Wait for it...

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I guess you could say we like to build suspense around here! EEK!

Hang in there!

We are planning on PRIZES, ANNOUNCEMENTS, and so much more!

Be back soon with the details!!

Author's Choice

Um. Crystal. You totally rocked the sketch challenge!!! Love this!!!!

Thanks for sharing with us!!!

Scraplift Yourself...

Every layout you create doesn't have to be unique and amazing.....sometimes I create a layout using a technique or design that I just love..

So I scraplift myself.

I created this Tadpoles layout (March kit) using the same squares I used in my Handsome and One layouts.

So be inspired...by yourself sometimes.....

How about some tags?

Tags are a GREAT way to use up your scraps from your kits and get some use out of those dusty punches.

For the two outside punches, I gathered some scraps, punches, spray inks and paint (daubers work the best.)


Once I have punched the shape(butterfly) from the paper, I use the negative space as a stencil like so...


Just place the stencil where you want it and dab or brush the paint on. After it had dried, I layered the punched shape over top and stapled it to the tag. Then you can see the painted color through the punched shape. (You can get a closer look if you click on the first picture)

For the Smile tag, I just cut out some of the petals from the BasicGrey paper (March kit), layered them up and added a brad to the flower center.

So use up those leftovers and make some tags then when you need a gift tag in a pinch, you're ready to go!

Thanks for stopping by!
Have a great weekend!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!

The TSM crew wishes you a Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Here is some St. Patty's Day craft inspiration...

I love this felt clover...

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Aren't you jealous of that bow?? I am!!!

Have a great day!

In Leiu of Sneak Peeks...

*Just a reminder that there won't be a kit for April. BUT there are MANY great things coming, so stay tuned!

How about an Author's Choice? Sounds good to me!

I just love how Brandy Seitz has punched hearts in a strip and used the negative space to create a border, used doilies as masks, and that super cute doodled frame! Check it out...


What a great layout! Thanks, Brandy!
We would LOVE to see some of your work posted in the gallery! And maybe YOU could be the next Author's Choice.

Are you feeling lucky?

Huh. Are ya?
I truly am. Especially after seeing all the video clips of the events that have unfolded this past weekend. I just can't imagine. Witnessing tragedy like this really puts things into perspective. Love the ones your with and appreciate everything you have.
One of the things, I am most appreciative to have is such a strong relationship with my husband. He's my best friend, my rock. I'm so very lucky to have him in my life. He supports me in everything that I do, he loves me no matter what and he's pretty cute ;).
So, I challenge you to show us what you are feeling lucky about.
Here's my "lucky" layout...


* everything is from the March The Story Matters kit, except the manila tag and the BasicGrey alphabet.

Be sure to upload you layout to our gallery and link us up here, on this post.