One of a Kind - SSS #207

Yay, I got another card done for a challenge!  But let me just say, it's not about ''whipping cards out''…that is totally not the point, scrapping guys and gals.  For me, it's about taking a half an hour out of your day to let your creative juices flow and take flight (so juice doesn't fly…but you get the point) - having that ''Me Time'' and feeling happy you accomplished something and it was fun!  :)  Thank you for these challenges, I do enjoy them and hope to continue joining in with everyone.

Today's card is for the Sweet Sunday Sketch #207.  I love how simple this LO is.  Until recently, I've usually relied on bigger images as the focal point. But I like the idea of open space and a plain sentiment.

I decided to create an embellishment using this flair.  It had fallen off my board and was lying there for me to pick up.  Love at first sight!  I had this piece of half-back pearl trim that I didn't use on another project because the middle two pearls looked melted and wonky.  I just thought of using them as ribbon.  And I think it works.

Just love this sentiment…that continues on the inside.

Aww…melts your heart!  Love me some sequins that look like I just splattered them and they stuck.

And my fav part about this card… the colour!  Isn't it divine?  Well, I think so.

Thank you for checking my post out and have an awesome end of work week!

xoxo
Sherri

Santa's Helpers 12x12 LO

As I cleaning up my scrapspace, I came across this lovely pic of my two coworkers and myself.  I just love how matchy-matchy we are with our cute little aprons.  The title popped into my head right away.  Our job at the school Xmas parties was, in fact, to help Santa.  (Yes, he did make an appearance!)  Although I started off my searching my 12x12 LOs pinboard on Pinterest, I just decided to do something different.  Only the corner parts were something I had seen the day before on a layout pin. 

My theme of course was red and a bit of green.  I found these Basic Grey clear pieces and was totally inspired.  It was a softer green, a little minty, and I loved it.   

The days of the week stamp came from a Studio Calico Project Life kit, as well as the December alphas (Basic Grey).  The number stamp can be found an exclusive Studio Calico stamp set.  I added some stars and dots using my Memento Dual Marker.  This striped masking tape is from DAISO Japan (can't beat 100yen).   I had a hard time picking ink for this tape though and ended up using Staz On in Cloudy Sky.

I was tempted to do some stitching, but found myself too lazy to take out my machine as usual.  Instead, I used the roller piercing tool (what is that thingy called?) under the title and in both corners.  I used American Crafts Hardcover and Marquise Thickers.  Using a scrap piece of vellum, I was able to line up my title before placing them permantly.  I didn't want to lose any, so I also added a bit of Tombo Glue on the backs of each one. The snowflakes all come from Lawn Fawn.

This would veneer tab also came from a Studio Calico Project Life kit.  I added a small pearl and another snowflake.

Masking the taped section, I stamped half of this today medallion seal just for a little something.  I handwrote the year.

I used my piercing tool to add these tiny silver brads to the label piece.  I wanted to show off the ''Gotta Love It'' flag and I like the look.  Before placing this canvas camera sticker, I dabbed it with Creme Brulee Starburst Stain from Lindy's Stamp Gang (can't really see in the pic).  And I offset it for an accent piece. 

Here's a close-up of all the flags, banners, and arrows going down the side of the picture. 

This will be a memorable pic for years to come - I love my girls!

New YT info: My Japan Lifestyle - Intro

Hey guys, so in case you didn't know... I have started a new lifestyle channel about Japan (myjapanlifestyle).  I am so excited!  The biggest part was probably just filming my intro.  Now the hard part is over, it's all fun and games from here on in.  I also show a clip of the big snowstorm we had a couple weeks back.  There really was a ton of snow and it just kept coming.  Plus I talk a little bit about this and that.  I am open for suggestions on things I could talk/vlog about.  And if you could thumbs up my video and subscribe, I would much appreciate it.  Thanks!!