Monday, December 19, 2016

A Memorable Memorandum


We dedicated the house I've been working on since late summer this past Friday night. It's been done for a little while and we've actually started the next one, but that is a story for another Monday. It's a worthy story, honest. But right now let's talk about a Christmas tree, this one decorated with toy tools. My tree even made the TV. I'd tell you more, but honestly this news story pretty much says it all...

If you really want to watch something painful, take a peek at the video I made ages and ages ago of this house. It's worth the very end part where I almost fall through the floor...and I did a crappy job as I didn't know you were supposed to turn your phone to video...



The only thing I can add is the little person moving into the Bridge Street house is not only infatuated with her new room, but with all the closets in the house. I ended up hanging out with her and my boss in a dark closet for a while. She really didn't want to let us out...so cute. Good thing we were both Mommies and know a lot of different escape tricks.





































Luke was hard at work this weekend on his white elephant gift. The Pratt Kids have decided in liu of Christmas presents that they would like to have a party with their friends. They have been plotting and scheming for days. Sounds like it will be pretty epic. I hear mac and cheese from a new awesome local place is on the menu as is fondu. In fact, there might be an actual D & D game played in real life in my living room, be still my heart. I told Lexi it should be a themed party....a Cheesy Christmas.



























Wrapped up the jello molds this weekend. Here's another photo in case you missed yesterday's post. I kinda rushed them at the end, seeing how I do actually have to fold laundry still and make dinner...

Anyhow, happiest of Monday's to you! Waving hello to Sian who is our hostess!

Sunday, December 18, 2016

The Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Jello Mold of Christmas for the Funkie Junkie Challenge





































Well, the tenth, eleventh, and twelfth jello molds are done and dusted! Wasn't sure I was going to make it, they are all due tomorrow to be in the challenge. This one here is number ten...Linda's tag had quite a bit of that cream color with a splash of black with a pink flower accent. The color scheme was the inspiration for me.


The eleventh tag was a bit of a challenge for me. 


I really LOVE that chalkboard look on Linda's tag and wanted to add a really small one to my ornament. I got a bit crazy with the glitter so it's not as clear as I wanted, but I LOVE the huge hot glue glittered drips I added. Super fun. The red twine she used and those snowflakes were inspiring as well. 

And last but not least...the twelfth jello mold!

I really like the color on this one and those rusty old jingle bells. I was inspired by the color as well as the hemp color from Linda's tag


And there you have it! A short and sweet post so I can get this all linked up! Although I can't leave you hanging on how I'm displaying them...I have a nook in a desk in my office where a desktop monitor used to sit. Since we've all migrated to laptops here, it looks pretty empty! Now it's all pretty for Christmas! Love it!

A huge thanks to Linda's Store the Funkie Junkie Boutique for having us over for a challenge! I've got my toes crossed to win! 

Happy Sunday!



Thursday, December 15, 2016

The Ninth Jello Mold of Christmas for the Funkie Junkie Challenge: TROLL DOLL





































Well, technically I promoted this Troll Doll to Christmas Elf. Can't you tell with the fancy pants glasses and epic flower? Yeah, I know. My kid said the same thing. MOM SERIOUSLY.
I told her to not be down on my arting.





































 Linda's Funkie Junkie Boutique is sponsoring this challenge. I'm on my ninth "tag" and although you might be wondering how this could possibly reflect Linda's ninth tag, rest assured that I was inspired by the pine cones and also the colors. 




































She also has some gold sparkle...which I have too...





































Used big gold sparkle on the hair and also on her shoes! Isn't she cute? Just a wee bit cold. I always wonder why trolls are nekked. 

Anyhow, hope this brought you a chuckle today and I suspect Linda is at least shaking her head a little...

Happy Thursday!

Wednesday, December 14, 2016

The Eighth Jello Mold of Christmas for the Funkie Junkie Challenge

Thank goodness for awsome stores like Linda's Funkie Junkie Boutique who is sponsoring this challenge. I'm on my eighth "tag" and I'm already sad that I'm almost done! Not entirely sure I'll get them all done by the 19th, but we'll see. I don't like to rush these things! As I'm on my fifth year of partipating, I can say that I'm currently enjoying the past challenges on my Christmas trees so getting them done when I'm most inspired is the best way for me. Can't rush a good thing. ;-)



I was inspired quite a lot by the colors on tag number eight, the flowers, and the vintage French girl feel. I opted to run with the French theme and used an image that I printed twice. Not to mention I have been DYING to use that Eiffel Tower. Just a simple cookie cutter for the back to hold the image.





The second image was fussy cut & pop dotted to get some dimension behind the metal Eiffel Tower. It really makes me happy!





































I'm back tomorrow to show you another jello mold. This one has the TROLL! Can you imagine? I laughed the entire time I was making it....

Tuesday, December 13, 2016

Visions of Sugar Plum Winners


I have some winners. Miss Debbie Dee Fisher from The Paper Garden won my snowflake, which by the way I don't have a box for yet, so I'll be looking for one of those today. This snow flake isn't exactly small....


Marie B from Another Card Making Blog won my Angel, which needs a special sized box as well that I need to locate...And lastly....



























One of these little lovelies are heading off to Tracey over at Trace-Elementz. Ladies can you pretty please send me your addresses? My email address is on the left hand side of my blog...Hook me up and just as soon as I find a couple of boxes, these are heading out to you to enjoy!

Happiest of Tuesdays!

Monday, December 12, 2016

A Very Fluffy Reindeer, an Outtake, and Glittering for Memorandum Monday





































Last year the girls tried to schedule a class at Wine & Design, but you have to book quick or you don't make it in. Thankfully Teri was on it this year, and scheduled us for the Reindeer Pallet. She brought wine and doggone it if I didn't hear the lady say to paint fur and next thing you know I have this super fluffy happy reindeer...but he's kinda like Rudolf....everyone else's wasn't quite so.....fluffy....or big boned.

I freaking swear it was the wine...





































The next day I had to add sequins, holly, and sparkles. Of course, mine isn't the same as everyone else because instead of bringing pizza, I brought gold paint. You can see how this is pretty important, right? So I have gold antlers. The lady there was like where did the gold paint come from and the entire table ratted me out. Thanks guys....





































As you can tell from all the photos, we got snow. Snow that inspired me to con everyone else into taking a Christmas photo. Well, everyone agreed except Duncan. He kinda turns into a rather large turd in the snow. Add in a fancy Christmas tie and he gets down right dick like. Thankfully we got a good one..the camera was getting wet!

And I'm off! Lots to do! I'm back tomorrow to announce some Visions of Sugar Plums Winners and then back with some jello molds...one of which that involves a troll! I've been glittery all weekend! Can't wait to share!

Join me in waving a glittery hand to Sian who hosts us for Memorandum Monday!

Thursday, December 8, 2016

Chalk Painting, Waxing, and Market Streeting for Memorandum Monday (or Thursday if you are keeping track)






Goodness! I'm writing this post Sunday night, but due to Sugar Plums, it won't be posted until Thursday! Anyhow, it's still a Memorandum even if it's a bit delayed, right? I actually started my weekend on Friday, but then worked Saturday on our new Habitat House (which in itself is a story and a very good one, so stay tuned) and then went to Sparkle with our new fancy smancy Volunteer Trailer for work (which is also another story and an awesome one at that so again, stay tuned).

Market Street was a freaking wind tunnel and I was so cold, I'm still cold if that makes sense. I wore a wool sweater and stood by our heater, but it wasn't all that pleasant if you weren't moving around. The people were nice and some lady told me lots of stories about Habitat in Uganda, which would have been way more interesting inside and over a hot cup of tea. So it was quite a relief on Sunday to get caught up on laundry with binge watching Netflix and doing a little painting in the garage with the wood stove.

Interestingly enough this little table is my first foray into chalk painting & wax. In fact, the drawer has brown wax on it because it was dry enough for me to try and it's kinda really cool how vintage it turns something with hardly any work. The whole thing will get done at some point this week, probably.





































I'm also looking at my Tim Tags all together in one place and contemplating their display. Gunna have to build something and I can't wait. I'm guessing I'll get on that this weekend as well as actually decorate all three trees. I have been enjoying them up with the lights, but they are naked at the moment!

Well must rush off and finish off the week. Waving over at Sian who already Memorandum-ed this week!

Wednesday, December 7, 2016

Oh Deer Noel Container for THE CUTTING CAFE


Regina from over at THE CUTTING CAFE wanted us to decorate a container using her Christmas files this month. I was pretty sure this was going to be super fun and I wasn't disappointed! Printed out some of the paper from the 3 D Christmas Tree set which I used like washi around the top of this clear paint can. Then I cut the actual trees out of the file. Aren't they awesome! 

Wait, you need to see them from a different angle...

So much fun!

Those trees make a most excellent backdrop for my happy deer. I used the medium and small one here, but really they can be resized. And if you don't use them as a 3D item, they can be used flat on a card or scrapbook page. 

The paper that is included as a printable file is super cute too!

Gotta love a file that is really versatile! Happy Hump Day!




Tuesday, December 6, 2016

One for Me and One for You for Visions of Sugar Plums



























I was really digging these vintage silver pitchers when I found them the other day while out junking. I decided to make a little Christmas bouquet for both and give one away! Leave me a comment on which one you like the best and if you win, I'll send it your way!





































The little bouquets come right out for ease of storage (and sending) and also so you can reuse the silver pitcher for a different season. I'm always changing stuff up around here myself! Best of Luck!

Well, we're at the very end of Visions of Sugar Plums, but you have some blogs to visit and some sponsors to check out, so there is still inspiration left to be had!



The following sponsors are providing prizes for Lori's Hop and are totally awesome! Check them out!

The Cutting Café :   Orange You Cute Kit
Paper Sweeties:  $25 gift certificate
Lawn Fawn:  $25 giftcertificate
Pretty Pink Posh:  $25 giftcertificate
Birch Press Design:  $20 gift certificate
TheTwinery:  Sample Pack

And, if you get a chance, make a winter or Christmas themed project for more chances to win over at Lori's Chouxchoux Paper Arts Blog! Fun times! Have a great Tuesday!

Monday, December 5, 2016

Vintage Door Knob Angel for Visions of Sugar Plums


Glad you could stop by! I'm hanging with a fun bunch of peeps who are crafting and blogging for Visions of Sugar Plums, hosted by the lovely Lori Hairston. I'm here with a giveaway! Check out this vintage angel made from two vintage hankies, a spingle, door knob, and the hardware around a lock.





































My angel is holding a glittery dove and has a pretty flower with gems. She needs to fly home to your house! Leave me a comment to win her!

And once you get that outta the way, take a stroll through these blogs:


Lisa Bzibziak

This challenge is being sponsored by the following folks who have some awesome prizes up for grabs:

The Cutting Café :   Orange You Cute Kit
Paper Sweeties:  $25 gift certificate
Lawn Fawn:  $25 giftcertificate
Pretty Pink Posh:  $25 giftcertificate
Birch Press Design:  $20 gift certificate
TheTwinery:  Sample Pack

Well, Happy Monday! I'm off to link my project over at Lori Hairston's Chouxchoux Paper Arts Blog as she's having an awesome challenge! Come join me by linking up your Christmas or Winter projects!

Sunday, December 4, 2016

Glittery Snowflake Decoration for Visions of Sugar Plums





































Hello! So glad you are here! I'm hanging with  Lori Hairston and her sponsors who are hosting us all for Visions of Sugar Plums. Lots of giveaways, inspiration, and also a challenge!


Let me show you my giveaway and then on to the rest of the hop!


 I 'm here sharing my big dollar store glittery snowflake! I used some vintage upcycled foliage, and recycled ribbon with some pretty glittery ornaments to make a little decoration for you to display or give away as a gift! Please leave me a comment here saying you'd like to win! Now on to the rest of the hop!



A huge thanks to the sponsors who have an awesome list of prizes:

The Cutting Café :   Orange You Cute Kit
Paper Sweeties:  $25 gift certificate
Lawn Fawn:  $25 giftcertificate
Pretty Pink Posh:  $25 giftcertificate
Birch Press Design:  $20 gift certificate
TheTwinery:  Sample Pack

Enjoy the hop and don't forget to leave me a comment! I'm back tomorrow with a new prize!



Thursday, December 1, 2016

Glittery Layout for Another Freaking Scrappy





































We are making Christmas layouts this month over at Another Freaking Scrappy! I just so happen to already have a photo I want to scrap! Look at this girl of mine! So grown up and all ready to march in the Parade of Lights here in Corning.





































Here is a close up of that pretty stamped ornament (thanks Jean) and that vintage foliage. I picked the title glittery as Lexi was wearing those little battery powered lights since the parade is in the dark. So pretty.





































Really loving those gold doilies on all this pretty Christmas paper! I am so pleased with this page! First one of the season!

Hope you get a chance to play along with us!

Happy Thursday!