Defying Gravity

Helmar DT Call.......................

Lookie, lookie girls...what wonderful gig for anyone who loves the look of lift and the best adhesive! I encourage everyone to apply. It is a really fun company to work with. I have enjoyed my time with design team experience with Helmar.

Here you go..............................

Helmar USA Design Team Call 2010

 
Helmar USA Design Team Call 2010

Helmar USA, Inc, distributes Helmar Adhesives & Art Mediums in the United States.  Have you had dreams at night that adhesives would land on your doorstep?  Do you want to be a part of one of the most creative teams and work with products from the most amazing manufacturers?  Well, that dream can come true…….Helmar USA, Inc. wants YOU to become a member of our USA Design Team!

 

We are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated scrappers and paper crafters to serve a six-month term beginning June 1, 2010 (Continuation of the term will be determined by both parties at the end of six months.)

 

As a Design Team member, you will receive:

*Advance releases of products!

Adhesives!

*Endorsement fees for published layouts and projects!

*Payment for projects used for trade shows!

The latest & greatest products from our Preferred Vendors!

 

Design Team members are required to:

· Dedication to a minimum of (2) blog posts per month.  More are LOVELY! 

· Dedication to your personal blogs which means keeping them fresh and mentioning Helmar products (we will do our best to promote you personally as well which is a win-win for everyone).  Keeping them fresh and new is important.

· Involvement with social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter.  Facebook at minimum is required.  This is the future for the industry and plays an even bigger part now than publications.

· Dedication to our preferred vendors.  They treat us great!  We work very hard to secure those relationships.

· Optional...Teaching experience.  We are expanding our marketing efforts and the best way to do this is by demonstration and teaching. 

· Another great plus is video tutorials.....and step-by-step projects or kits featuring Helmar products.

· Members are asked to submit their monthly Helmar projects for possible publication in crafting magazines and idea books.

· Members will also complete special projects as requested by Helmar to be used for trade shows, catalogs, promotional items, and various other venues.

 

Interested applicants should send the following in a single email:

1. Name, address, daytime & evening phone numbers, and email address (US and Canadian applicants only, please)

2. Short biography

3. Links to any on-line galleries and/or blog

4. List of other design teams in which you are currently or were previously a member

5. A brief paragraph stating why you would like to be a member of our Design Team

6. Three example projects using Helmar adhesives and art mediums (layouts or paper crafting projects) no larger than 150k each – Make sure to list any special adhesive techniques used and list the Helmar products.  

7. Anything else you want us to know about you…..what sets you apart from the rest?  We want to see your enthusiasm!

 

Please submit the above information to [email protected]  by April 15^th. No late entries will be accepted. The new Design Team members will be announced on our website on April 28th.

 

For additional information on our products, visit our design team blog at:  www.helmarusa.typepad.com.  Feel free to EMAIL any questions to [email protected]

 

Tracy Weinzapfel

President, Helmar USA, Inc.

 
Helmar USA Design Team Call 2010

Helmar USA, Inc, distributes Helmar Adhesives & Art Mediums in the United States.  Have you had dreams at night that adhesives would land on your doorstep?  Do you want to be a part of one of the most creative teams and work with products from the most amazing manufacturers?  Well, that dream can come true…….Helmar USA, Inc. wants YOU to become a member of our USA Design Team!

 

We are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated scrappers and paper crafters to serve a six-month term beginning June 1, 2010 (Continuation of the term will be determined by both parties at the end of six months.)

 

As a Design Team member, you will receive:

*Advance releases of products!

Adhesives!

*Endorsement fees for published layouts and projects!

*Payment for projects used for trade shows!

The latest & greatest products from our Preferred Vendors!

 

Design Team members are required to:

· Dedication to a minimum of (2) blog posts per month.  More are LOVELY! 

· Dedication to your personal blogs which means keeping them fresh and mentioning Helmar products (we will do our best to promote you personally as well which is a win-win for everyone).  Keeping them fresh and new is important.

· Involvement with social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter.  Facebook at minimum is required.  This is the future for the industry and plays an even bigger part now than publications.

· Dedication to our preferred vendors.  They treat us great!  We work very hard to secure those relationships.

· Optional...Teaching experience.  We are expanding our marketing efforts and the best way to do this is by demonstration and teaching. 

· Another great plus is video tutorials.....and step-by-step projects or kits featuring Helmar products.

· Members are asked to submit their monthly Helmar projects for possible publication in crafting magazines and idea books.

· Members will also complete special projects as requested by Helmar to be used for trade shows, catalogs, promotional items, and various other venues.

 

Interested applicants should send the following in a single email:

1. Name, address, daytime & evening phone numbers, and email address (US and Canadian applicants only, please)

2. Short biography

3. Links to any on-line galleries and/or blog

4. List of other design teams in which you are currently or were previously a member

5. A brief paragraph stating why you would like to be a member of our Design Team

6. Three example projects using Helmar adhesives and art mediums (layouts or paper crafting projects) no larger than 150k each – Make sure to list any special adhesive techniques used and list the Helmar products.  

7. Anything else you want us to know about you…..what sets you apart from the rest?  We want to see your enthusiasm!

 

Please submit the above information to [email protected]  by April 15^th. No late entries will be accepted. The new Design Team members will be announced on our website on April 28th.

 

For additional information on our products, visit our design team blog at:  www.helmarusa.typepad.com.  Feel free to EMAIL any questions to [email protected]

 

Tracy Weinzapfel

President, Helmar USA, Inc.

Kim Bethke...Helmar Adheives Blog Hop Winner!

Thank you everyone, for such an awesome blog hop weekend!
Thank you all so much for participating and commenting in our first ever Helmar Blog Hop! 

Laura created a beautiful summary of the projects and designers that participated amd I thought it would mak a great sharing for those who missed the weekend. Thanks, laura! Here is laura's awesome recap on the amazing projects and techniques that were shared.

Tracy created several amazing projects that were quick, easy and inexpensive!  She showcased the Acid Free glue for her projects and from the product name alone you can be assured of the quality and longevity of your projects!

Tish used a smattering of different Helmar products and she specifically highlighted one of my all time favorites the Quick Fix Adhesive Runner  In my opinion paper crafting and the Quick Fix Adhesive Runner go hand in hand.  How can you not craft and create without it?

Carla created a super cute altered notebook using Liquid Scrap Dots If you love dimension in your projects and want the ease and control of how much dimension to give this is the product for you!  Super easy to use, dries fast and clear and is acid free!

Laura altered a chipboard mini album page using the two step Antique Crackle Medium With the Crackle Medium you can experiment with how much coverage to use to create either large cracks or more fine.  As she puts it she thinks of it as Snap Crackle Pop.  It's a snap to use and gives your Crackle that needed pop!

Marci created a super cute altered organizer using Zap Dots .  Zap Dots come in different shapes, sizes and colors.  Yes I said color - from clear, to white and BLACK! Use them all for all your project needs! 

Beth created an amazing vintagey family canvas using the Quick Fix Adhesive Runner  This is another stunning example that the Adhesive Runner can be used for all of your crafting needs.  And I do mean all!

Amber created an amazing topiary center piece utilizing Helmar Craft Glue This craft glue adheres to fabrics, leather, paper, chipboard, metal and more. It dries quickly and clear and it's machine washable!  No fears of any cute altered embellishments coming off in the washing machine!

Becky  created an amazing Welcome sign using Textured Effects  Dependent on what application process you use will create different effects on your projects.  Using a paint brush on your project will create a varied effect over using a sponge brush or your fingers.  Acid free and quick drying make Textured Effects a product that can be used for all your crafting project needs!

Shelly created a super cute topiary center piece using Helmar Gemstone Glue Look at the detailing she was able to create using this adhesive!  What's amazing about this product is that when you apply the adhesive it comes out white for easier application but it dries clear for no fuss and no mess!

Pinky created a stunning vintage romantic altered frame using Helmar 450 Quick Dry Adhesive 450 Quick Dry Adhesive dries crystal clear, is acid free and gives a long lasting bond.  Perfect for most craft applications including bridal, floral, leather, plastic, cork, chipboard, paper and general household usage.

There are so many amazing Helmar adhesives to use for all your crafting needs!  Stay tuned for more Helmar products to be featured in the future such as V2 Vellum Adhesive, Acrylic Sealer, Remove and Fray Stoppa just to name a few!

Congratulations to our Winners:

• Tracy - Erin Grotegut (Acid Free Glue)
• Becky - Brenda from Utah (Textured Effects)
• Shelly - Gail C. (Gemstone)
• Carla - Cathy LeHay (Liquid Scrap Dots)
• Laura - Laura Miller (Crackle Medium)
• Cristal - Ellen S (450 Quick Dry)
• Beth - KimbethKe (Adhesive Runner & Twin Pack Refill)
  Thanks Kim!   Please email me your addie and we will get you your great Helmar package.
• Amber - Kim from Michigan (Premium Craft Glue)
• Tish - Tami B (Adhesive Runner & Twin Pack Refill)
• Marci - Debbie Lacy (Zapdots)

and our GRAND PRIZE WINNER for the first Helmar Blog Hop is..............Tammy Malone

Kim Bethke, I tried to email you, so please drop me your addie so I can get you your prize....Congrats!!!

Thanks for joinging in the fun, everyone!!!!
Beth

Thank you everyone, for such an awesome blog hop weekend!
Thank you all so much for participating and commenting in our first ever Helmar Blog Hop! 

Laura created a beautiful summary of the projects and designers that participated amd I thought it would mak a great sharing for those who missed the weekend. Thanks, laura! Here is laura's awesome recap on the amazing projects and techniques that were shared.

Tracy created several amazing projects that were quick, easy and inexpensive!  She showcased the Acid Free glue for her projects and from the product name alone you can be assured of the quality and longevity of your projects!

Tish used a smattering of different Helmar products and she specifically highlighted one of my all time favorites the Quick Fix Adhesive Runner  In my opinion paper crafting and the Quick Fix Adhesive Runner go hand in hand.  How can you not craft and create without it?

Carla created a super cute altered notebook using Liquid Scrap Dots If you love dimension in your projects and want the ease and control of how much dimension to give this is the product for you!  Super easy to use, dries fast and clear and is acid free!

Laura altered a chipboard mini album page using the two step Antique Crackle Medium With the Crackle Medium you can experiment with how much coverage to use to create either large cracks or more fine.  As she puts it she thinks of it as Snap Crackle Pop.  It's a snap to use and gives your Crackle that needed pop!

Marci created a super cute altered organizer using Zap Dots .  Zap Dots come in different shapes, sizes and colors.  Yes I said color - from clear, to white and BLACK! Use them all for all your project needs! 

Beth created an amazing vintagey family canvas using the Quick Fix Adhesive Runner  This is another stunning example that the Adhesive Runner can be used for all of your crafting needs.  And I do mean all!

Amber created an amazing topiary center piece utilizing Helmar Craft Glue This craft glue adheres to fabrics, leather, paper, chipboard, metal and more. It dries quickly and clear and it's machine washable!  No fears of any cute altered embellishments coming off in the washing machine!

Becky  created an amazing Welcome sign using Textured Effects  Dependent on what application process you use will create different effects on your projects.  Using a paint brush on your project will create a varied effect over using a sponge brush or your fingers.  Acid free and quick drying make Textured Effects a product that can be used for all your crafting project needs!

Shelly created a super cute topiary center piece using Helmar Gemstone Glue Look at the detailing she was able to create using this adhesive!  What's amazing about this product is that when you apply the adhesive it comes out white for easier application but it dries clear for no fuss and no mess!

Pinky created a stunning vintage romantic altered frame using Helmar 450 Quick Dry Adhesive 450 Quick Dry Adhesive dries crystal clear, is acid free and gives a long lasting bond.  Perfect for most craft applications including bridal, floral, leather, plastic, cork, chipboard, paper and general household usage.

There are so many amazing Helmar adhesives to use for all your crafting needs!  Stay tuned for more Helmar products to be featured in the future such as V2 Vellum Adhesive, Acrylic Sealer, Remove and Fray Stoppa just to name a few!

Congratulations to our Winners:

• Tracy - Erin Grotegut (Acid Free Glue)
• Becky - Brenda from Utah (Textured Effects)
• Shelly - Gail C. (Gemstone)
• Carla - Cathy LeHay (Liquid Scrap Dots)
• Laura - Laura Miller (Crackle Medium)
• Cristal - Ellen S (450 Quick Dry)
• Beth - KimbethKe (Adhesive Runner & Twin Pack Refill)
  Thanks Kim!   Please email me your addie and we will get you your great Helmar package.
• Amber - Kim from Michigan (Premium Craft Glue)
• Tish - Tami B (Adhesive Runner & Twin Pack Refill)
• Marci - Debbie Lacy (Zapdots)

and our GRAND PRIZE WINNER for the first Helmar Blog Hop is..............Tammy Malone

Kim Bethke, I tried to email you, so please drop me your addie so I can get you your prize....Congrats!!!

Thanks for joinging in the fun, everyone!!!!
Beth

Welcome Helmar "Bloghoppers!"

Hello Friends!

I am so glad you decided to join us today in the 1st Helmar USA Design Team Blog Hop. I am super excited to get to see everyone's projects today, also. It is always fun to see what others do with their creative souls and with a strong adhesive, like Helmar, I am sure we will see lots of dimensional and fun pieces. Hopefully, you have found it to be a fun trip so far.

I decided to choose my Helmar Quick Fix Permanent Tape Runner as one of my favorite products today. Truthfully, I use it on about every project I create. I feel like a strong adhesive tape runner is essential in creating nowadays. Who wants to spend all that time and money, only to have your creation fall apart? Not me. Cool Tape runners......................... Wooooo Hoooooo!

 

I call my project "Family." I decided to make a fun, more traditional family photos type of piece. I wanted a sharp photo, but one that was not huge, but accented by pretty and colorful embellishments. I also wanted to create a vintage feel with some of my vintage lace. I created homemade vintage flowers, using my Helmar Permanent Adhesive tape Runner. The project was super quick to do, using the tape runner instead of sewing.

For our winning prize from my portion of the blog hop, I am thrilled to be giving away one of my favorite products, the Helmar Quick Fix Permanent Tape runner!
 

Make sure you enter a comment below, so you are entered into the random drawing. WE will announce the winners on the Helmar USA DT Site on Monday.

Family Layout
By Beth Root 

Helmar Adhesives:
Quick Fix Tape Runner
1/4" Zapdots
Quick Dry Stainless Adhesive 450 

Other:
GCD Products from Melody Ross: Paper, Memo Stickers, and Chipboard
Vintage Lace
Black Sequins
Prima Flowers
Tattered Angels: Vintage Bingo Card
Metal Photo Corners from Karen Foster
Creative Expressions: Bits of Bling pearl Accents
Pressed Petals: Metal Accent 
Cardstock
Fiskars Flower Punch

 
1) I started by creating my foundation for my layout. I used my tape runner in the tradition slide and run fashion. Quick and easy. I use Helmar's Zapdots to pop all of my pieces from chipboard to flowers. I am one who likes a dimensional lift on all of my pages.

 
2) The trickery comes when I created my tape runner flower.

 

2) Run your adhesive down the edge of your lace or ribbon. This creates a line of adhesive.

 

3) Pick up and start folding the edges of your lace on top of each other.
I turn my lace in a circular motion. The amount gathered is up to you, but I only layer mine 1 time. This will create half a flower. I find half a flower usually works better, because i tuck my embellishments behind each other rand it avoids excess bulk.

   
 

4) Run your tape runner behind the piece you are adding the lace to and adhere.

 

5) This gives you a nice lift, without a huge amount of bulk.

  

6) Dimensional Butterflies: Add 1/4" Zapdots. The tiny Zapdots give you the perfect amount of lift, without the Zapdot being visible. I only Zapdot 1/2 of my butterfly to allow for a more dimensional look.

 

7) Layer Butterfly onto flower or other piece.

 

8) For sequins, I use my tape runner in a pencil like motion. If you apply it smoothly, all you will need to do is to lay your sequins flatly and they will adhere as if you had sewn them to the page. A Tape runner technique is much quicker.

  

9) Adhere sequins to adhesive.

  

10) Layer sequins over other pieces for additional dimension.

  

11) Finish off the end of the sequin and allow for finishing seal or a loop like look. This will mirror my page detailing fro the velvet that existed on the patterned paper.

  

12) Add flowers or move flowers to your liking. 

  

13) Add additional letting accents with Zapdots. I used the 1/4 Zapdot again, for minimal lift because my metal is so thick.
 
 
 
14) And there you go......a fun layout that took about 2 hours. For me , the enjoyment is in the process. I like to feel like my work is a sort of art piece. I enjoy taking the time to create the extra lift and add the extra little pieces to make the color exciting.

Thank you for stopping by today, my friends!
Please leave a comment, so i can get you entered into my drawing for the cool Helmar Quick Fix tape Runners! They are one of my FAVORITE products Helmar has, although quite honestly, you are going to see some other really awesome product uses today. 

Hope you enjoy your journey......and off you go to our next Helmar USA DT Member Amber Hillman.
Have a great day!

Beth Root
Helmar USA, DT Coordinator
  

 
 

Come join us.....................

Helmar Adhesives Rocks, come see why!

Off to finish my project!
Hugs!
Beth

Woo Hoooo.... Helmar's 1st Blog Hop this weekend!!!!

Yes friends....the 1st Blog hop for helmar's Design team.
Come on and check in with us, you know you love their adhesive.
Get ready for Saturday!

Welcome Blog Hoppers!

We are excited to announce our Helmar Design Team, 1^st ever, Blog Hop.  Everyone seems to be on that continual hunt for creative inspiration, so what better way to beat the winter blahs, than to take a creative journey through the net.

Helmar’s Design Team has created some unique dimensional projects for you. Each designer will highlight a new creation, featuring one of her favorite Helmar products that will hopefully inspire your spirit. Whether this be a layering effect, a new technique for that special crackly look, or even just a lift of flower power, we hope you find Helmar products to be the perfect match for your upcoming projects.

All of our Design Team will have their creations and links posted Saturday, March 20th by 11am MST. You will have the entire weekend to participate in Helmar’s Blog Hop.

For any first time "Hoppers," this is how to join in on the fun. We will start here at our Helmar USA Design Team Blog and "Hop" through a series of Blogs, which will serve as a stop. You will need to leave a comment at each designers stop, which in turn will enter you into a random prize drawing for that individual stop. Each designer will then link you to the next stop on your journey. Upon completion, you will hop back to the Helmar USA Design Team Blog and post your final comment and tell us what you have found to be your favorite Helmar product and why you liked them so much. This will complete your Blog hop.

On Monday, March 22^nd, we will randomly pick a number and the person whose post on the Helmar USA Design Team Blog matches the number picked, will win the grand prize from Helmar:

Each designer will randomly give away a Helmar prize from the individual postings on her own blog so don't forget to post those comments. Yes, my friends, there are lots of cool “Sticky Adhesives” for prizes! You will need to complete the blog hop to be eligible for prizes. And we all know how much we all need quality adhesive. They are a must!

Winners names will be posted on the Helmar USA Design Team Blog and the winners will need to EMAIL their address to receive prices. Fun, creative, and super easy!  So get to hopping and click on over to our talented Tish Treadaway to see what she has created.

Enjoy the Hop!
Helmar USA Design Team

Pebbles Inc. Feature..............

Pebbles Inc. Favorites.........so many to choose from!
This past week, I was fortunate enough to be one of the DT gals featured on the Pebbles Inc. Blog.
Go take a peek.... Pebbles Inc. Blog and check our the other gals work. Just adorable!

Get creative my friends!
More news to follow...tee hee!
Have a great one this week!
Beth

 
It is always difficult to decide what birthday paper to use for a teenage boy and I thought the colors of the So Tweet collection were perfect.  I made my own bow ribbon from rolling the spool ribbon and then pleated the lower ribbon using Zapdots adhesive. Zapdots is one of Helmar's newest releases and one of my absolute favorites! I am also loving my glittered Chipboard Chips from Pebbles, Inc. Can't ever have enough of those.

Pebbles supplies used:
So Tweet So Tute (50902)
So Tweet Together (50906)

So Tweet Stickers (50907)

Pebbles Chips Chocolate Brown (744101)

Pebbles Chips Spring Green (744108)

Candy Dots White (744202)

Red Ribbon (744029)

Other supplies used:
Cardstock (Bazzill Basics)
Zapdots Adhesive (Helmar)

 

I thought it would be fun to use up some of the extra little pieces from my stash.  You know the ones - the littlest favorite pieces that you can't part with because you want to use them some day.  This is what those little extras ended up as - a whimsical piece for my creative desk area. Now that it is clean....yes, totally organized.....I can find everyhting!!! I'll post a picture soon:0) I know none of you believe me!

Pebbles supplies used:
Skipping Along Happily (50911)
Skipping Along Merrily (50915)
Candy Dots
Ribbon

Other supplies used:
Alphabet (American Crafts)
Chipboard Title (Making Memories)
Flowers (Prima)
Jewels (MAMBI)
Sequins
Wire
Adhesive (Helmar Zapdots, 450, and tape runner)

 
 
 

believe...............

Getting ready for the 5th Grade beta trip tomoorrow just reminds me how quickly these days have gone by. I have been going to the Beta convention since coming to lincoln Trail and all of a sudden, it is my baby's turn to attend. Never thought the day would come and yes, it is tomorrow! It seems as if it were just yesterday and my little man was just a little boy. They grow up so fast! Treasure those days friends, they grow up to quickly.

I had the pleasure of working with Robin's Nest Glimmer papers this month and as I peeked into my choice of papers, the Glittery snowflakes and swirls immediately caught my eye.

This layout "believe" features a personalized wish list from gav to santa. I am not sure it was at this point he began to question or if it was a brief hope that Santa really would bring him what he wanted. he was right at that age, where everyone was talking about "the man," but still didn't dare question. I treasure those days.

My layout was a quick turnaround, with a few basic cuts and a pre-glittered embossed texture.

Products Used:
Robin's Nest: Patterned Papers and Dew Drops
Clearsnap Colorbox Inks: Smooches, and Design Adhesives Glitter Stickers
Creative Impressions: Sheer Blossoms and Bits of Bling
Stamp Box: Oval Office Stamp Set
Elle's Studio: Vintage Santa Flashcards
Karen Foster: Metal Corner Brads
Helmar Permanent Adhesive Runner
Helmar 450 Quick Dry Adhesive
Helmar Zapdots

 

This piece was easily assembled by adhering the papers together, adding Helmar Liquid 450 behind the Metal Key. Zap Dotting the Stamp Box tag, and Zapdotting the Believe tag. I dabbed a touch of 450 behind each of the Robin's Nest Dew Drops and placed them by hand. Now, the Clearsnap smooches, I used their nice little bottle brush, like a lip liner and smoothed it onto the paper like paint. The pearlized Bits of Bling, they are ready to go, with their own sense of stick. Very quick, as I said.

Remember, it doesn't need to be Christmas to enjoy the seasons of past. make the memories and cherish them over and over.

Have a great week, friends!
Grab that facebook link below and get entered into the draw for the cool Helmar products!
You can create this type of layout, right away!
Beth Root

Fun news to share.........

OK, my friends, Typepad finally let me in this evening. I have been trying for a couple days with no success. This little blinking arrow appears and then it kicks me off the site. Computers, you can't live with them, but can not live without them.

Exciting new that I can finally share! Most of you know, I have been on the Helmar Adhesive USA Design team for over a yeat, at this point. Well, I got an exciting offer to coordinate their Design Team. I was honored when Tracy asked me to join in that position and am thrilled for the opportunity. Helmar is a fabulous company, with such a fun team and most of all, I LOVE their products. Their adhesives are top notch and I just love using them. I mean, who doesn't love and need good adhesive. So....fun future with Helmar! We have some fast paces events coming up in the near future and I'll be back to share the details.

This month, I created a Helmar/Pebbles Inc. Valentine's project that I hoped lifted people spirits. This is a poofy Valentine's jewelry box. I used lots of Helmar's Zapdots and Liquid 450. Along with Pebbles papers, stickers, and chipboards, they dimensional lift really accented the beautiful look of the piece.

 

This piece uses Pebbles Inc.'s Lil' Buddy Boy line and I just love the look it accented in Gav's Fall photo. It resembles a baby boy paper, but when accents with the orange and brown, it leans towards a fun Fall hue. I love the Glitter accented Chipboard accents from pebbles; along with pebbles ribbon, candy and Prima fabric accent. Perfect accents for a Fall page. Just slide some Helmar Zapdots behind the chipboard and poof, you have all the lift you need. Simple.  Lil' man is 11 and it is so hard to believe how fast he has grown up. I don't even want to think about it. I just love the age he is right now, absolutely perfect age.

 

I am making it a goal to update during the week and now that all the major Musicals are done for me at school, it should be much easier to happen. Between the 2 large musical, 5 Christmas programs, 5 snow days, putting the house up for sale, attemnts to buy a new house....well, life has not been in slow speed for us. But, on the other hand, Life is Good!

Oh and peeks of all the new pebbles line are a coming...they are sooo cute!
Should be in and ready to ship soon!

Hugs friends!

Beth




 
 
 

I know...............hide and duck............

Ok...I know, I have been gone for a while. What is that saying thatis applicable here????
When we are busy we take care of everyone else, but ourselves. Yep, that is my poor blog's story.
We have been busy looking for a house, busy prepping and listing our hous and then the snow!

For all of you Southern friends, need I say more? Snow!
It came, froze, unfroze and then came again. We have missed quite a bit of school and then some.
At this point, we have about 5 days to make up, from what I am counting.
But, with all the house activity, it has been a bit helpful. But I am ready to go back tomorrow.

This past month, I have done blog features for both Helmar Adhesives and for Pebbles Inc. I'll update Helmar this evening and post my Pebbles project later this week. Please stop back.

Oh and for my Heidi Swapp Creative Escape friends, I got picked to go this year!!! It is a lottery and well, my luck usually stinks. I just received notice last night that I get to go. Crossing my fingers that it goes off without a hitch. Yipppppee!

"Best" Layout
by Beth Root
Helmar Adhesives DT member

Supplies:
Nikki Sivils Scrapbooker: "U R My Favorite" Patterned paper, Breadless tabs, and Cool Cord Brads.

Clearsnap: Colorbox Classic Pigment Cat's Eye Six Nested Inkpads Basics, Cat's Eye Tool
Stampendous: Velvet Damask Leaves Mocha stickers

Pink Paislee: Brown Ball Trim

Helmar Adhesives: 1/2" Round 3D Clear Zapdots, 1/4" Square 3D White Zapdots, Quick Fix Adhesive Tape Runner, 450 Quickdry Clear Adhesive.

Prima: Flowers
Melissa Francis Glitter Heart
Marah Johnson: Metal Crown
7Gypsies: Word Card

1) Lay out your design, using your Nikki Sivils Papers, Buttons, and Breadless Tab, just as if you were putting together a puzzle. Trim edge of lined paper and lay flat. I just thought these were the cutest papers, with such vibrant coloring. I had been looking for something to match the colors of my shirt on the opening of the cruise.

2) Ink edges of paper and tag with Clearsnap ink and their special Cat's Eye inks edging tool. All you need to do is clip the ink into the snap on the tool and puch away. Ink flows onto tag or paper. For more specific instructions, check out their web site for some addtional input. Clearsnap Adapter Set Details I found it truly simple to use though and girls, it sure4 saves on the messy fingers.

3) Add your clear Zapdotfrom Helmar, right behind the crown. I also added the small square Zapdot right behind the tip of the crown to support the dimensional piece.  
 
I love how the clear Zapdot does not showunless I really zoom in. In person, you can't even see it. I love the clear Zapdots!

4.)Adhere paper pieces and photo with Helmar's tape runner. Ink the tag with Clearsnap's gold and add the Stampendous stickers. These velvet stickers are awesome! They easily pull away from their plastic sheet and apply just as easy. I just love the feal of velvet.

5) Lastly, build your corner dimensional piece by placing your Square Zapdots behind each of the flowers and chipboard pieces. The simply stick and lift with Helmar's Zapdots, taking less than a minute to develop your collage look. I adhered my Pink Paislee Ball Trim with Helmar's Liquid 450. It is clear and gos on in a thin stream. A little goes a long way with this super sticky wet adhesive. I love the 450 for my trimming needs.

Like I said, there is nothing like the real deal of the cruisetime escape! This took me about an hour when all was said and done. Not to long for a fu dimensional layout. But when you are stuck inside for days, a quick layout with fun bright colors will definately spur that fond memory from prettier days. I hope you enjoyed the inspiration.

Have a great day!
Beth Root
Helmar Design Team

 

 

Fetaured Blog Entry at Helmar......and more to come!

Today is about us...our family X 3!

Check it out at Helmar Adhesives also!

You know those times in your life when you just need to focus on your family?
Yes, your family and what is going to work best for them now and into the future.
Well, the time for my family is now. I am sure many of you are probably thinking the same thing with the coming of the new year.

We decided a short while ago to make a big move, yes, it may only be across town for us, but it is a new district for my son and a major clean out and get rid of the old for my husband and I. I am one of those gals who wants to keep everyhting and has a hard time parting with things from the past. Well, it is time. I guess you could call it one of those 2010 resolutions. We are all super excited, super nervous, but super ready to make it a go! 

I created this layout, with all the glitter and glam that we are feeling right now; that and a touch of sentimentality. I know it looks like a Valentine's Day layout, but it is really a layout about how we are feeling right now; full of love, life and living. I hope it inspires you to try new things and take on that challenge you have been wanting to for years!

Like I said, make it a go in 2010.

Enjoy!
Beth Root
Helmar Design Team Member

 


Today is About Us Layout
by Beth Root
Helmar Design Team Member

Supplies:
Helmar Zapdots: 1/2" Clear round, 1/4" White Round, 1/4" White Square, 1/2" White Square.
Helmar Professional Acid Free Glue
Helmar 450 Stainless Steel Clear Adhesive
Helmar Liquid Scrapdots
Helmar Quick Fix permanent Adhesive Tape Runner
Clearsnap:Colorbox Catseye 6 Nested Inks and Winter Frost/Ruby Slipper Glitters
Rusty Pickle: White Christmas Papers & Trims, Big Love Chipboard Accents, Buttons, Number Chipboard
Vintage Watch Parts
Acrylic Heart
Prismatics Cardstock
American Crafts Black Pen

 

Layout Process:

 
1.) Spread Helmar Professional Acid Free Glue over a portion of the Rusty PickleHeart Chipboard and sprinkly with the very light Clearsnap Ruby Slippers Red glitter. Let Dry. I just have to mention that Clearsnap's glitter is so light too the touch, it is almost like a smooth fluff as is goes on the chipboard. I just LOVE their glitter!!!!!

Clearsnap is a sponsor for our Helmar Design Teamand we have had the fortune (or blessing) of receiving tons of amazing, high quality, products to use. I have always used Clearnsap for various inks and such, but getting to try some of their newest products has been a true treat. (More to come)

 
2.) Once dry, shake glitter onto surface and put back into container for later use.

 
3.) Cover Acrylic Heart with Helmar 450 Quick Dry Adhesive and quickly sprinkle with Clearsnap's Winter Frost Glitter. (luscious color) Dries quickly, so be ready with the glitter.

 
4.) Once dry, shake and save that precious white glitter for another project.
(One can never have too much white glitter!)

 
5.)Adhere long 4x10 cut of Red Rusty PicklePaper to Scalloped background with Helmar Quick Fix Permanent Adhesive Runner.

 
6.) Adhere Helmar's 1/2" White Square Zapdotsto the rear of the chipboard I liked the medium thickness to add the raised dimension that the larger sized chipboard needed. Adhere Chipboard to Layout with Zapdots.

 
7.) Adhere the Clear helmar 1/2" Round Zapdotsto the rear of the acrylic. These little ditties are very cool, if you have not had the chance to grab some yet. All you need to do is lay the clear acrylic on top of the Zapdot and slowly lift upward. It sticks and yes, it is clear! perfect for acrylic and glitter.

 
8.) Once again, adhere the Zapdotsthe the rear of the tag, pull the cover and stick. I used the smaller squares for th edges this time. I needed a thin and small accent to still provide the secure hold, but not a huge push from behind the tag. The large square was perfect for the larger end, where I needed the push.

 
9.)Adhere tag to Glittered Chipboard. Add buttons, with the smaller Zapdots. In this case, I used the 1/2" Round white zapdots. Perfect thin lift, that is easily hidden.

 

 
10.) Add Metal watch parts or any metal ephemera. Helmar's Liquid Scrapdots is perfect for the invisible and multi-layered lift. In this case, it took just a minute amount, but was perfect for a quick addition.

 
11.) Add twill and Fibers. I tied a knot in the tag, but just added the Helmar Professional Acid Free Glue in an ample amount behind the tag and laid the fabrics on top to dry. Nice strong hold.

 
12. Inking: Clearsnap Bronze. Lightly pat onto the Rusty Pickle Chipboard. It will give a lovely light faux paint look. Push away at the edges for a smeared thick look.

 
 

12.) Add Helmar Liquid Scrapdotsbehind the Chipboard for a quick lift behind the Chipboard number and squish the chipboard into place. I liked that I had mobility behind the chipboard with the Scrapdots. Place chipboard onto the layout and move into place by lightly tapping to desired position off of paper. Let dry.

 
13.) Sit layout aside to dry. Add photo to complete.

This layout took me just a tad bit over an hour, not including the drying time. 
Not all techniques take a long time, as long as you have adhesive that works well.  
Gotta' love my Helmar!

I'll be back later this week, my friends! So much has been happening these past few months, i had to crawl into my porfesiional music teach mode. The programs went awesome and I have lots to share. yep, i am back ito the creative scrapping mode again. The little breaks give me fresh ideas and inspitations! Woo hoo, feel good to be back though!

Have a great week my friends!
Beth Root
Helmar Design Team Member

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 

I'm back and with a month in review.....

Hello....out there....chirp, chip...tweet, tweet...I knw someone still has to be there. tee hee!
Thank you my pateint friends. October was such a crazy crazy month, as many of you know.
I must admit, a fabulous, marvelous month, but one that definitely goes down in the books as a challenge, time wise. Between family, school, professional obligations and friends....it flew by and let's not even mention a vacation!

I had tried to post, but every time I went to update, something else knocked on my door and I decided to do a re-cap of the month....yes, one of those silly type letters that tells all your family and friends what you have been up to the last year. People like quality, rather than just a tid bit...so that was what I did. I decided it was best to keep head above water and swim strong and explain later....I am sure many of you feel the same way at times. (At least I hope you all understand that crazy feeling I am explaining.)

Aladdin:We had out 5th grade Aladdin musical, the kick off performance of the year, Oct. 20th. It was fabulous and with the help of so many people, including wonderful children, it went off without a hitch. The kiddos were so talented and i am so proud of how Gavin did. He is such a talented kid and this show really was a great reflection of how artistic he is. I only wish I could have done those marvelous things as a child, but oh well...he did it himself. The proud teacher and mother, although all that talent is his.

Here is a layout of my cast for Aladdin. the children are a wonderful group of kids to work with and have very supportive parents! I used rusty Pickle's new Thriller line for this layout, which I am truly in love with. the rich colors are my favorite!!!!

Aladdin: Memories are the way.............

 
Supplies:
Rusty Pickle:Patterned paper, Buttons, Stickers, Tags, Titles, and Trim.
Adhesive: Helmar 450 Liquid Glue, Liquid Scrapdots, and Permanent Adhesive Tape Runner.

Magic Is In The Air: Aladdin....

 
Supplies:
Rusty Pickle:Patterned paper, Buttons, Stickers, Tags, Titles, and Trim.
Helmar Adhesive: 450 Liquid Glue, Liquid Scrap dots, and Permanent Adhesive Tape Runner.
Flower: Petaloo; Stamps: Technique Tuesday; Ink: Staz On.

Basketball
In addition to Aladdin, during the rehearsals for the musical, the basketball tryouts for Bluegrass middle School Basketball team were starting. Each day gav would practice at LTE and then head over to Bluegrass and tryout. His tryouts ended up lasting 3 days and he really had to buckle down and focus. So much going on for such a little being and gessh, he trucked through it better than us adults did. Here we are, all nervous, but he was having so much fun playing and working with the older kids, it was like recess for him. This is totally his thing....all for the love of that darn orange ball. Who would have ever thought??  Coach Mahone, at Bluegrass Middle School is such a motivating coach, we are super happy to have him playing with the guys at Bluegrass. This should be an awesome season for Gav! He made the 7th grade team and yes, you are not remembering wrong, he is a 5th grade. I am sure that will be a challenge for him in many ways, but hey...we are so proud of him and his efforts. We will all make it work!

OK, here is Dorkus McGorkus trying to be like Lebronne on his first day of Middle School Basketball practice...cracked me up!

I was fortunate enough to be asked to be th Guest designer over at Lynn's "I Am A Scrapaholic Kit Club" for October and she sent me the BESTEST kit evah!!!!  I created this sports layout of Gav and just love all the cool products. The layout "It Takes A Lot More Than Luck" is sort of a summery of everyhting you have put into this game....tough love pretty much sums it up! That and hours of practice and driving on the road by myself and Jason.

"It Takes A Lot More Than Luck" Layout
Kit from I Am A Scrapaholic Kit Club and Helmar Adhesive 

Another Layout using Lynn's IAAS Oct. Kit.  This is Issiah, one of Gav's friends and AAU Teammate. he just loves playing ball with Z. They are silly, serious, touch and fast on the floor! Adheisve: Helmar.

 

Vacation: We also had the fortune to have a FABULOUS Fall break on a cruise to the Caribbean!! Yippee!
All together, no computers or phones or cars!!!! Just Beautiful weather, luscious beaches and water, and family close by. What a wonderful trip.

And...if you were wondering, yes, there was a basketball court on that ship. Life is silly, isn't it?
Not to an 11 year old boy though.....not sure what he would have done without a court!
He made tons of friends on the court that week.

 
Adhesive: Helmar.
It comes down to this...Play......Play in the sub, snow, rain or shine!
As long as your dad or your mom is there beside you to help you out when you don't swim very well:0)
Another kit from I Am A Scrapaholic Kit Club for Oct.

Vacation.......last one for IAAS. I adore this picture from our first day in Florida.
This is my boy, no matter how tough he gets, he will always be my baby.

 
Adhesive: Helmar.

I know, I always say it, but I promise that this time, it won't be so long!

I'll even try to update later this week.

I have been busy at work, with pebbles, Rusty Pickle, helmar and Scrapbook news & Review, so I do have lots more to share! But, basketball practice is calling and so is the boy....bwaaaa!
See you on the flip side......party like a scrap star girls!
Enjoy!

Hugs,
Beth

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Drop and run excitement.......

Wowza...what fun news!!!!!
2 Great comapnies merge to become stronger!!!

So excited to part of the progress!

 

American Crafts purchases Pebbles!

We’re excited to announce the acquisition of Pebbles, an amazing scrapbooking brand that we’re certain will be a great compliment to the American Crafts product lines. Pebbles will remain a separate brand under the American Crafts umbrella. We will continue to offer their current products and plan to introduce new products over time. And the core of Pebbles design team will join us to ensure a continuation of their fun, fresh style.

Pebbles was created in 2001 as an extension of the Pebbles in my Pocket retail stores that are located in Utah. They make simple, cute, and easy-to-use products, including patterned paper, craft chalk and stencils, decorative Chips chipboard shapes, self-adhesive Candy Dots, themed die cuts, ribbon and more.

We’re so excited to welcome the Pebbles brand! If you aren’t familiar with them, check out their products featured on their web site. And make sure to visit their blog for regular ideas, inspiration, challenges and giveaways.

 

We’re excited to announce the acquisition of Pebbles, an amazing scrapbooking brand that we’re certain will be a great compliment to the American Crafts product lines. Pebbles will remain a separate brand under the American Crafts umbrella. We will continue to offer their current products and plan to introduce new products over time. And the core of Pebbles design team will join us to ensure a continuation of their fun, fresh style.

Pebbles was created in 2001 as an extension of the Pebbles in my Pocket retail stores that are located in Utah. They make simple, cute, and easy-to-use products, including patterned paper, craft chalk and stencils, decorative Chips chipboard shapes, self-adhesive Candy Dots, themed die cuts, ribbon and more.

We’re so excited to welcome the Pebbles brand! If you aren’t familiar with them, check out their products featured on their web site. And make sure to visit their blog for regular ideas, inspiration, challenges and giveaways.

 

Super mega Free Magazine Weekend starts Saturday!!!!!

Double-header, double issue FREE weekend at Scrapbook News and Review Magazine. Come check out all the fun and excitement at www.scrapbooknewsandreview.com. From Saturday, September 26, 2009 until Sunday, September 27, 2009, we're celebrating the Grand Opening of our brand new website. Come get a gander at the site, chat on the forum, join in a challenge, play a game or two and the best part of all, see the inside of the magazine for FREE.

Our Special Double Issue -- our largest issue of the year -- debuts on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. EST and from the moment of debut until 8:00 p.m. EST on Sunday, you'll have complete access to the world's largest online scrapbooking magazine. With over 400 layouts (scrapbooking and digital), cards, stamping and altered art projects, product reviews, manufacturer spotlights and more, you'll be amazed at the incredible inspiration, fabulous tips, tricks and techniques, amazing tutorials and exciting eye candy. Don't delay -- register on our site today. You must be a registered user to play.

Busy, busy and a crasher of a technical issue with my typepad!!

Welcome to the delayed Rusty Pickle Bog Hop day...woo hooo....1 week late!!!!! Oh My!
Finally got the darn thing to let me in without crashing my computer..almost two weeks!

OK, enough of the grumblings! Things on this end are going just fabulous, just busy busy with everything going on with school and my family. Lots to share but some peeks will just have to wait a little while longer. Tee hee! Scrapbook News and Review magazine is due out later this week. I am also finishing up some of my submission work for them, so it is keeping me busy!

Here is a fun peek.....

I received a huge box from Rusty Pickle a few weeks ago, so I pulled out a few fun pieces using the new Panama Jack line and a twist on an oldie, but goodie! Fun stuff in there!!! I started a layout yesterday and am hoping to share it with you today or tomorrow. These were suppsoed to be for my blog hop and the fun feature this month at the Pickle, but since being locked out of my computer, i am getting them posted just a bit late. Sorry about that one friends.

New Panama Jack!!!!! This is such a fun line of products, I love it for that fresh, yet vintage feel.

Loving this Halloween Costume Party paper line for basketball!!!! Yum Yum!!! 

Here are a few peeks that I finished these last few weeks..... been a busy girl!

Just a fun one using some zany Crate Paper papers..gotta' love the monsters!

Buttons, Buttons, Buttons......

My daily feature on the Helmar Blog...check it out!!!!!

Here we are on this 3rd of September and what do I want to play with.....pink, lime green, and turquoise.  I know, it should be Fall colors of beautiful rich leaves and golden sunsets. But, that is not what calls to me at the moment, so buttons and bright colors, it is.

 

Close up of my stamped buttons, using Stampendous May Flower stamps.
I decided to try a little twist on my regular button use and went with a stamped version design. Stamping on buttons is very easy and alot of fun. I always find that it adds a pretty textured look, in a quick and easy fashion.

Process:
1)Gather individual patterned Stamps.
2)Stamp on button top and let dry.
3) Add random lacing through buttons.
4) When adding to layout, add Helmar's Liquid Scrapdots or Helmar's Clear Liquid Adhesive.

 

The lift of the button and ribbons is using Helmar's Liquid Scrapdots.
The fluffy ribbon is actually stiff, being solidified in Fabric Stiffner & Draping Liquid.
(Just run the ribbon through the stiffner and let dry. )

This is my little niece Katie, from a few summers ago. I really thought the pretty new Dreamstreet papers would highlight the fresh look of summer and her pretty eyes and little lips. 

Products:
Patterned Paper & Rub Ons: Dreamstreet
Buttons: Autumn Leaves
Stamps: Stampendous Perfectly Clear Stamps
Ribbon: Karen Foster & Rusty Pickle
Letters: American Crafts
Chipboard: Rusty Pickle
Pins: Maya Road & Making Memories
Bling: Prima
Helmar Adhesive:
Helmar 450 Quick Dry Adhesive
Helmar Scrapdots

Another product highlight.......Stampendous Stamps has graciously donated a stamping prize package for a stamp raffle at the helmat Blog for the month of September!! Go check it out....Helmar! We will be sharing the details in the next week or so, but until then...check out these fun cuties from Stampendous Clearly Stamps:
 

So come back and take a SWEET PEEK in the next week.....lotsa' fun things a comin!

Have a great week!

Beth Root
http://bethroot.typepad.com/my_weblog/

With the start of school.................

..............Comes the shift in time!
Yep, back to not being able to sleep, but needing more sleep. how many of us find that that happens when the regular schedule changes in your life? Me, for sure!!!

I have been busy with Aladdin auditions and rehearsals at school, which are going great. The kids all work so hard to learn their parts. They always impress me. Bingo, still doing very well for the school. We have been training the new group of volunteers, so a sense a bit of time relief in the near future, which will be very nice.

Creativity wise, things have been on the go, as usual. Here is what I have been up to!

I am currently the Design team host over at the Pebbles Inc. Blog. There are alot of fun things happening with Pebbles Inc. I recommend checking their blog out, for not only my sharing, but the other gals have really done some amazing features.

Baby No More
Pebbles Inc.: Ribbon, candy Dots, Chipboard Accents
Helmar Liquid Scrapdots behind Chipboard
Making Memories little Stickers

 

 

My favorite On-line Magazine, Scrapbook News and Review, debuted their new Website and the July magazine. I just love the new web site look, talk about a beautiful looking website. I really enjoy being involved with the gang over there.

 

More from Rusty Pickle......

Eeeeekkkkksssss.....they are all up now at Rusty Pickle!

New Seasons release lines and oh my, I can't wait to get my hand's on these!!!
And then, the fantastic update on the Shazaam line! Yippppeeee!
Come on UPS, bring my some Rusty Pickle freshness!!!

Jungle Love

 

Disco Christmas

 

Family Cuisine

 

Shaaaazzaaammmmm!

 

Back to school...week 2!

Great school year for me so far!  Teaching young children can just bring a smile to your face, especially when you teach them music and drama. The smiles and cheery attitudes just abound. I really do love my job. I am also teaching with my crazy friend Jill, the one who got me into all this scrappy mess, years ago. We have two new teachers that have been added to our team also, Ace Adcock and Allison Hahn. Both of them are such a breath of fresh air and alot of fun. They make me laugh and bring back all the fun memories of what it was like when I first started teaching. I really enjoy working with them both.

I finished a fun layout of Gav's 1st week back and he too is loving school this year. He really adores his teacher, Ms. Simpson. Yes, he is in the 5th grade and I just can't believe it. Alot of you have known me for years, so you have seen him grow up into this pre-teen child that is just so special. I am very proud of him and his efforts and accomplishments.  Here is the fun layout, sharing the 1st morning highlights.

Back 2 School:
Supplies: Rusty Pickle PP, Chipboard, Tags, and stickers.
Bazzill: Cardstock
SEI: Flower, buttons
Making Memories: Stickers

She's here.............................

Check her out friends!

New beautiful look!

Scrapbook News & Review
Online Magazine

Another fun layout using Rusty Pickle products:
My Fabulous Family
Products:
Rusty Pickle: PP, Tags, Trim
Chipboard: Scenic Route
Pin: Making Memories
Mini Card: Octobr Afternoon
Button: SEI
Clip: 7Gypsies
Heart: Heidi Swapp

New Pink Paisley.................

The New Pink Paisley is super cute!
Helmar Adhesives and Pink Paislee have teamed up to provide me with some wonderful new products to play with!  Enjoy the neye candy!  Thanks guys!!!!!

1st day of school for gav and his new teacher, Ms. Simpson. He loves her already.

5th grade already, I just can't believe it.

3 lil words.....

School starts today!

(I may be an adult, but I still can't sleep on the night before school starts!)

Back from a lil' break.....

Lots of things going on in the Root household; family vacation to San Diego, Nation Basketball tournament in Lexington (recovery), Lebrone James basketball camp for the Gavman, cleaning of my house and do I mean deep cleaning, along with a re-do of my scrap room. (Just to name a few)

Just a busy end of the summer, but....I am back!
With lots of fun things to share!

1st - Rusty Pickle just posted their August sketch challenge on their blog.
Here is the sketch, my take on it and the details below,
please join us in the challenge and have fun!
 

We challenge you to use action shots taken down the beach or at the park if there is no beach! We also want you to mix and match the Pickle, so use at least two different collections!

For your info:

• use your choice of at least two different collections of Rusty Pickle patterned paper
• project must contain 80% of Rusty Pickle product
• One entry per person
• please post a link in the comments and email your entry to [email protected] putting August Sketch as your subject
• entries are due by 25 August 2009 12:00 midnight PST
• The RP chefs will vote on the winner and they will receive a fantastic prize pack from Rusty Pickle - Come on a prize even!!!

Here are the chefs layouts to inspire you!

Have Fun!

Also...new Pickaliscious reveals for the season!!!!!

Rusty Pickle also revealed some of their new relases for the Fall!
Fun Stuff!!!!!
Here are the first 3: Birthday Bash, Shgazaam, and Thriller!
Yummaliscious and right up my ally!

 

 

 
Do they not scream pout the need for boys in particular?
I sure think sooooo!!!!
Just Awesome!

Alrighty, more on the homefront for this upcoming week...but the big announcement...
School starts Monday!!!!!
I am doing seating assignments as we speak.
I type some, arrange a class ands then re-visit.
Summers get shorter, the older I get....YUCK!
I do love my job thpuigh, no complaining there, just love the pretty days of summer, too!
Here is to a wondrful summer and an eventful new year!
Hugs!
Beth

Scrappin Sports N' More NEW CHA Su' Release

Here they are...the first peeks of my creations for Scrappin' Sports N' More's newest CHA releases and they are so much fun to work with! You know me, I love sports and family pages, so what could be better! SSM have really outdone themselves this time, with their newest releases, so colorful and easy to use. Lots to choose from: Scrappin Sports N More.

Here is the Family line, Generations.


My 2nd and 3rd layouts feature the new cardstock stickers and patterned papers.

Basketball: Duke University

On Fire @ Camp

Treasured Scrapbooking's Treasure Hunt Contest!!!!

Here it is, THE BIG announcement over at Treasured Scrapbooking!!!!!

It's here - our biggest contest of the year - The Treasured Hunt!
This will be a six week contest. To enter, upload your very best layout into the Treasured Hunt gallery-Eligibility Entries category by 9pm (EST) Friday July 31st. The Design Team will vote and the top 25 entries will move on to compete in the contest. Following is the timeline of the contest:

Eligibility Round - deadline Friday, July 31th - 9pm (EST)
Sun Aug 2 - 25 contestants announced

1st round
Tues Aug 4- 1st challenge announced
Mon Aug 10 - deadline to upload entries (9pm EST)

2nd round
Tue Aug 11 - announcement of 20 contestants moving on/2nd challenge posted
Mon Aug 17 - deadline to upload entries (9pm EST)

3rd round
Tue Aug 18 - announcement of 15 contestants moving on/3rd challenge posted
Mon Aug 24 - deadline to upload entries (9pm EST)

4th round
Tue Aug 25 - announcement of 10 contestants moving on/4th challenge posted
Mon Aug 31 - deadline to upload entries (9pm EST)

5th round
Tue Sep 1 - announcement of 5 contestants moving on/5th challenge posted
Mon Sep 7- deadline to upload entries (9pm EST)

6th round
Tue Sep 8 - announcement of 3 contestants moving on/6th and final challenge posted
Mon Sep 14- deadline to upload entries (9pm EST)

WINNER ANNOUNCED - on or before September 17

After the 25 contestants are chosen, weekly challenges will be posted on Tuesdays and entries must be posted in the appropriate challenge gallery by the following Monday at 9pm (EST).

Pages will be judged on photography, creativity, originality, relativity to challenge theme and overall design. Winners for each round will be determined by the Design Team and myself.

Please pay close attention to the requirements of each challenge! Ask questions if you need clarification! Any deviation from the challenge requirements listed will result in disqualification. This is only to be fair to those who follow all of the requirements. We ask that all entries be posted only to the Treasured Scrapbooking gallery until the end of the contest or elimination.

PRIZES!! (Now to the good part!)
GRAND PRIZE: Prize Package worth over $250 of scrapbooking supplies and a $50 gift certificate to the Treasured Scrapbooking store!!

2nd prize: $40 Treasured Scrapbooking Gift Certificate

3rd prize: $25 Treasured Scrapbooking Gift Certificate

All submissions must be original designs. Layouts submitted for any round of the contest (except the original eligibility entries) must be posted only in the TS gallery until the end of the contest or elimination and must not be published, posted or entered in any contest, in any magazine or on any website until the end of the contestant's participation in the contest.
Exception: layouts may be posted on your personal blog.

You must be an active member of TS to participate in the contest. Don't worry newbies...this doesn't eliminate you...as long as you actively participate in the forum/gallery once you join, you're good to go!!

I am very excited about this contest and can't wait to see all the awesome entries! Good Luck everyone!

*note: number of entrants moving on in any round may be adjusted due to number of entries.

Come and join in the fun!!!!!

God Luck!
Beth

July kit Designs at I Am A Scrapaholic Kit Club..................

I love this bright, cheery and fun kit from I Am A Scrapaholic!  This month has been such a crazy crazy month between basketball, scrapping like a mad woman and traveling between Louisville, Lexington and leaving for California next week. School starting in 2 weeks, oh my!!!!! gav's team won their game today at Nationals, so they feel better than last night.

I have been busy though, on the creative end, with my favorite kit clubs, so i want to drop in a share a few today and the rest this weekend. Here are my pieces using the Wonderful kit from I Am A Scrapaholic's July kit:

Coolness: Fun Basic Grey and Lots of Pebbles Inc. Products ranging from pebbles to ribbon, to glittered chipboard! Fun and easy to use!

 
My Lil' Ducking...how appropriate, hugh? Crazy kid! I used a Bazzill Scalloped edge and cut the inner circle and then added some sewing. Lots of easy dimension with Helmar products: 450 liquid Glue and Scrap-dots. Add the bunched Pebbles Inc. ribbon and cute lil' fancy Pants ribbon and this was just pre fun to create.

 

These Things Are Fun! Love the 2 sided paper in this kit, but this special black color was from my friend AnneB...cool colors!!! The quilted piece is actually a pre-designed page accent from prima. Wish i could claim it, but no, you can buy one also:0) I just stapled the corner down, which adds to the dimension.  Yummy ice creme and 2 good friends, what a fun day! Simple layout, once again....bot sure where these simple one's are coming from i my brain, but they sure are nice to get done quickly. Tee hee...you all know, I usually can't lave well enough alone and spend much more time foo fooing them u. Maybe it is the products that just do it this time for me...hmmm...imagine that!!! tee hee!

Splash -One of my favorites, quick and easy. Scalloped bazzill, quick trim, lots of Pebbles Inc. accents and cool thickers. easy to do and fun to look at! Cool ride, hugh?

 

Like isad, a fabululous and bright kit from I Am A Scrapaholic Kit Club. Don't miss out on this special kit this month! Stop by and give us a try!