ATC Journal (Picture Heavy)

As I made ATC's  for the Wicked Wednesday team this past year,  I would make them specifically for each month and set them aside. I was planning to make a calendar project until I came to a standstill, as I just wasn't sure how to put it all together, at least until July when I emptied a case of Mason jars.

 Finally, an idea!

Seriously....how could I throw this away?!

After cutting and folding the inserts,

 holes (for binding purposes) were punched,

Distress Stain in Pewter was applied to all the edges.

 and Washi tape was placed as tabs.

There's nothing like a Xyron machine to make each and every project easy, 

I used mine to adhere black CS on every page for uniformity.

Tags were made and placed in pockets that were created when the pages were designed. 

Seam binding was used to tie everything together.

The peace sign was made using the Feeling Groovy Cricut cartridge. 

The monthly stamp(s) are from the CTMH Cherish the Day set.

All papers are from scraps, and the tag toppers are miscellaneous embellies from previous projects.

I am proud to say that almost all of this project has been repurposed.

Each ATC was double-matted and lifts opens to allow for additional notes.

 The receiver of this monthly journal is Jenn, the team leader and owner of the Wicked Wednesday challenge blog...she has an old soul which is ever so kind, gentle, and peaceful!

(L to R) Denice, Cass, Jenn, Kim, Em, and Donna

November 2013, Walnut Creek, CA

Happy 2014!!

If it isn't the NEW YEAR for you yet, it will be in a couple of hours.

I must say I am happy that 2013 is almost over!

 My hopes and prayers that 2014 brings PEACE and continued good health to each of you and your families, including my own.

:Dxx

WW #114 Creepy Christmas

Wicked Wednesday's CREEPY CHRISTMAS challenge is being sponsored by Creepy Cuties Digi Stamps....both images were as much fun to color as they look.

Please keep in mind that all entries for this week's challenge need to be linked by this coming Tuesday evening by 7:00 pm EST.

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Many of you know that I lost my father recently and even though I am thankful that he has finally found peace after several months of struggling with various health conditions....the sadness is overwhelming. It may take a little while to get back into the full groove of blogging and commenting, but I will do my best to stay on top of it.

Peace and hugs,

:Dxx

WW #113 Charmed

Has anyone else been having trouble leaving blogger comments from their phone?

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We have a wonderful challenge starting at Wicked Wednesday....all you have to do is have a charm on your ATC. Our sponsor is Delicious Doodles and they generously provided the entire DT with a couple of images....I chose this fabulous skull wreath digi.

 

The image was fussy cut, then several layers of pine boughs were added behind it....along with some dripping blood. The eyes were colored red and transparent Viva Paper Pen was applied. I thought this skullie would work like a charm (hee hee) to fulfill the challenge obligation.

You have until 7:00 pm EST next Tuesday evening to join us at Wicked Wednesday, you can link your ATC HERE.

 

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Flutter By Wednesday will be having OPEN challenges each Wednesday through the month of December....which means anything goes as long as you have a butterfly or fairy on your project. You can read all the details and upload your projects HERE.

I will not be partaking in the FBW challenges during December....life and family have taken the spotlight this month. I am doing my best to leave comments on blogs but am becoming frustrated with the blogger app on my phone as it will only let me (painstakingly) type comments...but won't let me post them.

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Challenges:

 

Totally Paper Crafts: #195 Ho, Ho, Holidays

My Sheri Crafts: #124 Funky Christmas

Paper Playtime: #24 Anything Goes

TTCD: Dec 3-9 Anything Goes
Use it Tuesday: #68 Anything Goes:
 (Punches, charm, and Viva Paper Pen have been in my stash for a very long time....even before I had a "stash!"
 

Happy Wednesday,

:Dxx

FBW #263 Thankful and WW #112 Friendship

 

Happy Wednesday!

 

Oh, the things I do to save myself a few minutes....like posting two different challenges in one post. Which is something I don't normally like to do...but the rush of the holidays is upon me.  Hmmm, sounds a little like procrastination...eh?

 

Image: Sugar Nellie Leaf Wings

 

Flutter By Wednesday has a THANKFUL theme this week. You can enter any newly designed card and/or project, just make sure there is a fairy or butterfly on it.

 

 

Wicked Wednesday has a fun FRIENDSHIP ATC challenge starting today, which is sponsored by Jellypark. 100% of the proceeds from this Song in Your Heart image is donated to Breakthrough Breast Cancer Charity....feel free to read more about this charity image HERE.

 

You have until 7:00 pm next Tuesday evening to join both challenges....

FBW: 7:00 pm CST

WW: 7:00 pm EST

 

Big, small, and those unseen...

I am truly thankful for all of my blessings.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

:Dxx

WW #111 Polka Dots AND Stripes Reminder

 

Here is a quick reminder that you have until 7:00 pm EST this coming Tuesday, November 26th to enter your Polka Dots/Spots AND Stripes ATC at Wicked Wednesday to be eligible to win this week's prize, which is a g/c to Heather Ellis' Etsy site.

The digital image I used is called Sock Monkey/Dec and is by Bugaboo...I love the stripes on the candy cane and thought they fit this weeks theme perfectly. Copics, Atyou Spicas, Stickles and Distress Inks were used to complete this fun ATC.

Feel free to click HERE for some inspiration and to link you ATC....hope to see you there!

Happy Saturday and (brrrrrrr) stay warm!!!
:Dxx

WW #111 Polka Dots AND Stripes

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Please scroll down or click HERE for FBW #262 Sketch challenge

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Heather Ellis:  PI049 digi image

CTMH: Cherish the Day clear set

Ink: Copic and Momento

Glitter, Vellum, Signo Gel pen

 

This adorable image is from the Pure Innocence collection by Heather Ellis, who just happens to be Wicked Wednesday's sponsor for the current Polka Dots AND Stripes challenge. I'm giving you fair warning....you'll need to have both on your ATC! 

 

Please link-up by Tues, Nov 26th at 7:00 pm EST.

Happy Wednesday,

:Dxx

FBW #262 Nov Sketch

At Flutter By Wednesday we have a wonderful sketch challenge starting today. The sketch is by FBW's sketch designer Kathy Curry and as per her past sketches, it is creative and easy to work with.

 

 

Sweetie the Candy Cane Sprite image by Michele Perkett

Challenge #262 details:

• FBW challenge #261 is a SKETCH
• You must have a butterfly or fairy on your project, unless otherwise  specified
• Once you've made your NEW creation, please leave a direct link in the InLinkz which you can find HERE
• FBW reserves the right to remove any links not linked properly or that are deemed inappropriate by the blog owner
• Enter your link before midnight PST next Tuesday, Nov 26, 2013

Don't forget that FBW has recently announced that any challenge that reaches over 50 entries will have a prize, which is just one more reason for you to come and flutter with us...and we sure hope you will!

 

Y&FH #28 So Thankful Reminder

Please scroll down for Y&FH Battle Hop or click HERE and don't forget to leave a comment on each blog to be in the running to win the prize each DT member is giving away.  Also, you'll need to leave a comment and link up for a chance to win the grand prize on the Yumi and Fumi Handmade blog.  It all ends on Monday, 11/18 at 11 pm (pst).  Good luck!!

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Happy Sunday! I have some mid-challenge inspiration to remind everyone that you still have time to join the Y&FH bi-weekly challenge, which is SO THANKFUL!! 

And thankful I am! For my family who indulges me with soooooooooo much crafty time, for my DT families, and especially for my followers! I am truly appreciative of every one's love and support and always smile when I think of how blessed I am!!

 

 Images are Fumi w/ Turtle and Chuckles w/ Gecko,

both of which are from the Y&FH Peek-a-boo Series.

Challenge #28 Details

• You can use ANY stamped image in the Y&FH bi-weekly challenges.
• As a bonus for using a Yumi and Fumi Handmade image, your name will be added a maximum of one (1) extra time after the last linked entry.
• All projects/cards must have a hand-colored image, "sentiment only" cards are NOT allowed.
• One (1) entry per person.
• All of the challenge rules can be found on their left side bar.
• The winner will receive a $10 gift certificate to the Yumi and Fumi Handmade online store. The Top 3 will receive a 10% discount code to be used in the Yumi and Fumi Handmade online store.

I'm hoping you will join the SO THANKFUL challenge and can't wait to see what you are thankful for. You have until Friday, November 22nd to link-up and we'll announce the winner and top 3 picks on Saturday, November 23rd!

Good Luck to all!