Whopper of a Birthday Free Printable

Who does not love a little chocolate for their Birthday? I originally designed this for gifts for our Primary Teachers, but it's come in handing for some quick birthday gifts for relatives (sometimes I add a gift card to bump it up from $1 gift to something more substantial).

So I thought I would share and I've created a generic version where you can add your own

B-Day Bash Scrapbook Double-Page Layout - Free Download!

I was playing with a new online publishing site this morning and loved this new one. So I uploaded a fun double-page layout instruction sheet I created featuring Imaginisce's B-Day Bash Collection for everyone to check out too!! 

Open publication - Free publishing - More scrapbook

For additional inspiration, check out the online Gallery of Imaginisce ideas too!

Imaginisce's B-Day Bash Collection

You all know me, I love scrapbooking. But even more then the act of scrapbooking I LOVE collecting scrapbook products. In fact, I read somewhere about "collecting"...and I need to share that quote with you right now.

"One thing that I've noticed about purchasing anything in excess is that it becomes much more acceptable when it is something that you "collect". Basically, "collect" is a free pass to buy as much as you want of something and not get in trouble with your husband. So, I am hereby declaring myself a...collector scrapbook and paper crafting supplies!!!"

First I'm very excited to show you my first video here on my blog...of course I think I sound completely different when I play it back, but I've been told it's really me...so scroll down to the bottom of this post to check it out! And I thought today instead of rambling on and on about nothing in particular I would show you one of my favorite new collections from Imaginisce. It's the new B-Day Bash Collection and the colors and design are just my style!! I'm only going to show you a small sampling of these here, but you're welcome to jump over to Imaginisce's website and look at all the product. There are also some amazing projects in their online gallery with this collection that you MUST SEE!! 

Double-sided, Heavy-weight Papers: There are six designs and these three are my favorite...but honestly I love them all. They have spot glossy finish on one side of the paper and are still reasonably priced (MSRP $.99). 

Rub-ons: They have three delightful rub-ons and this one is my fav (MSRP $4.49)!!

Banner Ribbons: These fun banner ribbons come in three styles; "Happy Birthday," "Let's Celebrate" and "Birthday Cake". The darling ribbons include a yard of banners on string. You have to admit banner ribbonss are really HOT and TRENDY right now and trust me they are super cute in person (MSRP $4.49).

Springy Stickers: Love, love, love this idea. Each pack comes with three cardstock weight die cuts, each with a little touch of glossy finish and a SPRING on the back. You have to check out the video below to see how stinkin' cute these are. Each pack comes with three of the same die cut/springy sticker in it!! They have three different types available: "Make a Wish," "Piece of Cake," and "It's Party Time" (MSRP $1.99).

 

Rolled Paper Candles: This was on my wish list for a birthday collection and Imaginisce listened when I suggested them. They are hand rolled candles with a string wick in them. Don't worry about putting them in your scrapbook...they're pretty sturdy and hold up well on layouts or cards. You get six candles and definitely a must have (MSRP $4.49).

My Video Debut: Showing Off the New B-Day Bash Collection

Be sure to check out Imaginisce's blog the week of June 28th...I'll be helping give out tons of FREEBIES!! Thanks for stopping by and let me know what you thought of this fun new B-Day Bash scrapbook collection!

Photobook Arrived!!

I meant to post about this 3 DAYS ago when my 12x12" photobook arrived for my hubby's 40th birthday gift. It's AWESOME and so much better then I expected it to be....actually I expected it to be great, but until you see the hours of work you've put into a project COMPLETED it's hard to know what to expect. I absolutely love the photo of Kirk on the cover...isn't he handsome?

Just a reminder for those new visitors to my blog, I created the entire book in My Memories Suite software. It's amazingly easy and had I created this entire book in Photoshop (which I could have) it would have taken me weeks and weeks, instead of days. I spent more time scanning in photographs and tweaking them then I did laying them out in the book. I have to send a BIG THANK you to my friend Michelle, she took this gorgeous picture of the Salt Lake Temple and was willing to let me use it in Kirk's book. The year we were married they were cleaning the Temple, so all my wedding pictures have scaffolding on the left side of the Temple. The original, full-size of picture is stunning and I think she should sell the prints...I would buy one!! If you want to see more of her amazing photography, check out her blog here.