Adorable Easter Bunny Jars

I have really been in an Easter scrapping mood for the past several days.  I came across this idea (which I altered to suit my needs and personality) several weeks ago and absolutely loved it, but can't remember exactly where I saw it.  Sorry.  If I find it, I will definitely make a correction to this post in order to give credit where it is due. 

The jars came from Hobby Lobby.  I bought several of them at regular price, then the very next week they were 50% off.  Just my luck!  Oh well!  The ribbon is from Wal-Mart, and the bunny was constructed from shapes on my SCAL.  I spent a couple hours trying to get the shapes/sizes like I wanted them (I am so slow and meticulous and that is why it took that long), but I'm pleased with the results.  After I constructed my pattern, I made 9 of these cute little jars.  Carter had the idea to add a ribbon on some of the ears so they would be "female" he said.  Thanks to my little crafty grandson for that little addition.

I still have several projects I have completed lately, so please come back soon to take a "peep"!

Happy Scrappin'

Carol :)

No Idle Hands For Me

I haven't  posted in quite a while, but I have still been crafting.  During the school year, I don't have a lot of free time, so creating blog posts are few and far between.  Here is what I worked on today:

Easter Pencil Boxes for Carter's Kindergarten Class

I totally scraplifted this idea from Linda at http://www.stampwithlindawalsh.com/10/category/pencil%20case/1.html.  This link will take you directly to the pencil case tutorial.  This talented lady has some awesome projects, and really neat videos demonstrating various techniques and altered projects. 

I made 25 of these adorable treats.  Carter only needs 16 for his class, so I am going to give the extras to some of the ladies at my school.  They really love the "goodies" the gift fairy leaves them.  Lol

I placed them in this basket; however, I am hoping to go to Dollar Tree or Dollar General to purchase a colorful plastic bin ( I can decorate the outside of that container with my vinyl to make it look more "Eastery"!) to put them in before he takes them to school.

A little closer view of a few boxes.

This project allowed me to use some of my scrap paper stash and stamps which I haven't used.  The pencils and erasers (the little chicks on top of the lables) were purchased from Dollar Tree.  I love that store!!!  The scalloped ovals were cut using my Cricut machine and the Storybook cart. 

Thanks so much for dropping by.  Please check back very soon for more of my altered projects.  I have several items to share with you.  Happy Scrappin'!

Carol:)

 

New Projects To Share!!!

Hey yall! I have been working a few new projects:

"Altered Canvases"

"Altered Wooden Letters"

Thanks for visiting my blog!

Roll Tide Monogram - An Altered Project

Hobby Lobby recently had these gorgeous Chipboard Monograms/Letters. They also had free brochures that offered suggestions of how to decorate them. Well, I knew exactly what I wanted to do! So, I made a Bama Wall Hanging for my husband's Roll Tide Room. I hope you enjoy my little project and come up with great ideas of your own.

Thanks for stopping by and Happy Scrappin'

Carol

Books for Marilyn, A Wonderful Friend!

These 2 books were ordered for Father's Day by my friend, Marilyn. The DADDY book is for her husband and the FAMILY book (which is from the entire family) is for her Papa. Once again, some of the pics posted vertically. I will try to correct this ASAP.
Marilyn's husband is a construction worker and likes old cars, so you will note these elements in the book.
As usual, I used the Everyday Paper Dolls cart. I also used an svg file for the old car. The beach page items are from Life's A Beach and svg files which were purchased from Treasure Box Designs. The paper was purchased from Hobby Lobby (LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that store). I hope you can see the tiny earrings on the little girls. I usually fail to mention these little embellies, and as usual I used Stickles to highlight several images.

For the FAMILY book, the paper was purchased from (you guessed it) HL, the letters were cut using the SCAL program, Big Al was made from a file from My Scrap Chick, the lacey heart is from the Storybook cart, the silouette images are from A Child's Year, and all the paperdolls are from EDPD (Everyday Paper Dolls). The special poem on the Nanny page came from Marilyn. A friend gave it to her after her mother died. It is the perfect touch to make that make the books personal and unique. All the sports, princess, and ballerina paper dolls represent the grandchildren. The page with the 5 girls represent Marilyn and her sisters. When Marilyn came to pick up the book, she knew right away which paper doll girl was her and which were her "sisters!"
I really enjoyed making this book. It was very sentimental and special to me because Marilyn is such a great friend and we share so many interests. Thanks Marilyn for allowing me to share in your memories!

Raley - A Gift for Mother's Day

This adorable little book was made especially for another coworker to give to her daughter-in-law for Mothers' Day! Isn't that sweet! All the adorable paper (by the Paper Studio) was purchased at Hobby Lobby! I LOVE that store!
I finally got the SCAL program!Yah!!!! Aymee taught me how to design/cut the letters all by myself. Thanks baby girl! She also sent me the file for the mother reading to her daughter silouette.
I used Everyday Paper Dolls and A Child's Year carts. I like to use the paper dolls cart because I can really get in to personalizing the book with its use. I always solicit information on the interests and physical appearance of the person the book is designed for/about and use that cart to achieve the results I want. This is what makes the books so SPECIAL (in my opinion).
I also highlighted many of the shapes/letters using Stickles. You will also note the use of tiny white Daisies on most pages and gem stones on the ocean page.
The wheelbarrow, sun, and large pink flowers which are used as photo mats were made from files purchased from My Scrap Chick. That is another GREAT site with the cutest svg files which are awesome for use in scrapbooking as well as many other nifty projects. A few of the pages are posted vertically, and I have no idea why. So, please forgive this inconvenience.

Now, are you ready to view the book? I hope you enjoy your visit to my site, and please come back soon!

















If you would like a personalized book of your own or to give to someone special, you may contact me by leaving me a comment along with your email addy.

Have a Great Day!!!!

Carol :)

Raley - A Mother's