for me to pick a favorite.
But David Cook has really stood out to me as the most amazing and original artist. BUT last night he just plain sucked! I guess he's either throwing the competition so he can move on to other things, or he's already given every thing he can. I wouldn't blame him if he wants to move on after having to perform "Nine to Five" last week. *lmao*

On the other hand, Michael Johns seems to be blossoming as the weeks go on. He is such a sincere, down to earth guy who can actually sing Freddy Mercury really well. I thought he picked a great song last night AND sang the hell out of it. And it doesn't hurt that he's a smokin' hotty.

And Carly's performance last night was just plain weird. I bet she's going home after that.

That said, I am really not looking forward to Idol Gives Back tonight. Just not a big "Live Aid" type of girl. If I wanted to watch people raise money I'd watch PBS. I do think it's really great that they are raising so much money tho. AND for some great causes.

It's THAT Time of Year Again...

I spent yesterday catching up on filing and doing my taxes. As usual, we OWE. But not too much, especially when I count in the stimulus we all will be getting. Mostly it's just nice to have that weight off my shoulders. It actually only took me all of Sunday afternoon to get it done.

As far as scrapbooking news, I am getting ready to enter another contest this week. The website is www.scrapbookdeals4u.com and the prize is a Design Team spot. This contest will last until the end of June and I am looking forward to getting lots of pages done. Stay tuned for details.

A Sampling of My Pages...

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